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BROWNING 1911-380 PISTOL 2 MAGS new $600. BearCreek AR10 .308 Win Semi-auto rifle new $700. PSA AR15 Rifle 10.5” barrel new $525. Heritage Lever Rifle 38/357magnum new $700. FFL dealer Lee (775)720-6076 HARD WOODS FROM COOS BAY, OREGON FOR woodworking hobbyist, etc, rounds, planks, some very thick, 300-400 pounds of Maple, Black Walnut and other (775)790-3802
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HUNEWILL CONSTRUCTION IS LOOKING FOR A CONCRETE batch plant operator. Job location is the Desert Creek Pit in Smith Valley Nevada. The job consists of batching concrete, help with dispatching and maintenance on the plant. Knowledge of concrete is a plus. Please apply at 315 Artist View in Wellington. Phone (775)465-2448
DOLL SALE, LARGE COLLECTION, INCLUDING Barbie, Marie Osmond, also miscellaneous others. Call Patrice (775)392-0049
DID YOU KNOW? There are approximately 331 million people in the United States who own a mobile phone, which is 98% of the population.
WILL TEAR DOWN AND BUY OLD WOODEN Barns and Barn Wood! Insured and bonded (775)782-9192
C-THRU WINDOW CLEANING, AND GENERAL maintenance, Call Casey (775)350-8021
Avoid long arguments with relatives during the holidays by loudly announcing: “Let’s discuss politics and then immediately leave the room.”
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Advice for family gatherings
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No one else sees life through your eyes
Don’t let anyone invalidate or minimize how you feel. If you feel something, you feel it and it’s real to you. Nothing anyone says has the power to invalidate that, ever. No one else lives in your body. No one else sees life through your eyes. No one else has lived through your experiences. And so, no one else has the right to dictate or judge how you feel. Your feelings are important and you deserve to be heard. They are inherently valid and they matter. Don’t let anyone make you believe otherwise. FIVE LIMITED EDTION DECORATIVE PEWTER Christmas plates $100 OBO, Minden (916)212-8626 SMALL LOCAL BUSINESS SEEKS A TECH-SAVVY designer to refresh our outdated WordPress website. We’re looking for a clean, simple, mobile-friendly design of 10 pages or fewer. Please submit your design portfolio to: sierrascoop@charter.net HANDYMAN PROS (NOT LICENSED) - RAPID RESPONSE, ALL Phases of Construction, New, Repair, Roofs, Bath, Kitchen, Painting, Custom, Carpentry, Landscaping, Concrete, minor Plumbing and Electrical, Tile, Granite & more, Professionally Designed Blue Prints (775)400-6822
A newly ordained priest
A newly ordained priest, nervous about hearing confessions, finally asks an older priest to observe how he does and give some tips. After listening in on the second confession, the older priest suggested that the younger man fold his arms, maybe rub his chin with one hand while saying phrases like “I see” or “I understand” or “Yes, my child. Go on”. The young priest puts the suggestions into practice and later tells the older priest how much it has helped getting more information from his flock. “You’ve done well,” said the older man. “Isn’t that much better than slapping your knee and yelling ‘No way! What happened next?’”
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CASH PAID FOR OLD COSTUME JEWELRY: Rhinestones, Mexican and Indian Tourist Jewelry, Rings, Bracelets, Necklaces, Pins, Men’s Jewelry, Old Plastics, Silver, Copper, Glass Beads, Men’s and Women’s Old Wind Up Watches, Charm Bracelets, Lockets etc. Larger quantities preferred. I drive to you. Call or text Joanne at (775)430-2352 TRACTOR WORK: CLEANING YARDS, roof shingle repairs, exterior house painting, sagebrush removal, RV pad, etc., Call Florencio (775)771-7640 1979 21’ COASTAL REC PLEASURE SAILBOAT, with trailer and Honda 4 stroke BFP 9.9 power thrust portable outboard motor, needs TLC $2,700; Teto 1988 5th wheel trailer, free as is, definitely needs TLC; Antique wood burning cook stove $1,500; Women’s business high-end wardrobe suits and separates, Sizes 8-10-12; Women’s full length Beaver fur coat $700 (775)781-4696
Married women vs single women
Why are married women heavier than single women? Single women come home, see what’s in the fridge and go to bed. Married women come home, see what’s in the bed and go to the fridge. NEED A PERSONAL ASSISTANT FOR LIFE’S details? Why not reclaim it with a dedicated personal assistant? Albert, albert3336@sbcglobal.net or (775)4349394 WANTED, OLD CARS, COLLECTOR CARS, MUSCLE cars, non running or no title okay, private collector, give me a call (775)315-8265 4 GENERAL USED STUDDED SNOW TIRES MOUNTED ON 6 lug silver wheels 265/65/R17 fits Toyota Tacoma 2005-15 $800 OBO (530)545-9891
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1967-1987 CHEVROLET D44 FRONT AXLE TRUSS; D44 rear axle truss, $785 new sell $350 for both, 1973 Chevy trailer receiver hitch $209 new, sell $100, 1973 to 1980 Chevy grill brush guard $500 new sell for $250, chain hoist $150, GE washer and electric dryer $250 OBO Generac 22 KW $350 offer, new in box LaMat black powder $1,400 new, sell for $1,250, Kentucky cap and ball muzzle loader $300, call for appointment (775)901-2243
AERATING & DETHATCHING $300 MOST yards, large yards welcomed, sprinkler repair tree & Juniper removal, excavating, Earth, Turf & Timber Landscape Maintenance (775)450-1955 RUSSELL’S TREE SERVICE, #1 ARTISTRY IN TREE Care; Shaping, Balancing, Removals, Stump Grinding, Fruit Trees, Hedges, Ornamental Pruning, Serving your area, NV License #20141277851 (775)6850528 PAINTING BY ART - STAINING AND PAINTING done at affordable rates, personal service with 20 years experience, call for free estimate, Gardnerville (775)392-3997
Why some men have dogs and not wives
The later you are, the more excited your dogs are to see you. Dogs don’t notice if you call them by another dog’s name. Dogs like it if you leave a lot of things on the floor. A dog’s parents never visit. Dogs agree that you have to raise your voice to get your point across. You never have to wait for a dog; they’re ready to go 24 hours a day. Dogs find you amusing when you’re drunk. Dogs like to go hunting and fishing. A dog will not wake you up at night to ask, “If I died, would you get another dog?” If a dog has babies, you can put an ad in the paper and give them away. A dog will let you put a studded collar on it without calling you a pervert. If a dog smells another dog on you, they don’t get mad. They just think it’s interesting. Dogs like to ride in the back of a pickup truck. And last, but not least: If a dog leaves, it won’t take half of your stuff. DR LANDSCAPING, DEFENSIBLE SPACE, TREE work and yard cleanups, sprinkler repairs and weed abatement, house and garage clean ups, Dave (775)6710808
Grounds for divorce
She entered the office of a noted divorce lawyer. ‘I want to know if I have grounds for divorce? ‘she asked. ‘Are you married?’ asked the lawyer.‘Yes, I am.’ ‘Then, ‘he replied, ‘you have grounds.’
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First Christmas in Heaven
I see the countless Christmas trees around the world below, With tiny lights, like heaven’s stars, reflecting on the snow. The sight is so spectacular, please wipe away that tear. For I’m spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year. I hear the many Christmas songs, that people hold so dear, But the sounds of music can’t compare, with the Christmas choir up here. For I have no words to tell you, the joy their voices bring. For it is beyond description, To hear an angel sing. I can’t tell you of the splendor, or the peace here in this place. Can you just imagine Christmas, with our Savior, face to face? I’ll ask Him to light your spirit, as I tell Him of your love; So then pray for one another, as you lift your eyes above. Please let your heart be joyful, and let your spirit sing. For I’m spending Christmas in Heaven, and I’m walking with the King! I know how much you miss me; I see the pain inside your heart. But I’m not so far away, We really aren’t apart. So be happy for me, dear ones, you know I hold you dear, and be glad I’m spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year. I send you each a special gift from my heavenly home
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above. I send you each a memory of my undying love. After all “love” is the gift, more precious than pure gold. It was always most important in the stories Jesus told. Please love and keep each other as my Father said to do, For I can’t count the blessings or the love He has for you. So have a Merry Christmas and wipe away that tear. Remember I’m spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year! (Author unknown) STUCCO AND DRYWALL, PAINT SERVICES, Interior, Exterior wall repairs, cracks, peels, dents, tape texturing, wall paper, popcorn ceiling, removal and refinish, “paint”, 25 years experience, Free Estimates, Licensed and Bonded, Call Fred (775)507-6315 Writing the Editor - We welcome all articles, letters, jokes and comments on Sierra Scoop, local issues, community news and free private party ads, published as space provides. These articles, letters, comments do not necessarily reflect our opinion. All public input is welcome. sierrascoop@charter.net, (775)782-4520
The wedding ring
At the cocktail party, one woman said to another, “Aren’t you wearing your wedding ring on the wrong finger?” The other replied “Yes, I am, I married the wrong man.”
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AFTER 16 YEARS IN GARDNERVILLE TOPAZ PLUMBING is retiring. Huge sale on all supplies; Copper, ABS, Galvanized fittings, tools, black pipe, sched, 80 fittings and lots of fixtures, over $10,000 best offer within reason, all must go, Call Bob at (408)313-5757 DID YOU KNOW? The increase of 118,300 people experiencing homelessness marks the largest singleyear jump in recent history, bringing the total to over 771,000 individuals.
Outdoorsy man
During his physical, the doctor asked the patient about his daily activity level. He described a typical day this way: ‘Well, yesterday afternoon, I waded along the edge of a lake, drank eight beers, escaped from wild dogs in the heavy brush, jumped away from an aggressive rattlesnake, marched up and down several rocky hills, stood in a patch of poison ivy, and took four leaks behind big trees.’ Inspired by the story, the doctor said, ‘You must be one hell of an outdoors man!’ ‘NAH,’ he replied, ‘I’m just a crappy golfer.’
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WANTED: LICENSE PLATES, OLD MOTORCYCLE Helmets, Old Pre-1970’s Levi’s, Musical instruments, Old Watches and Old Lighters, John (775)315-4930 LIQUIDATING: JD 6140D TRACTOR, JD 7520 TRACTOR, 2 NH 1118 Swathers, 2 Freeman 370T Balers, McFarland 30ft Harrow, Rhino 12 ft offset disc, Eversman 1200 Landplane, NH 451 side mower, JD 10ft tandem disc, NH 1095 Harobed, 1980 Ford F-600 dump truck. Liquidating but not giving away. For info or text for pictures. (775)233-3580
A bedroom problem
A woman went in to see a therapist and said, “I’ve got a big problem, doctor. Every time we’re in bed and my husband climaxes, he lets out a yell.” “My dear,” the doctor said, “that’s completely natural. I don’t see what the problem is.” “The problem is,” she complained, “he keeps waking me up!” JMA CONSTRUCTION COMPANY SPECIALIZING in concrete replacement and roofing replacement. Serving Carson City and surrounding areas since 1993. License #’s C-5 0079313 C-15 0079310, jmaconstructioncompany@gmail.com or (775)882-6347
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The Virgin Birth
A woman takes her 16-year-old daughter to the doctor. The doctor says, “Okay, Mrs. Jones, what’s the problem?” The mother says, “It’s my daughter Darla. She keeps getting these cravings, she’s putting on weight and is sick most mornings.” The doctor gives Darla a good examination then turns to the mother and says, “Well, I don’t know how to tell you this but your Darla is pregnant. About 4 months would be my guess.” The mother says, “Pregnant?! She can’t be, she has never ever been left alone with a man! Have you Darla?” Darla says, “No mother! I’ve never even kissed a man!” The doctor walked over to the window and just stares out it. About five minutes pass and finally the mother says, “Is there something wrong out there doctor?” The doctor replies, “No, not really, it’s just that the last time anything like this happened, a star appeared in the east and three wise men came over the hill. I’ll be damned if I’m going to miss it this time!” RARE DEEDED PROPERTY AT DAVID WALLEY’S resort Timeshare in Genoa. “Floating Week, Biennial Odd” 2 bedroom, 2 bath, sleeps 6, beautiful scenery, the mineral hot springs Spa and restaurant are nearby, $2,995 (775)720-3106
DID YOU KNOW? In 2025, 3.61 million babies were born in the United States, a slight decrease from 3.63 million in 2024.
Angry wife
An angry wife to her husband on phone: “Where the heck are you?” Husband: “Darling, you remember that jewelry shop where you saw the diamond necklace and totally fell in love with it, and I didn’t have money at that time, and I said ‘Baby it’ll be yours one day’?” Wife, with a smile and blushing: “Yeah I remember that my love!” Husband: “I’m in the bar just next to that shop.” SEWING MACHINES, PFAFF, JANOME MEMORY, Singer serger, 2 antiques machines, inverted hanging table, new massage table, discounted Mary Kay make up and body products, massage chair, new Wilson ladies clubs, hand blown Verano Italian crystal beverage set, hand-made light blue Mexican food and serving set (775)781-4696 WOOD STOVE PELLETS, WE SELL Pellets, cleanest burning, highest heat output, out performs all others, ½ cord almond firewood, bensonfeed.com, Benson Feed, Carson City (775)882-3999
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If you’re unmarried, are you in the minority?
According to the most recent Census Bureau statistics on marital status, it is married people, not unmarried, who are in the minority—they account for 49 percent of people 15 and older. The other 51 percent—136.3 million people—are divorced, widowed, or separated, or they have always been single (never married). Percent of all unmarried in the U.S. who are: Widowed: 11 percent, Divorced: 19 percent, Separated: 3 percent, Always single (never married): 67 percent. In 1956, just about everyone got married. Half of the men were younger than 22.5 when they married, and half of the women were younger than 20.1. Now we are looking at a cohort of 50-year-olds in which one out of four will have been single their whole life. KENNY AND COLLEEN’S STUMP GRINDING services, K&C stump grinding services, Call (917)3623181 or (410)739-4052 MOVING SALE, EVERYTHING MUST GO! Body Shop equipment, Kansas Jack damage dozer and so much more, call for appointment (775)901-2243
Douglas County Republican Women Nevada
(DCRWNV) will meet in Minden at Valley Christian Fellowship on December 2, 2026. We hope you will be able to join us to enjoy a delicious lunch featuring turkey breast, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetables, salad and dessert. We will not have a speaker at our meeting but will have songs and games to celebrate the season. Please RSVP no later than November 29th to Elinor Lacy at 415-985-5432 or email DCRWNV@gmail.com for more information. We encourage you to connect with us to learn more about how you can support the Republican party and get out the vote in 2026, which is another very important election year. 2 SAMSUNG GALAXY A16 5G PHONES, $75 each; 2 flip phones $20 each; Epson ink jet XP830 inkjet printer $110; 2’x3’ mirror $20; NRA backpacks $20 each; brand new shower curtain $10; 12” new electric frying pan $25, wheel chair cup holders $8 each, Call (775)431-3124 HANDYMAN - SMALL CONCRETE WORK, REPAIRS and some overlays, Call Chuck (775)552-5151 DID YOU KNOW? In 2025, an estimated 3,094,593 people died in the United States.
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Don’t let me be late!
A little girl, dressed in her Sunday best, was running as fast as she could, trying not to be late for Bible class. As she ran, she prayed, “Dear Lord, please don’t let me be late! Dear Lord, please don’t let me be late!” As she was running and praying, she tripped on a curb and fell, getting her clothes dirty and tearing her dress. She got up, brushed herself off, and started running again. Again, she prayed, “Dear Lord, please don’t let me be late!...But don’t shove me either!” 2006 30’ 5TH WHEEL CAMPER WITH TWO SLIDES, solid wood interior, lots of storage inside and out, carriage compass, great condition, $12,000 OBO or any reasonable offer (505)514-2212 DR. FIX IT HOME REPAIR PRO, ANY OUTSIDE/ INSIDE repairs, big or small, flat rate $40 per hour (775)691-5119
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What deep thinkers men are
I mowed the lawn today, and after doing so I sat down and had a cold beer. The day was really quite beautiful, and the drink facilitated some deep thinking on various topics. Finally I thought about an age old question: Is giving birth more painful than getting kicked in the groin? Women always maintain that giving birth is way more painful than a guy getting kicked in the groin. Well, after another beer, and some heavy deductive thinking, I have come up with the answer to that question. Getting kicked in the groin is more painful than having a baby; and here is the reason for my conclusion. A year or so after giving birth, a woman will often say, “It might be nice to have another child.” On the other hand, you never hear a guy say, “You know, I think I would like another kick in the groin.” I rest my case. Time for another beer. ROOFING – REROOFS, REPAIRS, ROOF COATING APPLIED - Painting Exterior Specialist - Mobile Homes Included. Residential/Commercial/Family Owned Business Since 1986. Clean / Professional Work - Serving all Carson Valley. We Do It Right The “First Time” Senior Citizens 10% Discount. A-Action Construction. Lic. #33439 Call Maverick at (949) 842-3801
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IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE! A COMPLETE SET of 8 authentic buildings that light. Bedford Falls Chapel, Granville House, Gower’s Drugstore, Train Station, Martini’s Bar, Bailey Bros. Building & Loan, movie theater, collector value $250, asking $100 (775)392-1297 YERINGTON, NEVADA FURNISHED ROOMS available, Utilities & WiFi included, Free on site Laundry, Fully stocked Kitchens, Bathrooms with soaking large tubs, Living rooms, Gym, Pool table and darts, Lounge (385)254-1127
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Use your brain to find your car
On your Birthday!
Are you one of those who forgets where you parked your vehicle? By holding the key remote next to your head can extend the remote’s range and unlock the vehicle. The key remote works by sending electromagnetic waves to your car. If you walk away from the car, the signal coming out gets weaker and weaker and weaker. But water can extend the range of electromagnetic waves — and your brain is full of water. When the waves go through water, they pull positively charged hydrogen ions and negatively charged oxygen ions in opposite directions and push them upwards and downwards. That means they’re behaving rather like a radio transmitter — as they’re going up and down, up and down, radiating energy. The water in your head carries an electromagnetic wave that acts on the same frequency as the remote’s wave. The waves then add together and extend the range of your car key. A jug of water can further boost the remote’s range, which you are unlikely to have in the event of an emergency but bear it in mind.
Wishing you a very happy birthday and a year filled with love, adventure and prosperity. Here’s to you! The Scoop
DID YOU KNOW? 2025, the United States saw approximately 3.9 million high school graduates, the highest number on record.
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A little bear poem!
“If it’s brown, lie down, if it’s black, fight back, if it’s white, say goodnight.”
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HANDRAILS: STAND ALONE CUSTOM BUILT Sturdy metal handrails for safety and assistance-most exterior doors and walkways also garage concrete steps corrections and improvements. Carson Valley and Carson City (775)790-6445 HARMAR/AL100/UNIVERSAL OUTSIDE SCOOTER Hitch-Mount Lift/350 lbs capacity/Compatible with most minivans/SUV/trucks/vans. Fully powered lifting/ folding when not in use. Greg at (707)688-1600
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We are often called “the elderly,” but that quiet label hides a truth most people rarely pause to consider—we are the last living witnesses of a world that no longer exists. Look closely at us and you might see gray hair, slower steps, or the quiet patience that time teaches. But if you truly listen to our story, you will realize something extraordinary. We are not simply older people moving through the final chapters of life. We are the survivors of a breathtaking transformation in human history, a generation that walked from the slow rhythm of an analog world into the dazzling speed of a digital one without losing our sense of humanity along the way. Our journey began in a very different world. Many of us were born in the 1940s, 1950s, and early 1960s, when the scars of World War II were still fresh and the world was trying to rebuild itself. Cities were rising again from rubble, families were learning how to hope after years of uncertainty, and childhood unfolded in ways that would feel almost unrecognizable to younger generations today. Our toys were simple. We played marbles in dusty yards and hopscotch on cracked sidewalks. We gathered around kitchen tables to play checkers and cards while the smell of dinner filled the house. When the streetlights flickered on in the evening, it was the universal signal that childhood adventures were over for the day and it was time to go home. There were no smartphones. No streaming videos. No endless scroll of digital distractions. Instead, we built our memories in the real world— with scraped knees, laughter echoing down neighborhood streets, and friendships that formed face to face. Music became one of the defining soundtracks of our youth. The 1960s and 1970s arrived like a wave of color and rebellion. We watched as culture shifted around us, carried by electric guitars and voices that dared to question the world. For many of us, gatherings like the legendary Woodstock Festival of 1969 symbolized something powerful: the belief that peace, music, and community could reshape the future. Hundreds of thousands of young people stood together in muddy fields, listening to artists who poured raw emotion into towering speakers known as the Wall of Sound. Those concerts were not just entertainment—they were moments when strangers felt like a single generation singing the same hope under an open sky. Education looked different then too. Our notebooks were filled with handwritten notes carefully copied from chalkboards. Research required patience, libraries, and stacks of heavy books rather than a quick internet search. We learned to slow down and think through ideas because information did not arrive instantly. Mistakes were corrected with erasers and ink. Not with the click of a “delete” button. Love also carried a different rhythm. We fell in love while vinyl records spun on turntables
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and cassette tapes clicked softly inside plastic players. Music became the background to first dances, long conversations, and dreams about the future. Those relationships grew into marriages, families, and lives built step by step through the 1980s and 1990s, decades that saw technology begin to reshape the world around us. Yet nothing compares to the bridge our generation has crossed. We are the only generation to have experienced an entirely analog childhood and a fully digital adulthood. We remember waiting days—or sometimes weeks—for handwritten letters to arrive in the mail. We remember rotary telephones and party lines where neighbors could accidentally overhear conversations. Communication required patience and anticipation. Today, we can see the face of a loved one across the ocean instantly on a screen small enough to fit in a pocket. The world changed in ways few could have imagined. We watched humanity land on the Moon in 1969, a moment when millions of people sat in living rooms staring at black-and-white televisions as Neil Armstrong took humanity’s first steps on another world. We saw the rise of personal computers, the birth of the internet, and eventually the arrival of smartphones that placed entire libraries of knowledge in our hands. Machines that once filled entire rooms now exist on devices lighter than a paperback book. We moved from punch cards and mechanical tools to artificial intelligence and global networks connecting billions of people instantly. And through every shift, we adapted. Our bodies carry the marks of the times we lived through as well. We grew up during fears of polio and tuberculosis, illnesses that once terrified entire communities before vaccines helped bring them under control. We witnessed the global challenges of pandemics and health crises across decades, including the recent silence and uncertainty of COVID-19, which reminded the world that resilience is still required in every generation. Science itself transformed before our eyes. We saw the discovery of the structure of DNA, the decoding of the human genome, and the early steps into gene therapy and advanced medicine. Transportation evolved from simple bicycles and steam engines to hybrid vehicles and electric cars gliding almost silently through city streets. Few generations have witnessed such sweeping change. And yet, despite everything that evolved around us, certain things remain unchanged. We still understand the joy of a cold glass bottle of lemonade on a hot afternoon. We still remember the taste of vegetables picked straight from a garden. We still know the value of a long conversation that unfolds slowly without a keyboard or screen interrupting it. Our memories stretch across decades. We have celebrated births, mourned losses, watched friends depart, and carried their stories forward. Those who remain share something rare: the experience of standing at the crossroads of history, holding memories from a world
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that younger generations know only through photographs and stories. But we are not relics. We are living bridges. Our perspective reminds the modern world that progress does not have to erase wisdom. The speed of technology does not have to replace patience, kindness, or reflection. We remember what life felt like before everything moved so fast—and that memory carries quiet lessons worth sharing. So when someone calls us “elderly,” we can smile. Because behind that word lies something extraordinary. We are the generation that crossed two centuries, witnessed eight decades of transformation, and walked from the age of handwritten letters to the era of artificial intelligence. What a life we have lived. What a remarkable story we continue to carry. And if you belong to this generation, take a moment today to look in the mirror and recognize something powerful. You are not simply growing older. You are living history. You are part of a generation that will always remain one of a kind. And perhaps, in the quietest and most meaningful way, you are becoming legendary. (writer unknown) HOME IN NEED OF IMPROVEMENT? INTERIOR remodels, kitchens, bathrooms and more, Free estimates, 25+ years experience, Carson Valley Construction Company LLC, NV#0074855 (775)291-1453
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CASH PAID FOR VINTAGE COSTUME JEWELRY. All Types Including: Bracelets, Necklaces, Pins, Rings, Silver, Copper, Pot Metal, Rhinestones, Lockets, Charm Bracelets, Men’s Jewelry, Old Watches, Military Jewelry, Old Mexican and Indian Tourist Jewelry. Larger Quantities Preferred. Please leave phone number and clear message on my phone. I return all calls. Call or text Joanne at (775)430-2352 SEMI RETIRED PAINTER, INTERIOR, EXTERIOR and cabinets, no two story houses, based in Minden area, call John (831)801-0003
“Pause and Reflect”
At Thanksgiving, we pause and reflect on the many blessings life has to project. Our families, friends, and good health, the simple things that give us wealth. We remember those who’ve gone before whose presence today we would adore. We celebrate the memories they left and we cherish their memory in every heartfelt. So on this day, let us embrace, the joy of life and its loving grace. (poet unknown) LA-Z-BOY LEATHER POWER RECLINER, WITH power headrest and lumbar. Beige/tan leather $1,000, Carson City (760)616-1514
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Cats
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By Erma Bombeck This column is directed toward a very special group of children. It is for those who have been told Santa does not exist. He doesn’t - at least not in the sense that you want him to BE. You see, a hundred or so plus years ago, someone noticed that people acted differently at Christmas. They smiled for no reason. They gave one another presents. Sometimes during the holiday season, people would reach out to strangers and touch their lives. It was such a wonderful feeling that they looked for some way to share it with their small children. So a spirit was created. It had the twinkling eyes of a mother, which sparkled with love and danced with anticipation as she baked and wrapped for Christmas. These were put in a large frame modeled after a father who could hoist a big tree in the living room or illuminate the sky with lights on the chimney. A white beard from a grandfather was added because it suggested an ageless quality. Besides, it would be wonderful for children to bury their heads into and listen to stories. And from a grandmother came the lap that children have found comfort in for centuries. The spirit had to have joy, so the laughter of a million children was added. The reindeer in the forest would carry this mystical presence throughout the world. And his “helpers” would be made up of the thousands of compassionate people who gave of themselves during the season. When the spirit was assembled, something was missing. The innocence to believe that could come only from the infant baby Jesus. When that was in place, anything was possible. The gift to the children of the world was complete. It was wrapped in a bright red suit. After five or six years of believing in this spirit, a child either hangs on to it or discards it. But think about it. Your father will put together a bicycle from instructions written in Japanese. Your mother will eat a plateful of cookies you leave out for Santa when she is on Jenny Craig’s diet. Your grandma and grandpa will leave a warm home to climb on a plane to be with you. I am older than you, but at Christmas I hear reindeer on my roof and sleigh bells in the darkness. When I put my head out the door, I even feel snow. Santa Claus may not exist anymore at the North Pole. He just finds new places in which to live. I hope he lives within you!
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Easy Christmas craft for kids
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“The Paper With A Hometown Flavor” If I ever get Dementia
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Honey, what did the doctor say?
A middle aged man goes into the doctor’s office for a check-up with a litany of complaints. The doctor speaks to the man’s wife alone and says, “There is nothing the matter with your husband if you make a couple of meals for him a day and let him watch his sports. Do not complain at him too much and require him to listen. Limit his exposure to in-laws and make love to him once a week. Then, he’ll probably live another 20 years.” She returns to her husband’s side in the waiting room. He asks, “What did the doctor tell you?” “You are going to be dying soon, my dear.” DID YOU KNOW? 25% of 40 year olds in the United States have never been married. This is a record high, up from 20% in 2010 and just 6% in 1980. 28% of men have never been married by age of 40, compared to 22% of women. WANTED 1960’S ERA VESPA MOTOR SCOOTER, CALL (530)414-1754
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If I ever get dementia I would like my family to hang this wish list up on the wall where I live. I want them to remember these things. My precious Mother had dementia and I wish I had known these steps before I realized what was going on.. 1. Every time you enter the room announce yourself. “Hi- it’s ………...” NEVER ask- Do you know who I am??? That causes anxiety. 2. If I get dementia, I want my friends and family to embrace my reality. 3. If I think my dead friend is still alive, or if I think we’re visiting my parents for dinner, let me believe those things. I’ll be much happier for it. 4. If I get dementia, don’t argue with me about what is true for me versus what is true for you. 5. If I get dementia, and I am not sure who you are, do not take it personally. My timeline is confusing to me. 6. If I get dementia and can no longer use utensils, do not start feeding me. Instead, switch me to a finger-food diet, and see if I can still feed myself. 7. If I get dementia, and I am sad or anxious, hold my hand and listen. Do not tell me that my feelings are unfounded. 8. If I get dementia, I don’t want to be treated like a child. Talk to me like the adult that I am. 9. If I get dementia, I still want to enjoy the things that I’ve always enjoyed. Help me find a way to exercise, read and visit with friends. 10. If I get dementia, ask me to tell you a story from my past. 11. If I get dementia, and I become agitated, take the time to figure out what is bothering me. 12. If I get dementia, treat me the way that you would want to be treated. 13. If I get dementia, make sure that there are plenty of snacks for me in the house. Even now if I don’t eat I get angry, and if I have dementia, I may have trouble explaining what I need. 14. If I get dementia, don’t talk about me as if I’m not in the room. 15. If I get dementia, don’t feel guilty if you cannot care for me 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It’s not your fault, and you’ve done your best. Find someone who can help you, or choose a great new place for me to live. 16. If I get dementia, and I live in a dementia care community, please visit me often. 17. If I get dementia, don’t act frustrated if I mix up names, events, or places. Take a deep breath. It’s not my fault. 18. If I get dementia, make sure I always have my favorite music playing within earshot. 19. If I get dementia, and I like to pick up items and carry them around, help me return those items to their original place. 20. If I get dementia, don’t exclude me from parties and family gatherings. 21. If I get dementia, know that I still like receiving hugs and plenty of laughing. 22. If I get dementia, remember that I am still the person you know and love. In honor of someone you know or knew who has dementia. In Honor of those we know and love and lost who are fighting Dementia/Alzheimer’s. BUY ONE GET ONE FREE! 1999 AND 1996 FORD Explorer, one runs, one doesn’t, call for details (775)4501252
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5 stages of being drunk
Stage 1 - SMART - This is when you suddenly become an expert on every subject in the known Universe. You know everything and want to pass on your knowledge to anyone who will listen. At this stage you are always RIGHT. And of course the person you are talking to is very WRONG. This makes for an interesting argument when both parties are SMART. Stage 2 - GOOD LOOKING - This is when you realize that you are the BEST LOOKING person in the entire bar and that people fancy you. You can go up to a perfect stranger knowing they fancy you and really want to talk to you. Bear in mind that you are still SMART, so you can talk to this person about any subject under the sun. Stage 3 - RICH - This is when you suddenly become the richest person in the world. You can buy drinks for the entire bar because you have an armored truck full of money parked behind the bar. You can also make bets at this stage, because of course, you are still SMART, so naturally you will win all your bets. It doesn’t matter how much you bet ‘cuz you are RICH. You will also buy drinks for everyone that you fancy, because now you are the BEST LOOKING person in the world. Stage 4 - BULLET PROOF - You are now ready to pick fights with anyone and everyone especially those with whom you have been betting or arguing. This is because
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Problems between men and women
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The two reasons why
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Telling a blonde joke
A blind man enters a Ladies Bar by mistake. He finds his way to a bar stool and orders a drink. After sitting there for a while, he yells to the bartender, “Hey, you wanna hear a blonde joke?” The bar immediately falls absolutely quiet. In a very deep, husky voice, the woman next to him says, “Before you tell that joke, sir, you should know five things: 1 - The bartender is a blonde girl. 2 - The bouncer is a blonde gal. 3 - I’m a 6-foot tall, 200-pound blonde woman with a black belt in karate. 4 - The woman sitting next to me is blonde and is a professional weight lifter. 5 - The lady to your right is a blonde and is a professional wrestler. Now think about it seriously, Mister. Do you still wanna tell that joke?” The blind man thinks for a second, shakes his head, and declares, “Nah, not if I’m gonna have to explain it five times.” PET CARE SERVICE! JODY WADDING, OWNER since 1991, references available, boarding offered or visit your home; horses, dogs, cats, reptiles, birds, fish… JWPetCare@aol.com or (775)781-1065
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See if you can do this
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“The Paper With A Hometown Flavor” I love this Doctor!
Making the coffee
A man and his wife were having an argument about who should brew the coffee each morning. The wife said, “You should do it, because you get up first, and then we don’t have to wait as long to get our coffee.” The husband said, “You are in charge of the cooking around here so you should do it, because that is your job, and I can just wait for my coffee.” Wife replies, “No, you should do it, and besides it says in the Bible that the man should do the coffee.” Husband replies, “I can’t believe that! Show me.” So she fetched the Bible, and opened the New Testament and showed him at the top of several pages, that it indeed says, “HEBREWS.” AFFORDABLE NEVADA CCW CLASSES $90, tacaimfirearmsinstruction.com or (775)360-5214 DID YOU KNOW? 25% of the oxygen we breathe is used by the brain. DELMOST HAY MOISTURE METER $130; ANTIQUE vanity with mirror $100; Decorator art prints in frames $35 and up (775)720-4634
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Q: I’ve heard that cardiovascular exercise can prolong life; is this true? A: Your heart is only good for so many beats, and that’s it... Don’t waste them on exercise. Everything wears out eventually.. Speeding up your heart will not make you live longer; that’s like saying you can extend the life of your car by driving it faster. Want to live longer? Take a nap. Q: Should I cut down on meat and eat more fruits and vegetables? A: You must grasp logistical efficiencies. What does a cow eat? Hay and corn. And what are these? Vegetables. So a steak is nothing more than an efficient mechanism of delivering vegetables to your system. Need grain? Eat chicken. Beef is also a good source of field grass (green leafy vegetable). And a pork chop can give you 100% of your recommended daily allowance of vegetable products. Q:Should I reduce my alcohol intake? A: No, not at all. Wine is made from fruit. Brandy is distilled wine, that means they take the water out of the fruity bit so you get even more of the goodness that way. Beer is also made out of grain. Bottoms up! Q: How can I calculate my body/fat ratio? A: Well, if you have a body and you have fat, your ratio is one to one. If you have two bodies your ratio is two to one, etc. Q: What are some of the advantages of participating in a regular exercise program? A: Can’t think of a single one, sorry. My philosophy is: No Pain...Good! Q: Aren’t fried foods bad for you? A: YOU’RE NOT LISTENING!!! .... Foods are fried these days in vegetable oil. In fact, they’re permeated in it. How could getting more vegetables be bad for you? Q: Will sit-ups help prevent me from getting a little soft around the middle? A: Definitely not! When you exercise a muscle, it gets bigger. You should only be doing sit-ups if you want a bigger stomach. Q: Is chocolate bad for me? A: Are you crazy? HELLO! Cocoa beans! Another vegetable!!! It’s the best feel-good food around! Q: Is swimming good for your figure? A: If swimming is good for your figure, explain whales to me. Q: Is getting in-shape important for my lifestyle? A: Hey! ‘Round’ is a shape! Well, I hope this has cleared up any misconceptions you may have had about food and diets. AND...... For those of you who watch what you eat, here’s the final word on nutrition and health. It’s a relief to know the truth after all those conflicting nutritional studies. 1. The Japanese eat very little fat and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans. 2. The Mexicans eat a lot of fat
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and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans. 3. The Chinese drink very little red wine and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans. 4. The Italians drink a lot of red wine and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans. 5. The Germans drink a lot of beer and eat lots of sausage and fats and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans. So remember: ‘Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways Chardonnay in one hand - chocolate in the other - body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming ‘WOO HOO, What a Ride.’
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“The Paper With A Hometown Flavor” My Christmas wish for you
My Christmas wish for you my friends and family is not a simple one. I wish you hope and joy and peace, your days all filled with sun. I wish you love and friendship too throughout the coming year. I wish you laughter, happiness, your world be filled with cheer. May you count your blessings one by one and when you have totaled up the lot, may you find all that you have been given is so much more than what you haven’t got. May your trips be short, your burdens light. May your spirit in no way grow old. May your clouds have silver linings and your rainbows pots of gold. I wish this all and so much more, may all your dreams come true. I wish you Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year too! (poet unknown) DID YOU KNOW? As of early 2026, there were approximately 8.6 billion active cell phone subscriptions globally, surpassing the world population of about 8.2 billion people. WANTED! COMIC BOOKS AND/OR SPORTS CARDS, I can come to you (562)706-4224
High blood pressure
A doctor remarked on his patients, ruddy, very red complexion. “I know,” said the patient, “it’s from high blood pressure and it’s from my family.” “Your mother’s side or fathers side?” questioned the doctor. “Neither, my wife’s side.” “What do you mean?” the doctor said, “That cannot be. How can you get it from your wife’s family?” “Oh yeah, definitely,” the patient responded, “you should meet them sometime!” MOUNTAIN POOL & SPA - WE CLEAN pools and spas, monthly and bi-monthly service (530)318-1698 TROY-BILT 30R RIDER LAWN MOWER. GOOD condition. Easy steering. Adjustable cutting heights. Space saving design. Balance of power and maneuverability $500 or OBO (916)835-0450 MIGUEL’S GARDEN SERVICE, FULL LAWN MAINTENANCE, clean up, fertilizing, dead shrubs and trees pulled out, excellent references, great rates, serving Carson Valley 27+ years! (775)265-0501
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