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We all have mo- ments when we feel happy. It could be be- cause of the acquisi- tion of some new ma- terial object like a car, house, or even a cell phone. We feel happy when we are admired, judged to be better in com- parisons, graduate, marry, give birth, or do something good for others. But there comes a point in our lives when we continuously feel happy and satis- fied, not from circumstances or mo- ments, but because we have become contented in our spirit of the goodness of life, of being alive, of life’s experienc- es--whether of mirth or downcast, rich or poor. That is joy uncompromising. Joy is a deep-seated experience of grace we come up to--no matter your race, educational level, skill level, eco- nomic standing, male, female, tall or short. Joy never dissipates in spite of negative emotions, but flourishes with positive emotional experiences, help- ing us engage with our world properly, forming and honoring relationships, f the winter months have left you weary and Whether you are planning to head over- Consider discussing your travel plans with adheres to your specifications, keeping track of commitments, and helping us find our Iyearning for a summer vacation, now is the seas or go on a weeklong getaway this summer, a travel agent—a travel agent can ensure that some travel flash sales might allow you to save perfectcalling time in tolife. start planning your getaway. it is best to start your vacation travel planning as every aspect of your vacation is taken care of, big on your travel arrangements. If you have With manyJoy children makes and us grandchildren appreciate home our cir-soon as possible. If you’re traveling with your including airfare, a car rental and a hotel room, flexibility regarding travel destinations and travel fromcumstances school, summer more is the and perfect look time at every to family, ways be sure gives to accommodate us the hope everyone’s that with if needed.loss, hurt, or disappointments. Theydates, beof sure friends to keep an and eye celebrants.on travel flash sale Imme- spendexperience a lazy day atas the abeach stepping or lounging stone by the to-schedule ahead of time to avoid last-minute Keep an Eye on the Price: With the in- sites. Some of the sites Fodor’s recommends time and our desire to help, we can simply love to plant their joy wherever diate and extended family mem- pool.wards Given our th enext popularity endeavor. of summer Joy makes time booking changes. Be sur e to include your pets creasing popularity of flash sales sites, the travel include: Spire.com; SniqueAway.com; change many circumstances for they find themselves. travel,us planningacknowledge ahead will the allow difficulties you to fully enjoy in life,and home in your plans—make arrangements industry is no exception. While flash sites do not bers, friends, and the communi- the less fortunate. Many joy-filled Continued on page 7 a stress-freethe sufferings, summer andvacation. lack of opportuni-for a house sitter or pet care ahead of time. offer theThe convenience theme of booking Christmas a ticket is that “Joy to ties help us share our moments of ties and basic amenities, even of other individuals have become great help the World”, and many other celebrations joy. They learn to lift each other up people throughout the world. Joy al- to those who suffer depression, emphasize joy in the broader network Continued on page 8 INSIDE EL PUEBLO QUIZ IdentifyEL PUEBLOthe QUIZ INSIDE6 DATE green thumb Question 1: The Adventures of 6edible garden Aor publishing this month’s company El Pueblo is designing a book jacket COMMUNITY Nikko FforQuiz, a newly-published please identify textbook. the Find the area of The Bernese Swiss Mountain Dog 2018 Tom Bradley yearthe in book which jacket, the Los given Angeles that the front cover is 8 in. Scholarship wide by 11 in. high, the binding is 1.5 in. by 11 in., Union Station first opened its Awards and the jacket will extend 2 inches on the front 7 doors to passengers. One and rear covers. Let’s Cook lucky winner with the correct 8-9Coloring easter answer will win two AMC Gold movie tickets from a Vince Mc Guinness eggs ILLUSTRATED BY ERIN M. BELLINGHAUSEN SPORTS random drawing. Good luck, Monthly Sports readers! Please send your an- Question 2: Roundup 12 swers by April 7 to The road from town A to town B travels JVC JAZZ [email protected]. at a direction of N23°E. The road from town C to town D travels at a direction of FestIVAL 11 S48°E. The roads intersect at location E. TRAVEL Find the measure of ∠BED, at the point of intersection. Prague, Czech Republic Good luck El Pueblo Readers! Please send your answers regarding Questions 1 and 2 to: [email protected] by December 5, 2018. El Pueblo | December 2018 ACEBSA’S ANNOUNCEMENTS Page 2

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INVESTMENTS education from staff regarding whether the California “vested rights” principle, Portfolio Value. At the end of Octo- LACERS should participate as a signa- as applied to pension protection. That ber, the Portfolio was valued at $17.06 tory with the United Nations Principles case is Hipsher v. LACERA. The Califor- billion. The chart below shows the To- for Responsible Investment (PRI), an nia Supreme Court granted review on tal Fund Performance and each asset’s entity that advocates for principles for September 12, 2018. That brings the value. responsible investment. According to number of cases in the court pipeline on its website, “[r]esponsible investment this issue to five. Portfolio Performance. Torrey- is an approach to investing that aims to Cove (TorreyCove) Capital Properties, incorporate environmental, social, and MISCELLANEOUS NEWS LACERS’ new private equity consul- governance (ESG) factors into invest- Alex Online Benefits Counselor. tant, reported about its plan going for- ment decisions, to better manage risk Staff demonstrated the new Alex On- ward. TorreyCove noted that LACERS and generate sustainable, long-term re- line Program to the Board, which allows has been consistently below its target turns.” Local peer pension plans which members to get information about their allocation of 14% of the portfolio. To are currently signatories to PRI include: investment practices related to ESG. health plans through an interactive link. correct that, TorreyCove proposes to LACERS; CalSTRS; CalPERS; the Uni- However, ten years ago the Board That Program is now available online at: increase the commitments of private versity of California; Loyola Marymount voted to have LACERS included as www.lacers.org. There have been 306 equity to 10-12 commitments of $50- University; the San Francisco Employ- a signatory to PRI, but for some rea- visitors to the site, as of the writing of this $100 million a year. In 2019, they pro- ees’ Retirement System; and the Hum- son, that never happened. Before the article. Just click on the Alex link, on the pose to commit between $550-$575 boldt State University Advancement Board decides, once again, whether main page of the website to try it out! million to the private equity program. Foundation. LACERS should be a signatory with PRI, the Board will receive more edu- Kudos to LACERS. LACERS re- Board Education re: Environ- Currently, LACERS does not have cation on this topic. LACERA, which ceived the Public Pension Standards mental, Social, and Governance a specific ESG policy, but its current is Los County’s Pension Plan, and a Award for Funding and Administration, (ESG) factors. The Board received investment program contains several signatory with PRI, will be one of those by the Public Pension Coordinating Council (PPCC). The PPCC is a con- TOTAL FUND PERFORMANCE educators, along with a representa- tive from PRI. You can find more about federation of the National Association of Market PRI on its website: www.unipri.org State Retirement Administrators, the Na- Market Value tional Conference on Public Employee Asset Class Value Percent Target Minimum Maximum GENERAL MANAGER (GM) Retirement Systems, and the National (in millions) to Total REPORT Council on Teacher Retirement. LACERS Fund Legislative Update. GM Gugliel- received this award in recognition of United States meeting the professional standards $4,441.2 26.0% 19.0% 12.0% 26.0% mo provided an update on the status of Equity HR 4822, known as the Public Employ- for plan funding and administration, as Non-United ee Transparency Act. This bill would set forth in the PPCC’s public pension $5,029.0 29.5% 27.0% 18.0% 36.0% States Equity amend the Internal Revenue Code of standards. Congratulations to LACERS! 1986 to require reporting and disclosure Keep up the good work! Fixed Income $3,022.9 17.7% 13.8% 10.8% 16.8% by state and local public employee re- FUTURE BOARD MEETINGS tirement pension plans. On August 14, Credit $916.7 5.4% 12.3% 8.3% 16.3% 2018, the Board recommended that the November 27, 2018, 10:00 A.M., Opportunities City take an official position to oppose LACERS Ken Spiker Boardroom, 202 Private Equity $1,805.8 10.6% 14.0% N/A N/A this Federal bill. As a result, the Chief West First Street, Suite 500, Los Angeles, Legislative Analyst submitted a recom- California 90012. Public Real $897.0 5.3% 6.0% 4.0% 8.0% mendation that the City Council oppose Access the bill. To date, it appears that the bill About the Author: Gwendolyn Poindexter will no longer be moving forward in Con- is a retired Managing Assistant City Attor- Real Estate $785.6 4.5% 7.0% N/A N/A gress. ney with the City of Los Angeles, attends the meetings of the LACERS Board of Adminis- Cash $166.2 1.0% 1.0% 0.0% 2.0% Court Cases. GM Guglielmo re- tration, and reports on significant actions of ported that there is a new court case the Board and on LACERS activities in the Total Value $17,064.4 100% to add to the list of those challenging LACERS Update articles. Simple Ways to Get your Budget on Track this Holiday Season Americans will have lots to celebrate some retailers have been known to offer up specific store gift cards as a Buy now, pay later this holiday season, with unemployment offer free shipping days, with guaran- present. • Credit card rates: If you are going to rates at an all-time low and consumer teed delivery by Christmas. • Delayed offers: Retailers are tracking apply for a new card, check introduc- confidence on the rise. According to The • Delayed financing: Look for store what you do online, and often if you tory offers for rates, balance transfer Annual Retail Sales Forecast for the Holi- credit card promotions that offer low leave something in your shopping opportunities, and delayed financing day Season from Deloitte, retailers have cart, the retailer will come back with interest rates or delayed financing on options. their sights on sales of more than $1.1 large purchases. Pay it down over a reminder followed by a discounted • Store credit cards: Often when you trillion. time, without incurring interest. offer. open a card at checkout, you receive We all get caught up in the spirit of giv- • Online tools: Struggling to budget • In-store shopping days: Black Friday a discount on your entire purchase. ing, yet the most wonderful time of year alone? Explore online services like has always been a big shopping day, Store cards also offer coupons and is also one of the most stressful, finan- Nummo, which can help you consoli- so you might want to ask your favor- cially. But holiday spending doesn’t have date your accounts and keep track of ite retailers what they have planned deals throughout the holiday season, to break the bank--a little planning can let your finances. ahead of time. Some big-box retailers if you use your store credit card. That begin their Black Friday promotions said: make sure not to keep a bal- you enjoy and be merry. Save with coupons and deals on the Wednesday before, with ex- ance for long, as store credit cards Here’s a checklist to get started: • Save: There’s always the old-fash- tended store hours, and might even can have higher interest rates. Budget for big purchases ioned way of saving a little money be open on Thanksgiving. Also, don’t Holiday spending still causing you • Credit cards: Divide up the big-ticket each month throughout the year, and forget to shop local on Small Busi- items. Buy them across several off- then spending what you’ve saved. ness Saturday--your favorite’s stores stress? The experts at Nummo can help season months, and pay your bal- Or, save in advance for the more ex- may have the best bargains yet. you manage, maintain, and improve ance in full. pensive items. • Online shopping days: Online retail- your financial health for the holidays and • Free shipping: Some online retailers • Credit cards: Redeem credit card ers offer significant discounts on beyond. offer free shipping with orders over points for gift cards you can use for days like Cyber Monday and Small Source: Brandpointcontent.com a certain amount. In late December, your holiday shopping; alternatively, Business Saturday. DJE El Pueblo | December 2018 WELLNESS, HEALTH & NUTRITION Page 5 Busted: 5 of the Biggest 3 Ways to Give Back This Holiday Myths Holiday Season Holiday fantasies are not just for not be in the habit of counting on your children. It turns out grownups actually change to fill out your holiday budget. celebrate the holidays living by their own Remember this: Most people who cash set of myths, and they probably do not in spare change have more than they even know it. think, and according to the Survey, If all the holiday prep and bustle is that’s about $78 on average. So, don’t giving your inner Grinch a migraine, you discount the power of pocket change. may find yourself in very good- com Grab a container and explore the nooks pany! A recent Coinstar Survey, con- and crannies of your house --just to see ducted among 2,000 adults, by Atomik what you find. Check handbags, car Research, uncovered some of these consoles, spare change jars, dresser hidden attitudes toward the holidays. drawers, and sofa cushions. With this The findings revealed truths behind new cash stash, you can easily knock the following five myths we often cling out an item, or two, on your budget. to, when it comes to the holiday season. Myth No. 4: Spending time with Myth No. 1: Regifting is in poor family is what the holidays are Want to give back this holiday sea- Helping to reduce plastic waste by taste all about son? There are many ways to get into providing an alternative to single-use Many people have a secret stash No better occasion than the holidays the charitable spirit. And if you need bottles, you will be making a global tucked into drawers and stuffed way to spend quality time with your fam- some inspiration for how to go about difference. What’s more, for every back into closets: Presents from the ily, eating a delicious meal, followed by benefitting those in your local and glob- LifeStraw product purchased, includ- past they do not really want but the guilt opening gifts -- in the soft glow of the al community, consider the following ing LifeStraw Go 2-Stage Special Edi- is too strong to let them go. If you think fireplace and twinkling lights. If picturing ideas. tion, LifeStraw Universal and LifeStraw regifting is a tacky solution to lighten- your extended family in this idyllic holi- Play, one child in a community in need Serve a Holiday Meal receives safe drinking water for an en- ing the load, here is a good secret you day scene is more than a stretch of the tire school year. LifeStraw provided its should know. Nearly two-thirds of us imagination, you are not alone. One in Food is one of the most fundamental one-millionth child with safe drinking (65 percent) do it anyway, according five people say they would rather bow ways to show you care, and, delicious water in Kenya in 2018. In addition, new to the Survey. So, if you can picture out of the family celebration. In fact, they food and the holidays go hand-in-hand. special edition bottles benefit the Con- your aunt’s wide grin when she sees would prefer to spend time with friends, Consider serving a warm holiday meal that over-the-top holiday sweater, by to someone who needs it. servation Alliance, a public lands con- be alone, or go to work. But, for those servation organization, and LifeStraw’s all means, wrap it up, and give it to her. There are many ways to do this, who enjoy family time, holidays are per- Safe Water Fund, which support natural She will commend you for your excellent such as preparing a meal at home and fect for making new memories. disaster victims by providing them with taste and your holiday budget will also delivering it to a sick or elderly neigh- safe drinking water. give a tiny gasp of relief. Myth No. 5: Gift-giving comes bor, inviting a colleague or friend who from the heart does not have family in the area to your Myth No. 2: Sticking to a holiday Give Life Ideally, every single gift is a pure ex- home for a holiday meal, or volunteer- budget is just too hard Did you know that the simple act of pression of love and generosity from the ing in a food pantry to serve a meal to After past failures to make a holiday donating blood can save a life? Indeed, giver, right? Wrong. You probably have other members of your community. budget, you decided it’s just easier to one pint of blood is all that is needed to a competitive gift giver in your group. If these efforts are not possible, look close your eyes and dive into a credit save three lives, according to America’s Maybe it’s even you! One quarter of for a canned food drive near you, and coma until January. Because it is impos- Blood Centers. Make an appointment Americans confessed to getting into an pick up some extra groceries to donate sible to keep up with the unexpected at a local blood bank. It takes just about altogether different kind of holiday spirit, when shopping. extras that keep popping up: Added 10 minutes, and, afterwards, you can when it comes to buying presents. They gifts, events, replacement decorations, Give Access to Safe Water feel good about the potential difference holiday attire, and food. Here is a reality want to be the one behind the most you have made. Give a gift to a loved one this sea- check. Some 68 percent of people stick talked-about, flashiest, or best gift at son - - that is not only thoughtful for him Another way you can be a lifesaver to a holiday budget. Maybe past failures the gathering. Whatever the motivation, or her, but also benefits the community is by ensuring you are a registered or- can be chalked up to not having enough keep on giving. at large. One great way to do that is gan donor. Use the holiday season as information to create a good plan. Look Now that you know the truth behind some common holiday myths, give your through the gift of water. Due to micro- an opportunity to add your name to the back on last year’s bank and credit card plastics and other common water con- National Donate Life Registry. statements to help you make a better holiday spending power a boost by visit- taminants, safe drinking water is not Before stringing lights or adding plan for this year. ing the nearest Coinstar Kiosk. Cash in your extra change for cash or a no-fee necessarily a given these days. Howev- tinsel to the tree, you can truly get into Myth No. 3: Adding spare change eGift card for well-known retailers, and er, you can provide someone you love the holiday spirit by finding meaningful to your budget doesn’t add up get more gifts crossed off your holiday with at-home and on-the-go access to ways to give back. These days, you think pocket list. safe drinking water, with a LifeStraw Source: www.statepoint.net water filtration product. change won’t even cover the cost of a Source: www.brandpointcontent.com SHJ cup of coffee--which is why you may SHJ THE WALK By Gracious Imbeah Walking, though a common every- its hidden interests--and the disease, and stroke. It helps improve day activity, most of us tend to overlook neighbors who live there. and properly manage high blood pres- the benefits from actively participating The Socializers’ Walk is usu- sure, cholesterol, and diabetes. It re- in it as a pastime or even a chosen form ally common with the elderly, duces the risk of osteoporosis, some of exercising. Many people conscious- where a group of friends meet cancers, and reduces body fat. It is not ly plan to walk everyday day for good and walk around their neigh- a stressful exercise, and requires mini- health, helping them strengthen their borhood, the park, or even to mal equipment--like a pair of sneakers. joint muscles, easing their stiffness, the shopping center. It helps It can be done any time of the day, and and reducing joint pain. them catch up on what they are the results show in a few days in the Walking as a form of exercise can be doing and have fun with each form of stronger bones, improved bal- done in many ways, with family, friends, other, enjoying their company- ance, muscle strength, and endurance. and virtually at any place. It is very good -as about 40- minute walks help So, let’s walk to improve our health. to have a family-time walk. It is always them reduce their cholesterol, fun and joyous to have all the members lower their heart rate, and help About the Author: Gracious Imbeah is of the family go out for about 30-minute them lose weight effectively. Three The health benefits of walking, regu- the Publisher and Managing Editor of Man- walks, making it fun by sharing their ac- times a week of such walks also help larly, are numerous and provide better nebiz Publications, the Publisher of Africa’s tivities, debating on issues of interest, slow down declines in their brain func- relief than medication. Regular walk in- Home News, as well as Ghana Muntie. He laugh their hearts out, and take in the tions. Regular evening walks also can creases cardiovascular and pulmonary also wrote for Examiner.com as Poverty Ex- environment and become familiar with help with insomniacs sleep. (heart and lung) fitness, reducing heart aminer, covering the Antelope Valley area. El Pueblo | December 2018 IN THE COMMUNITY Page 6 IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT! 2018 TOM BRADLEY SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS 5 Tips to By Tom Bradley Scholarship Committee Keep Your The ACEBSA Board of Directors and the Tom Brad- We are pleased to announce the award of a “2018 Tom ley Scholarship Committee are pleased to announce the Bradley Scholarship” to the following students: Tires Ready award of 8 outstanding students who are pursuing their R E C I P I E N T COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY ACEBSA MEMBER for Holiday education goals and dreams. In addition, the eight re- cipients met all requirements of the application process. Kaitlin Calleros University of California, Merced E. Calleros Driving The ACEBSA Board of Directors, the Tom Bradley Cory Duncan Azusa Pacific University J. Duncan Scholarship Committee, and Team ACEBSA, extend Holiday season is upon us again, California State University, their warm and heartfelt congratulations and best wish- William I. Eddens W. K. Eddens meaning an extra-large helping of food, San Marcos family, friends and fun are in store. es to all Tom Bradley Scholarship recipients! University of California, Alvin Ong V. Ong As the weather may start to get tem- We look forward to hearing about their educational Santa Barbara peramental and some roads may get journey and accomplishments—through their college Jeffrey G. Palmer The University of New Mexico J. Palmer years, and beyond, and we promise to post any corre- super-slick, now is the time to make sure spondence that we receive from them. Jordan Palmer College of the Canyons J. Palmer your car is ready to handle the holiday driving crunch. First place to check is at We would like to thank everyone for their participa- Justin Palmer DePauw University J. Palmer your feet: Your tires are responsible for tion and patience during this comprehensive evaluation safely getting you from holiday Point A to process. Shemeikaa Wagstaff Northcentral University S. Wagstaff Point B. Congratulations to ALL recipients of the “2018 Tom Bradley Scholarship!” “Whether frantically searching for Please let us hear from you, and ALL the best! Team ACEBSA parking spaces at the mall, or heading ~ on a road trip to visit family, people have a lot on their plates during the holidays,” How to Enjoy a Balanced Holiday said Alan Holtschneider, Director of Mar- keting for Yokohama Tire Corporation, The holiday season can be we’ve done in the past, or what our par- maker of a variety of tires. “The one thing filled with joy, festivities, and ents did when we were growing up. they shouldn’t forget to do is check the connection or it can be a time l What treasured traditions are impor- condition of their tires. It’s something ev- tant parts of your holiday? ery driver should do because tires are the of stress. This article provides only part of a vehicle that actually touch- l What do you want to eliminate? seven steps that can help you es the road, and they affect everything l celebrate a more balanced, joy- What new traditions would you like to from braking and steering, to comfort ful holiday. create? and handling.” Do you believe “holiday balance” is a Candlelight, music, religious services, Holtschneider said that certain types pipedream or a possibility? If decorating, traditional stories, and special meals can of tires perform well in less-than-ideal shopping, baking, and holiday prepara- reconnect us to the spirit of the season. conditions. “An all-season tire such as tions now eat up every spare moment, Keep what’s meaningful for you in your the Avid Ascend GT delivers improved balance may seem elusive--something holiday plans, and curtail what isn’t. wet/snow braking and handling, while to save for your New Year’s wish list. I 3. Take care of yourself. a light truck tire like the Geolandar A/T believe it is not only possible to enjoy l How would you like to support those G015, handles any weather condition, You probably already know what’s balance during December, but it’s an who are less fortunate? including snow.” needed to keep you at your best. There’s essential ingredient in a happy holiday. If you’d like to do more, consider mak- Tire maintenance is also important. The secret, as perfectly demonstrated a certain minimum requirement of exer- cise, natural light, healthy food, and rest ing a gift donation in someone’s name, Make sure the tread is in good shape, by a circus tightrope walker, is to make dropping off canned or packaged goods and your tires are properly inflated. That small shifts and slight adjustments when that our bodies crave. This is an impor- tant time to honor those needs. Colds to a local food pantry, volunteering at a will help increase traction on wet and icy necessary. This time of year, it may take roads, for example, which is especially and flu tend to peak after the holidays, in soup kitchen, donating outgrown out- more frequent adjustments to maintain important during the fall/winter season. part, because colder weather keeps us erwear, and/or writing a tax-deductible balance. Here are seven steps to help check to your favorite charity. Here are some year-round tips: keep you on your high wire. indoors--where we are exposed to more germs, but also because we are more 6. Indulge moderately. Check tire pressure: Check tire 1. Make a list and check it twice. pressure at least once a month--this takes susceptible to illness when we are run When faced with tempting treats, about five minutes. Always use an accu- Feeling preoccupied by the long list of down. Be especially gentle with yourself, bountiful banquets, and free-flowing rate tire gauge, and consult the owner’s to-do’s vying for attention in your brain? if the holidays are a sad time for you, and spirits, it takes ironclad willpower to say manual or placard on the driver’s door to Committing the list to paper can help if you are still healing from a recent loss. “no”. Unless you know that one drink or determine proper tire pressure. Tire pres- you to focus better on the here-and-now. 4. Keep the joy in your heart. one sweet will turn into a binge, it’s fine to sure should be checked when the tires Write down all the things you plan to do be decadent, occasionally. To keep from Have you ever tried to write all your are cold--at least four hours since the ve- between now and New Year’s. Include going overboard, take tiny samples of ev- holiday cards in one sitting? If so, you hicle was last driven. things like shopping (specify whom you erything on a buffet, split a dessert with a probably ended up with a horrible case need to buy for and what you plan to friend, and pour only half a glass of wine, Check tread depth: Check your of writer’s cramp and felt like Scrooge give), wrapping, mailing gifts, sending for example, at a time. The best strategy tread depth by placing a penny upside himself. Pace yourself so you don’t hit cards, visits, travel, baking, entertain- is to know your limits and stick to them. down into a tread groove. If you can see the wall. Imagine that you have an inter- ing, decorating, and attending parties, If you slip up, forgive yourself, and start all of Lincoln’s head, your tire’s tread has church services, and school and com- nal Joy-o-meter that automatically trig- anew. worn down to the legal limit, and you munity activities. Now go back over your gers a cut-off switch, as soon as you stop 7. Lie fallow. need to buy a new tire. list with a discerning eye, asking: having fun. The only way you can resume Replace worn tires: Tires should be l What activities are most important? your activity is by finding a way to make it In the natural world, this is a season replaced when the tread is worn down to enjoyable again, perhaps by listening to of rest. Deciduous trees take a break l What are you eager to do? 2/32 of an inch, the lowest legal limit. It is some favorite music, or enlisting a help- from photosynthesis, and newly-planted l What activities do you dread? best to replace them before they reach er. Or take a break and come back later, bulbs slowly send down roots to support 2/32 for optimal performance, especially l Where could you relax certain expec- after you’ve eaten or rested. future blooms. in bad weather. tations? 5. Balance consumption with l How can you mirror the natural cycle l How could you simplify holiday prepa- charity. Rotate tires regularly: Rotating in your own life? your tires regularly promotes even wear rations? l There was a tremendous outpouring How do you find stillness? of the tread. Tires should be rotated ev- This year, for example, I plan to: make of donations to help those who suffered Especially if you have a whirl of so- ery 5,000 to 8,000 miles. only one or two batches of cookies, and in the aftermath of September 11 and cial activities on tap for December, allow Check tire alignment: Check your I’ll buy others from bake sales and church hurricane Katrina, for example. It’s been plenty of down time to recharge. How alignment at least once a year or sooner, bazaars. I’ll also do more online shop- heartwarming to see how we’ve rallied about taking a long winter’s nap, curling especially if the vehicle is pulling to one ping and will print address labels instead to take care of those who have been up with a good book, gazing into a roar- side. This will help avoid uneven wear on of hand-addressing holiday cards. (No personally affected by tragedies, such ing fire, or meditating? Couch time, quiet tire tread. Tire balance should also be one can read my handwriting anyway!). as these. During the colder months, it’s time, and vacation time can be wonder- monitored. 2. Focus on meaningful traditions. more important than ever for the haves to fully restoring. For more tire care and safety tips, visit Look at your list and identify the tradi- share with the have-nots. Here’s to a happy, balanced holiday! www.yokohamatire.com/tires-101. l tions that have meaning for you. Holiday How well do the entries in your check- Source: Articlesfactory.com Source: www.brandpointcontent.com preparations are often dictated by what book reflect your personal values? DJE SHJ El Pueblo | December 2018 IN THE COMMUNITY Page 7 VOTE FOR RITO CISNEROS TO SERVE ON LAFCU’S BOARD OF DIRECTORS

I WILL CONTINUE TO PROTECT & GROW YOUR HARD-EARNED MONEY VOTE FOR INTEGRITY, HONESTY & ETHICAL CONDUCT l Current LAFCU Board Member l Credit Union Member – 32 Years l LAFCU’s Board Governance Committee – Member l Credit Committee – 2 Years – Monthly loan appeal reports are sent to the Board for review. l Current ITA Employee – 32 Years, as a Senior Communication Supervisor l Current Assignment: Public Safety – Police & Fire Departments Emergency Command Post l Leadership – Community Volunteer 35+ years l Leadership – IBEW & Union Steward for SEIU No. 721 l Certification – Management/Supervision, Security, Engineering, Fiber Optics, et al.

I, Rito Cisneros, will protect your money in a responsible, honest and ethical manner, and consistently support LAFCU’s programs that protect your interest, including, but not limited to: The Step-by- Step Loan Program to assist those who wish to become debt free; continuation of the monthly review of appeals for Credit Union loans; supporting LAFCU’s programs for higher deposit rates; and supporting LAFCU’s programs for lower interest rates for personal, business, mortgage, auto, and solar energy loan programs, among others. I will work hard for you and your financial interest, and I will NEVER violate your trust in my ability to get the job done for you! VOTE for Rito Cisneros – Current LAFCU Board Member – to serve and represent YOU on LAFCU’s Board of Directors!

STOP MY OPPONENT SHELDON MILLER CREDIT UNION MEMBERS, how many l He travels all over the world on your dime. more years of my opponent’s outlandish spending l How about to the tune of $30,000+ over the tactics, unethical conduct, and irresponsible years? l You got that right: $30,000+ of your money! behavior, will you allow him to continue to get l He exceeds the travel budget, spending on lavish away with--using your hard-earned money? 5-star hotels, gourmet dining, and fine spirits. l Ongoing educational training is important to STOP Sheldon Miller by not promoting him keep abreast of best practices in the Credit Union Industry; but, excessive spending of your to a Board position—where he will continue to money after all these years of training, MUST BE spend more of your hard-earned money on travel, STOPPED. lavish 5-star hotels, dining, and fine spirits. l Ask my opponent to show you his LAFCU’s Expense Statements--to see the proof of his outrageous spending patterns of your money. VOTE for Rito Cineros l He served on the Supervisory Committee, did to protect your money and retain Credit Union not perform his duties & responsibilities, was programs of financial benefit to you. I will continue removed/not re-appointed, and, he is currently to work hard and cooperatively with LAFCU’s Board on the Credit Committee. of Directors to protect your financial interest, and l NOW, he wants to serve on LAFCU’s Board of Directors, so his lavish spending habits can be stop ALL wasteful spending habits, including those continued! of my opponent, Sheldon Miller.

Paper ballots will be mailed on January 11, 2019, and must be received on or by February 8, 2019, by the private company that will count all ballots returned during this Board Election Process. THANK YOU, LAFCU MEMBERS! Sincerely,

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Note from the President: ACEBSA continues to respect the values and beliefs of all cultures and groups, and extends its best wishes to all participants celebrating holidays and cultural events in the month of December. El Pueblo | December 2018 LET’S TALK SPORTS Page 8 SPORTS MONTHLY SPORTS ROUNDUP by D. Willis | Contributing Columnist

The good, the bad... the unusual. It’s recall pop star Fergie singing a very bi- time for another edition of the monthly zarre rendition of the National Anthem, Sports Roundup, where we cover some which was met with confused looks and of the things you may have missed in the laughter when the cameras panned the sports world over the past month. Let’s players throughout the singing. get to it: Now, why is this news nearly a year Nick Bosa Peaces Out on Ohio later? Because Fergie’s ex-husband, State Josh Duhamel, had some choice words for a few of the NBA All-Stars who were Nick Bosa started the season as bewildered by the performance: No- one of the most promising defensive tably, Golden State Warriors forward, lineman in college football, and he was Draymond Green. Well, the Warriors a key piece of Ohio State’s pass rush didn’t take too kindly to this and made a and run defense. Then he got hurt dur- hilarious remix tape of Fergie’s anthem. ing during Ohio State’s third game of the You’ve got to see this. Are you going to season, a neutral site victory over TCU. take the Fergie challenge? A few weeks later, after undergoing abdominal surgery, Bosa announced Senators’ Players Get Caught that he was leaving the Buckeye football Dissing Franchise in Uber team to rehabilitate his injury and ready himself for the NFL Draft. We’re not here Was it an invasion of privacy or a to critique Bosa’s decision--one way or clear sign that the Ottawa Senators are the other, but we do think it opens the an absolute mess? How about both? doors for more players to do this, mov- That was the case recently when video ing forward. surfaced of several members of the Ottawa Senators hockey team in an Christian McCaffrey made headlines Arizona Uber, while in town for a game a few years ago when he sat out Stan- against the Coyotes. ford’s Bowl Game, so he wouldn’t risk injury before the NFL Draft. Unless the Unknowingly at the time, the Uber NCAA begins to compensate its play- Paxton Lynch, and was fitting in. That day. And now, one of the Red Wings’ driver recorded the conversation the ers, there’s likely to be a lot more Nick is, until he wandered, incoherently, into promotional partners--the fast food res- seven players in his van were having, Bosa situations in the future. Why bust a Denver-area home--following a Hal- taurant Arby’s, is changing the terms of and captured audio of them joking your “you-know-what” to come back loween party at a teammate’s house. its agreement. about their team’s struggles and even and take the chance of getting re-in- Kelly was arrested and has since been Up until this year, if any Red Wings bad-mouthing one of the team’s assis- jured? formally charged. He was also cut by player scored a hat trick in a single game, tant coaches. the Broncos. Chad Kelly Gets Cut After fans could bring a box score of the game It wasn’t cool of the Uber driver to re- Bizarre Incident Leave it to Arby’s to Show the into any location and receive a free order cord and post the players without their of curly fries. Shortly into the season this permission, and he has since been fired Red Wings How Bad They Are year, Arby’s switched things up. Quarterback Chad Kelly was Mr. Irrel- from his job--despite efforts to explain evant of the 2017 NFL Draft. By that, we The Detroit Red Wings are not a Its new promotion is a free order of himself. mean, he was the very last pick taken good hockey team. No, the franchise curly fries, if the Red Wings, as a team, But it’s further evidence that the Sen- off the board, and he went to the Denver that was a consistent Stanley Cup con- score three goals in a game. A promo Broncos--after his uncle--former NFL tender--not too long ago--is poised to that switched from a single player scor- ators are an absolute mess, especially star Jim Kelly, personally vouched for his miss the playoffs for the third straight ing three goals in a game--to the whole when you consider that this is coming nephew to Broncos General Manager year, and looks to be headed for a bot- team scoring three goals in a game? on the heels of a summer shocker that and President of Football Operations, tom-five league finish. Yeah, it’s a sad reminder of how grim involved a widely-publicized online ha- John Elway. Last month, we told you how the things are in Detroit right now. rassment situation between now de- Things appeared to be headed in the Red Wings’ home arena is replacing its parted players Erik Karlsson and Mike right direction for Kelly, who had a tumul- in-stadium red seats with black ones; The NBA Champs Troll Fergie Hoffman. Yikes. tuous college career. He won the back- so, the practically brand-spanking new Let’s flashback for a moment to last About the Author: D. Willis is a freelance up QB job, over former first-round pick rink doesn’t look as empty on game year’s NBA All-Start Game. You might Sports Writer and an avid sports enthusiast.

cept other influences, suggestions, and JOY – OUR advice from others. They love deeply and are kind. And they avoid heartache EXTENDED and discouragement. They are never HAPPINESS self-centered, not envious, never boast- ful, nor are proud. They never put any- Continued from Page 1 one down, but rather learn to control their emotions and are not easily an- when down, and protect them when gered. Neither do they keep records of threatened emotionally or physically. bad experiences. Joy has its advantages too. People who are filled with joy usually have So during this end of year celebra- stronger immune systems and enjoy tions, in our joyous moments, let us longer lifespan. They feel contented humbly think about others, whether and do not hesitate to share their ma- they are equally happy and contented terial blessings. They usually recover and, if not, what value we can contrib- faster from traumatic experiences and ute to fill their hearts with joy. have successful relationships. Joyous people usually see making others hap- intentional and strategic, with defined lent, right, of splendor, and beneficial to About the Author: Gracious Imbeah is py and satisfied “a calling.” They usually ideals and expectations to achieve. all. They usually have a reserve of posi- the Publisher and Managing Editor of Man- are the first to volunteer for a cause, ad- To achieve that uncompromising, in- tive feelings to stay patient, listen well, nebiz Publications, the Publisher of Africa’s vocate for social justice, and contribute tensive joy, one must have a proper per- and easily forgive. They believe that Home News, as well as Ghana Muntie. He their resources freely to charitable or- spective on life, what is achievable and gratitude is felt more when expressed also wrote for Examiner.com as Poverty Ex- ganizations. Their actions are usually what is not, what is reasonable, excel- with joy. They are humble enough to ac- aminer, covering the Antelope Valley area. El Pueblo | December 2018 LET’S TALK SPORTS! Page 9 SPORTS The Coaching Carousel: How Are the NFL’s New Coaches Doing? by D. Willis | Contributing Columnist

to be the ideal candidate to help mold either. But despite the bad, there’s Trubiski into a star. some hope in Indianapolis. Why? Be- cause quarterback Andrew Luck final- The Bad ly looks like he’s healthy. That bodes There’s a lot more bad than good to well for the future. go around. Here’s a look: l Steve Wilks, Arizona Cardinals: l Matt Patricia, Detroit Lions: There The Cardinals stink, but they’re defi- were whispers that Patricia lost his nitely in a transition year; so, it’s very team in training camp, and those possible that they’ll stink less next whispers grew louder after the Lions year, and then less the year after that. came out on Monday Night Football, Much of this has to do with aging play- in Week 1, and were blasted by the ers in skill positions (cough, cough New York Jets in what many assumed Larry Fitzgerald cough, cough), and was a slam-dunk win. a young quarterback in Josh Rosen. Give the Lions credit for rebounding The Wilks hire might work out, just not and beating Patricia’s old team-- New this year. England a few weeks later, and get- ting to 3-3 on the season. But, the Li- The Ugly ons look worse this year than they did under former coach Jim Caldwell last Now onto the ugly, and the king of year. Their offense is inconsistent, and ugly coaching is Jon Gruden--especially their defense is a sieve. It may work when you consider that he’s reportedly in You may recall this past January-- ton Texans, and his player-friendly man- out long-term for Patricia, but this year year one of a 10-year contract--expected when the Cincinnati Bengals re-signed tra has already made a big difference in looks like it’ll be a wash. to pay him $100 million. head coach Marvin Lewis, thereby ex- Tennessee. Nagy, on the other hand, is l Frank Reich, Indianapolis Colts: tending his 15-year coaching tenure with The Raiders aren’t just bad, they likely to have the Bears contending in The Colts aren’t very good this year, the team-- after agreeing on a 2-year ex- look hapless. And Gruden’s previous the NFC North until Week 17, and looks and they weren’t very good last year, tension. stint in the broadcast booth looks like It was a head scratcher for many it has taken every bit of good coaching reasons. For starters, Lewis’ tenure in he once had, out. Remember when he Cincinnati has been largely underwhelm- SPORTS WORD SEARCH traded Khalil Mack to the Bears--only ing, which led many to believe that an Baseball Terms to see Mack star for Chicago. Or, how it amicable split was in order--following appears--he’s going to cut quarterback the 2017 campaign. Secondly, said split WODFGLGRANDSLAM Derek Carr soon. At the time of this writ- was even reported as early as December ing, the Raiders are 1-7, and the Gruden 2017--weeks before the season even of- BXRTNUOCLLUFXCY hire looks like it will doom the franchise ficially ended. LTUEORALODHLUUI for many years moving forward. So what happened? Why did the LTSORTABLIKWPDN Last, but not least, is Pat Shurmer of Bengals extend Lewis? Simple: When it the New York Giants. Yikes, are the Gi- comes to NFL head coaches, the grass AISFCBASTKLQODF ants bad. They’re in a similar situation isn’t always greener on the other side. BMSHNTMBQTAUTUI Many teams that parted ways with head as the aforementioned Cardinals, in that coaches after 2017 are now finding KWEATTYOSQBFSGE they have some aging skill players who that out the hard way. Here’s a look at RREIQPRTSLLIKOL are way past their prime (cough, cough how the league’s seven, first-year head Eli Manning cough, cough), and new OBNAIARUENKECUD coaches--with new teams, are doing at players like Saquon Barkley that are still about the midway point of the NFL sea- FGATLIISNRELATE trying to get accustomed to the NFL. son (as of the time of this writing). There’s MLCNKNWAGNTDBIR Shurmur has a reputation as being some good--but mostly bad and ugly. an offensive guru--just look what he was Let’s get to it: KHPENITAPIIILLA able to do with Case Keenum, last year, JAOITKAZEGWNCOS The Good as the Minnesota Vikings offensive coor- NUNCPITCHERGGUG dinator. And that’s why it’s so puzzling Let’s start with the good: Mike Vrabel that the Giants wouldn’t let Eli Manning of the Tennessee Titans and Matt Nagy TGHCYALPLAEPPAR go, and let Shurmur have the reigns in of the Chicago Bears. Granted, both molding a rookie quarterback for the fu- walked into favorable situations, Vrabel APPEAL PLAY FULL COUNT took over an upstart Titans team that will BACKSTOP GOLDEN SOMBRERO ture. likely challenge for a playoff spot, and BALK GRAND SLAM There will undoubtedly be more NFL Matt Nagy has a talented young quarter- BATTING HIT BY PITCH head coaching spots up for grabs after back in Mitch Trubiski--and probably the BEANBALL INFIELDER this season, and we’re not even counting best defensive player in the NFL in Khalil CATCHER INNING the Browns job, which is open after Hue Mack. Jackson’s firing. But as the Bengals real- DOUBLE SWITCH MITT These two coaches have brought in- ized this past offseason, the grass may DUGOUT PITCHER novation and smarts to their new teams. not always be greener on the other side. Vrabel, specifically, was scooped up by FIELDING RUNNING the Titans after serving just one year as FORKBALL STRIKEOUT About the Author: D. Willis is a freelance the defensive coordinator for the Hous- Sports Writer and an avid sports enthusiast. Update Your E-mail Update your E-mail with us by sending an e-mail to [email protected] and 5 lucky winners will be awarded a set of 2 Regal Premiere tickets! El Pueblo | December 2018 FOOD Page 10 LET’S COOK! Garlic and Herb Lamb Sautéed Leek Mashed Chops with Marsala Potatoes Mushroom Sauce Servings: 8 Ingredients 3 pounds Yukon Gold pota- toes (about 12 medium) 1 tablespoon salt 2 tablespoons butter 4 cups halved and thinly sliced leeks (about 2 large; see Tip), white and light green parts only 1 cup buttermilk Black or white pepper to taste

Directions Peel potatoes, if desired, and cut into 2-inch chunks. Place the potatoes and salt in a large heavy saucepan. Add cold water electric hand-held mixer or by working to cover by 2 inches. Bring to a boil. Re- through a ricer. duce heat to simmer, cover, and cook Stir the leeks, buttermilk and pepper until potatoes are very tender, 10 to 15 into the mashed potatoes. minutes. Drain well. *Tip: To clean leeks, trim off green Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skil- tops and white roots and split length- Servings: 7 (about 2 lamb chops lamb, meat-side up, and cover bowl. per serving) let over medium heat. Add leeks and wise. Place in plenty of water and swish Marinate 6-24 hours. After marinat- cook, stirring, until soft and beginning around to release any sand or soil. Ingredients ing, heat oven to 400 F. Transfer to brown, 4 to 8 minutes. Drain. Repeat until no grit remains. 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, racks of lamb to heated, oven-proof Transfer the potatoes to a large Source: www.eatingwell.com chopped saute pan on stovetop and sear each bowl. Mash with a potato masher, an SHJ 4 teaspoons fresh garlic, minced, side 2 minutes until golden brown. divided Transfer oven-proof saute pan 1 tablespoon lemon zest, grated with lamb to heated oven and cook 3/4 cup Holland House Marsala Cook- approximately 10 minutes, or until Gingerbread Trifle ing Wine, divided lamb reaches 135 F in center. Re- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil move pan from oven and take lamb 2 racks of lamb (approximately 3-4 out of pan to rest. pounds), trimmed and cleaned To make Marsala Mushroom Marsala Mushroom Sauce: Sauce: In same pan, melt butter over 1 tablespoon butter medium heat; add mushrooms and 1 pound fresh baby bella or cremini mushrooms, cleaned saute. Add shallots and remaining garlic, cooking until fragrant. Deglaze 2 tablespoons fresh shallots, thinly sliced with remaining cooking wine. Add 1/2 cup beef stock beef stock and whisk in Dijon mus- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard tard. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and cook 2 minutes to reduce salt, to taste and thicken. pepper, to taste Carve racks of lamb by cutting be- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped tween ribs. Serve drizzled with Mar- Directions sala Mushroom Sauce. Garnish with In large bowl, combine rosemary, 3 parsley. teaspoons garlic, lemon zest, 1/4 cup Source: www.familyfeatures.com cooking wine and olive oil. Add racks of SHJ Servings: 12 Directions Ingredients Whisk vanilla pudding mix and eggnog. Asiago and 1 package (3.4 ounces) Add pumpkin pie spice and beat 2 minutes. Baker’s Corner Vanilla Pud- Chill in refrigerator 10 minutes. Bacon Orzo ding In large glass bowl, layer one-third of 1 3/4 cups Specially Selected gingerbread cookies, one-third of pudding, Medley Premium Eggnog one-third of whipped topping and 1/2 cup Servings: 11 (about 1/2 cup per serving) 1/2 teaspoon Stonemill Pump- apple butter; repeat two more times. kin Pie Spice The third layer will end with whipped top- Ingredients 7 ounces Café Bistro Soft ping. Garnish with cinnamon. 4 ounces bacon, chopped Directions Gingerbread, crumbled, divided Chill in refrigerator 2 hours. 4 ounces white onion, diced In large saucepan, cook bacon over *Pair each serving with glass of Landshut medium heat until crisp. Add onions 1 1/4 cups Friendly Farms 1 teaspoon garlic, minced Whipped Topping, divided Riesling. 2 cups fresh asparagus tips and garlic to pan with bacon and saute until fragrant and soft. Cook onions until 1 cup Berryhill Apple Butter, 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved translucent. Add asparagus tips, cherry divided Source: www.familyfeatures.com SHJ 1/4 cup Holland House White Cooking tomatoes, chicken stock and cooking 2 teaspoons Stonemill Wine wine to saucepan and deglaze. Ground Cinnamon 1/4 cup chicken stock Add cooked orzo and Asiago 3 cups orzo, cooked according to cheese, stirring to combine. Cook 2 package directions minutes. Season with salt and pepper, 1/2 cup shaved Asiago cheese to taste. salt, to taste Source: www.eatingwell.com pepper, to taste SHJ Gotta Try It! El Pueblo | December 2018 TRAVEL Page 11

Strolling across the Charles Bridge

Tyn Church and Old Town Square seen from the clock tower St. Vitus Cathedral inside the Prague Castle PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC

by Greg Nelson, It’s a short walk to the Charles Contributing Bridge that has achieved almost sacred Columnist status. Construction began in 1357, and it was completed in the early 15th century. It connects Old Town with the Prague, known locally as Praha, is Castle Quarter across the Vltava River. more than medieval castles and cathe- This pedestrian-only bridge is deco- drals, mouth-watering pastries, the best rated with replicas of 30 statues that beer in the world (ask any Czech), and were originally installed between 1638 world-class Christmas markets. and 1714. It’s a social meeting place It’s also about amazing people who where you can find craftspeople, food endured the horrors of Nazi rule--only to vendors, and souvenirs. be oppressed for 41 years by the com- On the other side of the bridge, it’s munists. a short walk to the “Lennon Wall,” an The Soviets finally left in 1989--when ordinary wall that became a canvas for the Iron Curtain collapsed. Meeting anti-communist graffiti during the ‘80s. someone who experienced any of those It began with John Lennon quotes years, or heard stories from relatives, is about peace, and Beatles’ song lyrics, a joy because they value their new free- and grew into a place to post protests Inside the St. Vitus Cathedral dom--more than many of us who were against the communist rulers. Today, it born into a democracy. remains a place for anti-establishment horse manure. The whole thing trig- Today, the street is lined with ho- Speaking of Christmas markets, in messages, and cries for world peace. gered the Thirty Years’ War. tels, apartments, restaurants, bars, and 2016 CNN rated Prague’s Christmas Another short walk away is the Outside the castle is Golden Lane shops. It would seem rather ordinary if markets as being among the ten best Prague Castle, the largest ancient cas- where 500-year-old houses are braced you didn’t know its history. in the world. A year earlier, USA Today tle in the world. There has been a castle against the castle’s walls. Compact At one end of the square is the Na- readers gave Prague the #1 position. at this site in some form since the 9th and colorful, the houses are presently century. occupied by artists. tional Museum where bullet holes from Two of the city’s Christmas markets the 1968 Soviet crackdown on demon- are especially noteworthy: one in the Old Today, it houses the office of the Since there is an Old Town, there strators were purposely poorly-patched Town Square, and the other in Wences- President of the Czech Republic, so must be a New Town, and Prague in- las Square. They resemble medieval there are security checkpoints. At deed has one. It is “only” 600 years old. to serve as a constant reminder. the main entrance, there is a modest markets, and are open every day during In the center of New Town is Wenc- A “must visit” is the Old Jewish Cem- changing of guard on the hour. the season, including Christmas Day. eslas Square, which isn’t a square. It’s etery that was in service from the early Visit http://www.myczechrepublic.com/ Part of the castle complex is the St. a half-mile long street that became the 15th century until 1786, and includes prague/christmas-markets.html Vitus Cathedral, the largest and most place where Czechs gather for special 12,000 tombstones. The Old Town Quarter is where most important church in the Czech Repub- events. One of those events occurred first-time visitors head, as soon as they lic. Construction started in 1344, and in 1989 when 300,000 people gath- About the Author: Greg Nelson is a retired arrive. Anchoring it is the appropriately due to slight delays, was finished in ered to participate in the Velvet Revo- General Manager at the Department of Neigh- named Old Town Square. 1929. lution, and hear their president declare borhood Empowerment. He can be reached The big draw is The Astronomical Inside, the Wenceslas Chapel is them free of communism. through e-mail at [email protected]. Clock, with its indecipherable dials, that where Czech kings were crowned. It’s strikes on the hour and entertains with not open to the public, but can be seen The Walk of the Apostles sculptures. through doorways. The oldest part of the clock dates to The Old Royal Palace, within the 1410. It is currently undergoing restora- castle’s grounds, was the site of an tion. interesting and legal practice called de- One part of the clock shows the posi- fenestration that allowed unpopular pol- tion of the Sun and Moon. Other parts iticians to be thrown out of a window. show the months, and the time of day. In 1618, angry Protestants tossed Climb to the top of the clock tower and a couple of Catholic governors out of you’ll be rewarded with the best views. a window, and 70 feet to the ground. Another dominant structure in Old They survived. Town Square is the Church of Our Lady The Catholics claimed that the Vir- before Týn, which has been there since gin Mary intervened. The Protestants the 14th century. pointed out that they landed in a pile of Certovka Canal (“Devil’s Channel”) built by the Knights of Malta in the 12th century El Pueblo | December 2018 THE LAW AND YOUR MONEY Page 12 California’s Simple Revocable Transfer On Death Deed

By David Sarazen, Contributing Columnist

“I’m looking for an at- torney who can draft a Beneficiary Deed. Can you help me,” Judy asked. The at- torney said yes, but that he needed a little more information. “Judy explained that she lives up in Oregon and has a va- cation home in Palm Springs. Knowing that she wanted to give her California property to her son, her Oregon attor- ney advised her to contact a California attorney to help her. “You see, I want my son to have the Palm Springs home, and I don’t want to include it in my Or- egon trust. Other people don’t need to know what I’m doing with it.” Nodding his head, the attorney said he under- stood her desire for privacy, and replied, “OK. Before we go further, I need to be sure you understand how California property is transferred at death and how a California revocable transfer on death deed works.”

Property Transfers on Death that you have a good understanding of • WHAT IF A BENEFICIARY DIES BE- wanted to proceed. “It really is pretty The attorney explained how in California what you want to do, and you certainly FORE I DO? If the named beneficiary simple,” she said. there are a number of ways by which an appear to be competent and not under dies before you, the TOD deed has owner of real property can transfer their any undue influence.” Laughing, Judy no effect. If a beneficiary dies before The Take Away property when they die. “You can trans- replied that she was, “on most days.” At you, but, and there are other beneficia- The revocable Transfer on Death deed fer property by using a Will, a Trust, or that, the attorney printed out a form that ries on the deed who survive you, the is a simple and inexpensive transfer by owning the property in joint tenancy, asked and answered a number of ques- share of the deceased beneficiary will mechanism. It avoids probate, costs or as community property, both with the tions about the TOD deed. Together, be divided equally between the surviv- much less than a trust, and is easy to right of survivorship. ing beneficiaries. If that is not the result A relatively new way is by using a sim- they went through all the questions and change. Just be sure to get competent answers, but focused on the following: you want, you should not use the TOD legal advice before recording a simple ple revocable Transfer on Death (TOD) deed. deed. “Judy said she had a trust set up • CAN I REVOKE THE TOD DEED IF revocable Transfer on Death deed. in Oregon already, so she had a basic I CHANGE MY MIND? Yes. There • HOW DOES THE TOD DEED AF- understanding about wills and trusts. are three ways to revoke a recorded FECT PROPERTY TAXES? The TOD About the Author: David Sarazen is an at- “My husband and I owned our home in TOD deed: (1) Record a revocation deed has no affect on your property torney with a practice concentrated on Oregon as joint tenants, and after his form; (2) Record a new TOD deed; or taxes, until your death. At that time, Trusts & Estates, Probate, and Real Estate death, it was transferred to me without (3) Sell or give away the property be- property tax law applies as it would to matters. He can be reached directly at (310) probate.” The attorney asked Judy a fore your death. A TOD deed can only any other change of ownership. 972-0241. You can also view his website at few more questions, and they talked affect property that you own when you Finally, Judy said she understood ev- www.DavidSarazen.com for additional ar- about her Oregon trust. “Well, it appears die, and it can’t be revoked by a will. erything, had no other questions, and ticles.

A Lawyer’s Perspective by Ron Sokol | Contributing Columnist

n You can send any questions that you may have to: [email protected].

Q: My husband is an excellent cooked and served on the same day. cook. His appetizers are really Further, the food must be consumed on good, and he has published a cook site, or delivered within a safe time pe- book with great recipes. We heard riod. Even so, it is progress. he could now sell some of these items to the public, even though Q: The number of craft breweries cooked from our kitchen. Is there in and around Southern California is a new law? impressive. Recently a friend of ours told us he is very happy about the sell your product; you had to rely on a cerns. Criminal charges currently pend- A: In 2012, the California Home- “Craft Distiller Op-pour-tunity Act”. I distributor to do so. The tasting room ing under any local ordinance or resolu- made Food Act became law, which per- didn’t quite follow what he said. Can requirement is now eliminated, as is the tion--regulating or prohibiting sidewalk mitted home cooks to sell jams, pickles you tell me if there really is such a prerequisite of a tasting beforehand. vendors, are to be dismissed, and and other foods with low risk of food thing? And, the volume that craft distillers are those serving a sentence for a misde- borne illness. Governor Brown recently allowed to produce each year has been meanor or infraction for sidewalk vend- signed a bill that legalizes small-scale A: Yes, that’s the nickname of Cali- increased from 100,000 to 150,000 gal- ing, can petition to have the sentence, fornia Senate Bill 1164, recently signed home cooking operations. This new lons. All of which led (and leads to) the fine or conviction dismissed. law is part of a growing effort across by the Governor. It changes the current nick name “Op-pour-tunity Act”. the country to permit small-scale home- regulations to provide craft distillers with About the Author: Ron Sokol has been based food enterprises. You have to greater leeway to sell as well as offer SIDEWALK VENDORS a practicing attorney for over 30 years, and obtain a permit, meet health and safety samples of their products. Under the Along with the laws referenced has also served many times as a judge pro standards, and keep annual gross sales prior law, distilleries could only sell craft above, sidewalk vending has now been tem, mediator, and arbitrator. It is important below $50,000. In addition, there can liquors, if they had a tasting room, and, decriminalized. The local government to keep in mind that this column presents a be no more than one full-time equiva- then, only after persons actually partici- has oversight to inspect, permit and summary of the law, and is not to be treated lent food employee, not including a pated in a tasting. The upshot was that if limit vending carts, but that has to be or considered legal advice, let alone a sub- family member or household member. you were a craft-brewing facility, without done to in keeping with criteria focused stitute for actual consultation with a qualified Note that the food has to be prepared, a tasting room, you could not directly upon health, safety and welfare con- professional. PYRAMIND PUZZLE INSTRUCTIONS: Complete the tower so that every square contains a number. The number in each square is the sum of the two squares directly below it.

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