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EAR READERS, What fun we’ve been having with these first six issues in our new magazine format. I hope you’ve been enjoying the change. We’ve received many very positive comments about the new format, so thank you. We’ve also received comments from those who don’t like it so much, miss the feel of newspaper and, frankly, wish we’d go back to how it used to be. But we’re all embracing this change together, as we seek to share information with you on how to live your best life and appreciate all that our area has to offer. If you’ve got an idea for a story, or the type of advertising you’d like to see, please let us know. We sincerely enjoy hearing from you. This month we focus on a slightly more serious topic — that of chronic conditions. As we navigate this human experience, we understand we might find ourselves dealing with illnesses we never expected to. Some of them are preventable; some are not. Some are curable; others are not. Just to highlight a few of our stories — In “Living Well,” we discuss a series of classes that help you cope with some of these conditions. In another article, we share personal stories of dealing with fibromyalgia. And in “Comics 4 Cancer,” we write about the efforts of one man using his interests in comic books to raise funds for the American Cancer Society. For even more stories, please visit northwest50plus.com during the month of June. If something you read resonates, please share it with others. Let’s do this together. MICHELLE TE General Manager/Editor
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The ‘other’ fuchsia By G RAC E P E T E R S O N
TURN YOUR ATTENTION TO THE HARDY VARIETY
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OES THE WORD FUCHSIA conjure up the image of a beautiful Mother’s Day hanging basket with hundreds of dangling jewels in rich reds and purples? If so, you’re not alone. You’re likely seeing them at nurseries this time of year, displayed in long rows at hoop houses, providing instant color gratification for yourself or that special loved one. However, I feel compelled to mention the other fuchsia, the unsung hero and shrubby plant that deserves every bit as much praise as the famous hanging basket type — the hardy fuchsia. When I was a kid, I was always enchanted to see Fuchsia magellanica blooming in summer gardens. Its presence added a colorful, tropical flare to the border. You’ve probably seen it, too — hundreds of thin, earring-blossoms with red sepals surrounding a purple corolla complemented by dark green, glossy foliage. This is the most common of the shrub or hardy fuchsias. But thanks to gifted plant propagators and hybridizers there are hundreds more varieties nowadays. The word “hardy” in plant terminology means able to survive the winter and return each spring. Many of the hardy shrub fuchsias are completely winter hardy here in our USDA Zone 8 Pacific Northwest gardens.
They’re big plants, two to five feet tall and wide. They’re long blooming, from June until frost and will attract all kinds of pollinators including territorial hummingbirds. Hardy fuchsias are easy to grow with only a few requirements to keep them healthy and happy. First, rich, organic soil is a must, so if your soil is heavy clay, like mine, you’ll want to incorporate a good amount of organic matter (compost) into the planting area. Fuchsias like moist soil but don’t want their roots in soggy-wet mud so make sure water doesn’t pool in the spot where you’re planning to grow them. Full sun is OK for hardy fuchsias if you can keep the soil consistently moist with a sprinkler or drip system. If you’re like me and don’t have automatic watering, morning sun and afternoon shade is probably better. Too much shade and you won’t have flowers so experiment with placement. If the plants aren’t performing well in one spot, they can be dug up and moved when they’re dormant. Early spring is ideal. Gallon-sized plants, planted in spring, are more likely to do better than smaller ones planted in fall because the spring-planted ones have all summer and fall to get their roots established. The bigger the plant, the better the chance of winter survival. Unlike most plants which should be planted right at the plant’s crown, fuchsias should be planted a few inches
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deeper. This will keep the crowns from freezing during the winter, especially if you cover the plant with leaves in the fall. After a frost, it is tempting to cut off the woody, bare stems but hold off doing so until you see new growth in spring. After a mild winter (like we had this last winter) new growth will develop not just at the base of the plant but also along those bare stems that you were smart enough to leave alone, giving your plant a head start. During the growing season, you can fertilize the plants but an annual top dressing of compost and consistently moist soil is really all they need. Hardy fuchsia blossoms come in colors of red, pink, purple, lavender, white and coral, from smaller single blossoms to big, fat blossoms like the ones in the hanging baskets. My favorites are ‘Baby Ann’ with medium-pink sepals and a dark pink corolla; ‘Lady Bacon’ with a thin, red tube, white sepals and bluish-purple corolla; and ‘Debron’s Black Cherry’ with deep, shiny-red chunky sepals and a plum-purple corolla. But I’ve never met a hardy fuchsia I didn’t like. ☸
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what do you know? By L I N DA M EY E R
FINDING THE TRUTH AMONG FAMILY LORE
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HAT DO YOU KNOW? This is something genealogists ask themselves repeatedly as they research their families. It’s the one beginners are instructed to answer when getting started, usually followed by “How do you know it?” Genealogists are first encouraged to research “home sources.” These would be documents, letters, diaries, etc., that may be in places like their house, garage, attic or basement. In addition, genealogists contact their relatives regarding their stories, and the material they may have in their houses, garages, attics, and so forth. Sometimes, stories and memories are the only things you have to work with as you attempt to prove that these stories and memories are true. Here are stories I heard about my family, and which didn’t always turn out the way I expected. My Aunt Gwen told us our family came over on the Mayflower, yet the earliest arrival I have confirmed was an ancestor who arrived in Connecticut in 1634 — with no connection to the Mayflower. At least one family arrived at Plymouth but didn’t stay long before moving to Connecticut. My father said that his paternal grandmother was English, and his paternal grandfather was Scottish. I took this to mean that they emigrated from those countries to Canada. My research proved this wrong. They were both born in Canada. The closest English immigrant for my great-grandmother was her great-grandmother
who came from Yorkshire, England. My great-grandmother was a British citizen and considered herself English. My great-grandfather, born in Nova Scotia, had a father born in Scotland and a mother born in Nova Scotia. He considered himself Scottish. Interestingly though, Canada didn’t become a country until 1871, and even then, its citizens considered themselves to be British, Scottish or Irish. My father also said we were related to a particular family in Boston, Massachusetts. I could not find a family by that name in Massachusetts, so that story ended up being bogus. I did, however, find many Canadian relatives who moved to Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine, principally for jobs. Now, on my mother’s side, the story about her family leaving Germany and coming to the United States centered on deteriorating conditions in Germany. It wasn’t until my grandparents had died and I was researching in Germany that my mother told me the real story. My grandfather was a laborer who worked on the railroad. In his free time, he played, refereed and coached soccer. It was this activity that brought him to the attention of the Nazis. They approached him and asked if he would help establish what would become the Hitler Youth. He turned them down. His wife was afraid for their lives, so they left Germany and sailed from Bremen to New York in January 1926. Family stories can be wonderful things. They can entertain us. They may be completely true, false or somewhere in between. In any case, they can form a direction for our family history research. ☸
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CLASSES ADDRESS MANAGING CHRONIC CONDITIONS T’S ONE THING TO DEAL WITH HAVING A BROken arm or pulled muscle — everyone has to face temporary setbacks in the normal course of life.
But it’s another thing entirely learning to live with a chronic condition such as diabetes or asthma, which take daily management and, most often, a change in lifestyle. Leslie Gilbert coordinates the Lane Council of Governments’ Living Well program and teaches three classes: Living Well with Chronic Conditions, Living Well with Chronic Pain, and Living Well with Diabetes. The free six-week classes help group members find support, manage stress, deal with fatigue and frustration, improve activity levels, improve communication between healthcare providers and family members and, in general, solve the problems associated with dealing with chronic conditions. “The Living Well programs were created at Stanford School of Medicine and they are designed for adults with chronic health issues to work on their health habits and support their health, so no matter what their health issues are they can have a better outcome,” Gilbert says.
Strategies
Classes include strategies such as how to work in exercise (every little bit helps), positive thinking, pain control and developing better relationships. “The groups are peer-led,” she says. “All of the leaders of these groups have something we’re dealing with ourselves, so it’s not like we’re an expert shaking our finger at you. We help you plan, set goals and figure out what you can do differently.” The diabetes class, for example, has an emphasis on monitoring levels — it’s not a medical class on how to use insulin, but it does provide support and information about sticking to a healthy diet. Caregivers also are encouraged to learn support techniques. 6 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS SOUTH VALLEY | JUNE 2019
Gilbert, who grew up with her own chronic health issues, began teaching these programs in 2015, shortly after Lane COG took over coordination of the program locally from PeaceHealth. “If we can make choices under our doctor’s care or within the medical system then we have things we can do,” she says. “That’s where my passion is. The real strength of it is to help people be more in control, because for so long medicine was about acute care. The doctor became known as the one who could fix everything, who knew the answer. There wasn’t a lot of investment to allow the patient to educate themselves and be in this for the long haul.” Changes in the medical industry means patients are advocating more for themselves, which means figuring out more on their own what will and won’t work.
Encouragement
Yet many of us with chronic conditions need help and encouragement on how advocating works. “We’re starting to see that the daily choices we make can and do make things easier,” Gilbert says.
When life is challenging, it’s easy to lose track of the things that are actually going well. Gilbert suggests examining habits around sleeping, or starting a daily gratitude journal. Recognizing simple changes can make a huge difference mentally. Katherine Witt, 78, is a graduate of the Living Well with Diabetes program. She’s been living with diabetes for 25 years and enjoyed the “refresher” that the class offered. “There is a great deal of information available now online about diabetes,” Witt says, “and so you just feel kind of inundated with information about diabetes. The class is in a structured form so that makes it easier to be able to focus on various aspects of diabetes. It’s not covering everything willy-nilly.” She enjoyed being with others dealing with similar circumstances and being able to openly share her thoughts and goals. At each class, participants are encouraged to choose a specific goal for the upcoming week. “Getting support in the class I felt was very helpful,” Witt says. “If your goal was to walk an hour a day, three days a week or something specific, then when you came back, you’d be able to tell the class if you succeeded or if there were some problems keeping you from reaching your goal. You felt that the class was supportive, and you felt accountable to them, so you really wanted to try to make sure that you fulfilled your goal.”
A safe space
Gilbert feels it’s important her group members feel safe asking questions. “People are emotional sometimes and there can be a lot of fear and grief and other emotions that come up,” she says. “Although we are an educational program, a lot of the time the most valuable thing is that they are in a room with people who share many of the same things they share. They can see Some recent class members gathered for a final photo.
Much of the class is structured by class members — what they need and how they want to help one another. (Courtesy of Leslie Gilbert)
that they are not alone.” It’s a chance to talk about the things group members are struggling with. “One thing we talk about is how we get health information that is reliable,” Gilbert says. “A lot of information is basically scams.” When you’re dealing with a chronic condition you get fatigued. You may have an inability to sit or stand for very long which makes events like a doctor visit or daily chores a struggle. Gilbert can suggest modifications, such as sitting on a stool when doing food prep or using adaptive tools for gardening. “We talk about the idea of being able to pace yourself and plan your day, so you keep your energy,” Gilbert says. “Being able to break down activities into smaller chunks allows people to do more and keep their enjoyment of
the activity. So much of it is mindset — this isn’t about curing your chronic pain because that isn’t easy to do but, to use the analogy of a pain scale, we can bring you from an 8 to a 6, or give you periods of time in your day where you’re able to cope better.” ☸
Of note
The six-week courses meet weekly. Times and locations vary, and rotate among Eugene, Springfield, Cottage Grove and Florence. Classes are free for anyone suffering from a chronic condition or their caregiver. A walking program is offered during the warmer months. Visit lanelivingwell.org, or stop by 1015 Willamette St., Eugene. Call 541-682-4103 or send an email to livingwell@lcog.org.
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YOUR HEALTH | CHRONIC CONDITIONS
The faces of fibro By M A RY OW E N
THIS MYSTERIOUS CONDITION MAKES EVERYDAY TASKS PAINFUL, DIFFICULT
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IBROMYALGIA SUFFERERS know what it’s like to live with chronic pain and have their lives turned upside down. “Fibro sucks,” says Stephanie Bobb, who has lived with the chronic condition for about 14 years. “Unfortunately, this disease comes in all shapes and
sizes. I refuse to let it define me.” When a flare strikes, simple acts, such as her husband putting his arm on her shoulder, make Bobb hurt. When her doctor offered her a whole list of medications, she opted instead for acupuncture and seeing a naturalistic doctor, who helped her to better manage her symptoms. Up to 12 million North Americans suffer from fibromyalgia, a medical syndrome characterized by chronic widespread pain, allodynia or pain from touching, bumping and other stimulus which is not normally painful, and extremely painful and heightened response to pressure. Research suggests it’s caused by a glitch in the way the body perceives pain.
What is it?
The most common method of diagnosis is a “tender point” exam, and the areas of tenderness need to occur at 11 or more of 18 specified points and widespread pain in all four quadrants of the body for three months. The method is now considered out of date, and more doctors are identifying the condition by using a pain index plus a symptom severity scale, and even genetic testing. The “invisible” illness is often misdiagnosed and has no cure. 8 NORTHWEST 50 PLUS SOUTH VALLEY | JUNE 2019
People living with fibromyalgia may endure muscle tenderness and spasms, full-body pain, restless sleep, depression/anxiety, trouble focusing or “brain fog,” nerve pain, limb weakness and bowel problems, all of which make it harder to function. Other aspects of the chronic condition are more of a mystery — cause, diagnosis and treatment. “We are not crazy,” says Teressa Brooks. “What we feel is real.” What the medical field does know is that the disease affects mostly women, most commonly in ages 30 to 50 at on-start. Some who have the disease also may have suffered from trauma at some time in life. Fibromyalgia may be connected to other conditions such as chronic fatigue syndrome, irritable bowel syndrome, sleep apnea, migraines, rheumatoid arthritis and other such diseases. And although not considered to be a genetic condition, fibro does cluster in families. “Fibro is something that doesn’t have a face,” Brooks says. “It hides within our bodies, and we battle all kinds of issues, from headaches, muscle pain, leg cramps, brain fog — you name it.”
Living with fibro
Brooks has lived with fibro, as many with the condition call it, since having an ovary removed in 2016. “That put me in medical menopause, so having unbalanced hormones is what started my nightmare,” Brooks says. “It causes weakness and makes it hard to get out of bed sometimes. I tire easy. I never know when the next flare will be. I have lost jobs, friends and family. My kids don’t understand why I don’t want to do anything. It’s because I hurt and
I’m exhausted.” Brooks recently started a fibromyalgia support group in Stayton to help others like herself talk about the condition that so many people — and medical professionals — have a hard time believing is real. “It’s just very challenging to live in pain,” says Marci Cooper of Stephanie Bobb Salem. “I have become a master at pushing through the pain, although certain situations still get the best of me and force me to lie down for a while. Probably the most challenging issue of all is accepting the fact that 12 years later, I’m still dealing with it.” For most, cold or humid weather, too much or too little sleep, poor sleep, doing daily chores, stress and other triggers cause pain levels to rise. Other diseases often crop up, complicating daily life even further. Although women between 25 and 60 are affected most often, those outside the age range and men, who often go undiagnosed, also fall victim to the disease. Shawna Schaeffer was only 36 when diagnosed. Now two years later, she says, “I am starting to face the reality that there is no cure for what I have and what I will face later compiled with the pains I have now, I’m just not sure how I can live in that state. It’s especially hard at 38 because I know I have many, many more years of this.”
Is there treatment?
Schaeffer is one of the fortunate to have a supportive family member. Her husband gives her “wonderful, light massage to make my pain feel better.” She also soaks in a hot tub to ease the pain. “I tried CBD and didn’t have much luck,” she says. “My husband has been making sure I take calcium, iron and
glucosamine daily along with my new medication, gabapenten. I just want to live a pain-free life. I want to know what that’s like again.” To help with her fibromyalgia, Marci Cooper of Salem says she has tried “everything under the sun.” “I was part of the fibromyalgia program at OHSU, and they couldn’t find a way to help me,” she says. “After years of massage, counseling, physical therapy, occupational therapy, acupuncture, warm water exercise, and on and on, what has ended up working the best for me is an assortment of medications and the art of distractions. “I try to fill my free time with things I enjoy — grandchildren, chorus, photography, learning to paint,” she adds. “I do see a pain specialist, rheumatologist, spine specialist, cardiologist and my general practitioner. It takes a village to manage fibromyalgia.” Shawna Schaeffer Salem resident Jane Taliaferro was diagnosed with fibro 15 years ago, but recalls having symptoms when she was a child. She says what helps the most is taking magnesium malate, gentle exercise such as walking and stretching, hot baths with Epsom salt, regular massage, and “most of all, getting lots of sleep and trying to stay relaxed and calm.” Brooks uses analgesic, lotions, pain management, support groups and more. “What I do to ease my pain is rest, pain meds and de-stress,” she says. “It’s a hand toss most of the time. You do anything you can to make it less miserable. “Fibro doesn’t need to be a life sentence,” she adds. “The most important things about fibro are self-care — learn to relax and don’t push yourself.” ☸
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Salsa isn’t just about tomatoes, even though that’s great, too. The sweet, tart taste of summer fruit is sure to please your palate. ▶▶Dice your favorite variety of local strawberries and combine with other fruits you enjoy. Some options include pineapple, mango, kiwi or peaches. ▶▶Add (to your liking) chopped jalepeno, diced onion and cilantro. Toss gently. ▶▶Add the juice and zest of one lime. Mix gently. ▶▶Serve with your favorite tortilla chips, fish or chicken.
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ORE THAN 11 MILLION Americans live with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including more than 210,000 people in Oregon. While there is no cure for COPD, there are treatment options that can drastically improve quality of life for thousands. The American Lung Association is highlighting the value of supplemental oxygen, or oxygen therapy, as a treatment option that may be prescribed by a doctor. Living with a chronic lung disease and the stress of struggling to breathe can be taxing for both the individual and their loved ones. Lack of sufficient oxygen can result in fatigue and
make simple tasks a struggle. Oxygen therapy can help circulate more oxygen into the bloodstream, helping people breathe easier and stay more active. Several devices can deliver oxygen at home, and oxygen equipment can also attach to other medical equipment such as CPAP machines and ventilators. If you or someone you know is living with COPD, keep these tips in mind for oxygen therapy. ▶▶SAFETY: While oxygen therapy is safe it does contribute to flammability as materials in oxygen-enriched environments burn more readily. Proper storage, along with avoiding aerosols, heat and flames will help keep you safe. ▶▶TRAVEL: With supplemental oxygen you are able to travel, whether it be by car, train, plane or boat. Make sure to connect with your mode of transportation prior to departure to learn their
policies and procedures for carrying oxygen. You’ll also want to make sure you’re able to access additional oxygen once you reach your destination. ▶▶SUPPORT: If you have additional questions you can contact registered nurses, respiratory therapists and counselors on the Lung Association’s Lung HelpLine available at 1-800-LUNGUSA or through chat at Lung.org/helpline. ☸ The American Lung Association is focused on four strategic imperatives: to defeat lung cancer, to improve the air we breathe, to reduce the burden of lung disease on individuals and their families, and to eliminate tobacco use and tobacco-related diseases. For more information about the American Lung Association, call 1-800-LUNGUSA (1-800-586-4872).
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N AN INTERVIEW with AARP some years back, they mentioned that so many people serving as caregivers don’t necessarily see themselves or identify as a caregiver. They asked, “How do people know if they are indeed a caregiver?” The question struck me as hilariously funny and, lapsing into my best Jeff Foxworthy impression, I quipped, “If you have a professional carpet cleaner on retainer, you’re probably a caregiver.” Bursting into laughter, they suggested Jeff and I do a routine based upon that. Later when I asked Jeff if he wanted to do it, he said, “Sure — write out some jokes and we’ll put something together.” Feigning outrage, I laughed back at him. I said, “Hey, these aren’t jokes. This is my life.” From “using Neosporin as a verb” to “being the one asking for a price check on suppositories at the grocery store” and “hooking up our dog to my wife’s wheelchair just to see if it would work” (I have footage) — hilarious moments can exist in the life of a caregiver. We certainly cry enough tears, but do we chuckle and laugh enough? Sadly, no. More than three decades into our own medical challenges, my wife and I
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have learned to see the lighter side and find humor and joy — even in harsh circumstances. Wheeling her home from her 80th surgery last year, I pushed Gracie into a large crowded elevator at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. The occupants immediately stared at her. Granted, she’s a beautiful woman, but her metal prosthetic legs prominently appeared below her hemline. An amputee for several decades, she’s somewhat used to the stares, but to add “injury to injury,” her arm rested in a sling following an operation that morning on a nerve near her elbow. Watching the elevator passengers unabashedly gawking at her, I decided to have some fun and loudly lamented, “Worst hysterectomy ever!” Although Gracie tried to hide a smile while rolling her eyes at my goofiness, the elevator occupants all flinched and immediately found something interesting to see on their collective shoes. Backing her out when the doors opened, I turned and gave a parting shot over my shoulder, “She put up a
mor in dark places fight — God love her.” Despite post-surgical discomfort, Gracie laughed all the way to the car. I don’t know what others do following a loved one’s 80th surgery but being able to laugh makes the journey a bit easier. A sense of humor can detach from heartache without detaching from the person. Humor helps us discover that although we’re still paddling on whitewater rapids as a caregiver, we can travel downstream instead of exhausting ourselves pushing upstream against the current. Like most caregivers, I possess a painfully serious side. Despite intense situations, somberness often needs a pressure valve release. Humor helps. In the ER one night, I ushered Gracie to the waiting staff and quickly rattled off enough stats and case history to help them do their job. Standing next to her gurney while wearing a nice suit and confidently speaking “medical-ese,” the nurse made an assumption and asked, “Are you a doctor?” Without missing a beat, I assured her I was a “cranial proctologist.” Nodding
with a puzzled look, she performed triage on my wife while probably making a mental note to research how those two things connected. Humor doesn’t have to be a defense mechanism, nor must it be snarky at someone else’s expense. Rather than living in the punchline, the healing power of humor is that it’s a lifeline to a bright blue sky above the dark clouds of heartache. While we can’t always see it, our hearts are comforted to know joy and beauty — though often hidden by suffering — still remain. As caregivers, we will cry. Yet, those tears don’t have to be full of rage and despair. Healthy tears are the goal. When those flow, we discover that even laughter can flow as well. Sometimes, we need a little help from those who’ve weathered the storms. The permission to laugh often comes from those with the most scars. The places of our greatest sorrows can also serve as markers of great freedom — and even beauty. So, when I say, “You might be a caregiver if a hospital bed has never hampered your love life, and there’s no use wasting a ‘semi-private’ room,” you’ll understand the joke — while embracing the concept that even in serious places, there’s always room for love wrapped in a bit of humor. ☸
(Peter Rosenberger (@hope4caregiver) hosts the national radio program Hope for the Caregiver heard on 185 stations. For more than 30 years,
he’s cared for his wife who lives with severe disabilities. He is the author of “7 Caregiver Landmines and How You Can Avoid Them.”)
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RAISING FUNDS FOR CANCER RESEARCH
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OHN ROGERS HAS BEEN collecting comic books since 1984, so what better venue for raising funds to fight cancer. “My mother has survived two cancers and my father currently has leukemia,” says the 44-year-old Salem man. “I would like to see the end of at least one form of cancer within my lifetime.” Rogers’s interest in comics began with a copy of “G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero,” published by Marvel Comics. At age 10, he asked for MAD Magazine, but as the store had none, his father brought him the comic book. “It was this single comic that began
my interest in reading and collecting comic books,” he says. “I actually still have that same copy of G.I. Joe, signed by Larry Hama (writer) and Stan Lee and professionally graded by Eugene-based PGX Comics.” For the past eight years, Rogers has been writing a blog, “Zanziber’s Point of View,” an outlet to review trade paperbacks and graphic novels. Rogers also goes to a variety of comic cons around the Pacific Northwest, including Rose City Comic Con, Eugene Comic Con (EUCON), Emerald City Comic Con, and Wizard World Portland.
More than comics
Comic Book Covers 4 Cancer, the nonprofit that Rogers started in 2013, was inspired by his love of comics and his desire to raise money for cancer research. The project grew out of his awareness of the Hero Initiative’s
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“Walking Dead 100 Project,” initiated that same year. Image Comics printed a few blank covers of the landmark Walking Dead #100, based on the popular TV program, and the Hero Initiative commissioned 100 top artists to do an original drawing on each cover. The project raised funds to help provide a safety net for comic creators who may need emergency medical aid, financial support for life’s essentials, and an avenue back into paying work. To date, the Hero Initiative has benefitted creators with more than $1 million of assistance, according to web information. The Hero Initiative inspired several projects, including Comic Book Covers 4 Cancer. “I thought that it would be a great idea to work with a variety of artists in a similar way to raise money for cancer research,” Rogers says.
Armed with a slightly different focus, he recruits artists who donate their work on various blank comic books that his group or the artists provide. “In turn, we auction off each completed comic book on eBay, with the proceeds going to the American Cancer Society,” he says. “With each comic sold, we include the artist information and a certificate of authenticity.”
Big goals
To date, Rogers and his crew of artists have raised $9,600 for ACS. Another series of auctions that started May 4 will bring in more funds toward a goal of $10,000 by the end of the year, he says. “The entire comic book is auctioned, but the primary selling point is the original artwork that is on the cover,” he says. “We currently run four series of auctions per year. I’m always looking for new artists to donate their work, but also people who would be willing to donate money to help us continue working on our goals.” Rogers hopes by participating, artists will receive recognition for their work. “Our hope is that we can raise money for research and promote every artist that helps,” he says. Comic Book Covers 4 Cancer has its own Facebook page where visitors can view covers, read about the artists, and find out more about the charity. “Since I don’t have this kind of artistic talent, but I can bring a large group of artists together
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One of the benefits of John Rogers’ interest in comic books was meeting “Weird Al” Yankovic.
to donate their talent, I feel very great,” Rogers says. “I feel honored to have worked with over 150 different artists.”☸
Of note
For more information, email Rogers at zanziber@gmail.com, visit Comic Book Covers 4 Cancer on Facebook, or go to cbc4c.com.
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OIN OTHER BOOK LOVers this summer for book discussion inside and outside at Corvallis-Benton County Library. A 45-minute discussion of the
selected book in the Board Room will be followed by a 45-minute walk outside, where group members will continue the discussion. Copies of the books will be available on a first come, first served basis at the
second floor reference desk. June 10, 5:30 to 7 p.m. — “Grandma Gatewood’s Walk: The Inspiring Story of the Woman who Saved the Appalachian Trail” by Ben Montgomery. Emma Gatewood told her family she was going on a walk and left her small Ohio hometown with a change of clothes and less than $200. The next anybody heard from her, this genteel, farm-reared, 67-year-old great-grandmother had walked 800 miles along the 2,050-mile Appalachian Trail. July 8, 5:30 to 7 p.m. — “Braving the Wilderness: The Quest for True Belonging and the Courage to Stand Alone” by C. Brene Brown. “True belonging doesn’t require us to change who we are. It requires us to be who we are.” Brené Brown has sparked a global conversation about the experiences that bring meaning to our lives—experiences of courage, vulnerability, love, belonging, shame and empathy. In “Braving the Wilderness,” Brown redefines what it means to truly belong in an age of increased polarization. Aug. 12, 5:30 to 7 p.m. — “Where the Crawdads Sing” by Delia Owens. For years, rumors of the “Marsh Girl” have haunted Barkley Cove, a quiet town on the North Carolina coast. So, in late 1969, when handsome Chase Andrews is found dead, the locals immediately suspect Kya Clark, the so-called Marsh Eloise H. - Resident Eloise H. - Resident Girl. But Kya is not what they say. This title is at once an exquisite ode to the natural world, a heartbreaking comingof-age story, and a surprising tale of Eloise H. - Resident possible murder. Eloise H. - ResidentFor more information, call the library at 541-766-6793. ☸
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YOUR HEALTH | PREVENTION
Eating well
with a chronic condition
By N A D I N E G RZ ES KOW I A K
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REDUCING INFLAMMATION COULD BE THE KEY TO FEELING BETTER
OR ANYONE LIVING WITH A CHRONIC DISease, whether it’s cancer, an auto-immune disorder, pain issues or any other health problem, it is imperative that you optimize your intestinal health. The main health problems are caused by inflammation, malnutrition and a damaged immune system. If you are motivated and want to feel better, the primary way to heal your intestines is to eat really great food that is nutrient-dense and anti-inflammatory. Trust me, I am an RN who overcame several auto-immune diseases and multisystem organ failure simply by changing my diet. If I can make changes in my diet and lifestyle, you can, too. Healing your intestines is the number one way to heal your body and potentially rid yourself of persistent health problems, sometimes for good. Removing foods that are pro-inflammatory, such as all grains and dairy, is a terrific way to kick start your body on a path to healing. By replacing the pro-inflammatory foods, your body will begin to heal. These good foods include organic fruits and lots of vegetables, nuts and seeds, meat, fish and eggs, along with high-quality fats, such as olive oil, coconut oil and avocados. Everyone is their own experiment; therefore, the amount of time it takes each individual to heal can vary quite a bit. Some people start to feel better in a few days, while others might take several months to start to feel better. Our grandmothers all knew that the one of the most healing foods available to us is bone broth, stock, or known simply as soup, which helps us especially when we’re sick. Come to find out, bone broth provides nutrients to our bodies that are extremely healing. You can buy it in most grocery stores or make your own at home. The key to healing is to focus on high quality, nutrient-dense foods that are anti-inflammatory and taste amazing. Having a simmering crockpot full of healing bone broth in my kitchen is one of my favorite healing foods. There are many resources to learn about making bone broth, stock or soup. Dr. Kellyann Petrucci wrote a great book called “Bone Broth Diet.” My own recipe for beef bone broth is very simple.
Bone Broth ▶▶Beef bones, roasted in the oven at 325 degrees, for 30 minutes. ▶▶Place the roasted bones in the crockpot and cover with water. Add up to 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar to the water (which helps to leach the nutrients from the bones). ▶▶Consider adding onions, garlic, celery, carrots, parsnips, cabbage or any other vegetable that sounds good to you. Start on high, for an hour or two, and then reduce the temperature for several hours or overnight. ▶▶Enjoy the healing benefits of the bone broth for the next several days. ☸ (Nadine Grzeskowiak is a registered nurse who provides professional nursing care in your home. She can be reached at 541-602-1065 or send an email to nadine@rnoncall.com)
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June 2019 THINGS TO EXPERIENCE THIS SUMMER
1 — (THROUGH JUNE 22) EUGENE DOWNTOWN LIONS CLUB ANNUAL RAFFLE, Market of Choice, Bi-Mart and Albertson’s. Benefits the club’s charitable projects. $5. SING ALONG FOR COI: “GREASE,” 3:30 and 7 p.m., Whiteside Theatre, downtown Corvallis. $18. 541-7583000.
STRATEGIES (ALZHEIMER’S), 11 a.m., Albany Senior Center, 489 Water Ave. Free. MOSSBACKS VOLKSSPORT CLUB, 9:45 a.m., Hallmark Resort, 744 SW Elizabeth St., Newport. Mossbacks.org. GRAPHIC DESIGN BASICS, 5:30 p.m., Willamalane, 215 W. C St., Springfield. $49/$59. 541-736-4444.
HIDDEN TREASURES: THE BACKYARDS OF CORVALLIS, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., 2601 NW Tyler Ave. A fundraiser for Chintimini Community Center. $15. 541-766-6918.
SPICY MURDER MYSTERY,” LARP dinner adventure, 6 to 9 p.m., The Loft, Flicker and Fir Farm, 1468 SE Alexander Ave., Corvallis. $35. 541224-8114. BLUE SKIES BAND AND THE JEWEL TONES, 6 p.m., Downtown Eugene Public Library. Free. 541-6825450.
2 — EUGENE SPRINGFIELD COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA SPRING CONCERT, 3 p.m., Springfield High School auditorium, 875 7th St. Free.
p.m., Odd Fellows Hall, 223 SW 2nd St., Corvallis. Free.
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MUSIC IN THE GARDEN A self-guided tour, to benefit Eugene Symphony Guild, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $15/$20. Eugenesymphonyguild.org.
CAMPBELL PUBLIC WOODSHOP, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday to Friday, Campbell Center, 155 High St., Eugene. $3/day. 541-682-5318 or getrec.org.
5 — ACUPRESSURE FOR
4 — (THROUGH JUNE 27) POUND! CARDIO JAM SESSION, 7 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Chintimini Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave., Corvallis. $90/$112.50. 541-766-6959.
6 — OSU UNIVERSITY CHORALE,
EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION
LANE COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF PERS RETIREES, featuring Steve Chambers of EPD Crime Prevention Department, 10 a.m., Campbell Center, 155 High St., Eugene. 541-344-5394.
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SUMMER READING FOR ALL AGES, June through August, at all Eugene Public Library locations. Free events, books and more. 541-682-5450 for details.
3 — OSU GUITAR ENSEMBLE, 7
NEWCOMERS CLUB OF EUGENE/ SPRINGFIELD, 10 a.m., Westminster Presbyterian Church, 777 Coburg Road, Eugene. Free.
CREATIVE WRITING GROUP, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., Campbell Center, 155 High St., Eugene. 25 cents/week. 541682-5318.
MOSSBACKS VOLKSSPORT CLUB, 8:30 a.m., Willamalane, 215 W. C St., Springfield. Carpool to Adelman’s Peony Gardens and more. Mossbacks. org.
AUTISM ROCKS’ SPRING FUNDRAISER: KEITH GREENINGER AND DAYAN KAI CONCERT, 5 to 9 p.m., Whirled Pies Downtown, West 8th Ave., Eugene. $20.
Springfield. Free. 541-736-4444.
DIGESTIVE HEALTH, noon, Willamalane, 215 W. C St., Springfield. $15/$18. 541-736-4444. 7:30 p.m., First Congregational Church, 4515 SW West Hills Road, Corvallis. Free. INDIGENOUS NORTH AMERICANS: CULTURES AND CIVILIZATIONS, 2:30 p.m., Willamalane, 215 W. C St.,
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8 — OSU PRESIDENT’S CONCERT WITH OSU CHAMBER CHOIR, 7:30 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 1165 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. $10$15. liberalarts.oregonstate.edu. WILLAMETTE VALLEY SYMPHONY, 4 p.m., Ashbrook Independent School, 4045 SW Research Way, Corvallis. $15-$18. Willamettevalleysymphony. org. SOCIAL BALLROOM DANCE, 8 p.m. (lessons at 7 and 7:30 p.m.), Chinitimini Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave., Corvallis. $9.50. AAUW: THE SECRETS OF BEING A TRAVELER RATHER THAN A TOURIST, with Sondra Ettlinger, 9:30 a.m., Westminster Presbyterian Church, Eugene. 541-505-8169. MOSSBACKS VOLKSSPORT CLUB, 7:30 a.m., Willamalane, 215 W C St., Springfield. Carpool to Portland. Mossbacks.org.
EMERALD VALLEY OPRY, 6 p.m., Powers Auditorium, 1801 Echo Hollow Road, Eugene. $8/$5.
“Preparing Seniors for ‘The Big One,’” 2 p.m., Sheldon Oaks, 2525 Cal Young Road, Eugene. Free. 541-342-1983.
10 — AMATEUR ASTRONOMY: TOOLS OF THE TRADE,
CHECKRITE ELECTRONICS REPAIR, 11 a.m. to noon, Campbell Center, 155 High St., Eugene. Free.
7 p.m., Chinitimini Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave., Corvallis. $20/$25. HELP! I CAN’T HEAR ON THE PHONE, Campbell Center, 155 High St., Eugene. Free. 541-682-5318.
11 — ALZHEIMER’S FOR MIDDLE-STAGE CAREGIVERS, noon, Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, HP Conference Room, 3600 NW Samaritan Dr., Corvallis. Free. 971-273-0643. OPEN MICROPHONE MUSICAL BENEFIT FOR HABITAT FOR HUMANITY, 6:30 p.m., Axe and Fiddle Music Pub, 657 E. Main St., Cottage Grove. Donations taken.
21 — LUNCH AND LEARN: FOSSILS AND OUR FUTURE, noon, Willamalane, 215 W. C St., Springfield. $5. 541-736-4444. 22 — MOSSBACKS VOLKSSPORT CLUB, 8 a.m., Willamalane, 215 W. C St., Springfield. Carpool to Hillsboro. Mossbacks.org. 25 — CORVALLIS COMMUNITY BAND, “An American Portrait,” 8 p.m., Central Park, 650 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. Free.
12 — CHINTIMINI TRIP: THYME GARDEN VINEGAR
26 — HILLTOP BIG BAND, featuring Sherri Bird on piano and vocals, 7:30 p.m., Central Park, Corvallis. Free.
WORKSHOP LUNCHEON, 10:15 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. $65/$93.75. 541-766-6959.
WILLAMETTE HIGH ALUMNI LUNCHEON, 1 p.m., Papa’s Pizza, 1577 Coburg Road, Eugene.
13 — PRAIRIE WILDFLOWER WALK, 6 to 7:30 p.m., BiMart, 1555 SW 53rd St., Corvallis, to carpool. Free. 541-7537208. 15 — JAZZ BAND: PAST FORWARD, 2 to 4 p.m., Newport 60+ Activity Center, 20 SE 2nd St. Free. 541-265-9617. (THROUGH JULY 22) HAND-STAMPED CARD MAKING, 2 p.m. Mondays, Campbell Center, 155 High St., Eugene. $62. 541-682-5318 or getrec.org. LINN COUNTY MASTER GARDENERS 20TH ANNUAL GARDEN TOUR, “Through the Garden Gate,” 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Albany. $15. Linnmastergardeners.com.
27 — TURNING BLAH INTO BLISS, 6 p.m., Willamalane, 215 W. C St., Springfield. Free. 541-736-4444.
29 — TEN TIPS FOR MEMOIR WRITING, 2 p.m., Downtown Eugene Public Library. Free. 541-682-5450. Calendar submissions are due by the 6th of the month for events happening in the following month. Submit to mte@northwest50plus.com.
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19 — AROMATHERAPY 101: ESSENTIAL OILS, 1 p.m., Chinitimini Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave., Corvallis. Free. RETIRED SENIOR PROVIDERS OF LANE COUNTY,
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cancer resources FINDING THE RIGHT HELP WHEN YOU NEED IT
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ETTING A CANCER DIAGnosis brings about many physical, emotional and mental changes. But finding the right resources to address your particular need can leave you, at times, a little lost and confused. Erin Dunn, community outreach specialist for the Samaritan Cancer Program, has compiled a list of several resources that help those dealing with a cancer diagnosis.
Support groups
▶▶Breast Cancer Support Group, Corvallis and Lincoln City. ▶▶Cancer Support Group, Lebanon and Newport. ▶▶Caregiver Support Group, Corvallis and Newport. ▶▶Grief Support Group, Albany, Lebanon, Lincoln City and Newport. ▶▶GYN Cancer Support Group, Corvallis. ▶▶Living with Cancer, Albany. ▶▶Man to Man Cancer Support Group, Albany. ▶▶Metastatic Cancer Support Group, Corvallis. ▶▶Prostate Cancer Support Group, Lincoln City. ▶▶Young Adult Cancer Survivors, Corvallis.
The SAMARITAN CANCER CENTER RESOURCE SALONS in both Albany and Corvallis can assist with free hair loss solutions during and after your cancer treatment. This includes wigs and wig fittings, hats for men and women, scarves and scarf-tying tutorials, connection with local salons for nail care, and chemotherapy bags with items to bring you comfort as you begin treatment. ARTSCARE — This program provides daily music played by professional musicians in the Samaritan Pastega Regional Cancer Center lobby. Saturday ArtsCare workshops are free for cancer patients, survivors and caregivers. And HeartStrings are free interactive musical experiences where participants enjoy a Celtic harp concert and can try their hand at making music. PERMISSION TO PLAY — This is a free class for those diagnosed with cancer to work with textiles. No sewing or quilting experience is necessary. The class meets from 1 to 4 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday, at Jannilou Creations, 1243 Main St., Philomath. Call 541-9293795 for more information. SURVIVORFIT is a free month-tomonth (maximum of three months) gym membership at any SamFit location in Corvallis, Albany, Lebanon and
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Newport, as well as partnering gyms in Newport, Lincoln City and Sweet Home. Wellness coaching is an option for cancer survivors (SamFit locations only). THAT’S MY FARMER — These are nutrition and wellness programs designed to meet the needs of people touched by cancer. The multi-week program combines education with fresh fruits and vegetables. Participants attend weekly presentations from registered dieticians, medical social workers, fitness specialists, and other experts. Classes are paired with vouchers to local farmers’ markets or CSA boxes and food demonstrations. MARIO PASTEGA HOUSE — If you are unable to drive to your radiation appointments on a daily basis, the Mario Pastega House could be your home away from home. It offers 12 guest suites and RV hook-ups. A referral is required.
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COOK FOR CANCER — This program in Benton, Linn and Lincoln counties delivers free meals for individuals undergoing cancer treatment. LOOK GOOD FEEL BETTER — The American Cancer Society offers this free online program to help women cope with appearance-related side
effects of cancer treatments. PROJECT HER — This program in Benton, Linn and Lincoln counties pairs newly-diagnosed breast cancer patients with a mentor who has been through a similar diagnosis. They also have a private Facebook group intended for women who have experienced cancer to seek support, resources, information, and to make connections with other women. MINDING THE BODY — Patients going through treatments can be pampered with manicures, pedicures and head shaving services in a spa environment. Call Lisa, Hair, Body and Sole, 541-757-1116, or stop by 2611 NW 9th St., Corvallis. 211 INFO — Get free guidance and information about local health and social services. This is a great one-stop resource to find services for health, family, housing, energy and food. Visit 211info.org or dial 211, toll free. Text your zip code to 898211. Email help@211info.org or download the 211Info app. CAREGIVER RESOURCES ‑— For links to caregiver resources provided by Lumina Hospice and PalliativeCare, visit luminahospice.org/resource-links/caregiver-organizations-and-links, or call Lumina Hospice and Palliative Care at 541-757-9616. MINDFUL SELF COMPASSION (MSC) — An empirically-supported training program designed to cultivate the skill of self-compassion. Research shows that MSC teaches core principles and practices that enable participants to respond to difficult moments in their lives with kindness, care and
understanding. For information about local classes, visit brendacochrancounseling.com/mindful-self-compassion or call Brenda Cochran at 541-231-2998. SCREENWISE — This is a statewide program that provides a variety of breast and cervical cancer screenings, cardiovascular, and genetics services for uninsured and under-insured patients. Call 211 or 1-877-255-7070. SMARTPATIENTS.COM — An online community where patients and their families learn from each other. Communities are based on diagnosis and offer a place for patients to discuss any questions or concerns about their journey and diagnosis. This is a great place to talk with other patients facing a similar diagnosis. CANCERCARE MEDITATION APP — CancerCare has partnered with BodyMind Sessions to bring patients a CancerCare Meditation app. It helps patients restore their body, calm the mind, and reignite hope during stress-filled days. SUSAN G. KOMEN TREATMENT ASSISTANCE FUND — Susan G. Komen partners with CancerCare to offer a financial assistance program to help breast cancer patients living in the United States. Contact a CancerCare social worker at 800-813-4673. KOMEN TREATMENT ACCESS PROGRAM — Funding from Susan G. Komen is available to reduce transportation barriers for rural women in treatment for breast cancer. For information, visit 211info.org or call 211 and press 6. ☸
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