10-2014 Village Voice Newsletter

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Founded in 1991 Vol. XXIII, No. 10 | October 2014

Why Restate Our CC&Rs?

The Village Voice is a publication of the OHCC Journalism Club

Angular architecture of the Clubhouse and portico.

Our current CC&Rs were written by OHCC’s original real estate developer to make certain he would not be required to remodel or improve anything before he could sell the last unit and move away. OHCC’s members (homeowners) had absolutely no input in writing those original CC&Rs.

In order to prevent any remodels or improvements of common-area structures, the developer included in the old document that even the smallest remodel ($2,500) would be called a “capital improvement.” Ironically, this requires a legally monitored election that presently costs about $7,000. Approval would need 67% of the voting power, or 1,094 “yes” votes. Our normal voter turnout averages around 1,200 votes. Thus, we would need 91% of “yes” votes to approve even a $2,500 remodel. OHCC’s present voter requirement means that in the average turnout of 1,200 voters, 107 people voting “no” effectively control all elections. Under the current system, therefore, we live under “the tyranny of the minority.”

By contrast, the proposed restatement of our governing document was written by an attorney who was selected by the Master Board-appointed CC&R Ad Hoc Committee — a dedicated group that is comprised entirely of OHCC members. The committee has worked closely with our attorney, Laurie Poole, of the Peters

& Friedman law firm, through seven drafts and through every step of the document’s preparation. This has led to a set of restated and updated governing CC&Rs and Bylaws that has been carefully tailored to meet OHCC’s specific requirements and needs. These include: (1) many key provisions of the CC&Rs and Bylaws that will now be in full compliance with California state law, the Davis-Stirling Act, and applicable Federal laws and regulations; and (2) numerous other

important provisions and issues, which were unfortunately neglected in the old, outdated document and which will now be addressed in the new CC&Rs.

The California State Legislature and state courts have determined that artificial limits, such as “67% of the voting power,” effectively prevent HOAs from appropriately managing their affairs. Therefore, the legislature and state courts have stopped that system. CC&Rs cont’d. on Page 3

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Donna Russell ReceivesOHCC President’s Awardfor 2014

In a ceremony recently held in Abravanel Hall, Master Board President Angela Takemoto presented the President’s Award for 2014 to Donna Russell. It was presented in recognition of her extraordinary leadership in many OHCC organizations.

Upon establishing her residence here, she immediately joined the Ocean Hills Chorale, eventually became its Director — increasing membership from 20 to over 50 current members. The Chorale concerts in Abravanel Hall are always a sell-out event.

When the Ocean Hills Society for the Performing Arts (OHSPA), needed a new president, Donna took charge and revived the Society through her efforts to attract exciting entertainers to perform on the stage in Abravanel Hall. The attendance at these events increased and contributions grew when she started a program—KEEP OHSPA ALIVE, inviting members of the community to become “Star Donors.”

Donna has been the Commander of the Village Vets for three years, responsible for the annual event on Veterans Day — arranging speakers for monthly meetings and tours to military establishments in this area. There was never any doubt this award would be presented to Donna for her commitment, organizational skills and enormous accomplishments. n

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CC&Rs, cont’d. from Page 1

All five of the law firms that the CC&R Ad Hoc Committee initially interviewed said, “The first thing we do is we remove all the developer language.” Attorney Poole, who specializes in homeowner association CC&Rs, removed the developer’s language in her very first draft.

California’s legislature and courts have determined that the most appropriate voting requirement is the majority of a quorum for financial matters (a quorum = over 50% of the members) and the majority of votes cast for non-financial matters. We are, therefore, now finally catching up with current California law by updating our CC&Rs and Bylaws on important matters such as voting. Under this new governing document, when voting is required, the members will control all matters by a majority vote, and by action of the Master Board when voting is not required.

In preparing this new document, there were more than 20 provisions — particularly those concerning assessments and special assessments — that urgently needed to be brought into compliance with current California state law. There were also about 40 important issues now being covered in the new document, which were unfortunately neglected in the old document. All of these provisions will now be consistent with both current law and common practice for California’s HOAs.

The committee has now completed last month’s five “workshops,” where members were given the chance to ask questions and offer their suggestions. A total of nearly 400 members attended those workshops, and notes were meticulously taken of all homeowner suggestions at those meetings. The committee says that all of those comments are being given serious consideration.

A fundamental change in the new document is that it will be much easier to amend, whereas the old one clearly was not. As committee members stressed, it is extremely important that the revised/restated document be approved. If there are details that still need to be improved, changed or fine-tuned, it will be possible to do so by amendment.

Later this month or in early November, another important meeting will be held, where the final draft of the document will be reviewed and explained. The attorney, Laurie Poole, will also attend that meeting to help clarify legal issues and respond to questions about the document.

As soon after that final meeting as possible, we will all have the opportunity to vote on these thoughtfully restated and updated CC&Rs and Bylaws. We should respond by making the best possible decision for the long-term interests and welfare of OHCC and for its present and future members.

We are grateful for all the time and effort the Ad Hoc CC&R Committee and the attorney have devoted to this challenging project, and we offer special thanks to Don Lopez for his leadership. n


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Founders Resident,Paul SteinbergBy Helen Nielsen

Thirty-year OHCC resident, Paul Steinberg, celebrated his 95th birthday on September 10th in Abravanel Hall, with about 150 of his Square Dance Club friends. He loves the ladies and they seem to love Paul — pictured here at his party, with his arms around two lovely ladies, Wanda Giuliano and Joan Buchholz. He is very active square dancing, playing golf every week and daily walking his puppy dog, Tiger, to the pet park – and, of course, enjoying the camaraderie of other villagers who gather there to visit while their doggies run and play. Best wishes, Paul, for many more Happy Birthdays! n

At Paul Steinberg’s party: (L-R) Wanda Giuliano, Paul, and Joan Buchholz.

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New Director ofMaintenance

Mark PearseyWhen the position of Director of Maintenance, occupied

by Chuck Pearce for the past five years, became vacant, there was no doubt Mark Pearsey would be the logical replacement. Most recently, Mark was in charge of maintenance for the Clubhouse and now will be responsible for the entire OHCC.

Born and raised in Southern California, Mark joined the Naval Reserve for a period of six years, with two years in active duty on Coronado. (Yes, he actually got paid on that strip of paradise!) He has been married for 43 years, has six children, now grown and two grandchildren (identical twin boys).

Mark has been in management and sales for McBee (a major check-making company) and in-home and building construction. As a volunteer member of “Men on a Mission,” he joined a crew of skilled carpenters and craftsmen on a mission to help build American-type homes for orphans in Vladimir, a former capital of Russia located about 140 miles east of Moscow. His volunteer work also

extended to Anchorage, Alaska, where he helped construct buildings at a school for student pilots, an airstrip in Columbia, and a backpacking station in Colorado.

Our new maintenance director modestly considers himself a handyman and while working for PCM, he promises to work with boots on the ground for our residents. n

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A recent Associated Press news article described a new online mapping tool that is expected to help emergency responders and homeowners know where the areas of greatest wildfire probability are located, when hot, gusty, desiccating Santa Ana winds blow from the east.

The Santa Ana Wildfire Threat Index, which was created by San Diego Gas & Electric Company and the U.S. Forest Service, features a six-day forecast for the highest-risk areas where wildfires are most likely to start. The index is based upon three decades of historical weather information and it is color-coded by rank: yellow for marginal wildfire risk, orange for moderate, red for high and purple for extreme.

When these winds are blowing, the maps will be updated. Clicking on a specific zone will provide the outlook, advisories on how best to prepare for a possible wildfire, and places where fires are already burning.

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sdcountyemergency.com. It provides information on emergency updates, maps of fires and evacuation shelters. n

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Water Use Declinedin Our County

The San Diego County Water Authority recently announced that residential use of water in our county during the month of August declined by about 6 percent when compared to August 2013. Why did this happen? The water authority explained that the reduced water use began immediately following its decision to enforce mandatory conservation. During the prior five months of this year, water use had increased by about 10 percent over the same period last year. Water-conservation incentives, such as taking advantage of the authority’s WaterSmart Turf Replacement Program, also contributed to the decline in water use. In the face of our severe drought, we welcome hearing some good news. n



Getting to KnowOur VolunteersBy Helen Nielsen

The Woodchucks “How much wood could a woodchuck chuck if a

woodchuck could chuck wood?” Just an old riddle. But one thing is certain: We have a lot of wonderful Woodchucks scurrying around OHCC — especially this time of year. Their fully operational shop, located near the back gate, is a treasure of a shop.

It is here that these Elves for Santa create about 500 amazing wood toys in all shapes and sizes. They range from pull toys on a string to trucks, tankers, airplanes, boats and dolls, cradles and jewelry boxes. All are made and painted by hand — each one a true treasure for a child at

featuresfeaturesOHCC’s Final30th Anniversary Celebration

Everyone is urged to join the final celebration of Ocean Hills 30th Anniversary at the Clubhouse, on Saturday, November 8, from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Here are the activities and entertainment:

• Pick up your 30th Commemorative Book — Art Room, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

• Arts & Crafts Fair — Abravanel Hall, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

• Free Champagne and Anniversary Cake* — 12 noon - 3 p.m.; 5 - 8 p.m.

• CERT — CPR instruction, emergency supplies for sale — Ladies Club Room, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

• Catered lunch by the Recreation Department — 11:30 a.m - 1:30 p.m. Purchase tickets ($5) at the Clubhouse Front Desk.

• Musical Review & Ballroom Dance Exhibition Abravanel Hall, 5 - 6:30 p.m.

Pick up your FREE tickets at the Clubhouse Front Desk. Tickets are limited. Includes a glass of wine sponsored by Rita Harper, Realtor.

• Food Truck Dinner Delight – 4 - 8 p.m., Clubhouse Parking Lot, Catered by “New York Deli on Rye.”

• Musicstation — Abravanel Hall, 7 - 10 p.m. FREE tickets available at the Front Desk. Sponsored by Allison James Estates and Homes.

• Musical entertainment — throughout the Clubhouse during the day.

All events taking place in Abravanel Hall (Musical Review & Ballroom Dance, The Musicstation) are limited to 200 people. Free entry tickets given out on a first-come, first-served basis at the Front Desk.

Note: If you had your photo taken by Lifetouch during the photo sessions, you are entitled to a free book. There will be a limited number of books available for purchase, as well as commemorative totes and note cards. Let’s celebrate!

*Cake and Champagne sponsored by: American Patio Cover, San Marcos; Audiology & Hearing Aids, Dr Sean Tubbs; Carlsbad by the Sea Retirement Community, Carlsbad; Fairway Independent Mortgage, Carlsbad; Golf Carts and More, Inc, Escondido; Hood Financial Insurance Services, Mike Hood, Carlsbad; Stifel Private Client Group, Carlsbad, Gary Endres; Pipes Plumbing, Oceanside; The Meridian at Lake San Marcos; Westar Capital Mortgage, Barrie Moonjian, Carlsbad. n


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Camp Pendleton. The recipients are all children of the non-commissioned Marines who struggle to make ends meet.

Our Woodchucks work with a retired Marine colonel at the base. They find out from him the exact number of children, their sex and age, and depending on the number and types of gifts available, what each child will receive in the way of several gifts. The toys are taken to Camp Pendleton about two weeks before Christmas, and it requires five truck-loads to deliver these gifts of love!

The parents are given a date and time to come and select the gifts they would like to have for their children, which they can then wrap and have ready for Christmas morning. These lovely gifts, created thru the talents of our special residents, is how Christmas and Santa Claus become a reality for the children of our Marines at Camp Pendleton. In addition to the toys, our generous residents donate an amazing array of other gifts, from books and games to beautiful bicycles, tricycles, skate boards, etc.

The Woodchucks also have bins near the HOA office where we all can leave our empty aluminum cans and clear plastic bottles. The funds they raise from this recycling project are then used to buy safety helmets to go with the items that require helmets.

In addition to all the many hours of wood-crafting by the Woodchucks, the members of the Sewing Club also donate hundreds of hours making the exquisite quilts and doll clothes and hand-painting the cradles. Kathy

Above, painters and decorators.

Right (L to R)Jo Wichary,

Goldie Wels and Patti Haugen.

Woodchuck Carl Streling at work.

Moskovitz, president of the club, works to help coordinate all the various tasks required to successfully complete this monumental project. One husband and wife team, Jerome and Carolyn Hollander, purchases quilt fabrics, makes up


the quilts, then custom hand-paints the cribs — matching the patterns on the quilts.

In the early years, woodshop space was a small hobby room in the Clubhouse, with just a very limited number of tools and small number of members. Sixteen years ago, Bob Mellman became the president of the Woodchucks and envisioned far greater possibilities for them. He started attracting interesting speakers to their meetings, provided door prizes and worked to increase the membership — from less than a dozen to over 100 members today. Gradually, this increase in woodworking in the Clubhouse was creating too much dust and noise and they were relocated to part of a building near the back gate. Now, they have a larger, well equipped shop and space where they “sub for Santa,” along with other projects. Members built the rolling bar for the Lanai, speaker stand for Board meetings, ramps for scooters, identity board for the rose garden, assistance with sets for OHSPA and other helpful projects.

Bob served for six years as president. Bill Smith, well-known for his piano playing and other varied musical contributions, served for six years. Ron Stogdill followed Bill’s term and then Larry Bowers was at the helm for three years. The current president is Bob Haugen, a newer resident who was delighted to find excellent woodworking opportunities available here.

In addition to their enormous commitment of time and effort creating all the toys, the Woodchuck members volunteer many additional hours raising funds. In addition to the collectors for tin cans and clear plastic bottles near the back gate, they provide the popular bingo games many months of the year. They also host the annual Flea Market sale at the Clubhouse. This event is where residents can purchase a table to offer their items for sale; or (as many residents do) to donate their “treasures” to the Woodchucks — knowing the price buyers pay will help greatly in funding future toy projects, toys that bring Christmas joy to the children of our Marines.

What a marvelous gift from so many caring people who live here in Ocean Hills. n

BridgeBy Dan Neilson

Help SuitsOne of the most common ways to get to a major suit

game is by the bidding sequence of 1S-2S-3S. The three-spade bid is an invitational bid made with a hand holding at least 17 points. Partner is asked to raise to game if they are at the top of their minimum raise of 6-9 points. This sequence presents a challenge when the weak hand has a poor eight points or a good seven. Are the values in the right spots to assist the declarer?

Given AKxxx xx KJxx AQ, opener has the required points to raise to three spades; but if partner’s hand is Qxx Kxxx and Qxxx xx, they will surely pass. Yet this combination will make game three times out of four. The answer to this dilemma is a bid of three diamonds asking for help in that suit. The sequence of 1S-2S-3D asks partner to promote their diamond values and bid game if the cards are working. If the values are in hearts or clubs, you must decline the game invitation and respond with a three spade bid.

Help suit bids should be used whenever applicable. When the team has a two-suit fit, they have a powerful combination of cards. Here you are looking for a sequence

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Bird of the MonthWestern Bluebird

The most colorful year-round resident bird here in Ocean Hills is the Western Bluebird. The plumage of the male of this 6- to 7-inch long bird is a vibrant deep purplish-blue on the head, throat, wings and tail that contrasts with the rusty-red of the breast. The female’s plumage is grayish-blue, with a faint smudge of rusty-red on the breast and the juvenile’s plumage is gray with a scaly-patterned breast.

The bluebird’s distinctive feeding habit, which can be observed on OHCC’s golf course, is to perch on a low tree branch and then flutter to the ground where it briefly captures insects. Its mellow call notes, sounding like mew or meer, can often be heard on the golf course, or overhead as several of the birds fly higher.

The breeding range of this species extends from southwestern Canada to Mexico’s Baja Peninsula, and eastward to the mountains of Colorado, New Mexico, southwest Texas and central Mexico. Bluebirds typically nest in tree cavities and abandoned woodpecker holes. Because of their declining population in recent decades resulting from the loss of habitat, conservation programs have encouraged the placement of nesting boxes like the 11 boxes scattered around our golf course. The Birdwatchers Club recently reported that 32 young bluebirds were successfully fledged during this year’s breeding season. That figure compares with 36 fledged in 2013, 33 in 2012, 40 in 2011, 34 in 2010 and 6 in 2009, for a total of 181 young bluebirds in the past six years. n

Fall Is HereBy Tom Fuller

Birds fly south, summer is o’erFall is upon us, summer’s no more.

Extreme heat has lessened, it’s time to enjoy,it’s time for the harvest – a time to employ.

It’s a good time to travel the U.S. and the world,to swim in strange waters or watch them swirl.

The ships won’t be crowded and will offer much;you’ll have luxury of dining, shopping and such.

Fall is for football, it’s all in the air;favorite teams will be playing, moms pulling hair;

dads will be watching, secure in their chair,but some will be hunting that ole grizzly bear.

Fall leaves are gorgeous with a variety to see,just check out the colors there for you and for me.

It’s not only a great time of year just to be alive,but a time for happiness and a time to thrive.

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Health & FitnessBy Andy Truban

Pumping-Up on Protein for Good HealthTo many people, the word “protein” brings to mind many

products such as: Atkins weight-loss diet, soy protein for the heart, or muscle-building whey protein. Opinions all vary: too much protein can harm kidneys, while others focus only on vegetable protein. Today, more and more researchers are suggesting seniors need higher amounts of protein than those currently listed in the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA).

To Calculate Your Personal RDA: Multiply your weight in pounds by 0.8 grams/day, and then divide that by 2.2. A 150-pound person needs 55 grams of protein. In the 2009 publication, Nutrition and Metabolism, researchers say that they believe increasing protein consumption above the RDA’s listed numbers may improve health by helping to prevent obesity, osteoporosis, diabetes type 2 or metabolic syndrome.

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Presently, the RDA for protein remains the same regardless of age. However, as we age, the amount of protein we require becomes more important. To maintain physical function, healthy adults need more dietary protein than the young – in the range of 1.0 to 1.2 grams/kg/day. This translates as 68 to 81 daily grams of protein for a 150-pound person.

Acutely or chronically ill older adults need even more: 1.2 to 1.5 grams/kg/day. A 150-pound person’s daily needs are 81 to 102 g. of protein.

Potential Benefits of More Protein: Protein makes up about 50 percent of the volume of bone and one third of its mass. While there has been a widely held belief that high protein diets were bad for bones, research now suggests that calcium and protein actually interact to improve bone health. In the 2013 publication, Public Health and Nutrition, researchers state they also found that greater protein consumption may benefit older women, especially those with lower calcium intake.

Researchers are also discovering the importance of the way dietary protein is distributed throughout the day. To maximize the muscle-building and help prevent bone loss, daily calcium should be 1,000 to 1,200 milligrams per day for overall good health and protein should be provided at each meal.

Getting More High Quality Protein: Here are a few examples of high-quality proteins to include at meals:

• Beans (7 grams per ½ cup)• High-Protein Breakfast Cereals (up to 13 grams per

cup)• Eggs (7 grams per 1 large egg)• Skim milk (8 grams per cup)• Lean beef and pork (21 to 24 grams per 3 ounces)• Nuts: peanuts, pistachios and almonds (6 grams per 1

ounce)• Veggie burgers (11 to 15 grams each)• 100 % Whey protein powder added to shakes/

smoothies (up to 24 g/1 oz.)• Greek yogurt (12 grams per 5 ounces)How Much Protein per Meal? In the 2009 issue of

Current Opinion in Clinical Nutrition and Metabolic Care, researchers suggest that at breakfast, lunch and dinner we consume 25 to 40 grams of high-quality protein — especially ones providing all the essential amino acids. A balanced diet should provide proteins from a mixture of foods that may include milk, meats, eggs or beans. A reminder: Ideal protein intake does not mean extra-large servings. n

(Reference: the June 2014 Environmental Nutrition.)

I Love a Mystery By Ira M. Landis

Olen Steinhauer’s The Cairo Affair begins at two very distant points that are clearly destined to intersect later on. At the outset, a low-level Libyan-American CIA operative, Jibril Aziz, discovers that five “politically active Libyan exiles” have suddenly disappeared. He makes this discovery two days after Libya’s February 17, 2011, Day of Revolt, and comes to suspect that a long-forgotten and now dangerously irrelevant plan, which he had once conceived to muster Qaddafi insurgents for a planned overthrow, has been put into action. The plan is called “Stumbler.” We next meet Sophie Kohl, whose tenuous marriage to her


fellow Harvard grad, Emmett, is on the rebound. He is a career diplomat who is now a deputy United States consul in Budapest. During dinner, he confronts her about an extramarital affair she had in Cairo, where they lived during his last posting. She confesses. A few minutes later, a gunman appears and Emmett is horribly and inexplicably murdered. Sophie decides to step into the world of espionage to hunt down his killer.

Have I whet your appetite for more? I hope so.

**** Frank Ritter’s latest, The Devil’s Crib, is a complex adult

thriller involving the Vatican and the first American Pope, Isaac I, various terrorist groups, Israel’s Mossad, Russian KGB plotting, Swiss Guards, and extremely graphic sex inter- spersed throughout. Extensive insight is given to Vatican political bickering and plotting.

The Devil’s Crib is a priceless artifact owned by the Vatican and a major component of the Pope’s plan to integrate Palestinian refugees into Israel’s society. However, although there is considerable support among the key Arab players, there are many other factions including Cardinals who do not want this peace plan to succeed. Through ingenious planning, a plot is initiated to kidnap the Pope

and steal the Devil’s Crib.The historical background of this thriller has been

thoroughly researched and is very informative. Ritter involves readers to want to keep on reading without pause. Again, I can’t wait for his next novel. I highly recommend The Devil’s Crib to those who love adult thrillers. “Adult” is key as there is much for all adult persuasions. n

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Cooking withBeverlyBy Beverly Nickerson

German Pork Chops and Sauerkraut

Fall and Octoberfest are here again and I am offering a favorite one-pot meal. I love sauerkraut with pork and have found that dishes like this do improve our contemporary, dry pork chops. End loin pork chops have more fat than center cut; thus, they are more tender and cost less. So this is a good choice. My adaptation of Mimi Sheraton’s recipe makes 4 large servings.

2 tablespoons butter + ½ tablespoon Canola oil2 large pork Sirloin chops from sirloin end of loin (½

-inch thick), remove fat Salt and freshly ground black pepper1 large or 2 medium onions, peel, cut in ¼-inch dice1 large Granny Smith apple, peel, cut in ¼-inch dice½ of 2-lb. jar Clausen’s sauerkraut, light rinse, press and

drain in strainer

2 medium Russet or New potatoes (total 1¼ lb.) peel, slice ¼-inch thick

1 cup Swanson’s beef or chicken broth (not low sodium)½-cup dry white wineSpecial Equipment: 11-inch large skillet, 4-quart

porcelain on cast-iron Dutch oven or a deep, oven-proof casserole with lid, large strainer (sieve).

Temperature: 350Heat butter and oil in a large skillet, place pork chops

in the skillet, salt and pepper, and just brown them on both sides. Remove chops to a dinner plate. Add chopped onions and apples to the fat in the skillet and cook over low heat, stir often, until they are soft, which takes about 15 minutes. You can cover the skillet part of the time.

Layer the Dutch oven by placing half of the sauerkraut over the bottom, then half of the onion-apple mixture. Place all of the sliced potatoes on top, salt and pepper, and then the last half of the ‘kraut. Place the remaining onions and apples over the ‘kraut; and finally, the pork chops. Remove the bones, cut the chops into 4 pieces, and place them over the top of the onions and apples. Pour broth and wine over the chops, cover and place on the center rack of a 350 preheated oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes. n

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Home Décor inthe VillageBy Theresa Howell

The Psychology of ColorThe psychology of color depends many

times of one’s background, culture and color popularity of decors at any time in history. I will try in the following paragraphs to determine what is significant in differentiating the various groups. Color is an important tool in marketing a product.

To an interior decorator, colors that a client has in his home or color preference in clothing is an indication of personalities, temperament, taste, needs and intelligence. Decors are driven by practical concerns rather than scientific rigor.

While perceptions of color are somewhat subjective, there are some color effects that have universal meaning. Colors in one area of color spectrum are known as warm colors, such as red, which is a stimulating color. So when working with interiors of restaurants, I will introduce red into the décor because it will make people eat and drink more. People liking red are generally extraverted. Red tends to stimulate the body and mind, while increasing circulation. Red is the color of energy, passion and ambition.

The color blue is a cool color, on the color spectrum. It has a calming effect on people. It is also an indication of personality balance. Coffee shops or fast food businesses tend to have cooler colors because they want customers to eat more quickly. Blue was believed to sooth illnesses and treat pain. It is color of trust, loyalty and integrity.

Yellow tends to elevate the spirited. Children’s rooms finished in yellow will make for happier children. Yellow is the color of the mind and the intellect—it is optimistic and cheerful. However, it can also suggest impatience and criticism.

Orange is the color of social communication and optimism. People loving music tend to have orange in their

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The color green is the color of balance and growth. It can mean both self reliance as a positive and possessiveness as a negative, among other meanings.

That’s all for now; I will deal with other colors in future articles. n


On DiningBy Russ Butcher

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My wife and I were recently introduced by good friends

to Ignite Bistro for a late lunch. We were so impressed by the quality of both food and service and by the attractive venue that we soon returned with my sister-in-law for an equally satisfying dining experience.

First, a few words about the food. They offer an appetizer they call “Man Candy,” which is several strips of lean bacon lightly enveloped in a sweet-and-spicy sauce – a combination of flavors that is beyond amazing (it’s no wonder this is one of their most popular items!) ($7). Another unique appetizer is their Thai Firecracker Calamari – bite-sized pieces of spicy flavored calamari steak ($11). Their flavorful French onion soup, which is virtually a meal

in itself, boasts a generous serving of onions in a rich broth, and “blistered” Swiss cheese atop a slice of bread ($6).

As for the array of entrees, which are served with Ignite’s own blend of mashed new potatoes and other sides, we have already thoroughly enjoyed the Gorgonzola Steak ($22), the “Dueling Pork Chops” ($17), and Sea Bass ($21) – and based on the sea bass, I can only imagine how delicious

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the Wood-Roasted Salmon must also taste ($18). Other offerings include the Ignite Burger ($14), Classic Burger ($10), Southwest Burger ($13), California Steak Tacos ($12), Blackened Fish Tacos ($13), and Maine Lobster Roll ($15). There are more than a half-dozen kinds of pizzas that come from the wood-burning oven, including the Build Your Own Pizza ($12). The Oyster Bar features several preparations of oysters, including Oysters Rockefeller ($13), as well as Champagne Steamed Black Mussels ($14). There is also a wide variety of salads, including Blackened Wild Salmon Caesar ($14), plus, of course, a delightful array of desserts.

Another important aspect of the food is that Ignite partners with a number of local and organic vendors. In addition, the beef comes from certified premium Angus cattle that are never given hormones, steroids or antibiotics. Fresh, sustainably-raised oysters come from Northern California and the Pacific Northwest.

Regarding the servers, other staff and the general manager, they extended a most generous welcome and provided cheerful assistance. It’s one of those very special places where we just knew that everyone truly loves working there and really cares about providing friendly and efficient service.

While we enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere of a late lunch, we were told that evenings – notably Saturday evenings — are very popular. Reservations are recommended. The dining room features large pictures windows that offer an expansive, tree-framed view of hills, valleys and scattered homes. Other areas of the restaurant

Above, dueling pork chops. Middle, onion soup and Firecracker Calamari.Far right, the oyster bar.

include the Oyster Bar and an outdoor patio and bar.Lunch is served: Mon.-Sat. from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.Happy Hour: every day from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.Oyster Hour: Sat.-Thurs. from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.Dinner: Sun.-Wed. from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Thurs.-Sat.

from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday Brunch: from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Based upon our experiences, we recommend you visit Ignite Bistro. n

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Out and Aboutin San Diego CountyBy Jack Shabel • Photos by Russ Butcher

The Safari Park

Most cities the size of San Diego have a zoo. In San Diego County, we are blessed to have two. There is the San Diego Zoo, in Balboa Park, and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, a few miles east of Escondido.

The Safari Park has a very heavy emphasis on African animals. A few years ago, the park was a little more diverse with its habitats and animals when it was the San Diego Wild Animal Park. Personally, I like it better now. Gone is the monorail that traveled around the various free-roaming areas of the park. Now there is a tram that loops through the park’s African Plains. Along the way is a place where you can feed a giraffe.

Some of the places that are no longer on the tour are devoted to conservation habitats for the animals. Both San Diego Zoo facilities are world-renowned for their efforts to protect endangered and threatened animal species. We purchase a family membership every year not only to enjoy the wonderful facilities, but also to support their

conservation programs.This past May, a major new tiger-viewing area was

completed and opened to visitors. It affords many opportunities to view the Sumatran tigers as they roam their greatly expanded enclosure. This species of tiger is native to Indonesia’s island of Sumatra, and is listed as a critically endangered tiger species with only more or less than 500 of them in the wild.

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A gathering of giraffes. Mother rhino guarding her baby.Another cat attraction is at a grassy area where visitors

can watch a cheetah chasing a favorite lure. It’s amazing to see how fast that these animals, the world’s fastest land animals, accelerate to blinding speed. They can accelerate from a walk to around 40 miles per hour in less than 2 seconds; or to 60 or 70 mph in a mere 3 seconds.

At Condor Ridge you can observe several of another endangered species, the California condor, as well as bald

eagles and desert bighorn sheep.For the benefit of the more adventurous, there is a Jungle

Ropes Safari where you will be climbing among the treetops, the Flightline Safari zip-line trip above the Asian Savannah free-roaming area, and the Balloon Safari ride high above the park. All of these extra adventures cost additional fees.

About the only drawback I have ever encountered at the park has been the weather. Being located east of Escondido,

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this isn’t a place you want to visit during the summer or early fall. But, the weather should be ideal in November through April.

The Safari Park is located at 15500 San Pasqual Valley Road (State Route 78), Escondido. Tickets are $46 for adults, ages 12 and above and $36 for children 3 to 11. There is a $12 parking fee per vehicle. The hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on most days with hours extended to 6 p.m. over Thanksgiving weekend and December 26 to January 4. For general information, call 760-747-8702. For more information on the park, you can visit the website at http://sdzsafaripark.org.

If you haven’t guessed, I love this park. I like zoos, but, this is a step above most zoos. Give it a try. You won’t be disappointed. n

Military ChroniclesNazi U-Boat U-166

During World War II, Nazi U-boats regularly patrolled the waters off the east and south coasts of the United States. The U-166 was but one of dozens of German subs sent to the U.S. waters to destroy military and cargo ships.

On 30 July, 1942, about 25 miles south of the Mississippi

River Delta, the U-166 torpedoed and sank the SS Robert E. Lee, a ship carrying 283 passengers and crew. The ship was carrying survivors from sister ships torpedoed in the Gulf of Mexico from Trinidad to New Orleans. Lifeboats were scrambled and all but 15 persons survived. They had just 15 minutes to get into lifeboats or rafts before the ship dis-appeared beneath the waves. An escorting American sub-marine chaser USS PC-566 was alerted by a lookout aboard the Robert E. Lee and the sub-chaser began dropping depth charges. The U-boat was broken in two and the 51 men, in-cluding the commander, Oberleutant Hans-Gunther Kuhl-man, went down with their sub. It is the only German sub known to have been sunk in the Gulf of Mexico during WWII, while the Robert E. Lee was among 56 Allied ships sunk by German submarine crews along our coast.

Both stricken vessels lie almost 5,000 feet deep and serve as silent grave sites for the souls who lost their lives as they went down. n

Scams UpdateBy Ira M. Landis

How to Protect Personal Dataon Your Mobile Device

When a friend sent Maria Sanchez a Facebook message, she had to get the new Facebook Messenger app to see it. “OK, I’ll download it for this just to check it,” she said. But within hours of the download, Sanchez noticed something disturbing: Someone had accessed her credit card account, making hundreds of dollars in charges to Facebook. It took only moments for scammers to get her personal information and start spending. “It’s frightening when you really think about the access that people can get in a short amount of time,” Sanchez said.

Bruce Namerow, with the online marketing firm Interactive Strategies, knows how easily personal data can be stolen. “Chances are that someone hacked one of her friends’ accounts and got in and wrote a message with malware,” he said. That bad message would give scammers



a way to see what Sanchez accessed after she downloaded the app. In this case, it was her banking website, and Sanchez never knew she was being watched, because the message and the app seemed legitimate. “People have gotten very, very good at tricking people,” Namerow said.

Sanchez says she won’t take that chance again. When it comes to messaging with her friends, Facebook is no longer an option. “Text me, email me, you have my phone number. You know how to contact me elsewhere,” she said. “I’m not even opening Facebook. I want to have nothing to do with it.”

Even if messages come from friends, Namerow says you should be skeptical. Not everyone has secure passwords. So friends’ accounts may be easily hacked and they could pass along scams to you. n

The CrustyCurmudgeonBy Bob Wong

The Probing DoctorAccording to my GP (General

Practitioner) doctor, I am to make regular visits. I do — every five years. I feel there is no need to have a doctor tell me what is wrong when my wife gives me the same information on a daily basis. And I don’t have to pay her, either. She’s free. Well, almost.

But faced with some urinary problems, I thought I just might visit him. He is the only doctor I know who is absent due to sickness every time I want to see him. After a preliminary exam and with a deep frown on his face, he told me that he was referring me to a urologist. (A urologist? Isn’t he a specialist on European money?)

Nothing could be more fearsome for us men than to visit a urologist, especially a young doctor who appeared to have just graduated from high school. The first thing he did was to slip on one rubber glove and proceed to examine the prostate with his middle finger. I have no idea why he just doesn’t use an X-ray instead of this primitive method of examination. All I can remember is that the procedure required only 30 seconds but suspected he had the longest fingers known to primates. If I’m not mistaken, I think I felt his finger up my throat.

Upon having the completed the exam, I gathered my composure and anxiously awaited the results. Could I have cancer? Did they discover the results on this first visit? Good heavens, will I need a second opinion? I couldn’t face the prospect. He came out of his office with several sheets of personal data pounded out by a computer.

“Please take a seat,” he said, “I have to talk to you.” (Oh, oh! Here comes the bad news.) “I really don’t know why your primary doctor sent you here.” (Should he have sent me to a hospice?) He continued, “We have recommended

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that patients over the age of 65 not be given a PSA test to detect prostate cancer. And we have been informed that no biopsy be taken. You see, prostate cancer grows so slowly, you would have to be over 100 years old before you would notice it.”

“Well, that’s good news, doctor. But why did you go through all that rigmarole with that rubber glove and that exam?”

“Didn’t I tell you? You’re my first patient since my internship and I had to practice on somebody and you were it.”

“Thank you, doctor. I’m sure glad I didn’t have a headache.” n

The Golf GameBy Pete Russell

As we all know, the modern computer system is a wonderful thing. It offers so much in so many ways that we just take it all for granted. One thing wrong is that we all assume that everyone else knows just as much as we do, and learns things in the same manner that we do. Of course neither postulation is absolute or all inclusive.

In my endeavor to share some of my thoughts with the readers of The Village Voice on a monthly basis, I frequently

rely on access to the internet for information on golf rules, tips about golf, instructional information, history, etc. I then attempt to address a particular topic in a brief column, hoping in doing so that I may cause someone, anyone, to benefit from my muses. I will continue to take this approach for the foreseeable future, but I also want to begin using internet portals to address specific topics.

A recent beginning to this approach has been the addition of specific URLs in the Home Page of the OHGC website. To wit, I have asked Dick Travis (the WebMaster) to add two URLs to the site. Each one will take you to a PGA web site that offers a large number of tutorials on almost every topic possible. I am very impressed with these YouTube-type training films, taught by well-known professional golfers.

One of these portals specifically covers pitching, chipping and putting, but also provides a means of accessing the remainder of the PGA training films on many other topics. Another site is hitting your drives longer. Start by wandering through the specific topic listed, but don’t be afraid to click on some other topics that are offered. They typically show up on the right-hand side of the movies that you’ll be watching. The amount of technical information being offered is incredible!

But be careful. You can begin wading through a lot


of information, and it can become a little overwhelming at times. My hope, though, is that you’ll find something meaningful to ponder that will enhance your game. After all, that is what this column is about: to enhance your game and increase the enjoyment you get from playing.

As I stated above, everyone learns in a different manner. Some people need the one-on-one instruction provided by a teaching pro. Others benefit from watching these instructional videos. Still others benefit by watching weekend tournaments and paying close attention to the dialogue of the commentators, who, at the very least, are competent and most of whom are retired touring professionals. They have taken an approach by sharing their love of the game in a manner consistent with the players who learn in this visual manner.

Naturally, I am using that which is readily available to me, namely the computer and the internet, to attempt to improve my game. I recommend that each of you give this method a chance, if you have a computer and are comfortable using it. Others may be less interested in this approach and can do better by attending classes provided at almost all local driving ranges and golf courses. And practice, practice, practice...

Happy golfing! Remember, fairways and greens! n

The Street Where You LiveBy Dora Truban

Tilos WayYou will find the tiny 24-square-mile Island of Tilos

situated in the azure Aegean Sea, close by the much larger Isle of Rhodes, off the west coast of Turkey. Curiously shaped like a backwards “S,” Tilos is considered to be one of the jewels of Greece’s Dodecanese Archipelago. Only about 780 people live there. The tranquil island’s arid, mountainous terrain and fertile valleys offer magnificent views and supports a variety of flora and fauna. Spring is the best time to see wildflowers, including a dozen kinds of orchids, and flowering trees — notably the many cultivated orchards of almond trees. The island boasts a half-dozen species of oak trees. Wildlife includes the Bonelli’s eagle, falcons, dolphins and the rare monk seal, as well as numerous kinds of migratory birds during the spring and fall. Farming, stock-breeding, fishing and tourism, which is highlighted by windsurfing and snorkeling, are the island’s largest enterprises.

Tilos has an abundance of archaeological evidence of the ancient Minoans, Cretans and Roman settlements. The Romans seized the island in 42 BCE. Along with Rhodes, it was part of the Byzantine Empire from the 900s to the 1300s. The Knights of St. John, who ruled over Tilos from 1309 to 1522, restored fortifications and built new ones to defend the island against pirate raids. In 1470, the Ottomans (Turks) began their siege of Rhodes. Both islands were occupied by the Ottoman (Turkish) Empire for about four centuries, from 1523 to 1912, at which time they were taken over by Italy in the Italo-Turkish War. After being occupied by German troops in World War II, Tilos and its larger neighbor finally became part of Greece in 1948.

Among this island’s many attractions are the 15th century Castle of the Knights of St. John, the Church of Archangel Michael, and the fossilized bones of dwarf

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Above left, door and balcony, Tilos. Above right, the port of Livadia, on the Greek island, Tilos.

elephant-like mastodons in a rugged ravine’s Cave of Kharkadio. Livadia is the island’s main settlement and port, where the blue-and-white church of Agios Nikolaos rises

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Watching WildlifeBy Russ Butcher

Mountain LionCalifornia’s largest native member

of the cat family (Felidae) is the Mountain Lion — also known as cougar, puma or panther. It is one of six kinds of cats in the United States and one of 37 kinds worldwide. These stealthy, solitary hunters have an unspotted, pale-brown, grayish-brown or reddish-brown coat of fur, a relatively small head and rounded ears, and a long, dark-tipped tail. They weigh anywhere from 75 to more than 200 pounds and measure roughly 8 to 12 feet from nose to end of their two-to-three-foot-long tail. Females are smaller and weigh about 40 percent less than males.

Here in the West, this species lives up to its name by living mostly in the wilderness mountains, from western Canada, southward through all of the 11 contiguous western states and into Texas. The mountain lion’s range extends on southward through Mexico and as far as southern Chile and Argentina. Of all the species of cats in the Americas, the mountain lion has by far the most extensive range.

Mountain lions typically hunt alone, day or night, and favor pursuing elk, deer or bighorn sheep — often bringing down young or illness- or age-weakened adults. They also feed on smaller prey such as coyotes, foxes, raccoons and rabbits and, if hungry enough, even an occasional skunk or porcupine. Unfortunately, some mountain lions have also learned to prey upon domestic sheep and other livestock.

Although most mountain lions are born in the spring, mating and birthing do occur at any time of year. Roughly

three months after mating, females give birth in a den to an average of three furry, foot-long kittens. For the first several months, their coats are distinctively and heavily patterned with brownish-black spots that gradually fade away. Only the female feeds and raises the young. Over the first few months, she teaches them how to hunt. But before she leaves them, she waits until she is confident that they have learned survival skills and are really able to take care of themselves. It is only then, when they are approaching two years of age, that she finally lets them go and prepares to mate again. Females can generally breed until 12 years of age, while the males until at least 20.

The normally secretive and silent mountain lion does occasionally make sounds. These range from purrs, low growls and hisses to piercing screams, the female’s birthing yowls and whistles to her young.

Here in California, there has been a decades-long effort to protect the mountain lion and its habitat. In 1972, Gov. Ronald Reagan signed legislation outlawing sport hunting of this species for five years. This measure was twice extended. Then in 1990, voters approved Proposition 117 to ban mountain lion hunting. In spite of efforts to reverse this measure, the ban remains in effect to this day. n

Above, mother and kitten watching.

Right, on the hunt.


Travel RecollectionsBy Joe Ashby

Italy — Part 1The 13-hour flight aboard Air Italia was comfortable, as

we left behind worries about Ebola, mid-term squabbles of the coming election and the California drought. This trip to Italy was to be a carefree excursion back into history and an authentic taste of Italian dining.

After joining our companions at breakfast and boarding our bus, Christiano, our driver, maneuvered us along a mod-ern highway toward Orvieto. The landscape changed rapid-ly when we arrived at this medieval city. It was filled with stone walks lined with small shops loaded with souvenirs luring the many tourists. We were alerted that a major hail storm had hit Florence and arriving there two hours later, despite being 81 degrees, the effects of the storm and piles of white ice provided evidence of what had preceded us.

After checking into our hotel, we were introduced to our guide, Simone, an art historian who proceeded to ex-plain that the Renaissance began in Florence (Firenze) due to the collapse of the feudal system and the rise of the city states. The River Arno was free of piracy; the arts and scienc-es flourished; and an emerging middle class of merchants brought wealth and trade. After dining at our hotel, we at-tended a modern dance ballet, then returned for a good night’s sleep.

We awoke to bright morning sunshine. After breakfast, we followed the lead of Simone with our electronic audio guides to the Basilica Santa Maria Novella. Formerly located outside the city walls, the church was home for those in the

View of Florence with Cathedral dome in foreground.

Above left, the bronze doors by Ghiberti. Above right, Basilica Santa Maria Novella.

fashion industry in the 14th century.Afterwards, we headed to the cathedral and reached the

Piazza della Republica, where Florence was established in 59 B.C. Construction of the Duomo – the Cathedral of San-ta Maria del Fiore — was started in 1296. After more than 100 years, the church was completed – all, that is, except for the planned dome. At that time, no one knew how to build a dome. They prayed and their faith was rewarded when a clockmaker, Filippo Brunelleschi, designed and directed the building of the magnificent dome that still dominates the city’s skyline today. Being Saturday, there were very few ve-hicles to be seen at this hour and besides, all the school chil-dren remained home. The building was shrouded in scaf-folding and canvas that hid the beautiful structure as repairs


to the exterior were being made. But we were able to admire the bronze spiked doors built in 1401 by a goldsmith named Lorenzo Ghiberti whose doors were named “Gates of Para-dise.”

At the Plaza della Bella Arti, we encountered crowds gathering at the famous Accademia Gallery. Street vendors tried to lure us with art copies laid out on the street. They were prepared to scoop up their merchandise at a moment’s notice and vanish before the police arrived. It is illegal to sell on the streets. Then we stood in line at the museum door, ea-ger to see some of the world’s most precious works of art — notably many sculptures by Michaelangelo. n

Village HappeningsBy Selma Leighton

It was Tuesday, August 26th, and the race was on. People were cleaning their ice buckets, hunting for their ropes and stakes (sounds like a hanging), washing off their plastic table cloths (moldy from last year), and planning their menus. Why? Because the countdown was on to Saturday, August 30th — the “Concert on the Green.”

This is a very popular annual event and folks start staking out their territory by mid-afternoon on Thursday. Of course there is a lot of maneuvering and some folks get a little testy, but it all works out in the end.

So-o-o, on Saturday I put on my Lois Lane hat, hopped onto my single rider golf cart and headed for the golf course. The first people I met, who were avoiding the crowds, were Karen Quimby and Susan Minaglia, tucked away in a quiet little spot back near the bocce courts. They got to greet everyone who came in on that side. They offered me a drink, and how could I refuse?

It was fun riding around, talking with people. I met Mary and Fred Lightfoot, who have been living here in Ocean Hills for only two years, with front row seats. How did they learn “the system” so fast? Yes, they offered me a drink.

Someone sitting near them told me I missed seeing a very scantily dressed individual running across the golf course. Of course, I didn’t believe them, but wouldn’t that have been news? They also offered me a drink.

Needless to say, as I rode around slightly tipsy, people kept feeding me. However, when I arrived at Rita Harper’s backyard, I had the treat of the day — her homemade lemon bars! Yum! We’ll have to have a bake off with Marcia

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Haenle. Hers are great, too. I met Rita’s daughter, Nicole, who is a young lady and mother of three, who just enlisted in the army. She will be an intelligence analyst. Thank you Nicole for your service to our country. Yep. They, too, offered me a drink.

I met two young teenagers raking the sand trap on hole number 17. Future golfers or future employees? No drink there.

Carol and Burnham Friedman’s group was happily ensconced in the shade of the golf casa. Not a golfer in the group. I think they offered me a drink. I can’t remember any more.But once again, I must give a hearty “thank you” to Chris and Louise and their staff for making this a fun day, as they always do. We shared a drink to celebrate the end of a fun day. And you know I like fun-ny. n

The Real EstateCornerBy Tom Brennan

(Tom has been involved in all aspects of real estate for more than 40 years, both as a lawyer and a realtor.)

Housing Challenges for anAging Population — Part 1

I recently had the opportunity to review a lengthy report prepared earlier this year by the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University. It focused on the individual, public- and private-sector housing challenges of America’s older population that is in the midst of unprecedented growth. The report condensed these housing challenges into three primary concerns: affordability, accessibility and location of senior housing. This two-part article is intended to share some of the insights and recommendations advanced in the report.

Aging NeedsAffordable housing is the linchpin of elder well-being.

As the largest single expense in most household budgets, housing costs directly affect the day-to-day financial security of seniors. Accessibility features are essential to the older generation’s health and safety, as their physical and mental abilities decrease. Proximity of housing to shopping, support services and transportation enables older adults to remain active and productive members of their communities, meeting their own basic needs and maintaining their social connections.

The existing inventory of available housing is currently not adequately prepared to meet the foregoing housing challenges of the aging population. Illustrative of this problem is the fact that the present high cost of housing has

forced millions of middle to low income senior adults to sacrifice food and/or medicinal needs for housing, thereby undermining their physical and mental well-being. The nation’s transportation and pedestrian infrastructure is generally unsatisfactory for those older individuals who cannot drive, effectively isolating these adults from friends and family. Further, the lack of accessibility between current senior housing and the health care system put many of the elderly who have disabilities or long-term care needs at the risk of premature institutionalization.

Growth and Diversity of the Older PopulationAs stated in one of my earlier articles, the older

population has exploded since the first of the baby boomers (born between 1946 and 1964) turned 50 in the mid-1990s. Between 1990 and 2010, the number of people of at least 50 years of age jumped by approximately 35 million (a 55 percent increase). When the oldest of the current baby boomers reaches retirement age, the U.S. population age 65 or older is projected to soar to 73 million.

Moreover, this older generation will become more diverse as the wave of young immigrants that arrived in the U.S. in recent decades reaches age 50. With this growing diversity will come significant shifts in housing demands,


reflecting the different housing situations, as well as cultural and financial circumstances of these minorities. Indeed, of special concern are the younger baby boomers who have not benefited from the vast increase in home equity growth that early boomers experienced.

Consequently, these seniors will be financially less secure than their immediate predecessors and, accordingly, will have less financial resources to achieve their housing goals.

The vast majority of the age 50-plus population currently lives independently – that is, within a community rather than an institutional care facility (even among individuals 80 or older, more than three-quarters live in their own homes) and prefer to remain in their current residences for as long as possible.

As the foregoing indicates, there are several issues facing the older generation as they reach retirement age. This will require thoughtful and fiscally responsible planning by these seniors if they are to reach their housing goals (as well as the contribution, cooperation and assistance of the public and private sectors). We will discuss some proposed solutions to senior housing needs in next month’s article.n

The Movie SceneBy Joan Buchholz

If I StayThis is a romantic teen tearjerker based on Gayle

Forman’s book, The Fault in Our Stars, the story of which attracts teenagers and young adults (YA).

Mia Hall (Chloe Moretz), is a victim to a car crash that kills her parents. Mia wanders in the halls of the hospital while her body lies comatose and mysteriously, she must make a decision to cross the line to join her family or remain alive.

Flashback: Mia is a talented young cellist who falls in love with Adam (Jamie Blackley). They have nothing in common other than the love of the music they each play. Adam’s band is becoming more popular and gets signed for a label. His gigs take him away from their relationship. Meanwhile, Mia gets an audition at Julliard leading her to think she will go. This results in their breaking up and going their own separate ways.

Now, back to the hospital: Whether she decides to go to the other side with her family or not . . . well, you will have to see If I Stay to find out. I felt rather impersonal, much like the Mia’s ghost, but enjoyed the music. The film rates two smiles out of four. n

Village Veterans MeetingCapt. C. Ev Southwick, USN (Ret.), will speak at the

Village Veterans meeting on October 24. As a Navy pilot during the Vietnam War in 1964, Southwick flew an F4B Phantom jet aircraft over the Gulf of Tonkin, strafing and sinking a North Vietnamese PT Boat that was attacking the USS Maddox.

He later joined the VG 114 deployed on the USS Kittyhawk and, in Feb. 1967, shot down a North Vietnamese MIG-17. A month later, during a flack-suppression mission (to pin down enemy defenses), he was shot down and captured. He spent the next five years in the “Hanoi Hilton” as a POW. On March 4, 1973, he was repatriated.

Thirty years later, he returned to Vietnam and Hanoi where he “found” his F4B Phantom waiting for him. Come and hear Capt. Southwick’s telling of his fascinating story. The meeting will be held at 3 p.m., Wednesday, October 24, 2014, in Abravanel Hall. Refreshments will be served. n

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Artist’s rendering of an 4FB Phantom jet over Vietnam.

A Driving TipOn September 16, a new California state driving

law, the Three Feet for Safety Act, took effect. This new law says that “A driver of a motor vehicle shall not overtake or pass a bicycle proceeding in the direction on a highway at a distance of less than three feet between any part of the motor vehicle and any part of the bicycle or its operator.” If the driver is unable to comply because of traffic or highway conditions, “the driver shall slow to a speed that is reasonable and prudent, and may pass only when doing so would not endanger the safety of the operator of the bicycle.” n

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Was This SummerReally Warmer?

Yes, meteorologists say that the summer of 2014 was definitely warmer than normal. Only four days registered normal temperatures, while all of the other days of summer were warmer than normal. Not a single day dipped below normal. The way it felt, are we really surprised? n

Flu Season; Get A ShotAccording to the Center for Disease Control, the flu

season will soon be upon us. The flu (influenza) is a lot more serious than the common cold, and a flu shot is your best defense. Vaccination is especially important for persons over 50 years of age and for those with chronic medical conditions or a weakened immune system. Even healthy people can develop serious complications, and contracting the flu can even prove fatal.

Flu vaccinations helped prevent more than 79,000 flu-related hospitalizations in the 2012-13 season. The vaccine is safe, won’t make you sick and generally has few if any side effects.

The flu virus often changes and protection provided by the vaccine lasts for only about a year. Everyone, therefore, should get a flu shot annually — preferably in the fall. A flu

Protecting yourself and others with a flu shot.

shot not only prevents you from getting the flu but it also keeps it from spreading to others.

While most medical clinics, pharmacies and even some supermarkets with pharmacies are now offering flu shots, they will also be provided at our own Clubhouse: (optional) pre-registration on Friday, Oct. 17, from 2 to 4 p.m.; and flu shots on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. This is a perfect opportunity to get a shot. n

(Excerpts from Kaiser Permanente, 2014.)


Sun and Skin: The Dark Side of Sun Exposure

According to the National Institutes of Health, . . . “Our bodies were built to make good use of the sun. . . . Getting too little sun, especially during the winter months, can leave some people prone to a form of depression known as seasonal affective disorder. Sunlight also helps our skin make vitamin D, which is needed for normal bone function and health. Yet, sunlight can also cause damage.

“Sunlight travels to Earth as a mixture of visible and invisible rays or waves. Long waves, like radio waves, are harmless to people. But the shorter waves, like ultraviolet (UV) light, can cause problems. The longest of these UV rays that reach the Earth’s surface are called UVA rays. The shorter ones are called UVB rays.

“Too much exposure to UVB rays can lead to sunburn. UVA rays can penetrate more deeply into the skin than UVB rays, but both can affect your skin’s health. When UV rays enter skin cells, they upset delicate processes that affect the skin’s growth and appearance. Over time, exposure to these rays can make the skin less elastic. Skin may even become thickened and leathery, wrinkled or thinned like tissue paper. . . .

“Your skin does have ways to prevent or repair such damage. The outermost layer of skin constantly sheds dead skin cells and replaces them. You might have noticed this type of skin repair if you’ve ever had a bad sunburn. Your skin may peel, but it usually looks normal in a week or two.

“’When you’re exposed to ultraviolet radiation, there’s a repair process that goes on constantly in each one of your exposed cells,’ says Dr. Stephen I. Katz, director of NIH’s National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. Still, long-term damage to your skin can remain.

“As you get older, it becomes harder for skin to repair itself. Over time, UV damage can take a toll on your skin and its underlying connective tissue. As a result, your skin may develop more wrinkles and lines. Too much sun exposure can also raise your risk for skin cancer – the most common type of cancer in the United States. When UV light enters skin cells, it can harm the genetic material (called DNA) within.

“DNA damage can cause changes to cells that make them rapidly grow and divide. This growth can lead to clumps of extra cells called a tumor, or lesion. These may be cancerous (malignant) or harmless (benign). Skin cancer may first appear as a small spot on the skin. Some cancers reach deep into surrounding tissue. They may also spread


from the skin to other organs of the body.“Each year, more than two million people [in the U.S.]

are treated for two types of skin cancer: Basal cell and squamous cell carcinoma. These cancers are . . . rarely life-threatening. Melanoma is a less common but more serious type of skin cancer that’s diagnosed in more than 68,000 Americans each year. . . .

“The best way to protect skin health and prevent skin cancer is to limit sun exposure. Avoid prolonged time in the sun, and choose to be in the shade rather than in direct sunlight. Wear protective clothing and sunglasses, and use sunscreen . . . . [“Apply sunscreen 20-30 minutes before going outside. Reapply often, at least every 2 hours. Don’t skimp.”]

“Some people look to the sun as a source of vitamin D, but it takes just a brief time to do the trick. ‘You need very little exposure – something like 10 to 15 minutes a day to the backs of your hands, arms and face – to get enough,’ Katz says. . . . ‘Being sun smart is a good thing,’ Katz says. . . .” n

(Excerpted from the July 2014 monthly NIH newsletter, News in Health.)

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A magnolia adorns Leisure Village Way.

Magnolia TreeScattered here and there throughout common areas

of the Village and increasingly being planted on some homeowners’ front yards is the magnificent Southern Magnolia tree. The Latin name for the species is Magnolia grandiflora (big-flowered). It was Carl Linnaeus, the 18th-century Swedish botanist, known as the father of modern taxonomy, who first described and classified the magnolia in his 1758 publication, Systema Naturae.

This ornamental tree bears large white flowers during the spring and summer months. Its thick, leathery evergreen leaves are shiny and smooth above and rusty brown and felt-like beneath.

Many large and very old specimens are found in subtropical port cities such as New Orleans, Mobile, Savannah and Charleston. The tree’s natural range extends from the coastal Carolinas through southern Georgia and northern Florida to eastern Texas. Our own Ocean Hills CC Plant List, approved for common areas and front yards, lists two hybrids: ‘Little Gem’ and ‘Glen St. Mary.’ We are fortunate to have some of these attractive trees enhancing our landscapes. Our own Ocean Hills CC Plant List, approved for common areas and front yards, lists two hybrids: ‘Little Gem’ and ‘Glen St. Mary.’ We are fortunate to have some of these attractive trees enhancing our landscapes. n

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Guess Who?The Answer

By Virginia McConnell It is Steve McConnell over 40

years ago. He and I moved to Ocean Hills four years ago from the small town of Southold, located on the northeastern end of Long Island, N.Y. Steve retired from various executive positions in the tobacco industry, was a member of the Rotary, and sang in his church choir. The old photograph was professionally taken back in the days when he suffered a career interruption, took vocal lessons and considered a career change to singing. Family obligations precluded this drastic change. However, living now in Ocean Hills enables him to fulfill those early singing desires. Steve is an active member in Theatre Arts, runs the monthly Play Readers Group, and belongs to the Chorale Society that provides occasional opportunities to sing solo – both there and in the Ocean Hills Follies.

If you are interested in joining in on the Guess Who? fun, dig out those old photo albums and please call me, Virginia McConnell, at 760-295-1979; or email me at [email protected]. Who knows; maybe we’ll be seeing you in a future issue of the Village Voice.


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