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Fish, Fur & Fowl

by Ed Oldham

ANOTHER GREAT SPORTSMAN’S SHOW I really enjoy going to the Washington Sportsman show each year. There are always a ton of retailers present and if you look around a bit, you can get some pretty great deals. Also, a lot of the big manufacturers are showing off their latest and greatest products and you can check them out before you buy.

I tend to shop for fishing gear but this year they had some really good deals on other products as well. One thing I was particularly surprised to see was the amount of ammunition there. I happened to talk to one retailer who had a big pallet of 22 long rifle ammo and he told me they had 7 more standing by. I was there Saturday so I am not sure how much they sold the two days prior. They were not the only retailer present who had ammo so it made me wonder why it is so difficult to get at our local retailers.

Just a friendly word of advice, I would take a backpack with you if you attend next year.

I didn’t this year and lugging purchases around in their provided plastic bag gets annoying after about 3 hours.

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If you have any big ticket items you have been looking for, the show would have been a great place to look. Everything from RVs to crab traps were presented and, in most cases, at trade show deal prices. A friend of mine has been looking at getting into shrimping and was in the market for a pot puller. We found a heck of a deal on couple different brands there. We picked one up for him and he was quite happy.

I have been in the market for a new fish finder/plotter for a while and had pretty much narrowed my search to one of the new Lowrance HDS touches. My dilemma was I couldn’t decide on what size. After attending the Lowrance seminar, I now know the 9 inch display is the one I will eventually purchase to replace my old unit.

My best friend and I were quite amazed at how much the unit could do. I am not a spokesman for Lowrance, it’s just what I have grown up using.

The Sportsman Show also had a full schedule of seminars and there was something for everyone. We realized maybe next year we will make it a two day excursion because there were a few different seminars we wanted to attend that were scheduled at the same time, so we had to pick and choose. There were seminars for hunting and fishing of course but they also had seminars about camp cooking. Some of my favorite seminars have been those taking place in their little steelhead river. Every now and again, a speaker actually hooks into one and it’s exciting to see. Not to mention you can learn new presentations and techniques.

Ok enough about the show but I hope next year, if you haven't been before, you give it a try. I know it is a long drive but there are so many places to visit on the way down and back up. It is also a good way to keep the outdoor mojo going. It always picks me up a bit in between my own adventures.

With February here, many folks start to think about the upcoming salmon derby season with the Anacortes Salmon Derby being the first one. I was disappointed last year when they had to cancel it because of the area 7 closure after a winter season which felt more like spring. Although this year the

weather has not been near as good, it looks like they do not plan on having one again.

It truly is a shame because it has always been a great time. I always loved going to the social event before it started just to see friends I haven’t seen in a while and of course during the derby I always loved listening to the VHF and the banter back and forth. The Fidalgo – San Juan Islands Chapter of the Puget Sound Anglers will be discussing the future of both the Anacortes and Resurrection Salmon Derbies and I hope they decide to continue them. Their next meeting will be Tuesday February 16, 6:30pm at Village Pizza, 807 Commercial Ave in Anacortes. I plan to attend and I will pass any information I recieve on to you next time.

It finally looks like we are going to be getting some decent weather, at least over the next week. Many of us have been hoping to get out on the water and this can provide some with their first chance. I know there are some die hard anglers who will venture out in about any condition but this guy wants to enjoy his time on the water and not have to worry about battling the weather.

Reports have been pretty good from those who have made it out. Again, reports are coming in from both sides of the island.

Camano has been doing good, as well as areas 7 and 9. Don’t go out there thinking the action is anything like this past summer but any day spent fishing is a great day. The previously mentioned meeting would also be a great place to get some information about where and with what anglers are catching fish.

If you are into razor clam digs and wouldn’t mind venturing out to Long Beach, I would suggest you visit the WDFW web site. They have several digs planned on the coast.

Although I have yet to try it, I cannot remember ever seeing as many as they have scheduled. It looks like Long Beach has them scheduled the entire month of February. If you have any information about techniques or advice with razor clam digging, please send me an email. I am sure there are a few readers who would like to try it but really have no idea what to expect.

Lastly, for those of you looking to get drawn for a spring bear permit, you have until February 29 at midnight to apply. The drawing will be held mid-March and it looks like they are going to issue 345 permits this year.

From their website: “To apply for a permit, hunters must purchase a special permit application and a 2016 hunting license that includes bear as a species option. Hunting licenses, bear transport tags and bear permit applications may be purchased: - Online at http://fishhunt.dfw.wa.gov/ - By phone at (866) 246-9453 or - At any license vendor in the state.”

If you have any questions, comments, reports or pictures please send me an email at whidbeyfishfurandfowl@gmail.com. I look forward to hearing from you.

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ON TRACK with Jim Freeman

Now that the 50th Super Bowl and the final GOP debate are behind us, we can get on to our real priorities, American Idol, The Bachelor, and the next episode of Downton Abbey.

Hanging with the girls last week, I got to watch something on television other than my daily diet of news, weather, and sports.

Mom taught us not to get caught up in any soap operas other than our own, so I never spend much time on continuing sagas like the aforementioned.

As kids in the 50s', it was all we could do to handle waiting a week to find out about The Adventures of Spin and Marty or Corky and White Shadow on The Mickey Mouse Club.

No way could I handle the day to day tension Mom went through following Search for Tomorrow and The Guiding Light.

When I was fortunate enough to stay home from school, feigning illness to watch Dialing for Dollars, Kate Smith, or the afternoon movie, hanging out on the sofa to watch television while Mom ironed was pretty good duty. Being sort of sick meant Coco-Cola on ice, cashews, Superboy comic books, the latest Hardy Boys mystery, or possibly enjoying a picture in Photoplay of Jayne Mansfield putting her hand prints in the Grauman's Theatre cement. Talk about a nine year old boy's bucket list.

Yes, life has its many twists and turns, on TV or off. Yesterday, I turned left onto the highway, my truck almost getting nailed by an emergency vehicle zooming by, lights flashing, en route to Coupeville.

Today, I was attempting the same left when an emergency vehicle approached from the other direction, giving me a chance to easily turn onto the highway with no approaching traffic, from either direction.

Following an ambulance this morning reminded me of the last day in law school when we seniors were given our graduation packets, with three, three-by-five cards included.

The graduation packets contained a four leaf clover, a toothpick, and a video tape of an episode of Owen Marshall, Counselor of Law, with Arthur Hill as Owen, and Lee Majors as Jess Brandon, the bionic legal assistant.

The three-by-five cards offered these suggestions for employment training: 1. If you want to be a probate lawyer, get a job at a funeral home or a time share company.

2. If you want to be a personal injury lawyer, get a job working at a grocery store. Slip and fall cases are often in the bread aisle, by the jelly.

3. If you want to be a real estate lawyer, join Rotary or Windemere.

Following the ambulance today reminded me that, even though I will not be a grandpa for four more months, I already drive like one.

Reader Rewind Two issues ago (Jan 28-Feb 3), I shared my concerns about satisfying you, the reader, soliciting feedback if need be. Thank you all ever so much for taking the time to share your thoughts. As they say in Ben Creek, West Virginia, “we'll thank you kindly 'til yer better paid.”

By and large, the responses, except for one, were favorable. One envelope received, which demanded the last four digits of my Social Security number as well as a backstage pass to Ryan's House Big Red Event this Saturday at 6pm at the Coupeville Rec Hall, is still in my glove box. Even though I am now a retired notary public, I still match signatures for social verification and verisimilitude.

Mukilteo Musings As much time as we all spend coming and going from Clinton to Mukilteo and back, have you ever wondered what the word Mukilteo actually means? Me neither. However, during

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the many commercial interruptions of the Super Bowl, I decided to enjoy my own personal research rather than watch what some folks think is worth 5 million dollars for 30 seconds.

According to the History of Mukilteo, a fact sheet distributed by their chamber, the name Mukilteo “means 'Good Camping Ground.' On January 22nd, 1855, Governor Isaac Stevens and 82 Indian leaders representing 22 tribes signed a peace treaty at the site of present day Mukilteo. The beach and point were well known places for Indian councils and potlatches. President James Buchanan ratified the treaty on April 11th, 1859.”

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In 1876, a new brewery was built in Mukilteo, producing 500 barrels of beer a year. Apparently coffee was not in vogue back then.

By 1905, the population of Mukilteo was 350, with 200 white, and 150 Japanese.

In 1930, a monument commemorating the 1855 Peace Treaty was dedicated, seventy-five years after the signing.

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Church Wisdom Local actor, director, teacher, storyteller, and all around good guy Ken Church reminded me recently of his father's wisdom concerning the five things never to scrimp on. When is the last time you saw the word scrimp in a sentence?

Why not scrimp, Mr. Church? “Because, Ken, you get what you pay for.”

Mental Health According to a 2013 study by the National Institute of Mental Health, over 19 million adults in the United States have a phobia. In my opinion, this means more people were lying in the survey than owning up to their fears.

Surely, more of us are frightened than we admit.

Would you approach a live tarantula to test your fear of spiders? Would you talk to the arachnid as you approached? Would the 23rd Psalm be appropriate in this situation?

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Back to 4th grade and Mrs. Herbert. Back to my three speed red Schwinn bike, at the ready, with a stack of 45s under my arm, headed to Mike's for a basketball game of horse in the driveway before laughing at Fabian singing “Turn Me Loose.”

Fabian Forte. What a name. What a talent.

What a Fabian. The original Hound Dog Man, Fab Forte. Where did I put those bobby socks, and why are they named after Bobby?

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Surely there are arachnophobia support groups out there to help those people learn how to clean cob webs, dust ceiling fans, and get through Halloween.

I have a friend who is afraid of books. My friend's doctor said his patient has a reader's block, not unlike a writer's block, only in reverse. Thinking I could help, I bought my friend a Kindle for his birthday. Although he is still not reading with his Kindle, he seems much appreciative of being able to find the bathroom in the middle of the night while the Kindle lights his path.

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Bits & Pieces Letters to the Editor Editor, On February 20, Republicans across the State of Washington will caucus together for the purpose of sharing information, ideas and our visions for the future of our United States.

The South Whidbey Caucuses will be held at Freeland Hall (all Precincts south of Race Road).

Although the Caucus will not begin until 10:00am, doors will open at 8:30am. Parking is scarce so we encourage you to carpool with your neighbors.

In order to participate in the Caucus, you must be a registered voter in your Precinct, be willing to state that you consider yourself to be a Republican, that you have not and will not participate in a 2016 Caucus or Convention of any other party. There will be a registration and attendance sheet for you to sign indicating that you agree with these statements. By the way, this is a common procedure for all political parties when holding a Caucus.

Items on the agenda include the election of delegates and alternates to the Island County Republican Convention and a discussion of the Republican platform.

When asked how The 39 Steps has evolved, from a “shocker” novel to a Hitchcock film, and now into a comedic stage-play, director Deana Duncan stated: “The 39 Steps is a tour-de-force piece for designers and actors; it feels like Noises Off and plays like The Pink Panther. The most surprising discovery has been the depth of story possible behind all the madness of the premise. There are only four actors playing over 50 characters, inanimate objects, animals and, at times, the set itself.

We are referencing Monty Python, classic SNL, Mel Brooks, Carol Burnett, James Bond, Sherlock Holmes, and even Elmer Fudd. At first glance you might think of sketch comedy, but then you delve into the book, the film, and our script and realize that it’s the story of how the Germans began to build their war machine prior to two World Wars - and that it showcases the personal strength and courage necessary to stand up to and refuse to accept madness from world leaders.”

Featuring: Tristan A.B. Steel as Richard Hannay; Bristol Branson as Annabella/Margaret/Pamela; Kent Junge as Clown 1; Katie Woodzick as Clown 2.

The 39 Steps runs February 12 thru 27, Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2:00pm.

Zech Hall Piano Bar opens one hour before each performance.

Tickets are $22 for adults, $18 for seniors/ military, $15 for youth/matinee and are available online until noon the day of the show at www.wicaonline.org. For tickets by phone, call the Box Office at (360) 221-8268 or (800) 638-7631.

The 39 Steps is produced by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. [Submitted by Tristan Steel, WICA]

Ryan’s House for Youth Hopes to Purchase Former Countryside Inn Motel

I cannot place enough emphasis on the importance of you attending this Caucus! This is the best opportunity for us, the grassroots, to make our opinions and wishes known. A Platform Questionnaire will be provided to you where you may enter your own thoughts and ideas. There will also be a general discussion where everyone who wants to may speak.

For further information, please contact ICRP Chair Sandi Peterson at islandcountygop@ gmail.com, or (360) 279-1197.

Save time! If you don’t know which Precinct you are in AND if you wish to pre-register to save time, you can register in advance by going to www.wsrp.org/caucus and filling in the form. Just follow the easy instructions on the page.

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WICA Presents Alfred Hitchcock’s The 39 Steps Whidbey Island Center for the Arts (WICA) presents Alfred Hitchcock’s The 39 Steps, adapted by Patrick Barlow and directed by Deana Duncan, from February 12 thru 27, 2016.

Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python, and you have The 39 Steps, a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theatre!

This two-time Tony® and Drama Desk Awardwinning treat is packed with non-stop laughs, over 50 zany characters (played by a talented cast of four), an on-stage plane crash, handcuffs, missing fingers, and some good oldfashioned romance.

In The 39 Steps, Richard Hannay is pursued by the police for a crime he did not commit, and by an international spy ring for information he does not possess. He finds himself fleeing across the desolate Scottish moors, handcuffed to a beautiful woman, while the security of the country rests on his shoulders alone.

“When you add those things all together and you can actually put them in one place that’s centrally located on the island that every kid can get to, it’s just going to allow us to serve so many more kids than we’re already serving in Freeland,” she continued.

There were 104 identified unaccompanied homeless youth attending middle and high school on Whidbey Island last year, according to Cavender, who estimates the actual number is probably closer to 200 or more.

The motel property has 7,200 square feet between two buildings and sits on seven-anda-half acres. Should they be able to acquire it, Ryan’s House would be able to offer transitional housing to youth and young adults 18 and up, with space for offices, a conference room, a 24-hour drop-in center and clothing closet, giving youth access to toiletries, clothes and sleeping bags and laundry facilities.

“We would be able to do a lot of the things that we’ve always dreamed of and be able to grow the services that we already offer,” said Cavender. “We would be able to add transitional housing to that as well. We would just be able to serve kids in every way they possibly need it.

“If you compare this project to the WAIF animal shelter that was just built, I keep thinking “If they can spend millions on animals, they can spend half a million on the kids,”” said Cavender. “Because at this moment in time, what it’s going to come down to is who is willing to invest in these kids?”

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Miss Oak Harbor Scholarship Pageant Proudly Announces Contestants The Miss Oak Harbor and Teen Miss Oak Harbor Scholarship Pageant has accepted the following contestants: Miss Division Breanna Grehan, Mara Powers, Maddie Gaber, Matti Miesle, Resego Mooki, Brandy Myers, Krista Alamo, Jacklyn Curtis, Ajoney Smalls, Marinna Bruland, Chloe Stowell, Megan Corfman, Maddy Harstad, Abby Royek, Tamia Rios Teen Division

By Kathy Reed Courtesy of whidbeydailynews.com Organizers of this year’s Ryan’s House for Youth fundraiser are hoping some extra generous benefactors will step forward to help the nonprofit pursue the purchase of a vacant Whidbey Island motel.

The former Countryside Inn just south of Coupeville would make the perfect facility for Ryan’s House, according to administrators, but acquiring it means raising $399,000 by the end of February. Coming up with nearly $400 grand is a far cry from what the group normally raises at its annual auction, which will be held Saturday at the Recreation Hall in Coupeville.

“Normally we’re happy if we raise $20,000 at the auction,” said Lori Cavender, executive director and founder of Ryan’s House. “This is going to take someone opening their heart and their checkbook and writing a very, very large check.”

Ryan’s House mission is to assist homeless and at-risk youth on Whidbey Island by providing a home-like environment, mentors and the tools to help youth heal, grow and reach their potential. Since its inception in 2009, Ryan’s House has relied on its drop-in center in Freeland, an outreach van and host homes for youth age 17 and older.

“There are a lot of things about Ryan’s House that are amazing in its own right,” said Cavender, who named the organization after the late Ryan Busche, a young man who would always provide food, a shower and a place to sleep to someone in need.

Paige Jackson, Baelee Whitinger, Gabby Harstad, Sydney Koslowski As a participant contestants will receive training, gifts and education valued at over $500.00. This unique six-week program focuses on personal and professional growth through the development of leadership, communication and marketability. The hope of Pageant Director Jes Walker-Wyse is that participants will gain confidence, self-esteem and a sense of accomplishment that will enable them to serve as role models for the youth of their community.

If you have the ability to donate your time, talent or treasures to the organization please contact Jes at pageantwyse@gmail.com.

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Island County Republicans Gather For Caucus The Island County Republican Party is hosting Precinct Caucuses at 3 locations around the County on February 20.

Doors will open at 8:30am. Caucus begins promptly at 10:00am.

The intent is to elect alternates and delegates to the County Convention who will then vie for a spot to go on the State and National Conventions. Platform and resolution ideas will also be discussed.

Caucus is a grass roots opportunity to meet like-minded neighbors, discuss ideas, share information and to help shape the Party’s Platform. The Island County Republican Party is excited to have anyone in the community who shares their conservative values come and be a part of the process that helps make our nation great.

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Think About Sending Financial Valentines to Loved Ones

Americans spent nearly $19 billion in Valentine’s Day gifts last year, according to the National Retail Federation. Much of this money went for gifts with short shelf lives, such as candy, flowers and restaurant meals (and about $700 million was spent on gifts for pets). There’s certainly nothing wrong with giving chocolates or roses. But this year, think about going beyond the classic gifts. Instead, use Valentine’s Day as an opportunity to determine how you can make gifts with long-lasting impact to your circle of loved ones.

Here are some suggestions: • For your spouse or significant other … As long as your spouse or significant other has earned income, he or she may be able to contribute to a traditional or Roth IRA. So, consider giving a check to be used for that purpose. A traditional IRA can grow tax deferred, while contributions are usually tax-deductible. (Taxes are due upon withdrawal, and withdrawals prior to 59½ may be subject to a 10% IRS penalty.) While Roth IRA contributions are not deductible, any earnings growth can be distributed tax free, provided the account owner doesn’t take withdrawals until age 59½ and has had the account at least five years.

For 2015 and 2016, the IRA contribution limit is $5,500, or $6,500 for those 50 or older.

• For your children … You don’t have to be rich to give your children a gift worth $1 million – you just have to help them through school. College graduates earn about $1 million more over their lifetimes than those without a degree, according to research from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. Still, college isn’t cheap: The average annual cost – tuition, fees, room and board – for a private four-year college is more than $42,000, according to the College Board, while the comparable figure for a public four-year school is about $19,000. Of course, if financial aid is available, you could get some help. Nonetheless, you may want to start putting away money for college. One popular college savings vehicle is a 529 plan.

Your 529 plan contributions may be deductible from your state taxes, and any earnings growth can be withdrawn tax-free, provided it is used for qualified higher education expenses. (However, if you take withdrawals from your 529 plan, and you don’t use the money for these higher education expenses, you may be subject to both income tax and a 10% penalty on the earnings.)

• For your parents … If you have elderly parents, you may want to find out if they’ve got their retirement and estate plans in place. If they’ve already taken care of everything, you may not need to get involved – but if they’ve left some “loose ends,” your help could be a valuable gift. So, ask them if they have drawn up the necessary legal documents. Do they each have a will? Have they created a durable power of attorney, which allows them to name someone to make financial and health care decisions on their behalf if they become incapacitated? If it appears they have much work to do in these areas, you may want to offer to arrange a consultation for them with a legal advisor and a financial professional.

None of these ideas are “traditional” Valentine’s Day gifts – but all of them can prove of great value to your loved ones.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

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www.whidbeyweekly.com LOCALLY OWNED. You will be required to sign a document certifying you are a Republican, a duly registered voter and legal resident of your Precinct, and that you will not or have not participated in the 2016 caucus or convention system of any other party. You will also be asked to present ID. The locations are: North Whidbey - (Deception Pass to Race Road) North Whidbey Middle School, 67 NE Izett St., Oak Harbor South Whidbey - (Everything from Race Road South, including all of precinct 155) Freeland Hall 1515 Shoreview Drive, Freeland Camano Island Utsalady Elementary School, 608 Arrowhead Rd, Camano Island For further information, or to help out, please contact Chairman Sandi Peterson at (360) 279-1197; islandcountygop@gmail.com or go to www.islandcountygop.com where you can pre-register.

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Book Launch and Lenten Class Introducing a new book: The Radical Teaching Of Jesus: A Teacher Full Of Grace And Truth by Dr. Duncan Ferguson with a book launch on Tuesday, February 16, 7:00pm at the Fellowship Hall of Langley United Methodist Church.

Dr. Ferguson, Ph.D. is an author, educator, and consultant. He currently serves as the President of Pilgrims of Ibillin, an international mission agency committed to peace and justice in Israel-Palestine. His previous books include Exploring the Spirituality of the World Religions and Lovescapes: Mapping the Geography of Love.

The book launch is the first class in Dr. Ferguson’s new Lenten Series: The Radical Teaching Jesus. The class dates are February 16-March 16, meeting Tuesday evenings from 7:00pm-8:30pm or Wednesday mornings, 9:30am-11:00am in the Fireside Room of Langley United Methodist Church.

Whidbey Weekly The goal of the class will be to gain a better understanding of the “Jesus of history” who lived and taught prior to the rise of Christianity. The classical creedal understanding of the “Christ of faith” will not be ignored, but the focus will be more on understanding the first century Jewish teacher and prophet whose actions and teachings were radical in the sense of reversing the cultural norms and values of his time (and ours).

More information and online registration for the class is available at www.langleyumc.org Langley UMC is a greening, reconciling, and advocating congregation on the corner of Third and Anthes in beautiful downtown Langley.

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“Introduction to Experiencing Icons,” a Conversation with Rev. Mary E. Green Everyone is invited to “An Introduction to Experiencing Icons,” a Lenten-season conversation with Rev. Mary E. Green, an Episcopal priest, author, icon artist and Whidbey Island resident. The event will take place Saturday, February 20 from 9:30am to noon in the parish hall at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 555 S.E. Regatta Drive in Oak Harbor. Refreshments will be served.

Icons, traditionally sacred images of Christ, saints or angels venerated for centuries in Eastern Orthodox churches, have seen a wave of interest in recent times from Christians of all denominations in the United States and elsewhere, who often use them in meditation, prayer and reflection.

Rev. Green has created many icons herself and is the author of “Eyes to See: The Redemptive Purpose of Icons” (Morehouse Publishing, 2014). She calls icons a visual representation of sacred truths. They are not “realistic” images but rather are meant to convey the spiritual energy emanating from a depiction of holy people.

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At the February 20 conversation, Rev. Green will discuss her own journey in understanding icons. She will lead a group meditation and discussion of one icon, “The Descent from the Cross.” Participants will then do a personal meditation with another icon, followed by a group sharing of their thoughts and insights.

She will also sign copies of her book for those wishing to purchase it.

Following the spirit of her Oklahoma pioneer grandmother, Mary Green’s various careers have led her to take less traveled paths. In her first career as a registered nurse beginning in the 1960s, she worked in intensive care units and later helped cancer patient education programs.

It took a decade for her to discern her vocation as a priest, “because I’d never even seen a female priest.” Almost two decades after the ordination of women began in the Episcopal Church, she was ordained in 1993 and served in three locations in Texas – as the first female priest at each. Painting icons and teaching about their value as meditation tools has become her road less traveled in retirement.

Rev. Green earned a master’s degree in public health from the University of Missouri, Columbia, and a master’s of divinity from the Episcopal Seminary of the Southwest in Austin. She shares the joys of living on Whidbey Island with her husband Bob. [Submitted by Harry Anderson]

Local Business News Sweet Mona’s, Chocolate Boutique, Celebrates Ten Years in the Chocolate Business Two weeks after lease signing in the small front portion of a building on February 17, 2006 under the name of 1 Angel Place, Chocolate Bar, Mona Newbauer opened what is now known as Sweet Mona’s, Chocolate Boutique. It is with great enthusiasm that she and her husband, Tony Newbauer would like to celebrate this great success with their community.

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During the past 10 years, Mona has been challenged to create that special mix of chocolate products and services that spell success in a small town. It’s been a wild roller coaster ride.

Since opening, Mona has offered everything from bakery to breakfast. In December 2010, she decided to focus on what she does best— chocolate. It was with the decision to focus that helped to create the perfect retail plan to set Sweet Mona’s, Chocolate Boutique on the road to success.

Sweet Mona’s chocolates have won several awards including Most Luxurious Chocolate Experience at the Seattle Chocolate Salon. Her chocolates have received 5 and 6 stars through various competitions, including the San Francisco Chef’s Roundtable. Her dark chocolate salted caramels have been rated 5 stars through Amazon sales for nearly three years now.

In 2014, Sweet Mona’s realized a dream by purchasing a building in Langley, allowing expansion of manufacturing area, as well as the retail space. Sweet Mona’s also captured the eye of Seattle Chocolates and DandyLine Distributors and both are partnering with Sweet Mona’s to Sweeten the World with confections.

Please join Mona and Tony on Saturday, February 20 from 10:00am to 5:00pm at Sweet Mona’s, 221 2nd Street, Langley. There will be drawings for prizes for chocolates, gifts, and free chocolate tasting throughout the day.

Sweet Mona’s, Chocolate Boutique is a gourmet specialty chocolate shop featuring handmade chocolates and confections, gelato, and offers espresso, tea and other beverages.

For more information, please contact Mona Newbauer at (360) 221-2728.

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What’s Going On All entries are listed chronologically, unless there are multiple entries for the same venue or are connected to a specific organization (such as Sno-Isle Libraries) in which case all entries for that venue or organization are listed collectively in chronological order under one heading.

Book Signing Thursday, February 11, 2:00pm-3:00pm Oak Harbor Senior Center Local author Gail Rognan will be signing copies of her new book “I Lost Two Boobs and Gained Two Balls”. She will share her raw, candid account of being diagnosed with cancer and how she “grew a pair”, realizing that in order to live she had to speak up and risk being judged and criticized. Through her story, Rognan shares how our mind, body and spirit intersect to help us heal ourselves; how alternative treatments can be combined with traditional health treatments; how to listen to ourselves and avoid illness; and how illness can teach us about who we really are. Copies of her book will be available for purchase. Copies are also available at www.iuniverse.com

Moon Over Buffalo Thursdays, February 11, 18, 7:30pm Fridays, February 12, 19, 7:30pm Saturdays, February 13, 20, 7:30pm Sundays, February 14, 21, 2:30pm Whidbey Playhouse, Oak Harbor Moon Over Buffalo centers on George and Charlotte Hay, fading stars of the 1950’s. At the moment, they’re playing Private Lives and Cyrano De Bergerac in rep in Buffalo, New York with 5 actors. For tickets and information, call (360) 679-2237 or visit www.whidbeyplayhouse.com.

Be My Valentine Dance Friday, February 12, 7:30pm-10:00pm CPO Club, Oak Harbor Tickets: $10 per person Presented by the Rotary Club of Oak Harbor and the Rotary Club of North Whidbey, featuring the Sea Notes Big Band. Proceeds benefit the Navy League and Pure Water projects in Honduras.

Pure Water began providing safe water and hygiene solutions to communities throughout Honduras in 2001. In partnership with UNICEF, in 2009, it launched a water and sanitation project in the Trojes region, which was identified as ‘high-need’ and ‘underserved’ by UNICEF. In 2014, it expanded to include water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH). For more information, visit ohrotary.org

McIntyre Hall Presents: Turtle Island Quartet Friday, February 12, 7:30pm McIntyre Hall, Mount Vernon Its name derived from creation mythology

found in Native American Folklore, the Turtle Island Quartet, since its inception in 1985, has been a singular force in the creation of bold, new trends in chamber music for strings.

Winner of the 2006 and most recently, the 2008 Grammy Award for Best Classical Crossover Album, Turtle Island fuses the classical quartet esthetic with contemporary American musical styles, and by devising a performance practice that honors both, the state of the art has inevitably been redefined. Tickets and information are available through the McIntyre Hall Box Office, (360) 416-7727 ext. 2 or online, www.mcintyrehall.org. McIntyre Hall is located on the Mount Vernon Campus of Skagit Valley College. Tickets: Reserved Seating $30, Box Seats $40

Fundraiser Rummage Sale for Coupeville Dragon Boat Paddlers Saturday, February 13, 10:00am-4:00pm Whidby Masonic Lodge, 804 N. Main Street, Coupeville Proceeds benefit the Coupeville Dragon Boat Paddlers competing at Worlds Championship. Bring the kids for Face Painting by Paula.

Donations welcome, for more information contact Cathie Harrison at cathieanne@aol. com

Red Wine & Chocolate Tour

The Big Red Event for Ryan’s House Sunday, February 13, 6:00pm Coupeville Rec Hall Annual auction fundraiser for Ryan’s House for Youth. Dinner starts at 6:30pm, entertainment by The Shifty Sailors. Main auction: A trip to Hawaii sponsored by Alaska Airlines.

Tickets are $50 per person. For more information, call (360) 331-4575 or text BRE to 41444.

The Coupeville Rec Hall is located at 901 Alexander St.

A Brief Case of Love, an Improvised Romance Saturday, February 13, 7:00pm Oak Harbor Christian Reformed Church Tickets: $7 per person, $25 per family North Whidbey Christian High School presents A Brief Case of Love. Work conventions are boring … unless you meet someone special!

And that’s exactly what happens in Taproot Theatre’s Valentine inspired improv show.

Watch a relationship develop before your eyes as this couple navigates the many obstacles that working together and balancing a family and careers can bring. Tickets sold at the door, 1411 Wieldraayer Road.

Best of the Seattle International Comedy Competition #2 & BrewHaHa!

Saturday, February 13, 11:00am-5:00pm Sunday, February 14, 11:00am-5:00pm Various locations, Whidbey Island

Sunday, February 14, 7:30pm WICA, Langley All Seats: $22

This annual event takes place over two weekends at five venues, where local winemakers and distillers will be pouring a selection of exquisite hand crafted wines and spirits paired with specially selected chocolates. Presented by the Whidbey Island Vintners & Distillers Association. Participating venues: Spoiled Dog Winery, Whidbey Island Distillery, Comforts of Whidbey, Blooms Winery, and Holmes Harbor Cellars. Ticket includes a souvenir glass, wine tastes & chocolate treats. Cost $20 in advance, $25 day of. Visit www.whidbeyislandvintners. org for more information.

A special Valentine’s Day event for comedy lovers everywhere, with “Brew HaHa!” featuring favorite brews at the bar one hour before curtain. Come out to see top talent from the Seattle International Comedy Competition, featuring past champion Drew Barth. Tickets available at www.wicaonline.org

Nia Dance & Reggae Benefit Saturday, February 13, 1:00pm-2:30pm Studio 1010, Anacortes Cost: $10-$20 suggested donation The Heartsparkle Players present: One Heart - A Nia Reggae Dance Class Experience to benefit the Lymphatic Education & Research Network (LE&RN) and medical costs for a former Heartsparkle Player and Nia Dancer, Joyce Stahmer. No one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Studio 1010 is located at 1010 6th Ave. For more information, email urbanbaynia@gmail.com or call (360) 293-1860.

10th District Telephone Town Hall Thursday, February 18, 6:00pm-7:00pm Town hall phone: (360) 553-3090 Rep. Dave Hayes is inviting 10th District citizens to join him for a telephone town hall meeting. Hayes, R-Camano Island, will provide an update of the 2016 legislative session and take questions from callers.

The format is much like a radio call-in talk show. Listeners can call (360) 553-3090 to get connected to Hayes’ telephone town hall event. Any time throughout the hour program, they can press * (star) on their telephone keypads to ask a question. Citizens may also listen online: http://listen.townhallinteractive. com and enter PIN 784348.

For more information, contact Rep. Hayes’ Olympia office at (360) 786-7914 or visit www.representativedavehayes.com.

www.whidbeyweekly.com LOCALLY OPERATED. Relay for Life Fundraiser Breakfast Saturday, February 20, 9:00am-11:00am Zorbas Restaurant, Oak Harbor Cost: $10 adults, $7 kids 5 and under Team IDEX Relay For Life Fundraiser with the money going to fight cancer. Breakfast includes large pancake, scrambled eggs, 3 sausage or 2 bacon along with coffee and juice. Tickets available at the door. For more information, contact Karla at (360) 675-8091.

CHS Scholarship Dinner & Auction Saturday, February 20, 5:00pm-8:30pm Elks Lodge, Oak Harbor

A Coupeville Lions Fundraiser for scholarships for CHS seniors. Tickets are $35 each, advance purchase required. For tickets or more information, call (360) 678-4105.

Sweetheart Big Band Dance Saturday, February 20, 7:00pm-9:00pm South Whidbey High School, Langley Presented by the South Whidbey High School and Langley Middle School Jazz Bands. The evening includes great music, fancy desserts and punch, raffle and door prizes and lots of swing dancing. The cost is $12 per person ($10 seniors) or $35 for families of 4 and over.

Tickets are available at the door or from any jazz band student. For more information, call (360) 929-9362.

Upcoming Sno-Isle Library Events See schedule below Cost: Free Lit for Fun Book Discussion Group Thursday, February 11, 9:00am Freeland Library Join us for a discussion of Erik Larson’s “Dead Wake: The Last Crossing of the Lusitania.” Gripping and important, “Dead Wake” captures the sheer drama and emotional power of a disaster whose intimate details and true meaning have long been obscured by history. For adults.

2nd Friday Nonfiction Book Group: “One Summer” Friday, February 12, 10:30am-12:00pm Coupeville Library Enjoy reading nonfiction? Join the discussion of “One Summer” by Bill Bryson.

Meet the Author: David Hlavsa Saturday, February 13, 2:00pm Freeland Library A story of married love strengthened by hard times, “Walking Distance: Pilgrimage, Parenthood, Grief and Home Repairs” is a disarmingly funny memoir about grief and intimacy, as well as the tale of a long walk on the El Camino De Santiago. Everyone is welcome.

Meet the Author: Judy Lynn Saturday, February 13, 3:00pm-4:30pm Coupeville Library Back by special request! Local historian and long-time resident Judy Lynn has collected 101 oral interviews of Coupeville’s Front Street merchants, building owners and local residents, weaving together the colorful history of one of Washington’s oldest settlements. Learn WHAT’S GOING ON

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MID-AIR REFUELING DURING TRAINING MISSION

(U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Burt Traynor/Released) A United States Navy EA-18G Growler assigned to VAQ-138, receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker Jan. 28, 2016, during a Red Flag 16-1 training mission over the Nevada Test and Training Range. The Tanker Task Force for Red Flag 16-1 involves KC-135 Stratotankers from MacDill Air Force Base, FL. and McConnell Air Force Base, KS., who are responsible for refueling aircraft during both day and night operations.

Implementation Of Real ID Effective Monday, Feb 1, visitors to Navy Installations in the Northwest using their Washington Driver's License for identification will now be required to show a different form of identification, as required by the REAL ID Act .

Visitors accessing Navy installations currently using a driver's license or state identification card from Minnesota, Illinois, Missouri, New Mexico, and Washington

will need another form of ID to access the base. These types of ID no longer meet the Act's established minimum security standards to access a Federal facility.

State Enhanced Driver's Licenses designated as acceptable border-crossing documents by Department of Homeland Security are acceptable.

Service members, family members, Department of Defense (DoD) employees, and

NAS Whidbey Island SAR Medically Evacuates Friday Harbor Resident

federal employees with the DoD common access card, DoD uniformed services identification and privileges cards, federal personal identification verification cards or transportation workers' identification credentials are not affected, as these cards are authorized in DoD policy to facilitate physical access to installations.

In 2005, the REAL ID Act enacted the 9/11 Commission's recommendation that the Federal Government "set standards for the issuance of sources of identification, such as driver's licenses." The Act established minimum security standards for state-issued

driver's licenses and identification cards and prohibits Federal agencies from accepting for official purposes licenses and identification cards from states that do not meet these standards.

For additional information on what types of ID are acceptable, please go to the Homeland Security website link: http://www.dhs. gov/real-id-frequently-asked-questions.

Visitors should contact the local Installation Pass and ID office to determine what identification will be accepted.

SAR’S TOP OFFICER GETS MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL

A Search and Rescue (SAR) team from Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island conducted an evening Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC) on Friday, Feb. 5, 2016, from the San Juan Islands.

The SAR crew of six took off around 7:30 in the evening and transited to the Friday Harbor Airport to pick up a 79-year-old male suffering from heart and kidney failure.

They then flew the patient to the Skagit Valley Hospital in Mt. Vernon, Wash.

“The weather was a real challenge this evening, but the crew did a great job of getting the patient in and out of the helicopter expeditiously,” said SAR Mission Commander Lt. Jared Wada. “It was a well-orchestrated team effort between maintenance, the crew, and the hospital staffs on the island and at Skagit.”

This was the first MEDEVAC of 2016 for NAS Whidbey Island SAR, which has also conducted two rescue operations this year. In 2015 the unit conducted 19 Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC) missions, 11 searches and seven rescues, resulting in 29 lives delivered to higher level care.

The Navy SAR unit operates three MH-60S helicopters from NAS Whidbey Island as search and rescue platforms for the EA-18G aircraft as well as other squadrons and personnel assigned to the installation. The base also has an agreement to assist Washington State with medical evacuations and search and rescue activities.

SECURITY CONDUCTS ACTIVE SHOOTER TRAINING (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Caleb Cooper/Released) Security personnel clear a supply warehouse during an active shooter drill at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island as part of exercise Solid Curtain-Citadel Shield.

This annual exercise assesses the command readiness to respond to potential threats on or near naval installations.

(U.S. Navy photo by Tony Popp) Capt. Michael Nortier, NAS Whidbey Island Commanding Officer, presented Cmdr. David D. Waner (right) the Meritorious Service Medal Jan. 28, 2016 for his accomplishments as the Officer in Charge of the base’s Search and Rescue (SAR) Unit from May 2013 to January 2016. During Waner’s tenure , SAR successfully attained 2,064 flight hours, 700 flight sorties and 70 SAR and medical evacuations. Additionally, Waner’s dedication to duty and sound management contributed to the base’s SAR Unit earning the Chief of Naval Operations SAR Model Manager’s 2014 Aviation Rescue Unit of the Year, as well as his Sailors obtaining Aircrew of the Year honors by both Naval Helicopter Association and the Association of Naval Aviation. Waner also strengthened community ties with regional and Canadian Rescues. Nortier presented the award on behalf of Rear Adm. Jeffery Ruth, Commander, Navy Region Northwest.

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Let’s Dish! with Kae Harris

THE FOODS OF LOVE Cupid is getting ready. He is dipping the tips of his arrows into sweet, gooey honey, and working on his aim. He intends for the arrows he dips in the golden delight to leave his targets love struck. On Valentine’s Day, Cupid will be out in full force bringing together people from all walks of life to celebrate this day where hearts, flowers, cards, candies and romantic dinners abound.

Valentine’s Day epitomizes love and the history behind it further solidifies this notion. St. Valentine was beheaded by the emperor Claudius for defying the decree that soldiers would not be allowed to marry, as it moved their focus from the battle field and training, to their loves at home. St. Valentine himself had his heart set on someone and it is believed that in his final letter to her before his beheading, he signed it “From your Valentine” which people say is where the phrase comes from.

I think something which got a little lost along the way was this fun belief, however small, that cupid is responsible for bringing together those whom his arrows pierce. The Greeks called him Eros and the Romans named him Cupido and believed him to be the God of passion and love.

He, in fact, had two different sets of arrows; golden ones to set the heart aflame with desire and arrows made of lead to solidify the heart against love.

However passion is born, much of it is created or deepened over a meal. I always say food has a way of bringing people together. Birthdays bring people together to eat delicious, often times themed goodies, to celebrate the birth of a loved one. Holidays such as Easter, Thanksgiving, Yom Kippur, Christmas, the list goes on, food plays an integral role in bringing people together and strengthening bonds in various ways over a shared value. Valentine’s Day is another such day, usually drawing two people into each other’s presence to deepen their affections for one another and show appreciation for each person in one another’s life.

Meals vary vastly on this international day of love. Lots of people will take their significant other for a date out on the town. This is fantastic, truly, as it demonstrates care and thought.

This is also one of the easier options, no clean up and your attention and time are able to be focused solely on your date. So I understand why many people favor this route. Now, on the other hand, staying home and preparing a meal for your date enables you to be just as demonstrative in your great love and affection of the person you are cooking for.

The kitchen becomes your stage, you are the main attraction (along with your meal) and you get to show off your culinary skills. You can incorporate any ingredients into any dish you like. Most of the time, people will cook food

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which creates a spark and lights the fire between them, something to further fan the flames of love.

Asparagus is purported to be a commonly prepared and served food item on Valentine’s Day. In France, during the 19th century, this vegetable was served to grooms before their wedding day, as it was believed to bring passion to their impending marriage. This coupled with the fact that asparagus is actually really good for you, rich in fiber, potassium, thiamine, vitamin’s B and C among other nutrients, should only increase your own desire to perhaps include this food in your Valentine’s Day menu.

Garlic is also pretty high up on the list of passion fueling ingredients. Garlic is great for blood flow apparently, due to the fact it contains allicin.

Now in a study conducted by researchers at the University of Alabama Birmingham, published in The Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, it’s believed that allicin is released when garlic is chopped or chewed. Then it becomes sulfur containing compounds once its ingested and moves through the body. As hydrogen sulfide has the ability to relax blood vessels which may reduce risk of heart attack by helping to lower blood pressure, this is one sure fire ingredient to get the blood going and protect the heart of those you hold in your heart.

Chocolate, oh yes, chocolate. I was not going to leave this one out. Its sweet disposition is not only delicious but contains anandamide, a psycho-active chemical which is responsible for the great feeling we experience during and shortly after consuming chocolate. The cacao found in commercial chocolate also contains tryptophan, which is like a building block or major component of serotonin (a neurotransmitter) which helps us to derive that relaxed feeling and sense of calm from eating chocolate. Also contained within that box of love, in the form of chocolates and truffles of any and all sorts, is PEA (phenyl ethylamine) which allows for the release of dopamine, often called the “love chemical.” So I say, go get your Valentine a huge box of ‘love chemicals.’ They taste great and will definitely win you points in the passion department.

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and enjoy on Valentine’s Day. But truly, it’s about the feeling that goes into making it for or where you take your date. Yes, Valentine’s Day is reserved for love but it in no way means love is relegated to this day alone. It can be Valentine’s Day every day just without the name tag. However, being this is a day allocated to displays of affection, I am including a recipe for gifting and it’s a really yummy one! It’s for those who wish to use their kitchen as their stage and act out, by way of food, some Shakespearean sonnet teeming with love and adoration for someone. I hope you have a wonderful Valentine’s Day, filled with nothing but love and celebrate it however makes you happy! Please email me any comments, information and of course recipes, because as always (and in keeping with this theme) I love, love, love to hear from you. So Let’s Dish! letsdish@whidbeyweekly.com Cherries and Chocolate Fudge 1 x 14 oz can of sweetened condensed milk ½ cup of chopped almonds 1 package (12 oz) semi-sweet chocolate chips ½ cup candied cherries, chopped ¼ cup of pecan halves ¼ cup of candied cherries cut in half 1 teaspoon of almond extract Line an 8x8 inch pan with aluminum foil. Using a microwave safe bowl, microwave chocolate chips and condensed milk until chocolate chips have melted, or until you can stir until smooth (approximately one minute to a minute and a half). Stir in chopped cherries, chopped almonds, and almond extract. Pour into the prepared pan, and top with cherry and pecan halves. Refrigerate for at least two hours, cut into squares, serve to your love and enjoy! Store covered in the refrigerator. www.allrecipes.com www.wilstar.com www.history.com www.naturalnews.com To read past columns of Let's Dish in the Whidbey Weekly, see our Digital Library at www. whidbeyweekly.com.

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Life Tributes URBAN ROLPH SECHER-JENSEN January 4, 1934 – January 28, 2016 He loved rot gut beer, deep powder, pickled salmon, and friends. Friends like his ski buddies, Louie, Don, Papilla, Freddie, and fishing buddies Quale, Pearson, Peck, and Swede and best friend George Libbey. Most of all he loved my mother, Mary Isabel, who made sure everything was ready for whatever adventure or work he endeavored.

He always said, “Variety is the spice of life,” and “Recreation is very important.” He used to tell us that when he died, he wanted us to commission a big bronze statue of him with skis on his feet, his dogs at his side, a fishing pole, a hunting gun, a golf club and a skin diving snorkel to show his many interests. His humor came out when he said our job would be to shine his bald head every day because he didn't want any seagulls doing their business on his forehead.

He worked all the time. At one point, he drove a school bus, taught school, taught a night class called English for the Foreign Born, worked up in the mountains on the weekends, took a night class himself, and worked on his boat or got the nets ready for summer. He worked hard and felt the responsibility of a young family. We grew up in the mountains, skiing every weekend, staying at the Penguin's Cabin, enjoying and probably taking for granted the really wonderful gift we had been given.

He was a blur but he was everywhere. He'd ski by with his posse of track stemmers and we'd get to ski half a run with him and think we had won the lottery. He would show up at our assemblies at school and always seemed to be around when a date came to pick us up.

Dad always said if he had to die, he hoped it would be in neck deep powder. We never dreamed the stifling, smothering disease of Parkinson's would take his mobility, his ability to communicate and engage, and that a horrid disease would snuff out, almost without warning, the robust, bigger than life, unique personality we all loved.

He was a grand adventurer. He would go skin diving-bringing home his catch of enormous ling cod and octopus which he would spread over the front lawn for the neighborhood kids to ogle. For one glorious two weeks in June, we went camping and lake fishing. We would all pile in the station wagon and drive up to Canada with the Libbey’s to camp and fish before the gill-netting season began.

Dad was hilarious, too–Fridays during the school year, he would be in such a great mood–he would come out in his underwear dancing the watusi through the dining room to the delight of three girls. Even Mom laughed as she said, "Urban, go get some clothes on!"

He was his best in a group, with a beer and his beer drinking buddies, telling stories and calling each other out– debating the world events, listening to stories about politics in big corporations, trying to figure out the base cost of running a ski resort, having contests to see who could eat the hottest peppers and cauliflower, telling tall tales of the ghost of Steven's Pass, discussing politics and telling stories. I also remember he often said a nice word when a person not present was being discussed. He would say, “Well, he’s always been fair to me.” Everyone would become silent and the discussion would move on to something else.

He was a one-line philosopher: He liked to say a penny is a lot of money because, of course, if something costs a dollar and you only have 99 cents, you can't buy what you want. He said if you really get to know someone, you will find something about them to like. He said perseverance will get you everywhere you want to go.

He accomplished a lot in his life–the son of Danish immigrants Ida and Kai, brother to Jarl, nephew to Sven, cousin to Warner and Norman, Birte, Steen, and Inga, a Navy Veteran of the Korean War, teacher, fisherman, entrepreneur, friend, father, grandfather, husband. He told me once he would have never been able to do what he did without the support of my Mother. He said, "She did everything at home so I could go out and work. I could have never done

In 1979 Marvin landed a job teaching at Coupeville High School. It was during their years in Coupeville they had their second son, Anthony, February 14, 1982, Valentine’s Day. Nicholas was 14 at the time and fully embraced having a younger brother.

In 1985 Marvin began teaching in Oak Harbor and because of Jill’s health, they moved to their third floor condo in Oak Harbor. The Oak Harbor Senior Center was opening and Jill began teaching Tai Chi, one of the very first classes taught at the center.

it without her supporting me, pushing me, loving me."

We will miss the spirit of this passionate, wise, funny man who, when alone, found solace standing for hours on the back of his boat looking at the stars while watching over the net. We will remember him laughing gleefully as he caught a trout in Canada, how he was so thoughtful as he made the long list of things he had to do. He had the most amazing red face with eyes crinkled and head shining as he laughed deeply at his own jokes.

We will miss his wisdom, his loyalty, his friendship and his laughter. Spread your wings, Dad. And fly away.

A Celebration of Life was held at Wallin Funeral Home Oak Harbor with Gary Wallin as Life Celebrant. Please visit Urban’s page in the Book of Memories at www.wallinfuneralhome.com to share memories and condolences.

JILL S. REED Jill Suzanne (Vulcano) Reed was born January 23, 1944 to Anthony and Wyllodene Vulcano in Concordia, KS. The war was on and Anthony was serving in the U.S. Army, Europe.

Because of the war Baby Jill did not meet her father until he came back from the war. She only knew him through pictures and stories from her mom, grandparents, Uncle Ladean and Aunt Virginia.

Jill’s systemic asthma began to play out in her body. It resulted in long term, often high doses of steroids. One problem led to another, to another, to another until her physical life was more and more difficult.

It was during this time Jill felt the call to enter the Secular Carmelite Order. This would become another theme in her life, the contemplative, prayerful life of the Carmelite. After completing her formation into the Order, she lived as an isolate because of her health.

ICONS and Iconography began to interest Jill as well. And, as always, she delved into them thoroughly. Ten years later, under the tutelage of two teachers; both Russian, one living in Canada and the other from New York City, Jill started writing ICONS. Yet another theme in Jill’s life. The culmination of them can be seen at St. Augustine Catholic Church. On either side of the crucifix are two six foot by three foot ICONS, one of Mary, one of John. During the three years of writing them, Jill had breast cancer, had both breasts removed and still finished the ICONS before the dedication of the newly remodeled parish. To be exact, they were sealed the night before they were due for installation.

Jill’s recent five month hospital and skilled nursing home stay was the end of a 30-year struggle with asthma and the medicine she had to take to stay alive.

Jill passed from this life January 30, 2016 at the age of 72.

She fought the good fight, she finished the race, she was a witness to her faith to the end. She was at peace, and is now before the Lord, singing his praises.

Jill’s memory will be continued, memories told by Marvin, told and retold to grandchildren, Brandon and Gabriel, her

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The rest of us will follow. Whatever she did, she did with absolute integrity, quality and commitment. We, her family look forward to our fellowship with her in heaven. We love you, Jill.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, February 13, 2016, 1pm at St. Augustine Catholic Church, Oak Harbor, WA with Rev. Paul Pluth, JCL as Celebrant. A reception for family and friends will follow in the Parish Hall. Please visit Jill’s page in the Book of Memories at www.wallinfuneralhome.com

JERRY A. LUJAN Jerry Acfalle Lujan died January 30, 2016 at Good Samaritan Hospital, Puyallup at the age of 44.

Jerry was born November 17, 1971 in Tamuning, Guam to Jesus and Doris Lujan. In high school Jerry played basketball and baseball. He loved hanging out with friends and had a great sense of humor. He was employed as a tour bus driver, as a security guard for Palacious Security and also worked as a heavy equipment operator.

In early 2012, Jerry left Guam and moved to Oak Harbor to be with family. He was hired as a mechanic at Island Transit and was working to obtain his CDL and become a driver.

Jerry is survived by his mother Doris Lujan of Guam; by six brothers and their spouses: Joey, Jeffrey (Jenny) and Jay (Shaulana), all of Oak Harbor and Jesse, Jason and halfbrother Terry Sanchez (Therese) all of Guam. He was uncle JearBear to 17 nieces and nephews for his caring heart..

Visitation for Jerry Lujan will be held at Wallin Funeral Home, Oak Harbor Friday, February 12 from 6pm to 8pm.

Funeral services will be held at 9am at Wallin Funeral Home with Rev. Jerry Kienzle officiating. A reception will follow for family and friends. Please visit Jerry’s page in the Book of Memories to share condolences and memories.

It was a great reunion for the small family with the safe return of Anthony. The family settled, first in Des Moines, IA; then Ankeny, IA. There the family would stay. Before long Jill was followed by her sister, Jacque.

A perfect and old-time Midwest life filled up those years with idyllic hours spent on the grandparent’s farm where the two girls had countless days with uncles, aunts and growing numbers of cousins.

At an early age Jill demonstrated a dynamic talent for the visual arts. By the time she entered high school she had developed that driving reputation for her art work which would be one of the core themes of her rich and productive life.

To the delight of the family, two more children were added – boys Marc and Mike. In quick order the boys became a focus of the family and gave the girls lessons (Jill 11 at the time) in helping parenting and love.

Through high school, Jill was the drum majorette, twirling her baton (sometimes with fire on the ends) at football games, parades and other community events. It was here she began giving private lessons in baton; another theme that would continue through her life; small business in specific niche skills.

After high school, Jill went off for a time to art school in Denver, but returned to Ankeny where she went to work in a flower shop in Des Moines.

At this point Jill and her high school sweetheart Jim Zimmer would marry and Jim, with a degree in math would find work in the aerospace industry. He landed a job in Florida with NASA. There Jill gave birth to her firstborn, Nicholas, September 14, 1967.

Not long after that Jim found work with Boeing in Seattle. The little family settled in various homes in the Puget Sound. Here Jill began taking classes from a classical Tai Chi instructor. This would be another theme in her life, teaching Tai Chi. During this time their marriage ran aground with problems. Jill, being the good mom she was, regrouped, with Nicholas only, and moved to Spokane, WA. There she held whatever jobs she could to keep Nicholas and herself in food and a place to live. Her metal was tested, and in the middle of it, the quiet still voice of the Lord, Jesus Christ, was heard by Jill and she returned home to Him and her upbringing.

During this time she met Marvin Reed returning from

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SATURDAY, January 30 5:34pm, SE Barrington Dr. Caller requesting officer contact reference rules of “house arrest.”

10:38pm, NW Crosby Ave. Caller reporting entire family pushing each other around.

SUNDAY, January 31 5:59am, NW Longview Dr. Caller advising being held at gun point by fellow church members.

MONDAY, February 1 9:13am, SW Swantown Ave. Caller reporting subject walks down his street calling him derogatory names.

5:59pm, SE O’Leary St. Caller advising her niece switched her cats, parents frauded her accounts and brother switched out her electronics.

TUESDAY, February 2 1:00pm, SW Heller St. Caller reporting male subject swearing at vehicles and flipping them off.

WEDNESDAY, February 3 8:01am, SE Barrington Dr. Caller advising his vehicle is broken and cannot drive to get a fix it ticket signed.

9:03am, SW Harrier Cir. Caller reporting subject leaves dogs barking in the bathroom all day.

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Caller reporting three work trucks parked haphazardly in parking lot.

4:13pm, NW Illahee Dr. Caller advising students throwing pine cones at each other after they get off the bus.

4:14pm, SW Erie St. Caller advising a vehicle was tailgating and flipping her off.

6:29pm, SR 20 Caller advising truck pulled in front of vehicle and started taking pictures of him.

THURSDAY, February 4 11:22am, SE Barrington Dr. Caller inquiring about drug tests on juveniles.

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By Carey Ross 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi: Because seven congressional hearings and thousands of pages of testimony just weren’t enough–what we have really needed is Michael Bay’s take on the 2012 attack on the American embassy in Benghazi. Spoiler alert: Bay’s Benghazi features many, many explosions.  (R • 2 hrs. 24 min.)

The 5th Wave: Alien invasion gets the YA treatment. I’m guessing if this movie was any good, it would be released during a time when its target audience wasn’t sitting in a classroom five days a week.  (PG-13 • 1 hr. 52 min.)

The Big Short: The story of a vital part of the financial meltdown as told in semi-comedic fashion by Christian Bale, Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling, Brad Pitt, and more. Economic tragedy has never had so much sex appeal-or so many Oscar nods.  (R • 2 hrs. 10 min.)

The Choice: I gotta imagine the only reason anyone ever sees a movie based on a Nicholas Sparks book is because they’re secretly hoping it’ll be "The Notebook" all over again. Or maybe I just don’t know what love is.  (PG-13 • 1 hr. 51 min.)

How to Be Single: This movie boasts a wealth of comedic talent (Rebel Wilson, Leslie Mann, Alison Brie) and Dakota Johnson, whose last turn as a funnywoman came via "Fifty Shades of Grey." (Oh, that wasn’t a comedy? MY BAD.) If the preview is any indication, this movie exists so Rebel Wilson can run roughshod all over it, and that’s just fine by me.  (R • 1 hr. 50 min.)

Dirty Grandpa: Forget what I said about this movie being a harmless diversion from other, better movies. Apparently, it's so terrible it might as well star Adam Sandler playing opposite Adam Sandler in a film written and directed by Adam Sandler. Yep. That bad.  (R • 1 hr. 42 min.)

Fifty Shades of Black: The inevitable "Fifty Shades of Grey" parody is here, and it comes via its rightful messenger, Marlon Wayans.

No matter how terrible this spoof might be, it will still be far superior to the source material sthat spawned it.  (R • 1 hr. 32 min.)

The Finest Hours: The kinda true story of an incredible Coast Guard rescue in which the most compelling thing is Disney’s ability to recreate a realistic-looking storm. Skip this and go watch an Oscar nominee.  (PG-13 • 1 hr. 57 min.)

Hail, Caesar!: Joel and Ethan Coen made a movie about Hollywood and it features George Clooney, Josh Brolin, Ralph Fiennes, Tilda Swinton, Scarlett Johansson, Jonah Hill, Dolph Lundgren, and a singing-and-dancing Channing Tatum. In other words, they read my diary and acted accordingly.  .(PG-13 • 1 hr. 40 min.)

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Kung Fu Panda 3: I want so badly to mock the "Kung Fu Panda" franchise, but I can’t because this bear keeps right on killing it like this is the "Revenant" and he’s got Leonardo DiCaprio in his sights. This time, Po tackles the weighty topic of family identity while marshalling an entire army of kung fu pandas.  (PG • 1 hr. 40 min.)

Pride and Prejudice and Zombies: Is what the title suggests. Based on the bestselling book of the same name. Probably mediocre at best, but the teenaged audience at which it is aimed certainly won’t mind.  (PG-13 • 1 hr. 48 min.)

The Revenant: Leonardo DiCaprio survives a bear-mauling, a near-drowning, has his ear bitten off, falls off a cliff and takes shelter inside a dead horse–and that’s barely the half of it. Will someone please give this man his richly deserved Oscar before he actually dies trying to win one?  (R • 2 hrs.

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Deadpool: I’ve been skeptical of this Marvel superhero soon-to-be franchise for reasons that begin with Ryan and end with Reynolds, but an R rating (don’t bring your kiddos to this one) an all-out, balls-to-the-wall performance by its star, Marvel’s willingness to skewer itself in the name of our entertainment and widespread critical acclaim have turned me from skeptic to believer.  (R • 1 hr. 40 min.)

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Ride Along 2: Since this movie stars Ice Cube, I’m going to use this space to decry the Academy and its inability to nominate any film for Oscars that isn’t made by and starring white people. This year’s numberone omission: the excellent "Straight Outta Compton." If you haven’t seen the N.W.A. biopic, skip this lowest-common-denominator “comedy” and seek it out.  (PG-13 • 1 hr. 42 min.)

Star Wars: Episode VII–The Force Awakens: One million stars. Give it all of the Oscars and throw in some Grammys, a Nobel Peace Prize and a knighthood, while you're at it. I'm not picky. Suck it, haterzzzz, this movie rules.  (PG-13 • 2 hrs. 16 min.)

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TEDxCoupevilleLibraryLive Tuesday, February 16, 8:30am-4:00pm Coupeville Library Join us as we stream the second day of the TED Conference from Vancouver B.C., right into the heart of the Coupeville Library. The theme of this year’s conference is “Dream,” and we’ll be hosting a simulcast of TED talks all day, with refreshments and lively discussions in between speakers. Free and open to the public. Please preregister.

3rd Tuesday Book Discussion Group Tuesday, February 16, 9:30am Freeland Library Join us for a great book discussion of Timothy Egan’s “Short Nights of the Shadow Catcher.”

Everyone is welcome.

Political Incivility and Polarization in America Wednesday, February 17, 11:00am Freeland Library Does political incivility threaten American democracy? Is there a correlation between political incivility and productivity? Dr. Cornell Clayton leads a lively discussion about some of the connections and what they mean.

SWELL Book Discussion Group Wednesday, February 17, 6:30pm Freeland Library Matthew Thomas’ “We Are Not Ourselves” is a testament to our greatest desires and our greatest frailties. Through the lives of these characters, Thomas charts the story of the American Century. For adults.

Meetings & Organizations Greenbank Progressive Club Monthly Potluck Dinner & Meeting Thursday, February 11, 6:00pm Bakken & Firehouse Roads Clubhouse, Greenbank

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The program for the evening with be presented by Dr. Robert Pelant, CEO of the Pacific Rim Institute (PRI). PRI is engaged in ecological restoration activities in the Pacific Northwest along with educational activities, including college courses, internships, and workshops. Meet and greet will begin at 6:00pm with dinner at 6:30pm. Everyone is invited and asked to bring a dish to share and their own table service. For more information, please call (360) 678-2059. For rental of the Greenbank Hall, please call (360) 678-4813.

(AAUW) Whidbey Island Branch Saturday, February 13, 9:30am Trinity Lutheran Church, Freeland “Looking at Alzheimer’s Inside and Out” will be a panel discussion by Sandra Mulkey of Regency on Whidbey in Oak Harbor, Sandy Taylor of Your Home on the Harbor (dementia care) in Freeland and Helen Bates, Alzheimer’s advocate. Prospective members welcome.

Program begins at 10:00am. Contact Milli Stanton at jomistanton@msn.com or Helen Bates at (360) 675-4201 for more information.

Island County Astronomical Society (ICAS) Monday February 15, 6:30pm-8:30pm Hayes Hall, Room 137, Oak Harbor Library Anyone interested in astronomy is invited to attend. There will be short presentations on current topics in astronomy and a good time is guaranteed for all! For more information about ICAS or club events, contact Dan Pullen at (360) 679-7664 or icaspub@juno.com, or visit http://www.icas-wa.org.

Whidbey Island Camera Club Tuesday, February 16, 6:30pm-8:00pm Oak Hall, Room 306, SVC, Oak Harbor The theme for February: Windows showing a reflection with little or no cropping or editing. You may submit up to 3 photographs for discussion during the meeting to absolutescience@hotmail.com. Whidbey Island Camera Club, a community club, is open to the public. If you have questions, please email tina31543@comcast.net

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Macintosh Appreciation Group of Island County (MAGIC) Wednesday, February 17, 4:00pm-6:00pm Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 20103 SR 525, Freeland The featured program is about Apple’s iCloud.

Ron Sharp of www.machelptech.com and MAGIC newsletter editor is the presenter.

His program is the first item following the welcome. There will be a short business meeting at about 4:45pm, followed by an hour of questions and answers about the program and all questions about user’s computers and devices. The public is welcome and membership is free, but a $2 donation at the door helps with facility rental. MAGIC also welcomes empty ink cartridge donations.

Governor’s Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee Town Hall Thursday, February 18, 10:00am-12:00pm VFW Post #7392, 3037 N Goldie Rd, Oak Harbor Calling all Washington Veterans and their families. Meet area leaders and providers to learn about local Veterans services and benefits. Hear about Veterans issues being debated in the WA State legislature. For more information, visit www.dva.wa.gov or call 1-800-5320132 option 1.

Soroptimist of South Whidbey Island Thursday, February 18, 5:30pm-7:30pm Maple Ridge Assisted Living, Freeland This monthly meeting is the Program meeting for the club. Allison Alberton, MD., from the Whidbey General Surgical Services staff will be discussing women’s health. The meeting will be in the Multi-purpose room.

Friends of the Coupeville Library Potluck Business Meeting Thursday, February 18, 5:45pm-7:45pm Coupeville Library Bring a dish and a friend – join this “can-do” group for fellowship and an update on 2016 activities. New members always welcome. For all ages.

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Classes, Seminars and Workshops Dan’s Classic Ballroom See website for schedules/fees www.dansclassicballroom.com (360)720-2727. Group & Private Lessons, Adults, Teens, Children, Wedding Dances, Special Events/Parties. 4 Free Lessons for Unaccompanied Men. Located just north of Oak Harbor (Dugualla Bay). Classes on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday & Thursday evenings.

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Craft and Confidence: An Author’s Masterclass Saturday, February 13, 9:30am-4:30pm Bayview School, 5611 Bayview Road, Langley Cost: $200 ($185 for WIWA members) A day-long workshop exploring the fundamentals of story (fiction, nonfiction, and poetry), and how to sell and publish your work. Session explores the difference between traditional and indie publishing, and effective marketing and confidence-building tools. Leave the session with new tools and inspiration to write and sell your work. Teacher: William Kenower, author, editor-in-chief of Author magazine.

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easy to do what you otherwise wouldn’t on the 16th. Eccentricity works in your favor on the 17th.

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By Wesley Hallock

ARIES (March 21-April 19) Your energy and enthusiasm propel you unusually far and fast on the 11th. Daring to be different on the 12th bodes well for you. Evidence of your recent forward progress appears on the 13th. Your sense of security gets a welcome boost on the 14th. Strategy with acquisitions in mind bears fruit on the 15th.

The 16th tests the limits of your learning.

Social activities on the 17th invoke your emotional dexterity.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Rash impulses deserve to be questioned on the 11th. The difficulty factor runs high on 12th, with humanitarian actions faring best. Tradition is your most likely impediment on the 13th. The art of gentle persuasion is something to keep in mind for the 14th. Due diligence on the 15th puts you in good stead with your family. A dependable resource may not be so dependable on the 16th. Acting for a cause advances you on the 17th.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21) Taking the lead is easy and natural for you on the 11th. A firm grip on your principles is your best anchor on the 12th.

It’s hard to know who’s for you and who’s against you on the 13th. Your visionary qualities may be called into question on the 14th. Your helpful nature also makes your own life easier on the 15th.

Strained relationships on the 16th find welcome relief in social activities. Fortune smiles your way on the 17th.

CANCER (June 22-July 22) Acting on your own behalf is a large part of the 11th. A me first attitude on the 12th puts you at odds with a partner.

Salvage of the good parts is one option for unexpected difficulties on 13th. The best strategy on the 14th includes fun. Unavoidable expense on the 15th can also work for you. Finding new ways of doing what you do is the lesson of the 16th. Nothing about the 17th justifies ill deeds.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Relish the chance for independent thinking on the 11th. A bold move on the 12th helps your standing with your partner. A backlog of work drives action on the 13th.

Opposition from home aids the task on the 14th. You’re right where you want to be on 15th. Redefining your idea of fun is a good option on the 16th. Travel and relationships both take you to a better place on the 17th.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Temptation to bend the rules is strong on the 11th. Odd solutions to ordinary problems find powerful backing on the 12th. Inspiration exceeds ambition on the 13th. The 14th is motive to do what could have been done yesterday. Perplexing problems are dealt with effectively on the 15th. Frustration makes it

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Spouse or partner has your willing ear on the 11th. The 12th powerfully benefits travel and trades. Your normally high moral standards are easily abandoned on the 13th. Saying what you mean and meaning what you say isn’t easy on the 14th. You’re in the flow on the 15th and life is fair. The 16th brings a needed assist from someone older and more experienced. You’re back in the flow on the 17th.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Obstacles to progress loom larger on the 11th. Your normally steadfast resolve is tested on the 12th. Disagreement over problem and solution gets ironed out on the 13th.

Consider the opposing viewpoint for its hidden advantages on the 14th. Skating out of bounds is a real danger on the 15th. You’re bound by your word on the 16th, no matter how it appears. High integrity reveals its advantages on the 17th.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Your best side shows on the 11th, courage included.

Speaking out on the 12th wins you an unexpected ally.

Someone you know and respect holds you to a high standard on the 13th. Strong commitment underlies your easy demeanor on the 14th. Routine challenges are easily dealt with on the 15th. Your good nature is your greatest asset on the 16th.

Inner harmony means outward harmony on the 17th.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Controversy follows you on the 11th. Staying mindful of the big picture helps you ease friction on the 12th. Reminders to enjoy life’s slower and easier side appear on the 13th. Your stable determination gains you recognition on the 14th. Chicken Little thinking plays no part in your handling of challenges on the 15th. Your self-sufficient nature aids you on the 16th. “As long as it takes,” describes your drive on the 17th.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb 18) Your independence is showing on the 11th. You’re heavily invested in a fair outcome on the 12th. Accepting what is becomes a task in itself on the 13th. Your complacency translates into determination on the 14th, to your benefit. Following your curiosity leads you to good things on the 15th. A little extra push on the 16th proves worth the effort. The 17th is good for being as intellectual as you want to be.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) Courageous acts are easy on the 11th. Gains outweigh the costs of independence on the 12th. Your persistence outlasts resistance on the 13th, to good effect. Easy though it is to cut corners on the 14th, your sense of justice won’t allow it. Inability to stay on task works against you on the 15th. Circumstances forcing you to work independently on the 16th are to your benefit. Easy going attitudes risk easy failure on the 17th.

ACROSS 1. Small shelters 5. Church part 10. Bit of sweat 14. Bunches 15. Bridget Fonda, to Jane 16. Pool site, maybe 17. Came untwined 19. Engine sound 20. Relating to tears 21. Swiss wooden house 23. ____ ‚Äôn Span (Clean) 24. Holy symbol 25. Tennis great Gibson 28. Deer ____ 31. Churchill’s “___ Finest Hour” 32. Come to mind 33. In favor of 34. Pack (down) 35. Swings around 36. Banquet 37. Death on the Nile cause, perhaps 38. Horse harnessed alongside shaft 39. Allotment 40. Sensible 42. Flamed up suddenly

43. Bother 44. Blah 45. Rag 47. First settlers/ explorers 51. Assortment 52. Florida fruit plant 54. Phobos, to Mars 55. Open, in a way 56. “___ quam videri” (North Carolina’s motto) 57. The “B” of N.B., Latin 58. Flip, in a way 59. Adjusts, as a clock DOWN 1. Cart 2. Arm bone 3. Ancient neck ornament 4. Jefferson _____ (band) 5. Lack of vigor 6. Air freshener option 7. Be a snitch 8. Trick taker, often 9. Relief provider (2 wds) 10. Go around 11. An agent causing a suspension of one liquid in another

12. “God’s Little ___” 13. Blowgun ammo 18. Deadly snake 22. Cheat, slangily 24. Whiner 25. ___ of roses 26. ___ apso (dog) 27. An urge 28. Barbaric 29. Present 30. Avarice 32. Put to rest, as fears 35. Producing sound 36. Disease dealing with abnormal sugar levels 38. Corn ___ 39. 747, e.g.

41. Chant 42. Like Kermit 44. Feasts 45. ___ of the Unknowns 46. ___ vera 47. Dad; affectionately 48. European language 49. Medical advice, often 50. Attends 53. Biochemistry abbr.

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