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My first reaction to an invitation by the Lobo Wing organization to fly in one of their restored

World War II airplanes was, “Thanks, but really, no.” The idea of flying in a plane older than me, which had been rebuilt no less, was a bit unsettling.

I’m so glad I reconsidered. First of all, thank you to the Lobo Wing organization, which is made up of some of the nicest people around. Thank you to Rose Gasperich for providing me with the opportunity and for introducing me to some of the people who volunteer to work on the planes.

The plane I was in is the PT-26 Trainer, a WWII Canadian fighter trainer. It is the same plane as the American Trainer except this had a closed canopy. I was told that they needed the closed canopy in Canada because of the cold temperatures there.

We took to the air, and the experience was amazing. Believe me, at first I was a bit nervous because I had viewed the pictures of the plane before it was

restored. It was a mess. But these guys are professionals.

They briefed me on the plane and what to expect so there were no surprises. The flight was smooth, flawless and a blast!

It really took me back in time and I got a sense of what our military pilots were up against back then.

Groups such as Lobo Wing are keeping a huge, important part of our history alive. I would highly recommend that any of our readers who want to support them to do so either by getting involved, donating and spreading the word about what they do.

Rose is their public information specialist and she can be reached at (505) 821-0978.

As we landed safely, I really felt a renewed sense of pride in our country and our military. It reminded me of the patriotic feeling our country had back in the day. I hope we all can reconnect that through our history the way the Lobo Wing people have.

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Trying something new does not have to be a scary situation, especially if

the something new is square dancing.

The Albuquerque Square Dance Center in Albuquerque will host a Discover Square Dance party Sept. 24, at 7 p.m.

There will be square dance demonstrations, line dancing and plenty of people who can show you the steps. The organizers say there will be food, fun and meeting new friends to go along with all that great dancing exercise.

The event is sponsored by the Duke City Singles and Doubles Square Dance Club.

“Square dance offers a multitude of beneficial qualities,” said Larada Horner-Miller of the Duke City club. “First and foremost it is fun. It also is an opportunity to meet new friends and is inexpensive entertainment. Dr. Oz and the Mayo clinic have endorsed it as stimulating mental and physical exercise.”

The Albuquerque event will be a non-smoking and no alcohol activity. The group encourages singles, couples, families of any square dance level to the party.

“So get off the couch, shut down your computer or tablet and join us for a memorable night,” Horner-Miller said.

For questions, contact Lin Miller at (505) 362-8038 or [email protected].

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Renewed national controversy over the Confederate flag turned local recently, as

attention was drawn to a “Stars and Bars” flag flown over Old Town. Not only did the debate result in its removal but also the stories surrounding it made more people aware of the role New Mexico played in the War Between the States. The battles that were fought here, though minor in comparison to the titanic clashes occurring in the East, were nevertheless pivotal to the outcome of the war.

One figure whose contribution to the Union victory is often overlooked was a native New Mexican, Manuel Antonio Chaves. Though small of stature, at 5 feet, 7 inches tall, his bravery in battle earned him the nickname El Leoncito, the Little Lion. Chaves was born in the village of Atrisco (now part of Albuquerque) around 1818, and grew up at Cebolleta, a community near

Mount Taylor, on what was then New Mexico’s western frontier.

At the time, warfare with the Navajo Indians was ongoing, and young Chaves had his first taste of combat while still a teenager, when he was the sole survivor of a fight with the Indians near Canyon de Chelly.

When Gen. Stephen Watts Kearny’s Army of the West marched into New Mexico in 1846, Chaves stepped forward to defend his homeland against the invaders. New Mexico Gov. Manuel Armijo, however, allowed the Americans to enter Santa Fe without resistance, while he made a hasty departure. Chaves was dismayed at Armijo’s capitulation but soon resigned himself to the situation and enlisted in the service of the norteamericanos.

He fought alongside Kit Carson and Ceran St. Vrain to put down the Taos Rebellion of 1848, earning the lifelong respect and friendship of both men. During the 1850s he served in numerous campaigns against the Utes and the Navajos, and eventually

rose to the rank of lieutenant colonel in the territorial militia.

When the long-festering hostility between the northern and the southern states broke into open warfare in the spring of 1861, the South began to make plans to invade the western territories. Early in 1862, a Confederate force of some 3,000 Texans marched north from El Paso under the command of Brig. Gen. Henry H. Sibley. Their objective was to overrun the small federal garrisons in New Mexico, occupy the principal towns, then strike north for the Colorado gold fields, and if possible secure a southern route to the Pacific Coast.

Sibley’s rebel army encountered little opposition until it reached Fort Craig, 25 miles south of Socorro. Union forces engaged the soldiers at nearby Valverde Ford on February 21. Chaves was among the defenders. Although the hastily-recruited volunteers under his command were routed by the Texans, Chaves received praise from Union commander Col. E.R.S. Canby for his

leadership and coolness under fire.Leaving Fort Craig behind, Sibley

continued north, occupying Socorro and Albuquerque, and eventually raising the Stars and Bars over the Palace of the Governors in Santa Fe. Meanwhile, federal troops from Fort Union, northeast of Las Vegas, reinforced by a regiment of Colorado volunteers known as the “Pike’s Peakers,” and by several hundred New Mexico volunteers, were moving down the Santa Fe Trail to cut off the advancing Confederates.

Scouting parties of the two armies met at Apache Canyon, about 15 miles from Santa Fe, on March 26. A skirmish ensued, and the Confederates withdrew to Johnson’s ranch, where their supply train was encamped. The main battle took place two days later at Glorieta Pass, a few miles to the east. As the battle raged, a detachment of about 450 men under Maj. John Chivington attempted a flanking maneuver. Chaves, who knew the

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country well, led Chivington by a back trail over Glorieta Mesa to a position overlooking the lightly-guarded supply train.

“You’re right on top of them, Major,” he told Chivington.

The militiamen swooped down on the startled Texans and easily routed them, then torched the wagons and their precious cargo of food, ammunition and supplies.

After six hours of heavy fighting that day, the Confederates had steadily gained ground and seemed to

be the victors. But looking back over their shoulders they saw the column of smoke rising from Apache Canyon and knew their victory was a hollow one. With their supply wagons destroyed, they had no choice but to withdraw. They began an agonizing retreat back down the Rio Grande to Texas.

The war in the West was effectively over. Because it turned the tide of the Southern advance, the Battle of Glorieta Pass became known as the “Gettysburg of the West.” Had it not been for the resourcefulness

of Chaves, the outcome might have been very different.

Chaves continued to serve in the militia and participated along with Kit Carson in the removal of the Navajo to a reservation at Bosque Redondo on the Pecos River in 1863-64—the infamous “Long Walk” of the Navajo—for which he is remembered less favorably. In 1876, he retired to his ranch near San Mateo, on the west side of Mount Taylor, where he lived until his death in 1889.

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“You don’t stop playing because you

grow old; you grow old because you stop playing,” is the motto for the New Mexico Senior Olympics. It couldn’t be truer than for a group of basketball- playing, fun-loving women who have put New Mexico senior athletes on the map.

Albuquerque’s Cruisin’ Big Dogs, a basketball team of women 80 years plus, went undefeated and captured the gold medal at the 2015 Senior Olympic Basketball Tournament in Minnesota recently. They came home to a heroes’ welcome at the Sunport, had a day declared “Cruisin’ Big Dogs Day,” and have been on television and in local and regional publications.

“Oh we have been just having the best time enjoying our gold medal win,” said Clare Hanson, one of the Big Dogs and an advocate for healthy senior living. “We just started this to have some fun and stay fit. Now that we won, it is way more than anybody anticipated. It’s been unbelievable.”

To qualify for nationals, the Big Dogs had to participate and qualify in the state games. Then they traveled to Minnesota for the national tournament, where they won all six games in the combined 80s and 85s division. The team beat the San Diego Splash by 24 – 10 to win the gold medal.

The team is made up of eight women ranging in age from 80 to 91 years old and is coached by Dennis Porter, 52, who has had that job for more than eight years. Team members are: Ina Stewart, Arlene Mayer, Clare Hanson, Sheila O’Neill, Jan Ward, Kay Dolce, Barbara Loveless and Mickey Sutton.

“Some of them had never played organized basketball until they were in their 70s and 80s,” Porter said. “I admire their spirit. I hope to have that fire when I get to my golden years.”

The Big Dogs belong to the League of Their Own, one of two 50-plus leagues in New Mexico. In past years,

this group has won two silver medals and a bronze at nationals. Their goal this year was gold.

At nationals, games were half-court, three-on-three, with two 15-minute halves.

Asked if members had many injuries, Hanson said, “We all have our aches and pains, but nothing over the top. Playing is what keeps us healthy, really.”

The oldest member of the team is 91-year-old point guard Dolce. She has no intention of hanging up her sneakers after the gold medal win, either.

“She started playing 20 years ago and never played organized basketball,” Hanson said. “And she is quite amazing. She handles the ball, she shoots. Amazing.”

That goes for all the Big Dogs, who paid their own expenses to get to Minnesota.

“And at our ages, you know what we’re living on,” Hanson said. “We’re all on fixed incomes. It’s tough, but we’re saving up for 2017 in Birmingham, Ala., where the next national Senior Olympics are held.”

The team is looking for sponsors, something they have never had before.

“We’ll take an orthopedic doc or a hot dog vendor,” Hanson said, chuckling. “We would appreciate anything, because we plan to be there in 2017. We plan on making that trip to defend our title. They’ll be coming for us, ya know.”

Hanson said she is always encouraging women she meets to come out and play basketball or join their league.

“It’s just so much fun at any level,” she says. “We can teach anyone to play the game and get them moving. Don’t get me wrong, we love to play, but we love to win, and there’s nothing wrong with that.”

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The concept is not necessarily new – movie theater, nice café style

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Animal Protection of New Mexico (APNM), a 36-year-old non-profit

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peace of mind knowing their animals will be safe while they seek the help they need and that they can reunite with their animals when they themselves are safe. Help Wanted: If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a CARE foster volunteer, contact CARE at 1-844-323-CARE (2273) or [email protected]. To make a tax-deductible contribution, see apnm.org/care.

Every four years APNM hosts the Milagro Awards. This unique event publicly recognizes and celebrates the accomplishments of those who have gone out of their way to improve the lives of animals in New Mexico. This year, APNM is honoring two special individuals who have made the CARE program a reality. Pam Wiseman, Executive Director of the New Mexico Coalition

Against Domestic Violence, is among this year’s winners. Ms. Wiseman reached out to APNM and forged a partnership between the two groups that led to state funding of the CARE program. That funding bill (House Bill 147) was championed by another 2015 Milagro Winner, New Mexico Senator Nancy Rodriguez, whose efforts in the legislature won recurring funding to support the CARE program through NM Children, Youth and Families Department. Join us and meet them both! The 2015 Milagro Awards will be held on October 3rd at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya, 1300 Tuyuna Trail, Bernalillo, New Mexico. Space is limited so reserve your tickets today at www.MilagroAwards.com, or call Daniel at (505) 265-2322, ext. 32.

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We are in a time of demographic revolution. Over the next several

decades we will see a dramatic shift in the composition of our population here in Albuquerque, in cities and towns all across our country and in every industrial country in the world. In fact, some experts suggest that approximately 50 percent of the population will be over fifty years of age at the same time for the first time in history. And with this population shift will come substantial economic, cultural, political and environmental challenges as well as some truly remarkable opportunities. To address these challenges and to capitalize on these terrific opportunities new models of public and private sector collaboration, new sources of funding and new forms of talent and resource sharing will be required.

This is precisely what the ABQ Together – A Dialogue on the Future Initiative is designed to accomplish. Under the leadership of Mayor Berry, this terrific initiative will bring leaders from government, the private, non-profit, academic, faith-based and media sectors together to take a page from management guru, Peter Drucker who said, “If you want to know the future, invent it!”

ABQ Together will also help ensure that the foresight and dedication of a small group of Albuquerque citizens who caught the spirit of this demographic revolution almost 60 years ago and the subsequent commitment made by a number of past City Administrations, City Councils and our citizens to ensure that our city one of the best in the country in regard to public programs, services and public facilities for our aging citizens will continue.

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further in its aims. Not only will it help our city avoid some of the major challenges facing many other U.S. Cities as a result of this demographic revolution, it will also help make the time ahead one marked by a strong focus on new economic develop opportunities, innovation, job creation, increased volunteerism and mentorship, the development of new residential communities, cross-generational collaboration and the implementation of new policies and systems in planning, transportation and other key areas designed to enhance the quality of life for citizens of all ages. It will also help our city to qualify for designation by the World Health Organization as an Age-Friendly city – a designation that will support the well-being of all generations.

On September 22nd, ABQ Together will take its next important step in this direction when it hosts a unique Strategic Summit at the ABQ Convention Center. This Summit will feature talks by Mayor Berry, best-selling authors Gregg Braden and George Cappannelli, leading expert on healthcare Dr. Arthur Kaufman, Vice Chancellor of UNM’s Health Science Center, and Garret Price who will share information from the Pulte Groups/Del Webb’s in depth, multi-year 55+ research. The day will include quality strategic conversations that will focus on key areas of life in our city and more.

ABQ Together is the brainchild of a team which includes key representatives from the Department of Senior Affairs and other city departments, lead consultants from AgeNation, a team from Empower New Mexico, the non-profit that is helping to coordinate portions of the initiative and JGriffin and Associates who are providing media support for the project. The initiative is also being supported by number of Albuquerque companies and

organizations including: UNM Health Sciences Center, BlueCross and Blue Shield, AARP, the Pulte Group/Del Webb, the Hispano Chamber, Dekker/Parish/Sabatini and others.

Here are some of the other things on ABQ Together’s innovative agenda:

• A series of Senior Forums that have encouraged older citizens to contribute their ideas, recommendations and insights on how ABQ can better meet their needs and become more age-friendly.

• A 10,000 person public survey conducted by the Department of Senior Affairs to gain greater insight into how better to perform its services.

• An ABQ Together Organizational Survey designed to gain valuable information from our cities businesses, associations and organizations.

• An innovative Cross Generational Town Hall Meeting hosted by AARP designed to bring representatives of the Gen Y and Millennial generations together with Boomers and Elders for an eye and heart-opening evening of dialogue and sharing.

• A Town Hall Meeting hosted by the Hispano Chamber to provide its member with the opportunity to contribute their recommendations and suggestions for the future.

• A formal application process begun with the support of AARP to qualify Albuquerque as one of the World Health Organization’s Age-Friendly cities

In addition, some of private sector organizations in the health care and in residential development who have been doing extensive research on future trends and needs within their sectors have agreed to share their insights as part of this initiative.

All of this valuable information will be combined with the insights and recommendations that will emerge from the September 22nd Summit to form the basis of the initial draft of A Blueprint

for The Future. This living document is intended to provide current and future administrations as well as private sector companies and organizations with guidance and insight designed to help them to make the future brighter, more abundant and successful for city and all of its citizens.

When asked to describe why he believes ABQ Together is important for the city, Mayor Berry had this to say.

“We trust that when future generations of Albuquerque residents look back on this time in our history – as we today look back on the efforts of those who have come before us – we will be able to say with pride that when we were called we stepped forward to prepare for the future well-being of our city and of our citizens.”

So if you and your organization would like more information about the ABQ Together initiative and are interested in getting involved, please visit www.abqtogether.com and sign up for the regular ABQ Together Updates at the bottom of the page. And please remember Peter Drucker’s good advice. If we want an even more vibrant, thriving, innovative city in the future, all we have to do is create the vision and then do what we are all called to do to make it happen!

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Fall festivals in New Mexico usher in the cooler days of the season, when many believe

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Angel Fire – Spare Parts Art Auction, 3-6 p.m. Sept. 5, at the Mountain Sports Mall near the Lowe’s

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“Our Sustainability Committee has worked tirelessly to bring recycling

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Red River – Aspencade Arts & Crafts Fair - Steampunk Style, Sept. 25-27, at the Brandenburg Park and Red River Conference Center. Times are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Step out into the golden aspens of the Carson National Forest for a hike, or step back in time to the 19th century, when steam powered the industrial revolution. Steampunk is a mix of science fiction, history and dress-up, and Aspencade Steampunk Style features a fashion show and costume contest that may be the closest thing yet to time travel. The event will feature handmade crafts, jewelry, home furnishings, food, art, pottery, and specialty goods, as well as a lineup of live music. Visit the Red River website at www.redrivernewmex.com.

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for Oct. 3-4, with events throughout the mountain community. The weekend kicks off with a parade through midtown on Sudderth at 10 a.m. Oct 3. The theme is “Salute to Freedom,” with the command team from the 32nd Army Air and Missile Defense Command in Alamogordo serving as grand marshals. The Ruidoso Downs Racetrack and Casino, Highway 70 West, will be the location for a car show scheduled from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct 3, and a chili cook-off is set for noon both days, with tasting on Sunday. Arts and crafts vendors will display and sell their wares 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days at the Boys and Girls Club of Sierra Blanca, 134 Reese Drive. Visit the Ruidoso Valley Chamber of Commerce website at www.ruidosonow.com for more information.

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Roswell – The annual Dragonfly Festival is scheduled for Sept. 12, with additional tours on Sept 13 at Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge, 4200 East Pine Lodge Road. Early birding tours begin at 6:30 a.m., and dragonfly tours begin at 8 a.m. More than 100 species of dragonflies and damselflies have been documented on Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge. The refuge

is home to what is considered one of the most diverse populations in North America. Call the refuge for a tour reservation at (575) 625-4011. Visit http://www.fws.gov/refuge/Bitter_Lake/ for details.

Taos – Labor Day Weekend Arts and Crafts Festival, Sept. 5-7, at Kit Carson Park. “It’s a good time, it’s fall and it’s beautiful,” says Vikki

McFadden of Blue Skies Productions, the organization that produces the festival featuring about 50 artists and crafters. The event opens at 10 a.m. all three days, and there is no admission fee. Information about this event and others in the Taos area can be obtained by contacting [email protected].

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By Barb Armijo

Co-pays getting you down? How about a little free health screening?

The upcoming Prime Time 50+ Expo, presented Prime Time Publishing and brought to you by Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico, will offer several free health screenings and information. The Expo, now in its 20th year, is Prime Time’s way of thanking readers for their loyal following, said Publisher Dave Rivord.

“We’ve always wanted to give our readers, sponsors and advertisers a way to connect,” Rivord said. “I’m pleased that we have so many people attend and talk to us about what they like about Prime Time and what they

would like to see us do more.”Rivord has said this is more than just

a health fair. But inevitably, the health screenings are critical to the success of the Expo.

Here is the lineup for the Expo, Oct. 8 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. There will be refreshments, entertainment, information relevant to seniors, as well informational speakers. Here is a lineup of the screenings available on Oct. 8:ABQ Health Partners

• BMI• Blood Pressure• Heel Scans • Flu Shots• Glucose• Eye Screening

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The Speakers are:• Dr. Li from H H Natural Medicine• Jo Tillotson of Blue Cross Blue Shield• Worth Hearing• Brad Yablonsky of UBS FinancialTransportation

from all the City of Albuquerque Senior Centers is available during the Expo provided by the Department of Senior Affairs. Please contact your local center for times and availability.

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By Barb Armijo

This year, for the first time in my life, I

planted a garden. Firsts for anything are special, but this one has special meaning because my mom and dad planted seeds on the same ground I am planting on now.

I am not at all sure if everything they dropped in grew, but I know one year we had so many tomatoes that

my mom thought it would be a good idea to make homemade ketchup. We rejected the notion because, “Nothing was better than Heinz.”

Family fable has it that Mom made it anyway and simply deposited the Armijo recipe into the Heinz bottle once it was empty, or close to empty, and that we were none the wiser. But I remember we might have caught on. However, in the name of my beloved mother, I am certain it much more healthful for us than store bought.

As for my garden, I have tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, serrano peppers, yellow squash, three spaghetti squash (so far), basil, cilantro, cucumbers, lemon cucumbers and radishes. I am shocked. It is quite the selection.

So, in honor of my mom, I am making ketchup with veggies I have the most of - tomatoes and squash. (Disclosure: I had to find this recipe on the Internet because I have no idea how my mom made it.)

Homemade KetchupOriginal recipe makes 3 cups 2 (28-ounce) cans peeled ground tomatoes1/2 cup water, divided2/3 cup white sugar3/4 cup distilled white vinegar1 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1 3/4 teaspoons salt1/8 teaspoon celery salt1/8 teaspoon mustard powder1/4 teaspoon finely ground black pepper1whole cloveDirections: 1. Pour ground tomatoes into slow

cooker. Swirl 1/4 cup water in each emptied can and pour into slow cooker. Add sugar, vinegar, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, celery salt, mustard powder, black pepper,

cayenne pepper, and whole clove; whisk to combine.

2. Cook on high, uncovered, until mixture is reduced by half and very thick, 10 to 12 hours. Stir every hour or so.

3. Smooth the texture of the ketchup using an immersion blender, about 20 seconds.

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By Sheryl Inglat, Gerontologist, Comfort Keepers, Anthony Romero, Asst. Deputy Director, City of Albuquerque Dept. of Senior Affairs, Ron Hidalgo, Executive Director, Silver Horizons

Hunger is a serious threat facing more than 5 million seniors in the United States. In fact, we

all have a grandparent, parent or friend who may be suffering in silence.

It is estimated that one in nine seniors is at risk of hunger or “food insecurity,” the inability to obtain sufficient food for their household. Older adults face many obstacles to getting healthy food, and those challenges can lead to malnutrition.

In response to this growing epidemic, Comfort Keepers, in partnership with the City of Albuquerque Department of Senior Affairs and Silver Horizons, have developed Stop Senior Hunger. The campaign is designed to raise visibility for the tremendous need for overarching senior nutrition programs, education, family detection and support.

“September is National Hunger Action Month, so it is a good time to shed light on this growing epidemic facing many across America,” said Ron Hidalgo, executive director of

Silver Horizons. “Through Stop Senior Hunger, we are educating others about the importance of helping seniors maintain healthy, independent lives.”

Hunger Can Affect Seniors of Any Income

According to a study conducted by Meals on Wheels, it is estimated that more than 50 percent of seniors at risk of hunger live over the poverty line. Among the reasons for hunger: limitations to chewing due to dental problems or dentures; a general lack of interest in eating due to loneliness or depression; and physical or health limitations that prevent seniors from making healthy food choices.

The implications are serious and could mean the potential for increased hospital stays, increased health complications, early entry into assisted living facilities or premature death.

Seniors Face Obstacles to Getting Healthy Food

Purchasing nutritious foods can be difficult for seniors for many reasons:

• Poverty or fixed incomes. Not all seniors qualify for government food assistance programs, and those who do are sometimes limited to the types of foods they can purchase. Thirty percent of senior households served by Feeding America reported choosing between food and medical care.

• Difficulty planning, traveling or

shopping. Seniors face difficulty when it comes to planning, purchasing and preparing nutritious meals. Grocery store trips can be problematic, with small aisles, limited convenient parking and cumbersome packages. Seniors who use public transit may find it particularly challenging to transport heavier groceries like milk or canned goods. Lack of transportation and personal mobility can reduce a senior’s desire to shop and prevent them from getting the nutritious foods they need.

• Living alone. Nutrient-rich food items like seasonal produce often go bad before seniors eat it. Some seniors don’t know how to cook for one and may face difficulty if cooking for the first time. This is common among senior men. Those who once cooked for large families now may feel unmotivated to cook for themselves.

What You Can Do to HelpHere are some things family

caregivers can do to stop senior hunger every day:

• Donate nonperishable food items throughout September at any Senior Center or Multigenerational Center in the city.

• Offer your help. By asking a senior adult if they need help – even with something like grocery shopping - you are offering support. “Help” is not always monetary.

• Be an advocate. Whether you are caring for an aging parent, relative or family friend, you can be an advocate for them. Learn to detect the signs of malnutrition and hunger in your older loved ones. Pay attention to their eating habits, keep them company during meal time or invite them for a family meal. When you take your loved one for a doctor visit, be sure to discuss their changing nutritional needs with their doctor.

• Find out where to get assistance. The local Comfort Keepers, Department of Senior Affairs or Silver Horizons are great starting points. Not only can they help seniors prepare meals and offer other companion care services, but they can also help locate local and federal programs that can help seniors obtain nutritious food. These include the Commodities Supplemental Food Program, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and the Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program. Also, check out the City of Albuquerque Department of Senior Affairs or Silver Horizons to see if there is a senior food distribution program in your neighborhood.

To learn more about senior nutrition and how you can participate in the Stop Senior Hunger events citywide, call 232-7070 or 764-6400.

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COMMUNICATION THERAPYDementia, Coma, Non-responsive Wakefulness CAN be helped. Allison Edwards, MA, MS, CCC-SLP, Integrative Communication Specialist. 505-407-9602.

ESTATE PLANNINGAFFORDABLE ESTATE PLANNINGFixed rate services for seniors.Wills, Transfer on Death Deeds,Powers of Attorney. FantinaBecker, Esq. [email protected]

ANIMAL FOSTER HOMES NEEDED Join Animal Protection of New Mexico’s Companion Animal Rescue Effort (CARE) to provide temporary housing for the animals of domestic violence victims so all can get to a safe place! To volunteer or donate call 1-844-323-CARE or go to apnm.org/care.

HANDYMAN/YARD/LANDSCAPECarpenter-Cabinet Maker Handyman, free estimates - small jobs welcome. Established 1969. Call Mike at 884-4138.

Electrician 30 years’ experience. Licensed, Bonded, Insured. Senior rates apply. LIC # 350669 Call Peter @ 505 688-8520 Visit us at: currentsecurityandelectric.com

Handyman - Swamp cooler, winterized, electrical, plumbing, carpentry. Affordable door and window replacement, bath and kitchen remodels. Free estimates. Call 463-4744

PR Landscaping Lawn care – Tree Trimming – Yard Work – Reliable – Honest Call 319-8430

L’s Repair & MaintenanceFree Estimates Electrical-Plumbing-Swamp Coolers-Handyman-Etc.Leroy SilvaJM LicenseCall Today (505) 382-4716

HAULING/TREE SERVICEAnything and Everything Hauled or Removed, tree work, shrubbery, branches, yard work, weeds, gravel, concrete, dump truck demolition,brushhogging, mowing. Free estimatesEddie- 261-6751 or 243-4657

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Only the highest quality, best trained caregivers work for Comfort Keepers, and we’re recruiting for part-time positions to work in Albuquerque and surrounding areas. Must be at least 21, pass background check and have reliable vehicle. In-home care experience preferred. We only hire the best! If that’s you and you want to become a Comfort Keeper, apply online at: CK184.ersp.biz/employment or call 232-7070 Mon.-Fri., 9am-4pm. EOE

Now hiring top notch, experienced Caregivers. Are you available for long shifts and 24 hour shifts? We have the best pay and benefits. Call 217-7030 for more information on joining our amazing team at Home Instead Senior Care!

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HOMES FOR SALE

Enjoy your morning coffee and view of the Sandia Mountains on the front deck of this beautiful new 2BR/2Bath home located in the Albuquerque Meadows 55+ mobile home park. The open floor plan features cathedral ceilings and carpet throughout. The kitchen provides lots of cabinets and counter space, new stainless steel appliances, including a built-in microwave, and is open to the living and dining rooms. The large master bedroom has a walk-in closet with a solar light and the pretty master bathroom has lots of storage, double sinks and a walk-in shower. Call Pat or Craig at 821-1991.

You will love this cute, remodeled home with all new windows and flooring, located in the Albuquerque Meadows Senior Mobile Home Park. The large open living room has big picture windows and the dining room has a built-in buffet and a serving window from the kitchen. The kitchen has lots of cabinets, and all the appliances, including the washer and dryer will stay. The master bedroom will accommodate a queen-sized bed and the bathroom has double sinks. This home brags of pretty landscaping and a shed. Call Pat or Craig at 821-1991.

Don’t miss this cute 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath home priced to sell at $21,900. Located in the Albuquerque Meadows 55+ Mobile Home Park. This great floor plan conveniently locates one bedroom at each end of the house, and has a large eat-in kitchen, and a large living room. There is new carpet and laminate wood flooring throughout. The kitchen has a new dishwasher and all appliances, including the washer and dryer, will stay. Enjoy your morning coffee on the nice deck and store all your extras in the shed. This home comes complete with a fenced-in yard for your pet. Call Pat or Craig at 821-1991.

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MANICURE/PEDICURESenior Special Manicure and Pedicure $302 blocks North of I-40 on Rio Grande Blvd NW Call Pat 505-259-4503

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MISCELLANEOUS ERRANDS & SERVICESErrAnns Are UsNeed help running an errand? A ride to the Dr’s office, mall, grocery shopping, drug store, taking the dog to the Vet? ErrAnn’s R Us would love to help you. Call Ann Cantwell 505 839- 4517Licensed & Bonded

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PET ADOPTIONNew Mexico Dachshund Rescue is holding an adoptathon September 26 from noon til 3pm at Petco on San Mateo and Academy in Albuquerque. Dogs available for adoption will be there, also volunteers to answer questions. We need foster and adoptive homes for these cute little dogs.”

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VOLUNTEERSCONCERNED ABOUT YOUR DRINKING? Interested in alternatives to the treatments currently available? UNM researchers are conducting a study to see if a medication promotes recovery from problems with alcohol. Qualified participants will receive medication, study-related medical care and will be compensated for their time. For information call 505-925-4344. HRRC#12-428

This volunteer opportunity requires only one thing … A BIG HEART.

Volunteer to help patients and families when they need help the most. Training provided. For more

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Meals on Wheels of Albuquerque needs volunteers for regular route drivers and substitute drivers, one day a week for about two hours a week. Call Joshua Wisch, Volunteer Coordinator at (505) 823-8064 or email [email protected] for further information, www.mow-nm.org.

Call for Volunteers NM Parkinson’s Disease Coalition invites dedicated Individuals with creative energy, skills and experience to join one of our volunteer team projects. Selective training, mentoring and supervision provided as needed, as are flexible schedules to accomodate busy lives. Please call to discuss your interest (505) 219-5065

The City of Albuquerque Department of Senior Affairs RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) is recruiting volunteers 55 years of age and older for the following opportunities. For more information call 767-5225.Adelante Development Center, IncMobile Market Bilingual VolunteerVolunteers needed to assist in a Mobile Market pilot program to serve customers in food insecure areas of Albuquerque on Tuesday afternoons – July through October. Must have strong, bilingual communication skills and a desire to participate in a program that provides healthy food choices for New Mexico’s hungry. For more information call 767-5225. Volunteer Coordinator: Adelante Development Center is seeking a volunteer 20-30 hours a week to help in the coordination of their volunteer program. This person would work primarily at the Corporate Headquarters on Osuna NE, in Albuquerque. Duties include screening volunteer applicants, actively seeking volunteers through volunteer-oriented websites, performing onsite presentations to interested groups, aiding in the data entry and tracking of our volunteer program, and recognizing our volunteers. There will also be opportunities to assist with fundraisers and other corporate events. Skills needed: Advanced verbal and written English skills, computer-comfortable, ability to hear well on the telephone, and general organizational skills. This volunteer will have a pivotal role in aiding Adelante in its mission “to assist and support people with disabilities in discovering and implementing their personal goals in life”. Volunteers are at the heart of Adelante’s success as a supporter of the values of independence, choices, safety, and quality services for people with disabilities. For more information call 767-5225. Benefits Counseling Center: Volunteers are needed to answer phone calls and questions and help people complete a benefits check –up, which is easy to use, computer – based form. You must be able to answer phone calls pleasantly, following a basic script, and perform administrative tasks like printing & faxing. Typing, to complete computer forms and other data entry tasks, is required. Training will be provided. Various two and four hour shifts are available between 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday


Classifiedsthrough Friday. For more information call 767-5225.Adelante’s Back in Use Program. Individuals can support this important program that helps people with disabilities by donating equipment like wheelchairs, walkers, hospital beds, scooters, working computers less than five years old, or other medical or adaptive equipment. Although we can do some cleaning and refurbishment, all items should be in working condition where they would benefit others. Donations can be dropped off at 3900 Osuna Rd NE in Albuquerque or Adelante can pick up larger items in the Albuquerque metro area. (505) 341-7171 and www.backinuse.com.Albuquerque International Sunport Ambassador Volunteer: The volunteer will assist directing airport travelers and visitors in navigating the Albuquerque International Sunport and provide answers to questions regarding a variety of information. Parking will be provided for the volunteers.This program operates 7 days a week. Please commit to at least one 4-hour shift per week. Please indicate below

which shift you would most likely be interested in. There are three different shifts available. You can decide which day/days you would like to volunteer. Please call 767-5225.6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Albuquerque Reads Program Volunteer tutors are needed for the Albuquerque Public Schools (APS). The Albuquerque Reads Program is located at three elementary schools. Tutors will play an important role to help kindergarten students get on the early track to success through reading. Volunteer tutors are needed for: One hour a morning, Once a week Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. For more information call 767-5225.Alzheimer’s AssociationThe Alzheimer’s Association NM Chapter invites those interested to become volunteers. Volunteer positions are varied and can involve clerical work, event participation, health fairs, group facilitators and Helpline counselors. Some positions require background check. Hours of work are flexible to meet the needs of the volunteer and

the association. Positions are available Monday thru Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. You have been touched by this disease or know of someone with the disease we would very much like to talk to you. For more information call 767-5225.Animal Humane New Mexico is in need of donations of dry cat and dog food To make a donation, please call Ellen Schmidt at 938-7863. Grain-free food is especially needed.Animal Humane New Mexico Clinic Receptionist: Two-Hour Shifts Available Four Days per Week. Volunteers needed to answer incoming phone calls, give information on spay/neuter and shot services and schedule appointments. Training providedQualifications: good phone skills and computer proficiency. One Volunteer per 4-hour shift needed. Shifts are 8:00 am to 12:00 p.m. and 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday. For more information call 767-5225.Catholic CharitiesSenior Transportation Service Driver: (Use of your own vehicle is required)Provide transportation for individuals age 60+ to medical appointments, grocery shopping and business office. Volunteer must have a good driving record, patient, courteous, polite, and pleasant. Volunteers are needed any day of the week and weekends are optional. Mileage reimbursement if required.Senior Transportation Ride Coordinator:Answer phones, confirm ride requests and match rider and driver. (Coordinate rides). Enter information into the data base, complete rider intakes over the phone and mail packets. Volunteer must have good phone etiquette, patient, and be familiar with data entry. You must take an Abuse Awareness training class. 2-3 volunteers are needed 2.5 hours per day, 5 days per week. For more information call 767-5225.Manzano Mesa Senior Center Van Drivers: Van drivers are needed at Manzano Mesa Multigenerational Center to drive for various in-town and out- of-town trips. Volunteers are reimbursed

for lunch and admission on trips they drive. Volunteers are required to join the Retired and Senior Volunteer program and must obtain a City of Albuquerque City Operators Permit, (COP). Please call 767-5225. Meals on WheelsKitchen Aide: volunteers in the kitchen any day Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Drivers: Are needed to deliver meals to the homebound and day, Monday through Friday from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 a.m. (Use of personal Vehicle is required). For more information call 767-5225.Ombudsman

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COMMUNITY EVENTSPROJECT HEART START CPR TrainingSeptember 9N Valley, 9:30 a.m. 3825 4th St NW761-4025September 12N Domingo Baca, 10:30 a.m.7501 Carmel Ave NW764-6475September 17Jeanne Belamah6-7 p.m.1516 Summer Ave NE767-6910September 19Horn YMCA 1 p.m.4901 Indian school Rd NE265-6971September 23Los Volcanes, 9:30 a.m.6500 Los Vocanes NW767-5999Through September 29Civic Plaza Presents -- Check out some of the many fun events taking place on Albuquerque’s Civic Plaza, 401 2nd Street NW. Visit www.albuquerquecc.com/civicplazapresents.Through October 25Rail Yards Market, Blacksmith Shop at the Albuquerque Rail Yard in Barelas, 777 1st Street SW, every Sunday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Come to the Rail Yards Market every Sunday for food, art, music and community. Enjoy local artisans, growers and musicians. Free admission. Visit railyardsmarket.org.September 4, 11, 25Movies on the Plaza at Civic Plaza, 401 2nd Street NW, around 8:10 p.m., starts right after sunset. Sept. 4, Raiders of the Lost Ark; Sept. 11, Despicable Me; Sept. 25, The Wizard Of Oz. Free event. For movie list, visit albuquerquecc.com/calendar-of-events.aspx.September 9Hands-Only CPR Training, at Fire Department Station 1, 724 Silver SW, 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Learn the two easy steps to save a life. Call 311; visit cabq.gov/fire/events/hands-only-cpr-training-sept-9-2015.September 1211th Annual Old Town Salsa Fiesta, at Historic Old Town, noon-7 p.m. Celebrate all things salsa. Features salsa bands and dancers, kids’ activities and crafts and the Best Homemade Salsa contest. Free admission, ($5 to taste and vote in salsa contest). Call 311; visit cabq.gov/culturalservices/historic-old-town/salsa-fiesta.September 1313th Annual OFFCenter Folk Art Festival, at Robinson Park, at Central Ave & 8th Street, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Festivities include a Giant Paper Maché Puppet Parade, more than 100 arts and crafts vendors with locally-hand-made creations, free art activities with an Art Making Tent for kids of all ages, two performance stages with different styles of music, dancing, magic, and performance art, food provided by a variety of food truck

vendors. Free admission. Visit offcenterarts.org/events/folk-art-festival.September 17Blue 60Plus lecture on Preventive Health Screenings for Seniors 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., Highland Senior Center, 131 Monroe NE. Take action to get healthier and stay healthier with preventive measures. Dr. Robert White, with ABQ Health Partners. Free admission. For more info, call BCBSNM at 505-816-4454. Salud y Sabor: Quinceañera, at National Hispanic Cultural Center, 5:30 p.m. A free evening of food, art, and entertainment aimed at providing families with an opportunity to connect around nutrition, cooking, healthy lifestyles, and culture. Call 246-2261; visit nationalhispaniccenter.org.September 26Lovelace Rehabilitation Health FairLovelace Rehab Hospital’s FREE community health fair in celebration of National Rehabilitation Week. Join us for FREE informational resources, screenings, demonstrations, food, fun and more!WHEN: Saturday, September 26 from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.WHERE: Lovelace Rehabilitation Hospital, 505 Elm St NE, AlbuquerqueSeptember 26National Hunting and Fishing Day, at Tingley Beach, 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Fishing Day from dawn to dusk. No license required for this day only. All other fishing rules apply. Call 311; visit cabq.gov.September 26-27Corrales Harvest Festival, North Valley/Los Ranchos/Corrales, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Enjoy an arts and crafts show, live entertainment, the Growers Market and more. At Casa San Ysidro, enjoy music, family performances, animals and a traditional arts Mercado. Admission $2-$8. Visit kiwanis-corrales.org/corrales-harvest-festival.September 27At PetCo, 6300 San Mateo Blvd NE, Albuquerque NM WANAGI WOLF FUND AND RESCUE “MEET & GREET” @ PETCO in the FAR NORTH SHOPPING CENTER Meet the Wanagi Wolf Rescue Ambassadors; Learn about wolves & wolf-dogs. Stephanie will empower you to understand the mind of your canine! Bring a pad of paper or a laptop to take notes* Have any freezer-burned meats? Bring them with you to donate. * We also accept lovingly used stuffed-animal toysSUPPORT WANAGI WOLF FUND & RESCUE:* Have your photo taken with the Wanagi Wolf Rescue Ambassadors for a small donation.* Purchase wolf-fur filled ornaments, locally made pewter jewelry, collage photo cards, Wanagi Wolf Paw car-magnets & MORE!VISIT OUR WEBSITE: www.wanagi-wolf-fund.org and LIKE us on FacebookPETCO: I-25 Exit 230 San Mateo Blvd NE Turn LEFT onto Academy. Turn LEFT at 1st light into the Far North Shopping Center. PetCo is next to Sprouts Farmers Market.October 3 Animal Protection of New Mexico’s 2015 Milagro Awards; October 3 at the Tamaya Resort in Bernalillo, NM; Join us to honor our state’s heroes for animals! Amazing videos and awards ceremony, gourmet vegan dinner, jazz music, silent animal art auction; Tickets on sale at MilagroAwards.com.

CLASSESSeptember 12, & October 17 At 2738 Morningside Dr NE, Albuquerque 87110Beginner Soapmaking Class - This class is designed to give participants hands-on experience making soap in a relaxed outdoor setting. Includes brief history of soapmaking, chemistry behind soap, safety, properties of oils, tools, terms and recipe formulation. Students will be guided through the making of their own essential oil scented 1.5 lbs. of soap by a certified soapmaker with the Handcrafted Soap and Cosmetic Guild. Each participant will receive a light lunch, a binder full of information, a training

certificate and their own 1.5 lbs. of soap.10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Tuition: $100 for everythingContact: Susan Maupin at 505-881-6140 or at [email protected]. You can also register online at www.highdesertrose.com.

DANCESeptember 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Tuesdays: ¡Baile! Dance Cuban-Style Salsa/Casino, at National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 Fourth St. SW, beginners 6-7 p.m., intermediate 7-8 p.m. Admission $5-$10, (pay what you can). Call 246-2261; visit nationalhispaniccenter.org.September 26A Night in the 40’s: Big Band Swing, at New Mexico Veterans’ Memorial Visitors Center, 1100 Louisiana Blvd. SE, 6-8 p.m. Enjoy an evening of live big band swing with featured performers, The American Legion Band and The Dukes of Albuquerque. Free admission. Call close to the date to check for cancellation, 256-2042. Visit nmvetsmemorial.org; cabq.gov.October 27, 28“Peace, Love and Pay it Forward” 23rd Annual Uniting New Mexicans Against Adult Abuse conference. October 27th and 28th at the Marriott Uptown. This two day conference offers 40 different workshops designed to provide tools for alleviating adult abuse, neglect and exploitation. 14 CEU’s will be offered (3 are cultural). For more information please contact Cassandra DeCamp at [email protected]. For sponsor or vendor opportunities, contact Mary Martinez at [email protected].

THEATRESeptember 6Cinema at the KiMo, “Bird,” (1988), 2 p.m. Stars Forest Whitaker, directed by Clint Eastwood. The troubled life and career of the jazz musician, Charlie “Bird” Parker. Admission $6-$8. Call 311 or 768-3522.

September 10Cinema at the KiMo, “The Incredible Hulk,” (2008), 7 p.m. Bruce Banner, a scientist on the run from the U.S. Government must find a cure for the monster he emerges whenever he loses his temper. Admission $6-$8. Call 311 or 768-3522.September 12Cinema at the KiMo, “Imagine: John Lennon,” (1988), 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. This “biography” evolves around the nearly 240 hours of film and videotape fortuitously taken by Lennon of his life. Admission $6-$8. Call 311 or 768-3522.September 13Cinema at the KiMo, “White Hunter Black Heart,” (1990), 2 p.m. Stars and directed by Clint Eastwood. A thinly fictionalized account of a legendary movie director, whose desire to hunt down an animal turns into a grim situation with his movie crew in Africa. Admission $6-$8. Call 311 or 768-3522.September 16Indie Q at The KiMo, 7 p.m. The Albuquerque Film Office in conjunction with the City of Albuquerque and KiMo Theatre present Indie Q at The KiMo. Featuring a free screening of locally made films. Free admission. Call 311; visit HoldMyTicket.com.September 17Cinema at the KiMo, “Iron Man 2,” (2010), 7 p.m. Stars Robert Downey Jr. With the world now aware of his identity as Iron Man, Tony Stark must contend with both his declining health and a vengeful mad man with ties to his father’s legacy. Admission $6-$8. Call 311 or 768-3522.September 20Cinema at the KiMo, “Unforgiven,” (1992), Clint Eastwood Retrospective, 2 p.m. Retired Old West gunslinger William Munny reluctantly takes on one last job, with the help of his old partner and a young man. Admission $6-$8. Call 311 or 768-3522.

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comes to alcohol use, many seniors have not learned the lesson.

A 2008 national survey showed about 40 percent of adults ages 65 and older drink alcohol. This doesn’t mean that everyone who reported drinking had a drinking problem. Still, alcohol and substance abuse

among seniors is a hidden national epidemic.

While most sources report that alcoholism in people over 65 has a prevalence of 9 percent, a University of Kentucky survey revealed that it might be as high as 21 percent in hospitalized elderly. Numbers aside, the underlying challenge is to break the silence concerning alcohol abuse in the elderly.

Contributing to the problem is that health care providers tend to overlook alcohol or drug problems among older people, often mistaking the symptoms for dementia, depression or other problems common to older adults. Older adults are more likely to hide their alcohol or drug use and are less likely to seek professional help. Many relatives of older individuals with substance use disorders, particularly their adult children, are living in denial or are ashamed of the problem, choosing not to address it.

The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism and the American Geriatrics Society report that people 65 or older are engaged in risky drinking if they consume more than seven alcoholic drinks per week or more than three drinks on a single day. Alcohol includes beer and

wine, not just hard liquor.As we age, our bodies may

become more sensitive to alcohol’s effects. Older individuals metabolize alcohol more slowly than younger people. So, alcohol stays in their bodies longer. With less water in an aging body, a higher percentage of alcohol remains in the blood compared to younger people after drinking the same amount of alcohol. This puts older adults at higher risks for falls, motor vehicle accidents and other unintentional injuries that may result from drinking. An older person can develop problems with alcohol even though his or her drinking habits have not changed.

Diabetes, high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, liver problems, and myriad mood disorders, such as depression and anxiety can be made worse by alcohol. Adults with major depression are more likely than adults without major depression to have alcohol problems.

Drinking alcohol can interfere with both prescription and over-the-counter medicines, causing sleepiness, confusion or lack of coordination, which may lead to accidents and injuries. Taking aspirin or arthritis medications and

drinking alcohol can increase the risk of bleeding in the stomach. Taking acetaminophen and drinking alcohol can increase the chances of liver damage. Cold and allergy medicines that contain antihistamines often make people sleepy. Drinking alcohol and taking cold /allergy medicines can make this drowsiness worse and impair coordination.

Read the labels on all medications and follow the directions. Some medication labels warn people not to drink alcohol when taking the medicine. Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider whether it’s OK to drink alcohol while taking your medicines.

It is highly recommended that the single-occasion drink limit should be no more than two drinks for men and one drink for women. Total weekly intake should be less than seven drinks a week. Drinking more than these amounts puts people at risk of serious alcohol problems.

Aging brings on many expected changes, such as gray hair, wrinkles, decreased mobility, and often loneliness and depression. Don’t complicate or compromise your health with excessive alcohol. Speak to your health care provider about your specific alcohol risk.

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By Jim CraigVirgo (The Maiden) August 23 – September 22

Virgo, you are much more organized this year and the benefits

are greater productivity and more personal accomplishments. Your decision-making ability is enhanced, thereby allowing you to be very creative. Be aware that other people can offer a variety of potential worthwhile suggestions, but you must maintain an open mind in order to take advantage of them.

This is a good time to focus on satisfying interests, as these can prove more gratifying than work-related projects. The primary element associated with your sign is earth, indicating a modest and laid-back nature, and this may occasionally clash with your ego. You have a tendency to be an annoying perfectionist, but your flair for judgment and rational awareness finally prevails.

This can be a good year for romance if you avoid frivolous disagreements with your spouse or significant other. Considering

your partner’s feelings can help sustain accord in your relationship. There should be no unusual health issues expected for the remainder of the year if you continue avoiding pointless stressful situations, unhealthful eating and maintain your regular fitness program.

Due to consistent success in your professional life, you can anticipate a well-deserved acknowledgment near the end of the year. Don’t be surprised when you receive an offer for a new position by year’s end.

Your zodiac stone is Carnelian, representing an energy booster. This stone aligns with defense against negative vibes, paucity and soothing of irritability flare-ups. Virgo, your ongoing quest for sensibleness, enhancing your mind, and a readiness to help others will leave you pleased with the result.

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About 15 years or so ago, I wrote a column about how Ziploc baggies filled with

water will deter flies. I read an article about how the remedy was tested at a Midwestern university. It really works.

You fill the bags with water, then tape the bag to a door, window or anywhere else you don’t want flies. It has to be someplace where the bag will get sunlight, as the light in the water causes the flies, which have many eye facets, to see double a hundred times over. The effect is that they get really confused, don’t know where they are and leave the area. There are a lot of restaurants that put these bags on poles in their outside dining areas. It also works in barns and other places where flies like to congregate.

If you want to catch the flies, as opposed to just sending them

elsewhere, put out a bowl of vinegar with some sugar in it, and you will catch a bunch of them. Either way is much better than using pesticides that do more damage than good.

On another note, recently a pest control person was on the news mistakenly talking about shoreline ground beetles. Shoreline ground beetles live on the West Coast, along the shore line, and they belong to the genus Bembidion. The beetles he was misnaming that are very common around homes this year are ground beetles that belong to the genus Harpalus. Most ground beetles are predatory, but Harpalus beetles are not. They feed on seeds and plant material. They can be a pest in a garden, but most of them are feeding on the weeds we have from all the rain. They are actually beneficial. These ground beetles are attracted to light and may land on your porch if you leave the light on. They can even see the light coming through the windows, which is why they are common around buildings. There are many species in the genus Harpalus, and they range in size from a quarter inch to a little over an inch. They are harmless and they are not

shoreline beetles.Sun spiders are arachnids that are

not at all dangerous. They have been Photoshopped to look huge and scare people. In the Middle East, they are called camel spiders. Another name for them is wind scorpions. Whatever you call them, they are common in New Mexico. As mentioned, they are not dangerous, but they can bite if you pick them up. Sun spiders are nocturnal and feed on insects. Occasionally they will come in a home and scare the homeowner. The best method of control is to prevent them from coming in. Make sure your home doesn’t have any areas where they can enter, such as under a door. You should never see these interesting arachnids inside.

If you have a squash garden, you may get squash bugs. Squash bugs feed on squash, cucumbers, and pumpkins and can be a pest. It is a good idea to put small, flat boards in the garden where these bugs live. They will hide out under the boards in the daytime, allowing you to find them and dispose of them. This also works for cutworms as they, too, hide during the day. I also recommend misting all the squash or other

plants and then dusting them with diatomaceous earth to discourage the bugs.

Flies are another common pest this year. One particularly nasty variety resembles the house fly but flies in circles in the middle of a room or on a porch and don’t appear to land. They can lay their eggs in any organic material including compost piles, pet feces, dead leaves, etc. They have been known to enter the urinary tract of naked sleeping persons and causing urinary myiasis. To prevent these flies from appearing, empty and clean all food handling equipment, dishes and garbage containers, and daily remove and/or bury all animal droppings, fruit and organic debris inside and/or outside. They do like beer, so you can put two packets of aspartame in 2 inches of beer in an open container to act as a bait for these flies. You can also use a fly swatter with a sticky side to swat them when they are circling.

If you have any pest questions, you can contact me at [email protected] or call me at 505-385-2820. My website is www.askthebugman.com.

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There is something magical about a local apple harvest, and there is no better time

to enjoy this fruit’s beauty and nutrition than late summer and early fall.

Apples are a sweet, nutritious treat and can help resist the urge to grab a muffin or a cookie. These fruits carry with them polyphenols, which help manage blood sugar by inhibiting enzymes that break complex carbohydrates

into simple sugars. They also stimulate the pancreas to secrete insulin, which pulls the sugar from the blood, balancing blood sugar and preventing a spike.

Apples include dietary fiber, too, which helps to regulate blood fat. It isn’t the amount of soluble fiber in an apple that contributes to this as much as the interplay of all the nutrients (including pectin) that make apple fiber work so well on blood fat. Research shows that eating whole apples results in the most beneficial effects of fiber and blood sugar regulation, as well as the highest sensation of satiety.

To get the full benefit of an apple, do not peel it. The skin contains polyphenols, such as quercetin. Quercetin helps inflammatory conditions, especially those that are lung related, by lowering C-reactive protein (a human inflammatory protein). Quercetins, along with polyphenols that function as antioxidants, are part of what make apples wonderful for conditions such as asthma. Apples have also been found in numerous research studies to have positive correlations with a reduction in

several types of cancer, including lung, breast and colon.

Apple pie, applesauce and all things apple can be easily enjoyed with the skins included. If you really don’t love the skins, blend them and add them to cakes. Applesauce is a great sugar replacement in recipes, offering nutrition, flavor and sweetness.

Ever hear the phrase, “One bad apple?” Apples emit ethylene gases that can hasten the ripening and spoilage of other fruits, including other apples. If you see a bad apple, remove it before it drags all the other apples down with it. On the other hand, if you need to make banana bread, place your bananas in a bag with an apple to speed their ripening. Use apples in smoothies, baking, trail mix, salads and more. Apples generally

contain between 50 and 100 calories, depending on their size. Pick the kind you like best and add things like: almond butter, honey, a dash of cinnamon, or even nutmeg to make your slice of life a bit more delicious.Abundant blessings!

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