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the offseason. Those games helped show that blacks could compete with their white counterparts. Tye notes one veteran Negro Leaguer’s “Satchel: The Life observation that and Times of an American Legend” although it was Jackie Robinson who opened by Larry Tye (Ran- the door to blacks playing in the majors, dom House, $16) it was Paige who inReviewed by Chris serted the key. Paige Richcreek would eventually get his own call to “the Good luck findShow” in 1948, at ing a baseball book the advanced athletic more enjoyable than age of 42, his greatest “Satchel,” as author Larry Tye does a great years behind him. By the time he finally left job of capturing the a major-league mound entertaining stories behind at nearly 60, surrounding Leroy he had pitched in the “Satchel” Paige. Negro Leagues, Cuba, Paige’s exploits Puerto Rico and Mibecame famous in ami, as well as in six the ‘30s and ‘40s major-league seasons. even though he was His on-field exploits a black man pitching in the Negro Leagues fueled only part of the legend. His vices at a time when Major included courting League Baseball was numerous women whites-only. But as and spending lots of Tye explains, “Much money. Then there that was written were his famous rules over the years about for staying young, Satchel Paige was engulfed in half-truths the creation of which and apparitions.” might have been Paige’s or a helpful Paige would allegwriter’s -- or both. edly do things like Yet “Don’t look back tell his outfielders to -- something might sit down because he be gaining on you” would take care of would become part the opposing batters of American lore. himself. His fame So did Paige, whose would help forge an life is probably best important pathway to summed up by a breaking baseball’s monument at his “color barrier.” In grave: “Leroy became the 1940s, Paige had Satchel. And Satchel a key role in a barnstorming tour of black became a legend.” (c) 2013 King Feaplayers facing white major-leaguers during tures Synd., Inc.

FAST FACTS • August is the busiest month of the year for America’s restaurants. A typical family of four will spend more than $200 in various eating establishments in August. • The United States now has over 250,000 restaurants, of which more than a third are franchises. The franchises account for more than 40% of all the income for restaurants. • Americans are dining out even more often than at any previous time in our history. A survey showed that 99.4% of people who were under 30 years old typically eat out about once a week. Of the over 65 group, 87.9% had eaten out in the previous week. The survey also showed that 39.7% of all meals eaten away from home were served by a fast food outlet while only 6% of the meals were consumed at full service restaurants. • Another survey concluded that 56% of adults eat out at a sit-down restaurant at least once a week. 7% of people eat out almost daily • Each American eats almost 30 lbs. (13 kg) of hamburgers each year. McDonalds, the single largest chain of restaurants in the world, serves up 2,250 head of cattle per day. McDonalds has surpassed the Army as the biggest supplier of meals as well as the biggest employer of young people. • The following dishes are the most frequently ordered by people dining out: chicken; roast beef; spaghetti; turkey; ham; shrimp; stew; meatloaf; fish; macaroni & cheese. YOU BE THE JUDGE • When a food critic reviewed a restaurant, he used phrases like “a ghastly concoction” and “pretentious failures” and “green plague” and “yellow death.” The restaurant owner sued for $2 million in damages claiming that the reviewer ruined his reputation and humiliated him. If you were the judge, how would you rule?

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HOLLYWOOD -- When Sylvester Stallone dropped Bruce Willis from “The Expendables 3” because he said he was “greedy and lazy,” he pulled out an ace by landing Harrison Ford. In addition, Jean-Claude Van Damme and Steven Segal are out. The cast of “used to be action heroes” reads: Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Harrison Ford, Jason Stratham, Jet Li, Wesley Snipes, Antonio Banderas, Mickey Rourke and Nicolas Cage. Stallone wanted to add some “20-somethings” to the cast, signing Milla Jovich, Kellan Lutz (the new Tarzan and Hercules, as well as a “Twilight Saga” star) and handsome Glenn Powell, the 24-year-old actor from “The Dark Knight Rises,” to fill the void left by Liam Hensworth, who’s doing “The Hunger Games 3”

instead. Don’t worry, Bruce Willis isn’t crying in his beer (he used to be a bartender). He’s already got “Sin City: A Dance to Kill For,” with Jessica Alba, Josh Brolin, Rosario Dawson, JosephGordon-Levitt and Mickey Rourke, being released next August. Sounds like he chose to hang around with a younger crowd, instead of the “Over the Hill Gang.” *** A p p a r e n t l y, Honda wants to save the traditional drivein movie genre. When the major studios announced they’d no longer provide 35 millimeter prints for drive-in theaters, hundreds of driveins made plans to close down by the end of the year.

Nobody Loves a Wart DEAR DR. DONOHUE: My 13-year-old son has a wart on his hand. In fact, he has two of them. They don’t bother him, but they bother me. If you neglect them, will they go away on their own? I’m not sure we can handle a doctor’s bill right now. How else can we get rid of them on the cheap? I’d like to find and grab by the neck whoever gave him these warts. -- R.R.

“Project DriveIn,” being sponsored by Honda, aims to save as many drive-ins as it can by providing digital projectors. So far, it’s provided five drive-ins with the new equipment. To raise awareness, Honda plans to launch pop-up drive-ins at 1,000 Honda dealerships across the country by having free screenings of “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2.” So if you want to

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ANSWER: Don’t bother looking for the person who passed the wart virus to your son. You’ll never find him or her. For one, some infected people show no signs of a wart, yet they can pass the virus to others. For two, the incubation period for a wart is two to six months. Do you think your son remembers who touched him six months ago? The human papillomavirus is the cause of warts. More than 150 different varieties exist. Some warts are dangers to health. The ones that cause cervical cancer are examples, but that’s a topic for another day. The ordinary wart is passed by skin-to-skin contact. Your son ought to make an effort not to touch the wart

Renner in another “Bourne” sequel. But Damon says he won’t do the film without his “Bourne” director, Paul Greengrass, who just finished directing Tom Hanks in “Captain Phillips” for an October release. If they want Matt badly enough, Universal will cave in and hire his director. Stay tuned. *** Alec Baldwin isn’t sitting around waiting for the birth of his new baby. He’s signed to do an as-yet-untitled Cameron Crowe film, with Bradley Cooper, Emma Stone, Rachel McAdams and Danny McBride. It’s a love story along the lines of Crowe’s “Jerry Maguire” and “Almost Famous.” Between a new film, a Broadway show and those commercials for that horrible creditcard company, we know what will be in his wallet ... baby pictures and big bucks! (c) 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.

to other parts of his body. He can transfer the virus in that way. It’s OK to leave the warts alone. They disappear two out of three times, but their disappearance can take as long as two years. For home wart treatment, you’ll find many wart removers on the counters of your local drugstores. DuoPlant, Compound W and Wart-Off are but a few names. Follow bottle directions carefully. Duct tape -- the duct tape found in hardware stores -- has a mixed record as a wart remover. Apply tape to the warts and leave it in place for six days. You don’t need a huge amount of tape, just enough to cover the wart. On day six, remove the tape and have your son soak his hand in warm water. Then, with an emery board or pumice stone -- both drugstore items -- lightly rub the

This week we offer a hodgepodge of tips. Here’s one of my favorites: Use kitchen tongs to retrieve an item that’s stuck behind a heavy piece of furniture. It is much easier than trying to move the couch. -- JoAnn “To save money on going out to eat, we purchase gift cards at the local warehouse club we belong to. It’s usually 10 percent or 15 percent below face value, but that helps with the tip and tax.” -E.S. in Missouri “Old suitcases (hard-sided ones) are really fun holders for craft supplies. You can use hook and loop tape to secure smaller containers to the inside lining. This has worked well for my scrapbooking supplies. They are easy to carry from room to room.” -L.A. in Georgia If you have too many suds in the

warts to remove as much of them as you can. Reserve these devices for wart treatment only. On day seven, reapply the duct tape. Continue the ritual, if need be, for eight weeks. If it hasn’t worked by then, it’s not going to. The booklet on Pap smears discusses the relationship between genital warts and cervical cancer. Readers can obtain a copy by writing: Dr. Donohue -- No. 1102W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient’s printed name and address. Please allow three to four weeks for delivery. *** DEAR DR. DONOHUE: This year I have had two cortisone shots into both knees for arthritis. It works wonders for me. I can tell

sink (or the tub), try pouring salt on the suds. They die down and can be washed away without creating more suds. “We attached an over-the-door plastic shoe organizer to the back of our pantry door. The slots that are reachable by the kids hold healthy, single-serving snacks for the morning, to include in lunches or for after-school snacking. It’s easy and the kids have choices!” -- M.M. in West Virginia Trying to lose weight? Many of us eat portions that are waaaaay too big. Try using a smaller plate, or one with a border around it. Studies show that people who do so serve themselves less food and still feel satisfied. Send your tips to Now Here’s a Tip, c/o King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475 or e-mail JoAnn at heresatip@yahoo. com. (c) 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.

it’s wearing off in three to four months. I’m concerned about overdosing on cortisone. How many shots are safe? -- B.K. ANSWER: Three to four cortisone shots a year are safe, and two years of such treatments also are safe. The amount of cortisone you’re getting is not enough to upset your blood sugar, raise your blood pressure or increase your susceptibility to infections. *** Dr. Donohue regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but he will incorporate them in his column whenever possible. Readers may write him or request an order form of available health newsletters at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. (c) 2013 North America Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved

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Q: Is it true that Courteney Cox is dating her on-screen love, Josh Hopkins, in real life? -- Janie P., via e-mail A: The 49-year-old star of “Cougar Town” -- which has been renewed by TBS for a fifth season -- IS dating one of her co-stars; however, it isn’t Josh. Courteney and Brian Van Holt (who plays her ex-husband, Bobby) are the real-life couple. In fact, they recently vacationed with Courteney’s daughter (with ex-husband David Arquette), Coco, in Cancun, Mexico. They had to cut their vacation short when Courteney fell and broke her wrist, leading them all to head back to the States so she could be treated by her own physician. Q: I am obsessed with Lifetime’s “Devious Maids.” Such a great cast and wonderful story lines that I am just devouring. Please tell me it will be back for another season! -- Nina W., Van Nuys, Calif. A: I also am obsessed with the show, so I’m happy to report that Lifetime has renewed “Devious Maids” -- the network’s fastestgrowing drama ever -- for an even

rim, $175; and a chicken feeder made by the Western Stoneware Company, $75. *** Q: I have several World War II-era editions of the Cherry Ames Student Nurse series. Do they have any value? -- Joan, Pueblo West, Colo. A: I contacted several book collectors, and they seem to agree that your books should be worth about $20 each, assuming they are in good condition and have their original covers. The first three titles in the series are “Cherry Ames, Student Nurse”; “Cherry Ames, Senior Nurse”; and “Cherry Ames, Army Nurse.” All three were written by Helen Ward, originally from Danville, Ill., where many of her stories are based. *** Q: I have a complete run of National Geographic magazines from 1983 through the present. I would like to sell them, but have no idea of what they’re worth. -- Charlie, Stigler, Okla. A: In two words, not much. The National Geographic magazine was a handsome publication, but it has never been popular with collectors. I suspect your back issues are worth in the $1 to $3 range each. ***

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more devious second season. patients, staff and extreme medical The Marc Cherry/Eva Long- maladies cause him to doubt his oria-produced mystery/com- own competence. edy/serial drama, inspired by Q: I loved John Stamos on the hit telenovela “Ellas Son “Glee,” and I wondered where la Alegria del Hogar,” will else I can see him now that his have a 13-episode second run on that show is done. -- Patty season in 2014. R., Omaha, Neb. Q: I read somewhere that A: The 50-year-old actor/mu“A Young Doctor’s Notebook,” sician/singer/songwriter co-stars starring Jon Hamm and Daniel as Connor McClane on USA’s Radcliffe, has been renewed for a “Necessary Roughness,” which second season; however, I’m not just wrapped its third season at sure where to find the first sea- the end of August. He also stars in son. The show looks incredibly the Yahoo! Screen (screen.yahoo. interesting, so I’d com) original show like to get caught “Losing It with John up. -- Patrick S., Stamos.” From exvia e-mail ecutive producers A: You’re in luck, Morgan Spurlock Patrick, because (“Super Size Me”) Ovation has acand John Stamos, quired the first seathe show takes a son of “The Young hilarious look back Doctor’s Notebook” at celebrities’ first and will begin airtimes. With the help ing it in October. of some artistic reBased on Russian imagining, viewers writer and playlearn that the enterDaniel Radcliffe wright Mikhail tainers we know and Bulgakov’s book, love lived the same “A Young Doctor’s Notebook” is awkward, embarrassing years we a darkly humorous account of the all did. Featured guests include turbulent experiences of a newly Michael Ian Black, Alan Cumgraduated doctor (Daniel Rad- ming, Olivia Munn, Michael Rapacliffe), artfully told through the port, Bob Saget, Matt Stone, Casey eyes of his older, opiate-addicted Wilson and more. Write to Cindy at self (Jon Hamm). The young doc- King Features Weekly Service, P.O. tor lands a post at a small hospi- Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475; tal in a remote village during the or e-mail her at letters@cindyelavsky. Russian Revolution, where the com. (c) 2013 King Features Synd.,

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) A little “wool-gathering” for the usually productive Lamb is all right if it helps you unwind. But be careful; too much daydreaming can put you behind schedule in your work. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A work problem is close to being resolved. Now you can go ahead and celebrate the week, accepting invitations from friends who enjoy your company. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Getting your new plan accepted won’t be a major hassle if you have the facts to back it up. Your supporters are also prepared to help you make your case. Good luck. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Dealing with a pesky job problem might be time-consuming but necessary. The sooner you get this situation settled, the sooner you can move on to other matters. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Career advancement is favored thanks to your impressive work record. On the personal side, you should soon hear some good news about an ailing family member. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) There might be mixed signals from a certain someone who doesn’t seem all that certain about his or her intentions. Best to sort it all out before it becomes more confusing. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Get all the facts about that invest-

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The Seniors Fraud Protection Act. Its purpose is threefold: educating seniors and their families about fraud schemes, improving the complaint system for victims of scams, and enhancing the monitoring of such schemes. The Federal Trade Commission would be directed to monitor and investigate possible scams and to create a special seniors website for information and complaints. Best of all, those complaints would no longer be ignored. The information would be made available to law enforcement. While there are too many scams targeting the elderly, the Jamaica lottery scam is particularly nasty. If the scammers don’t get immediate cooperation from the victim, they employ high-tech threat tools such as Internet satellite street-view pictures of the victim’s home. Even if the victim does pay (the

average of 319 days. Of those, 34,860 were over the 125 days. Now there are 49,928 veterans waiting an average 233 days. Of those, 35,734 are over 125 days and 11,091 veterans have waited over one year. To reach its goal of claims being processed in 125 days, the VA has a very long way to go. Freddy Groves regrets that he cannot personally answer reader questions, but will incorporate them into his column whenever possible. Send email to columnreply2@ gmail.com. (c) 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.

worst possible thing to do), they come after more money, threatening to burn down the house. They can look up the victim in online databases and learn the name of relatives. Your best bet to fight these scammers is to protect yourself: --Use your caller ID and don’t answer calls from the 876 area code. --If the “prize” sounds too good to be true, it is. --Never wire funds to anyone you don’t know. --If someone wants you to pay fees or “taxes” in advance to collect a prize, don’t. --Allow yourself to BE RUDE. Hang up on anyone suspicious. Matilda Charles regrets that she cannot personally answer reader questions, but will incorporate them into her column whenever possible. Send email to columnreply2@gmail.com. (c) 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.

On Aug. 22, 1776, the British arrive at Long Island -- between Gravesend and New Utrecht -- with 24,000 men, and on Sept. 15 captured New York City. It would remain in British hands until the end of the war. On Aug. 20, 1862, New York Tribune editor Horace Greeley publishes a blistering editorial, “The Prayer of Twenty Millions,” calling on President Abraham Lincoln to declare emancipation for all slaves. Unbeknownst to Greeley, Lincoln was already moving in the direction of emancipation. On Aug. 24, 1873, William Henry Jackson becomes the first person to photograph Colorado’s elusive Mount of the Holy Cross, providing reliable proof of its existence. Two deep snow-filled ravines at 90-angles form a large cross on the steep northeast face of a 14,000-foot mountain peak.

On Aug. 21, 1935, the Swing Era begins with Benny Goodman’s triumphant Palomar Ballroom performance in Los Angeles. When his relatively staid arrangements began to lose the young crowd, Goodman pulled out upbeat, syncopated rhythm arrangements -- to the crowd’s immense delight -- and swing was born. On Aug. 25, 1950, in anticipation of a crippling strike by railroad workers, President Harry Truman issues an executive order putting America’s railroads under the control of the U.S. Army. The railroad strike lasted for 21 months. He used the same justification for seizing control of steel plants when the United Steel Workers union struck later in the year. On Aug. 23, 1989, as punishment for betting on baseball, Cincinnati Reds manager Pete Rose accepts a settlement that includes a lifetime ban from the game. Rose continued to proclaim his innocence, but in 2004, Rose published “My Prison Without Bars,” in which he finally confessed to gambling on the Reds.

On Aug. 19, 1909, the first race is held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indiana, now the home of the Indianapolis 500. The track’s surface of crushed rock and tar proved a disaster, breaking up and causing the deaths (c) 2013 King Feaof two drivers, two tures Synd., Inc. mechanics and two spectators.

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1. Is the book of 3 Kings in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. “Satan” is found 15 times in the Old Testament, with 11 in which book? 1 Chronicles, Job, Psalms, Zechariah 3. In the sight of the elders of Israel, where did Moses bring water out of a rock? Horeb, Carmel, Pisgah, Gilboa 4. What did Sarah say she had not done, therefore lying to God? Walking, Eating, Laughing, Lusting 5. From the gospel of John 1:1, what was “in the beginning”? The Earth, The Heavens, The Word, The Spirit 6. Of these, which isn’t a biblical nationality? Amorites, Girgashites, Hivites, Woolites

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Q: I’m pregnant with my second child. In my first pregnancy, I had labor induced when I was 14 days past my due date. Am I going to have to go through that again? -- Mary P. Greenville, S.C. A: Maybe (see below). But first, some great pregnancy facts! The longest pregnancy was reported by a doctor at Los Angeles Methodist Hospital in 1945: 25-year-old Beulah Hunter supposedly gave birth to a 6 pound, 15 ounce baby girl after carrying her for 375 days -- 95 days longer than the 280 that women are told is “normal.” While it seems unlikely the claim is accurate, it does make you wonder, because finally researchers have figured out the length of a normal pregnancy can vary by as much as 37 days! And how did they determine this? Well, scientists compared urinalysis results from a large group of pregnant women to determine exactly when each woman ovulated and when a fertilized embryo implanted in her womb, and then tracked the women throughout their pregnancy. They discovered that 268 days (or 38 weeks and 2 days) is average for a full-term birth. And it’s not abnormal for it to take much longer. It’s interesting to note that only 4 percent of women deliver at 280 days, and 30 percent do not deliver within 10 days of their estimated due date. Whether the length of your pregnancy is normal but simply longer-running than most is something only you and your doctor can determine. But one thing the researchers found was that while “full term” varies from woman to woman, for any one mom, the length of her pregnancy is pretty consistent from child to child. For more helpful info, take a look at our book “YOU: Having a Baby.” And work with your doctor to monitor the development of the fetus throughout your pregnancy.

When it comes to the last stages, do what you must to protect your health and the health of your child. Congratulations! Q: I’m fascinated by the new 3-D printers; I can’t wait to manufacture things at home for myself and the kids. But I hear they may be a health hazard. What’s that about? -- John P., Minneapolis A: We also love technology that makes life simpler and easier. Who doesn’t? But you’re right, at-home 3-D printers come with some pretty serious risks. Remember “Na-Nu, Na-Nu,” the friendly Orkan greeting that extraterrestrial visitor Mork (Robin Williams) used when meeting Earthlings? Well 3D printers come with a similar, “Nano Nano” greeting, but the meaning isn’t so friendly. At-home 3-D printers (available from $400 to $1,300) that let you manufacture your own cup and saucer or screwdriver can release from 20 to 200 billion toxic nanoparticles as they “print” objects. A recent test ranked them all as “high emitters.” And some studies indicate that the emissions are related to total and cardio-respiratory mortality, hospital admissions for stroke and asthma symptoms. The way 3-D printers work is that they heat up a thermoplastic feedstock (the equivalent of an inkjet cartridge) and then extrude the plastic in layers to create your desired object. The lowertemperature models use PLA (polylactic acid) feedstock and may be safer than the higher temperature ones that use ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) feedstock. But industrial 3-D printers that are already used to make everything from scientific equipment to molds of teeth operate in a tightly controlled and filtered environment. Athome models are freestanding and don’t come with exhaust ventilation or filtration accessories. So you and your kids could breathe in harmful mini-particles of plastic and associated chemicals. Our tip? Hold off on buying that desktop 3-D printer until more tests are done to ensure it’s safe for in-home use. And if you do have one already, make sure it’s in a garage or shed that’s very well-ventilated and install an air filter. Don’t let the kids use it, and consider wearing a ventilator when you’re around it. *** Mehmet Oz, M.D. is host of “The Dr. Oz Show,” and Mike Roizen, M.D. is Chief Wellness Officer and Chair of Wellness Institute at Cleveland Clinic. Email your health and wellness questions to Dr. Oz and Dr. Roizen at youdocsdaily(at sign)sharecare.com. (c) 2013 Michael Roizen, M.D. and Mehmet Oz, M.D. Distributed by King Features Syndicate, Inc.

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Q: When I get out of the shower, the bathroom is completely fogged up, even when the exhaust fan is running. What’s the point of having a bathroom exhaust fan if it doesn’t clear the air? -- Kurt C., Huntsville, Ala. A: Good question. If a bathroom exhaust fan doesn’t do the job it’s advertised to do, what’s the point of having one? The exhaust fan serves a good purpose. It draws moist air out of the bathroom, minimizing damage to wallpaper, baseboards, the ceiling and anything else that isn’t sealed against water. However, if a “fog” lingers for more than five minutes after a shower, the fan isn’t doing its job. The problem could be a blocked exhaust duct, an ailing fan motor or a unit that’s not large enough to clear the entire room. In every case, the unit is not pulling enough air out of the bathroom. An exhaust fan should remove as many cubic feet of air each minute as the number of square feet of the bathroom’s floor space. Clean dust and debris from the unit and air ducts. If cleaning the unit doesn’t help, consider replacing it.

Switch off the unit at the circuit box, then remove the front grille. Use a circuit tester to make sure no power is coming through the wires attached to the fan motor. Do this by placing one probe of the tester against each connector, then placing the second probe against the grounding screw on the fan housing. Don’t touch the bare wires with your fingers. If the tester glows at any point, go back to the circuit box and turn off the correct switch. Remove the mounting screws and pull the fan out of the wall or ceiling cavity. Disconnect the vent hose and household wiring to free the unit, then set it aside. Next, measure the fan’s wall or ceiling cavity and record it. Measure the square footage of the bathroom, as well. Take those figures and the fan assembly to the home-improvement store and purchase a fan that works best for the room’s square footage. Make sure the new fan’s exhaust port matches the size of the old exhaust port. Install the new fan in the old cavity, if possible (a larger unit may require you to increase the size of the cavity). Attach the fan housing to the stud or joist, avoiding the nail holes of the old unit. Test the household wiring to make sure the power is off before attempting to connect them to the new unit. Then, follow the manufacturer’s instructions to hook up the wires. Connect the vent hose to the new unit’s exhaust port, replace the grille cover and switch on the power at the circuit box. HOME TIP Use caution when working with electrical products. Use a circuit tester to make sure the power is completely off, and don’t touch bare wiring with your fingers! Send your questions or home tips to ask@thisisahammer.com. My new e-book, “101 Best Home Tips,” is available to download on Amazon Kindle! Pick it up it today for just 99 cents. (c) 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.

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vitations with drawings or stamps. SET THE SCENE: Place a blooming flowerpot from your porch on the middle of a picnic table for an instant centerpiece. Tie a rope between trees or posts near the entry to your yard and use clothespins to hang a welcome sign and kid artwork. Use “outside” toys, games and sports equipment for active fun on the lawn. PREP SIMPLE SNACKS: Serve food and drinks on large trays for no-fuss transport out of your kitchen and into the yard. Choose easy, fresh eats to serve, such as chilled watermelon slices, ripe and tasty peaches, apricots and plums. Fill large bowls with fresh popcorn. Sip easy-to-prepare beverages and lots of ice water. For a refreshing punch that sparkles, mix pink lemonade with club soda in seconds. Add ice and float lemon slices. Stack paper cups next to the beverages, and let kids decorate them with stickers to identify their own cups. When the idea takes root, make it a potluck at the end of the summer and ask neighbors to bring food, drinks and activities to share. *** 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

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Salads: Beyond Lettuce When you hear the word “salad,” what comes to mind? These days everyone is putting a twist on salads, and what better way to get our children to eat more fruits and vegetables than by creating a colorful and flavorful salad for lunch or dinner. Dietary guidelines recommend 4 1/2 cups (9 servings) of fruits and vegetables for a 2,000-calorie diet, so why not make a salad to help meet this recommendation? Here are a few tips to make a salad that will appeal to even the pickiest eater: --Make it colorful! Dark leafy greens supply a tremendous amount of nutrients, including vitamins A, C and K, iron, calcium and fiber. Add some carrots, red bell peppers, tomatoes, blanched asparagus, beets or any other colorful vegetable, and you get additional nutrients critical for maintaining eyesight, bone health and digestive health. --Salad isn’t just for vegetables anymore! Try adding in heart-healthy walnuts, fresh apples, citrus segments, grapes, strawberries or blueberries to your plate of colorful vegetables. Like many vegetables, fruits contain antioxidants that can help protect against certain forms of cancer as well as reduce levels of bad (LDL) cholesterol. --Add some protein! Protein takes longer to digest, so it keeps us full longer. Protein also is needed for healthy muscles. Eggs, lean meat, beans, nuts and cheese (in limited quantities) are easy ways to add protein. --Find a healthier dressing that works for you! An oil-andvinegar dressing is a healthy choice -- the healthy fat from the oil helps your body absorb some of the vitamins from the salad -- but you still should limit

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Hot Dog Salad Lighten up a Chicago hot dog -- and save room for dessert -- by turning it into a salad, complete with all the classic fixings. 4 hot dogs 20 slices (thin) French bread (baguette) 1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk 1/4 cup pickled jalapenos, drained and chopped 3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish 2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard 1 green onion, finely chopped 2 teaspoons poppy seeds 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 6 cups coleslaw mix 4 medium tomatoes, sliced into half-moons 1. Prepare grill for direct grilling on mediumhigh. 2. Grill hot dogs 5 minutes or until crisp and lightly charred, turning occasionally. Grill baguette slices 3 minutes or until golden brown, turning over halfway through. 3. Meanwhile, in large bowl, whisk together buttermilk, jalapenos, relish, mustard, green onion, poppy seeds and black pepper. 4. Slice hot dogs on an angle. Add to bowl with dressing along with baguette slices, coleslaw mix and tomatoes; toss to combine. Makes 4 main-dish servings. Each serving: About 390 calories, 17g total fat (7g saturated), 36mg cholesterol, 1,215mg sodium, 44g total carbs, 5g dietary fiber, 15g protein. For thousands of triple-tested recipes, visit our website at www.goodhousekeeping.com/recipefinder/. (c) 2013 Hearst Communications, Inc. All rights reserved

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