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Laughter By Paul – 03/28

Darla had applied for a job and when she returned home, her mother asked how the interview went.

Senior pet care, part 3

I have often been asked about senior dogs, “How do you know when it’s time to let your dog go?” That is such a difficult question. As with everything else, the answer varies for everyone. It is a question only you can answer.

Spot animal damage and prevent it from happening next year

Much like me standing in front of that tray of cherries on Christmas day, rabbits are standing in front of your shrubs to enjoy the season to the fullest extent possible by eating the branches of those shrubs. Animals can cause extensive damage by eating the stems, bark, and foliage from plants.

Ask an Angel – 03/14

Q My husband is scheduled for a surgical procedure in the near future. His doctor spoke to us about getting care in the home once he is released from the hospital. After talking with several friends, I became confused about the different types of home services available. Can you help explain what is available?

What is refined salt?

Refined salt or table salt is 97.5 percent sodium chloride (NaCL) and 2.5 percent chemicals as moisture absorbents and iodine.

A love that ticks

Maria (Riet) and Pier (Piet) Van der Mey are living proof that time, place, and different continents don’t get in the way of two people in love. More than 50 years after they first met, they live happily together in their Edgewater home after a lifetime shared and the blessings of a son, twin daughters, and grandchildren.

Who cares what the survey says when a slew of sales abound?

A recent survey conducted by the national polling organization PWCSS, which is an acronym for Persons Who Conduct Such Surveys, found that women living in Active Adult Communities throughout the United States do not need any new clothing.

An eclectic lunch date at breakfast favorite Benedict’s

Judi, my good friend and neighbor, and Glynn, my new friend and neighbor, joined me for a lunch date at Benedict’s Eggs and More, 8 S. River Street, just across the river in East Dundee off Route 72.

Around the world with Lisa Yost

Not all who wander are lost – according to J.R.R. Tolkein. This is especially true if Lisa Yost is wandering with them.

CAM approval needed before Jameson’s moves on video gaming

Sun City residents and Jameson’s Restaurant were reminded last week that the eatery has another gate to pass through before installing video gaming machines.

Township donation controversy ends as money returned

The issue between N. 12 residents who mistakenly donated money to the wrong food pantry and Township Supervisor Linda Moore reached a conclusion on Feb. 14 at a Grafton Township Board meeting.

Kreutzer Road expansion begins this year

One way to know a town is growing up (or at least expanding) is when it builds a bypass off a main artery to relieve growing congestion at a major intersection.

A heart made of gold

Sun City residents Mike and Cookie Sheller have had a front row seat in watching their granddaughter grow up – and they’ve seen it all play out on ice.

Former representative Walsh claims GOP is in ‘civil war’

“I believe we’re at war. I believe this thing that we call America is at risk of forever being lost, and I refuse to be like a typical politician and just quietly and meekly let that happen.” Former Representative for Illinois’ 8th district Joe Walsh said the above as a rallying cry to the Huntley Area Tea Party during their Feb. 20 meeting.

Retailers “partnering” on discounts

On a recent shopping trip to Jewel, my wife gave the cashier our Jewel Loyalty card to swipe for product discounts and the card died, apparently from old age and overuse. So, we had to re-apply for a new card and found out that they have a new rewards program.

Parkinson’s disease: A journey of hope

Because those with Parkinson’s Disease may have different symptoms, physicians often have great difficulty in positive diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease.

Snow and low temps can’t stop Cyclepaths

Bob Hinkle really, seriously likes to ride a bike. How seriously, you ask?

Case closed on MRIs – next time I’m going open

The Sun Day offers up plenty of tips and advice. There are thousands of friendly neighbors living in Sun City. Now, between a newspaper publication and thousands of neighbors, do you think just one of you could have warned me?

Ask An Angel – Feb. 18, 2013

Q. How can I take care of my looks without appearing overly made-up? I just need a little direction.

A world of marvelous lights and flights – but not a popper in sight

When I was a young boy, I decided that I wanted to be an inventor.

Laughter By Paul – Feb. 14, 2013

There was once a young man who, in his youth, professed his desire to become a great writer.

Have you forgotten to do some important home maintenance?

We all get busy here in Sun City, so it’s appropriate to remind all residents of some preventative maintenance that should be done on a regular basis. Skipping this simple and inexpensive maintenance could result in hundreds of dollars of repairs in the future.

The danger of a low-salt diet

In our last session, I wrote that doctors recommend a maximum of 2,300 mg of sodium daily for healthy people. Often 1,500 mg. or as low as 1,000 mg is prescribed for people with blood pressure problems. Low salt diets are not associated with a reduction in blood pressure for a vast majority of the population.

Sammy’s Italian Vegetable and Sausage Soup

This week’s recipe is one of my own, a very zesty and healthy soup perfect for these cold winter days. This is a soup that, combined with a loaf of Italian bread, becomes a great meal.

Senior pet care, part 2

No two senior dogs are exactly alike and neither is their care. It is always important to work with your vet and canine nutritional consultant to determine what is the best course of action for your aging dog.

Niko’s Lodge delicious from appetizers to dessert

A Sun Day holiday party afforded me the opportunity to review the relatively new Niko’s Lodge in the Algonquin Commons. Twenty fellow columnists and personnel of the Sun Day Newspaper met in a private area of the restaurant to celebrate and enjoy a meal together.

Billie Holiday’s extraordinary voice and story

Neighbor Stan Auster asked that I write about his favorite vocalist, Billie Holiday. Billie, born Eleanora Harris (1915-1959), was an American jazz singer and songwriter who was nicknamed “Lady Day” by her friend Lester Young.

Police team with local specialists to keep seniors safe

When there’s something strange in your neighborhood, email inboxes, or answering machine, Cherie Aschenbrenner wants you to call her.