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Memories and Truth Are Part of Returning to Your ‘Geography of Home’Dear Readers,

I believe it matters to know where

on earth you are, to have a personal sense of geography,to identify yourselfin the bigger scheme of the world. I read that geography works like this: First you consider a spot on the globe—it is a “place.” Then you notice the people and it becomes a “thing,” maybe a city or a state. When you involve yourself with personalities there, that fi rst thing you called geog-raphy includes a state of mind. Your ‘geography of home’ is a state of mind where yourroots are. The geography you call home is a place that molds you in all ways including your intellect and heart. At this later stage of life, the geography of home can create nostalgia and deep longings to return in search of what we once had. Ten years ago a son drove me through Midwest farm country, which is my personal geography of home. I soaked in the landscape and memories of growing up on a family farm. I described to him how certain factors told me where a family farm house/barn/outbuildings/windmill had stood where now hundreds of acres

are farmed in one stretch. He said, “This is your landscape, isn’t it, Mom? Your homeland. It’s what made you what you are.” I believe it was a compli-ment and an expression of his understanding of the ‘geography of home’ concept.

I recently once again visited my ‘geography of home’ in the Midwest. My roots are deep in the rich, black dirt that grew corn and soybeans, oats and wheat, Holsteins and horses. I love the smell of the earth in newly plowed fi elds and the pungent aroma of alfalfa hay. As a teenager, I spent summer days driving trucks and tractors in our family’s fi elds as we put up hay for the dairy cows. (It didn’t hurt that Daddy hired teenage boys to help throw the bales on the wagons.) Home meant big barns, silos, lush gardens, farm animals—and hard work!—all are a part of my geography

of home. Grazing cows on rolling hills, fi elds broken from one another by tree-lined fences, woods, a country cemetery. And down the road and around a curve, a small town. I experienced once again a Midwest storm complete with thunder, lightning, hail and rain. When it let up, the frogs were croaking wildly in the creek and ditches. I should have gone frog gigging with my grandsons, but it was already past their bedtime and…well, you know how those things go. It was my childhood memory calling, not theirs. Returning is never the same. “You can’t go home again,” Thomas Wolfe wrote. Going home involves feelings of loss but also much truth and understanding. It means seeing things for what they really are with all their limitations. Yes, that’s what going home is really all about, isn’t it?

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Meet Norma Spillane, Blake Medical Center Nurse ExtraordinaireIn 1956, Elvis Presley’s recording

“Don’t Be Cruel” was number one on the charts. Eisenhower was president, a first class stamp cost three cents, unemployment was 4.4 percent, the Dow Jones closed over 500 and Norma Spillane graduatedAlton Illinois high school. In 1956, most young women had few career choices. Many married in their teens or early twenties and lived in post war housing develop-ments. Others cared for their aging parents or worked on the family farm. Most who worked outside of the home had manufacturing jobs or worked in food service as cooks and waitresses. Schools taught home economics and typing. Career paths were limited. The big three choices were teacher, nurse or secretary. Norma chose nursing. She was accepted at the Jewish Hospital of St. Louis, Missouri, (now Jewish Barnes) and graduated in 1959. Her favorite assignments were pediatrics and

obstetrics. She loved working with the young, especially the newborns. However, her most difficult case was caring for a young boy who died from Leukemia. It broke her heart and saddens her to this day. Her first job after graduation was for a private OB/GYN practice. She stayed there eighteen months before she joined the nursing staff at Alton Memorial Hospital where she spent the next twelve years working in ER and intensive care. Norma explained that ‘in those days’ there were no staff doc-tors in the ER. Nurses called patients’ own doctors to advise and attend. From the ER to the nursery, on day and night shifts, as student and supervisor, in private practice and at

Alton Memorial, Norma spent her first thirty years of nursing in Illinois. When she moved to Florida in 1989

she joined the Woman’s Center at Blake. Today, Norma spends most of her time on the medical and surgical floors where she works two or three twelve-hour shifts a week. In an environment that some would find overwhelming, Norma has accepted, adapted and excelled. When you meet her, it is difficult to imagine that she has been a nurse for over 55

years. Still physically fit and sharp, we can’t but help wonder if her long career has contributed to her vitality, or if it was the other way around? Even during the years when she cared for her husband who had ALS, Norma still continued to work on

weekends. It is because of her deter-mination to succeed, to provide and care for family, to adapt, to achieve and to learn that she is honored. The complete Norma is much more than ‘nurse’ Spillane. She has been wife and widow twice, the mother of two successful professionals and the grandmother of a magnificent ballerina who is attaining a Master’s degree in theatre direction. A lover of contemporary rock music, she follows a rock band called Thirty Seconds to Mars and has ‘followed’ them across the United States and as far as Ireland. A frequent ‘invitee’ to backstage gatherings, Norma is affectionately known to the band as “Grandma.” A noticeable blush and twinkle in the eye appears when she speaks of her adven-tures. Still wrestling with the idea of retirement—which might include public service for the disadvantaged or disaster relief—she also is open to the idea of following her granddaughter on another magnificent journey.

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Laugh! There Are No Toxic Side Effects!EVELYN MACKEY

Humor and laughter affect how we perceive events around us and

how we react to change. The fact is that we each have a choice for how we deal with stressful life events, whether they be due to illness, work or relationships. The event itself is neutral—it is neither good nor bad. Our reaction to the event is what determines whether we perceive it as a positive or negative experience. For example, suppose you’re stopped at a traffic light when you feel a hard knock against the back of your car. You look up in your rearview mirror and see that someone has rear-ended you. It’s just a minor fender bender, so you and the person behind you pull over to the side. The fact that a minor car accident occurred is in itself a neu-tral event. Whether you choose to rant and rave about it or politely exchange car insurance information is up to you.

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Vic Emmelkamp is always ready to serve when he’s needed,

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“People you know were coming into the shelter,” he said. “They were wiped out. They had no money. They had no clothes.” EARS is part of the Amateur Radio Emergency Service, or ARES, servingCharlotte and Sarasota counties. Emmelkamp joined the club in 2000 when he got his amateur radio license. “I got involved because I’ve been living abroad on a sailboat from 1994 to 1997,” Emmelkamp said. “Part of that time, my wife and I were in the Bahamas. We’re in contact with the NOLA Weather. I

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In hopes of exceeding expectations with a “beyond perfect” sailing, ECP – the authority on full-ship music charters – is pulling out all the stops to bring unprecedented levels of service, the finest jazz entertainment, and five-star dining and accommodations to a fortunate few. Barely outnumbering the 330 crew members and staff, guests of The Signature Jazz Cruise on Seabourn will enjoy unprecedented access to people, places and flavors most only dream of encountering in their lifetime.Accommodating a mere 450 guests, this unforgettable journey commences in Monte Carlo, Monaco, on September 30, and disembarks in Barcelona, Spain, October 10. Along the way, the luxury cruise liner

stops at some of the most exciting destinations dotting the French, Italian and Spanish coasts. These include Sanary-sur-Mer, La Joliette (Marseille) and St. Tropez, France; Portovenere (Cinque Terre), Livorno (Florence/Pisa), Civitavecchia (Rome) and San Remo, Italy; and, in Spain, Palamos and the island of Palma de Mallorca. On land, guests can partake in culinary adventures curated by Michael Bauer (executive food and wine editor and restaurant critic for the San Francisco Chronicle), vineyard tours and other Seabourn excursions; retain the services of a guide for a more personalized tour; or venture out on their own to explore these beautiful destinations at whim. Whichever option guests choose, Seabourn staff is readily available to meet any and all requests and assist in making one’s plans for the day a reality.But when the sun goes down and the boat sets sail, the real excitement is just getting started. Between daytime jaunts at idyllic ports of call along the Mediterranean coast, Grammy® Award-winning jazz vocalist Diana Krall headlines four nights of intimate performances aboard the ship. The Jazz Cruise All-Star Band, composed of acclaimed musicians Karrin Allyson, Shelly Berg, Randy Brecker, John Clayton, Anat Cohen, Wycliffe Gordon and Jeff Hamilton, provides stellar entertainment the remaining evenings. These unparalleled performances are

staged in the ship’s Grand Salon, an elegant venue that can accommodate all guests on the boat. Seats are assigned on a fair and rotating basis so that the audience never has to wait in line. Additionally, all shows are included in the cost of one’s reservation. Guests merely show up for a night of music to remember!“Being able to present extraordinary talent onboard such as Diana Krall is a dream come true for our jazz fans and for our company. We have produced over 30 of the world’s greatest jazz cruises over the years, but this is the most exciting program we have ever offered,” says ECP Executive Director Michael Lazaroff. Dining is another privilege aboard the Seabourn. An array of casual and formal options exist for breakfast, lunch and dinner with superb quality and service being the great uniter. The ship’s main dining room, The Restaurant, offers the most formal atmosphere and gourmet culinary experiences. Those who seek more casual dining will gravitate toward the beautiful Colonnade, which offers ample outdoor seating for a truly memorable meal. At night, the menu

here gravitates toward the culinary flavors of that day’s port of call. The Seabourn Square’s coffee bar presents a quick “on the go” option for those desiring cup of joe or craving a delicious pastry. Poolside lunches at Patio Bar & Grill go beyond the standard fare to include savory salads, seafood dishes and more. For dinner, this venue tempts with its steaks, barbecue and seafood selections. Also at night, Restaurant 2 provides innovative small-plates tasting menus in a lively environment. For those interested in taking in a meal from their suite or private veranda, room service is available for every meal as well.Along with meals, fine wines, mixed drinks, beer, soda and other beverages are included in one’s reservation as are the wine, champagne and spirits stocked in the individual suites. All guests enjoy ocean views from suites ranging in size from 295 to more than 1,000 square feet. Reservations start at $6,000 and can be made by calling Golden Anchor Travel (941) 922-4070 or (800) 299-1125.

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Finding a Treasure Is As Close As a Habitat for Humanity

BY JANICE DOYLE

“Treasure is what someone finds and loves.”—Renee Snyder

“Our store is kalaidescopic in nature,” said Dan Crowther,

manager of the Tampa Habitat for Humanity ReStore. “The merchandise changes and you never know what you’ll find.” Or how it will be used. “We had a number of 8-foot tall sliding glass doors—too tall for most homes—and someone bought them to make a greenhouse.” In April, said Jackie Buckley, Execu-tive Director of the Tampa store, a production company donated 2,000 sheets of 3/4 inch plywood. Bought new for $33/sheet, the wood is being sold at the ReStore for $14/sheet. Renee Snyder, Executive Director of Sarasota ReStores 1 and 2, describes adding a donation of 20,000 light bulbs to her store’s inventory. And yet just next door is their ReStore Boutique, where options can include items with name brands from Tiffany to Henredon to Coach. “All of it can make the right person happy,” she said. “And today it’s smart, savvy and fashionable to be a prudent shopper. Value and price are important.” Each ReStore and its merchandise reflect the community they are in. The Tampa store is located in a working class neighborhood where their number one seller is kitchen cabinets. Sarasota’s Store 1 is in a more upscale location and their top seller is sofas. “We’re very lucky here in Sarasota to have the quality and variety of dona-tions that we receive,” said Snyder. “We are also unique because we are

the only resale store in Sarasota that sells building materials, especially in the quantity we have.” Each store’s staff and volunteers work hard for that variety in dona-tions. Sometimes they deconstruct a house or building headed for demoli-tion, removing fixtures, appliances, doors, anything that can be resold. Snyder’s staff and volunteers provide a service accepting estate donations. They will go into a home or ALF setting, pack and move donated items. What was important to one person in their lifetime is put where another per-son can find them to enjoy—treasures!

The donors Being the donor makes people happy, too. Mark Caleb, a Fort Myers area homeowner, cleaned out his garage and moved two cartons of extra tiles and a kitchen sink from a kitchen makeover to the ReStore there. “Maybe they’ll have a second life in someone else’s kitchen,” he said. “At least they didn’t go into the landfill.” Long known for building houses, Habitat’s first ReStore opened in the mid-1980s as a way for Habitat to raise revenue and promote its message of sustainability. Now more than 750 stores nationwide

contribute sales of more than $400 mil-lion annually to the overall Habitat cause. Jamie Songy, Director of Resource Development at the Tampa store, says their sales provide more than 50 per-cent of the money needed for projects by Habitat in Hillsborough County. Volunteers Volunteers are the glue that holds Habitat together at every level. “Our volunteers are fantastic at finding their passion and making that relevant to our cause,” said Songy. “When two people sweat next to each other on a building site, they are equals. And in the same way, our stores are places where people

of all abilities can find a job and become a part of the family.”

Each of the more than 20 ReStores in west central Florida is operated independently although they all use the ReStore name and logo. All donations are tax deductible. A Habitat ReStore. Where else could you find a Magic Chef range, a $1,000 mirror for $400, 20 like-new sofas, 18 brand new bathtubs, cases of light bulbs, a chandelier, an Ethan Allen dining room set, avacado green tiles, a pro athlete’s custom kitchen cabinets (for $2,100), a 50’s pink toilet, packaged Q-tips, 23 bi-fold doors, three five-gallon cans of gray paint, a brass fireplace set, two pallets of shingles, a brand new sheet set, and bric-a-brac of every kind? And so, every ReStore becomes a treasure hunt, a donation location and a place to use your talents as a volunteer. Don’t miss the fun.

Most stores have trucks to pick up donations. ReStores need:

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(7 years old or newer)Architectural Items • Furniture

Kitchen/Bath cabinetsFlooring • Doors • Tools

Electrical (residential only)Plumbing • HVAC/AC units

Lumber (full sheets/lengths only)Lighting • Windows

Roofing materials/guttersSheetrock/drywall (full sheets only)

Paint (full/unopened cans only)

Call your local Habitat ReStore to see how you can donate or get involved.

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The Healthy Geezer: Sleep ApneaBY FRED CICETTI

Q. My husband seems to stop breathing briefly during the

night. It scares me, but he doesn’t seem to be worried about it. Any ideas about what causes this?

It’s possible that your husband is experiencing sleep apnea. I urge

you to get your husband to a doctor for a diagnosis because sleep apnea can be a serious disorder. High blood pressure is common in sleep apnea. Sudden drops in blood oxygen levels that occur during sleep stoppages increase blood pressure and strain the cardiovascular system, raising the risk of heart failure and stroke. About 18 million Americans have sleep apnea. It’s much more commonin older adults and men. Apnea isGreek for “without breath.” People with sleep apnea stop breathing for as long as 30 seconds at a time. These interruptions can

happen hundreds of times a night. The breathing cessations may wake you and prevent you from getting a good night’s sleep. These awakenings usually are so brief that you don’t recall them. There are two kinds of sleep apnea:central and obstructive. If you have central sleep apnea, there’s a communication breakdownbetween the breathing muscles and your brain. It’s uncommon. About 90 percent of sleep-apnea victims have obstructive apnea, which is caused by a blockage in the windpipe. Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the muscles in the back of your throat relax. These muscles support the soft palate, tonsils, tongue and uvula—that doohickey that hangs in the back of your mouth. When the muscles relax, your airway is narrowed and breathing is cut off. A blockage can also be caused by a lot of fatty tissue in the throat.

The most common symptoms ofsleep apnea include:

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shortness of breath• Awakening with a dry mouth or

sore throat• Sleep deprivation issues such as

forgetfulness and mood changes. A common treatment for sleep apnea that helps most sufferers is Continuous Positive Airway Pres-sure (CPAP). You sleep with a special mask that adds pressure to the air you breathe. Mild cases of apnea can be treated with dental devices that move your jaw forward to make breathing easier. In very few cases, surgery is necessary to remove tonsils or extra tissue from the throat.

There are some self-help techniques:• Sleep on your side instead of your back.

Sleeping on your back can cause your tongue and soft palate to rest against the back of your throat and block your airway.

• Eliminate alcoholic beverages and sleep medicines, which relax the muscles in your throat.

• Quit smoking. Nicotine is a stimulant and can interfere with sleep. Smoke is an irritant to nose, throat and lungs.

• Lose weight. A fat neck tends to narrow the airway in your throat.

When you go to a doctor for a diagnosis, he or she may refer you to a sleep disorder center. You may be asked to undergo over-night monitoring of your breathing and other body functions during sleep. You may also be referred to an ear, nose and throat doctor to rule out any blockage in your nose or throat. If you would like to ask a question, write to [email protected] Rights Reserved © 2014 by Fred Cicetti


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Veterans CornerBY JANICE DOYLE

VA health care gets high marks

For the many veterans who get their health care through the VA,

the good news is that in 2013 cus-tomer satisfaction among veteran patients was among the best in the nation and equal to or better than ratings for private sector hospitals. An independent rating group found the overall satisfaction index for VA was 84 for inpatient care and 82 for outpatient care, which compares favorably with the U.S. hospital indus-try. Since 2004, the survey has con-sistently shown that veterans give VA hospitals and clinics a higher customer satisfaction score, on average, than patients give private sector hospitals. These overall scores are based on specific feedback on customer expectations, perceived value and qual-ity, responsiveness to customer complaints and customer loyalty. One signature finding for 2013 is the continuing high degree of loyalty to VA among veterans, with a score of 93 percent favorable. This score has remained high (above 90 percent) for the past ten years. Three cheers for VA medical care!

New Veteran Health ID Cards The VA is rolling out newly designed, more secure Veteran Health ID Cards (VHIC). The new cards are distinguished by additional security features and will have a different look and feel. The VHIC cards will also display the Veteran’s Member ID, a new unique identifier, as well as a Plan ID, reflecting the veteran’s enrollment in VA health care. Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki said, “These new identification cards are an important step forward in protecting our nation’s heroes from identity theft and other personal crimes.”

The VHIC is personalized to display the emblem of the veteran’s branch of service. It also provides VA phone numbers and emergency care instructions on the cards. The card replaces the Veteran Identification Card (VIC), which was introduced in 2004. VA recommends veterans safeguard their VIC as they would a credit card, and cut up or shred the card once it is replaced. While not required to receive VA health care, all enrolled veterans are encouraged to get a VHIC. Information online at va.gov/healthbenefits/vhic or by calling 1-877-222-VETS (8387).

Bringing home the soldiers’ dogs There are currently around 38,000 U.S. military members still serving in Afghanistan. Like soldiers throughout history, soldiers may feed local dogs which become part of their family away from home. Problem

is, they have to leave them behind. The Mission No Buddy Left Behind program (a part of Guardians of Rescue, an animal welfare organiza-tion) aims to help bring two dogs from a base in Afghanistan home along with soldiers from a Navy team. The price tag? $6,000. The first dog acquired was a result of meeting a vil-lage elder who had a puppy that was skinny, dirty, hungry and matted. The soldier traded scrap wood for the dog. Once the soldiers had the first one, the second one, in much the same condi-tion, was brought to them. It didn’t take long before a bond developed with the soldiers who cared for them who would like to bring them home. To learn more, or to make a donation to support the Guardians of Rescue, log onto guardiansofrescue.org.

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Boomers’ Dark Secret: Booze

What a doctor doesn’t know or doesn’t ask could end up hurting

a patient. A man suffers a heart attack and is brought into the emergency room. On aspirin therapy for a year, he had stopped it three weeks earlier on his physician’s advice after reporting more cardiac discomfort and using more ni-troglycerin just to get through the day. He needs bypass surgery, a fairly common and relatively quick procedure. Once surgery begins, though, so does uncontrolled bleeding. Thirteen hours later, the patient’s life has been saved, but he faces a complicated recovery. Blame a potentially deadly and all-too-common cocktail, says Christine L. Savage, Ph.D, of the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing. Alcohol is an anticoagulant. The patient, a lifelong

drinker, was still drinking daily. The doctor didn’t know about it because he didn’t ask. In addition, the patient had heard only “aspirin,” not “children’s aspirin,” so he had been taking a higher-than-prescribed dosage of that blood thinner. (Nitroglycerin also opens blood vessels to improve flow.)

Simple Questions, Hard Answers In an editorial for the Journal of Addictions Nursing, Savage writes that, unlike members of previous generations, many of these individuals have been using alcohol

(and other drugs) for their entire adult lives. There are consequences. “Alcohol is a dirty drug, and it causes all kinds of long-term problems,” Savage says. Alcohol contributes to increased risk for more than 65 diseases and conditions, including pancreatic, breast and ear, nose, and throat cancers, liver disease, injuries and cognitive impairment. “It’s an equal opportunity problem that cuts across socioeconomic and gender lines,” adds Deborah Finnell at Johns Hopkins. “When people come in ...the best practice is to ask questions related to alcohol, tobacco and other drug use. There are reliable and valid measures—very simple measures—that can be used to screen for these issues.” Savage says medical staff often tend not to think of older patients as people whose alcohol use may be putting them at risk, and they may be uncomfortable asking a grandfatherly type about their alcohol use.”

It’s important to make the effort, specialists say. Older patients could be experiencing “bereavement, isolation, loneliness, an underlying depression or pain, so they’re self-medicating as a numbing agent, using alcohol.” The insurance system is part of the problem. “Insurers, what are they paying for? They’re paying for a six-minute visit. They’re paying for tests. These aren’t tests. They are ways of talking to people and coming up with strategies that don’t require a chest X-ray or an MRI.” Even a brief intervention con-versation of five- to 10-minutes can build rapport with the patient and pick up the subtle changes that may indicate problems.

Leading the Way Ultimately, the goal is to raise awareness. Patients need to begin to think about their alcohol use and realize the dangers it may be having on their overall health. (Newswise)


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Ways to Strengthen Social SecurityBY J. RUSSELL WILLIAMSON, President, Platinum Planning, IncAsset Management and Wealth Advisory

Due to the large number of baby boomers reaching retirement age,

the Social Security trust funds are scheduled to be exhausted in 2033. The program will then be able to only pay about 77 percent of retirement benefits, according to the Social Se-curity Administration. Several studies have looked at ways to strengthen the Social Security system and have determined four viable options:• We can raise the earnings cap. Currently, annual earnings above $117,000 are not subject to Social Security payroll taxes.• We can reduce the benefits for high-income beneficiaries.• We can raise the eligibility age, cur-rently 67 for those born in 1960 or later.• The final option is to change the way the Administration calculates the annual cost-of-living adjustment

(COLA). This would result in smaller increases to an individual’s benefit pay-ments each year, but could have a sub-stantial impact on the overall savings to the Social Security program over time. A 2013 study by the NORC Center for Public Affairs Research has shown that adults over 50 believe that the best choice is to increase the earnings cap. Middle-agers have mixed views on reducing benefits for high income earners, they are mostly opposed to raising the eligibility age, and are definitely against reducing the COLA. Our country is facing tough decisions on how to handle the fiscal challenges of sustaining Social Security in light of a shrinking tax base with fewer people participating in the labor force. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how these changes may affect your financial plan and the investment decisions you may need to make. For more info, contact Platinum Planning Inc. at 941-444-5260 or www.platinumplanninginc.com.


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in and near Atlanta, but it takes me only one day to become a “Windie.” A Windie is a die-hard GWTW fan, a person who is immersed in the history, legends and legacy surrounding the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel and enormously popular film. Some dream of Rhett; others dream of Scarlett’s fancy clothes or 17” waist. As for me, I dream of publishing a novel that wins one of the world’s most prestigious awards and is turned into a film that earns me millions. On the surface, GWTW is the wildly romantic tale of Scarlett O’Hara, a headstrong Southern belle (played by Vivian Leigh in the movie) and her love-hate relationship with Rhett Butler, a dashing, successful opportunist (depicted by Clark Gable). But on a deeper level, GWTW is the story of the American South during and immediately after the Civil War, a time when an entire society was challenged and ultimately transformed. The book, written by fi rst-time novelist Margaret Mitchell, was released to the public in 1936 and became an overnight sensa-tion. David Selznick produced the movie, which is the highest grossing fi lm in box-offi ce history, earning an estimated $3.3 billion in today’s dollars. To capitalize on the public’s interest, the State of Georgia created a GWTW Trail that leads people to fi ve sites that are in some way connected to the book, the fi lm or the author.

First stop: Mitchell’s relatives’ home where she listened to fam-ily stories about their Civil War experiences. Many of these tales were transformed into scenes in her novel, leading her heirs to dub Clayton County the “Offi cial Home of Gone with the Wind.” (To Mitchell’s dismay, Selznick upgraded the comfortable farmhouse of Mitchell’s memory into Tara, a much grander mansion that

he thought would better appeal to movie audiences.)

Next: The Road to Tara Museum has authentic Civil War items and reproduc-tions of many of the costumes worn in the fi lm, including the green Drapery Dress that Leigh wears in one

of the movie’s most memorable scenes. But when I see the display of foreign edition books I begin to morph from casual tourist to possible Windie. GWTW has been translated into more than forty languages and sold in more than fi fty countries, from Albania and Burma to North Korea and Serbia. Why are people all over the world so intrigued by a story about a war that took place in America so long ago?

We learn the answer at the Margaret Mitchell House, where the author lived when she began her novel. Exhibits include a quote by Margaret Mitchell: “If the novel has a theme, it is that of survival.” Why, of course. GWTW addresses a basic concern: If their old world is “gone with the wind,” how do

people create a new one that will work in their new circumstances? This is a question asked by everyone

who has ever suffered a hardship, whatever be the cause. When seen in this light, it’s easy to understand the story’s universal and enduring appeal. Atlanta’s Public Library holds many personal items, including her old Remington typewriter and 1937 Pulitzer Prize certifi cate. The Marietta GWTW Mu-seum, Scarlett on the Square, holds a treasure-trove of photos and ephemera including Gable’s fi lm contract for $160,000 and Vivian Leigh’s for a mere $30,000. At Atlanta’s Oakland Cemetery, Mitchell is buried next to her husband. Her tombstone is small compared to many and gives no hint of her fame. It’s simply inscribed with her married name, Margaret Mitchell Marsh. Someone, a Windie no doubt, has decorated the grave with pink fl owers, reputedly Mitchell’s favorite color. I want to stay longer in Georgia to delve more deeply into the GWTW phenomena and to learn more about the era in which the novel is set. But we have a plane to catch, so I console my-self by remembering Scarlett’s words, “Tomorrow is another day.” I’ll be back.

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most memorable scenes. But when I see the display of foreign edition

possible Windie. GWTW has been translated into more than forty languages and sold in more than fi fty countries, from

Trivia: One million people came to Atlanta for the fi lm’s premiere at the Loew’s Grand Theatre on December 15, 1939, which had been declared a state holiday by the governor. 300,000 people lined the streets for seven miles to watch limousines bring the stars from the airport. The movie played advance-ticket road show

engagements, and in many cities (including Moscow) the movie ran 24 hours a day to accommodate movie-goers. It opened

during the Blitz in London and ran there for four years. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gone_with_the_Wind_(fi lm) - cite_note-35)

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film that earns me millions.

Clayton County is proud that Mitchell’s heirs dubbed it “The

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One of the most popular pieces in The Road to Tara Muse-um is a replica of the Drapery Dress, worn

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A Tudor Revival mansion had been subdivided into small apartments by the time Mitchell

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Wilson was the first U.S. President to celebrate Father’s Day in June 1916, in the form of a party his family hosted. President Calvin Coolidge declared it a national holiday in 1924. In 1966, President Lyn-don Johnson, by official

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A typical router can accom-modate 50 to 100 computers

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Bob’s Barker…Shut up!Or ConsequencesStopping Nuisance Barking in Your Neighborhood

Imagine one of those delicious Florida nights, with a gentle breeze blowing

through open windows as you drift off to sleep. Just then, new neighbor Bob lets his yappie dog out before return-ing to his six-pack and Wrestlemania marathon. Peace is shattered by the non-stop monotonous barking and you fantasize about revenge. What to do? Call the police? Start blasting polka music through your outdoor sound system?Why do dogs bark? To solve this problem, you must first figure out what motivates a dog to bark. What does he want? A fearful or anxious Yorkie might want an approaching stranger to go away. Shepherds might be protecting their territory. Hounds might be hearing or smelling some critter. High energy Schnauzers or bored Poms might want attention from Mommy. Occasional barking can inadvertently lead to problem barking when the dog consistently gets what he wants when he barks, making him think his barking was successful: the person or dog walked away, or Mommy let him indoors or yelled “shut up” (both give attention).Solving the problem There is no easy way to fix this problem. Removing the stimulus can be difficult. Installing a privacy fence might help. Medications can reduce anxieties and phobias. Enriching the environment with toys, exercise, structured playtime, or adding a second (quiet) pet can relieve boredom. Anti-bark citronella collars (my favorite) and electronic collars can help when

the pet parent is away, but are most effective when the parent is present by interrupting the dog before he is guided to a more appropriate behavior. Since most problem barking occurs when the parent is home, the most important step is behavioral modification training to modify the dog’s response to the trigger by reinforcing desired behaviors (calm and quiet) and avoiding anything that

rewards the barking. Behavioral

modification trains calmness

by rewarding only quiet and relaxed behavior (withfood or praise).

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small rug or bed, give a simple command (“sit”), tell him to “relax”

or “be quiet.” Waiting until the pet is settled and quiet is

perhaps the most practical way to achieve quiet, which should immediately be rewarded. Noncompli-ance, barking and pushy behaviors are NEVER to be rewarded or punished, but should be ignored. I have one word about surgicaldebarking – NO! If all else fails…there are public nuisance laws. Before filing a complaint with local animal control, speak with your neighbor directly or leave him a note. Some parents are unaware of problem barking when they aren’t home. More than one complaint is needed before declaring a dog a public nuisance, which can result in a fine, a criminal charge or the impounding of the dog.

Kate Brown, DVM is the owner and medical director of Brandt Veterinary Clinic in Nokomis, Florida, a Cat Friendly Practice awarded by the American Association of Feline Practitioners. Visit their website at www.brandtvetclinic.com or email her at [email protected].

Habitat Volunteer Lives Her PassionOn nice days, June Williams rides

in her motorized wheelchair south on Bee Ridge from her home at Emeritus Assisted Living Facility to serve as a goodwill ambassador for the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Palm Plaza Shopping Center. At age 80, June has donated 1,767 volunteer hours to Habitat since 2009. She has cerebral palsy and spastic paralysis and cannot live unassisted. Her goal at the store is to greet each shopper and make certain they have a good shopping experi-ence. She never fails to mention information about current sales. Like many others with all kinds of abilities and special abilities, Habitat provides a place where a volunteer like June can find her passion and live life to the fullest while helping others. For more information, call Sarasota ReStore at 941-487-7378.


Is There Such a Thing As Healthy Homemade Ice Cream?June is National Dairy

Month so get out the ice cream maker (prefer-ably an easy, affordable tabletop model). It’s time for healthy, lower-fat (but still rich-tasting) healthy ice cream. Tips for making Ice Cream recipes healthy: Use nonfat sweetened condensed milk and low-fat milk in place of heavy cream and whole milk; eliminate 1 or more egg yolks; add gelatin to keep it rich and creamy without adding extra fat.

Low-Fat Vanilla Ice Cream3/4 c sugar3 Tbsp cornstarch1/8 tsp salt4 c fat-free half-and-half3 egg yolks, beaten3 tsp vanilla extract

Combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. Gradually stir in half-and-half. Bring to a boil over me-dium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove and cool slightly. Whisk a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks. Return all to the pan, whisking constantly. Cook and stir over medium heat for 2 – 3 minutes

or until mixture reaches 160° and coats the back of a metal spoon. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla. Cool quickly by placing pan in a bowl of ice water; stir for 2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl. Press plastic wrap onto surface of custard. Refrigerate for several hours or overnight.

Fill cylinder of ice cream maker two-thirds full; freeze according to manufacturer’s directions. Refrigerate remaining mixture until ready to freeze. Allow to ripen in ice cream freezer or firm up in the refrigerator freezer for 2 – 4 hours before serving. Yield: 1 quart.

Low-Fat, No Cholesterol Strawberry Ice Cream

1 large package instant sugar-free vanilla pudding

2 – 3 c crushed strawberries(or other fruit)

1 large can evaporated skim milk

2 c sugar5 – 6 c skim milk

Mix dry ingredients, then add other ingredients and mix well. Freeze in an ice cream freezer and let set 30 minutes to 1 hour.

Low-Fat Ice Cream2 envelopes plain gelatin1/2 c water3 qts milk3 c sugar2 (13 oz) cans evaporated milk2 – 3 Tbsp vanilla Soak gelatin in 1/2 c water. Scald 2 cups of the milk and dissolve the gelatin in hot milk. Add the sugar and

stir until dissolved. Cool to room temp and add evaporated milk, the 2 1/2 qts of milk and the vanilla. Chill and freeze in 6-qt freezer. Optional: a pint of half & half may be substituted for 2 cups of the milk. Recipes from Taste of Home

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In 1845, the hand-cranked freezer was invented, allow-ing Americans to make ice cream more easily at home.

Tips For A Drought-Proof GardenBY MELINDA MYERS, Author, TV/Radio Host and Gardening Expert

No matter where you live, being a waterwise gardener makes

environmental and economic sense. And it’s really easier than you think. Here are just a few of the easy and affordable ways to conserve water while growing a beautiful garden. Grow plants suited to your climate and rainfall. Select drought-tolerant plants, that once established, require less ongo-ing care. Consider native plants. Group moisture-loving plants together and near a source of water. Provide additional shade during hot dry weather to reduce the plant’s water needs. Use organic nitrogen fertilizers like Milorganite (milorganite.com). This slow release fertilizer encourages slow steady growth that requires less water. Install a rain barrel to capture rain for watering in-ground and container

gardens or to supplement your gar-den’s moisture needs during drought. Use soaker hoses and drip irrigation to save water by applying the water directly to the soil where it is needed. Consider connecting your rain bar-rel to a soaker hose. Just open the spigot and allow gravity to slowly empty the water throughout the day. Always water thoroughly and less frequently to encourage deep drought tolerant roots. Add a layer of or-ganic mulch to conserve moisture. Allow lawns to go dormant during droughts. Apply ¼ inch of water every three to four weeks during extended droughts. This keeps the crown of the plant alive while the grass remains dormant. Do not apply weed killers and minimize traffic on dormant lawns. Melinda Myers has more than 30 years of horticulture experience and has written over 20 gardening books For tips and videos, visit melindamyers.com.

Fun On The FourthGloria Musicae Presents: “A PatrioticSpectacular” Chorus Concert Rousing patriotic songs, traditional American folk songs and a tribute to Harold Arlen highlight the vocal fire-works that Gloria Musicae presents each Independence Day. Stay downtown and watch the fireworks over Sarasota Bay! Concert starts 4:30 pm at First United Methodist Church, 104 S. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota. $31.50. 941-953-3368.

North Port Freedom Festival This free family-friendly event includes a kids area, a variety of food and craft vendors and live main stage entertainment. Wear your red, white and blue, bring your blanket or folding chairs and be prepared for a fireworks display that will light up the sky. 6 pm on July 4 at North Port High School, 6400 W. Price Blvd., North Port. 941-429-7275.


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A study from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine in 2010 that said the average handset carries 18 times more potentially harmful germs than a flush handle on a men’s public toilet. Fortunately, those in the know say you’ve built up an im-munity to the germs you carry around, but still…wipe your phone down with antibacterial wipes. And just like your mom always said—wash your hands!

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