Hometown News June 29, 2023

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Create your own reality -By Harvey Mackay

The creator of the world wanted to hide from humans the knowledge that they create their own reality, keeping it secret until they were ready to understand the truth. He asked the animals of the world for their ideas.

The eagle said, “Give it to me. I will take it to the moon and hide it there.”

“No,” the creator said. “One day they will go to the moon and find it.”

The salmon said, “Give it to me, and I will drop it at the bottom of the ocean.”

“No, they will dive deep into the ocean and discover it there too,” said the creator.

from Shankaracharya says, “Whatever a person’s mind dwells on intensely and with firm resolve, that is exactly what he becomes.” It says in the Talmud, “We do not see things as they are, we see them as we are.”

You control what happens to you whether you realize it or not. This doesn’t mean that you must be happy or joyful all the time. But you own your feelings. Staying kind and encouraging yourself keeps you in a happy, joyful and healthy state of mind.

When you are unaware of how to create your own reality, you feel like a victim of your life. You need to understand the process and make it work for you. We allow ourselves to believe that the people around us and those with authority over us can control our entire reality. We are not helpless about what is going on in our lives. Life is a matter of decisions, not circumstances. It is up to you to empower yourself and create the life you want.

be better qualified, has better connections or interviews better. You decide what you must do to change that outcome the next time. Or maybe your grand idea for a business falls short, and you must start all over again. What do you do? Do you give up – or start all over again?

The secret to forging your own future is taking personal responsibility for your actions and decisions. The only time you are a victim of your circumstances is when you choose to be.

You almost always have a choice. No matter what uncontrollable things might happen to you, you decide how to react and treat the situation. You can let seeds of hatred grow or you can plant seeds of hope and change what will set you up for success in the future.

You have complete control over your future. Choose wisely.

Mackay’s Moral: No proof is required of what is before your own eyes.

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The buffalo said, “Give it to me. I will bury it in the Great Plains.”

The creator replied, “No. They will cut into the earth and find it even there.”

Then he asked the grandmother who lives deep in the center of the world. She said, “Put it inside of them. They will never find it there.”

The creator nodded and said, “It is done.”

This creation story from the Hopi nation shows that you can create your own reality and take action to find your passion and vision for life. Take charge of your life. You know what you want. Go get it. Don’t be complacent.

The term “create your own reality” means the different ways by which you can co-create your life by the energy of your thoughts, beliefs, perspectives and actions. When you change the way you see things within you and around you, it helps you to make a new outlook towards life.

This theory is illustrated in major religions around the world. The Buddha said, “What you dwell upon you become.” Jesus said, “It is done unto you as you believe.” Hindu mysticism

Don’t compare yourself with others. Everyone is different. Are you sure that what you are comparing yourself to isn’t fake? You have much to offer to the world. You may miss out on the good things in life if you compare yourself to others’ standards.

Have confidence in yourself and what you want to be. Confidence doesn’t come naturally to most people. Even the most successful people have struggled with confidence, but somehow overcame their insecurities and found a way to carve their own paths.

It is true that you will not always get what you want. Maybe your long-range plan is to rise to your dream job in a specific organization. But that job is elusive. Someone else might

Brian’s Painting

Reprinted with permission from nationally syndicated columnist Harvey Mackay, author of the New York Times #1 bestseller “Swim With The Sharks Without Being Eaten Alive,” “We Got Fired!...And It’s the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Us,” “The Mackay MBA of Selling in the Real World,” and “Use Your Head To Get Your Foot In The Door.”

Upcoming Events

WEDNESDAY, JULY 5

• Folk & Old-Time Music & Potluck from 1-3 p.m. at the Village View Apartments, Grey Eagle. See ad on page 5.

• Long Prairie Area Parkinson’s Support Group at 2 p.m. at the CentraCare West Campus Board Room.

FRI.-SUN., JULY 7-9

• 60th Annual Swanville Mid-Summer Carnival. See ad on page 7.

SUNDAY, JULY 9

• Church of St. Benedict Parish Festival starting at 10:30 a.m., Avon.

ALBANY SENIORS • JULY 11

• Meeting change to July 11: Normally meets 1st Tuesday of the month at 1:30 p.m. at the Albany Community Center.

SATURDAY, JULY 15

• Grey Eagle United Methodist Church

Annual BBQ Luncheon from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Bake Sale 8 a.m. -2 p.m.

• Grey Eagle/Burtrum Lions Club Community Picnic from 4-7:30 p.m. at the Grey Eagle Fire Hall. See ad on page 4.

SUNDAY, JULY 16

• 42nd Annual Sacred Heart Parish Festival & Parade, Freeport. Parade 10:30 a.m.

• Grey Eagle/Burtrum Lions Club Tractor Pull at 11 a.m. at the Lions Park, Grey Eagle. See ad on page 4.

JULY 17-19 & 21-23

• Melrose Stages, Inc. Presents "Disney's

Beauty & The Beast" at Marit Elliott Performing Arts Center, Melrose. July 17-19, 21-22 at 7:30 p.m. July 23 at 2 p.m.

ALBANY TOWNSHIP

• Meets the 4th Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Albany City Hall.

• Planning Commission meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Albany City Hall.

BURNHAMVILLE TOWNSHIP

• Meets the last Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Burtrum City Hall.

BURTRUM CITY COUNCIL

• Meets the 1st Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m.

FEET FIRST CLINIC

• Meets the 1st Tuesday of the month from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at Holdingford City Hall.

FOOD DISTRIBUTION

• Ruby’s Pantry Food Distribution 1st Saturday of the Month from 10-11 a.m. at River of Live Church, Sauk Centre.

FREEPORT CITY COUNCIL

• Meets the last Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m.

FREEPORT SENIOR MEETING

• Meets the 3rd Thursday of the month at 1:30 p.m. with cards/Bingo/coffee/dessert.

GREY EAGLE CITY COUNCIL

• Meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m.

GREY EAGLE TOWNSHIP

• Meets the 1st Monday of the month at 8 p.m.

MELROSE TOWNSHIP

• Meets the 1st Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at the town hall.

MELROSE VFW #7050 POST/AUX.

• Meets the 1st Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Melrose American Legion Clubrooms.

MELROSE LEGION #101 POST/AUX.

• Meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Melrose American Legion. (Aux. Sept.-May.)

STEARNS CO. HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY

• Meets at 7 p.m. on the 2nd Monday of the month at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Albany.

SUNSHINE CLUB

• Meets every Monday, weigh in starts at 8; meeting at 8:30 a.m. at the Village View Apartments, Grey Eagle.

ST. ROSA CITY COUNCIL

• Meets the 3rd Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Community Park building.

SWANVILLE CITY COUNCIL

• 1st Tuesday after the 1st Monday of the month at 7 p.m.

SWANVILLE TOWNSHIP

• Meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 8:30 p.m. at the Swanville Fire Hall.

UPSALA CITY COUNCIL

• Meets the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m.

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“The Good Old Days” -By Tom Kuehne

New Life Challenges

You have traveled from Europe to America to claim the homestead that the advertising promised. It has been a long tiresome trip. First your family had to liquidate whatever property and real estate in the old country. The personal property and furnishings needed to be sold and whatever was thought to be needed at the new homestead location needed to be packed for the boat trip, not knowing whether the over-land transportation in America would have the ability to transport all your stuff.

So after a few months of travel, you are finally in Minnesota and are doing the paperwork to get your homestead. Your family was not the first families to claim homesteads, so the most attractive locations had already been claimed. Some homesteads were offered as improved homesteads, which meant that there was a building that could possibly be used as a dwelling on the premises.

If the building already existed or if the homesteader erected a home, the structure usually was lacking the perfection needed to make it weatherproof. The builder needed to use whatever lumber that was available. The lumber was recently cut so it was not cured, so it bent and twisted through the drying process, which made the walls very uneven. The walls and roof were then covered with tar paper to keep out the weather. In a short time the wind tore part of the tar paper off. There was no fiberglass insulation available, so the inside of the outside walls were covered with newspaper. This kept out some of the cold winds, but the stove needed to be working at all times. There were stories about settler families that slept side by side in the straw between the livestock. One problem with the

The Old Hippie Cafe

wood construction was that the new residents probably had little or no experience as a carpenter. Neighbors were willing to help, but they had concerns that needed to be addressed at their own farm.

There were weather regulated schedules that needed to be considered. To meet this schedule, the farmer needed to plant, cultivate and harvest the grains at the proper time. Most homesteaders had very little farm machinery. Usually they had a couple of horses, a wagon and some forks and shovels. They needed to rent or borrow a plow, drag, disk and other equipment at a time when everyone else was using these items.

It is possible that someone in the household had experience canning, salting or pickling the garden products, but not as many could butcher a pig or cow. They depended on others to assist with these tasks. After the meat and garden produce was preserved, where can the homesteader store it? Probably in a hole in the dirt called a cellar. The problem was that there needed to be a structure to store the grain, protect the horses, cows, pigs or chickens. Lots of building projects and not enough time.

Most of the dwellings were extremely small compared to today's standards. I read of many smaller sized houses, usually 10 or 12 feet wide and 14 to 16 feet long. Remembering that these structures needed to serve the needs of a whole family. One bedroom and the rest was probably one room. The early settlers spent more time outside, but maybe a factor to consider was that the house was filled with people. The smallest house was owned by a couple of newly-weds. It was

4 by 8. Think about putting a table and chairs, a couch, a heating stove, a cooking stove, a sink, cupboards, a bed and a dresser, plus the residents in these small areas. Challenges...

For feedback or story ideas, email Tom at tom@swanvilleinsurance.com.

If you need help with Health or Life Insurance or for Senior Health Solutions Contact: Tom Kuehne 320-360-0343

Corner Pub & Grill Freeport, MN • 320-836-2120

HAPPY HOUR: Mon.-Wed.: 4:30-6:30 PM $3.00

Thursday: All Day/Night $2.50

Nightly Specials

Dine In Only - With Beverage Purchase

Monday: (5-9 pm) $3 Build a Burger Mayo, Lettuce, Tomato, Onions (raw/fried), Mushrooms, Jalapenos, Sauerkraut, Cheese (Swiss, American, Pepper Jack) Toppings 50¢ each; Bacon 50¢ Slice

Tuesday: (5-9 pm) Choice of:

3 Chicken Strips w/Toast & Fries $7.50

6 Drummies w/Toast & Fries $7.50

Walleye Wednesday: (5-9:30 pm)

Walleye Fingers w/Fries $8.50

Thursday: (5-9 pm) Taco Wrap $8.50

Lunch Specials: 11 AM-1 PM

Fri., June 30: Cheeseburger w/Fries

Mon., July 3: Top Notch Burger w/Tots

Tues., July 4: Closed • Happy 4th of July!

Wed., July 5: Chicken Tender Melt w/Fries

Thurs., July 6: Brat on a Bun w/Beans & Potato Salad

Fri., July 7: Grilled Chicken on Rice Pilaf, Green Beans or Cheeseburger w/Fries

Friday: (5-9 pm) Choice of:

• 6 oz. Steak $12 • Add 3 Shrimp $15

• 6 oz. Butter/Garlic Steak $12

• Add 3 Shrimp $15

• 6 Shrimp $9.00 • Served with Baked Potato

Saturday: (4-8 pm) 1/4 lb. Hamburger $2.50

Toppings 50¢ each; Bacon 50¢ Slice

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Week Nights & Weekends

Mon. July 3

Lunch: 11 AM-2 PM

Taco Quesadilla

Evening: 5-9 PM

Irish Italian Spaghetti w/Dinner Salad & Breaksticks $9.95

Tues., July 4

Kitchen Hours 12-6 PM

FRIDAY: 5-9 PM Includes Salad Bar & Choice of Potato

• Ribeye $22.95

• Teriyaki Chicken over Rice Pilaf $12.95

• Deep Fried Cod $14.95

• Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo $13.95 or Shrimp

Fettuccine Alfredo $15.95

w/Breadsticks

WEDNESDAY: 11 AM-9 PM

• 1-1/2 lb. Wings $6.00

• $6 Baskets Your Choice: Shrimp Basket, Angus Slider Basket, 1/4 Chicken Basket, Nachos or Quesadillas w/Beverage Purchase Specials to go $1.00 charge

SATURDAY: 5-9 PM Includes Salad Bar & Choice of Potato

• Prime Rib $22.95

• Ribs $18.95

• Deep Fried Walleye $15.95

• Creamy Sweet Chili Chicken, Wild Rice, w/Breadsticks $12.95

THURSDAY: 5-9 PM Includes Salad Bar & Choice of Potato

• Chicken & Ribs $15.95

• 8 oz. Ground Sirloin $13.95

• Creamy Sweet Chili Haddock w/Wild Rice $15.95

SUNDAY: 3-9 PM Includes Salad Bar & Choice of Potato

• Steak & Shrimp $19.95

• 10 oz. Pork Chop $13.95

• 1/2 Chicken $10.50

• 1/4 Chicken $8.50

Obituaries

Mary Ann Mitchell

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 1st, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany. Burial will follow at Seven Dolors Cemetery. The family will greet friends starting at 9 a.m. in Seven Dolors’ gathering space before the funeral.

Mary Ann Mitchell, age 88, passed away June 20, 2023 at home on her beloved farm in Albany surrounded by family after a long battle with Alzheimer’s Disease.

Born in Saint Cloud, Minnesota on November 12, 1934, to Leonard and Eleanor Sauer, Mary grew up in a loving and lively home as the third oldest in a family of eight siblings. She would tell wonderful stories of the adventures she had growing up in Saint Cloud where she attended Cathedral High School and Saint Cloud School of Nursing to become an RN.

Mary met Emmett “Pete” Mitchell in Minneapolis in 1956. She took a leap of faith after a short courtship to join him on a new adventure in West Covina, California where they wed and built a life together. Mary and Pete went on to have seven children in California and to create a household on Greenberry Drive that served as a second home for their extended family, children’s friends, neighbors, and many animals. She was a calm and patient presence in the middle of it all. Mary continued to work fulltime as a nurse while raising her kids. Her ability to mother her own children and others, provide amazing nursing care, and manage to always find time for vacuuming was astounding.

Although her life in California was fulfilling, Mary continued to hold the hope of returning to her beloved Minnesota. Taking another leap of faith, Mary and Pete purchased a hobby farm in Albany, MN after Pete’s retirement. Mary and Pete loved their farm where they gardened, raised animals, hosted family, and learned about farming through much trial and error. In Albany, Mary returned to her true passion: nursing. She worked as a nurse at Albany Hospital for decades, retiring from nursing at age 63 but continuing to work in the nursing float pool until age 75. She loved her work at Albany Hospital where she would give the doctors a hard time, banter about politics, and provide exceptional care to her patients. Mary was a member of Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany and lived her life by the teachings of Christ: love, generosity, simplicity, self-sacrifice, and acceptance.

After Mary’s great love, Pete, died of cancer,

Mary rebuilt her life in the wake of her sorrow, continuing to work, travel with her family, support her kids’ and grandkids’ activities, grow beautiful flowers, tend to her farm, and most importantly, serve as grandmother extraordinaire to her many grandchildren. She was always there with an ice cream sandwich, a little ditty (what was that song she always hummed?), a comment about their hair, and a no-nonsense and accurate suggestion that they would be “just fine.” Mary’s nurturing was reciprocated in her later years when she was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, and her family and friends rallied around her to provide her with the love and care she showed so many others.

Left to honor and remember her love are Mary’s children: Peter Mitchell, Cathy (John Greer) Mitchell, David (Barbara) Mitchell, Jane (Mark) Spohn, Laura (Steve) Stumvoll, Paula (Jamie) van der Hagen, Luke (Lisa) Mitchell, 20 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, siblings John (Margie)Sauer, David (Joyce) Sauer, Kay (Ronald) Brown, Owen (Beverly) Sauer, Rita (Richard)Tester, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Emmett “Pete” Mitchell, her parents Leonard and Eleanor, siblings Jerry, Patricia, and Charles, granddaughter, Mary, and daughters-in-law Charleen and Melissa.

Memorials may be made in Mary’s name to The Alzheimer's Association. Arrangements by Miller-Carlin Funeral Homes, Albany.

Marlys Ann Bense

Marlys Ann Bense held the hand of Jesus into her heavenly home on Thursday, June 22 at the age of 82.

Born to Clarence and Florence (McClintick) Holler on June 30, 1940, in Hartford Township near Long Prairie. She attended country school through 6th grade, Trinity Lutheran School for 7th and 8th grade and graduated from Long Prairie High School in 1957.

She was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church, Long Prairie, MN. Strong in her faith, she could be found in the choir balcony or in what seemed like the assigned pew each Sunday morning. Active with the Altar Committee, teaching Sunday School and Vacation Bible School were things she enjoyed. For many years, she found church banners to be a passion and some of those banners are and will be adorning the sanctuary.

It was October 7, 1961, when she married Rodger Marten Bense. Both born and raised in Long Prairie, they knew each other through church and school. They had many travels together with friends and family. Mesa, AZ, was a warm get-away in the winter. Marlys worked at a local dentist office and then First National Bank for over 20 years until she retired to be a homemaker.

Marlys is survived by son Chad (Barb) Bense, sister Lila (Joyce) Rosenow and grandchildren Collin Bense and Kayla Bense.

She is preceded in death by her husband Rodger and her parents.

A funeral was held on Monday, June 26, 2023, at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Long Prairie. Burial followed at the church cemetery. Arrangements were with the Iten Funeral Home. 320-573-2607

The Grey Eagle/Swanville Knights of Columbus Council recently donated $600.00 to Marissa Throener of Swanville, who will be attending World Youth Day (WYD) in Lisbon, Portugal. The money will help with some of the expenses of the trip. World Youth Day is a worldwide encounter with the Pope, celebrated about every 3 years in a different country. Submitted by Ken Sinclair.

Card of Thanks

Thank you to our friends, family and community for your kindness and support. It is warmly recieved and greatly appreciated.

Best wishes,

Andy Seifert, Nicole Griffin & Family

Thank you family, friends, and relatives for the support, prayers, food, cards, and memorials for Dale. Thank you CentraCare Hospice for his care the last days, Father Vince and Father Ron for the beautiful service, Jeanne Bonfig for the music and the ladies serving the lunch.

Joan Wegleitner

To Submit a Card of Thanks the cost is $5.00 for the first 50 words, 10¢ for each additional word. MUST BE PREPAID. Mail to: Hometown News, 29442 120th St., Grey Eagle, MN 56336.

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Sunday, July 16, 2023 • 11 AM Food Stand & Beer Garden

at the Lions Park, Grey Eagle

Registration starts @ 10 AM

From the Desk of Pastor Bruce

I saw a little video the other day that was hilarious. A little girl comes into the same room as her dad and says, sheepishly, “Dad, you might be getting a phone call from the school.” Of course, the dad stops what he was doing and asks, “Why, what happened?”

So, the little girl explains that she was in the lunch line and there was a big bowl of apples. A sign was in front of the bowl that said, “Take only one, and remember, God is watching!”

The little girl continues down the lunch line and eventually came to the cookies, to which she wrote her own note, “Take as many as you like, God is watching the apples.”

Hilarious, but it brought up some thoughts! God is everywhere, Omnipresent. But He is Spirit, not like he is in the plant or animals, but His presence is everywhere. We cannot see Him, but we can learn about Him and experience Him through all He has made. Romans 1:18-20 “The wrath of God is being revealed from heaven against all the godlessness and wickedness of people, who suppress the truth by their wickedness, 19since what may be known about God is plain to them, because God has made it plain to them. 20For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature— have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that people are without excuse.”

God is Spirit and not in bodily form. John 4:24 “God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth.” Although

Jesus, His Son became a man, John 1:1-5 says “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2He was with God in the beginning. 3Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. 4In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. 5The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” And so, we worship Him as Lord of our lives!

1 Timothy 1:17 “Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory for ever and ever. Amen.” His ways are different than our ways and yet He loves us so much He sent His one and only Son into the world. Jesus came to take our punishment for our sin. Praise God!

-Pastor Bruce Miller from Swanville Bible Church, 320-547-2916

Saturday, June 24 storm over

Sudoku

Sudoku is one of the most popular puzzle games of all time. The goal of Sudoku is to fill a 9×9 grid with numbers so that each row, column and 3×3 section contain all of the digits between 1 and 9. As a logic puzzle, Sudoku is also an excellent brain game.

Dave Says -By Dave Ramsey

Dear Dave, I know you recommend using cash or debit cards instead of credit cards. But can you explain why my husband and I shouldn’t take advantage of credit card points for travel expenses that are required for work but will be reimbursed by the employer?

-Cathy

Ask The Motor Medics®

From the Hosts of the Under The Hood radio show.

Dear Cathy,

So, your employer is so poor they require you to advance them for your travel? You do understand if your employer decides not to pay you one month—for whatever reason—that it’s your credit card and your debt, right? Even if this hasn’t happened yet, you’re exposed to the risk. All for a couple of airline miles that are virtually impossible to use? No, thanks.

I understand this is standard procedure for some companies, but then a big chunk of corporate America has conned its employee base into taking out a loan on their behalf—with a promise of repayment—and the employee taking on all the risk. On top of that, these companies act as if operating this way is no big deal. Well, it is a big deal. And it’s not a good way to run a business or treat your employees.

Cathy, I once counseled a guy who walked into my office with $11,000 on his

American Express card that was “supposed” to be reimbursed. Guess what happened? When he went into work earlier that day, he found a padlock on the door. The company he worked for had filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy, and he got nothing. At that point, he had $11,000 on his American Express card, and the credit card company didn’t care one bit about his company going broke. They wanted their money.

When you use a credit card, you spend more than when using a debit card or cash. Tons of research has proven this to be true. Using someone else’s money just doesn’t produce the same friction in your brain as paying for something with your own money. You don’t feel the sting of it leaving your personal account. Do you want to know something else? I’ve never met a single millionaire who pointed to credit cards and airline miles as the reasons for their financial success.

But I do know a lot of broke, middleclass people strutting around, bragging that they gamed the system. They’ll tell you they beat a multi-billion-dollar company, one that spends tens of millions of dollars every year on studying consumer behavior in depth, at their own game. No, they really didn’t. I’m telling you all this, Cathy, because I want you and your husband to protect your number-one wealthbuilding tool: your income.

Long story short: If you play with snakes, sooner or later you’ll get bitten.

-Dave

* Dave Ramsey is a seven-time #1 national best-selling author, personal finance expert, and host of The Ramsey Show, heard by more than 18 million listeners each week. He has appeared on Good Morning America, CBS This Morning, Today Show, Fox News, CNN, Fox Business, and many more. Since 1992, Dave has helped people regain control of their money, build wealth and enhance their lives. He also serves as CEO for Ramsey Solutions.

Rick’s Painting

Dear Motor Medics,

I have a 2013

Toyota SUV I am going to drive across country and back and will accumulate about 8000 miles on the odometer by the time I return. This vehicle has 45k miles on it and has not had any problems as of yet and no repairs other than tires and oil changes. Is there anything that I should do before I make the trip to be sure I am as safe as possible?

-Tracy in Hastings, Nebraska

Dear Tracy, Anytime you are going on an extended trip it is good to have your vehicle at its best. Many folks have disappointing trips because they failed to have a simple check done and they experience a preventable breakdown. When a vehicle is brought in for oil changes on a regular basis to your local mechanic they usually inspect for basic things like tire wear and pressure and anything out of the ordinary that could cause a failure like worn belts and hoses but not always. When preparing for a trip make sure to ask your mechanic specifically about a general check-over and tell them how far you will be traveling so they can look for things that may affect your journey. Failed tires, belts, hoses and batteries are the most common items that leave motorists stranded so be sure these are among the list of items checked before you go. Have a safe and fun trip and enjoy the ride Tracy.

-Take care, the Motor Medics

Dear Motor Medics, I am thinking about purchasing a new Jeep Grand Cherokee with the diesel engine but don't know much about it. I have heard you talk about them on your radio show Under The Hood and have not heard any negatives about them from your callers. I plan to drive about 40k miles a year and haul trailers in the 4500 lb. range about 30k of that as I haul a display for my company to trade shows. I want the comfort of a car and good mileage but also the load hauling capability. What are your thoughts?

Dear Mike,

-Mike in Portland, Maine

half-ton trucks and smaller SUVs meant to give better mileage when towing smaller loads where a larger more powerful diesel was not needed; these new diesels are also very clean compared to the older larger ones which is good for the environment. You have a couple of key things in your question that are important factors on a vehicle for you. First, you say you will be towing a lot of miles which justifies more power and the added cost of the diesel option. Second for better fuel mileage the use of diesels for towing long-haul should help with your economy. You ultimately have to decide when it comes to a purchase so always research and see what others are saying before you decide.

-Take care, the Motor Medics For entertainment only. Always consult your local shop and follow all safety procedures before repairs. Come visit the Motor Medics® online at Underthehoodshow.com.

Albany Senior Dining

Mon., July 3: Meatballs, noodles, vegetables, peaches.

Tues., July 4: Closed.

Wed., July 5: BBQ chicken, baked potato, mixed vegetables, baked apple slices.

Thurs., July 6: Pork roast, whipped potatoes, gravy, broccoli, cantaloupe.

Fri., July 7: Baked pollock, red potatoes, baked beans, fruit salad.

Pre-registration requested to dine daily. For more info. call 320-845-4070.

Upsala - All Ages

BREAKFAST: Mon.-Fri. 7-10 a.m.: Walk in & dine. Take out available, call ahead.

Mon., July 3: Cheeseburger, potato, vegetable, dessert.

Tues., July 4: Closed.

Wed., July 5: Pulled pork sandwich, potato wedges, vegetable, dessert.

Thurs., July 6: Ham, potato, vegetable, dessert.

Fri., July 7: Creamy chicken casserole, garlic bread, vegetable, dessert. Pick up or eat in by 11:30 a.m. For meals, call a day before: 320-573-4435.

Todays Thought

When it comes to giving, some people stop at nothing.

Celebrating Independence Day

By Jay Backer, Chair, Senate District 12 Republicans

Two hundred forty-seven years ago, in 1776, after affixing his signature to the Declaration of Independence, John Adams wrote to his wife Abigail, explaining the significance of what he and the founding fathers had done.

In his letter, he stated, “I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated, by succeeding generations, as the great anniversary festival. It ought to be commemorated, as the Day of Deliverance by solemn Acts of Devotion to God Almighty. It ought to be solemnized with pomp and parade, with shews, games, sports, guns, bells, bonfires

and illuminations from one end of this Continent to the other from this time forward forever more.”

One year later, in 1777, the first official 4th of July celebration was held in Philadelphia. Ever since, Americans have celebrated our country’s independence exactly as predicted by John Adams.

This year, as we celebrate, let us express our thanks that we are a nation of hope, opportunity and peace. Let us never forget the sacrifices so many have made to keep our country free.

Happy 4th of July! Stand tall and be proud to be a citizen of this great nation. God bless America!

Pasture management during drought conditions

Good grass grows good cows. So how do you grow grass during drought? The best time to plan for drought is in the years before it happens by keeping your forages and pastures in good condition. There is as much root structure underground as there is leaf structure above ground. The more root structure the better resilience to drought and faster recovery after drought. Typical management, often is to open all the pasture gates and let livestock remove as much leaf material as desired. A better management plan would be to confine livestock to one area and supplement feed harvested or purchased feed stocks.

When weather conditions improve the remaining pastures will recover much faster and animals can be rotated through them. Depending on how long supplement feed has taken place you may need to reseed only one paddock instead of the entire pasture. This sacrifice area should not be grazed as heavily in near future to allow forages and root structures to rebuild and fortify themselves.

Generally cool season grasses (brome, timothy, orchard grass) should not be grazed shorter than 4 inches, and warm season grasses (Swithgrass, Indian grass, Bluestem) should not be grazed shorter than 6 inches. These minimum guidelines should maintain the function of the plants and soils.

For more assistance to design and build resiliancey into your livestock operation please contact your local NRCS office at 320732-6618 ext. 3

Parkinson’s Support Group

The Long Prairie Area Parkinson’s Support Group will meet July 5th at 2 p.m. (date changed due to 4th of July) at the CentraCare West Campus Board Room.

Anyone with Parkinson’s, spouses, caregivers or support people are invited.

Speakers will be Sandy and Gary Roerick. Sandy has had Parkinson’s for 7+ years. Together Sandy and Gary started a Parkinson’s Support group in Bemidji.

Stress & Sleep

Stress is your body’s response to a challenge or demand. Everyone experiences stress, which can be triggered by a range of events, from small daily hassles to major changes like a divorce or job loss. The stress response includes physical components like an elevated heart rate and blood pressure, thoughts and personal beliefs about the stressful event, and emotions, including fear and anger.

What to do if you have trouble sleeping

Sleep is often sacrificed when you’re overwhelmed with stress. You may experience insomnia because of discomfort, stress from personal concerns, or side effects from your medications. If you can’t sleep, try these tips:

• Establish a regular sleep schedule: go to bed and get up at the same time every day.

• Keep your bedroom dark and quiet.

• Use your bedroom for sleeping only. Don’t work or watch TV in your bedroom.

• Avoid napping too much during the day. At the same time, remember to balance activity with periods of rest.

• If you feel nervous or anxious, talk to your spouse, partner or a trusted friend. Get your troubles off your mind.

• Listen to relaxing music.

• Don’t rely on sleeping pills. They can be harmful when taken with other medications. Use them only if recommended for a brief period by your healthcare provider if other nonmedication methods don’t work.

• If you can’t sleep, get up and do something relaxing until you feel tired. Don’t stay in bed worrying about when you’re going to fall asleep.

• Avoid caffeine.

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A Parrot Funny

A guy received a parrot as a gift. The parrot was gorgeous, but it had a bad attitude and a filthy vocabulary. Every word out of its beak was rude, foul, and profane. The guy spent months trying to change the bird's attitude: speaking only polite words, treating the bird gently, playing soft music, etc. Nothing seemed to "clean up" the bird's outlook or vocabulary.

Finally, the guy got fed up and yelled at the parrot. The parrot yelled back. He shook the parrot; it got angrier, louder, and even ruder. In desperation, he grabbed the bird and threw it into the freezer. For a few minutes the parrot squawked and kicked and screamed. Then suddenly there was total quiet. Fearing that he'd hurt the parrot, the guy quickly opened the freezer.

The parrot calmly stepped out and said, "I believe I may have offended you with my rude language and actions. I'm sincerely remorseful for my inappropriate behavior and I fully intend to do everything I can to correct my bad attitude and unforgivable vocabulary."

The guy was stunned! Before he could reply, the bird asked carefully, "Might I ask what the chicken did?"

Stop at the Swanville Senior Center for some Ice Cream, Sundaes, Home Made Bars, Lemonade, Coffee, and Grab Bags!

Saturday, July

Chicken

Bingo

CLASSIFIED ADS

GARAGE SALE: June 28-30: 9-5. 122 Riverside Ave. NW, Melrose. Woman's new and used clothes, households, books, Xmas, misc.

GARAGE SALE: June 28: 1-6; June 2930: 8-6; July 1: 8-6. Wind chimes, outdoor cat tower, deck chairs, lawn & garden, dorm refrigerator, fabric, fleece, furniture, recliners, trunks, electric fireplace, tools, fishing, housewares, books, Louis L'amour, toys, LOL dolls, games, girls clothes 12-14, womens small thru plus size, mens XXL, much misc. 3 miles East of Upsala, 6775 30th St. (Cty. 21) Larry Erickson Residence.

WANTED TO BUY: Dairy Heifers and Cows. 320-894-7175. SC-evB

WANTED: 606 or 454 International utility tractor. Call 320-267-5632. RB-tfn

WANTED: 70 hp. tractor with cab & snowblower, reasonable. Call 320-267-5632. RB-tfn

WANTED TO BUY: Kitchen Aid mixer. Call 320-632-3336.

FOR SALE: '84 Corvette, top comes off, $10,500 or b/o. Call 320-267-5632. RB-tfn

FOR SALE: 14' Crestliner aluminum boat with 6HP Johnson Sea Horse outboard motor, and Snowco trailer, $1250. Call 218760-8266. GR-tfn

FOR SALE: Full size bed complete with bedding, $75. Call 320-859-4141.

FOR SALE: Toro self propelled 22” mower, $140. Call 320-260-4551.

FOR SALE: Alum boat lift w/canopy, 2600 lbs. Big Birch Lake 320-836-2588.

FOR SALE: Six 4"x12" concrete cookies, $3 each. Call 320-250-2488.

Todd County HHS Employment Opportunities

Todd County HHS is looking for reliable, service oriented individuals to serve the citizens of Todd County for the following positions:

**Children's Services Supervisor (full-time)

**Eligibility Worker (full-time)

**Office Support Specialist II (seasonal, part-time)

To learn more about these openings and how to apply visit the official Todd County website at https://www.co.todd.mn.us

Questions may be directed to Todd County Administration: (320) 732-6155. EOE

HELP WANTED - MAINTENANCE

The City of Grey Eagle is looking for a Maintenance employee; up to 35 hours per week.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Upkeep of the parks & cemetery: mowing lawn, weed trimming, trash removal, etc.

• Upkeep & routine maintenance of equipment

• Clean the Library, City Hall & Fire Meeting Room

• Snow removal of alleys, sidewalks and parking lots

This position works directly with the City Council.

Applications can be obtained at Grey Eagle City Hall located at 202 Woodman Street South, by email request sent to gecity@meltel.net or on the city website at greyeaglemn.govoffice2.com.

The City of Grey Eagle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider.

HELP WANTED PT SEASONAL MAINTENANCE

The City of Grey Eagle is looking for a PT Maintenance employee. Hours would vary, with approximately 20 hours per week during the summer and as needed during the winter.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Upkeep of the parks & cemetery: mowing lawn, weed trimming, trash removal, etc.

• Snow removal of alleys, sidewalks and parking lots

This position works directly with the FT Maintenance person and the City Council. Applications can be obtained at Grey Eagle City Hall located at 202 Woodman Street South, by email request sent to gecity@meltel.net or on the city website at greyeaglemn.govoffice2.com.

The City of Grey Eagle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider.

LOVEABLE: Pampered kittens, 5 males, 9 wks, want a loving home. Raised indoors, litter box trained, vet-checked, 1st shots & worming, $50, refundable upon neutering. Ward Springs 320-232-7892.

FOR SALE: 2013 Forest River Surveyor Select travel trailer, 32 ft. sleeps 5-6 with many extra features. Call 320-493-5562, leave message.

BLENKERS ROOFING, LLC

Melrose • 320-256-5400

FOR SALE: 1995 Hurricane deck boat and trailer, excellent condition, $4,500 or B/O. Call 320-250-7135.

FOR SALE: Inversion table like new, paid $150, asking $100. Call 320-493-5562, leave message.

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