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Xylitol—A Death Sentence For Dogs
by Barry KuKes Halloween is right around the corner. Many homes will have cupboards and counters with scrumptious and delicious candies of all varieties available for the taking. A sweet treat for kids of all ages, candy is always welcome at my house (even though my waistline disapproves). Still, I ensure that any candy or […]
Continue readingPowers Of Attorney
Every adult should prepare for possible loss of mental capacity, whether by accident, dementia, stroke, or other cause, by signing a durable power of attorney, which is a document that designates an agent to act for the principal. There are different kinds of powers of attorney. It may involve only financial matters, or only health […]
Continue readingScammers Count On Victims To Believe Their Stories: Just DON’T!
Recently, I’ve had the pleasure of visiting senior communities in Volusia County where we’ve talked about different kinds of scams that target people—such as grandparents scams, where impostors call and pretend to be someone you know or love who are in trouble, just to steal your money. Romance scams are where someone you meet online […]
Continue readingWhat Is Your Resolve?
I recently received an e-mail from my friend, Joan. I miss seeing her at church but am so glad she stays in touch. The message regarded taking good care of yourself. First, it reads: Take a 10–30 minute walk every day. While you walk, smile. It is the ultimate antidepressant. I always do one of […]
Continue readingDaytona Beach Symphony Society Announces 72nd Season!
Special to Seniors Today The Daytona Beach Symphony Society will open its 72nd season, Perfectly Orchestrated with a performance by the Mineria Symphony Orchestra Of Mexico on October 29 at 3 p.m. at Peabody Auditorium. Conducted by Carlos Miguel Prieto, the program will feature pianist and composer Gabriela Montero, performing her Piano Concerto No. 1, […]
Continue readingPets Come In Different Shapes & Sizes
by Barry KuKes When I was with the humane society, people visited the campus looking for a new pet daily. Most people narrow down their preferred choice for a pet prior to visiting. Some are looking for that special cat, while others are strictly dog people. There are those looking for a hamster or other […]
Continue readingHere’s An Tip
by JoAnn Derson Store sewing patterns in plastic baggies. It’s hard to get them back into their envelopes, and I find that the baggies store just as well. I keep my pattern from tearing by spraying them with spray starch. I also sharpen needles by stitching through very fine sandpaper. These tips have worked for […]
Continue readingStay Hurricane Prepared
It is so important to prepare for disasters and emergencies that can occur anytime. That’s especially important for us in Florida who may have breathed a sigh of relief when we in Volusia County escaped the brunt of Hurricane Idalia. This monster storm struck the Big Bend area of our state, causing billions of dollars […]
Continue readingWhen A Dog Bites A Dog Sitter?
by Sam Mazzotta Dear Paw’s Corner: I have a sweet little mixed Terrier named Cookie who’s devoted to me. He’s not so devoted to other people, and he barks at strangers and other dogs. Recently, I had to take a business trip and could not bring Cookie with me. I paid a local dog sitter […]
Continue readingNow We Have Dueling Pianos…
When I first learned of ‘dueling pianos’ I was excited to hear them play. After some time, there were “dueling pianists’’ scheduled to play in the Daytona Beach area. My son, Gary, and his wife, Joy, learned of my interest. When they knew the program would be in town at the new arena, they made […]
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