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“Taking just this one, single photograph burned the moment into my senses forever. That’s the kind of experience I want to share with an audience – so they feel like they’re present on that stage, too,” said John Scheele about taking this photo of the crowd from the stage at the Woodstock Festival in 1969. John is currently working on an immersive virtual reality film as part of Woodstock’s 50th anniversary celebration. © 2017 John Scheele, all rights reserved. …by Delores M. Dahl
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t was an amazing experience,” recalls part-time Northwesterner John Scheele of his time at Woodstock in August of 1969.
“Just after high school, I had the opportunity to join my brother Bill, who was working for The Band on their tours, and I jumped at the chance to go on the road that summer. Along the way, I took photographs constantly!” John joined 500,000 mostly young people who gathered on Max Yasgur’s farm in upstate New York. They camped out and stood in the rain to hear Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, The Band, Jefferson Airplane, the Grateful Dead, Joan Baez and other groups. They were some of the best artists of the time and became cultural icons – many of those musicians are still performing to this day. “I remember the moment so clearly, walking out on the Woodstock Festival stage, going to the very edge to take in the size of the crowd. There was a constant drizzle – all those people pressed close together in rainbow colors with steam rising as the sun came out. “Later, I wandered out and mixed with that sea of mud-caked humanity. There was never anything like Woodstock – it was a peaceful gathering that gave everyone hope that music and a spirit of love could make a difference in the world. On that last morning it was bittersweet as we started out in The Band’s red equipment truck.
I could see Jimi Hendrix in the passenger rear view mirror – he was the last performer – playing The Star Spangled Banner in a burst of prismatic color.” Through the years, Woodstock remains more than a beloved music festival and became symbolic of an entire generation. All those young people arrived to hear music, but also to take a stand for peace and Planet Earth. There wasn’t any violence despite the crowd and improvised food and facilities – an enduring legacy for the Woodstock Generation. For Woodstock’s 50th Anniversary in 2019, John, who works as a Hollywood visual effects supervisor, is planning an immersive virtual reality film to bring those historic three days back to life using his own photos as part of the recreation. John’s plans include using the latest film technology, which is nothing new for him. It’s been a major theme in his life story, and a unique part of his career that continues with his tribute to the 1969 Woodstock Festival. John started Harvard University that fall and the next summer boarded the Festival Express – crossing Canada on a whistle-stop tour with Jerry Garcia, The Band and the great Janis Joplin. “She sat with us and told her life story – and then asked the train conductor to slow down, since none of us were in any hurry. She poured Southern Comfort for everybody to share – and Jerry offered up his own ‘private reserve’ too! It was a joyful party, with just the musicians and a few of us along to help out with the equipment.” For John, these were not only exciting times, but an opportunity to develop his skill as a photographer. Some
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of his images were included by The Band and Bob Dylan on their album covers, including Stage Fright and The Basement Tapes. Rolling Stone magazine later featured his portrait of Levon Helm, The Band’s iconic drummer and vocalist, to honor his passing in 2012. At Harvard, John had no inkling he’d wind up in Visual Effects. “That was not yet a career path in the 1960s.” But everything he learned moved him in that direction. His undergraduate degree was in Visual and Environmental Studies, and he later received a Master’s degree in Film & Video from California Institute of the Arts. John’s parents had provided a home where art and nature were vital parts of daily life. “My parents were both superb artists and champions for the natural world. Although I could draw and paint at a certain level of skill, I had a better eye for camerawork and wanted to
head off in a different direction from my parents. “My father, William E. Scheele, was the long-time Director of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. He helped set aside sensitive natural areas like Ice Age bogs and forests during those years. I met Rachel Carson and Justice William O. Douglas when they spoke on wildlife and conservation at museum events. Later, my father became head of the World Wildlife Fund and traveled to Sweden to expand that work.” John’s parents taught their three sons respect for the natural world, its past and present, and its connection to the future. It was a daily lesson and created a reverence for nature that continues to inspire John. “My mother, Joann S. Scheele, was an editor and writer. For many years, she put together the Museum’s magazine, The Explorer, which continued on page 22
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If You’re Not in the Obit, Eat Breakfast “Every morning before having breakfast, I pick up my newspaper, get the obituary section, and see if I’m listed,” says comedy legend Carl Reiner. “If I’m not, I’ll have (l-r) Dick Van Dyke, Carl Reiner, Mel Brooks and Norman Lear my breakfast.” Alan Bergman, 90. The 95-year-old wonders why some of On a recent CBS Sunday Morning his friends died years ago, while others program, Carl Reiner, Dick Van Dyke are still thriving, asking, “Was it luck, genes, modern medicine or are we doing and Norman Lear gathered to discuss the new project with CBS correspondent something right?” If You’re Not in the Obit, Eat Breakfast Tracy Smith. They said there is is a new HBO documentary that opened something about turning 90. They are older, sure. They just don’t think old! in June. It celebrates the art of enjoying “I know I can get applause just life after age 90, aided by a good dose standing up,” said Lear. “I can walk of humor. Reiner’s nephew, George across the room, and get a standing Shapiro (of Seinfeld), produces and ovation!” Danny Gold directs. Van Dyke added, “People are more In the heartwarming documentary, afraid of aging than they are death these Reiner tracks down such celebrated nonagenarians and centenarians as Mel days. And we need to tell them there’s a Brooks, 90, Dick Van Dyke, 91, Norman lotta good livin’ to do!” CBS’s Tracy Smith asked the trio: “If Lear, 94 and Betty White, 95, who you could boil it down to one thing, to show that the later years can truly be what do you owe your long life?” the happiest and most rewarding. The “I think attitude has an awful lot to film’s opening title song, The Best Is Yet to Come, is performed by Tony Bennett, do with it,” Van Dyke said. “Most of us are kind of easy-going. I think stress eats 90, and the original song, Just Getting you up, really, your body and your mind.” Started, is co-written and performed by
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“I always say I married the right woman,” said Reiner. “How does that explain me? ‘Cause I didn’t marry her,” Lear said. “But you married another person…” “Several!” replied Lear . They all say laughter is important, and also a little workout. And finding something you love to do, and doing it. That advice is something they all seem to live by. More than five decades after Mary Poppins” Dick Van Dyke will be in the 2018 sequel, Mary Poppins Returns. Back in 1975, Norman Lear developed the sitcom One Day at a Time for CBS. Now he is executive producer of a new version for Netflix. Carl Reiner continues to write. His latest title says it all: Too Busy to Die. Kidding aside, said Tracy Smith, if there is any real secret to a long and happy life, it may be to just keep looking ahead. ❖
More Information Others featured in the documentary include comic book writer and publisher Stan Lee, the former president of Marvel, who’s still writing, producing and making cameo appearances in hit films at 94; Patricia Morison, 101, an actress and singer, and fashion icon Iris Apfel, 95. Actor Kirk Douglas, 100, chats with Reiner about the stroke that left him unable to speak and the subsequent one-man show he undertook, with his wife’s encouragement, to prove he could still function. Also interviewed are Harriette Thompson, 93, the oldest woman to run and finish a marathon, Ida Keeling, 101, a track and field athlete, who works out for an hour every day, 98-year-old yoga teacher, Tao PorchonLynch, who marched with Gandhi and recently took up tango, and Jim “Pee Wee” Martin, 95, who fought in D-Day and still parachutes. Admirers from the younger set featured in the documentary include comedian Jerry Seinfeld, who’s already reserved the stage at Caesars Palace for his 100th birthday show; longevity expert Dan Buettner and Van Dyke’s muchyounger wife, Arlene, who’s got all she can handle keeping up with her exuberant husband on the dance floor.
Out & About
Silver Screen Classics …by Leslie Holleran
Gloria Swanson in Sunset Boulevard
What do the movies Top Hat, Mrs. Miniver and Sunset Boulevard all have in common? The answer is not a famous actor or an obscure cinematographer. Instead, these films, which are part of a 127,000-title film and video collection, have all recently been shown to Seattle seniors at local community and senior centers through The Scarecrow Project’s Silver Screenings program. With Silver Screenings, Scarecrow, an iconic Seattle video store, is bringing its movies out of the archive and into the community as part of becoming a nonprofit organization. “At The Scarecrow Project, we believe that having a wonderful collection of the world’s greatest films means nothing if we can’t share it,” states the organization’s literature. “The types of film that we tend to show are Golden Age Hollywood classics. Each screening is introduced by one of our movie experts.” I took in The Scarecrow Project’s June showing of Sunset Boulevard at the Wallingford Senior Center. A group gathered, as it does every second Wednesday of the month, to see this famous 1950 film directed by Billy Wilder. Rhias Hall from The Scarecrow Project, who runs Silver Screenings, gave a short introduction, mentioning the other films that Sunset Boulevard was competing with for Oscars that year. Sunset Boulevard didn’t win for ‘Best Picture,’ though it did take home three other awards. All About Eve won ‘Best Picture’ that year. Hall mentioned to me that the continued on page 23
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through RSVP. At times, volunteering and being part of RSVP may seem bigger than the both of them. Says Sandy: “Giving back is important to me. I am so glad be part of a group that encourages this, while also meeting new friends and volunteers, such as Lillian.” Lillian chimed in that RSVP means “Opportunities and opening of doors to friendship, and meeting my good friend, Sandy. It is spreading the word to others of the rewards of volunteering and helping the community in the process. It keeps me alive, sharp and healthy.” It is evident that this is what Lil loves to do. Sandy may have summed it up best: “If everyone volunteered, showing kindness and love around the world, wouldn’t that be a great step to world peace?” Yes, indeed it would. ❖ If you would like to find a great volunteer job contact RSVP (Retired & Senior Volunteer Program) of King County at 206-694-6786 or janh@solid-ground.org.
Inspire Positive Aging Awards Sound Generations celebrated the 12th Annual Inspire Positive Aging Awards by recognizing 56 inspirational older adults from diverse communities throughout King County. Seven award recipients were acknowledged for their exceptional contributions: • Barbara Peete, 75, received this year’s ‘Community Service’ award. Among other contributions, she manages the Bid Whist program at Central Area Senior Center. Every week, more than seventy people come from all over King, Pierce and Snohomish counties to play the card game and enjoy the potluck and music. She is respected by all, and when the center needs someone to represent them, members always select her to be their spokesperson. • Feanette Black Bear, 64, was honored with the ‘Advocacy + Activism’ award. Feanette inspires others through her strength, resilience and advocacy on behalf of indigenous communities. A Lakota elder, she has been involved with the movement to support the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe and the water protectors in North Dakota, among other causes. She is fluent in the Lakota language and is often honored to share a prayer at gatherings. Her wisdom is a gift to younger generations, and her love for her community and her bravery are unfailing. • Michael Neguse, 61, received the ‘Health + Wellness’ award. Michael is devoted to helping those who are undeserved and has strong ties to King County’s East African and refugee communities. Through his work with senior meal programs, he helps provide more than fifty seniors with free and culturally relevant meals, current events information
(l-r first row) Barbara Peete, Feanette Black Bear, Michael Neguse, Pam Berry, (l-r second row) Kelsi Watson, Mr. and Mrs. Huang, Fred Geraldsen
and bus tokens. He also speaks four languages, and uses his language skills to educate people of all ages about emergency preparedness. He is also involved with ReWa, Seattle Tilth, Seattle Neighborhood Group, Immigrant and Refugee Affairs, and Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands.
• Pam Berry, 74, received the ‘Intergenerational Impact’ award. Pam has been working in the community for over 30 years, bringing music training to children in the Southeast Seattle Community Youth Orchestra. She and her husband have contributed their own funds to the orchestra and continued on page 4
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Life Perspectives
Think Big!
When Planning a Milestone Event …by Suzanne G. Beyer
“In a split second, Saturday of the cruise my entire childhood and no later than flashed before me,” my 1:30. Late-comers brother, Rob, said. would be left behind. This was Rob’s My many emails reaction to a surprise for two months 75th birthday party prior gave explicit his wife, Sandra, and I directions to the boat had been plotting for and that the cruise exactly one year. leaves promptly at Suzanne with her big brother Rob 1:45 rain or shine. Over “How about doing something in and over I reiterated, New York City?” I suggested. Rob and “Don’t miss the boat!” I grew up in New York, plus Rob and My husband, Don, and I flew from Sandra lived nearby in New Jersey. We Seattle the day before, and stayed proceeded to comprise a guest list of all at the New York Hilton along with 15 cousins and our kids, making a total Sandra and Rob. I had not lived in of 19. New York City for over 50 years and We enlisted Rob’s daughter, Dana, had forgotten this is the city that never to help with ideas. “What about a boat sleeps. It’s great for a 20-something, but ride around Manhattan?” she suggested. for us? We’re used to the slower pace of I was able to serve as press secretary and Bothell! sent emails to our group. The overcast day of the big “I’m in!”came the first email. “I’m event didn’t dampen the spirits of us in!” came the second. And, so it went Northwesterners. with all guests wanting to join the Rob, Sandra, my husband Don celebration. One cousin added, “I’m in! and I waited to hail a cab. “All cabs are I’ll go to anyone’s birthday party who’s full. You won’t get a cab here,” said the older than I am.” doorman of the hotel. We had to arrive at 1:15pm the Charging over to the subway
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This is the scene that awaited Rob for his surprise 75th birthday on Pier 23 in New York City
station, we ran down the stairs, figured out the payment system (changed since I lived there) and waited for the E train. “Look!” said Don, seeing a rat scamper into the deep dark tunnel. How New Yorkey, I thought. The rat was safe because no train arrived. We walked to the other side of the station to await the C Train. By this time it was 1:10pm. Panic set in. The C Train completely missed the 23rd Street stop, as it was an Express. We got off at 4th Street, well past our mark. It was now 1:30. Drenched in nerves and sweat, I wildly waved my arms to hail a cab. The cab headed north, into what else? A traffic jam! My cell rang. “Mom, where are you? The captain wants to board,” exclaimed daughter Sabrina. Unaware of the waiting surprise, Rob kept saying, “We can just go another time.” “It’ll take us another 10 to 15 minutes,” I told Sabrina. “I’ll let you off here,” said our taxi driver. “It’ll be Inspire Positive Aging Awards
quicker if you run.” We high-tailed it across busy streets and as we entered the loading area, a group of 15 family members gathered in a semi-circle yelled, “HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ROB!” Rob’s laugh could be heard throughout the dock area as his eyes darted from his daughter to nieces and all of his cousins…shock and wonder plastered all over his face! The boat was gone. ❖ How to Plan a Surprise Party Always have a Plan B! Dana found us a bar on West 23rd Street where we drank wine and ate hor d’hoeuvres until a later sailing at 4:30. We changed our dinner reservation to a later time. Then, poof! At 9:30pm, all relatives disappeared for their trains back to Connecticut and Long Island. The kids left for a night on the town, and we, four, returned to the hotel, tired, happy and thinking, “We did it!” … well, sort of!
• Mr. and Mrs. Huang have volunteered as choir instructors for the Cultural Exchange Program at the ...continued from page 3 North Bellevue Community Center for 17 years. In addition to teaching the to helping children in other areas choir songs from around the world and of their lives. Her enthusiasm for publishing a book of songs, the Huangs the children is contagious, and she lead the group to perform at an annual often inspires others to help out – a Chinese New Year Celebration and skill that her nominator describes as at the Redmond Senior Center. They ‘uncanny’ – “She asks others to do always tell their peers there is no age things and before they know it they’re limit for music and encourage many cooking and working with her. I have isolated Chinese seniors to join the found myself in tears laughing about class and enhance their social networks. how she made me do it.” Through In addition, they encourage young her selfless determination, Pam shows musicians to ensemble with them and that you can be a great example to believe music can break down the your community and to young people generation gap by creating partnership, at any age. harmony and happiness. • Kelsi Watson, 67, was honored • Fred Geraldsen, 91, was for ‘Lifelong Learning’. Though she recognized for ‘Defining Inspiration.’ is legally blind, Kelsi does not let Fred is admired for his boundless this stop her from joining in many energy and compassion. After serving activities at Central Area Senior in the Army Air Corp during WWII, Center such as the Sliders – a dance he studied mechanical engineering group that meets for exercise and and began a long career at Boeing. performs out in the community. Currently, he is a volunteer driver for Others are inspired by her rhythm Meals on Wheels – despite being older and ability to perform by listening to than all but one recipient. At the the music and the instructors. She SeaTac Senior Program, he helps set also attends monthly membership up lunch, square dances, participates meetings and regularly offers in support groups, flies remote control suggestions to improve the center. If vehicles and leads the Nintendo there is a resource lacking (such as Wii bowling and golf group. He was special BINGO cards), she’ll go out appointed by the Mayor of SeaTac and purchase them, always declining to chair the Senior Citizen Advisory offers to be reimbursed. Through her Committee to advocate on behalf of thoughtfulness, sense of humor and seniors. His nominator describes him good attitude, she demonstrates that as “a wonderful example of living she does not suffer from a disability but life to the fullest, no matter what age rather is fully capable. you are.” ❖
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Golf Ball Beach
The location of indeterminate length for the golf the balls was not ball, trapped in an inlet, washed back consistent with and forth innumerable times, long hole of the hooked shots from after the golfer has moved on. There …by Charles Nevi Kauai Lagoons the seventh hole. should be some kind of profound moral Kiele Golf The Island Possibly from the conclusion here. But I can’t figure it of Kauai, Hawaii, Course. The cart fifth hole, where out. Maybe the significance is simply in is known for the path ends in a hooked shots the unlikely series of events. Or given Balls Charles found at 'Golf Ball Beach' turnaround natural beauty could find the golfers and oceans, maybe the events for golf carts, of the Island, water. Or maybe are not really all that unlikely. ❖ including world but the beach access path continues, a from California. Who knows? sandy path leading behind the seventh famous beaches The sequence is clear: A wayward Charles Nevi of Renton enjoys writing green onto a rocky peninsula. To the ranging from shot, a frustrated golfer, a voyage of and dreaming of his next golf trip left are two inlets, maybe twenty yards Lumahai or Charles Nevi long, where the waves squeeze through Nurses Beach, and wash up onto the rocks. where Mitzi Gaynor washed that man At the end of the first inlet, in a right out of her hair in the 1948 film small rocky depression, were five golf South Pacific, to Glass Beach, a small balls. Each was in a different condition. cove littered with pieces of glass that have been polished by waves. Some say One, a TaylorMade, had small pick-axe marks. Others had similar abrasions. the glass is from a land fill, others from One had a smooth surface with only garbage dumped into the ocean years the faint semblance of dimples and no ago. brand identifying marks. Another was Which brings us to Golf Ball almost completely smooth. An odd Beach. An inveterate beachcomber, collection of balls in an odd location. I recently visited a shoreline behind These balls must have washed in the monumental Marriott Hotel in Lihue. The entry road to the hotel also from the inlet, been dropped by a wave, then retrieved by another wave, and leads past the hotel to Kalapaki Drive. then washed back and then returned… A right on this road leads to a gate, Back and forth, who knows how many designed to protect the homes on the times. It was a natural collection area bluff from the riff-raff (like inveterate similar to Glass Beach. And each ball beachcombers). But the parking lot had been there a different amount of leads around this gate to parking slots Our Bayview renaissance is underway. When finished, it will be for access to the beach. This sounds like time. The pick-axe marks must have a masterpiece of new view apartments, 360° view restaurant, dog park, health services tower and more. Come take a hardhat been from banging into lava rocks. The trespassing, but it is acceptable. Beach tour and experience beauty in progress. smoother ones simply had been there access is a sacred right in Hawaii. longer. How long does it take to wear a Proceeding on foot from the Call (206) 281-5744 or visit BayviewSeattle.org golf ball completely smooth with wave parking lot and turning right, you find 62+ Life Plan Community • Variety of Pricing Plans • Amazing Move-In Packages a beach access path that combines with action on lava? Progressive Programming • Pet-Friendly • CCRC with 90% refundable contracts Where did these balls come from? the golf course cart path on the seventh
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Senior Fitness Tip
To Your Health
Medical Minutes
Exercise for Arthritis
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…by Mark Bryant
Dietary Fiber May Pack a Host of Hidden Health Benefits Consumption of dietary fiber from breads/cereals and fruits may independently John Schieszer influence the likelihood of aging successfully over 10 years, according to researchers in Australia. It has been known for decades that a high fiber diet provides important gastrointestinal benefits. Now, it appears it does much more than that. Scientists at The Westmead Institute for Medical Research explored the relationship between carbohydrate intake and healthy aging in more than 1,600 adults aged 50 years and older. They found that out of all the factors they examined, which included a person’s total carbohydrate intake, total fiber intake, glycemic index, glycemic load and sugar intake, it was the fiber that made the biggest difference to what the researchers termed “successful aging.” Successful aging was defined as including an absence of disability, depressive symptoms, cognitive impairment, respiratory symptoms
and chronic diseases including cancer, coronary artery disease and stroke. Study investigator Bamini Gopinath, PhD, who is with The Westmead Institute for Medical Research, said these findings are very important and point to a simple way to improve quality of life in older adults. “Out of all the variables that we looked at, fiber intake, which is a type of carbohydrate that the body can’t digest, had the strongest influence,” said Gopinath. “We found that those who had the highest intake of fiber or total fiber actually had an almost 80% greater likelihood of living a long and healthy life over a 10-year follow-up. That is, they were less likely to suffer from hypertension, diabetes, dementia, depression and functional disability.” This study backs up similar recent findings by the researchers that highlighted the importance of a healthful diet and healthy aging. In a previously published study, Westmead Institute researchers found that adults who closely adhered to recommended national dietary guidelines reached old age with an absence of chronic diseases and disability, and had good functional and mental health status.
Many seniors suffer from arthritis and find it very difficult to do any physical activity. Here are some exercises that can help you deal with arthritis a little bit better. Tai-Chi is a great exercise for people suffering from arthritis because it’s slow moving, and it also helps lubricate your joints – allowing them to go through a full range of motion over time. Pool exercise is another great form of exercise that is easy on your joints. Gentle stretching is another way to improve joint range of motion. Remember to stretch slowly and a little at a time. Isometric exercises are good because isometrics don’t add pressure to your joints. One isometric exercise to consider is to
have the palms of your hands facing each other and then put your finger tips together, spread the fingers wide and apply pressure. This is a great exercise because it will help with joint range of motion. It’s important for people who have arthritis to try and do some mild exercises to help alleviate joint pain. Without exercise, your joints can become worse and even disfigured. Mark Bryant is a Certified Senior Fitness Instructor and is the Enhance Fitness Coordinator at Southeast Seattle Senior Center. Despite having had a total hip replacement, Mark won the 2015 Powerlifting World Championship and the 2017 National Championship. www. fitnessexpertmark.com.
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I have been blown away recently by the healing effectiveness of a modality that I had grossly underestimated. Here is my John Barnett story. For many years I have faithfully exercised 30 minutes every morning, seven days a week, on the elliptical trainer. It is considered a weight-bearing exercise and as such, guards against osteoporosis, a hollowing out of bones that will then tend to become brittle. However, several months ago the arthritic pain in my right knee became so uncomfortable that I couldn’t do the elliptical trainer for even five minutes. I had to stop completely. Even the twisting motion of turning over in bed at night made me jump with pain. I went to the orthopedic surgeon who gave me a total left knee replacement two years earlier, thinking that I was now due for that same operation on my right knee. He looked at the X-rays
and, to my astonishment, told me that at my age, 86, I had become a risk. He related that an elderly patient on whom he had performed joint surgery had subsequently suffered a stroke and would spend the rest of his life in a nursing home. The surgeon’s advice, “Get a cane.” I couldn’t imagine a future in which I would never again perform the daily exercise that was both beneficial and enjoyable. I cringed at the mental picture of me becoming inseparable from a cane. By chance, I had been introduced to a licensed acupuncturist and thought, “Why not give it a try.” I started with two acupuncture treatments per week. Contrary to my expectation, I experienced no pain. This is something most people don’t realize. In fact, the thirty minutes or so that I sat still were a very relaxing time. Very early I experienced a reduction in pain
and after four weeks the pain was completely gone! It is now four months since I have happily returned to my daily exercise on the elliptical trainer with absolutely no pain at all. Sometime in the future I, perhaps, may need an acupuncture tune-up. But for now I am elated with the result. When I compare acupuncture with the hospitalization, pain, physical therapy, long rehabilitation, cost and being out of service of a joint replacement – well there is no comparison at all. From now on, acupuncture is the first modality I will try whenever I am experiencing pain. ❖ According to arthritis.org, acupuncture triggers a release of neurotransmitters which reduce the sensation of pain. It can also help to control inflammation. While research shows that many patients felt significantly less pain after acupuncture treatments, it may not work for everyone. However, pain specialist James N. Dillard, MD, calls acupuncture “incredibly safe.”
Emma the bunny receives a massage from Harmony Frazier, photo by Jeremy DwyerLindgren/Woodland Park Zoo
The Woodland Park Zoo uses acupuncture to relieve arthritis for animals in their care. Currently, a female rabbit named Emma, two elderly penguins, an emu (ostrich-like bird) and a middle-age gorilla are experiencing the aches and pains of getting older and receiving a variety of non-invasive treatments for arthritis and other conditions. To help relieve pain, zoo animals are treated with a comprehensive treatment program that may include acupuncture, stretching and massage, laser and heat therapy, hydrotherapy, exercise for strength and flexibility, and joint supplements. A local veterinarian, Dr. Darlene DeGhetto, volunteers her services to perform acupuncture sessions on Emma the rabbit at the zoo. “We are so grateful to Dr. DeGhetto for donating her expertise, time and services,” remarked Harmony Frazier, senior veterinary technician at the zoo. “It’s very obvious that Emma enjoys her rehab and acupuncture sessions and is benefitting from the techniques. She’s completely relaxed during the sessions and more engaged after. The best outcome is that she can hop again!” adds Frazier.
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Caregiving Across Communities …by Christine L. Fleming, UW School of Nursing, de Tornyay Center for Healthy Aging
Our nation is seeing an ever increasing number of adults over age 65. According to apa.org, by 2030 the number of older adults in the U.S. is estimated to rise to 20% of the population. Approximately 90% of older adults have at least one chronic condition that needs the attention of a healthcare provider, including family caregivers. More than 34 million individuals are giving care to a friend, family member, sibling or other loved one. Being willing to provide care is a tremendous act of compassion, and caregivers should be met with resources and advice as they navigate this new role. Tatiana Sadak, RN, PMHNP, PhD, an assistant professor for the School of Nursing at the University of Washington and a Geriatric Psychiatry specialist, offers advice to these first-time caregivers. She states that caregiving for older adults is a long and challenging journey – a marathon, not a sprint. Caregivers assume increasing responsibilities for their loved one’s health, wellness and safety, and may well become their health care proxies. The dynamics of the relationships with the care recipients are changing as the patient’s condition progresses. Dr. Sadak emphasizes the importance of identifying and engaging available resources, including friends and family members who can help, adult day care services and support groups. She also recommends learning about palliative
care and all it entails. For example, within Seattle, UW Medicine offers a variety of palliative care services, which provide medical and nursing services in the home of the older adult in need (www. uwmedicine.org/ services/palliative). It is crucially important for caregivers to have their own self-care and wellness plan in place. Most caregivers neglect their own needs and are at high risk of experiencing stress, depression, anxiety and deteriorating health. An important part of a self-care plan is access to respite help. Linda Teri, PhD, a professor for the School of Nursing at the University of Washington, suggests that those providing care should prioritize their own health because being healthy will allow you to provide the necessary care for your loved one. Additionally, Dr. Teri encourages that, as circumstances allow, you designate assignments within the family or circle of loved ones. Focus on their strengths and create roles based on those strengths. Perhaps designate one in the circle to provide emotional support, another to manage any finances that may arise during the length of caregiving, another to
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provide care around the house, etc. This will help alleviate any stress falling solely on one person. Dr. Sadak advises that family caregivers maintain communication and, when possible, make joint decisions about care and support of their care recipient. In cases when one family member provides most or all hands-on care and is intimately familiar with the needs of the care recipient, Dr. Sadak encourages other family members (the helpers) to be respectful of the primary caregiver’s thoughts and opinions and offer gentle advice and support, while deferring final decision-making to the person who provides regular care. This year, the University of Washington’s de Tornyay Center for Healthy Aging’s annual Elder Friendly Future conference will focus on caregivers. The 2017 Elder Friendly Futures: The Essential Work of Caregiving Across Communities Conference will feature three keynote speakers, roundtables, sessions focusing on timely topics affecting todays caregivers such as valuing family/friends and the professional caregiving workforce, caregiving and the interconnection of race, gender, ethnicity, immigration status and sexual orientation, and understanding the role of technology in caregiving. Visit https://depts.washington. edu/eff/ or call 206-616-4276 for more information, including registration. ❖
AARP State Director Doug Shadel (l) presents Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson (r) with the AARP Fraud Fighter of the Year Award. AG Ferguson has joined AARP and others in an effort to protect consumers from imposters scammers.
“Imposter fraud” occurs when a scammer poses as someone they’re not – like the IRS, a computer support technician or a family member – in order to steal your money. These types of scams have reached epidemic proportions across the country. According to the Federal Trade Commission, reports of Imposter Scams have grown by nearly 500% in the last four years, totaling more than 400,000 reports nationwide in 2016. Washington is no exception. According to a new state survey from AARP, the majority of all Washington consumers (79%) report being targeted in the last year by at least one of the seven most common imposter scams. But while most consumers (85%) feel they could spot and avoid a fraudulent pitch, AARP’s survey revealed that more than three-quarters (77%) of Washington consumers failed an “Imposter IQ” quiz. “If you think you’ll never be taken, you’ll likely leave your guard down and
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not take the steps needed to protect yourself,” said AARP Statewide Director Doug Shadel. To help Washingtonians avoid imposter scams, AARP has joined with the Attorney General’s Office, Microsoft, the Federal Trade Commission and BECU to launch the “Unmasking the Imposters” statewide campaign. “When it comes to scams, awareness and prevention are the best protections for consumers,” said Attorney General Bob Ferguson. “Advances in technology make it easier for scammers to pretend to be someone they’re not. The ‘Unmasking the Imposters’ campaign will help consumers spot imposters before they fall victim and help them take preemptive steps to protect against fraud.” The new AARP report, “Are you real?” includes a 10-question “Imposter IQ” quiz about some of the latest tactics used in various imposter scams that try to gain your trust or access your information. - Nearly half (44%) of Washington consumers do not know that technology companies do not contact consumers about viruses on their computers. There are many variations of tech support scams. Some rely on massive spam campaigns that promise a faster, more secure computer and draw readers to a URL; others use pop-up ads that falsely claim the user’s machine is infected with malware. A common tactic involves unsolicited telephone calls where callers pose
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Home Vacation Rentals Would this business work for you? …by Lori Wright
Ever wonder what all the buzz is about with the home vacation rental business? Or have you dreamed about Lori Wright how fun it would be to own and operate a cute little B & B, but then realized YOU would rather be the one coming down the stairs to the smell of brewing coffee and breakfast? Maybe you need to start on a smaller scale and find out more about being a vacation rental owner first. If you’re thinking of taking an extended vacation in the summer or plan on heading south for the winter, you may want to consider renting your wonderful home out as a vacation rental while you are gone. I’ve been helping folks set up their homes as vacation getaways for over five years. It’s a fun way to interact with travelers and a great way to make some extra income while your house sits empty. I’ve had visitors from Denmark, Hawaii, New York, Georgia, Alaska, France… and the list goes on. I’ve
received all 5 star reviews and even a few gifts left in appreciation of a wonderful visit. Your home can be fancy or simple! Everyone is different and travelers’ needs vary from person to person. The key to a great vacation rental is in providing guests with a “home away from home” experience. That means that the comfy throw is on the back of the sofa on a chilly northwest evening and a bottle of wine and some chocolates await weary travelers. The wonderful option you have as an owner of a getaway is that YOU control who stays and for how long. You choose if kids are a fit or if small dogs can stay, or how many folks your abode will fit comfortably. You set your rate and we help you find the best rate by comparing other rentals in your area. Once you learn to navigate the simple online site that will be set up for you, you will be up and running and booking faster than you can say, “We’ll leave the lights on.” What I do as a consultant in helping people set up their homes for vacation rentals is to help with the essentials. I’ll lead you through: how to safeguard your home and
belongings; how to screen potential guests thoroughly; how to set up payments. I will visit your property and make lists of what you should provide for your guests and what you should remove from your home. I take photographs for the website, set it up and teach owners how to navigate the site. Part of preparing your home as a vacation rental may be downsizing what you have – this option may be the motivation you’ve been looking for to clear out all that great “stuff” that’s piled up in order to create a space for folks to come and enjoy. We will help you sort through all the details and can have a rental up and ready to go in as little as two weeks, depending on what is needed to get you ready. Perhaps you just want to rent for a month while on YOUR great vacation, or for six months while traveling the globe or flying south.
You can even swap rentals with other owners and visit places you’ve been wanting to see – and pay NO lodging. The benefits are many. ‘Hostess with the Mostest!’ What I love most about being a host is knowing that I’m in the business of providing comfort and joy to those who stay. Please give us a shout for a free chat and we can explore your options of being a firstclass vacation host! Email me at homes@loriwright.net, or call 206799-0318. ❖
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Best Places to Retire in Washington This special edition of Northwest Prime Time features our 16th Annual Best Places to Retire issue. Inside you will read about the places in Washington State that have achieved national acclaim this past year as great places to live and to retire. Can you guess the Northwest towns and cities that made this year’s list of best places to retire? Read all about it on pages 12 and 13.
Leaving the Rat Race for the Wild Life …and finding a dream retirement destination Where does grew up in the a stressed-out St. Louis area. motivational “He worked speaker from for McDonnell Los Angeles Douglas, which go when she eventually became wants to leave Boeing. I worked the rat race? To for IBM,” says Washington Diane. Then the State’s own couple moved to Whidbey Island Los Angeles to – home of follow Kent’s career eagles, tall trees and Diane decided and endless it was the perfect shorelines. time to start her Diane own business as an de Mere was image consultant a successful and corporate Diane and Sabre Baby, her rescued Alaskan malamute (through WAMAL.com). "We love corporate trainer trainer. walking the trails at South Whidbey State Park" and image Diane’s other consultant. But it was definitely a ‘rat focus was animal rescue. “I started race’ kind of life. Instead of teaching in St. Louis and when we moved to about managing stress and making Palos Verdes, I connected with several the most out of life, Diane wanted to women rescuing feral cats living in actually live it. the hills and canyons.” They worked Diane and her husband, Kent, with local vets and adopted out all the
cats they could socialize. Diane also volunteered for and raised funds for local charities. In 2004, Kent’s career took the couple to Seattle. It was at that point that Diane decided to research and practice stress Diane feeding their resident deer in the front yard. "It is so management – she peaceful and relaxing here all the time. The only excitement wanted to drop out might be when a neighbor loses their goats.This week as we were walking our dog, a car stopped to tell us, 'Do you know there is of the ‘rat race.’ a herd of goats going down the road?' " “It was absolutely thrilling driving up to Seattle Diane realized that their secluded from L.A in a long 33-foot RV with 13 neighborhood along the coastline of the recued cats that I couldn’t adopt overlooking Puget Sound was a dream out, plus a rescued dog, too! It was the come true. “It was heavily wooded and huge forests everywhere once we hit the ambience of living with nature all Oregon that took my breath away.” around us stole my heart. Otters, eagles, After the move to Seattle (actually the Burien/Normandy Park area), continued on page 15
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Northwest Best Places to Retire Annual ‘Round-Up’ to quality healthcare, housing, transportation, services for seniors, healthy infrastructure, being near a major university, walkability and other active lifestyle considerations, and having dynamic downtowns with an array of dining, shopping and cultural experiences. Read on to learn what topped the national lists in 2017 for “Best Places” in Washington State retirement destinations Forbes came out with their annual Seattle is a perennial favorite on “Best Places” lists, but list in April. This year’s report, “25 Best its high cost-of-living and congestion saw it fall out of the This year, Forbes ranked Wenatchee as one of the top 25 ‘Best Places Places to Retire in 2017” recommends national spotlight as a best place to retire. Photo courtesy to Retire” in the country. They call Wenatchee a scenic, sunny small VisitSeattle.org ONE Washington State city. They city with good doctors, low crime rate and low cost-of-living write: Around four million Americans are retiring each year and several times and across all four continental time zones. While that number are thinking about it. Retirement often the list includes big and small cities, and skews a bit Each year, Northwest Prime Time summarizes means living on less income, but it also presents the toward warm or moderate climates, hardier climates national “Best Places to Retire” lists for notable Northwest locations that achieved national acclaim chance to relocate have their advocates, to an area with lower as great places to live and retire. AARP defines especially since such costs or one that better a livable community as one with affordable and places often fare better suits your retirement appropriate housing, a supportive community and on the Milken Institute’s services and adequate mobility options – all of which plans—whether they Best Cities for Successful involve recreation, together facilitate personal independence and the Aging (successfulaging. culture, education, engagement of residents in civic and social life. It’s milkeninstitute.org), volunteering, being a place where people can get to where they want to which rates communities go, living comfortably and in good health, and being closer to family or even on how well they meet able to remain active and engaged. Importantly, the working part-time. needs in a variety of In Forbes’ The 25 Best elements that make a community livable are useful areas including health Places To Retire list, for people of all ages, not just Americans 50-plus. Spokane wins this year’s award as Washington’s “Best Place to care, transportation Retire” – it was cited most often in the national “Best Places” college towns beat The organizations that rank best places to and community surveys. Spokane’s advantages: lower cost-of-living, abundant coastal towns this retire typically look at such factors as a strong engagement. So…TA sunshine, high-quality medical care, cultural and educational year. Their picks are local economy, low cost-of-living, scenic amenities, easy access to nature, 33 golf courses and more than DA… Wenatchee has 20 wineries (with only half the rainfall of Seattle) located in 20 states beauty and outdoor recreation, climate, access bragging rights about
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Spokane can feel somewhat remote, especially for those wanting to travel. Niche.com lists Vancouver as Washington’s top city to retire, followed by Bellevue, Spokane, Tacoma, Seattle, Kent, Everett, Carlsborg (near Sequim) and Grays Harbor’s Aberdeen Gardens. Redfin calls the Woodbridge neighborhood of Bellevue the second Bellingham remains a favorite retirement destination with retirees “hottest” neighborhood in the country, for its coastal lifestyle, pleasant neighborhoods and a university in while the Wall Street Journal said the its midst. Business Advice Source ranked it as the third best place to San Juan Islands has “the hottest live in America. luxury home market in the country.” Business Advice Source said Although it has a higher cost-of-living than other options, the being a ‘best place’ – the Bellingham is the third San Juan Islands provide an ideal retirement destination for only city in Washington best place to live in America those wanting to be surrounded by nature, who appreciate a slower pace of life and a keen sense of community, photo by Carl State on Forbes’ list – right (Northfield, Minnesota Silverdale, courtesy VisitSanJuans.com along with the likes of topped their list). US News Savannah Georgia, Boise called Jefferson Idaho, Colorado Springs County (think Port to Port Angeles, they proclaim, Colorado, Green Valley Townsend) as a for a multifaceted outdoor life, and Arizona and Port Charlotte retirement haven. Port Townsend was featured for it’s Florida. Forbes describes Where to Retire “balmy beach locale.” Wenatchee – the Apple magazine has According to Wallethub.com, Capital of the World – as highlighted several Washington has one of America’s a scenic, sunny Columbia Washington State best economies, is a top “Greenest” River city of 33,000. towns and cities state, and is considered the sixth PROS: median home this past year. They “Safest State in America” (Vermont price is $225,000; good advise taking a is #1). Seattle is one of the top doctors per capita; minimal road trip to the “Healthiest Cities” and Washington rain; no state income tax sunny south-central is considered a top “Happiest State” and very low crime rate. Washington cities despite the gray skies! SeniorAdvice. And notably, Wenatchee of Ellensburg, Tricom lists Seattle as a top gay-friendly Bellevue was second on Niche.com’s Niche.com lists Vancouver as Washington's receives a high rank on Cities and Walla list of Washington’s top cities to retire retirement destination. top city to retire the Milken Institute for Walla to check Despite all the raves and reviews successful aging. CONS: out these popular of far-flung places, being near family The cost of living is 11% above the national average retirement destinations. Where to Retire highlights and friends always ranks as the very best retirement (but still below Seattle and environs). Only four the tax-friendly benefits of living in Vancouver, destination for most retirees. Wherever your ‘best places’ have maintained a place on Forbes’ Washington. Wenatchee was recommended, in retirement takes you, Northwest Prime Time wishes list for three years (Athens Georgia, Fargo North part, for its revitalized and thriving downtown. Head you a happy and healthy adventure. ❖ Dakota, Lincoln Nebraska and San Marcos Texas – with Fargo making the cut for seven years running! But wouldn’t you rather live in Washington than North Dakota?). While Seattle and environs makes almost all of the “Best Places to Live” lists, in recent years it has been bumped out of “Best Places to Retire” lists because of congestion and cost-of-living issues. Visiting or living in Seattle made the list of the “100 Things to Do in America Before You Die.” Spokane wins this year’s award for being cited most often in the national ‘Best Places to Retire’ surveys. Kiplinger. com lists Spokane as one of their “top cheapest places where you’ll actually want to retire,” not only because of its affordability but because of access to nature including mountains, lakes and rivers, 33 golf courses, and numerous wineries, breweries and distilleries. US News & World Report also calls Spokane one of the top places to retire in the country on a modest budget. “Spokane might be best suited to active retirees who love the outdoors.” They note several nearby ski resorts, high performing hospitals and a low median cost of living. Time magazine rated Spokane as the best in the west for the top 10 cities to retire – again, the only Washington State city to make the list. They cite Spokane’s affordability, including the tax burden, access to high quality health care, and the benefits of being a university town. “There is always something interesting going on her,” says Wayne Sheehan, 76, who moved to Spokane from Texas in 2014 with his wife Marilu. The downside:
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Downsizing Can Start with Baby Steps …by Kirk Vaux
Choosing a Retirement Destination Each organization uses its own criteria to select best places to retire. Many consider living and housing costs, how tax structures impact retirees, weather, doctor and hospital availability, crime rates, outdoor recreation such as walking and biking trails, cultural richness, as well as educational, volunteer and employment opportunities. Perhaps consider if the area is prone to natural disasters and if it has a safe and adequate water supply. Organizations like AARP and the National Council on Aging advise looking at how your home is designed and if your community can support you as you age (does it have a senior center, transportation, health and other programs for seniors?) rather than prioritizing climate, cultural and recreational opportunities. And, they say, take a comprehensive look at what makes your life enjoyable and satisfying— factors that rankings can’t quantify. Cost and proximity to family remain the top considerations. Wherever your retirement takes you, we wish you health and happiness.
It’s been my experience working with seniors with the sale of their long-time family home, the thought of downsizing your possessions can Kirk Vaux be overwhelming. This fear is completely understandable. You’ve been accumulating possessions in your current home for 40, 50 or 60 years. It is important to find a good home for all of your treasured items. If you follow the simple actions suggested in this article and take BABY STEPS, I think you’ll find this process much less daunting than you may have originally thought. Once the decision to downsize to a smaller residence has been made and you’ve found your next home, the first step in the downsizing process is figuring what to do with all of your stuff. Even before you’ve decided to move, it is helpful to start organizing early. Before you start the downsizing process, it is critical to take an honest look at your health and stamina and consider these questions… • Can you stand and bend for long periods of time? • Can you lift heavy boxes and awkward items? • Can you get it done in a reasonable timeline? If the answer of any of these questions is NO, you will probably need to get some assistance. If you have family here locally, hopefully they will assist in this process. But not everybody has this luxury. With no or limited local help, it may make sense to hire a “Senior Move Manager.” Senior Move Managers offer sorting assistance, floor planning, packing and unpacking. They can also assist with moving
items to storage, shipping heirlooms to relatives, arranging liquidation of unwanted items and organizing donations to charity. Determine the scope of the work, and get a couple written estimates. Also, check with the Better Business Bureau and online reviews to ensure you are making the right choice for the handling of your belongings. Also, make sure your personality meshes well with theirs. You’ll be spending a lot of time with this person. Whether you get help from family or a move manager, to start this process you will typically want to divide your personal property into five categories: 1. Things you absolutely want to take with you to your new home. If you know where you’ll be moving, get an accurate floor plan of your new residence (typically retirement communities will provide floor plans). Measuring your larger pieces of furniture and placing them on the floor plan will be a huge help when it comes to determining how many larger possessions you will be able to take with you. 2. Items you may want to take with you, space permitting. Once you’re relatively settled, take a few days to catch your breath! Give some thought to the items you left behind…Do any of them make sense to move to your new home at this point? 3. Items you want to give to family and friends. This step makes sure
that your most sentimental items will find that perfect home! 4. Items you want to sell at an estate sale or auction or perhaps donate to charity. In my experience, a two- or three-day estate sale will be conducted over a predetermined weekend with the unsold items donated the following Monday or Tuesday. Please understand, unless you have rare art and antiquities, this process will not make you rich! The payoff is the sale of your wellprepared home in this “crazy” real estate market! 5. The remainder to have hauled away. Most estate sale companies will offer this service at a very competitive rate. Once this final process has taken place, the home should be “broom clean,” and vacant. At this point, your Senior Real Estate Specialist (someone like myself!) will be ready to make preparations for sale. And, of course, we can also work with you to sell your home before you’ve moved, but it is my experience that there is less stress and pressure, and an easier transition, when seniors find their new home before starting the downsizing process. Downsizing needn’t be a huge burden if you’re honest about your physical ability, you give yourself plenty of time and you have the right professionals in place. Many surveys have shown that being proactive about the downsizing process will create a much happier future for both you and your loved ones. ❖ Kirk Vaux is a Senior Real Estate Specialist at Windermere Real Estate/East. Join him on Saturday, July 22 from 11am to noon for a free presentation on downsizing from your long-time family home. The presentation will include information on sorting, packing and liquidation of your possessions. You will also learn about the current real estate market, how to prepare for selling your home and information on senior housing options. The presentation takes place at the Issaquah Library, 10 West Sunset Way in Issaquah. Seating is limited – call 206-850-4570 to reserve your seat.
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Washington State Senior Games The Washington State Senior Games, now in its 21st year of running the largest Olympic-style multi-sport event in Washington, will be held July 8th through 30th at various sites Port Townsend Drizzle members display gold medals earned at throughout the last year’s Washington State Senior Games. South Sound. race walking, racquetball, 5 Nearly 2,000 participants will & 10k runs, rock climbing, take part in the competitions. shuffleboard, soccer, softball, The purpose of the Games swimming, table tennis, tennis, is to keep seniors healthy track & field, trap shooting, and productive – promoting triathalon and volleyball. For health and fitness throughout more information or questions, the year for people from 50 call the Washington State years of age to 100+. Events Senior Games Information Line include archery, basketball, at 360-413-0148 or visit www. badminton, bowling, cycling, washingtonstateseniorgames.com dance, disc golf, golf, pickleball, Medical Minutes
Walking Away from Kidney Cancer It may be possible to walk away ...continued from page 6 from some types of cancer. A new study is suggesting a connection between a Wearable Patch May Help Detect sedentary lifestyle and risk of developing Sleep Apnea kidney or bladder cancer. The findings New treatments for diagnosing extend a line of inquiry that has already and treating sleep apnea may soon revealed a connection between chronic make it much easier to combat this inactivity and heightened risk for both problem. Scientists have come up ovarian and cervical cancer. with a disposable diagnostic patch Researchers at Roswell Park that effectively detects obstructive Cancer Institute in Buffalo, New York sleep apnea across all severity levels. conducted a study with 160 kidney The device is called SomnaPatch. cancer patients, 208 bladder cancer It weighs less than one ounce and patients and a control group of 766 records nasal pressure, blood oxygen saturation, pulse rate, respiratory effort, people of the same ages who did not have cancer. They found significant sleep time and body position. The positive associations between lifetime team developing this product reports recreational physical inactivity and that the patch is highly accurate and cancer. Overall, there was a 77% could help those individuals who are unwilling or unable to go to a sleep lab increased risk of developing kidney cancer and 73% increased risk of to get diagnosed developing bladder cancer with “Our study provided clinical inactivity. They found similar risk validation of a new wearable exposure among both obese and nondevice for diagnosing sleep apnea,” obese study participants, suggesting that said principal investigator Maria the connection between inactivity and Merchant, PhD, CEO of Somnarus these cancers is not driven by obesity. Inc. “It was most surprising to us how The data add to the growing body well this inexpensive miniature device of evidence that physical inactivity performed in comparison with in-lab may be an important and independent sleep studies.” risk factor for cancer. “We hope Simultaneous polysomnography and patch recordings from 174 subjects that findings like ours will motivate inactive people to engage in some were included in their analysis. An additional home usability study found form of physical activity,” said senior study author Kirsten Moysich, PhD, that 38 out of 39 users were successful in activating the diagnostic patch and who is a cancer prevention expert at collecting at least 4 hours of sleep data Roswell Park. “You don’t have to run marathons to reduce your cancer risk, while relying only on the instructions but you have to do something, even included with the device. small adjustments like taking the stairs “Most home sleep diagnostic instead of the elevator.” ❖ devices are difficult for patients to use and are disruptive to patient’s sleep,” John Schieszer is an award-winning national said Merchant. “Our study showed that this wearable home sleep monitor journalist and radio and podcast broadcaster of The Medical Minute. He can be reached at is very comfortable, easy to use and medicalminutes@gmail.com. does not negatively affect sleep.”
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advised consumers to always check for a locked box. “While it is important to check for a lockbox when you are transmitting secure information, it does not guarantee that the website is safe, only that the transmission of information from you to the website is secure,” said Kyle Welsh, BECU Vice President of Information Security. “As scammers become savvier, they can easily add a locked box icon to their fraudulent site, giving the consumer a false sense of security. If you click (or double-click) on it you will see details of the site’s security.” In addition to sharing tips on how to avoid imposter scams, the campaign is allowing the public to hear directly from the scammers themselves via taped interviews. “Con-artists are becoming more sophisticated in their scamming techniques,” said Shadel. “And just when you think you’ve heard it all, they come up with a new twist or scheme. We’re hoping to keep consumers one step ahead by giving them a unique new perspective heard directly from former and current conartists.” Tips to avoid common imposter scams: • IRS Imposter Scam: The IRS Leaving the Rat Race for the Wild Life ...continued from page 11
ducks and (sometime even orcas) were daily sightings.” But when it was time to retire, the couple looked for a house that did not need as much maintenance and one with fewer steps. “I had to have a place that overlooked the water,” says Diane. “I wanted to continue to live in a place that had bountiful greenery and nature all around. We started taking day trips along the coastline,” she adds. One day they visited Whidbey Island, and that was it. “We settled on a lovely one-acre with a 1970 house with great bone structure that we could remodel over time. Most importantly, it had a pair of bald eagles living in the 80 foot tall Sitka Spruce in the back yard overlooking Admiralty Inlet. “We had considered Hawaii, Florida or back to California, but the closeness to wildlife, the moderate temperatures, and very importantly, these huge evergreen forests were all very important factors for us,” says Diane of choosing the perfect retirement destination. What she likes best about living on Whidbey is the slow pace of life and being surrounded by nature. “They call it ‘island time’ here. Everything is slower and it flows into every part of your being.” One concern when they moved was Diane’s parents. Her father died earlier this year at age 97. Diane moved her mother to an assisted living community on Whidbey Island to be near her. “Mom is 97 and still going strong. She was in assisted living back home,
will not contact you by phone about paying back taxes without first sending you a written notice. • Tech Support Scam: Technology companies will not contact you to warn about viruses on your machine. Don’t give out your financial information, and don’t give anyone access to your computer. • Family Emergency Scam: The goal of this scam is to play on your fears and get you to act fast. Slow down and check with others to make sure you’re really hearing from a loved one. • Romance Scam: Be extra careful when dealing with anyone you’ve met online. Romance scams often start with fake profiles on online dating sites. Be wary of anyone who professes love too quickly, wants to leave the dating site immediately and use personal email or instant messaging to communicate, or anyone who asks for money. • Foreign Lottery Fraud: You can’t win a lottery you never entered. Plus it’s illegal for a U.S. citizen to participate in a foreign lottery when they are in the U.S. ❖ For more consumer protection tips and to sign up for fraud alerts from the AARP Fraud Watch Network visit www.aarp.org/ fraudwatchnetwork.
but she needed more of my care. We moved her up here to Whidbey. If she needs me, I can drop everything and be there in minutes. It’s close, yet she has her independence and I have mine. All of the infrastructure we need is right here on the island with good medical care and anything else we need.” And Whidbey Island is so large and with easy access to the mainland, explains Diane, that she never gets ‘island fever.’ With abundant nature, beautiful parks, endless beaches, charming towns and friendly islanders, Whidbey Island is Diane’s own slice of heaven. “It offers a great mix of everything,” she exclaims. When asked if there are any drawbacks to living on Whidbey, Diane replies, “I can’t think of a one.” Would she recommend it as a retirement destination? “1000 percent! We did a lot of research about retirement destinations before we moved here. If you love nature, it’s one of the top places to consider.” She highly recommends taking a step back from the concrete jungle into pastoral living. ❖ Diane de Mere documented her journey from board room to the great outdoors and published a book about it: “Happy Tales: How to Manage Stress and Find Peace and Joy.” Her story is set against the background of changing careers, relationships with elderly parents and wonderful animal stories along the way, including adventures in nature, the wildlife she meets and the high jinks of her rescued pets. “I was searching for new ways to manage stress and find peace and joy,” said Diane. “What I found was myself and my own strength.” Her book is available at WestBow Press, Barnes & Noble, and Amazon.
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Retirement Community Lifestyles University House Issaquah 22975 SE Black Nugget Road Issaquah, WA 98029
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The Funny Side of Life
Grandpa Screws Up and Then Saves the Day! …by Sy Rosen
I took my four-year-old granddaughter Summer to the bookstore to find some paperbacks that I would read to her. Even though Summer is brilliant, she Sy Rosen did not choose The Brothers Karamazov. However she did choose Monster High, Trolls, Dora the Explorer and My Little Pony. I then quickly leafed through the books to make sure they were right for her. My Little Pony had characters named Pinkie Pie, Sugar Grape and Mrs. Cake and I felt like I was going into a diabetic coma. I thought the book was a little too juvenile for Summer. Too juvenile for a four-year-old, was I insane? Okay, that’s a rhetorical question. I didn’t want to buy her that book, but my motives were pure. I wanted to keep her intellect at a high level. Okay, I was also trying to save the $4.99. Anyway I surreptitiously put My Little Pony back on the shelf. When I took Summer home, I was sure she wouldn’t realize what I had done. However, as we looked through the books she immediately started saying, “Where’s My Little Pony? I wanted you to read about Pinkie Pie. Pinky Pie, where are you?” And if that wasn’t bad enough, a small Little Pony tear started to roll down Summer’s eye. I did the only thing a grandfather could do. I lied. I told her the store forgot to give us the book. “They’re bad people,” Summer said. “They’re very bad people,” I replied with outrage in my voice. I then rushed back to the bookstore, but I couldn’t find My Little Pony anywhere. I ran to the checkout line and there was a mother with her little boy buying the last copy. “Excuse me,” I said, “I already bought that book.” “Really? It was for sale.” “I mean, I bought it in my mind,” I feebly said. “Well, I just bought it in reality,” the mother replied as she handed the cashier some money.
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Let’s Go To The Zoo …by Diana Couture
Today our heroines are on an afternoon outing to the Woodland “Okay, how about if I give you $6 for Park Zoo. Neither of the women had been to the zoo in years. And without it. That’s a dollar profit.” “No thanks, my son really wants it.” grandchildren and great-grands tagging “It’s just a stupid book,” I desperately along, they can enjoy the park as adults and not have to be running from one said. bathroom to the next with a toddler in Her young boy looked at me for a second and then a small Little Pony tear tow. Dawn had received a yearly family started to form out of the corner of his pass for the zoo for Christmas from her eye. I did the only thing I could do. I turned to the mother and said, “Okay, I’ll daughter. “I wonder if there’re any new zoo give you $7.” babies. I think I heard that a giraffe was The mother then gave me a look that said she was going to call security. It about to give birth,” Dawn speculated as the two walked from the bus stop was quite a look. conveniently located right at the front I quickly left and drove 40 miles entrance to the zoo. “I think anything to another bookstore (okay it was only in baby form is cute. Except maybe seven miles). There I found a whole a baby snake. After all, they’re still section of My Little Ponies. It was the Holy Grail of My Little Ponies. I thought shaped like a slithering, slimy snake,” Rose shuddered at the thought. I should buy five books just to make The Zoo Pass was as good as a up for my sin. However after careful magic wand and allowed the guests to consideration I just bought one – hey, pass without ever reaching into their those politicians are talking about wallets. “Thanks, Dawnie. This is a real cutting our social security. When I got to Summer’s house, treat. And I like the price, too.” They smiled as they entered and walked in I started reading My Little Pony silence to the signs directing them to to her. And maybe it wasn’t The different exhibits. “Usually we have Brothers Karamazov but it wasn’t to head for the lion exhibit or the that bad and Pinkie Pie is kind of cute. Truth be told, I never read The elephants or whatever the little kids are wanting to see. This time we can Brothers Karamazov, but I did read just wonder around willy-nilly and see the Cliff Notes (okay I couldn’t things at our own pace. And when even get through the Cliff Notes). we get tired, we’ll have a rest,” Dawn As I read aloud, I glanced stated emphatically. “Let’s get this party over and saw my granddaughter’s started,” Rose crowed. enthralled happy face and a small First stop was, of course, the Little Pony tear started to form in bathroom because they didn’t know the corner of my eye. ❖ when they’d run into another one. The next stop was a bench to sit and study the guide and decide what they wanted to see. Thirty minutes later they were still on the bench just enjoying the peoplewatching. “Rose, we’ve got to get up and go and see the animals. We’ve been just sitting here forever!” “Dawn, are you comfortable?” Rose I’ve seen unusual rashes before, but asked. “Well, yes I am,” this is incredible! There’s Fiji, and New Dawn answered. “Are Guinea! Look! You can even see snow on top of Mount Everest!” you cool and relaxed?” “Uhm, yes,” Dawn said.
“Well, then what’s the hurry? It’s so interesting just watching the world go by and we are all animals, aren’t we? So, even sitting here we’re enjoying what the animal kingdom has to offer.” Both giggled at that thought and decided to get on the move. As they walked toward the Tropical Rain Forest, Rose spied another bathroom. “Sorry, Dawn. But I’ve been trying to keep hydrated by drinking more water today and it seems I have to use the rest room again. Wait here for me. And don’t let a giant baboon carry you away,” Rose winked as she headed to the facilities. A quick walk through the Tropical Rain Forest delighted the girls with lemurs and jaguars, and the humidity gave them both frizzy hair. “We’ve got to find a restroom so I can run a comb through my hair, Rose. Look at me, I’m a frizzy fright.” Rose smiled and agreed that they needed a mirror and led the way to the nearest women’s room. The African Savanna was the next exhibit but the girls had to stop at the Rainforest Café for a cup of tea and a couple of ‘Zoodle’ cookies to gather strength for the walk. “Whew,” Rose commented as she wiped her brow with an embroidered hankie given to her by her mother. “This adventure is tiring me out. I want to see more of the animals, but I’m pooped. How are you feeling, Dawn?” Dawn leaned against a pole with multiple signs directing people to the Savanna, the Thai Village and Tropical Asia. The last of the signs pointed to the ‘Zoo Entrance’. “Rose, I was hoping you would say something. I’ve been faking my enthusiasm since the Rain Forest. This is just too much walking for one day for me.” She then pointed to the Zoo Entrance sign and said, “This is what I’d like to see next.” The tired women walked arm in arm to the entrance and had a seat on the bench at the bus stop. “That’s the beauty of a yearly pass, Rose. We don’t have to feel guilty for missing parts of the zoo. We can just come another time.” Rose was laughing and Dawn asked what was so funny. “I think we made as many or more ‘pit stops’ and rest stops as toddlers do.” Laughter ensued. ❖
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The Moore the Merrier (a septet of same surnames)
...by Len Elliott
Across 1. Fifty percent 5. Section of a long poem 10. Domesticate, in a way 14. Playing to ____ (typical soccer game result): 2 wds. 15. In the lead 16. “American ____” (singing contest show) 17. Hill, to Javier 18. “Good Times” actress Esther 19. Ankle-length dress 20. Two Moores: Portrayer of Laura Petrie on the “Dick Van Dyke Show”/Star of “G.I. Jane” 23. Observes 24. “So, what ____ is new?” 25. Arias, e.g. 28. Part of an SAT, sometimes 31. Biblical land founded by Esau 32. Yank out of the ground 34. ___ Kan (dog food brand) 37. Three Moores: James Bond in seven films/Host of “To Tell the Truth” and “I’ve Got a Secret”/British sculptor 40. It often follows “you” 41. Doles out 42. Prefix meaning strange or foreign (anagram of OXEN) 43. Frequent ____ miles 44. Dutch painter Jan 45. Dial or Ivory, e.g. 47. Cowardly Lion player
49. Two more Moores: Light heavyweight champ from 19521962/Filmmaker whose credits include “Bowling for Columbine” and “Fahrenheit 9/11” 55. Southwest Native-American 56. Ragu rival 57. Street ____ (rep in the hood) 59. Organic compound 60. Fall flower 61. Cry of achievement 62. NBA star Archibald or Thurmond 63. Back of a boat 64. Ending for many Asian countries Down 1. Cranky computer in “2001: A Space Odyssey”: abbr. 2. Kind of bomb or smasher 3. City in Ohio or Peru 4. Scary 5. A la ____ (menu option) 6. Sailor’s hails 7. Jodie Foster film 8. Story 9. Polish/German border river 10. In a ____ manner (opportune) 11. 2nd or 6th U.S. president 12. Pluck 13. Giant QB Manning 21. Affirmative response 22. “____ of a Salesman” (Miller play) 25. Hospital fluids
Remembering the 60s Most people from the era remember the “big” events of the 1960s. How about some of the lesser-known facts about this fascinating decade? • An item purchased in 1960 for $100 would cost about $800 today. The average income was $5,315 and a new house averaged $12,7000 • The first James Bond movie,
Dr. No, was released in 1962 starring Sean Connery in the first of his seven appearances as the British secret agent. The film’s budget was over by $100,000 and the producers wanted to halt production. Dr. No went on to gross $59.6 million worldwide. • In July of 1963, the U.S. Post Office introduced the Zone Improvement
26. Dumpster emanation 27. Theater seating area 28. Baseman’s bobble 29. Kind 30. Certain beans 32. Like an Andersen duckling 33. Wan 34. Replaceable joint 35. “Rule Britannia” composer 36. France’s third largest city 38. Kiner or Kramden 39. Removes, as a tooth 43. Effortless Plan, or ZIP code. This was the same time that the Post Office started using two-letter state abbreviations. Some locations ended up with noteworthy ZIP codes: General Electric’s headquarters in Schenectady, NY had the ZIP 12345. In 1964, the Forest Service’s mascot Smokey the Bear was so popular he received his own ZIP code. • In 1963, graphic artist Harvey Ross Ball was hired to create an image that
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44. “Quiet!” 45. Place to sweat it out 46. “Guilty, ____ guilty…”: 2 wds. 47. Big cat hybrid 48. Nut for squirrels 50. Certain hoppy brews: abbr. 51. Prefix for while, once 52. Dole out 53. Part of Q.E.D. 54. Helen of Troy’s mother 55. Buddhist discipline 58. Rather or Blocker would raise morale among the employees of State Mutual Life Assurance Company. He designed the iconic “smiley face” image in less than 10 minutes, for which he was paid $45. • On January 15, 1967, the Green Bay Packers teamed up against the Kansas City Chiefs at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum for the very first Super Bowl. ❖ Courtesy “Tidbits” newspaper of Palm Springs
SURPRISE! I felt pretty good about growing old And thought I was aging with grace Until they removed my cataracts And I got a good look at my face. -- Pat D’Amico
Middle Men ...by Len Elliott
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Each of the clues below can be answered with the names of two people. The first person’s surname is the first name of the second person. E.g., the clue Black activist and comedian/Tap dancing sensation leads to Dick Gregory Hines. What is the commonality among the “middle” names?
1. He played George Costanza on Seinfeld/Creator of mobiles and stabiles. 2. Pitcher for whom a surgery was named/Take Me Home, Country Roads singer. 3. Country vocalist married to Nicole Kidman/University of Alabama football coach. 4. Actress and panelist on What’s My Line/English explorer and privateer. Number 5. Guitar legend who sang with Mary Ford/One Limited of the Beatles.
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Scenes from Childhood
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Writing Corner
Greenhorn No More
A Lesson Learned
…by Bill Vossler
…by Ariele M. Huff
Last on my todo list on a school weekend would have been branding cattle when my buddy Frank invited me to play basketball with his hometown amateur team, coached by his brother Connie. Other weekends I’d helped Frank perform normal farm chores – dropping bales for the cows, checking water, hauling manure, putting out salt blocks. Nothing unusual or difficult. This time his older brother met us at the ranch and said, laughing, “Ready for a good time this weekend, Billy Boy?” Frank coughed, and said, “We might work a few calves in the morning. Small.” He held his palm low to the ground. “Shouldn‘t be too hard. Shouldn‘t take too long.” But he wouldn’t look me in the eye. The next morning, the roan saddled for me pegged me as a greenhorn. She dawdled along eating grass or stopped to admire the view, no matter how much I swore and urged her with my heels. At the corral, my spirits rose as I saw only a few small calves. I heaved a sigh of relief.My job was calf wrestler. With Frank at the front end of the calf and me at the rear, on a signal we grabbed the calf’s legs, threw it onto the ground on its side, dust flying. Sitting, with one foot we pushed the bottom leg forward and pulled the top leg back, immobilizing the calf. Frank said, “Don’t let go… until it’s been…ugh…branded,
and Luann injects…the blackleg serum.” We settled into a rhythm, then they seemed to be getting bigger. “Those yearlings are a little bigger. Didn’t get to them last year.” About a dozen brutish yearlings remained, each the size of a hippopotamus, with rippling thigh muscles and horns that gleamed menacingly in the sunlight. Despite our best efforts, they were big and strong enough to fight being seared on the rump with hot iron, pricked with a needle, or having their horns – or other parts – clipped off. I was getting sore from getting thumped by muscular legs and sharp hooves as the animals wriggled and kicked and scraped and pushed and bawled and mooed. I must have relaxed my grip on the next calf’s legs for a second while the branding iron and needle were applied. The calf bucked and the branding iron skidded off its rump onto my pants, scorching them. A second later I was shocked to feel the sting of a needle in my knee. LuAnn’s mouth opened in a stunned O. She withdrew the needle, its plunger half depressed. She apologized, but I’d already been inoculated. By the time we finished, my knee had puffed up, and remained stiff for a week, making it tough to run the basketball court. The upside: As a would-be writer at the time, I was always looking for new experiences to write about. And I suspect I’ll never contract blackleg. ❖
Many reasons exist for writing memoirs—life stories. One of the most important of those… according to me…is the Ariele M. Huff telling of the cautionary tale. Much like a fable with a didactic moral, the cautionary tale is a great gift for others who may need the same lesson. As readers, we really like an author who speaks to us with a humble voice. We learn so easily from this approach compared to one where we feel judged or criticized. For example, I’ve had a really good response to the second of my Kitten Love series of books called Learn from My Mistakes, and yes, I had plenty of them to share. Here’s a story written by Joan Minnis who gave it the title used for this column. This is an excellent illustration of a cautionary tale. “My husband left me and our three children when they were three years, two years and four months old. I felt so upset, angry and abandoned. One day, I read a devotional article that felt meant just for me. It pointed out not to teach your children negative things about your ex-spouse. Otherwise, when they grow up they will hate you (or words to that effect). I decided I needed to try hard to prevent alienating my children in that way. Years later, I discovered I had succeeded. After spending little time with our children
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through the years, my exhusband asked if he could take them for two weeks. They were 16, 15 and 13. My oldest daughter did not want to go. She said, “You let us think he was an all right guy, but I don’t think so.” She asked my new husband to convince me to let her stay home. However, he told her, ‘He is your father and you need to get to know him.’ We all agreed she should go for one week, then, if she wanted to come home I would insist that her dad send her back, even if the other two children wanted to stay. When we spoke after a week, my daughter agreed to stay. All the children ended up remaining for a whole month. During that time, they learned to be better swimmers since there was a pool. They went to lots of fun places and saw a lot more of the country. I am so glad I learned this lesson. It ended up being a blessing for my children. I am also glad that I didn’t give them a reason to hate me!” I loved hearing this story from Joan in our Mountlake Terrace Senior Center writing group. Someone gave me similar advice after my divorce, and I’ve always been so grateful for it. Both of us took some good advice. And now, we’re passing that along too. ❖ Do you have a good cautionary tale to share? I’m looking for some to put into Sharing Stories on Northwest Prime Times’ website…maybe into an eBook. Send tales to Northwest Prime Time or to me ariele@ comcast.net. Some tips about writing cautionary tales are on Northwest Prime Time’s website, in the ‘local’ section.
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I long for the smells of this place when I have been gone too long. Of salt and kelp and diesel fuel “My Dolphin Dream” mixed in a batter of liquid dough, Racing chariot through the rising up to sting my eager nostrils. night blue waves, Of dead fish and duck droppings flying midst the surf. stirred Joy fills my eyes. in a black-green saltwater stew, Rising from my sapphire boiling against the creosote-soaked dock. wake, Of French fries being bright spray like sparks rain, tossed in pale arcs of blue-green— to greedy seagulls riding the wind, my dolphin dream. in a dance for food. --Ariele M. Huff Of the rain-freshened pavement cleansed in a solution of water and pine needles, Poetry may be excerpted, edited, or used in swirled Sharing Stories on Northwest Prime Time’s toward the drain leading back to the bay. website. Send to ariele@comcast.net. --Shannon Miller
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Senior Events
Wisdom Cafes July 1, 2pm “Rise & Shine” Federal Way Library 34200 1st Way S, 253-838-3663; July 9, 2pm “Calming Down” Shoreline Library 345 NE 175th St, 206-362-7550; Aug 5, 2pm “Make New Friends and Keep the Old” Federal Way Library (see info above); Aug 6, 2pm “Rise & Shine” Shoreline Library (see info above), free facilitated discussions for seniors. Senior Games July 8-30, watch seniors compete in Olympic style games throughout south sound, 360-4130148, www.washingtonstateseniorgames.com Aging Smart Workshops July 11 & 27, Healthcare professionals discuss options in senior health matters, learn resources and questions to ask to make smart decisions, July 11, 6:30-7:30pm, Gig Harbor Library, 4424 Point Fosdick Dr NW; July 27, 10:30-11:30am; Canterwood Golf & Country Club, 12606 54th Ave NW, Gig Harbor, free! RSVP, 253-509.2340. www. AgingSmartEducationalWorkshops.org Rock-n-Roll Bingo July 12, 11:30-1pm, $5 for lunch and bingo cards, live music, Kent Senior Activity Center, 600 E. Smith St, 253-856-5150. Northshore Senior Center July 18, 2-3pm, if you are 90 or older, you are invited to our Birthday Party with live music, ice cream and cake, RSVP; July 12-Aug 16, 1-3:30pm Living Well with Diabetes, free, but RSVP; Aug 10-11, starts at 8am “Ransacked Attic Sale” and bake sale; 10201 East Riverside Dr., Bothell, 425-487-2441 Shoreline Senior Center July 18, 10:30am “Speaking Openly About Dying” short film, discussion follows, $4; July 21 & Aug 18 from 1-2pm “Summer Shorts for Seniors” guest librarian reads from favorites and opens the floor for listeners to share their tales, tea & cookies, Shoreline Senior Center, 18560 1st Ave NE, Suite 1, Shoreline, RSVP 206-3651536 Seniors Guide to Moving/Downsizing July 22, 11am-noon, “downsizing one bite at a time” by Kirk Vaux, Windermere downsizing realtor and guest speakers present at Issaquah Library, 10 West Sunset Way, Free, RSVP, 206850-4570. www.KirkVaux.com Annual Mobility Expo Aug 5, free event with BBQ lunch, valet parking, adaptive vehicles and equipment on display and info booths, Kersey Mobility, 6015 160th Ave E, Sumner, 253-863-4744, x 115. Senior Marimba Workshop Aug 7-11, 10:30am-noon, seniors and teens participate in intergenerational marimba band, $100 for week, Edmonds Center for the Arts, 410 Fourth Ave N, Edmonds, 425-275-9483. 5K to Support Seniors Aug 12, 9am-1pm, 5k walk or run at Seattle’s Seward Park supports services for seniors, postrace fair with snacks, $35, www.providence. org/treatyourself5k Alzheimer’s Talks Aug 17, 7:30pm, One Crazy Raven – storyteller, performer and healer shares a Native American’s perspective on aging, healing and the power of creative expression to enrich the lives of those touched by memory loss; Sept 27, 7:30pm Emmy award-winning actress and Alzheimer’s champion Jean Smart discusses her personal experiences with caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, Benaroya Hall. Tickets/ info www.theartofalzheimers.net Sound Generations 50th Anniversary Sept 29, 6pm (early bird discounts by July 20) auction, dinner and live music celebrating hits of Motown, benefits elderly neighbors in need, Grand Hyatt Seattle, 206-727-6267, pinpins@ soundgenerations.org
A Calendar of Places to Go, Do or See…
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Retirement Communities
Normandy Park Senior Living July 18, 2pm, join the party to clap and tap your toes with the ‘oldies but goodies’ Hanky Panky Travelling Four Band. 16625 1st Ave S, Normandy Park. 206-241-0821, www. normandyparksl.com Foss Home & Village Aug 26, 10am-3pm Farmer’s Market with fresh produce, arts & crafts and music (event is still accepting vendor applications) N 130th St & 1st Ave NW. 206-834-2581. www.fosscare.org Wesley Homes Sep 10 – save the date for Open House to view brand new senior cottages and residences in Des Moines and Puyallup! 206-824-5000. www. desmoines.wesleyhomes.org
Health Education
Hospice Volunteer Training 3 Wednesdays beginning July 26, 8am-5pm, Kirkland, volunteers serve hospice patients in King and Snohomish counties and choose patients in their own communities. volunteers provide practical and emotional support to hospice patients and their families including visiting, read to them, listen to life stories, www. evergreenhealth.com/volunteer-info Listening More Carefully July 31, 1-2:30pm Learn tips and strategies to improve listening and communication skills, free but RSVP, Peter Kirk Community Center, 352 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland, 425-587-3360. Alzheimer’s Talks Aug 17, 7:30pm, One Crazy Raven – storyteller, performer and healer shares a Native American’s perspective on aging, healing and the power of creative expression to enrich the lives of those touched by memory loss; Sept 27, 7:30pm Emmy award-winning actress and Alzheimer’s champion Jean Smart discusses her personal experiences with caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, Benaroya Hall. Tickets/ info www.theartofalzheimers.net
Community Events
Rainbow Bingo Tiki Luau July 7, 6-9pm, games, prizes, beer, band, costume contest, drag queens, raises money for senior programs, $20-$25, dinner/drinks available separately, SE Seattle Senior Center, 4655 S. Holly St, Seattle, 206-722-0317. Honor Flight Fundraiser July 8, 3:30-7pm, Honor Flight transports veterans to Washington D.C. to visit the memorials built in their honor, free for veterans with priority given to seniors, made possible through donations. Dinner, entertainment, raffle, $30, 253-303-1130, www. pugetsoundhonorflight.org Wedgewood Art Festival July 8-9, 10am-5pm, local artists, entertainment, food & fun, corner of 35the Ave NE & NE 89th, Seattle, www.wedgewoodfestival.com 6th Annual Polish Festival July 8, authentic Polish food, live music, dance, local workshops, demos/workshops, Seattle Ctr. Kla Ha Ya Days July 12-16, this lively event has been running for over 100 years in Snohomish, klahayadays. com/events/schedule/ Capital Lakefair July 12-16, rides and games on the shores of Olympia’s Capital Lake, live entertainment including Elvis “impressionist” food booths, parade & fireworks, www.lakefair.org Shoreline Library Events July 13, 3-6pm, bring in your broken lamp, ripped jeans, busted chair and other household items to the free Repair Café – skilled ‘fixers’ will be there to help repair your items free but RSVP 206-477-4481; July 26, 7-8pm Nick Licata discusses “Becoming a Citizen Activist”; 345 NE 175th St, 206-362-7550.
Military Veterans Café July 19, 9:30-11am, have a bite to eat, enjoy the conversation, Plum Delicious Family Restaurant, 3212 NW Sunset Blvd, Renton, contact Henry at tincanmandd793@gmail.com NW Mushroom Festival July 29-31, cooking demos, culinary and mushroom experts, educational speakers, farm tours, delicacies from local restaurants, $5, Steilacoom & Marvin Road. Lacey, www. pnwmushroomfest.org The Women of the Boeing Company July 29, 2-3pm, Betsy Case discusses “first” women of Boeing including the WWII “Rosies” Richmond Beach Library, 19601 21st Ave NW, Shoreline, 206-546-3522. The Untold Story of Mt. St. Helens July 31, 7-8:30pm, Steve Olsen discusses his book “Eruption” Third Place Commons in Lake Forest Park Towne Center. Olympia Brewfest Aug 5, 30 NW breweries at Port Plaze, Olympia, www.olybrewfest.com Mountlake Terrace Library Aug 5, 2-4pm “Understanding the Climate Crisis” for non-scientists; Aug 16, 5:30-7:30pm discussion on hikes for the Fall by naturalist and photographer, both FREE, 23300 58th Ave W, 425-776-8722. Coupeville Arts Festival Aug 12-13, 10am-6pm, arts & crafts vendors from across the country, wine reception, beer garden, food court and live entertainment with Penn Cove as backdrop, Coupeville, Whidbey Island, www.coupevillefestival.com Harbor Days & Tug Boat Races Sep 1-3, 30 tugboats on display, Sunday at noon leave for annual race, entertainment, food, arts booths, Percival Landing in downtown Olympia, www.harbordays.com
Garden & Outdoor
Goat-alympics July 8, 10am-4pm goats compete in races, obstacle courses, musical chairs, costume contests, silent auction, raffle, food trucks, adoptable goats, Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 14405 179th Ave SE, Monroe, free, www. newmoonfarm.org Edmonds in Bloom Garden Tour July 16, five private gardens, $15-$20, www. edmondsinbloom.com PowellsWood Storytelling Festival July 22, 9:30-5pm world class storytelling in garden setting, $20, $5 kids, 430 S. Dash Point Rd, Federal Way, 253-529-1620, www. powellswood.org/festival Lake Sammamish Outdoor Classes Fri-Sat-Sun thru Sep 2, join park staff for outdoor classes on wetlands, creatures & more, 2000 NW Sammamish Road, Issaquah, more info call Joy 425-455-7010. Alzheimer’s Walk Registration now open to teams or to volunteer for 12 Alzheimer’s walks across the state https:// act.alz.org
Exhibits
White River Valley Museum July 12-Dec 17 “Salish Modern” innovative art with ancient roots, 918 “H” St SE, Auburn, 253288-7433, wrvmuseum.org Tacoma Art Museum Thru Aug 20, 60 years of printmaking from NW coastal tribes, 253-272-4258, tacomaartmuseum Washington State History Museum Thru Aug 20, contemporary Native Arts, 1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, 253-272-3500. Seattle Art Museum Thru Sept 10 “Infinity Mirrors” explores 65year career of Yayoi Kusama, special events throughout summer, visitsam.org/kusama Bellevue Arts Museum Thru Oct 22 “Cut Up/Cut Out” national and international artists explore decorative cutting, 425-519-0770, www.bellevuearts.org
Theater
Twin Peaks Live July 7-9, 14-16 Fremont’s West of Lenin Theater, 203 N. 36th St, Seattle, www.westoflenin.com Festival of Shorts July 7-9, Wade James Theatre, 950 Main St, Edmonds, 425-774-9600. Seattle Outdoor Theater Festival July 14-15, 16 performances by nine local theater companies on three stages, Volunteer Park, www.greenstage.org
Musical Theater
Village Theatre Thru July 30 “Dream Girls” the R&B spectacular set in the 60s, Everett, 425-257-8600, www. villagetheatre.org Concert for America July 6, 7pm, “Stand Up, Sing Out!” special one-night only star-studded concert benefitting organizations working for human rights, www.5thavneue.org
Classical Music
Seattle Symphony Jul 1, 8pm Seattle Symphony accompanies live screening of Stanley Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey; July 13, 14, 16 the Symphony performs music of “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” while film is shown, Benaroya Hall, 206-215-4747, www.seattlesymphony.org Music at St. James Cathedral July 6, 12:15pm Cincinnati Boychoir (free); Summer Organ Recital Series at 7pm followed by gelato in the courtyard - July 14, July 28, Aug 18 ($15 donation); Aug 14, 7:30pm Senior High School Recital (free); 804 9th Ave, Seattle, 206-382-4874. Whidbey Island Music Festival July 28-Aug 6, chamber music concerts, St. Augustine’s in-the-woods, www. whidbeyislandmusicfestival.org
Pop, Jazz, Folk, Country
American Roots Music Series All concerts start at 7pm, July 1Army Reserve Dixieland Band; , July 8 Caribbean Steelband; July 15 Family Irish Band; July 22 Squirrel Butter jug band; July 29 La Famille French Canadian music; Deception Pass State Park, 41020 State Rte 20, (Discover Pass parking required) Jazz Alley July 5-6 Pearl Django Gypsy Jazz; July 7-9 Nearly Dan plays the music of Steely Dan, 2033 6th Ave, Seattle, 206-441-9729, www. jazzalley.com Thumbnail Theatre July 20, 6-7pm Danielle Anderson Workshop – nationally touring singer songwriter shares ukulele workshop, bring your uke and prepare for fun followed by concert $35; July 29, 7:30pm Steve Brooks $20, 1211 4th St, Snohomish, 360-568-9412. Amos Lee at Benaroya July 11, singer-songwriter Amos Lee joins Seattle Symphony to play songs from latest album, 7:30pm, $50-$90, 206-215-4747, www. benaroyahall.org Normandy Park Senior Living July 18, 2pm, join the party to clap and tap your toes with the ‘oldies but goodies’ Hanky Panky Travelling Four Band. 16625 1st Ave S, Normandy Park. 206-241-0821, www. normandyparksl.com The O’Jays & Gladys Night July 20, presented by Tulalip Resort Casino Amphitheater, www.tulalipcasino.com Oak Harbor Music Festival Sep 1-3, 30 bands, all types of music, beer and food, free, located in historic Oak Harbor, Whidbey Island, www.oakharborfestival.com Legends Music Tribute Sept 4, tribute bands for Heart, Jimi Hendrix, the Spazmatics, Washington State Fairgrounds (free with fair admission), www.thefair.com/concerts
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10am-3pm Foss Village N. 130th St. and 1st Ave. NW. Fresh Produce, Flowers, Art & Crafts and Music Accepting Arts & Craft Vendor Applications Information: www.fosscare.org or 206-834-2581
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Revisiting Woodstock with John Scheele
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John explains, “Director Oliver Stone posed ...continued from page 1 the challenge of showing the focused on conservation issues. She used World Trade my crowd photo from Woodstock as one Center attacks. That was a of her magazine covers, which meant a big one – and lot to me.” an emotional Though photography and film became his career choice, environmental and humbling experience for concerns remain a keen interest. That me.” He teamed came easily to kids growing up in up with Oliver “Woodpecker Woods,” their 75-acre again on natural preserve in rural Ohio. With Rick Danko and Janis Joplin. John took this photo during a whistle-stop streams and an ancient forest to explore, Alexander. “To tour with Jerry Garcia, The Band and Janis Joplin in 1970. “It was a joyful party, with just the musicians and a few of us along to help out with recreate that John and his two brothers had the the equipment,” recalls John. © 2017 John Scheele, all rights reserved. ancient world opportunity to observe nature – and and his battle learn to be patient. “I remember, as a scenes, we went to the top academics at John also has several other ideas in four-year-old, slowly stalking a robin Oxford University. I studied cast copies the works. He especially looks forward around the yard for hours on end until I there of the very statues that Alexander to developing projects in the Northwest could finally touch its tail. restored to Athens when he toppled on songwriting and music. “Seattle has a “My love of nature is with me Babylon in 480 BC.” great music scene – and the Museum of always. And like my father and John’s effects work was most recently Pop Culture might be a place to exhibit grandfather, I became an avid collector, seen in Rules Don’t Apply, which opened and take these projects further.” He winning awards for my butterfly on Thanksgiving 2016: “It’s a story believes these immersive virtual reality collection and even contributing a that centers on Warren Beatty playing experiences will give people a new way record-size Eastern Red Spotted Newt to Howard Hughes during the years he to experience their history and offer the Museum’s permanent archive.” was becoming a mentally ill recluse. We a means to pass on their insights and One of John’s favorite things was knowledge. watching his father create the Museum’s painstakingly brought back 1958 Los Angeles and Las Vegas for this project, John’s longtime girlfriend, Wendy life-like exhibits and dioramas. That which had been gestating for almost Cutler, is an actress and voice-over artist. same kind of patience and attention to 30 years. Warren proceeds at a very She worked with Robin Williams, John detail are necessary skills to be a first-rate deliberate pace in developing a script. Ritter and Gary Shandling, among visual effects artist. “It can take many “All these films required long and others, in her parallel career in Improv years to research a film and develop careful research to faithfully render an – starting in 1975 with the “Off The its look,” John says. “It’s even more immersive period look. Frankly, this Wall” troupe. The couple now live partcomplicated than stalking robins! was much more satisfying than a simple time on Cottage Lake, and spend time “There was also an important fantasy film.” with the frogs and bald eagles there. element of teamwork at the Museum, And now John is combining his “The Northwest forests and wetlands are with artists and scientific experts love of photography and expertise in spectacularly beautiful – and remind me collaborating. I worked at the Harvard visual effects for a new project. For most very much of my childhood in Ohio.” Museum during my years in Cambridge of us, family photos or home movies are John and Wendy intend to both and that same group effort is a hallmark irreplaceable keepsakes. They are the continue their professional careers in Los of filmmaking. Early on, Visual Effects precious time-markers of our lives. Even Angeles and also express their creativity was referred to as trick photography,” if we don’t look at them often, we know in the Northwest. John explains. “It was already part of they’re there, sitting in a drawer or on a If you’d like to see more of John’s Trip to the Moon in 1902 by Georges shelf, holding real moments of our lives photos from the Woodstock period, Méliès. The Wizard of Oz, Citizen Kane in suspension. How would you like to John’s daughter Georgia helped create and North by Northwest also used matte relive those moments in a new way – to a website for his photos – you can start paintings and forced-perspective to have those memories experienced as part with this link: www.facebook.com/ create brilliant illusions. Those earlier of your own virtual reality? PhotographybyJohnScheele/. ❖ films represent Hollywood magic at its “It’s entirely possible,” claims John. best.” “There’s a new hybrid technology that Delores M. Dahl is a West Seattle native An early landmark in John’s career combines the large-screen impact of an and now lives in Bothell. She is especially was the 1982 film Tron. “That was a IMAX film with advanced virtual reality happy that John and Wendy will be spending major breakthrough for visual effects headsets that see the world in 3D. You more time in the Northwest, since Wendy is – we used computers for the first time experience an overwhelming sense of her daughter! Delores is a writer and retired to create a digital world.” He went on “presence” within just a few minutes – it Northshore school teacher, and author of to work on Dick Tracy, Blade Runner, feels as though you are standing right “Rebel and The Promise” – a coming-of-age Batman Returns and Mars Attacks, and there.” John will use this technology to young adult historical novel she describes as became the first Vice President of Visual celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the “full of daring-do adventure circa 1860.” Effects at Warner Bros. Woodstock Festival with an immersive “I enjoyed making fantasy films, virtual reality film to bring those but then I had the opportunity to remarkable days back to life. turn towards more realistic work.” Crossword Solution Solution to puzzle on page 19
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Preserving Family Stories
Silver Screen Classics
…by Angie Marshall, Co-Founder of LifeCapsule
five sites currently participating in the program give input into what kinds of movies are shown. “I tailor it for the audience. The people in Lake Forest Park have asked for some silent movies. Here [in Wallingford], I do a wide range of stuff including musicals and comedies. The people at Pike Market like action,” she says. In July, Hall will bring Now Voyager with Bette Davis to Wallingford. One of the Wallingford audience members said of Silver Screenings, “We were really wanting to do something like this.” The Scarecrow Project, which provides the program at no charge thanks in part to NEA and Washington Arts grants, has helped make it happen. Silver Screenings are held as follows. Check with participating centers for more specific information on dates, times and titles: • Phinney/Greenwood Senior Center, quarterly • Pike Market Senior Center, quarterly • Shoreline/Lake Forest Park Senior Center, 1st Friday of the month, 1:30pm • University Heights Center, 2nd Friday of the month, 3:30pm • Wallingford Senior Center, 2nd Wednesday of the month, 3:30pm ❖
While under fire in France, he was hit by shrapnel, but continued to help Tosh Yasutake describes his other wounded soldiers, earning a childhood as typical, but his freshman Bronze Star and a Purple Heart. year of college brought change Yasutake considers this injury a far beyond his imagination. From lucky strike. One week after he was sent unwarranted imprisonment to finding to the hospital, his Infantry was ordered Tosh Yasutake love, Yasutake was faced with incredible to rescue the “Lost Battalion,” which struggle, but sees his life as one filled is now known as one of the riskiest When the couple heard about with happiness and satisfaction. rescues of the war. “The fellow who a new company, LifeCapsule Yasutake partnered with a local took my place got killed there,” recalls Productions, they knew they had business, LifeCapsule Productions, to Yasutake. to sign up. LifeCapsule specializes capture his story on film for his family After three months in the hospital, in working with families to create to share for generations. Yasutake finished his deployment and personalized documentaries that Born in Seattle to Japanese parents, on December 7th, 1945 was discharged. capture elders’ stories, big and small. Yasutake’s “normal life” was forever The all Japanese-American 442nd As a tribute to Yasutake upon his changed on December 7, 1941 when Infantry would later be known as the passing, the documentary was played Pearl Harbor was attacked. Never most decorated infantry in US history. at his memorial service. “We are so before afflicted by racism, Yasutake Upon landing back in the US, thankful for such a beautiful way to recalls, “I was pretty sure we wouldn’t Yasutake fulfilled his promise to himself remember Grandpa and share him be interned, being American citizens.” and went to New York City. In his last with people who won’t get the pleasure Just a few hours after the attack, month there, he met the love of his of knowing him,” reflects Yasutake’s the FBI were at the Yasutake home and life, Fumi. They quickly fell in love, but granddaughter Madison Williamson. their father was imprisoned. Soon, the Yasutake had to go back to Seattle to Giving people the opportunity to family put into an internment camp finish his degree. know their ancestors is one of the goals with nothing more than a tar-papered The two spent the next three years of LifeCapsule, We want to preserve barrack. writing letters, until Yasutake flew the wisdom of our elders, and empower In hopes of proving his family’s Fumi to the West coast to be married. the tradition of passing stories from loyalty to the United States, and to “Two days before the wedding, she got generation to generation. Storytelling is free his father from prison, Yasutake acute appendicitis,” Yasutake explains not just fulfilling for the storyteller, but volunteered for the Army. “As we through laughter, “So we decided to go when captured and shared, those stories were shipping out [to war], I thought, ahead and have [the wedding] in the will teach and inspire generations to ‘Oh, I’m going to die without seeing hospital…that was the beginning of come ❖ New York City!’ ” says Yasutake, “So our marriage. I spent that week holding I promised myself to go when I got hands with her during visiting hours.” If you would like to learn how to create your back—if I got back.” Tosh and Fumi built a beautiful life own Legacy Film, or to hear the stories of As a combat medic, his duty was together in Seattle, raising four children others, call 253-470-8058 or visit www. to respond to injuries in the battlefield. and enjoying numerous grandchildren. LifeCapsulePro.com.
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