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hat comes to mind when you hear the word “circus?” Maybe you think of elephants and peanuts. Or maybe you picture acrobats flying through the air on trapezes. Or perhaps the word brings to mind the kind of creepy Pennywise-like clown only that Stephen King could create. Whatever images the word conjures up for you, be it fun, fear or even a frenzy (as in media circus…get it?) the circus has found its way into each and every one of our lives. But naturally, Snippetz had to wonder: what created the circuses of today? How did they evolve, what did they look like and perhaps, what will they become? Read on circus-lovers and you’ll find out!

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the Circus Neronis, and the Circus of Maxentius. After the fall of Rome, circus buildings such as these were no longer used to hold performances. The performers, animals, trainers and other such circus folk began trekking from town to town, holding performances across Europe in smaller venues like fairs.

NOT YOUR GRANDMOTHER’S CIRCUS It probably doesn’t come as a surprise that the first circuses originated in Greece and Rome. In fact, an early Christian writer from Carthage named Tertullian wrote that the first circus was held by the Greek goddess Circe to honor her father Helios, the Sun god. Absent were the big tents and mobile structures. Instead, permanent buildings were erected.

LORD OF THE RING? British equestrian Philip Astley was the first to bring trick horse-riding to the circus ring and his first performance is said to have been held on Jan. 9, 1768. Thanks to the popularity of equestrian acts such as his, the diameter of the actual ring inside which the horses performed was set at 42 feet, the smallest the ring could be for a horse to still comfortably gallop inside it.

The word circus in those ancient times referred more to the building in which the event was held, rather than the event itself. The circus building was the stage for horse exhibitions, chariot races, staged battles, trained animals, acrobats and jugglers, among other things. In Rome, the circus building was structured in tiers of seats that encircled all but one side of the course in which the performances were held. The open end allowed for performers, animals and the like to enter and exit.

Astley eventually added tight-rope walkers, jugglers, acrobats, performing dogs and even a (yikes!) clown to help entertain attendees in between his demonstrations, thus creating the first modern circus. However, he didn’t create the title “circus.” That is said to have been coined by his rival Charles Hughes’ business partner, Charles Dibdin when the pair opened the Royal Circus on Nov. 4, 1782 in London.

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Rome’s first circus, the Circus Maximus, was constructed during the first monarchy in the valley between the Palatine and Aventine hills. Built entirely of wood, the circus had to be reconstructed several times before the final stone version was built. This circus could hold up to 250,000 people.

COMING TO AMERICA John Bill Ricketts, an Englishman who was originally part of the Royal Circus in London, broke away and headed to the United States in 1792, bringing with him the circus. His first circus (and America’s first, too) was opened in Philadelphia on Apr. 3, 1793. It’s said that later that same year, George Washington attended one of Ricketts’ circus performances.

From the late 18th century into the early part of the 19th century, circuses were enhanced, upgraded and improved. It was truly revolutionized by P.T. Barnum and William Cameron Coup with the development of P.T. Barnum’s Museum, Menagerie & Circus. This show was a portable array of animal and human “oddities,” advertising such exhibitions as freak shows. America could officially boast that the freak show was all their idea. Coup also introduced the use of circus trains as a means of transportation for the performers. Thanks to this practice, circuses had the space to drag with them several rings to use in the performance space.

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The Circus... Continued from Page 2 were used more for display rather than performance, clearly that practice has morphed into full-on trained animal acts.

In 1833, Isaac A. Van Amburgh was the first American performer to enter a cage with live wild animals. He is widely considered the first wild animal trainer in American circus history.

ON THE ROAD AGAIN Travelling circuses were truly the way of the world by the 1840s, especially in Britain. Circus groups erected temporary circus tents for the performances and broke them back down for easy portability when they needed to move on.

After Barnum died on Apr. 7, 1891, his circus partnered with the James Anthony Bailey’s circus and was known as The Barnum & Bailey Greatest Show on Earth. It toured from 1897 to 1902 throughout Europe and paved the way for other circus owners to adopt its portable tent and circus train travelling practices.

The constitution of the performances also changed around this same time. They generally included the same elements: circus acts, an animal exhibit and a freak show in some combination to keep the audience entertained. Ever-increasing acts of daring and feats of strength were incorporated along with the standard elements, requiring a higher number of performers. Naturally, all this came at a cost since everyone and everything had to be transported from venue to venue.

CIRCUSES OF TODAY While some circuses still use the big tents and circus trains to travel from city to city, others have opted to forgo the tents and use existing venues to hold their performances. They often still use animals, however another form of circus has emerged that largely eliminates the use of animals and instead focuses on human feats of aerial acrobatics, contortionists and strength. The most popular production is that of the Cirque Du Soleil (meaning “circus of the sun”), which travels around the world performing in large venues, all without the use of animals.

The Cirque Du Soleil concept was first pitched to the general public in 1984.

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The Russian Bar is a flexible vaulting bar situated on the shoulders of the porters who stand at either end of the bar and help fling the flyer into the air. The porters must be able not only to support and fling the flyer, but they must be able to reposition themselves in order to ensure the flyer lands back on the bar rather than on the ground.

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One performer stands on the end and one or sometimes two performers leap onto the other end, sending the lone performer flying into the air. The acrobatics often don’t end when the performer lands because often he or she will land on a human ladder of other performers or a stack of chairs. The possibilities are endless!

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• Barnum found an elderly blind and almost completely paralyzed African American woman in 1834 who he showed as an exhibit, claiming she was 160 years old and the former nurse of George Washington.

When she died, it was proven that she was no older than 80.

• The United States Animal Welfare Act has set minimum standards for animal care in circuses and every major circus in the country has been cited for violating those standards.

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I found the same card on a marketing site on the Internet. Marketing companies sell the cards as a directmail piece, part of a lead-generation program for salespeople. Somehow they got my name and address, and hoped I’d fill out even more information on the card (date of birth, home phone number and email address) and mail it back to them.

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I found a similar website, one that deals with promotional mailers, with this banner streaming across the top: “Social Security Leads are HOT ... mailers pulling 5 percentplus.” That means that one in every 20 people who receive the mailing piece will respond.

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veryone was afraid on the morning of September 11, 2001. We watched our televisions in horror as the Twin Towers fell and the Pentagon burned. We couldn’t believe how little was left of the plane and the people that went down in a Pennsylvania field.

Things changed that morning. Strangers in hotel lobbies in countries around the world suddenly turned to speak to each other. Office workers taking elevators to their high-rise offices in New York City and cities everywhere did not on this day just stare at the

open our lives to each other. Several years ago on a flight to Atlanta my seat-mate, a complete stranger, talked non-stop for two hours. Finally, near the end of the flight, she revealed what caused her constant conversation: she was going to the funeral of her sister and had been out of touch with her family for many years. She was afraid, so she willingly told me things she had ever told few people on earth. Why? It helped her process her conflicting emotions. It calmed her nerves.

numbers above the elevator doors; they wondered aloud and to each other what was going on and what it all meant.

My usually fearless 32 year-old son called from his apartment in Denver and asked, “What’s happening to the world, Dad?” We talked for several minutes exchanging ideas about who did it, how it happened, and what else would come to pass as a result of the terrible events of the morning. We resolved little, but we did bring a meaA little closer to home, we establish sure of calm to each other’s fears. relationships with our neighbors beThe fears caused by the terror of Sep- cause we want them to watch our tember 11 opened doors of commu- house, to know our kids, to feed our nication between people who seldom cat when we’re gone, and generally spoke or even noticed each other. You understand our comings and goings. remember, don’t you, how easy it was We might even exchange house keys, to ask a perfect stranger, “So, what do and inform each other of our weekly you think of what happened today?” schedules. It makes us feel safer if we Everyone responded. Everyone had an know that they know something about us and we know something about opinion. Everyone was afraid. them.

Less startling fears also cause us to Psychologists tell us that talking helps understand our fears. Once we understand what we fear, we fear less. So in a time of crisis it is easier to turn to a loved one or even a stranger for a calming word, an insight into the con-

But isn’t it interesting that information alone does not allay our fears.

We need a trustworthy someone with whom we can talk things through before our fears begin to subside. To know facts is one thing, to make clear their meaning with our own private reality takes some talking.

All fears, no matter how big or small, become conquerable when we share them with others. They help us see things in a new light and are there to gently calm us as they listen.

And so we talk, and blessed we are when we find someone to listen.

(Fear is not a bad thing. It exists for our protection as an early warning signal. There is, however, a big difference between the healthy fear that tells us to step back from the edge of a cliff and a constant fear that keeps us from living and loving life.)

©2013 Dr. Ron Ross Comments to Dr.Ross@RonRossToday.com To read all the articles in this series visit: www.RonRossToday.com

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Who needs Cancun when you live in Colorado?

Five Spring Break Destinations in Colorado PART 2 of 2

GO FOR THE GOLD

Series 6, Article 6

If you're dreaming of beautiful beaches, turquoise water and a golden tan for spring break… snap out of it, fast!!! There's plenty to do here in Colorado, and it's all out your front door.

timer class: $69; drop-in session (after completing one hit wonder): $29; one hit wonder + drop-in session: $90.75; lift ticket at Copper Mountain: $92 www.woodwardatcopper.com

Copper, CO -- Copper Mountain is a no-nonsense guaranteed good place to make some nice turns. While it's far less of a ski town compared to nearby places like Breckenridge or Vail, Copper gets down to business and offers the most terrain in Summit County. It's also conveniently close to a number of other attractions like The Outlets at Silverthorne and Lake Dillon. For those who dream of learning gravity-defying tricks on skis & boards, Woodward at Copper's got a treat for you: a (mostly) pain-free way to take your skiing and riding to the next level. Pros and amateurs alike come here to master rotations on trampolines and test out spins and flips on skis and boards…landing carefree in a seven foot deep foam pit! Damage: One hit wonder first

Steamboat Springs, CO -Steamboat Springs is a fun getaway for spring break, with a spectacular mountain and great snow. Known for its tree skiing and champagne powder, people love The Boat. And, there's plenty to do between Old Town and Steamboat Village. Tucked away deep in the forest, you'll find Strawberry Park Hot Springs-a true winter hotspot! While it can be an adventure to get here (think steep and windy snowpacked roads), it's a worthwhile excursion. Stone walls divide this sandy-bottomed pool into several areas, so you can soak in steamy mineral water surrounded by snowy aspens and pine trees.

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By Nick Yanez

T

reasure hunting has become something of legend.

Entertainment and media have taken advantage of the mythology and intrigue buried treasure provides with things like the Pirates of Caribbean franchise pulling in hundreds of millions of dollars. It’s such a foreign concept to people in this age of the internet and social media; our goldmines consist of electronic documents and plastic credit cards these days. For those who believe that technology has progressed too far; for those who miss the good old days, I bear good news. A man named Forrest Fenn is fed up with our coach-potatolike tendencies. He’s using the ancient art of treasure hunting to change our ways.

The 82-year old millionaire extraordinaire has made a unique offer to mankind. Get outside. Hike, fish, run, dig, and seek. If you do it wisely, you will have the opportunity to make a fortune.

In an attempt to fix our lazy ways; Mr. Fenn has buried a treasure that he guarantees is worth more than 1 million dollars. His object is to get parents to take their kids outside and be more active. Along the way, Forrest Fenn has provided a couple of clues.

A poem he wrote provides guidelines and landmarks to look for. Here’s an excerpt: Begin it where warm waters halt And take it in the canyon down, Not far, but too far to walk.

Put in below the home of Brown.

From there it’s no place for the meek, The end is ever drawing nigh; There’ll be no paddle up your creek, Just heavy loads and water high.

The poem goes on to give instructions on unbury the actual treasure. In interviews, Fenn has claimed that anyone, even a child, would be strong enough to claim the chest that consists of gold and jewels. The most exciting news for us Colorado-native people, however, is that the stash could be right in our back yard. The architect of the hunt, Mr. Fenn himself, lives in New Mexico. He has told the public that the treasure is North of Sante Fe, NM and above 5,000 feet in elevation! Analysts presume the treasure is somewhere (if not in) the state of New Mexico.

Southern Colorado is surely on the list of potential burial spots though.

Our tale ends with a bittersweet note.

Mr. Fenn is currently in remission.

Cancer has taken a hold of his body.

Because of this however, Forrest is more eager than ever to reveal the location of his chest. He will reveal new clues about the treasure once a month from this point forward. He promises that the gold has yet to be found, also claiming that people have stepped within 500-feet of the much sought-after prize. This gives hope to those who anticipate too difficult of a path ahead.

So this week’s message is simple. Get out of bed. Stand up off of that couch.

Turn off the television. Tell your kids to stop “gaming” for a moment.

Seeing the great outdoors and what Mother Nature provides us with daily is spectacular enough on its own. Now there’s the chance to be a millionaire.

Your entire life could change just by going on an adventure.

Heck, even if you don’t find the treasure and you continue to live the financial life you were given, you’ll start to feel better. You might even find something more important than the treasure; you may find yourself healthy, fit, and happy.

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True yams (from tropical and subtropical regions of the world) contain more starch and less sugar than sweet potatoes -- and they must be cooked before eating. African slaves in the South called the sweet potato “nyami” because it reminded them of the starchy, edible tuber of that name that grew in their homeland. The Senegalese word “nyami” was eventually shortened to

When the orangefleshed, Puerto Rican variety of sweet potatoes was adopted

by Louisiana producers and shippers, they called them “yams” to distinguish them from the white-fleshed sweet potatoes grown in other parts of the country.

The yam reference became the trademark for Louisiana-grown sweet potato, and refers to sweet potatoes that are grown in Louisiana.

There is a difference between sweet potatoes grown in northern states and those grown in Louisiana. Sweet potatoes produced in the northern states are mostly “firm” and tend to be drier and more mealy with yellow flesh. Folks in Louisiana enjoy the second type, “soft,” which is higher in natural sugar.

Louisiana sweet potatoes are moister, and have a bright-orange flesh color.

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This recipe for Vietnamese Sweet Potato and Pork Soup showcases the flavors of the sweet potato in a spicy, coconutmilk broth.

fresh yams is 12 months. Canned yams also are available year-round.

VIETNAMESE SWEET POTATO AND PORK SOUP

Here’s some great information about the health benefits of sweet potatoes, and how to select, store and prepare them:

1 tablespoon canola oil 1 pound ground pork 1 small onion, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup) 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, divided 1 (3-inch) piece lemongrass or zest of 1 lemon 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 jalapeno pepper, chopped 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 2 cups) 1 quart chicken stock 1 (13.5-ounce) can light coconut milk 1 tablespoon soy sauce Chopped fresh cilantro, basil or jalapeno pepper slices for garnish

• Orange, leafy green and red fruits and veggies, such as sweet potatoes, are full of beta-carotene/vitamin A, which regulates cell production and turnover for a smooth skin surface.

• The CSPI ranked the sweet potato at 184 in nutritional value, more than 100 points ahead of a baked Idaho potato, spinach or broccoli.

• Sweet potatoes provide twice the recommended daily allowance of vitamin A and more than one-third of the daily requirements of vitamin C. • Sweet potatoes are an important source of beta-carotene, vitamin B-6, iron, potassium and fiber. Sweet potatoes that are a pretty, bright-orange color are richest in beta-carotene.

• Studies have consistently shown that a high intake of beta-carotene-rich vegetables and fruits, like sweet potatoes, can significantly reduce the risks for certain types of cancer.

• Sweet potatoes contain virtually no fat or sodium.

• When selecting fresh sweet potatoes, choose those that are smooth, plump, dry and clean.

• Sweet potatoes should not be refrigerated unless cooked. Store at 55 degrees to 65 degrees F. • Always use a stainless-steel knife when cutting a sweet potato. Using a carbon blade will cause them to darken.

• One cup of canned sweet potatoes equals one medium-size, cooked fresh sweet potato.

• When using canned yams, add them at the end of the recipe because they are already pre-cooked.

1. In a large stockpot, heat oil over medium heat. Add pork, onion, 2 tablespoons basil, lemongrass or lemon zest, garlic, jalapeno, ginger, cumin, cardamom, salt, pepper and nutmeg.

Cook until pork is browned and onion is soft, about 10 minutes.

2. Add sweet potatoes, chicken stock and coconut milk. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook until sweet potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Uncover, remove lemongrass (if used) and stir in soy sauce. Garnish with remaining cilantro, basil and jalapeno, if desired.

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1. TELEVISION: What was the name of the estate in the gothic soap opera “Dark Shadows”?

2. ANIMAL KINGDOM: How many eyes does a bee have?

3. ENTERTAINMENT: Which actress was married to Mickey Rooney, Artie Shaw and Frank Sinatra?

4. INVENTIONS: When was the first coinoperated pinball machine invented?

5. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Who was the first president to be born an American citizen?

6. QUOTATIONS: Who said, “It’s not that I’m afraid to die. I just don’t want to be there when it happens.”

7. U.S. STATES: What does the name of Hawaii’s capital, Honolulu, mean?

8. LITERATURE: Which one of Shakespeare’s plays contains the line, “The course of true love never did run smooth.”

9. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What was the name of cowboy actor Roy Rogers’ dog?

10. FOOD & DRINK: What is a gherkin?

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1. Who holds the pitching record for most consecutive batters struck out?

2. Name the last major-league team before the 2011 Philadelphia Phillies to win more than 100 games in the regular season and not reach the World Series.

3. When was the last time before 2010-12 that Notre Dame won at least eight games for at least three consecutive seasons in football?

4. Who was the last NBA rookie before Detroit’s Brandon Knight in 2012 to have at least 20 points and 10 assists with no turnovers in a game?

5. How many times has Pittsburgh’s Evgeni Malkin been the runner-up for the Hart Memorial Trophy (NHL MVP)?

6. Who was the last NASCAR Cup season champion to drive a Dodge before Brad Keselowski in 2012?

7. Who was the last teen to win a singles title in a Grand Slam women’s tennis event?

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1. What was the original name of the pop band that eventually became Fallen Angels and then morphed into heavy metal Starz?

2. Name the group that wrote and released “10538 Overture.”

3. Which group produced “Back in Black”?

4. What is “Cat’s in the Cradle” about? Who sang it?

5. Name the song that contained this lyric: “I want you to tell me why you walked out on me, I’m so lonesome every day.” (c) 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.

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By Sam Struckhoff

New DVD Releases for Week of March 11, 2013 PICKS OF THE WEEK “Life of Pi” (PG) -- This story of survival and spirituality is a breathtaking adaptation of a novel that many thought to be unfilmable. Pi is a thoughtful young man who works at his family’s zoo in India. While transporting the animals to a new location in Canada, the freighter carrying Pi and the animals is swallowed by the Pacific Ocean.

Pi barely survives the wreck, but he’s not alone -- he has to share his lifeboat with a

hungry adult tiger.

Director Ang Lee uses computer animation to make the story visually stunning without losing the liveliness of the animals. The tiger looks amazing, and there’s never a dull scene during Pi’s long journey on the open ocean. Keeping the story afloat is a deepbut-digestible discussion of spirituality and the will of nature.

“Rise of the Guardians” (PG) -- This animated adventure assembles a super-team of fairy tales to defend the world’s children from a dream-infecting boogeyman. The Easter Bunny (voiced by Hugh Jackman), North (read: Santa Claus, Alec Baldwin with a Russian accent), the Tooth Fairy (Isla Fisher), Jack Frost (Chris Pine) and the Sandman (he doesn’t talk) use their superpowers to fight, fly and crack visual gags for about 90 minutes.

It’s not the most compelling story ever. The visuals and pacing are so cluttered that any sense of wonder or imagination is immedi-

ately blindsided by the next joke or action sequence. However, it’s still a fun adventure that earns children’s attention through sheer excitement.

“Hitchcock” (R) -- At the height of his fame, director Alfred Hitchcock (portrayed here by Anthony Hopkins) went all-in on a controversial project, the now-legendary “Psycho.” This witty biopic (kinda) peeks in on the conflict and creativity that went into Hitchcock’s masterpiece. The director backed production with his own fortune because studios found it too risky and risque.

Hitchcock himself bought up every copy of the book “Psycho” so that no one could spoil the end of his soon-to-be masterpiece.

Movie buffs will be delighted by the injokes and jabs at old Hollywood. Folks not so well-acquainted with Hitchcock get an entertaining peek into a cinema legend.

“Smashed” (R) -- Kate (Mary Elizabeth Winstead) is a sublimely pretty public-

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the decade of the 1960s, they had more top 10 hits and more No. 1 records than any other recording artist.

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by Samantha Weaver • It was screenwriter, playwright, novelist, director and producer Ben Hecht who made the following sage observation: “Trying to determine what is going on in the world by reading newspapers is like trying to tell the time by watching the second hand of a clock.”

• Those who study such things say that the Earth spins faster on its axis in September than it does in March.

• When the TV show “Bewitched” first started filming, the star, Elizabeth Montgomery, was just a month away from giving birth to her first child, so the first five episodes were shot almost in their entirety without her. It wasn’t until the baby was a few weeks old that she was able to go on the set to film her scenes.

• If you’re a fan of the Beatles, you probably won’t be surprised to learn that during

Answers & Solutions

TRIVIA TEST ANSWERS 1. Collinwood 2. Five -- two compound eyes and three simple eyes 3. Ava Gardner 4. 1931 5. Martin Van Buren 6. Woody Allen 7. Sheltered bay 8. “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” 9. Bullet 10. A type of pickled cucumber

SPORTS QUIZ ANSWERS 1. The New York Mets’ Tom Seaver struck out 10 San Diego batters in a row in 1970.

2. The 2004 New York Yankees won 101 games.

3. It was 1987-93.

4. Houston’s Steve Francis, in 1999.

5. Twice (2008, 2009) before he won it after the 201112 season.

6. Richard Petty, in 1974-75.

7. Maria Sharapova won the U.S. Open in 2006 at the age of 19.

FLASH BACK ANSWERS 1. Looking Glass, which had a hit in 1972 with “Brandy (You’re a Fine Girl).”

2. Electric Light Orchestra, aka ELO, in 1972. The song was overdubbed with multiple riffs done with a Chinese cello.

3. AC/DC, in 1980. The song has been widely sampled, generally not with permission. (Sampling is taking a portion of a song and using it in another song.)

4. Harry Chapin’s 1974 song was a wakeup call to parents with its theme of fathers who don’t spend enough time with their sons.

5. “Walk Right Back,” by the Everly Brothers in 1961.

The song was intended to have another verse, but they recorded it before the next verse was written.

Cover artists who later used the extra verse didn’t have as much success with the song.

• Before the June 1944 invasion of Normandy, a crossword puzzle that was printed in the London Daily Telegraph contained the words “mulberry,” “Neptune,” “Omaha,” “overlord” and “Utah.” That may not seem to be a fact of much interest, but it turns out that those were all secret code words used by the Allied military in planning the upcoming offensive. The puzzle’s author, a schoolteacher, was tracked down and interrogated, but the puzzle’s content was ultimately chalked up to coincidence.

• The country’s first pay phone was installed in a bank in Hartford, Conn., in 1889. It cost 5 cents to place a call, the equivalent of $1.25 today. *** Thought for the Day: “Whoever is careless with the truth in small matters cannot be trusted with important matters.”

-- Albert Einstein

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LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) A family situation takes an unwelcome turn. While others might be looking around for answers, you’ll soon sort it all out logically, and the matter will be resolved.

MARCH 11, 2013

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You could have some problems with doubters who don’t share your enthusiasm for that new project you’re supporting. But use the facts to win them over to your side.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Someone is impressed by how you managed to get your case to the right people, despite attempts to keep you on the outside looking in. Expect to hear more about this.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Good for you -- your gift for seeing both sides of a dispute helps cool down a potentially explosive workplace situation. Some family-related tensions also begin to ease.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Your determination to prove yourself is put to the test by midweek. Counting all the positive factors you have going for you will help you get over your self-doubt. Good luck.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Several coworkers are still determined to resist coming over to your side. But don’t let that stop you from presenting your proposal to the people who count. Stay the course.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) You might prefer to be taken on faith and not have to prove yourself. But the truth is, you need to offer more facts if you hope to persuade people to accept what you say.

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SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Someone might try to create doubt about your reliability for his or her own agenda. But your reputation and your colleagues’ longstanding faith in you saves the day.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) An unexpected change of plans forces you to come up with an alternative by the end of the week. Look for colleagues to offer valuable suggestions.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Nothing upsets the Goat as much as broken promises. But before you vent your anger, consider that this could ultimately prove to be a blessing in disguise.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) An old workplace problem you thought you had solved for good resurfaces. But this time, coworkers will take a more active role in helping you deal with it.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Be careful not to be misled by a negative reaction to one of your more important projects. If you believe in it, then it has worth and is, therefore, worth staying with.

BORN THIS WEEK: Everyone appreciates your gift for finding beauty, even where it seems least likely to exist.

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Look for errors about whether your bills have been paid on time, if you’ve paid more than the minimum payment, and your percentage of credit availability used. All of these affect your credit score.

The Federal Trade Commission recently completed the fifth segment of its ongoing study about the accuracy of consumer credit reporting by the Big Three: TransUnion, Equifax and Experian. Here are some of the things the FTC discovered: • Five percent of consumers had a serious-enough error to cause them to have to pay higher interest for loans and insurance.

• One in five had an error on at least one report.

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Nowadays, it’s important to check for someone else’s name on your report. This information often is at the very end under an “Also Known As” section. If your name is Thomas J. Smith and you’ve never opened a line of credit with “TJ Smith” or “Tom Smith” and you see an alternate name on your reports, beware that someone might have been using your credit or there might be a conflict between files.

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Explore the marvels of electricity through games, presentations (Tesla Coils!) and the actual operation of power plants (Lego steam engines and generators!). Learn about early inventors who experimented with electricity and then do your own experiments with batteries and circuits. You’ll get a charge out of it! Customary admission applies.

Discounts are available at www.wmmi.org. Admission rates: Adults $8, Military/AAA $7, Seniors/Students $6, Children 3-12 $4, FREE to Children under 3 and museum members. For further information, call (719) 488-0880. The Museum is located just east of I-25 at the North Gate Exit 156A EASTER BRUNCH - The MoZaic Restaurant 31 March - 8:30am - 2:30pm $35++ per adult *Includes one alcoholic beverage $17.50++ per child (3-12) Don’t miss out on the opportunity to enjoy an exquisite brunch on such a special occasion. Space is limited, therefore reservations are required! Call 719-481-1800 AUTHENTIC BREAKFAST: THE SONS OF NORWAY ANNUAL FROKOST Sunday April 14, 11 AM to 1:30 PM Viking Hall, 1045 Ford Street, CS A Norwegian cold-style breakfast, featuring various meats, cheeses, breads, lefse, seafood and side-dishes. will take place on Sunday, Cost is $17 for members, $19 for non-members and $8 for children 5-10 (no charge for little ones who need no seat). Reservations are requested by April 10. Please phone early to Karen at 719-390-0621.

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here’s an investment product out there called a Roth 401k- it’s been around for several years now, yet it remains quiet on most people’s retirement radar. And we think you should give it serious consideration as a hedge against future taxes. Why? A Roth 401k is a hybrid between a Roth IRA and a traditional 401k- it is a mixture of best practices by solving problems inherent in Roth IRAs and 401ks. All the taste, with less calories.

Roth IRAs grow tax free which is the main attraction. However, they have relatively low contributions limits ($5,500 for 2013)

401ks don’t grow tax free, but reduce your tax liability today. And they have much higher contributions limits ($17,500 for 2013) and don’t have income phaseouts per se.

A Roth 401k combines the desirable features into one product- grows tax free, higher contributions and no income phaseouts. The one downside is that Roth 401ks do not reduce your taxable income today as traditional 401ks do.

So why do you need one? The thought process behind traditional 401ks was that your income and subsequent tax rate would shrink during retirement, and to reduce your taxable income during your

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The Tri Lakes Women’s Club is proud to announce: the 37th Annual Pine Forest Antiques, Home Décor & Garden Show and Sale, of the Pikes Peak Region. Admission price is $6.00; proceeds benefit qualified non-profit and public service organizations and public schools in the Tri-Lakes Area. This year features: Returning Antique dealers, “The Bakery” and New Botanicals, A Cappella Concert Saturday, Antiques, Home Décor and Garden Exhibits, Delicious Bistro Dining, Glass repair, Plus much More. For additional information go to: www.TLWC.net.

MOTHERS DAY BRUNCH - The MoZaic Restaurant 12 May - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm A mother’s love is instinctual, unconditional, and forever!$35++ per adult. *Includes one alcoholic beverage$17.50++ per child (3-12)Space is limited therefore reservations are required!

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presumably high earning and therefore high tax rate years made sense. However, many people are continuing to work and have maintained their marginal tax rate into retirement. Therefore 401ks became less attractive as a tax reduction tool over a lifetime.

Roth 401ks on the other hand will grow tax free, so regardless of your tax rate the gains are not taxed. Future effective tax rate is something very few taxpayers concern themselves with, but it is important when it comes to your retirement investment strategy.

Our advice is to diversify your income streams much like you diversify a portfolio. To spread the retirement tax rate risk, perhaps you should invest in both 401ks and Roth 401ks. Speak to your financial advisor for more details.

The Watson CPA Group is a progressive tax consultation and preparation firm embracing internet technology to provide worldwide tax service from offices in northern Colorado Springs, Colorado USA. For more information visitwww.watsoncpagroup.com

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