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TIDBITS® VISITS SAN- CITIES by Kathy Wolfe All across the nation there are city names that include the word “San.” Travel along as Tidbits visits several and discovers the meanings of their names. •

In the Spanish language, the word “San” translates “Saint.” The city of San Diego is named in tribute of Saint Didacus, a Spanish 15th-century Franciscan missionary, born Diego de San Nicolas. In 1542, Spanish explorer Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo and his crew sailed along the coast of what is now California, where they discovered a large bay, claimed the area for Spain, and named it San Miguel. In 1602, another Spanish explorer, Sebastian Vizcaino, renamed the area San Diego, in honor of St. Didacus. In 1769, a fort and mission were established there, the first permanent European settlement in California. The community remained small until the 1880s, when several military facilities were established there. San Diego is now home to the largest naval fleet in the world, and is the eighth largest city in the U.S. The city has hosted two World’s Fairs, in 1915-1916 and 1935-1936. The 1915 fair’s preserved buildings can be found in Balboa Park. That Fair also provided the beginnings of the legendary San Diego Zoo

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When a menagerie of exotic animals, including kangaroos, buffalo, leopards, lions, baboons, monkeys, and parrots were borrowed from the Wonderland Amusement Park to exhibit. By the time the fair closed in 1916, Wonderland had closed, and the animals were kept as the zoo’s beginning. Today, the zoo experiences more than 5 million visitors a year.

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When the Spanish Franciscan priest Father Junipero Serra founded the San Juan Capistrano Mission in 1776, he named it in honor of Saint John of Capistrano, Italy, a theologian who led a crusade against Ottoman Empire invaders in 1456 at 70 years of age. By 1806, the mission sheltered 1,000+ people, 10,000 head of cattle, and an ornate mission church. Every year on March 19, the “Miracle of the Swallows” occurs when migratory American cliff swallows finish a 6,000-mile (10,000-km) flight from their winter home Goya, Argentina. The tiny birds, measuring just 5.1 inches (13 cm) in length, depart Goya every February 18 and arrive in California on what is now called St. Joseph’s Day. Every year on October 23rd, the swallows circle the city and begin their 31-day flight back to Argentina.

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For a little extra visibility in the basement, try applying glow-in-the-dark or reflective tape on the edges of the stairs.

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This tip will change your life when peeling eggs: After you have hard-boiled your eggs, drain and submerge in ice water. Put them back in the pot, put the lid on and shake. Shake in all directions for up to a minute. The eggs practically slip right out of their shells. Just rinse and prep. -- JoAnn

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"To distinguish your keys, especially house keys that have similar stamps, simply paint the key head with different colors of nail polish. You could even add a very subtle dot of the matching polish on the key lock. Reapply as needed." -S.L. in Oregon

Yet another Franciscan missionary lent his name to a California City, Bernardino of Siena, an Italian priest who died in 1444. San Bernardino is a city of firsts – the world’s first McDonald’s restaurant opened there in 1940, when brothers Richard and Maurice McDonald founded the chain. The Rolling Stones played their first-ever U.S. concert there in 1966 at the Swing Auditorium, an establishment that was destroyed by an airplane crash on September 11, 1981. The late president Lyndon B. Johnson worked as an elevator doorman at the city’s Platt Building in 1925. The motorcycle club known as the “Hell’s Angels” got their start in San Bernardino in 1948.

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If you keep birds, here's a reminder: Never preheat pans on high heat -especially nonstick pans. They can let off a chemical that you or I cannot detect but can be a health hazard if your bird friend is in the kitchen area. Don't keep birds in the kitchen when cooking.

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"To mark the end on a roll of tape, save your bread tabs. Stick one on the tape end and it will be ready and easy to start the next time. If it's a thick tape, you can use two clips -- one at either side of the tape. This way, it won't split on you." -- M.E. in Maryland

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When a Spanish explorer sailed into the channel near present-day Santa Barbara in 1602, it happened to be on Saint Barbara’s feast day, a day honoring a Christian martyr who was beheaded by her father in 342 AD for refusing to renounce Christianity. Sebastian Vizcaino named the area Santa Barbara in commemoration. The city’s nickname is “Hollywood of the North,” as hundreds of movies have been filmed there, and it was home to the world’s largest movie studio, Flying A Studios, between 1910 and 1922. Ironically, the soap opera “Santa Barbara” was not filmed there, but rather 89 miles (143 km) east in Burbank. Santa Barbara is also noteworthy as the city where the Motel 6 chain was founded in 1962, offering rooms at $6 per night.

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The honor of the oldest state capital in the United States belongs to Santa Fe, New Mexico, a city founded in 1610. It’s also the capital with the highest elevation at 7,199 feet (2,194 m) above sea level, and home to the oldest surviving church, San Miguel Mission, built in the early 1600s. Before the Europeans came to North America, the natives called the area “White Shell Water Place.” The Spaniards gave it the name of “La Villa Real de la Santa Fe de San Francisco de Asis”, which translates the “Royal Town of the Holy Faith of Saint Francis of Assisi.” In fact, that remains the official full name of the city, and appears on the seal and flag of Santa Fe. The shortened “Santa Fe,” simply means “Holy Faith.” The local museum is housed in the historic adobe Place of the Governors, the oldest government building in the U.S., built in 1610.

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The city of San Antonio, Texas, the seventhmost populous city in the nation, is named after Saint Anthony of Lisbon, a Portuguese Catholic priest who died in 1231. It was founded in 1718 as a Spanish mission and fort by Catholic missionaries. San Antonio became the first chartered settlement in what is now Texas in 1731. The city still contains five 18th-century missions within its boundaries, one of which is the Alamo. Although we think of the Alamo as a military fortress, it was first a mission established in 1718 as Mission San Antonio de Valero for education of the nearby native population. In 1793, the church gave over control of the mission, and the area, including some 30 adobe buildings became a self-governing community. It was occupied by the military in the early 1800s, who renamed it The Alamo, probably because of a nearby grove of cottonwood trees, known in Spanish as “alamo.” In 1836, it was the site of the Battle of the Alamo in the midst of the Texas fight for independence. Mexican general Santa Anna marched 1,500 troops into the area to reclaim Texas and a 10-day battle ensued against about 100 Texans. The 100 soldiers were completely wiped out, including Davy Crockett and Jim Bowie. Before falling into great disrepair, the chapel served as a grocery store. In 1905, the state of Texas purchased what was left of the compound and began preservation. The site receives about 2.5 million visitors annually The city of San Fernando, California is completely surrounded by the city of Los Angeles. Other cities in the San Fernando Valley agreed to be annexed by Los Angeles in the 1910s to receive access to L.A.’s abundant water supply created by a new aqueduct. San Fernando was able to reject the annexation because of their own plentiful groundwater supply. The city is named for the nearby mission that in turn was named for Saint Ferdinand of Spain, who was the King of Spain in the 13th century.

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Christopher Havens, a high school dropout and convicted murderer, taught himself advanced mathematics and solved a decades-old math puzzle involving "continued fractions" while in prison. He then published his findings in an international advanced math journal in January 2020.

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The Grand Canyon is so big that it creates its own weather.

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In August 1971, the Pittsburgh Pirates became the first professional team to have all nine players in the lineup be of Black or Latino descent.

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World War II German interrogator Hanns Scharff's unusual techniques for extracting information -- which included sharing his wife's homemade baked goods, cracking jokes, unsupervised nature walks and afternoon tea -- were so successful that the U.S. military later incorporated them into their own interrogation schools.

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The blood in that infamous "Psycho" shower scene was actually chocolate syrup.

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Because it turns yellow when fully ripe, the Persian lime is not commonly found in markets, as it gets confused for lemons, but is used for most commercial purposes.

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Hungarian composer Franz Liszt received so many requests for locks of his hair that he bought a dog and sent fur clippings instead.

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The Bible is the most commonly stolen book in the world.

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Pill bugs, also known as roly-polys, are not insects but rather crustaceans. They breathe through gills and are more closely related to shrimp and lobsters than other bugs.

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Brunettes are more likely than anyone else to become hooked on nicotine. The high levels of the pigment melanin in their hair also make it difficult for the liver to metabolize the nicotine, keeping it in the system longer and making it easier to become addicted.

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Heritage Health introduces Healthcare at Home Comprehensive medical services included. Heritage Health is proud to introduce Healthcare at Home for patients living in Kootenai County. Healthcare at Home blends existing mprehensive medical care at assisted living and independent living facilities with mobile care for patients unable to visit one of Heritage Health’s locations in Coeur d’Alene, Post Falls and athdrum. “We are excited to continue providing highquality care regardless of the patient’s location,” said Dr. Peter Purrington, Chief Clinical Officer. “And very soon, we will be offering psychiatry and behavioral services to Healthcare at Home, as well as coming to the patient at their home or workplace. The old-fashioned concept of making house calls is new again.” Healthcare at Home is being led by Purrington and Dr. Anthony Rehil-Crest. Rounding out the healthcare team are Tiffany Kugler and Holli Hansen, both nurse practitioners, and Luke Hopkins, a physician assistant. “The Healthcare at Home team is second to none,” said Purrington. “Having local providers is important to our patients.” Healthcare at Home providers can provide a smooth transition from the hospital to an assisted living facility or back to a patient’s home. “The entire organization is behind our Healthcare at Home patients,” said Purrington. “This includes primary care, care management, and nurse triage services. We really enjoy visiting our patients throughout facilities in Kootenai County.” Individuals interested in utilizing Healthcare at Home can contact a customer service representative at Heritage Health (208) 620-5250.

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By Dr. Holly Carling

DAYDREAMING OR INABILITY TO MAINTAIN CONCENTRATION? As a child, I rarely got into trouble unless it was for “daydreaming”. Daydreaming isn’t always bad. Daydreaming can be pleasant thoughts, hopes or ambitions, realistic future planning, a review of past memories, or on the negative – just spacing out. Research has demonstrated that people who daydream are more creative than those who don’t. There are numerous people who are composers, novelists, and filmmakers who develop their ideas while daydreaming. But where is the line drawn between “innocent daydreaming” and a mental aberration referred to as an “inability to concentrate”, “ADD” or being out of touch with reality? It seems today that mostly it is labeled as an inability to concentrate, or ADD and has become more of a psychological disorder than anything innocent. Far too often it is also labeled so the person can be medicated. Why are more and more people struggling with an inability to concentrate? It is common when someone is bored to let their mind wander. But when they want to concentrate, and can’t seem to, we need to look at what factors may be involved. The first to explore is sleep deprivation. Insomnia is so common today, that it surprises me now when new patients tell me they sleep well. Women need 8-9 hours and men need 7-8

hours of sleep per night. A lack of sleep can contribute to an inability to concentrate. Is your life too sedentary? Research shows that exercise helps improve brain function. Getting oxygen to your brain via improved blood flow is good for an alert brain. The other thing the brain needs to function well is good nutrition. The brain needs minerals (from vegetables), fats (good fats such as butter, fish, or avocados), healthy proteins (such as quality meats), some carbohydrate (an overload of carbohydrate actually has the opposite effect) and plenty of hydration (water). Good eating equals a healthy brain. Then there’s stress and fatigue – big factors. People are so tired today, that they now call fatigue “depression”, and medicate for it. Medications for depression are known to dull the senses, so it is no wonder a person can’t focus! In fact, many medications, such as statins (anticholesterol medication), have common side effects of dull thinking, poor memory or inability to concentrate. When stressed or fatigued it is difficult to stay on task. There are many other reasons why someone could suffer from an inability to concentrate that ranges from health challenges, to difficulties at home or work, hormonal imbalances and eating awful foods. Fortunately, there is much we can do to turn it around. Then you could just daydream when you want, and switch back to reality when you need to!

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 208-765- 1994 and would be happy to answer any questions regarding this topic.

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by Freddy Groves

Veterans Progress

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The first customer to purchase one of the tiny homes was a town police officer who'd been sent to investigate a complaint about the parking lot being full of construction materials. "I own the lot," said Sarge. The officer nodded. "Then do what you want." He stepped over to the first tiny home and peeked in. Within a half hour, the officer had chosen his flooring and exterior cladding, signed a purchase agreement and put down a cash deposit, the $17 he had in his pocket. David, the homeless veteran foreman of the Veterans Village project, stood gripping the $17 after the officer left. "I've just sold my first tiny home," he said to Sarge, amazed and stunned. "He'll be back tomorrow with a cashier's check for the whole thing." Sarge patted him on the shoulder and headed into the coffee shop, where he pulled out his phone and punched in some numbers. By 10 o'clock the next morning, the second tiny home was also sold, full of custom extras. By noon, David was at the counter in the coffee shop, Sarge at his elbow, while he tapped frantically at a calculator and consulted a notebook of costs."Can this be right? Is this possibly be right?" Sarge checked the math, tapping the calculator: sales prices minus cost of materials, minus carpenter wages, minus, minus, minus, until he hit grand total. "That's right." David slumped onto a stool. "Sell two more tiny homes and I'll be able to put something down on that land," he said, "before it's gone." Sarge ran a hand down his jaw, considering the secret he'd been keeping. Then he pulled a muchfolded savings bank statement from his back pocket and handed it to David. "This is from the old vets here," Sarge said, "plus their families, plus many others, plus a state grant, to help you get Veterans Village started. For you to buy the land and pay cash. You'll own it outright." (c) 2021 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Help! My Cats Have Started Fighting

By Rachel Rose Photo Credit: Disney+ Photo Caption: Peyton Elizabeth Lee in "Doogie Kamealoha, M.D." "Doogie Kamealoha, M.D." (TV-PG) -- As the trend of TV reboots continues, we now have this updated version of the early '90s sitcom "Doogie Howser, M.D." This time around the teenaged physician is a girl who's balancing hospital rounds with time off surfing with friends in her home state of Hawaii. The 10-episode series stars 17-year-old Peyton Elizabeth Lee (who isn't actually Hawaiian, so slight casting fail there). The original theme song now played on ukulele is a nice nostalgic touch. (Disney+) "Sweet Girl" (R) -- In a very timely plot, Jason Momoa plays Ray Cooper, a Pittsburgh bluecollar worker who loses his young wife to cancer. Blaming a pharmaceutical company's CEO for his wife's death after the company pulls a lifesaving medication from the market, Ray vows vengeance against him. His teenaged daughter, Rachel, insinuates herself into Ray's violent attacks, and the two soon find themselves fleeing authorities. Fair warning, there are lots of graphic fight scenes that are painful to watch. But a plot twist changes the whole dynamic of the film, so you may end up watching it twice. (Netflix) "9/11: Inside the President's War Room" (NR)-- With all the previous documentaries that have come out over nearly 20 years, it's hard to imagine there is still unseen footage, but such is the claim by the BBC production team bringing this doc just prior to the anniversary of 9/11. Narrated by Jeff Daniels, the film centers on the vantage points of President George Bush's main advisers in the 12 hours following the Twin Tower strikes, from Vice President Dick Cheney and national security adviser Condoleezza Rice, to the president's Secret Sservice detail, his press secretary and the pilot of Air Force One. Hundreds of never-before-seen photographs and archived film give a new insight into the decisionmakers on that horrific day. (Apple TV+) "First Wives Club" (TV-14) -- This BET original series isn't really a reboot of the hugely successful 1996 movie, it's more like a reinterpretation of it in episodic form. It still focuses on three long-time friends who all find themselves divorcing their cheating or otherwise dubious husbands at the same time, but that's where the similarities end. The jokes fall flat and the writing is uninspiring. Singer Jill Scott is dynamic, but her talents are underutilized here. (BET+) (c) 2021 King Features Synd., Inc.

DEAR PAW'S CORNER: My two cats, Mitsy and Bitsy, got along well for nearly five years. Bitsy is 11 years old, about six years older than Mitsy. In the past couple of months, they squall and squabble with each other every time they're in the same room. What is going on, and how do I stop it? -- Cara C., Albuquerque, New Mexico DEAR CARA: Take both of your cats to the veterinarian as soon as an appointment is available. Because the behavior just recently started after years of tranquility, a health issue could be at the root of their fighting. Senior cats are especially likely to develop conditions that cause them to be cranky or more territorial than usual. Pain from arthritis or other conditions can be a big factor in making Bitsy irritable, tired and just not in the mood to hang out with Mitsy. Likewise, Mitsy could be developing a medical condition; it's best to rule out physical problems in both cats. Once their health has been assessed and treatment, if necessary, started, then the hard work of reconciling the two can begin. Keep the cats separated at first -- on opposite sides of the house, if possible, in closed rooms. Each day, reintroduce them by placing a small plate of food in front of each door and letting them out. If they calmly eat, then the next day, move both plates closer. Observe the cats as they eat; if they begin to growl or tense up, put both back into their rooms before they escalate -- fighting is very traumatic for them. Shift the bowls back a bit and try again. Send your questions, comments or tips to ask@pawscorner.com. (c) 2021 King Features Synd., Inc.

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1. TELEVISION: What is Yogi Bear's home in the animated "The Yogi Bear Show"? 2. GAMES: How many answers are possible in the Magic 8-Ball game? 3. LITERATURE: What is the Grinch's home in "How the Grinch Stole Christmas!"? 4. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What is a penny mostly made of? 5. GEOGRAPHY: What is the only country that borders the United Kingdom? 6. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What kind of creature is a mandrill? 7. MOVIES: Which rock group does The Dude hate in "The Big Lebowski"? 8. FOOD & DRINK: In which decade did the first Taco Bell open? 9. MUSIC: Which city is the setting for Eminem's "8 Mile"? 10. AD SLOGANS: What product is advertised as being "good to the last drop"? Answers 1. Jellystone Park 2. 20 3. Mount Crumpit 4. Zinc coated with copper 5. Ireland 6. A monkey 7. The Eagles 8. 1960s (1962) 9. Detroit 10. Maxwell House coffee (c) 2021 King Features Synd., Inc.

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• On Sept. 22, 1598, 26-year-old playwright Ben Jonson is indicted for manslaughter after a duel. He was very nearly hanged, but his ability to read and write saved him. He claimed "benefit of clergy," which allowed him to be sentenced by the lenient ecclesiastical courts. In his time, Jonson was as famous as Shakespeare. • On Sept. 25, 1789, the first Congress of the United States proposes 12 amendments to the U.S. Constitution, and sends them to the states for ratification. Ten were ratified and are known as the Bill of Rights. • On Sept. 21, 1866, H.G. Wells, pioneer of science fiction, is born in Bromley, England. In 1895, he published his classic novel "The Time Machine" about a man who journeys to the future. The book was a success, as was "The War of the Worlds" (1898). • On Sept. 20, 1881, Chester Arthur is inaugurated, becoming the third person to serve as president in that year. In March, President Rutherford Hayes turned over the reins of government to James Garfield, who was assassinated July 2 by a crazed gunman. Arthur, the vice president, was sworn in the next day. • On Sept. 26, 1928, work begins at Chicago's new Galvin Manufacturing Corporation. In 1930, Galvin would introduce the Motorola radio, the first mass-produced car radio. (The name had two parts: "motor," evoking cars, and "ola" derived from "Victrola" record players.) • On Sept. 24, 1968, CBS airs the first episode of the pioneer newsmagazine show "60 Minutes," which would become the longestrunning prime-time show in American television history. The first episode featured coverage of the Richard Nixon and Hubert Humphrey presidential campaigns. (c) 2021 Hearst Communications, Inc. All Rights Reserved

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Looking forward in life requires planning and insight.

By Matilda Charles

Listen Up: Engage Your Brain With Podcasts Have you ever listened to a podcast? A podcast is a digital audio or video file that you can access from the internet. They're often in a series that you can tune into one at a time, almost like radio on demand. They're usually associated with a website where you can find out what's available and a schedule for new ones. You can listen or watch on your computer, phone or tablet, but you'll need an app (application) if you want to download and take it with you, unless your phone has one pre-installed. One way to find entertaining podcasts is to plug one of your areas of interest into a web browser and add "podcast" to see what comes up. Or as a place to start, look at AARP's website (www.aarp.org/podcasts) and see what it offers. Right now, there are podcasts about various scams, protecting your finances and high prescription-drug prices, all worth a listen. Scroll to the bottom of the page for instructions. If you search the internet for podcasts, you'll find vintage radio programs, celebrities, financial information, stories from history, news, brain stretchers, sports themes, stress reduction and so much more. There must be hundreds of thousands of podcasts out there to choose from. Try a search for "podcasts for seniors" to see what surprises pop up. Another way to keep your brain stretched is with online classes, called MOOCs, which stands for massive open online courses. There are thousands you can audit for free, attending remotely without ever leaving home. You don't receive credit for audited classes. Coursera (www.coursera.org) is your go-to source for online learning. (At this writing, it lists 1,782 free courses from 200 universities.) Or see Edx (www.edx.org), co-founded by Harvard and MIT, for information on their 3,000 classes to audit for free. For more listings, see MOOCs at www.mooc.org. (c) 2021 King Features Synd., Inc.

One step in that planning is to examine financial preparedness for care requirements that might be forthcoming. Long-term Care Insurance just might be a remarkable tool to cover the costs of home care, assisted living, adult daycare, respite care, hospice care and more. “As we get older, we may need a little more help. Sometimes we reach the point when we’re unable to care for ourselves—because of an illness, injury, gradual frailty, or a sever cognitive impairment such as Alzheimer’s disease. We may need help with daily activities, or more specialized care. That’s where longterm care insurance comes in—you could receive thousands of dollars in benefits to help pay for the care you may need in the future. Doesn’t that sound better than tapping into your retirement savings to pay for your care?” (Long-term Care Insurance Policy Guide, State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance, 06-2016, p. 1) Here are some insights to encourage the reader to consider the possibilities of such

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coverage. “A complete retirement plan includes coverage for life’s unknowns, including the possibility of needing care for an extended amount of time. A key statistic that you may have already seen is that 7 out of 10 individuals age 65 or older will need some type of long-term care assistance in their lifetime. (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, National Clearinghouse for Long-Term Care Information, www.longtermcare.gov/the-basics (accessed April 2015). Since estimated costs can exceed $90,000 annually (John Hancock 2016 Cost-ofCare Survey), choosing to retain the risk of an extended care event can have a devastating impact on your retirement goals. It is important to understand the differences in the options available to you. ” (Wells Fargo Advisors, 1016-04192, p. 1) At The Lodge Assisted Living Homes, we highly recommend that the reader seek professional guidance in taking steps to plan for the future. Also, we welcome Long-term Care Insurance coverage for our residents and celebrate the relief that it provides.

Linda Davis Director of building relationships. 208.457.3403 www.LodgeLiving.net

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SALOME'S STARS FOR WEEK OF SEPT. 13, 2021 --ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Mars, your ruling planet, helps you deal with career challenges in a way that reflects some of your own hidden strengths. This impresses some important decision-makers. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Your strong Bovine will, combined with your romantic nature (you are ruled by Venus), helps turn a romance with a potential for problems into one with morepositive possibilities. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Mercury's influence creates some unsettling moments, but nothing that you can't live with. You'll soon learn more about that major change that is about to be revealed. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Opportunities for you are like the phases of the Moon: constantly appearing and reappearing. So, cheer up. The opportunity you think you let slip by will be replaced by another. LEO (July 23 to August 22) An opportunity that you hoped would open up for you remains closed. Stop wasting time scratching at it. Something else you'll like will soon make itself apparent and accessible. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Congratulations. You'll soon hear some positive feedback for all the hard work you recently put into a project. A Pisces could soon swim into your personal life. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Someone whose friendship you felt you had to write off will try to revive it. What you do is up to you. But don't do it without giving it considerable thought. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A jobrelated plan might need to be reworked to allow for changes. Lucky for you that Saturn remains a strong influence that can help you focus on getting it done right. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) This is a good time to move into areas of self-discovery. You might be surprised about who you really are and how you really relate to those around you. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Expect to confront someone who will make an unwelcome request. Stand by your resolve to do the right thing no matter what "persuasion" might be offered. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) A friendly competition could become more contentious than you expected. Take time out to discuss the reasons behind this unexpected change, and act accordingly. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You have a wonderful mind for solving mysteries, so you should feel confident about solving the one developing very close to you. An unlikely source offers help. BORN THIS WEEK: You're a great host or hostess. You love being with people, and you're very good about planning all sorts of social events that bring folks together. (c) 2021 King Features Synd., Inc.

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