Puppies, Kittens & Birds, Oh My!
As I write this month’s column, I have plenty of help from my black and white cat Henri, currently trying to fit his 15 lb. body into a shallow box. Despite the fact that he is hanging out over every edge, he’s asleep and snoring.
This happy fact made me wonder about others and their pets, so I looked up some statistics on pet ownership in Florida. Turns out of the 22.2 million people in Florida, 56% (12.5 million people) own a pet. This doesn’t accurately reflect the number of pets, as many people of course have more than one dog, or a dog and a cat, or a dog and a cat and a bird.
It further turns out that two of the top three “pet friendly US cities” are in the Lifestyles After 50 readership area: Tampa and St. Pete. So clearly Floridians love their pets.
Floridians love their pets so much that they spend $9.1 billion per year on pet food, veterinarian visits, toys, treats, and other pet-related expenses. This averages to about $1,900 per household per year, which doesn’t seem all that much… until you consider that Floridians spend about $1,800
per year on electricity, $1,300 per year on internet/cable, and just $700 per year to bring clean tap water into their homes.
The most popular pet is a dog, with 40% of Floridians owning at least one. Just about one in every four Floridians owns a cat (or should I say, “lives in a household with a cat,” since we all know that it’s really the cat who’s in charge). Birds, fish and reptiles are also popular pets.
I’m not sure why others have pets, but I can tell you with certainty why I do. I’ve had cats since I was a little girl, and the house just seems empty without one (or two, or four). When I come home with the groceries, Henri is waiting at the door to meow “hello.” He sleeps in bed with me, curled up and putting out heat like a tiny black and white space heater. He’s another living creature in an otherwise-empty house.
But most of all, I love him. Watching him groom himself, or stretch, or sleep makes me happy. His purr brings a smile to my face. He brings me joy. And what could be more amazing than that?
Wishing you smiling dogs and purring cats,
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6 Things You Need to Know Before Filing Your 2024 Taxes
Adapted from AARP.org; read the full article at AARP.org/money/taxes/filing-tax-return-tips/
Tax season is here. While that might not be the most exciting news, you do have control over how smoothly it will go. With the right information, you can breeze through. Here are 6 things you should know about filing this year.
1. TAXES ARE DUE APRIL 15 (FOR MOST PEOPLE)
Federal income tax returns for the 2024 tax year are due April 15, 2025 — with a few exceptions. One exception applies to victims of certain natural disasters like Hurricanes Helene and Debby. If you lived in a federally declared disaster area, the IRS may grant you an extension to file and pay your taxes. See IRS.gov for details.
2. THERE’S A SPECIAL TAX FORM FOR OLDER TAXPAYERS
If you’re having trouble reading IRS Form 1040 because of vision issues, consider IRS Form 1040-SR. The form has larger type and a chart for calculating your standard deduction.
3. YOU GET A HIGHER STANDARD DEDUCTION IF YOU’RE 65 OR OLDER
The standard deduction reduces your taxable income: for single filers and for those who are married but filing separately it’s $14,600 for the 2024 tax year (up $750 from last year). For married couples filing a joint return, the standard exemption is $29,200 (up $1,500 from 2023).
The standard deduction gets even better if you’re 65 or older. Each joint filer 65 and older can increase their standard deduction by $1,550, for a total of $3,100, if both joint filers are 65-plus. Single filers 65 or older get an extra $1,950 standard deduction.
4. NOT EVERYONE HAS TO FILE A TAX RETURN
In most cases, you don’t have to submit a return if your gross income is less than your standard deduction.
“Gross income” generally includes all income you received during the tax year in the form of money, goods, property and services
that isn't exempt from tax. As a result, only the taxable portion of your Social Security benefits (if any) is included in your gross income for this purpose — the exempt part doesn’t count.
There are still some situations where you’ll have to file a tax return even if your gross income is less than your standard deduction. See IRS.gov for more.
5. TRACK YOUR REFUND
No more checking the mailbox or your bank’s website. There's a better way: Use the IRS' “Where’s My Refund?” tool. Once you’ve signed up, you can virtually watch your tax refund go through the tax system. IRS.gov/wheres-my-refund
6. GET FREE TAX HELP
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is targeted at older taxpayers with low to moderate income. Find Tax-Aide locations at AARP.org.
The IRS' Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) service offers free tax help for qualifying taxpayers at thousands of sites across the country. Typically, those who qualify make $67,000 or less. (Visit IRS.gov)
The IRS offers its own free tax software (Direct File). It’s available in Florida to people filing relatively simple tax returns. Start at DirectFile.IRS.gov.
National Volunteer Month
Held in April every year, National Volunteer Month is a time to celebrate and recognize the contributions of volunteers across the country. It is an opportunity to join the impact of volunteerism and encourage more people to get involved in their communities. This is a great month to reaffirm your commitment to giving back.
Here are some additional ideas to get you started:
COMMUNITY FOCUSED:
For National Volunteer Month 2025, consider volunteering at a local animal shelter, helping with a neighborhood cleanup, or serving meals at a homeless shelter, or explore other opportunities through Volunteer.gov.
• Clean-up Events: Organize or participate in a neighborhood or park cleanup.
• Food Drives: Help collect food for local food banks or pantries.
• Habitat for Humanity: Volunteer with Habitat for Humanity to help build homes.
• Serve Meals: Volunteer at a soup kitchen or homeless shelter to serve meals.
• Support Seniors: Volunteer at a senior center or nursing home to provide companionship or assistance.
• Mentor a Child: Become a mentor for a child or teen in need.
• Make Holidays Special: Volunteer to help with holiday events or activities for those in need.
• Share Your Talents: Offer your skills (e.g., tutoring, gardening, art) to a local organization.
• Help the Sick: Volunteer at a hospital or hospice to provide support to patients.
ANIMAL FOCUSED:
• Animal Shelter: Volunteer at a local animal shelter to help with walking dogs, cleaning, or other tasks.
• Pet Adoption Events: Assist with pet adoption events to help find homes for animals in need.
• Donate Supplies: Donate pet food, blankets, or other supplies to local animal shelters.
Social Security Q&A
Information from Social Security Administration
OVERPAYMENTS + DEBIT CARD
Question: I received a letter from Social Security that they overpaid me. What should I do now?
Answer: If you got a letter in the mail that says you got more money than you should have, please pay us back within 30 days.
Benefits are overpaid when we can't accurately calculate your benefit amount because our information is wrong or incomplete. It can happen if you don't share updates with us about what's changed in your life, like your ability to work, living situation, marital status, or income.
We will wait at least 30 days (plus 5 mail days) from the date of the overpayment notice before we start collection of the overpayment. If you submit a request for waiver or reconsideration before 30 days has passed, we will not begin collection of the overpayment until a decision is made.
If you'd like to request to repay us in smaller monthly payments, fill out the Request for Change in Overpayment Recovery Rate (Form SSA-634) and fax or mail the form to your local Social Security office.
If you can't afford to pay us back, and if you feel the error wasn't your fault or is unfair for some other reason, ask us to waive repayment.
If you don’t agree that you’ve been overpaid, or you believe the overpayment amount is incorrect, you can request a reconsideration. We call this an appeal.
Question: I would like to have my benefits deposited through the Direct Express debit Card.
Answer: The Direct Express® card is a debit card you can use to access your benefits and you don't need a bank account.
With the Direct Express® card program, your federal benefit payment directly deposits into your card account. Your monthly benefits will be available on your payment day—on time, every time.
Call the toll-free Direct Express® hotline at 1-800-333-1795. Also, Social Security can help you sign up.
If you receive a paper check, you may visit Treasury’s webpage to enroll in direct deposit.
Potato Kugel
Kugel is a traditional Jewish style of casserole. There are many types of kugels, but the most popular is a slightly sweet eggy bake made with noodles. But, when you’re looking for a gluten and dairy-free recipe, this savory potato kugel is the way to go.
Ingredients:
• 2 large yellow onions, peeled and shredded
• 5 lb. russet potatoes, peeled and shredded
• 6 large eggs
• 1/4 cup of vegetable oil
Method:
• 1 tsp. baking powder
• 1 Tbsp. kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
• 1 Tbsp. finely chopped chives
liquid, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Pour egg mixture over potato and onion mixture and toss to combine.
Preheat the oven to 375°. Working in batches, place handfuls of shredded onions and potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess liquid into a bowl, reserving the liquid. Drain and transfer onion and potatoes to another bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes then drain again.
In another large bowl, beat eggs well then beat in oil, reserved potato
Sweet Noodle Kugel
Kugel is basically the Yiddish/Jewish word for casserole. While there are many savory versions out there (such as the giant-latke Potato Kugel) I have a soft spot in my heart for sweet noodle kugel. Often thick and eggy, this version is the perfect amount of sweet with an added hint of cinnamon.
Ingredients:
• Butter, for greasing the pan
• 16 oz. wide egg noodles
• 5 large eggs
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
Method:
• 16 oz. sour cream
• 8 oz. cottage cheese
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 9" x 13” baking dish. In a large pot of boiling water, cook pasta until al dente, 5 minutes. Drain.
In a large bowl beat the eggs until frothy.
Brush a 9”x13” baking dish with oil and place in the oven to preheat for 5 minutes. Carefully remove baking dish from oven and fill evenly with potato mixture.
Bake until golden and potatoes are tender, about 1 hour. Turn the oven to broil and broil kugel until the top is golden.
Sprinkle with chives before serving.
Add the butter, sour cream, cottage cheese, sugar, and cinnamon beating well after each addition.
Gently stir in the noodles.
Music Flashback: “Before the Next Teardrop Falls”
BY: RANDAL C. HILL
Freddy Fender had just one year of mainstream stardom, but, man, it was a humdinger! Born Baldemar Huerta in 1937 in San Benito, Texas, he left high school and joined the Marine Corps. Much of his military time was wasted in an Okinawa brig due to his drinking binges. But during that confinement he learned of a new type of music that sometimes wafted through the prison corridors.
Music that would change his life. Early rock ‘n’ roll.
He returned to Texas. “I grew my sideburns, put 50 pounds of wax on my hair, and I thought I was Elvis Presley. That lasted several years. I was nothing but rhythm-and-blues and rock ‘n’ roll.”
tune in the restroom of a Harlingen, Texas, joint called the Starlight Club. The song was “Wasted Days and Wasted Nights,” and it would serve him well later.
However, as he prepared to release a single of “Wasted,” Fender and his bass player were busted in Louisiana for marijuana possession. Sentenced to five years each in Angola Prison, both served fewer than four. The future, though, still seemed anything but bright for the San Benito singer.
In 1959, he adopted the stage moniker Freddy Fender, after the well-known brand name etched on his electric guitar. (“I thought it would sell better with gringos.”) A year later, he composed a catchy
Movie Preview: “The Friend”
BY RANDAL C. HILL
This movie, which stars Bill Murray and Naomi Watts, features a scene-stealing newcomer to the silver screen. He weighs 150 pounds and stands 42” tall. His real name is Bing, his movie name is Apollo, and he’s a Great Dane dog.
Wait! Don’t go away! “The Friend” isn’t a kid-oriented yarn like “Old Yeller” or “Benji,” nor is the canine star a brave, heroic creature such as Rin Tin Tin or Lassie. It’s about a dog who misses his master, even though he is also here to help a lonely woman find herself.
“The Friend” opens with rascally ex-college professor Walter (Murray) holding forth at a party and joyously orating (perhaps for the umpteenth time) about how he came to find and adopt Apollo, who was alone in a New York City park when Walter first spied him.
Back in his hometown, Fender met Huey Meaux, a shady businessman who owned the record label Crazy Cajun. In 1974, Meaux had Freddy cut a countrified single called “Before the Next Teardrop Falls.” It had been around since 1967, but it was Fender’s fervent rendition–sung in both English and Spanish—that drew interest from recording powerhouse ABC/Dot Records. When ABC/Dot leased Meaux’s disc, Fender was on his way.
In early 1975, his signature tune reached Number One on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. He followed with his own “Wasted Days and Wasted Nights,” a Top Ten single, and ended the year with a version—sung partly in Spanish—of Doris Day’s “Secret Love.”
“I was just having fun,” Fender admitted later. “I never thought of becoming a great singer.”
In the next scene, we see many of the same party people—including Walter’s three ex-wives—gathered at his funeral. The professor has died by his own hand, although we never learn why.
Iris (Watts) is a middle-aged writer and creative-writing instructor who has been Walter’s closest friend since the days when she was his student, and he was her instructor-cum-mentor. Since a onenight tryst long ago, their relationship has been both meaningful and platonic.
It’s a flabbergasted Iris that Walter has bequeathed massive Apollo to. Three problems thus emerge. First, Iris isn’t a “dog person.” Also, she lives in a rent-controlled apartment that doesn’t allow pets. Finally, Apollo is severely depressed—he’s mourning the loss of Walter in his life—and the canine turns to Iris for support.
“The Friend” functions on different levels—as a finely tuned dog movie for grown-ups, as the story of a single woman making do in New York, and, perhaps most importantly, as a tale of what it truly means to care for something.
Taken from the best-selling 2018 novel by Sigrid Nunez, the heartfelt script was written and directed by the long-established team of David Siegel and Scott McGhee.
A standing-ovation winner at three 2024 film festivals, “The Friend” from Samuel Goldwyn Production releases in theaters April 4.
Armchair Adventures: Guatemala: Land of Eternal Spring
Thud. Our boat’s motor abruptly stops in the middle of 1,000-foot-deep Lake Atitlán. We bob on the waves as the driver frantically tries to crank the engine. The towering volcano over Santiago had so entranced us that we hadn’t considered a problem. Soon, we’re on the move again, reflecting on our experiences in Guatemala, the Land of Eternal Spring.
A short flight from Miami brings us to Guatemala City, where a driver takes us 50 miles over bumpy roads to our destination— Antigua.
ANTIGUA
At the end of wide cobblestone streets, we stop at the unimpressive Porta Hotel. But appearances deceive. We find a stunning courtyard with a vast swimming pool, hibiscus, oleander, and tropical plants. Scarlet macaws and toucans call throughout the day. Our rooms are spacious, even offering American television, a rarity in Central America.
By Evelyn Kelly, PhD
“The people are poor,” Stu says, “but they are not miserable. There’s a difference.”
Built in the 16th century and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Antigua is surrounded by three volcanoes and colonial architecture. It served as the Spanish capital until earthquakes forced its relocation to Guatemala City in 1776.
Our guide, Estuardo (“Stu”) leads us through ancient cathedrals, monastery ruins, and the former rulers’ palace. In the plaza, shoeshine boys eagerly offer to shine our sandals, showcasing their industrious spirit.
MARKETS, LAKES, AND VOLCANOES
Leaving Antigua, we enter the indigenous highlands, known for coffee and corn. The landscape is dotted with the blackened cones of 30 volcanoes, some still smoking. This is a country shaped by seismic activity—an earthquake in 1976 killed 23,000 people.
Here, people live in small houses with tin roofs. Stu explains, “These roofs are a problem. They cook and heat with open fire, and without chimneys, smoke fills the home. The leading cause of illness, especially among children, is respiratory disease.”
Stu describes the priorities of the male farmers: (1) their land, (2) their pickup trucks, (3) gold in their teeth, and (4) their children’s education. Indeed, nearly every local in the market displays gold fillings.
In Chichicastenango, a town famous for its vibrant markets and festivals, we encounter colorful tapestries and handicrafts. We’ve seen aggressive vendors in many countries, but here, young girls tug at our hearts. “Please buy from me,” they plead. “I made these myself.” Unable to ignore or bargain well, I purchase ten, stopping only when I remember my suitcase’s limitations.
GUATEMALA CITY
The Spaniards who settled in Guatemala intermarried with the indigenous population, forging a unique society. Driving through Guatemala City, we pass high-end, gated communities that contrast sharply with the tin-covered homes in the countryside. While social customs lean European, the influx of people seeking a better life often leads to more poverty and crime, influenced by gangs from other Central American nations.
Stu believes change is slow. “Real change in Guatemala is one to two generations away.” Yet, we see a country with breathtaking landscapes, Mayan ruins, and Spanish colonial treasures—a place full of potential.
Evelyn Kelly is co-author of “Have a Love Affair with Travel: Your Ticket to an Exhilarating Life.”
THE HEALTHY GEEZER
Back Pain, Part 3
(This is the last of a 3-part series on back pain. The first two columns were about causes and prevention. This one is about treatments.)
Treatment for back pain generally depends on whether it is acute or chronic. Acute back pain usually gets better on its own. Treatment for chronic back pain is either non-surgical or surgical. In most cases, back pain does not require surgery.
The following are common non-surgical treatments for chronic back pain. They have varying degrees of support from the medical community. You should seek your own doctor’s advice about any of them.
• Hot or cold packs.
• Exercise can help ease chronic pain and perhaps reduce its risk of returning.
• Medications include Tylenol; nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen; prescription narcotics such as oxycodone; topical analgesics such as Ben Gay; muscle relaxants and certain antidepressants.
• Traction, which employs pulleys and weights to stretch the back, pulls the vertebrae apart to allow a bulging disc to slip back into place.
• Injections into nerves, spinal joints or specific areas of pain.
• Spinal manipulation refers to procedures in which professionals use their hands to treat the spine or surrounding tissues.
• Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) involves wearing a small box over the painful area that directs mild electrical impulses to nerves.
• Acupuncture: insertion of thin needles at precise locations to relieve pain.
• Acupressure: a therapist applies pressure to sore points with hands, elbows, or even feet.
• Rolfing is a type of massage involving strong pressure on deep tissues in the back to relieve tightness.
Some of the conditions that may require surgery include:
• Herniated or ruptured discs that are damaged and irritate nearby nerves.
• Spinal stenosis, the narrowing of the spinal canal.
• Spondylolisthesis, a condition in which a vertebra dislocates.
• Vertebral fractures caused by trauma or crumbling of the vertebrae.
• Degenerative disc disease brought on by aging.
Some commonly performed back surgeries:
• Laminectomy/discectomy in which part of the lamina, a portion of the bone on the back of the vertebrae, is removed. The herniated disc is then removed.
• Microdiscectomy removes a herniated disc through a small incision in the back. The doctor uses a magnifying microscope in this operation.
• Laser surgery. During this procedure, the surgeon inserts a needle in the disc that delivers a few bursts of laser energy to vaporize the tissue in the disc. This reduces its size and relieves pressure on the nerves.
• In a laminectomy, the doctor makes a large incision down the affected area of the spine and removes the lamina and any bone spurs, which are overgrowths of bone, that may have formed in the spinal canal because of osteoarthritis.
• In spinal fusion, two or more vertebrae are joined together using bone grafts, screws, and rods to stop slippage of an affected vertebrae.
• Disc replacement: When a disc is herniated, one alternative to remove the disc and replace it with a synthetic disc.
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Royal Egg Salad
This is the recipe for egg salad that is served in royal households for high tea. It is creamy and tangy with just a tiny bit of peppery flavor from the hot sauce. The original recipe (courtesy of Tom Parker Bowles in his book “Cooking & The Crown”) calls for homemade mayonnaise but AllRecipes.com has adapted it to use store-bought mayo. We think it tastes as good as the original. Makes 2 regular sandwiches or 6 finger sandwiches.
Ingredients:
• 4 eggs
• 3 Tablespoons mayonnaise (Duke’s or Blue Plate recommended)
Method:
Boil 4 eggs for just 8 minutes.
• Tabasco sauce
• Chives
• White wine vinegar
• Salt and pepper
Peel the eggs, then place in a bowl and mash with a fork.
Stir in 3 tablespoons mayonnaise, a dash of Tabasco, a handful of chopped chives, a splash of white wine vinegar, and salt and black pepper to taste.
To serve “high tea” style, make egg salad sandwiches on freshly baked and buttered white bread. Cut off the crusts and slice into finger sandwiches.
These days, turning 60 doesn’t mean you’re ready to slow down. You just need a little more help than you used to. The first step? A primary care provider who takes the time to understand who you are—and what you want to do next.
Peter’s next big thing is improving his short game, and we’re going to make sure he’s ready. What’s next for you?
Peter Crampton |
Ahh April. Tax month. For some reason, April triggers the “wacky” in my brain. This year my financial advisor suggested that I write a loser’s handbook. Not easily offended, I accepted the challenge.
The term “Born Loser” is incorrect. Successfully losing takes time, effort, and planning. It is an acquired skill.
To share my expertise, especially around April 15, I have written “The Loser’s Handbook: An Authoritative Guide to Successful Failure.”
Successful Failure
By Patricia Finn
In time I will add a series of seminars: “Lose Now: 10 Easy Steps,” “How to Lose Your Perfect Soul Mate,” and “Financial Freedom and Weight Loss.” At no extra charge you can receive my newsletter, “I Can’t Find Myself.” This dynamic resource provides maps, compasses, and travel guides. We offer keys which find you and other items to help the common loser function in today’s complex world.
Finally, I am excited to announce that there will be a Lose Cruise in August. Aboard replicas of the Nina, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria, we will combine the best of relaxation with intense lifechanging seminars. These seminars will be led by experts in the field. With all that said, I am proud to present excerpts from “Successful Failure.”
These guidelines focus on all major areas of life: family, finance, career, and pets.
• Scatter yourself/diversify. This is the Jack of all trades but master of none syndrome. I call it Life ADD. Do some painting, some writing, a little sports. Spread this diversification out over a lifetime and you will find yourself (our goal) not far from where you started.
• Develop low self-esteem. This is not hard; your friend and family will help you.
• Write everything down. This is a great waste of time. My handwriting is illegible, and my spelling is incorrect. If you have good handwriting and can spell, you would not be reading this.
• Misuse words. It’s your language to isn’t it?
• Never complete
• Plan. Be a planner, then fail. That way no one can say that you didn’t plan.
• Don’t watch TV. I have never bothered to waste my time and pollute my thinking.
• Lead a healthy lifestyle. This is important if you are to blame yourself and not your crazy habits.
• Never use the spell chick.
I hope these suggestions have been helpful, and that you will consider joining us for the cruise. I encourage you to order T shirts and caps with our logo: “May the Loss Be With You.”
Veteran Owned Bakery in Tarpon Springs Has a Sweet Mission
The Baking Soldier (thebakingsoldier. com) opened in February with the mission of establishing a female veteran association. The small business is helping give back to the veteran community.
Situated in the back of her store, owner Hayley Johnson is hard at work doing what she does best — creating confections from baked goods to chocolates and everything in between.
“These are cake pops that I make from my Italian cookies,” says Johnson. “Raspberry, strawberry — this is a fruit medley.”
It’s all happening under the roof of her new business, inspired by her real-life call-to-duty and love for baking. “I make it all by hand and hand paint everything and put a lot of time and love into my products,” said Johnson.
But the inspiration behind Johnson’s store goes a little deeper than the chocolate.
“I’ve been advocating for better veteran care for about 30 years now,” she says.
Johnson served in the Navy. An injury brought her military career to an early end and led her down other paths until her passion for baking took over. “My story went to the White House, it was featured in Glamour magazine in 2015, and when I was in New York, I still could not find the resources to help me,” Johnson said. “I even worked with United Nations Human Rights Watch, and still there were no resources for family law for veterans so that is my ultimate goal and why I want to start an association.”
It’s this mission that has brought Johnson to Tarpon Springs where she is partnering with the Pinellas County Veteran Association. “I would like to grow the business,” says Johnson, “and I would like to see my veteran association be up and running within the next year.”
The Baking Soldier is open Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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Sock it to me, Baby!
What do the following well-known men have in common? Zac Efron, Idris Elba, Dwayne Johnson, Daniel Kaluuya, Chris Pine, Andy Cohen, and the most obvious of all, perennial host, co-host & substitute-host of every television show that’s been broadcast since he replaced Dave Garroway on NBC’s “Today” Show (no fact-checking please): Ryan Seacrest.
And the answer is (drum roll) no socks!
Even with dress shoes, no socks!
Call me “old-fashionable,” but I just don’t get it.
Is this “trendy”? The new “cool”? The latest haute couture?
Do men go on job interviews deeming this “putting their best foot forward”? Do they actually get hired? When I was going for job interviews, I not only wore socks and shined my shoes, I always wore shirts with French cuffs.
Have I just described a bygone era? Please, say it isn’t so!
Obviously, I wear socks, and if I were not diabetic, I’d still wear diabetic socks. The first time I tried them, I couldn’t believe how comfortable they were. I recently got a pair of ultra comfortable socks included with my new shoes, also comfortable, Hokas from “Fleet Feet” (like the Good Feet Store, but not as pricey).
When I was in my 20s I went through a phase of wearing leather moccasins sans socks. It was comfortable, but odoriferous. Our son went through a similar stage during which we made him leave his shoes outside whoever he entered the house.
We should have bought stock in Air Wick!
Ahhhh….sweet memories!
Are you a square like Mike or are you a hipster? If you have opinions about this new trend, please share them with him at micwrighthamo@gmail.com.
BOOK REVIEW by Kathy A. Megyeri
Celebrate the National “Girl Me Too” Day with Your Grey Hair
Book: “Going Grey, How to Embrace Your Authentic Self with Grace and Style,” by Anne Kreamer, Little Brown and Company
Girl Me Too Day celebrated on April 7 recognizes the strength and endurance of all women and is a day to show support for one another. It was first celebrated in 2017 and its motto is “I’m designed for greatness.” Visit Girlmetoo.com for more.
“Whether ‘tis nobler to wear the inevitable signs of aging proudly or to take arms against them.”
Linda Stankard
Aging is a female obsession but “Going Grey” by Anne Kreamer is one woman’s exploration of that experience.
Through interviews, experiments and her own story, she examines what happened when she let her hair become its true color and then discovers her true self. Her journey mirrors that of so many of us.
Her saga in “middle-aging,” as she calls it, is informative, and her writing style is friendly, useful and entertaining. Kreamer in the ’80’s distributed and co-produced Sesame Street, helped launch Spy magazine, created Nickelodeon Magazine, started the monthly “American Treasures” column for Martha Stewart Living, and wrote the book, “It’s Always Personal.”
And while some feel it necessary to hide their age or ask permission to go grey, others like Kreamer embrace it and find that men really don’t mind it or they love it, prospective employers are more wary of it, and Hollywood tries to cover it up as much as possible.
Fewer than 10% of American women colored their hair in the 1950s compared with a reported 40-75% today. But some women cut their grey hair off, wear hats, scarves, headbands, or have it styled but others of us give in, stop the coloring, and then flourish.
Kreamer shares her research, the history, and our cultural standards to convince the reader that the stigma of grey being old, frumpy and uncaring is gone. Grey is empowering!
Readers say the book is written with warmth, intelligence, and humor. It certainly gives us confidence and helps us adjust our attitudes about aging. It’s inspirational with a sociopolitical analysis and focuses on an important aspect of womanhood. So if you’ve hesitated about coloring no more, this educational book is a turning point for you.
As one reader said, “I wish I had let my hair go grey years ago. This book is a meditation on aging, sexuality, selfhood, and about the very soul of a woman’s life.”
Sudoku requires no arithmetic skills.
The object of the game is to fill all the blank squares with the correct numbers.
APRIL SUDOKU
Sudoku requires no arithmetic skills.
The object of the game is to fill all the blank squares with the correct numbers.
Each row of 9 numbers must include all digits 1 through 9 in any order. Each column of 9 numbers must include all digits 1 through 9 in any order.
Each row of 9 numbers must include all digits 1 through 9 in any order. Each column of 9 numbers must include all digits 1 through 9 in any order. Each 3 by 3 subsection of the 9 by 9 square must include all digits 1 through 9.
Sudoku requires no arithmetic skills. The object of the game is to fill all the blank squares with the correct numbers. Each row and each column of 9 numbers must include all digits 1 through 9 in any order. Each 3 by 3 subsection of the 9 by 9 square much include all digits 1 through 9 as well. Good luck! The first correct answers selected from the drawing on the 20th will win. Send your answers along with your name, address, telephone number and email to:
Each 3 by 3 subsection of the 9 by 9 square must include all digits 1 through 9.
Lifestyles After 50 P.O. BOX 638, SEFFNER, FL 33583
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Amelia Wallon, Clearwater
THIS MONTHS' CATEGORY: BODY PARTS
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WORD SEARCH
Trivia Palooza
"The History of April"
April ushers in some of the biggest holidays of the year. Name 3.
The 1st Webster Dictionary was copyrighted by whom? When?
Americas 1st astronauts were announced by NASA when?
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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?
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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? Mouth
Mail to: Lifestyles After 50, P.O. Box 638, Seffner, FL, 33583
Elmer Peelman, Zephyrhills was our March winner!
February answers: Arizona, Hawaii, Guam. Wilson 1918. Iran, Russia, Turkey
Please enjoy playing our Crossword, Sudoku and Word Search Puzzles. The more puzzles you play & submit, the better chance you have to win!
Cathy Beates, Sun City
4 STEPS TO GREAT SKIN AT ANY AGE
ARTICLE AND IMAGES COURTESY OF FAMILY FEATURES
There’s a secret for achieving a glowing complexion: there is no secret. In fact, a key factor in achieving great skin at any age comes down to one common denominator: taking good care of your skin.
After all, your skin is your body’s single largest organ. It’s your protective shield, but it can also reveal the truth of your age, especially if you’re lax when it comes to regular skin care.
MAKE HYDRATION A PRIORITY.
Keeping the skin hydrated maintains its barrier integrity. When the skin becomes dry, it reduces the effectiveness of the skin barrier, making it less resilient against irritants and allergens.
Often, when the skin is dry it feels more rough or flaky. With proper hydration, the skin feels smoother and looks more supple. Achieving hydration through a better skin care routine, drinking plenty of water daily and eating certain fruits and vegetables can improve your skin’s appearance, maintaining a radiant, healthy complexion. PRO TIP: use a humidifier in your bedroom.
USE THE RIGHT SOAP.
gentle on the skin. They’re made with plant-based glycerin, which is a powerful humectant that attracts water from the environment and deeper layers of the skin to the outer layer, keeping it hydrated. Glycerin-based cleansers can help prevent stripping of the skin’s natural oils, which averts a tight, dry feeling.
Despite what your mother may have told you, squeaky clean isn’t always best. A better bet when it comes to soap is a product that respects your skin’s moisture balance and cleanses without creating tightness or irritation.
Mild options such as Pears skin cleansing products are specifically formulated and dermatologically tested to be
AVOID HOT SHOWERS.
Even the best products may not overcome the potential harm that comes from taking showers that are too hot. The heat removes your skin’s natural oils, which leaves you prone to itching and dryness and may worsen skin conditions.
Instead of cranking up the heat, opt for lukewarm temperatures and keep the shower time brief. Use moisturizing cleansers. PRO TIP: After your shower, immediately apply moisturizer to replenish and rehydrate your skin.
PROTECT YOUR SKIN FROM THE SUN.
After completing your skin cleansing routine, there’s an additional step to help maintain healthy, hydrated skin before heading outdoors: Take time to apply a layer of sunscreen to skin that will be exposed, including your face, ears and hands. Reapply every two hours if you’re spending a great deal of time outside. Sun damage can prematurely age the skin. You may not feel the heat as much during colder times of year, but the rays are still capable of damaging your skin, maybe even more so because you don’t feel the burn.
Seniors getting Together
WOMEN SEEKING MEN
WOMEN SEEKING MEN
MEN SEEKING WOMEN
4907 - SWF. 59 yo, 5’9”, 160 lbs, smoker, blonde hair, blue eyes. I like shing, movies, traveling, dancing, good food. Seeks SWM who likes the same.
5635 SWF RETIRED, SECURE, 80YY – ISO trustworthy, honest man NS-ND. Enjoy quiet times, pleasant conversation, dining out, social gatherings and listening to music. I share piano music as a pianist. Friendly and fun. Sarasota area.
5409 - WRETCHED old hagg seeking miserable old troll. If U respond U obviously have a sense of humor & R adventurous. I’m 76, blonde, petite, earthy, easy to B with. Love singing, dancing, biking, cooking, vintage cars & vintage men. Must have a little class & a lot of character.
5640 82 YEARS OLD – Looking 40, feeling 30. Very active. Dance, exercise and travel. Seeking a younger man 45 to 65. Athletic fit and willing to take care of all my needs. Tampa
5422 - VERY PRETTY WWF ISO FF. Long blonde hair, youthful 60’s, 5’4”, slim, ND, NS. Fine dining, dancing, theatre, travel. Looking for retired W gentleman, 5’9”, 6575, HWP, SOH. Will speak soon. Send photo & phone.
5643 SWCF. VERY LONELY. – ISO N/S man who can slow dance. I go to Elks, Moose and Eagles. I have a condo near Bay Pines. I’m 85 years old 5’6” tall and enjoys day trips. Leave a message. St Pete.
5436 - TAMPA VETERAN NEEDS COMPANION QUICKLY. SW, 60, looking for healthy, W, 45-65 for LTR. Need compuer operations, applications expert and handy homemaker. Quiet music, parks, swimming, local touring. Veteran literary a plus. Tampa.
5644 PLANT CITY WIDOW – A Plant City widow who misses her longtime husband and best friend. Searching for a white easy-going male in his 70s to meet and start a friendship with and perhaps lead to a longtime companion to share my life with. Plant City
5427 - SEEKING SINCERE, HONEST GENTLEMAN. I’m 70s, HWP, NS, ND, like to meet SWM with same interest for LTR. Laid back, no drama. Like animals. Hillsborough & Pasco.
5649 SWF ISO SOH MAN – I am from a city. Want to see more in Florida. No drama, no smokers but REAL! HWP is myself. Pinellas Park
5651 FS 70YY HWP – Greenlight. Spirit filled woman. Medical career. Retired. Enjoys friends, planting flowers, music, movies, reading and fishing. Peace. Send me a note. Tampa.
5425 - SINCERE CHRISTIAN WOMAN desires C-man who really loves God and is active, lives a healthy life, helps his neighbor, enjoys nature (including picnics), canoeing and a friend to all animals. I’m all of the above. I’m a W ,etite lady with long hair and chearful. Age 60’s, Age preferred: Mid 50’s and up. I live in Hillsborough County. Please write me, tell me about yourself.
5652 ARTFUL LIVING – Mature, smart, attractive, personable WW looking to meet PM 70+ with similar traits and a kind heart. FF, must like socializing and having fun! Tampa
5431 – LONELY WWF, looking for love & companion. Man should be 70 to 80 yrs old. I am nancially secure, have a car & condo. I live in N. St. Pete.
5653 VENICE, JERSEY, TRUMP, UNVAXED – I value kindness, honest, smart. I like dogs, cars, and fish. 420 friendly – looking for a match for the last chapter. Let’s meet on 41. Healthy. Phone number and picture, please. Sarasota.
5429 - HERE, DURING COVID-19 IN S. FT. MYERS. ISO friendship only with W, widower in early 80’s. SOH, honest, NS. I am W, WW, HWP, attractive & intellgent. Please respond with phone/email. Be safe & well.
5654 PURPLE HEART WIDOW
5413 - WW ISO BUDDY, FRIEND to pal around with who’s about my age, 80’s, gal or guy with SOH. Good health, nancially secure to have fun & enjoy life. No Trumpers or religious zealots please. Let the good times roll.
– Seeks a companion, not a new husband. Pretty and fun. Love, scuba, boating, real crime and travel, 420 friendly. Kind, smart, single. You could be happy. Picture and Phone, please. Venice.
5419 - HAVE A NICE DAY. SWF, 75 yo, 5’5”, slender, brunette, green eyes, adventurous, love walks, parks, outdoors, healthy food. Am happy, loving, kind. LTR, intimacy? Have photo. Tampa.
5655 RETIRED SWM NS ND – 5’7” 140 pounds. No pets seeking fun gal to share my home and life. Preferably retired. Pleasant, playful, passionate, practically perfect. Pretty, peaceful, quiet area. All answered with photo, phone number and description, please
4119 - Seeking Honest gentleman. Former airline stewardess and model, 5’4”, 104 lbs., slender, white with Ph.D. in healthcare. Fulbright scholar, eats healthy and exercises. Likes sports and animals. WW. Loves the Lord. Florida.
MEN SEEKING WOMEN
5656 – Do you like the Elks, American Legion, movies, TV, shopping, kissing, holding hands? Also, restaurants and happy hour? Great! I am a SWM, 70s, 5‘6“. NS, ND, SOH with a black tabby cat and a great condo. In search of SWF or Asian. Fun, easy-going, smiles NS. Pinellas Park. Please be local.
5411 - BM seeks LTR with 50-65 yr old woman of character. I am 6’0”, 180 lbs, 60 year old. NS. Children are adults. Free to travel. I am a one woman man. Race is not an issuecharacter is!
seeking t, attractive, female. Very handsome, very t senior. 5’11”, 175, blue eyes, silver hair. Let’s enjoy life’s pleasures. Dunedin.
5642 SWM – Y 71 SOH, open-minded. ISO fun HWP F for ST LT. 33701, W, NS, ND. I'm fun, enjoy dancing, cuddling, affection. Outdoors, walking , holding hands, karaoke, romantic movies, much more. Not into sports.
5417 - PINELLAS PARK, FUN LOVING SWM, seeking SWW to enjoy sports activities, bridge, dominoes, pinochle and swimming at Mainlands. I’m 88 and very active. Looking for SWW over 70. I’m 6’3”, 235 lbs and a dancer. Pinellas Park.
5647 SEARCHING FOR A NICE WOMAN – Optimistic, 5’8” NS, ND into health and longevity. Like smiles, especially from the heart. Giving contempt the boot! Practicing love is easier. Join me. New Port Richey area.
5648 SBM, 73 – Happy holidays! Enjoy Florida and all it has to offer. Would luv to meet single lady, (race unimportant) to have a great time with. “Old skool” kind of guy. Riverview.
To PLACe An AD: Send your ad, stating what edition(s) you would like it placed in, along with a $6 fee for 30 words (25¢ for each additional word, abbreviations not charged) to the Lifestyles After 50 address listed below. Ads received by the 15th of the month will appear in the following issue.
To ReSPonD To An AD: Write a letter to the person you want to contact. Place that letter in a stamped envelope and write the ad # on the bottom left hand side of the envelope. Place your stamped, numbered envelope(s), along with $2 for each letter enclosed, into another envelope and address it to: Lifestyles After 50 Seniors Getting Together P.O. Box 638, Seffner, FL 33583
CommonLY USeD ABBReViATionS:
5407 - ISO BF, 50+, slender build who likes to read, go out to eat, movies, laid back, enjoys laughter & is drama free. Look forward to hearing from you. I am a WM, 5’11”, 155 lbs, NS and drama free.
5622 HI - A VERY MATURE – W, M, 140 lb., white hair, brown eyes, of reasonable looks, 5’8”. In Tampa. NS, SD only. Shall we meet for coffee, and see? Yes, my parents are of Italian descent, but born in the USA. Seeking H, W, P, lady who is mobile and likes life, but wants more. Trump can offer a better life. Now you know how I think.
5630 LOOKING FOR FEMALE
5415 - M, WW, NS, SD, HWP, P, FF, likes cards, walks, cooking, travel, fun.
COMPANION – I’m 80, YY, SD, SM, LTR, FF, TLC. I like fishing, golf, going to the beach, spending time with family, watching TV, watching movies cuddling on sofa. Romantic. She should like the same, plus some of her own. Lehigh Acres
5424 - HI, Lonely guy, WM, 5’8”, 160 lbs, a young mid-seventies, NS, NS, t, active and adventuresome. Seeks lady, mid-sixties to early seventies, HWP, exercises, possible romance, LTR. Let’s be happy and celebrate life.
5393 - SWM, 69, 5’11”, AVG. Hair black, thinning, DAV, honest, sincere, relocated Hudson. Retired Leo. ISO WHF, widow preferred, attractive, sm. butt, NS, ND, handy homemaker, intimacy yes, no baggage, drama.
5428 - M, WW, NS, SD, HWP, R, TLC, 70’s. Likes sharing many activities together, quiet evenings; be adventurous.
5629 – WANT TO TAKE A TRIP TO ALASKA? Fly there and back, motorhome camping & Jeep waiting for us there, sightseeing & fishing. I am 86 YY, WM,WW, C,NS, 5’9” 165 lbs, SOH. Excellent health, very active. Southern country gentleman. I'm looking for a long-term companion to finish our life's journey. I've been a home & business owner in Tampa for over 60 yrs . I am an active and healthy person looking for similar qualities in a partner. I have all my own teeth and hair too. Give me a call and maybe we can have some fun. Marvin
5426 - EASY GOING MAN. I’m 69, 140 lbs, 5’7”, widower, lives alone. Seeking other gentlemen for friendship, to get together and enjoy each other’s company. Will answer alll.
5369 – Looking For Ms Right. Retired New York Attorney, former New York Police O cer, looking for loving relationship with kind and sincere, self-caring lady. 65 – 75. Widow preferred. Clearwater area.
5638 HELLO. SWM SEEKING – petite relocatable gal to be my companion, best friend, life partner and lover. I’m secure, easy going, loving and romantic. NS, ND. 5’7” 150lbs. Share my life and home. Save that rent. Send photo and phone number please. No pets.
5412 - LOOKING FOR ADVENTEROUS WOMAN. SWM, NS, healthy, retired, enjoys country music, home cooking, day trips to scenic attractions, sun rises, sunsets, movies, walks in the park. For more info, write me. Pinellas County.
5624 SEARCHING FOR LTR – N/S. I enjoyed the simple pleasures in life. Looking for someone to share it all with. Age and looks are not important. Will answer all. Palmetto
5416 - LOOKING FOR COMPANION. SWM
5650 WANNA SING – Meet new friends while singing with the Venice, Florida Gondolier – singers and four-part Harmony. Men and ladies' welcome. Lee 941–953–3752.
F-Female, M-Male, S-Single, D-Divorced, WWWidow, A-Asian, B-Black, H-Hispanic, I-Indian, W-White, C-Christian, J-Jewish, YO-Years Old, YY-Years Young, ISO-In Search Of, SOH-Sense Of Humor, SM-Smokes, S-Light Smoker, NSNon Smoker, ND-Non Drinker, SD-Social (Light) Drinker, DR-Drinks, NDrg- No Drugs, LTR-Long Term Relationship, HWP-Height & Weight Proportional, R-Retired, P-Professional, FF-Friendship First, TLC-Tender Loving Care.
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Home Remedies for Seasonal Allergies
Spring brings beautiful scenery, but for many, it also brings sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Seasonal allergies, often triggered by pollen and mold spores, can make daily life uncomfortable. While over-the-counter medications help, natural remedies can also provide relief.
1. Local Honey
Consuming local honey may help build immunity to local pollen over time. While not a quick fix, adding a spoonful to tea or yogurt can potentially reduce allergy symptoms in the long run.
2. Saline Nasal Rinse
A saline rinse, such as a neti pot or saline spray, can help flush allergens from the nasal passages, reducing congestion and irritation. Be sure to use distilled or sterilized water to avoid infections.
3. Quercetin-Rich Foods
Quercetin, a natural antioxidant found in apples, onions, and berries, may help stabilize mast cells, reducing the release of histamine—the compound responsible for allergy symptoms.
4. Steam Therapy
Inhaling steam from a bowl of hot water or taking a warm shower can help clear nasal passages and soothe inflamed sinuses. Adding essential oils like eucalyptus or peppermint may enhance relief.
5. Herbal Teas
Drinking teas with anti-inflammatory properties, such as ginger, chamomile, or green tea, can help ease allergy symptoms. Stinging nettle tea, in particular, is believed to act as a natural antihistamine.
6. HEPA Filters and Cleaning
Using HEPA filters in air purifiers and vacuum cleaners can trap pollen and other allergens. Regularly washing bedding and keeping windows closed during high-pollen days also helps reduce exposure.
While these remedies can ease symptoms, severe allergies may require medical attention. If allergies are affecting your daily life, contact your local VIPcare primary care provider to find the right treatment plan and start feeling better today! Call 941-4215603 to schedule your appointment.
AROUND TOWN
APRIL 1 – JUNE 29: GEORGE HARRISON: A GARDENER’S LIFE
Marie Shelby Botanical Gardens, 1534 Mound St., Sarasota
APRIL 4: MANATEE RIVER “COLOR ME FLORIDA”
Manatee River Garden Club Inc., 3120 1st Ave. W., Bradenton
APRIL 4: JAZZ AT TWO
Unitarian University Church, 3975 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota
APRIL 4: ALMOST ABBA
SCF Neel Performing Arts Center, 5840 26th St. W., Bradenton
APRIL 4 – 13: 27TH ANNUAL FILM FESTIVAL
Regal Hollywood Theater and Ringling College Art & Design Campus, Sarasota
APRIL 5: 39TH ANNUAL RUN/WALK FOR THE TURTLES
Siesta Key Beach, 948 Beach Rd., Sarasota
APRIL 5: BAM!FEST ( ART & MUSIC)
Riverwalk, 452 3rd Ave. W., Bradenton
APRIL 5: THAT’S ENTERTAINMENT BY MANATEE COMMUNITY
CONCERT BAND
SCF Neel Performing Arts Center, 5840 26th St. W., Bradenton
APRIL 5-6: FLOWER FESTIVAL
Hunsader’s Farm, 5500 C.R. 675, Bradenton
APRIL 6: CLASSIC CARS FOR A CAUSE!
Community Center, 326 Nokomis Ave. S., Venice
APRIL 11: ROSS DAVID
Wicked Cantina, 101 7th St. N., Bradenton Beach
APRIL 11-12: FLASHLIGHT EGG HUNT
City Center Front Green, 4970 City Hall Blvd., North Port
APRIL 12-13: FLOWER FESTIVAL
Hunsader’s Farm, 5500 C.R. 675, Bradenton
APRIL 12-13: SHARK’S TOOTH FESTIVAL
Centennial Park, 200 W. Venice Ave., Venice
APRIL 13: MEETING: SINGLES ON THE GO (SOTG)
Faith Presbyterian Church, 1201 N. Beneva Road, Sarasota
APRIL 15: GCHFA SPRING CONCERT
North Port High School, 6400 W. Price Blvd., North Port
APRIL 19: TWO FUNNY!
Lemon Bay Playhouse, 96 W. Dearborn St., Englewood
APRIL 24: FARMER’S MARKET
Englewood Farmer’s Market, 348 W. Green St., Englewood
APRIL 27: THESE TIMES
Oscura Coffee & Cocktails, 816 Manatee Ave. E, Bradenton
