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Welcome to the January 2012 issue of Village News Magazine.TRANSCRIPT
4 Golf News & Tips
6 Make it a great 2012 - Chiropractic9 When stress gets to you... fight back
5 Trendy Spring Fashions7 Decorator’s Angles
12 Computer Mandate
Inn TThhiiss IIssssuueeYour HealthYour Health
EducationEducation
Neighborhood NewsNeighborhood News
CultureCulture
HumorHumor
Golf TipsGolf Tips
Inn TThhiiss IIssssuuee4 Attorney Tom Hodge is back9 Educators Club
15 Info from Ivy 15 Community Calendar 16 Women’s Tea & Charity Raises Money
13 Taste of Gourmet: Prime Rib14 American Mechanical Tips18 shaken not stirred - Dad’s Bloody Mary
14 Golfer’s Corner
Please view this publication onlinealong with additional “Bonus
Article” atwww.villagenewsva.com
Village News Staff
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Peter Cousin, Editor-in-Chief
Tara PerroneLead Graphic Designer
Andrea CousinProduction Manager
Ricki BurleighProofing Department
Karen GlazeMarketing Consultant
Gian CarloCommunity Reporter
Tamyra SpearEditor - Decorator Angles
David CandoIT Department
AA wwoorrdd oorr ttwwoo ffrroomm oouurr EEddiittoorrWelcome to the January 2012 issue of Village News Magazine.All of us at Village News wish you and your loved ones a veryhappy and prosperous New Year!
For our part, we take a look back (as we do each January) tothe previous year and to many of the stories that impacted usas a world, a country and a community. We sincerely hopethat you enjoy our center-spread, aptly named, "RETROSPECT 2011."
We have made a few changes to our Magazine in this new year. We've added a decorating article each month to help you freshen up your home or office. You'll findideas and "how-to" sections with helpful pictures. We welcome to our staff Ms. Tamyra Spear, an International Award-Winning Decorator, who will present youwith ideas and themes each month. Welcome, Tamyra!
This year, too, we will be more community-minded, reporting on items of interest --not only in our neighborhoods but around the Hampton Roads area. We feel that thisis a good way to keep you informed, as we have tried to do for almost nine years.
You will see by my picture (inset, top left) that my style has changed a bit; and I'mdonning a new hat (Indiana Jones), presented to me by my pal, Bruce Holland ofHolland Hats in Connecticut (hollandhats.com). You can read a little more aboutthe huge come-back of hats this year around the world, and Bruce will give our readers a special incentive to add their names to this fashion trend!
For now, we hope you enjoy this month's read of our publication. As always, weappreciate your input and ideas for improvement. You may send your commentsdirectly to me: [email protected].
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Golf Tips Golf Tips Winter golf brings a wholenew set of problems to an
already difficult game including:
1. The ball doesn’t travel as far – eitherin the air or along the ground2. Dirt will often stick to your golf ball3. We often have to play from temporary tees4. Poor putting surfaces (there’s not much youcan do about this one)5. Trying to keep ourselves warm!
TIPS:1. Keep you golf balls warm. Warmer golfballs travel through the air further than coldones. This is mainly because the core gets hard-er when it’s cold so you need to generate moreswing speed to hit the ball your usual distance.
To help overcome this firstly ensure you arriveat the first tee with at least two warm golf balls.Even put them on a radiator the night beforeand then keep them in your pocket until you getto the first tee.
You are allowed to change your golf ball betweenholes, so you can alternate the golf balls and tryto re-warm the one you’re not using by keepingit in your hands or trouser pocket. Trust me –this one really CAN make a difference…
2. Always Take Advantage Of The ‘Lift andPlace’ Rule. This is for a couple of reasons.Firstly, it gives you the opportunity to clean anymud off of your ball which would of course affectthe strike and the flight. Secondly, it allows youto have a better lie on the fairway – which canbecome quite bare in the winter.
3. If In Doubt OVER Club Don’t Under Club.With cold golf balls, an often cold golfer and usually some winds to contend with, don’t tryand bust a 5 iron 180 yards or so when an easy4 iron or 5 wood will get you there.
Remember warm or cold, golf is meant to beenjoyed. If you need help, contact your PGAProfessional!
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Winter Golf - New Problems
Look who's back in town! After years of legal serviceto Village News readers, Thomas (Tom) W. Hodge,Attorney at Law, left our area more than two years agoto serve as Advisor to the Social Security Administrationin Richmond, VA.
Says Tom, "The work was rewarding and interesting, butthe commute was almost unbearable. Having to leave mywife and infant daughter was very painful -- so much so,that I decided it could be just as rewarding to continuemy career back here in Virginia Beach."
Tom had handled my personal and business legal issuesfor years; and even though he was in Richmond for thelast few years, he still communicated with me and mywife by telephone and by e-Mail. We never really losttouch.
Yesterday, we were in Walgreens picking up a few items;and as I rounded the corner, one isle ahead of me wasTom. I yelled out to him to get his attention as weapproached each other. "What are you doing in town?" Iasked.
Tom explained the situation in Richmond -- the long commute and missing his family. He told me that he was
sharing an office with a localattorney and that he was againtaking on new clients. "Tom," I said,"I can't wait to tell our readers you'reback!"
As is true of most of our advertisers, our readersremained faithful to Tom over the last few years. Ireceived many calls asking for his contact information.His responsiveness to our readers has been commend-able.
Tom is the "go-to" attorney for all your legal needs forwills, trusts, estate planning and now, any and all issuessurrounding Social Security.
Welcome back, Tom!! You may reach him by e-Mail at [email protected] or by telephone at 757.575.8949. Fax:866-215-8727
Andrea and I are pleased to have our friend (and my golfbud) back where he belongs!
By Peter Cousin - Editor
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By Sharon StajdaFa s h i o nT R E N D ST R E N D ST R E N D ST R E N D S
By Sharon Stajda
Trendy Spring FashionsTrendy Spring Fashions
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For the Woman. Women's top Spring Fashion trends for 2012 include eye catching andflamboyant prints, 70s inspired womens fashions; lean and pristine white women's fash-ions, and casual and fluid styles in women's clothing for the laid back jane!
This season's pajama dressing trend features loose, yet sexy fit, and minimalistic tailoring that translates to positively chic!
Lovely Spring fashion colors include the artful mix of plummy red, mustard, electric blue,and turquoise. You have got to see the newest sensations in trendy Spring handbags,women's spring jackets, womens designer jeans for Spring, plus size Spring fashions, andwhat designer fashions are walking down the runways this season.
The Alpha MaleStep One: Wear a Blazer. Everywhere.Forget the golf or bomber jacket you always reach for on fall weekends. A good blazer,whether it's the unstructured two-button at left or one of the go-big-or-go-home tweedvarieties so ubiquitous right now, easily acts as all-purpose outerwear and tells the worldthat you're not messing around.
Throw some style into your casual wear. Three-button wool jacket and cot-ton shirt by Polo Ralph Lauren; cashmere sweater vest by Ermenegildo
Zegna; silk tie and silk pocket square by Ralph LaurenPurple Label; cotton jeans by Simon Spurr.
As a must-have funky accessory, a hat definitely hasits prominent features in fashion. Hats could drastically change the appearance of any attire without any problemfor men or for women. If you want to keep a classical style, a hatmust be your option. As we all know, hats can make you a bit extravagant. They are universal accessories for both men and women.The unisex design of hats has become more and more popular. If youare a fashionista, it is sure that you are supposed to catch up withthe latest fashion trends on hats. For more information, visit hollandhats.com. A favorite of Village News Magazine.
Borsalino Bartolomeofur felt fedora
Classic Crushable Fedora by Scala
Indiana Jones Authentic Safari Hat-Crushable
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Make it a great 2012Make it a great 2012By Dr. Art Crago - Crago Family Chiropractic
Do you recognize him? That's Jim Bohrer, Owner of the UPS Storelocated in the Virginia Beach Courthouse Marketplace. A friend toVillage News Magazine and its readers, Jim has always been thefirst to "step up to the plate" and help out his fellow man (andwoman)!
Throughout the year, the Red Cross, in partnership withNewsChannel 3, has worked to collect signed holiday cards tosend to our troops around the world. Now in the 4th year of thisprogram, cards from around Hampton Roads have come into theoffices of the American Red Cross of Southeastern Virginia.
Says Dea King with the American Red Cross, "We needed a Santa Claus of sorts to help us get these cards deliveredto the distribution point in Maryland, where they will be inspected, sorted and then sent to our troops around theworld. Local UPS Owner, Jim Bohrer didn't hesitate." As he put it, "I raised my hand and said, 'I will take care of themailing costs. Anything I can do for our troops for taking care of us is what I will do. We offer military discounts forshipping and printing. They have taken such great care of us, I feel it's time to pay it back'!"
Interviewed for the story that appeared on the 6:00 PM Channel 3 newscast on December 1st, was Reporter LailaMuhammad. After the interview, Laila (on behalf of NewsChannel 3) presented Jim with their "People Taking Action"Award. Jim was proud to accept it and placed it where customers could see it when in his store.
All of us at Village News Magazine and its readers commend Jim on his continuing efforts to support our troops andour community. Congratulations, Mr. Bohrer. You're a true "Man among men!"
NewsChannel 3 Reporter Laila Muhammad (left), UPS StoreOwner, Jim Bohrer (center) and Dea King, American Red Cross
Services to Armed Forces Coordinator (right)
Happy New Year from all of us at Crago FamilyChiropractic. We hope this year will be your healthiestand most prosperous ever.
At the start of each new year, most of us make Resolutions: Lose weight, give more of yourself, stopbad habits, eat right, be kinder, etc., etc., etc.
Most of our resolutions fall by the wayside by the middle of the first month -- just too hard to keep onthat diet, or I just don't have the time to do this orthat. It's so easy to slip back into those old habits,which is the reason why, I believe, we make unrealisticvows to ourselves that we don't really believe we cankeep.
This year, I want morethan ever for you to behealthier than you haveever been! I will dedicatemyself further to yourwellness. I want you tomove more, exercisemore, eat better andenjoy life to the fullestpossible, based on yourindividual circumstances.
But wait! You can't do all that inthe first 30 days. A resolutionshould be for a year... not amonth. You didn't put on weightin one month. You didn't get outof shape in one month. So, let'sdo this one step at a time.
First, make an appointmentwith me, so we can assess yourflexibility and address issues that bother you. Let's setrealistic goals for exercise, weight loss and for reforming those bad habits.
With this new year, let's get you off to the right start. Ihave continued my offer to Village News readers,offering your first visit for only $50. We accept mostinsurance carriers, and our pricing is reasonable. So,let's make it a "date." Call me, today; and let's get started on the right track to make this your best yearEVER!
Dr. Art Crago
486-4772Crago Family Chiropractic Center
4224 Holland Road, Suite 110Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Local UPS Store Owner ReceivesAward from NewsChannel 3
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T h e D e c o r a t o r ’ sT h e D e c o r a t o r ’ s
Tamyra Spear - OwnerDecorating Den Interiors Award-winning decorator
www.decdens.com/tspear
What amazing gifts the New Year brings! Wonderful opportunities, given to us one sunrise at atime. Imagine all the possibilities this New Year - Maybe even a dream come true!
The New Year is a time to reflect, renew and reevaluate. Have you been thinking about makingyour home more efficient, more attractive or more livable? Just think how dull life would bewithout color, art, texture and style! This new year, plan to turn your house into your home!
What do you want your home to look like? That's the question! When homeowners need work done, they call professionals -- plumbers, electricians, etc. Why then do many shy from using services of aprofessional interior decorator when making important decisions and purchases for theirhome? Decorating services are more of a necessity for today's busy homeowner, who simplycan't afford to make costly mistakes.
Selecting the one person you want to decorate your home is acombination of compatible personalities and tastes. Duringyour initial consultation, ask to peruse the designer's portfolioto assure yourself that he/she is capable of working in diverse
styles. This is also time to judge whether your personalities are a good fit. Working with aprofessional designer should be an enjoyable experience! Since interior decorating projectsare highly personal and collaborative, the final results are always much more successfulwhen the lines of communication are open and ideas freely discussed. To ensure that youget off to the right start with your decorator, keep in mind these helpful tips:
Be a keen observer: What catches your interest as you read decorating magazines or peruse the internet for interesting rooms and make-overs? Take an inventory of existing décor to determine which pieces you want to keep.
Based on your initial consultation, your designer will present you with fabric samples,sketches and/or pictures for your evaluation. Remember that the first two or threedesigns you are shown will, in the decorator's opinion, be the best looks for yourhome. One of the most important services that a professional offers is sparing you theconfusion of the myriad of choices available.
Trust your designer's advice, and stay focused on the overall design goal. Once yourdesign plans are finalized, you will quickly derail your project, if you begin to questions your decisions because you are heeding outside opinions. Well-intentioned,outside opinions have no concept of the overall design and will only focus on onephase of the project to criticize.
Give change a chance! The most dramatic changes usually come from the introduc-tion of a strong, new color or different pattern. Don't panic! Just remember that allchange (even for the better) requires a period of adjustment. Most homeowners whohave redecorated their homes will be quick to tell you, "I should have done it sooner."
From design to completion, a professional interior decorator can save you valuabletime and money. He/she will be there with you to help you every step of the way. Youmay know the way you want your house to be, but not necessarily the way to make ita reality! The right decorator does! Select a decorator who is interested in makingyour dream home a reality! Obviously, I would love the opportunity to be your decorator! Please contact me at 757-496-5144, and let's have the first conversation!
Tamyra Spear - OwnerDecorating Den Interiors
This year, let's lighten-upand brighten-up your
home!
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We’re located in the Courthouse Marketplace Shopping Center next to Harris Teeter 430-6300
2011 proved to be an amazing year for Salon Mosaic. Severalnew hairstylists joined our team and we are very happy theydecided to do so. Our relationship with Scruples ProfessionalSalon Products expanded so that not only Randy and Angiewere involved in their events, but the entire salon joined in.In November, Salon Mosaic represented Scruples in a HolidayHair Show in Richmond. There were over 300 salon profes-sionals in attendance. It was very successful and SalonMosaic is very proud of our participation. It was the perfectway to kick off the holiday season.
For 2012, Salon Mosaic has many exciting activities planned,not the least of which will be a client appreciation event to beheld February 26th. Watch for details to come.
Just like many of you, Salon Mosaic has made a few NewYear's resolutions: to have an even larger involvement in ourcommunity; to share our vast knowledge with others; and tospread the word of Salon Mosaic. We have teamed with PamMills, a local marketing director, and have set in motion ourcourse of action.
Education has always been important to the Salon Mosaic
team. We are always striving to learn more and be the bestwe can be. We have set a new education plan in motion for2012. Every six weeks our stylists will gather for classes. Oureducation will encompass a wide range of specialties includ-ing, but not limited to: make-up application; up-styles; photofinished hair; cutting techniques; color pattern and applica-tion; and self-tour consultations. Salon Mosaic also has sever-al team members that will travel to the Scruples Academy toattend the "Training for Tomorrow" four day class. In addi-tion to our classes, we are also planning many team buildingexercises to ensure everyone is at the top of their game.What is your New Year's resolution? Is it to spend more timepampering yourself or to make some changes to your currentlook? Visit us at Salon Mosaic, share our optimistic outlookand allow us to help you make some positive changes in yourlife…starting with your hair.
Call us at (757) 427-0200 and make your appointment today! Salon Mosaic is located in the Virginia Beach Courthousearea at 2488 North Landing Road, Ste 107. Visit us onFacebook and the web at www.2mosaic.com are "Differentby Design."
Happy 2012 from theHappy 2012 from theSalon Mosaic familySalon Mosaic family
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West Neck Educators ClubThe West Neck Educators Club held an ExecutiveBoard meeting on December5th at the Village Hallto finish end-of-the-year business. The group finalized criteria for the club's scholarship and by-laws. The first meeting in the new year will beon Tuesday, January 10th at 7:00 p.m. in theMeeting Room of the Village Hall. Members areencouraged to attend this organizational meeting.
A dinner meeting at Mannino's has been planned forNational Educators Day on Tuesday, January 31.Betty Lake will be electronically forwardingMannino's menu. All members and guests are welcome to attend. If you have questions, please feelfree to call Betty (301-7048) or Francie (689-8915)for more information.
Many residents enjoyed listening to several musicalperformances by Kellam High School choral students and string ensembles over the holidays.They performed at the Holiday Tea and various
village events. KHS's participation at West Neckevents is representative of the partnership that hasbeen formed between our community and the school.
The WNEC is planning to produce a video production of our community. If you have picturesfrom past events, the club would love to use them.Please send any photos to Francie Rayburn ([email protected]).
One of the club's primary goals is to offer scholar-ships to high school students. Please consider joining us this month in our annual membershipdrive. Dues are $20 and are only used for scholarships. Donations from residents that willhelp us reach our goal of $5,000 are also greatlyappreciated. Checks can be made to West NeckEducators Club and sent to 2705 Steinbeck Court.If you have further questions, please call FrancieRayburn at 757.689-8915.
January 8: Rep. Gabrielle Giffords Among 17 Shot in Assassination Attempt, Six Killed: ArizonaRepresentative Gabrielle Giffords is shot in an assassination attempt in Arizona. She is among at least 17 shotby a gunman who opened fire on the congresswoman's constituent meeting outside a local grocery store.
2011 was an amazing year for “People-Power.” Dictators were overthrown, governments wrights. The world changed in so many ways that it was hard to keep up with
January 28: Egyptian President Asks Army to Intervene After Days of Violent Protest After days of violentprotest in Cairo, Egypt, President Hosni Mubarak calls the army into the streets to stop the demonstrators,protesting over government corruption, the economy, and lack of personal freedom. Those involved called theevent a "day of wrath"; the protests have stretched on for four days.
February 24: Libya on Brink of Civil War: Civilians and defected soldiers seeking the removal of Col.Muammar al-Qaddafi hold off his forces in cities close to Tripoli, Libya's capital. Unlike the Facebook-enabledyouth rebellions in neighboring Egypt and Tunisia, the insurrection in Libya is being led by people who havebeen actively opposing the regime for some time.
March 2: President Obama Signs Two-Week Budget Extension: Congress approves a two-week extension thatkeeps federal agencies open through March 18 while work continues to reach a budget agreement. PresidentObama signs the extension and calls for high-level negotiations to bridge budgetary differences betweenCongressional Democrats and Republicans.
April 27: Series of Tornadoes Devastate Southern States: In one of the worst U.S. tornado seasons, 137 reported tornadoes sweep through the south, killing nearly 300 people in six states. Most of the fatalities occurin Alabama.
April 29: Three Billion Watch Prince William Marry Kate Middleton: A million people line the streets, half amillion gather in front of Buckingham Palace, and two billion tune in via television or computer to see KateMiddleton marry Prince William. Middleton receives rave reviews for wearing a modern, but restrained wed-ding dress designed by Sarah Burton, the creative director for the late Alexander McQueen.
May 1: Osama bin Laden Is Killed in Pakistan: U.S. troops and CIA operatives shoot and kill Osama binLaden in Abbottabad, Pakistan, a city of 500,000 people that houses a military base and a military academy.Following a firefight, the troops descend upon the compound and shoot Osama bin Laden after he reportedlyrefuses to surrender. Eighty people are killed and 120 are wounded in the first retaliation for the killing.
May 7: Last Minute Jockey Wins Kentucky Derby: Two days after his horse, Uncle Mo, is scratched from therace, jockey John Velazquez wins the Kentucky Derby riding Animal Kingdom. Velazquez agrees to substitutefor Animal Kingdom's regular rider, Robby Albarado, who broke his nose four days before the race.
June 3: Killing of a 13-year-old Boy Fuels Protests in Syria: Syrians pour into the streets, creating some of thelargest antigovernment protests in the face of a brutal government crackdown that has killed more than 1,000people. The protests are fueled by anger over the torture and killing of Hamza al-Khateeb, a 13-year-old boy.Marches are dedicated to him and other children who have been killed during the uprising.
June 16: Bruins Beat Canucks for Stanley Cup: The Boston Bruins beat the Vancouver Canucks 4–0 in a decisive Game 7 of the Stanley Cup finals. With the victory, the Bruins become NHL champions for the firsttime since 1972. Bruins goalie Tim Thomas wins the Conn Smythe most valuable player award for his brilliantplay in the postseason.
July 5: Casey Anthony Found Not Guilty of Murder: After almost six weeks of testimony, a jury of five menand seven women finds Casey Anthony not guilty of killing her daughter, Caylee Marie who was last seen withher mother on June 16, 2008. The verdict ends a case that has captivated the nation for three years. Many avid watchers of the case are shocked and angered by the verdict.
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July 11: Scandal Brings End to The News of the World: The News of the World, a British newspaper owned byRupert Murdoch, closes after several allegations that the paper's journalists hacked into voicemail accountsbelonging to not only a 13-year-old murder victim, but also the relatives of soldiers killed in Iraq andAfghanistan. Prime Minister David Cameron orders two separate investigations.
August 5: Standard & Poor's Lowers the U.S. Credit Rating: For the first time in history, the U.S. has its credit rating lowered. Credit agency Standard & Poor's lowered the nation's credit rating from the top grade ofAAA to AA+, removing the U.S. from its list of risk-free borrowers. The agency confirms the lack of confidencein the US in managing its money.
August 6: American Forces Experience Deadliest Day in Afghan War: Thirty U.S. armed servicemen, including22 members of the Navy SEALs, are killed in Afghanistan when insurgents shoot down their Chinook helicopter. The casualties make the day the deadliest for U.S. forces in the decade-long war. Most of the 22Navy SEALS killed are members of SEAL Team Six, responsible for finding and killing Osama bin Laden.
September 11: Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg announced New York City's plans to commemorate the tenthanniversary of the September 11th attack. The ceremony will take place near the World Trade Center site onthe morning of Sunday, September 11, 2011. President Barack Obama and President George W. Bush will bothparticipate in the memorial ceremony at Ground Zero. They will each read a poem or quote but no speeches.
September 25: Saudi Arabia Grants Women the Right to Vote: King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia grants womenthe right to vote and run for office in future elections. The new ruling will not go into effect until the next election cycle in 2015. Still, this is a big victory for women in a country where they are not allowed to drive andmust have a male chaperone with them in public at all times.
October 5: Steve Jobs, Co-Founder of Apple, Dies: After an eight year battle with pancreatic cancer, SteveJobs dies at the age of 56. Jobs is the co-founder of Apple and is considered a visionary for his influence on theway we listen to music, watch movies, and use mobile communications in the digital age.
October 17: Month-long Occupy Wall Street Movement Continues to Grow: Occupy Wall Street, which began amonth ago as an organized protest in New York's financial district, has grown to other cities across the U.S.,including Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. Occupy Wall Street defines itself as a group ofactivists who stand against corporate greed, social inequality, and the disproportion between the rich and poor.
October 20: Qaddafi Is Captured and Killed: Libya's interim government announces that Col. Muammar el-Qaddafi has been killed by rebel troops in Surt, his hometown. Initial reports are unclear on the cause ofdeath. (Oct. 23): Libya officially declares its liberation for Qaddafi and begins the process of electing a govern-ment and creating a constitution.
November 21: Supercommittee Fails to Agree on Deficit Reduction Plan: The Congressional committee incharge of finding $1.2 trillion in deficit reductions failed to agree on what programs to cut after more than 10weeks of meeting. Automatic cuts to military and domestic programs will go into effect in 2013.
December 3: Herman Cain Pulls Out of Presidential Race: Herman Cain suspends his campaign for the U.S.presidency. Cain announces his decision after a new Des Moines Register poll showed a sharp drop of supportfor him and after a fifth woman, Ginger White, came forward with accusations of sexual mismisconduct.
December 14: International pressure mounts amid Syrian bloodshed. Five civilians were killed in the suburbsof Hama when their vehicle was targeted by military forces. In retaliation, at least eight troops were killedwhen army defectors ambushed four military vehicles. In the city of Daraa, a civilian was killed and threedefectors were wounded in clashes with security forces in the village of al-Lajat.
were toppled, “walls” came tumbling down and changes were made in support of human everything. Below is our take on those changes that impacted on our lives.
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By David Cando - Owner
2488 North LandingRoad
Suite 107Virginia Beach, VA
23456www.2mosaic.com
427-0200
Happy New Year to all the Village News Magazinereaders! We hope it will be a good one for you andyour family.
The new year brings many new problems to computers! Microsoft likes to test the authenticationof your computer's software to make sure you didn't"borrow" a version from your friend. If you havereceived this test program, it's a good idea to placeyour current version's disc into your CD drive andlet them authenticate your version. Why? Because ifyou don't, soon you may receive a message that yourcomputer will not operate Microsoft programs without an authentic license!
If you need to install new "licensed" Microsoft software, it may be purchased online or at any number of computer stores; or if you prefer, we willbe happy to order the software for you. Once itarrives, it will need to be installed. Note: Prior to
installing the licensed version, you will need toremove any remaining programs associated withyour prior uploads. While you're at it, it is a greattime to check to make sure all your anti-virus programs are up-to-date and to run a generalcleanup of your system, including blowing out theinside for dust collected during the summer. (Dustcauses your fan to work harder and eventually burnout, causing a system failure.)
It's best to let a professional handle this once-a-yearupdate. Many Village News readers have used uswith great satisfaction this past year. Please call myoffice to arrange for a meeting in order to discussyour computer's current situation. We always offerVillage News readers a discount!
Remember... David Can-Do! 497-1620
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aTaste
Ingredients
bon appétit
1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 1/2 tablespoons dry mustardpowder1 teaspoon thyme1 teaspoon sea salt1 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon fresh-ground blackpepper1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 (5 pound) prime rib roast
2 tablespoons Worcestershiresauce2 onions, chopped2 carrots, chopped2 stalks celery, chopped4 cloves garlic, peeled2 bay leaves1 tablespoon soy sauce1 cup red wine1/2 cup beef broth
of GourmetRubbed Prime Rib with Chili and Mustard
DIRECTIONS:1.Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.Mix the flour, dry mustard, thyme, sea salt, chili powder, black pepper, granulatedgarlic, and onion powder in a bowl; rub the mixture over the prime rib roast evenly.Place the seasoned roast in a roasting pan; drizzle the Worcestershire sauce over theroast.
3.Scatter the chopped onions, chopped carrots, chopped celery, garlic cloves, and bayleaves around the roast. Stream the soy sauce, red wine, and beef broth evenly over thevegetable mixture.
4.Roast in the preheated oven to your desired degree of doneness, or an internal temperature of 145 degrees F (65 degrees C) for medium, about 2 hours and 45 minutes. Remove from the oven, cover with a doubled sheet of aluminum foil, andallow to rest in a warm area 10 to 15 minutes before slicing.
Remember to serve with Legumes including black-eyed peas, which are also symbolicof money. Their small, seedlike appearance resembles coins that swell when cooked sothey are consumed with financial rewards in mind. Also Cooked Greens, includingcabbage, collards, kale, and chard, are consumed at New Year's in different countriesfor a simple reason — their green leaves look like folded money, and are thus symbolicof economic fortune.
In every case we wish you a happy new year and bon appetit!
January is “Proactive”“Proactive” Month
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“I see sand, trees, andwater. Either you’re goingon a beautiful vacation, or
you’re a lousy golfer!”
All of us at American Mechanical wish you andyours a very happy New Year!
As the title indicates, January is "Proactive Month;"and since it's the first month of the year, it's a goodtime to check on everything important to your well-being.
It's a great time to get a check-up from your medicaldoctor and also, to get your oil changed and yourtires inspected. January is a good time to make surethe batteries in your smoke detector and carbonmonoxide censor are fresh. January is a good timeto check your credit rating with the 3 national credit companies to make sure that December didn'thave additional charges that were not yours! AndJanuary is a great time to have your heating andair-conditioning system checked for optimum performance.
This isn't new information. We've been telling youthis every January for many years. If your heating
unit is performing at less-than-perfect levels, several things may be affected. For example, yoursystem might be dirty: it may be working harder tomaintain the temperature at which you have it set,thus the longer it runs, the higher the cost to you asa homeowner.
We want to ensure that this year, everything will berunning at peak performance. Please call our officeto arrange an appointment. This is the kind ofmaintenance that can and will save you money inthe long run. Please see our contact information,below.
Again, happy New Year from all of us. Let's make2012 the best year ever!
Call American Mechanical at 428-0651. Please seetheir ad on the inside cover of this magazine.
Remains FREERemains FREEDear Readers,At times over the last 8 years, when reviews of thebudget in West Neck circulated or questions aroseabout spending, residents began e-Mail conversations, arguing for or against certain lineitems. One area that continues to come up is the costof Village News Magazine.
Let me again assure you that NO FUNDS are ever provided by the Board of Directors to my Company,Insite Publishing, for the production of Village NewsMagazine. NONE, ever! It has always been ourintent to provide this publication to you AT NOCHARGE! Why? Because it allowed us the opportunity of being independent and without influence from any and all concerns. We have triednot to take sides on various issues but report themwith an open mind, leaving conclusions to you, ourreaders.
We are proud to be able to bring to you Village NewsMagazine every month and without any cost to you.It is paid for by our Advertisers; and without them,there would be no publication. Please support them,whenever possible. They make it possible for you tohave this publication at no charge every month.
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Info From IVY Send me an email with your questions:[email protected]
Community Calendar JanuaryCommunity Calendar JanuaryI’m Gian Carlo, the Community Reporter for Village News Magazine. Do you have anevent to publicize? Send it to me by email no later than the 10th of the month. I lookforward to reporting your event soon.
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Hampton Roads International Auto Show: 1/6-1/8 The Virginia Beach Convention Center. Opens 10AM-10PM. Adults and Children over 12 $9, Children (12 and Under) Free, Senior Citizens (65 and Over) $6Military (With ID) $6. Information: 757-385-2000.
Virginia Bech Restaurant Week: 1/15-1/22. Many Restaurants in our area are offering special diningentrees and pricing. Check your favorite haunt to see what they have to offer.
Martin Short: 1/19. Appearing at the Sandler Center in Town Center for one night, legendary comedian,actor, writer, singer and producer, whose comedic career stretches over 4 decades will perform. For ticketinformation call 757-385-2787.
Clifford the Big Red Dog: 1/25. Sandler Center in Town Center. It only takes a little to BE BIG!™ Inconjunction with the beloved BIG dog’s 50th anniversary in 2012, celebrate the timeless values of Clifford’sBIG Ideas - Share, Play Fair, Have Respect, Work Together, Be Responsible, Be Truthful, Be Kind, BelieveIn Yourself, Be A Good Friend and Help Others. Ticket information: 757-385-2787.
Winter Wildlife Festival: 1/27-1/29. Save the date! Our 2012 Winter Wildlife Festival will be heldJanuary 27-29 at Princess Anne Recreation Center. For more information contact: 757-385-4661.
Gian CarloCommunity Reporter
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Godspeed, IrisMy sister, Iris passed away on December 7th after abrief illness. Iris was just 4 days shy of her 10thbirthday. She was a fox red, AKC registeredLabrador Retriever and a very much loved memberof our family. I know this is sounding like an obituary and it kind of is, but losing a pet can bevery difficult for the owners and also for anotherpet, who may be left behind. Like me.
Iris was my sister, and litter-mate. We came from alitter of 10 puppies. We were born in Georgia to Lilyand Red. I take after Lily, a calm, laid back Lab,while Iris was more like Red, a goofy, very hyperactive Lab. I was always well behaved andmild mannered. Iris well……not so much. Iris was agoofball. We loved going for rides, so we traveled alot. She always took up most of the seat. Labs lovethe water, but Iris never really got the hang of theswimming thing; always dog paddling while I wasmore like Olympic swimmer Dara Torres. And, if Idid not get on the sofa first, I was relegated to thefloor. Iris was a couch potato and sofa hog. She alsodid not share well, but I guess that is common withsiblings. When Iris got sick, she went to a pet
hospital. She never cameback. I did not know whathappened except Mom andDad were so very sad.And, when they are sad,that makes me sad. So, Islept a lot. I wasn't allthat hungry either. I still went for walks in theneighborhood, but it wasn't the same. They eventually took me to the beach though and thathelped, A LOT! And then to the Virginia BeachSportsplex off leash…YIPPEE! And we stopped for adrink at Margie & Rays on a warm afternoon (dogsare allowed on the front deck) and I got loads ofattention from all the folks there.
We are still working through the loss of Iris. But,lucky for me I have owners who really care aboutme. And, they love dogs. I am certain that sometimesoon I will have another sister or brother in thehouse, rescued from somewhere. I sure do miss her,though.
Rest in peace, Iris.
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Women’s Holiday Tea & CharityWomen’s Holiday Tea & CharityBy Gail HainseyThe Holiday Tea & Charity held inDecember was a tremendous success.The Village Hall ballroom was beautiful with 100 poinsettias on loanfrom Home Depot.
The ladies of our villages did a spectacular job at decorating the tables. Mrs. BeckyThomas of Rosecrest won the $25 gift certificate,donated by the Signature Grille and awarded for thebest-dressed table. Mr. Fred Stemple was ourMaster of Ceremonies. Mr. Michael Greenwoodimpersonated Louis Armstrong and sang, "What aWonderful World." The Kellam High School stringquartet, under the direction of Mr. Reed Matthews,did a magnificent job playing classical and holidaymusic for us. Santa Claus (alias Jim Brown) gaveout some coal to the bad girls and Hershey kisses tothe good girls!
Christopher and Banks sponsored a show of casualand holiday clothing, and Hugh Vaughn ofLowenthal Furs and Outerwear Boutique sponsoredthe exquisite mink furs in a joint-venture fashionshow.
Our servers sold raffle tickets and collected, $452. Fred Stemple gave avery heartwarming speech; and at thevery end, these women -- our neighborsand our friends -- came through withanother $349 in checks, for a total of$801. With the gross ticket sales for
the event at $1,560, after the bills are paid and withthe picture sales, we should be handing over about$2,000 to our chosen charity this year, The NavySeal Foundation.
In all, the cooperation and support from our groupand our community for this worthy charity washeart warming. We look forward to another success-ful outing next year.
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NEW NEW YEAR... NEW YEAR... NEW YOU!YOU!By Eddie Sanchez - Owner, Fitness Together Courthouse
If you once again resolved to finally shed thoselast few unwanted pounds this past new year'seve, attaining your goal might be easier thanyou imagined. Rather than struggling to stickto an impossibly difficult weigh managementplan, use the following tips to help you get thebody you've always wanted.
Know you're making the right choice. If you don't truly feel comfortable with yourchoice to get healthy, you'll never be able tostay motivated enough to keep going.
Celebrate small goals, Instead of pushingyourself for weeks on end toward your ultimategoal. Take time to congratulate yourself forreaching the incremental objectives that lead toyour true objective.
If you've been good all week, reward yourselfwith a sensible indulgence. Not only will the
treat help sate those junky cravings, butresearch shows that those who allow occasionalslips are more likely to stick to their originalplan.
Know your needs. If the workout routineyou've selected isn't holding your interest, consult the personal trainers at your FitnessTogether to help you tailor a more ideal work-out. Look for exercises and classes that get youexcited and keep you coming back.
By taking small steps, you'll be much more prepared to see your new year's resolutionthrough to the end.
For more information on making your goalscome true, contact Eddie Sanchez at FitnessTogether: 430-1682. Also see their ad in thispublication.
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A favorite drink of many, Bloody Mary’sorigin is unclear. Some claim it wasinvented in 1921 at Harry’s New York Bar, a fre-quent Paris hangout for Ernest Hemingway and other Americanexpatriates. Another tradition maintains that actor GeorgeJessel created the drink around 1939. In 1939, Lucius Beebeprinted in his gossip column "This New York" one of the earli-est U.S. references to this drink, along with the original recipe:"George Jessel’s newest pick-me-up which is receiving atten-tion from the town’s paragraphers is called a Bloody Mary: halftomato juice, half vodka."
DirectionsFill tall glass with ice. Add the dry ingredients on top of cubes. Addliquid ingredients except Vodka and V-8. Add the Vodka (about 1/3 theway up the glass). Add the V-8 to fill to the top. Using the back end ofa spoon, stir all contents together. Add a stick of celery to stir andmunch on. Add lemon slice, green olives or carrot as you wish. You may also wish to salt the rim before you begin.
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Fighting arthritis? Exercise tips for all ability levelsOne in five American adults has arthritis, according tothe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).Yet only 16 percent of those with arthritis are confidentthey can manage their pain, according to research bythe Ad Council.
Regular exercise helps reduce the risk of developingother health problems, and helps manage the disease.No matter your ability level, you can engage in meaningful, beneficial activity to help fight arthritispain and symptoms.
The Arthritis Foundation offers some physical activitytips for people of all mobility levels:
If you’ve been sedentary, starting out gently is essential. Talk to your doctor about what types of activities will be appropriate for your mobility level. Heor she may advise you to begin with simple, low-impactexercises, such as walking or water aerobics.
The Arthritis Foundation recommends at least two
hours and 30 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobicactivity, or one hourand 15 minutes ofvigorous aerobic activity every week. You should do atleast 10 minutes at a time and spread your activitythroughout the week. Those with moderate levels ofmobility should be able to achieve this goal, providedthey choose activities appropriate for their overallhealth and fitness level.
Incorporating a mix of different activities will notonly keep you moving, but can enhance your enjoymentof your exercise time. Consider including in your routine exercise like jogging, swimming or cross-countryskiing and higher-impact sports such as basketball, tennis or volleyball.
You can learn more about osteoarthritis atwww.FightArthritisPain.org.
Estate planning? Make the most of your money Estate planning is an important component of youroverall financial plan, regardless of your age,income or size of your estate. If you own propertyand have heirs, you need to think about estateplanning. To do the job well, you’ll need the help ofa team of professional accredited estate plannerssuch as a certified public accountant and a lawyer.
Professional fees can add up if you don’t managetime well, so it’s important to prepare for everymeeting with your estate planning team members.The National Association of Estate Planners &Councils (NAEPC) offers some advice on how tohave productive working relationships with yourplanners:
⌧ Before meeting with a professional, gather allyour personal and financial information.
⌧ Write out your own personal goals, concernsand ideas.
⌧ Seek out the right professionals. You’ll find any number of people who profess to be estate planners, but NAEPC designees complete rigorouseducational requirements for estate planning andadhere to a strict code of ethics.
To find an accredited estate planner, visit the association’s website, www.estateplanninganswers.org.
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