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• A list of hibernating mammals includes: chipmunks, ground squirrels, prairie dogs, possums, hedgehogs, hamsters, skunks, bats, marmots, badgers and some lemurs. Some nonmammals that hibernate are: turtles, lizards, snakes, frogs, toads, newts and some insects. There is even one bird that is considered a hibernator. The Common Poorwill can drop its body temperature and go into a hibernation-like state known as “torpor” for several weeks. • The Arctic ground squirrel, a true hibernator, is North America’s largest and most northern ground squirrel. This small mammal digs a hibernation chamber off its main burrow which is only about 20 inches deep. It rolls up into a ball and covers itself with its tail in the chamber lined with leaves, grass, lichen and animal hair. It is the only mammal known to survive a drop in body temperature during hibernation of 28 to 27º F. People can’t survive a body temperature lower than 90º F. This squirrel wakes up briefly every few weeks during its long hibernation, which may last seven months. • The type and length of hibernation depends on the animal’s body and its habitat or home. Since the Arctic ground squirrel is small and lives in cold areas, its hibernation is long. Similarly, mouse lemurs hibernate up to seven months. Garter snakes in the Arctic tundra may hibernate eight months. The longest hibernators known are Turkish hamsters in the Middle East, which can hibernate as long as ten months! • Those long-hibernating garter snakes may get together with thousands of friends for group hibernating. Groups of up to 12 skunks sleep together, and brown bats hang in clusters in their caves in groups of over 100. • To prepare for hibernation and the approach of winter, animals eat a lot. They need lots of body fat for the long sleep. Baby toads and bats actually eat enough to double their weight. Not all bats hibernate. By the way, did you know that bats are the only flying mammals? (Flying squirrels and flying lemurs move through the air but they are only gliding.)

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One small animal that is really a nuisance to farmers and even suburban neighborhoods is the woodchuck. You’ve probably heard the tongue twister: “How much wood would a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood?” The answer is: “A woodchuck would chuck as much wood as a woodchuck could chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood.” Actually a woodchuck, also known as a groundhog, whistle pig or marmot, is the largest member of the squirrel family. It eats seeds, leaves, grass, ﬂowers, fruit, eggs, insects and, yes, some wood.

• Punxsutawney Phil is probably the most famous hibernator in the world. This little guy (groundhog) has been a “weather predictor” for over 120 years. February 2nd is Groundhog Day (the day Phil awakens), and Phil seeing (or not seeing) his shadow on that day “determines” the time Ole’ Man Winter will linger. The town of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, has tied itself closely to the groundhog. Phil has his own website, fan club and appears on lots of news and weather programs every February. • While the snow and cold of winter are all around us, isn’t it interesting to think of all the animals that are sleeping it away?

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Building Muscle I love it when encouragement to exercise is backed up by scientiﬁc evidence. It’s especially helpful in the middle of winter to have new reasons to get out and be active. A problem that many of us experience as we age is a loss of muscle and bone density. How to get it back becomes a big question: Loss of muscle can lead to imbalance, which can lead to falls, which can shatter fragile bones. A recent study of rats reveals just how it is that endurance exercises can help bring back the muscle mass. The key phrase is “satellite cells,” and that’s where the research was centered. Reduced numbers of “satellite cells” can cause a decline in muscle mass, and in adults those cells are usually inactive as well. Old rats didn’t have as many satellite cells -- until they exercised. Exercise not only increased the number of satellite cells, but improved the ratio of lean versus fat in muscles. The muscle the researchers chose to study closely was the Gastrocnemius, or the calf muscles that run from the back of the knee to the ankle. That makes sense: It’s used in so many types of exercise and can easily be measured. They also focused on endurance exercises, as opposed to resistance (weightlifting) exercises. Granted, these were rats on a wheel in a cage, but we have an exercise that is just as good: walking. And the rats were induced to run at moderate speed. I suspect that in humans, walking, swimming or riding a bike at moderate speed will serve the same purpose. The key word is endurance. If you haven’t been active, ask your doctor about starting up an exercise program. Remember to start slow! 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 328536475, or send e-mail to columnreply@gmail.com. (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

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HOLLYWOOD -- “November Christmas,” which aired Nov. 28, was a ratings hit for CBS. The DVD of the Hallmark TV movie blew out of its stores across the country, and back orders have necessitated an unexpected second shipping. “Daily Variety,” the show biz bible, had this to say about the film: “A bit like fellow sexagenarian Tom Selleck, Sam Elliott has somehow managed to suspend the aging process except in a most flattering of ways, while losing none of his laconic charm. He’s the linchpin of the movie’s appeal.” When I talked with Sam, he told me, “When I’m not working, we go to Oregon to spend time with my mother.” The “we” refers to his wife, Katharine Ross (of “The Graduate” and “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid” fame). He added, “It’s difficult juggling career and family, but I’m a son first and foremost, and we love spending time with my mother.” Sam doesn’t do a lot of TV, but admitted, “I wanted to do ‘November Christmas’ to work with director Robert Harmon, who directed Tom Selleck’s Jesse Stone movies, as well as John Corbett and Karen Allen.” Upcoming for him are “The Big Bang” with Antonio Banderas and James Van Der Beek, and “The Apologist” with Giavani Ribusi and Kathy Baker. You may have recognized his voice from “Marmaduke” (he was Chipadogra) and endless Ford commercials. His other Xmas movie, “Prancer,” is shown every year during the holidays. I’ve known Sam for 40 years and can honestly say he’s one of the nicest, most down-to-earth guys you’ll ever meet. How many people can YOU say that about? *** More actors are owning a piece of the rock by producing films they star in. Jonah Hill (“Get Him to the Greek” and “Megamind”) and Channing Tatum (“G.I. Joe”) have announced they’ll co-executive produce a big-screen version of the late ‘80s Johnny Depp series, “21 Jump Street.” Meanwhile, Josh Brolin will produce, direct and star in an adaptation of Dominique Cierri’s play “Pitz and Joe” for Warner Brothers. “Doctor Who” fans who are looking for David Tennant (he was “Doctor Who” before Matt Smith, the current time lord), can look forward to “United,” a true story about Manchester United’s Busby Babes soccer team. Tennant found the perfect way to shed his Doctor Who image by playing “Hamlet” to rave reviews on the London stage, which PBS showed recently. Brace yourselves, on St. Patrick’s Day, plans are set to release “Lord of the Dance” with its creator and star Michael Flatley in -- are you ready? -- 3D. What are they going to do ... kick their feet into our faces? Send letters to Tony Rizzo’s Hollywood, 8306 Wilshire Blvd., No. 362, Beverly Hills, CA90211. (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

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December 22– January 19 Uh-oh, Capricorn. Rules are about to be broken at home. Think before you act. There’s a reason for everything. An idea is worth pursing at work.

June 22– July 22 Just when you thought you were done, it turns out you’re not. Keep pushing, Cancer, and you will see the end of the tunnel. A friend makes a speedy recovery.

January 20– February 18 Really, Aquarius. Haven’t you said enough? Back off, and you’ll be amazed at what happens next. A little gem is uncovered in some clutter.

July 23– August 22 The tickle of the ivories gets the ideas flowing. Grab a pen and write them down quick, Leo. You can weed out the bad ones later. Travel is on the agenda.

February 19– March 20 Awesome, Pisces. You stick to your guns, and it pays off. Travel plans with friends get put on hold just in time for a new opportunity to arise.

August 23– September 22 An old friend is feeling blue, and it’s up to you to snap them out of it. Take time out to visit them, Virgo, and you will be rewarded in ways you never imagined.

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September 23– October 22 The wishing well is empty. You’re going to have to roll up your sleeves and get to work to figure out the problem, Libra. A photo proves insightful.

April 20– May 20 Misery loves company, but that doesn’t mean you have to join in, Taurus. Maintain your positive frame of mind no matter what happens, and others will too.

October 23– November 21 Dreams come and go, making for restless nights. Don’t try to fight it, Scorpio. The less sleep you get, the more productive you will be this week.

May 21– June 21 You receive glowing reviews for your effort. Bravo, Gemini. A wellknown fact turns out to be fiction, and you’re that one that makes the discovery.

November 22– December 21 The chase begins at work, and you will have to get creative to come out on top, Sagittarius. A friend whisks you away for an adventurous weekend.

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SALON OF THE YEAR Congratulations Advanced Hair Technologies Salon of the Year 2009

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Cedar Rapids used to be called, "The City That Will Never Flood" but in 2008 the unthinkable happened. On June 12, the river rose 12 feet higher than the previous record, flooding over 5000 homes and forcing more than 20,000 residents to flee. Public buildings and even the city jail were all destroyed. City officials predicted that it would take at least 10 years for Cedar Rapids to get back on its feet. But that wasn't good enough for Daryl and Judy Grecian. ‘Daryl’s Hair Design,’ a family-owned hair replacement salon had been their pride and joy, but the floodwaters inflicted over $100,000 in damages and made it unusable. Worse yet, Daryl’s Hair did not have flood insurance because even in the worst rains, Cedar Rapids had never flooded like this before. But even as the city reeled from the 5th largest natural disaster in U.S. History, Daryl and Judy were making plans to support their hair replacement clients who now, more than ever, needed to maintain their self-respect and optimism. So they researched surrounding neighborhoods and found a new location in Hiawatha about 7 miles away. From this temporary base, they were able to continue to service their clients while they surveyed the damage back home and made plans to rebuild. Today, the Grecians operate both centers and business is slowly returning to normal. “This has been a huge emotional and financial shock” says Daryl, “but our job was to be there for our clients and I am proud that we were able to do that.”

maintain an informal atmosphere. As Daryl says, "We didn't want our salon to look like a business. We wanted our clients to feel they were visiting a friend.” The flooring throughout the shop has a natural slate appearance. When you first come in, the color of the wall is burnt apricot. The rest of the shop is decorated in a soothing green to help people feel relaxed. The countertops are granite throughout and all the cabinetry is custom built oak. The styling rooms are larger than usual to make clients more comfortable and each one has an independent volume control for background music. Advanced Hair also offers massage therapy. The massage room is located in a tranquil area at the back of the shop and is decorated in muted colors and lit by candlelight. In the wig room, the storage cabinets are only 15 inches deep. Regular cabinets would have been too deep and wigs could have been lost at the back. Regular 12 inch cabinets wouldn’t have

Advanced Hair has a secret passage, or, more accurately, an interior sliding door. Daryl’s assistant greets and prepares his clients in a room next to his styling room. A special sliding door was installed between the two rooms so that the client can slip from one room to the other without using the corridor or any public area.

Traditionally, the National Hair Journal ‘Salon of the Year’ is chosen for its advanced styling features, use of modern technologies and involvement with the local community. But this year, we are focusing only on the last of these. Advanced Hair Technologies, the 2009 Salon of the Year, rose phoenix-like from the floods of Cedar Rapids, driven by the guts and tenacity of its owners Daryl and Judy Grecian. No, it isn't state-ofthe-art. Nor is it glamorous. But it was built with professionalism and with guts and in our opinion, that deserves to be recognized. Advanced Hair is located in a suburb away from major thoroughfares. Clients can come and go freely without the risk of being spotted by business colleagues or a neighbor passing by. When they enter the salon, they immediately see a picture on the wall. It's a Jim Warren print and shows a lady with her hair cascading down the side of the mountain and becoming part of a waterfall. Daryl bought it nine years ago in Hawaii and since

desk. Daryl works closely with the American Cancer Society and goes to their offices in his area once a month to do a class for chemo patients. He understands how important it is to create a friendly, supportive environment for his medical clients.

worked either because many of the manufacturers’ boxes are too big. 15 inch cabinets on the other hand accommodate every standard wig and still allow you to see your entire inventory. All the corner cabinets are fitted with wide opening doors like a lazy Susan to maximize the use of space. Unlike the rest of

In his own styling area, Daryl installed two stainless steel industrial cabinets that might have been destined to become mechanics’ tool chests. But he had a better idea. They were placed on the floor without the customary wheels and had granite countertops installed on top. This combination gives Daryl high quality industrial drawers that open and close on roller bearings that are not too deep, so he can conveniently lay his shears and styling tools in them without a lot of wasted space. This steel/granite combination creates a high-tech, sophisticated look which is accented by matching venetian blinds in brushed aluminum.

the salon, the wig room is fully carpeted and furnished with a round table and chairs. If a cancer patient brings a friend, they can sit around a table instead of facing a consultant across a

Congratulations Judy and Daryl Grecian!

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