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Social Security: Your Questions Answered

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This Issue

September / October 2014

Volume 3, Number 5

Are you in Retirement

Danger? 5

Social Security 6

Your questions answered

Boomer Travel 7

Fall food festivals

Health & Wellness

Back to Basics 11

Boomer Healthy Eating 15

Fall tailgate time

New Blog: F-Being Old 18

Live the “Blue Zone” lifestyle

B2B Marketplace 19

Business 2 Boomers Marketplace

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Alexandra Maragha

Editor-In-Chief

Send Letters and Feedback to: Alexandra@theamericanboomer.com

Fall back to Basics

Fall is a time for change. Change can come in the most beautiful of

ways as nature provides the most scenic landscapes for all to enjoy.

It is with this organic motivation that this issue is created.

The basics of life and most happiness is rooted in wellness. Health is

measured to cover three areas including mind body and soul. Our

feature brings back basic elements that contribute to encouraging

wellness and brings benefits of happiness and improved lifestyles

through water, walking and working relationships, especially for

Boomers.

Boomer travel can give pure joy from experiencing the organic

elements to which the season offers and that local festivals bring to

many to share and celebrate. Boomer Chef Eben Atwater presents a

basic and tasty new look at tailgating with a simple chicken on the

grill and complementing salad.

Falling back to the basics in anything can prove to be the most

satisfying and productive way to turn, when looking to improve and

enhance your life. Enjoy this issue.

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John Jamieson

A bad investment can be a serious wealth stealer, but as much as

it matters how much you lose, it can matter equally when the loss

occurs. As you approach or enter your retirement years, declines

in the value of your portfolio can be especially devastating.

"Dollar-cost averaging" describes

how you can benefit even when

the market goes backwards -- if you

don't need to withdraw your mon-

ey anytime soon, and continue to

regularly invest when prices are low. Let's say you invest $500 a

month in a mutual fund. When the fund is $15 a share, you're buy-

ing more share than when it's $20. Then when the market comes

back and your fund hopefully goes up, you own more shares, so

your gains will be bigger.

However, dollar-cost averaging assumes that you are in the accu-

mulation phase of life and will keep putting in fresh money toward

retirement for awhile. It also assumes you have enough time be-

fore you'll need the money to allow your portfolio to rebound

from any significant downturns.

If you're in the distribution phase of life and are taking funds out

of that mutual fund, what you run up against is the phenomenon

of "reverse dollar cost averaging." If you are taking out $3,000 a

month to help cover your retirement expenses, and you have to

sell shares at the lower $15 apiece price, you'll need to sell more

of them, which means you won't be holding them when they re-

cover. And sales like that can cause you to run out of money

quicker.

Enter the Retirement Danger Zone

The retirement danger zone begins when you get within 10 years

of your scheduled retirement date, and lasts for the remainder of

your life. Any losses you take during this phase can dramatically

affect the quality of your later years. Many older people who ex-

perienced such pains to their portfolios in 2007 and 2008 found

that they couldn't afford to retire on schedule, or had to go back

to work to supplement their income. According to the Federal

Reserve, the median net worth for Americans ages 55 to 64 went

down approximately 33 percent from 2007 to 2010.

Stock indexes are hitting records again now, and enthusiasm may

be causing some people to forget just how fast the market can

turn. It is

critical for

those in

the retirement danger zone to begin to

reallocate more of their retirement funds

toward rock-solid products that remove

any risk of market loss. Below are some

places you could reallocate money from

stock and bond mutual funds to places with much less volatility.

The old rule of thumb is that you will sacrifice decent growth to

preserve your principal. In many cases, that is true.

Savings accounts have a pitiful rate of growth and should be used

strictly for a liquid emergency fund. The principal is protected and

FDIC-insured.

Money market accounts are usually very safe and offer a higher --

but still low -- growth rate than savings accounts. They are very

liquid.

Fixed annuities offer better rates than above but are not liquid.

Annuities come built in with an early withdrawal penalty that can

wipe out modest gains if funds are needed sooner than expected.

Don't confuse a fixed annuity with a variable annuity that tracks

the markets and hence are subject to large losses. Variable annui-

ties are not a place for retirement danger zone money.

Certificates of deposit offer more interest than savings accounts

but take away liquidity. CDs are for defined periods from 30 days

to a number of years. The longer you agree to not touch the mon-

ey, the more interest the bank will pay.

Fixed indexed annuities are a hybrid of fixed and variable annuities

that will protect your principal in down markets but allow you to

participate in a portion of the gains in up markets. You can also

buy a lifetime income rider that will assure a certain income for

you and your spouse's lifetime. They are illiquid for the first seven

to 10 years, depending on the product. They could be a great

place for IRA funds to grow safely.

Cash accounts allow people to deposit funds with some life insur-

ance companies on a fixed rate of return that is usually more

attractive than what banks offers. When banks are paying 0.5 per-

cent, some of these accounts pay 3 percent. These accounts are

generally liquid -- but if you withdraw from the account, you must

withdraw the entire balance.

Are You in the Retirement

Danger Zone? ?

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Social Security:

Your questions answered

Answer:

Whether you apply for retirement benefits online, by phone or

in an office, we suggest that you have the following information

at hand when you do it—it will make completing the application

easier for you.

Your birthdate, place of birth and Social Security number;

Your bank account number and your bank's routing num-

ber, for direct deposit;

The amount of money you earned last year and this year. If

you are applying for benefits in the months of September

through December, you may also need to provide an esti-

mate of what you expect to earn next year if you plan to

continue working;

The name and address of your employer(s) for this year and

last year;

The beginning and ending dates of any active military ser-

vice you had prior to 1968; and

The name, Social Security number and date of birth of your

current and any former spouses.

Depending on your situation, you may need to provide addi-

tional documentation with your application. We’ll give you in-

structions on how to mail or bring it to us. To get started, visit

our Retirement Planner at www.socialsecurity.gov/retire2.

Answer:

Most people must wait until age 65 to qualify for Medicare ben-

efits. Some people can get Medicare at any age, including those

who:

Have been getting Social Security disability benefits for 24

months or more;

Have kidney failure and require dialysis;

Have had a kidney transplant; or

Receive disability benefits because they suffer from amyo-

trophic lateral sclerosis (also known as Lou Gehrig’s dis-

ease). You can apply online for Medicare at

www.socialsecurity.gov/medicareonly.

Answer:

To change the date of birth shown on our records, take the fol-

lowing steps:

Complete an Application For A Social Security Card

(Form SS-5);

Show us documents proving:

U.S. citizenship (if you have not previously established your

citizenship with us);

Age; and

Identity; and * Take (or mail) your completed application

and documents to your local Social Security office.

Note that all documents must be either originals or copies certi-

fied by the issuing agency. We cannot accept photocopies or

notarized copies of documents. For details on the documents

you’ll need, visit www.socialsecurity.gov/ss5doc.

By Karyl Richson , Social Security Public Affairs Specialist

What type of information will I need to provide if I’d

like to apply online for Social Security retirement

benefits?

I am 65 and my wife is 62 and receiving spouse's

benefits. When will she qualify for Medicare

benefits?

I noticed that my date of birth in Social Security’s

records is wrong. How do I get that corrected?

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America’s Best Fall Food America’s Best Fall Food America’s Best Fall Food FestivalsFestivalsFestivals

Fodor’s Travel www.fodors.com

Great American

Beer Festival

Where: Denver

When: October 2–4, 2014

Founded in 1982, the Great Ameri-can Beer Festival is a celebration of the best brews produced around the

Looking to enjoy the best of fall in every part of the country? Take October and November to

follow the colors of fall where they land and where each sight is matched with tastes that are

reflective of local harvests, festivals and traditions.

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country, with nearly 700 breweries represented at last year's festi-val. When you've had your fill of beer, sample some of the artisanal

cheeses, hosted by the American Cheese Society, or check out the Farm to Table Pavilion, featuring the best chefs working in the U.S.

American Royal BBQ

Where: Kansas City

When: October 2–5, 2014 (World Series of Barbecue)

Since 1899, the American Royal has hosted one of the country's premiere rodeos, and with the addition of the World Series of Barbecue, the event has become a food event as well. Put on by The American Royal Association, a not-for-profit organization based in Kansas City, the event hosts the largest barbecue festival in the world and is the "season finale for the competitive barbecue circuit," featuring more than 550 teams vying for titles in four meat categories.

National Apple Harvest Festival

Where: Arendtsville, Pennsylvania

When: October 4–5, 11–12, 2014

Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, the National Apple Harvest Festival rounds out its fruit-themed offer-ings with antique car displays, chainsaw carving, and a petting zoo. You'll find apples baked, pressed, jellied, candied, and more; when you're ready to try something

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else, be sure to pick up one of the festival's steak sand-wiches.

Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival

Where: New York City

When: October 16–19, 2014

With proceeds going to hunger-relief charities, the New York City Wine & Food Festival brings together the best of the Big Apple and celebrity chefs from around the world. Gregory Marchand, Christopher Kostow, Andy Ricker, Dominique Ansel, Tom Colicchio, and Mario Ba-tali will all be making an appearance at this year's festi-val, and chef demonstrations will include everything from vegan and raw dinners to butchering lessons. Ad-mission doesn't come cheap at these events, but the world-class talent and noble cause make the price well worth it.

Keene Pumpkin Festival

Where: Keene, New Hampshire

When: October 18, 2014

After setting an attendance record last year with more

than 30,500 festivalgoers, the Keene Pumpkin Festival

returns to this sleepy New Hampshire town better than

ever this year. With jack-o'-lantern-lined streets and the

smell of maple cotton candy in the air, this charming fes-

tival captures the quintessence of fall in New England.

The Great Pumpkin Mile race kicks off the day first thing

in the morning, and the festival ends with the Pump(kin)

Dump Derby, a race that pits teams against each other

as they clean up after the festival.

Wellfleet OysterFest

Where: Wellfleet, Cape Cod, Massachusetts

When: October 18–19, 2014

Seafood lovers shouldn't miss this annual Cape Cod tra-dition, now entering its 14th year of oyster-themed fes-

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tivities. The Oyster Shuck-Off competition is the high-light of OysterFest, and judging of the tedious event has been known to rile up the good-natured crowd in the past. Aside from the competition, check out the Crabgrass (bluegrass) music on the Main Stage or enter the round-robin tennis tournament.

Kona Coffee Cultural Festival

Where: Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

When: November 7–16, 2014

The coffee culture on Hawaii's Big Island stretches back nearly 200 years, with many fifth-generation coffee farmers populating the Kona region.

The annual Kona Coffee Cultural Festival celebrates the

island's world-renowned beans with coffee-picking contests, cooking demonstrations, farm tours, and the crown-ing of Miss Kona Coffee.

Source: www.fodors.com

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Water, walking and working relationships prove to be the most

basic stress reducers and the most overlooked in maintaining

health and happiness.

Boomer Health & Wellness:

Back to Basics

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The Healthy Wonders With Water

www.Webmd.com

Stay Slimmer With Water

Trying to lose weight? Water revs up metabolism

and helps you feel full.

Replace calorie-filled beverages with water, and

drink a glass before meals to help you feel fuller.

Drinking more water helps amp up metabolism -

especially if your glass is icy cold. Your body must

work to warm the water up, burning a few extra

calories in the process.

Water Boosts Your Energy

If you're feeling drained and depleted, get a pick-

me-up with water. Dehydration makes you feel

tired.

The right amount of water will help your heart

pump your blood more effectively.

And water can help your blood transport oxygen

and other essential nutrients to your cells.

Lower Stress With Water

About 70% to 80% of your brain tissue is water. If

you're dehydrated, your body and your mind are

stressed.

If you're feeling thirsty, you're already a little dehy-

drated.

To keep stress levels down, keep a glass of water

at your desk or carry a sports bottle and sip regu-

larly.

Build Muscle Tone With Water

Drinking water helps prevent muscle cramping

and lubricates joints in the body.

When you're well hydrated, you can exercise long-

er and stronger without "hitting the wall."

Nourish Your Skin

Fine lines and wrinkles are deeper when you're

dehydrated. Water is nature's own beauty cream.

Drinking water hydrates skin cells and

plumps them up, making your face look

younger.

It also flushes out impurities and im-

proves circulation and blood flow, help-

ing your skin glow.

Stay Regular With Water

Along with fiber, water is important for

good digestion.

Water helps dissolve waste particles and

passes them smoothly through your di-

gestive tract.

If you're dehydrated, your body absorbs

all the water, leaving your colon dry and

making it more difficult to pass waste.

Water Reduces Kidney Stones

The rate of painful kidney stones is rising. One of

the reasons could be because people -- including

children -- aren't drinking enough water.

Water dilutes the salts and minerals in your urine

that form the solid crystals known as kidney

stones.

Kidney stones can't form in diluted urine, so re-

duce your risk with plenty of water!

Are You Drinking Enough Water?

Most healthy adults get enough to drink by letting

their thirst guide them.

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But the exact amount you need depends on your

size, level of activity, the weather, and your gen-

eral health.

You may need more water if you exercise or

sweat heavily.

Walking for a Healthy Heart

Walking is a form of aerobic exercise and is one

of the easiest ways to increase your physical ac-

tivity and improve your health. Physical activity

increases your heart rate, strengthens your heart,

and increases blood circulation through your

body, bringing more oxygen and nutrients to your

organs. Exercise also increases your

lungs' ability to take in oxygen, lowers

blood pressure, helps to reduce body

fat, and improves blood sugar and cho-

lesterol levels.

Have a checkup before beginning an

exercise program. If you have heart

problems, your doctor may want to do

tests to find out how much activity your heart can

safely handle.

Start out slowly at first, with a warm-up in the be-

ginning, a faster pace in the middle, and a cool

down at the end.

To stay motivated, walk with friends, coworkers,

or pets. Set goals you can reach.

Use a pedometer to count your steps. Wear it all

day and try to take at least 2,000 more steps a

day than you normally do, and gradually increase

your steps over time.

Try to do at least 2½ hours of moderate exercise

a week.* One way to do this is to be active 30

minutes a day, at least 5 days a week.

Why is walking good for my heart?

Your heart is a muscle with fibers that allow it to

contract and pump blood. When used during aer-

obic exercise, the heart becomes more efficient

and pumps more blood with each heartbeat. Ex-

ercise, such as walking, also increases your

muscles' ability to take oxygen from the blood. A

more efficient heart can pump more blood with

each heartbeat and deliver more oxygen and nu-

trients to other organs.

How can I stay motivated with a walking pro-

gram?

One of the best ways to stay motivated to walk is

to include other people. Ask friends and cowork-

ers to join you. Join a walking group or club.

Buy a pedometer. Wear it every day, and

count your steps. The first time you wear it,

count how many steps you normally take in a

day. Set a goal for increasing it each day or

week. Try to start with an increase of 2,000

steps a day and work toward 10,000. Get oth-

ers to join you and set goals as a group.

Walk before or after work or on your lunch

break. Instead of taking a snack or coffee

break, take a walk break.

If the weather is bad, take comfortable shoes

to the mall and walk several laps inside.

Walk to work, school, the grocery store, or a

restaurant.

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Walk around your neighborhood, around an

entire park, or to do errands.

Schedule walks on your business calendar.

Turn a walk into a brainstorming session with

a coworker.

Wear comfortable shoes and socks that cush-

ion your feet.

Drink plenty of water. Take a bottle with you

when you walk.

Be safe, and know your surroundings. Walk in

a well-lighted, safe place.

Plan family outings around walks together.

Take your dog on a walk.

Set a goal to participate in an organized fit-

ness walk.

*Citations: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (2008). 2008 Physical Activity Guide-

lines for Americans (ODPHP Publication No. U0036). Washington, DC: U.S. Government Printing

Office. Available online: http://www.health.gov/paguidelines/guidelines/default.aspx.

Working Relationships

Social connections

are the relation-

ships you have with

the people around

you. They may be

close, like family,

friends, and

coworkers, or more

distant, like people you know casually. They can

be as close as next door or so far away that you

only connect with them by telephone or through

the Internet.

Your network of relationships may be big or

small. One or two close family members or

friends may be all you need to feel supported and

valued. Whether your circle is big or small, the

important thing is that you are there for each

other.

Why are social connections important?

Resilience, the ability to bounce back after

stressful situations, is strengthened when you

give and receive support. Building positive rela-

tionships with people can make a difference in

how resilient you are. Try to connect with people

who have a positive outlook and can make you

laugh and help you. The more positive your rela-

tionships are, the better you'll be able to face

life's challenges.

The support you get from your social connections

can add to your feelings of meaning and purpose

in life. These, in turn, add to your resilience. Hap-

py, resilient people tend to be more connected to

the people around them. Resilient people know

that they can depend on the strength of their fam-

ily and friends when the going gets tough.

Remember that giving support is just as im-

portant as getting support. You count on your so-

cial connections for support, but they also count

on you. Ask others about their families, jobs, and

interests, and help them when you can. Don't al-

ways focus on your challenges or talk about your-

self. Know when it's time to listen or just enjoy

your friends' company. Giving support to others

builds the social bonds that help make you resili-

ent.

How can you make more social connections?

There are many ways you can start building posi-

tive relationships:

Invite a friend who makes you laugh, and go

to a funny movie.

Send an encouraging email or text message

to someone who's going through a hard time.

Look for a faith community that shares your

views. It may also have its own organized so-

cial groups.

Call a food bank or hospital and ask about

their volunteer programs.

You can also connect with people through social

media on the Internet. Many people interact more

freely with people they can't see face-to-face.

Online forums about specific interests can be a

good choice for people who cannot leave their

homes or are shy or self-conscious.

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BOOMER HEALTHY EATING:

Fall Tailgate Time What began as a simple picnic behind the family Rambler has become an institution. There are designated areas, folks who camp out to cook, (and never even enter the stadiums), and even professional cooking competitions centered on the pursuit. Wherever you fall in that pantheon, you owe it to you and yours to make some-thing great before the big game. While there's nothing at all wrong with the stalwarts of a good tailgate, dogs, burgers and the like can be a bit heavy for our mature constitutions. Here's our suggestion for a perfect tailgate meal that's a bit lighter on the ol' gut, but every bit as

satisfying. If a nicely grilled chicken is a thing of beauty, then a butterflied bird is the pinnacle. This elegant and de-ceptively simple method leads to a better bird. Chick-en on the grill is hugely popular for good reason, but it’s also the top victim of overcooking, resulting in a stringy, dried out final product. As much as any other factor, that problem is a function of portion size. The smaller the chunk, the easier it is to over do it. Con-versely, a whole chicken makes a fine vehicle for staying plump and juicy on outdoor cookers. Making a chicken relatively flat is easy as all get out, and if, like Monica, (Sorry, Babe), you have a love-hate relationship with sharp knives, it’s a perfect process for you. A pair of decent kitchen shears is all you need, and here's how you do it. A full chicken of an decent size will easily feed four. Read the whole piece and make yourself a shopping list for this meal. There are a few must-have ingredi-ents you owe it to yourselves to try if you don't al-ready have them in your pantry. Here's the scoop. * Purchase a nice, whole chicken that's as good as you can get; quality always matters, so fresh and local beats frozen from wherever every time. * Find a freshly baked baguette as well. * Grains of Paradise are not a true pepper. This is a legendary spice that has a depth and breadth of fla-vor like no other. * Champagne Vinegar is made in the same manner as the more common varieties, but uses champagne grapes or the bubbly itself. It has a light, sharp fruiti-ness like no other vinegar, and makes a sublime Di-jon vinaigrette. * Meyer Lemons are often described as a cross be-tween a lemon and an orange, which is pretty accu-

Recipes and Photos from

Chef Eben Atwater

www.urbanmonique.com

Fall is, far and away, my favorite season. It puts me in mind of all the wonderful stuff that comes to fruition

right about now. Apples, squash, grapes, nuts, a myriad of delights flourish in crisp, cool nights and warm days.

And of course, there's also football. Here in the great northwest, our beloved Seattle Seahawks are flush from

their first Super Bowl win, as the U.W. Huskies and W.S.U. Cougars start their seasons as well. All that means one thing to a foodie, and that's tailgating.

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If you're not sure either of those options sound enticing, consider a local hard cider. Angry Orchard is a great cider, widely available these days. They recently released an Elderflower hard cider that is an absolute delight. Elderflower liqueurs date back to ancient times in Europe, but are relatively new to our shores. This cider has subtle floral notes and a distinct tang that blends perfectly with this great meal, and they go down lighter than beer. Alright, so, now you're stadium side and ready to rock. While you can do the butterfly ahead of time if you like, if you've got the work surface where you'll tailgate, doing it there is a nice show in and of itself. After checking the cavity of your bird for giblets, neck, etc, flip it over so it’s breast side down. Take your shears and line them up just to the right or left of the spine, and cut a straight line all the way through from one end to the other. Re-peat on the other side of the spine. That’s all the cutting you’ve got to do, (told ya it was easy). Grab the spine and pull it away from the bird; there won’t be much left holding it on. Now, flip the bird over, arrange it evenly, then give it a squish with your palms, as if you're giving the whole bird CPR. With a firm push or two, you’ll end up with a beautifully butterflied bird, ready to rub and cook. Tuck the wings in against the body, so they'll cook more evenly with the rest of the bird.

Smoky Chicken Rub 1 teaspoon black Pepper

rate. They are sweeter and more complex than plain lemons. Grill-ing them lightly enhances their sweet, tart flavors even more. This wonderful meal deserves great beverages as an accompani-ment. If beer is your choice, consider a local Hefeweizen. This hearty fall specialty is brewed with a high percentage of wheat malt, which imparts a lovely grassy note to the taste profile and a nice, full mouth feel. I prefer the unfiltered versions, and they're definitely worth a try. If wine is more your style, this is a perfect meal for a good Char-donnay. The rich, buttery tang of the wine is a great palate cleans-er and compliments the bird and the salad well.

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1/2 teaspoon Grains of Paradise (Sub more pepper if you don't have this, but go find some as well!) 1 teaspoon Alderwood Smoked Salt 1 teaspoon Smoked Sweet Paprika 1/2 teaspoon granulated Garlic 1 Tablespoon extra virgin Olive Oil Juice of 1 Meyer Lemon (Regular lemon is OK as a sub) Combine all the dry ingredients in a spice grinder and give them a whirl. Add oil and lemon to dry in a small mixing bowl. Allow rub to rest for about 15 minutes, so flavors can marry. Rub evenly over the bird and allow to rest for another 15 minutes while the grill heats up. Grill over gas or charcoal, covered. Start the bird skin side down and grill for 15 minutes. In addition to the obvious, this allows some of the fat to render and the skin to crisp up nicely. Using tongs, carefully flip the whole thing once, and grill for about 20 minutes more. Check the internal temperature with a quick read thermometer; you're looking to be right about 155° F. If you don't have a thermometer, make a small cut between drumstick and back; if the juice therefrom runs clear, you're good to go. Remove the bird from the fire and allow a 10 minute rest. The bird will continue to cook, ending up with an internal temp right around 165° F. While the bird is cooking, you'll prepare a simple grilled Romaine salad, with a Dijon vinaigrette made with Champagne vinegar.

Grilled Romaine Salad 1/2 Heart of Romaine

1/4 to 1/2 fresh Meyer Lemon, (again, plain old lemons are just fine too) 1 Tablespoon shredded Parmegiano Regiano cheese For the dressing, (Serves 4) Dijon Vinaigrette 1/3 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2 Tablespoons Champagne Vinegar 2 teaspoons Dijon Mustard Pinch of Sea Salt Variant: Add 1/2 teaspoon of good local honey or agave nectar. Combine all ingredients and whisk briskly. Allow the dressing to sit so the flavors can marry while you grill the romaine. Slice romain hearts and lemons in half. Trim any long leaves from the hearts. Lightly brush each half with Olive oil. Set hearts and lemons, (sliced side down), on a moderately hot grill and tend carefully. Start of the outer or rounded side and grill for about half a minute, then flip to the flat side for another minute or so. You're not cooking the lettuce, per se, rather you're adding a bit of the grilled flavors and heating the oil and fruit. Remove all from grill. Arrange hearts on a platter or pan. Drizzle with the vinaigrette, and sprinkle lightly with the cheese. Arrange lemon halves around hearts. Portion chicken into breasts, wings, drums, and backs and serve with the salad, fresh bread and the beverage of your choice. Go Hawks!

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Score Big for The Blue Zone

Lifestyle!

By John A. Vardallas

Founder/CEO, TheAmericanBoomeR.com

Getting older for us Boomers doesn’t mean we are destined to becoming decrepit and lonesome. Since medical advanc-es have pushed life expectancies in the USA to 81 for wom-en and 76 for men we have a good deal of time to look for-ward to in living our golden years.

However in some parts of the world called “Blue Zones” 70 year olds are considered teenagers!

In these 5 areas of the world Sardinia Italy; Ikaria Greece; Nicoya Peninsula Costa Rica; Loma Linda, California; and Okinawa Japan is where researchers have found folks who have a higher chance of reaching the age of 100 and whose populations live the longest on earth.

Being a geography buff I did some checking about these places in addition to having visited all of these areas in past travels. We boomers stand to learn much from these sen-iors who don’t take pills, vitamins, jog three miles a day or work out on their treadmills at home.

In addition to longevity of life, inhabitants of these Blue Zones have less cancer, cardiovascular disease, depression and dementia than other parts of their continents. And in Greece the men outlive the women.

Some key longevity characteristics of these Blue Zoners in-clude the fact that most groups live a rural lifestyle that in-cludes farming and gardening. Sheepherders in Sardinia spend much of their time walking and often drink red wine. Okinawa s residents drink Sake, remain active and honor the elderly. Costa Ricans drink red wine and stay close to fami-lies.

In Loma Linda there is a large population of Seventh-day Adventists who have developed a close community and have strict diets. The Ikarian Greeks stay true to their coun-try foods by eating a healthy Mediterranean diet rich in

fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, nuts, healthy fats, fish and seafood (and red wine).

So in addition to keeping a Passion and Purpose for redefining our second half of life, we Boomers need to check out these Blue Zone Centenarians for longevity aging tips.

“10 Lessons Learned for Living Longer”

1. Move Naturally.

2. Know Your Purpose- Have a reason for wak-ing up everyday.

3. Chill out and Kick Back- Shed the stress by napping, praying, playing games.

4. Eat Less Overall.

5. Eat Less Meat-More Beans& Greens.

6. Drink in Moderation (especially red wine).

7. Have Faith and Spirituality.

8. Put Family First and Experience the Power of Love.

9. Stay Social- surround yourself with a healthy network of positive people.

10. Belong to and Make a Difference in your Community.

You don’t have to move to a Blue Zone to take advantage of long life. I would rather have us Boomers learn to create our own Blue Zone lifestyle in our homes and communities.

So get ready Toledo to be the next Blue Zone!

Source: National Geographic

FF–– Being OldBeing Old

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