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Holiday Inn Express Hwy 371, Brainerd/Baxter MN Hotel 888-824-3232 Packages are available at www.BrainerdHI.com or call for reservations from the PUBLISHER IN THIS ISSUE Publisher’s Page - pg. 3 A Crazy Publishing Story - pg. 4 About our Cover Photo - pg. 7 A Rescue Dog’s Anxiety - pg. 8 Not So Serious Spring Cleaning - pg. 10 Cooking with Bacon - pg. 11 SNICKERS, Plays on Words - pg. 12 Up, Up and Away - pg. 13 The Days of March - pg. 15 Take a BREAK - pg. 16 OUR ADVERTISERS AGC Property / Acuity Group Adagio Assisted Living Active Hearing & Audiology Bloomington Drug Copperfield Hill Dobo’s Bakery & Cafe Foot Solutions Forever Young Hair Salon Holiday Inn Express Minnesota Clinical Study Center Outing Lodge of Pine Point Studio K Group Fitness Whispering Pines ADVERTISING INFORMATION Ad rates and more details about us included on our website. But, we always welcome an old-fashioned phone call. Three is an important number this month as it is officially our third year of publishing Seasons & Generations magazine. It’s also my birthday, on the third day of this third month. Let me share three things I’ve learned over the past year. 1. As cold as winter was in Minnesota this year, it wasn’t as bad as what Boston received this year when it comes to snow and the polar vortex. I guess we should all count our frozen blessings. 2. Birthday’s aren’t as exciting at my age as they were when I was a kid, or a teenager, or when I turned 21. But the upside is that I won’t wake the next day with a hangover. And like the idea of a quiet dinner with my family. 3. My dog won’t care that it’s my birthday. He doesn’t care if I have to work every day. He has no opinion on my choice of hair style, wardrobe or even if I gain a few pounds. He only cares that I scratch his ears nightly, as he sits on my lap. One thing I can always count on is the pure joy he greets me with at the door. And he gives me presents every day, including; the ball, the knotted up tube sock and of course, the squeaky toy. If I don’t grab them from him, he’ll continually try to shove them into my hand. Yes, I feel blessed to have a dog that shares gifts. Oh, I also feel blessed for my family and friends in my life. I always tell them “Your presence is your presents.” Happy Birthday to all the other Pisces out there. SUBSCRIPTIONS Seasons & Generations is published monthly, free of charge. Personal subscriptions are $24 per year to cover first-class mailing cost only. DISTRIBUTION Please let us know if you’d like your facility added to our monthly delivery. LEGAL STUFF We are proud of our writers and advertisers, however, RSVP and Seasons & Generations magazine does not endorse content of articles, editorials or ads. I Encourage You to Share an Article for Publication Inspirational Family Stories From and For All Ages Seasonal Minnesota Events / Lifestyle Senior’s & Baby Boomer’s Childhood Memories Laure J. Rauch, Publisher • Rauch & Sister Varied Publications - RSVP 11535 Jonquil Street NW • Coon Rapids • MN • 55433 phone: 612.804.3160 • email: [email protected] www.SeasonsAndGenerations.com www.SeasonsAndGenerations.com • (612) 804-3160 • Minneapolis, MN 3 Crazy PUBLISHING story To all our readers who also are writers, and have shared their stories and poetry within the pages of S&G. This story is for you. My wife and I were discussing the idea of my attending a writers conference. We both agreed it would be a great way for me to meet some folks in the publishing industry and learn a bit about how it worked. So, when we noticed that I was booked to speak at a church in the same town as a big writers conference was held, all that was left for me to do was register for the conference and write them a check. I hadn’t ever attended this type of event before, so I was looking forward to meeting other writers and diving into the world of publishing. One of the features of the conference was that attendees could bring their book proposals and have them critiqued by publishers and editors. I brought my book proposal with me and, like everyone else, hoped I would get some positive feedback and maybe a little bit of interest from a publisher. My proposal was for I’m Not Crazy, But I Might Be A Carrier, an inspirational humor book that was a compilation of forty of my best humor columns. I thought it was a great idea for a book but I didn’t let myself get too worked up about finding a publisher for it at this conference. I realized I was a rookie and had a lot to learn, so I decided to relax and enjoy the experience. to pummel any stray optimism that happened to be floating around the room. One woman shook her head dismissively when she learned it was my first time there. “Well, don’t get your hopes up,” she said. “I had to attend these things for five years before I ever got a book contract. Then, after you find a publisher, it’ll be at least another year or two before your book is published, if it ever is at all.” During my time there, I met a lot of great people and got some great information. Most of the people I met were very encouraging and had upbeat perspectives. Because I’m the crack mathematician that I am, I was able to add the five and two together instantly, and I immediately realized she was telling me it was her opinion that I wouldn’t see anything of mine on the bookstore shelves for at least another seven years. There were a couple of folks, though, that did their best I smiled and thanked her for her input, and she said she hoped it helped. Thank God, I didn’t take it to heart. You see, I have a secret bit of programming code 4 www.SeasonsAndGenerations.com • (612) 804-3160 • Minneapolis, MN written in my mind that I placed there long ago. It’s called “You don’t know what I know.” I had been getting positive feedback on my humor pieces for years when I used to have a syndicated column, so I knew people really liked them. I also knew that there was some good buzz about my book floating around the conference. But even so, there were still some industry people who weren’t sold on the concept. “This book just won’t sell,” one editor told me. “People don’t want inspiration right after they’ve been reading humor. It just doesn’t work.” Never mind that A) the material had been working well in my syndicated column for years, and B) it was a compilation of the best of the best of those columns. When I heard the doomsayers tell me that the book would never sell, I just thanked them for their input, referred to my “You don’t know what I know” programming and went on my way. About a month later, I got an offer from a publisher wanting to publish the book. It wasn’t a huge offer, but the book sold. There are times on your journey when it seems no one believes in you. It feels like no one around you can see your vision. Nobody gets what you’re trying to accomplish. No one thinks you can make it happen. How you respond to the naysayers will depend largely on your level of self-belief. All innovators have to believe in themselves, not only when the sky is clear, Full Breakfast & Lunch Menu Daily Specials Home Made Pastries & Pies Apple Pies $2.00 OFF Please present coupon. Not valid with other offers. One coupon per purchase. 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The History of Irish Dance Most accounts of Irish dance were written by visiting English historians who were concerned with the social and economic conditions of the country rather than dancing. They inform us that the simple or ‘country’ dances were performed by the Irish at social gatherings. There are currently more than 1800 teachers and examiners around the world involved in Irish dance. In the 1700’s the ‘Traveling Dance Master’ made a major contribution to Irish dancing as we know it today. He was a professional, educated man who taught dancing for a living and introduced ‘step dancing’, so called because it was executed (as it still is) in eight bar ‘steps’. He also introduced a high degree of discipline including the holding of the hands by the side. In 1893 the Gaelic League was established to promote all aspects of Irish culture, especially literature and language and to a lesser extent the ‘native dancing’. We make feet happy! ...and knees, hips and backs, too! 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Saint Patrick described himself as a “most humble-minded man, pouring forth a continuous paean of thanks to his Maker for having chosen him as the instrument whereby multitudes who had worshipped idols and unclean things had become the people of God.” Why is the Shamrock the National Flower of Ireland? It is said that St. Patrick used it to explain the Holy Trinity to the pagans. Friendly Care, Family Owned, Fine Prices! Buy one, get one FREE All Size Power One Batteries Limit 5 packs per customer Expires April 15, 2015 FREE Clean & check your current hearing aids Tubing or parts replacement not included. Expires April 15, 2015 $500 off Any set of advanced hearing aid technology Not to be combined with any other offers, discounts or promotions. Expires April 15, 2015 Better Hearing for Active Living 2680 Snelling Ave Suite #265 Roseville 651.600.3245 www.ActiveHearing.net ABOUT our cover PHOTO Jennifer Schmidt has shared her beautiful photography with us before. And again, she doesn’t disappoint. She tells us, “I got up before sunrise and went down to the Lowry bridge. I was driving around trying to get the best view with the least amount of visual distractions.” She captured the bridge in all it’s glory along with cyclist, who I can only guess is very much looking forward to Spring. The Lowry Avenue Bridge at the Lowry Avenue crossing of the Mississippi River in Minneapolis has multi-color lights to illuminate the arches. The bridge normally displays blue lights but is lit in other colors for certain holidays and events. Organizations may request special lighting by completing an application, to recognize a specific cause or commemorate or enhance a specific community event. The county does not grant requests of a private nature such as birthdays or personal anniversaries. Submit your application at least 14 days before your event using either method: Register Online or email a letter with the organization’s name, description and date of the event, and color of lighting requested. (A pdf format application is preferred.) The county may waive the 14-day requirement when it’s not practical, such as a school or professional sports championship. The county administrator reviews and makes a determination on all applications for special lighting and that decision is final. Contact the Hennepin County Administration at 612.348.7574. Or fill out an application Online at www.hennepin.us. If you’re looking for a photographer for a family event, Jennifer can be reached at: [email protected] “I really believe there are things nobody would see if I didn’t photograph them.” — Diane Arbus Fitness for All Ages! 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He waits by the front door to get into his sweater, and trots out to the car to await the drive to school. Then it’s off to the gym or groceries for him and me. You can also throw in numerous and sundry errands, post office, Target, gas station, bank. Here is where things start to get complicated. He is usually rewarded with a dog treat at the bank – we drive through. To make sure they are aware of a dog in the car he climbs onto my lap, puts his paws on the window’s edge and stares directly at the teller. With that fluffy black and white face and beady brown eyes. How could the teller not offer a cookie! The gas station is a similar situation. In Oregon we are not allowed to pump our own gas. Yep just us and New Jersey. There’s a small piece of US trivia you didn’t see coming. Anyway only some of the gas attendants carry dog treats. Now call me crazy, but he knows who they are. If we happen to get one of the dog friendly pumpers he does his bank routine and is justly rewarded. If the guy is not carrying cookies in his pocket, well he doesn’t even get a friendly wag. The best show of all though is at the drive through coffee stand. As soon as the window is down he is leaning out with all his charm and appeal to collect his treat before I can even order my 12oz. non-fat cappuccino. Then just to make sure we all know who is #1 he tries to go back for seconds while I’m trying to pay. Beggar! The Barista is no help, she just says how handsome he is and compliments his sweater or haircut or whatever. He has her wrapped around his little paw! Thursdays, when my alarm goes off he leaps from the bed knowing he gets the 4am, 4 mile march to wear him out so he can make it through the day alone. Upon returning from the early morning death march he waits to have his feet wiped, gets a treat and heads off to his bed with a view of the neighborhood to nap, oops, I mean guard the house for the day. Fridays I’m the only one who has to be up and out early. Somehow he knows that! My husband will be home, so Beau doesn’t even bat an eye when the alarm goes off. He just snuggles up next to my hubby lying right in my vacated spot. Traitor! I don’t know if he is that smart or if we are just that predictable. I suspect he has trained us well. Bridget has a husband of 23 years, 3 kids, 2 goldfish, 1 cat , and 1 dog. You can follow her antics on blog,www.cr8tivemom.blogspot.com Specializing in Prescription Compounding for Humans and Pets. 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To make home delivered meals accessible for more people in the community, the local Meals on Wheels program has shifted to a sliding fee program. On average, meals cost approximately $5.50 a piece, some of which are subsidized through different programs. With the new sliding fee program, the home delivered meal program is now open to more community members, the meal price determined on eligibility to pay and need. “There is a group of people that fall into a category where they need assistance for health reasons, but don’t qualify through the county,” CROSS Meals on Wheels Coordinator Stephanie Lehman said. “We want to make sure the people needing help are getting it – so no senior goes hungry.”  Volunteer drivers currently provide a well check component for Meals on Wheels participants. In addition, CROSS is offering a comprehensive in-house screening by a case worker, providing more immediate and long-term assistance with the recipient and their families. The well-check and screening provides additional support which can be... “as important as the nutritious meal and a great benefit to participants if they are having a hard day.” Based in Rogers, CROSS serves more than 600 families each month. Family members of seniors are encouraged to call or email to obtain information about enrolling their loved one. For more information about volunteering or needing assistance, please contact : Elizabeth at 763-425-1050 or at www.CROSSservices.org. An Attitude of Graditude Brings Opportunity! Deb Rivard offers 44 years experience and specializes in consultations to find the best hair style and color for your face shape and skin tone. Deb’s the hairdresser you’ve been looking for! She listens with her ears, not her shears! SENIOR SPECIAL PERM & HAIRCUT $60 65 years + With Deb only. Not valid with other offers. Exp.3.3115 FULL FOIL & LOW LITES INCLUDES HAIRCUT VALENTINE’S ALL OVER COLOR $57 $75 1/2 OFF HAIR CUT With Deb only. 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I just have everything on display.” If everything is out, nobody will notice the really “good stuff”. Remember, you are not a store, nor are you a museum. Be selective, and let your most prized photos, accessories and family heirlooms shine. If you rationalize that a clean house is a sign of no Internet connection or no friends... You actually can have it all; a life and a clean house. While cleaning out all those boxes you may find some items you were saving for a special occasion. Now that they’ve been re-discovered, make your own special occasion and use grandma’s special teapot, or the good china. “My house was clean. Then the kids or grand kids visited.” The good news is that there are many people who love you and want to spend time with you. So far we’ve been talking about unpacking boxes. In this situation, make a special box or plastic bin just for the little one’s toys, blankets, etc. You can even start a fun project with them by putting their names on the container along with other decorations they may like. Before they leave, sing the “Clean Up” song and have everyone help as they sing their way to cleanness. But if you’re only looking for good excuses not to clean, here are a few; Every time you get the urge to clean, watch Hoarders. You may decide your house isn’t that dirty after all. When it’s your turn to host a gathering and your guests ask what they can bring, tell them dark socks and low expectations. Post a sign on your door that says: “My house was clean yesterday. Sorry you missed it.” Instead of vacuuming the sofa, just flip over the cushions. Don’t forget that the oven is a quick and effective hiding area for dirty dishes. Happy cleaning! Or not. REAL ESTATE NEWS More from Less - The Benefits of Downsizing According to AARP, for the next 17 years, baby boomers will be turning 65 at a rate of about 8,000 a day. By age 65, most people are thinking about downsizing so they can enjoy newfound freedom. and hit the beach or golf course. Raising your family in the cold winters of Minnesota could become a distant, frozen memory if you take the opportunity to move south or west to follow the year-round sunshine. So let’s consider some of the advantages of living the “less is more” lifestyle which may motivate you More Affordable Town: Downsizing is a great opto get started! Next month we’ll look at how to portunity to move to a less expensive area. Living create a downsizing game plan. in an area where affordability is in line with real estate prices could help your dollar spread further. Smaller House = Smaller Mortgage or No Mortgage Payment: Generally a smaller home Lifestyle Upgrade: Downsizing can give you more can translate into a smaller monthly payment. In time to pursue your interests and allow you to live many cases, you may have built up sizable equity closer to the amenities and activities you desire, in your current home and you may be able to cash such as; cultural and shopping activities, golf/tennis out and eliminate a mortgage payment completely. courses, bike trails, beaches, etc. Monthly Expenses: Downsizing your home also downsizes your monthly expenditures. Utilities may be less as well as taxes, insurance, general upkeep and maintenance. Climate Change: Downsizing also provides a fantastic opportunity to give up your snow blower Less Stuff = More Life: By investing the time and energy to clean out and downsize your possessions, you not only organize your home but your life! In downsizing, you’ll be on the road to a less stressful and more relaxing life that is easier to manage! by Stephanie Danielson, Broker/Owner Acuity Group 564 Dodge Ave. NW, Suite A, Elk River, MN For a free market value analysis, contact Stephanie direct 612.242.8747 Email [email protected] www.ACGProperty.com • facebook.com/AcuityRealty Acuity Group specializes in Seller/Buyer Transactions, Short Sales, Bank-Owned (REO) Sales, Investment Property, Rentals and Property Management 10 www.SeasonsAndGenerations.com • (612) 804-3160 • Minneapolis, MN ‘Bacon’ has been Roger’s nickname since elementary school. He learned to cook and bake at an early age from his mom, Eleanor who made the best pies in Morrison County. COOKING WITH ‘BACO N’ •• Roger aka ‘Bacon’ On those bone chilling days we need to eat something that as they say will “stick to your bones”. Something that is filling and really tastes good is baked pasta. We can get so many different shapes and sizes of pasta now. There’s angel hair, bowties, elbows, mini shells, penne rigate, spirals and ziti to name just a few. They all taste very much the same but their appearance can make your meal look extra special. For this month’s recipe I have chosen to use penne rigate which is short tube-shaped pasta which will hold some of the good tasting sauce inside the pasta. Chicken Alfredo Ingredients Legend says that Marco Polo introduced pasta to Italy following his exploration of the Far East in the late 13th century. y cooked and shredded 1 lb. chicken breasts full x. ½ of a 1 lb. box) 2 cups penne rigata (appro 2 cups milk ese 4 oz. package cream che ese (approx. 3/4 cup) 6 oz. grated Parmesan che The Chinese made a noodle-like food as early as 3000 B.C. 1/2 cup butter ck pepper 1/8 teaspoon ground bla er 2 teaspoons garlic powd And mythology suggests that the Greek God Vulcan invented a device that made strings of dough (possibly the first spaghetti!). Directions: Preheat oven to 350°. Co ok the penne rigata accord ing to package directions. Rinse under hot water. Wh ile cooking the pasta pre pare the Alfredo sauce. Mix butter in a medium no n-stick saucepan over me dium heat. Add cream che and garlic powder, stirrin ese g with wire whisk until sm oo th. Add milk, a little at a whisking to smooth out the tim e, lumps. Stir in the Parmesa n cheese and pepper. Remove from heat when sauce has thickened slig htly. Sauce will thicken rap Thin with milk if cooked too idly. long. Mix sauce with pa sta and shredded chicke n. Spray 8 x 8 baking pan wit h oil. Add the mixture to pan and bake for 45 min covered. Remove the cov utes er for the last 15 minutes. Pasta made its way to the New World through the English, who discovered it while touring Italy. Thomas Jefferson is credited with bringing the first “macaroni” machine to America in 1789 when he returned home after serving as ambassador to France. The first industrial pasta factory in America was built in Brooklyn in 1848. The average American consumes about 20 lbs. of pasta annually. www.SeasonsAndGenerations.com • (612) 804-3160 • Minneapolis, MN 11 SNICKERS - this month’s theme ___________ Plays on Words A man was dining alone in a restaurant where there was a gorgeous redhead sitting at the next table. He had been checking her out since he sat down, but lacked the nerve to talk with her. Say the words out loud... They make sense. Avoidable \uh-avoy’-duh-buhl\: What a bullfighter tries to do. Burglarize \bur’-gler-ize\: What a crook sees with. Suddenly she sneezed, and her glass eye came flying out of its socket towards the man. Counterfeiters \kown-ter-fit-ers\: Workers who put together kitchen cabinets. He reflexively reached out, grabbed it out of the air, and handed it back to her. Eclipse \i-klips’\: What an English barber does for a living. ‘Oh my, I am so sorry,’ the woman said, as she popped her eye back in place. ‘Let me buy your dinner to make it up to you.’ Eyedropper \i’-drop-ur\: A clumsy ophthalmologist. They enjoyed dinner together, and afterwards they went to the theatre followed by drinks. Afterwards she asked if he would like to come to her place for a nightcap and stay for breakfast. They had a wonderful evening. The next morning he asked, “Are you this nice to every guy you meet?” “No,’ she replies... “You’re just the first man who happened to catch my eye.” Heroes \hee’-rhos\: What a guy in a boat does. Left Bank \left’ bangk’\: What the robber did after his bag was full of loot. Misty \miss’-tee\: How golfers create divots. Pharmacist \farm’-uh-sist\: A helper on the farm. Polarize \po’-lur-ize\: What penguins see with. Primate \pri’-mate\: Removing your spouse from in front of the TV. Relief \ree-leaf’\: What trees do in the spring. Rubberneck \rub’-er-nek\: What you do to relax your wife. Seamstress \seem’-stress\: Describes 250 pounds in a size six. Selfish \sel’-fish\: What the owner of a seafood store does. Subdued \some-dood’\: Like, a guy, like, who works on one of those, like, submarines, man. Sudafed \soo’-da-fed\: Bringing litigation against a government official. Paradox \par’-of-docks\: Two physicians. Parasites \par’-uh-sites\: What you see from the top of the Eiffel Tower. If Spring came but once in a century, instead of once a year, or burst forth with the sound of an earthquake, and not in silence, what wonder and expectation there would be in all hearts to behold the miraculous change! But now the silent succession suggests nothing but necessity. To most people only the cessation of the miracle would be miraculous and t he perpetual exercise of God’s power seems less wonderful than its withdrawal would be. --- Henry Wadsworth Longfellow 12 www.SeasonsAndGenerations.com • (612) 804-3160 • Minneapolis, MN UP, UP and AWAY Remember the 1960’s? Remember the song My Beautiful Balloon? FUN FACTS ABOUT HOT AIR BALLOONING AT THE HUDSON HOT AIR AFFAIR (HHAA) List compiled by Evonne Jordan, 2010 I haven’t heard the song in years, but I still remember the lyrics and the melody. What year was the HHAA inaugural flight? 1990 What is the largest number of balloons to fly in a HHAA event? 56 Balloons What is the fewest number of balloons to fly in a HHAA event? 2 (due to bad weather) What is the furthest state a pilot has come (from the West)? California (pilot Jim Borchart) The furthest distance a pilot has come from the East? Pennsylvania What very large reptile participated in the HHAA for 2 years? The Sinclair Dinosaur What was one of the smallest balloons to fly at the HHAA? The Little Fishy What local bank brought back a wild west mode of transportation? Wells Fargo, the Stagecoach balloon Who helps prevent forest fires, and provides education about fire safety? The Smokey Bear balloon What is the coldest temperature that balloons have flown at the HHAA? -43 degrees F I guess that is a true testiment of beauty, and balloons, which were flying over Wisconsin, the first week of February, as they have done for 26 years now for the Hudson Hot Air Affair. I’ve already marked my calendar to attend next year. This time of year we mostly see the white stuff, or dull brown stuff on the ground. This is a fun event to lift your spirits with the bright colors in the sky. Here are some fun and surprising facts learned while attending. • The heat from a common barbeque grill is about 100 BTU’s. To fill these balloons it’s about 18 million BTU’s. The presenter said “You can cook a hot dog in four seconds.” I thought, stand back so you don’t scorch off your eyebrows!” • Hot air balloons cost around $50,000, add maintenance and fuel, it’s not an inexpensive sport. • Wind is a large concern when getting airborne and balloons are often tethered to the car while inflating just in case of a wind gust. If winds are over 8 MPH, the smart balloonists don’t fly. • Typically they fly at around 1,500 feet altitude - below the clouds, but above trees and power lines. • The baskets can’t hold a lot of cargo as they’re 4’x6’. Yet enough room for a picnic basket or libations, but certainly take a camera. • At this festival there are a few corporate logos on the balloons, but most feature farm fresh produce, and beautiful and wimsical colors and themes. photography by RP Tschida Saturday April 18, 2015 Paris in the 20’s Dinner Social Hour begins at 6:30 with dinner following Spring in Tuscany • Saturday May 30, 2015 • Call for more details 11661 Myeron Rd. N. • Stillwater • MN Call for Reservations: 651.439.9747 www.OutingLodge.com Bed & Breakfast Packages • Gift certificates • Group Rentals • Events & Retreats www.SeasonsAndGenerations.com • (612) 804-3160 • Minneapolis, MN 13 The JOY of taking CARE of our HEALTH I was caring for a woman and asked, “How was your breakfast this morning?” She replied that “It’s very good, except for the Kentucky Jelly. I can’t seem to get used to the taste.” I asked to see the jelly, and the woman handed me a foil packet labeled “KY Jelly.” A woman brought her child in to see the doctor, and he determined the child had an earache. He wrote a prescription for eardrops. In the directions he wrote, “Put two drops in right ear every four hours” and he abbreviated “right” as an R with a circle around it. Several days passed, and the woman returned with her child, and complained that the baby still had an earache, and his little behind was getting really greasy with all those drops of oil. An elderly man became irate during a medical examination when he peaked at the doctor’s chart and saw that the doctor had written Major S.O.B., underlined . The physician stopped him in midrant by saying “Major Shortness of Breath. But now they both apply.” When I was doing home health care, and had a patient who was very demanding and could be outright rude at times. At one point she was suffering from a stomach virus which made her a daily patient for a while. One morning she was sitting at the kitchen counter looking positively green around the gills. I asked, “Are you alright?” The doctor looked at the eardrops and sure enough, the pharmacist had typed the following instructions on the label: She looked me dead in the eyes and said, “Hell NO! That Dr. has to do something about these damn pills he gave me. “Put two drops in R ear every four hours.” They are too big to swallow so I have to cut them in half. And even Affordable Bathroom Safety worse, they are slimy and make me gag when I try to get them down!” I realized that the “pills” were suppositories. The dentist assured the patent, “Don’t worry, it will take me only a minute to pull your tooth out. “And how much will it cost me?” the patient replied. “About $300. “For a 1 minute job?!” The dentist replied, “If you prefer, I can be pulling it out for one hour.” The doctor told the wife, “Please prepare your husband for the worst.” The wife gasped, “Oh God, is he going to die?” “No. He will not be allowed to drink beer any more.” Daily laughter has been proven to improve your health! Convert your bathtub into a walk-in shower. For hundreds, NOT thousands of dollars! ALWAYS FREE QUOTES • 10% DISCOUNT WITH THIS AD! • Locally Owned & Operated • Insured • Bonded • 5 Year Warranty 763-753-2807 • www.SurfaceSpecialistsMetro.com 14 www.SeasonsAndGenerations.com • (612) 804-3160 • Minneapolis, MN The DAYS of MARCH Dentist’s Day • March 6th This is a day to display a big, toothy smile. After all, your Dentist plays a role in that big, bright smile and keeping your mouth healthy. Among the ways to celebrate today are: The Girls Scouts became a national organization, and it was chartered by the U.S. Congress on March 16, 1950. Today, there are millions of girls involved with Girl Scouts. Regular (or plain) potato chips are by far the most popular. Other popular flavors are barbecue, sour cream & onion, oil & vinegar, and ranch. Are you a cookie monster? • Improve your daily dental care routine. Americans eagerly await the annual Girls Scout cookie drive. It teaches the girls valuable skills, and generates income to support girl scouting activities. And, you get to munch on a variety of delicious cookies. Most people buy several boxes. Did you Know? Potato chips were first made by Chef George Crum in Saratoga Springs, NY, August, 1853. Americans have been in love with them ever since. Girl Scout Day • March 12th On March 12, 1912 Juliette Gordon Low started the first Girl Scout group in Savannah Georgia with 18 girls. National Potato Chip Day March 14th Celebrates the ever popular potato chip which is America’s #1 snack. After you enjoy your chips and cookies, make sure you see your dentst. :) • Making a dental appointment if you haven’t been there in a while. • Start using dental floss daily. S&G www.SeasonsAndGenerations.com • (612) 804-3160 • Minneapolis, MN 15 TAKE A BREAK After the Swing Era and World War II, social dancing changed from dance bands to concerts in night clubs. Partially because musician union fees had made big bands too expensive. This month’s theme: 1950’s MUSIC But teenagers still wanted to dance. Most of the dance was still swing-based, but swing had been diverging into local styles and regional variations. In one high school it might be low and smooth; in another, wild and angular. In some areas it was constant swing moves, while in others it was dancing with steps in place, simply holding your partner’s hand. One incentive for new variations was the rebelliousness of the time — teens didn’t want to dance like their parents who were actively disapproving of their lifestyle, so they invented a wide range of step and style replacements. Another motivation for change was the music. Rock’n’roll simply called for different styles of dancing, some of which mirrored the strong backbeat of rock. Terminology was just as varied as the dancing. Dances were called jitterbug, swing, Lindy, rock’n’roll, boogie-woogie or Bop. The word Bop was new and almost everything was called “the Bop,” but that word usually referred to a family of low Charleston-like steps danced in place. Another source of new dance styles was from television. Daily soap operas were finished by 3pm and local stations needed programming to fill the void until evening shows began. Since teenagers got home at that time, local stations hired radio DJs to play popular teenage music as cameras televised teens dancing. One of the first was Bandstand on Philadelphia’s WFIL-TV (1952) hosted by former radio DJ Bob Horn. When he was fired after a drunk driving arrest in 1956, Dick Clark was selected as his replacement. The increasingly wide regional diversification of dance styles reversed in 1957, when Clark convinced ABC to broadcast his show nationally, becoming American Bandstand. Teens across the country were copying the way the kids in Philadelphia danced. The regional style soon became a national dance style. Later, the same thing would happen with the Twist. Other dances included; the Stroll, the Chalypso, the Madison, the Hully-Gully, and the Bunny Hop. The dance later known as the Twist was also done by teens in the mid-fifties, years before Chubby Checker made it a hit in 1960. P U Z Z L E A N S W E R S 16 www.SeasonsAndGenerations.com • (612) 804-3160 • Minneapolis,
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