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We’re in the thick of winter! Windows are frosty, the New Year is in, and we’ve settled in to wait the winter out until spring. Until the Groundhog makes his predication next month, sit back and let Tidbits give you some frigid facts on ice!

• We start to see it when the weather dips below freezing.

Whether as icicles on the edge of eaves or in an intricate hotel in Europe, that shivery, slick ice is everywhere you look, but don’t take it for granted. Did you know that modern refrigeration is often contributed to John Gorrie?

This physician and inventor is considered the father of modern refrigeration. Dr. Gorrie gave up his medical career to study refrigeration and obtained a patent for a machine to make ice in 1851!

• Let’s imagine ahead to summer and the sweltering heat.

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An ICEE. The ICEE machine was invented by Omar Knedlik back in the 60s. Did you know that the logo you see today is the very same logo from the original ICEE machine? There was even an original rendition of the famous ICEE polar bear. When the weather gets warm again in a few months, go out and get yourself an ICEE, but don’t drink too fast and get a brain freeze! turn the page for more!

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BREAK THE ICE (continued): • This article may be called “Break the Ice”, but do you remember “Don’t Break the Ice?” The game was popular with several generations as it was first released in 1968 by Hasbro. The game consisted of 36 blocks arranged in a 6x6 square. Players take turns trying to knock out blocks of ice without causing the central block to fall. Another similar game was 1992’s “Thin Ice.” Players take turns placing marbles onto a thin sheet of tissue paper or “ice.” Players try to place as many marbles as they can on the ice without any breaking through.

Sound like fun? You can still find these great games and more for sale online.

• Do you like to cook? Thought about getting your degree in the culinary arts? Then perhaps the Institute of Culinary Education, or ICE, is right for you. ICE is located in New York City and is celebrating its 33rd anniversary this year. It was founded by Peter Kump in 1975 an originally only had five students. Today the institute has one hundred forty times that many students! Never heard of ICE? Well, don’t fret. You’ve probably heard of one of their alumna. Ashley Merriman was chosen to compete in the latest season of Bravo’s Top Chef.

• Need more icy acronyms? Try U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, which is located within the Department of Homeland Security. ICE is a recent branch of the DHS. It was established in 2003. The branch handles the enforcement of U.S. customs and immigration laws. You can find out more about the branch and its programs by visiting www.ice.gov.

• Do you know Robert Matthew Van Winkle? He was a teenager when he got his nickname, which you might recognize more than his given name.

Van Winkle gained mainstream success with the release of his first rap single. The song sampled “Under Pressure” by David Bowie and Queen.

Recognize him now? That’s right. It’s Vanilla Ice! • Ever heard of water ice? You have if you’re from the Philadelphia area. The term is a popular local nickname for Italian ice. If you’re from the area, you might also have heard of Rita’s, an Italian ice shop that first opened in Bensalem, Pennsylvania in 1984. Twenty-five years later and Rita’s has over 500 locations in the United States. There’s probably even a Rita’s near you. Find your local Rita’s by visiting them online at www.ritasice. com.

• Now some of you might even be asking, “What is Italian ice? Is it ice cream? Is it shaved ice?” Not quite. Italian ice is made from either syrup of fruit puree that is mixed and frozen like ice cream.

• The night was full of snow and now there are long, tapered icicles on the eaves of your roof. They form when warm air escaping your house causes snow on your roof to melt, but the temperature is still freezing out and this causes the melted snow to freeze again. To help prevent icicles on your house, make sure your house is well insulated and use a roof rake to prevent excess snow buildup on your roof.

• It is said that Roman emperor, Nero, is one of the famous forerunners of frozen treats like ice cream.

He reportedly sent men to retrieve snow from the mountains so his cooks could make him a frozen treat out of snow mixed with such things as honey or fruit.

• What does the Executive Vice President of Production at Paramount Pictures have in common with the charming Southern city of Savannah, Georgia? Ice cream. Stratton Leopold and his family ran a multi-generation ice cream shop before Continued on page 5

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A group of clinical research veterinarians set out this year to find out if periodic chronic vomiting had specific causes or as it is commonly thought, chronic vomiting is commonly caused by hairballs and diet. A clinical investigation was planned to find answers to the problem(s). Cats that vomited more than twice a month were included in this study. A thorough history including diets, snacks and grooming habits were noted; physical examination; routine blood chemistries/urinalysis; abdominal ultrasound with measurements; and exploratory surgery with multiple biospies: of the liver, pancreas, 3-4 areas of the small intestine and any other tissue that appeared abnormal were performed.

The pathologist did routine histopathology and studies with immunohistopathy to identify cell type. The age range of the vomiting patients was 2 to 18 years old.

After 100 patients were studied there was one normal cat, 3 cats had eosinophilic gastroenteritis, 57 had gi lymphoma (cancer), and 39 cats had inflammatory bowel disease.

The results of the study showed that prolonged vomiting truly had underlying causes other than hairballs and diet – this was totally unexpected.

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First off I wanted to welcome everyone into the New Year. I hope everyone had a safe one and that it started out right. It is common for people to have resolutions and hopefully with consistency, able to carry it on throughout the year.

Being that I come from all sorts of walks of life and am well-traveled, I’ve had the humor of knowing some interesting stories, I’m sure you have as well..…go ahead, take a minute and chuckle at some of the ones you may have heard. Some vows to stop procrastination? Some wanted to stop continuously speeding, even one wanted to go a whole year where she DIDN’T hit a kangaroo (I’m sure I gave away one place I lived).

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Bonne’Bella Boutique and Consignment has quickly became a local favorite in Parker, CO for women’s clothing, jewelry, accessories, home decor, gifts, and much more. We are also a proud Sponsor of the Mrs. Colorado and Mrs. Ohio Pageants. Additionally, we are the premier consignment boutique of Parker! Have you ever thought about cosigning?

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5 Easy Steps to Consignment

Erica Pederson - Lead Stylist at Bonnie Erica Pedersen – Lead Stylist at Bonne Bella Boutique Bella Boutique All clothing needs to be cleaned, pressed and hung properly.

Read and know the store’s consignment policy. Every store has different percent ages and procedures.

Follow up on your own records and items. Make calls if needed. Most stores will terminate your contract after a specific amount of time. Unsold items are usually discounted and then donated to charity.

GET PAID! That is the fun part! Once a month, payments are made to consignors for items sold in the store

Erica Pedersen is the lead stylist for Bonne’ Bella Boutique is, “Parker’s most Unique Boutique”.

Come visit the store: 11020 South Pikes Peak Drive Suite 110A, Parker, CO 80138. (720) 851-9350. bonnebella@bonnebella.net Check us out on FaceBook: Bonne Bella Boutique

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Q. How did we arrive at today’s modern tooth cleaning products?

A. There is quite a long history of various dental “tools”.

Q. How long have we had toothbrushes?

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When is my toothbrush worn out?

Your toothbrush has “had it” when the bristles point every which way.

Change your toothbrush every three months, before it gets to “every which way”.

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What about toothpaste?

Early civilizations concocted various powders used to clean teeth. Ingredients included powdered fruit, ground up or burnt shells, sometimes mixed with honey and dried flowers. Other, less appetizing concoctions added rabbit heads, mice, lizard livers, and urine.

(At least give them credit for being creative!)

Sadly, many of these early toothpastes were highly abrasive or corrosive, which dissolved tooth anamel.

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The toothbrush dates back to the Stone Age, when small twigs or sticks were mashed together to create a broader surface for cleaning around the teeth.

The Chinese invented the first bristle toothbrush – in the 1490’s. Europe adopted the bristle toothbrush in the 17th century, and American colonial dentists encouraged its use.

In 1880 the first electric toothbrush appeared, but was not very effective. The Swiss invented the first effective electric toothbrush right after World War II ended. In 1961 the first cordless electric toothbrush was marketed and soon became popular. Today we have a nearlyunlimited variety styles, colors, sizes, and designs of toothbrushes.

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Toothpaste as we know it first came to market in the 1800’s. These early “modern” toothpastes included soap and chalk powders. The first toothpaste tube came on the scene in 1892. In 1956 Proctor and Gamble developed “Crest” toothpaste, which added flouride to fight cavities.

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