I don’t generally write about sex, politics or religion since my wife says I don’t know enough about any of these subjects to be effective. I do however write about
life in America often recalling things from my past, present and sometimes look into my future.
I have always been unique or as my friends would say; he’s a bit “different”. I don’t often follow the crowd, I say what is on my mind and I like to think “outside the proverbial box”; this is where the problems start. In today’s society, people are expected to think alike or you may be considered a trouble maker, labeled many things; as an example.
I was born white into a two parent family which now makes me “Privileged”, like it or not.
I am a fiscal and moral conservative who earned his own way and I plan, budget and always held a job; this makes me a fascist.
I went to college and earned a 2 year degree, started a business from the ground up, so now I am “Advantaged”.
I am a heterosexual so that must make me a homophobe even though I never discriminated against gays nor do I care if you’re gay.
I could go on and list another dozen things I aspire to but that would get me labeled; boring!
This country we live in rose to greatness because of free thinkers and people who dared to try something different not following the status quo. Untold numbers
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of immigrants came here to build a better life bringing along ideas that made them wealthy and contributed to our greatness as a nation of individuals.
We went to the moon because we believed we could, not because it was easy. We defeated the Nazis and Japan in WWII because we developed weapons previously unheard of. Instead of plundering their resources we helped them rebuild into word class economies that compete with us on a daily basis.
The same people who claim our President is destroying our country are actually destroying our country by rioting, burning and looting and demanding that we “respect” them for their criminal acts…go figure!
Looking into my future; do I see a country headed for another civil war or do I see a country that will continue on the path of greatness in spite of those who would like to destroy her from within? One thing for certain; we will never be the same as we were just 6 months ago. Is it true that what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger?
I know two things for certain; if you keep doing the same thing over and over and expect different results; you are not the brightest bulb on the tree. If you fear for your countries future, you must vote or keep silent, you had your opportunity and you blew it!
A survivor of a Nazi concentration camp said this; When they came for the Jews, I was not concerned, when they came for the religious, I was not concerned, when they came and burned our books, I was not concerned; Then they came for me and it was too late to voice my concerns.
Few summertime holidays elicit as much excitement as the Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day in the United States. Each year, family, friends and revelers anticipate the arrival of the holiday so they can host barbecues, enjoy the sun, listen to their favorite summer-time tunes, and commemorate the free-doms afforded by the monumental events that led to the holiday’s establishment.
Independence Day became a federal holiday in 1941, but July 4th has stood as the birth of American independence for much longer. July 4th marks a pivotal moment in the American Revolution. Ac-cording to PBS, the colonies were forced to pay taxes to England’s King George III despite having no representation in the British Parliament. “Taxation without rep-resentation” became a battle cry and was one of several grievances colonists had with Great Britain.
Conflict between the colonies had been going on for at least a year before the colonies convened a Continental Congress in Philadelphia in June of 1776, says Military.com. On July 2, 1776, the Continental Congress voted in favor of independence from England. Two days later, on July 4, 1776, delegates from the 13 colonies adopted the Declaration of Independence.
The Declaration of Independence is an historic document drafted by Thomas
Jefferson. Jefferson was considered the strongest and most eloquent writer of the declaration writing committee charged with putting the colonies’ sentiments into words. Richard Henry Lee of Virginia was one of the first people to present a resolu-tion for American independence, and his commentary was the impetus for the for-mal Declaration of Independence. A total of 86 changes were made to Jefferson’s original draft until the final version was adopted. The signing of the document helped to solidify independence, and eventually lead to the formation of the United States of America.
A total of 56 delegates signed the document. Although John Hancock’s sig-nature is the largest, it did not hold more weight than the other signatures. Rather, rumor has it, Hancock signed it so large so that the “fat, old King could read it without his spectacles.” However, the Na-tional Archives says it was also customary that, since Hancock was the president of the Continental Congress, he be the first person to sign the document centered below the text.
The Pennsylvania Evening Post was the first newspaper to print the Declara-tion of Independence on July 6, 1776. The first public readings of the Declaration were held in Philadelphia’s Independence Square on July 8, 1776.
Enter to win a $50 gift card when you camp in Geauga Park District
C a m p i n g is full of rewards of its own: fresh air, Nature’s sights and sounds, the calming influence of a
campfire, and priceless time with family — or just yourself and the Great Outdoors. Within Geauga Park District, four parks offer clean, safe and scenic primitive and lean-to camping opportunities that offer something for everyone to enjoy.
Now, Geauga Park District’s Camper of the Week Contest will also reward one lucky camper or camping family each week with a $50 gift card courtesy of Geauga Cares4U.
Wednesday, June 24, is the contest kick-off, and entries will be accepted weekly through the following Tuesday all summer long, concluding with the final week beginning Wednesday, September 2.
Not sure where to camp? Learn more about camping in your parks, and make your reservation, at www.geaugaparkdistrict.org under Activities, then Camping. (Please note that campsites must be reserved online at least seven days prior to the reservation or by phone before 4 p.m. the day of the reservation, as walk-up/first-come-first-served camping is no longer permitted.)
To enter the contest, just send a picture of yourself and/or your family, posing with your campsite, to [email protected] with name, age, hometown, date, campsite location in the email body and "Camper of the Week Contest" in the email subject line. Contest Rules: To qualify to win, campers or camping families must reside in Geauga County, and entry photos must have been taken at a Geauga Park District campsite. Campers may enter weekly for a chance to win, but win only once. Winners will be chosen by Geauga Park District Executive Director John Oros. Winning photos and names may also appear on our social media or publicity materials.
“Geauga Park District has a lot to offer in 32 primitive campsites at four parks,” Oros said. “Big Creek Park, Chickagami Park, Headwaters Park and The West Woods all
offer different experiences, and I can’t think of a better way to experience the sights and sounds of Nature, and everything else these parks have to offer, than by staying overnight with your family. Enjoy!”
Please remember be courteous to others while camping and practice safe social distancing — and good luck!
For more on Geauga Park District offerings, please call 440-286-9516 or visit Geauga Park District online via www.geaugaparkdistrict.org, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or YouTube.
BORROW A BOATGeauga residents can get out onto the
water for free at Headwaters Park Wishing to take a Geauga Park District-
owned boat onto the waters of East Branch Reservoir for a self-guided adventure? You’re in luck: we’re excited to loan you one!
Kayaks and canoes can now be borrowed again, first come, first served, for up to two hours at a time from Headwaters Park’s Boathouse – completely free for Geauga County residents (ID required).
Hours through mid-August are Fridays from 1 p.m. till the last boats go out at 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. till the last boats go out at 4 p.m.
For everything else you need to know, including safety rules, out-of-county pricing, waivers, security deposit information and more, please visit www.geaugaparkdistrict.org/park/headwaters-park. This is also the online location where you can find operating procedures in place to continue limiting the spread of COVID-19. We also encourage you to check them out before you head out to the park. Thank you!
For more on Geauga Park District offerings, please call 440-286-9516 or visit Geauga Park District online via www.geaugaparkdistrict.org, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or YouTube.
FISH STOCKINGTake fish from 11 parks countywide,
including three freshly stocked ponds or lakes
Geauga Park District is excited to announce the stocking of three waterways at the following three county parks this spring:
Walter C. Best Preserve: 250: 12"+ Yellow PerchAffelder Pond (The West Woods): 50 10-12” Largemouth Bass & 100 6-8”
Real-time stocking notifications are always posted on the Park District’s Facebook and Twitter accounts.
Families are welcome to catch and take fish from waterways in eleven Park District parks as long as they have a current Ohio fishing license in accordance with state regulations.
“Geauga Park District stocks fish to provide recreational opportunities and to ensure a healthy population of fish for the public to enjoy,” explained Land Steward Jen Weitzel-Safick.
“Good luck catching a few this year,” added Park Biologist Paul Pira, “and enjoy the beautiful scenery in your parks.”
Location tips, inhabiting species and upcoming fishing programs can be found at the new www.geaugaparkdistrict.org under Activities, then Fishing, which also includes a link to Geauga Park District’s new Facebook group dedicated to sharing updates about fishing throughout the scenic Geauga parks.
To aide our fisheries management in years to come, please email any questions/comments and pictures of fish caught in Geauga Park District (with location and size of fish) to [email protected] and [email protected]. Thank you!
For more on Geauga Park District offerings, please call 440-286-9516 or visit Geauga Park District online via www.geaugaparkdistrict.org, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or YouTube.
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Attention Hambden
Township SeniorsHambden Township has rescheduled
their Senior Trash Pick-up Day. The Hambden Township trustees are joining forces with the Geauga County Department on Aging for the 2020 Hambden Senior Trash Pick-Up Days.
New dates are September 22, 23 and 24.
Please have items outside home or garage Monday, Sept. 21, the evening before the pick-up.
Sign up is easy. Here’s how:First, register and complete the
trash pick-up intake with the Geauga County Department on Aging at 440-279-2130 by Sept. 15, or earlier. Please note, to receive trash pick-up assistance, you must be 60 years of age or older and live in Hambden Township. What Hambden Township will take: unbroken batteries, appliances (washers, dryers, stoves, refrigerators, freezers, dishwashers, propane tanks, old furniture, mattresses and other unwanted items). Small items must be bagged, boxed, or bundled – no LOOSE materials will be collected. Lumber must be bundled and tied in lengths less than 6 feet, and metal pipes shall be no longer than six feet. Please note the following guidelines: To prevent possible bed bug transferal (or other pest), all mattresses, couches and upholstered furniture MUST be wrapped in plastic and taped securely or they will not be taken. What Hambden Township won’t take: televisions, computer monitors, or other small appliances with electrical components, unused medications, hazardous chemicals, oil, paints and solvents, pesticides, yard waste, garbage, construction or debris. Residents are reminded that newspapers, magazines and cardboard are recyclable. Separate them out for recycling at a later date. Residents are also asked not to bring items that can easily be disposed of in the resident’s weekly curbside pickup.
The Hambden Township Road Crew and the Department on Aging cannot enter homes. All refuse items must be outside by garages, out buildings or in the driveway. Please DO NOT leave items by curbside. Limit to ten household items per home please.
For more information on the pick-up and to register for the pick-up, call the Department on Aging weekdays 8a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 440-279-2130.
Adorable OllieMeet Ollie, a 6 month old kitten with a
larger than life personality. I got a call about a kitten out in
Northfield that had been abandoned and was desperately trying to get into someone’s home and out of the rain.
It broke my heart, and even though I’m beyond full I have no regrets helping Ollie. Ollie is all white with some exquisite gray markings. He is super outgoing and friendly. Ollie has a bit of a cold that I am treating him for but will soon be scheduled to be neutered. To meet Ollie, please contact Kathy Deptola Animal Rescue 440 862 0610
Savvy SeniorRV Travel Tips in the Summer of COVIDDear Savvy Senior,Can you write a column on RV travel for novices? My husband and I have been cooped up all spring and summer because of the coronavirus and would like to take a trip using a rented RV but could use some tips and want to be safe.Recently Retired Dear Recently,Recreational-vehicle (or RV) travel has become a very popular option among U.S. retirees over the past few decades and is probably one of the safest and most convenient ways to get away this summer. Because it’s a small home on wheels, RV travel will allow you to distance yourself from crowds of people and reduce your risk of COVID exposure that comes with other forms of travel, i.e. air/train travel, hotel/Airbnb lodging and eating in restaurants. But there are still risks – especially in public places like gas stations, shared restrooms and picnic areas – so exercise caution. If you’ve never traveled by motor home or RV, here are a few tips to consider. Renting an RVTo help you determine the RV size and model you need for your trip, consider your budget, destination and the number of travelers. If it’s just you and your husband, and you’re visiting several locations and driving lots of miles you may want a smaller motor home with better fuel economy. But if you’re taking other family members or friends, you may want a larger RV with slide outs and more sleeping areas. See GoRVing.com for a breakdown of all the different types of RVs available today. To locate an RV rental dealer near you visit CruiseAmerica.com, one of the largest RV rental companies in the world or search the Recreation Vehicle Rental Association at RVRA.org. Or use peer-to-peer RV rental sites like RVshare.com or Outdoorsy.com, which are usually a little cheaper. Rental costs will vary greatly depending on what you choose and how far you drive, ranging anywhere from $50 up to $500 per day. When renting a rig, be sure you get detailed instructions from the owner or rental company on how to use the RV’s systems, including the generator, air-conditioning, leveling, slide outs, electric and entertainment, as well as how to empty waste tanks and refill fresh water. You should also know that because of COVID-19, most RV rental companies are vigilant about cleaning and disinfecting their units. But if you want to be extra safe, the CDC offers tips at CDC.gov/COVID19 – type “Cleaning and Disinfecting Your Home” in the search bar. Trip Planning TipsIt’s always wise to map out your trip route and reserve your campgrounds in advance, especially now during the pandemic, because some campgrounds and RV parks, as well as local, state, and national public parks may be closed or operating with restrictions. A free tool that can help you plan your trip is Roadtrippers.com, which lets you plot out routes, calculate mileage and travel time, and will identify RV campgrounds, points of interest and restaurants along the way. You should also consider becoming a Good Sam Club member (GoodSam.com/club, $29/year), which provides access to its web-based trip planner, camping and fuel discounts, and a copy of the Good Sam Guide Series that features detailed information on more than 12,000 private RV parks and public campgrounds. Most RV parks rent spaces on a nightly or weekly basis with rates typically ranging from $30 to $50 per night, however some in city and country parks may be $10 or even free. RV parks can also range from rustic facilities with limited or no utility hookups, as are more often found in state and national parks, to luxury resorts with amenities that rival fine hotels. For first-time RV renters, staying at a fully loaded RV park or campground with full hookups, a dump station, and staff on site is highly recommended. Look at Kampgrounds of America (KOA.com) or ReserveAmerica.com to browse the accommodations. And for more safe travel tips this summer, visit Coronavirus.gov – click on “specific resources for travelers.”
Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book
July’s Moon Phases for 2020Full Buck Moon: July 5, at 12:44 a.m. EDT
Last Quarter: July 12, at 7:29 p.m. EDTNew Moon: July 20, at 1:33 p.m. EDT
First Quarter: July 27, at 8:33 a.m. EDT
All About JulyOn July 4, Earth is at aphelion, the point in its orbit where it is farthest from the Sun. The distance between the two orbs will be 94,507,635 miles on this day.
July Folklore•Ne’er trust a July sky.•If ant hills are high in July, the coming winter will be hard.•As July, so next January.•No tempest, good July, Lest the corn look ruely.•Whatever July and August do not boil, September can not fry.
JULY in BloomJuly’s birth flowers are the larkspur and water lily.The larkspur, especially white forms, generally indicates lightheartedness; pink, fickleness; purple, first love.The water lily symbolizes purity of heart.
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It is time for another letter. I missed last time. Times goes so fast that this 77-year-old cannot keep up. With going to weddings, we have five in June. The 18th is a granddaughter. Don’t want to miss that one. We had 12 invitations so far this spring. No, we did not use them all.
We did not get the last Plain Country. I do not know what the others wrote. I want to get this out in the mail in the morning. The boys are busy in the hay fields. The hay is a lot better than last year. Last year it was a lot later. Even if I don’t help anymore I am always glad when they are done.
Let’s get to the 4th of July. I am not sure we will be doing. I am too old to go camping. When a kid at home, that was just another day. Anyway, if there was hay ready to put in. Maybe if the hay was all in we took our fish poles and went for the river at
Melvin Wengerds. In them days we did not know what the camping was. There was always cows to be milked. I miss them days.
We had a few warm days, today it cooled off and it was nice to work. What little that I worked. But Tuesday on the way home from the wedding it was warm for the horse. Then Wednesday I did not move so fast. If I can stay out of the sun it is not too bad. But the sun can get this man down.
Good morning, this is now a few days later. Want to take this along to Middlefield and drop it off. I don’t have an old Post to get the address. And no one came to pick it up. We have another nice day. The boys have some hay to put up today. Then Crist has one more field then we are done with the first crop. Don’t know if we get a 2nd crop. Anna has breakfast ready, so I have to get a move on. You all take care.
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By Freeman MillerJune 4, 2020 I saw in the Middlefield Post about writer columns and I also like to make a few turkey tracks, so here goes. June 4th our oldest Daughter will be 50 years old. Happy birthday to her, she lives in Mumfordville, KY. Does this make us look older? Yep. Both of us are 72 years old (young). Why I remember when I was in the 1st grade and 6 years old. Boy, lots of water ran down the river since then. This was in the early 50’s and we lived on 528 across from Peters Road. At that time, 528 (Madison Road) wasn’t even paved yet; not much traffic and open land. Now look at the Highway 528 traffic and the land up in lots and building here and there. And I’m still here and can see and write about it. Isn’t it wonderful that I still have the health to come and go and I do work some on a dairy farm out in North Bloomfield, Ohio. But, it is not like it used to be, this old 47 model has slowed down quite a bit. Some times its stop and rest. Well, this is it for my first letter. God Bless.
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Ingredients1 teaspoon butter9 large eggs1/2 cup sour cream1/2 cup milk1 teaspoon salt2 green onions, chopped1/2 cupcooked ham or bacon, chopped1/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheeseDirectionsPreheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with butter.Beat eggs, sour cream, milk, and salt in a bowl until blended. Stir in meat and green onions. Pour mixture in the prepared baking dish.Bake in the preheated oven until set, 25 to 30 minutes. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese over eggs and continue baking until cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes more.
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Of all the joints in your body, the shoulder joint has the greatest range of motion.
Because of its incredible mobility, it is more likely to be injured or
sustain painful problems. And when it does become painful, it impacts almost everything you are trying to do.
Shoulders sustain sprains and strains, dislocations, tendinitis, torn rotator cuffs, bursitis, frozen shoulder, fractures, arthritis and a host of other injuries and conditions..
Where do you look for relief of shoulder pain?
Too often when twinges of pain erupt from the shoulder, busy people just ignore it and push on through their day. The next day hurts even more, so they take a few pain-pills and continue without seeking help or they seek out a surgeon who can only provide surgery as an option when they actually don’t want or even need surgery.
This practice leads to a continuing and escalating shoulder problem as well as other side effects of increased dependency on pain-killers, unnecessary MRI imaging, ineffective steroid injections and life threatening surgery!
In fact, according to a report released three years ago by the National Institutes of Health, our culture’s tendency to treat chronic pain with a one-pill-fits-all-mindset has created a “silent epidemic” regarding the use and possible overuse of opioids.
They suggest that we must urgently consider non-pharmacological approaches to treating pain, PHYSICAL THERAPY!
How your physical therapist can help your shoulder pain
When you consult with a doctor of physical therapy at MyoFit Clinic you can expect that first you will be evaluated so that we can determine the cause of your pain and then an effective way to treat it the same day.
Physical Therapy First is Best for Shoulder Pain Relief
By Dr. Adam Cramer, PT, DPT
We will use a combination of hands on
treatment to loosen the muscles and joints and combine it with dry needling, laser therapy, electrical stimulation, moist heat treatments, and Kinesio tapping. Add to that mobility and strengthening exercises along with training and education on how to decrease the pain naturally. What you can expect from your physical therapyIt takes time for your shoulder to heal. It is important that you move at the pace your physical therapist advises, because you need to avoid re-injury as you struggle to regain normalcy.With each visit you will receive Pain relieving treatment to control pain and inflammation without pharmaceuticals. You will also be issued a program of exercise to do at home between visits to continue to heal and strengthen your shoulder.Study proves effective of physical therapy in treating shoulder painA total of 66 volunteers with shoulder pain were randomly allocated to a treatment group that gave them one month of physical therapy aimed at restoring function of their shoulder muscles or to a control group who received no treatment.Overall, the subjects who received the physical therapy showed improvement in pain-free status and had a more flexible range of motion as well as a higher self-perception of improvement.“These results suggest that the physical therapy approach used in this study is effective in improving shoulder function in subjects experiencing pain of mechanical origin,” authors concluded. In other words, our physical therapists at MyoFit Clinic providing one-on-one care can help you heal from your shoulder pain while avoiding surgery, saving you money and return you to your normal life. Just leaving your shoulder alone hoping it will heal won’t help you at all.Dr. Adam M. Cramer, PT, DPT, is a licensed physical therapist, shoulder specialist and owner of MyoFit Clinic in Chardon and Middlefield, Ohio.
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Thought for a DayNo beauty shines brighter
than that of a good heart.
Hello from Amish Crossing Corners
June 21. 2020: A beautiful warm Sunday afternoon. After coming home from church at our neighbor Joe and Sara Bricker, I rested and read awhile. And now, I need to get my letter written.
Born to granddaughter Sarah and Christon Hostetler on Wednesday, June 17, a son, Jaden Lee. He’s a tiny one, weighing 4 pounds, 7 ounces. Grandparents are Joe and Saloma Miller and Mr. and Mrs. Lee Hostetler of Guernsey County.
On Thursday, June 11, was the wedding of grandson Mark, son of Parry and Katie Ann Miller and Rachel, daughter of Norman R. Bylers of State Route 608.
Leaving Tuesday noon, June 17, for nephew Mervin Miller’s funeral in Deer Lodge, Tn. were sons Perry, Ray, Richard and Sue and 2 little boys, Noah Yutzy, Gideon Hershberger, great-grandson Lucus and I. The funeral was on Wednesday, June 18. We returned home by 10:30 Wednesday p.m. It was a 9-hour drive.
Our thoughts and prayers are much with the Rudy Schmucker family since the passing of their 5-year-old son, Robert. He fell down from the haymow and died after being transferred to Akron Hospital. His funeral was on Friday, June 9.
We are sorry to report that Ellen Hershberger (Parkman Pathways) is slowly losing out due to her cancer. She is being tenderly taken care of by her sister Barbara and Noah Yutzy. They recently moved to the home at Yoder's Furniture on Shedd.
The bluebirds have chased out the sparrows from their bluebird house. They are building for the third time. The second time, something got in their nest and got rid of some of the eggs.
This Thursday, June 25, is the wedding of Mary Jane Byler and Mark Miller. This will be on Laird Road. Also, announced for marriage is Kathryn Kurtz and Robert, son of Joe and Katherine Byler. Kathryn’s parents and Dave and Cora Kurtz of Mumford Road. The wedding is to be on Thursday, July 9.
Today is Father’s Day and is also sister Clara Kauffman’s 80th birthday. They live in Mio, Michigan. Their family had a birthday bash for her on Saturday, June 20th. Their son Melvin and family from Worthington, Indiana, and son Andrew and family from Ossinik, Michigan also attended. The rest were all locals.
Monday morning and it looks like it might rain. The nice shower we had last evening was wonderful. I didn’t need to water my flower plants.
Tonight, daughter Sylvia and I along with sister-in-law, Crist, Clara and her daughters, and more of the nieces, plan to go to Verna Bylers for Clara’s birthday. Hopefully, sister-in-law Saloma Miller will be able to go along, too. Her son, Levi Jr., has not been feeling well for some time. He goes to the Special Needs Work Shop when he’s able. You all have a good day.
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