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Memories and Truth Are Part of Returning to Your ‘Geography of Home’Dear Readers,

I believe it matters to know where

on earth you are, to have a personal sense of geography,to identify yourselfin the bigger scheme of the world. I read that geography works like this: First you consider a spot on the globe—it is a “place.” Then you notice the people and it becomes a “thing,” maybe a city or a state. When you involve yourself with personalities there, that fi rst thing you called geog-raphy includes a state of mind. Your ‘geography of home’ is a state of mind where yourroots are. The geography you call home is a place that molds you in all ways including your intellect and heart. At this later stage of life, the geography of home can create nostalgia and deep longings to return in search of what we once had. Ten years ago a son drove me through Midwest farm country, which is my personal geography of home. I soaked in the landscape and memories of growing up on a family farm. I described to him how certain factors told me where a family farm house/barn/outbuildings/windmill had stood where now hundreds of acres

are farmed in one stretch. He said, “This is your landscape, isn’t it, Mom? Your homeland. It’s what made you what you are.” I believe it was a compli-ment and an expression of his understanding of the ‘geography of home’ concept.

I recently once again visited my ‘geography of home’ in the Midwest. My roots are deep in the rich, black dirt that grew corn and soybeans, oats and wheat, Holsteins and horses. I love the smell of the earth in newly plowed fi elds and the pungent aroma of alfalfa hay. As a teenager, I spent summer days driving trucks and tractors in our family’s fi elds as we put up hay for the dairy cows. (It didn’t hurt that Daddy hired teenage boys to help throw the bales on the wagons.) Home meant big barns, silos, lush gardens, farm animals—and hard work!—all are a part of my geography

of home. Grazing cows on rolling hills, fi elds broken from one another by tree-lined fences, woods, a country cemetery. And down the road and around a curve, a small town. I experienced once again a Midwest storm complete with thunder, lightning, hail and rain. When it let up, the frogs were croaking wildly in the creek and ditches. I should have gone frog gigging with my grandsons, but it was already past their bedtime and…well, you know how those things go. It was my childhood memory calling, not theirs. Returning is never the same. “You can’t go home again,” Thomas Wolfe wrote. Going home involves feelings of loss but also much truth and understanding. It means seeing things for what they really are with all their limitations. Yes, that’s what going home is really all about, isn’t it?

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“I could use 75 drivers to delivermeals right now,” says Sandra

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I allow three days to explore the Gone with the Wind Trail

in and near Atlanta, but it takes me only one day to become a “Windie.” A Windie is a die-hard GWTW fan, a person who is immersed in the history, legends and legacy surrounding the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel and enormously popular film. Some dream of Rhett; others dream of Scarlett’s fancy clothes or 17” waist. As for me, I dream of publishing a novel that wins one of the world’s most prestigious awards and is turned into a film that earns me millions. On the surface, GWTW is the wildly romantic tale of Scarlett O’Hara, a headstrong Southern belle (played by Vivian Leigh in the movie) and her love-hate relationship with Rhett Butler, a dashing, successful opportunist (depicted by Clark Gable). But on a deeper level, GWTW is the story of the American South during and immediately after the Civil War, a time when an entire society was challenged and ultimately transformed. The book, written by first-time novelist Margaret Mitchell, was released to the public in 1936 and became an overnight sensa-tion. David Selznick produced the movie, which is the highest grossing film in box-office history, earning an estimated $3.3 billion in today’s dollars. To capitalize on the public’s interest, the State of Georgia created a GWTW Trail that leads people to five sites that are in some way connected to the book, the film or the author.

First stop: Mitchell’s relatives’ home where she listened to fam-ily stories about their Civil War experiences. Many of these tales were transformed into scenes in her novel, leading her heirs to dub Clayton County the “Official Home of Gone with the Wind.” (To Mitchell’s dismay, Selznick upgraded the comfortable farmhouse of Mitchell’s memory into Tara, a much grander mansion that

he thought would better appeal to movie audiences.)

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of the movie’s most memorable scenes. But when I see the display of foreign edition books I begin to morph from casual tourist to possible Windie. GWTW has been translated into more than forty languages and sold in more than fifty countries, from Albania and Burma to North Korea and Serbia. Why are people all over the world so intrigued by a story about a war that took place in America so long ago?

We learn the answer at the Margaret Mitchell House, where the author lived when she began her novel. Exhibits include a quote by Margaret Mitchell: “If the novel has a theme, it is that of survival.” Why, of course. GWTW addresses a basic concern: If their old world is “gone with the wind,” how do

people create a new one that will work in their new circumstances? This is a question asked by everyone

who has ever suffered a hardship, whatever be the cause. When seen in this light, it’s easy to understand the story’s universal and enduring appeal. Atlanta’s Public Library holds many personal items, including her old Remington typewriter and 1937 Pulitzer Prize certificate. The Marietta GWTW Mu-seum, Scarlett on the Square, holds a treasure-trove of photos and ephemera including Gable’s film contract for $160,000 and Vivian Leigh’s for a mere $30,000. At Atlanta’s Oakland Cemetery, Mitchell is buried next to her husband. Her tombstone is small compared to many and gives no hint of her fame. It’s simply inscribed with her married name, Margaret Mitchell Marsh. Someone, a Windie no doubt, has decorated the grave with pink flowers, reputedly Mitchell’s favorite color. I want to stay longer in Georgia to delve more deeply into the GWTW phenomena and to learn more about the era in which the novel is set. But we have a plane to catch, so I console my-self by remembering Scarlett’s words, “Tomorrow is another day.” I’ll be back.

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most memorable scenes. But when I see the display of foreign edition

possible Windie. GWTW has been translated into more than forty languages and sold in more than fifty countries, from

Trivia: One million people came to Atlanta for the film’s premiere at the Loew’s Grand Theatre on December 15, 1939, which had been declared a state holiday by the governor. 300,000 people lined the streets for seven miles to watch limousines bring the stars from the airport. The movie played advance-ticket road show

engagements, and in many cities (including Moscow) the movie ran 24 hours a day to accommodate movie-goers. It opened

during the Blitz in London and ran there for four years. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gone_with_the_Wind_(film) - cite_note-35)

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Foot Solutions in the Largo Mall is a board accredited provider for the Medicare Therapeutic Shoe Program. Benefits are subject to annual Medicare deductible.

Diabetics, Medicare May Foot Most of Your Shoe BillThe Medicare Therapeutic

Shoe Bill provides proper footwear and inserts for people with diabetes who qualify under Medicare Part B. Each calendar year, Medicare pays 80 percent of the cost of one pair of shoes and three pairs of heat-molded inserts specifically approved for the diabetic foot; the remaining 20 percent that Medicare does not pay may be covered by your secondary insurance. “This program was designed to help prevent complications such as lower limb ulcers and amputations for individuals who suffer from diabetes,” says Lauretta Fernandez, licensed board certified pedorthist and owner of Foot Solutions. “And you’ll appreciate the variety of stylish and comfortable shoes that qualify under this program.” Ask your doctor to complete and sign the appropriate paperwork and give you a prescription for one pair of approved

shoes and three pairs of diabetic inserts; Foot Solutions can pro-vide you with the right forms and instructions. Then return the Statement of Certifying

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physician), along with your doctor’s notes, when you schedule your fitting at Foot Solutions in the Largo Mall.“Be sure to deal only with an approved or licensed facility with trained person-nel,” concluded Fernandez. “This will insure you are fit properly and receive follow-up attention if necessary. Foot Solutions in the Largo Mall is a board accredited provider for the Medicare Therapeutic Shoe Program.” Foot Solutions offers Medicare service at its Largo Mall location. Please call 727-474-8299 for an appointment or visitwww.TampaBayFootSolutions.comfor more information and to download the necessary forms.

Lazee Move Makes Beachgoing EasyDreaming of the beach, but

the thought of lugging your beach gear giving you nightmares? The Lazee Move three products in one—chair, cart and table—is the innovative and durable solution, transforming a tedious task intoan easy one. With The Lazee Move, getting to and from the beach is a breeze. With its soft handle grip, non-slip surface and large wide wheels, it easily hauls everything you need including coolers, chairs, surfboards, toys, towels, and more. And, once you’ve found the perfect spot, The Lazee Move transforms into your own storage and comfort station, including a handy side table complete with cup holders and storage compartment and a beach chair so comfy, you’ll want to stay in it even after the sun goes down!

Want even more innovative features? The Lazee Move is available with optional upgrades including a face hole on the standard version of The Lazee for added comfort while lounging on your stomach, an extra storage bag for easy access to all your favorite

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Discover The SpringsSouth Pasadena’s Hidden Treasure

Welcome to The Springs at Boca Ciega Bay, located in beautiful South Pasadena on the campus of The Fountains at Boca Ciega Bay. We’re not your typical skilled nursing facility. We are a 109 bed Medicare certified Rehab Center offering a variety of health care services:

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We make admissions easy! We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our experienced and licensed Nurse Liaison, will meet you at hospital bedside or in your home. If you have a surgery planned, why not come in for a tour and take the mystery out of the admission process. Call (727) 599-1390.

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Life Insurance Policy: Keep It, Swap It or Sell It!Paul Siegert, president and CEO of

the non-profit Insurance Studies Institute, says most life insurance policy owners are substantially uninformed about their life insurance. Here are some well kept secrets to help make smarter choices.1. You may be paying more fees this year just to maintain your policy. Insurance companies charge a cost of insurance (COI) to each policy and it increases each year with age. 2. Your policy’s actual surrender value is probably less than what you think. Earnings go to the policy cash value account from which the surrender value is calculated.3. Your premiums will probably increase when you can least affordto pay the extra money.

4. Your insurance sales agent’s commission could push your policy’s cash value into negative value for the first few years. Insurance companies amortize the commissions (which can be 80 – 110 percent of the first-year premium) paid to the selling agent over the first several years of the policy. 5. Insurers are betting that you’re either going to let your policy lapse, or surrender it. Insurers price policies assuming a certain percentage of people will let policies lapse or surrender them. The companies win because they keep all the money paid in, except the cash surrender value, if any, and never pay the death benefit. (Nearly 88 percent of universal life insurance policies issued in the U.S. never result in payment of a claim.)6. Your insurance carrier might not tell you that you have better options when you no longer want to keep your current policy. You do, in fact, have options.7. Some of those options include cashing out just part of your policy. If the cost of a current policy is too much but some protection is still

needed, an option may be to sell part of your policy for cash while retain-ing part of the death benefit. Some companies will allow the policy to be reduced in size. Some insurers may allow the policy to be split into two policies, one of which can be sold. 8. You may be able to swap your life insurance policy for a long-term care contract. Texas already provides for this, but this can be done directly with a long-term care provider whether or not state procedures exist. And if you are attempting to qualify for Medicaid for long-term care, you may have to dispose of all life insurance.9. You’re likely to get substantially more cash by selling your policy instead of surrendering it. If we are over the age of 65, and in particular 75 or older, the market value of policies may be 5 – 100 times greater than the actual policy cash surrender value. 10. A financial advisor can advise you on your life insurance options. Life insurance is defined by the U.S. Supreme Court as personal property. It is a major element in investment and retirement strategies. Financial advisors have a fiduciary duty to advise us of all considerations available for the best utilization of life insurance policies. When you have a life insurance policy, you also have financial op-tions. Use the information you have, ask the right questions (from as many people as it takes to understand the whole picture), so you get the greatest benefits from your policy, measured in both dollars and peace of mind. For additional information, please visit gwglife.com.

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Is There Such a Thing As Healthy Homemade Ice Cream?June is National Dairy

Month so get out the ice cream maker (prefer-ably an easy, affordable tabletop model). It’s time for healthy, lower-fat (but still rich-tasting) healthy ice cream. Tips for making Ice Cream recipes healthy: Use nonfat sweetened condensed milk and low-fat milk in place of heavy cream and whole milk; eliminate 1 or more egg yolks; add gelatin to keep it rich and creamy without adding extra fat.

Low-Fat Vanilla Ice Cream3/4 c sugar3 Tbsp cornstarch1/8 tsp salt4 c fat-free half-and-half3 egg yolks, beaten3 tsp vanilla extract

Combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. Gradually stir in half-and-half. Bring to a boil over me-dium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove and cool slightly. Whisk a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks. Return all to the pan, whisking constantly. Cook and stir over medium heat for 2 – 3 minutes

or until mixture reaches 160° and coats the back of a metal spoon. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla. Cool quickly by placing pan in a bowl of ice water; stir for 2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl. Press plastic wrap onto surface of custard. Refrigerate for several hours or overnight.

Fill cylinder of ice cream maker two-thirds full; freeze according to manufacturer’s directions. Refrigerate remaining mixture until ready to freeze. Allow to ripen in ice cream freezer or firm up in the refrigerator freezer for 2 – 4 hours before serving. Yield: 1 quart.

Low-Fat, No Cholesterol Strawberry Ice Cream

1 large package instant sugar-free vanilla pudding

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Mix dry ingredients, then add other ingredients and mix well. Freeze in an ice cream freezer and let set 30 minutes to 1 hour.

Low-Fat Ice Cream2 envelopes plain gelatin1/2 c water3 qts milk3 c sugar2 (13 oz) cans evaporated milk2 – 3 Tbsp vanilla Soak gelatin in 1/2 c water. Scald 2 cups of the milk and dissolve the gelatin in hot milk. Add the sugar and

stir until dissolved. Cool to room temp and add evaporated milk, the 2 1/2 qts of milk and the vanilla. Chill and freeze in 6-qt freezer. Optional: a pint of half & half may be substituted for 2 cups of the milk. Recipes from Taste of Home

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The 3D-weave technology usedin the material has been compared toinfrared light therapy to help revital-ize stiff and sore muscles. The man-ufacturer, who also makes a back andwrist sleeve, says the material pro-vides almost instant relief to any partof the body it touches, making it idealfor diabetics, athletes, inflammation,stiffness and swelling.

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Veterans CornerBY JANICE DOYLE

VA health care gets high marks

For the many veterans who get their health care through the VA,

the good news is that in 2013 cus-tomer satisfaction among veteran patients was among the best in the nation and equal to or better than ratings for private sector hospitals. An independent rating group found the overall satisfaction index for VA was 84 for inpatient care and 82 for outpatient care, which compares favorably with the U.S. hospital indus-try. Since 2004, the survey has con-sistently shown that veterans give VA hospitals and clinics a higher customer satisfaction score, on average, than patients give private sector hospitals. These overall scores are based on specific feedback on customer expectations, perceived value and qual-ity, responsiveness to customer complaints and customer loyalty. One signature finding for 2013 is the continuing high degree of loyalty to VA among veterans, with a score of 93 percent favorable. This score has remained high (above 90 percent) for the past ten years. Three cheers for VA medical care!

New Veteran Health ID Cards The VA is rolling out newly designed, more secure Veteran Health ID Cards (VHIC). The new cards are distinguished by additional security features and will have a different look and feel. The VHIC cards will also display the Veteran’s Member ID, a new unique identifier, as well as a Plan ID, reflecting the veteran’s enrollment in VA health care. Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki said, “These new identification cards are an important step forward in protecting our nation’s heroes from identity theft and other personal crimes.”

The VHIC is personalized to display the emblem of the veteran’s branch of service. It also provides VA phone numbers and emergency care instructions on the cards. The card replaces the Veteran Identification Card (VIC), which was introduced in 2004. VA recommends veterans safeguard their VIC as they would a credit card, and cut up or shred the card once it is replaced. While not required to receive VA health care, all enrolled veterans are encouraged to get a VHIC. Information online at va.gov/healthbenefits/vhic or by calling 1-877-222-VETS (8387).

Bringing home the soldiers’ dogs There are currently around 38,000 U.S. military members still serving in Afghanistan. Like soldiers throughout history, soldiers may feed local dogs which become part of their family away from home. Problem

is, they have to leave them behind. The Mission No Buddy Left Behind program (a part of Guardians of Rescue, an animal welfare organiza-tion) aims to help bring two dogs from a base in Afghanistan home along with soldiers from a Navy team. The price tag? $6,000. The first dog acquired was a result of meeting a vil-lage elder who had a puppy that was skinny, dirty, hungry and matted. The soldier traded scrap wood for the dog. Once the soldiers had the first one, the second one, in much the same condi-tion, was brought to them. It didn’t take long before a bond developed with the soldiers who cared for them who would like to bring them home. To learn more, or to make a donation to support the Guardians of Rescue, log onto guardiansofrescue.org.

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While overall Florida tourism

visitor numbers are nearing 100 million annually, a recent Economic Impact of Sports survey showed that 13.3 million visitors came to the state of Florida for the sole purpose of sports and recreation. Sports and recreation was responsible for $44.4 billion in total economic output (3.5 percent of the state‘s Gross State Product), 431,000 jobs and more than $16 billion in labor income to Floridians. “Florida continues to be a leader in the sports industry,” said Florida Sports Foundation President John Webb. “This state has the advantage of being able to host sports events on a year-round basis and with the profes-sional efforts of the 26 sports commis-sions, there’s not a day during the year when a sporting event can’t be held.”

Interesting statistics:• Florida’s Sports Commissions

hosted over 2,500 events with 3.1 million sports tourists.

• Professional sports held 1,800 events and had another $3.1 billion economic impact.

• Over three million anglers participate in fishing and outdoor recreation.

• Golfers played 45 million rounds of golf on 1,100 golf courses statewide.

• Nine major professional sports teamssuited up.

• 26 statewide sports commissionsclaim Florida.

• Coastlines on both the Gulf of Mex-ico and Atlantic Ocean draw sports.

This latest survey showed an increase of $8 billion from theprevious 2005 survey. Information from The Florida Sports Foundation: www.flasports.com.

Antique Fair at Heritage VillageFind out the answer to that nagging

question, “I wonder if this is worth anything?” by attending Heritage Village’s Antique Appraisal Fair, Saturday, June 16, from 9 am to 3 pm. Organized by the Pinellas County Historical Society, the appraisal fair presents noted Tampa Bay area antique experts who can examine your items and tell you if you’re sitting on a gold mine or saving sentimental keepsakes.

During the fair, appraisers will offer a broad spectrum of antique information, covering Oriental rugs, Victorian jewelry, rare and vintage books, guns and armor, glass, instruments, pre-1950 dolls, gemstones, clocks and more. Appraisal fees are $5 per item or $12 for three items. Proceeds will benefit Heritage Village, located at 11909 125th Street North, Largo. For more information, call 727-582-2123.

Fun On The FourthFourth of July at Museum of

Fine Arts, St. Pete. 6 pm. Live music, barbecue buffet and great seats for St. Petersburg fireworks. Starts 6 pm. $45. RSVP to 727-822-1032.

4th of July Celebration, Largo Central Park, 101 Central Park Dr., Largo. DJ, activities and food starting at 6pm! Fireworks at 9 pm. Free. $5 parking. www.largo.com.

Clearwater Fireworks Cruise: open bar, DJ, dancing, close-up view of Clearwater’s fireworks. 3- hour cruise starts at 7 pm, Yacht Starship, 25 Cause-way Blvd., Slip #55, Clearwater. Price: $119.95; $59.95 children. 813-223-7999.

4th of July Celebration, Safety Har-bor Marina. Family activities, live enter-tainment, food vendors and fireworks. 5 – 10:30 pm. Free. 727-724-1572.

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Congratulations Senior Idol WinnerEach year, talented seniors

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Bright Stars Senior Idol Winner Daniel Helou (L)

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Adopt a Shelter Cat MonthAs part of the Adopt a Shelter

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