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Vol. 2, No. 4 Published by and for The Residents of Sea Breeze at Lacey JUNE 2014

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Seabreeze at LaceyHomeowners Association

2 Arborridge DriveForked River, NJ 08731

Welcome Committee:Chair: Ann Pettineo,[email protected]: Maggi MorrowSecretary: Betty GreenbergMarianne RasBobbie TierJudy FancelliJudy HoveyPeg MondelloRuth VelezFran GeanoulesLorraine PrinzAna Maria SotoBetty GreenbergGaye IannelliJane Waterman

Management:First Service Residential21 Christopher WayEatontown, NJ 07724Phone: 732-728-9690Fax: 732-380-1821www.firstresidential.com

Property Manager:Lisa RomanoffPhone: 609-693-0630Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 9AM-5PMFriday 8AM-4PM

Elected Board Members:Jim Stasse: [email protected] Notte: [email protected]

Issue DeadlinesThe Breezeway always welcomes contributions of articles, poems, stories, trivia, etc., that may be of interest to any of our community members. Please keep in mind that we are a month ahead of publication; submissions are due the 8th of any month for the following month edition. Send your articles and/or any feedback you may have to: [email protected]

Finance Committee:Matt GolembeskiCharles Pettineo

IT Committee:Tom BrownJim Daly

Art/Craft Room:Susan Stasse

Building and Grounds Committee:Chair: Tom BrownSteve GreenbergPhil Nardomarino,Al RasWalt Bischoff,Bob ShermanTom Ianelli

Social Committe:Chair: Frank GuerrierieCarol BranhamLinda GargulioJudy HoveySally GuerrierieAna Maria SotoDee Schrank,Noreen McMahon,Ruthann CherenceMarianne RasRich FelaNancy QuirpleAngie Williams

Block Captains:1-48 Arborridge, DunberryRuth and Luis Velez

49 Arborridge and North:Frank Williams, Judy Hovey

Gladstone, Iverness, Holbrooke:Ruthann CherenceJoanne Lant

Newsletter Staff:Editor- Walt Bischoff

Monthly Contributors:Ann PettineoCharles PettineoBob ShermanSue Stasse

Proofreaders:Ilene MulhernRobert SotoIra BarcanPat Brown

Around The Community:Sales Office: (800) 509-4857 Construction Trailer: (609) 242-6746

Around Town:Lacey Township Municipal Building818 W. Lacey Road, Forked River, NJ 08731

Police Non-Emergency- 609-693-6636Police Emergency..........................911 Code Enforcement....................X2249 Public Works............................X2301 Administrator...........................X2235 Municipal Clerk.......................X2200 Municipal Court......................X2262Board of Health.......................X2247Building Department...............X2252Recreation................................X2203Treasurer..................................X2292

Local PharmaciesRiteaide Pharmacy: (609) 242-6746Walmart Pharmacy: (609) 971-7468CVS Pharmacy: (609) 242-6823Shoprite Pharmacy: (609) 693-7000Medicine to Go: (609) 242-1400

Tax Assessor........................X2242Tax Collector.......................X2213Zoning.................................X2250

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STATEMENT OF POLICYThe Breeze Way is published to serve all residents of

Sea Breeze at Lacey. We invite residents to send articles of interest to the Sea Breeze at Lacey community, including, but not limited to, recipes, short stories, poetry, neighborhood news, gardening tips, restaurant recommendations, and photographs. Material must be in good taste and noninflammatory. We solicit articles but all material is subject to approval by the editorial board which reserves the right to accept, edit, condense, or reject any piece submitted. The author must sign any non-staff contributions. Articles should be limited to about 1000 words or less. The articles published are the individual views of the authors and do not necessarily represent the views of The Breeze Way staff or the Board of Trustees. Classified Advertisements are accepted only from residents of Sea Breeze at Lacey; they must not compete directly with paid advertisements contained in the newsletter. NOTE: Publication of advertisements for products and services is not an endorsement by the Board of Trustees or The Breeze Way staff.

Meet Our Publisher Senior Publishing Company, 1520 Washington Avenue,

Neptune, NJ 07753, prints the Breeze Way. Senior Publishing prints newsletters for over eighty HOAs and condominium associations in New Jersey. Printing costs are paid by advertisers who target consumers over fifty-five (that’s us!). The advertisers are solicited and managed by the Senior Publishing Company. The Breeze Way is printed at no cost to us.

My gosh the year is flying by! We can tell that summer is coming now that the pool is open and the snowbirds are returning from Florida.

It’s almost the half way mark for 2014.

I , for one , am looking forward to enjoying the warm weather and the many pastimes that we all enjoy. We have gone shopping for flowers and shrubs to replace what the deer have consumed. Now we can relax and watch the birds flit around and we can enjoy the music as they chirp.

Some of the exercise classes have transitioned to the pool. Why not try one for a fun and healthy experience. Details of each are at the clubhouse.

If you are looking for a fun thing to do, we recently went to a video taping of The Chew which appears on ABC from 1:00 to 2:00 each day. It was fascinating realizing how many people are involved in producing such a show. Plus we were able to taste some great dishes. You can usually get tickets from the web sites of the shows you enjoy. Many of the shows are video taped in Manhattan,

Our social activities continue at a great pace. The Kentucky Derby party was a delight as was the Gemini Magic Show, the Trivia nights and the weekly Sunday Brunches.

Last month we published the rules for the swimming pool and, as a convenience, we are reprinting them this month. Enjoy your summer and the time you spend in and around the pool.

During June we can look forward to and celebrate Flag Day, Father’s Day and the Summer Solstice. And then there are the birthdays of loved ones.Submission of articles and

recipes needed, if you’d like to contribute to the

newsletter please contact Walter Bischoff at

[email protected]

Writers Needed

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SPOTLIGHT BY ANN PETTINEO

The Welcome Committee recently welcomed some new homeowners that have moved into Sea Breeze at Lacey. The new homeowners are: Philip and Katherine Raneri, Carmen and Barbara Telleri and her mother Doris Sidney, and Joe and Joanne DiGise.

Philip and Katherine Raneri have moved from Danbury, Ct. to their new home on Arborridge Dr. Philip, originally from Katonah, N.Y., is retired from IBM Corporate Security. Katherine is a native of Brooklyn. She retired as an administrative assistant for IBM and was also employed by Kraft Foods, Pepsi and Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals. Philip likes fishing, woodworking and restoring furniture. Katherine is an experienced quilter and she also enjoys reading, yoga, walking and working on puzzles. The couple looks forward to summer and going to some of the beaches in the area.

Carmen and Barbara Telleri and Doris Sidney, Barbara’s mother, have moved to Dunberry Dr. Carmen and Barbara moved from Clark, N.J. where they lived for twenty-nine years. Doris moved from Bloomfield where she lived for sixty-two years. Carmen and Barbara are both retired. Carmen worked as an electrical engineer for Honeywell and Barbara was an administrative assistant in a doctor’s office. Doris is also retired and previously worked as a bookkeeper.

The Telleris have two daughters: Nicole and Allison. Nicole is a biomedical engineer and lives in Massachusetts; she is planning to marry her fiancé David in July. Allison is an emergency nurse at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Paterson. Carmen and Barbara enjoy biking and hiking. Barbara is an avid photographer and is interested in nature and sports photography. She also enjoys knitting and crocheting. Carmen enjoys kayaking and other outdoor activities. Doris likes to knit and she is an avid reader. She also likes to watch tennis, golf and baseball.

Joe and Joanne DiGise have moved on Arborridge Dr. from Caldwell, N.J. Joe retired after working as principal for Passaic County Technical Institute in Wayne, N.J. Joanne is also retired. She was a registered nurse for more than thirty years, and also worked as a teacher’s aide in Caldwell, N.J. The couple has two sons: Matt and Evan. Matt who lives in Little Falls, N.J., is a High School history teacher at Passaic County Tech and Evan lives in NYC and works for an energy brokerage firm in Stanford, CT. Joe spends a few hours a day at the gym to regain his strength, after having heart surgery prior to moving to Sea Breeze. He is looking forward to playing tennis, bike riding and hiking and enjoys playing poker and pool with his friends. Joanne enjoys cross-stitching and attending exercise classes at the clubhouse. She also loves caring for their two dachshunds. Over the years Joe and Joanne have also enjoyed collecting and refinishing antiques.

We welcome the above new homeowners and hope that they enjoy their retirement years in their new homes in the Sea Breeze community.

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There are a lot of things happening in Lacey Township. The Lacey Branch of the Ocean County Library is one of the hotspots of our town.

For the entire month of June in the Meeting Room, the Art display is of Mixed Media by Mike Grindall And there will be a Donald Duck Collection in the Display Cases, courtesy of Ruth Grondin

On Wednesdays at 1:30pm English Conversation Group: Practice your English speaking skills in an informal setting. All are welcome.

Each Thursday the Mah Jong Mavens & Masters meet from 12:00 to 3:00pm. Have you always wanted to learn how to play Mah Jong? Do you already know? Either way, come join us!

One-on-One instruction is available by calling 609-693-8566 for:Assistance with computers, library resources, eReaders and tablets.Genealogy Class with Dawn Heyson to guide/assist your genealogy research by appointment only.

6/3, 2:00 pm, Tuesday, Wii™ for Seniors, Join us for some exercise and laughs.6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm, Wednesdays, English Conversation Group, Practice your English speaking skills in an informal setting. All are welcome. Sponsored by the Literacy Volunteers of Ocean County.6/4, 7:00 pm, Wednesday, Documentary: Fagbug After her VW Bug was vandalized because it sported a rain-bow sticker, Erin Davies decided to embrace what happened by leaving the graffiti on her car. She took her car on a 58-day trip around the United States and Canada to raise awareness of this and other hate crimes.6/7, 9:30 am, Saturday, Knitting & Crochet Group, Come join in! Bring your yarn and needles, and make some new friends while you knit! All skill levels welcome.6/10, 10:00 am, Tuesday, County Connections Mobile, Explore the resources available through County Connec-tions, including passport assistance and senior services.6/10, 6:30 pm, Tuesday, Meet the MayorStop in and meet the mayor in a less formal setting than a township meeting. 6/12, 9:30 am, Thursday, Ocean County Library Databases, Summer Reading, Novel List6/13, 1:00 pm, Friday, Lunchtime Film: Casablanca, Wartime refugees gather in Morocco to obtain scarce exit visas to Lisbon. Rated PG.6/16, 1:00 pm, Monday Book discussion, Sweetness at the Bottom of Pie by Alan BradleyCopies of the book are available at the circulation desk. 6/17, 7:00 pm, Tuesday, An Author’s View of Life and Fiction Local author Margaret Hawke will talk about her book, the writing process, and how events shape life and fiction.6/19, 10:30 am, Thursday, Introduction to Microsoft Word™ 6/21, 2:00 pm, Saturday, Artist Reception, Meet artist Mike Grindall. Refreshments will be served.6/25, 6:00 pm, Wednesday, Evening Film: All is Lost, After a collision with a shipping container at sea, a re-sourceful sailor finds himself staring his mortality in the face. Rated PG-13.

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How is a stroke diagnosed?Physicians arrive at the diagnosis of a stroke primarily through: • Neurological exams• Imaging scansThe most common imaging scans of the brain are:CT Scan (computed tomography scan) – a type of low-radiation x-ray that uses a computer to make pictures of the

brain. A CT scan may be repeated in the first days after stroke to see if the stroke has continued to expand. The first CT scan taken during the first hours of an ischemic stroke is usually read as “normal” – meaning “no bleeding was seen in the brain.” In this case, the neurologic exam of the patient at the bedside is more important in deciding on treatment options.

MRI Scan (magnetic resonance imaging scan) – a test that uses magnetic waves to make pictures of the brain. A new (acute) stroke will usually cause typical patterns on an MRI scan that are easily recognized as a stroke.

Angiography – a test that shows arteries in the brain. It may be done through an invasive procedure, when a tiny catheter is placed in a blood vessel in the groin and threaded up into the brain. Repeated injections of dye make the blood vessels in the neck and brain more visible. This is most often used for hemorrhagic strokes, if there is a possibility of an aneurysm (weak blood vessel) that may need treatment.

Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA) – shows brain blood vessels by mapping blood flow during a regular MRI scan.

Carotid Ultrasound – shows narrowing of the arteries supplying the brain.You can find descriptions of all of these tests in the next section, “Diagnosing Stroke.”

What should I expect during the first days of a stroke hospitalization?After a stroke has been diagnosed, the first priority is to use emergency treatments if possible. Immediate treatment

may be used to:• Dissolve a clot causing an ischemic stroke or reopen a blocked vessel• Stop the bleeding during a hemorrhagic strokeOnce the patient is more stable, there is a big focus on preventing common complications of stroke, including:• Preventing pneumonia, blood clots in legs, bedsores, and shoulder pain if arm is paralyzed.• Reducing the chance of subsequent strokes (secondary stroke prevention)• Treating other co-existing diseases, such as diabetes• Looking at lifestyle issues that need to change to improve stroke recovery and preventing (smoking, alcohol use,

weight management, exercise, etc.)• Improving functioning in everyday activities through rehabilitation (physical therapy, occupational therapy, and

speech therapy).• Starting to pave the way for recovery (treating pain, addressing depression, getting family involved in care, etc.)Your care may include:Blood Tests, including a complete blood count, blood sugar, cholesterol (lipid) profile, clotting levels, and a check

of other elements in the blood;Electrocardiogram (EKG), to look for heart issues that may have caused the stroke or that may need more study;Cardiac (Telemetry) Monitoring, to analyze heart rhythm and detect any irregular heart beatsElectroencephalogram (EEG) – a test that can detect seizures (convulsions) by measuring brain waves (used only

if a seizure is suspected).

How long will I or (or my loved one) be in the hospital after a stroke, and what comes next?

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This varies greatly, depending on how severe the stroke was. After a minor stroke or TIA, a patient may be discharges within 2-3 days; after a severe stroke, the hospital course may last a week or more.

Depending on your needs, rehabilitation services after your hospital stay may be provided in an acute rehabilitation hospital (most intensive); a subacute rehabilitation facility; or another inpatient facility. If you are able to go home right away, you may receive rehabilitation services at an outpatient rehabilitation department or through home health care services.

Note: Medicare, Medicaid and your private health insurance have requirements to meet criteria for a transfer to acute or subacute rehabilitation facility. Be sure to speak to your Social Worker and Care Manager about your discharge plan.

What are the best medicines toprevent another stroke?Many excellent medications are available to prevent stroke. A few important points:• If your doctor or health care provider prescribes aspirin or a blood thinner to prevent another TIA or stroke, never

stop taking it suddenly without permission.We now know that your risk for a stroke can triple immediately if you stop aspirin or another blood-thinner suddenly

(unless directed by your health care provider). The blood becomes thicker-than-normal when these medicines are suddenly stopped, increasing your stroke risk overnight.

If you are prescribed aspirin after a stroke or TIA, you should consider it a medicine to take “for life.”• If your blood cholesterol is high, cholesterol-lowering drugs may be prescribed. The statin class of cholesterol

medications is very important for stroke prevention, since statins seem to protect against heart attack and stroke.If you have ever had a stroke or TIA, you should aim for a LDL cholesterol level (LDL is “Lousy” or “Lethal” or

“bad” cholesterol) of less than 100 mg/dl, or even lower if your doctor or nurse recommends it.Just like aspirin, statin medications should never be suddenly stopped without permission, as the same dangerous

effect of increased stroke risk can occur.• If you have high blood pressure, work with your doctor or health care provider to bring it under control. A normal

blood pressure is considered to be 120 or less / 80 or less. You should discuss your blood pressure goals and know your goal numbers before you leave the hospital. The single most important thing you can do to lower your stroke risk is to keep your blood pressure under control!

Just like aspirin and statins, blood pressure medications should never be suddenly stopped unless directed by your health care provider. Blood pressure can shoot up to a dangerously high level if you stop taking your medications.

If your blood pressure medicine is causing unpleasant side effects (such as fatigue, dizziness, problems with erections in men, or cough), talk to your doctor or health care provider about the side effects. There are many excellent blood pressure medications to choose from, and everyone can find a blood pressure management plan that they can live with.

• If you have atrial fibrillation, warfarin (Coumadin) is the best way to prevent another stroke caused by a blood clot that travels from the heart to the brain. Many people worry about taking warfarin, since it can cause excessive bleeding. However, warfarin is eight times more likely to prevent a stroke than it is to cause a serious problem with excessive bleeding. The key is to understand.

What lifestyle changes can help me prevent another stroke?These strategies may help reduce the change of TIA’s and stroke:

• Exercise regularly, with your doctor’s approval.• Eat a healthful diet, one that is low in saturated fat

and rich in whole grains, fruits, and vegetables.• Maintain a healthy weight.• If you smoke, quit.• Drink alcohol in moderation. Moderate alcohol

intake is no more than 2 drinks per day for men and 1 drink

per day for women.• Control blood pressure and diabetes.• Bring cholesterol levels into the normal range.• Take medications exactly as prescribedDo not use illegal drugs (cocaine) or unprescribed

stimulants (ephedrine, certain herbal or weight-loss products) that raise blood pressure.

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Beautiful NatureMay and June are the peak

months for Blackberries and Strawberries! What better way to welcome the warmer weather than to enjoy them with ice cream!

Some of the best memories growing up in North Jersey are of picking blackberries from a wild patch near a neighbor’s yard a patch now long gone.

A bramble and a member of the rose family, blackberries will grow like weeds in the right climate, and in more rural areas, they can sometimes still be seen growing by the side of the road. Although they’re grown in almost every state, the biggest crops come from the Pacific Northwest, Michigan -- and New Jersey. And while the majority of the crop is sold to processors for

jams and jellies, you’ll find fresh blackberries at roadside stands, farm markets and good produce stores during the summer, usually in half-pint boxes. Make sure you don’t miss out. Blackberries are a rich, juicy and sweet treat loaded with flavor as well as ultra-healthy vitamin C and antioxidants.

Local blackberries are available from May until September, with the peak usually in June and July. Berries available during the winter are typically imported from Chile. While we don’t necessarily like to promote different labels you should know about the “best of the best” in terms of the produce that’s available, and when it comes to blackberries, we would be remiss if we didn’t tell you about the “Season’s Finest” brand of blackberries. This Mexican variety of blackberries is only available through the company Driscoll’s, and take our word for it: If you can find these, buy them (or ask the produce manager for them), because they’re great. Their season is short, just five to six weeks, and they’ll only be available through the end of May. They’re also a little pricey compared to other blackberries you’ll see in the store, but once you try them, you’ll be hooked, and you’ll remember them year after year.

Local stores that typically carry them include Whole Foods and ShopRite, but no worries if you can’t find them: All blackberries and strawberries are good at this time of year.

Many foods commonly consumed in the U.S. are valuable sources of antioxidants. Researchers have recently

ranked the 50 best antioxidant sources measured against a uniform amount of food (100 grams, or about 3.5 ounces), and strawberries ranked 27th best among U.S. foods. In addition, when only fruits were considered, strawberries came out 4th among all fruits (behind blackberries, cranberries, and raspberries). However, since many foods (for example, spices and seasonings) are seldom consumed in amounts as large as 3.5 ounces, researchers also looked at common serving sizes for all foods and their total antioxidant capacity. In this evaluation based on common serving sizes, strawberries came out 3rd among all U.S. foods including spices, seasonings, fruits, and vegetables! (In this analysis based on serving size, only blackberries and walnuts scored higher in total antioxidant capacity.) When we hear the word “strawberry,” we might think about a very commonplace fruit. But the antioxidant capacity of strawberries and blackberries is anything but common!

Blackberry Mojito

Mojito (pronounced moe-hee-toe) is Cuba’s most famous cocktail. It is important that the blackberries and mint are gently muddled - never crushed - to release their flavors but not release harsh or bitter tannins into the beverage. A wooden spoon or firm silicone spatula can be used in place of a muddler.

12 Blackberries12 large mint leaves4 teaspoons sugar1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice1 tablespoon fresh lime juice1/2 cup seltzer water 1/4 cup vodka or rum 6 to 8 ice cubes

Muddle blackberries, mint leaves, sugar, lemon juice and lime juice in a tall glass until berries are mostly crushed.

Add seltzer, vodka, and ice.Stir well and serve. You can also substitute strawberries for the blackberries.

Walt’s Wanderings

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Road TripsSpring is a glorious time

to view flowers. In the New York-New Jersey –Pennsylvania area we are blessed with an abundance of opportunities to see Mother Nature’s handiwork. Here are some to consider.

Morven Museum & Garden (New Jersey) is located in Princeton. When visiting you can combine your love of New Jersey Flora with all of the historical sights in Princeton as well as the sights at Morven. Hours of Operation Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Tours are given on the hour. Final tour is at 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday 12 Noon – 4 p.m. Tours are given on the hour. Final tour is at 3 p.m.

Morven is located at 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, New Jersey 08540 609.924.8144 www.morven.org

L e a m i n g ' s R u n Gardens (New Jersey) is a charming series of flower gardens nestled into acres of native woodlands in Cape May County, New Jersey. The shady path leads you past a bamboo grove, an expansive cinnamon fernery, ponds, streams, a

waterfall, and many beautiful vistas created by the themed flower plantings. Benches are provided along the way as you are invited to enjoy the scenery at your own pace. The gardens were created by the Aprill family to preserve the centuries old woodlands and wetlands that are home to many rare native plants, and to create a relaxing place for visitors to escape from the pace of modern life.

Leaming's Run Gardens, 1845 Route 9 North, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210

(609) 465-5871 www.http://leamingsrungardens.comHours: Open Wednesday through Sunday 10:00 – 4:00,

(closed Mondays and Tuesdays)Admission: Adults -- $8, Children under 18 -- $4, Young

Children 6 and under -- free$25 Annual Ticket (unlimited visits). Pets are not

permitted in the gardens.Bowman’s Hill Wildlife Preserve (PA) showcases an

extraordinary diversity of plants native to Pennsylvania and the Delaware Valley region. We care for and protect our native plant collection with the goal of encouraging

the public to visit, enjoy, and learn about the richness of Pennsylvania's natural heritage.

Of the approximately 2000 species native to Pennsylvania, the Preserve is home to nearly 800 of them. Of these, more than 80 species are rare, threatened or endangered native plants designated as Plants of Special Concern in Pennsylvania. A deer exclosure fence surrounds and protects 100 of our134 acres. Over two and a half miles of picturesque trails offer some of the best hiking in all of Bucks County.

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Well, this month the review is not about a restaurant but it is about a food place, The Cheese Cave located at 14 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, New Jersey 07701 (732) 842-0796. Hands down it is the BEST cheese shop in the area. Great sandwiches, helpful staff and oh yeah, AWESOME CHEESE!!! And don't miss their $5 Friday sampling, just bring your own wine and enjoy a tasting of cheeses from around the world.

All of their sandwich selections are created with only the finest quality ingredients - simple, clean flavors

Why not try these delicious treats:Four Cheese Melt with

Roasted Tomatoes; Melted Brie, Sautéed Mushrooms, Baby Spinach and a hint of honey; Habanero Cheddar, Roast Turkey, Red Pepper R e l i s h & Av o c a d o ; Rosemary Ham, Brie & Fig Jam or any of their other sandwich delights.

They also do special events. We recently had them do a cheese & wine pairing event at our home and the consensus

Restaurant Review of our guests was that i t was outs tanding! Stephen gave a detailed description and the origin of each of the cheeses and explained the wines that went well with them. As we tasted each of them we thoroughly enjoyed the educational experience!

He also has classes available at the store. If you want to go to one, be sure to reserve early since they fill quickly.

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The English language You think English is easy??1) The bandage was wound around the wound. 2) The farm was used to produce produce. 3) The dump was so full that it had to refuse more refuse.4) We must polish the Polish furniture5) He could lead if he would get the lead out.6) The soldier decided to desert his dessert in thedesert.7) Since there is no time like the present, he thought it was time to present the present8) A bass was painted on the head of the bass drum. 9) When shot at, the dove dove into the bushes.10) I did not object to the object.11) The insurance was invalid for the invalid.12) There was a row among the oarsmen about how to row.13) They were too close to the door to close it.14) The buck does funny things when the does are present.15) A seamstress and a sewer fell down into a sewerline.16) To help with planting, the farmer taught his sow tosow.17) The wind was too strong to wind the sail.18) Upon seeing the tear in the painting I shed a tear.19) I had to subject the subject to a series of tests20) How can I intimate this to my most intimate friend?

Chuckles

Let's face it - English is a crazy language. There is no egg in eggplant, nor ham in hamburger; neither apple nor pine in pineapple. English muffins weren't invented in England or French fries in France . Sweetmeats are candies while sweetbreads, which aren't sweet, are meat. We take English for granted. But if we explore its paradoxes, we find that quicksand can work slowly, boxing rings are square and a guinea pig is neither from Guinea nor is it a pig.

And why is it that writers write but fingers don't fing, grocers don't groce and hammers don't ham? If the plural of tooth is teeth, why isn't the plural of booth, beeth? One goose, 2 geese. So one moose, 2 meese? One index, 2 indices? Doesn't it seem crazy that you can make amends but not one amend? If you have a bunch of odds and ends and get rid of all but one of them, what do you call it?

If teachers taught, why didn't preachers praught? If a vegetarian eats vegetables, what does a humanitarian eat? Sometimes I think all the English speakers should be committed to an asylum for the verbally insane. In what language do people recite at a play and play at a recital? Ship by truck and send cargo by ship? Have noses that run and feet that smell?

How can a slim chance and a fat chance be the same, while a wise man and a wise guy are opposites? You have to marvel at the unique lunacy of a language in which your house can burn up as it burns down, in which you fill in a form by filling it out and in which, an alarm goes off by going on.

English was invented by people, not computers, and it reflects the creativity of the human race, which, of course, is not a race at all. That is why, when the stars are out, they are visible, but when the lights are out, they are invisible.

Thanks to Ron Martyn

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The Cook’s CornerShish Kebab

½ cup olive oil

2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1 tsp dry white wine

1 tbsp minced garlic

1/8 tsp salt

1/8 tsp black pepper

1/8 tsp dried oregano

1/8 tsp dried rosemary leaves

1 bay leaf

2 pounds boneless leg of lamb, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes

2 large onions, peeled, cut into 8 wedges each

2 large bell peppers, cut into 8 wedges each

12 mushrooms, stems removed

2 large tomatoes, cut into 8 wedges

Mix all marinade ingredients in a large bowl. Add lamb cubes and

marinate for 1 hour or overnight.

Preheat broiler or light the barbecue.

Divide the meat and vegetables evenly into 4 parts, and skewer the pieces on 4 skewers.

Place 4 to 5 inches from flame. Grill, turning to cook evenly, for approximately 10 minutes.

Serve with rice or couscous. Enjoy!

For any of the recipes that have been published in the

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New Model Park at Sea Breeze

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Several months ago when I visited my son's condo, I noticed that he had some vinyl records sitting around. These were not old records picked up at a garage sale, but newly pressed albums from his favorite artist, Taylor Swift. My other son took my collection of 45's and my old turntable when we cleaned out the house prior to moving to Sea Breeze. Vinyl recordings and upgraded turntables were on their holiday wish lists. With all the convenience of downloading digital music, why would anyone want to bother with a process that has absolutely no portability and requires you to flip the media over? Why would anyone, except for audiophiles and a few baby boomers who still have a turntable and a record collection from their youth have any interest in analog technology?

Simply put, sometimes newer is not always better. As it turns out, to get the convenience that downloading digital music over the internet provides, you give up something and

that something is the quality of the recording. Downloaded audio files are typically in MP3 format, a set of standards for compressing and downloading audio files from the internet. The key word here is “compressing” which is necessary in order to have the files download quickly and take up less space on your listening device. When you compress files, you delete chunks of data to make the file smaller, which also makes the files you download inferior to the same recording on a CD or LP. While you probably won't hear the difference if you are listening on your portable music player, it can be noticeable if you play it on a decent audio system with good speakers or headphones.

So why not buy the music on a CD I ask? According to my sons, the music just sounds better and apparently others agree. According to Rolling Stone magazine, sales of vinyl recordings continue to grow. Don't toss your record collection just yet, There could be a budding after market.

We are excited to tell you that we will break ground soon on a new model park! The sales office will be located across the street in a Farmington model. Two more models, the Hammond and the Binghamton will be located right next to the sales office. Come and get a sneak peak of the Binghamton on June 7th when we host a muddy boot tour on Cameron Court. Details coming soon!

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Broker or Investment Advisor By: Charles Pettineo

Often, I hear an individual stating my investment advisor recommended that I buy a stock, mutual fund, bond, or annuity. The question is are you getting recommendations from a broker or an investment advisor? Your response might be – I don’t care as long as I make money. That approach is somewhat shortsighted because it overlooks a very important component when you are receiving investment advice. What is the nature of responsibility to you by the individual who is providing the investment advice? There clearly are significant differences.

Broker DefinedThe term “Broker” is defined under the Exchange Act

(Securities and Exchange Act of 1934) as “any person engaged in the business of effecting transactions in securities for the accounts of others.”

Advisor DefinedThe term “Registered Investment Advisor” is defined

as “a person engaged in the act of providing advice, making recommendations, issuing reports, or furnishing analysis on securities either directly or through publications”

If you have a difficult time distinguishing the differences, you are not alone. The biggest significant difference is that a Broker must meet a suitability standard while an Advisor must adhere to a fiduciary standard.

Suitability Standard of a BrokerThis simply states that a Broker needs to believe that

a recommendation meets the interests and financial needs of an individual. If a Broker made a recommendation to a retired person who needed income and suggested that he/she buy an investment grade bond fund, the Broker, in all likelihood, would have met the suitability requirement.

However, is it the best bond or bond fund available to the customer – maybe, yes and maybe, no? The fund could be a proprietary bond fund of the broker dealer where there are higher commissions than alternatives. The broker is also not required to disclose any conflicts of interest.

Fiduciary Standard of an AdvisorInvestment Advisors are required to meet a fiduciary

standard that requires them to act in the best interests of their clients – therefore, establishing a fiduciary responsibility. Many advisors emphasize that they are “fee only” advisors charging a fee for managing your assets and don’t receive a commission for selling a particular product.

Does this necessarily mean that advisors will be more knowledgeable, make you more money, or be more successful in helping you reach your goals? Unfortunately, registration status alone is not a guarantee that your interest as an investor will be better served.

For decades, broker dealers have successfully stopped attempts to have their Brokers registered as Investment Advisors. However, the Dodd-Frank Act signed into law in 2010 directed the S.E.C. (Securities and Exchange Commission) to determine whether Brokers should have a fiduciary standard. The head of the S.E.C. promised a decision by the end of 2014.

Whether you choose an Investment Advisor or a Broker, it is important that you interview the person, ask about background, experience, and investment philosophy to determine whether there is a fit for you. Also, you should check online to see if the individual has any regulatory complaints. This can easily be done through FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority).

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