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“My doctor told me to stop having intimate dinners for four. Unless there are three other people.� Orson Welles (1915 - 1985)
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EMOTIONS RUN DEEP This part can’t be much simpler: We eat the foods for comfort that are associated with good feelings or good times in the past and/or have provided comfort during a difficult time or illness. Did mom make chocolate chip cookies for you after a bad day at school? Did you eat lobster on your first date with the love of your life? Did you get all the ice cream you could eat after a tonsillectomy? Maybe sweet popsicles when you had that 103-degree fever and chicken pox? How about spaghetti and meatballs when the love of your life ran off with your best friend? You get the idea.
There’s a definite link between the food we eat and our mood states, and our comfort food choices tend to be heavy in fat, starch, salt or sugar. One of the reasons we enjoy foods with high amounts of these substances is because of the chemical reaction they produce in the body. Sugars and starches work like Prozac – they increase the amount of serotonin the body produces. Serotonin is the ‘feel good’ neurotransmitter.
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There are surveys abound that ask people about their comfort food of choice. Here’s the skinny, in no particular order: Macaroni and cheese Fried chicken Pot roast Apple pie Chicken and dumplings Chicken pot pie Chicken soup Ice cream Spaghetti Hot chocolate Hot dogs Pizza Jello Pumpkin pie Tomato soup Tuna casserole Baked beans
Fat does not prompt the same kind of feel good reaction as do the neurotransmitters serotonin and oxytocin, but fat is an important nutrient to our body – it needs it to provide sustained energy for one thing. We are prewired to want fat in our diets. From cavemen to hunters and gatherers to school
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PRESIDENTIAL COMFORTS U.S. presidents have not been shy about their food preferences and here are some of their favorites. George Washington – cornmeal pancakes (aka Johnny cakes) Franklin D. Roosevelt – grilled cheese sandwiches John F. Kennedy – New England clam chowder, corn muffins and baked beans Lyndon B. Johnson – tapioca pudding, sweet potatoes with toasted marshmallows Richard Nixon – cottage cheese and fresh fruit Gerald Ford – pot roast and red cabbage; butter pecan ice cream Jimmy Carter – sirloin steak, grits and corn bread Ronald Reagan – macaroni and cheese and then on to the good stuff: jelly beans, pumpkin pecan pie, monkey bread, ice cream, chocolate cake, chocolate chip cookies, fudge brownies
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A NOT SO SCIENTIFIC SURVEY It’s true – if you ask people what their favorite comfort food is, you get the whole enchilada. We went out and asked a few friends and holy cannoli, some had entire lists! Here’s the flavor of the responses: • “Chocolate chip cookies and milk. Reminds me of my cravings when I was pregnant...after all that morning sickness mess passed.” • “My comfort ‘food’ is hot chocolate. I love to dip a piece of buttered toast in it. It reminds me of the warm and cozy feeling I would have on those bitter
• “Tomato soup and grilled cheese – a standard that stands the test of time. PB&J and chicken noodle soup; bacon cheddar cheeseburgers, French fries and a vanilla shake; crispy chile rellenos smothered with green chile, black beans and rice; pot roast, potatoes and carrots with gravy; chocolate cake; oatmeal raisin cookies” (a guy who can’t make up his mind) • “Snickers bar or Goobers, hamburger and fries, chocolate cake, carnitas burrito with all the extras, Mexican food, oranges w/tejan seasoning-yummy” (a gal who can’t make up her mind)
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if necessary, then it is necessary for the teacher to examine teaching methods. Different methods need to be attempted. Not all students learn the same way and it is imperative to respect each student’s individuality.
LIFE ENERGY FLOW - TAI YI LEARNING DISABILITIES Comfort Food... Continued from Page 3 • “Homemade (all organic) chicken soup and secondly Thanksgiving dinner! Those two I love the most. It’s just that on Thanksgiving everything blends so well together and it’s so mushy and warm and yummy good for you. Plus it makes you sleepy too!!” (female) • “Papa Murphy’s Gourmet Classic Italian pizza on Delite crust. But in a time of crisis, just about any old pizza will do.” (female)
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s a former educator, I gained much experience in working with youth who have been labeled as having a learning disability or Attention Deficit Disorder/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD/ HD). What I learned in that experience is that some truly had a neurological issue that interfered with the learning process and some were mislabeled.
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What makes a learning disability? Is it that the student does not learn the way the teacher desires? Is it due to many school absences that create learning gaps? It is it due to how the brain is processing information may not match how the teacher is presenting the material? Is it interference from processed sugars and toxic foods? Is it an unknown variable?
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• “WINE” (female) • “Dark chocolate and lots of it” (female) • “Ice cream!” (male) • “Mexican food because it’s spicy!” (male) • “Mac and cheese - cuz it’s cheese and I’m a cheesehead!!” (female…really) • “Dark chocolate preferably with sea salt” (a woman after my own heart) • “Homemade chicken and dumplings because you want to close your eyes while you eat this stuff – it’s just that good” (female) • “Colorado pork chili, homemade crab cakes, chicken and dumplings, Deb Stumpf’s Christmas cookies butter crescents and chocolate truffles” (female) We can feel our serotonin and oxytocin levels slipping, so to fill some space while we head off to eat grilled cheese sandwiches and dark chocolate, here’s a recipe (or a general guideline) for an all-time favorite – chicken and dumplings.
Chicken and Dumplings From Deborah Stumpf’s kitchen
1 3-lb. roasted chicken (homemade with herbs, butter, garlic, onion, salt and pepper), or store bought, cut up or torn into bite size pieces Sauce: 3 tablespoons butter
Prepare the sauce: Melt butter in a large, wide pot or sauté pan, or Dutch oven; then add carrot, celery and bay leaves; sauté until soft; add garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Make a roux by sprinkling the flour over the vegetables and cook for 2 minutes. Pour in the chicken stock slowly, stirring constantly. Simmer sauce for about 15 minutes and then add the cream. Add the chicken pieces.
It is wise to first search what the student is consuming in foods and drinks. Changing the student’s diet to whole foods, local grown, organic, and free of processed sugar is advisable. Ensure the student is eating an adequate and balanced amount of protein and complex carbohydrates. It is also important to make sure the student is drinking plenty of clean, clear water. Hydration plays a large role in brain functioning and focus in the classroom.
While sauce is cooking, mix dumplings: Sift the dry ingredients into a bowl. Mix the eggs and milk and pour into the dry ingredients. Gently fold these together – do not stir wildly with abandon or your dumplings will be tough! Mix just until the dough comes together and is cake-like.
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Even if there is a true learning disability, altering the teaching method can assist the student in processing and assimilating the information. It may take more repetition, however. This is especially true if a student has been diagnosed ADD/HD. Many students who carry this label are simply bored and are not being taught in an effective manner. Many students do not want to simply memorize material, but want to be taught HOW to think and process. They want challenging, interesting, and meaningful material, not busy work. The challenge is that by the time an ADD/ HD labeled student reaches middle school and high school, they are simply unchallenged and bored with memorization and busy work so they have lost their desire to learn in a traditional classroom setting. In other words, they have given up. In this situation, the teacher and parents may need to become more creative in addressing a solution. Life Energy Flow Tai Yi is about balance and movement. Many treatments are available to assist in making changes and in finding balance in life. If you have a student who has been labeled, find alternatives that may assist the student in making effective and life long changes. Tami Urbanek
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Drop slightly heaping tablespoonfuls of dumpling dough into the sauce. The dumplings will expand beyond belief, so try eyeballing the size to be about 2 inches in diameter or less. Leave plenty of space between dumplings. (Cover any leftover dough completely to keep air out and use it for the leftovers so it tastes freshly made.) Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes. They should be puffy, but firm.
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• On April 20, 1841, Edgar Allen Poe’s short story, “The Murders in the Rue Morgue,â€? first appears in Graham’s Lady’s and Gentleman’s Magazine. It is generally considered to be the first detective story. Like the later Sherlock Holmes stories, the tale is narrated by the detective’s roommate. • On April 22, 1889, at precisely high noon, thousands of would-be settlers make a mad dash into the newly opened Oklahoma Territory to claim cheap land. All told, from 50,000 to 60,000 settlers entered the territory that day. Towns like Norman, Oklahoma City, Kingfisher and Guthrie sprang into being almost overnight.
had started showing a short cartoon before feature presentations, but the form became more popular after sound was introduced in 1928. • On April 16, 1947, in Texas City’s port on Galveston Bay, a fire aboard the French freighter Grandcamp ignites ammonium nitrate, causing a massive blast that destroys much of the city and takes nearly 600 lives. The fire department tried to douse the flames, but the ship was so hot that the water from their fire hoses was instantly vaporized. • On April 19, 1957, the Brattle Theater in Cambridge, Mass., presents its first showing of “Casablanca,â€? introducing a new generation to Humphrey Bogart, who had died months earlier. Bogart had been wounded aboard a Navy ship during World War 1. His upper lip was scarred and partially paralyzed, giving him the tough-guy poker face and slight lisp that characterized his acting.
• On April 21, 1918, in the skies over France, Manfred von Richthofen, the notorious German flying ace known as “The Red Baronâ€? with 80 victories under his belt, is killed by Allied fire. He was 25 years old.
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New DVD Releases for Week of April 16, 2012 PICKS OF THE WEEK “Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol” (PG-13) -- Tom Cruise returns to his loud and lucrative franchise for a fourth installment, and it has all the intensity of a ticking timebomb strapped under a speeding convertible careening off an exploding skyscraper full of double agents. Ethan Hunt (Cruise) and his team are blamed for a mission gone wrong and have to go rogue to clear their names and stop the outbreak of another world war.
Brad Bird (“The Incredibles,” “Ratatouille”) makes his directing-real-people debut and delivers the requisite super-cool look, fast pace and gripping action. This time around more lines and screen time are given to the supporting cast (Jeremy Renner, Paula Patton and Simon Pegg), who hold up their end of the deal. The spy genre has grown weak in the post-Bourne era, but M:IGP delivers a laserguided, rocket-propelled shot of adrenaline. “The Last Rites of Joe May” -- In the West End of Chicago, Joe May (Dennis Farina), an over-the-hill hustler, steps out of the hospital to find that everyone thought he was dead. His apartment has been rented to Jenny (Jamie Anne Allman), a single mother with a young daughter, Angelina (Meredith Droeger). While he may be dead to everyone else in his small world, Joe is offered the chance to share the apartment with Jenny. A non-romantic bond forms, and these two new people become the most important relation-
ships in Joe’s life. It’s up-close character drama that has the right mix of bleakness and warmth. I recognize Farina from countless supporting roles, but here he’s the centerpiece as a guy who realizes he’s in the last chapters of his life with nothing to show for it but some pride. “Shame” -- Brandon (Michael Fassbender) is a wealthy bachelor in New York. He is also a sex addict -- and not in a goofy “Two and a Half Men” kind of way. Despite the parade of women that march straight through his apartment, he is locked up, desperate and alone. When his sister (Carey Mulligan) asks to stay with him for a while, Brandon’s walled-off existence comes to light as his life begins to spiral. It’s racy and full of explicit things. It is not a happy sort of movie, but strong performances and an original script make it worth checking out for cinephiles.
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“Garbo: The Spy” -- This unique and imaginative documentary delves into the story of a Spanish spy who made the D-Day invasion possible, and thus helped win World War II for the Allies. Code-named Garbo by the Brits, this lone man tricked the Germans into believing that the Normandy invasion was a decoy. He was so good that the Nazis believed him throughout the war, winning him medals from both Axis and Allies. It’s a mind-blowing story told with style.
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LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) There still might be some communication problems in the workplace, but they should be resolved soon. Meanwhile, that “tip” from a friend should be checked out.
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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) The Lamb loves to be surrounded by flocks of admirers. But be careful that someone doesn’t take his or her admiration too far. Use your persuasive skills to let him or her down easily.
SPORTS QUIZ ANSWERS 1. Juan Marichal (1963), Ramon Martinez (1995), Jose Jimenez (1999) and Ubaldo Jimenez (2010). 2. Mike Schmidt and Adrian Beltre, with 48 each. 3. Seven -- Jimmy Johnson, Barry Switzer, Chan Gailey, Dave Campo, Bill Parcells, Wade Phillips and Jason Garrett. 4. Three times -- 1974, 1977 and 2003. 5. Calgary, which came back to defeat Toronto, 6-5, in 1987. 6. Bruce Arena, with three (1996, 1997, 2011). 7. Odlanier Solis (3/19/11), Tomasz Adamek (9/10/11) and Dereck Chisora (2/18/12).
FLASH BACK ANSWERS 1. Wizzard, in 1973. The song was covered in 1977 by Flash Cadillac and the Continental Kids. 2. Peter Edward “Ginger” Baker plays drums. He picked up the nickname “Ginger” because of his red hair. 3. Iron Maiden, in 1986. It was the band’s only No. 1 U.S. rock chart hit. 4. The Starland Vocal Band, in 1976. They picked up two Grammys, and parlayed that win into a short-run summer television show the next year. 5. 1960. The 78s, usually made of a shellac compound, set the standard until after World War II, when larger 33-rpm vinyl albums became popular. Small 45-rpm single-song records rose to popularity in the 1950s, mostly due to the pop music that teenagers were buying. 6. “Deuce Coupe” is an avant-garde ballet by choreographer Twyla Tharp, set entirely to the music of the Beach Boys, commissioned in 1973 by the Joffrey Ballet.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) This is a good time to begin setting far-reaching goals and connecting with new contacts. Aspects also favor strengthening old relationships -- personal and/or professional. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A personal disappointment should be viewed as a valuable learning experience. Go over what went wrong and see where a change in tactics might have led to a more positive outcome. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Don’t leave projects unfinished or personal obligations unresolved, or you might find yourself tripping over all those loose ends later on. A relative has important news. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Expect a challenge to the usual way you do things. Although you might prefer the tried-and-true, once you take a good look at this new idea, you might feel more receptive to it. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Much work has yet to be done to polish a still-rough idea into something with significant potential. Expect to encounter some initial rejection, but stay with it nonetheless.
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SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A new relationship appears to need more from you than you might be willing to give right now. Best advice: Resist making promises you might not be able to keep. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) That restless feeling encourages you to gallop off into a new venture. But remember to keep hold of the reins so you can switch paths when necessary. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A demanding work schedule keeps the high-spirited Goat from kicking up his or her heels. But playtime beckons by the week’s end. Have fun. You earned it. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) You’re beginning to come out from under those heavy responsibilities you took on. Use this freed-up time to enjoy some muchdeserved fun with people close to you. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Before you get swept away by a tidal wave of conflicting priorities, take time to come up for air, and reassess the situation. You might be surprised by what you’ll find. BORN THIS WEEK: Your leadership qualities are enhanced by a practical sense of purpose that keeps you focused on your goals.
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LIONS CLUB MEETING 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the Month 6:30PM-8:00PM - Fairfield Inn Lions are here in the Tri-Lakes community. We have a brand new service club chartered as of the week of February 6th We meet at the Fairfield Inn on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month at 7:00PM-8:00PM with a social starting at 6:30PM. Please help determine Tri-Lakes area projects for volunteer support and sharing in the good fortunes of our wonderful community.
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THE RECORD ROOM Pinz Bowling Center 855 hwy 105, Palmer Lake, CO Every Thursday Night (3/1 3/8 3/15 3/22 3/39) 7pm-9pm Free, all ages acoustic concerts featuring local and regional talent. 2-3 Artists per night perform original music. Concerts are every Thursday night and open to the public.
YOUTH EMPOWERMENT FESTIVAL 2012 Palmer Lake Town Hall April 28, 2012 4 pm - 11 pm This is a festival dedicated to youth empowerment. There will be music, dancing, exhibits, and Arts & Crafts Festival, the Mayor’s Dinner and a proclamation declaring April 28, Youth Empowerment Day. Also, the PALMER LAKE YOU GOT TALENT finals will be held and the Youth Empowerment Awards 2012 will be announced. This is an amazing event.
YOUTH EMPOWERMENT AWARDS 2012 Palmer Lake Town Hall - Mayor’s Dinner April 28, 2012 6-8 pm Do you know a youth or young adult in the Palmer Lake or Monument area that is exceptional in the community? If so, submit your nomination to our Youth Empowerment Award Nomination at familynation.net and tell us why we should recognize this individual for the “Youth Empowerment Award 2012,” during the Mayor’s dinner at the “Youth Empowerment Festival 2012” on April 28, 2012. We want to hear from you. SENIOR CITIZEN FRAUD PROTECTION Wednesday, May 2 - 12:30PM Big Red - 146 Jefferson St., Monument Do you know the safest way to pay your bills? What are the 3 R’s of Fraud Protection? How to avoid telemarketing scams? Join Bob Mager, Program Specialist from AARP Foundation’s ElderWatch for a free, energetic, interactive presentation to answer these questions and test your consumer fraud knowledge. Learn how to keep you and your loved ones’ hard earned money safe! It doesn’t matter if you are 55 or 95; this is an opportunity to learn about the latest scams affecting the 50+ population. This is open to anyone and everyone. Wednesday, May 2; 12:30 PM at “Big Red”, 146 Jefferson Street, basement, immediately following the Senior Luncheon.
PALMER LAKE HISTORICAL SOCIETY PRESENTS Trails to Interstate: Transportation Systems Across the Palmer Divide April 19, 2012, 7:00 PM Lee Whiteley will use historic maps and illustrations, as well as modern photographs, to trace transportation routes across the Palmer Divide from the early trails to Interstate 25. 2012 ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY LUNCHEON & SEMINAR Colorado Springs Marriott, 5580 Tech Center Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80919 Tuesday, April 24, 2012 - 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM Pikes Peak Chapter, International Association of Administrative Professional (IAAP) invites you to Celebrate! Professional Development Seminar Featuring: Dawn BjorkBuzbee. Seminar Time 9:00 - 11:30 AM. Followed by the Administrative Professionals Day Luncheon with speaker, Doug Price. Luncheon Time 12:00 - 1:30 PM. Registration: To attend only one event, Seminar or Luncheon $35; To attend both events, Seminar and Luncheon $65. For IAAP Members, to attend both events save for only $55. To complete the registration form, visit our website: wwww. iaap-pikespeak.org. Deadline for Reservations is Monday, April 16, 2012.
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KIND OF LIKE SPACE By Nick Yanez
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