Bingo is played every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday of each week (25¢ a card) on these days immediately following lunch, at approximately 11:30.

Bingo winners last week include: Monday, Feb. 20 – Jan Nix, Joe Harrison, Brenda Dean, and coverall Julia Davis; Wednesday, Feb. 22 – Jan Nix, Linda Rice, Joe Harrison, and coverall Jan Nix; and Friday, Feb. 24 – Julia Davis, Brenda Dean, Linda Rice, and coverall Charles Wiley.

The following items will be served at the Senior Center next week:

Monday, March 6Pepper steak, rice, Italian

green beans, whole-wheat roll, tapioca pudding, and skim milk.

Tuesday, March 7Meatloaf, roasted red

potatoes, glazed carrots, whole-wheat roll, fruit cup, and skim milk.

Wednesday, March 8Barbecue pork, lima beans,

marinated cucumbers, onions, tomatoes, sliced strawberries, whole-wheat bread, and skim milk.

Thursday, March 9Honey glazed chicken, baked

potato, seasoned cabbage, whole-wheat bread, sliced pineapple, and skim milk.

Friday, March 10Baked ziti, tossed salad,

whole-wheat roll, black forest cake, and skim milk.

The Hickman Courier • March 2, 2017 Page 3

by Tom Hoskins

Living on Purposeby Dr. William Hollard

Enjoying the abundant life at any ageWe are all growing older.

Thanks a lot, right? I realize that many will think this is not a very optimistic or positive thought, but nonetheless, it is a reality. I could have gone all day without hearing that, however as with other topics, this too has a certain amount of accountability attached to it that can make a huge difference between dreading the future and having a healthy and positive attitude. Recently, I could not help but notice a picture of Stan Lee on the front cover of a magazine, and was amazed at how great he looks for 94 years old. He is no doubt enjoying the fruits of his labors from creating fi ctional characters such as, The Incredible Hulk, Iron Man, Thor and Spider Man, just to name a few. And amazingly, he is still creating new fi gures and creatures, comic books and of course providing the inspiration for an endless supply of highly successful super-hero movies. As I continued reading about Mr. Lee, it appears that his highly active imagination gives him the energy and excitement that fuels his relentless work ethic. He does not consider the retirement mentality, because his imagination provides him with a continual supply of enthusiasm and motivation.

I am in and out of nursing homes every week and I personally know several men and women in their nineties that will astound you with their outward appearance as well

as their very sharp minds. I always ask about their secret to enjoying a long life, and the common reply is that hard work made them tough. I have also noticed that most of them keep busy and have certain activities they look forward to. As with Stan Lee, we notice that active people whether physically or mentally seem to possess a built-in optimistic anticipation that motivates them to keep pushing forward. Older individuals who are still mentally strong, are keenly aware of current and future events. They keep up with what is happening and have their own opinions, which is a healthy form of independence and inspiration. May we keep a tight grip on our faith in God and focus on positive thoughts that can increase our awareness and help keep us young at heart. Frank Lloyd Wright said, “the longer I live, the more beautiful life becomes.”

I cannot overemphasize how important it is to retain hope and faith in order to retain a positive attitude for the future. If we lose our expectation that good things are coming just around the next corner, we will have nothing joyful to live for and become vulnerable to falling into a state of negativity and discouragement. I have heard throughout my life that you are as young as you feel and I can personally say that some days I still have a pep in my step to which I am grateful. One activity that I will pass on to you who are now being given

“senior discounts” is the benefi ts of walking. My wife and I walk around the neighborhood in the evenings and I am amazed at how good I feel once we get going. Stretching the legs, relaxing and getting a breath of fresh air can do wonders for the body and mind. Deuteronomy 34:7 reminds us, “Moses was 120 years old when he passed away. His eyesight was not impaired and he was still vigorous and robust.”

As we become more mature, another great idea is to stay in contact with family and friends. It’s good to explore new adventures, to write letters, visit acquaintances, attend church and different types of events and make some lasting memories with those we care about. Maintaining a hobby is another excellent idea that can help keep us mentally, physically and spiritually stimulated. Raising a small fl ower or vegetable garden is a wonderful activity that not only gives us some physical exercise but watching something grow can invigorate us with expectation and a sense of appreciation from day to day. I like this quote from Betty Friedan, “Aging is not lost youth, but a new stage of opportunity and strength.”

Dr. Holland lives in Central Kentucky with his wife Cheryl, where he is a Christian author, outreach minister and community chaplain. To learn more visit billyhollandministries.com.

HappyBirthday

The Hickman Courier wishes all these good folks a very happy birthday! Help make their days more special by remembering

them with a card or a phone call.

March 7 – Kim Green Hagler, Don McClanahan, J.P. Amberg,

Christopher Brunswick, James Shell, Ashley Malone Carlton, and Laura Voorhees Mudd.

March 8 – Alma Mills Braton, Eli Powell, Emily Powell Smith, Connie Ferguson Faircloth, Joy Kemp, and Amber Nicole Bradshaw.

March 9 – Marvin Tucker, Les Kelly, and Robert Goodman.

March 10 – Andrea Craddock.

March 11 – Van Ellingburg, Kyle Weatherly, Robert Mays, and Jarrod Duty.

March 12 – Teresa Hayden, Peggy Hollis, Marshall McMullin, Brent Johnson, Ralph Wayne Adams, Kendall Rice, Jr., Lena M. Keith, Austin Garrigus, Tashia Conley, and April Wilson.

March 13 – Jim Brown, Kathy Hulin, Jenna Nettles, and Sandra Taylor.

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I am holding in my hand a coin and a crinkly piece of green paper. They both have written upon them, “In God we trust.” Of course, I am talking about money, money printed in America. But, how many Americans do what their money say, trust God? Only a few.

How do I know that? The bible tells me so. Straight is the gate, and narrow is the way which leads to life, and few there be that fi nd it” (Matt. 7:14). Few! One must trust Christ to fi nd that way. That way is Emmanuel. God is with us.

Money may be a bad thing or a good thing. It will buy a loaf of bread or a bottle of whiskey to set on the table. It will burn the pocket or purse of a gambler, or build a home for a family. It can be used to spread the gospel or the lies of Satan. Money is not a bad thing or a good thing in itself. It depends on its usage.

Some have not gotten rightly what is written upon their money. They trust in their money instead of God. They do not understand they cannot love their money and love God also. “The love of money is the root (cause) of

all evil, which while coveted after, they have erred from the faith (trust in God), and pierced them selves through with many sorrows” (I Tim. 6:10).

Before we write that check or pull out our purse or pocketbook we should often consider what is written on that money and ask ourselves, “Am I spending this money for a good thing or a bad thing; is this purchase for good or evil, and do I really trust God with all my heart and soul?”

That is what is written upon the money hold in your hand.

Trust

Sacred Heart Catholic ChurchHickman, KY

Friday, March 3 • 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.Tickets:

$9.00 Adults$4 Children under 12

Take-outs Available

Love,Your family

If you know this firefighter

Wish him a Happy 26th Birthday March 2

BIG CELEBRATION - Paul Henderson of Hickman celebrated his 75th birthday February 8, 2017. Paul’s wife Norma wanted to throw him a surprise birthday party but surprising Paul Henderson, someone who is use to running the show was not an easy task. With the help of several family members she was able to pull off an impressive surprise party. On Saturday, Feb. 11, friends and family gathered at the home of Paul’s youngest son, Eric and his wife Becky, to enjoy a delicious meal of BBQ with all the trimmings and birthday cake. Everyone had a wonderful time reminiscing happy memories and creating new ones. (Photo submitted)

BIRTHDAY SURPRISE – Above Members of Paul Henderson’s family recently gathered to surprise him for his 75th birthday. Family and friends attending include, back row from left, Roger Barnes, Amanda Ward, James Webb, Doris Webb, George Barnett, Maxie McCartney, Joyce Wil-liams, Carol Henderson, Jimmy Henderson, Shane Henderson, Mike Nolan, Bryant Henderson, Matt Nolan, Becky Henderson, Amy Nolan, Deanna Moore, Sue Henderson, Paige Greer, and Olivia Greer; and front row, Eric Henderson, Sawyer Ward, Bentlee Greer, Paul Hender-son, Norma Henderson, Bracie Moore, Rosie Kenyon, Tommy Henderson, Jessie Henderson, Not pictured are Zach Greer, Matthew Henderson, and Deb-bie Barnes. (Photo submitted)

Senior Spirit

FRANKFORT, Ky. (Feb. 23, 2017) — A rising junior at one of Kentucky’s public or private high schools will win a $500 scholarship and a photo shoot at his or her school through the “Promote Your School” scholarship contest, sponsored by the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA).

The school must participate in the Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship (KEES) program.

To enter, the student must submit an essay about one of these subjects:

• What my aspiration for my generation is.

• How education makes a stronger community.

The essay must be no more than 200 words long and cannot

mention the student’s name, school, county or community. The essay topic must be shown at the top of the page. The student’s name, address and high school must be listed at the bottom of the essay. The student must be a junior during the 2017-2018 school year. For more information, visit www.kheaa.com/website/contest/intro.

Photos from the winning school will be used in KHEAA publications and on KHEAA websites.

To enter, mail your essay to KHEAA Publications, P.O. Box 798, Frankfort, KY 40602. You may also email your essay to publications@kheaa.com or fax it to (502) 696-7574. The winner will be chosen by a committee of KHEAA

employees. The deadline for submissions is May 31.

Students from high schools that have been featured in the past fi ve years — Daviess County, Lexington STEAM Academy, Somerset Christian, J. Graham Brown and Sacred Heart — are not eligible to enter this year’s contest.

KHEAA is the state agency that administers the Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship (KEES), need-based grants and other programs to help students pay their higher education expenses.

For more information about Kentucky scholarships and grants, visit www.kheaa.com; write KHEAA, P.O. Box 798, Frankfort, KY 40602; or call 800-928-8926, ext. 6-7214.

Kentucky rising junior may win scholarship, photo shoot

FultonDuplicate

Bridge ClubThe winners on Wednesday,

Feb. 22 were Flt. A: Dianna Nerren and Jo Grissom, fi rst place; Betty Jo Wheeler and Margie Evans, second place; and Sarah Pentecost and Gene Fulks, third place.

The winners on Monday, Feb. 27 were Flt. A: Richard Thompson and Bob Sanner, fi rst place; David Whitlock and Georgiana Scarborough, second place; and Dianna Nerren, Jo Grissom, Betty Fields and Sharon Fields, and Margie Evans and Cathy Hammersly, tied for third, fourth, fi fth place.

Jackson-Madison County African American Chamber of Commerce hosted its 16th Annual Jewel Awards Banquet on February 24, 2017, celebrating The Best and The Brightest African American owned business owners and entrepreneurs.

Loving Arms LLC was nominated as one of the Best New Businesses in Jackson, Tenn. Loving Arms LLC provides professional, affordable, and caring in home living assistance for seniors and adults with intellectual and developmental disability in the West Tennessee area. They provide high quality individual focused care to their members. Services they offer include bathing, dressing, laundry, medication assistance, and meal preparation.

Dr. April LaShell Wilson of Hickman, Ky., owner of Loving Arms LLC received The Ruby Award for Best Small Business of one to fi ve years of operation. Dr. Wilson gives all praises to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

She is the daughter of Calvin and Shirley Wilson of Hickman.

Loving Arms LLC honored as one of best new businesses in Jackson

AWARD NOMINEE - Dr. April Wilson is holding the award for being named one of the best new businesses in Jackson, Tenn. at the Jack-son-Madison County African American Chambers 16th Annual Jewel Awards Banquent. (Photo submitted)