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T h is week i n a Woman’s World VOLUME XLIII, NUMBER 2, JANUARY 10, 2022

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Fill your week with smiles!

Relax and have fun this week Woman’s World book club Delight with a pizza night Lightened-up cozy comfort Bliss in every bite Dinner made easy Enjoy the sun in Laguna Beach Brain games Solve-it-yourself mystery 5-minute romance Your horoscope What’s your favorite snow day activity?

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F il l y o u r w e e k SATURDAY, JANUARY 15 NATIONAL HAT DAY

Spread warmth!

Make someone’s day (and your own!) by donating a hat to those in need. The nonprofit organization Knit for Kids (KnitForKids.org) provides patterns to help you create cute and cozy hats for kids who don’t have winter gear.

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used or new hats (snag them for a steal at Target’s Dollar Spot or Dollar Tree) to a coat drive—many will gladly accept hats and other warm-weather accessories. Log on to OneWarmCoat.org/give-warmth/ donate-coats to find a coat drive near you.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 12 STICK TO YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION DAY

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JANUARY 9–JANUARY 15 NATIONAL PIZZA WEEK

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Celebrate with a pizza loaded with pepperoni—America’s favorite topping, per a YouGov.com survey. To get the fun started, we asked Nick Banker of Upper Crust Pizza in Akron, Ohio, winner of the 2021 International Pizza Challenge’s Pizza Maker of the Year, for advice. His top tip? “I prefer old-world pepperoni, or ‘cup and char’ pepperoni. They curl up into crispy cups inside the oven and add a nice crunch to your pie.” Try Battistoni Cup & Char Spicy Pepperoni or Hormel Cup n’ Crisp Pepperoni (at supermarkets). For more ways to celebrate, check out the pizza party on page 28.

Whatever your resolution, the key to success lies in how you phrase it, say researchers in PLOS ONE. In their study of 1,066 people, those with approach goals (which involve introducing something new into your life) were more likely to achieve them than those with avoidance goals (which involve quitting something). “Approach-oriented goals give you clear instruction on what to do,” says researcher Per Carlbring. “If your goal is to stop eating sweets to lose weight, you’ll likely be more successful if you say, ‘I’ll eat fruit several times a day’ instead. You then replace sweets with something healthier, which probably means you’ll lose weight and keep your resolution!”

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Do you have any extra gift cards to spare? If so, consider sending them to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. The nonprofit will use the cards to help loved ones of firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty. Mail to: National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, P.O. Drawer 498, Emmitsburg, MD 21727.

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TUESDAY, JANUARY 11 NATIONAL HOT TODDY DAY

Get cozy!

What better way to warm up on a chilly day than with a hot toddy? Featuring cranberries, cinnamon and honey, this recipe from the mixologists in the Woman’s World test kitchen is a flavorful twist on the classic cocktail.

To make a Spicy Apple Rum Toddy: Bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Add 4 cinnamon apple spice tea bags.

Remove from heat; steep 5 minutes. Remove tea bags.

Add 2 cups of apple juice, 6 Tbs. of dark rum, 6 Tbs. of apple-flavored brandy and 2 tsp. of honey. Divide mixture among 4 glasses. If desired, garnish with apple slices, cranberries, star anise and cinnamon sticks.

Makes 4 drinks

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MONDAY, JANUARY 10 HOUSEPLANT APPRECIATION DAY

Watch them thrive!

Today is the perfect day to show your houseplants some love! Not only do they beautify your home, they can keep you healthy, says Gretchen Mason, a plant specialist with Modern Foliage Designs: “Studies suggest that having plants in your home may help boost immunity to colds and other respiratory illnesses and may lessen the duration of these illnesses.” Looking for new easy-care

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plants? “The Fittonia or ‘nerve plant’ is a favorite—it has striking foliage and can even flower. It prefers bright light and will remind you to water it by dramatically wilting if it gets too dry.” Dracaena “Jade Jewel,” snake plant and echeveria are also low-maintenance, says Mason. “And if you have experience with keeping plants in your home, the Alocasia polly is a fun one to try!”

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R e la x a n d h a v e a family movie night with AMAZON Enjoy Hotel Transylvania: Transformania!

Go on an adventure as Dracula (voiced by Brian Hull) and your favorite animated monsters experience their scariest challenge yet—they’re all transformed into humans, and human Johnny (Andy Samberg) becomes a monster! In their new mismatched bodies, Drac, stripped of his powers, must race across the globe to find a cure. With help from his friends—voiced by an all-star cast including Fran Drescher, Selena Gomez and Steve Buscemi—they must switch themselves back before their transformations become permanent. Stream it January 14.

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See how the power of friendship can help women overcome grief and find happiness. Set in Long Island, New York, this drama/ comedy follows three childhood friends as they cope with the death of the fourth member of their group. When faced with the reality that life is short, each woman “pivots” and alters her current path, by way of a series of impulsive, ill-advised and self-indulgent decisions.

These changes strengthen their bond and prove that it’s never too late to overhaul your life in the pursuit of happiness.

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Faith Hill (pictured) and her husband, Tim McGraw, play Margaret and James Dutton in this Yellowstone prequel

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Three childhood friends do whatever it takes to find happiness

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Who will take control over the vineyard when Reginald (center) exits the company?

● Happy Days premiered in 1974.

The show ran for 11 seasons, making it one of ABC’s longest running series.

OWN Get swept away with The Kings of Napa!

● Elizabeth Arden, creator of the iconic fragrance Red Door, as well as cosmetics and skin care brands, was born in 1878.

Follow the family drama that takes place at the Napa Valley, California, vineyard owned by the Kings, an influential family whose wealth and status land them on the covers of magazines and in the society pages. Their wine business, King Estate Wines, has brought them great success and acclaim, but when the head of the family suddenly exits from the company, his children must grapple for the reins to the kingdom—and come to terms with their own power, wealth and legacy. Premieres on January 11.

● Rupert Holmes’ “Escape (The Piña Colada Song)” topped charts in 1980 and boosted the popularity of the drink.

AUDIOBOOK Feel connected with A Little Closer to Home by Ginger Zee! Lose yourself as ABC’s chief meteorologist Ginger Zee reads her engaging new memoir, A Little Closer to Home. In this candid follow-up to her bestseller, Natural Disaster, Ginger shares how she spent most of her life shielding her vulnerabilities from the world, all while being a “professional people pleaser.” She delves into her stormy childhood and opens up about her struggles with depression in her raw and relatable story told with heart and humor.

Hear it on January 11.

NETFLIX Laugh out loud with Jim Gaffigan!

Giggle along when you watch awardwinning comedian Jim Gaffigan’s new stand-up special, Jim Gaffigan: Comedy Monster. The funny father of five filmed this performance at a Minneapolis theater in front of a live audience and had the crowd laughing hilariously about the “hot mess” that was 2021. His observational, clean comedy routine hits on everything from his take on marching bands to billionaires in space to bikers. Stream it now.

● The first Mickey Mouse comic strip appeared in newspapers in 1930. The story was penned

by Walt Disney himself. ● Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio were married at San Francisco City Hall in 1954.

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COZY MYSTERY A Deadly Endowment

by Alyssa Maxwell Adventure and chaos ensue in this fun whodunit starring sleuthing duo Lady Phoebe Renshaw and her lady’s maid, Eva Huntford. To make ends meet, the two women decide to open Foxwood Hall for public tours. But during their first tour, a woman named Arvina Bell goes missing, and Eva finds her strangled to death. Now, Phoebe and Eva must follow clues and hunt down the killer before someone else becomes history!

ROMANTIC COMEDY American Sweethearts

by Adriana Herrera Filled with swoon-worthy moments and gorgeous tropical settings, this sweet and steamy saga follows Priscilla Gutierrez and Juan Pablo Campos. Juan is living his dream as a physical therapist for the New York Yankees and has everything he wants—except his childhood crush, Priscilla. But when the two are stuck together for a week in the Dominican Republic, they find their connection is still there. Will they give in to love?

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HISTORICAL FICTION The Spanish Daughter

by Lorena Hughes In this richly captivating novel, readers are transported to a coastal town in Ecuador in the early 20th century. After her father’s death, Puri finds out that she’s inherited his cocoa plantation in Ecuador. She and her husband, Cristóbal, board a ship to claim her birthright.

But when a mercenary sent to murder her aboard the ship kills Cristóbal instead, Puri must dodge danger and search for answers about her new fortune.

FANTASY The Untold Story

by Genevieve Cogman British author Genevieve Cogman is known for her thrilling, otherworldly stories, and her latest in The Invisible Library series follows suit. When time-traveling Librarian spy Irene Winters is ordered to kill Alberich, she soon realizes the possibility that he could be her father. Then when he offers a truce, Irene will have to delve deep into the tangled web of the past to find the truth about the Library and why it was created.

The Immunotype Breakthrough by Heather Moday, M.D. The pandemic certainly made us all want to ensure our immunity is at its peak— and Dr. Heather Moday’s new book is a blueprint for feeling our best. Dr. Moday is certified in allergy and immunology, and in her book, she “The immune system has an draws on research and case stud- incredible capacity to learn and will ies to identify 4 “immunotypes” continue to do so—but we need to that are the underlying cause of help it along by giving it support” disease, inflammation, infection and allergies. Her easy-read guide to the immune system offers smart advice that will keep your body’s defenses strong—and keep you happy and healthy.

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“We can change world— $1 at a time!” world—$1 POW E R OF LOV E

Anthony’s $1 Thursdays raise money for people in need across the community

After asking his Facebook followers to donate $1 to help a friend, Anthony Talley was inspired to create a weekly campaign to help hundreds of people in his community find their smile again! nthony Talley’s heart sank as he waved goodbye to his former classmate. Chance had brought the two LaGrange, Georgia, natives together that morning when they’d run into each other in town, but as his friend shared all the struggles she’d been facing, Anthony felt a tug on his heart to do something.

God, what do you want me to do about this? he prayed. I can’t just walk away and not do anything.

That night, Anthony was suddenly awakened with the answer in his heart and pulled out his phone to post on his Facebook page in the early hours of that Thursday morning.

I know someone who needs a hand, and all I know to do is campaign for her, he wrote. If you could give $1 to help her have a better day, please send it to my CashApp. Within 15 minutes, Anthony received a shocking notification: The same friend he had made the post about had been the first to donate. I know she doesn’t have the money, but she gave anyway, he thought, awed by her generosity. This is what it’s all about!

By the end of the day, Anthony had $120 in donations to buy her groceries, gift cards and gas for her car.

Seeing her smile and the light in her eyes when she received those gifts, something clicked in Anthony’s mind. It was the love that we showed her that made the difference, he reflected. Maybe I can keep this up. I’ ll call it $1 Thursday and help even more people.

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He has collected thousands of dollars to help teachers, kids and others in need

A dollar for change Right away, Anthony made his Facebook profile (Facebook.com/Anthony.Talley.56) visible to the public so people could follow along and find out how to bless the next $1 Thursday recipient—and it didn’t take long. He found the next donation inspiration after his 8-year-old daughter, Shyler, came home upset after school. She explained her mom had forgotten to give her money for ice cream that day.

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someone’s “Well, why didn’t they give you the ice As always, people were quick to give, cream anyway?” Anthony asked. but this time, Anthony was shocked to “Because the kids who don’t have money see that people were giving more than $1. have to go to another room while the other Soon, he had $8,000 to provide for the kids eat their ice cream,” she explained. man in need. This is inspiring people all Anthony was stopped in his tracks. If across the community! there are kids that don’t even have money for Anthony beamed as $1 Thursday conice cream, what else don’t they have money for? tinued to meet all kinds of needs, giving he wondered. Maybe I can bless a child with gift cards to kids and gift baskets to teachmoney they need for a new pair of sneakers or ers, helping the elderly pay their bills, maybe ice cream for the whole school! putting gas in people’s cars and buying After reaching out to the school’s meals for people at local restauguidance counselor, Anthony rants. “You really don’t under“We can all stand how much you helped hopped back on Facebook for another round of doname,” said one recipient. play a small tions—and collected enough completely changed part in helping “You to buy sneakers for a few kids my life!” someone’s in need and ice cream for the “After a stressful month, whole school. it was so nice to get this life turn out Going to the school that treat.

Thank you for blessing better” day, the children whooped and me!” a teacher told him after laughed with glee as they sang receiving a gift. out their thank yous. This is incredible!

For Anthony, seeing people smile as he Anthony marveled. I have to keep this going! meets their needs fills his heart with joy and reminds him that the opportunities for Making a difference kindness are all around.

As word of $1 Thursday spread and dona“I’m so happy to have this chance,” he tions grew, Anthony began looking for smiles. “It’s a great feeling to know that we even larger needs to meet, and it wasn’t can all play a part in helping somebody’s long before he heard about a deserving life turn out better. People say, ‘Well, what man on the local news. do you plan to get out of this?’ And I tell He’s recently lost his wife, two kids and his them that I plan to change the world, one home in a house fire, Anthony posted to his life at a time, one dollar at a time. Kindness is as simple as that!” —Maggie Dillard Facebook. It’s time to rally behind him!

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Put your spare change to good use!

Next time you grab a soda at a vending machine, stock the coin slot with the change from the bottom of your purse and stick a note on the machine saying, “Have a treat on me!” to give the next person a surprise when they come to buy something. Have more loose change to use? Leave pennies— heads side up—in parking lots or on the sidewalk for other people to find.

a kindness 2 Gift ‘coupon’!

If you have extra coupons while grocery shopping, leave them around the store for other customers to grab and use when they check out. For even more fun, create your own “coupon” by taping a note to a dollar bill that says, “Good for $1 off!” and leave it on a product in the store to bring a smile to the lucky shopper who finds it.

3Donate a buck!

When the cashier at the checkout line asks if you want to donate $1 to the cause that store is supporting, say yes. Or if you’d rather choose the charity, visit DollarDonations.org and choose from the charities listed—like T1International, which supports people with type 1 diabetes, or Water.org, which supplies people around the world with clean water. You never know how far your $1 contribution could go.

Share your own inspiring story with us, and we’ll pay you $200 if we publish it! Read or heard someone else’s story you think belongs in Woman’s World? Send it to us! If you’re the first to share it and we publish it, we’ll pay you $50! Email the story with your name and phone number to: WWFeatures@WomansWorldMag.com. Or mail to: Scoop, Woman’s World, 270 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632.

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Snug and stylish

This crop of fluffy finds is guaranteed to leave you feeling warm and looking sophisticated—for less Plush shawl can warm shoulders with elegance or heat the neck in chic scarf style—it’s like two accessories in one! $16, Soul Young (Amazon.com, “Faux Fur Collar Scarf”)

STEAL SARAH JESSICA’S STYLE! Oversize kneelength coat wraps the upper body in bold, furry comfort Get the look for less: $44, Current Mood DollsKill.com, ““Recipe (DollsKill.com, for Disaster Fur Coat”)

STEAL GARCELLE’S STYLE! Faux fur cuffs elevate a simple sweater Get the look for less: $11, Ymacy (Amazon.com, “Faux Fur Short Wrist Cuff”)

Faux fur purse features a magnetic closure to keep belongings securely inside $50, Zara (Zara.com, “Faux Fur Chain Bag”)

Block heel bootie’s furry cuff keeps feet toasty while out and about $41, Allegra K (Amazon.com, “Faux Fur Chunky Heel Ankle Boots”) Sarah Jessica Parker

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STEAL KATE’S STYLE! Cossack hat protects head and ears from chilly temps Get the look for less: $17, Dikoaina (Amazon.com, “Cossack Russian Style Hat”) Hooded vest comes in 9 gorgeous colors $32, VBNG (Amazon.com, “Women’s Faux Fur Vest Long”)

Cable-knit hat with faux fur pom hides bad hair days with fun sass $12, Page One (Amazon.com, “Thick Cable Knit Beanie”)

Crisscross slippers boast a nonslip outsole to keep feet from sliding $22, FeetCity (Amazon.com, “Cross Band Fuzzy Fluffy House Slippers”)

Gloves’ inner velvet coating, faux suede outer layer and fur trim work together to keep hands extra warm $25, Rose Black (Amazon.com, “Winter Gloves for Women-Faux Fur Trim Gloves”)

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3 ways to score winter coats for a bargain Shop these sales! Because they’re based on customer loyalty, “friends and family” sales offer the highest discount with up to 60% off—perfect for pricier items like coats. Simply sign up for a store’s email newsletter or app or become a rewards member to receive the exclusive promos.

Double up on discounts! Shopping online? Download Rakuten: The browser extension and app lets you earn cash-back purchases at over 2,500 affiliated retailers, including coat-heavy discount department stores like Nordstrom Rack and Saks OFF 5th, so you can pile on savings.

Opt for smart blends! Sure, wool, fur and Sherpa are super warm, but they can also be super pricey. The secret to saving without sacrificing? Look for pieces made with blends of rayon, polyester or acrylic, which help retain heat. You’ll get all the warming benefits at a much lower price.

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BEAUTIFUL YOU

Nature’s secret to

Forget pricey lotions and potions that tout potent oils as their magic ingredient—you can reverse winter skin and hair arghs for less by going straight to the nutrient-infused source

Soothe rosacea with sea buckthorn oil The oil’s anti-inflammatory compounds calm redness, while its antioxidants fortify skin’s barrier to ward off future flare-ups.

■ TRY IT! Rub 3 drops of sea buckthorn oil (like The Ordinary 100% Organic Virgin SeaBuckthorn Fruit Oil, TheOrdinary.com) onto irritated skin twice a day and let absorb.

Tory’s STEAL “This set of seven of the Week

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Repair chapped lips with avocado oil

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Skin-softening almond oil seals hydration into cuticles, protecting them from the dryness and peeling that lead to hangnails.

Thanks to its hydrating vitamin E content, avocado oil restores moisture and softness to dry, cracked lips. Even better? The oil’s antioxidants soothe cracks, while its fatty acids speed skin healing.

■ TRY IT! Saturate a cotton swab with avocado oil (like Chosen Foods 100% Pure Avocado Oil, Target. com), sweep onto lips and let absorb into skin.

■ TRY IT! Pour 1 ⁄4 cup of warmed almond oil (like SheaMoisture 100% Virgin Sweet Almond Oil, Walmart.com) into a bowl. Soak nails in the oil for 10 minutes, then massage the residue into cuticles.

Fade age spots with pomegranate oil Ellagic acid, a mild bleach-like compound in the fruit’s oil, diminishes dark spots on the face, neck and hands. Plus, the oil’s vitamin C content sloughs off dead, discolored cells for added skin-brightening benefits.

Reverse hair thinning with black cumin seed oil

■ TRY IT! Dip a cotton swab in pomegranate oil (like Leven Rose 100% Pure & Organic Pomegranate Seed Oil, iHerb.com) and dab onto spots; let absorb.

Antibacterial agents in black cumin seed oil dissolve impurities on the scalp that can clog and weaken hair follicles, causing fallout. Plus, its unique compounds encourage growth so hair looks thicker over time.

The miracle oil that works triple duty!

■ TRY IT! Massage 2 Tbs. of black cumin seed oil (like Nature’s Way Black Seed Oil, Vitacost.com) onto a damp scalp.

Let sit 15 minutes before rinsing.

Compounds in the oil (we like Heritage Store Castor Oil, Ulta.com) increase blood circulation and ease swelling.

To do: Rub a pea-size amount onto veins until absorbed.

Here, 3 genius ways nourishing castor oil can help you look 10 years younger—in a flash It ‘shrinks’ veins!

It erases dark circles!

It thickens eyebrows!

The oil’s moisturizing fatty acids “plump” thinner under-eye skin so shadows recede. To do: Dab a drop onto the undereye area twice a day.

By boosting blood flow to follicles, the amino acids in the oil help promote hair growth.

To do: Dip a cotton swab into the oil; swipe on brows nightly.

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Nat ural wa ys to Let your phone slash your stroke risk!

Tough news: Strokes are the leading cause of disability for women. Good news: Studies show 80% of the ‘brain attacks’ can be prevented! And doing so doesn’t require a health overhaul. In fact, these easy strategies can reduce stroke risk by 62%—it just takes making your phone work for you!

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This week’s Radical Health tip

The easy way to SPEED WEIGHT LOSS To melt stubborn pounds, an underthe-radar hero can help: bee pollen!

It speeds calorie burn and enhances digestion, thanks to its rich stores of fatdissolving lecithin and nutrients that inhibit the body’s ability to store fat. In addition, it’s high in phenylalanine, a compound shown to dampen cravings. In fact, studies found that adding bee pollen granules to a glass of lukewarm water and drinking it 20 to 30 minutes before a meal effortlessly decreases food intake by up to 20%. Try: Beekeepers Naturals Bee Pollen (Walmart.com) courtesy of Ann Louise Gittleman, Ph.D. To receive 3 free Wellness Guides, order her new book, Radical Longevity, at RadicalLongevityBook.com

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Staying well-hydrated keeps blood cells from clumping together and forming clots. That’s why CDC researchers found that stroke risk was 53% lower in folks who drank at least five cups of water daily compared to those who drank two cups or less. Try filling a pitcher with five cups of water in the morning with the aim of finishing it by the end of the day. How your phone can help: With a free app like Plant Nanny Water Tracker Log, every time you log a drink, it helps a plant in your virtual garden grow!

Gab on the go Next time you’re on the phone catching up with your sister, pace around while you chat. In a JAMA study, working 41 ⁄2 hours of additional activity into your week (that’s about four 10-minute walk breaks a day) reduced stroke risk by 46%. Researchers say even modest amounts of activity keep a lid on fibrinogen, a clot-causing blood protein.

Whether she’s stomping grapes or doing a Vitameatavegamin audition, YouTube clips of I Love Lucy are guaranteed to elicit belly laughs. That’s good news since Japanese scientists found that women who laughed daily were 62% less likely to suffer strokes than those who didn’t. A chuckle combats bloodpressure spikes that can damage blood vessels feeding the brain. Animal lover? Search for “funniest cat (or dog) videos” instead.

Order takeout this way After you dial up your favorite restaurant, ask for a whole-wheat pizza crust or sandwich roll instead of white bread. In a Harvard study, stroke risk dropped by 40% in women who ate three servings of whole-grain foods per day. Experts say the fiber and phytochemicals in whole grains lower levels of artery-clogging LDL cholesterol while fighting inflammation that contributes to clots. —Melissa Gotthardt

Warm Tomato Soup & Sandwich Supper A whole-wheat sandwich curbs stroke risk by 40% 8 Tbs. butter 1 onion, chopped 2 (28 oz.) cans whole peeled tomatoes 8 slices whole-wheat bread 16 oz. shredded cheddar cheese

1 In pot over low heat, add butter, onion, tomatoes, 3 cups water and 1 tsp. salt. Simmer 40 min. Transfer to blender; puree. Return to pot.

2 Top bread with cheese; sandwich together. Bake on greased baking sheet at 350°F for 15 min., flipping halfway. Serve with soup. Serves 4 Note: Check with your healthcare provider before supplementing

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fe e l g r e a t Found! Secrets to better night vision You love visiting family and friends for cozy dinners and movie nights this time of year. And thanks to a few tricks that give your night vision a boost, you’ll stay even safer on the road!

Wear sunglasses at night As we age, “contrast sensitivity”—the ability to see subtle shapes like curbs and dividing lines in dim light—declines. Couple that with shorter days, and night driving becomes trickier. The fix: Don sunglasses for 20 minutes before hitting the road, then take them off when driving. Pilots use this trick to fly safely at night since it helps your eyes quickly adapt from bright indoor light to dim outdoor light. And it works just as well for night driving too, leaving eyes up to 80% better adjusted to the dark landscape.

Savor a ‘hot chocolate bomb’ Dropping a trendy, marshmallow-filled chocolate ball into hot milk is more than just a fun upgrade on hot chocolate.

Turns out, the delicious sipper sharpens your sight too! British research suggests enjoying 11 ⁄4 oz. of dark chocolate (equal to about one chocolate bomb or threequarters of a chocolate bar) before you hit the road boosts contrast vision in low light within minutes, with results that last up to 21 ⁄2 hours. Bonus: Flavanols in chocolate increase blood flow to eyes. This helps you detect motion, such as another car changing lanes, nearly 33% faster.

Sing along to the radio Loudly singing “On the Road Again” or other up-tempo hits behind the wheel spurs a notable boost in contrast sensitivity as you drive, according to research in the Journal of Vision. The little boost in excitement you get from singing triggers a flood of norepinephrine, a brain chemical that fine-tunes eyes’ ability to detect subtle differences in shades. —K.E. Kluznik

Extra-cozy ways to dodge diabetes!

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You love curling up on the couch with a good book—but did you know that relaxing in specific ways balances your body’s blood sugar–regulating mechanism, warding off diabetes? It does! And steadying blood sugar reduces the risk of COVID-19 complications by 63%. To get the benefits…

Sleep in Permission to hit snooze: Snuggling under a toasty comforter for an extra hour in the morning lowers the risk of diabetes by 30%. Those extra Zzzs help you make up for sleep you lost from long days of merrymaking during the holidays. That’s key, report Australian investigators in the journal PLOS ONE, since 7 to 8 hours of shut-eye helps your body clear excess glucose from the blood.

Eating a handful of chestnuts, spiced pecans or other nuts daily delivers a dose of healthy unsaturated fat. Penn State researchers report that this decreases insulin resistance and cuts diabetes risk.

Sip a hot toddy It may sound counterintuitive, but sipping your favorite alcoholic beverage three times a week cuts diabetes risk by 32%, a Danish study found. Alcohol spurs a greater output of the hormone adiponectin, which helps cells use glucose more efficiently.

Daydream On a chilly day, letting yourself relax and daydream about last summer’s sunny beach trip does wonders for your blood sugar.

Scientists at Logan University in Chesterfield, Missouri, say thinking happy thoughts for 20 minutes a day—no matter what they are—tamps down production of blood sugar–disrupting stress hormones, heightening blood-sugar control by 33%.

Dim the lights Turning off extra lamps 3 hours before bed lowers levels of insulin resistance markers by 30% by morning, a study in PLOS ONE found. “Light at night may suppress the hormone melatonin, which affects insulinsecreting cells,” says study coauthor Phyllis Zee, M.D., Ph.D. A dim room spurs melatonin release, helping cells work better.

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Relief from winter foot pain Between snug snow boots, holiday party shoes and hours spent gift and grocery shopping, it’s no surprise many of us experience foot pain Tip! this time of year. To the rescue: home cures Up to 88% of women wear shoes that don’t that will relieve your discomfort

fit. Shop for a new pa ir after 2 PM, at which point your feet will have swollen to their largest size

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Chilly temperatures and dry indoor heat can leave the skin on your feet (and especially your heels) painfully cracked.

To soothe discomfort within a week, treat yourself to an “aspirin pedicure.” Canadian scientists say this quickly smooths skin and reduces the risk of future cracks by 65%.

Credit goes to aspirin’s exfoliating salicylic acid, which dissolves dead skin cells. To do: Mix 5 crushed aspirin with 1 ⁄2 tsp. of lemon juice and 1 ⁄2 tsp. of water, then massage into rough spots. Rinse after 10 minutes, then buff with a pumice stone and moisturize.

Thick socks keep our feet toasty on frigid days, but they can also trap moisture, creating the perfect environment for fungus to flourish. The fix? Oregano oil. A Romanian study revealed that when dabbed onto affected areas using a cotton ball twice daily, the oil’s natural antibacterial properties kill fungus as effectively as pricey over-thecounter products.

Blisters?

To calm a blister from party heels or stiff boots, use calendula cream. The marigold

extract’s anti-inflammatory compounds tame irritation, speeding the healing of damaged skin, a study in Advances in Dermatology and Allergology found. Apply twice daily and cover with a bandage until healed. To dodge future trouble, apply paper tape to sensitive areas. Stanford scientists say it nixes friction and cuts blister risk by up to 76%. —Linda Childers

Spa fix for swollen ankles If your ankles are puffy after a busy day on your feet, try a spa-inspired remedy called contrast soaking: Plunge your feet into cold water, then hot water, for 60 seconds each, repeating for 8 minutes. British scientists say the big temperature swings boost blood flow to quickly flush trapped fluids.

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Steamy secret to thicker hair Wouldn’t it be nice to regrow hair just by upgrading your shower routine? You can, thanks to sandalwood oil!

British research found that the woodsy aroma “wakes up” dormant hair follicles, stimulating growth hormones on the scalp by as much as 30% in one week.

How it works: “The same olfactory receptors in our nose

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that help us identify scents are also in hair follicles, where they seem to play a role in controlling the hair growth cycle,” says New York City dermatologist Joshua Zeichner, M.D. Get the benefits by combining 2 Tbs. of olive oil (its fatty acids “swell” the diameter of hair) with 8 drops of sandalwood oil and massage all over damp hair and scalp. Let sit

for 15 minutes, then rinse.

Short on time? Set a sandalwood shower steamer (like Bonita Naturals Sandalwood Shower Steamer, BonitaNaturals. com) on the floor of your shower, out of direct contact with the water, or place 3 drops of the oil close to the shower’s drain and breathe deeply as the scent infuses the warm, steamy air.

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Stay strong by slowing down Next time you’re carrying groceries, picking up the laundry hamper or putting the last of your holiday decorations away, try moving as slowly and smoothly as possible.

University of Utah studies show using your muscles for just 10 minutes daily halts (and even reverses) muscle shrinkage, so long as the motions are smooth and deliberate instead of jerky or rushed. The result: You’ll boost strength by 60% in three months.

OR SAVOR SCRAMBLED EGGS! Noshing on a protein-rich breakfast, like a two-egg omelet or Greek yogurt pancakes, stops muscle shrinkage in 72 hours and increases your strength by 25% in three months, suggests a study in The Journal of Nutrition. The reason?

Protein fuels muscle growth more quickly and effectively if it’s eaten early in the day.

Couch time makes you feel 7 years younger!

Permission to kick back and scroll through cheery memes or cute cat videos! Doing so for 20 minutes a day makes you feel seven years younger, sharper and more energetic.

Scientists at California’s Loma Linda University say daily smiles and giggles stimulate the release of a hormone (BDNF) that revitalizes your nervous system for a head-to-toe youth boost.

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Melt a menopot with a snack bar Ever wish there were a shortcut to fitting back into your old jeans? There is! It sounds too good to be true, but University of Hawaii scientists say eating 1 ⁄2 cup of nuts daily puts slimming on autopilot: It speeds belly-fat breakdown by as much as 59% and trims up to 6 inches off your waistline in six months.

Thanks goes to nut compounds (alphalinolenic acid and oleic acid) that cut hunger pangs by 55% and activate liver enzymes that help burn belly fat for fuel.

OR BLOW OUT A CANDLE! Before each meal, take 2 minutes to focus on your breathing: Inhale deeply, pause, then exhale slowly through your mouth, as if gently blowing out a candle. This simple move helps trim up to 400 calories off your daily diet and 4 pounds off your waistline every month. Harvard University researchers say deep abdominal breathing works by waking up the appetite control center in your brain.

Fade wrinkles with cheery chats Staying in touch with fun friends at least once weekly, whether you call to catch up or grab coffee in person, keeps your skin looking up to 14 years younger. What’s more, it’ll cut the risk of premature wrinkling and sagging in half. Brigham Young University scientists say regular contact with people who lift your spirits lowers production of the skin-aging stress hormone cortisol by 33%.

OR TRY PINE EXTRACT! Research in Skin Pharmacology and Physiology found supplementing with 60 mg. of the pine bark extract Pycnogenol daily reduces the inflammation and oxidative stress that contribute to premature skin aging.

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Tackling crosswords or sudokus for hours isn’t the only way to sharpen your smarts. Playing a card game or board game twice weekly (whether online or with loved ones) gives you the focus, concentration and memory of someone nine years younger. Plus, it cuts the risk of future memory loss by 48%, say French scientists. Challenging yourself keeps your mind’s memory center energized and increases the production of the brain-nourishing hormone acetylcholine.

Just 15 minutes a day playing in the snow with your grandkids or stretching helps you see and hear as clearly as you did 12 years ago. Plus, it’ll cut your risk of future vision and hearing trouble by 55%, Cleveland Clinic scientists say. Gentle motion encourages the flow of oxygen-rich blood to eye tissues and ups the production of a hormone that rejuvenates inner-ear nerves.

OR GET YOUR CITRUS FIX! Vitamin C, a nutrient that abounds in citrus foods, fuels the formation of healthy new brain cells and clears away plaque buildup in the brain. In fact, JAMA research found taking 1,000 mg. of vitamin C daily cuts dementia risk by 42%.

OR SNOOZE! You’re three times more likely to have great vision and hearing if you nap a few times a week, Cornell scientists say. Sleep relaxes tiny blood vessels so nutrients reach your eyes and ears.

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Top diet There’s an exciting, science-backed twist on the keto diet that has the world buzzing. And it’s no wonder: Women who once struggled to lose an ounce on traditional plans are transforming their health and blasting up to 42 pounds in 30 days. Even famous keto experts are switching to the approach‚ and they’re suddenly leaner and have better blood work than ever. The secret? Instead of replacing carbs with lots of fat, you replace them with lots of lean protein. “Protein is the foundation—how you keep satiated and how you’ll lose weight quickly,” according to Dr. Oz, who recently posted a rapid-results version of the strategy.

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n a keto diet, the aim is to reduce carb intake until you no longer make enough blood sugar to fuel your system, notes Duke University’s Eric Westman, M.D., author of End Your Carb Confusion. To compensate, your body will turn fat from fat cells and from food you eat into compounds called ketones, “which become your primary fuel,” he explains. This makes fat burning soar. Plus, lower blood sugar sets off a healing chain reaction that can lead to big health gains.

Jennifer lost 73 lbs!

After a mild heart attack, Jennifer Floyd was put on a strict plantbased plan. As with most diets, she barely lost an ounce. A year in, she asked about keto. “My cardiologist said it was too much fat,” recalls the Texas mom, 54. Luckily, Jennifer found a keto coach with a higherprotein, lower-fat approach. With her doc’s blessing, Jennifer began tucking into eggs, protein shakes and protein-topped salads.

Her metabolism caught fire. “I was losing with zero hunger.” Down from a size 18 to an 8 during pandemic lockdown, Jennifer says, “Some people teared up when they first saw me. I’d been in bad shape and turned it BEFORE around. My heart is strong. I’m loving life!”

The surprise hitch: “Burning more fat doesn’t automatically mean losing body fat,” cautions Dr. Westman. “Overdo fat from food, and your body uses that fat to make the fuel it needs.” In other words, slice after slice of bacon and cheese are quickly burned as fuel, “and your body won’t need to tap into its stored fat at all.”

The good news is that making lean protein the star of your low-carb meals solves the problem and sets you up for other huge advantages…

These meals kill hunger Here’s the gist of Dr. Oz’s protein-fueled plan for rapid results: Build each meal around 30 to 40 grams of protein, unlimited nonstarchy veggies and a little optional good fat. Skip carb-heavy foods, except an optional serving of low-sugar fruit and 1 ⁄2 cup beans/quinoa daily. Any snacks should be small with 12 to 15 grams of protein. We’ve got ideas to inspire you here

BREAKFAST Stir 1 Tbs. no-sugar-added protein powder into 1 cup Greek yogurt; top with 1 ⁄2 cup berries.

For more inspiration, follow Keto_with_JFlo on Instagram. Learn about local low-cost diet support groups at TOPS.org. As always, get your doctor’s okay to try a new dietary strategy.

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Protein’s sweet spot day, roughly double what many of us currently consume. For The protein-forward low-carb optimal results, you’ll aim for trend began gaining steam sevabout 30 grams per meal and eral years ago, as University of 15 grams per snack, an ideal Sydney scientists shared excitamount to trigger a magical ing research that boils down to this: We can cram down a ton of shift in hormones that leaves you feeling physically full, carbs or fat, but we won’t plus content, energized feel true relief from and amazing. hunger and cravA stu dy of 2,1 60 Jennifer Floyd ings until our seniors found that tho se experienced this protein needs who eat the most prote in shift firsthand. are met. Why? have stronger bones “At first, I tracked Experts say it’s in their hips and spine , everything,” says likely a survival slashing the risk the Texas mom, 54, mechanism— of fractures of when she started without enough protein-forward keto. dietary protein, “Gradually, I realized I could we can’t grow, heal or even just eat until I felt full. As long maintain our own cells. While as I got plenty of protein and the theory is relatively new, as kept carbs down, I naturally Dr. Oz put it, “Studies have felt very satisfied when I’d had shown over and over again enough.” And 73 pounds disapthat protein will reduce hunger peared without diet math! Read hormones.” Indeed, University more of Jennifer’s story at left. of Washington research found that emphasizing protein leads The boosts keep coming! us to spontaneously consume Another big reason that going 494 fewer calories per day. protein-forward works so well: So what’s the protein sweet Research shows the metabolism spot? Experts we spoke to suggest about 100 to 120 grams per burns up to 30 times hotter as

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protein is digested compared to carbs or fat. So more protein means hundreds of extra calories are effortlessly incinerated each day! Plus, getting more protein provides a flood of amino acids proven to offset age-related hormonal changes and muscle loss that make it harder to slim down over time.

A Duke University team even has evidence that eating about 120 grams of protein a day doubles weight loss after age 60.

It’s really no wonder proteinpowered low-carb plans have so much momentum going into 2022. “It’s a kind of a super-keto diet,” says DietDoctor.com’s Andreas Eenfeldt, M.D., a leading keto authority. He adds it’s “the most effective way to use keto we know of so far.”

Real-world wow For years, Rhonda Roush tried to make healthy choices, but cravings for chips and microwaveable junk got the best of her. Her weight crept to 283 pounds; her reflux and arthritis grew severe.

Dr. Oz’s tasty guidelines make it easy to slim the high-protein way!

After commiserating with a pal, Rhonda says, “We joined our local TOPS support group.” Encouraged to choose a structured plan, “I wanted something simple,” recalls the Tennessee mom, 54. Since bread made her gain and fatty foods raised her cholesterol, she picked an exchange plan that called for five servings of lean protein, lots of veggies and modest amounts of fat and carbs daily.

Rhonda’s group cheered her on as she found foods she loved that fit her plan—eggs, chickentopped salads, fish with veggies.

“I just started to feel really good.

No hunger or cravings, plus I was energized, my mood was better and my pain was going away.” Also gone: 121 pounds.

“Focusing on protein nourishes my body and my spirit,” she says.

“I’ll eat this way forever!”

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SNACK Simmer veggies and leftover lean meat in bone broth; alternately, sip a low-sugar protein shake.

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Add meat, salsa, lime juice and seasoning to slow cooker; cook on high 2 hours. Remove chicken ; shred with forks and return to slow cooker, mixing with sauce. Spoon into tortillas; garnish. Ser ves 4

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“Finally…I can Allison Webb-Hilgert’s life was consumed by asthma attacks, sinus pain, headaches, dizziness and congestion, until a surprising COVID-19 hack helped her heal—for good!

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grew worse, Allison found herself stuck in a damaging cycle, regularly popping Benadryl pills before visiting friends and fearing the unknown allergens that might be lurking in their homes.

But as she arrived home from her walk, frazzled and unsure of where to turn as her friend looked on with worry, she knew one thing: Something had to change.

A surprising remedy One day in November 2020, Allison was researching online for natural ways to boost her immune system amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, her concern for her health and safety as an asthma sufferer at an all-time high. Suddenly, she came across something intriguing on a blog.

Others were posting about using hydrogen peroxide treatments via nebulizers to treat COVID-19 and ward off other viruses.

I’ve never heard of this, she thought, diving into the research, which confirmed what she was reading. As she learned, hydrogen peroxide was well-known in medical circles as an “oxidative therapy,” which increases

How nebulized hydrogen peroxide protects against COVID “Hydrogen peroxide (HP) is a naturally generated antibiotic that can prevent and cure infections,” asserts Thomas Levy, M.D., author of Rapid Virus Recovery (free at rvr.medfoxpub. com). The challenge?

Mainstream medicine sees HP as a disinfectant that’s not safe for internal use. “But quite the opposite is true,” he says,

adding that HP is ideal and safe for treating internal infections, especially those acquired via the respiratory tract. That’s because inhaling a fine mist of HP (done through an inexpensive nebulizer) can quickly eliminate pathogens in the sinuses, nose, throat and deep into the lungs. And nebulizing HP after exposure to COVID, or at the onset of initial symptoms, offers a quick, effective cure, he says. The reason, he explains: HP generates a chemical reaction that kills pathogens (leaving only oxygen and water in its wake).

Dr. Levy says small, handheld nebulizers (like Unoseks Portable, Amazon.com) deliver a finer mist that penetrates deeper into the respiratory tract. He advises using a standard 3% HP solution (diluted with saline if you have stinging in the nose), with the following protocol: For possible exposure, nebulize once as soon as possible for 2 to 3 minutes; for early onset of respiratory symptoms, nebulize 3 to 4 times daily for 10 to 15 minutes until symptoms dissipate. (As always, check with your doctor before trying any new treatment.)

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From 2013 on, the St. Louis, Missouri, music teacher had been suffering from asthma and allergies that caused severe congestion and made it a constant struggle to breathe easily. Playing the clarinet and saxophone in her music classes became a struggle, and to make matters worse, she began experiencing crippling sinus pain, headaches and dizziness from the constant inflammation and pressure.

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If you’re feeling a bit unmoored, you’re not alone—in a new survey, 70% of folks over 50 said they don’t feel a sense of purpose. Here, easy ways rediscover your path

Turn off ‘busy brain’ Opening to our true sense of purpose is something we must

do intentionally, says expert Joyce Meyer, who advises spending time in prayer or taking a short walk in nature each day. These quiet moments, she says, invite introspection and clarity, plus calm our noisy mind so it’s easier to listen to the “heart cues” that direct us toward our higher purpose.

Savor the past “As we age, our past becomes a treasure chest of clues upon which to build a forwardlooking purpose,” says expert William Damon, Ph.D. Look back on your accomplishments, as well as your regrets, and what you learned, he urges. “Thinking positively about the past is the path to purpose because it helps us build new visions of what’s possible based on a greater understanding of ourselves.”

Find your spark Expand small joys “Most of us think we need to have some grand project, but there are small purposes that have huge impacts,” says Selig.

Simply focus on the moments that might be clues to something bigger. “For example, if a tiny act of kindness, like smiling at a stranger, lifts you up all day, it may be a clue that volunteering might be a bigger way to fill you up. Sometimes it’s the most overlooked joys that lead us to our greatest purpose.”

Pick your story Reading anything, from holy books to works of fiction, tends to make us feel more purposeful, studies show. “I personally love biographies,” reveals Selig.

“A sense of purpose is built on

knowing who you are, and when we read about people overcoming the odds, we ask ourselves: ‘How can I conquer challenges?’

Reminding ourselves of our resilience keeps us motivated.”

Let it transport you In the end, purpose is so powerful because it transcends the self, observes Damon, who says simply exploring your talents can help you feel more connected to something bigger. “Getting lost in a hobby boosts creative ‘flow,’ when we’re so engrossed in what we’re doing that we lose sense of time.” Indeed, he promises anything that moves you to feel awe, be it admiring your grandchild’s artwork or gazing at the falling snow, helps you see just how connected you are to the larger world, reigniting purpose.

Our expert panel Meg Selig, author of Silver Sparks: Thoughts on Growing Older, Wiser, and Happier, writes the popular Changepower blog at PsychologyToday.com.

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Joyce Meyer is one of the world’s leading practical Bible teachers and the author of more than 100 books, including, Authentically, Uniquely You.

William Damon, Ph.D., author of The Path to Purpose and A Round of Golf with My Father, is a leading researcher on the development of purpose.

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Press ‘reset’ Give yourself permission It may seem hard to define, but “purpose” simply means having a goal or intention that’s meaningful to you—and rediscovering yours is shown to make you happier and even boost your health. “It can be challenging, especially as we get older and kids leave the nest or we retire, to find our own purpose beyond being a mother or co-worker,” says expert Meg Selig. “That’s why it’s so important to give yourself permission to say, ‘Now it’s time for me.’

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Delight with Serve up fun by the slice at a make-your-own-pizza party, just in time for National Pizza Week (January 9–15). With a DIY pizza bar, fun sips and flair, it’s the perfect way to celebrate!

Kick off fun with a pizza bar

Add a little pizzeria pizzazz Give plates pizza parlor charm with gingham tablecloth–inspired napkin toppers. To do: Pleat a gingham napkin accordion-style.

Next, cut a rectangle of red felt to fit around the napkin and hot-glue the ends together.

Stack a circle each of green and red fabric and a green felt star, then glue together and glue the stack to the cuff. Add the napkin and a mini pine cone to the plate to finish.

Wow with cookie slices These treats made by cookie artist Jennifer Covington (@CakeWithASideOfCookies on Instagram) are sure to impress! To make: Cut sugar cookie dough into triangles, bake and let cool. Top with red icing, leaving the “crust” plain. Pipe on squiggles of melted marshmallows to form “cheese.” Top with Oreo O’s cereal for “olives “and leaf-shaped sprinkles for “basil.”

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Make guests feel like gourmet chefs with a build-your-ownpizza bar, like this one styled by Sarina Kinnunen (JoyInTheCommonPlace.com).

To do: Tie red and white balloons to a string, then tape to wall with paper pizza slices and a banner. Next, top a table with drinks, bowls of pizza toppings and foil containers filled with pizza dough.

a pizza night!

Refresh taste buds with a zesty citrus signature sip The perfect cocktail to pair with pizza is light, not too sweet and altogether refreshing, like the popular Aperol spritz! To start, pick up Aperol, an Italian liqueur with a mildly bitter citrus flavor that will bring out the savory flavors of pizza. To make each spritz, pour 3 oz. of sparkling white wine, 2 oz. of Aperol and 1 oz. of club soda into an ice-filled glass, then garnish with an orange slice and fresh mint sprig. Tip: Can’t find Aperol? Opt for Campari, a more widely available Italian liqueur with a similar flavor profile to Aperol.

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Get creative with classic and clever toppings The best part of a pizza party is discovering new flavor combinations when personalizing pies! At her party, Kinnunen set out help-yourself ramekins and bowls filled with classic toppings (like cheese, sauce, pepperoni and mushrooms), as well as unexpected selections (like pineapple, tomatoes and Canadian bacon). Some other fun ideas: roasted garlic, bacon, onions, herbs or shredded chicken. For topping IDs, jot topping names on paper triangles and glue to toothpicks, then stake into bowls.

3 tips for a fun evening

1 Bake the perfect pizza

Oven space is at a premium when it comes to baking up everyone’s pizza.

The pre-party trick that allows you to fit multiple in your oven at once: Flatten pizza dough into 6" circles (which can fit two to a standard cookie sheet), then add the circles to foil takeout containers. Tip: Pop cookie sheets in the oven while it’s preheating, then add customized pies in their foil containers to the hot sheet and bake. The result?

Crispy, takeout-worthy pan pizzas.

2

Infuse fresh-picked flair with a fragrant herb bouquet All it takes to wake up your dining table is a bold and beautifully scented bouquet made from a few handfuls of supermarket herbs and blooms. To create the display, fill a short red polka-dotted vase halfway with water, then add a few handfuls of textural herbs (like parsley) to the vase to form a rounded mound. Next, insert two handfuls of chives in the center of arrangement, fanning out the greens for a natural, wispy look. Add seven white supermarket blooms (like button mums or carnations) to the vase, one at a time, spacing evenly. To finish, set the vase on a wicker tray or charger. Tip: No red polka-dotted vase on hand? Give any old vase a coat of red craft paint, let dry, then use a white paint marker to add dots.

Play ‘Wheel of Pizza’

Get them giggling with a game that selects a special slice for everyone! Just assign each guest a number on a numbered spinner wheel (grab one from an old board game or try the Hand2Mind Four Color Spinner Wheel, $10, Amazon.com). Once pizzas are ready, have each guest place a slice on a plate at the center of table. Then everyone takes turns spinning the wheel to see what number they land on and whose slice they get to try!

3 Make use of leftovers

Though extra slices are delicious as is the next day, you can also cut them up into cubes and sauté in vegetable oil for croutons that pack a flavorful punch in soup and salad. Got extra dough? Roll it flat, sprinkle with sugar, top with sliced apples, brush with melted butter and bake at 400°F until golden brown for a tasty apple tart.

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Lightened-up cozy comfort WEEKNIGHT WONDERFUL

Start the new year deliciously with these better-for-you takes on casserole faves guaranteed to satisfy

Cheesy Tortilla Pie 1 onion, chopped 2 tsp. ground cumin 1

⁄4 tsp. salt

1

⁄4 tsp. pepper

1 (16 oz.) jar mild chunky salsa 1 (12 oz.) pkg. veggie crumbles 1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen cut green beans, thawed, drained 1 burrito-size (101 ⁄2") flour tortilla, from 20-oz. pkg.

1 cup reduced-fat shredded Colby-jack cheese 2 Tbs. chopped fresh cilantro and/or parsley

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Protein-rich veggie crumbles are the secret in this Tex-Mex-inspired main Coat 12" ovenproof nonstick skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat.

Add onion, cumin, salt and pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened, 7–8 min. Stir in salsa and veggie crumbles; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low.

Cover; cook, stirring occasionally, until flavors blend, about 10 min., adding green beans during last 2 min. of cooking time.

Heat broiler. Arrange tortilla over filling in skillet; sprinkle with cheese, spreading in even layer. Broil until cheese is melted and tortilla is lightly browned, 3–4 min. Sprinkle with cilantro or parsley.

Easy variation: For an extra dose of

protein, make it Cheesy Black Bean Chili Pie—just omit the frozen green beans and sub in 1 (15 oz.) can rinsed and drained black beans. First, sauté onion and spices as directed. Add black beans to skillet with salsa and veggie crumble mixture as directed. Once broiled, top the pie with a dollop or two of reduced-fat sour cream, slices of pickled jalapeño and diced, seeded tomato.

Servings: 6. Active time: 30 min.

Total time: 40 min. Calories: 208 Protein: 16g Fat: 5g (3g sat.) Chol.: 13mg Carbs.: 24g Sodium: 1,067mg Fiber: 7g Sugar: 7g

Sweet Potato–Topped Beef Stew We subbed in antioxidant-rich cauliflower for some of the potatoes in this twist on shepherd’s pie 1 2 1 ⁄4 2 11 ⁄2 1 ⁄4 1 ⁄4 2 2 1 2

cup lower-sodium beef broth Tbs. tomato paste cup all-purpose flour lbs. beef stew meat, about 1" cubes tsp. dried rosemary tsp. + 1 ⁄8 tsp. salt tsp. + 1 ⁄8 tsp. pepper ribs celery, chopped carrots, chopped onion, chopped lbs. sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into 11 ⁄2" chunks 4 cups cauliflower florets, 10 oz.

3 ⁄4 cup (2%) reduced-fat milk 1 ⁄2 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese

In bowl, mix broth and tomato paste. In separate bowl, mix flour and 1 ⁄4 cup water; reserve. Coat 6-qt. Instant Pot insert with cooking spray; place in Instant Pot. Select sauté; set temp. to high.

Sprinkle beef all over with rosemary, ⁄4 tsp. salt and 1 ⁄4 tsp. pepper. In batches, transfer to insert and cook, turning occasionally, until browned, about 5 min. per batch. Select cancel. Return all beef to insert. Stir in celery, carrots, onion and reserved broth mixture. Close and lock lid; set release valve to closed. Set pressure to high; set cooking time to 25 min. When finished cooking, wait 10 min. then release pressure. Select sauté; set temp. to low. Stir 1

in reserved flour mixture. Cook until thickened, stirring, 5–6 min. Transfer to 10-cup baking dish.

In large pot, combine sweet potatoes, cauliflower and enough water to cover by 2". Over medium-high heat, bring to boil; reduce heat to medium-low. Cook until tender, 15–20 min. Drain well; return to pot. Add milk, remaining 1 ⁄8 tsp. salt and 1 ⁄8 tsp. pepper; mash until almost smooth. Spread over beef mixture; top with cheese. Broil 3–4 min.

Servings: 8. Active time: 50 min.

Total time: 1 hr., 30 min. Calories: 287 Protein: 31g Fat: 7g (3g sat.) Chol.: 78mg Carbs.: 26g Sodium: 366mg Fiber: 4g Sugar: 9g

WEEKNIGHT WONDERFUL

Grilling versus frying eggplant seals in flavor with fewer than half the calories eggplant pieces to large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-sec. intervals, stirring, until tender; cool.

2 (1 lb.) eggplants 1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese 1 ⁄2 cup + 1 Tbs. shredded Parmesan cheese 1 ⁄2 cup low-moisture, part-skim mozzarella cheese 2 Tbs. chopped fresh basil 11 ⁄4 cups marinara pasta sauce, from a 24-oz. jar

Heat grill pan over medium heat. Coat both sides of eggplant slices with cooking spray. Cook, flipping once, until grillmarked and soft enough to roll, about 3 min. per side.

mixture in center of each eggplant slice; roll up to enclose filling. Spread 3 ⁄4 cup marinara sauce in bottom of 10-cup baking dish. Place eggplant rolls, seam sides down, on top. Pour remaining 1 ⁄2 cup sauce over. Cover; bake until heated through and cheese begins to melt, about 20 min. Sprinkle with remaining 1 Tbs. Parmesan cheese.

Heat oven to 375°F. Cut 12 (1 ⁄3"thick) slices lengthwise from eggplants.

Peel and chop leftover pieces; transfer

In large bowl, combine ricotta, 1 ⁄2 cup Parmesan cheese, mozzarella, basil and chopped eggplant. Dividing evenly, dollop

Servings: 6. Active time: 40 min.

Total time: 1 hr. Calories: 186 Protein: 13g Fat: 8g (4g sat.) Chol.: 24mg Carbs.: 17g Sodium: 438mg Fiber: 5g Sugar: 8g

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Eggplant Rollatini

Butternut Penne Bake Loaded with fiber and naturally gluten-free, chickpea pasta makes a delicious alternative to wheat-based varieties—plus it’s the perfect complement to all the veggies in this satisfying dish 1 (8 oz.) pkg. penne pasta made with chickpeas (such as Banza) 2 cups (3 ⁄4") cubed, peeled butternut squash 1 tsp. olive oil 1

⁄4 tsp. salt

1

⁄4 tsp. pepper

3 eggs 4 oz. 1 ⁄3 -less-fat cream cheese, at room temp.

3

⁄4 cup fat-free crumbled feta cheese, 3 oz.

1 clove garlic, minced

4 cups baby spinach, 2 oz. ⁄2 cup sundried tomatoes, chopped Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

1

Heat oven to 350°F. Coat 8-cup baking dish with cooking spray. In large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta according to package directions for al dente. Drain well; return to pot.

Meanwhile, coat rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. In bowl, toss squash, oil, 1 ⁄8 tsp. salt and 1 ⁄8 tsp. pepper. Transfer to baking sheet. Roast until tender, about 15 min.

In bowl, whisk together eggs, cream cheese, feta, garlic, remaining 1 ⁄8 tsp. salt and 1 ⁄8 tsp. pepper. Add egg mixture, spinach, sundried tomatoes and squash to pot with pasta; toss until combined. Transfer to baking dish.

Bake until no longer wet in center, about 20 min. If desired, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Broil until lightly browned, 2–3 min.

Servings: 4. Active time: 25 min.

Total time: 45 min. Calories: 399 Protein: 28g Fat: 14g (5g sat.) Chol.: 162mg Carbs.: 45g Sodium: 672mg Fiber: 11g Sugar: 10g

EASY TREATS

Bliss in every bite Mix-easy fudgy cake and a fast from-scratch berry cream make it a snap to whip up this decadent delight

Chocolate Raspberry Cake Make-ahead magic!

1 (15.25 oz.) pkg. devil’s food cake mix 3 eggs 1

⁄3 cup oil

3 cups raspberries, from 3 (6 oz.) pkgs.

1

⁄2 cup + 2 Tbs. sugar

1 cup heavy cream 6 oz. cream cheese, at room temp.

1 (1 ⁄4 oz.) env. unflavored gelatin 2 Tbs. light corn syrup 3

⁄4 cup chocolate shavings

Easy as 1,2,3!

Heat oven to 350°F. Coat 3 (9") round cake pans with cooking spray. Prepare cake mix per package directions with eggs, oil and 1 cup water. Divide among pans.

Bake until pick inserted into centers comes out clean, 20–25 min. Let cool 15 min.

Transfer from pans to rack; let cool.

2

In food processor, process 11 ⁄2 cups raspberries and 1 ⁄4 cup sugar until smooth. In bowl, mash 1 ⁄2 cup raspberries;

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reserve. On medium-high speed, beat cream and 2 Tbs. sugar until stiff. In separate bowl, on medium, beat cream cheese and remaining sugar until smooth; beat in raspberry sauce. In 1-qt. microwavesafe bowl, stir 2 Tbs. water into gelatin; let stand until absorbed, 5 min. Microwave until melted, 10 sec. Stir in 1 cup cream cheese mixture. Stir gelatin back into remaining cream cheese mixture. Fold in whipped cream, then mashed berries.

3

Trim layers; place 1 layer in 8"x3" springform pan. Top with 11 ⁄2 cups raspberry mixture. Repeat once. Top with remaining cake layer and raspberry mixture. Cover; chill 4 hrs. Remove side of pan; brush cake sides with corn syrup; add shavings. Top with remaining raspberries.

Servings: 12 ACTIVE time: 1 hr., 15 min.

TOTAL time: 5 hrs., 15 min.

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COLLECT A MEAL

Creamy Broccoli Soup

Veggie-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Glazed Turkey Meatloaf

Fudgy Berry Cupcakes

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COLLECT A MEAL

So easy, so delicious!

Creamy Broccoli Soup

Veggie-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Peas and potatoes blended into our soup make it rich and satisfying with only a splash of actual cream

These spuds make a hearty side or tasty light lunch 1 Tbs. butter 1 Tbs. olive oil 1 red and/or yellow bell pepper, cut into 1 ⁄2" dice 4 oz. green beans, trimmed, cut into 11 ⁄2" pieces, about 1 cup 1 (8 oz.) zucchini, cut into 1 ⁄2" dice 1 1

⁄8 tsp. salt ⁄8 tsp. pepper

1 clove garlic, minced 1

1

⁄2 cup crumbled feta cheese ⁄2 cup seasoned croutons

6 (8 oz.) sweet potatoes, baked, split

In large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add bell pepper and green beans; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 6–7 min. Add zucchini, salt and pepper; cook, stirring, until just tender, about 5 min., adding garlic during last 30 sec. of cooking time. Remove from heat. Stir in cheese and croutons. Divide mixture among potatoes.

Servings: 6. Active time: 20 min. Total time: 30 min.

Calories: 214 Protein: 6g Fat: 6g (2g sat.) Chol.: 11mg Carbs.: 35g Sodium: 254mg Fiber: 7g Sugar: 12g

1 onion, sliced 6 cups vegetable broth 5 cups broccoli florets 3 potatoes, peeled, chopped 1

⁄4 tsp. salt

1

⁄4 tsp. pepper + additional

1

1 ⁄2 cups frozen peas, thawed 2 Tbs. heavy cream Chopped toasted almonds and chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Glazed Turkey Meatloaf

A swirl of from-scratch raspberry buttercream frosting gives our cupcakes a decadently delicious upgrade

1

⁄2 cup granulated sugar

11 ⁄2 tsp. cornstarch 2 cups butter, at room temp.

4 cups confectioners’ sugar 24 baked chocolate cupcakes

Puree 21 ⁄2 cups raspberries and granulated sugar; strain.

Mix cornstarch and 2 tsp. water; stir into raspberry

mixture. In small pot over medium-low heat, cook, stirring, until thick, 1–2 min.; transfer to bowl. Let cool.

On medium, beat butter until fluffy, 2 min. On low, gradually beat in confectioners’ sugar, then 1 ⁄2 cup raspberry sauce. On mediumhigh, beat until fluffy, 2–3 min. Transfer to pastry bag fitted with star tip. Pipe on cupcakes. Drizzle with remaining sauce. Top with berries and, if desired, mint.

Servings: 24. Active time: 45 min. Total time: 2 hrs., 15 min.

Calories: 337 Protein: 2g Fat: 19g (12g sat.) Chol.: 71mg Carbs.: 40g Sodium: 302mg Fiber: 0g Sugar: 32g

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In blender, in batches, puree soup. Return to pot; over medium heat, cook until hot.

Drizzle with cream. If desired, sprinkle with almonds, parsley and additional pepper.

Servings: 6. Active time: 20 min. Total time: 45 min.

Calories: 169 Protein: 6g Fat: 4g (2g sat.) Chol.: 11mg Carbs.: 28g Sodium: 801mg Fiber: 5g Sugar: 5g

Fudgy Berry Cupcakes 21 ⁄2 cups raspberries + additional

In pot, melt butter over medium heat; add onion and cook until slightly softened, about 1 min. Add broth, broccoli, potatoes, salt and 1 ⁄4 tsp. pepper; bring to a boil. Cover; reduce heat to low. Cook until tender, about 20 min. Stir in peas; cook 1 min.

We soaked bread in kicked-up barbecue sauce before mixing with the meat for extra-moist and flavorful results 1 egg 2

⁄3 cup barbecue sauce 1 Tbs. Worcestershire sauce 2 slices white bread, torn into 1 ⁄2" pieces

11 ⁄2 lbs. ground turkey 1 tsp. onion powder 1

⁄2 tsp. smoked paprika

Heat oven to 375°F. Line rimmed baking sheet with foil; coat with cooking spray.

In large bowl, lightly beat egg

with 1 ⁄4 cup barbecue sauce and Worcestershire sauce.

Add bread; let stand until bread softens, about 3 min.

With hands, gently mix in turkey, onion powder and smoked paprika.

Shape meat mixture into 10"x4" loaf; transfer to baking sheet. Bake until meat thermometer inserted in center registers 160°F, about 45 min., brushing with remaining barbecue sauce during last 10 min. of cooking time.

Servings: 6. Active time: 15 min. Total time: 1 hr., 30 min.

Calories: 256 Protein: 24g Fat: 10g (3g sat.) Chol.: 107mg Carbs.: 17g Sodium: 453mg Fiber: 1g Sugar: 11g

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Here, Pia Edberg, author of The Cozy Life, Life shares her easy how-to’s HAPPY HUES + PLUSH EXTRAS “Setting up a cozy reading retreat or book nook in a corner of your home is a perfect, easy way to escape the stresses of the world,” says Edberg. “It’s a place where you can go and feel instantly calm.

When you only use this space to unwind, it creates a reminder and you’ll feel a visceral response in the body.” Here, an armchair is made even comfier thanks to a set of plush pillows and a soft throw. Adding a bookcase nearby and setting out a tray of tea completes the vignette.

“Choosing warm hues for accents, like the oranges and reds here, uplifts.” Other ways to bring in color: Add supermarket blooms, artwork and baskets.

For more tips: Check out Edberg’s book The Cozy Life, $15, Amazon.com, or visit her website, PiaEdberg.com

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a reading retreat !

PRIVACY ‘WALL’ + MIX-AND-MATCH PRINTS You can create a peaceful reading nook almost anywhere, but a spot near a window with ample natural light fosters a good, relaxed mood, notes Edberg. No built-in window seat like the one shown? Edberg says tucking a chaise lounge or armchair near a window will capture natural light well. To make your corner even more secluded and peaceful, add a privacy screen (like 4-Panel Room Divider in Cream, $60, Walmart.com). More quick ways to up the cozy factor: Mix and match colors and textures with bright pillows and throws.

OMBRÉ DISPLAY + SURPRISING STORAGE “I love the idea of intentionally showcasing books in a pretty range of colors—this creates a visually pleasing ombré display,” she says.

To get the look of this nook, paint bookshelves or a freestanding unit (like Room Essentials 5 Shelf Bookcase, $35, Target.com) a sunny hue; let dry. Next, arrange books together by color then showcase on shelves from dark to light shades, creating a gradient or ombré feel.

Place a reading chair next to the shelf (pile on pillows and add a foot rest for comfort) along with narrow space-saving storage, like this old white ladder repurposed as a magazine rack. For extra flair, hang a piece of wall art and place a potted plant or two on a windowsill.

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Your organi zed home

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Oil and gas prices have risen significantly since their pandemic lows, but you can stay warm without breaking the bank with these savvy tips

by ‘blanketing in’ air “Hot air rises, making your heating system work harder and your bill climb faster,” says Jack Miller of home improvement blog HowIGetRidOf.com. An easy fix? Clip blankets to curtain rings, then slide the rings onto tension rods placed between doors or hallways that lead upstairs. This keeps air from escaping up so it stays warm down below.

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Reduce hot water temps

with a quick vent dusting

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, most households only need water heater thermostats to be set at 120°F to provide adequate hot water for dishes, laundry and bathing. But many manufacturers default them to 140°F. “Simply lowering it by a few degrees can slash up to 11% off your heating bill,” says Dallas HVAC expert Walter E. Bennett. “That’s up to $400 a year!”

Heating vents tend to attract dust, mini insulators that block your system from emitting heat. To clear them so your system runs efficiently, give radiators, baseboard units or forced-air vents a quick onceover with the vacuum hose when you’re doing the floors.

Then wipe them down once a month with a scented dryer sheet—it keeps dust from settling and creates a fresh scent every time the heat kicks on!

by checking this setting

Spot drafts with incense Keep the thermostat low Even a small draft can raise the heating bill by 20%. To find it? “Light an incense stick, then walk around areas with common air leaks,” says Andre Kazimierski, CEO of Improovy.com.

“If the smoke trail wavers, you’ve located the leak!” Just grab a bit of caulk or foam insulation to plug it instantly and start saving big.

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by boosting humidity The surprising (and free!) key to making your house feel warmer without raising the thermostat temperature?

“Add a little humidity,” says Joel Phillips, founder of HomeGuideCorner.com. Simply leave the bathroom door open when showering, keep the top off of pots when cooking and open the dishwasher after the wash cycle.

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Use the letters highlighted in the finished puzzle to spell the scientific name for shooting stars

1 Camera setting 5 Salsa scooper 9 Country singer McEntire 13 Unruly crowd 16 Play chauffeur 18 Tales and such 19 Skating jump 20 Spring mo.

21 Actress Tatum 22 End of a warning 23 Black shade 24 Formerly called 25 Corporate department 27 Bookstore section good 29 Put word (2 wds.)

30 Record store purchases 33 Snake poison 35 Thurs. follower 36 What to do

37 39 41 44 45 47 51 53 54 55 56 58 60 61 62 64 68 70 71 75

Microwave again Real howler Yield On one’s toes Bit of bridal attire Very unfortunate Sound system Female relative Snapped out of it (2 wds.)

Berets and derbies On the house Ultimate ending Speck in the ocean Train station Quickly Spring (soap) Reporter’s question Wrapped (up) Heavenly light One type of insurance

Senior Be ambitious Take up Chablis, e.g.

Marisa of My Cousin Vinny 84 Mediocre grades 86 Diversify 88 Like a winter wind my words” 89 “ 92 Prefix meaning “three” 94 Serious-minded 96 “Dapper” guy 97 “Bravo!”

98 Cowboy’s rope 101 Category 103 Without delay for size 104 Try (2 wds.)

105 Essence 107 Cast out 111 Common article 112 Clappers 77 79 81 82 83

113 114 115 116 117 118

Knitting stitch Break down Tricked Verge Rests Ice unit

50 Rollaway bed 52 Frequently, in verse 53 Huey, Dewey or Louie, to Donald Duck 57 Aisle 59 Wrecker’s job 61 Geometric figure wing and a 63 prayer (2 wds.)

64 Knot-tying words 65 DVR remote button 66 Part of some co. names 67 Baffled Newton-John 69 70 Visionaries 71 Good name for a Dalmatian 72 Fainthearted 73 Where the action is 74 Have the throne 76 Old soap ingredient 78 Some trial evidence

109 down

DOWN 1 “Much About Nothing” 2 Big coffee holder 3 20-20, e.g.

4 Locket shape 5 Immaculate 6 Ichabod’s was Sleepy 7 Tax org. out of 8 “Not a you!”

9 Marathon runner 10 Rare and wonderful 11 Grizzly mammal 12 Partner 13 Craze 14 Starts 15 Time-out 17 Take to another level 26 “Scram!”

28 Place to work 30 Go to bed, informally 31 Greek letter 32 Sleep on it 34 Flick 36 League members 38 Stumbles 40 Big name in jeans 42 Oftenrepeated abbr.

43 Bathtub part 46 Reduced 48 Toothpaste type 49 Suffix with social

80 Mixed with a spoon 85 Undiluted 87 Dannon product 88 Jerry’s partner in ice cream 89 Rental period 90 Hilo hello 91 Marry again 93 Remove suds 95 School sounds 98 Popular board game 99 Somewhat (2 wds.)

100 Cough syrup amts.

102 Board member, for short 106 French yes 108 Hosp. section 109 “Chocolate” pooch 110 Real looker

Sudoku Fill the empty squares with the numbers 1 through 9 so that each row, column and 3x3 square contains all the numbers from 1 through 9

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SOLVE-IT-YOURSELF

Mystery

G

ood evening. I’m Craig Wayland, your host of Gimme the Money, the multiplechoice game show where contestants can win thousands of dollars! Our current champion, Harvey Patterson, has been on a hot streak, so let’s not waste any time. Are you ready, Harv?”

Patterson nodded, his beady eyes darting back and forth as the lights came down.

“The first category is past television shows,” Wayland continued. “First question: Who played the mother on Leave It to Beaver? Was it (a) Mary Tyler Moore, (b) Jane Wyman, or (c) Barbara Billingsly?”

“C, Barbara Billingsly.”

“That’s right—you just won another thousand dollars!” ayland pulled a card from Wayland a box in front of him, glanced at it and smiled. “I think this one is a little harder, Harv. Listen closely.”

He read the question and choices. Patterson didn’t hesitate. “A.” “Right again.” The audience roared.

“Our next category is science.”

Gimme the money

Wayland read the question and choices. This time Patterson said, “C.” “Correct.” Another card was pulled. “In the category world geography…” Again the question and choices were read.

“The answer is B,” Patterson smiled.

“You’re on a roll. But we have to pause now for a commercial break. Be right back, folks!”

In the control room, Scott Brigham, the show’s producer, turned to Detective Sue Donald.

“You see?” he asked. “On our show, when a contestant gets his third answer wrong, his turn ends and a new person comes on. This guy hasn’t missed a single question in six days. The odds of that are astronomical.”

“You think he’s cheating?”

“He has to be. And I’m afraid Wayland is helping him.”

“Come to think of it, I haven’t had my day”

“Wayland gives him the answers beforehand?”

Brigham shook his head.

“Impossible. Craig doesn’t know what the questions are until he pulls them from that box.”

“Then how does he know which answer is right?”

“The correct choice is underlined on the card.”

“Then I don’t see how…”

Detective Donald began, but the commercial break had ended. On set, Craig Wayland pulled another card.

“Now the questions are going to get harder,” he said.

“Algebra is the category.”

He read the question and choices and waited as Patterson pondered his answer.

“C.” “Amazing. That brings your total winnings today alone to $5,000. At this point,” Wayland said as he pulled a card from the box, “each question is worth $1,500.”

He read the question.

Patterson answered “B”— right again.

This continued for the rest of the show: Wayland asked questions and Patterson got every answer correct.

After almost 30 minutes, Wayland said, “I have your last

question for today in the category opera.”

Again, he asked the question and Patterson’s answer of A was correct.

As the show ended, Brigham turned to Sue Donald again.

“I know they’re cheating.

You have to prove it before the next show.”

“That gives me all night to think about it,” Donald said.

“No. We tape five shows a day. There’s a half hour break so Wayland and the contestant can change so it looks like a whole day has passed.”

Donald sighed. “Can I go over today’s show somehow?”

Brigham nodded. “I’ll have the technicians replay the tape.”

Detective Donald reviewed the tape and smiled.

“I’ll need some cue cards and a large black marker.”

“What for?”

“Tell Craig he is to read only what is on the cards. No improvising.”

“You figured out how they’re cheating?”

“Yes,” Donald said. “And this should prove it.”

—Richard Ciciarelli Donald

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Person, Place or Thing?

Can you guess which happened first, second and third?

Can you guess what I am?

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My name is Italian Some people seriously rely on me I might call your name out in public I have my own international world championship, held annually ■ I don’t make food, only drinks

■ My work requires a machine ■ I help wake people up ■ For me, the “daily grind” has a

double meaning ■ Cappuccino, latte—I love it all ■ You can find me at Starbucks Person, Place or Thing? I am a barista

A. Loretta Lynn’s “Coal Miner’s Daughter” hits the airwaves

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My Guardian Angel

SPIRIT LIFTERS

Readers share their stories of divine intervention

7 Days of

Take one a day and feel great all week!

Day 1 You are every kind of beautiful Day 2 Even the most powerful storms pass Day 3 You do more than sparkle.

You’re remarkable!

Day 4 Irreplaceable.

It’s what you are Day 5 Love fills open hearts first Day 6 It’s okay to give your to-do list the day off!

Day 7 Hope is always favored to win against doubt!

Heavenly hope When Woman’s World reader Kelly McDermott was grieving the loss of her baby, she received comfort and peace from Heaven. She writes:

M

y husband and I were so excited when we found out we were expecting our first child. We began planning everything we would do together as a family.

Yet, throughout the pregnancy, I had this unsettled, worried feeling. Many people told me it was just jitters of becoming a mom, and I tried to just enjoy my pregnancy.

Our worst nightmare came true on a March day when I didn’t feel our baby kick. An ultrasound confirmed there was no heartbeat, and our daughter, Colleen Patricia, came into this world quietly as stillborn. We were shocked.

Our world was shattered.

I don’t know how we got through those dark days.

Mostly through faith and time.

People did not know what to say, so a lot was unsaid, which made Colleen’s death seem like a dark secret we carried. It was especially difficult for me at work as I am a physician and help people daily, but I could not help my own daughter.

I prayed for a sign— anything to let me know that Colleen was okay. Nothing happened for a long time.

Though we went on to have three more children, the hole in my heart was still there.

“I suddenly started finding quarters everywhere!”

One day, years after losing Colleen, I again asked for a sign. I even joked to send quarters from Heaven instead of the usual pennies because I’m frugal.

A few days later, right after I received some good news, I found a quarter on the floor where I had just cleaned. I smiled knowing that Colleen was a part of it.

I then started to find quarters everywhere—in pockets, on my driver’s seat, in hallways at work. The quarters always appeared after something good happened or an important decision had been reached.

I don’t know why the angels took so long to answer, but I now know Colleen is watching and sharing in our lives.

ANGEL EXPERT SUNNY DAWN JOHNSTON SAYS… “It is common to feel like your world has been shattered when something that you care for so much is gone, especially a child. Having already experienced the loss of the physical life, when there isn’t a sign from the spirit world, it compounds the pain.

What I have learned over the years is that it isn’t that the signs weren’t there before, it’s that when you are in that much grief, you simply don’t notice them. As time passes, your grief begins to lift and you are able to see, as in this case, the quarters that Colleen had likely been leaving all along.”

If you have an angel story you’d like to share, please send it, along with a clear photo of yourself and your name, address and phone number to: Angels, Woman’s World, 270 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632, or email us at Angels@WomansWorldMag.com.

We’ll pay $75 for each featured story. All submissions become the property of Woman’s World and may be edited, published or reused. Sunny Dawn Johnston (SunnyDawnJohnston.com and Facebook.com/SunnyDawnJohnstonFanPage) is an internationally known angel expert. She is the author of 20 books, including Invoking the Archangels, The Love Never Ends and 365 Days of Angel Prayers, as well as her latest bestselling card deck, The Multi-Dimensional Oracle.

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Inspiration

Circle of kindness

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Take a moment to leave your worries behind and lose yourself in loveliness

Readers share little reminders of how much goodness there is in the world “IT FELT GOOD TO HELP!” I was in a rush to go to work, when I saw my colleague in the parking lot next to her SUV. It was a cold day, and she seemed to be struggling with the rear hatch of her vehicle, after having taken her wheelchair out of the back. I went over and she explained she couldn’t lower the hatch. I tried to force it but that didn’t work. We both needed to get to work, so I suggested that I call security for help, rather than leave her vehicle open. I stayed with her until security came. Security was able to lower the hatch so her vehicle was secure. She later emailed me thanking me for the help. It felt good to help someone in need!

—Nancy B. Mike, Farmington, NM

“I know not all that may be coming, but be it what it will, I’ll go to it laughing” —Herman Melville

“SMALL GESTURES CAN BRING BIG SMILES!” I was running errands and had a craving for an iced coffee. I stopped at my favorite drive-thru, and as I was paying, I dropped four one-dollar bills. But it’s impossible to open your car door when you’re so close to the building. As I was about to pull up to get out of my car to retrieve my cash, the woman from the car behind me noticed my predicament and came to my rescue. I was so thankful for her kind gesture. My day was brightened so much by her help! It’s not always the big gestures that make us smile, it’s the little things in life that add up.

I know I will try to do my part to help others.

—Cora Rowe, Wrightsville, PA “THERE WAS SO MUCH KINDNESS IN THAT ONE MOMENT!” I work as a cashier in a small department store, and most of our customers are senior citizens. Recently, I was serving an older lady, and unfortunately, her debit card wouldn’t work. She was quite upset and tried several times with no success. There was a gentleman in the next aisle who was watching what was happening. He came over and insisted on paying for her order and then walked away. The lady was overcome with gratitude. She got emotional, and tears started to roll down my own cheeks to see how grateful she was. There was so much kindness, gratitude and generosity in that one moment.

—Karen White, Conception Bay South, NL, Canada

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A Moment for

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ROMANCE

Let it snow Caught in her first snowstorm, Sarah is unsure of what to do, until handsome Ben shows her the ropes…and offers her a new chance at love

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Every day, you meet challenges head-on, defeat obstacles, solve problems big and small, and get things done.

Every day, you do something that makes someone give thanks for you, and do more than a little good.

All without a wand.

You don’t need one. Because you’re YOU!

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riends thought I’d lost it.

“Sarah. And yes—from Sometimes, I thought so too. I Florida. It’s my first snow.” mean, who would trade Florida He looked at my hands beaches for heaps of snow and cold? But and said, “That explains why you don’t after a rocky end to my relationship, I have any gloves on.” He pulled off his, needed a fresh start, and I couldn’t think of offering them to me. a better way than a change of scenery.

“No, I couldn’t! Then your hands I sipped a mug of hot chocowould be frozen.” late, mesmerized by the snow “I have work gloves in my “I caught swirling outside my window. pocket. Please—you can keep his eye as my them as a welcome gift.”

I’d never seen real snow, and it made me excited for all I slipped them on, the stomach did a the new adventures life had warmth from his hands still somersault” present, as my arms began to in store. I had accomplished three of three on my bucket tingle. “Thanks. Clearly, I’m list: moving to Vermont, changnew to all this. I have no idea ing jobs and officially owning my what I’m doing.” own condo with a view of the mountains.

“Well, first order of business: It’s a But something important was missing: Vermont requirement for any resident love. Not just love, but love with someone to learn how to make a snow angel,” thoughtful, fun, handsome…expectations he said, a glimmer in his eyes. only a fairy godmother could fulfill.

I sighed to myself, turning back to the Turn upside down for Brain window to watch the snow, when suddenly, I saw a flash of golden hair dashing through the white, a red leash dragging behind it. Uh-oh! I thought. A dog lost in a storm…I bet someone is looking for it.

I threw on my coat and rushed outside to see if I could coax him to me, but as it turned out, there was no coaxing necessary. The golden retriever acted as if we were old friends, wagging his tail as he bounded toward me. Behind him in the distance was a man running our way, his cheeks handsomely flushed from the cold.

“I see you’ve met Alex,” he huffed as he pulled to a stop in front of me.

“Alex, huh?” I said, catching his eye as my stomach did a somersault. “Yes, we’re already dear friends.”

He laughed. “I’m Ben Folds. You just moved here, right?”

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“Is that right? Sounds like I need lessons,” I shot back, meeting his gaze.

Ben’s enthusiasm was contagious. He demonstrated, falling back into the snow, fanning out his arms and legs repeatedly.

I joined in, fanning my own extremities as we giggled like kids.

“For the full experience, you have to melt snowflakes on your tongue.”

I followed Ben’s lead. “This makes me feel like a kid again.”

“Right? Just good, old-fashioned fun.”

Fun. The word echoed in my mind as one of my fairy godmother criteria. “This is the most I’ve had of that in a long time.”

Alex frolicked around us, comically nipping at snowflakes. Ben helped me up so we could see our creations.

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“So, snow angels are not only fun, but also beautiful,” I said.

His voice was low as he answered me.

“They aren’t the only thing that’s beaut…”

In an instant, our moment was interrupted by a cry from our neighbor. “Hey, Ben—have you heard the forecast?”

Ben grimaced comically at the interruption and called back. “No…what’s up?”

“Tons of snow coming. Better head to the community center.”

As it turned out, Ben was a storm volunteer at the condo’s community center.

During heavy storms, the power nearly always went out, and since the center had a generator, everyone sheltered there for heat.

“Gotta take off, Sarah—it was nice meeting you!” Ben said with a wave as he sprinted off with Alex.

Sure enough when I got back to my condo, the power was out. I was sure to see Ben at the center if I sheltered there. Would we pick up where we left off, or was I imagining a connection?

I stomped snow off my boots at the center door and took a deep breath when suddenly, I felt something wrap around my legs, trapping me in place. I looked down to a swirl of red dog leash. “Hey, Alex!”

Then, I heard a familiar voice say, “I see Alex found you again for me.”

“He captured me with his leash.”

Ben said, “Good boy,” with his big smile, patting Alex’s head. “Now, where were we?” Ben asked, looking at me with those beautiful eyes. “Right: I was going to ask if you’d go sledding with me after the storm.”

Instantly, I said, “Yes.” He was kind, thoughtful, fun and so handsome. No fairy godmother needed. —Karen Thurber TO ORDER A SUBSCRIPTION TO WOMAN’S WORLD OR FOR HELP WITH A SUBSCRIPTION: 800-216-6981 Woman’s World is published weekly. In the U.S., the subscription price for 50 issues is $59.60; in Canada, $109.60 in U.S. funds; for foreign orders, $134.60 in U.S. funds.

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This week’s Sudoku Mystery solution solution Detective Donald 1 6 7 5 2 4 9 3 8 noticed something 2 3 9 1 7 8 6 5 4 strange about 8 5 4 3 9 6 2 7 1 Wayland that 6 9 8 7 4 2 3 1 5 gave away the 7 2 3 6 1 5 4 8 9 5 4 1 8 3 9 7 6 2 whole plot. When 3 1 2 4 8 7 5 9 6 Wayland intro9 7 6 2 5 1 8 4 3 duced a question 4 8 5 9 6 3 1 2 7 with a sentence that began with a one-letter word (like I or A), the correct answer was always A. When his sentence began with a two-letter word (As, In), the answer was B. A three-letter word (The, Our, Now) meant the answer was C. Without these clues, Patterson missed the next three questions and lost the game.

YOUR HOROSCOPE

For the week of Sunday, January 9, to Saturday, January 15

by Maressa Brown CAPRICORN Dec. 22–Jan. 19 On the 9th, you’ll be feeling assertive in your relationships. Sharing how you feel brings harmony. From the 14th on, go back to the drawing board on a project related to your cash flow. You’ll find success by working with others.

AQUARIUS Jan. 20–Feb. 18 You could have a breakthrough alongside loved ones on the 11th.

Being open to new ideas bolsters your bonds! Then, revise your approach to your goals on the 15th. Moments of misunderstanding can help clarify your plans.

PISCES Feb. 19–Mar. 20 Your relationships are sure to get a boost on the 10th. Focus on a team project for a win! And come the 14th, look out for vivid dreams and flashbacks.

Unpacking their meaning can offer insight into your desires moving forward.

Your lucky days: January 10, 11, 12 Your lucky numbers: 2, 6, 8

Your lucky days: January 9, 13, 15 Your lucky numbers: 4, 5, 11

Your lucky days: January 10, 12, 15 Your lucky numbers: 3, 11, 12

ARIES Mar. 21–Apr. 19 Pitch a project to people you respect on the 12th. They’re sure to applaud your vision! Then, reconnect with old friends and colleagues on the 14th. It’s time to consider ways to collaborate and advance mutual aspirations.

TAURUS Apr. 20–May 20 Getting out of your comfort zone with friends comes easily on the 9th. Taking an eye-opening class or heading to a museum together strengthens your bond. On the 13th, focus on refining a big-picture goal. Believing in yourself is key!

GEMINI May 21–June 20 On the 13th, put your nose to the grindstone at work. With your heart in it, all will feel effortless! Come the 15th, you may have to slow down more than you would like. Take heart: It’ll help you figure out what you want in the long run.

Your lucky days: January 9, 13, 14 Your lucky numbers: 1, 10, 11

Your lucky days: January 11, 12, 15 Your lucky numbers: 2, 9, 10

Your lucky days: January 13, 14, 15 Your lucky numbers: 3, 9, 18

CANCER June 21–July 22 Working with a loved one proves pleasurable and productive on the 10th. Together, you can move the ball forward on a shared goal. Then, address an emotional issue with a loved one on the 12th. Speak from your heart for healing.

LEO July 23–Aug. 22 On the 13th, try a new mindbody practice. You may enjoy it so much that you make it part of your routine! On the 15th, revise your plan for hitting a goal with a loved one. Going back to the drawing board boosts your success!

VIRGO Aug. 23–Sept. 22 You’ll be feeling creative on the 9th.

Pouring your emotions into a selfexpressive project can prove gratifying! From the 14th on, revisit a mind-body routine that can have you feeling more centered (think a new type of yoga). You’ll soar!

Your lucky days: January 11, 12, 15 Your lucky numbers: 7, 8, 16

Your lucky days: January 9, 13, 15 Your lucky numbers: 6, 7, 15

Your lucky days: January 10, 11, 12 Your lucky numbers: 5, 6, 14

LIBRA Sept. 23–Oct. 22 Come the 10th, the mood is right for carving out time with loved ones. Taking a walk down memory lane proves heartwarming. On the 11th, pull a creative project off the back burner.

A fresh perspective leads to a win!

SCORPIO Oct. 23–Nov. 21 On the 8th, lively talks with friends stimulate your curiosity.

You may even land on an exciting idea to tackle together! Then, on the 14th, put your attention toward a paused home project. Tying up loose ends feels satisfying.

SAGITTARIUS Nov. 22–Dec. 21 Talk through a moneymaking action plan with a dear friend on the 9th. Their feedback could help you get clear on how to proceed. And from the 12th on, spending time with old friends feels fulfilling, intellectually and socially.

Your lucky days: January 13, 14, 15 Your lucky numbers: 4, 5, 15

Your lucky days: January 10, 12, 15 Your lucky numbers: 3, 4, 12

Your lucky days: January 9, 13, 14 Your lucky numbers: 2, 3, 9

Julia Louis-Dreyfus January 13, 1961

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It’s full speed ahead for you, Capricorn! For the rest of the month, Mercury will be moving backward through your income zone, nudging you to tie up loose ends with money. Once you’ve revised your plan, results will come! Until mid-February,

Year-ahead forecast for those born this week

communicator Mercury will be in your sign again, allowing you to gain clarity around your goals.

Talk them through with a trusted expert. From mid- to late March, Mercury moves through your communication zone, lighting up your social life. You may be so

busy running from one to-do to the next that you’ll need to build in time for self-care. And from late March to mid-April, curious Mercury’s trip through your home zone will see you spending more time connecting with loved ones. Enjoy!

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Happy Birthday!

What’s your favorite way to spend a snow day?

PERSONALIT Y INSIGHT

When the weather outside is frightful, we turn to the quieter, indoor hobbies that speak volumes about who we are. Read on to learn what your favorite winter-perfect diversion says about your innermost thoughts and passions

If you prefer…

Baking: You’re a serene mystery Equal parts art and science, your favorite snow-day escape is a testament to both your creativity and conscientiousness.

Though your multifaceted nature and “whole brain” thinking make you a bit hard to read at times, one thing is for sure: You bake not only to lift your own mood but to sweeten the lives of everyone lucky enough to be in your inner circle.

Curling up with a book:

You’re a warm people person From passionate love stories to intricate mysteries, the books that populate your bedside table shed light on your emotional intelligence. Indeed, identifying with characters helps us “read” others in real life. Compassionate and open-minded, you know that every work of great fiction reveals a larger truth about the relationships that define us and that make your life so rich and fulfilling.

Crafting: Getty (3); Alamy; Shutterstock. Text: Kristina Mastrocola

You’re an idealist When the forecast takes a turn for the worse, your resilient spirit takes a turn for the best.

Your love of crafting reflects just how much you seek to beautify the world, one small step at a time. Whether you’re designing a pretty wreath or DIY-ing a cute birdhouse, you exude a sunny attitude warm enough to melt the coldest of hearts—and coldest of days.

Puzzling: You’re an imaginative seer Jigsaws and winter fit together like, well, puzzle pieces. And while your fondness for this pastime speaks to your detail-oriented nature, it also hints at your creativity.

After all, folks with a vivid imagination often gravitate to this painstaking activity to help slow the racing thoughts that accompany an artistic temperament.

Catching up on TV: You’re a complex thinker Sinking into your sofa, and bingeing on your favorite shows suggests a fondness for serialized storytelling.

In other words, watching a program unfold over several episodes shows that you prefer complexity over simplicity and likely favor multilayered antiheroes over cookiecutter characters. A smart cookie yourself, you often guess the ending long before the credits roll.

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Everyday Hero

YouYou deserve deserve

Good things!

Proof that it only takes one person to make a difference

“My blankets are a special thank-you to our K-9 heroes!”

Every success starts with someone who has oceans of hope and determination, the courage to take a chance on themselves and the belief that they can and will make their dreams come true. And that’s someone who sounds just like you!

S

itting down at her sewing machine one day in 2018, Midge DeVenero-Reichardt felt a rush of excitement.

Since learning to sew in 2009, Midge had been making fleece blankets to donate to various charities—the homeless, kids with cancer, animal shelters. But recently, a couple had come by to check out a feral kitten she was fostering, and they got to chatting about her blanket project.

When Midge mentioned she was always looking for new recipients, they told her that local police departments had K-9 units that may need them.

A rush of adrenaline engulfed the Point Pleasant, New Jersey, widow, imagining

K-9 Officer Devante wears his blanket proudly…

these special dogs snuggled in one of her fleece blankets.

Midge contacted the Point Pleasant Beach and Point “I want them to know they Pleasant Borough police are appreciated,” says Midge departments. Each had two (right), with a grateful K-9 team dogs in service. Excited, Midge picked up some From there, Midge began brightly colored fabric with reaching out to police departpaw prints and made blankets ments all across the state. Her for all four dogs. The handlers heart soared as officers sent her were so touched and grateful thank-you emails and photos that Midge began contacting showing their dogs cozied up in other area police departments her warm fleecy blankets. that had K-9 units.

One officer shared how his “In appreciation of the daughters had a ritual of coverservice K-9 teams provide,” she explained, “I would like to make ing his dog in his K-9 blanket before going to bed each night. fleece blankets for your dogs.”

To date, Midge, 70, has Sergeant Peter Glass with made and donated 500 blanthe Ocean County Sheriff’s Department gave a list of seven kets, using her own money for supplies, and plans to continue dogs that would be blessed, he to give police K-9s somesaid, to have one of Midge’s thing to wag their tails about. blankets to cuddle up in after “I pour love and prayers into a long day out in the field.

He even offered each blanket,” Midge says. “I to pick up the hope when the K-9 handler blankets—and sees his partner wrapped in brought along two one of my blankets, he will be officers with their reminded that his K-9 team is K-9 partners. appreciated for the service they Seeing the dogs both provide and that there are wrapped in her prayers for blessings and proOfficer Caster blankets filled tection being said for them.” likes to nap on his Midge with joy.

—Diane Nichols

Has a person or animal come to your rescue? Share your own story with us, and we’ll pay you $200 if we publish it! Know of a hero? Send it to us! If you’re the first to share it and we publish it, we’ll pay you $50! Email your story with your name and phone number to: WWFeatures@WomansWorldMag.com.

Or mail to: Everyday Hero, Woman’s World, 270 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632.

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We pay $200!

Getty (3); Officer Rich Herzer; Sgt. Brian Howarth

You’ve got everything that makes happiness happen!

For years, Midge DeVenero-Reichardt enjoyed making blankets for local charities. But when she learned there were K-9 police dogs in her area that put their lives on the line every day, a new calling took flight in her heart!

Love & Laughter “I love you snow much !”

Christian, 3, submitted by Grandmother Ruthanne Mendillo, NJ

Pretty in pink!

Scarlette, 1, submitted by Grandmother Ann Brand, MI

teacher.

“I was born to be a I have red ink”

“Beanie there, done that !”

Jace, 22 months, submitted by Grandmother Elaine Morris, AL

“I’m not worried. edles” I’m not afraid of ne

“As we work to create light for others, we naturally light our own way” —Mary Anne Radmacher

M

y wife and I had preordered movie tickets before the film hit theaters, and we were really looking forward to it. That day, we excitedly grabbed a nice dinner beforehand, then headed to the theater. We showed our tickets to the usher and were about to walk in when he stopped us and said, “Sorry, folks, but your tickets are for tomorrow night!” There was nothing we could do but laugh at our mistake! Boy, were our faces red! —R.B., Ketchum, ID

Was my face red!

Ready for some fun!

Brooklyn, 2, submitted by Great-Aunt Christine Messum, ON

“We miss the dog days of summer !”

Submitted by Stacia Brochu, Rochester, NH

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