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Soldier, Scholar, Oklahoman Thanksgiving Memories from Dr. Clarence G. Oliver, Jr. BY MACY GOODNIGHT

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e is an iconic Oklahoman and well-known and respected for an infinite number of reasons. Dr. Clarence G. Oliver, Jr.’s list of accomplishments is extensive, and the level of integrity in which he has lived his life is that of a remarkable role model and inspiration to all. In his lifetime, he has accomplished a great many things, including careers as a journalist, photographer, newspaper editor and publisher, author, Army officer, teacher, and school administrator. For 60 years, he worked in education. He has written numerous books based on his own memories, as well as local history. Some of his awards include Outstanding Citizen of the Year in 1975 and 1992, the Broken Arrow Chamber Legacy Award in 2011. In February 2015, he was recognized again by the Chamber with the first Dr. Clarence G. Oliver Jr. Lifetime Achievement Award, newly created in his honor. Above all else, at 91 years old, he is one of the most highly respected leaders in the community. His record of honors and endowments is nothing short of extraordinary. Many people have heard him speak, read his books, and know of his work and accolades, but there is something about Dr. Oliver some might not know: His favorite holiday is Thanksgiving. Born in July of 1929, Clarence arrived just as the Great Depression was beginning. In his book ‘One from the Least and Disappearing Generation: A Memoir of a Depression-Era Kid,’ Dr. Oliver wrote, “Childhood experiences of life during the nation’s time of massive economic difficulties, followed immediately by a world-wide war, which impacted every family in the land, left indelible impressions which, even in adulthood, affect the beliefs and behaviors of those of us who lived through those years.” Young Clarence wasn’t aware of how financially poor his family was until later in life, after becoming more aware of other people’s circumstances outside of his own. His mother, Jewel Dyer, who had been orphaned after her parents passed away as a child, grew up as a ward of a kindly family. Clarence knew the Roberts family as his own, even Left: Dr. Clarence G. Oliver, Jr., has a record of honors and achievements that is nothing short of extraordinary, but is genuinely a great person to simply enjoy a cup of coffee with. With many stories to tell, he shares why Thanksgiving is his favorite holiday.

Right: Thanksgiving Week, 1951; Soldiers of Company C, 180th Infantry Regimental Combat Team, pictured in close quarters onboard the USS Henrico, en route from Japan to Korea. Master Sergeant Clarence G. Oliver, Jr. is at far left in the photo. Five or six days after Thanksgiving Day, these soldiers were in combat in North Korea.

though there was no blood relation. With a memory that is as sharp as a tack, Dr. Oliver recalls, beginning at around eight years old, escorting Mr. M.D.L (Marquis de Lafayette) Roberts, who was blind, on walks around the neighborhood each day. Clarence would then read the bible to him in the evenings. Mr. Roberts would ask young Clarence to walk him to church each Sunday evening; in fact, visiting every church in Ada’s old-town neighborhood, exposing him to many different denominations as a child. Mr. Roberts was the very definition of a grandfather to Clarence, despite their lack of ancestry. There was an indelible bond within this unique family. They didn’t have much, but what they did have was an immense love for each other. Clarence’s Mother and Father, Clarence Oliver, Sr., worked very hard during these times to provide for their family. For about eight years, his father struggled to find work, doing whatever he could. “My father walked 20 miles once, for 50 cents that a man owed him for some work he had done, so he would have money to buy food,” said Dr. Oliver. “People now can’t quite comprehend that kind of desperation.” Thanksgiving holidays looked very different for most people during those years. “There were times you didn’t have meat, but you put together whatever you had.” One of the most memorable Thanksgivings Dr. Oliver remembers was in 1949, and as he recalls, the economy was getting better. He was home for the holiday from his studies at Oklahoma A&M College in Stillwater, where he

was a student in the School of Journalism. Along with his mother, father, and younger sister, Jane Alice, they would join at the home of Delia and Chester Mathis, together with Delia’s father, Mr. Roberts, the patriarch of the family. Clarence’s “Uncle” Chester was an engineer by trade, and at retirement age, started a concrete products company. “They had a nice home at the end of town, and obviously had a good deal more money than the rest of us,” said Dr. Oliver. “They invited my family to share Thanksgiving with them.” It was not an elaborate meal, but as Dr. Oliver recalls, there was a meat- ham, to be exact. The plates and glasses were very nice, and the silverware all matched. “It was all nicer than what my family was accustomed to,” he said. It was a special day, but not because of the finery. It wasn’t fancy. “I wasn’t related to them, except in my heart,” Dr. Oliver said. “It was a close-knit family filled with a lot of love, and we felt very welcome.” Their day was spent around a table talking and sharing time together. At the age of 17, Clarence enlisted in the military. In 1951, he would spend Thanksgiving on board the troopship USS Henrico, serving as Master Sergeant, of Company C, 180th Infantry Regimental Combat Team, in the Korean War. On the ship, soldier’s bunks were stacked six-deep, and everything each soldier possessed was kept in the bunk with them. On Thanksgiving Day, Soldiers ate their dinner quickly and while standing at a counter, as the long lines of soldiers Left: Thanksgiving Day with Family, 1949. One of Dr. Oliver’s most memorable Thanksgiving Days, pictures left to right; Delia and Chester Mathis, Mr. MDL (Marquis de Lafayette) Roberts, Jewel A. (Dyer) Oliver, Jane Alice Oliver, and Clarence G. Oliver, Sr. (Not pictured: Clarence G. Oliver, Jr., who was taking the picture.)

Above: Thanksgiving dinner aboard the USS Henrico, with soldiers from the 180th Infantry Regimental Combat Team en route to North Korea. Soldiers were quickly pushed through the line and ate standing up at a counter before heading back on to deck or to quarters.

were pushed through the mess hall and back out on deck or to troop quarters. Five or six days after Thanksgiving that year, he would be in combat in North Korea. His wife, Vinita, and their newborn son were at home during his deployment. “I missed being with my family during that year,” he said. “I sent and received letters from home, but I missed being there.” There would be many wonderful Thanksgiving celebrations and memories to follow, and Dr. Oliver and Vinita would create many holiday memories with their children and grandchildren. He even has a secret special turkey recipe. Since Vinita’s passing, he shares the warmth of the holiday with his children and their families. To this day, the best part of the celebration for Dr. Oliver is the time shared with the ones you love. “There’s no pressure, no gifts to buy,” he said, “just time to sit around and talk, and spend time with the family.” Dr. Clarence G. Oliver knows a thing or two about gratitude, and those who are fortunate enough to spend time talking with him are thankful for the wisdom he has to share.

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pproaching Thanksgiving, it’s respect they get today. During the time for us to make our annual Vietnam War, our troops got little mental lists of all the things or no respect when returning home we’re most thankful for. If you haven’t from that horrible and unpopular included freedom on your list, please war. Some were even called “baby allow me to suggest that you do. killers.” Thank goodness it’s no There’s a bumper sticker that says, “If longer that way. The patriotism you’re reading this, thank a teacher. If we see all around us is not only you’re reading this in English, thank encouraging, but it’s very unifying. a veteran.” Now that’s powerful. How And there’s certainly a need for that many of our brave soldiers have given with all the divisiveness going on in the ultimate sacrifice so we can live our country at this time. in this great country and enjoy the There was a time I only wore my freedom we all share. military cap occasionally. Now, I We have thousands of dedicated wear it nearly every time I go out. soldiers serving all around the world. I It’s a great communication tool. Old know they appreciate all the thoughts veterans like myself enjoy speaking and prayers from those of us back here and shaking hands, thanking each at home going on with our daily lives. other for their service. When a It’s difficult not to notice the large veteran encounters another veteran number of veterans in our midst. Many who served in the same branch of them wear those familiar caps of service, it leads to even deeper declaring what war they were in, or conversation. “Where were you what ship they were on. My cap says, stationed?” “How long were you in?” “Master Sergeant, U. S. Air Force Retired.” “When were you in?” and on and on. And I wear it proudly. Here’s something for consideration. Not long ago, veterans didn’t get the If you encounter a veteran in a restaurant, tell the waitress you’d like to pay for that person’s meal. You’ll be glad you did. And, the veteran will be reminded that there are folks who care. One great result of this current patriotic movement is the fact that many, many non-military folks take the time to approach a veteran and thank them for their service. That’s a win-win and makes both feel better. I would highly encourage anyone who sees a

Above: Nick Aston, Master Sergeant, U. S. Air Force Retired. Nick retired in 2002.

veteran wearing his or her military cap to pause, make eye contact, and share a kind word. The most appropriate thing you can say is, “Thank you for your service.” Most often, that’s all that needs to be said. As we enumerate our blessings this November, the month which features Veteran’s Day and Thanksgiving Day, let’s remember, “Freedom is NOT free.”

Left: Like many Veterans I have a shadowbox in which I display my medals, ribbons and badges. As you can imagine, I ended up with a rather large collection at the end of my 21 years. I served during the Vietnam War as well as Desert Storm. It’s pretty apparent when you see my shadowbox that I take a lot of pride in that part of my life. Most Veterans do. Prominently displayed at the center of my shadowbox is a Meritorious Service Medal, my highest honor. Seven of my medals are from the Air Force. Two of them are from the state of Georgia, of which one is for the time I spent in the Venue Officer Unit during the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games in Atlanta.

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HoneyBaked Ham Company of Tulsa to the Rescue… Your tastiest holiday meals are easier than ever! BY MARY WEBRA

his year, more than 2.5 million customers will invite HoneyBaked Ham to be an important part of their holiday gatherings from Thanksgiving through the beginning of the New Year. It all started back in the 1940s when founder Harry Hoenselaar patented the perfect final touch to his delicious gourmet hams…the spiral-slicing process. In addition, Harry also created a unique curing and cooking process that produced unbelievably high quality, bone-in smoked hams. The company is still family-owned, and each product still

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employs the same procedures Harry created from the beginning…one at a time. This is just one of the unique features that make Honey Baked Ham and Turkey so deliciously different from similar products. Whole Honey Baked Turkeys are sold roasted, smoked, or Cajun style. HoneyBaked Ham Co. and Cafe of Tulsa is locally owned and operated by Lee Griffin, and the store Manager/ Partner is Nikki McAnelly. “Honey Baked’s core values include treating customers like gold, treating everyone with respect, doing the right thing, delivering quality and growth worthy

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Above: Lee Griffin, Owner of Honey Baked Ham Company of Tulsa.

of the brand, and making a difference while having some fun!” says Lee. When you visit the store for lunch, to pick up a delicious dinner, or use them to cater an event at your home or business, you’ll readily witness how well Lee and his crew live up to the values instilled by the parent company. Hams from Honey Baked go through a strict vetting process before they are even cooked. Once selected, they are cured and flavored and baked between 20 and 24 hours over hickory smoke. They are then

spiral-sliced before they are carefully packaged. Before the ham is sold, it is again inspected, and a special glaze is layered on before sealing it up. “We’re consistent in what we do, and this is just one of the reasons HoneyBaked Ham Co. has remained a leader in the industry for over 60 years.” In addition to the exquisite taste, turkey breasts are fully cooked and ready to serve, allowing you to spend less time in the kitchen and more time celebrating life with friends and family, one meal at a time. Each of the 12,000 people employed during the holiday season are instrumental in helping equip the company to deliver the premium quality products millions of customers have come to expect from HoneyBaked Ham. The store provides the same highquality standards in every product offered, from their Honey Glazed Ham and Turkey to all the additional products. You will love their plethora of side dishes that are sure to convince everyone you’ve labored for days over a hot stove. Items include standards such as mashed potatoes and gravy, green bean casserole, macaroni and cheese, and cornbread dressing. But how about shaking it up with a sweet potato soufflé or Tuscan style broccoli? Lee stated that their sweet potato soufflé continues to be their #1 selling side dish with literally thousands sold at their store during the holiday season. He also smiled and said, “I can eat 5 or 6 all by myself.” Ham, turkey, cheese, fruit, and

veggie trays continue to be a corporate favorite for parties and get-togethers. A meat and cheese party tray that serves 10 to 12 people runs about $49.99; 12 to 14 people about $69.99. A 24-hour advance preparation notice for trays is appreciated. To accompany your How To Scan a QR Code party trays and • Open the Camera app on your phone meats, you won’t • Select the rear facing camera, and hold your device so that the QR code appears in want to forget the viewfinder in the Camera app to add their • Tap the notification to open the link ever-popular associated with the QR code Signature Sauces… #1 is their Hickory Honey Mustard, Above: Scan this QR code with your smart phone and reveal the Honey Baked menu. and #2 is Cranberry Walnut Chutney. Each one deliciously enhances the “Whether you’re dining at our cafe, flavor of the meats. catering or using us for your holiday A wide range of desserts, such as parties and meals, you’re going to apple, pecan, and pumpkin pie are enjoy the same high-quality standards available as well. But if your gang in every product we offer. Our is yearning for something different, customers say, over and over again, try a carrot cake or cheesecake. Red that our recipes are reminiscent of velvet cake is back in stock especially their mothers and grandmothers, and for the holidays. “Our most popular the dishes taste as if they came from dessert is our pecan pie followed by our apple caramel pie,” said Lee. Their their kitchens.” Lee and his team have gone above selection of sweet rolls and breakfast and beyond, keeping your foods items are the perfect hostess gift idea, and pick-up preferences safe and to serve for your holiday breakfast, or with a cup of cocoa after an evening (continued on next page) of outdoor strolling and caroling. ®

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secure. Your safety is at the top of their list. “Inspections are frequent and as intense as ever. We are doing everything possible to ensure the public, our employees, and their families their utmost safety and reliability,” stressed Lee, “through all of this, we have kept our full staff working, and no one in our Honey Baked family has so far been sick.” The letter pictured says it all. For your convenience, you can “Grab-n-GO” inside their socially distanced store; or “Touchless” purchasing and pick-up curbside. Both are smooth and seamless. It’s easy by following these steps: First, choose your items and pay online at pickup.honeybaked.com. Second, follow the signage at the store for the touch-less drive-thru pick-up line. You will receive a reminder email and receipt for your purchases. Curbside service will be open during regular business hours. Their drive-thru will be open on peak days, and you must pre-purchase online to pick-up at the drive-thru. Both ways to purchase have been well planned and organized. “Our hams have a distinctly different taste and tenderness that other similar products fail to possess. Our world-renowned recipe and

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While this year has felt particularly long, we are actually looking forward to the holiday season. A year of pandemic and political upheaval has made us appreciate our loved ones in a new way and if your business is like ours, we spend more time with our work family than our home family. HoneyBaked hopes we can still help you show your appreciation for all of your family this holiday. Making your gifting experience both meaningful and easy is our goal. As your gifting needs change to accommodate people working from home or those working in new socially distant workspaces, we are here to help. Let us design a personalized gifting plan with your needs in mind. Whether you give a ham or turkey, be assured that our packaging has always been focused on safety and quality. Each item is inspected, glazed and packaged individually while adhering to the most recent health department guidelines along with our o wn stringent corporate guiding principles. An d if there How To Scan a QR Code isn’t a holiday gathering in your future but you still want to show your appreciation, our gift cards will • Open the Camera app on your phone allow your folks to get HoneyBaked at home o n their own timeline. They can shop either he re in the • Select the rear facing camera, and hold your device so that the QR code appears in store or using the catalog for home delivery. the viewfinder in the Camera app

We will be sending you an email quote based on your purchase last year. And to make that • Tap the notification to open the link even more associated with the QR code appetizing this year we are going back to 2018 pricing. As everyone tightens their purse stri ngs in these unsettling times, we want to help your bottom-line. Even if your budget or staffing levels have changed, let us bring some ‘normal’ back to your holiday. Please don’t hesitate to call or email us with any questions or to discuss how we can support you this year.

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preparation compare to no other,” explained Lee. Trust the experts by letting Lee and his crew help you create the setting, moments, and taste that have helped make holidays so special for 60 years! That sweet, crunchy glaze on both the ham and turkey breasts can only be found at Honey Baked Ham. And each ham and turkey breast is glazed Left: Honey Baked Ham signature sauces and holiday side dishes are perennial favorites. 12 |

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by hand in the store to assure that you’re receiving the freshest, besttasting products. Nothing’s better the day after than a Honey Baked Ham sandwich! “We have everything you need,” says Lee. “And we look forward to serving you!” Honey Baked Gift Cards make great gifts for any special occasion. You can redeem your Honey Baked Ham gift card at Lee’s website: pickup.honeybaked.com.

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The Son Does Shine at Gleam Guard BY MACY GOODNIGHT

hillip Booth was born to shine. In 1987, before he was even born, his father, Tracy Booth, founded Gleam Guard; an A+ Rated BBB Accredited Business. Following in his father’s footsteps, Phillip is now managing the Tulsa Metro office, with years of knowledge and experience of the company’s innovative technique and technology. Gleam Guard specializes in one-day, mess-free cabinet refinishing. Larger kitchens may require an additional day. Their process first begins with preparation,

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involving a thorough cleaning of wood to remove dirt and debris. Restoration of cabinets, and other interior woodwork, includes reparation of damaged areas with custom matched stain blends. Finally, the cabinets are protected with a clear coating that will keep cabinets looking fresh and new for decades. Cabinet wood stain color change is also possible by the use of a special overglaze. Their goal is to return cabinets to their former glory and make them look like new again, at a fraction of the cost. The service is dust-free and non-toxic. The process and technique will not only work on traditional wood surfaces, but also on painted, glazed, and pickled wood. A 5-year, free touch-up warranty is offered with their services. The process is most convenient for their clients, with no need to empty cabinets or remove hardware before service. Flexible scheduling is readily available. Refinished cabinets are not only easier to clean and maintain, but will provide lasting results and durability. It couldn’t be any simpler, or cost-effective for their customers to have like-new cabinetry in any room of their home. Phillip’s earliest memory of

working with his father was when he was ten years old, and he recalls simply visiting with the clients while his father worked that day. One of 5 siblings, Phillip tried other things after school, but like most of his family, he came back to working with the family business. “It just feels like a natural fit for me,” said Phillip. “It is honest work, and that’s my favorite part. We’re not happy if our clients aren’t happy.” Phillip is proud of his family business and is confident that nothing needs to change at Gleam Guard. “Our process has remained relatively the same, and it just works every time,” he said. “There is no need to evolve in a big way.” He most favors the instant gratification he receives with each project. “It’s really satisfying to see old and worn-down cabinets

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The Diabetes Epidemic COVID’s Quiet Companion BY DANGER GEIST

Above: Kim Koleber stands in the backyard of her event center, where she has been advocating during the pandemic.

iabetes has become the dark horse companion to COVID-19, as 40% of virusrelated deaths during the pandemic have had a diabetes component. Of course, diabetes has been a medical rancor predating the virus, affecting 34 million Americans. Here in Oklahoma, 356,000 people have diagnosed diabetes, an additional 93,000 have diabetes, but don’t know it, and an alarming 35% of the adult population have prediabetes. The cost of diagnosed diabetes is estimated in Oklahoma to be $3.8 billion. This was the nightmare that Kim Koleber first experienced in 1988. Kim’s child was diagnosed with the flu a month before her third birthday, but unlike most children, Megan never rallied. Even after extensive treatment that included fluids and extra food, Megan was still losing weight and growing pale. On Easter Sunday that year, Megan just wanted to sleep all day, eschewing her Easter dinner and choosing to nap instead of finding the hidden Easter eggs in the lawn. Kim knew something was very wrong and took her to the family pediatrician, who was able to quickly diagnose her with Type 1 diabetes after he saw that her blood sugar level was six times the

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he sold the patent to Eli Lilly for just $1. normal high-end amount. Megan was Unfortunately, the three manufacturers admitted to the St. Francis ICU, where of insulin - Eli Lilly, NovoLog, and she was put on a slow IV drip of insulin and spent seven days fighting for her life. Sanofi - sell the $6 product for over $300 per vial, forcing 1 in 4 people Megan survived the medical scare, with diabetes to ration their insulin. and during the next 10 years the Today, Kim and the entire Oklahoma Koleber family found their advocacy Legislative Diabetes Caucus fight to voices and mission to share “Megan’s ensure that those diagnosed with Story” to at least one new person daily. Today, Megan is 35 years old and carries diabetes don’t have to go without the lifesaving medication. Kim says that a glucagon emergency kit, along with “insulin for someone with diabetes is like wearing an inserted insulin pump and continuous glucose monitor at all times, air for anyone else,” and that one of the most heart-wrenching episodes she’s but that hasn’t stopped her from having had to face is when she or Megan has a successful career as the Executive dropped a vial of insulin and watched Director of Broken Arrow Neighbors, as the $300 medication washed over an emergency basic needs service the floor. Kim and the caucus continue provider. Megan has walked among to work with legislators to ensure that Congress, spoken at the Capitol, and no person with diabetes has to feel that sent letters to presidents and Speakers accidentally dropping a dose of their of the House advocating for diabetes insulin amounts to the biggest mistake research and support at both the federal of their life. and local levels. Meanwhile, Kim has Senators Frank Simpson and Carri found her place as an advocate in the Hicks co-lead the caucus and are Oklahoma Legislative Diabetes Caucus, available to take any calls you have first being involved in the Diabetes regarding the fight against diabetes. Action Plan (Senate Bill 250) of 2015. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and November 14th - the OKLAHOMA LEGISLATIVE birthdate of Dr. Banting, who DIABETES CAUCUS discovered insulin - is celebrated SENATOR FRANK SIMPSON, CO-CHAIR worldwide. Prior to Dr. Banting’s 1921 (405) 521-5607 | FRANK.SIMPSON@OKSENATE.GOV discovery of insulin, diabetes was a SENATOR CARRI HICKS, CO-CHAIR (405) 521-5543 | CARRI.HICKS@OKSENATE.GOV death sentence. It’s for this reason that

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Left: LCI owner, Kalan Paul, strives to provide not only the strongest, most durable concrete driveway but has built his business with a foundation of quality and assurance in his specialized expertise.

What Makes a Well-Made Driveway? The Solid Answer with LCI BY MACY GOODNIGHT

n almost every neighborhood, on nearly every street in America, there is a driveway, but they aren’t all constructed in the same way. If the entrance to your home is built well, it should endure an era. In Oklahoma, a little extra time and care during construction will ensure it will withstand the elements and stay solid. How do you know if yours will last? It’s simple: Call LCI. Owner, Kalan Paul, has specialized in concrete driveway renewal and replacement for over 15 years. His company is focused solely on their niche and expertise, and are,

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therefore, the authority on concrete driveways. They have earned their A+ rating with the BBB and Angie’s List, with an extraordinarily honest work ethic and the highest level of integrity. LCI’s mission is to provide maximum quality workmanship and materials with an expeditious project completion time, all with an affordable price point and ultimate customer satisfaction. In order to achieve their exceptional grade driveways, there are specific requirements to adhere to, ensuring that the concrete work will last for decades. According to Kalan, a

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good foundation and the right mixture of materials is a prerequisite. “Concrete in Oklahoma, in order to stand up to the elements, needs to be air-entrenched, meaning tiny bubbles are blown into the mixture before it comes out to the worksite,” he said. “This gives it flexibility in our clay soil.” The infrastructure of the driveway is also integral, with rebar used as the standard and set into the concrete in a grid pattern. LCI then dowels the concrete together, in a process that

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drills into any existing, surrounding concrete and connects the newly laid pad. “This keeps the new pad from rising and falling, or falling apart,” said Kalan. A 3-day minimum cure time is required before it can be driven on. “We build a good, solid driveway that you’ll have for decades,

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and hopefully for your lifetime.” A well-oiled machine, LCI’s assurance of excellence is the foundation of their business. “I don’t want to have to come back and fix it,” Kalan said. “With over 700 driveways installed, I haven’t had to replace one yet. We keep and maintain the quality we provide.” Kalan’s work ethic extends well beyond his business into his own personal life. His father was a small business owner too and passed away early in his life. “I became a business owner too, and now that I have children and have been married for almost 20 years, I want my children to be able to look up to me and follow in my footsteps, whatever they choose to do,” said Kalan, “and just to know when you do something, do it right the first time, make your

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ou can’t see them but they are there and when they are there sickness will spread. High traffic areas and surfaces are very often loaded with viruses, bacteria, fungi, spores, and other pathogens that aren’t good for us to come in contact with. No space is immune to the problem they cause…that includes your business, public transportation, athletic facilities, hotels, and childcare facilities. While regular cleaning is performed, there are still many areas that are missed and re-contaminated by dirty mops, sponges and inadequate cleaning supplies. It’s a big problem if someone becomes infected and it results in not just illness, but also lost work time, doctor visits and possible hospitalization. Businesses can suffer also due to losses in productivity, scheduling, and increases in employee healthcare costs. The latest in protection and prevention is available from Midwest Pathogend Services, serving Arkansas, Oklahoma, Texas and beyond. They provide a service using procedures, and technology designed for healthcare facilities, hospitals, and surgery centers using: Hydrogen Peroxide Micron-

Above: The girls weight room and other facilities at Lincoln Christian School are regularly disinfected to prevent irregular contamination.

Fogging. It is a scientifically proven treatment to bio-decontaminate your space and kill nasty germs and pathogens like spores, viruses, bacteria, mold and fungi including Cdiff, Norovirus, TB, Legionella, Salmonella, Staph, Influenza, Measles, Chickenpox and more in every corner, crevice, nook and cranny. It is used as a last step evaporating fog that reaches virtually every surface in your space without wetting things down. It is safe for electronics, and other highly sensitive materials and surfaces. You get maximum coverage of over 99% of areas that normally get missed or cross-contaminated; you also get a kill rate of 99.9999% for all organisms listed previously, and more. Plus the disinfected room air smells fresher, too. It is EPA registered Sporocidal Disinfectant and they use CDC (Center for Disease Control) protocols. You can stop and prevent outbreaks in your childcare facility, school, medical or dental facility, church, or business. Midwest Pathogend Services will prove it with their procedure commonly used in hospitals, schools and hotels. Since we are fighting something we can’t see - they will come to your space and test using validation methods to provide proof of germ presence before treatment, and the reduction of germ counts after treatment. Their procedure works like this: STEP 1: ASSESSMENT Identify facility needs with onsite swab testing and analysis. Results are available in minutes, not days. STEP 2: DECONTAMINATION Disinfection surface wipe down, Hydrogen Peroxide Micron Fogging*, and extended protection application. No germ is left behind on 100% of surfaces, air, and missed places – hospital grade disinfection. STEP 3: REPORTING DOCUMENTATION Provide you with swab testing and results, environmental recommendations, and routine facility enhancement. Your tailored plan is designed to avoid excessive time and unnecessary costs.

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make the business more efficient, it reduces the risk of losses due to fraud, Moyer explains. Nearly as important as having the right product is having a stellar treasury support team backing you up. Find a bank that provides on-site installation and training to ensure everything is set-up correctly and is available to answer questions, according to RCB Bank Treasury Support Specialist Brianna Davenport. “We want to make our customers’ lives easier, not more complicated,” she says. A good treasury support team works in tandem with the business sales representative to ensure everything runs smooth. They also work with the business owner to help them maximize their new service. “We work closely with our sales team,” notes Davenport. “We talk with customers about the technical side and help them understand the product better.” She adds, “We want our business

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When choosing a bank to partner your business with, there is more than just comparing the cost of services. Relationships, tailored financial solutions and great support services should be at the top of your list.

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BARTLESVILLE NOV 20-DEC 30 6PM TO 10PM Fantasy Land of Lights (Drive-Thru) Free but donations accepted Johnstone Park, Bartlesville fantasylandoflights.com

NOV 27-DEC 20 FRI,SAT, SUN 5PM TO 9PM

Woolaroc Wonderland of Lights (Drive-Thru) $2 per person 1925 Woolaroc Ranch Rd., Bartlesville woolaroc.org

Downtown Church of Christ 15802 S. Memorial Dr., Bixby facebook.com/events/2697643803836589

South County Recreation Center 13800 S. Peoria Ave., Bixby parks.tulsacounty.org/SpecialEvents.aspx

DEC 4-6 - 10AM TO 4PM

DEC 13 - 4PM TO 5PM

Christmas at The Ranch 2020 181 Ranch 3913 E. 181st St. S., Bixby facebook.com/events/449813792584446

DEC 5 - 9AM TO 4PM

Bixby Holiday Arts & Crafts Show Bixby Community Center 211 N. Cabaniss Ave., Bixby parks.tulsacounty.org/SpecialEvents.aspx

DEC 11 - 4PM TO 5PM

DEC 5 - 6:30PM

Bartlesville Christmas Parade Downtown Bartlesville, starting at the Phillips 66 parking lot entrance at Frank Phillips Boulevard bartlesvillekiwanis.org/christmas-parade

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Bixby Visit from Santa Claus Bixby Community Center Free Event 211 N. Cabaniss Ave., Bixby parks.tulsacounty.org/SpecialEvents.aspx

DEC 11 - 7:30PM

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Buy Bixby Finale hosted by theBixby Metro Chamber of Commerce Charley Young Event Park 50 W. Dawes Ave., Bixby bixbychamber.chambermaster.com

NOV 14 - 10AM TO 5PM

DEC 12 - 10AM TO 12PM

NOV 1-DEC10

Bixby Holiday Bazaar

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Pictures & Cookies with Santa Bixby Community Center 211 N. Cabaniss Ave., Bixby parks.tulsacounty.org/SpecialEvents.aspx

DEC 13 - 5PM TO 8PM

Christmas Crafts Bixby Library 20 E. Breckenridge Ave., Bixby bixbyok.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=622

DEC 13 - 5:30PM

Festival of the Trees hosted by the Bixby Historical Society Charley Young Event Park 50 W. Dawes Ave., Bixby bixbyok.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=622

DEC 13 - 6:30PM

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Buy Broken Arrow Multiple Businesses Drawing held December 17 at 3pm brokenarrowchamber.com/buy-broken-arrow

NOV 19 - 6PM TO 8PM

It’s A Wonderful Life in Broken Arrow Holiday Kickoff Santa Claus, Live Music, Ice Rink Rose District rosedistrict.com

NOV 26-JAN 1 - 6PM TO 11:30PM Rhema Lights Rhema Bible Church 1025 W Kenosha St, Broken Arrow rhemalights.org

NOV 30 - 11AM TO 1PM

Sensory Sensitive Day in the Rose District Meet and greet with Santa Claus Rose District Pavillion 418 S Main St, Broken Arrow rosedistrict.com

Bixby Christmas Parade hosted by the Rotary Club of Bixby Charley Young Event Park 50 W. Dawes Ave., Bixby bixbyok.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=622

DEC 3 - 10AM TO 11:45AM

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DEC 3 - 6:30PM

Broken Arrow Civitan’s Christmas Parade Start at Main St. & College St., end at Central Park Community Center Rose District facebook.com/BA-Civitans-309729969460684 Wine Walk

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DEC 6 - 1PM TO 3PM

Safenet Services’ 16th Annual Festival of Trees Virtual Auction facebook.com/SafenetOklahoma

DEC 1 - DEC 4 AT 8PM

Meet & Greet with Santa Claus Rose District Pavillion 418 S Main St, Broken Arrow rosedistrict.com

DEC 12 - 5:30PM TO 7:30PM

DEC 19 - 12PM TO 3PM

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Cookies & Cocoa with Santa Rose District Plaza 418 S Main St, Broken Arrow facebook.com/ events/553525898708407

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Kings Medieval Faire Black Gold Park 95 W 145th Street, Glenpool

CATOOSA DEC 12 - 2PM TO 4PM

55th Annual Catoosa Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade North on Cherokee St. from High School to Oak St. catoosachamber.org

DEC 5 - 10AM TO 5PM

COWETA DEC 5 - 6PM

Coweta Christmas Parade Santa’s Helpers Downtown Coweta Broadway District facebook.com/ events/362658231453831

MUSKOGEE NOV 26 - JAN 1 - 5:30PM TO 10PM Castle of Muskogee Christmas The Castle of Muskogee 3400 W. Fern Mountain Rd., Muskogee okcastle.com

NOV 26-JAN 1 SUN-THUR 5:30PM TO 10PM FRI-SAT 5:30PM TO 11PM

NOV 19 - 6PM TO 8PM

Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration Ne-Mar Shopping Center 1000 W. Will Rogers Blvd, Claremore visitclaremore.org

NOV 21 - 6PM

25th Annual Dickens on the Boulevard Downtown Claremore

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DEC 5 - 6PM TO 9PM

A Thankful Hometown Hero Christmas Parade Starts at Main St. and Taft, travels north to Dewey, turns east to Sapulpa High School sapulpachamber.com/events

Holiday Bazaar St. Henry Catholic Church 8500 N. Owasso Expressway

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Owasso Christmas Pageant Baptist Children’s Home 12700 E. 76th St. N., Owasso obhc.org

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Lights On Utica Square Photo booth, live music uticasquare.com/events/lights-on

Christmas Parade of Lights Downtown Pryor, E. Graham Ave. pryorchamber.com/christmas-parade-oflights.html

SAND SPRINGS NOV 7 - 9AM TO 3PM

Harvest Christmas Craft Show 2020 Free admission Harvest Church 1601 W. 4th St., Sand Springs harvestchurchok.org

DEC 5 - 10AM TO 2PM

Holiday Market Janeway Estate & Venue 16162 W. 61st St. S., Sand Springs janewaycastlestone.com

The Garden of Lights Honor Heights Park $5 per car, $10 per bus Monday nights are free 1400 Honor Heights Dr., Muskogee muskogeeonline.org

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NOV 27 - 6PM TO 9:30PM

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NOV 6-7 - 9AM TO 5PM Creek County Rt. 66 Quilt Show 17806 W. Hwy 66, Kellyville

DEC 5 - 4PM TO 7PM

Miracle on 34th Church 3434 Drive-thru multicultural marketplace 3434 S. Garnett, Tulsa church3434.org

DEC 12 - 11:30AM TO 1PM

Santa Visit Free for kids 12 and under, masks required Buddy LaFortune Community Center 5202 S. Hudson Ave., Tulsa parks.tulsacounty.org/SpecialEvents.aspx

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Winter Wonderland Chapman Adventure Playground Gathering Place gatheringplace.org/signature-events

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Wagoner Christmas Parade Wagoner’s Historic Downtown Cherokee Street, Wagoner facebook.com/events/646335792838687

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Lights On and Tree of Hope Lighting Creek County Courthouse Gazebo and Lawn 222 E Dewey Ave, Sapulpa sapulpachamber.com/events

NOV 21 - 9AM TO 5PM

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Hoosier Tire Arenacross Nationals Claremore Expo Center 400 Veterans Parkway, Claremore hoosierarenacross.com

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Will’s Country Christmas Free Admission Will Rogers Birthplace Ranch 9501 E. 380 Rd., Oologah

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Good Shepherd Holiday Bazaar Good Shepherd Episcopal Church ECW 1420 E. Dewey, Sapulpa

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NOV 14 - 8AM TO 5PM

Native American Christmas Market 2020 Admission $1 Glenpool Conference Center 12205 S. Yukon Ave., Glenpool

Christmas Eve at Inola United Methodist Church facebook.com/inolamethodist/

Pumpkin Festival at Shepherd’s Cross Admission is donation based 16792 E. 450 Rd., Claremore shepherdscross.com

Roxy Theater 220 W. Okmulgee St., Muskogee facebook.com/ events/321821685558607

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LIFE Senior Services Expands Medicare Assistance Program MAP on the MOVE Offers More Clinic Locations

BY CAROL CARTER

he Medicare Open Enrollment Period opens October 15 and runs through December 7, and the Medicare Assistance Program (MAP) at LIFE Senior Services is ready. MAP has been modified and expanded in response to COVID-19, offering additional health precautions and more convenient appointment options for Medicare beneficiaries. Besides the traditional face-toface Part D appointments, MAP has increased its capacity for telephone appointments as well as offering appointments via Zoom. Additionally, MAP on the MOVE has added four additional clinics in midtown and north Tulsa, Broken Arrow and Owasso, to augment the original clinic at LIFE Senior Services’ central office at 5950 East 31st Street. Masks are required for all face-to-face appointments, and social distancing guidelines are being followed. According to LIFE President and CEO Eileen Bradshaw, “We initially made these changes out of concern for the safety of staff, volunteers

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and the beneficiaries who come to the Part D clinics. However, we are pleased that this model also allows us to serve more Medicare beneficiaries closer to their homes. In previous years, people have traveled from all over northeast Oklahoma for this assistance. Now many of those won’t have to travel as far to get the help they need.” MAP’s Part D Clinics offer free, personalized and unbiased help in comparing, selecting and enrolling in a Part D plan. According to Channing Rutherford, supervisor of MAP at LIFE, “Using the Medicare website, we work oneon-one with beneficiaries, helping them find the Part D plan that best fits their individual prescription and budget needs. We can help ensure that they are getting the best coverage for their money.” “Even if beneficiaries have been satisfied with their current Part D plan, the changes each year in plan premiums, co-pays, deductibles and drug formularies make it critically important for beneficiaries to take a fresh look at their coverage options for 2021,”

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Rutherford says. Unfortunately, most beneficiaries don’t take time to review their drug coverage – and many will pay significantly more than necessary next year because they are tied to a plan that no longer fits their specific prescription needs. Last year, MAP served 1,821 beneficiaries and 69% of them either enrolled in Part D for the first time or changed plans, saving an average of $1,530 per person. Altogether, MAP helped beneficiaries save more than $1.9 million on their total prescription drug costs for 2020. Appointments for Part D assistance are required and can be made by calling MAP at LIFE Senior Services at (918) 664-9000, ext. 1189.

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My Comfort Food BY SHANNON SMITH

t’s finally autumn, and with all that’s going on in the world, I think we could all use some comforting. For me, I find it easier to get my mind off my own troubles by focusing on gratitude and ways to encourage others. We’re nearing the holidays, and we could probably use some fresh ideas for comforting family, friends, or the dog, if that’s all you feel like comforting. My favorite way to provide comfort is through food, and when I cook for my loved ones, my own troubles seem to become obsolete. So, I’m going to share one of my favorite comfort foods…. White Bolognese. I’ve been to Bologna, Italy several times, and learned the traditional method of making Bolognese sauce made with tomatoes, beef broth, and red wine. It’s a staple in the Emilia Romana

region of Italy, and will always hold a special place in my heart (and tummy). But there’s another Bolognese in town, and it’s white. Well, actually, it’s just lighter in color, but it’s made with pork, chicken stock, white wine, and cream. It’s seasoned with flavors that are comforting, like oranges, sage, and fennel. It’s also very versatile because it’s not only a perfect sauce for pasta; it can be thinned down with more chicken stock and made into a soup that is sure to comfort anyone, no matter what their troubles. I’ve even gotten creative and mixed it up with cream cheese for a dip to go with tortilla chips, because frankly, I have an obsession with chips dipped into anything. It’s also a great sauce to pour over baked potatoes or hash brown potatoes. If you know me, then you won’t be surprised when

I suggest pouring it over scrambled eggs because almost everything goes well with scrambled eggs at my house. Are you getting the idea that this sauce is like magic? I assure you that if you try this recipe before the year’s end, you’ll thank me for it, and so will those you are comforting, including the dog. I wish each of you a very happy Thanksgiving this year, and I hope you find many things to hold dear and be thankful for. You can find more comforting recipes at chefshannon.com.

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Rigatoni with White Bolognese Serves 8 - Bolognese is traditionally made with slow-simmered beef and rich tomato sauce, but I’ve broken that tradition with this version that isn’t often found in Italy. Every ingredient in this sauce brings a unique element of flavor that blends perfectly, and is particularly perfect on a chilly day. Tossed with pasta, it makes a perfect one-pot meal, but I’ve also made it into a soup by adding more chicken stock and leaving out the pasta. Any way you serve it, you’re going to love this version. Rigatoni with White Bolognese • • • • • • • •

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4 tablespoons olive oil, divided in half 1 white onion, chopped 1 fennel bulb, core removed and chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced Salt and pepper 2 pounds ground pork 6 ounces white mushrooms, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh sage leaves, chopped

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1/2 cup dry white wine 1/3 cup orange juice 1 cup chicken stock 1/2 cup cream Zest of one orange 4 ounces freshly grated Parmesan Cheese 1 pound rigatoni pasta

Prepare one medium-sized (10”) and one large skillet on the stove by heating to medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to each skillet. In the smaller skillet, add the onion and fennel. In the larger skillet add the ground pork, breaking it up and spreading it to cover the bottom of the pan. Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper to each. Let the onion and fennel cook until softened, then add garlic and mushrooms. Cook until liquid from the mushrooms has mostly evaporated. Meanwhile, break up the pork as it cooks, but don’t let it get browned. When the pork is done, add the onion mixture and combine. Add

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sage, wine, orange juice, and chicken stock. Cook, uncovered for 30 minutes until the liquid has reduced and sauce has thickened. You may need to cook a few minutes longer to reduce it enough. Add cream, orange zest and Parmesan, and stir. Meanwhile, in a large pan, bring 8 cups of water to a boil. Add 2 tablespoons of salt. Add pasta and stir. Cook pasta according to the package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain off the rest. Add pasta to the sauce and stir, adding in the reserved pasta water. Garnish with more Parmesan and sage.

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Miracle on 34th For All Nations BY ASYA PROAÑO

ost of us would agree that the year 2020 has been incredibly difficult. With the winter holidays fast approaching, you can’t help but wonder how the current health crisis will affect our beloved Christmas season. While this is a time for families to spend time together, many people are questioning whether they can enjoy the festivities without putting themselves at risk for infection. This is where Church 3434 comes in. For six years now, they have organized a multicultural indoor festival for the community, “A Miracle on 34th”, celebrating Christmas traditions from all over the world. This year is no different:

Local families can look forward to visiting an international Christmas marketplace, complete with booths from over 14 countries filled with artifacts, live nativity, cultural dancing, music and so much more. The big difference this year is that the event will be outdoors and drivethru, church volunteers directing the traffic will be wearing masks and following all COVID-19 guidelines to create a safe environment for everybody involved. When guests arrive at the market, they will pass through an entrance symbolic of the beginning of their journey. However, before they can visit their first country, they will need a passport, of course! At check-in, they can choose either a traditional paper or a digital one. The electronic check-in will be possible through text messaging. Then it’s official: Left: (Left to right) Susan Brown, Pastor Paul Johnson, Pastor Jeff Voth, Pastor Lori Voth, Pastor Tonia Bartlett, Pastor Henry Bartlett.

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You are on your way to your first destination and your passport gets its first stamp. For paper passports, this will be a sticker stamp which will be handed to you on a tray for this process to be as contactless as possible. If you prefer a digital stamp, then you will receive a text message as a stamp for your electronic passport. “As you travel from booth to booth, be prepared to learn lots of interesting facts about countries you visit, experience national costumes, hear about holiday traditions and maybe even discover a new Christmas tradition for your own family!” says Tonia Bartlett, Event Coordinator. Representing countries like Indonesia, Thailand, Germany, Iran, Mexico, Central African Republic, and Brazil from several continents, this festival offers a way to get immersed into different cultures without the hefty price tag of a plane ticket. A great thing about the drivethru event, maybe even the best, as some might say, is that you never have to get out of the car. Wear your PJs, get comfy and be ready for an experience for all senses with festive decorations, traditional Christmas market wooden booths, beautiful lights everywhere you look, music from all over the world, dancing performances and many more wonderful surprises that are sure to make all ages happy! “We did not want to cancel, but instead, in these times of racial and political tensions, stress and depression, gather people together and bring them joy,” says Bartlett. So save the date for the “Miracle on 34th”: December 5, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Church 3434, 3434 South Garnett Road, Tulsa OK 74146.

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DREAMS AND THEIR MEANINGS BY CHRIS PUTMAN

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any don’t realize that people get a lot done during their sleep. They tend to clean house, so to speak, of emotions that have been in play during their day. It’s an overnight therapy session of sorts, and it’s a time to file away those memories made. Most of the psychological work is done during those mysterious minutes call REM or rapid eye movement phase of sleep. Bottom line, what is that nighttime movie being watched in our head? Basically, sleepers tend to use elements familiar in everyday life—places, people and settings—and add a pinch of the magical. Dream storylines often mix in symbolism into the recipe that often leaves the dreamer a little puzzled of its meaning upon waking. That’s when dream dictionaries tend to help decode what is being communicated. According to dreamdictionary. org, dreams are a series of images, emotions and sensations that occur in minds as people sleep. Dreams that take place during the low activity of sleep aren’t as impactful and are less likely to be remembered. Those that occur during the REM stage of sleep are the ones that are the stories sleepers tend to remember. Some of the most common dream symbols are: • Snakes – These slithering reptiles usually don’t play a pleasant or welcome role in dreams. Brains are hard-wired to have a fear of snakes, so they are usually role cast to be the bad guy in the story. It can communicate that there is a threat in awake

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life or that there is a character someone would need to be aware and cautious of. Teeth dreams – These dreams usually play out as teeth falling out, breaking off, being pulled or rotting. Teeth dreams may be exposing insecurities or fears of failure since teeth are connected to a person’s image. After all, what does a person show first when meeting someone? A smile. Water – When water is the focus of a dream, it is more than likely representing emotions. Falling – Some interpret falling to mean they are not feeling grounded in their lives. Reportedly, this dream occurs about five times in an average person’s life. Car – The road being driven is symbolic of the life path being traveled. The car represents the current mental and physical self in the dream: state of mind, condition of relationships, spiritual connection and/or physical condition. Test – Test dreams are the most common dreams on record. They carry with them a sense of pressure, a fear of running out of time or a sense of being unprepared. Easy enough to guess, the emotions of these dreams are reflective of how someone may feel in their current state of affairs in life. Naked – In these dreams, the sleeper discovers they have no clothes on in public and seek to cover themselves. Naked dreams send the message that the dreamer feels vulnerable or exposed and wants to cover the source of that emotion. Chased – This kind of dream

can go one of two ways. Is the sleeper running from something about themselves? Or is the dreamer running from something in their awake life they are trying to avoid. Women or those who suffer from PTSD due to their innate vulnerability tend to experience chase dreams. Some interesting facts about dreams are: • Babies don’t dream about themselves. That starts at about age three. • Blind people dream. • Not all dreams are in color; some are in black and white. • Dreams prevent psychosis. Ninety percent of dream recall evaporates within the first 60 seconds of waking. Journaling dreams helps a sleeper develop the ability to remember their dreams and maybe even experience richer dreams when they jot down what they can recall upon waking. It is told that once this skill is developed, then a dreamer can write multiple pages about their dreams. Some dreams are warnings for future events that, if heed is not taken, might otherwise threaten the dreamer. “I had a dream that my husband and I were traveling, and I had an unsettling like something was going to happen,” Abiding Harvest Worship Minister Terri Dietrich said. “We were on a winding road, and it was raining a lot, and I really felt unsettled.” Nothing happened in the dream, but the emotions of it were very disconcerting to Dietrich, so she just prayed. A month later, the Dietrichs did, in fact, go on

vacation. They were in the hill country of Texas and driving on a winding road with no shoulder, and a steep cliff drop off. It was dusk, and visibility was limited, and that same feeling came back to her that she felt in her dream. She

cautioned to her husband, who was driving, to slow down. “You need to slow down RIGHT NOW,” Dietrich said, reiterating for a second time. He did. They came around a curve, and a huge bull was standing in their lane. Because they had slowed down just before the curve, they were able to navigate around the deathtrap in the road. “If we had been flying at the rate of speed we had been driving, we would have hit him,” Dietrich said. Dreams can uncover the emotions that are being processed and dealt with. They often use symbols to help bring an understanding of the emotions of the dreamer. “The dream is one I’d never had until I became a mom,” Perren Day Care Owner Jerri Ann Perren said. “Tornado season began soon after Melanie was born. In the dream, there is an approaching tornado, and I’m in the house alone with her. I got into our garaged car with her in the backseat and laid across her. I could feel the air pressure change and feel and (continued on next page)

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Left: Kinley Pepin, adopted daughter and Bethany Pepin, adoptive mother.

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hear the wind, but we were safe, and the dream ended.” Perren was able to interpret the meaning of the dream. She concluded the dream meant she was aware that she was responsible for someone else in her life and her child’s safety was more important to her than her own. The Bible records many individuals who dream prophetically, and those dreams materialized into a reality. Mother of three and contributing author of a book about the adoption process, “Joy Will Come: Exchange Shame for Redemption,” Bethany Pepin had a recurring dream starting when she was just a child. As a prolific dreamer, Pepin realized over time that she was having prophetic dreams. “There was a little girl sitting in the second pew of a church,” Pepin said. “I was standing on a stage speaking, and she was the only one in the sanctuary I could focus on. She had a big bow on her head 40 |

and wavy, brown hair. That’s all of the dream I could ever remember, but I had it over and over again. I probably wasn’t even 10 when I started to dream about her.” To help herself remember her dreams, Pepin wrote down colors, symbols and every detail she could recall.

family was completed. Not so. An opportunity presented itself sooner than she thought. Sure enough, a baby was conceived in the extended family in unfortunate circumstances. Pepin and her husband stepped up and offered to adopt the baby in the sixth month of pregnancy. The baby was born, was a girl, and as she matured, she grew beautiful long wavy brown hair that Pepin ties up in a big bow on her head. This baby was her second child. A noted detail in her journal was that the child she saw in her dream sat in the second pew, clearly symbolism that this baby would be the second Pepin child of the three girls she now raises. If a sleeper wants to develop the recollection of the nighttime stories that play in their heads, take Pepin’s advice, keep a journal next to the bed and jot down every detail recallable. Author of “Seeing the Voice of God,” and

Dreams can uncover the emotions that are being processed and dealt with. They often use symbols to help bring an understanding of the emotions of the dreamer. “I started journaling when I was about 13 years old, and I mention this little girl in the first journal entry I ever made,” Pepin said. “I said that I didn’t know who she was, but I knew that one day I would be able to help her.” Even before marriage, Pepin often talked about adopting a baby to blend in with her own natural children. She assumed she would have that opportunity after her

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dream specialist Laura Harris Smith suggests this exercise develops the ability to remember dreams, a skill that progresses in efficiency. As a beginner, dreams may be only a few keywords but may later develop into pages and pages per event. The insight dreams can bring to an individual can be helpful. Until then, sweet dreams.

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Is it Too Late? Solutions for Back Pain Kyphoplasty Case Study

In 2004, Marvet’s life was dramatically changed after a life altering auto accident. She suffered from multiple broken vertebrae, broken neck, shattered left forearm and head lacerations. Marvet was used to living a highly social lifestyle; working in a busy office, taking care of family and friends, exercising and enjoying life. Later, as her life progressed, her life came to an altering halt. The pain she was experiencing progressed too; and her problems were exacerbated by osteoporosis. She had surgeries. Prescriptions and pain medicines worked less and less. Doctors and specialists were out of ideas on how to help her other than by using pain medications. By 2014, Marvet, described herself as going into a hole. At this point she was wearing a back brace full-time; she mostly consigned herself to stay home. “Walking across a room was excruciating. I gained weight and was fully depressed,” said Marvet. “The last straw was when she took a fall.” In more severe pain than ever, she said, “I tried my best to find self-help and discontinued all pain medications.” January, 2015, Marvet’s husband heard about Dr. Webb’s osteoporosis treatments while listening to the radio. “We called Dr. Webb’s office for an appointment.

He immediately sent me for an MRI, checked my bone density, and calcium. My diagnosis was 7 fractures. My treatment began two weeks later. It was so nice to be treated so well. I finally had people around me who understood what I was going through and helped me. My pain relief from my fractures came within about two weeks after beginning my kyphoplasty and Above: LaDeana “Marvet” Johnson osteoporosis treatments. The treatments are done in stages over a period of time. It has been worth it to drive an hour to see Dr. Webb.” Why Marvet likes Dr. Webb: “I trust him. He and his staff treat me with great respect and dignity. I have found more help here than any other place over the years of suffering.”

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Kyphoplasty is a minimally invasive procedure that quickly repairs vertebral compression fractures (VCF) and restores structural integrity to broken vertebral bone. Kyphoplasty is an outpatient procedure that uses a cavity creation device (usually a balloon) to create a space in the broken vertebra which is then filled with a special bone cement to stabilize the fracture and reduce pain.

The goal of kyphoplasty is to restore the broken vertebra to a more normal height and to fix the pain caused by the fracture. When a vertebral fracture occurs, it most commonly presents as an acute worsening of chronic lower back pain. Many times the patient’s chronic back pain is getting worse, but it’s actually due to a recent fracture. Many of our patients experience immediate pain relief following kyphoplasty. It can help relieve pain by stabilizing the fracture. Improved mobility results because of decreased pain levels.

Dr. Webb – Kyphoplasty Expert When it comes to kyphoplasty, Dr. Webb is one of the most experienced physicians in the US. Dr. Webb has performed thousands of kyphoplasty procedures and has the experience necessary to safely perform kyphoplasty. In fact, he also teaches other physicians how to safely and effectively perform the procedure. Here are a few facts about Dr. Webb’s kyphoplasty expertise: • He performed over 120 kyphoplasties during his training (fellowship). • Was one of the first physicians to perform kyphoplasty in Oklahoma. • Was a principal investigator in the EVOLVE trial,

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More than just Bingo Tulsa SPCA 2020 Virtual Bingo Bash

BY ASYA PROAÑO

he Tulsa Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Tulsa SPCA) was founded in 1913 by local volunteers whose goal it was to provide care to homeless cats and dogs and also protect animals against abuse. Over a hundred years later, the organization has been continuously growing and with its shelter, clinic and various programs able to help thousands of animals. Pet owners are also invited to take advantage of the Tulsa SPCA’s clinic services: low-cost vaccinations, spay/ neuter procedures, microchipping, and minor needs clinic, which provides wellness exams and treatment for minor health issues. One of the Tulsa SPCA’s most

popular fundraising events is the annual Bingo Bash, which was sold out in 2019, with more than 220 guests in attendance. Originally scheduled for July 18, 2020, it had to be postponed due to the current pandemic. While its mission is still the same, the fundraiser looks slightly different this year. In order to keep things safe for everyone involved, the Tulsa SPCA has planned a virtual night of bingo that will take place on December 5, 2020, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. There will be a silent auction held the week prior to the event and bidding will be open to everyone. “The auction goes live on our website tulsaspca.org on November 30 at 8 a.m., and no tickets are

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necessary”, says Jana Paul, Director of Development. There will be lots of desirable items to bid on (Hint: Think Christmas shopping!): a getaway package, restaurant gift cards, themed baskets, etc. The auction will only be open until 9 p.m., so you should definitely bid if something has caught your eye. With all the event cancellations the Tulsa SPCA has faced this year due to COVID-19, Bingo Bash is extremely important as a fundraiser. So far, there are fourteen sponsors, but new sponsors are always needed and highly encouraged to reach out. To continue caring for animals and providing pet owners with the help they need, more funds are necessary, especially in these difficult times. “We are expecting 100 people to participate in the Bingo Bash this year, compared to over 200 last year. It is definitely challenging to pull off an event like this virtually, with much more preparation than usual and new software we had to purchase to make it work”, says Paul. With this in mind, have fun playing games online while helping a great cause! Tickets can be purchased on the website tulsaspca.org, by calling Jana Paul at 918-428-7722 or sending an email to giving@tulsaspca.org.

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