MY SUN DAY NEWS
In the latest issue of My Sunday News, T.R. Kerth’s column “All roads lead to bugtown,” cited recent research on the importance of our “friendly microscopic buddies.” Mr. Kerth accurately and rather imaginatively described bacteria that reside in our body’s cells as “taking over,” making you more “bugs than body.” While that thought might make some readers squeamish, looking at these microscopic bacteria from a medical perspective might prove reassuring. As Cleveland Clinic has reported, “The gut microbiome is a hot topic these days in medical and wellness communities, and it’s easy to see why. These critters seem to have so many tentacles in so many different body systems that it’s possible to imagine they might hold the key to understanding and treating a wide range of intractable diseases.”
In the latest issue of My Sunday News, T.R. Kerth’s column “All roads lead to bugtown,” cited recent research on the importance of our “friendly microscopic buddies.” Mr. Kerth accurately and rather imaginatively described bacteria that reside in our body’s cells as “taking over,” making you more “bugs than body.”
While that thought might make some readers squeamish, looking at these microscopic bacteria from a medical perspective might prove reassuring. As Cleveland Clinic has reported, “The gut microbiome is a hot topic these days in medical and wellness communities, and it’s easy to see why. These critters seem to have so many tentacles in so many different body systems that it’s possible to imagine they might hold the key to understanding and treating a wide range of intractable diseases.”
A change of scenery, as they say, is good for us. Getting out of the house and experiencing new things offers emotional benefits such as reduced stress and physical benefits such as better sleep. It was with great excitement that I discovered Allerton Park and Retreat. Located in Monticello, Illinois, a short three-and-a-half hour drive away, it is the perfect combination of a Georgian Manor house and 14 formal gardens.
For this column, Micah Putman, the Associate Director of Park Operations, has graciously agreed to answer a few questions.
Ahhhh, the circle of life. Restaurants close and new ones sprout up. This simple fact has allowed us to bore you with our reviews for the last 14 years. Nancy needed a piece of jewelry repaired, so we ventured out on Randall Road and lo and behold, what used to be Georgia’s Restaurant has been transformed into Suzaku Field Sushi Restaurant in Algonquin.
What’s sad about this year is that, in the 250th year of this great nation, there isn’t a plethora of films or television specials dedicated to its memory. True, there is a lot of coverage planned for by news outlets on July Fourth. However, very little has been present in the lead up. Larry David and co will have a program on just after the deadline of this article entitled HBO Max’s Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness on June 26. He and many others like Jerry Seinfeld and John Hamm created sketches lampooning various points in our history. As fitting as that is given the current state we are in now, I can’t help but feel like some mode of reverence in the Founding Fathers is deserved.
I’m an older adult who usually enjoys the change of seasons, but I’ll admit, summer has started to feel more like something to get through rather than something to enjoy.
Letters for the week of July 2.
Jan Newman is a neighbor to both human and animal friends. She has been a dedicated member of Sun City and a key player at Animal House Shelter. Newman began with a modest desire to help by walking dogs, but her dedication quickly deepened when she recognized a critical behind-the-scenes need. Her passion for animal welfare began nearly two decades ago. She started volunteering in 2007 at the Colorado Humane Society. “I got hooked,” Newman recalled. “The more you volunteer, the more you want to give of yourself.”
Jan Newman is a neighbor to both human and animal friends. She has been a dedicated member of Sun City and a key player at Animal House Shelter.
Newman began with a modest desire to help by walking dogs, but her dedication quickly deepened when she recognized a critical behind-the-scenes need. Her passion for animal welfare began nearly two decades ago. She started volunteering in 2007 at the Colorado Humane Society.
“I got hooked,” Newman recalled. “The more you volunteer, the more you want to give of yourself.”
I was home sick the other day with a migraine, when I emerged from under my cold cap and darkened room to scavenge for something to eat. Not interested in any type of cooking, I found a slightly freezer-burned box of mini quiches behind the ice trays. I sighed. It would have to do. Thank goodness they at least had bacon in them.
I spent about an hour this morning doing what I do almost every morning for at least half of the year – I ride my bike south along rural Sandwald Road as far as Big Timber Road, jingling my bike bell in happy greeting to the growing fields of corn. I watch the corn spend its entire lifetime from mid-May until late October — from first germination to final harvest — and along the way I reflect upon my own life and the many roads that got me here. For me, it is a kind of church moment to take that bike ride each day.
I spent about an hour this morning doing what I do almost every morning for at least half of the year – I ride my bike south along rural Sandwald Road as far as Big Timber Road, jingling my bike bell in happy greeting to the growing fields of corn.
I watch the corn spend its entire lifetime from mid-May until late October — from first germination to final harvest — and along the way I reflect upon my own life and the many roads that got me here. For me, it is a kind of church moment to take that bike ride each day.
It’s not often I personally address a public comment or argument. In fact, it’s only done when a reader submission disseminates incorrect or inaccurate information about My Sun Day News, as is seen in a letter appearing in this edition that presumes My Sun Day News is only distributed in Sun City. This presumption is in regards to the debate on whether or not My Sun Day News should publish Political Place letters.
With more than 50 years of experience in wellness, kinesiology, and injury recovery, Steve Ferry, known to many as “MedicineMan2,” is sharing his deep knowledge and caring approach in a new book to help seniors stay active. In Chair Yoga For Seniors: A Safe and Effective Guide to Manage Joint Stiffness, Mobility Issues, and Regain Muscle Tone, Ferry provides a clear guide to aging with energy. “I cover everything from breathing techniques and foundational poses to focused exercises for joint health, balance, and muscle tone. Each chapter is designed to help you move with confidence and purpose,” he said.
With more than 50 years of experience in wellness, kinesiology, and injury recovery, Steve Ferry, known to many as “MedicineMan2,” is sharing his deep knowledge and caring approach in a new book to help seniors stay active. In Chair Yoga For Seniors: A Safe and Effective Guide to Manage Joint Stiffness, Mobility Issues, and Regain Muscle Tone, Ferry provides a clear guide to aging with energy.
“I cover everything from breathing techniques and foundational poses to focused exercises for joint health, balance, and muscle tone. Each chapter is designed to help you move with confidence and purpose,” he said.
Sun City Huntley residents have access to quality healthcare through the Northwestern Medicine Wellness Center. This facility, right in the community, offers premier medical expertise and is a trusted asset for residents’ well-being. Upon arrival, residents are welcomed by a cohesive medical team ready to address everything from preventive wellness to acute concerns. The Wellness Center’s daily team includes: Elena Makris, patient services representative; Lori Marcantonio, RN, clinical support; Gennesia Crowley, expert in phlebotomy; and Matilda Lutaj, nurse practitioner, overseeing primary treatments.
People trying to mail letters at Meadow View Lodge have noticed that the familiar blue USPS drop box is gone. It has been missing for several months, and residents like Donna Bodzin are asking what happened.
Nancy is crazy for coupons. Everybody knows that if you buy something you don’t need but you have a coupon for it, you’re saving money. She has saved us so much money over the years, we should be filthy rich! Nancy found in our mailbox the weekly sales flyers and in it was an envelope which contained a coupon for a local restaurant. We did hear good things about it, so we couldn’t afford not to go. We grabbed our coupon and with dollar signs in our eyeballs, we hurried off to The Annex Restaurant and Lounge in Lake in the Hills.
As soon as the ground thawed this spring, I excitedly ran outside and set three metal chickens within a flower bed. After taking great care with the placement and the spacing, I took a few steps back and smiled. These three chickens, set in front of an old chicken house, bring me a tremendous amount of joy.
I’m hoping you can help me think through a difficult situation that keeps popping up with my mom. My dad passed away nearly five years ago, and since then, my mom has been living alone. For a while, my wife would bring our kids over during the week to visit for a few hours. Now that our kids are older, they’re in school and involved in sports, so our visits have naturally slowed down.
I’m hoping you can help me think through a difficult situation that keeps popping up with my mom.
My dad passed away nearly five years ago, and since then, my mom has been living alone. For a while, my wife would bring our kids over during the week to visit for a few hours. Now that our kids are older, they’re in school and involved in sports, so our visits have naturally slowed down.
As we are about to head into some oppressive summer weather, some levity is in order. My wish was that I wanted to review Scary Movie 6 and another film. However, with scheduling, this isn’t going to come to pass here. Maybe next time. Columnists have been editorializing on the bummer summer we are getting. All the songs are about heartbreak and wistful longing. Beloved shows are making their exit. A farewell in late night has rocked the public. And in that view, one really big film event needed to be addressed.
Letters of kindness found in the Sun City Community.
Letters for the week of June 18.
Every great rock and roll story starts with a simple spark, and for bass guitarist John Dwyer, that spark was a deep-seated passion to play. His creative drive ultimately led to the formation of The Del Fossils, a high-energy rock and roll band comprised entirely of local talent. Dwyer proudly notes that all band members are Sun City residents, highlighting the tight-knit, community-based nature of the group.
Lately, granny squares have been popping up in unexpected places. Remember granny squares? I watched my mother work her crochet hook like a magic wand when I was a little kid in the 70s. The sight of her yarn morphing into squares, which were then stitched together to become handbags and blankets is a core memory for me. So is the click-click of her knitting needles. As well as the whir of her sewing machine. As I grew into a teen, I rejected all these things, because I was determined to be more contemporary, not wanting to continue these “old lady” hobbies.
Lately, granny squares have been popping up in unexpected places.
Remember granny squares? I watched my mother work her crochet hook like a magic wand when I was a little kid in the 70s. The sight of her yarn morphing into squares, which were then stitched together to become handbags and blankets is a core memory for me. So is the click-click of her knitting needles. As well as the whir of her sewing machine. As I grew into a teen, I rejected all these things, because I was determined to be more contemporary, not wanting to continue these “old lady” hobbies.
A remarkable partnership is flourishing in the Huntley community, bringing together the rich life experiences of Sun City residents and the energy of local youth. What began as a strategic goal by the Sun City Board of Directors to deepen ties with Huntley High School (HHS) has grown into a successful collaboration involving students, teachers, volunteers, and residents throughout the district.
Let’s talk about bugs, shall we? Well, technically it’s not actually bugs I want to talk about—it’s bacteria. But if I started by saying that, you might have stopped reading by now. But wait! It’s not the bad bacteria bugs I want to talk about. It’s the good ones. And yes, there are plenty of good ones to talk about.
Let’s talk about bugs, shall we?
Well, technically it’s not actually bugs I want to talk about—it’s bacteria. But if I started by saying that, you might have stopped reading by now.
But wait! It’s not the bad bacteria bugs I want to talk about. It’s the good ones. And yes, there are plenty of good ones to talk about.
Last month’s Health News Report summarized recent research on how the human body responds to the daily cycle of light and dark through a master clock nestled near the optic nerve. This clock responds to that circadian rhythm sending hormonal signals to all regions in the body throughout the day. Without your awareness the master clock sends out melatonin to promote sleep and decreases that hormone to wake you up each morning. But that circadian rhythm does not stop with just awake/sleep influence.
After a break for Memorial Day, its back to three days a week of softball fun for Sun City Softball Club players, fans and umpires, at Veterans Memorial Field. Fortunately for the increasing crowds, light jackets have replaced the blankets.
I’m a grandmother in my 60s, and I find myself in a situation I’m both excited about and quietly worried over.
It’s that time of year again, when a trip to our ophthalmologist is necessary. My arms weren’t long enough for me to read a book. Jim’s eyes are so bad (How bad are they?), when he went to take Rosie for a walk, he put her harness on backwards and couldn’t figure out why she only had one eye! After our examinations, we hurried off to get our new frames and lenses. Sparing no expense, we went to Sam’s Club. All of this activity worked up quite an appetite so we decided to stop at a nearby restaurant called Around the Clock Restaurant and Bakery in Crystal Lake.
The Star Wars Universe under Disney has taken quite a beating over the last few years for its lack of interesting storylines and uninspired character choices. Largely, the property has lived on in the era of streaming. Shows like Andor and The Clone Wars were there to feed long-term fans with content from a galaxy far far away. However, the loss of a big screen feature not since 2019’s The Rise of Skywalker is telling.
Perennial flowers are a mainstay of most landscape settings. They add color, extend the bloom times, and can be low maintenance. Perennial flowers also improve the quality of the soil and act as food sources for pollinators and insects. The availability, selection and reliability of perennial flowers is the direct result of several very high-quality growers in our area.
