Boomer Magazine: April 2020
As I write this, the world is suffering from a pandemic. COVID-19 seems to have affected all of us in one way or another. Although I don’t have any school-aged children, my adult kids are still afraid. The only reassurance I can give them is to do the best they can and follow what the CDC says—wash your hands often (forget hoarding TP, I want hand lotion—my hands are sooo dry from washing them so much!) and social distance as much as you can without isolating yourself—unless you are sick. But they seem to be more worried about my husband and me who are both over 65. I am thinking of getting a fake ID showing that I’m only 64 (or perhaps younger…might as well give 55 another go). I don’t want people judging me for leaving my house! I’m healthy and keep away from those who aren’t and follow the guidelines. I don’t want my kids to worry. But there is one thing we can all do while we’re home hiding under our beds. And that is to READ! This magazine, for one, has tons of interesting articles. Keep in mind that almost all of the editorial was written before the pandemic landed in our area, so please check the websites of any event, restaurant, or business that we’ve discussed to see if they are open or have shortened hours. If you can, visit the local shops and anywhere that is open—we must do our part to help the economy. Small businesses are the lifeblood of any community and ours is no exception. So, shop if you can, dine out if you can, and if you can’t then order in! Many places are offering delivery and takeout. Take advantage!
As I write this, the world is suffering from a pandemic. COVID-19 seems to have affected all of us in one way or another. Although I don’t have any school-aged children, my adult kids are still afraid. The only reassurance I can give them is to do the best they can and follow what the CDC says—wash your hands often (forget hoarding TP, I want hand lotion—my hands are sooo dry from washing them so much!) and social distance as much as you can without isolating yourself—unless you are sick. But they seem to be more worried about my husband and me who are both over 65. I am thinking of getting a fake ID showing that I’m only 64 (or perhaps younger…might as well give 55 another go). I don’t want people judging me for leaving my house! I’m healthy and keep away from those who aren’t and follow the guidelines. I don’t want my kids to worry.
But there is one thing we can all do while we’re home hiding under our beds. And that is to READ! This magazine, for one, has tons of interesting articles. Keep in mind that almost all of the editorial was written before the pandemic landed in our area, so please check the websites of any event, restaurant, or business that we’ve discussed to see if they are open or have shortened hours. If you can, visit the local shops and anywhere that is open—we must do our part to help the economy. Small businesses are the lifeblood of any community and ours is no exception. So, shop if you can, dine out if you can, and if you can’t then order in! Many places are offering delivery and takeout. Take advantage!
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Ask the<br />
Experts<br />
Pioneer Express Trail<br />
Located In: Folsom; search “Pioneer<br />
Express Trail” in Google Maps.<br />
Distance: 14 miles point to point;<br />
minimal elevation gain.<br />
Difficulty Level: Moderate.<br />
Know Before You Go: Dog-friendly<br />
(must be leashed); no biking allowed;<br />
parking is $12.<br />
Fuel Up: Dominick’s Italian Market<br />
& Deli (8621 Auburn-Folsom Road,<br />
Granite Bay) offers sandwiches,<br />
soups, salads, pizzas, and more in<br />
relaxed environs.<br />
Trail Notes: Wear shoes with traction,<br />
dress in layers, bring extra water and<br />
snacks, remember sun protection<br />
(hat, sunscreen), and, as always, pack<br />
out what you pack in. Remember to<br />
keep to the right, and that horses<br />
have the right of way over hikers.<br />
For more information, visit alltrails.<br />
com/trail/us/california/pioneerexpress-trail.<br />
Do you have a favorite trail<br />
in the region you’d like to see featured? Tell us all about it at info@stylemg.com.<br />
Q: What are the benefits of small group<br />
training?<br />
A: It’s helpful to improving balance,<br />
losing weight, moving more efficiently,<br />
increasing energy, decreasing pain,<br />
getting stronger, and gaining confidence.<br />
Also, the social aspect of this style of<br />
personal training makes it fun, since you<br />
can work out with friends, colleagues, or<br />
family and enjoy a variety of exercises to<br />
develop the whole body.<br />
—Kim Crespo, General Manager<br />
Strong Studio<br />
4822 Golden Foothill Parkway, Suite 6, El<br />
Dorado Hills<br />
916-304-5482, strongstudioedh.com<br />
Q: Do solar panels require a lot of<br />
maintenance?<br />
A: Solar panels have advanced a lot over<br />
time and can easily go 25-30 years without<br />
any upkeep. The only maintenance that<br />
you should perform is washing and<br />
cleaning them two to four times a year,<br />
in order to get rid of dust and to ensure<br />
they’re performing optimally. Cleaning<br />
can easily be done using a garden hose<br />
or by hiring a third party.<br />
—Razmik Gdlian, Digital Marketing Director<br />
Cobex Construction Group<br />
503 Giuseppe Court, Suite 4, Roseville,<br />
916-745-6699, cobexcg.com<br />
Pioneer Express photo by Melanie Nicolas. Exercise photo courtesy of ©Halfpoint - stock.adobe.com.<br />
16 Sac<strong>Boomer</strong>.com | <strong>April</strong> <strong>2020</strong>
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