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From the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Three years after the Civil War ended, on May 5, 1868, the head of an organization of Union veterans — the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) — established Decoration Day as a time for the nation to decorate the graves of the war dead with flowers. Maj....
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting I had to see a veterinarian about my nose. Why a veterinarian? Nose hares. Driving by Bruce’s drive I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Deep thoughts occur as I drive past his drive. I went to town and back, 4 miles each way, without my phone. That’s 8...
Dear Savvy Senior, Does Medicare cover physical therapy, and if so, how much coverage do they provide? My 66-year-old husband was recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and will need ongoing physical therapy to help keep him moving. Worried Wife Dear Worried, Yes, Medicare does indeed pay...
I’m doing a deep dive into the treasure trove of Pillsbury Classic Cookbooks® that I mentioned a few weeks ago.  I found a boxed set of 11 of them at a thrift store.  All different; all tested and all delicious I’m sure. “Casseroles and Easy Skillet Meals” (1999; Pillsbury Publications,...
While Memorial Day is just over a week away, another recognittion takes places this Saturday. While Memorial Day honors those that have served and are no longer with us, Armed Forces Day recognizes all those that are currently serving and have served, whether in wartime or otherwise. Below is...
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting I always get my pizza delivered.   Why? Who wants liver on a pizza? Driving by Bruce’s drive I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Deep thoughts occur as I drive past his drive. I put on my understandings (shoes), a comfortable pair to wear while driving...
Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend some good toenail clipping solutions for seniors? My toenails have gotten increasingly thick since I’ve gotten older and have become very difficult for me to reach down and cut. Almost 80 Dear Almost, Trimming your toenails is a task that most people don’t...
This week was our first and only week of overtime for the first session of our 90th General Assembly.  The House had very little activity last week as much of the time was spent finding compromises on budgets.  This week we voted on nearly 50 bills, including policy, final budget agreements, and "...
I’m doing a deep dive into the treasure trove of Pillsbury Classic Cookbooks® that I mentioned a few weeks ago.  I found a boxed set of 11 of them at a thrift store.  All different; all tested and all delicious I’m sure. “Casseroles and Easy Skillet Meals” (1999; Pillsbury Publications, Minneapolis...
Editor’s Note: Here is some informationd for the people in my life. You know who you are. Learn the meanings behind popular Mother’s Day flowers Mother’s Day is a time to express love and appreciation for mothers, sentiments that are often expressed with gifts. Flowers are a popular present to...

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