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November 2012

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Ophthalmic Innovations: Helping You See More Clearly

BY DAVID JEFFERY, Marketing Director, Eye Institute of West Florida

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raditional cataract surgery, once considered advanced, gives rise to a new era of precision technology called Refractive Cataract Surgery.

A pathway of precision innovations have lead to the development of new tools, processes and procedures, helping ophthalmologists refine vision with highly reproducible accuracy.

Newer Innovations include: • Evolution of the intraocular lens implants (IOL) • Micro-incisional cataract surgery technique (MIC) • Bladeless laser cataract surgery • Wavefront aberrometry • OR visualization system in 3-D

Innovations like these have revolutionized cataract surgery by ensuring the highest precision and accuracy not obtainable by other surgical methods. Each eye is custom treated to more exacting, individualized specifications; rendering a patient even less dependent on glasses or contacts after surgery.

With over three million cataract surgeries performed each year in America, matching the right surgical plan with each patient is a matter of using the right technology pre- and intra-operatively to ensure the goal is met. With newer technologies for cataract surgery, patients are closer to regaining the vision of their youth.

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How to Deal with Snowbirdius Floridicus!

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License plates tell of their origins, but they’re all coming to the land of palm tree-lined driveways and warm weather. Bring them on, I say!

Those of us who endure the hot, sticky summer months are finally starting to get out. We’re eating on the back porch, taking walks without dripping and, well, here come the traffic jams, the crowded doctor’s offices. But wait! It also ENERGIZES our lifestyle and our economy. Yes, come on down, all you Snowbirds!

Wealthy Americans started making the trek south beginning in the early 1900s when railroad tracks were laid from Jacksonville to Key West, providing easy access to points south.

The likes of Thomas Edison arrived early on. It was after World War II when more middle-income people started to buy winter homes in Florida.

But the boom in Snowbirdius Floridicus came with Social Security benefits which were tied to inflation in the 1960s. With the advent of Medicare health benefits, the rest is history.

The latest study done by the University of Florida almost ten years ago showed that nearly one million people became temporarily Floridian, with Lee County at the top of the list for destinations within the state.

Who Are the Snowbirds?

Originally, “snowbirds” was a term for Canadians who, early on, purchased inexpensive land and built modest winter homes so they could spend up to six months in the Sunshine State but still retain their homeland residency.

Today, snowbirds come from all over—even from no farther than Atlanta or Birmingham—who just enjoy good friends, fun activities and beautiful stretches of beach.

For the busy locals who live here year-round, listen for complaints like “what’s with all the big cars and why do they drive so slow?”

But those who rely on the influx of cash that comes with the snowbirds often “baby” them because, well, that cash impacts everything from churches to veterans groups.

Clubs of all sorts exist only in the winter. Museums open new exhibitions to entice winter groups.

Golf clubs spend money and time getting the greens ready.

Friendships are big for snowbirds—connections and comaraderie.

Charities look forward to an influx of volunteers, snowbirds often are serving the needs of other snowbirds.

Put on a parade, a festival or a fundraiser and you’ll find snowbirds right in the middle of it.

What’s the best way to deal with snowbirds? Always remember that no matter what it is, they do it different, better, faster, cheaper and more accurately UP NORTH! As long as you can accept that fact, you get to stay in Florida year-round and they get to go back. Be patient with them, because you may visit UP NORTH in the summer and then you can tell them how much better, faster, cheaper and more accurately we do things here.

Snowbirds are a win-win situation.

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Salute to Veterans by the South Pasadena Community Band. 7:30 p.m. at Treasure Island Community Center, 1 Park Place and 106th Avenue.

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Veterans Day boat parade through the intra-coastal waterways of Madeira Beach and Treasure Island Florida. Decorated vessels to honor veterans and active duty. 2012 parade will honor the U.S. Air Force. 11 a.m. from American Legion Post 273, Madeira Beach to reach John’s Pass by noon and continue through Treasure Island. $20 for boat entries. Info Phone: (727) 348-5116.

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Veterans Day Relive History Cruise aboard 1945 WWII American Victory Ship, directly behind the Florida Aquarium in Tampa’s Channelside District. Registration at 10 a.m.; ship sails 11 a.m.; returns 4 p.m. Tickets: $110/adults; $50/ages 4 – 12. Live entertainment, maritime

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ceremonies, drills and presentations, WWII reenactors, WWII airplane flyovers, a beer and wine tent. Food for purchase. Tickets now onboard or at ticketweb.com. Groups of 10 or more call (813) 228-8766.

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Veterans Day Ceremony at Bay Pines VA main medical center campus. 10 a.m. Musical performances, theatrical presentation of “The Last Patrol,” reenactment of a patrol in Vietnam. Guest speakers, firing salute, taps performance, and military vehicle display.

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See “live” cataract seminar at The Eye Institute. 3-D presentation of surgery followed by patient Q & A. 3:30 p.m. 148 13th Street SW, Largo.

RSVP is (727) 581-8706. Another seminar is scheduled for December 3.

Herb Gardening Class by Pinellas County Master Gardeners at Palm Harbor Library, 2330 Nebraska Ave., Palm Harbor. 2 p.m.

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10, 11 Pasco EcoFest weekend.

Outdoor activities, food truck rally, eco market, educational workshops, pet adoption, geo-caching challenge, more.

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Arts & Crafts Show at Hudson First United Methodist Church, 13123 Hwy. 19, Hudson. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Proceeds to scholarships. (727) 868-6178.

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Concert by Tampa Bay Symphony Orchestra. Arts Auditorium, St. Petersburg College Clearwater, Drew St. Nov. 13 same concert Palladium Theater, downtown St. Pete. Dvorak, Copland, MacDowell and much more.

Tickets: $20/door. Info at TampaBaySymphony.org or (727) 595-0345.

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– 18 Suncoast Jazz Classic at Sheraton Sand Key Resort and the Marriott Hotel, Clearwater Beach.

130 hours of jazz; “Swing Dance Extravaganza” Fri., Nov. 16. See suncoastjazzclassic.com or call (727) 536-0064 for details or tickets.

Clearwater Singles Dance at Colreavy Hall, 820 Jasmine Way, Clearwater. Dress code: “dressy casual” attire.$5/members; $7/nonmembers. Bring own snacks and beverages. Cups and ice furnished; sodas available. (727) 596-6553.

Music in the Mornings at one of our two matinee series!

Matinee Opera Players presentation at Pinellas Park Performing Arts Center, 4951 78 Ave. North Pinellas Park. 3 p.m. Donations accepted. Info at (813) 447-9152.

“All We Need is Love” concert and dinner by the Suncoast Singers of Florida. 5:30 p.m. dinner, concert at 7 p.m. Box Office: (727) 453-9061 for reservations, $26. (dinner included). $16/concert only at the door.

Girl Scouts Alumnae Reception and Open House.

Relive memories, activities, more. Girl Scouts of West Central Florida Leadership Center, 4610 Eisenhower Blvd., Tampa.1 – 5 p.m. Free. Visit gswcf.org/ alumnae for info and to register

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through Jan 1 Holiday Lights in the Gardens create the holiday spirit at Florida Botanical Gardens. 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. $2 donation.

Laser light show. Gift and plant sale Dec. 9. 12520 Ulmerton Rd. in Largo, Info at flbg.org or (727) 582-2100.

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Tommy Mara and the Crests, The Mystics, Johnny Thunder and The Impacs at the Palladium in downtown St. Pete. Tickets $30 to $100. Buy online or (727) 822-3590.

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Take Five!

Jazz Is Alive and Well on the West Coast of Florida

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ouis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, Miles Davis, Dizzy Gillespie.

Just a few of the names that made jazz an American household word.

Jazz—the only original American art form—originated at the beginning of the 20th century in black communities in the southern U.S. From its birth in a mix of African and European music traditions, jazz is now being embraced by music lovers of all ages and from multiple cultures.

And the record industry where jazz made its name might be dead, but jazz itself is very much alive.

For many people, the word jazz evokes a singer in a bar, club, restaurant or hotel, reworking the old standards. It’s tied in memory to the cultures that gave it rise: its native New Orleans from the early 1920s, big band swing and Kansas City jazz. And there’s Harlem where the sounds of Duke Ellington, Benny Carter, Charlie Parker, Count Basie, John Coltrane and Billie Holiday reverberated through the streets. There were soul jazz, jazz fusion, smooth jazz and more.

Electronics changed everything, and finally, in the seventies, jazz lost much of its popularity and “took a nose dive,” according to a jazz historian.

It looked like jazz was destined to be a memory.

Al Downing (1940 - 2005): Tuskeegee Airman, jazz musician, teacher, St. Petersburg resident and founder of the Al Downing Florida Jazz Association.

But, as jazz trombonist J.J. Johnson said in 1988, “Jazz is restless. It won’t stay put and it never will.” Jazz didn’t stay down for long.

What it is The music form came back and entices younger generations to use their instruments for both Sousa marches and jazz because jazz lets them improvise. Older folks might say jazz has to be music you can tap your foot to and dance. Still others want their jazz “to have swing, be soulful,” feeling the blues of an African American church in it somewhere—the notes that put a “moan” or “shiver” in John Coltrane’s solos.

And free jazz, or improvised music, incorporates all kinds of electronics.

West coast Florida jazz clubs are in full swing this month and jazz festivals will continue to draw crowds all season. What’s it all about?

What is all that jazz anyway?

In jazz, the skilled performer interprets a tune in very individual ways, never playing the same composition exactly the same way twice. Depending upon the performer’s mood and personal experience, interactions with other musicians, or even members of the audience, a jazz musician/performer may alter melodies, harmonies or time signature at will.

Mark Feinman, president of the Al Downing Jazz Association in St. Pete, says jazz is a tradition, passed down from generation and that’s the way to learn it—just as generations learned from

The Dave Brubeck Quartet.

the legendary Al Downing.

Today, jazz can be found in both conventional and unconventional places. All the colleges and universities in area promote jazz programs.

It’s found in jam sessions and concerts and in huge festivals which bring in big name jazz musicians.

“Take Five” is a jazz piece written

by Paul Desmond and performed by The Dave Brubeck Quartet on their 1959 album Time Out. It became famous for its catchy saxophone melody, a jolting drum solo and the use of the unusual quintuple (5/4) time, from which its name is derived. The song was first played to a live audience by The Dave Brubeck Quartet at the Village Gate nightclub in New York City in 1959.

“Take Five” has been included in countless movies and television soundtracks, and still receives significant radio play.

It was the theme music for the NBC “Today” program in the early 60s.

Listening to jazz Feinman educates both children (by going into schools) and adults in listening to jazz. “There’s no wrong or right way to listen to jazz,” Feinman says.

He says some listeners enjoy focusing on what a musician is doing, watching all his movements as he plays. Other people just listen because it feels right.

They become a part of community as a whole with the artists who share their music on the stage and their passion for the people who are listening.

If you go to a traditional, classical show, Feinman said, you appreciate that they’re getting it all right—the lights, the sounds—it’s all a part of the ticketed price. “But with jazz you’re involved in the experience.”

Instruments in jazz vary from two players to a full 22-piece big band.

There’s the stereotypical drum, piano, upright bass; the trumpet, sax and trombone. Jazz is now global, and there are strings, oboes, a French horn, baritone, and more, all of which are “widening the palate and colors of jazz.”

Forty years ago popular jazz musicians like Bill Evans listened to Debussy and Chopin and incorporated jazz standards with the harmony of Debussy.

On today’s jazz scene, South American salsa melodies and rhythms are incorporated with jazz’s improvisation.

Or, classic South Indian raga melodies mix with more modern instruments and harmonies. “It goes under the umbrella of jazz because they’re improvising with their rhythms and harmony.”

Feinman has a student from China who incorporates his ancient Chinese music into America’s only original art form – jazz.

If you take in a jazz festival in the area, Feinman says, “You’ll find ways to challenge your ears. The festival planners will be presenting what they feel comfortable with and what they have faith in offering as representing good jazz.”

So, challenge your ears at one of the area’s many jazz opportunities.

It’s the American way!

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Start off with a warmup with Silver Sneakers, then enjoy the 1-mile Fun Walk around Largo Central Park. There is a $4 minimum donation to help support the local Meals on Wheels program.

Walkers will enjoy a continental breakfast and receive a T-shirt. Trophies and prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place walkers. Registration for the walk starts at 8:45.

You Don’t Have to Walk Doors open at 10 a.m. The event features “Friendly” exhibitors with information on services, lifestyles, health and wellness, travel and more.

Enjoy a Senior Friendly Lunch for only $4.50 along with other homemade items from Mr. Bill’s Fine Foods.

Entertainment Enjoy live performances on stage throughout the day. This year, we celebrate the ‘60s and ‘70s with the singing sensations “The Knockouts,” William “Duece” Hulett— ”Best in Country Entertaining”—as well as Denise Looney, the “DJ with a Twist” and our favorite Safety

Harbor Fireman, Russell Cortese, as “Elvis.” Newcomer Art DeMoranville sings “Doo Wop” hits, and Betsy Verdier will perform country and yodeling. Of course, Luis Campaneria will perform magic as he strolls around the center.

Health Screenings The Health & Wellness area is sponsored by Best Care, Family & Geriatric Care and will include free health screenings such as cholesterol, bone density, glucose, waist circumference, body mass index, eye, hearing, blood pressure and memory checks along with other important health information.

Games and Prizes Activities of the day include free Bingo games and the all-new Sports Area. Try your sports skills to win prizes!

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Those dignified statesmen from the history books know how to live it up. They party and cavort to music and it’s laugh time for everyone. “1776” opens November 16 and runs through December 22

with matinees Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Call 1-800-361-8388 for reservations. Asolo Rep is located at 5555 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota.

Celtic Thunder, the dancing group you’ve seen on PBS returns to Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater for a matinee performance Sat. Nov. 3. at 2 p.m. Call (727) 7122717 for tickets. The theatre is on McMullen Booth Rd. in Clearwater.

“Legally Blonde, The Musical” plays at Largo Cultural Center November 2 to 18 with matinees on Sundays at 2 p.m. The theatre is in Largo Cultural Center.

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here I live in California we have wild turkeys walking around.

They are lean, aggressive and unattractive birds and I wonder who first got the idea to eat them. I know the story about the Indians and Pilgrims coming together for this great fall feast and since the Indians were apparently experts on corn and fish, I’m assuming one of the Pilgrims was responsible for the turkey.

I’m trying to imagine the reaction of his wife or mother when he walked in with this dead bird and presented it to her with instruction to be sure and remove the pin feathers before cooking.

I’m also having a bit of trouble imagining the reactions of those at that first Thanksgiving when everyone sat down and viewed this mixed assortment of food. Surely this tough, sinewy bird, even minus pinfeathers, couldn’t have commanded center stage. But cod fish, prepared in any way they might have tried, just seems wrong.

On the other hand, I know cranberries grow in Massachusetts so there might have been cranberry sauce, which always helps turkey. I’m pretty sure there wasn’t a relish tray, but perhaps gravy?

Our elementary school books presented that first gathering as a relaxed, happy party, bringing together good friends to celebrate a good harvest.

It appears this idea is what most of today’s families are trying to recreate.

I don’t want to be a spoil sport, but there is some misunderstanding here.

Even though the Indians brought most of the food because generosity was part of their tradition, it seems the purpose of the gathering was business.

In fact, the Pilgrims were attempting to negotiate a treaty of some sort.

So, besides being a model for future

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Thanksgivings, this get together was also, apparently, the first example of how to conduct a business luncheon.

What I don’t know is the role of sports in the day’s activities. Of course there was no television, but one of our former Presidents demonstrated that it was possible to have everyone run into the yard and begin a game involving some ball. My impression of the Pilgrims is that they were a serious lot and probably didn’t own a ball, much less have an amateur team for that year’s sporting event. The Wamanoags, on the other hand, having lived in the neighborhood for at least several generations, may have had a history of sports, although probably not football.

In our family, Thanksgiving dinner generally ends with pie. It seems likely that both the Pilgrims and Indians would have known about pumpkin, although I doubt, under those living conditions, the pie crust would have been very flaky. On the other hand, when I was in Massachusetts, I was served something called Indian pudding, a dessert made from corn. I wasn’t fond of it, although the people I was traveling with thought it grand. They ordered it with vanilla ice cream and the ice cream certainly improved the dish.

Maybe my friends’ fondness for that dessert indicates they’re descended from some of the originals who attended that first dinner party. Still, I’m not at all sure where any of those early diners would have found vanilla ice cream.

Ann Thomas can be contacted through her website dr-annthomas.com and on her blog theparentingclinic.com which has a section for grandparents.

Celebrate the Holidays Orlando Style on’t despair. Even if Disney World and the greater Orlando area isn’t high on your radar screen for places to spend a holiday, that doesn’t mean well-meaning friends and relatives (think grandchildren here) won’t pick the time to head for Florida.

Take a deep breath and enjoy it!

Thanksgiving? Head on over to the Magic Kingdom with the family and find your turkey there. Think of it this way—you’ll have plenty of time to walk off a turkey dinner.

And you can be sure you’ll find turkey at all the theme parks.

Here are some tips to help plan a Thanksgiving Weekend Disney-Style: 1. All Disney World restaurants will

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tour by catching A Disney World “The American Don’t-Miss: Adventure” next Epcot’s Candledoor, a 45-minute light Processional program of begins Nov. 23, the animatronics and day after Thanksvisual effects giving—the same which takes time the Christmas you through the lights are up in the history of our resorts—through Epcot’s Candlelight Processional country. Arrive Dec. 30. A mass early and hear the Voices of Liberty choir, joined by a 50-piece live sing in the lobby. They are some of orchestra and a celebrity narrator, tell Disney World’s top vocal talent. the story of Christmas in words and be open on Thanksgiving Day. Most If all else fails for Thanksgiving music in a very moving performance. of the restaurants serve turkey dinner turkey, grab a smoked turkey leg.

Performances are held at Epcot’s in one way or another, Disney staff You’ll find them near the Lunching open-air America Gardens Theatre at told me. Book dining reservations Pad in Magic Kingdom near Space 5, 6:45 and 8:15 p.m. each evening. in advance as soon as possible. You Mountain.

Look for special pricing packages can find details and Even the German that include dinner reservations. book dining online on Biergarten adds Disney’s website or Around Orlando…locals and their turkey to their by calling 407-WDWvisitors can enjoy these holiday events: menu. Everyone DINE (407) 939-3463. can dance and sing and enjoy a nontraditional holiday.

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2. If you can say “I Love a Parade” in the band sense of the words, consider that you can see the Parade of Bands on Thanksgiving Day at the Disney World Resort. Bands from around the U.S prepare and join a mass band performance for thousands of park guests at the iconic Walt Disney World® performance venue at 10 a.m. Nov. 22.

“Grinchmas” at Universal Orlando

Universal Orlando Resort will host Mannheim Steamroller in live performances on select Saturday and Sunday nights in December.

Throughout the season there’s Grinchmas! live, musical stage

show and a daily Macy’s Holiday Parade (with floats direct from Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade).

ICE! At the Gaylord Palms Resort: Nov. 10 – Jan. 1 has ice slides and hand-carved sculptures in a 100-acre walk-through ice park. Prices begin at $22/adults.

Christmas Celebration at SeaWorld Orlando includes an ice skating show, a special nighttime Shamu show, live theatrical performances and fireworks.

LEGOLAND Florida hosts Christmas Bricktacular that includes a 30-foot tall Christmas tree made of LEGO bricks. And enjoy the botanical gardens (which were once Cypress Gardens).

“Festival of Trees” at Orlando Museum of Art: Nov. 12 – 20 shows off trees, wreaths and gingerbread houses to ignite the holiday spirit. Admission: $10.

Orlando Bowl Week: Dec. 26 – Jan. 1. Florida Citrus Sports presents the Russell Athletic Bowl and the Capital One Bowl plus the Fresh From Florida Parade and a concert in Lake Eola Park.

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“The Veteran” Teaches Lesson in Courage

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ars have always resulted in stories of heroism and courage. Old soldiers are known for sitting around telling stories, but often their real heroism comes from lessons learned on the battlefield.

Set in the aftermath of the Civil War, Stephen Crane’s short story “The Veteran” tells the heroic tale of an old soldier and his grandson. Although, this tale is simple in its form and plot, it expresses a deep and powerful message concerning courage.

The tales begins with the grandfather, Old Henry, retelling the story of his first encounter with war. Rather than telling a tall tale about his first battle experience, he tells the truth. “Why, in my

first battle I thought the sky was falling down. I thought the world was coming to an end. You bet I was scared.”

The crowd he tells his story to is amazed that a grown man and former soldier would acknowledge his fear. Old Henry goes on to explain what happened because of his fear: he ran away from the fighting.

Even though the crowd accepted the Old Henry’s words with a bit of humor, Old Henry’s grandson Jim did not. He was “visibly horror-stricken.

His hands were clasped nervously, and his eyes were wide with astonishment at this terrible scandal of his most magnificent grandfather telling such a thing. His grandfather had just openly admitted to cowardice in front of the townspeople.

Confused by his grandfather’s admission, young Jim inquires into his grandfather’s actions. Old Henry’s response to his grandson was, “I had to get used to it.”

Crane’s lesson is that courage does not come naturally to everyone; sometimes it has to be learned through experience.

Jim continues to be perplexed by his grandfather’s words and actions.

The story continues with a tragic barn burning. Old Henry realizes the livestock in the barn are trapped there.

Instead of sitting back and watching the barn burn like the rest of the crowd, Old Henry jumps into action. He runs into the barn to set the animals free. Inspired by the old soldier, others join in to save the barn and together they manage to free all but one cow and two colts.

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Old Henry even saves the life of the man who caused the fire. Even though badly singed by flames, Henry still attempts a final rescue, the little colts in the back stall. Tragically, Old Henry never returns from the fiery barn.

Although Crane leaves the story with this ending, the moral of his tale is not lessened but rather increased

by Old Henry’s death. Through his selfless actions, Old Henry was able to demonstrate a powerful lesson for his grandson. A coward can learn courage, courage can inspire others and courage when practiced makes a hero, even in death.

Many veterans have learned lessons of courage from those who fought in battles, especially those who died there.

Veterans Corner

Questions and Answers about Veterans Day

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Veterans Day does not include an apostrophe but does include an “s” at the end of “veterans” because it is not a day that “belongs” to veterans, it is a day for honoring all veterans.

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A. Veterans Day is always observed officially on November 11, regardless of the day of the week on which it falls. The Veterans Day National Ceremony, like most ceremonies around the nation, is held on Veterans Day itself. However, when Veterans Day falls on a weekday, many communities choose to hold Veterans Day parades or other celebrations on the weekend before or after November 11 so that more people can participate.

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office or business closes or stays open on Veterans Day? A. Federal government closings are established by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM). State and local governments, including schools, are not required to follow OPM closure policies. Likewise, nongovernment businesses are free to make their own decisions to close or remain open for business, regardless of federal, state or local government closings.

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remembering and honoring military personnel who died in the service of their country, particularly those who died in battle or as a result of wounds sustained in battle. While those who died are also remembered, Veterans Day is the day set aside to thank and honor ALL those who served honorably in the military—in wartime or peacetime. In fact, Veterans Day is largely intended to thank LIVING veterans for their service, to acknowledge that their contributions to our national security are appreciated, and to underscore the fact that all those who served—not only those who died —have sacrificed and done their duty.

Q. Why are red poppies worn on Veterans Day, and where can I obtain them?

A. The wearing of poppies in honor of America’s war dead is traditionally done on Memorial Day, not Veterans Day. The practice of wearing of poppies takes its origin from the poem “In Flanders Fields,” written in 1915 by John McCrae. For information on how to obtain poppies for use on Memorial Day, contact a veterans service organization, such as the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States (VFW) or The American Legion.

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s you’ve gotten older, have you noticed that you often find yourself marching around the house in a huff, searching for misplaced car keys or eyeglasses, or you just cannot remember the name of that new neighbor you met when walking the dog? It’s frustrating, to be sure, says Dr. Anne Fabiny, of Harvard Medical School.

Memory-boosting tips Dr. Fabiny suggests these tips and tricks to keep your memory sharp:

• Follow routines, such as leaving your car keys, glasses and cell phone in the same place every day so that finding them becomes a “no brainer.”

• Slow down and pay attention to what you are doing to give your brain’s memory systems enough time to create an enduring memory.

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But forgetfulness can be a serious issue if it’s starting to interfere with daily tasks and routines, such as managing your healthcare and finances.

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• Cholesterol levels are a poor predictor of heart attacks.

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• Avoid distracting or noisy environments and multitasking— the major memory busters today.

• The true cause of heart disease is inflammation.

• The number one dietary contributor to heart disease is sugar, which is a far greater danger to your heart than fat.

• New studies suggest that statin drugs may be associated with a higher risk for cancer and diabetes.

The doctors urge readers to take a closer look at their eating habits and the steps to take to protect their hearts.

They feel that the standard prescriptions for lowering cholesterol and fighting heart disease (such as side-effect-causing statin drugs), actually obscure the real causes of heart disease.

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very day in Iraq, military doctors treat people “who would have to redefine themselves because their lives had turned on a dime, in one blank instant,” thought Lee Woodruff. She was flying home after learning her husband TV anchorman Bob Woodruff had been critically wounded in Iraq.

In An Instant is Bob and Lee Woodruff’s story of love and hope as Bob received treatment and rehabilitation and Lee gained insight into what it means to be a caregiver.

• As reality sank in of what was ahead of her, Woodruff wrote: “I would join the legions of spouses who have sat by bedsides through countless accidents, cancers and wartime injuries, nursing their loved ones, learning new vocabularies and making decisions as daylight evaporated and time took on a new meaning by a loved one’s bedside.”

• Friends who made a difference refrained from calling repeatedly.

Instead, they made Costco runs for toilet paper, dropped off food and then left, drove kids to things. They

• On a morning walk, Woodruff saw people going about their daily

Some of what she learned:

brought what they had, dropped it off and left.

They were the ones who knew how to let her know they were there without the expectation of a response.

• When the situation is so black, so dark that grief or fear threatens to overwhelm, there is nothing like a good joke or two to resuscitate hope.

routines, getting out of the house for the day. She remembers how many of those ordinary days she took for granted: “If I had only known then how wonderful it was, that simplicity of life’s everyday routine.”

• It doesn’t help to stay overly long in a fog of optimism, refusing to hear bad news. At some point, it’s necessary to step into the zone of reality .

• With a serious illness or injury comes the caregiver’s realization: I will need to walk every step of the way with my loved one.

There will be no shortcuts.

• The caregiver divorce rate is 70 percent for brain-injured spouses.

Caregivers feel isolated and trapped, neither married nor single; their needs are unfulfilled and braininjured spouses are often selfish, demanding and dependent.

• As Bob Woodruff’s healing of mind and body progressed, he was

moved closer to his family for rehabilitation. When Lee tried to become a part of the normal fabric of her community again, she saw that her friends wanted to pity her and dwell on the circumstances. All she wanted was for them to acknowledge her pain and move on. “I wanted to become one of them again.”

The difficulty for the caregiver, Lee Woodruff learned, is that the world shrinks vastly. “Our misfortunes set us apart.” The book she and Bob wrote – In An Instant – is the story of how they dealt with the misfortunes of catastrophic injury and what came of it.

Lee Woodruff is also the author of Perfectly Imperfect and Those We Love Most. She and Bob created the Bob Woodruff Foundation to give the more than 320,000 service members who have sustained traumatic brain injuries the support and resources they need.

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Dear Marci, I am thinking about changing my drug coverage during the Fall Open Enrollment Period. What are some things I need to know before making any changes to my drug coverage?

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ear Constance, You can make changes to your health or drug coverage during Fall Open Enrollment, which spans from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7 of each year. During this time, you can make as many changes as you’d like, and the last change you make will take effect January 1 of the following year. When you are choosing prescription drug plans, it might be helpful to ask the following questions: • Are my medications listed on the plan’s list of covered drugs (formulary)?

• What are the premium, deductible and copay amounts I must pay under the plan?

• Are my pharmacies in the plan’s preferred network so I pay the lowest amount?

• Does the plan have any rules I need to follow in order to get my prescription drugs?

Keep in mind that if you have a Medicare private health plan that provides health and drug coverage (Medicare Advantage plan), switching drug plans will affect your health coverage. However, if you have Original Medicare and a separate Part D plan that just covers drugs, you can switch Part D plans and keep your current health coverage.

You may also find it helpful to use Medicare’s PlanFinder tool, which can give you a comprehensive list of Medicare Advantage and Part D plans, the drugs they cover, and their costs. You can access PlanFinder by calling Medicare at (800) 633-4227 or online at medicare.gov. —Marci

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Cleveland Clinic’s Eric Klein, M.D., weighs in on eight things believed to prevent prostate cancer:

1. Medication The 5-alpha reductase inhibitors, finasteride and dutasteride, reduce the size of the prostate gland and are FDA-approved to treat urinary symptoms arising from prostate enlargement. They do reduce men’s risk of being diagnosed with prostate cancer. However, the FDA is concerned about the slightly higher chance of getting a high-grade cancer among men in whom cancer is not prevented. Also, these medications can reduce men’s sex drive or cause erectile dysfunction and inhibit ejaculation while men take them.

2. Vitamin E This vitamin has powerful antioxidant properties and was thought to cut prostate cancer risk.

3. Soy Epidemiological studies suggest that soy and soy products do reduce prostate cancer risks.

4. Lycopene Data are mixed on the protective effect of this antioxidant, contained in tomatoes and other red fruits. Any benefit is likely derived from consuming the whole fruits rather than by taking lycopene supplements, how-

ever. You can get the most from this nutrient by lightly cooking tomatoes in olive oil or by making tomato sauce from scratch, for example.

5. Green tea This tea contains polyphenols, which have antioxidant properties. Polyphenols do slow the growth of prostate cancer cells in mice. They seem to inhibit several cancer-causing genes.

6. COX-2 inhibitors The COX-2 enzyme is produced more often by prostate cancer cells than by normal cells. Studies show that COX-2 inhibitors significantly slow the growth of prostate cancer cell lines. Common COX-2 inhibitors include NSAIDS (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) like aspirin, ibuprofen and naproxen. Adding vitamin D may boost the benefit.

7. Red wine The polyphenols in red grape skins and seeds are believed to be anti-cancer agents but have not been directly tested for prostate cancer prevention. Research suggests that the antioxidants in red wine may inhibit the development of certain cancers.

8. Selenium Studies have shown that this dietary supplement does not prevent prostate cancer.

Dr. Klein advises any men who are interested in taking supplements or medications—even NSAIDs—for prostate cancer prevention to clear it with their doctors first.

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BY FRED CICETTI

It’s time for a flu shot.

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ou can get the flu vaccine from your doctor, and at public health facilities, senior centers, pharmacies and supermarkets.

The vaccine can be administered anytime during flu season.

Adults over 50 are prime candidates for the vaccine because the flu can be fatal for older people.

More than 200,000 flu victims are hospitalized annually in the United States; about 36,000 people die from it. As much as 20 percent of the U.S. population gets the flu each year. Flu season usually begins in October and can last through May. Flu is a contagious illness of the respiratory system caused by the influenza virus. Flu can lead to pneumonia, bronchitis, sinusitis, ear problems and dehydration.

Droplets from coughing and sneezing spread the flu. An adult with flu can infect others beginning one day before symptoms develop and up to five days after becoming sick. Children may spread flu for more than seven days.

The best way to combat the bug is to get the flu vaccine. You have to get inoculated annually because new vaccines are prepared every year to combat new versions of the virus. When you battle the flu, you develop antibodies to the invading virus, but those antibodies don’t work on new strains.

The vaccine does not prevent flu in all people. It works better in younger recipients than older ones. Contrary to rumor, you can’t catch the flu from the vaccine. The flu vaccine is not made from a live virus.

There are three different flu shots available: a regular shot approved for people ages 6 months and older, a high-dose flu shot approved for people 65 and older, and an intradermal flu shot approved for people 18 to 64 years of age.

The intradermal flu vaccine uses a very fine needle that is injected into the skin instead of muscle. This is designed for people who hate needles.

A nasal-spray flu vaccine is approved for healthy people 2 through 49 years of age who are not pregnant.

The recovery time for the flu is about one to two weeks.

However, in seniors, weakness may persist for a longer time.

The common scenario for flu is a sudden onset of symptoms that include chills, fatigue, fever, cough, headache, sore throat, nasal congestion, muscle aches and appetite loss.

While nausea, vomiting and diarrhea can be related to the flu, these are rarely the primary flu symptoms. The flu is not a stomach or intestinal disease. The term “stomach flu” is inaccurate.

When symptoms strike, get to a doctor as soon as possible; the faster the better. There are prescription antiviral drugs to treat flu. ºOver-the-counter medicines can help relieve symptoms of the flu.

You should also drink liquids to prevent dehydration, and sleep to bolster your immune system, If you would like to read more columns, you can order a copy of “How To Be A Healthy Geezer” at www.healthygeezer.com. All Rights Reserved © 2012 by Fred Cicetti.

Caring for Aging Skin “A

lot of things happen to your skin as you age,” said Dr. Richard Miller of Bay Dermatology, “depending on how much sun you’ve had and other factors like smoking and pollutants that can damage the skin. As we age, our skin thins. We lose a lot of subcutaneous fat in the skin—especially in the face. That’s why the face sags more than the rest of the body to cause wrinkles.”

What can we do to care for skin that may sag or wrinkle, develop spots and discolored areas? Dr. Miller said there are some basics for taking care of aging skin. “Everyone should use a moisturizer at night,” he said, “and protect their skin from UV light and not smoke.”

The treatment options for aging skin continues to expand.

Beyond regular use of moisturizers, today’s dermatologist has several methods available to help.

Nonsurgical methods of treatment include both prescription and nonprescription creams such as tretinoin (Renova), vitamin C and alpha hydroxy acids for age spots. Glycolic acid can help enhance elasticity and reduce some of the fine lines.

Beyond these are chemical peels, dermabrasion and laserabrasion which may be used alone or in combination with other surgical procedures to treat moderate to severe degrees of facial damage (though they don’t do much for wrinkles, according to Dr. Miller).

Deeper facial lines may be treated with botox or soft tissue enhancement including collagen, autologous fat and fillers for the deep creases in skin.

Patients with more sagging, excess skin may benefit from additional procedures such as a facelift, browlift or blepharoplasty (surgical reconstruction of the eyelid).

People who wish to improve their aging skin “should start by using a moisturizer for six months,” said Dr. Miller. Beyond that, it depends on what the patient wants to accomplish and how fast the patient wants results. Any treatment is used in conjunction with other factors. For

instance, even with a facelift, a patient still needs to use a moisturizer.

Just about everything you have done to your skin during the course of your lifetime has left a lasting impression, but the internal aging process happens naturally. Wrinkles, thinning, sagging and dryness are all part of this process.

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Chemical peels can be used in areas such as around the eye and mouth, that are not improved by a facelift.

• Dermabrasion removes lines and some scarring and can be used to treat moderate to severe sun damage.

In dermabrasion, the doctor sands away the top layer of skin, thus it has similar side effects and complications as medium to deep chemical peels.

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9 Major Retirement Planning Mistakes To Avoid for their future health care costs (assuming one spouse lives to 82 and the other to 85). Prudent retirees explore ways to cover these costs.

BY BILL LOSEY, CFP®, CSA

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lassic financial missteps that plague retirees may come as a result of many factors. Boomers can be aware of their potential difficulties as they plan for retirement.

1. Leaving work too early. The full retirement age for many baby boomers is 66. As Social Security benefits rise about 8 percent for every year you delay receiving them, waiting a few years to apply for benefits can position you for greater retirement income. Any way you can postpone applying for benefits will leave you with more SSI. 2. Underestimating medical expenses. Fidelity Investments says that the typical couple retiring at 65 today will need $240,000 to pay

of retirement, people tend to live it up; more free time naturally promotes new ventures and adventures, and an inclination to live a bit more lavishly.

3. Taking the potential for longevity too lightly. At age 65, a man has a 40 percent chance of living to age 85; a woman has a 53 percent chance, according to the Social Security Administration. About half of those aged 45 – 60 underestimated their projected life expectancy. We still have a lingering cultural assumption that our retirements might duplicate the relatively brief ones of our parents.

5. Ignoring tax efficiency and fees.

It can be a good idea to have both taxable and tax-advantaged accounts in retirement. Get good advice.

Account fees must also be watched. The Department of Labor notes that a 401(k) plan with a 1.5 percent annual account fee would leave a plan participant with 28 percent less money than a 401(k) with a 0.5 percent annual fee.

4. Withdrawing too much each year. You may have heard of the “4 percent rule,” a popular guideline stating that you should withdraw only about 4 percent of your retirement savings annually. The “4 percent rule” isn’t a rule, but many cautious retirees do try to abide by it.

So why do some retirees withdraw 7 or 8 percent a year? In the first phase

7. Retiring with big debts. It is pretty hard to preserve (or accumulate) wealth when you are handing chunks of it to assorted creditors.

6. Avoiding market risk. The return on many fixed-rate investments might seem pitiful in comparison to other options these days. Equity investment does invite risk, but the reward may be worth it.

8. Putting college costs before retirement costs. There is no “financial aid” program for retirement and no “retirement loans.” Try to refrain from touching your home equity or your IRA to pay for your children’s education expenses.

9. Retiring with no plan or investment strategy. Many people do this— too many. An unplanned retirement may bring terrible financial surprises; retiring without an investment strategy leaves some people prone to market timing and day trading.

Plan now to avoid these classic mistakes. Take a little time to review and refine your retirement strategy in the company of the financial professional you know and trust.

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Denominations The majority of municipal bonds are issued with a face (“par”) value of $5,000. However, some municipal bonds may be offered with $100,000 minimums and increments.

Daniel Edmondson is a Financial Advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney in Tampa, FL. Although Daniel Edmondson has helped to underwrite the production cost of the magazine to feature this article in its publication, it is not a solicitation nor is it intended to provide individually tailored investment advice. The strategies and/or investments referenced may not be suitable for all investors. The views expressed herein are those of the author and may not necessarily reflect the views of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, member SIPC. Daniel Edmondson may only transact business in states where he is registered or excluded or exempted from registration http://brokercheck.finra.org/Search/Search. aspx]. Transacting business, follow-up and individualized responses involving either effecting or attempting to effect transactions in securities, or the rendering of personalized investment advice for compensation, will not be made to persons in states where Daniel Edmondson is not registered or excluded or exempt from registration.

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How to Rebuild Your Relationship with Your Adult Children after Your Divorce

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he stigma of getting a …divorce is starting to lift.

Divorce for people over 50 has nearly doubled since the 1990’s.

Expecting your adult children to take your divorce in stride might not be realistic, as divorce can completely change the relational dynamics.

Children’s worldviews can be challenged by this; they might start to question their childhood memories, and they might even struggle with guilt. “My parents said they stayed together all those years because of me.”

Adult children might view the situation as not just their parents separating, but rather that they are “losing their family.”

So how do we navigate these murky waters and how do we preserve the relationship with our adult children?

Some starting points: Try to understand what they’re feeling.

This can be hard because you are going through a very difficult time yourself—your divorce—but understanding that this is a trauma for your adult children as well can make it easier to respond in a positive way to them. Your adult children might be angry at you, they might feel depressed or they might even try and fix the relationship for you. No matter how your child responds, do not try to rush them through their grieving process.

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the children to transition through the divorce. Parents might forget that the children are grieving too.

Your child may or may not want to help. Be aware that this might be difficult for them and look for other help if it is presents as a problem for your child.

Do not talk bad about your spouse to your adult child.

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ver walk into a room with some purpose in mind, only to completely forget what that purpose was? Turns out, doors themselves are to blame for these strange memory lapses.

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in the mind, separating one set of thoughts and memories from the next.

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t’s a modern day dilemma— picking passwords for everything you do online. Here’s advice from FBI’s top cybercrime cop, Gordon Snow. He spent his days tracking down the world’s most malicious cybercriminals. Now you can know a few simple tricks which appeared in the Fall 2012 USAA Magazine.

Quick quiz: Which password is stronger: “H7%doss!” or “MyLazyDogRex”?

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Health Whether you’re a regular in the gym or a weekend warrior who wants to get back into shape, finding and maintaining core support is a huge asset. As you get older, it’s even harder to maintain the stamina of earlier years. Core

support fills in the gaps when motivation fatigue and boredom hit you.

A number of studies from respectable health organizations reinforce the notion that “social” influence and support can play a big role in fitness and exercise. The key point is that you will do more if you obtain positive outside social core support.

Places to seek out “core” support: Training Partners: Seek out others who are exercising to round out your support system. Working out with a partner helps you stay motivated. Find someone who does similar workouts and goes to the gym or attends the same classes that you do. You can push each other when you are at low points and enjoy successes when you are both peaking.

Partnerships often extend well beyond the gym to social surroundings.

Family: You normally spend more of your “free time” with family than any other group, making family support paramount. While you are at home and not doing exercise, you and your wife, girlfriend or other members of your family can work together to live a healthier lifestyle. This can include taking your whole family to the gym, going on walks or cycling.

Personal Trainers: If you can afford it, a personal trainer is the best way to reach or exceed your fitness goals.

A personal trainer will also be able to correct your form and give you tips to make your workouts as successful as possible. He or she will be mental support as well when you just don’t have the motivation to exercise.

Social Media: Sounds crazy, but Facebook and

Twitter are outlets that allow you to join online fitness groups and even possibly find training partners. Don’t underestimate this online medium.

Doctors: Doctors will be able to give you limited suggestions about your exercise routine but can point out anything you are doing that could be bad for your body. Make sure that you visit your doctor regularly to chart your health and also check with him or her when you drastically change your fitness program.

Remember, there is power in numbers, so get as much support whenever or wherever you can.

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The Florida Orchestra Welcomes the National Symphony Orchestra of Cuba

BY HENRY ADAMS

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ovember offers a musical cornucopia of Florida Orchestra concerts: the National Symphony Orchestra of Cuba performing Cuban and mainstream classics (Nov. 7); The Master Chorale of Tampa Bay joining the orchestra for Vaughan Williams’ prayer for peace Dona Nobis Pacem (Nov. 9 – 11); Brahms’ famed Double Concerto (Nov. 30 – Dec. 2); and pops programs that include a concert of film music from Casablanca to John Williams’ scores (Nov. 23 – 25).

As part of The Florida Orchestra’s multi-year cultural exchange with Cuba, the National Symphony Orchestra of Cuba (NSOC) offers an enticing mix of Cuban music with traditional symphonic favorites. Joining the orchestra is pianist “Nachito” Herrera in a tribute to the famed Cuban composer Ernesto Lecuona. The program also includes Gershwin’s Cuban Overture,

López Marín’s Danzón “El Médico de Pianos,” López-Gavilán’s Guaguancó, Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 4 and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5. The concert will be conducted by NSOC Music Director Enrique Pérez Mesa and Cuban composer and conductor Guido López-Gavilán on Nov. 7 at the Mahaffey Theater in St. Petersburg.

The Tampa Bay Times Masterworks series continues with the dynamic duo of Karen Gomyo and Christian Poltéra performing Brahms’ dramatic and virtuosic Concerto for Violin and Cello on this program with Brahms’ delightfully bouyant Academic Festival Overture and Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5. Joshua Weilerstein conducts these concerts on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 and 2 in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Clearwater.

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Here’s a look at three common diet approaches: Low fat: Doesn’t taste great …and is less filling Low-fat diets were shoved aside by the low-carb frenzy. But healthy fats can actually promote weight loss, and some fats are good for the heart; eliminating them from the diet can cause problems.

Since fat contains nine calories per gram while carbohydrates contain four, you could theoretically eat more without taking in more calories by cutting back on fatty foods

and eating more that are full of carbohydrates, especially water-rich fruits and vegetables. Still, such a diet tends to be less filling and flavorful than other diets, which lessens its long-term appeal and may lead to eating highly processed carbs which sabotages your weight-loss plan.

Low carbohydrate: Quick weight loss but long-term safety questions Eating carbohydrates boosts blood sugar, triggering an outpouring of insulin from the pancreas. The surge of insulin can rapidly drop blood sugar, causing hunger. Limiting carbs in favor of protein and fat is supposed to prevent the insulin surge and make you feel full longer.

To make up for the lack of carbohydrates in the diet, the body mobilizes its own carbohydrate stores from liver and muscle tissue. In the process, the body also mobilizes water, meaning that the pounds shed are water weight which tends to slow and reverse after a while.

The American Heart Association cautions people against following the Atkins diet because it is too high in saturated fat and protein, which can be hard on the heart, kidneys and bones. Most experts believe that the South Beach and other less restrictive low-carbohydrate diets offer a more reasonable approach.

Mediterranean style: Healthy fats and carbs with a big side of fruits and vegetables Good fats are the monounsaturated fats found in olive oil and other oils, and the polyunsaturated fats found in fish, canola oil, walnuts, and other foods. Saturated fat and trans fat are the bad guys. Mediterranean diets tend to have a moderate amount of fat, but most of it comes from healthy fats.

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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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and is not only occurring between generations. Thank you notes are quickly being forgotten, unfortunately. This is what I would recommend—after a week, phone the grandchild (or parent if the child is young) and ask if the gift was even received. Then, to discourage this from happening again, request that a note be sent.

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Dressing: 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 Tbsp. mustard

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Martha Stewart’s Corn Salad 6 ears corn or 3 cups frozen corn 2 medium tomatoes, chopped 3 scallions, thinly sliced crosswise 2 sprigs fresh basil 1 lime, juiced 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil Salt & pepper

Remove corn kernels from cobs and place in a large bowl. Scrape corn milk from cobs into the bowl. Add remaining ingredients and stir to combine.

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Dec. 16 at the Palladium, 253 Fifth Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Showtimes are at 3 and 7 p.m. Seats fill up fast, so arrive early. There’s lot of talent in the Bay Area; you won’t want to miss this free concert!

For more info about the concert, contact the Island Chapel by email at Info@TheIslandChapel.org. For the Palladium, call (727) 822-3590.

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Handouts will be provided. $10 each or $13 for two family members. Advance registration is required.

Friday, Nov. 9: Historical writing workshops by awardwinning author Angela T. Pisaturo, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Learn historical writing from research to setting the scene. $15; extensive handouts provided.

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