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My father, Rodney Urdahl, was born in 1922 and grew up in Northwood, lowa. His parents had immigrated from Norway; Rodney’s dad was a farmer; his mother, a homemaker. Back then, Northwood was a haven for Scandinavian immigrants seeking a better, more prosperous life. Dad often said, “we were never...
Dear Savvy Senior,
I’m planning to enroll in original Medicare in a few months and have been told I probably need to get a Medicare supplemental policy too. Can you offer any tips on selecting one?
Almost 65
Dear Almost,
If you’re enrolling in original Medicare, getting a supplemental policy (...
Our local public library has a nice selection of used books for sale. Some have been pulled from their stacks; some have been donated by patrons. I like to browse there and always find something to take home. Cooking Up The Good Life: Creative Recipes for the Family Table was published in 2011 by...
Dear Savvy Senior,
What kinds of clothing options are available to mobility challenged seniors who have a difficult time dressing?
Looking for Mom
Dear Looking,
The chore of dressing and undressing in traditional clothing can be difficult, time-consuming and even painful for millions of people...
Dear Editor
My husband and I just returned from a week long boat cruise on the Rhine River, preceded by three days in Amsterdam and capped off by three days in Berlin. Eighteen days with no television, newspapers, and very little Social Media. It was heaven to escape the madness of the American...
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting
My new hearing aid is working great.
What kind is it?
It’s 2:30.
Driving by Bruce’s drive
I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Whenever I pass his drive, thoughts occur to me. I was brought out of my sleep by the sound of birds bragging about being...
Dear Editor,
Even with everything happening in the world, there is one all-encompassing issue. It is the issue of LIFE. Jane Bloomingdale is one of three House Republicans who voted against the Protect Life Amendment. In 2020 she voted No on the amendment and forced the amendment to die. She...
At my age, every moment is a senior moment and I'm so glad to be able to enjoy them. I have good friends, a small but loving family, some great hobbies and a fine town to live in. What more could I want...well, perhaps a size 10 body! All in all, life is good and I try to thank God each day for...
I have always loved meatloaf! My mother made it often, with several different recipes and we never tired of eating it. With lots of gravy, mashed potatoes and a veggie (usually corn) it’s the perfect comfort food meal. I still make it and when I’m short on time I make patties out of the meatloaf...
It has been about a month since my last newsletter; we have not met for a month. We ended the 89th General Assembly this week. Budgets were negotiated, passed, and several House priorities were not included as the Senate reduced the proposed House budgets by $68 million. I am sure there were...