Contributing Writers: Les Goldberg Randal C. Hill Lyn Jensen Shana McCann Jim McDevitt Debbie L. Sklar VOLUME 47, NUMBER 7 Nick Thomas

JULY 2021 “Serving The Needs of Orange County & Long Beach Seniors Since 1974”

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What’s Inside... Calendar of Events...... 5 Flashback...... 6 Classifieds...... 7-8 Song Preview...... 9 Off The Beaten Path...... 10 In The Spotlight...... 11 Fabulous Finds...... 13 Life After Mother...... 14 Judge Judy...... 15 Book Club...... 17 PCH: The Perfect Road Trip?...... 18 Tinseltown Talks...... 23 Movie Preview...... 26 Gadget Geezer...... 27 Busy Boomers...... 30 Orange County • Long Beach Page 2 SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] JULY 2021

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Ailments and the Future By Jim McDevitt

I have so many ailments turn signal when changing that a medical school pays lanes, the car takes control me to visit and lets the of the wheel and forces me new student future doctors to stay in my lane until I guess what ailments I have put on my turn signal. It In my senior years, I when I describe my symp- doesn’t fool around ei- have developed knowl- toms of each illness. I am ther. One day my wife was edge about many illness- always impressed with driving, and she started to es. Each year that goes by the student’s knowledge, change lanes without turn- I can accumulate another but I always have at least ing on her signal, sudden- ailment. One doctor once one ailment that they can’t ly we were jerked abruptly was astounded I was still figure out. As one of my back into our lane so hard walking after he looked at friends has said, ‘It’s the that I thought my head X-rays of my feet. I have Golden Years all right in would come off. This car a weekly pillbox that is business for the doctors.’ has a mind of its own. filled to the brim with pills I can attest to how true that I take each day. My that statement is. I don’t even want to think next new malady will re- of the day when we have quire an additional week- If I keep up my progress driverless cars. I guess ly pillbox. I’m a pharma- in acquiring new illness- though that could be good cist’s dream customer as es, I might be teaching in some ways because he smiles broadly each in medical school some- all cars would obey the time he sees me entering day. If it weren’t for us speed limits and signal his pharmacy. seniors many pharmacies when they changed lanes. would go out of business. I wonder though if they The good news is that I For years, my wife said I will be able to detect red have prescription cover- I BUY COMIC BOOKS didn’t listen when she said light and stop and then age with my supplemental something, but I proved go on the green signal? I AND BASEBALL CARDS medical insurance in addi- her wrong when I went to wonder how they will park tion to good old Medicare. 1900-1970 an audiologist, and he said themselves in a congested As though my medical I needed hearing aids. I parking space in the city. Large $$$ Paid needs are contributing to proved her wrong when I I am 100% sure though the national deficit in a big Call Robert Hughes at 310-947-9437 came home with my first that they won’t be putting way. I am sure of it when set of hearing aids. How- a quarter in the parking [email protected] I get the billing statements ever, she still says I don’t meter. DBA BOOK KINGDOM and see what Medicare has listen to what she says. paid for my care. I may Our travel these days is be the reason everyone’s confined to doctor visits monthly Medicare charge Local Handyman or tests required by doc- keeps going up. Who tors to detect new ail- • Drywall, Painting, Stucco, Patchwork knew when I was 14 years ments. Still, we learn new old working at my first job • Repair Wood, Decks, Cabinets, Wood Fencing delivering groceries after things. • Roofing, Electrical, Granite, Windows, Doors school the importance of Ernesto what was being deducted I now drive a keyless car. • Pressure Wash & Garage Cleaning from my pay for Social If I’m on the highway • Housekeeper (562) 841-4481 Security taxes. and forget to turn on my Page 4 SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] JULY 2021

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ly Sundays are held on the first Festival of Arts contemporary artwork to life Orange County Fair Sunday of each month with Laguna Beach on stage with live actors, rec- Costa Mesa Summer is in full swing, and activities and programs for all July 5 to Sept. 3 reated artwork as the set, and July 16 to Aug. 15 COVID-19 mandates have ages. At, Casa Romantica, 415 Weekdays 12 p.m. musical accompaniment by a The Orange County Fair is the been lifted for the most part. Avenida Granada, San Clem- to 11:30 p.m.; and full orchestra. A narrator tells event of the summer. People It’s time to get back to normal ente. Weekends 10 a.m. the story of a famous work of from all over Southern Cali- and have some fun be it festi- to 11:30 p.m. art, taking audience members fornia can come to the fami- vals or food events, plenty is The Festival of Arts of Laguna through a theatrical experi- ly-friendly event at the Orange happening in July. Sawdust Festival Laguna Beach Beach is a community tradi- ence unlike any other. Guests County Fairgrounds. The fair July 2 to Sept. 5 tion that has taken place since are allowed to bring their food food will offer big and small Just be sure to check with the 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily 1932, along with Pageant of and drinks, and guests over 21 with eats and treats for every venue however before heading The Sawdust Festival began in the Masters. The festival dis- may bring their alcohol. There appetite from traditional favor- to any of these events to make 1966 and has become a well- plays artwork from 140 artists are also two on-site restaurants ites like roasted corn on the cob sure, they are open and ready known annual event in Laguna from Orange County, display- to purchase food and drinks and funnel cake, to new and for visitors. Beach featuring artwork from ing all forms of art including at the event. Attendees to the unique options like Caramel more than 200 local artists in- paintings, jewelry, clothing, Pageant of the Masters may Crack Fries and spaghetti do- Brea Country Fair cluding paintings, sculpture, wood, sculpture, and more, also enjoy the Festival of Arts nuts. The Pacific Amphitheater Brea photography, clothing, and most of which are available event. At, 650 Laguna Canyon will feature headlining musical July 3 more. The festival includes to purchase. The event also Road, Laguna Beach. Show- acts and performances, and lo- 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. a variety of unique events features art workshops for all times vary. Tickets range from cal entertainment is featured Come out for the annual Brea throughout the summer includ- ages, demonstrations, art tours, $15 to $240. in The Hangar. Take a ride Country Fair for food, games, ing theme days such as Coun- live entertainment, and more. on the Ferris Wheel and oth- kids’ activities, rides, live en- try Western Day, Mardi Gras There are on-site restaurants to Mission Fest er classic fair rides or try one tertainment, and more. Auto Day, and Beatles Day. Visitors enjoy and a variety of unique San Juan Capistrano of the many carnival games. enthusiasts can bring their cars can also enjoy Taco Tuesday, events including concerts July 10 Exhibits, shopping, vendor and park on Walnut to recon- Art Alive!, fashion shows, on the green, fashion shows, The Mission Fest in San Juan display booths, and unique nect and view other classics auctions, and live entertain- Tribute Tuesdays, Art & Sto- Capistrano’s premier music, events are located throughout and custom cars. At, City Hall ment from musical acts and ry Time, Family Art Day, and food, and wine event featuring the fairgrounds. Get your fill Park, 401 S. Brea Boulevard, roving performers. Food and more. Tickets range from $5 to live music, games and activi- of action at the Sports Arena Brea. refreshments are available for $15. At, 650 Laguna Canyon ties, beer, and wine, and more. with rodeos, derbies, monster Musical performances by: purchase at the festival from a Road, Laguna Beach. trucks, and much more. At, 88 Midland, Devin Dawson, The Fair Drive, Costa Mesa. Open D. Yoder Family selection of vendors including White Buffalo, Daring Great- Wednesday through Sunday Sundays Deb’s Deli, the Sawdust Sa- Pageant of the Masters Casa Romantica Laguna Beach ly, The James Kelly Band. At, until midnight. General admis- loon, Fran’s Popcorn, Evan’s San Clemente July 7 to Sept. 3 The Outpost at Rancho Mis- sion (13-59) $12 Wednesday Gourmet Bistro, and more. July 11 The Pageant of the Masters sion Viejo Riding Park, 30753 through Friday, $14 Saturday The family-friendly event of- 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. is a Laguna Beach tradition La Pata Road, San Juan Cap- and Sunday, youth, and seniors fers something for art lovers of Free admission to Casa Ro- that began in 1932. Every istrano. Tickets: $79 to $250. $7 (ages 5 and under are free). mantica to watch creative all interests. Classes are also year, the community comes Parking $10 per car activities and performances available during the Sawdust together to put on a 90-min- based on Casa Romantica’s Festival. At, 935 Laguna Can- ute theatrical performance, programming. D. Yoder Fami- yon Road, Laguna Beach. bringing a selected classic or Continued on page 22 Page 6 SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] JULY 2021 A ‘Strange’ Way to Make Big Money • Exhibits • Health Screenings • Giveaways By Randal C. Hill SAT. AUGUST 14, 2021 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Have you ever heard of musi- reached into the car’s back seat la” fame). Burgess wanted to Buena Park Senior Activity Center cian Billy Strange? Born Wil- for a blank score pad, which put “Monotonous Melody” liam Everett Strange in 1930 in he used to sketch out arrange- out as the next Champs 45, but Long Beach, Calif., he became ments for his session-musician with a title change. Strange an in-demand session guitar- work. He quickly produced a didn’t care, saying, “It never ist/arranger in Hollywood and catchy song that he laughingly really had a name anyway.” recorded with such top-draw- dubbed “Monotonous Melo- Only later did the musician www.buenapark.com/seniors er artists as Elvis Presley, the dy.” He then sang it, tossed the find his tune become a Top 40 Join us at one of the best It does not matter if you are Beach Boys, Cher, and Nancy pad back, and —unchallenged instrumental under the name FREE events for Boomers looking for yourself or for a Sinatra. — stuck the money into his “Limbo Rock.” (Dancing un- and Seniors in OC. At this loved one, people of all ages event you can find infor- are welcome. It is never too pocket. der a limbo bar was a popular mation and resources for early to think about living One afternoon in the early party activity back then.) healthy aging, education and healthy. 1960s, Billy received a huge A few weeks later, Billy found so much more. royalty check for a throwaway himself at work in a record- Then Chubby Checker’s man- The Buena Park Senior Ac- ditty he had created previous- ing studio. A friend there, a This Orange County favorite tivity Center is located at ager, Jon Sheldon, phoned to takes place on August 14 and 8150 Knott Ave in the Ehlers ly on a whim. He felt certain music composer named Basil ask permission to add lyrics to is FREE to the public. There Event Center. For more in- that a mistake had been made “Buzz” Adlam, had just start- “Limbo Rock” and release it is entertainment, ample formation call (714) 236- and called the issuing office. ed a small-time music compa- as hitmaker Chubby’s next 45. parking, and great informa- 3870. That’s when he was told, ny and announced that he was tion for people looking for “Mr. Strange, the money is all on the lookout for some fresh themselves or family mem- Strange’s check was for bers. Free health screenings Super Senior Saturday yours.” material to record. “Buzz, $63,000 — about $450,000 to- at the Buena Park will be offered including you know, I might have one,” day. Not a bad payday for five Senior Activity Center stroke screening, glucose His quirky tale began at an Strange responded half-seri- August 14, 2021 minutes’ work from a tipsy testing and more. Many of all-night Hollywood diner, ously as he recalled his silly the exhibitors will provide 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. tunesmith trying only to win a where he and a musician friend “Monotonous Melody” tune. free samples, discounts and Boomer and Senior bet. opportunities to win great Resource Fair gulped black coffee in attempts prizes. to become sober enough to Billy and some other session Bibliography Book: drive home. Eventually, they friends tried a few different Hartman, Kent. The Wrecking Crew: The Inside climbed into their car and cau- tempos and styles before set- Story of Rock and Roll’s Best-Kept Secret. New York: Thomas Dunne Books/St. Martin’s Griffin, tiously motored off. Fighting tling on a calypso approach 2012. All quotes are from here. Internet: to stay awake, Strange twirled to the foolish work. By the Derrer, Jan. “The Billy Strange Story of Chub- the car radio dial for a while time, the musicians had re- by Checker Hit Song ‘Limbo Rock.’” Lost & Sound. Jan. 22, 2008. https://lostandsound. before settling on a local coun- peatedly sung “What a monot- wordpress.com/2012/02/27/billy-strange-sep- tember-29-1930-february-22-2012/amp/ try station that was playing a onous melody,” they were all Friskics-Warren, Bill. “Bill Strange, ‘60s Ses- tune that he detested. “Man, in hysterics. After hearing the sion Guitarist, Dies at 81.” The New York Times. Feb. 24, 2012. https://www.nytimes. I can write a song better than playback tape, Strange himself com/2012/02/25/arts/music/billy-strange-60s- session-guitarist-dies-at-81.html that in five minutes,” he boast- admitted, “That’s just about Goldstein, Robert. “Remembering Billy Strange, ed with a slur. That’s when his the dumbest thing I’ve ever Ace Session Guitarist.” NPR. March 1, 2012. Lifton, Dave. “Billy Strange, Session Gui- equally inebriated companion heard.” tarist with the Beach Boys and Elvis Presley, Dies at 71.” Ultimateclassicrock.com. Feb. slapped a $100 bill on the seat 25, 2012. https://www.npr.org/sections/there- between them and said, “Okay, A few weeks later, Billy got cord/2012/03/01/147721751/remembering-bil- ly-strange-ace-session-guitarist Billy, you’re on!” a phone call from Dave Bur- Sullivan, James. “Billy Strange, Session Guitar- ist for Elvis, Dead at 81.” Rolling Stone. Feb. gess, who led the instrumental 24, 2012. https://www.rollingstone.com/music/ With a chortle, Strange group the Champs (of “Tequi- music-news/billy-strange-session-guitarist-for- elvis-dead-at-81-117888/ Page 7 SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] JULY 2021 CLASSIFIED & PROFESSIONAL SERVICE DIRECTORY

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A leisurely drive on a coun- struggling folkie friend named with John’s lead guitarist and try road can offer a chance to John Denver. His lone claim his bass player, and the four- leave city stresses behind for a to music-world fame had been some launched into the first while and enjoy nature’s sce- his creation “Leaving on a Jet public performance of “Take nic wonders. Plane,” which had become a Me Home, Country Roads.” chart-topping single for Peter, Sometimes, though, such a Paul, and Mary but had left The audience rose collectively usually ordinary event can John’s name unknown to most for a thunderous five-minute prove life-changing. music fans. standing ovation when the tune ended. That verified to Denver Near the end of 1970, mu- After Fat City and Denver what he had felt since the night sicians Bill Danoff and his had finished their Cellar Door before when he had first heard girlfriend/future wife Taffy sets that night, they agreed to the unfinished song: this one Nivert motored along a pic- rendezvous at Bill and Taffy’s — for sure — is a winner. turesque two-lane Maryland place for an impromptu jam. highway called Clopper Road. Later, at one point, Nivert said One month later, John record- To pass the time, they batted to her partner, “Get out that ed it as an RCA Victor single, about some lyrics that they song you’re writing for Johnny with his Fat City friends pro- felt might fit into a melancholy Cash.” Danoff did as he was viding backup. On release, ode for Johnny Cash. When told and showed Denver the the radio-friendly 45 rocket- they got to “almost heaven,” tune that, at the time, consist- ed to No. 2 on “Billboard’s” Bill injected the word Mas- ed only of one chorus and one Hot 100 chart and finally gave sachusetts, which is where he verse. But John was bowled Denver the breakout hit he had was from. And while Massa- over by what he heard and spent years searching for. chusetts did contain four syl- asked to have the first crack at lables — what Danoff wanted recording it. The three worked Bibliography — he thought the state’s name throughout the night, John Book: Denver, John with Arthur Tobier. Take somehow wasn’t “musical” adding the bridge and more Me Home: An Autobiography. New York: enough. Back home in Wash- words of wistful nostalgia. By Harmony Books/Crown Publishers, Inc., ington, D. C. that night, he and dawn, they pronounced the fu- 1994. Internet: ture classic finished. Nivert chose a better-flowing Augenstein, Neal. “Real Story Behind four-syllable state name: West ‘Take Me Home, Country Roads;’ Debut Virginia. The next night, Denver played 50 Years Ago in DC Club.” https://wtop. com/dc/2020/12/real-story-behind-take- his complete set and an encore, me-home-country-roads. Dec. 21, 2020. It was a place neither had ever but the enthusiastic crowd de- The quotes are from here. been. manded one more tune. When Gitner, Jess. “At 40, ‘Take Me Home, Country Roads’ Still Belongs.” https://npr. the applause died down, he org. On Dec. 29, 1970, the 163-seat told the audience, “We just “John Denver (1943 – 1997).” https:// Cellar Door music club in the finished a brand-new song, www.biography.com/musician/john-den- ver. and I haven’t even learned the Georgetown area of Wash- Kaltenbach, Chris. “Mountain Mama! ington, D. C., offered two un- words yet.” He then unfolded John Denver’s ‘Take Me Home, Country known acts on stage that eve- a sheet of paper and taped it Roads’ Was Inspired by Maryland, Not West Virginia.” https://www.baltimore- below the mic head. Danoff ning — Bill and Taffy (who sun.com/features/baltimore-insider/bs-fe- performed as Fat City) and a joined Denver on stage, along take-me-home-20190416-story.html Page 10 SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] JULY 2021

to spend the day. Visit this popular dog-walking beach near the Four Seasons Bilt- more during low tides, then stroll over to Santa Barbara’s East Beach or Montecito’s Hammonds Beach. Plan your visit to Butterfly around the museums, boutiques, restau- rants, and the historic mission of Santa Barbara.

Malibu Malibu’s 25 coastal miles, offer much to see and do but don’t miss Point Dume, a promontory that forms the northern boundary of Santa Monica Bay. You’ll see surfing and swimming, climbers scal- ing the seaside cliffs, migrating When the going gets tough the sand in La Jolla Shores is a gray whales to be seen past the tough head to the beach. beauty. Kayakers cruise out point, and blufftop preserves to La Jolla’s sea caves while for views of the Malibu coast Now that the COVID-19 man- Boogie boarders and stand-up and Catalina Island. dates have been lifted it’s time paddlers enjoy the gentle surf to explore the many lovely on any given summer day. Remember: The safety of vis- beaches in California. From Others put on snorkeling gear itors and residents is a top LA to the OC to San Francis- and go in search of California priority in the Golden State. co, the state has some of the spiny lobsters, sheep crabs, Before traveling, familiarize best beaches in the country. and leopard sharks. yourself with local guidelines Here are a few to get you in the and regulations for all the des- mood for a road trip. Crystal Cove State Park tinations you plan to visit. Located in Laguna Beach this Huntington Beach is where the film “Beaches” Source: visitcalifornia.com Huntington City Beach is a was filmed on three miles long stretch of sandy water- of sand dotted with quaint front located in the city of 1940s-vintage cottages. Surf- Huntington Beach aka “Surf ers and skim-boarders tackle City USA.” The surf’s up reg- the reef break while others en- ularly here and starts at Sea- joy beach walks and hunting point Street and runs south to for shells. At day’s end, stroll Beach Boulevard where Hun- to the Beachcomber Café at tington State Beach starts. The sunset, then rent a firepit as 44 Years of Experience north end of City Beach from darkness emerges to roast Highest Avvo rating - 10.0 out of 10.0 Selected by peers as “Super Lawyer” 21st Street up to Seapoint marshmallows. 2007 - 2013 and 2015 - 2020 Street is known as Huntington Dog Beach and beyond that is Butterfly Beach Bolsa Chica State Beach. In Santa Barbara, this is a (213) 626-1881 • 1-(800) 699-1881 • (818) 760-9880 beautiful spot where the coast- La Jolla Shores line faces Mexico, not Hawaii. This mile-long crescent of Butterfly Beach is a great place Page 11 SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] JULY 2021

In The Spotlight Fern Pessin: Helping Those with Aging Parents Fern Pessin has written an in- Q: Tell us about your par- You likely have your own fam- Q: Are you writing another formative book called “I’ll Be ents. ily and business to deal with book? Or have you written Right There: A Guidebook for A: Mom is 84, a bone can- on top of aging parents. It’s any other books before this Adults Caring for their Aging cer survivor with cognitive overwhelming, and there are one? Parents,” for those who might decline; dad is 88 with Lewy often power/control type con- A: ‘I’m Not Gonna Live For- need some insight. Body Dementia. They have flicts between siblings as well. ever You Know,’ a guidebook been married since 1957. Dad for adults to share their wishes At the age of 56, the entrepre- told mom when she had cancer Q: What is the biggest misper- with their loved ones, is in pro- neur/writer left her successful that he’d take care of her for ception of taking care of one’s duction right now. ‘When Can career in N.Y. to move down her cancer, but she’d have to parents? We Talk? The Art of Discussing to Florida to care for her aging Photos courtesy: Fern Pessin take care of him when he was A: People think because you Life Decision Topics with your parents. SR: What is your education? 83 and that’s when we found love each other and have the Loved Ones’ was just finished. Pessin: BA in Education; com- out he had dementia. best intentions, everything They should both be available She assumed the role with- pleted graduate work for MS in will all fall into place. It’s way by mid-summer. out a clue of where to begin. Special Ed; Home Health Aide Q: How about 2-3 tips on this more complicated than that. Through her journey, she has Certification and Red Cross topic for our readers who are There are resentments from amassed a ton of knowledge CPR/First Aid Certification. over 55? childhood issues, different The and wrote this book as a blue- A: Plan before you need it. thoughts on best actions for print to help the estimated 34 Q: Career aspirations as a Legal, financial, household, parents between siblings, se- Senior million other adult children kid? health … Share your wishes crets that have been kept that might come out, and feelings Reporter caring for their aging parents A: Become a teacher and I did and just-in-case information is published monthly by: of things being out of control in the U.S., as they navigate … I taught elementary school with your family and get the SENIOR REPORTER because ‘stuff’ keeps coming this difficult terrain. where I went to elementary same information from your OF OC up, just when you think you’ve school. parents. Take care of yourself Email: jcampos@ got it all managed. and build a support network of seniorreporterofoc.com resources. Telephone Q: Why did you write the Q: Are you married? Kids? book? (714) 975-6345 Pets? Fax A: It took me so long to find Q: How difficult is it for a A: I am divorced. No kids. I do (714) 369-6517 the information that I needed, I child to take care of their par- pet sitting. Rate is $28.00 per year. hoped to be able to help others ents? Guest articles, commentaries who don’t have time to search A: In addition to all the fi- Q: Spare time? Hob- and photographs are invited, however, publication is at the and figure it out. I wanted to nancial, physical, and logisti- bies? discretion of the editor reduce caregiver stress. cal challenges, a child is also A: I love to cook and enter- EDITOR: DEBBIE L. SKLAR dealing with the emotional re- tain but COVID has put that DIRECTOR OF SALES: JAMES WEBB Q: Is the book written from a lationship triggers from being on hold. My friends think I’m ADVERTISING MANAGER: Photos courtesy: Fern Pessin personal perspective? raised by these people that you WILLIAM THOMAS strange because I make elab- GRAPHICS: Here is more about Pessin, 60, A: Very much personal per- are now caring for. orate meals for myself. I read SEASIDE GRAPHICS & PRINTING and her book, which is avail- spective. It feels like a friend whenever I can, and though Contributing Writers: able on Amazon, Barnes & talking to a friend with amus- Parents don’t want you to be it’s my profession to help other Les Goldberg, Shana McCann, Noble, FernOnAmazon.com, ing anecdotes and unexpected their boss: ‘You’re not my writers tell their stories (mem- Jim McDevitt, Lyn Jensen, illberightthere.com, Walmart, tips and shortcuts. (So, people mother!’ for example, or ‘Who oir ghostwriter). I also love to Nick Thomas, Randal C. Hill and Target. have said!) do you think you are?’ write fiction and stories. Page 12 SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] JULY 2021

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We had as customers can quickly iden- Over the years, Besame Cos- an idea to create a new kind tify the right products for their metics continued to grow its of lipstick product that wastes skin tone and experiment with cult following with meticu- 0% of the lipstick for consum- new looks in an entirely vir- lously designed, historically ers everywhere.” tual format including, for the inspired, and highly pigment- first time ever, “virtual try-on” ed cosmetics that surpass ex- The Lip Laster works as fol- the flawless effect of airbrush pectations. lows: with a simple push, on their skin. Visit www.lumi- twist, and pull of the device, Recognized for innovation nesscosmetics.com In addition to curating Besame consumers can save money, and expertise in complexion Cosmetics’ branded makeup As more people begin to re- avoid waste, and contribute to for more than 25 years, LU- Bésame Cosmetics and skincare line, Besame Cos- move their masks due to vac- a greener planet for communi- MINESS is a market leader Longing to bring back the cine shots, lipstick is back on ties everywhere. Additionally, in airbrush technology, consis- simple glamour of her grand- Continued on page 25 the rise, and Lip Laster can the life cycle of the lipstick tently pushing the boundaries help buyers get the most out of is now extended another few to provide its customers with a their lipstick purchases. days, or even weeks, depend- flawless experience. Now, the ing on how much lipstick the direct-to-consumer brand that Krazy Good Idea, LLC, the consumer uses. put handheld airbrush technol- makers of Lip Laster — the ogy into the hands of the con- revolutionary cosmetic tool The empty lipstick tube can sumer with its recent release, that helps consumers get the then be properly recycled af- the Breeze Airbrush System, most out of their lipstick prod- ter it is extracted, reducing our takes another step forward in ucts, has lipstick-saving and carbon footprint while pre- the future of beauty by part- environmentally conscious in- serving the planet. The team nering with Perfect Corp., a ventions available for buyers behind the lipstick device be- provider of augmented reality everywhere. lieves we should all do our part (AR) and artificial intelligence to leave the planet cleaner than (AI) beauty tech solutions, Considering that 26% of lip- we found it. on three new services: Shade stick ends up lodged inside Finder, Virtual Try-On, and traditional lipstick designs, The Lip Laster is a reusable Beauty Advisor 1-on-1. Wayne Roby wasting lipstick and resources device that can be cleaned af- Lic. #2E53390 • (310) 251-8091 along the way, Krazy Good ter each depleted use and ac- The easy-to-use technologies [email protected] Page 14 SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] JULY 2021 Life After Mother By Lyn Jensen ‘Exploring probate and estate issues from personal experience.’ Have a Heart for What’s Inherited My mother watched in hor- all available space used, other ror what happened after the rooms remained stuffed with elderly couple that lived next things not for sale, or not ap- door to her died within a few praised yet. months of each other. Their daughter filled up a truck-sized The saleswoman finally said, dumpster with what looked ‘Just stop!’ even as I kept like the entire contents of the bringing out more things. house and hauled it all away as trash. Having dozens of strangers in my house while COVID raged My mother was so trauma- was a major concern. I told tized by what she saw, I prom- the saleswoman I wanted cus- ised her I’d never empty the clear out everything — even tomers to wear facemasks and contents of her house into a what’s fastened down — to the gloves, but the notice she sent dumpster and haul it all away bare walls. Others are willing out mentioned masks but not as trash. to sell less. gloves.

I’ve seen examples of homes Since I was living in my moth- so trashy that trashing the en- er’s house, I insisted on keep- tire contents may be the best ing enough of the household 949 363-0901 solution, but neither the neigh- intact I could continue to live DRE01526916 bors’ nor my mother’s house comfortably. fit that description. Estate sales are one option for disposing of When I hired an estate sales a home’s contents that bring in professional, I told her I want- I handed out all the dispos- money and reduces trash. ed to sell about half of what able gloves I had, still had was in the living room, kitch- bare-handed people handling en, and garage, and about a multiple surfaces, while some quarter of the other rooms. At people waltzed in bare-faced and had to be admonished DRE01526916 first, she appeared to be con- cerned about having enough about masks, too. I had to do to sell, but by the time the liv- much sanitizing afterward. ing room, kitchen, and back- You can manage an estate sale yard were set up for the sale, Dealing with the public is nev- yourself, but it’s much more er for the faint-hearted. Pav- (949) 363-0901 work than a garage sale. A pro- ing stones got ripped from the fessional who handles much ground. A coin disappeared of the work in return for a per- from a coin collection. People centage of what’s sold can be wanted single rocks from the invaluable. family rock collection.

Some only handle sales that Continued on page 21 Page 15 SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] JULY 2021 Judge Judy: No Benchwarmer By Les Goldberg

In case you haven’t heard, one ductive” and hard to give judge. Four years later, she was of our all-time favorite TV up. “I’m not tired. I still promoted to supervising judge judges, Judge Judy, is taking feel engaged in what I do, in the family court’s Man- her show to a different court- and I still have people who hattan division. She earned a room. like to watch it.” reputation as a “tough” judge (though she has disagreed The jury is still out on wheth- um. The doorbell never stops And so, the Judge Judy with the labels “tough” and er the new digital streaming ringing. The dogs don’t even phenomenon continues. “harsh”,) known for her quick version, “Judy Justice”, will decision-making. bark at the delivery people in juvenile court. The cou- reach the award-winning suc- Sheindlin was born Judith anymore. ple moved to New York and cess levels of the 25-year-long Susan Blum in the Brooklyn had two children, Jamie, and run of her iconic show, but borough of New York City, “After I signed this deal, I Adam, and divorced in 1976 Amazon’s IMDb-TV is betting to a Jewish family, from Ger- apologized to Jerry. Who after 12 years of marriage. it will. would have thought that the many, Russia, and Ukraine. Sheindlin’s and Amazon She described her father as She was hired as a corporate According to Judy Sheindlin’s would be mishpachah (Yiddish “the greatest thing since sliced lawyer for a cosmetics firm new TV producers, the new for family)?” bread” and her mother as “a soon after her graduation, but court program, which will de- meat and potatoes kind of gal.” within two years she became but this fall, will be the first The end of her CBS contract dissatisfied with her job and such show on a streaming for the Judge Judy franchise at left to raise her two children. platform. The purchase of the the end of the 2020/21 season She was made aware of a posi- initial 100 episodes is believed was no secret. She revealed the tion in the New York court sys- to be the largest purchase for a In February 1993, Sheindlin’s news during an appearance on tem as a prosecutor in the fam- streaming show. reputation made her the sub- “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” ily courts in 1972. In her role ject of a “Los Angeles Times” last year. as a lawyer, Blum prosecuted article, profiling her as a child abuse cases, domestic vi- woman determined to make When asked about retirement, olence, and juvenile crime. Sheindlin has stated that it is the court system work for the up to her viewers and when common good. She subse- they tire of watching the pro- quently was featured in a seg- gram. As of now, however, the Judy Blum attended James ment on CBS’s “60 Minutes” polls show that her fans are Madison High School in that brought her national rec- ready for more of the feisty le- Brooklyn before going on ognition. This led to her first gal beagle. to American University in book, “Don’t Pee on My Leg “I’m over the moon to be in Washington, D.C., where she and Tell Me It’s Raining,” pub- business with Amazon Studios lished in 1996. She retired as She says the court show is “se- graduated with a Bachelor of In 1977, Judy Blum-Levy be- and continuing this incredible a family court judge that same Arts degree, majoring in gov- came Judy Sheindlin when she journey with them on a new year after having heard more ernment. She finished her law married Judge Jerry Sheindlin, platform is so exciting,” she than 20,000 cases. school education at New York who was an arbitrator on “The said. “I used to yell at my hus- Law School, where she earned People’s Court” from 1999 to band, Jerry, for all the packag- After the “60 Minutes” spe- her Juris Doctor degree in 2001. es he had ordered from Ama- 1965 and passed the New York cial on her family court career zon every day. I have enough State Bar examination a few By 1982, Sheindlin’s “no-non- in 1993 and authoring her first mouthwash in the cabinets to months later. Before gradua- sense” attitude inspired New book shortly thereafter (“Don’t keep the entire planet’s breath tion, she married Ronald Levy, York Mayor Ed Koch to ap- fresh until the next millenni- who later became a prosecutor point her as a criminal court Continued on page 25 Page 16 SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] JULY 2021

Hints for Homeowners en and bathroom surfaces, on it; and a brief video, “What is What to Know About Mold and Mildew window frames, in basements). mold? Who’s affected?”—a If you’re like a lot of home- Homes in areas where quick guide to the dangers of mold in your home. owners, your domicile is in there’s a potential for How To Fight Mold danger from an insidious, in- flooding, tornadoes, or The good news is there are Who Can Fight Mold visible growth—mold—and hurricanes are especial- steps you can take to identify and remove mold, and prevent If mold damage is severe, it you don’t even know it. That’s ly at risk. Mold typically its re-occurrence by keeping may be time to seek the help of because for many people, mold grows in damp places such an OEHS professional or Cer- as basements and crawl- the water out of the house. conjures up images of smelly, tified Industrial Hygienist with spaces. Apart from floods, AIHA (formerly American In- green and black growth that For your family’s health and your extensive mold investigation home’s structural integrity, don’t dustrial Hygiene Association), can cause serious respirato- the four major causes of mold let mold grow. Experts can help. the organization for scientists and remediation experience. and water damage in residenc- ry issues. It is often found in and professionals committed You can find a list of OEHS Why To Fight Mold es are: leaks in the building a home after an intrusive wa- to preserving and ensuring oc- experts at www.aiha.org/pub- Mold and water damage can envelope (that is, around win- ter event, such as a flood or a cupational and environmental lic-resources/consultants-list- have a negative effect on your dow frames, roof); unattended severe rainstorm. The reality health and safety (OEHS) in ing. and your family’s health, as plumbing leaks; high humidity is, just about every home has the workplace and communi- mold, though it only becomes well as on the safety and struc- levels (particularly from un- ty, created free resources for a concern when there are moist ture of your home. People with vented or improperly vented consumers including: “Facts building materials and you allergies to mold may experi- indoor moisture sources, such About Mold: A Consumer Fo- begin to notice visible mold ence sneezing, runny nose, red as kitchens, bathrooms, and cus,” a downloadable guide to growth and can smell it. eyes, rash and upper respirato- clothes dryers); and condensa- the problems of mold growth ry problems. tion on cool surfaces (on kitch- and what you can do to prevent Page 17 SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] JULY 2021 July Book Club

at a masquerade and insecure; a woman totally too much. As soon as she was White House Chief of Staff. ball in a diaph- unwilling to accept the female old enough, Arden changed Herb served the Trump Or- anous dress: no status of underdog or to hand her name and disappeared ganization for 27 years, hold- wonder the trial over all the power, the glory, from the public eye. ing jobs in everything from a was a sensation. and the adventures of life to food and beverage manager at However, Eliz- men,” according to Publisher “Now a young woman liv- the Trump Magnifica to being abeth refused to Simon & Schuster UK. ing hundreds of miles away, the first general manager of Whether you’re headed to the submit to public humiliation Arden goes by Olivia. She’s the Trump Bloody Run Golf local beach or simply sitting and retire quietly. Rather than The Girl from Widow managed to stay off the radar Course. And when his old boss poolside or even in your back- backing gracefully out of the Hills for the last few years. But with asks ‘his favorite Jew’ to take yard, summer is a wonderful limelight, she embarked on a the 20th anniversary of her on the daunting role of chief of time to read a good book. Here A Novel Grand Tour of Europe, being By Megan Miranda rescue approaching, the me- staff, Herb, spurred on by loy- are a few titles to explore and welcomed by the Pope and dia will inevitably renew its alty agrees. immerse yourself in on a warm Catherine the Great, among interest in Arden. Where is she afternoon. others. now? Soon Olivia feels like “But being the chief of staff is she’s being watched and be- a lot different from being a for- The Duchess Countess “As maid of honor to Augusta, gins sleepwalking again, like mer hospitality expert. Soon, By Catherine Ostler Princess of Wales, Elizabeth she did long ago, even wak- Herb finds himself deeply in- led her life in the inner circle of ing up outside her home. Until volved in Russian intrigue, the Hanoverian court and her late one night, she jolts awake deflecting rumors about Mike exploits delighted and scan- in her yard. At her feet is the Pence’s high school involve- dalized the press and the peo- corpse of a man she knows — ment in a Satanic cult, and ple. She made headlines and from her previous life, as Ar- leading President Trump’s was a constant feature in pen- den Maynor …,” according to reelection campaign …,” ac- ny prints and gossip columns. Publisher Simon & Schuster. cording to Publisher Simon & Writers were intrigued by her. Schuster. Thackeray drew on Elizabeth “Everyone knows the story of Make Russia Great as inspiration for his calculat- ‘the girl from Widow Hills.’ Again On Ocean Boulevard ing, alluring Becky Sharp. But A Novel Part of The Beach her behavior, often depicted as “Arden Maynor was just a By Christopher Buckley House attention-seeking and manip- child when she was swept away By Mary Alice Monroe ulative, hid a more complex while sleepwalking during a “When the glamorous Eliza- tale – that of Elizabeth’s fight terrifying rainstorm and went beth Chudleigh, Duchess of to overcome personal tragedy missing for days. Strangers Kingston, Countess of Bristol, and loss. and friends, neighbors, and went on trial at Westminster rescue workers set up search Hall for bigamy in April 1776, “Now, in this brilliantly told parties and help vigils, pray- the story drew more attention and evocative biography, Cath- ing for her safe return. Against in society than the American erine Ostler takes a fresh look all odds, she was found, alive, War of Independence. at Elizabeth’s story and seeks clinging to a storm drain. The to understand and reappraise a girl from Widow Hills was a “A clandestine, candlelit wed- woman who refused to be de- living miracle. Arden’s mother ding to the young heir to an fined by society’s expectations wrote a book. Fame followed. earldom, a second marriage of her. A woman who was by Fans and fan letters, creeps, to a Duke, a lust for diamonds turns, brave, loving, and gen- and stalkers. And every year, “Herb Nutterman never intend- and an electrifying appearance erous but also reckless, greedy, the anniversary. It all became ed to become Donald Trump’s Continued on page 21 Page 18 SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] JULY 2021 PCH: The Perfect Road Trip? By Shana McCann

By the time you read this, Cal- from jobs and the bustling side the walls of the library is ifornia will be COVID-restric- city, and make you realize why matched only by the scenery tion free. If you are fully vacci- tourists flock here from every- of the beautiful homes, cliffs, nated, you can shed the masks, where else. and beaches that abound just a get up close and personal with few blocks away. your friends and family and Here are some of the high- Huntington Beach Pier View do just about anything you lights of the PCH experience, Laguna Beach Tower Newport Beach with its active art center, color- did pre-pandemic. One way to starting in Dana Point. With art galleries too numer- ful stores, and the International ease into a sense of ‘normalcy’ ous to mention here, the city Surfing Museum. is to go on a day-long road trip. Dana Point is a year-round destination for art lovers who attend the annu- At PCH and Main Street is the A short getaway in your car al Pageant of the Master’s and site of the Huntington Beach serves a dual purpose – it is Newport Beach Balboa Fun Zone the Laguna Art Museum with Pier with Ruby’s Diner at the COVID-safe, and it is, by all more than 3,000 works in its While Newport Beach is a end on the ocean side along standards, air-conditioned. collection, all by California mecca for the rich and famous, with Duke’s Restaurant, and artists. its harbor of boats and yachts Jack’s Surf Shop, Fred’s Can- Now that summer is in full Dana Point Harbor of all sizes is a sight to behold. tina, and a host of shops and swing and heat waves are The small coastal community Between the galleries are a va- Surfers from around the globe eateries on the inland side. The scorching the inland areas is known for its pristine sandy riety of restaurants, including gather at The Wedge, the beach city also houses the Surfing of the Southland, the coolest beaches, an annual blues festi- an old-fashioned ice cream area known for its dynamic Walk of Fame and the New- destinations (and I mean that val, and plenty of opportunities parlor and the Driftwood and dangerous waves, while land House, the oldest home literally) are along the beach, for whale and dolphin watch- Kitchen, famous for its oyster more docile tourists and visi- built in Huntington Beach in accessed easily by one of the ing, and charter boat fishing dishes. Looking south of PCH, tors enjoy the historic Balboa 1898. most beautiful roadways in adventures. It is also a good your view includes seven miles Pier and Fun Zone with a Fer- America, Pacific Coast High- place to enjoy morning break- of beaches with sea coves, tide ris wheel, Duffy boat rentals, Seal Beach way, known affectionately as fast in one of the many bou- pools, and cliffs with waves cafes, and bars. For shoppers, PCH. tique cafes and coffee shops slamming against them. that dot PCH and the scenic the Fashion Island Mall is an attraction all to its own. Dana Point Harbor Drive. Corona del Mar

From the comfort of your Huntington Beach air-conditioned vehicle, you Seal Beach Main Street will enjoy the views of Salt Nestled between Huntington Creek and Dana Strands PCH Map Beach and its big neighbor to beaches, the Monarch Beach the north – Long Beach and Technically, PCH is officially Resort, and the city’s Head- Corona del Mar Rock Arch Los Angeles County -- is his- designated as a southern part lands Conservation area and Further north a few miles are toric Seal Beach. of State Route 1, or Highway Nature Interpretive Center. the quaint community of Coro- Huntington Beach Pier & Ruby’s 1, starting near the I-5 at Dana Diner na del Mar, which in Spanish The beach itself is an exten- Point and ending in Ventura Laguna Beach means Crown of the Sea. The first thing you will notice sion of the long stretch of County, but the entire road trip Just a 20-minute drive north, while driving through the city beaches paralleling PCH, ex- will take you from greater Los with the blue Pacific on one As you proceed through the cept it boasts the second-larg- Angeles to San Francisco. For side and the affluent hillside known as ‘Surf City, USA’ is PCH row of shops and restau- est all-wooden pier (Oceanside now, however, we’re going to homes on the other, you will the eight and a half miles of rants you will find the unique in San Diego County has the take you on a day trip that is arrive in one of America’s wide, sandy beaches. You’ll Sherman Library and Garden, longest) in California. guaranteed to beat the heat, most famous art colonies – La- a quiet and beautiful botanical also pass through, or stop for serve as a temporary escape guna Beach. garden. The floral scenery in- lunch, the downtown district Continued on page 19 Page 19 SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] JULY 2021 PCH: The Perfect Road Trip? Making Life More Fun continued New Attractions Highlight Pigeon Forge’s 60th Year as Vacation Destination If you’re like most Americans, sic alongside a full menu you’re eager to get out of the of American cuisine. Like house and out into the world. its Nashville sister proper- In fact, according to a recent ty, the 10,000-square-foot Harris poll, 77 percent said venue features songwriters Seal Beach Seal Long Beach Pine Avenue they plan to take a trip this and vocalists on an expan- year. sive stage, plus indoor and But if you want to get out of continue north just one mile to outdoor dining. Other new the car and stretch your legs, enter Long Beach and its re- The gateway city offers a wide variety of experiences to stay, fetch an ice cream cone, or just For more than 10 million peo- tenants include BAAK Bou- juvenated oceanfront environ- play and dine in the Great Smoky ple annually, a great place to tique, J&P Cycles, REI Co-op, enjoy the ambiance of an early ment, complete with modern Mountains. 20th century seaside village, visit is Pigeon Forge, Tennes- Royal Bee, Azul Cantina, Cin- shopping areas, homes, seaside two-seat throttle-powered Seal Beach and downtown see, now celebrating 60 years naholic, Cream & Sugar, and restaurants, and nightclubs. coaster karts travel an approx- along Main Street are the plac- as the top family-friendly va- Currahee Vineyard & Winery. imately 2,000-foot-long track es to do it. cation destination in the Great Weather permitting, guests can The restaurants on Pine Street that features thrilling S-turns. Smoky Mountains with new catch a free Friday evening are open again – inside and attractions. Movie on the Lawn. While there, you can also vis- out – and business is booming • Camp Margaritaville RV Re- it the San Gabriel River Bike in the downtown area. If you What To See In Pigeon Forge sort offers three distinctly dif- •Dollywood’s 36th season con- Trail, the U.S. World War II are around my age – 70 some- • The Island at Pigeon Forge ferent ways to kick back and tinues with the new Harmonies Submarine Memorial, Natural thing – you might remember unleashes SkyFly: Soar Amer- relax combined with a unique of the Heart and A Brighter Wildlife Refuge, and M&M this area as The Pike, a coastal ica, an indoor flying adven- “five o’clock somewhere” at- Day live shows and the Sum- Surfing School, for instance. amusement park-like district ture that takes passengers high titude. The 37-acre property mer Celebration festival. Or you might want to take a that catered to returning WWII above Alaska’s glaciers, the includes nearly 180 RV sites Seal Beach Food Tour to sam- sailors at the huge Navy base Grand Canyon, Niagara Falls, along with upscale bath and •Pigeon Forge visitors can take ple the wide variety of culi- nearby. laundry facilities. The center- nary dining establishments the the Great Smoky Mountains, advantage of a 600-foot-long piece is a 79-room lodge fea- city has to offer. and a dozen more of the na- covered pedestrian bridge con- tion’s most beautiful natural turing a restaurant, bar, camp necting the LeConte Center at store, putting green and pool. Although we don’t recommend wonders and iconic landmarks. Pigeon Forge, a city-owned It’s conveniently close to the it while on this PCH road trip, Aquarium of the Pacific Moving seats combined with events center, to the new sounds, scents, and mists are Pigeon Forge Parkway but el- Mountain Lot and 2,148 free a separate visit to Clancy’s Bar Today, the modern city is an part of the picturesque journey. evated, providing guests with parking spaces. The walkway is an idea worth pondering, es- international attraction for spectacular mountain views. is just blocks from the city’s pecially on St. Patrick’s Day. It its beaches, restaurants with new Mass Transit headquar- is the closest you’ll get to Ire- stunning views, the Aquarium • The world’s first toy-themed • The Mountain Mile adds ters in Patriot Park. Pigeon land on the West Coast. of the Pacific, the Belmont mini golf course, Toy Box two new food- and entertain- Forge Mass Transit’s trolleys Shores area, The Queen Mary, Mini Golf, features 18-holes ment-focused venues. Guy Fi- operate year-round with one- Long Beach and shoreline hotels. brought to life by 30-foot-tall recreations of some of the eri’s Downtown Flavortown, day passes available for con- a 43,000-square-foot family venient, hassle-free transpor- Now that your PCH road trip most popular and nostalgic entertainment center with a tation along the city’s six-mile has ended, it’s time to plan toys from the past and pres- 300-seat restaurant featur- Parkway. your next daytime getaway. ent, each becoming a favorite ing Fieri’s signature cuisine, Stay tuned for more ideas. photo op. A toy store and laser maze complete the experience. a 14-lane Duck Pin bowl- As Pigeon Forge Executive Long Beach Shoreline Village ing alley, over 10,000 square Director of Tourism Leon As dinnertime approaches and • Another first in the world feet of state-of-the-art arcade Downey puts it, “Our top- you are ready to put the road is the new Power Coaster at games and more. The Listen- trip in your rearview mirror, Rowdy Bear Mountain. The ing Room will serve live mu- Continued on page 30 Page 20 SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] JULY 2021 Page 21 SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] JULY 2021

Understanding Our Environment Life After Mother July Climate Change Likely Shifted the Axis Continued from page 14 Book Club Continued from page 17 One guy tried to buy two sets of the Earth, According to a New Study of fondue forks and leave me “It’s been 16 years since Caret- Global warming that caused “The findings offer a clue stuck with two fondue pots and ta ‘Cara’ Rutledge has returned glacial melting is likely the for studying past cli- nothing to eat from them with. home to the beautiful shores cause of a shift in the move- mate-driven polar motion,” One couple tried to convince of Charleston, South Caroli- ment of the Earth’s poles in explained Suxia Liu, a hy- me to sell the light fixture in na. Over those years, she has the 1990s, according to a new drologist at the University my kitchen ceiling — when it weathered the tides of deaths study in Geophysical Research of the Chinese Academy of shorted out a few months lat- and births, struggles, and joys. Letters, AGU’s journal for Sciences. er, I thought how that could’ve And now, as Cara prepares for high-impact, short-format re- been their problem. her second wedding, her life is about to change yet again. ports with immediate impli- Water Loss And Polar Another couple brought a ce- cations spanning all Earth and Drift space sciences. NASA Earth Observatory image ramic pot to the sales counter. “Meanwhile, the rest of the by Robert Simmon. Using data on glacier loss I asked what happened to the storied Rutledge family is also and estimations of ground- cactus that had been in it and in flux. Cara’s niece Linnea Melting glaciers redistribut- land from melting glaciers and water pumping, Liu and her got blank looks. Weeks later returns to Sullivan’s Island ed enough water to cause the groundwater pumping. colleagues calculated how the I found the cactus — a gift to begin a new career and an direction of polar wander to water stored on land changed. from a friend — dumped in the unexpected relationship. Lin- turn, and accelerate, eastward, Changing The Length Of They found that the contribu- bushes, beyond saving. nea’s parents, having survived according to the new research. Your Days tions of water loss from the po- The change to the Earth’s axis bankruptcy, pin their hopes lar regions was the main driver Enough complaining, since I “The faster ice melting under isn’t large enough that it would and futures on the construction of polar drift. did sell about half of what was global warming was the most affect daily life, Humphrey of a new home on Ocean Bou- for sale, including some things likely cause,” said Shanshan added. It could change the levard. But as excitement over “I think it brings an interest- I was glad to see go, and free- Deng, a researcher at the Uni- length of day we experience, the house and wedding builds, ing piece of evidence to this ing up much-needed space. versity of the Chinese Acade- he said, but only by millisec- a devastating illness strikes question,” said Humphrey. “It Enough money was made to my of Sciences. onds. the family and brings plans tells you how strong this mass pay for a fresh coat of paint on to a screeching halt. It is un- change is—it’s so big that the house’s exterior. I’m now der these trying circumstances Changing Poles While the melting glaciers it can change the axis of the planning my next estate sale, that the Rutledge family must The North and South Poles ar- were the main driver of polar to clear out what was left in the come together yet again to en’t static, unchanging spots. drift in the 1990s, “the ground- Earth.” closets the first time. discover the enduring strength The axis Earth spins around water contribution is also an in love, tradition, and legacy keeps moving. important one,” Humphrey What It Means said. The analysis revealed Liu said the research has larger from mother to daughter to granddaughter. The Earth spins around an axis large changes in water mass implications for understanding kind of like a top, explains in California, Texas, China land water storage earlier in “Like the sea turtles that come Vincent Humphrey, a climate and India—all areas that pump the 20th century. Researchers ashore annually on these wind- scientist at the University of large amounts of groundwater have 176 years of data on po- swept islands, three genera- Zurich. If the weight of the top for agricultural use. lar drift. By using some of the tions of the Rutledge family moves, the spinning top starts methods in this study, it could experience a season of return, to lean and wobble. The same Backward In Time be possible to estimate how rebirth, and growth, … ” ac- thing happens to the Earth as Researchers discovered a way much land water was lost in cording to Publisher Gallery weight shifts from one area to to rewind modern pole track- past years. Books. another. ing analysis to learn why the Earth’s poles shifted in the Learn More Changes in polar drift can oc- mid-1990s. The new research For more information and to cur for a number of reasons, calculates the total land water read the study, visit news.agu. including changes in water on loss in the 1990s. org. 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Come out to purchase food PCH and Warner, near Sea Beach Cleanups sun and bring water. Ages 6 from a variety of some of the Legs at The Beach, Hunting- San Clemente years – Adult (Kids under 14 best food trucks in SoCal and ton Beach. and Huntington Beach need to be supervised by an enjoy live music from Bump- Held the first and second Sat- adult). Donations of heavy-du- town. At, Ehlers Event Center, Ongoing Events urday of every month. ty trash bags, work gloves, and You can naturally and 8150 Knott Ave., Buena Park. Santa Ana Art Walk bottled water are appreciated. tastefully boost your immu- Santa Ana The monthly cleanup event At, Bolsa Chica Conservancy nity year-round with vitamin La Habra Host Lions First Saturday of the Month helps keep beaches clean while Interpretive Center, 3842 War- C-rich frozen strawberries. Club Pasta Fest & Car 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. learning about coastal conser- ner Ave., Huntington Beach. Fresh California strawberries Show Downtown Santa Ana offers a vation and marine debris. The are hand-picked year-round and frozen strawberries can be La Habra look at the arts on the first Sat- cleanups are held on the first Visitor Night at found in most grocers’ freezers July 17 urday of each month when gal- Saturday in San Clemente and UCI Observatory winter, spring, summer, and 4:30 to 8 p.m. leries, theatres, artists, and per- the second Saturday in Hun- UCI Irvine Come out for an evening of formers in the Artists Village tington. At, Huntington State UCI Observatory is open to fall. For nutrition facts, tips and recipes, visit www.Cali- family fun. Enjoy a pasta din- host a monthly Open House Beach, Lifeguard Tower No. the public, around five times forniaStrawberries.com ner served at 6 p.m., other for the public. There are typi- 2; San Clemente State Beach. per year. Visitor Nights are . activities include a car show, cally more than 150 participat- free of charge, although a do- Buttermilk Mashed Cal- ice cream truck, kids’ corner, ing studios and galleries locat- Beach Cleanups nation per family is suggested ifornia Sweetpotatoes with escape room, live entertain- ed in historic buildings in the Seal Beach to defray the costs, and there is heart of downtown Santa Ana. Held from 9 a.m. to noon, the a campus parking fee. Please Fresh Herbs are easy enough ment, and more. At, La Habra third Saturday of every month. check the website before at- to make for a weeknight din- Community Center, 101 W. La The monthly event lets you At the community event, tending. Weather conditions ner and elegant enough for Habra Blvd., La Habra. Tick- buy original artwork from var- gloves, bags, and pickers are may cause the event to be company and special occa- ets: adults $25, children 12 and ious artists. It also will have provided, you are asked to canceled. At, The Observato- sions throughout the year. under $10. open viewings of working lofts bring a reusable water bottle if ry, University of California, Plus, California sweetpotatoes owned by artists and designers you need one. At, 15 First St., Irvine. are a nice change from regular Yoga Festival all in an award-winning urban (beach parking lot at the end of mashed potatoes—and with Huntington Beach setting. First Street, Seal Beach), Seal more fiber. Get the recipe and July 31 Beach. Call, (562) 884-6764. learn more at www.casweetpo- 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Dachshund Races tatoes.com. All yoga lovers are invited to Huntington Beach Bolsa Chica Conservancy A simple, free and us- attend the OC Yoga Festival in Sundays Wetland Restoration er-friendly mobile app lets Huntington Beach. This event 3 p.m. (doors open at 2 p.m.) Events will be hosted by the top yoga families share and relive daily See the short-legged but swift Huntington Beach studios in the area. Some of the experiences and special mo- ‘wiener dogs’ race to the finish Second Sunday and Last ments with loved ones even activities include a 5k fun run, line once a month at Old World Saturday of each month thousands of miles apart with classes and demonstrations, Village. Arrive early and stay 9 a.m.to 12 p.m. just a click. Called My Grand- meditation, and sound healing, for lunch on the dog-friend- Enjoy the Great Outdoors kids, it’s available in the Apple workshops, talks, live music, a ly patio. $3 admission fee for while helping restore the Bolsa Store and on Google Play. DJ and dance party, and more adults, $2 for kids. At, Old Chica Wetlands twice month- World Village, 7561 Center than 80 vendors. Get access to ly. Service includes restoration There may soon be good Ave., Huntington Beach. unlimited yoga classes with of native plant communities news for people with spi- a VIP ticket (single-day and through non-native plant re- nal cord injuries. NervGen’s two-day tickets are available). moval and cleanup efforts. NVG-291 could be a signifi- General admission tickets get Wear close-toed shoes, layered cant breakthrough. Learn more you access to one class. At, clothing, protection from the at www.nervgen.com. Page 23 SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] JULY 2021

Tinseltown TalksBy Nick Thomas

families or with parents who ‘Matilda’ turns 25 didn’t care about them, and the movie showed them there was When British author Roald care?’ But I’ve come to realize a way out and that they could Dahl’s beloved 1988 novel how important some films can find people who cared. So, “Matilda” was transformed be to people.” it’s a comforting movie about into a fantasy comedy movie feeling powerless, then finding a decade later, the film became Despite the popularity of the power. People write to me all hugely popular. It remains spirited little actress in the ad- the time about the impact it an enjoyable family movie ditional 90s hits “Mrs. Doubt- had on their lives, and I love to watch with children and fire,” the remake of “Miracle that.” grandchildren today, 25 years on 34th Street,” and “A Sim- after its release in July 1996. ple Wish,” Wilson had slipped Mara Wilson all grown up - from the public spotlight photo by Ari Scott, from publicist by the decade’s end – a gentle, but rather shy which largely self-imposed exile. is not uncommon for actors.’ Not surprisingly, he was usu- “I grew out of that cute ally hilarious on the set and stage and didn’t develop responded in typical Williams’ into the classic Hollywood style when she told him of her beauty as I got older,” she fondness for musicals such as explained. “I didn’t like “The Sound of Music” and being reduced to adjec- “South Pacific.” Danny DeVito, Mara Wilson, and Rhea Perlman, in Matilda - TriS- tives – you’re thin or short or tar Pictures tall or blonde – and was no lon- Wilson’s autobiography, “Where Am I Now? True Stories of Filled with memorable char- ger comfortable going to audi- Girlhood and Accidental Fame.” acters including a callous and tions. I still do some fun TV or dishonest family as well as a Web projects for friends, and I Wilson’s autobiography, “Where tyrannical school principal, love voice-over work because Am I Now? - True Stories Matilda was portrayed by no one is judging how I look Richard Attenborough and Mara of Girlhood and Accidental or how many times a week I Wilson in Miracle on 34th Street - Fame,” was published in 2016. adorable child actor Mara Wil- Twentieth Century Fox son who battles and eventually work out!” overcomes adversity. It was “So, he started singing Nick Thomas teaches at Au- one of four films in the 90s that ‘Nothing Like a Dame,’ burn University at Montgom- made Wilson famous. Matilda, which was funny because ery, Ala., and has written fea- she says, was a role she was there he was, a man dressed tures, columns, and interviews thrilled to play. like a woman singing there for over 850 magazines and was nothing like being a newspapers. “It was my first favorite book,” woman!” she told me in a 2017 interview. While her films from the “The film became a touchstone Mara Wilson with Robin Williams for girls who grew up feeling a in Mrs. Doubtfire - Twentieth 90s were largely comedic or little awkward and out of place Century Fox sentimental, Wilson remains and could relate to the Matil- One actor she fondly remem- proud that her Matilda charac- da character. When I was little bers during her early career ter has helped kids overcome and people would recognize was Robin Williams during the abuse. me at the airport, park, or mall, filming of “Mrs. Doubtfire” I used to think ‘Why do they who she says was ‘kind and “They were living in abusive Page 24 SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] JULY 2021

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Money Saving Ideas Judge Judy Advertise in Continued from page 15 Summer, Spending The Senior Pee on My Leg and Tell Me It’s Reporter’s Raining”), Sheindlin was ap- and Savings proached about starring in a CLASSIFIED & new reality courtroom series, With vaccination rates in- featuring “real cases with real creasing, Americans are head- PROFESSIONAL rulings.” ing outdoors and gearing up ming history rewarded her a for a summer of fun. Google SERVICE She accepted the offer, and place in the Guinness World searches on terms like “camp- DIRECTORY her ongoing syndicated court Records. ing” and “beach vacation” are show, “Judge Judy,” debuted trending up. And many kids on Sept. 16, 1996, and has re- There have been numerous will be returning to summer Only mained the No. 1 rated court books and articles about the camp for the first time since the pandemic. show and regularly draws nine iconic figure of Judge Judy, ECPI figures reflect the aggre- / but none is more revealing gate of the month-over-month % $37.50 to 10 million viewers daily. changes starting June 2020. than Sheindlin’s first autobi- For the majority of Americans, mo with a 6-mo. summer 2021 may finally wel- it’s good to first start your shop- ography, “Don’t Pee on My commitment Leg and Tell Me It’s Raining.” come a return to normal. How- ping at the lowest price retail- Read it, you’ll like it. ever, this summer season also er. Analytics company Profite- stands to be one of the priciest ro recently compared pricing seniorreporter Fabulous couple of months to date. on summer and outdoor gear [email protected] at three major U.S. retailers, or call Finds The latest Consumer Price Amazon, Walmart and Target, Bill Thomas at Continued from page 13 Index shows that prices have and Amazon’s prices across gone up 3.8% (excl. food and the sports and outdoor cate- (714) 458-5703 metics also carefully curates energy prices) in the last year gory are 2% cheaper than the limited-edition collections. “The Judge Judy” courtroom and online prices have climbed prices online at Walmart, and These collections use licensed series has earned Sheindlin even higher for consumers. 9% cheaper than Target. numerous awards and honors, characters, films, or proper- According to Profitero, an including a star on the Holly- ties that provide customers an eCommerce analytics com- Other advice for finding the wood Walk of Fame and in- opportunity to truly immerse pany, online prices are 4.6% best deal: duction into Broadcasting & themselves in the world of higher than the start of last Cable’s Hall of Fame. In addi- their favorite characters and summer. • Sign up for loyalty programs tion, she has received the Gra- films. Recent collections in- such as Prime, Target Circle As parents finalize their sum- cie Allen Tribute Award from clude Marilyn Monroe, Mary and Walmart+ for member mer plans, from summer camps the Alliance for Women in Poppins, and Disney Princess- pricing, special perks and ad- and recreational sports leagues ditional savings opportunities. Media and the Mary Pickford es, including Snow White and for the kids to prepping for Award from the Hollywood Aurora from Sleeping Beauty. long-awaited family vacations, • Plan to do the bulk of your Chamber Community. they’ll need to shop around for As Besame Cosmetics’ growth shopping around retailer pro- deals and keep a close eye on motional events. After being nominated 15 continues to scale, it decided it price if they want to minimize was time to find a 3PL partner times for the Emmy, the show cost on popular summer prod- • Check online prices often as to help scale fulfillment oper- won its first Daytime Emmy ucts. This is especially true as many retailers update and ad- ations. It has now partnered for Outstanding Legal/Court- pricing for the sports and out- just pricing daily. room Program in 2013 and with OceanX. Visit www.bes- door products are up 4.2% on won it again in 2016 and 2017. amecosmetics.com average compared to last June. Heed these hints and you and your family can enjoy this Sheindlin’s status as lon- Where can you find the best summer season without hav- gest-serving judge or arbiter in deals on summer gear? While ing to open your wallet too courtroom-themed program- it’s always best to shop around, wide. Page 26 SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] JULY 2021

Healthy Aging 3 Safe Senior Exercise Movie Preview Options For Summer Sunshine and warm weath- ‘Jungle Cruise’ By Randal C. Hill er have many people think- ing about new workout options. If you’re ready Visually, Disney’s “Jungle of the day’s most bankable torpedo-launching German in- to kickstart your fitness Cruise” could be considered actors: Duane “The Rock” truders determined to find the routine—but want to do a mashup of the “Pirates of Johnson and Golden Globe-re- mystical tree first. so safely—consider these the Caribbean” franchise and cipient Emily Blunt. Johnson three simple tips: Now’s the time to kickstart your stunt-fueled Indiana Jones portrays Captain Frank, the The “Jungle Cruise” script summer exercise routine. Pair movies, with elements of the wisecracking owner/guide of came to life in the deft hands of 1. Check in with your gym up with a friend for extra fun and 1951 Bogart-Hepburn film a ramshackle riverboat head- respected action-drama direc- motivation. about its COVID-safe offer- classic “The African Queen” ed up the mighty — and often tor Jaume Collet-Serra (“Non- ings. Many Americans who emotional well-being. Take thrown in for good measure. mysterious — Amazon. Stop,” “Run All Night”). have been avoiding public yourself to a park to explore places this past year are now a new walking or hiking path. The idea behind this summer’s UK-born Blunt is the deter- When it comes to movie set- looking to expand their hori- There are several apps that can probable first blockbuster mined British explorer Dr. Lily tings, a dense, foreboding jun- zons, including going back locate hiking trails near you. movie had kicked around the Houghton, who is on a unique gle can offer a wide variety of to a gym. Growing numbers Challenge a friend to a regular Disney organization for quite a mission. “Legend has it that possibilities. Of course, what’s of gyms now offer outdoor game of tennis, pickleball or while. It was 15years ago that there is a tree that possesses also beyond that is the right workout spaces that include bocce ball. Or dust off your bi- Disney’s story creators first unparalleled human power,” story, the right cast, and the many of the weight training cycles and enjoy the freedom produced an idea structured she explains to Frank. “It’ll right director. With “Jungle and aerobics equipment choic- of feeling the wind in your fac- loosely around Disneyland’s change medicine forever.” But Cruise,” Disney has checked es you previously enjoyed in- es. Establishing a fun exercise popular Jungle Cruise ride. For jaded Frank dismisses the tree all the boxes and is on track to doors—treadmills, stair climb- routine with a friend can moti- various reasons, though, the as being the centerpiece of a release its first post-pandemic ers, weight machines, free vate you to keep it up and help idea was shelved until 2015, long-running jungle rumor and movie winner on July 30. weights—and even outdoor lift your spirits. Older adults when the “Jungle Cruise” opines with a sneer, “You’re classes. Outdoors or indoors, reported increased feelings of script was finally green-light- searching for something that many gyms continue to main- isolation last year. Exercis- ed. can’t be found.” tain at least six feet between ing with a friend can help you each workout station, require shake off the loneliness blues. The completed offering has He also offers a grim caveat masks within the space, and been on hold since 2019. But to the brave doctor: “Every- provide free hand sanitizer, Being outdoors offers the add- with the pandemic easing thing that you see wants to clean equipment assurances ed benefit of providing you its grip this summer, Uncle kill you — and can.” In time, and other COVID-safe proto- with a dose of vitamin D. Your Walt’s outfit is set to launch “everything” will include a lit- cols. Give your gym a call or body needs vitamin D to ab- the slam-bang action tale — any of dangers that range from visit the location to find out sorb calcium and to enhance all family-friendly, of course dart-shooting marauders to what specific COVID-safe bone health and immune sys- — nationwide. The film clev- daunting and deadly creatures guidelines are in place there, tem function. Regularly spend- erly incorporates some of the to churning hold-on-for-dear- so you can determine whether ing time outdoors is the most standard elements of Disney’s life rapids. you’re ready to resume your natural way to get the recom- popular Adventureland attrac- gym routine. mended 10 to 30 minutes of tion — the oohing and ahhing The supporting cast features sun exposure several times a over the scenery, the constant Jack Whitehall as Lily’s broth- 2. Increase your outdoor ex- week. Just don’t forget to put threat of danger, the appear- er McGregor and Paul Gia- ercise routine. After being on sunscreen. ance of potential interlopers. matti as a crusty harbormaster. cooped up for months, getting Edgar Ramirez and Jesse Ple- outside can work wonders “Jungle Cruise” stars two mons ramp up the tension as for your physical health and Continued on page 28 Page 27 SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] JULY 2021 The Gadget Geezer By Les Goldberg

ly or remotely. Other features lighting a fire in a traditional BBQ Grillin’ ‘n Summer Sizzlin’ include a body design to radi- charcoal or wood BBQ grill – ate heat outward, a high-temp the Looftlighter. Remember when charcoal bri- backyard additions at $199. black, and works with a stan- enamel coating for durability quettes, a can of lighter fluid, a It features a wheeled stand dard 20-pound propane tank and easy cleaning, a heavy-du- No lighter fluid, chemical fu- match, and a kettle grill were for easy mobility, a lift-and- which is sold separately. Ex- ty battery for longer burn els, or matches are needed for the symbols of outdoor barbe- lock system for stability, an pert assembly is available for times, and a weight under 20 this patented technology that cues and picnics? Well, those electronic insta-start ignition a $94 surcharge. If you buy it pounds. uses a 1,256-degree Fahrenheit days are long gone, replaced system, and a removable tray from Amazon, check for a dis- airstream to ignite the grill. by a whole inventory of high- that collects grease while you count. Grillbot tech gizmos designed to make cook. The Looftlighter also fea- your summer BBQing more The FirePit+ tures an on/off switch that flavorful, safer, and environ- In addition, it has a porce- Selling like hotcakes at out- immediately shuts off the mentally friendly. lain-coated, stamped-steel door furniture stores this sea- flame and has a safety cas- grate, a collapsible propane son is patio firepits. While the ing that cools to the touch Let’s start with the grills. They grill and is available in red, pandemic lingers on through a few seconds after use. It’s not new, but it is a must for come in all types, shapes, siz- black, or multicolor colors. the summer and many peo- Customers also like the built- anybody that detests cleaning es, and prices, so I am going ple are still leery about go- in hook that doubles as a bottle a dirty BBQ grill. The Grillbot to highlight three different Weber Spirit E-310 ing to the parks and beaches, opener and the 10-foot cord is a Roomba-like robot. models at the low, middle, the yearning for fire-roasted for reaching most electrical and high of the cost spectrum. marshmallows and hotdogs outlets. When considering what kind dangling from bent wire coat Place the fully automated de- vice on your grime-covered of grill to buy, you must de- hangers continues unabated. “If you are a charcoal grill user cide between gas and charcoal grill, press a button, and its this is a must-have tool,” said models, or whether you want That is why firepits like those replaceable wire brushes, three one customer. an electric, kamado (ceram- from BioLite Energy are so strong electric motors, and Price: $89 at Amazon. ic-lined, high heat, pizza-like popular. For example, its $249 “smart brain” do the rest. ovens), or pellet grills that use FirePit+ provides the warmth, electricity with hardwood pel- For those of you who want a smell, crackle, and feel of a Included with your $109 pur- lets. full-featured grill but are will- wood campfire – without any chase are a choice of colors, a ing to spend a little more, the of the smoke. rechargeable Lithium-Ion bat- The Coleman Sport Weber Spirit E-310 Liquid tery, and an LCD alarm and Roadtrip Propane Grill Propane Gas Grill could be the According to the company, its timer. perfect fit at $569. award-winning firepit “creates hyper-efficient flames with Light it Up What you are getting for your patented airflow technology money is Weber-brand stain- and gives you a front-row seat less steel, a 130-pound grill to the magic” of a real camp- with three stainless steel burn- fire. “All you have to do is ers, two side tables, and two lift the fuel rack and toss in swivel casters. It also features charcoal or wood to transform a heavy-duty, porcelain-enam- it from a fire pit to a portable eled lid and cook box that is hibachi-style grill, complete For budget-conscious con- rustproof. with a grill grate.” sumers, the Portable Coleman Last, but certainly not least, is Sport Roadtrip Propane Grill The grill has a 32,000 BTU A free Bluetooth app controls the latest solution for replacing is one of the most popular output per hour, comes in the size of the flames manual- the old-fashioned method of Page 28 SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] JULY 2021

Senior Exercise Hints for Homeowners Options Continued from page 26 Pointers on Preparing For 3. Augment your workout with home exercise classes. Power Outages National guidelines recom- More Americans suffered ex- mend that you get at least 150 as-based provider of pow- tended power outages in 2020 minutes per week of exercise. er solutions. “A generator than any year since Super- To make sure you’re meeting will run nearly indefinitely storm Sandy struck the New that, augment your workout on propane or natural gas,” York area in 2012, according routine with home exercise he said. “With correct to Generac, owners of Power classes that you can view on power management, a so- Outage Central, a real-time your laptop, phone or other lar energy storage system outage tracking service that devices. For best results, mix A solar energy storage system can can also power the whole monitors outages throughout be permanently installed in your things up. Incorporate cardio home for extended periods. It the United States. home to protect your family and exercise classes with strength possessions from power outages. comes down to preference, lo- training videos that use resis- cal codes and budget. The best “In 2020, more than one out of portable generators, which are tance bands or free weights. If place to start is finding a great three Americans experienced a short-term solution; home you want to improve balance local installer who can help a power outage, and the U.S. standby generators; and so- or flexibility, try a yoga or tai make the decision easy.” power grid suffered more out- lar energy storage systems. chi class. Popular options such age hours than it has in years,” Solar energy storage systems as the Silver&Fit® Healthy “Authorized dealers and in- said Russ Minick, chief mar- and home standby generators Aging and Exercise program stallers know local codes keting officer for Wiscon- are permanently installed and offer a wide range of free on- and are factory trained,” said sin-based Generac. “With can provide secure sources of line classes specially designed Minick. “They’re experts in people still working, learning power for longer periods.” for older adults. Classes pre- local needs and can provide and shopping from home, ev- miere daily on Facebook Live a one-stop solution for every eryone must prepare earlier for Each system requires advance from 8 AM to 4 PM Pacific homeowner.” outages that accompany severe planning, including local per- time, 6 days a week. You can weather.” mitting and installation, said join the scheduled classes at All the resources needed to ac- Allen, but secure power is https://www.facebook.com/ quire and install backup power Outages are statistically much worth it. SilverandFit to enjoy engaging are available at www.generac. more common than many oth- live with other online viewers. com. Prices fit most budgets er threats to the home, accord- “Life gets very primitive and Or you can view the replays and vary depending on factors ing to Generac’s data. In fact, dangerous when the power is on YouTube at a time that’s such as the size of home, the while about 12% of homes are out. With outages lasting lon- convenient to you. You’ll find electricity needed for back- ger and occurring more often, them at: www.youtube.com/ at risk of flooding according to up and preference for solar or all against the backdrop of silverandfit. the First Street Foundation’s generator-based options. flood database1, every home is people working and learning Now can be your time to get at risk of losing power. Unlike from home, our customers 1www.firststreet.org data in- back into a fitness routine—or with floods, however, there are are turning to Generac home dicates that 14.6 million U.S. start a new one. Find work- multiple ways to safeguard standby generators and PWR- households are at risk of flood- out options that you love and against loss of electrical pow- cell battery storage systems. ing out of 122.8 million na- that motivate you to stick with er. Effectively, they’re making tionally them. Then make the most of their homes a sanctuary against the season. As always, before “There are three key paths to Mother Nature’s threats.” you start any new exercise protecting power supply, said routine, talk to your doctor to Simon Allen, president of Al- Picking the correct solution discuss your goals and what lied Energy, a backup power varies for every homeowner, types of exercise might be saf- solution provider in San Di- said Stephen Cruise of Gen- est for you. ego, Calif. “These include erator Supercenter, a Tex- Page 29 SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] JULY 2021 10% Senior discount with this ad Page 30 SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] JULY 2021 Busy Boomers By Les Goldberg

and music, in creating a liaison thing we’ve been through Can Laughter Cure the COVID Blues? between people, perhaps the these past many months, hu- We can all agree that this stress just by anticipating hu- ultimate common denomina- mor could be just what the pandemic we have suffered mor. tor. Through shared laughter doctor ordered. through for the past year and we will bring about our global a half is no laughing matter. That is why they recommend purpose of caring for one an- New Attractions Thousands of Americans have you follow their advice to be other.’ Continued from page 19 died and so many more will be pro-active about finding ways notch variety of attractions Another of my favorite books feeling the after-effects for a Nieder said during a speech to to laugh – like: and close proximity to Great is entitled, “So You Think You long time, if not forever. a group of college alumni: • Subscribing to funny You- Smoky Mountains Nation- Can ‘Geezer’ – Instructions Tube channels. Search for al Park has endeared Pigeon ‘popular comedy’ or ‘funny for becoming the old coot you It begs the question: Is laugh- ‘Laughter: it’s better than pla- Forge to multiple generations ter really the best medicine, as videos’. have always dreamed of.” cebo! Who knows how many of families. We take great “Reader’s Digest,” and other • Watch comedians online and times a day we are laughing as Author Ben Goode offers five pride in the 60 years of cher- so-called experts have claimed on TV, i.e.: Jimmy Kimmel, adults?’ he asked the audience. good reasons to be glad you’re ished memories made in our for as long as I can remember? Jimmy Fallen, James Corden, ‘The average is about 10. Pre- a Geezer: city and look forward to many schoolers, on the other hand, Stephen Colbert. • You have been through near- more.” Most humorists will say yes. • Share old stories, in-person laugh about 400 times a day! ly every kind of depredation And one of America’s most re- if possible, or on Skype, Zoom What has happened?’ imaginable and survived …so Learn More vered humorists, Mark Twain, or FaceTime. you know you can handle just For further information, in- once said: ‘The human race He continued by saying that • Tell jokes, play games and about anything. cluding safety measures, you has one really effective weap- laugh at yourself (does your ‘people who laugh a lot feel • You are capable of living on, and that is laughter.’ face mask make your hair stick can visit www.MyPigeon- up to eight years younger and without your cell phone for out on the sides?). Forge.com or call 800-251- consequently live longer. It’s more than 24 hours. They will tell you that through- • Read the many books about 9100. important to remember that • You are capable of letting out history, including World humor and by well-known co- there’s still humor and absur- your cell phone ring, beep, Wars, the Cold War, devas- medians. dity – even in a pandemic.’ play or whatever, without an- tating hurricanes and floods, swering it until you’re darned 9/11, recent Jan. 6 insurrec- Scientists who have researched good and ready. tion and other events that have the subject of laughter and its • You can go for days and drained our ability to laugh, effects on the human body and weeks without turning on your people have a way of finding mind explain that humor has computer. humor amid the chaos. several benefits, including: One such publication is by Or- • You know pretty much every- • It strengthens our immune ange County-based author and thing. I, for one, highly recommend systems by increasing our award-winning humorist, Jan it. Now that we are approach- ant-body-producing cells. Marshall. The Laguna Hills If you are as old as I am, you ing the light at the end of the • It provides pain relief. resident, founder of the Inter- probably remember the leg- long pandemic-infested tunnel • It improves positive emo- national Humor and Healing endary Graucho Marx. He with vaccinations on the rise tions, regulates stress and im- Institute, and author of the once was interviewing an au- and the COVID-19 cases de- proves our relationships. book “Dancin’ Schmancin’ thor and said: ‘From the mo- creasing, the idea of laughing with the Scars,” who says: ment I picked up your book up more is appealing. Isn’t that According to the Association until I laid it down, I was con- what we do when we reunite of Applied and Therapeutic ‘Humor as a universal lan- vulsed with laughter. Some- with family and friends? Humor (yes, there is such an guage promotes rapport among day I intend to read it.’ organization), people experi- individuals. It has the poten- I like what Comedian Brad ence a 39 percent reduction in tial, along with art, athletics Clearly, considering every- Page 31 SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] JULY 2021 Page 32 SENIOR REPORTER [email protected] JULY 2021 SPECIAL OFFER Expires August 31, 2021

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