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Bond between grandparents and grandkids benefits both

End-of-summer trips make a great end to a beloved time of year

What used to be the "golden years" of life forseniors is now turning into any opportunity to spendeven more time with their youngest family mem-bers. Nowadays, a growing number of grandparentsare called on to provide child care for their grand-kids, many of whom are growing up in two-incomehouseholds. Others are helping to raise grandkidswhile providing financial assistance for adult chil-dren who may not be able to live on their own.

This trend has been corroborated in a few recentstudies. Information from the Pew Research Centershowed 7.7 million children in the United Stateswere living in the same household as one of theirgrandparents in 2011. A University of Chicagoanalysis of a decade of data based on interviewswith 13,614 grandparents, ages 50 and older, foundthat 61 percent of grandparents provided at least 50hours of care for their grandchildren during anygiven year between 1998 and 2008. And an April2012 study for the MetLife Mature Market Instituteand the nonprofit Generations United, an intergener-ational policy group, found that 74 percent ofrespondents provided weekly child care or babysit-ting service for grandkids.

Grandparents often cite helping their own chil-dren financially as well as staying in touch withgrandchildren as motivating factors behind provid-ing care. According to Generations United, stayingin touch with grandkids can give seniors a feeling of

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Empathy: By sharing stories of how things werewhen they were younger, when opportunities mayhave been more scarce, grandparents can help teachgrandchildren empathy. Grandchildren may learn tobe grateful for the things they have and the peoplearound them, rather than taking what they have forgranted.

Family history: Grandparents can tell grandchil-dren about family members, including youngsters'own parents, and shed light on the generations thatcame before them. Looking through photos orwatching old movies can provide the avenue bywhich to start conversations about family historyand give children opportunities to ask questions.

Interests: Children may be excited about learn-ing new skills or hobbies taught to them by theirgrandparents. Anything from gardening to wood-working can be shared.

Respect: Children who grow up respecting theirgrandparents may have an increased tendency torespect authority figures outside their homes, whichmay help kids grow up to be more courteous and

Summer is a season beloved by many. Warm air, timeoff from school and summer hours at the office make themonths of June, July and August some of the most relax-ing weeks of the year.

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•Find a deal on lodging. You can still find a deal onlodging even if your end-of-summer trip is a spur of themoment affair. In fact, you might have a better chance offinding a deal if you wait until the last minute than youwould have if you booked months in advance. That'sespecially true if you are planning a weekend getaway to

a beachside community. Such communities typicallyboast significant inventories of summer rentals, and rec-ognizing that the final weeks of summer are their lastopportunities to generate rental income, owners of suchrentals are often inclined to lower their prices if theyhave not yet rented their units.

•Be flexible. Flexibility is another friend to men andwomen booking end-of-summer getaways. If you havevacation days to spare, consider traveling midweekinstead of on Friday or Saturday, as you might find moreaffordable flights and/or lodging if you travel on dayswhen many people will be in their offices.

•Don't stray too far. If your trip is truly a last-minuteaffair, then you might want to set your sights on a desti-nation that's close to home. A last-minute flight to a landfar away can break the bank, and booking trips at the last

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•Keep it simple. The vacation of a lifetime at the endof summer can make for a memorable experience, butkeep in mind that end-of-summer trips are often seen asone final opportunity to unwind and enjoy the relaxingnature of summer.

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Although head lice can strike just about anyone any-where, it seems to proliferate in close quarters, like thoseof a typical classroom. Children who keep backpacksand belongings beside other students' items may unwit-tingly pick up lice and bring them home, where they caninfect the child and other members of the family.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention sayslice are parasitic insects that can be found on people'sheads and bodies. Lice feed on human blood. There arethree types of lice that live on humans: head louse, bodylouse and pubic "crab" louse. Only the body louse isknown to spread disease.

Lice are wingless parasites that can only crawl totheir host for feeding. They cannot jump or fly like fleas.By and large, lice are relatively harmless creatures,though they can be a nuisance. Lice bites are known tocause irritation and inflammation on the scalp. Persistentscratching may lead to infection. Lice do not signal thata person has bad hygiene, and a child who contracts liceshould not be embarrassed. Lice are a common problemamong students.

Lice are small and grayish-white in appearance, andthey are usually no larger than a sesame seed. They canmove fast, so usually lice infestation is identified byspotting the lice eggs, which are called nits. These looklike tiny, yellow or tan dots before they hatch. Lice laynits on the hair shaft close to the scalp. This is the idealtemperature for keeping the eggs warm until they hatch.Many lice nymphs will feed on blood every day to growinto adult lice. However, a louse can survive up to twodays off of the scalp. That means a person can "catch"lice from a hat or a piece of clothing if a louse climbedinto the material.

Treating head lice means ridding the head of all nitsand adult lice. A special comb is used to capture the tinyeggs. This can be a painstaking process, particularly forchildren with long hair. Topical insecticides in lotion andshampoo are used to kill the lice. However, these prod-ucts may not penetrate the nits, so the topical solutionmay need to be applied several days later to kill anyemerging lice.

The best way to combat lice is to emphasize preven-tion. Children should not share combs, brushes, scarves,hats, or other clothing. They also should avoid closephysical contact with someone who has lice.

Should a child get lice, he or she should stay homefrom school and the nurse should be notified. Wash allobjects that the child has used and launder all clothes,

towels, linens, and other items in hot water to kill anylice. Vacuum the home frequently to remove lice or fall-en hairs with attached nits from upholstered furnitureand rugs.

Back to school season reintroduces kids and their par-ents to lice. Parents and their kids can take certain pre-ventive measures to greatly reduce youngsters' risks ofcoming down with lice.

Returning to school means keeping an eyeopen for head lice.

Getting chidren ready for kindergarten is importantSchools across the country are getting

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Although many children attend pre-school, kindergarten typically marks achild's initial foray into formal education.It can be a time of wonder, new experi-ences and rapid educational growth.Kindergarten also can stimulate nervesand fears about the unexpected. Preparingchildren for kindergarten requires a littlefinesse to make this significant milestonein a kid's life that much more special.

•Speak often about kindergarten.Talking openly and excitedly aboutkindergarten is one way to spur a child'sinterest in school. As the first day ofschool approaches, bring it up in conver-sation and see how your youngster feelsabout kindergarten. Some children areanxious to begin this new chapter in theirlives, while others are daunted by theprospect of starting school.

•Start adjusting kids' schedules.Summer vacation and pre-kindergartenlife may be about retiring to bed late andwaking up much later than the start of atypical school day. But such schedules areno longer realistic once kids begin school.Help kindergarteners-to-be acclimate totheir new schedules by gradually chang-

ing their bed times and wake times in theweeks leading up to the first day ofschool.

•Let kids choose some school sup-plies. Encourage youngsters to join youas you shop for school supplies, whichmay excite kids about school and helpthem feel more actively involved.

•Encourage kids' independence. Akindergarten teacher will be supportiveand nurturing but will not be a substituteparent for the class. Children should beable to do certain things for themselveswhen entering kindergarten. Taking theirjackets on and off, packing up theirbelongings, cleaning up toys and othersupplies and following directions are justa few things kids should be able to do on

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their peers. Your child may benefit fromspending time with other kids their ageand sharing their expectations of kinder-garten.

•Don't pressure kids at the last minute.There is no way to cram when preparingfor your kindergartener's first day ofschool. Rushing through flash cards orquizzing kids on the alphabet may justmake them nervous.

•Make note of the similarities betweenpreschool and kindergarten. Kindergartenmay not be so different from preschool,and such familiarity can make the transi-tion that much easier for youngsters.

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On Aug. 23, 1904, Harold D. Weed ofCanastota, New York, is issued U.S. PatentNo. 768,495 for his "Grip-Tread forPneumatic Tires," a tire chain to be usedon automobiles to increase traction onroads slick with mud, snow or ice.

On Aug. 20, 1911, a dispatcher in theNew York Times office sends the firsttelegram around the world to determinehow fast a commercial message could besent. After it traveled more than 28,000miles, relayed by 16 different operators,the reply was received by the same opera-tor 16 1/2 minutes later.

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Out of AfricaBy Angela Shelf Medearis

There are few vegetables with a morestoried past and debatable reputation thanokra. This slender green pod comes fromthe lovely yellow flower of the seeminglyimpervious Hibiscus Esculentus plant.While this hardy crop would flourishalmost anywhere, okra is grown mainly inthe South. Those who've eaten okra love it,and when separated from it, for reasons ofgeography or season, miss it.

Known to some as ladies' fingers, bhin-di, bamia or mostly commonly as gumbo,which is its West African name, the okraplant is believed to have arrived in NorthAmerican with the African slave trade. It'spossible that slaver traders or the captivesthemselves stowed away seeds to bring tothe New World.

Okra was cherished by both slaves andslave owners. Southern agricultural jour-nals, dating back to the mid-1800s,account that it was widely enjoyed andeaten frequently during the growing seasonin a variety of preparations.

The Cajun and Creole cuisines ofLouisiana resulted from a New Worldfusion of foods from the diverse culturesof its early settlers. It was in Louisiana thatokra gumbo, the famous dish named afterits key ingredient, was born.

Okra was a predominant ingredient inthe regional stew of vegetables and chick-en, shrimp or crawfish. The gelatinous liq-uid in okra helps to thicken gumbos andsoups. Slaves also used the seeds as a cof-fee substitute and the leaves for medicinalpurposes.

Relatively easy to grow, okra tolerateshigh temperature and scant water, and alsois nutritious. Okra is an excellent source ofdietary fiber, vitamins B-6 and C, as wellas folic acid, potassium and calcium. Okraalso contains properties to help with diet-related illnesses like diabetes. The gelati-nous interior found in okra helps to slowthe absorption of sugar into the blood byforming a kind of gel coating inside the

bowels. This slows down the absorption offood from the gut, evening out the peaks inblood glucose that occur after meals.

Even with all its health benefits and his-torical acclaim, okra has been controver-sial from its arrival in North America.There are those refuse to eat it or whothink it's a suspicious-looking pod of slimyrepute. This is because of the gelatinoussubstance okra releases when cut.

Proper selection and cooking methodswill eliminate that truly minor detail andshowcase its delicious flavor. When choos-ing okra, it's important to look for small,tender pods, as thick, long pods tend to betough. Okra should never be sliced untilimmediately before cooking. This help toprevent some of its gelatinous interiorfrom seeping out.

Once you've tried this delicacy properlycooked, okra will steal your affections, asit has for so many others who salivate atthe mere mention of its name. My recipefor Okra and Shrimp Hush Puppies show-cases the best qualities of okra in a histori-cal Southern recipe that is packed withCreole flavors.Okra and Shrimp Hush Puppies

These hush puppies are the perfect sidedish for baked, broiled or fried fish, or itmakes a wonderful appetizer when servedwith a spicy dipping sauce. You can keepthe fried hush puppies warm in a 225 Foven for up to 15 minutes.

1 cup self-rising yellow cornmeal mix1/2 cup self-rising flour1 cup medium-size raw shrimp,

chopped1/4 cup finely diced onion, 1/2 cup red or green bell pepper,

chopped finely1/2 cup celery, diced finely1/2 cup fresh, chopped okra or frozen

and thawed cut okra1 1/2 teaspoons Creole or Old Bay

seasoning1 large egg, lightly beaten1/4 cup beef broth1/2 cup carbonated waterFrying oil1 teaspoon salt1. Stir together the cornmeal mix and

flour in large bowl until combined.Sprinkle shrimp, onion, bell pepper, celeryand okra with 1 teaspoon of the Creoleseasoning and combine to coat with thespices. Add the shrimp and vegetable mix-ture to the cornmeal mixture.

2. In a small bowl, stir together the egg,broth, water and the remaining 1/2 tea-spoon Creole seasoning. Pour the egg mix-ture into the cornmeal mixture using justenough to moisten the cornmeal. Let stand5 to 7 minutes.

3. Pour oil into a Dutch oven to a depthof 4 inches; heat to 350 F. Drop batter bylevel tablespoonfuls into hot oil, and fry inbatches for 2 to 2 1/2 minutes, flippinghush puppies over and frying for another 2minutes on the other side until goldenbrown.

4. Drain on a wire rack over paper tow-els; sprinkle with salt and serve immedi-ately.

Angela Shelf Medearis is an award-winningchildren's author, culinary historian and authorof seven cookbooks. Her new cookbook is "TheKitchen Diva's Diabetic Cookbook." Her web-site is www.divapro.com. To see how-to videos,recipes and much, much more, Like AngelaShelf Medearis, The Kitchen Diva! onFacebook and go to Hulu.com. Recipes may notbe reprinted without permission from AngelaShelf Medearis.

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Heirloom BLT Salad1 lemon1/3 cup low-fat buttermilk 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise 1 tablespoon snipped fresh chives 8 ounces bacon, cut into 1-inch

pieces 3 slices good-quality white bread,

well-toasted1 tablespoon cider vinegar 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 head (about 8 ounces) Bibb or

Boston lettuce, leaves separated3 medium heirloom tomatoes, sliced 1. From lemon, into small bowl, grate

1/2 teaspoon peel and squeeze 2 teaspoonsjuice. Whisk in buttermilk, mayonnaise,chives and 1/4 teaspoon salt.

2. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cookbacon on medium 9 to 14 minutes or untilbrowned and crisp, stirring occasionally.With slotted spoon, transfer bacon topaper-towel–lined plate.

3. Cut each slice bread into 4 triangles;transfer to medium bowl. Drizzle with 2tablespoons bacon fat, tossing to coat.Discard remaining bacon fat.

4. To same skillet, add vinegar andsugar. Cook 1 minute or until sugar dis-solves and mixture is slightly reduced, stir-ring constantly. Return bacon to skillet,tossing and stirring to coat. Remove fromheat.

5. Arrange lettuce on serving platter.Top with bread and tomatoes. Sprinklewith bacon. Serve salad with dressing.Serves 4.

Just-Right TomatoesAt the farmers' market, buy tomatoes at

various stages of ripeness, so that you'llhave a few to eat that day and more for therest of the week. If you're not planning toserve tomatoes within a few days, chooseones that are firm to the touch.

To ripen, put them in a brown paperbag, placing them shoulder (stem) side up,and store at cool room temperature for aday or two. Don't put tomatoes in thefridge - and don't stand them on theirshoulders on the windowsill. Pretty as thedisplay may look, this bruises them (anddoesn't help ripening).

When tomatoes are ready, you canrefrigerate them for a day or two, butextended cold storage will make themmushy.

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Foods on the barbecue need not be unhealthy Barbecue season is in full swing, and that means

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grilled foods at your beck and call. Such foods may be

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for those trying to maintain a beach-ready body. But

even if a trim waistline is your ultimate goal, you can

still enjoy your favorite grilled foods by making a few

smart food choices and substitute high-fat foods for

healthier fare at your next backyard barbecue.

BAD: BBQ ribs may be savory, but they have a high

fat-to-meat ratio. Whether your ribs are pork or beef,

each bite delivers much more fat than meat. These cuts

of meat are among the fattiest parts of the animal to eat

and contain a high amount of saturated fat, according to

the American Dietetic Association. Saturated fat can con-

tribute to cardiovascular disease and increase risk of type

2 diabetes. Ribs can pack on the pounds, too.

BETTER: Rather than fatty ribs, opt for a lean pork

loin that can be slathered in barbecue sauce and spices.

The loin also can be smoked and shredded to make tasty

pulled-pork.

BAD: What would a barbecue be without a helping of

rich and creamy potato salad? Potato salad is typically

the go-to side dish accompanying burgers, hot dogs and

chicken. While potatoes can be healthy, they also are

loaded with calories. Plus, potato salad is often made by

mixing boiled potatoes with calorie-rich mayonnaise,

adding even more calories and fat to this beloved side

dish.

BETTER: A vegetable slaw, made from thin strips of

carrots, broccoli, cabbage, and other firm vegetables is a

healthier option. Mix the slaw with a light vinaigrette

instead of mayonnaise. The slaw will be refreshing and

provide a bounty of healthy vitamins and minerals. Plus,

the slaw will be less likely to spoil prematurely under

the hot sun.

BAD: Frankfurters have been a staple of backyard

barbecues for decades. But the average beef hot dog con-

tains 140 calories and 15 grams of fat. And that's before

it's even placed on a bun and embellished with your

favorite toppings. Hot dogs also are high in sodium and

some have a bevy of preservatives.

BETTER: Turkey and chicken hot dogs are leaner

than pork and beef varieties, with containing half the

amount of calories as their more traditional counterparts.

Concerns about "mystery meat" in hot dogs has long

plagued the food industry. If you are worried about what

is in your hot dogs, try making your own. Ground meat

yourself and stuff into sausage casings. Fresh hot dogs

thrown on the grill afford the ultimate control over

what's going into your body.

BAD: Though nothing may be more American than

apple pie, pie is not as healthy as one might think. Rich,

buttery crusts and sugar-laden fillings can make one slice

of pie quite fattening. Double-crust pies with a bottom

and top crust will have even more calories.

BETTER: Fresh fruit is always a better option than

pie. A bowl of berries served with fresh whipped cream

on the side will offer far fewer calories and just as much

flavor as a slice of pie.

BAD: Sugary beverages and mixed alcoholic drinks

may be commonplace at barbecues. People often do not

realize how quickly the calories can add up when con-

suming a tall glass of lemonade or a few poolside mar-

garitas. There can be as many as 100 calories in a single

shot of liquor, while soft drinks have increasingly drawn

the ire of medical professionals on account of their high

sugar content.

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who want to indulge in an alcoholic beverage can choose

a light beer and not go overboard.

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