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West Central Ohiorsquos magazine for the mature reader
ourourGenerationrsquosGenerationrsquos
FREE
FREE
Magazine
MUSIC MANJim Boedicker reaches out through music
GREGG FAMILYA look back at a retail giant
FINANCIAL GOALSLook to see where change is needed this year January 2012 Volume 10 Issue 1
2 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Our Generationrsquos MagazineEditorial
LifestyleSpecial Sections EditorAdrienne McGee419-993-2072amcgeelimanewscombull Contact Adrienne McGee if you have a story idea
or if you see an error of fact
advErtisingFor information on advertising in this publication
contactLocal DisplayAdvertising ManagerNatalie BuzzardnbuzzardlimanewscomorRegional DisplayClassified Advertising ManagerSteve BecksbecklimanewscomOur Generationrsquos Magazine is published monthly by The
Lima News by the first of every month Address correspon-dence to The Lima News 3515 Elida Road Lima OH 45807 Attn Our Generationrsquos Magazine
Our Generationrsquos Magazine is available free at libraries supermarkets retail stores assisted living center hospitals and other outlets
Our Generationrsquos Magazine all rights reserved No portion of Our Generationrsquos Magazine may be reproduced without the written consent of the publisher of The Lima News
Volume 10 Issue 1
On The CoverSeasoned entertainer Jim Boedicker has shared the stage with lots of fellow musicians
mdash Christina Ryan Claypool
Generationrsquosour
FEaturEs
Entertainer extraordinaire 12By Christina Ryan Claypool
Gregg family 16 By Jeanne Porreca
dEpartmEntsSports Spot 4At Our Age QampA 10Your Money 15Seasonings 18Travel 20Events calendar 22 CommEntaryOn My Mind 3By Adrienne McGee
Portrait 6By Jill Campbell
For FunCrossword 8
Welcome to 2012
So many of you will have likely made your New Yearrsquos resolutions by now and I wholeheartedly wish you the best of luck Stay the course good citizens
Irsquove often joined you resolving myself to be better in some way Irsquove gone simple mdash the standard lose weight mantra mdash and Irsquove gone complicated mdash be who God made me to be Which leads me to another resolution mdash be less resistant to change
My unease relating to major changes has been a personality trait from way back Irsquod argue I was born with that one but the sci-entific method canrsquot really poke that far into my background Itrsquos kind of like wanting to do a Science Fair project on black holes How does a seventh-grader run an experiment that will prove or disprove their existence (And yeah thatrsquos pretty much what my science teacher asked me)
Big changes are not my thing Little changes were once not my thing but I slowly resigned myself to them as I grew ever lon-ger in the tooth I am much better at this just because of prac-tice really So what magic number do I have to hit where Irsquoll be resigned to the big changes too and take them in stride with class Irsquom still waiting
New Yearrsquos resolutions donrsquot work for me simply put I never feel like Irsquove completely finished the one from the year before Have I ever been able to cross of the list in permanent marker the resolution of ldquolose weightrdquo The answer obviously is no I may be able to be healthier for a time but then I fall off the wagon seemingly right into a bag of gummy bears (Theyrsquore springy so at least they cushion my fall)
Have I attained the goal of being more patient less snappish Ask my coworkers (Irsquoll give you $1 if they donrsquot roll their eyes)
Is my house clean and organized Does my dog go on daily long mentally stimulating walks Are my grandmothers visited more Is my retirement plan doing the best it can for me right now
Am I being who God wantsNopeI know that I fail on a daily basis but I refuse to allow that to
leach over into the rest of my week or month or year If I donrsquot meet a goal for a New Yearrsquos resolution so be it Irsquoll keep work-ing on it and with a little grace I might just get there someday
On my mind
Adrienne McGee
LifestyleSpecial Sections Editor
3 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
4
Last year I took you back to those Running Lima Senior Spartans of 1991-92 a team from another era of high school hoops when the scoreboard generally reflected
more of a high-octane offensive display than the way the game is often played today It wasnrsquot unusual to see teams scoring 80 and even 90-plus points on certain nights
And back in the early lsquo90rsquos few teams could match those Runninrsquo Spar-tans who got it off the boards after an
opponentrsquos miss got it into the hands of Demond Lyles or Greg Simpson and more often than not scored
Although the team had many scoring options including Lyles who still holds the record for the most three-point goals in a state tournament game with nine unquestionably it was Greg Simpson who was the teamrsquos No 1 option This month Irsquoll take a closer look at Simpsonrsquos meteoric rise to high-school prominence and the opportunities that once upon a time lay before him
Greg Simpson whose father Phil was a standout athlete at Lima Senior in the late 1960s was drawn to the game
During his West Middle School days it was almost unfair that he was playing against boys who were just beginning to cultivate their basketball skills
Jim Penn the Spartan basketball head coach from 1985 through 1987 recalls ldquoMy lsquo87-rsquo88 squad had several returning lettermen so I was optimistic but I had a problem a lot of coaches can relate to I thought we might be exposed at point guard espe-cially in the ultra-competitive Greater Miami Conference
ldquoNow during that last season I coached Greg was an eighth grader and my coaching staff and I would try to get to as many of Westrsquos games as we could I remember one game in particular West at South at the old South Gym one of Limarsquos great basket-ball landmarks with the seating up on top and that overhang
ldquoGreg scored 30 in a very hostile atmosphere while being dou-ble teamed the entire games I remember telling my coaches as we were leaving that if we had that little eighth-grader right then playing at the varsity level wersquod be winning a whole lot more games He was that goodrdquo
After Penn stepped down as the Spartan coach his successor a mere footnote in Spartan basketball history Brad Ovial who
lasted a single season as Senior Highrsquos coach made a push to have the Lima Senior rule changed that wouldnrsquot allow freshmen to compete at the varsity level
The rule was changed in time for Simpson to play a dozen games his freshman year and during those games he averaged an impressive 138 points Try telling Ottawa Glandorf Simpson was just a freshman on the evening of Feb 11 when he dropped 31 on the Titans
The next year as a sophomore Simpson almost doubled that average playing for Ovialrsquos successor Paul Whitney averaging
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Sports spot
Greg SimpsonTwo-time Mr Ohio Basketball offensive juggernaut
By John Grindrod
Greg Simpson when he played for Lima Senior High School in 1992
5 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
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types
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528 NWashington StDelphos
Right on the corner of 5th St and N Washington St next to Bellmanrsquos Party Shop
and across the street from the Pizza Hut
419-692-0044
WErsquoRE NOT AN ANTIQUE STORE WE BUY - SELL amp TRADE WErsquoRE AN ANYTHING YOU NEED STORE
STOP BY amp SEE WHAT WE HAVE STOCK CHANGES DAILY
NEW
NEWMERCHANDISE
DAILY
MORE VALUEFOR YOUR
BUYING $$
STOP BYAND
SEE US
STOCK CHANGES DAY TO DAYIF YOU WANT IT AND WE DONrsquoT HAVE
IT WErsquoLL TRY TO FIND IT FOR YOU
JUST LIKEAN
OLD FASHIONEDTRADING
POST
We BUYSELL and
TRADEgoods of all
types
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At the Delphos Trading Post one manrsquos unwanted items are another manrsquos treasure So what wersquove done is give you a place where you can bring your unwanted treasures and trade them for something you might like or cash We buy sell and trade just about anything that is in good shape and has a market value We also buy and sell fire arms gold and silver antiques and collectibles so come see us at the Delphos Trading Post and let us help your dollars go further
Did You Know The items collectors collect may be antique or simply collectible Antiques are collectible items at least 100 years old collectibles are not as old as antiques and may even be new Collectors and dealers may use the word vintage to describe older collectibles Most collectibles are man-made commercial items but some private collectors collect natural objects such as birdsrsquo eggs butterflies rocks and seashells Some collectors collect only in childhood while others continue to do so throughout their lives and usually modify their aims later in life
In general items of significance beauty value or interest that are too young to be considered antiques fall into the category of collectibles Some collectibles are limited editions and some are new but many of them have been around for decades So if you are looking for a profitable hobby start collecting Good Luck and Good Fortune
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Just look for the Sign
STOCK CHANGES DAY TO DAY IF YOU WANT IT AND WE DONrsquoT HAVE IT
WErsquoLL TRY TO FIND IT FOR YOU
We Buy Gold amp Silver
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STOP BYAND
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261 points per game His season included 34 threes and a season high of 41 against Milford on Jan 19 1990
Simpsonrsquos junior year saw another dramatic jump in his offen-sive output Despite the fact that the Spartans failed to make it out of the Sectionals in the tournament Simpson increased his scor-ing to 316 a game while hitting 51 threes His high game was a 53-point effort against Fairfield on Dec 28 1990 just one bucket shy of the single-game scoring record of 55 set by Joe Fisher against Van Wert in 1970
His junior performance earned Simpson Ohiorsquos Mr Basketball award With 1406 points and a whole senior year to go Greg set his sights on Andre Reedrsquos Lima Senior school record of 1563 points
In his senior year finally Simpsonrsquos innate ability to put the ball in the basket and his teamrsquos success converged The Spartans made it all the way to the state championship game in Colum-bus before bowing to GMC rival Lakota Along the way Simpson scored 940 points easily eclipsing Reedrsquos record while averaging 348 points per
Even more remarkable was the fact that over the entire second half of the regular season from games 11 through 20 Simpson averaged 433 points per including the game in which he bettered Fisher 55-point mark by scoring 57 on Feb 1 1992 against Toledo Start
Simpsonrsquos senior year also included games of 53 and 47 against Findlay a pair of 47-point games against Lakota 46 against Shaw-nee and 45 against Mansfield Senior
His performance earned him a second straight Ohio Mr Basket-ball a feat accomplished consecutively only three other times by
Toledo MacComberrsquos Jimmy Jackson in 1988-89 Akron St Vincent-St Maryrsquos LeBron James in 2001-2-3 and Cincinnati North College Hillrsquos OJ Mayo in 2005-6
Simpson also was selected to play in the prestigious McDonaldrsquos All-American game before attending Ohio State where as a fresh-man he earned accolades as Big 10 Freshman of the Year
While many may choose to remember Simpsonrsquos troubled post-high school basketball life mdash one which included two dismiss-als for disciplinary reasons first from Ohio State and then from West Virginia and a failed attempt to catch on with an NBA team mdash there is no denying he was Limarsquos most prolific offensive high school player ever
Retired LCC basketball coach Bob Seggerson who has either played or coached Lima high school basketball for nearly 50 years had this to say about Simpson ldquoFrom a purely athletic perspective he was the most gifted athlete Irsquove ever watched compete in Lima Really I thought he was a world-class athlete whorsquod have excelled in any sport hersquod have chosen He wasnrsquot just fast He had a burst that made him elite Hand-eye coordination timing an ability to get off the floor quickly and explosively he had every tool you could possibly want a basket ballplayer to have
ldquoAnd something that a lot of people who felt he just got by on natural ability would be surprised by is the fact that he was an absolutely fierce competitor and worked his tail off to improve his gamerdquo
While some may argue that another Lima basketball legend and Ohio Mr Basketball Aaron Hutchins had a better overall game there is no denying when it came to putting the ball in the basket no one did it better and more often than Greg Simpson
6
She has a passion for learning and teaching ldquoI take as many classes as I canrdquo says the Master Gardener from Ottawa who happened to turn her hobby into an adventure Deb Croy is
the owner of a small garden center named The Watering Can spe-cializing in pond products water garden plants heirloom tomato plants root crops and a variety of bulk seeds
Born and raised in the Toledo area in 1973 Deb moved to Ottawa her husband Jimrsquos hometown The couple has one son and three grandchildren
Behind their home in the midst of a variety of blooming beds and a garden pond the Croys built a cute little gardenerrsquos shed out of recycled material ldquoWersquove got about $50 in itrdquo laughs Deb ldquoEvery-thing is recycled but the roof
ldquoThe summer of 2011 was wonky weather for toma-toesrdquo said Deb who is diligent about saving seeds from several varieties of heirloom tomatoes ldquoMy germination percent is about 95rdquo explained Deb who performs her own
tests by planting and labeling seeds in potsEvery year from May to September Deb holds classes for second
to fifth graders The students learn about gardening and make hats In addition she is known around the neighborhood for her lending library and doling out home dried fruit to children ldquoI love to teachrdquo says Deb who cares about people
During the Ottawa flood of 2007 Debrsquos home became a shelter where meals were prepared
ldquoMy only requirement was that families ate togetherrdquo Deb explained ldquoWe ate in shiftsrdquo The Croyrsquos fed their neighbors from their own food supply of home canned goods dried fruits a side of beef and soups made from scratch
In the warm months Debrsquos backyard garden is a gathering place where people are welcome and comfortable
ldquoIrsquove looked out to find folks eating their lunch at my garden
Rehab is workBut it can also be fun
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Passion for learning
Ottawa woman owns a small garden center
Portrait
By Jill Campbell
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
See WATERING CAN bull 9
The sign outside Deb Croys business The Watering Can in Ottawa
Photos by Jill Cambell
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ABOVE Deb demonstrates how to save seeds by pressing seeds between paper towels
LEFT Deb Croy stands outside her business The Watering Can
Hats that were part of a childrens garden class project that Deb Croy hosted
OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
8
Across1 Apprehension about what is
going to happen 9 Coin15 Drive off16 Heathens 17 Intact 18 Swallow19 ___ it on thick20 ldquoMalcolm Xrdquo director21 Atlanta-based station (acro-
nym)22 Blackguard23 Be a snitch25 Pre-Christian priests among
the Celts 27 Bank offering for short
(acronym)28 Like a brigadier general (2
wds)
30 Brio31 Henry Clay for one34 Meeting at a certain time
and place esp lov-ers
36 Very to Verdi37 Grassland38 Christmas wish39 Not now (2 wds)41 Went bad42 Egyptian fertility goddess43 Try to forget 45 Engage in passive activi-
ties often with ldquooutrdquo 46 Put things in order (2 wds) 47 Declines51 Egg cells52 Driverrsquos lic and others53 ldquoAcidrdquo (acronym)55 ldquoFantasy Islandrdquo prop
Just for fun
Crossword Answer
56 Second shot58 By no means (3 wd) 60 One who runs away to get
married 61 Club restriction (2 wds) 62 Beat63 Mountain range between
France and Spain
Down
1 ___ Ste Marie2 Arm bones3 Woman prophet 4 The ldquoprdquo in mpg5 Carbon compound6 More rude 7 Directs8 Dusk to Donne9 Dry by centrifugal forces10 Imitates a hot dog11 ___ roll12 Small tropical wormlike
amphibian 13 Financial protection for
property 14 Alienated 21 Beauty pageant wear24 Numbers games26 Altogether29 ldquoHighrdquo time30 Forever poetically
31 Plant and animal eaters32 New Deal president33 Crocodile relative 35 Cowboy boot attachment37 Advances40 Those who show the way 41 Bartender 44 Laudatory speech for one
who has died 46 Kiddies 48 Hold responsible49 Contradict50 Sedimentary materials 54 ldquoOverrdquo follower in the first
line of ldquoThe Caissons Go Rolling Alongrdquo
57 ldquoTarzanrdquo extra58 40 winks59 Bolivian export
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January2012
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tablerdquo she laughs ldquoMy backyard has also been the set-ting for prom pictures Girl Scout and club meetingsrdquo
The first week of March Deb sets seeds inside using a special garden mix
ldquoWe sell the best stems bar none in tomato varieties (4 inch pots) Customers begin ordering in December for their next yearrsquos garden Later in the spring she sells tomato plants root crops (potatoes and sweet potatoes) asparagus bulk seeds green peppers broc-coli and more recently berry bushes strawberries and grapes
Each year Deb plants 2500 tomatoes in 36 varieties and six different colors
ldquoAll heirloomrdquo says Deb ldquoI grow the ugliest and best tasting tomatoesrdquo
Deb recommends storing tomatoes in a cool dry place ldquoDonrsquot store onions and potatoes togetherrdquo she adds
ldquoThe only things my husband and I have in com-mon are Folgerrsquos coffee our son and Cottonelle toilet paperrdquo laughs Deb who also enjoys going herbrsquon and junkrsquon with her husband Jim
ldquoI am a list personrdquo says Deb who gets up at 530 am during gardening season ldquoI am not what yoursquod call a Suzie Homemaker but Irsquom am known to grab a hammer and nails and work on a drywall project in the houserdquo
ldquoMy goal in life is to be chubbyrdquo quips Deb who believes ldquowe go through life to learn life lessonsrdquo Have a gardening question Contact her at debcroyyahoocom
Bittersweet hangs over the interior window a rare find
10
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Rehab is work But it can also be funTo find out how we can help you or someone you love transition smoothly back home call us to schedule a personal tour
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Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
AAt Our Age QampA
GENERAL
QI prefer reading by audio book Does Social Security have audio publications
AYes we do You can find them at wwwsocialsecuritygovpubs Some of the publications available include What You Can Do Online How Social Security Can Help You
When A Family Member Dies Apply Online For Social Security Benefits and Your Social Security Card And Number You can listen now at wwwsocialsecuritygovpubs
QI am receiving Social Security retirement benefits and I recently went back to work Do I have to pay Social Security (FICA) taxes on my income
AYes By law your employer must withhold FICA taxes from your paycheck Although you are retired you do receive credit for those new earnings Each year Social
Security automatically credits the new earnings and if your new earnings are higher than in any earlier year used to calcu-late your current benefit your monthly benefit could increase For more information visit wwwsocialsecuritygov or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
RETIREMENT
QHow are my retirement benefits calculated
AYour Social Security benefits are based on earn-ings averaged over your lifetime Your actual earn-ings are first adjusted or ldquoindexedrdquo to account
for changes in average wages since the year the earnings were received Then we calculate your average monthly indexed earn-ings during the 35 years in which you earned the most We apply a formula to these earnings and arrive at your basic ben-
efit This is the amount you would receive at your full retire-ment age You may be able to estimate your benefit by using our Retirement Estimator which offers estimates based on your Social Security earnings You can find the Retirement Estimator at wwwsocialsecuritygovestimator
QI know that Social Securityrsquos full retirement age is gradually rising to 67 But does this mean the ldquoearlyrdquo retirement age will also be going up by two years
from age 62 to 64
ANo While it is true that under current law the full retire-ment age is gradually rising from 65 to 67 the ldquoearlyrdquo retirement age remains at 62 Keep in mind however
that taking early retirement reduces your benefit amount For more information about Social Security benefits visit the web-site at wwwsocialsecuritygovrampm1htm
SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME
QNext month Irsquoll turn 65 and because of my financial situation I thought Irsquod be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) But my neighbor told me Irsquod
probably be turned down because I have a friend who said he might help support me Is this true
AIf your friend helps support you it could have an effect on whether you get SSI and on the amount you receive Whether you can get SSI depends on your income and
resources (the things you own) If you have low income and few resources you may be able to get SSI However if you are receiving support from your friend or from anyone else that income will be considered when making a decision on your SSI eligibility and amount Support includes any food or shelter that is given to you or is received by you because someone else pays for it For more information visit wwwsocialsecuritygov and select ldquoSSIrdquo
QMy dad who is receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will be coming to live with me Does he have to report the move to Social Security
AYes An SSI beneficiary must report any change in liv-ing arrangements within 10 days after the month the change occurs If the change is not reported your dad
could receive an incorrect payment or he may not receive all the money that is due Also your dad needs to report his new address to Social Security so that he can receive mail from us Even if benefits are paid by direct deposit we need to be able to get in touch with him He can report the change by tele-phone mail or in person at any Social Security office Keep in mind that failing to report a change to Social Security could result in incorrect payments that may have to be paid back or a
11 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
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penalty deducted from SSI benefits Just call 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) You can get more information in the booklet Understanding SSI at wwwsocialsecuritygovssi
DISABILITY
QIrsquove heard there is a way for my daughter to get her disability application on the ldquofast-trackrdquo How does this work
AIf your daughter has one of the more than 100 impair-ments on the Compassionate Allowances list at wwwsocialsecuritygovcompassionateallowances her appli-
cation might be ldquofast-trackedrdquo for a decision Compassionate Allowances make it possible for applicants to receive a decision on their disability applications within days instead of months or years as long as their medical conditions are so severe that they obviously meet Social Securityrsquos definition of disability Learn more at wwwsocialsecuritygovcompassionateallowances
QDo I automatically get Medicare benefits if Irsquom eligi-ble for disability benefits
AAfter you have received disability benefits for 24 months we will automatically enroll you in Medicare We start counting the 24 months from the month you were enti-
tled to receive disability not the month when you received your first benefit payment Sometimes you can get State Medicaid in
the meantime There are exceptions to this rule People with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrigrsquos disease) and chronic renal disease may be able to get Medicare earlier For more infor-mation visit wwwsocialsecuritygov or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
QI am expecting a child and will be out of work for six months Can I qualify for short-term disability
ANo Social Security pays only for total disability mdash condi-tions that render you unable to work and are expected to last for at least a year or end in death No benefits are
payable for partial disability or short-term disability including benefits while on maternity leave
MEDICARE
QIf I retire and start getting Social Security retirement benefits at age 62 will my Medicare coverage begin then too
ANo Medicare benefits based on retirement do not begin until a person is age 65 If you retire at age 62 you may be able to continue to have medical insurance coverage
through your employer or purchase it from an insurance com-pany until you reach age 65 and become eligible for Medicare For more information about who can get Medicare visit wwwmedicaregov
12
By day he is a service technician but by night and on weekends you will find Jim Boedicker somewhere enter-taining a crowd with his music ldquoIrsquom so thankful I did 106
dates last yearrdquo said the talented guitar player and vocalist Despite his youthful appearance 59-year-old Boedicker has
been entertaining folks for 45 years He is well known for his humorous songs trick guitar work and standards performing arrangements from varied styles like rock country bluegrass or Gospel The rural Ada resident has also been on staff with the Perry Corporation since 1982 repairing copiers and printers full-time
Growing up in the Harrod area Jim first sang a solo at Christ-mastime in elementary school Then while in high school he became part of a Gospel group Although he originally played trombone in the school band when he was about 13 he got his first acoustic guitar and took lessons Later he was introduced to the electric guitar
As a teenager Boedicker also began teaching guitar at the for-mer Dearth Guitar Studios in Lima During his school years the entertainer remembers ldquoI really wasnrsquot much of an athlete I would retreat to my room and play guitarrdquo he said
Following his 1971 graduation from Allen East schools he attended Lima Technical College for about a year and a half
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Inspired
By Christina Ryan Claypool
Jim BoedickerEntertainer extraordinaire
in his own right
As a seasoned entertainer Boedicker has shared the stage with lots of fellow musicians He sometimes performs with Limarsquos Ed Zickafoose who is also a well-known entertainer in west central Ohio
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Returningevery
A P R O V E N L E A D E R
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A P R O V E N L E A D E R
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A PROVEN LEADER
HEARTLANDS OF LOGAN COUNTY
Post-Surgical Short-Term Rehab amp Long-Term Care
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patients home every day
majoring in electronics and also joined a band that played at proms and homecom-ing dances Later Jim became a member of the contemporary Christian group Fresh Surrender with fellow musician Kelly Connor Spallinger and her cousins For more than six years this group per-formed for countless venues
Eventually Jim Boedicker became a familiar face to WTLW TV 44 viewers through his music with Fresh Surrender and by appearing on telethons there Decades ago he also spent time volun-teering at WTGN radio on air from mid-night until 6 am
ldquoWTLW and WTGN gave me a lot of vis-ibilityrdquo said Boedicker As a songwriter he won second place in ldquoThe Christian Artists Music Festivalrdquo in Estes Colo in 1981
In 1980 Jim married his wife the for-mer Sally Czeto who is a graduate of Bath schools The couple met at the Allen County Fair when Jim was manning a booth for Dearth Guitar Studios where he worked part-time for about five years Although he is known locally he has also played the same venues as artists Alison Krauss and Ricky Skaggs
ldquoI never made a living playing musicrdquo said Jim but the seasoned entertainer has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80
Jim Boedicker (left) with Mike Wright a well known area banjoguitar player teamed up in the late eighters Boedicker plays everything from bluegrass to gos-pel musicLima News Archives
ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real
rewarding to merdquo mdash Jim Boedicker
See INSPIRED bull 14
Your weekends will never be the same
Check out 360 your TVentertainment guide
every Friday
14 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80 dates a year you can find Boedicker performing at private events banquets fairs festi-vals etc Currently he is one of the music leaders at the Bath cam-pus of the Shawnee Community United Methodist Church too
Besides blessing others Jimrsquos music has provided extra income to assist with his sonrsquos medical expenses In explanation the Boedickerrsquos only child 27-year-old Andrew was born with spina bifida along with significant autism
ldquoWe had real financial needs because of my sonrsquos medical needsrdquo said Jim After his sonrsquos birth Boedicker took ldquomore of a business approachrdquo to playing music to supplement the family income The couple continues to care for Andrew at home and are also involved with Bittersweet Farms and the Autism Support Group
Due to his steadfast support at the time of Andrewrsquos birth his former Pastor Dave Thompson has had a great influence on Jimrsquos life He ldquohas been a big encouragement and friendrdquo said Boed-icker Musically he was ldquoreally influenced by Chet Atkins he does everything on the guitarrdquo he said
On Friday nights you will usually find Jim Boedicker entertaining the crowd at Italian restaurant Viva Maria which is located at Lost Creek Golf Course Boedicker is always prepared to take requests from those listening
ldquoI just do family stuff and I think there is a real need for fam-ily entertainmentrdquo Whatever his venue ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real rewarding to merdquo
For the man who has been delighting crowds with his music since he was just a teen Boedicker has learned a lot of lessons along the way The biggest is ldquoStaying in balance You could wear yourself out The older you get the harder it is to keep up with the schedulerdquo he said
As for folks requesting bookings Jim Boedicker hopes that his phone wonrsquot stop ringing anytime soon But with an entertainer as talented as he is you can bet thatrsquos not going to happen
Christina Ryan Claypool is a freelance journalist and inspirational speaker Contact her through her Website at wwwchristinaryanclaypoolcom
bull To contact Jim Boedicker go to his Website at wwwjimboedickercom email him
at jboewatchtvnet or phone him at 419-649-8495
Do you have a vintage carGet it featured in The Lima News Real Wheels
on Fridays Contact Merri Hanjora
DRIVING FORCE
15
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Your Money
What are your new yearrsquos resolutions this year Are your resolutions like most of us focused on spending less and saving more Unfortunately that can only take you so far
There is so much attention given to small financial worries that many seniors neglect larger issues that can have a significant impact on their lives and their families Now is the time for you and your loved ones to think about the big picture to take steps to protect your assets and to start 2012 off on the right foot1 Take advantage of state and federal programs to help pay for medical care prescription drugs at-home care or nursing home care
Seniors have access to a multitude of state and federal programs but many do not take advantage of them because they donrsquot know they exist or they donrsquot know how to enroll In the realm of health care alone ensuring coverage for prescription drugs and utilizing programs that pay for at-home care can significantly impact your monthly finances
Most Ohioans can utilize Medicare Part D to help pay for prescrip-tion drugs and your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) can point you toward you the best overall coverage There are a lot of options so itrsquos important to take the time to find the best one for you and your family It also may make sense to work with a professional with a thorough understanding of the possibilities and drawbacks of each program
Nursing home care can be even more burdensome mdash as Medicare pays for only the first 20 days before requiring co-payment To qual-ify for any coverage there also must be a prior three-day hospital stay With average Ohio nursing home costs at more than $6000 per month and all healthcare costs spiraling upward itrsquos critical to have a plan to use all of the resources at your disposal keep expenses from affecting your savings2 Make sure you have a comprehensive strategy to protect your assets from taxes and probate
While clipping coupons can make a dent in your weekly grocery bill ensuring that your savings are secure can make a much bigger long-term financial impact for you and your family Tax planning and estate planning are part of a comprehensive approach to protecting your finances and your future
Tax laws are changing dramatically in 2013 with many rates going up While standard tax advice would encourage deferring payments into the future the prospect of higher rates in 2013 means that in many cases you may want to pay now rather than later
Probate costs are another way your family can lose assets if you donrsquot plan ahead Itrsquos critical to understand the limitations of having
Thinking big in the new year
See YOUR MONEY bull 23
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
16
It was all in the familyRichard T Gregg the original owner of
Greggrsquos Department Store died at his home in Lima in 1942 and he was a man to be hon-ored both before and after his death Perhaps his philosophy about business had a lot to do with it for he said ldquoWe will treat each and every cus-tomer as though they were a guest in our homerdquo That thought was religiously carried on genera-tion after generation of the Gregg family
Gregg certainly knew his merchandise as well he should his family had been in the mercantile business since the Revolutionary period He had personally started his own store in Tiffin in 1885 when he was 25 years old It was known as a dry goods sewing and notions store and merchan-dise was top quality because he ordered almost everything from Marshall Field in Chicago And there was a definite friendship between Gregg and Field for when Gregg decided business was slow in Tiffin it was Field who suggested he relocate to Lima
He also knew what the word patience meant One of the things in his possession was a pair of saddlebags which his father used when he rode horseback from Ohio to the wholesale markets to buy things for his store and then had to wait for long periods for the goods to arrive
Gregg opened his store in Lima in 1900 in the Black Block a four story building on North Main Street There were shops on the first floor offices on the second and the Lima Public Library occu-pied the third He began with 5000 square feet of space and when the family eventually bought the building in 1935 he had 218000 square feet that included an annex across the street The idea of moving never crossed his mind for he had moved here when downtown was flourishing and he kept his confidence in its growth He not only ran a successful business but gave back to the com-munity of Lima with his backing everything new that happened here
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Suprisingly it wasnrsquot depressing
It actually brought some things into focus
Some see it as something to avoidhellip I saw it as a responsibilityrdquo
Why you decide isnrsquot importantJust decide
ldquoI SEE IT AS A RESPONSIBILITYrdquo
ldquoWhy you decide to preplan
your funeral isnrsquot important
Itrsquos that you do decide
Thatrsquos whatrsquos important
Time Capsule
R T GreggA man with great foresight
By Jeanne Porreca R T Gregg
Roy Gregg
Tom Gregg
Geoff Gregg
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
17
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Gregg had been married before coming to Lima to Emma Jane Beery and three children were born to them Roy Beery Robert T and Margaret Robert T died in 1931 after an auto accident and his wife died in 1945 Upon the senior Greggrsquos death in 1942 ownership passed to his son Roy Beery It was said of Roy that he was ldquoa perfect example of a round peg in a round holerdquo for thebusiness fitted him perfectly It was all he had known his entire life Like his father he had his own philosophy ldquoIf you give the people good values they will patronize you again and againrdquo Roy was the boss over 300 store employees who respected him and carried on all the fine qualities passed down to him He was fondly called ldquothe universal merchantrdquo and seldom did he miss a daily visit to the store right up to the day of his death Robert died in 1967
Robertrsquos death was the end of the line of the Gregg boys and so the management of the store fell to his grandson Thomas Allen Gregg Thomas had joined the firm in 1945 and had retired in 1979 but came back when the department store sales had begun to lag due to changes in downtown the sale of the store from the Gregg family and the new interest in shop-ping the malls Thomas was a true believer in Lima as then-mayor Harry Moyer reported to the Lima News upon Thomasrsquo death ldquoHis was the first downtown business to give $10000 for the purchase of the northeast quadrant of the Squarerdquo That property was later developed into where the Blue Cross (now The Munici-pal) building and the Town Square Apartments are today Thomas died in 1983 and his son took Geoff took over as manager until the store closed in 1985
There was only one place the Gregg family was as faithful to something else besides the store and that was Market Street Presbyterian Church where all generations belonged beginning with that first fam-ily member
Greggs Department Store in 1958
Pet of the WeekCheck out Sundayrsquos Lifestyle section for your favorite pet pictures
OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
18 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Seasonings
Under pressureThe latest kitchen lsquomust haversquo
may be the electric cooker
New electric models are bringing pressure cooking back to the home kitchen and recipes such as pumpkin risotto are easy in them
Photos courtesy of MCT
A quick look at my home kitchen and you might think I was an avowed minimalist One pot a few saucepans and a cher-ished cast-iron skillet A cupboard of bakeware and bowls
and counter space for just a few appliances All the gadgets that can fit in one small drawer A few chosen knives
Noble I wish A would-be cookware junkie Irsquom saved from binge-ing on tools and equipment only by the postage-stamp size of my cooking space To make it in my kitchen an item has to be essential Which is why I canrsquot stop thinking about getting an electric pressure cooker
In addition to cooking foods in a fraction of the normal time with just the push of a few buttons electric pressure cookers promise so much more Completely self-contained there are models that offer automatic timers and multiple functions so you can brown meats and saute vegetables before pressure cooking perhaps simmer in-between steps and keep a dish warm after itrsquos done Some models double as rice cookers steamers and even slow cookers to seal the deal
Irsquove never owned a pressure cooker With all the horror stories Irsquod heard growing up about exploding cookers and dinners ending up on the ceiling I never seriously considered buying one But more friends are getting them and I seem to be noticing them everywhere lately not just in stores but on TV too No Irsquom not talking ldquoFear Factorrdquo but popular cooking shows where chefs brandish pressure cookers to make quick work of slow-cooked dishes for competition shows such as ldquoTop Chefrdquo and ldquoIron Chefrdquo
So is it all hype And what about the electric models mdash are they too good to be true Curious the LA Times Test Kitchen tested five popular electric cookers along with a highly regarded stove-top model for comparison
The results Pleasantly surprisingAt first glance therersquos no confusing an electric pressure cooker for
a traditional stove-top model These babies are nothing like your motherrsquos pressure cooker While many stove-top models look like a sturdy saucepan with an extra handle attached to the lid the electric models are bigger and bulkier mdash picture a slow cooker on steroids mdash bedazzled with buttons and digital displays Theyrsquore big enough to demand prime counter-top real estate yoursquod be hard-pressed to fit one in a normal cabinet The stainless steel All-Clad in particular reminded me of a mini bank vault it was heavier than the other models we tested and its substantial lid transformed at the touch of a button to lock and unlock (Irsquom convinced food mdash anything mdash would be safe in it even in the event of a nuclear holocaust)
Whatrsquos good about the electric models is that they do so many things automatically plug in the cooker press a few buttons and go You donrsquot have to hover over the stove adjusting the burner to regulate pressure or watch the clock to time when a dish is done The electric models switch off automatically mdash often beeping when done mdash slowly releasing pressure and keeping the dishes warm until needed
The digital displays can be extremely helpful in giving up-to-the-minute details on how a dish is progressing Some displays are very simple others much more colorful even entertaining (the Deni had me momentarily mesmerized) But there can be too much informa-tion At first the Cuisinartrsquos display was a little confusing even after reading the manual we still had to look up a video on YouTube to figure it out
All the models we tested had ldquobrowningrdquo andor ldquosauteingrdquo func-tions a convenient feature allowing you to sear meats and brown vegetables in the same pot before cooking While most of the elec-tric models were round our Deni test model was oval mdash much like a heavy-duty stove-top casserole mdash and not as deep as the others but it had more surface area on the bottom of the insert perfect for browning larger batches of food
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19 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
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Dr Davis was outstanding and the most caring physician I have known- Rick Jutte Columbus
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BRANDIED APPLESAUCETotal time 40 minutes plus cooling and chilling timeServings Makes about 5 cups4 pounds Granny Smith apples or other cooking apples34 cup dark brown sugar12 cup apple cider13 cup brandy preferably applejack2 cinnamon sticksPinch nutmegPinch ground clovesPinch dried gingerZest and juice of 12 lemon1 Peel core and quarter the apples2 In a pressure cooker combine the apples brown sugar cider
brandy cinnamon nutmeg cloves ginger lemon zest and juice Lock the pressure cooker and cook at high pressure for 2 minutes
3 Allow the cooker to release pressure naturally (10 to 20 min-utes) then carefully remove the lid Remove the cinnamon sticks and coarsely chop the apples for a coarse sauce or puree them in a blender or food processor for a smoother texture Taste the apple-sauce and adjust the sweetness and flavorings if desired
4 Set the applesauce aside to cool then cover and refrigerate until chilled Taste the applesauce once more (the flavorings will mute a little as the sauce chills) and adjust if desired This makes about 5 cups applesauce The applesauce will keep up to 10 days covered and refrigerated
Each one-half cup sauce 160 calories 0 protein 38 grams carbo-hydrates 2 grams fiber 0 fat 0 cholesterol 33 grams sugar 5 mg sodium
Pressure cookers are becoming a hot item again in home kitchens and are a huge step up from the old ones that always carried stories of exploding dinners New electric mod-els incorpo-rate many fea-tures includ-ing automatic temperature control and timing
20 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Having already experienced Ireland on a Trafalgar Tours coach I didnrsquot hesitate when I decided to see what life was like
to Irelandrsquos neighbors to the east England and Wales So I invite you to join me for this the first of a five-par installment
Irsquoll give you my observations and experiences and tell you what I think you should know if you want to see this part of Europe As far as price my travel mate Jane and I received what we thought was a good rate With airfare included the tour was $1900 apiece and that included all lodging full daily breakfasts three full dinners and shuttle transfers to and from Heathrow Airport
While with travel days the trip was 10 days and included Scotland as well Irsquoll get to Scotland next year By doing so I can begin a series in June on my New Eng-land fall colors week-long adventure through much of New Eng-land a trip which also extended itself beyond American boarders into new Brunswick Canada
As we did for Ireland we pre-loaded a Visa travel card with $1000 to supplement our upfront $1900 and some pocket money we intended to exchange to pounds for daily incidentals The card we intended to use to eat our lunches and dinners not cov-ered in Trafalgarrsquos cost
Not only did the card ensure no large credit card bills came when I returned but the dollars-to-pounds conversion was done automatically The card we used mostly for meals not covered in the cost of the tour
After a flight that covered 3331 miles most of which covered
night-time hours we arrived at Heathrow at 815 am on a Sat-urday I am always challenged when it comes to sleeping on a plane so the time worked well for me The Delta flight also worked well for me because above the drop-down tray was my own personal movie screen with a wide array of current movie selections that were free The full meal for me a meatless pasta dish on a Lenten Friday was quite tasty
Heathrow the second busiest airport in the world with only Atlantarsquos Hartsfield-Jackson being busier is like a small city in itself Donrsquot be intimidated though There are all sorts of people to help you get to where you need to be for baggage claim and shuttle transfers and cabs and such
We exchanged some money at the airport always for Ameri-cans a humbling experience because the dollar is so weak com-pared to Irelandrsquos euro and Englandrsquos pound Expect to give that
Another leap across the big pondEngland and Wales in 5 days
Travel Part 1
By John Grindrod
Westminster AbbyPhotos by John Grindrod
21 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
friendly Brit about two of your dollars for every pound yoursquoll get in return
Our shuttle got us to where we would spend the first two nights in London The Hilton Olympia on Kensington High Street a few blocks down from Princess Dianarsquos last home Kensington Palace
After check-in it was off to explore on our own so we headed for The Tube Londonrsquos underground mass transit system As we walked to the Kensington Station Jane and I saw the same admonishments painted at the street crossings that we saw the year before in Dublin either ldquoLook leftrdquo or ldquoLook rightrdquo They are painted there as a warning to tourists not used to roads where folks are driving vehicles on the left side of the road
Two all-day passes for any Tube ride or double-decker bus ride ran 13 pounds 20 pence in other words a little over $26 As I stepped into the train I couldnrsquot help but notice another direc-tive painted on the cement in front of the train carrsquos threshold ldquoMind the gaprdquo to warn those boarding to step over the small gap between platform and train car
Our first stop was Westminster Abbey which dates to the 11th century and is the huge canrsquot-miss church just west of Westminster Palace one of 10 residential choices available to Queen Elizabeth II Entry was 16 pounds (about $32) for each of us While a bit pricey it was something to which I would grow accustomed since London has a reputation as one of the worldrsquos most expensive cit-ies
I must say The Abbey which many of you saw on TV during Will and Katersquos wedding last April is perhaps the most impressive place Irsquove ever seen Originally it was an abbey for Benedictine monks that is until Henry VIII assumed direct royal control in 1539 and it became a church
Over the years it has been the site of coronations and burials of English mon-archs and other important persons Over 500 royals are buried in The Abbey and in the section known as Poetsrsquo Corner there resides eternally some of Englandrsquos great-est authors mdash Chaucer Tennyson Browning Masefield James Kipling and Dickens among them
Architecturally the most impressive aspect of the church to me was the ceiling well over 100 feet above and comprised of flying buttresses While no flash photog-raphy is allowed I did manage one photo of the ceiling before my impropriety was pointed out by one of the many stewards of the historic building
After leaving we headed for nearby Big Ben with its clock tower completed in 1859 It has become one of Londonrsquos most endearing symbols One misconception Irsquoll clear up is the name Big Ben isnrsquot the name of the clock but of one of the bells the 13-ton beauty that tolls each hour
As for its name there are two theories Some believe the bell was named for Lon-donrsquos first commissioner of works Benjamin Hall a man of formidable girth Others believe the bell was named for a popular heavyweight boxer of the 19th century Ben Count
We also admired the House of Parliament and Parliament Square across the street from the Abbey Further proof of Londonrsquos expense came when I had to answer naturersquos call A turnstile prevented my entry into the public restroom in Parliament Square until I dropped a fifty pence coin (the equivalent of $1) into the slot
We also walked to nearby Westminster Bridge to see what kind of river traffic there was on The Thames that day before returning to our Kensington High Street hotel
We dined at a nice pub down the street called The Hand and Flower on English favorites such as ham and chutney and fish and chips and did a little imbibing My choice was a fine English Ale with a beautiful bronze color Marstons
Next month Irsquoll take you on a morning stroll down Kensington High to see Kens-ington Palace and then out into London on two coach tours one in the morn-ing and one in the afternoon to see Buckingham Palace St Paulrsquos Cathedral The Tower of London and the famous Tower Bridge
TOP A portion of the ornate ceiling inside Westminster AbbyBOTTOM Big Ben Londons most endearing landmark
22
Jan 1Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 2Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 3Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Auglaize PERI 9 1130 am Speedway Lanes 455 N Herman St New Bremen Doug Brookhart on ldquoThe History of Water Plantsrdquo
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Parents and Friends of LesbiansGays 6 pm OSU LimaRhodes State 4240 Campus Dr Lima In the Public Service Building
Mended Hearts 7 pm St Ritarsquos Auxiliary Conference Center 718 W Market St Lima
Jan 4Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Richard Riggs on ldquoThe Lima Symphony Orchestrardquo
UAW 1211 Retirees 12 pm UAW Hall 1440 Bellefontaine
Ave Lima Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 5Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Jan 6ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Steel Magnolia 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 7Health Screenings 12 pm
Rite Aid Pharmacy 3230 W Elm St Lima
Jan 8Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 9Look Good Feel Better 4 pm
St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Look Good Feel Better 5 pm St Marys Community Public Library 140 S Chestnut St St Marys
Ottawa Country Music Jam 6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Kalida Branch Library 301 N Third St Kalida
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 10Bluffton Forum 11 am
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Tom Hafer on ldquoFitness as a Spiritual Disciplinerdquo In Founders Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Lima Area Watercolor Society 7 pm Immanuel United Methodist Church 699 Sunnydale St Elida
Jan 11Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Scott Lindstrom on
ldquoSolar Energyrdquo Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area Civil War Study Club 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Trinity Chapter Order of The Eastern Star 730 pm Lima Masonic Center 2165 N Cole St Lima
Jan 12Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 13Bluffton Colloquium 4
pm Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr George Lehman on ldquoNeuroleadership Good Science or Passing Fadrdquo In Centennial Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 14
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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Events calendar
23 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
a will as your only plan-ning strategy With only a will yoursquoll likely face the potential problems of probatemdashincluding high costs and inevi-table delays For many families planning with different types of trusts and gifting strategies can ensure that your spouse and children receive what they need without the hassles and fees of probate court These tactics are not only for the wealthy mdash it may be even more important to the average farm family for exam-ple who may be land rich but cash poor3 Stop worrying about your finances and start enjoying retirement
The most important reason to plan is so that you can stop worry-ing If you know your assets are secure mdash that your spouse will have enough to live on when yoursquore gone that yoursquoll be able to pass something along to your kids mdash then you can focus your energy on the most important part of retirement mak-ing these years great Start thinking bigger and planning now to make 2012 the time you started truly enjoy-ing your golden years Thatrsquos a resolution wersquod all like to achieve mdash and you canMitch Adel is managing partner at Cooper Adel and Associates With offices in Centerburg Monroe Sidney and Wilmington Cooper Adel amp Associates has clients statewide and offers regular seminars to educate seniors on critical financial issues
YOUR MONEY bull from 15 ndashndashndashndashndashndash
Plus II GatheringSupport Group 11 am Bradfield Community Center 550 S Collett St Lima For parents of twins On-site day care
Live Music Carl Rust in Concert 11 am The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Jan 15Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 16National Alliance on Mental
Illness 6 pm Challenged Higher Clubrsquos Drop-In Center 407 N Franklin St Van Wert
Auglaize Township Trustees 730 pm Auglaize Township Administration Building 7726 Bellefontaine Rd Harrod
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 17Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Caregiverrsquos Support Group 3 pm St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Jan 18Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Dr Matt Harbur on ldquoAgronomyrdquo
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Community Fellowship Meal 5 pm St John United Methodist Church 205 N High St Columbus Grove
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area UFO Associates 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Jan 19Allen County PERI 12 pm
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Peaceful Parenting 5 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Amputees in Motion 7 pm Bethel Baptist Church 630 Powers Ave Lima
Stomp 730 pm Veterans Memorial Civic Center 7 Town Sq Lima (419) 224-1552
Jan 20ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 21Lima Symphony Orchestra
presents Mozart by Candlelight 730 pm Trinity United Methodist Church 301 W Market St Lima
Jan 22Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 23Ottawa Country Music Jam
6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 24Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 James Nagle with ldquoStories from the Roadrdquo In Yoder Recital Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Family Movie Night 6 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Jenna Bush Hager 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 25Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 26Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 27Bluffton Colloquium 4 pm
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr Michael Edmiston on ldquoGadgets and the Curves They Throw Yourdquo In Stutzman Lecture Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 29Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 30Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 31Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
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Our Generationrsquos MagazineEditorial
LifestyleSpecial Sections EditorAdrienne McGee419-993-2072amcgeelimanewscombull Contact Adrienne McGee if you have a story idea
or if you see an error of fact
advErtisingFor information on advertising in this publication
contactLocal DisplayAdvertising ManagerNatalie BuzzardnbuzzardlimanewscomorRegional DisplayClassified Advertising ManagerSteve BecksbecklimanewscomOur Generationrsquos Magazine is published monthly by The
Lima News by the first of every month Address correspon-dence to The Lima News 3515 Elida Road Lima OH 45807 Attn Our Generationrsquos Magazine
Our Generationrsquos Magazine is available free at libraries supermarkets retail stores assisted living center hospitals and other outlets
Our Generationrsquos Magazine all rights reserved No portion of Our Generationrsquos Magazine may be reproduced without the written consent of the publisher of The Lima News
Volume 10 Issue 1
On The CoverSeasoned entertainer Jim Boedicker has shared the stage with lots of fellow musicians
mdash Christina Ryan Claypool
Generationrsquosour
FEaturEs
Entertainer extraordinaire 12By Christina Ryan Claypool
Gregg family 16 By Jeanne Porreca
dEpartmEntsSports Spot 4At Our Age QampA 10Your Money 15Seasonings 18Travel 20Events calendar 22 CommEntaryOn My Mind 3By Adrienne McGee
Portrait 6By Jill Campbell
For FunCrossword 8
Welcome to 2012
So many of you will have likely made your New Yearrsquos resolutions by now and I wholeheartedly wish you the best of luck Stay the course good citizens
Irsquove often joined you resolving myself to be better in some way Irsquove gone simple mdash the standard lose weight mantra mdash and Irsquove gone complicated mdash be who God made me to be Which leads me to another resolution mdash be less resistant to change
My unease relating to major changes has been a personality trait from way back Irsquod argue I was born with that one but the sci-entific method canrsquot really poke that far into my background Itrsquos kind of like wanting to do a Science Fair project on black holes How does a seventh-grader run an experiment that will prove or disprove their existence (And yeah thatrsquos pretty much what my science teacher asked me)
Big changes are not my thing Little changes were once not my thing but I slowly resigned myself to them as I grew ever lon-ger in the tooth I am much better at this just because of prac-tice really So what magic number do I have to hit where Irsquoll be resigned to the big changes too and take them in stride with class Irsquom still waiting
New Yearrsquos resolutions donrsquot work for me simply put I never feel like Irsquove completely finished the one from the year before Have I ever been able to cross of the list in permanent marker the resolution of ldquolose weightrdquo The answer obviously is no I may be able to be healthier for a time but then I fall off the wagon seemingly right into a bag of gummy bears (Theyrsquore springy so at least they cushion my fall)
Have I attained the goal of being more patient less snappish Ask my coworkers (Irsquoll give you $1 if they donrsquot roll their eyes)
Is my house clean and organized Does my dog go on daily long mentally stimulating walks Are my grandmothers visited more Is my retirement plan doing the best it can for me right now
Am I being who God wantsNopeI know that I fail on a daily basis but I refuse to allow that to
leach over into the rest of my week or month or year If I donrsquot meet a goal for a New Yearrsquos resolution so be it Irsquoll keep work-ing on it and with a little grace I might just get there someday
On my mind
Adrienne McGee
LifestyleSpecial Sections Editor
3 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
4
Last year I took you back to those Running Lima Senior Spartans of 1991-92 a team from another era of high school hoops when the scoreboard generally reflected
more of a high-octane offensive display than the way the game is often played today It wasnrsquot unusual to see teams scoring 80 and even 90-plus points on certain nights
And back in the early lsquo90rsquos few teams could match those Runninrsquo Spar-tans who got it off the boards after an
opponentrsquos miss got it into the hands of Demond Lyles or Greg Simpson and more often than not scored
Although the team had many scoring options including Lyles who still holds the record for the most three-point goals in a state tournament game with nine unquestionably it was Greg Simpson who was the teamrsquos No 1 option This month Irsquoll take a closer look at Simpsonrsquos meteoric rise to high-school prominence and the opportunities that once upon a time lay before him
Greg Simpson whose father Phil was a standout athlete at Lima Senior in the late 1960s was drawn to the game
During his West Middle School days it was almost unfair that he was playing against boys who were just beginning to cultivate their basketball skills
Jim Penn the Spartan basketball head coach from 1985 through 1987 recalls ldquoMy lsquo87-rsquo88 squad had several returning lettermen so I was optimistic but I had a problem a lot of coaches can relate to I thought we might be exposed at point guard espe-cially in the ultra-competitive Greater Miami Conference
ldquoNow during that last season I coached Greg was an eighth grader and my coaching staff and I would try to get to as many of Westrsquos games as we could I remember one game in particular West at South at the old South Gym one of Limarsquos great basket-ball landmarks with the seating up on top and that overhang
ldquoGreg scored 30 in a very hostile atmosphere while being dou-ble teamed the entire games I remember telling my coaches as we were leaving that if we had that little eighth-grader right then playing at the varsity level wersquod be winning a whole lot more games He was that goodrdquo
After Penn stepped down as the Spartan coach his successor a mere footnote in Spartan basketball history Brad Ovial who
lasted a single season as Senior Highrsquos coach made a push to have the Lima Senior rule changed that wouldnrsquot allow freshmen to compete at the varsity level
The rule was changed in time for Simpson to play a dozen games his freshman year and during those games he averaged an impressive 138 points Try telling Ottawa Glandorf Simpson was just a freshman on the evening of Feb 11 when he dropped 31 on the Titans
The next year as a sophomore Simpson almost doubled that average playing for Ovialrsquos successor Paul Whitney averaging
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Sports spot
Greg SimpsonTwo-time Mr Ohio Basketball offensive juggernaut
By John Grindrod
Greg Simpson when he played for Lima Senior High School in 1992
5 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
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Right on the corner of 5th St and N Washington St next to Bellmanrsquos Party Shop
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WErsquoRE NOT AN ANTIQUE STORE WE BUY - SELL amp TRADE WErsquoRE AN ANYTHING YOU NEED STORE
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STOCK CHANGES DAY TO DAYIF YOU WANT IT AND WE DONrsquoT HAVE
IT WErsquoLL TRY TO FIND IT FOR YOU
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OLD FASHIONEDTRADING
POST
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TRADEgoods of all
types
OUTDOOR FLEA MARKET amp EMPORIUM
528 NWashington StDelphos
Right on the corner of 5th St and N Washington St next to Bellmanrsquos Party Shop
and across the street from the Pizza Hut
419-692-0044
WErsquoRE NOT AN ANTIQUE STORE WE BUY - SELL amp TRADE WErsquoRE AN ANYTHING YOU NEED STORE
STOP BY amp SEE WHAT WE HAVE STOCK CHANGES DAILY
NEW
NEWMERCHANDISE
DAILY
MORE VALUEFOR YOUR
BUYING $$
STOP BYAND
SEE US
STOCK CHANGES DAY TO DAYIF YOU WANT IT AND WE DONrsquoT HAVE
IT WErsquoLL TRY TO FIND IT FOR YOU
JUST LIKEAN
OLD FASHIONEDTRADING
POST
We BUYSELL and
TRADEgoods of all
types
DELPHOSTRADINGPOST
At the Delphos Trading Post one manrsquos unwanted items are another manrsquos treasure So what wersquove done is give you a place where you can bring your unwanted treasures and trade them for something you might like or cash We buy sell and trade just about anything that is in good shape and has a market value We also buy and sell fire arms gold and silver antiques and collectibles so come see us at the Delphos Trading Post and let us help your dollars go further
Did You Know The items collectors collect may be antique or simply collectible Antiques are collectible items at least 100 years old collectibles are not as old as antiques and may even be new Collectors and dealers may use the word vintage to describe older collectibles Most collectibles are man-made commercial items but some private collectors collect natural objects such as birdsrsquo eggs butterflies rocks and seashells Some collectors collect only in childhood while others continue to do so throughout their lives and usually modify their aims later in life
In general items of significance beauty value or interest that are too young to be considered antiques fall into the category of collectibles Some collectibles are limited editions and some are new but many of them have been around for decades So if you are looking for a profitable hobby start collecting Good Luck and Good Fortune
Tues-Thurs Right on the corner of 5th St and N Washington St
Just look for the Sign
STOCK CHANGES DAY TO DAY IF YOU WANT IT AND WE DONrsquoT HAVE IT
WErsquoLL TRY TO FIND IT FOR YOU
We Buy Gold amp Silver
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261 points per game His season included 34 threes and a season high of 41 against Milford on Jan 19 1990
Simpsonrsquos junior year saw another dramatic jump in his offen-sive output Despite the fact that the Spartans failed to make it out of the Sectionals in the tournament Simpson increased his scor-ing to 316 a game while hitting 51 threes His high game was a 53-point effort against Fairfield on Dec 28 1990 just one bucket shy of the single-game scoring record of 55 set by Joe Fisher against Van Wert in 1970
His junior performance earned Simpson Ohiorsquos Mr Basketball award With 1406 points and a whole senior year to go Greg set his sights on Andre Reedrsquos Lima Senior school record of 1563 points
In his senior year finally Simpsonrsquos innate ability to put the ball in the basket and his teamrsquos success converged The Spartans made it all the way to the state championship game in Colum-bus before bowing to GMC rival Lakota Along the way Simpson scored 940 points easily eclipsing Reedrsquos record while averaging 348 points per
Even more remarkable was the fact that over the entire second half of the regular season from games 11 through 20 Simpson averaged 433 points per including the game in which he bettered Fisher 55-point mark by scoring 57 on Feb 1 1992 against Toledo Start
Simpsonrsquos senior year also included games of 53 and 47 against Findlay a pair of 47-point games against Lakota 46 against Shaw-nee and 45 against Mansfield Senior
His performance earned him a second straight Ohio Mr Basket-ball a feat accomplished consecutively only three other times by
Toledo MacComberrsquos Jimmy Jackson in 1988-89 Akron St Vincent-St Maryrsquos LeBron James in 2001-2-3 and Cincinnati North College Hillrsquos OJ Mayo in 2005-6
Simpson also was selected to play in the prestigious McDonaldrsquos All-American game before attending Ohio State where as a fresh-man he earned accolades as Big 10 Freshman of the Year
While many may choose to remember Simpsonrsquos troubled post-high school basketball life mdash one which included two dismiss-als for disciplinary reasons first from Ohio State and then from West Virginia and a failed attempt to catch on with an NBA team mdash there is no denying he was Limarsquos most prolific offensive high school player ever
Retired LCC basketball coach Bob Seggerson who has either played or coached Lima high school basketball for nearly 50 years had this to say about Simpson ldquoFrom a purely athletic perspective he was the most gifted athlete Irsquove ever watched compete in Lima Really I thought he was a world-class athlete whorsquod have excelled in any sport hersquod have chosen He wasnrsquot just fast He had a burst that made him elite Hand-eye coordination timing an ability to get off the floor quickly and explosively he had every tool you could possibly want a basket ballplayer to have
ldquoAnd something that a lot of people who felt he just got by on natural ability would be surprised by is the fact that he was an absolutely fierce competitor and worked his tail off to improve his gamerdquo
While some may argue that another Lima basketball legend and Ohio Mr Basketball Aaron Hutchins had a better overall game there is no denying when it came to putting the ball in the basket no one did it better and more often than Greg Simpson
6
She has a passion for learning and teaching ldquoI take as many classes as I canrdquo says the Master Gardener from Ottawa who happened to turn her hobby into an adventure Deb Croy is
the owner of a small garden center named The Watering Can spe-cializing in pond products water garden plants heirloom tomato plants root crops and a variety of bulk seeds
Born and raised in the Toledo area in 1973 Deb moved to Ottawa her husband Jimrsquos hometown The couple has one son and three grandchildren
Behind their home in the midst of a variety of blooming beds and a garden pond the Croys built a cute little gardenerrsquos shed out of recycled material ldquoWersquove got about $50 in itrdquo laughs Deb ldquoEvery-thing is recycled but the roof
ldquoThe summer of 2011 was wonky weather for toma-toesrdquo said Deb who is diligent about saving seeds from several varieties of heirloom tomatoes ldquoMy germination percent is about 95rdquo explained Deb who performs her own
tests by planting and labeling seeds in potsEvery year from May to September Deb holds classes for second
to fifth graders The students learn about gardening and make hats In addition she is known around the neighborhood for her lending library and doling out home dried fruit to children ldquoI love to teachrdquo says Deb who cares about people
During the Ottawa flood of 2007 Debrsquos home became a shelter where meals were prepared
ldquoMy only requirement was that families ate togetherrdquo Deb explained ldquoWe ate in shiftsrdquo The Croyrsquos fed their neighbors from their own food supply of home canned goods dried fruits a side of beef and soups made from scratch
In the warm months Debrsquos backyard garden is a gathering place where people are welcome and comfortable
ldquoIrsquove looked out to find folks eating their lunch at my garden
Rehab is workBut it can also be fun
Gourmet dining Fine linens Personal concierge service This is rehab Our Home Again rehabilitation service will pamper you while you undergo therapy To find out how we can help you or someone you love transition smoothly back home call us to schedule a personal tour
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Passion for learning
Ottawa woman owns a small garden center
Portrait
By Jill Campbell
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
See WATERING CAN bull 9
The sign outside Deb Croys business The Watering Can in Ottawa
Photos by Jill Cambell
7
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ABOVE Deb demonstrates how to save seeds by pressing seeds between paper towels
LEFT Deb Croy stands outside her business The Watering Can
Hats that were part of a childrens garden class project that Deb Croy hosted
OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
8
Across1 Apprehension about what is
going to happen 9 Coin15 Drive off16 Heathens 17 Intact 18 Swallow19 ___ it on thick20 ldquoMalcolm Xrdquo director21 Atlanta-based station (acro-
nym)22 Blackguard23 Be a snitch25 Pre-Christian priests among
the Celts 27 Bank offering for short
(acronym)28 Like a brigadier general (2
wds)
30 Brio31 Henry Clay for one34 Meeting at a certain time
and place esp lov-ers
36 Very to Verdi37 Grassland38 Christmas wish39 Not now (2 wds)41 Went bad42 Egyptian fertility goddess43 Try to forget 45 Engage in passive activi-
ties often with ldquooutrdquo 46 Put things in order (2 wds) 47 Declines51 Egg cells52 Driverrsquos lic and others53 ldquoAcidrdquo (acronym)55 ldquoFantasy Islandrdquo prop
Just for fun
Crossword Answer
56 Second shot58 By no means (3 wd) 60 One who runs away to get
married 61 Club restriction (2 wds) 62 Beat63 Mountain range between
France and Spain
Down
1 ___ Ste Marie2 Arm bones3 Woman prophet 4 The ldquoprdquo in mpg5 Carbon compound6 More rude 7 Directs8 Dusk to Donne9 Dry by centrifugal forces10 Imitates a hot dog11 ___ roll12 Small tropical wormlike
amphibian 13 Financial protection for
property 14 Alienated 21 Beauty pageant wear24 Numbers games26 Altogether29 ldquoHighrdquo time30 Forever poetically
31 Plant and animal eaters32 New Deal president33 Crocodile relative 35 Cowboy boot attachment37 Advances40 Those who show the way 41 Bartender 44 Laudatory speech for one
who has died 46 Kiddies 48 Hold responsible49 Contradict50 Sedimentary materials 54 ldquoOverrdquo follower in the first
line of ldquoThe Caissons Go Rolling Alongrdquo
57 ldquoTarzanrdquo extra58 40 winks59 Bolivian export
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tablerdquo she laughs ldquoMy backyard has also been the set-ting for prom pictures Girl Scout and club meetingsrdquo
The first week of March Deb sets seeds inside using a special garden mix
ldquoWe sell the best stems bar none in tomato varieties (4 inch pots) Customers begin ordering in December for their next yearrsquos garden Later in the spring she sells tomato plants root crops (potatoes and sweet potatoes) asparagus bulk seeds green peppers broc-coli and more recently berry bushes strawberries and grapes
Each year Deb plants 2500 tomatoes in 36 varieties and six different colors
ldquoAll heirloomrdquo says Deb ldquoI grow the ugliest and best tasting tomatoesrdquo
Deb recommends storing tomatoes in a cool dry place ldquoDonrsquot store onions and potatoes togetherrdquo she adds
ldquoThe only things my husband and I have in com-mon are Folgerrsquos coffee our son and Cottonelle toilet paperrdquo laughs Deb who also enjoys going herbrsquon and junkrsquon with her husband Jim
ldquoI am a list personrdquo says Deb who gets up at 530 am during gardening season ldquoI am not what yoursquod call a Suzie Homemaker but Irsquom am known to grab a hammer and nails and work on a drywall project in the houserdquo
ldquoMy goal in life is to be chubbyrdquo quips Deb who believes ldquowe go through life to learn life lessonsrdquo Have a gardening question Contact her at debcroyyahoocom
Bittersweet hangs over the interior window a rare find
10
Q
Rehab is work But it can also be funTo find out how we can help you or someone you love transition smoothly back home call us to schedule a personal tour
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Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
AAt Our Age QampA
GENERAL
QI prefer reading by audio book Does Social Security have audio publications
AYes we do You can find them at wwwsocialsecuritygovpubs Some of the publications available include What You Can Do Online How Social Security Can Help You
When A Family Member Dies Apply Online For Social Security Benefits and Your Social Security Card And Number You can listen now at wwwsocialsecuritygovpubs
QI am receiving Social Security retirement benefits and I recently went back to work Do I have to pay Social Security (FICA) taxes on my income
AYes By law your employer must withhold FICA taxes from your paycheck Although you are retired you do receive credit for those new earnings Each year Social
Security automatically credits the new earnings and if your new earnings are higher than in any earlier year used to calcu-late your current benefit your monthly benefit could increase For more information visit wwwsocialsecuritygov or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
RETIREMENT
QHow are my retirement benefits calculated
AYour Social Security benefits are based on earn-ings averaged over your lifetime Your actual earn-ings are first adjusted or ldquoindexedrdquo to account
for changes in average wages since the year the earnings were received Then we calculate your average monthly indexed earn-ings during the 35 years in which you earned the most We apply a formula to these earnings and arrive at your basic ben-
efit This is the amount you would receive at your full retire-ment age You may be able to estimate your benefit by using our Retirement Estimator which offers estimates based on your Social Security earnings You can find the Retirement Estimator at wwwsocialsecuritygovestimator
QI know that Social Securityrsquos full retirement age is gradually rising to 67 But does this mean the ldquoearlyrdquo retirement age will also be going up by two years
from age 62 to 64
ANo While it is true that under current law the full retire-ment age is gradually rising from 65 to 67 the ldquoearlyrdquo retirement age remains at 62 Keep in mind however
that taking early retirement reduces your benefit amount For more information about Social Security benefits visit the web-site at wwwsocialsecuritygovrampm1htm
SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME
QNext month Irsquoll turn 65 and because of my financial situation I thought Irsquod be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) But my neighbor told me Irsquod
probably be turned down because I have a friend who said he might help support me Is this true
AIf your friend helps support you it could have an effect on whether you get SSI and on the amount you receive Whether you can get SSI depends on your income and
resources (the things you own) If you have low income and few resources you may be able to get SSI However if you are receiving support from your friend or from anyone else that income will be considered when making a decision on your SSI eligibility and amount Support includes any food or shelter that is given to you or is received by you because someone else pays for it For more information visit wwwsocialsecuritygov and select ldquoSSIrdquo
QMy dad who is receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will be coming to live with me Does he have to report the move to Social Security
AYes An SSI beneficiary must report any change in liv-ing arrangements within 10 days after the month the change occurs If the change is not reported your dad
could receive an incorrect payment or he may not receive all the money that is due Also your dad needs to report his new address to Social Security so that he can receive mail from us Even if benefits are paid by direct deposit we need to be able to get in touch with him He can report the change by tele-phone mail or in person at any Social Security office Keep in mind that failing to report a change to Social Security could result in incorrect payments that may have to be paid back or a
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penalty deducted from SSI benefits Just call 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) You can get more information in the booklet Understanding SSI at wwwsocialsecuritygovssi
DISABILITY
QIrsquove heard there is a way for my daughter to get her disability application on the ldquofast-trackrdquo How does this work
AIf your daughter has one of the more than 100 impair-ments on the Compassionate Allowances list at wwwsocialsecuritygovcompassionateallowances her appli-
cation might be ldquofast-trackedrdquo for a decision Compassionate Allowances make it possible for applicants to receive a decision on their disability applications within days instead of months or years as long as their medical conditions are so severe that they obviously meet Social Securityrsquos definition of disability Learn more at wwwsocialsecuritygovcompassionateallowances
QDo I automatically get Medicare benefits if Irsquom eligi-ble for disability benefits
AAfter you have received disability benefits for 24 months we will automatically enroll you in Medicare We start counting the 24 months from the month you were enti-
tled to receive disability not the month when you received your first benefit payment Sometimes you can get State Medicaid in
the meantime There are exceptions to this rule People with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrigrsquos disease) and chronic renal disease may be able to get Medicare earlier For more infor-mation visit wwwsocialsecuritygov or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
QI am expecting a child and will be out of work for six months Can I qualify for short-term disability
ANo Social Security pays only for total disability mdash condi-tions that render you unable to work and are expected to last for at least a year or end in death No benefits are
payable for partial disability or short-term disability including benefits while on maternity leave
MEDICARE
QIf I retire and start getting Social Security retirement benefits at age 62 will my Medicare coverage begin then too
ANo Medicare benefits based on retirement do not begin until a person is age 65 If you retire at age 62 you may be able to continue to have medical insurance coverage
through your employer or purchase it from an insurance com-pany until you reach age 65 and become eligible for Medicare For more information about who can get Medicare visit wwwmedicaregov
12
By day he is a service technician but by night and on weekends you will find Jim Boedicker somewhere enter-taining a crowd with his music ldquoIrsquom so thankful I did 106
dates last yearrdquo said the talented guitar player and vocalist Despite his youthful appearance 59-year-old Boedicker has
been entertaining folks for 45 years He is well known for his humorous songs trick guitar work and standards performing arrangements from varied styles like rock country bluegrass or Gospel The rural Ada resident has also been on staff with the Perry Corporation since 1982 repairing copiers and printers full-time
Growing up in the Harrod area Jim first sang a solo at Christ-mastime in elementary school Then while in high school he became part of a Gospel group Although he originally played trombone in the school band when he was about 13 he got his first acoustic guitar and took lessons Later he was introduced to the electric guitar
As a teenager Boedicker also began teaching guitar at the for-mer Dearth Guitar Studios in Lima During his school years the entertainer remembers ldquoI really wasnrsquot much of an athlete I would retreat to my room and play guitarrdquo he said
Following his 1971 graduation from Allen East schools he attended Lima Technical College for about a year and a half
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Inspired
By Christina Ryan Claypool
Jim BoedickerEntertainer extraordinaire
in his own right
As a seasoned entertainer Boedicker has shared the stage with lots of fellow musicians He sometimes performs with Limarsquos Ed Zickafoose who is also a well-known entertainer in west central Ohio
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majoring in electronics and also joined a band that played at proms and homecom-ing dances Later Jim became a member of the contemporary Christian group Fresh Surrender with fellow musician Kelly Connor Spallinger and her cousins For more than six years this group per-formed for countless venues
Eventually Jim Boedicker became a familiar face to WTLW TV 44 viewers through his music with Fresh Surrender and by appearing on telethons there Decades ago he also spent time volun-teering at WTGN radio on air from mid-night until 6 am
ldquoWTLW and WTGN gave me a lot of vis-ibilityrdquo said Boedicker As a songwriter he won second place in ldquoThe Christian Artists Music Festivalrdquo in Estes Colo in 1981
In 1980 Jim married his wife the for-mer Sally Czeto who is a graduate of Bath schools The couple met at the Allen County Fair when Jim was manning a booth for Dearth Guitar Studios where he worked part-time for about five years Although he is known locally he has also played the same venues as artists Alison Krauss and Ricky Skaggs
ldquoI never made a living playing musicrdquo said Jim but the seasoned entertainer has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80
Jim Boedicker (left) with Mike Wright a well known area banjoguitar player teamed up in the late eighters Boedicker plays everything from bluegrass to gos-pel musicLima News Archives
ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real
rewarding to merdquo mdash Jim Boedicker
See INSPIRED bull 14
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has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80 dates a year you can find Boedicker performing at private events banquets fairs festi-vals etc Currently he is one of the music leaders at the Bath cam-pus of the Shawnee Community United Methodist Church too
Besides blessing others Jimrsquos music has provided extra income to assist with his sonrsquos medical expenses In explanation the Boedickerrsquos only child 27-year-old Andrew was born with spina bifida along with significant autism
ldquoWe had real financial needs because of my sonrsquos medical needsrdquo said Jim After his sonrsquos birth Boedicker took ldquomore of a business approachrdquo to playing music to supplement the family income The couple continues to care for Andrew at home and are also involved with Bittersweet Farms and the Autism Support Group
Due to his steadfast support at the time of Andrewrsquos birth his former Pastor Dave Thompson has had a great influence on Jimrsquos life He ldquohas been a big encouragement and friendrdquo said Boed-icker Musically he was ldquoreally influenced by Chet Atkins he does everything on the guitarrdquo he said
On Friday nights you will usually find Jim Boedicker entertaining the crowd at Italian restaurant Viva Maria which is located at Lost Creek Golf Course Boedicker is always prepared to take requests from those listening
ldquoI just do family stuff and I think there is a real need for fam-ily entertainmentrdquo Whatever his venue ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real rewarding to merdquo
For the man who has been delighting crowds with his music since he was just a teen Boedicker has learned a lot of lessons along the way The biggest is ldquoStaying in balance You could wear yourself out The older you get the harder it is to keep up with the schedulerdquo he said
As for folks requesting bookings Jim Boedicker hopes that his phone wonrsquot stop ringing anytime soon But with an entertainer as talented as he is you can bet thatrsquos not going to happen
Christina Ryan Claypool is a freelance journalist and inspirational speaker Contact her through her Website at wwwchristinaryanclaypoolcom
bull To contact Jim Boedicker go to his Website at wwwjimboedickercom email him
at jboewatchtvnet or phone him at 419-649-8495
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on Fridays Contact Merri Hanjora
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Your Money
What are your new yearrsquos resolutions this year Are your resolutions like most of us focused on spending less and saving more Unfortunately that can only take you so far
There is so much attention given to small financial worries that many seniors neglect larger issues that can have a significant impact on their lives and their families Now is the time for you and your loved ones to think about the big picture to take steps to protect your assets and to start 2012 off on the right foot1 Take advantage of state and federal programs to help pay for medical care prescription drugs at-home care or nursing home care
Seniors have access to a multitude of state and federal programs but many do not take advantage of them because they donrsquot know they exist or they donrsquot know how to enroll In the realm of health care alone ensuring coverage for prescription drugs and utilizing programs that pay for at-home care can significantly impact your monthly finances
Most Ohioans can utilize Medicare Part D to help pay for prescrip-tion drugs and your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) can point you toward you the best overall coverage There are a lot of options so itrsquos important to take the time to find the best one for you and your family It also may make sense to work with a professional with a thorough understanding of the possibilities and drawbacks of each program
Nursing home care can be even more burdensome mdash as Medicare pays for only the first 20 days before requiring co-payment To qual-ify for any coverage there also must be a prior three-day hospital stay With average Ohio nursing home costs at more than $6000 per month and all healthcare costs spiraling upward itrsquos critical to have a plan to use all of the resources at your disposal keep expenses from affecting your savings2 Make sure you have a comprehensive strategy to protect your assets from taxes and probate
While clipping coupons can make a dent in your weekly grocery bill ensuring that your savings are secure can make a much bigger long-term financial impact for you and your family Tax planning and estate planning are part of a comprehensive approach to protecting your finances and your future
Tax laws are changing dramatically in 2013 with many rates going up While standard tax advice would encourage deferring payments into the future the prospect of higher rates in 2013 means that in many cases you may want to pay now rather than later
Probate costs are another way your family can lose assets if you donrsquot plan ahead Itrsquos critical to understand the limitations of having
Thinking big in the new year
See YOUR MONEY bull 23
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
16
It was all in the familyRichard T Gregg the original owner of
Greggrsquos Department Store died at his home in Lima in 1942 and he was a man to be hon-ored both before and after his death Perhaps his philosophy about business had a lot to do with it for he said ldquoWe will treat each and every cus-tomer as though they were a guest in our homerdquo That thought was religiously carried on genera-tion after generation of the Gregg family
Gregg certainly knew his merchandise as well he should his family had been in the mercantile business since the Revolutionary period He had personally started his own store in Tiffin in 1885 when he was 25 years old It was known as a dry goods sewing and notions store and merchan-dise was top quality because he ordered almost everything from Marshall Field in Chicago And there was a definite friendship between Gregg and Field for when Gregg decided business was slow in Tiffin it was Field who suggested he relocate to Lima
He also knew what the word patience meant One of the things in his possession was a pair of saddlebags which his father used when he rode horseback from Ohio to the wholesale markets to buy things for his store and then had to wait for long periods for the goods to arrive
Gregg opened his store in Lima in 1900 in the Black Block a four story building on North Main Street There were shops on the first floor offices on the second and the Lima Public Library occu-pied the third He began with 5000 square feet of space and when the family eventually bought the building in 1935 he had 218000 square feet that included an annex across the street The idea of moving never crossed his mind for he had moved here when downtown was flourishing and he kept his confidence in its growth He not only ran a successful business but gave back to the com-munity of Lima with his backing everything new that happened here
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Suprisingly it wasnrsquot depressing
It actually brought some things into focus
Some see it as something to avoidhellip I saw it as a responsibilityrdquo
Why you decide isnrsquot importantJust decide
ldquoI SEE IT AS A RESPONSIBILITYrdquo
ldquoWhy you decide to preplan
your funeral isnrsquot important
Itrsquos that you do decide
Thatrsquos whatrsquos important
Time Capsule
R T GreggA man with great foresight
By Jeanne Porreca R T Gregg
Roy Gregg
Tom Gregg
Geoff Gregg
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
17
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Gregg had been married before coming to Lima to Emma Jane Beery and three children were born to them Roy Beery Robert T and Margaret Robert T died in 1931 after an auto accident and his wife died in 1945 Upon the senior Greggrsquos death in 1942 ownership passed to his son Roy Beery It was said of Roy that he was ldquoa perfect example of a round peg in a round holerdquo for thebusiness fitted him perfectly It was all he had known his entire life Like his father he had his own philosophy ldquoIf you give the people good values they will patronize you again and againrdquo Roy was the boss over 300 store employees who respected him and carried on all the fine qualities passed down to him He was fondly called ldquothe universal merchantrdquo and seldom did he miss a daily visit to the store right up to the day of his death Robert died in 1967
Robertrsquos death was the end of the line of the Gregg boys and so the management of the store fell to his grandson Thomas Allen Gregg Thomas had joined the firm in 1945 and had retired in 1979 but came back when the department store sales had begun to lag due to changes in downtown the sale of the store from the Gregg family and the new interest in shop-ping the malls Thomas was a true believer in Lima as then-mayor Harry Moyer reported to the Lima News upon Thomasrsquo death ldquoHis was the first downtown business to give $10000 for the purchase of the northeast quadrant of the Squarerdquo That property was later developed into where the Blue Cross (now The Munici-pal) building and the Town Square Apartments are today Thomas died in 1983 and his son took Geoff took over as manager until the store closed in 1985
There was only one place the Gregg family was as faithful to something else besides the store and that was Market Street Presbyterian Church where all generations belonged beginning with that first fam-ily member
Greggs Department Store in 1958
Pet of the WeekCheck out Sundayrsquos Lifestyle section for your favorite pet pictures
OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
18 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Seasonings
Under pressureThe latest kitchen lsquomust haversquo
may be the electric cooker
New electric models are bringing pressure cooking back to the home kitchen and recipes such as pumpkin risotto are easy in them
Photos courtesy of MCT
A quick look at my home kitchen and you might think I was an avowed minimalist One pot a few saucepans and a cher-ished cast-iron skillet A cupboard of bakeware and bowls
and counter space for just a few appliances All the gadgets that can fit in one small drawer A few chosen knives
Noble I wish A would-be cookware junkie Irsquom saved from binge-ing on tools and equipment only by the postage-stamp size of my cooking space To make it in my kitchen an item has to be essential Which is why I canrsquot stop thinking about getting an electric pressure cooker
In addition to cooking foods in a fraction of the normal time with just the push of a few buttons electric pressure cookers promise so much more Completely self-contained there are models that offer automatic timers and multiple functions so you can brown meats and saute vegetables before pressure cooking perhaps simmer in-between steps and keep a dish warm after itrsquos done Some models double as rice cookers steamers and even slow cookers to seal the deal
Irsquove never owned a pressure cooker With all the horror stories Irsquod heard growing up about exploding cookers and dinners ending up on the ceiling I never seriously considered buying one But more friends are getting them and I seem to be noticing them everywhere lately not just in stores but on TV too No Irsquom not talking ldquoFear Factorrdquo but popular cooking shows where chefs brandish pressure cookers to make quick work of slow-cooked dishes for competition shows such as ldquoTop Chefrdquo and ldquoIron Chefrdquo
So is it all hype And what about the electric models mdash are they too good to be true Curious the LA Times Test Kitchen tested five popular electric cookers along with a highly regarded stove-top model for comparison
The results Pleasantly surprisingAt first glance therersquos no confusing an electric pressure cooker for
a traditional stove-top model These babies are nothing like your motherrsquos pressure cooker While many stove-top models look like a sturdy saucepan with an extra handle attached to the lid the electric models are bigger and bulkier mdash picture a slow cooker on steroids mdash bedazzled with buttons and digital displays Theyrsquore big enough to demand prime counter-top real estate yoursquod be hard-pressed to fit one in a normal cabinet The stainless steel All-Clad in particular reminded me of a mini bank vault it was heavier than the other models we tested and its substantial lid transformed at the touch of a button to lock and unlock (Irsquom convinced food mdash anything mdash would be safe in it even in the event of a nuclear holocaust)
Whatrsquos good about the electric models is that they do so many things automatically plug in the cooker press a few buttons and go You donrsquot have to hover over the stove adjusting the burner to regulate pressure or watch the clock to time when a dish is done The electric models switch off automatically mdash often beeping when done mdash slowly releasing pressure and keeping the dishes warm until needed
The digital displays can be extremely helpful in giving up-to-the-minute details on how a dish is progressing Some displays are very simple others much more colorful even entertaining (the Deni had me momentarily mesmerized) But there can be too much informa-tion At first the Cuisinartrsquos display was a little confusing even after reading the manual we still had to look up a video on YouTube to figure it out
All the models we tested had ldquobrowningrdquo andor ldquosauteingrdquo func-tions a convenient feature allowing you to sear meats and brown vegetables in the same pot before cooking While most of the elec-tric models were round our Deni test model was oval mdash much like a heavy-duty stove-top casserole mdash and not as deep as the others but it had more surface area on the bottom of the insert perfect for browning larger batches of food
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BRANDIED APPLESAUCETotal time 40 minutes plus cooling and chilling timeServings Makes about 5 cups4 pounds Granny Smith apples or other cooking apples34 cup dark brown sugar12 cup apple cider13 cup brandy preferably applejack2 cinnamon sticksPinch nutmegPinch ground clovesPinch dried gingerZest and juice of 12 lemon1 Peel core and quarter the apples2 In a pressure cooker combine the apples brown sugar cider
brandy cinnamon nutmeg cloves ginger lemon zest and juice Lock the pressure cooker and cook at high pressure for 2 minutes
3 Allow the cooker to release pressure naturally (10 to 20 min-utes) then carefully remove the lid Remove the cinnamon sticks and coarsely chop the apples for a coarse sauce or puree them in a blender or food processor for a smoother texture Taste the apple-sauce and adjust the sweetness and flavorings if desired
4 Set the applesauce aside to cool then cover and refrigerate until chilled Taste the applesauce once more (the flavorings will mute a little as the sauce chills) and adjust if desired This makes about 5 cups applesauce The applesauce will keep up to 10 days covered and refrigerated
Each one-half cup sauce 160 calories 0 protein 38 grams carbo-hydrates 2 grams fiber 0 fat 0 cholesterol 33 grams sugar 5 mg sodium
Pressure cookers are becoming a hot item again in home kitchens and are a huge step up from the old ones that always carried stories of exploding dinners New electric mod-els incorpo-rate many fea-tures includ-ing automatic temperature control and timing
20 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Having already experienced Ireland on a Trafalgar Tours coach I didnrsquot hesitate when I decided to see what life was like
to Irelandrsquos neighbors to the east England and Wales So I invite you to join me for this the first of a five-par installment
Irsquoll give you my observations and experiences and tell you what I think you should know if you want to see this part of Europe As far as price my travel mate Jane and I received what we thought was a good rate With airfare included the tour was $1900 apiece and that included all lodging full daily breakfasts three full dinners and shuttle transfers to and from Heathrow Airport
While with travel days the trip was 10 days and included Scotland as well Irsquoll get to Scotland next year By doing so I can begin a series in June on my New Eng-land fall colors week-long adventure through much of New Eng-land a trip which also extended itself beyond American boarders into new Brunswick Canada
As we did for Ireland we pre-loaded a Visa travel card with $1000 to supplement our upfront $1900 and some pocket money we intended to exchange to pounds for daily incidentals The card we intended to use to eat our lunches and dinners not cov-ered in Trafalgarrsquos cost
Not only did the card ensure no large credit card bills came when I returned but the dollars-to-pounds conversion was done automatically The card we used mostly for meals not covered in the cost of the tour
After a flight that covered 3331 miles most of which covered
night-time hours we arrived at Heathrow at 815 am on a Sat-urday I am always challenged when it comes to sleeping on a plane so the time worked well for me The Delta flight also worked well for me because above the drop-down tray was my own personal movie screen with a wide array of current movie selections that were free The full meal for me a meatless pasta dish on a Lenten Friday was quite tasty
Heathrow the second busiest airport in the world with only Atlantarsquos Hartsfield-Jackson being busier is like a small city in itself Donrsquot be intimidated though There are all sorts of people to help you get to where you need to be for baggage claim and shuttle transfers and cabs and such
We exchanged some money at the airport always for Ameri-cans a humbling experience because the dollar is so weak com-pared to Irelandrsquos euro and Englandrsquos pound Expect to give that
Another leap across the big pondEngland and Wales in 5 days
Travel Part 1
By John Grindrod
Westminster AbbyPhotos by John Grindrod
21 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
friendly Brit about two of your dollars for every pound yoursquoll get in return
Our shuttle got us to where we would spend the first two nights in London The Hilton Olympia on Kensington High Street a few blocks down from Princess Dianarsquos last home Kensington Palace
After check-in it was off to explore on our own so we headed for The Tube Londonrsquos underground mass transit system As we walked to the Kensington Station Jane and I saw the same admonishments painted at the street crossings that we saw the year before in Dublin either ldquoLook leftrdquo or ldquoLook rightrdquo They are painted there as a warning to tourists not used to roads where folks are driving vehicles on the left side of the road
Two all-day passes for any Tube ride or double-decker bus ride ran 13 pounds 20 pence in other words a little over $26 As I stepped into the train I couldnrsquot help but notice another direc-tive painted on the cement in front of the train carrsquos threshold ldquoMind the gaprdquo to warn those boarding to step over the small gap between platform and train car
Our first stop was Westminster Abbey which dates to the 11th century and is the huge canrsquot-miss church just west of Westminster Palace one of 10 residential choices available to Queen Elizabeth II Entry was 16 pounds (about $32) for each of us While a bit pricey it was something to which I would grow accustomed since London has a reputation as one of the worldrsquos most expensive cit-ies
I must say The Abbey which many of you saw on TV during Will and Katersquos wedding last April is perhaps the most impressive place Irsquove ever seen Originally it was an abbey for Benedictine monks that is until Henry VIII assumed direct royal control in 1539 and it became a church
Over the years it has been the site of coronations and burials of English mon-archs and other important persons Over 500 royals are buried in The Abbey and in the section known as Poetsrsquo Corner there resides eternally some of Englandrsquos great-est authors mdash Chaucer Tennyson Browning Masefield James Kipling and Dickens among them
Architecturally the most impressive aspect of the church to me was the ceiling well over 100 feet above and comprised of flying buttresses While no flash photog-raphy is allowed I did manage one photo of the ceiling before my impropriety was pointed out by one of the many stewards of the historic building
After leaving we headed for nearby Big Ben with its clock tower completed in 1859 It has become one of Londonrsquos most endearing symbols One misconception Irsquoll clear up is the name Big Ben isnrsquot the name of the clock but of one of the bells the 13-ton beauty that tolls each hour
As for its name there are two theories Some believe the bell was named for Lon-donrsquos first commissioner of works Benjamin Hall a man of formidable girth Others believe the bell was named for a popular heavyweight boxer of the 19th century Ben Count
We also admired the House of Parliament and Parliament Square across the street from the Abbey Further proof of Londonrsquos expense came when I had to answer naturersquos call A turnstile prevented my entry into the public restroom in Parliament Square until I dropped a fifty pence coin (the equivalent of $1) into the slot
We also walked to nearby Westminster Bridge to see what kind of river traffic there was on The Thames that day before returning to our Kensington High Street hotel
We dined at a nice pub down the street called The Hand and Flower on English favorites such as ham and chutney and fish and chips and did a little imbibing My choice was a fine English Ale with a beautiful bronze color Marstons
Next month Irsquoll take you on a morning stroll down Kensington High to see Kens-ington Palace and then out into London on two coach tours one in the morn-ing and one in the afternoon to see Buckingham Palace St Paulrsquos Cathedral The Tower of London and the famous Tower Bridge
TOP A portion of the ornate ceiling inside Westminster AbbyBOTTOM Big Ben Londons most endearing landmark
22
Jan 1Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 2Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 3Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Auglaize PERI 9 1130 am Speedway Lanes 455 N Herman St New Bremen Doug Brookhart on ldquoThe History of Water Plantsrdquo
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Parents and Friends of LesbiansGays 6 pm OSU LimaRhodes State 4240 Campus Dr Lima In the Public Service Building
Mended Hearts 7 pm St Ritarsquos Auxiliary Conference Center 718 W Market St Lima
Jan 4Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Richard Riggs on ldquoThe Lima Symphony Orchestrardquo
UAW 1211 Retirees 12 pm UAW Hall 1440 Bellefontaine
Ave Lima Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 5Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Jan 6ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Steel Magnolia 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 7Health Screenings 12 pm
Rite Aid Pharmacy 3230 W Elm St Lima
Jan 8Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 9Look Good Feel Better 4 pm
St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Look Good Feel Better 5 pm St Marys Community Public Library 140 S Chestnut St St Marys
Ottawa Country Music Jam 6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Kalida Branch Library 301 N Third St Kalida
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 10Bluffton Forum 11 am
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Tom Hafer on ldquoFitness as a Spiritual Disciplinerdquo In Founders Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Lima Area Watercolor Society 7 pm Immanuel United Methodist Church 699 Sunnydale St Elida
Jan 11Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Scott Lindstrom on
ldquoSolar Energyrdquo Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area Civil War Study Club 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Trinity Chapter Order of The Eastern Star 730 pm Lima Masonic Center 2165 N Cole St Lima
Jan 12Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 13Bluffton Colloquium 4
pm Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr George Lehman on ldquoNeuroleadership Good Science or Passing Fadrdquo In Centennial Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 14
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Events calendar
23 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
a will as your only plan-ning strategy With only a will yoursquoll likely face the potential problems of probatemdashincluding high costs and inevi-table delays For many families planning with different types of trusts and gifting strategies can ensure that your spouse and children receive what they need without the hassles and fees of probate court These tactics are not only for the wealthy mdash it may be even more important to the average farm family for exam-ple who may be land rich but cash poor3 Stop worrying about your finances and start enjoying retirement
The most important reason to plan is so that you can stop worry-ing If you know your assets are secure mdash that your spouse will have enough to live on when yoursquore gone that yoursquoll be able to pass something along to your kids mdash then you can focus your energy on the most important part of retirement mak-ing these years great Start thinking bigger and planning now to make 2012 the time you started truly enjoy-ing your golden years Thatrsquos a resolution wersquod all like to achieve mdash and you canMitch Adel is managing partner at Cooper Adel and Associates With offices in Centerburg Monroe Sidney and Wilmington Cooper Adel amp Associates has clients statewide and offers regular seminars to educate seniors on critical financial issues
YOUR MONEY bull from 15 ndashndashndashndashndashndash
Plus II GatheringSupport Group 11 am Bradfield Community Center 550 S Collett St Lima For parents of twins On-site day care
Live Music Carl Rust in Concert 11 am The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Jan 15Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 16National Alliance on Mental
Illness 6 pm Challenged Higher Clubrsquos Drop-In Center 407 N Franklin St Van Wert
Auglaize Township Trustees 730 pm Auglaize Township Administration Building 7726 Bellefontaine Rd Harrod
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 17Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Caregiverrsquos Support Group 3 pm St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Jan 18Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Dr Matt Harbur on ldquoAgronomyrdquo
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Community Fellowship Meal 5 pm St John United Methodist Church 205 N High St Columbus Grove
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area UFO Associates 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Jan 19Allen County PERI 12 pm
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Peaceful Parenting 5 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Amputees in Motion 7 pm Bethel Baptist Church 630 Powers Ave Lima
Stomp 730 pm Veterans Memorial Civic Center 7 Town Sq Lima (419) 224-1552
Jan 20ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 21Lima Symphony Orchestra
presents Mozart by Candlelight 730 pm Trinity United Methodist Church 301 W Market St Lima
Jan 22Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 23Ottawa Country Music Jam
6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 24Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 James Nagle with ldquoStories from the Roadrdquo In Yoder Recital Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Family Movie Night 6 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Jenna Bush Hager 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 25Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 26Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 27Bluffton Colloquium 4 pm
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr Michael Edmiston on ldquoGadgets and the Curves They Throw Yourdquo In Stutzman Lecture Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 29Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 30Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 31Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
24 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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Welcome to 2012
So many of you will have likely made your New Yearrsquos resolutions by now and I wholeheartedly wish you the best of luck Stay the course good citizens
Irsquove often joined you resolving myself to be better in some way Irsquove gone simple mdash the standard lose weight mantra mdash and Irsquove gone complicated mdash be who God made me to be Which leads me to another resolution mdash be less resistant to change
My unease relating to major changes has been a personality trait from way back Irsquod argue I was born with that one but the sci-entific method canrsquot really poke that far into my background Itrsquos kind of like wanting to do a Science Fair project on black holes How does a seventh-grader run an experiment that will prove or disprove their existence (And yeah thatrsquos pretty much what my science teacher asked me)
Big changes are not my thing Little changes were once not my thing but I slowly resigned myself to them as I grew ever lon-ger in the tooth I am much better at this just because of prac-tice really So what magic number do I have to hit where Irsquoll be resigned to the big changes too and take them in stride with class Irsquom still waiting
New Yearrsquos resolutions donrsquot work for me simply put I never feel like Irsquove completely finished the one from the year before Have I ever been able to cross of the list in permanent marker the resolution of ldquolose weightrdquo The answer obviously is no I may be able to be healthier for a time but then I fall off the wagon seemingly right into a bag of gummy bears (Theyrsquore springy so at least they cushion my fall)
Have I attained the goal of being more patient less snappish Ask my coworkers (Irsquoll give you $1 if they donrsquot roll their eyes)
Is my house clean and organized Does my dog go on daily long mentally stimulating walks Are my grandmothers visited more Is my retirement plan doing the best it can for me right now
Am I being who God wantsNopeI know that I fail on a daily basis but I refuse to allow that to
leach over into the rest of my week or month or year If I donrsquot meet a goal for a New Yearrsquos resolution so be it Irsquoll keep work-ing on it and with a little grace I might just get there someday
On my mind
Adrienne McGee
LifestyleSpecial Sections Editor
3 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
4
Last year I took you back to those Running Lima Senior Spartans of 1991-92 a team from another era of high school hoops when the scoreboard generally reflected
more of a high-octane offensive display than the way the game is often played today It wasnrsquot unusual to see teams scoring 80 and even 90-plus points on certain nights
And back in the early lsquo90rsquos few teams could match those Runninrsquo Spar-tans who got it off the boards after an
opponentrsquos miss got it into the hands of Demond Lyles or Greg Simpson and more often than not scored
Although the team had many scoring options including Lyles who still holds the record for the most three-point goals in a state tournament game with nine unquestionably it was Greg Simpson who was the teamrsquos No 1 option This month Irsquoll take a closer look at Simpsonrsquos meteoric rise to high-school prominence and the opportunities that once upon a time lay before him
Greg Simpson whose father Phil was a standout athlete at Lima Senior in the late 1960s was drawn to the game
During his West Middle School days it was almost unfair that he was playing against boys who were just beginning to cultivate their basketball skills
Jim Penn the Spartan basketball head coach from 1985 through 1987 recalls ldquoMy lsquo87-rsquo88 squad had several returning lettermen so I was optimistic but I had a problem a lot of coaches can relate to I thought we might be exposed at point guard espe-cially in the ultra-competitive Greater Miami Conference
ldquoNow during that last season I coached Greg was an eighth grader and my coaching staff and I would try to get to as many of Westrsquos games as we could I remember one game in particular West at South at the old South Gym one of Limarsquos great basket-ball landmarks with the seating up on top and that overhang
ldquoGreg scored 30 in a very hostile atmosphere while being dou-ble teamed the entire games I remember telling my coaches as we were leaving that if we had that little eighth-grader right then playing at the varsity level wersquod be winning a whole lot more games He was that goodrdquo
After Penn stepped down as the Spartan coach his successor a mere footnote in Spartan basketball history Brad Ovial who
lasted a single season as Senior Highrsquos coach made a push to have the Lima Senior rule changed that wouldnrsquot allow freshmen to compete at the varsity level
The rule was changed in time for Simpson to play a dozen games his freshman year and during those games he averaged an impressive 138 points Try telling Ottawa Glandorf Simpson was just a freshman on the evening of Feb 11 when he dropped 31 on the Titans
The next year as a sophomore Simpson almost doubled that average playing for Ovialrsquos successor Paul Whitney averaging
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Sports spot
Greg SimpsonTwo-time Mr Ohio Basketball offensive juggernaut
By John Grindrod
Greg Simpson when he played for Lima Senior High School in 1992
5 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
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Right on the corner of 5th St and N Washington St next to Bellmanrsquos Party Shop
and across the street from the Pizza Hut
419-692-0044
WErsquoRE NOT AN ANTIQUE STORE WE BUY - SELL amp TRADE WErsquoRE AN ANYTHING YOU NEED STORE
STOP BY amp SEE WHAT WE HAVE STOCK CHANGES DAILY
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DAILY
MORE VALUEFOR YOUR
BUYING $$
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STOCK CHANGES DAY TO DAYIF YOU WANT IT AND WE DONrsquoT HAVE
IT WErsquoLL TRY TO FIND IT FOR YOU
JUST LIKEAN
OLD FASHIONEDTRADING
POST
We BUYSELL and
TRADEgoods of all
types
OUTDOOR FLEA MARKET amp EMPORIUM
528 NWashington StDelphos
Right on the corner of 5th St and N Washington St next to Bellmanrsquos Party Shop
and across the street from the Pizza Hut
419-692-0044
WErsquoRE NOT AN ANTIQUE STORE WE BUY - SELL amp TRADE WErsquoRE AN ANYTHING YOU NEED STORE
STOP BY amp SEE WHAT WE HAVE STOCK CHANGES DAILY
NEW
NEWMERCHANDISE
DAILY
MORE VALUEFOR YOUR
BUYING $$
STOP BYAND
SEE US
STOCK CHANGES DAY TO DAYIF YOU WANT IT AND WE DONrsquoT HAVE
IT WErsquoLL TRY TO FIND IT FOR YOU
JUST LIKEAN
OLD FASHIONEDTRADING
POST
We BUYSELL and
TRADEgoods of all
types
DELPHOSTRADINGPOST
At the Delphos Trading Post one manrsquos unwanted items are another manrsquos treasure So what wersquove done is give you a place where you can bring your unwanted treasures and trade them for something you might like or cash We buy sell and trade just about anything that is in good shape and has a market value We also buy and sell fire arms gold and silver antiques and collectibles so come see us at the Delphos Trading Post and let us help your dollars go further
Did You Know The items collectors collect may be antique or simply collectible Antiques are collectible items at least 100 years old collectibles are not as old as antiques and may even be new Collectors and dealers may use the word vintage to describe older collectibles Most collectibles are man-made commercial items but some private collectors collect natural objects such as birdsrsquo eggs butterflies rocks and seashells Some collectors collect only in childhood while others continue to do so throughout their lives and usually modify their aims later in life
In general items of significance beauty value or interest that are too young to be considered antiques fall into the category of collectibles Some collectibles are limited editions and some are new but many of them have been around for decades So if you are looking for a profitable hobby start collecting Good Luck and Good Fortune
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Just look for the Sign
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261 points per game His season included 34 threes and a season high of 41 against Milford on Jan 19 1990
Simpsonrsquos junior year saw another dramatic jump in his offen-sive output Despite the fact that the Spartans failed to make it out of the Sectionals in the tournament Simpson increased his scor-ing to 316 a game while hitting 51 threes His high game was a 53-point effort against Fairfield on Dec 28 1990 just one bucket shy of the single-game scoring record of 55 set by Joe Fisher against Van Wert in 1970
His junior performance earned Simpson Ohiorsquos Mr Basketball award With 1406 points and a whole senior year to go Greg set his sights on Andre Reedrsquos Lima Senior school record of 1563 points
In his senior year finally Simpsonrsquos innate ability to put the ball in the basket and his teamrsquos success converged The Spartans made it all the way to the state championship game in Colum-bus before bowing to GMC rival Lakota Along the way Simpson scored 940 points easily eclipsing Reedrsquos record while averaging 348 points per
Even more remarkable was the fact that over the entire second half of the regular season from games 11 through 20 Simpson averaged 433 points per including the game in which he bettered Fisher 55-point mark by scoring 57 on Feb 1 1992 against Toledo Start
Simpsonrsquos senior year also included games of 53 and 47 against Findlay a pair of 47-point games against Lakota 46 against Shaw-nee and 45 against Mansfield Senior
His performance earned him a second straight Ohio Mr Basket-ball a feat accomplished consecutively only three other times by
Toledo MacComberrsquos Jimmy Jackson in 1988-89 Akron St Vincent-St Maryrsquos LeBron James in 2001-2-3 and Cincinnati North College Hillrsquos OJ Mayo in 2005-6
Simpson also was selected to play in the prestigious McDonaldrsquos All-American game before attending Ohio State where as a fresh-man he earned accolades as Big 10 Freshman of the Year
While many may choose to remember Simpsonrsquos troubled post-high school basketball life mdash one which included two dismiss-als for disciplinary reasons first from Ohio State and then from West Virginia and a failed attempt to catch on with an NBA team mdash there is no denying he was Limarsquos most prolific offensive high school player ever
Retired LCC basketball coach Bob Seggerson who has either played or coached Lima high school basketball for nearly 50 years had this to say about Simpson ldquoFrom a purely athletic perspective he was the most gifted athlete Irsquove ever watched compete in Lima Really I thought he was a world-class athlete whorsquod have excelled in any sport hersquod have chosen He wasnrsquot just fast He had a burst that made him elite Hand-eye coordination timing an ability to get off the floor quickly and explosively he had every tool you could possibly want a basket ballplayer to have
ldquoAnd something that a lot of people who felt he just got by on natural ability would be surprised by is the fact that he was an absolutely fierce competitor and worked his tail off to improve his gamerdquo
While some may argue that another Lima basketball legend and Ohio Mr Basketball Aaron Hutchins had a better overall game there is no denying when it came to putting the ball in the basket no one did it better and more often than Greg Simpson
6
She has a passion for learning and teaching ldquoI take as many classes as I canrdquo says the Master Gardener from Ottawa who happened to turn her hobby into an adventure Deb Croy is
the owner of a small garden center named The Watering Can spe-cializing in pond products water garden plants heirloom tomato plants root crops and a variety of bulk seeds
Born and raised in the Toledo area in 1973 Deb moved to Ottawa her husband Jimrsquos hometown The couple has one son and three grandchildren
Behind their home in the midst of a variety of blooming beds and a garden pond the Croys built a cute little gardenerrsquos shed out of recycled material ldquoWersquove got about $50 in itrdquo laughs Deb ldquoEvery-thing is recycled but the roof
ldquoThe summer of 2011 was wonky weather for toma-toesrdquo said Deb who is diligent about saving seeds from several varieties of heirloom tomatoes ldquoMy germination percent is about 95rdquo explained Deb who performs her own
tests by planting and labeling seeds in potsEvery year from May to September Deb holds classes for second
to fifth graders The students learn about gardening and make hats In addition she is known around the neighborhood for her lending library and doling out home dried fruit to children ldquoI love to teachrdquo says Deb who cares about people
During the Ottawa flood of 2007 Debrsquos home became a shelter where meals were prepared
ldquoMy only requirement was that families ate togetherrdquo Deb explained ldquoWe ate in shiftsrdquo The Croyrsquos fed their neighbors from their own food supply of home canned goods dried fruits a side of beef and soups made from scratch
In the warm months Debrsquos backyard garden is a gathering place where people are welcome and comfortable
ldquoIrsquove looked out to find folks eating their lunch at my garden
Rehab is workBut it can also be fun
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Passion for learning
Ottawa woman owns a small garden center
Portrait
By Jill Campbell
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
See WATERING CAN bull 9
The sign outside Deb Croys business The Watering Can in Ottawa
Photos by Jill Cambell
7
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ABOVE Deb demonstrates how to save seeds by pressing seeds between paper towels
LEFT Deb Croy stands outside her business The Watering Can
Hats that were part of a childrens garden class project that Deb Croy hosted
OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
8
Across1 Apprehension about what is
going to happen 9 Coin15 Drive off16 Heathens 17 Intact 18 Swallow19 ___ it on thick20 ldquoMalcolm Xrdquo director21 Atlanta-based station (acro-
nym)22 Blackguard23 Be a snitch25 Pre-Christian priests among
the Celts 27 Bank offering for short
(acronym)28 Like a brigadier general (2
wds)
30 Brio31 Henry Clay for one34 Meeting at a certain time
and place esp lov-ers
36 Very to Verdi37 Grassland38 Christmas wish39 Not now (2 wds)41 Went bad42 Egyptian fertility goddess43 Try to forget 45 Engage in passive activi-
ties often with ldquooutrdquo 46 Put things in order (2 wds) 47 Declines51 Egg cells52 Driverrsquos lic and others53 ldquoAcidrdquo (acronym)55 ldquoFantasy Islandrdquo prop
Just for fun
Crossword Answer
56 Second shot58 By no means (3 wd) 60 One who runs away to get
married 61 Club restriction (2 wds) 62 Beat63 Mountain range between
France and Spain
Down
1 ___ Ste Marie2 Arm bones3 Woman prophet 4 The ldquoprdquo in mpg5 Carbon compound6 More rude 7 Directs8 Dusk to Donne9 Dry by centrifugal forces10 Imitates a hot dog11 ___ roll12 Small tropical wormlike
amphibian 13 Financial protection for
property 14 Alienated 21 Beauty pageant wear24 Numbers games26 Altogether29 ldquoHighrdquo time30 Forever poetically
31 Plant and animal eaters32 New Deal president33 Crocodile relative 35 Cowboy boot attachment37 Advances40 Those who show the way 41 Bartender 44 Laudatory speech for one
who has died 46 Kiddies 48 Hold responsible49 Contradict50 Sedimentary materials 54 ldquoOverrdquo follower in the first
line of ldquoThe Caissons Go Rolling Alongrdquo
57 ldquoTarzanrdquo extra58 40 winks59 Bolivian export
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January2012
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tablerdquo she laughs ldquoMy backyard has also been the set-ting for prom pictures Girl Scout and club meetingsrdquo
The first week of March Deb sets seeds inside using a special garden mix
ldquoWe sell the best stems bar none in tomato varieties (4 inch pots) Customers begin ordering in December for their next yearrsquos garden Later in the spring she sells tomato plants root crops (potatoes and sweet potatoes) asparagus bulk seeds green peppers broc-coli and more recently berry bushes strawberries and grapes
Each year Deb plants 2500 tomatoes in 36 varieties and six different colors
ldquoAll heirloomrdquo says Deb ldquoI grow the ugliest and best tasting tomatoesrdquo
Deb recommends storing tomatoes in a cool dry place ldquoDonrsquot store onions and potatoes togetherrdquo she adds
ldquoThe only things my husband and I have in com-mon are Folgerrsquos coffee our son and Cottonelle toilet paperrdquo laughs Deb who also enjoys going herbrsquon and junkrsquon with her husband Jim
ldquoI am a list personrdquo says Deb who gets up at 530 am during gardening season ldquoI am not what yoursquod call a Suzie Homemaker but Irsquom am known to grab a hammer and nails and work on a drywall project in the houserdquo
ldquoMy goal in life is to be chubbyrdquo quips Deb who believes ldquowe go through life to learn life lessonsrdquo Have a gardening question Contact her at debcroyyahoocom
Bittersweet hangs over the interior window a rare find
10
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Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
AAt Our Age QampA
GENERAL
QI prefer reading by audio book Does Social Security have audio publications
AYes we do You can find them at wwwsocialsecuritygovpubs Some of the publications available include What You Can Do Online How Social Security Can Help You
When A Family Member Dies Apply Online For Social Security Benefits and Your Social Security Card And Number You can listen now at wwwsocialsecuritygovpubs
QI am receiving Social Security retirement benefits and I recently went back to work Do I have to pay Social Security (FICA) taxes on my income
AYes By law your employer must withhold FICA taxes from your paycheck Although you are retired you do receive credit for those new earnings Each year Social
Security automatically credits the new earnings and if your new earnings are higher than in any earlier year used to calcu-late your current benefit your monthly benefit could increase For more information visit wwwsocialsecuritygov or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
RETIREMENT
QHow are my retirement benefits calculated
AYour Social Security benefits are based on earn-ings averaged over your lifetime Your actual earn-ings are first adjusted or ldquoindexedrdquo to account
for changes in average wages since the year the earnings were received Then we calculate your average monthly indexed earn-ings during the 35 years in which you earned the most We apply a formula to these earnings and arrive at your basic ben-
efit This is the amount you would receive at your full retire-ment age You may be able to estimate your benefit by using our Retirement Estimator which offers estimates based on your Social Security earnings You can find the Retirement Estimator at wwwsocialsecuritygovestimator
QI know that Social Securityrsquos full retirement age is gradually rising to 67 But does this mean the ldquoearlyrdquo retirement age will also be going up by two years
from age 62 to 64
ANo While it is true that under current law the full retire-ment age is gradually rising from 65 to 67 the ldquoearlyrdquo retirement age remains at 62 Keep in mind however
that taking early retirement reduces your benefit amount For more information about Social Security benefits visit the web-site at wwwsocialsecuritygovrampm1htm
SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME
QNext month Irsquoll turn 65 and because of my financial situation I thought Irsquod be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) But my neighbor told me Irsquod
probably be turned down because I have a friend who said he might help support me Is this true
AIf your friend helps support you it could have an effect on whether you get SSI and on the amount you receive Whether you can get SSI depends on your income and
resources (the things you own) If you have low income and few resources you may be able to get SSI However if you are receiving support from your friend or from anyone else that income will be considered when making a decision on your SSI eligibility and amount Support includes any food or shelter that is given to you or is received by you because someone else pays for it For more information visit wwwsocialsecuritygov and select ldquoSSIrdquo
QMy dad who is receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will be coming to live with me Does he have to report the move to Social Security
AYes An SSI beneficiary must report any change in liv-ing arrangements within 10 days after the month the change occurs If the change is not reported your dad
could receive an incorrect payment or he may not receive all the money that is due Also your dad needs to report his new address to Social Security so that he can receive mail from us Even if benefits are paid by direct deposit we need to be able to get in touch with him He can report the change by tele-phone mail or in person at any Social Security office Keep in mind that failing to report a change to Social Security could result in incorrect payments that may have to be paid back or a
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penalty deducted from SSI benefits Just call 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) You can get more information in the booklet Understanding SSI at wwwsocialsecuritygovssi
DISABILITY
QIrsquove heard there is a way for my daughter to get her disability application on the ldquofast-trackrdquo How does this work
AIf your daughter has one of the more than 100 impair-ments on the Compassionate Allowances list at wwwsocialsecuritygovcompassionateallowances her appli-
cation might be ldquofast-trackedrdquo for a decision Compassionate Allowances make it possible for applicants to receive a decision on their disability applications within days instead of months or years as long as their medical conditions are so severe that they obviously meet Social Securityrsquos definition of disability Learn more at wwwsocialsecuritygovcompassionateallowances
QDo I automatically get Medicare benefits if Irsquom eligi-ble for disability benefits
AAfter you have received disability benefits for 24 months we will automatically enroll you in Medicare We start counting the 24 months from the month you were enti-
tled to receive disability not the month when you received your first benefit payment Sometimes you can get State Medicaid in
the meantime There are exceptions to this rule People with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrigrsquos disease) and chronic renal disease may be able to get Medicare earlier For more infor-mation visit wwwsocialsecuritygov or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
QI am expecting a child and will be out of work for six months Can I qualify for short-term disability
ANo Social Security pays only for total disability mdash condi-tions that render you unable to work and are expected to last for at least a year or end in death No benefits are
payable for partial disability or short-term disability including benefits while on maternity leave
MEDICARE
QIf I retire and start getting Social Security retirement benefits at age 62 will my Medicare coverage begin then too
ANo Medicare benefits based on retirement do not begin until a person is age 65 If you retire at age 62 you may be able to continue to have medical insurance coverage
through your employer or purchase it from an insurance com-pany until you reach age 65 and become eligible for Medicare For more information about who can get Medicare visit wwwmedicaregov
12
By day he is a service technician but by night and on weekends you will find Jim Boedicker somewhere enter-taining a crowd with his music ldquoIrsquom so thankful I did 106
dates last yearrdquo said the talented guitar player and vocalist Despite his youthful appearance 59-year-old Boedicker has
been entertaining folks for 45 years He is well known for his humorous songs trick guitar work and standards performing arrangements from varied styles like rock country bluegrass or Gospel The rural Ada resident has also been on staff with the Perry Corporation since 1982 repairing copiers and printers full-time
Growing up in the Harrod area Jim first sang a solo at Christ-mastime in elementary school Then while in high school he became part of a Gospel group Although he originally played trombone in the school band when he was about 13 he got his first acoustic guitar and took lessons Later he was introduced to the electric guitar
As a teenager Boedicker also began teaching guitar at the for-mer Dearth Guitar Studios in Lima During his school years the entertainer remembers ldquoI really wasnrsquot much of an athlete I would retreat to my room and play guitarrdquo he said
Following his 1971 graduation from Allen East schools he attended Lima Technical College for about a year and a half
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Inspired
By Christina Ryan Claypool
Jim BoedickerEntertainer extraordinaire
in his own right
As a seasoned entertainer Boedicker has shared the stage with lots of fellow musicians He sometimes performs with Limarsquos Ed Zickafoose who is also a well-known entertainer in west central Ohio
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majoring in electronics and also joined a band that played at proms and homecom-ing dances Later Jim became a member of the contemporary Christian group Fresh Surrender with fellow musician Kelly Connor Spallinger and her cousins For more than six years this group per-formed for countless venues
Eventually Jim Boedicker became a familiar face to WTLW TV 44 viewers through his music with Fresh Surrender and by appearing on telethons there Decades ago he also spent time volun-teering at WTGN radio on air from mid-night until 6 am
ldquoWTLW and WTGN gave me a lot of vis-ibilityrdquo said Boedicker As a songwriter he won second place in ldquoThe Christian Artists Music Festivalrdquo in Estes Colo in 1981
In 1980 Jim married his wife the for-mer Sally Czeto who is a graduate of Bath schools The couple met at the Allen County Fair when Jim was manning a booth for Dearth Guitar Studios where he worked part-time for about five years Although he is known locally he has also played the same venues as artists Alison Krauss and Ricky Skaggs
ldquoI never made a living playing musicrdquo said Jim but the seasoned entertainer has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80
Jim Boedicker (left) with Mike Wright a well known area banjoguitar player teamed up in the late eighters Boedicker plays everything from bluegrass to gos-pel musicLima News Archives
ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real
rewarding to merdquo mdash Jim Boedicker
See INSPIRED bull 14
Your weekends will never be the same
Check out 360 your TVentertainment guide
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14 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80 dates a year you can find Boedicker performing at private events banquets fairs festi-vals etc Currently he is one of the music leaders at the Bath cam-pus of the Shawnee Community United Methodist Church too
Besides blessing others Jimrsquos music has provided extra income to assist with his sonrsquos medical expenses In explanation the Boedickerrsquos only child 27-year-old Andrew was born with spina bifida along with significant autism
ldquoWe had real financial needs because of my sonrsquos medical needsrdquo said Jim After his sonrsquos birth Boedicker took ldquomore of a business approachrdquo to playing music to supplement the family income The couple continues to care for Andrew at home and are also involved with Bittersweet Farms and the Autism Support Group
Due to his steadfast support at the time of Andrewrsquos birth his former Pastor Dave Thompson has had a great influence on Jimrsquos life He ldquohas been a big encouragement and friendrdquo said Boed-icker Musically he was ldquoreally influenced by Chet Atkins he does everything on the guitarrdquo he said
On Friday nights you will usually find Jim Boedicker entertaining the crowd at Italian restaurant Viva Maria which is located at Lost Creek Golf Course Boedicker is always prepared to take requests from those listening
ldquoI just do family stuff and I think there is a real need for fam-ily entertainmentrdquo Whatever his venue ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real rewarding to merdquo
For the man who has been delighting crowds with his music since he was just a teen Boedicker has learned a lot of lessons along the way The biggest is ldquoStaying in balance You could wear yourself out The older you get the harder it is to keep up with the schedulerdquo he said
As for folks requesting bookings Jim Boedicker hopes that his phone wonrsquot stop ringing anytime soon But with an entertainer as talented as he is you can bet thatrsquos not going to happen
Christina Ryan Claypool is a freelance journalist and inspirational speaker Contact her through her Website at wwwchristinaryanclaypoolcom
bull To contact Jim Boedicker go to his Website at wwwjimboedickercom email him
at jboewatchtvnet or phone him at 419-649-8495
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Your Money
What are your new yearrsquos resolutions this year Are your resolutions like most of us focused on spending less and saving more Unfortunately that can only take you so far
There is so much attention given to small financial worries that many seniors neglect larger issues that can have a significant impact on their lives and their families Now is the time for you and your loved ones to think about the big picture to take steps to protect your assets and to start 2012 off on the right foot1 Take advantage of state and federal programs to help pay for medical care prescription drugs at-home care or nursing home care
Seniors have access to a multitude of state and federal programs but many do not take advantage of them because they donrsquot know they exist or they donrsquot know how to enroll In the realm of health care alone ensuring coverage for prescription drugs and utilizing programs that pay for at-home care can significantly impact your monthly finances
Most Ohioans can utilize Medicare Part D to help pay for prescrip-tion drugs and your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) can point you toward you the best overall coverage There are a lot of options so itrsquos important to take the time to find the best one for you and your family It also may make sense to work with a professional with a thorough understanding of the possibilities and drawbacks of each program
Nursing home care can be even more burdensome mdash as Medicare pays for only the first 20 days before requiring co-payment To qual-ify for any coverage there also must be a prior three-day hospital stay With average Ohio nursing home costs at more than $6000 per month and all healthcare costs spiraling upward itrsquos critical to have a plan to use all of the resources at your disposal keep expenses from affecting your savings2 Make sure you have a comprehensive strategy to protect your assets from taxes and probate
While clipping coupons can make a dent in your weekly grocery bill ensuring that your savings are secure can make a much bigger long-term financial impact for you and your family Tax planning and estate planning are part of a comprehensive approach to protecting your finances and your future
Tax laws are changing dramatically in 2013 with many rates going up While standard tax advice would encourage deferring payments into the future the prospect of higher rates in 2013 means that in many cases you may want to pay now rather than later
Probate costs are another way your family can lose assets if you donrsquot plan ahead Itrsquos critical to understand the limitations of having
Thinking big in the new year
See YOUR MONEY bull 23
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
16
It was all in the familyRichard T Gregg the original owner of
Greggrsquos Department Store died at his home in Lima in 1942 and he was a man to be hon-ored both before and after his death Perhaps his philosophy about business had a lot to do with it for he said ldquoWe will treat each and every cus-tomer as though they were a guest in our homerdquo That thought was religiously carried on genera-tion after generation of the Gregg family
Gregg certainly knew his merchandise as well he should his family had been in the mercantile business since the Revolutionary period He had personally started his own store in Tiffin in 1885 when he was 25 years old It was known as a dry goods sewing and notions store and merchan-dise was top quality because he ordered almost everything from Marshall Field in Chicago And there was a definite friendship between Gregg and Field for when Gregg decided business was slow in Tiffin it was Field who suggested he relocate to Lima
He also knew what the word patience meant One of the things in his possession was a pair of saddlebags which his father used when he rode horseback from Ohio to the wholesale markets to buy things for his store and then had to wait for long periods for the goods to arrive
Gregg opened his store in Lima in 1900 in the Black Block a four story building on North Main Street There were shops on the first floor offices on the second and the Lima Public Library occu-pied the third He began with 5000 square feet of space and when the family eventually bought the building in 1935 he had 218000 square feet that included an annex across the street The idea of moving never crossed his mind for he had moved here when downtown was flourishing and he kept his confidence in its growth He not only ran a successful business but gave back to the com-munity of Lima with his backing everything new that happened here
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Suprisingly it wasnrsquot depressing
It actually brought some things into focus
Some see it as something to avoidhellip I saw it as a responsibilityrdquo
Why you decide isnrsquot importantJust decide
ldquoI SEE IT AS A RESPONSIBILITYrdquo
ldquoWhy you decide to preplan
your funeral isnrsquot important
Itrsquos that you do decide
Thatrsquos whatrsquos important
Time Capsule
R T GreggA man with great foresight
By Jeanne Porreca R T Gregg
Roy Gregg
Tom Gregg
Geoff Gregg
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
17
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Gregg had been married before coming to Lima to Emma Jane Beery and three children were born to them Roy Beery Robert T and Margaret Robert T died in 1931 after an auto accident and his wife died in 1945 Upon the senior Greggrsquos death in 1942 ownership passed to his son Roy Beery It was said of Roy that he was ldquoa perfect example of a round peg in a round holerdquo for thebusiness fitted him perfectly It was all he had known his entire life Like his father he had his own philosophy ldquoIf you give the people good values they will patronize you again and againrdquo Roy was the boss over 300 store employees who respected him and carried on all the fine qualities passed down to him He was fondly called ldquothe universal merchantrdquo and seldom did he miss a daily visit to the store right up to the day of his death Robert died in 1967
Robertrsquos death was the end of the line of the Gregg boys and so the management of the store fell to his grandson Thomas Allen Gregg Thomas had joined the firm in 1945 and had retired in 1979 but came back when the department store sales had begun to lag due to changes in downtown the sale of the store from the Gregg family and the new interest in shop-ping the malls Thomas was a true believer in Lima as then-mayor Harry Moyer reported to the Lima News upon Thomasrsquo death ldquoHis was the first downtown business to give $10000 for the purchase of the northeast quadrant of the Squarerdquo That property was later developed into where the Blue Cross (now The Munici-pal) building and the Town Square Apartments are today Thomas died in 1983 and his son took Geoff took over as manager until the store closed in 1985
There was only one place the Gregg family was as faithful to something else besides the store and that was Market Street Presbyterian Church where all generations belonged beginning with that first fam-ily member
Greggs Department Store in 1958
Pet of the WeekCheck out Sundayrsquos Lifestyle section for your favorite pet pictures
OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
18 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Seasonings
Under pressureThe latest kitchen lsquomust haversquo
may be the electric cooker
New electric models are bringing pressure cooking back to the home kitchen and recipes such as pumpkin risotto are easy in them
Photos courtesy of MCT
A quick look at my home kitchen and you might think I was an avowed minimalist One pot a few saucepans and a cher-ished cast-iron skillet A cupboard of bakeware and bowls
and counter space for just a few appliances All the gadgets that can fit in one small drawer A few chosen knives
Noble I wish A would-be cookware junkie Irsquom saved from binge-ing on tools and equipment only by the postage-stamp size of my cooking space To make it in my kitchen an item has to be essential Which is why I canrsquot stop thinking about getting an electric pressure cooker
In addition to cooking foods in a fraction of the normal time with just the push of a few buttons electric pressure cookers promise so much more Completely self-contained there are models that offer automatic timers and multiple functions so you can brown meats and saute vegetables before pressure cooking perhaps simmer in-between steps and keep a dish warm after itrsquos done Some models double as rice cookers steamers and even slow cookers to seal the deal
Irsquove never owned a pressure cooker With all the horror stories Irsquod heard growing up about exploding cookers and dinners ending up on the ceiling I never seriously considered buying one But more friends are getting them and I seem to be noticing them everywhere lately not just in stores but on TV too No Irsquom not talking ldquoFear Factorrdquo but popular cooking shows where chefs brandish pressure cookers to make quick work of slow-cooked dishes for competition shows such as ldquoTop Chefrdquo and ldquoIron Chefrdquo
So is it all hype And what about the electric models mdash are they too good to be true Curious the LA Times Test Kitchen tested five popular electric cookers along with a highly regarded stove-top model for comparison
The results Pleasantly surprisingAt first glance therersquos no confusing an electric pressure cooker for
a traditional stove-top model These babies are nothing like your motherrsquos pressure cooker While many stove-top models look like a sturdy saucepan with an extra handle attached to the lid the electric models are bigger and bulkier mdash picture a slow cooker on steroids mdash bedazzled with buttons and digital displays Theyrsquore big enough to demand prime counter-top real estate yoursquod be hard-pressed to fit one in a normal cabinet The stainless steel All-Clad in particular reminded me of a mini bank vault it was heavier than the other models we tested and its substantial lid transformed at the touch of a button to lock and unlock (Irsquom convinced food mdash anything mdash would be safe in it even in the event of a nuclear holocaust)
Whatrsquos good about the electric models is that they do so many things automatically plug in the cooker press a few buttons and go You donrsquot have to hover over the stove adjusting the burner to regulate pressure or watch the clock to time when a dish is done The electric models switch off automatically mdash often beeping when done mdash slowly releasing pressure and keeping the dishes warm until needed
The digital displays can be extremely helpful in giving up-to-the-minute details on how a dish is progressing Some displays are very simple others much more colorful even entertaining (the Deni had me momentarily mesmerized) But there can be too much informa-tion At first the Cuisinartrsquos display was a little confusing even after reading the manual we still had to look up a video on YouTube to figure it out
All the models we tested had ldquobrowningrdquo andor ldquosauteingrdquo func-tions a convenient feature allowing you to sear meats and brown vegetables in the same pot before cooking While most of the elec-tric models were round our Deni test model was oval mdash much like a heavy-duty stove-top casserole mdash and not as deep as the others but it had more surface area on the bottom of the insert perfect for browning larger batches of food
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brandy cinnamon nutmeg cloves ginger lemon zest and juice Lock the pressure cooker and cook at high pressure for 2 minutes
3 Allow the cooker to release pressure naturally (10 to 20 min-utes) then carefully remove the lid Remove the cinnamon sticks and coarsely chop the apples for a coarse sauce or puree them in a blender or food processor for a smoother texture Taste the apple-sauce and adjust the sweetness and flavorings if desired
4 Set the applesauce aside to cool then cover and refrigerate until chilled Taste the applesauce once more (the flavorings will mute a little as the sauce chills) and adjust if desired This makes about 5 cups applesauce The applesauce will keep up to 10 days covered and refrigerated
Each one-half cup sauce 160 calories 0 protein 38 grams carbo-hydrates 2 grams fiber 0 fat 0 cholesterol 33 grams sugar 5 mg sodium
Pressure cookers are becoming a hot item again in home kitchens and are a huge step up from the old ones that always carried stories of exploding dinners New electric mod-els incorpo-rate many fea-tures includ-ing automatic temperature control and timing
20 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Having already experienced Ireland on a Trafalgar Tours coach I didnrsquot hesitate when I decided to see what life was like
to Irelandrsquos neighbors to the east England and Wales So I invite you to join me for this the first of a five-par installment
Irsquoll give you my observations and experiences and tell you what I think you should know if you want to see this part of Europe As far as price my travel mate Jane and I received what we thought was a good rate With airfare included the tour was $1900 apiece and that included all lodging full daily breakfasts three full dinners and shuttle transfers to and from Heathrow Airport
While with travel days the trip was 10 days and included Scotland as well Irsquoll get to Scotland next year By doing so I can begin a series in June on my New Eng-land fall colors week-long adventure through much of New Eng-land a trip which also extended itself beyond American boarders into new Brunswick Canada
As we did for Ireland we pre-loaded a Visa travel card with $1000 to supplement our upfront $1900 and some pocket money we intended to exchange to pounds for daily incidentals The card we intended to use to eat our lunches and dinners not cov-ered in Trafalgarrsquos cost
Not only did the card ensure no large credit card bills came when I returned but the dollars-to-pounds conversion was done automatically The card we used mostly for meals not covered in the cost of the tour
After a flight that covered 3331 miles most of which covered
night-time hours we arrived at Heathrow at 815 am on a Sat-urday I am always challenged when it comes to sleeping on a plane so the time worked well for me The Delta flight also worked well for me because above the drop-down tray was my own personal movie screen with a wide array of current movie selections that were free The full meal for me a meatless pasta dish on a Lenten Friday was quite tasty
Heathrow the second busiest airport in the world with only Atlantarsquos Hartsfield-Jackson being busier is like a small city in itself Donrsquot be intimidated though There are all sorts of people to help you get to where you need to be for baggage claim and shuttle transfers and cabs and such
We exchanged some money at the airport always for Ameri-cans a humbling experience because the dollar is so weak com-pared to Irelandrsquos euro and Englandrsquos pound Expect to give that
Another leap across the big pondEngland and Wales in 5 days
Travel Part 1
By John Grindrod
Westminster AbbyPhotos by John Grindrod
21 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
friendly Brit about two of your dollars for every pound yoursquoll get in return
Our shuttle got us to where we would spend the first two nights in London The Hilton Olympia on Kensington High Street a few blocks down from Princess Dianarsquos last home Kensington Palace
After check-in it was off to explore on our own so we headed for The Tube Londonrsquos underground mass transit system As we walked to the Kensington Station Jane and I saw the same admonishments painted at the street crossings that we saw the year before in Dublin either ldquoLook leftrdquo or ldquoLook rightrdquo They are painted there as a warning to tourists not used to roads where folks are driving vehicles on the left side of the road
Two all-day passes for any Tube ride or double-decker bus ride ran 13 pounds 20 pence in other words a little over $26 As I stepped into the train I couldnrsquot help but notice another direc-tive painted on the cement in front of the train carrsquos threshold ldquoMind the gaprdquo to warn those boarding to step over the small gap between platform and train car
Our first stop was Westminster Abbey which dates to the 11th century and is the huge canrsquot-miss church just west of Westminster Palace one of 10 residential choices available to Queen Elizabeth II Entry was 16 pounds (about $32) for each of us While a bit pricey it was something to which I would grow accustomed since London has a reputation as one of the worldrsquos most expensive cit-ies
I must say The Abbey which many of you saw on TV during Will and Katersquos wedding last April is perhaps the most impressive place Irsquove ever seen Originally it was an abbey for Benedictine monks that is until Henry VIII assumed direct royal control in 1539 and it became a church
Over the years it has been the site of coronations and burials of English mon-archs and other important persons Over 500 royals are buried in The Abbey and in the section known as Poetsrsquo Corner there resides eternally some of Englandrsquos great-est authors mdash Chaucer Tennyson Browning Masefield James Kipling and Dickens among them
Architecturally the most impressive aspect of the church to me was the ceiling well over 100 feet above and comprised of flying buttresses While no flash photog-raphy is allowed I did manage one photo of the ceiling before my impropriety was pointed out by one of the many stewards of the historic building
After leaving we headed for nearby Big Ben with its clock tower completed in 1859 It has become one of Londonrsquos most endearing symbols One misconception Irsquoll clear up is the name Big Ben isnrsquot the name of the clock but of one of the bells the 13-ton beauty that tolls each hour
As for its name there are two theories Some believe the bell was named for Lon-donrsquos first commissioner of works Benjamin Hall a man of formidable girth Others believe the bell was named for a popular heavyweight boxer of the 19th century Ben Count
We also admired the House of Parliament and Parliament Square across the street from the Abbey Further proof of Londonrsquos expense came when I had to answer naturersquos call A turnstile prevented my entry into the public restroom in Parliament Square until I dropped a fifty pence coin (the equivalent of $1) into the slot
We also walked to nearby Westminster Bridge to see what kind of river traffic there was on The Thames that day before returning to our Kensington High Street hotel
We dined at a nice pub down the street called The Hand and Flower on English favorites such as ham and chutney and fish and chips and did a little imbibing My choice was a fine English Ale with a beautiful bronze color Marstons
Next month Irsquoll take you on a morning stroll down Kensington High to see Kens-ington Palace and then out into London on two coach tours one in the morn-ing and one in the afternoon to see Buckingham Palace St Paulrsquos Cathedral The Tower of London and the famous Tower Bridge
TOP A portion of the ornate ceiling inside Westminster AbbyBOTTOM Big Ben Londons most endearing landmark
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Jan 3Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Auglaize PERI 9 1130 am Speedway Lanes 455 N Herman St New Bremen Doug Brookhart on ldquoThe History of Water Plantsrdquo
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Parents and Friends of LesbiansGays 6 pm OSU LimaRhodes State 4240 Campus Dr Lima In the Public Service Building
Mended Hearts 7 pm St Ritarsquos Auxiliary Conference Center 718 W Market St Lima
Jan 4Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Richard Riggs on ldquoThe Lima Symphony Orchestrardquo
UAW 1211 Retirees 12 pm UAW Hall 1440 Bellefontaine
Ave Lima Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 5Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Jan 6ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Steel Magnolia 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 7Health Screenings 12 pm
Rite Aid Pharmacy 3230 W Elm St Lima
Jan 8Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 9Look Good Feel Better 4 pm
St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Look Good Feel Better 5 pm St Marys Community Public Library 140 S Chestnut St St Marys
Ottawa Country Music Jam 6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Kalida Branch Library 301 N Third St Kalida
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 10Bluffton Forum 11 am
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Tom Hafer on ldquoFitness as a Spiritual Disciplinerdquo In Founders Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Lima Area Watercolor Society 7 pm Immanuel United Methodist Church 699 Sunnydale St Elida
Jan 11Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Scott Lindstrom on
ldquoSolar Energyrdquo Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area Civil War Study Club 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Trinity Chapter Order of The Eastern Star 730 pm Lima Masonic Center 2165 N Cole St Lima
Jan 12Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 13Bluffton Colloquium 4
pm Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr George Lehman on ldquoNeuroleadership Good Science or Passing Fadrdquo In Centennial Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 14
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appointmentsbull Plenty of activities bull A warm and cozy
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Events calendar
23 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
a will as your only plan-ning strategy With only a will yoursquoll likely face the potential problems of probatemdashincluding high costs and inevi-table delays For many families planning with different types of trusts and gifting strategies can ensure that your spouse and children receive what they need without the hassles and fees of probate court These tactics are not only for the wealthy mdash it may be even more important to the average farm family for exam-ple who may be land rich but cash poor3 Stop worrying about your finances and start enjoying retirement
The most important reason to plan is so that you can stop worry-ing If you know your assets are secure mdash that your spouse will have enough to live on when yoursquore gone that yoursquoll be able to pass something along to your kids mdash then you can focus your energy on the most important part of retirement mak-ing these years great Start thinking bigger and planning now to make 2012 the time you started truly enjoy-ing your golden years Thatrsquos a resolution wersquod all like to achieve mdash and you canMitch Adel is managing partner at Cooper Adel and Associates With offices in Centerburg Monroe Sidney and Wilmington Cooper Adel amp Associates has clients statewide and offers regular seminars to educate seniors on critical financial issues
YOUR MONEY bull from 15 ndashndashndashndashndashndash
Plus II GatheringSupport Group 11 am Bradfield Community Center 550 S Collett St Lima For parents of twins On-site day care
Live Music Carl Rust in Concert 11 am The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Jan 15Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 16National Alliance on Mental
Illness 6 pm Challenged Higher Clubrsquos Drop-In Center 407 N Franklin St Van Wert
Auglaize Township Trustees 730 pm Auglaize Township Administration Building 7726 Bellefontaine Rd Harrod
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 17Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Caregiverrsquos Support Group 3 pm St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Jan 18Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Dr Matt Harbur on ldquoAgronomyrdquo
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Community Fellowship Meal 5 pm St John United Methodist Church 205 N High St Columbus Grove
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area UFO Associates 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Jan 19Allen County PERI 12 pm
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Peaceful Parenting 5 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Amputees in Motion 7 pm Bethel Baptist Church 630 Powers Ave Lima
Stomp 730 pm Veterans Memorial Civic Center 7 Town Sq Lima (419) 224-1552
Jan 20ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 21Lima Symphony Orchestra
presents Mozart by Candlelight 730 pm Trinity United Methodist Church 301 W Market St Lima
Jan 22Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 23Ottawa Country Music Jam
6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 24Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 James Nagle with ldquoStories from the Roadrdquo In Yoder Recital Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Family Movie Night 6 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Jenna Bush Hager 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 25Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 26Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 27Bluffton Colloquium 4 pm
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr Michael Edmiston on ldquoGadgets and the Curves They Throw Yourdquo In Stutzman Lecture Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 29Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 30Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 31Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
24 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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Last year I took you back to those Running Lima Senior Spartans of 1991-92 a team from another era of high school hoops when the scoreboard generally reflected
more of a high-octane offensive display than the way the game is often played today It wasnrsquot unusual to see teams scoring 80 and even 90-plus points on certain nights
And back in the early lsquo90rsquos few teams could match those Runninrsquo Spar-tans who got it off the boards after an
opponentrsquos miss got it into the hands of Demond Lyles or Greg Simpson and more often than not scored
Although the team had many scoring options including Lyles who still holds the record for the most three-point goals in a state tournament game with nine unquestionably it was Greg Simpson who was the teamrsquos No 1 option This month Irsquoll take a closer look at Simpsonrsquos meteoric rise to high-school prominence and the opportunities that once upon a time lay before him
Greg Simpson whose father Phil was a standout athlete at Lima Senior in the late 1960s was drawn to the game
During his West Middle School days it was almost unfair that he was playing against boys who were just beginning to cultivate their basketball skills
Jim Penn the Spartan basketball head coach from 1985 through 1987 recalls ldquoMy lsquo87-rsquo88 squad had several returning lettermen so I was optimistic but I had a problem a lot of coaches can relate to I thought we might be exposed at point guard espe-cially in the ultra-competitive Greater Miami Conference
ldquoNow during that last season I coached Greg was an eighth grader and my coaching staff and I would try to get to as many of Westrsquos games as we could I remember one game in particular West at South at the old South Gym one of Limarsquos great basket-ball landmarks with the seating up on top and that overhang
ldquoGreg scored 30 in a very hostile atmosphere while being dou-ble teamed the entire games I remember telling my coaches as we were leaving that if we had that little eighth-grader right then playing at the varsity level wersquod be winning a whole lot more games He was that goodrdquo
After Penn stepped down as the Spartan coach his successor a mere footnote in Spartan basketball history Brad Ovial who
lasted a single season as Senior Highrsquos coach made a push to have the Lima Senior rule changed that wouldnrsquot allow freshmen to compete at the varsity level
The rule was changed in time for Simpson to play a dozen games his freshman year and during those games he averaged an impressive 138 points Try telling Ottawa Glandorf Simpson was just a freshman on the evening of Feb 11 when he dropped 31 on the Titans
The next year as a sophomore Simpson almost doubled that average playing for Ovialrsquos successor Paul Whitney averaging
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Sports spot
Greg SimpsonTwo-time Mr Ohio Basketball offensive juggernaut
By John Grindrod
Greg Simpson when he played for Lima Senior High School in 1992
5 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
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We BUYSELL and
TRADEgoods of all
types
OUTDOOR FLEA MARKET amp EMPORIUM
528 NWashington StDelphos
Right on the corner of 5th St and N Washington St next to Bellmanrsquos Party Shop
and across the street from the Pizza Hut
419-692-0044
WErsquoRE NOT AN ANTIQUE STORE WE BUY - SELL amp TRADE WErsquoRE AN ANYTHING YOU NEED STORE
STOP BY amp SEE WHAT WE HAVE STOCK CHANGES DAILY
NEW
NEWMERCHANDISE
DAILY
MORE VALUEFOR YOUR
BUYING $$
STOP BYAND
SEE US
STOCK CHANGES DAY TO DAYIF YOU WANT IT AND WE DONrsquoT HAVE
IT WErsquoLL TRY TO FIND IT FOR YOU
JUST LIKEAN
OLD FASHIONEDTRADING
POST
We BUYSELL and
TRADEgoods of all
types
DELPHOSTRADINGPOST
At the Delphos Trading Post one manrsquos unwanted items are another manrsquos treasure So what wersquove done is give you a place where you can bring your unwanted treasures and trade them for something you might like or cash We buy sell and trade just about anything that is in good shape and has a market value We also buy and sell fire arms gold and silver antiques and collectibles so come see us at the Delphos Trading Post and let us help your dollars go further
Did You Know The items collectors collect may be antique or simply collectible Antiques are collectible items at least 100 years old collectibles are not as old as antiques and may even be new Collectors and dealers may use the word vintage to describe older collectibles Most collectibles are man-made commercial items but some private collectors collect natural objects such as birdsrsquo eggs butterflies rocks and seashells Some collectors collect only in childhood while others continue to do so throughout their lives and usually modify their aims later in life
In general items of significance beauty value or interest that are too young to be considered antiques fall into the category of collectibles Some collectibles are limited editions and some are new but many of them have been around for decades So if you are looking for a profitable hobby start collecting Good Luck and Good Fortune
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261 points per game His season included 34 threes and a season high of 41 against Milford on Jan 19 1990
Simpsonrsquos junior year saw another dramatic jump in his offen-sive output Despite the fact that the Spartans failed to make it out of the Sectionals in the tournament Simpson increased his scor-ing to 316 a game while hitting 51 threes His high game was a 53-point effort against Fairfield on Dec 28 1990 just one bucket shy of the single-game scoring record of 55 set by Joe Fisher against Van Wert in 1970
His junior performance earned Simpson Ohiorsquos Mr Basketball award With 1406 points and a whole senior year to go Greg set his sights on Andre Reedrsquos Lima Senior school record of 1563 points
In his senior year finally Simpsonrsquos innate ability to put the ball in the basket and his teamrsquos success converged The Spartans made it all the way to the state championship game in Colum-bus before bowing to GMC rival Lakota Along the way Simpson scored 940 points easily eclipsing Reedrsquos record while averaging 348 points per
Even more remarkable was the fact that over the entire second half of the regular season from games 11 through 20 Simpson averaged 433 points per including the game in which he bettered Fisher 55-point mark by scoring 57 on Feb 1 1992 against Toledo Start
Simpsonrsquos senior year also included games of 53 and 47 against Findlay a pair of 47-point games against Lakota 46 against Shaw-nee and 45 against Mansfield Senior
His performance earned him a second straight Ohio Mr Basket-ball a feat accomplished consecutively only three other times by
Toledo MacComberrsquos Jimmy Jackson in 1988-89 Akron St Vincent-St Maryrsquos LeBron James in 2001-2-3 and Cincinnati North College Hillrsquos OJ Mayo in 2005-6
Simpson also was selected to play in the prestigious McDonaldrsquos All-American game before attending Ohio State where as a fresh-man he earned accolades as Big 10 Freshman of the Year
While many may choose to remember Simpsonrsquos troubled post-high school basketball life mdash one which included two dismiss-als for disciplinary reasons first from Ohio State and then from West Virginia and a failed attempt to catch on with an NBA team mdash there is no denying he was Limarsquos most prolific offensive high school player ever
Retired LCC basketball coach Bob Seggerson who has either played or coached Lima high school basketball for nearly 50 years had this to say about Simpson ldquoFrom a purely athletic perspective he was the most gifted athlete Irsquove ever watched compete in Lima Really I thought he was a world-class athlete whorsquod have excelled in any sport hersquod have chosen He wasnrsquot just fast He had a burst that made him elite Hand-eye coordination timing an ability to get off the floor quickly and explosively he had every tool you could possibly want a basket ballplayer to have
ldquoAnd something that a lot of people who felt he just got by on natural ability would be surprised by is the fact that he was an absolutely fierce competitor and worked his tail off to improve his gamerdquo
While some may argue that another Lima basketball legend and Ohio Mr Basketball Aaron Hutchins had a better overall game there is no denying when it came to putting the ball in the basket no one did it better and more often than Greg Simpson
6
She has a passion for learning and teaching ldquoI take as many classes as I canrdquo says the Master Gardener from Ottawa who happened to turn her hobby into an adventure Deb Croy is
the owner of a small garden center named The Watering Can spe-cializing in pond products water garden plants heirloom tomato plants root crops and a variety of bulk seeds
Born and raised in the Toledo area in 1973 Deb moved to Ottawa her husband Jimrsquos hometown The couple has one son and three grandchildren
Behind their home in the midst of a variety of blooming beds and a garden pond the Croys built a cute little gardenerrsquos shed out of recycled material ldquoWersquove got about $50 in itrdquo laughs Deb ldquoEvery-thing is recycled but the roof
ldquoThe summer of 2011 was wonky weather for toma-toesrdquo said Deb who is diligent about saving seeds from several varieties of heirloom tomatoes ldquoMy germination percent is about 95rdquo explained Deb who performs her own
tests by planting and labeling seeds in potsEvery year from May to September Deb holds classes for second
to fifth graders The students learn about gardening and make hats In addition she is known around the neighborhood for her lending library and doling out home dried fruit to children ldquoI love to teachrdquo says Deb who cares about people
During the Ottawa flood of 2007 Debrsquos home became a shelter where meals were prepared
ldquoMy only requirement was that families ate togetherrdquo Deb explained ldquoWe ate in shiftsrdquo The Croyrsquos fed their neighbors from their own food supply of home canned goods dried fruits a side of beef and soups made from scratch
In the warm months Debrsquos backyard garden is a gathering place where people are welcome and comfortable
ldquoIrsquove looked out to find folks eating their lunch at my garden
Rehab is workBut it can also be fun
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Passion for learning
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Portrait
By Jill Campbell
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
See WATERING CAN bull 9
The sign outside Deb Croys business The Watering Can in Ottawa
Photos by Jill Cambell
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ABOVE Deb demonstrates how to save seeds by pressing seeds between paper towels
LEFT Deb Croy stands outside her business The Watering Can
Hats that were part of a childrens garden class project that Deb Croy hosted
OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
8
Across1 Apprehension about what is
going to happen 9 Coin15 Drive off16 Heathens 17 Intact 18 Swallow19 ___ it on thick20 ldquoMalcolm Xrdquo director21 Atlanta-based station (acro-
nym)22 Blackguard23 Be a snitch25 Pre-Christian priests among
the Celts 27 Bank offering for short
(acronym)28 Like a brigadier general (2
wds)
30 Brio31 Henry Clay for one34 Meeting at a certain time
and place esp lov-ers
36 Very to Verdi37 Grassland38 Christmas wish39 Not now (2 wds)41 Went bad42 Egyptian fertility goddess43 Try to forget 45 Engage in passive activi-
ties often with ldquooutrdquo 46 Put things in order (2 wds) 47 Declines51 Egg cells52 Driverrsquos lic and others53 ldquoAcidrdquo (acronym)55 ldquoFantasy Islandrdquo prop
Just for fun
Crossword Answer
56 Second shot58 By no means (3 wd) 60 One who runs away to get
married 61 Club restriction (2 wds) 62 Beat63 Mountain range between
France and Spain
Down
1 ___ Ste Marie2 Arm bones3 Woman prophet 4 The ldquoprdquo in mpg5 Carbon compound6 More rude 7 Directs8 Dusk to Donne9 Dry by centrifugal forces10 Imitates a hot dog11 ___ roll12 Small tropical wormlike
amphibian 13 Financial protection for
property 14 Alienated 21 Beauty pageant wear24 Numbers games26 Altogether29 ldquoHighrdquo time30 Forever poetically
31 Plant and animal eaters32 New Deal president33 Crocodile relative 35 Cowboy boot attachment37 Advances40 Those who show the way 41 Bartender 44 Laudatory speech for one
who has died 46 Kiddies 48 Hold responsible49 Contradict50 Sedimentary materials 54 ldquoOverrdquo follower in the first
line of ldquoThe Caissons Go Rolling Alongrdquo
57 ldquoTarzanrdquo extra58 40 winks59 Bolivian export
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January2012
9 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
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tablerdquo she laughs ldquoMy backyard has also been the set-ting for prom pictures Girl Scout and club meetingsrdquo
The first week of March Deb sets seeds inside using a special garden mix
ldquoWe sell the best stems bar none in tomato varieties (4 inch pots) Customers begin ordering in December for their next yearrsquos garden Later in the spring she sells tomato plants root crops (potatoes and sweet potatoes) asparagus bulk seeds green peppers broc-coli and more recently berry bushes strawberries and grapes
Each year Deb plants 2500 tomatoes in 36 varieties and six different colors
ldquoAll heirloomrdquo says Deb ldquoI grow the ugliest and best tasting tomatoesrdquo
Deb recommends storing tomatoes in a cool dry place ldquoDonrsquot store onions and potatoes togetherrdquo she adds
ldquoThe only things my husband and I have in com-mon are Folgerrsquos coffee our son and Cottonelle toilet paperrdquo laughs Deb who also enjoys going herbrsquon and junkrsquon with her husband Jim
ldquoI am a list personrdquo says Deb who gets up at 530 am during gardening season ldquoI am not what yoursquod call a Suzie Homemaker but Irsquom am known to grab a hammer and nails and work on a drywall project in the houserdquo
ldquoMy goal in life is to be chubbyrdquo quips Deb who believes ldquowe go through life to learn life lessonsrdquo Have a gardening question Contact her at debcroyyahoocom
Bittersweet hangs over the interior window a rare find
10
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Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
AAt Our Age QampA
GENERAL
QI prefer reading by audio book Does Social Security have audio publications
AYes we do You can find them at wwwsocialsecuritygovpubs Some of the publications available include What You Can Do Online How Social Security Can Help You
When A Family Member Dies Apply Online For Social Security Benefits and Your Social Security Card And Number You can listen now at wwwsocialsecuritygovpubs
QI am receiving Social Security retirement benefits and I recently went back to work Do I have to pay Social Security (FICA) taxes on my income
AYes By law your employer must withhold FICA taxes from your paycheck Although you are retired you do receive credit for those new earnings Each year Social
Security automatically credits the new earnings and if your new earnings are higher than in any earlier year used to calcu-late your current benefit your monthly benefit could increase For more information visit wwwsocialsecuritygov or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
RETIREMENT
QHow are my retirement benefits calculated
AYour Social Security benefits are based on earn-ings averaged over your lifetime Your actual earn-ings are first adjusted or ldquoindexedrdquo to account
for changes in average wages since the year the earnings were received Then we calculate your average monthly indexed earn-ings during the 35 years in which you earned the most We apply a formula to these earnings and arrive at your basic ben-
efit This is the amount you would receive at your full retire-ment age You may be able to estimate your benefit by using our Retirement Estimator which offers estimates based on your Social Security earnings You can find the Retirement Estimator at wwwsocialsecuritygovestimator
QI know that Social Securityrsquos full retirement age is gradually rising to 67 But does this mean the ldquoearlyrdquo retirement age will also be going up by two years
from age 62 to 64
ANo While it is true that under current law the full retire-ment age is gradually rising from 65 to 67 the ldquoearlyrdquo retirement age remains at 62 Keep in mind however
that taking early retirement reduces your benefit amount For more information about Social Security benefits visit the web-site at wwwsocialsecuritygovrampm1htm
SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME
QNext month Irsquoll turn 65 and because of my financial situation I thought Irsquod be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) But my neighbor told me Irsquod
probably be turned down because I have a friend who said he might help support me Is this true
AIf your friend helps support you it could have an effect on whether you get SSI and on the amount you receive Whether you can get SSI depends on your income and
resources (the things you own) If you have low income and few resources you may be able to get SSI However if you are receiving support from your friend or from anyone else that income will be considered when making a decision on your SSI eligibility and amount Support includes any food or shelter that is given to you or is received by you because someone else pays for it For more information visit wwwsocialsecuritygov and select ldquoSSIrdquo
QMy dad who is receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will be coming to live with me Does he have to report the move to Social Security
AYes An SSI beneficiary must report any change in liv-ing arrangements within 10 days after the month the change occurs If the change is not reported your dad
could receive an incorrect payment or he may not receive all the money that is due Also your dad needs to report his new address to Social Security so that he can receive mail from us Even if benefits are paid by direct deposit we need to be able to get in touch with him He can report the change by tele-phone mail or in person at any Social Security office Keep in mind that failing to report a change to Social Security could result in incorrect payments that may have to be paid back or a
11 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
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penalty deducted from SSI benefits Just call 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) You can get more information in the booklet Understanding SSI at wwwsocialsecuritygovssi
DISABILITY
QIrsquove heard there is a way for my daughter to get her disability application on the ldquofast-trackrdquo How does this work
AIf your daughter has one of the more than 100 impair-ments on the Compassionate Allowances list at wwwsocialsecuritygovcompassionateallowances her appli-
cation might be ldquofast-trackedrdquo for a decision Compassionate Allowances make it possible for applicants to receive a decision on their disability applications within days instead of months or years as long as their medical conditions are so severe that they obviously meet Social Securityrsquos definition of disability Learn more at wwwsocialsecuritygovcompassionateallowances
QDo I automatically get Medicare benefits if Irsquom eligi-ble for disability benefits
AAfter you have received disability benefits for 24 months we will automatically enroll you in Medicare We start counting the 24 months from the month you were enti-
tled to receive disability not the month when you received your first benefit payment Sometimes you can get State Medicaid in
the meantime There are exceptions to this rule People with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrigrsquos disease) and chronic renal disease may be able to get Medicare earlier For more infor-mation visit wwwsocialsecuritygov or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
QI am expecting a child and will be out of work for six months Can I qualify for short-term disability
ANo Social Security pays only for total disability mdash condi-tions that render you unable to work and are expected to last for at least a year or end in death No benefits are
payable for partial disability or short-term disability including benefits while on maternity leave
MEDICARE
QIf I retire and start getting Social Security retirement benefits at age 62 will my Medicare coverage begin then too
ANo Medicare benefits based on retirement do not begin until a person is age 65 If you retire at age 62 you may be able to continue to have medical insurance coverage
through your employer or purchase it from an insurance com-pany until you reach age 65 and become eligible for Medicare For more information about who can get Medicare visit wwwmedicaregov
12
By day he is a service technician but by night and on weekends you will find Jim Boedicker somewhere enter-taining a crowd with his music ldquoIrsquom so thankful I did 106
dates last yearrdquo said the talented guitar player and vocalist Despite his youthful appearance 59-year-old Boedicker has
been entertaining folks for 45 years He is well known for his humorous songs trick guitar work and standards performing arrangements from varied styles like rock country bluegrass or Gospel The rural Ada resident has also been on staff with the Perry Corporation since 1982 repairing copiers and printers full-time
Growing up in the Harrod area Jim first sang a solo at Christ-mastime in elementary school Then while in high school he became part of a Gospel group Although he originally played trombone in the school band when he was about 13 he got his first acoustic guitar and took lessons Later he was introduced to the electric guitar
As a teenager Boedicker also began teaching guitar at the for-mer Dearth Guitar Studios in Lima During his school years the entertainer remembers ldquoI really wasnrsquot much of an athlete I would retreat to my room and play guitarrdquo he said
Following his 1971 graduation from Allen East schools he attended Lima Technical College for about a year and a half
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Inspired
By Christina Ryan Claypool
Jim BoedickerEntertainer extraordinaire
in his own right
As a seasoned entertainer Boedicker has shared the stage with lots of fellow musicians He sometimes performs with Limarsquos Ed Zickafoose who is also a well-known entertainer in west central Ohio
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majoring in electronics and also joined a band that played at proms and homecom-ing dances Later Jim became a member of the contemporary Christian group Fresh Surrender with fellow musician Kelly Connor Spallinger and her cousins For more than six years this group per-formed for countless venues
Eventually Jim Boedicker became a familiar face to WTLW TV 44 viewers through his music with Fresh Surrender and by appearing on telethons there Decades ago he also spent time volun-teering at WTGN radio on air from mid-night until 6 am
ldquoWTLW and WTGN gave me a lot of vis-ibilityrdquo said Boedicker As a songwriter he won second place in ldquoThe Christian Artists Music Festivalrdquo in Estes Colo in 1981
In 1980 Jim married his wife the for-mer Sally Czeto who is a graduate of Bath schools The couple met at the Allen County Fair when Jim was manning a booth for Dearth Guitar Studios where he worked part-time for about five years Although he is known locally he has also played the same venues as artists Alison Krauss and Ricky Skaggs
ldquoI never made a living playing musicrdquo said Jim but the seasoned entertainer has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80
Jim Boedicker (left) with Mike Wright a well known area banjoguitar player teamed up in the late eighters Boedicker plays everything from bluegrass to gos-pel musicLima News Archives
ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real
rewarding to merdquo mdash Jim Boedicker
See INSPIRED bull 14
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14 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80 dates a year you can find Boedicker performing at private events banquets fairs festi-vals etc Currently he is one of the music leaders at the Bath cam-pus of the Shawnee Community United Methodist Church too
Besides blessing others Jimrsquos music has provided extra income to assist with his sonrsquos medical expenses In explanation the Boedickerrsquos only child 27-year-old Andrew was born with spina bifida along with significant autism
ldquoWe had real financial needs because of my sonrsquos medical needsrdquo said Jim After his sonrsquos birth Boedicker took ldquomore of a business approachrdquo to playing music to supplement the family income The couple continues to care for Andrew at home and are also involved with Bittersweet Farms and the Autism Support Group
Due to his steadfast support at the time of Andrewrsquos birth his former Pastor Dave Thompson has had a great influence on Jimrsquos life He ldquohas been a big encouragement and friendrdquo said Boed-icker Musically he was ldquoreally influenced by Chet Atkins he does everything on the guitarrdquo he said
On Friday nights you will usually find Jim Boedicker entertaining the crowd at Italian restaurant Viva Maria which is located at Lost Creek Golf Course Boedicker is always prepared to take requests from those listening
ldquoI just do family stuff and I think there is a real need for fam-ily entertainmentrdquo Whatever his venue ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real rewarding to merdquo
For the man who has been delighting crowds with his music since he was just a teen Boedicker has learned a lot of lessons along the way The biggest is ldquoStaying in balance You could wear yourself out The older you get the harder it is to keep up with the schedulerdquo he said
As for folks requesting bookings Jim Boedicker hopes that his phone wonrsquot stop ringing anytime soon But with an entertainer as talented as he is you can bet thatrsquos not going to happen
Christina Ryan Claypool is a freelance journalist and inspirational speaker Contact her through her Website at wwwchristinaryanclaypoolcom
bull To contact Jim Boedicker go to his Website at wwwjimboedickercom email him
at jboewatchtvnet or phone him at 419-649-8495
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Your Money
What are your new yearrsquos resolutions this year Are your resolutions like most of us focused on spending less and saving more Unfortunately that can only take you so far
There is so much attention given to small financial worries that many seniors neglect larger issues that can have a significant impact on their lives and their families Now is the time for you and your loved ones to think about the big picture to take steps to protect your assets and to start 2012 off on the right foot1 Take advantage of state and federal programs to help pay for medical care prescription drugs at-home care or nursing home care
Seniors have access to a multitude of state and federal programs but many do not take advantage of them because they donrsquot know they exist or they donrsquot know how to enroll In the realm of health care alone ensuring coverage for prescription drugs and utilizing programs that pay for at-home care can significantly impact your monthly finances
Most Ohioans can utilize Medicare Part D to help pay for prescrip-tion drugs and your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) can point you toward you the best overall coverage There are a lot of options so itrsquos important to take the time to find the best one for you and your family It also may make sense to work with a professional with a thorough understanding of the possibilities and drawbacks of each program
Nursing home care can be even more burdensome mdash as Medicare pays for only the first 20 days before requiring co-payment To qual-ify for any coverage there also must be a prior three-day hospital stay With average Ohio nursing home costs at more than $6000 per month and all healthcare costs spiraling upward itrsquos critical to have a plan to use all of the resources at your disposal keep expenses from affecting your savings2 Make sure you have a comprehensive strategy to protect your assets from taxes and probate
While clipping coupons can make a dent in your weekly grocery bill ensuring that your savings are secure can make a much bigger long-term financial impact for you and your family Tax planning and estate planning are part of a comprehensive approach to protecting your finances and your future
Tax laws are changing dramatically in 2013 with many rates going up While standard tax advice would encourage deferring payments into the future the prospect of higher rates in 2013 means that in many cases you may want to pay now rather than later
Probate costs are another way your family can lose assets if you donrsquot plan ahead Itrsquos critical to understand the limitations of having
Thinking big in the new year
See YOUR MONEY bull 23
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
16
It was all in the familyRichard T Gregg the original owner of
Greggrsquos Department Store died at his home in Lima in 1942 and he was a man to be hon-ored both before and after his death Perhaps his philosophy about business had a lot to do with it for he said ldquoWe will treat each and every cus-tomer as though they were a guest in our homerdquo That thought was religiously carried on genera-tion after generation of the Gregg family
Gregg certainly knew his merchandise as well he should his family had been in the mercantile business since the Revolutionary period He had personally started his own store in Tiffin in 1885 when he was 25 years old It was known as a dry goods sewing and notions store and merchan-dise was top quality because he ordered almost everything from Marshall Field in Chicago And there was a definite friendship between Gregg and Field for when Gregg decided business was slow in Tiffin it was Field who suggested he relocate to Lima
He also knew what the word patience meant One of the things in his possession was a pair of saddlebags which his father used when he rode horseback from Ohio to the wholesale markets to buy things for his store and then had to wait for long periods for the goods to arrive
Gregg opened his store in Lima in 1900 in the Black Block a four story building on North Main Street There were shops on the first floor offices on the second and the Lima Public Library occu-pied the third He began with 5000 square feet of space and when the family eventually bought the building in 1935 he had 218000 square feet that included an annex across the street The idea of moving never crossed his mind for he had moved here when downtown was flourishing and he kept his confidence in its growth He not only ran a successful business but gave back to the com-munity of Lima with his backing everything new that happened here
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Suprisingly it wasnrsquot depressing
It actually brought some things into focus
Some see it as something to avoidhellip I saw it as a responsibilityrdquo
Why you decide isnrsquot importantJust decide
ldquoI SEE IT AS A RESPONSIBILITYrdquo
ldquoWhy you decide to preplan
your funeral isnrsquot important
Itrsquos that you do decide
Thatrsquos whatrsquos important
Time Capsule
R T GreggA man with great foresight
By Jeanne Porreca R T Gregg
Roy Gregg
Tom Gregg
Geoff Gregg
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
17
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Gregg had been married before coming to Lima to Emma Jane Beery and three children were born to them Roy Beery Robert T and Margaret Robert T died in 1931 after an auto accident and his wife died in 1945 Upon the senior Greggrsquos death in 1942 ownership passed to his son Roy Beery It was said of Roy that he was ldquoa perfect example of a round peg in a round holerdquo for thebusiness fitted him perfectly It was all he had known his entire life Like his father he had his own philosophy ldquoIf you give the people good values they will patronize you again and againrdquo Roy was the boss over 300 store employees who respected him and carried on all the fine qualities passed down to him He was fondly called ldquothe universal merchantrdquo and seldom did he miss a daily visit to the store right up to the day of his death Robert died in 1967
Robertrsquos death was the end of the line of the Gregg boys and so the management of the store fell to his grandson Thomas Allen Gregg Thomas had joined the firm in 1945 and had retired in 1979 but came back when the department store sales had begun to lag due to changes in downtown the sale of the store from the Gregg family and the new interest in shop-ping the malls Thomas was a true believer in Lima as then-mayor Harry Moyer reported to the Lima News upon Thomasrsquo death ldquoHis was the first downtown business to give $10000 for the purchase of the northeast quadrant of the Squarerdquo That property was later developed into where the Blue Cross (now The Munici-pal) building and the Town Square Apartments are today Thomas died in 1983 and his son took Geoff took over as manager until the store closed in 1985
There was only one place the Gregg family was as faithful to something else besides the store and that was Market Street Presbyterian Church where all generations belonged beginning with that first fam-ily member
Greggs Department Store in 1958
Pet of the WeekCheck out Sundayrsquos Lifestyle section for your favorite pet pictures
OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
18 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Seasonings
Under pressureThe latest kitchen lsquomust haversquo
may be the electric cooker
New electric models are bringing pressure cooking back to the home kitchen and recipes such as pumpkin risotto are easy in them
Photos courtesy of MCT
A quick look at my home kitchen and you might think I was an avowed minimalist One pot a few saucepans and a cher-ished cast-iron skillet A cupboard of bakeware and bowls
and counter space for just a few appliances All the gadgets that can fit in one small drawer A few chosen knives
Noble I wish A would-be cookware junkie Irsquom saved from binge-ing on tools and equipment only by the postage-stamp size of my cooking space To make it in my kitchen an item has to be essential Which is why I canrsquot stop thinking about getting an electric pressure cooker
In addition to cooking foods in a fraction of the normal time with just the push of a few buttons electric pressure cookers promise so much more Completely self-contained there are models that offer automatic timers and multiple functions so you can brown meats and saute vegetables before pressure cooking perhaps simmer in-between steps and keep a dish warm after itrsquos done Some models double as rice cookers steamers and even slow cookers to seal the deal
Irsquove never owned a pressure cooker With all the horror stories Irsquod heard growing up about exploding cookers and dinners ending up on the ceiling I never seriously considered buying one But more friends are getting them and I seem to be noticing them everywhere lately not just in stores but on TV too No Irsquom not talking ldquoFear Factorrdquo but popular cooking shows where chefs brandish pressure cookers to make quick work of slow-cooked dishes for competition shows such as ldquoTop Chefrdquo and ldquoIron Chefrdquo
So is it all hype And what about the electric models mdash are they too good to be true Curious the LA Times Test Kitchen tested five popular electric cookers along with a highly regarded stove-top model for comparison
The results Pleasantly surprisingAt first glance therersquos no confusing an electric pressure cooker for
a traditional stove-top model These babies are nothing like your motherrsquos pressure cooker While many stove-top models look like a sturdy saucepan with an extra handle attached to the lid the electric models are bigger and bulkier mdash picture a slow cooker on steroids mdash bedazzled with buttons and digital displays Theyrsquore big enough to demand prime counter-top real estate yoursquod be hard-pressed to fit one in a normal cabinet The stainless steel All-Clad in particular reminded me of a mini bank vault it was heavier than the other models we tested and its substantial lid transformed at the touch of a button to lock and unlock (Irsquom convinced food mdash anything mdash would be safe in it even in the event of a nuclear holocaust)
Whatrsquos good about the electric models is that they do so many things automatically plug in the cooker press a few buttons and go You donrsquot have to hover over the stove adjusting the burner to regulate pressure or watch the clock to time when a dish is done The electric models switch off automatically mdash often beeping when done mdash slowly releasing pressure and keeping the dishes warm until needed
The digital displays can be extremely helpful in giving up-to-the-minute details on how a dish is progressing Some displays are very simple others much more colorful even entertaining (the Deni had me momentarily mesmerized) But there can be too much informa-tion At first the Cuisinartrsquos display was a little confusing even after reading the manual we still had to look up a video on YouTube to figure it out
All the models we tested had ldquobrowningrdquo andor ldquosauteingrdquo func-tions a convenient feature allowing you to sear meats and brown vegetables in the same pot before cooking While most of the elec-tric models were round our Deni test model was oval mdash much like a heavy-duty stove-top casserole mdash and not as deep as the others but it had more surface area on the bottom of the insert perfect for browning larger batches of food
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Dr Davis was outstanding and the most caring physician I have known- Rick Jutte Columbus
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BRANDIED APPLESAUCETotal time 40 minutes plus cooling and chilling timeServings Makes about 5 cups4 pounds Granny Smith apples or other cooking apples34 cup dark brown sugar12 cup apple cider13 cup brandy preferably applejack2 cinnamon sticksPinch nutmegPinch ground clovesPinch dried gingerZest and juice of 12 lemon1 Peel core and quarter the apples2 In a pressure cooker combine the apples brown sugar cider
brandy cinnamon nutmeg cloves ginger lemon zest and juice Lock the pressure cooker and cook at high pressure for 2 minutes
3 Allow the cooker to release pressure naturally (10 to 20 min-utes) then carefully remove the lid Remove the cinnamon sticks and coarsely chop the apples for a coarse sauce or puree them in a blender or food processor for a smoother texture Taste the apple-sauce and adjust the sweetness and flavorings if desired
4 Set the applesauce aside to cool then cover and refrigerate until chilled Taste the applesauce once more (the flavorings will mute a little as the sauce chills) and adjust if desired This makes about 5 cups applesauce The applesauce will keep up to 10 days covered and refrigerated
Each one-half cup sauce 160 calories 0 protein 38 grams carbo-hydrates 2 grams fiber 0 fat 0 cholesterol 33 grams sugar 5 mg sodium
Pressure cookers are becoming a hot item again in home kitchens and are a huge step up from the old ones that always carried stories of exploding dinners New electric mod-els incorpo-rate many fea-tures includ-ing automatic temperature control and timing
20 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Having already experienced Ireland on a Trafalgar Tours coach I didnrsquot hesitate when I decided to see what life was like
to Irelandrsquos neighbors to the east England and Wales So I invite you to join me for this the first of a five-par installment
Irsquoll give you my observations and experiences and tell you what I think you should know if you want to see this part of Europe As far as price my travel mate Jane and I received what we thought was a good rate With airfare included the tour was $1900 apiece and that included all lodging full daily breakfasts three full dinners and shuttle transfers to and from Heathrow Airport
While with travel days the trip was 10 days and included Scotland as well Irsquoll get to Scotland next year By doing so I can begin a series in June on my New Eng-land fall colors week-long adventure through much of New Eng-land a trip which also extended itself beyond American boarders into new Brunswick Canada
As we did for Ireland we pre-loaded a Visa travel card with $1000 to supplement our upfront $1900 and some pocket money we intended to exchange to pounds for daily incidentals The card we intended to use to eat our lunches and dinners not cov-ered in Trafalgarrsquos cost
Not only did the card ensure no large credit card bills came when I returned but the dollars-to-pounds conversion was done automatically The card we used mostly for meals not covered in the cost of the tour
After a flight that covered 3331 miles most of which covered
night-time hours we arrived at Heathrow at 815 am on a Sat-urday I am always challenged when it comes to sleeping on a plane so the time worked well for me The Delta flight also worked well for me because above the drop-down tray was my own personal movie screen with a wide array of current movie selections that were free The full meal for me a meatless pasta dish on a Lenten Friday was quite tasty
Heathrow the second busiest airport in the world with only Atlantarsquos Hartsfield-Jackson being busier is like a small city in itself Donrsquot be intimidated though There are all sorts of people to help you get to where you need to be for baggage claim and shuttle transfers and cabs and such
We exchanged some money at the airport always for Ameri-cans a humbling experience because the dollar is so weak com-pared to Irelandrsquos euro and Englandrsquos pound Expect to give that
Another leap across the big pondEngland and Wales in 5 days
Travel Part 1
By John Grindrod
Westminster AbbyPhotos by John Grindrod
21 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
friendly Brit about two of your dollars for every pound yoursquoll get in return
Our shuttle got us to where we would spend the first two nights in London The Hilton Olympia on Kensington High Street a few blocks down from Princess Dianarsquos last home Kensington Palace
After check-in it was off to explore on our own so we headed for The Tube Londonrsquos underground mass transit system As we walked to the Kensington Station Jane and I saw the same admonishments painted at the street crossings that we saw the year before in Dublin either ldquoLook leftrdquo or ldquoLook rightrdquo They are painted there as a warning to tourists not used to roads where folks are driving vehicles on the left side of the road
Two all-day passes for any Tube ride or double-decker bus ride ran 13 pounds 20 pence in other words a little over $26 As I stepped into the train I couldnrsquot help but notice another direc-tive painted on the cement in front of the train carrsquos threshold ldquoMind the gaprdquo to warn those boarding to step over the small gap between platform and train car
Our first stop was Westminster Abbey which dates to the 11th century and is the huge canrsquot-miss church just west of Westminster Palace one of 10 residential choices available to Queen Elizabeth II Entry was 16 pounds (about $32) for each of us While a bit pricey it was something to which I would grow accustomed since London has a reputation as one of the worldrsquos most expensive cit-ies
I must say The Abbey which many of you saw on TV during Will and Katersquos wedding last April is perhaps the most impressive place Irsquove ever seen Originally it was an abbey for Benedictine monks that is until Henry VIII assumed direct royal control in 1539 and it became a church
Over the years it has been the site of coronations and burials of English mon-archs and other important persons Over 500 royals are buried in The Abbey and in the section known as Poetsrsquo Corner there resides eternally some of Englandrsquos great-est authors mdash Chaucer Tennyson Browning Masefield James Kipling and Dickens among them
Architecturally the most impressive aspect of the church to me was the ceiling well over 100 feet above and comprised of flying buttresses While no flash photog-raphy is allowed I did manage one photo of the ceiling before my impropriety was pointed out by one of the many stewards of the historic building
After leaving we headed for nearby Big Ben with its clock tower completed in 1859 It has become one of Londonrsquos most endearing symbols One misconception Irsquoll clear up is the name Big Ben isnrsquot the name of the clock but of one of the bells the 13-ton beauty that tolls each hour
As for its name there are two theories Some believe the bell was named for Lon-donrsquos first commissioner of works Benjamin Hall a man of formidable girth Others believe the bell was named for a popular heavyweight boxer of the 19th century Ben Count
We also admired the House of Parliament and Parliament Square across the street from the Abbey Further proof of Londonrsquos expense came when I had to answer naturersquos call A turnstile prevented my entry into the public restroom in Parliament Square until I dropped a fifty pence coin (the equivalent of $1) into the slot
We also walked to nearby Westminster Bridge to see what kind of river traffic there was on The Thames that day before returning to our Kensington High Street hotel
We dined at a nice pub down the street called The Hand and Flower on English favorites such as ham and chutney and fish and chips and did a little imbibing My choice was a fine English Ale with a beautiful bronze color Marstons
Next month Irsquoll take you on a morning stroll down Kensington High to see Kens-ington Palace and then out into London on two coach tours one in the morn-ing and one in the afternoon to see Buckingham Palace St Paulrsquos Cathedral The Tower of London and the famous Tower Bridge
TOP A portion of the ornate ceiling inside Westminster AbbyBOTTOM Big Ben Londons most endearing landmark
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Jan 1Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 2Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 3Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Auglaize PERI 9 1130 am Speedway Lanes 455 N Herman St New Bremen Doug Brookhart on ldquoThe History of Water Plantsrdquo
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Parents and Friends of LesbiansGays 6 pm OSU LimaRhodes State 4240 Campus Dr Lima In the Public Service Building
Mended Hearts 7 pm St Ritarsquos Auxiliary Conference Center 718 W Market St Lima
Jan 4Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Richard Riggs on ldquoThe Lima Symphony Orchestrardquo
UAW 1211 Retirees 12 pm UAW Hall 1440 Bellefontaine
Ave Lima Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 5Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Jan 6ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Steel Magnolia 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 7Health Screenings 12 pm
Rite Aid Pharmacy 3230 W Elm St Lima
Jan 8Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 9Look Good Feel Better 4 pm
St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Look Good Feel Better 5 pm St Marys Community Public Library 140 S Chestnut St St Marys
Ottawa Country Music Jam 6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Kalida Branch Library 301 N Third St Kalida
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 10Bluffton Forum 11 am
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Tom Hafer on ldquoFitness as a Spiritual Disciplinerdquo In Founders Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Lima Area Watercolor Society 7 pm Immanuel United Methodist Church 699 Sunnydale St Elida
Jan 11Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Scott Lindstrom on
ldquoSolar Energyrdquo Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area Civil War Study Club 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Trinity Chapter Order of The Eastern Star 730 pm Lima Masonic Center 2165 N Cole St Lima
Jan 12Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 13Bluffton Colloquium 4
pm Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr George Lehman on ldquoNeuroleadership Good Science or Passing Fadrdquo In Centennial Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 14
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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At Elmcroft yoursquoll enjoy
bull Three hot fresh meals per day
bull Housekeepingbull Laundry servicesbull Salon and barber shop
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appointmentsbull Plenty of activities bull A warm and cozy
environment bull Caring staff providing
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Events calendar
23 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
a will as your only plan-ning strategy With only a will yoursquoll likely face the potential problems of probatemdashincluding high costs and inevi-table delays For many families planning with different types of trusts and gifting strategies can ensure that your spouse and children receive what they need without the hassles and fees of probate court These tactics are not only for the wealthy mdash it may be even more important to the average farm family for exam-ple who may be land rich but cash poor3 Stop worrying about your finances and start enjoying retirement
The most important reason to plan is so that you can stop worry-ing If you know your assets are secure mdash that your spouse will have enough to live on when yoursquore gone that yoursquoll be able to pass something along to your kids mdash then you can focus your energy on the most important part of retirement mak-ing these years great Start thinking bigger and planning now to make 2012 the time you started truly enjoy-ing your golden years Thatrsquos a resolution wersquod all like to achieve mdash and you canMitch Adel is managing partner at Cooper Adel and Associates With offices in Centerburg Monroe Sidney and Wilmington Cooper Adel amp Associates has clients statewide and offers regular seminars to educate seniors on critical financial issues
YOUR MONEY bull from 15 ndashndashndashndashndashndash
Plus II GatheringSupport Group 11 am Bradfield Community Center 550 S Collett St Lima For parents of twins On-site day care
Live Music Carl Rust in Concert 11 am The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Jan 15Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 16National Alliance on Mental
Illness 6 pm Challenged Higher Clubrsquos Drop-In Center 407 N Franklin St Van Wert
Auglaize Township Trustees 730 pm Auglaize Township Administration Building 7726 Bellefontaine Rd Harrod
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 17Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Caregiverrsquos Support Group 3 pm St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Jan 18Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Dr Matt Harbur on ldquoAgronomyrdquo
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Community Fellowship Meal 5 pm St John United Methodist Church 205 N High St Columbus Grove
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area UFO Associates 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Jan 19Allen County PERI 12 pm
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Peaceful Parenting 5 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Amputees in Motion 7 pm Bethel Baptist Church 630 Powers Ave Lima
Stomp 730 pm Veterans Memorial Civic Center 7 Town Sq Lima (419) 224-1552
Jan 20ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 21Lima Symphony Orchestra
presents Mozart by Candlelight 730 pm Trinity United Methodist Church 301 W Market St Lima
Jan 22Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 23Ottawa Country Music Jam
6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 24Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 James Nagle with ldquoStories from the Roadrdquo In Yoder Recital Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Family Movie Night 6 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Jenna Bush Hager 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 25Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 26Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 27Bluffton Colloquium 4 pm
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr Michael Edmiston on ldquoGadgets and the Curves They Throw Yourdquo In Stutzman Lecture Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 29Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 30Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 31Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
24 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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5 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
OUTDOOR FLEA MARKET amp EMPORIUM
528 NWashington StDelphos
Right on the corner of 5th St and N Washington St next to Bellmanrsquos Party Shop
and across the street from the Pizza Hut
419-692-0044
WErsquoRE NOT AN ANTIQUE STORE WE BUY - SELL amp TRADE WErsquoRE AN ANYTHING YOU NEED STORE
STOP BY amp SEE WHAT WE HAVE STOCK CHANGES DAILY
NEW
NEWMERCHANDISE
DAILY
MORE VALUEFOR YOUR
BUYING $$
STOP BYAND
SEE US
STOCK CHANGES DAY TO DAYIF YOU WANT IT AND WE DONrsquoT HAVE
IT WErsquoLL TRY TO FIND IT FOR YOU
JUST LIKEAN
OLD FASHIONEDTRADING
POST
We BUYSELL and
TRADEgoods of all
types
OUTDOOR FLEA MARKET amp EMPORIUM
528 NWashington StDelphos
Right on the corner of 5th St and N Washington St next to Bellmanrsquos Party Shop
and across the street from the Pizza Hut
419-692-0044
WErsquoRE NOT AN ANTIQUE STORE WE BUY - SELL amp TRADE WErsquoRE AN ANYTHING YOU NEED STORE
STOP BY amp SEE WHAT WE HAVE STOCK CHANGES DAILY
NEW
NEWMERCHANDISE
DAILY
MORE VALUEFOR YOUR
BUYING $$
STOP BYAND
SEE US
STOCK CHANGES DAY TO DAYIF YOU WANT IT AND WE DONrsquoT HAVE
IT WErsquoLL TRY TO FIND IT FOR YOU
JUST LIKEAN
OLD FASHIONEDTRADING
POST
We BUYSELL and
TRADEgoods of all
types
DELPHOSTRADINGPOST
At the Delphos Trading Post one manrsquos unwanted items are another manrsquos treasure So what wersquove done is give you a place where you can bring your unwanted treasures and trade them for something you might like or cash We buy sell and trade just about anything that is in good shape and has a market value We also buy and sell fire arms gold and silver antiques and collectibles so come see us at the Delphos Trading Post and let us help your dollars go further
Did You Know The items collectors collect may be antique or simply collectible Antiques are collectible items at least 100 years old collectibles are not as old as antiques and may even be new Collectors and dealers may use the word vintage to describe older collectibles Most collectibles are man-made commercial items but some private collectors collect natural objects such as birdsrsquo eggs butterflies rocks and seashells Some collectors collect only in childhood while others continue to do so throughout their lives and usually modify their aims later in life
In general items of significance beauty value or interest that are too young to be considered antiques fall into the category of collectibles Some collectibles are limited editions and some are new but many of them have been around for decades So if you are looking for a profitable hobby start collecting Good Luck and Good Fortune
Tues-Thurs Right on the corner of 5th St and N Washington St
Just look for the Sign
STOCK CHANGES DAY TO DAY IF YOU WANT IT AND WE DONrsquoT HAVE IT
WErsquoLL TRY TO FIND IT FOR YOU
We Buy Gold amp Silver
419-692-0044
NEWMERCHANDISE
DAILY
MORE VALUEFOR YOURBUYING $$
STOP BYAND
SEE US
528 N Washington St Delphos830-5 Fri 830-6
Sat 9-2
261 points per game His season included 34 threes and a season high of 41 against Milford on Jan 19 1990
Simpsonrsquos junior year saw another dramatic jump in his offen-sive output Despite the fact that the Spartans failed to make it out of the Sectionals in the tournament Simpson increased his scor-ing to 316 a game while hitting 51 threes His high game was a 53-point effort against Fairfield on Dec 28 1990 just one bucket shy of the single-game scoring record of 55 set by Joe Fisher against Van Wert in 1970
His junior performance earned Simpson Ohiorsquos Mr Basketball award With 1406 points and a whole senior year to go Greg set his sights on Andre Reedrsquos Lima Senior school record of 1563 points
In his senior year finally Simpsonrsquos innate ability to put the ball in the basket and his teamrsquos success converged The Spartans made it all the way to the state championship game in Colum-bus before bowing to GMC rival Lakota Along the way Simpson scored 940 points easily eclipsing Reedrsquos record while averaging 348 points per
Even more remarkable was the fact that over the entire second half of the regular season from games 11 through 20 Simpson averaged 433 points per including the game in which he bettered Fisher 55-point mark by scoring 57 on Feb 1 1992 against Toledo Start
Simpsonrsquos senior year also included games of 53 and 47 against Findlay a pair of 47-point games against Lakota 46 against Shaw-nee and 45 against Mansfield Senior
His performance earned him a second straight Ohio Mr Basket-ball a feat accomplished consecutively only three other times by
Toledo MacComberrsquos Jimmy Jackson in 1988-89 Akron St Vincent-St Maryrsquos LeBron James in 2001-2-3 and Cincinnati North College Hillrsquos OJ Mayo in 2005-6
Simpson also was selected to play in the prestigious McDonaldrsquos All-American game before attending Ohio State where as a fresh-man he earned accolades as Big 10 Freshman of the Year
While many may choose to remember Simpsonrsquos troubled post-high school basketball life mdash one which included two dismiss-als for disciplinary reasons first from Ohio State and then from West Virginia and a failed attempt to catch on with an NBA team mdash there is no denying he was Limarsquos most prolific offensive high school player ever
Retired LCC basketball coach Bob Seggerson who has either played or coached Lima high school basketball for nearly 50 years had this to say about Simpson ldquoFrom a purely athletic perspective he was the most gifted athlete Irsquove ever watched compete in Lima Really I thought he was a world-class athlete whorsquod have excelled in any sport hersquod have chosen He wasnrsquot just fast He had a burst that made him elite Hand-eye coordination timing an ability to get off the floor quickly and explosively he had every tool you could possibly want a basket ballplayer to have
ldquoAnd something that a lot of people who felt he just got by on natural ability would be surprised by is the fact that he was an absolutely fierce competitor and worked his tail off to improve his gamerdquo
While some may argue that another Lima basketball legend and Ohio Mr Basketball Aaron Hutchins had a better overall game there is no denying when it came to putting the ball in the basket no one did it better and more often than Greg Simpson
6
She has a passion for learning and teaching ldquoI take as many classes as I canrdquo says the Master Gardener from Ottawa who happened to turn her hobby into an adventure Deb Croy is
the owner of a small garden center named The Watering Can spe-cializing in pond products water garden plants heirloom tomato plants root crops and a variety of bulk seeds
Born and raised in the Toledo area in 1973 Deb moved to Ottawa her husband Jimrsquos hometown The couple has one son and three grandchildren
Behind their home in the midst of a variety of blooming beds and a garden pond the Croys built a cute little gardenerrsquos shed out of recycled material ldquoWersquove got about $50 in itrdquo laughs Deb ldquoEvery-thing is recycled but the roof
ldquoThe summer of 2011 was wonky weather for toma-toesrdquo said Deb who is diligent about saving seeds from several varieties of heirloom tomatoes ldquoMy germination percent is about 95rdquo explained Deb who performs her own
tests by planting and labeling seeds in potsEvery year from May to September Deb holds classes for second
to fifth graders The students learn about gardening and make hats In addition she is known around the neighborhood for her lending library and doling out home dried fruit to children ldquoI love to teachrdquo says Deb who cares about people
During the Ottawa flood of 2007 Debrsquos home became a shelter where meals were prepared
ldquoMy only requirement was that families ate togetherrdquo Deb explained ldquoWe ate in shiftsrdquo The Croyrsquos fed their neighbors from their own food supply of home canned goods dried fruits a side of beef and soups made from scratch
In the warm months Debrsquos backyard garden is a gathering place where people are welcome and comfortable
ldquoIrsquove looked out to find folks eating their lunch at my garden
Rehab is workBut it can also be fun
Gourmet dining Fine linens Personal concierge service This is rehab Our Home Again rehabilitation service will pamper you while you undergo therapy To find out how we can help you or someone you love transition smoothly back home call us to schedule a personal tour
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Passion for learning
Ottawa woman owns a small garden center
Portrait
By Jill Campbell
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
See WATERING CAN bull 9
The sign outside Deb Croys business The Watering Can in Ottawa
Photos by Jill Cambell
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ABOVE Deb demonstrates how to save seeds by pressing seeds between paper towels
LEFT Deb Croy stands outside her business The Watering Can
Hats that were part of a childrens garden class project that Deb Croy hosted
OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
8
Across1 Apprehension about what is
going to happen 9 Coin15 Drive off16 Heathens 17 Intact 18 Swallow19 ___ it on thick20 ldquoMalcolm Xrdquo director21 Atlanta-based station (acro-
nym)22 Blackguard23 Be a snitch25 Pre-Christian priests among
the Celts 27 Bank offering for short
(acronym)28 Like a brigadier general (2
wds)
30 Brio31 Henry Clay for one34 Meeting at a certain time
and place esp lov-ers
36 Very to Verdi37 Grassland38 Christmas wish39 Not now (2 wds)41 Went bad42 Egyptian fertility goddess43 Try to forget 45 Engage in passive activi-
ties often with ldquooutrdquo 46 Put things in order (2 wds) 47 Declines51 Egg cells52 Driverrsquos lic and others53 ldquoAcidrdquo (acronym)55 ldquoFantasy Islandrdquo prop
Just for fun
Crossword Answer
56 Second shot58 By no means (3 wd) 60 One who runs away to get
married 61 Club restriction (2 wds) 62 Beat63 Mountain range between
France and Spain
Down
1 ___ Ste Marie2 Arm bones3 Woman prophet 4 The ldquoprdquo in mpg5 Carbon compound6 More rude 7 Directs8 Dusk to Donne9 Dry by centrifugal forces10 Imitates a hot dog11 ___ roll12 Small tropical wormlike
amphibian 13 Financial protection for
property 14 Alienated 21 Beauty pageant wear24 Numbers games26 Altogether29 ldquoHighrdquo time30 Forever poetically
31 Plant and animal eaters32 New Deal president33 Crocodile relative 35 Cowboy boot attachment37 Advances40 Those who show the way 41 Bartender 44 Laudatory speech for one
who has died 46 Kiddies 48 Hold responsible49 Contradict50 Sedimentary materials 54 ldquoOverrdquo follower in the first
line of ldquoThe Caissons Go Rolling Alongrdquo
57 ldquoTarzanrdquo extra58 40 winks59 Bolivian export
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January2012
9 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
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tablerdquo she laughs ldquoMy backyard has also been the set-ting for prom pictures Girl Scout and club meetingsrdquo
The first week of March Deb sets seeds inside using a special garden mix
ldquoWe sell the best stems bar none in tomato varieties (4 inch pots) Customers begin ordering in December for their next yearrsquos garden Later in the spring she sells tomato plants root crops (potatoes and sweet potatoes) asparagus bulk seeds green peppers broc-coli and more recently berry bushes strawberries and grapes
Each year Deb plants 2500 tomatoes in 36 varieties and six different colors
ldquoAll heirloomrdquo says Deb ldquoI grow the ugliest and best tasting tomatoesrdquo
Deb recommends storing tomatoes in a cool dry place ldquoDonrsquot store onions and potatoes togetherrdquo she adds
ldquoThe only things my husband and I have in com-mon are Folgerrsquos coffee our son and Cottonelle toilet paperrdquo laughs Deb who also enjoys going herbrsquon and junkrsquon with her husband Jim
ldquoI am a list personrdquo says Deb who gets up at 530 am during gardening season ldquoI am not what yoursquod call a Suzie Homemaker but Irsquom am known to grab a hammer and nails and work on a drywall project in the houserdquo
ldquoMy goal in life is to be chubbyrdquo quips Deb who believes ldquowe go through life to learn life lessonsrdquo Have a gardening question Contact her at debcroyyahoocom
Bittersweet hangs over the interior window a rare find
10
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Rehab is work But it can also be funTo find out how we can help you or someone you love transition smoothly back home call us to schedule a personal tour
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Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
AAt Our Age QampA
GENERAL
QI prefer reading by audio book Does Social Security have audio publications
AYes we do You can find them at wwwsocialsecuritygovpubs Some of the publications available include What You Can Do Online How Social Security Can Help You
When A Family Member Dies Apply Online For Social Security Benefits and Your Social Security Card And Number You can listen now at wwwsocialsecuritygovpubs
QI am receiving Social Security retirement benefits and I recently went back to work Do I have to pay Social Security (FICA) taxes on my income
AYes By law your employer must withhold FICA taxes from your paycheck Although you are retired you do receive credit for those new earnings Each year Social
Security automatically credits the new earnings and if your new earnings are higher than in any earlier year used to calcu-late your current benefit your monthly benefit could increase For more information visit wwwsocialsecuritygov or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
RETIREMENT
QHow are my retirement benefits calculated
AYour Social Security benefits are based on earn-ings averaged over your lifetime Your actual earn-ings are first adjusted or ldquoindexedrdquo to account
for changes in average wages since the year the earnings were received Then we calculate your average monthly indexed earn-ings during the 35 years in which you earned the most We apply a formula to these earnings and arrive at your basic ben-
efit This is the amount you would receive at your full retire-ment age You may be able to estimate your benefit by using our Retirement Estimator which offers estimates based on your Social Security earnings You can find the Retirement Estimator at wwwsocialsecuritygovestimator
QI know that Social Securityrsquos full retirement age is gradually rising to 67 But does this mean the ldquoearlyrdquo retirement age will also be going up by two years
from age 62 to 64
ANo While it is true that under current law the full retire-ment age is gradually rising from 65 to 67 the ldquoearlyrdquo retirement age remains at 62 Keep in mind however
that taking early retirement reduces your benefit amount For more information about Social Security benefits visit the web-site at wwwsocialsecuritygovrampm1htm
SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME
QNext month Irsquoll turn 65 and because of my financial situation I thought Irsquod be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) But my neighbor told me Irsquod
probably be turned down because I have a friend who said he might help support me Is this true
AIf your friend helps support you it could have an effect on whether you get SSI and on the amount you receive Whether you can get SSI depends on your income and
resources (the things you own) If you have low income and few resources you may be able to get SSI However if you are receiving support from your friend or from anyone else that income will be considered when making a decision on your SSI eligibility and amount Support includes any food or shelter that is given to you or is received by you because someone else pays for it For more information visit wwwsocialsecuritygov and select ldquoSSIrdquo
QMy dad who is receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will be coming to live with me Does he have to report the move to Social Security
AYes An SSI beneficiary must report any change in liv-ing arrangements within 10 days after the month the change occurs If the change is not reported your dad
could receive an incorrect payment or he may not receive all the money that is due Also your dad needs to report his new address to Social Security so that he can receive mail from us Even if benefits are paid by direct deposit we need to be able to get in touch with him He can report the change by tele-phone mail or in person at any Social Security office Keep in mind that failing to report a change to Social Security could result in incorrect payments that may have to be paid back or a
11 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
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penalty deducted from SSI benefits Just call 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) You can get more information in the booklet Understanding SSI at wwwsocialsecuritygovssi
DISABILITY
QIrsquove heard there is a way for my daughter to get her disability application on the ldquofast-trackrdquo How does this work
AIf your daughter has one of the more than 100 impair-ments on the Compassionate Allowances list at wwwsocialsecuritygovcompassionateallowances her appli-
cation might be ldquofast-trackedrdquo for a decision Compassionate Allowances make it possible for applicants to receive a decision on their disability applications within days instead of months or years as long as their medical conditions are so severe that they obviously meet Social Securityrsquos definition of disability Learn more at wwwsocialsecuritygovcompassionateallowances
QDo I automatically get Medicare benefits if Irsquom eligi-ble for disability benefits
AAfter you have received disability benefits for 24 months we will automatically enroll you in Medicare We start counting the 24 months from the month you were enti-
tled to receive disability not the month when you received your first benefit payment Sometimes you can get State Medicaid in
the meantime There are exceptions to this rule People with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrigrsquos disease) and chronic renal disease may be able to get Medicare earlier For more infor-mation visit wwwsocialsecuritygov or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
QI am expecting a child and will be out of work for six months Can I qualify for short-term disability
ANo Social Security pays only for total disability mdash condi-tions that render you unable to work and are expected to last for at least a year or end in death No benefits are
payable for partial disability or short-term disability including benefits while on maternity leave
MEDICARE
QIf I retire and start getting Social Security retirement benefits at age 62 will my Medicare coverage begin then too
ANo Medicare benefits based on retirement do not begin until a person is age 65 If you retire at age 62 you may be able to continue to have medical insurance coverage
through your employer or purchase it from an insurance com-pany until you reach age 65 and become eligible for Medicare For more information about who can get Medicare visit wwwmedicaregov
12
By day he is a service technician but by night and on weekends you will find Jim Boedicker somewhere enter-taining a crowd with his music ldquoIrsquom so thankful I did 106
dates last yearrdquo said the talented guitar player and vocalist Despite his youthful appearance 59-year-old Boedicker has
been entertaining folks for 45 years He is well known for his humorous songs trick guitar work and standards performing arrangements from varied styles like rock country bluegrass or Gospel The rural Ada resident has also been on staff with the Perry Corporation since 1982 repairing copiers and printers full-time
Growing up in the Harrod area Jim first sang a solo at Christ-mastime in elementary school Then while in high school he became part of a Gospel group Although he originally played trombone in the school band when he was about 13 he got his first acoustic guitar and took lessons Later he was introduced to the electric guitar
As a teenager Boedicker also began teaching guitar at the for-mer Dearth Guitar Studios in Lima During his school years the entertainer remembers ldquoI really wasnrsquot much of an athlete I would retreat to my room and play guitarrdquo he said
Following his 1971 graduation from Allen East schools he attended Lima Technical College for about a year and a half
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Inspired
By Christina Ryan Claypool
Jim BoedickerEntertainer extraordinaire
in his own right
As a seasoned entertainer Boedicker has shared the stage with lots of fellow musicians He sometimes performs with Limarsquos Ed Zickafoose who is also a well-known entertainer in west central Ohio
13
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majoring in electronics and also joined a band that played at proms and homecom-ing dances Later Jim became a member of the contemporary Christian group Fresh Surrender with fellow musician Kelly Connor Spallinger and her cousins For more than six years this group per-formed for countless venues
Eventually Jim Boedicker became a familiar face to WTLW TV 44 viewers through his music with Fresh Surrender and by appearing on telethons there Decades ago he also spent time volun-teering at WTGN radio on air from mid-night until 6 am
ldquoWTLW and WTGN gave me a lot of vis-ibilityrdquo said Boedicker As a songwriter he won second place in ldquoThe Christian Artists Music Festivalrdquo in Estes Colo in 1981
In 1980 Jim married his wife the for-mer Sally Czeto who is a graduate of Bath schools The couple met at the Allen County Fair when Jim was manning a booth for Dearth Guitar Studios where he worked part-time for about five years Although he is known locally he has also played the same venues as artists Alison Krauss and Ricky Skaggs
ldquoI never made a living playing musicrdquo said Jim but the seasoned entertainer has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80
Jim Boedicker (left) with Mike Wright a well known area banjoguitar player teamed up in the late eighters Boedicker plays everything from bluegrass to gos-pel musicLima News Archives
ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real
rewarding to merdquo mdash Jim Boedicker
See INSPIRED bull 14
Your weekends will never be the same
Check out 360 your TVentertainment guide
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14 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80 dates a year you can find Boedicker performing at private events banquets fairs festi-vals etc Currently he is one of the music leaders at the Bath cam-pus of the Shawnee Community United Methodist Church too
Besides blessing others Jimrsquos music has provided extra income to assist with his sonrsquos medical expenses In explanation the Boedickerrsquos only child 27-year-old Andrew was born with spina bifida along with significant autism
ldquoWe had real financial needs because of my sonrsquos medical needsrdquo said Jim After his sonrsquos birth Boedicker took ldquomore of a business approachrdquo to playing music to supplement the family income The couple continues to care for Andrew at home and are also involved with Bittersweet Farms and the Autism Support Group
Due to his steadfast support at the time of Andrewrsquos birth his former Pastor Dave Thompson has had a great influence on Jimrsquos life He ldquohas been a big encouragement and friendrdquo said Boed-icker Musically he was ldquoreally influenced by Chet Atkins he does everything on the guitarrdquo he said
On Friday nights you will usually find Jim Boedicker entertaining the crowd at Italian restaurant Viva Maria which is located at Lost Creek Golf Course Boedicker is always prepared to take requests from those listening
ldquoI just do family stuff and I think there is a real need for fam-ily entertainmentrdquo Whatever his venue ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real rewarding to merdquo
For the man who has been delighting crowds with his music since he was just a teen Boedicker has learned a lot of lessons along the way The biggest is ldquoStaying in balance You could wear yourself out The older you get the harder it is to keep up with the schedulerdquo he said
As for folks requesting bookings Jim Boedicker hopes that his phone wonrsquot stop ringing anytime soon But with an entertainer as talented as he is you can bet thatrsquos not going to happen
Christina Ryan Claypool is a freelance journalist and inspirational speaker Contact her through her Website at wwwchristinaryanclaypoolcom
bull To contact Jim Boedicker go to his Website at wwwjimboedickercom email him
at jboewatchtvnet or phone him at 419-649-8495
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Your Money
What are your new yearrsquos resolutions this year Are your resolutions like most of us focused on spending less and saving more Unfortunately that can only take you so far
There is so much attention given to small financial worries that many seniors neglect larger issues that can have a significant impact on their lives and their families Now is the time for you and your loved ones to think about the big picture to take steps to protect your assets and to start 2012 off on the right foot1 Take advantage of state and federal programs to help pay for medical care prescription drugs at-home care or nursing home care
Seniors have access to a multitude of state and federal programs but many do not take advantage of them because they donrsquot know they exist or they donrsquot know how to enroll In the realm of health care alone ensuring coverage for prescription drugs and utilizing programs that pay for at-home care can significantly impact your monthly finances
Most Ohioans can utilize Medicare Part D to help pay for prescrip-tion drugs and your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) can point you toward you the best overall coverage There are a lot of options so itrsquos important to take the time to find the best one for you and your family It also may make sense to work with a professional with a thorough understanding of the possibilities and drawbacks of each program
Nursing home care can be even more burdensome mdash as Medicare pays for only the first 20 days before requiring co-payment To qual-ify for any coverage there also must be a prior three-day hospital stay With average Ohio nursing home costs at more than $6000 per month and all healthcare costs spiraling upward itrsquos critical to have a plan to use all of the resources at your disposal keep expenses from affecting your savings2 Make sure you have a comprehensive strategy to protect your assets from taxes and probate
While clipping coupons can make a dent in your weekly grocery bill ensuring that your savings are secure can make a much bigger long-term financial impact for you and your family Tax planning and estate planning are part of a comprehensive approach to protecting your finances and your future
Tax laws are changing dramatically in 2013 with many rates going up While standard tax advice would encourage deferring payments into the future the prospect of higher rates in 2013 means that in many cases you may want to pay now rather than later
Probate costs are another way your family can lose assets if you donrsquot plan ahead Itrsquos critical to understand the limitations of having
Thinking big in the new year
See YOUR MONEY bull 23
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
16
It was all in the familyRichard T Gregg the original owner of
Greggrsquos Department Store died at his home in Lima in 1942 and he was a man to be hon-ored both before and after his death Perhaps his philosophy about business had a lot to do with it for he said ldquoWe will treat each and every cus-tomer as though they were a guest in our homerdquo That thought was religiously carried on genera-tion after generation of the Gregg family
Gregg certainly knew his merchandise as well he should his family had been in the mercantile business since the Revolutionary period He had personally started his own store in Tiffin in 1885 when he was 25 years old It was known as a dry goods sewing and notions store and merchan-dise was top quality because he ordered almost everything from Marshall Field in Chicago And there was a definite friendship between Gregg and Field for when Gregg decided business was slow in Tiffin it was Field who suggested he relocate to Lima
He also knew what the word patience meant One of the things in his possession was a pair of saddlebags which his father used when he rode horseback from Ohio to the wholesale markets to buy things for his store and then had to wait for long periods for the goods to arrive
Gregg opened his store in Lima in 1900 in the Black Block a four story building on North Main Street There were shops on the first floor offices on the second and the Lima Public Library occu-pied the third He began with 5000 square feet of space and when the family eventually bought the building in 1935 he had 218000 square feet that included an annex across the street The idea of moving never crossed his mind for he had moved here when downtown was flourishing and he kept his confidence in its growth He not only ran a successful business but gave back to the com-munity of Lima with his backing everything new that happened here
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Suprisingly it wasnrsquot depressing
It actually brought some things into focus
Some see it as something to avoidhellip I saw it as a responsibilityrdquo
Why you decide isnrsquot importantJust decide
ldquoI SEE IT AS A RESPONSIBILITYrdquo
ldquoWhy you decide to preplan
your funeral isnrsquot important
Itrsquos that you do decide
Thatrsquos whatrsquos important
Time Capsule
R T GreggA man with great foresight
By Jeanne Porreca R T Gregg
Roy Gregg
Tom Gregg
Geoff Gregg
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
17
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Gregg had been married before coming to Lima to Emma Jane Beery and three children were born to them Roy Beery Robert T and Margaret Robert T died in 1931 after an auto accident and his wife died in 1945 Upon the senior Greggrsquos death in 1942 ownership passed to his son Roy Beery It was said of Roy that he was ldquoa perfect example of a round peg in a round holerdquo for thebusiness fitted him perfectly It was all he had known his entire life Like his father he had his own philosophy ldquoIf you give the people good values they will patronize you again and againrdquo Roy was the boss over 300 store employees who respected him and carried on all the fine qualities passed down to him He was fondly called ldquothe universal merchantrdquo and seldom did he miss a daily visit to the store right up to the day of his death Robert died in 1967
Robertrsquos death was the end of the line of the Gregg boys and so the management of the store fell to his grandson Thomas Allen Gregg Thomas had joined the firm in 1945 and had retired in 1979 but came back when the department store sales had begun to lag due to changes in downtown the sale of the store from the Gregg family and the new interest in shop-ping the malls Thomas was a true believer in Lima as then-mayor Harry Moyer reported to the Lima News upon Thomasrsquo death ldquoHis was the first downtown business to give $10000 for the purchase of the northeast quadrant of the Squarerdquo That property was later developed into where the Blue Cross (now The Munici-pal) building and the Town Square Apartments are today Thomas died in 1983 and his son took Geoff took over as manager until the store closed in 1985
There was only one place the Gregg family was as faithful to something else besides the store and that was Market Street Presbyterian Church where all generations belonged beginning with that first fam-ily member
Greggs Department Store in 1958
Pet of the WeekCheck out Sundayrsquos Lifestyle section for your favorite pet pictures
OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
18 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Seasonings
Under pressureThe latest kitchen lsquomust haversquo
may be the electric cooker
New electric models are bringing pressure cooking back to the home kitchen and recipes such as pumpkin risotto are easy in them
Photos courtesy of MCT
A quick look at my home kitchen and you might think I was an avowed minimalist One pot a few saucepans and a cher-ished cast-iron skillet A cupboard of bakeware and bowls
and counter space for just a few appliances All the gadgets that can fit in one small drawer A few chosen knives
Noble I wish A would-be cookware junkie Irsquom saved from binge-ing on tools and equipment only by the postage-stamp size of my cooking space To make it in my kitchen an item has to be essential Which is why I canrsquot stop thinking about getting an electric pressure cooker
In addition to cooking foods in a fraction of the normal time with just the push of a few buttons electric pressure cookers promise so much more Completely self-contained there are models that offer automatic timers and multiple functions so you can brown meats and saute vegetables before pressure cooking perhaps simmer in-between steps and keep a dish warm after itrsquos done Some models double as rice cookers steamers and even slow cookers to seal the deal
Irsquove never owned a pressure cooker With all the horror stories Irsquod heard growing up about exploding cookers and dinners ending up on the ceiling I never seriously considered buying one But more friends are getting them and I seem to be noticing them everywhere lately not just in stores but on TV too No Irsquom not talking ldquoFear Factorrdquo but popular cooking shows where chefs brandish pressure cookers to make quick work of slow-cooked dishes for competition shows such as ldquoTop Chefrdquo and ldquoIron Chefrdquo
So is it all hype And what about the electric models mdash are they too good to be true Curious the LA Times Test Kitchen tested five popular electric cookers along with a highly regarded stove-top model for comparison
The results Pleasantly surprisingAt first glance therersquos no confusing an electric pressure cooker for
a traditional stove-top model These babies are nothing like your motherrsquos pressure cooker While many stove-top models look like a sturdy saucepan with an extra handle attached to the lid the electric models are bigger and bulkier mdash picture a slow cooker on steroids mdash bedazzled with buttons and digital displays Theyrsquore big enough to demand prime counter-top real estate yoursquod be hard-pressed to fit one in a normal cabinet The stainless steel All-Clad in particular reminded me of a mini bank vault it was heavier than the other models we tested and its substantial lid transformed at the touch of a button to lock and unlock (Irsquom convinced food mdash anything mdash would be safe in it even in the event of a nuclear holocaust)
Whatrsquos good about the electric models is that they do so many things automatically plug in the cooker press a few buttons and go You donrsquot have to hover over the stove adjusting the burner to regulate pressure or watch the clock to time when a dish is done The electric models switch off automatically mdash often beeping when done mdash slowly releasing pressure and keeping the dishes warm until needed
The digital displays can be extremely helpful in giving up-to-the-minute details on how a dish is progressing Some displays are very simple others much more colorful even entertaining (the Deni had me momentarily mesmerized) But there can be too much informa-tion At first the Cuisinartrsquos display was a little confusing even after reading the manual we still had to look up a video on YouTube to figure it out
All the models we tested had ldquobrowningrdquo andor ldquosauteingrdquo func-tions a convenient feature allowing you to sear meats and brown vegetables in the same pot before cooking While most of the elec-tric models were round our Deni test model was oval mdash much like a heavy-duty stove-top casserole mdash and not as deep as the others but it had more surface area on the bottom of the insert perfect for browning larger batches of food
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19 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
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Formerly Midwest VeinRichard A Davis MD FACS
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(419) 222-8346wwwmyimagemedicalcom
ndash My leg veins had become so bad that I was unable to pursue my love of runningAfter completing treatment I have successfully competed in two half-marathons
Dr Davis was outstanding and the most caring physician I have known- Rick Jutte Columbus
What our patientsare saying
for treatment of varicose
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- I would highly recommend Dr Davis as a talented surgeon who goes that extra mile in providing for your comfort He and his staff show genuine concern warmth and
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What our patients are saying- My leg veins had become so bad that I was unable to pursue my
love of running After completing treatment I have successfully competed in two half-marathons Dr Davis was outstanding and the most caring physician I have known ndash Rick Jutte Columbus
BRANDIED APPLESAUCETotal time 40 minutes plus cooling and chilling timeServings Makes about 5 cups4 pounds Granny Smith apples or other cooking apples34 cup dark brown sugar12 cup apple cider13 cup brandy preferably applejack2 cinnamon sticksPinch nutmegPinch ground clovesPinch dried gingerZest and juice of 12 lemon1 Peel core and quarter the apples2 In a pressure cooker combine the apples brown sugar cider
brandy cinnamon nutmeg cloves ginger lemon zest and juice Lock the pressure cooker and cook at high pressure for 2 minutes
3 Allow the cooker to release pressure naturally (10 to 20 min-utes) then carefully remove the lid Remove the cinnamon sticks and coarsely chop the apples for a coarse sauce or puree them in a blender or food processor for a smoother texture Taste the apple-sauce and adjust the sweetness and flavorings if desired
4 Set the applesauce aside to cool then cover and refrigerate until chilled Taste the applesauce once more (the flavorings will mute a little as the sauce chills) and adjust if desired This makes about 5 cups applesauce The applesauce will keep up to 10 days covered and refrigerated
Each one-half cup sauce 160 calories 0 protein 38 grams carbo-hydrates 2 grams fiber 0 fat 0 cholesterol 33 grams sugar 5 mg sodium
Pressure cookers are becoming a hot item again in home kitchens and are a huge step up from the old ones that always carried stories of exploding dinners New electric mod-els incorpo-rate many fea-tures includ-ing automatic temperature control and timing
20 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Having already experienced Ireland on a Trafalgar Tours coach I didnrsquot hesitate when I decided to see what life was like
to Irelandrsquos neighbors to the east England and Wales So I invite you to join me for this the first of a five-par installment
Irsquoll give you my observations and experiences and tell you what I think you should know if you want to see this part of Europe As far as price my travel mate Jane and I received what we thought was a good rate With airfare included the tour was $1900 apiece and that included all lodging full daily breakfasts three full dinners and shuttle transfers to and from Heathrow Airport
While with travel days the trip was 10 days and included Scotland as well Irsquoll get to Scotland next year By doing so I can begin a series in June on my New Eng-land fall colors week-long adventure through much of New Eng-land a trip which also extended itself beyond American boarders into new Brunswick Canada
As we did for Ireland we pre-loaded a Visa travel card with $1000 to supplement our upfront $1900 and some pocket money we intended to exchange to pounds for daily incidentals The card we intended to use to eat our lunches and dinners not cov-ered in Trafalgarrsquos cost
Not only did the card ensure no large credit card bills came when I returned but the dollars-to-pounds conversion was done automatically The card we used mostly for meals not covered in the cost of the tour
After a flight that covered 3331 miles most of which covered
night-time hours we arrived at Heathrow at 815 am on a Sat-urday I am always challenged when it comes to sleeping on a plane so the time worked well for me The Delta flight also worked well for me because above the drop-down tray was my own personal movie screen with a wide array of current movie selections that were free The full meal for me a meatless pasta dish on a Lenten Friday was quite tasty
Heathrow the second busiest airport in the world with only Atlantarsquos Hartsfield-Jackson being busier is like a small city in itself Donrsquot be intimidated though There are all sorts of people to help you get to where you need to be for baggage claim and shuttle transfers and cabs and such
We exchanged some money at the airport always for Ameri-cans a humbling experience because the dollar is so weak com-pared to Irelandrsquos euro and Englandrsquos pound Expect to give that
Another leap across the big pondEngland and Wales in 5 days
Travel Part 1
By John Grindrod
Westminster AbbyPhotos by John Grindrod
21 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
friendly Brit about two of your dollars for every pound yoursquoll get in return
Our shuttle got us to where we would spend the first two nights in London The Hilton Olympia on Kensington High Street a few blocks down from Princess Dianarsquos last home Kensington Palace
After check-in it was off to explore on our own so we headed for The Tube Londonrsquos underground mass transit system As we walked to the Kensington Station Jane and I saw the same admonishments painted at the street crossings that we saw the year before in Dublin either ldquoLook leftrdquo or ldquoLook rightrdquo They are painted there as a warning to tourists not used to roads where folks are driving vehicles on the left side of the road
Two all-day passes for any Tube ride or double-decker bus ride ran 13 pounds 20 pence in other words a little over $26 As I stepped into the train I couldnrsquot help but notice another direc-tive painted on the cement in front of the train carrsquos threshold ldquoMind the gaprdquo to warn those boarding to step over the small gap between platform and train car
Our first stop was Westminster Abbey which dates to the 11th century and is the huge canrsquot-miss church just west of Westminster Palace one of 10 residential choices available to Queen Elizabeth II Entry was 16 pounds (about $32) for each of us While a bit pricey it was something to which I would grow accustomed since London has a reputation as one of the worldrsquos most expensive cit-ies
I must say The Abbey which many of you saw on TV during Will and Katersquos wedding last April is perhaps the most impressive place Irsquove ever seen Originally it was an abbey for Benedictine monks that is until Henry VIII assumed direct royal control in 1539 and it became a church
Over the years it has been the site of coronations and burials of English mon-archs and other important persons Over 500 royals are buried in The Abbey and in the section known as Poetsrsquo Corner there resides eternally some of Englandrsquos great-est authors mdash Chaucer Tennyson Browning Masefield James Kipling and Dickens among them
Architecturally the most impressive aspect of the church to me was the ceiling well over 100 feet above and comprised of flying buttresses While no flash photog-raphy is allowed I did manage one photo of the ceiling before my impropriety was pointed out by one of the many stewards of the historic building
After leaving we headed for nearby Big Ben with its clock tower completed in 1859 It has become one of Londonrsquos most endearing symbols One misconception Irsquoll clear up is the name Big Ben isnrsquot the name of the clock but of one of the bells the 13-ton beauty that tolls each hour
As for its name there are two theories Some believe the bell was named for Lon-donrsquos first commissioner of works Benjamin Hall a man of formidable girth Others believe the bell was named for a popular heavyweight boxer of the 19th century Ben Count
We also admired the House of Parliament and Parliament Square across the street from the Abbey Further proof of Londonrsquos expense came when I had to answer naturersquos call A turnstile prevented my entry into the public restroom in Parliament Square until I dropped a fifty pence coin (the equivalent of $1) into the slot
We also walked to nearby Westminster Bridge to see what kind of river traffic there was on The Thames that day before returning to our Kensington High Street hotel
We dined at a nice pub down the street called The Hand and Flower on English favorites such as ham and chutney and fish and chips and did a little imbibing My choice was a fine English Ale with a beautiful bronze color Marstons
Next month Irsquoll take you on a morning stroll down Kensington High to see Kens-ington Palace and then out into London on two coach tours one in the morn-ing and one in the afternoon to see Buckingham Palace St Paulrsquos Cathedral The Tower of London and the famous Tower Bridge
TOP A portion of the ornate ceiling inside Westminster AbbyBOTTOM Big Ben Londons most endearing landmark
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Jan 1Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 2Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 3Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Auglaize PERI 9 1130 am Speedway Lanes 455 N Herman St New Bremen Doug Brookhart on ldquoThe History of Water Plantsrdquo
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Parents and Friends of LesbiansGays 6 pm OSU LimaRhodes State 4240 Campus Dr Lima In the Public Service Building
Mended Hearts 7 pm St Ritarsquos Auxiliary Conference Center 718 W Market St Lima
Jan 4Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Richard Riggs on ldquoThe Lima Symphony Orchestrardquo
UAW 1211 Retirees 12 pm UAW Hall 1440 Bellefontaine
Ave Lima Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 5Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Jan 6ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Steel Magnolia 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 7Health Screenings 12 pm
Rite Aid Pharmacy 3230 W Elm St Lima
Jan 8Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 9Look Good Feel Better 4 pm
St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Look Good Feel Better 5 pm St Marys Community Public Library 140 S Chestnut St St Marys
Ottawa Country Music Jam 6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Kalida Branch Library 301 N Third St Kalida
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 10Bluffton Forum 11 am
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Tom Hafer on ldquoFitness as a Spiritual Disciplinerdquo In Founders Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Lima Area Watercolor Society 7 pm Immanuel United Methodist Church 699 Sunnydale St Elida
Jan 11Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Scott Lindstrom on
ldquoSolar Energyrdquo Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area Civil War Study Club 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Trinity Chapter Order of The Eastern Star 730 pm Lima Masonic Center 2165 N Cole St Lima
Jan 12Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 13Bluffton Colloquium 4
pm Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr George Lehman on ldquoNeuroleadership Good Science or Passing Fadrdquo In Centennial Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 14
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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Stay Three Monthsand Receive an
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Call Marcia Hearn for more details
419-331-2442
At Elmcroft yoursquoll enjoy
bull Three hot fresh meals per day
bull Housekeepingbull Laundry servicesbull Salon and barber shop
servicesbull Transportation to
appointmentsbull Plenty of activities bull A warm and cozy
environment bull Caring staff providing
care 24 hours a day
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Events calendar
23 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
a will as your only plan-ning strategy With only a will yoursquoll likely face the potential problems of probatemdashincluding high costs and inevi-table delays For many families planning with different types of trusts and gifting strategies can ensure that your spouse and children receive what they need without the hassles and fees of probate court These tactics are not only for the wealthy mdash it may be even more important to the average farm family for exam-ple who may be land rich but cash poor3 Stop worrying about your finances and start enjoying retirement
The most important reason to plan is so that you can stop worry-ing If you know your assets are secure mdash that your spouse will have enough to live on when yoursquore gone that yoursquoll be able to pass something along to your kids mdash then you can focus your energy on the most important part of retirement mak-ing these years great Start thinking bigger and planning now to make 2012 the time you started truly enjoy-ing your golden years Thatrsquos a resolution wersquod all like to achieve mdash and you canMitch Adel is managing partner at Cooper Adel and Associates With offices in Centerburg Monroe Sidney and Wilmington Cooper Adel amp Associates has clients statewide and offers regular seminars to educate seniors on critical financial issues
YOUR MONEY bull from 15 ndashndashndashndashndashndash
Plus II GatheringSupport Group 11 am Bradfield Community Center 550 S Collett St Lima For parents of twins On-site day care
Live Music Carl Rust in Concert 11 am The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Jan 15Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 16National Alliance on Mental
Illness 6 pm Challenged Higher Clubrsquos Drop-In Center 407 N Franklin St Van Wert
Auglaize Township Trustees 730 pm Auglaize Township Administration Building 7726 Bellefontaine Rd Harrod
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 17Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Caregiverrsquos Support Group 3 pm St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Jan 18Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Dr Matt Harbur on ldquoAgronomyrdquo
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Community Fellowship Meal 5 pm St John United Methodist Church 205 N High St Columbus Grove
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area UFO Associates 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Jan 19Allen County PERI 12 pm
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Peaceful Parenting 5 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Amputees in Motion 7 pm Bethel Baptist Church 630 Powers Ave Lima
Stomp 730 pm Veterans Memorial Civic Center 7 Town Sq Lima (419) 224-1552
Jan 20ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 21Lima Symphony Orchestra
presents Mozart by Candlelight 730 pm Trinity United Methodist Church 301 W Market St Lima
Jan 22Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 23Ottawa Country Music Jam
6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 24Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 James Nagle with ldquoStories from the Roadrdquo In Yoder Recital Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Family Movie Night 6 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Jenna Bush Hager 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 25Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 26Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 27Bluffton Colloquium 4 pm
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr Michael Edmiston on ldquoGadgets and the Curves They Throw Yourdquo In Stutzman Lecture Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 29Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 30Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 31Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
24 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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She has a passion for learning and teaching ldquoI take as many classes as I canrdquo says the Master Gardener from Ottawa who happened to turn her hobby into an adventure Deb Croy is
the owner of a small garden center named The Watering Can spe-cializing in pond products water garden plants heirloom tomato plants root crops and a variety of bulk seeds
Born and raised in the Toledo area in 1973 Deb moved to Ottawa her husband Jimrsquos hometown The couple has one son and three grandchildren
Behind their home in the midst of a variety of blooming beds and a garden pond the Croys built a cute little gardenerrsquos shed out of recycled material ldquoWersquove got about $50 in itrdquo laughs Deb ldquoEvery-thing is recycled but the roof
ldquoThe summer of 2011 was wonky weather for toma-toesrdquo said Deb who is diligent about saving seeds from several varieties of heirloom tomatoes ldquoMy germination percent is about 95rdquo explained Deb who performs her own
tests by planting and labeling seeds in potsEvery year from May to September Deb holds classes for second
to fifth graders The students learn about gardening and make hats In addition she is known around the neighborhood for her lending library and doling out home dried fruit to children ldquoI love to teachrdquo says Deb who cares about people
During the Ottawa flood of 2007 Debrsquos home became a shelter where meals were prepared
ldquoMy only requirement was that families ate togetherrdquo Deb explained ldquoWe ate in shiftsrdquo The Croyrsquos fed their neighbors from their own food supply of home canned goods dried fruits a side of beef and soups made from scratch
In the warm months Debrsquos backyard garden is a gathering place where people are welcome and comfortable
ldquoIrsquove looked out to find folks eating their lunch at my garden
Rehab is workBut it can also be fun
Gourmet dining Fine linens Personal concierge service This is rehab Our Home Again rehabilitation service will pamper you while you undergo therapy To find out how we can help you or someone you love transition smoothly back home call us to schedule a personal tour
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Passion for learning
Ottawa woman owns a small garden center
Portrait
By Jill Campbell
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
See WATERING CAN bull 9
The sign outside Deb Croys business The Watering Can in Ottawa
Photos by Jill Cambell
7
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(419) 227-2611 bull Fax (419) 227-1392wwwlimamanorcom
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ABOVE Deb demonstrates how to save seeds by pressing seeds between paper towels
LEFT Deb Croy stands outside her business The Watering Can
Hats that were part of a childrens garden class project that Deb Croy hosted
OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
8
Across1 Apprehension about what is
going to happen 9 Coin15 Drive off16 Heathens 17 Intact 18 Swallow19 ___ it on thick20 ldquoMalcolm Xrdquo director21 Atlanta-based station (acro-
nym)22 Blackguard23 Be a snitch25 Pre-Christian priests among
the Celts 27 Bank offering for short
(acronym)28 Like a brigadier general (2
wds)
30 Brio31 Henry Clay for one34 Meeting at a certain time
and place esp lov-ers
36 Very to Verdi37 Grassland38 Christmas wish39 Not now (2 wds)41 Went bad42 Egyptian fertility goddess43 Try to forget 45 Engage in passive activi-
ties often with ldquooutrdquo 46 Put things in order (2 wds) 47 Declines51 Egg cells52 Driverrsquos lic and others53 ldquoAcidrdquo (acronym)55 ldquoFantasy Islandrdquo prop
Just for fun
Crossword Answer
56 Second shot58 By no means (3 wd) 60 One who runs away to get
married 61 Club restriction (2 wds) 62 Beat63 Mountain range between
France and Spain
Down
1 ___ Ste Marie2 Arm bones3 Woman prophet 4 The ldquoprdquo in mpg5 Carbon compound6 More rude 7 Directs8 Dusk to Donne9 Dry by centrifugal forces10 Imitates a hot dog11 ___ roll12 Small tropical wormlike
amphibian 13 Financial protection for
property 14 Alienated 21 Beauty pageant wear24 Numbers games26 Altogether29 ldquoHighrdquo time30 Forever poetically
31 Plant and animal eaters32 New Deal president33 Crocodile relative 35 Cowboy boot attachment37 Advances40 Those who show the way 41 Bartender 44 Laudatory speech for one
who has died 46 Kiddies 48 Hold responsible49 Contradict50 Sedimentary materials 54 ldquoOverrdquo follower in the first
line of ldquoThe Caissons Go Rolling Alongrdquo
57 ldquoTarzanrdquo extra58 40 winks59 Bolivian export
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January2012
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tablerdquo she laughs ldquoMy backyard has also been the set-ting for prom pictures Girl Scout and club meetingsrdquo
The first week of March Deb sets seeds inside using a special garden mix
ldquoWe sell the best stems bar none in tomato varieties (4 inch pots) Customers begin ordering in December for their next yearrsquos garden Later in the spring she sells tomato plants root crops (potatoes and sweet potatoes) asparagus bulk seeds green peppers broc-coli and more recently berry bushes strawberries and grapes
Each year Deb plants 2500 tomatoes in 36 varieties and six different colors
ldquoAll heirloomrdquo says Deb ldquoI grow the ugliest and best tasting tomatoesrdquo
Deb recommends storing tomatoes in a cool dry place ldquoDonrsquot store onions and potatoes togetherrdquo she adds
ldquoThe only things my husband and I have in com-mon are Folgerrsquos coffee our son and Cottonelle toilet paperrdquo laughs Deb who also enjoys going herbrsquon and junkrsquon with her husband Jim
ldquoI am a list personrdquo says Deb who gets up at 530 am during gardening season ldquoI am not what yoursquod call a Suzie Homemaker but Irsquom am known to grab a hammer and nails and work on a drywall project in the houserdquo
ldquoMy goal in life is to be chubbyrdquo quips Deb who believes ldquowe go through life to learn life lessonsrdquo Have a gardening question Contact her at debcroyyahoocom
Bittersweet hangs over the interior window a rare find
10
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Rehab is work But it can also be funTo find out how we can help you or someone you love transition smoothly back home call us to schedule a personal tour
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Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
AAt Our Age QampA
GENERAL
QI prefer reading by audio book Does Social Security have audio publications
AYes we do You can find them at wwwsocialsecuritygovpubs Some of the publications available include What You Can Do Online How Social Security Can Help You
When A Family Member Dies Apply Online For Social Security Benefits and Your Social Security Card And Number You can listen now at wwwsocialsecuritygovpubs
QI am receiving Social Security retirement benefits and I recently went back to work Do I have to pay Social Security (FICA) taxes on my income
AYes By law your employer must withhold FICA taxes from your paycheck Although you are retired you do receive credit for those new earnings Each year Social
Security automatically credits the new earnings and if your new earnings are higher than in any earlier year used to calcu-late your current benefit your monthly benefit could increase For more information visit wwwsocialsecuritygov or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
RETIREMENT
QHow are my retirement benefits calculated
AYour Social Security benefits are based on earn-ings averaged over your lifetime Your actual earn-ings are first adjusted or ldquoindexedrdquo to account
for changes in average wages since the year the earnings were received Then we calculate your average monthly indexed earn-ings during the 35 years in which you earned the most We apply a formula to these earnings and arrive at your basic ben-
efit This is the amount you would receive at your full retire-ment age You may be able to estimate your benefit by using our Retirement Estimator which offers estimates based on your Social Security earnings You can find the Retirement Estimator at wwwsocialsecuritygovestimator
QI know that Social Securityrsquos full retirement age is gradually rising to 67 But does this mean the ldquoearlyrdquo retirement age will also be going up by two years
from age 62 to 64
ANo While it is true that under current law the full retire-ment age is gradually rising from 65 to 67 the ldquoearlyrdquo retirement age remains at 62 Keep in mind however
that taking early retirement reduces your benefit amount For more information about Social Security benefits visit the web-site at wwwsocialsecuritygovrampm1htm
SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME
QNext month Irsquoll turn 65 and because of my financial situation I thought Irsquod be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) But my neighbor told me Irsquod
probably be turned down because I have a friend who said he might help support me Is this true
AIf your friend helps support you it could have an effect on whether you get SSI and on the amount you receive Whether you can get SSI depends on your income and
resources (the things you own) If you have low income and few resources you may be able to get SSI However if you are receiving support from your friend or from anyone else that income will be considered when making a decision on your SSI eligibility and amount Support includes any food or shelter that is given to you or is received by you because someone else pays for it For more information visit wwwsocialsecuritygov and select ldquoSSIrdquo
QMy dad who is receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will be coming to live with me Does he have to report the move to Social Security
AYes An SSI beneficiary must report any change in liv-ing arrangements within 10 days after the month the change occurs If the change is not reported your dad
could receive an incorrect payment or he may not receive all the money that is due Also your dad needs to report his new address to Social Security so that he can receive mail from us Even if benefits are paid by direct deposit we need to be able to get in touch with him He can report the change by tele-phone mail or in person at any Social Security office Keep in mind that failing to report a change to Social Security could result in incorrect payments that may have to be paid back or a
11 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
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penalty deducted from SSI benefits Just call 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) You can get more information in the booklet Understanding SSI at wwwsocialsecuritygovssi
DISABILITY
QIrsquove heard there is a way for my daughter to get her disability application on the ldquofast-trackrdquo How does this work
AIf your daughter has one of the more than 100 impair-ments on the Compassionate Allowances list at wwwsocialsecuritygovcompassionateallowances her appli-
cation might be ldquofast-trackedrdquo for a decision Compassionate Allowances make it possible for applicants to receive a decision on their disability applications within days instead of months or years as long as their medical conditions are so severe that they obviously meet Social Securityrsquos definition of disability Learn more at wwwsocialsecuritygovcompassionateallowances
QDo I automatically get Medicare benefits if Irsquom eligi-ble for disability benefits
AAfter you have received disability benefits for 24 months we will automatically enroll you in Medicare We start counting the 24 months from the month you were enti-
tled to receive disability not the month when you received your first benefit payment Sometimes you can get State Medicaid in
the meantime There are exceptions to this rule People with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrigrsquos disease) and chronic renal disease may be able to get Medicare earlier For more infor-mation visit wwwsocialsecuritygov or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
QI am expecting a child and will be out of work for six months Can I qualify for short-term disability
ANo Social Security pays only for total disability mdash condi-tions that render you unable to work and are expected to last for at least a year or end in death No benefits are
payable for partial disability or short-term disability including benefits while on maternity leave
MEDICARE
QIf I retire and start getting Social Security retirement benefits at age 62 will my Medicare coverage begin then too
ANo Medicare benefits based on retirement do not begin until a person is age 65 If you retire at age 62 you may be able to continue to have medical insurance coverage
through your employer or purchase it from an insurance com-pany until you reach age 65 and become eligible for Medicare For more information about who can get Medicare visit wwwmedicaregov
12
By day he is a service technician but by night and on weekends you will find Jim Boedicker somewhere enter-taining a crowd with his music ldquoIrsquom so thankful I did 106
dates last yearrdquo said the talented guitar player and vocalist Despite his youthful appearance 59-year-old Boedicker has
been entertaining folks for 45 years He is well known for his humorous songs trick guitar work and standards performing arrangements from varied styles like rock country bluegrass or Gospel The rural Ada resident has also been on staff with the Perry Corporation since 1982 repairing copiers and printers full-time
Growing up in the Harrod area Jim first sang a solo at Christ-mastime in elementary school Then while in high school he became part of a Gospel group Although he originally played trombone in the school band when he was about 13 he got his first acoustic guitar and took lessons Later he was introduced to the electric guitar
As a teenager Boedicker also began teaching guitar at the for-mer Dearth Guitar Studios in Lima During his school years the entertainer remembers ldquoI really wasnrsquot much of an athlete I would retreat to my room and play guitarrdquo he said
Following his 1971 graduation from Allen East schools he attended Lima Technical College for about a year and a half
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Inspired
By Christina Ryan Claypool
Jim BoedickerEntertainer extraordinaire
in his own right
As a seasoned entertainer Boedicker has shared the stage with lots of fellow musicians He sometimes performs with Limarsquos Ed Zickafoose who is also a well-known entertainer in west central Ohio
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majoring in electronics and also joined a band that played at proms and homecom-ing dances Later Jim became a member of the contemporary Christian group Fresh Surrender with fellow musician Kelly Connor Spallinger and her cousins For more than six years this group per-formed for countless venues
Eventually Jim Boedicker became a familiar face to WTLW TV 44 viewers through his music with Fresh Surrender and by appearing on telethons there Decades ago he also spent time volun-teering at WTGN radio on air from mid-night until 6 am
ldquoWTLW and WTGN gave me a lot of vis-ibilityrdquo said Boedicker As a songwriter he won second place in ldquoThe Christian Artists Music Festivalrdquo in Estes Colo in 1981
In 1980 Jim married his wife the for-mer Sally Czeto who is a graduate of Bath schools The couple met at the Allen County Fair when Jim was manning a booth for Dearth Guitar Studios where he worked part-time for about five years Although he is known locally he has also played the same venues as artists Alison Krauss and Ricky Skaggs
ldquoI never made a living playing musicrdquo said Jim but the seasoned entertainer has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80
Jim Boedicker (left) with Mike Wright a well known area banjoguitar player teamed up in the late eighters Boedicker plays everything from bluegrass to gos-pel musicLima News Archives
ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real
rewarding to merdquo mdash Jim Boedicker
See INSPIRED bull 14
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14 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80 dates a year you can find Boedicker performing at private events banquets fairs festi-vals etc Currently he is one of the music leaders at the Bath cam-pus of the Shawnee Community United Methodist Church too
Besides blessing others Jimrsquos music has provided extra income to assist with his sonrsquos medical expenses In explanation the Boedickerrsquos only child 27-year-old Andrew was born with spina bifida along with significant autism
ldquoWe had real financial needs because of my sonrsquos medical needsrdquo said Jim After his sonrsquos birth Boedicker took ldquomore of a business approachrdquo to playing music to supplement the family income The couple continues to care for Andrew at home and are also involved with Bittersweet Farms and the Autism Support Group
Due to his steadfast support at the time of Andrewrsquos birth his former Pastor Dave Thompson has had a great influence on Jimrsquos life He ldquohas been a big encouragement and friendrdquo said Boed-icker Musically he was ldquoreally influenced by Chet Atkins he does everything on the guitarrdquo he said
On Friday nights you will usually find Jim Boedicker entertaining the crowd at Italian restaurant Viva Maria which is located at Lost Creek Golf Course Boedicker is always prepared to take requests from those listening
ldquoI just do family stuff and I think there is a real need for fam-ily entertainmentrdquo Whatever his venue ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real rewarding to merdquo
For the man who has been delighting crowds with his music since he was just a teen Boedicker has learned a lot of lessons along the way The biggest is ldquoStaying in balance You could wear yourself out The older you get the harder it is to keep up with the schedulerdquo he said
As for folks requesting bookings Jim Boedicker hopes that his phone wonrsquot stop ringing anytime soon But with an entertainer as talented as he is you can bet thatrsquos not going to happen
Christina Ryan Claypool is a freelance journalist and inspirational speaker Contact her through her Website at wwwchristinaryanclaypoolcom
bull To contact Jim Boedicker go to his Website at wwwjimboedickercom email him
at jboewatchtvnet or phone him at 419-649-8495
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Your Money
What are your new yearrsquos resolutions this year Are your resolutions like most of us focused on spending less and saving more Unfortunately that can only take you so far
There is so much attention given to small financial worries that many seniors neglect larger issues that can have a significant impact on their lives and their families Now is the time for you and your loved ones to think about the big picture to take steps to protect your assets and to start 2012 off on the right foot1 Take advantage of state and federal programs to help pay for medical care prescription drugs at-home care or nursing home care
Seniors have access to a multitude of state and federal programs but many do not take advantage of them because they donrsquot know they exist or they donrsquot know how to enroll In the realm of health care alone ensuring coverage for prescription drugs and utilizing programs that pay for at-home care can significantly impact your monthly finances
Most Ohioans can utilize Medicare Part D to help pay for prescrip-tion drugs and your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) can point you toward you the best overall coverage There are a lot of options so itrsquos important to take the time to find the best one for you and your family It also may make sense to work with a professional with a thorough understanding of the possibilities and drawbacks of each program
Nursing home care can be even more burdensome mdash as Medicare pays for only the first 20 days before requiring co-payment To qual-ify for any coverage there also must be a prior three-day hospital stay With average Ohio nursing home costs at more than $6000 per month and all healthcare costs spiraling upward itrsquos critical to have a plan to use all of the resources at your disposal keep expenses from affecting your savings2 Make sure you have a comprehensive strategy to protect your assets from taxes and probate
While clipping coupons can make a dent in your weekly grocery bill ensuring that your savings are secure can make a much bigger long-term financial impact for you and your family Tax planning and estate planning are part of a comprehensive approach to protecting your finances and your future
Tax laws are changing dramatically in 2013 with many rates going up While standard tax advice would encourage deferring payments into the future the prospect of higher rates in 2013 means that in many cases you may want to pay now rather than later
Probate costs are another way your family can lose assets if you donrsquot plan ahead Itrsquos critical to understand the limitations of having
Thinking big in the new year
See YOUR MONEY bull 23
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
16
It was all in the familyRichard T Gregg the original owner of
Greggrsquos Department Store died at his home in Lima in 1942 and he was a man to be hon-ored both before and after his death Perhaps his philosophy about business had a lot to do with it for he said ldquoWe will treat each and every cus-tomer as though they were a guest in our homerdquo That thought was religiously carried on genera-tion after generation of the Gregg family
Gregg certainly knew his merchandise as well he should his family had been in the mercantile business since the Revolutionary period He had personally started his own store in Tiffin in 1885 when he was 25 years old It was known as a dry goods sewing and notions store and merchan-dise was top quality because he ordered almost everything from Marshall Field in Chicago And there was a definite friendship between Gregg and Field for when Gregg decided business was slow in Tiffin it was Field who suggested he relocate to Lima
He also knew what the word patience meant One of the things in his possession was a pair of saddlebags which his father used when he rode horseback from Ohio to the wholesale markets to buy things for his store and then had to wait for long periods for the goods to arrive
Gregg opened his store in Lima in 1900 in the Black Block a four story building on North Main Street There were shops on the first floor offices on the second and the Lima Public Library occu-pied the third He began with 5000 square feet of space and when the family eventually bought the building in 1935 he had 218000 square feet that included an annex across the street The idea of moving never crossed his mind for he had moved here when downtown was flourishing and he kept his confidence in its growth He not only ran a successful business but gave back to the com-munity of Lima with his backing everything new that happened here
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Suprisingly it wasnrsquot depressing
It actually brought some things into focus
Some see it as something to avoidhellip I saw it as a responsibilityrdquo
Why you decide isnrsquot importantJust decide
ldquoI SEE IT AS A RESPONSIBILITYrdquo
ldquoWhy you decide to preplan
your funeral isnrsquot important
Itrsquos that you do decide
Thatrsquos whatrsquos important
Time Capsule
R T GreggA man with great foresight
By Jeanne Porreca R T Gregg
Roy Gregg
Tom Gregg
Geoff Gregg
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
17
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Gregg had been married before coming to Lima to Emma Jane Beery and three children were born to them Roy Beery Robert T and Margaret Robert T died in 1931 after an auto accident and his wife died in 1945 Upon the senior Greggrsquos death in 1942 ownership passed to his son Roy Beery It was said of Roy that he was ldquoa perfect example of a round peg in a round holerdquo for thebusiness fitted him perfectly It was all he had known his entire life Like his father he had his own philosophy ldquoIf you give the people good values they will patronize you again and againrdquo Roy was the boss over 300 store employees who respected him and carried on all the fine qualities passed down to him He was fondly called ldquothe universal merchantrdquo and seldom did he miss a daily visit to the store right up to the day of his death Robert died in 1967
Robertrsquos death was the end of the line of the Gregg boys and so the management of the store fell to his grandson Thomas Allen Gregg Thomas had joined the firm in 1945 and had retired in 1979 but came back when the department store sales had begun to lag due to changes in downtown the sale of the store from the Gregg family and the new interest in shop-ping the malls Thomas was a true believer in Lima as then-mayor Harry Moyer reported to the Lima News upon Thomasrsquo death ldquoHis was the first downtown business to give $10000 for the purchase of the northeast quadrant of the Squarerdquo That property was later developed into where the Blue Cross (now The Munici-pal) building and the Town Square Apartments are today Thomas died in 1983 and his son took Geoff took over as manager until the store closed in 1985
There was only one place the Gregg family was as faithful to something else besides the store and that was Market Street Presbyterian Church where all generations belonged beginning with that first fam-ily member
Greggs Department Store in 1958
Pet of the WeekCheck out Sundayrsquos Lifestyle section for your favorite pet pictures
OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
18 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Seasonings
Under pressureThe latest kitchen lsquomust haversquo
may be the electric cooker
New electric models are bringing pressure cooking back to the home kitchen and recipes such as pumpkin risotto are easy in them
Photos courtesy of MCT
A quick look at my home kitchen and you might think I was an avowed minimalist One pot a few saucepans and a cher-ished cast-iron skillet A cupboard of bakeware and bowls
and counter space for just a few appliances All the gadgets that can fit in one small drawer A few chosen knives
Noble I wish A would-be cookware junkie Irsquom saved from binge-ing on tools and equipment only by the postage-stamp size of my cooking space To make it in my kitchen an item has to be essential Which is why I canrsquot stop thinking about getting an electric pressure cooker
In addition to cooking foods in a fraction of the normal time with just the push of a few buttons electric pressure cookers promise so much more Completely self-contained there are models that offer automatic timers and multiple functions so you can brown meats and saute vegetables before pressure cooking perhaps simmer in-between steps and keep a dish warm after itrsquos done Some models double as rice cookers steamers and even slow cookers to seal the deal
Irsquove never owned a pressure cooker With all the horror stories Irsquod heard growing up about exploding cookers and dinners ending up on the ceiling I never seriously considered buying one But more friends are getting them and I seem to be noticing them everywhere lately not just in stores but on TV too No Irsquom not talking ldquoFear Factorrdquo but popular cooking shows where chefs brandish pressure cookers to make quick work of slow-cooked dishes for competition shows such as ldquoTop Chefrdquo and ldquoIron Chefrdquo
So is it all hype And what about the electric models mdash are they too good to be true Curious the LA Times Test Kitchen tested five popular electric cookers along with a highly regarded stove-top model for comparison
The results Pleasantly surprisingAt first glance therersquos no confusing an electric pressure cooker for
a traditional stove-top model These babies are nothing like your motherrsquos pressure cooker While many stove-top models look like a sturdy saucepan with an extra handle attached to the lid the electric models are bigger and bulkier mdash picture a slow cooker on steroids mdash bedazzled with buttons and digital displays Theyrsquore big enough to demand prime counter-top real estate yoursquod be hard-pressed to fit one in a normal cabinet The stainless steel All-Clad in particular reminded me of a mini bank vault it was heavier than the other models we tested and its substantial lid transformed at the touch of a button to lock and unlock (Irsquom convinced food mdash anything mdash would be safe in it even in the event of a nuclear holocaust)
Whatrsquos good about the electric models is that they do so many things automatically plug in the cooker press a few buttons and go You donrsquot have to hover over the stove adjusting the burner to regulate pressure or watch the clock to time when a dish is done The electric models switch off automatically mdash often beeping when done mdash slowly releasing pressure and keeping the dishes warm until needed
The digital displays can be extremely helpful in giving up-to-the-minute details on how a dish is progressing Some displays are very simple others much more colorful even entertaining (the Deni had me momentarily mesmerized) But there can be too much informa-tion At first the Cuisinartrsquos display was a little confusing even after reading the manual we still had to look up a video on YouTube to figure it out
All the models we tested had ldquobrowningrdquo andor ldquosauteingrdquo func-tions a convenient feature allowing you to sear meats and brown vegetables in the same pot before cooking While most of the elec-tric models were round our Deni test model was oval mdash much like a heavy-duty stove-top casserole mdash and not as deep as the others but it had more surface area on the bottom of the insert perfect for browning larger batches of food
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BRANDIED APPLESAUCETotal time 40 minutes plus cooling and chilling timeServings Makes about 5 cups4 pounds Granny Smith apples or other cooking apples34 cup dark brown sugar12 cup apple cider13 cup brandy preferably applejack2 cinnamon sticksPinch nutmegPinch ground clovesPinch dried gingerZest and juice of 12 lemon1 Peel core and quarter the apples2 In a pressure cooker combine the apples brown sugar cider
brandy cinnamon nutmeg cloves ginger lemon zest and juice Lock the pressure cooker and cook at high pressure for 2 minutes
3 Allow the cooker to release pressure naturally (10 to 20 min-utes) then carefully remove the lid Remove the cinnamon sticks and coarsely chop the apples for a coarse sauce or puree them in a blender or food processor for a smoother texture Taste the apple-sauce and adjust the sweetness and flavorings if desired
4 Set the applesauce aside to cool then cover and refrigerate until chilled Taste the applesauce once more (the flavorings will mute a little as the sauce chills) and adjust if desired This makes about 5 cups applesauce The applesauce will keep up to 10 days covered and refrigerated
Each one-half cup sauce 160 calories 0 protein 38 grams carbo-hydrates 2 grams fiber 0 fat 0 cholesterol 33 grams sugar 5 mg sodium
Pressure cookers are becoming a hot item again in home kitchens and are a huge step up from the old ones that always carried stories of exploding dinners New electric mod-els incorpo-rate many fea-tures includ-ing automatic temperature control and timing
20 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Having already experienced Ireland on a Trafalgar Tours coach I didnrsquot hesitate when I decided to see what life was like
to Irelandrsquos neighbors to the east England and Wales So I invite you to join me for this the first of a five-par installment
Irsquoll give you my observations and experiences and tell you what I think you should know if you want to see this part of Europe As far as price my travel mate Jane and I received what we thought was a good rate With airfare included the tour was $1900 apiece and that included all lodging full daily breakfasts three full dinners and shuttle transfers to and from Heathrow Airport
While with travel days the trip was 10 days and included Scotland as well Irsquoll get to Scotland next year By doing so I can begin a series in June on my New Eng-land fall colors week-long adventure through much of New Eng-land a trip which also extended itself beyond American boarders into new Brunswick Canada
As we did for Ireland we pre-loaded a Visa travel card with $1000 to supplement our upfront $1900 and some pocket money we intended to exchange to pounds for daily incidentals The card we intended to use to eat our lunches and dinners not cov-ered in Trafalgarrsquos cost
Not only did the card ensure no large credit card bills came when I returned but the dollars-to-pounds conversion was done automatically The card we used mostly for meals not covered in the cost of the tour
After a flight that covered 3331 miles most of which covered
night-time hours we arrived at Heathrow at 815 am on a Sat-urday I am always challenged when it comes to sleeping on a plane so the time worked well for me The Delta flight also worked well for me because above the drop-down tray was my own personal movie screen with a wide array of current movie selections that were free The full meal for me a meatless pasta dish on a Lenten Friday was quite tasty
Heathrow the second busiest airport in the world with only Atlantarsquos Hartsfield-Jackson being busier is like a small city in itself Donrsquot be intimidated though There are all sorts of people to help you get to where you need to be for baggage claim and shuttle transfers and cabs and such
We exchanged some money at the airport always for Ameri-cans a humbling experience because the dollar is so weak com-pared to Irelandrsquos euro and Englandrsquos pound Expect to give that
Another leap across the big pondEngland and Wales in 5 days
Travel Part 1
By John Grindrod
Westminster AbbyPhotos by John Grindrod
21 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
friendly Brit about two of your dollars for every pound yoursquoll get in return
Our shuttle got us to where we would spend the first two nights in London The Hilton Olympia on Kensington High Street a few blocks down from Princess Dianarsquos last home Kensington Palace
After check-in it was off to explore on our own so we headed for The Tube Londonrsquos underground mass transit system As we walked to the Kensington Station Jane and I saw the same admonishments painted at the street crossings that we saw the year before in Dublin either ldquoLook leftrdquo or ldquoLook rightrdquo They are painted there as a warning to tourists not used to roads where folks are driving vehicles on the left side of the road
Two all-day passes for any Tube ride or double-decker bus ride ran 13 pounds 20 pence in other words a little over $26 As I stepped into the train I couldnrsquot help but notice another direc-tive painted on the cement in front of the train carrsquos threshold ldquoMind the gaprdquo to warn those boarding to step over the small gap between platform and train car
Our first stop was Westminster Abbey which dates to the 11th century and is the huge canrsquot-miss church just west of Westminster Palace one of 10 residential choices available to Queen Elizabeth II Entry was 16 pounds (about $32) for each of us While a bit pricey it was something to which I would grow accustomed since London has a reputation as one of the worldrsquos most expensive cit-ies
I must say The Abbey which many of you saw on TV during Will and Katersquos wedding last April is perhaps the most impressive place Irsquove ever seen Originally it was an abbey for Benedictine monks that is until Henry VIII assumed direct royal control in 1539 and it became a church
Over the years it has been the site of coronations and burials of English mon-archs and other important persons Over 500 royals are buried in The Abbey and in the section known as Poetsrsquo Corner there resides eternally some of Englandrsquos great-est authors mdash Chaucer Tennyson Browning Masefield James Kipling and Dickens among them
Architecturally the most impressive aspect of the church to me was the ceiling well over 100 feet above and comprised of flying buttresses While no flash photog-raphy is allowed I did manage one photo of the ceiling before my impropriety was pointed out by one of the many stewards of the historic building
After leaving we headed for nearby Big Ben with its clock tower completed in 1859 It has become one of Londonrsquos most endearing symbols One misconception Irsquoll clear up is the name Big Ben isnrsquot the name of the clock but of one of the bells the 13-ton beauty that tolls each hour
As for its name there are two theories Some believe the bell was named for Lon-donrsquos first commissioner of works Benjamin Hall a man of formidable girth Others believe the bell was named for a popular heavyweight boxer of the 19th century Ben Count
We also admired the House of Parliament and Parliament Square across the street from the Abbey Further proof of Londonrsquos expense came when I had to answer naturersquos call A turnstile prevented my entry into the public restroom in Parliament Square until I dropped a fifty pence coin (the equivalent of $1) into the slot
We also walked to nearby Westminster Bridge to see what kind of river traffic there was on The Thames that day before returning to our Kensington High Street hotel
We dined at a nice pub down the street called The Hand and Flower on English favorites such as ham and chutney and fish and chips and did a little imbibing My choice was a fine English Ale with a beautiful bronze color Marstons
Next month Irsquoll take you on a morning stroll down Kensington High to see Kens-ington Palace and then out into London on two coach tours one in the morn-ing and one in the afternoon to see Buckingham Palace St Paulrsquos Cathedral The Tower of London and the famous Tower Bridge
TOP A portion of the ornate ceiling inside Westminster AbbyBOTTOM Big Ben Londons most endearing landmark
22
Jan 1Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 2Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 3Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Auglaize PERI 9 1130 am Speedway Lanes 455 N Herman St New Bremen Doug Brookhart on ldquoThe History of Water Plantsrdquo
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Parents and Friends of LesbiansGays 6 pm OSU LimaRhodes State 4240 Campus Dr Lima In the Public Service Building
Mended Hearts 7 pm St Ritarsquos Auxiliary Conference Center 718 W Market St Lima
Jan 4Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Richard Riggs on ldquoThe Lima Symphony Orchestrardquo
UAW 1211 Retirees 12 pm UAW Hall 1440 Bellefontaine
Ave Lima Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 5Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Jan 6ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Steel Magnolia 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 7Health Screenings 12 pm
Rite Aid Pharmacy 3230 W Elm St Lima
Jan 8Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 9Look Good Feel Better 4 pm
St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Look Good Feel Better 5 pm St Marys Community Public Library 140 S Chestnut St St Marys
Ottawa Country Music Jam 6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Kalida Branch Library 301 N Third St Kalida
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 10Bluffton Forum 11 am
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Tom Hafer on ldquoFitness as a Spiritual Disciplinerdquo In Founders Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Lima Area Watercolor Society 7 pm Immanuel United Methodist Church 699 Sunnydale St Elida
Jan 11Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Scott Lindstrom on
ldquoSolar Energyrdquo Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area Civil War Study Club 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Trinity Chapter Order of The Eastern Star 730 pm Lima Masonic Center 2165 N Cole St Lima
Jan 12Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 13Bluffton Colloquium 4
pm Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr George Lehman on ldquoNeuroleadership Good Science or Passing Fadrdquo In Centennial Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 14
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23 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
a will as your only plan-ning strategy With only a will yoursquoll likely face the potential problems of probatemdashincluding high costs and inevi-table delays For many families planning with different types of trusts and gifting strategies can ensure that your spouse and children receive what they need without the hassles and fees of probate court These tactics are not only for the wealthy mdash it may be even more important to the average farm family for exam-ple who may be land rich but cash poor3 Stop worrying about your finances and start enjoying retirement
The most important reason to plan is so that you can stop worry-ing If you know your assets are secure mdash that your spouse will have enough to live on when yoursquore gone that yoursquoll be able to pass something along to your kids mdash then you can focus your energy on the most important part of retirement mak-ing these years great Start thinking bigger and planning now to make 2012 the time you started truly enjoy-ing your golden years Thatrsquos a resolution wersquod all like to achieve mdash and you canMitch Adel is managing partner at Cooper Adel and Associates With offices in Centerburg Monroe Sidney and Wilmington Cooper Adel amp Associates has clients statewide and offers regular seminars to educate seniors on critical financial issues
YOUR MONEY bull from 15 ndashndashndashndashndashndash
Plus II GatheringSupport Group 11 am Bradfield Community Center 550 S Collett St Lima For parents of twins On-site day care
Live Music Carl Rust in Concert 11 am The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Jan 15Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 16National Alliance on Mental
Illness 6 pm Challenged Higher Clubrsquos Drop-In Center 407 N Franklin St Van Wert
Auglaize Township Trustees 730 pm Auglaize Township Administration Building 7726 Bellefontaine Rd Harrod
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 17Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Caregiverrsquos Support Group 3 pm St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Jan 18Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Dr Matt Harbur on ldquoAgronomyrdquo
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Community Fellowship Meal 5 pm St John United Methodist Church 205 N High St Columbus Grove
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area UFO Associates 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Jan 19Allen County PERI 12 pm
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Peaceful Parenting 5 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Amputees in Motion 7 pm Bethel Baptist Church 630 Powers Ave Lima
Stomp 730 pm Veterans Memorial Civic Center 7 Town Sq Lima (419) 224-1552
Jan 20ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 21Lima Symphony Orchestra
presents Mozart by Candlelight 730 pm Trinity United Methodist Church 301 W Market St Lima
Jan 22Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 23Ottawa Country Music Jam
6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 24Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 James Nagle with ldquoStories from the Roadrdquo In Yoder Recital Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Family Movie Night 6 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Jenna Bush Hager 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 25Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 26Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 27Bluffton Colloquium 4 pm
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr Michael Edmiston on ldquoGadgets and the Curves They Throw Yourdquo In Stutzman Lecture Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 29Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 30Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 31Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
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ABOVE Deb demonstrates how to save seeds by pressing seeds between paper towels
LEFT Deb Croy stands outside her business The Watering Can
Hats that were part of a childrens garden class project that Deb Croy hosted
OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
8
Across1 Apprehension about what is
going to happen 9 Coin15 Drive off16 Heathens 17 Intact 18 Swallow19 ___ it on thick20 ldquoMalcolm Xrdquo director21 Atlanta-based station (acro-
nym)22 Blackguard23 Be a snitch25 Pre-Christian priests among
the Celts 27 Bank offering for short
(acronym)28 Like a brigadier general (2
wds)
30 Brio31 Henry Clay for one34 Meeting at a certain time
and place esp lov-ers
36 Very to Verdi37 Grassland38 Christmas wish39 Not now (2 wds)41 Went bad42 Egyptian fertility goddess43 Try to forget 45 Engage in passive activi-
ties often with ldquooutrdquo 46 Put things in order (2 wds) 47 Declines51 Egg cells52 Driverrsquos lic and others53 ldquoAcidrdquo (acronym)55 ldquoFantasy Islandrdquo prop
Just for fun
Crossword Answer
56 Second shot58 By no means (3 wd) 60 One who runs away to get
married 61 Club restriction (2 wds) 62 Beat63 Mountain range between
France and Spain
Down
1 ___ Ste Marie2 Arm bones3 Woman prophet 4 The ldquoprdquo in mpg5 Carbon compound6 More rude 7 Directs8 Dusk to Donne9 Dry by centrifugal forces10 Imitates a hot dog11 ___ roll12 Small tropical wormlike
amphibian 13 Financial protection for
property 14 Alienated 21 Beauty pageant wear24 Numbers games26 Altogether29 ldquoHighrdquo time30 Forever poetically
31 Plant and animal eaters32 New Deal president33 Crocodile relative 35 Cowboy boot attachment37 Advances40 Those who show the way 41 Bartender 44 Laudatory speech for one
who has died 46 Kiddies 48 Hold responsible49 Contradict50 Sedimentary materials 54 ldquoOverrdquo follower in the first
line of ldquoThe Caissons Go Rolling Alongrdquo
57 ldquoTarzanrdquo extra58 40 winks59 Bolivian export
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January2012
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tablerdquo she laughs ldquoMy backyard has also been the set-ting for prom pictures Girl Scout and club meetingsrdquo
The first week of March Deb sets seeds inside using a special garden mix
ldquoWe sell the best stems bar none in tomato varieties (4 inch pots) Customers begin ordering in December for their next yearrsquos garden Later in the spring she sells tomato plants root crops (potatoes and sweet potatoes) asparagus bulk seeds green peppers broc-coli and more recently berry bushes strawberries and grapes
Each year Deb plants 2500 tomatoes in 36 varieties and six different colors
ldquoAll heirloomrdquo says Deb ldquoI grow the ugliest and best tasting tomatoesrdquo
Deb recommends storing tomatoes in a cool dry place ldquoDonrsquot store onions and potatoes togetherrdquo she adds
ldquoThe only things my husband and I have in com-mon are Folgerrsquos coffee our son and Cottonelle toilet paperrdquo laughs Deb who also enjoys going herbrsquon and junkrsquon with her husband Jim
ldquoI am a list personrdquo says Deb who gets up at 530 am during gardening season ldquoI am not what yoursquod call a Suzie Homemaker but Irsquom am known to grab a hammer and nails and work on a drywall project in the houserdquo
ldquoMy goal in life is to be chubbyrdquo quips Deb who believes ldquowe go through life to learn life lessonsrdquo Have a gardening question Contact her at debcroyyahoocom
Bittersweet hangs over the interior window a rare find
10
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Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
AAt Our Age QampA
GENERAL
QI prefer reading by audio book Does Social Security have audio publications
AYes we do You can find them at wwwsocialsecuritygovpubs Some of the publications available include What You Can Do Online How Social Security Can Help You
When A Family Member Dies Apply Online For Social Security Benefits and Your Social Security Card And Number You can listen now at wwwsocialsecuritygovpubs
QI am receiving Social Security retirement benefits and I recently went back to work Do I have to pay Social Security (FICA) taxes on my income
AYes By law your employer must withhold FICA taxes from your paycheck Although you are retired you do receive credit for those new earnings Each year Social
Security automatically credits the new earnings and if your new earnings are higher than in any earlier year used to calcu-late your current benefit your monthly benefit could increase For more information visit wwwsocialsecuritygov or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
RETIREMENT
QHow are my retirement benefits calculated
AYour Social Security benefits are based on earn-ings averaged over your lifetime Your actual earn-ings are first adjusted or ldquoindexedrdquo to account
for changes in average wages since the year the earnings were received Then we calculate your average monthly indexed earn-ings during the 35 years in which you earned the most We apply a formula to these earnings and arrive at your basic ben-
efit This is the amount you would receive at your full retire-ment age You may be able to estimate your benefit by using our Retirement Estimator which offers estimates based on your Social Security earnings You can find the Retirement Estimator at wwwsocialsecuritygovestimator
QI know that Social Securityrsquos full retirement age is gradually rising to 67 But does this mean the ldquoearlyrdquo retirement age will also be going up by two years
from age 62 to 64
ANo While it is true that under current law the full retire-ment age is gradually rising from 65 to 67 the ldquoearlyrdquo retirement age remains at 62 Keep in mind however
that taking early retirement reduces your benefit amount For more information about Social Security benefits visit the web-site at wwwsocialsecuritygovrampm1htm
SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME
QNext month Irsquoll turn 65 and because of my financial situation I thought Irsquod be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) But my neighbor told me Irsquod
probably be turned down because I have a friend who said he might help support me Is this true
AIf your friend helps support you it could have an effect on whether you get SSI and on the amount you receive Whether you can get SSI depends on your income and
resources (the things you own) If you have low income and few resources you may be able to get SSI However if you are receiving support from your friend or from anyone else that income will be considered when making a decision on your SSI eligibility and amount Support includes any food or shelter that is given to you or is received by you because someone else pays for it For more information visit wwwsocialsecuritygov and select ldquoSSIrdquo
QMy dad who is receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will be coming to live with me Does he have to report the move to Social Security
AYes An SSI beneficiary must report any change in liv-ing arrangements within 10 days after the month the change occurs If the change is not reported your dad
could receive an incorrect payment or he may not receive all the money that is due Also your dad needs to report his new address to Social Security so that he can receive mail from us Even if benefits are paid by direct deposit we need to be able to get in touch with him He can report the change by tele-phone mail or in person at any Social Security office Keep in mind that failing to report a change to Social Security could result in incorrect payments that may have to be paid back or a
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penalty deducted from SSI benefits Just call 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) You can get more information in the booklet Understanding SSI at wwwsocialsecuritygovssi
DISABILITY
QIrsquove heard there is a way for my daughter to get her disability application on the ldquofast-trackrdquo How does this work
AIf your daughter has one of the more than 100 impair-ments on the Compassionate Allowances list at wwwsocialsecuritygovcompassionateallowances her appli-
cation might be ldquofast-trackedrdquo for a decision Compassionate Allowances make it possible for applicants to receive a decision on their disability applications within days instead of months or years as long as their medical conditions are so severe that they obviously meet Social Securityrsquos definition of disability Learn more at wwwsocialsecuritygovcompassionateallowances
QDo I automatically get Medicare benefits if Irsquom eligi-ble for disability benefits
AAfter you have received disability benefits for 24 months we will automatically enroll you in Medicare We start counting the 24 months from the month you were enti-
tled to receive disability not the month when you received your first benefit payment Sometimes you can get State Medicaid in
the meantime There are exceptions to this rule People with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrigrsquos disease) and chronic renal disease may be able to get Medicare earlier For more infor-mation visit wwwsocialsecuritygov or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
QI am expecting a child and will be out of work for six months Can I qualify for short-term disability
ANo Social Security pays only for total disability mdash condi-tions that render you unable to work and are expected to last for at least a year or end in death No benefits are
payable for partial disability or short-term disability including benefits while on maternity leave
MEDICARE
QIf I retire and start getting Social Security retirement benefits at age 62 will my Medicare coverage begin then too
ANo Medicare benefits based on retirement do not begin until a person is age 65 If you retire at age 62 you may be able to continue to have medical insurance coverage
through your employer or purchase it from an insurance com-pany until you reach age 65 and become eligible for Medicare For more information about who can get Medicare visit wwwmedicaregov
12
By day he is a service technician but by night and on weekends you will find Jim Boedicker somewhere enter-taining a crowd with his music ldquoIrsquom so thankful I did 106
dates last yearrdquo said the talented guitar player and vocalist Despite his youthful appearance 59-year-old Boedicker has
been entertaining folks for 45 years He is well known for his humorous songs trick guitar work and standards performing arrangements from varied styles like rock country bluegrass or Gospel The rural Ada resident has also been on staff with the Perry Corporation since 1982 repairing copiers and printers full-time
Growing up in the Harrod area Jim first sang a solo at Christ-mastime in elementary school Then while in high school he became part of a Gospel group Although he originally played trombone in the school band when he was about 13 he got his first acoustic guitar and took lessons Later he was introduced to the electric guitar
As a teenager Boedicker also began teaching guitar at the for-mer Dearth Guitar Studios in Lima During his school years the entertainer remembers ldquoI really wasnrsquot much of an athlete I would retreat to my room and play guitarrdquo he said
Following his 1971 graduation from Allen East schools he attended Lima Technical College for about a year and a half
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Inspired
By Christina Ryan Claypool
Jim BoedickerEntertainer extraordinaire
in his own right
As a seasoned entertainer Boedicker has shared the stage with lots of fellow musicians He sometimes performs with Limarsquos Ed Zickafoose who is also a well-known entertainer in west central Ohio
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majoring in electronics and also joined a band that played at proms and homecom-ing dances Later Jim became a member of the contemporary Christian group Fresh Surrender with fellow musician Kelly Connor Spallinger and her cousins For more than six years this group per-formed for countless venues
Eventually Jim Boedicker became a familiar face to WTLW TV 44 viewers through his music with Fresh Surrender and by appearing on telethons there Decades ago he also spent time volun-teering at WTGN radio on air from mid-night until 6 am
ldquoWTLW and WTGN gave me a lot of vis-ibilityrdquo said Boedicker As a songwriter he won second place in ldquoThe Christian Artists Music Festivalrdquo in Estes Colo in 1981
In 1980 Jim married his wife the for-mer Sally Czeto who is a graduate of Bath schools The couple met at the Allen County Fair when Jim was manning a booth for Dearth Guitar Studios where he worked part-time for about five years Although he is known locally he has also played the same venues as artists Alison Krauss and Ricky Skaggs
ldquoI never made a living playing musicrdquo said Jim but the seasoned entertainer has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80
Jim Boedicker (left) with Mike Wright a well known area banjoguitar player teamed up in the late eighters Boedicker plays everything from bluegrass to gos-pel musicLima News Archives
ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real
rewarding to merdquo mdash Jim Boedicker
See INSPIRED bull 14
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has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80 dates a year you can find Boedicker performing at private events banquets fairs festi-vals etc Currently he is one of the music leaders at the Bath cam-pus of the Shawnee Community United Methodist Church too
Besides blessing others Jimrsquos music has provided extra income to assist with his sonrsquos medical expenses In explanation the Boedickerrsquos only child 27-year-old Andrew was born with spina bifida along with significant autism
ldquoWe had real financial needs because of my sonrsquos medical needsrdquo said Jim After his sonrsquos birth Boedicker took ldquomore of a business approachrdquo to playing music to supplement the family income The couple continues to care for Andrew at home and are also involved with Bittersweet Farms and the Autism Support Group
Due to his steadfast support at the time of Andrewrsquos birth his former Pastor Dave Thompson has had a great influence on Jimrsquos life He ldquohas been a big encouragement and friendrdquo said Boed-icker Musically he was ldquoreally influenced by Chet Atkins he does everything on the guitarrdquo he said
On Friday nights you will usually find Jim Boedicker entertaining the crowd at Italian restaurant Viva Maria which is located at Lost Creek Golf Course Boedicker is always prepared to take requests from those listening
ldquoI just do family stuff and I think there is a real need for fam-ily entertainmentrdquo Whatever his venue ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real rewarding to merdquo
For the man who has been delighting crowds with his music since he was just a teen Boedicker has learned a lot of lessons along the way The biggest is ldquoStaying in balance You could wear yourself out The older you get the harder it is to keep up with the schedulerdquo he said
As for folks requesting bookings Jim Boedicker hopes that his phone wonrsquot stop ringing anytime soon But with an entertainer as talented as he is you can bet thatrsquos not going to happen
Christina Ryan Claypool is a freelance journalist and inspirational speaker Contact her through her Website at wwwchristinaryanclaypoolcom
bull To contact Jim Boedicker go to his Website at wwwjimboedickercom email him
at jboewatchtvnet or phone him at 419-649-8495
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on Fridays Contact Merri Hanjora
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Your Money
What are your new yearrsquos resolutions this year Are your resolutions like most of us focused on spending less and saving more Unfortunately that can only take you so far
There is so much attention given to small financial worries that many seniors neglect larger issues that can have a significant impact on their lives and their families Now is the time for you and your loved ones to think about the big picture to take steps to protect your assets and to start 2012 off on the right foot1 Take advantage of state and federal programs to help pay for medical care prescription drugs at-home care or nursing home care
Seniors have access to a multitude of state and federal programs but many do not take advantage of them because they donrsquot know they exist or they donrsquot know how to enroll In the realm of health care alone ensuring coverage for prescription drugs and utilizing programs that pay for at-home care can significantly impact your monthly finances
Most Ohioans can utilize Medicare Part D to help pay for prescrip-tion drugs and your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) can point you toward you the best overall coverage There are a lot of options so itrsquos important to take the time to find the best one for you and your family It also may make sense to work with a professional with a thorough understanding of the possibilities and drawbacks of each program
Nursing home care can be even more burdensome mdash as Medicare pays for only the first 20 days before requiring co-payment To qual-ify for any coverage there also must be a prior three-day hospital stay With average Ohio nursing home costs at more than $6000 per month and all healthcare costs spiraling upward itrsquos critical to have a plan to use all of the resources at your disposal keep expenses from affecting your savings2 Make sure you have a comprehensive strategy to protect your assets from taxes and probate
While clipping coupons can make a dent in your weekly grocery bill ensuring that your savings are secure can make a much bigger long-term financial impact for you and your family Tax planning and estate planning are part of a comprehensive approach to protecting your finances and your future
Tax laws are changing dramatically in 2013 with many rates going up While standard tax advice would encourage deferring payments into the future the prospect of higher rates in 2013 means that in many cases you may want to pay now rather than later
Probate costs are another way your family can lose assets if you donrsquot plan ahead Itrsquos critical to understand the limitations of having
Thinking big in the new year
See YOUR MONEY bull 23
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
16
It was all in the familyRichard T Gregg the original owner of
Greggrsquos Department Store died at his home in Lima in 1942 and he was a man to be hon-ored both before and after his death Perhaps his philosophy about business had a lot to do with it for he said ldquoWe will treat each and every cus-tomer as though they were a guest in our homerdquo That thought was religiously carried on genera-tion after generation of the Gregg family
Gregg certainly knew his merchandise as well he should his family had been in the mercantile business since the Revolutionary period He had personally started his own store in Tiffin in 1885 when he was 25 years old It was known as a dry goods sewing and notions store and merchan-dise was top quality because he ordered almost everything from Marshall Field in Chicago And there was a definite friendship between Gregg and Field for when Gregg decided business was slow in Tiffin it was Field who suggested he relocate to Lima
He also knew what the word patience meant One of the things in his possession was a pair of saddlebags which his father used when he rode horseback from Ohio to the wholesale markets to buy things for his store and then had to wait for long periods for the goods to arrive
Gregg opened his store in Lima in 1900 in the Black Block a four story building on North Main Street There were shops on the first floor offices on the second and the Lima Public Library occu-pied the third He began with 5000 square feet of space and when the family eventually bought the building in 1935 he had 218000 square feet that included an annex across the street The idea of moving never crossed his mind for he had moved here when downtown was flourishing and he kept his confidence in its growth He not only ran a successful business but gave back to the com-munity of Lima with his backing everything new that happened here
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Suprisingly it wasnrsquot depressing
It actually brought some things into focus
Some see it as something to avoidhellip I saw it as a responsibilityrdquo
Why you decide isnrsquot importantJust decide
ldquoI SEE IT AS A RESPONSIBILITYrdquo
ldquoWhy you decide to preplan
your funeral isnrsquot important
Itrsquos that you do decide
Thatrsquos whatrsquos important
Time Capsule
R T GreggA man with great foresight
By Jeanne Porreca R T Gregg
Roy Gregg
Tom Gregg
Geoff Gregg
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
17
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Gregg had been married before coming to Lima to Emma Jane Beery and three children were born to them Roy Beery Robert T and Margaret Robert T died in 1931 after an auto accident and his wife died in 1945 Upon the senior Greggrsquos death in 1942 ownership passed to his son Roy Beery It was said of Roy that he was ldquoa perfect example of a round peg in a round holerdquo for thebusiness fitted him perfectly It was all he had known his entire life Like his father he had his own philosophy ldquoIf you give the people good values they will patronize you again and againrdquo Roy was the boss over 300 store employees who respected him and carried on all the fine qualities passed down to him He was fondly called ldquothe universal merchantrdquo and seldom did he miss a daily visit to the store right up to the day of his death Robert died in 1967
Robertrsquos death was the end of the line of the Gregg boys and so the management of the store fell to his grandson Thomas Allen Gregg Thomas had joined the firm in 1945 and had retired in 1979 but came back when the department store sales had begun to lag due to changes in downtown the sale of the store from the Gregg family and the new interest in shop-ping the malls Thomas was a true believer in Lima as then-mayor Harry Moyer reported to the Lima News upon Thomasrsquo death ldquoHis was the first downtown business to give $10000 for the purchase of the northeast quadrant of the Squarerdquo That property was later developed into where the Blue Cross (now The Munici-pal) building and the Town Square Apartments are today Thomas died in 1983 and his son took Geoff took over as manager until the store closed in 1985
There was only one place the Gregg family was as faithful to something else besides the store and that was Market Street Presbyterian Church where all generations belonged beginning with that first fam-ily member
Greggs Department Store in 1958
Pet of the WeekCheck out Sundayrsquos Lifestyle section for your favorite pet pictures
OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
18 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Seasonings
Under pressureThe latest kitchen lsquomust haversquo
may be the electric cooker
New electric models are bringing pressure cooking back to the home kitchen and recipes such as pumpkin risotto are easy in them
Photos courtesy of MCT
A quick look at my home kitchen and you might think I was an avowed minimalist One pot a few saucepans and a cher-ished cast-iron skillet A cupboard of bakeware and bowls
and counter space for just a few appliances All the gadgets that can fit in one small drawer A few chosen knives
Noble I wish A would-be cookware junkie Irsquom saved from binge-ing on tools and equipment only by the postage-stamp size of my cooking space To make it in my kitchen an item has to be essential Which is why I canrsquot stop thinking about getting an electric pressure cooker
In addition to cooking foods in a fraction of the normal time with just the push of a few buttons electric pressure cookers promise so much more Completely self-contained there are models that offer automatic timers and multiple functions so you can brown meats and saute vegetables before pressure cooking perhaps simmer in-between steps and keep a dish warm after itrsquos done Some models double as rice cookers steamers and even slow cookers to seal the deal
Irsquove never owned a pressure cooker With all the horror stories Irsquod heard growing up about exploding cookers and dinners ending up on the ceiling I never seriously considered buying one But more friends are getting them and I seem to be noticing them everywhere lately not just in stores but on TV too No Irsquom not talking ldquoFear Factorrdquo but popular cooking shows where chefs brandish pressure cookers to make quick work of slow-cooked dishes for competition shows such as ldquoTop Chefrdquo and ldquoIron Chefrdquo
So is it all hype And what about the electric models mdash are they too good to be true Curious the LA Times Test Kitchen tested five popular electric cookers along with a highly regarded stove-top model for comparison
The results Pleasantly surprisingAt first glance therersquos no confusing an electric pressure cooker for
a traditional stove-top model These babies are nothing like your motherrsquos pressure cooker While many stove-top models look like a sturdy saucepan with an extra handle attached to the lid the electric models are bigger and bulkier mdash picture a slow cooker on steroids mdash bedazzled with buttons and digital displays Theyrsquore big enough to demand prime counter-top real estate yoursquod be hard-pressed to fit one in a normal cabinet The stainless steel All-Clad in particular reminded me of a mini bank vault it was heavier than the other models we tested and its substantial lid transformed at the touch of a button to lock and unlock (Irsquom convinced food mdash anything mdash would be safe in it even in the event of a nuclear holocaust)
Whatrsquos good about the electric models is that they do so many things automatically plug in the cooker press a few buttons and go You donrsquot have to hover over the stove adjusting the burner to regulate pressure or watch the clock to time when a dish is done The electric models switch off automatically mdash often beeping when done mdash slowly releasing pressure and keeping the dishes warm until needed
The digital displays can be extremely helpful in giving up-to-the-minute details on how a dish is progressing Some displays are very simple others much more colorful even entertaining (the Deni had me momentarily mesmerized) But there can be too much informa-tion At first the Cuisinartrsquos display was a little confusing even after reading the manual we still had to look up a video on YouTube to figure it out
All the models we tested had ldquobrowningrdquo andor ldquosauteingrdquo func-tions a convenient feature allowing you to sear meats and brown vegetables in the same pot before cooking While most of the elec-tric models were round our Deni test model was oval mdash much like a heavy-duty stove-top casserole mdash and not as deep as the others but it had more surface area on the bottom of the insert perfect for browning larger batches of food
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BRANDIED APPLESAUCETotal time 40 minutes plus cooling and chilling timeServings Makes about 5 cups4 pounds Granny Smith apples or other cooking apples34 cup dark brown sugar12 cup apple cider13 cup brandy preferably applejack2 cinnamon sticksPinch nutmegPinch ground clovesPinch dried gingerZest and juice of 12 lemon1 Peel core and quarter the apples2 In a pressure cooker combine the apples brown sugar cider
brandy cinnamon nutmeg cloves ginger lemon zest and juice Lock the pressure cooker and cook at high pressure for 2 minutes
3 Allow the cooker to release pressure naturally (10 to 20 min-utes) then carefully remove the lid Remove the cinnamon sticks and coarsely chop the apples for a coarse sauce or puree them in a blender or food processor for a smoother texture Taste the apple-sauce and adjust the sweetness and flavorings if desired
4 Set the applesauce aside to cool then cover and refrigerate until chilled Taste the applesauce once more (the flavorings will mute a little as the sauce chills) and adjust if desired This makes about 5 cups applesauce The applesauce will keep up to 10 days covered and refrigerated
Each one-half cup sauce 160 calories 0 protein 38 grams carbo-hydrates 2 grams fiber 0 fat 0 cholesterol 33 grams sugar 5 mg sodium
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20 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Having already experienced Ireland on a Trafalgar Tours coach I didnrsquot hesitate when I decided to see what life was like
to Irelandrsquos neighbors to the east England and Wales So I invite you to join me for this the first of a five-par installment
Irsquoll give you my observations and experiences and tell you what I think you should know if you want to see this part of Europe As far as price my travel mate Jane and I received what we thought was a good rate With airfare included the tour was $1900 apiece and that included all lodging full daily breakfasts three full dinners and shuttle transfers to and from Heathrow Airport
While with travel days the trip was 10 days and included Scotland as well Irsquoll get to Scotland next year By doing so I can begin a series in June on my New Eng-land fall colors week-long adventure through much of New Eng-land a trip which also extended itself beyond American boarders into new Brunswick Canada
As we did for Ireland we pre-loaded a Visa travel card with $1000 to supplement our upfront $1900 and some pocket money we intended to exchange to pounds for daily incidentals The card we intended to use to eat our lunches and dinners not cov-ered in Trafalgarrsquos cost
Not only did the card ensure no large credit card bills came when I returned but the dollars-to-pounds conversion was done automatically The card we used mostly for meals not covered in the cost of the tour
After a flight that covered 3331 miles most of which covered
night-time hours we arrived at Heathrow at 815 am on a Sat-urday I am always challenged when it comes to sleeping on a plane so the time worked well for me The Delta flight also worked well for me because above the drop-down tray was my own personal movie screen with a wide array of current movie selections that were free The full meal for me a meatless pasta dish on a Lenten Friday was quite tasty
Heathrow the second busiest airport in the world with only Atlantarsquos Hartsfield-Jackson being busier is like a small city in itself Donrsquot be intimidated though There are all sorts of people to help you get to where you need to be for baggage claim and shuttle transfers and cabs and such
We exchanged some money at the airport always for Ameri-cans a humbling experience because the dollar is so weak com-pared to Irelandrsquos euro and Englandrsquos pound Expect to give that
Another leap across the big pondEngland and Wales in 5 days
Travel Part 1
By John Grindrod
Westminster AbbyPhotos by John Grindrod
21 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
friendly Brit about two of your dollars for every pound yoursquoll get in return
Our shuttle got us to where we would spend the first two nights in London The Hilton Olympia on Kensington High Street a few blocks down from Princess Dianarsquos last home Kensington Palace
After check-in it was off to explore on our own so we headed for The Tube Londonrsquos underground mass transit system As we walked to the Kensington Station Jane and I saw the same admonishments painted at the street crossings that we saw the year before in Dublin either ldquoLook leftrdquo or ldquoLook rightrdquo They are painted there as a warning to tourists not used to roads where folks are driving vehicles on the left side of the road
Two all-day passes for any Tube ride or double-decker bus ride ran 13 pounds 20 pence in other words a little over $26 As I stepped into the train I couldnrsquot help but notice another direc-tive painted on the cement in front of the train carrsquos threshold ldquoMind the gaprdquo to warn those boarding to step over the small gap between platform and train car
Our first stop was Westminster Abbey which dates to the 11th century and is the huge canrsquot-miss church just west of Westminster Palace one of 10 residential choices available to Queen Elizabeth II Entry was 16 pounds (about $32) for each of us While a bit pricey it was something to which I would grow accustomed since London has a reputation as one of the worldrsquos most expensive cit-ies
I must say The Abbey which many of you saw on TV during Will and Katersquos wedding last April is perhaps the most impressive place Irsquove ever seen Originally it was an abbey for Benedictine monks that is until Henry VIII assumed direct royal control in 1539 and it became a church
Over the years it has been the site of coronations and burials of English mon-archs and other important persons Over 500 royals are buried in The Abbey and in the section known as Poetsrsquo Corner there resides eternally some of Englandrsquos great-est authors mdash Chaucer Tennyson Browning Masefield James Kipling and Dickens among them
Architecturally the most impressive aspect of the church to me was the ceiling well over 100 feet above and comprised of flying buttresses While no flash photog-raphy is allowed I did manage one photo of the ceiling before my impropriety was pointed out by one of the many stewards of the historic building
After leaving we headed for nearby Big Ben with its clock tower completed in 1859 It has become one of Londonrsquos most endearing symbols One misconception Irsquoll clear up is the name Big Ben isnrsquot the name of the clock but of one of the bells the 13-ton beauty that tolls each hour
As for its name there are two theories Some believe the bell was named for Lon-donrsquos first commissioner of works Benjamin Hall a man of formidable girth Others believe the bell was named for a popular heavyweight boxer of the 19th century Ben Count
We also admired the House of Parliament and Parliament Square across the street from the Abbey Further proof of Londonrsquos expense came when I had to answer naturersquos call A turnstile prevented my entry into the public restroom in Parliament Square until I dropped a fifty pence coin (the equivalent of $1) into the slot
We also walked to nearby Westminster Bridge to see what kind of river traffic there was on The Thames that day before returning to our Kensington High Street hotel
We dined at a nice pub down the street called The Hand and Flower on English favorites such as ham and chutney and fish and chips and did a little imbibing My choice was a fine English Ale with a beautiful bronze color Marstons
Next month Irsquoll take you on a morning stroll down Kensington High to see Kens-ington Palace and then out into London on two coach tours one in the morn-ing and one in the afternoon to see Buckingham Palace St Paulrsquos Cathedral The Tower of London and the famous Tower Bridge
TOP A portion of the ornate ceiling inside Westminster AbbyBOTTOM Big Ben Londons most endearing landmark
22
Jan 1Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 2Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 3Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Auglaize PERI 9 1130 am Speedway Lanes 455 N Herman St New Bremen Doug Brookhart on ldquoThe History of Water Plantsrdquo
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Parents and Friends of LesbiansGays 6 pm OSU LimaRhodes State 4240 Campus Dr Lima In the Public Service Building
Mended Hearts 7 pm St Ritarsquos Auxiliary Conference Center 718 W Market St Lima
Jan 4Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Richard Riggs on ldquoThe Lima Symphony Orchestrardquo
UAW 1211 Retirees 12 pm UAW Hall 1440 Bellefontaine
Ave Lima Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 5Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Jan 6ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Steel Magnolia 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 7Health Screenings 12 pm
Rite Aid Pharmacy 3230 W Elm St Lima
Jan 8Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 9Look Good Feel Better 4 pm
St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Look Good Feel Better 5 pm St Marys Community Public Library 140 S Chestnut St St Marys
Ottawa Country Music Jam 6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Kalida Branch Library 301 N Third St Kalida
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 10Bluffton Forum 11 am
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Tom Hafer on ldquoFitness as a Spiritual Disciplinerdquo In Founders Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Lima Area Watercolor Society 7 pm Immanuel United Methodist Church 699 Sunnydale St Elida
Jan 11Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Scott Lindstrom on
ldquoSolar Energyrdquo Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area Civil War Study Club 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Trinity Chapter Order of The Eastern Star 730 pm Lima Masonic Center 2165 N Cole St Lima
Jan 12Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 13Bluffton Colloquium 4
pm Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr George Lehman on ldquoNeuroleadership Good Science or Passing Fadrdquo In Centennial Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 14
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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Events calendar
23 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
a will as your only plan-ning strategy With only a will yoursquoll likely face the potential problems of probatemdashincluding high costs and inevi-table delays For many families planning with different types of trusts and gifting strategies can ensure that your spouse and children receive what they need without the hassles and fees of probate court These tactics are not only for the wealthy mdash it may be even more important to the average farm family for exam-ple who may be land rich but cash poor3 Stop worrying about your finances and start enjoying retirement
The most important reason to plan is so that you can stop worry-ing If you know your assets are secure mdash that your spouse will have enough to live on when yoursquore gone that yoursquoll be able to pass something along to your kids mdash then you can focus your energy on the most important part of retirement mak-ing these years great Start thinking bigger and planning now to make 2012 the time you started truly enjoy-ing your golden years Thatrsquos a resolution wersquod all like to achieve mdash and you canMitch Adel is managing partner at Cooper Adel and Associates With offices in Centerburg Monroe Sidney and Wilmington Cooper Adel amp Associates has clients statewide and offers regular seminars to educate seniors on critical financial issues
YOUR MONEY bull from 15 ndashndashndashndashndashndash
Plus II GatheringSupport Group 11 am Bradfield Community Center 550 S Collett St Lima For parents of twins On-site day care
Live Music Carl Rust in Concert 11 am The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Jan 15Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 16National Alliance on Mental
Illness 6 pm Challenged Higher Clubrsquos Drop-In Center 407 N Franklin St Van Wert
Auglaize Township Trustees 730 pm Auglaize Township Administration Building 7726 Bellefontaine Rd Harrod
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 17Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Caregiverrsquos Support Group 3 pm St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Jan 18Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Dr Matt Harbur on ldquoAgronomyrdquo
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Community Fellowship Meal 5 pm St John United Methodist Church 205 N High St Columbus Grove
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area UFO Associates 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Jan 19Allen County PERI 12 pm
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Peaceful Parenting 5 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Amputees in Motion 7 pm Bethel Baptist Church 630 Powers Ave Lima
Stomp 730 pm Veterans Memorial Civic Center 7 Town Sq Lima (419) 224-1552
Jan 20ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 21Lima Symphony Orchestra
presents Mozart by Candlelight 730 pm Trinity United Methodist Church 301 W Market St Lima
Jan 22Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 23Ottawa Country Music Jam
6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 24Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 James Nagle with ldquoStories from the Roadrdquo In Yoder Recital Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Family Movie Night 6 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Jenna Bush Hager 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 25Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 26Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 27Bluffton Colloquium 4 pm
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr Michael Edmiston on ldquoGadgets and the Curves They Throw Yourdquo In Stutzman Lecture Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 29Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 30Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 31Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
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Across1 Apprehension about what is
going to happen 9 Coin15 Drive off16 Heathens 17 Intact 18 Swallow19 ___ it on thick20 ldquoMalcolm Xrdquo director21 Atlanta-based station (acro-
nym)22 Blackguard23 Be a snitch25 Pre-Christian priests among
the Celts 27 Bank offering for short
(acronym)28 Like a brigadier general (2
wds)
30 Brio31 Henry Clay for one34 Meeting at a certain time
and place esp lov-ers
36 Very to Verdi37 Grassland38 Christmas wish39 Not now (2 wds)41 Went bad42 Egyptian fertility goddess43 Try to forget 45 Engage in passive activi-
ties often with ldquooutrdquo 46 Put things in order (2 wds) 47 Declines51 Egg cells52 Driverrsquos lic and others53 ldquoAcidrdquo (acronym)55 ldquoFantasy Islandrdquo prop
Just for fun
Crossword Answer
56 Second shot58 By no means (3 wd) 60 One who runs away to get
married 61 Club restriction (2 wds) 62 Beat63 Mountain range between
France and Spain
Down
1 ___ Ste Marie2 Arm bones3 Woman prophet 4 The ldquoprdquo in mpg5 Carbon compound6 More rude 7 Directs8 Dusk to Donne9 Dry by centrifugal forces10 Imitates a hot dog11 ___ roll12 Small tropical wormlike
amphibian 13 Financial protection for
property 14 Alienated 21 Beauty pageant wear24 Numbers games26 Altogether29 ldquoHighrdquo time30 Forever poetically
31 Plant and animal eaters32 New Deal president33 Crocodile relative 35 Cowboy boot attachment37 Advances40 Those who show the way 41 Bartender 44 Laudatory speech for one
who has died 46 Kiddies 48 Hold responsible49 Contradict50 Sedimentary materials 54 ldquoOverrdquo follower in the first
line of ldquoThe Caissons Go Rolling Alongrdquo
57 ldquoTarzanrdquo extra58 40 winks59 Bolivian export
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January2012
9 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
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tablerdquo she laughs ldquoMy backyard has also been the set-ting for prom pictures Girl Scout and club meetingsrdquo
The first week of March Deb sets seeds inside using a special garden mix
ldquoWe sell the best stems bar none in tomato varieties (4 inch pots) Customers begin ordering in December for their next yearrsquos garden Later in the spring she sells tomato plants root crops (potatoes and sweet potatoes) asparagus bulk seeds green peppers broc-coli and more recently berry bushes strawberries and grapes
Each year Deb plants 2500 tomatoes in 36 varieties and six different colors
ldquoAll heirloomrdquo says Deb ldquoI grow the ugliest and best tasting tomatoesrdquo
Deb recommends storing tomatoes in a cool dry place ldquoDonrsquot store onions and potatoes togetherrdquo she adds
ldquoThe only things my husband and I have in com-mon are Folgerrsquos coffee our son and Cottonelle toilet paperrdquo laughs Deb who also enjoys going herbrsquon and junkrsquon with her husband Jim
ldquoI am a list personrdquo says Deb who gets up at 530 am during gardening season ldquoI am not what yoursquod call a Suzie Homemaker but Irsquom am known to grab a hammer and nails and work on a drywall project in the houserdquo
ldquoMy goal in life is to be chubbyrdquo quips Deb who believes ldquowe go through life to learn life lessonsrdquo Have a gardening question Contact her at debcroyyahoocom
Bittersweet hangs over the interior window a rare find
10
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Rehab is work But it can also be funTo find out how we can help you or someone you love transition smoothly back home call us to schedule a personal tour
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Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
AAt Our Age QampA
GENERAL
QI prefer reading by audio book Does Social Security have audio publications
AYes we do You can find them at wwwsocialsecuritygovpubs Some of the publications available include What You Can Do Online How Social Security Can Help You
When A Family Member Dies Apply Online For Social Security Benefits and Your Social Security Card And Number You can listen now at wwwsocialsecuritygovpubs
QI am receiving Social Security retirement benefits and I recently went back to work Do I have to pay Social Security (FICA) taxes on my income
AYes By law your employer must withhold FICA taxes from your paycheck Although you are retired you do receive credit for those new earnings Each year Social
Security automatically credits the new earnings and if your new earnings are higher than in any earlier year used to calcu-late your current benefit your monthly benefit could increase For more information visit wwwsocialsecuritygov or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
RETIREMENT
QHow are my retirement benefits calculated
AYour Social Security benefits are based on earn-ings averaged over your lifetime Your actual earn-ings are first adjusted or ldquoindexedrdquo to account
for changes in average wages since the year the earnings were received Then we calculate your average monthly indexed earn-ings during the 35 years in which you earned the most We apply a formula to these earnings and arrive at your basic ben-
efit This is the amount you would receive at your full retire-ment age You may be able to estimate your benefit by using our Retirement Estimator which offers estimates based on your Social Security earnings You can find the Retirement Estimator at wwwsocialsecuritygovestimator
QI know that Social Securityrsquos full retirement age is gradually rising to 67 But does this mean the ldquoearlyrdquo retirement age will also be going up by two years
from age 62 to 64
ANo While it is true that under current law the full retire-ment age is gradually rising from 65 to 67 the ldquoearlyrdquo retirement age remains at 62 Keep in mind however
that taking early retirement reduces your benefit amount For more information about Social Security benefits visit the web-site at wwwsocialsecuritygovrampm1htm
SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME
QNext month Irsquoll turn 65 and because of my financial situation I thought Irsquod be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) But my neighbor told me Irsquod
probably be turned down because I have a friend who said he might help support me Is this true
AIf your friend helps support you it could have an effect on whether you get SSI and on the amount you receive Whether you can get SSI depends on your income and
resources (the things you own) If you have low income and few resources you may be able to get SSI However if you are receiving support from your friend or from anyone else that income will be considered when making a decision on your SSI eligibility and amount Support includes any food or shelter that is given to you or is received by you because someone else pays for it For more information visit wwwsocialsecuritygov and select ldquoSSIrdquo
QMy dad who is receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will be coming to live with me Does he have to report the move to Social Security
AYes An SSI beneficiary must report any change in liv-ing arrangements within 10 days after the month the change occurs If the change is not reported your dad
could receive an incorrect payment or he may not receive all the money that is due Also your dad needs to report his new address to Social Security so that he can receive mail from us Even if benefits are paid by direct deposit we need to be able to get in touch with him He can report the change by tele-phone mail or in person at any Social Security office Keep in mind that failing to report a change to Social Security could result in incorrect payments that may have to be paid back or a
11 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
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penalty deducted from SSI benefits Just call 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) You can get more information in the booklet Understanding SSI at wwwsocialsecuritygovssi
DISABILITY
QIrsquove heard there is a way for my daughter to get her disability application on the ldquofast-trackrdquo How does this work
AIf your daughter has one of the more than 100 impair-ments on the Compassionate Allowances list at wwwsocialsecuritygovcompassionateallowances her appli-
cation might be ldquofast-trackedrdquo for a decision Compassionate Allowances make it possible for applicants to receive a decision on their disability applications within days instead of months or years as long as their medical conditions are so severe that they obviously meet Social Securityrsquos definition of disability Learn more at wwwsocialsecuritygovcompassionateallowances
QDo I automatically get Medicare benefits if Irsquom eligi-ble for disability benefits
AAfter you have received disability benefits for 24 months we will automatically enroll you in Medicare We start counting the 24 months from the month you were enti-
tled to receive disability not the month when you received your first benefit payment Sometimes you can get State Medicaid in
the meantime There are exceptions to this rule People with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrigrsquos disease) and chronic renal disease may be able to get Medicare earlier For more infor-mation visit wwwsocialsecuritygov or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
QI am expecting a child and will be out of work for six months Can I qualify for short-term disability
ANo Social Security pays only for total disability mdash condi-tions that render you unable to work and are expected to last for at least a year or end in death No benefits are
payable for partial disability or short-term disability including benefits while on maternity leave
MEDICARE
QIf I retire and start getting Social Security retirement benefits at age 62 will my Medicare coverage begin then too
ANo Medicare benefits based on retirement do not begin until a person is age 65 If you retire at age 62 you may be able to continue to have medical insurance coverage
through your employer or purchase it from an insurance com-pany until you reach age 65 and become eligible for Medicare For more information about who can get Medicare visit wwwmedicaregov
12
By day he is a service technician but by night and on weekends you will find Jim Boedicker somewhere enter-taining a crowd with his music ldquoIrsquom so thankful I did 106
dates last yearrdquo said the talented guitar player and vocalist Despite his youthful appearance 59-year-old Boedicker has
been entertaining folks for 45 years He is well known for his humorous songs trick guitar work and standards performing arrangements from varied styles like rock country bluegrass or Gospel The rural Ada resident has also been on staff with the Perry Corporation since 1982 repairing copiers and printers full-time
Growing up in the Harrod area Jim first sang a solo at Christ-mastime in elementary school Then while in high school he became part of a Gospel group Although he originally played trombone in the school band when he was about 13 he got his first acoustic guitar and took lessons Later he was introduced to the electric guitar
As a teenager Boedicker also began teaching guitar at the for-mer Dearth Guitar Studios in Lima During his school years the entertainer remembers ldquoI really wasnrsquot much of an athlete I would retreat to my room and play guitarrdquo he said
Following his 1971 graduation from Allen East schools he attended Lima Technical College for about a year and a half
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Inspired
By Christina Ryan Claypool
Jim BoedickerEntertainer extraordinaire
in his own right
As a seasoned entertainer Boedicker has shared the stage with lots of fellow musicians He sometimes performs with Limarsquos Ed Zickafoose who is also a well-known entertainer in west central Ohio
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majoring in electronics and also joined a band that played at proms and homecom-ing dances Later Jim became a member of the contemporary Christian group Fresh Surrender with fellow musician Kelly Connor Spallinger and her cousins For more than six years this group per-formed for countless venues
Eventually Jim Boedicker became a familiar face to WTLW TV 44 viewers through his music with Fresh Surrender and by appearing on telethons there Decades ago he also spent time volun-teering at WTGN radio on air from mid-night until 6 am
ldquoWTLW and WTGN gave me a lot of vis-ibilityrdquo said Boedicker As a songwriter he won second place in ldquoThe Christian Artists Music Festivalrdquo in Estes Colo in 1981
In 1980 Jim married his wife the for-mer Sally Czeto who is a graduate of Bath schools The couple met at the Allen County Fair when Jim was manning a booth for Dearth Guitar Studios where he worked part-time for about five years Although he is known locally he has also played the same venues as artists Alison Krauss and Ricky Skaggs
ldquoI never made a living playing musicrdquo said Jim but the seasoned entertainer has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80
Jim Boedicker (left) with Mike Wright a well known area banjoguitar player teamed up in the late eighters Boedicker plays everything from bluegrass to gos-pel musicLima News Archives
ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real
rewarding to merdquo mdash Jim Boedicker
See INSPIRED bull 14
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14 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80 dates a year you can find Boedicker performing at private events banquets fairs festi-vals etc Currently he is one of the music leaders at the Bath cam-pus of the Shawnee Community United Methodist Church too
Besides blessing others Jimrsquos music has provided extra income to assist with his sonrsquos medical expenses In explanation the Boedickerrsquos only child 27-year-old Andrew was born with spina bifida along with significant autism
ldquoWe had real financial needs because of my sonrsquos medical needsrdquo said Jim After his sonrsquos birth Boedicker took ldquomore of a business approachrdquo to playing music to supplement the family income The couple continues to care for Andrew at home and are also involved with Bittersweet Farms and the Autism Support Group
Due to his steadfast support at the time of Andrewrsquos birth his former Pastor Dave Thompson has had a great influence on Jimrsquos life He ldquohas been a big encouragement and friendrdquo said Boed-icker Musically he was ldquoreally influenced by Chet Atkins he does everything on the guitarrdquo he said
On Friday nights you will usually find Jim Boedicker entertaining the crowd at Italian restaurant Viva Maria which is located at Lost Creek Golf Course Boedicker is always prepared to take requests from those listening
ldquoI just do family stuff and I think there is a real need for fam-ily entertainmentrdquo Whatever his venue ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real rewarding to merdquo
For the man who has been delighting crowds with his music since he was just a teen Boedicker has learned a lot of lessons along the way The biggest is ldquoStaying in balance You could wear yourself out The older you get the harder it is to keep up with the schedulerdquo he said
As for folks requesting bookings Jim Boedicker hopes that his phone wonrsquot stop ringing anytime soon But with an entertainer as talented as he is you can bet thatrsquos not going to happen
Christina Ryan Claypool is a freelance journalist and inspirational speaker Contact her through her Website at wwwchristinaryanclaypoolcom
bull To contact Jim Boedicker go to his Website at wwwjimboedickercom email him
at jboewatchtvnet or phone him at 419-649-8495
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Your Money
What are your new yearrsquos resolutions this year Are your resolutions like most of us focused on spending less and saving more Unfortunately that can only take you so far
There is so much attention given to small financial worries that many seniors neglect larger issues that can have a significant impact on their lives and their families Now is the time for you and your loved ones to think about the big picture to take steps to protect your assets and to start 2012 off on the right foot1 Take advantage of state and federal programs to help pay for medical care prescription drugs at-home care or nursing home care
Seniors have access to a multitude of state and federal programs but many do not take advantage of them because they donrsquot know they exist or they donrsquot know how to enroll In the realm of health care alone ensuring coverage for prescription drugs and utilizing programs that pay for at-home care can significantly impact your monthly finances
Most Ohioans can utilize Medicare Part D to help pay for prescrip-tion drugs and your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) can point you toward you the best overall coverage There are a lot of options so itrsquos important to take the time to find the best one for you and your family It also may make sense to work with a professional with a thorough understanding of the possibilities and drawbacks of each program
Nursing home care can be even more burdensome mdash as Medicare pays for only the first 20 days before requiring co-payment To qual-ify for any coverage there also must be a prior three-day hospital stay With average Ohio nursing home costs at more than $6000 per month and all healthcare costs spiraling upward itrsquos critical to have a plan to use all of the resources at your disposal keep expenses from affecting your savings2 Make sure you have a comprehensive strategy to protect your assets from taxes and probate
While clipping coupons can make a dent in your weekly grocery bill ensuring that your savings are secure can make a much bigger long-term financial impact for you and your family Tax planning and estate planning are part of a comprehensive approach to protecting your finances and your future
Tax laws are changing dramatically in 2013 with many rates going up While standard tax advice would encourage deferring payments into the future the prospect of higher rates in 2013 means that in many cases you may want to pay now rather than later
Probate costs are another way your family can lose assets if you donrsquot plan ahead Itrsquos critical to understand the limitations of having
Thinking big in the new year
See YOUR MONEY bull 23
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
16
It was all in the familyRichard T Gregg the original owner of
Greggrsquos Department Store died at his home in Lima in 1942 and he was a man to be hon-ored both before and after his death Perhaps his philosophy about business had a lot to do with it for he said ldquoWe will treat each and every cus-tomer as though they were a guest in our homerdquo That thought was religiously carried on genera-tion after generation of the Gregg family
Gregg certainly knew his merchandise as well he should his family had been in the mercantile business since the Revolutionary period He had personally started his own store in Tiffin in 1885 when he was 25 years old It was known as a dry goods sewing and notions store and merchan-dise was top quality because he ordered almost everything from Marshall Field in Chicago And there was a definite friendship between Gregg and Field for when Gregg decided business was slow in Tiffin it was Field who suggested he relocate to Lima
He also knew what the word patience meant One of the things in his possession was a pair of saddlebags which his father used when he rode horseback from Ohio to the wholesale markets to buy things for his store and then had to wait for long periods for the goods to arrive
Gregg opened his store in Lima in 1900 in the Black Block a four story building on North Main Street There were shops on the first floor offices on the second and the Lima Public Library occu-pied the third He began with 5000 square feet of space and when the family eventually bought the building in 1935 he had 218000 square feet that included an annex across the street The idea of moving never crossed his mind for he had moved here when downtown was flourishing and he kept his confidence in its growth He not only ran a successful business but gave back to the com-munity of Lima with his backing everything new that happened here
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Suprisingly it wasnrsquot depressing
It actually brought some things into focus
Some see it as something to avoidhellip I saw it as a responsibilityrdquo
Why you decide isnrsquot importantJust decide
ldquoI SEE IT AS A RESPONSIBILITYrdquo
ldquoWhy you decide to preplan
your funeral isnrsquot important
Itrsquos that you do decide
Thatrsquos whatrsquos important
Time Capsule
R T GreggA man with great foresight
By Jeanne Porreca R T Gregg
Roy Gregg
Tom Gregg
Geoff Gregg
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
17
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Gregg had been married before coming to Lima to Emma Jane Beery and three children were born to them Roy Beery Robert T and Margaret Robert T died in 1931 after an auto accident and his wife died in 1945 Upon the senior Greggrsquos death in 1942 ownership passed to his son Roy Beery It was said of Roy that he was ldquoa perfect example of a round peg in a round holerdquo for thebusiness fitted him perfectly It was all he had known his entire life Like his father he had his own philosophy ldquoIf you give the people good values they will patronize you again and againrdquo Roy was the boss over 300 store employees who respected him and carried on all the fine qualities passed down to him He was fondly called ldquothe universal merchantrdquo and seldom did he miss a daily visit to the store right up to the day of his death Robert died in 1967
Robertrsquos death was the end of the line of the Gregg boys and so the management of the store fell to his grandson Thomas Allen Gregg Thomas had joined the firm in 1945 and had retired in 1979 but came back when the department store sales had begun to lag due to changes in downtown the sale of the store from the Gregg family and the new interest in shop-ping the malls Thomas was a true believer in Lima as then-mayor Harry Moyer reported to the Lima News upon Thomasrsquo death ldquoHis was the first downtown business to give $10000 for the purchase of the northeast quadrant of the Squarerdquo That property was later developed into where the Blue Cross (now The Munici-pal) building and the Town Square Apartments are today Thomas died in 1983 and his son took Geoff took over as manager until the store closed in 1985
There was only one place the Gregg family was as faithful to something else besides the store and that was Market Street Presbyterian Church where all generations belonged beginning with that first fam-ily member
Greggs Department Store in 1958
Pet of the WeekCheck out Sundayrsquos Lifestyle section for your favorite pet pictures
OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
18 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Seasonings
Under pressureThe latest kitchen lsquomust haversquo
may be the electric cooker
New electric models are bringing pressure cooking back to the home kitchen and recipes such as pumpkin risotto are easy in them
Photos courtesy of MCT
A quick look at my home kitchen and you might think I was an avowed minimalist One pot a few saucepans and a cher-ished cast-iron skillet A cupboard of bakeware and bowls
and counter space for just a few appliances All the gadgets that can fit in one small drawer A few chosen knives
Noble I wish A would-be cookware junkie Irsquom saved from binge-ing on tools and equipment only by the postage-stamp size of my cooking space To make it in my kitchen an item has to be essential Which is why I canrsquot stop thinking about getting an electric pressure cooker
In addition to cooking foods in a fraction of the normal time with just the push of a few buttons electric pressure cookers promise so much more Completely self-contained there are models that offer automatic timers and multiple functions so you can brown meats and saute vegetables before pressure cooking perhaps simmer in-between steps and keep a dish warm after itrsquos done Some models double as rice cookers steamers and even slow cookers to seal the deal
Irsquove never owned a pressure cooker With all the horror stories Irsquod heard growing up about exploding cookers and dinners ending up on the ceiling I never seriously considered buying one But more friends are getting them and I seem to be noticing them everywhere lately not just in stores but on TV too No Irsquom not talking ldquoFear Factorrdquo but popular cooking shows where chefs brandish pressure cookers to make quick work of slow-cooked dishes for competition shows such as ldquoTop Chefrdquo and ldquoIron Chefrdquo
So is it all hype And what about the electric models mdash are they too good to be true Curious the LA Times Test Kitchen tested five popular electric cookers along with a highly regarded stove-top model for comparison
The results Pleasantly surprisingAt first glance therersquos no confusing an electric pressure cooker for
a traditional stove-top model These babies are nothing like your motherrsquos pressure cooker While many stove-top models look like a sturdy saucepan with an extra handle attached to the lid the electric models are bigger and bulkier mdash picture a slow cooker on steroids mdash bedazzled with buttons and digital displays Theyrsquore big enough to demand prime counter-top real estate yoursquod be hard-pressed to fit one in a normal cabinet The stainless steel All-Clad in particular reminded me of a mini bank vault it was heavier than the other models we tested and its substantial lid transformed at the touch of a button to lock and unlock (Irsquom convinced food mdash anything mdash would be safe in it even in the event of a nuclear holocaust)
Whatrsquos good about the electric models is that they do so many things automatically plug in the cooker press a few buttons and go You donrsquot have to hover over the stove adjusting the burner to regulate pressure or watch the clock to time when a dish is done The electric models switch off automatically mdash often beeping when done mdash slowly releasing pressure and keeping the dishes warm until needed
The digital displays can be extremely helpful in giving up-to-the-minute details on how a dish is progressing Some displays are very simple others much more colorful even entertaining (the Deni had me momentarily mesmerized) But there can be too much informa-tion At first the Cuisinartrsquos display was a little confusing even after reading the manual we still had to look up a video on YouTube to figure it out
All the models we tested had ldquobrowningrdquo andor ldquosauteingrdquo func-tions a convenient feature allowing you to sear meats and brown vegetables in the same pot before cooking While most of the elec-tric models were round our Deni test model was oval mdash much like a heavy-duty stove-top casserole mdash and not as deep as the others but it had more surface area on the bottom of the insert perfect for browning larger batches of food
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BRANDIED APPLESAUCETotal time 40 minutes plus cooling and chilling timeServings Makes about 5 cups4 pounds Granny Smith apples or other cooking apples34 cup dark brown sugar12 cup apple cider13 cup brandy preferably applejack2 cinnamon sticksPinch nutmegPinch ground clovesPinch dried gingerZest and juice of 12 lemon1 Peel core and quarter the apples2 In a pressure cooker combine the apples brown sugar cider
brandy cinnamon nutmeg cloves ginger lemon zest and juice Lock the pressure cooker and cook at high pressure for 2 minutes
3 Allow the cooker to release pressure naturally (10 to 20 min-utes) then carefully remove the lid Remove the cinnamon sticks and coarsely chop the apples for a coarse sauce or puree them in a blender or food processor for a smoother texture Taste the apple-sauce and adjust the sweetness and flavorings if desired
4 Set the applesauce aside to cool then cover and refrigerate until chilled Taste the applesauce once more (the flavorings will mute a little as the sauce chills) and adjust if desired This makes about 5 cups applesauce The applesauce will keep up to 10 days covered and refrigerated
Each one-half cup sauce 160 calories 0 protein 38 grams carbo-hydrates 2 grams fiber 0 fat 0 cholesterol 33 grams sugar 5 mg sodium
Pressure cookers are becoming a hot item again in home kitchens and are a huge step up from the old ones that always carried stories of exploding dinners New electric mod-els incorpo-rate many fea-tures includ-ing automatic temperature control and timing
20 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Having already experienced Ireland on a Trafalgar Tours coach I didnrsquot hesitate when I decided to see what life was like
to Irelandrsquos neighbors to the east England and Wales So I invite you to join me for this the first of a five-par installment
Irsquoll give you my observations and experiences and tell you what I think you should know if you want to see this part of Europe As far as price my travel mate Jane and I received what we thought was a good rate With airfare included the tour was $1900 apiece and that included all lodging full daily breakfasts three full dinners and shuttle transfers to and from Heathrow Airport
While with travel days the trip was 10 days and included Scotland as well Irsquoll get to Scotland next year By doing so I can begin a series in June on my New Eng-land fall colors week-long adventure through much of New Eng-land a trip which also extended itself beyond American boarders into new Brunswick Canada
As we did for Ireland we pre-loaded a Visa travel card with $1000 to supplement our upfront $1900 and some pocket money we intended to exchange to pounds for daily incidentals The card we intended to use to eat our lunches and dinners not cov-ered in Trafalgarrsquos cost
Not only did the card ensure no large credit card bills came when I returned but the dollars-to-pounds conversion was done automatically The card we used mostly for meals not covered in the cost of the tour
After a flight that covered 3331 miles most of which covered
night-time hours we arrived at Heathrow at 815 am on a Sat-urday I am always challenged when it comes to sleeping on a plane so the time worked well for me The Delta flight also worked well for me because above the drop-down tray was my own personal movie screen with a wide array of current movie selections that were free The full meal for me a meatless pasta dish on a Lenten Friday was quite tasty
Heathrow the second busiest airport in the world with only Atlantarsquos Hartsfield-Jackson being busier is like a small city in itself Donrsquot be intimidated though There are all sorts of people to help you get to where you need to be for baggage claim and shuttle transfers and cabs and such
We exchanged some money at the airport always for Ameri-cans a humbling experience because the dollar is so weak com-pared to Irelandrsquos euro and Englandrsquos pound Expect to give that
Another leap across the big pondEngland and Wales in 5 days
Travel Part 1
By John Grindrod
Westminster AbbyPhotos by John Grindrod
21 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
friendly Brit about two of your dollars for every pound yoursquoll get in return
Our shuttle got us to where we would spend the first two nights in London The Hilton Olympia on Kensington High Street a few blocks down from Princess Dianarsquos last home Kensington Palace
After check-in it was off to explore on our own so we headed for The Tube Londonrsquos underground mass transit system As we walked to the Kensington Station Jane and I saw the same admonishments painted at the street crossings that we saw the year before in Dublin either ldquoLook leftrdquo or ldquoLook rightrdquo They are painted there as a warning to tourists not used to roads where folks are driving vehicles on the left side of the road
Two all-day passes for any Tube ride or double-decker bus ride ran 13 pounds 20 pence in other words a little over $26 As I stepped into the train I couldnrsquot help but notice another direc-tive painted on the cement in front of the train carrsquos threshold ldquoMind the gaprdquo to warn those boarding to step over the small gap between platform and train car
Our first stop was Westminster Abbey which dates to the 11th century and is the huge canrsquot-miss church just west of Westminster Palace one of 10 residential choices available to Queen Elizabeth II Entry was 16 pounds (about $32) for each of us While a bit pricey it was something to which I would grow accustomed since London has a reputation as one of the worldrsquos most expensive cit-ies
I must say The Abbey which many of you saw on TV during Will and Katersquos wedding last April is perhaps the most impressive place Irsquove ever seen Originally it was an abbey for Benedictine monks that is until Henry VIII assumed direct royal control in 1539 and it became a church
Over the years it has been the site of coronations and burials of English mon-archs and other important persons Over 500 royals are buried in The Abbey and in the section known as Poetsrsquo Corner there resides eternally some of Englandrsquos great-est authors mdash Chaucer Tennyson Browning Masefield James Kipling and Dickens among them
Architecturally the most impressive aspect of the church to me was the ceiling well over 100 feet above and comprised of flying buttresses While no flash photog-raphy is allowed I did manage one photo of the ceiling before my impropriety was pointed out by one of the many stewards of the historic building
After leaving we headed for nearby Big Ben with its clock tower completed in 1859 It has become one of Londonrsquos most endearing symbols One misconception Irsquoll clear up is the name Big Ben isnrsquot the name of the clock but of one of the bells the 13-ton beauty that tolls each hour
As for its name there are two theories Some believe the bell was named for Lon-donrsquos first commissioner of works Benjamin Hall a man of formidable girth Others believe the bell was named for a popular heavyweight boxer of the 19th century Ben Count
We also admired the House of Parliament and Parliament Square across the street from the Abbey Further proof of Londonrsquos expense came when I had to answer naturersquos call A turnstile prevented my entry into the public restroom in Parliament Square until I dropped a fifty pence coin (the equivalent of $1) into the slot
We also walked to nearby Westminster Bridge to see what kind of river traffic there was on The Thames that day before returning to our Kensington High Street hotel
We dined at a nice pub down the street called The Hand and Flower on English favorites such as ham and chutney and fish and chips and did a little imbibing My choice was a fine English Ale with a beautiful bronze color Marstons
Next month Irsquoll take you on a morning stroll down Kensington High to see Kens-ington Palace and then out into London on two coach tours one in the morn-ing and one in the afternoon to see Buckingham Palace St Paulrsquos Cathedral The Tower of London and the famous Tower Bridge
TOP A portion of the ornate ceiling inside Westminster AbbyBOTTOM Big Ben Londons most endearing landmark
22
Jan 1Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 2Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 3Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Auglaize PERI 9 1130 am Speedway Lanes 455 N Herman St New Bremen Doug Brookhart on ldquoThe History of Water Plantsrdquo
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Parents and Friends of LesbiansGays 6 pm OSU LimaRhodes State 4240 Campus Dr Lima In the Public Service Building
Mended Hearts 7 pm St Ritarsquos Auxiliary Conference Center 718 W Market St Lima
Jan 4Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Richard Riggs on ldquoThe Lima Symphony Orchestrardquo
UAW 1211 Retirees 12 pm UAW Hall 1440 Bellefontaine
Ave Lima Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 5Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Jan 6ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Steel Magnolia 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 7Health Screenings 12 pm
Rite Aid Pharmacy 3230 W Elm St Lima
Jan 8Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 9Look Good Feel Better 4 pm
St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Look Good Feel Better 5 pm St Marys Community Public Library 140 S Chestnut St St Marys
Ottawa Country Music Jam 6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Kalida Branch Library 301 N Third St Kalida
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 10Bluffton Forum 11 am
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Tom Hafer on ldquoFitness as a Spiritual Disciplinerdquo In Founders Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Lima Area Watercolor Society 7 pm Immanuel United Methodist Church 699 Sunnydale St Elida
Jan 11Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Scott Lindstrom on
ldquoSolar Energyrdquo Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area Civil War Study Club 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Trinity Chapter Order of The Eastern Star 730 pm Lima Masonic Center 2165 N Cole St Lima
Jan 12Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 13Bluffton Colloquium 4
pm Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr George Lehman on ldquoNeuroleadership Good Science or Passing Fadrdquo In Centennial Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 14
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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Stay Three Monthsand Receive an
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419-331-2442
At Elmcroft yoursquoll enjoy
bull Three hot fresh meals per day
bull Housekeepingbull Laundry servicesbull Salon and barber shop
servicesbull Transportation to
appointmentsbull Plenty of activities bull A warm and cozy
environment bull Caring staff providing
care 24 hours a day
ELMCROFT OF LIMAAssisted Living amp Memory Care2075 North Eastown Road Lima bull wwwElmcroftALcom
Events calendar
23 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
a will as your only plan-ning strategy With only a will yoursquoll likely face the potential problems of probatemdashincluding high costs and inevi-table delays For many families planning with different types of trusts and gifting strategies can ensure that your spouse and children receive what they need without the hassles and fees of probate court These tactics are not only for the wealthy mdash it may be even more important to the average farm family for exam-ple who may be land rich but cash poor3 Stop worrying about your finances and start enjoying retirement
The most important reason to plan is so that you can stop worry-ing If you know your assets are secure mdash that your spouse will have enough to live on when yoursquore gone that yoursquoll be able to pass something along to your kids mdash then you can focus your energy on the most important part of retirement mak-ing these years great Start thinking bigger and planning now to make 2012 the time you started truly enjoy-ing your golden years Thatrsquos a resolution wersquod all like to achieve mdash and you canMitch Adel is managing partner at Cooper Adel and Associates With offices in Centerburg Monroe Sidney and Wilmington Cooper Adel amp Associates has clients statewide and offers regular seminars to educate seniors on critical financial issues
YOUR MONEY bull from 15 ndashndashndashndashndashndash
Plus II GatheringSupport Group 11 am Bradfield Community Center 550 S Collett St Lima For parents of twins On-site day care
Live Music Carl Rust in Concert 11 am The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Jan 15Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 16National Alliance on Mental
Illness 6 pm Challenged Higher Clubrsquos Drop-In Center 407 N Franklin St Van Wert
Auglaize Township Trustees 730 pm Auglaize Township Administration Building 7726 Bellefontaine Rd Harrod
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 17Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Caregiverrsquos Support Group 3 pm St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Jan 18Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Dr Matt Harbur on ldquoAgronomyrdquo
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Community Fellowship Meal 5 pm St John United Methodist Church 205 N High St Columbus Grove
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area UFO Associates 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Jan 19Allen County PERI 12 pm
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Peaceful Parenting 5 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Amputees in Motion 7 pm Bethel Baptist Church 630 Powers Ave Lima
Stomp 730 pm Veterans Memorial Civic Center 7 Town Sq Lima (419) 224-1552
Jan 20ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 21Lima Symphony Orchestra
presents Mozart by Candlelight 730 pm Trinity United Methodist Church 301 W Market St Lima
Jan 22Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 23Ottawa Country Music Jam
6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 24Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 James Nagle with ldquoStories from the Roadrdquo In Yoder Recital Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Family Movie Night 6 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Jenna Bush Hager 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 25Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 26Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 27Bluffton Colloquium 4 pm
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr Michael Edmiston on ldquoGadgets and the Curves They Throw Yourdquo In Stutzman Lecture Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 29Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 30Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 31Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
24 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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tablerdquo she laughs ldquoMy backyard has also been the set-ting for prom pictures Girl Scout and club meetingsrdquo
The first week of March Deb sets seeds inside using a special garden mix
ldquoWe sell the best stems bar none in tomato varieties (4 inch pots) Customers begin ordering in December for their next yearrsquos garden Later in the spring she sells tomato plants root crops (potatoes and sweet potatoes) asparagus bulk seeds green peppers broc-coli and more recently berry bushes strawberries and grapes
Each year Deb plants 2500 tomatoes in 36 varieties and six different colors
ldquoAll heirloomrdquo says Deb ldquoI grow the ugliest and best tasting tomatoesrdquo
Deb recommends storing tomatoes in a cool dry place ldquoDonrsquot store onions and potatoes togetherrdquo she adds
ldquoThe only things my husband and I have in com-mon are Folgerrsquos coffee our son and Cottonelle toilet paperrdquo laughs Deb who also enjoys going herbrsquon and junkrsquon with her husband Jim
ldquoI am a list personrdquo says Deb who gets up at 530 am during gardening season ldquoI am not what yoursquod call a Suzie Homemaker but Irsquom am known to grab a hammer and nails and work on a drywall project in the houserdquo
ldquoMy goal in life is to be chubbyrdquo quips Deb who believes ldquowe go through life to learn life lessonsrdquo Have a gardening question Contact her at debcroyyahoocom
Bittersweet hangs over the interior window a rare find
10
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Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
AAt Our Age QampA
GENERAL
QI prefer reading by audio book Does Social Security have audio publications
AYes we do You can find them at wwwsocialsecuritygovpubs Some of the publications available include What You Can Do Online How Social Security Can Help You
When A Family Member Dies Apply Online For Social Security Benefits and Your Social Security Card And Number You can listen now at wwwsocialsecuritygovpubs
QI am receiving Social Security retirement benefits and I recently went back to work Do I have to pay Social Security (FICA) taxes on my income
AYes By law your employer must withhold FICA taxes from your paycheck Although you are retired you do receive credit for those new earnings Each year Social
Security automatically credits the new earnings and if your new earnings are higher than in any earlier year used to calcu-late your current benefit your monthly benefit could increase For more information visit wwwsocialsecuritygov or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
RETIREMENT
QHow are my retirement benefits calculated
AYour Social Security benefits are based on earn-ings averaged over your lifetime Your actual earn-ings are first adjusted or ldquoindexedrdquo to account
for changes in average wages since the year the earnings were received Then we calculate your average monthly indexed earn-ings during the 35 years in which you earned the most We apply a formula to these earnings and arrive at your basic ben-
efit This is the amount you would receive at your full retire-ment age You may be able to estimate your benefit by using our Retirement Estimator which offers estimates based on your Social Security earnings You can find the Retirement Estimator at wwwsocialsecuritygovestimator
QI know that Social Securityrsquos full retirement age is gradually rising to 67 But does this mean the ldquoearlyrdquo retirement age will also be going up by two years
from age 62 to 64
ANo While it is true that under current law the full retire-ment age is gradually rising from 65 to 67 the ldquoearlyrdquo retirement age remains at 62 Keep in mind however
that taking early retirement reduces your benefit amount For more information about Social Security benefits visit the web-site at wwwsocialsecuritygovrampm1htm
SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME
QNext month Irsquoll turn 65 and because of my financial situation I thought Irsquod be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) But my neighbor told me Irsquod
probably be turned down because I have a friend who said he might help support me Is this true
AIf your friend helps support you it could have an effect on whether you get SSI and on the amount you receive Whether you can get SSI depends on your income and
resources (the things you own) If you have low income and few resources you may be able to get SSI However if you are receiving support from your friend or from anyone else that income will be considered when making a decision on your SSI eligibility and amount Support includes any food or shelter that is given to you or is received by you because someone else pays for it For more information visit wwwsocialsecuritygov and select ldquoSSIrdquo
QMy dad who is receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will be coming to live with me Does he have to report the move to Social Security
AYes An SSI beneficiary must report any change in liv-ing arrangements within 10 days after the month the change occurs If the change is not reported your dad
could receive an incorrect payment or he may not receive all the money that is due Also your dad needs to report his new address to Social Security so that he can receive mail from us Even if benefits are paid by direct deposit we need to be able to get in touch with him He can report the change by tele-phone mail or in person at any Social Security office Keep in mind that failing to report a change to Social Security could result in incorrect payments that may have to be paid back or a
11 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
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penalty deducted from SSI benefits Just call 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) You can get more information in the booklet Understanding SSI at wwwsocialsecuritygovssi
DISABILITY
QIrsquove heard there is a way for my daughter to get her disability application on the ldquofast-trackrdquo How does this work
AIf your daughter has one of the more than 100 impair-ments on the Compassionate Allowances list at wwwsocialsecuritygovcompassionateallowances her appli-
cation might be ldquofast-trackedrdquo for a decision Compassionate Allowances make it possible for applicants to receive a decision on their disability applications within days instead of months or years as long as their medical conditions are so severe that they obviously meet Social Securityrsquos definition of disability Learn more at wwwsocialsecuritygovcompassionateallowances
QDo I automatically get Medicare benefits if Irsquom eligi-ble for disability benefits
AAfter you have received disability benefits for 24 months we will automatically enroll you in Medicare We start counting the 24 months from the month you were enti-
tled to receive disability not the month when you received your first benefit payment Sometimes you can get State Medicaid in
the meantime There are exceptions to this rule People with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrigrsquos disease) and chronic renal disease may be able to get Medicare earlier For more infor-mation visit wwwsocialsecuritygov or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
QI am expecting a child and will be out of work for six months Can I qualify for short-term disability
ANo Social Security pays only for total disability mdash condi-tions that render you unable to work and are expected to last for at least a year or end in death No benefits are
payable for partial disability or short-term disability including benefits while on maternity leave
MEDICARE
QIf I retire and start getting Social Security retirement benefits at age 62 will my Medicare coverage begin then too
ANo Medicare benefits based on retirement do not begin until a person is age 65 If you retire at age 62 you may be able to continue to have medical insurance coverage
through your employer or purchase it from an insurance com-pany until you reach age 65 and become eligible for Medicare For more information about who can get Medicare visit wwwmedicaregov
12
By day he is a service technician but by night and on weekends you will find Jim Boedicker somewhere enter-taining a crowd with his music ldquoIrsquom so thankful I did 106
dates last yearrdquo said the talented guitar player and vocalist Despite his youthful appearance 59-year-old Boedicker has
been entertaining folks for 45 years He is well known for his humorous songs trick guitar work and standards performing arrangements from varied styles like rock country bluegrass or Gospel The rural Ada resident has also been on staff with the Perry Corporation since 1982 repairing copiers and printers full-time
Growing up in the Harrod area Jim first sang a solo at Christ-mastime in elementary school Then while in high school he became part of a Gospel group Although he originally played trombone in the school band when he was about 13 he got his first acoustic guitar and took lessons Later he was introduced to the electric guitar
As a teenager Boedicker also began teaching guitar at the for-mer Dearth Guitar Studios in Lima During his school years the entertainer remembers ldquoI really wasnrsquot much of an athlete I would retreat to my room and play guitarrdquo he said
Following his 1971 graduation from Allen East schools he attended Lima Technical College for about a year and a half
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Inspired
By Christina Ryan Claypool
Jim BoedickerEntertainer extraordinaire
in his own right
As a seasoned entertainer Boedicker has shared the stage with lots of fellow musicians He sometimes performs with Limarsquos Ed Zickafoose who is also a well-known entertainer in west central Ohio
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majoring in electronics and also joined a band that played at proms and homecom-ing dances Later Jim became a member of the contemporary Christian group Fresh Surrender with fellow musician Kelly Connor Spallinger and her cousins For more than six years this group per-formed for countless venues
Eventually Jim Boedicker became a familiar face to WTLW TV 44 viewers through his music with Fresh Surrender and by appearing on telethons there Decades ago he also spent time volun-teering at WTGN radio on air from mid-night until 6 am
ldquoWTLW and WTGN gave me a lot of vis-ibilityrdquo said Boedicker As a songwriter he won second place in ldquoThe Christian Artists Music Festivalrdquo in Estes Colo in 1981
In 1980 Jim married his wife the for-mer Sally Czeto who is a graduate of Bath schools The couple met at the Allen County Fair when Jim was manning a booth for Dearth Guitar Studios where he worked part-time for about five years Although he is known locally he has also played the same venues as artists Alison Krauss and Ricky Skaggs
ldquoI never made a living playing musicrdquo said Jim but the seasoned entertainer has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80
Jim Boedicker (left) with Mike Wright a well known area banjoguitar player teamed up in the late eighters Boedicker plays everything from bluegrass to gos-pel musicLima News Archives
ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real
rewarding to merdquo mdash Jim Boedicker
See INSPIRED bull 14
Your weekends will never be the same
Check out 360 your TVentertainment guide
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14 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80 dates a year you can find Boedicker performing at private events banquets fairs festi-vals etc Currently he is one of the music leaders at the Bath cam-pus of the Shawnee Community United Methodist Church too
Besides blessing others Jimrsquos music has provided extra income to assist with his sonrsquos medical expenses In explanation the Boedickerrsquos only child 27-year-old Andrew was born with spina bifida along with significant autism
ldquoWe had real financial needs because of my sonrsquos medical needsrdquo said Jim After his sonrsquos birth Boedicker took ldquomore of a business approachrdquo to playing music to supplement the family income The couple continues to care for Andrew at home and are also involved with Bittersweet Farms and the Autism Support Group
Due to his steadfast support at the time of Andrewrsquos birth his former Pastor Dave Thompson has had a great influence on Jimrsquos life He ldquohas been a big encouragement and friendrdquo said Boed-icker Musically he was ldquoreally influenced by Chet Atkins he does everything on the guitarrdquo he said
On Friday nights you will usually find Jim Boedicker entertaining the crowd at Italian restaurant Viva Maria which is located at Lost Creek Golf Course Boedicker is always prepared to take requests from those listening
ldquoI just do family stuff and I think there is a real need for fam-ily entertainmentrdquo Whatever his venue ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real rewarding to merdquo
For the man who has been delighting crowds with his music since he was just a teen Boedicker has learned a lot of lessons along the way The biggest is ldquoStaying in balance You could wear yourself out The older you get the harder it is to keep up with the schedulerdquo he said
As for folks requesting bookings Jim Boedicker hopes that his phone wonrsquot stop ringing anytime soon But with an entertainer as talented as he is you can bet thatrsquos not going to happen
Christina Ryan Claypool is a freelance journalist and inspirational speaker Contact her through her Website at wwwchristinaryanclaypoolcom
bull To contact Jim Boedicker go to his Website at wwwjimboedickercom email him
at jboewatchtvnet or phone him at 419-649-8495
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Your Money
What are your new yearrsquos resolutions this year Are your resolutions like most of us focused on spending less and saving more Unfortunately that can only take you so far
There is so much attention given to small financial worries that many seniors neglect larger issues that can have a significant impact on their lives and their families Now is the time for you and your loved ones to think about the big picture to take steps to protect your assets and to start 2012 off on the right foot1 Take advantage of state and federal programs to help pay for medical care prescription drugs at-home care or nursing home care
Seniors have access to a multitude of state and federal programs but many do not take advantage of them because they donrsquot know they exist or they donrsquot know how to enroll In the realm of health care alone ensuring coverage for prescription drugs and utilizing programs that pay for at-home care can significantly impact your monthly finances
Most Ohioans can utilize Medicare Part D to help pay for prescrip-tion drugs and your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) can point you toward you the best overall coverage There are a lot of options so itrsquos important to take the time to find the best one for you and your family It also may make sense to work with a professional with a thorough understanding of the possibilities and drawbacks of each program
Nursing home care can be even more burdensome mdash as Medicare pays for only the first 20 days before requiring co-payment To qual-ify for any coverage there also must be a prior three-day hospital stay With average Ohio nursing home costs at more than $6000 per month and all healthcare costs spiraling upward itrsquos critical to have a plan to use all of the resources at your disposal keep expenses from affecting your savings2 Make sure you have a comprehensive strategy to protect your assets from taxes and probate
While clipping coupons can make a dent in your weekly grocery bill ensuring that your savings are secure can make a much bigger long-term financial impact for you and your family Tax planning and estate planning are part of a comprehensive approach to protecting your finances and your future
Tax laws are changing dramatically in 2013 with many rates going up While standard tax advice would encourage deferring payments into the future the prospect of higher rates in 2013 means that in many cases you may want to pay now rather than later
Probate costs are another way your family can lose assets if you donrsquot plan ahead Itrsquos critical to understand the limitations of having
Thinking big in the new year
See YOUR MONEY bull 23
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
16
It was all in the familyRichard T Gregg the original owner of
Greggrsquos Department Store died at his home in Lima in 1942 and he was a man to be hon-ored both before and after his death Perhaps his philosophy about business had a lot to do with it for he said ldquoWe will treat each and every cus-tomer as though they were a guest in our homerdquo That thought was religiously carried on genera-tion after generation of the Gregg family
Gregg certainly knew his merchandise as well he should his family had been in the mercantile business since the Revolutionary period He had personally started his own store in Tiffin in 1885 when he was 25 years old It was known as a dry goods sewing and notions store and merchan-dise was top quality because he ordered almost everything from Marshall Field in Chicago And there was a definite friendship between Gregg and Field for when Gregg decided business was slow in Tiffin it was Field who suggested he relocate to Lima
He also knew what the word patience meant One of the things in his possession was a pair of saddlebags which his father used when he rode horseback from Ohio to the wholesale markets to buy things for his store and then had to wait for long periods for the goods to arrive
Gregg opened his store in Lima in 1900 in the Black Block a four story building on North Main Street There were shops on the first floor offices on the second and the Lima Public Library occu-pied the third He began with 5000 square feet of space and when the family eventually bought the building in 1935 he had 218000 square feet that included an annex across the street The idea of moving never crossed his mind for he had moved here when downtown was flourishing and he kept his confidence in its growth He not only ran a successful business but gave back to the com-munity of Lima with his backing everything new that happened here
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Suprisingly it wasnrsquot depressing
It actually brought some things into focus
Some see it as something to avoidhellip I saw it as a responsibilityrdquo
Why you decide isnrsquot importantJust decide
ldquoI SEE IT AS A RESPONSIBILITYrdquo
ldquoWhy you decide to preplan
your funeral isnrsquot important
Itrsquos that you do decide
Thatrsquos whatrsquos important
Time Capsule
R T GreggA man with great foresight
By Jeanne Porreca R T Gregg
Roy Gregg
Tom Gregg
Geoff Gregg
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
17
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Gregg had been married before coming to Lima to Emma Jane Beery and three children were born to them Roy Beery Robert T and Margaret Robert T died in 1931 after an auto accident and his wife died in 1945 Upon the senior Greggrsquos death in 1942 ownership passed to his son Roy Beery It was said of Roy that he was ldquoa perfect example of a round peg in a round holerdquo for thebusiness fitted him perfectly It was all he had known his entire life Like his father he had his own philosophy ldquoIf you give the people good values they will patronize you again and againrdquo Roy was the boss over 300 store employees who respected him and carried on all the fine qualities passed down to him He was fondly called ldquothe universal merchantrdquo and seldom did he miss a daily visit to the store right up to the day of his death Robert died in 1967
Robertrsquos death was the end of the line of the Gregg boys and so the management of the store fell to his grandson Thomas Allen Gregg Thomas had joined the firm in 1945 and had retired in 1979 but came back when the department store sales had begun to lag due to changes in downtown the sale of the store from the Gregg family and the new interest in shop-ping the malls Thomas was a true believer in Lima as then-mayor Harry Moyer reported to the Lima News upon Thomasrsquo death ldquoHis was the first downtown business to give $10000 for the purchase of the northeast quadrant of the Squarerdquo That property was later developed into where the Blue Cross (now The Munici-pal) building and the Town Square Apartments are today Thomas died in 1983 and his son took Geoff took over as manager until the store closed in 1985
There was only one place the Gregg family was as faithful to something else besides the store and that was Market Street Presbyterian Church where all generations belonged beginning with that first fam-ily member
Greggs Department Store in 1958
Pet of the WeekCheck out Sundayrsquos Lifestyle section for your favorite pet pictures
OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
18 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Seasonings
Under pressureThe latest kitchen lsquomust haversquo
may be the electric cooker
New electric models are bringing pressure cooking back to the home kitchen and recipes such as pumpkin risotto are easy in them
Photos courtesy of MCT
A quick look at my home kitchen and you might think I was an avowed minimalist One pot a few saucepans and a cher-ished cast-iron skillet A cupboard of bakeware and bowls
and counter space for just a few appliances All the gadgets that can fit in one small drawer A few chosen knives
Noble I wish A would-be cookware junkie Irsquom saved from binge-ing on tools and equipment only by the postage-stamp size of my cooking space To make it in my kitchen an item has to be essential Which is why I canrsquot stop thinking about getting an electric pressure cooker
In addition to cooking foods in a fraction of the normal time with just the push of a few buttons electric pressure cookers promise so much more Completely self-contained there are models that offer automatic timers and multiple functions so you can brown meats and saute vegetables before pressure cooking perhaps simmer in-between steps and keep a dish warm after itrsquos done Some models double as rice cookers steamers and even slow cookers to seal the deal
Irsquove never owned a pressure cooker With all the horror stories Irsquod heard growing up about exploding cookers and dinners ending up on the ceiling I never seriously considered buying one But more friends are getting them and I seem to be noticing them everywhere lately not just in stores but on TV too No Irsquom not talking ldquoFear Factorrdquo but popular cooking shows where chefs brandish pressure cookers to make quick work of slow-cooked dishes for competition shows such as ldquoTop Chefrdquo and ldquoIron Chefrdquo
So is it all hype And what about the electric models mdash are they too good to be true Curious the LA Times Test Kitchen tested five popular electric cookers along with a highly regarded stove-top model for comparison
The results Pleasantly surprisingAt first glance therersquos no confusing an electric pressure cooker for
a traditional stove-top model These babies are nothing like your motherrsquos pressure cooker While many stove-top models look like a sturdy saucepan with an extra handle attached to the lid the electric models are bigger and bulkier mdash picture a slow cooker on steroids mdash bedazzled with buttons and digital displays Theyrsquore big enough to demand prime counter-top real estate yoursquod be hard-pressed to fit one in a normal cabinet The stainless steel All-Clad in particular reminded me of a mini bank vault it was heavier than the other models we tested and its substantial lid transformed at the touch of a button to lock and unlock (Irsquom convinced food mdash anything mdash would be safe in it even in the event of a nuclear holocaust)
Whatrsquos good about the electric models is that they do so many things automatically plug in the cooker press a few buttons and go You donrsquot have to hover over the stove adjusting the burner to regulate pressure or watch the clock to time when a dish is done The electric models switch off automatically mdash often beeping when done mdash slowly releasing pressure and keeping the dishes warm until needed
The digital displays can be extremely helpful in giving up-to-the-minute details on how a dish is progressing Some displays are very simple others much more colorful even entertaining (the Deni had me momentarily mesmerized) But there can be too much informa-tion At first the Cuisinartrsquos display was a little confusing even after reading the manual we still had to look up a video on YouTube to figure it out
All the models we tested had ldquobrowningrdquo andor ldquosauteingrdquo func-tions a convenient feature allowing you to sear meats and brown vegetables in the same pot before cooking While most of the elec-tric models were round our Deni test model was oval mdash much like a heavy-duty stove-top casserole mdash and not as deep as the others but it had more surface area on the bottom of the insert perfect for browning larger batches of food
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brandy cinnamon nutmeg cloves ginger lemon zest and juice Lock the pressure cooker and cook at high pressure for 2 minutes
3 Allow the cooker to release pressure naturally (10 to 20 min-utes) then carefully remove the lid Remove the cinnamon sticks and coarsely chop the apples for a coarse sauce or puree them in a blender or food processor for a smoother texture Taste the apple-sauce and adjust the sweetness and flavorings if desired
4 Set the applesauce aside to cool then cover and refrigerate until chilled Taste the applesauce once more (the flavorings will mute a little as the sauce chills) and adjust if desired This makes about 5 cups applesauce The applesauce will keep up to 10 days covered and refrigerated
Each one-half cup sauce 160 calories 0 protein 38 grams carbo-hydrates 2 grams fiber 0 fat 0 cholesterol 33 grams sugar 5 mg sodium
Pressure cookers are becoming a hot item again in home kitchens and are a huge step up from the old ones that always carried stories of exploding dinners New electric mod-els incorpo-rate many fea-tures includ-ing automatic temperature control and timing
20 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Having already experienced Ireland on a Trafalgar Tours coach I didnrsquot hesitate when I decided to see what life was like
to Irelandrsquos neighbors to the east England and Wales So I invite you to join me for this the first of a five-par installment
Irsquoll give you my observations and experiences and tell you what I think you should know if you want to see this part of Europe As far as price my travel mate Jane and I received what we thought was a good rate With airfare included the tour was $1900 apiece and that included all lodging full daily breakfasts three full dinners and shuttle transfers to and from Heathrow Airport
While with travel days the trip was 10 days and included Scotland as well Irsquoll get to Scotland next year By doing so I can begin a series in June on my New Eng-land fall colors week-long adventure through much of New Eng-land a trip which also extended itself beyond American boarders into new Brunswick Canada
As we did for Ireland we pre-loaded a Visa travel card with $1000 to supplement our upfront $1900 and some pocket money we intended to exchange to pounds for daily incidentals The card we intended to use to eat our lunches and dinners not cov-ered in Trafalgarrsquos cost
Not only did the card ensure no large credit card bills came when I returned but the dollars-to-pounds conversion was done automatically The card we used mostly for meals not covered in the cost of the tour
After a flight that covered 3331 miles most of which covered
night-time hours we arrived at Heathrow at 815 am on a Sat-urday I am always challenged when it comes to sleeping on a plane so the time worked well for me The Delta flight also worked well for me because above the drop-down tray was my own personal movie screen with a wide array of current movie selections that were free The full meal for me a meatless pasta dish on a Lenten Friday was quite tasty
Heathrow the second busiest airport in the world with only Atlantarsquos Hartsfield-Jackson being busier is like a small city in itself Donrsquot be intimidated though There are all sorts of people to help you get to where you need to be for baggage claim and shuttle transfers and cabs and such
We exchanged some money at the airport always for Ameri-cans a humbling experience because the dollar is so weak com-pared to Irelandrsquos euro and Englandrsquos pound Expect to give that
Another leap across the big pondEngland and Wales in 5 days
Travel Part 1
By John Grindrod
Westminster AbbyPhotos by John Grindrod
21 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
friendly Brit about two of your dollars for every pound yoursquoll get in return
Our shuttle got us to where we would spend the first two nights in London The Hilton Olympia on Kensington High Street a few blocks down from Princess Dianarsquos last home Kensington Palace
After check-in it was off to explore on our own so we headed for The Tube Londonrsquos underground mass transit system As we walked to the Kensington Station Jane and I saw the same admonishments painted at the street crossings that we saw the year before in Dublin either ldquoLook leftrdquo or ldquoLook rightrdquo They are painted there as a warning to tourists not used to roads where folks are driving vehicles on the left side of the road
Two all-day passes for any Tube ride or double-decker bus ride ran 13 pounds 20 pence in other words a little over $26 As I stepped into the train I couldnrsquot help but notice another direc-tive painted on the cement in front of the train carrsquos threshold ldquoMind the gaprdquo to warn those boarding to step over the small gap between platform and train car
Our first stop was Westminster Abbey which dates to the 11th century and is the huge canrsquot-miss church just west of Westminster Palace one of 10 residential choices available to Queen Elizabeth II Entry was 16 pounds (about $32) for each of us While a bit pricey it was something to which I would grow accustomed since London has a reputation as one of the worldrsquos most expensive cit-ies
I must say The Abbey which many of you saw on TV during Will and Katersquos wedding last April is perhaps the most impressive place Irsquove ever seen Originally it was an abbey for Benedictine monks that is until Henry VIII assumed direct royal control in 1539 and it became a church
Over the years it has been the site of coronations and burials of English mon-archs and other important persons Over 500 royals are buried in The Abbey and in the section known as Poetsrsquo Corner there resides eternally some of Englandrsquos great-est authors mdash Chaucer Tennyson Browning Masefield James Kipling and Dickens among them
Architecturally the most impressive aspect of the church to me was the ceiling well over 100 feet above and comprised of flying buttresses While no flash photog-raphy is allowed I did manage one photo of the ceiling before my impropriety was pointed out by one of the many stewards of the historic building
After leaving we headed for nearby Big Ben with its clock tower completed in 1859 It has become one of Londonrsquos most endearing symbols One misconception Irsquoll clear up is the name Big Ben isnrsquot the name of the clock but of one of the bells the 13-ton beauty that tolls each hour
As for its name there are two theories Some believe the bell was named for Lon-donrsquos first commissioner of works Benjamin Hall a man of formidable girth Others believe the bell was named for a popular heavyweight boxer of the 19th century Ben Count
We also admired the House of Parliament and Parliament Square across the street from the Abbey Further proof of Londonrsquos expense came when I had to answer naturersquos call A turnstile prevented my entry into the public restroom in Parliament Square until I dropped a fifty pence coin (the equivalent of $1) into the slot
We also walked to nearby Westminster Bridge to see what kind of river traffic there was on The Thames that day before returning to our Kensington High Street hotel
We dined at a nice pub down the street called The Hand and Flower on English favorites such as ham and chutney and fish and chips and did a little imbibing My choice was a fine English Ale with a beautiful bronze color Marstons
Next month Irsquoll take you on a morning stroll down Kensington High to see Kens-ington Palace and then out into London on two coach tours one in the morn-ing and one in the afternoon to see Buckingham Palace St Paulrsquos Cathedral The Tower of London and the famous Tower Bridge
TOP A portion of the ornate ceiling inside Westminster AbbyBOTTOM Big Ben Londons most endearing landmark
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Auglaize PERI 9 1130 am Speedway Lanes 455 N Herman St New Bremen Doug Brookhart on ldquoThe History of Water Plantsrdquo
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Parents and Friends of LesbiansGays 6 pm OSU LimaRhodes State 4240 Campus Dr Lima In the Public Service Building
Mended Hearts 7 pm St Ritarsquos Auxiliary Conference Center 718 W Market St Lima
Jan 4Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Richard Riggs on ldquoThe Lima Symphony Orchestrardquo
UAW 1211 Retirees 12 pm UAW Hall 1440 Bellefontaine
Ave Lima Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 5Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Jan 6ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Steel Magnolia 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 7Health Screenings 12 pm
Rite Aid Pharmacy 3230 W Elm St Lima
Jan 8Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 9Look Good Feel Better 4 pm
St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Look Good Feel Better 5 pm St Marys Community Public Library 140 S Chestnut St St Marys
Ottawa Country Music Jam 6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Kalida Branch Library 301 N Third St Kalida
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 10Bluffton Forum 11 am
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Tom Hafer on ldquoFitness as a Spiritual Disciplinerdquo In Founders Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Lima Area Watercolor Society 7 pm Immanuel United Methodist Church 699 Sunnydale St Elida
Jan 11Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Scott Lindstrom on
ldquoSolar Energyrdquo Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area Civil War Study Club 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Trinity Chapter Order of The Eastern Star 730 pm Lima Masonic Center 2165 N Cole St Lima
Jan 12Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 13Bluffton Colloquium 4
pm Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr George Lehman on ldquoNeuroleadership Good Science or Passing Fadrdquo In Centennial Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 14
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23 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
a will as your only plan-ning strategy With only a will yoursquoll likely face the potential problems of probatemdashincluding high costs and inevi-table delays For many families planning with different types of trusts and gifting strategies can ensure that your spouse and children receive what they need without the hassles and fees of probate court These tactics are not only for the wealthy mdash it may be even more important to the average farm family for exam-ple who may be land rich but cash poor3 Stop worrying about your finances and start enjoying retirement
The most important reason to plan is so that you can stop worry-ing If you know your assets are secure mdash that your spouse will have enough to live on when yoursquore gone that yoursquoll be able to pass something along to your kids mdash then you can focus your energy on the most important part of retirement mak-ing these years great Start thinking bigger and planning now to make 2012 the time you started truly enjoy-ing your golden years Thatrsquos a resolution wersquod all like to achieve mdash and you canMitch Adel is managing partner at Cooper Adel and Associates With offices in Centerburg Monroe Sidney and Wilmington Cooper Adel amp Associates has clients statewide and offers regular seminars to educate seniors on critical financial issues
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Plus II GatheringSupport Group 11 am Bradfield Community Center 550 S Collett St Lima For parents of twins On-site day care
Live Music Carl Rust in Concert 11 am The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Jan 15Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 16National Alliance on Mental
Illness 6 pm Challenged Higher Clubrsquos Drop-In Center 407 N Franklin St Van Wert
Auglaize Township Trustees 730 pm Auglaize Township Administration Building 7726 Bellefontaine Rd Harrod
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 17Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Caregiverrsquos Support Group 3 pm St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Jan 18Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Dr Matt Harbur on ldquoAgronomyrdquo
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Community Fellowship Meal 5 pm St John United Methodist Church 205 N High St Columbus Grove
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area UFO Associates 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Jan 19Allen County PERI 12 pm
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Peaceful Parenting 5 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Amputees in Motion 7 pm Bethel Baptist Church 630 Powers Ave Lima
Stomp 730 pm Veterans Memorial Civic Center 7 Town Sq Lima (419) 224-1552
Jan 20ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 21Lima Symphony Orchestra
presents Mozart by Candlelight 730 pm Trinity United Methodist Church 301 W Market St Lima
Jan 22Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 23Ottawa Country Music Jam
6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 24Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 James Nagle with ldquoStories from the Roadrdquo In Yoder Recital Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Family Movie Night 6 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Jenna Bush Hager 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 25Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 26Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 27Bluffton Colloquium 4 pm
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr Michael Edmiston on ldquoGadgets and the Curves They Throw Yourdquo In Stutzman Lecture Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 29Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 30Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 31Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
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Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
AAt Our Age QampA
GENERAL
QI prefer reading by audio book Does Social Security have audio publications
AYes we do You can find them at wwwsocialsecuritygovpubs Some of the publications available include What You Can Do Online How Social Security Can Help You
When A Family Member Dies Apply Online For Social Security Benefits and Your Social Security Card And Number You can listen now at wwwsocialsecuritygovpubs
QI am receiving Social Security retirement benefits and I recently went back to work Do I have to pay Social Security (FICA) taxes on my income
AYes By law your employer must withhold FICA taxes from your paycheck Although you are retired you do receive credit for those new earnings Each year Social
Security automatically credits the new earnings and if your new earnings are higher than in any earlier year used to calcu-late your current benefit your monthly benefit could increase For more information visit wwwsocialsecuritygov or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
RETIREMENT
QHow are my retirement benefits calculated
AYour Social Security benefits are based on earn-ings averaged over your lifetime Your actual earn-ings are first adjusted or ldquoindexedrdquo to account
for changes in average wages since the year the earnings were received Then we calculate your average monthly indexed earn-ings during the 35 years in which you earned the most We apply a formula to these earnings and arrive at your basic ben-
efit This is the amount you would receive at your full retire-ment age You may be able to estimate your benefit by using our Retirement Estimator which offers estimates based on your Social Security earnings You can find the Retirement Estimator at wwwsocialsecuritygovestimator
QI know that Social Securityrsquos full retirement age is gradually rising to 67 But does this mean the ldquoearlyrdquo retirement age will also be going up by two years
from age 62 to 64
ANo While it is true that under current law the full retire-ment age is gradually rising from 65 to 67 the ldquoearlyrdquo retirement age remains at 62 Keep in mind however
that taking early retirement reduces your benefit amount For more information about Social Security benefits visit the web-site at wwwsocialsecuritygovrampm1htm
SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME
QNext month Irsquoll turn 65 and because of my financial situation I thought Irsquod be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) But my neighbor told me Irsquod
probably be turned down because I have a friend who said he might help support me Is this true
AIf your friend helps support you it could have an effect on whether you get SSI and on the amount you receive Whether you can get SSI depends on your income and
resources (the things you own) If you have low income and few resources you may be able to get SSI However if you are receiving support from your friend or from anyone else that income will be considered when making a decision on your SSI eligibility and amount Support includes any food or shelter that is given to you or is received by you because someone else pays for it For more information visit wwwsocialsecuritygov and select ldquoSSIrdquo
QMy dad who is receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will be coming to live with me Does he have to report the move to Social Security
AYes An SSI beneficiary must report any change in liv-ing arrangements within 10 days after the month the change occurs If the change is not reported your dad
could receive an incorrect payment or he may not receive all the money that is due Also your dad needs to report his new address to Social Security so that he can receive mail from us Even if benefits are paid by direct deposit we need to be able to get in touch with him He can report the change by tele-phone mail or in person at any Social Security office Keep in mind that failing to report a change to Social Security could result in incorrect payments that may have to be paid back or a
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penalty deducted from SSI benefits Just call 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) You can get more information in the booklet Understanding SSI at wwwsocialsecuritygovssi
DISABILITY
QIrsquove heard there is a way for my daughter to get her disability application on the ldquofast-trackrdquo How does this work
AIf your daughter has one of the more than 100 impair-ments on the Compassionate Allowances list at wwwsocialsecuritygovcompassionateallowances her appli-
cation might be ldquofast-trackedrdquo for a decision Compassionate Allowances make it possible for applicants to receive a decision on their disability applications within days instead of months or years as long as their medical conditions are so severe that they obviously meet Social Securityrsquos definition of disability Learn more at wwwsocialsecuritygovcompassionateallowances
QDo I automatically get Medicare benefits if Irsquom eligi-ble for disability benefits
AAfter you have received disability benefits for 24 months we will automatically enroll you in Medicare We start counting the 24 months from the month you were enti-
tled to receive disability not the month when you received your first benefit payment Sometimes you can get State Medicaid in
the meantime There are exceptions to this rule People with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrigrsquos disease) and chronic renal disease may be able to get Medicare earlier For more infor-mation visit wwwsocialsecuritygov or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
QI am expecting a child and will be out of work for six months Can I qualify for short-term disability
ANo Social Security pays only for total disability mdash condi-tions that render you unable to work and are expected to last for at least a year or end in death No benefits are
payable for partial disability or short-term disability including benefits while on maternity leave
MEDICARE
QIf I retire and start getting Social Security retirement benefits at age 62 will my Medicare coverage begin then too
ANo Medicare benefits based on retirement do not begin until a person is age 65 If you retire at age 62 you may be able to continue to have medical insurance coverage
through your employer or purchase it from an insurance com-pany until you reach age 65 and become eligible for Medicare For more information about who can get Medicare visit wwwmedicaregov
12
By day he is a service technician but by night and on weekends you will find Jim Boedicker somewhere enter-taining a crowd with his music ldquoIrsquom so thankful I did 106
dates last yearrdquo said the talented guitar player and vocalist Despite his youthful appearance 59-year-old Boedicker has
been entertaining folks for 45 years He is well known for his humorous songs trick guitar work and standards performing arrangements from varied styles like rock country bluegrass or Gospel The rural Ada resident has also been on staff with the Perry Corporation since 1982 repairing copiers and printers full-time
Growing up in the Harrod area Jim first sang a solo at Christ-mastime in elementary school Then while in high school he became part of a Gospel group Although he originally played trombone in the school band when he was about 13 he got his first acoustic guitar and took lessons Later he was introduced to the electric guitar
As a teenager Boedicker also began teaching guitar at the for-mer Dearth Guitar Studios in Lima During his school years the entertainer remembers ldquoI really wasnrsquot much of an athlete I would retreat to my room and play guitarrdquo he said
Following his 1971 graduation from Allen East schools he attended Lima Technical College for about a year and a half
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Inspired
By Christina Ryan Claypool
Jim BoedickerEntertainer extraordinaire
in his own right
As a seasoned entertainer Boedicker has shared the stage with lots of fellow musicians He sometimes performs with Limarsquos Ed Zickafoose who is also a well-known entertainer in west central Ohio
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majoring in electronics and also joined a band that played at proms and homecom-ing dances Later Jim became a member of the contemporary Christian group Fresh Surrender with fellow musician Kelly Connor Spallinger and her cousins For more than six years this group per-formed for countless venues
Eventually Jim Boedicker became a familiar face to WTLW TV 44 viewers through his music with Fresh Surrender and by appearing on telethons there Decades ago he also spent time volun-teering at WTGN radio on air from mid-night until 6 am
ldquoWTLW and WTGN gave me a lot of vis-ibilityrdquo said Boedicker As a songwriter he won second place in ldquoThe Christian Artists Music Festivalrdquo in Estes Colo in 1981
In 1980 Jim married his wife the for-mer Sally Czeto who is a graduate of Bath schools The couple met at the Allen County Fair when Jim was manning a booth for Dearth Guitar Studios where he worked part-time for about five years Although he is known locally he has also played the same venues as artists Alison Krauss and Ricky Skaggs
ldquoI never made a living playing musicrdquo said Jim but the seasoned entertainer has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80
Jim Boedicker (left) with Mike Wright a well known area banjoguitar player teamed up in the late eighters Boedicker plays everything from bluegrass to gos-pel musicLima News Archives
ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real
rewarding to merdquo mdash Jim Boedicker
See INSPIRED bull 14
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has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80 dates a year you can find Boedicker performing at private events banquets fairs festi-vals etc Currently he is one of the music leaders at the Bath cam-pus of the Shawnee Community United Methodist Church too
Besides blessing others Jimrsquos music has provided extra income to assist with his sonrsquos medical expenses In explanation the Boedickerrsquos only child 27-year-old Andrew was born with spina bifida along with significant autism
ldquoWe had real financial needs because of my sonrsquos medical needsrdquo said Jim After his sonrsquos birth Boedicker took ldquomore of a business approachrdquo to playing music to supplement the family income The couple continues to care for Andrew at home and are also involved with Bittersweet Farms and the Autism Support Group
Due to his steadfast support at the time of Andrewrsquos birth his former Pastor Dave Thompson has had a great influence on Jimrsquos life He ldquohas been a big encouragement and friendrdquo said Boed-icker Musically he was ldquoreally influenced by Chet Atkins he does everything on the guitarrdquo he said
On Friday nights you will usually find Jim Boedicker entertaining the crowd at Italian restaurant Viva Maria which is located at Lost Creek Golf Course Boedicker is always prepared to take requests from those listening
ldquoI just do family stuff and I think there is a real need for fam-ily entertainmentrdquo Whatever his venue ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real rewarding to merdquo
For the man who has been delighting crowds with his music since he was just a teen Boedicker has learned a lot of lessons along the way The biggest is ldquoStaying in balance You could wear yourself out The older you get the harder it is to keep up with the schedulerdquo he said
As for folks requesting bookings Jim Boedicker hopes that his phone wonrsquot stop ringing anytime soon But with an entertainer as talented as he is you can bet thatrsquos not going to happen
Christina Ryan Claypool is a freelance journalist and inspirational speaker Contact her through her Website at wwwchristinaryanclaypoolcom
bull To contact Jim Boedicker go to his Website at wwwjimboedickercom email him
at jboewatchtvnet or phone him at 419-649-8495
Do you have a vintage carGet it featured in The Lima News Real Wheels
on Fridays Contact Merri Hanjora
DRIVING FORCE
15
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Your Money
What are your new yearrsquos resolutions this year Are your resolutions like most of us focused on spending less and saving more Unfortunately that can only take you so far
There is so much attention given to small financial worries that many seniors neglect larger issues that can have a significant impact on their lives and their families Now is the time for you and your loved ones to think about the big picture to take steps to protect your assets and to start 2012 off on the right foot1 Take advantage of state and federal programs to help pay for medical care prescription drugs at-home care or nursing home care
Seniors have access to a multitude of state and federal programs but many do not take advantage of them because they donrsquot know they exist or they donrsquot know how to enroll In the realm of health care alone ensuring coverage for prescription drugs and utilizing programs that pay for at-home care can significantly impact your monthly finances
Most Ohioans can utilize Medicare Part D to help pay for prescrip-tion drugs and your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) can point you toward you the best overall coverage There are a lot of options so itrsquos important to take the time to find the best one for you and your family It also may make sense to work with a professional with a thorough understanding of the possibilities and drawbacks of each program
Nursing home care can be even more burdensome mdash as Medicare pays for only the first 20 days before requiring co-payment To qual-ify for any coverage there also must be a prior three-day hospital stay With average Ohio nursing home costs at more than $6000 per month and all healthcare costs spiraling upward itrsquos critical to have a plan to use all of the resources at your disposal keep expenses from affecting your savings2 Make sure you have a comprehensive strategy to protect your assets from taxes and probate
While clipping coupons can make a dent in your weekly grocery bill ensuring that your savings are secure can make a much bigger long-term financial impact for you and your family Tax planning and estate planning are part of a comprehensive approach to protecting your finances and your future
Tax laws are changing dramatically in 2013 with many rates going up While standard tax advice would encourage deferring payments into the future the prospect of higher rates in 2013 means that in many cases you may want to pay now rather than later
Probate costs are another way your family can lose assets if you donrsquot plan ahead Itrsquos critical to understand the limitations of having
Thinking big in the new year
See YOUR MONEY bull 23
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
16
It was all in the familyRichard T Gregg the original owner of
Greggrsquos Department Store died at his home in Lima in 1942 and he was a man to be hon-ored both before and after his death Perhaps his philosophy about business had a lot to do with it for he said ldquoWe will treat each and every cus-tomer as though they were a guest in our homerdquo That thought was religiously carried on genera-tion after generation of the Gregg family
Gregg certainly knew his merchandise as well he should his family had been in the mercantile business since the Revolutionary period He had personally started his own store in Tiffin in 1885 when he was 25 years old It was known as a dry goods sewing and notions store and merchan-dise was top quality because he ordered almost everything from Marshall Field in Chicago And there was a definite friendship between Gregg and Field for when Gregg decided business was slow in Tiffin it was Field who suggested he relocate to Lima
He also knew what the word patience meant One of the things in his possession was a pair of saddlebags which his father used when he rode horseback from Ohio to the wholesale markets to buy things for his store and then had to wait for long periods for the goods to arrive
Gregg opened his store in Lima in 1900 in the Black Block a four story building on North Main Street There were shops on the first floor offices on the second and the Lima Public Library occu-pied the third He began with 5000 square feet of space and when the family eventually bought the building in 1935 he had 218000 square feet that included an annex across the street The idea of moving never crossed his mind for he had moved here when downtown was flourishing and he kept his confidence in its growth He not only ran a successful business but gave back to the com-munity of Lima with his backing everything new that happened here
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Suprisingly it wasnrsquot depressing
It actually brought some things into focus
Some see it as something to avoidhellip I saw it as a responsibilityrdquo
Why you decide isnrsquot importantJust decide
ldquoI SEE IT AS A RESPONSIBILITYrdquo
ldquoWhy you decide to preplan
your funeral isnrsquot important
Itrsquos that you do decide
Thatrsquos whatrsquos important
Time Capsule
R T GreggA man with great foresight
By Jeanne Porreca R T Gregg
Roy Gregg
Tom Gregg
Geoff Gregg
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
17
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Gregg had been married before coming to Lima to Emma Jane Beery and three children were born to them Roy Beery Robert T and Margaret Robert T died in 1931 after an auto accident and his wife died in 1945 Upon the senior Greggrsquos death in 1942 ownership passed to his son Roy Beery It was said of Roy that he was ldquoa perfect example of a round peg in a round holerdquo for thebusiness fitted him perfectly It was all he had known his entire life Like his father he had his own philosophy ldquoIf you give the people good values they will patronize you again and againrdquo Roy was the boss over 300 store employees who respected him and carried on all the fine qualities passed down to him He was fondly called ldquothe universal merchantrdquo and seldom did he miss a daily visit to the store right up to the day of his death Robert died in 1967
Robertrsquos death was the end of the line of the Gregg boys and so the management of the store fell to his grandson Thomas Allen Gregg Thomas had joined the firm in 1945 and had retired in 1979 but came back when the department store sales had begun to lag due to changes in downtown the sale of the store from the Gregg family and the new interest in shop-ping the malls Thomas was a true believer in Lima as then-mayor Harry Moyer reported to the Lima News upon Thomasrsquo death ldquoHis was the first downtown business to give $10000 for the purchase of the northeast quadrant of the Squarerdquo That property was later developed into where the Blue Cross (now The Munici-pal) building and the Town Square Apartments are today Thomas died in 1983 and his son took Geoff took over as manager until the store closed in 1985
There was only one place the Gregg family was as faithful to something else besides the store and that was Market Street Presbyterian Church where all generations belonged beginning with that first fam-ily member
Greggs Department Store in 1958
Pet of the WeekCheck out Sundayrsquos Lifestyle section for your favorite pet pictures
OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
18 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Seasonings
Under pressureThe latest kitchen lsquomust haversquo
may be the electric cooker
New electric models are bringing pressure cooking back to the home kitchen and recipes such as pumpkin risotto are easy in them
Photos courtesy of MCT
A quick look at my home kitchen and you might think I was an avowed minimalist One pot a few saucepans and a cher-ished cast-iron skillet A cupboard of bakeware and bowls
and counter space for just a few appliances All the gadgets that can fit in one small drawer A few chosen knives
Noble I wish A would-be cookware junkie Irsquom saved from binge-ing on tools and equipment only by the postage-stamp size of my cooking space To make it in my kitchen an item has to be essential Which is why I canrsquot stop thinking about getting an electric pressure cooker
In addition to cooking foods in a fraction of the normal time with just the push of a few buttons electric pressure cookers promise so much more Completely self-contained there are models that offer automatic timers and multiple functions so you can brown meats and saute vegetables before pressure cooking perhaps simmer in-between steps and keep a dish warm after itrsquos done Some models double as rice cookers steamers and even slow cookers to seal the deal
Irsquove never owned a pressure cooker With all the horror stories Irsquod heard growing up about exploding cookers and dinners ending up on the ceiling I never seriously considered buying one But more friends are getting them and I seem to be noticing them everywhere lately not just in stores but on TV too No Irsquom not talking ldquoFear Factorrdquo but popular cooking shows where chefs brandish pressure cookers to make quick work of slow-cooked dishes for competition shows such as ldquoTop Chefrdquo and ldquoIron Chefrdquo
So is it all hype And what about the electric models mdash are they too good to be true Curious the LA Times Test Kitchen tested five popular electric cookers along with a highly regarded stove-top model for comparison
The results Pleasantly surprisingAt first glance therersquos no confusing an electric pressure cooker for
a traditional stove-top model These babies are nothing like your motherrsquos pressure cooker While many stove-top models look like a sturdy saucepan with an extra handle attached to the lid the electric models are bigger and bulkier mdash picture a slow cooker on steroids mdash bedazzled with buttons and digital displays Theyrsquore big enough to demand prime counter-top real estate yoursquod be hard-pressed to fit one in a normal cabinet The stainless steel All-Clad in particular reminded me of a mini bank vault it was heavier than the other models we tested and its substantial lid transformed at the touch of a button to lock and unlock (Irsquom convinced food mdash anything mdash would be safe in it even in the event of a nuclear holocaust)
Whatrsquos good about the electric models is that they do so many things automatically plug in the cooker press a few buttons and go You donrsquot have to hover over the stove adjusting the burner to regulate pressure or watch the clock to time when a dish is done The electric models switch off automatically mdash often beeping when done mdash slowly releasing pressure and keeping the dishes warm until needed
The digital displays can be extremely helpful in giving up-to-the-minute details on how a dish is progressing Some displays are very simple others much more colorful even entertaining (the Deni had me momentarily mesmerized) But there can be too much informa-tion At first the Cuisinartrsquos display was a little confusing even after reading the manual we still had to look up a video on YouTube to figure it out
All the models we tested had ldquobrowningrdquo andor ldquosauteingrdquo func-tions a convenient feature allowing you to sear meats and brown vegetables in the same pot before cooking While most of the elec-tric models were round our Deni test model was oval mdash much like a heavy-duty stove-top casserole mdash and not as deep as the others but it had more surface area on the bottom of the insert perfect for browning larger batches of food
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19 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
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Dr Davis was outstanding and the most caring physician I have known- Rick Jutte Columbus
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BRANDIED APPLESAUCETotal time 40 minutes plus cooling and chilling timeServings Makes about 5 cups4 pounds Granny Smith apples or other cooking apples34 cup dark brown sugar12 cup apple cider13 cup brandy preferably applejack2 cinnamon sticksPinch nutmegPinch ground clovesPinch dried gingerZest and juice of 12 lemon1 Peel core and quarter the apples2 In a pressure cooker combine the apples brown sugar cider
brandy cinnamon nutmeg cloves ginger lemon zest and juice Lock the pressure cooker and cook at high pressure for 2 minutes
3 Allow the cooker to release pressure naturally (10 to 20 min-utes) then carefully remove the lid Remove the cinnamon sticks and coarsely chop the apples for a coarse sauce or puree them in a blender or food processor for a smoother texture Taste the apple-sauce and adjust the sweetness and flavorings if desired
4 Set the applesauce aside to cool then cover and refrigerate until chilled Taste the applesauce once more (the flavorings will mute a little as the sauce chills) and adjust if desired This makes about 5 cups applesauce The applesauce will keep up to 10 days covered and refrigerated
Each one-half cup sauce 160 calories 0 protein 38 grams carbo-hydrates 2 grams fiber 0 fat 0 cholesterol 33 grams sugar 5 mg sodium
Pressure cookers are becoming a hot item again in home kitchens and are a huge step up from the old ones that always carried stories of exploding dinners New electric mod-els incorpo-rate many fea-tures includ-ing automatic temperature control and timing
20 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Having already experienced Ireland on a Trafalgar Tours coach I didnrsquot hesitate when I decided to see what life was like
to Irelandrsquos neighbors to the east England and Wales So I invite you to join me for this the first of a five-par installment
Irsquoll give you my observations and experiences and tell you what I think you should know if you want to see this part of Europe As far as price my travel mate Jane and I received what we thought was a good rate With airfare included the tour was $1900 apiece and that included all lodging full daily breakfasts three full dinners and shuttle transfers to and from Heathrow Airport
While with travel days the trip was 10 days and included Scotland as well Irsquoll get to Scotland next year By doing so I can begin a series in June on my New Eng-land fall colors week-long adventure through much of New Eng-land a trip which also extended itself beyond American boarders into new Brunswick Canada
As we did for Ireland we pre-loaded a Visa travel card with $1000 to supplement our upfront $1900 and some pocket money we intended to exchange to pounds for daily incidentals The card we intended to use to eat our lunches and dinners not cov-ered in Trafalgarrsquos cost
Not only did the card ensure no large credit card bills came when I returned but the dollars-to-pounds conversion was done automatically The card we used mostly for meals not covered in the cost of the tour
After a flight that covered 3331 miles most of which covered
night-time hours we arrived at Heathrow at 815 am on a Sat-urday I am always challenged when it comes to sleeping on a plane so the time worked well for me The Delta flight also worked well for me because above the drop-down tray was my own personal movie screen with a wide array of current movie selections that were free The full meal for me a meatless pasta dish on a Lenten Friday was quite tasty
Heathrow the second busiest airport in the world with only Atlantarsquos Hartsfield-Jackson being busier is like a small city in itself Donrsquot be intimidated though There are all sorts of people to help you get to where you need to be for baggage claim and shuttle transfers and cabs and such
We exchanged some money at the airport always for Ameri-cans a humbling experience because the dollar is so weak com-pared to Irelandrsquos euro and Englandrsquos pound Expect to give that
Another leap across the big pondEngland and Wales in 5 days
Travel Part 1
By John Grindrod
Westminster AbbyPhotos by John Grindrod
21 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
friendly Brit about two of your dollars for every pound yoursquoll get in return
Our shuttle got us to where we would spend the first two nights in London The Hilton Olympia on Kensington High Street a few blocks down from Princess Dianarsquos last home Kensington Palace
After check-in it was off to explore on our own so we headed for The Tube Londonrsquos underground mass transit system As we walked to the Kensington Station Jane and I saw the same admonishments painted at the street crossings that we saw the year before in Dublin either ldquoLook leftrdquo or ldquoLook rightrdquo They are painted there as a warning to tourists not used to roads where folks are driving vehicles on the left side of the road
Two all-day passes for any Tube ride or double-decker bus ride ran 13 pounds 20 pence in other words a little over $26 As I stepped into the train I couldnrsquot help but notice another direc-tive painted on the cement in front of the train carrsquos threshold ldquoMind the gaprdquo to warn those boarding to step over the small gap between platform and train car
Our first stop was Westminster Abbey which dates to the 11th century and is the huge canrsquot-miss church just west of Westminster Palace one of 10 residential choices available to Queen Elizabeth II Entry was 16 pounds (about $32) for each of us While a bit pricey it was something to which I would grow accustomed since London has a reputation as one of the worldrsquos most expensive cit-ies
I must say The Abbey which many of you saw on TV during Will and Katersquos wedding last April is perhaps the most impressive place Irsquove ever seen Originally it was an abbey for Benedictine monks that is until Henry VIII assumed direct royal control in 1539 and it became a church
Over the years it has been the site of coronations and burials of English mon-archs and other important persons Over 500 royals are buried in The Abbey and in the section known as Poetsrsquo Corner there resides eternally some of Englandrsquos great-est authors mdash Chaucer Tennyson Browning Masefield James Kipling and Dickens among them
Architecturally the most impressive aspect of the church to me was the ceiling well over 100 feet above and comprised of flying buttresses While no flash photog-raphy is allowed I did manage one photo of the ceiling before my impropriety was pointed out by one of the many stewards of the historic building
After leaving we headed for nearby Big Ben with its clock tower completed in 1859 It has become one of Londonrsquos most endearing symbols One misconception Irsquoll clear up is the name Big Ben isnrsquot the name of the clock but of one of the bells the 13-ton beauty that tolls each hour
As for its name there are two theories Some believe the bell was named for Lon-donrsquos first commissioner of works Benjamin Hall a man of formidable girth Others believe the bell was named for a popular heavyweight boxer of the 19th century Ben Count
We also admired the House of Parliament and Parliament Square across the street from the Abbey Further proof of Londonrsquos expense came when I had to answer naturersquos call A turnstile prevented my entry into the public restroom in Parliament Square until I dropped a fifty pence coin (the equivalent of $1) into the slot
We also walked to nearby Westminster Bridge to see what kind of river traffic there was on The Thames that day before returning to our Kensington High Street hotel
We dined at a nice pub down the street called The Hand and Flower on English favorites such as ham and chutney and fish and chips and did a little imbibing My choice was a fine English Ale with a beautiful bronze color Marstons
Next month Irsquoll take you on a morning stroll down Kensington High to see Kens-ington Palace and then out into London on two coach tours one in the morn-ing and one in the afternoon to see Buckingham Palace St Paulrsquos Cathedral The Tower of London and the famous Tower Bridge
TOP A portion of the ornate ceiling inside Westminster AbbyBOTTOM Big Ben Londons most endearing landmark
22
Jan 1Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 2Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 3Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Auglaize PERI 9 1130 am Speedway Lanes 455 N Herman St New Bremen Doug Brookhart on ldquoThe History of Water Plantsrdquo
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Parents and Friends of LesbiansGays 6 pm OSU LimaRhodes State 4240 Campus Dr Lima In the Public Service Building
Mended Hearts 7 pm St Ritarsquos Auxiliary Conference Center 718 W Market St Lima
Jan 4Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Richard Riggs on ldquoThe Lima Symphony Orchestrardquo
UAW 1211 Retirees 12 pm UAW Hall 1440 Bellefontaine
Ave Lima Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 5Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Jan 6ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Steel Magnolia 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 7Health Screenings 12 pm
Rite Aid Pharmacy 3230 W Elm St Lima
Jan 8Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 9Look Good Feel Better 4 pm
St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Look Good Feel Better 5 pm St Marys Community Public Library 140 S Chestnut St St Marys
Ottawa Country Music Jam 6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Kalida Branch Library 301 N Third St Kalida
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 10Bluffton Forum 11 am
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Tom Hafer on ldquoFitness as a Spiritual Disciplinerdquo In Founders Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Lima Area Watercolor Society 7 pm Immanuel United Methodist Church 699 Sunnydale St Elida
Jan 11Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Scott Lindstrom on
ldquoSolar Energyrdquo Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area Civil War Study Club 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Trinity Chapter Order of The Eastern Star 730 pm Lima Masonic Center 2165 N Cole St Lima
Jan 12Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 13Bluffton Colloquium 4
pm Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr George Lehman on ldquoNeuroleadership Good Science or Passing Fadrdquo In Centennial Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 14
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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At Elmcroft yoursquoll enjoy
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appointmentsbull Plenty of activities bull A warm and cozy
environment bull Caring staff providing
care 24 hours a day
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Events calendar
23 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
a will as your only plan-ning strategy With only a will yoursquoll likely face the potential problems of probatemdashincluding high costs and inevi-table delays For many families planning with different types of trusts and gifting strategies can ensure that your spouse and children receive what they need without the hassles and fees of probate court These tactics are not only for the wealthy mdash it may be even more important to the average farm family for exam-ple who may be land rich but cash poor3 Stop worrying about your finances and start enjoying retirement
The most important reason to plan is so that you can stop worry-ing If you know your assets are secure mdash that your spouse will have enough to live on when yoursquore gone that yoursquoll be able to pass something along to your kids mdash then you can focus your energy on the most important part of retirement mak-ing these years great Start thinking bigger and planning now to make 2012 the time you started truly enjoy-ing your golden years Thatrsquos a resolution wersquod all like to achieve mdash and you canMitch Adel is managing partner at Cooper Adel and Associates With offices in Centerburg Monroe Sidney and Wilmington Cooper Adel amp Associates has clients statewide and offers regular seminars to educate seniors on critical financial issues
YOUR MONEY bull from 15 ndashndashndashndashndashndash
Plus II GatheringSupport Group 11 am Bradfield Community Center 550 S Collett St Lima For parents of twins On-site day care
Live Music Carl Rust in Concert 11 am The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Jan 15Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 16National Alliance on Mental
Illness 6 pm Challenged Higher Clubrsquos Drop-In Center 407 N Franklin St Van Wert
Auglaize Township Trustees 730 pm Auglaize Township Administration Building 7726 Bellefontaine Rd Harrod
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 17Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Caregiverrsquos Support Group 3 pm St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Jan 18Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Dr Matt Harbur on ldquoAgronomyrdquo
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Community Fellowship Meal 5 pm St John United Methodist Church 205 N High St Columbus Grove
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area UFO Associates 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Jan 19Allen County PERI 12 pm
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Peaceful Parenting 5 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Amputees in Motion 7 pm Bethel Baptist Church 630 Powers Ave Lima
Stomp 730 pm Veterans Memorial Civic Center 7 Town Sq Lima (419) 224-1552
Jan 20ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 21Lima Symphony Orchestra
presents Mozart by Candlelight 730 pm Trinity United Methodist Church 301 W Market St Lima
Jan 22Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 23Ottawa Country Music Jam
6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 24Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 James Nagle with ldquoStories from the Roadrdquo In Yoder Recital Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Family Movie Night 6 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Jenna Bush Hager 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 25Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 26Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 27Bluffton Colloquium 4 pm
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr Michael Edmiston on ldquoGadgets and the Curves They Throw Yourdquo In Stutzman Lecture Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 29Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 30Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 31Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
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penalty deducted from SSI benefits Just call 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) You can get more information in the booklet Understanding SSI at wwwsocialsecuritygovssi
DISABILITY
QIrsquove heard there is a way for my daughter to get her disability application on the ldquofast-trackrdquo How does this work
AIf your daughter has one of the more than 100 impair-ments on the Compassionate Allowances list at wwwsocialsecuritygovcompassionateallowances her appli-
cation might be ldquofast-trackedrdquo for a decision Compassionate Allowances make it possible for applicants to receive a decision on their disability applications within days instead of months or years as long as their medical conditions are so severe that they obviously meet Social Securityrsquos definition of disability Learn more at wwwsocialsecuritygovcompassionateallowances
QDo I automatically get Medicare benefits if Irsquom eligi-ble for disability benefits
AAfter you have received disability benefits for 24 months we will automatically enroll you in Medicare We start counting the 24 months from the month you were enti-
tled to receive disability not the month when you received your first benefit payment Sometimes you can get State Medicaid in
the meantime There are exceptions to this rule People with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrigrsquos disease) and chronic renal disease may be able to get Medicare earlier For more infor-mation visit wwwsocialsecuritygov or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
QI am expecting a child and will be out of work for six months Can I qualify for short-term disability
ANo Social Security pays only for total disability mdash condi-tions that render you unable to work and are expected to last for at least a year or end in death No benefits are
payable for partial disability or short-term disability including benefits while on maternity leave
MEDICARE
QIf I retire and start getting Social Security retirement benefits at age 62 will my Medicare coverage begin then too
ANo Medicare benefits based on retirement do not begin until a person is age 65 If you retire at age 62 you may be able to continue to have medical insurance coverage
through your employer or purchase it from an insurance com-pany until you reach age 65 and become eligible for Medicare For more information about who can get Medicare visit wwwmedicaregov
12
By day he is a service technician but by night and on weekends you will find Jim Boedicker somewhere enter-taining a crowd with his music ldquoIrsquom so thankful I did 106
dates last yearrdquo said the talented guitar player and vocalist Despite his youthful appearance 59-year-old Boedicker has
been entertaining folks for 45 years He is well known for his humorous songs trick guitar work and standards performing arrangements from varied styles like rock country bluegrass or Gospel The rural Ada resident has also been on staff with the Perry Corporation since 1982 repairing copiers and printers full-time
Growing up in the Harrod area Jim first sang a solo at Christ-mastime in elementary school Then while in high school he became part of a Gospel group Although he originally played trombone in the school band when he was about 13 he got his first acoustic guitar and took lessons Later he was introduced to the electric guitar
As a teenager Boedicker also began teaching guitar at the for-mer Dearth Guitar Studios in Lima During his school years the entertainer remembers ldquoI really wasnrsquot much of an athlete I would retreat to my room and play guitarrdquo he said
Following his 1971 graduation from Allen East schools he attended Lima Technical College for about a year and a half
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Inspired
By Christina Ryan Claypool
Jim BoedickerEntertainer extraordinaire
in his own right
As a seasoned entertainer Boedicker has shared the stage with lots of fellow musicians He sometimes performs with Limarsquos Ed Zickafoose who is also a well-known entertainer in west central Ohio
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majoring in electronics and also joined a band that played at proms and homecom-ing dances Later Jim became a member of the contemporary Christian group Fresh Surrender with fellow musician Kelly Connor Spallinger and her cousins For more than six years this group per-formed for countless venues
Eventually Jim Boedicker became a familiar face to WTLW TV 44 viewers through his music with Fresh Surrender and by appearing on telethons there Decades ago he also spent time volun-teering at WTGN radio on air from mid-night until 6 am
ldquoWTLW and WTGN gave me a lot of vis-ibilityrdquo said Boedicker As a songwriter he won second place in ldquoThe Christian Artists Music Festivalrdquo in Estes Colo in 1981
In 1980 Jim married his wife the for-mer Sally Czeto who is a graduate of Bath schools The couple met at the Allen County Fair when Jim was manning a booth for Dearth Guitar Studios where he worked part-time for about five years Although he is known locally he has also played the same venues as artists Alison Krauss and Ricky Skaggs
ldquoI never made a living playing musicrdquo said Jim but the seasoned entertainer has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80
Jim Boedicker (left) with Mike Wright a well known area banjoguitar player teamed up in the late eighters Boedicker plays everything from bluegrass to gos-pel musicLima News Archives
ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real
rewarding to merdquo mdash Jim Boedicker
See INSPIRED bull 14
Your weekends will never be the same
Check out 360 your TVentertainment guide
every Friday
14 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80 dates a year you can find Boedicker performing at private events banquets fairs festi-vals etc Currently he is one of the music leaders at the Bath cam-pus of the Shawnee Community United Methodist Church too
Besides blessing others Jimrsquos music has provided extra income to assist with his sonrsquos medical expenses In explanation the Boedickerrsquos only child 27-year-old Andrew was born with spina bifida along with significant autism
ldquoWe had real financial needs because of my sonrsquos medical needsrdquo said Jim After his sonrsquos birth Boedicker took ldquomore of a business approachrdquo to playing music to supplement the family income The couple continues to care for Andrew at home and are also involved with Bittersweet Farms and the Autism Support Group
Due to his steadfast support at the time of Andrewrsquos birth his former Pastor Dave Thompson has had a great influence on Jimrsquos life He ldquohas been a big encouragement and friendrdquo said Boed-icker Musically he was ldquoreally influenced by Chet Atkins he does everything on the guitarrdquo he said
On Friday nights you will usually find Jim Boedicker entertaining the crowd at Italian restaurant Viva Maria which is located at Lost Creek Golf Course Boedicker is always prepared to take requests from those listening
ldquoI just do family stuff and I think there is a real need for fam-ily entertainmentrdquo Whatever his venue ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real rewarding to merdquo
For the man who has been delighting crowds with his music since he was just a teen Boedicker has learned a lot of lessons along the way The biggest is ldquoStaying in balance You could wear yourself out The older you get the harder it is to keep up with the schedulerdquo he said
As for folks requesting bookings Jim Boedicker hopes that his phone wonrsquot stop ringing anytime soon But with an entertainer as talented as he is you can bet thatrsquos not going to happen
Christina Ryan Claypool is a freelance journalist and inspirational speaker Contact her through her Website at wwwchristinaryanclaypoolcom
bull To contact Jim Boedicker go to his Website at wwwjimboedickercom email him
at jboewatchtvnet or phone him at 419-649-8495
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Your Money
What are your new yearrsquos resolutions this year Are your resolutions like most of us focused on spending less and saving more Unfortunately that can only take you so far
There is so much attention given to small financial worries that many seniors neglect larger issues that can have a significant impact on their lives and their families Now is the time for you and your loved ones to think about the big picture to take steps to protect your assets and to start 2012 off on the right foot1 Take advantage of state and federal programs to help pay for medical care prescription drugs at-home care or nursing home care
Seniors have access to a multitude of state and federal programs but many do not take advantage of them because they donrsquot know they exist or they donrsquot know how to enroll In the realm of health care alone ensuring coverage for prescription drugs and utilizing programs that pay for at-home care can significantly impact your monthly finances
Most Ohioans can utilize Medicare Part D to help pay for prescrip-tion drugs and your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) can point you toward you the best overall coverage There are a lot of options so itrsquos important to take the time to find the best one for you and your family It also may make sense to work with a professional with a thorough understanding of the possibilities and drawbacks of each program
Nursing home care can be even more burdensome mdash as Medicare pays for only the first 20 days before requiring co-payment To qual-ify for any coverage there also must be a prior three-day hospital stay With average Ohio nursing home costs at more than $6000 per month and all healthcare costs spiraling upward itrsquos critical to have a plan to use all of the resources at your disposal keep expenses from affecting your savings2 Make sure you have a comprehensive strategy to protect your assets from taxes and probate
While clipping coupons can make a dent in your weekly grocery bill ensuring that your savings are secure can make a much bigger long-term financial impact for you and your family Tax planning and estate planning are part of a comprehensive approach to protecting your finances and your future
Tax laws are changing dramatically in 2013 with many rates going up While standard tax advice would encourage deferring payments into the future the prospect of higher rates in 2013 means that in many cases you may want to pay now rather than later
Probate costs are another way your family can lose assets if you donrsquot plan ahead Itrsquos critical to understand the limitations of having
Thinking big in the new year
See YOUR MONEY bull 23
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
16
It was all in the familyRichard T Gregg the original owner of
Greggrsquos Department Store died at his home in Lima in 1942 and he was a man to be hon-ored both before and after his death Perhaps his philosophy about business had a lot to do with it for he said ldquoWe will treat each and every cus-tomer as though they were a guest in our homerdquo That thought was religiously carried on genera-tion after generation of the Gregg family
Gregg certainly knew his merchandise as well he should his family had been in the mercantile business since the Revolutionary period He had personally started his own store in Tiffin in 1885 when he was 25 years old It was known as a dry goods sewing and notions store and merchan-dise was top quality because he ordered almost everything from Marshall Field in Chicago And there was a definite friendship between Gregg and Field for when Gregg decided business was slow in Tiffin it was Field who suggested he relocate to Lima
He also knew what the word patience meant One of the things in his possession was a pair of saddlebags which his father used when he rode horseback from Ohio to the wholesale markets to buy things for his store and then had to wait for long periods for the goods to arrive
Gregg opened his store in Lima in 1900 in the Black Block a four story building on North Main Street There were shops on the first floor offices on the second and the Lima Public Library occu-pied the third He began with 5000 square feet of space and when the family eventually bought the building in 1935 he had 218000 square feet that included an annex across the street The idea of moving never crossed his mind for he had moved here when downtown was flourishing and he kept his confidence in its growth He not only ran a successful business but gave back to the com-munity of Lima with his backing everything new that happened here
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Suprisingly it wasnrsquot depressing
It actually brought some things into focus
Some see it as something to avoidhellip I saw it as a responsibilityrdquo
Why you decide isnrsquot importantJust decide
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ldquoWhy you decide to preplan
your funeral isnrsquot important
Itrsquos that you do decide
Thatrsquos whatrsquos important
Time Capsule
R T GreggA man with great foresight
By Jeanne Porreca R T Gregg
Roy Gregg
Tom Gregg
Geoff Gregg
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
17
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Gregg had been married before coming to Lima to Emma Jane Beery and three children were born to them Roy Beery Robert T and Margaret Robert T died in 1931 after an auto accident and his wife died in 1945 Upon the senior Greggrsquos death in 1942 ownership passed to his son Roy Beery It was said of Roy that he was ldquoa perfect example of a round peg in a round holerdquo for thebusiness fitted him perfectly It was all he had known his entire life Like his father he had his own philosophy ldquoIf you give the people good values they will patronize you again and againrdquo Roy was the boss over 300 store employees who respected him and carried on all the fine qualities passed down to him He was fondly called ldquothe universal merchantrdquo and seldom did he miss a daily visit to the store right up to the day of his death Robert died in 1967
Robertrsquos death was the end of the line of the Gregg boys and so the management of the store fell to his grandson Thomas Allen Gregg Thomas had joined the firm in 1945 and had retired in 1979 but came back when the department store sales had begun to lag due to changes in downtown the sale of the store from the Gregg family and the new interest in shop-ping the malls Thomas was a true believer in Lima as then-mayor Harry Moyer reported to the Lima News upon Thomasrsquo death ldquoHis was the first downtown business to give $10000 for the purchase of the northeast quadrant of the Squarerdquo That property was later developed into where the Blue Cross (now The Munici-pal) building and the Town Square Apartments are today Thomas died in 1983 and his son took Geoff took over as manager until the store closed in 1985
There was only one place the Gregg family was as faithful to something else besides the store and that was Market Street Presbyterian Church where all generations belonged beginning with that first fam-ily member
Greggs Department Store in 1958
Pet of the WeekCheck out Sundayrsquos Lifestyle section for your favorite pet pictures
OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
18 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Seasonings
Under pressureThe latest kitchen lsquomust haversquo
may be the electric cooker
New electric models are bringing pressure cooking back to the home kitchen and recipes such as pumpkin risotto are easy in them
Photos courtesy of MCT
A quick look at my home kitchen and you might think I was an avowed minimalist One pot a few saucepans and a cher-ished cast-iron skillet A cupboard of bakeware and bowls
and counter space for just a few appliances All the gadgets that can fit in one small drawer A few chosen knives
Noble I wish A would-be cookware junkie Irsquom saved from binge-ing on tools and equipment only by the postage-stamp size of my cooking space To make it in my kitchen an item has to be essential Which is why I canrsquot stop thinking about getting an electric pressure cooker
In addition to cooking foods in a fraction of the normal time with just the push of a few buttons electric pressure cookers promise so much more Completely self-contained there are models that offer automatic timers and multiple functions so you can brown meats and saute vegetables before pressure cooking perhaps simmer in-between steps and keep a dish warm after itrsquos done Some models double as rice cookers steamers and even slow cookers to seal the deal
Irsquove never owned a pressure cooker With all the horror stories Irsquod heard growing up about exploding cookers and dinners ending up on the ceiling I never seriously considered buying one But more friends are getting them and I seem to be noticing them everywhere lately not just in stores but on TV too No Irsquom not talking ldquoFear Factorrdquo but popular cooking shows where chefs brandish pressure cookers to make quick work of slow-cooked dishes for competition shows such as ldquoTop Chefrdquo and ldquoIron Chefrdquo
So is it all hype And what about the electric models mdash are they too good to be true Curious the LA Times Test Kitchen tested five popular electric cookers along with a highly regarded stove-top model for comparison
The results Pleasantly surprisingAt first glance therersquos no confusing an electric pressure cooker for
a traditional stove-top model These babies are nothing like your motherrsquos pressure cooker While many stove-top models look like a sturdy saucepan with an extra handle attached to the lid the electric models are bigger and bulkier mdash picture a slow cooker on steroids mdash bedazzled with buttons and digital displays Theyrsquore big enough to demand prime counter-top real estate yoursquod be hard-pressed to fit one in a normal cabinet The stainless steel All-Clad in particular reminded me of a mini bank vault it was heavier than the other models we tested and its substantial lid transformed at the touch of a button to lock and unlock (Irsquom convinced food mdash anything mdash would be safe in it even in the event of a nuclear holocaust)
Whatrsquos good about the electric models is that they do so many things automatically plug in the cooker press a few buttons and go You donrsquot have to hover over the stove adjusting the burner to regulate pressure or watch the clock to time when a dish is done The electric models switch off automatically mdash often beeping when done mdash slowly releasing pressure and keeping the dishes warm until needed
The digital displays can be extremely helpful in giving up-to-the-minute details on how a dish is progressing Some displays are very simple others much more colorful even entertaining (the Deni had me momentarily mesmerized) But there can be too much informa-tion At first the Cuisinartrsquos display was a little confusing even after reading the manual we still had to look up a video on YouTube to figure it out
All the models we tested had ldquobrowningrdquo andor ldquosauteingrdquo func-tions a convenient feature allowing you to sear meats and brown vegetables in the same pot before cooking While most of the elec-tric models were round our Deni test model was oval mdash much like a heavy-duty stove-top casserole mdash and not as deep as the others but it had more surface area on the bottom of the insert perfect for browning larger batches of food
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(419) 222-8346wwwmyimagemedicalcom
ndash My leg veins had become so bad that I was unable to pursue my love of runningAfter completing treatment I have successfully competed in two half-marathons
Dr Davis was outstanding and the most caring physician I have known- Rick Jutte Columbus
What our patientsare saying
for treatment of varicose
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BRANDIED APPLESAUCETotal time 40 minutes plus cooling and chilling timeServings Makes about 5 cups4 pounds Granny Smith apples or other cooking apples34 cup dark brown sugar12 cup apple cider13 cup brandy preferably applejack2 cinnamon sticksPinch nutmegPinch ground clovesPinch dried gingerZest and juice of 12 lemon1 Peel core and quarter the apples2 In a pressure cooker combine the apples brown sugar cider
brandy cinnamon nutmeg cloves ginger lemon zest and juice Lock the pressure cooker and cook at high pressure for 2 minutes
3 Allow the cooker to release pressure naturally (10 to 20 min-utes) then carefully remove the lid Remove the cinnamon sticks and coarsely chop the apples for a coarse sauce or puree them in a blender or food processor for a smoother texture Taste the apple-sauce and adjust the sweetness and flavorings if desired
4 Set the applesauce aside to cool then cover and refrigerate until chilled Taste the applesauce once more (the flavorings will mute a little as the sauce chills) and adjust if desired This makes about 5 cups applesauce The applesauce will keep up to 10 days covered and refrigerated
Each one-half cup sauce 160 calories 0 protein 38 grams carbo-hydrates 2 grams fiber 0 fat 0 cholesterol 33 grams sugar 5 mg sodium
Pressure cookers are becoming a hot item again in home kitchens and are a huge step up from the old ones that always carried stories of exploding dinners New electric mod-els incorpo-rate many fea-tures includ-ing automatic temperature control and timing
20 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Having already experienced Ireland on a Trafalgar Tours coach I didnrsquot hesitate when I decided to see what life was like
to Irelandrsquos neighbors to the east England and Wales So I invite you to join me for this the first of a five-par installment
Irsquoll give you my observations and experiences and tell you what I think you should know if you want to see this part of Europe As far as price my travel mate Jane and I received what we thought was a good rate With airfare included the tour was $1900 apiece and that included all lodging full daily breakfasts three full dinners and shuttle transfers to and from Heathrow Airport
While with travel days the trip was 10 days and included Scotland as well Irsquoll get to Scotland next year By doing so I can begin a series in June on my New Eng-land fall colors week-long adventure through much of New Eng-land a trip which also extended itself beyond American boarders into new Brunswick Canada
As we did for Ireland we pre-loaded a Visa travel card with $1000 to supplement our upfront $1900 and some pocket money we intended to exchange to pounds for daily incidentals The card we intended to use to eat our lunches and dinners not cov-ered in Trafalgarrsquos cost
Not only did the card ensure no large credit card bills came when I returned but the dollars-to-pounds conversion was done automatically The card we used mostly for meals not covered in the cost of the tour
After a flight that covered 3331 miles most of which covered
night-time hours we arrived at Heathrow at 815 am on a Sat-urday I am always challenged when it comes to sleeping on a plane so the time worked well for me The Delta flight also worked well for me because above the drop-down tray was my own personal movie screen with a wide array of current movie selections that were free The full meal for me a meatless pasta dish on a Lenten Friday was quite tasty
Heathrow the second busiest airport in the world with only Atlantarsquos Hartsfield-Jackson being busier is like a small city in itself Donrsquot be intimidated though There are all sorts of people to help you get to where you need to be for baggage claim and shuttle transfers and cabs and such
We exchanged some money at the airport always for Ameri-cans a humbling experience because the dollar is so weak com-pared to Irelandrsquos euro and Englandrsquos pound Expect to give that
Another leap across the big pondEngland and Wales in 5 days
Travel Part 1
By John Grindrod
Westminster AbbyPhotos by John Grindrod
21 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
friendly Brit about two of your dollars for every pound yoursquoll get in return
Our shuttle got us to where we would spend the first two nights in London The Hilton Olympia on Kensington High Street a few blocks down from Princess Dianarsquos last home Kensington Palace
After check-in it was off to explore on our own so we headed for The Tube Londonrsquos underground mass transit system As we walked to the Kensington Station Jane and I saw the same admonishments painted at the street crossings that we saw the year before in Dublin either ldquoLook leftrdquo or ldquoLook rightrdquo They are painted there as a warning to tourists not used to roads where folks are driving vehicles on the left side of the road
Two all-day passes for any Tube ride or double-decker bus ride ran 13 pounds 20 pence in other words a little over $26 As I stepped into the train I couldnrsquot help but notice another direc-tive painted on the cement in front of the train carrsquos threshold ldquoMind the gaprdquo to warn those boarding to step over the small gap between platform and train car
Our first stop was Westminster Abbey which dates to the 11th century and is the huge canrsquot-miss church just west of Westminster Palace one of 10 residential choices available to Queen Elizabeth II Entry was 16 pounds (about $32) for each of us While a bit pricey it was something to which I would grow accustomed since London has a reputation as one of the worldrsquos most expensive cit-ies
I must say The Abbey which many of you saw on TV during Will and Katersquos wedding last April is perhaps the most impressive place Irsquove ever seen Originally it was an abbey for Benedictine monks that is until Henry VIII assumed direct royal control in 1539 and it became a church
Over the years it has been the site of coronations and burials of English mon-archs and other important persons Over 500 royals are buried in The Abbey and in the section known as Poetsrsquo Corner there resides eternally some of Englandrsquos great-est authors mdash Chaucer Tennyson Browning Masefield James Kipling and Dickens among them
Architecturally the most impressive aspect of the church to me was the ceiling well over 100 feet above and comprised of flying buttresses While no flash photog-raphy is allowed I did manage one photo of the ceiling before my impropriety was pointed out by one of the many stewards of the historic building
After leaving we headed for nearby Big Ben with its clock tower completed in 1859 It has become one of Londonrsquos most endearing symbols One misconception Irsquoll clear up is the name Big Ben isnrsquot the name of the clock but of one of the bells the 13-ton beauty that tolls each hour
As for its name there are two theories Some believe the bell was named for Lon-donrsquos first commissioner of works Benjamin Hall a man of formidable girth Others believe the bell was named for a popular heavyweight boxer of the 19th century Ben Count
We also admired the House of Parliament and Parliament Square across the street from the Abbey Further proof of Londonrsquos expense came when I had to answer naturersquos call A turnstile prevented my entry into the public restroom in Parliament Square until I dropped a fifty pence coin (the equivalent of $1) into the slot
We also walked to nearby Westminster Bridge to see what kind of river traffic there was on The Thames that day before returning to our Kensington High Street hotel
We dined at a nice pub down the street called The Hand and Flower on English favorites such as ham and chutney and fish and chips and did a little imbibing My choice was a fine English Ale with a beautiful bronze color Marstons
Next month Irsquoll take you on a morning stroll down Kensington High to see Kens-ington Palace and then out into London on two coach tours one in the morn-ing and one in the afternoon to see Buckingham Palace St Paulrsquos Cathedral The Tower of London and the famous Tower Bridge
TOP A portion of the ornate ceiling inside Westminster AbbyBOTTOM Big Ben Londons most endearing landmark
22
Jan 1Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 2Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 3Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Auglaize PERI 9 1130 am Speedway Lanes 455 N Herman St New Bremen Doug Brookhart on ldquoThe History of Water Plantsrdquo
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Parents and Friends of LesbiansGays 6 pm OSU LimaRhodes State 4240 Campus Dr Lima In the Public Service Building
Mended Hearts 7 pm St Ritarsquos Auxiliary Conference Center 718 W Market St Lima
Jan 4Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Richard Riggs on ldquoThe Lima Symphony Orchestrardquo
UAW 1211 Retirees 12 pm UAW Hall 1440 Bellefontaine
Ave Lima Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 5Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Jan 6ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Steel Magnolia 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 7Health Screenings 12 pm
Rite Aid Pharmacy 3230 W Elm St Lima
Jan 8Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 9Look Good Feel Better 4 pm
St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Look Good Feel Better 5 pm St Marys Community Public Library 140 S Chestnut St St Marys
Ottawa Country Music Jam 6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Kalida Branch Library 301 N Third St Kalida
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 10Bluffton Forum 11 am
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Tom Hafer on ldquoFitness as a Spiritual Disciplinerdquo In Founders Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Lima Area Watercolor Society 7 pm Immanuel United Methodist Church 699 Sunnydale St Elida
Jan 11Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Scott Lindstrom on
ldquoSolar Energyrdquo Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area Civil War Study Club 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Trinity Chapter Order of The Eastern Star 730 pm Lima Masonic Center 2165 N Cole St Lima
Jan 12Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 13Bluffton Colloquium 4
pm Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr George Lehman on ldquoNeuroleadership Good Science or Passing Fadrdquo In Centennial Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 14
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23 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
a will as your only plan-ning strategy With only a will yoursquoll likely face the potential problems of probatemdashincluding high costs and inevi-table delays For many families planning with different types of trusts and gifting strategies can ensure that your spouse and children receive what they need without the hassles and fees of probate court These tactics are not only for the wealthy mdash it may be even more important to the average farm family for exam-ple who may be land rich but cash poor3 Stop worrying about your finances and start enjoying retirement
The most important reason to plan is so that you can stop worry-ing If you know your assets are secure mdash that your spouse will have enough to live on when yoursquore gone that yoursquoll be able to pass something along to your kids mdash then you can focus your energy on the most important part of retirement mak-ing these years great Start thinking bigger and planning now to make 2012 the time you started truly enjoy-ing your golden years Thatrsquos a resolution wersquod all like to achieve mdash and you canMitch Adel is managing partner at Cooper Adel and Associates With offices in Centerburg Monroe Sidney and Wilmington Cooper Adel amp Associates has clients statewide and offers regular seminars to educate seniors on critical financial issues
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Plus II GatheringSupport Group 11 am Bradfield Community Center 550 S Collett St Lima For parents of twins On-site day care
Live Music Carl Rust in Concert 11 am The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Jan 15Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 16National Alliance on Mental
Illness 6 pm Challenged Higher Clubrsquos Drop-In Center 407 N Franklin St Van Wert
Auglaize Township Trustees 730 pm Auglaize Township Administration Building 7726 Bellefontaine Rd Harrod
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 17Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Caregiverrsquos Support Group 3 pm St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Jan 18Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Dr Matt Harbur on ldquoAgronomyrdquo
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Community Fellowship Meal 5 pm St John United Methodist Church 205 N High St Columbus Grove
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area UFO Associates 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Jan 19Allen County PERI 12 pm
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Peaceful Parenting 5 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Amputees in Motion 7 pm Bethel Baptist Church 630 Powers Ave Lima
Stomp 730 pm Veterans Memorial Civic Center 7 Town Sq Lima (419) 224-1552
Jan 20ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 21Lima Symphony Orchestra
presents Mozart by Candlelight 730 pm Trinity United Methodist Church 301 W Market St Lima
Jan 22Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 23Ottawa Country Music Jam
6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 24Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 James Nagle with ldquoStories from the Roadrdquo In Yoder Recital Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Family Movie Night 6 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Jenna Bush Hager 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 25Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 26Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 27Bluffton Colloquium 4 pm
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr Michael Edmiston on ldquoGadgets and the Curves They Throw Yourdquo In Stutzman Lecture Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 29Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 30Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 31Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
24 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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By day he is a service technician but by night and on weekends you will find Jim Boedicker somewhere enter-taining a crowd with his music ldquoIrsquom so thankful I did 106
dates last yearrdquo said the talented guitar player and vocalist Despite his youthful appearance 59-year-old Boedicker has
been entertaining folks for 45 years He is well known for his humorous songs trick guitar work and standards performing arrangements from varied styles like rock country bluegrass or Gospel The rural Ada resident has also been on staff with the Perry Corporation since 1982 repairing copiers and printers full-time
Growing up in the Harrod area Jim first sang a solo at Christ-mastime in elementary school Then while in high school he became part of a Gospel group Although he originally played trombone in the school band when he was about 13 he got his first acoustic guitar and took lessons Later he was introduced to the electric guitar
As a teenager Boedicker also began teaching guitar at the for-mer Dearth Guitar Studios in Lima During his school years the entertainer remembers ldquoI really wasnrsquot much of an athlete I would retreat to my room and play guitarrdquo he said
Following his 1971 graduation from Allen East schools he attended Lima Technical College for about a year and a half
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Inspired
By Christina Ryan Claypool
Jim BoedickerEntertainer extraordinaire
in his own right
As a seasoned entertainer Boedicker has shared the stage with lots of fellow musicians He sometimes performs with Limarsquos Ed Zickafoose who is also a well-known entertainer in west central Ohio
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majoring in electronics and also joined a band that played at proms and homecom-ing dances Later Jim became a member of the contemporary Christian group Fresh Surrender with fellow musician Kelly Connor Spallinger and her cousins For more than six years this group per-formed for countless venues
Eventually Jim Boedicker became a familiar face to WTLW TV 44 viewers through his music with Fresh Surrender and by appearing on telethons there Decades ago he also spent time volun-teering at WTGN radio on air from mid-night until 6 am
ldquoWTLW and WTGN gave me a lot of vis-ibilityrdquo said Boedicker As a songwriter he won second place in ldquoThe Christian Artists Music Festivalrdquo in Estes Colo in 1981
In 1980 Jim married his wife the for-mer Sally Czeto who is a graduate of Bath schools The couple met at the Allen County Fair when Jim was manning a booth for Dearth Guitar Studios where he worked part-time for about five years Although he is known locally he has also played the same venues as artists Alison Krauss and Ricky Skaggs
ldquoI never made a living playing musicrdquo said Jim but the seasoned entertainer has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80
Jim Boedicker (left) with Mike Wright a well known area banjoguitar player teamed up in the late eighters Boedicker plays everything from bluegrass to gos-pel musicLima News Archives
ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real
rewarding to merdquo mdash Jim Boedicker
See INSPIRED bull 14
Your weekends will never be the same
Check out 360 your TVentertainment guide
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has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80 dates a year you can find Boedicker performing at private events banquets fairs festi-vals etc Currently he is one of the music leaders at the Bath cam-pus of the Shawnee Community United Methodist Church too
Besides blessing others Jimrsquos music has provided extra income to assist with his sonrsquos medical expenses In explanation the Boedickerrsquos only child 27-year-old Andrew was born with spina bifida along with significant autism
ldquoWe had real financial needs because of my sonrsquos medical needsrdquo said Jim After his sonrsquos birth Boedicker took ldquomore of a business approachrdquo to playing music to supplement the family income The couple continues to care for Andrew at home and are also involved with Bittersweet Farms and the Autism Support Group
Due to his steadfast support at the time of Andrewrsquos birth his former Pastor Dave Thompson has had a great influence on Jimrsquos life He ldquohas been a big encouragement and friendrdquo said Boed-icker Musically he was ldquoreally influenced by Chet Atkins he does everything on the guitarrdquo he said
On Friday nights you will usually find Jim Boedicker entertaining the crowd at Italian restaurant Viva Maria which is located at Lost Creek Golf Course Boedicker is always prepared to take requests from those listening
ldquoI just do family stuff and I think there is a real need for fam-ily entertainmentrdquo Whatever his venue ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real rewarding to merdquo
For the man who has been delighting crowds with his music since he was just a teen Boedicker has learned a lot of lessons along the way The biggest is ldquoStaying in balance You could wear yourself out The older you get the harder it is to keep up with the schedulerdquo he said
As for folks requesting bookings Jim Boedicker hopes that his phone wonrsquot stop ringing anytime soon But with an entertainer as talented as he is you can bet thatrsquos not going to happen
Christina Ryan Claypool is a freelance journalist and inspirational speaker Contact her through her Website at wwwchristinaryanclaypoolcom
bull To contact Jim Boedicker go to his Website at wwwjimboedickercom email him
at jboewatchtvnet or phone him at 419-649-8495
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What are your new yearrsquos resolutions this year Are your resolutions like most of us focused on spending less and saving more Unfortunately that can only take you so far
There is so much attention given to small financial worries that many seniors neglect larger issues that can have a significant impact on their lives and their families Now is the time for you and your loved ones to think about the big picture to take steps to protect your assets and to start 2012 off on the right foot1 Take advantage of state and federal programs to help pay for medical care prescription drugs at-home care or nursing home care
Seniors have access to a multitude of state and federal programs but many do not take advantage of them because they donrsquot know they exist or they donrsquot know how to enroll In the realm of health care alone ensuring coverage for prescription drugs and utilizing programs that pay for at-home care can significantly impact your monthly finances
Most Ohioans can utilize Medicare Part D to help pay for prescrip-tion drugs and your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) can point you toward you the best overall coverage There are a lot of options so itrsquos important to take the time to find the best one for you and your family It also may make sense to work with a professional with a thorough understanding of the possibilities and drawbacks of each program
Nursing home care can be even more burdensome mdash as Medicare pays for only the first 20 days before requiring co-payment To qual-ify for any coverage there also must be a prior three-day hospital stay With average Ohio nursing home costs at more than $6000 per month and all healthcare costs spiraling upward itrsquos critical to have a plan to use all of the resources at your disposal keep expenses from affecting your savings2 Make sure you have a comprehensive strategy to protect your assets from taxes and probate
While clipping coupons can make a dent in your weekly grocery bill ensuring that your savings are secure can make a much bigger long-term financial impact for you and your family Tax planning and estate planning are part of a comprehensive approach to protecting your finances and your future
Tax laws are changing dramatically in 2013 with many rates going up While standard tax advice would encourage deferring payments into the future the prospect of higher rates in 2013 means that in many cases you may want to pay now rather than later
Probate costs are another way your family can lose assets if you donrsquot plan ahead Itrsquos critical to understand the limitations of having
Thinking big in the new year
See YOUR MONEY bull 23
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
16
It was all in the familyRichard T Gregg the original owner of
Greggrsquos Department Store died at his home in Lima in 1942 and he was a man to be hon-ored both before and after his death Perhaps his philosophy about business had a lot to do with it for he said ldquoWe will treat each and every cus-tomer as though they were a guest in our homerdquo That thought was religiously carried on genera-tion after generation of the Gregg family
Gregg certainly knew his merchandise as well he should his family had been in the mercantile business since the Revolutionary period He had personally started his own store in Tiffin in 1885 when he was 25 years old It was known as a dry goods sewing and notions store and merchan-dise was top quality because he ordered almost everything from Marshall Field in Chicago And there was a definite friendship between Gregg and Field for when Gregg decided business was slow in Tiffin it was Field who suggested he relocate to Lima
He also knew what the word patience meant One of the things in his possession was a pair of saddlebags which his father used when he rode horseback from Ohio to the wholesale markets to buy things for his store and then had to wait for long periods for the goods to arrive
Gregg opened his store in Lima in 1900 in the Black Block a four story building on North Main Street There were shops on the first floor offices on the second and the Lima Public Library occu-pied the third He began with 5000 square feet of space and when the family eventually bought the building in 1935 he had 218000 square feet that included an annex across the street The idea of moving never crossed his mind for he had moved here when downtown was flourishing and he kept his confidence in its growth He not only ran a successful business but gave back to the com-munity of Lima with his backing everything new that happened here
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Suprisingly it wasnrsquot depressing
It actually brought some things into focus
Some see it as something to avoidhellip I saw it as a responsibilityrdquo
Why you decide isnrsquot importantJust decide
ldquoI SEE IT AS A RESPONSIBILITYrdquo
ldquoWhy you decide to preplan
your funeral isnrsquot important
Itrsquos that you do decide
Thatrsquos whatrsquos important
Time Capsule
R T GreggA man with great foresight
By Jeanne Porreca R T Gregg
Roy Gregg
Tom Gregg
Geoff Gregg
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
17
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Gregg had been married before coming to Lima to Emma Jane Beery and three children were born to them Roy Beery Robert T and Margaret Robert T died in 1931 after an auto accident and his wife died in 1945 Upon the senior Greggrsquos death in 1942 ownership passed to his son Roy Beery It was said of Roy that he was ldquoa perfect example of a round peg in a round holerdquo for thebusiness fitted him perfectly It was all he had known his entire life Like his father he had his own philosophy ldquoIf you give the people good values they will patronize you again and againrdquo Roy was the boss over 300 store employees who respected him and carried on all the fine qualities passed down to him He was fondly called ldquothe universal merchantrdquo and seldom did he miss a daily visit to the store right up to the day of his death Robert died in 1967
Robertrsquos death was the end of the line of the Gregg boys and so the management of the store fell to his grandson Thomas Allen Gregg Thomas had joined the firm in 1945 and had retired in 1979 but came back when the department store sales had begun to lag due to changes in downtown the sale of the store from the Gregg family and the new interest in shop-ping the malls Thomas was a true believer in Lima as then-mayor Harry Moyer reported to the Lima News upon Thomasrsquo death ldquoHis was the first downtown business to give $10000 for the purchase of the northeast quadrant of the Squarerdquo That property was later developed into where the Blue Cross (now The Munici-pal) building and the Town Square Apartments are today Thomas died in 1983 and his son took Geoff took over as manager until the store closed in 1985
There was only one place the Gregg family was as faithful to something else besides the store and that was Market Street Presbyterian Church where all generations belonged beginning with that first fam-ily member
Greggs Department Store in 1958
Pet of the WeekCheck out Sundayrsquos Lifestyle section for your favorite pet pictures
OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
18 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Seasonings
Under pressureThe latest kitchen lsquomust haversquo
may be the electric cooker
New electric models are bringing pressure cooking back to the home kitchen and recipes such as pumpkin risotto are easy in them
Photos courtesy of MCT
A quick look at my home kitchen and you might think I was an avowed minimalist One pot a few saucepans and a cher-ished cast-iron skillet A cupboard of bakeware and bowls
and counter space for just a few appliances All the gadgets that can fit in one small drawer A few chosen knives
Noble I wish A would-be cookware junkie Irsquom saved from binge-ing on tools and equipment only by the postage-stamp size of my cooking space To make it in my kitchen an item has to be essential Which is why I canrsquot stop thinking about getting an electric pressure cooker
In addition to cooking foods in a fraction of the normal time with just the push of a few buttons electric pressure cookers promise so much more Completely self-contained there are models that offer automatic timers and multiple functions so you can brown meats and saute vegetables before pressure cooking perhaps simmer in-between steps and keep a dish warm after itrsquos done Some models double as rice cookers steamers and even slow cookers to seal the deal
Irsquove never owned a pressure cooker With all the horror stories Irsquod heard growing up about exploding cookers and dinners ending up on the ceiling I never seriously considered buying one But more friends are getting them and I seem to be noticing them everywhere lately not just in stores but on TV too No Irsquom not talking ldquoFear Factorrdquo but popular cooking shows where chefs brandish pressure cookers to make quick work of slow-cooked dishes for competition shows such as ldquoTop Chefrdquo and ldquoIron Chefrdquo
So is it all hype And what about the electric models mdash are they too good to be true Curious the LA Times Test Kitchen tested five popular electric cookers along with a highly regarded stove-top model for comparison
The results Pleasantly surprisingAt first glance therersquos no confusing an electric pressure cooker for
a traditional stove-top model These babies are nothing like your motherrsquos pressure cooker While many stove-top models look like a sturdy saucepan with an extra handle attached to the lid the electric models are bigger and bulkier mdash picture a slow cooker on steroids mdash bedazzled with buttons and digital displays Theyrsquore big enough to demand prime counter-top real estate yoursquod be hard-pressed to fit one in a normal cabinet The stainless steel All-Clad in particular reminded me of a mini bank vault it was heavier than the other models we tested and its substantial lid transformed at the touch of a button to lock and unlock (Irsquom convinced food mdash anything mdash would be safe in it even in the event of a nuclear holocaust)
Whatrsquos good about the electric models is that they do so many things automatically plug in the cooker press a few buttons and go You donrsquot have to hover over the stove adjusting the burner to regulate pressure or watch the clock to time when a dish is done The electric models switch off automatically mdash often beeping when done mdash slowly releasing pressure and keeping the dishes warm until needed
The digital displays can be extremely helpful in giving up-to-the-minute details on how a dish is progressing Some displays are very simple others much more colorful even entertaining (the Deni had me momentarily mesmerized) But there can be too much informa-tion At first the Cuisinartrsquos display was a little confusing even after reading the manual we still had to look up a video on YouTube to figure it out
All the models we tested had ldquobrowningrdquo andor ldquosauteingrdquo func-tions a convenient feature allowing you to sear meats and brown vegetables in the same pot before cooking While most of the elec-tric models were round our Deni test model was oval mdash much like a heavy-duty stove-top casserole mdash and not as deep as the others but it had more surface area on the bottom of the insert perfect for browning larger batches of food
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BRANDIED APPLESAUCETotal time 40 minutes plus cooling and chilling timeServings Makes about 5 cups4 pounds Granny Smith apples or other cooking apples34 cup dark brown sugar12 cup apple cider13 cup brandy preferably applejack2 cinnamon sticksPinch nutmegPinch ground clovesPinch dried gingerZest and juice of 12 lemon1 Peel core and quarter the apples2 In a pressure cooker combine the apples brown sugar cider
brandy cinnamon nutmeg cloves ginger lemon zest and juice Lock the pressure cooker and cook at high pressure for 2 minutes
3 Allow the cooker to release pressure naturally (10 to 20 min-utes) then carefully remove the lid Remove the cinnamon sticks and coarsely chop the apples for a coarse sauce or puree them in a blender or food processor for a smoother texture Taste the apple-sauce and adjust the sweetness and flavorings if desired
4 Set the applesauce aside to cool then cover and refrigerate until chilled Taste the applesauce once more (the flavorings will mute a little as the sauce chills) and adjust if desired This makes about 5 cups applesauce The applesauce will keep up to 10 days covered and refrigerated
Each one-half cup sauce 160 calories 0 protein 38 grams carbo-hydrates 2 grams fiber 0 fat 0 cholesterol 33 grams sugar 5 mg sodium
Pressure cookers are becoming a hot item again in home kitchens and are a huge step up from the old ones that always carried stories of exploding dinners New electric mod-els incorpo-rate many fea-tures includ-ing automatic temperature control and timing
20 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Having already experienced Ireland on a Trafalgar Tours coach I didnrsquot hesitate when I decided to see what life was like
to Irelandrsquos neighbors to the east England and Wales So I invite you to join me for this the first of a five-par installment
Irsquoll give you my observations and experiences and tell you what I think you should know if you want to see this part of Europe As far as price my travel mate Jane and I received what we thought was a good rate With airfare included the tour was $1900 apiece and that included all lodging full daily breakfasts three full dinners and shuttle transfers to and from Heathrow Airport
While with travel days the trip was 10 days and included Scotland as well Irsquoll get to Scotland next year By doing so I can begin a series in June on my New Eng-land fall colors week-long adventure through much of New Eng-land a trip which also extended itself beyond American boarders into new Brunswick Canada
As we did for Ireland we pre-loaded a Visa travel card with $1000 to supplement our upfront $1900 and some pocket money we intended to exchange to pounds for daily incidentals The card we intended to use to eat our lunches and dinners not cov-ered in Trafalgarrsquos cost
Not only did the card ensure no large credit card bills came when I returned but the dollars-to-pounds conversion was done automatically The card we used mostly for meals not covered in the cost of the tour
After a flight that covered 3331 miles most of which covered
night-time hours we arrived at Heathrow at 815 am on a Sat-urday I am always challenged when it comes to sleeping on a plane so the time worked well for me The Delta flight also worked well for me because above the drop-down tray was my own personal movie screen with a wide array of current movie selections that were free The full meal for me a meatless pasta dish on a Lenten Friday was quite tasty
Heathrow the second busiest airport in the world with only Atlantarsquos Hartsfield-Jackson being busier is like a small city in itself Donrsquot be intimidated though There are all sorts of people to help you get to where you need to be for baggage claim and shuttle transfers and cabs and such
We exchanged some money at the airport always for Ameri-cans a humbling experience because the dollar is so weak com-pared to Irelandrsquos euro and Englandrsquos pound Expect to give that
Another leap across the big pondEngland and Wales in 5 days
Travel Part 1
By John Grindrod
Westminster AbbyPhotos by John Grindrod
21 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
friendly Brit about two of your dollars for every pound yoursquoll get in return
Our shuttle got us to where we would spend the first two nights in London The Hilton Olympia on Kensington High Street a few blocks down from Princess Dianarsquos last home Kensington Palace
After check-in it was off to explore on our own so we headed for The Tube Londonrsquos underground mass transit system As we walked to the Kensington Station Jane and I saw the same admonishments painted at the street crossings that we saw the year before in Dublin either ldquoLook leftrdquo or ldquoLook rightrdquo They are painted there as a warning to tourists not used to roads where folks are driving vehicles on the left side of the road
Two all-day passes for any Tube ride or double-decker bus ride ran 13 pounds 20 pence in other words a little over $26 As I stepped into the train I couldnrsquot help but notice another direc-tive painted on the cement in front of the train carrsquos threshold ldquoMind the gaprdquo to warn those boarding to step over the small gap between platform and train car
Our first stop was Westminster Abbey which dates to the 11th century and is the huge canrsquot-miss church just west of Westminster Palace one of 10 residential choices available to Queen Elizabeth II Entry was 16 pounds (about $32) for each of us While a bit pricey it was something to which I would grow accustomed since London has a reputation as one of the worldrsquos most expensive cit-ies
I must say The Abbey which many of you saw on TV during Will and Katersquos wedding last April is perhaps the most impressive place Irsquove ever seen Originally it was an abbey for Benedictine monks that is until Henry VIII assumed direct royal control in 1539 and it became a church
Over the years it has been the site of coronations and burials of English mon-archs and other important persons Over 500 royals are buried in The Abbey and in the section known as Poetsrsquo Corner there resides eternally some of Englandrsquos great-est authors mdash Chaucer Tennyson Browning Masefield James Kipling and Dickens among them
Architecturally the most impressive aspect of the church to me was the ceiling well over 100 feet above and comprised of flying buttresses While no flash photog-raphy is allowed I did manage one photo of the ceiling before my impropriety was pointed out by one of the many stewards of the historic building
After leaving we headed for nearby Big Ben with its clock tower completed in 1859 It has become one of Londonrsquos most endearing symbols One misconception Irsquoll clear up is the name Big Ben isnrsquot the name of the clock but of one of the bells the 13-ton beauty that tolls each hour
As for its name there are two theories Some believe the bell was named for Lon-donrsquos first commissioner of works Benjamin Hall a man of formidable girth Others believe the bell was named for a popular heavyweight boxer of the 19th century Ben Count
We also admired the House of Parliament and Parliament Square across the street from the Abbey Further proof of Londonrsquos expense came when I had to answer naturersquos call A turnstile prevented my entry into the public restroom in Parliament Square until I dropped a fifty pence coin (the equivalent of $1) into the slot
We also walked to nearby Westminster Bridge to see what kind of river traffic there was on The Thames that day before returning to our Kensington High Street hotel
We dined at a nice pub down the street called The Hand and Flower on English favorites such as ham and chutney and fish and chips and did a little imbibing My choice was a fine English Ale with a beautiful bronze color Marstons
Next month Irsquoll take you on a morning stroll down Kensington High to see Kens-ington Palace and then out into London on two coach tours one in the morn-ing and one in the afternoon to see Buckingham Palace St Paulrsquos Cathedral The Tower of London and the famous Tower Bridge
TOP A portion of the ornate ceiling inside Westminster AbbyBOTTOM Big Ben Londons most endearing landmark
22
Jan 1Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 2Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 3Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Auglaize PERI 9 1130 am Speedway Lanes 455 N Herman St New Bremen Doug Brookhart on ldquoThe History of Water Plantsrdquo
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Parents and Friends of LesbiansGays 6 pm OSU LimaRhodes State 4240 Campus Dr Lima In the Public Service Building
Mended Hearts 7 pm St Ritarsquos Auxiliary Conference Center 718 W Market St Lima
Jan 4Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Richard Riggs on ldquoThe Lima Symphony Orchestrardquo
UAW 1211 Retirees 12 pm UAW Hall 1440 Bellefontaine
Ave Lima Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 5Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Jan 6ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Steel Magnolia 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 7Health Screenings 12 pm
Rite Aid Pharmacy 3230 W Elm St Lima
Jan 8Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 9Look Good Feel Better 4 pm
St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Look Good Feel Better 5 pm St Marys Community Public Library 140 S Chestnut St St Marys
Ottawa Country Music Jam 6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Kalida Branch Library 301 N Third St Kalida
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 10Bluffton Forum 11 am
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Tom Hafer on ldquoFitness as a Spiritual Disciplinerdquo In Founders Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Lima Area Watercolor Society 7 pm Immanuel United Methodist Church 699 Sunnydale St Elida
Jan 11Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Scott Lindstrom on
ldquoSolar Energyrdquo Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area Civil War Study Club 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Trinity Chapter Order of The Eastern Star 730 pm Lima Masonic Center 2165 N Cole St Lima
Jan 12Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 13Bluffton Colloquium 4
pm Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr George Lehman on ldquoNeuroleadership Good Science or Passing Fadrdquo In Centennial Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 14
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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appointmentsbull Plenty of activities bull A warm and cozy
environment bull Caring staff providing
care 24 hours a day
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Events calendar
23 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
a will as your only plan-ning strategy With only a will yoursquoll likely face the potential problems of probatemdashincluding high costs and inevi-table delays For many families planning with different types of trusts and gifting strategies can ensure that your spouse and children receive what they need without the hassles and fees of probate court These tactics are not only for the wealthy mdash it may be even more important to the average farm family for exam-ple who may be land rich but cash poor3 Stop worrying about your finances and start enjoying retirement
The most important reason to plan is so that you can stop worry-ing If you know your assets are secure mdash that your spouse will have enough to live on when yoursquore gone that yoursquoll be able to pass something along to your kids mdash then you can focus your energy on the most important part of retirement mak-ing these years great Start thinking bigger and planning now to make 2012 the time you started truly enjoy-ing your golden years Thatrsquos a resolution wersquod all like to achieve mdash and you canMitch Adel is managing partner at Cooper Adel and Associates With offices in Centerburg Monroe Sidney and Wilmington Cooper Adel amp Associates has clients statewide and offers regular seminars to educate seniors on critical financial issues
YOUR MONEY bull from 15 ndashndashndashndashndashndash
Plus II GatheringSupport Group 11 am Bradfield Community Center 550 S Collett St Lima For parents of twins On-site day care
Live Music Carl Rust in Concert 11 am The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Jan 15Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 16National Alliance on Mental
Illness 6 pm Challenged Higher Clubrsquos Drop-In Center 407 N Franklin St Van Wert
Auglaize Township Trustees 730 pm Auglaize Township Administration Building 7726 Bellefontaine Rd Harrod
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 17Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Caregiverrsquos Support Group 3 pm St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Jan 18Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Dr Matt Harbur on ldquoAgronomyrdquo
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Community Fellowship Meal 5 pm St John United Methodist Church 205 N High St Columbus Grove
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area UFO Associates 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Jan 19Allen County PERI 12 pm
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Peaceful Parenting 5 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Amputees in Motion 7 pm Bethel Baptist Church 630 Powers Ave Lima
Stomp 730 pm Veterans Memorial Civic Center 7 Town Sq Lima (419) 224-1552
Jan 20ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 21Lima Symphony Orchestra
presents Mozart by Candlelight 730 pm Trinity United Methodist Church 301 W Market St Lima
Jan 22Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 23Ottawa Country Music Jam
6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 24Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 James Nagle with ldquoStories from the Roadrdquo In Yoder Recital Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Family Movie Night 6 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Jenna Bush Hager 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 25Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 26Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 27Bluffton Colloquium 4 pm
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr Michael Edmiston on ldquoGadgets and the Curves They Throw Yourdquo In Stutzman Lecture Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 29Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 30Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 31Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
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majoring in electronics and also joined a band that played at proms and homecom-ing dances Later Jim became a member of the contemporary Christian group Fresh Surrender with fellow musician Kelly Connor Spallinger and her cousins For more than six years this group per-formed for countless venues
Eventually Jim Boedicker became a familiar face to WTLW TV 44 viewers through his music with Fresh Surrender and by appearing on telethons there Decades ago he also spent time volun-teering at WTGN radio on air from mid-night until 6 am
ldquoWTLW and WTGN gave me a lot of vis-ibilityrdquo said Boedicker As a songwriter he won second place in ldquoThe Christian Artists Music Festivalrdquo in Estes Colo in 1981
In 1980 Jim married his wife the for-mer Sally Czeto who is a graduate of Bath schools The couple met at the Allen County Fair when Jim was manning a booth for Dearth Guitar Studios where he worked part-time for about five years Although he is known locally he has also played the same venues as artists Alison Krauss and Ricky Skaggs
ldquoI never made a living playing musicrdquo said Jim but the seasoned entertainer has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80
Jim Boedicker (left) with Mike Wright a well known area banjoguitar player teamed up in the late eighters Boedicker plays everything from bluegrass to gos-pel musicLima News Archives
ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real
rewarding to merdquo mdash Jim Boedicker
See INSPIRED bull 14
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has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80 dates a year you can find Boedicker performing at private events banquets fairs festi-vals etc Currently he is one of the music leaders at the Bath cam-pus of the Shawnee Community United Methodist Church too
Besides blessing others Jimrsquos music has provided extra income to assist with his sonrsquos medical expenses In explanation the Boedickerrsquos only child 27-year-old Andrew was born with spina bifida along with significant autism
ldquoWe had real financial needs because of my sonrsquos medical needsrdquo said Jim After his sonrsquos birth Boedicker took ldquomore of a business approachrdquo to playing music to supplement the family income The couple continues to care for Andrew at home and are also involved with Bittersweet Farms and the Autism Support Group
Due to his steadfast support at the time of Andrewrsquos birth his former Pastor Dave Thompson has had a great influence on Jimrsquos life He ldquohas been a big encouragement and friendrdquo said Boed-icker Musically he was ldquoreally influenced by Chet Atkins he does everything on the guitarrdquo he said
On Friday nights you will usually find Jim Boedicker entertaining the crowd at Italian restaurant Viva Maria which is located at Lost Creek Golf Course Boedicker is always prepared to take requests from those listening
ldquoI just do family stuff and I think there is a real need for fam-ily entertainmentrdquo Whatever his venue ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real rewarding to merdquo
For the man who has been delighting crowds with his music since he was just a teen Boedicker has learned a lot of lessons along the way The biggest is ldquoStaying in balance You could wear yourself out The older you get the harder it is to keep up with the schedulerdquo he said
As for folks requesting bookings Jim Boedicker hopes that his phone wonrsquot stop ringing anytime soon But with an entertainer as talented as he is you can bet thatrsquos not going to happen
Christina Ryan Claypool is a freelance journalist and inspirational speaker Contact her through her Website at wwwchristinaryanclaypoolcom
bull To contact Jim Boedicker go to his Website at wwwjimboedickercom email him
at jboewatchtvnet or phone him at 419-649-8495
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Your Money
What are your new yearrsquos resolutions this year Are your resolutions like most of us focused on spending less and saving more Unfortunately that can only take you so far
There is so much attention given to small financial worries that many seniors neglect larger issues that can have a significant impact on their lives and their families Now is the time for you and your loved ones to think about the big picture to take steps to protect your assets and to start 2012 off on the right foot1 Take advantage of state and federal programs to help pay for medical care prescription drugs at-home care or nursing home care
Seniors have access to a multitude of state and federal programs but many do not take advantage of them because they donrsquot know they exist or they donrsquot know how to enroll In the realm of health care alone ensuring coverage for prescription drugs and utilizing programs that pay for at-home care can significantly impact your monthly finances
Most Ohioans can utilize Medicare Part D to help pay for prescrip-tion drugs and your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) can point you toward you the best overall coverage There are a lot of options so itrsquos important to take the time to find the best one for you and your family It also may make sense to work with a professional with a thorough understanding of the possibilities and drawbacks of each program
Nursing home care can be even more burdensome mdash as Medicare pays for only the first 20 days before requiring co-payment To qual-ify for any coverage there also must be a prior three-day hospital stay With average Ohio nursing home costs at more than $6000 per month and all healthcare costs spiraling upward itrsquos critical to have a plan to use all of the resources at your disposal keep expenses from affecting your savings2 Make sure you have a comprehensive strategy to protect your assets from taxes and probate
While clipping coupons can make a dent in your weekly grocery bill ensuring that your savings are secure can make a much bigger long-term financial impact for you and your family Tax planning and estate planning are part of a comprehensive approach to protecting your finances and your future
Tax laws are changing dramatically in 2013 with many rates going up While standard tax advice would encourage deferring payments into the future the prospect of higher rates in 2013 means that in many cases you may want to pay now rather than later
Probate costs are another way your family can lose assets if you donrsquot plan ahead Itrsquos critical to understand the limitations of having
Thinking big in the new year
See YOUR MONEY bull 23
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
16
It was all in the familyRichard T Gregg the original owner of
Greggrsquos Department Store died at his home in Lima in 1942 and he was a man to be hon-ored both before and after his death Perhaps his philosophy about business had a lot to do with it for he said ldquoWe will treat each and every cus-tomer as though they were a guest in our homerdquo That thought was religiously carried on genera-tion after generation of the Gregg family
Gregg certainly knew his merchandise as well he should his family had been in the mercantile business since the Revolutionary period He had personally started his own store in Tiffin in 1885 when he was 25 years old It was known as a dry goods sewing and notions store and merchan-dise was top quality because he ordered almost everything from Marshall Field in Chicago And there was a definite friendship between Gregg and Field for when Gregg decided business was slow in Tiffin it was Field who suggested he relocate to Lima
He also knew what the word patience meant One of the things in his possession was a pair of saddlebags which his father used when he rode horseback from Ohio to the wholesale markets to buy things for his store and then had to wait for long periods for the goods to arrive
Gregg opened his store in Lima in 1900 in the Black Block a four story building on North Main Street There were shops on the first floor offices on the second and the Lima Public Library occu-pied the third He began with 5000 square feet of space and when the family eventually bought the building in 1935 he had 218000 square feet that included an annex across the street The idea of moving never crossed his mind for he had moved here when downtown was flourishing and he kept his confidence in its growth He not only ran a successful business but gave back to the com-munity of Lima with his backing everything new that happened here
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Suprisingly it wasnrsquot depressing
It actually brought some things into focus
Some see it as something to avoidhellip I saw it as a responsibilityrdquo
Why you decide isnrsquot importantJust decide
ldquoI SEE IT AS A RESPONSIBILITYrdquo
ldquoWhy you decide to preplan
your funeral isnrsquot important
Itrsquos that you do decide
Thatrsquos whatrsquos important
Time Capsule
R T GreggA man with great foresight
By Jeanne Porreca R T Gregg
Roy Gregg
Tom Gregg
Geoff Gregg
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
17
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Gregg had been married before coming to Lima to Emma Jane Beery and three children were born to them Roy Beery Robert T and Margaret Robert T died in 1931 after an auto accident and his wife died in 1945 Upon the senior Greggrsquos death in 1942 ownership passed to his son Roy Beery It was said of Roy that he was ldquoa perfect example of a round peg in a round holerdquo for thebusiness fitted him perfectly It was all he had known his entire life Like his father he had his own philosophy ldquoIf you give the people good values they will patronize you again and againrdquo Roy was the boss over 300 store employees who respected him and carried on all the fine qualities passed down to him He was fondly called ldquothe universal merchantrdquo and seldom did he miss a daily visit to the store right up to the day of his death Robert died in 1967
Robertrsquos death was the end of the line of the Gregg boys and so the management of the store fell to his grandson Thomas Allen Gregg Thomas had joined the firm in 1945 and had retired in 1979 but came back when the department store sales had begun to lag due to changes in downtown the sale of the store from the Gregg family and the new interest in shop-ping the malls Thomas was a true believer in Lima as then-mayor Harry Moyer reported to the Lima News upon Thomasrsquo death ldquoHis was the first downtown business to give $10000 for the purchase of the northeast quadrant of the Squarerdquo That property was later developed into where the Blue Cross (now The Munici-pal) building and the Town Square Apartments are today Thomas died in 1983 and his son took Geoff took over as manager until the store closed in 1985
There was only one place the Gregg family was as faithful to something else besides the store and that was Market Street Presbyterian Church where all generations belonged beginning with that first fam-ily member
Greggs Department Store in 1958
Pet of the WeekCheck out Sundayrsquos Lifestyle section for your favorite pet pictures
OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
18 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Seasonings
Under pressureThe latest kitchen lsquomust haversquo
may be the electric cooker
New electric models are bringing pressure cooking back to the home kitchen and recipes such as pumpkin risotto are easy in them
Photos courtesy of MCT
A quick look at my home kitchen and you might think I was an avowed minimalist One pot a few saucepans and a cher-ished cast-iron skillet A cupboard of bakeware and bowls
and counter space for just a few appliances All the gadgets that can fit in one small drawer A few chosen knives
Noble I wish A would-be cookware junkie Irsquom saved from binge-ing on tools and equipment only by the postage-stamp size of my cooking space To make it in my kitchen an item has to be essential Which is why I canrsquot stop thinking about getting an electric pressure cooker
In addition to cooking foods in a fraction of the normal time with just the push of a few buttons electric pressure cookers promise so much more Completely self-contained there are models that offer automatic timers and multiple functions so you can brown meats and saute vegetables before pressure cooking perhaps simmer in-between steps and keep a dish warm after itrsquos done Some models double as rice cookers steamers and even slow cookers to seal the deal
Irsquove never owned a pressure cooker With all the horror stories Irsquod heard growing up about exploding cookers and dinners ending up on the ceiling I never seriously considered buying one But more friends are getting them and I seem to be noticing them everywhere lately not just in stores but on TV too No Irsquom not talking ldquoFear Factorrdquo but popular cooking shows where chefs brandish pressure cookers to make quick work of slow-cooked dishes for competition shows such as ldquoTop Chefrdquo and ldquoIron Chefrdquo
So is it all hype And what about the electric models mdash are they too good to be true Curious the LA Times Test Kitchen tested five popular electric cookers along with a highly regarded stove-top model for comparison
The results Pleasantly surprisingAt first glance therersquos no confusing an electric pressure cooker for
a traditional stove-top model These babies are nothing like your motherrsquos pressure cooker While many stove-top models look like a sturdy saucepan with an extra handle attached to the lid the electric models are bigger and bulkier mdash picture a slow cooker on steroids mdash bedazzled with buttons and digital displays Theyrsquore big enough to demand prime counter-top real estate yoursquod be hard-pressed to fit one in a normal cabinet The stainless steel All-Clad in particular reminded me of a mini bank vault it was heavier than the other models we tested and its substantial lid transformed at the touch of a button to lock and unlock (Irsquom convinced food mdash anything mdash would be safe in it even in the event of a nuclear holocaust)
Whatrsquos good about the electric models is that they do so many things automatically plug in the cooker press a few buttons and go You donrsquot have to hover over the stove adjusting the burner to regulate pressure or watch the clock to time when a dish is done The electric models switch off automatically mdash often beeping when done mdash slowly releasing pressure and keeping the dishes warm until needed
The digital displays can be extremely helpful in giving up-to-the-minute details on how a dish is progressing Some displays are very simple others much more colorful even entertaining (the Deni had me momentarily mesmerized) But there can be too much informa-tion At first the Cuisinartrsquos display was a little confusing even after reading the manual we still had to look up a video on YouTube to figure it out
All the models we tested had ldquobrowningrdquo andor ldquosauteingrdquo func-tions a convenient feature allowing you to sear meats and brown vegetables in the same pot before cooking While most of the elec-tric models were round our Deni test model was oval mdash much like a heavy-duty stove-top casserole mdash and not as deep as the others but it had more surface area on the bottom of the insert perfect for browning larger batches of food
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BRANDIED APPLESAUCETotal time 40 minutes plus cooling and chilling timeServings Makes about 5 cups4 pounds Granny Smith apples or other cooking apples34 cup dark brown sugar12 cup apple cider13 cup brandy preferably applejack2 cinnamon sticksPinch nutmegPinch ground clovesPinch dried gingerZest and juice of 12 lemon1 Peel core and quarter the apples2 In a pressure cooker combine the apples brown sugar cider
brandy cinnamon nutmeg cloves ginger lemon zest and juice Lock the pressure cooker and cook at high pressure for 2 minutes
3 Allow the cooker to release pressure naturally (10 to 20 min-utes) then carefully remove the lid Remove the cinnamon sticks and coarsely chop the apples for a coarse sauce or puree them in a blender or food processor for a smoother texture Taste the apple-sauce and adjust the sweetness and flavorings if desired
4 Set the applesauce aside to cool then cover and refrigerate until chilled Taste the applesauce once more (the flavorings will mute a little as the sauce chills) and adjust if desired This makes about 5 cups applesauce The applesauce will keep up to 10 days covered and refrigerated
Each one-half cup sauce 160 calories 0 protein 38 grams carbo-hydrates 2 grams fiber 0 fat 0 cholesterol 33 grams sugar 5 mg sodium
Pressure cookers are becoming a hot item again in home kitchens and are a huge step up from the old ones that always carried stories of exploding dinners New electric mod-els incorpo-rate many fea-tures includ-ing automatic temperature control and timing
20 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Having already experienced Ireland on a Trafalgar Tours coach I didnrsquot hesitate when I decided to see what life was like
to Irelandrsquos neighbors to the east England and Wales So I invite you to join me for this the first of a five-par installment
Irsquoll give you my observations and experiences and tell you what I think you should know if you want to see this part of Europe As far as price my travel mate Jane and I received what we thought was a good rate With airfare included the tour was $1900 apiece and that included all lodging full daily breakfasts three full dinners and shuttle transfers to and from Heathrow Airport
While with travel days the trip was 10 days and included Scotland as well Irsquoll get to Scotland next year By doing so I can begin a series in June on my New Eng-land fall colors week-long adventure through much of New Eng-land a trip which also extended itself beyond American boarders into new Brunswick Canada
As we did for Ireland we pre-loaded a Visa travel card with $1000 to supplement our upfront $1900 and some pocket money we intended to exchange to pounds for daily incidentals The card we intended to use to eat our lunches and dinners not cov-ered in Trafalgarrsquos cost
Not only did the card ensure no large credit card bills came when I returned but the dollars-to-pounds conversion was done automatically The card we used mostly for meals not covered in the cost of the tour
After a flight that covered 3331 miles most of which covered
night-time hours we arrived at Heathrow at 815 am on a Sat-urday I am always challenged when it comes to sleeping on a plane so the time worked well for me The Delta flight also worked well for me because above the drop-down tray was my own personal movie screen with a wide array of current movie selections that were free The full meal for me a meatless pasta dish on a Lenten Friday was quite tasty
Heathrow the second busiest airport in the world with only Atlantarsquos Hartsfield-Jackson being busier is like a small city in itself Donrsquot be intimidated though There are all sorts of people to help you get to where you need to be for baggage claim and shuttle transfers and cabs and such
We exchanged some money at the airport always for Ameri-cans a humbling experience because the dollar is so weak com-pared to Irelandrsquos euro and Englandrsquos pound Expect to give that
Another leap across the big pondEngland and Wales in 5 days
Travel Part 1
By John Grindrod
Westminster AbbyPhotos by John Grindrod
21 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
friendly Brit about two of your dollars for every pound yoursquoll get in return
Our shuttle got us to where we would spend the first two nights in London The Hilton Olympia on Kensington High Street a few blocks down from Princess Dianarsquos last home Kensington Palace
After check-in it was off to explore on our own so we headed for The Tube Londonrsquos underground mass transit system As we walked to the Kensington Station Jane and I saw the same admonishments painted at the street crossings that we saw the year before in Dublin either ldquoLook leftrdquo or ldquoLook rightrdquo They are painted there as a warning to tourists not used to roads where folks are driving vehicles on the left side of the road
Two all-day passes for any Tube ride or double-decker bus ride ran 13 pounds 20 pence in other words a little over $26 As I stepped into the train I couldnrsquot help but notice another direc-tive painted on the cement in front of the train carrsquos threshold ldquoMind the gaprdquo to warn those boarding to step over the small gap between platform and train car
Our first stop was Westminster Abbey which dates to the 11th century and is the huge canrsquot-miss church just west of Westminster Palace one of 10 residential choices available to Queen Elizabeth II Entry was 16 pounds (about $32) for each of us While a bit pricey it was something to which I would grow accustomed since London has a reputation as one of the worldrsquos most expensive cit-ies
I must say The Abbey which many of you saw on TV during Will and Katersquos wedding last April is perhaps the most impressive place Irsquove ever seen Originally it was an abbey for Benedictine monks that is until Henry VIII assumed direct royal control in 1539 and it became a church
Over the years it has been the site of coronations and burials of English mon-archs and other important persons Over 500 royals are buried in The Abbey and in the section known as Poetsrsquo Corner there resides eternally some of Englandrsquos great-est authors mdash Chaucer Tennyson Browning Masefield James Kipling and Dickens among them
Architecturally the most impressive aspect of the church to me was the ceiling well over 100 feet above and comprised of flying buttresses While no flash photog-raphy is allowed I did manage one photo of the ceiling before my impropriety was pointed out by one of the many stewards of the historic building
After leaving we headed for nearby Big Ben with its clock tower completed in 1859 It has become one of Londonrsquos most endearing symbols One misconception Irsquoll clear up is the name Big Ben isnrsquot the name of the clock but of one of the bells the 13-ton beauty that tolls each hour
As for its name there are two theories Some believe the bell was named for Lon-donrsquos first commissioner of works Benjamin Hall a man of formidable girth Others believe the bell was named for a popular heavyweight boxer of the 19th century Ben Count
We also admired the House of Parliament and Parliament Square across the street from the Abbey Further proof of Londonrsquos expense came when I had to answer naturersquos call A turnstile prevented my entry into the public restroom in Parliament Square until I dropped a fifty pence coin (the equivalent of $1) into the slot
We also walked to nearby Westminster Bridge to see what kind of river traffic there was on The Thames that day before returning to our Kensington High Street hotel
We dined at a nice pub down the street called The Hand and Flower on English favorites such as ham and chutney and fish and chips and did a little imbibing My choice was a fine English Ale with a beautiful bronze color Marstons
Next month Irsquoll take you on a morning stroll down Kensington High to see Kens-ington Palace and then out into London on two coach tours one in the morn-ing and one in the afternoon to see Buckingham Palace St Paulrsquos Cathedral The Tower of London and the famous Tower Bridge
TOP A portion of the ornate ceiling inside Westminster AbbyBOTTOM Big Ben Londons most endearing landmark
22
Jan 1Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 2Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 3Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Auglaize PERI 9 1130 am Speedway Lanes 455 N Herman St New Bremen Doug Brookhart on ldquoThe History of Water Plantsrdquo
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Parents and Friends of LesbiansGays 6 pm OSU LimaRhodes State 4240 Campus Dr Lima In the Public Service Building
Mended Hearts 7 pm St Ritarsquos Auxiliary Conference Center 718 W Market St Lima
Jan 4Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Richard Riggs on ldquoThe Lima Symphony Orchestrardquo
UAW 1211 Retirees 12 pm UAW Hall 1440 Bellefontaine
Ave Lima Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 5Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Jan 6ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Steel Magnolia 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 7Health Screenings 12 pm
Rite Aid Pharmacy 3230 W Elm St Lima
Jan 8Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 9Look Good Feel Better 4 pm
St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Look Good Feel Better 5 pm St Marys Community Public Library 140 S Chestnut St St Marys
Ottawa Country Music Jam 6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Kalida Branch Library 301 N Third St Kalida
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 10Bluffton Forum 11 am
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Tom Hafer on ldquoFitness as a Spiritual Disciplinerdquo In Founders Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Lima Area Watercolor Society 7 pm Immanuel United Methodist Church 699 Sunnydale St Elida
Jan 11Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Scott Lindstrom on
ldquoSolar Energyrdquo Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area Civil War Study Club 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Trinity Chapter Order of The Eastern Star 730 pm Lima Masonic Center 2165 N Cole St Lima
Jan 12Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 13Bluffton Colloquium 4
pm Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr George Lehman on ldquoNeuroleadership Good Science or Passing Fadrdquo In Centennial Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 14
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23 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
a will as your only plan-ning strategy With only a will yoursquoll likely face the potential problems of probatemdashincluding high costs and inevi-table delays For many families planning with different types of trusts and gifting strategies can ensure that your spouse and children receive what they need without the hassles and fees of probate court These tactics are not only for the wealthy mdash it may be even more important to the average farm family for exam-ple who may be land rich but cash poor3 Stop worrying about your finances and start enjoying retirement
The most important reason to plan is so that you can stop worry-ing If you know your assets are secure mdash that your spouse will have enough to live on when yoursquore gone that yoursquoll be able to pass something along to your kids mdash then you can focus your energy on the most important part of retirement mak-ing these years great Start thinking bigger and planning now to make 2012 the time you started truly enjoy-ing your golden years Thatrsquos a resolution wersquod all like to achieve mdash and you canMitch Adel is managing partner at Cooper Adel and Associates With offices in Centerburg Monroe Sidney and Wilmington Cooper Adel amp Associates has clients statewide and offers regular seminars to educate seniors on critical financial issues
YOUR MONEY bull from 15 ndashndashndashndashndashndash
Plus II GatheringSupport Group 11 am Bradfield Community Center 550 S Collett St Lima For parents of twins On-site day care
Live Music Carl Rust in Concert 11 am The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Jan 15Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 16National Alliance on Mental
Illness 6 pm Challenged Higher Clubrsquos Drop-In Center 407 N Franklin St Van Wert
Auglaize Township Trustees 730 pm Auglaize Township Administration Building 7726 Bellefontaine Rd Harrod
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 17Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Caregiverrsquos Support Group 3 pm St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Jan 18Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Dr Matt Harbur on ldquoAgronomyrdquo
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Community Fellowship Meal 5 pm St John United Methodist Church 205 N High St Columbus Grove
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area UFO Associates 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Jan 19Allen County PERI 12 pm
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Peaceful Parenting 5 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Amputees in Motion 7 pm Bethel Baptist Church 630 Powers Ave Lima
Stomp 730 pm Veterans Memorial Civic Center 7 Town Sq Lima (419) 224-1552
Jan 20ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 21Lima Symphony Orchestra
presents Mozart by Candlelight 730 pm Trinity United Methodist Church 301 W Market St Lima
Jan 22Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 23Ottawa Country Music Jam
6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 24Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 James Nagle with ldquoStories from the Roadrdquo In Yoder Recital Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Family Movie Night 6 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Jenna Bush Hager 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 25Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 26Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 27Bluffton Colloquium 4 pm
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr Michael Edmiston on ldquoGadgets and the Curves They Throw Yourdquo In Stutzman Lecture Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 29Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 30Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 31Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
24 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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has ldquoplayed a lot of placesrdquo Averaging 80 dates a year you can find Boedicker performing at private events banquets fairs festi-vals etc Currently he is one of the music leaders at the Bath cam-pus of the Shawnee Community United Methodist Church too
Besides blessing others Jimrsquos music has provided extra income to assist with his sonrsquos medical expenses In explanation the Boedickerrsquos only child 27-year-old Andrew was born with spina bifida along with significant autism
ldquoWe had real financial needs because of my sonrsquos medical needsrdquo said Jim After his sonrsquos birth Boedicker took ldquomore of a business approachrdquo to playing music to supplement the family income The couple continues to care for Andrew at home and are also involved with Bittersweet Farms and the Autism Support Group
Due to his steadfast support at the time of Andrewrsquos birth his former Pastor Dave Thompson has had a great influence on Jimrsquos life He ldquohas been a big encouragement and friendrdquo said Boed-icker Musically he was ldquoreally influenced by Chet Atkins he does everything on the guitarrdquo he said
On Friday nights you will usually find Jim Boedicker entertaining the crowd at Italian restaurant Viva Maria which is located at Lost Creek Golf Course Boedicker is always prepared to take requests from those listening
ldquoI just do family stuff and I think there is a real need for fam-ily entertainmentrdquo Whatever his venue ldquoTo see people laugh and have a good time is real rewarding to merdquo
For the man who has been delighting crowds with his music since he was just a teen Boedicker has learned a lot of lessons along the way The biggest is ldquoStaying in balance You could wear yourself out The older you get the harder it is to keep up with the schedulerdquo he said
As for folks requesting bookings Jim Boedicker hopes that his phone wonrsquot stop ringing anytime soon But with an entertainer as talented as he is you can bet thatrsquos not going to happen
Christina Ryan Claypool is a freelance journalist and inspirational speaker Contact her through her Website at wwwchristinaryanclaypoolcom
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at jboewatchtvnet or phone him at 419-649-8495
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Your Money
What are your new yearrsquos resolutions this year Are your resolutions like most of us focused on spending less and saving more Unfortunately that can only take you so far
There is so much attention given to small financial worries that many seniors neglect larger issues that can have a significant impact on their lives and their families Now is the time for you and your loved ones to think about the big picture to take steps to protect your assets and to start 2012 off on the right foot1 Take advantage of state and federal programs to help pay for medical care prescription drugs at-home care or nursing home care
Seniors have access to a multitude of state and federal programs but many do not take advantage of them because they donrsquot know they exist or they donrsquot know how to enroll In the realm of health care alone ensuring coverage for prescription drugs and utilizing programs that pay for at-home care can significantly impact your monthly finances
Most Ohioans can utilize Medicare Part D to help pay for prescrip-tion drugs and your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) can point you toward you the best overall coverage There are a lot of options so itrsquos important to take the time to find the best one for you and your family It also may make sense to work with a professional with a thorough understanding of the possibilities and drawbacks of each program
Nursing home care can be even more burdensome mdash as Medicare pays for only the first 20 days before requiring co-payment To qual-ify for any coverage there also must be a prior three-day hospital stay With average Ohio nursing home costs at more than $6000 per month and all healthcare costs spiraling upward itrsquos critical to have a plan to use all of the resources at your disposal keep expenses from affecting your savings2 Make sure you have a comprehensive strategy to protect your assets from taxes and probate
While clipping coupons can make a dent in your weekly grocery bill ensuring that your savings are secure can make a much bigger long-term financial impact for you and your family Tax planning and estate planning are part of a comprehensive approach to protecting your finances and your future
Tax laws are changing dramatically in 2013 with many rates going up While standard tax advice would encourage deferring payments into the future the prospect of higher rates in 2013 means that in many cases you may want to pay now rather than later
Probate costs are another way your family can lose assets if you donrsquot plan ahead Itrsquos critical to understand the limitations of having
Thinking big in the new year
See YOUR MONEY bull 23
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
16
It was all in the familyRichard T Gregg the original owner of
Greggrsquos Department Store died at his home in Lima in 1942 and he was a man to be hon-ored both before and after his death Perhaps his philosophy about business had a lot to do with it for he said ldquoWe will treat each and every cus-tomer as though they were a guest in our homerdquo That thought was religiously carried on genera-tion after generation of the Gregg family
Gregg certainly knew his merchandise as well he should his family had been in the mercantile business since the Revolutionary period He had personally started his own store in Tiffin in 1885 when he was 25 years old It was known as a dry goods sewing and notions store and merchan-dise was top quality because he ordered almost everything from Marshall Field in Chicago And there was a definite friendship between Gregg and Field for when Gregg decided business was slow in Tiffin it was Field who suggested he relocate to Lima
He also knew what the word patience meant One of the things in his possession was a pair of saddlebags which his father used when he rode horseback from Ohio to the wholesale markets to buy things for his store and then had to wait for long periods for the goods to arrive
Gregg opened his store in Lima in 1900 in the Black Block a four story building on North Main Street There were shops on the first floor offices on the second and the Lima Public Library occu-pied the third He began with 5000 square feet of space and when the family eventually bought the building in 1935 he had 218000 square feet that included an annex across the street The idea of moving never crossed his mind for he had moved here when downtown was flourishing and he kept his confidence in its growth He not only ran a successful business but gave back to the com-munity of Lima with his backing everything new that happened here
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Suprisingly it wasnrsquot depressing
It actually brought some things into focus
Some see it as something to avoidhellip I saw it as a responsibilityrdquo
Why you decide isnrsquot importantJust decide
ldquoI SEE IT AS A RESPONSIBILITYrdquo
ldquoWhy you decide to preplan
your funeral isnrsquot important
Itrsquos that you do decide
Thatrsquos whatrsquos important
Time Capsule
R T GreggA man with great foresight
By Jeanne Porreca R T Gregg
Roy Gregg
Tom Gregg
Geoff Gregg
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
17
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Gregg had been married before coming to Lima to Emma Jane Beery and three children were born to them Roy Beery Robert T and Margaret Robert T died in 1931 after an auto accident and his wife died in 1945 Upon the senior Greggrsquos death in 1942 ownership passed to his son Roy Beery It was said of Roy that he was ldquoa perfect example of a round peg in a round holerdquo for thebusiness fitted him perfectly It was all he had known his entire life Like his father he had his own philosophy ldquoIf you give the people good values they will patronize you again and againrdquo Roy was the boss over 300 store employees who respected him and carried on all the fine qualities passed down to him He was fondly called ldquothe universal merchantrdquo and seldom did he miss a daily visit to the store right up to the day of his death Robert died in 1967
Robertrsquos death was the end of the line of the Gregg boys and so the management of the store fell to his grandson Thomas Allen Gregg Thomas had joined the firm in 1945 and had retired in 1979 but came back when the department store sales had begun to lag due to changes in downtown the sale of the store from the Gregg family and the new interest in shop-ping the malls Thomas was a true believer in Lima as then-mayor Harry Moyer reported to the Lima News upon Thomasrsquo death ldquoHis was the first downtown business to give $10000 for the purchase of the northeast quadrant of the Squarerdquo That property was later developed into where the Blue Cross (now The Munici-pal) building and the Town Square Apartments are today Thomas died in 1983 and his son took Geoff took over as manager until the store closed in 1985
There was only one place the Gregg family was as faithful to something else besides the store and that was Market Street Presbyterian Church where all generations belonged beginning with that first fam-ily member
Greggs Department Store in 1958
Pet of the WeekCheck out Sundayrsquos Lifestyle section for your favorite pet pictures
OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
18 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Seasonings
Under pressureThe latest kitchen lsquomust haversquo
may be the electric cooker
New electric models are bringing pressure cooking back to the home kitchen and recipes such as pumpkin risotto are easy in them
Photos courtesy of MCT
A quick look at my home kitchen and you might think I was an avowed minimalist One pot a few saucepans and a cher-ished cast-iron skillet A cupboard of bakeware and bowls
and counter space for just a few appliances All the gadgets that can fit in one small drawer A few chosen knives
Noble I wish A would-be cookware junkie Irsquom saved from binge-ing on tools and equipment only by the postage-stamp size of my cooking space To make it in my kitchen an item has to be essential Which is why I canrsquot stop thinking about getting an electric pressure cooker
In addition to cooking foods in a fraction of the normal time with just the push of a few buttons electric pressure cookers promise so much more Completely self-contained there are models that offer automatic timers and multiple functions so you can brown meats and saute vegetables before pressure cooking perhaps simmer in-between steps and keep a dish warm after itrsquos done Some models double as rice cookers steamers and even slow cookers to seal the deal
Irsquove never owned a pressure cooker With all the horror stories Irsquod heard growing up about exploding cookers and dinners ending up on the ceiling I never seriously considered buying one But more friends are getting them and I seem to be noticing them everywhere lately not just in stores but on TV too No Irsquom not talking ldquoFear Factorrdquo but popular cooking shows where chefs brandish pressure cookers to make quick work of slow-cooked dishes for competition shows such as ldquoTop Chefrdquo and ldquoIron Chefrdquo
So is it all hype And what about the electric models mdash are they too good to be true Curious the LA Times Test Kitchen tested five popular electric cookers along with a highly regarded stove-top model for comparison
The results Pleasantly surprisingAt first glance therersquos no confusing an electric pressure cooker for
a traditional stove-top model These babies are nothing like your motherrsquos pressure cooker While many stove-top models look like a sturdy saucepan with an extra handle attached to the lid the electric models are bigger and bulkier mdash picture a slow cooker on steroids mdash bedazzled with buttons and digital displays Theyrsquore big enough to demand prime counter-top real estate yoursquod be hard-pressed to fit one in a normal cabinet The stainless steel All-Clad in particular reminded me of a mini bank vault it was heavier than the other models we tested and its substantial lid transformed at the touch of a button to lock and unlock (Irsquom convinced food mdash anything mdash would be safe in it even in the event of a nuclear holocaust)
Whatrsquos good about the electric models is that they do so many things automatically plug in the cooker press a few buttons and go You donrsquot have to hover over the stove adjusting the burner to regulate pressure or watch the clock to time when a dish is done The electric models switch off automatically mdash often beeping when done mdash slowly releasing pressure and keeping the dishes warm until needed
The digital displays can be extremely helpful in giving up-to-the-minute details on how a dish is progressing Some displays are very simple others much more colorful even entertaining (the Deni had me momentarily mesmerized) But there can be too much informa-tion At first the Cuisinartrsquos display was a little confusing even after reading the manual we still had to look up a video on YouTube to figure it out
All the models we tested had ldquobrowningrdquo andor ldquosauteingrdquo func-tions a convenient feature allowing you to sear meats and brown vegetables in the same pot before cooking While most of the elec-tric models were round our Deni test model was oval mdash much like a heavy-duty stove-top casserole mdash and not as deep as the others but it had more surface area on the bottom of the insert perfect for browning larger batches of food
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19 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
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brandy cinnamon nutmeg cloves ginger lemon zest and juice Lock the pressure cooker and cook at high pressure for 2 minutes
3 Allow the cooker to release pressure naturally (10 to 20 min-utes) then carefully remove the lid Remove the cinnamon sticks and coarsely chop the apples for a coarse sauce or puree them in a blender or food processor for a smoother texture Taste the apple-sauce and adjust the sweetness and flavorings if desired
4 Set the applesauce aside to cool then cover and refrigerate until chilled Taste the applesauce once more (the flavorings will mute a little as the sauce chills) and adjust if desired This makes about 5 cups applesauce The applesauce will keep up to 10 days covered and refrigerated
Each one-half cup sauce 160 calories 0 protein 38 grams carbo-hydrates 2 grams fiber 0 fat 0 cholesterol 33 grams sugar 5 mg sodium
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20 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Having already experienced Ireland on a Trafalgar Tours coach I didnrsquot hesitate when I decided to see what life was like
to Irelandrsquos neighbors to the east England and Wales So I invite you to join me for this the first of a five-par installment
Irsquoll give you my observations and experiences and tell you what I think you should know if you want to see this part of Europe As far as price my travel mate Jane and I received what we thought was a good rate With airfare included the tour was $1900 apiece and that included all lodging full daily breakfasts three full dinners and shuttle transfers to and from Heathrow Airport
While with travel days the trip was 10 days and included Scotland as well Irsquoll get to Scotland next year By doing so I can begin a series in June on my New Eng-land fall colors week-long adventure through much of New Eng-land a trip which also extended itself beyond American boarders into new Brunswick Canada
As we did for Ireland we pre-loaded a Visa travel card with $1000 to supplement our upfront $1900 and some pocket money we intended to exchange to pounds for daily incidentals The card we intended to use to eat our lunches and dinners not cov-ered in Trafalgarrsquos cost
Not only did the card ensure no large credit card bills came when I returned but the dollars-to-pounds conversion was done automatically The card we used mostly for meals not covered in the cost of the tour
After a flight that covered 3331 miles most of which covered
night-time hours we arrived at Heathrow at 815 am on a Sat-urday I am always challenged when it comes to sleeping on a plane so the time worked well for me The Delta flight also worked well for me because above the drop-down tray was my own personal movie screen with a wide array of current movie selections that were free The full meal for me a meatless pasta dish on a Lenten Friday was quite tasty
Heathrow the second busiest airport in the world with only Atlantarsquos Hartsfield-Jackson being busier is like a small city in itself Donrsquot be intimidated though There are all sorts of people to help you get to where you need to be for baggage claim and shuttle transfers and cabs and such
We exchanged some money at the airport always for Ameri-cans a humbling experience because the dollar is so weak com-pared to Irelandrsquos euro and Englandrsquos pound Expect to give that
Another leap across the big pondEngland and Wales in 5 days
Travel Part 1
By John Grindrod
Westminster AbbyPhotos by John Grindrod
21 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
friendly Brit about two of your dollars for every pound yoursquoll get in return
Our shuttle got us to where we would spend the first two nights in London The Hilton Olympia on Kensington High Street a few blocks down from Princess Dianarsquos last home Kensington Palace
After check-in it was off to explore on our own so we headed for The Tube Londonrsquos underground mass transit system As we walked to the Kensington Station Jane and I saw the same admonishments painted at the street crossings that we saw the year before in Dublin either ldquoLook leftrdquo or ldquoLook rightrdquo They are painted there as a warning to tourists not used to roads where folks are driving vehicles on the left side of the road
Two all-day passes for any Tube ride or double-decker bus ride ran 13 pounds 20 pence in other words a little over $26 As I stepped into the train I couldnrsquot help but notice another direc-tive painted on the cement in front of the train carrsquos threshold ldquoMind the gaprdquo to warn those boarding to step over the small gap between platform and train car
Our first stop was Westminster Abbey which dates to the 11th century and is the huge canrsquot-miss church just west of Westminster Palace one of 10 residential choices available to Queen Elizabeth II Entry was 16 pounds (about $32) for each of us While a bit pricey it was something to which I would grow accustomed since London has a reputation as one of the worldrsquos most expensive cit-ies
I must say The Abbey which many of you saw on TV during Will and Katersquos wedding last April is perhaps the most impressive place Irsquove ever seen Originally it was an abbey for Benedictine monks that is until Henry VIII assumed direct royal control in 1539 and it became a church
Over the years it has been the site of coronations and burials of English mon-archs and other important persons Over 500 royals are buried in The Abbey and in the section known as Poetsrsquo Corner there resides eternally some of Englandrsquos great-est authors mdash Chaucer Tennyson Browning Masefield James Kipling and Dickens among them
Architecturally the most impressive aspect of the church to me was the ceiling well over 100 feet above and comprised of flying buttresses While no flash photog-raphy is allowed I did manage one photo of the ceiling before my impropriety was pointed out by one of the many stewards of the historic building
After leaving we headed for nearby Big Ben with its clock tower completed in 1859 It has become one of Londonrsquos most endearing symbols One misconception Irsquoll clear up is the name Big Ben isnrsquot the name of the clock but of one of the bells the 13-ton beauty that tolls each hour
As for its name there are two theories Some believe the bell was named for Lon-donrsquos first commissioner of works Benjamin Hall a man of formidable girth Others believe the bell was named for a popular heavyweight boxer of the 19th century Ben Count
We also admired the House of Parliament and Parliament Square across the street from the Abbey Further proof of Londonrsquos expense came when I had to answer naturersquos call A turnstile prevented my entry into the public restroom in Parliament Square until I dropped a fifty pence coin (the equivalent of $1) into the slot
We also walked to nearby Westminster Bridge to see what kind of river traffic there was on The Thames that day before returning to our Kensington High Street hotel
We dined at a nice pub down the street called The Hand and Flower on English favorites such as ham and chutney and fish and chips and did a little imbibing My choice was a fine English Ale with a beautiful bronze color Marstons
Next month Irsquoll take you on a morning stroll down Kensington High to see Kens-ington Palace and then out into London on two coach tours one in the morn-ing and one in the afternoon to see Buckingham Palace St Paulrsquos Cathedral The Tower of London and the famous Tower Bridge
TOP A portion of the ornate ceiling inside Westminster AbbyBOTTOM Big Ben Londons most endearing landmark
22
Jan 1Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 2Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 3Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Auglaize PERI 9 1130 am Speedway Lanes 455 N Herman St New Bremen Doug Brookhart on ldquoThe History of Water Plantsrdquo
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Parents and Friends of LesbiansGays 6 pm OSU LimaRhodes State 4240 Campus Dr Lima In the Public Service Building
Mended Hearts 7 pm St Ritarsquos Auxiliary Conference Center 718 W Market St Lima
Jan 4Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Richard Riggs on ldquoThe Lima Symphony Orchestrardquo
UAW 1211 Retirees 12 pm UAW Hall 1440 Bellefontaine
Ave Lima Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 5Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Jan 6ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Steel Magnolia 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 7Health Screenings 12 pm
Rite Aid Pharmacy 3230 W Elm St Lima
Jan 8Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 9Look Good Feel Better 4 pm
St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Look Good Feel Better 5 pm St Marys Community Public Library 140 S Chestnut St St Marys
Ottawa Country Music Jam 6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Kalida Branch Library 301 N Third St Kalida
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 10Bluffton Forum 11 am
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Tom Hafer on ldquoFitness as a Spiritual Disciplinerdquo In Founders Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Lima Area Watercolor Society 7 pm Immanuel United Methodist Church 699 Sunnydale St Elida
Jan 11Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Scott Lindstrom on
ldquoSolar Energyrdquo Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area Civil War Study Club 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Trinity Chapter Order of The Eastern Star 730 pm Lima Masonic Center 2165 N Cole St Lima
Jan 12Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 13Bluffton Colloquium 4
pm Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr George Lehman on ldquoNeuroleadership Good Science or Passing Fadrdquo In Centennial Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 14
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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Events calendar
23 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
a will as your only plan-ning strategy With only a will yoursquoll likely face the potential problems of probatemdashincluding high costs and inevi-table delays For many families planning with different types of trusts and gifting strategies can ensure that your spouse and children receive what they need without the hassles and fees of probate court These tactics are not only for the wealthy mdash it may be even more important to the average farm family for exam-ple who may be land rich but cash poor3 Stop worrying about your finances and start enjoying retirement
The most important reason to plan is so that you can stop worry-ing If you know your assets are secure mdash that your spouse will have enough to live on when yoursquore gone that yoursquoll be able to pass something along to your kids mdash then you can focus your energy on the most important part of retirement mak-ing these years great Start thinking bigger and planning now to make 2012 the time you started truly enjoy-ing your golden years Thatrsquos a resolution wersquod all like to achieve mdash and you canMitch Adel is managing partner at Cooper Adel and Associates With offices in Centerburg Monroe Sidney and Wilmington Cooper Adel amp Associates has clients statewide and offers regular seminars to educate seniors on critical financial issues
YOUR MONEY bull from 15 ndashndashndashndashndashndash
Plus II GatheringSupport Group 11 am Bradfield Community Center 550 S Collett St Lima For parents of twins On-site day care
Live Music Carl Rust in Concert 11 am The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Jan 15Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 16National Alliance on Mental
Illness 6 pm Challenged Higher Clubrsquos Drop-In Center 407 N Franklin St Van Wert
Auglaize Township Trustees 730 pm Auglaize Township Administration Building 7726 Bellefontaine Rd Harrod
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 17Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Caregiverrsquos Support Group 3 pm St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Jan 18Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Dr Matt Harbur on ldquoAgronomyrdquo
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Community Fellowship Meal 5 pm St John United Methodist Church 205 N High St Columbus Grove
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area UFO Associates 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Jan 19Allen County PERI 12 pm
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Peaceful Parenting 5 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Amputees in Motion 7 pm Bethel Baptist Church 630 Powers Ave Lima
Stomp 730 pm Veterans Memorial Civic Center 7 Town Sq Lima (419) 224-1552
Jan 20ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 21Lima Symphony Orchestra
presents Mozart by Candlelight 730 pm Trinity United Methodist Church 301 W Market St Lima
Jan 22Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 23Ottawa Country Music Jam
6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 24Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 James Nagle with ldquoStories from the Roadrdquo In Yoder Recital Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Family Movie Night 6 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Jenna Bush Hager 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 25Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 26Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 27Bluffton Colloquium 4 pm
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr Michael Edmiston on ldquoGadgets and the Curves They Throw Yourdquo In Stutzman Lecture Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 29Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 30Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 31Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
24 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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Your Money
What are your new yearrsquos resolutions this year Are your resolutions like most of us focused on spending less and saving more Unfortunately that can only take you so far
There is so much attention given to small financial worries that many seniors neglect larger issues that can have a significant impact on their lives and their families Now is the time for you and your loved ones to think about the big picture to take steps to protect your assets and to start 2012 off on the right foot1 Take advantage of state and federal programs to help pay for medical care prescription drugs at-home care or nursing home care
Seniors have access to a multitude of state and federal programs but many do not take advantage of them because they donrsquot know they exist or they donrsquot know how to enroll In the realm of health care alone ensuring coverage for prescription drugs and utilizing programs that pay for at-home care can significantly impact your monthly finances
Most Ohioans can utilize Medicare Part D to help pay for prescrip-tion drugs and your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) can point you toward you the best overall coverage There are a lot of options so itrsquos important to take the time to find the best one for you and your family It also may make sense to work with a professional with a thorough understanding of the possibilities and drawbacks of each program
Nursing home care can be even more burdensome mdash as Medicare pays for only the first 20 days before requiring co-payment To qual-ify for any coverage there also must be a prior three-day hospital stay With average Ohio nursing home costs at more than $6000 per month and all healthcare costs spiraling upward itrsquos critical to have a plan to use all of the resources at your disposal keep expenses from affecting your savings2 Make sure you have a comprehensive strategy to protect your assets from taxes and probate
While clipping coupons can make a dent in your weekly grocery bill ensuring that your savings are secure can make a much bigger long-term financial impact for you and your family Tax planning and estate planning are part of a comprehensive approach to protecting your finances and your future
Tax laws are changing dramatically in 2013 with many rates going up While standard tax advice would encourage deferring payments into the future the prospect of higher rates in 2013 means that in many cases you may want to pay now rather than later
Probate costs are another way your family can lose assets if you donrsquot plan ahead Itrsquos critical to understand the limitations of having
Thinking big in the new year
See YOUR MONEY bull 23
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
16
It was all in the familyRichard T Gregg the original owner of
Greggrsquos Department Store died at his home in Lima in 1942 and he was a man to be hon-ored both before and after his death Perhaps his philosophy about business had a lot to do with it for he said ldquoWe will treat each and every cus-tomer as though they were a guest in our homerdquo That thought was religiously carried on genera-tion after generation of the Gregg family
Gregg certainly knew his merchandise as well he should his family had been in the mercantile business since the Revolutionary period He had personally started his own store in Tiffin in 1885 when he was 25 years old It was known as a dry goods sewing and notions store and merchan-dise was top quality because he ordered almost everything from Marshall Field in Chicago And there was a definite friendship between Gregg and Field for when Gregg decided business was slow in Tiffin it was Field who suggested he relocate to Lima
He also knew what the word patience meant One of the things in his possession was a pair of saddlebags which his father used when he rode horseback from Ohio to the wholesale markets to buy things for his store and then had to wait for long periods for the goods to arrive
Gregg opened his store in Lima in 1900 in the Black Block a four story building on North Main Street There were shops on the first floor offices on the second and the Lima Public Library occu-pied the third He began with 5000 square feet of space and when the family eventually bought the building in 1935 he had 218000 square feet that included an annex across the street The idea of moving never crossed his mind for he had moved here when downtown was flourishing and he kept his confidence in its growth He not only ran a successful business but gave back to the com-munity of Lima with his backing everything new that happened here
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Suprisingly it wasnrsquot depressing
It actually brought some things into focus
Some see it as something to avoidhellip I saw it as a responsibilityrdquo
Why you decide isnrsquot importantJust decide
ldquoI SEE IT AS A RESPONSIBILITYrdquo
ldquoWhy you decide to preplan
your funeral isnrsquot important
Itrsquos that you do decide
Thatrsquos whatrsquos important
Time Capsule
R T GreggA man with great foresight
By Jeanne Porreca R T Gregg
Roy Gregg
Tom Gregg
Geoff Gregg
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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Gregg had been married before coming to Lima to Emma Jane Beery and three children were born to them Roy Beery Robert T and Margaret Robert T died in 1931 after an auto accident and his wife died in 1945 Upon the senior Greggrsquos death in 1942 ownership passed to his son Roy Beery It was said of Roy that he was ldquoa perfect example of a round peg in a round holerdquo for thebusiness fitted him perfectly It was all he had known his entire life Like his father he had his own philosophy ldquoIf you give the people good values they will patronize you again and againrdquo Roy was the boss over 300 store employees who respected him and carried on all the fine qualities passed down to him He was fondly called ldquothe universal merchantrdquo and seldom did he miss a daily visit to the store right up to the day of his death Robert died in 1967
Robertrsquos death was the end of the line of the Gregg boys and so the management of the store fell to his grandson Thomas Allen Gregg Thomas had joined the firm in 1945 and had retired in 1979 but came back when the department store sales had begun to lag due to changes in downtown the sale of the store from the Gregg family and the new interest in shop-ping the malls Thomas was a true believer in Lima as then-mayor Harry Moyer reported to the Lima News upon Thomasrsquo death ldquoHis was the first downtown business to give $10000 for the purchase of the northeast quadrant of the Squarerdquo That property was later developed into where the Blue Cross (now The Munici-pal) building and the Town Square Apartments are today Thomas died in 1983 and his son took Geoff took over as manager until the store closed in 1985
There was only one place the Gregg family was as faithful to something else besides the store and that was Market Street Presbyterian Church where all generations belonged beginning with that first fam-ily member
Greggs Department Store in 1958
Pet of the WeekCheck out Sundayrsquos Lifestyle section for your favorite pet pictures
OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
18 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Seasonings
Under pressureThe latest kitchen lsquomust haversquo
may be the electric cooker
New electric models are bringing pressure cooking back to the home kitchen and recipes such as pumpkin risotto are easy in them
Photos courtesy of MCT
A quick look at my home kitchen and you might think I was an avowed minimalist One pot a few saucepans and a cher-ished cast-iron skillet A cupboard of bakeware and bowls
and counter space for just a few appliances All the gadgets that can fit in one small drawer A few chosen knives
Noble I wish A would-be cookware junkie Irsquom saved from binge-ing on tools and equipment only by the postage-stamp size of my cooking space To make it in my kitchen an item has to be essential Which is why I canrsquot stop thinking about getting an electric pressure cooker
In addition to cooking foods in a fraction of the normal time with just the push of a few buttons electric pressure cookers promise so much more Completely self-contained there are models that offer automatic timers and multiple functions so you can brown meats and saute vegetables before pressure cooking perhaps simmer in-between steps and keep a dish warm after itrsquos done Some models double as rice cookers steamers and even slow cookers to seal the deal
Irsquove never owned a pressure cooker With all the horror stories Irsquod heard growing up about exploding cookers and dinners ending up on the ceiling I never seriously considered buying one But more friends are getting them and I seem to be noticing them everywhere lately not just in stores but on TV too No Irsquom not talking ldquoFear Factorrdquo but popular cooking shows where chefs brandish pressure cookers to make quick work of slow-cooked dishes for competition shows such as ldquoTop Chefrdquo and ldquoIron Chefrdquo
So is it all hype And what about the electric models mdash are they too good to be true Curious the LA Times Test Kitchen tested five popular electric cookers along with a highly regarded stove-top model for comparison
The results Pleasantly surprisingAt first glance therersquos no confusing an electric pressure cooker for
a traditional stove-top model These babies are nothing like your motherrsquos pressure cooker While many stove-top models look like a sturdy saucepan with an extra handle attached to the lid the electric models are bigger and bulkier mdash picture a slow cooker on steroids mdash bedazzled with buttons and digital displays Theyrsquore big enough to demand prime counter-top real estate yoursquod be hard-pressed to fit one in a normal cabinet The stainless steel All-Clad in particular reminded me of a mini bank vault it was heavier than the other models we tested and its substantial lid transformed at the touch of a button to lock and unlock (Irsquom convinced food mdash anything mdash would be safe in it even in the event of a nuclear holocaust)
Whatrsquos good about the electric models is that they do so many things automatically plug in the cooker press a few buttons and go You donrsquot have to hover over the stove adjusting the burner to regulate pressure or watch the clock to time when a dish is done The electric models switch off automatically mdash often beeping when done mdash slowly releasing pressure and keeping the dishes warm until needed
The digital displays can be extremely helpful in giving up-to-the-minute details on how a dish is progressing Some displays are very simple others much more colorful even entertaining (the Deni had me momentarily mesmerized) But there can be too much informa-tion At first the Cuisinartrsquos display was a little confusing even after reading the manual we still had to look up a video on YouTube to figure it out
All the models we tested had ldquobrowningrdquo andor ldquosauteingrdquo func-tions a convenient feature allowing you to sear meats and brown vegetables in the same pot before cooking While most of the elec-tric models were round our Deni test model was oval mdash much like a heavy-duty stove-top casserole mdash and not as deep as the others but it had more surface area on the bottom of the insert perfect for browning larger batches of food
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BRANDIED APPLESAUCETotal time 40 minutes plus cooling and chilling timeServings Makes about 5 cups4 pounds Granny Smith apples or other cooking apples34 cup dark brown sugar12 cup apple cider13 cup brandy preferably applejack2 cinnamon sticksPinch nutmegPinch ground clovesPinch dried gingerZest and juice of 12 lemon1 Peel core and quarter the apples2 In a pressure cooker combine the apples brown sugar cider
brandy cinnamon nutmeg cloves ginger lemon zest and juice Lock the pressure cooker and cook at high pressure for 2 minutes
3 Allow the cooker to release pressure naturally (10 to 20 min-utes) then carefully remove the lid Remove the cinnamon sticks and coarsely chop the apples for a coarse sauce or puree them in a blender or food processor for a smoother texture Taste the apple-sauce and adjust the sweetness and flavorings if desired
4 Set the applesauce aside to cool then cover and refrigerate until chilled Taste the applesauce once more (the flavorings will mute a little as the sauce chills) and adjust if desired This makes about 5 cups applesauce The applesauce will keep up to 10 days covered and refrigerated
Each one-half cup sauce 160 calories 0 protein 38 grams carbo-hydrates 2 grams fiber 0 fat 0 cholesterol 33 grams sugar 5 mg sodium
Pressure cookers are becoming a hot item again in home kitchens and are a huge step up from the old ones that always carried stories of exploding dinners New electric mod-els incorpo-rate many fea-tures includ-ing automatic temperature control and timing
20 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Having already experienced Ireland on a Trafalgar Tours coach I didnrsquot hesitate when I decided to see what life was like
to Irelandrsquos neighbors to the east England and Wales So I invite you to join me for this the first of a five-par installment
Irsquoll give you my observations and experiences and tell you what I think you should know if you want to see this part of Europe As far as price my travel mate Jane and I received what we thought was a good rate With airfare included the tour was $1900 apiece and that included all lodging full daily breakfasts three full dinners and shuttle transfers to and from Heathrow Airport
While with travel days the trip was 10 days and included Scotland as well Irsquoll get to Scotland next year By doing so I can begin a series in June on my New Eng-land fall colors week-long adventure through much of New Eng-land a trip which also extended itself beyond American boarders into new Brunswick Canada
As we did for Ireland we pre-loaded a Visa travel card with $1000 to supplement our upfront $1900 and some pocket money we intended to exchange to pounds for daily incidentals The card we intended to use to eat our lunches and dinners not cov-ered in Trafalgarrsquos cost
Not only did the card ensure no large credit card bills came when I returned but the dollars-to-pounds conversion was done automatically The card we used mostly for meals not covered in the cost of the tour
After a flight that covered 3331 miles most of which covered
night-time hours we arrived at Heathrow at 815 am on a Sat-urday I am always challenged when it comes to sleeping on a plane so the time worked well for me The Delta flight also worked well for me because above the drop-down tray was my own personal movie screen with a wide array of current movie selections that were free The full meal for me a meatless pasta dish on a Lenten Friday was quite tasty
Heathrow the second busiest airport in the world with only Atlantarsquos Hartsfield-Jackson being busier is like a small city in itself Donrsquot be intimidated though There are all sorts of people to help you get to where you need to be for baggage claim and shuttle transfers and cabs and such
We exchanged some money at the airport always for Ameri-cans a humbling experience because the dollar is so weak com-pared to Irelandrsquos euro and Englandrsquos pound Expect to give that
Another leap across the big pondEngland and Wales in 5 days
Travel Part 1
By John Grindrod
Westminster AbbyPhotos by John Grindrod
21 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
friendly Brit about two of your dollars for every pound yoursquoll get in return
Our shuttle got us to where we would spend the first two nights in London The Hilton Olympia on Kensington High Street a few blocks down from Princess Dianarsquos last home Kensington Palace
After check-in it was off to explore on our own so we headed for The Tube Londonrsquos underground mass transit system As we walked to the Kensington Station Jane and I saw the same admonishments painted at the street crossings that we saw the year before in Dublin either ldquoLook leftrdquo or ldquoLook rightrdquo They are painted there as a warning to tourists not used to roads where folks are driving vehicles on the left side of the road
Two all-day passes for any Tube ride or double-decker bus ride ran 13 pounds 20 pence in other words a little over $26 As I stepped into the train I couldnrsquot help but notice another direc-tive painted on the cement in front of the train carrsquos threshold ldquoMind the gaprdquo to warn those boarding to step over the small gap between platform and train car
Our first stop was Westminster Abbey which dates to the 11th century and is the huge canrsquot-miss church just west of Westminster Palace one of 10 residential choices available to Queen Elizabeth II Entry was 16 pounds (about $32) for each of us While a bit pricey it was something to which I would grow accustomed since London has a reputation as one of the worldrsquos most expensive cit-ies
I must say The Abbey which many of you saw on TV during Will and Katersquos wedding last April is perhaps the most impressive place Irsquove ever seen Originally it was an abbey for Benedictine monks that is until Henry VIII assumed direct royal control in 1539 and it became a church
Over the years it has been the site of coronations and burials of English mon-archs and other important persons Over 500 royals are buried in The Abbey and in the section known as Poetsrsquo Corner there resides eternally some of Englandrsquos great-est authors mdash Chaucer Tennyson Browning Masefield James Kipling and Dickens among them
Architecturally the most impressive aspect of the church to me was the ceiling well over 100 feet above and comprised of flying buttresses While no flash photog-raphy is allowed I did manage one photo of the ceiling before my impropriety was pointed out by one of the many stewards of the historic building
After leaving we headed for nearby Big Ben with its clock tower completed in 1859 It has become one of Londonrsquos most endearing symbols One misconception Irsquoll clear up is the name Big Ben isnrsquot the name of the clock but of one of the bells the 13-ton beauty that tolls each hour
As for its name there are two theories Some believe the bell was named for Lon-donrsquos first commissioner of works Benjamin Hall a man of formidable girth Others believe the bell was named for a popular heavyweight boxer of the 19th century Ben Count
We also admired the House of Parliament and Parliament Square across the street from the Abbey Further proof of Londonrsquos expense came when I had to answer naturersquos call A turnstile prevented my entry into the public restroom in Parliament Square until I dropped a fifty pence coin (the equivalent of $1) into the slot
We also walked to nearby Westminster Bridge to see what kind of river traffic there was on The Thames that day before returning to our Kensington High Street hotel
We dined at a nice pub down the street called The Hand and Flower on English favorites such as ham and chutney and fish and chips and did a little imbibing My choice was a fine English Ale with a beautiful bronze color Marstons
Next month Irsquoll take you on a morning stroll down Kensington High to see Kens-ington Palace and then out into London on two coach tours one in the morn-ing and one in the afternoon to see Buckingham Palace St Paulrsquos Cathedral The Tower of London and the famous Tower Bridge
TOP A portion of the ornate ceiling inside Westminster AbbyBOTTOM Big Ben Londons most endearing landmark
22
Jan 1Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 2Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 3Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Auglaize PERI 9 1130 am Speedway Lanes 455 N Herman St New Bremen Doug Brookhart on ldquoThe History of Water Plantsrdquo
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Parents and Friends of LesbiansGays 6 pm OSU LimaRhodes State 4240 Campus Dr Lima In the Public Service Building
Mended Hearts 7 pm St Ritarsquos Auxiliary Conference Center 718 W Market St Lima
Jan 4Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Richard Riggs on ldquoThe Lima Symphony Orchestrardquo
UAW 1211 Retirees 12 pm UAW Hall 1440 Bellefontaine
Ave Lima Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 5Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Jan 6ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Steel Magnolia 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 7Health Screenings 12 pm
Rite Aid Pharmacy 3230 W Elm St Lima
Jan 8Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 9Look Good Feel Better 4 pm
St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Look Good Feel Better 5 pm St Marys Community Public Library 140 S Chestnut St St Marys
Ottawa Country Music Jam 6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Kalida Branch Library 301 N Third St Kalida
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 10Bluffton Forum 11 am
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Tom Hafer on ldquoFitness as a Spiritual Disciplinerdquo In Founders Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Lima Area Watercolor Society 7 pm Immanuel United Methodist Church 699 Sunnydale St Elida
Jan 11Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Scott Lindstrom on
ldquoSolar Energyrdquo Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area Civil War Study Club 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Trinity Chapter Order of The Eastern Star 730 pm Lima Masonic Center 2165 N Cole St Lima
Jan 12Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 13Bluffton Colloquium 4
pm Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr George Lehman on ldquoNeuroleadership Good Science or Passing Fadrdquo In Centennial Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 14
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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Events calendar
23 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
a will as your only plan-ning strategy With only a will yoursquoll likely face the potential problems of probatemdashincluding high costs and inevi-table delays For many families planning with different types of trusts and gifting strategies can ensure that your spouse and children receive what they need without the hassles and fees of probate court These tactics are not only for the wealthy mdash it may be even more important to the average farm family for exam-ple who may be land rich but cash poor3 Stop worrying about your finances and start enjoying retirement
The most important reason to plan is so that you can stop worry-ing If you know your assets are secure mdash that your spouse will have enough to live on when yoursquore gone that yoursquoll be able to pass something along to your kids mdash then you can focus your energy on the most important part of retirement mak-ing these years great Start thinking bigger and planning now to make 2012 the time you started truly enjoy-ing your golden years Thatrsquos a resolution wersquod all like to achieve mdash and you canMitch Adel is managing partner at Cooper Adel and Associates With offices in Centerburg Monroe Sidney and Wilmington Cooper Adel amp Associates has clients statewide and offers regular seminars to educate seniors on critical financial issues
YOUR MONEY bull from 15 ndashndashndashndashndashndash
Plus II GatheringSupport Group 11 am Bradfield Community Center 550 S Collett St Lima For parents of twins On-site day care
Live Music Carl Rust in Concert 11 am The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Jan 15Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 16National Alliance on Mental
Illness 6 pm Challenged Higher Clubrsquos Drop-In Center 407 N Franklin St Van Wert
Auglaize Township Trustees 730 pm Auglaize Township Administration Building 7726 Bellefontaine Rd Harrod
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 17Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Caregiverrsquos Support Group 3 pm St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Jan 18Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Dr Matt Harbur on ldquoAgronomyrdquo
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Community Fellowship Meal 5 pm St John United Methodist Church 205 N High St Columbus Grove
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area UFO Associates 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Jan 19Allen County PERI 12 pm
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Peaceful Parenting 5 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Amputees in Motion 7 pm Bethel Baptist Church 630 Powers Ave Lima
Stomp 730 pm Veterans Memorial Civic Center 7 Town Sq Lima (419) 224-1552
Jan 20ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 21Lima Symphony Orchestra
presents Mozart by Candlelight 730 pm Trinity United Methodist Church 301 W Market St Lima
Jan 22Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 23Ottawa Country Music Jam
6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 24Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 James Nagle with ldquoStories from the Roadrdquo In Yoder Recital Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Family Movie Night 6 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Jenna Bush Hager 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 25Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 26Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 27Bluffton Colloquium 4 pm
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr Michael Edmiston on ldquoGadgets and the Curves They Throw Yourdquo In Stutzman Lecture Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 29Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 30Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 31Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
24 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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It was all in the familyRichard T Gregg the original owner of
Greggrsquos Department Store died at his home in Lima in 1942 and he was a man to be hon-ored both before and after his death Perhaps his philosophy about business had a lot to do with it for he said ldquoWe will treat each and every cus-tomer as though they were a guest in our homerdquo That thought was religiously carried on genera-tion after generation of the Gregg family
Gregg certainly knew his merchandise as well he should his family had been in the mercantile business since the Revolutionary period He had personally started his own store in Tiffin in 1885 when he was 25 years old It was known as a dry goods sewing and notions store and merchan-dise was top quality because he ordered almost everything from Marshall Field in Chicago And there was a definite friendship between Gregg and Field for when Gregg decided business was slow in Tiffin it was Field who suggested he relocate to Lima
He also knew what the word patience meant One of the things in his possession was a pair of saddlebags which his father used when he rode horseback from Ohio to the wholesale markets to buy things for his store and then had to wait for long periods for the goods to arrive
Gregg opened his store in Lima in 1900 in the Black Block a four story building on North Main Street There were shops on the first floor offices on the second and the Lima Public Library occu-pied the third He began with 5000 square feet of space and when the family eventually bought the building in 1935 he had 218000 square feet that included an annex across the street The idea of moving never crossed his mind for he had moved here when downtown was flourishing and he kept his confidence in its growth He not only ran a successful business but gave back to the com-munity of Lima with his backing everything new that happened here
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Suprisingly it wasnrsquot depressing
It actually brought some things into focus
Some see it as something to avoidhellip I saw it as a responsibilityrdquo
Why you decide isnrsquot importantJust decide
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ldquoWhy you decide to preplan
your funeral isnrsquot important
Itrsquos that you do decide
Thatrsquos whatrsquos important
Time Capsule
R T GreggA man with great foresight
By Jeanne Porreca R T Gregg
Roy Gregg
Tom Gregg
Geoff Gregg
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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Gregg had been married before coming to Lima to Emma Jane Beery and three children were born to them Roy Beery Robert T and Margaret Robert T died in 1931 after an auto accident and his wife died in 1945 Upon the senior Greggrsquos death in 1942 ownership passed to his son Roy Beery It was said of Roy that he was ldquoa perfect example of a round peg in a round holerdquo for thebusiness fitted him perfectly It was all he had known his entire life Like his father he had his own philosophy ldquoIf you give the people good values they will patronize you again and againrdquo Roy was the boss over 300 store employees who respected him and carried on all the fine qualities passed down to him He was fondly called ldquothe universal merchantrdquo and seldom did he miss a daily visit to the store right up to the day of his death Robert died in 1967
Robertrsquos death was the end of the line of the Gregg boys and so the management of the store fell to his grandson Thomas Allen Gregg Thomas had joined the firm in 1945 and had retired in 1979 but came back when the department store sales had begun to lag due to changes in downtown the sale of the store from the Gregg family and the new interest in shop-ping the malls Thomas was a true believer in Lima as then-mayor Harry Moyer reported to the Lima News upon Thomasrsquo death ldquoHis was the first downtown business to give $10000 for the purchase of the northeast quadrant of the Squarerdquo That property was later developed into where the Blue Cross (now The Munici-pal) building and the Town Square Apartments are today Thomas died in 1983 and his son took Geoff took over as manager until the store closed in 1985
There was only one place the Gregg family was as faithful to something else besides the store and that was Market Street Presbyterian Church where all generations belonged beginning with that first fam-ily member
Greggs Department Store in 1958
Pet of the WeekCheck out Sundayrsquos Lifestyle section for your favorite pet pictures
OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
18 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Seasonings
Under pressureThe latest kitchen lsquomust haversquo
may be the electric cooker
New electric models are bringing pressure cooking back to the home kitchen and recipes such as pumpkin risotto are easy in them
Photos courtesy of MCT
A quick look at my home kitchen and you might think I was an avowed minimalist One pot a few saucepans and a cher-ished cast-iron skillet A cupboard of bakeware and bowls
and counter space for just a few appliances All the gadgets that can fit in one small drawer A few chosen knives
Noble I wish A would-be cookware junkie Irsquom saved from binge-ing on tools and equipment only by the postage-stamp size of my cooking space To make it in my kitchen an item has to be essential Which is why I canrsquot stop thinking about getting an electric pressure cooker
In addition to cooking foods in a fraction of the normal time with just the push of a few buttons electric pressure cookers promise so much more Completely self-contained there are models that offer automatic timers and multiple functions so you can brown meats and saute vegetables before pressure cooking perhaps simmer in-between steps and keep a dish warm after itrsquos done Some models double as rice cookers steamers and even slow cookers to seal the deal
Irsquove never owned a pressure cooker With all the horror stories Irsquod heard growing up about exploding cookers and dinners ending up on the ceiling I never seriously considered buying one But more friends are getting them and I seem to be noticing them everywhere lately not just in stores but on TV too No Irsquom not talking ldquoFear Factorrdquo but popular cooking shows where chefs brandish pressure cookers to make quick work of slow-cooked dishes for competition shows such as ldquoTop Chefrdquo and ldquoIron Chefrdquo
So is it all hype And what about the electric models mdash are they too good to be true Curious the LA Times Test Kitchen tested five popular electric cookers along with a highly regarded stove-top model for comparison
The results Pleasantly surprisingAt first glance therersquos no confusing an electric pressure cooker for
a traditional stove-top model These babies are nothing like your motherrsquos pressure cooker While many stove-top models look like a sturdy saucepan with an extra handle attached to the lid the electric models are bigger and bulkier mdash picture a slow cooker on steroids mdash bedazzled with buttons and digital displays Theyrsquore big enough to demand prime counter-top real estate yoursquod be hard-pressed to fit one in a normal cabinet The stainless steel All-Clad in particular reminded me of a mini bank vault it was heavier than the other models we tested and its substantial lid transformed at the touch of a button to lock and unlock (Irsquom convinced food mdash anything mdash would be safe in it even in the event of a nuclear holocaust)
Whatrsquos good about the electric models is that they do so many things automatically plug in the cooker press a few buttons and go You donrsquot have to hover over the stove adjusting the burner to regulate pressure or watch the clock to time when a dish is done The electric models switch off automatically mdash often beeping when done mdash slowly releasing pressure and keeping the dishes warm until needed
The digital displays can be extremely helpful in giving up-to-the-minute details on how a dish is progressing Some displays are very simple others much more colorful even entertaining (the Deni had me momentarily mesmerized) But there can be too much informa-tion At first the Cuisinartrsquos display was a little confusing even after reading the manual we still had to look up a video on YouTube to figure it out
All the models we tested had ldquobrowningrdquo andor ldquosauteingrdquo func-tions a convenient feature allowing you to sear meats and brown vegetables in the same pot before cooking While most of the elec-tric models were round our Deni test model was oval mdash much like a heavy-duty stove-top casserole mdash and not as deep as the others but it had more surface area on the bottom of the insert perfect for browning larger batches of food
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BRANDIED APPLESAUCETotal time 40 minutes plus cooling and chilling timeServings Makes about 5 cups4 pounds Granny Smith apples or other cooking apples34 cup dark brown sugar12 cup apple cider13 cup brandy preferably applejack2 cinnamon sticksPinch nutmegPinch ground clovesPinch dried gingerZest and juice of 12 lemon1 Peel core and quarter the apples2 In a pressure cooker combine the apples brown sugar cider
brandy cinnamon nutmeg cloves ginger lemon zest and juice Lock the pressure cooker and cook at high pressure for 2 minutes
3 Allow the cooker to release pressure naturally (10 to 20 min-utes) then carefully remove the lid Remove the cinnamon sticks and coarsely chop the apples for a coarse sauce or puree them in a blender or food processor for a smoother texture Taste the apple-sauce and adjust the sweetness and flavorings if desired
4 Set the applesauce aside to cool then cover and refrigerate until chilled Taste the applesauce once more (the flavorings will mute a little as the sauce chills) and adjust if desired This makes about 5 cups applesauce The applesauce will keep up to 10 days covered and refrigerated
Each one-half cup sauce 160 calories 0 protein 38 grams carbo-hydrates 2 grams fiber 0 fat 0 cholesterol 33 grams sugar 5 mg sodium
Pressure cookers are becoming a hot item again in home kitchens and are a huge step up from the old ones that always carried stories of exploding dinners New electric mod-els incorpo-rate many fea-tures includ-ing automatic temperature control and timing
20 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Having already experienced Ireland on a Trafalgar Tours coach I didnrsquot hesitate when I decided to see what life was like
to Irelandrsquos neighbors to the east England and Wales So I invite you to join me for this the first of a five-par installment
Irsquoll give you my observations and experiences and tell you what I think you should know if you want to see this part of Europe As far as price my travel mate Jane and I received what we thought was a good rate With airfare included the tour was $1900 apiece and that included all lodging full daily breakfasts three full dinners and shuttle transfers to and from Heathrow Airport
While with travel days the trip was 10 days and included Scotland as well Irsquoll get to Scotland next year By doing so I can begin a series in June on my New Eng-land fall colors week-long adventure through much of New Eng-land a trip which also extended itself beyond American boarders into new Brunswick Canada
As we did for Ireland we pre-loaded a Visa travel card with $1000 to supplement our upfront $1900 and some pocket money we intended to exchange to pounds for daily incidentals The card we intended to use to eat our lunches and dinners not cov-ered in Trafalgarrsquos cost
Not only did the card ensure no large credit card bills came when I returned but the dollars-to-pounds conversion was done automatically The card we used mostly for meals not covered in the cost of the tour
After a flight that covered 3331 miles most of which covered
night-time hours we arrived at Heathrow at 815 am on a Sat-urday I am always challenged when it comes to sleeping on a plane so the time worked well for me The Delta flight also worked well for me because above the drop-down tray was my own personal movie screen with a wide array of current movie selections that were free The full meal for me a meatless pasta dish on a Lenten Friday was quite tasty
Heathrow the second busiest airport in the world with only Atlantarsquos Hartsfield-Jackson being busier is like a small city in itself Donrsquot be intimidated though There are all sorts of people to help you get to where you need to be for baggage claim and shuttle transfers and cabs and such
We exchanged some money at the airport always for Ameri-cans a humbling experience because the dollar is so weak com-pared to Irelandrsquos euro and Englandrsquos pound Expect to give that
Another leap across the big pondEngland and Wales in 5 days
Travel Part 1
By John Grindrod
Westminster AbbyPhotos by John Grindrod
21 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
friendly Brit about two of your dollars for every pound yoursquoll get in return
Our shuttle got us to where we would spend the first two nights in London The Hilton Olympia on Kensington High Street a few blocks down from Princess Dianarsquos last home Kensington Palace
After check-in it was off to explore on our own so we headed for The Tube Londonrsquos underground mass transit system As we walked to the Kensington Station Jane and I saw the same admonishments painted at the street crossings that we saw the year before in Dublin either ldquoLook leftrdquo or ldquoLook rightrdquo They are painted there as a warning to tourists not used to roads where folks are driving vehicles on the left side of the road
Two all-day passes for any Tube ride or double-decker bus ride ran 13 pounds 20 pence in other words a little over $26 As I stepped into the train I couldnrsquot help but notice another direc-tive painted on the cement in front of the train carrsquos threshold ldquoMind the gaprdquo to warn those boarding to step over the small gap between platform and train car
Our first stop was Westminster Abbey which dates to the 11th century and is the huge canrsquot-miss church just west of Westminster Palace one of 10 residential choices available to Queen Elizabeth II Entry was 16 pounds (about $32) for each of us While a bit pricey it was something to which I would grow accustomed since London has a reputation as one of the worldrsquos most expensive cit-ies
I must say The Abbey which many of you saw on TV during Will and Katersquos wedding last April is perhaps the most impressive place Irsquove ever seen Originally it was an abbey for Benedictine monks that is until Henry VIII assumed direct royal control in 1539 and it became a church
Over the years it has been the site of coronations and burials of English mon-archs and other important persons Over 500 royals are buried in The Abbey and in the section known as Poetsrsquo Corner there resides eternally some of Englandrsquos great-est authors mdash Chaucer Tennyson Browning Masefield James Kipling and Dickens among them
Architecturally the most impressive aspect of the church to me was the ceiling well over 100 feet above and comprised of flying buttresses While no flash photog-raphy is allowed I did manage one photo of the ceiling before my impropriety was pointed out by one of the many stewards of the historic building
After leaving we headed for nearby Big Ben with its clock tower completed in 1859 It has become one of Londonrsquos most endearing symbols One misconception Irsquoll clear up is the name Big Ben isnrsquot the name of the clock but of one of the bells the 13-ton beauty that tolls each hour
As for its name there are two theories Some believe the bell was named for Lon-donrsquos first commissioner of works Benjamin Hall a man of formidable girth Others believe the bell was named for a popular heavyweight boxer of the 19th century Ben Count
We also admired the House of Parliament and Parliament Square across the street from the Abbey Further proof of Londonrsquos expense came when I had to answer naturersquos call A turnstile prevented my entry into the public restroom in Parliament Square until I dropped a fifty pence coin (the equivalent of $1) into the slot
We also walked to nearby Westminster Bridge to see what kind of river traffic there was on The Thames that day before returning to our Kensington High Street hotel
We dined at a nice pub down the street called The Hand and Flower on English favorites such as ham and chutney and fish and chips and did a little imbibing My choice was a fine English Ale with a beautiful bronze color Marstons
Next month Irsquoll take you on a morning stroll down Kensington High to see Kens-ington Palace and then out into London on two coach tours one in the morn-ing and one in the afternoon to see Buckingham Palace St Paulrsquos Cathedral The Tower of London and the famous Tower Bridge
TOP A portion of the ornate ceiling inside Westminster AbbyBOTTOM Big Ben Londons most endearing landmark
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Jan 1Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
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Jan 2Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 3Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Auglaize PERI 9 1130 am Speedway Lanes 455 N Herman St New Bremen Doug Brookhart on ldquoThe History of Water Plantsrdquo
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Parents and Friends of LesbiansGays 6 pm OSU LimaRhodes State 4240 Campus Dr Lima In the Public Service Building
Mended Hearts 7 pm St Ritarsquos Auxiliary Conference Center 718 W Market St Lima
Jan 4Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Richard Riggs on ldquoThe Lima Symphony Orchestrardquo
UAW 1211 Retirees 12 pm UAW Hall 1440 Bellefontaine
Ave Lima Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 5Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Jan 6ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Steel Magnolia 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 7Health Screenings 12 pm
Rite Aid Pharmacy 3230 W Elm St Lima
Jan 8Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 9Look Good Feel Better 4 pm
St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Look Good Feel Better 5 pm St Marys Community Public Library 140 S Chestnut St St Marys
Ottawa Country Music Jam 6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Kalida Branch Library 301 N Third St Kalida
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 10Bluffton Forum 11 am
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Tom Hafer on ldquoFitness as a Spiritual Disciplinerdquo In Founders Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Lima Area Watercolor Society 7 pm Immanuel United Methodist Church 699 Sunnydale St Elida
Jan 11Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Scott Lindstrom on
ldquoSolar Energyrdquo Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area Civil War Study Club 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Trinity Chapter Order of The Eastern Star 730 pm Lima Masonic Center 2165 N Cole St Lima
Jan 12Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 13Bluffton Colloquium 4
pm Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr George Lehman on ldquoNeuroleadership Good Science or Passing Fadrdquo In Centennial Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 14
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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Events calendar
23 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
a will as your only plan-ning strategy With only a will yoursquoll likely face the potential problems of probatemdashincluding high costs and inevi-table delays For many families planning with different types of trusts and gifting strategies can ensure that your spouse and children receive what they need without the hassles and fees of probate court These tactics are not only for the wealthy mdash it may be even more important to the average farm family for exam-ple who may be land rich but cash poor3 Stop worrying about your finances and start enjoying retirement
The most important reason to plan is so that you can stop worry-ing If you know your assets are secure mdash that your spouse will have enough to live on when yoursquore gone that yoursquoll be able to pass something along to your kids mdash then you can focus your energy on the most important part of retirement mak-ing these years great Start thinking bigger and planning now to make 2012 the time you started truly enjoy-ing your golden years Thatrsquos a resolution wersquod all like to achieve mdash and you canMitch Adel is managing partner at Cooper Adel and Associates With offices in Centerburg Monroe Sidney and Wilmington Cooper Adel amp Associates has clients statewide and offers regular seminars to educate seniors on critical financial issues
YOUR MONEY bull from 15 ndashndashndashndashndashndash
Plus II GatheringSupport Group 11 am Bradfield Community Center 550 S Collett St Lima For parents of twins On-site day care
Live Music Carl Rust in Concert 11 am The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Jan 15Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 16National Alliance on Mental
Illness 6 pm Challenged Higher Clubrsquos Drop-In Center 407 N Franklin St Van Wert
Auglaize Township Trustees 730 pm Auglaize Township Administration Building 7726 Bellefontaine Rd Harrod
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 17Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Caregiverrsquos Support Group 3 pm St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Jan 18Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Dr Matt Harbur on ldquoAgronomyrdquo
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Community Fellowship Meal 5 pm St John United Methodist Church 205 N High St Columbus Grove
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area UFO Associates 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Jan 19Allen County PERI 12 pm
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Peaceful Parenting 5 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Amputees in Motion 7 pm Bethel Baptist Church 630 Powers Ave Lima
Stomp 730 pm Veterans Memorial Civic Center 7 Town Sq Lima (419) 224-1552
Jan 20ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 21Lima Symphony Orchestra
presents Mozart by Candlelight 730 pm Trinity United Methodist Church 301 W Market St Lima
Jan 22Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 23Ottawa Country Music Jam
6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 24Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 James Nagle with ldquoStories from the Roadrdquo In Yoder Recital Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Family Movie Night 6 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Jenna Bush Hager 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 25Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 26Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 27Bluffton Colloquium 4 pm
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr Michael Edmiston on ldquoGadgets and the Curves They Throw Yourdquo In Stutzman Lecture Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 29Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 30Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 31Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
24 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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Gregg had been married before coming to Lima to Emma Jane Beery and three children were born to them Roy Beery Robert T and Margaret Robert T died in 1931 after an auto accident and his wife died in 1945 Upon the senior Greggrsquos death in 1942 ownership passed to his son Roy Beery It was said of Roy that he was ldquoa perfect example of a round peg in a round holerdquo for thebusiness fitted him perfectly It was all he had known his entire life Like his father he had his own philosophy ldquoIf you give the people good values they will patronize you again and againrdquo Roy was the boss over 300 store employees who respected him and carried on all the fine qualities passed down to him He was fondly called ldquothe universal merchantrdquo and seldom did he miss a daily visit to the store right up to the day of his death Robert died in 1967
Robertrsquos death was the end of the line of the Gregg boys and so the management of the store fell to his grandson Thomas Allen Gregg Thomas had joined the firm in 1945 and had retired in 1979 but came back when the department store sales had begun to lag due to changes in downtown the sale of the store from the Gregg family and the new interest in shop-ping the malls Thomas was a true believer in Lima as then-mayor Harry Moyer reported to the Lima News upon Thomasrsquo death ldquoHis was the first downtown business to give $10000 for the purchase of the northeast quadrant of the Squarerdquo That property was later developed into where the Blue Cross (now The Munici-pal) building and the Town Square Apartments are today Thomas died in 1983 and his son took Geoff took over as manager until the store closed in 1985
There was only one place the Gregg family was as faithful to something else besides the store and that was Market Street Presbyterian Church where all generations belonged beginning with that first fam-ily member
Greggs Department Store in 1958
Pet of the WeekCheck out Sundayrsquos Lifestyle section for your favorite pet pictures
OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
18 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Seasonings
Under pressureThe latest kitchen lsquomust haversquo
may be the electric cooker
New electric models are bringing pressure cooking back to the home kitchen and recipes such as pumpkin risotto are easy in them
Photos courtesy of MCT
A quick look at my home kitchen and you might think I was an avowed minimalist One pot a few saucepans and a cher-ished cast-iron skillet A cupboard of bakeware and bowls
and counter space for just a few appliances All the gadgets that can fit in one small drawer A few chosen knives
Noble I wish A would-be cookware junkie Irsquom saved from binge-ing on tools and equipment only by the postage-stamp size of my cooking space To make it in my kitchen an item has to be essential Which is why I canrsquot stop thinking about getting an electric pressure cooker
In addition to cooking foods in a fraction of the normal time with just the push of a few buttons electric pressure cookers promise so much more Completely self-contained there are models that offer automatic timers and multiple functions so you can brown meats and saute vegetables before pressure cooking perhaps simmer in-between steps and keep a dish warm after itrsquos done Some models double as rice cookers steamers and even slow cookers to seal the deal
Irsquove never owned a pressure cooker With all the horror stories Irsquod heard growing up about exploding cookers and dinners ending up on the ceiling I never seriously considered buying one But more friends are getting them and I seem to be noticing them everywhere lately not just in stores but on TV too No Irsquom not talking ldquoFear Factorrdquo but popular cooking shows where chefs brandish pressure cookers to make quick work of slow-cooked dishes for competition shows such as ldquoTop Chefrdquo and ldquoIron Chefrdquo
So is it all hype And what about the electric models mdash are they too good to be true Curious the LA Times Test Kitchen tested five popular electric cookers along with a highly regarded stove-top model for comparison
The results Pleasantly surprisingAt first glance therersquos no confusing an electric pressure cooker for
a traditional stove-top model These babies are nothing like your motherrsquos pressure cooker While many stove-top models look like a sturdy saucepan with an extra handle attached to the lid the electric models are bigger and bulkier mdash picture a slow cooker on steroids mdash bedazzled with buttons and digital displays Theyrsquore big enough to demand prime counter-top real estate yoursquod be hard-pressed to fit one in a normal cabinet The stainless steel All-Clad in particular reminded me of a mini bank vault it was heavier than the other models we tested and its substantial lid transformed at the touch of a button to lock and unlock (Irsquom convinced food mdash anything mdash would be safe in it even in the event of a nuclear holocaust)
Whatrsquos good about the electric models is that they do so many things automatically plug in the cooker press a few buttons and go You donrsquot have to hover over the stove adjusting the burner to regulate pressure or watch the clock to time when a dish is done The electric models switch off automatically mdash often beeping when done mdash slowly releasing pressure and keeping the dishes warm until needed
The digital displays can be extremely helpful in giving up-to-the-minute details on how a dish is progressing Some displays are very simple others much more colorful even entertaining (the Deni had me momentarily mesmerized) But there can be too much informa-tion At first the Cuisinartrsquos display was a little confusing even after reading the manual we still had to look up a video on YouTube to figure it out
All the models we tested had ldquobrowningrdquo andor ldquosauteingrdquo func-tions a convenient feature allowing you to sear meats and brown vegetables in the same pot before cooking While most of the elec-tric models were round our Deni test model was oval mdash much like a heavy-duty stove-top casserole mdash and not as deep as the others but it had more surface area on the bottom of the insert perfect for browning larger batches of food
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BRANDIED APPLESAUCETotal time 40 minutes plus cooling and chilling timeServings Makes about 5 cups4 pounds Granny Smith apples or other cooking apples34 cup dark brown sugar12 cup apple cider13 cup brandy preferably applejack2 cinnamon sticksPinch nutmegPinch ground clovesPinch dried gingerZest and juice of 12 lemon1 Peel core and quarter the apples2 In a pressure cooker combine the apples brown sugar cider
brandy cinnamon nutmeg cloves ginger lemon zest and juice Lock the pressure cooker and cook at high pressure for 2 minutes
3 Allow the cooker to release pressure naturally (10 to 20 min-utes) then carefully remove the lid Remove the cinnamon sticks and coarsely chop the apples for a coarse sauce or puree them in a blender or food processor for a smoother texture Taste the apple-sauce and adjust the sweetness and flavorings if desired
4 Set the applesauce aside to cool then cover and refrigerate until chilled Taste the applesauce once more (the flavorings will mute a little as the sauce chills) and adjust if desired This makes about 5 cups applesauce The applesauce will keep up to 10 days covered and refrigerated
Each one-half cup sauce 160 calories 0 protein 38 grams carbo-hydrates 2 grams fiber 0 fat 0 cholesterol 33 grams sugar 5 mg sodium
Pressure cookers are becoming a hot item again in home kitchens and are a huge step up from the old ones that always carried stories of exploding dinners New electric mod-els incorpo-rate many fea-tures includ-ing automatic temperature control and timing
20 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Having already experienced Ireland on a Trafalgar Tours coach I didnrsquot hesitate when I decided to see what life was like
to Irelandrsquos neighbors to the east England and Wales So I invite you to join me for this the first of a five-par installment
Irsquoll give you my observations and experiences and tell you what I think you should know if you want to see this part of Europe As far as price my travel mate Jane and I received what we thought was a good rate With airfare included the tour was $1900 apiece and that included all lodging full daily breakfasts three full dinners and shuttle transfers to and from Heathrow Airport
While with travel days the trip was 10 days and included Scotland as well Irsquoll get to Scotland next year By doing so I can begin a series in June on my New Eng-land fall colors week-long adventure through much of New Eng-land a trip which also extended itself beyond American boarders into new Brunswick Canada
As we did for Ireland we pre-loaded a Visa travel card with $1000 to supplement our upfront $1900 and some pocket money we intended to exchange to pounds for daily incidentals The card we intended to use to eat our lunches and dinners not cov-ered in Trafalgarrsquos cost
Not only did the card ensure no large credit card bills came when I returned but the dollars-to-pounds conversion was done automatically The card we used mostly for meals not covered in the cost of the tour
After a flight that covered 3331 miles most of which covered
night-time hours we arrived at Heathrow at 815 am on a Sat-urday I am always challenged when it comes to sleeping on a plane so the time worked well for me The Delta flight also worked well for me because above the drop-down tray was my own personal movie screen with a wide array of current movie selections that were free The full meal for me a meatless pasta dish on a Lenten Friday was quite tasty
Heathrow the second busiest airport in the world with only Atlantarsquos Hartsfield-Jackson being busier is like a small city in itself Donrsquot be intimidated though There are all sorts of people to help you get to where you need to be for baggage claim and shuttle transfers and cabs and such
We exchanged some money at the airport always for Ameri-cans a humbling experience because the dollar is so weak com-pared to Irelandrsquos euro and Englandrsquos pound Expect to give that
Another leap across the big pondEngland and Wales in 5 days
Travel Part 1
By John Grindrod
Westminster AbbyPhotos by John Grindrod
21 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
friendly Brit about two of your dollars for every pound yoursquoll get in return
Our shuttle got us to where we would spend the first two nights in London The Hilton Olympia on Kensington High Street a few blocks down from Princess Dianarsquos last home Kensington Palace
After check-in it was off to explore on our own so we headed for The Tube Londonrsquos underground mass transit system As we walked to the Kensington Station Jane and I saw the same admonishments painted at the street crossings that we saw the year before in Dublin either ldquoLook leftrdquo or ldquoLook rightrdquo They are painted there as a warning to tourists not used to roads where folks are driving vehicles on the left side of the road
Two all-day passes for any Tube ride or double-decker bus ride ran 13 pounds 20 pence in other words a little over $26 As I stepped into the train I couldnrsquot help but notice another direc-tive painted on the cement in front of the train carrsquos threshold ldquoMind the gaprdquo to warn those boarding to step over the small gap between platform and train car
Our first stop was Westminster Abbey which dates to the 11th century and is the huge canrsquot-miss church just west of Westminster Palace one of 10 residential choices available to Queen Elizabeth II Entry was 16 pounds (about $32) for each of us While a bit pricey it was something to which I would grow accustomed since London has a reputation as one of the worldrsquos most expensive cit-ies
I must say The Abbey which many of you saw on TV during Will and Katersquos wedding last April is perhaps the most impressive place Irsquove ever seen Originally it was an abbey for Benedictine monks that is until Henry VIII assumed direct royal control in 1539 and it became a church
Over the years it has been the site of coronations and burials of English mon-archs and other important persons Over 500 royals are buried in The Abbey and in the section known as Poetsrsquo Corner there resides eternally some of Englandrsquos great-est authors mdash Chaucer Tennyson Browning Masefield James Kipling and Dickens among them
Architecturally the most impressive aspect of the church to me was the ceiling well over 100 feet above and comprised of flying buttresses While no flash photog-raphy is allowed I did manage one photo of the ceiling before my impropriety was pointed out by one of the many stewards of the historic building
After leaving we headed for nearby Big Ben with its clock tower completed in 1859 It has become one of Londonrsquos most endearing symbols One misconception Irsquoll clear up is the name Big Ben isnrsquot the name of the clock but of one of the bells the 13-ton beauty that tolls each hour
As for its name there are two theories Some believe the bell was named for Lon-donrsquos first commissioner of works Benjamin Hall a man of formidable girth Others believe the bell was named for a popular heavyweight boxer of the 19th century Ben Count
We also admired the House of Parliament and Parliament Square across the street from the Abbey Further proof of Londonrsquos expense came when I had to answer naturersquos call A turnstile prevented my entry into the public restroom in Parliament Square until I dropped a fifty pence coin (the equivalent of $1) into the slot
We also walked to nearby Westminster Bridge to see what kind of river traffic there was on The Thames that day before returning to our Kensington High Street hotel
We dined at a nice pub down the street called The Hand and Flower on English favorites such as ham and chutney and fish and chips and did a little imbibing My choice was a fine English Ale with a beautiful bronze color Marstons
Next month Irsquoll take you on a morning stroll down Kensington High to see Kens-ington Palace and then out into London on two coach tours one in the morn-ing and one in the afternoon to see Buckingham Palace St Paulrsquos Cathedral The Tower of London and the famous Tower Bridge
TOP A portion of the ornate ceiling inside Westminster AbbyBOTTOM Big Ben Londons most endearing landmark
22
Jan 1Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 2Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 3Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Auglaize PERI 9 1130 am Speedway Lanes 455 N Herman St New Bremen Doug Brookhart on ldquoThe History of Water Plantsrdquo
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Parents and Friends of LesbiansGays 6 pm OSU LimaRhodes State 4240 Campus Dr Lima In the Public Service Building
Mended Hearts 7 pm St Ritarsquos Auxiliary Conference Center 718 W Market St Lima
Jan 4Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Richard Riggs on ldquoThe Lima Symphony Orchestrardquo
UAW 1211 Retirees 12 pm UAW Hall 1440 Bellefontaine
Ave Lima Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 5Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Jan 6ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Steel Magnolia 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 7Health Screenings 12 pm
Rite Aid Pharmacy 3230 W Elm St Lima
Jan 8Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 9Look Good Feel Better 4 pm
St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Look Good Feel Better 5 pm St Marys Community Public Library 140 S Chestnut St St Marys
Ottawa Country Music Jam 6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Kalida Branch Library 301 N Third St Kalida
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 10Bluffton Forum 11 am
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Tom Hafer on ldquoFitness as a Spiritual Disciplinerdquo In Founders Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Lima Area Watercolor Society 7 pm Immanuel United Methodist Church 699 Sunnydale St Elida
Jan 11Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Scott Lindstrom on
ldquoSolar Energyrdquo Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area Civil War Study Club 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Trinity Chapter Order of The Eastern Star 730 pm Lima Masonic Center 2165 N Cole St Lima
Jan 12Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 13Bluffton Colloquium 4
pm Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr George Lehman on ldquoNeuroleadership Good Science or Passing Fadrdquo In Centennial Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 14
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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At Elmcroft yoursquoll enjoy
bull Three hot fresh meals per day
bull Housekeepingbull Laundry servicesbull Salon and barber shop
servicesbull Transportation to
appointmentsbull Plenty of activities bull A warm and cozy
environment bull Caring staff providing
care 24 hours a day
ELMCROFT OF LIMAAssisted Living amp Memory Care2075 North Eastown Road Lima bull wwwElmcroftALcom
Events calendar
23 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
a will as your only plan-ning strategy With only a will yoursquoll likely face the potential problems of probatemdashincluding high costs and inevi-table delays For many families planning with different types of trusts and gifting strategies can ensure that your spouse and children receive what they need without the hassles and fees of probate court These tactics are not only for the wealthy mdash it may be even more important to the average farm family for exam-ple who may be land rich but cash poor3 Stop worrying about your finances and start enjoying retirement
The most important reason to plan is so that you can stop worry-ing If you know your assets are secure mdash that your spouse will have enough to live on when yoursquore gone that yoursquoll be able to pass something along to your kids mdash then you can focus your energy on the most important part of retirement mak-ing these years great Start thinking bigger and planning now to make 2012 the time you started truly enjoy-ing your golden years Thatrsquos a resolution wersquod all like to achieve mdash and you canMitch Adel is managing partner at Cooper Adel and Associates With offices in Centerburg Monroe Sidney and Wilmington Cooper Adel amp Associates has clients statewide and offers regular seminars to educate seniors on critical financial issues
YOUR MONEY bull from 15 ndashndashndashndashndashndash
Plus II GatheringSupport Group 11 am Bradfield Community Center 550 S Collett St Lima For parents of twins On-site day care
Live Music Carl Rust in Concert 11 am The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Jan 15Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 16National Alliance on Mental
Illness 6 pm Challenged Higher Clubrsquos Drop-In Center 407 N Franklin St Van Wert
Auglaize Township Trustees 730 pm Auglaize Township Administration Building 7726 Bellefontaine Rd Harrod
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 17Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Caregiverrsquos Support Group 3 pm St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Jan 18Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Dr Matt Harbur on ldquoAgronomyrdquo
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Community Fellowship Meal 5 pm St John United Methodist Church 205 N High St Columbus Grove
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area UFO Associates 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Jan 19Allen County PERI 12 pm
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Peaceful Parenting 5 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Amputees in Motion 7 pm Bethel Baptist Church 630 Powers Ave Lima
Stomp 730 pm Veterans Memorial Civic Center 7 Town Sq Lima (419) 224-1552
Jan 20ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 21Lima Symphony Orchestra
presents Mozart by Candlelight 730 pm Trinity United Methodist Church 301 W Market St Lima
Jan 22Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 23Ottawa Country Music Jam
6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 24Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 James Nagle with ldquoStories from the Roadrdquo In Yoder Recital Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Family Movie Night 6 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Jenna Bush Hager 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 25Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 26Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 27Bluffton Colloquium 4 pm
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr Michael Edmiston on ldquoGadgets and the Curves They Throw Yourdquo In Stutzman Lecture Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 29Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 30Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 31Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
24 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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18 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Seasonings
Under pressureThe latest kitchen lsquomust haversquo
may be the electric cooker
New electric models are bringing pressure cooking back to the home kitchen and recipes such as pumpkin risotto are easy in them
Photos courtesy of MCT
A quick look at my home kitchen and you might think I was an avowed minimalist One pot a few saucepans and a cher-ished cast-iron skillet A cupboard of bakeware and bowls
and counter space for just a few appliances All the gadgets that can fit in one small drawer A few chosen knives
Noble I wish A would-be cookware junkie Irsquom saved from binge-ing on tools and equipment only by the postage-stamp size of my cooking space To make it in my kitchen an item has to be essential Which is why I canrsquot stop thinking about getting an electric pressure cooker
In addition to cooking foods in a fraction of the normal time with just the push of a few buttons electric pressure cookers promise so much more Completely self-contained there are models that offer automatic timers and multiple functions so you can brown meats and saute vegetables before pressure cooking perhaps simmer in-between steps and keep a dish warm after itrsquos done Some models double as rice cookers steamers and even slow cookers to seal the deal
Irsquove never owned a pressure cooker With all the horror stories Irsquod heard growing up about exploding cookers and dinners ending up on the ceiling I never seriously considered buying one But more friends are getting them and I seem to be noticing them everywhere lately not just in stores but on TV too No Irsquom not talking ldquoFear Factorrdquo but popular cooking shows where chefs brandish pressure cookers to make quick work of slow-cooked dishes for competition shows such as ldquoTop Chefrdquo and ldquoIron Chefrdquo
So is it all hype And what about the electric models mdash are they too good to be true Curious the LA Times Test Kitchen tested five popular electric cookers along with a highly regarded stove-top model for comparison
The results Pleasantly surprisingAt first glance therersquos no confusing an electric pressure cooker for
a traditional stove-top model These babies are nothing like your motherrsquos pressure cooker While many stove-top models look like a sturdy saucepan with an extra handle attached to the lid the electric models are bigger and bulkier mdash picture a slow cooker on steroids mdash bedazzled with buttons and digital displays Theyrsquore big enough to demand prime counter-top real estate yoursquod be hard-pressed to fit one in a normal cabinet The stainless steel All-Clad in particular reminded me of a mini bank vault it was heavier than the other models we tested and its substantial lid transformed at the touch of a button to lock and unlock (Irsquom convinced food mdash anything mdash would be safe in it even in the event of a nuclear holocaust)
Whatrsquos good about the electric models is that they do so many things automatically plug in the cooker press a few buttons and go You donrsquot have to hover over the stove adjusting the burner to regulate pressure or watch the clock to time when a dish is done The electric models switch off automatically mdash often beeping when done mdash slowly releasing pressure and keeping the dishes warm until needed
The digital displays can be extremely helpful in giving up-to-the-minute details on how a dish is progressing Some displays are very simple others much more colorful even entertaining (the Deni had me momentarily mesmerized) But there can be too much informa-tion At first the Cuisinartrsquos display was a little confusing even after reading the manual we still had to look up a video on YouTube to figure it out
All the models we tested had ldquobrowningrdquo andor ldquosauteingrdquo func-tions a convenient feature allowing you to sear meats and brown vegetables in the same pot before cooking While most of the elec-tric models were round our Deni test model was oval mdash much like a heavy-duty stove-top casserole mdash and not as deep as the others but it had more surface area on the bottom of the insert perfect for browning larger batches of food
Los Angeles Times
19 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
VA approvedLost Creek Care Center
Now offering senior friendly computer access like e-mail
surfing the net and more
We serve seniors in
many areas
Transitional Care UnitShort-Term Rehab UnitRespite Care
Call us about our exciting Volunteer Programs
Medicare Medicaid approved804 South Mumaugh
Lima Ohio 45804 bull 419-225-9040wwwlostcreekcareorg
300001833373 CenturyLink DHCWP 36600 X 29400 A5887111
Advertising Copy - Client ApprovalCenturyLinkTM Yellow Pages published by Dex
Client ID 4012625511 Listing TN 419-222-8346 Based on AdLMCCSS BRENDA BARNETT Product LIM UDAC DHCWP
CSH Listing Name Davis Richard A MD FAC s
Heading PHYSIC IANS amp SURGEONS-MD
Important This is your chance to review the ad Due to space limitations of this copysheet ad shown may be smaller than actual size
Check the Accuracy Business Name Address Phone Number Web AddressCase Sensitive Spelling
Make sure any changes you want have been notedPLEASE REVIEW THE ABOVE AD CAREFULLYPay special attention to phone numbers addresses business names internet addresses (case sensitive) spellingtypographical errors placement of text inthe ad photos artwork and the directories or online publications in which you want the ad to appearPlease remember that this Ad is subject to the terms and conditions of your Client Agreement including the limitationsof liability provision which limits our liability to the amount you have paid us for the adI APPROVE THIS AD FOR PUBLICATION
DateClient AuthorizationClient Name and Title
Formerly Midwest VeinRichard A Davis MD FACS
bull State of the art facilities and laser technologybull In-off ice procedures
bull Back to work and normal activities within two days
ndash I would highly recommend Dr Davis as a talented surgeon who goes that extramile in providing for your comfort He and his staff show genuine concern
warmth and friendliness Jerri Ansley Lima Oh
(419) 222-8346wwwmyimagemedicalcom
ndash My leg veins had become so bad that I was unable to pursue my love of runningAfter completing treatment I have successfully competed in two half-marathons
Dr Davis was outstanding and the most caring physician I have known- Rick Jutte Columbus
What our patientsare saying
for treatment of varicose
and spider veins
Your Solution To Varicose Veins
Before
After
920 West Market Street Suite 320
Your Solution To Varicose Veins
- I would highly recommend Dr Davis as a talented surgeon who goes that extra mile in providing for your comfort He and his staff show genuine concern warmth and
friendliness Jerry Ansley Lima OH
- I want to express my deepest appreciation to Dr Davis and his staff in the treatment of my leg veins The kindness and compassion I received went well beyond the call of
duty Ruth Huckins Lima OH
What our patients are saying- My leg veins had become so bad that I was unable to pursue my
love of running After completing treatment I have successfully competed in two half-marathons Dr Davis was outstanding and the most caring physician I have known ndash Rick Jutte Columbus
BRANDIED APPLESAUCETotal time 40 minutes plus cooling and chilling timeServings Makes about 5 cups4 pounds Granny Smith apples or other cooking apples34 cup dark brown sugar12 cup apple cider13 cup brandy preferably applejack2 cinnamon sticksPinch nutmegPinch ground clovesPinch dried gingerZest and juice of 12 lemon1 Peel core and quarter the apples2 In a pressure cooker combine the apples brown sugar cider
brandy cinnamon nutmeg cloves ginger lemon zest and juice Lock the pressure cooker and cook at high pressure for 2 minutes
3 Allow the cooker to release pressure naturally (10 to 20 min-utes) then carefully remove the lid Remove the cinnamon sticks and coarsely chop the apples for a coarse sauce or puree them in a blender or food processor for a smoother texture Taste the apple-sauce and adjust the sweetness and flavorings if desired
4 Set the applesauce aside to cool then cover and refrigerate until chilled Taste the applesauce once more (the flavorings will mute a little as the sauce chills) and adjust if desired This makes about 5 cups applesauce The applesauce will keep up to 10 days covered and refrigerated
Each one-half cup sauce 160 calories 0 protein 38 grams carbo-hydrates 2 grams fiber 0 fat 0 cholesterol 33 grams sugar 5 mg sodium
Pressure cookers are becoming a hot item again in home kitchens and are a huge step up from the old ones that always carried stories of exploding dinners New electric mod-els incorpo-rate many fea-tures includ-ing automatic temperature control and timing
20 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Having already experienced Ireland on a Trafalgar Tours coach I didnrsquot hesitate when I decided to see what life was like
to Irelandrsquos neighbors to the east England and Wales So I invite you to join me for this the first of a five-par installment
Irsquoll give you my observations and experiences and tell you what I think you should know if you want to see this part of Europe As far as price my travel mate Jane and I received what we thought was a good rate With airfare included the tour was $1900 apiece and that included all lodging full daily breakfasts three full dinners and shuttle transfers to and from Heathrow Airport
While with travel days the trip was 10 days and included Scotland as well Irsquoll get to Scotland next year By doing so I can begin a series in June on my New Eng-land fall colors week-long adventure through much of New Eng-land a trip which also extended itself beyond American boarders into new Brunswick Canada
As we did for Ireland we pre-loaded a Visa travel card with $1000 to supplement our upfront $1900 and some pocket money we intended to exchange to pounds for daily incidentals The card we intended to use to eat our lunches and dinners not cov-ered in Trafalgarrsquos cost
Not only did the card ensure no large credit card bills came when I returned but the dollars-to-pounds conversion was done automatically The card we used mostly for meals not covered in the cost of the tour
After a flight that covered 3331 miles most of which covered
night-time hours we arrived at Heathrow at 815 am on a Sat-urday I am always challenged when it comes to sleeping on a plane so the time worked well for me The Delta flight also worked well for me because above the drop-down tray was my own personal movie screen with a wide array of current movie selections that were free The full meal for me a meatless pasta dish on a Lenten Friday was quite tasty
Heathrow the second busiest airport in the world with only Atlantarsquos Hartsfield-Jackson being busier is like a small city in itself Donrsquot be intimidated though There are all sorts of people to help you get to where you need to be for baggage claim and shuttle transfers and cabs and such
We exchanged some money at the airport always for Ameri-cans a humbling experience because the dollar is so weak com-pared to Irelandrsquos euro and Englandrsquos pound Expect to give that
Another leap across the big pondEngland and Wales in 5 days
Travel Part 1
By John Grindrod
Westminster AbbyPhotos by John Grindrod
21 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
friendly Brit about two of your dollars for every pound yoursquoll get in return
Our shuttle got us to where we would spend the first two nights in London The Hilton Olympia on Kensington High Street a few blocks down from Princess Dianarsquos last home Kensington Palace
After check-in it was off to explore on our own so we headed for The Tube Londonrsquos underground mass transit system As we walked to the Kensington Station Jane and I saw the same admonishments painted at the street crossings that we saw the year before in Dublin either ldquoLook leftrdquo or ldquoLook rightrdquo They are painted there as a warning to tourists not used to roads where folks are driving vehicles on the left side of the road
Two all-day passes for any Tube ride or double-decker bus ride ran 13 pounds 20 pence in other words a little over $26 As I stepped into the train I couldnrsquot help but notice another direc-tive painted on the cement in front of the train carrsquos threshold ldquoMind the gaprdquo to warn those boarding to step over the small gap between platform and train car
Our first stop was Westminster Abbey which dates to the 11th century and is the huge canrsquot-miss church just west of Westminster Palace one of 10 residential choices available to Queen Elizabeth II Entry was 16 pounds (about $32) for each of us While a bit pricey it was something to which I would grow accustomed since London has a reputation as one of the worldrsquos most expensive cit-ies
I must say The Abbey which many of you saw on TV during Will and Katersquos wedding last April is perhaps the most impressive place Irsquove ever seen Originally it was an abbey for Benedictine monks that is until Henry VIII assumed direct royal control in 1539 and it became a church
Over the years it has been the site of coronations and burials of English mon-archs and other important persons Over 500 royals are buried in The Abbey and in the section known as Poetsrsquo Corner there resides eternally some of Englandrsquos great-est authors mdash Chaucer Tennyson Browning Masefield James Kipling and Dickens among them
Architecturally the most impressive aspect of the church to me was the ceiling well over 100 feet above and comprised of flying buttresses While no flash photog-raphy is allowed I did manage one photo of the ceiling before my impropriety was pointed out by one of the many stewards of the historic building
After leaving we headed for nearby Big Ben with its clock tower completed in 1859 It has become one of Londonrsquos most endearing symbols One misconception Irsquoll clear up is the name Big Ben isnrsquot the name of the clock but of one of the bells the 13-ton beauty that tolls each hour
As for its name there are two theories Some believe the bell was named for Lon-donrsquos first commissioner of works Benjamin Hall a man of formidable girth Others believe the bell was named for a popular heavyweight boxer of the 19th century Ben Count
We also admired the House of Parliament and Parliament Square across the street from the Abbey Further proof of Londonrsquos expense came when I had to answer naturersquos call A turnstile prevented my entry into the public restroom in Parliament Square until I dropped a fifty pence coin (the equivalent of $1) into the slot
We also walked to nearby Westminster Bridge to see what kind of river traffic there was on The Thames that day before returning to our Kensington High Street hotel
We dined at a nice pub down the street called The Hand and Flower on English favorites such as ham and chutney and fish and chips and did a little imbibing My choice was a fine English Ale with a beautiful bronze color Marstons
Next month Irsquoll take you on a morning stroll down Kensington High to see Kens-ington Palace and then out into London on two coach tours one in the morn-ing and one in the afternoon to see Buckingham Palace St Paulrsquos Cathedral The Tower of London and the famous Tower Bridge
TOP A portion of the ornate ceiling inside Westminster AbbyBOTTOM Big Ben Londons most endearing landmark
22
Jan 1Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 2Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 3Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Auglaize PERI 9 1130 am Speedway Lanes 455 N Herman St New Bremen Doug Brookhart on ldquoThe History of Water Plantsrdquo
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Parents and Friends of LesbiansGays 6 pm OSU LimaRhodes State 4240 Campus Dr Lima In the Public Service Building
Mended Hearts 7 pm St Ritarsquos Auxiliary Conference Center 718 W Market St Lima
Jan 4Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Richard Riggs on ldquoThe Lima Symphony Orchestrardquo
UAW 1211 Retirees 12 pm UAW Hall 1440 Bellefontaine
Ave Lima Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 5Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Jan 6ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Steel Magnolia 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 7Health Screenings 12 pm
Rite Aid Pharmacy 3230 W Elm St Lima
Jan 8Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 9Look Good Feel Better 4 pm
St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Look Good Feel Better 5 pm St Marys Community Public Library 140 S Chestnut St St Marys
Ottawa Country Music Jam 6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Kalida Branch Library 301 N Third St Kalida
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 10Bluffton Forum 11 am
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Tom Hafer on ldquoFitness as a Spiritual Disciplinerdquo In Founders Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Lima Area Watercolor Society 7 pm Immanuel United Methodist Church 699 Sunnydale St Elida
Jan 11Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Scott Lindstrom on
ldquoSolar Energyrdquo Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area Civil War Study Club 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Trinity Chapter Order of The Eastern Star 730 pm Lima Masonic Center 2165 N Cole St Lima
Jan 12Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 13Bluffton Colloquium 4
pm Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr George Lehman on ldquoNeuroleadership Good Science or Passing Fadrdquo In Centennial Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 14
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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Call Marcia Hearn for more details
419-331-2442
At Elmcroft yoursquoll enjoy
bull Three hot fresh meals per day
bull Housekeepingbull Laundry servicesbull Salon and barber shop
servicesbull Transportation to
appointmentsbull Plenty of activities bull A warm and cozy
environment bull Caring staff providing
care 24 hours a day
ELMCROFT OF LIMAAssisted Living amp Memory Care2075 North Eastown Road Lima bull wwwElmcroftALcom
Events calendar
23 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
a will as your only plan-ning strategy With only a will yoursquoll likely face the potential problems of probatemdashincluding high costs and inevi-table delays For many families planning with different types of trusts and gifting strategies can ensure that your spouse and children receive what they need without the hassles and fees of probate court These tactics are not only for the wealthy mdash it may be even more important to the average farm family for exam-ple who may be land rich but cash poor3 Stop worrying about your finances and start enjoying retirement
The most important reason to plan is so that you can stop worry-ing If you know your assets are secure mdash that your spouse will have enough to live on when yoursquore gone that yoursquoll be able to pass something along to your kids mdash then you can focus your energy on the most important part of retirement mak-ing these years great Start thinking bigger and planning now to make 2012 the time you started truly enjoy-ing your golden years Thatrsquos a resolution wersquod all like to achieve mdash and you canMitch Adel is managing partner at Cooper Adel and Associates With offices in Centerburg Monroe Sidney and Wilmington Cooper Adel amp Associates has clients statewide and offers regular seminars to educate seniors on critical financial issues
YOUR MONEY bull from 15 ndashndashndashndashndashndash
Plus II GatheringSupport Group 11 am Bradfield Community Center 550 S Collett St Lima For parents of twins On-site day care
Live Music Carl Rust in Concert 11 am The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Jan 15Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 16National Alliance on Mental
Illness 6 pm Challenged Higher Clubrsquos Drop-In Center 407 N Franklin St Van Wert
Auglaize Township Trustees 730 pm Auglaize Township Administration Building 7726 Bellefontaine Rd Harrod
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 17Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Caregiverrsquos Support Group 3 pm St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Jan 18Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Dr Matt Harbur on ldquoAgronomyrdquo
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Community Fellowship Meal 5 pm St John United Methodist Church 205 N High St Columbus Grove
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area UFO Associates 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Jan 19Allen County PERI 12 pm
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Peaceful Parenting 5 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Amputees in Motion 7 pm Bethel Baptist Church 630 Powers Ave Lima
Stomp 730 pm Veterans Memorial Civic Center 7 Town Sq Lima (419) 224-1552
Jan 20ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 21Lima Symphony Orchestra
presents Mozart by Candlelight 730 pm Trinity United Methodist Church 301 W Market St Lima
Jan 22Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 23Ottawa Country Music Jam
6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 24Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 James Nagle with ldquoStories from the Roadrdquo In Yoder Recital Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Family Movie Night 6 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Jenna Bush Hager 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 25Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 26Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 27Bluffton Colloquium 4 pm
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr Michael Edmiston on ldquoGadgets and the Curves They Throw Yourdquo In Stutzman Lecture Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 29Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 30Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 31Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
24 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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19 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
VA approvedLost Creek Care Center
Now offering senior friendly computer access like e-mail
surfing the net and more
We serve seniors in
many areas
Transitional Care UnitShort-Term Rehab UnitRespite Care
Call us about our exciting Volunteer Programs
Medicare Medicaid approved804 South Mumaugh
Lima Ohio 45804 bull 419-225-9040wwwlostcreekcareorg
300001833373 CenturyLink DHCWP 36600 X 29400 A5887111
Advertising Copy - Client ApprovalCenturyLinkTM Yellow Pages published by Dex
Client ID 4012625511 Listing TN 419-222-8346 Based on AdLMCCSS BRENDA BARNETT Product LIM UDAC DHCWP
CSH Listing Name Davis Richard A MD FAC s
Heading PHYSIC IANS amp SURGEONS-MD
Important This is your chance to review the ad Due to space limitations of this copysheet ad shown may be smaller than actual size
Check the Accuracy Business Name Address Phone Number Web AddressCase Sensitive Spelling
Make sure any changes you want have been notedPLEASE REVIEW THE ABOVE AD CAREFULLYPay special attention to phone numbers addresses business names internet addresses (case sensitive) spellingtypographical errors placement of text inthe ad photos artwork and the directories or online publications in which you want the ad to appearPlease remember that this Ad is subject to the terms and conditions of your Client Agreement including the limitationsof liability provision which limits our liability to the amount you have paid us for the adI APPROVE THIS AD FOR PUBLICATION
DateClient AuthorizationClient Name and Title
Formerly Midwest VeinRichard A Davis MD FACS
bull State of the art facilities and laser technologybull In-off ice procedures
bull Back to work and normal activities within two days
ndash I would highly recommend Dr Davis as a talented surgeon who goes that extramile in providing for your comfort He and his staff show genuine concern
warmth and friendliness Jerri Ansley Lima Oh
(419) 222-8346wwwmyimagemedicalcom
ndash My leg veins had become so bad that I was unable to pursue my love of runningAfter completing treatment I have successfully competed in two half-marathons
Dr Davis was outstanding and the most caring physician I have known- Rick Jutte Columbus
What our patientsare saying
for treatment of varicose
and spider veins
Your Solution To Varicose Veins
Before
After
920 West Market Street Suite 320
Your Solution To Varicose Veins
- I would highly recommend Dr Davis as a talented surgeon who goes that extra mile in providing for your comfort He and his staff show genuine concern warmth and
friendliness Jerry Ansley Lima OH
- I want to express my deepest appreciation to Dr Davis and his staff in the treatment of my leg veins The kindness and compassion I received went well beyond the call of
duty Ruth Huckins Lima OH
What our patients are saying- My leg veins had become so bad that I was unable to pursue my
love of running After completing treatment I have successfully competed in two half-marathons Dr Davis was outstanding and the most caring physician I have known ndash Rick Jutte Columbus
BRANDIED APPLESAUCETotal time 40 minutes plus cooling and chilling timeServings Makes about 5 cups4 pounds Granny Smith apples or other cooking apples34 cup dark brown sugar12 cup apple cider13 cup brandy preferably applejack2 cinnamon sticksPinch nutmegPinch ground clovesPinch dried gingerZest and juice of 12 lemon1 Peel core and quarter the apples2 In a pressure cooker combine the apples brown sugar cider
brandy cinnamon nutmeg cloves ginger lemon zest and juice Lock the pressure cooker and cook at high pressure for 2 minutes
3 Allow the cooker to release pressure naturally (10 to 20 min-utes) then carefully remove the lid Remove the cinnamon sticks and coarsely chop the apples for a coarse sauce or puree them in a blender or food processor for a smoother texture Taste the apple-sauce and adjust the sweetness and flavorings if desired
4 Set the applesauce aside to cool then cover and refrigerate until chilled Taste the applesauce once more (the flavorings will mute a little as the sauce chills) and adjust if desired This makes about 5 cups applesauce The applesauce will keep up to 10 days covered and refrigerated
Each one-half cup sauce 160 calories 0 protein 38 grams carbo-hydrates 2 grams fiber 0 fat 0 cholesterol 33 grams sugar 5 mg sodium
Pressure cookers are becoming a hot item again in home kitchens and are a huge step up from the old ones that always carried stories of exploding dinners New electric mod-els incorpo-rate many fea-tures includ-ing automatic temperature control and timing
20 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Having already experienced Ireland on a Trafalgar Tours coach I didnrsquot hesitate when I decided to see what life was like
to Irelandrsquos neighbors to the east England and Wales So I invite you to join me for this the first of a five-par installment
Irsquoll give you my observations and experiences and tell you what I think you should know if you want to see this part of Europe As far as price my travel mate Jane and I received what we thought was a good rate With airfare included the tour was $1900 apiece and that included all lodging full daily breakfasts three full dinners and shuttle transfers to and from Heathrow Airport
While with travel days the trip was 10 days and included Scotland as well Irsquoll get to Scotland next year By doing so I can begin a series in June on my New Eng-land fall colors week-long adventure through much of New Eng-land a trip which also extended itself beyond American boarders into new Brunswick Canada
As we did for Ireland we pre-loaded a Visa travel card with $1000 to supplement our upfront $1900 and some pocket money we intended to exchange to pounds for daily incidentals The card we intended to use to eat our lunches and dinners not cov-ered in Trafalgarrsquos cost
Not only did the card ensure no large credit card bills came when I returned but the dollars-to-pounds conversion was done automatically The card we used mostly for meals not covered in the cost of the tour
After a flight that covered 3331 miles most of which covered
night-time hours we arrived at Heathrow at 815 am on a Sat-urday I am always challenged when it comes to sleeping on a plane so the time worked well for me The Delta flight also worked well for me because above the drop-down tray was my own personal movie screen with a wide array of current movie selections that were free The full meal for me a meatless pasta dish on a Lenten Friday was quite tasty
Heathrow the second busiest airport in the world with only Atlantarsquos Hartsfield-Jackson being busier is like a small city in itself Donrsquot be intimidated though There are all sorts of people to help you get to where you need to be for baggage claim and shuttle transfers and cabs and such
We exchanged some money at the airport always for Ameri-cans a humbling experience because the dollar is so weak com-pared to Irelandrsquos euro and Englandrsquos pound Expect to give that
Another leap across the big pondEngland and Wales in 5 days
Travel Part 1
By John Grindrod
Westminster AbbyPhotos by John Grindrod
21 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
friendly Brit about two of your dollars for every pound yoursquoll get in return
Our shuttle got us to where we would spend the first two nights in London The Hilton Olympia on Kensington High Street a few blocks down from Princess Dianarsquos last home Kensington Palace
After check-in it was off to explore on our own so we headed for The Tube Londonrsquos underground mass transit system As we walked to the Kensington Station Jane and I saw the same admonishments painted at the street crossings that we saw the year before in Dublin either ldquoLook leftrdquo or ldquoLook rightrdquo They are painted there as a warning to tourists not used to roads where folks are driving vehicles on the left side of the road
Two all-day passes for any Tube ride or double-decker bus ride ran 13 pounds 20 pence in other words a little over $26 As I stepped into the train I couldnrsquot help but notice another direc-tive painted on the cement in front of the train carrsquos threshold ldquoMind the gaprdquo to warn those boarding to step over the small gap between platform and train car
Our first stop was Westminster Abbey which dates to the 11th century and is the huge canrsquot-miss church just west of Westminster Palace one of 10 residential choices available to Queen Elizabeth II Entry was 16 pounds (about $32) for each of us While a bit pricey it was something to which I would grow accustomed since London has a reputation as one of the worldrsquos most expensive cit-ies
I must say The Abbey which many of you saw on TV during Will and Katersquos wedding last April is perhaps the most impressive place Irsquove ever seen Originally it was an abbey for Benedictine monks that is until Henry VIII assumed direct royal control in 1539 and it became a church
Over the years it has been the site of coronations and burials of English mon-archs and other important persons Over 500 royals are buried in The Abbey and in the section known as Poetsrsquo Corner there resides eternally some of Englandrsquos great-est authors mdash Chaucer Tennyson Browning Masefield James Kipling and Dickens among them
Architecturally the most impressive aspect of the church to me was the ceiling well over 100 feet above and comprised of flying buttresses While no flash photog-raphy is allowed I did manage one photo of the ceiling before my impropriety was pointed out by one of the many stewards of the historic building
After leaving we headed for nearby Big Ben with its clock tower completed in 1859 It has become one of Londonrsquos most endearing symbols One misconception Irsquoll clear up is the name Big Ben isnrsquot the name of the clock but of one of the bells the 13-ton beauty that tolls each hour
As for its name there are two theories Some believe the bell was named for Lon-donrsquos first commissioner of works Benjamin Hall a man of formidable girth Others believe the bell was named for a popular heavyweight boxer of the 19th century Ben Count
We also admired the House of Parliament and Parliament Square across the street from the Abbey Further proof of Londonrsquos expense came when I had to answer naturersquos call A turnstile prevented my entry into the public restroom in Parliament Square until I dropped a fifty pence coin (the equivalent of $1) into the slot
We also walked to nearby Westminster Bridge to see what kind of river traffic there was on The Thames that day before returning to our Kensington High Street hotel
We dined at a nice pub down the street called The Hand and Flower on English favorites such as ham and chutney and fish and chips and did a little imbibing My choice was a fine English Ale with a beautiful bronze color Marstons
Next month Irsquoll take you on a morning stroll down Kensington High to see Kens-ington Palace and then out into London on two coach tours one in the morn-ing and one in the afternoon to see Buckingham Palace St Paulrsquos Cathedral The Tower of London and the famous Tower Bridge
TOP A portion of the ornate ceiling inside Westminster AbbyBOTTOM Big Ben Londons most endearing landmark
22
Jan 1Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 2Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 3Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Auglaize PERI 9 1130 am Speedway Lanes 455 N Herman St New Bremen Doug Brookhart on ldquoThe History of Water Plantsrdquo
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Parents and Friends of LesbiansGays 6 pm OSU LimaRhodes State 4240 Campus Dr Lima In the Public Service Building
Mended Hearts 7 pm St Ritarsquos Auxiliary Conference Center 718 W Market St Lima
Jan 4Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Richard Riggs on ldquoThe Lima Symphony Orchestrardquo
UAW 1211 Retirees 12 pm UAW Hall 1440 Bellefontaine
Ave Lima Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 5Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Jan 6ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Steel Magnolia 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 7Health Screenings 12 pm
Rite Aid Pharmacy 3230 W Elm St Lima
Jan 8Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 9Look Good Feel Better 4 pm
St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Look Good Feel Better 5 pm St Marys Community Public Library 140 S Chestnut St St Marys
Ottawa Country Music Jam 6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Kalida Branch Library 301 N Third St Kalida
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 10Bluffton Forum 11 am
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Tom Hafer on ldquoFitness as a Spiritual Disciplinerdquo In Founders Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Lima Area Watercolor Society 7 pm Immanuel United Methodist Church 699 Sunnydale St Elida
Jan 11Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Scott Lindstrom on
ldquoSolar Energyrdquo Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area Civil War Study Club 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Trinity Chapter Order of The Eastern Star 730 pm Lima Masonic Center 2165 N Cole St Lima
Jan 12Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 13Bluffton Colloquium 4
pm Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr George Lehman on ldquoNeuroleadership Good Science or Passing Fadrdquo In Centennial Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 14
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Advanced Training in Gastroenterology atCook County Hospital in Chicago
FREE OFFICEVISITS FOR
COLON CANCERSCREENING
Phone 419-228-3500
Come in out of the ColdStay with us through the winter and leave the Winter Weather Worries to us
Stay Three Monthsand Receive an
Additional Week Free
Call Marcia Hearn for more details
419-331-2442
At Elmcroft yoursquoll enjoy
bull Three hot fresh meals per day
bull Housekeepingbull Laundry servicesbull Salon and barber shop
servicesbull Transportation to
appointmentsbull Plenty of activities bull A warm and cozy
environment bull Caring staff providing
care 24 hours a day
ELMCROFT OF LIMAAssisted Living amp Memory Care2075 North Eastown Road Lima bull wwwElmcroftALcom
Come in out of the ColdStay with us through the winter and leave the Winter Weather Worries to us
Stay Three Monthsand Receive an
Additional Week Free
Call Marcia Hearn for more details
419-331-2442
At Elmcroft yoursquoll enjoy
bull Three hot fresh meals per day
bull Housekeepingbull Laundry servicesbull Salon and barber shop
servicesbull Transportation to
appointmentsbull Plenty of activities bull A warm and cozy
environment bull Caring staff providing
care 24 hours a day
ELMCROFT OF LIMAAssisted Living amp Memory Care2075 North Eastown Road Lima bull wwwElmcroftALcom
Events calendar
23 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
a will as your only plan-ning strategy With only a will yoursquoll likely face the potential problems of probatemdashincluding high costs and inevi-table delays For many families planning with different types of trusts and gifting strategies can ensure that your spouse and children receive what they need without the hassles and fees of probate court These tactics are not only for the wealthy mdash it may be even more important to the average farm family for exam-ple who may be land rich but cash poor3 Stop worrying about your finances and start enjoying retirement
The most important reason to plan is so that you can stop worry-ing If you know your assets are secure mdash that your spouse will have enough to live on when yoursquore gone that yoursquoll be able to pass something along to your kids mdash then you can focus your energy on the most important part of retirement mak-ing these years great Start thinking bigger and planning now to make 2012 the time you started truly enjoy-ing your golden years Thatrsquos a resolution wersquod all like to achieve mdash and you canMitch Adel is managing partner at Cooper Adel and Associates With offices in Centerburg Monroe Sidney and Wilmington Cooper Adel amp Associates has clients statewide and offers regular seminars to educate seniors on critical financial issues
YOUR MONEY bull from 15 ndashndashndashndashndashndash
Plus II GatheringSupport Group 11 am Bradfield Community Center 550 S Collett St Lima For parents of twins On-site day care
Live Music Carl Rust in Concert 11 am The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Jan 15Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 16National Alliance on Mental
Illness 6 pm Challenged Higher Clubrsquos Drop-In Center 407 N Franklin St Van Wert
Auglaize Township Trustees 730 pm Auglaize Township Administration Building 7726 Bellefontaine Rd Harrod
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 17Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Caregiverrsquos Support Group 3 pm St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Jan 18Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Dr Matt Harbur on ldquoAgronomyrdquo
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Community Fellowship Meal 5 pm St John United Methodist Church 205 N High St Columbus Grove
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area UFO Associates 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Jan 19Allen County PERI 12 pm
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Peaceful Parenting 5 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Amputees in Motion 7 pm Bethel Baptist Church 630 Powers Ave Lima
Stomp 730 pm Veterans Memorial Civic Center 7 Town Sq Lima (419) 224-1552
Jan 20ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 21Lima Symphony Orchestra
presents Mozart by Candlelight 730 pm Trinity United Methodist Church 301 W Market St Lima
Jan 22Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 23Ottawa Country Music Jam
6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 24Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 James Nagle with ldquoStories from the Roadrdquo In Yoder Recital Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Family Movie Night 6 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Jenna Bush Hager 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 25Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 26Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 27Bluffton Colloquium 4 pm
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr Michael Edmiston on ldquoGadgets and the Curves They Throw Yourdquo In Stutzman Lecture Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 29Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 30Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 31Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
24 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Mon - Fri 9am - 7pm bull Sat 9am - 2pmwwwRaysMarketscompharmacy
Rays Market890 S Cable Rd
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20 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Having already experienced Ireland on a Trafalgar Tours coach I didnrsquot hesitate when I decided to see what life was like
to Irelandrsquos neighbors to the east England and Wales So I invite you to join me for this the first of a five-par installment
Irsquoll give you my observations and experiences and tell you what I think you should know if you want to see this part of Europe As far as price my travel mate Jane and I received what we thought was a good rate With airfare included the tour was $1900 apiece and that included all lodging full daily breakfasts three full dinners and shuttle transfers to and from Heathrow Airport
While with travel days the trip was 10 days and included Scotland as well Irsquoll get to Scotland next year By doing so I can begin a series in June on my New Eng-land fall colors week-long adventure through much of New Eng-land a trip which also extended itself beyond American boarders into new Brunswick Canada
As we did for Ireland we pre-loaded a Visa travel card with $1000 to supplement our upfront $1900 and some pocket money we intended to exchange to pounds for daily incidentals The card we intended to use to eat our lunches and dinners not cov-ered in Trafalgarrsquos cost
Not only did the card ensure no large credit card bills came when I returned but the dollars-to-pounds conversion was done automatically The card we used mostly for meals not covered in the cost of the tour
After a flight that covered 3331 miles most of which covered
night-time hours we arrived at Heathrow at 815 am on a Sat-urday I am always challenged when it comes to sleeping on a plane so the time worked well for me The Delta flight also worked well for me because above the drop-down tray was my own personal movie screen with a wide array of current movie selections that were free The full meal for me a meatless pasta dish on a Lenten Friday was quite tasty
Heathrow the second busiest airport in the world with only Atlantarsquos Hartsfield-Jackson being busier is like a small city in itself Donrsquot be intimidated though There are all sorts of people to help you get to where you need to be for baggage claim and shuttle transfers and cabs and such
We exchanged some money at the airport always for Ameri-cans a humbling experience because the dollar is so weak com-pared to Irelandrsquos euro and Englandrsquos pound Expect to give that
Another leap across the big pondEngland and Wales in 5 days
Travel Part 1
By John Grindrod
Westminster AbbyPhotos by John Grindrod
21 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
friendly Brit about two of your dollars for every pound yoursquoll get in return
Our shuttle got us to where we would spend the first two nights in London The Hilton Olympia on Kensington High Street a few blocks down from Princess Dianarsquos last home Kensington Palace
After check-in it was off to explore on our own so we headed for The Tube Londonrsquos underground mass transit system As we walked to the Kensington Station Jane and I saw the same admonishments painted at the street crossings that we saw the year before in Dublin either ldquoLook leftrdquo or ldquoLook rightrdquo They are painted there as a warning to tourists not used to roads where folks are driving vehicles on the left side of the road
Two all-day passes for any Tube ride or double-decker bus ride ran 13 pounds 20 pence in other words a little over $26 As I stepped into the train I couldnrsquot help but notice another direc-tive painted on the cement in front of the train carrsquos threshold ldquoMind the gaprdquo to warn those boarding to step over the small gap between platform and train car
Our first stop was Westminster Abbey which dates to the 11th century and is the huge canrsquot-miss church just west of Westminster Palace one of 10 residential choices available to Queen Elizabeth II Entry was 16 pounds (about $32) for each of us While a bit pricey it was something to which I would grow accustomed since London has a reputation as one of the worldrsquos most expensive cit-ies
I must say The Abbey which many of you saw on TV during Will and Katersquos wedding last April is perhaps the most impressive place Irsquove ever seen Originally it was an abbey for Benedictine monks that is until Henry VIII assumed direct royal control in 1539 and it became a church
Over the years it has been the site of coronations and burials of English mon-archs and other important persons Over 500 royals are buried in The Abbey and in the section known as Poetsrsquo Corner there resides eternally some of Englandrsquos great-est authors mdash Chaucer Tennyson Browning Masefield James Kipling and Dickens among them
Architecturally the most impressive aspect of the church to me was the ceiling well over 100 feet above and comprised of flying buttresses While no flash photog-raphy is allowed I did manage one photo of the ceiling before my impropriety was pointed out by one of the many stewards of the historic building
After leaving we headed for nearby Big Ben with its clock tower completed in 1859 It has become one of Londonrsquos most endearing symbols One misconception Irsquoll clear up is the name Big Ben isnrsquot the name of the clock but of one of the bells the 13-ton beauty that tolls each hour
As for its name there are two theories Some believe the bell was named for Lon-donrsquos first commissioner of works Benjamin Hall a man of formidable girth Others believe the bell was named for a popular heavyweight boxer of the 19th century Ben Count
We also admired the House of Parliament and Parliament Square across the street from the Abbey Further proof of Londonrsquos expense came when I had to answer naturersquos call A turnstile prevented my entry into the public restroom in Parliament Square until I dropped a fifty pence coin (the equivalent of $1) into the slot
We also walked to nearby Westminster Bridge to see what kind of river traffic there was on The Thames that day before returning to our Kensington High Street hotel
We dined at a nice pub down the street called The Hand and Flower on English favorites such as ham and chutney and fish and chips and did a little imbibing My choice was a fine English Ale with a beautiful bronze color Marstons
Next month Irsquoll take you on a morning stroll down Kensington High to see Kens-ington Palace and then out into London on two coach tours one in the morn-ing and one in the afternoon to see Buckingham Palace St Paulrsquos Cathedral The Tower of London and the famous Tower Bridge
TOP A portion of the ornate ceiling inside Westminster AbbyBOTTOM Big Ben Londons most endearing landmark
22
Jan 1Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 2Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 3Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Auglaize PERI 9 1130 am Speedway Lanes 455 N Herman St New Bremen Doug Brookhart on ldquoThe History of Water Plantsrdquo
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Parents and Friends of LesbiansGays 6 pm OSU LimaRhodes State 4240 Campus Dr Lima In the Public Service Building
Mended Hearts 7 pm St Ritarsquos Auxiliary Conference Center 718 W Market St Lima
Jan 4Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Richard Riggs on ldquoThe Lima Symphony Orchestrardquo
UAW 1211 Retirees 12 pm UAW Hall 1440 Bellefontaine
Ave Lima Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 5Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Jan 6ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Steel Magnolia 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 7Health Screenings 12 pm
Rite Aid Pharmacy 3230 W Elm St Lima
Jan 8Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 9Look Good Feel Better 4 pm
St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Look Good Feel Better 5 pm St Marys Community Public Library 140 S Chestnut St St Marys
Ottawa Country Music Jam 6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Kalida Branch Library 301 N Third St Kalida
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 10Bluffton Forum 11 am
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Tom Hafer on ldquoFitness as a Spiritual Disciplinerdquo In Founders Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Lima Area Watercolor Society 7 pm Immanuel United Methodist Church 699 Sunnydale St Elida
Jan 11Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Scott Lindstrom on
ldquoSolar Energyrdquo Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area Civil War Study Club 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Trinity Chapter Order of The Eastern Star 730 pm Lima Masonic Center 2165 N Cole St Lima
Jan 12Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 13Bluffton Colloquium 4
pm Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr George Lehman on ldquoNeuroleadership Good Science or Passing Fadrdquo In Centennial Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 14
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Advanced Training in Gastroenterology atCook County Hospital in Chicago
FREE OFFICEVISITS FOR
COLON CANCERSCREENING
Phone 419-228-3500
Come in out of the ColdStay with us through the winter and leave the Winter Weather Worries to us
Stay Three Monthsand Receive an
Additional Week Free
Call Marcia Hearn for more details
419-331-2442
At Elmcroft yoursquoll enjoy
bull Three hot fresh meals per day
bull Housekeepingbull Laundry servicesbull Salon and barber shop
servicesbull Transportation to
appointmentsbull Plenty of activities bull A warm and cozy
environment bull Caring staff providing
care 24 hours a day
ELMCROFT OF LIMAAssisted Living amp Memory Care2075 North Eastown Road Lima bull wwwElmcroftALcom
Come in out of the ColdStay with us through the winter and leave the Winter Weather Worries to us
Stay Three Monthsand Receive an
Additional Week Free
Call Marcia Hearn for more details
419-331-2442
At Elmcroft yoursquoll enjoy
bull Three hot fresh meals per day
bull Housekeepingbull Laundry servicesbull Salon and barber shop
servicesbull Transportation to
appointmentsbull Plenty of activities bull A warm and cozy
environment bull Caring staff providing
care 24 hours a day
ELMCROFT OF LIMAAssisted Living amp Memory Care2075 North Eastown Road Lima bull wwwElmcroftALcom
Events calendar
23 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
a will as your only plan-ning strategy With only a will yoursquoll likely face the potential problems of probatemdashincluding high costs and inevi-table delays For many families planning with different types of trusts and gifting strategies can ensure that your spouse and children receive what they need without the hassles and fees of probate court These tactics are not only for the wealthy mdash it may be even more important to the average farm family for exam-ple who may be land rich but cash poor3 Stop worrying about your finances and start enjoying retirement
The most important reason to plan is so that you can stop worry-ing If you know your assets are secure mdash that your spouse will have enough to live on when yoursquore gone that yoursquoll be able to pass something along to your kids mdash then you can focus your energy on the most important part of retirement mak-ing these years great Start thinking bigger and planning now to make 2012 the time you started truly enjoy-ing your golden years Thatrsquos a resolution wersquod all like to achieve mdash and you canMitch Adel is managing partner at Cooper Adel and Associates With offices in Centerburg Monroe Sidney and Wilmington Cooper Adel amp Associates has clients statewide and offers regular seminars to educate seniors on critical financial issues
YOUR MONEY bull from 15 ndashndashndashndashndashndash
Plus II GatheringSupport Group 11 am Bradfield Community Center 550 S Collett St Lima For parents of twins On-site day care
Live Music Carl Rust in Concert 11 am The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Jan 15Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 16National Alliance on Mental
Illness 6 pm Challenged Higher Clubrsquos Drop-In Center 407 N Franklin St Van Wert
Auglaize Township Trustees 730 pm Auglaize Township Administration Building 7726 Bellefontaine Rd Harrod
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 17Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Caregiverrsquos Support Group 3 pm St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Jan 18Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Dr Matt Harbur on ldquoAgronomyrdquo
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Community Fellowship Meal 5 pm St John United Methodist Church 205 N High St Columbus Grove
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area UFO Associates 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Jan 19Allen County PERI 12 pm
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Peaceful Parenting 5 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Amputees in Motion 7 pm Bethel Baptist Church 630 Powers Ave Lima
Stomp 730 pm Veterans Memorial Civic Center 7 Town Sq Lima (419) 224-1552
Jan 20ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 21Lima Symphony Orchestra
presents Mozart by Candlelight 730 pm Trinity United Methodist Church 301 W Market St Lima
Jan 22Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 23Ottawa Country Music Jam
6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 24Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 James Nagle with ldquoStories from the Roadrdquo In Yoder Recital Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Family Movie Night 6 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Jenna Bush Hager 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 25Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 26Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 27Bluffton Colloquium 4 pm
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr Michael Edmiston on ldquoGadgets and the Curves They Throw Yourdquo In Stutzman Lecture Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 29Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 30Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 31Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
24 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Mon - Fri 9am - 7pm bull Sat 9am - 2pmwwwRaysMarketscompharmacy
Rays Market890 S Cable Rd
(419) 221-2059
Rays Marketplace2100 Harding Hwy
(419) 222-9355
Rays Clocktower927 N Cable Rd
(419) 222-0778
Drive-Thru
Why Pay Drug Store Prices
FREE Delivery bull Transfer Any Prescription bull Locally Owned
Nutritional Support
Wellness Screenings
Over 300 Generic Medications
90-Days for $9
ImmunizationsSeasonal Flu Pneumonia and Shingles
Free Medications Lisinopril Metformin Simvastatin
and Select Antibiotics
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21 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
friendly Brit about two of your dollars for every pound yoursquoll get in return
Our shuttle got us to where we would spend the first two nights in London The Hilton Olympia on Kensington High Street a few blocks down from Princess Dianarsquos last home Kensington Palace
After check-in it was off to explore on our own so we headed for The Tube Londonrsquos underground mass transit system As we walked to the Kensington Station Jane and I saw the same admonishments painted at the street crossings that we saw the year before in Dublin either ldquoLook leftrdquo or ldquoLook rightrdquo They are painted there as a warning to tourists not used to roads where folks are driving vehicles on the left side of the road
Two all-day passes for any Tube ride or double-decker bus ride ran 13 pounds 20 pence in other words a little over $26 As I stepped into the train I couldnrsquot help but notice another direc-tive painted on the cement in front of the train carrsquos threshold ldquoMind the gaprdquo to warn those boarding to step over the small gap between platform and train car
Our first stop was Westminster Abbey which dates to the 11th century and is the huge canrsquot-miss church just west of Westminster Palace one of 10 residential choices available to Queen Elizabeth II Entry was 16 pounds (about $32) for each of us While a bit pricey it was something to which I would grow accustomed since London has a reputation as one of the worldrsquos most expensive cit-ies
I must say The Abbey which many of you saw on TV during Will and Katersquos wedding last April is perhaps the most impressive place Irsquove ever seen Originally it was an abbey for Benedictine monks that is until Henry VIII assumed direct royal control in 1539 and it became a church
Over the years it has been the site of coronations and burials of English mon-archs and other important persons Over 500 royals are buried in The Abbey and in the section known as Poetsrsquo Corner there resides eternally some of Englandrsquos great-est authors mdash Chaucer Tennyson Browning Masefield James Kipling and Dickens among them
Architecturally the most impressive aspect of the church to me was the ceiling well over 100 feet above and comprised of flying buttresses While no flash photog-raphy is allowed I did manage one photo of the ceiling before my impropriety was pointed out by one of the many stewards of the historic building
After leaving we headed for nearby Big Ben with its clock tower completed in 1859 It has become one of Londonrsquos most endearing symbols One misconception Irsquoll clear up is the name Big Ben isnrsquot the name of the clock but of one of the bells the 13-ton beauty that tolls each hour
As for its name there are two theories Some believe the bell was named for Lon-donrsquos first commissioner of works Benjamin Hall a man of formidable girth Others believe the bell was named for a popular heavyweight boxer of the 19th century Ben Count
We also admired the House of Parliament and Parliament Square across the street from the Abbey Further proof of Londonrsquos expense came when I had to answer naturersquos call A turnstile prevented my entry into the public restroom in Parliament Square until I dropped a fifty pence coin (the equivalent of $1) into the slot
We also walked to nearby Westminster Bridge to see what kind of river traffic there was on The Thames that day before returning to our Kensington High Street hotel
We dined at a nice pub down the street called The Hand and Flower on English favorites such as ham and chutney and fish and chips and did a little imbibing My choice was a fine English Ale with a beautiful bronze color Marstons
Next month Irsquoll take you on a morning stroll down Kensington High to see Kens-ington Palace and then out into London on two coach tours one in the morn-ing and one in the afternoon to see Buckingham Palace St Paulrsquos Cathedral The Tower of London and the famous Tower Bridge
TOP A portion of the ornate ceiling inside Westminster AbbyBOTTOM Big Ben Londons most endearing landmark
22
Jan 1Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 2Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 3Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Auglaize PERI 9 1130 am Speedway Lanes 455 N Herman St New Bremen Doug Brookhart on ldquoThe History of Water Plantsrdquo
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Parents and Friends of LesbiansGays 6 pm OSU LimaRhodes State 4240 Campus Dr Lima In the Public Service Building
Mended Hearts 7 pm St Ritarsquos Auxiliary Conference Center 718 W Market St Lima
Jan 4Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Richard Riggs on ldquoThe Lima Symphony Orchestrardquo
UAW 1211 Retirees 12 pm UAW Hall 1440 Bellefontaine
Ave Lima Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 5Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Jan 6ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Steel Magnolia 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 7Health Screenings 12 pm
Rite Aid Pharmacy 3230 W Elm St Lima
Jan 8Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 9Look Good Feel Better 4 pm
St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Look Good Feel Better 5 pm St Marys Community Public Library 140 S Chestnut St St Marys
Ottawa Country Music Jam 6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Kalida Branch Library 301 N Third St Kalida
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 10Bluffton Forum 11 am
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Tom Hafer on ldquoFitness as a Spiritual Disciplinerdquo In Founders Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Lima Area Watercolor Society 7 pm Immanuel United Methodist Church 699 Sunnydale St Elida
Jan 11Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Scott Lindstrom on
ldquoSolar Energyrdquo Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area Civil War Study Club 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Trinity Chapter Order of The Eastern Star 730 pm Lima Masonic Center 2165 N Cole St Lima
Jan 12Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 13Bluffton Colloquium 4
pm Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr George Lehman on ldquoNeuroleadership Good Science or Passing Fadrdquo In Centennial Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 14
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Advanced Training in Gastroenterology atCook County Hospital in Chicago
FREE OFFICEVISITS FOR
COLON CANCERSCREENING
Phone 419-228-3500
Come in out of the ColdStay with us through the winter and leave the Winter Weather Worries to us
Stay Three Monthsand Receive an
Additional Week Free
Call Marcia Hearn for more details
419-331-2442
At Elmcroft yoursquoll enjoy
bull Three hot fresh meals per day
bull Housekeepingbull Laundry servicesbull Salon and barber shop
servicesbull Transportation to
appointmentsbull Plenty of activities bull A warm and cozy
environment bull Caring staff providing
care 24 hours a day
ELMCROFT OF LIMAAssisted Living amp Memory Care2075 North Eastown Road Lima bull wwwElmcroftALcom
Come in out of the ColdStay with us through the winter and leave the Winter Weather Worries to us
Stay Three Monthsand Receive an
Additional Week Free
Call Marcia Hearn for more details
419-331-2442
At Elmcroft yoursquoll enjoy
bull Three hot fresh meals per day
bull Housekeepingbull Laundry servicesbull Salon and barber shop
servicesbull Transportation to
appointmentsbull Plenty of activities bull A warm and cozy
environment bull Caring staff providing
care 24 hours a day
ELMCROFT OF LIMAAssisted Living amp Memory Care2075 North Eastown Road Lima bull wwwElmcroftALcom
Events calendar
23 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
a will as your only plan-ning strategy With only a will yoursquoll likely face the potential problems of probatemdashincluding high costs and inevi-table delays For many families planning with different types of trusts and gifting strategies can ensure that your spouse and children receive what they need without the hassles and fees of probate court These tactics are not only for the wealthy mdash it may be even more important to the average farm family for exam-ple who may be land rich but cash poor3 Stop worrying about your finances and start enjoying retirement
The most important reason to plan is so that you can stop worry-ing If you know your assets are secure mdash that your spouse will have enough to live on when yoursquore gone that yoursquoll be able to pass something along to your kids mdash then you can focus your energy on the most important part of retirement mak-ing these years great Start thinking bigger and planning now to make 2012 the time you started truly enjoy-ing your golden years Thatrsquos a resolution wersquod all like to achieve mdash and you canMitch Adel is managing partner at Cooper Adel and Associates With offices in Centerburg Monroe Sidney and Wilmington Cooper Adel amp Associates has clients statewide and offers regular seminars to educate seniors on critical financial issues
YOUR MONEY bull from 15 ndashndashndashndashndashndash
Plus II GatheringSupport Group 11 am Bradfield Community Center 550 S Collett St Lima For parents of twins On-site day care
Live Music Carl Rust in Concert 11 am The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Jan 15Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 16National Alliance on Mental
Illness 6 pm Challenged Higher Clubrsquos Drop-In Center 407 N Franklin St Van Wert
Auglaize Township Trustees 730 pm Auglaize Township Administration Building 7726 Bellefontaine Rd Harrod
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 17Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Caregiverrsquos Support Group 3 pm St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Jan 18Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Dr Matt Harbur on ldquoAgronomyrdquo
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Community Fellowship Meal 5 pm St John United Methodist Church 205 N High St Columbus Grove
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area UFO Associates 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Jan 19Allen County PERI 12 pm
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Peaceful Parenting 5 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Amputees in Motion 7 pm Bethel Baptist Church 630 Powers Ave Lima
Stomp 730 pm Veterans Memorial Civic Center 7 Town Sq Lima (419) 224-1552
Jan 20ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 21Lima Symphony Orchestra
presents Mozart by Candlelight 730 pm Trinity United Methodist Church 301 W Market St Lima
Jan 22Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 23Ottawa Country Music Jam
6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 24Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 James Nagle with ldquoStories from the Roadrdquo In Yoder Recital Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Family Movie Night 6 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Jenna Bush Hager 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 25Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 26Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 27Bluffton Colloquium 4 pm
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr Michael Edmiston on ldquoGadgets and the Curves They Throw Yourdquo In Stutzman Lecture Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 29Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 30Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 31Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
24 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Mon - Fri 9am - 7pm bull Sat 9am - 2pmwwwRaysMarketscompharmacy
Rays Market890 S Cable Rd
(419) 221-2059
Rays Marketplace2100 Harding Hwy
(419) 222-9355
Rays Clocktower927 N Cable Rd
(419) 222-0778
Drive-Thru
Why Pay Drug Store Prices
FREE Delivery bull Transfer Any Prescription bull Locally Owned
Nutritional Support
Wellness Screenings
Over 300 Generic Medications
90-Days for $9
ImmunizationsSeasonal Flu Pneumonia and Shingles
Free Medications Lisinopril Metformin Simvastatin
and Select Antibiotics
- LIMA_GE_01012012_ALL_X01
- LIMA_GE_01012012_ALL_X02
- LIMA_GE_01012012_ALL_X03
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22
Jan 1Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 2Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 3Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Auglaize PERI 9 1130 am Speedway Lanes 455 N Herman St New Bremen Doug Brookhart on ldquoThe History of Water Plantsrdquo
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Parents and Friends of LesbiansGays 6 pm OSU LimaRhodes State 4240 Campus Dr Lima In the Public Service Building
Mended Hearts 7 pm St Ritarsquos Auxiliary Conference Center 718 W Market St Lima
Jan 4Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Richard Riggs on ldquoThe Lima Symphony Orchestrardquo
UAW 1211 Retirees 12 pm UAW Hall 1440 Bellefontaine
Ave Lima Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 5Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Jan 6ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Steel Magnolia 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 7Health Screenings 12 pm
Rite Aid Pharmacy 3230 W Elm St Lima
Jan 8Bingo 130 pm VFW Post
9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 9Look Good Feel Better 4 pm
St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Look Good Feel Better 5 pm St Marys Community Public Library 140 S Chestnut St St Marys
Ottawa Country Music Jam 6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Kalida Branch Library 301 N Third St Kalida
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 10Bluffton Forum 11 am
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Tom Hafer on ldquoFitness as a Spiritual Disciplinerdquo In Founders Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
ldquoDraper the Magicianrdquo 630 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Lima Area Watercolor Society 7 pm Immanuel United Methodist Church 699 Sunnydale St Elida
Jan 11Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Scott Lindstrom on
ldquoSolar Energyrdquo Womenrsquos Group 4 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area Civil War Study Club 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Trinity Chapter Order of The Eastern Star 730 pm Lima Masonic Center 2165 N Cole St Lima
Jan 12Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 13Bluffton Colloquium 4
pm Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr George Lehman on ldquoNeuroleadership Good Science or Passing Fadrdquo In Centennial Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 14
Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Advanced Training in Gastroenterology atCook County Hospital in Chicago
FREE OFFICEVISITS FOR
COLON CANCERSCREENING
Phone 419-228-3500
Come in out of the ColdStay with us through the winter and leave the Winter Weather Worries to us
Stay Three Monthsand Receive an
Additional Week Free
Call Marcia Hearn for more details
419-331-2442
At Elmcroft yoursquoll enjoy
bull Three hot fresh meals per day
bull Housekeepingbull Laundry servicesbull Salon and barber shop
servicesbull Transportation to
appointmentsbull Plenty of activities bull A warm and cozy
environment bull Caring staff providing
care 24 hours a day
ELMCROFT OF LIMAAssisted Living amp Memory Care2075 North Eastown Road Lima bull wwwElmcroftALcom
Come in out of the ColdStay with us through the winter and leave the Winter Weather Worries to us
Stay Three Monthsand Receive an
Additional Week Free
Call Marcia Hearn for more details
419-331-2442
At Elmcroft yoursquoll enjoy
bull Three hot fresh meals per day
bull Housekeepingbull Laundry servicesbull Salon and barber shop
servicesbull Transportation to
appointmentsbull Plenty of activities bull A warm and cozy
environment bull Caring staff providing
care 24 hours a day
ELMCROFT OF LIMAAssisted Living amp Memory Care2075 North Eastown Road Lima bull wwwElmcroftALcom
Events calendar
23 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
a will as your only plan-ning strategy With only a will yoursquoll likely face the potential problems of probatemdashincluding high costs and inevi-table delays For many families planning with different types of trusts and gifting strategies can ensure that your spouse and children receive what they need without the hassles and fees of probate court These tactics are not only for the wealthy mdash it may be even more important to the average farm family for exam-ple who may be land rich but cash poor3 Stop worrying about your finances and start enjoying retirement
The most important reason to plan is so that you can stop worry-ing If you know your assets are secure mdash that your spouse will have enough to live on when yoursquore gone that yoursquoll be able to pass something along to your kids mdash then you can focus your energy on the most important part of retirement mak-ing these years great Start thinking bigger and planning now to make 2012 the time you started truly enjoy-ing your golden years Thatrsquos a resolution wersquod all like to achieve mdash and you canMitch Adel is managing partner at Cooper Adel and Associates With offices in Centerburg Monroe Sidney and Wilmington Cooper Adel amp Associates has clients statewide and offers regular seminars to educate seniors on critical financial issues
YOUR MONEY bull from 15 ndashndashndashndashndashndash
Plus II GatheringSupport Group 11 am Bradfield Community Center 550 S Collett St Lima For parents of twins On-site day care
Live Music Carl Rust in Concert 11 am The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Jan 15Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 16National Alliance on Mental
Illness 6 pm Challenged Higher Clubrsquos Drop-In Center 407 N Franklin St Van Wert
Auglaize Township Trustees 730 pm Auglaize Township Administration Building 7726 Bellefontaine Rd Harrod
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 17Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Caregiverrsquos Support Group 3 pm St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Jan 18Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Dr Matt Harbur on ldquoAgronomyrdquo
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Community Fellowship Meal 5 pm St John United Methodist Church 205 N High St Columbus Grove
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area UFO Associates 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Jan 19Allen County PERI 12 pm
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Peaceful Parenting 5 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Amputees in Motion 7 pm Bethel Baptist Church 630 Powers Ave Lima
Stomp 730 pm Veterans Memorial Civic Center 7 Town Sq Lima (419) 224-1552
Jan 20ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 21Lima Symphony Orchestra
presents Mozart by Candlelight 730 pm Trinity United Methodist Church 301 W Market St Lima
Jan 22Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 23Ottawa Country Music Jam
6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 24Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 James Nagle with ldquoStories from the Roadrdquo In Yoder Recital Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Family Movie Night 6 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Jenna Bush Hager 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 25Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 26Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 27Bluffton Colloquium 4 pm
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr Michael Edmiston on ldquoGadgets and the Curves They Throw Yourdquo In Stutzman Lecture Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 29Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 30Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 31Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
24 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
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23 OurGenerationrsquosMagazine January 2012
a will as your only plan-ning strategy With only a will yoursquoll likely face the potential problems of probatemdashincluding high costs and inevi-table delays For many families planning with different types of trusts and gifting strategies can ensure that your spouse and children receive what they need without the hassles and fees of probate court These tactics are not only for the wealthy mdash it may be even more important to the average farm family for exam-ple who may be land rich but cash poor3 Stop worrying about your finances and start enjoying retirement
The most important reason to plan is so that you can stop worry-ing If you know your assets are secure mdash that your spouse will have enough to live on when yoursquore gone that yoursquoll be able to pass something along to your kids mdash then you can focus your energy on the most important part of retirement mak-ing these years great Start thinking bigger and planning now to make 2012 the time you started truly enjoy-ing your golden years Thatrsquos a resolution wersquod all like to achieve mdash and you canMitch Adel is managing partner at Cooper Adel and Associates With offices in Centerburg Monroe Sidney and Wilmington Cooper Adel amp Associates has clients statewide and offers regular seminars to educate seniors on critical financial issues
YOUR MONEY bull from 15 ndashndashndashndashndashndash
Plus II GatheringSupport Group 11 am Bradfield Community Center 550 S Collett St Lima For parents of twins On-site day care
Live Music Carl Rust in Concert 11 am The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Jan 15Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 16National Alliance on Mental
Illness 6 pm Challenged Higher Clubrsquos Drop-In Center 407 N Franklin St Van Wert
Auglaize Township Trustees 730 pm Auglaize Township Administration Building 7726 Bellefontaine Rd Harrod
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 17Lima Shrine Club 1130 am
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Caregiverrsquos Support Group 3 pm St Ritarsquos Regional Cancer Center 803 W Market St Lima
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Jan 18Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima (419) 222-0985 Dr Matt Harbur on ldquoAgronomyrdquo
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Community Fellowship Meal 5 pm St John United Methodist Church 205 N High St Columbus Grove
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Lima Area UFO Associates 7 pm New Creation Church 2701 Allentown Rd Lima
Jan 19Allen County PERI 12 pm
Eagles Lodge 800 W Robb Ave Lima
Peaceful Parenting 5 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Amputees in Motion 7 pm Bethel Baptist Church 630 Powers Ave Lima
Stomp 730 pm Veterans Memorial Civic Center 7 Town Sq Lima (419) 224-1552
Jan 20ChickenFish Fry 5 pm VFW
Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa $8 adults $4 for 9 and younger
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 21Lima Symphony Orchestra
presents Mozart by Candlelight 730 pm Trinity United Methodist Church 301 W Market St Lima
Jan 22Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 23Ottawa Country Music Jam
6 pm Highwater Building 210 S Oak St Ottawa No electric instruments
Ottawa Knights of Columbus Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 24Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 James Nagle with ldquoStories from the Roadrdquo In Yoder Recital Hall
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
Family Movie Night 6 pm Putnam County District Library 136 Putnam Pky Ottawa
Jenna Bush Hager 730 pm Niswonger Performing Arts Center 10700 Oh 118 Van Wert
Jan 25Breakfast Optimists 640 am
The Meeting Place on Market 220 W Market St Lima
Womenrsquos Group 4 pm SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Bingo 630 pm VFW Post 9142 212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 26Peaceful Parenting 5 pm
SAFYrsquos Lima Behavioral Health Office 658 W Market St Suite 101 Lima
Anger Management Group 6 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 12-18 years old
Bluegrass Cafe 7 pm Famous Old Time Music Company 20322 State Route 33 Wapakoneta $5
Jan 27Bluffton Colloquium 4 pm
Bluffton University One University Dr Bluffton (419) 358-3000 Dr Michael Edmiston on ldquoGadgets and the Curves They Throw Yourdquo In Stutzman Lecture Hall
American Legion Fish Fry 5 pm American Legion Post 96 711 S Shore Dr Lima $6
Jan 29Bingo 130 pm VFW Post 9142
212 W Second St Ottawa
Jan 30Ottawa Knights of Columbus
Bingo 730 pm Ottawa Knights of Columbus Council 1757 10759 Road H Ottawa (419) 538-6700 Early birds at 630 pm
Jan 31Bluffton Forum 11 am Bluffton
University One University Dr Bluffton
Self Esteem amp Social Skills Group 4 pm Safe Harbor 429 S Jameson Ave Lima Group is limited to 10 youth ages 9-15 years old
24 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Mon - Fri 9am - 7pm bull Sat 9am - 2pmwwwRaysMarketscompharmacy
Rays Market890 S Cable Rd
(419) 221-2059
Rays Marketplace2100 Harding Hwy
(419) 222-9355
Rays Clocktower927 N Cable Rd
(419) 222-0778
Drive-Thru
Why Pay Drug Store Prices
FREE Delivery bull Transfer Any Prescription bull Locally Owned
Nutritional Support
Wellness Screenings
Over 300 Generic Medications
90-Days for $9
ImmunizationsSeasonal Flu Pneumonia and Shingles
Free Medications Lisinopril Metformin Simvastatin
and Select Antibiotics
- LIMA_GE_01012012_ALL_X01
- LIMA_GE_01012012_ALL_X02
- LIMA_GE_01012012_ALL_X03
- LIMA_GE_01012012_ALL_X04
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24 Our Generationrsquos Magazine January 2012
Mon - Fri 9am - 7pm bull Sat 9am - 2pmwwwRaysMarketscompharmacy
Rays Market890 S Cable Rd
(419) 221-2059
Rays Marketplace2100 Harding Hwy
(419) 222-9355
Rays Clocktower927 N Cable Rd
(419) 222-0778
Drive-Thru
Why Pay Drug Store Prices
FREE Delivery bull Transfer Any Prescription bull Locally Owned
Nutritional Support
Wellness Screenings
Over 300 Generic Medications
90-Days for $9
ImmunizationsSeasonal Flu Pneumonia and Shingles
Free Medications Lisinopril Metformin Simvastatin
and Select Antibiotics
- LIMA_GE_01012012_ALL_X01
- LIMA_GE_01012012_ALL_X02
- LIMA_GE_01012012_ALL_X03
- LIMA_GE_01012012_ALL_X04
- LIMA_GE_01012012_ALL_X05
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