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GERRYMANDERING: Unconstitutional and unaffordable

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By Tom Frazier

“Gerrymander” is defined as: “To divide (an area) into political units to give special advantage to one group.”

It was named after Elbridge Gerry, Governor of Massachusetts, who in 1812 signed a law redistricting state election districts. One district in Essex County was described as looking like a salamander, thus the word “Gerrymander” was created by combining

the names.

Wisconsin has one of the worst cases in the country of using gerrymandering to give “special advantage to one group”, in this case Republicans in the state legislature. But gerrymandering is a bi-partisan problem according to Jay Heck, executive director of Common Cause in Wisconsin. The two worst Democratic states

are Rhode Island and Maryland while Wisconsin and North Carolina comprise the two worst Republican states Heck reports. The big difference is that Wisconsin is the first such state to have a three-judge federal appeals panel rule that Wisconsin’s redistricting law “constitutes an unconstitutional political gerrymander.” The panel voted 2-1 to direct the state to FRAZIER continued on page 4

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Most women unaware of higher risk for vision loss

by Cheryl L. Dejewski April is Women’s Eye Health Month

Despite the fact that women are up to 66 percent more likely than men to incur blindness from cataracts, glaucoma and macular degeneration (AMD), a 2014 Harris Poll found that a whopping 91 percent of U.S. women were unaware that they are at greater risk for even developing these conditions.

“Women face these odds because they tend to live longer and have a biological pre-disposition (perhaps immunological or hormonal) to certain eye concerns,” says Mark Freedman, MD, senior partner at Eye Care Specialists, a leading ophthalmology practice.

Decreased Vision

Decreased vision in women is linked to an increased risk of falling, which leads to more serious concerns, including hip fractures, the need for canes, walkers and/or nursing home care, and complication-related death.

“Decreased vision also increases the risk of car accidents and can have a devastating effect on quality of life in terms of limiting daily tasks, independence, social interaction, and overall health,” says Daniel Paskowitz, MD,

Cataracts — Loss of Clear Vision

PhD, an eye surgeon with credentials from Harvard and Johns Hopkins.

“Decreased vision, however, is not a fact of life as you grow older.

If your eyesight is getting worse, you need to schedule a comprehensive, dilated eye exam to rule out causes,” advises Brett Rhode, MD, Head of Ophthalmology at Aurora Sinai Medical Center. “Upon examination, we often find that cataracts (age-related clouding of the natural lens inside the eye) are the cause of the problem and, in most cases, a 15-30 minute outpatient surgery procedure to remove and replace the cataract with a customized lens implant is a relatively easy and painless solution.”

Optometrist David Scheidt, OD, stresses, “Early detection and removal can prevent needless pain, suffering

WARNING SIGNS According to Daniel Ferguson, MD, an ophthalmologist who treats thousands of patients each year, “Poor vision or changes to your sight should not be dismissed. Have regular eye exams every two years and schedule an appointment right away if you notice concerns.”

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and cost. I can’t tell you how many cataract patients say that they wish they had done it sooner.”

AMD & Central Vision Loss Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is another leading cause of vision impairment in Americans over age 50. Although the exact cause is unknown, AMD affects more women than men—leading to a loss of central or straight-ahead vision that impacts the ability to drive, read, see faces, etc.

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In praise of pragmatism, though somewhat risky The challenge our political leaders face is how to get through the thicket of conflicting principles, interests and dogmas in our sprawling democracy.

As you watch the healthcare proceedings on Capitol Hill, imagine what things might be like if we lived in more functional political times. In particular, what if Congress were run by pragmatists?

It would not change the issues at hand. On the one side, you’d have the Republican majority in Congress, which for the most part believes that the healthcare system should be left to the private sector. On the other side would be Democrats who, to varying degrees, see an important role for government to play.

What would change would be how the two sides reconciled their differences. Rather than maneuver the proceedings for political gain or worry first about their political bases, they’d be dead-set on a healthcare overhaul that improved the system and was politically sustainable.

I don’t think our system can work without such an approach to our problems — healthcare and everything else. So what do I mean by “pragmatism”?

At heart it’s a mindset, a preference for a practical, workable solution to problems. It recognizes the diversity of our country and the need for FRAZIER continued from page 1

develop a new redistricting plan and have it in place by November 1, 2017 for the 2018 elections.

After the 2010 elections that brought Republicans in majority control of both the state Assembly and Senate, they had control of the redistricting process and hired private attorneys to develop redistricting maps.

This was done in secret without any Democratic participation and, so far, the taxpayer cost of developing and defending the maps is $2.1 million.

Now, instead of carrying out the appeals court order, more very expensive lawyers are being hired to appeal the case to the United States Supreme Court, also at taxpayer expense.

Judge Kenneth Ripple, one of the three judge panel, wrote “There is no question that Act 43 was designed to

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By Lee Hamilton compromise, negotiation, dialogue, and consultation in order to reconcile conflicting interests and viewpoints.

Pragmatists ask themselves how they can best navigate the differences, factions, and political frictions inherent in any substantive issue so that everyone can leave the table having achieved some gain.

Let’s be clear that this is hardly an easy approach. On Capitol Hill, you work under intense scrutiny and pressure in a dynamic, always-changing, politically supercharged environment. You can’t make the world stand still while you work through the problems.

And if you’re trying to hammer out agreement, you have to keep the conversation moving; when a group or a participant threatens to walk out, you have to calculate whether you can get the votes you need without them.

If not, you have to keep them at the table, even if it means nights that stretch into the early morning. And always, of make it more difficult for Democrats, compared to Republicans, to translate their votes into seats.” For example, in 2012, Republicans got 48.6% of the statewide vote but won 60 seats in the 99-seat Assembly. Democrats in 2012 received 51.4% of the vote but only won 39 Assembly seats. “The evidence establishes, therefore, that even when Republicans are in an electoral minority, their legislative power remains secure”, Ripple wrote.

One simple solution to this partisan gerrymandering is called the Iowa plan that was enacted into law in 1980 by a Republican governor and a Republican-controlled Iowa Senate and House. In Iowa a non-partisan state agency draws the maps, following specific guidelines, that are then voted up or down by the Iowa legislature.

Senate Bill 13 in Wisconsin has been

course, you have to try to keep things as courteous and civil as possible.

You also have to be very careful of labels. When you’re trying to solve problems, labels get in the way. I’ve had my share of fraught negotiations, and what I focused on most was trying to figure out whether people at the table wanted to solve the problem and advance a solution, not whether they were Republican or Democrat. And you’re constantly counting votes, because you don’t get anywhere without a majority of them.

So you have to pause, hesitate, weigh the situation, calm the passions, figure out what’s achievable — and then decide whether or not what’s possible is actually worth getting.

Because there are risks to pragmatism in politics. For starters, some issues should not be compromised: to my mind, they include basic values involving torture and the right to vote.

And the pragmatic approach tends not to produce dramatic breakthroughs; it’s incremental, step-bystep, unglamorous work. It means downplaying ideology. This is difficult in these partisan days, yet I was always wary when I heard a fervent ideological speech in the middle of negotiations — it’s an expression of principle, yes, but it raises the question of whether the person giving it is going to help you reach an agreement or not.

Which is why you get a lot of criticism as a pragmatist. People inevitably accuse you of not doing enough or of giving away too much. You’re often accused of abandoning your principles.

You have to ask yourself what’s really important in this negotiation, both to yourself and to the others participating: how much can you give to get support for that principle, how much do you have to give up, and is it all worth it?

Yes, indeed, I’d argue, because the country would implode without the pragmatists. The challenge that our political leaders face is how to get through the thicket of conflicting principles, interests and dogmas in a sprawling democracy like ours. All too often, politicians lock themselves into a position: they give a speech to loud applause, then another, and soon enough they have no room to maneuver. In the end they, too, often have to rely on the pragmatists to get things done.

Lee Hamilton is a Senior Advisor for the Indiana University Center on Representative Government; a Distinguished Scholar, IU School of Global and International Studies; and a Professor of Practice, IU School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.

introduced in Wisconsin that would direct the Wisconsin Legislative Reference Bureau, a non-partisan Legislative agency, to draw electoral maps.

This would give Wisconsin the trust and confidence of its voters in our electoral system. And, it would be free; no need to pay expensive lawyers.

Of course “power corrupts” and Republicans will not easily give up their “special advantage” just as Democrats in Rhode Island are unlikely to give up their power. For over 200 years gerrymandering has been recognized as giving unfair advantage to one group over another. To me, the moral of Wisconsin’s gerrymander story is that unconstitutional gerrymandering is not only unfair, but it is very expensive for taxpayers. In a time when we are hearing about “rigged elections”, we incorrectly think of in-

dividual voters casting illegal votes at the polls. But in Wisconsin and many other gerrymandered states, the election is rigged well before anyone casts a vote because gerrymandering predetermines the winner in most districts.

Elections are supposed to be free and fair but until we get rid of gerrymandering, they will be neither in Wisconsin. We need a change!

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Grandma washed the dishes How times have changed for the housewife or even for the poor dishwasher in a restaurant. They washed dishes by hand and scrubbed the crust, etc. away with less than dainty efforts.

But would you guess such was a bit of beneficial therapy?

Killing TIME It was about 11 months ago that a man named Doug Casey predicted Donald Trump would be president.

Many of us laughed. Today, too many are crying. Like in the card games where there are wild cards, Trump seems to score well. l l l l l This year’s Veteran of the Year is Dick Trawicki. As a veteran, we’re sure Dick agrees with the Stars and Stripes organization “Every day is a bonus.” l l l l l A secret chef tells us to mix home-

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Placing hands in warm water for a prolonged period of time may not be medicinal, but does help to relax muscles and joints and to even take away a certain amount of stiffness. Do you suppose Grandma knew the helpful results when she plunged her hands into that warm and soapy water?

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DEAR TOM:

We are told time and again that it is the doers that keep things moving forward. The watchers do just that.

We like the story of the man who DEAR SAM: I have been told time and again climbed a certain mountain that that time waits for no one. I guess had been a real challenge to him. this means that if you wish to get Once at its top, the climber realahead, you had better forge your ized how low it really was. This is WITH JIM McLOONE way ahead; that if you personally the way life is. As the late and great don’t put your oars in the water President Theodore Roosevelt said, and pull on them, who will? What to paraphrase him, “Keep your made salad dressings in canning jars do you make of all this? Is it non- eyes on the stars, but your feet on and then refrigerate them. The story the ground.” Is it any wonder that sense? is that they will last this way for up to he had the nickname, Bull Moose?

Sincerely, two weeks.

Do enjoy the view as you traTom Slade l l l l l verse through life.

Happy Hour at one time was just Senior Answer Man an hour. But as the happiness expanded so did the time slot. The longest local happy hour we know of is at Maxim’s in Oconomowoc where it goes from 3 to 7 p.m. five days a week. By the end, it might be considered Silly Time. l l l l l Forty-six percent of golfers are said to purchase new putters every six years or longer. With the new blade putters at $300 plus dollars, they should carry lifetime guarantees as straight to the hole shooters. l l l l l The next time you are thinking about drinking a martini, think instead of 385 calories. Eliminating the olive won’t help much. l l l l l We recently read that the average golf driving distance is 219.6 yards.

But a 28-handicapper hits it on average 178 yards. This is about what a lot of everyday golfers hit with their three woods. l l l l l When we learned that a granddaughter puts premium gasoline in her economy car, we looked up a statistic that showed $2.1 billion is wasted each year by drivers who pump premium into their cars that are designed to operate on regular gasoline. l l l l l While we are on the subject of cars, how about the average price today of $33,666 for a new vehicle in the KILLING TIME continued on page 34

Finding fault Yes, I voted for Governor Scott Walker. Would I do it again?

Up to this point, we have considered Scott Walker to be at least a reasonably good governor. But presently, we do not like his stand on Wisconsin’s roadways. No, the condition of our roads don’t send people fleeing our state, but soon when the green grass and obnoxiously noxious weeds begin to grow at roadsides, we will be too often bumping along as we travel our state’s deteriorating roadways.

Why must this be?

We suspect our roads today, overall, perhaps are in the worst shape they have been since the time of the horse and buggy. While this may be somewhat of an exaggeration, our roads need help and they need it this year.

Still, our governor refuses to either raise automobile fuel taxes or hike the yearly registration fees. Wisconsinites

It Makes Me

Wow! I am not one bit crabby this month. The day is full of sunshine; the flowers are pushing themselves from the ground. I must now learn to live creatively; to strike, so to speak, when the iron is hot and to realize that I

do get some help when fuel taxes are considered from out of state tourists.

But people driving electricity charged vehicles don’t pay into this, or at least not much.

We favor a hike in registration fees as a worthy effort to raise dollars to provide for filling of the potholes and eliminating the frost induced bumpiness while restoring our roads to prime driving conditions.

We do believe the governor stands to lose votes if he does not get behind a plan to again make all of our roads pleasantly passable. Who would have ever thought a few years ago that we would be pothole-trapped?

Please, Governor, accept the challenge. Fix our roads. We trust you to do your best in leading us. Taking a leadership role in road repair would be a darned good starting position.

CRABBY

must leave my cozy cocoon and head off into the wilderness where I will find my real self. Possibly, I will see you along the way. Assuming some degree of success, I will be back with you next month. Adios.

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Riding the real estate train…Knowing your destination!

We are in changing times. The stock market is soaring, housing prices have risen and confidence in real estate is strong. In my career I have seen every market you can imagine. In the late 70’s and early 80’s many of you might remember the interest rates as they climbed to an unimaginable level of 20% for a 30 year fixed rate mortgage!

We are currently at 4.25% for that very same mortgage today. Then the market would rise and fall about every 4 years almost to the day. That went on until the early 90’s. Then we experienced a rather long period of real estate prosperity with some hiccups until 2006. On came the great recession which is still on our minds. Property values fell on average 25% but some areas dropped over 50% in value. 2012 was the low point of the recession for housing and many other areas of the economy. Once again, we pulled out of that morass and now have recovered to pre-recession home values in most areas of our state and 4-County area and the country.

Many of you may be trying to time the market, meaning you want

MOVING IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION

By Bruce Nemovitz to get to the peak of this upward ride in the market and then at that point make your move to new housing. We all want to achieve the most equity before we sell our home, especially if this is the last home you will own.

That is understandable and in theory makes sense. We are now experiencing a shortage of housing inventory, which is creating a great environment for those putting their houses on the market. We are seeing multiple offers in many cases when the home is priced properly based on condition and location. If homes are priced too high (not taking condition into account in most cases) your property will linger just like in any other market. The fallacy is that you can put almost any price on

your home today and it will sell. The rules of a free market economy still apply even in this brisk market.

The best strategy is to look to the past to help create your future in the most advantageous way possible.

There are two factors that will play into housing values as we move further into 2017 and beyond; inventory and interest rates (inflation).

First inventory. I’ll bet many of you baby boomers have discussed where you would like to live and when you think you will make that change. This segment, the boomers are 80 million strong and we are mostly in our late 50’s up to age 70. The kids have moved out in most cases and we are wasting space that is no longer needed in our homes. Add to that, we may not want to be walking up and down stairways and may be developing other health restrictions. Our yards seem to be larger and home maintenance is not as enjoyable as it used to be. We want to be closer to our grandchildren. Therefore, there will be many, many homes entering the market probably all at about the same time. We all watch what oth-

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ers are doing before joining the parade. When more homes are available than purchasers, the price falls. That is how capitalism always works.

The second factor will be interest rates. As the economy and housing are heating up, interest rates will rise. They have started this slow increase from a low of 3.25% to our current 4.25% for a 30 year fixed rate loan. I believe our next economic challenge may be inflation which we experienced, as stated in my introduction, almost 40 years ago. Factoring in the boomer age and how many healthy years we have to enjoy our next move, these may be the “good old days” we will talk about in the future. I believe the stock market will stay strong for some time to come, therefore taking your equity and investing it now may be a good strategy. Remember, for most of you, there will be no taxes of any kind on your equity when selling your home (you are exempt as a couple up to $500,000 of gain and for a single person up to $250,000 gain).

My advice in this article is directNEMOVITZ continued on page 13

Gold-digging wives and Social Security

BY TOM MARGENAU

After I published a recent column discussing possible Social Security reforms, lots of people wrote to tell me that no changes would be needed to the system if benefits were paid only to people who “deserve� Social Security. I am always intrigued, and usually a little perturbed, by such allegations.

They usually come from people who tell me that they worked hard all their life and paid lots of taxes, so of course they deserve every nickel of their Social Security checks, but “those other people� didn’t, so they should be cut off the government dole.

I almost always just read these emails, and then hit the “delete� button, figuring they just need to vent.

But this time, I decided to get back to some of them to find out just who they think these so-called nondeserving Social Security recipients are. And here are some of their very interesting responses.

One guy told me “we could save Social Security if we stopped paying benefits to gold-digging wives.� Well, I checked my dictionary to make sure I had the right definition. A “gold-digging wife� is a woman who marries a man for his money. And in this case, I guess we must be talking about a woman who marries a man in order to get half of his Social Security check. At the very most, that could be all of about $1,300. C’mon, buddy, do you really think there are that many women out there who have married old goats in order to get 1,300 bucks a month?

And even if that were true, then how would we decide just who these

women are? Maybe we could add a question to the dependent wife’s application form that asks: “Did you marry your husband for a) Love; or b) Money?� And if they answer “b,� we could just stamp the application “Denied.�

Sorry, pal, but that’s not the best idea you’ve ever had.

When I asked another guy who he thought didn’t deserve their Social Security, he said, “Those @#$%& government employees who only paid into the system for a short time and then get a big fat Social Security check.�

Well, the vast majority of government employees work and pay Social Security taxes for all of their working lifetime, just like any other worker.

There are a small percentage of government employees who pay into a separate retirement system, but they do spend some time working another job and paying into Social Security.

But I can guarantee you they are NOT getting “a big fat Social Security check.�

I will use myself as an example. I spent my whole government career paying into the civil service retirement system, not Social Security. (Although all federal civil servants hired after 1982 pay into Social Security.) But I have done about 15 years’ worth of work on the side at jobs where I did pay into Social Security. And for all those years of Social Security covered earnings, after a reduction in benefits called the Windfall Elimination Provision (which I’ve discussed many times in this column), I get a whopping $165 per month. If you don’t think I deserve that measly 165 bucks after paying SoGOLD DIGGER continued on page 13

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This expectation has changed greatly during the last several decades. Although nearly half of people 85 or older have none of their natural teeth, the likelihood of losing teeth with aging is steadily decreasing. There are several reasons for this change: improved nutrition, better access to dental care, and better treatment for tooth decay and periodontal disease.

When teeth are lost, chewing is greatly hindered, and speaking becomes a challenge. The face looks dramatically different without the support teeth normally provide for the lips, cheeks, nose, and chin.

People who have lost some or all of their teeth can still eat, but they tend to eat soft foods. Soft foods tend to be relatively high in carbohydrates and low in protein, vitamins, and minerals. Foods that are high in protein, vitamins, and minerals, such as meats, poultry, grains, and fresh fruits and

Cosmetic dentistry can dramatically improve a person’s appearance. vegetables, tend to be harder to chew.

Consequently, older people who eat mainly soft foods may become undernourished.

Cosmetic dentistry can dramatically improve a person’s appearance.

The techniques used avoid the time involved with orthodontic therapy and the loss of tooth structure necessitated by crowns and bridges.

Bonding involves the attach-

ment of tooth-colored fillings to natural teeth with minimal tooth preparation. Bonding is a conservative way to restore fractured or chipped teeth, to close spaces between the teeth, or to cover a portion of the tooth to change the shade, color, or shape. A mild acid solution is used to clean and mildly

roughen the tooth surface so that a tooth-colored resin (generally made of a special type of plastic called a composite) can adhere to this surface.

Bonding allows dentists to improve the appearance of the teeth without removing large amounts of tooth structure.

Porcelain veneers are similar to bonding, but they use tooth-colored porcelain instead of composite to mask discoloration or change the shape of the teeth. The process requires two visits. An impression is made after the teeth are prepared. Porcelain veneers are then made in a dental prosthetic laboratory. The veneers are bonded to the teeth using a thin resin cement.

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Bleaching, or tooth whiten- a tooth that has died.

ing, is a process used by dentists to lighten teeth. The effectiveness of bleaching varies according to the original color of the teeth. Products used for home bleaching usually contain a peroxide gel that is placed into a custom-made closely fitting mouth-guard–like tray that holds the solution near the teeth. The bleaching agent is placed into the mouth for a few hours per day or even overnight for 2 to 4 weeks, depending on the concentration of the bleaching agent. Bleaching can also be done in a dentist’s office, in which the process is much quicker. People can also apply whitening strips themselves.

These strips are often very effective and are safe to use at home. The most common side effect of bleaching is tooth sensitivity. Bleaching may not be effective for people whose teeth are darkened or discolored because of cavities, because of a side effect of some drugs or diseases, or because of

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Root canal treatment and tooth extraction

When tooth decay advances far enough to permanently harm the pulp, the only way to eliminate pain is to remove the pulp by root canal treatment or tooth removal.

Root Canal

If a tooth is extracted, it should be evaluated for replacement as soon as possible. Otherwise, neighboring teeth may change position and alter the person’s bite. There are many options for replacement of extracted teeth.

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Age-related Macular Degeneration About AMD

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AMD is a common eye condition and a leading cause of vision loss among people age 60 and older. It causes damage to the macula, a small spot near the center of the retina and the part of the eye needed for sharp, central vision, which lets us see objects that are straight ahead.

In some people, AMD advances so slowly that vision loss does not occur for a long time. In others, the disease progresses faster and may lead to a loss of vision in one or both eyes. As AMD progresses, a blurred area near the center of vision is a common symptom. Over time, the blurred area may grow larger or you may develop blank spots in your central vision. Objects also may not appear to be as bright as they used to be.

AMD by itself does not lead to complete blindness, with no ability to see. However, the loss of central vision in AMD can interfere with simple everyday activities, such as the ability to see faces, drive, read, write, or do close work, such as cooking or fixing things around the house.

Who is at risk?

Age is a major risk factor for AMD. The disease is most likely to occur after age 60, but it can occur earlier. Other risk factors for AMD include • Smoking. Research shows that smoking doubles the risk of AMD. • Race. AMD is more common among Caucasians than among African-Americans or Hispanics/Latinos.

• Family history and genetics. People with a family history of AMD are at higher risk. At last count, researchers had identified nearly 20 genes that can affect the risk of developing AMD. Many more genetic risk factors are suspected.

Does lifestyle make a difference?

Researchers have found links between AMD and some lifestyle choices, such as smoking. You might be able to reduce your risk of AMD or slow its progression by making these healthy choices.

• Eat a healthy diet high in green leafy vegetables and fish.

• Don’t smoke.

• Maintain normal blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

• Watch your weight.

• Exercise.

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Health takes two steps forward and two steps back

BY CHUCK NORRIS

Diet and exercise -- two things we think of as a foundation for healthy living. Just consider the findings of a recently published report in the International Journal of Epidemiology. As if any more proof were needed, it makes a clear connection between eating more of certain fruits and vegetables and living longer. According to a Meta study conducted by Imperial College London, it’s estimated that if people ate 10 portions of fruits and vegetables a day, an estimated 7.8 million premature global deaths could be avoided each year. For the study, a portion was characterized as 800 grams (for context, consider that one medium apple constitutes around 182 grams).

Those who consume up to 10 portions fruits and vegetables a day are said to be rewarded with a 24 percent lower risk of heart disease, a 33 percent lower risk of stroke, a 28 percent lower risk of cardiovascular disease, a 13 percent lower risk of cancer and a 31 percent lower risk of dying early when compared to those not eating fruit or vegetables.

In another new and separate study, it was further demonstrated that exercise is one of the most powerful things a person can do to protect their heart.

A report in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology further confirmed what doctors have long known.

Being overweight and obese is associated with a higher risk of heart problems. Of those involved in this 15 year study, participants who were heavier had the highest rates of heart disease.

Yet when they looked at overweight and obese people who also exercised regularly, they found that their heart disease rates were similar to those of normal weight people who also exercised. Exercise, in effect, canceled out the negative effects of weight when it came to heart disease.

In today’s world where we are bombarded with a constant stream of nutritional and exercise advice, new health studies and sensational headlines, important facts don’t always prevail. And even the right facts alone don’t seem to change behavior. We

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know people do not exercise like they should. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 80 percent of adult Americans do not get the recommended amount of exercise each week. And how realistic is it to ask people to eat up to 10 portions of produce when fewer than 18 percent of Americans eat that much smaller recommended amount of fruit and less than 14 percent eat the recommended amount of vegetables?

The above study findings about what we can do to improve our health are also being quickly swallowed up by competing new data; and it’s not at all encouraging news. According to a study published this month in the journal JAMA, although the percentage of American adults who are overweight or obese keeps climbing upward, the percentage of Americans who are attempting to shed their excess pounds is dropping. According to the findings, while the prevalence of adults in the United States who were overweight or obese rose from 53 percent in 1988 to 66 percent in 2014, the prevalence of overweight individuals who reported that they had tried to lose weight in the past year fell from 56 percent in 1988 to 49 percent in 2014.

Today, more than a third of American adults are obese. Being overweight or obese is becoming the norm.

Researchers believe that this normalization of weight issues is causing both acceptance (or resignation) as well as interference with the message that higher rates of being overweight and obese are linked to a greater risk of health issues; heart disease, diabetes, and cancer to name a few. Not doing anything about it could be detrimental to health. If nothing else, these perceptions are making the problem seem less urgent than it actually is.

“Diabetes follows obesity as a night follows a day,” says Dr. Jian Zhang of Georgia Southern University, the author of the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology report.

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Handling an inheritance requires a game plan

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While not always easy to think about, an inheritance is a part of the financial picture for many baby boomers. That was just one of the topics that popped up in my inbox this past week.

Dear Mary: Before reading your book “Debt-Proof Living,” I believed we were doing just fine with our money. Recently, my husband’s father died and we received a small inheritance. We sat down to decide how to handle this money. I pulled out the book and showed my husband the chapter on the 10-10-80 formula and the information about the Freedom Account.

We figured out our expenses. We were shocked to discover we’ve been spending almost $1,800 more than we make each month. I guess we didn’t notice because we would take a little out of savings to cover expenses as needed. At this rate, all of our inheritance would be gone in no time. Needless to say, I became rather depressed as we started reducing the outgo to balance our expenses with our income. We are looking at every area of spending and have already found so many ways we could make the adjustments.

My husband actually thanked me this morning for all the work I’ve been doing on our budget. He always wondered why it seemed we were making good money but never able to save any.

Now we know. I am telling you all of this to say thank you! I know it will take work, but at least we are on the right track. I never would have figured this out if it hadn’t been for “DebtProof Living.” I’ll keep you posted on our progress. -- Kimberly Dear Kimberly: Your letter reminded me of an interesting statistic I came across recently, which said that it takes an average of 17 months’ time for a person to completely spend an inheritance. Aren’t you glad you won’t be part of that statistic? So am I! Thanks for writing. Your letter made my day.

Dear Mary: My husband is an insulin-dependent diabetic. We have $78,000 in student loans and a $76,000 mortgage. If he dies before the student loans are paid, the outstanding balance will be forgiven. We cannot get life insurance on him. Should we work on

paying off the mortgage before the student loans? -- Angie Dear Angie: Under the circumstances, it does make sense for you to concentrate on paying off the mortgage quickly while staying current with the student loan payments.

You didn’t say whether you are employed. If you are and the loss of your income would place your husband in financial hardship (which is, by the way, the only reason for life insurance -- to replace income for those who are dependent on it in the event of your demise), you need life insurance. If his diabetes is well-managed, there’s every possibility he will outlive you, but his ability to earn enough to handle both debts could be greatly diminished.

Dear Mary: I am a 70-year-old single male with a decent income who faced the stark reality of bankruptcy. I have spent my entire life doing everything wrong when it comes to finances. While rearing my family, we lived well but incurred a lot of stupid debt.

I have never saved; I have seldom invested wisely; and I have given consistently, though at times very unwisely.

My poor awareness of the proper way to handle money left me as an old man groping for a way out. With a debt load of over $36,000 on a fixed income, I entered a consumer credit counseling services debt-management program.

Shortly after, I saw an ad for your book “Debt Proof Living.” I bought it and have read and reread it. I wish that I could have been exposed to this wisdom as a young man.

To know that “money is not to spend, but to manage” has changed my life. I will be debt-free in 44 months. I can’t begin to express to you my gratitude. Thank you for giving me hope.

-- Billy Dear Billy: You have no idea how much you have encouraged me.

I am so proud of you. And you affirm what I so strongly believe, that there’s always hope and a way out. I think you’ll be debt-free sooner than you think. Thanks for reading my book. I am so happy to know that it was a catalyst of change in your life! My only concern is what I will do with all the letters I get from 70-year-old single women who want your address.

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of our lifetime. Make the most of your home equity and enjoy every moment and every day. Taking control of your destiny is critical to a positive fulfilling lifestyle. Life is unpredictable but following patterns of the past is the best way to plan for our future!

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dren of seniors, “Guiding Our Parents in the Right Direction”, Practical Advice about Seniors Moving from the Home They Love. This book is now available at www.GuidingOurParents.com. Past articles about moving and downsizing and other important information can be found at www.BrucesTeam.com.

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apartment or community. He has been listed in Milwaukee Magazine’s 5-Star Agents list for the last three years in a row. As such, he’s one of only a handful of Realtors who are continually included in the top 7% in client satisfaction in the Milwaukee Metro area. He’s rated A+ by the Better Business Bureau, and was a finalist for Concordia College’s Ethical Business Leadership Award. He works with his wife Jeanne at Realty Executives Integrity.

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Security disability than any other form of disability compensation. Just as one example, the VA offers monthly benefits to veterans who have a 10 percent disability, or maybe a 50 percent disability. On the other hand, you must be 100 percent disabled and show that you are unable to do any kind of work to qualify for Social Security disability.

Every single time I mention that in this column, I hear from readers who tell me something like this. “You’re lying. My brother-in-law is getting disability and there is nothing wrong with him. He’s just a lazy deadbeat.”

When I hear such allegations, I always tell them the same thing. “If you think he is cheating the system, turn him in.

You can go to www.socialsecurity.gov and click on the ‘Report Fraud’ link and make an anonymous report.” And guess what? They never do. In other

words, their gripes are groundless.

Who else doesn’t deserve Social Security? Well, as one guy wrote: “I worked hard all my life. But it’s those bums who work only a short period of time who don’t deserve what they get!”

This kind of thinking is boneheaded on several counts.

First, if you work for 10 years or less, you simply won’t get a nickel in Social Security benefits. Second, once you reach that 10-year qualifying threshold, your benefit is commensurate with the amount of work you’ve done and the amount of taxes you’ve paid. The vast majority of people in this country work and pay Social Security taxes for 35 years or more, and their eventual retirement benefit is based on that lifetime of earnings. In fact, all Social Security retirement benefits are based on a 35-year base of earnings.

So, for example, if you only work for 20 years, when they figure your Social Security benefit, they are going to have to add 15 years of “zero” earnings into your retirement computation, giving you a dramatically reduced benefit.

And just as I think I deserve the $165 I get for my 15 years of work, I’m sure most people would agree that someone who worked and paid taxes for 20 years deserves that small compensation that he or she gets.

Here is the bottom line point I need to make. When many people talk about Social Security reform, they are always looking for easy answers. “Get rid of gold-digging wives!” “Cut off checks to those no-good government employees!” And so on. But those are just mindless rants. They are not real solutions for reform.

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that rates of drinking sugary beverages have recently stalled out at well above the recommended limit.

“If you extrapolate our findings out, that means 111 million adults and 47 million kids still drink at least some sugar-sweetened beverage daily,” Asher Rosinger, an epidemiologist at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the lead author of the research recently explained to the Wash-

ington Post.

This follows nearly a decade of declining consumption. The agency found that adults and children are both consuming roughly the same number of calories from soda, sports drinks and other sugary beverages now as they did in 2009-2010, the last time the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention published comparable data.

Dariush Mozaffarian, dean of the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University believes that sugary drink consumption may actually spike upward yet again as Generations X and Y age into their 60s. “That is really worrisome,” he says.

ed to boomers. We as 55-70 year old boomers should have a different strategy from our younger counterparts. So many clients have waited too long and then made their move under duress or circumstances never planned for, such as health changes. We want to be in charge of our lifestyle rather than waiting for other issues to decide for us. In closing, the boomer generation and our parents have much to be thankful for if we have invested in housing over our lifetimes. Yes it can go up and down but in the end owning a home has been the most reliable investment cial Security taxes for 15 years, well then you deserve the “Scrooge of the Year” award.

Yet another venting emailer told me that “it’s those deadbeats on disability who don’t deserve their Social Security checks.” That’s just an expression of the commonly held belief that everyone in this country receiving a disability check has pulled a fast one on unsuspecting bureaucrats and is cheating the system by faking an impairment and getting on the government dole.

I have explained countless times in this column that the Social Security disability program is known for having the most stringent qualifying requirements of just about any disability program in the country. In other words, it is much more difficult to get Social to obesity in children and adults. It also been shown to contribute to heart disease, type II diabetes and some obesity-related cancers, all of which have reached epidemic proportions in the United States. Except we’re now being informed that’s not the case either. A new analysis from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows

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Mother-in-law’s about-face

BY ANNIE LANE

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reader of your column, but now I need advice. I recently married my husband after nearly a five-year engagement.

Things were rough, as all new things can be, but we have pulled through.

However, my husband’s mother has begun vocalizing some colorful opinions of late, and it is causing problems.

She has been spreading rumors that I fancy abusing my husband. She makes sure to find his friends on social media and then convince them that I am harming him.

I am unsure where this newfound hatred for me is coming from, but I can think of two possible reasons. The first is that despite acting as if she was

The second is that she used to be able to convince him that she needed money, which she would promptly spend at the casino, a financial burden we could not afford. I recently persuaded him to stop supporting her gambling habit and said that if she needs something, we can buy it for her. I need advice. I want our marriage to thrive, but I am afraid his mother will not allow that to happen. Please, any guidance is appreciated. -- Loved and Loathed

in-law, but I want to reassure you that your frustration is valid and this is a serious matter.

Likewise, your mother-in-law’s gambling addiction is serious. Addictions have a way of ensnaring whole families in unhealthy patterns of behavior. At the very least, you and your husband should consider attending a Gam-Anon meeting in your area.

If he refuses to go, then go on your own at first. (The meetings are open to anyone who is affected by a loved one’s gambling.) Furthermore, I recommend that you and your husband find a marital counselor. There’s no shame in reaching out for professional help, especially when it could save your marriage.

Annie, it feels as if I’m the only one at my workplace who even tries to keep a positive attitude when we’re busy.

Should I try to persuade the others to let things go, or is this a case of “if you can’t beat them, join them”? -- Only Optimist

Dear Annie: I am a longtime man, she isn’t very comfortable with it. suggesting that you sue your mother- er be standing around doing nothing.

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Spreading false rumors about someone is not only rude; if it goes too far, it can be considered slander and have

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Dear Optimist: Keep smiling.

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Send your questions for Annie Lane to dearannie@creators.com. To find out more about Annie Lane and read features by other Creators Syndicate columnists and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate website at www.creators.com.

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How long should you keep important papers?

BY MARY HUNT

Every year about this time, my mailbox tells me it’s time to review the general guidelines on how long to keep statements, paid bills and other important paperwork. Today’s quick review should help you get your paperwork in order just in time to file your 2016 tax return.

Here are the general rules for how long to keep important household papers: ONE YEAR. Keep pay stubs for at least one year, so you can reconcile them against your W-2 (this is the form from your employer that shows how your annual earnings were allocated, which you attach to your tax return) and your Social Security Earnings Statement (which you receive once a year in the mail, though you can request a copy any time on the So-

cial Security website). You’ll be happy to have your pay stubs to prove your earnings and withholdings if your records do not match the entries on these forms.

ACTIVE/INDEFINITE. As for receipts and records of bills paid, keep them only as long as the situation is active. For example, a paid water bill is no longer active, but the receipt for your new water heater is active. Attach it to the owner’s manual and warranty. You can confidently destroy statements for closed accounts, expired warranties, canceled checks for minor items that are not related to a proof of purchase or income tax, and instructions for appliances or equipment that you have sold or discarded. Every home needs a paper shredder.

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You don’t need to spend a lot of money to get organized. Four boxes with lids and a highlighter pen make a dandy system. Label the boxes “Active/Indefinite,” “Three Years,” “Seven Years” and “Forever.” Next, get all your paperwork out and into one place. As you go through the stacks, assess how much time has passed from the last date of activity. Once you find the date on the document, highlight it so you won’t have to search for the date the next time you go through these items.

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U.S. Open in Erin Hills June 15-18; First ever for state Wonder of Wonders: it’s finally happened. A U.S. Golf Open will be played in Wisconsin. After more than a century, the USGA (United States Golf Association) has somehow discovered our little state. They have ascertained that there does exist here some fairly nice golf courses, and that there, are a plentiful number of people who live here and who play and enjoy the game. Best of all is they have also tumbled on the fact that many of those people would be delighted to go

to a major golf tournament, and correspondingly, would spend multitudinous dollars in so doing.

Think of that. For the first time since the Open was conceived back in 1895 it will be conducted here; specifically, this coming June 15-18 at Erin Hills Golf Course near Hartford.

It’s a reason for golf fans in the state to rejoice, of course. Nevertheless, amid all the euphemism there still are many unanswered questions.

To start with, why did it take the USGA hierarchy so long to bestow their famous golf event to the Badger state? The U.S. Open, as you may know, is the biggest and most prestigious golf tournament in the world.

Over the past 121 years, it has been played in different locations all over the country, in some states many times, but never in Wisconsin. Back east, there have been 18 Opens in New York and 17 in Pennsylvania, here in the midwest, 13 in Illinois, and out west, 12 in California. It’s understandable that the Open’s directors want the tournament to be played in states that have the greatest populations. But if this is so, consider this: there have been four U.S. Opens conducted in Minnesota, right next door to us to

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By Jack Pearson the west. But census figures reveal that Wisconsin has a larger population than Minnesota. Four for them, none for us, we have more people, it doesn’t compute.

I asked one of my neighbors, who is fairly knowledgeable about golf, if he could explain this inequity to me. He scratched his head and appeared not to want to answer. But I prodded him and he relented. “Well, to start with, you have to realize that the USGA is run by a board of directors,” he said.

“And these directors possess a great

deal of power, which includes choosing the sites for their upcoming Opens and other events. Now just suppose someone of importance and with deep pockets from let us say State A, and he knew one of those directors and got to him in some way. Then there would

be a good chance that in a short while State A would get a U.S. Open. Politics and pressure, they go together.” I then asked him if he thought that was what happened in Minnesota, and how they got four Opens.

He looked shocked. “I didn’t say that,” he quickly replied, shaking his

head. “That would be tantamount to accusing one of those directors with bias, which even if true is not provable.

You get into trouble that way. I’m just suggesting a possible scenario. But in any event, don’t quote me.” I did, anyhow, as the previous paragraph indicates, but I didn’t identify him.

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Here’s something else that has puzzled me. Not to belittle Erin Hills, but why was that course, among so many truly fine courses in Wisconsin, chosen to host the U.S. Open? It can’t be because of its location. Erin Hills lies in a sparsely populated farmland southwest of Hartford, with no hotels, motels, restaurants of much of anything for miles around. Most people have little idea of its exact location or how to get there. In the event you’re one of them, here is a bit of direction. From Milwaukee area you would drive west on I-94 about 20 miles to Highway 83, then turn north. Highway 83 is a narrow, winding and hilly road that can be a pain in the neck to traverse, especially if you’re trying to get somewhere for an appointment or meeting. If there is a car in front of you meandering along at around 20 miles per hour it could take you several miles before you could pass it safely and legally.

Anyhow, you go north on 83 for about 15 miles until you reach County

Trunk O. It’s easy to miss. But if you do spot the sign, turn left (west) for a couple miles, and there it is. By the way, County Trunk O is even narrower than Highway 83. Both Hwy. 83 and Hwy. O are meant for light traffic, actually, slow light traffic. What the conditions will be on both with thousands of people wanting to get to the Open on time is hard to imagine.

On the issue of location, aren’t there several top courses right in the Milwaukee area (where there’s plenty of accommodations and dining establishments) that could have been chosen for the Open? Courses such as Milwaukee CC, Bluemound CC, Tuckaway CC or North Hills CC, to name a few, or even the public course at Brown Deer? Two golf resorts in the Lake Geneva area, the Geneva National, with three fine layouts, the Palmer, the Player and the Trevino, and the Geneva National, with two, the Brute and the Highlands, also could have made good choices. Both are near interstate highways, and both are about

midway between the population centers of Milwaukee and Chicago.

Also, why not either of the great layouts at Blackwolf Run near Kohler, the Rivers course or the Meadow Valleys course? Ever since they opened in 1988, they have been ranked as two of the top courses in Wisconsin, and among the top 50 in the entire nation.

Up there near Kohler, both are about as far away from Milwaukee as Erin Hills, but you can get there quicker and easier because of I-43. The USGA has to have been aware of their existence. Could it be that Herb Kohler somehow fell out of favor with those aforementioned directors?

Perhaps length is the key. When Erin Hills was built in 2006 it measured 7824 yards from its championship tees, which made it at the time the longest course in Wisconsin. With the improvement in both golf clubs and golf balls, players as small as 140 pounds are able to drive 300 to 350 yards off the tee, an unheard of feat years ago. This sort of outdates the

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older and shorter courses, no matter what other attributes they had, and makes the long ones so attractive.

Thus far, I have not been able to obtain a great deal of more information. The USGA will undoubtedly be releasing much more of that as the date of the Open nears.

I was able to find out, however, via the internet, that a four-day pass to the Open costs $833. Also, that if you’re planning to try to become a volunteer at the event, forget it. Soon after they announced that they needed volunteers back in the summer of 2015 all spots were quickly grabbed.

Here’s another tidbit that’s hard to believe. Everyone who became a volunteer had to pay the USGA $175. That’s a great concept, isn’t it? This summer, when I ask any of the neighborhood kids to cut my lawn, I’m going to tell them they have to pay me $20 to do it.

Yes, it’s been a long wait. But better late than never.

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What is a MIM? Find it in Phoenix, AZ What is a MIM and where might I find it?

Before you go to the dictionary or encyclopedia, we will tell you that the MIM is an abbreviation for Musical Instrument Museum and the absolutely largest and best of these is located on Mayo Blvd., just off Hwy. 101 in Phoenix, AZ. What? You have never heard of it. Well, you’re not alone in this category. The Musical Instrument Museum is the world’s only global museum devoted to musical instruments. It first opened in 2010, is family-friendly and displays world-class instrument collections and, at times, programs about specific instruments.

While music may not make the world turn on its axis, this museum is unique, has excellent displays, and is of interest to all visitors and can be educationally important to students.

There’s not a country that is not represented from its musical side. While we did not count them, there are thousands of musical instruments in the museum and you, as an adult, can view them all - and perhaps even try some out. The MIM is open

seven days weekly from 9 a.m. It is divided into rooms and visitors are given headphones in each display area so that they can tune in to the exhibition narratives. Perhaps the most interesting place to begin a tour of the Musical Instrument Museum would be on the top floor, which is divided in areas of countries.

These are grouped by South Asia, Central Asia, East Asia, Southeast Asia, Europe, Oceania, Latin America, the United States and Canada.

These geographic galleries present the instruments by regions of the world.

You will hear and see video and audio recordings of the instruments being played and their cultural content.

The upper level also has some special displays highlighting some American music instrument manufacturers such as Steinway, C.F. Martin and D’Addario. This level alone can easily be a two-hour tour.

On the main floor, we first will go to the Artist Gallery where we will see instruments, video concert footage, photographs, performance attire and other special items linked to world

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class musicians and music innovators.

The Experience Gallery, which is next on our tour, allows for hands-on opportunities to play various instruments that were often viewed in the top floor exhibits.

Next on tour is the Mechanical Music Gallery, which is quite entertaining as it features instruments designed to play on their own.

If you’re lucky, there will be a traveling or special exhibition in the Target Gallery.

There also is a Conservation Lab, as it is called, where instruments are

repaired as needed and others are restored and preserved for displays.

If you have time and the inclination, there’s a nice cafe, with indoor and outdoor seating and a great museum store for some curios to help you recall your visit. You probably don’t have to be told that food and drink is allowed only in the restaurant and may not be brought into the exhibit areas.

We rate the MIM as very interesting. If you are in Phoenix and have a half-day free, this tour at $20 is well worth your time and money.

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Wounded warriors Due to bomb blasts and heavy artillery shelling, some 320,000 military personnel who served on active duty, mostly in the Middle East, have come home suffering from traumatic brain injuries. Too many of these are among the heightened numbers of those veterans on suicide risk. Veterans’ suicides are now averaging 27 daily. These deaths by suicide have increased by 40 percent in the last decade or from 2007-2011, 680 veterans died by suicide.

The Veterans Crisis phone number is 1-800-273-8255.

The Veterans Benefits Resource number is 1-800-947-8387.

Milwaukee County Service Officer Jim Duff has information on an emergency grant program for low-income veterans. The report states that 70 to 80 veterans are aided yearly with rent payments, utility bills, emergency shut-offs, eviction notices.

Stars and Stripes plans bus tour While many veterans of military service have experienced the wonderful free Stars and Stripes sponsored honor flights to view the monuments in Washington, D.C, there still are flights planned this spring. Persons interested should contact Laura Rinaldi, a Stars and Stripes board member.

For those who do not like air travel, the Stars and Stripes organization of volunteers is planning a local Tour of Honor Saturday, July 15 in Milwaukee and Port Washington. Rinaldi says, “This will give us a chance to show these veterans a bit of honor flight magic without the flight.” Veterans interested should call her at 262238-7740.

Truman’s words of wisdom Harry Truman, a haberdashery owner by trade, became the president of the United States when President Roosevelt died near the end of World War II. He is quoted as saying time and again that the basic job of the president is to do things for the benefit of the people. He brought World War II to a quick conclusion after he ordered

the atomic bombs to be dropped on Japan.

President Truman, quick with a quip, rates these presidents as the worst: Zachary Taylor, Franklin Pierce, James Buchanan, U.S. Grant, Benjamin Harrison, Warren Harding, Calvin Coolidge and Dwight D. Eisenhower.

Veterans Affairs buildings being renovated It is time for many military veterans of the various wars to arise from their easy chairs and do more than just take note of the renovating projects going on at the Old Soldiers’ Home and other area buildings in that vicinity. The non-profit City of Milwaukee Housing Authority is the project leader with the Alexander Company serving as the developer. The buildings being renovated include the Old Main, once mainly a domiciliary for patient care. Once completed, plans are to utilize the structure for 62 one-bedroom and 15 two-bedroom apartments.

There also will be community styled amenities located there as well as ad-

ministrative offices.

The Administrative building, known as the Headquarters Building, is being converted into 15 one-bedroom units designed for single occupancy.

The one-time Catholic Chaplain’s building and three buildings that once housed Soldiers’ Home staff also are being restored for housing. None of this work is expected to be completed before March and then continue into April of 2019.

Further information is available at the office of James Duff, Milwaukee County Veterans’ Service Officer, phone 414-266-1234.

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Falls can lead to greater problems Falling is a common fear for many of us, as even one fall can lead to fractured bones, head injuries, and bruising. The National Safety Council reported that in 2014 approximately 20,400 people died from falls at home, with the vast majority being the age of 65 and older. According to data collected from the National Council on Aging, approximately one in three seniors aged 65 and older will fall at least once each year, resulting in hospital stays, prolonged injuries and a significant decline of independence.

A report from Philips Lifeline indicates that chronic disease and other health factors for people over 65 play a role in falls. These include arthritis, obesity, functional limitations, multiple medications, hypertension and diabetes. If you have experienced a fall, it’s important to let your healthcare professional know. Understanding your conditions can help you and your healthcare professionals talk about mobility choices, which may prevent a fall from occurring. Taking the proper precautions in your home can also help reduce the risk for falls.

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By Kathy Gale • Is your path clear? Be sure to remove clutter, small furniture, extension cords, throw rugs and other items that could cause you to trip. Arrange your furniture allowing plenty of room for walking.

• Clean up water! If you spill in your house, be sure to clean it up right away so you don’t slip on it later. If bending down is difficult, use a mop to soak up the spill. Be sure to have a system in place to clean up your shoes when coming in from inclement weather. Get in the habit of taking your boots off at the door so you don’t track in any water or snow, which could cause a slip.

• Utilize railings. Install bars in your bathroom by your toilet and in

the shower and be sure to use them when stepping in and out of the tub.

Install railings on both sides of your stairs and be sure to use them when walking up or down the stairs. Also, wear non-skid shoes or socks on the stairs or walking on slippery surfaces like hardwood floors.

• Do you have proper lighting? Be sure you have adequate lighting in all rooms of the house, which helps you locate any possible trip hazards in the room. Install nightlights in the kitchen, bathroom and hallways to help you see if you get up during the night.

Motion activated lights are very handy as well.

Understanding potential fall risks and taking steps to reduce those risks will not only help prevent falls but also allow you to feel more comfortable and independent in your home.

It’s also important to understand that it is ok to ask for help when needed.

Interfaith Senior Programs provides services to seniors and adults with disabilities who need a little extra help from time to time.

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Services provided by Interfaith Senior Programs include seasonal yard clean up, transportation to medical appointments and the grocery store, minor home repairs and more.

Many seniors living independently in their home utilize Interfaith’s seasonal yard services in order to reduce their risk of falling while shoveling, raking or clearing their gutters.

To learn more about making an impact on our community through volunteer services for seniors and adults with disabilities, call Interfaith Senior Programs at (262) 549-3348 or visit InterfaithWaukesha.org.

Kathy Gale is Executive Director, Interfaith Senior Programs, Inc. STOP Senior Frauds and Scams is brought to you by Interfaith through a grant from the Wisconsin Consumer Antifraud Fund at the Greater Milwaukee Foundation and the United Way of Greater Milwaukee and Waukesha County.

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Farmers with a winter’s work behind them preparing tools seem ready for seed planting. They’ll work like fools.

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Hopes are high that come Fall, crops will be gainful.

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Get enough sleep Early to bed and late to rise may sooner than later increase your size.

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Holy Assumption Parish, 1533 S. 71st Street, West Allis Delicious homemade chicken dinner includes 3 pieces of chicken, mashed potatoes with homemade gravy, green beans, coleslaw, cranberries, Jello, rolls, milk, coffee and dessert. Beer and soda may be purchased separately. There will also be Basket Raffles, 50/50 Raffles and a bake sale featuring delicious apple or cherry turnovers. Take-outs are available! For pricing and other information, please call 414- 7743010.

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April 12, 6-7:30 pm Bee Aware: The Importance of Pollinators and How to Support Them in Your Yards and Gardens

St. Francis Public Library, 4230 S. Nicholson Avenue, St. Francis About one-third of the food we eat, including nearly all fruits and vegetables, requires animal pollination.

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April 12, 6 – 7:15 pm Osher Distinguished Development Commission: Advancing Education in Milwaukee

UWM School of Continuing Education, 161 W. Wisconsin Ave., Ste. 6000, Milwaukee Dr. Darienne Driver, superintendent of Milwaukee Public Schools, shares the courageous and innovative initiatives that have advanced public education in Milwaukee.

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The institute is a vibrant learning community where every adult over 50 has the opportunity to rediscover and re-engage life though socially active learning.

April 12, 6:30 pm Medicare 101: Just the Simple Facts!

Transitions Health Benefits (located within Diversified Insurance Solutions), 100 North Corporate Drive, Suite 100, Brookfield Are you or someone you know turning 65 soon? Are you wondering what that means? By design, Medicare is like no other health insurance coverage you know. At this free seminar sponsored by Transitions Health Benefits, you will be guided through the Medicare maze and learn what Part A, B, C, and D are, important dates, how and when to apply and much more.

Space is limited, please RSVP to Vicky at 262-439-4567 or email her at Vicky@thbwi.com.

April 13, 10 am – noon Introduction to Facebook

New Berlin Public Library, 15105 Library Lane, New Berlin This class is divided into two parts.

The first half hour of the class will walk you through the process of signing up for a Facebook account.

After that we’ll cover the basic features of Facebook and how to navigate the site. If you already have a Facebook account, you do not need to attend the first half hour.

Registration is required for this class. Please contact the library at 262-785-4980 on online at nbinfo@newberlinlibrary.org to reserve your spot.

April 18, 5:30 pm Busting the Myths of Hospice Care

Linden Room of Luther Manor, 4545 N. 92nd St., Wauwatosa Hospice is one of the most mis-

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understood stages of health care.

Join hospice professionals for some much-needed truth regarding the myths surrounding hospice care.

This event is free but RSVPs are appreciated at 414-847-5091.

April 20, 8:30 – 10 am Senior Breakfast Club – Biking and Walking Safety

Regency Brookfield, 777 N Brookfield Rd., Brookfield Sponsored by ProHealth Care, attendees will learn about trends in cycling for seniors, road safety, the health benefits of cycling, and how to adapt your bicycle specifically for you. We’ll share the best way to store your bicycle and how to join social and senior riding groups.

Registration is necessary for this free event by calling 262-928-2745.

April 21, 11 am – noon Era of Prohibition

Greenfield Public Library, 5310 W. Layton Ave., Greenfield The Senior Ambassador program has arranged for several special presentations that are free to all older adults and/or their caregivers. Steve Daily from the Chudnow Museum of Yesteryear will host this presentation. The Chudnow Museum features thousands of everyday objects in the era of 1920’s to 1930’s from businesses, stores (grocery and toys), physician office, and changing exhibits like Masterlock, tobacco, small movie theatre, ice cream parlor, gift shop etc. Daily will tell the history of the museum and will bring some artifacts to display.

integrating nine original songs, storytelling, and acting. Audiences of all ages are drawn in as they experience how intimately God worked in the life of Joseph and those he influenced. For tickets and reservations, call Spring Creek Church at 262-695-2211 or email Jan Atchley at jana@springcreekonline.com.

April 22, noon – 2 pm April 26, 11 am – 1:30 pm Rock the Green’s 6th Annual The Women’s Center Anniversary Luncheon: Earth Day Celebration Picnic Area 8 in Estabrook Park, Featuring Elizabeth Smart

4400 N. Estabrook Dr., Shorewood The Celebration is a great way to learn about Eco-friendly opportunities and support the community in its environmental efforts.

Milwaukee Riverkeeper is proudly hosting this event featuring a live April 21, 7:30 pm concert by Trapper Schoepp on Carroll, McComiskey a pedal powered stage provided and Sproule by cycling clubs. Local and susIrish Cultural & Heritage Center, tainable food vendors will be on 2133 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwauhand including Screaming Tuna kee Sushi & Asian Bistro, YellowbellieFormed in the 1980s as a tradition- struck, DR DAWG and Hardwood al Irish music band, the trio uses Cafe Food Truck. There will also be exquisite musicianship to take the many on-site eco-education pretraditions a step further. For tickets sentations. This is free and open to and more information, go to www. all. ichc.net or call 414-345-8800.

April 22, 7:30 pm Menomonee Falls Symphony Orchestra

Hamilton Fine Arts Center, W220 N6151 Town Line Rd, Sussex The spring concert will feature “Dramatic Scores of the Masters” with Beethoven’s Coriolanus Overture and the winners of the Young Artist Competition, Manuel Landin and Alexander Zhu both on the violin. Orchestral repertoire includes Barber’s famous “Adagio for Strings” and dramatic treats by Aaron Copland!

Call 800-838-3006 for ticket information.

April 22, 9 am – noon Earth Day Service

Urban Ecology Center – Washington Park, 1859 N. 40th April 21, 12:30 pm Monthly Concert - Dreamer: Street, Milwaukee The Story of Joseph and the It’s a working celebration of the Living God Earth! Bring your friends and Spring Creek Church, N35 W22000 spend a morning helping in the Capitol Dr., Pewaukee park followed by a community This timeless Bible story is a fa- lunch. Meet new people and have vorite of so many people, and has fun helping the Earth! countless applications for our lives today. The four-man team presents the tale in a fun and unique way,

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April 24, 5:30 pm Martin Luther & The Reformation

Faith & Education Center of Luther Manor, 4545 N. 92nd St, Wauwatosa In celebration of the 500th anniversary of the Reformation, we will be hosting an educational presentation about the reformation and life of Martin Luther. Presented by Dr. John Mackett. This event is free but RSVPs are appreciated. RSVP to 414-847-5091

April 25, 6-7:30 pm Poland: A Journey Home

St. Francis Public Library, 4230 S. Nicholson Avenue, St. Francis Learn about the culture of this beautiful country as Librarian Kathy Stilin takes you on a photo journey of her recent trip to Poland. Kathy will also talk about her genealogy research in the towns and churches of her ancestors.

Polish desserts and treats will be served! Please register for this free program by calling 414-481-7323.

Italian Community Center, 631 E. Chicago St., Milwaukee Join in the Women’s Center 40th Anniversary celebration at the annual luncheon! This year’s event, held during Sexual Assault Awareness Month, features a keynote from Elizabeth Smart, child abduction and sexual assault survivor who went on to establish her own foundation and author a book, “My Story.” The date of the luncheon is Denim Day, an international day of awareness and support for sexual assault survivors, and all guests are encouraged to wear denim in solidarity with survivors worldwide. Call 262-547-4600 for registration information or visit www. twcwaukesha.org.

April 27, 11:30 am Second-Hand Rose Luncheon and Style Show

Top of the Ridge Restaurant at Cedar Ridge Apartments, 113 Cedar Ridge Drive in West Bend The style show will showcase fashions of all sizes. It will include all modern, gently used clothing for all seasons for both men and women. The clothing will be available for purchase. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. with lunch served at noon followed by the style show. Lunch includes cheese and cracker platters, chicken salad, fresh fruit wedges and strawberry shortcake. The cost is $12 per person for lunch and the style show. Complimentary wine will also be available at the table.

Net proceeds from the event will benefit Cedar Community resident activities. Tickets are available at the Cedar Ridge reception desk or by calling 262-306-4218. This is event is open to the public.

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The Spring bling fling time is here again

BY SHARON MOSLEY

Bring on the bling. The bees are buzzing, the butterflies are fluttering and hearts are on fire in this year’s newest jewelry trends.

--Use your animal instincts.

Whimsy is the name of this jewelry game. This spring, you’ll see butterflies spreading their wings on rings, slinky serpents wrapping around arms and bees lighting on pins everywhere.

Trust me, you will not want to shoo away these gorgeous little creatures who appear in colorful gemstones... just in time for spring.

--Play with pearls. Coco Chanel loved these timeless treasures and wove them into her everyday accessories. Pearls never go out of style, but now they are going out to breakfast, as well as to dinner. They can be worn with jean jackets, and with the fanciest ball gown. This spring, pearls are adorning large cocktail rings and dripping from ears in stunning designs. They mix it up with all kinds of precious metals, beads and stones for a modern twist. This is a romantic gift that will make a lasting impression anytime of the year.

--Go long and luxurious.

--Make friends with diaLong necklaces are the way to go this monds. A little sparkle will brightspring. Chokers are still a favorite, but necklaces that go to longer lengths are making a comeback with lanyards and rope lariats that exude chic casual style. Pendants dripping with show-stopping baubles or charms are other ways to wear the long luxe looks.

en up anyone’s day or night. Diamond stud earrings are basics that have always been a girl’s best friend. While the traditional studs are still a classic, why not turn up the heat (and the romance) with heart-shaped studs.

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--Get artsy with earrings.

A girl (and some guys) can never have enough earrings...and this spring, the earrings that are stand-outs are the ones that make an artistic statement.

They’re bold and colorful in graphic designs. We’re talking some serious bling, here. There’s something for everyone in every price range.

--Supersize those bracelets. Whether it’s a multiple stack of

thin bangles or a very wide hammered cuff, the bracelets this spring and summer are getting more and more dramatic. Embellished with shimmering gemstones or vintage charms or laser cut with lacy filigree or even twisted into springy spirals, the bigger the better when it comes to this season’s latest arm candy...a real treat for your Valentine.

Graphic earrings make a statement for spring and summer. Shown: Earrings by Toga at www.nordstrom.com.

--Rose gold. Lighten up the

bronze golds of fall and winter with the pink glow of rose gold tones. You’ll find this fresh hue in everything from smart watches to lockets and bracelets. Apple’s rose gold watch with a sporty pink band includes a heart rate sensor...perfect for measuring those surprised heart-felt reactions.

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EDITORIALS

As we age

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For better or worse, it is nice to still be treading along on the topside of this planet Earth. There are too many who have lost their way as they traveled towards old age. It is an honor to have achieved it. In fact, real old age is much better than gaining an honorary degree in gerontology before really experiencing it. There is much to be said

about living life into the 80’s. As many of our children might say, “Sure, dad, tell another of those stories from life in the 1930’s,” etc.

We old codgers realized early in life that we should never attempt to bite off more than we can chew. I guess we learned that via our wisdom teeth. After they were removed a bit

later in our early lives, we then tested the limits of human endurance almost daily as we did this and that and more often than not challenged the elements and our muscled frames along the way.

Just in case you do honestly believe that you screwed up somewhere along your path through this life, you

can perhaps repair the damage at reincarnation time. Ha! If for some reason, maybe through no fault of your own, you’ve achieved more than you ever expected in this life, do not attempt to pat yourself on your back. Chances are that your arms are not long enough.

Time was when children with their fluffy sawdust stuffed bunnies in their arms would be all dressed up and feeling mighty smart as they paraded down aisles at their particular church.

Hand in hand with their mothers. Mom, by the way, also was as elegantly attired as she could afford. This, in most cases, included a fancy hat bought to show off and not ever intended to keep her head warm. Chances are great that it was purchased for this occasion.

Yes, time was when the celebration of Easter meant dressing up for the occasion. If mom had a comfort zone it was being proud of the children and pleased that they were happy. She knew then that she was doing her job and doing it as well as she possibly could. Dressing them for Easter Sunday’s religious service may have been hard work, but mom knew what she was doing.

Of course, we know that Easter is the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the grave. This in-

credibly true story is a basis for the beliefs of each and every Christian. After all, the very word Christian just adds “ian” to Christ.

As young kids, we suspect we were not much different than children today. We looked forward to Easter, as during Lent, the 40 days leading up to Easter Sunday, we had been encouraged to give up something. The word candy was on our parents’ lips. Golly, gee, that big chocolate and marshmallow bunny was quickly devoured.

Yes, Easter Sunday means much and, often differently, to many of us.

While it shouldn’t be only a reason to believe in God and do His will, I recall learning somewhere that on our Day of Judgment, we will watch the Boss Man go over our record in life, marking off the things we should have done and did not do as compared to the things we did do to merit admission into a nice eternal life. Perhaps going to Easter Sunday service may be quite important. But you really don’t need a new hat.

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: My experience has been that it depends on the estate sale. Before going, you need to ask yourself many questions. Do you really need a certain item? Do you have space for the item?

Do you see a great gift for a friend?

Bargains do exist. Usually, Friday is the opening day for sales, and prices are slashed on the second day. Prices are based on many factors. And the estate sale itself can be held for many reasons. The sellers may need to move for health or monetary factors. They might simply want to downsize. Prices are often negotiable, especially if the weather is unpleasant. Remember that cash is king!

Whoever marks the prices may be uninformed about what items are worth. People don’t always correctly judge the items’ condition or what the customer is willing to pay. They rarely take moving charges into consideration. You should account for these factors.

Early birds get the first choice of items. As you walk through, if you aren’t certain whether you like something, pick it up anyway before it dis-

appears and ends up in someone else’s hands. You can always put it back. -Doug

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: I’ve never been in the habit of making resolutions for Lent, but I’m seeing that people in my senior community just started their goals. I’m now being reminded of my New Year’s resolutions and how I haven’t followed through. I wanted to save money this year.

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How can I get back on track? : To start, ask yourself about your goal and why you chose it. Less than half of people in the U.S. make resolutions, as it can be difficult to examine what we want to change in our lives. Remind yourself that you’ve already done that soul-searching. It’s now time to move forward.

The most important thing is to be honest with yourself about your expectations. If you have an unrealistic or nebulous goal, you are likely to give up altogether. If you think that you will cut your expenses in half, you will probably experience immediate disappointment.

Instead, work backward. Choose a target amount of money to save

by Dec. 31, and then divide it by the number of months remaining in the year. Look at your monthly expenditures and break them up into weeks.

Some expenses, such as rent and insurance, are fixed and would require major change. Focus on your dispensable income for now. What do you spend money on? What are you willing to give up?

Check your progress every week.

Don’t beat yourself up if you don’t succeed during one week. Just adjust your goal the following week. -- Emma, Doug’s granddaughter Doug Mayberry makes the most of life in a Southern California retirement community. Contact him at deardoug@ msn.com. Emma, Doug’s granddaughter, helps write this column.

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Healthier baking

BY CHARLYN FARGO

According to the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, a healthy diet limits the amount of calories people should consume from added sugars and saturated fat. Does that mean no desserts? While many baked goods are a major source of both added sugars and saturated fat, dessert still can be an enjoyable part of a full and well-balanced eating pattern.

Here are some tips from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics for delicious baked goods with healthier ingredients:

• Watch Portion Size. Keep-

ing portion sizes in check is a primary strategy for healthfully incorporating baked goods into a healthy eating pattern. Make portion control easier by preparing miniature desserts such as mini-cupcakes. Or cut brownies and sheet cakes into two-inch squares and portion cookie dough using a one-tablespoon scoop.

--Ingredients Matter. Use high-quality ingredients for a more flavorful product that will satisfy cravings even with smaller portions. For example, use vanilla beans instead of extract, opt for high-quality chocolate and make sure your spices are fresh for the boldest flavor.

--Incorporate Nutrient-Rich Ingredients. Instead of focusing on

what to cut out, why not add something nutritious to your recipe?

--Add a Fruit or Vegetable.

Try adding shredded or pureed apple, carrot, banana and pumpkin to recipes to boost nutrients, flavor and moisture.

For some recipes, you can use these ingredients to replace some or all of the butter or oil.

--Try a Whole-Grain Flour.

White whole-wheat flour can be substituted one-for-one for all-purpose flour in most recipes. You also can replace up to half the all-purpose flour in a recipe with a whole-grain flour without making any major adjustments to the recipe.

--Experiment with Recipes That Use Less-Common Flours. Try experimenting with

recipes such as savory pancakes and waffles that call for chickpea flour. Or try recipes with almond flour, which works well for crusts and can be incorporated into dough for a big punch of flavor and added nutrients.

--Use Low-Fat Dairy Products. Use low-fat milk, low-fat butter-

milk and low-fat yogurt in baking recipes to contribute protein and calcium.

Consider swapping cream cheese frosting, which is high in calories and saturated fat and has minimal nutritional value, for a protein-rich frosting made from Greek yogurt.

--Swap butter for hearthealthy oil. When modifying a

favorite recipe, you generally can trade some of the butter for a heart-healthy oil, such as canola oil. Don’t replace all of the butter with oil or you’ll sacrifice texture. And try simply cutting sugar.

--Simply Cut Sugar. As a general rule, you can reduce sugar in a given recipe by about 25 percent without noticeable differences. For instance, if a recipe calls for 4 tablespoons of sugar, reduce the amount to 3 tablespoons.

When reducing sugar, you may need to increase the liquid in a recipe.

There is room for all foods, even baked goods, in a healthy eating pattern. Focus on occasionally enjoying small portions of your favorite treats and experiment with creating healthier versions of favorite recipes for more nutrients in each delicious bite.

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Opening Day; Harbinger of Spring and renewed hopes

BY JACK PEARSON

Of all the major sporting events, Opening Day for baseball has always been my favorite. It’s not only a huge athletic occasion, it’s the eagerly awaited harbinger of spring, the long and cold winter is past, and it’s a time for new hopes for the home team. It’s the American pastime. It’s the most famous sport song ever composed; “Take me out to the ball game . . . I don’t care if I ever get back.”

Sure, there are other huge sporting happenings, the Super Bowl, the NCAA championships in football and basketball; the NBA title games, the U.S. Open in golf, even the World Series itself. But all of those events take place after or during the season’s competition; Opening Day stands by itself.

This year’s Opener at Miller Park is on Monday, April 3, beginning at 1:10 p.m. Don’t worry about the weather; that’s the great thing about having a wonderful domed stadium like Miller Park. No rainouts or sitting in a wet, freezing stadium seat.

With all that being said, how well do you remember the very first Opening Day at Miller Park, 16 years ago on Friday, April 6, 2001; Brewers against the Cincinnati Reds and the Brewers won the game 5-4 with a dramatic 8th inning home run by Richie Sexson?

It was a significant game for other reasons than just being the first one; it was the only Major League Opener in Wisconsin ever attended by not only the Commissioner of Baseball (Bud Selig), but by the President of the United States as well (George W. Bush). In fact, it may have been the only time a U.S. President, while still in office, attended a sporting event of any kind in Wisconsin.

For readers of 50 Plus back in April of 2001—well, maybe you weren’t a senior citizen yet, it was all of 16 years ago—but here’s a few items from that edition: Full page ads heralded the upcoming 10th Anniversary of 50 Plus Fest at Brookfield Square; Editor Jim McLoone, writing under one of his synonyms, Ennis Wright, offered best wishes and good luck to the Brewers in their new stadium home, Miller Park; his dearly beloved wife Mary wrote a most interesting piece on the Florida

The first game ever in spacious and domed Miller Park, Opening Day, April 6, 2001, a capacity crowd watched as the game won by Brewers 5-4.

Space Coast; I wrote a couple of features on behind the scenes people at the new Miller Park, Tim O’Driscoll, the team’s head scorekeeper and also a teacher at Hartland High School, the other on Betty Grant, then a member of team’s office staff for more than 30 years; beer vendor Dan McKenney, on the job with the Brewers and the Braves since 1953; usher Marv Flemming, on duty for more than half a century; and another usher, Bob Gibbons, then 72 and another 30 year vet.

Bob is 88 now, and incredibly is still on the job.

Sixteen years seems to go by so quickly, but in that short time span the entire makeup of a Major League team can completely change. Here are the starters for that 2001 initial Brewers team at Miller Park. I’d be surprised if you remembered any of them. Henry Blanco was the primary catcher, and at first base was Richie Sexson. Other

infielders included Jose Hernandez, Mark Loretta, Ronnie Bellieard, Tyler Houston and others. In the outfield were Jeff Jenkins, Matt Stairs and Devon White. That latter player was something of an enigma. He was one of the top hitters on the team and in fact led the Brewers with three grand slam homers, but after the season he

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filed for free agency, left the team and never played in the Major Leagues again. Loretta had the highest average, at .289, but the super star for the Brewers that year was Sexson, who led in home runs with 45, still a Brewer record, and 125 runs batted in on his way to the Brewers’ MVP award.

Pitchers included Ben Sheets, Glendon Rusch and Jaimie Wright, and the top reliever was Ray King with 82 appearances. Even the front office was almost completely different. The President and CEO was Bud Selig’s daughter, Wendy Selig-Prieb; Dean Taylor as the Senior VP and General Manager; Dean Rennicke was the VP of ticket sales and advertising; Jack Zduriencik was Director of Scouting; Jon Greenberg was the PR Director; and Mario Ziino was Director of Publications.

Other than TV and radio personnel, about the only 2001 staff member still

on the job is Clubhouse Director and Equipment Manager Tony Migliaccio.

Something else you may have forgotten, but Miller Park’s grand opening was delayed by nearly two years because of a tragic accident that occurred during its construction on July 14, 1999. A huge building crane collapsed along with portions of the walls, killing three workers, William De Grave, Jerome Starr and Jeffrey Wischer. Their names are now enshrined in the walls of Miller Park. Old County Stadium, which was replaced

by Miller Park, was a grand old gal in her own right. She served Milwaukee baseball well from 1953 to 2000, and even had a larger capacity – 53,1923 than does Miller Park. The first game ever played there was on April 6, 1953, and yes, I was there. A week or so later I interviewed the then young owner of the team, Bud Selig, in his tiny, win-

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Perry Como, Anthony Quinn, Victor Borge and Jack Lemon, and here in Milwaukee, sports greats such as Al McGuire and Eddie Mathews died.

The year 2001 also included the horrible crash of two high jacked airliners into New York’s twin towers, destroying both and killing more than 5,000 people, more than twice those killed at Pearl Harbor.

Ah well, enough of history. That was then, this is now, see you out at the ballpark on Monday, April 3, God willing.

For the first time in history, a U.S. President in office attended a baseball game in Wisconsin. Here is President George Bush throwing out the first pitch. dowless office stuck under the stairs.

He, and baseball in Milwaukee, have come a long way since then.

On the national scene, some of the entertainment world’s favorite performers passed away during the year;

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Emma tells about Henry’s headache advice Dear Folks:

Every so often my Henry comes up with a goofy idea that seems to work wonders. He recently told me that one of the workers (Yes, a few actually do) at the factory said the other day that he had a new way to get rid of headaches. And, as Henry said, he, himself, is somewhat of a headache. Well, as Henry’s story goes - and I have yet to check it out as I seldom have a headache; just a lot of pains in other places - the man swears that a strong cup or two of coffee cures a migraine as the caffeine is an active ingredient in both prescription and over the counter medications for headaches.

As I see it, the greatest problem for a heavy dose of caffeine is that it might bring on sleepless nights. Gosh! Possibly more caffeine with dinner might even keep Henry awake during the evening commercials.

Henry claims to come across lots of different remedies for ailments through his reading. I become more than slightly agitated some nights when we are watching TV or at least I

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By Aunt Emma am. I leave the room for a moment or pick up the phone and later ask Henry what has transpired on show? He doesn’t know. He says he was reading and not watching. Just what type of solution can I expect? What is the sense of paying that large Spectrum bill every month if we aren’t going to watch that darned idiot box over there in the corner? Henry was just perusing one of those bone medical magazines and somehow he came up with magnesium oxide as another remedy for headaches. Now, I suspect your next question and I’ll tell you before we even get started on this solution that magnesium oxide might just as well be a foreign substance. No, I don’t have Vanquish even though Henry has

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asked me that I buy some so he can take it with his morning coffee. But how much is enough?

I am going to shift my gears and also my topic herewith. A friend, who is considering going into an independent care facility claims that she is looking forward to the quiet care offered there.

I am fearful that the quietly caring personnel might just wrestle me into compliance of some sort.

My biggest problem is an occasional sleepless night. To make this even more of a problem, I always make frequent trips to the bathroom if I am awake during the night. Of course, every time I turn the bright light on, it bothers my brain. Anyhow, I don’t bother Henry.

It seems that we have spent a lot of time today with health questions and solutions. But as Henry says time and time again, there’s no time like the present to focus on improving our health. Henry even reminded me that someone dies every four minutes of a stroke. How’s that for a stroke of bad

luck? I didn’t really know what causes strokes in people, but Henry, he’s really reading up on medical maladies, tells me that they are caused by clots in the brain. Too often, Henry says, people don’t realize they are having strokes and don’t hurry to hospitals where they could be treated for them. I guess concerned people can tell if they are having a stroke by their lack of balance and or weakness in their facial muscles or arms.

Well, I guess I have given you plenty of conversation on medical things today. I do believe it is important to know about them and to react quickly when and if there is a reason to. We must have confidence in ourselves; a feeling that we will know what’s up and do the right things when and if they are required.

Oops! There goes the telephone ringing. This will be my first call today so that’s about it for this month. We can be together again in the merry month of May. Goodbye!

cations, will result in overall improvements as necessary.

WDVA Secretary Zimmerman said his objective is serving those who

served for us.

Zimmerman retired from the Army in 2008.

So you like living in Wisconsin, but you really do want to live longer. The answer might be to rent a U-Haul, pack up your household and head for the mountains where coping with the heights possibly makes your

heart stronger and your circulation better. People living in high altitude areas seem to have longer longevity.

Of the 20 counties in the United States with the healthiest people, most are high altitude havens.

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