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adverb. In 2001, Jennifer Lopez used the “N” word in a song, as did Eminem in 2003. There were few protests. Yet, in 2006, when “Seinfeld’s” Michael Richards used the “N” word in his act at The Laugh Factory, he was slapped down and unable to work for the past seven years, except for three episodes of “Curb Your Enthusiasm” and an appearance on Jerry Seinfeld’s web series, “Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee,” until now. He’ll be a regular on Kirstie Alley’s new TVLand series, “Kirstie’s New Show,” with “Cheers” star Rhea Perlman. In 2007, YouTube had Paris Hilton us-

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ing the “N” word. In 2008, someone leaked a tape of Charlie Sheen using the “N” word during his custody battle with wife Denise Richards. In 2009, Jay-Z used it in a song, and in 2010, John Mayer claimed in a “Playboy” interview that black people love him so much they’ve given him a pass to use the “N” word. That same year Mel Gibson used it.

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where it should be found only in males is hirsutism (HERE-suitizm). Such areas include the skin above the upper lip, the chin, the chest, the thighs, the upper back and the abdomen. Hair in those places is sensitive to the action of male hormones. Common causes for such hair growth are idiopathic (a definite cause not found), menopause (when female hormone production dips) and polycystic ovary syndrome. Polycystic ovary syndrome is fairly common. Signs of it are a diminution or complete stoppage of menstrual periods, hirsutism, obesity and large ovaries with many cysts. One of the mechanisms responsible for some polycystic ovary symptoms is an overproduction of andro-

gen -- male hormones. The unwanted pattern of hair growth stems from androgen excess. Idiopathic hirsutism -- hair growth without a cause found -- might be a mild form of polycystic ovary syndrome. That’s a popular theory expounded by many experts. Rarer causes of hirsutism include adrenal gland overactivity, tumors of the adrenal gland or ovary, pituitary gland tumors and some prescription medicines. You’re not going to solve this on your own. You need a doctor to evaluate your hormone status. The appropriate treatment hinges on finding a specific cause. When a cause cannot be found, shaving, electrolysis, depilatories (chemical hair removers) and laser treatments are options. Shaving doesn’t make hair grow faster or coarser. Vaniqa cream, a prescription item, gets rid of unwanted hair quite

Sometimes a tip isn’t about saving time or money, but about a cleaner, healthier solution to a problem. Going green is a trend that’s here to stay. And the wisdom of yesteryear is popping up all over the place. For instance, want beautiful highlights? Get a lemon and get out in the sun. Use the juice to dampen strands of your hair, then as you are out in the sun, they will lighten -- no chemicals, au natural! ¥ Sunburn can be soothed with plain vinegar. For the back, arms or legs, soak a washcloth in room temperature vinegar and lay it on the affected area for 15 minutes, then rinse. For the face, soak a cotton ball and lightly dab on burned areas. -I.E. in California Bug bites can be treated with banana peel. Use a small piece of the peel laid white side down over the bite. Secure with a BandAid. Leave on at least five minutes. This works especially well for my kids, who seem to think it’s fun. -- W.S. in Alabama

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Old farm trick: “I keep a spray bottle of rubbing alcohol mixed with water on my garden cart. If I think I got into some poison ivy, I spray the skin area pretty thoroughly. It’s the oil in poison ivy that spreads the rash, and the alcohol stops it from spreading pretty well.” -- J.J. in Florida Lush lips and lovely nailbeds are only as far away as your pantry. Use olive oil applied directly to lips and nails to moisturize. Duct tape remedy for warts: “Cover wart completely with duct tape. Leave it on for six days. On day seven, remove the tape, soak the wart in warm water and use a pumice stone or emery board to rub the dead skin off. Repeat until it’s gone. No chemicals, and it takes about the same amount of time to work as expensive medicines you buy at the drugstore.” -H.V. in Virginia Send your tips to Now Here’s a Tip, c/o King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 328536475 or e-mail JoAnn at heresatip@ yahoo.com. (c) 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.

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On July 24, 1567, during her imprisonment at Lochleven Castle in Scotland, Mary Queen of Scots is forced to abdicate in favor of her 1-year-old son, later crowned King James VI of Scotland. In 1542, while just 6 days old, Mary had ascended to the Scottish throne upon the death of her father, King James V. On July 22, 1862, President Abraham Lincoln informs his chief advisers and cabinet that he will issue a proclamation to free slaves, but that he will wait until the Union Army has achieved a substantial military victory. The Emancipation Proclamation had less to do with ending slavery than saving the crumbling union.

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Chinese take-out containers available in some partysupply stores, craft stores or check your local Asian restaurant. They might sell you some for a small price. --Construction paper, and a selection of patterned origami and/or scrapbook papers --Scissors --Glue stick and/or double stick tape Here’s the fun: Set out all of the supplies on a table. You may wish to fan out the craft papers to see the colors and designs to stimulate ideas. Cut out shapes one by one and either glue or tape them to the four sides of the box and the outer top flaps. When the boxes are decorated, place the gift or party favors inside, close the lids and add a label or tie a tag to the metal handle for a final flourish. Extra decorating ideas: --Paint e y e catching stripes, patterns and swirls using acrylic paints in squeeze bottles. --Glue on buttons, pieces of ribbon or other craft supplies for a themed or holiday look. --Stamp or stencil team and school logos and mascots for a sports event. --Affix stickers, labels and photos backed with double-stick tape -- a fun activity for preschoolers. *** 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) 2013 Donna Erickson Distributed

The Real Truth About MSG Monosodium glutamate, commonly known as MSG, is used as a flavor enhancer in many recipes. It’s made from starch, corn sugar or molasses from sugar cane or sugar beets. MSG is produced through a natural fermentation process, much like that used to make beer, vinegar or yogurt. There’s a lot of controversy -- both pro and con -- about using MSG. The following information may help you decide that you want to start using MSG in your dishes. MSG is the sodium salt of glutamate. Glutamate is an amino acid essential for metabolism and brain function and is manufactured by the body. It occurs naturally in almost every protein-containing food we eat -- foods such as cheese, milk, mushrooms, meat, fish and many vegetables like tomatoes. When MSG is added to foods, it provides a similar flavoring function as the glutamate that occurs naturally. The MSG added to food is handled in the body the same way as natural glutamate found in foods. MSG contains only one-third of the sodium as table salt and is used in much smaller amounts. When MSG is used with table salt, it actually can help reduce the total amount of sodium by 20 percent to 40 percent. In addition, MSG can be helpful to the elderly, who may experience a decline in smell and taste. Adding MSG may make eating more enjoyable for older adults. Some people feel they are sensitive to MSG, and attribute headaches and other symptoms to eating it. However, current research has not found a link between MSG

and these reactions. MSG is safe for consumption, as stated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. It is even safe for infants, as human breast milk contains glutamate. Flavoring your dishes with MSG can enhance their taste. As a general guideline, about half a teaspoon of MSG per pound of meat or per four to six servings of vegetables should be sufficient. Overall, MSG helps make good food taste even better. Adding MSG to my recipe for Swedish Meatballs and Gravy enhances the spices and flavors of this familiar comfort food dish. (Additional information provided by Tammy Kliethermes, Dietetic Intern, Missouri Department of Health.) SWEDISH MEATBALLS AND GRAVY 1 cup breadcrumbs 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/3 cup minced white onion 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice 2 teaspoons Kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper 1/2 teaspoon MSG 1/2 cup milk 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 3/4 pound lean ground beef 1/2 pound lean ground pork 1 large egg plus 1 egg white, beaten Vegetable oil, for brushing

parsley Lingonberry jam, for serving (optional) 1. Place breadcrumbs in a large bowl. Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, allspice, salt, white pepper and MSG, and cook, stirring, until soft, about 5 minutes. Add milk and Worcestershire sauce and bring to a simmer. Pour the milk mixture over the breadcrumbs and stir to make a thick paste; let cool. Add the beef, pork, egg and egg white to the bowl and mix until combined. 2. Brush a baking sheet with vegetable oil. Roll the meat into 1-inch balls and arrange on the prepared baking sheet. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 1 hour. 3. Preheat oven to 400 F. Bake meatballs until cooked through, about 20 minutes. 4. Meanwhile, to make gravy, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add flour and cook, whisking, until smooth. Whisk in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, and bring to a simmer. Add the cream and meatballs. Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer until the gravy thickens, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper. Transfer to a serving dish; sprinkle with the parsley and serve with lingonberry jam, if desired. *** Angela Shelf Medearis is an award-winning children’s author, culinary historian and author of seven cookbooks. Her new cookbook is “The Kitchen Diva’s Diabetic Cookbook.” Her website is www.divapro.com. To see how-to videos, recipes and much, much more, Like Angela Shelf Medearis, The Kitchen Diva!, on Facebook and go to Hulu.com. Recipes may not be reprinted without permission from Angela Shelf Medearis.

Swedish Gravy: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons flour 1 1/2 cups low-sodium beef broth 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/4 cup heavy cream 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt 1 teaspoon ground black (c) 2013 King Features pepper Synd., Inc., and Angela 2 tablespoons chopped fresh Shelf Medearis

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Wings/Chicken Fingers/Salads Sandwiches/Pulled Pork Wraps/Pizza Custom Menu Items Available

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