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It is our position that the recent news criticizing the Transportation Security Administration’s change in airport security protocols is misplaced whining by a small minority of Americans.

By way of contrast, it is important to remind ourselves of that which truly violates our rights as U.S. citizens. Sitting at one’s desk on a crisp September morning and suddenly finding oneself trapped in a burning building with no hope of escape is a violation. Going on a business trip and having one’s plane overtaken and steered into the ground is a violation. Losing one’s family members and one’s sense of security as a nation is a violation.

It is disheartening just how quickly Americans lost perspective on what constitutes a true violation of liberty – physical security measures are vastly overshadowed by the loss of personal safety. Through steadfast vigilance, we voluntarily rely on the government to be best informed of the threats that exist to keep us safe.

Given that many want to kill Americans (and are making careers of it), it is disrespectful to the memory of those Americans killed Sept. 11, 2001 to consider enhanced airport security protocols a violation.

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It is our position that, while airport security screening methods are necessary to deter terrorism in our skies, a free society should have the right to debate the effectiveness of said methods. Since 9/11, the flying public has dutifully complied with ever-changing TSA rules and regulations.

The collective mantra was “whatever it takes to keep us safe.” Yet Americans are reacting with a firestorm of protest to the full body scans and enhanced pat downs, crying “don’t touch my junk” instead of “don’t tread on me.” American security protocols in the interest of public safety have crossed the line into personal intrusiveness. Groping doesn’t qualify as sexual assault if performed by a TSA agent at the airport.

Judging from the public outcry, a fundamental line has been crossed – individual liberty vs. government intrusion. By contrast, Israel uses the security protocols of behavioral profiling and preflight intelligence, and that nation has been terrorist-free in its airspace since 1986. Israel’s airline security methods target viable, potential terrorists, rather than compromising the liberty of 3-year-olds and grandmothers. Questions of liberty deserve thoughtful answers rather than government threats of fines and incarceration.

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Every week, we will print a portion of the U.S. Constitution, followed by a portion of the Indiana Constitution. We encourage you to benchmark government policies against these bedrock documents. Today: the Indiana Constitution.

ARTICLE 4. Legislative. Section 11. Two-thirds of each House shall constitute a quorum to do business; but a smaller number may meet, adjourn from day to day, and compel the attendance of absent members. A quorum being in attendance, if either House fail to effect an organization within the first five days thereafter, the members of the House so failing, shall be entitled to no compensation, from the end of the said five days until an organization shall have been effected.

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Section 13. The doors of each House, and of Committees of the Whole, shall be kept open, except in such cases, as, in the opinion of either House, may require secrecy.

Section 14. Either House may punish its members for disorderly behavior, and may, with the concurrence of two-thirds, expel a member; but not a second time for the same cause.

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Despite the lack of a permanent home or even adequate space during the past several years, Civic is still regarded as one of the premier community theaters in the United States, and next fall that theater will be in our backyard, with greater resources at its disposal.

I only took one semester of economics at Indiana University, so I won’t even speculate how Civic’s move might impact Hamilton County financially. But I do believe that, from an identity standpoint, this upcoming relocation could be huge.

Many people around the state may still think of Hamilton County as little more than the affluent outskirts of Indianapolis, but this move of a well-known Indianapolis organization to Hamilton County definitely works to further distinguish this county from the capital city.

In this case, Indy’s loss is our gain, and though Civic will be making Carmel its new home, the change shouldn’t go unnoticed throughout the rest of the county.

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By Kevin Kane In this issue of Current in Noblesville, you can read about the Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre’s upcoming move to Carmel’s underconstruction Center for the Performing Arts and the positive impact that relocation will make on the theater’s on-stage product.

The Civic will call Carmel home beginning with its 2011-2012 season, but this change is being discussed in your newspaper, Current in Noblesville. Why? Because the Civic Theatre will be an asset to all of Hamilton County – not just Carmel.

This is not just another community theater; out of more than 70 in the state, Civic is Indiana’s largest and one of the 10 largest active community theaters in the country. Like Ron Burgundy in “Anchorman,” Civic is kind of a big deal.

The theater has made the best of a far less than ideal situation during its temporary stint at Marian University. Since 2004, Civic’s stay at the school has left the theater out of space and forced to get creative in order to properly present its productions. For example, the small stage and low ceilings where Civic performs hampered its crews’ ability to use and easily change between a number of various sets throughout each production. But Civic adapted, creating a

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DISPATCHES » Open house – Janus Developmental Services, Inc., 1555 Westfield Blvd, Noblesville, will host a public open house titled “New Year – New Beginning” is open to the public. The evening will include a performance by the Noblesville Symphony Orchestra, a Christmas tree lighting and a tour of the Janus facility. It will take place Dec. 23 from 5 to 8 p.m. For more information, contact Heather at hkrisher@ janus-inc.org or 773-8781 ext. 105. » Donations needed – The Noblesville Fire Department is in the final days of collecting donations for this year’s Christmas Food and Toy Drive. The need is greatest for new, unwrapped toys; however, the Fire Department is also requesting canned goods, non-perishable food items, and monetary donations (checks are preferred—made payable to the Noblesville Fire Department Legacy Fund).

Donations will be accepted at any of the Noblesville fire stations until this Friday. » Santa House hours – The Santa House at the courthouse square will be open this weekend: Thursday, 5 to 8 p.m. and 1 to 5 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday.

For more information, call 776-6367. » Free parking downtown – As an incentive to promote downtown holiday shopping, Mayor John Ditslear announced that parking in the metered city hall lot will be free during the month of December. The lot is located just one block away from the courthouse square. » Road closure – As part of the ongoing construction of a pedestrian bridge over Morse Reservoir, Carrigan Road between Hague Road and Schulley Road will be closed Dec. 22 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., weather permitting. This closure will allow for the installation of the main bridge span over the Morse channel. Final completion of trails and restoration for the project is scheduled for early spring 2011. For more information, visit www. cityofnoblesville.org or call 776-6330. » A Night in Bethlehem – Emmanuel United Methodist Church will present A Night in Bethlehem, a family event for the whole community, on Dec. 11 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. The event will feature many hands-on activities and provide an opportunity for families to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas. For more information, call 773-4406 or visit www. emmanuelumc.org.

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The only occasion worth dressing up for …

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By Danielle Wilson So last Friday, after I had gotten the kids off to school, I headed upstairs to get ready for my day. I showered, shaved my legs and brushed my teeth. I touched up my toenail polish and took extra care with my makeup and hair. I then spent a good 10 minutes deciding on the perfect outfit, including underwear that actually matched and classic pearl accessories. I left the house with plenty of time to spare to ensure punctuality, and I even remembered to pack a book in case I had to wait.

No, I didn’t have a hot lunch date with Doo, nor was I headed to an important job interview or meeting. I wasn’t even speaking at a mommies group or even shopping at Clay Terrace.

Isn’t it obvious? I was all dolled up for the only thing that truly calls for taking my personal appearance to the max: my annual OB/GYN appointment!

I don’t know why, but for some reason I feel the need to be beautiful on this most special of occasions. Part of it, sure, is the knowledge that I will be mostly naked and in stirrups in front

of a male doctor and his nurse. I mean, I don’t want them talking about my personal hygiene problems after I’ve left! Can you imagine! The other part is that my physician is my age and fairly good-looking. I’m certain I’d feel differently if he resembled a geriatric warthog.

Ooh, I know! Maybe my Darwinian instincts are to blame! They pushed me to be the prettiest, most in-shape mother of four he saw that day, so that in the off chance that Doo and most of the male population of North America bit it, my OB would choose me. No, probably not.

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to the awkwardness of these kinds of situations.

And who can blame me? When you’ve been married for 14 years to the same man and are expected to subject yourself to some fairly compromising positions in the company of another man, you’ve got to use every trick in the book to inspire self-confidence. For me, that’s taking the time to make myself feel gorgeous. My other survival technique is to babble nonstop about the most inane topics during the exam, which of course is just a futile attempt to distract myself from what is happening. Like anyone could possibly ignore a cold steel speculum up the hoo-ha! Hel-lo!

I suppose I should feel sorry for Doo; I go to all this trouble for my physician but rarely for him. (And right now some marriage shrink is emailing me their contact info.) But that’s just because I already know how much he loves me, hairy legs and all. Peace out.

Danielle Wilson is a Carmel resident and contributing columnist.

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Why is that song stuck in my head?

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By Jenna Larson Do you ever get a song stuck in your head and it just annoys you to no end? And you think, “How did that even get there?”

Well, this morning I woke up with the “Elmo’s World” song from Sesame Street stuck in my head. Playing over and over. In Elmo’s squeaky little voice.

Believe me, I haven’t watched that show in a very long time. Seriously, I swear.

I’ve also noticed that when I’m listening to my iPod while I’m cleaning my room, doing laundry or driving, the song that gets stuck in my head is always the last one I listened to.

Fall Out Boy. Ke$ha. Selena Gomez. Pretty much everything.

Sometimes, it’ll even be a song I absolutely despise. But I can’t help it. It’s just there. I’ll try desperately to start mentally playing something else, but it doesn’t matter.

Other times, it’s the radio’s fault. I’ll be driving, listening to the radio, and some Black Eyed Peas comes on. Ew. Sorry, can’t stand ‘em.

So I’ll switch the station. Justin Timberlake?

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school or wherever it is that I’m going, that stupid Black Eyed Peas song will be stuck in my head.

That’s not even fair! How does that happen?

The absolute worst is when it’s a really raunchy song. “Bad Girlfriend,” anyone?

I want to sing it, but I have to keep in mind who will hear it. Little sister? Bad idea. Teachers? Worse idea. Friends? Perfect.

I blame Bo Burnham. I love his music, just not when I can’t get it out of my head. And it’s become quite the issue since I put “Words Words Words” on my iPod. I’ll randomly get a couple lines stuck in my head that play on a loop. Endlessly. It’s especially bad when I’m trying to take a quiz and I just want to write about “hungry hungry hypocrites.” Sigh.

Anyway, I don’t have any advice on how to cure this. If you do, please feel free to tell me.

I just thought I’d let you know … you’re not alone. I think songs invade everyone’s heads. I hope for your sake it’s something bearable.

Jenna Larson is a junior at Noblesville High School and is opinions editor for The Mill Stream.

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By Krista Bocko I’m looking at the calendar and I see there are only (gasp!) 18 shopping days left until Christmas.

I may start to panic at some point, but nah, not yet, because I’m keeping it simple. That is always my goal, but it does take conscious effort to not be swayed by savvy marketing and incessant whispers of more, more, more!

But wait. Doing, buying, and having less is the goal, so that’s what I’m trying to keep in mind. One of the books I read this year was “The Story of Stuff” by Annie Leonard (www. storyofstuff.com), which breaks down our overconsumption and its resulting effect on us and our planet.

Considering that landfill waste increases considerably after Thanksgiving, here are some questions and eco-conscious ideas for a holiday season that treads more lightly on the Earth.

How will your consumption affect your enjoyment of the season? Will buying new ornaments/snowman sweaters/reindeer antlers for every family member really enhance your

holiday? Can your kids still have a happy Christmas without a Pillow Pet™?

When out shopping, bring your own bags.

Having reusable bags that you can tuck in your purse or coat pocket makes it easy, and they hold so much more. Take your reusable mug, too, for the inevitable coffee shop stop.

Buy green, buy local, buy used, buy handmade, buy sustainable. Check out www.etsy. com for artisan wares.

Consider gifting not just “stuff” but experiences. How about music lessons, art lessons, theater tickets, sporting event tickets and museum memberships?

Use less wrapping and packaging. Reuse gift wrap, or wrap in kraft paper, which can be reused and then recycled, and reuse those gift bags we all collect.

After the holidays, recycle your real Christmas tree (more on that in another column).

Krista Bocko lives in “Old Town” Noblesville with her husband and four children. She can be reached via her blog at www.cachetwrites. com.

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This isn’t an either/or world Commentary

By Brenda Alexander Saying our national dialogue is polarized is an oxymoron. A dialogue assumes an exchange of ideas; polarization is separating things into opposites. You can’t exchange and separate at the same time. A polarized dialogue is no dialogue at all.

We are currently aggressively not dialoguing on way too many important national issues!

Dissecting “oxymoron” can actually shed light on this problem. “Oxy” means having oxygen… aka being windy… aka windbag. Therefore “moron” would be the person acting as a windbag. Right?

To illustrate, let’s look at an academic debate: Nature vs. Nurture. At its most simplistic, this argument is about blaming our parents. Stick with me…. If nature (genes) determines human behavior, we blame them for passing us evil genes. If nurture is the determinant, we blame them for not loving us properly.

Taken to its logical extreme, “nature” results in predetermination. Genes determine everything from eye color to how we react to stress.

We have no control of our lives. We are simply automatons acting out a prewired program.

Nurture, on the other hand, allows us con-

trol, but takes away our scapegoat (except our parents).

I present this debate simplistically to emphasize that we do not live in an either/or world.

Colored contacts trump nature. Poor nutrition (nurture) trumps genetic potential. The right answer is that both nature and nurture are significant.

Our televised national debate seems more interested in winning arguments by ruthlessly demolishing the opposition. The only exchange is punches. If we can put aside our pugilistic approach and incorporate the best of the opposing side into our world view, our world view will become stronger, more adaptable, and yes, actually closer to an objective truth.

I like being a windbag. I like having a punching bag. I love having a scapegoat. But I don’t want to be blamed by my children for leaving all these messes for them. No amount of nurturing will buy me their forgiveness.

Brenda Alexander is a freelance writer and resident of Noblesville. You can contact her at AlexanderInk@ comcast.net.

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Concert to benefit child with cerebral palsy

By Kevin Kane Current in Noblesville An innovative program in Florida could help five year old James Spray, who has cerebral palsy, strengthen his body and improve mobility. But Spray and his family first must find a way to pay for the therapy.

That’s why Redeeming Love Church of Noblesville has stepped up to help. Currently, Spray has less than half of the $6,000 needed to enter the Innovative Children’s Therapy program, so Redeeming Love has organized a Dec. 18 benefit concert for Spray in hopes of raising enough to cover the rest of the cost.

Work on the event began about six weeks ago, not long after Redeeming Love Associate Pastor Tina Fleenor saw a Facebook post made by her longtime friend and Noblesville resident, Lisa Anderson. In the post, Anderson, Spray’s aunt, described the potential benefits this program could provide her nephew as well as the challenging task of raising the necessary funds, and Fleenor told her friend that the church would find a way to help.

“Lisa said she started crying when I told her,” Fleenor said.

For the last month and a half, Fleenor has been volunteering her time to plan and organize the event. The Christian band The Tribe of Judea will perform for the two-hour event. There will be no charge for admission, but free-will donations will be accepted. Additionally, items such as fireless candles and baked goods will be

Spray sold, and Fleenor said she is currently contacting local business in hopes that some will donate items for a raffle.

All proceeds collected will go towards Spray’s enrollment in the therapy program. With transportation, room and board being provided

by Spray’s relatives in Florida, the amount of money needed to be raised isn’t significant, but the impact of this program could be, Fleenor said, as it could allow Spray to sit, stand and even walk on his own.

“We’re just praying that people come and we can raise at least $300 or $400,” she said.

The event will last from 7 to about 9 p.m. at Redeeming Love Church, 1950 Conner Street, Noblesville. Checks can be made out to Innovative Children’s Therapy for the benefit of James Spray and can be sent to Giving James a Chance, 176 W. Logan Street #219, Noblesville, IN 46060. For more information, call Fleenor at 437-0675.

Historic homes of Noblesville Location: 1408 Logan St. Owners: Marty and Cathy Deafenbaugh (since 2006) Style and history: This two-story wood-frame Victorian home was likely built by Charles M. and Mattie Carlin around 1894. A small balcony overlooks a larger first-floor porch on the front of the home. During the 1930s, the home was subdivided into two apartments, one upstairs and one downstairs. The home was returned to a single-family residence in the early 1970s What are your favorite features? Marty’s favorite feature is the upstairs sleeping porch with built-in beds, and Cathy’s favorite is the master bath that originally was a kitchen, then a laundry room, and now is a roomy bathroom with an adjoining laundry room.

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“We spent 6 months renovating our house before moving in and we were so fortunate to have found a local Noblesville contractor, MacInnis Construction and Design, to help us realize our vision. We took up the carpeting and refinished the original floors, which are really beautiful and in great shape, stripped wallpaper and painted the entire house, putting up crown molding

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in most of the rooms. We added a small back porch and replaced the driveway as our last projects to date, whew! We think we are finished with projects for awhile!”

What do you like about this area/neighborhood? “We love our neighborhood and the proximity to downtown Noblesville with all the great shops and restaurants. We are so happy to have found our historic and beautiful home near downtown Noblesville.”

Carol Ann Schweikert contributed the home research. See www. noblesvillepreservation.com for more information or visit Noblesville Preservation Alliance on Facebook.

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After losing their jobs, many Noblesville residents are now working for themselves

By Brenda Alexander Current in Noblesville During the past few years, many people who had worked in one industry for decades have unexpectedly lost their paychecks as a result of the recession or unforeseen circumstances, and the question of where to go from there could sometimes be a difficult one to answer.

Facing this dilemma head-on, two lifelong Noblesville residents, Rick Heflin and Kevin Heffernan, chose to stop relying on someone else’s paycheck and started relying on their own ingenuity.

Until recently, both Heflin and Heffernan worked in metal fabrication and welding in the automation industry as bowl builders. The “bowls” help feed parts to automated assembly lines. Between them, they had 70 years of industry experience.

But both were forced to leave this industry: Heflin was laid off and Heffernan had to leave because of health issues. Since their departures, however, both have taken the best of their experiences as welders and used them to forge new careers and new self identities.

A budding entrepreneur, Heflin launched his business I’ll Clean Your Can four weeks ago in Noblesville. Using his skills as a welder and three decades of problem solving, he designed a machine that fits into

they just needed an opportunity Noblesville Chamber of Commerce President Sharon McMahon said she has seen an increase in Noblesville residents becoming entrepreneurs in recent years.

She said she wouldn’t call this a trend, though. Instead, she said the change is likely a result of people who have had aspirations of owning their own businesses suddenly having the opportunity to do so after layoffs forced them out of work.

After losing his previous job, Rick Heflin used his welding skills to design a machine that pressure washes, sanitizes and deodorizes trashcans while still fitting inside his van.

Health issues forced Kevin Heffernan out of work, so he turned his love of guitars into his primary source of income. His business, KLH Custom Relics, creates custom guitars made from vintage materials.

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his customized van and pressure washes, sanitizes, and deodorizes trashcans. The clean and dirty water tanks are self-contained.

“It’s environmentally cleaner than attempting to wash them yourself,” Heflin said, adding that the process is far more effective, too.

After surgery five years ago, Heffernan couldn’t return to a stressful career. ‘There was no place for me to go. Who would hire me with a heart condition?” he said.

Drawing on his love for guitars, he decided to expand his existing side business, KLH Custom Relics. Starting with blanks, Heffernan creates unique guitars made from the finest vintage materials including real Bakelite pick guards and Formica tops, giving the guitars a vintage look and sound. Utilizing his welding skills, he has made several metal guitars as well as a branding iron he uses to sign his creations.

To date, Heffernan has built 130 custom guitars that can be found everywhere from the Grand Ole Opry to the Netherlands.

But neither he nor Heflin would be in their respective positions today without first facing unfortunate circumstances.

Noblesville Chamber of Commerce President Sharon McMahon said Heflin and Heffernan are just two of many Noblesville and Hamilton County residents

who have recently delved into entrepreneurship after first losing their jobs. She said she has seen the number of small business owners in the city increase and attributes that to some people suddenly having less to lose.

“There are plenty of people who have thought about [starting their own business] for a long time but thanks to downsizing, now had the opportunity to do it,” she said. “A good many entrepreneurs have been born in this economic climate, and that’s a good thing.”

Heflin said he realized he was a businessman the day his van came back with his company’s logo on it, but becoming a business owner didn’t happen in a day. His advice to other budding entrepreneurs: “Try to solve one problem at a time.

Don’t let it overwhelm you. Sometimes I didn’t know which way to go. There were licenses, legal stuff, certifications. I talked to my friends who had other knowledge. That helped.”

As for Heffernan, he advises, “You won’t regret it. If you do it, you will survive. Once you don’t work for someone else, you can’t imagine working that way again.”

McMahon added that the Chamber encourages entrepreneurship and has a number of helpful resources available to both members and nonmembers, including opportunities to pick the brains of other small business owners.

Both Heflin and Heffernan said the most impactful support they received was from their families. With his wife, Carol, in full support, Heflin passed up 99 potential weeks of unemployment benefits to start his new career. As a spiritual person, it was a leap of faith for Heffernan.

“I knew I couldn’t do what I’m doing without my wife (Kelly) behind me 100 percent,” he said.

“Faith was the key. I’m blessed.

This is all a gift.”

WANT TO LEARN MORE? – If you want to contact I’ll Clean Your Can, call 625-4015. For KLH Custom Relics, try 371-8956 or visit www.klhcustomrelics.com. To learn more about the Noblesville Chamber of Commerce or the help it can offer those looking into starting a business, visit www.noblesvillechamber.com or send inquiries to info@noblesvillechamber.com.

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DISPATCHES » Noblesville Schools breaks ground – Noblesville Schools broke ground last Monday to start Phase I of its building projects. Phase I includes additions/renovations at Hazel Dell, Hinkle Creek, North, Stony Creek, and White River elementary schools, Noblesville Intermediate School, Noblesville Middle School, and the Noblesville High School main campus. » Promising Futures hires facilitator Promising Futures of Central Indiana has hired Jane Haywood to facilitate parenting classes. Haywood is responsible for all aspects of the parenting program and will teach the classes. She has worked for the past 19 years as a social worker/advocate at Prevail, Inc., in Noblesville, The Salvation Army Social Service Center in Indianapolis, and the HopeWell Center in Anderson. For more information, visit www.promisingfutures.org. » School needs help to receive $50k donation - A donor has offered to give Legacy Christian School $50,000 if the school can first raise $20,000 on its own before Dec. 31, as the school is currently looking to purchase its own facility. Legacy has begun a fundraising campaign called "Merry Match 2010!" in an effort

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LegacyChristianOnline.org. Donations may be mailed to Legacy at 1399 Greenfield Ave., Suite 100, Noblesville, IN 46060, Attention: Merry Match 2010!. For more information, call 776-4186. » Midwest receives MAC Grant - Howard Jones from Midwest Academy was awarded a Make Activities Count Grant from McDonald's to be used to purchase various types of equipment for the school’s physical education program. McDonald's awards the grants to schools that provide unique and innovative learning opportunities as well as creative use of space. » Learn your camera - Expand your knowledge of how to use your digital camera, picture modes and menu options, accessories, terminology, and what to look for when buying a camera at the Noblesville Public Library this Friday, 10 a.m. to noon. Students must bring their own pictures, camera, connecting cable, camera equipment and/or hardware that will allow them to connect to the computers. Learn more and register online at www.hepl.lib.in.us.

Holiday season brings about ‘teenage transitions’ PARENTING

By Becky Kapsalis I recently received several phone calls from moms seeking help with their teenage kids. The moms may be different, but the message is the same: “Please help me with my teenager. He/she is hurting, emotionally, and I can’t seem to help him/her.”

For most, the holiday season brings great joy. For some, the holiday season brings great stress – specifically for teenagers. I don’t have a magic globe to show me this, but I do have a great deal of experience paying attention to the emotional clues our children give us leading up to the stressful holiday season. I call them “teenage transitions.”

In a course of a year, teenagers suffer from transitions. The first transition that needs to be addressed is trust. Something happens between 12 and 20 years of age that causes some kids to not trust their parents or any authority. Thus begins a downward spiral of distrust that the teenager has no idea how to stop. Getting back to the moms who call me in distress, I say, “Your children are screaming for help.” They may not be using those words but, nonetheless, they are asking us to help them through their transitions.

Transitions such as relocations, divorce, romantic breakups, bullying, discrimination, fitting in, physical fights, losing a loved one, losing

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a pet, living with blended families, too much money, not enough money, too much freedom, not enough trust – all become monumental crises during the teen-age years, as do physiological changes, learning to drive, making good grades, competition, seeking independence.

If our children won’t let us get the help they need, then we must be that help. We must get involved with their emotional transitions. Talk to your teenagers about the transitions they are bearing. Get them to trust you. To trust that you’re looking out for their best interests. Let them know you understand about teenage transitions and that – working together – there isn’t anything so insurmountable that you can’t work it out together. And then ask them to answer these questions: “Take me back in time when you felt the happiest. Where were you? How old were you? What were you doing? Who were you with? And, finally, what can we do, realistically, to get you back to that state of mind?” Listen with love.

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DISPATCHES » Choose the right stemware – The angles and lines of the stemware you use determine how the champagne or wine develops as it sits inside the glass, and it can influence the way the wine pours onto the tongue, which in turn can affect taste. Grand champagne glasses are meant for older vintages of champagne. The slightly larger glass gently “decants” the champagne and lets it breathe.

-www.wsj.com » Dr. Laura heading to XM – Dr. Laura Schlessinger will have a new home in January — Sirius XM. The syndicated radio show host, who said in August that she would not be renewing her contract at the end of 2010 with Talk Radio Network because she wanted to “regain my First Amendment rights” after being criticized for using the N-word multiple times with a caller, will continue her 30-plus year career – expanded and uncensored - exclusively with Sirius.

-www.ew.com » December gardening tips – 1. This is a good time to start pruning dead and dangerous limbs from trees. These should be burned in case they harbor insects and disease. Apply tree paint to the wounds made in sawing off limbs. 2. Most plants and shrubs winter-kill because of alternate freezing and thawing, so it is a good idea to bank them up with snow. 3. Look over your stored vegetables frequently and remove decaying specimens.

-www.almanac.com » Watch for price drops – If you get stuck paying a lot for your tickets, keep checking fares. JetBlue and Alaska will give you a credit for any drop in price, while AirTran and Virgin America will repay you the difference if the fare for your flight decreases by $75 or more. Sign up at www.yapta.com, which keeps track of prices and airline policies.

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Get acquainted with Civic Theatre this weekend

By Kevin Kane Current in Noblesvile For 95 years, the Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre arguably has served as the state’s premier community theater. Next year, however, it will relocate to Hamilton County, and its administrators believe the move will make the Civic bigger and better than ever.

The Center for the Performing Arts, under construction in Carmel, will serve as the Civic’s new home beginning next fall. Since 2004, the Civic has performed at Marian University. The theater’s 96th season still is under way, with one of its trademark productions beginning this week, but administrators said restrictions in space and facilities are preventing the theater from reaching its full potential. They’re optimistic that will change, though, after the theater moves north in September 2011.

“You really need a sophisticated space, and this will be far and away the best facility we’ve ever had,” said the Civic’s artistic director, Bob Sorbera.

“I would say it would really be the envy of every community Sorbera theater in the county.”

Civic will be the primary user of the art center’s 500-seat proscenium theater, named The Tarkington. With state-of-the art facilities and substantial storage space, Sorbera said the theater will “absolutely” be able to improve its

performances. For example, The Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre will relocate to Carmel Sorbera said a deep stage next fall as the primary resident of the 500-seat Proscenium and higher ceiling will altheater called The Tarkington, rendered here. low for more sets to be used during each production.

Since its move to Marian, space has been an issue for the Civic both on and off the stage.

Currently, the theater is constantly nearing its maximum capacity for costume and prop storage, forcing some to be discarded when acquainted with Civic this weekend, though, they cannot be stored. In lieu of rent, Civic has when its holiday production paid to upgrade the Marian theater, but even after substantial renovations, the small, outdated of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” goes theater can’t meet the Civic’s needs.

Spending several thousands of dollars to reno- on stage Dec. 10 through Jan. vate a temporary location was necessary, Sorbera 1. The 80-person show features a plethora of Hamilton County said, as the Civic would be insignificant withperformers, and that could be out a theater. Reversely, moving to Hamilton Dick the norm beginning next fall.

County and Carmel’s arts center will bolster the “There are maybe 7,500 community theaters theater’s reputation. in the county; we are touted as being in the top “It says it’s significant,” he said. “It says it’s 10,” Dick said. “We know once we get up there something important.” people are going to be excited.”

The Civic will move into its new bigger, betTo learn more about the Booth Tarkington ter space just before its 2011-2012 season but Civic Theatre or its upcoming production, visit essentially will be serving a new community.

Executive Director Cheri Dick said only 16 per- www.civictheatre.org or call the box office at 923-4597. cent of Civic’s current patrons are from Hamilton County. Residents can continue to become

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Chocolate chip peanut butter Nutella cookies RECIPES

By Molly Herner Need a chocolate fix? Here is an easy and delicious chocolate chip cookie with a touch of the rich chocolate hazelnut spread from Italy called Nutella and a hint of creamy peanut butter. These cookies are great for after dinner or to

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RECIPE Ingredients • 2 1/4 cups flour • 1 tsp baking soda • 1 tsp salt • 2 sticks butter • 3/4 cup white sugar • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar • 1 tsp vanilla • 2 eggs • 2 cups of chocolate chips • 2/3 cup Nutella spread • 1/2 cup peanut butter Directions 1. First cream the sugar, brown sugar and softened butter together in a mixing bowl.

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5. Bake the cookies for about 10 minutes at 350 degrees and enjoy! These cookies are awesome warm over vanilla ice cream, too!

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Easy breezy weekend getaways TRAVEL

By Tracy Line There’s nothing like a weekend getaway to get you through the winter. First, there’s the pleasure of planning your escape. Next, you can wallow in the joy of anticipation. Finally, there’s the excitement of the trip itself is there anything more fun? If a weekend getaway is on your 2011 to-do list, try these tried-and-true travel tips to help you get there.

Fly nonstop. When deciding where to travel, most people gravitate toward warm and exotic.

But flying takes time. A flight to the Bahamas is four hours, but factor in time to get to the airport, through security and customs and it’s more like an all-day event. Fly nonstop and you’ll shave hours off your trip. Indianapolis International Airport offers nonstop flights to 35 cities across the U.S., and daily nonstop flights to Atlanta, Dallas, Orlando, Phoenix, Tampa and Las Vegas.

Be flexible. A short getaway can cost as much as a weeklong stay. The key to a reasonably

priced weekend is to be flexible and compare pricing. Pick three destinations and dates and do the math. Is one weekend cheaper than another? Does one destination offer better flight times? Look for the option that gives you the most for the money and is the easiest to get to.

The goal is to get away, and you can have fun just about anywhere.

Be picky. I always call a hotel prior to booking to find out what’s within walking distance and/or the location of the subway. Pick a hotel or resort with dining and entertainment options nearby. It may cost a bit more, but you’ll eliminate the need for a car and save on cab fares.

Time is precious. Plan carefully, and your getaway will recharge your batteries instead of leaving you drained.

Tracy Line is a travel agent for Family Vacations in Noblesville, and also a travel writer. Contact her at 317-770-2211, ext 312, or Tracy@familyvacations.com.

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The St.Vincent Living Nativity is a theatrical re-enactment of the birth of Jesus Christ—a performance that will bring the true meaning of Christmas to your holiday celebrations.

Saturday, December 11, 2010 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. performances on the campus of St.Vincent Carmel Hospital, 13500 North Meridian Street in Carmel

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By Chris Lloyd With a few months’ distance, “Inception” is looking more and more like the most audacious – and certainly one of the best – movies of 2010.

Writer/director Christopher Nolan’s (“The Dark Knight”) fever dream of a thriller puts together a team of thieves who steal into their victim’s subconscious. Dom Cobb (Leonardo DiCaprio), the best in the business, has spent so much time in “dreamspace” that he has trouble discerning it from reality – especially a projected image of his wife, who has the nasty habit of sabotaging his missions.

Then Cobb receives the ultimate challenge: Tapping into the dreams of a multinational corporation CEO (Cillian Murphy) – not to pilfer information, but to plant an idea that he’ll think

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is his own. It’s called inception, and it’s dangerous and, most experts deem, impossible.

Yes, “Inception” has a plot so labyrinthine that it may require multiple viewings to make sense of it all – which is why it’s the type of movie that’s a perfect fit with home video.

As Dom and his crew navigate twisty constructed realities – lavishly rendered via computer animation – the stakes keep getting higher the deeper they go.

What a thrill ride for the intellect.

Movie: A-minus

In partnership with the Carmel Community Players and St. Theodore Guerin Catholic High School, The Sounds of Providence Choir The Living Nativity will be narrated by Sharon Gamble, WFYI Public Radio.

Donations of canned goods accepted.

These will be distributed to Hamilton County food banks.

Tickets are free by calling 338-CARE (2273) (Limit of 5 tickets per family)

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You thought a trifle bowl was only for dessert?

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By Jennifer Jacobi A trifle bowl is one those things that you may have heard of, but might not know what purpose it will bring you. It’s that tall glass bowl you generally see filled with a pretty layered dessert during the holidays. However, it can be used throughout the year and not just for serving desserts in a fancy presentation.

First, let’s talk about what features to look for in a trifle bowl.

• It should have a flat bottom and straight sides. These features will help you to create nice even layers in your trifle, making a fabulous presentation and keeping your trifle from sinking into the center.

• A removable bottom is also desirable. Being able to remove the base of the trifle bowl, when transporting, allows you to sit the bowl down flat to prevent it from toppling over. Plus, it takes up so much less space in your cupboard when storing.

• One more thing to keep in mind when purchasing a trifle bowl is a lid. A lid keeps all the ingredients in the bowl where they should be and makes storing leftovers a breeze. You can also stack items on top of

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Now, let’s talk about some food ideas for your trifle bowl. In addition to a layered dessert, fresh-cut fruit or a layered salad looks very appetizing when displayed in this lovely dish. Even a bag of potato chips can gain a touch of elegance from this footed glass bowl. A trifle bowl is also a great way to display and store those holiday cookies you so beautifully decorated, and the lid will keep them fresh in between snacks.

In addition to holding food, a trifle bowl can be used for many other purposes. A candle surrounded with decorations makes a beautiful centerpiece for your kitchen island. Try filling it with colored holiday ornaments in a festive standalone table decoration. You can also use it as a large vase or fill it with potpourri.

I hope I have given you some ideas for new ways to utilize your trifle bowl. It can truly be a workhorse in your kitchen and home rather than a dust collector in your cabinet.

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THEATRE Every Christmas Story Ever Told

Three actors, instead of performing “A Christmas Carol” yet again, decide to throw together a Christmas show based on stories and traditions from all over the world. The Carmel Community Players will present this show at the Carmel Community Playhouse at Clay Terrace Dec. 9 through Dec. 19 with performances Thursdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sunday matinees at 2:30 pm. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for seniors and students.

Visit www.carmelplayers.org or call 815-9387 for tickets or details.

A Beef & Boards Christmas

Tradition takes a twist this holiday season with “A Beef & Boards Christmas 2010,” on stage now through Dec. 23. Inspired by the Golden Age of television, this annual production offers an entertaining cavalcade of comedy, dance and music with performances by many Beef & Boards favorites. There are 36 performances of A Beef & Boards Christmas 2010 scheduled in the intimate space of Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre. Tickets range from $35 to $58, and include Chef Odell Ward’s holiday buffet. For reservations, call 872-9664 or visit www.beefandboards.com.

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Main Street Productions at Westfield Playhouse is bringing a little Redneck to Christmas.

Show dates are Dec. 9 – 12. Curtain is at 7:30 p.m., with a 2:30 p.m. curtain for Sunday matinees. Tickets are $12 for adults, and $10 for seniors. For reservations, call 896-2707. For details, visit www.westfieldplayhouse.org.

SYMPHONY Classical Christmas concert

The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and Conductor Laureate Raymond Leppard will be joined by mezzo-soprano Mary Ann Hart, baritone Randal Turner and the Apollo’s Voice Chamber Chorus to perform a program of English folksongs and works by Richard Wagner and Johann Sebastian Bach befitting the holiday season in the ISO’s 13th annual “Classical Christmas” concert this Saturday, 8 p.m. at the Scottish Rite Cathedral Ballroom, 650 N. Meridian Street. Tickets are $45 each for adults and $15 each for children ages 4-12, and may be ordered by calling 639-4300, or on-line at www.IndianapolisSymphony.org.

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The following musical acts will be playing live at Mo’s Irish Pub, 13193 Levinson Lane in the Hamilton Town Center, Noblesville. For more information, call (317) 770-9020.

Dec. 10 – Loo Abby Dec. 11 – Cari Ray Band

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The following musical acts will be performing live at Moon Dog Tavern, 825 E 96th St., Indianapolis, 46240. Call 575-6364 for more information.

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African mango shows promise for significant weight loss

DISPATCHES » St.V relocates physical therapy office – St.Vincent officials recently announced the relocation of its physical therapy center at 116th Street and Allisonville Road to the St.Vincent Physical Therapy at the Fishers YMCA, 9012 E. 126th Street.

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By Laura Marenco The African Mango, also referred to as irvingia gabonensis, is a fruit commonly consumed in Nigeria and Cameroon. Extract from the African mango is showing promise in helping individuals who struggle with excess weight shed the pounds.

Studies have shown that supplementing » Community named an eHealthcare with the extract of this fruit show reduces body leader – Community Health Network was weight, body fat and waist size. Additionally, it recognized nationally in four categories of also has shown to lower cholesterol as well as the 2010 eHealthcare Leadership Awards help overcome insulin resistance, factors that during the 14th annual Healthcare Interperpetuate metabolic syndrome in the overnet Conference. The network was among weight, a cycle where losing weight can be difnearly 1,300 entries.. ficult and health risks are high.

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The African mango extract may be benefit weight loss in a few different ways. Studies show that the African mango extract has been shown to reduce secretion of leptin, and leptin inhibits fat metabolism. Adiponectin levels are increased, which influences response to insulin. A low level of adiponectin is associated with obesity, and a high level associated with reduced risk of heart attack. Higher levels will also regulate blood sugar levels, reducing cravings associated with overeating.

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By Dr. Barry Eppley This recent holiday reminds us that turkey and Thanksgiving go together like no other holiday and food combination. While many may have had more than their fair share of the turkey this past holiday, no one aspires for the turkey neck.

This fleshy fold of hanging skin, known as the neck wattle in the bird, appears in people as well. While in turkeys it occurs mainly in the male, in humans the turkey neck is not gender specific. As we age, the appearance of one’s neck often becomes a bothersome issue. The loss of a once-smooth jaw line and a shapely neck shows the effects of gravity and time.

While creams and other potions do much to alleviate one’s pocketbook, the turkey neck is otherwise a surgical problem. Forget about noninvasive options or “lunchtime” procedures.

These simply will not work for the dangling neck, no matter how they are marketed. For the full neck with good skin – if one is young enough – good results can be had with liposuction alone. But when the skin is loose and floppy, fat removal alone will only make the neck skin more loose and floppy.

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facelift can be confusing, as this procedure often conjures up images of extensive surgery from the forehead down to the neck. In reality, a facelift is really a neck and jowl operation and does not affect the face above the jaw line.

When it comes to facelifts (aka neck lifts), there are numerous options. Which one is best for any particular person is determined by how much loose neck skin one has. Some jowling and a little loose neck skin may only need a limited facelift (often called the Lifestyle Lift).

If there is a lot of loose neck skin, then the more complete facelift is really needed. This is a powerful neck changer and can produce some really dramatic results. For those who want the least invasive amount of surgery but with a dramatic change, the turkey neck can be directly cut out in a procedure appropriately called the direct neck lift.

The turkey neck is not a desired culinary item on the bird, and many people don’t like it on themselves either. While year-round turtlenecks are always an option, a little skillful carving may be a better solution.

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DISPATCHES » IDC signs new tenant – Pedcor Companies has signed a lease with Holder Mattress Company, Inc. to occupy a 4,700-square-foot retail showroom on the first level of the Indiana Design Center in Carmel. The new Holder Mattress Home Collection store is set to open in early 2011 and will be a specialty retail showroom featuring Holder’s custom two-sided mattresses and box springs, heirloom-quality furniture, case goods, gift items, home décor and bed accessories. The family-owned and operated company was founded in 1947. » Grand opening – Authentic Hawaiian and Thai Yoga healing arts and massage services are now available in Indianapolis, as founders Dave and Wilai Johnson announce the grand opening of their massage salon, Aloha-Sawasdee, last week. The salon, 9247 N. Meridian St., offers healing arts techniques authentic to the founders’ previous residences in Hawaii and Thailand. For details, visit www. aloha-sawasdee.com. » County home sale prices increase – Last month’s housing report from the Metropolitan Indianapolis Board of REALTORS (MI-

INVESTMENT AUTOS BOR) revealed a trend of strong home sale prices. When compared to the three-month period of August, September and October 2009, the average sale price of homes in Hamilton County increased 7.8 percent to $258,238 for the same months in 2010. » OK to skip on tipping? – Giving less to service providers for the holidays or not giving at all shouldn't be a source of guilt if you're having trouble making ends meet, says etiquette author Peter Post of the Emily Post Institute. Cutting back on tipping is OK, but make sure you still express your appreciation in some way to the folks who make your life easier, such as homemade gifts or treats. For a complete list of holiday tipping guidelines, view Liz Pulliam Weston’s article at www. moneycentral.msn.com. » Coke set up for success – Coke is wellsituated to benefit from the emerging market boom this quarter, and recently said it will spend a billion dollars to build a bottling plant in the Philippines and increase distribution in the region. Coke's third-quarter profits showed that growth is coming at a much faster clip internationally than domestically.

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BMW 6 series and M6 COMMENTARY

By Shawn Miller The BMW E24 series was the first 6 Series, produced between the 1976 and 1989. The name reappeared with the E63 chassis beginning in the 2004 model year. The E24 was a replacement for the CS and CSL coupés first produced in 1965. Production started in March 1976 with two models: the 630CS and 633Csi. The ultimate E24 is the M635CSi was introduced at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1983. It is essentially an E24 powered by the powerplant of the M1 with 282 hp. Most M635csi’s were equipped with special metric 415 mm diameter wheels requiring Michelin TRX tires. A catalyzed, lower compression ratio version of the car putting out 260 hp was introduced in the U.S. in 1987.

This very attractive “Personal Luxury” Coupe was very expensive when new, and has always been a desirable car. Sporting a nicely trimmed and stylish interior, shark-like grill and austere lines, this was the German car to have in the 80s. They drive very well, handle very well, and do everything really very well. This is a car that has fallen to the absolute bottom of its value range and will only increase in future years. Presentable examples can be had under $5,000.00,

which really is nothing in today’s collector car market.

M6’s are another story. They have a cult following and their limited production has kept their prices high – it’s hard to find a nice low mileage example for less than $20,000. Still these cars are a good bet for increased appreciation, and certainly well worth the money just to drive and enjoy. Club support is excellent, and the extensive dealer network is second to none.

BMW had a pretty shallow parts bin during this time period, so parts are readily available and affordable. The 6-cylinder BMW motor is a bullet-proof engine that will last forever if properly maintained, so rust is the only thing to be wary of in these cars.

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The hands-on workshop – one that repeats regularly at HEPL – opened up a new world of records available in my search for ancestors. Best of all, these records are free and accessible at home via my library card number. Participating in the workshop was vital in understanding the intricacies of navigating HeritageQuest Online and avoiding potential pitfalls in doing so. Plus the PowerPoint notes I brought home help refresh my memory if I get stuck while working in a particular area of the collection.

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Buying a TV is a real chore these days HUMOR

By Mike Redmond Having determined that my extended presence on the naughty list precludes delivery via the usual North Pole service, I recently went shopping for a new television.

Before I went out, I spent two days researching televisions. By the time the sales guys got through with me, I felt like I had been held upside down and shaken until everything I knew rolled right out of my head. Including my own name and address For one thing, it seems you can’t just buy a television anymore. No way. You are, as one salesman told me, buying the video component centerpiece of your integrated home entertainment system. I don’t know how I feel about that. It seems a pretty lofty description for something that’s just going to show you reruns of “Green Acres.”

Wait. The nomenclature just gets sillier. The only thing modern electronics geeks like better than long names (“video component centerpiece”) are short ones, preferably abbreviations, and in the modern television world you have a bunch of them. Depending on the need, a consumer must choose between sets described as Plasma, Platelets, Corpuscles, LED, LED-LCD, PQQ, SBD and of course IOU. Once you’ve figured out which combination of letters is right for you, you have to choose which size to get. Screen sizes range from big, to bigger, to ginormous, to drive-in movie, to vis-

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And you can listen through … cheap little speakers. This is where they get you. You see, all those mondo-humongo TV sets come with the same lousy speakers they’ve always used for TV. So now you have to buy a home theater system to go with your Plasma-Platelet-LED-LCD-IOU screen.

Time for more jargon. What kind of surround sound do you want – 2.1? 5.1? 7.1?

3.14159? Do you want Blu Ray with capability for DVD, CD, CD-ROM, JPEG, Shoepeg and your uncle’s 8mm home movies?

It’s a lot to consider, is what I’m saying. And while you’re considering it, it’s quite likely that your eyes will glaze over and you’ll get that facial expression your dog gets when you show it a card trick.

This, of course, is right where they want you.

It means your brain is disengaged and therefore less likely to hear your wallet crying “No! No! Don’t do it! Look at the price tags, you moron!

You’ll be paying on this thing for the next three presidential administrations!”

Luckily, I didn’t get quite that far. I shook off the Too Much Information stupor and went home – no easy trick when you can’t remember your own address – to reconsider my options.

Mike Redmond is an author, journalist, humorist and speaker. Write him at mike@ mikeredmondonline.com or P.O. Box 44385, Indianapolis, IN 46244.

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» Air travelers can’t escape allergens – A new study suggests that air travelers with pet allergies should perhaps avoid planes altogether. Whether it's residue from cats actually on board, or detritus carried by pet-loving passengers, the most common feline allergen was detected in 100 percent of aircraft seats tested — and in high enough amounts to trigger serious reactions in sensitive people, according to a report by Swiss scientists.

-www.msnbc.com » Signs of good pet food – You essentially get what you pay for when it comes to pet food, but the food in the middle of the price range isn’t all the same. Look for these good signs in the ingredients: 1. A recognizable meat product listed as the first ingredient; 2. little to no grains listed and, when included, they should be higher-quality carbohydrates, such as potatoes or whole grains. Words like "cornmeal," "wheat" or "gluten" should be considered red flags; 3. No byproducts; 4.

No artificial chemicals or preservatives, such as Yellow #5, BHA or ethoxyquin.

-www.moneycentral.msn.com » Shampoo solution – The all-natural ingredients of the Olive & Fig Shed Control Shampoo by SPA ($8.47 at www.petco.com) coat your pet's hairs with protective nutrients such as olive oil extract, wheat protein, and Vitamin E. In addition to keeping fur smooth, this product reduces hair loss - especially helpful for chronic shedders during the winter months - and features a sweet, mild scent.

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By Rebecca Stevens I was going to write about all the reasons you should consider adopting a pet this holiday season instead of buying a puppy or kitten from a pet store or breeder. But I think a shelter dog named Odie says it better than I ever could. He asked that I share his letter to Santa with you.

Dear Santa, I am one of hundreds of homeless animals in this place called the Humane Society for Hamilton County. For some of us, it has been many months since we arrived. I am one of those animals, although it seems like yesterday when my family gave me away. I still remember their faces and smells. I do miss them.

Now don’t get me wrong, the humans who care for us here are awfully nice. But all any of us really want is to be loved and have a home to call our own. It’s what we talk about after hours when all the humans go home. My dream home has a big, fenced in yard … but my friend a couple kennels down just wants a soft bed to lie on. He’s getting up

in age and slowing down these days. I heard one of those silly cats saying she dreams of a home with a big window that lets the sun shine on her face.

You know we really don’t want all that much. A place to live, to love, to be safe and included. No more chains or broken promises. When our human moves, we want to go too. And in exchange, we promise to be loyal and true friends to our humans.

We will comfort them when they’re sad. We will stand at their sides when no one else does. Please, Santa, bless us all with a home for the holidays.

Shelter spokes-dog, Odie Please visit www.hamiltonhumane.com for information on our Homeward Bound for the Holidays Adoption Campaign.

Rebecca Stevens is executive director of the Humane Society for Hamilton County . You may contact her with questions, solutions and story suggestions at hamiltonhumane@ yahoo.com.

All any of us really want is to be loved and have a home to call our own.

Buckeye is a six-year-old male reddish yellow Labrador retriever. Buckeye is a big boy who knows what he likes and the number one on his list is treats. He really likes all types of doggie treats and he’s very good at catching them when tossed his way. Buckeye is good with certain other dogs and he loves to romp and play.

He would benefit from obedience training to help him learn to not jump up on people. Buckeye is neutered and house trained, crate trained and knows the commands sit and down. Due to his size and puppy mentality, he is best suited in a home with teenage children who can handle his energy level.

Alex is a 18-month-old male black DSH. He can be a little shy at times and he needs a few minutes to warm up to new people. Once he is comfortable he seeks out attention and would love to be a lap cat. He is neutered and litter box trained and he is good with people of all ages, but he would prefer to have a home where he can be the only pet.

For more information on these and other animals at the Humane Society, call 317-773-4974 or go to www.hamiltonhumane.com

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Dan A. Johnson, 52, of Noblesville, passed away Nov. 28. He was born March 31, 1958 in Louisville.Dan grew up in Carmel, where he attended Carmel High School. Dan began his career in business, and has spent the last 25 years as the President of Engineered Systems. Everyone who knew Dan was touched by his positive and generous spirit. He was always helping others and giving of himself in whatever way he could. Dan is survived by his wife Cindy Johnson of Noblesville; daughters, Jennifer (Scott) Kail and Allison Johnson, both of Noblesville; parents David and Lyda Johnson of Carmel; brothers Dave (Michelle) Johnson of Noblesville and Andrew Johnson of New York; grandson Carson Kail; and many nieces and nephews. Services were held Dec. 3.

Anne Louise Young, 46, of Noblesville, passed away Nov. 28. She was born May 14, 1964 to Paul and Patricia (Queen) Young in Indianapolis.

Anne worked in the Clerk’s Office at the Hamilton County Judicial Center and was a member of St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church in Westfield. She was a 1982 graduate of Noblesville High School and a 1986 graduate of Ball State University. In addition to her parents, she is survived by a sister, Nora Young. Services for Young were held Dec. 2.

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