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Rediscovering holiday magic Dear Annie: While I don’t hate holidays, nor dread them, as “Holiday Anxiety” expressed, I don’t go “all in” either. I believe in moderation, in all things, including moderation. All my close family has gone to their rewards. None of my high school and earlier friends has time or money for more than immediate family, and my partner passed a decade ago. I’m 61 and find myself refreshingly able to control my own life. I do miss the family traditions, the scents and the decorations; I am also now aware of the time and effort my parents and grandparents put in to create these memories, and I am grateful. And I absolutely hate Halloween decor immediately replaced by Christmas stuff. Where’s Thanksgiving? For “Holiday Anxiety,” I suggest: 1. I make gift baskets for shelter animals and their keepers. Cat litter, dog food, paper towels and sanitizer might not seem very “gifty,” but you drop some off with gift cards and pet toys, and you’re a hero. I gave a local shelter administrator a glittery holiday card including $100; the lady burst into tears, which made me proud and happy. Spend $100 and get a million in gratitude back. 2. Our country is chock-a-block with kids who eat ketchup sandwich meals, if they eat at all. Shames me, ‘cuz even though I’m a disabled veteran, I have no excuse for being fat, ‘cept I eat too much and have too much. I give through the VA, Catholic charities, the Salvation Army and do food drives. If you hate the holidays, then make them better for someone else. You will benefit. Giving is the best reward. 3. Walk the streets and absorb the atmosphere. See the kids, bright-eyed and full of wonder; look at the window displays. Smell the food, the firewood, the goodies. Just be in the moment. 4. If possible, go ice skating. It is impossible to be bitter and holiday hatin’ on a pair of skates, especially if the ‘40s music is on. Try. You can’t, even on your butt. 5. A small decoration can work wonders. Unlike my parents, who created holiday displays visible from space - really — I have a four-foot artificial tree, decorated with heirloom ornaments and light strings. I buy pine-scented stuff, and, like the ‘70s high schooler I am still, I drape a cord of little lights around my bedroom. Those lil twinkly lights make me feel at home for the holidays. 6. Enjoy seasonal music. Force yourself if you “hate” it. Listen to the Christian and
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secular, feel and fall into the lyrics. You’ll feel better. And if your writer can do none of this, that’s fine, too. Some folk just can’t. I wish I could reach out and share my take on the holidays with “Holiday Anxiety,” ‘cuz I used to think I hated them, too. I’m alone, but not lonely. I’m not a Christian, but love the idea of Christmas. I take Thanksgiving very seriously, as I have much for which to be thankful. I don’t “decorate” nor do I “buy special things,” and all with whom I would have exchanged gifts are deceased. And given my lack of kitchen skill, any cookies I made would most likely get me arrested or find me homeless, after burning my house down. But I enjoy the season, simply because I enjoy the pleasure of others. I cannot Grinch in the presence of joy, just can’t. Is it possible “Holiday Anxiety” could come to the “light,” just accept the message and ignore the commercialism? Peace, safety, and love upon you and yours, ma’am, in this time of turmoil and disruption. — Ryan C. Dear Ryan: I couldn’t have said it better myself. Giving and appreciating what we have are the best rewards. Thank you for sharing and spreading some holiday cheer. ——— Dear Annie: If “Disheartened” wants to marry her boyfriend of 10 years and he’s not proposing, then why doesn’t SHE propose? At least she’ll get an answer one way or another. — Stephanie Dear Stephanie: I appreciate the straightforwardness of this advice — wish I’d thought of it myself!
No plastic planet, please
Dear Annie: We all know plastics are polluting our oceans. I don’t have numbers, but the proportion of balloons amidst us is frightening. In my family, we released balloons to send love to a child lost too young. Although we did it before plastic statistics were the norm, it still makes me cringe. Please ask your readers to celebrate a life or occasion with natural resources. Maybe your readers can even write to you with some suggestions. — No More Balloons Dear Balloons: Thank you for your letter. While balloons are celebratory, you are correct that they can pose a risk to wildlife and the environment. The most responsible thing to do is to find a natural resource for celebrations instead, such as flowers, candles or even planting a tree. If you do use balloons, make sure they are deflated and cut up and put into the trash so they don’t end up in oceans or waterways or consumed by wildlife. Like you, I’m curious if readers have additional suggestions or comments. ——— Dear Annie: I am a 23-year-old single mom HELP WANTED of three children. I just Wastewater Treatment Plant had a newborn son last Operator I/II, Public Works U&O month, and my daughSalary: $4,518.80 - $6,042.40 Monthly; ters are in preschool City of Davis, 23 Russell Blvd., Davis, CA and kindergarten. I live 95616. FFD: 11/30/2020. See job bulletin with my mom, my at www.cityofdavis.org for min. req. or call (530) 757-5644, TDD (530) 757-5666; 18-year-old sister and City emp. appl. req. EOE. my 15-year-old brother. I do everything for my kids. Is it wrong for me to
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ask for help getting them ready or washing bottles or even watching the baby every now and then? I have mental health problems, and my whole family knows this, yet I get up every two hours with the baby and still have to get up at 5 a.m. to get everyone ready for school. The purpose of my moving in with my mom was to help me out because my husband died. Annie, am I being entitled, or is it OK to ask for help? — Young Mommy Dear Mommy: No, you are not being entitled, and YES, you should ask for help. You have trauma from losing your husband and have three children under the age of 5. Of course you need help. In fact, if your mom and siblings won’t help you out, they are being entitled. “It takes a village to raise a child” is an African proverb that means it takes a community effort for children to grow up in a safe and healthy environment, and that definitely applies here. You also mentioned that you have mental health problems. Ask for more help — from your mom and siblings but also from your church or community. You could also seek support through government programs including Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). Best of luck to you and your family.
Responsible tech Dear Annie: My husband and I have two teenage children, and both of us work out of the home. We try hard to be engaged in our children’s lives and be aware of everything they’re doing. As working parents, it’s not easy, but we try hard. As our children have become teenagers, we’ve noticed them becoming increasingly more addicted to their phones. We’ve set all types of guard rails around screen time, acceptable apps and taking their phones into their bedrooms. They listened much better when they first received their phones. Lately, they’ve been exploiting every opportunity to abuse the rules. My husband and I have tried to crack down, but we’re just not able to constantly be alert. We know it’s important to crack down, so I wanted to reach out and see if you have any advice. Thank you. — Confused About Cellphones Dear Cellphones: First, I applaud you for your focus on this issue. Since you both work, it makes sense for your kids to have cellphones so you can communicate with them as needed. However, screen time can be a serious issue that impacts social development, communication skills, schoolwork and many other important areas. Other issues including cyberbullying can arise as well. You and your husband should begin by staying firm on your rules for cellphone use. Also, there should be no cellphones in their bedrooms, particularly at night, or at the dining table. In fact, phones should be silenced or turned off during meals. Put parental controls and locks on apps when possible, and maintain the right to conduct random searches of their call log, email and apps. Have your children sign a contract that enforces escalating punishment, such as a 24-hour period without their phone for the first infraction, 48 hours for the second, 72 hours for the third, etc. You may do all this in a positive way. Let them know that you are going to give them independence to use their phones but hold them accountable to using them in a mature and thoughtful way. Have a conversation about cyberbullying, phone etiquette and the dangers of posting or sending messages without understanding
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Public Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Filed: March 13, 2020 FBN Number: F20200273 1. Fictitious Business Name(s) Underdog Decals 2. Street Address, City, State and Zip of Principal Place of Business in California. Business is located in Yolo County. 838 L Street Davis, CA 95616 3. List Full Name(s) of Registrant(s), Residence Address, State, and Zip Brent Nolen Coker Elena Kathleen Coker 838 L Street Davis, CA 95616 4. Business Classification: A Married Couple 5. Beginning Date of Business: The Registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: January 1, 2020 “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) 6. Signature of Registrant(s): Brent Nolen Coker 1052 11/15, 11/22, 11/29, 12/6
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Filed: November 17, 2020 FBN Number: F20200931 1. Fictitious Business Name(s) Galileo Place Adult Day Program 2. Street Address, City, State and Zip of Principal Place of Business in California. Business is located in Yolo County. 1909 Galileo Court, Suite C Davis, CA 95618 Mailing address: P.O. Box 1014 Davis, CA 95617 3. List Full Name(s) of Registrant(s), Residence Address, State, and Zip Yolo Hospice Inc. 1909 Galileo Court, Suite A Davis, CA 95618 4. Business Classification: Corporation 5. Beginning Date of Business: The Registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) 6. Signature of Registrant(s): Craig Dresang CEO, Yolo Hospice Inc. 11/22, 11/29, 12/6, 12/13 1059
long-term implications. Encourage your children to communicate openly with you about any issues they may have or anything that is making them uncomfortable. Good luck! ——— Dear Annie: My only child, “Frank,” died unexpectedly on July 14, 2019. He was 34 years old. I want to tell all parents who worry that they don’t get to see their adult children often enough to appreciate each moment with their happy and healthy children. The pain of losing a child will never go away or ease. So, even though you may not see them as often as you want, treasure each moment. — Still Hurting Dear Still Hurting: I can feel the — very understandable — pain in your letter and am so very sorry you lost your son. You highlight an important message: Be grateful for each day, and each day spent with a loved one. Life is a gift to be treasured.
Want to keep working from home
Dear Annie: I am in my mid-20s and fortunate enough to have a job that I’ve been able to do remotely since the outbreak of the pandemic back in March. Working from home has its drawbacks, but on the whole, I’ve come to really enjoy it. For one, I used to drive an hour and 15 minutes each way for work. During the time I used to be sitting in traffic in the morning, I am able to wake up, make myself a nice breakfast, call my parents and even meditate. I log on for the day feeling ready to go. After work, I jog or walk two miles, and then make dinner, all before the time I used to get home. And I’ve actually gotten to know my coworkers better during this pandemic than I did before, as we make more of an effort to catch up with one another and set up “happy hours” via Zoom, when we never went out to happy hours together in real life. I know that I am incredibly lucky to have a job at all right now, especially one where I’m able to work from the comfort and safety of my own home. (I want to acknowledge the fact that there are frontline workers who have had to risk their lives every day just to keep an income, and others who have been laid off for months now, with dwindling unemployment funds.) So, I don’t mean to sound like I’m whining, but I really don’t want to return to the office and that commute. Moving closer to the office is not an option, as I can’t afford the rent in that part of town. Am I the only one wishing I could keep working from home? And should I try talking to my boss, when the time comes for us to return to the office, to see if I might be able to continue working from home? I know that, in general, he’s never loved the idea of remote work. — Working From Home Works Dear Working From Home Works: You’re right. You are lucky — and not just because you’ve held onto your job and health during this tumultuous year. You’re lucky because you’ve been given a unique opportunity to evaluate what is important in your life, what helps you to feel healthy and grounded. Don’t squander the lesson. When a return to the office seems imminent, talk to your boss. In the past, he didn’t like the idea of remote work, but that was before the world turned upsidedown. He might have gained some insights this year as well, about what’s possible with remote employees. It won’t hurt to ask; it will hurt not to. If you get shot down, then decide how much of a priority it is to you to be able to work remotely, and plan your next career move accordingly.
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Filed: December 3, 2020 FBN Number: F20200968 1. Fictitious Business Name(s) MISHKASPENLAB.COM 2. Street Address, City, State and Zip of Principal Place of Business in California. Business is located in Yolo County. 610 Second Street Davis, CA 95616 3. List Full Name(s) of Registrant(s), Residence Address, State, and Zip ARMISI INC. 222 Rice Lane Davis, CA 95616 4. Business Classification: Corporation 5. Beginning Date of Business: The Registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) 6. Signature of Registrant(s): Sinisa Novakovic, President 12/6, 12/13, 12/20, 12/27 1075
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Filed: December 3, 2020 FBN Number: F20200969 1. Fictitious Business Name(s) The Orange Tree Apartments 2. Street Address, City, State and Zip of Principal Place of Business in California. Business is located in Yolo County. 311 7th Street Davis, CA 95616 Mailing address: 707 Pamplona Ave. Davis, CA 95616 3. List Full Name(s) of Registrant(s), Residence Address, State, and Zip Shuching Wang 707 Pamplona Ave. Davis, CA 95616; Hung Jung Lin 436 Avocet Ave. Davis, CA 95616 4. Business Classification: Joint Venture 5. Beginning Date of Business: The Registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) 6. Signature of Registrant(s): Shuching Wang 12/6, 12/13, 12/20, 12/27 1076
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Filed: December 4, 2020 FBN Number: F20200975 1. Fictitious Business Name(s) Picnic Table Farm 2. Street Address, City, State and Zip of Principal Place of Business in California. Business is located in Yolo County. 3218 Morro Bay Ave. Davis, CA 95616 3. List Full Name(s) of Registrant(s), Residence Address, State, and Zip Paul Boulware 3218 Morro Bay Ave. Davis, CA 95616 4. Business Classification: Individual 5. Beginning Date of Business: The Registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) 6. Signature of Registrant(s): Paul Boulware 12/6, 12/13, 12/20, 12/27 1077