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TIDBITS® SNUGGLES IN TO HOME SWEET HOME by Kathy Wolfe Call it what you will – habitat, abode, quarters, castle, digs, estate, haven, nest, residence, villa, shelter, bungalow, casa, hut, lodge, shack, dwelling – there’s no place like home! • The first log cabins built in America were constructed by Swedish and Finnish immigrants. The nation’s oldest log cabin, the Nothnagle Log House, was built in 1638 by Finnish settlers near Gibbstown, New Jersey. It’s assumed that the family was fairly well-off because of the cabin’s size, 16 x 22 feet, compared to the average size of that period of 12 x 12 feet. The cabin has endured because it was constructed from oak, a hardwood. The original dirt floor was replaced with a wood floor in 1730. • Log cabins were a popular choice in the 17th century because materials were abundant, and they required only two tools to build. A single man could build a small cabin in just a week or two, while a team of three could wrap it up in a few days. • The spaces between the logs in a cabin were filled with stones, small slats of wood, and moss, then packed tightly with mud, a process known as chinking. Wood floors were fashioned from puncheons, which were halved timbers with one face finished flat. Windows were covered with greased paper or animal skins to keep the drafts out.

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Five U.S. presidents were born in a log cabin – Andrew Jackson, James Polk, James Buchanan, Abraham Lincoln, and James Garfield. Although we think of Illinois as the Land of Lincoln, Abe was actually born near Hodgenville, Kentucky. Tourists who visit the site of Lincoln’s birthplace will see a cabin “representative of the type of cabin that Lincoln’s family would have lived in when he was born in 1809.” The original cabin is long gone. A Greek-style temple constructed in 1909 houses the replica cabin that is built from logs from the period. About ten days and one acre of sod were needed to build a 12 x 14 foot sod house on the Great Plains. Rectangles of sod measuring 1 x 2 feet were stacked to form the walls. Colorful wildflowers were often seen sprouting from the roof. The Homestead Act of 1862 provided 160 acres of free land, as long as the homesteader was 21 years old, paid an $18 filing fee, built a home, farmed the land, made improvements, and had continuous residence for five years. There were 4 million homestead claims, with just 1.6 million deeds actually obtained. An Indiana doctor named Brewster Higley acquired land in Smith County, Kansas in 1871 under the Homestead Act and built a cabin along West Beaver Creek. He loved his surroundings so much, he penned a poem entitled “My Western Home,” which was published by the local newspaper in 1874. His friend, Daniel Kelley, a Rhode Island musician and Civil War veteran, set the words to music. “Oh, give me a home where the buffalo roam” was the opening line of the well-known cowboy serenade we know as “Home on the Range.” It’s the official state song of Kansas.

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"Snow will better slide off a shovel that has been sprayed with furniture polish." -- T.L. in Minnesota

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Here's an old tip, but a good one: Before going away on vacation, put a couple of ice cubes in a plastic baggie, and set it at the front of the freezer. When you return, if there is any evidence of melting, you will know you lost power while you were gone. If the bag is one big, flat cube, you lost power long enough to suspect all your refrigerator items of being spoiled.

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To temporarily get a winter frost effect on a window, use this fun recipe: Dissolve 4 to 6 tablespoons of Epsom salts in a beer. When the salt is dissolved, dip a clean rag in the mixture and wipe it on your windowpane. As it dries, crystals will form, creating a frost effect. This is a great solution for a window you don't want to be clear but also don't want to permanently alter. The effect washes off with soap and water.

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"If you get a residue inside your coffee cups when they go through the dishwasher, it might be time to give your machine a onceover. In the meantime, spray the insides of the coffee cups with a bleach-based cleaner like 409 just before your turn it on. That should help." -- E.T. in Michigan

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Cut your kitchen sponge in half, or even thirds. You can clean just as well with a smaller sponge, and you will extend its life, saving you money. A smaller sponge dries out more quickly, too.

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John Howard Payne and Sir Henry Rowley Bishop teamed up to write the song “Home, Sweet Home” in 1823 for the Opera “Clari,” which premiered at London’s Covent Garden. Its poignant lyrics read, “Mid pleasures and palaces though we may roam, Be it ever so humble, there’s no place like home.” The song was an immediate success. The phrase “There’s no place like home” was further popularized by the 1939 film “The Wizard of Oz,” something Dorothy recites to transport her back to Kansas.

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Pliny the Elder was a first-century Roman author, philosopher, and naval commander who perished during the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. Some of his greatest literary works include the 37-volume “Naturalis Historia,” considered to be the world’s first encyclopedia, and the 20-volume “The History of the German Wars.” Yet perhaps his most wellknown writing was the simple phrase “Home is where the heart is.” •

The phrase “Taxation without representation is tyranny” is familiar as the slogan of American colonists during the 1760s, a protest against the policies of the British Parliament. It was promoted as the Patriots’ position by James Otis, a Boston lawyer and legislator who was a leader in political activism. He was also responsible for another well-known phrase, “A man’s house is his castle.” This quote was preceded by “One of the most essential branches of English liberty is the freedom of one’s house.”

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There are about 128.5 million households in the United States. California has the most, with about 13.2 million, followed by Texas with about 10 million, and Florida with 7.9 million. The state with the lowest number of households is Wyoming, with just 233,000.

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The largest private residence in the United States is the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Caroline, a 178,926-sq. ft (16,622.8 m2) mansion built by the railroad magnate Cornelius Vanderbilt and completed in 1895. With 250 rooms, including 35 bedrooms, 43 bathrooms, 65 fireplaces, three kitchens, a bowling alley, a library of 23,000 books, and a huge indoor swimming pool, the estate was originally 125,000 acres (195 sq. miles; 510 sq. km). Today, it’s about 8,000 acres (13 sq. mi; 32 sq. km). •

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The world’s largest home has 2.15 million square feet of space. It’s the official resident of the Sultan of Brunei, Hassanal Bolkiah. Brunei is the smallest country in southeast Asia by population, located on the north coast of the island of Borneo. The palace has 1,788 rooms and 257 bathrooms, a 110-car garage, a banquet hall that can accommodate 5,000 guests, five swimming pools, a stable for 200 polo ponies, and a mosque that can hold 1,500 people. There are 564 chandeliers, 51,000 light bulbs, 44 stairwells, and 18 elevators. Completed in 1984, it had a building cost of $1.4 billion. What is the nation’s most hated household chore? You might think it’s cleaning the toilet, but that’s down the list at Number 3. Washing dishes ranks as the Number 1 most hated chore, followed by doing laundry. Vacuuming and cooking/shopping round out the Top Five.

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Valentina hot sauce was named for the intrepid Valentina Ramirez Avitia, who at 17 posed as a man to join the Mexican Revolution. She made it all the way to the rank of lieutenant before being expelled upon the accidental discovery of her braids.

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American fashion model Jeremy Meeks' police mugshot was so good that he got a modeling contract while still in jail.

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In 1524, a wooden statue of the Virgin Mary at Latvia's Riga Cathedral was accused of being a witch. At its trial by water it was thrown into the Dvina River, where it floated, resulting in a guilty verdict -- and burning.

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Missing a remote? Try looking where you last sat: A 2011 study found that 49% of the time it was in a couch, while 8% were found in the bathroom, another 8% in a dresser drawer, 4% in the fridge/freezer (your guess is as good as ours on that one) and 2% turned up outside.

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Twelve-year-old Rhiley Morrison swallowed 54 magnetic balls to see if he could get metal to stick to his stomach, as well as what they looked like when he went to the toilet. He survived the experiment after six hours of surgery and a two-week hospital stay.

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The wood frog can hold its urine for up to eight months.

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Violets can be smelled for only a few moments at a time because their scent comes from ionine, which shuts smell receptors off after simulating them. After a few breaths, the scent pops up again.

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In 2016, the Swiss city of Lausanne banned "silent disco" events because they were too noisy.

Here’s some good advice from an old Jewish proverb: “Ask about your neighbors, then buy the house.”

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Sweet Fruit Focaccia Wow! You mean THIS started with a can of biscuits!? It sure did -- but it doesn't look or taste like it. 2 tablespoons fat-free milk Sugar substitute to equal 2 tablespoons sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 (7.5-ounce) package refrigerated buttermilk biscuits 1/4 cup apricot spreadable fruit 1/4 cup raisins 1/4 cup chopped pecans 1. Preheat oven to 450 F. Spray a 9-inch pie plate with butter-flavored cooking spray. 2. In a small bowl, combine milk, sugar substitute and cinnamon. Separate biscuits. Dip each biscuit into milk mixture, then arrange in prepared pie plate. Drizzle any remaining milk mixture evenly over top of biscuits. 3. Gently stir spreadable fruit to soften, then evenly spread over biscuit tops. Sprinkle raisins and pecans evenly over all. 4. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. Place pie plate on a wire rack and let set for at least 15 minutes. Cut into 6 wedges. Serves 6. * Each serving equals: 199 calories, 7g fat, 3g protein, 31g carb., 360mg sodium, 1g fiber; Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Starch, 1 Fruit, 1 Fat. (c) 2022 King Features Syndicate, Inc.

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Pets Keep Owners Fit and Healthy DEAR PAW'S CORNER: I've read that pets can keep seniors healthy, through reducing stress, etc. How does that work? -- Joel P., Fort Myers, Fla. DEAR JOEL: Researchers have found that seniors who own pets have a reduced rate of stress-related ailments, so they've theorized that having an animal companion helps seniors feel less alone and somewhat empowered as they care for a cat, dog, fish or other pet. The unconditional love and affection that pets provide can help their owners feel needed and important, and can help to enhance their quality of life. So, the simple act of caring for a pet can create a longer, happier life for many people. But there are more benefits to pet ownership. Owners are more likely to interact with other animal lovers. They tend to exercise more than pet-less people -- especially dog owners, who must take their pooches for frequent walks. Of course, if a senior doesn't want a dog or cat, the idea shouldn't be pushed. Owners must be able to care for, walk and feed their pets, and provide training and activities. Not everyone can meet these requirements. There also are financial considerations, such as regular veterinary care, food and medicine. An alternative to owning a pet is to visit one (or have one visit) occasionally. There are organizations across the United States that sponsor pet visits for seniors who love animals but cannot care for one full-time. These visits help provide some of the health benefits of pet ownership to those who otherwise would not receive them. If nothing else, take time out to say hello to the neighbor's dog, or spend time with relatives and their pets. They'll love the attention, and you'll love the stress relief that pets can provide. Send your tips, questions or comments to ask@pawscorner.com.(c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.

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By Dr. Holly Carling

INFLAMMATION: THE COMMON LINK OF NEARLY ALL DISEASES Inflammation is a two-edged sword. On one side, inflammation is a necessary part of the healing process, and therefore, good. On the other side, prolonged inflammation sets the stage for degenerative or auto-immune disorders, which, of course, is bad. As such, it is the most common link to nearly all diseases. If we could control the inflammation, we could control the cascading progression of disease. But can we do that? Yes! When there is injury, whether that is from an outside source such as trauma, or internally due to various imbalances, infections, etc., the body responds by launching inflammation as part of the healing process. Inflammation is the body’s signaling system to the immune system that there is either damaged tissue or a pathogenic invader that needs to be tended to. Without the immune system launching white blood cells and chemicals that produce antibodies, cytokines, hormones, nutrients and other helpers, wounds would develop infections, the infections would fester, and if bad enough, the person could die. This inflammatory response of increasing blood flow by dilating vessels and flooding the area with white blood cells and other elements into the area is why the injured area becomes red, swollen and painful. Inflammation initiates tissue healing as well as controlling pathogens like bacteria and viruses. As it is successful in healing, the inflammation subsides, and all is well. It is when the healing doesn’t fully take place or is hindered in some way that chronic inflammation persists.

This chronic inflammation is what ultimately becomes the thorn in our side, so to speak. Chronic inflammation has been linked as one of the foundations of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, auto-immune diseases and Alzheimer’s Disease. According to the National Cancer Institute, chronic inflammation can cause DNA damage and lead to several different cancers. The ways we can address chronic inflammation come in many forms. Some choose steroids and other drugs, while others choose methods to heal the damage, rather than just suppress the symptoms. For the latter group, diets that minimize inflammatory foods are a first step. Avoiding pro-inflammatory foods such as sugar, coffee, alcohol, gluten and the “nightshade” family (potatoes, tomatoes, eggplant and peppers). While these foods can be proinflammatory for many, they are not necessarily inflammatory for all. The best thing to do is to test it for yourself. There are also several anti-inflammatory herbs and foods that can be included in your diet. Turmeric is one of the herbs sharing the spotlight recently. However, good as it is, it’s absorption is difficult and has to be consumed in combination with other herbs. Acupuncture has a very long history of stimulating a healing response as well as some impressive research validating its role in reducing both acute and chronic inflammation. If you are suffering from pain and inflammation, now is the time to see an acupuncturist with a solid history of helping those who are suffering.

Dr. Holly Carling is a Doctor of Oriental Medicine, Licensed Acupuncturist, Doctor of Naturopathy, Clinical Nutritionist and Master Herbologist with over four decades of experience. Dr. Carling is a “Health Detective,” she looks beyond your symptom picture and investigates WHY you are experiencing your symptoms in the first place. 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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VA Expands Services for Senior Veterans Services for senior veterans have been expanded, including home-based primary care, veteran-directed care and medical foster homes. The plan is to make these services -- 75 homebased primary care teams, 58 medical foster homes and 70 veteran-directed care programs -available at all Department of Veterans Affairs medical centers in the next few years. The purpose of these programs is to allow senior veterans to either delay going into a nursing home and select the care environment that they prefer, or to age in place at home. What they've discovered is that veterans who use these services have fewer trips to the emergency room, fewer hospital admissions and fewer stays in nursing homes. Medical foster homes are what you'd imagine: private homes where there is a trained caregiver 24/7. While living at one of these homes, the veteran receives home-based primary care. See w w w. v a . g o v / g e r i a t r i c s / p a g e s / Medical_Foster_Homes.asp for a list of the available medical foster home programs by state. Home-base primary care is medical services supervised by a VA physician. Typically, the veteran has complicated health needs and is unable to keep medical appointments because of illness or perhaps has a caregiver who needs help because of the responsibility for medical care. See www.va.gov/GERIATRICS/pages/ Home_Based_Primary_Care.asp for more information. Veteran-directed care lets veterans receive both the home and community-based services they desire, like choosing from a menu. Veterans often need help with activities of daily living, or there is a caregiver who needs help. Daily living activities can range from dressing, eating and taking a shower to grocery shopping and more. Each veteran is given a budget for those services, which is managed by either the veteran or the veteran's representative. This menu of services lets veterans stay in their own homes. See www.va.gov/geriatrics/pages/VeteranDirected_Care.asp for more information. For a full menu of services for senior veterans, see www.va.gov/GERIATRICS/index.asp. Caregiver information, fitness and rehab, brain health, advance care planning ... it's all there. (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.

1. Archie Bell released one solo album after the breakup of The Drells. Name the album. 2. Levi Stubbs, Abdul "Duke" Fakir, Renaldo "Obie" Benson and Lawrence Payton were the founders of what group? 3. "Higher Love" became a chart topper for which artist? 4. What group released "Walk of Life"? 5. Name the song that contains this lyric: "When I was a young man and never been kissed, I got to thinkin' over how much I had missed."

Answers 1. "I Never Had It So Good," in 1980. Bell continued to perform with The Drells now and then for the next two decades. 2. The Four Aims. They later called themselves The Four Tops because they didn't want to be confused with the Ames Brothers. 3. Steve Winwood, in 1986. The song also netted two Grammys in 1987, beating Whitney Houston's "Greatest Love of All" for Record of the Year. 4. Dire Straits, in 1985. 5. "Kisses Sweeter Than Wine," by The Weavers in 1951. Legend says Pete Seeger of The Weavers borrowed a 1937 Lead Belly blues version, which was rewritten from an Irish song about a farmer and his cow named Dicky. Others, including Jimmie Rodgers and Jackson Browne, have released versions. (c) 2022 King Features Syndicate

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1. MOVIES: Which 2000 animated movie's tagline is "Escape or Die Frying"? 2. HISTORY: When was the Peace Corps established? 3. LANGUAGE: What does it mean in British English to be "knackered"? 4. AD SLOGANS: Which company featured this 1985 ad campaign: "It's everywhere you want to be"? 5. ANIMAL KINGDOM: Which animal has the longest tongue in relation to its body size? 6. LITERATURE: Which 20th-century novel begins with the line, "It was a bright cold day in April, and the clocks were striking thirteen"? 7. MUSIC: Which country music songwriter, singer and activist once sold Bibles for a living? 8. ANATOMY: What is the common name for the coccyx in human anatomy? 9. FOOD & DRINK: Which restaurant chain is known for its "Grand Slam" breakfast? 10. U.S. STATES: In which U.S. state was the first official World Fair held? Answers 1. "Chicken Run" 2. 1961 3. Tired 4. Visa 5. Chameleon 6. "1984" 7. Willie Nelson 8. Tailbone 9. Denny's 10. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (1876) (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.

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On March 13, 1836, Texan Gen. Sam Houston begins a series of strategic retreats to buy time to train his ill-prepared army, which consisted of 374 poorly equipped men. A month later, his newly trained army won a stunning victory against Mexico's Santa Anna. On March 10, 1902, the U.S. Court of Appeals rules that despite his claims, Thomas Edison did not invent the movie camera. It did admit that Edison invented the sprocket system that moved perforated film through the camera. On March 8, 1917, the February Revolution begins when riots and strikes over the scarcity of food erupt in Petrograd. A week later, centuries of czarist rule in Russia ended with the abdication of Nicholas II. Vladimir Lenin returned home and took control of the Russian Revolution. On March 11, 1942, U.S. Gen. Douglas MacArthur abandons the island of Corregidor under orders from President Franklin Roosevelt. Left behind were 90,000 American and Filipino troops, who would soon succumb to the Japanese offensive. Only one-third of those left behind survived to see MacAuthur's return in January 1945. On March 12, 1969, the London drug squad appears at house of Beatle George Harrison and his wife Pattie Boyd with a warrant and drug-sniffing canines. Sgt. Pilcher, the man behind the raid, was convicted of planting drugs in other cases and went to jail in 1972. On March 9, 1979, Major League Baseball teams are ordered by the MLB commissioner to allow equal access to all reporters. The order came after Sports Illustrated reporter Melissa Ludtke's successful lawsuit for refusing her access to clubhouses at Yankee Stadium during the 1977 World Series. On March 7, 1988, representatives of the Writers Guild of America called a strike for all the union's members. The five-month walkout was estimated to cost Hollywood some $500 million, as many viewers began watching cable channels.

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CHOLESTEROL: THE GOOD AND THE BAD

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Beware of ice The local television weather guy made an announcement recently that was, I think, meant to be uplifting. He said, "And winter is now half over!" Instead, I took it the other way: We still have half of this winter to get through. My main complaint this year is ... ice. It's sneaky, it's everywhere, it's apparently invisible in the right circumstances, and yes, it's slick. There I was, hauling a load of groceries out of the back of the car, having picked them up curbside from the store and arriving home after dark. One of the bags had fallen over and spilled its contents, requiring me to bend over and lean forward at the same time to retrieve the items that had rolled. Unbeknownst to me, my foot was on a piece of ice. I did not fall, but I did twist my leg in a way that legs are not meant to be twisted. Within an hour the pain hit. By Day 3 I was wondering if I'd broken something. Day 4 was a bit better, and I knew I was on the mend ... if only I could better plan my trips up and out of the recliner to fetch something instead of making multiple trips through the house for Kindle, water bottle, TV remote and more. Worse, I suppose, was that the cat was upset that she wasn't allowed on my lap during those days. She sat, with a hurt expression, across the room from me for four days. I think there are multiple lessons to be learned from my brief foray into pain and incapacity, but the most important one is this: Schedule curbside grocery pickup for daylight hours. Don't arrive home in the dark in the winter if there's the slightest chance of ice. It will find you. (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.

Most people have been made aware of the negative aspects of cholesterol in the body when in excess amounts. High cholesterol/arterial plaquing resulting in narrowing of the blood vessels and increasing the risk of stroke and heart attack are certainly an important concern not to be overlooked. But frequently, what is ignored is the importance of cholesterol in the body. Also, if your cholesterol is high, why is it high? It’s not like the body has some vendetta against you and is trying to wreak havoc on your body for the fun of it! There is a reason why your cholesterol is elevated. But first, let’s talk about the good. Cholesterol is either an essential component of, or a precursor to, many hormones: DHEA - a hormone that is necessary for male and female sex hormones and for sustained energy throughout the day; Growth Hormone Releasing Hormone - needed for releasing Growth Hormone needed for bone growth; Incretin - a hormone needed for blood sugar regulation; Erythropoietin - needed for healthy red blood cell production; Triiodothyronine - a thyroid hormone; Androstenedione - needed for female and male hormone regulation; ACTH - an important component of the hypothalamic-pituitaryadrenal axis and important for the body’s response to stress and many other functions; Adrenal cortical hormone - critical for the management of stress; Aldosterone - essential

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for sodium conservation in the kidney, salivary glands, sweat glands and colon amongst other things. Why is all this important? Because without cholesterol, your body is unable to perform many, many, functions, like those just mentioned. In addition, part of the composition of the hormones themselves is cholesterol. So without cholesterol in adequate amounts, the body cannot produce enough hormones or allow them to play active roles in the body. If your body needs cholesterol, then why do we try so hard to bring it down, sometimes to alarmingly low levels? For fear of a cardiac event. But what we should be asking, is why is the body producing levels of cholesterol high enough to be a risk to the body? By searching a little deeper, we can determine what the body is trying to communicate to us. Because the body doesn’t do anything “just because”, it is prudent to do some investigative work in order to fix the problem, rather than just shoving cholesterol levels down with a drug. That may get it down all right, but the problem that caused it to go up in the first place will still be a problem. Very little cholesterol actually comes from the foods we eat. But the foods we eat can have a great impact on our cholesterol levels. The liver makes most of the cholesterol and it does it for very important reasons. That’s why cholesterol wasn’t left to just the whim of our food availability or our dietary craziness.

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

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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) The adventurous Aries won't be disappointed with taking on a new challenge, despite some initial misgivings. Look for this move to open other opportunities down the line. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Let that beautiful Bovine smile not only put you at ease, but also show that you're ready, willing and more than able to confound the naysayers around you. A new admirer has important news. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Be careful how you handle a relationship that you're hoping to save. You already have the facts on your side. Avoid weakening your position by embellishing it with unnecessary dramatics. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Taking definitive stands isn't easy for the often-wavering Moon Child. But you not only need to stay with your decision, but also to reassure others it was the right thing to do. LEO (July 23 to August 22) As a proud Lion, you're right to be upset about those who might be lying about you to others. But the best revenge is proving them wrong by succeeding at what you set out to do. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22). Caution is still advised before making a financial commitment to a "promising" project. Look for the facts behind the fluff. Devote the weekend to loved ones. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) A Taurus offers comfort and advice as you deal with an upsetting event. Use this as a learning experience that will help you avoid similar problems in the future. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A romantic situation creates some chaos for single Scorpions. But it's well worth the effort to work things out. A trusted friend can offer some helpful advice. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Expect to make new friends as your social circle expands. Also, remember to tell that family member how proud you are of his or her achievements. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19). New ventures continue to be favored. And with your self-confidence rising all the time, you'll want to see how well you can do with a new challenge. So, go to it. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) This is a good time for the usually serious-minded Aquarian to let loose and enjoy some fun times. Expect to get good news about a workplace issue. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Changed plans might upset some people, but your needs should be respected. Offer explanations when necessary. But don't let yourself be talked into changing your decisions. YOU BORN THIS WEEK: You have a gift for bringing people together. You would make a fine judge or counselor.

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