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4th 1st Friday Art Trail 5th Roundtable
Be kind, smile, & keep the faith
(Continued from Page 12) and values of this organization are embedded in me,
Roundtable to meet March 5
“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. and I was proud that we cared for 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.”
Spirit Halloween raised $50k plus for Covenant Children’s
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.
Page 18 • March 2022 • Golden Gazette A delicious dinner from old faithful
River Smith’s first opened in 1976 in a small a-frame building on E. Parkway Dr. Since 2000 they have been located at 406Ave. 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 could be ordered by the gallon with any order.
The under-12 crowd is not forgotten. There are six favorites for them to choose from and a small drink and fries are included.
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. Our order included their Flagship Catfish Dinner, complete with fries, cole slaw, and made-from-scratch tartar sauce. Everything was delivered on time with Door Dash. Until next time, Cathy Easter
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Golden Gazette • March 2022 • Page 19 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 fi rst 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 defi ciency, 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 build-up is the leading cause of heart attacks.
Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, begins as an infl ammatory gum infection called gingivitis. This is also due to a buildup of plaque, but on teeth and gums in the form of a sticky fi lm of bacteria. 2 ways to read the Golden Gazette:While gingivitis progresses and develops, if left untreated, it may advance to periodontitis, where plaque In Print & Online perches in small pockets beneath the Pick up a print edition gum line and bone loss occurs. The Connection Although the diseases deal with at any of our 100+ locations throughout Lubbock or go online to diff erent types of plaque, research www.WordPub.com studies have found links between un- click on “Seniors” treated periodontitis and an increased click on “Golden Gazette” risk of heart infection due to the infl ammatory responses of the body. choose a ‘pdf version’
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can be simple. If you know the warning signs of gum disease, you can address it before it advances to periodontitis. Maintaining healthy habits and nutritious diet choices also contribute to your oral and heart health. “Your dentist plays an important role in detecting early signs of serious health conditions in the mouth, as well as conditions that aff ect the whole body,” said Nadia Fugate, DMD, a licensed dentist who
serves as a Delta Dental of Washington dental consultant. “These conditions might go undetected until health problems are advanced. When you see your dentist twice a year for checkups and practice daily oral hygiene, you and your dentist can be partners in prevention.” Seeing your dentist regularly to reduce plaque can help stop these health issues in their tracks. Think of your dentist as a disease detecYour smile could say something important about your heart. tive. If you neglect your oral health, you could be neglecting your overall health as well.
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Page 20 • March 2022 • Golden Gazette 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
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Page 22 • March 2022 • Golden Gazette ‘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
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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.
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Garrison Institute on Aging TEXAS TECH HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER
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 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.
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Page 24 • March 2022 • Golden Gazette
Cherry Oatmeal Muffi ns
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 fl ax seed, ground • 2 tablespoons cinnamon • 1 tablespoon Nutmeg • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated • 3½ cup unsweetened coconut or almond milk
Instructions
1. Grease two muffi n 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, fl ax 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 muffi n cup.
6. Bake 30-35 minutes, or until center of muffi ns are set. Remove muffi ns 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 muffi ns 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 muffi ns in a small bowl to heat for 30 seconds in the microwave. Remove muffi ns from microwave, break apart with a fork, and cover with milk before heating an additional 20 seconds.
1. Compliment three people every day. 2. Watch a sunrise at least once a year. 3. Be the fi rst 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 fi rst thing you say brighten everyone’s day. 19. Don’t rain on other people’s parades.
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