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We know that reading develops our verbal abilities, improves our focus and concentration, as well as our imagi-

nation, and makes us well-informed in academic and scholarly conver-sations. So why are we not reading more and more books every day? Ruben Chavez of “ThinkGrowPros-per” states that “We usually invest in what we believe to be what’s next.” It is scary to see how many bookstores are closing down to make room for Fast-Food places in our Malls and other shopping venues.

Families enjoy many pastimes together, including watching the Superbowl, the NCAA playoffs, the NBA, and the Stanley Cup finals, hiking, fishing, and visiting many historical and theme parks. They enjoy every moment of these activi-ties, especially when watching these games where the atmosphere could be so electrifying, with most of them screaming at the top of their lungs for their teams. They also enjoy the snacks and finger foods prepared to make the atmosphere more enjoy-able for all.

Parents also support children who choose meaningful activities to occupy their time, especially when the skills they gain could lead to a fu-ture career. And so the children par-ticipate in baseball, basketball, soc-

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If the winter months have left you weary andyearning for a summer vacation, now is the

perfect time to start planning your getaway.With many children and grandchildren homefrom school, summer is the perfect time tospend a lazy day at the beach or lounging by thepool. Given the popularity of summer timetravel, planning ahead will allow you to fully enjoya stress-free summer vacation.

Whether you are planning to head over-seas or go on a weeklong getaway this summer,it is best to start your vacation travel planning assoon as possible. If you’re traveling with yourfamily, be sure to accommodate everyone’sschedule ahead of time to avoid last-minutebooking changes. Be sure to include your petsand home in your plans—make arrangementsfor a house sitter or pet care ahead of time.

Consider discussing your travel plans witha travel agent—a travel agent can ensure thatevery aspect of your vacation is taken care of,including airfare, a car rental and a hotel room,if needed.

Keep an Eye on the Price: With the in-creasing popularity of flash sales sites, the travelindustry is no exception. While flash sites do notoffer the convenience of booking a ticket that

adheres to your specifications, keeping track ofsome travel flash sales might allow you to savebig on your travel arrangements. If you haveflexibility regarding travel destinations and traveldates, be sure to keep an eye on travel flash salesites. Some of the sites Fodor’s recommendsinclude: Spire.com; SniqueAway.com;

For this month’s El PuebloQuiz, please identify the

year in which the Los AngelesUnion Station first opened itsdoors to passengers. Onelucky winner with the correctanswer will win two AMCGold movie tickets from arandom drawing. Good luck,readers! Please send your an-swers by April 7 [email protected].

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THE FAMILY THAT READS TOGETHER…

Question 1:Little Joshua Neal had 36 identical rect-angular blocks. His teacher instructed him to put the blocks together to make larger rectangles, so that short sides of the rectangles are only matched up with short sides, and long sides of the rectangles are only matched up with long sides.

How many larger rectangles can Joshua make with the 36 blocks?

Question 2:Rafael, Cindy, and Ellen are play-ing a game with 3 dice. The object is to roll the 3 dice and then use the 3 numerals rolled, making as many unique 3-digit numbers as possi-

A card that everyone must have for life is a library card, because reading is a lifelong experience. Fam-ily visit to the library is on the decline, and with many bookstores in our neighbor-hoods closing down or be-ing swallowed up by giant bookstores, it is becoming difficult for families to have easy access to many books being published nowadays. Many of these books, nov-els, biographies, and nonfic-tions, usually contain truths that pertain to life. Reading them makes us knowledge-able, as the world is opened to us from the perspective of many intellectuals and writ-ers. And when we read as a family, we have very interest-ing discussions, conversa-tions, or even arguments on

ideas or scenarios portrayed.During family reading times, it

is good to read aloud, no matter the age of the children. Reading aloud is the foundation for literacy development. It provides the chil-dren with the demonstration of, not only using words and phrases, but also how to read fluently. Listening to others read also develops key understanding skills, and appre-ciation for how a story or idea was thought out and written about. It

cer, ski camps, and in playing video games, hoping it will lead to computer programming in the future. It is always good to encourage children to de-velop interest in the fields they excel in. But most of the time, such dedica-tion is to the detriment of an important pastime, reading together as a family.

Reading together as a family al-ways is a pleasurable experience, especially when we get lost in a very good story. A very good prime reader or story books for the kids help them visualize all the scenes described in

their heads, enhancing their imagina-tion. Gradually, as they grow up read-ing, they are able to understand com-plex and abstract ideas, and are able to convey deep, meaningful ideas on what they read or encounter. When we read as a family, the experience expands the vocabulary of the chil-dren, helping them to pronounce and use the right words and phrases for perfect understanding in all conversa-tions, whether it’s about life, the world, places they haven’t been to, or objects or phenomena they haven’t touched or encountered.

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ble. Each numeral can be used only once in the number (unless you roll more than one of a certain number; i.e., if you roll 2 fives, your answer will con-tain 2 fives). A player scores 10 points for each different 3-digit

number that he/she is able to form. In this game, the players rolled the following: Rafael rolled a 2, 4, and 6; Cindy rolled a 3, 5, and 5; and Ellen rolled a 1, 1, and 1. Who earned the most points in the game?

Good luck El Pueblo Readers! Please send your answers to: [email protected] by June 5, 2017.

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Every day, Medicare fraud af-fects people with Medicare and their families across the U.S. – regardless of background – robbing them of hard-earned money and peace of mind.

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mation is your best line of defense against health care fraud. Treat Medicare, Medicaid and Social Se-curity numbers like credit card num-bers. Never give them to a stranger and don’t carry your cards unless you need them for appointments. Medicare doesn’t call or visit to sell you anything. Outside of a trusted health care setting, never give this in-formation to anyone who asks for it.

2. DetectNo matter how careful you are,

you may be targeted for fraud. Al-ways review your Medicare state-ments closely. Things to look for include charges for something you didn’t purchase or receive, dupli-cate charges and charges for ser-

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vices not ordered by your doctor. Com-pare these documents to your personal records and receipts. Recording medi-

cal visits and procedures in a journal or on a calendar can help you keep track of what happened at each ap-pointment and make it easier to spot inaccuracies.

3. ReportIf you suspect you’ve been a tar-

get of fraud, report it. This can help you and others at risk for fraud. If you have questions about your Medi-care statements, call your health care provider.

If you’re uncomfortable call-ing or are not satisfied with the re-

sponse, help is available through your local Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP). SMP volunteers work with Medicare

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Suspected fraud can also be re-ported to 1-800-Medicare or by call-ing 1-800-HHS-TIPS.

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mediate cash in exchange for rights to future retirement or disability retire-ment payments. These pension loans, or “advances,” may be offered with unlawful or unfair terms, including ex-ceedingly high interest rates and fees. Some pension loan agreements may also require borrowers to purchase life insurance with the lender named as the beneficiary.

On February 16, 2017, Los Angeles City Attorney, Mike Feuer, filed a lawsuit against an individual and multiple com-panies that, allegedly, were involved in a predatory lending scheme that tar-geted vulnerable California pensioners.

The City Attorney’s lawsuit alleges that Scott Kohn, the owner and man-ager of a complex web of companies in California and across the country, including Cash Flow Investment Part-ners, LLC, Future Income Payments, LLC, London Square Specialty Ser-vices, LLC, Buysell Annuity, Inc., Pen-sion Advance, LLC, and PAS Califor-nia, LLC, marketed and issued preda-tory loans to retirees in need of money to pay for unexpected expenses, se-curing the loans with those individuals’ pensions. Among other things, Kohn allegedly charged interest rates as high as 96%, far above California’s 10% usury limit, and allegedly threatened borrowers (falsely) that defaulting on the loans could subject them to crimi-

INVESTMENTSPortfolio Value. At the end of

April, Chief Investment Officer Rod June reported that the Portfolio closed at $15.47 billion, a new high water mark for our Portfolio!

Total Fund Performance. The chart below shows the market value of each asset in the Portfolio as of the end of April.

In addition, the Portfolio’s To-tal Fund Performance at the end of March showed a month-end re-turn of 0.99%; a one-year return of 10.50%; a three-year return of 5.19%; a five-year return of 8.34%; and a ten-year return of 5.32%. Only the month-end time period and the five-year time period exceeded the LAC-ERS policy benchmark.

BENEFITSUPDATE Assistant General Manager Lita

Payne provided a verbal update to the Board on Member Ben-efits. Highlights include:

• Retirements - 900 members are scheduled to retire this year (out of 7,000 who are actually eligible to retire) vs. 780 members who retired last year. It is anticipated that 14% of eligible Members will retire over the next five years, trending towards 800 Members retiring each year.

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LACERS Updateby Gwendolyn Poindexter | Retired Assistant City Attorney | Contributing Columnist

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• Alive and Well audits – The Department is conducting an audit of Members 80 years and older to make sure they are “alive and well,” and determine wheth-er they are still eligible to receive, and are receiving, their benefits.

• LACERS Well – There are 17 Cham-pion-led events currently going on through the LACERS Well Program. (See below for recently-added events).

MEMBERALERTREGARDINGALLEGEDLYPREDATORYPENSIONLOANBUSINESSES

For those of you who have not recently logged onto the LACERS webpage, please note below the following alert that was re-cently posted on the website. I have copied it verbatim below:

“Persons receiving monthly pensions, including LACERS Retired Members, may be targeted by salespersons offering im-

TOTALFUNDPERFORMANCE

Asset ClassMarket Value

(in millions)

Actual (Percent to Total Fund)

Target Minimum Maximum

United States Equity

$ 4,084.7 26.4% 24.0% 19.0% 29.0%

Non-United States Equity

$ 4,700.7 30.4% 29.0% 24.0% 34.0%

Fixed Income $ 2,712.5 17.5% 19.0% 15.0% 22.0%Credit Opportunities

$ 774.9 5.0% 5.0% 0.0% 10.0%

Private Equity $ 1,526.1 9.9% 12.0% N/A N/AReal Assets (includes Private Real Estate and

Public Real Assets)

$ 1,533.8 9.9% 10.0% 2.0% 8.0%

Cash (includes cash account and transition account)

$ 138.7 0.9% 1.0% 0.0% 2.0%

Total Value $ 15, 471.4 100%

nal liability. According to the lawsuit’s allegations, Kohn also subjects pensioners in default to illegal and harassing debt collection practices, such as re-peated telephone calls starting as early as 5:30 a.m.

City Attorney Feuer seeks, among other things, an injunc-tion prohibiting Kohn from col-lecting on the predatory loans issued to California pensioners, as well as selling unlawful and fraudulent loans to California in-vestors. In addition, the lawsuit seeks restitution for pensioners, as well as civil penalties.If you or someone you know has been targeted by Scott Kohn or the companies listed above, or by companies who may be en-gaged in similar predatory pen-sion loan businesses, please contact the Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney at: [email protected], or call (213) 978-3347.”

LACERSWELL Since my article in April, several

new Champion-led LACERS Well activities have been added:

• Cabrillo Walk Thursday, June 15th, 9 a.m. Register online at: www.LACERS.

org/lacerswell, or by calling Member Services at

(800) 799-8328• Woodley Balboa Bike Ride 16821 Burbank Blvd, Encino 3rd Wednesday of the month, 10:00

a.m. Contact Ron Skarin at: ronskarin@

sbsglobal.net• Commissioner Cynthia Ruiz

Griffith Park Hike and Stretch Griffith Park Auditorium, Los Angeles 1st Friday of the month, 8:30 a.m. Contact Tara Miller at: lacerswell@

LACERS.org• West Covina Mall Walk and

Stretch West Covina Mall, West Covina Every Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00

a.m. Contact Pablo and Vivian Cortez at:

[email protected]• Lakewood Center Mall Walk

and Stretch Lakewood Center Mall, Lakewood Every Monday, 8 a.m. Contact Beverly Anderson at: the.an-

[email protected]• Pathfinder Park Walk and

Stretch Rowland Heights Every Wednesday, 9 a.m. Contact Joyce Kawai at: jkawai@

gmail.com• Madrugada Trail Hike and

Stretch Chino Hills Every Sunday, 4 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Contact Eugene Mandelcorn at:

[email protected]

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family, whatever you did — was in pursuit of happiness. Everything that humanity has done on this planet is in pursuit of happiness,” he observes. But these factors can be seen as externally rather than internally driven.

By contrast, another way to achieve sustained, long-term happiness involves starting from the inside. Sadhguru’s latest book, “Inner Engineering” offers guidance on how to achieve long-term happiness by focusing on yourself. The role of an Isha yoga practice, as outlined by Sadhgu-ru, is one element in the process of developing sustained happi-ness.

Isha yoga can help individuals develop happiness from within by build-ing confidence and health.

According to a recent survey of 536 adults who practiced Isha yoga, 98 percent reported improved mental clarity, 94 percent reported improved inner peace, and 92 percent reported improved emotional balance.

In addition, the Inner Engineering course “helps you put your life on self-start so you become in charge of your happiness, joy, and peace,” according to Sadhguru.

The course includes guidance on how to manage all aspects of one’s be-ing: mind, body, emotions, and “the fun-damental life energy within.” Interested individuals who have read Sadhguru’s

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There are subjects in life that need to be dis-cussed, but many of us tend to avoid them. Is-sues like mortality and money top the list. As par-ents and children grow older, a must-have con-versation should be the topic of estate planning, but do we know all that we should?

According to Fidel-ity Investments’ “Family & Finance Study,” the an-swer is a resounding — and rather scary — “no.” In fact, seven out of 10 of children underestimated their parents’ estate by an average of $278,000. That’s a big number between knowing what is go-ing on and not understanding at all. It illustrates a breakdown in communica-tion that Kevin Ruth, head of Fidelity’s wealth planning and personal trust, says badly needs addressing through ‘frank conversations” between parents and their adult children.

Talking About Estate Planning Needs To Happen Sooner Rather Than Later

It’s no secret: Americans are des-perate for sleep. In fact, the U.S. sleep aid market is expected to grow to $44 billion by 2020, according to data from Persistence Market Research. However, achieving better sleep may be as easy as changing what you eat.

A survey commissioned by the Cher-ry Marketing Institute and conducted online by Harris Poll in January 2017 among more than 2,000 adults suggests that Americans may be open to alternate sleep solutions. An overwhelming 83 percent of Americans would prefer to im-prove their sleep through diet rather than using over-the-counter sleep aids.

One promising solution that doesn’t require a trip down the pharmaceutical aisle: Montmorency tart cherry juice, which has been scientifically studied for its ability to help improve sleep quality and duration. Montmorency tart cherries

nesses to pass on — most people, could do with some solid estate planning

Plus, there’s the federal government to consider. After all, no one wants the government getting any more money than is legally required. Some think they have knowledge of investments like IRAs and Roth IRAs, but even dis-tributions from these accounts can be problematic if the aim is to “stretch” pay-ments out to beneficiaries, tax deferred or tax free, for as long as possible.

To see what is involved, attorneys and tax advisors can help set up an estate plan. Plus, there are online re-sources like Fidelity’s Estate Planning Overview. Fidelity customers also have access to its new Estate Planner to more thoroughly prepare and educate themselves for a meeting, right down to details like organizing documents and choosing lawyers. While it’s scary to think about life without family members and what that life may look like, ultimate-ly it’s better to have a conversation and get a plan in place. Like the Boy Scouts, it pays to be prepared.

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SustainedHappinessStartsfromWithin

“What is happiness? We can say happiness is this or that, but in terms of life, your life energies are happening in a more exuberant way than it normally happens,” according to yogi, visionary, and thought leader Sadhguru.

Although children are naturally happy with things as simple as an empty box or a bucket of sand and some water, the cost of happiness increases in adult-hood, Sadhguru explains. Many adults find that their happiness depends on outside forces, such as relying on some-one else, obtaining something else, or engaging in additional activities.

“Everybody has been happy, but the problem is they’re not able to maintain it,” Sadhguru notes.

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“Even in the simplest of family situ-ations, conversations that don’t occur frequently and in detail can result in fairly substantial family disagreements and disconnects,” says Ruth. “Estab-lishing an estate plan is your best bet to ensure your loved ones are taken care of in your absence and that your wishes are carried out the way you want.”

In fact, according to the study, the two generations apparently can’t even agree on whether they’ve already had such detailed talks. Seventy percent of parents surveyed believe they have dis-cussed these issues; more than 50 per-cent of their children claim they haven’t. So what are the benefits of an estate plan?

It allows you to:• Preserve and maintain control over

the transfer of your assets.• Protect your family’s privacy and

possibly avoid probate.• Provide immediate access to liquid-

ity.• Choose how your beneficiaries will

receive assets.• Designate who will execute your

wishes even if you’re just incapaci-tated.These are solid reasons to research

estate planning today. One thing to remember, it’s not just for the very wealthy. Most people have complicated lives and issues that need exploring — with children and maybe step children’s interests to protect, or a family busi-

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NaturalSleepSolutionstoDreamAbout

Tart Cherry Turmeric Bedtime Tea

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juice1 cup water1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric1/8 teaspoon freshly grated gin-

ger2 bags chamomile tea1/4 cup frozen Montmorency tart

cherries

In small pot or tea kettle, bring tart cherry juice and water to boil. Stir in turmeric and ginger, and pour over tea bags and frozen Montmorency tart cherries. Steep 5 minutes. Re-move tea bags and drink warm, at room temperature or chilled.

are one of the few food sources of mela-tonin, a sleep-regulating hormone.

“Melatonin plays a big role in the sleep equation,” said Dr. Michael Breus, a nationally renowned sleep expert. “Without it, our bodies aren’t triggered to regulate the sleep cycle and there-fore, we can’t get the rest we need. One simple, delicious and natural way to incorporate melatonin into your sleep

Finding the perfect gift for dear ol’ dad may be easier than you think. Show that you’ve paid attention all these years and know what it takes to make him smile. From gifts that make practical tasks easier to accessories for his favorite plea-sure pursuits, these ideas take the stress out of showing your dad how much he means. Add a simple “thank you” and a big hug, and he’s sure to feel the love this Father’s Day.

Anywhere Garage Door Control

If your dad has ever driven away from home, wondered if the garage door is closed then turned around to check, give him the gift of peace of mind. Let dad use his smartphone with the Cham-berlain MyQ Garage universal controller and free app to confirm the garage door is closed, open or close it remotely and even receive activity alerts. The controller works with most openers manufactured after 1993, installs in minutes and is avail-able online at The Home Depot, Lowe’s and online at myqsmartgarage.com.

Father’s Day T-Bone Gift Package

Impress dad this year with the meal of his dreams from Omaha Steaks. Tender filet on one side, robust strip on the oth-er, dad will love sinking his teeth into this

Much ado has been made about pro-tecting your personal information lately (Thank you, Apple and the FBI, for bring-ing this issue center stage.) And, accord-ing to techies who follow such trends, it would seem that many people are start-ing to take notice—especially when it comes to protecting their children’s pri-vacy using encrypted communications.

The argument against encryption goes something like this: it allows those who would do your children harm to “go dark.” While that may be true, encryp-tion is also a powerful tool that can help protect your children from those same predators, as well as bullies and others who want to harm them. In short, en-cryption is not just for privacy and se-curity, but also for personal safety and peace of mind.

Think of it this way: your phone and other digital devices contain almost all of your personal data — your current and past locations, your home address, in-formation about your family and friends, records of your calls and texts, email messages and every website you’ve ever visited. This means that all that

30-ounce T-bone. Plus, with gourmet jumbo franks, eight ground beef sliders, melt-in-your-mouth potatoes au gratin and rich New York cheesecake for des-sert, this combo has something for ev-eryone in the family. Find more delicious meals for dad at omahasteaks.com.

Outdoor Cleaning Made Easy

Give dad the power to quickly and easily tackle any outdoor cleaning task with a pressure washer that’s durable enough to pass a military-grade drop test while offering the convenience of electric power. From spraying down the grill af-ter a meal to keeping his car and garage looking pristine, the compact Briggs & Stratton S2000 electric pressure washer with an onboard detergent tank is just the tool for the job. Visit briggsandstrat-ton.com to learn more about the full line of outdoor cleaning products or pur-chase at amazon.com.

Gear Up for a Good Time

Whether it’s the thrill of the catch or the peaceful solitude that draws him, fishing is a pastime many dads enjoy. A true fisherman can never have too much fishing gear, so it’s hard to go wrong. If you’re uncertain about the specifica-tions of items like rods and reels, focus

information is up for grabs. And in the wrong hands, it can also endanger your children.

The good news is that protecting and encrypting your kids’ information has never been easier or more cost-efficient.

Dad’s Day, Dad’s WayGift ideas sure to bring a smile

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on accessories instead. An assortment of lures, a new tackle box or a GPS de-vice created specifically for fishing are all ideas sure to earn your dad’s apprecia-tion.

Get the Job DoneIf one of dad’s favorite places to

spend time is the garage, a new set of tools might be just what he’s looking for

The Gabriel app, available at the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store, was designed and built with per-sonal privacy and security as its founda-tion by VirnetX, an Internet security soft-ware and technology company.

to finish up his project list. When a little home maintenance is required, helpful items – as simple as hammers, screw-drivers and tape measurers or more job-specific items like ladders, saws and power tools – can really come in handy. Or, if he’s already got the tools he needs, consider a tool chest or work bench for optimal garage organization.

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As extended families spread out throughout the country, it becomes more difficult to get everyone together. Holding a family reunion, then, gives ev-eryone a chance to meet, catch-up and learn a little more about their family his-tory.

Arranging a reunion can be a mas-sive undertaking, and it’s easy to be-come overwhelmed. But with a little planning, anyone can pull off a success-ful family reunion.

Follow these tips to ensure a fun, re-warding family reunion experience:• Createafamilyreunioncom-

mittee. You will need at least two people to plan location, food, ac-tivities, budget, mailings, payments and record-keeping. The better or-ganized your committee, the more smoothly your reunion will run. You can never start planning too early – you will need to start at least a year ahead of time.

• Pick a theme. Designing your reunion around a theme can make planning activities, food and deco-rations more creative. Family history themes, such a celebrating an anni-versary, a birthday or a cultural heri-tage – a Mexican fiesta, for example – are always popular.

• Developabudget. Your budget will influence the rest of your deci-sions regarding housing, food and activities. When in doubt, plan for

affordability – as much fun as a Ca-ribbean cruise might be, it’s unlikely that every family member can afford to attend.

• Planhousing. If possible, choose a location that offers a range of lodg-ing choices. National parks, for ex-ample, often have hotels nearby and may have cabins or tent-camping available, giving your guests plenty of options.

• Keep the kids entertained. Don’t presume that the grandpar-

ents or teenagers will act as babysit-ters for the whole reunion. Ask for vol-unteers, and rotate babysitting duties. Arranging competitions, like three-legged and costume races, will keep kids happy. You can even present the winner with a trophy – Plaquemaker Plus offers a variety of trophies, includ-ing “Trophy Dudes” with bendable arms and legs.

• Create activities. Adults might be content to sit around and chatter, but integrating the whole family can

be a challenge. Try giving each fam-ily member a family tree to fill out, or arrange a friendly game of family trivia. And don’t forget to take a fam-ily photo. Plaquemaker Plus (www.plaquemakerplus.com) can even cre-ate heirloom-quality wooden plaques or acrylic images, so you can offer a unique souvenir to any family member who wants one.

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Tips to Plan a Fun Family Reunion

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In a world that thrives on bad news and sensationalized storytelling, it can be difficult to find programming con-sisting of genuine and authentic shows about family.

Research suggests that 42 million adults are looking for programming with family in mind.

Enter UP TV, a network whose man-tra is We Get Family, and is staying true to its brand by ushering in shows that bring adult viewers all the fun, dysfunc-tion and love that defines the modern American family.

“With family as our framework, we are filling a void in the media landscape as the brand families trust most to bring them positive programming,” said Char-ley Humbard, president and chief exec-utive officer, UP.

That is how UP is finding its niche with families — through its brand. From shows about a single mom to parents with sextuplets to a family with 19 kids, UP is all about relatable and entertaining story-telling.

“We believe family, whether through blood, friendship or commu-nity, provides us with the most emotional and memorable experiences in our lives. It’s a journey

with highs and lows and everything in between.”

No doubt, with an endless array of choices, it can be difficult to find good, authentic, entertaining stories that viewers can feel great about watch-ing. UP seems to have found its foot-ing through original programming such as Growing Up McGhee, Bringing Up Bates, and Jo Frost: Nanny On Tour, as well as syndicated series such as Par-enthood, Gilmore Girls and America’s Funniest Home Videos.

And for those who are looking spe-cifically for family and faith-affirming content, UP has a subscription-on-de-mand offering, UP Faith & Family. For more information, please visit www.UPtv.com


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The NBA DraftThough the NBA Finals are now

underway, it’s never too early to look beyond this season to the stars of to-morrow. That’s right, we’re talking about the NBA Draft, which will take place later this month on Thursday, June 22 starting at 7 p.m. EST. Like previous years, it’s another solid draft class that’s highlighted by a lot of col-lege one-and-done players. Look for Josh Jackson (Kansas; guard), Malik Monk (Kentucky; guard) and Jayson Tatum (Duke; forward) to all go as high lottery picks. Another interesting story-line to keep an eye on is former UCLA point guard Lonzo Ball. Bleacher Re-port’s mock draft has him going No. 3 overall to the Los Angeles Lakers, but the bigger story with Ball is the controversial things his father has said over the past several months. From insinuating that UCLA couldn’t win a national championship because it had too many white players to sparring with NBA analyst Charles Barkley to dissing LeBron James, LaVar Ball has ensured that wherever his son lands later this month, he’s sure to be bringing some baggage with him.

More Bad News for ESPNESPN is still the worldwide leader

in sports, but it’s no secret that the brand is facing some serious chal-lenges thanks to cable cord cutters and changing consumer preferences. In late April, the brand announced its latest round of layoffs, giving the axe to about 100 employees, per The Wash-ington Post. These layoffs included well-known names like long-time NFL reporter Ed Werder, NBA insider Chad Ford, sideline reporter Britt McHenry, and college hoops reporter Andy Katz.

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Though summer is mostly synony-mous with the NHL and NBA playoffs, and the heart of the MLB season, vari-ous other sports – even those in the midst of their off-seasons – still make headlines. To catch you up on what you may have missed in these various sports as well as preview some key dates coming down the pike, we’ve put together this sports roundup.

Winners and Losers from the NFL Draft

Though the NFL Draft has become a little too much pomp and circum-stance for many since it ditched its weekend-long format to stretch out over four days, you can’t say that it’s ever uneventful. Take the Chicago Bears for example. What were they thinking trading up from the No. 3 pick to the No. 2 overall pick to draft a quar-terback, Mitch Trubisky, who received mixed reviews during the process? As if swapping first-round picks with the 49ers wasn’t enough, Chicago also sent its 67th, 111th and a 2018 third-round pick to San Francisco to move up one measly spot! Sports Illustrated gave Chicago’s first-round draft selec-tion a “D,” and that may even be too generous.

The Bears were clear losers of the 2017 Draft, but there were plenty of teams that did a whole lot of good. Take Cleveland (yes, the Browns!) for instance. Cleveland used its three first-round picks to fill needs with solid tal-ent. Washington was able to score a great talent at pick No. 17 in Jonathan Allen, and Green Bay, a team that didn’t have a pick in the first round this year- -thanks to trading back, nabbed a great defensive back prospect in Kevin King at pick No. 33.

PGA Tour: The U.S. OpenAfter a great Masters tournament –

the first major of the PGA Tour season – all eyes are now on the second major tournament, the U.S. Open. The Open takes place June 15-18 in Erin Hills, in Wisconsin, and all eyes are on defend-ing champion Dustin Johnson. As you may recall, Johnson had to pull out of the Masters at the 11th hour because of a fluke injury he suffered to his back when he slipped and fell, awkwardly, on site. Johnson returned to action at the Wells Fargo Championship in early May, and the world’s No. 1 golfer ap-pears ready to go full-bore in defending his title at the U.S. Open. He’ll certainly be challenged by fellow up-and-comers Jordan Spieth and Rory McIlroy.

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Sports Roundup: June 2017by D. Willis

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One has to wonder how much longer ESPN can continue to lay off its per-sonnel before it decides that a major brand revamp is necessary. When you can watch professional and college sports for free on Twitter, for instance, why should people pay for it on cable? ESPN has some major challenges in front of it, as rising broadcast rights fees aren’t translating to an increase in subscribers and advertising dollars.

West Coast Worries?Several in sports media have openly

wondered, lately, if sports viewership in general is being held back because arguably the best players in three of the four major sports leagues currently play for West Coast-based teams. There’s Mike Trout of the MLB’s Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, Connor McDavid of the NHL’s Edmonton Oilers and Steph Curry of the NBA’s Golden State Warriors. Being that the vast majority of the U.S. population lives in EST, and CST time zones, typical Angels, Oilers and Warriors games don’t start until 10 p.m. EST or later, at night. Is this prob-lematic in engaging the fringe sports fan that just wants to watch the sport’s best players and teams? Perhaps. But it’s an interesting observation nonethe-less, especially considering a recent report from MediaPost stating that sports television viewing is down about 3 percent from previous years.

Until next month, we’ll leave you hoping that you enjoy the NBA Finals and Stanley Cup Finals, as well as all of the summer sporting events that are about to happen, like the NBA Draft and the U.S. Open.

About the author: D. Willis is a free-lance Sports Writer and an avid sports enthusiast.

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The NBA Finals are finally upon us, and this year’s playoff season has been another one full of great individual per-formances, terrific team performances, and yes - as we’ll discuss later - one outstanding coaching rant. So, as you kick back in your recliner this June to see who will be crowned the next NBA champion, let’s take this time to catch you up on some of the top storylines from this year’s playoff season, as well as some things to keep an eye on this offseason:

How Good is Isaiah Thomas?Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas

was selected 60th overall in the 2011 NBA Entry Draft. For those of you keep-ing track at home, that was the very last pick in that respective year’s draft. In other words, Thomas was “Mr. Irrel-evant” of that draft class. It might be six years later, but boy is Thomas making a whole lot of NBA teams that passed on him look foolish. This was punctuat-ed in a 33-point game in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against Washington and a subsequent 53-point game in Game 2 just a few nights later. What made these efforts truly remark-able, however, is that they came just days after Thomas’ younger sister tragi-cally died in a car accident. Bottom line - Zeke Thomas is good, and 29 teams look really dumb right now for not draft-ing him.

The Hot-Mess BullsInjuries, team off-the-court issues

and a trade. What could go wrong? Answer: The 2016-17 Chicago Bulls. Chicago didn’t secure a playoff spot un-til the final day of the NBA regular sea-son, and it was the eighth seed at that. And considering all of the off-the-court chemistry issues, having to split playing time between three point guards and manage numerous injuries, you can see why the Bulls went 41-41 in the regular season and sputtered out in the first round of the playoffs. What’s more is that coach Fred Hoiberg has $15 million left on his contract and is sure to return. Can Hoiberg - and the Bulls - learn from their mistakes and missteps and figure things out next season? Stay tuned. One bright spot from 2016-17 was

able free agents to be this summer, and it’s become ever more likely that he and the Clippers are seeking an amicable split. The results just have not been there. Griffin’s season this year again ended in injury and the Clippers’ sea-son, again, ended in a first-round playoff exit. Both parties are likely to look for a fresh start, and we’re betting that Grif-fin will have no shortage of suitors when free agency officially commences.

Griffin may highlight the free agent class this offseason, but he’s certainly not the only player with value that will be (likely) hitting the market. Some other notable free agents include Dwayne Wade, who is sure to part ways with the Bulls after last season. Utah point guard George Hill and the Clippers’ Chris Paul are also set to hit the market, though the latter has a player option that could be

picked up to stay with Los Angeles and likely will be. Finally, perhaps the two most interesting potential free agents are Steph Curry of the Warriors, who is unrestricted, and Kevin Durant, who has a player option. Both are unlikely to be playing anywhere but with Golden State next season, but you never know. Sports is a business, after all, and a lot of factors can play in to where a play-er sees the best fit, the most money and the greatest chance of winning of championship. Fox Sports has a great rundown of the best unrestricted, re-stricted and player option free agents to keep an eye out for this offseason.

Kudos to One Great Coaching Rant

Has there been a better coaching rant in sports recently than that which came from Memphis Grizzlies head coach David Fizdale after falling behind two games to none to San Antonio in the first round of the NBA playoffs? Fizdale went on a terrific, honest rant regarding the officiating, complete with superb one-liners like “They’re not go-ing to rook us,” regarding the free-throw discrepancy between the two teams. Fizdale brought the epic rant to a fitting close when he abruptly ended the post-game press conference with another great one-liner: “Take that for data.” It’s great to see coaches tell things like it is and it’s unfortunate that it happens so rarely these days. We’re betting that Fizdale scored a ton of points with the Memphis fan base sticking up for his team the way that he did. For evidence of such, just check out the T-shirts that were made following the rant. That’s some good stuff right there.

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rookie guard Denzel Valentine, who, for some reason, saw his role diminish come the post season.

How Are the Soon-to-be Free Agents Faring?

The NBA playoffs don’t just mark the end of the NBA 2016-17 season, they also mark the final time that many players will be lacing up for their respec-tive squads. Yes, free agency is soon to commence. Blake Griffin (player option) no doubt highlights the list of likely avail-

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Just ask any dad, he’s sure to agree: a perfectly seasoned steak flame-kissed to perfection is one of the great plea-sures of summer grilling. This Fa-ther’s Day, you may be able to teach dad a few tricks of your own.

Start by selecting a premium-quality steak like those from Omaha Steaks, which are aged at least 21 days to reach the peak of tenderness then flash frozen to stay that way. Then take that guaranteed quality to the grill and try a new method, such as slow, steady smoking, for an ulti-mate flavor experience.

After you choose a steak, these tips from Omaha Steaks Executive Chef Grant Hon can help you achieve steakhouse-worthy results.1. Proper preparation. Clean and

heat your grill to high. Make sure to oil grates after cleaning.

2. Prepare your steaks. Pat steaks dry and season food before grill-ing. Use sea salt and freshly cracked pepper or a complete steak seasoning or rub.

3. Searing. Sear steaks over high heat and avoid moving them be-fore they’re fully seared on all sides to protect flavor and juiciness.

4. Handling steaks on the grill. Use tongs or a spatula to turn meat on the grill; poking with a fork can damage the meat.

5. Controlling your cook. Close grill cover as much as possible while cooking to maintain a temperature around 450 F. This helps lock in fla-vor and prevent flare-ups. After de-termining the amount of time you’ll need to reach your desired done-ness, use the 60/40 grilling meth-od. Grill 60 percent on the first side then 40 percent after you turn the steak over for an even cook.

6. Juiciness. After grilling, allow steaks to rest tented with foil for 5 minutes between cooking and serving. This lets juices redistrib-ute for the best-tasting and juiciest steak.

7. Finish and enjoy. Garnish steak and serve with style. Add colors, textures and flavors to make per-fectly grilled steak even more memorable. Find more tips to make your sum-

mer grilling great at omahasteaks.com.

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Add Some Sizzle to Father’s Day Grilling

Delicious, Nutritious Outdoor Dining

THE FAMILY THAT READS TOGETHER…continued from page 1

Bumper stickers usually tell of where individuals would rather be instead of stuck in traffic. Usually it’s fishing, golf-ing, watching a Lakers game or being at the Dodger Stadium. Hopefully one day, we shall find a bumper sticker ex-pressing a desire to be home reading with the family.

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stimulates growth and understanding of vocabulary and language patterns, also. Children who enjoy family reading are more confident in contributing to conversations, as they are advanced in the literacy skills of speaking, writ-ing, listening, and reading. So start reading as a family now.

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Some of the first foods that come to mind when considering dining outdoors are greasy, messy meals. Instead, opt for a nutritious outdoor experience with a turkey wrap, grain bowl or chicken salad for a backyard bite that doesn’t go overboard. Find more nutritious recipes for outdoor dining at culinary.net.

Warm Grain Bowl with Wild Salmon, Almonds and Salsa Verde

Beef on Steak Salt

Total time: 20-25 minutesServings: 8

Ingredients for Grain Bowl and Salmon8 wild salmon fillets (3 ounces each) sea salt, to taste fresh pepper, to taste2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil,

divided1 cup asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces1/2 cup shitake mushroom caps, sliced1 package Seeds of Change Quinoa, Brown & Red Rice with Flaxseeds1/4 cup slivered almonds

Ingredients for Salsa Verde (optional)1 bunch scallions1 clove garlic1/2 cup packed cilantro leaves1/2 cup packed mint leaves1/2 cup packed basil leaves1/2 cup lemon juice1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Directions 1. Heat oven to 400 F.2. In oven-proof pan, season salmon with

salt and pepper, and drizzle each fillet with olive oil. Bake 12-15 minutes, until cooked through.

3. In blender or food processor, combine all Salsa Verde ingredients and pulse until fully incorporated but still rustic and chunky. Set aside.

4. In medium saute pan over medium-high heat, heat remaining olive oil. Add mushrooms and asparagus and saute vigorously 3-5 minutes. Add grains and slivered almonds, and continue to saute until heated through, about 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, to taste.

5. Divide grains among eight plates, place a piece of salmon on each plate then finish with dollop of Salsa Verde, if de-sired, and serve.

6. Substitution: Shitake mushroom caps may be substituted with button mush-rooms or other wild mushrooms.

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Some of the first foods that come to mind when considering dining outdoors are greasy, messy meals. Instead, opt for a nutritious outdoor experience with a turkey wrap, grain bowl or chicken salad for a backyard bite that doesn’t go overboard.

Find more nutritious recipes for outdoor dining at culinary.net.

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LUNCH ON THE GOA healthy combination of plant-based foods and turkey easily turnsinto a quick lunch. This wrap bringstogether a variety of textures withcrunchiness from the apples andspinach, substance from the turkeyand creamy, simple dressing. Findmore quick, healthy recipes ataicr.org.

Turkey, Spinach and Apple WrapRecipe reprinted with permissionfrom the American Institute forCancer Research

1 tablespoon reduced-fat mayonnaise

2 teaspoons honey mustard2 whole-wheat lavash

wraps or flour tortillas (8 inches each)

2 cups baby spinach leaves, loosely packed, washed and dried

4 thin slices turkey breast1/4 Granny Smith apple,

sliced paper-thinCombine mayonnaise and mustard.Lay out both wraps. Spread edgesof each with mayonnaise mixture.

Leaving space on one side ofwraps, arrange layer of greens ontop of wraps. Top each layer withtwo slices of turkey. Evenly divideapple slices and lay lengthwiseacross turkey. Fold over one end of wrap then both sides. Roll wrap as tightly as possible towardopposite side.

Cover each wrap tightly inplastic wrap and refrigerate seam-side down, up to 4 hours, beforeserving. To serve, remove plasticwrap and cut each wrap in half atan angle.Substitution: Two large leaves ofsoft, leafy green lettuce can be usedin place of baby spinach leaves.

SAVORY SALADEven when you plan to take dining outdoors, atasty salad still makes for an ideally nutritiousmeal. This salad brings together an assortment of veggies for a Tomato-Cucumber Salsa to top succulent baked chicken and greens. Findmore recipes perfect for dining al fresco atchickenroost.com.

Baked Greek Chicken SaladRecipe courtesy of the National Chicken CouncilServings: 4Tomato-Cucumber Salsa:

2 plum tomatoes, diced1 small cucumber, peeled and sliced

1/2 green pepper, julienned1/4 purple onion, sliced

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar1 tablespoon olive oil2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon basil1/8 teaspoon oregano1/8 teaspoon Greek seasoning1/8 teaspoon sugar1/8 teaspoon dry mustard

Salad:4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves

1/4 cup melted butter1 lemon, juiced

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon oregano1 teaspoon Greek seasoning1 package mixed Italian salad greens2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

black olivespepperoncini peppers

To make Tomato-Cucumber Salsa: In mediumbowl, mix together tomatoes, cucumber, greenpepper, purple onion, red wine vinegar, olive oil,vegetable oil, pepper, salt, basil, oregano, Greekseasoning, sugar and dry mustard. Chill untilready to serve.Heat oven to 350 F.

Place chicken in baking dish. In medium bowl, mix together butter, lemon juice, pepper,garlic powder, oregano and Greek seasoning;pour over chicken. Bake about 50 minutes,uncovered, basting occasionally.

Place salad greens in large serving bowl. Top with Tomato-Cucumber Salsa. Slice chicken in thin strips and arrange on top of salad. Sprinkle with feta cheese and garnish with olives and pepper.

GREENS AND GRAINSDedicating more of your plate to fresh-from-the-gardenproduce as well as rice and grains can lead to a healthierlifestyle, according to Cheryl Forberg, registered dietitianand award-winning chef and nutritionist for “The BiggestLoser.”

To start living healthier and greener lives, Forbergrecommends starting a garden. This hands-on approach is a fun way to learn about nutrition and where food comesfrom. Following produce from seed to plate can compelyou to eat more healthfully.

Forberg furthers her personal dedication to the seed-to-plate journey through her involvement with Seeds of Change, which invests in healthier and greener com -muni ties by offering both organic seeds and foods, anddelivers an annual grant program that benefits school andcommunity gardening as well as farming programs. Thisyear, the grant program will award $310,000 to participantswho plan to help their communities and teach people aboutsustainability and where fresh food comes from.

Learn more about starting a community garden andliving a greener, healthier life at seedsofchangegrant.com.

Warm Grain Bowl with Wild Salmon,Almonds and Salsa VerdeTotal time: 20-25 minutesServings: 8

8 wild salmon fillets (3 ounces each) sea salt, to tastefresh pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

1 cup asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces1/2 cup shitake mushroom caps, sliced

1 package Seeds of Change Quinoa, Brown & Red Rice with Flaxseeds

1/4 cup slivered almondsSalsa Verde (optional):

1 bunch scallions1 clove garlic

1/2 cup packed cilantro leaves1/2 cup packed mint leaves1/2 cup packed basil leaves1/2 cup lemon juice1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Heat oven to 400 F.In oven-proof pan, season salmon with salt and pepper,

and drizzle each fillet with olive oil. Bake 12-15 minutes,until cooked through.

In blender or food processor, combine all Salsa Verdeingredients and pulse until fully incorporated but still rusticand chunky. Set aside.

In medium saute pan over medium-high heat, heatremaining olive oil. Add mushrooms and asparagus andsaute vigorously 3-5 minutes. Add grains and sliveredalmonds, and continue to saute until heated through, about5 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, to taste.

Divide grains among eight plates, place a piece ofsalmon on each plate then finish with dollop of SalsaVerde, if desired, and serve.Substitution: Shitake mushroom caps may be substitutedwith button mushrooms or other wild mushrooms.

Recipe by Omaha SteaksTotal time: 1 hour, 20 minutes

Ingredients1 Omaha Steaks T-Bone, 30 ounces1 package (3 ounces) Omaha Steaks

Original Beef Jerky3 tablespoons kosher salt

Directions1. Thaw steak 24-48 hours in refrigerator.2. Using box grater finely shred enough

beef jerky to yield 2 tablespoons; mix with kosher salt. Pat steak dry on both sides and season with 1-1 1/2 table-spoons jerky salt. Allow seasoned steak to sit 45 minutes-1 hour, uncov-ered, at room temperature.

3. Heat gas or charcoal grill to 450 F and oil grates to prevent sticking.

4. Grill to desired doneness based on thickness of steak. Let steak rest 5 minutes.

5. Garnish steak with remaining jerky salt.

Baked Greek Chicken SaladRecipe courtesy of the National Chicken CouncilServings: 4

Ingredients for Tomato-Cucumber Salsa 2 plum tomatoes, diced1 small cucumber, peeled and sliced1/2 green pepper, julienned1/4 purple onion, sliced2 tablespoons red wine vinegar1 tablespoon olive oil2 tablespoons vegetable oil1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon basil1/8 teaspoon oregano1/8 teaspoon Greek seasoning1/8 teaspoon sugar1/8 teaspoon dry mustard

Ingredients for Salad 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast

halves1/4 cup melted butter1 lemon, juiced1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon oregano1 teaspoon Greek seasoning1 package mixed Italian salad greens2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled black olives pepperoncini peppers

Directions 1. To make Tomato-Cucumber Salsa: In

medium bowl, mix together tomatoes, cucumber, green pepper, purple onion, red wine vinegar, olive oil, vegetable oil, pepper, salt, basil, oregano, Greek

seasoning, sugar and dry mustard. Chill until ready to serve.

2. Heat oven to 350 F.3. Place chicken in baking dish. In medium

bowl, mix together butter, lemon juice, pepper, garlic powder, oregano and Greek seasoning; pour over chicken. Bake about 50 minutes, uncovered, basting occasionally.

4. Place salad greens in large serving bowl. Top with Tomato-Cucumber Salsa. Slice chicken in thin strips and arrange on top of salad. Sprinkle with feta cheese and garnish with olives and pepper.

ited friends there, and was inspired to write her hit song Carey.

Crete’s food is natural and fresh, grown locally or caught in the sea. Consider trying sautéed goat, snails, fennel pies, and sugar-covered cheese turnovers. Tomatoes, straw-berries, watermelons, cheese, and yogurt are found everywhere.

Between 1420 BC and 1375 BC, the Minoans disappeared without ex-planation. The cause was believed to have been the ash and tsunami created by the massive eruption of the volcano at Santorini, just 90 miles away. Now, carbon dating indicates that the eruption occurred about 200 years earlier, but it still may have been a contributing factor in the downfall.

The best time to visit, considering weather, hotel rates, and crowds is from mid-May to late June, and the last couple of weeks of September. The high season is between April and October.

About the Author: Greg Nelson is a retired General Manager at the Depart-ment of Neighborhood Empowerment. He can be reached through e-mail at [email protected].

Museum in the capital city, Herak-lion (Iraklion). It maintains the finest collection of Minoan artefacts in the world. It’s a good way to learn about the mythology of Crete and Knossos. The island is said to be the birthplace of Zeus. The Minotaur (half man-half bull) was supposed to have wan-dered around a labyrinth at Knossos.

While Heraklion is a gritty, and not overly-appealing city, Agios Nikolaos is a place to find upscale resorts, and is a good base of operations from which to visit the island. One of the many civilizations that conquered Crete was the Venetians who built an impressive fortress in Heraklion’s harbor.

A laundry list of other civilizations occupied Crete, including the Ro-mans, Byzantines, Ottomans, and even Nazi Germany.

Our stay was too short, dictated by the cruise line schedule. When we return, we’ll head for the hills. We’ll find those peaceful coves, and sus-tain Mediterranean diets at the quaint village tavernas, where the tourists don’t go.

We’d also like to spend time at Matala Beach. It was a hippie com-munity in 1970 when Joni Mitchell vis-

time on 30-year-old, mid-sized cruise ship that traveled between the islands while we slept.

Our ship arrived shortly after sun-rise at Crete’s secondary port of Ag-ios Nikolaos. My first impression was that the area reminded me of Topanga Canyon.

Crete has been continuously oc-cupied since 7000 BC when the mys-terious Minoans arrived during the Bronze Age from what is now Turkey. Our first stop was the unfortified Pal-ace of Knossos, the center of the Mi-noan civilization, which may not have actually been a palace. The Minoans existed from 2700-1420 BC.

Beyond the remains of their struc-tures, little else is known about the Mi-noans because their written language remains undeciphered.

Britain’s Sir Arthur Evans discov-ered Knossos, and began excavating it in 1894. Interestingly, these ancient people did not call themselves Mino-ans. Evans made up the name. Until someone learns to read their writings, we won’t know what they called them-selves.

Evans’ work generated controver-sy because he began restoring parts of Knossos in Art Deco and Art Nou-veau style, instead of leaving the site in its natural state.

One of the famous frescos at Knossos shows men vaulting over charging bulls. These animals were worshipped by the Minoans, and the jumping was likely part of a ritual.

If time permits, visitors to Knossos should first stop at the Archaeological

I’ve often toyed with the thought of where I would

go if I were exiled to an island of my choosing. (Hawai’i not included.) Certainly, Tahiti would be at or near the top of the list. But I’ve now en-tered the Greek island of Crete into the mix.

Located just 250 miles from Africa, Crete is as far south as a person can go and still be in Europe. Like in Los Angeles, the climate is primarily Medi-terranean. There is no crime to speak of. The most common occupants of its small jail are fighting farmers and drunken tourists.

Crete is laced with craggy moun-tains, deep gorges, sandy beaches, and secluded coves. It features one of only two palm tree forests in Eu-rope, healthy meals, one of the lon-gest growing and beach seasons in Europe, and it’s the home of the first advanced civilization in Europe. Not insignificantly, there are no animals on the island that are dangerous to hu-mans. So, what’s not to like?

My wife and I have never been comfortable with the idea of taking a cruise. We prefer to get to our des-tinations quickly, so we can spend more time enjoying local cuisine and creating new experiences. But there aren’t many options when visiting the Greek islands.

The smaller islands don’t have air-ports. It is possible to island-hop us-ing Greece’s excellent system of fer-ries. But we ended up booking a tour that included spending part of the

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by Greg Nelson | Contributing Columnist

Matala Beach with Crete’s highest point, Mt. Ida (8,000 feet) in distance.

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Artist’s conception of Knossos. From: Wikimedia Commons. Photo Credit: Mmoyaq

Restored North Entrance to Knossos

Fortress in Heraklion Harbor. Central Court of Knossos.

OK, they never really went away, but with real estate values low, they just

didn’t pencil out. Now, with the price of housing starting to peak again, eq-uity is up and reverse mortgages are back in vogue. You have probably seen any number of celebrities touting reverse mortgages on TV, and in print telling us how we can use the equity in our homes to supplement retirement income.

To qualify, there has to be sufficient equity in a primary residence, and one of the borrowers has to be 62 years of age or older. The “reverse” mortgage simply uses a portion of the home-owners equity and turns it into tax-free cash. Better yet, you don’t need any current income to qualify, and you don’t need to repay the loan as long as you continue to live in the house. Sounds good. But wait, there’s more! What if you could use a reverse mort-gage to buy a home? Stop! Don’t you

THE LAW AND YOUR MONEY El Pueblo | June 2017

Q: What’s the point of a pre-nuptial agreement, unless you’re rich?

A: A pre-nuptial agreement can be helpful in setting forth rules that will govern aspects of the marital relation-ship. Also, what if during the marriage you become quite wealthy? The pre-nup agreement can address the clas-sification of assets earned prior to the marriage, how separate property is to be dealt with, and just what is or will be marital property. If you already have children, a pre-nuptial may help to preserve certain assets for them (including if you separate from your spouse). Research further indicates a pre-nuptial agreement can support your estate plan, and set forth ground rules on deciding future matters. Bot-tom line, one of the reasons to have a pre-nuptial is to reduce the potential for conflict. As such, if it works for you and your future spouse, it does not re-quire that you be rolling in dough be-fore you are married. Above all, hav-ing a pre-nup is a personal decision, and consultation with a qualified fam-ily lawyer is advisable.

Q: Are there down sides to a pre-nuptial agreement?

A: There is one potential disadvan-tage to a pre-nup that is not a legal issue: The perception that if you ask for a pre-nuptial agreement you are sending a message you do not have the faith that the marriage will last. In essence, it ain’t romantic... Research suggests, however, that a post-nup -- which you enter into after the mar-riage -- is subject to some restrictions.

California law also may be sufficient for your purposes. Assets you own prior to marriage are separate prop-erty, while those accumulated during the marriage are community property. If this is to a large degree what you would seek to have in a pre-nup, then such an agreement may not be neces-sary. My recommendation, as above: Search your own soul, and consult with a qualified family law attorney. Go over what each of you have, what the pre-nup may accomplish, and what the law provides. If having a pre-nup in place is truly going to give each of you greater peace of mind, then the deci-sion may be less stressful and less dif-ficult to make.

Q: Can a pre-nup set forth child custody and child support?

A: No. Those are areas that remain subject to the authority of the Court in a dissolution proceeding, and de-pend on what is in the best interests of the child. There also are California child support guidelines that typically come into focus. Since the support of a child is a right the child has, it is not something that the parents can simply contract away.

About the author: Ron Sokol has been a practicing attorney for over 30 years, and has also served many times as a judge pro tem, mediator, and arbi-trator. It is important to keep in mind that this column presents a summary of the law, and is not to be treated or consid-ered legal advice, let alone a substitute for actual consultation with a qualified professional.

n You can send any questions that you may have to: [email protected].

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Reverse Mortgages are Back, with a Twist!

have to already own a home to get a re-verse mortgage? Actually, no, you don’t. Let’s see how Fred and Betty can buy a new home using a reverse mortgage while making no monthly payments.

Fred and Betty owned a 2-story home in Los Angeles. They bought it years ago, raised their children, and now empty-nesters, decided to retire. “Fred, let’s get out of the city, maybe buy us a new home where it’s not so congested,” Bet-ty said. Fred thought about it and said, “Betty, it would be nice to have a brand new home, but we’re retired! We need to watch our cash. Do you really want a mortgage payment hanging over your head every month?” Betty picked up a magazine, paged through it, found the article she was looking for, and showed it to Fred. “Look Fred. It says here you can

buy a home using a reverse mortgage. Let’s go talk to someone to see how it’s done.”

The Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) for Purchase

Fred and Betty went to talk with Harry, a reverse mortgage broker. Harry explained how the “reverse mortgage for purchase” idea adds a new twist to retirement planning. “Imagine buying a new home for half the price and make no mortgage payments,” Harry said. “Yeah, in your dreams,” Fred replied. “Shush Fred. Let him explain it,” Betty said. After asking a few more questions, Harry made some calculations and showed them the following scenario:

“Let’s say you sell your house for $700,000, the current neighborhood value. You then buy a new home, maybe in Hemet or Lake Elsinore, for $450,000, putting down $250,000. Then, as part of the same purchase transaction, you get a reverse mort-gage on your $450,000 home. What just happened? You bought a $450,000 home for $250,000, and the reverse

mortgage uses your $250,000 equity to make your monthly payments.” Fred, looking at the numbers, asked Harry, “what happens if there isn’t any equity left when we die? What if we owe more than what the house is worth? “No wor-ries. The loan is insured. Also, a reverse mortgage is a non-recourse loan, which means the lender can’t go after your es-tate to make up any shortfall.”

The Take AwayIf you want to increase your retire-

ment cash flow you might want to look into a reverse mortgage. And if you want to get some new digs, take a look into Fred and Betty’s scenario. You might be able to get that brand new house, have more retirement income, and maybe even take a dream vacation every other year or so. What’s not to like?

About the author: David Sarazen is an attorney with a practice concentrated on Trusts & Estates, Probate, and Real Es-tate matters. He can be reached directly at (310) 972-0241. You can also view his website at www.DavidSarazen.com for additional articles.

By David Sarazen, Contributing Columnist

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May’s El Pueblo Quiz Winners___________________Through a random drawing of the names of members who submitted the correct/acceptable answer to the May 2017 El Pueblo Quiz Question #1 (Answer: 54,045), the winners are: Harry Johnson; Carl Paneno; Linda Rorex; and Dan-iela Zaccaro! Congratulations Harry, Carl, Linda, and Daniela!!! For the May 2017 El Pueblo Question #2 (Answer 1: 20 tables that seat 4 people at the restaurant; and Answer 2: 40 tables that seat 2 people at the restaurant), the winners are: Kim Harris; Hugh Lee; Alisa Shamam; and Tommy Wong! Congratulations Kim, Hugh, Alisa, and Tommy!!Congratulations are also in order to the fol-lowing members who submitted the cor-rect answer to Quiz Question #1: Charles Adams; Ernesto Allen; Fernanda Alves; Dominic Buenaventura; William Coate; Sharon Chow; Richard Doris; John Feller; Diana Felszeghy; Fernan-do Alves; John Franco; Fred Gallegos; Kim Harris; Hugh Lee; Janice Louie; Mila Lumbang; May Ma; Jeffrey Nel-son; Cristina Paneno; Gregory Sayers; Alisa Shamam; Matthew Spease; Gail Staugaard; Kelly Taggart; William Til-ley; Modesto Valenzuela; Raul Velas-co; and Tommy Wong!!Congratulations are also in order to the fol-lowing members who submitted the cor-rect answer to Quiz Question #2: Charles Adams; Ernesto Allen; Sam Aloway; Fernanda Alves; Dominic Buenaven-tura; William Coate; Sharon Chow; Richard Doris; Michelle Dulalia; John

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Congratulations to all Winners. Thank You ACEBSA Members!

Thank you ACEBSA members for par-ticipating! Don’t forget to submit your answers to the monthly El Pueblo Pop Quiz - for a great chance to win new prizes each month.

Updating your E-mail Address with ACEBSA _________________If you would like a chance to win some great prizes, please update your email address with us at [email protected]. Congratulations ACEBSA members!

Winners for Liking ACEBSA on Facebook_________________Uriel-Irene Hernandez is this month’s winner for Liking the ACEB-SA page on Facebook at Facebook.com/ACEBSALA. Congratulations Uriel-Irene!! Like us on Facebook and we will automatically enter your name in a random drawing for a vari-ety of awesome prizes!

Winners for Online Purchases_________________This month’s winners for “Online Purchases” at www.acebsa.org are: Krikor Torossian and Ethelinda Lianera!! Congratulations Krikor and Ethelinda!! Thank you for your purchases ACEBSA members! Lucky winners, please call us at (213) 485-2485, or email us at [email protected]!!

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Harris, D. J.Hernandez, R.Lee, O.T.Lovold, W.Martinez, L.Mejia, C.Mendoza, Y.Minero, J.Moore, F. D.Ross, J. B.Soberanis, V.Turrietta, E.Williams, P.Aguirre, R. D.Alvarado, E. D.Arambula, C. A.Butler, J. Z.Campbell, K. W.Chavez, M. A.Curtiz, S. A.Derby, M. L.Doyle, A. S.Edwards Gay, F.

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Hernandez, M.Horn, K. H.Jimenez, M. N.Johnson, M. A.Juarez, S. K.Lee, D.Leighton, K. J.Lopez, C.Okolie, G.Orozco, D.Ortega Del Rio,

J. R.Rodriguez, K.C.Shente, C. G.Shin, B. H.Shore, N. N.Smith, J. L.Su, G.Tahuite, B. B.Taylor, R. E.Tombar, M. O.Tovar, J. A.Tse, K.Valencia, M. A.Valles, A.Vargas, V. J.White, C. L.Williams, T. W.Woolf, M. R.Lingao, A.Martin, E. M.

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Feller; Diana Felszeghy; John Fran-co; Fred Gallegos; Harry Johnson; Janice Louie; Mila Lumbang; May Ma; Carl Paneno; Cristina Paneno; Linda Rorex; Gregory Sayers; Mat-thew Spease; Gail Staugaard; Kelly Taggart; William Tilley; Modesto Va-lenzuela; Raul Velasco; Afaf Yacoub; and Daniela Zaccaro!!

Thank you ACEBSA members for your participation and involvement in this fun activity! Submit the correct answer(s) to the El Pueblo Quiz Questions in this issue of El Pueblo for a chance to win 2 AMC Movie Tickets (now, 8 sets per month)!!! ACEBSA members, best of luck in solv-ing the June 2017 Quiz Questions!!

Other Random Drawings ____________________Through a random drawing, on the 5th of each month, a maximum of two (2) sets of movie tickets will be given to two (2) lucky winners from each of the following categories:

May’s El Pueblo Pop Quiz Winners____________________The winners of the May 2017 El Pueblo Pop Quiz are: Michelle Dulalia and Bara King! They answered all 10 ques-tions correctly and completely! Congrat-ulations Michelle and Bara!

Congratulations are also in order to the following members who also answered all 10 El Pueblo Pop Quiz questions cor-rectly and completely: Marilou Rom-ney; and Jeffrey Nelson!!

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