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By Steve Sears 6-year Chester resident, Bill Asdal, speaks to his daughters’ service in the United States Navy.

“When they started doing this, it just bends your knees, because for them, they’re 18 years old and they’re going to commit the next thirteen years. It’s four for school, five for active duty, and four for recallable reserves if need be. And they all did postgraduate education which extended that service. So, you look at that and you see this innocent, brilliant kid with all these opportunities at their doorstep, and they choose to serve. That’s pretty humbling.’

Daughters Ashley (34), Lindsey (32), Annie (31), Kirsten (29), and Charlotte (26) all attended the Naval Academy Summer Seminar, and all but one entered the United States Navy. Annie attended Duke Universi-

ty and now is a real estate agent, and is married to Dr. Jordan Leumas of Grady Hospital, Atlanta. Lieutenant Commander Ashley, who is married to Lieutenant Chris O’Keefe (USNA ‘11 Naval Intelligence Officer), served as a Surface Warfare Officer with multiple deployments from 2009 to 2020 and now runs the

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Raritan Inn Bed & Breakfast in Califon. Daughter number two, Lieutenant Commander Lindsey, who has also had multiple deployments, serves as a P-8 Pilot / Instructor, and husband, Lieutenant Commander Abraham Beates, is serving in the Navy Reserves.

Kirsten, a Lieutenant Commander, currently serves

as a Surface Warfare Officer Pearl Harbor, Pentagon, and is dating a submarine officer. Youngest daughter, Lieutenant Charlotte, is also still serving, she with the USS Lassen, and she is married to Lieutenant Scotty Davids, who is a Romeo Helo Pilot in Florida.

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“All the girls went to summer seminar,” says Asdal. “In your junior year of high school, you apply, and you get to spend a week there between junior and senior year. In the summer, they were on three sessions. Since they got as heavily involved and went in as they did, I have volunteered now since ‘05, I work with their admissions department (for the Naval Academy) doing candidate guidance. So, they assigned me twelve high schools in New Jersey, and I do the college fairs and manage about two dozen kids every year and interview them.”

Per Asdal, when the girls are together, their service doesn’t often come up in conversation. He says, “The focus is on family.

Everything we do is a healthy look back and a very bright look forward.”

Asdal’s father served in the Navy in WWII and did some fascinating work for them, developing a sonar for torpedo guidance. “It was a big deal,” Asdal says. “His uniformed photo has hung in our home for 75 years.” Perhaps it was an inspiration for the girls, but most of all Asdal feels service itself is part of our American culture, and all five daughters live it. “It’s just there. It’s just inherited,” he says. “Service is part of our

culture. We all want to serve, and whether we serve at the firehouse, whether we serve on the PTA, whether we serve local government, or we serve on a broader level at the county, state, national, in the military, they’re all fine. It’s for America. I think we find that one of the compelling overarching values in our culture.”

“I get a lot of notes and cards and emails from them,” says Asdal, who is also at the ready to pick up the phone regularly when each daughter calls, and also his son-inlaws. “I do think that it is an obligation to keep a family tight, to keep an open dialogue.”

The girls’ mom, Marcia, is the Chester Township Mayor. “I am proud of all my daughters’ accomplishments, their self-confidence and their selflessness; they are amazing role models!”

“One of the codes that is embraced by all service members is the giving up of oneself for the good of the team and the mission,” the Mayor says. “Not everybody works directly on national security and has a job where life or limb is at stake, but every citizen can honor the sacrifice of service members and help their neighborhood and others. I hope their example inspires others! They are an inspiration to me.”

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Morris County Resident Publishes First Book

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By Steve Sears hippany resident Donovan Russo is a happy guy.

Being a first-time published author can have that wonderful effect on you.

Russo’s first novel, “Steven’s War”, was published early in December 2020, and Russo first held the physical book on December 21. He recalls opening the delivered box of books, looking at the front cover, and then lifting a copy out of the box. “It was exciting.

I’ve seen the eBook version, but to actually hold the book in my hand, it was just really unique,” he says. “It was a proud moment, and it kind of felt like I guess in some way this journey with writing was kind of coming to fruition, if that makes sense.”

For Russo, who studied English at Montclair State and is currently working towards his MBA at Seton Hall University, “Steven’s War” took about a year to write. Last December, he was approached by Eric Koester, a Georgetown Professor, entrepreneur, and founder of the Creator Institute, which helps members write a book. “First of all, you gain access to this wonderful team of content developers, layout teams, and a copy-editing team with a hybrid publisher,” Russo says, “and you’re given a great community of individuals to help you write this book.” Russo then started researching in January of last year, outlined his book, and adds, “The sur-

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“Steven’s War” is Russo’s first novel, but he’s also done other types of writing. Currently a Literary Development intern for Zero Gravity Management, he has also written a few screenplays, and has written for CNBC and Yahoo Finance. “I definitely know how to put a story together,” he says, “especially for the public eye.” He also cites knowing the type of story you’d like to write and creating string characters is crucial. “I think especially

vival is definitely the most challenging part.

I went through about four different versions of that (his book).”

“It’s much greater than just me, and that was just a really humbling, enriching, and satisfying experience.”

“Steven’s War” deals with 2009 and the “Don’t ask, don’t tell” period of the military.

Without giving too much away, Russo says, “The story is really about a young man trying to figure it out and trying to embrace his individuality, while conforming to the expectations of society. Being the true American patriot, being a man, especially being the

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Russo, who also plays the piano, is at work on another screenplay.

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Are You Poisoning Yourself?

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n today’s world there are poisons lurking around every corner. You may not realize it, but you could be slowly poisoning yourself every single day with skincare products, household cleaning products and even the foods you are eating. Unfortunately, most products on the market today do contain chemicals that are toxic to the body, so you need to stay informed. For example, research has shown that most of the chemicals used to preserve products or increase shelf life are Endocrine disruptors. Your endocrine system is what controls hormones and many of the body’s functions, so you don’t want anything to disrupt its natural flow. These added chemicals mimic hormones so your body cannot recognize them as foreign to get rid of them. This wreaks havoc on the endocrine system and the body in general. Among other things, these endocrine disruptors have been linked to cancer and reproductive issues. It is also a concern that these

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Beautiful Long Valley Farm Mirrors Like-Named Morris County Community

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By Steve Sears bout nine hours and roughly 560 miles south of New Jersey’s bucolic Long Valley is another like-named location that lends itself to both beauty and history.

Long Valley Farm, located in North Carolina’s Carvers Creek State Park, which has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1994, served as a retreat for members of the famed Rockefeller family.

Colleen Bowers was the first park ranger to be hired at Carvers Creek State Park, and she now serves as its Superintendent. “It’s got a story behind it,” she says of the park and farm, the latter willed to the Nature Conservancy in 2005. “The state started getting its first section of property in 2005, basically collecting area, getting ready for a state park. Then, in 2010, the Nature Conservancy gave the state Long Valley Farm.”

The Long Valley Farm section of the park officially opened in September of 2013, and the Sandhills section in 2019. The number of visitors has steadily increased over the years, 112,000 visiting in 2020.

The farm, which encompasses 1,420 of the park’s 4,000 acres, dates back to the early 20th century. Robert Wall Christian

owned the property in 1914. Before that, it was lumber companies and game clubs using the property. Christian farmed the property once ownership was assumed, he one of the first to experiment with artificial fertilizers and crop rotation. Old structures dot the farm that date back to that era, including a spring house, and a gazebo that he himself built.

Christian sold the farm in 1927 to Percy Rockefeller. “Percy Rockefeller was the creator of the Overhills (Estate), which does not connect to Long Valley (Farm), but it’s right down the road,” says Bowers. “The Overhills was a family resort and the train went right to the property. He did do some farming, but it wasn’t enough to make him any money off of it. He really used this property to hunt on, so they had hunting dogs and horse stables at the Overhills.”

James Stillman Rockefeller took over the property in 1937, and he built his house that still stands on the property. He would remain there for 67 years. Bowers says, “He did use it mainly for farming, but it was kind of his getaway, too. He had a farm manager that lived here on the property to manage the farm.” Beef cattle roamed Long Valley Farm at that time, and tobacco plants were abundant. Three tobacco barns and

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two packhouses still remain, and Rockefeller had a grist mill that from 1940 to 1947 that produced corn meal and flour under the Long Valley Farm name. “We still have a whole bunch of the bags with the emblem and ‘Long Valley’ on it,” says Bowers with emphasis.

Rockefeller owned the property until he passed away in 2004. “In Mr. Rockefeller’s

will it said that the Nature Conservancy could either maintain it as a working farm, or they could let it go back to nature,” says Bowers, “He didn’t want it to become developed.” His desire was granted. “The Nature Conservancy doesn’t farm, so they started turning all the old fields into longleaf pine.” The Nature Conservancy also did continued on page 10

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Chester Bagel & Deli: Here To Stay

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By Megan Roche enry Delgado found out about Chester Bagel and Deli innocently enough.

“We were living in North Jersey and building a house in the area. I found Chester Bagel while buying lunch for the contractors. My family fell in love with the bagels, breakfast sandwiches, the employees and business. We would drive over 40 minutes to just come down and eat our bagels in the car. We spent many a Saturday visiting “Billy” the old owner. When we found out he was ready to sell, we were ready to eat those bagels forever!” Delgado recalls.

Chester Bagel and Deli, located at 17 West Main Street in Chester is beloved by many. It’s a hotspot for breakfast for the seniors at West Morris Central and West Morris Mendham High School, it’s a popular lunch spot for those busy businessmen and businesswomen who are on the go. Their bagels aren’t the only thing that keep their customers coming back for more.

“We feature only Boars Head deli meats,” Delgado says. “We make breakfast and lunch sandwiches and specials. We also do catering for meetings, groups, teams,

and sports events with 3-6 foot subs and giant bagels or lovely platters.”

Of course, COVID-19 has changed some things at Chester Bagel. The store is currently operating from 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM, seven days a week, but that doesn’t stop them from getting the job done.

“If someone requires something special, just let us know,” Delgado says happily.

The West Main Street bagel shop is still working hard, even with the strict COVID restrictions.

“We appreciate the support of our community. We’re still going strong despite the pandemic. A lot of customers think we are closed,” Delgado says.

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Beautiful Long Valley Farm...

continued from page 8 a stream restoration project, and a warm season grass meadow now sits where the cattle pasture was. “The fields,” says Bowers, “are now basically back to the natural resources.”

Per Bowers, there are plans to turn Long Valley Farm into a trail and education center. “None of our structures are being used.

We’re trying to preserve them the best that we can. The plan for the future is - because we have a silo, and a granary, and a com-

missary - we have a lot of the structures from when Mr. Christian owned the property. It’ll be like an education farm, where people can kind of walk around and see how people used to run farms.”

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How Healthy is Your Heart: February is American Heart Month

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Written By, Chris Bauer M.D. as the pandemic left you with some bad habits and some added pounds?

Does your New Year’s resolution involve a treadmill or an added focus on your health? Chances are you have already realized the importance having a healthy heart and its supportive health habits. Cardiovascular Disease is a term that describes any disease to the heart, its supporting vessels or peripheral veins in the body. The National Institute of Health reports that about 11% of Americans have been diagnosed with heart disease and that about 650,000 people die of heart diseases every year. The National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute have named February American Heart Month.

Coronary heart disease is any condition that can block the heart’s vessels and cause heart failure, stroke and peripheral artery disease. Heart disease is a general term that encompasses the previously stated conditions. Coronary heart disease happens when cholesterol, calcium, fat and protein (also known as atherosclerosis plaques) deposit in your arteries blocking blood flow in your heart. Atherosclerotic plaque buildup begins in childhood and worsens as we get older. If these plaques accumulate then in time, they may cause a person to have a heart attack.

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Healthy eating can be especially challenging for caregivers who often have limited time to shop and cook. Fast food, snacks and comfort meals are tempting but usually lack healthy amounts of protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals.

In addition to preventing low energy, muscle loss, illnesses and unplanned weight change, a healthy diet may help reduce the stress and fatigue that can come with caring for a loved one.

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The Morris Canal, the First “Superhighway” in New Jersey

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By Henry M. Holden he year was 1821, and our country had twenty-four states, and perhaps its first environmental crisis. The Morris Canal was built primarily to move Pennsylvania coal to New Jersey, New York and other industrial cities that had nearly depleted their environments of wood.

The twenty-four states were also separated from each other because of poor roads which left much to be desired for hauling heavy products. Hauling by wagon was expensive and slow. Continued growth and prosperity required a more sustainable means of transporting goods. Commercial businesses moved at a mule-drawn pace in wagons over inferior roads.

Before the advent of freight railroads, New Jersey’s canal system provided the only necessary means of industrial transportation in the state.

The idea for constructing a canal is credited to Morristown businessman George P. MacCulloch, who reportedly conceived the idea while visiting Lake Hopatcong.

On December 31, 1824, the New Jersey Legislature chartered the Morris Canal and Banking Company. The company issued 20,000 shares of stock at $100 a share, providing $2 million of capital for building the

canal.

The Morris Canal was 102-miles long and about 65 feet wide, and cut through six counties. “It was known as the “Mountain Climbing Canal,” said Martha Capwell-Fox, Historian and Archives for National Canal Museum. “It overcame an elevation change of 1,674 feet over the entire northern part of New Jersey using innovative inclined planes.”

The Canal ran from Phillipsburg to Jersey City. Its original power source was two mules, and travel time was five days, one way. The Canal was the “superhighway” of the early 1800’s.

On May 20, 1832, the canal officially opened. The first boat passing through the canal was the Walk-on-Water, followed by two coal-laden boats going from Phillipsburg to Newark. The canal was extended eastward to Jersey City 1836.

Not counting the Jersey City portion, the canal ran 98.62 miles and cost $2,104,413 (equivalent to $53,894,017 in 2019).

The canal boats carried coal, and iron ore. But the boats carried anything that had a market, sugar, ice and much more. Although it is said that the Morris Canal was mainly a freight canal, some boats offered passengers “Cool summer rides accompa-

Plane 9 East descended into the village of Montville and have two bridges cross over it both for Main Street (today Route 202) (Credit Canal Society NJ)

nied by a shipment of ice.”

The canal originally was built for boats of ten gross tons, but the canal was gradually widened, and larger boats could carry 70 tons.

Beginning in the 1840’s large amounts of New Jersey iron ore were shipped West on the Morris Canal to the anthracite iron furnaces of the Lehigh Valley. The canal allowed tons of coal to make the journey

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Partly because of the Civil War, the Morris Canal remained in heavy use through the 1860s. But railroads had begun to replace canal travel. In 1866, the canal’s peak year, boats hauled 889, 220 tons, and netted $616,350 profit. From 1867 onward net profits and tonnage continually slid downward unto it reached bottom in 1902 with a net of $52,076 on 27,392 tons.

With its two navigable feeders, the ascent eastward from Phillipsburg to its feeder from Lake Hopatcong was 760 ft, and the descent from there to tidewater was 914 feet. Surmounting the height difference was considered a major engineering feat of its day, accomplished using 23 locks and 23 inclined planes — essentially, short railways that carried canal boats in open cars uphill and downhill using water-powered winches. Inclined planes required less time and water than locks, although they were more expensive to build and maintain.

Today, the Morris Canal Greenway, (the old towpath) is a partnership between local communities and the Canal Society of New Jersey, is repurposing the canal’s right-ofway as a public greenway, creating new opportunities for recreation, tourism, education and economic growth. It also seeks to preserve the surviving historic remains of the canal and interpret canal sites.

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The canal was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 1, 1974, for its significance in engineering, industry, and transportation.

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Washington Township Recreation Hosting To Go Saint Patrick’s Day Luncheon

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ashington Township Recreation Department is celebrating the luck of the Irish with their Annual St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon on Wednesday, March 17, 2021.

Unfortunately because of COVID-19, our luncheon will be to-go. The delicious American-Irish Traditional Luncheon will be catered by The Valley Restaurant and can be picked up at Washington Township Senior Center, 35 East Springtown Road, Long Valley between the hours of 11:30am-

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You must be pre-registered for this luncheon, as we are unable to take walk-ins. So please promptly send your nonrefundable resident fee of $10.50 and/or $11.50 for non-residents before the deadline of March 8, 2021. All checks must be made out to “W.T. Recreation” and dropped off or mailed to “Washington Township Recreation,” 50 Rock Road, Long Valley, NJ 07853. For inquiries you are invited to call, 908.876.5941 or email recreation@wtmorris.net.

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But popping blisters is a potentially costly mistake, as the American Academy of Dermatology notes that popping blisters can lead to infection. Patience may be a person’s best ally when confronting blisters, as the AAD says most blisters will heal on

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A Valentine’s Day Story

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By Richard Mabey Jr. ach of us has within us the power and the ability to uplift another person or to bring someone down. On many levels, from the subconscious decisions we make to the conscious decisions, we enact deeds, speak words, and invoke energies that can bring joy to a person’s heart or bring a sense of shame and hurt.

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On Valentine’s Day of 1966, at the age of 12 and in the seventh grade, a dear and wonderful friend made a conscious decision to become a source of upliftment and joy to my life. So much so, that 55 years later, I am writing about that precious moment in time.

It was around the dawn of the second week in February of 1966, that I was admitted

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There were no walls between the beds. When a child was examined by a nurse or doctor, temporary dividers on wheels were sometimes used to give the child patient some degree of privacy. Visiting hours were strictly adhered to. They were from ten to twelve in the morning, from two to four in the afternoon, and then from six to eight in the evening.

I remember being lonely and missing my pals from school. I missed going to the scout hikes and campouts.

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And, Aunt Bert gave me a

Mad magazine. And, intermingled between the comic books that Mom gave me, was a card that had been mailed to me at home.

I remember looking at the envelope of this very special card. The envelope was hand-written, with a return address from Pamela Rawlings. A certain joy filled continued on page 18

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The Muddy Time

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By Elle Rave ome of us call it the muddy time. It’s the time in between the decision to divorce and when the actual divorce is made final. Whether a couple is living together or apart, this is an extremely stressful time and is full of uncertainty. Emotions are running high and the fear is so thick it gets stuck in your throat. How will there be enough money for two households? Will I have to move the children out of their childhood home? How much of the 401k do I get? Was he/she cheating?

Strategy – How much time do couples spend here? Unfortunately, the answer is it varies. The obvious goal is to spend the least amount of time here as possible. But it is a necessary period of adjustment. If you go too quickly, you may make decisions with haste and regret them. If it drags on, tension can grow, especially if one party begins to get frustrated with the pace and wants to “get on with their life.”

Trial Run – The muddy time is a good time to “try before you buy”. Start doing some research on new housing options or order a home appraisal. Take time to crunch the numbers, and then crunch them again. It takes time to review budgets and find necessary financial documents.

If you and your spouse are separated, this is a good time to work out different parenting schedules. There is no harm in following one schedule this month and trying a different one next month. What a great opportunity to see how the kids adjust and to see what works in real life as opposed to on paper.

Finances – Another big issue couples get stuck in the mud about is the finances. Financial transparency is critical during this time. When the budget must suddenly stretch across two households, things can get very messy (muddy). Communication is essential especially when spouses are living apart. The legal statute that oversees this financial time calls for status quo; in other words, normal family expenses still need to be maintained. Weekly meetings to discuss upcoming expenses can be immensely helpful, as is a team approach to tightening the belt.

Goof Faith – What does it mean and how can it help get you unstuck? Just because you have decided you want a divorce, doesn’t mean it happens with a snap of your fingers. Working together to get there is something mediation can help with and creating good faith between you and your spouse helps the process along. Good faith means you do what you say you are going to do. It means treating the other person with respect even though they drive you up a wall. Embrace an attitude of supporting each other so that you both end up ok after divorce. It also means having enough restraint not to aggravate the situation. Flaunting a new lover or purchasing a mid-lifecrisis-mobile are examples of what not to do during this time!

The Muddy Time is a time of frustration, difficult emotions, fear, and anxiety; and it can feel like it’s lasting a lifetime when you’re in it. Keep a calm head and remember that this is a temporary phase. Remember to aim for the status quo, muster as much restraint and temperance as

Valentine’s Day Story... continued from page 17 my heart when I saw Pamela’s artistic, loopy handwriting. The dots on the i’s and j’s were exaggerated, open circles. It was Pamela’s unique handwriting style.

I was kind of shy to open the card with Mom and Aunt Bert by my bedside. I think that my mother sensed my awkward feelings and encouraged me to open Pamela’s card.

Aunt Bert also encouraged me to open the card. And, so I did.

It was one of those old-fashioned cards, with flowers on the front of it. But the flowers were cut out, so that the card was not squared off in the upper right-hand corner.

I don’t know if they make greeting cards like that any more.

On the left-hand side of the inside of Pamela’s card was a little note of what was happening in school. For some reason, I still remember that Pamela wrote me that she had won second place in the spelling bee in her class. Why is it that certain things stay in our minds with indelible ink?

Pamela had signed her card, “Luv, Your Friend, Pamela.” Misspelling the word love was the trend of middle school children back in the mid 1960’s. I simply closed the card and opened my beloved sister’s box of Valentine’s candy. I offered a chocolate candy to Mom and Aunt Bert. It was kind of a sacred moment in time.

Today, my friend Pamela lives in Virginia.

From time to time, we email each other. The friendships that hail back to first grade are most special and sacred entities. They seem to have a spiritual foundation to them.

That moment of joy that Pamela Rawlings brought to my heart, mind, and soul was priceless. It brought a sense of hope, to a very lonely 12-year-old boy, that someone from his class cared enough to mail out a card.

When I went away to college, after having attended a local community college for two years, I brought Pamela’s Valentine’s Day card with me. In my struggle with learning college-level chemistry, I would often take a few moments to hold and look at Pamela’s card. It never failed to bring a sense of joy and splendor to my heart. It always gave me the fortitude to carry on with my painful studies.

To bring joy to another person’s heart or to bring hurt and anguish. That is the choice we face, nearly each and every day of our lives. Please know, none of us will ever know the far-reaching effect that one single act of kindness will have upon another person’s life.

Richard Mabey Jr. is a freelance writer. He can be reached at richardmabeyjr@hotmail. com.

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Elle Rave is a family and divorce mediator with Rave and Roulhac Mediation in Mount Olive, NJ. www.raveroulhacmediation.com, ellerave3@gmail.com.

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echnology has become such a part of the fabric of daily life that it’s easy for anyone to take their favorite gadgets and gizmos for granted. It’s only when power outages strike or batteries run out of power that people stop and realize just how vital a role technology plays in their daily lives.

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Morris Educational Foundation Welcomes New Board Of Trustees Members

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he Morris Educational Foundation (MEF), a non-profit organization enhancing excellence in education in the Morris School District, is pleased to announce the election of six new members to its Board of Trustees effective November 1, 2020. With the addition of these new members, the MEF board has 25 members in total, representing varied proficiencies and backgrounds.

The MEF is excited to continue its mission of enriching and inspiring the academic pursuits of all 5,200 students in the Morris School District with new members Caitlin Castillo, Katie Cole, Kristen Cunningham, Kathleen Kala-

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her, Chris Volinsky and Christopher Wilson.

“The wealth of knowledge and experiences that our new highly-respected members bring to the work of the MEF is invaluable,” said Hector Mislavsky, Chairperson of the Morris Educational Foundation. “We are lucky to have them on our team and excited to be able to learn from their perspectives.”

The new MEF Board members have already contributed greatly to the mission of the MEF using expertise, ingenuity and experience gained from their careers and community involvement to enhance the educational ex-

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periences of all Morris School District students.

Caitlin Castillo – Caitlin graduated from Morristown High School in 2013 and currently resides in Parsippany.

She is an active volunteer for local non-profits including Nourish NJ, The Spring Street CDC and St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Morristown. Caitlin currently works for the Mayor & Business Administration office in the Town of Morristown.

Katie Cole – Katie and her husband, Yemi, have lived in Morristown since 2008 and have three daughters in the continued on page 25

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New Board Of Trustees Members... continued from page 24 Morris School District. She has been an active volunteer in the Morris School District, serving as Home and School Association (HSA) President at Hillcrest School and Alexander Hamilton. Katie earned a BA in Education from Smith College and has taught in New York, New Jersey, and Massachusetts. After a long career in education spanning teaching, delivering professional development, and designing curriculum in public and private schools, Katie is currently Head of School for Fusion Academy in Morristown. She is deeply committed to equitable education, and the opportunities the Morris School District offers. Katie loves watching Colonial Basketball and the myriad of musical talents the district has to offer!

Kristen Cunningham – Kristen Cunningham, CPA, CFP® is the owner of Regal Tax

Advisors LLC. During her career, she has worked at both Deloitte and PwC. Kristen graduated from Rutgers College with a BS degree in Accounting and Spanish. She has her Masters of Taxation from Seton Hall University. She is a member of the NJSCPA and AICPA. Kristen currently resides in Morristown with her husband, Tom, an Executive Director at Merck & Co. and her three children, including Morristown High School (MHS) graduate, Ryan, and current MHS students Madeline and Kieran. She has served as treasurer for both the Normandy Park and Frelinghuysen HSAs and is the current treasurer for the Morristown High School HSA. Kathleen Kalaher – Kathleen has been an active volunteer in the Morris School District serving as HSA President and Secretary at Alfred Vail and Sussex Avenue schools. She currently serves as Co-Presi-

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dent of HSA President’s Council. Kathleen also serves on the Board of Directors of the Skating Club of Morris. Kathleen is a legal consultant at Citigroup and previously worked at Barclays Capital and Lehman Brothers. She attended Seton Hall Law School and Wellesley College. Kathleen and her husband Tom have lived in Morris Township since 1999 and are the parents of Elise, Cora and Tommy who are students in the Morris School District.

Chris Volinsky – Chris has been a Morristown resident for 18 years. He and his wife, Christine, have been active in the Presbyterian Church in Morristown and community organizations, Grow it Green Morristown and Morris Habitat for Humanity. Their two daughters were educated in the District from Woodland School up through MHS. Chris has a PhD in Statistics from the University of Washington, and has worked as a data scientist for AT&T for 23 years.

Christopher Wilson – Christopher Wilson is Vice President of Consultant Relations for the Caremark division of CVS Health. He joined Caremark in 2013 after

holding a similar role at Medco Health.

His career in health care benefits has also included local, regional and national sales leadership roles at United Healthcare, Prudential and Value Options. Chris earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Springfield College and a Master of Arts degree from the University of Rhode Island. He and his wife, Allison, reside in Morristown.

Visit the Morris Educational Foundation on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to stay up-to-date on news, events and programs, and the alumni and community network, Morristown Colonial Nation on Facebook.

About Morris Educational Foundation The Morris Educational Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that seeks to attract private resources to support a variety of educational programs and initiatives in support of the Morris School District.

Through effective solicitation and distribution of funds, the Morris Educational Foundation helps enable the District to continue to be the model of visionary social and educational leadership it has been since its inception. For more information, visit www.morrisedfoundation.org.

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5 Benefits of Weighted Blankets, Including Better Sleep

uality sleep is essential to good health, but daily life - the stresses of work and family, too much screen time, caffeine or alcohol - disrupts our body’s natural sleep cycle.

One tool to promote better sleep is a weighted blanket, but the benefits go beyond sleep. Here are five benefits weighted blankets provide: 1. Helps you fall asleep faster Most people know what it’s like to toss and turn at night just waiting to fall asleep. According to the National Sleep Foundation, it should take 10-20 minutes to fall asleep.

If it takes you more time than that there are steps you can take like adding a weighted blanket to your bedtime routine.

2. Helps you stay asleep longer - The CDC says adults should get between seven and nine hours of sleep each night. If you’re in need of more restful slumber, a product like a Tranquility weighted blanket and its calming pressure can help you sleep more soundly with fewer bouts of restlessness so you wake feeling more rested.

3. Enhances relaxation - Weighted blankets offer deep touch pressure, a sensory experience like a soothing hug, which works to relax the nervous system and creates a feeling of calm so you can rest more comfortably. A weighted blanket isn’t just for bedtime - it can

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“Research shows that weighted blankets can help with better relaxation and sleep, two things that are critical to overall health,” says wellness expert Jamie Hess of NYCfitfam. “It’s important to take care of yourself, both mentally and physically and I’ve found adding a Tranquility weighted blanket to my daily routine helps me reclaim my calm.”

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It improves body and brain function, and studies conducted by “Pediatrics” and the “American Journal of Clinical Nutrition” have linked seafood to reduced risks of heart disease and allergic conditions like asthma.

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While there are common complaints, such as “my kids won’t like it” or “I don’t know how to prepare it,” these tips can help make it quick, easy and affordable to add nutritious seafood to your family’s menu.

Start with shrimp. Shrimp is one of the most popular types of seafood in the United States. Try shrimp warm or cold as a snack, appetizer or main course. It’s versatile and can be sauteed, broiled, boiled, grilled or baked.

Make it fun. Consider putting healthy fish like wild cod, salmon or pollock into fun foods like tacos or burgers.

Buy frozen. Fish is now flash frozen at sea to lock in freshness. Frozen seafood meals add convenience and help cut down on waste because what you don’t use can go back in the freezer.

Cook with your kids. If your kids don’t think they like seafood, have them help with dinner. Cooking with kids can help develop healthier long-term habits and a more adventurous palate. It also helps improve motor functions and confidence.

In fact, a study published in “Pediatrics” shows getting children involved in meal preparation may increase their enjoyment of healthy foods.

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Eat at home. Eating out often can drive unhealthy eating habits and strain family budgets. Seafood is easy and convenient to make, whether you use a simple recipe like these Chipotle Shrimp Street Tacos or choose a convenient meal kit, and can help you spend more time together at the dinner table.

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5 Ways to Ensure Medication Safety During COVID-19

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uring the COVID-19 pandemic, staying healthy is top of mind. For individuals at risk for or diagnosed with COVID-19, the addition of new treatments may pose another medical danger: adverse drug events (ADEs). ADEs cause an estimated 150,000 deaths per year in the United States and 1.3 million emergency room visits, resulting in nearly 350,000 people hospitalized for further treatment.

The experts at Tabula Rasa HealthCare, a team of clinical pharmacists building solutions for personalized medication safety, recommend several actions to improve medication safety and prevent ADEs: 1. Keep an updated list of all your medications. Ask your doctor(s) for a list of all your medications and update it with overthe-counter medications to ensure you both have a complete profile. Document why you take each medicine, the dose, frequency and time of day. Always have access to it by, for example, creating a secure note in your phone for safekeeping. Also, share a copy with a loved one in case of an emergency.

2. Ask your pharmacist to review your medication regimen. Make an appoint-

ment with your pharmacist to review your medications, including prescription, non-prescription, supplements, herbals and recreational drugs. While you may see multiple health care providers, your pharmacist can provide a holistic review of your regimen. Ask questions and try to understand the purpose of each medication. Your pharmacist likely has access to technological tools that identify risk for preventable ADEs. For example, Tabula Rasa HealthCare’s MedWise is a one-ofa-kind technology solution that compares how medications interact together. Using this unique solution, pharmacists may assist you with managing your medications safer and smarter. If you are not aware if your health plan covers pharmacist visits, consider selecting a plan that does.

3. Ask about the benefits of a “pharmacogenomic” test. If you have a chronic illness and take multiple medications, ask your pharmacist for a test that identifies your personal gene make-up that can affect the way certain medications interact with each other in your body. With this data, your pharmacist can determine if your medications will work as expected, or

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5. Develop a routine for taking your medications and stick with it. Be consistent when you take your medications to avoid ADEs. Your pharmacist can provide you with a unique medication profile that outlines the time to take each of your medications for safety. Setting reminders such as an alert on your cell phone or sticky notes can help remind you to take

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5 Steps Schools Are Taking to Help Feed Children During the Pandemic

early 30 million children in the United States rely on school meals for a significant portion of their daily nutrition. Since the start of the pandemic, the number of food-insecure children has increased 20% to 1 in 4. Although many schools are operating remote or hybrid models, most are still open full-time for feeding students.

An issue-framing report by GENYOUth, a national nonprofit dedicated to creating healthier school communities, addresses what’s at stake for schools today, progress that has been made, challenges they face and key opportunities that exist. It concludes that although the role of the school building has changed this year, health-promoting schools supporting the “whole child,” including ensuring children receive proper nutrition, matter more than ever for students to live full, productive lives.

Due to COVID-19, school nutrition professionals, bus drivers and volunteers are taking measures to distribute and deliver school meals through a variety of methods that enable social distancing, including grab and go, bus stop drop off and drive-thru pick up.

Creating Extended Meal Pickup Times During the initial lockdown, many families were home and had greater flexibility to pick up meals during a narrow window of time. However, as people return to more typical work schedules, their availability to take advantage of provided meals is compressing. Some districts are expanding, even doubling, their pickup windows to provide greater access for families.

Eliminating Barriers to Providing Meals School feeding programs are typically required to collect income eligibility applications from families to determine if children are eligible for free or reduced-price meals.

Due to the pandemic, the United States Department of Agriculture is allowing schools to waive those requirements and offer free meals to every student. In addition, many school feeding sites don’t require students to be present to pick up food; parents, siblings or caregivers can collect the meals.

Raising Awareness of Options and Locations In response to crisis-level food-insecurity, GENYOUth, working with multinational software corporation SAP, engineered the SAP4Kids digital school-meal locator app

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so families in need can find food and other resources near them amid the pandemic while also providing ways for organizations to offer additional support.

Providing Multiple Meals at a Time Scheduling is also a factor, leading some schools to offer multiple meals at a time.

Whether it’s meals for a full day or enough food for several days, offering multiple meals at a single pickup time streamlines scheduling for both the school and families. In addition, it reduces points of contact, helping to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission.

Seeking Assistance and Support Federal funding continues to support school meal programs, but schools are also partnering with a wide range of organizations committed to students’ nutrition needs. One example is GENYOUth’s Emergency School Meal Delivery Fund, which

has provided thousands of schools with millions of dollars in grants and in-kind support. The fund provides monetary grants to schools to supply resources for meal distribution and delivery to help ensure children continue getting nutritious meals.

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NJStarz Janice Huff Hometown: Denville, NJ

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By Steve Sears NBC Chief Meteorologist Janice Huff’s accomplishments and accolades, among those being inducted into the New York State Broadcasters Hall of Fame in 2016 and being named in 2020 “Best Weatherperson in the World,” would fill the back and front sides of a page (a detailed bio can be found at www.nbcnewyork.com/author/ janice-huff).

Her achievements being what they are, there is especially this: the accuracy with which she delivers the weather to millions in the Metropolitan area every day, and the care she has for others, cast the most significant light on her person and career.

“I had no plans of being on television, no plans of being in New York necessarily – I mean, it’s a dream to be here, for everyone really,” Huff says. “No matter what you do, whether it’s broadcasting or any kind of career, everybody wants to come to New York. I had always thought it would be great to be able to come here, but I never really thought about it in the scheme of things.”

And when told she has been coined by this writer as the “Meteorologist who always smiles,” she laughs and says, “Oh, thank you. I try not to smile too much when there’s mayhem and destruction, but that’s rare. So, the rest of the time, yes, the weather is usually pretty good.”

Huff lives in the Shongum area of Denville with her husband and their dog, Porter. Ironically enough, the dog was featured on an NBC “New York Live” segment called, “Clear the Shelters,” and it reminded the couple of a dog they’d had that had passed away the year before. The lucky pooch now has a loving, new abode.

You may also see Huff occasionally in downtown Denville, she a big Denville Dairy fan. “Best banana splits ever,” she states.

Huff , who was born in New York City on September 1, 1960, feels she was born to love weather. It has fascinated her since she was a little girl. When she first moved to South Carolina, she lived for a period with her grandparents, and they and most of her family lived on farmland (“Trees and woods and creeks and animals,” Huff recalls). Her grandparents had in their backyard a swing-set that, every day after school, their granddaughter would enjoy while daydreaming, peering at the sky as she swung, looking specifically at the different shapes and sizes of the clouds, and she would ask herself, “How does that work? What does that cloud feel like? How does that form?” “And storms,” she adds. “Watching those clouds shift and move and morph into these ferociously, dark and dangerous skies and storms, I would wonder what made that.

How does the weather happen? My curiosity is what got me to seek out those things.”

When Huff was eight, her mother bought her a set of World Book Encyclopedias. As an only child, if she wasn’t with her friends, she was home reading books, many times her eyes in the encyclopedias. “I would pick a letter and go through it, start reading things,” she remembers. “And the one day I had the ‘M’ book was the day I discovered Meteorology.”

For young Janice, it clicked right away. However, as previously mentioned, she never really envisioned doing weather on television, but studying it from the science end of things. It’s why she chose to attend Florida State University. “They have one of the best Meteorology programs in the country,” she says.

Huff’s mom, a single mother, was her number one role model when she was growing up. “She was an independent woman, a leader and a strong person, and someone I looked up to very much,” Huff states. “She had lots of friends, she was strict, but fair. And she was my best friend. So, I couldn’t think of anybody more fitting to look up to as a role model and a mentor.”

Prior to FSU, Huff attended and graduated with honors from Eau Claire High School, where she was also a member of the National Honor Society and Secretary of the Student Council, a varsity cheerleader, and was named Miss Shamrock 1978. After graduating from Florida State University with a major in Meteorology, she in 1983 was a weekend meteorologist at WTVC, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and that same year was Columbus, Georgia’s WRBL Meteorologist and science reporter. “I just took it one job at a time and enjoyed being the best in what I do. That’s kind of how it is. Living in Columbus, Georgia – I was only in Chattanooga for six months; that was the first stop and first TV job I had – and even that six months was rewarding.” Along the way were stops at KSDK in St. Louis, Missouri, and KRON in San Francisco, California prior to returning to the Big Apple – and home – in 1995.

“It’s beyond a dream come true, really, in a lot of ways, being here,” Huff says regarding delivering the weather afternoons and evenings. “Because, as you mentioned, I have come full circle. I was born in New York City, have lived in many parts of the country, grew up in the southeast, and coming back here is like coming home. It’s kind of an out-of-body experience when I look at it that way because that was not really part of my ‘plan,’ I guess you could say. But with

plans, you usually don’t do them, because they don’t usually turn out as people expect that they will. But lots of times that’s in a great way, and it certainly was for me coming back here.”

As for the numbers of people she delivers the weather to daily, she never thinks about it. “I don’t even think about how many people are out there. The only time I ever think about it really is when someone comes up to me and says that they watch.” Oh yes, and that number includes a wellknown face and voice to many. “I met Sidney Poitier randomly at a restaurant – that was a few years back at the Sea Grill, which used to be downstairs at Rockefeller Center – and that was a random meet, and when someone like that says that they watch you, that’s when you realize where you are and what you’re doing and how many people are out there. Otherwise, I don’t even think about the number.

I just think about the job I have to do every day and that is to serve all those people, and bring them the best information, the most accurate forecast in any dire weather situation to get them out of harm’s way. That’s what I do, that’s what I’ve been doing ever since I started in weather in the National Weather Service when I was a student trainee before I went to college. It’s been since I was 17-years-old that I have worked in weather, and it’s been since I was 7-yearsold that I wanted a job in Meteorology.”

An advocate of adoption, Huff started in the late 1990s the New York Chapter of WNBC’s “Wednesday’s Child” segcontinued on page 31

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NJ Starz... continued from page 30 ment. “Wednesday’s Child’ I was a part of for a long time – almost 20 years.” The goal is to find homes and families for children in the foster care system. “We were the second site (the first was in Washington, D.C.), the second of what were ten sites across the country.” Of all the things she’s ever done in the business of television and broadcasting, “Wednesday’s Child” is probably her most important and rewarding. “Not just for me,” she says, “but for these families, because this changes lives. I mean, what I do with weather sometimes saves lives, in (that’s) terms of bad weather, severe weather, and trying to get people out of harms’ way. This (“Wednesday’s Child”) changes lives. I think that the over 300 children we’ve featured have found homes, found love and permanency. It made all the difference in their lives. I’m all about that, because I know how important family is, and how important structure is, and permanency, especially for these kids.”

Structure. Permanency. She has been that to her WNBC viewers as well. “I have been here 25 ½ years now, working on 26, and it’s still the best job I’ve ever had and the greatest place I’ve ever worked,” Huff says happily.

Janice Huff has advice for aspiring Meteorologists. “My advice is to go for it. Follow your dreams. Meteorology in particular is a science, and science is specific and uses lots of math and physics and all that stuff, but that shouldn’t be a hindrance. That shouldn’t be a wall. That shouldn’t be something that stops you. A lot of times I meet, and have met, young girls, starting out, interested in science, and they start taking math classes, and then they start to drop back, and they’re not as interested, or they think it’s

too hard. It’s kind of sad because they decide to defer their dream or go in another direction because they think they can’t do it. But you can do it. I was one of those kids growing up where I was a very good student, but math was not my favorite subject.” Indeed, Huff loved science, but not the math part. “But when I studied Meteorology, I realized I had to do well in math. It wasn’t my favorite, so I had to

work harder.”

She eventually did minor in mathematics and was able to fulfill her goals and dreams. “It takes hard work,” she says. “Anything you strive to do there’s going to be some work involved, one way or the other. You just have to buckle down, persevere, and if it’s something that you really love, don’t let anything stop you from doing it. Just go for it.”

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COPD includes two main conditions – emphysema and chronic bronchitis. It’s usually caused by cigarette smoking or breathing in other irritants, such as dusts or chemical fumes. In a small fraction of people, a genetic condition called alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) deficiency plays a role in causing COPD. More than 16 million Americans have been diagnosed with COPD, and millions more have it but don’t know it, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI).

COPD doesn’t have a cure at the moment, but if you seek advice from a health care provider and get diagnosed early, you can slow down this progressive disease. During your appointment, your provider will talk to you about your symptoms and your medical history then listen to your breathing. He or she also may recommend one or more tests to help diagnose COPD. Spirometry: A Lung Function Test

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The main test for COPD is called spirometry. During this test, a technician at your health care provider’s office will ask you to sit down and put a clip on your nose, so you can breathe only through your mouth. The technician will then ask you to put your mouth around a mouthpiece, which looks like the mouthpiece on a snorkel. It’s connected to a machine that measures how well you breathe.The technician will ask you to take in a deep breath then blow all of your air out as fast as you can. You’ll repeat that a few times. It’s painless, but it does take some effort.

Your provider will use the test results to determine how healthy your lungs are, if you have COPD and how serious it is, or if asthma or other conditions are causing your symptoms. Spirometry can also help your provider know if you have COPD before you even have symptoms, so if you’re concerned about your lung health, consider getting a spirometry test.

Ask for a lung function test if you: Are over age 40 Are or were a smoker Feel out of breath often Bring up a lot of mucus when you cough Have already been diagnosed with a lung disease Have AAT deficiency Are concerned about your lung health Another factor to consider when assessing your lung health is COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus that has spread throughout the world. Unlike COPD,

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If you have a chronic lung disease, such as COPD, and get infected with COVID-19, you are at higher risk of getting very sick. COVID-19 can affect your respiratory tract (nose, throat, lungs), and possibly lead to pneumonia and acute respiratory disease. For more information on COVID-19, visit CDC.gov.

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5 Ways to Make Your Home Eco-Friendly

n earth-friendly approach to your home isn’t just good for the environment. Making minor adjustments with sustainability in mind can enhance your enjoyment and comfort while reducing expenses related to energy consumption.

Harness the sun’s rays. There’s a reason bright rooms with plenty of natural light tend to be warmer: that light carries heat.

Although the effect is less in the winter than in the summer months due to the sun’s position in relation to the earth, those rays can help warm a room. Throw back the curtains and let the light stream in. Not only will you capture some natural warmth, a bright, airy room requires less electric light, so you’ll save on electricity, too.

Swap out cleaning products. While daily cleaners are often top of mind when considering your health and the environment, don’t overlook other types of cleaners, such Photos courtesy of Getty Images as your laundry detergent. An option like all Free Clear Pure Liquid Detergent is 99% bio-based and provides a plant-based clean. It’s hypo-allergenic, which makes it a good option for sensitive skin, and is from the makers of the No. 1 recommended detergent brand by dermatologists, allergists and pediatricians for sensitive skin. Learn more at all-laundry.com.

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Manage water usage. Many people don’t realize how much water they’re wasting at home. Consider that the Environmental Protection Agency estimates about 30% of each household’s water goes to the toilet and chances are good you’re literally flushing away that natural resource. Manage your water usage by only running full loads of dishes and laundry, eliminating leaks, reducing shower times and switching to a low-flow or other eco-friendly toilet.

Improve air quality. It may not be the first thing you think of when it comes to clean air, but your flooring plays an important role in your home’s air quality. In addition to improving ventilation and opening windows for natural air circulation, you can take other steps to naturally boost your air quality without relying on energy-dependent filtration systems. The carpet in your home can contribute to poor air quality, so be sure to vacuum frequently to minimize dust, dander and other allergens.

Simple adjustments can make a big impact on the earth and your monthly energy expenses. Start with an audit of your home so you can begin taking steps toward an eco-friendly environment. (Family Features)

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How to Welcome a New Puppy to the Family

ntroducing a new puppy to your household can bring many rewards. However, getting the hang of things can take some time, especially for first-time pet owners.

In fact, it takes the average pet owner almost four months to get into the flow with a new four-legged family member, according to a survey by Royal Canin. Eight in 10 respondents said the first year of pet ownership is the most important, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. The survey found 64% believe the first year is also the most difficult and deciding how to train a new pet was cited as the most important decision pet parents have to make.

“Bringing a puppy home is a hugely rewarding experience for pet owners, but it’s Photo courtesy of Getty Images also a time of huge challenges and steep learning curves,” said Dr. Jill Cline, pet nutritionist and site director of Royal Canin’s Pet Health and Nutrition Center. “In addition to helping your puppy adjust to its new home, you can support your puppy’s health now and always with a nutritionally complete diet tailored to its specific needs.”

Make welcoming a new puppy a rewarding experience for the whole family with these tips.

Arriving Home Your puppy may be feeling stressed by new sights, sounds, smells and the separation from its mother. Manage the noise and activity to avoid adding to this stress.

As soon as you get home, take your puppy to your yard or outside area so it can go to the bathroom. Use positive verbal reinforcement when the job is done.

Once indoors, block off a safe area and let your puppy sniff and explore on its own time.

Getting acquainted with a new place takes time and lots of exploring. Some puppies can

be overwhelmed by too much human contact, so allow your puppy to come to you.

Getting Settled Puppies like to know what to expect. Plan your routine for feeding, potty trips, exercise and grooming so you can get started on day one. If you know what routine your puppy had before adoption, it’s best to continue for consistency until your puppy is settled.

Any sudden dietary changes can cause stress or digestive problems, so for the first week or two, give your puppy the same food as its previous owner, following the feeding recommendations on the package. Nutrition tailored to specific developmental needs can help fragile, young puppies grow into strong, healthy dogs. It’s important to select a high-quality food based on age and expected adult size.

Your puppy’s eating spot should be away from where you and any other pets eat. Allow your puppy to eat in peace to prevent it from feeling nervous or protective.

Puppies tire easily and need as much as 18-20 hours of sleep per day for healthy development. A crate near where you sleep lets your puppy see and smell you but keeps it from wandering off. Put something that carries your scent in your puppy’s bed along with a blanket to snuggle into.

Remember to schedule regular veterinarian visits and gradually introduce your puppy to new experiences like sounds, car travel, walks and other animals. It’s also important to begin behavior training right away to develop good habits from the start.

If you’re interested in getting a new puppy, before making a decision on which breed best suits your family and lifestyle, you can see all 196 registered breeds during the 2021 AKC National Championship. Find more advice for welcoming a new puppy into your home at RoyalCanin.com/puppies. (Family Features)

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Get Organized for an Envy-Worthy Garage

garage may not be the focal point of your home, but it likely plays a significant role in your family’s everyday life. Keeping the garage tidy can help you get the most out of the space, no matter how you use it.

Get your garage spruced up and ready to deliver the storage and workspace you need with these tips from the organization experts at ClosetMaid.

Start by sorting. Garages tend to accumulate a lot of stuff, some of it useful and much of it not. Begin your garage clean-out by sorting your belongings into groups.

The items you no longer need can be divided further into sell, donate and trash piles. For the things you’re keeping, try to create groups of like items, which can make it easier to organize later.

Empty as much as you can. Cleaning out the garage is one of those jobs that typically gets messier before it gets cleaner. Removing as much of the contents of your garage as possible can make it easier to reach all the nooks and crannies for a more complete cleaning.

Give it a power scrub. Clean every surface to remove dust, dirt and debris. This means everything from sweeping floors and wiping down counters to brushing away cobwebs from the ceiling. If possible, use a hose to clean the floor thoroughly and remove buildup tracked in from your vehicle tires. Be thorough and use a critical eye. Don’t overlook details like light switches or the wall behind the trash can.

Make storage easy. With a clean slate, it’s the perfect time to rethink your organization and put things in place with storage units designed to stand up to the wear and tear of the environment. One option is the ProGarage line from ClosetMaid. This customizable collection of professional-quality garage and workspace storage is made of 24-gauge steel cabinetry for maximum durability. You can choose from a variety of cabinet sizes with floor mount and wall mount options, as well as worktable or tabletop. Each piece features full-length extruded aluminum handles for easy opening and closing, adjustable legs to keep cabinets level on sloped floors, caster wheels for portability and a lock and key for security.

Put things back in place. If you take the time to separate items as you sort and purge in the beginning, this last step will be quick and painless. Now that the space is clean and you have storage space ready to fill, it’s time to begin moving everything back into place. Put similar items together. Keep the things you use most often in easy reach and stash others on higher shelves.

Before you close the doors and call it a day, be sure to show everyone, including the kids, where things belong.

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wedding day is filled with symbolic tradition, from varied religious customs to the never-ending circle reflected in the rings and the types of flowers accentuating the celebration. Even with all the traditional rituals to consider, nearly every bride and groom can find ways to give their special day some unique touches that reflect their personality and love.

Music sets the mood for every wedding, and it’s an easy place to put your own spin on the celebration. Whether you forgo the traditional bridal march entirely or simply look for an arrangement that gives an updated twist to the classic version, let guests know this isn’t your average wedding by setting the festivities against a soundtrack that lets your true character shine.

The wedding party is intended to be a collection of those nearest and dearest to the bride and groom, who help ensure the day goes off without a hitch and who lead fellow revelers in celebrating the start of the new couple’s life together. That being said, there’s no reason this group must be limited to women on her side and guys on his, or even that it’s limited to humans – a beloved pooch can make for an adorable

ring-bearer, after all.

Photography is an essential element of your big day, but think beyond the images you’ll capture throughout the wedding and reception. Photos lend a personal touch, no matter what your color scheme or theme. Integrate photos of the two of you at various stages of life, together as a couple and with loved ones (perhaps even some you’re honoring in memoriam). You can display these at a table with the guest book, as part of the table centerpieces, or even on the gift table. Or take things digital and load all your images into a slide show set to music.

Make favors meaningful. Forgo more common items like bubbles and chocolate, and instead send a little of yourself home with your guests. Maybe it’s a memento from a place with special meaning to you both, or a bottle opener shaped like a bicycle to represent the way you met.

Just think about the moments and things that define you as a couple and do some searching online. You’ll probably be surprised by how quickly the options pile up.

Serve up a menu that shows guests more about your life together. Your loved ones can order basic beef or chicken anywhere. Instead, give them a glimpse into

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inter weather can pose some unique challenges to your skin, especially if you’re trying to maintain an active workout routine. Exposure to the elements while exercising outdoors can have a harsh impact on the skin. On the other hand, the humidity and constant running of heaters can also wreak havoc if the weather forces you to work out indoors.

“The winter season can be a challenge for those trying to maintain their workout regimens, especially this year when many people are staying closer to home,” said Dr. Jeanine Downie, board-certified dermatologist and Medline Remedy consultant. “An outdoor workout is a great way to get some fresh air and burn calories, but it’s also important to nourish your skin before and after you’ve completed your workout.”

Just like establishing a good winter workout routine, there are some things you can do to keep your skin in shape all winter long. Use sunscreen any time you venture outdoors and dress for whatever elements you may be facing. Be sure to remove wet clothes, which can create friction and skin irritation, immediately after

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