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UNDER AGREEMENT Set along scenic Smith Neck Road within a short stroll to the Round Hill town beach, this charming three bedroom cape is framed by stone walls and would appeal to yearround or summer buyers. Contact Kevin Quinn at 774.319.3401.

SOUTH DARTMOUTH | $7,950,000

Pokanoket Farm. 70+ acres on Padanaram Harbor offering exquisite main home, antique guest house, caretaker’s cottage, pool, tennis court, stable and barn. Rolling meadows, pristine woodlands, lead to 2,000+/- feet of harbor frontage. Contact Will Milbury 508.525.5200.

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Contemporary, four-bedroom, 3.5 bath residence set on 2.5 acres offering a private setting just minutes from Padanaram Village. Contact Chris Hiller of Team MCM 508.965.8409.

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WELCOME Getting back to normal

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IMPRESSIONS The end of one crisis and the beginning of many more

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HOME Atop a hill on a small island on Buzzards Bay, it doesn’t get any better

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NOISE Word is out; the summer of 2021 is going to rock

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STYLE Street fashion: relaxed, comfortable, and cool

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TRAVEL Cuttyhunk gives new meaning to what is known as island life

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WATCH Your freedom is at risk; do you care?

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NEWS Items that are important to you 6 | JUNE 2021 | NEW ENGLAND NEWS + MEDIA

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LIVING WELL UFOs: Are they real, and what can we expect to learn when the June report is issued?

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INTIMACY Digging down into what makes relationships tick

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HEALTH MGH investigates the relationship between anesthesia and Alzheimers

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ITINERARY We’re opening up the calendar; it’s time to get out and enjoy yourself

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WRITTEN WORD A riveting account of how workers were unfairly treated and abused.

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Welcome

Opening The Door to Normalcy

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he sight of Boston’s Public Garden filled with citizens enjoying a pre-summer day would seem normal, except we live in strange times and under questionable restrictions placed on us during the last 14-plus months.

On a bright and cheerful day, such unusual activity brought stares and confusion to drivers passing the city’s green oasis a few short weeks ago. Recalling a protracted battle over claims and counter-claims specific to social distancing guidelines, mask-wearing, and struggles of selfimposed exile from humankind, seeing massive crowds of people interacting, violated common sense. Was this discourse, activism, perhaps stupidity? These are the words instilled in our consciousness, too often used when we don’t understand the actions of others.

For those unaware that Massachusetts lifted its not-wellknown ban on going mask-less, the actions of people taking selfies, filling pedestrian pathways or tossing blankets on the manicured lawn was startling, if not alarming. Passersby pondered how these socializing violators could partake in such indiscriminate behavior, putting themselves and others in danger.

As hordes of spectators watched from the sidelines, unaware of their newfound freedom, they hesitantly approached the gates of the park’s entrance akin to the ‘Sirens’ who were said to lure sailors into the rocky shoals and their untimely deaths.

Fear was slowly being replaced with optimism.

Similar incidents were reported on the SouthCoast, along coastal Rhode Island, and Providence this same day. The sun 10 | JUNE 2021 | NEW ENGLAND NEWS + MEDIA

was shining and the weather warm; these conditions enticed the public to flock to beaches, hot spots, and fill outdoor cafes; sighs of relief filled the air.

Pent-up demand for personal freedom and independence was unleashed, and normalcy was once again taking hold. Oddly, it seemed that the virus had gone on vacation and was no longer a threat—with some asking, “How could this be?”

The summer of 2021 is getting off to a cautious but optimistic beginning. We have reintroduced our Itinerary section and are pleased that many of your favorite organizations lead the way for a rebirth of human interaction.

Logically, each venue is taking precautions to protect their people and the public, but with increased vaccinations and a population that has grown weary of isolation, the outdoors will be the place to be seen.

We will enjoy a transition to more open-air events with increases in crowd size. Precautions in place, the burden of safety will ultimately fall to the individual causing many to approach activities with care. It wouldn’t be surprising if there were upticks in COVID-19 infections reported this summer, but the data reflect a decrease at this time.

It is wonderful to daydream about what is in store for the season and a return to ordinary life. Some of us will walk with trepidation out of fear, while others will proceed with thoughtfulness and care. Regardless of how you approach the opening of society, be prepared for close interactions, they are bound to happen, and no one wants to relive restrictions of the past.

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Impressions

Confused?

Most people are— and perhaps they should be.

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nitially, the nation was told there was no need to wear masks, and in the early days—you might recall, some prominent, but outof-touch politicians, told us to visit Chinatown and have a good meal; this edict was later reversed.

A mask mandate was imposed for all who venture out in public or be in proximity of others, as we witnessed significant increases in death counts, and cases of infection rose dramatically.

It wasn’t long before we heard recommendations to wear two masks in public; better yet, stay locked up at home.

During the lengthy pandemic, and still today, science indicates, “masks don’t work.” And while the President says we don’t need them any longer, see what happens when you try grocery shopping without one.

There is going to be more to this story—keep watching.

Power is dangerous, and if you have not noticed, the media is all in on extracting as much as they can handle.

We need to pay attention to the distortions and manipulations exercised by ideologues from all camps.

Compounding tension is the stock market, which is propelled to new heights—only to fall off a cliff due to fears of soaring inflation. Many fear a severe market correction, maybe worse. While traders have faith in our economic system, cracks do appear, and big names in tech are wobbling.

We hear the constant drumming over the discourse of trillions of dollars pumped into our economic system, causing millions to collect unemployment—rather than work.

The debate has resulted in frothy toxicity of opinion because there are plenty of jobs available, but free money is winning the race.

Other concerns include turbulence in the Middle East and a crisis on the southern border because of an endless flow of migrants and unaccompanied children pouring into the country.

With the division of political parties on how to intervene and make repairs, accompanied by illogical comparisons to

our domestic strife—by a few loud and uninformed congressional newcomers, is it any wonder the public is tuning out the dissension?

Adding to the storm is a fuel crisis brought on by foreign hackers, violence in just about everyone’s neighborhood, with some nervous about what the government has to say about the confirmation of UFOs. When you fill a basket with so many concerns, it makes perfect sense that nerves are frazzled, and tempers are bubbling.

Maybe, just maybe, it is time to turn the corner, starting with a new outlook.

How about if the public focused on the newly created buying opportunities the stock market offers? The chance to get a great job making plenty of money— with the likelihood of advancement?

Or, to reflect and find pleasure and happiness in our daily lives and realize the abundance of everything we need remains available?

Change is taking place, not at the pace some would like; but, increases in the standard of living across the board in this country has moved forward and reforms are taking place.

Many of the threats that exist are solvable. Still, as with any challenge, we need to identify problems, create solutions—with all voices heard, and develop a comprehensive measurement system that unbiasedly evaluates successes. Once this is accomplished, if an intervention is not working, it should be modified or reinvented to stop the financial bleeding and prevent human suffering.

While society is a work in progress, and most wish to improve and make the world more equitable, caution is necessary.

Power is dangerous, and if you have not noticed, the media is all in on extracting as much as they can handle. We need to pay attention to the distortions and manipulations exercised by ideologues from all camps. The misinformation served to the people is crumpling any sense of normalcy and is leading us down a dangerous path.

Hopefully, common sense will prevail, and we will better learn to dissect the truth from fiction. Once done, pressure can be applied to those charged with watching our government rather than being accomplices to social, political, and financial agendas. H NEW ENGLAND NEWS + MEDIA | JUNE 2021 | 13

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A new owner of this handsome home will become part of the island’s heritage. Famous writers, photographers, artists, and financial wizards, have at some point called Cuttyhunk home.

Now the island is looking for another laid-back creative type, or a high-pressured executive looking to dress down in a polo shirt, shorts, and boat shoes, while ‘on-island.’

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t is not a location for everyone, but most who arrive on the small and quaint island of Cuttyhunk will understand why people from around the country find it to be a treasured place to call home, either all year long or for the summer season.

High, atop a hill—facing the mainland, a rare opportunity to own a turn-key home with the most dramatic view imaginable, awaits a buyer who wants a sense of community and privacy simultaneously.

A walk or golf cart ride to greet the ferry, or a side trip to the docks where fresh seafood, sweets, and other delights can be found, will end up becoming a social event almost anytime during the day or evening.

A new owner of this handsome home will become part of the island’s heritage. Famous writers, photographers, artists, and financial wizards, have at some point called Cuttyhunk home. Now the island is looking for another laid-back creative type, or a high-pressured executive looking to dress down in a polo shirt, shorts, and boat shoes, while ‘on-island.’

The primary amenity that draws interest to the Cuttyhunk—and this particular home—is its panoramic

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views from every room, and the level of privacy consequent to its unique location.

From one side, an owner can enjoy breakfast on the deck while watching a local lobsterman pull his traps or a fleet of sailors cruising from Long Island Sound to Buzzards Bay. Opposite of the property are southern views of the ferry dock, the old Coast Guard Station, and vessels making their way into the mooring field. Beyond are the most incredible views of

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Vineyard Sound, the island of Martha’s Vineyard, Gay Head Light, and the famous fishing village of Menemsha.

What makes 255 Blue Heron Drive so attractive is its secrecy and location; sitting at a high elevation, the property stands out of the floodplain, still offering the sound of the surf touching the shore and the fresh smell of the salt air.

The two-story custom residence sits on over 2-acres of land.

The home was built in 2015 for either seasonal or at-will

The waterfront location adds a magical sense to any dream you have of being conveniently close to civilization while feeling like you’re hundreds of miles away. Cuttyhunk is an extraordinary place to the few who know about its location.

occupancy, and boasts 3,313 square-feet of island lifestyle.

There are three-bedrooms, two full baths, one-half baths and ample storage for supplies and personal possessions.

Typical of an island house, there is an outdoor shower and room to build or expand for even greater enjoyment.

The home is waiting for a family to span generations and build a wealth of memories—from catching that first bass to a wedding on the lawn. H

255 Blue Heron Drive, Cuttyhunk Island, Massachusetts, is being offered for $1,695,000 and represented by Slater Anderson, (O) 617-357-8990 / (C) 978-828-7557, and Terry Boyle (O) 617-723-1800 / (C) 617-821-7745 of LandVest Real Estate – Timberland / Christie’s International Real Estate. Brokers can also be reached for a personal tour of the home and island by contacting sanderson@landvest.com or tboyle@landvest.com.

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hen Prince so persuasively wrote and sang these lyrics, one might ask whether he knew they would be apropos in the aftermath of a worldwide catastrophe some 30 years later.

Whether he did or not, what remains on the minds of many is, once the pain of restricted public access is lifted, to what effort and extent will the search for new pleasures reach?

It has been speculated that since February 2020, when self-imposed physical boundaries were opted by the masses, followed by a US health emergency announcement causing the closing of borders, restaurants, and bars, people would face the reality that human existence is primordial, and the lack of physical contact would have a disastrous effect on their mental well-being.

While few in the media have gently broached the subject, it seems valor overrides the need to discuss (excuse the expression) hooking up. So, the expectation of a sensual explosion is not getting the attention you might expect.

Theoretically, it makes perfect sense and can be explained from our understanding of economics. Critical points in deciphering the need—and desires—of those denied sexual pleasure for so long relate to ‘pent-up’ demand. Simply put, pent-up demand is defined as the rapid increase for services or products following subdued or restricted access.

In this case, with many more events opening and access unrestricted, plus the knowledge that masks will

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no longer be necessary when interacting or socializing, it is expected that an acceleration in desire and a decrease in inhibitions will result.

Evidence of this thesis can be found with the phenomenon of how the baby boomers came to rise. The generation resulted from a sharp rise in birth rates as soldiers returned home after World War II, which extended to the conclusion of the Korean conflict. According to records, babies were being delivered in higher than average numbers through 1964.

We already know that with the advent of social media, dating websites, and other forms of social communication, finding a like-minded individual is not difficult; but, with this newly found freedom, just as summer approaches, personal contact could take over from the digital scene, at least for the remainder of 2021.

There is a downside to suddenly being able to get out and into the swing of things. By not interacting with the gender of choice over a long period, our ability to feel comfortable around them may have atrophied. Early reports conducted on students have shown they experience marked anxiety levels when imagining they are in social situations. Having been isolated or covered up has allowed people to retreat into a shell or has complicated their awkwardness when dealing with interpersonal relationships.

A term some have used when describing even brief moments of dealing in possible romantic relationships has been referred to as feeling “rusty.” The combination of a decrease in cognitive acuity and stress inhibits moving towards normalcy.

It may come down to survival of the fittest, with those who acclimate quickly reaping the rewards. By spending more time practicing and increasing opportunities to connect, they will probably find their comfort zone more quickly.

As for those who are hesitant, it is essential not to force yourself into awkward situations. You are not alone; likely, most people feel like you and will be timid. Such behavior isn’t to be taken as a brush-off but rather a slow and calculated process that requires patience and understanding by both parties considering a new relationship.

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In this case, with many more events opening and access unrestricted, plus the knowledge that masks will no longer be necessary when interacting or socializing, it is expected that an acceleration in desire and a decrease in inhibitions will result.

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NO SHOW

BY MARGOT ROBERTS

f you haven’t noticed, one of the industries hardest hit by the pandemic is fashion. It crippled the show circuit and caused many rising design stars to retreat and drift into obscurity—many unfortunately giving up hope to ever showcase their ideas on the runway.

On the flip side, it will not take long before everyone retools for an eruption of new ideas and collections, with followers flocking to revamped shows to celebrate.

In the meantime, we are pleased to offer insight into what you’ll be seeing for street fashion; trends will reflect a casual and relaxed fit during the day, but when it comes to evening, extravagance will flourish.

Enjoy and plan for an exciting summer; you deserve it!

PROTECTION

Expect to see a range of styles that combine comfort, playfulness, and safety.

Oversized glasses and headscarves create an air of mystery, and are great when under the sun, at the beach, or cruising on the water. Each offer protection during the day and keeps you together when you have to transition to the evening and don’t have enough time to regroup.

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Loose, cool, and relaxed—patterned dresses are going to be big on the coast.

Always a hit, they have an allure because you chose the print that fits your personality, so you can’t go wrong.

They’re also the perfect pallet for accessorizing—whether barefoot, wearing sandals or in chunky sneakers, all will fit the bill.

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RELAX

Yup, we can finally get out of those skinny jeans and not feel like a renegade. They are comfortable and always a good look with a tee and jacket; sexy, without compromise.

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Travel

Land’s End — Visiting Cuttyhunk

BY STEVEN CHAN | PHOTOS BY LUCKI SCHOTZ

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etween the SouthCoast of Massachusetts and Martha’s Vineyard lies an inhabited island called Cuttyhunk, a.k.a., “The Rock.” Part of the Town of Gosnold, it has adopted the tagline, “…a place to do a whole lot of nothing.” But, it is not entirely true. Those who know the island are enchanted by the slow pace it offers and the many activities to be enjoyed.

Before going further, a short history should be told.

Cuttyhunk was originally named Poocuohhunkkunnah by the Wampanoags until an English explorer named Bartholomew Gosnold stepped foot on the island in 1602. Upon doing so, he changed the name to its current moniker, even though he and his men only spent 22 days on the island.

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property, so we must assume it was taken without regard to those who lived, fished, and hunted on the landmass of about 580-acres. What we know is that the King of England granted the chain of islands, owned by the Wampanoags, to the Council of New England. It was then passed on to Earls and Dukes and finally to settlers living in Newport, Rhode Island.

Around 1688, the first settler to make the island his permanent home was Ralph Earle of Dartmouth. His son and others living on the mainland decided to clear-cut all of the timber found, leaving it treeless and barren. To this day, many areas remain exposed or covered in wild brush.

The island is about a mile and a half in length, with hills and cliffs, which look out at dangerous shoals that have taken

Sue Billings, Capt. Jono Billings

Robert (Robin) Lowell Moore Jr., recognized for works that include The Green Berets, The French Connection, and The Russian Connection; among many others.

A SMALL PIECE OF HEAVEN

both lives and ships; one of the most famous is the wreck of the whaleship Wanderer on August 26, 1924.

Other islands, which are private, make up the Elizabeth Island chain (not to be confused with a name some mistakenly give it—the Elizabethan Islands). They are scarcely populated by families who use it as retreats; the Forbes happen to own one. They have been visited by celebrities, a President, and First Lady.

Cuttyhunk has been made famous—to some—when in 1941, the Army installed an artillery bunker and a few lookout stations. It is also popular for having the finest fishing in the northeast by way of the historic Cuttyhunk Fishing Club.

The building and property were eventually sold to the Moore family in 1948, becoming home to American author

The small channel and its tall red marker act as the welcome sign to residents and guests as they commute to and from the island. Boat traffic is never at a standstill with caution advised. What makes Cuttyhunk a point of interest is its exposure to the ocean; each year, the beaches change, sands shift, and rocks are uncovered so that each time you visit, it looks entirely different.

Captain Jono Billings is tasked with getting mail, freight, and people to the island; his wife, Sue, eff iciently handles the logistics for keeping Cuttyhunk supplied and functioning and, tourists pleased. Their crew—the nicest people you will meet—run the Cuttyhunk Ferry Company out of State Pier located at the New Bedford Seaport. (info@ cuttyhunkferryco.com).

The ferry runs all year long, with increases in trips during the summer season. Comfortable and efficient, the journey across Buzzards Bay is an excellent introduction to what is to come. The views of fishing and recreational craft steaming by are intriguing, as are the sights of the coast from the point of view many have never seen before. The short trip is a perfect opportunity to take photos or have lunch and enjoy the ocean breeze.

Upon arrival, you will likely be welcomed by a crowd of people you don’t know lining the dock. Then as the ferry leaves, it not unusual to see them all jump into the water to celebrate their appreciation for tourists selecting their island for a summer vacation or a day trip.

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The Cuttyhunk although most Ferry Company are take-out, and can accommodate if you bring your bicycles, even boat over, you can scooters if you have fresh seafood prefer, although delivered and never many enjoy walking leave the comfort of the paths and lanes your cockpit. that allow you to Cuttyhunk is feel the essence of a dry-island, so EVERYONE IS ON ISLAND TIME, SO THAT island life. prepare ahead, and A visit to docks although there is NOTHING IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN HAVING FUN. to find fresh a general store, it seafood and other treats, then venture over to Barges Beach is still a good idea to bring what you need. Most importantly, and relax by listening to the surf crashing upon the sand and because you will be exposed to the weather—almost offering dramatic views of Gay Head Light is on everyone’s constantly, pack a hat, sunglasses, and outerwear in the event list. Surprisingly, Cuttyhunk is a big, small island, and of a shower. regardless of where you travel, it never appears crowded.

Thousands of families make it a ritual to visit and stay For those interested in more of a good thing, there are aboard their boat in the protected harbor or use the island quite a few cozy homes and rooms for rent and can be found as a home base to take an early morning run to the fishing at cuttyhunk.net, possibly on Zillow.com, or by contacting grounds. But, this year, a word of caution, there is no fuel one of the more popular inns such as The Cuttyhunk Fishing available, so either fill your tanks ahead of time or plan to Club or Avalon—The Inn on Cuttyhunk Island. head to Menemsha to top-off your tanks.

Thankfully, what you will not have to deal with are bars, Those who have experienced the magic of Cuttyhunk are fast-food joints, or noise. The island is peaceful and provides spellbound and cannot hold back telling everyone they meet a beautiful ocean milieu. Everyone is on island time, so that about their special memories of the island. For everyone else, nothing is more important than having fun. As you walk this is a great time to take the plunge and enjoy the best-kept around, you will find shopping, hiking, few restaurants— secret found in New England. H 40 | JUNE 2021 | NEW ENGLAND NEWS + MEDIA

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The Decay of Freedom H H OW WI L L YO U C E L E B R AT E I N D E P E N D E N C E DAY ? H

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elax; the image used for our story is neither an while a disoriented public does not have the energy to distill fabriendorsement nor intended to glamorize the cations from fact-based reality. use of alcohol, cigars, or any other substances.

There was a time that if someone were rude, repressive, or disWe urge you to continue reading so our criminatory, they would be chastised for their intolerance, and intent and representations are decisively clear. their behavior would be attributed to them as an individual and Not long ago, people were allowed the not saddled to their ethnicity. If they committed a hate crime, the freedom to enjoy vices, free thought, and authorities would handle the matter, and hopefully, after restitution speech; however, due to the ‘new culture,’ and rehabilitation, the perpetrator would advance to becoming a such indulgences are frowned upon, and in many cases, lead to contributing citizen. the unwarranted invasion and application of restrictions upon Today, the public is under attack with weapons of humiliation personal privacy. and cancellation; they fear their words may be offensive, and so Sound serious? It is, and you should be concerned. they shrink to the consequences.

You may recall that in the 80s, a smoke and a drink was a Social media trolls, a far-leaning press, and fascist groups who choice. Marijuana and cocaine—used as social modifiers, were hide behind well-conceived propaganda serve to intimidate those prominent on nearly every street corner and boardroom. Yet, who resist. They are the same organizations bent on shutting they were illegal substances, and offenders were down what they deem inappropriate to their cause arrested, convicted, and incarcerated. At the same while advancing their agendas. It is an odd means time, others made fortunes—which have grown of telling people you disagree with them, and it is considerably—but that is a story for another day. dangerous.

At best, How life has evolved; today, you can buy There is more to consider. The collection and our freedoms have THC-based products and use them in public. assessment of personality and predictability (what been diminished— Possession of all the other dangerous intoxiGoogle, Facebook, Instagram, and everyone who cants will get you a slap on the wrist. But, don’t collects your data doesn’t want you to know) worse, depleted; it dare attempt to buy a menthol cigarette in through AI applications are growing unchecked. sometimes seems the Massachusetts—they are now considered sinister The giants in the industry—traders in informabecause citizens find the taste too pleasurable. tion for access—can be compared to behavioral populace behaves with We are reminded of other injustices; not long traffickers. They take all elements of your identity, the timidity of a flock, ago, Eric Garner was brutally slain by police on monitor every move, allowing them the ability to a sidewalk when they discovered he was selling crush you with a keystroke because you want to be navigated by barking single cigarettes from a pack without a tax stamp. ‘friended.’ dogs. They may feel The depth of monitoring and assessing a perWHAT ELSE HAS CHANGED? son’s trustworthiness, credit, grades, political affilisafe herded together, Remember when you could enjoy sneaking a ation, known addresses, purchases, friends and disguised as one entity, kiss, and both parties enjoyed the moment? Not family, DNA composites, facial images, fingertoday, you could be charged with assault—it prints, health records, and words could eventubut an individual can would be a safe bet to get your request in writing. ally be given a grade that will help or harm their be easily separated We no longer have a free press; it is out of vogue, advancement in society—even that of their chilthe public is continuously reprimanded for their dren and beyond. And, if this doesn’t materialize, from the pack, thoughts, words, and beliefs. With the ongoing who is to say the information will not be hacked allowing merciless suppression of opinion—even facts—that do not and used by the unscrupulous? toe the line of the social warriors, we face the comwolves to descend.

At best, our freedoms have been diminished— mingling of government and media advocates worse, depleted; it sometimes seems the populace whose primary objective is to create a toxic mixture behaves with the timidity of a flock, navigated by of ideology. False narratives spread like wildfire, barking dogs. They may feel safe herded together,

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disguised as one entity, but an individual can be easily separated from the pack, allowing merciless wolves to descend.

Some continue to fight the turmoil, extremism, and palpable degrees of separation that endangers our way of life and systems of measuring achievement. They represent a free-market system known as capitalism. Wealth creation is not a bad thing and has withstood many attacks by the socialist creed. Time and time again, history has shown the world that Marxist theory is a failed venture and does not yield innovation or creativity—in fact, it dumbs-down progress so that mediocrity prevails—thankfully, for only a short time.

There is a fundamental shift taking place by a lecturing American oligarchy, who are in the process of transferring and controlling knowledge, information—even newly developed assets known as crypto-currency. In the future, such access will allow them oversight of an unsuspecting public. They will have the power to decide how you will live and to what degree you prosper.

A closer look indicates the small entrepreneur struggles to advance and achieve greatness due to predatory business practice. Such effort is found in Amazon’s attempt to control mar-

kets and limit competition through the dominance over a long list of categories.

Another way of looking at the prospects of these crafty modern-day barons is how they will enjoy the freedoms taken away from you while espousing the benefits of a socially equal and equitable regime for all.

We celebrate those who fought and continue to fight for liberty, a government determined by the people and managed by representatives, not the loudest voice or by those who use the threats of violence.

It is rewarding to have a voice that offers many opinions and beliefs rather than being entrenched or gated within a narrow philosophy or doctrine.

Independence is alive, but we need to recognize it comes with a price, and fewer of us are interested in sharing the cost.

As the Fourth of July approaches, we do not plan to apologize to those who demand one; instead, we will raise a glass to celebrate everyone’s right to liberty and justice because that is how freedom works.

Cheers. H

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News Newport Folk Returns for Folk On 2021 Two, Three-Day Weekend Events Scheduled for July 23-25 and July 26-28

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he impact of last year’s cancellations has been felt deeply throughout the community.

Thanks to the support of the Newport folk and jazz fans and donors, Newport Festivals Foundation (NFF) has continued to support music programs in Newport, Rhode Island, and all across America.

Newport will stage a once-in-alifetime event for its audience—bringing intimate and up-close experiences for fans and artists alike. As always, Newport Folk will bring surprise guests and never-before-seen collaborations to the backdrop of Narragansett Bay. Newport Folk may not look the same, but it will feel the same. This year’s

event will have a 50 percent reduction in capacity and occur across two main stages. It is configured as two three-day weekend events taking place July 23-25 and July 26-28.

It is too early to publish safety protocols as restrictions continue to evolve, but they will soon become available. The safety of fans, artists, staff, vendors, and volunteers remains a top priority. It is important to note that those who attend will likely be subject to health protocols required at the time of the event, including proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test, temperature checks, social distancing, and mask wearing.

This year, the organization will only offer three day passes for each event at

$230 plus fees. Children are welcome, but children’s tickets will not be available. Children two and under are free. Tickets are on sale now through Eventbrite. H

Regal House Classic Furniture Re-Invents Their Business Model

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fixture on the SouthCoast, serving families and businesses for over 30 years, recently closed their doors but have not thrown in the towel. Instead, they are planning to further meet the needs of their customers by providing the services they want most.

Their first move was to relocate their well-known Regal House Furniture and Mattress Outlet to Fairhaven, where Shaw grocery store once stood. A vast space with easy access seemed to make sense, especially with an abundance of free parking.

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location will allow the business’s rebranding while offering higher-end services but remain affordable.

The industry has changed; there has been an enormous transition from walking into a home furnishing store and buying from a display. Since COVID-19 invaded our lives, people spend much more time at home or have converted a room or two into an office.

With this new lifestyle—one that does not seem to be ending—the public is looking to tailor their homes to fit their unique way of living. Additionally, a strong economy lends itself to people looking for a more custom or individualized ‘look’

to their environments.

Holden plans to allow her clients to participate in the decorating process.

Evidence of her expanded venture is the tagline appearing in the media, “Think it, Design it, Create it.”

With a planned opening this month, Holden intends to keep her locally based employees busy, especially now that restrictions are diminishing. H

The Newport Mansions, as presented by The Preservation Society of Newport County Announces—

Back In Bloom: A Ballroom Floral Fantasy

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n June 18-20 (FridaySunday), guests to Rosecliff will be introduced to a reimagined presentation of The Newport Flower Show. This year’s event titled, Back in Bloom: A Ballroom Floral Fantasy, will be held indoors and will be a self-guided tour of floral design exhibits and garden vignettes on the first floor of Rosecliff.

The Salon and Ballroom of Rosecliff will be transformed into a magical experience to delight the senses with sights, scents, and sounds. The Salon will feature the popular Botanical Arts design classes, where talented designers will base their creations on expressions of a garden at nighttime.

For the first time, the Horticulture Division of cut flowers and creative garden containers will be brought indoors

and arranged around the central garden in the Ballroom. Finally, the Terrace will be transformed into a conservatory garden space and will feature al-fresco exhibition tables created by local event and floral designers.

This year’s presentation will not be like any other flower show hosted at Rosecliff. It is a unique installation created to meet today’s exceptional circumstances, with advanced ticket purchase only. This format will allow participation, following CDC guidelines, and help protect the health of visitors and staff.

This year will not allow Oceanside Boutiques shopping or food concessions, but the Newport Mansions Store will be open at Rosecliff.

Opening Night Reception is planned for Friday, June 18, 6-9 p.m., where guests will enjoy delicious hors

d’oeuvres, cocktails, and conversation while taking in the beautiful sights and scents of the floral exhibits. H For a reservation, visit newportmansions.org.

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Newport Jaguar Tours is a partner with the finest destinations from Westport, Massachusetts, to coastal Rhode Island. Offering a vast number of tour options, guests may reserve a half or full day journey to enhance their pleasure of a polo match, gourmet cham-

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Imagine, from the same classic automobile Britain’s Prime Minister called his favorite, guests can be driven to a favorite mansion, restaurant, or hot spot without worrying about parking or negotiating crowded sidewalks.

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Living Well

Will We Ever Learn The Truth About

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BY ROB SAINT LAURENT, M.ED

FOs: unidentified flying objects, known in military parlance as unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP), unmanned or anomalous aerial vehicles (UAV/AAV), and unidentified aerial system (UAS).

Bizarre crafts of unlimited size shaped like Tic Tac mints, cigars, saucers, pyramids, glowing orbs, and snake-like cylindrical objects. Vehicles that appear to harness gravity, can make 90 degree turns, disappear at will, and blow past the sound barrier without a sonic boom.

Credible people have witnessed these strange phenomena in skies around the planet, seamlessly entering and emerging from the world’s oceans (dubbed USOs or unidentified submerged objects) and even slipping in and out of volcanoes. Sightings may 50 | JUNE 2021 | NEW ENGLAND NEWS + MEDIA

trace back millennia, with futuristic flying objects believed to be depicted in ancient artwork, such as that of the Mayan civilization. In the past year alone, reports logged at the US National UFO Reporting Center increased significantly; though this could be partly attributed to clearer night skies and more time for stargazing during the worldwide lockdown.

Something seems to be accelerating, and more people are paying attention, which hasn’t gone unnoticed by those in the know.

A mandated US Department of Defense (DoD) report on what the government is concealing about UFOs is expected to be released this June, and that has ufologists waiting with bated breath for potential disclosure.

HIGH SEAS DRAMA

Media outlets have picked up on the recent uptick in unex-

plained sightings. For example, in March of this year, news broke of what is viewed as among the best UFO footage ever taken.1, 2 In 2019, from July 14-17, three US Navy destroyers were harassed by mysterious UAP while on maneuvers near California’s Channel Islands. As reported in a detailed and ongoing analysis

by The Drive, up to six of what the Navy referred to as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) swarmed the vessels simultaneously, “performing brazen maneuvers” overhead, as the ships were inside a sensitive training area. The leaked footage of what appeared to be glowing orbs was captured by the USS Kidd’s onboard photographic intelligence team.3 Using actual deck logs obtained through Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests and available ship location data, investigators were able to create a broad picture of what occurred, revealing events were much more severe than previously thought.

The ships quickly shifted to a communications control mode after the sightings, and were ready for added countermeasures to enhance survivability. In one particularly dramatic encounter, the USS Rafael Peralta reported “hovering white lights” over its flight deck, meaning the crafts were able to match the ship’s speed at night under less than one mile visibility conditions and for over 90 minutes. This type of tracking is greater than commercial drones typically last, as it was estimated they had traveled over 100 nautical miles on that night alone. The crafts were also reported as tailing the ships as they maneuvered during the second evening of the incident and were recorded as flying forward and backward, left and right, and dropping in elevation in a frenzied manner at speeds in excess of 45 mph. Pyramid-shaped crafts were also witnessed hovering above the USS Russell, the third ship.

The tense events sparked a high-level investigation involving top Navy officials, the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the Coast Guard, and the FBI. It appears the official investigation could not determine any offshore or onshore source of the crafts (no known UAVs were launched at the time of the incursions), and an official conclusion to the investigation isn’t yet known from email records.

Despite the Navy’s large amount of photographic evidence of the events, questions remain about the extraordinary capabilities of these UAP, operator identity and motive, launch location, and how these airborne vehicles could violate restricted airspace with impunity. The control and coordination efforts involved with six such vehicles flying at once are puzzling; additionally, no detailed description of the crafts was recorded despite advanced onboard sensory technology.

Similar events happened again to the USS Kidd on July 25 and 30 as an investigation was already underway.

TAKING UAP SERIOUSLY

Since 2019, the Navy has joined the US Air Force’s policy to view UAP as a potential security threat and not dismiss it as “kooky phenomena from the realm of science fiction.”4

Though the government’s view of UAP has historically been nebulous if not dubious and hostile, the DoD launched a special task force in 2020 headed by the Inspector General’s office that is to begin a formal internal review of the Pentagon’s handling of UAP starting this May.5 The inquiry comes when the US government has acknowledged the existence of UFOs, says Luis Elizondo, who used to head the Pentagon’s Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program.

Elizondo believes officials haven’t Vehicles that yet released more information to appear to harness the public for fear of panic, as well gravity, can make as because it often challenged their own philosophical and theological 90 degree turns, beliefs.5, 6 disappear at will, Elizondo is on video recalling that and blow past he was once confronted by a “very, the sound barrier very senior person” at the Pentagon that he held in high regard. He was without a sonic told, “I want you to stop doing this boom. [investigation].” When Elizondo asked why, the official replied, “We already know what it is.” Believing it was our own technology, Elizondo was then told, “No, that’s not what I’m saying. Have you read your Bible lately?

You would know that these things are demonic, and we should not be pursuing them. He wasn’t kidding,” said Elizondo.6 The pending UFO report to be sent to Congress this June was spurred by Congressional leaders’ complaints about the DoD’s treatment of UAP. Elizondo believes public interest in UFOs is reaching “critical mass,” and the government has no choice but to state its official position. Since it now publicly recognizes the reality of UAP, it would be difficult to walk back.

THE ROSWELL INCIDENT

At the root of modern ufology is the mysterious crash in Roswell, New Mexico.

Just before July 4, 1947, something crashed during a severe thunderstorm on a ranch northwest of Roswell being leased by W.W. Mack Brazel. Brazel recovered the material, but it was then taken by officials from Roswell Army Air Field (RAAF). On July 8, public information officer Lt. Walter Haut was given an order by the base commander to issue a press release in the Roswell Daily Record. The release said a flying saucer was in their possession. Gen. Roger Ramey, who received the debris, then issued a follow-up press release later that evening from Ft. Worth, TX stating the downed craft was a weather balloon. And so began the “best-known and well-documented UFO cover-up.”7, 8 The event went unrecognized for years until renowned UFO investigator Stanton Friedman met with Lt. Haut and many NEW ENGLAND NEWS + MEDIA | JUNE 2021 | 51

others in the 1980s who had information on what may have happened. Now known as The Roswell Incident, both wreckage and bodies from the crash were allegedly recovered by the military.7 Floating in cyberspace is a series of authentic interviews from 1997 in The Albuquerque Journal entitled “Roswell, New Mexico: They Lived It,” chronicling the experiences of the six New Mexicans directly involved in the incident, including Lt. Haut.8 Below are excerpts from several of the interviews that celebrated what was then the 50th anniversary of the event.

Lt. Walter Haut, age 74: “He told me he wanted me to put out a press release which in effect stated that we had in our possession a crashed flying saucer. The phone was ringing like mad. I didn’t know anything more than what Now known was in the press release.” as The Roswell Glenn Dennis, age 72, a former mortician at Ballard Funeral Incident, both Home that had a contract with wreckage and the US Army Air Force, recalled a bodies from phone conversation with a RAAF the crash representative at the time of the were allegedly incident: “He said he needed caskets about 3 foot 6 or 4 feet, recovered by the hermetically sealed baby caskets.” military (Dennis goes on to recall an emotional nurse friend who sketched out small four fingered creatures with large heads and eyes and suction cup fingertips that were brought to the local hospital.)

Loretta Proctor, age 82, a local rancher and neighbor to Mack Brazel, described some of the debris Brazel collected before handing it to authorities: “What he brought up and showed to us was like a lightweight wood....it was six or seven inches long and a little bigger around than a pencil. He and my husband, they tried to cut on it and they tried to burn it and it didn’t make any mark or anything. It was different from anything we had ever seen. He described the other material back there. He said it was like an aluminum-type material that looked like aluminum foil, and when you’d crush it, it would straighten back out. It wouldn’t wrinkle. He described some kind of tape, and then there was some part of it that had some purplish pink figures on it. He said it wasn’t Japanese or it wasn’t writing like he knew anything about.”

Nearly 75 years later, the debate over what happened in Roswell continues, though an FBI report on the incident from July 6, 1947, has been released for public viewing. The document acknowledges the 8th Air Force calling the FBI about a recovered “flying disk” tethered to a weather balloon.

A separate conversation between (redacted by FBI) and Wright Field thought it might be a “high altitude weather balloon with a radar reflector,” but weren’t sure. The “hexagonal” disk and balloon were to be flown by “special plane” to Wright Field in Ohio for examination. The FBI received this information

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because of breaking “national interest” in the case, though it’s unclear whether they were informed of the examination results.9 Readers can peruse other declassified X-files from 1947-1954 at vault.fbi.gov/UFO. PUBLIC OPINION

With the DoD now openly acknowledging UFOs, many of us will likely be paying close attention, according to a 2019 Gallup poll.10 The random survey of more than 1,000 American adults found that although 60 percent remain skeptical in UFOs, believing they can be explained by human activity or natural phenomena, while 68 percent felt the government is withholding information.

At the same time, 33 percent of Americans thought at least some UFOs are alien spacecraft and that Earth has been visited.

Most of the 33 percent were people aged 18-29 and residents of the West. This geographic difference could be because of a closer connection to places like Roswell and nearby Area 51 in Nevada, where downed UFOs are rumored to be housed.

The results are similar to a 1996 Gallup poll, though only about half of the 68 percent now believe the government is hiding information on alien landings. Instead, they feel authorities have avoided disclosure over a fear of public panic or compromising military secrets.

Interestingly, those with no religious affiliation were much more likely than Protestants or Catholics to believe that at least some UFOs are alien craft. This belief could be concerning in light of the Pentagon official’s remarks to Luis Elizondo. Some say the “strong delusion” in Scripture could be applied to fallen angelic beings (“sons of God”) masquerading as benevolent ETs and convincing humanity they are our ascended masters who seeded our existence—a theory called directed panspermia.

Regardless of our views on UFOs, 86 percent of Americans have heard or read about the topic.

What more can we learn, and is humanity prepared, are the questions that need to be addressed. H 1. Steinbuch, Y. (2021, April 12). Navy ships capture video of pyramid-shaped UFOs, orbs flying above. New York Post. nypost.com/2021/04/12/us-navy-ships-capture-video-of-pyramid-shaped ufos-overhead/ 2. O’Neill, J. (2021, April 15). Navy’s UFO footage is best’ world has ever seen,’ filmmaker says.

New York Post. nypost.com/2021/04/15/navys-ufo-video-is-best-world-has-ever-seen-filmmaker-says/ 3. Kehoe, A. & Cecotti, M. (2021, March 23). Multiple Destroyers Were Swarmed By Mysterious ‘Drones’ Off California Over Numerous Nights. The Drive. thedrive.com/the-war-zone/39913/ multiple-destroyers-were-swarmed-by-mysterious-drones-off-california-over-numerous-nights 4. Bender, B. (2019, April 23). U.S. Navy drafting new guidelines for reporting UFOs. Politico. politico.com/story/2019/04/23/us-navy-guidelines-reporting-ufos-1375290 5. Burunov, O. (2021, May 5). Unpacking X-Files: Pentagon Watchdog Set to Probe DoD’s Handling of UFOs. Sputnik News. sputniknews.com/us/202105051082803701-unpacking-x files-pentagon-watchdog-set-to-probe-dods-handling-of-ufos/ 6. Moore, M. & Greenstreet, S. (2021, May 4). Watchdog to investigate the Pentagon’s actions regarding UFOs. New York Post. nypost.com/2021/05/04/watchdog-to-investigate-the pentagons-actions-regarding-ufos/ 7. City of Roswell, New Mexico. (n.d.). UFO Story. roswell-nm.gov/692/UFO-Story 8. Albuquerque Journal. (1997). Roswell, New Mexico: They Lived It. abqjournal.com/roswell/ roslived1.htm 9. vault.fbi.gov/Roswell%20UFO 10. Saad, L. (2019, September 6). Americans Skeptical of UFOs, but Say Government Knows More.

Gallup. news.gallup.com/poll/266441/americans-skeptical-ufos-say-government-knows.aspx

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Table

Deliciously Easy Sustainable Eating, and Healthy Too!

BY BRANDPOINT

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oday, consumers are beginning to use one more guideline to determine how to spend their food dollars: sustainability. The public is increasingly curious about where and how their food is produced and how it impacts the environment—and for a good reason. The world’s population is rapidly expanding, and it is estimated there will be over nine billion people on the planet by 2050.

A healthy diet should include food choices that respect future accessibility to nutritious food and overall global health. Over the past several years, the interest in plantbased foods has skyrocketed, and not just from vegans and vegetarians. A new crop of consumers, dubbed Flexitarians, has emerged and is changing the way more recent generations are eating.

From meatless meals to plant-centric plates, there are many ways to eat more sustainably without loss of flavor. Gone

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are the days of tasteless vegetarian offerings; instead, both professional chefs and home cooks are experimenting with adding more fruits, vegetables, nuts, and grains to traditional meat-centric dishes.

Following the trend, Chef Daniel Humm of the world famous and Michelin starred restaurant Eleven Madison Park, recently announced their new menu will only offer meatless selections when reopening on June 16, 2021.

One example of combining meat and Chef Daniel Humm meatless choices is The Blend, a cooking technique that combines finely chopped mushrooms with ground meat. It is a culinary trend that appeals to health professionals and conservationists alike. It is sustainable, nutritious, and delicious, making it healthier on the plate and gentler on the planet. Plus, new research indicates that the life-long eating of mushrooms has farreaching benefits on cognitive function and memory.

If it seems like mushrooms are everywhere, it is because they are. In addition to popular cooking techniques like The Blend, mushrooms are seemingly the star of almost every new food product, from jerky and chips to tea and coffee.

And it is not just an ingredient in new products. In 2020, few produce items surpassed the popularity of mushrooms.

Their taste, accessibility, and health benefits have made them popular with Generations X, Y, and Z and a top seller at grocery stores across the country.

So, why is it that mushrooms are the poster child for sustainable nutrition? It starts on the farm. Unlike any other produce item where they require zero light, mushrooms have a unique growing process, requiring merely 1.8 gallons of water and generating only .7 pounds of carbon dioxide per pound for production. In addition, the annual average yield of mushrooms is 7.1 pounds per square-foot—meaning up to one million pounds of mushrooms can be produced on just one acre.

Often grouped with vegetables, mushrooms provide many of the nutrients of produce and attributes more commonly found in meats, beans, or grains. According to the USDA’s FoodData Central, one serving (5 medium/90g) of white, raw mushrooms contains 20 calories, 0g fat, 3g protein, and is low in sodium (0mg/<1% recommended daily value). H

The Classic Mushroom & Beef Classic Blended Burger INGREDIENTS n 8 ounces white button mushrooms, finely chopped n

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Sliced onion, tomato, lettuce, and cheese DIRECTIONS Add chopped mushrooms, ground beef, and salt into a large bowl and mix until combined. Form into four large patties or six slider-size patties. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the burger patties approximately four minutes per side or to your preferred level of doneness. Remove burger patties from heat and toast buns in the same skillet. Assemble burgers with your favorite toppings and condiments.

The Blend Hot Tip: For extra flavor, sauté the chopped mushrooms first with one tablespoon olive oil, chopped garlic, salt, and pepper. Let briefly cool before blending with meat and forming into patties.

For more sustainably delicious and nutritious recipes, like the Classic Blended Burger, visit MushroomCouncil.com.

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Intimacy

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uch of what influences behaviors and attitudes within a love relationship are unconscious factors.

As a relationship begins to age, love soaks through the many layers of the partners’ psyches, similar to how rainwater permeates the soil and reaches the plants’ roots. Deep underlying feelings awaken from our early lives, and once activated, deeply buried emotions rise to the surface; it soon becomes evident that we are complex beings.

Each day we strive to improve our lives but face moments—not unusual, where we wish to produce a different or better outcome. Frustration occurs when we take action but discover the result is other than our intention.

Within a troubled love relationship, such occurrences abound. Partners love each other but behave in ways that do not result in a positive and close connection; when our actions differ from our intentions, unconscious factors hidden outside of our awareness influence our behavior.

People are like towers of love. Similar to buildings, inhabitants of each floor (and their activities) may be varied and unrelated. But unlike an actual structure, made of solid materials like steel and concrete, people are made up of energy, love, awareness, and emotion.

During the construction of a building, floors are added consecutively but at varying intervals. With personalities, a person’s floor represents a period in their lives. During our infancy, floors are constructed at a swift pace; many are built 56 | JUNE 2021 | NEW ENGLAND NEWS + MEDIA

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yearly. The pace slows to a new floor in five years in young adulthood, and by middle age, all 20 floors are in place.

During the second half of life, some people clean out and redecorate the previously constructed levels through inner work and healing—this is considered healthy change.

The top floor—the penthouse— functions as our conscious mind, and the place we view and operate in daily life.

The floors below are filled with feelings that lie in a dormant state from early life stages. Each older floor contains memories and artifacts, much like a time capsule. Painful experiences in the form of repressed and rejected emotions are the most commonly stored items.

They wait to be healed and resolved, like energy stored in a battery, or data on a computer. If all the floors were cleaned of old unwanted items, we would experience peace and inner freedom; unfortunately, the floors are cluttered with painful thoughts and beliefs, waiting for any intense life experience to cause a triggering cascade of confusing and painful reactions.

While living in the penthouse, the

floors below are easily forgotten; but, powerfully positive and negative life experiences can awaken memories stored on the lower levels.

Even though the love of a romantic relationship permeates older floors, a traumatic experience may suddenly connect old and new anxiety, along with fear. The death of a significant person awakens old emotions on the lower levels; a new phase of life can stir feelings that have long been stored on lower levels, each causing an emotional reaction that appears unrelated to events of daily life.

When we are not the person we like, when our life or relationship is not going how we wish, or when selfsabotage makes success elusive, we can be confident that old factors from the lower floors have influenced our emotions, actions, and choices.

If we continuously apologize or find our emotional reactions seem more significant than the events that triggered them, be confident that artifacts from the floors below are involved.

There are two solutions to this dilemma; one is to understand that the more we love and forgive ourselves for past troubles, the floors below slowly become uncluttered, and obstacles are removed so there is less interference with our success. Secondly, seeking guidance is the first step to self-discovery and possibly the salvage of a relationship. H Andrew Aaron, LICSW, is a sex and relationship therapist who practices in the New Bedford Seaport.

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Health NEW INSIGHTS INTO THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN

Anesthesia and Alzheimers Anesthetic may affect tau spread in the brain to promote Alzheimer’s disease pathology.

“These data demonstrate anesthesia associated tau spreading and its consequences. This tau spreading could be prevented by inhibitors of tau phosphorylation or extracellular vesicle generation.”

Zhongcong Xie, M.D., Ph.D., Director, Geriatric Anesthesia Research Unit, Department of Anesthesia, Critical Care and Pain Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital

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study published in Communications Biology (May 12, 2021) reported that, understanding the mechanisms behind tau spread (a protein found in brain cells, e.i.; neurons) and its consequences—may point to new prevention and treatment strategies for Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. This discovery is vital to understand the relationship between anesthesia and the disease process.

During the development and progression of Alzheimer’s disease, a protein called tau accumulates and spreads in the brain.

New insights now come from research led by investigators at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) and involve an anesthetic known to affect cognitive function.

The scientists note that inflammation plays an important role in Alzheimer’s disease, and microglia—immune cells that reside in the brain—are thought to be involved in this process by producing an inflammatory molecule called interleukin-6.

To see if tau stimulates microglia to drive the development of Alzheimer’s disease pathology, the MGH investigators and their colleagues conducted experiments with an inhaled anesthetic called sevoflurane. Their previous work showed that sevoflurane can cause a change (specifically, phosphorylation or the addition of phosphate) to tau that leads to cognitive impairment in mice.

Other researchers have also found that sevoflurane and certain other anesthetics may affect cognitive function.

In this current study, the team developed a novel method to measure tau levels, called nanobeam-sensor technology. “The nanobeam-sensor is ultrasensitive, requires a small volume, and can measure low concentrations of molecules, including tau and phosphorylated tau,” says co-lead author Feng Liang, M.D., Ph.D., an instructor in the Department of Anesthesia, Critical Care and Pain Medicine (DACCPM) at MGH. The group conducted experiments in mice and cells and discovered that sevoflurane causes tau to leave neurons and enter microglia, where it stimulates the cells’ production of

interleukin-6, which leads to inflammation and cognitive impairment. The trafficking of tau from neurons to microglia involves tau phosphorylation, and membrane-bound carriers called extracellular vesicles that are released from cells.

“These data demonstrate anesthesia associated tau spreading and its consequences,” says senior author Zhongcong Xie, M.D, Ph.D., director of the Geriatric Anesthesia Research Unit in the DACCPM. “This tau spreading could be prevented by inhibitors of tau phosphorylation or extracellular vesicle generation.”

Sevoflurane did not increase the release of lactate dehydrogenase, a molecule with a similar size and weight as tau, from neurons. “This finding indicates that neuronal cell membranes and cell viability were not compromised by sevoflurane treatment and that the sevoflurane-induced leaking of tau was not a passive process,” says co-lead author Yuanlin Dong, MD, a research fellow in the department.

Another inhaled anesthetic called desflurane did not have the same effects as sevoflurane. “Our results suggest that the anesthetics sevoflurane and desflurane may have different impacts on tau phosphorylation and tau spreading. More important, sevoflurane may be used as a clinically relevant tool to study tau spreading and its underlying mechanisms,” says Xie. “We hope this work will lead to more research on anesthesia, tau proteins, and Alzheimer’s disease pathology that will ultimately improve care for patients.”

Additional co-authors to the study include; Lining Huang, M.D, Ph.D., MGH DACCPM and Hebei Medical University, China; Fang Fang, M.D, Ph.D., MGH DACCPM and Fudan University, China; Guang Yang, Ph.D., Columbia University Medical Center; Rudolph E. Tanzi, Ph.D., MassGeneral Institute for Neurodegenerative Disease; Yiying Zhang, M.D, Ph.D., MGH DACCPM; and Qimin Quan, Ph.D., Rowland Institute of Harvard University and NanoMosaic.

The study was supported by the National Institutes of Health, including the National Institutes of Aging and the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health & Human Development. H Massachusetts General Hospital, founded in 1811, is the original and largest teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School. The Mass General Research Institute conducts the largest hospital based research program in the nation.

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New Horizons

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s we begin the journey to a post-pandemic era, we may not know what our destination will ultimately look like, but we have an idea of how and where we would like to arrive.

Lacking a clear channel showing safe passage, we have the experience and optimism to keep moving forward and find safe harbor.

Now is the time to reestablish our normal routines, get some well-deserved fresh air and sunshine, and stow thoughts of how we will get through this—because we are putting the problem behind us.

Each day improves our outlook and a willingness to engage with others. As events, hotels, and restaurants open their doors, we become more optimistic about returning to better days.

It will not be easy and a few steps back may be expected, but with the wind at our backs and the current running strong, we should arrive ‘ship-shape and Bristol Fashion.’

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ailors from far and wide, have organized a Newport Harbor Memorial Boat Parade for Sunday, June 6, starting at 5:30 p.m. The event will pay tribute to members of the maritime community who passed away in 2020 and 2021.

The parade of power and sailboats will gather near the entrance to Newport Harbor and parade in a clockwise direction, starting in the Goat Island area. It will then proceed to Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard, State Pier 9, Newport Yacht Club, The Newport Harbormaster’s Office, Bowen’s and Bannister’s wharves, Hammett’s Wharf, IYRS, Casey’s Marina, Ida Lewis Yacht Club, New York Yacht Club, Sail Newport, and conclude at Fort Adams Park.

All boaters are encouraged to submit names of those close to them who have passed away for the memorial list. Sail Newport has a website sign-up that will collect the information to be announced during the parade.

“We’ve lost so many people over the past year who had an enormous impact on our community. The boat parade will be a meaningful tribute to those we have lost, and an opportunity for all of us to spend some time together as we honor our loved

colleagues, friends, and family members,” says Brad Read, Sail Newport executive director.

Read was inspired to create the memorial boat parade during the past year because of the loss of opportunity to gather due to pandemic restrictions.

Boats and their captains are required to register for the parade at Sail Newport’s website sailnewport.org. There is no fee for participation, and all boaters will receive instructions on the parade lineup via email on the days preceding the parade.

The Newport Memorial Boat parade can be viewed from points surrounding the waterfront in Newport Harbor.

Spectators are reminded to adhere to state and city guidelines for COVID safety.

“This on-the-water tribute is a wonderful opportunity to get outside and use the beautiful setting of Newport Harbor to honor those who are missed,” Read adds. H

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Newport Boating Community Launches Memorial Boat Parade

Music on Narragansett Bay THE BLITHEWOLD MUSIC AT SUNSET: CONCERT SERIES 2021—JUNE SCHEDULE

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FEES ARE AS FOLLOWS:

$45 Member Car | $55 Non-Member Car Each additional person: $10 Adult Member | $12 Adult Non-Member $5 Child (5 to 17 years old) Bands & Schedule of Appearances (6-8 p.m.)

June 2: The Prime Time Players featuring Chelley Knight June 9: The Ravers June 16: Magnolia Cajun Band June 23: Roger Ceresi and Greg LaBoss June 30: French Roast To make a reservation and preregister, visit blithewold.org and go to the Programs and Events tab.

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If you have not visited one of the most relaxing venues on the coast, plan a journey to Blithewold’s expansive grounds any Wednesday of the month.

Discover a variety of musical performances by local musicians on the Bay during a perfect summer evening, and relax with family and friends. Kick back and enjoy the peacefulness only this well-known historic property can offer while enjoying your favorite snacks or meal—it is like tailgating, but rises to a new level of pleasure.

Bring blankets or chairs, and allow the daily stress to fall from your shoulders. Soak in the exquisite scenery and breathe in the fresh ocean air; it doesn’t get any better—anywhere.

Preregistration is required, and tickets are sold by carload only. Pricing includes up to four passengers, with tickets available for additional passengers arriving in the same vehicle. H

Boston Baroque Returns to Live Performances with “On the Lawn” Outdoor Concerts in June at the Lyman Estate in Waltham

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elcoming back in-person audiences, Boston Baroque is excited about their first live performance for 2021, with works

by J.S. Bach, Arcangelo Corelli, George Frideric Handel, and Antonio Vivaldi.

This timely event will be held outdoors on the stately grounds of the Lyman Estate in Waltham, MA, a property of Historic New England. Two performances will be held on Sunday, June 6th, at 1-2 p.m. and 5-6 p.m.

Returning to in-person concerts safely is of the utmost importance to Boston Baroque, and this performance will include extensive health-wise protocols for musicians and audiences alike.

Boston Baroque has partnered with Historic New England to bring this program to local audiences at one of the finest examples in the US of a Federal-style country estate; most recently recognized in the 2019 film adaptation of Little Women.

The performance will be held outdoors, with musicians performing on the covered veranda attached to the house, while audiences will be seated socially distanced on the lawn.

The famed greenhouses on the estate will be open for guided tours by Historic New England before and after each performance.

During what has been an unprecedented concert season for all arts organizations, Boston Baroque has demonstrated a commitment to finding innovative and secure ways to share music with an appreciative audience. Boston Baroque musicians and staff will be tested daily, and strict social distancing and masking measures will be followed during rehearsals and performances to ensure everyone’s safety.

Admission will be capped at 150 per performance; masks will be required before, throughout, and after the concert. H Tickets for this program can be purchased in pods, including 1-4 individuals per pod. Go to baroque.boston, or call the Box Office at 617-987-8600.

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Playspace locations host two hour volunteer shifts that occur throughout the week between Monday and Thursday.

For children living in a shelter, Playspace visits with PALs may be the only opportunities to receive undivided attention from a caring adult.

“Our Playspace Program helps make sure that children can experience the joys of childhood, no matter where they live,” said Kate Barrand, President & CEO of Horizons for Homeless Children. “Critical developmental milestones happen at such a young age, and volunteers across Massachusetts help ensure children living in shelters are given the opportunity to learn, play, and thrive. They are an incredible corps of people that help make this program possible for us and our shelter partners.” H Horizons will be hosting online, New Volunteer Orientations on June 17. To learn more about Horizons’ Playspace Program, contact Meghan Schafer, Playspace Program Director, at mschafer@horizonschildren.org, or to register, go to horizonschildren.org/playspace.

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Each Playspace is supported by trained volunteers, known as Playspace Activity Leaders (PALs). Volunteers will be equipped with cleaning supplies—such as hand sanitizer, gloves, and

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Written Word — A FINAL R E AD —

Long Island Migrant Labor Camps—

Dust for Blood

BY MAR K A . TOR R E S

REVIEW BY JAMES HOLDEN

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hen the focus today is on equality, equity, reparations, the 1619 Project, and the defeat of capitalism, author Mark A. Torres has documented the pain and abuse immigrants endured while looking for work on Long Island after World War II and decades after.

Torres chronicles a shameful legacy created by unscrupulous employers who put profit before people as the island became wealthy and ultimately a playground for their enjoyment.

The tome reveals how employers were short on help to pick crops, so they advertised to laborers in Mexico, Jamaica, and other South American countries, enticing them with false promises of a better life.

The farmers encouraged migrants to the northeast in search of earning a living, which they had no plans to deliver. Many arrived—sometimes alone, often with families and all possessing hopes and a dream for a better future.

Once laborers arrived, many faced the hardship of filthy conditions, a lack of food, no medical care, and the most challenging work anyone was ever asked to perform in all types of weather.

The hazards these people faced are difficult to talk about; however, Torres is quite vivid when he discusses the deaths from fires resulting from inade-

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quate heating or cooking facilities found in dilapidated shacks, overfilled with new residents.

As civil rights were rising to the forefront in contemporary society, the exploitation of workers was either going unnoticed or purposefully suppressed by government officials. As mentioned, the living conditions and demands of unsuspecting workers were no less than slave labor.

Their earnings were minimal, as little as $1 per hour, and they were forced to

purchase over-priced goods, guaranteeing they be indentured to their employers.

One of the most horrific examples of abuse took place at the Cutchogue camp.

Unsanitary and unsafe, within a few years, fires had taken the lives of migrant workers. Trash and pools of human waste caused unbearable conditions.

A few concerned citizens, wishing to improve the lives of the children living in squalor, came together to educate these children.

This intervention was frowned upon; it was preferred they be corralled and kept under watch and key by owners of the farms.

Throughout the book, the author describes the atrocities migrant workers faced and the injustices forced upon them.

Admittedly, it was not an easy task since few records existed or the diligence to find documentation. Yet, Torres was committed to exposing the ugly truth of the treatment of these migrant farmworkers that served to harvest crops for America’s consumption into 2006, when the last labor camp closed.

Although depressing, the story illustrates how difficult agricultural life was in America during the latter half of the 20th century.

If civil rights is of interest, Long Island Migrant Labor Camps-Dust for Blood is worthy of a look. H

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