Golden Gazette January 2019 by Gary McDonald

Volume 31, Number 1

January 2019

24 Pages

Lubbock, Texas 79401

The top 10 un-retirement benefits

If you’re like many people, the prospects of retirement could seem enviable: more time with family, travel, leisurely days by the lake. The realities of retirement, though, might not be as appealing. Following are 10 reasons you might want or need to unretire: Extra income: It can come in handy. Today’s boomers and seniors are at greater risk than ever for being short of cash in retirement for several reasons including the recession of 2008. In a survey conducted by Home Instead Inc., income was selected by the most respondents as a top motivation for returning to work, and 33 percent said the best part of returning to work was making money. Women, who may have taken time off from work to raise families and care for elderly loved ones, could especially be at a disadvantage. Just 12 percent of women in a Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies’ survey

reported they are “very confident” they will be able to retire fully with a lifestyle they consider comfortable. A remedy for boredom: Fighting boredom was another reason (43 percent) that older adults returned to work, according to Home Instead research. Some people don’t anticipate the isolation that can result when they leave the workforce or the absence of the type of work that gave their lives meaning and purpose. Finding work serving others, for instance, could help bring back that fulfillment. The varied and sometimes colorful stories that come with the workplace and its people could enhance your life and, at the very least, give you something to talk about at cocktail parties. You’re boosting Social Security and the economy: Over the next 10 years, workers 55 and older are expected to become an even larger portion of the U.S. workforce, rising from 23.1 percent in 2017 to 23.7

percent in 2027, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Theoretically, people who are working longer will continue paying into Social Security, delaying benefit payments. “Keeping people in the workforce longer is good for consumers and the economy,” said Catherine Collinson, CEO of nonprofit Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies. “Research has shown that people who stay in the workforce aren’t depriving younger workers of opportunities. That’s a myth. The more people who are contributing to the economy, the healthier the economy.” An antidote for brain drain: Research boosts the “use it or lose it” theory about brainpower and staying mentally sharp. People who delay retirement have less risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia, a study of nearly a half a million people in France found.

(See The Top Ten, Page 11)

In January & inside 1st – New Year’s Day 21st – Martin Luther King Day 24th – Business Expo .......................... page 5 Final years planning .......................... page 5 Covenant parking garage swap ....... page 24

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‘Consider It Done’ luncheon set for Jan. 11 “Consider It Done” will be presented by Lori Martinez at 10:30 a.m. Jan. 11, at the Lubbock Women’s Club, 2020 Broadway New Neighbors club members, guests and interested individuals are welcome to attend the monthly luncheon and program. You do not need to be new to the Lubbock area to participate. Cost for the luncheon is $15, and reservations are required. New Neighbors is a 40+ year-old club and continues to offer many activities such as Out to Lunch Bunch, Book Club, Movie Lovers, Bridge, Mahjong, various card games, and other interest groups. New Neighbors is also involved in several charitable service activities. For more information, contact Linda McLaughlin at 806-808-0791 or linda. clousseau@gmail.com.

Covenant Children’s CEO named chair of March for Babies Covenant Children’s CEO Dr. Amy Thompson will be the Lubbock Chair for the March of Dimes, March for Babies Campaign set for April 27. Thompson is leading the city-wide efforts to support March of Dimes through their annual walk campaign. “I am excited about this opportunity to support an organization that brings a lot of value and support to Covenant Health and specifically the Children’s Hospital,” Thompson said. “We work with March of Dimes in many different ways related to our NICU babies, but since our Children’s cam-

pus is also the home to Women’s “The last weeks of pregnancy are Services, we have specifically been important. Babies aren’t just putpromoting their “Healthy Babies ting on weight. They are undergoare Worth the Wait.” ing important developThis March of Dimes ment of the brain, lungs campaign urges women and other vital organs,” to wait for labor to beJohnson-Rubio said. gin on its own if their Even babies born just pregnancy is healthy, a few weeks early have rather than schedulhigher rates of hospiing delivery before 39 talization and illness weeks. than babies born after “The education ma39 weeks, the March of terials support the outDimes reports. standing care our ob- Dr. Amy Thompson They may also have stetricians provide for our patients health problems later in life. resulting in Covenant Children’s Being pregnant 39 weeks gives having an overall Cesarean rate the baby’s body the time it needs below the national average and to grow. Caesarean rates among first-time The baby is less likely to have moms are consistently below the vision and hearing problems and Joint Commission standard.” has time to gain more weight in Amy Johnson-Rubio is the the womb, providing an easier time March of Dimes maternal and child staying warm than babies born too health director. small.

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Laura Mendoza joined the Lub- bachelor’s in communications, jourbock Chamber of Commerce in nalism and public relations from the September as director of membership University of New York at Brockdevelopment. port. Throughout her career, she Mendoza spent the has worked closely last five years working with chambers of for the Canton Chamber commerce in various of Commerce where positions. she ran the daily operaIn her new positions, communications, tion, Mendoza will recruitment, and coorcultivate membership dinated chamber activigrowth and promoties. Prior to her work tional sales, research in the chamber realm, and evaluate creative Mendoza was the puband effective affinlic relations director for ity programs, while eight years at AZ-Tech working to enhance Radiology in Arizona. the overall chamber Mendoza received her member experience. Laura Mendoza

Another new year? My, how time ﬂies! By Margaret Merrell A number of times, this past year, I have heard comments, “Where did the time go?” “Cannot be the Fourth of July!” “Time for school to start? Are you sure?” M a n y o ff e r e d t h e i r thoughts about the passage of time. One popular one had to do with retirees. This group had many well-laid plans for their time after retirement, only to ﬁnd almost every plan and project was not completed as scheduled. Others had personal and medical problems that seemingly erased weeks and months from their calendars. Some dreams and plans

were right on track and caused some folks to have more time on their hands. Others found some days, weeks and months long and boring, causing stressful times and opportunities for various levels of depression to take over. As seniors, we are blessed to have many groups and organiztions that welcome us as volunteers where we can meet new friends, add new activities to enjoy, and keep us on the move and busy. Smart phones, computers and television are not only tools for entertainment but play important roles of keeping in touch with family and friends.

Our own lives can be enhanced by shopping online with home delivery. Find just about anything you need, from great choices of meals and clothing to home furnishings and gifts for others. When you have time on your hands, relax and return to your memory box and recall some of the wonderful times and events you enjoyed with your family, friends and pets or even alone, hiking, fishing, or watching a beautiful sunset. Oh, my! Look how the time has ﬂown. It was so good to spend some time with you. Have a wonderful New Year. See you around the memory box.

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Want to serve the city on a board or commission? Boards and commissions are an important part of Lubbock government and the opportunity to take part as a member is available for any citizen. According to the City of Lubbock’s website, all citizens who are interested in serving on a city board or commission should complete an online application via the Boards and Commissions Application website, www. mylubbock.us/cityboards The City of Lubbock has numerous boards and commissions, and the board appointment process is over-

seen by the Ofﬁce of the City Secretary. Examples of different boards the Lubbock government has for citizens to be a part of are the Veterans Advisory Committee, Planning and Zoning Commission, Parks and Recreation Board, Board of Health, Keep Lubbock Beautiful Advisory Committee, Libraries Board, Museum and Art Standing Sub-Committee, and more. The application process begins with submitting an application through the website which is entered into the City of Lubbock’s recruiting

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No one talks about it, but don’t ignore constipation By Sameer Islam, M.D. Do you have friends, family members, or co-workers who often share their list of complaints with you? In an attempt to get sympathy, encouragement, or strangely brag about how awful their circumstances, these “Negative Nancys” believe that misery loves company. But when was the last time they shared their bathroom woes with you? Most likely, never. Bowel movements - or lack thereof don’t tend to make the list of verbal grievances. Constipation is one of the most common GI issues in America. More than 42 million Americans report feeling “stopped up” on a regular basis. Yet no one talks about it. But we know it’s impor-

tant to talk about poop. We want you to understand what causes constipation so you know how to avoid it. What Is Constipation? An infrequent bowel movement, meaning you have less than three bowel movements during the week, is a top descriptor of constipation. Constipation is also described by difficulty passing a stool. When your stool is hard or lumpy, or you feel that there is a blockage in your rectum, you are experiencing constipation. That “stopped up” feeling sometimes prevents you from completely emptying the stool which adds to the length of time you are constipated. It’s understandable why people don’t voice these

feelings to friends and coOpioids can slow down workers, but you should your gut which leads to a voice them to a doctor. host of intestinal problems. First, they make your Common Causes of intestine absorb too much Constipation Constipation is a side ef- water causing the stool to fect of many prescriptions harden. Second, they encourage and over-the-counter mediyour sphincters to tighten cations. Antidepressants, seda- which leads to the stoppedtives, iron supplements, up sensation. And third, opioids send anticholinergics, and diuretmixed signals to the nerves ics link to constipation. Be cautious of antacids that in your intestine, preventing contain aluminum and using waste from moving through laxatives for a long period your digestive tract. Constipation is also comof time. mon when there are sudden Laxatives can damage the colon, inhibiting its ability changes in your schedule or diet. Hormonal changes to contract correctly. Many cancer patients and may also cause constipation people with severe pain take which makes it a recurring opioids. Opioid pain medi- symptom during pregnancy. As you get older, your cation disrupts the digestive tract which causes constipa- muscle tone and intestinal activity decrease, leading to tion. constipation. While aging is inevitable, there are several steps you can take to make bowel movements easier.

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Reversing Constipation You can reverse constipation, and prevent it from occurring, by drinking plenty of water and eating enough fiber. Fiber is the key ingredient to stools that are easy to pass. Fiber absorbs water and helps the stool become larger and softer. Regular exercise is another important step in reversing constipation. When you keep your muscles strong and active, you’re strength-

ening your abdominal wall - a key player in Sameer Islam, eliminating M.D. waste. The next time you have a stubborn bowel movement, get your body moving. It’s also important to know that constipation may be a sign of a more serious or chronic GI problem such as IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). It’s important to talk to your doctor when you experience long-term or frequently recurring constipation. Don’t suffer through constipation without speaking up. If you’ve increased your fiber intake and exercise regimen but continue to feel constipated, schedule an appointment today. Your bowel movements are too important to ignore. Sameer Islam, MD is a boardcertified gastroenterologist and hepatologist practicing at Southwest Gastroenterology, www. sameerislam.com. No matter how serious your life requires you to be, everyone needs a friend to act goofy with. Simple walks with my father around the block on summer nights when I was a child did wonders for me as an adult. It’s those small daily happenings that make life so spectacular. To ignore the facts does not change the facts.

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Business Expo set for Jan. 24 at civic center The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce will once again kick off the new year with the largest businessto-business tradeshow on the South Plains. The Business Expo is an annual event that will be held from 10 a.m.

to 4 p.m. Jan. 24 at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane. The Business Expo showcases approximately 200 exhibitors. Business at its Best: Expo Series is back for its fourth-year, offering two free seminars. Topics and speakers this year are: 10:30 a.m. – Time-Tested Tips, Triumphs, and Tribulations: This interactive panel of local, long-time

A church-goer wrote a letter to the editor of a newspaper and complained that it made no sense to go to church every Sunday. He wrote: “I’ve gone to church for 30 years now, and in that time I have heard something like 3,000 sermons, but for the life of me, I can’t remember a single one of them. So, I think I’m wasting my time. The preachers and priests are wasting theirs by giving sermons at all.” This started a real controversy in the “Letters to the Editor” column. Much to the delight of the editor, it went on for weeks until someone wrote this clincher.

business owners will share tips and lessons learned over the decades that have helped their businesses remain relevant and successful over the decades. The panel will include Lloyd Caballero, RD Thomas Advertising; Melissa Grimes, Studio West; and Shara Konechney, Piper. The panel will discuss what worked, what didn’t, and what they wished someone would’ve told them years ago on how to obtain long-term career success. 2:30 p.m. – How to Attract and Retain Top Talent: According to research presented in the book ‘Talent Magnet’ by Mark Miller, top talent looks for three things in an organization: a better boss, a brighter future, and a bigger vision. Brandon Mulkey, owner & operator of Chick-fil-A 69th & Slide and 82nd & Milwaukee, will discuss the

“I’ve been married for 30 years. In that time my wife has cooked some 32,000 meals, but, for the life of me, I cannot recall the entire menu for a single one of those meals. But I do know this: They all nourished me and gave me the strength I needed to do my work. If my wife had not given me these meals, I would be physically dead today. Likewise, if I had not gone to church for nourishment, I would be spiritually dead today.” Faith sees the invisible, believes the incredible, and receives the impossible.

successful Chick-fil-A talent strategy. This business showcase has been a Chamber member favorite for more than two decades. This year’s theme is “Making History in the Hub City.”

Pre-sale tickets are available for $5 at the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce office or for $10 at the door on Jan. 24. All chamber members receive a $5 discount.

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By James K. White Tycho Brahe (1546-1601) is known as the “Father of Astronomy.” While considered to be a brilliant young student, he was also known to possess a hot temper. He and another German university student named Manderup Parsbjergh (I am not making this up) got into a heated quarrel over the correct solution to a mathematics problem. The two prodigies decided the best resolution could be reached by having a sword fight. Tycho got most of his nose cut off. Brahe was so embarrassed by his disfigurement that he had a silversmith shape him a metal replacement nose consisting of gold and silver. For most public appearances, Tycho would sport the metal nose using a leather thong to secure the peculiar beak in the desired position. Strange outcome at Belgium’s Saint Symphorien Military Cemetery: The first British soldier killed in WWI is buried there. Not far away and facing the aforementioned grave lies the remains of the last British soldier killed in WWI. The arrangement was not planned. Facts of the situation were verified months after the latter interment. Today’s leaders are not the first to suffer from “foot-

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in-mouth disease.” A short speech by Prince Philip (Duke of Edinburgh) included a regrettable attempt at wit uttered while addressing British students attending schools in China: “If you stay here much longer, you will all become slitty-eyed.” At a later date, the prince was expressing an observation concerning British relations with Brazil: “The key problem is that Brazilians live there.” We endure parallel faux pas from Americans. All animals that have tails are said to be caudate. All without tails are anurous. For centuries, silk cloth was worth its weight in gold. In some situations, the material was worth more than an equal mass of pure gold. According to Chinese tradition, the silk-making secrets were discovered by Empress Si Ling-chi circa 2700 B.C. For centuries, the closely guarded clandestine details for producing silk were to be revealed upon penalty of death. This policy greatly reduced recidivism. However, by 300 A.D., Japan had acquired the information essential to make the precious cloth -- and a supply of silkworms. In 552, the Byzantine Empire ruled by Justinian began to sell silk. Apparently, the Byzantines were

blabber-mouths and told just about everybody how to produce “die Seide.” The era of a world-wide silk industry controlled by a few ended. (Actually, the Byzantines spoke mostly Greek, but I cannot efficiently type Greek letters -- so I used German.) Well, I hope that most of your supervisors are anurous and that you have a pleasant day. What does love mean? Love is what makes you smile when you’re tired. – Terri, age 4

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The balancing act of caregiving & career As society ages and lives longer, the need for caregivers continues to climb. Most often this role falls onto the shoulders of women, or daughters. And, many times when you’re called to start your caregiving journey, you’re in the prime of your career juggling increased work responsibilities, career growth, and professional development. Caregiving and working can become even more of a complex juggling act when you’re part of the “Sandwich Generation,” adults who are raising children 17 and under while also caring for an aging loved one. A Home Instead Senior Care public education program, “Daughters in the Workplace” takes a deep dive into the working family caregiver and includes numerous free resources and tools to help caregivers feel empowered to talk to their employers about their needs, while also identifying available caregiving support. The following are the key findings with actionable tips to help you more easily navigate the challenging and rewarding role of caregiving.

Current state of daughters in the workplace Two-thirds of all caregivers are female and regardless of gender, all working caregivers report higher levels of stress than the overall population. This stress comes out of sacrifice. Many surveyed have left jobs, gone back to work to support relatives, or turned down career growth opportunities to provide care. The hardest thing about being a caregiver: ● 36% -- balancing time ● 83% -- strained ability to manage work/life balance In fact, only 31 percent are very satisfied with their work/life balance. Education and knowledge of your employer’s time off policies and the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) will prepare you for what you can expect when you need to care for a loved one. Ninety-one percent of employed female caregivers have had to take some action to accommodate being both a caregiver and an employee. The most common change was using paid time off. Nearly half of all daughters in the workplace feel they

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must choose between being a good employee and being a good daughter. This is a result of work environment pressures leading to 25 percent of daughters believing there is a stigma associated with taking time off to care for a parent. Take matters into your own hands and identify what you need from your employer to feel supported as a caregiver. Spend time developing a “Working Family Caregiver Support List” and share your concerns with your manager or leader.

The Sandwich Generation This generation of women is being pulled in three directions: parenting, caregiving and working. Twenty-six percent of working women are caring for children and parents. If you don’t fall into that category, maybe you’re

financially supporting an adult child just like more than 50 percent of caregivers surveyed. Perhaps you’re regularly caring for a grandchild. In any circumstance, you’re stretched thin. When you start to feel overwhelmed, it’s important to recognize that you have the power to control your life situation; don’t let it control you.

Hire personal and home care aides, like those employed by Home Instead Senior Care office who can provide companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, errands and shopping. Take a break to care for yourself. It’s easier said than done, but try not to allow caregiving to consume your life. - www.caregiverstress.com

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Thanking teachers by supporting them from day one Teachers have the power to change their students’ lives. Think about it: whether

world around you, or simply encouraging you to believe in your ability to succeed, you probably had at least one teacher who changed your life for the better. Teachers can make all the

first-year teachers reports feeling unprepared for the job. They reach the classroom eager to connect with their students. But too often, because they didn’t receive needed training and support, they’re not being put in the best position to succeed. The Gates Foundation cares deeply about fostering great teaching. Education is the bridge to opportunity, and teachers help us across. Nine out of 10 teachers say that “ensuring teachers graduate from preparation programs with the skills needed to be a truly effective teacher” should be one of our nation’s most important priorities. And when it comes to preparing teachers to be it was helping you master a difference. difficult topic, learn someThat’s why it’s so con- ready on “day one,” some thing about yourself or the cerning that one in three teacher training programs are

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stepping up to the challenge. Two years ago, we began investing in collaborative teacher preparation. One place that caught our attention – a Texas college of education and its partner districts – provides a great example of how a schooluniversity partnership can ensure teachers are well-prepared the first day they step into their own classrooms.

the College of Education used a pretty standard approach. Candidates studied theorybased coursework and completed a six- to 12-week residency to satisfy state requirements. These residencies took place wherever mentors could be found - with little attention to mentors’ skills or capacity. Because the teacher preparation program operated inA proud history dependently of local school The heart and pride of districts, teachers weren’t beLubbock remains Texas Tech ing trained to meet the needs University, where the Col- of the districts they would lege of Education produces soon be joining. more than 550 teachers every year. Growing pains For nearly a century, the As the populations of college has graduated teach- Lubbock and Texas skyers who have educated and rocketed in recent years, so inspired young people across did the demand for teachers, the region. which presented new chalYet until a few years ago, lenges. In response to the stark teacher shortage, state rules were changed to allow prospective teachers with no classroom experience or teacher training to enter classrooms. In 2015, more than 15,000 late-hire teachers - with little or no experience - were hurried into the workforce. Virtually all of them landed in the highest-need schools with high percentages of at-risk students and students from low-income backgrounds. These teachers did not have the tools or (See Thanking teachers, Page 10)

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The Best of ________ (those delicious bakery items) Dear Folks, Sometimes we see lists of “The Best of _____.” A little microcosm happens to be the “best,” in my opinion, regarding some delicious bakery items and where to find them. Here is my list: The Best Artisan Breads are to be found in the bakery section at Sprouts, at 8201 Quaker. There are many flavors from which to choose; however, my favorite is the sourdough. All these Artisan loaves are displayed in special paper bags, and several are unsliced. The sliced ones are also available and are placed in a sealed plastic bag, then placed in the paper one. The sourdough bread is the most authentic found outside of San Francisco; I know be-

cause we had eaten at Fisherman’s Wharf many times while living in that area several years ago. If you find a loaf that is not already sliced, in a flavor you prefer, the bakery service person will slice it for you. My suggestion is to remove the plastic bag when you get home, or open it up, and keep the paper one, too. This will keep the crust crunchy, which needs that air circulation. Enjoy any flavor of these great Artisan Breads. The “Best” Apple Fritters are served at the United Supermarket at 2703 82nd St. These delectable morsels are slightly crunchy, glazed, lots of cinnamon, and full of apple chunks. Now that’s what I call a real treat at any time of day – YUMMY!

The “Best” hamburger buns I’ve found are in the bakery section at the 50th and Indiana Market Street location. All the commercial brands seem to fall apart while I’m trying to enjoy my hamburger. Market Street’s own brand comes in a package of 8 for $2.59, and are slightly golden in color. The ingredients include paprika and turmeric which probably explains that beautiful, appetizing color. Next time you shop for buns, try their own brand. I’m sure you won’t be disappointed. Also at Market Street are those absolutely delicious, huge muffins. They are near the deli section in a self-serve glass cabinet. Several flavors are for your choosing, but my two favorite are the blueberry and the apricot. They are full of fruit and topped with a special type of chunky sugar. Seasonal flavors are also found during the different times of year. Those huge muffins are definitely 2–fers. They can be purchased also in a boxed set of 4. These are for sure the “best” muffins in Lubbock. While at Market Street, you must try their Stick French Bread Loaves. They can be purchased in the bakery and come either pre-sliced in bags or a whole “stick” in a paper bag. They are displayed in containers for easy pick-up.

The advantage of buying the whole loaf is that it can be sliced diagonally and thus you get a larger slice for making bruschetta. These can also be cut in longer lengths for making your own subs. These are definitely the “best” French loaves in Lubbock. Also in the bakery department is a refrigerated display case of specialty cakes. You must try my favorite, the “Tres Leches” cake. It has been ordered for my birthday more than

once. This outstanding confection is always topped with a beautiful display of fresh fruit on a whipped-creamtype “icing.” The cake inside is drenched with 3 kinds of milk – “Tres Leches.” No other cake can compare; you must try this one. It is the “Best.” Last, but not least. Krispy Kreme at 4301 S. Loop 289, has the “best” doughnut holes in existence! Enough said! Many Blessings in 2019 Cathy Easter

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training to succeed. The learning environment for elementary school students faltered, and there was widespread dissatisfaction and concern among principals statewide regarding teacher quality and effectiveness.

A vision to better support future teachers

During this challenging time, Texas Tech made a decision to transform its teacher training program. The vision for the College, under the leadership of dean Dr. Scott Ridley, was to put both teachers and their students in positions to succeed - and he made district and community partnerships a core component of how to get there.

These partnerships had clear expectations. TTU’s College of Education replaced the traditional student-teacher supervisor roles with highly-specialized site coordinators who were assigned to a specific district and got to know the schools, the principals, and the governance structure. With this knowledge, the coordinators helped strengthen the relationship between the college and the district, and prepared teacher candidates for the environments they’d be working in. The college lengthened residencies from a few weeks to a full year. Teacher candidates meet with their mentors before the school year begins. While they aren’t paid, they are viewed as perma-

sion rates are down. Ervin Elementary School saw a 28 percent increase in 4th grade reading scores and a 14 percent increase in 4th grade writing scores over the last three years. At the same time, referrals dropped 56 percent, and in-school suspensions fell by 99 percent. At Estacado High School, student tardiness declined by 82 percent over the last two years. Doyle Vogler, assistant superintendent of Lubbock Independent School District, summed it up. “Bottom line: Our kids are benefiting from this partnership and will continue to Setting an example do so in 10 or 20 years and So far, the results are beyond.” promising. Not only are student outTest scores are trending comes of Tech graduates up, and tardiness and suspen- better, but the program is working for the teachers as well. TTU’s annual survey of school partners shows that principals find the candidates well prepared, candidates themselves report being ready for “day one,” and teachers indicate a will-

nent staff who have full access to resources and increasing levels of responsibility. The college began systematically measuring teacher candidate performance and tracking student outcomes. In response to the region’s growing diversity, the college built the “TechTeach 2+1 program.” This community college transfer partnership program recruits members of the local community with associates’ degrees to become teachers – making it more likely that students will be taught by teachers who understand their local context and experience.

ingness to serve as mentors over and over again.

Sharing what works

In 2015, with support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Texas Tech launched the US PREP (University-School Partnerships for the Renewal of Educator Preparation) National Center. Through US Prep, Texas Tech is sharing its partner-focused, datadriven approach to preparing teacher prep with six other colleges of education.

Supporting teachers The College of Education at Texas Tech serves as a unique model of what is possible when teacher preparation programs and school districts form strong and authentic partnerships, and keep a laser focus on teacher and student success. Allan Golston, Contributor President, U.S. Program, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

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Q: As people age, do they sleep more soundly? A: Yes, but usually in the afternoon. I thought growing old would take longer. Sometimes, the first step toward forgiveness is realizing the other person was born an idiot. I wonder what people who spell ‘u’ instead of ‘you’ do with all their spare time. Trying to pick my favorite politician is like trying to decide which STD is just right for me. Growing old is hard work. The mind says “yes” but the body says, “What the heck are you thinking?”

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For each additional year of work, the risk of getting dementia is reduced by 3.2 percent, the study noted. Twenty-two percent of those back at work said they chose to unretire to keep their mind sharp and socialize with others. Increased energy: Work, especially a job you enjoy, could be invigorating. From finding a way to serve others to discovering a new mission in life, unretirement might give you a reason to get out of bed in the morning and renew your outlook on life. Mentoring give and take: It can be fulfilling to pass along advice to co-workers from years of experience in the workforce. However, you’ll learn plenty from other generations as well. Readjusting attitudes may be called for, however. “Older workers must make it clear they can take direction from someone younger,” said Tim Driver, founder of RetirementJobs.com. “Work hard to understand what you look like from another’s perspective.” Societal changes and experiences from technology to movies and music shape each generation. All of these influences can potentially pro-

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vide learning opportunities for both younger and older workers. A longer life: Research has shown that working longer correlates to longevity. Oregon State University researchers report that working past age 65 could lead to a longer life, while retiring early may be a risk factor for dying earlier. The researchers found that healthy adults who retired one year past age 65 had an 11 percent lower risk of death from all causes, even when taking into account demographic, lifestyle and health issues. Better health: Without the structure of a job, healthy habits could slide. More employers than ever have wellness programs, health incentives, and benefits. Even if you’re a part-time worker, having a co-worker who enjoys nature walks or activities could be motivating. Being unemployed/retired was associated with the greatest risk of poor health across all health status measures. Compared to people with white-collar jobs, those who were unemployed or retired were nearly three times more likely to report their health as “poor” or “fair.” People with blue-collar jobs, service-industry jobs, or who worked on farms rated their health as about the same as their white-collar peers.

Dust: Mud with the juice squeezed out. Mosquito: An insect that makes you like flies better. Political correctness: A doctrine fostered by a delusional, illogical minority. Raisin: A grape with a sunburn. Toothache: The pain that drives you to extraction. Tomorrow: One of the greatest labor saving devices of today. Yawn: An honest opinion openly expressed. Wrinkles: Something other people have - similar to my character lines. In youth, the days are short and the years are long. In old age, the years are short and days long.

Emotional support: Aging can bring loss as friends and family members pass away or move. Your parents may be gone as well as your spouse. The support of a work family and co-workers can mean a lot when you’re facing loss. For some, the distractions of a job can help ease the pain of losing someone you love as well.

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Final years planning: Where to find assistance Developing a final years plan may seem overwhelming, but it really boils down to one word: communication. Talking is among the most important aspects of this plan, according to experts from Dignity Memorial and Home Instead Senior Care. Communicating with professionals and family can help ensure important elements of a plan are in place. North American seniors surveyed who have made their arrangements cite not wanting their loved ones to deal with making arrangements (64 percent) and peace of mind (62 percent) as the most common reasons for doing so, according to a

survey conducted by Home Instead, Inc. Following are key aspects of a plan you might consider and the individuals who may be able to help:

Consult with an attorney.

An estate-planning attorney can help you and your older loved ones determine what documents need to be in place. In general, power of attorney gives individuals the authority to act for another person in specified or all legal or financial matters. Most often, if a power of attorney is durable, it remains valid and in effect

even if you become incapacitated and unable to make decisions for yourself. Generally, if a power of attorney document does not explicitly say that the power is durable, it ends if you become incapacitated. A medical power of attorney, on the other hand, is generally a document that allows individuals to designate a trusted family member, friend, or other individual to make medical decisions in their place in the event they become unconscious or mentally incapable of making those decisions. The person designated to make medical decisions on another individual’s behalf

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is oftentimes called an agent. The agent is given broad authority to make any healthcare decisions the individual could have made if he or she were not incapacitated, unless the individual specifically restricts the agent’s authority. A will is a document many people use to determine how property will be distributed. Sometimes, a will contains advance directives that may include a living will to document medical wishes at the end of life. A free resource document called The Five Wishes helps family and doctors know: 1. Whom you want to make healthcare decisions for you when you can’t make them for yourself. 2. The kind of medical treatment you want or don’t want. 3. How comfortable you want to be.

4. How you want people to treat you. 5. What you want your loved ones to know. Please note: This is intended for informational purposes only and is not to be construed as legal advice. Laws surrounding end-of-life documents vary by state. Consult your attorney with any specific questions surrounding end-oflife legal documents.

Locate a financial planner.

Consulting a financial expert could help ensure a plan is in place that provides the funds for a full and fulfilling life. According to the National Association of Certified Financial Planners, a financial planner may provide guidance on financial topics such as:  The age at which you can afford to retire (See Final Years, Page 13)

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Final years planning: Where to find assistance Find a funeral director.

morial market director.  The amount of monthly “If you say, ‘I only have savings needed to reach your ‘x’ dollars,’ that’s no probA trusted funeral direcfinancial target lem. We can be creative. We tor can help put a plan in  Insurance concerns will try to figure out what we  Diversification of your place for how you want to can do with your budget to portfolio and your invest- celebrate life as well as fund give you what you want.” a plan. ments An honest conversation Research  Estate documents in resources that can case of incapacitation or with a reliable funeral director can customize a service support final years’ death for any budget, noted Bob preferences.  Tax strategies Boetticher, Jr., Dignity MeIf a goal is to stay at home for as long as possible – and even to die at home – you What does love mean? can find out what’s available When someone loves you, the way they say your in your community to help name is different. You just know that your name is maintain independence for safe in their mouth. – Billy, age 4 as long as possible. Contact (Continued from Page 12)

your local Home Instead Senior Care office as well as a local Area Agency on Aging office. Confer with an aging-inplace specialist. Many people want to age at home, but their homes are not equipped to help them do that.

making the most of each day. Ask for forgiveness to repair a relationship, reconnect with old friends and spread a little kindness throughout your world. In the course of a lifetime, psychologists often point to the importance of expressing these five sentiments: I love Tie up loose you. Thank you. Forgive me. ends. I forgive you. Goodbye. Relationship issues and It’s never too late or too disagreements can put a early to start a plan. damper on any end-of-life Ninety percent of adults plan. in the Home Instead survey Tying up loose ends in agree you are never too the final years of life can be young to start planning for freeing and allows a focus on your final years.

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Everyday People - Sly & the Family Stone - January 1969 “What I write is people’s music. I want everybody, even the dummies, to understand what I’m saying. That way they won’t be dummies anymore.” – Sly Stone Sly and the Family Stone’s psychedelic soul music was a perfect fusion of funk, psychedelia, rock and rhythm-and-blues music, and it contained an earnest message just right for the rapidly changing late 1960s. The first major integrated band in rock history, the San Francisco-based group consisted of men and women, both black and white, who played and sang as equals. Being open-minded about racial harmony came easily for Stone (born Sylvester Stewart in 1943). Working as a DJ on San Francisco’s soul station KSOL, he never followed a rigid playlist. “I was into everyone’s records,” he says. “I’d play Dylan, Hendrix, James Brown back to back, so I didn’t get stuck in any one groove.” Stone also moonlighted as a producer for the local Autumn Records label and was the guiding force behind Bobby Freeman’s Top 5 hit “C’mon and Swim” in 1964. “Everyday People” is a plea for an acceptance of personal differences. It became the first of three #1 Billboard hits for Sly and the Family Stone, its gospeltinged message of brotherhood wrapped around a strong dance beat that helped

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Stone reach the mainstream audience he’d been chasing for years. “Everyday People” used a mere two chords (C and G) and took some lyric inspiration from the Mother Goose rhyme “Rub-a-Dub-Dub.” The three familiar folks in a tub - the butcher, the baker, the candlestick-maker - all appear in Stone’s lyrics as the butcher, the banker, and the drummer. In the bridge of “Everyday People,” band member Rose Stone mocks the absurdity of people hating others for being tall or short, rich or poor, fat or skinny, black or white. Her lyric line “different strokes for different strokes” became a catchphrase of the day, later inspired the TV series Diff’rent Strokes, and now occupies a permanent place in the American vernacular. “Everyday People” and its corresponding message has lived on through cover versions by such disparate artists as Joan Jett, Aretha Franklin, the Staple Singers, Dolly Parton, the Supremes, the Four Tops, Peggy Lee, and Pearl Jam. In 1992, Arrested Development used it as the basis of their millionseller “People Everyday.”

“Everyday People” remains the most enduring Sly and the Family Stone hit. Was it naïve of Stone to think that a hit 45 could actually bring about groundbreaking social changes during a time of anti-war sentiment, student upheavals, political assassinations and inner-city riots? Probably, but it was worth a try. Today it’s easy to see how little progress we’ve made since 1969 in racial harmony in America. We still experience prejudices and show fear and anger toward some other countries and religions. Fifty years ago Sly and the Family Stone gave us a chance to think and act positively about our fellow Americans. It’s a shame we didn’t pay better attention. But then, it’s never too late to start.

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In 1982, Eddie Murphy returned the nearly forgotten Gumby character to popularity. In Murphy’s Saturday Night Live recurring parody skit, once the in-studio TV cameras were switched off, Gumby (Murphy in a foam green suit) returned to his “true” self - an arrogant, demanding, cigar-chomping celebrity. Whenever executives balked at Gumby’s numerous demands, the clay guy would remind them of his star status by roaring, “I’m GUMBY, dammit!” “Gumby can laugh at himself,” creator Art Clokey said, in approving Murphy’s sendup. Clokey originated the name after spending childhood summers on his grandparents’ Midwestern farm, where he played with a clay and mud mixture that the family called “gumbo.” It was Ruth Clokey, Art’s wife, who suggested that Gumby’s shape be based on that of the Gingerbread Man. Gumby’s slanted head came from an old photo of Clokey’s father in which his short hairstyle featured a prominent cowlick in front. Clokey felt that the color green was the best choice for Gumby, as it was racially neutral. The original Gumby was a groundbreaking stop-motion flexible figure created by Clokey in 1953 after he finished film school at the

University of Southern California. Stop-motion animation features objects that are physically manipulated in small increments between photographed frames in order to simulate movement. Gumby’s feet were made wide so he could stand up easily during filming. Clokey’s debut feature, Gumbasia, was a surreal montage of Gumby images as moving lumps of modeling clay set to jazz music. Created in Clokey’s father’s garage, the 3.5-minute work - basically history’s first music video - was a parody of Walt Disney’s 1940 animated musical Fantasia. Early in 1955, Clokey showed Gumbasia to movie producer Sam Engel, who was impressed enough to encourage Clokey to develop a short Gumby pilot film for a possible children’s TV series. When NBC executive Tom Sarnoff saw Clokey’s creation, he requested a second feature. That next work—Gumby on the Moon—was aired later on the Howdy Doody TV show and became such a ratings hit that Sarnoff ordered an entire series, which premiered in 1955 as The Gumby Show.

Gumby, who always possessed an almost mystical ability to charm viewers, soon accumulated a diverse group of clay pals with whom he could share adventures, starting with Pokey, an orange and black pony and Gumby’s best friend. At the time, all the TV characters were formed by rolling pins and cookie cutters. In 1959, the hit show went into syndication, and further episodes were produced in the 1960s. More new characters appeared, including a blue mermaid named Goo and a yellow dinosaur called Prickle. By then all the characters came from hot clay poured into molds. Over the years various items of Gumby merchandise have been marketed, including bendable figures, plush dolls, keychains, mugs, a record (Gumby: The Green Album) and a video game (Gumby vs. the Astrobots). In 1993, in an issue celebrating 40 years of television, TV Guide named Gumby the 1950s best cartoon series. Why? That’s easy. Because he’s GUMBY!

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Golden Gazette • January 2019 • Page 19 The Red That Colored the World - Discover the color that changes art and the course of history, open through Jan. 17 at the Museum of Texas Tech. Why Frogs Don’t Get Fat predators, fear, & feeding in the wild at the Museum of Texas Tech, 3301 4th, through Feb. 4. Pre-Modern Bibles: From Dead Sea Scrolls to Complutensian Polyglot Bible, Museum of Texas Tech, largest collection of original and facsimile biblical manuscripts ever assembled in West Texas, free exhibit continues through March 3, at the museum, 3301 4th St., www. museum.ttu.edu

‘Through the Lenses’ Jan. 12 Roundtable Luncheons are held most Saturdays throughout the year. Various speakers make presentations to those who show up. A special program is set for 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan.12, at Hillcrest Country Club, 4011 N. Boston Ave. Marshall Cooper will present “Through the Lenses.” Cooper has done work for the Lions Club Eyeglass program and great things have happened as a result of this program. Anyone may bring eyeglasses you don’t need and put them in the collection box that day. Cost for the event is $15 per person. A limited menu includes dessert and beverage.

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Jan. 24 - Compliment Day Jan. 1 - New Year’s Day Jan. 2 - Run up the flagpole & see if anyone salutes day Jan. 3 - Fruitcake Toss Day Jan. 4 - Spaghetti Day

First Friday Art Trail - free public art happening held mainly in the Lubbock Cultural District. 6-9 p.m., rain or shine. Explore the trail on your own, or jump aboard one of the free First Friday Trolleys and ride to the galleries along the downtown route.

Jan. 5 - National Bird Day

Gun & Blade Show – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Lubbock Memorial Civic Center. $7 adults, under 12 free. Guns, knives, ammo, holsters, accessories, coins, jewelry, collectibles. Fiber Arts Society – crochet and knit at the Garden & Arts Center, 4215 University, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Call 401-6441 for more info.

Jan. 6 - Cuddle Up Day

Gun & Blade Show – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Lubbock Memorial Civic Center. $7 adults, under 12 free. Guns, knives, ammo, holsters, accessories, coins, jewelry, collectibles.

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Caregiver Support Group – 5:30-6:30 p.m., 2nd Thursday each month. Raider Ranch, 6806 43rd St. Free but RSVP to 368-6565.

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FREE workshop on balance & dizziness – 10 a.m. learn to manage your balance & dizziness. Wellness Today, 2431 S. Loop 289. For directions or to make reservations, call 771-8010. Roundtable Luncheon, 11:15 a.m. -1 p.m., Hillcrest Country Club, 4011 N. Boston Ave. Marshall Cooper, “Through the Lenses,” $15 per person, limited menu includes dessert and beverage.

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Retired Teachers meeting –11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., $15, Lubbock Women’s Club, 2020 Broadway, RSVP required navrkal@swbell.net. Business Expo - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane. $10 or $5 for chamber members.

Jan. 16 - Appreciate a Dragon Day Jan. 17 - Ditch New Year’s Jan. 25 - Opposite Day Jan. 26 - Spouse’s Day Resolutions Day Learn to manage your back Jan. 18 – Winnie the Pooh pain and sciatica at a FREE Day workshop, 10 a.m. Learn the 3 things you can do to relieve Jan. 19 - Popcorn Day Roundtable Luncheon, 11:15 a.m. -1 p.m., Hillcrest Country Club, 4011 N. Boston Ave. Dr. Lawrence Schovanec, Texas Tech president will be discussing the many new things happening at the university, $15 per person, limited menu includes dessert and beverage. Wolfforth Once-a-month Craft Fair - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Wolfforth Library Meeting Room, 508 E. Hwy 62/82 in Wolfforth; Free admission; Handmade items / baked goods / direct sales.

the pain. Wellness Today, 2431 S. Loop 289. For directions or to make reservations, call 771-8010. Roundtable Luncheon, 11:15 a.m. -1 p.m., Hillcrest Country Club, 4011 N. Boston Ave. Thomas Nichols, “Career Transition: Police Chief to Award Winning Writer,” $15 per person, limited menu includes dessert and beverage.

ries – “Managing Stress for a Healthier Lifestyle” presented by Martin Brinks, Ph.D., associate professor, nutritional sciences, Texas Tech. Presented by Garrison Institute on Aging; held in the Carillon Windsong building, in the Caprock Room, 4002 16th St. 3 to 4 p.m. Snacks provided.

Half-price Book Sale – Feb. 1-2, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Mahon Library basement, 1306 9th St. in downtown Lubbock. Note: To add an event, delete an event, or make changes, email maedwards@wordpub.com or call 744-2220 by the 20th of the month for the following month’s publication.

Jan. 27 - Chocolate Cake Day Jan. 28 - Kazoo Day Jan. 29 - Puzzle Day 10 on Tuesday – Remove 10

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By The Garrison Institute on Aging promotes healthy aging through research on Alzheimer’s disease and other diseases of aging through research and education. The mission of the Garrison Institute on Aging is to promote a healthy lifestyle and inform people on a variety of health topics. These are promoted through the monthly Healthy Aging Lecture Series, support groups, and programs including chronic disease self-management, diabetes education, and a Care Partner Program.

Garrison Institute on Aging TEXAS TECH HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER needs are met, and they do weekly for six weeks. Call All are free to the public. A program beginning in not suffer from continuing 806-743-7821 for more information on exact dates and February is designed to assist stress. For more information, call to register. care partners of those who The monthly Healthy Agsuffer from dementia or any 806-743-7821 or 806-7431217. ing Lecture Series will beother chronic disease. The Chronic Disease Self- gin at 3 p.m. Jan. 23. The With the assistance of Dr. John Culberson and Dr. Jen- Management workshop will January speaker is Martin nifer Ward, we were able to assist adults with strategies Binks, Ph.D. from Texas gain an insight into the medi- to empower and improve Tech. Binks is an associate cal side of geriatrics and the overall wellbeing. Self-man- professor in the nutritional importance of this discipline. agement workshops comple- sciences department. His It is important that individu- ment clinical care and are topic is “Managing Stress als who provide a caregiv- evaluated and approved by for a Healthier Lifestyle.” ing service for loved ones, the Centers for Disease Con- The series will continue at Carillon Windsong, 4002 16th receive support, education trol and Prevention. The workshop will begin St. Parking is available next and encouragement while ensuring that their individual in January and will meet to the building. The event is

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The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce announced the 2019 Leadership Lubbock class that will begin Jan. 16 with a full-day orientation. The program, established in 1975, has graduated more than 1,800 men and women with the majority of those graduates residing in the Lubbock area. The program provides outstanding learning opportunities in an atmosphere that stimulates participants to work together, utilizing both innovative and proven tools to meet challenges. The program receives numerous applications each year and the applicants are selected through a blind application process. Members of the 2019 Leadership Lubbock Class: Nathan Anderson, Lubbock Police Department Ryan Bailey, Parkhill, Smith & Cooper Brandon Baker, United Blood Services Meagan Bratton, South Plains Food Bank Bill Brooks, Atmos Energy Valerie Carpenter, Peoples Bank Katy Christy, Lubbock Economic Development Alliance

Matthew Corkery, Morgan Stanley Kaley Daniel, StarCare Specialty Health System Debbie Drury, Farmers Insurance, Tommy Potts Agency Cory Dulin, AMD Engineering Cash Eagan, Llano Logistics Christopher Empson, First United Bank David Fernihough, Lubbock National Bank Josh Frost, Field, Manning, Stone, Hawthorne, & Aycock Dailey Fuller, Texas Tech University Anna Jackson, Lubbock Independent School District Kyle Jacobson, Lubbock Chamber of Commerce Kyle Jay, V-tech Environmental Services Dana Johnston, FirstCare Health Plans Claire Jones, Covenant Health Ashley Laycock, Texas Tech Federal Credit Union John Lowe, UMC Health System Pat Luckie, Wayland Baptist University Shawn Massie, Madera Companies Marshall Miller, Prosperity Bank

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Being at peace with the way things are & finding joy Welcome to 2019! It promises to be exciting. Life is exciting. Or is it? As the years tick by, some people lose their lust for life. Where is your motivation? Where is your enthusiasm? Where is your desire, your joy? As we get older, it is easy to count our losses instead of our blessings. Why? The losses begin to pile up. They feel like a burden.

As we grow older, we finally get it: there is one loss after another on the downhill slope of life. How do you handle the losses life brings your way?

Many people my age have lost a child. I can’t imagine there being a greater pain. Many have lost a spouse. Most have lost their parents. Many have lost their best friend in life. Many have lost their health. The losses go on and on. And if you didn’t want to live life to its fullest, you could fall into that hole of loss. Some need help, and I hope they get it. One of my biggest lessons has been: life is for the living.

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When you think about it, we don’t have that much longer to live. We need to enjoy whatever we are going to enjoy now. If you want to go to a concert, go. What are you waiting for? Some people say they don’t have money. Of course, that matters. Maybe you won’t go on a cruise, but there are many things you can do with minimal money. Make a list of things you would enjoy doing that are within a 25 to 50-mile radius of where you live. Find all the discounts senior citizens are offered: to museums, fairs, movies. Do the senior citizen groups take small trips you could join? And don’t forget about giving back. Is there a library that needs adults to sit with children and let them read aloud? If you are a geologist, tell people about rocks. If you did financial planning, talk to people about money. Give your knowledge to others. Get involved in a way that nourishes you, and often, it will nourish others, too. Find things to do in your

area. Have you enjoyed the Texas Tech campus in the last 10 years? Have you walked the mall lately? It doesn’t have to be the whole campus or the whole mall. Participate in life and enjoy yourself. Go to a movie. Improve your health and go to a recreational center. Many have classes for seniors. Try yoga. Meet new people, and make new friends. Let’s enjoy all there is to enjoy because one day, it will be me that is gone. 98% of the time, you’ll be glad you got out and did something. This doesn’t mean that you don’t take time to mourn your losses. You miss people you love. I still love my Grandpa, and he has been dead for 49 years. Love never dies. I have fun telling people about Granny and Grandpa and my big love for them. Prayer is to ask God to help us be at peace with the way things are. May you find your own peace.

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The image of Sully, a yellow Labrador service animal, lying in front of the casket of former President George H.W. Bush will be a lasting memory for many Americans. As research is still emerging on the benefits and challenges of animal companions in the older adult population, The Gerontological Society of America has been working with partners to stimulate scholarship and report evidence-based information on this topic. One result is a comprehensive new online brochure titled “The Role of Pets in

Healthy Human Active Aging.” “Everyone interested in aging can benefit by reading this document,” said Ian McDonough, Ph.D., of the University of Alabama, who served as peer reviewer. “Older adults can learn about the benefits of taking care of a pet — such as exercise that will be sustained over time, unlike diets or going to the gym. “Gerontologists and geriatricians can learn about strong, consistent evidence that pet ownership is associated with less depression and stress.”

The brochure is available at www.geron.org/hai, and is the product of a multi-year project. “The interaction with the pet provides companionship for older individuals, but equally important are the relationships that individuals experience by virtue of pet ownership,” wrote former GSA President Barbara Resnick, Ph.D., in the foreword to the brochure. “Walking a dog in the neighborhood, for example, often results in meeting others doing likewise and engaging in relationships or interactions with these indi-

viduals on a daily basis.” “This area of research provides an opportunity for those wanting to assess the cognitive effects of pet ownership,” McDonough said. “Older adults have to pay attention to pets, look for changes in behavior, and watch for traffic and things on the ground while walking. This could prove to be a simple way of maintaining executive functions and exer-

cising one’s memory.” Like Sully, companion animals can make a world of difference for older adults. But the paybacks don’t stop there. “A pet rescued from a shelter is a really dual-benefit situation,” McDonough said. “The pet can bring meaning to the life of an older adult, and the older adult is rescuing an animal who might otherwise be put down.”

What does love mean? Love is what’s in the room with you at Christmas if you stop opening presents and just listen. – Bobby, age 7

WHY SHOULD YOU SEE A GERIATRIC SPECIALIST? A geriatric specialist can serve as your primary care provider or as a consultant through your current primary care provider. Our approach to your heath is holistic taking into consideration not only your physical health, but also your social and psychological well-being. Establishing a primary care relationship with a geriatric specialist could start as early as in your 50s, putting into place a continuum of care to provide the necessary preventative measures and support to allow you to age gracefully. If and when your health needs become more complex, we remain sensitive to the unique needs involved in caring for older adults. We specialize in various elder issues including:

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Covenant parking garage swap, west garage for visitors/patients Patients and visitors will now use the west parking garage at Covenant Medical Center. The sky bridge on the 3rd ﬂoor of the west garage will lead visitors directly to the lobby of Covenant Medical Center. Parking will continue to be offered free. The east garage will now be used for Cov-

Holtzman Wealth Strategies held a toy drive in December for Covenant’s Children’s Hospital. The toys were donated by Holtzman’s clients and delivered to Covenant on Dec. 14. Pictured are Christine Neugebauer, manager of Integrative Care at Covenant Children’s Hospital; Rhonda Hodges, client service associate for Holtzman; and Zach Holtzman.

enant Health caregivers and members of the LifeStyle Centre. Valet parking is available Monday - Friday, 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. for a $6 fee. Shuttle Services are still available and can be accessed upon request Monday - Friday, 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. by calling 806-725-0551.