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“What we’re really talking about is a wonderful day set aside on the fourth Thursday of November when no one diets. I mean, why else would they call it Thanksgiving? “ -Erma Bombeck

he turkey is symbolic with Thanksgiving, but would it be if it had replaced the eagle as America’s national bird? Benjamin Franklin really wanted the turkey to be the national bird of the United States. However, Thomas Jefferson emphatically opposed the idea and campaigned vigorously against it. Rumor has it that Franklin came up with “Tom Turkey” to spite Jefferson. And that’s just a snippetz from Thanksgiving history books.

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On Dec. 11, 1620, the Mayflower landed at Plymouth Rock, Mass., bringing the first pilgrims to America’s shores. Within about a year, only half of the pilgrims had survived. Those who did were grateful to be alive and decided to give thanks with a community wide feast. Because they taught the pilgrims how to cultivate the land, Gov. William Bradford invited Wampanoag Chief Massasoit to the feast. The chief brought 90 tribesmen, who, along with the pilgrims, celebrated for three days. In 1789, George Washington became the first president to proclaim a National Day of Thanksgiving. In 1817, New York was the first state to make Thanksgiving Day an annual tradition. (The annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in the Big Apple began in the 1920s.) A magazine editor by the name of Sarah Hale worked feverishly toward naming Thanksgiving a

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day Thanksgiving revelry. Beer! The pilgrims carried it over on the Mayflower and beer was the celebratory drink during their feast – as it is today. Americans spend about 3.7 hours watching TV on Thanksgiving Day; whether it’s watching it or playing it, football is a big part of the celebration. Beer and football go together like wine and art.

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The value of U.S. imports of live turkeys from January through July of 2008 was $9.2 million – 99.3 percent from Canada. However, the U.S. ran a $4.9 million trade deficit in live turkeys during the same period.

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It was estimated that receipts to farmers from turkey sales in the U.S. added up to $4.3 billion, which exceeds total receipts from rice and peanuts.

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There are three cities in the U.S. named after the Thanksgiving bird: Turkey, Texas (465 residents in 2007); Turkey Creek, La. (363 residents); and Turkey, N.C. (270 residents). Nine townships in the U.S. are named Turkey – three are in Kansas.

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The wishbone of the turkey is the good luck ritual on Thanksgiving Day.

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Frozen, fully stuffed turkeys, ready to cook, were introduced in 1955.

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Long before the Europeans came to America, the Aztecs domesticated turkeys to use as food. They also used turkeys for religious sacrifices and their feathers for decoration.

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The turkey was considered a sacriﬁcial bird in Mexico.

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Turkey is the state game bird of Alabama.

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The Wild Turkey was designated the state game bird of Massachusetts in 1991.

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A 15-pound turkey is 70 percent white meat and 30 percent dark meat. White meat contains less calories and less fat than dark meat.

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Although turkey is the highlight of the modern Thanksgiving menu, it may not have been with the pilgrims – at the least, it wasn’t the big draw. Many have tried to determine the food at the first Thanksgiving dinner. Boiled lobster, cod, roasted goose or duck, roasted venison and boiled turkey have been suggested as the main entrées. Some surmised the side dishes as cornmeal pudding, stewed pumpkin, hominy pudding and fruits and cheeses.

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Goose and duck continue as some mainstays of Thanksgiving dinner in American homes. Ham is another favorite. The turkey takes first place; but, regardless of the meat, the side dishes have become the common bond that unites American dinner tables on Thanksgiving Day. What’s Thanksgiving without sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes, stuffing, corn, green bean casserole, cranberries – and pumpkin pie?

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Originally called the crane berry, the pilgrims named the cranberry because of its pink blossoms and droopy head, which reminded them of a crane. The pilgrims sweetened cranberries with maple sugar, and cranberry sauce became a dish akin to Thanksgiving. In 1955, Dorcas Reilly, a supervisor at the Campbell Soup Co. kitchen, created the green bean casserole – green beans, cream of mushroom soup and fried onions to top it off. The casserole is the most popular recipe to come out of Campbell’s corporate kitchen. Even with bellies full of turkey, casseroles and cranberries, there’s always room for Thanksgiving dessert. Pumpkin pie and Thanksgiving are synonymous. In 2007, 1.1 billion pounds of pumpkins were produced in the U.S.

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The harvest festival of Succoth in Israel lasts seven days and occurs on the 15th day of the month of Tishri (late September to October). It’s also known as the Feast of Booths or Feast of Tabernacles. This festival is rooted in the Hebrews who wandered the wilderness on their way to Israel. During the pilgrimage, the Hebrews lived in temporary booths or structures – called a succah. Farmers also lived in what they called Sukkoths during harvest time. Succoth is a celebration to thank God for crops and blessings. Snippetz Talks Turkey... Continued on Page 4

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Known as the Korean Thanksgiving, Chusok is a three-day holiday celebrated on the 15th day of the eighth month of the lunar Korean calendar. Koreans believe their ancestors bless the harvest crops each year so Chusok is a time to give them thanks. In South Korea, Koreans return to ancestral hometowns and pay respect to the spirits of their ancestors. After visiting the tombs, they offer food and drink to their ancestors and have a feast of their own. Songpyeon is a favorite – a crescent-shaped rice cake steamed atop pine needles.

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When she went to the fridge to get the turkey on Thanksgiving morning, she was horrified to find it gone … vanished. She screamed for my dad, who promptly followed a hunch and a trail out to our backyard, where two of the three dogs were dining on raw turkey. The fridge had the old style pull handle and one helped the other and they dragged this bird to the backyard. We had a houseful of guests enjoying tons of side dishes and slabs of bacon that year.”

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“My daughter decided to host Thanksgiving at her house with all the relatives. We were just about to start our day preparing the turkey. Well, when she put it in the oven, she accidentally pushed the self -clean button, where the oven locks itself and cleans for about five hours. No one noticed until we checked it a few hours later … we suddenly found ourselves trying to pry the oven door open but nothing seemed to work. The men began to bring out their screwdrivers and drills in an attempt to salvage the bird. But in the end when we finally did get it out, the oven was destroyed but we had a very clean turkey.”

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“We were at my grandmother’s home for Thanksgiving; the entire family of 24 had gathered for the feast. The dining room table was set with the finest china, silver and crystal. The wonderful array of food was placed on the table, along with the delectable turkey, to cool; while the gravy was being made

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and all last minute preparations were being done. The women were cooking in the kitchen; the men were watching TV (of course!); the children were playing. The dog, a normally placid, well behaved Irish setter, Betsy, was eyeing the turkey.

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She saw her opening – no one was looking, there was a turkey on the table, ‘What were these stupid people doing? Hmmm, well, if no one else wants that turkey, I think that I will jump up on the table and help myself.’ My mother saw her grab the turkey by the wing and drag it off the table, along with half of the china and crystal, and prance around the room with the prize.

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Before my very proper grandmother knew, we retrieved the turkey from the dog …. and had a family conspiracy (in the making) to explain the mess, without my grandmother having a fit. My male cousins took the fall by claiming to play football in the dining room. We all ate the turkey, and it continues to be a favorite holiday story. My Grandmother now knows the story, and laughs with the family. Betsy is gone now; we have a new dog, Prince, and he goes outside before we set the table. “

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• On Nov. 27, 1095, Pope Urban II makes perhaps the most inﬂuential speech of the Middle Ages, giving rise to the Crusades by calling all Christians in Europe to war against Muslims in order to reclaim the Holy Land. Between 60,000 and 100,000 people responded to Urban’s call to march on Jerusalem. • On Nov. 28, 1914, the New York Stock Exchange reopens for bond trading after nearly four months, the longest stoppage in the exchange’s history. The outbreak of World War I in Europe forced the NYSE to

• On Nov. 26, 1922, cartoonist Charles M. Schulz is born. In 1947, Schulz began drawing a comic strip for the St. Paul Pioneer Press called “L’il Folks,” featuring Charlie Brown and his gang of friends. In 1950, after several rejections, Schulz sold syndication rights to United Features, which renamed the strip “Peanuts.”

• On Nov. 24, 1971, a hijacker calling himself D.B. Cooper parachutes from a Northwest Orient Airlines 727 into a raging thunderstorm over Washington State.

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oin the Palmer Lake Historical Society on Saturday, December 12, 2009, at Palmer Ridge High School in Monument, Colorado, for a day of Native American culture, history, exhibits, songs, and dance. This will be fun, entertaining, and a learning experience for the entire family and a wonderful opportunity to experience Native American culture, traditions, and spiritual awareness. Pow Wows are social gatherings of Native Americans who follow dances started years ago by their ancestors. Pow Wows have deep historical roots and involve feasting, drum music, and dance. For non-Natives, Pow Wows not only serve to dispel stereotypes, but provide a chance to experience an American Indian gathering firsthand and to gain an understanding of Native cultures and traditions. This will be a day of celebration for the local Native American community as we enter the Holiday season – a day they wish to share with all the residents of the Palmer Divide area.

ican flag and various flags of tribal nations. The all day event will include Native American drummers and dancers, as well as Indian art and artists. Venders include Silversmiths, Pueblo Potters, Basket Makers, Flute Makers, Bead Workers, Indian Art Work, and, of course, plenty of Native American music and food.

The festivities begin at 10:00 am. The Grand Entry, which officially opens the Pow Wow, is scheduled for 12:00 pm, and features Native American dancers in full regalia. The brilliant sea of color is led by a Native American military veteran color guard carrying the Amer-

WHEN: Saturday, December 12, 2009, from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm.

The mission of the Palmer Lake Historical Society is to preserve and promote history through presentations and activities that bring alive the historical events that took place in the Tri-Lakes area or affected local or Colorado history. The Society’s motto is “History should be more than a memory.” The Palmer Lake Historical Society is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization located in Palmer Lake, Colorado. This program is free to the public. However, donations of new, unwrapped toys or gently used winter coats would be greatly appreciated. Visit our website at www.ci.palmer-lake.co.us/plhs/.

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rado, that includes “Little Town Tour,” which names over 100 small Colorado towns; “Moonlight on the Colorado,” which was written by a WWI soldier yearning for his true love back in Colorado; and, John Denver’s “Rocky Mountain High,” which is the new Colorado state song. John and Chuck will be available to sign their books and CDs. PLHS preserves and promotes history through presentations and activities that bring alive the historical events that took place in the Tri-Lakes area or affected local or Colorado history. TLCA is dedicated to creating community partnerships for demonstrating, teaching, exhibiting and promoting the arts and humanities, and is an advocate for artistic growth in the community. Both are non-profit 501(c)3 organizations located in Palmer Lake, CO. For more information visit www.trilakesarts.org or www.ci.palmer-lake.co.us/ plhs, or call 719-481-0475. WHEN: Tuesday, December 15, 2009, at 7:00pm. Doors open at 6:00pm. WHERE: Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts, 304 Colorado Highway 105, Palmer Lake, CO 80133. All tickets are $15. Tickets are available at Covered Treasures Bookstore (719-481-2665) in Monument and The Wine Seller (719-481-3019) and TLCA (719-481-0475) in Palmer Lake. Tickets will be available at the door.

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t’s that time of year again. The holidays are moving into full swing as we prepare for Thanksgiving, with Christmas and New Year’s approaching fast. And amid all the bustle, it’s important to remember our pets and keep them safe. Melanie Monteiro, the author of “The Safe Dog Handbook: A Complete Guide to Protecting Your Pooch, Indoors and Out” (Quarry Books) offers some important tips to keep dogs -- and other pets -- safe this holiday season and throughout the year. • Poisoning: Ingesting chocolate or sweets that contain ingredients like raisins or xylitol (an artificial sweetener) can cause severe health complications and possibly death. • Choking: Small decorations, candy wrappers, holiday lights and wrap-

ping papers are among the items that a pet can ingest and possibly choke on. • “Bolting”: A pet can run away when alarmed, particularly at loud noises or when surrounded by unfamiliar people. A pet may run outside as you open the door, or may escape unnoticed while you’re entertaining. • Costumes: Antlers on a pup are cute, but make sure they aren’t hurting it and that no small parts can fall off or be chewed off and ingested. Pet costumes shouldn’t restrict movement or have elastic bands, and should allow the pet to eat, drink and eliminate when needed. Throughout the season, make time for your pet. It’s easy for extra walks and play time to fall by the wayside as relatives and friends filter through. Your pet will adjust more easily to the stresses of the holidays if its regular schedule is maintained. Send your tips, questions and comments to Paw’s Corner, c/o King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or e-mail them to pawscorner@hotmail.com. (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

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WHAT KIND OF ALTERNATIVE HEALING IS IT? Tai Yi (pronounced Tie Yee) means supreme movement and is an ancient form of Chinese energy work that is similar to acupuncture. In fact, acupuncture is a form of healing that is the result of Tai Yi. Tai Yi is a very powerful healing modality that can assist one in resolving issues around a low immune function, stress, depression, memories, anger, fear, and many other ailments. Tai Yi consists of 4,000 exercises. Each exercise is set up through a grid system on the body that is aligned with pressure points and meridians on the body. A Tai Yi practitioner then sends Universal Energy into the same pressure points. The pressure points direct where the energy flows within the body. A person’s body holds much information. The physical body holds the results of how the mind has been operating. Many see this with stress and the results of stress. If the mind

Another example is that a person may be seeking guidance in therapy regarding an issue that has been unresolved. Perhaps the therapist and the person receiving therapy have struggled to uncover the cause of the person’s emotional pain. One Tai Yi exercise that would assist with this is Point of Discovery. Point of Discovery is a specific exercise that utilizes specific pressure points and Universal Energy to assist the person in gaining clarity on the issue. The energy would assist in removing the block and/or stagnation and allow for a deeper understanding that the person would take back to his or her therapist. It would be like removing the fog that covers the issue. For more information on Tai Yi and the history of Tai Yi, visit: www. empowermentthroughhealing.com Tami Urbanek

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1. Pre heat oven to 300ºF. 2. Dice fruit into ¼” pieces and add to oats in a large mixing bowl. 3. Dice ginger into 1/8” pieces before measuring and add to oat mixture along with nuts and seeds. 4. Add oil and vanilla and mix well. 5. Drizzle honey in parts while mixing. 6. Place on 2 sheet pans lined with foil and place in oven for 10 minutes. 7. Remove from oven and stir.

8. Place back in oven for 6 minutes then remove and stir again. 9. Repeat until golden brown. About 30 minutes.

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Granola is a great way to get lots of fiber, protein and energy for the day. As I have said before oatmeal is good for lowering cholesterol.

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found all of the ingredients at Vitamin Cottage. If you don’t like one of the fruits in the tropical fruit medley then you can get each of the ingredients by them selves so you can leave one out or replace it with something else. You can also replace or delete any of the seeds or nuts. You can cut back on the honey by adding ¼ c brown sugar with ¼ c honey to give it a maple flavor.

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erating young, full-bodied red wines will enhance your tasting experience but you need to do more than just pop a cork or twist a cap. With only a tiny fraction of the surface area exposed to the air, just opening a bottle and expecting it to “breathe” won’t cut it. If you really want to aerate your wine, do one or both of the following: Pour the wine into a decanter (a fancy word for a container-usually glass that is big enough to hold the contents of an entire bottle of wine) or pour the wine into large glasses at least 20-30 minutes before you plan to drink it.

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Trivia Test

By Marge Svenson

1. GEOGRAPHY: What is the only Central American country that doesn’t have a coastline on the Pacific? 2. MOVIES: Who played the role of Boo Radley in the movie “To Kill a Mockingbird”? 3. MYTHOLOGY: In Norse mythology, what is the name of the goddess of the past? 4. SCIENCE: What is the only known metal that turns to liquid at room temperature? 5. TELEVISION: Which long-running variety show featured a fictitious radio station named KORN? 6. LANGUAGE: What is the American equivalent of the British term “braces”? 7. RELIGION: Who served as the first pope of the Catholic Church? 8. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Who was the founder of the online auction service eBay? 9. ENTERTAINERS: What actor uttered the movie line, “The point is, ladies and gentleman, that greed -- for lack of a better word -- is good”? 10. LITERATURE: What is the subject matter of the book “Ten Days That Shook the World”?

Sports Quiz

1. Who was the only second baseman before Boston’s Dustin Pedroia in 2008 to win the American League Most Valuable Player Award? 2. Jim Kaat pitched 25 seasons in the major leagues. Who was the president of the United States when he started, and who was when he finished his career? 3. The University of Oklahoma’s football team set a mark in 2008 for most points scored in a season (716). What team had held the record? 4. Three fathers and sons have each won an NBA championship. Name two of the three combos. 5. Name four of the five NHL teams Scotty Bowman coached. 6. When was the last time an American male won the gold medal in the Olympic marathon? 7. True or false: Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer and Gary Player all won their debuts on the PGA’s Championship Tour (formerly Senior Tour).

1. Which soul singer was called “the real fifth Beatle,” and why? 2. What song did Loverboy contribute to the soundtrack for the movie “Top Gun”? What year? 3. Name the female singer who did “I Am Woman,” as well as the year. 4. Name the singer who did “Dreamy Eyes,” “Poetry in Motion” and “Talk Back Trembling Lips.” 5. What part did Meat Loaf play in the movie version of “The Rocky Horror Picture” show? 6. The Kingsmen were known for their version of “Louie Louie,” but who wrote it? (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

In order to keep everyone honest (you know who you are,) we have moved the answers and solutions to the trivia and puzzles to the next page (19).

New DVD Releases for Week of November 23, 2009 PICKS OF THE WEEK

By Chris Richcreek

“The Vengeance Trilogy Boxed Set” -- Revenge movies are a long-established staple of Asian cinema, but South Korean ﬁlmmaker Park Chan-wook has taken the genre to a whole new level. His “Vengeance Trilogy” is a masterpiece of psychological drama, pathos and ultra-violence that will have you riveted to your chair, sweating bullets.

The ﬁrst ﬁlm, 2002’s “Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance,” tells the story of a deaf mute who turns to the black market in order to sell his organs so he can raise money to get his dying sister proper medical care. He is brutally attacked and robbed by the mobsters, so he devises a scheme to kidnap the daughter of the wealthy industrialist whose company laid him off. A series of mishaps turns the kidnapping into a tragic event, and the industrialist then seeks revenge on the mute. “Old Boy” (2004) is the best of the three and has become a major cult classic because of its iconic “hammer battle” -- a four-minute-long tracking shot that mimics a retro side-scrolling video game -- wherein the hero of the story vanquishes several dozen attackers by using a small sledge hammer. The story concerns a fellow who is kidnapped and held in a concrete room for 15 years. One day he is released, given

a cell phone and has five days to discover the identity of his captor. Little does he know that his release is merely another torture being inflicted upon him. The final film, “Lady Vengeance” (2005), is the most disturbing -- and artistic -- of the three films. It is artistic in the sense that the film begins in color (vibrant primary colors) and then is one long fade to black and white, each scene being drained of just a little more color. The plot centers around a woman who is wrongfully imprisoned for 13 years for killing a little boy. Throughout her imprisonment, she has devised a plan to exact revenge on the guilty party. However, what she doesn’t realize is that her target holds a deadly and dark secret. “Hogan’s Heroes: The Komplete Series, Kommandant’s Kollection” -- The entire series: 28 discs, a plethora of special features and enough laughs to send you to chortling to The Cooler with Sgt. Schultz.

“The Golden Age of Television (The Criterion Collection)” -- This is an awesome collection of early TV’s best dramas: “Marty,” “Patterns,” “Requiem for a Heavyweight,” “Bang the Drum Slowly,” “Days of Wine and Roses” and more, and features the talents of Rod Serling, John Frankeheimer, Piper Laurie, Rod Steiger, Mickey Rooney and Paul Newman, to name a few.

TV SERIES

“Life on Mars” Series 2 (UK) “Superman: The Complete Animated Series” “The Jerry Lewis Show Collection” “Alfred Hitchcock Presents” Season Four “Beverly Hills 90210” Season Eight “Law & Order: Criminal Intent” Season Four “Melrose Place” Season Five, Vol. 2 “Daniel Boone: Fess’ Favorites” (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Answers & Solutions

TRIVIA TEST ANSWERS 1. Belize 2. Robert Duvall 3. Urd 4. Mercury 5. “Hee Haw” 6. Suspenders 7. St. Peter 8. Pierre Omidyar 9. Michael Douglas (“Wall Street”) 10. The Russian revolution

NOVEMBER 23, 2009

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) While it seems that chaos is taking over, you get everything back to normal, even if it means being more than a little assertive with some people. Expect to hear more job-related news soon.

SPORTS QUIZ ANSWERS 1. Nellie Fox of the Chicago White Sox in 1959. 2. Dwight Eisenhower in the beginning (1959) and Ronald Reagan at the end (1983). 3. Hawaii tallied 656 points in 2006. 4. Matt Guokas Sr. (1947) and Matt Guokas Jr. (‘67), Rick (‘75) and Brent (2007) Barry, and Bill (‘77, ‘86) and Luke (‘09) Walton. 5. St. Louis (1967-’71), Montreal (‘71-’79), Buffalo (‘79-’80, ‘81-’87), Pittsburgh (‘91-’93) and Detroit (‘932002). 6. Frank Shorter in 1972. 7. True.

FLASH BACK ANSWERS 1. Billy Preston, of “My Sweet Lord” and “Nothing From Nothing” fame, played keyboard on the Beatles’ “White Album,” “Abbey Road” and others. 2. “Heaven In Your Eyes,” in 1986. In spite of exposure from the film, the song never climbed higher than No. 12 on the charts. 3. Helen Reddy, in 1972. The song became an empowering anthem for women everywhere. 4. Johnny Tillotson. Even though he never toted up many No. 1 hits, he keeps his career going with personal appearances. Two Grammy nominations didn’t hurt. 5. Meat Loaf, born Marvin Lee Aday, played Eddie, a former delivery boy. 6. Richard Berry. Unfortunately, he sold his rights before the song became a major hit.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Expect to be able to move ahead with your workplace plans now that you have a good idea of what you might have to face. You also can anticipate a welcome change on the home front. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A quieter period settles in, giving you a chance to catch your breath, as well as allowing for more time to handle some important family matters. The arts dominate this weekend. Enjoy them. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) The frustrations of last week have pretty much played themselves out. You should find things going more smoothly, especially with those all-important personal matters. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Once again, you find a creative way to resolve a pesky problem in short order. However, a matter involving a possible breach of confidence might need a bit more time to check out. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Reuniting with an old friend could lead to the sharing of some great new experiences. But be careful you don’t find yourself once again being super-critical or overly judgmental.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You should be seeing some positive results following your move toward repairing that unraveling relationship. There might be some setbacks, but staying with it ultimately pays off. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Encouraging a friendlier environment in the home could go a long way to help dissipate anger and resolve problems, especially those affecting children. It won’t be easy, but you can do it. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) A recent act of kindness is beginning to show some unexpected (but very welcome) results. On another note, expect to hear more about a possible move to another locale. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) The good news is that the surefooted Goat can rely on his or her skill to get around obstacles in the workplace. The not-so-good news is that new impediments could turn up later. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) A change of pace is welcome but also confusing. Before you make decisions one way or another, be sure you know precisely what it is you’re being asked to do. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Don’t fret if you don’t get the gratitude you think you’re owed for doing a nice thing for someone. There might be a good reason for that. In any event, what’s important is that you did it. BORN THIS WEEK: You have a way of making the sort of wise decisions that lead to shedding new light on dark situations. (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Whether a Court will decide that you have a common law marriage will depend on the specific facts of your situation. It is unlikely that any one particular fact will be determinative. A Court will base its decision on all the facts. Listing your significant other as your spouse for insurance benefits or for tax purposes can be significant. But if the couple don’t consider themselves to be married and don’t hold themselves out to the community as being married, it is unlikely that a Court will decide they have a common law marriage. However, saying you are married in order to get health insurance coverage from your significant other or in order to save money on your taxes can lead to major credibility problems with a Judge when you later try to explain that you didn’t really mean that you were married. Needless to say, this can also lead to fraud problems with insurers and the tax authorities.

re you married, or are you just living together? In Colorado you can be married without ever participating in a marriage ceremony. Colorado is one of a minority of states that recognizes common law marriage. What is “common law marriage”? A common law marriage requires no ceremony or license. The other type of marriage is a “ceremonial marriage” and requires a license and a solemnization or ceremony. A common law marriage requires only that the couple cohabit, believe that they are married, and hold themselves out to the community as being married. The third requirement involves things like introducing yourselves to others as being married, listings as Mr. and Mrs. with the Post Office, filing taxes as married and so on. “Common Law” refers to court decisions rather than “statute law” that is created by legislative bodies. In Colorado “common law” also refers to the common law of England (including some English statutes) existing prior to the year 1688. As provided by the Colorado Constitution, this English common law is also the law in Colorado, unless it has been changed by the Colorado Legislature. Since common law marriage was recognized in England prior to 1688, it is recognized in Colorado. The Colorado Legislature could eliminate common law marriage, but has chosen not to. It is interesting to note that the total estimated population of the American colonies in 1680 was 151,507 people, a little more than the total population of Lakewood

the loss of donations, and they’re stretched to the limit in the goods and services they provide.

If you have the means, see about sponsoring a family for the holidays. There are privacy issues, and social-service organizations probably can’t give you the names of the recipients, but chances are you can get a list of specifics a needy family would like to have. The social-service office acts as the middleman and hands out the goods as the his is the time of year when many of us families come in. think about those who are in need. Of course, we want to help, but the ability Unfortunately you need to watch out for the to do so can be limited by our own financial cirscams that constantly surface. If you get a call, cumstances. Even with limited funds, however, beware. Anyone can dial your phone and ask for there are ways to help others. a donation. Get specifics, like a call-back num-

Keep it local. Call the clothing bank and ask what it needs. A few new shirts or a winter coat for a child can help a family that’s struggling. Call the food bank in your area and ask what it’s running out of. Add a few things to your own grocery cart, perhaps spending $5 on a weekly basis, and drop them off. Charities of all types are feeling

Colorado in the year 2000. Things were a lot different in 1688 than they are now.

If you have a common law marriage, the legal ramifications are the same as a ceremonial marriage. The laws pertaining to divorce, support, child custody, property division, and bigamy are the same for common law marriages as they are for ceremonial marriages. There is no “common law divorce”. If you have a common law marriage and you want a divorce, you have to get it done the same way as the folks who have a ceremonial marriage. The law pertaining to common law marriage is the same as other law. You must remember that: you may not understand it; you may not like it; and you may not think its fair; but it’s the law!

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice about your case. Chris Meyer is an attorney practicing family law in Monument. Chris has been practicing law since 1977. He is a former prosecutor and is licensed to practice law in Colorado, Florida, California and Wisconsin. Chris can be contacted at 719-4889395. Chris’s website (www.cmeyerlaw.com) has additional divorce and family law information.

ity dollar is likely to be used on those in need. Here are two charity survey sites that can help you decide: • Charity Navigator (www.charitynavigator. org) is a good one. Charities are rated by their efﬁciency at using the donated funds. You can browse by category (and sort by rating or location) or get information on a speciﬁc one by putting the charity name in the search box. • GuideStar (www.guidestar.org) shows the Form 990 of charities. That form will help you determine how much of your donation will go to advertising and solicitations for even more donations.

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