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TIDBITS® CELEBRATES JULY WITH JU- FACTS
by Kathy Wolfe Tidbits says goodbye to June, and hello to July and all of these Ju- facts! • Roman leader Julius Caesar established the Julian calendar in 45 BC to correct the old Roman calendar, which had been introduced in 753 BC by Romulus. The old calendar had only 10 months and the year had 304 days, which made the year’s end long before Earth was positioned correctly to start the new year. The Julian calendar had 12 months with 365.25 days, and the introduction of the Leap Year. It was used worldwide for more than 1600 years. Yet, the Julian calendar still produced a difference of one day every 128 years. In 1582, yet another calendar was introduced, the Gregorian calendar, which we use today, with a year consisting of 365.2425 days. • Many of us know that Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system, but how massive is it? Jupiter is twice as large as all of the other planets combined, and its enormous volume could hold more than 1,300 Earths. There are 79 known moons orbiting this planet, the first of which was discovered by Galileo in 1609. Over the next 370 years, more were discovered, with the total at 13 by 1979. Between 1999 and 2003, scientists found another 34, and by 2015, 15 additional moons had been discovered. Since that time, 12 more have been found.
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TIDBITS of Kootenai County, Idaho Issue #28 July 8th JU- FACTS (continued): • When you hear the word jujube, perhaps you think of that fruity chewy gummy candy. They were first produced in the early 20th century, and were especially popular in movie theaters. But you might not know much about the fruit called the jujube, a small, reddish-brown fruit native to southern Asia. The jujube is a very nutritious food, rich in iron, calcium, and phosphorus, as well as Vitamin C and B-complex vitamins. Their tannin content contributes to the fruit’s anti-inflammatory and anti-infection properties. Chinese remedies for insomnia, stress, and anxiety include jujubes. Studies indicate that jujubes are linked to improved digestion and blood purification and even have properties that are helpful in killing cancer cells. • It’s been over 23 years since the original “Jumanji” movie was released. The story revolved around a magical board game in which a man had been trapped for 26 years. Alan Parrish had been playing the game in 1969, when he was captured in the savage jungle of Jumanji. Years later, two young siblings found the game and Alan was released, along with a herd of dangerous wild animals. The trio must finish the game in order to save their city from the destruction by the creatures. Robin Williams, who played Alan, initially turned down the role, but reversed his decision after the script underwent massive rewrites. In 2017, a second “Jumanji” film was released, which takes place 21 years after the original, following four teens trapped in the Jumanji video game. The sequel to that film is set to be released in December of this year. The original “Jumanji” was 1995’s 10th highest-grossing film. The 2017 film was the year’s fifth highest.
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NOW HERE’S A TIP By JoAnn Derson * If you have a small bedroom with room for only a little bedside table, try hanging a lamp over it or using a wall-mounted lamp. It will free up space on your nightstand. * Give kids small laundry baskets to race around the house collecting things that don’t belong where they are. Then sort items and separate the misplaced items back into the baskets. Have kids deliver them to the right place. Older kids can collect any dirty dishes from around the house using a dishpan, and return them to the kitchen. * “We add about an inch of kitty litter in the bottom of our kitchen trash can. If the can liner were to leak any liquids, they would be absorbed, and the litter does a great job of keeping smells in check.” -- Y.J. in Ohio * Here’s a great idea: Use a three-ring binder or an accordion folder to store manuals for appliances or electronics. An accordion folder is especially useful if the appliance comes with a small tool necessary for adjustments or any extra pieces that would be helpful to have on hand. * “I have a zip-close baggie in my purse for trash. This way I can prevent small wrappers, unnecessary receipts, gum or other such litter from floating around my bag. I simply empty the bag from time to time and reuse it.” -- C.D. in Utah * Use an old shower curtain as a ground liner underneath kiddie pools to protect the vinyl from twigs or rocks that might puncture your pool. You should always check the ground first, but a little extra protection doesn’t hurt. Send your tips to Now Here’s a Tip, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803. (c) 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.
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JU- FACTS (continued): • How much do you remember about Jughead, a character in “Archie” comics? Jughead, whose real name was Forsythe Pendleton Jones III, was in the very first Archie story, in December 1941’s “Pep Comics #22.” He’s an intelligent, sarcastic, easy-going high school student and the best friend of Archie Andrews. He’s well-known for his love of hamburgers from Pop Tate’s Chock’lit Shoppe in Riverdale. His crown-shaped hat is called a whoopee cap, a popular piece of headgear in the 1930s and 1940s. His fellow student at Riverdale High, Reggie Mantle, frequently insults Jughead by calling him “needle-nose” because of his long pointy nose. Do you remember the musical group “The Archies,” the group of studio musicians who recorded “Sugar, Sugar?” In the comic strip version, Jughead was the drummer. • Juicy Fruit gum is Wrigley’s oldest brand of chewing gum, introduced a few months ahead of their famous spearmint flavor. The gum wasn’t always sold in that familiar bright yellow package. For decades it came in a green and cream striped pack. In the early 20th century, the pack included redeemable gift coupons, with a variety of prizes, including an umbrella, a mirror, an inkstand, and a 32-piece tea set. Juicy Fruit gum has the honor of having been the very first item to be scanned at a cash register using a UPC code, an event that occurred in June of 1974. • What do Tom Hanks, Patrick Dempsey, Mel Gibson, Ben Stiller, Rachel Weisz, Eli Manning, and Roger Federer have in common? All of these celebrities are proficient jugglers! The earliest record of juggling is a 15th-century painting found on the wall of the tomb of an Egyptian prince.
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® of Idaho TIDBITS of Kootenai Issue #28 July 8th 2019 TidbitsCounty, Dallas County JU- FACTS (continued): • According to ancient Hebrew law, every 50th year was the year of Jubilee, a year of emancipation of slaves and restoration of lands to their former owners. Leviticus 25:9 defines the Jubilee as the sabbatical year after seven cycles of seven years, or 49 years. All land acquired since the last Jubilee was returned to the original family. All money owed was written off and debts were forgiven, all slaves were freed and returned to their family land, and all labor ceased for one year. The word Jubilee translates from the Hebrew for “ram’s horn,” and on the tenth day of the seventh month, the ram’s horn was blown to start the year of redemption. • Although the martial arts of jujitsu and judo share many of the same techniques, they are not the same. The word ‘jujitsu” translates from the Japanese, “ju” for “gentle flexible, or yielding,” and “jitsu” meaning “art or technique.” In this art, the opponent’s force is manipulated against themselves rather than by confronting it with one’s own force. It came about in the 15th century when weapons failed or were lost on the battlefield in close combat. It uses no weapon, or only a short weapon, and uses pins, joint locks, grappling, and throws, turning the attacker’s energy against him. The Samurai focused on throwing the adversary off balance. Judo came along in the 1850s, with many of the more dangerous jujitsu techniques eliminated. In fact, “Judo” translates “gentle way.” Judo is the most widely-practiced martial art worldwide. It is practiced by people of all ages, because of its low risk of harming self and others. The philosophy is “about control, not brute force.”
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STRANGE BUT TRUE by Samantha Weaver * It was noted 20th-century American poet e.e. cummings who made the following sage observation: “The most wasted of all days is one without laughter.” * Those who study such things claim that a single teaspoon of ordinary soil contains more living creatures than all the humans on the planet. * Albert Einstein’s final words are lost to history. He spoke his last words in his birth tongue, German, and it seems that the nurse who was attending him during his last moments spoke only English. * Other than the fact that they were all famous writers, what did Charles Dickens, Edgar Allen Poe, Mark Twain, Louisa May Alcott, James A. Michener and Leo Tolstoy have in common? They all were adopted. * The monkfish, a species of anglerfish found primarily in the northwestern Atlantic Ocean, has an enormous head. Really, really enormous. The monkfish’s head is so large, in fact, that it makes up three-quarters of its body. * It’s been reported that country singer-songwriter Willie Nelson believes he’s had numerous previous lives, including at least one as a Native American. * In an anthropological study once conducted in Papua New Guinea, it was found that one in three adult deaths was the result of homicide. And it seems that those murdered were often targeted because they were suspected of practicing sorcery. * If you’ve ever worn a tuxedo, you know what a cummerbund is, but you probably don’t know the origin of the word. It comes from a Hindi word meaning “waistband.” *** Thought for the Day: “Writers have two main problems. One is writer’s block, when the words won’t come at all, and the other is logorrhea, when the words come so fast that they can hardly get in the wastebasket in time.” -Ð Cecilia Bartholomew (c) 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.
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COUCH THEATER -- DVD PREVIEWS By Amy Anderson
PHOTO: Barry Ward and Tom Vaughan-Lawlor in “Maze” Photo Credit: Ola Kjelbye/MVD Entertainment Group
“Dumbo” (PG) -- The owner of a small circus (Danny DeVito) takes a gamble on a pregnant elephant, and when the baby is born with giant ears and debuts with a flop, he asks the children of his trick rider Holt Farrier (Colin Farrell) to raise it. They accidentally discover that the precocious pachyderm can fly, and a genuine circus act is born. When a bigtime showman (Michael Keaton) recruits the act -- and Mom is trucked off -- Farrier and the children team up with a trapeze artist and mount a rescue to reunite mother and baby. There’s no getting around the eruption of feelings when Mom is taken away. The lullaby will make you cry. But beyond heartstrings-pulling moments here and there, I couldn’t shake the feeling that, despite it being visually pleasing and well-performed, it didn’t match the enchantment and captivation of the original. “The Hummingbird Project” (R) -- Jesse Eisenberg and Alexander Skarsgard head this business caper as cousins Vincent and Anton Zaleski, who work together to achieve their dream: run a beeline fiber optic cable from the New York Stock Exchange direct to Kansas so that they can have trade information milliseconds ahead of the competition and effectively make beaucoup buckaroos by high frequency trading. It’s complicated, but they are very passionate about it, and so is their ex-boss, a cutthroat woman named Eva Torres (Salma Hayek) who plots to thwart and beat them at their own game -- at any price. It comes from director/writer Kim Nguyen, and is as much dark dramedy as social commentary on greed. “Maze” (NR) -- Irish Republican Army prisoner Larry Marley (Tom Vaughan-Lawlor) is indefatigable in pursuit of freedom, even in a high-security breakout-proof prison such as the HMP Maze. For this challenge, all resources must be pursued, including fellow prisoners with a diverse array of talents and even, or most especially, the guards themselves. Marley establishes a rapport and eventual friendship with a warden, Gordon Close (Barry Ward), that leads to the largest prison escape in Europe since World War II. It’s based on the real-life 1983 mass breakout at the prison. Although it’s about a prison break, it’s not an action movie. It’s a psychological drama, slowly building and unfolding, that is well worth watching. “The Aftermath” (R) -- Keira Knightly and Jason Clark are Rachael and Col. Lewis Morgan, an English couple brought to Germany postWorld War II during rebuilding. They take over the house of German architect Stefan Lubert (Alexander Skarsgard), but instead of sending him and his daughter off, Col. Morgan allows them to stay. With so many lives lost, it’s inevitable that grief catches up. Given time and access, Rachel and Stefan have an affair. It’s terribly cliched, but of course, beautifully done. If you’re into gloomy period romances, this is your cup of tea. (c) 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.
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By Dr. Holly Carling
IMPROVING BONE HEALTH
As we are realizing the deterioration of bone health is reaching epidemic levels in the US, we must look at what factors are involved that are within our control. Many health care professionals refer to osteoporosis as a pediatric disease that manifests as an adult. As a child, the pattern is set. Estimates vary from age 15 to age 35 that our bones reach their maximum bone density. If your children are not building quality bone, they will fight for it for the rest of their lives. We mostly can conserve minerals in our bones after the maximum age, but cannot re-set it. However, we can control our bone health from the center core - the bone matrix. This is the living part of the bone. This is where bone quality comes into play. The Japanese, known for their reduced bone fractures have less bone density on average that we do, but better bone quality. We do have a role in our own bone quality. That means doing the right things and eliminating the things that break it down. Many vitamins, minerals, proteins and other nutrients play a significant role in quality bone. Numerous studies have shown a direct link between what we eat and osteoporosis.
Many processed foods, coffee (not just the caffeine), caffeine, and sugars literally rob calcium from the body, especially from the storage tank (the bones). When consuming these acidic foods, the body needs to neutralize them, and uses our minerals to do the job. One of the worst culprits is soda-pop because it contains caffeine, sugar, and phosphoric acid (carbonation), all of which have been identified as calcium-robbing culprits. Sugar also appears to interfere with Vitamin C which is necessary for collagen formation in the bone. Other culprits include protein (both excess and deficiency can cause problems with bone), a sedentary lifestyle, rapid weight loss, aluminum in foods and antacids, and vitamin deficiencies have long been associated with damaging bone. Medications such as acid-reducing/suppressing medications, some antidepressants and especially corticosteroid medications have a detrimental effect on bone. We do have a say in our bone outcomes, but we must put the effort in as early in our lives as possible. Learn more by reading the handout, Osteoporosis, on my website: http://bit.ly/VHOsteoporosis
Dr. Holly Carling is a Doctor of Oriental Medicine, Licensed Acupuncturist, Doctor of Naturopathy, Clinical Nutritionist and Master Herbologist with over three decades of experience. Dr. Carling is currently accepting new patients and offers natural health care services and whole food nutritional supplements in her Coeur d’ Alene clinic. Visit Dr. Carling’s website at www.vitalhealthcda.com to learn more about Dr. Carling, view a list of upcoming health classes and read other informative articles. Dr. Carling can be reached at 208-7651994 and would be happy to answer any questions regarding this topic.
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HOLLYWOOD By Tony Rizzo
PHOTO: Taron Egerton as Elton John Photo credit: Paramount HOLLYWOOD -- Despite the star power of Jennifer Lawrence, James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Nicholas Hoult and Sophie Turner, “Dark Phoenix” (the 12th in the “X-Men” franchise) laid an egg at the box office. “X-Men: Apocalypse” (No. 11 in the series) cost $178 million and grossed $544 million, while “Dark Phoenix” cost $200 million and grossed only $140 million in its opening week. Disney can’t be very happy, since they picked up the “XMen” franchise in their acquisition of 20th Century Fox Pictures. Maybe executives wondering what went wrong should look back at “The Fantastic Four” (2015), with Miles Teller, Michael B. Jordan, Jamie Bell and Kate Mara, which cost $155 million to make and grossed only $168 million. Even though Disney now has the topgrossing film of all time, “Avengers: Endgame,” it may still pull the plug on the “X-Men” franchise. ***
I thoroughly enjoyed “Rocketman,” the biopic about Elton John. Elton and his husband, David Furnish, have been trying to produce a film of his life since 2001. Along the way, Justin Timberlake and Tom Hardy were cast to play Elton, but when Matthew Vaughn, producer and director of “Kingsmen: The Golden Circle,” was asked to produce “Rocketman,” he would agree only if Taron Egerton was cast as John. Egerton hit a home run with his acting and singing as the pop icon. And despite Elton’s husband as one of the producers, they didn’t hold back on the sex and drugs. In the late ‘70s, Elton and his manager/lover John Reid rented a mansion in Beverly Hills, and I went to a party there with my late great publicist friend Ron Scott (who discovered Tyler Henry, “The E Channel’s Hollywood Medium”). I spied Ron sneaking upstairs to Elton’s bedroom, and I went with him to keep him out of trouble. We stole a look into Elton’s wardrobe, and Ron slipped his business card in 10 different shoes, then we got out before we were caught. John Reid called me weeks later and asked, “How did Ron Scott get his business card into 10 pairs of Elton’s shoes?” I confessed what we’d done, and although he called back to say Elton thought it was a very funny prank, we were never asked back! *** Melissa McCarthy is reteaming with her “St. Vincent” (2014) director, Ted Melfi, and co-star Chris O’Dowd in “The Starling,” in which she tries to get rid of a black starling. That will follow “The Kitchen,” with Tiffany Haddish, Elizabeth Moss and Common (due Aug. 9) and “Superintelligence,” which reunites her with her director/husband, Ben Falcone, and co-stars Bobby Cannavale, Brian Tyree Henry, Jean Smart and James Corden. Melissa McCarthy and Tiffany Haddish together, now that has to be hilarious! (c) 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Q&A with Susan Ashley, MD Natural Remedies to Dissolve Kidney Stones One in ten people will pass a kidney stone at some time in their life, and anyone who has ever passed a kidney stone can relate to how excruciatingly painful they can be. The pain is compared to severity only to childbirth. People passing a stone often end up in the ER with severe pain seeking relief. If the stones do not pass, a CT scan can show the exact number, size and location of the stones. A procedure called lithotripsy can be used to break up the stones into tiny pieces to pass more easily, (but still very painfully), but if the stone is less than 8 mm in size it is not recommended to use. Fortunately, the size and number of kidney stones can be reduced considerably thru a variety of natural treatments. The first step is switching to a healthier diet with no processed foods, and increasing fluid intake. A sauna or hot yoga can actually promote stones because of dehydration, so make sure you’re staying well hydrated during these activities or with exercise. Other remedies include: Magnesium - Many Americans are deficient in this beneficial nutrient. Calcium supplementation is promoted by the health industry to support strong bones and combat osteoporosis, but calcium should be balanced by proper magnesium supplementation which is needed for every bodily function. Studies have shown that magnesium can reduce kidney stones about 92 percent. Many stones are oxalate calcium stones, and some have said to limit the amount of oxalate in the diet. Oxalate is found in many foods, including: fruits, vegetable, nuts and seeds, spinach, beets, chocolate and sweet potatoes. However, this isn’t smart from an overall health perspective. Most kidney stones are formed when oxalate binds to calcium while urine is produced in the kidneys. So instead, eat and drink calcium and oxalate-rich foods together during a meal. By doing so, oxalate and calcium are more likely to bind one another in the stomach and intestines before it reaches the kidneys, making it less likely kidney stones will form. Dandelion Root - It is possible to pull a dandelion root out of the ground (easier when the ground is soaked), clean it and make tea. Most people would
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prefer to simply buy some dried organic dandelion root that is available at health stores as a tea, extract or capsule. This root works to cleanse the kidneys as well as the whole body. Pomegranate juice - While pomegranates are delicious, the juice is sour and has astringent qualities that support healthy kidneys. The juice can be used to make a healthy smoothie to help break down kidney stones. Organic juice is always best whatever the variety. Basil - Basil is a popular ingredient in many recipes, and the herb is another plant that is beneficial in preventing and reducing kidney stones. Basil can be made into a tea that is a great kidney toner, and a teaspoon of basil juice with raw honey is an effective treatment to help clear up kidney stones. Drink Lemonade - studies have shown that limeade, lemonade and other fruits and juices high in natural citrate offers the same stone-preventing benefits. Beware of the sugar, though, because it can increase kidney stone risk. Instead, buy sugarfree lemonade, or make your own by mixing lime or lemon juice with water and using a sugar substitute if needed. Citrate in the urine may prevent the calcium from binding with other constituents that lead to stones. Also, some evidence suggests that citrate may prevent crystals that are already present from binding with each other, thus preventing them from getting bigger. Roller Coaster - While riding a roller coaster is an exciting experience, the jolts and vibrations of a roller coaster ride can also cause a kidney stone to pass. This does not always happen, but studies show stones can be jostled into position to help them pass. Anyone in pain from kidney stones may be willing to try anything; even a scary roller coaster ride. Modern medical technology is wonderful and beneficial in many ways, but the medical community does not necessarily think in terms of natural treatments. Many health issues including kidney stones can be avoided or treated effectively by eating a healthy diet and supplementing with nutrients that are lacking in the standard American diet. Many prescription drugs are derived from plants found in nature, and many other plants can be used in their natural state. It is always important to check with a health provider before choosing to begin using any alternate treatment for a health problem.
Dr Ashley is board certified in Family Medicine and in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine. She provides a mix of traditional with alternative medicine and specializes in bio-identical hormones for both men and women.
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1. MUSIC: What was the last name of the three brothers who made up the pop music group The Bee Gees? 2. GEOGRAPHY: Where is Cape Flattery located? 3. LANGUAGE: Who is attributed the phrase “bread and circuses”? 4. ANIMAL KINGDOM: How many walking legs does a lobster have? 5. LITERATURE: Which Russian novel begins with the line, “All happy families are alike”? 6. COMICS: What does Pokemon mean in English? 7. HISTORY: What does the Mexican holiday Cinco de Mayo celebrate? 8. GEOGRAPHY: Which European country has the longest coastline? 9. GAMES: What is the meaning of the word “canasta” in the card game? 10. MOVIES: In which movie did a female monster first appear? Answers 1. Gibb 2. Washington state, at the most northwestern point of the contiguous United States 3. The Roman poet Juvenal 4. Eight 5. “Anna Karenina,” Leo Tolstoy 6. Pocket monsters 7. Mexico’s victory at the Battle of Puebla 8. Norway 9. Basket (Spanish) 10. “Bride of Frankenstein” (c) 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.
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REMARKABLE PEOPLE: SIGMUND FREUD How much do you know about Sigmund Freud, the founder of psychoanalysis? This week, Tidbits places its focus on this renowned physician who was a pioneer in the study of human behavior. • Freud was born in what is now the Czech Republic, the first of eight children. In 1873, at age 17, he began his studies at the University of Vienna, intending to study law. A change of heart and nine years later, Freud secured a position at the Vienna General Hospital. • For the next three years, Freud worked in a variety of departments at Vienna General, becoming more and more interested in the psychiatric clinic. In addition to his medical duties, he became a lecturer in neuropathology at the University. • By 1886, he had resigned from the hospital and opened a private practice focusing on what he called “nervous disorders.” One of his common tools was hypnosis, and during the treatment of a certain patient, he made an important discovery. The woman’s symptoms of mental illness dramatically improved when she recovered memories of traumatic childhood events during hypnosis. • Believing that the childhood incidents had a significant effect on adult behavior, Freud began helping patients confront their past and work though the difficulties. • Freud created a prototype of the mind, labeling what he believed to be three levels, the conscious, the subconscious, and the unconscious. Comparing the mind to an iceberg, he defined the conscious as that small amount of the mind’s activity that we know about, the tip of the iceberg. The bulk of the mind lies below the surface, with the subconscious containing those memories that could be retrieved from memory if we try, and the unconscious being things we are unaware of and cannot be made aware of.
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Yes, Cats Can Learn How to Do Tricks
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: Can a cat learn how to do tricks, the way a dog does? -- Will N., via email DEAR WILL: Cats can be trained to do quite a few things! They respond differently than dogs to training methods though, so you might be a little frustrated if you try to teach a cat to sit down in the same way that you would a dog. Cats respond best to positive-reinforcement methods of training. Giving a cat a treat when they obey a command is one example of this type of positive reinforcement. Start by teaching your cat a simple command, like “sit.” Work with him in 5- to 10-minute sessions a couple of times each day. Place your cat on a perch, like a table, and give him a friendly scratch. When he stands up, call his name while holding a favorite treat at eye level. Raise the treat directly over his head, where he can still see it. Your cat will need to sit down to maintain balance while looking at the treat -- when he sits, you say, “Sit! Good, sit!” Give him the treat. Repeat this training session until your cat sits when you simply hold your empty hand over his head and say “Sit.” Trainers have routinely taught cats to do more complex things -- even using a regular toilet bowl instead of a litter box! You can find books on effective cat training online or at your local bookstore, so grab one and see what you can teach your cat. Send your comments, questions or tips to ask@ pawscorner.com. (c) 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.
SIGMUND FREUD (continued): • Freud also developed a model of the parts of the personality. He defined the “id” as that unconscious, impulsive, and irrational part that seeks pleasure and satisfaction of basic instincts. The “ego” attempts to satisfy the id’s demands in a safe and socially acceptable way, while the “superego” is the moral compass and conscience that encourages following the rules. Ignoring the superego’s voice results in guilt and anxiety. •Freud studied his patient’s dreams, believing that dreams were the “royal road to the unconscious.” His conviction was that dreams were a clue to repressed memories, and people dream to cope with those unconscious struggles. • With the Nazi invasion of Austria, the Jewish Freud sought a way to escape. His close friend, Princess Marie Bonaparte, a great-grandniece of the French Emperor Napoleon I, used her great wealth to enable the necessary papers for Freud to leave Vienna for London in June of 1938. She made several attempts to accomplish the same for his four elderly sisters, but failed. All four women died in Nazi concentration camps. • Having been a lifelong smoker, Freud developed cancer of the mouth and jaw. After battling growths in his mouth for 16 years, Freud died just 15 months after settling in London. • Words and expressions that entered our language as a result of Freud’s work include denial, repression, cathartic, neurotic, libido, and the ever-popular Freudian slip.
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Freeport Flag Ladies Retiring 9/11 Tradition
The Freeport Flag Ladies -- Carmen Footer, Elaine Greene and JoAnn Miller -- haven’t missed a single Tuesday morning in 18 years, standing with U.S. flags on a corner in Freeport, Maine. Rain, snow storms, icy wind, heat and humidity, it didn’t matter. The Ladies were always there, waving at the hundreds of honking cars that passed. They were often joined by others who came to stand and wave flags. And now they’re retiring from their Tuesday mornings. It all started when the plane hit the second tower on Sept. 11, 2001. Not knowing what else to do to honor the lives lost, they grabbed a flag and went to a corner on the main street in town, waving the flag. Cars honked in response, and they promised to be there every week for one year to help with our nation’s healing. They stayed on to support the service members who were then placed in harm’s way. That was 18 years ago. They’ve been busy, despite their advancing years. (Elaine Greene, age 74, is the youngest of the three.) They’ve made appearances at Honor flights, candlelight vigils, parades, deployments from National Guard centers, homecomings, flag retirements and much more, always in support of service members, veterans and first responders. There were all the airport greetings with servicemembers coming and going, with thousands of photos being snapped and loaded on their website (www.freeportflagladies.com). Those lastminute airport photos are most treasured by the families who couldn’t be there. And then there are the lucky pennies, each placed in a tiny envelope with a card designed by the Flag Ladies and handed out at airports to departing service members. While they’ll continue some of their activities, the Tuesday flag days will end in September. Consider sending the Ladies a postcard just to say thank you: Freeport Flag Ladies, 17 School St., Freeport, ME 04032.
BALDNESS July 12 is “Bald Is In” Day, a special observance for those who are without hair! • More than 50 million people in the United States are bald, for whatever reason, with the vast majority being men. Baldness might be due to family genetics, hormonal changes, medical conditions, or a reaction to medication. • Hair is made up of a shaft that grows out of the skin, a strong root below the skin, and a follicle, in which the root develops. Hair loss is the result of damage to or death of the follicle. When the follicle is damaged, the root can’t grow, and the shaft can’t develop. • The average person normally loses between 50 and 100 hairs a day, but it’s not noticeable because new hair is continuously growing in. When the growth phase is disrupted, hair loss occurs. Becoming bald is a gradual process, and because it’s not large amounts of loss at a time, about half the hair might be lost before it is even noticed. Hair gets thinner because hairs are not replaced. • It’s a myth that baldness can only be passed through the mother’s genes. Baldness can be inherited from either parent. It’s also a myth that baldness can be caused by frequently wearing hats or helmets. The argument is that in order to have a head of healthy hair, the scalp needs to breathe. But hair follicles are under the skin, and they receive plenty of oxygen from the bloodstream, and exposure to air isn’t necessary.
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BALDNESS (continued): • Vigorous shampooing also does not contribute to balding. Hair loss is just more noticeable in the shower drain. • About $1 billion a year is spent on the battle against baldness in the form of shampoos, lotions, pills promising to cure baldness, hair pieces, and follicle transplants. Toupees and hairpieces alone amount to $250 million a year. A hair transplant, which can cost from $3,000 up to $20,000, takes hair from an area where a person has hair and moves it to the bald area. A surgeon removes a 6- to 10-inch strip of skin from the back of the head, and divides it into up to 2,000 tiny grafts. Holes or slits are made in the scalp with a scalpel, and the grafts are placed in the holes. The process takes between 4 and 8 hours. • When small patches of hair loss occur, it’s usually the result of alopecia areata, which occurs as a by-product of psychological or physical stress. Alopecia is usually temporary, and can be brought on by chemotherapy, surgery, a hormonal imbalance, or sudden weight loss. Hair loss can occur overnight. • Some prescriptions claim to reverse hair loss. Rogaine is designed to stimulate hair follicles and seems to slow hair loss for many when applied to the scalp. A pill known as Propecia has been shown to decrease the rate of hair loss, but hair loss returns when the treatment is discontinued.
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UNIVERSITY OF UTAH RESEARCHERS: ALZHEIMERS PATIENTS CAN BENEFIT FROM FAMILIAR MUSIC By Matilda Charles
Breaking the Cycle of Loneliness
According to an AARP study, one-third of seniors are lonely. Another study revealed that loneliness and social isolation can cause increased mortality. Yet another study talks about cognitive decline and depression. It can be a vicious cycle: If we’re depressed, we don’t want to go out, which makes us more socially isolated, which worsens our depression. We might not feel valued, especially if we’ve recently retired, or we’ve lost a spouse and therefore our previous social group, or we don’t know if we’d be welcome in new places. There are a number of ways to fight loneliness, but we have to take the steps to break the cycle. It’s up to us. The biggest (and sometimes hardest) step is to get out of the house. Just go. Talk to people while you’re out. You never know what doors might open just saying hello to someone. Start a new hobby, ideally one that involves others. Get off the computer. Many of us turn to technology and social media, but it’s really not a cure for loneliness, which makes us more vulnerable to scams. Join a group, whether at the senior center or library, ideally a group where people have to talk anyway, such as a reading group. Take a class. Have you tried tai chi? If you knit or crochet, investigate those “coffee and caps” groups that meet once a week to socialize and make hats and mittens for kids. Do you dance or sing? Square dancing is energizing, and choirs are uplifting. Volunteering to walk dogs at the humane society accomplishes two things: you interact with others and you train a dog to become a better pet for a potential adopter. No, you won’t become close pals with everyone you meet, but you are likely to develop a few quality relationships. You just need to take the first steps.
SALT LAKE CITY — MRI scans of patients who have Alzheimer’s disease show that playing issongs with personal meaning to them activates parts of their brain that still have a semblance of memory retention, researchers at University of Utah Health say. No one says playing music will be a cure for Alzheimer’s disease, but it might make the symptoms more manageable, decrease the cost of care and improve a patient’s quality of life,” said Dr. Jeff Anderson, a professor of radiology and imaging sciences at the U., in a prepared statement. U. researchers recently carried out a study on the topic of music therapy for such patients, beginning by spending three weeks to help;participants select meaningful songs and trained the patient and caregiver on how to use a portable media player loaded with the self-selected collection of music explained Stacy Kish, science writer for University of Utah Health. Kish said in a release that researchers "scanned the patients to image the regions of the brain that lit up" each time they listened to one of eight 20-second clips from their music collection, comparing them to brain activity shown during eight different clips of the same music played backward and eight 20-second blocks of silence. The researchers found that music activates the brain, causing whole regions to communicate. By listening to the personal soundtrack, the (brain visual network, the salience network, the executive network and the cerebellar and cortico-cerebellar network pairs all showed significantly higher functional connectivity, Kish wrote. Dr. Norman Foster, senior author of the study and director of the Center for Alzheimer Care at University of Utah Health, said the resultant findings are objective evidence from brain imaginge showing that personally meaningful music is an alternative route for communicating with patients who have Alzheimer’s disease.” “Language and visual memory pathways are damaged early as the disease progresses, but personalized music programs can activate the brain, especially for patients who are losing contact with their environment,” Foster said in a prepared statement. Of particular interest in music’s effect on an Alzheimer's patient’s brain, Kish said, is how it interacts specifically with the region called the salience network, which she said "remains an island of remembrance that is spared from the ravages of Alzheimer’s disease. Additionally, activation of neighboring regions of the brain may also offer opportunities to delay the continued decline caused by the disease, according to Kish. Prior studies have explored how a personalized music program affects patients; moods,and the results have been encouraging, but generally people don’t really know why," Anderson, contributing author on the study, told the Deseret News. He said that is why it is helpful to explore specifically the ways activity increases in the brain as a result of the music. Dr. Jeff Anderson, a professor of radiology and imaging sciences at the University of Utah, preps an MRI scanner at the Imaging and Neurosciences Center in Salt Lake City on Friday, Dec. 28, 2018. U. researchers found MRI scans of patients who have Alzheimer’s disease show that playing songs with personal meaning to them activates parts of their brain that still have a semblance of memory retention. (Photo: Jeffrey D. Allred, KSL) Kish said the findings could have implications for how medical professionals approach anxiety, depression and agitation in patients with dementia" — a broader term for conditions affecting a person’s memory. Anderson agreed, adding;when you have somebody that’s really impaired, small gains can be really meaningful.While the new study focused on examining Alzheimer’s patients specifically, Anderson said, he doesn’t necessarily have a lot of reasons to believe that most other dementia syndromes …(would) not behave similarly; in response to music.“When you put headphones … and play familiar music, they come alive,” said Jace King, a graduate student researcher and first author of the study. “Music is like an anchor, grounding the patient back in reality.” The study has limitations, among them a small sample size of 17 patients and the fact that each of them were subjected to just one imaging session, Kish said. Anderson added that moreresearch is needed to help answer the questions of how long does the effect last and exactly what type of symptoms it is most helpful for..The study, first published in The Journal of Prevention of Alzheimer’s Disease in April, was carried out with the help of researchers from Jewish Family Services of Utah, University of Colorado, and Massachusetts General Hospital. It was funded with financial support from A. Scott Anderson, Zions Banks president/CEO and philanthropist, as well as the American Otological Society.
Linda Davis Director of building relationships. 208.457.3403
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COMFORT FOODS MADE FAST AND HEALTHY! By Healthy Exchange
Heartland Corn and Beans July, Corn, Iowa ... all wonderful four-letter words, especially when mixed together. But Midwesterners aren’t stingy. We’ll gladly share a few ears of our sweet corn, so you, too, can enjoy this wonderful summer dish. 3 cups fresh or frozen cut green beans 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 1 full cup diced extra-lean ham 1 cup diced raw potatoes 2 cups water 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen whole-kernel corn 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1. In a large skillet, combine green beans, onion, ham, potatoes and water. Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender. 2. Stir in corn and black pepper. Continue cooking for 10 minutes, uncovered, or until corn is tender and most of the liquid is evaporated, stirring occasionally. Serves 4 (1 cup each). * Each serving equals: 145 calories, 1g fat, 10g protein, 24g carb., 367mg sodium, 3g fiber; Diabetic Exchanges: 1 1/2 Vegetable, 1 Starch, 1 Meat. (c) 2019 King Features Syndicate, Inc.
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1. What year did the music industry start tracking weekly record sales and airplay with the Billboard Hot 100? 2. Name the entertainer that earned the label “Mr. Excitement.” 3. The melody of which Village People song was based on the original State Anthem of the Soviet Union? 4. What’s the story behind Kris Kristofferson writing “Why Me”? It’s also known as “Why Me, Lord.” 5. Name the song that contains this lyric: “One night in a disco, On the outskirts of Frisco, I was cruisin’ with my favorite gang.” Answers 1. 1958. The first No. 1 song was “Poor Little Fool” by Ricky Nelson. 2. Jackie Wilson. Known for his dance moves, singing and costumes, he was an inspiration to Elvis Presley, James Brown and others. 3. “Go West,” released in 1979. The Pet Shop Boys covered the song in 1993. 4. He’d just attended a religious service and realized he was at a very low point in his life, feeling lost. 5. “He’s the Greatest Dancer,” by Sister Sledge in 1979. Song co-writer Nile Rogers thought it was the first time that brand names were used in a song; in this case it was “Halston, Gucci, Fiorucci.” (c) 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.
TOP TEN MOVIES 1. Toy Story 4 (G) animated 2. Child’s Play (R) Aubrey Plaza, Mark Hamill 3. Aladdin (PG) Will Smith, Mena Massoud 4. Men in Black: International (PG-13) Chris Hemsworth, Tessa Thompson 5. The Secret Life of Pets 2 (PG) animated 6. Rocketman (R) Taron Egerton, James Bell 7. John Wick: Chapter 3 -- Parabellum (R) Keanu Reeves, Halle Berry 8. Godzilla: King of the Monsters (PG-13) Kyle Chandler, Vera Farmiga 9. Dark Phoenix (PG-13) James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender 10. Shaft (R) Samuel L. Jackson, Jessie T. Usher (c) 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.
Top 10 Video On Demand 1. Captain Marvel (PG-13) Brie Larson 2. Tyler Perry’s A Madea Family Funeral (PG13) Tyler Perry 3. The Upside (PG-13) Kevin Hart 4. Five Feet Apart (PG-13) Haley Lu Richardson 5. The Mustang (R) Matthias Schoenaerts 6. Captive State (PG-13) John Goodman 7. How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (PG) animated 8. Isn’t It Romantic (PG-13) Rebel Wilson 9. Cold Pursuit (R) Liam Neeson 10. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (PG) animated Top 10 DVD, Blu-ray Sales 1. Captain Marvel (PG-13) Disney/Marvel 2. Tyler Perry’s A Madea Family Funeral (PG13) Lionsgate 3. Aquaman (PG-13) Warner Bros. 4. How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (PG) Universal/DreamWorks 5. Five Feet Apart (PG-13) Lionsgate 6. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (PG) Sony Pictures 7. The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part (PG) Warner Bros. 8. Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (PG-13) Warner Bros. 9. Bumblebee (PG-13) Paramount 10. The Mule (R) Warner Bros.
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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Your Aries leadership qualities can help bring order out of all that confusion, whether it’s on the job or in the home. But be careful to guide, not goad, others into following you. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Applying a more personal view to a job-linked issue could help provide better insight into those persistent problems. Use your keen Taurean logic to cut through the double-talk. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Taking some time off could be the best way to get through that seemingly endless round of demands. You’ll return refreshed and ready to tackle things from a new perspective. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Restoring a sagging professional relationship takes a lot of effort. By all means, state your position. But also make sure you pay close attention to the other person’s point of view. LEO (July 23 to August 22) A hot prospect intrigues the Big Cat, who is always on the prowl for a promising investment. But be careful that this “promise” has a chance of being kept. Check it out more carefully. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) A friend could use some of your compassion and concern. If he or she doesn’t ask for help, be sure you step up and make the first move. Also, check out a new career possibility. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You might have difficulty getting your opinions heard because of all the noise being made by the other side. But hang in there. Others should line up with you once they learn the facts. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Offering to help a colleague is commendable. But before you commit your time and effort, check to see if that person’s situation is all that he or she has led you to believe it is. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) You soon should be seeing positive results from your recent efforts on behalf of a family member. On another matter, check that you have all the facts regarding a job assignment. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Your aspects favor closer family relationships this week. Take time for visits, whether in person, by phone, by mail or in cyberspace. Let them know how important they are to you. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) A missed opportunity isn’t always a negative. Maybe your instincts are telling you not to rush into something you “thought” was worthwhile. Make time for family this weekend. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Your sense of humor helps you get through a tricky situation. But some stick-in-the-muds might not be so willing to make the changes that you and others agree are necessary.
BORN THIS WEEK:
You have a gift for making everyone you know -- or even just met -- feel important and welcome in your life. (c) 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.
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