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Hurray for the red, white, and blue! This is the perfect week for Tidbits to examine these three colors and their meanings and usage. • The red of theAmerican flag is symbolic

ofvalorandbravery,whilewhite signifiespurity and innocence. Blue represents vigilance, perseverance, and justice.

• Canada’scurrentmapleleafflagofredandwhite has only been the country’s officialflagsince1965whenitwasproclaimedsobyQueenElizabethII.Priortothat,Canadahad used the Canadian Red Ensign since1870.RedandwhitearetheofficialcolorsofCanada, declared byKingGeorgeV in1921.

•Redis thecolorofbloodandfireandoftensymbolizes love, passion, and romance, as well as strength, courage, and leadership. It’s associated with anger, danger, andmalice as well.

•Therearehundredsofvarietiesofredwinegrapes, each offering a different flavor tothe beverage. The region of Bordeaux, France, is the original home of many familiar red grapes, including the cabernet sauvignon, which contributes a flavor ofblack currant, and the merlot, which offers a hint of chocolate or fruitcake. Bordeaux is the world’s major wine capital, whereBordeaux wine has been produced since the 8th century.

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associated with innocence, purity, perfection, and honesty is white. Although royal brides havewornwhiteforcenturies,itdidn’tbecomethe color of wedding gowns for the commoner until the19th century. Prior to that, brides just woretheirSundaybest.InChina,itissymbolicof death and mourning, and people wear white to funerals.

• Brides inChinausuallywear red,because it’sthecolorofhappinessandfortune.TheChinesebride walks down a red carpet to meet her groom, who lifts her red veil. When the couple has children, friends and family give them red eggs. During Chinese New Year, homes aredecorated with red, red clothing is worn, and unmarried children are given red envelopes filled with “luck money.” Those who followfeng shui, the art of balancing the energies of a space to promote health and good fortune, say thatpaintingyourhome’sfrontdoorredinvitesprosperity.

• The ChicagoWhite Sox began as theWhiteStockingsin1900.Theirnewhome,ComiskeyPark, opened in 1910 on the former site of acity dump and remained the team’s ballparkfor the next 80 years. The first-everAll-Stargamewasplayedtherein1933.Atthetimeofits demolition in 1991, Comiskey wasMajorLeague Baseball’s oldest park still in use.Famous White Sox players include Goose Gossage,TomSeaver,andSteveCarlton.

•Combineallthepossibletonesofallthedifferentfrequencies that a human can hear and you have what is called white noise. It takes its name from the way that white light works. White light is made up of all the color frequencies of light combined. It’swhat the human eye seeswhen it looks at light that contains all of the wavelengthsofcolor’svisiblespectrum.

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--Drink more water than usual, and don’t wait until you’re actually thirsty before having a drink. By then you’re actually overdue for water. Call your doctor’s nurse to ask how much water you should be drinking, and make a chart to be sure you get as much as you should.

--Don’t cook with the stove or oven. It makes the house hotter.

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--Cool down with cool showers or baths.

--Avoid alcohol or drinks with lots of sugar.

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in your area, such as in schools. Or call the health department and ask if there are air-conditioned shelters near you. Libraries, movies and malls are good places to go during the heat of the day.

--Keep an eye on friends and family, and ask that they do the same for you.

--While fans are helpful at lower temperatures, they won’t help in extremely hot weather, and only blow the hot air around.

--Watch for heat-related symptoms, such as nausea or vomiting, headaches or muscle cramps. Look for heavy sweating, clammy skin, weakness or fainting, which is heat exhaustion. Those are medical emergencies.

For more information, go online to www.cdc.gov/extremeheat/seniors.html and www.cdc.gov/extremeheat/warning.html.

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term has its origins in Southeast Asia in ancient times. Tradition states that the mother of Buddha dreamed of a white elephant presenting her withalotusflowerontheeveofherson’sbirth.The white elephant was considered sacred, and a monarch who possessed one reigned with justice and power. However, because the animal was sacred, it could not be put to any practical use, although it cost a considerable sum to maintain. It became burdensome to keep, but the owner could not dispose of it.

•Lookingatthecolorbluecanpromoterestandcause the body to produce calming chemicals that release feelings of tranquility. Experts in feng shui tell us that blue is the perfect choice for the bathroom because of its tranquil and healing properties. Some cultures believe that bluekeepsbadspiritsaway.InIranit’sthecolorof mourning. To those of the Jewish faith, blue isthecolorofholiness.InChina,itrepresentsimmortality.

•Therearemorethan700speciesofthefloweringplant indigofera. Although we think of indigo as a dye used to color our denim jeans blue, other varieties are effective as anti-inflammatoriesto relieve the pain of bug stings, snake bites, swelling, and ulcers. Colonial planters in themid-18th century began exporting the plants, but indigo had been a major source of capital forIndiasincearound300B.C.

• The word “blue” has found its way into ourlanguage in several different arenas. Stocks that are solid and stable are called blue-chipstocksandafirst-placewinner isawarded theblue ribbon. Laws designed to restrict immoral behavior are referred to as blue laws and a bluenose is an overly puritanical person. A member of the working class is called a blue collar worker, while the classic politician is often called a blue suit.

•Foundedin1987,theBlueManGroupachievestheir unique look with blue grease paint over latex bald caps. The members create music with a number of unique instruments fashioned fromordinaryitemssuchasPVCpipe,flexiblefiberglass rods, ball bearings, and surgicaltubing. The group is also well-known for itstwo-story drum wall with seven percussionstations. The musicians never speak, sing, or make any vocal sounds on stage, and do not speak to audience members after the show, signing autographs with a smudge of blue paint.

• Surveys reveal that those who drive red cars have dynamic personalities, are high-energy,speedy, and sexier.

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Q: I recently moved into my first house and am eagerly starting a garden along with a compost pile. A few friends said I’d be better off just prepping the soil for now and waiting to start the compost until fall. But I want to start as soon as possible. What do you think? -- Sarah in Upstate New York

A: The great thing about having your own house is you can do pretty much whatever you like with your garden, compost pile, yard and so on -- as long as it doesn’t violate local ordinances. If you want to plant a garden now, choose plants that will produce vegetables or flowers within 90 days so that you’ll have something to harvest before the first frost. If you want to start a compost pile in midsummer, go for it.

Honestly, when to start a compost pile isn’t absolutely cut and dried. Starting in fall is recommended so that a good amount of compost is ready by the next planting season. Letting the compost work over the winter can reduce unpleasant odors wafting off the pile.

However, a well-constructed and well-maintained compost pile shouldn’t give off much odor. Balancing out the pile’s ingredients and turning it regularly keeps the composting action going. It takes about three months to get a significant amount of spreadable compost. So, if you want to start composting now, keep in mind that you likely won’t be able to use your own compost until next spring. On the plus side, you’ll have a good amount to work with.

It sounds like you’ve already staked out your garden and composting areas. But for the benefit of my readers, it’s advisable to locate your compost pile at least 20 feet away from the house to prevent pests that burrow into the pile from burrowing into your house.

HOME TIP: Many municipal landfills offer sifted compost to residents at little or no cost. Check with your city or town’s waste management department to see if they have this program available.

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relinquishes the power of the office, it’sknown as abdication. One of the most famous abdicationsisthatoftheUnitedKingdom’sKingEdwardVIII.EdwardwasKingforjust326days in1936andbecame thefirstBritto surrender his position voluntarily. Shortly afterbecomingKing,heproposedmarriageto an American socialite who was in the process of divorcing her second husband. Being advised that the British people would never accept an American with two ex-husbands as queen, he gave up the throne and married Wallis Simpson seven months later. He was succeeded by his brother, George VI, who was succeeded by his own daughter, Queen Elizabeth II.

•TherearefourmajorbloodgroupsintheABOblood group. Blood type is determined by the presence or absence of antigens. Group A has the A antigen on red blood cells, while Group B has the B antigen on red cells. Group AB has both antigens, and Group O has neither. Those in Group O can donate red blood cells to anyone and are the universal blood donors. Group A can donate to those in A and AB, while those with Type B can donate to B’s andAB’s. Those with TypeABbloodcanonlydonatetootherAB’s,butthey can receive blood from all others. Type O positive is the most common blood type.

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Cruet SetQ: I have a condiment cruet set that includes containers for mustard, salt, pepper, vinegar and oil. It is just over 7 inches high and is in the Blue Willow pattern. The only mark is “Japan.” I love the set and use it every day, but have always been curious if it has much value. -- Laura, Ramona, Calif.

A: Your cruet set is worth in the $175 to $200 range, according to Mary Frank Gaston, a collector and expert. She is the author of “Blue Willow: An Identification and Price Guide” published by Collector Books.

***Q: I have a copy of Time magazine dated March 3, 1923, which is Vol. 1, No. 1, the premiere issue. It is in fairly good condition, and I need to determine if it is a reprint or an original. -- John, Sun City West, Ariz.

A: Time was founded by Henry Luce and Briton Hadden. Their aim was to produce a publication that featured short, concise summaries of events. The magazine, even from the beginning, was extremely popular. To determine if you have an original issue, I suggest you show it to some of the established used and rare book dealers in your area. This first issued

has been reprinted several times, so an expert’s opinion is certainly necessary. According to several collectors I contacted, if it is authentic and in good to very good condition, it would retail for about $150. The first issue of Life Magazine, published Nov. 23, 1936, generally sells in the $75 to $150 range.

***Q: After my father passed away, I came across several old stocks and bonds dating back to 1918-1929. Some of them are from the National Diversified Corporation, Buffalo Oil and Gas, Texlovana Producing Refining and Hannibal Rubber Company. How do I go about finding out if any of these are still valid stocks? I tried looking them up, and I couldn’t find out anything that was helpful. -- Susan, Alton, Ill.

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2. Remove drumsticks from bag; discard bag with mari-nade. Place drumsticks on grill over medium heat and cook 15 minutes, turning over once. Cook drumsticks 10 to 15 minutes longer, or until drumsticks are golden and juices run clear when thickest part is pierced with tip of knife, brushing twice with reserved pineapple mix-ture and turning occasionally. Serves 4.

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• It was French Enlightenment writer Voltaire who made the following sage observation: “Faith consists in believ-ing when it is beyond the power of reason to believe.”

• If Niagara Falls emptied into the Grand Canyon, the giant chasm would be filled within 6 months.

• Next time you’re rolling the dice, pick up a die and take a closer look. The opposite sides of each gaming cube always add up to 7.

• You might think of Uncle Sam as a fictional character, but he’s actually based in fact. The original Uncle Sam was one Samuel Wilson, born in Massachusetts in 1766. When he was 14 years old, he joined the army to fight in the American Revolution. Once the war was over, he moved to Troy, N.Y., started working in the meat-packing industry, and became known locally as “Uncle Sam” due to his jovial manner and ethical business practices. During the War of 1812, Sam won a contract to provide meat to troops stationed nearby. To keep track of which crates of meat were destined for the troops, he stamped “U.S.” on them, even though that abbreviation for Unit-ed States was not yet in common use. When his packing plant was inspected in October of 1812, a government inspector asked a nearby worker what “U.S.” stood for. Unsure of the abbreviation himself, the worker replied that it must stand for the name of the owner, Uncle Sam. Though the answer was in error, it took hold, and soldiers soon began calling military rations “bounty of Uncle Sam.”

• If you remember the early-1960s TV series “Route 66,” you might be surprised to learn that the show was actually shot in Florida and Oregon, nowhere near the fabled highway.

***Thought for the Day: “Moral indignation is jealousy with a halo.” -- H.G. Wells

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Q: Help! I love my cat “Buttercup,” but he has long hair and tends to shed. My furniture and carpets are covered with cat hair, and it’s very hard to clean up. Do you have any tips to reduce the shedding? -- Gail F., Indianapolis

A: Pet hair is one of the biggest little problems a pet owner can have. For some it’s more than a nuisance, as the dander that cats and dogs shed can aggravate allergies.

If your pet is shedding more than usual, take it to the vet for a checkup to rule out any illness. However, it’s not unusual for many pets to shed constantly, and you have to tackle the issue daily. Here are a few tips to reduce cleanup, courtesy of Bissell:

• Pick up hard-to-reach hair from furniture by putting on a pair of rubber gloves,

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wetting them under the tap, then running the damp gloves over the furniture.• Put mats in entryways and over areas of the carpet where your pet spends its time.• Brush your pet daily to reduce the amount of hair that is shed elsewhere in the house.• Vacuum carpets and furniture daily, or as often as possible, to reduce fur and dander.

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sauerkraut?

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• Have you found something to be enigmatic,esoteric, or recondite? These are all unusual words that are synonymous with the word “abstruse,” which simply means “difficult tounderstand.”Inotherwords,“It’sGreektome!”

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DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I’m in my 60s and never had a major illness. I take no medicines. During the past three months, I have been wakened from sleep with a dull pain in the center of my chest. My husband told me to take Mylanta. I did, and got instant relief. What do you think of this pain? -- V.P.

ANSWER: Pain that wakens a person from sleep must be taken seriously and ought to be reported to the family doctor.

However, the response you got from taking Mylanta (an antacid) makes me think of GERD -- gastroesophageal reflux disease, more commonly known as heartburn. Stomach acid and digestive juices spurt into the esophagus, a structure not equipped to deal with them like the stomach can. If this nighttime pain of yours keeps coming back, put 6-inch blocks under the bedposts at the head of your bed to keep stomach juices in the stomach when you lie down.My first statement about nighttime pain has to be observed. You need to see the family doctor to be certain this is heartburn and not one of the many other serious possibilities.

The booklet on coronary artery disease, another cause of chest pain, details its signs and symptoms. To obtain a copy, write: Dr. Donohue -- No. 101, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Can. with the recipient’s printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery.

***DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I had two cousins, sisters who died of pancreatic cancer less than a year apart. One was two years older than the other. They grew up and lived in the same Midwestern town. I am concerned about their other sister. Could the disease run in the family? Their mother died of cancer at the age of 40, but we don’t know what type of cancer. -- Anon.

ANSWER: Two sisters dying of pancreatic cancer makes you sit up and take notice. If a brother, sister or parent had pancreatic cancer, the risk of another

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family member coming down with it increases by 18 times the risk for a person without such a family history.

Pancreatic cancer most often appears between the ages of 65 and 84. Aging, smoking and chronic inflammation of the gland are other factors involved in its genesis.

***DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I am a very active 45-year-old female dance teacher with a surprising white blood count of 2,500. My weight and diet are excellent. I stay away from sugar. I do not feel sick. What can I take to raise my white blood count? -- S.

ANSWER: You’re the second person in the past three weeks who is concerned about a low white

blood count. The normal count is 4,500 to 10,000. The chief role of white blood cells is to battle attacking viruses and bacteria.

You have no symptoms from your lower-than-normal count. Your body defenses are in fine shape. Your count might be normal for you. It bears watching. Nothing you take can raise the count. In your case, it doesn’t need to be raised.

***Dr. Donohue regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but he will incorporate them in his column whenever possible. Readers may write him or request an order form of available health newsletters at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475.

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Yes, I was out of shape and looked it. I wasn’t exactly a poster child for the anti-aging healthcenter that my husband, a vascular surgeon, and I operate in Bradenton.

It’s not like I didn’t know about the importance of staying fit. I’m a registered nurse.I know that after age 30, we lose 8 to 10 pounds of muscle a decade. For people over50 like me, it gets worse. The less fit we are, the more susceptible we are to a wholerange of ills, from bone thinning, hip fractures and diabetes, to cholesterol and bloodpressure problems.

It’s also not like I didn’t have good intentions. I mean, I had a gym membership. Buthere’s the thing: a gym membership really only works if you actually USE it. I never did.

And frankly, who has the time or the interest? Not me. I was busy. I was tired.

All that changed on October 11, 2005. That was the day I tried a medically-proven form of fitness training that takes just 20 minutes a week and changed the way I look at exer-cise forever.

You read that right: 20 minutes a week. It’s done on special physical therapy equipmentunder the watchful eye of a personal trainer.

Like many people, I didn’t believe it at first. Then I met Virginia Phillips, who operates 20 Minutes to Fitness, the company that brought this form of fitness training to the

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So I tried it. (The first session was free, so what did I have to lose?) Long story short – I was hooked.

The results? Forget about the health benefits, which are certainly there. I can hit a golf ballfurther. My knees don’t creak. I feel great. I’ve dropped two dress sizes. (Yes, I wasn’t ALWAYSa size 4.) And how about this: I’ve got actual muscle definition in my arms. Yes, I can gosleeveless!

Here’s the best part – this workout is so safe I can keep doing it for pretty much the restof my life. And that’s what I intend to do. It’s the smartest money I’ve ever spent.

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I mean it. Just look at what 20 Minutes to Fitness has done for me.

At this stage in my life, I never thought I would be putting my picture in a magazinearticle like this. In fact, the last thing I've wanted in recent years is for anyone - myselfincluded - to give my body a second look.

The reason is simple. I was out of shape. I had floppy arms. I did not want to be seenwith floppy arms.

Believe me: I knew what it was like to be in shape. Ten years ago, I was a member ofthe USTA tennis team. I played tennis five days a week. I looked really good.

But things happen. I turned 40. My husband and I had a baby.

The baby was beautiful. My body? Not so much. But how does a new mother find timeto go to the gym? Even when there's one right around the corner? Heck, I couldn'teven find time to work out on the equipment we had in our home! I let myself go.

So there I was: unhappy with my body (especially my arms), with little energy and evenless time. I knew I had to do something. But my baby needed me. At least that was mystory. And I was sticking to it.

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She raved about a place called 20 Minutes to Fitness, its medically-based fitness protocol,specialized physical therapy equipment, and the personal coach who changed her life.

No way, I told Randy. It went against everything I have ever read, heard and believed about fitness. Long story short: I am fickle. I tried it. After all, the first session was free.

That was six months ago. Now my friends ask me if I've had Botox. Not only are my musclestoned, my skin looks healthier. I have more energy. My clothes fit better.

I'm proud of myself - not only because of the way I look and feel - but because I took charge of my life and my health. I mean... Look At Me!

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