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t can take two years from the time a host city solicits design proposals for Olympic Game medals to when the athletes are draped with these special awards. What goes into these beauties? Well, it’s a combination of solid silver, at least six grams of gold and a lot of tradition.

WHAT’S IN AN OLYMPIC MEDAL The International Olympic Commit (IOC) sets the technical requirements for the design of the Olympic medals; however, the host city has much leeway to design a medal that reflects their culture. As mandated by the IOC, each Olympic medal must be at least 70mm wide (about two inches) and 6mm thick. Gold and silver medals are to be made of at least 92.5% silver as well as a minimum of six grams of gold. Bronze medals conFor the Gold... Continued on Page 2

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SNIPPETZ GOES FOR THE GOLD! By Deborah Stumpf

FEATURE ARTICLES Now Here’s A Tip... 3 Senior News Line... 3 Don Flood... 6 Moments In Time... 8 Strange But True... 9

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Kim’s Korner

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Paws Corner SAINT Adoptions

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tain copper, tin and zinc, as well as a small amount of silver. The IOC does not dictate the medal shape.

Once the medal has been designed, I Will Provide Custom Shirley Clark a three-dimensional model is cre- Cleaning To Suit Your 265-8035 or 459-6159 ated in plaster. A scanner is then Personal Needs used to make a digital image which is transferred to a pantograph. The pantograph carves the design in a steel mold which is then hardened laurel branches with raised arms Chinese values of ethics and honor. and used as the press for the medal overlooking the city of Paris. The discs. reverse side was inscribed with IT PAYS TO BE an athlete standing on a podium The gold medals start off as a silver holding a laurel branch with the A GOOD SPORT disc before being coated with pure background of a stadium and the gold. The IOC requires that the Acropolis of Athens. The Pierre de Coubertin medal gold coating is 75 microns thick, (True Spirit of Sportsmanship thicker than a typical coating of 50 In 1904 at the St. Louis games, the Medal) can also be awarded by microns. first place winners received a solid the IOC for athletes who demongold medal; second place received strate the true spirit of sportsmanA ribbon is attached and the medal silver and third won copper. ship at Olympic events. Pierre de is placed in a specially designed Coubertin is the founder of the box, which is also a symbol of the In 1928 in Amsterdam, the obverse IOC. Bestowing this award began Olympic Games designed by the design was finalized as the standard in 1964, but two Olympians were host city. with a figure of a goddess of vic- awarded posthumously – German tory holding a winner’s crown in Lutz Long for the 1936 Summer her right hand and a palm in her left Olympics and Czech Emil Zatopek CHANGES IN hand. for the 1952 Summer Olympics. An MEDAL DESIGN American, Spencer Eccles, won this It was the 1972 Games in Munich prestigious medal for the 2002 WinDuring the ancient Olympics, the that saw the traditional Olympic ter Olympics in Salt Lake City. first place winner was awarded champion carried by the crowd an olive wreath worn on his head. designed on the reverse side and When the Games were revived used until the change in 1928. The INTERESTING FACTS in 1896, the winners in Athens new design featured the two naked received a silver medal, an olive youths, Castor and Pollux, the twin • As gold was considered inferior branch and a diploma. Second place sons of Zeus. to silver in the late 1800’s and early winners received a copper medal, a laurel branch and a diploma. Both On its return to Athens in 2004, the 1900’s, the Olympic medals for sides of the medal included a de- obverse design changed from the the revived games of 1896 and the sign. The obverse (front) side of goddess Nike in a seated position to 1900 Games were made of silver. It wasn’t until the 1904 Games in St. flying into the Panathenic stadium, Louis that gold medals became the the location of the 1896 revived first place prize. Solid gold medals games. were short-lived, however, as the Games of 1912 in Stockholm were IT’S NOT JUST the last to award them.

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The organizing committee of the Beijing Games (BOCOG) received 265 design entries from their global search and selected a design that embodies the Chinese values and culture. Each medal is 6mm thick and 70mm in diameter. The obverse side of the medal features the standard design dictated by the IOC that features the winged goddess of victory Nike and the Panathinaikos Arena. It is the reverse side that highlights the “bi,” which is an ancient jade piece in the form of a disc with a hole in the center. It is inscribed with a double dragon pattern. The center of the jade disc is the metal inscribed with the Beijing Games emblem. For the Chinese people, gold and jade symbolize virtue and nobility and espouse the

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the medal was inscribed with Zeus’ face. His hand held a globe with the winged victory symbol. The caption read “Olympia” in Greek. The reverse (back) side design included Acropolis with a caption that read “International Olympic Games in Athens in 1896,” also written in Greek. At the 1900 Games in Paris, the medal was a rectangular shape for the first and only time. Thereafter, the medals returned to what has become the traditional spherical shape. This medal was inscribed with a winged goddess that held

• USA’s Edward Eagan competed in both summer and winter Olympics, winning medals for boxing in the summer games and bobsleigh in the winter games (1920-1932). • In the early 1900’s some countries were awarded “half medals” if the athletes were of mixed or unknown nationality. • In the 1932 Olympic Games, Babe Zaharias won a half gold/half silver medal for her high jump. The standard method for clearing the bar was feet first during that time; however, Zaharias used the controversial, at that time, “Western Roll” technique in clearing the bar with For The Gold... continued on page 3

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Mark Spitz for aquatics – 11 medals (1968-1972) Matthew Biondi for aquatics – 11 medals (1984-1992)

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• The Cannington mine owned by BHP Billiton provided the medals used for the 2008 Games. The silMOST WON USA ver came from a site in northwest Queensland and the gold and copWOMEN per came from mine cites in Chile. Jenny Thompson for aquatics – 11 medals (1992-2004) • The International Olympic Committee (IOC) does not publish lists YOUNGEST KNOWN of medals won by country, as it would be unfair to smaller counMEDAL WINNER IN tries. However, the media and other INDIVIDUAL EVENT organizations keep the tally. Nils Skoglund of Denmark, a 14• Beginning in 1948, fourth, fifth year-old male won a silver medal and sixth place athletes receive in 1920 for plain high diving. Inge certificates, or “victory diplomas.” Sorensen, a 12-year-old female won Beginning in 1976, medal winners the bronze for the 200m breastalso received the diplomas. And, stroke in 1936. In 1936, 13-year-old in 1984, seventh and eighth place Marjorie Gestring of the USA won competitors began receiving diplo- a gold medal for 3m springboard. mas in elimination type events. • There will be 867 medals produced by the Royal Canadian Mint for the Vancouver 2010 Winter Games. Teck Cominco will be the supplier of the gold, silver and bronze used. Design proposals were due by January 30, 2008.

• “Here’s a wonderful way to decorate a big, empty wall. I got a city map of my husband’s hometown and cut it into equal pieces. I framed each piece in large frames and reassembled them on the wall of his study. I get compliments all the time, and he uses the map as a prop when telling our sons stories of when he was growing up.” -S.S. in Colorado

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• Have you ever broken a light bulb while trying to remove it? Here’s an easy way to remove the end of the bulb without cutting yourself. Grab a regular white potato and cut it in half. Wipe any excess moisture and jam it into

In 1920, Oscar Swahn, a 72-yearold Swede, won in the team event of shooting, 100m running deer, double shots. Sybil Newall of Great Britain won a medal for archery in the 1908 games at the age of 53 years.

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AARP’s Policy and Research branch recently conducted a study to determine what percentage of Medicaid money the states are spending on long-term at-home care. Only those four states spent more than 50 percent of their longterm care money to keep people in their homes in comfortable surroundings. (Change that to 40 percent and you can add three more states: California, Minnesota and Texas.)

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The rest of the states are spending the bulk of their dollars on institutionalized care. Not only does it cost more, but surveys show that 87 percent of seniors age 50 and older want to be at home. By comparison, for those with developmental disabilities or mental retardation, the majority do receive

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It makes no sense: If it costs less to keep a senior at home, supported by home and community services, than it does to institutionalize, why don’t they spend fewer dollars to keep the senior in comfortable surroundings at home?

f you want to stay at home if you become ill or disabled, you might have to move to New Mexico, Oregon, Washington or Alaska. That is, if you want Medicaid to pay for your care.

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at-home care, with only 39 percent of the long-term-care spending on institutional care.

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• A fun end-of-the-summer tip: “My kids love to play outdoors in the water. We fill a small plastic pool and splash about, but we upped the fun a few weeks ago by accident. I had two empty, clean honey bear containers (plastic jars shaped like bears, with a pointy spout screw-on cap) in the recycling, and the kids found them, filled them with water, and squirted away. They are fairly easy for even the young one to unscrew and refill, so they had lots of fun squirting each other, the house, etc.” -- I.D. in Maine

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the broken glass of the remnants. Then twist. It really works!

Fact: For every person in a nursing home, three people can be supported with at-home care. Fact: Between 2001 and 2006, 27 states added more nursing-home money than at-home-care money. There are obstacles, certainly, anytime you’re dealing with government rules, especially when it comes to policy about how states are to balance and divide up their Medicaid dollars. But as the AARP report says, it takes a “creative problem-solving attitude that can find innovative ways to work within existing laws.” If those states can do it, so can the rest. Matilda Charles regrets that she cannot personally answer reader questions, but will incorporate them into her column whenever possible. Write to her in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send e-mail to columnreply@gmail.com. (c) 2008 King Features Synd., Inc.

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CHOOSING THE RIGHT WINDOW COVERINGS FOR YOUR KITCHEN AND BATHROOM

itchen window coverings should be a great focal point in the décor of your kitchen. The design of the treatments should blend into your cupboards, the flooring and the lighting. Choosing the right texture and colors, and having the right theme are crucial to the overall appeal of the kitchen.

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are trying to achieve. Just changing the window treatment can give you a unique design. How about a classic bathroom with soothing window treatment fabrics, and maybe some bright brass decorative drapery hardware. Indulge in the sleek fixtures with bright porcelain sinks and tubs that just gleam. Using a backdrop of muted floor and wall coverings, with perhaps a delicate framed mirror, and having the right shower curtain can greatly finish off your bathroom.

The window should allow as much natural light in as possible so that all the highlights of the natural wood can show its beauty and allow all the warmth of the surfaces out.

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Take note before deciding on your window treatments. Take a sample of fabric and hold it up against the light and judge how much privacy it may give you. An example, gauze fabric, although pretty, at night with the light on may be too sheer for comfort. Blinds or shades should overlap your window so that light is blocked from entering around the sides. Using thick fabrics or maybe layered window treatments can help cut down on drafts, which could be uncomfortable while you are soaking in the tub. You should avoid wood blinds or loosely woven fabrics for your window treatments. These styles react to excessive moisture. As an alternative, maybe looking at easy-care coverings such as verticals, mini-blinds, pleated shades, porcelain blinds, and even roller shades. To get more ideas read thru some window decorating magazines, they will have pictures and descriptions for more window treatment ideas.

CHOOSING THE RIGHT KITCHEN WINDOW COVERINGS Most commonly the kitchen window is situated near or around the sink. Which means the chances of splashes from the area is great. So consider the window treatment that is most practical. Any fabrics that you may use should be machine washable. If you choose blinds or shades, make sure they are washable with soap and water. As with real wood, having high moisture around that area can lead to cracking and warping of the blinds. Composite material has been designed to look like real wood and should be a consideration instead of the real wood. With the right research and information gathered you will be able to design your own custom coverings that suit your needs

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COUNTRY MUSIC LOSING ITS INTEGRITY

SMALL DOG, SMALL BLADDER

As for Miss Underwood’s Web site, the only positive thing I could glean was that she only specifically denied keying anyone’s car, meaning she might still have destroyed the leather seats, the headlights and the Q: Maybe you can help me. I got my tires. dog from Animal Control four years ago. “Terry” is a Schnauzer-Terrier mix and was quite hyper, but is starting to calm down. She can be kind of strange at times. Not only does she squat to urinate, she will lift her leg. I’ve never seen a female do that before. Also, as many times as she urinates outside, she ends up going inside during the night. Do you have any idea why she might do that? -- Loretta, via e-mail

This would constitute a respectable amount of damage and would make her a liar besides. I wanted to believe it was true.

here was a time when country singers took a little more But recently I heard another Underpride in themselves. wood song, “Last Name.”

If they sang about getting drunk, gambling away the rent money, cheating on their spouses, starting a brawl, getting tossed in jail, etc., you could be reasonably sure they spoke from experience, that they had, in fact, achieved these goals.

Like the earlier song, it told quite a tale, this one about how Miss Underwood had met a guy at a bar and one thing led to another, and she woke up the next morning in Vegas with a wedding ring on her finger.

A: I’m not sure why Terry both squats and lifts her leg to pee, but I have seen females do this before. So, let’s chalk it up to preference for now. The indoor, overnight urination and frequent urination during the daytime does concern me. You should take Terry to the veterinarian to rule out a urinary-tract infection or other physical problem such as kidney disease. Try to note any other out-of-the-or-

The title, “Last Name,” referred to the fact she didn’t even know his last name and hence her new married name. There’s a lot of “What have I done?” and “My momma would be so ashamed” in there, and Underwood seems to sing with the anguished sincerity of a country singer who’s screwed up her life again.

Last year Carrie Underwood released a song, “Before He Cheats,” that fit nicely into this tradition: “... And he don’t know ... “That I dug my key into the side of his pretty little souped-up fourwheel drive, “Carved my name into his leather seats ... “I took a Louisville slugger to both headlights, But I don’t believe it, and here’s “Slashed a hole in all four tires.” why. Wow! (And nice touch with the Louisville slugger.) Delivered with real venom, the song seemed to confirm Miss Underwood’s reputation as a country singer in good standing.

dinary actions for the vet: Does she drink a lot of water? Has she lost weight? Does her coat look dull or patchy? Does she appear distressed when urinating? If Terry’s health checks out, the next step is modifying her schedule and habits a bit. Small dogs have small bladders, so add a couple of extra trips outside daily -- just before you go to bed late at night, and the absolute first thing in the morning. To discourage peeing, she should sleep in an enclosed space -- a room or gatedoff area -- with her doggie bed, toys and water. Also reduce the amount of water in her bowl overnight -- about a cup should do. If the nighttime urination isn’t resolved, add a pee pad to the enclosed sleep area and train Terry to use it. But continue to adhere to her walk schedule. As Terry becomes accustomed to the schedule, she should become less prone to go at night. Send your tips, questions and comments to Paws Corner, c/o King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or e-mail them to pawscorner@hotmail.com. (c) 2008 King Features Synd., Inc.

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ello my name is House and I am a Pomerian. I am about 8 years old but I am not sure of that, I might be a little older. I was rescued from a Salida, Colorado puppy mill. I have lived my entire life in a cage.

According to the song, they leave the bar around 3 a.m.: “His Pinto, sitting there, in the parking lot, well, it should have been a warning.”

Yeah, right. I might have believed the rest of it, the drinking, the drivThen I saw some extremely disturb- ing to Vegas, the getting married ing news about Underwood making and not knowing her name, but a disclaimer. there’s no way Miss Carrie Underwood went off with a guy driving a Checking her Web site, I was Pinto. shocked to read the following: “I would like to say, however, that I It never happened, did it, Miss Undo not condone the destruction of derwood? For the sake of the integanyone’s property, and I have never, rity of country music, it’s time for at any time, keyed anyone’s car.” you to come clean. This was all made up? And stay away from my car. The only thing sadder -- and this is true -- was the story of the rap singer who had to arrange his own Write to Don Flood in care of shooting (he wasn’t seriously in- King Features Weekly Service, jured) in order to build his street P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL cred because rival rappers hadn’t 32853-6475, or send e-mails to cared enough to bother shooting dflood287@comcast.net. at him. The neglect was starting to (c) 2008 King Features Synd., Inc. weigh on his career.

When I arrived at SAINT Animal Rescue I had all my fur which was loaded with matts and everything else you can think of. They took me to a groomer and I heard them say it took over 3 hours to get all that nasty stuff off of me. Right now I am living with 2 other small dogs and my foster dad. I love to be able to be outside in a small fenced in yard but I don’t want to be out by myself because it still scares me, so I bark when I can’t see my friends. I don’t see that well anymore they say I have the start of cataract’s and I have no teeth but I do pretty good at doing my “business” outside! I am up to date on all my shots and I am neutered. So all I need right now is someone to love me. If you want me to come live at your house please call SAINT Animal Rescue located in Calhan at 541-3099..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. Please visit our website at saintanimalrescue.org and as always thank you for caring. “A dog is one of the few remaining reasons why some people can be persuaded to go for a walk.“ - O. A. Battista

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1. LANGUAGE: What is another name for a prestidigitator? 2. SCIENCE: What is studied in the science of speleology? 3. MOVIES: Who had the starring role in “Mr. Deeds Goes to Town”? 4. PRESIDENTS: Which president banned segregation in the armed forces? 5. FOOD: What is the main ingredient in sauerkraut? 6. HISTORY: Which Mexican revolutionary said, “It is better to die on your feet than live on your knees.” 7. COMICS: Who was editor of The Daily Planet in “Superman” comics? 8. GEOGRAPHY: What body of water lies between the island of Sardinia and mainland Italy? 9. PERSONALITIES: What is Yogi Berra’s real name? 10. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Which news anchor wrote the book “The Camera Never Blinks”? (c) 2008 King Features Synd., Inc.

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• On Aug. 22, 1749, a troupe of English actors performs “Cato,” by Joseph Addison, in a warehouse in Philadelphia. The locals considered acting to be immoral, and the city council ran the troupe out of town. The troupe fled to New York, a more theater-friendly town. • On Aug. 24, 1814, during the War of 1812, President James Madison is present at the Battle of Bladensburg and takes command of one of the few remaining American artillery batteries, thus becoming the only president to exercise his authority as commander in chief in actual battle. • On Aug. 19, 1909, the first automobile race is held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The track’s surface of crushed rock and tar proved dangerous and was soon replaced with 3.2 million paving bricks, laid in a bed of sand and fixed with mortar. Dubbed “The Brickyard,” the speedway reopened in December 1909. • On Aug. 20, 1921, author Jacqueline Susann is born.

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1. Entering 2008, name the pitchers who were tied for the most singleseason victories for the Colorado Rockies. 2. Who was the last player to have had a World Series home run as both an AL and an NL player? 3. Which NFL team has recorded the most seasons of 10 or more victories? 4. Name the school that UCLA beat for its first NCAA men’s basketball championship in 1964. 5. Who was the only Washington Capitals player to tally 60 or more goals in a season before Alexander Ovechkin notched 65 in 2007-08? 6. Brad Walker broke the U.S. record for the pole vault in 2008 when he cleared 19 feet, 9 3/4 inches. What was the former mark? 7. In 2008, golfer Inbee Park became the youngest winner of the U.S. Women’s Open at 19. Who had held the mark? (c) 2008 King Features Synd., Inc.

With her novels “Valley of the Dolls,” “The Love Machine” and “Once Is Not Enough,” Susann became the first novelist to have three bestsellers on the list at once. • On Aug. 18, 1941, Adolf Hitler orders that the systematic murder of the mentally ill and handicapped be brought to an end because of protests within Germany. But 50,000 people had already fallen victim to it. The practice would be revived in occupied Poland. • On Aug. 21, 1959, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signs a proclamation admitting Hawaii into the Union as the 50th state. The president also issued an order for an American flag featuring 50 stars. The new flag became official on July 4, 1960. • On Aug. 23, 1999, seven people in New York die from what turns out to be the first cases of West Nile virus in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that the virus, spread by mosquitoes, had been contracted by birds throughout the area. In subsequent years, the West Nile virus moved steadily westward across the United States. (c) 2008 King Features Synd., Inc.

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1. Magician 2. Caves 3. Gary Cooper 4. Harry Truman in 1948 5. Cabbage 6. Emiliano Zapata 7. Perry White 8. Tyrrhenian Sea 9. Lawrence Peter Berra 10. Dan Rather

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1. Pedro Astacio (1999), Jeff Francis (2007) and Kevin Ritz (1996), each with 17. 2. Kirk Gibson (1984 Tigers, 1988 Los Angeles Dodgers). 3. Dallas, with 25 seasons. 4. Duke. 5. Dennis Maruk had 60 goals in 198182. 6. It was 19 9 1/4 inches, by Jeff Hartwig in 2000. 7. Se Ri Pak was 20 when she won it in 1998.

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• Depending on your occupation, you may or may not be surprised by the following tidbit of information: According to a recent study, 33 percent of people who use BlackBerry wireless handheld devices show signs of addiction that are similar to those shown by alcoholics. • It was philosopher, poet and novelist George Santayana who made the following sage observation: “To knock a thing down, especially if it is cocked at an arrogant angle, is a deep delight of the blood.” • In the Central Asian country of Mongolia, there are 15 livestock animals for every human inhabitant. • If you’re intimidated by the ins and outs of the computer world, here’s a sobering thought: Moore’s Law states that computer technology tends to double in complexity every 18-24 months.

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The FBI decides that because of the supernatual nature of Father Joe’s “gift,” it would be best to bring Mulder in on the case to aid the investigating agents.

THE X-FILES: I WANT TO BELIEVE

’know, what with the zombie-slow pacing, everyone speaking their lines as if they were on Thorazine (or whispering), the new X-Files movie should’ve been titled, “The X-Files: Wake Me When It’s Over.” Man, what a profoundly boring, dull and unimaginative movie this was. You’d think that with six years to come up with a script, director Chris Carter would’ve chosen something more meaty and interesting. The film takes place six years after the TV series ended. Mulder and Scully (David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson) are living in the woods somewhere far from the prying eyes of the FBI. Scully has taken a job as a doctor at a Catholic hospital. Mulder has grown a beard with more charisma and screen presence

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Impatience with those who don’t keep up with you can cause resistance, which, in turn, can lead to more delays. Best to be helpful and supportive if you want results.

The FBI agents assigned to the case are Dakota Whitney (Amanda Peet) and Mosley Drummy, played by Alvin “Xzbit” Joiner, who at no point in the film offers to pimp anyone’s ride -- probably the biggest letdown of the film, except for the ending. And the middle. And the beginning.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A surprise announcement from a colleague could put you on the defensive. Gather your facts and respond. You’ll soon find the situation shifting in your favor. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Time spent away from a project pays off with a new awareness of options you hadn’t considered before. Weigh them carefully before deciding which to choose.

“The X-Files: I Want To Believe” doesn’t really go anywhere. If it had been an episode of the series, the reaction would be “Meh. Maybe next week’ll be better.” But with six years to work on a script and a big budget, we fans of the show deserve more than a mediocre, boring, throwaway extended episode.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Consider confronting that personal conflict while there’s still time to work things out. A delay can cause more problems. A longtime colleague might offer to mediate. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Some emerging matters could impede the Lion’s progress in completing an important project. Best advice: Deal with them now, before they can create costly delays.

Don’t watch it. Not in the theater or when it comes out on DVD, which could very well be next Tuesday, if the box-office numbers are any indication.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Your aspect continues to favor an expanding vista. This could be a good time to make a career move, and taking an out-of-town job could be a good way to do it.

• Giraffes are native to Africa, not North America, and the difference in climate can cause problems for these warmweather animals living in zoos in chillier climates. The Oakland Zoo, located just outside San Francisco, has come up with a novel idea to help combat the cold. Since (for obvious reasons) strapping a blanket on a giraffe would be rather ineffectual, it had a tailor create a custom-fitted winter coat for Tiki, one of the tallest residents. • The airline industry isn’t in great shape these days, due at least partly to the high cost of fuel. In an attempt to cut fuel costs, an airline in China is asking its passengers to use the restroom at the airport before boarding the plane. It seems that every flush at altitude uses enough fuel to run a car for 6 miles. *** Thought for the Day: “Computers are incredibly fast, accurate and stupid. Human beings are incredibly slow, inaccurate and brilliant. Together they are powerful beyond imagination.” -- Albert Einstein (c) 2008 King Features Synd., Inc.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Disruptive family disputes need to be settled so that everyone can move on. Avoid assuming this burden alone, though. Ask for -- no, demand -- help with this problem. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Patience is called for as you await word on an important workplace situation. A personal circumstance, however, could benefit by your taking immediate action. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Don’t lose confidence in yourself. Those doubters are likely to back off if you demand they show solid proof why they think your ideas won’t work. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A temporary setback might cause the usually sure-footed Goat some unsettling moments. But keep going. The path ahead gets easier as you move forward. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) There’s welcome news from the workplace. There also could be good news involving a relationship that has long held a special meaning for you. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You might still need to cut some lingering ties to a situation that no longer has the appeal it once held. In the meantime, you can start to explore other opportunities.

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ments is not the best way to learn an exercise. Talk with a fitness professional about the proper way to place your body, head, neck and arms. An alternative to the crunch is the dead-bug exercise: Lay on your back with both your arms and legs toward the ceiling and together bring one leg down toward the ground while your opposite arm also moves back toward the ground, then raise the arm and leg until they meet together back at the top. Start by bringing your arm and leg slowly down and only as far as your back can stay on the floor. After completing this exercise with one leg and one arm, switch sides. This exercise should alleviate any strain to your neck, since your head never leaves the floor. Another exercise is the plank, which is often done in classes such as yoga. Start by lying on your stomach with your elbows on the floor under your shoulders. Keeping your back straight, abdominals tightened and elbows on the ground, lift your body to your knees while trying to keep your back as straight as possible and your head aligned with your back. Once you are to your knees and feel you can maintain that position, extend both legs completely and support yourself by your toes and elbows. Your challenge is to keep your abdominals tightened, back straight and avoid placing too much pressure on your shoulders. Hold this position for 10 seconds at a time until you are able to hold it for extended periods, then carefully lower yourself back to the floor. This exercise should not strain your neck, and it can be a great new goal to see how long you can hold the plank position. These are just two of many great exercises that can be added to your abdominal exercise routine, and when executed correctly can make you stronger overall and pain-free.

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CRUNCHES ARE PAIN IN THE NECK Q: Most of my workout routine is great, but I have a big problem when it comes working my abdominals. Crunches on the floor hurt my neck, and I am only able to do 10 or so before my neck and head begin to give me pain. How can I work my abdominals without causing pain and injury to my neck? A: The abdominal region is by far the most popular area of the body for exercisers to want to see change. With hundreds of machines and exercises to work the abdominal area, I am confident you will find a routine that can give you the results you want without causing you pain. First things first. If you have an injury or medical condition that could be the source of your problem, talk with your physician. Back or neck fusions, previous head or neck injuries, and even certain medications that could cause problems should be ruled out first. Once clear, then you’ll know it’s safe to move on. With so many different types of exercises available, it is important to remember to start at the most basic level and move forward slowly. Remember that our abdominal and core region consists of more than the muscles that would show a six pack. They include our back, sides and entire trunk. Neck pain can be caused by improper technique, muscle weaknesses and trying an exercise that is more advanced than your body can support. Crunches are popular, but be sure to learn the correct way to move and position your body. Watching another exerciser and copying his or her move-

Always consult a physician before beginning an exercise program. Andrea Renee Wyatt, M.S.S., C.S.C.S., is a personal trainer with an extensive background in strength and conditioning as well as therapeutic recreation. If you have a fitness or training question, write to Andrea in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475 (c) 2008 King Features Synd., Inc.

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BUSINESS AND FINANCE IT’S THE LAW! by Christopher C. Meyer, Attorney at Law, P.C.

n last weeks article I described the mandatory financial disclosure requirements in domestic relations cases. The most basic mandatory financial disclosure requirement is the obligation of both parties to exchange and file sworn financial statements. This requirement applies to all initial and post decree domestic relations cases that involve financial matters, such as child support, maintenance (alimony), and property division. The sworn financial statement is a seven-page form. You will enter your income, expense, asset, and debt information in the spaces provided. The sworn financial statement provides each party and the Court with the basic information that is needed to determine the party’s financial status. This form is an extremely useful document. It is the prime source for quick reference as to what the parties can afford on a monthly basis and their net worth. The sworn financial statement is intended to be an accurate snapshot of each party’s financial status as of the date that the party signs the document. Your signature must be notarized. The sworn financial statement requires a comprehensive listing of the parties’ monthly expenses.

It shows the monthly budget for the parties. The income and expense information from the sworn financial statement will be used to determine child support and maintenance (alimony). After the form is completed, it is not unusual for parties to discover that their expenses exceed their incomes. The sworn financial statement can also be used as a tool for projecting future budgetary needs. Most people’s financial situations change significantly after they are divorced. They will have less money to live on. You can use the sworn financial statement to project what your future budget will look like. You can use the form to project your future financial needs even if you are not involved in a court case.

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You can download a copy of the sworn financial statement for no cost from the Colorado Courts website (www.courts.state.co.us.). You will not enjoy filling out this form. However, it is an extremely useful exercise because it makes you come to terms with your financial realities. It is also one of the best tools available for projecting your future financial status. Instead of worrying about your financial future, do something about it! Download the sworn financial statement, fill it out, and see what your future looks like. This article is for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice concerning your case. Chris Meyer is an attorney practicing family law in Monument. Chris’s practice is limited to domestic relations cases. Chris has been practicing law since 1977. He is a former prosecutor and is licensed to practice law in Colorado, Florida, California and Wisconsin. Chris can be contacted at 719-488-9395. Please see his website (www.cmeyerlaw.com) for additional divorce and family law information.

DOLLARS AND SENSE By David Uffington

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any home sellers are finding this a grim market for sales. Houses sit ... and sit ... with For Sale signs in the yard. Knowing that the market will eventually come back, many families are instead deciding to dig in for the duration -- opting to make changes to their existing home rather than try to sell in a bad market. Remodeling your home can do two things: It can give you more of the things you want in a house right now, and it can position you well for an eventual sale when the market comes back. With remodeling, however, the trick is to avoid making expensive mistakes. If you’ll need a contractor, get one signed up for late September or October, and negotiate a discount. The later in the year you can schedule the work, the better, as most remodeling companies count on warm months to do the bulk of their year’s work. Knowing they’ll have off-season work, they’re more likely to agree to

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David Uffington regrets that he cannot personally answer reader questions, but will incorporate them into his column whenever possible. Write to him in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send e-mail to columnreply@gmail.com. (c) 2008 King Features Synd., Inc.

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