February March 2021 Issue

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    Photograph of old and young hands holding each other
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    Homework Can Pay Off for Caregivers - As a family caregiver, doing some homework can pay off in terms of improving your well-being and that of the person you care for.
    photograph of money sacks balanced on a plank balanced on a ball, with a house on the other end of the plank
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    Should Seniors Consider a Reverse Mortgage Now? - Cash-strapped retirees may want to consider a reverse mortgage, but there’s a lot to consider to be sure it’s a good option.
    Illustrated text "Disney• Pixar Soul"
    Movie Review: Soul by Disney Plus - The creative folks behind Soul chose a primary character that would show how African-Americans have been connected to jazz history.
    Illustration of a broom sweeping away an abstract representation of the mind inside the outline of a head.
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    Study Links Repeated Negative Thinking to Dementia - A University College London study found that persistently engaging in negative thinking might raise the risk of getting Alzheimer’s disease.
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    Idaho’s Silent City of Rocks - Idaho's City of Rocks National Reserve Showcases some of the oldest exposed rocks west of the Mississippi River.
    Idaho Celebrates Women
    Photo courtesy Boise City Dept. of Arts & History
    Taking the Lead: Idaho celebrates women’s suffrage, other milestones - March is the month for honoring women in history, and Idaho celebrates women, historically leading the charge in women's suffrage.
    Laura Sable and Bill Wiemuth standing on a boat in Alaska. They offer virtual cruises.
    Photo courtesy Bill Wiemuth and Laura Sable
    Charting Their Own Course: Couple Creates Virtual Cruises - Sidelined by the pandemic, yet with songs to sing and stories to tell, this couple created an innovative experience with virtual cruises.
    Senior man connecting with his family through a Zoom video conferencing app on his laptop
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    Zoom In: Keeping In Touch with Video Conferencing - People rely on Zoom video conferencing to stay connected with like-minded groups—for quiz get-togethers, music rehearsals, classes, and more.
    Photo of golf ball in winter
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    Feed Your Addiction to Golf in the Off Season - I’ve been denying my true addiction to golf for many years, but, as I grow older, it seems to be coming to light.
    Robin Pewtress Genealogy expert in Idaho
    Photo courtesy Robin Pewtress
    Robin Pewtress: Delving Into Genealogy - When we embark on learning about our family histories, we are researching our genealogy—the process of seeking out ancestors and relatives.
    photo of Lunar New Year recipe: Honey Pork Dumplings
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    Classic Dish for Celebrating Lunar New Year: Pork Dumplings - Food is an integral part of many celebrations around the world. Try out this Lunar New Year recipe to kick off this season's festivities.
    Steelhead close-up floating under aquamarine water background
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    Steelhead: A Fish for Fanatics - Steelhead anglers cast all day in frigid temperatures to MAYBE catch one fish, thinking it's worth it, frozen extremities notwithstanding.
    Bob Hunt, Publisher Montana Senior News/Idaho Senior Independent
    Letter from the Publisher: Tell Your Story - Tell your story to your family, your caregivers, and the young. You have the ability to influence the next generations ahead of you.
    Ray Stockton, 47-years volunteering at the Minidoka County Historical Society Museum in near Rupert, Idaho.
    Donations Dazzle Longtime Museum Volunteer Ray Stockton - Donations of priceless family heirlooms become dazzling museum displays, thanks to 47-year volunteer Ray Stockton of Rupert, Idaho.
    Haskap Berries—the superfood that's easy to grow
    Photo courtesy Legacy Farms, Sandpoint, Idaho
    Haskap Berries: Flavorful Superfood - Easy to grow, nutrient-dense haskap berries resemble squashed blueberries and taste like a cross between a blueberry and huckleberry.
    Holly Seefried Knitting
    Photo by Dianna Troyer
    Holly Seefried: Three Generations to Knit A Sweater - Holly Seefried jokes her late grandmother’s nudging across time compelled her to finish a half-century knitting project.
    Holly Seefried Knitting
    Photo by Dianna Troyer
    Holly Seefried: Three Generations to Knit A Sweater - Holly Seefried jokes her late grandmother’s nudging across time compelled her to finish a half-century knitting project.
    Making connections online
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    Making Connections Online - Missing in-person contacts? Try making connections online, with internet communities available for just about every interest or hobby.
    Frank Eld (Harkonen) Idaho Barn Whisperer
    Photo by Ken Levy
    Barn Whisperer: Frank Eld-Harkonen Brings Historic Buildings to Life - Historian and preservationist Frank Eld-Harkonen is a Finnish log construction expert restoring old barns and homes in Idaho and elsewhere.