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Page 8 www.TheTownCommon.com July 25 - 31, 2018 Caring, Compassionate, Dignified Service when you need it most. 14 Independent St., Rowley, MA www.fsrobertsandson.com 978-948-7763 We Offer: • Personalized and Traditional Funerals • Cremations • Graveside Services • Memorial Services • Advance Planning Options Jeffrey E. Megna, CFSP Owner, Licensed Funeral Director (Type 3) Why is this cat laughing? 77 Wethersfield St. Rowley, MA 01969 Telephone: 978-948-8696 Fax: 978-948-2564 advertise@thetowncommon.com (c) 2017 King Features Syndicate, Inc. ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Your zeal for challenges usually works well for you. But this week it’s best to avoid jumping into new situations without more information. Vital news emerges by the weekend. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Once again, the Bovine’s patience pays off as that pesky problem works itself out without taking too much of your valuable time. A new task opens interesting possibilities. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Those suggestions you want to share need to be set aside for a while so you can focus on the job at hand. There’ll be time later to put your ideas into a workable format. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Be sure about your sources before you use the information in any decision you reach about your new project. Some of the data might be out of date or misinterpreted. LEO (July 23 to August 22) A sudden challenge might rattle you at first. But pump up that strong Lion’s heart with a full measure of courage, and face it with the continuing support of family and friends. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Watch your expenses this week so you can have a financial cushion to fall back on should things tighten up later this month. Money matters ease by the 1st. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Uncertainty over workplace policy creates anxiety and confusion among your colleagues. Don’t be surprised if you’re asked, once again, to help work things out. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) The workweek keeps you busy tying up loose ends and checking data that needs to be verified. The weekend offers a chance to relax and restore your spent energies. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) This is not the best time to go to extremes to prove a point. Better to set a sensible goal now and move forward. There’ll be time later to take the bolder course. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A step-by-step progression is the better way to move ahead. Taking shortcuts could be risky at this time. Important news arrives on the 1st. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Avoid getting drawn into workplace disputes that should be handled by those directly involved. Instead, spend your energy developing those new ideas. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You still need to be prudent about money matters. But things start to ease by the end of the week. A weekend encounter with an old friend brings welcome news. BORN THIS WEEK: You handle challenging situations with boldness when necessary and caution when called for. He is so excited and happy that his humans just listed the family’s largest asset (their home) with Kathryn O’Brien. Not only is Kathryn one of the most successful Realtors on the North Shore (1300 homes SOLD), she is also an animal lover. She will take care of everyone while the home is being sold and make sure everyone is safe. Kathryn O’Brien (978) 465-1322 kathrynobrien@remax.net Call/email today Specializing in New Beginnings, Happy Endings and Smooth Transactions Andover and Newbury Continued from page 6 in Salisbury to their medical appointments. Most medical appointments are local; some are in Burlington some are in Boston. As a NEET driver you request the area you want and the days and times you prefer to drive. All NEET drivers are provided with an orientation to the program, supplemental insurance for their vehicle and a reimbursement stipend of 45 cents per mile driven. We need Drivers now more than ever! If you can help at all, please contact the Salisbury Senior Center at 978-462-2412. ------------------------------------------------------------ SALISBURY - The Salisbury Chamber is busy planning some great events and we need you! We have two...yes, two big events that will be happening in 2019...and while that seems like a long way away...planning takes time...and effort...which is why we’re looking to add to our events committees! Here’s what’s on tap...if you would like to work with us and be part of something awesome...please reach out! FUN FEST 2019 - After our successful first year...we are so excited to continue and host our second Fun Fest...which will take place in September 2019. Captain’s Corner will be hosting again...they are awesome! We look forward to creating another great event and helping to raise funds for a local organization. We will begin planning sessions soon... so come and be a part of our Fun Fest 2019. SALISBURY ANTIQUES & COLLECTABLES FAIR - This weekend event will take place in September 2019...Jim and his team have so much to do to make this event a success. There will be antique and collectible dealers, music, food and much more. John McInnis will be doing appraisals. There is a lot to do and we need a great crew. Call or email tracey@salisburychamber.com, 978.225.0505 ------------------------------------------------------------ SALISBURY - The Civil War Roundtable of the Merrimack will meet at 7:30 PM on Wednesday, August 8th at our new location, the Hilton Senior Center, 42 Lafayette Rd. (Rt. 1), Salisbury, MA (Next to the Salisbury Fire Station).This meeting will feature three 15 minute presentations: Bill Hallett will speak on “An explanation of a Civil War Soldier’s Uniform and Gear,” Clay Feeter on “How Fate Dealt Death or Deliverance to Civil War Towns,” and Harold Shellehamer on “The 1863 Rebel Invasion of Cumberland Valley, PA.” Admission is free and anyone with an interest in America’s Civil War is invited to attend. For more information visit our web page www.cwrtmerrimack.org or call Tom at (978) 462-8518. ------------------------------------------------------------ SEABROOK - Vendors wanted in Seabrook, NH on Sat. Aug. 11 for a flea market. The venue is the air conditioned Parish Hall of the Trinity United Church, located next to the post office ( at beginning of rotary of Rte. 1 (S). This area is well traveled by locals, day visitors & summer rental tourists... The place to sell your antiques, vintage furniture & jewelry, old tools & farm implements, collectibles & smalls, glassware, vinyl records, CD’s and DVD’s, books, sports memorabilia & clothing and those items you no longer need/ like but can be useful to others. Contact (978)-994-0734 by text or voice for fee info and to reserve your spot inside or outside on the lawn.
Greg Der Bogosian July 25 - 31, 2018 www.TheTownCommon.com Page Health & Wellness By J. Peter St. Clair, DMD Last week I introduced a couple who had been seeing the same dentist for 30 years and were finally forced to make a change due to the dentist’s retirement. They visited a “new” dentist and were turned off because the dentist recommended significant treatment. Then they consulted with another dentist, who spent more time with them to discuss their specific situations and goals. However, they still missed their “old” dentist. The couple loved their “old” dentist because she was someone they could relate to. The dentist kept things simple, and they liked simple. If they had a broken tooth, the dentist patched it up and they were on their way. They never talked about the future. They may have lost some teeth over the years, but the dentist never discussed “needing” a lot of dental work. The first “new” dentist was a nice person. In fact, they knew the dentist outside the office before they became patients. The problem was poor communication and inability to relate to the patient’s specific Old scams don’t go away, and one of the scams that has come around again is the secret shopper scam. Most people like shopping, and if someone offers payment for it, many of us will try it. After all, it sounds like fun. Secret shoppers often are hired by legitimate companies to visit one of their stores and make a purchase. Afterward you make a report on things like cleanliness, pricing, employee attitude and more. In response you might Brighter Smiles... We All Have Choices - Part 2 needs. This dentist looked in both their mouths and said they each “needed’ 8 crowns. It didn’t make sense to them. It seemed too complicated, expensive and unnecessary. The second “new” dentist took a different approach and spent time with the couple discussing their current situation and future objectives. They both wanted to keep their teeth but still had trouble coming to grips with the fact that they “needed” significant dental work to accomplish their objective. Why couldn’t they continue on the same simple path they had with their original dentist? Dentists are sometimes more interested in what they are saying than patients are. It is important to remember that the teeth are attached to a person; and that person has their own story that goes along with their teeth. People put different values on different things. Whether we sell cars, trips, hairstyles or teeth, the objective of the “seller” is to make the prospective “buyer” aware of what they have and all the possibilities that are available to them. It is always the consumer’s decision. While there is a health component to dentistry, you can compare any other aspect of selling the other commodity examples to teeth. Things that come to mind: comfort, looks, self-esteem, and functioning in life. Senior Scene Secret Shopper Scams get either a free gift or a cash payment. When it comes to scams, however, you’re given the payment first. You’ll be sent a check and will be told to cash it, and then go shopping immediately. You’ll likely be told to “test” the service at the Western Union desk, or whatever location will transfer money. You’ll be instructed to test the system by sending the money you’ve just received when you cashed the check. What you won’t find out for a long time is that the check you cashed is no good. You used your own money to send a wire transfer, and you’ll never get that money back. Or you might be told to use the cash to buy a handful of gift cards. To “buy” anything, people have to be ready. What makes someone ready? They are ready when they feel the need to act. In the absence of readiness, over-education by the “seller” often feels like sales pressure to the buyer. I’m sure you have experienced this if you have ever been to a car dealership. I love analogies. I especially love car analogies as they relate to dentistry. Cars are easy because most of us rely on them every day, just like our teeth. Some of us like simple cars, while others like fancier cars. Some take better care of their cars and they last longer. Others abuse their cars and they need more repairs. One thing is certain; maintenance is the key to long-term success of the car. Raising awareness is a difficult task for anyone promoting their product or service. Acting on Dr. Laura anne Potvin, P.C. oPtoMetriStS EYE CARE FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY! Dr. nYLa LaMBert Dr. KatHLeen Horn Dr. CatHLeen DouCette NOw LOCATED AT 939 SALEM ST., GROvELAND 978-374-8991 The Contact Town Please call our office to schedule your advertising consultant today.... a comlimentary 30-minute Comm consultation. 77 Wethersfield Street, Rowley, MA 01969 151 Central Street, Rowley | 978-948-2030 advertise@thetowncommon.com 978-948-8696 something is only accomplished when value is realized. Some end up seeing the value in their life and others do not. Dr. St. Clair maintains a private dental practice in Rowley and Newburyport dedicated to health-centered family dentistry. If there are certain topics you would like to see written about or questions you have please email them to him at jpstclair@ stclairdmd.com. You can view all previously written columns at www.jpeterstclairdentistry.com/ blog. Again the check will bounce and you’ll end up out of pocket for all that money. Warnings: If you’re ever asked to cash a check and send someone else the money, it’s a scam. Don’t ever pay to sign up as a secret shopper, even to buy a so-called directory. And don’t fall for the certification fraud -- you don’t need a certificate to do secret shopping. If you’re interested in having a legitimate part-time job as a secret shopper, go online to mysteryshop. org to search their database of legitimate companies. Read more at the www.consumer.ftc.gov website about secret shopping scams. (c) 2018 King Features Synd., Inc. What does your smile say about you? Whether you are missing teeth or are unhappy with the ones you have, it may be time to explore your options. All Phases of Dental Care Including: • Grinding/Clenching/TMJ Therapy • Sleep Apnea/Snoring Treatment Learn More: www.stclairdmd.com ENJOYMENT SOLUTIONS! Retractable Awnings Fabric Recovering & Canopys Flex Screens Maintenance Free Tuf Board Decking Replacement Old Decking or New Zip-Up Underdecking Railings * Vinyl * Metal * Glass * Stainless Steel OUTDOOR 24-7 SHOWROOM H.A. JOHNSON & SON’S INC 15 RABBIT RD SALISBURY, MA 01951 WWW.DECKINGDEPOT.COM FOR A FREE ESTIMATE CALL 978-499-8904
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