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by Elsie Walker hen asked where the Drakestown United Methodist Church is, some people will say Mt. Olive. They may even point to a Morris County Heritage Commission marker near the church.

Others will say that the church is part of Long Valley in Washington Township. Looking at the church’s website, its address says it is in Hackettstown. How can three towns claim one church?

The answer is one that takes in history and convenience.

The church’s pastor, Rev. John Callanan, noted that there was a “large Methodist expansion in New Jersey after the close of the Revolutionary War”. Between 1800 – 1825, 38 different congregations were founded due to the efforts of circuit riders. Circuit riders

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One Church... continued from front page Rider”, one route might be 200- 500 miles.

In 1811, the then Drakestown Methodist Church was founded. Again, it wasn’t a physical building, but a group of people. The name of the church came from the town where the people were located. The first two circuit riders to pastor the church were David Bartine and Manning Force. The latter’s family was involved in the church. Callanan noted that Bartine and the other early pastors preached at a school which is located in present day Mt. Olive. That is why some people may think the church is part of Mt. Olive, because of those roots.

In 1855, the physical Drakestown Methodist Church (later named Drakestown United Methodist Church) was built. That is the sanctuary which is still used to this day. The church’s Friendship Hall was built in the mid 1900s.

Over time, the area known as Drakestown, wasn’t a town anymore, but became part of two townships: Mt. Olive and Washington. The church is on the Washington Township side. However, a Morris County Heritage Commission Marker can be found near it.

The story behind that is one of convenience and safety. The Mt. Olive township historian, Thea Dunkle, shared the story.

“The area known as Drakestown spans an area that is both in Mt Olive Township and Washington

Township. The school and the store/post office are physically in Mt. Olive Township. The church is physically in Washington Township, just over the Mt Olive Township line,” she shared. “The reason the marker was placed at the Drakestown church was because it was the most accessible to be able to stop and read the marker.

The other sites were directly on the main road and would be hard for someone to pull over and read the marker. The Washington Township Historical Society and the Mt. Olive Township Historical Society worked together to place the one marker. We had a small dedication ceremony with refreshment in the Friendship Hall afterwards.”

As for the Hackettstown address, Callanan said it is the mailing address for the church. Hackettstown delivers its mail. Callahan speculates that, as with other locations he’s seen, it was the church’s proximity to a Hackettstown postal route which gave the church a Hackettstown address.

Reflecting on his church, Callanan noted that it reaches out beyond the local area and so can be claimed by those in many locations. The congregation comes from Hackettstown, Budd Lake, Long Valley, Stanhope and Byram. The church’s outreaches, which include a food pantry and being a meeting place for Alcoholics Anonymous and Overeaters Anonymous, touches people beyond the local vicinity.

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or some people, there comes a point when they say to themselves, “OK, its time I did something with my teeth.” Dental implants might be a solution, and full mouth dental implants or All-On-Four® might be appropriate.

Reasons for this epiphany can vary greatly, and might include: frustration with constant pain, bleeding gums, a smile that they are ashamed of, inability to chew and eat, or dentures they just can’t wear.

Dental implants can help with all of these issues. They can provide comfort, stability, increased chewing efficiency, and improved self-esteem. Overall health improvement is another result reported by people soon after implant treatment is completed.

Dental implant treatment options can vary greatly: 2 to 6 implants can be placed to stabilize a denture, individual implants can be placed to replace missing teeth, or 4 to 6 implants can be utilized to provide permanent teeth. This last option is called All-On-Four®, or full mouth dental implants. This option is appropriate when all remaining teeth require removal, but it is very important to understand this is not everyone’s situation. Oftentimes, people arrive to my office thinking this is what they require, and they are pleasantly surprised when I can present multiple options to them, and some of these options help them to keep their teeth.

In the All-On-Four® option, any remaining teeth are removed, 4 to 6 implants are placed, and teeth are attached to the implants. These 3 steps are typically performed in

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People sometimes think they are not implant candidates because of their age. This is a misconception. In fact, as a person ages, it becomes more important to be able to eat so that proper nutritional needs are met. Dentures do not provide proper biting force to chew food, plus they weaken the jaw. Implants improve chewing ability, and strengthen the jaw as compared to dentures. A person’s health is a key factor when considering implants, not age.

Who should perform dental implant procedures? Only well-qualified dentists who have had extensive training in implant dentistry. Some patients think they have to see an oral surgeon or periodontist (gum specialist). This is not true. Its not so important as to what type of dentist places them, but rather how much training and experience they have. Also, don’t forget that there is a second part to the implant once it is placed: one or more teeth have to be placed on top of the implant. If an implant is placed while ignoring this second part of the treatment, disastrous results may follow. One reason many people seek out my office is because we perform both phases of implant dentistry

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midst a global pandemic (and as we approach the colder months), it is more important now than ever to keep your immune system strong. By improving your immune system, otherwise known as your body’s own defense system, you can help to prevent unwanted illness. With the emergence of COVID-19, we have all been conditioned to wear masks, keep safe distancing and wash our hands regularly, but what else can you do to improve your immune health?

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Gene Scheer’s “American Anthem” Used as Part of Presidential Inauguration

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By Steve Sears n January 20, 2021, American songwriter, librettist, and lyricist, Gene Scheer, like many Americans was at home watching the inauguration of the 46th President of the United States.

“I was already happy that (Joe) Biden was elected, and I was watching the speech,” says Scheer, “and then he cited my song, and it just seemed to be a very, very special moment for me. Not just that it was the President of the United States, but it was someone who I believe is a decent person who really was aspiring to the message of the song. That he felt moved by it was incredibly gratifying to me.”

The song the President recited lines from is titled “American Anthem,” which Scheer wrote and published in 1998. “It wasn’t written as a commission,” Scheer says. “Most of my work is commissioned, but this is just something I was moved to write.”

Scheer’s parents were schoolteachers, and his father specialized in American History. They retired and moved to the Berkshires, owned a Bed & Breakfast, and then in their early ‘70s decided to sell it. Scheer recalls, “They had to downsize, and they had a

large library that they were giving away like a long sale, that kind of thing. And there was a book on the shelf called, Miracle in Philadelphia, which was a young adult sort of a textbook on the forming of the Constitution that my father had used to teach. I just picked it up and I read it. I went home to New York and I was just inspired, and I wrote the song; what these themes about America meant to me, and I tried to put them into a song.”

“I didn’t write it for anyone,” Scheer says humbly. “I just wrote it as a personal need to express what I was feeling about the country and such. That’s how it happened.”

Scheer, who grew up in Long Valley and attended West Morris Regional High School after his family moved from Chester, knows “American Anthem” is no stranger to the spotlight. It’s been sung at numerous events, including the 2005 inauguration of President George W. Bush. “When Denyce Graves sang it at Bush’s inauguration, I knew that that was happening. The first time she sang it was for President (Bill) Clinton and Hillary at the Smithsonian right around 1998. It was for an event. There was a public private partnership that the Clintons were establishing to raise money for the maintenance and resto-

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ration of American monuments, and at the Smithsonian, in front of the Star-Spangled Banner - the flag that flew over Fort McHenry; that was one of the things that needed to be restored and curated that the money was going to go to - Denyce sang my song. And so, President Clinton was there, and I met

President Clinton that day.”

Graves, a mezzo-soprano, and others helped the song gain additional legs as they sang it at other events, but a key moment in terms of the song’s trajectory was when Ken Burns heard Graves sing the tune. “He was coming from his father’s funeral,” Scheer recalls, “and it was being played on the NPR station. And he loved the song, he called me and introduced himself, and told me he was doing a documentary of World War II.” Burns had Norah Jones sing the song for the documentary.

Regarding President Biden referencing it in his inaugural speech, Scheer says, “It’s very gratifying that people want to sing it.

It’s sung by choirs, a lot of choirs are doing it in schools, churches, and synagogues. I find it very gratifying. There are some amateur choruses all over the country and some professionals doing it, and I think it’s wonderful.

But there’s no question that when Biden cited it, it was for me like the biggest moment of the song, one of the biggest moments in my career, certainly of my life.”

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Invisibility, Leprechauns and National Pride Tied to Wearing Green

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art of what makes celebrating St. Patrick’s Day so enjoyable is the scores of traditions surrounding the holiday.

The month of March ushers in parades, festive foods, lively music, and as much green attire as a person can handle.

As ubiquitous as it is each March, green attire has not always been symbolic of St. Patrick’s Day or Ireland. In fact, earlier depictions of St. Patrick had him royally clothed in a rich shade of blue. Some ancient Irish flags even sported the color blue. According to National Geographic, the color green became associated with St. Patrick’s Day in the 18th century, when the shamrock became a national symbol of Ireland. The color of the shamrock and Ireland’s natural landscape forever linked green to St. Patrick’s Day celebrations and the Emerald Isle.

There are reasons for donning green clothing on St. Patrick’s Day. If a person isn’t in green, he or she just may get pinched.

According to Irish folklore, leprechauns wore green, and if anyone else wore the color that individual would be invisible

to leprechauns. Leprechauns are ornery sorts who like to pinch anyone they can see. Therefore, by wearing green clothing, a person is sure to avoid a painful tweak.

It’s not only the leprechauns who might do the pinching. Celebrants are inclined to pinch people who don’t wear green as a reminder that leprechauns might sneak up on them at any time.

Beyond shamrocks and leprechauns, other people are inclined to wear green on St. Patrick’s Day as a symbol of good luck and to honor their Irish ancestry. According to Brian Witt, the cultural exhibits coordinator for Milwaukee Irish fest, Irish Americans would wear green as a reminder that they are nationalists first and foremost. The Irish flag colors are green, white and orange. The green symbolizes Irish nationalism, the orange represents the “Orangemen” of Northern Ireland, which is an Irish Protestant political society, and the white symbolizes peace.

Green is an integral color during St. Patrick’s Day celebrations and it is tied to many different traditions.

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Local Student Julie Gerber Named Candidate In U.S. Presidential Scholars Program

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ulie Gerber, a graduating senior at Morris Hills High School and Academy for Science, Math & Engineering (AMSE), has been named one of more than 4,500 candidates in the 2021 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. The candidates were selected from nearly 3.6 million students expected to graduate from U.S. high schools in the year 2021. Inclusion in the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program is one of the highest honors bestowed upon graduating high school seniors. Scholars are selected on the basis of superior academic and artistic achievements, leadership qualities, strong character and involvement in community and school activities. The U.S. Presidential Scholars Program was established in 1964 by Executive Order of the President to recognize some of our nation’s most distinguished graduating seniors for their accomplishments in many areas: academic success, leadership, and service to school and community. It was expanded in 1979 to recognize students demonstrating exceptional scholarship and talent in the visual, creative, and performing arts. In 2015, the program was expanded once again to recognize students who demonstrate ability and accomplish-

ment in career and technical fields. Annually, up to 161 U.S. Presidential Scholars are chosen from among that year’s senior class, representing excellence in education and the promise of greatness in America’s youth. If circumstances permit all Scholars are invited to Washington, DC in June for the National Recognition Program, featuring various events and enrichment activities and culminating in the presentation of the Presidential Scholars Medallion during a White House-sponsored ceremony. A distinguished panel of educators will review these submissions and select approximately 600 semifinalists in early April. The Commission on Presidential Scholars, a group of up to 32 eminent citizens appointed by the President, will select the finalists, and the U.S. Department of Education will announce the Scholars in May. If circumstances permit, scholars will be invited to Washington, DC, for several days in June to receive the Presidential Scholars Medallion at a recognition ceremony and to participate in events and activities.

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Those Guys Overcome Obstacles to Compete in Robotics Season

he Long Valley Robotics Team “Those Guys,” formed in 2015, participates in FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC), an organization focused on building a better world by engaging middle and high school students in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). In the 20192020 season, the team earned the Number 1 ranked among the North Jersey Conference.

After the 2019-2020 season, the 4 core veteran members either graduated or moved out of state, however during that season, the team picked up 4 new members who now make up the roster of the 2020-2021 team, so the current team is now considered a 2nd generation team.

Because of COVID, the face to face competitions that are typically held in High School Gymnasiums have been replaced by virtual meets, where the team utilizes a replica field and Remote Scoring to submit their scores for matches. The team has competed in 4 virtual matches, and will compete in 2 more virtual matches in March before they compete in their Championship Match in April.

Their robot has been able to achieve the most difficult tasks for this season’s competition including using Artificial Intelligence to employ deterministic tasks, picking up 4 inch rings off of the competition floor then shooting them into baskets, and picking up wobble goals and placing them outside of the competition field.

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Letter to the Editor: Sound Bytes

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By Meg Sturm o many sounds. They are everywhere.

We can’t even begin to count the sounds that we hear all around us. We are surrounded constantly by them. They interrupt everything. They come from the world around us like an unending marching band showing no sign in stopping.

The news. What is it today? Is it news on Covid? Are we hearing how many people we have lost in our country, in our world? It seems to never end. Turn the TV on every morning, walk through your kitchen and ask Alexa to play the news. How many more people lost their lives? How many people are waiting and hoping for the vaccine? Then, a commercial.

It seems to play louder than the program we were just hearing.

Good grief, why does it need to be so loud? So, what is on the commercial slate for today? Is it a commercial of lawyers, urging you call if you have been negatively affected by a medication

you have taken? Is it a commercial about how your skin is aging and what you absolutely need to do to the remedy it and by the way, do it now! You don’t have a minute to lose if you’re not going to become an old goat walking around this world actually showing people that you have been here for a while, thank the Lord.

Or perhaps, you watch and hear the commercial that seems to be 15 minutes long, you know the one, it’s about how many dogs are unloved, uncared for, suffering, starving and alone.

The news continues to crash in our ears as we listen. Trump, Biden, left, right, please make it stop, it is exhausting our souls.

We have sounds from our job, in our own house, kids complaining that life is not being fair right now. They can’t physically go to school; they can’t go out and do the fun things that they used to do. So very unfair, they’re life is so very unfair. And you hear it, your ears sting with thoughts of possibly, “you don’t know how

lucky you actually are” or you hear yourself say for the hundredth time, “things will go back to normal soon.”

Too many sounds. Way too many. But what if we took the time to step away from all those sounds and find a place, a space, to just listen to hear nothing from around us, but work on a quiet place within us. Impossible? No, it is there waiting for us.

I wake this morning with an unusual empty house. Quiet is all around. Nice. So nice. Then, that ol’ crashing wave again. I lay listing all my woes, everything on the to-do list, and everything that I can’t fix. Then I realize, that it is just more noise. Stop girl, time to just stop. So, lots of deep breathes, let me ground myself, let me hear quiet, instead of sounds. So, after much effort and several minutes, it’s happening.

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me, it sounded like this. I could hear my breathing. I could hear my aching heart thanking me for union break. Then, my mind went deeper. I could hear the blowing wind of the graveyard where my father-in-law was laid to rest in April, stupid Covid. I could hear that wind that day in my mind.

It sounds like the earth breathing, like big gulps of cold, fresh air from its ancient lungs. Thank you old wind for the calm. I hear that sound. I hear the sound of my husband’s hand rubbing my arm; his hands, finger nails and all, are scratchy, dry, weathered from work and life, and the rubbing sound on my arm that he is making is rough, and beautiful to me. I can hear the sound in my mind of music from the church I used to physically sit it, preCovid, and it is solemn, reverent, and connecting. Is that now the sound of my soul? The soul I have been carrying around since birth?

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The distant recollection of your grandfather’s voice? The incredible sound of joy when you held your baby for the first time, when the hospital room went silent in your head, and you could hear love, actually hear it, like angels singing from a new little baby in your arms. Can you hear your faith deep inside? Try, is speaking. Mine is saying, ‘you are held by something so much larger; I’ve got you, relax.

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Colorectal Cancer: Screening and Prevention

By Chris Bauer MD arch was first declared National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month by President Clinton in February of 2020. Since that time colorectal cancer advocacy, research, and awareness has increased dramatically.

Colorectal cancer is any cancerous condition that affects the large intestine or rectum. According to the American Cancer

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sound. They are treasures and gifts that we jeopardize losing is we continually let our lives be overthrown with other sounds. These sound gems are sustaining, restoring, and renewing. What an amazing practice it would be if we all could find that place, that space in each of us to hear sounds that don’t create worry and concern, but create calm, love, and peace. That the more we sit within our own quiet, the easier it will be to hear those sounds and connect to your core, your breathe, your heart. This is not an easy practice, I know. But crucial to our human experience.

So off goes the Tv this morning, off goes Alexa, off goes news radio and everything else that is life-sucking, soul-sucking, noise. For even if it is a small amount of time and space that we can find a place for this tapping into our human sounds, our heart sound, or life sounds, lets us count them as gems from deep within our own personal earth, like the sound of a gentle, quiet underground stream ever flowing for that is the true sounds of our lives.

Society, colorectal cancer is the third most common cause of cancer death in females and in men. It is the second leading cause of death. Becoming knowledgeable about colorectal cancer is essential for everyone’s wellbeing.

There are many genetic and environmental factors that can increase a person’s risk for colorectal cancer. A family medical history of Lynch syndrome or other colonic polyp syndromes does confer a significant risk for people to develop colon cancer. Many times, genetic testing and meeting with a genetic counselor can determine if a person is a carrier for these genetic cancer syndromes. Additionally, inflammatory bowel diseases such ulcerative colitis and Crohns Disease show a strong connection with colorectal cancer.

Several lifestyle factors such as smoking, alcohol use, and increased BMI all are factors that confer a higher risk of getting colorectal cancer. Increased consumption of processed meat and red meat have also been shown to increase one’s risk of getting colorectal cancer.

Just as there are many risk factors for colorectal cancer, there are also many protective factors that can assist people in lowering their risk of getting colorectal cancer. Having a healthy diet and regular physical exercise are two of the greatest preventative measures one can take to lower their risk of getting colorectal cancer. Planned walking routines as well as building more activity such as having more steps in your daily life are just some of the ways to accomplish this.

However, the mechanism is unknown as to why increased levels of aerobic physical activity causes people to have lower levels of colorectal cancer. Additionally, what we consume in our diet also plays a tremendous role in our odds of developing colorectal cancer. Personal diets that are high in

fruits and vegetables are essential in doing this. Taking fiber daily, increasing daily vitamin B6 intake, and adding calcium supplementation and dairy products in your diet also can be quite helpful.

Colorectal cancer can be treated most successfully if it is identified early. It is particularly important that the warning signs of early cancer are discussed. Screening for colorectal is essential in diagnosing asymptomatic people with cancer.

The most common symptom of this cancer is a change in bowel habits. Other common symptoms of colorectal cancers include abdominal pain, blood in the stool and unexplained iron deficient anemia. Abdominal bloating and extreme nausea and vomiting are signs of advanced disease.

Screening for colorectal cancer is a major preventative care initiative in the United States. Screening is recommended beginning at age 45 to 50 years of age depending on which guidelines are used. Additionally, if a close relative had colorectal cancer or you have had another type of cancer screening may need to be initiated earlier.

The most common way to screen for colorectal cancer is by getting a colonoscopy. A colonoscopy is when a small camera is placed in the large intestine and small colonic polyps are removed or documented for further therapy. Other screening methods include testing stool samples for blood and analyzing stool samples for different immunochemical particles that may indicate the presence of cancer. People should discuss with their physician which screening test is right for them based on their individual medical history.

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f there is a silver lining to the challenges the past year created for families, it may be the growth, availability and affordability of virtual care for medical and mental health needs. The ability to see a doctor from home, with little notice, offers a level of flexibility in accessing health care that was historically quite rare.

Virtual care, or telemedicine, can span a wide range of services to address a family’s health needs without going to a doctor’s office and provides easy access to experts and specialists via phone and video.

Plus, telemedicine services are covered by most insurance providers.

“Telemedicine is a safe and practical way to access health care for the entire family,” said Dr. Desreen N. Dudley, a clinical psychologist and behavioral health quality consultant for Teladoc. “For example, Teladoc has thousands of care providers across all 50 states that let members quickly connect with a doctor or specialist who can provide peace of mind any hour of the day or night.”

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Everyday Illnesses In the past, if your doctor’s office couldn’t get you in to help treat conditions like allergies, sinus infections or other common illnesses, urgent care was one of your few remaining options. Now, virtual care can be increasingly relied upon to conveniently address non-emergency needs and everyday illnesses in place of urgent care.

Specialty Care Even with a referral, it can take weeks or months to get an appointment with some specialists. One example is dermatology.

Instead of waiting months to be seen by a dermatologist, with a virtual provider, you can seek and receive treatment a matter of hours.

Mental Health As a result of the pandemic and related social implications, many organizations are reporting substantial upticks in requests for mental health support and anticipate telemedicine will outlive the pandemic.

In fact, phone and video visits for mental health have been shown to be as effective as in-person treatment, according to the Telemental Health Institute.

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Take Charge of Your Mental Health Between virtual school, safe playdates and working from home, lives have been interrupted in countless ways by the COVID-19 pandemic. Among those is the impact on mental health. These tips from Dudley can help make your mental health a priority.

Engage in self-care. Self-care should be prioritized along with your work or family priorities. Make time to reconnect with family and friends by phone or video chat and allow kids to do the same. Remember

asking for help, including seeking mental health counseling, is a form of self-care, too.

Change expectations. Give yourself and your family grace, embrace flexibility and let go of your pursuit of perfection. Be patient and give yourself a “timeout” when challenges arise. For example, wait to address kids’ negative behaviors until you are less frustrated and stop apologizing for things like children making noise in the background of calls.

Keep a structured routine.

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A new survey conducted by OnePoll on behalf of the The Genius of Play -- a national movement to educate parents and caregivers about play’s vital role in child development -- examined the concerns of parents with children ages 2–18. Here are some of the findings, along with tips to counteract the negative effects of quarantine: Social Skills Seven in 10 parents believe spending a year in quarantine will have a lasting effect on their child’s growth and development.

Among those parents, the top concern is that it’ll be more difficult for their child to connect with people in-person in the future (52%). Tied for second and third were concerns that it’ll be more difficult for their child to play (44%) or make friends in the future (also 44%) after being separated from their peers.

“There are numerous playtime activities that boost communication and social skills, which can be adapted to this new reality,” says Anna Yudina, senior director of marketing initiatives at The Toy Association.

During a period when travel is limited, Yudina suggests playing “International Menu” to help kids learn about the world. To play, pick a location and discuss its local dishes.

Then, give kids Play-Doh to create them.

Have kids play restaurant with their new DIY meals. Using action figures and toys, try other roleplay games that encourage interaction and communication skills that kids may not have practiced for awhile. Classic board games with questions and answers – like Guess Who? – can also help kids build and retain their social skills.

Loneliness Four in 10 parents worry about their child’s mental health as a result of the pandemic. What’s more, 72% of respondents say they believe that during 2020 their child was lonelier than ever before. That’s a feeling extending to parents themselves -- 58% said they, too, were lonelier than ever.

“Whether building a furniture fort, solving a puzzle or using a science kit, collaborative play gives us an opportunity to connect and combat loneliness while keeping children happy and entertained,” says Yudina.

“Playing together also offers parents insights into their child’s world and what may be causing their stress and anxiety.”

An arts and crafts session presents an opportunity to connect with friends and family who your child may be missing. Break out the paper, stickers, markers, and safety scissors to create cards to send to loved ones.

Be sure to organize virtual playdates, too.

The latest apps are making it easier for kids to read, draw, act out plays, and watch movies virtually with friends.

The Bright Side Despite its difficulties, parents indicated that this period has had silver linings.

When asked what positives have resulted from spending more time at home over the past year, the top response was being able to spend more time playing with their child (46%).

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By Richard Mabey Jr. n the Summer of 1905, Catherine Cavanaugh, a saddened widow with a six-year-old daughter, Bertha, left Cork County Ireland to come to America. At age 27, Catherine was pretty much alone in the world. Both of her parents had passed away. She had no aunts and uncles in Ireland. But, her mother’s sister, Shannon, lived in America with Shannon’s husband, Patrick McNulty.

What calls thy heart to leave hearth and home? What stirs thy veins to dream of finding a new start in life? For my great grandmother, Catherine Cavanaugh, the call came in the form of a series of letters from her Aunt Shannon, who lived in the Delawanna section of Clifton, New Jersey.

We think of bravery as the heart of the soldier, walking in the front line, charging across the field of Gettysburg. Or, the astronaut aboard a rocket headed for the far reaches of space. Or, our nation’s founding fathers, standing tall and proud for liberty. Yet, there lies in heart, a kind of quiet and tranquil and steadfast bravery. The immense courage of the immigrant who left hearth and home of their country, knowing that

they would never return, to come to this place of promise, they only knew as America.

Such was the heart-felt bravery of my dear great grandmother as she boarded ship, holding her daughter in one hand and her two steerage class tickets in her other hand. One single trunk, was all Catherine Cavanaugh had to bring all the earthly possessions of herself and her young daughter.

The steerage class was the lowest living quarters for a passenger crossing the vast Atlantic. It was the lowest deck of the ship, where the cargo was stored. The food for steerage class passengers was horrible. And, drinking water was not plentiful. Steerage class accommodations were usually terribly overcrowded. But for my great grandmother, one thing kept her strong as she crossed the Atlantic with her little daughter, my grandmother. And, that one thing was the hope of a better life.

Aunt Shannon wrote her niece, Catherine, many letters of the many factory jobs in Clifton and Paterson. This place called New Jersey, offered new hope for Catherine.

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‘Adjust the Procedure’

Robert Massimi Member Dramatists Guild and The Drama League. any of the current virtual plays being produced are thrown together and seem willy nilly, however, “ Adjust the Procedure” was written for and directed for virtual theater. In its efforts, Jake Shore makes better work of it than the virtual as usual style I have seen so far. Set on a university campus somewhere in lower Manhattan, New York (the play mentions Chamber Street); there are four characters, all of whom are affiliated with the university. These four characters have different personalities which adds to the many different positions that they take. The play is set in Zoom meetings with sometimes two characters, other times three actors and for a brief period, with all four being on the call. The crux of the play shows us the inner workings of a university; how universities are a very big business. With the COVID pandemic, we see four different points of view as how to deal with the many problems this pandemic has caused.

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who is hoping to get tenured. As a former adjunct professor, Kyle is bitter about the academia and the way some teachers are treated. Kyle has a deep understanding of the system, yet he is always bucking with that very system that employs him. After losing a student to an apparent suicide, and even more students to deportation, Kyle is perturbed at both his school and the people that run it. It seems that the Health and Wellness Center at the school has been outsourced and this has caused many problems with the student body, yet it saves the university money by doing it.

Jake Shore who wrote and directed this play brings forth many of the problems people feel during this crisis; some people blame the politicians; others blame the boredom of everyday life under the pandemic. Shore banters about these issues through the eyes of not only the four characters but by their different points of view.

For the most part the characters are not known for being liberal nor conservative but by being pro university or not being so. While we get the impression that the continued on page 21

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continued from page 20 Dean, Frank (Ed Altman) is more conservative than Kyle, the politics are never front and center in this play.

In the era of virtual theater, “Adjust the Procedure” is a decent play. Not without its flaws, (the story can be slow at times and the actors being remote are limited in their movements), Jake Shore does a better job writing the play than directing it. While

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Frank is more animated, he still struggles to be believable; Nicholas Miles Newton’s, (Ben) less is more character works better here. While it is difficult to project a true acting style on virtual theater, Megan Moses delivers a direct yet mysterious tone too her role. While “Adjust the Procedure” has some flaws, it is the best virtual piece I have seen so far.

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ostering kittens and cats has risen in popularity during these unprecedented times, and many pet lovers are becoming fosters to help overcrowded animal shelters. Fostering a kitten can be a fun and exciting time, but it may also come with a learning curve.

Among the 43% of respondents to a Royal Canin survey, who have fostered a pet, 6 in 10 have “foster failed” and permanently adopted the pet they were fostering.

Most pet owners who responded also agree the first year of pet ownership is the most important, but 64% believe it is the most difficult, as well.

Whether you’re fostering or adopting a kitten, learn how to give your kitten proper care during her first weeks and months with you with this advice from the experts at Royal Canin.

Photo courtesy of Getty Images Arriving Home The new sights, sounds and smells in your home, and the separation from her mother, may make your kitten feel stressed. Keeping the environment calm and quiet can ease the transition.

When you arrive home, put the cat carrier in the room you’ve prepared for the kitten with the kitten still inside, allowing her to get acclimated before opening the door. Then allow the kitten to explore a closed-off area. Resist the urge to cuddle your kitten right away.

As your kitten gains confidence in its new surroundings, she will want to explore more.

Make sure the environment is prepared with electrical wires and outlets covered; windows, balconies and stairs secured; and small or sharp objects put away so she can safely explore with your supervision. If there are possible hazards, a designated room with windows and plenty of social contact for the first few weeks may be better.

Creating a Safe Place Kittens can tire easily. After a little exploration time, give your kitten access to a bed in a

cozy, quiet place with access to water, food and a litter box. Turning out the light helps establish sleep patterns, but on the first night you might want to leave a night light on to help with the adjustment.

Provide somewhere quiet to eat. This should be somewhere your kitten feels secure, away from where you and any other pets eat. Cats don’t like to eat too near their litter boxes and should always have fresh water available.

As kittens grow rapidly, their digestive and immune systems develop slowly and they have specific nutritional needs that are different from adult cats. Any sudden changes in your kitten’s diet can cause digestive trouble, so for the first few days, keep the same feeding routine as the previous caretaker. You can slowly switch to a different routine, if you choose, and transition to kitten food suitable for the appropriate growth stage. For example, Royal Canin Kitten formulas are tailor-made with optimal vitamins and minerals to support healthy development.

Ongoing Care Your kitten should see a veterinarian as soon as possible. In addition to a general health check, your vet can help you create a vaccination schedule and give advice on deworming, nutrition and more. Always use a carrier to transport your kitten safely while in the car and into the vet’s office.

Gradually introducing your kitten to new experiences can help with socialization. New sounds can startle a kitten, so be ready to offer plenty of reassurance. You may also need to introduce new terrain like stairs or unfamiliar surfaces. Gentle play and careful handling can help your kitten become more comfortable with being touched.

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Centenary University Student Writers Published in Professional Media Outlets

wo Centenary University students recently had articles published in professional media outlets, a testament to the University’s strong emphasis on writing within Centenary’s core curriculum and beyond. The students—sophomore Michaela Thiessen of Augusta, N.J., and junior Haylie Kerstetter of Coatsville, Penn.—both said Centenary’s core curriculum prepared them to accept invitations to write for the USA Field Hockey website and The Plaid Horse and Horse Nation, respectively.

“The ability to communicate, verbally and in writing, is critical to success in every career,” said Amy D’Olivo, Ph.D., vice president for academic affairs at Centenary. In addition to incorporating writing within Centenary’s core curriculum and in major fields of study, the University now offers a Bachelor of Arts in Writing to prepare graduates for careers in journalism, public relations, marketing, and other fields that require effective communication skills. “Our core curriculum is rooted in the humanities, emphasizing practical skills that are sought-after by employers.”

A high school field hockey player, Thiessen chose to attend Centenary after the University re-instated its field hockey program.

Once enrolled, she decided to major in film studies, with minors in dance and theatre.

Thanks to Centenary’s extensive core curriculum, which emphasizes communication

skills, Thiessen has formed strong bonds with several of the University’s English and writing professors, as well as those in her major field of study.

When USA Field Hockey sought a Centenary player to write about experiences with a first-year program, Thiessen jumped at the invitation. “First, I was excited. Then, I became a little nervous,” recalled Thiessen, adding that Centenary faculty have encouraged her to pursue several internship opportunities. “My professors are phenomenal.

They’ve taught me that if you have talent, you can accomplish things you didn’t think you were qualified to do.”

Thiessen’s piece for US Field Hockey discusses what it’s like to be a student-athlete in a fledgling varsity program. A first-year leader at Centenary, she also plays on the lacrosse team and participates in Centenary Stage Company productions—on-stage and backstage, as well as working in the theatre box office and filming and editing the company’s productions. Read her US Field Hockey story.

Co-captain of Centenary’s hunter/jumper team and a member of the University’s IHSA team, Kerstetter is majoring in Equine Studies: Communications for the Equine Industry, with a minor in social media marketing.

In September, she began an internship handling social media posts for clients at Meraki

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Morris County Vocational School District and County College of Morris

he Morris County Vocational School District, in partnership with County College of Morris (CCM), offers a new share time program, Criminal Justice, for Morris County high school students. The program is for students interested in law, public safety, corrections, and security.

Students will learn through college-level work and hands-on activities. “We are thrilled to offer a new program for high school students who are interested in pursuing careers in criminal justice and public safety. We know many high school students will be excited to get a jump start in earning college credits in this subject area”, said Shari Castelli, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction at Morris County Vocational School District.

Coursework will include Intro to Public Safety Careers, Criminology, Intro to Policing, Intro to Emergency Management, Juvenile Delinquency, Criminal Law and Procedure, Forensic Science, and Cultural Diversity. Castelli also stated the program would include strong private and public-sector program partners who offer workbased learning experiences through industry partnerships.

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The district’s share time programs provide half-day specialized career and technical education training as part of a student’s junior and senior year high school program.

The programs prepare students for career-related employment and post-secondary placement.

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Randolph Woman Encourages Early Childhood Vision Care Awareness

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By Steve Sears atherine Gardner, a senior at the Morris County School of Technology, has her heart in the right place.

She’s seeking to become a Gold Award Girl Scout, the highest attainable honor from the honorable group, but you know by speaking with her that the cause she’s focused on is really the most important thing of all. She’s trying to help get a bill passed that would mandate vision screenings for youngsters before they go into preschool and encourages parents to be cognizant of the need to do so.

The cause is one Gardner is familiar with.

She has been blind in her right eye since birth. “When I was about six years old, it was around the time where a lot of kids were getting glasses,” she says. “I’m not sure how exactly I did this or how I got the idea to do this, but I covered my left eye, and realized I couldn’t see out of my right eye. And I said to my mom, ‘Mommy, I can’t see so well. I see peach.’”

After Gardner’s school nurse also discovered the young girl couldn’t see, an appointment was made with various optometrists, and then a glaucoma specialist, Dr. Steven Kane, who diagnosed her with pediatric congenital glaucoma. After several surgeries, she was still able to see out of her left eye, but unfortunately not her right eye.

As part of Gardner’s quest of prevention of vision loss in young children, Dr. Danielle Gaeta and Dr. Heema Patel of Advanced Eyecare Associates in Ledgewood, New Jersey, will provide a no-cost eye assessment clinic for babies 6-12 months old on Friday, March 19, 2021, from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Parents should call (973) 584-2020 to make an appointment. If all available appointments are filled, an additional event will be considered.

Gardner, who as a Girl Scout earned her Bronze Award in elementary school and Silver Award in middle school, encourages parents to take advantage of the gracious Advanced Eyecare Associates offer. “Parents with young children - they take their kids to the pediatrician and the dentist, but they forget the eye doctor. And it’s something that’s needed,” Gardner says.

Regarding the Gold Award, the following is gleaned from the Girls Scouts of the USA website: Gold Award Girl Scouts are the dreamers and the doers who take “make the world a better place” to the next level. The Girl Scout Gold Award is the mark of the truly remarkable—proof that not only can she make a difference, but that she already has.

Seniors and Ambassadors who earn the Gold Award tackle issues that are dear to them and drive lasting change in their communities and beyond. Think of the Gold Award as a key that can open doors to schol-

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“I will always be an advocate for this,” says Gardner of an early-in-life vision eyecare visit. “Even after finishing my project.

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“Katherine’s biggest focus here – her ‘vision,’ so to speak – is to have all children’s eyes checked, at least before pre-school. At least one eye exam by a doctor. The focus should be on awareness,” says Karen Gardner, her mom. She then continues. “She (Katherine) is remarkable. She pursues life like anyone else, is eager to take on differ-

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Chimichurri Chickpea Salad Total time: 15 minutes Servings: 4 1 cup fresh cilantro 2/3 cup fresh parsley 2 tablespoons dried oregano 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 2/3 cup olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 can (14 1/2 ounces) chickpeas, drained 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1 bag Fresh Express Baby Kale Mix 1 cup NatureSweet Cherubs Tomatoes, diced 1 medium avocado, diced 4tablespoons Litehouse Avocado Ranch

Dressing In food processor, combine cilantro, parsley, oregano, garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper. Pulse until sauce is smooth.

Place chimichurri sauce in small bowl with chickpeas and crushed red pepper flakes; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight, if possible.

Divide kale, tomatoes and avocado between four bowls. Top each bowl evenly with marinated chickpeas. Drizzle with avocado ranch dressing and serve.

Cobb Salad Total time: 20 minutes Servings: 4 3-4 eggs 1/4 pound bacon 1 bag Fresh Express Sweet Butter Lettuce 1 pound grilled chicken 1 cup NatureSweet Cherubs Tomatoes, halved 1 ripe avocado, sliced 1/4 cup blue cheese 1/4 cup Litehouse Homestyle Ranch Dressing Bring pot of water to boil. Use slotted spoon to place eggs in water. Boil 10 minutes then transfer to ice bath to stop cooking process. Peel eggs and slice.

Heat skillet over medium heat. Dice bacon and add to pan. Saute until bacon is crispy and fat is rendered, about 7 minutes. Remove from pan with slotted spoon.

To assemble salad, start with bed of lettuce. Top with hard-boiled eggs, grilled chicken, tomatoes, avocado, bacon and blue cheese; toss in ranch dressing. (Family Features)

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Morris County Clerk Ann F. Grossi, Esq. Presents The 2021 Morris County Manual Cover Contest Awards Ceremony

orris County Clerk Ann F. Grossi, Esq. presents the 2021 Morris County Manual Cover Contest Award Ceremony. County Clerk Grossi states, “We would like to thank all of the students, teachers and judges that participated in this year’s cover contest. We are happy to present our top three winners and look forward to hosting the 2022 Manual Cover Contest as well.”

First Place, Conner Everett, Morris Catholic High School: $500 Scholarship Second Place, Ariana Eschrich, Morris Hills High School: $200 Scholarship Third Place, Alessandra Dotzman, Morris Catholic High School: $100 Scholarship The Morris County Manual is published annually by the Office of the Morris County Clerk and is used extensively as a resource by government officials and county residents.

Our earliest records indicate that the manual was established by the Morris County Clerk’s Office in 1906. Each year the Morris County Clerk’s Office hosts a competition where Morris County high school students can submit their artwork for judging. This year we received hundreds of submissions from high schools throughout the county. The top three winners pictures and artworks will also appear on the back cover of this year’s manual.

These awards are offered to participants in order to encourage students to peruse their dreams. We hope the competition allows high school students to express themselves artistically and encourage a creative mindset.

Please be sure to follow our social media accounts in order to receive information on how to participate in next year’s cover contest.

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3 Pandemic Travel Trends That May Stick Around

OVID-19 has challenged families in different ways, and many had to cancel or reschedule trips during the pandemic due to travel restrictions, which meant missing out on quality time with loved ones and the mental health and selfcare benefits of going on vacation.

Although 61% of families had a trip canceled due to the pandemic in 2020, travel is still top of mind as 82% of families already have travel plans in mind for 2021, according to the 2021 Vrbo Trend Report. The report, which includes vacation rental marketplace data as well as survey data from family travelers, also revealed some travel habits that arose during the pandemic are likely to remain popular this year.

“Let’s face it, the pandemic makes it tough to predict what travel will look like in 2021,” said Melanie Fish, Vrbo’s travel expert. “That’s why we combined search and demand trends with a first-of-its-kind traveler survey of U.S. families. The combination gives us the most accurate picture possible of the plans families are making.”

Consider these pandemic-era trends as you make your vacation plans moving forward: Staying in the Driver’s Seat With travel restrictions and social distancing guidelines in place throughout much of 2020, many families opted to avoid flying

and visiting crowded places by instead jumping in the car to hit the open road. This trend is likely to continue in 2021 with 59% of families saying they are more likely to drive instead of fly on their next trip. A change of scenery can be refreshing and motivating after staring at the same four walls in your home, so consider taking a road trip and exploring a new destination, even if it’s just down the road from home.

Mixing Work and Play Many people were forced to adapt to working from home or facilitating e-learning for their children due to COVID-19.

While turning homes into makeshift offices or classrooms wasn’t an easy task for many families, the schedule flexibility provided by the remote setup allowed for the rise of the “flexcation” – mixing vacation time with virtual work and school. In fact, 1 in 3 families surveyed said they were able to travel because they were working from home, and 52% of those who took a flexcation during the pandemic found the experience refreshing with 67% saying they would do it again.

Another benefit of flexcations is experiencing amenities you may not have access to at home. Consider some of Vrbo’s most sought-after amenities and vacation spots when planning your next getaway: Splash in the sun in Cape Coral, Florida where 92% of vacation rentals have pools.

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Cook over an open fire in Sevierville, Tennessee, where barbecue grills are included at 87% of vacation homes.

Cozy up by the fire with a book and some hot chocolate in Steamboat Springs, Colorado where fireplaces are an amenity offered in 87% of vacation rentals.

Seeking Wide Open Spaces Many travelers gravitate toward vacationing in peaceful and picturesque destinations,

and the open sky, fresh air and scenic views may be even more appealing amid the pandemic. According to the report, 61% of U.S. families said they are more likely to visit an outdoorsy destination than an urban one and 54% are more likely to head to a national park than an amusement park.

Find more ideas for planning your next vacation – or flexcation – along with the full Trend Report at vrbo.com. (Family Features)

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utgers Scarlet Knights football play-by-play man, Chris Carlin, remembers that morning commute to work.

“My wife (Sheryl Spain, who works part-time for the university’s athletic department) knew about it. We just happened to drive by, and she pulls over for a second. We pulled into a parking lot and I was like, ‘What’s going on?’ And she’s like, ‘I’ve just got to check my phone.’ And then she pointed, and I saw the billboard. It was pretty cool.”

The billboard to which Carlin refers was on Route 1, and on it Rutgers University congratulated Carlin for being named for the second time as “Sportscaster of the Year” by the National Sports Media Association. “Rutgers has been amazing,” says Carlin of the school for whom he has worked since late 2000.

“I was completely blown away by it (the billboard).”

Carlin, who also currently hosts “Carlin” weeknights from 7 – 10 p.m. on ESPN Radio locally, and does weekend shows for the national network as well, says the award – which he

first won in 2016 – is for the Garden State. “I’m a New Jersey guy through and through, and it means the world that I can kind of represent our state. I can’t really put into words what it means to win. It’s a fantastic honor, and I just love the fact that it’s representing New Jersey. Because I’m always one of those guys that - you know, our state gets smacked around a lot. It bugs me to no end, so that makes it particularly proud.”

“And really, more than anything,” he adds, “to represent Rutgers is an incredible honor for me.”

Carlin started as a sideline reporter for Rutgers, and officially moved up into the broadcast booth in 2004. It was a key period: Rutgers football was on the rise. “Greg (Schiano) hired me when he got there, along with Tom McCarthy and Tim Pernetti to do the radio gigs,” recalls Carlin. “You know those first few years it had been rough. But you saw in this guy (Schiano) just an unwavering belief in the ability to get this done.” In continued on page 35

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continued from page 34 2004, when the Rutgers football world was a little disappointed that they didn’t get to a bowl game, Schiano took the podium at the awards dinner and guaranteed a trip (to a bowl game appearance) for 2005.

The Scarlet Knights lost that guaranteed Insight Bowl to Arizona State, 45 - 40, but the best was just a year away.

Carlin, 48, was born in Morristown, but most of his childhood was spent in Chatham Township. He was the youngest of six children, and his father and mother hailed from New York City, he a doctor and she a nurse. When the couple was first married, they moved up to Massachusetts where Carlin’s father had a practice, but eventually moved down to New Jersey in 1972.

“They had five kids in six years,” says Carlin, “and then they had me eight years later. So, I was not exactly in the plans. But growing up in Chatham Township was fantastic. We were very fortunate to live there. They (his parents) picked a great place. I absolutely loved it, really.”

Hobart College in Geneva, New York, Carlin’s secondary school, wasn’t really a breeding ground for sports announcers, but

neither was Carlin one of those kids that used to watch the television and turn the volume down and announce the games.

“It’s funny,” he says. “I was a huge, huge sports fan growing up; I was a huge Mets fan. But I never really thought of it as a career. I never honestly did, and I went to Hobart thinking I was going to be a lawyer. I had two older brothers who were lawyers, and I took a poli sci class and I said, ‘Nope.

This is not going to work.’” A friend who worked at the radio station asked him if he’d be interested, and he ended up doing sideline reporting for football games, eventually becoming sports director, and hosted a talk show, too. “I just absolutely fell in love with it then. And the great thing about Hobart for me was at that time, sports broadcasting wasn’t anything that really interested anyone there. Nobody went there for it. So, as a freshman, I got to go and be on the air, learn how to do it by doing it.” Was there nervousness at that time? Absolutely.

“I didn’t know what the heck I was doing. I didn’t know how to prepare for games. But I got over the nerves relatively quickly because, again, you thought, ‘Well, nobody’s

Chris Carlin (r) with broadcast booth partner, Ray Lucas.

really listening to these games anyway.’ The only thing they cared about at Hobart was lacrosse.”

Carlin covered lacrosse and a host of other sports, including minor league baseball. “There was a team in town named the Geneva Cubs with the (Chicago) Cubs organization,” he recalls. “Geneva was the first

place that Pete Rose played professionally in 1963. I got a chance to intern for the team. So, we broadcast 15 or 20 games or something like that, and for the broadcasting I didn’t get paid for the game, and for the nights when we weren’t broadcasting, I got like 17 bucks a game which seemed like continued on page 36

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NJ Starz... continued from page 35 it was a fortune - and that was to run the hotdog stand and then the speed pitch and do all that stuff. I enjoyed it so much that the next summer, the team had moved to Williamsport, Pennsylvania, and I did it two more summers.”

His next stop behind the mic was with Bucknell University football, where he met his mentor, Bob Behler, now the voice of Boise State athletics. “Bob and I met in 1994. He was the primary broadcaster that they hired for the Williamsport team when they moved there, and I did the road games with him. I can’t say enough how much I learned from him. And we got along so well that he asked me to do color (commentary) on Bucknell football, and Bucknell’s about 30 miles away from Williamsport.” He commuted every weekend of his senior year to wherever the team was playing to provide color commentary. Behler educated Carlin, especially about game preparation. “I learned so much about everything from him.”

After graduating from Hobart, Carlin sent out exactly 100 letters and resumes for a job and didn’t get one interview. However, he did get a call from the major sports radio network, WFAN, to whom he had written for an internship.

“Obviously, I listened to it a ton,” he says. There was a problem, though. He was a college grad, and he needed to be a student again to do the internship for credit. “I called probably 30 or 40 schools in the tri state area and said, ‘Let me give you 500 bucks so I can get one credit.’ I finally found a

place, I got an internship there (at WFAN), and from there started working part-time and then for a long full-time, as a producer as an assistant producer, and was producing “Mike and the Mad Dog” for seven and a half years.”

He then did sports for Don Imus, another big stage. “Later when I got on the air, I did overnights for a short time, and then got that gig which was incredible for exposure.” Next was New York Giants preseason football games on the radio side while Bob Papa was doing television. “And that was right around when I started doing play by play for Rutgers.

I started doing sideline for Rutgers when Greg Schiano got there in late 2000 for three years.”

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights 2006 football season: for Carlin and anyone involved with or supported with the football program, it was magical. Everything came together during the 11 -2 campaign, and Carlin had a front row seat, especially for November 9, when the #3 ranked, 9 – 0 Louisville Cardinals came calling on #15 ranked, 9 – 0 Rutgers.

“You know,” says Carlin, “I get asked about times where I think like, ‘You know, do we put too much emphasis on that game?’ And the truth is we don’t, because you needed something that was going to be that symbolic moment.”

Carlin says he always felt like leading up to that game that, win or lose, the best moment of it was going to be right before kickoff. Rutgers Stadium – that same venue where, just three years earlier, Carlin claims “you could literally pick up tickets that were on the ground and walk in, and there was nobody there,” – was going insane, and that

Thursday evening was the center of the college football universe. “And right before kickoff, it was just so great to see,” he remembers. “I teared up a little bit, just seeing how nuts it was for the fans at that point.” And when Rutgers wrapped up the 28 – 25 win that night, Carlin says, “I was just trying to not screw up this incredible moment, to tell you the truth. I think every broadcaster that tells you that they don’t think about what they’re going to say is lying, but I had been thinking about it a couple of days leading up to it. ‘What’s it going to be like? It’s going to be ‘pandemonium!’ Okay, let me file that one away.” He used that exact word as the fans stormed the field. “It was just that. Seeing that that field covered was something I will never forget.”

Carlin and his wife, who celebrated their 14th wedding anniversary in January, and are right at home at Rutgers.

For Carlin, it may be a long way from Hobart College, but close to his Garden State boyhood, and he wouldn’t have it any other way. “I love what I do and I’m fortunate to get to do it for the state university. It means everything to me to be in that position.”

His ultimate dream is to be at the microphone when the Scarlet Knights bring home a national gridiron title to New Brunswick. “I do want to be on the other end of this, I do want to see the story come out on the other side. I truly can’t wait to see it.”

No doubt it will be pandemonium, Chris Carlin, and we’re thankful you’ll be saying that word again.

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6 Things to Know About GMOs

ou may have heard of “GMO” foods before, but what you may not know is the science and purpose behind them.

“GMO” is a common term used to describe foods that have been created through genetic engineering. A GMO (genetically modified organism) is a plant, animal or microorganism that has had its genetic material (DNA) changed using technology that generally involves the transfer of specific DNA from one organism to another.

Although GMO foods are widely available to consumers, there is sometimes confusion around what GMOs are and how they are used in the United States’ food supply. As part of the Feed Your Mind education initiative, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provides science-based information to help consumers better understand GMOs: Only a few types of GMO foods are sold in the United States. Soybeans, cotton, corn, alfalfa, apples, canola, papaya, potatoes, summer squash, sugar beets, pineapple and AquAdvantage salmon complete the list of GMO foods currently sold in the U.S. Only a few of these are available in the produce sections of grocery stores. Most are instead used to make ingredients that are then used in other food products like cereals and snack chips.

GMOs can help farmers grow crops that are resistant to diseases and insects. Humans have used traditional ways to modify crops and animals to suit their needs and tastes for more than 10,000 years. Genetic engineering lets scientists take a beneficial gene, like insect resistance, and transfer it into a plant. Results can include higher crop yields, less crop loss, longer storage life, better appearance, better nutrition or some combination of these traits.

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tal Protection Agency and U.S. Department of Agriculture work together to make sure GMOs are safe for human, plant and animal health. GMO foods are carefully studied before being sold to the public to make sure they are safe. Some GMO plants have even been modified to improve their nutritional value. For example, some GMO soybeans contain healthier oils, which can replace oils containing trans fat.

GMO foods are no more likely to cause allergies than non-GMOs. You will not be allergic to a GMO food unless you’re allergic to the non-GMO version of that food. For example, if you’re not allergic to foods made with nonGMO soy, you won’t be allergic to foods made with GMO soy. When developing GMOs, scientists run tests to make sure allergens aren’t

transferred from one food to another.

GMOs can reduce farmers’ use of pesticides. Some GMO plants contain plant-incorporated protectants to make them resistant to insects. This lowers farmers’ need for and use of spray pesticides.

A “bioengineered” disclosure will be on some of the foods you eat. The National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard requires bioengineered foods to be labeled by 2022 with text on the packages that reads “bioengineered food,” the bioengineered food symbol or directions for using your phone to find the disclosure. Sometimes the terms “bioengineered,” “GMO” and “genetic engineering” are used interchangeably, but labels required under the Standard use the term “bioengineered.”

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he best home upgrades not only make spaces more livable and energyefficient but are also cost-effective.

Making energy-efficient improvements is a savvy way to save money on utility bills, curb energy usage and add to the house’s value.

Consider a variety of home improvement projects, both big and small, that can reduce the financial burden of maintaining your home throughout the year and improve energy efficiency.

Add Insulation A cost-effective way to save on heating and cooling bills is adding a layer of insulation in the attic where heat loss is typically greatest due to hot air rising. While many newer homes are adequately insulated, those that are several decades old (or older) may benefit from an upgrade in not only the attic but other common problem areas where air can escape such as basements, crawl spaces, fireplaces and ductwork.

Seal Doors and Windows Windows and doors are common culprits for energy loss. While a complete replacement of doors and windows can be pricey, adding exterior caulk and weather stripping to fill in gaps where air can escape around these openings can make a noticeable difference for a fraction of the cost and make it cheaper to heat and cool your home.

Install Skylights Skylights are a cost-effective option for transforming any room in the home with natural light while also delivering energy-saving benefits. For example, Sun Tunnel Skylights from Velux can be installed in as little as 90 minutes and funnel natural light from the roof through the attic and into the room below with an aesthetic that resembles recessed lighting. Customizable with six diffuser film styles to complement interior design, the skylights can make a home more energy-efficient by reducing reliance on artificial lighting. An optional daylight controller makes it easy for homeowners to adjust natural light entering a room, and a solar nightlight provides a moon-like guiding light at night. Installed with the solar nightlight, the skylights

qualify for a 26% federal tax credit on solar property.

Add Reflective Window Film When the sun shines through windows, it can heat up the home’s interior quickly and trigger the air conditioner to turn on.

Window coverings, such as blackout curtains, can help, but adding low-e reflective window film to your windowpanes, particularly southern-facing ones, can provide an additional shield from the sun’s hot rays and reduce energy costs.

Install a Programmable Thermostat A programmable thermostat is an efficient way to control the climate inside your home, and those with smart technology take programming to a whole new level. Today’s smart thermostats not only let homeowners control temperatures from their smart devices while on-the-go but can also learn daily habits and adjust the temperature accordingly with no other manual adjustments necessary. In addition, some utility companies offer incentives like money back at the end of the year for installing a smart thermostat because the energy savings are so substantial.

Replace Appliances Because appliances like refrigerators and ovens, among others, are major energy users, investing in more efficient models provides both cost and energy savings.

Additionally, homes more than 15 years old could benefit from updates to the air conditioner or heater as systems 15-20 years old or older may be candidates for replacement as they’re inefficient by today’s standards.

Add Ceiling Fans In comparison to running your air conditioner consistently, the cost of running a ceiling fan (or several) is significantly less.

Particularly on days that may not require cooling the entire house completely, fans can provide a gentle breeze and circulate air in the spaces you use most often. Simply adjust the switch to the counterclockwise position to ensure it’s pushing air downward during warmer months.

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5 Hobbies to Keep Your Body and Mind Healthy and Happy

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s the pandemic continues to restrict many of the places you are able or inclined to go, finding ways to stay active is important for keeping the body and mind healthy and happy. Here are some ideas for new hobbies to try.

• Learn a language: Bonjour! ¡Hola!

With an array of online language classes and tutorials available at your fingertips, learning a new language is more accessible than ever. Start now while you fantasize about a post-pandemic vacation overseas.

• Play an instrument: Learning to play an instrument is not only a great distraction for the current moment, it can provide you with years of joy as your skill develops.

Consider starting your musical journey on a Casiotone keyboard. By connecting the keyboard to the free Chordana Play app, you can easily learn to play your favorite songs from downloaded MIDI files. Once you’ve mastered the instrument, the portability of the keyboard will come in handy, whether you play solo or join a band.

• Become a home chef: From sushi to soufflé to dumplings, there are likely a range of dishes you have never attempt-

ed making at home. Tackle your culinary bucket list, one-by-one.

• Go hiking: There is no better hobby for staying fit and communing with nature than hiking, which works every muscle of the body, boosts cardiovascular health and even improves mood and mental well-being. Track your hike using a wearable tech tool geared for outdoor enthusiasts, such as a watch from the Casio’s Pro Trek line.

Quad Sensor technology packs all the measurements you need into one compact hiking watch, including a compass, altitude/barometer and temperature measurements, along with an accelerometer that tracks step count. Calorie calculations use both step count and altitude information to take upgrades and downgrades into consideration, and data is recorded by the Pro Trek connected app.

• Volunteer: At a time when many people are struggling, consider volunteering your time to serve those in need. There are plenty of safe, socially distant volunteer opportunities, from delivering meals to the homebound, to video conferencing with socially isolated seniors to helping

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Overcoming the Mask

Tips for communicating through COVID-19

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58% don’t use hearing aids.

In the past, statistics have shown people waiting up to seven years before getting a hearing aid from the time of diagnosis. However, the communication challenges posed during COVID-19 are driving some to address their hearing sooner than they may have otherwise.

Help Someone Hear You Better Consider the mask you’re wearing. Clear masks provide a visual difference, helping with lip reading and facial expressions. The plastic in clear masks, however, can muffle sound too much for some. According to audiologist Dr. Shivani Patel, high-frequency hearing loss is common, making female voices difficult to hear. In this situation, research has found standard medical masks tend to transfer sound best. Try different masks to see what works for you.

Minimize background noise. Music, construction, other conversations, heaters and fans can make it challenging to communicate

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Avoid “cavernous” rooms.

An environment with mostly hard surfaces, such as a large meeting room or gymnasium, offers minimal sound dampening and can make hearing comprehension more difficult.

Maintain eye contact.

Look directly at the person you’re speaking to and speak clearly, helping him or her read some of your facial expressions. When using video conference services, look directly into the camera in a well-lit room and ensure you have clear picture quality to help with lip reading.

Be patient. Remember the increased challenges people with hearing loss are facing now. If communication becomes too challenging through a mask, have a backup plan such as pen and paper or a smartphone note-taking app.

When You’re Having Trouble Hearing Talk to your friends and family. Tell them what you’re experiencing and be clear and direct in expressing your

thoughts and feelings. Ask whether they have noticed your hearing troubles and listen to their feedback.

Describe specific instances and circumstances when your hearing is affected most. Armed with this knowledge, friends and family can help you manage various situations.

Determine a plan of action. Set an appointment to have your hearing checked by an audiologist. If you wear a hearing aid, be sure to carry extra batteries. Notice ways to adjust your environment to reduce background noise.

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“It’s a triple threat because masks reduce the loudness of the voice, muffle pronunciation and eliminate visuals like facial expressions and lip reading.”

Data shows people who can’t hear others begin to stay away from other people, and social isolation can lead to anxiety and depression. People who have trouble hearing also tend to have higher hospitalization rates and longer hospital stays, according to research published in “JAMA Otolaryngology.”

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How to Prepare Your Home for Any Emergency

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hile no one wants to dwell on worst-case scenarios, the last year has in many ways illustrated that there are no certainties in life. Preparing your home to handle a wide range of emergency scenarios will offer you peace of mind now and keep your family safe in the future.

To get prepped, start with the essentials. With sufficient fuel, water, food and other necessities, you can ride out potential emergency scenarios. Here’s how to collect and store these items safely and securely: Water The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends storing at least one gallon of water per person per day for 14 days so that in the event of an emergency that affects water supply, you’ll have enough for both drinking and sanitation.

When it comes to long-term storage though, standard plastic bottles are not ideal as they degrade over time, compromising water quality and safety. Instead, consider taking a cue from the military. Standard issue to U.S. and Canadian Armed Forces, Scepter Military Water Cans hold 5 gallons and are made from rugged, high-density polyethylene. BPAfree, they keep chemicals, odors and tastes out of your water; corrosion- and fungus-resistant, water also stays clean and safe. And because they are virtually indestructible and can withstand extreme weather conditions, they can pull double-duty and come with you on camping trips, sports expeditions and other adventures. Millions of these containers have been used around the world by U.S. Armed Forces and are now available to consumers, making them a must-have for any emergency supply kit.

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You should also be sure to select containers that exceed ASTM and CPSC minimum standards, such as the SmartControl fuel containers from Scepter, available in 1-, 2- and 5-gallon sizes. These high-density polyethylene containers feature an innovative spout design that helps save fuel when it’s needed most by eliminating messy spills. For high-capacity needs, the 14-gallon wheeled Scepter Duramax offers a safe and convenient refueling choice.

Food The CDC recommends storing at least a three-day supply of food for emergency scenarios. Be sure these are items with a very long shelf life that don’t require refrigeration or cooking. They should also meet the dietary needs of all household members. Periodically check your supply to ensure expiration dates have not passed and refresh items as needed. To avoid spoilage and odors, store food in airtight containers away from petroleum products and heat.

Of course, other important essentials should also be in your emergency kit, such as batteries, flashlights, first aid supplies and prescription medications. For a comprehensive emergency supply list, visit www.ready.gov.

Don’t wait until there’s a problem to get your ducks in a row. By that time it’s often too late, with essentials gone from store shelves. Preparing your home today can offer you peace of mind now, and comfort and safety in an emergency. (StatePoint)

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Maintaining a Sense of Normalcy While Routines Stay Disrupted

ith the roll-out of the vaccine taking place slowly, it may be awhile longer before life returns completely to normal. However, if you have been working remotely, it may be a good idea to reincorporate some of the elements of your regular routine into your schedule now.

Not only will maintaining a sense of normalcy help you to feel more productive and more like yourself again, it could also help make the transition to the workplace smoother when it does occur. Here are a few ways to go about it: • Rise and shine: Have you let your morning schedule slide into chaos during the pandemic? Now is the time to get back to your regular hours. Get to sleep each week night at your pre-pandemic bedtime and set your alarm for your regular wake hour. With no commute, you may (c) Ridofranz / iStock via Getty Images Plus. find yourself with some extra time in the morning. Use it to get organized for the day, exercise or check items off your to-do list.

• Get dressed: Dress as though you are heading into the workplace. Wear pants that don’t have an elastic waistband, do your hair and wear accessories. Regain your sense of style and feel good about how you look.

• Structure your day: When working remotely, it’s easy to feel like the workday has

no clear beginning or end. For better work-life balance, try to structure your day as you once did, setting regular business hours. Be sure to include breaks so you don’t experience burnout. And, if your weekdays once included time for socializing with colleagues, make time for it now. Set up a virtual coffee meeting, lunch or happy hour.

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uring pre-COVID times, wedding concerns like venue capacity had far more to do with budget and vision than with the health and safety of guests.

It’s a different world today, but with some careful planning you can still find ways to safely celebrate your love.

As the vows say, marriage is in good times and in bad. It may simply require some flexibility and creativity to make your dream day a reality.

Enlist help from an experienced coordinator. If you weren’t planning to use a wedding coordinator, the pandemic is a compelling reason to reconsider. Keeping track of changing mandates and how they affect gatherings, crowd sizes and more is a job in its own right. Allowing your coordinator to keep tabs on the latest recommendations, and adjust arrangements with your vendors accordingly, may save a great deal of time and frustration.

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tion affecting your decisions, to segment your list. Determine who absolutely must be present as you exchange vows then expand in increments. Your coordinator or venue contact can help you determine thresholds (e.g., 25, 50 or 100 guests) based on the guidelines in your community.

Understand expectations. Vendors are required to enforce local guidelines, so ensure you’re clear on what measures they will implement on your day. This may include everything from masks and distancing to whether you’re allowed to use a dance floor during the reception.

Keep guests informed. If you haven’t already, create a blog or send out regular updates about wedding plans to guests.

If circumstances require you to uninvite someone, be conscious of timing and give plenty of notice so travel can be canceled, if necessary. As the event approaches, be clear about expectations so guests can arrive prepared or bow out if they’re not comfortable with what you’re planning.

Make safety convenient. Providing masks, gloves and sanitizer can all go a long way to help make guests feel more secure at your event. A personalized hand sanitizer holder might even be a practical

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Forego traditions, for now. The pandemic won’t last forever, but while it’s still here, consider skipping high-contact traditions like photos that bring multiple households together or a receiving line where everyone is in close contact. One

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Make time to decompress. The past year shows that every rose comes with thorns, like working from home or legitimately needing to shop online. Managing a work-home balance may be harder than ever and late deliveries can make those online orders a real headache. Add the challenge of staying healthy, less social interaction and worries about the economy, and stress is probably a constant in many lives. That’s why it’s important to take a step back and unwind. Lock yourself away for 30 minutes of quiet time so you can let those stress endorphins settle down. Read a book, listen to music, meditate or simply be, without interruptions or demands.

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