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We’ve Changed Our Name to Lifestyles After 50! destination ideas. Looking for entertainment? Check our calendar each month. Looking for a good book? Watch for new book columns.

And if you wonder how to turn on “that darn computer” or text the grandkids or manage a Facebook account or how to use an iPhone, you’re in the company of many other readers. We will offer content that is clear, current and practical to help you navigate the waters of today’s technological world.

We’ll be here to help you shape your days so you can live them to your greatest potential, whether in issues of health or exercise or creating tasty dishes in the kitchen.

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ee those streamers on the cover? No, it’s not New Year’s Eve. Rather, it’s a celebration of Janice Doyle, publishing the first Editor copy of the new Lifestyles After 50 magazine.

The magazine you’ve known as Senior Connection / Mature Lifestyles is making changes to better serve YOU, our readers.

The change of name is all a part of our continuing effort to deliver the most up-to-date informational, educational and entertaining news items and stories.

Since there isn’t just one way to live life after the age of 50, we’re adjusting and adapting to help you find ways to take advantage of the many options available to you and to enrich your lives.

Our west central Florida location offers an infinite variety of options in lifestyles: start a business of your own, go back to school, develop cultural and recreational talents and so much more.

We are deeply committed to offering you new and fresh ideas for living the lifestyle you choose to the fullest.

What you’ll find in Lifestyles After 50 will be suggestions for ways to cut to the chase and drop right into the next chapter of your life.

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growth and diversity, both for the community and the individual reader.

As Editor, my search for content will include finding ways you can enhance your life, whether you have just turned 50 and have that new AARP card in your wallet or whether you’ve just turned 90 and are in training for the Senior Games. And if you’re somewhere in between, I’ll be cheering you on no matter what lifestyle you’ve chosen.

Kathy Beck is Publisher and Director of the many expos and events we sponsor. Watch for the next Senior Fun Fest or Senior Friendly Extravaganza in your area to find the very latest in products, services and information for your lifestyle. You’ll enjoy the entertainment, giveaways, prizes and fun at all of the events.

Drop me an email (janice@ lifestylesafter50.com). Give me your feedback and ideas on what new items you would like to see. Let me know how we can enhance your Lifestyles After 50 And I’m so glad you’re joining us for the journey forward.

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New Memorial a Fitting Tribute to Area’s Veteran Population

BY JANICE DOYLE

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hat does it take to make a memorial worthy of the sacrifices made by the thousands of veterans who live in Lake, Sumter and Marion Counties?

How about $500,000, 130,000 pounds of granite, twenty individuals and organizations giving their time and expertise pro bono, a Boy Scout’s Eagle project and the dedication of Korean War veteran Don Van Beck and others.

The new Veteran’s Memorial at Fountain Park in Leesburg will be dedicated on Armed Forces Day. A 10 a.m. parade through downtown Leesburg with more than 30 units will end at the Memorial for the dedication followed by an hour of ‘40s music by The LC Swing Band.

You won’t want to miss the 2 p.m. arrival of 5,000 bikers from the Rolling Thunder who are stopping for the first time in Leesburg as they carry the Flame of Freedom into town.

(The Rolling Thunder are making their annual trip from California to Washington, D.C., carrying the flame as a symbol lighting the way home for brothers and sisters in arms.)

The Memorial is grounded by a large circle made of red bricks. Inside the circle are holes at 8-foot intervals to hold flags of veteran’s units from the area. Van Beck designed the granite podium which has pictures on the front of three area Medal of Honor winners and their citations. He also designed the monolith, which shows the emblems of the branches of the service, a list of

the wars fought by the U.S. starting with the Revolutionary War and the totals of those who served, numbers of wounded and the numbers killed in action in each war.

Van Beck noted that the community got behind the building of the Memorial, partly because Leesburg has a huge population of veterans—second in number only to San Diego.

Boy Scout Austin Rembley raised $3,000 for the flagpole as his Eagle project. More than 20 organizations and individuals provided (mostly pro bono) services such as architectural,

electrical, plumbing and more.

Florida gardening personality Vincent Sims designed the landscaping.

Van Beck said, “It’s been a tremendous project for me. It’s very emotional. There is always somebody around looking at it. Recently there was a man there who said he was looking for his father’s name. I called the office and they told me which panel and which line his dad’s name was on. We found it and he stood there with tears rolling down his cheeks.”

Space has been allotted on the memorial for inscribing 20,000 names of area veterans. Once completed, a touchscreen computer will hold a veteran’s name, the name’s location at the memorial and any information submitted about the person’s military history.

For all questions, first see the FAQ section of the website lakeveterans. com. To donate to the Memorial by buying a brick, have your name added as a veteran, or to volunteer at the Memorial, call (352) 314-2100.

Celebrate Older Americans Month Farmer’s Markets M S W M F S T S ay is Older Americans Month. Since 1963, communities across the nation have joined in the annual commemoration of Older Americans Month—a proud tradition that shows our nation’s commitment to celebrating the contributions and achievements of older Americans.

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With baby-boomers reaching retirement age, many communities have increased their efforts to provide meaningful opportunities for older adults. Current trends show that people over age 60 account for an

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ever-growing percentage of participants in community service positions, faith-based organizations, online social networking as well as arts and recreational groups.

Lifelong participation in social, creative and physical activities has proven many health benefits as we age.

Older Americans also strengthen our communities by encouraging others to stay active. Young people who have significant relationships with a grandparent or elder report that these relationships helped shape their values, goals and life choices.

We Salute our Older Americans this month and every month. Thanks for setting a great example for all of us.

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he American Legion, Post 18, located on Hwy. 44 east of Hwy. 301 in Wildwood, will have a luncheon open to the public on Friday, May 11 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Enjoy fried fish, cheese grits, baked beans, cole slaw, hush puppies, dessert and beverage all for a donation of $6. Join them for good food and fellowship. Call (352) 446-1137 for more info.

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aturdays Central Florida Dance Club at Eustis Senior Center, 301 W. Ward Ave., Eustis. $6. Ballroom dancing; live band. Call (352) 383-0209 or email psychlm@hotmail.com.

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hrough 20 “The Odd Couple” at Melon Patch Playhouse, Leesburg. Tickets/info: (352) 787-3013.

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hrough 27 Theatre production of “Breaking Legs” at Ice House Theatre, Mount Dora. (352) 383-4616.

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hrough 30 “Godspell” at Moonlight Warehouse Theatre, Clermont. Details: (352) 319-1116.

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Traditional Dulcimer Jam Session (every first Sunday of the month) at Tremain’s Tavern, Lakeside Inn, Mount Dora. 4 to 6 p.m. Free. Mountain and hammered dulcimer, banjo, guitar, autoharp, bowed psaltery, train whistle and more. (800) 566-5016 or email info@lakeside-inn.com.

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“Rio” Free movie in the Park at dusk. Bring chair. Donnelly Park, Mount Dora. (352) 735-7183.

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Home for Tortoises nature walk at The Pasture Reserve, Lake Erie Rd., Groveland from 9 to 11 a.m. Info at (352) 253-4950.

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Lawn Bowling Open House, Mount Dora Lawn Bowling Club, 125 Edgerton Ct. 10:30 a.m. Learn to play. Refreshments. Free. (352) 383-4198.

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Symphony Under the Stars.

7 to 9 p.m. Central Florida Symphony Orchestra performance, food vendors, silent auction,

fireworks display. Adults: $15.

Ocala Golf Club. (352) 867-4788.

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“Not Just Sinatra” featuring Steven Maglio. Savannah Center, The Villages, Lady Lake.

Tickets: (352) 753-3229.

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A Bow to Opera by The Villages Philharmonic Orchestra. Church on the Square, The Villages, Lady Lake. (352) 753-3229.

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through June 10 Fiddler on the Roof presented by Ocala Civic Theatre, Ocala. (352) 236-2274.

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Leesburg Armed Forces Day & Rolling Thunder’s Flame of Freedom Event, downtown Leesburg. Dedication of new Veterans Memorial and Rolling Thunder.

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Parade from 9th Street to Fountain Lake Park.

Displays and informational booths.

Information at (352) 638-8456 or email jim.rediske@gmail.com.

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Motown and More.

Circle Square Cultural Center, Ocala. Call (352) 854-3670.

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Appleton Museum’s Community Day. Public admitted free and Ocala Art Group’s Silver Toast to the Arts Art Show will be held outdoors the same day. Appleton Museum of Art, Ocala. (352) 291-4455.

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Diane Keaton Reflects on Her Career and Life

BY EVELYN MACKEY

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conic actress Diane Keaton is still blazing her own way. At 67 she’s the still-never-married mother of two adopted children, ages 17 and 12. She has 50 movies and TV shows under her belt. In the ‘70s, she started a fashion trend for unisex clothes. Indeed, Keaton can dress “like a bag lady, among a host of women in spectacular dresses, and look individual rather than ridiculous,” according to one writer.

Keaton is best known for playing eccentric, free-spirited characters who speak in rushed, awkward sentences and who laugh easily at life’s circumstances. It is those sentences and circumstances that make her endearing and charming to fans of all ages.

She and Woody Allen made a total of eight movies together.

This month marks the release of her autobiography titled Then Again, in which she reflects on the girl she was and the actress she became.

As her mother was suffering with Alzheimer’s and having watched her father die of a brain tumor, Keaton took her mother’s 85 journals and began mixing her mother’s life story gently with her own life and feelings.

One of the biggest revelations in Then Again is Keaton’s struggle with bulimia. “With bulimia, I never expected sympathy or for people to understand,” she said in an interview with AARP. “What I cared about was the secret I kept. It felt like a burden.

I never told my mother. It’s amazing how the dark secrets inside us don’t matter much to the outside world.”

Her track to stardom Her breakout role was on Broadway in the ‘60s in Hair. As understudy to the lead, she gained attention by not removing any of her clothing. In 1971, Keaton won a part in The Godfather, holding her own opposite legends like Al Pacino and Marlon Brando. Two years later she reprised her role in The Godfather: Part II, and in 1990, she finished the trilogy in Godfather III. Keaton had a long relationship with Woody Allen and rose to fame in part through a series of his hit comedies. She would later say of that time: “When I first got to know

Her salary for making The Godfather in 1972 was $35,000. In 1990, her salary for making The Godfather, Part III was $1,500,000.

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Woody and I was going out with him, What next?

I noticed that people never wanted In an exclusive interview with AARP to hear anything that I had to say the Magazine, Keaton revealed how at all. They just wanted to be in the she feels about reaching age 67. She shadow of his light and I remember said, “Let me tell you the best part really having a hard time with that.” about getting older. The best part is But it was Woody Allen whose that I’m still here and, because the 1977’s Annie Hall brought about her end is in sight, I treasure it all more. first and only Oscar for Best Actress.

That’s why I don’t worry about crying After Woody, she was in a scene anymore. Now soon paired with Warren it comes easily. I know Beatty. He cast Diane in the emotion’s all there. his sweeping historical You have to live life that epic Reds (1981), though way, you know? Take the two broke up risks. Do things you shortly following the can’t imagine. ’Cause release of the film. hey, why not, right?”

Her comedy hits Would she have plastic included co-starring with surgery? She told the Steve Martin in Father interviewer: “I haven’t of the Bride in 1991 had it, but never say Diane Keaton wins an and Father of the Bride, Oscar for Best Actress never. Because when you Part II in 1995 and with do, you are definitely goGoldie Hawn in The First Wives Club. ing to go there. . . I’ve done all kinds Capitalizing on senior audiences to of things I said I wouldn’t do and, understand later-life love, Keaton of course, now I’m glad. Thrilled.” co-starred with Jack Nicholson in And what does her future hold? What 2003’s Something’s Gotta Give, which would she like to find as an actor? “A grossed $125 million in North Ameri- really out-there role where I let it all ca. Roger Ebert wrote that “Nicholson hang out. Get totally enraged. Go to an and Keaton bring so much experience, extreme. I have not really had that opknowledge and humor to their charportunity, and I hope it will happen.” acters that the film works in ways the You can view AARP the screenplay might not have even hoped Magazine’s entire article at for.” The following year, Keaton www.aarp.org/entertainment/ received her fourth Academy Award movies-for-grownups/info-03-2012/ nomination for her role in the film. age-defying-diane-keaton.html.

1995: Chosen by Empire magazine as one of the “100 Sexiest Stars in Film History” (#46).

2006: Her performance as Annie Hall in Annie Hall is ranked #60 on Premiere Magazine’s 100 Greatest Performances of All Time.

Next up, she stars in Darling Companion.

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Communal Living Attracting More 60-Something Women

BY GINNY GRIMSLEY

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ome say the ‘60s hippies are going back to the commune.

Others call the growing number of female baby boomers rooming together “The Golden Girls phenomenon.”

Author Martha Nelson, who at 65 is on the leading edge of a tsunami of retiring boomers, says it’s really all about choosing the company of friends.

“As a group, we’ve been empowered more than past generations of women,” says Nelson, whose debut novel, Black Chokeberry (BlackChokeberryTheBook. com), is the story of three disparate older women who unexpectedly end up sharing a home. “We’re more worldly, stronger, financially savvy and healthier than our ancestors—through no fault of their own—and we know what we want.”

Increasingly, what they want is to actively age with the camaraderie, laughter, understanding and support of other women who share their ideas of healthy lifestyles, good food from their own gardens, green living and myriad activities on a moment’s notice.

In 2010, 480,000 baby boom women lived with a least one unrelated female, according to an AARP analysis. The growing number of U.S. HomeShare programs, which help connect people interested in sharing a house, say their numbers have been steadily rising since the economy belly-flopped.

Nelson notes that there are several reasons why women more than men

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are gravitating to communal living as an alternative lifestyle.

“Women typically live longer than men, and men are more likely to remarry quickly after a divorce or the death of a spouse,” she says.

“And fundamentally I think it’s as much about the special bonds women share. We form these wonderful, supportive, ‘tell the truth’ friendships, which survive the demands of husbands, children and careers. Whether living alone or with a spouse or partner, women cling to their friendships. When a woman considers living alone as she ages, it’s a natural progression to seek the company of her best friends.”

That’s what happened to Nelson, a former journalist and educator, whose long marriage ended in divorce when she was in her 50s. In regaining her balance as a single woman, she sought time alone to heal, then turned to her trusted friends as she stepped back into life. Her happiest moments came from long conversations over coffee, laughter over meals

and movies and, occasionally, indulgent tears she felt safe to shed.

The movement for cohousing—where residents have private living spaces but share common areas and tasks such as cooking—started in Denmark and is catching on in the United States.

Practical considerations of creating close living communities include health and safety, care in times of an accident or medical emergency, and saving money, Nelson says.

But boomers are renowned for demanding more than creature comforts from life, she adds.

“We want to be happy; we’re healthy, active and we want to enjoy ourselves as we age. We want to travel, go to a movie with a neighbor or housemate, cook a meal, share a garden, and feel that we are contributing to our communities.

“What started with Rosie the Riveter has brought us to this,” says Nelson who is happily married again, but fascinated by the new movement of cohousing.

If Today Was Your Last Day… I f today was your last day, would you die with no regrets? The Top 5 Regrets of the Dying began as a blog post, quickly garnering thousands of views and shares and becoming one of the most popular blog posts of 2012.

With three million followers, Bronnie Ware collected years of insight into a new bestselling book that focuses on how we, the living, can make the most out of our lives right now.

After switching from a career in finance to palliative care, Bronnie realized that almost every person she cared for shared at least one of five common regrets:

1. I wish I’d had the courage to live a life true to myself.

2. I wish I hadn’t worked so hard.

3. I wish I’d been brave enough to express my feelings.

4. I wish I’d stayed in touch with my friends.

5. I wish I’d let myself be happier.

These sound like simple wishes, but as she traveled through her clients’ despair, Bronnie was able to engage with the retroactive intentions of the departing to improve her own life, removing layers of personal doubt and sadness in order to live more freely and consciously choose happiness.

Squaring off with death is a universal reality that touches us all. The book’s insights urge readers to live actively in the here and now.

So, if today was your last day, would you be dying with any regrets?

“The Top Five Regrets of the Dying,”

by Bronnie Ware.

Fun Tips for Solo Travelers S

olo travel can be frightening at any age. Here are their tips for having fun while traveling solo:

1. Be Spontaneous One of the best parts about traveling solo is that you get to set the pace, pick the locations and decide how long to spend doing something. So, seize the day and take advantage of the freedom you have as a solo traveler to make it a trip worth remembering.

2. Who Said Safety is Only in Numbers?

The number one thing solo travelers worry about before embarking on their trip is safety. Be aware of the risks of your travel destinations beforehand so you know what to expect. If you ever feel like you are in a precarious situation try to get out of it by saying you are meeting up with someone at another location.

3. Join a Group Tour Making your own itinerary every day can get tiring, so why not take a day off

and join a group tour to regain some mental traveling energy. Tours allow you to avoid the sometimes complicated public transit and get a chance to really sit back and enjoy the sites.

4. Be Street Smart Looking like a solo tourist can leave a red target on your back, so take the necessary precautions to blend in and look like you know what you’re doing. Look at your map only in a private area where you feel safe. Be aware of your belongings. Wipe the clueless look off of your face when you have no idea where you are and play it cool until you get your bearings.

5. Practice Your Photography Skills Not only does taking photos give you a visual memoir of your adventures, but taking someone’s picture is a great conversation starter. You’ll find that in some countries people will flock to the camera spotlight and even ask for you to take their photo. Taking photos is also a great way to ease some initial awkwardness you might feel when roaming the streets alone.

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Meet Frankie Avalon and Other Greats on the Malt Shop Memories Cruise

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fter the extraordinary success of the first two Malt Shop Memories Cruises, the next annual cruise will expand to a sevenday trip with more ports of call and additional performances by an incredible array of stars from the ‘50s and ‘60s.

Departing on Oct. 27 (through Nov. 3) from Fort Lauderdale, the cruise will set sail on Holland America’s luxurious M.S. Eurodam for Turks & Caicos, San Juan, St. Thomas and the private island of Half Moon Cay. As a full ship charter, the Eurodam will be transformed into a floating ‘50s and ‘60s entertainment complex, treating passengers to concerts and special events such as sock hops, hula hoop contests, prom night, beach parties, and, of course, interaction with their favorite singers and much more.

Inspired by Time Life’s popular Malt Shop Memories CD series, the voyage will be highlighted by performances by some of the biggest artists of the era, including Dion, Frankie Avalon, Bobby Rydell, Ronnie Spector, Darlene Love, The Original Drifters, The Duprees, Sonny Turner (former lead singer of the Platters), Carl Gardner’s Coasters, Kenny Vance and the Planotones, The Chiffons, The Tymes, The Marvelettes, Al “Lil Fats” Jackson, John Kuse and the Excellents, The Dedications, The Encounters, The Acchords, Gino Monopoli/Dwight Icenhower and, returning as the cruise host, the wildly popular oldies DJ Jerry “The Geator with the Heater” Blavat.

“You’ll see some of the best entertainment from that wonderful era,” says Bobby Rydell. “Mix and mingle with all of us and bring back those great memories while making fabulous new ones.”

In addition to the incredible line-up of concerts, The Malt Shop Memories cruise will offer non-stop events, parties and ‘50s and ‘60s-themed activities throughout the ship and the entire length of the cruise.

Grab your blanket for the beach party, kick off your shoes for the sock hop, dress in your finest for Prom Night and get ready to meet the performers in person during specially designed meet and greets.

In celebration of the memory of the King of Rock ‘n Roll, Elvis Presley, the Malt Shop Memories Cruise will host the richest Elvis Tribute Artist Contest in the World. The event will feature some of the most well-known and talented tribute artists in the world competing for a cash prize of $5,000.

Notes the Executive Producer of Time Life’s Malt Shop Memories CD collection, Alan Rubens, “They say you can’t live in the past—but it sure is fun visiting for a few days!”

“Our staff had so much fun on the 2011 Malt Shop Memories

Cruise!” offers Michael Lazaroff of Entertainment Cruise Productions.

“It was a joy meeting the guests, engaging the artists and bringing Malt Shop Memories to life. By moving the cruise to 7 days and to Holland America, the cruise now becomes a ‘home game’ for us and we promise that it will run like clockwork and the upgrades in rooms, service, food and amenities will only add to the fantastic musical experience.”

The Malt Shop Memories Cruise was developed in association with Entertainment Cruise Productions, LLC. Tickets for the cruise are available now. Visit MaltShopCruise. com or call (877) 700-6258 (MALT).

Cabin prices start at $1550 per person including all meals, entertainment and onboard activities.

The Time Life Malt Shop Memories CD collection, featuring a 10-CD box set, a 4-CD set and a holiday disc, has sold nearly 4 million CDs and remains one of Time Life’s most popular sellers.

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Dick Clark Remembered

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ick Clark, the ever-youthful television host who, more than any other personality, brought rock ‘n roll into the life and times of American culture has died. He was 82.

His American Bandstand went from a local Philadelphia show to a national phenomenon by being very simple. He once said, “I played records, the kids danced and America watched.” The show was on ABC’s daytime lineup from 1957 to 1987.

Clark produced Our publication family and ultimately influencing integration. many game shows American Bandstand was a platform remembered Dick Clark: and was known for all artists like myself. Also special Senior events entertainer Ken for the year-end to me is the fact he was from PennsylBrady, of the original Casinos countdown from vania, like myself. He will be missed.” group, singer of “Then You Can Times Square. For a Tell Me Goodbye”: “He was Vicki Willis of Tampa was a teenager time in the 1980s, the the icon of music for everyone. in the ‘60s and says, “Every Saturday talk and game show Everyone who was anyone was I would hurry to finish my chores icon had shows on on his show. He was kind and and run to my girlfriend’s house to Ken Brady all three networks. gentle. There is no way anyone watch American Bandstand. It was As an iconic leader will ever come close to him. I always fun to see the newest styles in integration issues, he give black watched him every day. I watched and dances.” artists their due by playing original the dancers do ‘the Stroll’ for R&B recordings instead of cover From local singer James the first time on his show.” versions by white performers.

Marvel: It was 1969 and I Clark endeared himself to fans across was with the band Mercy.

Richie Merritt, formerly the country in 2004 Dick Clark had me on the with the Marcels and when he continued phone as his audience on a regular entertainer at performing even after American Bandstand was our events, said, “I am he suffered a stroke rating our song ‘Love so sorry to hear of Dick that affected his abilCan Make You Happy.’

Clark’s passing. He was James Marvel ity to speak and walk.

Dick Clark said, ‘the an American Institution. with the band Yes, “the world’s kids love your song!’ The Dick was there before “Mercy,” late ‘60s oldest teenager” rest was history. Mercy there was a Motown. has died. He will went on to make the Top 10, second He was a visionary and a major Ritchie Merritt be missed. only to The Beatles’ ‘Get Back.’” force in changing pop culture

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Planning For Long Term Health Care

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ore Americans than ever will also soon be deciding how to handle their eldercare. Steve Casto, Retirement Income Specialist and author of Is Your Retirement Headed in the Right Direction? says there are important questions and answers to consider before making that critical decision.

“The key thing to balance is the difference between what you think you’ll need and what you can afford between your liquid assets and insurance coverage,” Casto said. “If you don’t start by asking yourself the right questions, you’ll never get to the answers that will lead to a successful long-term care plan.”

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beginning of an injury or illness and receiving benefit payments from an insurer. With long-term care, the typical elimination period is 90 days, which means you are responsible for covering the first 90 days of care on your own. Most people believe that Medicare covers the first 90 days, which is dead wrong. It only covers it under certain conditions, and not all patients meet those conditions, which include: • A nursing home stay that follows a three-day hospital stay

• Admission to a nursing home within 30 days of hospital discharge • A Medicare-certified nursing home

• Physician-certified need for skilled care on a daily basis

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Q. Should I opt for nursing-home or in-home care insurance?

A. When selecting insurance plans, protect against your worst risk first. In-home care is more about maintenance, while care outside the home is focused on crises. Home care is good for when a person needs help getting around. If he has a stroke, he’d need to be cared for outside the home initially, so there is a need for both.

Q. What should I select as my daily allowance?

A. If your health deteriorates, a daily allowance of $100 per day could cover all your care outside the home but only a third of the care inside the home. Your home-care costs could rocket to more than $400 or more per day, so plan for the worst.

Q. What is an elimination period?

A. Sometimes referred to as the “waiting” or “qualifying” period, this refers to the length of time between the

Your best bet is to be insured through a long-term care policy for that first 90 days.

“These are just a few of the issues,” Casto says. “A good starting point for those planning early is to completely discount the idea of getting a dime from Medicare. Even if it is still around when you need long-term care, the restrictions on Medicare are tightening. You’ll be lucky to get the program to pay for 10 percent of a nursing home stay.

“The real answer is to get a solid long-term care insurance policy that is based on a sound plan.”

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he overuse of antibiotics is “slowly killing us,” said Shane Ellison, author of Over-the-Counter Natural Cures.

“My daughter was three years old when she had her first emergency room visit. Suffering from high fever and chest pain, every muscle in her fragile body tensed for air. Her lungs were being attacked by pneumonia.

The antibiotic penicillin saved her life,” said Ellison, who is known as “The People’s Chemist.”

“Today, antibiotics are a luxury that previous generations didn’t have.

But antibiotic overuse is slowly killing us. Igniting massive amounts of side effects, they’re also training bacteria how to evade our most potent medicines,” said Ellison.

He notes that if current use of antibiotics continues, antibiotic resistance will soon yield all current medications useless according to the World Health Organization (WHO). And that means we have no more defenses against biological nasties—our longevity would go back to the Stone Age, where every infection was life threatening.

Antibiotic medications should never be used as a first line of defense against common illness, according to the author. We need to start relying on our own immune system—innate and adaptive immunity.

Ellison said prescription antibiotics should not be used for: • Ear infection • Strep throat • Flu • Bee Stings • Common cold • Urinary tract infection • Preventive medicine during or after birth in hospital Ellison said four of the safest antibiotics are: 1. Penicillin 2. Amoxicillin 3. Cephalexin 4. Erythromycin To further increase the safety profile of these medications, consume with purified water, milk thistle and probiotics, which help rebuild the ‘good’ bacteria in your gut that is destroyed by antibiotics..

Beans: The High-Protein Food That’s Healthy and Cheap

BY MEHMET C. OZ, M.D., AND MICHAEL F. ROIZEN, M.D.

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ere’s why beans always make our best-foods list: They’re a healthy, cheap source of protein that’ll reduce your risk of heart disease and cancer, lower your blood sugar, and flatten your belly. Here are five ways beans help your waistline, heart, and blood sugar:

Recipe Reduce belly fat. A recent study found that beans’ soluble fiber chases away deep-down, visceral belly fat—the toxin-filled kind that threatens your vital organs.

Lower blood sugar. Beans are low on the glycemic index, which means they’re digested slowly, so they stabilize your blood sugar. Translation: Beans reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes.

Reduce blood pressure. Beans are rich in artery-friendly minerals and healthy plant protein—the kind that’s better for blood pressure than protein from animals.

Protect heart health. The soluble fiber in beans also helps reduce blood levels of C-reactive protein, which lowers your risk for heart disease and heart attacks.

Reduce cancer risk. Simply eating beans three times a week helps prevent colon cancer. (You’re 33 percent less likely to develop colon polyps.) Cutting back on red meat can reduce cancer risk, too.

So, what’s not to like about beans?

Oh, those gas attacks? Ease into eating beans, and take the supplement Beano (available at grocery stores) until your body is used to them. Beano’s natural enzymes deflate gas attacks.

The elevator crowd will thank you.

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Black Bean and Salmon Tostados 8 6-inch corn tortillas Canola oil cooking spray 1 6- to 7-ounce can boneless, skinless wild Alaskan salmon, drained 1 avocado, diced 2 tbsp. minced pickled jalapeños, plus 2 tablespoons pickling juice from the jar, divided 2 c. coleslaw mix or shredded cabbage 2 tbsp. chopped cilantro 1 15-oz. can black beans, rinsed 3 tbsp. reduced-fat sour cream 2 tbsp. prepared salsa 2 scallions, chopped Lime wedges (optional) Position racks in upper and lower thirds of the oven; preheat to 375°F. Coat tortillas on both sides with cooking spray. Place on two baking sheets. Bake, turning once, until light brown, 12 to 14 minutes.

Combine salmon, avocado and jalapeños in a bowl. Combine cabbage, cilantro and the pickling juice in another bowl. Process black beans, sour cream, salsa and scallions in a food processor until smooth. Transfer to a microwavesafe bowl. Cover and microwave on High until hot, about 2 minutes.

To assemble tostadas, spread each tortilla with some bean mixture and some salmon mixture and top with the cabbage salad. Serve with lime wedges, if desired. Recipe from Eating Well.com

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Dumbwaiter: One who asks if the kids would care to order dessert.

Feedback: The inevitable result when the baby doesn’t appreciate the strained carrots.

Full Name: What you call your child when you’re mad at him.

Grandparents: The people who think your children are wonderful even though they’re sure you’re not raising them right.

Hearsay: What toddlers do when anyone mutters a dirty word.

Independent: How we want our children to be for as long as they do everything we say.

Puddle: A small body of water that draws other small bodies wearing dry shoes into it.

Show Off: A child who is more talented than yours.

Sterilize: What you do to your first baby’s pacifier by boiling it, and to your last baby’s pacifier by blowing on it and wiping it with saliva.

Top Bunk: Where you should never put a child wearing Superman jammies.

Two-Minute Warning: When the baby’s face turns red and she begins to make those familiar grunting noises.

Whodunit: None of the kids that live in your house.

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At a recent Senior Fun Fest, Honor Guard from American Legion Chapter 14, St. Petersburg, folded an antique 48-star American flag. It was presented to the oldest veteran present, 97-year-old Alexander E. Forbes, Army Air Corps (below). He piloted C-47s, mostly paratroop carriers in the European theater of war.

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onor Guard units from numerous veterans groups across the country perform military funeral honors for fallen comrades. However, the groups provide “the colors” for many other ceremonial events.

Veterans who join a group such as an American Legion all agree that providing funeral honors is an honor.”

Mourners at these funerals often assume the military coordinates the ceremony, but in reality, the military is only required to send two active duty personnel to fold and present the flag. Other than that, the family or funeral home will request the presence of the Honor Guard.

Joan Arcand was a Navy nurse during the Korean War. Today she serves as chaplain of Suncoast Chapter of the Korean War Veterans, Chapter 14, Pinellas Park.

“We provide military funerals,” she said. “It doesn’t matter what war they served in, we will accept an assignment wherever a veteran has a service.”

Her group is one of several in the area that provide this important service for veterans. “It’s a final thank you for their service. All veterans have stories to tell.” The honor guards represent those stories to the families.

Chapter 14 has a dozen or more men Arcand can call upon to help her.

“Providing Honor Guard service is something we’ve taken on as what

we want to do in our retirement. We don’t usually know the men we do funerals for personally, but we do know them in another way because we all served overseas, or in battle.”

Arcand said she has prayers for various religious denominations which have been sanctioned for use. Three riflemen and someone to play Taps are with her as well.

“I do a eulogy,” said Arcand, “and give a synopsis of their military life. Ministers who come take care of the vet’s soul; I take care of their military service. When I close, then we play Taps.”

Arcand considers it “an honor to be serving people and doing this. I seldom have a difficult time getting people to serve with me at a funeral.”

Besides participating in funerals, Chapter 14 also participates in other occasions when the “colors” require official presentation at ceremonies.

Oh, The Places I’ve Been!

I have been in many places, but I’ve never been in Cahoots.

Apparently, you can’t go alone. You have to be in Cahoots with someone.

I’ve also never been in Cognito. I hear no one recognizes you there.

I have, however, been in Sane.

They don’t have an airport; you have to be driven there. I have made several trips there.

Sometimes I’m in Capable, and I go there more often as I’m getting older.

One of my favorite places to be is in Suspense! It really gets the adrenalin flowing and pumps up the old heart! At my age I need all the stimuli I can get!

I have not yet been in Continent.

It’s apparently an age thing.

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Lifestyles After 50 • May 2012 • page 19

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4118 CHRISTIAN DWF (63) NS, ND, honest, sincere, born again Christian, loves the Lord, FF. I pray that the Lord would have the right person to reply to this ad. Umatilla or Eustis.

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The Hudson River Valley: “A Rich and Pleasant Land”

BY JANICE DOYLE

The Vanderbilt Mansion, Hyde Park

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ore than 400 years ago, Henry Hudson said of the Hudson River Valley, “Nowhere have I ever beheld such a rich and pleasant land.” That remains a fitting description and tribute today.

Remember Ichabod Crane and the Headless Horseman? How about Rip Van Winkle? These three Hudson River Valley literary characters were from the first literature defined as American. In fact, the first purely American art style began here as well—the Hudson River school of art.

Travel History is at every turn along the Hudson River, and the area has remained vital with a major presence by a variety of research/development, high tech and manufacturing firms.

Just 90 minutes from New York City, Dutchess County, with Poughkeepsie at its center, my husband and I settled in for a few days to explore.

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Springwood, FDR’s family home

Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt homes and presidential library in Hyde Park: The family home (Springwood), Eleanor’s cottage (Val-Kil) and the FDR Presidential Library make history come alive through excellent displays and stories by the docents. There are impressive Depression and WWII exhibits.

My three favorite parts of the FDR complex included sections about FDR’s privileged childhood, his battles with the crippling effects of polio and the section telling the story of Eleanor Roosevelt as “first lady of the world” following WWII. Lifestyles After 50 • May 2012 • page 22

The Vanderbilt mansion: Next door to the FDR complex, you see “how the other half lived.” Tour the mansion, hear the stories, see the Roman statues and the rose garden; then find a place to sit and enjoy the view over the Hudson River to feel the elegance of a bygone era.

Vassar College campus—You can get your exercise with a walk around campus to enjoy the trees and architecture; then tour the free world class Francis Loebman Art Gallery, one of the best small galleries in America.

Vassar’s original 1861 charter included having an art museum, so the collection begins with early American works and continues with impressive additions from around the world. This is a good place to see paintings by Hudson River school painters such as Thomas Cole and Frederic Church. Also take advantage of the college’s Powerhouse Theater for top-notch stage works.

Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park

Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park with a breathtaking hilltop view of the Hudson River. The grounds are beautiful; student-led tours take you past windows to watch classes in action as students of all ages master baking and blending. Dining here is very popular. Reservations are recommended at the restaurants, including Caterina de Medici, American Bounty and Escoffier.

The Hudson River school of art was a mid-19th century art movement embodied by a group of landscape painters. Its earliest landscapes depicted the Hudson River, the Catskill and the Adirondack Mountains using light in new ways. The movement flourished for 40 years, until the mid-1870s. Many of the artists’ homes and studios are open to visitors.

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Sprout Creek Farm is a community of people, plants and animals. Like hundreds of school children every year, we admired the chickens and goats as well as watching cheesemaking and gardening in action. Be sure to buy some of their cheese and produce for a tasty snack.

Pick up a local paper and find seasonal festivals, fairs and special events. We were in the area over July 4 weekend last year and joined thousands at the county fairgrounds for an outdoor concert and fireworks.

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