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What’s On Your Bucket List? sights, towns and people. They talk about relationships in close quarters and have more than a few tips about what to take with you and what to leave behind, physically and philosophically.

Dear Readers,

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he wander bug always seems to bite me this time of year. Maybe it’s a result of too many sweltering summer months cooped Tracie Lukens, Editor up indoors. (Globally, this year’s been the hottest on record since we started taking notes on these things around the 1880s.)

This is not a treatise on global warming, but rather, on global exploration! This month is all about travel, “seeing it all” and finding fun ways to mix work, retirement and opportunities to knock items off of your bucket list.

The image on the cover of the magazine this month was taken by our office manager, Vicki, while she was fulfilling one of her dreams: hot air ballooning.

“Going up in a hot air balloon was definitely on my list, and I did it!” she cheered. It was a Florida trip that left from Quail Hollow and landed in Land ‘O Lakes. “It was cool; I was afraid of heights, but it didn’t bother me because it went up slow and gentle,” she said.

Her next mission: Catch a sailfish.

I was curious about the bucket lists of the rest of my office mates, so I took a quick survey.

Some longed for cooler climes: “I want to see the Northern Lights. I’d love to be up there. Living somewhere cool would be right up there on the list,” said president Richard Reeves.

“I’d like to live up north,” said sales and event coordinator Dena Bingham. “I’d also like to go to Scandinavia someday.”

For Linda Seavey, our production manager, list items were about the rare or spontaneous.

“I want to start a slow clap. You know, somewhere big—like an arena or

Photo by Vicki Willis

stadium,” she told me. “I’d also like to see a pod of whales.”

Meanwhile, Allie, our web and office guru, has already ticked a few items off her list and is ready to add more.

“I’ve accomplished a lot already,” she said. “I watched a pro football game between the Bucs and the Bengals. The Bengals won,” she added.

“And on my fiftieth birthday I jumped out of a perfectly good airplane.

“My ultimate goal,” she said, “is to be in a position where I can sell everything I own, buy an RV and travel the country for the rest of my life, because there’s so much out there. Spend the kids’ inheritance!” she laughed.

As for me, I’ve always wanted to see the glow worm caves in New Zealand.

Pretty much anything in New Zealand, actually. I’m not picky.

Wisdom from the road There are more than a few snowbirds out there living Allie’s dream right now.

You may be one of them, and I’m very happy you’re reading us from wherever the road has taken you.

In this issue, we hear about two snowbirds who decided to put nuggets of wisdom gained from their first trip into a memoir—everything from restoring a vintage RV and surviving a gauntlet of repairs to stumbling across amazing

WWII August 15 marked the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II. For that mystery soldier who kissed a nurse in Times Square, and for other members of the Greatest Generation, it’s a time to remember a victory bought by bravery, sacrifice and more than a few hard choices. Spiritof45.org is a site created to honor those individuals and their families, and to share their stories. It’s worth checking out.

News!

We also have some news at the magazine, both good and bittersweet.

The good: We’re announcing a brand new Polk edition of our magazine starting in October! We’re excited to better reach our 50+ followers in Lakeland, Bartow, Winter Haven and Lake Wales, and to connect them with helpful services and fun goings on in the area. Great things are coming!

The bittersweet: Edith “Pat” Brunner, Vicki’s mother, passed away last month shortly after her 80th birthday.

We’ll miss the vibrant, no-nonsense woman who would volunteer at our Fun Fest events, run circles around us young’uns and make us all laugh at the end of a long day. I’ll miss her beautiful gardens and the afternoons she spent teaching me how to play the Wii. I like to think she’s looking down on all of us from one of Vicki’s hot air balloons, hitting the last and best item on her bucket list, rising slow and gentle.

—Tracie Lukens

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By Vicki Willis

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ne of my fondest memories of Mom is playing jacks. We usually did not even have a TV, so we would spend hours sitting on the kitchen floor playing jacks.

And I want you to know she was very good at it.

I don’t think I was ever able to beat her. A few years ago while on vacation with some of the girls, I got out the jacks and found that I can still throw a pretty mean jack ball.

Some of you have a plant or a cutting from Mom’s garden that will bring you memories for years to come.

Some of you were Mom’s Babies and have your special memories of her.

Some of you are friends or family that were touched by her in one way or another.

However you knew her, we will all miss her, and I would like to thank you all for being part of her life.

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Vicki (L), Karen (R) and Edith “Pat” (Center)

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Florida Athletes Bring Home Gold at National Senior Games

By Nick Gandy, Florida Sports Foundation

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hey traveled anywhere from 1,300 to 1,800 miles to represent the State of Florida. The 469 Florida Senior Athletes made their presence known, winning a total of 346 medals at the 2015 National Senior Games in Bloomington/ Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota.

The 346 medals won ranked third among the 50 U.S. states and six Canadian provinces competing, just behind hostShirley Chase, “Freedom Spirit of Florida,” state Minnesota and California. Florida Kamal Chaudhari, St. Augustine Temple Terrace Tampa Bay athletes won 123 gold, 107 silver and 116 bronze medals, according to the “Medal the National Senior Games and in the and mixed doubles in the 75 – 79 age Count,” posted on www.nsga.com. top three of the medal count, shows that group. Chaudhari has been competing The biennial event featured 13 days our state is home to many outstanding in the Florida Senior Games since 1997. of competition this summer with nearly competitors who just so happen to be In softball’s women 75+ category, 10,000 athletes competing in 19 sports. 50 and over,” said FSF Senior Vice “Freedom Spirit of Florida” shone.

Florida swimmers led the way with 57 President Stephen Rodriguez, who The team of spirited ladies from Tampa, medals (14 gold, 25 silver, 18 bronze) also serves as Board Chairman for the Pinellas Park, Largo, Leesburg, St. followed by track and field athletes National Senior Games Association.

Petersburg, The Villages and Venice won with 39 medals (10 gold, 18 silver, 11 bronze and several individual medals.

Florida Senior Athlete Highlights at the bronze). Florida’s bowling athletes 2015 National Senior Games included: won 30 total medals and cyclists won Another Florida two-sport athlete, Ryan 20 medals. The State of Florida won at Kamal Chaudhari of Temple Terrace Beighley of The Villages, turned in medal least one medal in each of the 19 sports was the lone badminton player from -winning performances in the pool and on and two demonstration sports. the State of Florida. He represented the the track. He won two gold and a silver “The fact that Florida is typically in the state well, winning two gold and a silver swimming medal, and silver in the javelin top five state delegations represented at medal playing singles, men’s doubles throw in the 90 – 94 age group. Beighley’s

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wife, Marty, also brought home some hardware after winning two gold and five silver medals in the 70 – 74 age group.

Ryan met Marty on a 191-mile Ragnar Relay Run from Miami to Key West and the pair married two years ago. They have been competing together in the Florida Senior Games for three years.

It may have taken St. Augustine’s Shirley Chase nearly 30 minutes to swim the 34 laps of her four freestyle events, but the 90-year-old swimmer accomplished a goal two years in the making. Chase informed her family two years ago she would swim at the 2015 National Senior Games and they all needed to be in attendance. Her training program included lap swimming three times a week, yoga and light weightlifting three days a week. On July 9, she began swimming the last of her four freestyle events, the 20 lap, 500 yard freestyle.

Nearly 18 minutes later, she touched the wall for the final time for a gold medal and was greeted with applause from her children and grandchildren. Chase won bronze medals in the 50, 100 and 200 yard freestyle events.

To learn more, visit www.nsga.com.

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Snowbirds: Life Lessons From The Road

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ike many a retired couple, Jo Ann Bender and her husband Frederick (Bud) Budinger, a.k.a. ‘Skipper,’ thought it would be a grand adventure and a dream come true. So they upgraded the interior of a $7,000, l973 Ford motor home and spent $3,000 in repairs, hoping that would be sufficient to fix the engine. Then they hit the road on a 2,000-mile, two month semibusiness trip from Spokane to Texas.

The trip required $2,000 a month for fuel, food, camping and $1,500 for repairs. This was less than they would have had to pay at home during the two highest months of utility bills.

Insurance of the car left at home was lessened by being “on vacation.”

But the trip in a vintage teal-andwhite RV named “Our Girl” was not without its ups and downs, including a nightmare of breakdowns by the side of the road, and hours spent searching for and getting help from mechanics everywhere along the route.

They learned new skills as navigators and mechanics as they plowed joyfully ahead with their cantankerous little motor home looking for free parking.

And along the way, Jo Ann records her experiences and the many discoveries she and Skipper make during the course of their journey. Here are a few discoveries, life lessons and tips:

On Challenges One of major problems with life in an RV, according to the Benders, is that things have a way of disappearing that become a waste of energy, frustration and loss of good feelings.

When you’re on the road, it’s difficult to do more than get from one destination to another, especially when weather conditions make driving hazardous.

“Road Gods must be similar to River Gods: they like to claim something for themselves,” Bender writes. “In Portland, it was a turtleneck left in a dryer.”

An RV also brings out the best and the worst in personal relationships. Small spaces are ideal for some couples. For others, even with outdoor living possible under awnings, there is nowhere to get away from each other.

As Skipper points out at one point in frustration, “There’s no place to have a good fight in such a small space.”

On Purchasing an RV “We had one rule when choosing our discretionary home on wheels, and that was to never buy one unless it was at least five years old. New RVs depreciate fifty percent in the first five years. After that, the price goes down another two percent or so each year.

“Buy a motor home, but buy one you can afford without hurting your quality of life so you can love—not resent—it. It will be the best decision you ever made.”

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Essential Items for a Snowbird trip 1. The trip log with tickler notes 2. Frozen, easy-to-cook meals, prepared at home and placed in freezer bags, laid flat 3. A map for each state 4. Small and medium-size baggies 5. New wiper blades 6. Bathrobes and slippers 7. Gifts representing our state (apples, handmade items, a cookbook we wrote) 8. Easygoing companion with a sense of humor 9. Tool kit with wrenches, sockets and fuses 10. Rolls of quarters for laundry, tolls, phone calls, gambling (minimum of sixty dollars in cash for each day we’ll be on the road for groceries, attractions and cash-only service stations) 11. Flashlight for each occupant, plus a spare for the person who can’t find theirs 12. Flood lamp 13. Medications. Walk-in clinics often won’t help a transient because of the need to have patient follow-up Helpful Tips Local lunch: “On the road, lunch at a restaurant is essential to experience the culture of an area, because even the taste of the water can be different,” JoAnn writes.

Community clubs: “Visiting a noon club meeting of a local community group, when possible, leads to local information and possible friendships. Skipper is a longtime Rotarian, and we were invited to a Texas ranch to enjoy the food, a horse ride and a trip to see the Marfa Lights because of that.”

Laundry: “Rolling parcels of clothes with a day’s wear worked well and left extra storage space in drawers.”

Look for free sites: “In the Southwest, especially in the desert surrounding Quartzite, Arizona, the Bureau of Land Management has thousands of free sites.”

JoAnn Bender and Frederick Budinger

Mail: “General delivery at U.S. Postal Service mail stops worked exceedingly well. We canceled magazines, prepaid as many bills as possible and had a friend sort mail and forward it to general delivery in whatever city we directed. It never failed to arrive on time.”

Road Wisdom Time: “As we drove down the lonely highway, a tape played and I heard the words, ‘Fill your dreams with sweet tomorrows,’ and I started to glow all over. I wondered what time it had gotten to be and noticed that I was not wearing my watch,” JoAnn writes.

“We didn’t care about time. Deadlines were part of another world. Time chimes differently for snowbirds. Long, lazy fifteen minute showers, late nights and sleep-in mornings: luxuries of time substituted for money; time to follow strange and unknown roads wherever they might take you,” she says.

Destiny: “During an RV journey, there is a sense of being on a journey along a predestined path. The inner spirit shines.”

Distance: “The longer a journey, the farther the distancing from the past.”

Trouble: “There are dangers wherever you go, yet when you are on the road you seem to bump into good people. When you need help, somehow you get it.”

The Best Part of The Trip Bender and Budinger’s trip took them to hot springs, Indian ruins, Western forts, the Marfa Lights, and a Mariachi Mass at a San Antonio Mission, among other memorable and surprising adventures.

“The RV world is vast,” JoAnn writes.

“It is as beautiful and challenging as this wonderful world we call home—the U.S. of A. We went off to explore parts of it and returned feeling the responsibility and privileges of being a citizen.

“When we viewed and drove miles of golden lands, we thanked our country for the good roads that allowed us the opportunity, at little cost, to explore so we could meet diverse people and savor foods and other lifestyles.”

JoAnn Bender is the author of Lebensborn and Rusting Springs. She and her husband, Frederick (Bud) Budinger, aka “Skipper,” live in the mountains of Washington State a few miles south of the Canadian border.

For more road wisdom, check out their book, “Snowbirds, A Memoir” available on amazon.com.

Around Town

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AARP of Greater Brandon meeting.

11:30 a.m. at 502 Sadie St., Brandon Community Center. We have speakers, games and parties, etc. Everyone over 55 is welcome and bring a friend. We furnish beverages and dessert. Free to attend. 813-689-6590.

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through 17 Napoleon Wineamite presents WineFest, Tampa Theatre’s 14th annual movie-themed wine and food event. Watch the movie “Napoleon Dynamite,” attend Wine Tasting and “Eat the FOOD” events and much more. Dates, prices and times vary. More info at 813-274-8286.

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3rd Annual Craft Show. Enjoy hundreds of homemade crafts for all ages and occasions, food, raffles, bake sale, blood drive and more. All proceeds to charity. Free and open to the public. 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Brandon Moose Lodge, Valrico. 813-689-6043.

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9-11 Remembrance Ceremony.

Veteran’s Park, Rte. 301, Tampa.

Food, live music, raffles. 11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. $10/$15 includes meal and grand prize entry. If riding, meet at Harley Davidson of Brandon. Registration 9 – 10 a.m. Kick stands up at 10:30 a.m. 813-802-9783 or http://amvetspost44.org/calendar/.

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and 13 Florida Sportsman Expo.

Enjoy two days of info, demos and vendors for indoor and outdoor products and events. Anglers, hunters, boaters, off-roaders and gun enthusiasts welcome. $8. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Florida State Fairgrounds, Tampa. Info: 800-345-3247 or floridastatefair.com.

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The Tampa Area Parkinsons Support Group meets at North Tampa Library, 8916 N. Boulevard (south of Busch Blvd.) Free to attend.

1 – 3 p.m. 813-932-6902.

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Scams, Schemes & Scoundrels 2015. Learn what to look for and what you can do about it. Free to the public and lunch will be provided. 12 – 1 p.m.

Memorial Hospital Auditorium, Tampa.

Please call 813-342-1313 to RSVP.

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Flicks and Food Trucks. Get your forks ready and join in for the food truck action. Food, movies, live music and local beers. Free admission.

6 – 10 p.m. The Grand Central at Kennedy, Tampa. 813-274-8211. Visit tampabaymarkets.com.

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Steven Lolli, Comedian. Come hear the star of the “High Class Proverty” Comedy Tour as he shows you how he earned his underground status as the only white, Jewish comedian in black comedy clubs in south LA. $17/$23.

8 – 10 p.m. Carrollwood Cultrual Center, Tampa. 812-922-8167.

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German Village Square. The smell of strudel and schnitzel will fill the main terminal. Enjoy the music, food, beer, wine tasting and other entertainment celebrating the new nonstop service to Frankfurt. Free and open to the public. 4:30 p.m. Tampa International Airport. 813-870-8700.

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and 20 Christmas in September.

Handmade creations by local and national artists and crafters. Custom home décor, unique gifts, wine slushies and more. $6 ($2 off with canned good donation) 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Florida State Fairgrounds, Tampa. 386-860-0092.

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Lifestyles After 50 Fun Fest and Crazy Legs Fun Walk. Free admission, free entertainment, free health screenings, free coffee and snacks, free bingo with prizes. Crazy Legs Fun Walk before the event begins. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Brandon Community Center. Directions: 813-635-8179. Info: 813-653-1988.

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Harbour Island Art Walk. Take a stroll with amazing art and creative vendors, listen to the cruise ships leaving the dock and see all the fine arts Tampa has to offer. Free admission and entertainment. 12 – 5 p.m. Harbour Island on the Waterfront, Tampa. 813-451-7936.

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Great Grandma Finds Inspiration For First Children’s Book

By Tracie Lukens

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an you make this out to my grandkids?” asked one woman in the book signing line, handing a copy of “Skippy” to author Henrietta Moricz.

It’s Moricz’ first children’s book, with five more in the works, adding ‘published writer’ to the 86-year-old’s list of accomplishments. She signed her new book enthusiastically.

Moricz, a current resident of Hawthorne Village in Brandon, Florida, was born in Massachusetts but spent most of her life in New York. She’s always had a talent for writing; when she was 20, she got a job as a script writer for a radio station in New York city. In the fifties, she and her family relocated to Florida.

I asked her how she got the idea for her children’s book.

“I was bored one day, and I was looking out the window at a squirrel that was there, and I decided to feed him. So my daughter and I went down to the courtyard. I looked down and the squirrel was beside me, so I gave him a Cheez-It. He wanted another one, and my daughter took a picture of him eating it.

After that, I started writing about him. Whenever I had the urge to write, I wrote about ‘Skippy’ the squirrel.

Now that I’ve gotten into it, I feel excitied about Skippy; I almost feel as if he were real.”

Her daughters Brenda, Bonnie and Ellie encouraged her to publish her stories, and helped her find a publisher and illustrator. The process took about eight months, and so far Moricz has sold over 200 copies.

Writing books with a positive message is her ultimate goal. “Skippy” follows a day in the life of a hungry squirrel whose bird neighbor eats all of the food before he can have any. But when his neighbor is hurt, Skippy comes to his aid. Her book teaches children the importance of sharing, while her next book, which follows a mouse named Chester, is about helping a friend.

“I make sure each one of the books has a moral. Each one ends with something

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When Moricz isn’t writing, she enjoys reading, crosswords and bingo, and she’s a diehard NASCAR fan. There’s a competition among her friends at Hawthorne when it comes to races.

“Each week, we see who can pick the winner. Last year, I won our fantasy pool!” she cheered.

She’s also busy marrying people. “For twenty years I have been a notary public,” she said with a grin. “I’ve married several couples—by ocean, church, bowling alleys, you name it.

This past week, I married one of the nurses who worked here.”

What’s next for Moricz? Her writing career is just starting, and her and her daughters are excited.

Moricz said that they plan to make Skippy available on Amazon, but for now her two daughters sell them. Moricz also sells them out of her room at Hawthorne for $7.

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This Month in History 1945: On Sept. 2, President Harry Truman declares V-J Day (Victory over Japan Day) commemorating the formal Japanese surrender to the Allies aboard the U.S.S. Missouri in Tokyo Bay.

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his August 15 and September 2 mark the 70th Anniversary of the end of World War II. Here are some other notable moments in history this month: 1620: The Mayflower sets sail from Plymouth, England, carrying pilgrims to the New World.

1789: New York City becomes the first national capital of the United States under the new United States Constitution. The U.S. Postal Service is founded.

1813: The image of “Uncle Sam,” a symbol of America, is first used.

1956: Elvis Presley first appears on the Ed Sullivan Show.

The famous “V-J Day in Times Square” photo by Alfred Eisenstaedt

1921: The first Miss America beauty Pageant is held in Atlantic City, N.J. 1936: Puppeteer Jim Henson, creator of the Muppets, is born in Greenville, Mississippi.

1939: Hitler’s armies invade Poland, on Sept. 1, starting World War II in Europe.

1962: The Beatles record their first single, “Love Me Do.”.

1966: premiered on television.

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1981: Sandra Day O’Connor becomes the first female Supreme Court Justice.

2001: Islamic Al-Qaeda militants fly planes into NYC’s twin World Trade Towers and the Pentagon.

From internet sources.

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Dress Up Years-old dresses, leisure suits, feather boas… they might be ten sizes too big for your grandchildren but you can bet they’ll want to strut around in them.

Tip: Everything old is new again. Those clothes you haven’t worn since the 1960s? We bet your teen grandchildren will think they’re hip and get some real use out of them.

Swap Skills Make plans for a skill-swap day — the kids teach you something, and you teach them something. Consider teaching the kids a classic card game or how to shuffle cards, while they teach you to play a new video game. Or teach them a simple piano scale, then let them teach you their favorite dance moves. This is a terrific way to strengthen the bond between you and your grandchildren and make memories you both will cherish.

Make and Bury a Time Capsule Using a large jar with a good, tight seal, make a time capsule by filling the jar with items that reflect this moment in time – a newspaper with events of the day; a television guide, to give people an idea of what was on; music CDs; personal photographs, and any other significant items. Bury the time capsule and write down the exact location. Put that piece of paper in the file with your will or in a safety deposit box.

Tip: Write a personal note to a include in the capsule.

Download an iPod Walking Tour Make your next walk together more interesting. Look online to find an audio walking tour in your area and download it onto your iPods and iPhones. You can listen to the same thing and learn at the same time. You’ll both find out about historic buildings, neighborhoods, or museums in your area that you may have never known existed. Two great websites to try: tourcaster.com and audible.com.

Mentos Soda Explosion This experiment was a YouTube sensation a few years ago. Do it outside.

Take the cap off a brand new, two-liter bottle of Diet Coke. Drop a sleeve of Mentos candies into the bottle, step back, and wait for science to take over.

The explosion of Diet Coke into the air is pretty cool, and not a bad way to explain how mixing certain things can sometimes have an unexpected effect.

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The Senator Makes a Comeback

them into something,” his month, artists Hughes said. are paying tribute The Museum of to one of Florida’s lost Seminole County historic landmarks in an History will host an extraordinary way. exhibit, “The Senator’s Some of you may Sculptures: Ancient remember or have visited Wood Reborn,” a “The Senator” before. This display presenting 3,500-year-old behemoth works crafted by was the biggest and oldest Florida artists using pond cypress tree in the remains from the world. At 125 feet tall, Senator tree. Through with a trunk diameter of September 30, over 17.5 feet, it towered over 100 pieces of wood its home in Big Tree Park in Longwood, Florida People admiring the Senator at sculptures created by before a visitor’s cigarette Big Tree Park in Longwood (1946). 18 artists will be on accidentally burned it Photo from floridamemory.com display at the Museum.

Among the works, down on January 16, 2012. six ten-foot-tall panels were finished Upon hearing the heartbreaking news, Bob and mounted to mimic the Senator’s Hughes, the owner of a Geneva sawmill circumference of 35 feet, recreating the and rescued wood shop, collaborated with footprint of the Big Tree inside the exhibit.

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Which Florida Orchestra Concerts Fit You? A Guide

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Lifestyles After 50 Announces New Edition!

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ifestyles After 50 is excited to announce its brand new Polk Edition, starting in October, 2015!

This new edition will cover events and happenings all across Lakeland, Winter Haven, Bartow, Lake Wales and more, as well as providing great information on travel, health, finance and retirement living that are the hallmarks of our other five editions across Florida’s west coast.

“I am very excited about this new edition,” says publisher Kathy Beck. “The Polk County Senior Market is almost twice the size of Hillsborough County and has been underserved for a long time.

Lifestyles After 50 will offer the opportunity to connect the 50-plus market to all that Polk County has to offer.”

“Lifestyles After 50 is currently distributed in eleven counties throughout the west coast of Florida, from the Villages to Naples. Polk county offers the most logical next step for us as we provide news, entertainment and valuable health information for our readers,” says president Richard Reeves.

Life In Polk County Our goal is to connect our active, 50+ readers with the best local services and area attractions.

Resting between Tampa and Orlando, Polk County may seem like a laidback community to the average visitor, but residents know that there’s always something going on.

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It’s an exciting mix of old Florida and new in Lakeland. A trip to Dixieland is like stepping back into the ‘50s, with retro and mod-themed architecture on shops and restaurants and residential streets lined with old Craftsman-style houses.

While nearby, Legoland, Winter Haven visible from I-4, Florida Polytechnic University’s cuttingedge design is a landmark that proves that the city has its eye on the future.

The Lakeland Center is the heart of the arts in the city, hosting regular concerts, theater performances, comedy and Taking up the former residence of conventions. Catch an independent film at Cypress Gardens, LEGOLAND is the historic Polk Theatre or walk through making a huge splash in Winter Haven, the architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright at inviting families and fans to explore Florida Southern College. There’s more larger-than-life LEGO worlds like to do downtown with regular food truck Chima and Ninjago, to cool off at their nights, bands, drinks at the Lakeland water park, enjoy rides and shows and Brewery or a stroll through Hollis Gardens learn how to build with the pros. on serene Lake Mirror.

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Lifestyles After 50 is also online, bringing to you a free, easy-to-read digital version of our magazine as well as fresh weekly content on topics of interest. Check out our weekly trivia for prizes, horoscopes, games and fun videos! Visit lifestylesafter50.com to learn more.

Lake Wales’ picturesque Bok Tower Gardens is getting ready to ring in the holidays from its stately carillon. And in Bartow, Sun ‘N Fun brings aerobatic daredevils and aviation enthusiasts from across the country to its annual Fly-In and Expo and Florida Sun ‘N Fun, Bartow Air Museum.

These are only a few of the great attractions Polk County has to offer. Look for our monthly Around Town calendar in the new edition to find out about fun events going on near you.

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Business or Pleasure? Why Choose, Say Retirees

By Tracie Lukens

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magine waking up every morning with Glacier National Park as your backyard, or stepping out for a coffee break to watch buffalo grazing

by Yellowstone Lake. It’s not your traditional retirement or your typical 9 to 5, and Christina Hampson, 67, wouldn’t have it any other way.

Hampson has called many places home in her career in the entertainment, paralegal and advertising industries, but lately she winters in sunny Florida and spends the summer months workamping.

I asked her how she got started.

“It was just a quirk. One year in the ‘90s I didn’t have a job, and while I was in the employment office I saw a big sign on the wall about working for the National Park Service. I said, ‘I need an adventure, I’ll apply!’”

She applied to several parks and was accepted for a customer service position at Glacier National Park.

“I had the most amazing summer I’d ever had in my life,” she said. “I did a lot of hiking, a lot of playing golf, met a lot of great friends, and at that point I was hooked!”

Workamping “Workamping is essentially when you volunteer your time at a campground in return for a site to place your camper on, and usually the amenities—hookups, water, sewer and electric,” Hampson explained. Most positions involve entry level hotel, customer service, concession or retail duties. Applicants with the right experience can apply for park ranger or skilled labor positions.

Paid work or labor for housing in a national park is usually 40 hours a week, But work for a standard campsite with amenities at most venues is usually only

part-time—15 to 22 hours a week for couples, and about 26 hours a week if you’re single.

Cons: Jobs can involve long periods of standing, physical activity and working outdoors, and resources like grocery stores, hospitals and pharmacies can be over an hour away.

Pros: America’s most scenic places are your backyard.

“If you’re workamping, you meet new people from all over, see animals and scenery that you’d never see.” Hampson said.

“It’s just the adventures that you have— it’s way cooler than plain retirement.”

How to start: Private campgrounds, Army Corps, forest services and state parks are always looking for workampers, Hampson suggests. For more job postings, visit sites like coolworks.com and workamper.com.

Caretaking If you’ve ever fantasized about living in a chateau, on a ranch or in a

lighthouse, becoming a caretaker can be a rewarding retirement experience. Just ask Lynne Macco, 57, and her husband Timothy Mount, 65, who spent three months as the caretakers of a lighthouse off the coast of Maine.

They found the job in Caretaker’s Gazette and have since lived rent-free in lighthouses in Alaska, Massachusetts and Tasmania. In exchange, they’re responsible for daily upkeep and maintenance of the property, as well as stewardship of any guests who visit.

“We give tours of the island and tell the history of the lighthouse,” said Lynne.

Otherwise, their time is free to explore the area or enjoy the peace and quiet.

Cons: Properties may be remote. It’s also not all vacation: it’s your responsibility to care for the property. If something happens, you’re on the hook to fix things, so it helps to be handy.

Pros: It’s a chance to try on a new lifestyle in a unique destination, rent-free.

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HEALTH

What’s Your Worry Quotient? and How You Can Shake the Stress

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o you always second-guess yourself and mentally run through every possible scenario and all the potential risks? Do you find that after resolving one worry, you immediately identify something else to worry about? Did these questions make you worry about whether you worry too much?

If so, go ahead and laugh at yourself.

Humor is one way to get past the discomfort of looking honestly at oneself, and the first step in lowering your worry quotient.

Your worry quotient is the amount of time you spend worrying in any given day. Worry plays an important role in

our lives. It can alert us to potential danger, inspire us to think creatively about ways to avoid negative situations and even make us more closely observe those relationships we need to attend to. Some of the kindest and most empathetic people have a high worry quotient. However, if worrying is preventing you from writing a more satisfying story for your life, causing emotional stress and affecting your health, you can lower your worry quotient.

According to clinical psychologist Carl Greer, Ph.D, Psy.D, author of “Change Your Story, Change Your Life,” the first step is to be honest with yourself.

“Identify three things you worried about in the past that didn’t justify the amount of worrying you devoted to them,” Greer said. “Perhaps these were situations that worked themselves out on their own, or someone else took on the burden of untangling a knotty problem for you. Try to identify why you felt the need to worry about them, and why, in retrospect, your worrying was unwarranted.”

The Ultimate 12-Minute Workout

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f you feel like your exercise routine is getting stagnant or you’re not seeing the results you’re looking for, a new routine called the 30-2010 method may be a way to make your workout more effective, according to The New York Times.

Researchers at the University of Copenhagen in Denmark monitored two groups of runners over a seven-week period, and found that the method burned calories and improved athletic performance in less training time than traditional workouts. In addition, those who followed the method were reported to enjoy their workouts more and were more likely to stick with it. After eight weeks, almost all of the runners in the study were still following the program.

Here’s how it works: The 30-20-10 method is an interval workout that helps you gradually increase the intensity of your exercise while balancing it with rest. It all starts with gentle exercise

(such as jogging, biking, or another cardio activity) for 30 seconds, then a moderate pace of that same exercise for 20 seconds, culminating with 10 seconds of intense effort. After you finish this oneminute cycle, repeat the process four more times and rest for two minutes. Perform five more 30-20-10 intervals without rest periods in between, then cool down. In only 12 minutes, you’ve performed a high-intensity interval workout that improved the blood pressure, athletic performance, and mood of regular runners over two months of scientific testing.

This 12-minute workout is a great way for beginners to gradually increase the intensity of their workouts, and it’s convenient enough to do anywhere.

As you advance, you can bump up the number of 30-20-10 sessions for a more challenging workout.

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Do you see a pattern to the types of things you unnecessarily worry about? If not, write down three more situations or potential situations you stressed about and try to identify why you worried about them and whether it was worthwhile to do so. What themes do you see in your worrying? Do you worry about the future, people keeping secrets from you, or lack of control?

“Go back to your list and imagine a scenario where each of these situations worked out beautifully,” Greer said.

“Perhaps that’s exactly what happened, or perhaps you never learned the outcome. Maybe the outcome was bad but not nearly as bad for you as you had feared. Regardless of the actual outcome, visualize that situation working out well for all involved.”

Now, notice how you feel—relaxed, less stressed, hopeful and optimistic.

To lower your worry quotient in any scenario, Greer advises to examine the value of your worrying and envision better outcomes.

“Use your high worry quotient to identify potential problems, and then visualize optimal outcomes,” he said. “The energy you spend worrying can be devoted to identifying simple actions you can take to reduce the possibility of negative outcomes. Often, small actions awaken you to your ability to effectively manage your stress level and reduce worrying in every unnecessary situation.”

Some things that we worry about can be out of our control or have an extremely low probability of ever happening. Other things can become less worrisome if we take action, even if that action is simply to learn more about the situation, so that we can open ourselves up to seeing a wider range of possibilities.

“Action and creativity are powerful tools for reducing your worry quotient,” Greer said. “Use these tools today to change your story and change your life.”

Author of the book “Change Your Story, Change Your Life: Using Shamanic and Jungian Tools to Achieve Personal Transformation,” Carl Greer is a practicing clinical psychologist, Jungian analyst and shamanic practitioner.

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Do You Have Dizziness?

By Tami Peavy, MPT

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ave you ever sat up in bed with a sudden onset of dizziness? Do you feel as if the room is spinning? Does it last just a few seconds or a few minutes?

If you experience these symptoms, you most likely have what is called “BPPV”— Benign Proximal Positional Vertigo.

BPPV is a common occurrence as we get older because we do not participate in the same movements we did when we were young, like swinging in a swing, rolling, jumping or quick turning. Those activities keep our inner ear functions healthy because they keep an active flow of fluid though the semi-circular canals of our ear. This flow of fluid is necessary to tell our brains where our body is in space and keep our balance.

Look at the illustration below and find the semicircular canals.

As we get older and do less of the active movements we used to do, the flow of fluids through the semicircular canals slows down. As the flow slows down, crystals can form in the canals and get stuck on the side. When fluids flow over these crystals, it creates a ‘blip’ in the flow and gives us that dizzy sensation.

The treatment of BPPV can be performed by a manual manipulation by a physical therapist for more severe cases. However, you can try a simple

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movement pattern at home and see if you can dislodge the crystals by increasing the flow of fluids in these canals.

These crystals, once dislodged, will be reabsorbed by the body. You can also prevent the formation of crystals in your future by doing the same movements every day. Follow these instructions: 1. Lie down on your bed 2. Position yourself lying on your right side at the edge of your bed.

3. Now, roll quickly from your right side to your left side in one continuous move, almost like you are spinning.

Keep your chin up and head back as you move. Always keep your eyes open.

4. Hold this position on your left side. If you feel dizzy, just wait until it passes, keeping your eyes open.

5. Now roll back quickly to the right side and hold that position.

Assess your dizziness again.

6. Repeat this pattern 6 times.

Each time, your dizziness should get a little less.

Roll in the morning and again when you go to bed at night.

Rolling in bed is a great way to start your day. It gets the fluids moving in your inner ear and can decrease and even alleviate BPPV symptoms completely. Roll in the evening before you go to bed also.

Any kind of dizziness puts you at an increased risk for a fall. So finding a way to keep dizziness away can keep you in better balance for life. Happy rolling!

Tami Peavy, MPT is a physical therapist and rehabilitation specialist with over 15 years experience in clinical practice.

She designs practical physical therapy programs to use at home to improve strength, balance and reverse aging. www.practicaltherapy4u.com.

Prostate Cancer: Are You At Risk?

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ewer men are being diagnosed with and dying from prostate cancer these days. While that is due in part to widespread awareness and better treatment, it is also the result of more judicious screening.

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men and the second-leading cause of cancer-related death in men following lung cancer. In 1995, when a test came out to measure the PSA, or prostate specific antigen, in the blood, the number of diagnoses spiked. During the past 20 years—especially the past five or six—there has been an annual reduction of 3 to 4 percent in diagnoses.

Awareness certainly plays a part in that. Most men know that they should get screened once every year or so once they hit age 50 because early detection leads to more effective treatment.

“If you’re under 50, you are at low risk, and if you’re over 70, you’re probably going to die of some other cause,” says Dr. Jay Raman, associate professor of urology at Penn State Hershey.

Those most at risk are men whose father or brother have been diagnosed, as well as African-American males and those who eat high-fat diets that have been known to increase the likelihood of developing other cancers.

Raman says there is discussion within the medical community about the necessity for and frequency of prostate screenings.

Just over two years ago, the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force gave a low grade to screening for prostate cancer, indicating no general benefit to it. The American Urology Association’s position suggested that was a bit extreme and that men should still be screened, just in a more effective way.

New, more specific tests have been developed that—together with the PSA and a rectal exam—can determine the type, amount and aggressiveness of prostate cancer. Raman says a newer PCA3 urine test is good for potentially confirming an initial high PSA value prior to proceeding to prostate biopsy.

“We know now that not all prostate cancer is alike,” he says. “Some can be simply followed and observed and don’t need active treatment.”

Advances in surgery in the last five to 10 years, coupled with more targeted radiation and new medications approved by the Food and Drug Administration also have contributed to lower death rates from prostate cancer once diagnosed.

Raman says the bottom line is to be aware, but not to over-treat.

“Screening is paramount because it can detect the disease before it becomes significant enough to be symptomatic,” he said. “But just like you don’t immediately start diabetes medication after a single high glucose test, you don’t want to overreact to a single high PSA result.”

September is National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Learn more at www. cancer.org/cancer/prostatecancer/index or www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/types/ prostate. (Newswise)

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SOCIAL SECURITY Q&A

This Fall, Ease Into Retirement, Online

By Daryl Rosenthal Social Security Public Affairs Specialist

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eptember 23 marks the first day of fall. During this season, many people reflect on the gradual passing of time as green leaves turn gold and pine needles blanket lawns. You are also slowly changing, and those golden years of retirement are one season closer.

We want you to be as prepared as possible, and making applying for retirement easy is one of Social Security’s top priorities. Now, you can complete Social Security’s online retirement application in as little as 15 minutes. There’s no need to drive to a local Social Security office or wait for an appointment. Simply go to www.socialsecurity.gov/retire/apply.html.

Most of the time, after your online application is submitted, you’re done. There are no forms to sign, and we usually require no additional documentation. Social Security will process your application and contact you if we need further information.

You can also check your Social Security Statement using your secure

online my Social Security account. Set up your account easily by answering a few questions to prove your identity.

With your personal ‘My Social Security’ account, you can: • Get an estimate of your future benefits if you’re still working; • Print a letter with proof of your benefits if you currently receive them; and • Manage your benefits: • Change your address; • Start or change your direct deposit; • Get a replacement Medicare card • Get a replacement SSA-1099 or SSA-1042S for tax season.

Beginning the season of retirement can be exciting and scary at the same time.

At Social Security, we make it easier by providing the tools and information you can use to help you make the best decision for you and then apply for benefits online. And, when you’re done, you’ll have more time to rake up those pine needles and leaves! Go to www.socialsecurity.gov/retire/apply.html to start that new season in your life today.

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Challenging the Status Quo with Stem Cells

By Cara Tompot

Looking back on history, we remember a time when women didn’t have the rights that they do now. Prior to 1919, women didn’t have any way to express their thoughts and desires through public policy. Thanks to first-wave feminists questioning the status quo, 1920 marked the first year that women could vote.

This social change marked a moment in history when women finally had the right to take control of their own life. In many ways, the history of women’s suffrage is similar to the road to regenerative medicine advancements.

Much like women fighting for equality, patients have been fighting for a new way to treat their chronic lung disease. Now, with the advancement of stem cell therapy, sufferers of chronic lung disease are no longer limited to the confines of traditional medicine—which involve managing symptoms rather than the disease. Stem cell therapy, like women’s voting rights, helps people take control of their life by giving them a voice.

For years, people accepted the status quo, and for people suffering from chronic lung diseases like COPD, the status quo meant a constant struggle for

restoring lung function and reducoxygen. As an incurable disease, ing inflammation. The result is the most sufferers felt that they didn’t have any options. But now, everyability to breathe easier.

Similar to the fight for womthing has changed. en’s rights, doctors and patients One state-of-the-art clinic, the have been diligently looking for a Lung Institute, developed an alternew way to treat lung disease. Now, native. Stem cell therapy helps sufferers finally breathe easier. People with the advancement of stem cell therapy, patients can finally comare no longer forced to accept the bat disease progression. As with fate of continual disease progresany change, some physicians and sion or an invasive lung procedure. patients may be slower to adopt Stem cell therapy harnesses the new ideas while clinging to tradihealing power of a patient’s own tional approaches; however, just as stem cells to help regenerate damaged lung tissue. social change made it possible for women to have a voice in the govToday, lung disease can be ernment, clinical advancements treated with adult stem cells harlike stem cell therapy make it posvested from the patient’s own fat, Much like women fighting for equality, sible for patients to have a voice blood or bone marrow to replace patients are fighting for a new way to in their healthcare. If the fight for damaged lung cells with healthy treat their lung disease. equality is any sign of the future ones. According to the clinic’s of stem cell therapy, there is no doubt that stem cells website, lunginstitute.com, this innovative procedure will become the status quo for treating lung disease. slows the progression of the disease, in addition to,

Tech Talk Giveaway: VIM & VIGR

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elcome to this month’s Tech Talk column, where we cover the latest apps, products and websites that make life a little easier.

This month, we’re giving away a pair of new VIM & VIGR compression socks, size M. (Shoe size: 7.5 – 9.5, women; 6 – 8, men. Calf size: 12 – 16”) Approximate value: $32.95.

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Editor’s Note: These have done wonders for my chronic leg cramps, and are must-haves for any long trip! They also come in a number of styles and colors for men and women.

To enter the giveaway, email editor@lifestylesafter50.com or snail mail us at: Attn: Socks Lifestyles After 50 P.O. Box 638, Seffner, FL 33583 Send us your name, address and phone number by September 19. The drawing will be held on September 20, and the winner will be contacted and announced in the next issue of Lifestyles After 50.

Look for more giveaways in upcoming editions. Good luck!

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Congratulations!

To last month’s winner: Dayna Ellerbrock of Sun City Center. She won the Lenzcase!

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How Old is an Old Dog?

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Unfortunately, there is no formula that works for all breeds and sizes of dogs.

In the animal kingdom as a whole, there is a general rule that applies in most cases: the larger the animal, the longer it lives. Elephants live longer than mice. Grouper live longer than minnows. Giant tortoises live longer than terrapins.

However, within a single species the opposite is usually true. Small people live longer than large people (on average), and small breeds of dogs live longer than large breeds. Chihuahuas and poodles commonly live to 15 years or more, while Irish Wolfhounds rarely live beyond 8 years. Other breeds, such as Boxers and King Charles Cavalier Spaniels, also have shorter life expectancies due to specific breedrelated diseases.

So how do we arrive at a comparative age in human terms for our dogs? Let’s take an average 40 pound dog for an example. At the age of one year, this dog would be nearly full grown and capable of reproduction, the equivalent of a teenager, perhaps 13 or 14 in human years. During the next 10 or 11 years, each year of the dog’s life would equal about four human years, so that at the age of 12, this dog would be nearing 60 in human terms. After that, the rate increase again to about 7 to 1, making this 15 year old dog the same relative age as an 80 year old human.

Giant breeds may take over two years to reach full size and sexual maturity.

However, they tend to have a relatively short middle-age and greatly accelerated senior years.

Another general rule is that mixed breed dogs, a.k.a mutts, tend to outlive purebred dogs, on average.

This is due to a phenomenon known to geneticists as “hybrid vigor.” This crossbreeding tends to dilute some of the undesirable genes that are the source of many diseases.

So how can we extend the life of our dogs? The genes that God gave them cannot be changed, so we’re left with environmental factors. Assuming that you’re already taking care of the easy stuff—like proper veterinary care and immunizations, heartworm prevention and keeping them safely confined— you’re left with just a couple of things.

Just as in humans, two of the biggest factors are diet and exercise. With regards to diet, there is little to no evidence to show that the type of food a dog eats will extend its life.

As long as the food is a complete and balanced diet, the quantity of food consumed is, by far, the biggest factor.

The less a dog eats and the leaner it stays, the better. Whether the food is organic, raw, gluten free, all meat or vegetarian does not matter nearly as much as ensuring that you do not overfeed your dog. Apparently this rule of controlled intake applies to most, if not all, species, including cats, horses and humans. So…smaller portions, please!

A Word From Our Readers Travel Where You Want, Stay For Free With Home Swapping L N

ast month, Lifestyles After 50 wanted to know: What was your first car? We heard back from Don Royston of Punta Gorda, Florida. He writes:

“Mine was a black 1935 Ford Roadster with green wire wheels with a rumble seat.

There weren’t any wind-up door windows, only snap-on side curtains made with isinglass sewn to canvas four-inch edges.

Needless to say, they leaked badly.

At age 15, in 1948, I didn’t care as this was better than my motorbike and motor scooter. With the top down it was sporty, fun to be seen in and provided freedom to travel miles from home.

I found it on the third row behind a nearby Plymouth-DeSoto Dealer in Baltimore County, Maryland, near where I lived.

That roadster taught me that all convertibles made a special image regarding early transportation.

They still do, whether old or new—and if the top goes down, the value stays up! The price of $50 was a bargain, considering I drove it home using my special farm operator’s license. (The photo is of a Roadster similar to mine.)

Since then, I have owned 79 different convertibles of fifteen brands and currently have six, including Sylvester Stallone’s 1980 Clenet that cost him $98,000.”

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Lifestyles After 50 Wants to Know: What’s on your bucket list?

In 50 words or less, describe something you’ve always wanted to do or a place you’d like to visit someday. How are you planning to check items off of your list?

Include your name and city if you desire, and email it to editor@lifestylesafter50.com so we can share your story!

ext vacation, forget expensive hotels and rental rates. If you swap homes instead, not only do you save money, but you have the opportunity to “live like a local” instead of a tourist, experiencing your destination’s day-to-day life in a new way.

The concept of home swapping, or home exchange, has been around since the ‘50s. But the internet and mobile devices have made it even easier to connect with house owners around the world and plan your perfect vacation.

How it works: Two owners with a dwelling, whether conventional (houses, condos or apartments) or unconventional (RVs, boats or castles, for example) agree to trade residences for a certain amount of time.

The most popular arrangement is simultaneous home exchange, where two members of a home exchange website trade their homes at a time convenient to both parties.

Owners of second homes or summer houses have the option to do non-simultaneous exchange, opening their vacant homes to their exchange partner, then taking their turn later at their own convenience.

Those who want to host guests in their home without leaving themselves can choose a hospitality exchange, where exchangers take turns welcoming each other into their homes at designated times.

Some use home exchange for weekend getaways, while a growing number of seniors are participating in long-term swaps or sabbatical exchanges.

The easiest way to do this is to join a home swap website. In exchange for a monthly or annual membership fee, the service will help connect you with properties and owners around the world, and help facilitate a secure arrangement.

To get started, check out sites like Digsville.com; HomeExchange.com; or ExclusiveExchanges.com (for upscale properties). Happy traveling!

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Wills • Probate Living Trusts Power of Attorney William R. Mumbauer, P.A. 205 N. Parsons Ave., Brandon

www.flwillstrustsprobate.com

35 Years The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision that should not be based solely upon advertisements.

Before you decide, ask the lawyer to send you free written information about his qualifications and experience.

Yes, You Really Can Leave It All to the Cat William R. Mumbauer, Attorney www.flwillstrustsprobate.com

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hile in Key West recently I visited the house that served as Ernest Hemingway’s residence during the 1930s. The former home of the late Nobel Prize-winning author is now beautifully maintained as a museum and has become a mecca for thousands of fans of his literary work.

The Hemingway house also attracts many others who come just to see the two dozen or more cats who freely roam the verandah and the manicured garden of the Spanish Colonial mansion. At least half of these “free range” cats are polydactyl and, according to local lore, they are direct descendants of Snow White, Hemingway’s first six-toed cat.

While touring the Hemingway house and grounds, our tour leader implied that Hemingway, who was known to possess a great affection for his cats, provided for them in his will for as long as they lived. The others in our group were duly impressed, but I knew the story was bogus because, at the time of Ernest Hemingway’s death in 1961, there

existed no jurisdiction which allowed cats to be beneficiaries of a will.

However, were Ernest Hemingway a resident of Florida today, he could insure that his beloved cats lived out their lives protected and in comfort by having a properly drafted will or living trust prepared.

Florida Statute 737.116 allows for the creation of a trust, either through a will or a living trust, for the benefit of a cat or cats alive during the owner’s lifetime.

Such a trust terminates upon the death of the last surviving cat.

Such a trust sets aside money for the person appointed as the cat’s caretaker to care for the animal. The trust should define the caretaker’s responsibilities regarding the care of the cat. As a check and balance, it is usually best to have someone other than the caretaker serve as trustee for the trust. Successor caretakers and trustees should be named.

A trust protector can also be appointed as an additional layer of protection. This person, who is someone other than the trustee and the caretaker, has the power to enforce the trust regarding the cat’s welfare and to ensure that the trust funds

are being properly spent for the benefit of the cat.

Mr. Mumbauer, a 5th generation Floridian, has maintained a law practice in Brandon, Florida since 1980 with emphasis on estate planning.

Mr. Mumbauer takes special pride in representing the senior community by maintaining a sensitive and practical approach to problem solving. Mr. Mumbauer is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, the Elder Law Section of the Florida Bar and is a participating attorney in the AARP Legal Service Network.

Mr. Mumbauer is also a Mentor in probate law and has been qualified by the Second District Court of Appeal in Florida as an expert witness in matters involving the drafting of Wills.

Mr. Mumbauer’s Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating among judges and lawyers for Legal Ability is High to Very High and his General Recommendation Rating is Very High. His articles are based on general principles of law and are not intended to apply to individual circumstances.

The White House Conference on Aging —Themes, Surprises and Realities

By Adriane Berg very 10 years, leaders in the field of aging gather in Washington D.C. to attend the White House Conference on Aging (WHCOA). The WHCOA sets the tone for governmental, nonprofit and commercial efforts that will affect us all.

This year, there were significant themes which express the state of aging today: • Focus on family and professional caregivers • The woeful state of retirement savings of boomers • The disgrace of elder abuse • Age-friendly and dementia-friendly universally designed communities • Continued food insecurity • The ubiquitous presence of technology in our lives

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In Memoriam to Darlene S. Gant 12/20/65 to 07/28/15

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n industry leader, friend and colleague, Darlene Gant passed away on July 28, 2015 after battling stage 4 metastatic breast cancer.

Darlene founded the Senior Directory for Hillsborough County over 15 years ago. The directory has helped many seniors and their families in the past years and will continue to serve them for years to come.

For a 2015-2016 edition, visit their website at www.seniordirectorytampabay.com.

It cannot be ignored that both Medicare and Medicaid turn fifty this year and Social Security turns 80. Will these programs enjoy further longevity?

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President Barack Obama addresses the Conference.

Refreshingly, boomers and older adults were acknowledged as mega consumers, adding—not detracting— from our economy.

Airbnb, HONOR, Peapod, Uber, Care. com, Walgreens and other successful enterprises proved once and for all that the boomer is an economic force not to be ignored. These companies have a great deal to teach their competitors.

With 78 million people with billions in spendable income, it is nothing short of ageism for commercial enterprises to

consistently skew young with their marketing and advertising.

All in all, there is much to be hopeful for from the Conference.

Several speakers gave a shoutout to their parents and spouses at home who were having birthdays; then quickly apologized with a smile about mentioning their age in public. President Obama quipped that he was living in dog years and pointed to his graying hair.

What could be demeaning or secretive about being over 60?

Which leads me the greatest omission at the WHCOA: there was no panel presentation on employment discrimination for our boomers and older adults.

I can only hope that the energy, sincerity and hard work of everyone who spoke and attended the WHCOA will result in 10 years of active progress. One thing is assured, at the next WHCOA everyone who survives will be 10 years older.

“To age is to live...To care is to be human.” —David Hyde Pierce

VETERANS CORNER

WWII War Paint: How BomberJacket Art Emboldened Our Boys

BRIDGE BITES

Duck A La Glynda

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t the beginning of the WWII, Army Air Corps members were issued the most badass jacket in the military: the leather A-2. The jackets were not just protection from the wind and cold of high altitudes—they were also a way for young aviators to express their individuality, according to John Conway and Jon Maguire, authors of “American Flight Jackets” and “Art of the Flight Jacket.”

Flyers would paint jacket backs with their plane’s nickname and little bombs to tally how many missions the crew flew. Looney Tunes and Walt Disney cartoons were other popular motifs, along with the Vargas Girls from Esquire magazine. The A-2 and plane nose art imagery tended to come from radio programs, newspaper funny pages, comic books, magazines and cartoon reels shown before movies, which served as a common language for young Americans.

“You’re talking about guys who were 18, 19 years old,” Conway says. “And this was the first place they’d ever been besides home. They tended to cling to things that were familiar to them.”

While familiar cartoons or pretty ladies gave the soldiers a sense of comfort, menacing images such as pirate flags, grim reapers or ferocious animals were intended to give them a sense of power and protection. (The earliest nose art was shark’s teeth, painted across the fuselage.)

The same goes for lucky charms like dice, playing cards and rabbit’s feet.

While uniform codes were stricter during peacetime, Maguire explains, during World War II, the attitude of the U.S. Army was, ‘Let’s do whatever we can, try to keep these guys happy; they might not be here next week.’”

The A-2 After the War The jacket was not only a stylish piece of Americana, Conway says, it was also a very practical garment. “A lot of vets wore them until they fell apart. So many A-2s didn’t survive the postwar years.”

While the A-2 lived on through trade and surplus, and was even reissued by the Air Force in the ‘80s, the painted flight jackets more or less died out. Both the end of the war and the introduction of standard-issue nylon jackets brought the tradition to a halt.

Because of their personalization and rarity, original A-12s are now a hot-ticket item for American and foreign collectors.

Flawless painted flight jackets (even ones that aren’t attached to anyone famous like the American Volunteer

Pete, a pilot in the 100th Bomb Group, flew a B-17 bomber “Goin’ My Way” and had Bugs Bunny painted on his A-2 jacket.

The bomb tail indicates he flew 33 missions. From the collection of Jeff Spielberg.

Group “Flying Tigers,” highly decorated airmen, or celebrities like Jimmy Stewart) will still sell for $3,000 to $6,000. But they’re rare. Of course, that’s created a market for counterfeiters who will buy an unpainted A-2 from the war, paint it and artificially age the painting.

There are ways to determine if a jacket is the real deal. If an A-2 still has its name tag, it’s possible to research that soldier through federal records. In the past, Conway and Maguire would turn to veteran’s organizations, who would often help them track down a jacket’s history just with a nickname. But sadly, the World War II vets are dying off, taking their stories with them. For Conway, unraveling the mystery is part of the appeal.

“The first flight jacket I ever owned was a gift from a friend of mine who’s a World War II veteran,” Conway recalls.

“He bought it in a clothesline sale at a school for a quarter in the 1970s. When he gave it to me, I was so elated. It had a B-17 bomber painted on the back, and 30 bombs, so we knew the guy had flown 30 missions. It had the tail code on the B-17 so we were able to determine it was the 92nd Bomb Group.

“I got hooked on unraveling the little mysteries, and also the je ne sais quoi of the leather aviators wore. Even the smell of that old leather captures your imagination because it makes you wonder where it went and who wore it.”

Excerpts from “WWII War Paint: How Bomber-Jacket Art Emboldened Our Boys” by Lisa Hix, CollectorsWeekly.com.

By Brian Gunnell and the American Contract Bridge League

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on’t be fooled by that title.

What follows is not a recipe; it is a bridge column.

This was played at a local club duplicate, a form of the game where each deal is played by many different pairs.

At every table the contract was 3NT played by South. And at almost every table the play went much the same way.

West led a low Heart, won by Declarer.

It was clear to Declarer that he would not have enough tricks unless Dummy’s Clubs could be established, so at Trick 2 he finessed the ♣J, losing to East’s

King. The defense continued Hearts and when Declarer got back in he took a deep breath and tried a second Club finesse. When that worked Declarer had no fewer than 11 tricks.

But, at one table, East (we’ll refer to her as Glynda because that happened to be her name) found a rather fine play.

When Declarer finessed the Clubs at Trick 2 she brazenly ducked her doubleton King!

Well done, now the Club suit was dead as poultry (due to Dummy’s shortage of entries), and was worth only two tricks instead of five. Declarer’s last resort was to play on Spades, hoping that the suit was 3-3, but that did not work so there were just eight tricks, with no chance of a ninth. Down one! As husband West was gleefully writing +100 on his scorecard, he explained to Glynda “If I don’t hold on to my Clubs when the Spades are played, Declarer makes his contract.”

“Quite so, my dear, nicely defended,” replied Glynda.

Visit acbl.org for more about the fascinating game of bridge or email marketing@acbl.org. To find a bridge club in Florida, go to district9acbl.org /D9Clubsmap.htm. Bridge article provided courtesy of St. Petersburg Bridge Club: stpetebridge.org.

Sept. Horoscope: Virgo and Libra Virgo: (Aug. 23 - Sept.

22) You can have your own way and need not depend on others while making important decisions. But it is also important to keep your options open. You never know when you will need someone’s help. Home and emotional matters will dominate over career issues this month. Improvement in emotional quotient will automatically improve all aspects of your life.

Libra (Sept. 23 – Oct. 22) Career issues will become less important while family and psychological wellbeing will take over this month.

Major decisions on the job or business front should be made in the first half of the month.

Due the Mercury retrograde, you are independent and will follow your own path or change your direction to suit your goals in life. Social skills are important but not binding. Following your heart’s desires is most important in life. (From sunsigns.org) See more horoscopes at lifestylesafter50.com.

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Perfect Pit Stops On Route 66 A

long with football and grilling outdoors, fall road trips are one of the great American pastimes. A new survey from Booking.com reveals that at least a third of Americans hope to take an extended trip to multiple destinations in 2015. And with gas prices projected to be 32% lower than last year, there’s never been a better time to freewheel it down one of America’s all time classic routes across the country for a spur-of-the-moment adventure.

Want a piece of the action? Take our advice and just wing it! Hit the highway for a spontaneous trip down Route 66 and see where your journey takes you.

Established on November 11, 1926, the iconic highway runs from Chicago, Illinois to Santa Monica, California, covering a total of 2,448 miles. In its heyday, Route 66 was the main thoroughfare for vacationers heading west and Midwesterners looking for work in California. Small towns along the highway enjoyed a boost to their economy, which gave rise to mom-andpop businesses such as service stations, restaurants and motor courts, all readily accessible to passing motorists.

Route 66 underwent several changes over its lifetime before the United States Highway system eventually rendered it obsolete. But it was given a new lease on life as a National Scenic Byway and some relics of that bygone era still stand--whether they are ghost towns or carefully preserved and restored American icons—for the next generation of tourists to enjoy.

From roadside kitsch to genuine American history, a trip down the Main Street of America is a journey through the nation’s culture by automobile. Below are some perfect pit stops, suggested by Kayak.com and Booking.com, that you don’t want to miss along the way:

in Pontiac (pontiac.org) for stories and memorabilia to inspire your journey.

St. Louis, Missouri You’re really in the Midwest after viewing the Gateway Arch. Continue to the Wagon Wheel Motel in Cuba, which has been open since 1938. (wagonwheel66cuba.com)

Springfield, Missouri Springfield is the place to see to the world’s largest fork, clocking in at 35 feet high and 11 tons of gleaming aluminum. Booking. com reviewers also mention plenty of music venues worth checking out. The Gillioz Theatre (gillioz.org) was singled out for its dedication to all things rock.

Galena, Kansas You’re only in Kansas for 13 miles, but you can find well-preserved portions of the original route, old service stations, bridges and more in the Route 66 Historic District in east Galena.

Chicago, Illinois As the birthplace of the deep-dish pizza, it would be rude not to treat yourself to a slice… or ten. Booking.com reviewer Santiago recommends the pizzas over at Giordano’s, but reviewers all agree you would be hard-pressed to find a bad slice in the city. After lunch, stop at the Willis tower then head west for the starting Route 66 Hall of Fame Museum

(nationalcowboymuseum.org) or get outfitted with some cowboy gear at Oklahoma City’s numerous independent stores and shopping malls. See the Rock Cafe of Stroud, (rockcafert66.com) which was built with stones from the authentic Route 66. To keep your engine running, Booking.com traveler Jessica recommends Nic’s Grill for a satisfying meal of American classics like chickenfried steak or burgers with curly fries.

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Don your Stetson and hit the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum,

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Amarillo, Texas Time to think big, because Amarillo is home to the Big Texan Steak Challenge.

Competitors from far and wide head to the Big Texan Steak Ranch to try and eat the legendary 72oz. steak in record time. (bigtexan.com) For an easier challenge, sample pecan pie at Midpoint Cafe, the Route’s original halfway point. (route66midpointcafe.com)

Albuquerque, New Mexico The fictional setting of the hit show Breaking Bad, in reality, Albuquerque is a great place to get back to nature. Plenty of Booking.com reviewers recommend the hiking trails, with travelers Robert and Rosalind both mentioning Sandia Peak and the Tram as must-visits. There are also plenty of horse riding stables in the city, so you can saddle up and ride on out, then hit the hay at one of Albuquerque’s hotels. Find the KiMo Theatre, home to motion pictures and stage productions beginning in the ‘20s. You can still see a show today. (kimotickets.com)

Flagstaff, Arizona Stay at the Hotel Monte Vista if you’re

into ghost stories. (hotelmontevista.com) Navigate steep and windy Sitgreaves Pass for spectacular mountain views.

Williams, Arizona Williams is only 60 miles from the southern rim of the Grand Canyon, and reviewers definitely thought it was worth the drive.

Booking.com traveler Dana mentioned driving toward the Canyon at sunset to enjoy a spot of stargazing. You can also hop aboard the Grand Canyon Railway and set off into the desert. (thetrain.com) Barstow, California Having spent so much time on Route 66, it would be a shame not to drop by the other end’s Route 66 Museum. (route66museum. org) Here you can learn more about the history of the highway and see some of the classic vehicles that have made the journey over the years. Then catch a flick at the Skyline Drive-In Theater.

Santa Monica, California Your journey has come to an end. Take a selfie near the trail end sign and relax on Venice Beach or the Santa Monica Pier. (santamonicapier.org) For more pit stop ideas, visit www.nps.gov/nr/travel/route66/

Road Trips Go High Tech

By Tracie Lukens

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oday, road trip passengers are as likely to be streaming, tweeting or gaming to pass time as playing old standards like “Eye Spy.” So what exactly does the future of holiday road trips look like, and what is the technology making it possible?

Safety: Technology in cars has a bad reputation for its tendency to distract drivers. But some gadgets are helping to improve driver safety, especially as we age. New cars are offering integrated systems like blind spot alerts, automatic breaking and parking and adaptive cruise control (which allows you to maintain vehicle speed and following distance in traffic.) For a comprehensive list of vehicle makes and models that offer these and other features, visit www.seniordriving.aaa.com and look for their Smart Features Vehicle List.

Planning: Free apps are where it’s at for realtime Drive safer with blind spot alerts road trip planning; look for them in the app store on your mobile device. GasBuddy helps you find the cheapest gas near you, while RepairPal can help you diagnose car trouble, determine average repair prices, find a mechanic or get roadside assistance.

If you don’t have a GPS unit in your car, Google Maps is a helpful navigation tool, as is Waze, which offers real-time traffic alerts from other drivers.

Need a place to stay in a pinch? Hotel Tonight Plan fun stops with Field Trip is a free app that can hook you up with last-minute deals on hotels close to your location. Other apps like Field Trip and Along The Way will alert you to fun stops nearby, from attractions and history to shops and restaurants. TVFoodMaps can lead you to Food Network’s favorite diners and dives.

Entertainment: For passengers, a tablet preloaded with ebooks, movies or games is a great way to help you pass the time. Or you could DJ for the car with free music apps like Spotify, Songza and DJ with free music apps Pandora, which can stream thousands of songs by genre, decade, mood and more. Many newer cars come with touchscreen systems that can access apps and streaming radio, but for everyone else, connecting your smartphone to your car’s auxiliary jack with an audio cable will work just fine. (Just keep an eye on your data!) If audiobooks are more your style, Audible has you covered.

Dash cams, like the one offered by Garmin, can help you capture photos and travel footage without Get trip footage via dash cam you having to leave your car. (It also comes with an incident detection feature to enable recording in case of an accident.) (buy.garmin.com) And with all those gadgets, it helps to have a way to keep them powered. A portable USB battery pack like the Anker 2nd Gen Astro3 (ianker.com) will keep any gear charged for awhile, as will devices like the Coffee Cup power inverter, which turns your car battery into a charging station for all of your devices (and fits Keep your gadgets charged in your cupholder.)(powerline.com) Lifestyles After 50 • September 2015 • page 25

Word Search September In the grid below, twenty answers can be found that fit the category for today. Circle each answer that you find and list it in the space provided at the right of the grid. Answers can be found in all directions – forwards, backwards, horizontally, vertically and diagonally. An example is given to get you started. Can you find the twenty answers in this puzzle?

Word Search Answers From August

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Laura Wasden is last month’s winner! Congratulations!

RECIPE

Grilling Tips to Get You to Pitmaster Status

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ive your grill some sizzle by combining your favorite cuts of meat and unique combinations of dry rub ingredients. In no time, you’ll earn “pitmaster” status among your friends and family as you create amazing flavors that will impress even the biggest BBQ fans.

The key to success on the grill is top-notch ingredients, and it all begins with quality meat.

With mouthwatering flavor and no artificial ingredients, Smithfield Fresh Pork offers a wide variety of cuts perfect for grilling season.

5. Patience is a virtue; don’t open the grill lid unless you are checking for doneness or turning the food.

Become the ultimate grill master with these tangy Asian inspired St. Louis Style ribs created by pitmaster Tuffy Stone of Q Barbeque.

When you’re ready to hit the grill, keep these tips in mind: 1. Season your ribs at least 30 minutes before grilling to make sure all of the flavors are absorbed.

2. Trust your thermometer; cook ribs to an internal temperature of about 200°F for fall off the bone tenderness.

3. Forget forks; use tongs or a spatula to keep from releasing precious juices.

4. Slow and steady is the way to go; slow cook ribs over indirect heat and add a handful of soaked hickory, apple or cherry wood chips for extra smoky flavor.

Ingredients • 1/2 cup kosher salt • 1/3 cup light brown sugar •1 tablespoon ground cinnamon • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground anise or fennel seed • 1 teaspoon black pepper • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves • 2 racks Smithfield Extra Tender St. LouisStyle Pork Spareribs, membrane removed • 1 handful hickory or apple wood chips for smoking, soaked and drained (optional) • 2 cups hoisin barbecue sauce

Asian Style BBQ Ribs

Hut, Hut, Hike!

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efore the start of play, the football quarterback begins his cadence.

More than just “hut,” the offensive leader on the field uses short commands to prepare the team, adjust to the defense’s line up and even change the play.

Whether it’s “Omaha,” “Red 32,” “Set” or “Hike,” each shout is an important tool in the quarterback’s bag of tricks.

The most well known cadence, “hike,” was the brainchild of John Heisman (of the eponymous trophy). Prior to its introduction, commonly the quarterback signaled the center to give him the ball by simply scratching the center’s leg.

During the 1890-1891 season, Heisman was playing center for the University of Pennsylvania when a leg scratch from an opposing player tricked him into hiking early. To fix the problem, Heisman introduced using a word to start the snap, and that it be “hike,” which already meant to lift up and also had the added benefit of being a short, sharp sound.

“Hut” was introduced later, believed to be inspired by the military cadences of World War II, when drill sergeants would holler “Atten-hut!” Another short, sharp sound, it was perfect for preparing the team for battle.

In longer phrases, colors and numbers are frequently used in combination, such as “Green 19,” “Blue 82” and “43-2,” for any number of reasons.

Sometimes, the phrase indicates a lastminute change in play or clues players in to their blocking assignments. Often the phrase will put a receiver in motion or simply designate when the ball is about to be snapped. And frequently, a great deal of it (if not all at times) is gibberish.

A cadence that comes in many forms but generally means the same thing is the word(s) used to indicate a change in the snap count. Peyton and Eli Manning sometimes use “Omaha,” and Tom Brady uses “Alpha.” Defenses can grow wise to this use, however, so quarterbacks often switch up their cadence or use code words to keep from tipping the snap (and to make the defense jump.)

Excerpts from “Why Do American Footballers Say ‘Hut, Hut, Hike!” by Melissa, B.A., J.D on todayIfoundout.com.

Preparation 1. About 30 minutes before grilling, make the dry rub. Combine the first six ingredients in small bowl; mix well. Generously coat both sides of ribs with rub. Set aside at room temperature for 30 minutes.

2. Heat charcoal or gas grill for indirect cooking at 275°F. Add drained wood chips, if using.

3. Place the ribs, meaty side up, over a drip pan and cook for 2 hours. Add about 12 coals to a charcoal grill every 45 minutes or so to maintain the heat.

4. Remove ribs from grill. Doublewrap each rack in heavy-duty aluminum foil. Return wrapped ribs to the grill and cook for 2 hours more over indirect heat, until very tender. Add more coals as needed to maintain temperature for a charcoal grill.

5. Remove ribs from grill and unwrap. Place ribs over direct heat on grill and brush with hoisin barbecue sauce. Cook for about 5 minutes until the sauce is set.

Turn ribs and repeat with more sauce.

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“Most people have focused on the dangers of sexting and how it can harm a relationship,” said study lead author Emily Stasko, a doctoral candidate in the department of psychology at Drexel University in Philadelphia. “But context matters. Sexting is definitely something that many adults are doing. It’s not going away, and the findings indicate that it can actually be good for relationships and sexual satisfaction.”

The study team conducted an online survey among 870 Americans between the ages of 18 and 82. The poll found that about three-quarters of those who sext do so with a committed partner.

And roughly the same percentage sexts while in the comfort of their home. Just

12 percent said they used this form of communication to cheat on someone.

Men were more likely to think of it as a “fun” and “carefree” experience, and more likely to view the behavior as an expected part of their relationship. Women, on the other hand, appeared to be slightly more likely to want to send texts than to receive them, the researchers said.

But greater sexting frequency was linked to greater sexual satisfaction among both men and women, particularly when sexters were in a relationship, the survey found.

Jeffrey Hall, an assistant professor in the department of communication studies at the University of Kansas in Lawrence, added, “As mobile devices continue the steady march toward achieving the status of fully domestic technologies—like the television and the home computer—it should come as no surprise that we treat them as a means to carry on relationship business as usual, including talking about sex.”

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