Golden Gazette March 2022

Volume 34, Number 3

Inside & in March 1st Mardi Gras, Meals on Wheels ......... page 2 1st Election day 2nd Ash Wednesday 3rd YWCA Women of Excellence ........ page 5 4th Beans & Cornbread Luncheon .......... page 1 4th 1st Friday Art Trail 5th Roundtable...... page 17 8th Christian Womenpage 13 11th New Neighbors .. page 2 13th Daylight Saving Begins 17th Saint Patrick’s Day 20th 1st Day of Spring Life & times of Karen Baggerly ....... page 12 1922 .......................... page 9

Coming in April 2nd Lubbock Uncorked ........page 1 Lubbock Arts Festival April 9-10

March 2022

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Lubbock, Texas 79423

Lubbock Uncorked set for April 2 The Lubbock Uncorked wine event is set from 1 to 6 p.m. April 2 at the American Windmill Museum, 1701 Canyon Lake Dr. A celebration of West Texas wine and grapes, Lubbock Uncorked will showcase more than 20 Texas wineries offering a large variety of wine for attendees to taste and enjoy. Wine will also be available to purchase by the bottle to take home.

Winemakers from throughout the state will be on hand to answer questions and provide information.

The event features a beer garden, local food trucks and restaurants, and a lineup of local entertainment

performing on three stages.

Advanced tickets for Lubbock Uncorked are $35 and can be purchased online or at the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce, 1500 Broadway, Ste. 101. Tickets can also be purchased for $45 at the door.

VIP tickets can be purchased for $75 in advance or $85 at the door for access to the VIP area with premium wine tastings and specially crafted hors d’oeuvres. A limited number of VIP tickets are available and will not (See Uncorked, Page 4)

Beans & Cornbread Luncheon, March 4 The 33rd annual Mayors’ Beans and Cornbread Luncheon is set for 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. March 4.

A drive-thru format this year will be safe and convenient for the annual fundraiser for Hospice of Lubbock.

“To ensure a safe environment for all attendees and volunteers, this year’s event will be a drive-thru format in the parking lot of the YWCA’s building at 6501 University,” said Jeremy L. Brown, M.D., Hospice of Lubbock’s executive director.

Guests will be greeted and served

by area mayors, officials, and volunteers.

Tickets are $20 and will be available the day of the event. The meal consists of beans, cornbread, sausage link, cookies and a drink.

Hospice is a philosophy of care for the terminally ill that allows them to die in peace and comfort with loved ones close by.

For the past 32 years, Beans and Cornbread has helped raise money to allow Hospice of Lubbock to provide hospice care for any person regard-

less of their ability to pay.

Hospice of Lubbock takes great pride in being able to say they have never turned a terminally ill patient away.

Beans and Cornbread luncheon is open to all citizens. Hospice of Lubbock continues to be grateful for the enormous support of the community.

For more information, visit www. hospiceoflubbock.org, contact Hospice of Lubbock at 806-795-2751, or contact Covenant Foundation at 806-725-6089.

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Primary elections set for March 1 in Texas

By Carla Astudillo Texas Tribune Texas will hold its 2022 primary elections March 1.

Each party will choose its candidate for seven statewide seats — governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, land commissioner, agriculture commissioner, comptroller, and one of three seats on the Railroad Commission.

Republicans and Democrats will also choose their candidates to face off in November for district-based congressional and legislative offices, the State Board of Education and judicial seats.

Texas has redrawn its political districts.

If no candidate receives a majority of the vote in the primary, the top two vote-getters will compete in a runoff May 24. Texas is an open-primary state, so voters can decide every two years whether to select Republican or Democratic nominees (or hold out and go to third-party conventions).

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Elections in Texas are run by 254 different counties, and each county determines the order of candidate names on ballots printed there.

New Neighbors, March 11

New Neighbors Club of Lubbock will hold its March meeting and luncheon on March 11, at the Lubbock Women’s Club, 2020 Broadway.

The program will be Cindy’s YOUnique Boutique presented by Cindy Harris, the bling queen. The program will start at 10:30 a.m., and lunch is served afterward. Cost of the lunch is $18 and reservations are required at least 3 days prior to the luncheon.

Make reservations with Virginia at 806-781-4653 or vysasaga@gmail.com. If you are a member of New Neighbors Club, look for your Evite in your email or spam email.

If unable to attend, please cancel by Tuesday before the event. To cancel reservations, call Peggy at 806-798-1314.

Optional games afterward, contact your game leaders.

My sister says I keep on invading her privacy.

At least, that’s what she wrote in her diary.

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6th Biennial Water Conservation Symposium How will Texas provide adequate water supplies to support a projected 70 percent population increase during the next 50 years?

That was the question discussed during the Feb. 16 Texas Panhandle

John NielsenGammon

Dana Porter

Roger Gloe Ben Weinheimer

Water Conservation Symposium in Amarillo. The event, held every two years, is an opportunity to address water conservation opportunities and challenges.

Texas had a population of 19 million in 1997. This jumped to 30 million in 2020, which reflects a 57 percent increase, according to Dr. Robert Mace. He is the executive director of the Meadows Center for Water & the Environment.

Texas has seven of the 15 most rapidly growing cities in the nation.

He said 86 percent of the increase is occurring with 25 of the highest total population growth counties.

State Climatologist John NielsenGammon spoke about the impacts of drought and a changing climate on Texas’ water supplies.

He said drought changes will have a variety of different impacts upon soils, vegetation, groundwater, and surface water. Nielsen-Gammon noted that drought

years are driven by a lack of rain -but the consequences will change. It will be difficult to get specific about these consequences.

Ben Weinheimer, P.E. is serving as chairman of the Region A Water Planning Group.

Ben gave an overview of the current five-year water planning process. He outlined the scope of work that is required for each task in the plan.

Initially prepared plans for each of the 16 regional water planning groups are due to the Texas Water Development Board in March 3, 2025.

The final Regional Water Plans are to be submitted by Oct. 20, 2025. He is president and CEO of the Texas Cattle Feeders Association Approximately 31% of the water conservation strategies in the current State Water Plan involve agriculture.

However, saving groundwater on the

farm involves many decisions.

Dr. Dana Porter, P.E. discussed several items that producers must consider when adopting agricultural water conservation strategies.

They include economics, climate & crops, operation-specific items, effectiveness of strategies, new technologies, and changing policies.

She is a professor and agricultural engineering specialist with Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Service at Lubbock.

Roger Gloe offered tips for efficient irrigation in lawns and gardens.

He discussed the benefits of designing landscapes to collect water for use in rain gardens, rather than letting it run off into storm drains.

Other recommended water conservation practices include rainwater harvesting, checking for irrigation system leaks, and proper turf irrigation/fertilization. He is a licensed irrigator and a Master Gardener.

Garrison Institute on Aging

“Spot Check, What’s That Spot?” and the Ins and Outs of the Digestive System Guest Speaker Michelle Tarbox, M.D. Associate Professor of Dermatology Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

When: Wednesday, March 23rd, 2022 from 3 to 4 p.m.

Where: Zoom: https://ttuhsc.zoom.us/webinar/register/ WN_Xq6DO3X4Ti2WMAw_JX5ATA or scan the QR code above For more information, call 806.743.7821

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Save this date for the next lecture series - April 27th, 2022.

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Uncorked set for April 2

created to enjoy the pairing be available for purchase at of expertly crafted food and the door if sold out. wine. Each wine compariAdmission includes 10 son will be paired with the one-ounce wine tasting tick- perfect food to highlight the ets. More tickets for wine wine’s unique flavors. This tasting will be available for class is from 3:30 to 5 p.m. purchase at the event.

Tickets are $45.

Two wine education classMore information is availes will also be available at able by contacting Amy this year’s event. Tickets for Marquez at the Chamber both classes must be pur- by phone 806-761-7000 or chased in conjunction with emailAmy.Marquez@luba Lubbock Uncorked ticket. bockbiz.org.

“Wine Basics” is a way to learn more about wine from the best in the industry before you go out to visit all the wineries at the festival. The class will be offered from 1:30 to 3 p.m. April 2. Tickets for the class are $35.

Also available is “Amuse Bouche Texas Style,” an experience Photo courtesy of Lubbock Chamber of Commerce (Continued from Page 1)

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Wine facts Texas is the 5th largest wine-producing state. (source: texasfinewines.com) Texas has more than 500 wineries (permits issued as of May 31, 2019).

Texas has more than 5,000 acres of producing vineyard farmland.

80% of Texas grapes are grown in West Texas (Texas High Plains).

Texas wineries bring in 1.7 million tourists per year.

Texas has eight American Viticultural areas - Texas Hill Country, Fredericksburg, Texas High Plains, Bell Mountain, Escondido Valley, Mesilla Valley, Texas Davis Mountains, and Texoma.

More than 8,000 people are employed in some aspect of the wine business in Texas.

Wine contributed more than $13.1 billion in economic value to the state according to a 2017 report.

Depending on the grape variety and process, it takes an average of about 736 grapes to make a bottle of wine. That would average out to 164 grapes in a glass. (source: theblackable.com) One acre of grapevines produces 800 gallons of wine.

Red wine gets lighter as it ages.

White wine gets darker as it ages.

A ton of grapes makes 720 bottles of wine.

Grapes are the most produced fruit in the world.

The state’s oldest winery is Val Verde, established in 1883.

In 1795, the first corkscrew patent was granted to Samuel Henshall in England.

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10 Women of Excellence to be honored March 3 Ten women will be honElizabeth Sharp - social ored as Women of Excel- justice lence at a dinner and preAshby Whitaker – youth sentation at 6 p.m. March leadership 3 at the Lubbock Memorial Lynn Sanderson - Jane O. Civic Center, 1501 Mac Da- Burns Award vis Lane.

Melinda Pharies - Mary Nell Strong Community Service Award The YWCA of Lubbock counts Women of Excellence as one of its annual projects, recognizing and honoring women in the community who have Tickets can be purchased achieved excellence in their online at ywcalubbock.org careers or professions and or by calling 806-771-0184. whose contributions to busiIndividual tickets are $125, ness, industry, organizations, and for a table of 8, the cost and the community are cruis $1,000. cial to success.

The 2022 Women of ExSince 1989, Women of cellence honorees are: Excellence award recipients Sandra Harris - arts & have been inspiring others in culture Lubbock not only with their Beth Bridges - business professional achievements Janice Magness - educa- but also with the work they tion do for others.

Comfort Pratt - education By promoting women Katherine Wells - govern- as leaders in Lubbock, the ment YWCA strives to empower Dina Jeffries - human women and their families to services establish strong role models for future generations of There is nothing noble in young women. The YWCA being superior to your fellow of Lubbock has honored men. True nobility lies in being superior to your former nearly 300 extraordinary women in the 33 years of the self. – Ernest Hemingway event.

When you’re not used to being confident, confidence feels like arrogance.

When you’re used to being passive, assertiveness feels like aggression.

When you’re not use to getting your needs met, prioritizing yourself feels selfish.

Your comfort zone is not a good benchmark.

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A weight-loss option to consider: FASTING considered. This option has taken many people off their diabetes medication, their blood pressure medication, and left the people trim and happy.

I promise it is true. But I don’t want you to take my word for it. I want you to hear from a doctor who has taken his patients off their medications and how he did it. While you are listening to the video, you can hear him talk about his patient’s weight and their weight loss because let’s be real, if these people were able to go off Once a week, or once a month, use your those medications, it is likely lunch hour to deliver a hot, nutritious they lost weight. meal to someone who is homebound.

You can use your computer to go to YouTube.

Search for Dr. Jason Fung.

He has many videos on YouTube, but the one to watch Call is Dr. Jason Fung: Fasting 806-792-7971 as a Therapeutic Option for for more info.

Weight Loss. Find it and you Lubbock Meals on Wheels www.LubbockMealsOnWheels.org will enjoy it. You will probably watch it twice.

In his lecture, he speaks a great deal about how psychologically ingrained we are that we cannot fast. It is bad for you. You might faint. You will get sick. In my farming family, it was always, you need your strength. But he shares how that is not really true. He says there are very few people who can’t fast.

Perhaps you would like to try it? You might be surprised at your results.

Before you grumble, remember, he didn’t say, do this to have fun. He said do this to regain your health

By now, we are a few months into 2022. You may know that the most common New Year’s Resolution is to lose weight. If you have failed to do so, I have some good news for you. It isn’t your fault! I promise.

And there is a weight-loss option perhaps you haven’t

What a difference your lunch hour can make!

You will make their day, and they will make yours.

and enjoy your life. He is not into punishment either.

If you need to eat, you eat.

If you have a 16-hour fast, that means you eat dinner by 6 o’clock in the evening and you don’t eat anything more until 10 the next morning.

That is doable.

He talked about a longer fast where you eat dinner and don’t eat again until dinner the next night. Or you could skip eating for a whole day.

People think they can’t do it and that they will get too hungry, but he explains what happens in the body.

I will confess to you, I have fasted. And frankly, I like it. Yeah, I wanted to eat, but most of that was in my mind. When I waited 30 minutes or so, the feelings were gone.

Let me tell you about one of my patients. He is a normally thin man, but he had cancer tumors growing. He looked like he had a tummy.

He decided to do a few rounds of chemo. He knows that if you fast 2 days before your chemo and the day

of chemo and 2 days after chemo, you will not have the nasty side effects of chemo like being sick to your stomach and losing your hair.

Each time he has fasted, it has been easier. The first time was HARD. But now, it is easy, and he feels great by the end of his chemo.

There are numerous videos on YouTube about using this therapy, but when my patient told his oncologist about it, he had never heard of it. It isn’t easy to keep up with all the information, and as Dr. Fung said, there is no money in it. In fact, the patient saves money because he isn’t eating. But the results are fabulous.

Even if you only have a few pounds to lose, this is a great way to do it. As you fast, your body is doing a good deal of maid service, cleaning up all the breakdown products.

When you fast, your brain is ON. You have a very sharp mind. But first you must get comfortable with fasting and to do so, listen to the video I suggested. He is a specialist.

Let’s be smart and follow the expert. If you want to know about chemo and fasting, look up the video of Valter Longo on the Rich Roll show on YouTube. You will learn a great deal.

Dr. Jason Fung: Fasting as a Therapeutic Option for Weight Loss https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7nJgHBbEgsE

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Volunteers needed for 4th on Broadway’s success The Steering Committee for the 32nd Annual Fourth on Broadway is making plans for its annual July event. Since its early development by a committee of downtown churches in 1991, the event has become a go-to summer celebration for thousands of West Texans.

This year ’s theme is “United We Stand.”

Don Caldwell, Broadway Festivals, Inc. president and executive director, said it takes hundreds of volunteers to make the day successful.

It is crucial to start early to get groups committed to showing up and helping out for the duration of the event.

He encourages any church, school, college, civic and other organizations to get involved in volunteering.

Sharon and Mack Fry have been volunteering with Fourth on Broadway for many years. In 2021 they were honored with the Extra

Mile Award for going above and beyond in their efforts.

“Attending Fourth on Broadway has always been a special time for me,” Sharon said. “I started volunteering a few years ago, and I am so glad to be able to give back, in a small way, to this community that has given so much pleasure to me.”

Mack is just happy to be involved with such a remarkable team.

Sharon and Mack Fry discuss “It’s an honor to help logistics with Claire Smith. out Don Caldwell and the volunteer team in any memories, and having a blast small way I can. And there helping out with a commuare lots of ways to do that,” nity event.

“It really is the volunMack said. teers who make it happen,” The Frys shared the 2021 Extra Mile Award with an- Caldwell said. “It’s a great feeling of accomplishment other long-time volunteer.

Leslie Cranford began when it comes off successvolunteering in the 1990s fully, and we need hundreds of people! We have a long when the event was new.

“I worked in radio, and list of ways to help, and there our station did a lot to pro- are things anyone can do.”

Areas requiring volunmote the new event. I was hooked!” she said. “Later, af- teers include parking lot ter many years of just attend- attendants, photographers, ing the festival, Don needed information booths and data someone to handle media for collection.

Volunteer registration is the many Fourth on Broadway events. I was fortunate open at broadwayfestivals. he invited me along, and I’ve com. Applications for parade entries as well as merchanbeen happy to do it.”

Caldwell reiterated that dise and food vendors also even though the need for are available online.

To sign up to participate volunteers is critical, for in the various events, visit Leslie Cranford began those who come out to help, volunteering in the 1990s it’s all about making solid www.broadwayfestivals.com when the event was new. friendships, creating new or call 806-749-2929.

Buckle up to save a life

1 in 5 vehicle crashes in Texas in 2020 involved a teen driver The agony is merciless. The pain cuts deep - deeper and more vicious than anyone can imagine when you lose a child.

Unfortunately, hundreds of parents have had to endure this nightmare after losing their teens in car crashes in which they weren’t wearing their seat belts.

With vehicle crashes continuing to be the leading cause of death for U.S. teenagers, TxDOT’s “Teen Click IT or Ticket” campaign is urging teens to buckle up in every seat for every ride.

A seat belt offers the best protection in a crash, but sadly, seat belt use remains low among teen drivers and passengers.

In 2020, 46% (138 of 300) of teen drivers killed in vehicle crashes were not wearing a seat belt.

“We want to remind teens to take responsibility not only for themselves but also for those who are riding in their vehicle. Everyone must buckle up,” said TxDOT Executive Director Marc Williams. “One simple click of a seat belt can save a life.”

Texas law requires drivers and all passengers to wear a seat belt. Unbuckled drivers and passengers — even those in the back seat — can face fines and fees of up to $200.

“Teen Click It or Ticket” is a key component of #EndTheStreakTX, a broader social media and word-ofmouth effort that encourages drivers to make safer choices while behind the wheel, like wearing a seat belt, driving the speed limit, never texting and driving, and never driving under the influence of alcohol or other drugs. #EndTheStreakTX asks all Texans to commit to driving safely to help end the streak of daily deaths.

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Estacado and Monterey football coaches announced Lubbock ISD trustees approved the hiring of new high school athletic coordinators/head football coaches for Estacado and Monterey high schools.

William Blaylock Sr. is the new athletic coordinator and head football coach at Estacado High School. Blaylock comes to Lubbock ISD from Ft. Bend Hightower High School in Missouri City, where he was serving as former offensive coordinator.

His high school coaching William Blaylock Sr. is the new athletic coordinator and experience began in 2009 in head football coach at Estacado High School. Judd Thrash Sulphur Springs after workis the new athletic coordinator and head football coach at ing as a graduate assistant Monterey High School.

offensive line coach for two years at West Texas A&M University.

Blaylock earned his bachelor’s in education from Baylor University, and his master’s in curriculum and instruction from West Texas A&M University.

He and his wife, Khalilah, have three children: Tariq,William, and Tristan.

Judd Thrash was named the new athletic coordinator and head football coach at Monterey High School. Thrash most recently coached the number one defense in the Dallas area for the last three years

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as defensive coordinator at Duncanville High School.

The Duncanville Panthers were state finalists in 2019 and 2021 and finished the seasons with 14-2 and 15-1 records, respectively.

Thrash’s defense, considered one of the top in the nation, held their opponents to just 11 points this season and averaged two or more turnovers per game.

Since his coaching career began in 2005, Thrash has coached in four state championship games, won two 4A state championships and 11 district championships, and has numerous other coaching honors.

He earned his bachelor’s in exercise and sport studies and his master’s in education from Tarleton State University.

Thrash and his wife, Lauren, have one daughter, Caroline.

No matter how happy someone may seem, they have moments when they question if they can go on.

No matter how confident someone may look there are times when they feel unsure and insecure.

And no matter how strong someone may appear, they have days when they feel like they’re falling apart.

Never think for a moment you’re alone with your struggles.

You are not a mess. You’re human.

- Lori Deschene

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One hundred years ago: what a difference a century makes Here are some statistics for 1922: The average life expectancy for men was 47 years.

Fuel for cars was sold in drug stores only.

Only 14 percent of homes had a bathtub.

Only 8 percent of homes had a telephone.

The maximum speed limit in most cities was 10 mph.

The tallest structure in the world was the Eiffel Tower.

The average US wage in 1922 was 22 cents per hour.

The average U.S. worker made between $200 and $400 per year.

An accountant could expect to earn $2,000 per year.

A dentist earned $2,500 per year.

A veterinarian between $1,500 and 4,000 per year.

And a mechanical engineer about $5,000 per year.

More than 95 percent of all births took place at home.

Sugar cost 4 cents a pound.

Eggs,14 cents a dozen.

Coffee, 15 cents a pound.

Most women washed their hair once a month and, used Borax or egg yolks for shampoo.

Canada passed law prohibiting poor people from

entering into their country for any reason.

Leading causes of death: 1. Pneumonia and influenza 2. Tuberculosis 3. Diarrhea 4. Heart disease 5. Stroke The American flag had 45 stars The population of Las Vegas, Nevada, was 30.

Crossword puzzles, canned beer, and iced tea hadn’t been invented yet.

There was neither a Mother’s Day nor Father’s Day. Two out of every 10 adults couldn’t read or write.

Only 6 percent of all Americans had graduated from high school.

Marijuana, heroin, and morphine were available over the counter at local drugstores.

Back then pharmacists said: “Heroin clears the complexion, gives buoyancy to the mind, regulates the stomach, bowels, and is a perfect guardian of health.”

Eighteen percent of households had at least one fulltime servant or domestic help.

There were about 230 reported murders in the U.S.A.

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When “Star Trek” premiered on NBC-TV in September 1966, creator Gene Roddenberry was no doubt knocked for a loop when his much-anticipated show tanked. It never rose above 52 in the ratings, and that was only during the first season of its three-year run.

Yet much of the technology found within those 79 original “Star Trek” episodes resonates now in our everyday activities.

In 1964, Hollywood scriptwriter Roddenberry (he of “Highway Patrol” and “Have Gun – Will Travel” fame) set out to create something unique for television— a sci-fi series different from the usual doom-and-gloom “rocket operas” of the day.

Roddenberry had to work hard to sell his idea. Some NBC-TV honchos were initially lukewarm about Star Trek being a “cerebral” show (which meant probably not generating much sponsor money). Other overly cautious executives objected to Spock’s pointy ears, claiming they looked diabolical and Satanic.

They’re certainly entitled to think that, and they’re entitled to full respect for their opinions, but before I can live with other folks, I’ve got to live with myself.

The one thing that doesn’t abide by majority rule is a person’s conscience.

– Harper Lee

“Star Trek” was set in the Milky Way galaxy in the 23rd century, in a utopian future where divisions of race, gender and nationality have become concepts cast aside.

The stories take place aboard the starship Enterprise as it journeys on a five-year mission of scientific exploration and intergalactic diplomacy, zooming to distant planets in response to distress calls and confronting warmongering aliens.

The show’s spotlight fell primarily on Canadian actor William Shatner. He had trained as a Shakespearean actor but was willing to take whatever work came his way, including a stint

on “The Canadian Howdy Doody Show.” When Shatner moved to Hollywood, Roddenberry cast him as Captain James T. Kirk, the take-charge commander who guided the Enterprise and its crew.

Boston-born actor Leonard Nimoy spent years struggling for a breakout role in Hollywood, where he once delivered newspapers and drove a cab to make ends meet. By the time he joined the “Star Trek” cast, he had acted in more than 50 “B” movies and in minor roles on numerous TV shows. As emotionless and logically minded Mr. Spock on Star Trek,” Nimoy became al-

most as popular as Shatner’s Kirk character.

Spock, second in command on the Enterprise, was half-human, half-Vulcan.

(Vulcans were the first extraterrestrial species to make contact with humans.) His split-finger Vulcan salute became iconic, with most viewers unaware that the gesture was a Hebrew blessing that Nimoy conjured from his synagogue youth.

The series featured a groundbreaking, racially diverse cast, as well as American television’s first interracial kiss between Captain Kirk and Lieutenant Uhura (Nichelle Nichols). “Star Trek” never downplayed its “message” motifs concerning war, sex, religion, politics and racism. Yet the show’s ongoing theme seemed to consistently be that, in the end, good will triumph over evil.

As to cultural influences, consider that much of the “Star Trek” technology is commonplace now. Communication devices shown then are akin to today’s cell phones. Earpieces worn by Enterprise crew members have become today’s Bluetooth devices. Universal Translators are replicated by modern voice-recognition software. And “zoom” videoconferencing first appeared on Star Trek’s interactive video screens.

Who says that science fiction is fictitious?

Reflect upon your present blessings of which every man has many – not on your past misfortunes, of which all men have some.

– Charles Dickens

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5 ways to move past caregiver denial Denial is often a part of the grief process for caregivers as they struggle with a changing reality, whether due to an aging loved one’s cognitive decline or simply due to the change in lifestyle that caregiving often brings.

“For some people, denial is part of the grief process,” said Home Instead gerontologist and caregiver advocate Lakelyn Hogan, Ph.D. “Subconsciously, they know they are going to see their loved one decline — it’s called anticipatory grief — and denial helps buffer their feelings.”

Once family members have accepted their caregiver role, another type of denial may set in. “They think they can do it all alone,” Hogan said. “They cut themselves off from vital resources that could be helpful to them in their caregiving journey.”

1. Accept the personal losses Sometimes caregivers deny the reality of the situation because they fear losing their own freedom and having to drastically adjust their lifestyles.

“When you take away a loved one’s car keys, you worry they will resent you. But you need to find ways to get them where they want to go,” Hogan says. “The sooner you face it, however, the sooner you can find solutions that will work best for both of you.”

2. Join an online support group Caregivers often feel that attending a support group won’t fit in their schedule. “Up until the pandemic, there weren’t a lot of online support groups,” Hogan said. “But many Zoom and Facebook groups now

offer support and comfort right from your home.”

3. Discuss the future “Many caregivers avoid talking about the future,” Hogan said. “They think there will be time later.” But it’s vital to have those difficult family conversations, which should include legal considerations such as setting up a power of attorney. “Otherwise, caregivers may find themselves in a mess later on.”

4. Educate yourself If your loved one is living with dementia, Hogan suggests consulting reliable sources, such as the Alzheimer’s Association, to learn what you can expect as the disease progresses, as well as what they may be experiencing. Make sure to tune in to the individual. “For instance, if your loved one can’t handle noise and crowds,” she said, “skip the busy church service and opt for an online service instead.”

5. Hire respite care Many people initially deny that their family members need in-home care, such as the kind provided by Home Instead. “They say, ‘They’re not going to do half as good a job as I do, so why bother?’” Hogan said. “But once they step out in faith and try it, they’re often relieved and happy to have a break.”

Also, remember that guilt is often a normal part of the caregiving process. Grant yourself grace in acknowledging your emotions, both good and bad. And use the many resources that are available to help make the caregiving journey successful.

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The life & times of

Karen Baggerly

To her nursing colleagues: Be kind, smile, & keep the faith After more than 40 years with the Covenant Health system, Regional Chief Nursing Executive Karen Baggerly retired in January.

Baggerly started her career with Covenant Health in 1976 at Methodist Hospital as an overnight surgical intensive care RN. “I learned quickly how to care for trauma, neurosurgical, and cardiac surgery patients since Methodist was the community’s primary center at that time,” Baggerly said.

“We worked standard eight-hour schedules with one weekend off a month, so I also learned early that my co-workers were my family. Three years later I transferred to the day shift, eventually assuming the charge nurse role.”

Eventually, Baggerly’s hard work helped her earn the title of nurse manager, a position she called her favorite role.

“My career aspirations were never aimed toward administration,” Baggerly said. “I planned to become a CRNA (nurse anesthetist) eventually but fell in love with intensive care and its challenges. I also realized the importance of patient and family interactions in nursing, and I needed that. I became a nurse manager because I wanted to make a difference for those I worked with on the unit.

“I vowed never to forget the value of the direct caregiver in making decisions as a leader. Nor did I have aspirations to advance to nursing director or CNO (chief nursing officer) until the opportunities presented themselves.

Once again, I just hoped I could make a difference for my nursing colleagues and our practice at the bedside.”

Some advice Baggerly would give to her younger self is to look at the ‘big picture’ of health care early

in a career. It was that ‘big picture’ outlook that eventually helped her seek Magnet designation for Covenant Medical Center, a goal she achieved in August 2020.

A Magnet designated hos-

pital is a reflection of its nursing professionalism, teamwork, and superiority in patient care. The American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet Recognition Program distinguishes organizations that meet rigorous standards for nursing excellence.

The honor came in the midst of one of the greatest health care challenges in a century.

“A lot of joy and sadness these last two years for sure,” Baggerly said. “Reflecting on the impact of HIV/AIDS, it took several years for health care to recover and discover a new normal for care delivery.

Fortunately, we rebounded quicker after H1N1 and Ebola, but it still took time.

I’m sure the healing process post-pandemic will last several years.

“My greatest sorrow with the COVID pandemic is the detrimental impact it’s had on our caregivers and the downstream effect on staffing. I do sometimes feel a little guilty about retiring now when we have substantial challenges ahead, but I am confident that my successors will handle them with wisdom and courage.”

Baggerly said family obligations are a large part of why she chose now to retire.

She also wishes to eventually travel once COVID subsides but names her work family as one of the reasons why she stayed with the organization for as long as she has.

“I genuinely consider my colleagues my family, and it has been that way for 45 years,” Baggerly said. “I always had hope, even during the merger and subsequent mishaps, that nursing would continue to do the right thing for the patient. The mission (See Be kind, smile, Page 17)

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Bad pet breath can mean health issues

By Dr. Jay King, DVM (NAPSI)—By the age of three, 80% of dogs and 70% of cats show signs of dental disease. If your pet has smelly breath, it could be a warning sign. Pet parents might not know that bad breath is caused by harmful bacteria and can be an indicator of oral disease.

Harmful bacteria in the mouth can also work its way under the gum line, cause gum disease and get into the bloodstream. It gets worse.

Bacteria in the blood can

harm joints, damage organs, and lead to chronic disease.

Doctor’s advice As a veterinarian, I want you to know it’s important to be proactive when it comes to pets’ oral health, and how easy and affordable it can be to vastly improve it with an oral-care probiotic.

ProBiora3®, a proprietary blend of three beneficial bacteria strains, found only in ProBioraPet®, is all natural and packed with beneficial bacteria.

This abundance of “good

Christian Women to meet March 8 The Lubbock Christian Women’s Connection theme for the March 8 meeting is ‘Lucky Me To Know You!’ with Starlet Bell from Bryan, Texas, as the speaker.

A special feature will be a style show from Dillard’s, ‘Beautifully Molded.’

The luncheon, program and door prizes will be from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Lubbock Country Club, 3400 Mesa Drive.

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The blend also supports gum and tooth health, freshens breath and naturally whitens teeth. It’s been called the most comprehensive oral-care probiotics technology currently available in the pet oral healthcare market.

The scientific basis for the oral health benefits provided by these three strains of bacteria has been documented in numerous peer-reviewed

Pet parents can breathe easier when they protect their fur babies from bad-breath-causing bacteria.

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Is it time to get organized? 10 signs it is In your home Streamlining in your home to save space could help you stop clutter from taking over your space. Each room should have designated spaces for everything that belongs in the room. Here are signs you may have too much “stuff” in your home:  You planned to clear clutter and get organized for a while, but haven’t had time. You have more clothing and shoes in your home than can be worn in a specific season, and laundry has become overwhelming.  You have trouble finding items such as keys or other daily essentials frequently. You have multiple spaces where “stuff” consistently continues to accumulate.  You have a large My boss arrived at work in amount of items connected a brand-new Lamborghini. to memories or emotions I said, “Wow, that’s an amazing car!” He replied, that have taken up too much “If you work hard, put all space. your hours in, and strive for 3 tips to start getting excellence, I’ll get another organized one next year.”  Create a plan. Start the process by deciding which Medicaid fraud items are most meaningful drives up the cost to you and what you need for of health care your family’s daily routine.

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In your loved one’s home Here’s a list of significant changes that could indicate your parents may currently or soon need additional support streamlining or professional decluttering help:  You observe stacks of unpaid bills or late notices.  Your loved one has trouble finding important or daily use items.  Changes in housekeeping that indicate parents are having trouble with clutter.  Clutter is causing numerous safety concerns in the home, such as covering heat and air conditioning ducts or trip and fall hazards.  Clutter is leading to issues with disorganized medications, spoiled food in the fridge, lack of healthy food items, infestations, or mold.

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If your answer is yes, start clearing those items.  Dispose of broken and outdated items. In most cases, broken items are no longer useful or functional but a hazard. Be sure to discard

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The quintessential hippie-cowboy loner: Neil Young The Beatles had 20. Elvis Presley had 18. Michael Jackson—with and without his singing brethren—had 17. Had what? The answer is hit singles. And not just any successful releases but Number One winners that crowned the weekly Billboard Hot 100 list.

To most recording artists, earning such an achievement would be sublime. But Neil Young has never worried about having any of his 45s race up the sales charts. In fact, he was amazed—and not especially happy—when “Heart of Gold” soared to the top in the spring of 1972.

Young was born in Toronto, Canada, in November 1945, and moved to Winnipeg to spend his high school years playing the guitar in several rock bands.

He dropped out before

graduating and returned to Toronto, where he found work in local coffeehouses, singing folk and rock ‘n’ roll tunes in a quavering, melancholy voice. Sometimes, late at night and with the streets desserted, Neil trudged through the snow, wondering what to do next.

In time, he hooked up with a soon-to-fail rock band called the Mynah Birds. In the group were fellow guitarist Bruce Palmer and an African American bass player named James Johnson, Jr., who would achieve stardom later as Motown funk star Rick James.

Young and Palmer headed to California in a 1953 Pon-

tiac hearse. In Los Angeles, they fell in with two American musicians they had met in Canada: Stephen Stills and Richie Furay. Along with drummer Dewey Palmer, the

quintet found fame, fortune and respect as the folk-rock outfit Buffalo Springfield.

The name had come from an old steamroller they saw parked near their rented house.

But each of the talented band members proved mulishly stubborn in their diverse outlooks about the group’s long-term musical direction. They eventually

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For a while, Neil contributed to the musical output of the supergroup Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young.

As before, though, internal squabbles drove him away. He later signed as a solo act with Reprise Records, where he was granted artistic control.

Young’s million-selling 45 featured backup vocals by James Taylor and Linda Ronstadt. “Heart of Gold” was culled from Harvest, Neil’s fourth studio album. It was a disc that found the Canadian—once described as “the quintessential hippie-cowboy loner”—struggling to accept

his frustrations concerning relationships.

I want to live, I want to give I’ve been a miner for a heart of gold In the song, he admits that a lack of openness—and time slipping away—could be important reasons behind his problems.

It’s these expressions I never give That keeps me searching for a heart of gold And I’m getting old Young always cringed at the success of “Heart of Gold.” “This song put me in the middle of the road,” he once grumbled. “I’ve seen a few artists who’ve got hung up on the singles market when they’ve really been album people. If you’re wise, you stay with being what you really are.

Be kind, smile, & keep the faith (Continued from Page 12)

and I was proud and values of this organiza- that we cared for tion are embedded in me, those patients others would not.”

When it comes to her fellow caregivers, Baggerly has nothing but admiration for them all.

“Thanks for a great ride!” Baggerly said. “I have learned so much about life, faith, and compassion from all of you. To my supervisors, I know I wasn’t a model employee, but you gave me grace and encouragement. To my immediate team, you blessed me with amazing support, understanding, and “one more round” year after year.

“To my nursing colleagues, your dedication to quality and compassionate patient care made my job easy, thank you. I consider myself the luckiest person in the world for having had the opportunity to serve at Covenant for 45 years.

“Be kind to one another and smile, and most importantly, keep the faith.”

Roundtable to meet March 5

Spirit Halloween raised $50k plus for Covenant Children’s

“Hot Topics of the Lubbock Area” is the focus of the March 5 Roundtable meeting. Sheriff Kelly Rowe will be the guest speaker.

The meeting is at Hillcrest Country Club from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost is $20.

Extra donations to the Texas Tech Honors College Scholarship Fund are always welcome.

RSVP to Marie Evans, mevans1398@aol.com.

Covenant Children’s received more than $50,000 from Spirit Halloween from the annual Spirit of Children fundraiser.

Each year this campaign raises money from generous shoppers across the South Plains and has awarded Covenant Children’s almost $200,000. One hundred percent of local donations remain in Lubbock.

Janet Mlynski, regional zone manager for Spirit Halloween, presented a check to Covenant Children’s for $52,296.

With this donation, Covenant Children’s can continue to fund a child life specialist position for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and develop the program for a facility therapy dog.

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River Smith’s first opened in 1976 in a small a-frame building on E. Parkway Dr. Since 2000 they have been located at 406 Ave. Q. They are still family owned and famous for catfish. I’m told this fabulous fish is shipped here from Mississippi to the amount of 1,500 lbs. a week! Although well known for their seafood, they also offer chicken, burgers, steaks, sandwiches, etc.

I will list their extensive menu according to categories.

There are 14 starters and a special soup for each weekday. My favorite will have to be Thursday’s Creamy Chicken Poblano; what’s not to love? There are 7 monster size salads, and, if Cajun is your preference, the choices are four blackened, one chicken, two fish and one shrimp.

Among the 14 fish and seafood choices are clams, crab, and oyster. Three heart healthy choices are included.

With the 11 chicken choices, two include heart healthy items, and even liver and gizzards are offered.

Combos – there are eight seafood, chicken, and fish listed.

Having a party? You may find that the “Family Packs” will fit your needs. The three selections will feed up to seven which includes eight choices of sides. Depending on the number of servings, a “Pack” could be doubled or tripled. Tea or lemonade

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The burger enthusiasts have six choices and even a Hawaiian Burger. On the sandwiches list are two chicken, two catfish, one deluxe whitefish, and the all-time favorite – BBQ. The three steaks listed are Chicken Fried Steak, Chicken, Steak Fingers, or a Charbroiled Patty.

Believe it or not, there are 16 sides! Some can be ordered either large or small. All menu items listed above come with fries, or for an additional 50 cents, onion rings could be substituted.

Besides tea or lemonade by the gallon, other sizes are listed. Besides the usual iced tea, you may want to try the peach, coconut, or green tea flavors.

Last, but not least, don’t forget desserts. The eight choices include everyone’s favorite, Red Velvet Cake.

Dinner consisted of fried zucchini, fresh-cut onion rings, and the most delicious, colossal button mushrooms.

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What’s really at the heart of dental health?

(NAPSI)—What’s the way to someone’s heart?

You may be surprised to learn the answer could be “dental health.” As the gateway to your body and all its major organs, including the heart, your oral health can also be a good indicator of your overall health.

This interconnectivity of our bodies is one reason Delta Dental of Washington has teamed with the American Heart Association’s Healthy for Good movement to promote healthy smiles and healthy hearts.

The commonly followed rule is to visit the doctor once a year for a check-up and take a seat in the dentist’s chair every six months for an exam and cleaning. Because of this, dentists are often your first line of defense in spotting issues by examining their patient’s mouth, head and neck.

The vast majority — more than 90 percent — of common diseases show themselves through oral symptoms that dentists can detect. Heart disease — as well as anemia, diabetes, immune deficiency, and kidney failure — often have early oral warning signs.

For instance, jaw pain, gum inflammation and sensitivity, loose teeth, receding or bleeding gums, and pain with chewing can all be indicators of cardiovascular disease, but these warning signs do not necessarily mean an individual has cardiovascular disease.

Heart disease’s most common manifestation, coronary artery disease, is caused by a plaque called atherosclerosis, which is made from cholesterol and fat. When left untreated, this plaque builds up and is cause for serious concern. That same

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The importance of discussing inheritance with your heirs As you finalize estate plans and decide how you’ll distribute your fortune, it will benefit everyone involved to open lines of communication with presumed heirs.

You’ve achieved a level of financial success that allows you to share your wealth with the ones you love. Of course, substantial inheritances are a generous gesture that also carry great responsibility.

Having a series of conversations with your heirs – to openly discuss the transfer of wealth and what expectations come along with it – will

make sure everyone is on the same page.

Oftentimes, your children have questions, too, but money (especially large sums) feels like a taboo topic. They don’t want to seem greedy, for example.

Give them permission to better understand your hopes for your family’s future.

Here’s what you should consider as you plan the conversation.

Who? It’s best for transparency to include all involved parties in a group conversation, but you know the dynamics of your family best. You

may opt to have one-on-one discussions first to discuss details with individual heirs, then get the family together to touch on wider topics, like division of future caregiving responsibilities or carrying on certain values with the inheritance.

Consider bringing in your advisor so your family cannot only meet them but also feel comfortable asking any financial questions that arise over time.

What?

Consider what needs to be said to your children before you set a meeting. Most important is to address exactly what’s being gifted and what’s not. Some other common threads are intentions for your wealth and how family changes may affect the inheritance.

If wealth is being distributed unequally or you’ve decided all or some of your wealth will be donated to charity, it may be uncomfortable to talk about – but this just means it needs to be discussed. Make a to-do

list so it doesn’t feel overwhelming and write out discussion points so you can rest assured you’ve covered everything.

Where?

Have the initial inheritance conversation with your heirs in person, if possible.

For meetings to review documentation, for example, you may want to consider inviting your heirs to your advisor’s or lawyer’s office.

A neutral location can help put everyone at ease.

Just make sure it’s not public and it’s conducive to candid, potentially emotional and lengthy, conversations.

When?

Putting off difficult conversations is all too common, but it’s important to talk to your family about the plans for your estate well before something happens. If you think plans may change over the years (and they often do), you can let your heirs know you’ll keep an open line of communication as your wishes and circumstances evolve.

But, if you start the discussions early, at least your children will feel comfortable coming to you with questions as time goes on.

They’ll also be more prepared to jump in and assist with caretaking duties or financial matters if the need arises.

Why? Financial wealth is only one part of the conversation, so it’s important to have a meaningful dialogue with your heirs about your wishes as you age. It allows you to express your expectations for your family to honor your legacy after you’re gone.

And it also gives heirs the opportunity to plan for their own financial future and to prepare for executing your estate once it’s time. Having these deep conversations often strengthens relationships and reinforces family values.

How? You don’t want to surprise your heirs by springing the inheritance conversation on them unexpectedly. The topic (See Inheritance, Page 22)

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‘Celebrate the Arts’ at the 2022 LHUCA Gala LHUCA’s annual Celebrating the Arts Gala is the center’s largest fundraising event of the year.

The event on April 23 at the LHUCA Plaza, 511 Ave. K, will feature a silent auction with artwork and other items to bid on, a lively live auction, a sit-down dinner, open bar, and afterparty with a DJ and dancing.

The gala will begin at 6 p.m. with the after party at 9 p.m.

Individual tickets are $325, and table of 8 is $2,500.

All proceeds support LHUCA’s mission to cultivate and celebrate the arts by inspiring creativity and engaging with the community.

Email Lerica.Jones@lhuca.org or call 806-762-8606 for tickets.

Inheritance (Continued from Page 20)

warrants a meeting (or series of them) that is solely focused on discussing your plans as you age, from financial matters to desired living arrangements and caretaking responsibilities.

Support your conversations with any documents you may have, like legal paperwork and insurance policies, and provide your family members with the contact information of your estate planning team for when they’ll need it later on.

Remember, your advisor is there to support you in the conversations you have around transferring your wealth.

By opening the lines of communication earlier rather than later, you’ll ensure your family understands the legacy you want to leave behind with your generosity.

Zach Holtzman Financial Advisor

• Congregate and Home Delivered Meals • Benefits Counseling • Medicare Part D Assistance Program, Application for Medicare Saving Program, Low Income Subsidy (Extra Help with Prescription Drugs) • Caregiver Support Services • Information, Referral and Assistance • Services for seniors in the community: Eye Exams, Hearing Aids, Residential Repair, Adult Day Care, Medical Transportation, Prescription Assistance, Respite, Medical Alert System

Partial funding by the Health & Human Service Commission

Golden Gazette • March 2022 • Page 23

By Garrison Institute on Aging

Hopefully, we have all survived the Super Bowl, mask mandates, booster shots, and are ready for March Madness as well as preparing for Spring. Oh, and do not forget Daylight Savings Time begins March 13, the spring forward time.

March 17 is St. Patrick’s Day. The impact of the COVID spread is still upon us, but it looks like we are making positive progress.

Help Wanted RSVP is assisting nonprofits across the county.

Several locations need your help. Among those are the local hospitals, Catholic Charities, and area museums.

Most have a selection of services you can provide that meet your time and talents.

Contact the RSVP office at rsvp@ttuhsc.edu or 806-7437787 for more information.

Stocking Project The Stocking Project has started back up. This service provides 4,000 stockings and assorted items to servicemen stationed overseas. If you have material (including denim), ribbon, craft glue, and paint that you no longer need, you can drop them off at the RSVP office.

Smarter ways to give The Care Partner Academy will be hosting its monthly session. Russell N. James III, J.D., Ph.D, CFP, Texas

TEXAS TECH HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER

Tech University will present “Smarter Ways to Give – Top Tax Tips for 2022.”

He will explore the new regulations to the tax code and strategies for giving and ways to avoid income, capital gains, estate, and gift taxes. The sessions will begin March 8 at noon. The ZOOM link is https://ttuhsc. zoom.us/j/93712419544.

What’s that Spot?

The Healthy Aging Lecture continues as Michelle Tarbox, M.D., Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, presents “Spot Check, What’s that Spot?”

Changes in your skin are often the first signs of skin cancer. With early detection, this is often a treatable issue with a positive outcome.

Not all melanomas share the same symptoms, and it is important to get expert advice.

Join us on ZOOM at https://ttuhsc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Xq6DO3X4Ti2WMAw_JX5ATA, or contact the office, and we can send the code to via email for easy access. The presentation is March 23 at 3pm. For more information, call 806-743-7821.

Stressbusters is coming!

The staff members at GIA have completed training on this program. It is an evidenced-based program offering you support and education you need to help

take care of yourself and your loved one(s).

During this training you will learn about stress and its effects, how to practice stress management techniques, and develop problem-solving skills. If you would like to learn more about this program, contact the office at 806-743-7787. We are here to help you and the community.

Did you know?

• Sloths can hold their breath longer than dolphins can.

Sloths up to 40 minutes, dolphins ~10 minutes • A woman was elected to Congress before women could vote.

Jeanette Rankin was elected 1916, women’s right to vote in 1920.

• Lake Superior is called superior for a reason.

It is the largest freshwater lake in the world.

• The U.S. does not have an official language.

The federal government has never declared an official language.

• Americans are the most generous country in the world.

U.S. tallies the most charitable donations, volunteer hours, and reaching out to those in need.

No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. ~Aesop

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Cherry Oatmeal Muffins Ingredients

• 4 large eggs • 2 tablespoons vanilla extract • 1 cup brown sugar, packed • 2 cups frozen tart cherries, pitted • ¾ cup chopped walnuts • 7 cups old fashioned oats • 1¼ teaspoon salt • 4 teaspoon baking powder • ¾ cup golden flax seed, ground • 2 tablespoons cinnamon • 1 tablespoon Nutmeg • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated • 3½ cup unsweetened coconut or almond milk

Instructions

1. Grease two muffin tins with cooking oil. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

2. In a large bowl, mix eggs, vanilla, and brown sugar until combined. Stir in cherries and walnuts.

3. In another bowl, mix oats, salt, baking powder, flax seed, cinnamon, nutmeg, and fresh ginger.

4. Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and stir to combine. Pour in milk and stir until well mixed.

5. Portion about ¼ cup batter into each muffin cup.

1. Compliment three people every day.

2. Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

3. Be the first to say, “Hello.”

4. Live beneath your means.

5. Treat everyone like you want to be treated.

6. Never give up on anyone. Miracles happen.

7. Forget the Joneses.

8. Never deprive someone of hope. It may be all he has.

9. Pray not for things, but for wisdom and courage.

10. Be tough-minded but tenderhearted.

11. Be kinder than necessary.

12. Don’t forget, a person’s greatest emotional need is to feel appreciated.

13. Keep your promises.

14. Learn to show cheerfulness even when you don’t feel like it.

15. Remember that overnight success usually takes about 15 years.

16. Leave everything better than you found it.

17. Remember that winners do what losers don’t want to do.

18. When you arrive at your job in the morning, let the first thing you say brighten everyone’s day.

19. Don’t rain on other people’s parades.

6. Bake 30-35 minutes, or until center of muffins are set. Remove muffins from oven and allow to rest 5 minutes before removing from tins to cool. These freeze perfectly in freezer bags and make a quick, nutritious, breakfast when reheated in the microwave.

7. Serving Suggestion: These muffins are quite versatile. Enjoy cut in half and toasted, or as a steaming hot bowl of oatmeal in seconds!

For a delicious bowl of

oatmeal, place 2 muffins in a small bowl to heat for 30 seconds in the microwave.

Remove muffins from mi-

crowave, break apart with a fork, and cover with milk before heating an additional 20 seconds.

Funding by Newby Family

“Smarter Ways to GiveTop Tax Tips for 2022" Russell N. James III, J.D., Ph.D., CFP School of Financial Planning Texas Tech University

Tuesday, March 8 at Noon

Available by computer, tablet or phone via ZOOM https://ttuhsc.zoom.us/j/93712419544