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“When you are a bear of very little brain, and think of things, you find sometimes that a thing which seemed very thingish inside you is quite different when it gets out into the open and has other people looking at it.”

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A Bear of Very Little Brain ... Continued from Page 1 Most of Pooh and his animal friend’s adventures start with Pooh’s insatiable appetite for honey (“a smackerel of hunny”) brought on by a “rumbly in his tumbly.” From there the story takes off and can often include the only bad guys of the stories – the Heffalumps and Woozles. And when things aren’t going well, “Oh, bother.”

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Winnie the Pooh is named after an actual bear who became the mascot of the 2nd Canadian Infantry Brigade during World War I. This female black bear cub was purchased for $20 by Lieutenant Harry Colebourn from a hunter who killed the bear’s mother. Colebourn named the bear Winnie after his home town of Winnipeg. Winnie traveled with the Brigade for awhile, eventually taking up residence at the London Zoo where she was a popular attraction until she died in 1934.

Young Milne had a stuffed bear that he named Winnie the Pooh, partly after the real black bear and partly after a swan named Pooh, a character in a poem his father wrote, “When We Were Very Young.”

THE CHARACTERS Except for the only human character in the Pooh stories, Christopher Robin (obviously named after A. A. Milne’s son), the remaining characters are all animals named after Christopher’s stuffed animals. There’s Piglet (Pooh’s best friend); Eeyore (a gloomy donkey); Tigger (a very happy bouncy tiger); and Kanga and Roo (kangaroo mother and son). The always wise Owl, and Rabbit who loves to grow vegetables, came to the forest a little later.

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Author A. A. Milne’s son, Christopher Robin Milne was very fond of Winnie and visited her often at the zoo.

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It was Stephen Slesinger who purchased the Canadian and United States merchandising rights from Milne in 1930 and in a mere year’s time parlayed his investment into a $50 million annual business. The price he paid: $1,000 advance and 66 percent of income. Slesinger enjoyed more than 30 years of great success while marketing Pooh products that included games and puzzles, a radio show, a film, a doll, record and a board game.

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Slesinger died in 1953 and his wife, Shirley Slesinger Lasswell, carried on the business until she sold the licensing rights to Walt Disney Productions in 1961. Daphne Milne sold some of her rights to Disney at the same time.

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• The first color appearance of Pooh was in 1932. He was drawn by Stephen Slesinger at that time with a red shirt that he is still seen in.

• Rivers know this: there is no hurry. We shall get there some day.

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• The first story, “Winnie-the-Pooh” was broadcast on radio on Christmas Day in 1925 over BBC stations. His first U.S. radio appearance was in 1932 in a broadcast to 40,000 schools by American School of the Air (a division of CBS).

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world as Frisbees. The story of the Frisbee began in Bridgeport, Conn., in 1871.

Students from nearby universities would throw the empty pie tins to each other, yelling “Frisbie!” as they let go.

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• On Jan. 18, 1778, English explorer Captain James Cook becomes the first European to discover the Hawaiian Islands when he sails past the island of Oahu. He named the island group the Sandwich Islands, in honor of John Montague, who the earl of Sandwich.

• On Jan. 21, 1789, “The Power of Sympathy: Or, the Triumph of Nature. Founded in Truth” is printed in Boston. The book was the first novel by an American writer to be published in America. The first editions of the book did not carry the author’s name, but it was later attributed to William Hill

• On Jan. 24, 1927, young director Alfred Hitchcock’s first film, “The Pleasure Garden,” is released in England. While the film marked an impressive debut, Hitchcock considered his next film, “The Lodger” (known in the United States as “The Case of Jonathan Drew”), to be his first true accomplishment.

• On Jan. 22, 1973, in a historic decision, the U.S. Supreme Court rules in Roe v.

Wade that women, as part of their constitutional right to privacy, can terminate a pregnancy during its first two trimesters.

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• On Jan. 19, 1940, the Three Stooges film “You Natzy Spy” is released. Anticipating Charlie Chaplin’s “The Great Dictator” by nine months, Moe Howard played a Hitlerlike dictator of a fictional country, “Moronica.”

• On Jan. 23, 1957, machines at the Wham-O toy company roll out the first batch of its aerodynamic plastic discs -now known to millions of fans all over the

• On Jan. 20, 1981, minutes after Ronald Reagan’s inauguration as the 40th president of the United States, the 52 U.S. captives held at the U.S. embassy in Teheran, Iran, are released, ending the 444-day Iran Hostage Crisis. The crisis began on Nov. 4, 1979, when militant Iranian students seized the embassy. (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

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THEY’RE LOOKING FOR LOVE - HOW ABOUT YOU? AMBER

Please take a moment and meet Amber. Amber is about 5 months old and is a part of a large rescue. Amber lived in a place with many other dogs. She never received much attention. Even though her life was without much structure she has a personality of gold. She’s sweet and loves people but a bit shy. We don’t know how she is with little children or how she’ll do with cats.

Amber is still a very young girl and is eager to please. With love and attention and patience she will make someone a very nice family member. She is part Heeler and she is reddish in color.

AMBER SAMANTHA-JANE This is Samantha-Jane. She is about a year old. Samantha-Jane is spayed and is not de-clawed. She is an indoor girl! She gets along well with other cats and dogs! She loves to be with people.

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DOTTY Introducing Dotty. She is 9 weeks old and is a tri-colored kitty with white tan and grey and she has gold eyes. Dotty just arrived at SAINT Animal Rescue so I cannot tell you much about her personality. Now is the time to introduce kitties to all kinds of good things. Take them for a ride in the car just to get the experience.

Introduce them to children. At this age kitties are pretty open to many things, as they get older they will make up their minds and it will be more difficult to introduce new things to them.

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TWO-BIT TWO-BIT Two-Bit is a 1 year old male Aussie Border Collie. He is from a home with many other dogs. He is friendly and gets along well with other dogs but we are pretty sure he’s not been around children or cats. Two-Bit would probably do well in a home with older children and some one who can be home with him. He will need a little extra training but it won’t take him long to learn.

If you think any of these wonderful companions would fit into your loving family and you would like to adopt him, please call SAINT Animal Rescue located in Calhan. Our phone number is 541-3099 but you might need to use the 719 area code. It is always a challenge when adopting a new pet. SAINT Animal Rescue asks the adopter to give the animal a reasonable amount of time to adjust to it’s new family and environment. This is so very important to your new family member as well as your existing family members. Our website is experiencing growing pains. We lost the entire section of pets up for adoption but have been able to slowly add more of the animals waiting for homes. saintanimalrescue.org thanks for your patience.

SPIKE This handsome fella is Spike. He is a little over one year old and he is a black Cocker Spaniel.

Spike gets along well with children. He also seems to get along well with other dogs. We don’t know how much he likes cats. Spike loves to give kisses! He is up to date on all his shots. Cocker Spaniels love to work and have a lot of endurance. These friendly, happy dogs make good family pets, but their training must start early. The Cocker Spaniel must have something to do, such as obedience to keep it out of trouble. The Cocker is a very pretty dog, but requires weekly brushing and occasional grooming to keep its coat in good condition and to keep it looking like a Cocker.

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OPEN HOUSE AT ANNUAL WINTER Does someone you love have a BENET HILL FINE ART SHOW mental illness? he Palmer Lake Art Group MONASTERY Get Educated. Become Empowered.

(PLAG) will present its annual 3190 Benet Lane on Sunday January 24, 2010 2:00-4:00 PM. Come and see our new Monastery/ Ministry Center, meet the Benedictine sisters and have refreshments. Hope you can come.

Call: 633 0655 to RSVP by January 21.

THE PALMER LAKE HISTORICAL SOCIETY TO HOLD ITS ANNUAL POT LUCK DINNER AND MEMBERSHIP DRIVE

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oin the Palmer Lake Historical Society for its annual pot luck dinner and membership drive. The mission of the 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 Historical Society’s motto is “History should be more than a memory.”

The Historical Society presents free monthly programs that inform and educate the community about local historical events. The Historical Society also partners with local nonprofit organizations and businesses to keep history, tradition, and culture alive through events such as the three-day 2009 Return of the Rocky Mountain Chautauqua, the concert featuring the Native American musical group Brule’ and the American Indian Rock Opera, and the recent Project Lighthouse 6th Annual Christmas Powwow. In addition, the Historical Society keeps its own tradition of sponsoring the annual Father’s Day Ice Cream Social at the Palmer Lake Town Hall featuring free ice cream, pie, and music for the local community.

The Annual Pot Luck Dinner and Membership Drive is an opportunity for existing members of the Historical Society and members of the local community who want to be a part of this dynamic and community-oriented organization to join in an evening of fellowship and local history. Attendees are encouraged to bring an item related to local history to show and discuss.

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. In the spirit of a potluck dinner, the Historical Society will provide a meat dish, coffee, and tea. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about the Historical Society and the local history of this area. Visit our website at www.

PalmerDivideHistory.org.

WHEN: Thursday, January 21, 2010, from 6:30pm to 8:00pm. Doors open at 6:00pm.

WHERE: Palmer Lake Town Hall, 66 Lower Glenway Street, Palmer Lake, CO 80133

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Winter Fine Art Show, February 6, 2010 through February 7, 2010. The exhibit will be held at the Old Monument Town Hall, 66 2nd Street, Monument, Colorado.

The exhibit/show/sale will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Many artists will be present and available to discuss their art works with you!

PLAG member artists will exhibit a wide variety of art works in different media. The artistry of the group’s members has been widely recognized throughout the Tri-Lakes and Colorado Springs areas for over 40 years!

Funds raised from the show will be used to award scholarships to senior students at Lewis Palmer High School who plan to continue their studies in art.

Facts at a glance: Event: Palmer Lake Art Group Winter Fine Art Show 2010 Dates: February 6 through February 7, 2010 Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Both days Benefit: Show proceeds go to fund scholarships for seniors at Lewis Palmer High School who plan to continue art studies.

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TRI-LAKES CENTER FOR THE ARTS PRESENTS

Do Something Different This Year! -- And Have Fun Doing It!

A CONCERT WITH ROB DRABKIN

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he Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts (TLCA) continues its 2010 concert series with an outstanding musical talent. On Saturday, January 23, 2010, the TLCA presents Rob Drabkin In Concert. Rob returns to TLCA just one year after he rocked the house with a sold out concert. Rob’s unique voice, incredible guitar style, and original tunes have some comparing him to music legend Dave Matthews. Rob holds his audience captive with his lively and entertaining music style and continually adds converts to his growing fan base. Rob was named “Colorado’s Best SingerSongwriter” by Westword Music Awards and will be featuring songs from his latest music release “On These Heavy Feet.’’ If you’re a fan of Dave Matthews, Ben Harper, John Mayer, or Jason Mraz, you’ll be a fan of Rob Drabkin! Don’t miss this eclectic evening of sights and sounds. Hear Rob’s music on the web at www.robdrabkin.com.

Tickets are $12.00 for TLCA members and $15.00 for non-members ($15 and $18 at the door) and are available at Covered Treasures Bookstore (719-4812665) in Monument and The Wine Seller (719-481-3019) and TLCA (719-4810475) in Palmer Lake. Tickets also available thru PayPal at www.trilakesarts.org.

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AUDITION NOTICE Spotlight Community Theatre will hold auditions for roles in two upcoming plays, Robert Alan Blair’s Man of the House And

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Thursday, January 28, 2010 Call (719) 488-0775 To Schedule Your Audition Time

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BACKGROUND Our bodies need a constant supply of energy in order to sustain life, contract muscles, pump our blood, support tissues and much more. The form of energy the body uses for these processes is called ATP (short for adenosine triphosphate). Much like gasoline being a fuel source for automobiles, ATP is the fuel source for energy production. ATP cannot be stored in large quantities and must be continually manufactured by processes that involve the breakdown of carbohydrates, fat and to some extent, protein. To make ATP from these nutrients, a certain amount of oxygen is required; hence, oxygen is ultimately the determining factor for our body’s energy capabilities.

WHAT IS V02?

Oxygen consumption (V02) is often expressed as a rate of use per minute. A person who has a high V02 is capable of using more oxygen per minute at the cellular level than someone who has a lower V02. The person with a higher V02 has a greater aerobic capacity. They are considered the fitter individual. People with a higher V02 not only perform day to day tasks easier, they also have the ability to work harder during exercise, exercise longer without fatigue, and burn more calories at rest than a person whose aerobic capacity is lower. If a person is working at their fullest potential and taking in all the oxygen their body can deliver to the working muscles per minute, they have reached what is called their Max V02 - an ultimate measure of aerobic power and performance capability.

WHAT IF I JUST BREATHE HARDER? WON’T I TAKE IN MORE OXYGEN? V02 is often confused with rate of breathing; however, true V02 is indirectly related to the amount of air you take in which each breath irrespective of how hard you are breathing. When you inhale, the breath you take into your lungs is about 20% oxygen, and .03% carbon dioxide.

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Oxygen consumption reflects energy expenditure, or the amount of calories you burn with exercise. At rest, your body does not need an abundance of oxygen. It sits idle much like an automobile waiting for someone to turn the key. Assuming you are healthy, respiration at rest is slow and shallow. The number of calorie burned will be minimal. When you start to move around and increase activity, the demands for oxygen increase. The heart starts pumping harder, breathing increases, circulation increases, and cellular respiration increases in direct response to the demands of work intensity. How the body adapts is

by BURNING MORE CALORIES! If exercise continues in duration or increases in demand, the amount of oxygen the body uses per minute is even greater. Energy expenditure will be higher and the number of calorie burned per minute will be greater! A novel explanation as to why exercise is so very important on weight loss regimes.

HOW DO I INCREASE MY V02?

The absolute best way to increase V02 is to exercise consistently and efficiently at least three to five days per week with varying intensities of activity. The goal is to train your body to adapt to imposing demands in a gradual fashion before fatigue set in. If you start out too hard or try to push yourself to fast, the body cannot keep up with the demands for oxygen at the cell level.

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SNIPPETZ® HEALTH AND WELLNESS lungs, causing shortness of breath, and into the rest of the body, causing ankle and feet swelling. Congestive heart failure may result from any of the above three heart conditions.

“HEART DISEASE” COVERS LOTS OF TERRITORY DEAR DR. DONOHUE: Can you give me a good definition of “heart disease”? I find the phrase very confusing. -- A.T. ANSWER: It’s confusing because it covers so much territory and deals with so many different conditions.

The most prevalent form of heart disease is coronary (heart) artery disease -- CAD, a buildup of cholesterol, fat and other materials in the arteries that supply the heart with blood. The buildup obstructs blood flow to the heart muscle, and the result is angina (chest pain) with partial obstruction, or a heart attack with complete obstruction.

Heart-valve disease constitutes another group of heart ailments. The heart has four valves that keep blood moving from one heart chamber to the next and prevent backflow of blood into the chamber it just left.

A valve can narrow and present an obstacle to the free flow of blood, or it can leak and allow backflow of blood. For example, a narrowed mitral heart valve is mitral stenosis; a leaky mitral heart valve is mitral regurgitation.

The heart is a muscle. Diseases that directly affect the heart muscle are cardiomyopathies (“cardio” is heart; “myo,” muscle; “pathy,” disease).

Some are inherited. Others develop on their own. This is another large group of heart diseases.

Congestive heart failure arises when the heart becomes such a weak pump that blood backs up into the

Heartbeat disturbances -- arrhythmias (uh-RITH-me-uhs) -- come about from a misfiring of the inborn electrical activity of the heart. Atrial fibrillation is a common arrhythmia.

Arrhythmias often disturb heart pumping and lead to heart malfunction.

Congenital heart disease is another group of heart diseases. They are defects in the way the heart formed during embryonic and fetal development. Holes in the partitions that separate the heart chambers are examples of congenital heart disease.

Congestive heart failure, a common consequence of heart disease, is discussed at length in the pamphlet on that topic. Readers can order a copy by writing: Dr. Donohue -No. 103W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient’s printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery.

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DON JOHNSON PRESENTED EDDIE KINNEY WITH THE “SERTOMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD”

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ecause of his determination, patience, persistence and accomplishments, Monument Hill Sertoma Club proudly selects Mr. Eddie Kinney as our Sertoman of the Year.

Totally committed to Sertoma principles and its mission, Eddie has been an active, involved member of this club since 2001.

He has been a successful recruiter for the club, having sponsored four members. He received the GEM Award in 2002 and the Senator 1 Award in 2005.

His leadership positions have been numerous, persistent and marked by success. He provided leadership in the following positions: • Chairman, Salvation Army Bell Ringing 2003-2005 • Vice President, Programs 2005

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ity to cope with stress. Wheat germ is a great source of natural fiber, which is essential to maintaining regular bowel functions and preventing constipation.

Eddie is a regular attendee at Sertoma District, Regional and International Conferences. He has attended numerous District Leadership Conferences and the District Awards Banquets and is a regular at Freedom Week Banquets. Eddie currently serves as Publicity Chairman for the South Colorado Sertoma District. He is also a Sertoma Life Member.

Soy milk and tofu add many health benefits to smoothie recipes. Tofu contains high amounts of protein, omega-3 fats, calcium, selenium and other minerals and antioxidants that all play a role in good health. Tofu is bland in taste, but easily absorbs and enhances the flavors of whatever you combine it with while adding creaminess to your smoothie. When selecting tofu, look for the softer, silken varieties, as they are easier to incorporate in most drink or sauce recipes.

He is Adjutant for the American Legion Post 9-11 in the Tri-Lakes area. This post started in 2005 with 20 members; with Eddie’s efforts, it has grown to a membership of over 140 in 2009. Due to Eddie’s constant recruiting, the post was recognized with the Top Membership Award for both the District and the State.

Monument Hill Sertoma Club has many people who clearly embody the spirit of “service above self,” but this year, “going where no man has gone before,” we choose Eddie Kinney as our Sertoman of the Year.

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Married to Colleen, Eddie is a father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Extremely active in his community other than Sertoma, he supports several other organizations as well. He served on the Palmer Lake Sanitation Board of Directors from 1994 to 2005. He was a member of the Palmer Lake Town Council for four years, where he also served as Police Commissioner.

Eddie is a Past Master of the Monument Masonic Lodge, and while serving as Master in 2006, he was responsible for initiating a free, child ID program which uses a photo, fingerprints, and DNA to assist in locating/identifying lost children, creating 3000+ children-identity documents.

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f you’ve resolved to be healthier this year, a nutritious breakfast is one of the best ways to start your day. When you eat a healthy breakfast, you consume less fat and cholesterol, eat more vitamins and minerals, have higher productivity throughout the morning and are more focused on the tasks at hand. A healthy breakfast also helps with weight loss, appetite control and can lower cholesterol, which will reduce your risks for heart disease.

According to the American Dietetic Association, breakfast is especially important for children and adolescents.

Children and adolescents who eat a healthy breakfast have better concentration and problem-solving skills, improved hand-eye coordination, are more alert and creative, miss fewer days of school and are more physically active.

If you’ve been skipping breakfast because you’re pressed for time, a vitamin- and nutrient-rich, power-packed smoothie is the answer. Smoothies are easy to make, can be easily adapted to suit individual tastes and best of all, they’re portable if you need a “breakfast to go.”

These healthy smoothie recipes contain fruits, vegetables, wheat germ and soft tofu. Wheat germ is the embryo or kernel of the wheat. It’s a rich source of protein, fiber, unsaturated fat, vitamins E, B1, B2, B5 and B6, phosphorus, zinc, thiamine and magnesium.

Wheat germ has natural antioxidants and helps prevent heart disease, cancer and aging. Wheat germ also protects the muscles, blood, lungs and eyes, and helps to prevent blood clots. It also helps to strengthen your body’s immune system and increases your abil-

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Blend the tofu, half the banana, soy milk or orange juice, yogurt, half the strawberries or blueberries and the wheat germ until fairly smooth. Add the remaining banana and strawberries and blend until smooth. Serve immediately. Makes 3 to 4 (8 ounce) glasses.

MEAL IN A BLENDER 1 1/2 cups apple juice 1 cup soft tofu 1 banana, sliced 1/2 orange, peeled and seeded, or 1/2 cup orange juice 1/2 small, raw sweet potato, peeled and diced into cubes OR 1 small carrot, sliced into rounds 1/4 cup chopped kale or spinach, fresh or frozen 1/4 cup wheat germ 1 tablespoon honey or agave nectar Puree all of the ingredients together in small batches until smooth. Serve immediately. Makes 4 to 5 (8 ounce) glasses.

*** Angela Shelf Medearis is known as The Kitchen Diva and is the executive producer and host of “The Kitchen Diva!” television cooking show. Visit her Web site at www. divapro.com. Her new inspirational book is “Ten Ingredients for a Joyous Life and a Peaceful Home -- A Spiritual Memoir, co-written with Pastor Salem Robinson, Jr. (www. dunnsmemorial.com). The Kitchen Diva! is brought to you by Eggland’s Best Eggs, www.egglandsbest.com. (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

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2. Stir mustard, parsley flakes and black pepper into remaining tomato soup. Spread soup mixture evenly over partially baked meatloaf. Evenly arrange cheese slices over top. Bake for an additional 15 minutes or until meatloaf is cooked through and cheese is melted. Place loaf pan on a wire rack and let set for 5 minutes. Cut into 6 servings. Freezes well.

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1 1/2 pound thin asparagus, trimmed and cut diagonally into 2-inch pieces 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, peeled and chopped 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 teaspoon sesame seeds 1 teaspoon Asian sesame oil 1. In 12-inch skillet, heat 1 cup water to boiling over high heat. Add asparagus; heat to boiling. Reduce heat to medium. Cover and cook 4 to 5 minutes or until asparagus is tender-crisp. Drain asparagus in colander, then immediately plunge into large bowl of ice water to stop cooking; drain thoroughly.

2. Carefully wipe skillet dry with paper towels. Add canola oil; heat oil over high heat until hot. Add asparagus, ginger, soy sauce and crushed red pepper, and cook 1 to 2 minutes or just until asparagus is heated through. Remove skillet from heat; stir in sesame seeds and sesame oil. Serves 4.

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When searing a piece of fish it should be of good quality because fish should never be over cooked.

Many stores receive their fish orders on Wednesdays and Saturdays. You should always ask. It is even better if it is sushi grade. Often the fish at the counter will be fresh frozen that they have thawed them selves. Places like Whole Foods will more often have fresh tuna but it can be several days old. Make sure that the tuna is a deep red with no browning. It should also not have any fishy flavor or smell or no sliminess to the surface. Any type of fish can be seared as long as it is fresh and of good quality.

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10. SCIENCE: What is the symbol for the element phosphorus?

1. When was the last time a 2nd baseman led the majors in home runs for a season?

2. Name the last 20-game winner for the Chicago Cubs.

3. When was the last time before 2008 (Oregon State versus Pittsburgh in the Sun Bowl) that a college football bowl game had a final total score of three points or less?

4. Name the last repeat winner of the NBA’s Sixth Man Award.

5. Claude Julien was the thirdfastest coach to win 100 games with the Boston Bruins (it took him 176 games to do it). Name the two faster coaches.

6. In 2009, Landon Donovan won the Honda Player of the Year Award as the top player on the U.S. national soccer team. How many times has he been given the award?

7. Name the horse that won the first Kentucky Derby in 1875.

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2. LITERATURE: Who was Sherlock Holmes’ archenemy?

3. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What is the traditional birthstone for April?

4. PSYCHOLOGY: What is the fear represented by “monophobia”?

5. MUSIC: What 1990s rock band had a hit album titled “Nevermind”?

6. GEOGRAPHY: What is the longest suspension bridge in the United States?

7. FAMOUS QUOTATIONS: Who once said, “You can observe a lot by just watching”?

8. MOVIES: Who won the Oscar for best actress in 1978?

9. TELEVISION: What was the name of Ross’ monkey on the TV show “Friends”?

1. Name the duo that sang “Bird Dog.” What was the year?

2. In the question above, just what was a “bird dog”?

3. Who sang the hit song “When Will I See You Again?”

4. Which group recorded “Big Girls Don’t Cry” and when?

5. What was the name of Stevie Wonder’s 1985 hit?

6. Name the group that wrote and recorded “Nothing Else Matters,” and the year.

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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 January 18, 2010 PICKS OF THE WEEK

Super Bowl Sunday. One hour of actual football. 17 hours of commercials. To get you in the gridiron mood, here are some classic football films: “The Longest Yard” -- No, not the awful Adam Sandler remake, but the original Burt Reynolds B-movie blockbuster.

Reynolds stars as Paul Crewe, a disgraced

pro quarterback sent to prison for stealing his girlfriend’s car. While in stir, the crooked warden (played with relish by Eddie Albert) makes Crewe an offer he can’t refuse: Coach the guards’ semi-pro team to victory or else. Crewe assembles a scrimmage team from the inmates (called The Mean Machine) to play the guards, and the result is a bone-crushing film finale you’ll never forget.

“Rudy” -- Sean Astin stars as the titular Rudy, a working-class kid whose only dream is to play football for Notre Dame’s Fighting Irish. But poverty and his small size mean his chances of realizing this dream are slim to none. But through hard work and sheer guts, Li’l Rudy makes it to Notre Dame and a spot on the practice squad -- and finally a shot at playing for a few seconds in the last game of Rudy’s college career.

“Go Tigers!” -- This is one of my favorite documentaries. “Go Tigers!” is the true story of the 1999 season of the Washington High Tigers of Massillon, Ohio. This tiny town in the Buckeye State embraces highschool football with an almost religious zeal. Team supporters visit newborn babies in the hospital to scout prospects; promising players are held back in the eighth grade so that they’ll be bigger and stronger when they reach high school; and the local funeral parlor offers Tigers caskets. The team’s success even has an impact on the town’s taxes.

“Knute Rockne: All American” -- Pat O’Brien stars as the legendary Notre Dame coach who changed the game forever with the invention of the forward pass. Costarring is Ronald Reagan as George Gipp, the promising young halfback who dies of

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pneumonia and achieves immortality for the “win just one for the Gipper” line.

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TRIVIA TEST ANSWERS 1. Montana 2. Professor James Moriarty 3. Diamond 4. Fear of being alone 5. Nirvana 6. Verrazano-Narrows in New York (4,260 feet) 7. Yogi Berra 8. Jane Fonda (“Coming Home”) 9. Marcel 10. P

SPORTS QUIZ ANSWERS 1. Rogers Hornsby had 39 homers for the St. Louis Cardinals in 1925.

2. Jon Lieber was 20-6 for the Cubs in 2001.

3. Air Force and TCU played to a 0-0 tie in the Jan. 1, 1959, Cotton Bowl.

4. Detlef Schrempf in 1991 and ‘92.

5. Tom Johnson did it in 138 games, while Don Cherry accomplished it in 175 games.

6. A record six times.

7. Aristides.

FLASH BACK ANSWERS

1. The Everly Brothers, in 1958. The song hit near the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart, as well as the country and R&B charts.

2. Back in that musically innocent time, a bird dog was a guy who tried to steal another guy’s girl.

3. The Three Degrees, in 1974.

4. The Four Seasons, in 1962. Frankie Valli’s falsetto carried many of the Four Season’s songs.

5. “Part-Time Lover.” The song hit the top of multiple charts: pop, R&B and adult contemporary.

6. Metallica, in 1991. The song, a crowd fave, has been covered by numerous groups.

7. The Lemon Pipers, in 1967. The tune, about a street musician, managed a full week at No. 1 on the charts.

JANUARY 18, 2010

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Be careful about “experts” who have no solid business background. Instead, seek advice on enhancing your business prospects from bona fide sources with good success records.

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Use that Arian charm to help make a difficult workplace transition easier for everyone. News about a long-awaited decision can be confusing. Don’t jump to conclusions.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Standing up to support a colleague’s viewpoint -- even if it’s unpopular -- can be difficult if you feel outnumbered. But you’ll win plaudits for your honesty and courage.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Although you might well be tempted to be more extravagant than you should be at this time, I’m betting you’ll let your sensible Bovine instinct guide you toward moderation.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) While progress continues on resolving that recurring problem, you might feel it’s taking too long. But these things always need to develop at their own pace.

Be patient.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) An opportunity for travel could come with some problems regarding travel companions and other matters. So be sure you read all the fine print before you start packing.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Make an effort to complete your usual workplace tasks before volunteering for extra duty. Scrambling to catch up later on could create some resentment among your colleagues.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) A financial matter could have you rethinking your current spending plans. You might want to recheck your budget to see where you can cut back on expenses until the situation improves.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) One way to make your case for that promotion you’ve been hoping for might be to put your planning skills to work in helping to shape up a project that got out of hand.

Good luck.

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CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Someone close to you might have a financial problem and seek your advice.

If you do decide to get involved, insist on seeing everything that might be relevant to this situation.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) A personal matter takes an interesting turn.

The question is, do you want to follow the new path or take time out to reconsider the change? Think this through before deciding.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Moving into a new career is a big step. Check that offer carefully with someone who has been there, done that, and has the facts you’ll need to help you make your decision.

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Consequently, you’ll have more flexibility and freedom when it comes to making withdrawals.

If you have a traditional IRA, you might be thinking it’s a good idea to convert to a Roth IRA because tax free sounds better than tax deferred — and, all things being equal, tax free would indeed be better.

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convert your traditional IRA to a Roth IRA, you’ll have to pay taxes on those traditional IRA earnings and contributions that had previously gone untaxed. If you do convert, you’ll be better off if you use money held outside your IRA to pay the taxes. If you simply take money from your IRA, you’ll obviously lower the value of your IRA — and, if you’re under 59½, you may have to pay an additional 10% penalty on the amount you withdraw to pay the taxes.

In the past, many investors have been prohibited from converting their IRAs due to either their tax filing status or their income. Under previous rules, you could convert your traditional IRA to a Roth IRA only if you were married and filed a joint return or were a single filer, and your modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) was $100,000 or less. But starting in 2010, you can convert funds to a Roth IRA even if your MAGI is over $100,000. You will also be able to convert to a Roth if you are married and file separate tax returns.

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As mentioned above, you will have to pay taxes when you convert to a Roth IRA. However, if you convert in 2010, you can choose to report the taxable income from the conversion over a two-year period, in 2011 and 2012. You may find that spreading the taxes over two years can make the conversion more affordable.

In any case, consult with your tax advisor before converting from a traditional IRA to a Roth. If done correctly, such a conversion can potentially make a big difference in your ultimate retirement lifestyle.

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The United States is a federal government: it is a federation of independent states.

The United States has federal courts to handle federal matters; at the same time, there are state courts to handle state matters. There are also different state courts for state judicial districts, for counties, and municipalities (the latter are mostly criminal only).

One can file a civil lawsuit only in a court which has jurisdiction over both the subject matter of the lawsuit (what kind of lawsuit is it?), and the persons involved in the lawsuit. If you pick the wrong court, your lawsuit will be dismissed.

A lawsuit is always begun in a trial court, as opposed to an appellate court. Appellate courts, such as courts of appeal and supreme courts, hear only appeals of decisions already made by a trial court. The federal court system’s trial courts are the various United States District Courts. Some states have more than one United States judicial district; others, such as Colorado, have only one (the District of Colorado). In fact, Colorado Springs is the largest city in the United States without a federal courthouse – the only federal courthouse in Colorado is in Denver.

The federal courts handle two types of cases: (1) federal question cases (i.e., a lawsuit with at least one claim brought under a federal law); and (2) diversity of citizenship cases. Diversity of citizenship cases are those cases in which none of the plaintiffs are citizens of the same state as any of the defendants, AND where the “amount in controversy” is more than $75,000.00 If your case meets none of these requirements, you should not file in federal court. In addition, the case must be filed in the United States District Court in which the subject matter of the litigation took place; for example, if an employee is suing for employment discrimination, the case

would be filed in the district where that discrimination took place, and where the employer is located or does business.

It is extremely expensive to litigate a federal lawsuit – usually at least $100,000 in legal fees if not much more. It is also very timeconsuming: it can take 3 or more years to actually go to trial. This undoubtedly is the origin of the expression: “Don’t make a federal case out of it”.

At the state level, in Colorado, there are three different trial courts for the vast majority of civil lawsuits. These are the state judicial district courts, the state county courts, and the small claims divisions of the county courts. A state judicial district might be comprised of only one county (for example, the Tenth Judicial District of Colorado, which comprises only Pueblo County), or even only one city/county (for example, the Second Judicial District of Colorado, which comprises only the City and County of Denver).

El Paso County is in the Fourth Judicial District of Colorado, which also is comprised of the County of Teller.

State district courts handle civil cases where the plaintiff is seeking a monetary award of more than $15,000.00, non-monetary forms of relief, or where the case is sufficiently complicated that one of the parties believes it needs to conduct a lot of “discovery” (i.e., depositions, written questions, requests for production of documents and things, etc); a full-blown civil case in district court, not under the rules of simplified procedure, can take several years and tens of thousands of dollars to litigate. Very few non-attorneys would be able to effectively prosecute or defend a district court litigation. As with federal courts, a lawsuit must be filed in the judicial district where the subject matter of the lawsuit took place; for example, if you are suing for breach of contract, you file suit in the state judicial district where the contract was performed. The suit may also be filed only in a district where the defendant resides, is located, or does business.

State county courts handle cases where the plaintiff is seeking a monetary award of fewer than $15,000.00, or where any non-monetary relief sought would be worth less than that amount. Again, the lawsuit must be filed in the county where the subject matter of the lawsuit took place, and where the defendant resides or does business. County court cases are faster and easier to litigate that district court cases, but they are still subject to many rules of procedure and evidence with which most non-attorneys can’t effectively contend or understand.

Finally, the small claims divisions of county courts are designed specifically for non-attorneys. They may award only monetary damages, and no other type of relief. They also may not award monetary damages in excess of $7,500. However, it is very simple to prosecute a suit in small claims court. You just tell the judge your side of the story, and present your evidence. As Magistrate Judge Winograd, the current small claims magistrate in El Paso County says, “the rules of evidence and procedure in small claims are so relaxed as to be non-existent.” However, in addition to the $7,500 monetary limit, in order to bring suit in small claims court, not only must the subject matter of the suit have taken place in the County, AND not only must the defendant reside, be located, or have done business in the County, BUT the defendant must be personally served in the County. This may be easier said than done. In all other courts, a defendant may be personally served wherever he may be found.

This article is intended for general informational purposes only, and does not constitute the proffer of legal advice. As always, consult your legal advisor regarding your specific facts and circumstances.

• Don’t spend a single dollar on online programs that claim to teach you how to make millions. The way they make their money is by putting those ads on the Internet and selling that “secret” -- which is how to put ads on the Internet -- to people like you.

• Don’t fall for those “make money at home” deals. Most are not legitimate. The ones that involve assembling crafts at home end up costing you money for supplies, and then your product will be deemed “not acceptable.” Mystery shopper is only good if you have time to spare and will settle for a few dollars. “Mail envelopes/send e-mail from home” will only net you a list of companies that might hire that kind of worker.

Even if you’ve been on the Internet a long time, there’s something about the possibility of “fast money” that can make even the most cautious person take risks.

• Don’t choose this time to get into Multi-Level Marketing (MLM). You’ll end up spending money on products you can’t unload, and you’ll annoy your friends as you try to get them signed up as your downstream.

Here are some warnings about making money via the Internet.

• Don’t pay an advance fee for anything.

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• Don’t get involved in online auctions unless you’re already savvy. Better to find a legitimate company in your area that can sell your items online for a fee.

• If you must dabble on the Internet, go with an affiliate program (or a few of them, to maximize the potential) linked to real companies, such as Amazon.com. In that case you would set up a Web site where you write about a topic you’re well versed in. (Check GoDaddy.com for inexpensive Web sites and look for cheap Web hosting.)

Then make links to books or products associated with that subject. Don’t expect to actually make any money. If you do, you’ll be surprised. If you don’t, you’re only out a few hours of the time it takes to set up a Web site.

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