September 2017 Vol. 5, Number 6 Gazette Dedicated to John Knox Village Inform, Inspire, Involve A Life Plan Continuing Care Retirement Community Published Monthly by John Knox Village, 651 S.W. Sixth Street, Pompano Beach, Florida 33060

In This Month’s Issue Honoring America’s Spirit Chef Mark’s Recipe That Can’t Be Beet ...... 3 The Artistic Genius Of Norman Perceval Rockwell he ex- Nona Smith Gazette Contributor Ttraordi- nary oeuvre of deserves a second look, as his work reflects many of the concerns we have today: The threat of war, tough economic times, cul- tural, social and racial divides, and reveals the true genius of one of the most extraordinary American artists of his time. Looking at Rockwell’s Rockwell Memories ...... 3 extensive collection of drawings, paintings and sketches shows his Visit Us In September .... 5 compositional brilliance, his acuity as a story teller and his celebrated Crossword Puzzle ...... 5 ability to bring people to life through paint, paper and canvas. Autumn Sales Event ...... 6 The Early Years South Florida Events, Born Norman Percevel Rockwell Shows & Arts ...... 8 in New York City in 1894, Rock- well had an innate artistic talent. Golden Anniversary ..... 8 By the age of 14, all he wanted The Psychiatrist Is In ..... 9 was to be an artist. At 16, his focus was so intent on his art, that he dropped out of high school and enrolled at the National Academy of Design. He later transferred to the prestigious Art Students League of New York where he studied with Thomas Fogarty for illustra- “Triple Self-Portrait,” by Norman Rockwell, 1960. Cover illustration for tion and George Bridgman for The Saturday Evening Post, February 13, 1960 from the permanent anatomy. Fogarty’s instruction also collection of . helped Rockwell gain his first com- mercial commissions. Upon graduating, Rockwell An Americana Success Story began a life-long association with Boys’ Life, the The ‘30s and ‘40s proved to be the most fruitful national magazine of the Scouts of America (BSA). period for Rockwell’s art with richly narrative works By 1916, newly married to his first wife, Irene such as “,” “Going and Coming,” O’Connor, Rockwell painted his first cover forThe “Shiffleton’s Barbershop,” and “Christmas Home- Pawsome Friends ...... 9 Saturday Evening Post, “Boy with Baby Carriage,” coming.” Now divorced, he married Mary Barstow, Living Well With Carmel .. 10 which was the start of a 47-year relationship with a school teacher in 1930. The couple had three sons the popular American magazine. See “Rockwell” On Page 2 Savvy Senior ...... 10 Amazon Echo Show In Review ...... 11 The Country’s Gilded Age The Wellness Benefits Of Elegant And Opulent Mansions Of South Florida Volunteering ...... 12 Check Out This Featured Apartment Home ...... 12 PAID NONPROFIT FT. LAUD, FL FT. U.S. POSTAGE PERMIT NO. 48 PERMIT ORGANIZATION

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n the span of a few generations, from the end of the Civil War to 1925, was Nona Smith a period of unparalleled growth and prosperity for America. Called “The Gazette Contributor I Gilded Age,” a name taken from the title of Mark Twain’s satirical book. This fascinating time in history was one of burgeoning growth and immense wealth gained by the “captains” of industry, commerce and technology. The railroads brought people into undiscovered territories. Communications, electricity, steelworks, motorcars and the insatiable thirst for oil helped amass huge fortunes in only a few bank accounts. While this wealth was unequally distribut- ed among the population, it did produce extraordinary architecture, the arts and design, and innovation. 651 S.W. Sixth Street 651 S.W. The newly wealthy found context and meaning for their good fortune by thinking of themselves as Pompano Beach, FL 33060 Pompano Beach, FL heirs of great European traditions and looked to the European and Venetian Renaissance periods for

John Knox Village of Florida, Inc. Village John Knox inspiration in their living environments. The blending of these old traditions and America’s technologi- cal growth found the outward expression in their homes. See “Gilded Age” On Page 4 Page 2 The John Knox Village Gazette September 2017 Chronicling The American Spirit Through His Art From “Rockwell” On Page 1 Rockwell ended his rela- in short order and moved the family to Arling- tionship with The Saturday ton, VT in 1939, an area that offered Rock- Evening Post and began well the rustic setting and colorful inhabitants working with Look maga- for his inspiration. Here, he observed and zine creating covers and appreciated everyday American scenes and paintings to illustrate the the warmth of small-town life. magazine’s stories. “Maybe as I grew up and found the world During this period, his wasn’t the perfect place I had thought it to focus changed to social be,” Rockwell said. “I unconsciously decided issues and historic occa- that if it wasn’t an ideal world, it should be, sions. and so painted only the ideal aspects of it.” His first cover for Look His well-observed and detailed work magazine was an illus- looked just like everyday America, only much tration of Ruby Bridges, nicer. Part of its appeal was how ordinary and a six-year old African- wealth-free his America was – the dogs were American schoolgirl being cute mutts, the restaurants inviting diners, escorted by four U.S. the kitchens warm and cramped, the interiors Marshals to her first day at cluttered with details and the people decid- an all-white school. Look edly normal in appearance. also commissioned Rock- well to portray Kennedy’s Rockwell’s Creative Process Peace Corps legacy show- While Rockwell’s work seems organic, as ing the President leading if it just moved from his talented brush onto Americans of all ethnici- the canvas, in fact it was carefully planned ties in service to the world. and painstakingly created. After brainstorm- He was asked to envision ing a subject, he would make rough pencil America’s first moon land- sketches, search and cast models, order the ing in a series of illustra- costumes and props, then coax the right poses tions painted in 1967 while out of the models for the camera. Once pho- the actual landing took Norman Rockwell’s “Freedom of Speech,” appeared in tography was competed, Rockwell drew a place in 1969. “The Saturday Evening Post,” February 20, 1943. fully detailed charcoal sketch, followed by a Working through two World Wars, the sands of posters, paintings, sketches and Great Depression, civil rights strug- magazine covers that showcased the essence gles and the wars in Korea and Viet- of the American spirit. Much of his art can be nam, Rockwell was cherished for his viewed at the Norman Rockwell Museum in ability to touch the hearts of people Stockbridge, MA. of all ages. He helped Americans smile during challenging times. His work shows his humor and a natural playfulness with overt messages of optimism and hope. His Americana images were much loved by the public, but at the time, were derided by “art” critics – “the Rembrandt of Punkin Crick” wrote . One Of America’s Greatest In spite of past critics, today Rockwell is well-regarded as one of America’s greatest artists and illustrators. His portrayal of life is the very embodiment of the term Americana. Rockwell was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1977. Norman Rockwell’s “Freedom of Worship,” appeared in Rockwell died in 1978 and The detailed image of three young boys and their dog “The Saturday Evening Post,” February 27, 1943. left a legacy of his art in thou- racing from a secret swimmin’ spot is typical of painted color sketch at the exact size that the Rockwell’s image of Americana. picture would be reproduced, for instance the size of a Post cover. Once approved and satis- fied, he completed the final painting. Many of the photos and sketches from this process are works of art in themselves. The Rockwell didn’t completely ignore the issues of the day. On Jan. 6, 1941, President Franklin D. Roosevelt, addressed Congress, giving the historic “Four Freedoms” speech, the President’s vision of a postwar world. The speech so inspired Rockwell that he created a series of paintings on the “Four Freedoms” theme showing the freedoms of speech, reli- gion, from want and from fear. In the series, he translated abstract concepts into four scenes of everyday American life. The Saturday Evening Post reproduced the Norman Rockwell Museum paintings and after winning public approval, The Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, MA was founded in 1969 with the they served as the centerpiece for a U.S. war help of Norman and Molly Rockwell. According to the museum’s website (www.nrm. bond drive and raised more than $130 million org), the “Museum is dedicated to the enjoyment and study of Rockwell’s work and his toward the war effort. contributions to society, popular culture, and social commentary. The Museum, which Rockwell also created a popular series of is accredited by the American Association of Museums, is the most popular year-round 11 Post covers telling the story of a typical cultural attraction in the Berkshires. World War II American soldier. He named “The Museum houses the world’s largest and most significant collection of Rockwell’s him , an unassuming young work, including 998 original paintings and drawings. Rockwell lived in Stockbridge for recruit, and showed his Army career from the last 25 years of his life. Rockwell’s Stockbridge studio, moved to the Museum site, induction through discharge. The last painting is open to the public from May through October, and features original art materials, his in the series had Gillis, now a civilian, attend- library, furnishings, and personal items. The Museum also houses the Norman Rockwell ing college on the G.I. Bill. Archives, a collection of more than 100,000 items, including working photographs, let- ters, personal calendars, fan mail, and business documents.” Look Magazine And Beyond The Museum is open daily at 10 a.m. with closing times dependent upon the day and Following Mary’s death in 1959, Rockwell season. The Museum is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. Call for married again, to Molly Punderson, a retired information at (413) 298-4100. school teacher. With Molly’s encouragement, September 2017 The John Knox Village Gazette Page 3 In Good Taste: Chef Mark’s September Recipe Can’t Be Beet

Rob Seitz Gazette Contributor

he often-maligned beet – con- Tsigned to the back of the buffet line food chain near the plastic- tasting shredded cheese and soggy croutons, is finally getting its well- deserved nutritional due, especially Roasted Beet and Lump Crab Salad: in this September match-up with • 3 red beets crab meat from John Knox Village • 1 lb. crab meat Executive Chef Mark Gullusci. Not only chock full of essential • 1 red onion everyday nutrients like B vitamins, • 8 oz. crumbled goat cheese iron, copper, magnesium, potas- • ½ cup chopped cilantro sium and manganese, there are other • ½ cup your favorite vinaigrette dressing healthy nutrients you may not be John Knox Village getting by eating anything else. • Kosher salt and black pepper to taste Executive Chef Mark Gullusci Beets are a nitrates goldmine. Ni- trates convert to nitric oxide which Method Of Preparation: relaxes and dilates blood vessels, meaning you may enjoy better circu- Wrap beets in aluminum foil and roast in 400-degree oven for lation, that could also lower your blood pressure. one hour. Cut red onions into strips. Peel and cube beets after they What will get your blood pumping is the pairing of these red beets cool. Place beets, cilantro, red onions and crab meat into a bowl. Add with crab meat in Chef Mark’s recipe. dressing and toss with half of the goat cheese, then put the other half Try this great idea for a new twist on this often ignored vegetable on top. Spoon mixture into four small glasses for you and three of beyond the usual limits of juice and borscht. your favorite family members or friends. JKV Resident’s Memories Of Norman Rockwell Pompano Beach Artist Recalls Rockwell’s Inspiration To A Young Aspiring Talent

n many ways, artist “Sometimes we would have art class in Marty Lee Curtis Iverson’s school and I always enjoyed that,” Curtis said. Gazette Contributor I upbringing is remi- “But the colored comics in the newspaper were niscent of a Norman magic.” Rockwell painting. The John Knox Village His eyes now open to the magic of art, Curtis resident was born in 1929 and grew up on an worked his way up in talent, from high school Iowa farm. As the story goes, Curtis walked the yearbooks and dance posters, to an arts degree three miles back and forth to school and re- from Central Missouri State University and a members hearing FDR’s famous “Date that will masters from Kansas City Art Institute School live in infamy” speech on the Arvin radio in the of Design, where he focused on advertising. family’s parlor. “Right after I got my masters, I thought I He recalls a Sunday morning ritual while was hot stuff and four of us (Curtis’ friends John Knox Village artist/designer Curtis Iverson. growing up outside Essex, IA. “Every Sun- from the Art Institute) went and met Joyce Hall day we would get in the family car to pick-up from Hallmark Greeting Cards in Kansas City,” He encouraged us to follow our own style. He grandma in town to go to church,” Curtis said. he said. “He hired us and we started on post- imparted his philosophy and his wisdom. He “Then on the way home we would stop at Dean cards. Mr. Hall told us, ‘I am going to teach would always say, ‘Don’t just look: See what Knox’s Texaco gas station and beg dad for a you and bring in people who know what they you are seeing.’ nickle to buy an Orange Spot soda. We would are doing. I want you guys to come up with a “I learned from Norman to seek the spirit in pick up the Sunday Omaha World Herald new look for our cards.’” people. He said, ‘Do not just capture their outer (newspaper).” One of those artists Joyce Hall brought in look, but capture what they are saying. Capture After returning home, Curtis would search was Norman Rockwell. “He came in and was that twinkle in the grandma’s eye; the essence for the newspaper’s full color “funny pages.” like the best uncle you ever had,” Curtis said. of her as a human, and why she was happy to With pencil in hand, Curtis would lay down “He was low-key, dressed in a sweater, pleasant be there.’” on the floor to trace and then draw his favorite and always had a twinkle about him. He really The illustration below by Curtis Iverson, comic characters including: Jiggs and Maggie, understood human nature. When I met him, it showcases a story as told to him by Rockwell. Tillie the Toiler, Dick Tracy, Tarzan, Li’l Abner was like I always knew him. Norman chose his models with precision. After and Mickey Mouse. The Sunday Funnies were “He gave us tidbits and stories. He did not borrowing a local feline for a modeling assign- Curtis’s first exposure to the world of art, and hold anyone’s hand, but inspired us to be as ment, Rockwell raced to return the sleeping cat what would become his passion and avocation. good as we could be at what we were doing. to its owner at the appointed time. Page 4 The John Knox Village Gazette September 2017 A Visit In Time To An Era Of Elegance and Opulence From “Gilded Age” On Page 1 Though relatively few and in diverse geographical locations, the homes have much in com- mon in their size, luxury and as a showcase for their owners’ great wealth. The Gilded Age homes included: Hearst Castle, Marble House, The Breakers, and Bilt- more to name a few. Villa Vizcaya and Whitehall are two of the finest examples in South Florida. President Donald Trump’s Mar- a-Lago should be added to the list. Built from 1924 to 1927 by cereal company heiress and socialite Marjorie Merriweather Post, it is one of the grand mansions of the Gilded Age. Mar-A-Lago is now a private club and a frequent get- away for the President, his family A view inside Vizcaya shows the ornate style that was prevalent among the Gilded Age mansions of South Florida. Photographer: Bill Sumner, courtesy of Vizcaya Museum and Gardens Archives. and staff. The homes were stately mansions yet some, like Villa Vizcaya, were ing and architectural elements such as gates Whitehall In Palm Beach true estates, designed to be self-sufficient, with and fireplaces. The designer wanted to evoke At The Flagler Museum gardens, orchards, dairy and poultry operations. different periods of history and the styles of various Italian cities in each room. As a result, Whitehall, the home of Palm Beach’s Vizcaya: Overlooking Miami’s Vizcaya’s rooms offer décor inspired by Mi- Flagler Museum, was built in 1902 for Henry Biscayne Bay lan, Palermo and Venice. Flagler, as a wedding gift for his third wife, Although the intent of Vizcaya’s design Mary Lily Kenan. Flagler made his fortune in Celebrating its Centennial this year, Viz- was to appear as a 300-year old Italianate Standard Oil with his partner John D. Rock- caya Museum and Gardens is one of the villa, the latest building techniques, like efeller, but he is best known here for building country’s most intact remaining estates from reinforced concrete, were used. Regardless the railroad that runs down the east coast of the Gilded Age. of its antique appearance, Vizcaya was a very Florida, from Jacksonville to Key West. James Deering had retired from his position comfortable modern house filled with ameni- Once Whitehall was completed, Mr. and as Vice-President of International Harvester ties and conveniences such as generators and Mrs. Flagler attracted “high society” to the and due to health problems decided to spend a water filtration system, heating and ventila- Palm Beaches for the social life at the palatial his winters in a warmer climate. He chose tion, elevators, a dumbwaiter and a central estate, the warm winters and Atlantic Ocean. Florida, as close family members had already vacuum-cleaning system. The exte- Showplace Of Wealth And Style rior design Designed by John Carrere and Thomas took full Hastings in the “Beaux-Arts” style of archi- advantage of tecture, Flagler envisioned a grand home with the Biscayne elaborate interiors suitable of his stature as Bay location a Gilded Age captain of industry and a very and combined wealthy man. The results are an exquisite Italian marble mansion with a facade of marble steps lead- with natural ing to massive white columns that frame the coral stone. bronze doors decorated with a pride of lions. Between Spread over 100,000 square-feet, the man- the house sion surrounds a large open-air central court- and the Bay, yard, modeled after palaces in Spain and Italy. the ornamen- Three stories tall with several wings, the man- tal “Stone sion has 75 rooms furnished with décor from Bridge” was varied periods and styles. used as a Each of the rooms provided a sense of breakwater, grandeur with themes ranging from the Italian a mooring Renaissance to a 5,000 square-foot grand hall for Deering’s decorated with an impressive domed ceiling A rear view of the Vizcaya estate with its ornate European inspired gardens. yacht, the painted with a mural depicting the Oracle of “Neptune,” Delphi. All the rooms are very spacious and bought property here. He purchased his and as a setting for lavish parties. The sprawl- extremely opulent with marble floors, walls original 130 acres of bayfront land from Mary ing formal gardens were designed to feel like and columns, and extensive ormolu gilding. Brickell and set about designing and building a great outdoor room but complete with a The Flagler Museum also houses a new his 70-room mansion. reflecting pool, fountains and a lavish inside/ 8,100 square-foot pavilion where Henry Deering teamed up with Paul Chalfin as outside swimming pool. Flagler’s private railcar, No. 91, is stored. his artistic advisor to help direct his overall A more recent addition to the gardens The Museum is open all year. Hours: vision. The duo traveled back and forth to is the Davis A. Klein Orchidarium, where Sunday from Noon to 5 p.m., and Tuesday Europe seeking inspiration, purchasing art, rows of brilliantly colored Vanda and rare through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The furnishings and decor for the future home. Cymbidium plants gracefully show off their Museum is closed Mondays, Thanksgiving They imported paintings, gilded panels, blooms. Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. carved mantels and fresco ceilings from Tus- Vizcaya Museum and Gardens is open daily cany and France to line the villa walls. from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. except Tuesdays, Below: Whitehall was home to railroad baron The main house rooms were designed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Henry Flagler, who built the estate as a wedding around specific pieces of furniture, panel- gift for his third wife, Mary Lily Kenan. September 2017 Inspired Lifestyle Page 5 Save The Dates And Join Us At John Knox Village In September Be Our Guest for a Lunch and Learn on Tuesday, September 12 at 10:30 a.m. in The Woodlands Life Enrichment Center You are invited to learn about John Knox Village and enjoy a delight- ful lunch. Learn about the benefitsof a life plan continuing care retirement community, then take a tour of the lush, tropical 70-acre campus and visit several newly renovated one and two-bedroom model homes. Meet Village residents who will be happy to answer all your questions. Call the Marketing Department (954) 783-4040 for reservations.

JKV’s 50th Anniversary Kick-Off: An Evening with Risa Renae Harman Saturday, September 23 at 6 p.m. in The John Knox Village Centre Auditorium John Knox Village begins its Golden Jubilee celebration with a concert by American soprano Risa Renae Harman. She has been acclaimed for her techni- cal virtuosity and communication skills as an artist. As a winner of the Ameri- can Jenny Lind Competition, she made a concert tour of Sweden and appeared with Elisabeth Söderström in a gala benefit concert honoring Jenny Lind’s birthday. Join us on Saturday, September 23 at 6 p.m with a Wine Social, followed by the Salon Concert at 7 p.m. Call John Knox Village at (954) 783-4040 to reserve your seat as our complimentary guest.

You Are Invited on Thursday, September 7 • Silver Scribers Book Class at 10 a.m. • Digital Photo Class at Noon Have you ever wanted to publish your autobiography, novel or collection of short stories but have no idea how? All you have to do is join our Silver Scribers and do the writing. We’ll take over the technical publishing of your life story. Want to learn more about your digital camera? Bring your camera with you to the photo class. Come for one class or both. Meet in the Cassels Tower Party Room at John Knox Village. Call to reserve your place for the classes: (954) 783-4040. Join Us for an Inspirational Speech by Dave Sanderson on Tuesday, September 26 at 11 a.m. at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center Mr. Sanderson heroically saved others and was the last passenger off U.S. Airways Flight #1549, “The Miracle on the Hudson” that Captain “Sully” Sullenberger successfully landed on the Hudson River. His book “Moments Matter” recounts that fateful time and he has gone on to speak internationally on creating a lifetime of purpose. This is complimentary, however call (954) 783-4040 to reserve your place. The speaking engagement will be held at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center, 50 W. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach 33060. Crossword Puzzle Of The Month ACROSS 35. Daughter of Helios DOWN 25. Teacher of Samuel 1. Federal Trade 37. Male falcon 1. Droop 26. 4th Incarnation of Commission (abbr.) 39. Alaska Hawaii Std. 2. Broad structural Vishnu 4. Fuel Time (abbr.) basin 27. Distress signal 7. Chief executive 41. Fellow 3. Greek letter 29. Cheer officer (abbr.) 42. Anglo-Saxon letter 4. Farmer 30. Danube tributary 10. King of Israel 44. Prophetess 5. Helper 33. Cousteau’s ship 11. Border 46. Fish with bait on 6. Slur 36. Curved letter 12. Spindle the surface 7. Lobster box 38. Money 14. Fence of stakes 49. Loess 8. Model 40. Giant 16. Spin 51. Font 9. Olive genus 42. Yale student 17. Turk. title 53. In the matter of 10. Environmental 43. Port. lady 18. Almost (2 words) Protection Agency 45. Cow shelter 20. Sheep’s cry 54. Art (Lat.) (abbr.) 46. Carplike fish 21. Delay 55. Academy (abbr.) 13. Guido’s note 47. Adjective-forming 22. Coarse file 56. Trouble (2 words) (suf.) 24. Sacred city of India 57. Modernist 15. Fr.-Ger. region 48. Garden plot 28. Friend of Mowgli 58. Ancient stringed 19. Mortar beater 50. Honey 31. Winglike instrument 21. Tamarack 52. Trend 32. Mythical bird 23. Filled completely 34. Lofty 24. Cistern Answers On Page 11. Page 8 The John Knox Village Gazette September 2017

From Theater, To Music And Culture: Check Out These September Events September 6 September 16 Each Friday In September Check these other calendar sources Tony Bennett Stephen Wright Friday Night Soundwaves for additional events: Au Rene Theater at The Parker Playhouse Ft. Lauderdale Beach at A1A www.pompanofun.com Broward Center 707 NE 8th Street and Las Olas Boulevard. www.artscalendar.com for the Performing Arts Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33304 Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 www.sunny.org 201 Southwest 5th Avenue (954) 462-0222 www.fridaynightsoundwaves.com www.broward.org Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312 www.parkerplayhouse.com Check the website for featured www.theamppompano.org (954) 462-0222 8 p.m. Tickets from $27.50 performers for each Friday www.fortlauderdale.gov www.browardcenter.org night in September. www.broward.org/library www.pompanobeachcra.com 8 p.m. Tickets from $50 September 23 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Free www.ccpompano.org Marcus Roberts Trio Pompano Beach Cultural Center Events listed were current at press time, however are subject to 50 W. Atlantic Blvd. change. Please contact each venue for the latest information. Pompano Beach, FL 33060 Be sure to visit the new Pompano Beach Cultural Center. (954) 839-9578 www.ccpompano.org 7:30 p.m. Tickets from $35 Answers On Page 11.

September 9 South Florida Ballet Theater: Sleeping Beauty Gala Amaturo Theater at The Broward Center for the Performing Arts 201 Southwest 5th Avenue Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312 (954) 462-0222 www.browardcenter.org 2 & 7 p.m. Tickets from $20 September 24 2 Cellos September 16 Au Rene Theater at The Clint Black Broward Center Pompano Beach Amphitheater for the Performing Arts 1801 NE 6th Street 201 Southwest 5th Avenue Pompano Beach, FL 33060 Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312 (954) 519-5500 (954) 462-0222 www.theamppompano.org www.browardcenter.org 8 p.m. Tickets from $38 7:30 p.m. Tickets from $45

50 Years Of Life-Plan Excellence September Starts John Knox Village’s Golden Anniversary Celebration

Marty Lee ohn Knox Village Gazette Contributor Jis celebrating its 50th Anniversary be- ginning this month. A year-long schedule of events is planned to celebrate this momentous anniversary. Here is a short history of JKV’s early years. In 1967, Dr. Mack R. Douglas, a Baptist minister in Margate gathered a few friends and proposed to develop a retirement home for se- nior citizens. The plan that evolved called for the construction of a group of cottages, each containing three apartments, to be leased to a senior person or couple for the balance of their lives. Originally named Baptist Village, the com- munity opened with nine residences in 1967. Shortly after, another 72 garden villas were built followed by 38 apartments in a building called East Lake. By 1972, the Village spanned 50 acres and included the East Lake apartments, 72 Lake- side Garden Villas, 92 South Garden Villas Guests and residents stroll the John Knox Village campus during the Antique and Classic Car Show. Music, and 210 apartments in Cassels Tower. food, fun and classic cars will be in vogue at The Gala Golden Jubilee “Walk in the Park” coming in March. In 1978, the community was renamed John Knox Village, and incorporated as a not-for- in attending need to call JKV Marketing at December will sparkle with the annual profit continuing care retirement community. (954) 783-4040 to make your reservations. Holiday Parade at 4 p.m. and Village Tour of Through the subsequent years, John Knox On Monday, Sept. 25 at 10 a.m., John Knox Lights beginning after the parade on Dec. 5. Village continued to grow: Adding Village Village will mark the beginning of Active Ag- If you are celebrating 50 or more years of Towers, The Health Center, Auditorium, Heri- ing Week featuring the 2017 theme: “Ignite marriage, you will want to join us on Feb. 6, tage Tower and The Woodlands. Now home Your Passion.” Initiated by the International at 2 p.m. for a Renewal of Vows ceremony in to nearly 900 residents, the community covers Council on Active Aging, the week of events the Village Centre Auditorium. Music, cake 70-acres of botanical garden-like landscaping, will culminate on Sept. 30. and a champagne toast will be offered after lakes and resident swans that have become a the ceremony. signature of Village life. Join Us In The Celebration Then in March join us for the week-long 50th Anniversary Events You’ll want to follow the monthly Gazette Spoleto-inspired ArtSage from the 12th for celebration events throughout this year through the 16th. ArtSage will culminate with The Village kicks-off the festivities with an and into 2018. As a reader you will be invited the 50th Anniversary “Walk in the Park and evening of song by soprano Risa Renae Har- to join us. Antique Car Show” on Saturday, March 17. man. The Venetial Arts Society co-sponsored Coming on Oct.18 is the Parade of Homes Call John Knox Village marketing at (954) concert will be held on Saturday, Sept. 23 in beginning at 2 p.m. 783-4040 for more information on these the John Knox Village Centre Auditorium. A JKV’s Golden Jubilee Holiday Bazaar is events, and to make advance reservations. Wine Social will begin at 6 p.m, followed by planned for Nov. 2 and 3, with lots of great Plan to join us for our Golden Anniversary the Salon Concert at 7 p.m. Guests interested holiday shopping gift ideas. Celebrations. September 2017 The John Knox Village Gazette Page 9 Our Best Friends Assist In Many Ways Dr. Roberta Gilbert’s Observations On Wellness Information That We Can Use

elcome Southeastern Guide Dr. Roberta Gilbert to “The Dogs for many Gazette Contributor W Psychiatrist Is years,” Mrs. Cauley In.” This new said. “Spirit goes Gazette column with us to many will feature public places, as an a mixture of ambassador for the interviews and Association and to information. keep his skills in I am a psychi- place.” atrist, but a bit The Cauleys different than the have been involved one(s) you may in service dog have known. work since 1986 My mentor, Dr. and their involve- Murray Bowen, ment naturally led created a whole to using service JKV resident, new way of dogs in her therapy Dr. Roberta Gilbert. thinking about work. “I thought the human, called “systems thinking.” It is Spirit might be a refreshing, because: calming influence • It does not relegate psychiatry to doling in the room; to Kathleen Cauley and her therapy dog, Spirit. out medicine, but asks the psychiatrist to help people get calm try to understand the human. enough to produce It forces me to regulate my own emotions. • Understanding the human by understand- reliable thinking leading to resolution about “Once he entertained a toddler the whole ing his/her basic context – the family. their dilemmas,” she said. session, so the mom could do the work she had • The more we understand about family “There was a learning curve for me as well as come to do. I don’t think about him at all. He relationships, the more we understand for the dog. I had to learn the rules for the ses- is in charge of himself, and I of the session.” about ourselves. sion and how to teach them to Spirit. We both Mrs. Cauley often visits patients in hospice • What we learn about family relationships had to learn how to put them into practice.” situations as a volunteer, but in those cases her applies to all relationships, even in orga- Rules Governing Therapy rules for Spirit are a little different. nizations and perhaps, the world. “There, I have learned to let Spirit be in She says her general rules during meetings charge. These people are tired and weak. I had This column will be dedicated to that com- with Spirit proceed in this way: to learn that he knew more about what was mon sense and refreshing perspective. You 1. First, he goes into the waiting room to needed than I did. Sometimes he will stay with are invited to ask me your questions. I may greet the person(s). a person five minutes. Sometimes longer. He not always have “the answer” but will hope to 2. The family or person can greet and pet seems to know which room to enter and when stimulate thinking that will be productive. him. But only once. to leave the room. Spirit engages emotionally This month, “tailing” on last month’s topic 3. He knows after that, he lies down for the with them and with staff members. Here, he of “dog days,” I interviewed a colleague, Kath- remainder of the session. is the volunteer. I am on the sidelines, watch- leen Cotter Cauley, a licensed marriage and 4. At the end of the session, I start to fold ing the interaction. He puts his paws up on the family therapist, who works as a private practi- up a diagram of their family. He knows person. Finally, he looks up at me, ready to go. tioner in Falls Church VA. She often takes her that is his signal for goodbyes. He escorts “One hospice person’s sister told me the trained service and “ambassador” dog, Spirit, them out. person had not spoken for two days. When to work with her. “My principles in forming these boundaries Spirit came in, she began to say the names of Meet Spirit, The Therapy Retriever were that people were here, primarily, not to be all her pets. The sister brought out her phone petting a dog, but to learn about regulating their for the rest of the family to hear her speak. All In her therapy practice, Mrs. Cauley meets emotions and getting to better relationships. these wonderful things take place if I stay in with couples whose marriages are under strain, “Spirit seems to understand that. After one the background and let him take the lead.” or with families who need to resolve interper- particularly intense person finally found calmed sonal conflicts. These meetings are often con- rationality, Spirit jumped up and threw his head Dr. Roberta Gilbert is a psychiatrist and tentious and stressful situations, which touch back and forth, in celebration of her victory. Distinguished Retired faculty member of the on the very essence of emotions. Kathleen “In another session, Spirit looked at me and Bowen Center for the Study of the Family, has found that working with her service dog seemed to say, ‘The usual rules don’t apply to- (formerly Georgetown University Family Center). partner, Spirit, provides a calming influence on day. I know what to do and you don’t.’ He got The John Knox Village resident is a published her patients and provides a starting point for up, walked right around me, went to the lady, author of several books on the Bowen Theory, conversation that would not be possible among put his paw around her neck, and with his head therapy and leadership, and continues to teach humans alone. on her shoulder. She became much calmer and master classes for leaders and therapists Spirit is a half-yellow and half-golden able to think clearly. nationally. Dr. Gilbert engages in writing, music, travel, friends and community activities. retriever, trained by Southeastern Guide Dogs “If he thinks I am a little too animated, he E-mail your questions for Dr. Gilbert near Tampa, FL. will lift his head up and look at me as if to say, to [email protected] “My husband Mac and I have worked with ‘Settle down, Kathleen.’ I know what it means. Pawsome Pets And The People They Love ompanionship is a wonder- Cful thing. It is an irrefutable affirmation that we all under- stand. For many singles, as well as couples, senior living means companionship of a canine or feline variety. John Knox Village is more than just pet friendly, it is pet welcoming with its own Well- ness Park, “A Place Where People And Their Pets Can Be Unleashed.” For JKV resident Joy- ous Burkart, pet friendship is her lifeblood. Her miniature poodle came into her life when “Taffee” was just 3 months Joyous Burkart and Taffee. Tom McKay and Winston. Elizabeth Cobb and Corky. old. Now 16 years of age and a trained therapy dog, Taffee is Joyous’s constant companion. Together and inspired in the effort. “Many residents worked for years to bring they spend their time on frequent trips to visit infirm children and this much needed park to our campus,” Tom said. Now that the Well- adults. “I take her all over,” Joyous said. “We go to church on Sunday. ness Park is open, Tom takes “Winston” to meet his furry friends for a I take her to nursing homes, the [John KnoxVillage] Woodlands and romp in the park almost daily. Willow Wood. Taffee puts a smile on everyone’s face.” For Elizabeth Cobb and Gil Gilman, “Corky” has been a joy. The Tom McKay knows a thing or two about the importance of pets in 10-year old cocker spaniel was adopted after her former owner passed our lives. He was one of the driving forces behind the development away. “Corky is our child,” Elizabeth said. “I just came back from a of the JKV Wellness Park. His 2-year old Shih Tzu “Winston” helped trip to Zimbabwe, Africa and Corky and Gil took care of each other.” Page 10 Wellness September 2017 JKV Is Living Well With Carmel • Healthier relationships even if the all the above makes sense, even Forgiveness Is Vital • Greater spiritual and psychological if you don’t want your anger to make you ill, well-being forgiving isn’t all that simple. So how do you For Health’s Sake • Less anxiety, stress and hostility do it? How do you forgive and move on from a • Lower blood pressure slight, a sting or a sensational fight that leaves you seething? Carmel Baronoff ou know • Fewer symptoms of depression Gazette Contributor Ythe saying, • Stronger immune system A Few Tips From The Mayo Clinic: “to err is human, • Improved heart health but to forgive is Consider the situation from the other per- • Higher self-esteem divine?” That’s son’s point of view: true because the Mark Twain once said something quite • Ask yourself why he or she would be- act of forgive- memorable and extremely wise: “Anger is an have in such a way. Perhaps you would ness is no easy acid that can do more harm to the vessel in have reacted similarly if you faced the matter. which it is stored than to anything on which it same situation. Sometimes, is poured.” If we don’t forgive, we are the ones • Reflect on times you’ve hurt others and depending on who lose out. Our bodies, or vessels, are stuck on those who’ve forgiven you. the circum- with brewing anger which can turn into bitter- stance, it takes ness. These acidic emotions can cause ulcers, • Write in a journal, pray or use guided some super heart trouble, strokes and even cancer. Basi- meditation – or talk with a person human powers cally, bitterness ages you from the inside out. you’ve found to be wise and compas- to let things go sionate, such as a spiritual leader, a before they turn Forgiveness Aids Mind And Body mental health provider, or an impartial into a grudge. And that’s just talking about the body. What loved one or friend. Let me give you about the effects of these pent-up emotions on • Be aware that forgiveness is a process some inspiration about the virtues of letting go our mental health? Sometimes grudges and and even small hurts may need to be of your anger. anger can lead to depression. Often the inabil- revisited and forgiven over again. Forgiveness is about kindness, understand- ity to forgive brings on anger and bitterness ing and compassion, but it’s also about being that will seep into every relationship and new Know that forgiving someone’s transgres- healthy. Letting go of anger and grudges, frees experience. When we don’t let go of the past, sion does not condone their action. You are us from debilitating emotions. According to we are unable to enjoy the present. just choosing to move on and not to dwell the Mayo Clinic, forgiveness can lead to: There are so many reasons to forgive, but on the incident. Remember forgiveness is something you do for yourself in order to free yourself from that memory. You are never going to change the past, but by choosing forgiveness you are changing the way you look into the future. “To forgive is to set a prisoner free and discover that prisoner was you.” – Lewis B. Smedes Live your dreams…Carmel.

An author, chef, TV personality, nutritionist, wellness coach and trainer, Carmel Baronoff is hostess of a locally produced health and fitness show titled“Living Well With Carmel.” John Knox Village is an underwriter of the show airing nationally, as well as on local PBS stations WPBT and WLRN. It is a natural extension of John Knox Village’s commitment to expanding the Seven Dimensions of Wellness for its residents. A partnership has been forged with JKV and Carmel that includes motivational columns for The Gazette.

The Art Of Living Longer: When Life Happens Say Yes To Life No Matter What Transpires

f you’ve been threatening calamities Anne Goldberg following my were hard to explain. Gazette Contributor I blogs, you know Why do bad things hap- that I recently left a pen to good people? nearly 10-year relationship, moved to a whole These events have new part of South Florida and have felt like served to reinforce what a teenager with my life a blank page laid out I’ve been stressing these before me, waiting for me to choose how the past few years. When next chapters will unfold. we are born there is only I was on a cloud...and then life happened. one thing for sure and A week after moving, my son and his family that is that we will die. (including my three-year old granddaughter) Life is a death sentence. needed shelter, so they and their dog (tempo- You can evade taxes. rarily) moved into my sweet new space. You can’t evade death. Two weeks passed and, kaboom...life hap- We don’t know our pened even bigger. A friend was diagnosed expiration date, so why with lung cancer. One week later, a beloved waste what time we have friend passed and then two days later another being angry, resentful, very dear friend, a healer, was diagnosed to self-pitying or sad? friends, love them and see the good in life. It’s be in Stage 4 colon cancer. It rocked the core My son, my friends...was this all a burden a choice that will serve you well, even when of my being. It threw me way off balance, but or a blessing? The distinction was up to me life happens. life had more in store for me and my circle. and I choose to see it all as a blessing. These Another friend is at the Mayo Clinic having events have led me to the inescapable conclu- heart valve surgery and yet another very close sion that I am committed to saying yes to life. Anne Goldberg, The Savvy Senior, has a vision friend nearly died of heart failure, but for the I am committed to forgiving and letting go and to create an army of senior volunteers bringing their wisdom and experience back to the synchronicity of her visiting her cardiologist taking time to de-stress, because I don’t know community. She helps seniors reach their goals brother. how long I have here. I am making the choice by teaching them how to use computers; to grab hold of life, putting myself on the line Bad Things Can Happen holding conferences and workshops on The Art to love and be loved and to make the most of Living Longer; learning decluttering and It was like being hit by a tidal wave, and of the time I have here with the people I care organizing techniques; producing Tell Your then another and another. Finding balance was about. As long as I am breathing, I can find Story Videos, preserving the stories and wisdom hard. By all accounts, I am a very spiritual ways to lovingly and happily live life. of your life for future generations. For more person. I believe there is more to our existence Be a Savvy Senior. Make the choice to live information call (954) 536-8008 or visit Anne at (www.SavvySeniorServices.com) than what we can see, but all of these life- feeling happy, not crappy! Seek out happy September 2017 Technology Page 11 Amazon’s New Digital Assistant: Echo Show A Helpful, Handy And EasyTo-Use Intelligent Device For Seniors nyone one of four “wake” words. The default word is can bring back the joy of reading. Echo will Maurice Scagglione acquainted “Alexa,” but the wake word can be changed to read any text to speech enabled Amazon Kindle Gazette Contributor A with the Amazon “Echo,” “Amazon” or in honor of Star Trek the book aloud. Say, “Alexa read me Robert Lud- Dot or the full- word “Computer.” It will then respond to your lum,” also say, “Alexa stop, repeat or go back.” size Echo, will questions with a female voice. Since Audible is owned by Amazon all those understand the Its artificial intelligence and can be a valuable books read by professionals are played on the phrase, “Alexa, assistant if you’re blind, visu- Echo speaker. what time is it?” ally impaired or have dexterity Suppose you have a fam- These marvel- issues. Echo Show answers ily member with dementia, ous devices of many questions such as the “Drop in” is the who is lonely in a room, and artificial intel- time of day, weather, sports easiest, simplest, you forgot to put on the TV or ligence respond scores during a game, and tells most amazing radio. They can ask the same to audio ques- you the current news and puts question multiple times and tions and can be appointments on your calendar. new feature from Alexa never gets angry and programmed to Say, “Alexa create an ap- Amazon. will always respond. control many pointment on Friday with Dr. Or, your son on his Smart- “smart” devices Jones at 2 p.m.” This will now phone can remotely start a in the home be on your iPhone calendar, Samsung Android, book to be read through the speaker in the house Maurice Scaglione. including the i.e. Gmail calendar or Microsoft calendar. even though he lives in another city. He simply lighting, air-conditioning, even the door locks. By voice you create a shopping list and a “to uses the Alexa application on his phone to start Now just imagine if the Echo could also pro- do” list. Say, “Alexa add milk to the shopping the book reading. vide video feedback to go along with the audio list.” It’s now on your screen, on your Smart- interaction. phone, on your computer or can be read to you. Show Can Learn Skills To Make Your The beauty is that you can add items all week to Home As Smart As It Can Be Amazon’s Video-Enabled Echo the list verbally. If you have a family member or Echo has over 1,400 skills, including turning Welcome to the next generation from Ama- aide, who shops for you, they can read the list on the lights, air-conditioner and other home zon: The Echo Show. Amazon has raised the from their location and on the way to the store. automation. stakes in artificial assistants by adding a 7-inch They will see the most current list. You’ll all If you’re an Amazon Prime member you can television-like product to the Alexa Echo family have a centralized shopping list. simply ask the Echo Show to play a movie on called the Echo Show $229. It is an extension of your screen from the Amazon Prime subscrip- the current $49 Echo Dot and the $179 full-size Music And Entertainment Source tion. No more looking for a remote control. Echo speaker. The most used feature is playing music. Link With the holidays just months away, the In day-to-day, non-emergency use, the Echo it to Amazon Prime, Spotify, Pandora, iHeart- Amazon Echo Show is a great gift to consider. Show also reads your books to you aloud. It will turn on your lights, answer your questions, play any music you like and can start a live video call to a family member or friend in another room, on another floor of your apartment building, or anywhere in the U.S. No training, no costly installation, just plug it in, connect to Wi-Fi and once you are set up, just speak English to control. The Echo Show features a small TV screen with a camera and micro- phone built into its shell. This allows the device to open a live video-to- video connection to someone you know who also has the Echo Show. If they don’t have the Echo Show it will do video to a Smartphone which also has a video camera. Drop In And Say Hello To call someone simply say, “Alexa drop in on mom,” or “Alexa call Joyce.” If mom and Joyce also have the Echo Show then you have an instant two-way video call. If they have a plain Echo, it’s a voice intercom, so you can say goodbye to long-distance phone costs. There Say hello to the Amazon Echo Show. The newest addition to the popular Echo line now provides visual applications. Check your “to do” list, or instantly connect via a video call to any other Show (owner) listed on your phone contact list. are no additional monthly fees! The entire Echo line now has the amazingly Radio, TuneIn or Sirius XM. Just say, “Alexa simple to use intercom feature. If you’re in the play Frank Sinatra’s New York, New York” or Maurice Scaglione is a 20-year veteran of kitchen say, “Alexa drop in on upstairs,” no simply say “Alexa play music.” You can sing the computer industry. He runs Stupid more yelling. Just speak in a normal tone and along, Echo Show displays the words to most Computers, LLC (954-302-3011) offering say “Dinner is ready, come down.” The people songs, so your grandkids can play karaoke at personal computer training in home or office. upstairs hear your voice through an intercom. home without special equipment. He solves problems and instructs on the They don’t have to press any buttons they sim- use of computers, Smartphones and tablets ply respond, “Ok, be right down.” Watch Internet Videos On YouTube such as iPhone, Android, iPad, etc. You are welcome to send your questions to him at It will play mind games to keep you sharp “Drop in” is the easiest, simplest, most amaz- [email protected] and he will ing new feature from Amazon that has finally and play YouTube videos for the kids. attempt to include answers in future articles. solved the problem of “hard to use” computers. If your vision has diminished, Echo Show Want to communicate across the miles to someone in another city or state? No more look- ing for a phone or going to a computer to Skype Answers To Crossword Puzzle From Page 5 And or Facetime. Just say “Alexa drop in on daugh- ter,” and if she is around to answer, her voice Sudoku From Page 8. comes through your speaker. If you both have the Echo Show, the TV screen lights up and you can instantly see each other live. No buttons to push. Start talking when you hear the ring. Like the Amazon Dot or Echo, The Echo Show is always at the ready to answer a ques- tion. It’s always on with eight microphones to hear your query clear across the room. No shouting necessary. The Echo Show surpasses the original Echo in having the loudest and clearest speaker for listening to music that fills a room. If that’s not loud enough, connect it to an external Bluetooth speaker. Echo Show only responds when it hears Page 12 The John Knox Village Gazette September 2017 Involvement, Volunteering Increase Your Wellness Fruits Of Our Labor Event Showcases Opportunities To Share Talents And Interests s we say mises overall Verna Chisman good-bye to wellness. As JKV Wellness Director A summer and segue profession- into September, als working we look forward to with older recognizing Labor adults, we Day and the many understand endeavors of our the chal- John Knox Village lenges and volunteers. opportunities We are plan- provided by ning our tradi- retirement. tional volunteer As a vol- informational and unteer, you’ll recruitment event, contribute “Fruits of our La- your unique Verna Chisman bor,” on Thursday, gifts, skills Sept. 7. and talents in This wonderful event was introduced to the ways that are Village in 1992. “Fruits of our Labor” honors personally our volunteer groups and is the perfect op- meaningful portunity to learn about the multiple volunteer and reward- roles that are offered at JKV. The event takes ing. Your JKV Recreation Therapist Tayshet “Emy” Cervantes is shown with resident Ava Janes place in the Village Centre, as the Auditorium contributions manning The Woodlands’ booth during a Fruits of our Labor volunteer sign-up event. is transformed into a “Recruitment Fair” with will be an several booths representing each area of need. important and Community Services, over the past two This is a beneficial and productive avenue for part of your total well-being. decades research indicates that volunteering residents to learn about each volunteer role in Occupational wellness can be nurtured by provides not just social benefits, but individu- a condensed format. matching your core values with interests, hob- al health benefits as well. “Fruits of our Labor” is a perfect example bies and volunteer work. As you uncover your It is important for our overall well-being of active aging, which can be summed up in talents and passions, you express yourself to to do what we love and love what we do. the phrase “engaged in life.” Active aging the world. Volunteering gives us that opportunity. When describes individuals who live life as fully people are doing what they were meant to as possible within the Seven Dimensions of A Contribution To The Community do, they deepen their sense of meaning and Wellness (emotional, environmental, voca- A volunteer program that utilizes a person’s purpose. tional, physical, spiritual, intellectual, social). skills, while providing personal satisfaction, Regardless of socioeconomic status or health is valuable for the community, as well as the Explore Your Passions conditions, older individuals can live useful, individual. Mature adults contribute to soci- Give yourself the time to explore your pas- active and productive lives. ety as experienced professionals, caregivers, sions and strengths or to gain a new skill and mentors, teachers and volunteers. Leisure- then see if you can match your passion with Volunteerism For Overall Wellness time vocations in the arts and through hob- your volunteer endeavors. This sense of won- Within the elements of a Life Plan Commu- bies maintain vocational skills. Your body der and self-exploration will enhance your nity, we stress the value of volunteerism on a and mind stay active and healthy as you age volunteer work and give you fulfillment. person’s sense of worth. Even though many through travel, recreational programs, nutri- mature adults look forward to having the time tious meals and community involvement. Inspirational Quote: “You make a living to pursue new opportunities as they retire, the According to a report titled “Health Ben- by what you get. 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