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04 | CONTENTS

PUBLISHER’S LETTERFEATURE

HEALTHY BALANCEAT HOME

THE EPICUREANSTYLE WATCH

BOOM VOYAGEREDEFINING

WEALTHY & WISEBOOMER BUZZ

BLOG SPEAKMEDICAL MATTERS

SENIOR SCENE

The Holidays I Remember

Holiday Decorations

Healthy Party Checklist, Healthy Foods, Craft Beers

Do You Hare The Bells? Then and Now, Warms Body and Soul

Heavenly Holiday Sweet Treats

Winter Hot Fashions

Spiritual Destinations, Colonial Williamsburg

Addiction

Don’t Be Caught in the Rain

Relationships, Tech Tips,

“o” is for Ornament, Gifts, A Sweet Lesson on Patience

Inspiring & Realistic Health Program, Cryo What?

Aging Younger - Betty White, Living Independently

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In our November/December issue we hope you are influenced to remember your happiest holiday memories and encouraged to make many new ones with family and friends. You will find décor for tabletops and throughout the home, recipes to warm you on a chilly night and mouth-watering dessert favorites. There are lots of beautiful photographs of holidays then and now, as well as fashions that are hot for the season.

You can find spiritual destinations to visit during the holidays or visit Colonial Williamsburg full of history and holiday spirit. And there are tips for watching your waistline at those fabulous parties. Learn about beers, exciting cutting edge healthcare and how to plan for the golden years. We also have information on how to age younger and stay active while living independently.

We hope you enjoy remembering all the spirit you found as a child while reading our holiday issue of Boomer Buzz Magazine!

Happy Holidays from our family to yours!

Robin Roberson

As the holidays approach I am reminded of all the wonderful seasons I shared with my family over all the years. The Thanksgiving turkey roasting and smelling so delicious throughout the house. Papa, making the gravy and caroling Happy, Happy Thanksgiving or Christmas or New Year’s, Nez’s Coconut Cake and Ganny in her fur coat whether it was cold enough or not.

I remember how pretty the table always looked with the “good” china and crystal, the pretty centerpiece, candles and the best cloth napkins – some years white others red or green. All the relatives came and we wore our new holiday outfits with shiny patent leather shoes. Mom made Daddy wear a tie (which he did not want to do!) because it was a special day, but he groused it was a holiday and he should be able to relax. But I know he liked pleasing her so he wore it!

One year stands out vividly. My sister and I went to midnight mass with our Catholic boyfriends. After the service we came home and enjoyed holiday time until the wee hours. As they were leaving, we opened the front door to a blanket of snow and big, beautiful, fluffy snowflakes spiraling down in the crisp starry night. It was unbelievable! The White Christmas you are lucky to experience once in a lifetime.

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08 | FEATURE HOLIDAy DECORATIONS

Home For The HolidaysEnjoy the holidays by making your home an inviting retreat!

Spruce up the house with simple decor from the front door to the mantle to the tabletop for the holiday feast.

Happy Holidays from the Boomer Buzz Magazine!

FEATURE HOLIDAy DECORATIONS | 09

10 | FEATURE HOLIDAy DECORATIONS

FEATURE HOLIDAy DECORATIONS | 11

Fill Up Before You Go. Instead of waiting to eat until you get to a holiday party, try to have a smal meal or salad beforehand so you don’t binge when you get there. If you don’t have much time at least try to eat a

piece of fruit, some nuts or another healthy snack to take the edge o�.

Give Your Beverage a Boost. Having a few tricks up your sleeve when it comes to beverages can not only save you a lot of extra calories, but you’ll also be able to avoid that pesky headache in the morning.

You can also try an old bartender trick by adding club soda to wine or a mixed drink to create your own spritzer. You’ll be getting half as many calories and still be able to enjoy a drink along with everyone else.

Rather than give it up, give it an upgrade! No one wants to be empty handed at a holiday party, right? But you don’t have to give up the food you love to stay healthy. Start thinking about how you could upgrade one or two dishes this year. After all, no one wants to feel deprived or give up their favorite foods during the

holidays. Checkout www.eatingwell.com for some great holiday upgrade ideas.

These simple little tips can help you be less tempted to go running straight to the eggnog, cookies and cake and can relax and focus on socializing rather than �lling up your plate. For many of us the holidays

are synonymous with family, food, and fun, but a lot of us also think of this time of year as a free-pass to overindulge, eat whatever we want and deal with the consequences later.

However, it is possible to enjoy the season without having to worry about your waistline. Review the 12 healthiest foods and be ready to enjoy the festivities.

to indulge in during the holiday season, so you are armed and ready to select dishes that include these healthy items.So now that you are equipped with a few tools for having a happy and healthy holiday, time to relax and enjoy!

Healthy Party Checklist By Suzanna Garrett

Suzanna Garrett is a health writer from Tallahassee, FL who enjoys finding unique ways to enjoy eating without the detriments.

12 | HEALTHy BALANCE HEALTHy PARTy CHECKLIST


Fill Up Before You Go. Instead of waiting to eat until you get to a holiday party, try to have a smal meal or salad beforehand so you don’t binge when you get there. If you don’t have much time at least try to eat a

piece of fruit, some nuts or another healthy snack to take the edge o�.

Give Your Beverage a Boost. Having a few tricks up your sleeve when it comes to beverages can not only save you a lot of extra calories, but you’ll also be able to avoid that pesky headache in the morning.

You can also try an old bartender trick by adding club soda to wine or a mixed drink to create your own spritzer. You’ll be getting half as many calories and still be able to enjoy a drink along with everyone else.

Rather than give it up, give it an upgrade! No one wants to be empty handed at a holiday party, right? But you don’t have to give up the food you love to stay healthy. Start thinking about how you could upgrade one or two dishes this year. After all, no one wants to feel deprived or give up their favorite foods during the

holidays. Checkout www.eatingwell.com for some great holiday upgrade ideas.

These simple little tips can help you be less tempted to go running straight to the eggnog, cookies and cake and can relax and focus on socializing rather than �lling up your plate. For many of us the holidays

are synonymous with family, food, and fun, but a lot of us also think of this time of year as a free-pass to overindulge, eat whatever we want and deal with the consequences later.

However, it is possible to enjoy the season without having to worry about your waistline. Review the 12 healthiest foods and be ready to enjoy the festivities.

to indulge in during the holiday season, so you are armed and ready to select dishes that include these healthy items.So now that you are equipped with a few tools for having a happy and healthy holiday, time to relax and enjoy!

Healthy Party Checklist By Suzanna Garrett

Suzanna Garrett is a health writer from Tallahassee, FL who enjoys finding unique ways to enjoy eating without the detriments.

12 Healthiest Holiday Foods

HEALTHy BALANCE 12 HEALTHIEST HOLIDAy FOODS | 13

I want to be the one to give you fun ideas for beer tasting parties and recommend some tasty brews for your holiday extravaganzas. So this reminder to drink responsibly probably seems utterly pedantic and uninterest-ing, but I'd like to throw out one statistic really quick:

Nothing will ruin your fun faster than a DUI. Knowing your limits and strengths are key to enjoying craft beer and being able to drive after consuming.

Here are some quick tips to help you enjoy your craft beer drinking during this time and keep out of trouble.

1. Have something to eat when you taste beer - Food in your stomach will help your liver process alcohol at a lower, easier pace; and good food and craft beer are meant to go together, so this is an easy call. The difference is the amount of alcohol and how your body processes it.2. Some beer styles are meant to be sessional and some are meant to be slowly sipped from a brandy snifter. One of the best ways to savor the flavor is to use a smaller glass and slowly sip the beer. Craft beer is a wonderful beverage and you need to take the time to appreciate it. 3. Temet nosce (know thyself ) - Know your limits and the beer style you're drinking.

4. Taking notes on the beer you're tasting will help you slow down and appreciate the beer and make it memorable.

Ok, I can hear you rolling your eyes from here!

Enjoying Craft Beer Responsibly During the Holidays By Nick Trout

During the holiday season, one out of every three accidents involve alcohol impairment and out of those accidents, 75% involve fatalities.

Please enjoy yourselves this holiday season responsibly!

Nick Trout touts news from the financial industry and subjects that interest men…and women!

14 | HEALTHy BALANCE CRAFT BEERS


From the American Homebrewers Association's "Beer Fault List" here are the answers to those "stinky" questions about those melodious odors emanating from you brew.

1. "Smells like green apples" - Acetaldehyde. Pre-sent in all beers, off-flavor at high concentrations - a problem with the yeast.2. "Kind of a buttery, lardy, greasy flavor" - Diacetyl. Again, a problem with yeast/fermentation.3. "Canned vegetable smell, kind of like creamed corn" - Dimethyl Sulfide (DMS). Desirable in some pale lagers, off-flavor in most beer. Usually a sign of too much pilsner malt or a weak yeast starter.4. "Old socks;" sweaty, stale cheese - Isovaleric. Classic "old hops" flavor.5. Floral, almost like rose petals or rose water- Geraniol. Partly the floral component of hops, particularly Saaz, characteristic of Bohemian-style pilsners. Off-flavor comes from too much hop oil late in the boil.6. "Baby diapers." This chemical component in the beer - Butyric. Formed by bacteria, and usually indicative of "line issues" - old lines, or ones badly in need of a cleaning.7. "99 Cent Store" smell: a kind of plastic-y, mothball, musty odor- Indole. Often present with DMS, formed by contaminant "coliform" bacteria. Small amounts are present in normal beer due to thermal break-down of tryptophan.8. Pickles or vinegar - Acetic. Present in all beers, responsible for the "sour note" in certain Belgian-style beers.

What Are You Smelling?

The first brewery in America was built in Hoboken, N.J. in 164

If you collect beer bottles you are a labeorphilist.

The oldest known recipe is for beer.

Bavaria defines beer as a staple food.

Beer is the second most popular drink in the world, coming in behind tea.

I want to be the one to give you fun ideas for beer tasting parties and recommend some tasty brews for your holiday extravaganzas. So this reminder to drink responsibly probably seems utterly pedantic and uninterest-ing, but I'd like to throw out one statistic really quick:

Nothing will ruin your fun faster than a DUI. Knowing your limits and strengths are key to enjoying craft beer and being able to drive after consuming.

Here are some quick tips to help you enjoy your craft beer drinking during this time and keep out of trouble.

1. Have something to eat when you taste beer - Food in your stomach will help your liver process alcohol at a lower, easier pace; and good food and craft beer are meant to go together, so this is an easy call. The difference is the amount of alcohol and how your body processes it.2. Some beer styles are meant to be sessional and some are meant to be slowly sipped from a brandy snifter. One of the best ways to savor the flavor is to use a smaller glass and slowly sip the beer. Craft beer is a wonderful beverage and you need to take the time to appreciate it. 3. Temet nosce (know thyself ) - Know your limits and the beer style you're drinking.

4. Taking notes on the beer you're tasting will help you slow down and appreciate the beer and make it memorable.

Ok, I can hear you rolling your eyes from here!

Enjoying Craft Beer Responsibly During the Holidays By Nick Trout

During the holiday season, one out of every three accidents involve alcohol impairment and out of those accidents, 75% involve fatalities.

Please enjoy yourselves this holiday season responsibly!

Nick Trout touts news from the financial industry and subjects that interest men…and women!

HEALTHy BALANCE CRAFT BEERS | 15

1964

responsible

Holidays of the baby boomer era (1940, 1950 and 1

960) bring thoughts of laughter, fun and excitement

to those with a childlike spirit. At a young age the

holidays were magical and full of dreamy visions of

sugarplums and stockings filled with goodies.

Remembrances of those holidays past seem so

long ago, yet like they were just yesterday. The

local department stores filled their windows

with all kinds of moving toys, large trains that

wound through tunnels in the window for the d

elight, beautiful baby dolls in lovely outfits and

snow scenes where mannequins modeled the

latest fashions for the season.

Cities filled downtown streets with decorations of

swags of greenery, colored lights and berries

placed along light posts and strung across the

streets from the telephone poles.

Winter was upon us, and it was time to bring out

those leggings and boots and parents reminded

kids to put on wool scarves, caps and mittens. really

hated the feel of that wool around my neck, but

back then, mothers always knew best.

The decorations in most homes were beautiful by

the day's standards. The skinny limbed trees were

not the plump perfect shapes of today and no one

had an artificial tree until the era of silver aluminum

ones became vogue. But they were gorgeous with

their sparkling colored lights, brilliant metallic

ornaments and shiny silver tinsel.

Although many parents of boomers are gone, those

long ago, but never forgotten traditions of holiday

meaning and joy are shared with friends and family

each year.

Listen! Sleigh bells?

Do you suppose

there is such a spirit, after all?

DeeDee Lowder is a freelance writer, mother and entrepreneur who now lives in Atlanta. GA.

Do You Hear the Sleigh Bells? By DeeDee Lowder

16 | AT HOME DO YOU HEAR THE BELLS?


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long ago, yet let they were just yesterday. The local

department stores filled their windows with all kinds of

moving toys, large trains that wound through tunnels

in the windows for the delightful, beautiful baby dolls

in lovely outfits and snow scenes where mannequins

modeled the latest fashions for the season.

I Really

Holidays of the baby boomer era (1940, 1950 and 1

960) bring thoughts of laughter, fun and excitement

to those with a childlike spirit. At a young age the

holidays were magical and full of dreamy visions of

sugarplums and stockings filled with goodies.


long ago, yet like they were just yesterday. The

local department stores filled their windows

with all kinds of moving toys, large trains that

wound through tunnels in the window for the d

elight, beautiful baby dolls in lovely outfits and

snow scenes where mannequins modeled the

latest fashions for the season.

Cities filled downtown streets with decorations of

swags of greenery, colored lights and berries

placed along light posts and strung across the

streets from the telephone poles.

Winter was upon us, and it was time to bring out

those leggings and boots and parents reminded

kids to put on wool scarves, caps and mittens. really

hated the feel of that wool around my neck, but

back then, mothers always knew best.

The decorations in most homes were beautiful by

the day's standards. The skinny limbed trees were

not the plump perfect shapes of today and no one

had an artificial tree until the era of silver aluminum

ones became vogue. But they were gorgeous with

their sparkling colored lights, brilliant metallic

ornaments and shiny silver tinsel.

Although many parents of boomers are gone, those

long ago, but never forgotten traditions of holiday

meaning and joy are shared with friends and family

each year.

Listen! Sleigh bells?

Do you suppose

there is such a spirit, after all?

DeeDee Lowder is a freelance writer, mother and entrepreneur who now lives in Atlanta. GA.

Do You Hear the Sleigh Bells? By DeeDee Lowder

Remember those thrilling days of yesteryear: any town America at holiday time, where children gathered to gawk and gape and stare in wonder at the magical, marvelous holiday displays. The street scenes, shop windows, holiday wreaths and trees, menorahs and dreidels. The big family meal at the tables set with the good china and crystal.

But most of all holidays were the traditions. Every Thanksgiving there was a turkey dinner. Each Christmas Eve we'd hang the stockings and go to church. The Jewish tradition of lighting of the candles on the Menorah starts and traditional latkes and jelly donuts are served. Each ethnic or religious group enjoys the traditions of the season, then and now.

Today we still decorate the town, the stores and our homes, We share a family meal and presents. Menorahs may be more modernin design, but are lit each night and Kwanzaa, the African American tradition of celebrating a good harvest, life and prosperity is observ-ed with dishes of sweet potato pie, greens doused in hot sauce and macaroni and cheese enjoyed.

These are the real memories of holidays baby boomers rememberthen and now.

Then & Now… Are They Really Very Different?

Jillian Jacks writes on a variety of topics with emphasis on food and entertaining. She lives in Florida where she enjoys year round entertaining with her family and friends.

By Jillian Jacks

AT HOME THEN AND NOW | 17

I Really

Warms a Body & Soul On a chilly winter evening or for a wonderful holiday meal what is more delicious than a hot bowl of soup? Whether spooned from a tureen for family and friends, or eaten with nothing more than a good book for company, it's perhaps the ultimate inviting meal.

Whether you prefer a broth, chowder or soup it is most definitely a dish that awakens the palate during the holidays and warms a body and soul.

Carrot and Tart Apple Soup

The perfect revival to a day of dashing is a flavorful, healthy soup to warm those chilled bones.

2 large onions, peeled and chopped2 tablespoons grapeseed or other neutral oil115 g Butter (1/2 oz)4 tart apples (Granny Smith are good), unpeeled, cored, and roughly chopped in 1 inch pieces 8 medium carrots, peeled and chopped in 1 inch pieces Salt to taste 1tablespoon fresh marjoram leavesFreshly milled black pepper, to taste 2 pints water MethodUsing a large, heavy soup pot, cook onions in vegetable oil overmedium heat until slightly softened, but not browned. Browning is a taboo for this soup. You do not want any bitter taste released by browning.

When onions begin to soften, swirl in the butter. When melted, add the carrots, stir to mix, and continue cooking for 10 to 15 minutes.Stir in apples. Cook for another 10 - 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples have begun to release their juices and get mushy.

Cover with the water and bring to a boil. When boiling,i mmediately lower heat so that you sustain a strong simmer and cook for 20 to 30 minutes.

Add salt and pepper to taste and half the marjoram. Allow to cool until liquid is workable. Puree in a food processor or put through a food mill.

Sprinkle remaining marjoram on top as garnish.

During the Holidays Creole Oyster Chowder

This oyster chowder is prepared in three parts. Each bowl is assembled individually to hold the rich, creamy soup. Inviting after a cold day!

32 medium oysters1-1/3 cups oyster liquor or water1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper or to taste2 cloves garlic, crushed1tablespoon olive oil4 cups heavy cream, simmered and reduced to 2 cups1 tablespoon cornstarch1/3 cup water2 scallions (including tops) chopped4 tablespoons unsalted butter Cracked black pepperPaprika

METHODIn a small saucepan combine oysters, oyster liquor or water, salt, cayenne pepper, garlic, and olive oil. Stir gently over high heat until oysters curl and liquid just begins to boil. Remove from heat and keep warm. In a separate pan heat reduced cream to boiling. Mix cornstarch and water and pour slowly into cream stirring constantly until thick and creamy. Keep warm. In a small skillet mix scallions and butter and sauté or1 minute.

Strain the oyster mixture, saving the oysters, and divide the liquid equally among four chowder bowls.Whisk 1/2 cup cream mixture into each bowl. Add 8 oysters to each bowl and stir to mix. Float 1tablespoon of the scallion mixture on each bowl and sprinkle with cracked black pepper and paprika.

By Carla McMahon

18 | AT HOME WARMS BODy AND SOUL


immediately

Warms a Body & Soul On a chilly winter evening or for a wonderful holiday meal what is more delicious than a hot bowl of soup? Whether spooned from a tureen for family and friends, or eaten with nothing more than a good book for company, it's perhaps the ultimate inviting meal.

Whether you prefer a broth, chowder or soup it is most definitely a dish that awakens the palate during the holidays and warms a body and soul.

Carrot and Tart Apple Soup

The perfect revival to a day of dashing is a flavorful, healthy soup to warm those chilled bones.

2 large onions, peeled and chopped2 tablespoons grapeseed or other neutral oil115 g Butter (1/2 oz)4 tart apples (Granny Smith are good), unpeeled, cored, and roughly chopped in 1 inch pieces 8 medium carrots, peeled and chopped in 1 inch pieces Salt to taste 1tablespoon fresh marjoram leavesFreshly milled black pepper, to taste 2 pints water MethodUsing a large, heavy soup pot, cook onions in vegetable oil overmedium heat until slightly softened, but not browned. Browning is a taboo for this soup. You do not want any bitter taste released by browning.

When onions begin to soften, swirl in the butter. When melted, add the carrots, stir to mix, and continue cooking for 10 to 15 minutes.Stir in apples. Cook for another 10 - 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples have begun to release their juices and get mushy.

Cover with the water and bring to a boil. When boiling,i mmediately lower heat so that you sustain a strong simmer and cook for 20 to 30 minutes.

Add salt and pepper to taste and half the marjoram. Allow to cool until liquid is workable. Puree in a food processor or put through a food mill.

Sprinkle remaining marjoram on top as garnish.

During the Holidays Creole Oyster Chowder

This oyster chowder is prepared in three parts. Each bowl is assembled individually to hold the rich, creamy soup. Inviting after a cold day!

32 medium oysters1-1/3 cups oyster liquor or water1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper or to taste2 cloves garlic, crushed1tablespoon olive oil4 cups heavy cream, simmered and reduced to 2 cups1 tablespoon cornstarch1/3 cup water2 scallions (including tops) chopped4 tablespoons unsalted butter Cracked black pepperPaprika

METHODIn a small saucepan combine oysters, oyster liquor or water, salt, cayenne pepper, garlic, and olive oil. Stir gently over high heat until oysters curl and liquid just begins to boil. Remove from heat and keep warm. In a separate pan heat reduced cream to boiling. Mix cornstarch and water and pour slowly into cream stirring constantly until thick and creamy. Keep warm. In a small skillet mix scallions and butter and sauté or1 minute.

Strain the oyster mixture, saving the oysters, and divide the liquid equally among four chowder bowls.Whisk 1/2 cup cream mixture into each bowl. Add 8 oysters to each bowl and stir to mix. Float 1tablespoon of the scallion mixture on each bowl and sprinkle with cracked black pepper and paprika.

By Carla McMahon

AT HOME WARMS BODy AND SOUL | 19

After a day of holiday hustle and bustle it's a comforting thing to come home to a warm brothy soup

Carla McMahon is a homemaker and freelance writer of interestsor women. She lives with her family in North Carolina.

Ginger Poached

Chicken Broth Soup

3T of fresh ginger peeled and sliced into matchsticks2cloves garlic smashed and rough chopped1T vegetable oil2-3 star anise pods48oz box of your best low sodium chicken brothSoy sauce to taste- start with 2T1 large chicken breast or leftover cold chicken cooked1 bunch scallions, sliced into rings including whites and greens1 baby bok choy, quartered and washedDrizzle of hot chili sesame oil

In a large pot warm the oil over medium heat, gently cook the garlic to release the oils. Do not toast.

Add the ginger and the star anise and then pour in the broth and soy sauce. More can be added right before serving to adjust for taste.

Allow to come up to a boil and then slip in the uncooked chicken. Gently simmer until cooked through. Time will vary based on the thickness of the breast, but allow 20 mins or so. If using precooked chicken allow the broth to simmer for 15 minutes to develop the flavors and then add the chicken to warm through. Right before serving add the bok choy and allow to gently cook to a tender/crunchy stage- just a minute or so.

Top off with scallion and a drizzle of hot chili oil right before serving.

20 | AT HOME WARMS BODy AND SOUL


Drizzle of hot chili sesame oil

to

After a day of holiday hustle and bustle it's a comforting thing to come home to a warm brothy soup

Carla McMahon is a homemaker and freelance writer of interestsor women. She lives with her family in North Carolina.

Ginger Poached

Chicken Broth Soup

3T of fresh ginger peeled and sliced into matchsticks2cloves garlic smashed and rough chopped1T vegetable oil2-3 star anise pods48oz box of your best low sodium chicken brothSoy sauce to taste- start with 2T1 large chicken breast or leftover cold chicken cooked1 bunch scallions, sliced into rings including whites and greens1 baby bok choy, quartered and washedDrizzle of hot chili sesame oil

In a large pot warm the oil over medium heat, gently cook the garlic to release the oils. Do not toast.

Add the ginger and the star anise and then pour in the broth and soy sauce. More can be added right before serving to adjust for taste.

Allow to come up to a boil and then slip in the uncooked chicken. Gently simmer until cooked through. Time will vary based on the thickness of the breast, but allow 20 mins or so. If using precooked chicken allow the broth to simmer for 15 minutes to develop the flavors and then add the chicken to warm through. Right before serving add the bok choy and allow to gently cook to a tender/crunchy stage- just a minute or so.

Top off with scallion and a drizzle of hot chili oil right before serving.

Whether you're dining with family or a group of friends, a beautiful holiday table really sets the mood for a wonderful even-ing.

Even if you are planning a massive holiday blow out or a quiet meal for two, holiday table decorations are a must to inject the festive spirit into your event.

Baby boomers from 1946 to 1964 all have similar memories of the beautiful tables for the holiday meal. They all shared a centerpiece and colors that were in style during that year; some were in seasonal colors with family heirlooms, china, silver and crystal, while others were different each year with a new theme and color scheme.

Although our Moms always made the table look lovely and colorful, I doubt many used their imagination as their guides as compared to a traditional decoration. When setting your table for the holiday season think about what you have that will bring memories to the décor but add your own imaginative twist!

Then take a bow for all the wows!

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Christina Castle is a freelance writer who lives in Dallas, TX.

By Christina Castle

abletops We Remember THE EPICUREAN TABLETOPS WE REMEMBER | 21


Chocolate Bottom Coconut Macaroon CookiesYields approximately 2-3 Dozen Cookies

14 ounce bag Sweetened Coconut1 can (14 ounces) Sweetened Condensed Milk1 teaspoon Vanilla (clear vanilla preferably)2 X-Tra Large Egg Whites, room temperatureScant 1/4 teaspoon Salt

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Line cookie sheets with Parchment Paper.Combine the Coconut, Condensed Milk and Vanilla in a Large Bowl.Beat Egg Whites in a separate bowl till stiff peaks form.Carefully fold beaten Egg Whites into Coconut Mixture.Drop by shallow filled Ice Cream Scoop, 2 inches apart.Bake approximately 25 minutes or until Golden Brown.Let cool 5 minutes before moving to a wire rack to cool completely.

Chocolate Bottoms: Melt 1/2 - 1 Cup chocolate chips with 1&1/2 T butter. Dip macaroon bottoms in mix and put onWax Paper to set.

No koliday is complete without sweet treats! Mouthwatering cookies, decadent pies, moist cakes and creamy cheesecakes are traditional holiday goodies. we all enjoy. Heavenly looking, divine tasting, my

holiday favorites are simple to bake and easy to customize with a sprinkle of your imaginativon!.Enjoy!

Pumpkin MuffinCinnamon Cream Cheese Topping

Carrot CakeLemon Cream Cheese Icing

Assortment of Minis, TrianglesUnique Frostings

22 | THE EPICUREAN HEAvENLy HOLIDAy SWEET TREATS


imagination.

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Chocolate Bottom Coconut Macaroon CookiesYields approximately 2-3 Dozen Cookies

14 ounce bag Sweetened Coconut1 can (14 ounces) Sweetened Condensed Milk1 teaspoon Vanilla (clear vanilla preferably)2 X-Tra Large Egg Whites, room temperatureScant 1/4 teaspoon Salt

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Line cookie sheets with Parchment Paper.Combine the Coconut, Condensed Milk and Vanilla in a Large Bowl.Beat Egg Whites in a separate bowl till stiff peaks form.Carefully fold beaten Egg Whites into Coconut Mixture.Drop by shallow filled Ice Cream Scoop, 2 inches apart.Bake approximately 25 minutes or until Golden Brown.Let cool 5 minutes before moving to a wire rack to cool completely.

Chocolate Bottoms: Melt 1/2 - 1 Cup chocolate chips with 1&1/2 T butter. Dip macaroon bottoms in mix and put onWax Paper to set.

No koliday is complete without sweet treats! Mouthwatering cookies, decadent pies, moist cakes and creamy cheesecakes are traditional holiday goodies. we all enjoy. Heavenly looking, divine tasting, my

holiday favorites are simple to bake and easy to customize with a sprinkle of your imaginativon!.Enjoy!

Pumpkin MuffinCinnamon Cream Cheese Topping

Carrot CakeLemon Cream Cheese Icing

Assortment of Minis, TrianglesUnique Frostings

From Dallas Personal Chef Cherie Swartz

Chocolate Shortbread Yields 16 wedges

1 Cup Flour1/4 Cup Unsweetened Cocoa

1/4 tsp. Salt1/2 Cup Butter (room temp)

1/2 Cup Sugar1 tsp. Vanilla

1 large Egg Yolk

Chocolate Glaze1/2 Cup Chocolate Chips

2 Tablespoons Butter1/3 Cup chopped Nuts or Crushed Peppermint Pieces

Preheat oven to 350. Grease 8-9" Tart Pan with removable bottomWhisk together flour, cocoa powder & salt. In mixer, beat sugar & butter

till smooth.Beat in Vanilla & Egg YolkAdd flour mixture to Butter mixture and beat JUST until dough forms.

Press dough in an even layer into tart pan. Bake 20-25 min till set.Place on wire rack to cool.

Snow Ball CookiesYields approximately 4 Dozen Cookies

1 cup (2 sticks) Butter (room temp)1/2 cup Confectioners Sugar3/4 cup Confectioners Sugar

1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract1/4 teaspoon salt1 & 3/4 cups flour

1 cup finely chopped Pecans or Walnuts

In your mixer, beat butter on high till pale and fluffy.Add 1/2 cup Confectioners Sugar, continue to

beat till creamed.Lower mixer speed to medium and add Vanilla & Salt.

Add flour and beat on low until Just Incorporated. Do Not Overmix!

Stir in nuts, cover bowl and refrigerate 15-30 minutes.Remove dough from fridge and shape into 1" balls.Bake approximately 15 minutes till cookies are just

barely brown on bottom.Transfer to wire racks for cooking (5 min.) and roll each

cookie in remaining Confectioners SugarFinish cooling and enjoy!

While shortbread is baking, melt chocolate & butter.When shortbread is done baking, immediately pour warm glaze over all. Sprinkle with nuts or peppermint pieces and

press gently into glaze.Store in Airtight container. Freezes well.Cherie Swartz is a personal chef and caterer in Dallas, Texas. Visit her facebook page, Simply Delicious Dallas.

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The “I’ll Just Have One More” Martini

3 oz. gin or vodka1/2 oz. dry vermouth3 olives1 automobile1 long day1 diminishing attention span1 too many

Combine ingredients. Drink. Repeat.Mix with sharp turn, telephone pole.

Never underestimate ‘just a few.’Buzzed driving is drunk driving.

WinterHoliday

Hot

Jazz it up for a holiday party!

Chic pop of color.

ValentinoStarkly Pretty

Jean Paul GaultierArt Deco Risque

Snug layers for chilly days

ChanelRemembering

CoCo

1950 CoCo

Holidays 1950

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InkySober

Season

CanaliWider Stripes

Viktor & RolfMonsieur

Armani Turtleneck

Luxurious 70's Homage

Accent on color!

1950

Circa 1950

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Washington, D.C.

Washington National Cathedral Is called to

serve as the spiritual home for the nation.

The Cathedral is a national traesure and an

architectural feat, a place of stunning beauty

built to inspire. Inside, artwork and exhibits

tell the American story of faith. It is above all

a place for spiritual enrichment.

World Destinations of S piritualityIf you are looking for a luxury holiday that pampers your spirit as well as your body,

look no further than these top spiritual world destinations.

Peru

Peru has long been regarded as a place of

spiritual power. It is reputed to sit on a ley

line, or energetic pathway. Pilgrims in their

thousands have visited the mysterious lost

city of Machu Picchu.

Egypt

The concepts of death and the Afterlife

were central to the beliefs of the Ancient

Egyptians who believed the pyramids were

"where gods were born." The Valley of the

Kings was and is an important place for

Egyptian spirituality.

Jerusalem

Jerusalem is the capital of Israel. It plays a

central role in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

Christianity reveres Jerusalem because Jesus

was brought to Jerusalem soon after his birth, is

sacred to Judaism because King David claimed

it his capital and thus of spiritual importance to

the Jewish people.

Considered the third-holiest city in Islam due to

the belief that Muhammad was transported one

night from Mecca to the Temple Mount where-

upon he ascended to Heaven.

India

The traditional symbol of India is the lotus

flower, a symbol of transformation that

grows from the mud, yet remains untouch-

ed. India is home to many sacred sites -

crossings between the worldly and divine

spheres.

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is

treasure

A

Egypt

The concepts of death and the Afterlife

were central to the beliefs of the Ancient

Egyptians who believed the pyramids were

"where gods were born." The Valley of the

Kings was and is an important place for

Egyptian spirituality.

Jerusalem

Jerusalem is the capital of Israel. It plays a

central role in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

Christianity reveres Jerusalem because Jesus

was brought to Jerusalem soon after his birth, is

sacred to Judaism because King David claimed

it his capital and thus of spiritual importance to

the Jewish people.

Considered the third-holiest city in Islam due to

the belief that Muhammad was transported one

night from Mecca to the Temple Mount where-

upon he ascended to Heaven.

India

The traditional symbol of India is the lotus

flower, a symbol of transformation that

grows from the mud, yet remains untouch-

ed. India is home to many sacred sites -

crossings between the worldly and divine

spheres.

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hristmas in Colonial Williamsburg C By Julese Crenshaw

Join Colonial Williamsburg during the holidays with traditions

of a bygone era. The festive decor and timeless charm of this

Colonial City set the stage for an unforgettable experience.

Inspire your senses with a holiday escape filled with art, music,

wine, and fine dining. Restore romance with candlelit dining,

carriage rides, and time devoted strictly to unwinding.

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hristmas in Colonial Williamsburg C By Julese Crenshaw

Join Colonial Williamsburg during the holidays with traditions

of a bygone era. The festive decor and timeless charm of this

Colonial City set the stage for an unforgettable experience.

Inspire your senses with a holiday escape filled with art, music,

wine, and fine dining. Restore romance with candlelit dining,

carriage rides, and time devoted strictly to unwinding.

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What Does Addiction Mean to You?By Marjorie Salada

Addiction is something that you hear a lot about these days. When you hear the word addiction, usually what comes to mind is a picture of a person that uses drugs to excess or drinks alcohol to excess. But in recent years, we have come to realize that this disorder can encompass much more than drugs and alcohol. It can be anything that consumes your life and affects it negatively. It is something that a person cannot easily give up. With the exception of eating and breathing, you should be able to give almost any-thing up for 30 days. If you can't, you are probably addicted.

Shopping, eating and internet use are probably 3 of the most prevalent types of addiction at the current time. The internet and television have made it much easier to be a shopaholic. You can sit in the comfort of your home and surf the web or watch the home shopping networks and your merchandise is only a mouse click or a phone call away. And the television shows especially, know how to appeal to the impulse buyer. Having worked for a credit card company, it was very easy to pick out the online and shopping net-work buyers. The major consequences of this type addiction are overwhelming debt and clutter.Internet addiction is one of the fastest growing types of addiction. If you find yourself hiding what you are looking at when people enter the room or your web use is causing problems in your family life, you may want to take a good hard look at your computer use. Porn and interactive video games seem to be the two that cause a lot of the problems. And then there are the dating sites and chat rooms. These seem to have made people want to redefine what constitutes cheating in a relationship.

Eating is a big addiction in our country today and this one is very hard to treat. Abstinence is big part of treatment when it comes to addiction. But how do you abstain from something that is life sustaining? There are certain foods that cause cravings in some people and these cravings will often lead to binge eating. The foods that are most often the biggest culprits are sugar and highly processed carbs. The best way to avoid this is to abstain from eating these foods. The problem comes from identifying the specific foods that cause the cravings.

Dealing with addiction is difficult, but fortunately we do live in a time where help is available. It is no longer something that is not talked about and is denied for years. If you feel you have a problem, there are lots of resources available for helping you learn about your addiction and how to manage it. You no longer have to live in misery another day. You can get started today!

Marjorie Salada is a freelance writer who enjoys writing about wellness .

What Does Addiction Mean to You?By Marjorie Salada

Addiction is something that you hear a lot about these days. When you hear the word addiction, usually what comes to mind is a picture of a person that uses drugs to excess or drinks alcohol to excess. But in recent years, we have come to realize that this disorder can encompass much more than drugs and alcohol. It can be anything that consumes your life and affects it negatively. It is something that a person cannot easily give up. With the exception of eating and breathing, you should be able to give almost any-thing up for 30 days. If you can't, you are probably addicted.

Shopping, eating and internet use are probably 3 of the most prevalent types of addiction at the current time. The internet and television have made it much easier to be a shopaholic. You can sit in the comfort of your home and surf the web or watch the home shopping networks and your merchandise is only a mouse click or a phone call away. And the television shows especially, know how to appeal to the impulse buyer. Having worked for a credit card company, it was very easy to pick out the online and shopping net-work buyers. The major consequences of this type addiction are overwhelming debt and clutter.Internet addiction is one of the fastest growing types of addiction. If you find yourself hiding what you are looking at when people enter the room or your web use is causing problems in your family life, you may want to take a good hard look at your computer use. Porn and interactive video games seem to be the two that cause a lot of the problems. And then there are the dating sites and chat rooms. These seem to have made people want to redefine what constitutes cheating in a relationship.

Eating is a big addiction in our country today and this one is very hard to treat. Abstinence is big part of treatment when it comes to addiction. But how do you abstain from something that is life sustaining? There are certain foods that cause cravings in some people and these cravings will often lead to binge eating. The foods that are most often the biggest culprits are sugar and highly processed carbs. The best way to avoid this is to abstain from eating these foods. The problem comes from identifying the specific foods that cause the cravings.

Dealing with addiction is difficult, but fortunately we do live in a time where help is available. It is no longer something that is not talked about and is denied for years. If you feel you have a problem, there are lots of resources available for helping you learn about your addiction and how to manage it. You no longer have to live in misery another day. You can get started today!

Marjorie Salada is a freelance writer who enjoys writing about wellness .

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In the September issue, we talked about the likeli-hood and costs associated with assisted living, nursing homes, and extended care.

You know there is a likelihood of needing some type of care in your life time. You also know that you have an almost 50 / 50 chance of being in a nursing or assisted living facility for longer than 2 years.

Even with these overwhelming odds, and the high costs associated with extended care, many still do not have long term care insurance. In fact, according to the 2009 report from the Assisted Living Federa-tion of America; only 6% of residents have long term care insurance.

Why is this?

The Current Problem:

Remember my three rules: One, hope is not a strategy. Some things in life will take care of themselves; your finances will not. Two, an increase in efficiency is a good thing! Too many of us have our hard earned dollars out there perform-

Will Your Umbrella Keep You Dry?By Eric S. Alexander

Qualifying Long Term Care Expenses May Not be Deductible

ing only one task. And third, demand flexibility. The ability to easily shift money from one need to another is priceless.Many individuals forgo long term care insurance for those three reasons. 1. It is expensive and long term care insurance has only one function (Low efficiency). 2. While 70% of the population will need care3; this also means 30% will never need care. If you assume there are 70 million baby boomers in the US. That means 21 million people will have given away money on coverage they never need. (Low flexibility). 3. Many plan to tap into an existing asset such as a retirement account if care is needed. While this is an option; once that money is gone your options may be limited. (Hope is not a strategy)The New Solution:

In August of 2006 the US Government passed the Pension Protection Act and this law went into effect on January 1, 2010. While this piece of legislation covers a wide range of pension governance, Section 844 deals specifically with annuities, long term care




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and tax advantages. Simply put, starting this year, cash value withdrawals from specific PPA compliant annuities and insurance contracts to pay for qualifying long term care ex-penses may not be taxable income. This is a very significant change in legislation. The reason this is significant is because the new law has allowed a marriage between traditional life insur-ance or annuity contracts and long term care insur-ance. What you get out of the marriage is:

1. The ability to set aside money for your heirs OR create a system that provides money for extended care (Hope is no longer a strategy!)2. Purchasing an annuity or life insurance AND long term care separately can be very expensive. Com-bining the two may give you a lower overall cost and more importantly gives you access to two ben-efits with every dollar. (You have increased efficien-cy)3. If you do need long term care; the insurance com-panies draw against the death benefit until the money is exhausted. However, if you never need long term care; the products act like traditional life insurance and annuity contracts. (You have flexibili-ty)

Taking care of your family and preparing for the 'what if' is important. Doing it in a method that fulfills my three laws of money is innovative. Doing it with powerful tax advantages is just good busi-ness.

The point of these articles is not to sell you on the virtues of an asset based long term care solution, but to educate you. There is a likelihood that you will need money to cover assisted living expenses. There is a likelihood those costs will be high. Be-cause of the change in the Pension Protection Act this year, you now have more options. Do your research and find out if an asset based so-lution is right for you.

Eric S. Alexander is employed with Personal Economics Group and enjoys freelance writing on financial issues.he is a proud new father and lives with his family in Richardson, TX.

BUYER BEWARE. PLAN AHEAD.

Before purchasing long term care insurance you should consider the following:

1. Know your needs. Research long-term care costs

in your area.

2. Cover all bases. Only consider policies that will pay

for care across a range of settings: a nursing home,

an assisted living facility, and home (some policies

also cover adult day-care services). Most experts

advise against buying "home care only" policies

which do not provide the same level of care you

may need.

3. Hedge against increasing costs. Even though it will

substantially increase the premium, buy a policy that

provides not less than 5 percent compound inflation

protection. Nursing home costs are growing at least

that fast.

4. Pay to delay. If you can afford to cover part of the eli-

mination period-the length of time after a qualifying

event before your coverage kicks in-you may be able to

reduce your premium significantly.

5. Check assisted living provisions. The specific nursing

home services covered are generally standard across

different policies and companies; not so the services for

assisted living facilities. Carefully review this portion of

the policy.

6. Review credentials. Only buy a policy from an estab-

lished company with a high rating and experience

selling long term care insurance.

7. Call for help. If you have questions about a policy or if

you're trying to decide whether long term care is right

for you, your local State Healh Insurance Assistance can

provide free counseling and information.

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H

If you don’t have time to meet new people to date or you don’t like to date co-workers or clients or you don’t want to pour through the many online dating services then “speed dating” may be for you. Speed dating has been purported to be one of the fastest and smartest matchmaking processes ever created.

Speed dates place you in a relaxed atmosphere, without the first date pres-sure, where you meet other busy singles within one event. Speed dating is also economi-cally viable. Candidates may not have any expenditure other than registration fees. Compare this with the cost of a regular date and this is an excellent option.

One gentleman stated about speed dating: “Real easy, no-pressure. Just go from one table to the next. Meeting a new woman every 8 minutes. I couldn’t think of a better way to meet new people to date.”

A lady related the following: “I thought it was great. Way better than trying to decide who is your type from reading something in the “personals” in a chat room, you just can’t tell until you actually meet them. Face to face makes all the difference.”

During the “speed date,” you spend anywhere from 5 to 10 minutes per period talking with many people. You are trying to assess whether any of the candi-

dates would be a person you would like to know better. Normally women sit at a table and the men rotate around the room going from table to table in an assigned order.

Each person has a card with a female or male’s name next to a survey. You are to check if you would like to meet the person you have spoken to again for a date or friendship or not inter-ested. After the event, the organizer takes the surveys and arranges the connection between people who have picked each other. If you pick John and John picks you, there is a connection.

If John picks you and you said “No way” then there is no connec-tion. I know this process may seem cold and impersonal ,however, it works.Some eve-nings you may meet several people you would like to know better. Other evenings you just had a good time meeting new people. The key is that you used the opportunity to get out and be noticed.

Some people may have a hard time saying the things that would cause some-one to be interested in them in a short amount of time. I look at a 10 minute speed date as having 4 minutes to find out about the person across from you and 4 minutes to let them learn interesting things about you. The other two minutes are introductory or closing. Now you really have to have a 2-minute intro-duction to yourself. Professionals who attend networking or chamber events are good at talking about their business or profession in 30 seconds but have a hard time selling themselves during a dating event.

Relationship Buzz With Beverly

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I recommend creating talking points before you attend the event. You may even create a short com-mercial dialogue that you can use during the date. Some people have a series of questions they ask the person across from them. This will allow you to quickly get to the things that are important to you. Let us say you do not want to date someone who smokes. The first question would be are you a smoker?Spend the time just talking with each other and not waste time with other areas that no longer matter. If the answer is no then you can ask your next question. Leave time to have your “date” tell you things that they may find interesting and you should know. All in all the time together is about discovery.

If there is chemistry between two people, it can be immediately recognized during a speed dating ses-sion. The couple may exchange information immediately, if they find that they are compatible. Please be mindful of the “speed dating” organizations rules of engagement. Some events prohibit the ex-change of information at the dating table.

Speed dating is not for everyone but some people really like meeting new people and finding a date this way. Other people like this method because they get to meet someone in person and talk with them rather than online or by going on a blind date. So if you are a busy person who wants to meet someone in a short amount of time, I recommend you try speed dating.

To receive a copy of my book “From Prude to Siren, 3 Stages to Fantastic Sex and a Rewarding Relationship” (available from Authorhouse.com, Barnes and Noble and Amazon) send your relationship questions to [email protected] Testimonials from: http://www.yourchoicedating.com/quotes.htm

Relationship Buzz With Beverly

#1 Interested in adding a bit of artistry to your pictures without carrying a DSLR camera around with you? Consider adding the free app called Instagram. Go to your app store, "purchase" the app (it's free) and upon taking a picture add different filters to try on different looks

#2 What is Skype? And why should I use it? Skype is a vehicle to instant message, audio call or video call your bud-dies. Just like you have a handle for your email, you will also have one for Skype. If you have a camera built in to your computer or added on to the top you are now able to see and hear the people that you would like to speak with. This is a fantastic tool to shorten the distance between loved ones OR if you are traveling overseas and will have your mobile phone powered off, use Skype as a free calling tool.

#3 Dropbox.com is a favorite site for the real estate clients that I work with. Let's say Barbara needs to get multiple listing photos in the hands of potential buyers + a few other real estate agents. She can either send a sepa-rate email to everyone, each time, attaching the photos (of course, after hunting each one down on her hard drive). Or she can load them into a tool such as Dropbox. The next step would be to add an email address to the file and hit send. Saves time and adds an efficient process to the many systems in her business. The file is loaded and just needs to be shot out to the recipients.

Becca Niederkom – where ALL boomers and seniors learn the computer with joy and ease…guaranteed. http:// conversationcounts.org

By Becca Niederkrom

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FROM 3906

"o" is for ornament

I believe each day gives us something: a few minutes of afternoon light casting intricate shadows on a dining room wall, or a delicious Pesto because the basil got knee-high. Maybe some things broke my heart.....I write about them all. My name is Becca. I live in Dallas but left my heart in Florence, Italy. I'd like to thank you for reading.www.from3906.blogspot.com

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gifts

On Christmas Day back in 2003, my mother gave me two special gifts.

One was a Waterford crystal jar, the other; the small book, Gift From The Sea by Anne Morrow Lindbergh.

In the wee hours following Christmas night, I placed the jar on my glass desk, sat down,

and in the quiet, read the entire book.

____

Whether you have known the beach, had a marriage or not, had children or none,

there's "so much in this little book" as my insightful mother inscribed.

____

I have shells collected from years passed, which I look at with wiser eyes now.

And the crystal jar.....

it has and will always remain empty, reminding me that less is more.

FROM 3906

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A Sweet Lesson on PatienceA NYC Taxi driver wrote:

A Reprint of a Facebook Post

I arrived at the address and honked the horn. After waiting a few minutes I honked again. Since this was going to be my last ride of my shift I thought about just driving away, but instead I put the car in park and walked up to the door and knocked.. 'Just a minute', answer-ed a frail, elderly voice. I could hear something being dragged across the floor.

After a long pause, the door opened. A small woman in her 90's stood before me. She was wearing a print dress and a pillbox hat with a veil pinned on it, like somebody out of a 1940's movie.By her side was a small nylon suitcase. The apartment looked as if no one had lived in it for years. All the furniture was covered with sheets.

There were no clocks on the walls, no knick-knacks or utensils on the counters. In the corner was a cardboard box filled with photos and glassware.'Would you carry my bag out to the car?' she said. I took the suitcase to the cab, then returned to assist the woman. She took my arm and we walked slowly toward the curb.

She kept thanking me for my kindness.'It's nothing', I told her..'I just try to treat my passengers the way I would want my mother to be treated.''Oh, you're such a good boy, she said. When we got in the cab, she gave me an address and then asked, 'Could you drive through downtown?''It's not the shortest way,' I answered quickly..'Oh, I don't mind,' she said. 'I'm in no hurry. I'm on

A Sweet Lesson on PatienceA NYC Taxi driver wrote:

A Reprint of a Facebook Post

I arrived at the address and honked the horn. After waiting a few minutes I honked again. Since this was going to be my last ride of my shift I thought about just driving away, but instead I put the car in park and walked up to the door and knocked.. 'Just a minute', answer-ed a frail, elderly voice. I could hear something being dragged across the floor.

After a long pause, the door opened. A small woman in her 90's stood before me. She was wearing a print dress and a pillbox hat with a veil pinned on it, like somebody out of a 1940's movie.By her side was a small nylon suitcase. The apartment looked as if no one had lived in it for years. All the furniture was covered with sheets.

There were no clocks on the walls, no knick-knacks or utensils on the counters. In the corner was a cardboard box filled with photos and glassware.'Would you carry my bag out to the car?' she said. I took the suitcase to the cab, then returned to assist the woman. She took my arm and we walked slowly toward the curb.

She kept thanking me for my kindness.'It's nothing', I told her..'I just try to treat my passengers the way I would want my mother to be treated.''Oh, you're such a good boy, she said. When we got in the cab, she gave me an address and then asked, 'Could you drive through downtown?''It's not the shortest way,' I answered quickly..'Oh, I don't mind,' she said. 'I'm in no hurry. I'm on

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asked

BLOGSPEAk SWEET LESSON | 43my way to a hospice.I looked in the rear-view mirror. Her eyes were glistening. 'I don't have any family left,' she continued in a soft voice..'The doctor says I don't have very long.' I quietly reached over and shut off the meter.'What route would you like me to take?' I asked.For the next two hours, we drove through the city. She showed me the building where she had once worked as an elevator operator.We drove through the neighborhood where she and her husband had lived when they were newlyweds She had me pull up in front of a furniture warehouse that had once been a ballroom where she had gone dancing as a girl.Sometimes she'd ask me to slow in front of a particular building or corner and would sit staring into the darkness, saying nothing.As the first hint of sun was creasing the horizon, she suddenly said, 'I'm tired.Let's go now.'We drove in silence to the address she had given me. It was a low building, like a small convalescent home, with a driveway that passed under a portico.Two orderlies came out to the cab as soon as we pulled up. They were solicitous and intent, watching her every move.They must have been expecting her.I opened the trunk and took the small suitcase to the door. The woman was already seated in a wheelchair.'How much do I owe you?' She asked, reaching into her purse.'Nothing,' I saidYou have to make a living,' she answered.'There are other passengers,' I responded.Almost without thinking, I bent and gave her a hug.She held onto me tightly.'You gave an old woman a little moment of joy,'

she said. 'You gave an old woman a little moment of joy,' she said. 'Thank you.'I squeezed her hand, and then walked into the dim morning light.. Behind me, a door shut.It was the sound of the closing of a life.

I didn't pick up any more passengers that shift. I drove aimlessly lost in thought. For the rest of that day,I could hardly talk.What if that womanhad gotten an angry driver,or one who was impatient to end his shift? What if I had refused to take the run, or had honked once, then driven away? On a quick review, I don't think that I have done anything more important in my life.We're conditioned to think that our lives revolve around great moments.But great moments often catch us unaware-beautifully wrapped in what others may consider a small one.

once

my way to a hospice.I looked in the rear-view mirror. Her eyes were glistening. 'I don't have any family left,' she continued in a soft voice..'The doctor says I don't have very long.' I quietly reached over and shut off the meter.'What route would you like me to take?' I asked.For the next two hours, we drove through the city. She showed me the building where she had once worked as an elevator operator.We drove through the neighborhood where she and her husband had lived when they were newlyweds She had me pull up in front of a furniture warehouse that had once been a ballroom where she had gone dancing as a girl.Sometimes she'd ask me to slow in front of a particular building or corner and would sit staring into the darkness, saying nothing.As the first hint of sun was creasing the horizon, she suddenly said, 'I'm tired.Let's go now.'We drove in silence to the address she had given me. It was a low building, like a small convalescent home, with a driveway that passed under a portico.Two orderlies came out to the cab as soon as we pulled up. They were solicitous and intent, watching her every move.They must have been expecting her.I opened the trunk and took the small suitcase to the door. The woman was already seated in a wheelchair.'How much do I owe you?' She asked, reaching into her purse.'Nothing,' I saidYou have to make a living,' she answered.'There are other passengers,' I responded.Almost without thinking, I bent and gave her a hug.She held onto me tightly.'You gave an old woman a little moment of joy,'

she said. 'You gave an old woman a little moment of joy,' she said. 'Thank you.'I squeezed her hand, and then walked into the dim morning light.. Behind me, a door shut.It was the sound of the closing of a life.

I didn't pick up any more passengers that shift. I drove aimlessly lost in thought. For the rest of that day,I could hardly talk.What if that womanhad gotten an angry driver,or one who was impatient to end his shift? What if I had refused to take the run, or had honked once, then driven away? On a quick review, I don't think that I have done anything more important in my life.We're conditioned to think that our lives revolve around great moments.But great moments often catch us unaware-beautifully wrapped in what others may consider a small one.

An Inspiring & Realistic Healthcare ConceptdeNovo Health

Every once in a while you come across a concept that really makes you sit up and take notice. Such is deNovo Health in Dallas! After meeting John Stevens, MS,RN,NP-C,ANP-BCBoard , who founded the deNovo Medical Group in 1996, it became obvious that deNovo is positioned to be a player in the future of medical care in the Dallas market and most likely on a national level. This medical membership program fills a necessary void and according to Stevens, "offers affordable health care on a daily basis to those with insurance and those in the community who would not otherwise have access to such."

The mission at deNovo Health is to provide comprehensive services that exceed expectations; health screenings and preventative care, complete physical exam with labs, same day sick visits with no office fees.The primary care services offer everything you might see your current doctor for: routine physical exams, minor injuries, acute illnesses and chronic conditions which require regular attention. deNovo also provides screenings fordiabetes, cardio vascular disease and cancer which gives you the peace of mind for catching and treating such problems early and effectively.

deNovo Spa and Salon have given local residents exceptional care for over 16 years . They offer full services: hair, nails, makeup, massage of every type, facials, peels, body wraps, waxing… just about anything you might desire. Clients may also enjoy aesthetic, cosmetic and laser surgery in the state-of-the-art aesthetic institute, nationally acclaimed and which John Stevens, highly respected medical aesthetics practitioner, has developed into one of the most recognized anti-aging facilities in the United States.

As Stevens listened and talked with his clientele, and as healthcare became more and more exclusive with primary dependence on employer coverage, he felt compelled to assist them with better and affordable medical services on a regular basis. Emphasis on affordable and daily care! With additional studies and an eye on what was hap-pening on a national, regional and local level, the idea for deNovo Health was born. The mission became one of commitment to outstanding patient care, community and public education with world class technology. They even have a compounding pharmacist in-house.

What is deNovo Health exactly? When entering for the first time, you feel transported into a calm, peaceful and lovely facility rather than a sterile medicinal office. Immediately you recognize the welcoming ambiance and team approach which puts you at ease. In all honesty, I would never have known it was a health practice; it was so inviting and pleasant.

deNovo is a medical membership program that can easily compliment any existing insurance plan you might already have in place, giving you care as often as needed, for less than the average cost of a yearly insurance deductible. You simply pay an initiation fee plus a monthly one based on age and health status. Steven says he expects a commitment from each new patient to want to be in the best health they possibly can and to be an active partner with deNovo to accomplish such.

Your membership begins with a comprehensive health interview, complete physical workup with an array of laboratory tests so your individual health status and needs can be determined. Monthly plans range from only $66 to $92 per month and there is no charge or co-payment for office visits, as with insurance providers. Your deNovo provider can normally see you on the same or next day, and if not, you may elect to visit with another available one on staff.

And if you need to see a doctor every day of the week you can! Not that that will happen, but it is comforting to know you are not limited or your care provider is too busy to work you in when you are sick or have questions about your healthcare. deNovo is accessible, which I for one cannot say my physician is without a week or two wait for an appointment.

It appears John Stevens is the genuine "Real McCoy" in providing enhanced services at reduced fees. There is no penny pinching on what is offered at deNovo and I truly believe you will receive better care and more personal attention without pretension. Can you say that about your medical provider? For less than the cost of most deductibles you can have access to medical services at the touch of a phone call with a health care professional who will spend more time listening to you and helping you. Since it costs less, what have you got to lose… except availability to excellent health care.

Call for yourself and learn the benefits you and your family can receive with a deNovo membership. They may be reached at 214.219.4000 or online at www.denovohealthclinics.com. I guarantee it will be worth it.

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An Inspiring & Realistic Healthcare ConceptdeNovo Health

Every once in a while you come across a concept that really makes you sit up and take notice. Such is deNovo Health in Dallas! After meeting John Stevens, MS,RN,NP-C,ANP-BCBoard , who founded the deNovo Medical Group in 1996, it became obvious that deNovo is positioned to be a player in the future of medical care in the Dallas market and most likely on a national level. This medical membership program fills a necessary void and according to Stevens, "offers affordable health care on a daily basis to those with insurance and those in the community who would not otherwise have access to such."

The mission at deNovo Health is to provide comprehensive services that exceed expectations; health screenings and preventative care, complete physical exam with labs, same day sick visits with no office fees.The primary care services offer everything you might see your current doctor for: routine physical exams, minor injuries, acute illnesses and chronic conditions which require regular attention. deNovo also provides screenings fordiabetes, cardio vascular disease and cancer which gives you the peace of mind for catching and treating such problems early and effectively.

deNovo Spa and Salon have given local residents exceptional care for over 16 years . They offer full services: hair, nails, makeup, massage of every type, facials, peels, body wraps, waxing… just about anything you might desire. Clients may also enjoy aesthetic, cosmetic and laser surgery in the state-of-the-art aesthetic institute, nationally acclaimed and which John Stevens, highly respected medical aesthetics practitioner, has developed into one of the most recognized anti-aging facilities in the United States.

As Stevens listened and talked with his clientele, and as healthcare became more and more exclusive with primary dependence on employer coverage, he felt compelled to assist them with better and affordable medical services on a regular basis. Emphasis on affordable and daily care! With additional studies and an eye on what was hap-pening on a national, regional and local level, the idea for deNovo Health was born. The mission became one of commitment to outstanding patient care, community and public education with world class technology. They even have a compounding pharmacist in-house.

What is deNovo Health exactly? When entering for the first time, you feel transported into a calm, peaceful and lovely facility rather than a sterile medicinal office. Immediately you recognize the welcoming ambiance and team approach which puts you at ease. In all honesty, I would never have known it was a health practice; it was so inviting and pleasant.

deNovo is a medical membership program that can easily compliment any existing insurance plan you might already have in place, giving you care as often as needed, for less than the average cost of a yearly insurance deductible. You simply pay an initiation fee plus a monthly one based on age and health status. Steven says he expects a commitment from each new patient to want to be in the best health they possibly can and to be an active partner with deNovo to accomplish such.

Your membership begins with a comprehensive health interview, complete physical workup with an array of laboratory tests so your individual health status and needs can be determined. Monthly plans range from only $66 to $92 per month and there is no charge or co-payment for office visits, as with insurance providers. Your deNovo provider can normally see you on the same or next day, and if not, you may elect to visit with another available one on staff.

And if you need to see a doctor every day of the week you can! Not that that will happen, but it is comforting to know you are not limited or your care provider is too busy to work you in when you are sick or have questions about your healthcare. deNovo is accessible, which I for one cannot say my physician is without a week or two wait for an appointment.

It appears John Stevens is the genuine "Real McCoy" in providing enhanced services at reduced fees. There is no penny pinching on what is offered at deNovo and I truly believe you will receive better care and more personal attention without pretension. Can you say that about your medical provider? For less than the cost of most deductibles you can have access to medical services at the touch of a phone call with a health care professional who will spend more time listening to you and helping you. Since it costs less, what have you got to lose… except availability to excellent health care.

Call for yourself and learn the benefits you and your family can receive with a deNovo membership. They may be reached at 214.219.4000 or online at www.denovohealthclinics.com. I guarantee it will be worth it.

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As Publisher of Boomer Buzz Magazine, I do not normally write features. But when approached about Cryotherapy as a potential article, I responded with, "I've got to see this for myself!" And I did with the most astounding experience chronicled in the following article. Keep an open

mind, please!

"Beam me up Scotty" or thoughts of Mr. Freeze in Batman saying, "You are not sending me to the cooler!" were flying through my mind upon

Cryo What??!!

Cryo What??!!By Robin Roberson

entering the Veda Light Wellness Spa in Addison, Texas on one of the hottest nights of the summer.

It was 108 in the shade…am I having a heat stroke? Have I lost my mind? You want to lower my skin temperature to 30 degrees? Are you mad?! That was the first minute inside the spa.

Slowly I relaxed and warmed, just as your body


As Publisher of Boomer Buzz Magazine, I do not normally write features. But when approached about Cryotherapy as a potential article, I responded with, "I've got to see this for myself!" And I did with the most astounding experience chronicled in the following article. Keep an open

mind, please!

"Beam me up Scotty" or thoughts of Mr. Freeze in Batman saying, "You are not sending me to the cooler!" were flying through my mind upon

Cryo What??!!


entering the Veda Light Wellness Spa in Addison, Texas on one of the hottest nights of the summer.

It was 108 in the shade…am I having a heat stroke? Have I lost my mind? You want to lower my skin temperature to 30 degrees? Are you mad?! That was the first minute inside the spa.

Slowly I relaxed and warmed, just as your body


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does, after hearing the praises of the lady just finishing her session in the cryosauna. She was recuperating from breast surgery; suffering pain and inflammation along the side of her chest and under her arm. Then she learned of cryotherapy offering her an option for boosting her immune system to assist her body in healing itself in the needed area. Providing the opportunity to recup-erate quickly and easily. Her swelling was vir-tually gone, her soreness and pain diminished. Her energy rejuvenated with only four treat-ments, and she had planned on six. She was ecstatic.

My friend who took me to Veda Light has had six treatments and reminded me to notice her foot was healed. She hobbled around for half of this year in a boot, fighting a torn tendon that would not heal. She has not worn regular shoes in months but tonight she was walking in a great looking pair of wedges and no limp! All from the healing therapies of the cryosauna.

Now it was my turn, take off all clothes, except socks. Step into the sauna booth, or tube from outer space as I called it, and relax. Right!! Is she crazy? Has the nitrogen gotten to her brain?

The floor of the sauna raises you until your head is totally outside the booth, no claustrophobia folks, your hands rest on the ledge in front of you.

And then POOF! A blast of cold air, or in reality, nitrogen shots at you from inside the booth. You shift to one side and POOF, another blast of colder air.

Whole body cryotherapy was originally developed in Japan in 1978, and the benefits have been studied and refined in Europe since then. Now it is presented in the USA by Millennium ICE and Veda Light Wellness Spa in Addison is one of the first to offer cryotherapy.

The Cryosauna tank lowers your exterior skin temperature to about 30-32 degrees with the air surrounding you at a temperature of around minus 202F for a period of one to three minutes.

In my case, my skin hit 30 degrees and the air reached -247F. But don't panic, I have refined the art of visualization and was stretched out in the sun on a lovely Caribbean island and it was warm and balmy, not frigid cold!

POOF, again. Yes, it is getting colder and colder. One more POOF and that one is darn cold!! I even shivered a little and laughed as they told me about one lady who screamed and screamed saying it was too cold and to let her out. But when they started to turn it off she screamed again, not to stop. She wanted the benefits even if she did turn blue in the process. However, you do not turn blue, I assure you. Three minutes and it is all over.

This treatment results in an energy boost and skin rejuvenation, The effect lasts from 1 1/2 to 3 hours. When your body's exterior is cooled to these levels,



the immune system is stimulated, and every or-gan in the body is affected positively.The skin reacts to the cold and sends a powerful message to the brain acting as a stimulant to all regulatory functions of the body. It produces scanning of all areas of the body that may not be working to their fullest potential. Then sending orders to all peripheral parts of the body to con-strict the muscles and tissues in order to send blood to the core of the body, which will begin circulating in an "internal cycle" to protect the vital organs. The body rushes blood to the weaker areas and promotes healing from within.

Much more is happen-ing, as the blood circu-lates in this"internal biochemical cycle." It is also being enriched with oxygen, all the necessary enzymes and nutrients and will even lead to an in-crease in hemoglobin count. Realize this is cutting edge! Emphasizing the enriched blood creates favorable con-ditions for internal or-gan regeneration, for expelling of toxins fromsubcutaneous layers,for the cell renewal process, replacement of damaged cells and elimination of dead cells from peripheral tissues - i.e. rejuvena-tion of the body at the cellular level. It accomplish-ed all with cold air, not pills. Now, I am not saying this will replace medicine, because I definitely be-lieve in medication when required. There is also room for thinking about health preventative ther-apy offering additional options for better health and wellness. It is important to understand the skin tissue is not actually frozen during the procedure. Only the illusion of a severe cold im-

pact is created, when very cold air temporarily touches the skin where our cold sensors are located. This triggers our brain to act and heal.Being someone who requires only five hours of sleep a night; who hears the cat jump off her perch in the guest room in the middle of the night, sleeping softly has been the norm for my life. After my first session in the cryosauna, I slept as solid as a rock for almost seven hours and literally did nothing to make my bed except flip the corner up over the pillows. After my second treat-ment I was the energizer bunny all day long-gosh! Creative and on point for hours, it felt so great!

The second level affected by cryotherapy is the "energy level" of the human body which is made up of a network of energy meridians, similar to the circulatory system. Of course, you want to know how cryotherapy stimulates this energy flow in the body? We know from physics curricu- lums if we take a sufficiently long wire and warm one end of it, while cooling the other, the temperature differ-ence leads to an electric current in the wire. Exactly the same thing happens to the human energetic system. When the temperature on the skin surface drops 68.6 degrees it is sufficient enough to cause a strong flow of energy in the meridians, restoring energy flow where disruptions may have been pre-sent. In this case, cryotherapy is used as a preven-tive and corrective method, by stimulating the energy flow in the human body, it allows people to stay healthy longer.

does, after hearing the praises of the lady just finishing her session in the cryosauna. She was recuperating from breast surgery; suffering pain and inflammation along the side of her chest and under her arm. Then she learned of cryotherapy offering her an option for boosting her immune system to assist her body in healing itself in the needed area. Providing the opportunity to recup-erate quickly and easily. Her swelling was vir-tually gone, her soreness and pain diminished. Her energy rejuvenated with only four treat-ments, and she had planned on six. She was ecstatic.

My friend who took me to Veda Light has had six treatments and reminded me to notice her foot was healed. She hobbled around for half of this year in a boot, fighting a torn tendon that would not heal. She has not worn regular shoes in months but tonight she was walking in a great looking pair of wedges and no limp! All from the healing therapies of the cryosauna.

Now it was my turn, take off all clothes, except socks. Step into the sauna booth, or tube from outer space as I called it, and relax. Right!! Is she crazy? Has the nitrogen gotten to her brain?

The floor of the sauna raises you until your head is totally outside the booth, no claustrophobia folks, your hands rest on the ledge in front of you.

And then POOF! A blast of cold air, or in reality, nitrogen shots at you from inside the booth. You shift to one side and POOF, another blast of colder air.

Whole body cryotherapy was originally developed in Japan in 1978, and the benefits have been studied and refined in Europe since then. Now it is presented in the USA by Millennium ICE and Veda Light Wellness Spa in Addison is one of the first to offer cryotherapy.

The Cryosauna tank lowers your exterior skin temperature to about 30-32 degrees with the air surrounding you at a temperature of around minus 202F for a period of one to three minutes.

In my case, my skin hit 30 degrees and the air reached -247F. But don't panic, I have refined the art of visualization and was stretched out in the sun on a lovely Caribbean island and it was warm and balmy, not frigid cold!

POOF, again. Yes, it is getting colder and colder. One more POOF and that one is darn cold!! I even shivered a little and laughed as they told me about one lady who screamed and screamed saying it was too cold and to let her out. But when they started to turn it off she screamed again, not to stop. She wanted the benefits even if she did turn blue in the process. However, you do not turn blue, I assure you. Three minutes and it is all over.

This treatment results in an energy boost and skin rejuvenation, The effect lasts from 1 1/2 to 3 hours. When your body's exterior is cooled to these levels,

The network of the body's nervous system,(Infor-mation level) is where electronic signals, self-ana-lyzing questions, answers, and other details are sent to and from all parts of the body. This incred-ible communication system assesses the body's specific conditions, deficiencies, and immediate needs in order to know how to restore itself and remain viable. All, self-healing from within.

How does cold affect the immune system and re-juvenate the body's information system? Similar to the brain signals in the "internal biochemical cycle" sent to the peripheral tissues causing vaso-constriction due to the significant drop in temperature - during the "information level", the brain sends signals to all parts of the body through the nervous system in order to determine the ex-tent to which each part of the body is compromis-ed. This is done to allocate adequate resources tol ensure the viability of the body's parts, and the brain will try to perpetuate all the organs and body parts. Unlike this same survival process in a lizard, for example, which sacrifices its tail in order to save the rest of the body.

At this point you are thinking the nitrogen affected my brain, but I promise you seeing is believing! What basically happens in cold therapy, cryo treatment, is the brain, in response to perceived critical conditions, surveys all body parts and an-alyzes the returned signals. Then creates a com-plete up-to-date picture of the body's state of beingand properly responds to the areas needing re-sources to ensure better health, healing and boost-ing. Currently, there is no other known method in the world able to provide this kind of information, up-dating procedures of the body's immune and infor-mation systems need to correct themselves in early stages of malfunction.

Researchers in Europe have been developing and refining cryotherapy for more than two decades. The Polish government has made it a preventative

inclusion in their national health program so resi-dents are allowed 20 treatments a year. It is just being introduced to consumers in the United States. Many pro athletes have been using it for years as a means of reducing pain, inflammation and soreness, boosting the immune systems of the athletes. USA Olympics Coach, Alberto Salazar's runners were the first and the second in 10,000 m, Salazar is a big believer in cryosauna and has been using it since 2010 to help his runners perform better and recover faster.

Hammer thrower, Koji Murofushi, won bronze for Japan. but trained under Tore Gustafsson, who provides cryosauna services to his patients and athletes he works with in California.The Mavericks disclosed their "secrets" when becoming the NBA Champions: we have been using extreme cold for better performance for about a year now, and have inspired other professional teams to do the same. Houston Rockets, San Antonio Spurs, New York Knicks already have their own cryosauna. Millennium ICE manufactures a new, larger cryo-sauna model to provide better service to athletes.

Beam me up Scotty for sure!!








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Salazar’s

The Veda light Wellness Spa, where I had my treatments, is located in Addison, TX.

They offer a variety of wellness and spa services which include cryosauna, cryo facials, massage and nail services.

My time in the cryosauna was exhilarating. After the first appointment, I slept 8 straight hours and I have not done that ever in my whole life.

I felt GREAT! The second time turned me into the energizer bunny according to a close friend who said she had never seen me so energized and creative. The added health benefits of a relaxed back and clearer skin were just icing on the cake. I knew if I had any medical problems I would have been back for the next treatment. What have yougot to lose except those aches and pains!?

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In summarizing,cryotherapy helps enrich the blood and supply it to all internal organs and peri-pheral parts of the body by insuring the organs have all necessary "building materials" for cell re-newal. It also helps to supply organs with the nec-essary energy to make full use of these materials - without energy, no beneficial processes can occur. In addition, remember the body is not exposed to real danger during the treatment, there is no threat of damaging the tissues - only illusion of a survival threat is created. Results of cryo treatment have been impressive, if at present empirical. Evidence from people suffering particular biochemical mal-functions, auto-immune system diseases or ener-getic body impairment having reported consider-able and lasting improvements, after taking a sufficient number of treatments. Do I want to go back for a series of cryo treatments? You bet!


Reported Benefits The network of the body's nervous system,(Infor-mation level) is where electronic signals, self-ana-lyzing questions, answers, and other details are sent to and from all parts of the body. This incred-ible communication system assesses the body's specific conditions, deficiencies, and immediate needs in order to know how to restore itself and remain viable. All, self-healing from within.















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A real comedy standout on TV and in the movies lately - among all the youthful as well as botoxed, lifted, heavily made-up faces - has been Betty White. Lifetime Achievement Award winner at 88 and one-half, as Betty proudly declares, White is the poster gal for throwing away the calendar when talking about age.

With the population of older adults growing, the percentage of adults over 65 is projected to in-crease in the U.S. from the current 12% to 19% in the next twenty years. Given this expected ex-ponential growth, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, has looked at how baby boomers can achieve healthy aging.

If you're interested in ideas about how to age without getting old, here are some tips to get you started, using Betty White as your role model:

1. Cultivate humor in your daily life. Enjoy some belly laughs, even if the joking is aimed at you. Be playful, have fun and do something silly for a change. If you don't have friends with a good

By Rosemary Lichtman, Ph.D.

sense of humor, watch a comedy show, read the newspaper "funnies," get a book of jokes. The more pleasure you bring into your surroundings, the happier you will feel. You may even increase your lifespan and improve your health according to the National Institute of Aging.

2. Hang out with your peers. You'll find that you have lots of shared memories and can relate to the same music, references and events. Studies show that even though it's heartwarming to spend time with your adult children and grand-children, active seniors often prefer relating to others in their own cohort. To meet new friends with similar interests, contact your local university or community center for a schedule of their life-long learning opportunities.

3. Find the time to interact with younger friends too. You'll enjoy their different perspectives and the challenges they open up to you. If you share the same interests and hobbies, the fact that you are from different generations is less important than what you can each contribute to one another. When Betty White hosted Saturday Night Live she had fun, the show registered its highest ratings in years and it recharged her career.

4. Work with what you've got to stay in shape. Start slowly, perhaps walking with a friend or exercising on your own. When you're ready, look for a fitness center that has classes for all levels of physical ability - ranging from salsa hi-impact aerobics through belly dancing, stretch classes and water aerobics to chair classes and tai chi for balance. That way you'll be able to challenge you body no matter where you're starting - and have fun in the

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process. And incorporating healthy habits into your daily routine will help you feel younger.

5. Exercise your brain just as you do your body to keep up mental vitality. The Seattle Longitudinal Study found that two-thirds of older Americans doing brain exercises had significant cognitive improvement. These kinds of mental challenges build new neural pathways that help buffer the brain against age-related losses. Injecting novelty into everyday tasks can have a similar effect.

6. Set goals for yourself and do something mean-ingful. Research shows that people who are sociable, generous and goal-oriented are generally happier and healthier than other people. Think about what kinds of activities bring you the most satisfaction and plan how you can spend more time doing them. You may want to look for places to volunteer in your community through Senior Corps or America's Natural and Cultural Resources Volunteer Portal. Or contact your local school or community center to for opportunities to tutor children. Sharing your wisdom with others will bring a spring into your step and joy into your life.

7. Include others in setting goals for your future. Perhaps this means those close to you - or your reaching out to a wider community. Stay youthful by involving yourself with family, friends and the world at large.

Betty White, with her lifelong concern for animals and her work advocating for them, has continued to dedicate herself to animal welfare. Draw on your connections to stay involv-ed with a community as you continue your life. When growing children are misbehaving, some say, "Act your age." But it's more complicated when sandwiched boomers are trying to figure out exactly what that means for them. Is age set by the calendar, by your experiences, by how youlook, by how you feel physically? Don't let others define you. Your real age is a matter of how you think about you life and by your vision of the future.

Rosemary Lichtman, Ph.D. is a family relationship expert with a model

for change. Coping with stress, acting-out teens, aging parents, boomer-

ang kids or difficult daughters-in-law? V

isit http://www.NourishingRelationships.blogspot.com and http://www.

HerMentorCenter.comfor tips, ebooks & free ezine. (c) 2010, Her Mentor

Center

Your Real Age Is How You Think About Your Life

process. And incorporating healthy habits into your daily routine will help you feel younger.

5. Exercise your brain just as you do your body to keep up mental vitality. The Seattle Longitudinal Study found that two-thirds of older Americans doing brain exercises had significant cognitive improvement. These kinds of mental challenges build new neural pathways that help buffer the brain against age-related losses. Injecting novelty into everyday tasks can have a similar effect.

6. Set goals for yourself and do something mean-ingful. Research shows that people who are sociable, generous and goal-oriented are generally happier and healthier than other people. Think about what kinds of activities bring you the most satisfaction and plan how you can spend more time doing them. You may want to look for places to volunteer in your community through Senior Corps or America's Natural and Cultural Resources Volunteer Portal. Or contact your local school or community center to for opportunities to tutor children. Sharing your wisdom with others will bring a spring into your step and joy into your life.

7. Include others in setting goals for your future. Perhaps this means those close to you - or your reaching out to a wider community. Stay youthful by involving yourself with family, friends and the world at large.

Betty White, with her lifelong concern for animals and her work advocating for them, has continued to dedicate herself to animal welfare. Draw on your connections to stay involv-ed with a community as you continue your life. When growing children are misbehaving, some say, "Act your age." But it's more complicated when sandwiched boomers are trying to figure out exactly what that means for them. Is age set by the calendar, by your experiences, by how youlook, by how you feel physically? Don't let others define you. Your real age is a matter of how you think about you life and by your vision of the future.

Rosemary Lichtman, Ph.D. is a family relationship expert with a model

for change. Coping with stress, acting-out teens, aging parents, boomer-

ang kids or difficult daughters-in-law? V

isit http://www.NourishingRelationships.blogspot.com and http://www.

HerMentorCenter.comfor tips, ebooks & free ezine. (c) 2010, Her Mentor

Center

Your Real Age Is How You Think About Your LifeA real comedy standout on TV and in the movies lately - among all the youthful as well as botoxed, lifted, heavily made-up faces - has been Betty White. Lifetime Achievement Award winner at 88 and one-half, as Betty proudly declares, White is the poster gal for throwing away the calendar when talking about age.









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Betty White, with her passionate life long con-cern for animals and her work advocating for

Rosemayr Lichtman, Ph.D. is a family relationship expert with a model for change. Coping with stress, acting-out teens, aging parents, boomerang kids or difficult daughters-in-law?

visit www.NourishingRelationships.blogspot.com and www.HerMentroCenter.com for tips, ebooks & free ezine. (c) 2010, Her Mentor Center

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Trying to care for a loved one who is getting older is tough

enough, but keeping them independent can sometimes seem like

an impossible task. There are several ways seniors can stay

young and remain independent with very little effort needed.

This includes a few simple aids to daily living and some very

unusual homecare supplies, not often associated with seniors.

Incorporating Aids to Daily Living

Often times, it isn't that seniors can't stay on their own or

need constant attention; they simply need help doing certain

things. This is where homecare supplies and the right aids to

daily living can really help. Best of all, many of these

homecare supplies are affordable, easy to install, and minimally

invasive on the homeowner's atmosphere.

For example, one of the most common areas of the home that

How To Help Aging Loved Ones Live IndependentlyBy Christine Harrell

require a few important aids to daily living is the bathroom.

The restricted movements older family members acquire as they

get older makes it difficult for them to get in and out of the

bathtub or shower. Simple movements like getting on and off the

toilet, or in and out of the bathtub can also be a big problem.

In general, the elderly have difficulty any time their center

of gravity is significantly shifted from its

normal position. This makes homecare supplies such

as support bars and shower chairs almost essential

items to have.

Technology

Studies show that modern communication technology

can be a terrific addition to an older person's

lifestyle. Many older adults complain that they

are often isolated from loved ones because of

distance and an inability to travel freely. This leads to

depression and restlessness that can significantly

decrease their health and mobility. But, with technologies

such as video calling, social networks, and email, aging

adults are able to visit with their loved ones and 'stay

in the loop'.

Though often thought of as kid's games, video gaming systems

such as Wiis can go a long way to keeping aging loved ones

active and having fun. There are a number of sports and mind

stimulating games to keep seniors moving and exercising. In

fact, this is quickly becoming one of the more popular items

in senior complexes. And when combined with a healthy diet,

researchers have seen notable improvements in older people's

health, as well as longer life spans, when then incorporate

active forms of technology into their lives.

Programs and Group Activities

Loneliness can impair an ailing loved one's health. But with

the emergence of a number of senior's programs, older loved

ones can socialize with others, enjoy various activities they

might not normally enjoy, and enjoy some physical and mental

activity. This keeps their minds sharps, life fun, and allows

them to feel a sense of accomplishment.

Aids to daily living can go a long way to keeping older

community members from seeking more permanent, full-time care.

Taking action on these tips and ideas only requires a bit of

initial work, but can be an incredible benefit for the entire

family.boomers... living life to the fullest

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active and having fun. There are a number of sports and mind

stimulating games to keep seniors moving and exercising. In

fact, this is quickly becoming one of the more popular items

in senior complexes. And when combined with a healthy diet,

researchers have seen notable improvements in older people's

health, as well as longer life spans, when then incorporate

active forms of technology into their lives.

Programs and Group Activities

Loneliness can impair an ailing loved one's health. But with

the emergence of a number of senior's programs, older loved

ones can socialize with others, enjoy various activities they

might not normally enjoy, and enjoy some physical and mental

activity. This keeps their minds sharps, life fun, and allows

them to feel a sense of accomplishment.

Aids to daily living can go a long way to keeping older

community members from seeking more permanent, full-time care.

Taking action on these tips and ideas only requires a bit of

initial work, but can be an incredible benefit for the entire

family.

SENIOR SCENE LIvINg INDEPENDENTLy | 57

2012 novemember | december / boomer buzz magazine

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