Freeze the best of summer
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It’s August, and that means I’m busily trying to figure out a way to preserve the smells and flavors of my favorite vegetables. I enjoy stocking my freezer with ... Continue Reading →
Moments in Time – August 26, 2020
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On Sept. 10, 1813, in the first unqualified defeat of a British naval squadron in history, U.S. Capt. Oliver Hazard Perry leads a fleet of nine American ships to victory ... Continue Reading →
COVID plays havoc with puppy’s vaccines
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DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My Labrador puppy, Charlie, is six months old. He received his first and second round of vaccines, but then our state went into lockdown. ... Continue Reading →
Fruit and Berry Pie is late summer treat
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Looking upward on a morning run, I was caught off guard when I spotted branches of leaves that were green, turning to yellow and orange. “Whoa,” I said between breaths, ... Continue Reading →
Now Here’s a Tip – August 25, 2020
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Here’s a budget stretcher: “Credit goes to my friend for this great butter extender. Whip 1 pound of softened butter and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Slowly add 1 cup ... Continue Reading →
Ceramic dancers were Art Deco favorites
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Pairs of ceramic dancing figures in exotic costumes were favorites in the Art Deco period, starting about 1920. Many different pairs about 19 or 20 inches high ... Continue Reading →
Salome’s Stars – Week of August 24, 2020
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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) A relaxed mood early in the week could give way to high-temperature disputes. The Aries Lamb should resist being pulled into heated ... Continue Reading →
Vitamin D deficit follows gastric bypass
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DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 72-year-old woman in fair health. I had strong bones until I had gastric bypass surgery. Within two years, I developed osteoporosis. In 2016 ... Continue Reading →
Social media holds hidden dangers
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Even before the lockdowns brought on by the coronavirus, too many seniors felt isolated. Now it’s even worse for many of us with the lack of face-to-face ... Continue Reading →
VA fails suicidal veteran
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With all the fanfare about the suicide prevention programs created to help veterans who are suffering, it would seem that all a veteran would need to do is present ... Continue Reading →
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