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Sometimes best friends come in pairs

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%\ 9,1&( /$%$5%(5$ )HDWXUH :ULWHU According to some statistics, identical twins account for approximately three or four out of every 1,000 births. In comparison, about 23 in every 1,000 births are fraternal. Meet identical twins Carol Hohe and Connie Gast, two of 14 children born to Tom and Winnie Eckert in Huntington. The twins birth numbers are four and five of 10 girls and four boys born to the Eckerts. Today there are 49 grandchildren and many greatgrandchildren. Tom Eckert died last Dec. 26 at age 91. Their mother turned 91 this past March 29. Most of the siblings still reside in the Huntington-Markle area and take turns monitoring her care 24 hours a day. Carol and Connie not only share their looks but are nearly identical in personalities, hobbies and interests. Both enjoy antiquing, %5,1*,1* ,1 0(5&+$1 estate sales, flower gardening and spend',6( ³ &DURO +RKH ZKHHOV D ing some winter time in Florida. Their only FDUW RI HUD FROOHFWLEOHV DQG KRPH difference: Connie enjoys pursuing and collecting old books, especially about nature. “I GHFRU IURP DQ HVWDWH VDOH LQWR hate that stuff,” Carol quipped. “It takes up WKH 0DUNOH ([LW $QWLTXH 0DOO 3KRWR SURYLGHG too much time!” The twin’s primary interest is running the Markle Exit 286 Antique Mall for the past 13 years. In the midst of the 2008 financial crisis that devastated Wall Street, Main Street, and the banking and housing industries, Carol and Connie — along with husbands Larry and Nick, respectively — bought the former small antique mall in Markle Aug. 1 prior to its previous owner filing for bankruptcy. Both couples were at an age when many people begin planning for retirement. “We took a big leap and didn’t know what we were doing for sure,” said Carol, who was born a few minutes after her sister Connie. “But we work

well together,” explaining the Gasts took care of the financial side of the transaction while she contributed her knowledge of the antiquing business having been a dealer in Decatur for some 20 years as well as a dealer at the Markle mall. After purchasing the rundown mall, the husbands began building rows of booths, expanding the display space. And as they continued constructing booths, the cubicles were being rented with a need to keep erecting more. Today the Mall consists of about 30,000 square feet with more than 100 dealers renting space in Continued on page 5

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Faith Van Gilder: Empowering the next generation of girls %\ /$85(1 &$**,$12 )HDWXUH :ULWHU Faith Van Gilder’s history with the Girl Scouts of America runs deep, so it’s fitting that she’s in a leadership role at the local district. Van Gilder, who was herself a Girl Scout briefly and raised two of her own, joined the Girl Scouts of Northern IndianaMichiana as the chief officer of marketing and development in August 2020. She made the move after working in the worlds of advertising and journalism for some time. For the 60-year-old Huntertown resident, it was a welcome change from her past career pursuits and job duties. This executive level role affords her a chance to give back while using the skills she’s cultivated over the last several decades. “I started working with the Girl Scouts cause when I was

at Asher Agency as their PR consultant,” she said. “For two of those years Asher did all of their social media and website updates as well, she said. “And so, I’ve been involved in numerous ways over the last 25 years. Now I’m an employee and I feel like I’ve come full circle.” According to Van Gilder, the organization does great work in the community to empower girls. In fact, unlike other nonprofits, which might champion youth in general, the focus on female development is what makes them stand out. “That’s a big difference right there,” she said. “We know that most women who are in Congress or elected office were Girl Scouts. In fact, there’s something like 50 million Girl Scout alums in the country. It’s a huge network.” The result is that girls learn important skills starting as early as kindergarten and grow

up to become leaders at work and at home in their respective communities. Speaking of leaders, Van Gilder puts those same skills into action in her job at the corporate office. The role challenges her to draw on her past career experiences to succeed in her efforts to raise funds and awareness for the cause. “I have been on boards,” she said. “I have been on fundraising committees; I have asked people for money. I have been involved in the whole process.” In addition to the development side, Van Gilder is charged with supervising a digital marketing professional and overall elevating the nonprofit’s marketing presence. On a typical day, she might send out press releases, pitch stories to the media and coordinate interviews. Ultimately, what keeps her grounded is that her work has meaning and purpose. In her

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4-H archery program to begin in April

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Allen County 4-H shooting sports program will be hosting an archery class open to all youth in grades 4-12. An orientation meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. April 15, at the Allen County Extension Office, 4001 Crescent Ave., Fort Wayne. The workshop dates will be 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. April 17, 24 and May 1, 8, 15 and 22, at the Allen County Fairgrounds, 2726 Carroll Road, Fort Wayne. The cost of the program is $30 per child, which includes state enrollment fees and archery project fee. All equipment is provided. This series will teach safe handling of equipment, proper care of equipment, shooting techniques and ethics of good shooters. Instructors are certified through the Indiana 4-H Shooting Sports Program of Purdue University and the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. The class is limited to the first 15 participants who have registered and paid. Minimum number is required to hold the class. Required registration and payment is due April 9. For registration information or any additional questions contact Kelsey Younce, Extension Educator 4-H Youth, Allen County Extension Office at (260) 481-6826. Materials also available on website at www.extension.purdue.edu/allen. It is the policy of the Purdue Cooperative Extension Service that all persons shall have equal opportunity and access to the programs, services, activities and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran. Purdue University is an Affirmative Action employer. This material may be available in alternative formats.

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of oak, maple, walnut, chestnut or cherry and shaping them into a beautiful bowl, vase, pet urn, yo-yo, Christmas ornaments or Chinese balls inside of balls. She started out in the mid-1990s to make a simple bowl for a friend. In struggling to get it perfect she realized a class on wood turning might be a good investment, especially if she intended to master her skill. Now she’s in the middle of creating a unique 1,000-piece “dizzy bowl/vortex bowl” for her

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NICTC, which meets in Huntertown, for the past 10 years and served as vice president and secretary-treasurer until the cancer diagnosis. “I’ve developed a lot of wonderful friendships among the club members and always learn something at the meetings from the demonstrations and I’m still learning.”

Artists Guild announce area galleries Fort Wayne Artists Guild Gallery At Jefferson Pointe The Fort Wayne Artists Guild, in partnership with the Jefferson Pointe Shopping Center, presents the Gallery at Jefferson Pointe featuring original art by 40 members. It is located across from Marshall’s and Game Stop, open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday. FWAG Gallery At Three Rivers, North Tower Fort Wayne Artists Guild pres-

ents an invitational exhibition featuring seven local artists in the newly renovated Gallery at Three Rivers Luxury Apartments, North Tower, Lafayette and Superior, 101 Three Rivers Road, Fort Wayne. Hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. The exhibit ends June 5. For more information visit www.fortwayneartistsguild.org.

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Sometimes Continued from page 1 booths and display cases. Many dealers are on a waiting list. Carol and Connie exhibit many of their own antique items on the aisles as well as in six or eight smaller booths. Together they scour estate sales and farm auctions across the Midwest and as far as the states of New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania and Florida. A crew of helpers consisting of most of their extended families along with the Hohe’s son, Alex, who works for the Mall then restores everything from oak sideboards to chair caning and even delicate linens.

“We don’t have an exit plan. All we can do is keep going forward,” Carol remarked. Perhaps you are wondering whether there are other twins descended from the Eckert family. The answer is “yes” but in a remarkable uncharacteristic way. The Gasts have five children. A daughter, Emily, and husband, Mitch Schlater, saw the birth of fraternal twins, Hank and Winnie, eight years ago. The Hohes adopted two children. Their daughter, Angie, with husband, Jason Maze, gave birth nine years ago to identical twin boys, Kellen and Colin.

Muzzleloading 4-H shooting sports program to begin in April The 4-H Muzzleloading program will begin at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 15, at the Purdue Extension Allen County Office, 4001 Crescent Ave, Fort Wayne. Then the program will continue from 6:30-8:30 p.m. April 22, 29 and May 6, 13 and 20 in the Spencerville area. Class size is limited to eight participants. This program will be held outside. Advanced registration is required and due by April 9. This program is open to all youth grades 3-12. The cost is $30. Equipment will be provided.

This program is sponsored by the Allen County 4-H Shooting Sports program. The program teaches safe handling of firearms, proper use of equipment, shooting techniques and ethics of good shooters. Call the Allen County Extension Office at (260) 481-6826 to request additional information. Registration form also available at www.extension.purdue.edu/ allen. Instructors are certified through the Indiana 4-H Shooting Sports Program of Purdue University and the Department of Natural Resources.

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Art This Way and University of Saint Francis Creative Arts join forces on new mural A new gateway mural is being installed within downtown Fort Wayne. Art This Way and Downtown Improvement District are pleased to partner with University of Saint Francis Creative Arts and Professor Tim Parsley on a mural project located at 1217 Broadway, Fort Wayne. This will be Art This Way’s second gateway mural project; these gateway murals aim to welcome visitors as they drive into the downtown. “As we continue to build downtown Fort Wayne as the vibrant urban core of northeast Indiana, quality of place continues to be a key driver,” said Michael Galbraith, president of the Downtown Improvement District. “We’re thrilled to partner with downtown stakeholder University of Saint Francis, the businesses of the Broadway corridor and local artists to further connect downtown Fort Wayne with our great neighborhoods like South Calhoun and West Central.” This gateway mural will be the second time Professor Parsley brings his students downtown to contribute to our city’s growing art collection. In the spring of 2018, Parsley and his USF students painted “Arouse, for you must justify me!” in downtown Fort Wayne. This work recognized the famous American poet Walt Whitman. Students involved in this mu-

ral will garner valuable experience and develop unique insight into the process of mural installation. Another exciting element of this site is that the gateway mural will be visible to University of Saint Francis students as they drive into downtown to visit USF’s downtown campus. “We are thrilled that our students can be a part of this project and become fully immersed in their community,” says Colleen Huddleson, the University of Saint Francis executive director, division of creative arts. “Using the city as their gallery is a brilliant way to engage with their surroundings and contribute to Fort Wayne’s spirit and identity.” “It is important to us that Art This Way offers opportunities to both experienced artists and emerging artists,” says Alexandra Hall, manager of Art This Way and public art consultant. “We know that this partnership will give these aspiring young artists valuable experience; it will foster a sense of belonging, give the students a sense of ownership and it will empower them to contribute to future public art projects.” Funding for this project is made possible in part by the Fort Wayne Downtown Improvement District and sponsors of Art This Way. The project is further made possible thanks to Dane Leitch, owner of Aaron’s Fine Rug Gallery.

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This spring, it’s all about that bass fishing -- and your basic gear (NewsUSA) - The days of using a stick, some string and a worm are as much a part of American culture as apple pie and baseball. Unlike that time, there are now many choices for anglers this spring, depending on where you’ll be fishing. In fact, selecting your gear is half the fun. But for starters, set aside the rods, reels, rigs, jigs and tackle, it’s also just as important to remember these items that are often overlooked: * Use sunscreen. You only have to suffer from sun poisoning one time to understand the relationship between sun and water. While the water may be cold and temperatures out-side chilly, sun reflecting off the water will still give you a burn. A sweat proof sunscreen that

won’t run and sting the eyes is ideal, as is one that won’t leave a greasy residue that could adversely affect your grip. * Wear a base layer. A thin Tshirt is a must as a base layer, better if it is made of fabric that wicks away moisture. There are even some that are made to be water repellent and stain resistant with anti-odor properties for those in warmer climes. Since this is the layer that is in direct contact with your skin, you want something that will allow moisture to escape as you sweat. * Find the right pants. Spring days on the water are usually an all-day event, and call for versatility in your clothing. To that point, pants that convert to shorts are ideal.

Like shirts, pants should be stain-resistant. Additionally, the pants should have plenty of pockets (with zippers) to carry anything extra. If you don’t have access to a boat or dock, extend your fishing range with a good pair of fishing waders. * Cover your head. Hats with a hard-hat liner will keep your neck, ears and head warm in cold weather. For warmer climates, a wide-brimmed hat will guard against sunburn, overheating and overexposure. * Bring the extras. This could include a life vest, cooler or, if you happen to be a smokeless tobacco user, a portable spittoon like those offered by Flasr. The Atlanta-based company prides itself on creating the first-of-its-kind portable spit-

toon that is small enough to fit in your pocket and carry along wherever you go -- whether it’s fishing on a lake or hunting in

a blind. Its advanced closing mechanism ensures that it stays securely closed, eliminating the risk of spills and leaks.

Erase strokes from your golf game -- no pencil required (NewsUSA) - “To shave strokes from your golf game, the only equipment you need is a good eraser.” Although this phrase is uttered jokingly by many golfers, recreational golfers who’ve reached their plateau have had very few other options, until now. “If recreational golfers insist on following the rules used by the PGA Tour, there’s little

they can do to immediately improve their game,” says John Hoeflich, executive director, of the United States Recreational Golf Association. “However, if they play by USRGA rules, they do have the option to switch to better equipment.” The USRGA is the official organization that governs recreational golf. Its rules allow the use of higher-performance golf equipment. Hoeflich estimates

that more than half of U.S. golfers agree with the USRGA rules that permit equipment that “puts fun back in the game, speeds up play and helps achieve better scores.” Callaway Golf started the recreational equipment movement in 2000 with the ERC II driver. Now Polara Golf is advancing the movement with its Advantage driver and Ultimate Straight golf balls -- both

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The health benefits of yoga for seniors For seniors looking for a safe, effective way to build strength and improve their overall physical wellness, yoga may be the right choice. With easily adaptable moves for all skill levels, yoga offers a powerful yet calming practice. Learn more about yoga, the different types available and what they can do for your health. What Is Yoga? Yoga is a relaxing workout consisting of physical motions, stretching, meditation and breathing exercises. It is often

used to eliminate stress and enhance a sense of self-awareness and can truly be practiced anywhere. Here are some different yoga practices to explore: Restorative Yoga: A practice emphasizing slow movement. Restorative yoga focuses on the stretching of muscles to allow for more profound relaxation. Yin Yoga: Yin yoga recharges and gives back to the body and mind. Focusing on stillness, this practice will help you to find your center and focus on your body’s needs.

Hatha Yoga: With Hatha yoga, you can expect to focus on your breath and mind through meditation. If you experience high anxiety or have trouble sleeping, Hatha may be the right practice for you. Benefits Of Chair Yoga For Seniors While yoga is typically done on a mat, other types, like chair yoga, can be just as effective. Chair yoga is a practice where all movements are done while sitting, making it perfect for seniors that need a little more support

while exercising. Additional benefits of chair yoga include: · Less strenuous on the joints and muscles. · Improves oxygen intake and has mental health benefits. · Helps to improve balance and flexibility. · Supports seniors of all skill levels. Health Benefits Of Yoga By practicing yoga for as little as 20 minutes a day, many notice a positive difference in body and mood. Mentally, yoga is great for alleviating stress, combat-

ing anxiety and increasing body awareness. Physically, yoga is a great tool for building strength and flexibility, and aiding in getting restful sleep. Yoga can also be social: Classes offer time to practice with others and the ease in doing yoga makes it simple to meet up with a friend at a park for a session — a great outdoor activity for the spring season. To learn more about StoryPoint Fort Wayne, visit StoryPoint.com or call (260) 2388092.

Drug recognition experts recognized for impaired driving enforcement Announced recently, the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute recognized 23 law enforcement officers as part of the annual Indiana Drug Recognition Expert awards program. A drug recognition expert is a police officer who has received specialized training to help identify drivers under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Among those honored were Matthew Wilson, Fort Wayne Police Department, and James Bailey of the Indiana State Police based out of DeKalb County. Both officers received a longevity award for five years in the program. Now in its sixth year, the awards program was created by the agency to recognize the contributions made by Indiana’s DREs. In total, ICJI presented 18 longevity awards for years of service, two leadership awards for going above and beyond and two emeritus awards for contributions made in retirement. Awards were also presented to one officer based on the number of evaluations conducted and to Louisiana-based J.O. Jones Consulting, LLC, for its support of the program. “Drug recognition experts are critical to taking impaired drivers off the road,” said Devon McDonald, ICJI executive director. “Their efforts have saved countless lives and it was an honor to recognize their service and commitment to public safety.” Every year two leadership awards are presented to one officer and one instructor. Formerly known as the DRE Officer of the Year and DRE Instructor of the Year, the awards were renamed in 2017 in honor of fallen DRE officers: Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department Officer David Moore, who was killed in the line of duty in 2011, and Indiana State Police Lieutenant Gary Dudley, who was struck and killed while participating in a charity bike ride for the Indiana chapter of Concerns of Police Survivors in 2006. This year, the Officer David Moore DRE Officer of the Year Award was presented to Indiana State Police Trooper Noah Ewing. Ewing, a Pennsylvania native, has been with Indiana State Police for five years. After graduating from the 75th Indiana State Police Recruit Academy in 2015, he was assigned to the Jasper Post patrolling Orange County. “Our drug recognition experts and instructors are some of the most committed officers in the

state,” said Robert Duckworth, ICJI traffic safety director. “They have devoted their entire careers to stopping impaired driving and have acquired the skills and training in order to do so.” The Lt. Gary Dudley DRE Instructor of the Year Award was presented to Officer Michael Wittl with the Avon Police

Department. Wittl began his career with the department after graduating from the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy in 2003. He completed his DRE certification in 2007 and became an instructor the following year. Wittl assumed the duties of assistant state coordinator in 2017. Indiana DRE Program Coordi-

nator Marshall Depew commended the award recipients. He said the program was created in 1988 in Indiana to enhance enforcement effectiveness and that there are approximately 200 DRE certified officers in the state. “DREs represent some of the best and brightest of Indiana’s law enforcement community,”

Depew said. “They are a true testament to the program and are out there every day working to save lives and keep dangerous drivers off the road.” The 2021 award recipients were recognized at a ceremony held last Friday in the Youth Pavilion at the Indiana State Fairgrounds.

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handled by Lt. John Thomas in St. Louis. We are told by Hammer that Warner was 5 feet, 5 3/4 inches tall, had blue eyes and brown hair and was of fair complexion. Pvt. Warner was assigned to Company C of the 7th Cavalry. His death at the hands of the enemy was likely not a pleasant one. He was married at the time of his death and afterward, “his widow, Sarah, received a pension of $8 per month until her death on March 5, 1920.” My research and story ends here, and I do not know where Sarah might be buried unless she is in a cemetery in Berne or Adams County. Further, I do not know if Warner’s body was recovered from the Little Bighorn battlefield as so many men of the 7th Cavalry were never identified. And did Sarah and Oscar have any children before he enlisted in Custer’s 7th Cavalry? (Any information welcome to Dr./Pastor Greg Lawson, 1801 E. 3rd St., Mishawaka, IN 46544.)

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Three ways to fight scammers who target your Social Security benefits %\ 021$ +$57(5 'LVWULFW 0DQDJHU 6RXWK %HQG 6RFLDO 6HFXULW\ 2IÀFH Scammers are always finding new ways to steal your money and personal information by exploiting your fears. The most effective way to defeat them is to know how to identify scams and to ignore suspicious calls and emails. One common tactic scammers use is posing as federal agents and other law enforcement. They may claim your Social Security number is linked to a crime. They may even threaten to arrest you if you do not comply with their instructions. Here are three things you can do: • Hang up right away or do not reply to the email. • Never give personal information, money or retail gift cards. • Report the scam at oig.ssa. gov immediately. This is Social Security’s law enforcement team at the Office of the Inspector General. You should continue to remain vigilant of phone calls when

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given to deserving seniors who may not be the most artistic, athletic or have the best grades, but demonstrate leadership and altruism through community service. Kuhns plans on attending Olney Central Community College, Arnold and Wyant plan on attending Purdue Fort Wayne, Jones plans on attending Hanover College, Teders plans on attending Dayton University,

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introduction to understanding how food and mood influence each other and learn ways to make healthy diet choices and avoid emotional eating. These are Zoom presentations. Call (260) 4816826 for ID and pass code. Rummage Sale — 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. April 8 and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 9, St. Rose Church Monroeville Community Hall, 208 Mulberry St., Monroeville. Friday will be a Bag Sale Day all day long. This will be a huge sale with something for everyone. Community Tenderloin Fry by Gaerte’s — 4-7 p.m. April 8, 204 N. Main St., Columbia City. Your choice of meal or meat, $10 each. Drive-thru Pulled Pork Dinner— 11 a.m. until gone, April 11, Cornerstone Youth Center, 19819 Monroeville Road, Monroeville. Doc’s Smoke House Bar-B-Que pork, baked beans, coleslaw, roll and cookie, $9. This

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Annual breakfast to celebrate women in northeast Indiana More than 20 women will be honored at a special breakfast aimed at celebrating women in northeast Indiana. These women were all nominated for the International Women’s Day Award sponsored by Bring It Push It Own It, a local nonprofit organization, and will be recognized at the upcoming International Women’s Day Breakfast. The breakfast will be held at 8 a.m. Wednesday, April 28, at Ceruti’s in Fort Wayne. Tickets are available for $50. The event is hosted by Bring It Push It Own It, whose aim is to empower the next generation by connecting the heart and brain through movement. Men and women are both invited to attend and will hear from speakers while being served a meal with social distancing and safety protocols implemented. Guest speakers for the breakfast include Paige Clingenpeel, national speaker and licensed mental health counselor with a focus on teens; City Councilwoman Michelle Chambers; and Dr. Ron Lewis, founder of the Lewis Way Leadership Development. “Our speakers are always inspiring and motivating,” said Executive Director Tisha Marie Strasser. “Be prepared to come away feeling encouraged and uplifted.” To promote the event, Chambers

was recently interviewed on the organization’s YouTube channel about the upcoming event. She described her previous experience at the breakfast as leaving her feeling “recharged and empowered” as a woman. While the breakfast is themed after the international observance of the day in March, the event will also serve as a fundraiser for Bring It Push It Own It’s programming. The nonprofit focuses on building and strengthening resilience, coping skills and connectedness among boys and girls in the community from ages nine to 18. With a combination of physical activity, interactive lessons, group discussions and obstacle courses, participants improve their mental strength, physical health and overall well-being. But just like the breakfast isn’t simply for women, Bring It Push It Own It’s program is no longer just for boys and girls. Last year the nonprofit expanded its program offering to women as well as teens and adults with disabilities. “We saw a need for women to have something similar to what their sons and daughters were experiencing,” Strasser said. “We launched ‘Fire’ to give women a way to build their confidence, resiliency and connectedness while moving their bodies and participat-

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was still deemed a success. With this being the third year for the event, Strasser is excited to add a few new elements. “We’re awarding one woman our International Women’s Day Award for her ability to exhibit resiliency, honor and joy,” said Strasser. “We’re also awarding a scholarship to a student who has been a Bring It participant and another scholarship to a nonparticipant.” “We depend on this breakfast to fund what programming we offer,” Strasser said. “But none of

that matters if the community we send our kids into as adults is not stocked with healthy, kind and empowered people. We all are working for a common goal and that’s a greater life, a greater sense of self and a better place to work and play. It’s my hope that this breakfast brings that all together and we’re all empowered to act beyond this event.” More information for the International Women’s Day Breakfast can be found www.bringitpushitownit.com/iwd2021.

Seventh annual Race for the Warrior set for July 24, registration now open Looking to participate in your first 5K or 10K race? Love to walk with your furry friends? Are you a seasoned runner looking for a new challenge? Or, are you looking for a great cause to support? Northeast Indiana Base Community Council has the event for you! The Northeast Indiana Base Community Council will host its seventh annual Race for the Warrior 5K/10K runway race at the Fort Wayne International Airport at 9 a.m. Saturday, July 24. Here you can celebrate in patriotic style by running, walking, rucking down the same airstrips that used to service more than 100,000 military personnel during World War II. Each participant will receive an official Race for the Warrior T-shirt and a swag bag provided by our sponsors and community partners. Afterwards, stick around for a great post-race party that includes music, food, bounce house, military static displays (including a new virtual reality military experience) and activities for all ages. Runners age 21 and over will also receive one free beer as part

of their registration. Avid runners will be excited to know that our race is an official Fort Wayne Running Club point series race. Race packet pickup will

be held from 4-7 p.m. Friday, July 23, at Fleet Feet and starting at 7:30 a.m. the day of the race at the registration area. The Race for the Warrior

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Turnstone announces community team for ADA Training Academy Turnstone recently announced the community team chosen to represent the region in Indiana’s 2021 ADA Training Academy. The inaugural ADA Training Academy is supported this year by the Indiana Governor’s Council for People with Disabilities and consists of 10 individuals throughout the state. The purpose of the ADA Training Academy is to increase the local capacity and knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act in Indiana communities. Representing northeast Indi-

ana will be: • Tina Acosta, Turnstone Center, community team mentor and certified ADA coordinator. • Kevin Hughes, Turnstone Center. • Brenda Niccum, The League. • Heather VanWagner, city of Fort Wayne. The academy will cover the registration fee required for the ADA Coordinator Training Certification Program for the community team members, as well as provide a stipend for the 2021 National ADA Symposium.

Community team participants will also attend and participate in ADA-Indiana monthly meetings and training events throughout the program. Acosta, Turnstone Center’s director of outreach, earned her ADA coordinator certification in 2020 to support the community through training and outreach services offered by Turnstone. Acosta will continue to complete advanced ADA courses to serve as a resource for local organizations seeking to enhance their accessibility for people with disabilities.

“It is a privilege to be able to support our community’s efforts to be a more inclusive and accessible community,” said Acosta. “Our training academy team represents increased collaboration that will help better ensure everyone in our community have equal access, rights and opportunities.” At the completion of the Training Academy, Hughes, Niccum and VanWagner will join Acosta as certified ADA coordinators. Local access to ADA expertise will enhance the community’s efforts to

increase its accessibility, which also complements its growing reputation as a destination for adaptive sports. Turnstone Center provides programs and services for over 3,000 children and adults with disabilities every year thanks to critical support from community donors, sponsors and partners like: AWS Foundation, Parkview Health, Parkview Physicians Group, Parkview Sports Medicine, Physicians Health Plan of Northern Indiana, Pro Resources Staffing Services and Steel Dynamics, Inc.

Associated Churches plans grand opening for The Wolf Mission House A new facility will provide an ideal setting for Associated Churches’ unique, specialized care programs. A ribboncutting ceremony for The Wolf Mission House, a vibrant space infused with the arts, gardens, educational opportunities and more, was held Thursday, April 1, at 624 E. Wayne St. in Fort Wayne. The Wolf Mission House will bring several programs together into one safe space with

the intention of strengthening each individual’s spiritual and well-being journey. Groups and individuals can participate in a diverse array of programs ranging from perinatal mental health wellness to retreats for grieving adults to a respite for teens in emergency housing. Each offering is guided by a core focus on spirituality, hospitality, creativity and nutrition. “The Wolf Mission House will provide a unique oppor-

tunity to engage our community in purposeful gathering,” said Rev. Roger Reece, executive pastor at Associated Churches. “It will be a place where life-giving, faith-filled conversations take place. This is where guests leave feeling known and encouraged to explore God’s richness.” The house is a key part of Associated Churches’ plan to serve the community’s everchanging needs. With the sup-

port of Paul and Carolyn Wolf and a host of other donors, the facility on East Wayne Street was procured and rebuilt for the specific needs of Associated Churches’ current programs and future partner programs. “From the early days of Fort Wayne’s founding, faith fostered the habits of the heart,” Reece said. “As we look to the future, Associated Churches will continue to build faith-

filled bridges to provide for the needs of our community in adaptive and agile ways. The future looks bright as we foster those relationships to build a collective impact in the heart of our community.” The grand opening is open to the public. Coffee and other light refreshments will be available and attendees will be invited to tour the facility. Guests planning to attend are asked to RSVP online.

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‘I Am … I Said’ Neil Diamond’s sixth Top 10 hit Neil Diamond Humor writer Dave Barry once invited the readers of his weekly syndicated newspaper column to vote for %\ 5$1'$/ the worst & +,// pop song $ %RRPHU %ODVW of all time. 7R 7KH 3DVW When over 10,000 letters piled up on his Miami office desk, he assembled them into Dave Barry’s Book of Bad Songs. “MacArthur Park” took the highest “honor,” but fun-loving Barry offered jabs at several other tunes as well. One was Neil Diamond’s “I Am … I Said,” with Barry citing one particu-

lar set of odd lyrics: “I am … I said/To no one there/And no one heard at all/ Not even the chair.” Barry’s gleeful response: “What kind of line is that? Is Neil telling us he’s surprised that the chair didn’t hear him? Maybe he expected the chair to say, ‘Woah, I heard that!’ ” Okay, funny enough. But a closer look at the song reveals some serious surprises. Diamond, who was born Noah Kaminsky in New York in 1941, took a screen test in 1970 in hopes of playing comedian Lenny Bruce in a forthcoming film. (Dustin Hoffman eventually won the role.) In an interview years later, Diamond described about how he had returned to his Los Angeles Holiday Inn room in a funk because he felt

(correctly) that he had failed the audition. Sitting alone at a small table with two chairs, he gazed out the window at the world of golden sunshine and palm trees. He was homesick for his native Brooklyn and feared that perhaps he had made a mistake in his recent move to California. (In an earlier minor hit, “Brooklyn Roads,” Diamond waxed nostalgic about gazing out the window of his third-floor childhood apartment.) Diamond picked up his guitar and within one hour wrote “I Am … I Said,” which would eventually become his sixth Top 10 single since 1966. He would spend the next four months honing the tune to his satisfaction. Diamond’s label, Uni Records, questioned his line

about the chair, but Diamond insisted that it stay. To him, it represented where a hotel room companion would have sat if there had been one that day. Others have pointed out that Diamond, who is Jewish, may have subconsciously gleaned the chair image from the Passover, which includes Jewish people keeping an empty chair for Elijah, who will eventually announce the coming of the Savior. Diamond has since admitted that much of the bulk of his song came from time spent in therapy in Los Angeles: “It was consciously an attempt on my part to express what my dreams were about, what my aspirations were about and what I was about. And without any question, it came from my sessions with the analyst.”

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Purdue Fort Wayne announces recipients of prestigious Chapman and Doermer scholarships Seven Indiana high school seniors who took part in the annual Summit Scholars Competition will be attending Purdue University Fort Wayne this fall as members of the 2021–22 classes of Chapman Scholars and Doermer Distinguished Scholars. The Summit Scholars Competition is usually held as an in-person event. However, restrictions on in-person gatherings necessitated by the ongoing pandemic forced major changes to be made this year. The 45 entrants’ written submissions were reviewed by the judges, who selected 18 finalists. Those competitors then took part in a virtual event on Feb. 13, where each were interviewed by the judges and spent virtual time with an advisor in their major. The judges then selected six recipients for the

Chapman Scholars Program and one for the Doermer Distinguished Scholars Program. The Chapman Scholars Program was endowed in 2007, and the first full, four-year scholarships were awarded in 2009. Howard Chapman and his late wife, Betsy, established the four-year scholarships, in which the recipients may pursue any degree at Purdue Fort Wayne. The Chapman Scholars Program originally funded four scholars each year. However, thanks to the Chapman’s generosity, they increased the endowment to provide for additional scholarships. Six Chapman Scholars are now admitted to Purdue Fort Wayne each year. Scholarships are awarded entirely on academic merit and community involvement. The Doermer Distinguished

Scholars Program is funded by the late Richard T. Doermer and his family’s foundation. Doermer was a well-known and well-respected businessman and philanthropist who had a great fondness for this university. The Doermer Program was established in 2006 and has offered one student a full, four-year scholarship each year since 2012. It provides a four-year, merit-based scholarship to an incoming freshman student who majors in business and allows the recipient to have networking opportunities with the local business community, work with mentors and participate in internships. Recipients also have the opportunity to take part in an international business experience and are expected to complete a community-based business

project during their junior and senior years. 2021–22 Chapman Scholars (in alphabetical order) • Luke Bushur is a senior at Homestead High School in Fort Wayne and is the son of James and Lori Bushur. He is going to major in computer science. • Sarah Cisz is the daughter of Robert and Heather Cisz and attends Bishop Dwenger High School in Fort Wayne. She plans to major in biology. • Charles Clem, the son of Brian and Melissa Clem, intends to major in electrical engineering. He is currently a senior at Brownsburg High School in Brownsburg. • Emma Coville is the daughter of Robinson and Lisa Coville of Columbia City. She is a senior at Oak Farm Montessori School and intends to major in English and business.

• Breanna Hunt attends Northridge High School and lives in Middlebury with her parents, Roger and Charlene Hunt. She plans to major in psychology. • Adam Stobbe, of Porter, is the son of David and Hope Stobbe. He attends Chesterton High School and plans to major in civil engineering. 2021–22 Doermer Distinguished Scholar • Lauren McKean attends South Adams High School and is the daughter of Craig and Erin McKean of Berne. She is going to be a business major. For more information on the Summit Scholars eligibility and competition, contact Michele Shawver, Chapman Scholars Program director and Summit Scholars Competition coordinator, at (260) 481-0535 or shawverm@pfw.edu.

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What’s your why for eating healthy?

Pursue the change. Adopt the mindset that the action has already happened — I am plant-based. Sounds like a mind game, but as many things in life — it is a mindset. If you want an excuse as to why you can’t make changes, there are millions, but if you set your mind to the change, you’re already there. Often you hear that people need a why in order to make changes; boy do I have a few for you: • Two-thirds of the U.S. population is overweight. • Fifty percent of U.S. adults have diabetes or are pre-diabetic. • Every 52 seconds an adult in the U.S. dies from heart disease. • Fifty-eight percent of

the American diet consists of ultra-processed foods. • Every 40 seconds someone in the U.S. has a stroke. • Strokes are the leading cause of serious long-term disability in adults. This isn’t meant to scare you, but maybe frighten you enough to see that it may be time to implement those changes that you know will improve your health. There are consequences to eating plant-based and they are good. We’ve talked about how to start improving your eating choices by eating more plantbased meals; maybe it’s every breakfast or maybe breakfast and lunch (even better), leaving dinner as your only meal where you consume meat, fish and dairy. Or jump right in and say “I am plant-based” for the next week or month. Committed change will change you. So what are the consequences of eating plantbased? The top five, according to MD Anderson cancer center, are: • Reduce your risk for cancer. A diet rich in fruit, vegetables, whole grain, beans, nuts and seeds fuels your body with the phytonutrients

critical to good health. • Immune system support. Plants have essential nutrients that you cannot get from other foods. The vitamins and minerals, phytochemicals and antioxidants in plants help keep your cells healthy and your body in balance so that your immune system can function at its best. • Plant foods reduce inflammation. • Reduced body fat achieving and maintaining a healthy weight. • Plants are high in fiber, adding a whole host of benefits including lowering cholesterol and stabilizing blood sugar. And let me add a couple — • Whole food plant-based foods are delicious so you will enjoy eating healthy. • Energy level will rise. Your body just wants to get up and go because you aren’t feeling sluggish from what you ate. • Taste buds change and cravings stop. No matter your age, no matter your present health concerns, eating clean, healthy meals will change that mind game into a mindset that is beneficial to your life.

TUNO (plant-based tuna fish salad) Ingredients 4 servings 1 can (15 oz) cooked garbanzo beans (chick peas) drained and rinsed 1 celery stalk finely chopped 1 cucumber finely chopped 1 cup green onion or less to taste 2 dill pickles chopped 4 tablespoons sunflower seeds 4 tablespoons tahini 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard Instructions Combine all ingredients in a

bowl, mashing garbanzo beans while leaving some of them in larger chunks. 1. Or place all ingredients in a food processor and pulse a few times to combine all ingredients (make sure to not over-process). 2. Serve tuno over a salad, in a lettuce wrap, in a pita or on your favorite bread. Cat Wilson lives in South Bend and transitioned from a vegetarian diet to eating a plant-based diet over two years ago. She may be contacted at cwilson@the-papers.com.

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Faith meets action: Meet Achduth Vesholom’s Donna Tourkow %\ /$85(1 &$**,$12 )HDWXUH :ULWHU For Fort Wayne’s Donna Tourkow, practicing her Jewish faith is more than a form of religious expression. It’s a privilege she doesn’t take for granted. A retired teacher and member of the Congregation Achduth Vesholom on Old Mill Road, Tourkow reflects on how her religion intersects with her past, present and future. “It means tradition,” she said about Judaism. “It means continuing the family bonds. As both of my parents escaped Europe, it means honoring all that they went through and their lives coming to America.” That legacy was instilled within her from a young age. As a high schooler in the Chicago area, she was drawn to youth groups at the synagogue and began to explore the faith on a deeper level. Tourkow continued on that trajectory when she married her husband, Josh, and started a family. After settling in Josh’s hometown of Fort Wayne, they got plugged into congregation life.

The Tourkows have been steadfast members of the local Jewish community for more than four decades and have witnessed how their faith community has evolved over the years. For example, in 2019, their original congregation B’nai Jacob merged with Congregation Achduth Vesholom to form one temple organization. That transition was made easier by the fact that she knew several of the members from her philanthropic work. One particular project, however, has a special place in her heart. Through Thoughtful Thursdays, the Jewish community is actively working to make a difference in the lives of children who are enrolled in the Brightpoint Head Start program. The temple is home to a Head Start site. For Tourkow, this is a chance to put her faith into action. She and fellow volunteers provide monthly or twice monthly bags with groceries and educational items. The bags are sent home with the students on a Thursday to be returned the following Monday to be refilled. The program has been active for more than a decade, though, they’ve had to make some

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adjustments due to the pandemic. Looking back, Tourkow said she’s missed those connections. “This year was different because the pandemic, but in normal times, I most appreciate the camaraderie,” she said. “I got to know a lot of the members at the temple before we merged. I formed friendships and always looked forward to coming in and chatting with the ladies while we assembled the bags. It was a fun morning. Plus, you’re doing something good for the world.” Speaking of good deeds, Tourkow said she finds inspiration in the example set by her late mother-in-law, Leah Tourkow. “She volunteered all over the city and with our synagogue,” she said. “She’s the one who set the tone for my volunteer life in this city.” 7+28*+7)8/ 7+856'$< ³ 6KRZQ LV D EDJ DQG VRPH RI WKH JURFHULHV WKDW DUH LQFOXGHG LQ WKH 7KRXJKWIXO 7KXUVGD\V SURJUDP 'RQQD 7RXUNRZ SDUWLFL SDWHV LQ 7RXUNRZ DFFUHGLWV KHU VWURQJ UHVROYH LQ YROXQWHHULQJ ERWK WR KHU IDLWK FRPPXQLW\ DQG WR KHU PRWKHU LQ ODZ 3KRWR E\ /DXUHQ &DJJLDQR

Tiptoeing through a career Tiny Tim is typically remembered as a disposable novelty performer, but he deserves better than being a mere %\ 5$1'$/ footnote in & +,// entertainment history. He was born Herbert Butros Khaury in Manhattan in 1932, the son of immigrants who toiled in the garment industry. At home, Khaury spent hours mesmerized by his parents’ sublime 78-rpm discs of Bing Crosby and Rudy Vallee. Outside, neighborhood bullies taunted him and at school the mild-mannered misfit ignored classroom subjects to daydream about the girls there. He took up the ukulele after seeing Arthur Godfrey playing one on television. Shortly thereafter, Khaury set music as a career goal. He left school at 17, grew his hair down to his shoulders (an unusual move at the time), and learned hundreds

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of old-time songs. Eventually, he found club work as a novelty act in a few local dives, where he strummed his instrument and sang in a quavery but pure falsetto, as well as in a rich, confident male baritone. This unusual skill allowed him to sing duets with himself. He adopted a series of stage names, including Judas K. Foxglove and Larry Love, the Singing Canary. In 1963, his manager proposed the Englishsounding title Sir Timothy Timmins. Khaury preferred Tiny Tim, though, after the iconic Charles Dickens character. Tiny was eventually able to secure better gigs in Greenwich Village. From there, he moved up to a trendy New York club called The Scene, where he formed friendships with such pre-fame musicians as the Lovin’ Spoonful, Jimi Hendrix and Bob Dylan. Tiny’s life changed dramatically one night in 1967. Mo Astin, the head of Reprise Records, caught Tiny’s act at The Scene and offered him a recording contract on the spot. The result

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was a future Top 10 album, “God Bless Tiny Tim,” which contained his lone hit single of “Tiptoe Through the Tulips.” The ditty, a laughable anomaly in an era of psychedelia and heavy metal, had been around since 1929, when singer Nick Lucas had recorded a No. 1 hit with it. 1968 became Tiny’s breakout year. That January, most Americans got their first look at Tiny on “Rowan and Martin’s LaughIn,” with the scraggly-haired, beak-nosed, face-powdered entertainer strolling onstage while grinning and blowing kisses. That night, when he launched into “Tiptoe Through the Tulips,” a star was born — although some perplexed viewers probably expected a UFO to drop down and whisk Tiny off to his home galaxy. His star burned white-hot for a while. Las Vegas beckoned with $50,000-a-week offers and, on Dec. 17, 1969, over 40 million “Tonight” viewers watched Tiny marry 17-yearold “Miss Vicki” (Victoria Budinger) on Johnny Carson’s TV show. The couple had a daughter, Tulip, before divorcing in 1977. Tiny married two more times and released numerous disparate records that always tanked. He never could find that elusive second big hit. On Nov. 30, 1996, Tiny Tim suffered a fatal heart attack at age 64, while performing at a small Minneapolis club. He had just finished singing “Tiptoe Through the Tulips.”

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Jim Thorpe’s namesake town %\ &(&,/ 6&$*/,21( 0DWXUH /LIH )HDWXUHV Rolling along the country roads stitched throughout this northeastern pocket of the Keystone State is akin to meandering through central Italy, where every hill is crowned by a town with its own history. Jim Thorpe, Pa., is like that. The all-American athlete after whom this town is named was not born here, did not attend school here and there is no evidence he ever set foot or even drove through here. Yet this “Gateway to the Poconos,” cited as one of the nation’s prettiest towns, owes its survival to the Oklahoma-born Olympic champion who, when the King of Sweden handed him his pentathlon and decathlon medals at the 1912 Olympic Games and proclaimed him “the greatest athlete in the world,” said “Thanks, King.” The struggling little coal community straddling the Lehigh River was known as Mauch Chunk and East Mauch Chunk until the 1950s. Its populace had blazed through the heyday of coal and railroad

expansion and was existing on those fumes of fame when Thorpe died in 1953. Thorpe’s widow, disappointed and disgusted when Oklahoma movers and shakers refused to establish a memorial to their renowned native son, began shopping around for a place that would welcome his remains. The Mauch Chunk leaders, desperate for new lifeblood and new business, heard of her search. They listened to her offer and agreed to build a memorial for her late husband and rename their town after him. They even dug up some soil from the Stockholm Olympic Stadium and used it to form a small mound at the base of his monument. Native American tribal and family factions in Oklahoma have battled through several courtrooms to have Thorpe’s remains returned to the Sooner State. An appeals court decision a few years ago appears to have settled things by leaving matters as they lay. To visit the memorial, pop into this forest-girdled Carbon County community between

Wilkes Barre and Allentown and head about a mile north of downtown. A small park is dedicated to the football Hall of Famer who was arguably the finest all-round athlete in recorded history. Park beside the train station that debouches passengers into the commercial zone and you’re likely to see Molly Maguire’s Pub and Steakhouse — a benign reminder that this also is where four members of the infamous group involved in a bloody mining war were found guilty of murder and hanged in the 1870s. More comfortable memories are housed in the Asa Packer Mansion overlooking the town. The Victorian building peers at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, atop a hill on the other side of the village. Packer started out as an apprentice carpenter. He opened a store in Mauch Chunk while operating a boatyard that made vessels for transporting coal along the Lehigh Canal. This led him into the mining industry and, eventually, railroading. His first rail link connected

“We don’t get the Food Network.” “But surely you have Vudu TV?” “We didn’t want to take a chance. It sounded like a cult. I bet my brother has it.” We made several other calls, becoming nervous that we were running out of friends we were compatible with. My wife loves old movies but we found very few TCM subscribers. We discovered that the Wideners had satellite TV. They told us it was unlikely we had many interests in common. I felt like they were dishing us, so that was the end of that relationship. We tried to find folks who subscribed to Acorn TV and who enjoyed British mysteries

as much as we do, but most of our friends have Hulu, which I had wrongly assumed was just travel shows about Hawaii. My sister watches a lot of YouTube TV, a service I thought was limited to cat videos. I called my friend Mikki who said she just has an antenna on top her TV. Too bad. We had been friends for 30 years. I had an idea. “Mary Ellen, I’m going to create an Excel spreadsheet where people can sign up and find other people who share similar services. This would be a boon to friendships during this time of isolation.” “I’m very impressed, Dick.” “So, you like the concept?” “No, it’s nutty, but I’m im-

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pressed you know how to use Excel.” I logged onto eHarmony and Match.com to see if they even considered viewing options as an important issue in establishing a relationship. I even went on an adult site called Be Naughty, but when I entered my age, I was automatically transferred to Silver Singles. With the hundreds of personal interests compared on these dating sites, there wasn’t a single question about cable TV or streaming pref-

erences. Just the same old unimportant inquiries: Godfearing or agnostic? Smoker or nonsmoker? Permanent or casual relationship? Drinker or abstainer? All fine and good, but where was: Showtime or Epix? STARZ or Cinemax? Chromecast or Xbox? The bottom line is we are looking for a friendship with another couple who has HBO, Amazon and Netflix. You obviously would need basic cable. If you don’t have it, have it installed. Hooking up is half the fun.

The basic cable blues We miss seeing others in person, but through the magic of Facetime and Zoom we have been able to keep ,1 $ in touch. 1876+(// Most of %\ ',&. our friends :2/)6,( have been similarly stuck at home, so there isn’t that much to talk about — except movies and TV shows. “Hi, Bob and Cathy, it’s Dick and Mary Ellen. Have you seen ‘Your Honor’ with Bryan Cranston on Showtime? It’s great. Lots to think about.” “Sorry guys, we don’t get Showtime. But have you seen ‘Frozen II’ on Disney+?” “No, we don’t get Disney+. Surely you’ve seen the awardwinner ‘The Shape of Water’ on Amazon Prime. There’s so much to discuss about that one.” “Dick, we don’t subscribe to Amazon Prime.” “Okay, Bob, let’s talk again when the pandemic is over.” We called our friends John and Jane. “Hi, guys, we have an idea for a fun evening. Let’s all watch ‘The Crown’ on Netflix and make fun of the royal family.” “Dick, we don’t have Netflix. But we found a great show on the Food Network, ‘Amy Schumer Learns to Cook.’ ”

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History oozes from St. Augustine’s pores Not many American cities can boast a history that goes back 450 years. St. Augustine, Fla, can! It was *5($7 founded in (6&$3(6 1565 and is %\ 52' .,1* hands down the oldest city in the United States. On top of that, it has the oldest wooden school in the nation, a lighthouse that’s a couple centuries old, a huge fortress made out of broken shells that is the country’s only 17th Century masonry fort still standing and a college whose campus is touted as being the most beautiful in the nation. In addition to all that, St. Augustine is headquarters to the Golf Hall of Fame, Lightner Museum of eclectic collections all accumulated and displayed in

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two occasions. Unlike stone, coquina absorbs the impact of cannon balls and doesn’t crack. Some enemy projectiles even stuck in the walls. Most, however, just bounced off. After the barrage stopped at the end of the day, the Spaniards crept out under the cover of darkness, retrieved the cannon balls, melted them down to fit their own cannons and fired them back the next day.

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The British finally gained control of the fort in 1763 through the Treaty of Paris. They renamed it St. Mark. The U.S. Army took over in 1825 and named it Fort Marion, but in 1942 the original name was restored to honor its unique Spanish heritage. The best view of the old lighthouse is from the fort battlements. Alumni of colleges and universities around the country will no doubt challenge the ‘beautiful campus’ claim of Flagler College. It originally was the 540-room Ponce de Leon Hotel built by the railroad mogul Henry Flagler in the early 1900s as a vacation destination for his rich friends. As you might expect, he spared no expense, specifying the finest marble and the most exotic woods from around the world. The dome inside the main entrance is exquisite. It must be special to be a student in these extravagant surrounds. St. Augustine’s culture is an eclectic mixture of Timucuan Indians, Spanish (they ruled Florida for more than 200 years), French, British, African, Minorcan, Seminole and Swiss which combine for a rather laid back citizenry. Explorer Ponce de Leon is said to have sampled the fresh spring water at what is now The Fountain of Youth attraction. Visitors can do the same, but will unlikely revert to their childhood. Old town’s George Street is a treat to stroll. It’s chock-full of boutiques, restaurants, galleries and bars along with the nation’s oldest wooden schoolhouse. At the end of the street are two remaining pillars that formed the gate to the old fortified city. The get on/get off tour trains are a really good way to get the lay of the land and learn some history at the same time. Add to all that sunny weather and some of the greatest beaches in Florida. What’s not to like?

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Train travel: just the ticket %\ &(&,/ 6&$*/,21( 0DWXUH /LIH )HDWXUHV The phalanx of seniors who remember boarding the train to visit Grandma is thinning rapidly. Images of burly huffers-and-puffers rolling into town undoubtedly remain indelible in their memory banks from childhood. This form of getting around is much more popular in Europe than in North

America. Londoners ride the rails through the Chunnel for dinner in Paris. Napolitanos hop aboard for quick shopping trips in Rome. On this side of the Atlantic, you can take comfortable day trips between downtown San Diego and Los Angeles, Baltimore and the nation’s capital, and Montreal and Quebec City. The return to train travel has been picking up a bit of

steam here as vacationers review family trips within our borders. A long-forgotten advantage of this form of travel is that train stations are situated right downtown. No need to call an airport shuttle to be dumped at a terminal miles from anywhere. Train stations usually are roomier, with teller windows lining the walls of a massive hall.

You don’t have to drop off or pick up your luggage because you can keep it with you all the time. Some rail services offer checked-baggage service, but you should ask if it’s available before buying your ticket. Once you’ve settled into your seat, you’ll realize that sitting in the train is a lot more comfortable than a crowded jetliner. And you don’t have to strap yourself in. Train operators do currently require wearing masks at all times. But you can still get up and stretch your legs comfortably during the trip. And each car has its own bathroom. For real luxury, you can book a roomette to enjoy the trip in your own private cabin.

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one-third of pre-pandemic totals. While several airline companies have kept the middle seat empty for periods of time, they’ve managed to keep passenger counts healthy by cutting down the number of flights, grounding much of their fleet and using smaller airplanes. Hotels, the first sector of the travel industry to be affected, report less than one-third of their rooms have been occupied this year. Mature Life Features, copyright 2021

If you’ve never ridden a bicycle before, you might think about starting now. It’s a neat form of walking while sitting down. The pedaling tones your legs, sitting up boosts your balance and the exercise cleans out your lungs while you enjoy the sunshine, breeze and scenery during the ride. A major advantage is taking the strain off your joints (ankles, knees and hips) that have aged and no longer appreciate a walk, jog or run. Not interested in balancing on a two-wheel contraption? Take a look at threewheelers. They’re designed to offer all the benefits of a bike without having to worry about coordination. If you’re experiencing lightheadedness or weakness, a stationary bike might be your better choice. As you get back to biking, listen to your body. Start out on short 10- or 15-minute treks. Stop when your arthritis or muscles tell you. As with any form of exercise, check with your family doctor to discuss how cycling may help or harm your health. Mature Life Features, copyright 2020

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Another advantage to train travel is the ability to get on and off at cities along the way. On a Los Angeles to New Orleans ride, for instance, you can stop over in Phoenix, Tucson, El Paso, San Antonio and Houston if you wish. On a ride from Chicago to Miami, you can hop off in Cincinnati and Washington D.C. A cross-Canada trip whisks you from Vancouver to Toronto over the Rockies, with side trips available that include Lake Louise and Niagara Falls. Early booking usually can save you money after you’ve explored and planned your favorite train trip. Mature Life Features, copyright 2021

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For the love of simple embrace %\ %$5% :<$77 %/$.( .LQJVWRQ %XVLQHVV 2IÀFH &OHUN Indiana had the first confirmed COVID-19 positive case on March 6, 2020. As COVID cases climbed, it became evident the virus was not going away. There were many directives given by the CDC to prevent the spread, which greatly affected our senior community, including an order to stop visitations. One day a family member could enter the building and go to their loved ones room for a visit where they could hug mom, hold dad’s hand, share a meal or just be there to sit by the bed while they rested to a complete stop of all visitation. Although most family members understood the precautions, some of the residents were unable to understand. In my 10 years in LTC, I have witnessed and been a part of many heartwarming scenarios, but nothing has compared to the feeling I experienced when I witnessed

the embrace between a mother and daughter who had not had any physical contact in over a year. Treasa Demond arrived for a typical, sterile, six-foot distancing visit with her mother, used hand sanitizer, had her temperature taken and donned a mask for her 45-minute visit. When ready, we told Demond, “We have a surprise for you. On this day, the CDC had lifted no contact restrictions and today you can actually give your mom a hug.” Demond stood in shock for a split second, then her eyes lit up and you could see the immediate joy as she hurried into the visitation area where her mother was waiting. Demond wrapped her arms around her mom for the first time in over a year and tears flowed, as a year’s worth of sadness and the anguish of not being able to verbally express tenderness, compassion and love to her mom left her body. The emotion affected all of us and there was not a dry eye around as we observed

this historic moment. We had arrived at a monumental time, a result of COVID-19 vaccine administration, where we could somehow return to a normalcy we sometimes took for granted prior to COVID on the simple impact of love and a simple embrace.

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item to determine how much they will bid. • Being able to bid 24/7 on the personal property or the real estate. • Being able to see all the other bids. • Having at least two minutes to think about raising their bids, which is less stressful. At the end of our conversation the buyer was sold on the online auction advantages. This prompted me to create a detailed report on “Frequently Ask Questions About Online Auctions.” To get a copy of this free report call (877) 605-5483 and request report ID 0208. Our Family Helping Yours Making Downsizing Easy.

Turnstone adds on-site recreation therapy to programs and services for people of all ages Turnstone Center has announced the addition of recreation therapy to its comprehensive programs and services for children and adults with disabilities. Recreation therapy services are available to people of all ages and will take place exclusively on-site at Turnstone’s campus. Recreation therapy benefits children and adults with physical, intellectual and developmental disabilities and can be used independently or to complement existing therapy and treatment

plans. Among many other benefits, personalized approaches help support therapy goals, increase independence, discover new ways to navigate a disability and practice social interactions. “There is a wide spectrum of benefits from participating in recreation therapy, but the fundamental benefit is finding new ways to work towards your goals,” said Luke Morgan, Turnstone chief program officer. “Through therapeutic recreation, we can provide individuals with skills to grow physically,

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