Lovin' Life After 50: Scottsdale - March 2017

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Active adult communities evolve Plus: Readers Sound Off, page 8

Kenny Loggins Feels Alright

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In This Issue 6 The Curmudgeon 26 Traveltizers

28 Calendar of Events 33 Jan D’Atri

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opinion The Curmudgeon Nix the Nazi Name-calling

By Drew Alexander Observing the hysteria of the Democratic Party and its far-left fellow travelers since Donald Trump was elected President of the United States has been both amusing and discomforting.

At times, the public spectacle of adults bawling like babies and the mouthing of sophomoric verbal vexations by the 2016 election’s losers has been great fun to witness on the stage of political theatre.

But much of the loquacious language of the leftists – including some Democrat government officials – has been hateful, vulgar, inflammatory, filled with anger and far from humorous.

Within this outpouring of odious left-wing speech is the branding of

conservatives, Republicans, and anyone who disagrees with them as “Nazis” or “fascists,” and invoking the name of Adolf Hitler when referring to President Trump.

For any person to so recklessly compare the current or any American president to Hitler demonstrates intellectual and emotional immaturity, and a pitiful ignorance of modern history.

From 1933 to 1945, Hitler’s regime murdered 11 million innocent people – 6 million of them Jewish men, women and children. This does not include the millions more who died on World War II battlefields to defeat the Nazi tyranny.

If there is any legitimate comparison to the Nazis’ monstrous extermination

of human beings, it’s the Soviet Union dictatorship of Josef Vissarionovich Djugashvili – better known as Josef Stalin. He was a brutal, amoral, psychopathic basket case of a man who had zero regard for the sanctity of life.

His bloody 30-year rule and twisted personality paralleled that of Hitler, and by many accounts, he killed twice as many people as the Nazis.

Since the earliest days of the republic, a divergence of political opinion and public protests have been a hallmark of the American character. When freely and civilly expressed, such actions enrich the fabric of our system of selfgovernance and reinforce our moral strength and unity as a nation.

Most of the anti-Trump demonstrations, however, are neither civil nor by any means inspiring or unifying. Organized mobs of hooligans – many of them paid, I think – storming the streets of American cities shouting obscenities, attacking police officers, and vandalizing private and public property are indicative of how readily the Democratic Party accepts extreme left thuggery.

We have not heard a word from former President Barack Obama, the Clintons, or any other Democrat to publicly condemn these despicable acts of violence and the shouting down of conservative speakers. Democrats love to sermonize about tolerance, fairness, free speech, unity and civility, but fail to practice what they preach.

While we on the right were painfully enduring eight years of the wrongheaded Obama administration, we were not seen rioting in the streets, torching cars, spouting vulgarities or depriving anyone of their First Amendment rights.

I heard conservative commentator Rush Limbaugh theorize that political liberalism is a mental disorder, which I dismissed as being a bit over the top.

But the irrationally angry conduct of November’s losers has me now thinking that the Democratic Party and its constituency should seek a group rate for some time on a psychiatrist’s couch.

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By Bill Straus With all due respect to our resident “curmudgeon,” I feel particularly curmudgeonly today. So I’m going to just “kvetch” about a few things that prompt that feeling.

First, I can’t believe the Arizona Legislature is targeting both our Voter Protection Act and our citizen initiative process. Oh, it’s quite clear they don’t want to share decision-making with us, even though it’s obvious to anyone who has observed that group over the years that they can use all the lawmaking help they can get. Prop. 206, which raised the minimum wage in this last election, appears to have been the last straw for our power-possessive legislators.

But it’s important to remember that Arizona’s founding fathers (and mothers) felt strongly about the citizenry’s role in lawmaking. We’re one of only 24 states to allow citizens the right to initiate legislation. It’s one of the most progressive things in our State Constitution! The fact is that our legislature considers these citizen rights so much of a threat to their power, they have made attacks on those rights a priority in the first two months of this session. Now that’s deplorable!

I have tried to avoid our current President in this column, but sometimes I just can’t help myself. I think we’d all agree this world of ours has some serious problems. There are simply too many real problems to dismiss Trump’s

made-up problems, specifically with regard to terrorism. The Trump administration has literally created nonexistent terrorist attacks in Bowling Green and Sweden. Sweden! Trump’s reference to the Swedish attack was so bizarre and without foundation it prompted the Swedish government to inquire of us what the hell he was talking about. That’s a question I ask myself quite often.

Finally, I feel compelled to mention one of my biggest driving pet peeves.

Our roads seem to be continually under construction. Lots of lane closures.

Most of us abide by the warning signs and move over to an open lane. But then there are those who feel “special.”

They will stay in the lane that’s closing right up until the signs block their way, and then try to squeeze into an open lane. And if I fail to let them in, they show the irritation and anger that betrays their feelings of entitlement.

They act as though we owe them the courtesy, when all along it’s apparent they were simply trying to save time by delaying their switch. It’s not one of my major obsessions, but I must admit it irritates me every time it happens.

Playing curmudgeon is kind of fun.

Liberating. I don’t think I’m in danger of adopting it as a permanent mindset, but I have a feeling I’ll be doing it again sometime.

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Sound Off

Writing the Next Chapter on Retirement Security United Retirement Advisors Group

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he book on baby boomers retiring hasn’t been written yet,” says Garry Madaline, President of United Retirement Advisors Group. “Thirty years from now, I’m afraid the story may be that too many retirees didn’t change their financial strategy when they left the workforce and didn’t realize their mistake till it was too late.”

“For retirees who can no longer contribute income to recoup their losses, taking a hit in the market can have dire consequences.”

— Garry Madaline To Madaline, a Boomer himself, this unhappy narrative serves as a cautionary tale for today’s pre-retirees. A long time financial advisor, he’s been in the business since 1979, following a six-year stint as a police officer in Philadelphia, Madaline has made it his personal mission to help retirees lay the foundation for a happier ending.

“Our grandparents and parents stayed with one employer, received a comfortable pension and lived a different lifestyle,” he says. “Markets behaved differently; staying fully invested over the long term made sense. But times have changed. Less than 5% of Baby Boomers have retired and a very dangerous trend has already begun to emerge. Many are following the same investment strategies they used while working and assume the results will be the same. The fact is, following the same strategy after retirement as before retirement just won’t work for many retirees.”

Protecting Assets Is Priority One

Madaline’s top priority for his clients, to whom he has a fiduciary responsibility as a Series 65 advisor, is protecting their assets from the effects of market downsides. While working, most people contribute to their 401(k) plan every pay period. They are putting money in every week regardless of whether the market is going up or down. This can be a good idea while you’re working as purchasing fund shares in a declining market will net great returns when the market recovers. In addition, your employer may also be matching some of your contributions helping you buy even more shares at a discount price.

The problem with using this strategy during retirement is that you are no longer buying any new shares during down markets. In addition, you must now remove money from these accounts to live on. If you are taking losses and removing money from your retirement accounts, even for a short time period, no reasonable amount of recovery will make up for the losses and eventually you may run out of money. This is what happened to many people in 2008. There’s no magic to this conclusion it’s simply basic math.

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“I only recommend market investments whose risk management techniques come first and money-making strategies come second,” he says. “As an independent advisor, my primary concern is for my client’s well-being. When it comes to managing other people’s money, nothing is more important to us. A cornerstone of making this a reality is aligning the money manager’s approach and goals to share that of the clients.”

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There are a lot of good things to read in Lovin’ Life After 50. However, the pieces by Drew Alexander, “The Curmudgeon,” are not among the worthwhile articles.

This rabid right-wing ranter is a detriment to an otherwise basically good publication. He does not write about political issues but merely spews forth his own right-wing rants.

It’s quite offensive. His photo speaks volumes, just as The Donald’s face bespeaks what lies within the man. If you must keep giving this “writer” space, at least counter with a column by an equally rabid liberal. Perhaps I will apply, to balance things out.

Barack Obama has once again shown his lack of class by criticizing President Trump’s plan to ban, for three months, people coming in from the seven Muslim countries that Obama’s administration has identified as terrorist countries. Obama has shown no class during the eight years he was in office and he needs to go away and shut up. He had eight years. During that time, he lost the presidency, he lost the senate, he lost the house, he lost 1,000 state representatives, so he needs to go away and stay away.

With all the hoopla about Valentine’s Day – commercial, commercial, commercial – nobody’s yet mentioned it’s also Arizona’s birthday! All the foreigners that come here and all the Easterners, nobody pays attention to how great Arizona really is. It’s our birthday, not just Valentine’s Day for everyone else who’s selling something.

GROWTH

The Democrats should be ashamed of themselves.

They are acting like spoiled children. They have attacked Trump and opposed every decision he has made. The American people have spoken: Donald J. Trump is our president. Democrats, work together with him and the Republicans to get America back on track. Stop acting like spoiled brats.

The message is one word for Trump: Impeach! Impeach! 䄀匀唀 匀欀礀 匀漀渀最Impeach! Impeach, again! 猀 匀愀琀甀爀搀愀礀 㐀 㤀⼀㄀㜀 ☀ 㤀⼀㈀ 愀洀 愀洀 ⴀ ㄀㄀㨀㌀ 㠀㨀㌀ It’s

frightening how many Americans are supporting bringing thousands upon thousands of Muslims into the United States. Don’t they realize that Islam is an ideology that is totally against our Western values? Any ideology that tells its followers to tell people you either convert or you die is dangerous and evil. Let them stay in their own Muslim countries. Their goal is worldwide domination and Americans are helping them. This is going to lead to nothing but problems.

While at the supermarket today, I saw a couple come into the store with a big black dog that had no identification as a therapy dog. Why is it that people think they can just bring their pets into supermarkets or food establishments?

It’s against the health and sanitary laws. If I wanted to bring my pet pig or my pet horse into the supermarket, do you think I should be able to? People, unless they’re a therapy dog, leave your pets at home.

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Ask Gabby Gayle Advice Column for the Over-50 Crowd

By Gayle Lagman-Creswick Dear Gabby Gayle: I am 72 and retired five years ago. I always thought when I retired my husband and I would travel and live a carefree life.

Shortly after we retired, my husband had a heart attack and died. So much for the carefree life. I greatly mourned.

Then spent a couple years feeling sorry for myself. My kids have urged me to go out more. I finally decided to join a dating site. When I told my kids (wish I hadn’t) they all made me feel old and foolish. “Why would you do such a thing? That is not a good thing at your age. With your luck you will end up with Jack the Ripper. It is not safe. It is for young people.” I have had coffee with several nice people. Haven’t met anyone I really care for, but it gives me something to look forward to. I am no dummy. I screen my dates and always meet in public places. Now I feel foolish. Should I listen to my kids?

Signed, Ready for Dating Dear Ready: Why is it that many young people feel they have the corner on romance? You do not grow too old for that! I worked in many nursing homes, and the happiest residents were those that still had a little romance in their lives. It heals. It is the sunshine in the day. It is the difference of whether you want to put on makeup or jewelry. It is a spark. I say, talk to your kids about loneliness, about how you miss the companionship of a man. And let them know that you are happier since you began meeting men. Put your foot down and live your life! More power to you. They will come around. You are a smart and capable woman.

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these petty problems. I feel it is my job as the matriarch of the family. I have tried to teach all of them that next to God, it is family. No “infraction” is too big not to be forgiven. I do worry about who will keep them together when I am gone. Any suggestions?

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Dear Worried: I do not know the answer to that problem. I am sure lots of matriarchs worry about that. It sounds like you have instilled the importance of family in their minds and likely your children have understood the importance, and they will carry it forth after you are gone. Take some comfort in the fact that in some families, the matriarch herself is the dividing factor, and those families sometimes do not speak to each other for years. Thanks for writing. Signed, GG Dear Gabby Gayle: It doesn’t seem like you get many letters from men; however, I always enjoyed your column. What has finally made me write is something that is bugging me: It is religion. I am a member of a certain religion and have raised my kids in this religion. Now that my four kids have grown up, they do not go to church, and in fact, I am not sure what they believe. But that is not my problem. I am a widower and in my later years have become more spiritual than religious.

In fact, I think my religion had almost taken away my spirituality. I have made a decision to leave this religion and get somewhere where they believe in spirituality and are not bogged down with rules and dogma. I feel raising my kids in this religion was a big mistake. They didn’t develop their spirituality! I want you to know I feel greatly relieved to be making this change. I know I will be a better person. I don’t need advice. I just wanted to make a statement.

Signed, Awake Dear Awake: Thank you. Well said.

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Spring 2017 Scholarship Awards Presentation honored six scholars who work at Freedom Plaza Retirement Community, Freedom Plaza Care Center and Casa del Rio Senior Living.

The recipients can use the scholarships to further their education at college, nursing or technical school.

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Deborah Slaney is the curator of history for the Albuquerque Museum of Art and History.

Master Zuni carver and jewelry maker celebrated at public talk Thanks to his menagerie of turquoise bears, abalone birds and marble rabbits, Leekya Deyuse was known as the 20th century’s preeminent carver of sculptures, fetishes and jewelry. On March 8, the Desert Foothills Chapter of the Arizona Archaeology Society will host “The World of Leekya,” a presentation honoring the Zuni master’s legacy.

Deborah Slaney, curator of history for the Albuquerque Museum of Art and History, will lead the lecture in anticipation of the museum’s exhibit on Leekya and his family, which debuts in June.

The free event runs from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Community Building (Maitland Hall) at The Good Shepherd of the Hills Episcopal Church, 6502 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek. For more information, visit azarchsoc.wildapricot.org.

IRS warns of scam targeting deaf and hard of hearing Just when you thought con artists couldn’t get any more nefarious, they’re now trying to swindle deaf and hard of

hearing people by pretending to be the IRS. According to a recent warning from the real IRS, these phony tax collectors are contacting deaf people on the video relay service (VRS) to demand financial information and payment.

The scammers are playing on people’s inherent trust in VRS, which uses real-time sign language interpreters.

However, VRS interpreters do not screen calls for validity, so people should not automatically trust them, the IRS warns.

The real IRS never demands instant payment, never asks for debit or credit card numbers over the phone, and never threatens people with immediate arrest. If you receive a suspicious call from an “alternative tax” collector, report the incident to the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration at 800-366-4484.

Peoria retirement community supports next generation of students This spring, retirees at the Plaza del Rio community in Peoria gave back to their dedicated young employees – to the tune of $11,550.

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Easter fashion show funds charities Break out the floral frocks, the beribboned bonnets and the pastel pumps. On April 8, the Our Lady of Lourdes Fashion Show features an “Easter Parade” theme, showcasing clothing from Calle Rose, plus accessories, jewelry and hats. Dressing rooms will be set up at the event site, Briarwood Country Club, so you can try before you buy.

All proceeds from the sartorial sales, the luncheon and the raffle will benefit the many charities supported by the women’s guild at Our Lady of Lourdes, a Catholic church in Sun City West. For reservations, call Jean Green at 623-824-9817 or Rosemary Dougherty at 623-584-2327.

Sun City West residents bank on… new bank In January, Western State Bank opened its newest location in Sun City West at 19440 N. RH Johnson Blvd., its second location in the Sun City area.

The bank offers a full array of financial services including retail, business and mortgage lending.

Focusing on a “hometown bank experience,” Western State Bank is a 114-year-old, employee-owned company with locations in Arizona and North Dakota. “We look forward to introducing our community banking philosophy to meet the financial needs of new business and residential customers in Sun City West,” says Andy Strand, president of Western State Bank.

Seniors can catch a Lyft with new ride-share options Since 2012, Scottsdale-based Envoy America has been matching seniors with driver companions who take them to doctor appointments, grocery stores

and more, staying with them and giving them the assistance they need. Recently, the company partnered with Lyft, Uber’s upstart ride-sharing competitor, to provide traditional curb-to-curb ride-sharing in addition to door-todoor accompanied transportation.

Lyft Concierge will provide services through Envoy America’s platform, allowing seniors to make multiple assisted stops with drivers specially trained to interact with elders. For more information, visit envoyamerica. com. To schedule an appointment, call Envoy America at 888-375-5558.

New health insurance website caters to the Over 50s AARP has teamed up with Connecture to spearhead a first-ofits-kind insurance shopping website designed exclusively for people age 50 and over. The AARP Direct Select site will offer AARP members and nonmembers a range of health insurance plans including Medicare, as well as life, home and auto insurance.

Powered by Connecture – which offers customized health insurance shopping – the system will guide people through a comparison and purchasing process tailored to their specific needs and financial situation. For more information, visit advantages.aarp. org/en/healthcare-insurance/directselect.html.

True Concord receives $500,000 gift from local philanthropist True Concord Voices & Orchestra announced it has received a $500,000 gift from philanthropist Dorothy Dyer Vanek. The funds will support five new commissioned works to be recorded over the next five years. “This is a game changer. Dorothy’s gift has positioned True Concord to be an American leader in the creation and recording of new works by some of the world’s best composers,” said True Concord Music Director and founder Eric Holtan. Dorothy Dyer Vanek has been a supporter of True Concord for the past 10 years. Holtan says her support “has been transformational in bringing True Concord onto the world’s stage as America’s premier chamber choir and orchestra.” The Tucson-based organization garnered two Grammy nominations for its 2015 album, “Far in the Heavens.”

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The 55s Get a Youthful Vibe Arizona’s 55+ communities are facing challenges from new generations of retirees looking for neighborhoods more engaged than isolated. Can the industry adapt?

By Jimmy Magahern

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ary and John Cooper, both in their late 70s, are finally downsizing, after living for years in a 7,000-square-foot home in Silverleaf, a luxury community in North Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve.

They’re not retiring – the Coopers passed that phase when they moved to Phoenix 20 years ago, originally settling in Desert Mountain, the private gated community in the Sonoran Desert northeast of Carefree. But all that peace and quiet quickly grew too sedate for Mary. “That’s in the middle of nowhere, as far as I’m concerned,” she says.

They moved about 15 miles south to Silverleaf, into a sprawling home that eventually became too big. “With all the maintenance and the landscaping,” Mary says, “it was just a little much.”

Finally they heard about Optima Kierland, a $300 million, 12-story, four-tower condo going up across from Kierland Commons near Scottsdale Airpark. “We got very excited about it,” Cooper says. “We got in very early, so we were able to get up on the 11th floor. We combined four units, so it’s

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about 4,000 square feet – still pretty big.

But we still want that big expanse. And we’re going to be facing west, toward the Westin Kierland golf course. We want to see the sunsets from up there.”

They may both be nearing 80, but the active couple has little interest in moving into a retirement community.

“We like to be around younger people,” Cooper explains. “We like to walk and see the young kids splashing in the pool. It makes us feel younger.”

Cooper says the Optima’s location, overlooking Kierland Commons and the Scottsdale Quarter shopping districts, as well as the Westin Kierland golf course, puts all the amenities of your average 55+ community within easy walking distance. “We’re going to join a golf club over at the Westin Kierland, and it won’t take us long to get to the golf course,” she says. “And we eat out every night of the week, so we can just go downstairs, walk across the street and have our choice of restaurants.”

The Coopers are a prime example of a new type of retirees that experts who study senior issues are seeing: older

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adults who, instead of relocating to agerestricted master-planned communities, are flocking to high-density urban areas surrounded by amenities and activities, along with a multi-generational mix of neighbors. Ironically, they are seeking the same type of live-work-play environment trending with Millennials and young professionals.

Not far from the Optima Kierland, another mid-rise luxury condo tower, the Overture Kierland by developer Greystar, is being built specifically for the 55+ demographic, with its marketing materials targeting “older adults seeking a resort-style living environment within close proximity to the retail and dining opportunities of Kierland Commons.”

Neither the Overture nor Optima will offer the medical-type services residents find at a continuing care retirement community, with independent and assisted living sections to serve residents’ changing health and social needs as they age. However, the Overture’s plans call for “resident-focused health services,” such as a fitness center and classes on healthy living, and may also feature

“limited medical.”

But these new retirees exhibit little concern. “We’re not worried about assistive care yet,” Cooper says. “We figure we’ll get that when we need it.

And a lot of times you can just get your own care. You don’t need to live in a place where there’s nurses and doctors and healthcare facilities all around. We don’t need that – not yet. And if we do, we’ll just move on.”

Traditional still appeals Arizona has a rich history as a retirement destination, largely due to its climate and relatively low cost of living.

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A year later, Del Webb would build Sun City, which solidified the image of the 55+ community for the rest of the world: blankets of glued-down pea gravel front yards that simulated lawns without the maintenance, and cardigandoffed residents driving golf carts down quiet streets. The Sun City brand, now part of Pulte Homes, expanded to all corners of the Greater Phoenix area: Sun City West was built in the late ’70s, Sun City Grand was added in the late ’90s, followed by Sun City Anthem in 1999 and Sun City Festival in 2006.

Other developers launched variations on the concept, eventually growing the number of retirement communities in Arizona to nearly 70, with about 30 in the Phoenix area alone.

Now it appears tastes are changing, with many retiring Boomers rejecting the isolated master-planned community concept that was, in itself, a “rejection of the outer world,” as LIFE magazine described Sun City in a 1970 article.

Are traditional 55+ communities facing obsolescence, confronted by these new preferences among older adults for living environments more plugged into the walkable, energetic surroundings favored by the youth?

Another trend threatening the future of retirement communities is the growing phenomenon of naturally occurring retirement communities (NORCs, for short) – neighborhoods where residents simply stay put long enough that eventually everyone on the block is in their 70s and older. This prompts a need for healthcare-related services that

pop up around the neighborhood in the form of CVS MinuteClinics and more specialized walk-in treatment centers.

But representatives for Arizona’s top master-planned community developers – Robson, Pulte, Shea Homes, Statesman Group and DMB, among others – insist the future of 55+ communities continues to look healthy.

“We’re seeing that trend [toward walkable urban centers],” acknowledges Carolyn Morrison, senior VP of sales for Robson Resort Communities, which owns and operates five 55+ developments between the Phoenix and Tucson areas. “But our communities offer a unique lifestyle component, a little more exclusive, where it’s ‘for them.’ Where the residents are not sharing those amenities with everyone around them. So when they’re going to the fitness center, they’re not sharing that with everybody else. Which is the very reason they move to our neighborhoods: because it’s ‘their’ time.

The reason why people like country club living is they enjoy the social aspect of living around neighbors of a similar age with similar interests.”

Paul Fuchs, an 82-year-old resident of SaddleBrooke One north of Tucson, agrees that the best thing about living in an age-restricted community is being around others who’ve arrived at the same station in life. “People here come from different parts of the country and the world, and from all walks of life,” he says. “But here, we’re all on equal footing. Everybody seems to blend.

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55+ ...continued from page 14 is that virtually everyone who lives here was successful in their life at some point in time, and they’ve all relocated. It’s a community feeling you get that you don’t get if you just move into a city or town by yourself.”

Fuchs, a former lab worker for 3M in Minnesota who considers himself a handyman and mechanical troubleshooter, says residents of 55+ communities benefit from their neighbors’ years of experience.

“They’ve been successful in their own careers, and their careers are very diverse – from medical doctors to plumbers. So you have a lot of seasoned experts in a lot of fields.”

Some residents of active adult enclaves still enjoy the more relaxed lifestyle the concept has always promised. “It’s quiet, and just more geared toward adults,” says Rebekah Sundin, a resident of Robson Ranch Arizona in Eloy, between Tucson and Phoenix. Sundin and her husband, a pastor, moved from Washington state about three years ago to start a church, and they enjoy being among like-aged adults who share old-fashioned values.

“If you want to be around family and maintain a busy lifestyle, that’s great,” Sundin says. “But if you like a little quiet and the feeling of being outside of the big cities, this is the place.”

Some 55+ communities, like the popular Victory at Verrado agerestricted district within the all-ages community of Verrado near Buckeye, recreate a kind of Mayberry feel with a small Main Street and home architecture based on early 20thcentury design. But many more stick with a luxury resort environment and let the residents create that neighborly vibe through social interactions, from

pickleball to pottery making.

“It’s kind of a return to that home town feeling, but with an upscale lifestyle,” Morrison says. “They get to know the folks that they’re in the community with, so that they’re not just residents, they’re neighbors. And it’s a great feeling when they can say hello to each other and wave to each other. They get to know their neighbors again.”

Party people Not every older adult needs to move into a multi-generational urban center to experience energy and dynamism.

Deb Chiaramonte, a resident of Trilogy at Encanterra, the 55+ district that’s part of the all-ages Encanterra development in San Tan Valley, says she and her husband, Bob, both in their 60s, find plenty of what she calls “pulse” in their community. “We’re originally from New York, and we moved out to Fountain Hills about 18 years ago,” says the ebullient Italian from Long Island.

“But Bob and I both wanted to be more active.” When their son and daughterin-law moved from Chandler to Power Ranch, the Chiaramontes found a nearby adult community in Encanterra.

Immediately they hit it off with the residents. “This community is just fabulous,” Chiaramonte says. “We’ve made more friends here in a year and a half than we did in 17 years in Fountain Hills. This shouldn’t be called a 55-plus community. It should be called the party district! I mean, it’s crazy. Every night there’s something going on, or someone’s having a party.

Just to celebrate nothing. ‘Oh, today’s Thursday. Let’s have a party!’”

Fuchs finds a similar energy in SaddleBrooke One, and he has a theory.

“People who move to these communities are extroverted, because they’re looking to meet new friends,” he says. “So it’s extremely easy to find things to do and

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Deb Chiaramonte lives at Trilogy at Encanterra.

people to do them with.”

It helps that the properties offer tons of social activities, along with fitness centers, walking trails and, lately, more patio bars and gathering places.

“We just put about $448,000 into our patio, which now has an outdoor bar and grill,” says Vivian Timian, general manager of SaddleBrooke One, whose 2,061 home sites overlook the Santa Catalina Mountains. Since the property holds the unique distinction of being run by the residents with seven volunteer board members, Timian says they can satisfy their neighborhood’s wishes faster. “If we want to have a project, we can move on it right away.

We don’t have to run things through a

corporate office.”

Encanterra even stages concerts with top-tier musical acts Boomers know from their wilder days. This year the community hosts its seventh annual Good Life Festival, headlining Lynyrd Skynyrd in March and Kenny Loggins and Michael McDonald in April.

“The festival is open to the public, and we usually get about 5,500 people attending,” says Encanterra’s general manager, Brian Beard. “But the largest segment is usually our residents who are in their mid-50s into their 60s.”

For the residents, the concerts are clearly one more excuse to party. “Our idea is that life doesn’t wind down after 55,” Beard says. “It gets better.”

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he Baby Boomer generation has rewritten the playbook on aging, and true to form, they’re approaching retirement with the same enthusiasm.

Many Boomers are looking forward to the next chapter of their lives – one that begins with updating their homes to reflect an active lifestyle.

According to AARP, 87 percent of adults age 65 and over want to stay in their current homes and communities as they age. As a result, they want to add comfort and style to their homes, but at the same time seek ways to make their residences more “age-friendly” by improving lighting, making bathrooms easier to navigate, replacing doorknobs with lever handles and tossing out slippery throw rugs.

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Some home improvement projects require the help of a licensed contractor. A good place to start is by contacting the Arizona Registrar of Contractors (roc.az.gov), a state agency that monitors complaints and investigations, as well as offers tips on hiring a reputable licensed contractor.

A recent study done by the Department of Housing and Development shows that homeowners age 55 and over account for nearly half of total home improvement spending today.

Updating or remodeling the kitchen is a popular trend among foodie Baby Boomers who plan to stay in their homes for a while. Replacing aging appliances provides energy savings, as well as increased efficiency; and updating floors, countertops and cabinets fosters a more inviting atmosphere for cooking and gathering with family and friends.

If you plan on spending more time entertaining, you also might want to beef up the backyard with a built-in barbecue and new patio furniture. You may even opt for installing a hot tub, which has the added benefit of easing muscle tension and encouraging relaxation.

Now is the time to think about home improvement, whether large or small, to complement an active lifestyle. As Abraham Lincoln once said, “And in the end, it’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years.”

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The Palazzo Rental community implements a $5 million renovation

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The Palazzo is answering Baby Boomers’ call for more spacious living quarters and enriching activities.

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f someone you know is thinking about making the move to a senior living community, tell them to check out The Palazzo, a warm and welcoming rental community that offers a full continuum of care from independent and assisted living to skilled nursing and memory care.

The Palazzo is implementing a $5 million renovation that will touch almost every corner of the buildings and grounds.

When new owners took over last May, they replaced the roof, refreshed the stucco and painted the exterior to give the building a fresh look, according to The Palazzo’s marketing director, Mark Aronauer.

Now in the works, the independent living apartments are getting new carpet and paint, as well as the most up-to-date kitchen appliances, cabinets and granite countertops. The apartments will be expanded, and prospective residents can choose from one or two bedroom options. The assisted living quarters will also be refreshed and will get a new activity room and updated nursing stations.

The renovation also includes painting community hallways, plus installing ADAapproved hardwood laminate flooring and LED lighting.

But the biggest changes are taking place in the common areas, Aronauer says. The lobby and Main Street, a place where residents congregate, is getting a complete makeover that includes knocking down a couple of walls and raising ceilings to open

up space and bring in more natural light.

Also on deck: a grill, gelato shop and bar where residents and their guests can order a burger, eat a sundae or grab a drink.

The Palazzo’s outdoor grass courtyard area will also be updated. New additions include adding shuffleboard and bocce ball courts, a putting green and several gazebos so residents can sit with their children and grandchildren and enjoy the peaceful setting, read a book or practice yoga.

The Palazzo offers a full complement of activities for its residents, from coffee gatherings and bingo games to musical performances and discussions on current events.

They also sponsor off-property movie, dining and museum outings.

Jewish Family & Children’s Services operates a senior center on the premises and provides enriching activities for the community as well as for Palazzo residents.

As the Baby Boomer generation ages, senior living communities are adapting to a different mindset – one that includes a desire for more spacious living quarters and an emphasis on physical activities, Aronauer says.

When seniors move into The Palazzo, whether they’re from the World War II generation or the Baby Boomer cohort, they can look forward to a full continuum of care if they need it down the road, Aronauer says. “Our community is very personalized on all levels.”

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In Search of the Elusive Devils Hole Pupfish

By Ed Boitano, Travel editor

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he blistering Southern California sun blazed down on our car as we skirted across the Mojave Desert.

Deeper and deeper we drove into the barren landscape, where all forms of precipitation had been sucked dry by centuries of unforgiving heat and aridity. With my brother behind the wheel, I stared out the window at scorching valleys, dry lake beds and multicolored rock layers. We must be crazy, I thought, as we approached the hottest, driest and lowest point in the U.S. With summer temperatures regularly hitting 120 degrees, the 3 million acres of wilderness known as Death Valley National Park is the habitat of only the most resilient plants and animals – life forms that have adapted to this cruel environment.

The Timbisha Shoshone people have made Death Valley their home for centuries, spending the winters in the valley and the summers in the snow-capped mountains. My memory raced back to the TV series “Death Valley Days,” featuring teamsters that drove 20 mule teams through this godless terrain transporting borax. That was a period when men were men. But I figured that if the Timbisha Shoshone people and the teamsters could take this harsh landscape, then so could we.

Granted, our mode of transportation – a 2010 fully-equipped, air conditioned sedan – would make our visit a slightly different experience. But who were we to quibble with trivialities?

As the sign post for Death Valley came into sight, my brother took an abrupt turn the other direction. We had another important destination to hit first – a destination few humans have ever encountered: the home of the elusive Devils Hole pupfish.

Fish Story The Devils Hole pupfish (Cyprinodon diabolis) is among the 13 known species of pupfish. The various subspecies of pupfish serve as evidence that a series of prehistoric desert lakes were once interconnected. When the Pleistocene lakes evaporated approximately 10,000 years ago, the pupfish were isolated from one another, where they adapted to their new environment, creating a series of unique subspecies.

The Devils Hole pupfish are the most well-known of the pupfish and also the smallest, at an average length of just 3/4 of an inch. Their only habitat is in the 93-degree waters of Devils Hole, located within the Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge in southern Nevada – approximately 90 miles northwest of Las Vegas – a detached unit of Death Valley National Park. They are constantly on the verge of extinction; natural threats from flash floods to earthquakes have been known to disrupt their fragile ecosystem, but the major threat has been groundwater depletion due to agricultural irrigation. In May 2009, the National Park Service announced the latest count of Devils Hole pupfish ranged from 56 to 83 fish.

After a couple of dusty wrong turns, we decided it was time to give the map another look.

To our surprise, we realized we might have driven past their desolate habitat without noticing it. We backtracked to a barely legible sign post, which announced we had arrived. There was not another soul around for miles. We noticed a small chain-link fence at the

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After adjusting our eyes from the glaring sun, we peered through the protective chain-link fence. The Devils Hole pupfish’s entire world is a 6.6foot by 13-foot rock-bound, spring-fed limestone hole, approximately 400 feet deep. They were beautiful creatures.

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“But will they be around next year?”

I asked my brother.

“Will we be around?” he replied.

“Life is fleeting, and someday our own species may be extinct.” We looked at each other and smiled. It was a brother to brother moment of bonding. We had shared something unique and special, something we will never forget. Now it was time to hit the spring-fed swimming pool at Furnace Creek Ranch.

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Story by Andrea Gross; photographs by Irv Green I’ve been aboard the ship one hour when a fellow passenger spots orcas off to the left, and three hours when the captain sees humpbacks swimming 100 yards to the right. The next morning, a bald eagle soars overhead while I’m eating breakfast.

For someone who grew up in places where a neighborhood park was considered a wilderness area, Alaska is an alternate universe.

My husband and I are aboard the Island Spirit, a 32-passenger ship that’s one of the smallest commercial vessels to ply the Inside Passage. During a nine-day outing, we weave into small inlets that are off-limits to larger vessels, visit a limestone grotto that’s hidden in a fairytale forest, and hike to a rocky glacier fronted by a field of grass and wildflowers.

What we don’t do is check email (no Wi-Fi), use our cell phone (no cell service) or give two hoots about the state of the world. We are wonderfully, blissfully disconnected.

Before we left home, we made a Bucket List of Alaskan must-sees. Number 1: bears.

Along with six other passengers, we take a sturdy skiff to a narrow stream that’s bridged by a small waterfall. The driver turns off the motor. After about five minutes, a bear ambles out of the forest, walks to a rock and stares into the stream. He’s a picky one, evidently not too hungry, because although the water is polka-dotted with salmon, he merely makes a few halfhearted attempts to catch one and then

wanders away.

We cross number 1 off our Bucket List and concentrate on number 2: whales.

With the flexibility offered by a small ship, the captain can alter course based on whim, weather or, as we soon learn, whales.

He steers the boat to a large group of the giant mammals – not just any whales but huge humpbacks engaged in bubble net feeding, a ritual that involves surrounding small fish (usually herring) with a “net” of bubbles, pushing the trapped bait to the surface and dance-leaping out of the water to devour their catch. It is, for me, the highlight of the trip. I give it a Bucket List star.

Of course, we also see other marine creatures – sun starfish, a sea lion trying to climb a buoy, a variety of iridescent jellyfish, and sea anemones that shimmer like glass sculptures.

Bucket List number 2 – check. We move on to number 3: small towns.

After a quick stop in Tenakee Springs, a tiny community of fewer than 100 people, we dock in the fishing village of Petersburg (population 2,000). The town is out of reach for big-ship travelers, but small ship visits provide enough tourists to support a three-block-long Main Street that includes a top-notch bookstore, a hardware store that has morphed into a full general store selling everything from bear-themed socks to seven-legged crab magnets, and a bar that offers beer, pool, music and painting classes – all at the same time.

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Our final Bucket List item: wilderness.

It’s early morning when we board the skiff for the ride to Dawes Glacier. The sky is gloriously blue, the temperature chillingly cold. I pull up my scarf to cover my face, and then I hear it – the sounds of crashing ice. Large chunks of ice are breaking off the end of the glacier and splashing into the water. In other words, the glacier is calving, or birthing, icebergs.

But it isn’t until that afternoon when we reach Ford’s Terror that we experience Alaskan-style wilderness. The secluded fjord is guarded by a narrow channel that can only be traversed at specific times and by very small ships. The Island Spirit is one of the few – if not only – commercial ships to overnight in Ford’s Terror. I can’t decide whether to be thrilled by the area’s beauty or terrified by our isolation, as was Ford, the naval surveyor whose adventure gave the inlet its name.

The following morning we awaken to a universe of complete solitude. The water is calm, the trees high, the clouds low and the air misty following an overnight rain.

We spend the day exploring the area by kayak and skiff. The mist adds to the magic, and we’re reluctant to return to the ship. But the captain has reminded us that we have only 15 minutes when the waters will be calm enough for us to safely exit the fjord. Otherwise, we’ll be trapped by the tides for another six hours. It’s tempting, to be sure, but we all have planes to catch.

Our Bucket List is complete. Our Alaskan fantasy has become a reality.

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Kenny Loggins’ career has had twists and turns

By Marshall Terrill

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rammy artist Kenny Loggins is a good man.

He’s also led a pretty good life.

So it’s only fitting that he’s co-headlining The Good Life Festival at Encanterra in San Tan Valley with Michael McDonald in April.

That’s two icons for the price of one – a term Loggins is only starting to get used to.

“Over these past two years, I’ve noticed the so-called ‘iconic’ has been attached to my name,” Loggins says.

“I sense a different level of awe and respect from all ages. It mostly feels good, because it has been a long road, but at times it can be a little irritating and make it difficult to make deeper connections and friendships.

“But I’m not complaining.”

Nor should he. Loggins has earned the title with 12 platinum albums, multiple awards and songs on almost all the Billboard charts.

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He wrote his first song at 17, and his first hits, “Danny’s Song” and “House at Pooh Corner,” a year later while still in high school. “They kind of poured out effortlessly,” Loggins said. “The innocence of youth.”

In his early 20s, he formed Loggins & Messina with Jim Messina, a former member of Buffalo Springfield and Poco. The duo released a studio album every year from 1971 to 1976, and sold 16 million records.

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rushed period it was best to take things slow. “I learned that I could perform under pressure, and that it was better if I didn’t,” Loggins says. “Unless something huge was happening in my life to draw from, I found it was better to take my time and gather more experiences before writing an entire album or CD.” His first album, 1977’s “Celebrate Me Home,” coincided with Fleetwood Mac’s legendary “Rumors,” and he was an opening act on that tour, going from playing clubs to arenas almost overnight. It could have been a daunting task for any artist, but Loggins was inspired.

“I learned a lot by having to work past the first 20 rows of Stevie Nicks fans,” Loggins quips.

Speaking of Nicks, he credits the songbird with helping to launch his solo career when she sang co-lead vocals on 1978’s Top 5 smash “Whenever I Call You Friend” on his “Nightwatch” album.

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He kept the momentum going when he pulled up for a songwriting session at Michael McDonald’s house and heard the opening melody of “What a Fool Believes.”

“I was unloading my guitar from the trunk of my car and I could hear Michael going over his song ideas through an open front door,” Loggins recalls. “He played the melody of the first eight bars and stopped suddenly.

But my imagination kept going on into the bridge. I knocked on the door, we said hi, shook hands, and then I said, ‘Play that little piece you were just playing. I have an idea of how the next part goes.’ So, I like to say that we were writing together before we met.”

The pair won the Best Song Grammy in 1979. The following year they picked up a second Grammy for “This Is It,” off Loggins’ album “Keep the Fire.”

The hits kept coming, including “I’m Alright” from 1980’s “Caddyshack,” the title song from “Footloose” and “Danger Zone” from “Top Gun.” With his iconic status firmly cemented, the only running he does these days is from the recording studio to stage.

“I feel very lucky that this is the way I make my living, and not a lot of people can say that,” Loggins says. “I’ve been lucky that I love what I do and I get to keep doing it.”

And that’s a pretty good life.

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March 1 Wednesday East Valley Friends and Neighbors, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., Grace United Methodist Church, 2024 E. University Dr., Mesa, 480-828-5146, evfanaz.org, evfanaz@gmail.com. Call for charge. A non-religious and non-partisan group, East Valley Friends and Neighbors welcomes East Valley residents who wish to get acquainted with others and to participate in social, educational and charitable activities.

March 2 Thursday Bosom Buddies of Arizona Breast Cancer Support Group, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., La Quinta Inn and Suites, 16321 N. 83rd Ave., Peoria, 623872-8135, bosombuddies-az.org. Free.

Spring Out to Lunch Concert Series, 12:30 p.m., Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa, 480644-6500, mesaartscenter.com. Free. Reign-NCountry performs.

March 3 Friday Tour D’Artistes, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Fountain Hills, 480-837-5593, fountainhillsartleague.com.

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March 4 Saturday The Concordia Choir, 7:30 p.m., Pinnacle Presbyterian Church, 25150 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale, 800-838-3006, concordiatickets.com. Call for ticket prices. The Concordia Choir from Concordia College in Minnesota will perform this concert as part of the choir’s 15-day national tour. The 72-voice a capella choir is conducted by René Clausen.

March 5 Sunday The Concordia Choir, 3 p.m., American Lutheran Church, 17200 N. Del Webb Blvd., Sun City, 800838-3006, concordiatickets.com. Call for ticket prices. The Concordia Choir from Concordia College in Minnesota will perform this concert as part of the choir’s 15-day national tour. The 72-voice a capella choir is conducted by René Clausen. ...continues on page 29 www.lovinlifeafter50.com

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Medicare Informational Workshop, 1:30 p.m.2:15 p.m., Phoenix Public Library – Juniper Branch, 1825 W. Union Hills Dr., Phoenix, 602-534-3900, phoenixpubliclibrary.org. Free. This 45-minute presentation covers everything you need to know about Medicare.

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March 14 Tuesday Sunland Village East Sensational Tappers, 7 p.m., Sunland Village East Auditorium, 2145 S. Farnsworth Dr., Mesa, 480-357-9621. $8. The Sensational Tappers senior dance group presents “Do You Remember,” a show of tap dancing, clogging and jazz.

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Age 50 and Older Basketball, 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., Villanueva Gym at Hollyhock at Ironwood, Surprise, 502298-5264. Call for charge.

Spice of Life Variety Show, 7 p.m., Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler, 480-7822720, chandlercenter.org. $8. Acts will include singing, dancing, musical performances and comedy from more than 40 performers of diverse backgrounds, all age 50 and older.

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March 25 Saturday Falcon Field Airport Open House, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Falcon Field Park, 4636 E. Fighter Aces Dr., Mesa, 480-644-2450, falconfieldairport.com. Free; canned food donations will be accepted for United Food Bank.

Falcon Field’s annual fete includes vintage warbirds, flight simulators, classic cars and a model railroad.

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Macarons! How they got to be such a huge craze, I’m not sure. But something had to be “the next” when the cupcake craze started slowing, and French macarons were in the right place at the right time!

I can tell you how it all started for me. It was my 11-year-old niece, Julia, who came running into my kitchen with her “Beginner’s Macaron Kit.” Of course I saw it as another opportunity to be the kind of Auntie that I always wanted as a little girl, with that “yes-we-can-do-anything-togetherand have-fun” kind of spirit. My second reaction was sheer panic. Um... macarons? As in French macarons? As in extremely-tricky-most-people-failat-first macarons? But... never let ’em see you sweat – and this would be a great time to put that philosophy into practice. Could I really let Julia down?

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FRENCH MACARONS Ingredients: - 4.5 oz. almond flour or almond powder (approx. 1 cup plus 3 tablespoons) - 8 oz. powdered sugar (2 cups) - 4.5 oz. egg whites, room temperature (4 large eggs) - 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar - 1/8 teaspoon salt - 2 oz. fine granulated sugar Directions: In a food processor, combine almond powder and powdered sugar and blend to obtain a fine powder.

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a simpler version, and I found it. So here’s the big picture. There are only five ingredients in French macarons, so that’s not the challenge. It’s the technique that’s a bit tricky. But these gorgeous gourmet treats are worth the effort. Especially for Julia. egg whites. Using a silicon or plastic spatula, gently fold mixture until almond powder and egg whites are fully incorporated. Mixture is done when it is smooth, shiny and slightly runny (like a cake batter). Do not mix beyond this point. If using a coloring or flavor, it must be done at this point.

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Important!: Set baking sheet on counter for about 30 minutes at room temperature until a slight crust develops over macarons.

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Long Slow Ride

Drummer Roger Earl gets his fix with Foghat

By Marshall Terrill

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ritish rocker Roger Earl admits that after all these years, he’s still under the influence of a powerful narcotic – music.

“I never got wasted before a show, but mind you, I played with a few hangovers,” the legendary drummer and co-founder of Foghat says. “That’s not entirely a lot of fun, especially playing drums.

“Music is enough fun on its own. Music is a drug. Once you start it and it gets in your blood, you can’t stop. I’m a fortunate individual being able to do something I can enjoy, and I’m not sure if precious is the right word, but it’s something close to that.”

The 70-year-old Earl spoke from his Florida recording studio, Boogie Motel South, to promote Foghat’s concert at Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino.

Formed in 1971, Foghat has earned one platinum, one double-platinum and eight gold records. The band’s 1975 hit,

“Slow Ride,” is considered one of the 100 greatest rock tunes.

“The whole song literally came from a jam, and when it became an actual song, it hardly changed at all,” Earl recalls. “When we recorded it in the studio in Vermont, about halfway through the song when we get to the middle break, the power went out. When we came back a week later, we played the tape and picked it up where we left off and finished the end part.”

The band was no one-hit wonder, and its blend of British blues and rock made Foghat a mainstay of 1970s FM. “We never tried to analyze what we did, and the only message we had for our fans was to ‘boogie,’” Earl says.

“We’re a rock ‘n’ roll band, and our only duties are to play as best as we can and to entertain our fans.”

While the band’s popularity tapered off in the early 1980s, Foghat has seen an uptick in the last decade thanks to clas-

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sic rock radio, movie soundtracks, TV commercials and “Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock,” which features “Slow Ride.” The (Special to Lovin’ Life After 50) game introduced a British rocker Roger Earl mans the drums for Foghat. younger generation of fans to Foghat.

“At my age, what am I going to do? Sit “We have lots of people in their late teens, twenties and thirties coming to around and twiddle my thumbs or play our shows,” Earl says. “Most of the drums in a rock ‘n’ roll band?” Earl says. young folks that I talk to say that either “I think the second option sounds much their older siblings or parents turned more reasonable, don’t you?” them onto us.”

Not one to rest on its laurels, Foghat continues to produce new music. Last Where: Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino’s year, the band released “Under the InOvations Live Showroom, 5040 Wild Horse fluence,” a 12-track recording that was Pass Boulevard, Chandler three years in the making. Three more When: Saturday, March 11, 8 p.m.

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Loretta Swit of ‘M*A*S*H’ paints to help animals O

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n screen, she amused TV audiences as feisty nurse Maj. Margaret Houlihan for 11 seasons in the highly acclaimed late 1970s/early 1980s comedy war drama, “M*A*S*H.” But away from the cameras, Loretta Swit surrounded herself with paintbrushes and watercolors instead of scalpels and plasma.

A collection of her paintings appears in “SWITHEART – The Watercolour Artistry & Animal Activism of Loretta Swit” (see switheart.com).

Published in January, “SWITHEART” is written by Mies Hora with the full support and participation of Swit, who provided dozens of images for the book. Proceeds will help fund programs dear to the TV legend’s heart.

“I’ve always used my artwork to support charities,” said Swit, from her home in Manhattan. “We plan to help many animals from the book sales.”

Swit, who turned 79 last November, said she has always dabbled in art.

“As a child, my mother was forever telling me to go outside and play, but I wanted to just sit at the table with

my sketchpad and pencils and doodle away,” she recalled.

The animal world has also always been a part of hers.

“My parents said even when I was just a tot in a carriage and I’d see a dog, I would get all red in the face, giggly, and yell out ‘doggie, doggie, doggie!’ and wouldn’t stop,” she said with a laugh.

While she can still turn red at the sight of an animal, these days it’s triggered by witnessing animal abuse of any kind.

“A fur coat represents the death of 80 animals,” she said in a horrified tone.

“Fake fur has come a long way. It’s twice as warm and just as beautiful – if not more so – than real fur. I have two of them, and they’re so realistic I wear a button to say it’s fake!”

Swit’s love of animals was known to “M*A*S*H” writers, who incorporated it into the season six episode “Images,” in which her character develops a fondness for a stray dog in the camp.

“The dog gets killed by a Jeep, and Margaret ends up in tears, partly because of the dog but also because the story is woven into the stress of working in a wartime O.R. The writers

knew about my animal activism and brilliantly used it to develop Margaret’s character.”

“M*A*S*H” was one of the most celebrated TV shows, and Swit said it didn’t take long to realize she was involved with a special series.

“The realization was really from the outside-in at first,” she recalled.

“I would go out to do interviews and from people’s response learned how important the show was becoming.

The genius of ‘M*A*S*H’ was the brilliant writing that was always different, fresh and unexpected. Our tight-knit ensemble could transform the scripts into stories that were funny and entertaining and yet touching and profound.”

During production, Swit used her artistic talents to express her affection for the cast.

“I did drawings of the guys and presented each with one as a Christmas gift,” she said. “Art is just something I did and probably took it for granted for a long time. While I never took any lessons, others have given me advice and helped me to grow as an artist over the years, and I talk about that in the book.”

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But much of her art always focused on animals and nature because, she says, “I love my subjects so much.”

“Perhaps I see animals in a different way because I have so much passion for my activism,” she added. “I’m doing anything I can to better their lives.”

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March’s best-known holiday is, of course, St. Patrick’s Day, March 17.

“The Ides of March” (March 15) is famous as the day on which Julius Caesar was assassinated.

Among the commemorative days of the month, March 3 contains so many it’s not possible to list them all. March 3 is, among many other things, National Anthem Day, Employee Appreciation Day, and “If Pets Had Thumbs Day.” March 14 is National Pi Day, because 3.14 are the first three digits describing the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter. You could spend the day figuring out the number to its 10,000th digit. Or you could simply enjoy slices of apple, peach and chocolate cream pi(e).

March 15 is “Everything You Think is Wrong Day,” a marvelous opportunity to consider the fact that, if everything you think is wrong, then it follows that the thought, “Everything you think is wrong,” must be wrong – meaning that everything you think is right.

March 22 is National Goof Off Day, so you can stay home, watch “Leave It to Beaver” re-runs, and eat pi(e) leftover from last week.

Finally, March 26 is “Make Up Your Own Holiday Day.” I will be celebrating my invention, “National What Happens to the Second Sock When Only One is Left in the Dryer? Day.” How well-acquainted are you with the traditions and historical occurrences of March?

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The third weekend of February commemorates Four U.S. presidents were born in March, 2 the margarita.

3including the only one to be married in the White House. What was that president’s 3The1990.Soviet Union dissolved in February of birthday? famous youth organization was founded March 12, 1912?

4What 4Julius Caesar declared the first Leap Day. presidential Day substitutes for the mid2000?

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Spring has Sprung: Seize the Season

By Bob Roth, Managing Partner of Cypress HomeCare Solutions

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s the glorious weather precedes the spring equinox, refrains of “This is why we live here” can be heard throughout the Valley of the Sun. For Phoenicians, amnesia is bliss, as we repress all memory of those triple-digit days. Knowing how precious time and the mild temperatures are, let’s celebrate spring in the garden. Grab your aging loved one, and seize the season.

The National Diabetes Education Program lists gardening as one of five ways older adults can be more physically active. Studies show that with an average gardening time of 60 minutes and an average heart rate of 98, it is possible for older adults to meet physical activity recommendations through gardening. Gardening not only promotes mobility but can also promote flexibility and encourages the use of all motor skills. Gardening can increase endurance and strength and helps prevent diseases like osteoporosis.

The physical health benefits of rolling up your sleeves and digging into Mother Earth is really the edible flower on the cake, because it is the psychological benefits that cannot be overstated. Ask any experienced gardener if the miracle of a plant blooming or a vegetable ripening ever gets old.

There is a profound sense of accomplishment when the cycle of life is so visible and rapidly completed during growing seasons or years in the garden.

Additionally, the feeling of well-being is a direct result of having a sense of control, which is often predictive of good health and a higher quality of life among the elderly. Time spent in green spaces also reduces stress levels and promotes relaxation.

Gardening makes good sense for maintaining a healthy aging brain.

The stimulation of spending time outdoors and with new or varied interests is a great way to keep the neurons firing.

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probably one of the most important psychological benefits for our aging population. Seniors who are involved with community projects and who feel a sense of purpose report better overall health and well-being.

So how does one get started on this amazing journey? Start with Horticulture Professor Google; I started with Arizona and garden club in the search window. Local nurseries such as Summerwinds and Berridge offer a variety of seminars and classes for free or nominal charges. The Scottsdale Xeriscape Garden at Chaparral Park and the Desert Botanical Garden also have abundant classes, events and learning opportunities on an expansive variety of topics.

I can’t stress enough the importance of safety and caution when embarking on activities outdoors, especially for seniors. Some physical-, mentaland age-related conditions must be considered when older people work in the garden, but they should not prevent people from enjoying the activity.

These include: • Skin – fragile, thinning skin makes older people susceptible to bumps, bruises and sunburn • Vision – poor eyesight could restrict activities • Body temperature – dehydration and heat stroke prevention • Skeletal – wear good shoes; use caution to prevent falls Garden spaces, tools and equipment can be modified or adapted to help reduce the physical stress of gardening for older people. Suggestions include: • Using vertical planting to make garden beds accessible for planting and harvesting. Try using wall and trellis spaces • Raising beds to enable people with physical restrictions to avoid bending and stooping • Using retractable hanging baskets,

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tography will still awaken your senses with appreciation for the beauty of our desert. Remember, everything – and I mean everything – ever written about promoting a healthy aging brain states the same advice: Exercise, socialize and engage in novel, challenging activities.

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One of my clients was married later in life. Her husband was difficult to be married to, but before he died he said to her, “I know I’m hard to live with, but when I’m gone, you’ll be taken care of.” He changed his will and made her the sole beneficiary. Regrettably, he neglected to change the beneficiary on his IRA account. When he died, his wife didn’t inherit his $400,000 IRA balance, because it went to the beneficiary he had listed years ago on his IRA account (another relative). There was nothing the widow could do, since the IRA beneficiary form dictated the disposition of that account, not the will.

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• Call each provider to verify that the beneficiaries they have listed in their records are correct. Additionally, if you don’t have a copy of the beneficiary form for that account in your records, ask them to mail you a copy. Keep these forms with your other estate planning documents.

• If you have multiple children listed as beneficiaries, determine what should happen with their share if – God forbid – they predecease you. Should it go to their siblings or their children? If you want their portion to pass to your grandchildren, you should use the “Per stirpes” designation.

• Submit new paperwork to update incorrect beneficiaries. Retain a copy for your records. A week after you have sent the new paperwork, call to follow up. Make sure the company has correctly changed the information in their records.

Following these simple steps will help ensure your current wishes are respected when you pass away.

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infection clears. Shingles What immunizations themostchickenpox commonly occurs in adults over the of 50. The CDC recommends one am I eligible for? age dose of Zostavax, the vaccine to prevent

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lu season has begun, if you have not done so already, it is not too late for you to receive your flu shot. In addition to the flu vaccine, there are various other immunizations that the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends. Below are some of the common vaccines readily available at your local Walgreens.

Pneumococcal Vaccine: Pneumococcal disease can include infections of the lungs, blood and membranes of the brain or spinal cord.

Although antibiotics are available for treatment, in recent years, infection causing bacteria have become more resistant to these medications. Therefore, prevention, as usual, is the best course of action. There are two vaccines, Prevnar and Pneumovax, indicated to prevent pneumococcal disease. Prevnar protects against 13 types of pneumococcal bacteria that cause most of the severe illness in children and adults while Pneumovax protects against 23 types of pneumococcal bacteria. Both Prevnar and Pneumovax should be given to every individual over the age of 65. In addition, both Prevnar and Pneumovax should also be given to adults older than age 19 with immunocompromising conditions and certain medical conditions. Another difference between the two vaccines is that individuals only need to get one dose of Prevnar throughout adulthood; whereas some individuals can get up to three Pneumovax doses. These recommendations may seem confusing and the vaccines cannot be given at the same time so it is always best to check with your doctor or pharmacist to see which pneumococcal vaccine is right for you.

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shingles, in people over the age of 60 while the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends it for people over 50 years of age. You only need to get one dose of this immunization during your lifetime. Getting this vaccine will help reduce your chances of getting shingles by 50 percent. The vaccine also decreases the pain that can occur even if one does develop shingles.

Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis Vaccine: Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a highly contagious respiratory tract infection. If an adult has pertussis the symptoms are generally milder than those of a child or infant. However, if you are around small children and infants it is important for you to obtain this vaccination to prevent the transmission of pertussis to infants. Tdap, the vaccine to prevent tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis, is recommended in all individuals over the age of 18. Only

one dose is required in adulthood.

Afterward, a Td booster, the vaccine to prevent tetanus and diphtheria, is recommended to be given every 10 years. Becoming immunized with Tdap will not only help protect you, but also any children and infants that you may have contact with on a daily basis.

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The War on Lung Disease Traditional Treatments vs Stem Cell Therapy

By Cameron Kennerly

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ar is hell, particularly when the battleground is inside your own lungs. Unfortunately, for millions of Americans, chronic lung diseases such as COPD, pulmonary fibrosis and emphysema seem to be winning that war.

Across the U.S., 6.3 percent of the adult population has been diagnosed with COPD. Worse still, since the disease’s symptoms of fatigue, coughing and shortness of breath can mimic the natural aging process, it’s estimated that another 25 million Americans are currently undiagnosed. As the third leading cause of death in the U.S. – with 730,000 COPD-related hospitalizations in 2011 alone – this a national problem, and one that is often tragically ignored.

So what are we doing about it?

Sadly, not much. Although there are a variety of traditional treatment options, these choices have their benefits and downsides. Traditional treatments

for this obstructive lung condition that causes sensations of breathlessness have included inhalers, medications and supplemental oxygen. Though these treatments can open airways, calm down aggressive symptoms, and address oxygen deprivation directly, these standard options are not without their drawbacks.

To start, these medications can be exorbitantly expensive over time – particularly for people on fixed incomes – creating situations where prescriptions are given up completely rather than forfeit the cost of another refill. In other cases, the side effects of medications can be worse than the symptoms they’re designed to combat, including weight loss or gain, nausea, headaches and dizziness. Supplemental oxygen, however, can become an anchor, reducing the mobility and quality of life of those who become tied to it.

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The development of regenerative medicine has exploded.

However, in the fight against lung disease, a breakthrough may be here to end the war.

Recently, the development of regenerative medicine (the practice of using the body’s own cells to heal itself) has exploded, allowing innovative upstarts like the Lung Institute (lunginstitute. com) to enter the fight.

Stem cell therapy involves the careful separation of stem cells (the body’s natural healing mechanism) from a patient’s blood or bone marrow, returning them into the bloodstream where they

come to rest within the lungs. Working to relieve inflammation (which opens the airways and allows easier breathing), these specialized cells may also aid in slowing disease progression.

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Just when you thought you were in the clear

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arch is a time most of us associate with pleasant things – longer days, warmer weather, more sunshine, spring training baseball. But for some, this month signifies the beginning of the dreaded allergy season. Most adults who have yet to experience the sniffling, sneezing and watery effects of allergies believe they have dodged a bullet. However, developing allergies after your children have graduated from college or while you are enjoying your retirement has become an increasingly prevalent issue.

The percentage of adults affected by allergies for the first time is quite surprising. According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, 30 percent of people experience adult-onset allergies. In addition to this, the CDC has also reported that allergies are the sixth-leading cause of chronic illness in the United States.

According to WebMD, nearly 18 million adults in the United States have hay fever or allergic rhinitis, which are caused by allergens such as pollens, weeds, grasses and molds. The number is much larger for allergies associated with things like dust mites, dogs and cats. These numbers are at an all-time high and continue to rise. Medical experts have yet to nail down a reason more adults are being affected by allergies, but they have some ideas.

Everyday Health states that most theories attribute the rise of adult-onset allergies to more airborne pollutants, rising dust mite populations, poor ventilation in buildings, dietary factors and sedentary lifestyles. Another theory is one we are all too familiar with – the hygiene hypothesis, which posits that the more sanitary the environment, the less people are exposed to bacteria, which increases their susceptibility to allergies.

Allergies develop when your immune system fails to identify an allergen. Allergens then trigger the immune system cells to release specific chemicals, like histamine, the chemical responsible for hustling whatever that “bad” is out of your body.

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Allergies have also been proven to impact your hearing, causing what is called conductive hearing loss. This condition results from blockage (either fluid or wax) in the ear preventing sound waves from traveling through the outer ear. Symptoms can include itching, swelling, vertigo and a feeling of “fullness” in the ear.

Audiology and Hearing Health indicates that allergy symptoms affect the outer ear, the middle ear and the inner ear. Skin reactions can cause swelling and/or itching of the outer ear and ear canal. Fluid buildup happens in the middle ear, commonly resulting in earaches or ear pressure. Swelling from the outer ear stops the middle ear from draining, causing the ear to feel full.

This may cause some balance issues.

Hearing can be temporarily impaired in individuals with inner-ear disorders, such as Meniere’s disease.

Allergies can also cause discomfort if you wear hearing aids. Allergens commonly clog the microphone ports in hearing aids, affecting how they function. Regularly replacing and cleaning the ports is a great way to keep ahead of this issue.

On the bright side, most cases of hearing loss due to allergies are only temporary. Normal hearing usually returns after symptoms abate. If it does not, or if you are experiencing pain and discomfort, make an appointment to see your doctor or audiologist to make sure your condition does not worsen.

As for some general tips to help stave off allergy season symptoms: Keep your house cool and dry, make healthy food choices, stay active and remember that hot liquids, steam and nasal rinses are your friends.

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Legally Speaking

The Myth of Common Law Marriage in Arizona

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want to debunk another myth I hear all the time. In Arizona we do not recognize common law marriage. A lot of people think we do, but we do not.

So what does it mean if you and your partner live together for 10, 15 or even 20 years if you are not legally married?

It means if one of you should die, the other one has absolutely no legal rights when it comes to the probate process and no legal rights to other types of assets if they are not listed as a joint owner or beneficiary.

For example, Bob and Sue have been together for 15 years and incorrectly assume they have a common law marriage (but legally do not). Bob is the only person listed on the deed to the house, and Bob did not record a Beneficiary Deed before he died. The

surviving partner has no legal rights to that home upon Bob’s death.

If the house goes through the probate process, the house will either go to Bob’s heirs, or to whomever he has listed in his will. Even if Sue is listed as the beneficiary in Bob’s will, the expenses of the probate, funeral, last illness, taxes and creditors will be paid first. If there are no other assets in the probate, the house will be liquidated to pay these expenses first. Any remaining monies would go to Sue. This means Sue may lose the house she lived in with Bob. You may now be asking, “What if we moved here from a state that does recognize common law marriage?” We do have a law in Arizona that says we will recognize other states’ marital laws.

You must show, however, that you are holding yourself out as a married couple.

What evidence will the court look to? As an example, you should show that you have been filing tax returns as a married couple. Most people who have common law marriages recognized in another state do not file tax returns as a married couple. Lack of filing a married tax return is evidence that you do not hold yourself out as a married couple, and Arizona would likely not recognize that common law marriage.

If you are living together and you want to take advantage of marriage laws in Arizona, including community property laws and intestate succession, you should consider if marriage is the right decision for you. A strong estate plan will also help protect couples who choose to remain in non-legal relationships. Because in Arizona an unmarried couple is just that: unmarried.

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f you’re searching for the fountain of youth, look no further than your closest park, gym or exercise class. Not only does regular activity strengthen your muscles and improve heart and lung function, but it can also reduce your risk of major diseases, stimulate the growth of new brain cells and even add years to your life. Studies show just 30 minutes of physical activity every other day is all that’s required to reap big benefits.

Exercise is one of the most important pieces of any healthy lifestyle. While diet is very important, we are going to focus on movement this month. Making movement a priority in your day is key to establishing healthy habits that will help create longevity in your life.

Many health organizations suggest that regular physical activity may: Increase longevity – Workouts such as brisk walking or cycling boost the amount of oxygen consumed during exercise. Improving your aerobic capacity by just 15 to 25 percent would be like shaving 10 to 20 years off your age. Aerobic exercise may also stimulate the growth of new brain cells in older adults. Studies have consistently shown that being active cuts the risk of premature death by about 50 percent for men and women.

Reduce infections – Moderate workouts temporarily rev up the immune system by increasing the aggressiveness of immune cells. That may explain why people who exercise catch fewer colds.

Prevent heart problems – Not only does exercise raise “good” HDL cholesterol and lower blood pressure, but research suggests it may help reduce arterial inflammation, a risk factor for heart attacks and strokes.

Ease asthma – Upper body and breathing exercises can reduce the need to use an inhaler in mild cases of asthma.

Control blood sugar – Exercise helps maintain a healthy blood sugar level by increasing the cells’ sensitivity to insulin and by controlling weight.

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Regular brisk walking can also significantly reduce the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.

Protect against cancer – Exercise may reduce the risk of colon cancer by speeding waste through the gut and lowering the insulin level. It may also protect against breast and prostate cancer by regulating hormone levels.

Combat stress – Regular aerobic exercise lowers levels of stress hormones. For many people, exercise helps relieve depression as effectively as antidepressant medication. It helps boost your mood by increasing your endorphins. These “feel-good” hormones flood your brain while you exercise and continue for hours even after your workout has ended. Exercise has been called a natural antidepressant.

Improve women’s health – Increasing fitness by walking or practicing yoga enhances mood and reduces some menopausal symptoms, such as hot flashes and night sweats.

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arch can be a tricky month for gardening in the low desert areas of Arizona. Average rainfall for the month is just 0.9 inches, and the average high temperature is 75.5 degrees, while the average low temperature is 48.8 degrees. But rainfall and temperatures can vary greatly depending on microclimate and elevation. The one rule of thumb to remember: Don’t overwater. Experts say overwatering can lead to fungal problems. Here are more tips for planting and growing a garden in March in the Arizona desert.

What to plant: The best transplants for March in Arizona are artichokes (Jerusalem and globe varieties), peppers, tomatoes and eggplant. If you’re growing from seeds, pick beans (especially snap and lima), jicama, squash, corn, cucumbers, beets, melons and sunflowers.

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Soil preparation: The ideal soil for growing vegetables is deep, easily crumbles, has a high amount of organic matter, and is well-drained.

Organic and non-toxic pesticides: Choose non-toxic, organic pesticides over chemical-based pesticides.

Good organic pesticides include citrus oil and cayenne pepper (mix 10 drops of essential citrus oil with one teaspoon cayenne pepper and one cup of warm water), eucalyptus oil, and canola oil with soap and water (mix one tablespoon canola oil, a few drops of Ivory liquid soap and a quart of water).

Caring for your trees: Prune citrus trees until they leaf out with new spring growth in mid-March. When fruit trees leaf out, fertilize them with nitrogen. If you’re planting a citrus tree, choose a younger tree to transplant (two to five years old). Older trees are more prone to transplant shock.

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