of Kootenai County, Idaho Issue #46 Nov. 13th 2017Issue #43 Oct. 21st 2019 of Kootenai County, Idaho
www.tidbitscda.com
For Ad Rates call: (208) 755-9120
TIDBITS® ADMIRES THE OCTOPUS
by Janet Spencer Come along with Tidbits as we admire the amazing world of octopuses! OCTOPUS FACTS • The plural of octopus is not actually “octopi”, because “octopus” derives from the Greek words meaning “eight foot,” and the plural ending “-i” is Latin. The true Greek plural would be “octopodes” but the standard English word is “octopuses.” • There are about 250 species of octopus known so far. The largest is the Giant Pacific octopus which inhabits the northern Pacific Ocean off the United States up to Alaska and around Japan. The suckers on their arms are three inches (7.6 cm) in diameter. Each sucker can lift 30 pounds (13.6 kg), and there are about 1,600 suckers altogether, divided between the eight arms. • The largest octopus ever found was a Giant Pacific octopus that weighed 600 pounds (272 kg) with an arm span of 32 feet (9.7 m). • The Giant Pacific octopus is also among the longest-lived species, but still usually only reaches the age of three or four years. • The smallest octopus is the Octopus wolfi found in shallow waters of the western Pacific. It is smaller than an inch (2.5 cm) long and weighs less than an ounce. (continued next page)
evelyn2318@gmail.com
Page 2
TIDBITS of Kootenai County, Idaho Issue #43 Oct. 21st OCTOPUS (cont) • An octopus has three hearts. Two of the three hearts pump blood to the gills, while the third circulates blood to the rest of the body. • A human has one brain with four distinct lobes, with each lobe in charge of a different function. An octopus has nine brains with up to 75 different lobes. They use one central brain to control the nervous system and a small brain in each arm to control movement. • Some people call octopus appendages “tentacles”, but that is incorrect; they are actually “arms.” Arms have suckers along their entire length, while tentacles have suckers only at the tip. This means that octopuses have eight arms and no tentacles, but cuttlefish, nautiluses, and squids have eight arms and two tentacles. • The muscles in the arms are more similar to the muscles in a human tongue than to the human bicep. An octopus can turn its arms into a rigid rod, and can also shorten them in length by up to 70%. Its arm muscles can resist the strength of a pull amounting to 100 times the weight of the octopus. • Octopuses can taste with their entire bodies, most especially in their suckers. The suckers can be folded in half and have such dexterity that they can untie a knotted string. When an octopus grabs a fish with the end of an arm, the arm does not deliver the fish directly to the mouth. Instead, the fish is passed the length of the arm, from one sucker to the next, like moving down a conveyor belt. • Three-fifths of the neurons of an octopus are located in their arms rather than their brains. When severed, an arm can carry on for several hours as if nothing is wrong. When an octopus loses part of an arm, it can regenerate it in as little as six weeks. (cont)
www.tidbitscda.com
CONTACT INFO FOR TIDBITS of Kootenai County
Evelyn Bevacqua Howe 212. W. Ironwood Dr., Suite D,# 224 Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 Cell: 208.755.9120 Email: Tidbitscda@gmail.com www.tidbitscda.com Facebook tidbitscda
* “You set a curfew and a bedtime for your children because you know that kids need a good amount of sleep to keep those little bodies growing and their minds happy. Do you do the same for yourself? It’s tempting to stay up late zoning out after the kids are (finally) in bed, but make sure you get your rest, too. Set a bedtime and stick to it.” -- T. in Oklahoma * Love your pod coffee maker but hate the waste? Almost every brand has some sort of reusable filter that you can purchase. They are cost-efficient and much better for the environment. As a bonus, just add those used coffee grounds to your compost pile or sprinkle them in your garden. * “My grandma came to visit and left behind a box of bunion pads. Since she didn’t want them back, I used them on the bottom of my kitchen chairs to keep them from scraping up the floor. They are self-stick, and they worked like a charm.” -- E.S. in Indiana * Self-care tip: Sometimes taking care of yourself means saying yes, and sometimes it means saying no. Turn off push notifications from smartphone apps and email when they aren’t absolutely necessary. You’ll find it easier to focus, and odds are good that you won’t really miss anything important. Schedule check-in times through the day if needed. * “I have found a great second use for a coffeecan lid. Use it to catch paint drips when you’re painting a ceiling or the underside of anything. Just cut a slit in the lid and slip it over the brush handle. That way, the paint drips on the saucer, and saves you a sleeve.” -- O.J. in North Carolina Send your tips to Now Here’s a Tip, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803. (c) 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.
TIDBITS of Kootenai County, Idaho Issue #43 Oct. 21st 2019 OCTOPUS (cont) • Octopus eyes are strikingly similar to human eyes. However, there are differences: the octopus can see polarized light which humans cannot; it has wide-angle panoramic views instead of seeing only what’s ahead of it; and each eye can swivel independently. Octopuses are able to keep their eyes in the same orientation regardless of their body position. Sensors keep the pupils balanced as the octopus moves, which allows it to see the same whether it is upside down or right-side up. It also has horizontal pupils, while humans have round ones. • Human vision can see clearly to the horizon but an octopus can see clearly only about 8 feet (2.5 m) away. Furthermore, humans can see in a full spectrum of color, whereas the octopus can see only in shades of black, white, and grey, making it all the more astonishing that its skin can change into so many colors that cannot even be detected by the color-blind octopus. Just as humans are either right-handed or left-handed, an octopus is either right-eyed or left-eyed. • Scientists recently found that octopus skin contains the same light-sensitive proteins present in octopus eyes, meaning an octopus’s skin can sense and respond to light without information from the eyes or brain. • Octopuses are expert at camouflage. One researcher witnessed an octopus changing colors 177 times in a single hour. Their skin can change into complex patterns of spots, stripes, and blotches every place on the body except the suckers and the mouth opening. They can even produce “light shows” on the skin in moving patterns that imitate things like passing clouds, which gives the optical illusion of making it look like the octopus is moving when it’s really completely still. It can even control skin texture, while also altering its body shape, in order to mimic other creatures. (cont)
Page 3
Page 4
® of Idaho TIDBITS of Kootenai Issue #43 Oct. 21st 2019 TidbitsCounty, Dallas County OCTOPUS (cont) • Octopuses change color to indicate mood, with red generally indicating excitement while white denotes relaxation. An octopus presented with a puzzle or a problem undergoes rapid changes in color. The deadly blue ring octopus of Australia will send dozens of electric blue rings all over its body when it is feeling threatened. • How do you tell a male from a female? Examine the tip of the third right arm. If it has suckers all the way to the tip, it’s female. If not, it’s a male. The tip of the third right arm on the male is kept carefully curled up because the tip is the organ that he places inside the female’s mantle opening in order to deliver a packet of sperm which she stores. • How do you tell the age of an octopus? You don’t. Growth rate depends on many factors including temperature of the water. • Over the course of three weeks, a typical Giant Pacific octopus may lay as many as 100,000 eggs, each the size of a grain of rice, shaped like a teardrop, and carefully woven together with a glue-like secretion in a chain resembling braided onions. They hang from the roof and sides of the den, carefully guarded by their mother. They are fertilized by sperm that the father donates, and the mother stores in a gland until it’s needed. • The ink squirted by an octopus acts as a smoke screen so it can get away from predators, but it also contains substances that affect the predator, including an enzyme that irritates the eyes and clogs the gills, and a hormone that affects circulation. The ink can also dull the attacker’s ability to smell and taste. Scientists were befuddled to find that the ink also contains the “feel-good” hormone dopamine and theorize it may drug potential predators into complacency, while also sedating potential prey. If an octopus is unable to escape its own cloud of ink, it may die.
www.tidbitscda.com
* It was Austrian philosophical author Robert Musil who made the following sage observation: “It’s not the genius who is 100 years ahead of his time but average man who is 100 years behind it.” * Here’s a sign of our increasingly cluttered lives: When the National Association of Professional Organizers was formed in 1985, it had five members. Today there are more than 3,500 registered organizers with the group. * Despite many people’s assumptions, the word “bayou” doesn’t come from French; it’s from the Choctaw word “bayuk.” * Those who study such things say that in tunnels that have lighting on the sides rather than above, the placement of those lights can influence the likelihood of people speeding. Evidently, the farther apart the side lights are placed, the faster drivers go. * Florida famously harbors many species of orchid -- and one of them smells so bad that it’s been known to make bees sick. It’s called the Violent Stench. * In February of this year, a Japanese man named Yuya Yamada broke his own Guinness World Record for the largest hula hoop spun around the body three consecutive times -- the hoop in question measured 17.72 feet in diameter. * If you harbor overmuch ill will toward your mother-in-law, you could be described as “pentheraphobic.” * It was Britain’s Prince Albert who originated the boutonniere. It seems that while they were courting, Queen Victoria offered a small bouquet of flowers to her future husband. Prince Albert used his pocketknife to cut a hole in the lapel of his jacket and put the stems of the bouquet through it. Thought for the Day: “If you watch a game, it’s fun. If you play at it, it’s recreation. If you work at it, it’s golf.” -- Bob Hope (c) 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.
TIDBITS of Kootenai County, Idaho Issue 505-0674 #43 Oct. 21st 2019 For Advertising Call (334)
COUCH THEATER -- DVD PREVIEWS
PHOTO: Scene from “Toy Story 4” Photo Credit: Disney/Pixar
a trip to Sweden to witness a rare midsummer festival in a remote village. The sun overhead is unrelenting, but so is Dani’s growing sense of unease with the villagers’ rituals. The visitors are given psychedelics, which only exacerbate the burgeoning paranoia. As the festival unfolds, the invitees become part of the ceremonies in ways that they hadn’t imagined. “Annabelle Comes Home” (R) -- Right on time for Halloween party fare, we revisit the incredibly creepy facets of the Conjuring Universe. Experts in the field of demonic possession, Lorraine and Ed (Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson) attempt to once and for all squelch the threat of Annabelle’s porcelain pout by encasing her in sanctified glass in their locked room of other dark objects. But when the parents are away, the kids will play -- including a family friend who sneaks into the locked lair and unknowingly releases Annabelle and a whole host of her unholy friends. It’s creepy-scary, but not terribly so. “Red Joan” (R) -- Was Joan Stanley (Judi Dench in present time, Sophie Cookson in flashbacks) a patriot or a traitor? This is the determination to be made when the octogenarian is arrested in a quiet English village. As a young college physics student at Cambridge, she became embroiled in a love affair with a Russian sympathizer who influenced her into later giving up nuclear secrets learned in her job at a hush-hush research facility. The pace is a little slow and tedious, and Dench really isn’t in it much. Based on the reallife story of Melita Norwood.
“Toy Story 4” (PG) -- Woody (Tom Hanks), Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen) and the gang return in the fourth installment of the Pixar powerhouse series “Toy Story.” Our newly minted kindergartener Bonnie creates a best friend out of craftpile remnants and a plastic spork, but the new toy emerges with an existential crisis -- Why am I alive and not garbage? Woody responds by taking “Forky” (Tony Hale) under his wing. But when Bonnie takes the whole gang on a road trip vacation, Forky gets lost and Woody will need to enlist some old friends (the long-lost Bo Peep, voiced by Annie Potts) and new friends (Keanu Reeves as a motorcycle stuntman) to save him. As always, the Toy Story franchise isn’t afraid to tackle the big ideas -- mortality, and what makes us who we are -- and give it the empathy it deserves. “Midsommar” (R) -- Troubled college student Dani (Florence Pugh) has had her fair share of personal tragedy. And although her relationship (c) 2019 King Features Synd., Inc. with fellow student Christian (Jack Reynor) is on the rocks, she joins him and his friends for
Page 5
Page 6
TIDBITS ofTidbits Kootenai® County, Idaho Issue #43 Oct. 21st 2019 of Dallas County
www.tidbitscda.com
By Dr. Holly Carling
FOGGY DAY, FOGGY BRAIN
Well, the foggy, overcast days are upon us again. During those days, we sometimes feel down, lethargic, melancholy and simply the antithesis of happy. When the sun comes up we feel more energetic, bright and cheerful. Symptoms of “brain fog” are similar, but don’t generally disappear when the sun comes out. Brain fog, also known as brain fatigue, manifests as difficulty focusing, concentrating, recalling words or names and even, if severe enough, mental confusion. Some experience anxiety and irritability, forgetfulness, trouble remembering details, and feeling lethargic, down or hopeless. There can be low grade fogginess, or severe (mental confusion), that can last hours, days, weeks and even months. This is getting to be way too common. Over the past decade, I have seen a significant increase in patients with “foggy brain”, “foggy thinking” and the other associated maladies mentioned above. What causes brain fog? I wish it were simple, but it isn’t. There are so many contributing factors, generally several factors involved, that we need a detective to figure it all out! There are starting points in putting together specific factors: Certain health conditions contribute to brain fog: poor blood quality, such as anemia or thick blood due to high triglycerides, cholesterol or blood sugar; blood sugar issues (high or low); endocrine disorders or insufficiency such as hypothy roidism, adrenal insufficiency, sex hormone or brain hormone imbalances; chronic fatigue and
fibromyalgia syndromes; toxic overload; autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, MS, lupus, Epstein Barr, etc.; frequent and/or severe headaches or migraines; Sjogren syndrome or Alzheimer’s; mental/emotional problems and others. We need to be asking what the underlying causes are for these health conditions, in the same way we are asking what causes brain fog, then remedy those underlying factors. When these health conditions are resolved, so is the brain fog. Inflammation caused by chronic infection (viral, bacterial, fungal or parasitic) can also cause brain fog. While it is possible this infection is in the brain, it is less likely, and more likely to be systemic. It can happen in any organ, or tissue, including the mouth. Dietary inadequacies. Vitamins, minerals, fats and proteins are essential to healthy functioning of the brain. But not all vitamins (especially), minerals, fats and proteins are the same. Some vitamin supplements are so full of chemicals that, not only do they not support health, they can actually contribute to brain fog! Some things in our diets contribute to brain fatigue (sugar and others), and some are very helpful. This warrants much more discussion than space allows in this article. In short, there is much you can do to resolve brain fatigue. The first step is to consult with a practitionerdetective that can do the right tests and ask the right questions to get down to the root of your fog, and bring you back to sunshine!
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.
TIDBITS of Kootenai County, Issue505-0674 #43 Oct. 21st 2019 For Advertising CallIdaho (334)
Congressional Offices in VetDressing Up Pooch for Halerans Hospitals I can’t imagine this being OK anywhere else: loween Members of Congress have commandeered space in Department of Veterans Affairs hospitals to use as their personal offices. It started with one, and quickly grew to six U.S. representatives in one state who’ve set up shop in hospitals. They want to talk to veterans, they say. The VA wants them out by the end of the year. It wants the space back for medical purposes. One congressman claims it’s personal because of something he said in a meeting with the VA. Snarling has gone back and forth, as VA Secretary Robert Wilkie has said that the representatives already have offices in Washington, D.C., and their districts. Legally, he says, he’s found nothing that says it’s OK for members of Congress and their staffs to set up shop in VA hospitals. They were given occupancy permits with a time limit, and now they’re refusing to move out. One has made public statements that the VA says are untrue, which got a heated letter in response. Back and forth they go. In retaliation, the congressmembers drafted a bill that would force the VA to provide space for them to talk to veterans. The bill is currently sitting in committee. An identical bill died in committee last year. This, of course, raises questions. If the bill becomes law, does it mean every VA facility would have to provide space? What about those that aren’t hospitals per se, but do serve veterans, such as community clinics, assisted living and nursing homes, outpatient clinics and vet centers? How much time are congressmen likely to spend in those spaces, when they have others? Who’s going to pay for any renovations? Of the 535 members of Congress, only six are pushing for dedicated space. The others manage to conduct business without it. (c) 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My 2-year-old pooch “Sookie” and I have been invited to three separate Halloween-themed play dates, plus we are walking in a doggy parade to raise funds for the local shelter. Naturally, costumes are expected at all these events. Problem is, Sookie cannot stand to wear anything heavier than a doggie jumper. What kind of costume would work for this type of dog? -- Geraldine, via email DEAR GERALDINE: Halloween-themed play dates with costumes are pretty much for the guests’ entertainment -- the dogs could care less. They just want to socialize with the other dogs. Wearing a costume that your dog is clearly uncomfortable in is no fun for Sookie. Look for practical costuming ideas that Sookie won’t notice. If she is OK with doggie sweaters, how about a sweater with a superhero emblem printed on it? What about a Halloween-themed bandanna, if she’s comfortable wearing one? A decorated collar or leash also is fine. If you don’t want to design the costume yourself, pet stores stock a range of ready-made costumes, or you can order one online. Or four, if you want her to wear a different outfit to each party. You don’t have to go all out, even if the Instagram photos of elaborately costumed pups tempt you to do so. Put Sookie’s comfort and safety first. If you really want her to walk into the parties wearing some creative headgear, try it out at home first. If Sookie can wear a tiara or devil horns for a few minutes without discomfort, you can take it off after showing her to the other guests. If she shakes the headgear off, whines or otherwise seems distressed, don’t use it.
Page 7
Page 88 Page
® ofIdaho TIDBITS of Kootenai County, IssueCounty #43 Oct. 21st 2019 Tidbits Dallas
Q&A with Susan Ashley, MD
Defend Against Colds and Flu
It’s that time of year again. 2 weeks after school is back in session, the number of respiratory infections start to climb. We’ve seen a large uptick in a variety of colds, bronchitis, tonsillitis and pink eye. No cases of flu yet - nationwide, there’s only been a few reported cases of influenza, mostly in Louisiana. How can we protect ourselves from catching everything that is going around? Most people feel powerless to do anything about it, but there are a number of things you can do to strengthen your immune system, making it robust and able to fight all these viruses. First of all, look at your diet. If you are eating sugar, you are suppressing your immune system. Cut out sugar and processed foods, especially fast food. These make it harder for the body to fight any infection and to work well in general. The most healthy fast food are restaurants like Subway and Panda Express, where you actually get whole food and vegetables. Secondly, make sure you are getting adequate sleep. While we sleep there is a lot going on, including the immune system gearing up and fighting infections, If you are not sleeping well, you are compromis
www.tidbitscda.com
ing your immunity, making you more vulnerable.Thirdly, there are a number of supplements that can help. These include: Vitamin D - almost everyone in the NW is low in this crucial vitamin. It is vital for making your immune system more healthy. Normal levels on a lab are 30 or above, but optimal levels are between 70-90. Most adults will require between 4000 IU and 10,000 IU a day to reach this level. I take 10K in the winter and 5K in the summer, and always take with food for better absorption. Zinc - this metal is critical to fight viruses and bacteria. Most need about 20 mg a day, and glycinate is the best absorbed. Vitamin C - one of the biggest immune boosters of all, and a lack of C can make you more prone to getting sick. Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables. As a supplement, liposomal vt C is best absorbed. If you feel yourself getting sick and it’s right before a trip or some other big event, get IV Vt C 50,000 to 100,000mg. When given IV it is a tremendous immune boost, and does not cause any GI side effects. Vitamin E - a powerful antioxidant that helps the body to fight infection. Foods rich in E include nuts, seeds and spinach. Others for immunity include- Elderberry, Echinacea, Andrographis, Astragalus, Ginger, Goldenseal, Maitake mushrooms, Olive Leaf, Oil or Oregano, andlLocally produced Honey. In our office we have supplements called Congaplex, Immuplex and Viragraphis that include a mixture of these which can all be powerful. I take an Immuplex daily along with vitamin D all winter long. You owe it to yourself to booster your protection and stay healthy this winter!
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.
ForofAdvertising 505-0674 TIDBITS Kootenai County,Call Idaho(334) Issue #43 Oct. 21st 2019
* On Nov. 1, 1512, the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel in Rome, one of Italian artist Michelangelo’s finest works, is exhibited to the public for the first time. After demonstrating his mastery of sculpture, Michelangelo was called to Rome in 1508. * On Oct. 31, 1776, in his first speech before British Parliament since the Americans signed the Declaration of Independence, King George III acknowledges that all is not going well for Britain in the war. The British would formally surrender five years later. * On Oct. 30, 1938, Orson Welles causes a nationwide panic with his broadcast of “War of the Worlds” -- a realistic radio dramatization of a Martian invasion of Earth. Welles had little idea of the havoc it would cause among radio listeners. * On Nov. 3, 1948, the Chicago Tribune jumps the gun and mistakenly declares New York Gov. Thomas Dewey the winner of his presidential race with incumbent Harry Truman in a frontpage headline: “Dewey Defeats Truman.” Truman would win by 114 electoral votes. * On Oct. 29, 1956, Israeli armed forces push into Egypt toward the Suez Canal, initiating the Suez Crisis. They would soon be joined by French and British forces. The catalyst for the attack was the nationalization of the Suez Canal by Egyptian leader Gamal Abdel Nasser. * On Oct. 28, 1965, construction is completed on the Gateway Arch, a spectacular 630-foothigh parabola of stainless steel on the waterfront of St. Louis, Missouri. An internal tram system takes visitors to the top of the arch. * On Nov. 2, 1982, a fuel truck in a military convoy explodes in the 1.7-mile long Salang Tunnel in Afghanistan, killing an estimated 3,000 people, mostly Soviet soldiers traveling to Kabul. Believing it to be an attack, troops closed both ends of the tunnel, trapping people inside. (c) 2019 Hearst Communications, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Page Page 99
Page 10
® of Idaho TIDBITS of Kootenai IssueCounty #43 Oct. 21st 2019 TidbitsCounty, Dallas
1. Which singer was born Bobby Pedrick, Jr. in Brooklyn, N.Y.? Hint: He released “Sad Eyes” in 1979. 2. What color was the door in Jim Lowe’s 1956 song? Hint: There was an “eyeball peepin’ through a smoky cloud.” 3. How did Grammy-nominated vocalist Tata Vega get her name? 4. Which Beatles/Paul McCartney song was originally titled “Seventeen”? 5. Name the song that contains this lyric: “Rainy night and we worked all day, We both got jobs ‘cause there’s bills to pay.” Answers 1. Robert John. He had his first hit at age 12 with “White Bucks and Saddle Shoes” in 1958. 2. It was a green door, which was the entrance to a party. 3. She was born Carmen Rosa Vega, but her father called her Tata because that was her first word. She had her name legally changed at age 17. 4. “I Saw Her Standing There,” released in 1963. 5. “Born to Be My Baby,” by Bon Jovi in 1988, released as a single from their “New Jersey” album. The video, shot in a studio, was done in black and white, as were others on the album. (c) 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.
www.tidbitscda.com
For ofAdvertising Call (334) 505-0674 TIDBITS Kootenai County, Idaho Issue #43 Oct. 21st 2019 Got Pain? We have High Tech Health Solutions – Every Wednesday is Demo Day in October
Aches and pains can get in the way of work and pleasure, can slow us down and take us out of the picture sometimes. Chronic pain is especially depressing and debilitating. Pain medications sometime help the symptoms, but they do not cure the problem and they can cause negative side effects. Fortunately, there are alternatives and solutions to dealing with pain naturally without the use of drugs, shots or injections. See: www.hugopemf.com for more information At CDA Health Center, we offer a state-of-the-art option to relieve muscle tension and pain with clinical grade High Intensity Pulsed Electromagnetic Therapy. This is called “PEMF Therapy” and it is used in Sports Medicine at the elite level – Olympic Athletes and Professional Football Teams. The brief explanation is that PEMF’s give the cells a free donation of electrons which improves their capacity to work efficiently and to detoxify in just a half hour session. The movement of the Magnetic Therapy over the muscles increases circulation, breaks up adhesions and causes them to relax and repair. This also provides pain relief that lasts up to 72 hours. Over time with cumulative sessions, pain is resolved. If you would like to learn more, please call to make an appointment or plan on attending our demonstration that is offered every Wednesday in October from 12:10-1:50 at our office near downtown Coeur d’Alene. 1044 Northwest Boulevard, Suite A-205 Sky Professional Center (Just North of Hubbard). See our ad to the right of this article featuring your High Tech Health Hero’s (208) 660-7363 www.cdahealthcenter.com
Dr. Margo Parker, OMD, a licensed acupuncturist with over 30 years in practice and higher education. CDA Health Center located at 1044 Northwest Boulevard in the Sky Professional Center Building. Phone/Text (208) 660-7363 to schedule High Intensity PEMF, Ozone Therapy, or other traditional therapies. We offer HU=GO™ HI-PEMF for mobility and pain relief and Ozone therapies for sinus issues, allergies, skin, scalp conditions and more. www.cdahealthcenter.com
Page 11
Page 12
® ofIdaho TIDBITS of Kootenai County, Issue County #43 Oct. 21st 2019 Tidbits Dallas
www.tidbitscda.com
TIDBITS Kootenai County, Idaho Issue #43 Oct. 21st 2019 ForofAdvertising Call (334) 505-0674
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) It might not be wise to pursue goals involving others, unless you can stop impulsively rejecting new ideas. Either open your mind or wait until next week, when this “ornery” mood passes. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) It’s a good time for the Bovine to be creative and practical for yourself and your surroundings. Shop wisely, not impulsively, and keep your Bull’s eye focused on quality, not quantity. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You should feel more confident about moving ahead with plans that had to be delayed by an unexpected turn of events. Also, family matters might need more time than first anticipated. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Be considerate of others as you move into a new area in your professional life. Take time to meet people and discuss mutual goals. The more you get to know each other, the better. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Creating a fuss could get your ideas noticed quickly. But it would be best to present your case, and then wait for a reaction to follow in due course, rather than try to force it to happen. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Unkept promises might cause plans to go awry this week. You can either grumble about people “letting you down” or find a way to make the best of it and move on. The choice is yours. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Putting off making a commitment early in the week could be a good move. It’s best to act when you know you’re making an informed decision. Expect more facts to emerge by the week’s end. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A recent act of kindness on your part could take on special meaning this week. Also, look for signs of upcoming changes in both your personal and professional relationships. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Many of the tougher communication barriers between you and others in the workplace or at home could begin breaking down this week. Expect some surprises to emerge. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Your “tough love” attitude toward someone you care for could be misunderstood. Try to be less judgmental and show more consideration in the way you relate to that person. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) An unexpected workplace challenge could be daunting. But take what you know (and you know more than you realize) and apply it to the problem, and you should see positive results. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Recent relationship changes for both single and paired Pisces continue to influence much of your week. Keep your focus on developing the positive aspects as you move along.
BORN THIS WEEK:
You set your goals with assurance and influence others to follow suit. You would be an excellent philosopher and teacher. (c) 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.
Page 13
Page 14
® of Idaho TIDBITS of Kootenai County, IssueCounty #36 Sept 2nd 2019 Tidbits Dallas
www.tidbitscda.com
TIDBITS of Kootenai County, Idaho Issue #36 Sept 2nd 2019
Page 15
Page 16
TIDBITS of Kootenai County, Idaho Issue #43 Oct. 21st 2019
www.tidbitscda.com
REMARKABLE PEOPLE PETER GRAY
1. Who broke Hideki Matsui’s major-league record for most career home runs by an Asianborn player (176)? 2. Ted Kluszewski hit 40 or more home runs three times during his 15-year major-league career. How many times did he have a batting average of .300 or better? 3. When was the last time the UCLA football team won a conference championship? 4. Who is the all-time leader in career points scored for the Philadelphia 76ers franchise? 5. Name the last player before Jaden Schwartz of the St. Louis Blues in 2019 to have two hat tricks in one NHL playoff year. 6. Who was the first player to score a goal in five different Women’s World Cups? 7. In 2019, Egan Bernal of Colombia became the third-youngest cyclist (22) to win the Tour de France. Who was the youngest?
Answers 1. The Texas Rangers’ Shin-Soo Choo did it in 2018. 2. Seven times. 3. It was 1998. 4. Hal Greer, with 21,586 points. 5. Detroit’s Johan Franzen, in 2008. 6. Brazil’s Marta (2003-2019). 7. Henri Cornet, who was 19 years, 350 days old when he won it in 1904. (c) 2019 King Features Syndicate, Inc.
• Peter Gray was right-handed up until the day he fell off of a horse-drawn wagon. His right arm got tangled in the moving spokes of the wheels. The wagon driver dropped him off on his front porch of his house, where his horrified parents rushed him to the doctor. The arm was so mangled that it could not be saved, and at the age of 8, Peter Gray became left-handed because that’s the only hand he had left. The year was 1923. • Peter had always loved baseball and losing an arm did nothing to deter his passion. He taught himself to hit, pitch, and field one-handed. By the age of 19 he was playing semi-pro and minor league baseball with a variety of teams. • After Pearl Harbor in 1941, Peter tried to join the Army but was turned away due to being an amputee. He groused about the rejection, saying, “I learned to handle a bat one-handed; I ought to be able to handle a rifle, too!” Instead, he returned to the ball field. • In 1942 he signed with the minor league team called the Three Rivers Club of the Canadian– American League. An enormous crowd turned out to see him play, and he did not let his fans down. In the bottom of the ninth, with two outs and the bases loaded, he approached the plate. He hit a line drive to the right field, which drove in both the tying and winning runs. Overjoyed fans pelted the field with money, and Peter collected about $700. • The turn-out at the games helped him get noticed by the minor league Memphis Chicks, and he was playing for them when a sportswriter dubbed him “the one-armed wonder.” In 1944, he batted .333 and had an incredible 68 stolen bases. That same year he was awarded the Most Valuable Player of the Southern Association, and the Philadelphia Sports Writers Association recognized him as the “Most Courageous Athlete.” (cont)
TIDBITS of Kootenai County, Idaho Issue #43 Oct. 21st 2019 PETER GRAY (cont) • After six seasons with the minor leagues, Peter landed his first major league contract when the St. Louis Browns of the American League purchased his contract from the Chicks for $20,000. Gray played left and center field for the Browns, appearing in 77 games. He batted .218 with a .958 fielding percentage in center field. On May 19, 1945, he fulfilled his lifelong dream and played a double header in Yankee Stadium, collecting five hits and two RBI as the Browns swept the Yankees. The first game ended 10-1 and the second ended 5-1. • However, as the season progressed, it became apparent that he could not hit breaking pitches as well as two-handed batters, due to the fact that he could not change the timing or direction of the swing once it started. Pitchers on opposing teams took advantage of this handicap, throwing curve balls all season long. • When World War II ended and wounded soldiers returned home, Peter Gray visited many hospitals to give hope to other amputees, reassuring them that they could still lead happy and productive lives in spite of missing limbs. • However, the return of soldiers also meant there was no shortage of men to play baseball, and the major leagues had plenty of talented players with two arms to choose from. Peter’s final big league game was played in September of 1945. He returned to the minor leagues for another four seasons.
Brisket Reubens With French Dip
The insanely juicy brisket and dipping sauce come together in your slow cooker. 1 small beef brisket (about 2 1/2 pounds), trimmed and cut into 3 pieces 2 medium onions, sliced 4 cloves garlic, crushed 1 (14 ounce) can beef broth 3 tablespoons soy sauce 6 rolls, split Sauerkraut Sliced Swiss cheese 1. In 6- to 8-quart slow cooker bowl, place beef brisket, onions, garlic, beef broth and soy sauce. Cook on Low 7 to 8 hours or until very tender. 2. Pull meat apart with fork; place on rolls and top each with 2 tablespoons sauerkraut and 1 slice cheese. Broil just until melted. 3. Replace tops of rolls. Serve with cooking liquid for dipping, if desired. Makes 6 servings. * Each serving: About 450 calories, 47g protein, 27g carbs, 17g fat (7g saturated), 2g fiber, 600mg sodium. For thousands of triple-tested recipes, visit our Web site at www.goodhousekeeping.com/foodrecipes/. (c) 2019 Hearst Communications, Inc. All rights reserved
Page 17
By Dana Jackson Q: I know on this season of “American Ninja Warrior” the contestants could win prize money for conquering the Mega Wall, but do they receive any other money for participation? Also, it seems many contestants travel to the different cities even when they’re not competing. I would think that could get fairly expensive if they’re paying for it themselves. -- S.S. A: NBC’s “American Ninja Warrior” is an obstacle course competition held in various cities, culminating in the finalists competing in Las Vegas for a $1 million prize. However, only one person takes home that loot. Everyone else gets squat, although as you mentioned, competitors can win up to $10,000 if they’re able to scale the Mega Wall. According to Looper.com, the ninjas you see succeeding season after season “are finding new ways to make a living based on their athleticism. ... This includes doing commercials and making appearances at gyms and other events.” A self-proclaimed five-time competitor posted anonymously on Reddit that the athletes pay for all their travel expenses unless they’re competing in the national finals. In that case, NBC does cover the cost of the flight, hotel and meals. As for those ninjas who travel to other cities to cheer on their competition, I would imagine that’s on their own dime as well. However, due to the popularity of “ANW,” many of these competitors likely make money off sponsorships and promotions through Instagram, and some have even opened their own gyms.
PHOTO: Frankie Muniz Photo credit: Depositphotos
Q: What health issue does Frankie Muniz from “Malcolm in the Middle” have again? I thought I read he was dealing with something serious a few years ago. -- G.I. A: Muniz, age 33, reportedly has suffered several TIAs (transient ischemic attacks) that have left him with serious memory problems. He recently told People magazine that he has no recollection of some things he’s done, like vacations he took, but that he just tries to live the best and most fulfilling life he can. He’s also looking forward to his upcoming wedding with fiancee Paige Price. Q: We’ve noticed that Matt is not mentioned or seen on “Alaskan Bush People” anymore. What happened to him? -- Pat A: Matt, the 37-year-old son of Billy and Ami Brown on Discovery channel’s “Alaskan Bush People,” completed rehab for alcohol abuse at the Betty Ford Center earlier this year. The 10th season was being filmed during this time, which explains his absence. While he’s not expected to be on the current season, he has signed on to appear in the 11th season. According to Heavy.com, it was Matt’s decision to leave the show temporarily in order to focus on getting clean. According to father Billy: “He’s fighting a hard road. He has for a long time. We just try to let him know that family’s here no matter what.” Send me your questions at NewCelebrityExtra@gmail.com, or write c/o KFWS, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803.
Page 18
TIDBITS of Kootenai County, Idaho Issue #43 Oct. 21st 2019
ORIGINS
Top 10 Video On Demand 1. Yesterday (PG-13) Himesh Patel 2. John Wick: Chapter 3 -- Parabellum (R) Keanu Reeves 3. Aladdin (PG) Will Smith 4. X-Men: Dark Phoenix (PG-13) James McAvoy 5. Shaft (R) Samuel L. Jackson 6. Anna (R) Sasha Luss 7. Child’s Play (R) Aubrey Plaza 8. Rocketman (R) Taron Egerton 9. The Secret Life of Pets 2 (PG) animated 10. Men in Black: International (PG-13) Chris Hemsworth Top 10 DVD, Blu-ray Sales 1. Aladdin (PG) Disney 2. John Wick: Chapter 3 -- Parabellum (R) Lionsgate 3. X-Men: Dark Phoenix (PG-13) FOX 4. Yesterday (PG-13) Warner 5. Shaft (R) Lionsgate 6. Anna (R) FOX 7. Child’s Play (R) Aubrey Plaza 8. Avengers: Endgame (PG-13) Disney/Marvel 9. Godzilla: King of the Monsters (PG-13) Warner Bros. 10. Men in Black: International (PG-13) Sony Pictures
TOP TEN MOVIES 1. Joker (R) Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro 2. Abominable (PG) animated 3. Downton Abbey (PG) Michelle Dockery, Tuppence Middleton 4. Hustlers (R) Constance Wu, Jennifer Lopez 5. It Chapter Two (R) Jessica Chastain, James McAvoy 6. Judy (PG-13) RenŽe Zellweger, Jessie Buckley 7. Ad Astra (PG-13) Brad Pitt, Tommy Lee Jones 8. Rambo: Last Blood (R) Sylvester Stallone, Paz Vega 9. War (NR) Hrithik Roshan, Tiger Shroff 10. Good Boys (R) Jacob Tremblay, Keith L. Williams (c) 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.
www.tidbitscda.com
• In 1791, after the French Revolution overthrew the aristocracy and deposed the king, the first post-revolution French legislature convened. There were 745 members. As it happened, the liberal members were seated to the left of the speaker, and the conservative members were seated to the right. This is thought to be the origin of the terms “left wing” and “right wing.” • When Andrew Jackson was president of the U.S. in the 1830s, a political cartoonist drew Jackson’s head on the body of a jackass. For the rest of his presidency, Jackson was dogged by this image. The donkey began to be used for other Democrats too, eventually coming to symbolize the entire party. Later, cartoonist Thomas Nast drew an illustration depicting President Ulysses S. Grant’s scandal-plagued administration as a marauding elephant. Other cartoonists copied the idea and soon the elephant became the Republican symbol. • A staple food on board a sailing ship was salt pork which did not spoil even without refrigeration. It could be fried or boiled, but resulted in leftover grease, called “slush.” This slush was collected and stored until the ship reached the next port, where there was a market for it. The money earned from selling it was set aside for buying items for the sailors, and was called the “slush fund.” • In physics, a “quantum jump” is when an electron moves from one orbit within an atom to anther orbit. During this process, the atom either loses or gains a photon. A quantum jump is the smallest possible change that can take place within an atom, but it is a sudden change that cannot be anticipated. In science, a “quantum leap” defines a sudden, dramatic, and unanticipated advance in a field, usually coming from an unforeseen direction. (cont)
TIDBITS of Kootenai County, Idaho Issue #43 Oct. 21st 2019 ORIGINS (cont) • During the Middle Ages in London, punishments meted out for various infractions often involved being put to death. There was an area outside the city limits specifically designated for public executions, where the bodies would be left on display as a deterrent to others. As the city grew, new neighborhoods were constructed, fields were cultivated, hunting preserves set aside, but the execution ground was left untouched. It was claimed by no man, and became known as “no man’s land.” The military later picked up on this term to describe the strip of land between warring factions, where certain death awaited anyone who ventured forth. • The Dutch word “kajutes” means “cabin.” During the Middle Ages, thieves lived in secret locations in the forest, inhabiting their “kajutes.” When a group of bandits lived together in one encampment, they were said to be “in kajutes” which became our “cahoots.” • Draco was a lawmaker in Athens around 700 B.C. He was the first person to actually write down all the laws. He didn’t create the laws; he just recorded them for the first time, setting them down on the record. Once they were in writing, many Greek citizens were appalled to see how awful the system of punishment was, where debtors were turned into slaves and petty thievery was punishable by death. As copies of the laws circulated, dissatisfaction grew, until eventually the whole system was thrown out and a new set of more civil rules was instigated. Although Draco did not create the rules, we still site his name when pointing to needlessly harsh punishment, or “draconian” rules.
Polish Pork Chops Pork chops that you can do in the oven or the crockpot. This dish with barley and sauerkraut will fill the bill for a cool autumn day. 2 (14-ounce) cans sauerkraut, well-drained (low sodium, if available) 1 1/2 cups water 2 medium onions, chopped 1/2 cup barley 2 tablespoons brown sugar substitute 2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules 1 teaspoon caraway seeds 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 6 pork chops, about 3/4-inch thick 1/2 cup low-sodium ketchup 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 1. Heat oven to 350 F. Spray a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with butter-flavored cooking spray. 2. In a large bowl, combine sauerkraut, water, onion, barley, brown sugar substitute, bouillon, caraway seeds and black pepper. Spread evenly into prepared baking dish. Trim excess fat from pork chops and arrange on sauerkraut mixture. 3. Mix ketchup and Worcestershire and spread on chops. Cover and bake for 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until pork is done. Serves 6. * Each serving equals: 278 calories, 6g fat, 28g protein, 28g carbs, 474mg sodium, 53mg calcium, 6g fiber; Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Starch, 1 Vegetable. (c) 2019 King Features Syndicate, Inc.
Page 19
Page 20
TIDBITS of Kootenai County, Idaho Issue #43 Oct. 21st 2019
www.tidbitscda.com
WE BUY
NW
HOUSES We are investors that buy houses in North Idaho and the Spokane area. Some people run into challenges when trying to sell a home and there may be a number of reasons why you require a fast house sale. Whatever your reason for seeking a quick property sale, We Buy Northwest Housesis here to pro vide assistance. We are an investment company that can buy your house in a timescale to suit you, regardless of condition or location, meaning you can spend your time on other things. Meanwhile, if you are facing financial difficulties, you may find it useful to know that during the sales process there are no fees or hidden charges for you to pay at any stage. Our team is flexible, very easy to work with, and has a proven track record of making win- win deals together.
How We Help You
We can buy your property or help you stop foreclosure FAST, with absolutely NO COST to you! Do you need to sell your property fast? We buy any type of property in any condition: • Houses, Condos, Townhomes • Ugly, beau ti ful, brand new, we buy it all!
We buy property in any situation:
• Agent unable to sell your property? • Need a short sale? • Purchased another property and still stuck with your old one? • Behind on payments (or about to be)? • Simply want out from underneath the payment? • Facing Foreclosure? • Divorce or separation? • Moving or relocating? • Bankruptcy? • Inherited a property and want to turn it into cash? • Too many landlord headaches? • No situation at all, just want to sell
I got a promotion at work which required a transfer to Montana. I had to sell my house fast, and didn’t know what to do. We Buy Northwest Houses worked with my timeline and gave me the price I needed. — Verna H.
(208) 758-8888
For your free, no cost, stop foreclo sure consultation, call or email us at HelpMeOut@WeBuyNorthwestHouses.com
TIDBITS of Kootenai County, Idaho Issue #43 Oct. 21st 2019
Page 21
Elders often say they want to stay in their own homes.
By Matilda Charles
Staying Safe and Warm
Like it or not, here it comes again: winter, along with snow and ice in many parts of the country. As seniors we need to take extra steps to stay safe, warm and healthy during cold weather. Investigate now whether your grocery store delivers. Groceries brought to your door can be a wonderful help when you can’t get out. Also keep on hand a few days’ worth of extra canned goods such as beans, fruits and vegetables, as well as cereals. Start now to find indoor walking locations, especially if you get lots of snow and ice. Enclosed malls often open early to allow walkers. Look for local indoor tracks, perhaps as part of the parks and rec department. As incentive to keep to a routine, corral a few friends who also want to walk on a regular basis. If nothing else, use the aisles of the big box stores or ask about senior fees at the YMCA. Remember to get out among people. It’s healthier for us to have social connections so we don’t feel isolated, which can lead to depression. Look for an interesting weekly group to join. Call others to check in on days you can’t get out. Check your supply of warm winter clothing. A hat, coat and gloves are a good place to start, followed by socks and a scarf. Remember to dress in loose layers that trap body heat. Hypothermia and frostbite can affect us faster than when we were younger. Put a thermometer outside your door or window so you know what to expect. Be sure you have enough batteries and flashlights in case of a power outages. Contact the National Energy Assistance Referral service at 1-866-674-6327 if you have trouble paying your heating bill, or think you will. Call them sooner rather than later, as many organizations have a set budget amount each year. (c) 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.
They've lived there for decades and see no reason to move. However, many times their neighborhoods have changed so much that they are no longer safe. Even if the neighborhoods are safe, many of the old neighbors have died or moved away, and the elders become isolated. Many times a move to assisted living can give elders a new lease on life. Older homes that seniors hang onto often have bathrooms and bedrooms on a second floor. I've seen seniors sleep on the living room couch because they don't want to make the trip up the stairs to go to bed. This is often unhealthy for their bodies, and if the only bathroom is up a long flight of stairs, they still must climb. Stairs are not only an obstacle because of the energy it takes to climb them, they present a real hazard when it comes to falls. Change can be hard for anyone and elders are often reluctant to change the way things have always been. Decades of their lives may be tied to the home they live in, and the idea of moving away is terrifying, so they insist what they have is what they want. But the old home isn't necessarily the best place for them. Family members or caregivers need to move slowly and with compassion when they try to convince an elder to move from the family home. However, once the adjustment is made, many elders are thrilled with the change. Why? Here are five reasons. Safety. Assisted living centers are set up to provide a safe, comfortable environment for elders… Meals. Appetites can diminish as we age, plus many people don't enjoy eating alone… In assisted living, meals are provided and they often offer many choices of food. But the biggest plus may be that people have company for their meals… Transportation. …they can generally arrange transportation for seniors who need to get to clinic appointments… Less worry. …In assisted living, they don't have to worry about repair responsibilities. If something doesn't work properly, they or a loved one can alert the administration and the problem should be fixed… Socialization. Socialization is perhaps the most important reason why many people who insist that they will hate assisted living end up thriving… In assisted living, even those who swore they'd hate it often find, once they adjust, that they again enjoy the company of peers. They play cards, listen to music, exercise, have snacks, go to community events and have people come in to entertain them… (by Carol Bradley Bursack, Editor-in-Chief, “Elder Care Link”.)
Linda Davis Director of building relationships. 208.457.3403 www.LodgeLiving.net
Page 22
TIDBITS of Kootenai County, Idaho Issue #43 Oct. 21st 2019
www.tidbitscda.com
TIDBITS of Kootenai County, Idaho Issue #43 Oct. 21st 2019
‘Imagination Center’ Is a Place to Create
It’s fall, and winter is on the way -- a time to sort, toss and save. Collecting and squirreling away supplies for artful indoor and outdoor fun with your kids in the months ahead can be a creative activity in itself. If you have space, set aside an area in your home and call it the “Imagination Center”: a place to create! Organize the big stuff in a large bin or box, and smaller “project parts,” like ribbons, buttons and nature finds, along with craft-store items (crayons, paints, brushes, paper and glue) in easy-to-open and -close containers, jars and drawers. Kids love tools, too, like hole punches, pliers, pencil sharpeners and staplers. And don’t forget stuff from the toolbox and hardware store, like sandpaper, wire, nuts and bolts. As you set up your crafty center, think with your children about how you can use ordinary things for something other than their intended use. When you look at your home through another filter, suddenly stuff headed for the recycle bin can take on amazing possibilities: -- Plain paper bags for making garlands and holiday wrapping paper -- Buttons and lace off old clothes for decorating doll clothes or for jazzing up a Halloween costume
-- Blooper or unused printed family photos for designing personalized cards and posters -- Pine cones outside your door for creating miniature forest people and animals -- Ribbons off opened presents for colorful ties on baked-good gifts --Yarn for stringing, trimming and tying anything -- Milk and juice jugs for birdfeeders -- Egg cartons and yogurt containers for sorting small stuff -- Tin cans for handy, attractive containers for paintbrushes, colored pencils and scissors. Once you’ve gathered everything and you’re ready to create and play, you can just dig in; pull out a bin for the large things and a drawer for the little things, and get to having fun. MAKE BUSY BOXES Put aside a box or two and designate and label with special themes for pretend play. Fill them with items related to the topic as you collect them and save for when friends come by. For example, fill one with items to play “supermarket,” such as play money, empty food boxes and tote bags. *** Donna Erickson’s award-winning series “Donna’s Day” is airing on public television nationwide. To find more of her creative family recipes and activities, visit www.donnasday.com and link to the NEW Donna’s Day Facebook fan page. Her latest book is “Donna Erickson’s Fabulous Funstuff for Families.” (c) 2019 Donna Erickson Distributed by King Features Synd.
TIDBITS PUZZLE ANSWERS
Page 23