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SNIPPETZ GETS A LITTLE GRUMPY by Deborah Stumpf

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“I’m a perfect example of the grumpy, old man. I’m really good at it.� -Ned Beatty, Actor

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Inarguably, everyone gets a little grumpy sometimes, but some people are grumpy all the time. There’s something loveable about a grump, a curmudgeon - a surly, cross, irritable, grouchy, snippy, short-tempered person. Maybe they serve as our alter egos because we all can’t walk around being surly and nasty all the time. Or can we?

HERE ARE A FEW FAMOUS GRUMPS W. C. Fields (1880-1946) was one of the original curmudgeons. He was an actor, comedian, writer and juggler, making over 40 films in his lifetime. Fields openly disliked

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women, children, animals, religion and Christmas. He married Harriett Hughes and had two children. His marriage didn’t last, but he remained on good terms with his ex-wife. After his marriage to Hattie, he lived with actress Carlotta Monti, who remained at his side until his death. Reportedly, he voluntarily financially supported his children and loved his grandchildren. So much for his image. He also was not fond of fame. It is said that he would hide behind the bushes at his home and shoot people in the legs with his BB gun when they would stop and gawk. Fields was probably best known for his drinking, although he didn’t drink much in his early days. Eventually, though, it was part of his persona in film, on stage and in his real life. Alcohol-related illness was the cause of his death on a Christmas day. He was 66. It was reported that a friend discovered Fields reading the Bible before his death. When his friend questioned why Fields had taken to the Bible, he responded, “I’m checking for loopholes.�

car manages to fit an unimaginable array of treasures (junk) in his trash can. He’s a hoarder who doesn’t have anything nice to say to anyone. His voice is played by Carroll Spinney, who was the original Oscar voice.

Grumpy from “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,� the Disney film originally released in 1937, was the dwarf who was indeed grumpy about everything, but especially the presence of Snow White. Like W.C. Fields, he wasn’t fond of women and didn’t trust them. He eventually accepts and grows to love Snow White, of course, and cries when she dies and is sad to see her go after her Prince Charming awakens her with a kiss. Grumpy was actually a softy underneath, but he still personifies the stereotypical grump.

Archie Bunker, the grumpy, opinionated, bigoted character in the 1970s sitcom “All in the Family� was the guy we loved to watch. Bunker, played by Carroll O’Connor, was a blue collar worker, a family man and an extreme conservative New Yorker. The bantering between him and his liberal son-in-law stole the show when they played out every imaginable politically incorrect topic in the comfort of your living room for 12 years.

Oscar the Grouch on the children’s program “Sesame Street� is a green monster who lives in a trash can. You’d be a little cranky if you lived in a trash can, too! Oscar made his debut back in 1969 as an orange Muppet monster, but changed to green after the first year. Somehow, Os-

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Walter Matthau (1920-2000) brought grumpiness to an art form. He was in nearly 70 films, 16 stage productions and numerous television shows. He played both nice guys and villains and took home Golden Globes, Tony’s and Oscar Awards. In all his work, he is probably most famous for his portrayal of the character Oscar Madison in “The Odd Couple.� Madison was the sloppy, sportswriter curmudgeon opposite the fastidious Felix Unger played by Art Carney in the stage version and Jack Lemmon in film. He and Lemmon played grumpy old men in “Grumpy Old Men� and the sequel “Grumpier Old Men.� Talk about loveable curmudgeons – these guys were the epitome. The Matthau-Lemmon duo made a total of 11 films together.

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LET’S BE MORE POSITIVE, SHALL WE? If all this negativity is getting you down, then here’s some advice from Dani (http:// positivelypresent.com), a self-proclaimed negativity convert. She says there are five steps to finding a happier life with being positive.

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Believe Happiness is a Choice When things go wrong, don’t blame someone or something else – you are in control of your behavior and how you feel.

If you really love being grumpy, then it’s time to get out there and be proud! There’s a club just for you – the International Society of Curmudgeons. You can be certified as a professional grouch and receive a certificate to prove it. Just go to http://grumpypeople.com. Becoming a Licensed Master Curmudgeon only requires a $4 investment.

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to hear of the graduate’s accomplishments. The list might also include coaches, tutors, piano teachers, scout leaders and treasured babysitters. If the graduate is unable to invite all these folks to the ceremony, sending a note along saying so is a nice touch. Also thanking these lifelong supporters with a note saying how much that support or friendship has meant through the years will mean more than the graduate will ever know. No present fishing. It would be tacky to blanket the populace with news of one’s graduation with the expectation that it will garner boatloads of graduation gifts. Be tolerant of parents and relatives. Parents will be bursting at the seams with pride. This means they may turn into video camera stalkers, leave lipstick marks on cheeks, reveal family nicknames and periodically shed a tear or two. Be patient. Most other graduates are experiencing the same phenomenon. Say thank you. To parents, teachers and other well-wishers—but especially to parents. If the graduate is giving the valedictory address—keep it short. Don’t swear. Hurt no one. Tell a few inside jokes. Radiate idealism. Thank all parents and teachers. Don’t trip when leaving the stage. And above all, consider that it might be a good idea to follow the school dress code for the occasion and wear appropriate attire under your graduation gown. Remember, there may be video camera stalkers lurking about.

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--Improving driving skills: Everyday driving can become challenging for us as we age, and unexpected situations can be downright dangerous. Click on the sections with tips for handling both everyday and unexpected situations on the road. Don’t miss the link to driver-improvement courses, especially the AAA’s Senior Defensive Driving Program. You can take the class online from home!

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• On May 22, 1455, the battle of England’s War of the Roses begins in St. Albans, 20 miles northwest of London. The forces of House of York, whose badge was a white rose, defeated the red-rose House of Lancaster. Both families claimed the throne, and the war would stretch on for 30 years. • On May 23, 1701, at London’s Execution Dock, British privateer William Kidd, popularly known as Captain Kidd, is hanged for piracy and murder after capturing a boat that was loaded with gold, jewels, silk, sugar and guns. A colorful legend grew up around the story of Kidd, including reports of lost buried treasure. • On May 21, 1881, in Washington, D.C., humanitarians Clara Barton and Adolphus Solomons found the American National Red Cross, an organization established to provide humanitarian aid to victims of wars and natural disasters. • On May 26, 1897, horror writer Bram Stoker’s classic vampire tale, “Dracula,â€?

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Stir-Frying Tips: --Prep all the veggies in advance in similar-sized pieces for even cooking; --Vegetables should be rinsed and drained ahead of time; --If using a non-stick wok, pre-heat on medium-high to high heat for at least a minute before adding oil; --Drizzle the oil down the sides of the wok so that it coats both the sides and the bottom of the wok. The oil heats faster this way; --When adding sauce to vegetables and/ or meat, form a “well” in the middle by pushing the ingredients up the sides of the wok. Add the sauce in the middle and stir to thicken before combining with the other ingredients.

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would you find the famous Carnaby Street? 6. LANGUAGE: What common item used to be known as “India rubber”? 7. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What does the Apgar Scale measure? 8. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Who was the only U.S. president to be sworn into office by his father? 9. SPORTS: Who was the first person officially to run a mile in less than 4 minutes? 10. ANIMAL KINGDOM: Which species of big cat cannot retract its claws?

4. Name the all-time leading scorer in Clippers franchise history. 5. What was the last time before November 2011 that the NHL’s Boston Bruins went a calendar month without a single loss in regulation? 6. In 2011, driver Sebastian Vettel set a Formula One record by winning 15 poles in a season. Who had held the mark? 7. True or false: Martina Navratilova was in every Wimbledon’s women’s singles final during the 1980s.

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1. Name the group that had hits with “The Angels Listened In” and “Step By Step.” 2. What was the name of the Beatles’ final album? 3. Who released “Here She Comes Now,” and when? 4. When did the Rolling Stones first get together? 5. Which artist had hits with “Superstition” and “I Just Called to Say I Love You”? (Hint: He was born Stevland Hardaway Judkins.) 6. What artist wrote and released “Dirty Diana,” and when? Bonus for knowing the album name. (c) 2012 King Features Synd., Inc.

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New DVD Releases for Week of May 21, 2012 PICKS OF THE WEEK “The Woman in Black” (PG-13) -- In a misty corner of England, a grieving man must sort through paperwork in clearly the most haunted house in the village. This is the kind of chiller that takes its time, relies on tried-and-true techniques, and builds an atmosphere of fear and uncertainty. Lawyer Arthur Kipps (Daniel Radcliffe) must sort through the estate of a small town’s recently deceased crazy lady. When Arthur

starts seeing a woman in black and hearing voices, the villagers have nothing to say to him. This is Radcliffe’s first leading role without a magic wand, and he does well enough to prove that he can stay alive post-Potter. He pulls it off as the grief and anxiety-stricken man trapped in a 1960s-style scary movie. “This Means War” (PG-13) -- Chris Pine and Tom Hardy play two CIA agents who are super-cool, deadly, handsome and super best bros for life. When they both fall for Reese Witherspoon, they decide to put their invaluable skills to work sabotaging each other’s dates. It’s a silly plot pushed to its most-Hollywood extent -- lowbrow humor and action sequences in a romantic comedy that’s light on the romance. If you can’t handle the cheese-factor in the film, it can cause physical discomfort with its lack of chemistry and low-hanging

quips. However, if you have an itch to see a movie that moves along at a good pace and features secret agents shooting each other in the groin with air rifles, “This Means War” could save the evening. “Red Tails” (PG-13) -- The Tuskegee Airmen have a proud place in American history, and “Red Tails” tells the story like it was written for a B-movie. The Airmen became the first African-American pilots in U.S. armed forces during World War II, and one of the most decorated units of the war. Somehow, this comes across as boring and generic in “Red Tails,” a movie so loaded with corny speeches that you would think it was running for student body president. “The Secret World of Arrietty” (G) -This Japanese animated feature is the kind of family entertainment you wish you could have known as a rugrat. Arrietty is

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a 14-year-old girl, and one of a secret race of tiny people who live in the cracks and recesses of the human world. Arrietty gets discovered by Shawn, a normal-size human boy, and a secret friendship forms. The animation is top-notch. The characters, colors, action scenes -- all of it just looks amazing. The film is a beautiful, gentle story with enough splendor and juice to keep you pulled in.

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LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Personal relationships improve. Professional prospects also brighten. A job offer could come through by month’s end. An old friend seeks to make contact.

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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) A stubborn refusal to go ahead on a project mystifies colleagues who expected more flexibility. But once you explain your position, they’ll understand and even applaud you.

SPORTS QUIZ ANSWERS 1. Kansas City’s Steve Busby and Texas’ Jim Bibby. 2. Glavine did it five times; each of the others did it three times. 3. Wilkinson needed 111 games to do it; Meyer did it in 118 games. 4. Randy Smith, with 12,735 points. 5. It was 1969. 6. Nigel Mansell won 14 poles in 1992. 7. False. She was in every final from 1982-89, winning six of them.

FLASH BACK ANSWERS 1. The Crests. The group also scored a major hit with “16 Candles” in 1958. The song was covered by Stray Cats for the 1984 movie of the same name. 2. “Let It Be,” released in 1970. 3. The Velvet Underground, on their “White Light/ White Heat” album in 1968. Lou Reed, the song’s writer, was still with the group at that point. The song was used in the 2009 movie “Adventureland.” 4. In 1962 at the Marquee Club in London. Their first record, “Come On,” came out in June 1963. 5. Stevie Wonder. The songs went to No. 1 on both the Hot 100 and R&B charts. 6. Michael Jackson, in 1986, on the “Bad” album.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A relationship seems to be stuck in the same place. Now it’s up to you, dear Bovine, to decide how far you want it to go and how intense you want it to be. Choose well and choose soon. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A relationship progresses more slowly than you would prefer. Best advice: Insist on a frank and open discussion. What is learned could change minds and, maybe, hearts. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) It’s all right to be grateful to a workplace colleague who has done you a good turn. But gratitude shouldn’t be a life-long obligation. The time to break this cycle is now. LEO (July 23 to August 22) It’s going to be especially nice to be the King of the Zodiac at this time. A recent money squeeze eases. Plans start to work out, and new friends enter Your Majesty’s domain. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Before you make a commitment on any level (personal, professional, legal), get all the facts. There might be hidden problems that could cause trouble later on.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Your senses detect that something is not quite right about a matter involving a workplace colleague. Best advice: Follow your keen instincts and don’t get involved. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) A prospect offers rewards, but it also demands that you assume a great deal of responsibility. Knowing you, you’re up to the challenge, so go for it, and good luck. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A favor you did a long time ago is repaid, as a trusted colleague steps in to help you with a suddenly expanded workload. A family member has important news. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) A new job offer could require moving across the country. But before you let your doubts determine your decision, learn more about the potentials involved. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Your sense of fair play doesn’t allow you to rush to judgment about a friend who might have betrayed you. Good! Because all the facts are not yet in. BORN THIS WEEK: You have a romantic nature that allows you to find the best in people. You would excel at poetry and drama.

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Tri-Lakes HAP-py Feet Foot Care Clinic Tri-Lakes Senior Center Second Wednesday of each Month Medical foot care clinic, on the second Wednesday of each month at the Tri-Lakes Senior Center, located at the LewisPalmer High School campus, across the street from the YMCA. Appointments are for 30 minutes and cost $25; limited financial assistance for qualifying applicants is available from Tri-Lakes Health Advocacy Partnership. To schedule an appointment, call Bob or Debbie at the Visiting Nurse Association on Tuesday through Thursday between 9 and 4, at 719 5774448. 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. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Beacon Lite Group Tri-Lakes Chapel 1750 Deer Creek

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