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What are the mortgage rates really doing? 

Are you feeling a bit unsure about what’s really happening with 

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that they’re up again. And that may leave you wondering what’s 

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The simplest answer is: that what you read or hear will vary 

based on the time frame they’re looking at. 

Mortgage Rates Are Volatile by Nature 

Interest rates don’t move in a straight line. There are too many 

factors involved for that to happen. Instead, rates bounce 

around because they’re impacted by things like economic 

conditions, decisions from the Federal Reserve, and much more. 

That means they might be up one day and down the next 

depending on what’s going on in the economy and the world as 

a whole. 

The Big Picture 

Mortgage rates are always going to bounce around. It’s just how 

they work. When you look at the highest point for mortgage rates 

in the past year (October 2023) compared to where rates are 

now, you can see they have come down compared to last year. 

The interest rates go up and down daily, however experts agree, 

overall, that the downward trend could continue this year. That's 

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March 2024

A Cranky Old Man 

By: Dan Roberts / Roberts Rules 

“ 

It serves you right for answering the phone.” 

That was my Rana’s response when I, once 

again, slammed down the phone after telling the 

caller to engage in solo lovemaking. 

I admit that I’ve reached the age and now disposition of my dad. 

I used to tell him that he was 

becoming a “cranky old man.” He 

would (eventually) calm down, 

smile and advise me that I’m not far 

behind. 

As always, my father was correct. 

I mention this since I just 

received my fifth robocall/unwanted 

telephone call of the morning. And I 

am fully aware, (heck, we all know) 

this is only the beginning. 

Welcome to the new (and 

never-ending) political season. 

Compounding this epidemic and 

our slow but steady descent into the 

bowels of hell is the use of AI-created voices. 

There was a brief article in the LV Review-Journal last month. It 

advised that the Federal Communications Commission unanimously 

ruled against robocalls that contain voices generated by artificial 

intelligence. 

The article indicated that this government bureaucracy would not 

tolerate this new technology to scam people and mislead voters. With 

this news, will you now sleep better at night? 

Who are they kidding? 

Does anyone believe that this issue is now solved? I have no doubt 

that this ruling will be as effective as that “do-not-call” directive that 

was supposed to end robocalls in the first place. How did that work out 

for you? 

Let me ask this question. One I have posed previously: Does anyone 

listen to robocalls? I mean the entire message from start to finish? 

Perhaps you race to see how fast you can disconnect the call, or if 

you’re as pathetically idiotic as this publisher, wait until the end to see 

if it connects to a “live” person so you can use some (unprintable, yet) 

colorful Bronx expressions to articulate your feelings. 

Or if you’re a good-hearted person like my PILL (partner in love & 

life) Rana, you try to patiently explain that you wish not to receive this 

and future calls. Like that tactic ever 

works. 

And now with AI generated voices, 

is there anyone out there that 

originally wasn’t going to listen to 

these calls, but will now do so, since 

the President or former President 

(as I present all sides)… or even 

Elvis is “calling you”? 

There is one small possible ray of 

hope. If you want to avoid all such 

political mailings and telephone 

calls, you can fill out and complete 

the “Confidentiality Request” 

form. (See below). 

All the information, instructions 

and guidance can be found on our Vegas Voice website: thevegasvoice. 

net. 

Hopefully this Confidentiality Request will have better results than 

the “do-not-call” fiasco. Until then, I guess there is nothing else to do 

except “grin & bear it.” 

But I sure do resent being suckered into answering the phone and 

helpless to do anything but hang up. How do you stop the madness? 

Call me cranky or grouchy but one thing is clear – I have good 

reason to be. 

Let it Snow, Let it Snow 

Publisher Dan’s brother, Jeff Roberts sent over this photo of his Long 

Island, NY home being blanketed by 6+ inches of snow last month. 

Dan laughed and laughed and told his little brother it’s a good thing 

he has a shovel. 

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By: Bill Caserta / Bill’s Blurbs 

une 15: Just moved here from Las Vegas. No 

Jmore Vegas heat! We’re going to love living 

here. 

December 8: The first snow of the season 

and the wife and I sat for hours by the window 

watching the soft flakes drift down. So romantic, I love snow! 

December 9: We awoke to a beautiful white 

blanket. What a fantastic sight! Moving here was 

the best idea I’ve ever had! Shoveled for the first 

time in years and felt like a boy again. I did both 

our driveway and the sidewalk. 

This afternoon the snowplow came along and 

covered up the sidewalk and driveway, so I had to 

shovel again. 

December 12: The sun melted all the snow. 

Such a disappointment! My neighbor tells me 

not to worry - we’ll definitely have a white Christmas. He’s such a nice 

man, I’m glad he’s our neighbor. 

December 14: Lovely 8 inches of snow! The temperature dropped to 

12. The wind took my breath away, but I warmed up by shoveling the 

driveway and sidewalks. This is the life! 

The snowplow came back this afternoon and buried everything again. 

I didn’t realize I would have to do quite this much shoveling, but I’ll 

certainly get back in shape this way. I wish I wouldn’t huff and puff, 

however. 

December 15: More snow forecast. Bought snow tires for the wife’s 

car and 2 extra shovels. The wife wants a wood stove in case the 

electricity goes out. I think that’s silly. 

December 16: Ice storm this morning. Fell on my ass on the ice in 

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Diary of a Chicago / New York Winter 


the driveway putting down salt. Hurt like hell. The wife laughed for an 

hour. 

December 17: Still way below freezing. Roads too icy to go 

anywhere. Electricity was off for 5 hours. I had to pile the blankets on 

to stay warm. 

Nothing to do but stare at the wife. Guess I should’ve bought a wood 

stove but won’t admit it to her. I hate it when she’s right. I can’t 

believe I’m freezing to death in my own living room. 

December 20: Electricity’s back on but had 

another 14 inches of the damn stuff last night. 

More shoveling! Took all day. 

The damn snowplow came by twice. Neighbor 

says I have to shovel, or the city will have it done 

and bill me. I think he’s lying. 

December 22: 9 more inches of the stuff fell 

today, and it’s so cold, it probably won’t melt till 

August. Tried to hire my neighbor who now has a 

plow on his truck, but he says he’s too busy. Now 

I know he’s lying. Beginning not to like him. 

December 23: “Only 2 inches” of snow today. And it warmed up 

to 0. The wife wanted me to decorate the front of the house this 

morning. What is she nuts?! Why didn’t she tell me to do that a month 

ago. She says she did, but I think she’s also lying. 

December 24: 6 inches and the snow now packed so hard by the 

snowplow; I broke the shovel. Thought I was having a heart attack. If 

I ever catch the SOB who drives that snowplow, I’ll drag him through 

the snow and beat him to death with my broken shovel. 

I know he hides around the corner and waits for me to finish 

shoveling, and then he comes down the street at a 100 miles an hour 

and throws snow all over where I’ve just been! 

Tonight the wife wanted me to sing Christmas carols with her 

and open our presents...but I was too busy watching for the damn 

snowplow. 

December 25: Merry freakin’ Christmas! 20 more inches of the 

damn slop tonight - snowed in. The idea of shoveling makes my blood 

boil. God, I hate the snow! 

Then the snowplow driver came by asking for a donation and I hit 

him over the head with my shovel. The wife says I have a bad attitude. 

I think she’s a fricking idiot. 

December 26: Still snowed in. Why the hell did I ever move here? 

She’s really getting on my nerves. 

December 27: Temperature dropped to -30 and the pipes froze; 

plumber came after 14 hours of waiting for him. He only charged me 

$4,400 to replace the pipes. 

December 29: 10 more inches. My lying neighbor told me I have 

to shovel the roof, or it could cave in. How dumb does he think I am? 

God, I hate him. 

December 30: Roof caved in. I beat up the snowplow driver, and 

now he is suing me for a million dollars. The wife went home to her 

mother who lives in Sun City. Nine more inches predicted. 

December 31: I set fire to what’s left of the house. No more 

shoveling. Anybody know a good lawyer?

55+ 

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Look Familiar? 

By: Beverly Washburn / Hollywood Memories 

thought I’d write this month about a wonderful 

I actor and dear friend of mine, Jim Beaver. He 

is also a writer and film 

historian. 

Probably the thing he is most remembered 

for is his reoccurring role in “Deadwood” and 

“Supernatural” 

A few of his other roles are the TV shows Perry 

Mason, Matlock, NYPD Blue, The West Wing, 

Home Improvement, Mike and Molly, and Young 

Sheldon to name just a few. A favorite of mine 

was on a series called B Positive. 

Another one you might remember is when he 

was cast as Ed Asner’s comic sidekick in the TV 

series “Thunder Alley.” 

He also wrote several episodes of the TV series 

Alfred Hitchcock Presents and received a Cable 

Ace Award nomination for the first episode he 

wrote for that series. 

Being a film historian, he has written and researched a great deal 

about George Reeves, and in doing so was hired to be the historical and 

biographical consultant for the 2005 movie based on Reeves’ life called 

“Hollywoodland.” 

Jim and I share our admiration and respect for George Reeves, whom 

I’m sure you know played Superman. I played the little girl who was in 

my room when two little “Mole” men come in through my bedroom 

window in the pilot of the Superman TV series. 

I was a big fan of Superman and although he wasn’t in the scene I 

was in, he was wearing his Superman outfit on 

the set and I thought he was really Superman! 

Jim and I have been to many Superman 

luncheons and celebrations where people from 

all over the country come to celebrate him. 

Through all of his research, Jim probably knows 

more about George Reeves than just about 

anybody. 

He has also written several books. One of his 

books is entitled “Life’s That Way” which is 

about his beautiful late wife and the emotional 

journey she endured during her cancer battle. 

It is truly one of the most heartwarming, heart 

wrenching, compelling and beautiful books I’ve 

ever read. 

To say that Jim is one of “the special” ones is 

putting it mildly. How blessed I am to call him my friend. 

Until next time, remember to hold tenderly that which you cherish. 

Beverly Washburn graced the silver screen as a child actress and 

is the author of Reel Tears. You can contact Beverly at: bjradell@ 

hotmail.com. 

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1 

. “We must recognize that, as we grow older, we 

become like old cars - more and more repairs 

and replacements are necessary.” C.S. Lewis 

2. “Old age is like a plane flying through a storm. Once you are 

aboard, there is nothing you can do about it.” Golda Meir 

3. “I’m so old that my blood type is discontinued.” Bill Dane 

4. “The older I get, the more clearly I remember things that never 

happened.” Mark Twain 

5. “Wisdom doesn’t necessarily come with age. Sometimes, age just 

shows up all by itself.” Tom Wilson 

6. “I don’t plan to grow old gracefully. I plan to have face-lifts until 

my ears meet.” Rita Rudner 

7. “I’m at that age where my back goes out more than I do.” Phyllis 

Diller 

8. “First you forget names, then you forget faces, then you forget 

to pull your zipper up, then you forget to pull your zipper down.” Leo 

Rosenberg 

9. “Old people shouldn’t eat health foods. They need all the 

preservatives they can get.” Robert Orben 

10. “At age 20, 

we worry about 

what others think 

of us. At age 40, 

we don’t care what 

they think of us. At 

age 60, we discover 

they haven’t been 

thinking about us at 

all.” Ann Landers 

11. “When I 

Ann Landers 

What Celebrities Say 

About Growing Older 

By: Gayla Kalp / Life is Laughter 

was young I was 

called a rugged 

individualist. When 

I was in my fifties, I was considered eccentric. Here I am doing and 

saying the same things I did then, and I am labelled senile.” George 

Burns 

12. “It’s paradoxical that the idea of living a long life appeals to 

everyone, but the idea of getting old doesn’t appeal to anyone.” Andy 

Rooney 

13. “Birthdays are good for you. Statistics show that the people who 

have the most live the longest.” Larry Lorenzo 

14. “I was thinking about how old people seem to read the bible a lot 

more as they get older, and it dawned on me…they’re cramming for 

their final exam.” George Carlin 

15. “As I get older, my idea of strenuous exercise is a brisk sit.” 

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That Rainbow Bridge 

By: Rana Goodman / On My Soapbox 

From the time I was a little child, there has 

never been a day when my family and I were 

without pets. They were always an essential part 

of my life. 

My love of dogs and cats became important to my children too and 

fortunately, Publisher Dan felt the same way. 

In my youth I learned of a magical place called “The Rainbow 

Bridge. ” It is located 

in Heaven where 

animals go when 

their life among us 

is over. 

At the Rainbow 

Bridge they are 

without pain, or 

sickness, and never 

lonely. They have 

room to run and play 

with so many others 

- all waiting for their 

families to eventually 

join them. 

Sadly, last month, 

my dog Muffin, who 

I adopted twelve years 

ago from the Nevada 

SPCA suffered a stroke. She joined all of our other dogs and cats that we 

lost before her that were waiting at that Rainbow bridge. 

My Muffin was a sweet little fluff ball that had been adopted twice 

and, for some unknown reason, returned to the shelter both times. We 

were lucky. The third time was the charm for 12+ wonderful years. 

A year after Muffin came into my life, one of my daughters surprised 

me with a Golden doodle pup for my birthday. Muffin stepped right in 

and played mother to Daisy, who eventually grew ten times larger than 

Muffin. 

With Dan by my side, when it became “time,” I held Muffin in my 

arms as the vet sedated her and then administered the medication that 

would send her quietly to rest and to join her friends waiting for her at 

that Rainbow bridge. 

I’m sure many of you have gone through those same steps with your 

beloved pets and have thought, as Dan and I did at that moment, how 

calm and peaceful her passing was. Sad as it was, as it has been with my 

other pets that passed on, it truly was one of the most compassionate, 

humane and loving moments in my life. 

Dan and I still cannot believe that such “final moments” are 

forbidden by law in 

our state. I am in 

disbelief that the 

government will not 

allow its citizens to 

go peacefully into 

whatever waits for 

us after our time has 

come. 

During the last 

legislative session The 

Vegas Voice started a 

petition drive in favor 

of allowing Nevada 

residents the right to 

end their suffering 

as other states have 

done. 

Known as Death 

with Dignity the 

proposed law has failed in the Nevada Legislature several times over 

the years. At the last Nevada legislative session, it finally passed the 

Assembly and Senate, however, Governor Joe Lombardo vetoed it. 

Perhaps at the next legislative session, once the bill (hopefully) 

passes, the Governor can show the same “compassionate, humane and 

loving concern” that Dan and I had and have for our “best friends.” 

* As set forth last month, The Vegas Voice held a series of Guardianship 

workshops around the Valley for our readers. And despite the work, 

efforts and even an occasional “hassle” with Publisher Dan, when I 

receive “cards, letter and emails” like the one below, it makes it all 

worthwhile. 

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By: Sam Wagmeister / People & Places 

The future of the Suncoast Casino’s showroom 

is uncertain as plans to 

repurpose the beloved local 

venue loom. Speculations persist of a potential 

bingo or other gambling room, but definitive details 

remain elusive at press time despite efforts for 

clarification from management. 

Suncoast opened in late 2000. The Review- 

Journal’s Mike Weatherford observed the showroom 

boasted, “handsomely retro tables-and-booths 

venue in the tradition of the recently departed Desert 

Inn or Caesars Palace.” 

Ed Mathews, a retired record industry executive 

settled in Sun City Summerlin in 1992. He soon 

began producing weekly shows in the community’s 

Starbright Theater, benefitting from the rich pool of 

talent in the community. 

Michael Gaughan, Suncoast’s owner, recruited Mathews to produce 

a weekly variety show. “He knew what would work for his casino and 

he was right. He knew what his audience wanted and gave it to them,” 

Mathews remembered. (Gaughan has since sold his interest in Suncoast 

to Boyd Gaming.) 

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Dennis Bono Show 

By: Dianne Davis / That’s Entertainment 

The weekly Dennis Bono Show at South Point 

Hotel Casino & Spa is the longest running 

broadcast variety show in Las Vegas. Last month, 

Dennis celebrated 24 years at the helm of this 

Las Vegas treasure. 

Every Thursday at 2 p.m. the 330 seat 

showroom is filled. Most of the folks there are 

“regulars,” the majority are senior citizens 

who pay the phenomenally low price of $10 

(which includes a ticket stub good for one 

free drink that day.) for some wonderful 

entertainment. 

First comes the warm-up with giveaways. Hats, tickets for shows 

at South Point, coupons for dinners at South Point or the popular 

Bootleggers. 

No surprise as Bono’s wife Lorraine Hunt Bono, the 32nd Lieutenant 

Governor of Nevada, is part of the family owned Bootlegger Italian 

Bistro on Las Vegas Boulevard, “South Strip.” Lorraine has appeared 

on the show many times entertaining audiences with her singing. 

Bono welcomes some of the finest talent in Las Vegas to the stage 

during the 1 ¼ hour show. But first, we hear from him, the man 

who is known as “the consummate interpreter of the Great American 

Songbook.” 


Familiar songs such as “That Old Black Magic” put the audience in 

the mood as Joey Singer and the other long time musicians back him. 

The entertainers take center stage and then sit down with Bono to chat 

and promote their gigs. 

The first guest on his 24 th anniversary show was well known veteran 

entertainer Bob Anderson. And the audience 

loved seeing longtime favorite impressionist 

Rich Little. 

Others included Jazz vocalist Clint Holmes, 

showman Earl Turner, songstress Kelly 

Vohnn, the lovely Rita Lim, regular sidekick 

Corrie Sachs, and the incredibly clever 

Dennis Blair who serenaded Bono with an 

original song related to the man who Blair 

suggested worked an hour a week. 

Surprise guests included tuxedo-clad entertainers Vinny Adinofi and 

Chris Phillips aka Zowie Bowie with a special tribute. Frankie Scinta 

sent a message and Entertainment icon Tony Orlando stopped by with 

a congratulations. . 

Treat yourself to a good time at the Dennis Bono Show at South Point 

Hotel. 

Dianne Davis specializes in “senior entertainment” and is the 

Las Vegas Associate Editor of lasvegassplash.com. She hikes, works on 

her stand-up comedy, and looks forward to more travels with her 

husband Burt. 

Ed Mathews: Memories of Suncoast Showroom 

Gaughan directed Mathews that the venue “should have shows for 

seniors.” He wanted to attract Sun City’s audience, Mathews remembers. 

After a lifetime in the competitive record business, Mathews reflected 

on his days producing a trio of weekly shows at 

Suncoast, Sams Town and Gold Coast. “The only 

time I loved my job was when I was working with 

the casinos.” 

“It was a happy time for me, a happy time for Las 

Vegas,” Mathews recalled. He patterned the show after 

the Ed Sullivan show. “They gave me an opportunity 

to show off Las Vegas talent in a wonderful format.” 

“My memories are the people,” Mathews 

reminisces of his Suncoast days, citing music 

directors Ned Mills and the late Bill Fayne before 

rattling off a Who’s Who of local talent. Mathews 

credits the Suncoast’s and other local showrooms for 

allowing local talent to “show the best of themselves 

in a production show.” 

The days of major casinos attracting seniors by offering 

complimentary transportation by the busload and other incentives 

are long gone. Mathews credits Gaughan, now dedicated to the South 

Point, with maintaining a venue emphasizing the senior audience. 

“We had a great thing.” 

Ed Mathews photo by Ed Foster

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Little Eddie 

By: Jonny Bird / Here’s Jonny 

can still remember the smell of the cracked 

I brown leather and cigarette smoke from Little 

Eddie’s secondhand silver wheelchair. Those 

cracks absorbed the smoke from the adults who 

smoked, and they all smoked. 

I hated that smell but loved seeing Eddie. 

My Grandma Millie’s neighborhood was full of kids, and the field 

between my grandma’s house and the Jennings’ house was “home 

base” all summer long. We’d play kickball, baseball, or just tag around 

the broken-down cars, and then cool down with grape Kool-Aid from 

my grandma’s plastic pitcher, or the garden hose at John Decker’s 

house. 

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Each day, Eddie would be pushed out onto the edge of the field by his 

younger but much bigger brother, Anthony. Eddie was older than the 

rest of us kids, but he was smaller than everyone but me. I was always 

the runt of the litter. 

Eddie’s arms were like buggy whips and I’d have to hold his hand up 

to give him a high-five, but I would always see his big smile when our 

hands slapped. 

Even though he was in pain, Little Eddie always had a smile for me. 

He had a smile for everyone. 

Little Eddie had advanced Muscular Dystrophy and couldn’t move 

much by my eighth summer, but he was an inspiration to me. His 

mother would bring out medicine around noon. I didn’t know what it 

was, but it seemed to make him feel better. 

Every day, we’d slap hands, he’d smile, and the rest of us would play. I 

would catch a glimpse of him from time to time and I could tell he was 

hurting. I didn’t understand much about the world, but it sure made 

me sad to see him in pain. 

Little Eddie passed that summer I turned eight, but I never forgot 

how he made me feel when we slapped hands. His smile was bigger 

than the pain, bigger than the disease, and bigger than my loss. He 

helped me learn that tomorrow is never promised to any of us. 

I never forgot that lesson. Bless you, Little Eddie! 

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A Day Late, a Dollar Short 

By: Dianne Hahn / Back in the Days 

got a speeding ticket! I was going 40 in a 35 

I mile zone. Couldn’t believe it! 

I decided on traffic school so my insurance 

rates wouldn’t be affected. When I called, the 

instructor said, “Bring fifteen dollars exactly. 

We don’t have change.” 

I forgot about the exact change part until 

I was walking out of the house the day of. 

I backtracked and went through every purse 

I own - scrounged up $7.45. Then I tackled 

all my coat pockets… another twenty-five 

cents! 

I realized, I’ll have to drive by the ATM, 

however I hate ATMs! Don’t know how to do 

them! 

I suppose even morons know how to drive through an ATM, but not 

this moron! When hubby was alive, he took care of the money. I never 

bothered. 

I drove to the bank with my bank card and started pushing buttons 

at the ATM. The machine was broken! It insisted on giving me a twentydollar 

bill! 

Frustrated, I glanced in my rear-view mirror. A long line of cars had 

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I stretched out the driver’s window to try again. A man suddenly 

stopped beside me, and he had a holstered gun! 

OMG! A robber. I watched him closely so I could fill out a police 

report if he didn’t shoot me! 

The name on his shirt was L-O-O-M-I-S. 

Wait! Loomis is the company that services 

the bank. Thank goodness! Someone called 

to report the broken machine I suspected. 

“I need exactly fifteen dollars,” I explained. 

“The machine won’t give it to me!” 

The man shook his head. Oh no, Now he 

was going to shoot me! 

“Punch twenty dollars into the ATM!” 

Fearfully, I did. 

“Punch in your security code!” The 

machine spit out a twenty dollar bill. 

“The ATM doesn’t dispense money in fifteen-dollar increments,” he 

said. I gasped. “Really? Thanks!” I sped away, and the long line behind 

me moved up one car! 

I bought a package of gum with the twenty dollars and got the rest 

of the change I needed. 

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A Birthday Memory 

By: Pat Alexander / Art of Entertaining 

When I was 22, I began to play cards with my 

90-year-old next door neighbor, August, and 

his girlfriend, Edith, 81. I 

loved my evenings with them and I adored August. 

He was sharp and funny, and candid. He hated 

losing and would blatantly cheat. I occasionally 

called him on it, but I enjoyed him too much to 

really fuss. 

We took turns playing at each other’s houses, 

and the host always provided cake and tea. 

August loved Duncan Hines Spice Cake Mix with 

a confectionary sugar glaze and made it each time 

it was his turn. 

To celebrate my birthday one St. Patrick’s Day, 

he added vivid green food coloring to the cake mix 

and to the glaze. So utterly unappealing, but so 

thoughtful! 

He presented it to me with a green candle atop, and said, “it’s not 

pretty but neither am I and you like me.” He won that night! 

He was a Connecticut Yankee, WASP through and through, no 

nonsense, no frills, plain talk and plain food. I remember once I made 

him a French soup for his birthday (in August as you might suspect). 

He was reluctant to try something new and “foreign”, but his manners 

prevailed. 

“This soup is cold” he complained, but, happily, he loved the 

Vichyssoise and it became “his” dish. Whenever he had a yen, he would 

hint at how good it had tasted, never asking outright, of course. And, of 

course, I would always make it for him. 

My birthday is coming up this month and in 

memory of an old friend, I’ve decided to make 

“his” dish. If you make it, I hope you enjoy it as 

much as August did, and perhaps raise a glass in 

his honor. 

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Haircut Blues 

By: Mike Murphy / Social Insecurity 

Prior to my recent haircut, I decided to do a bit 

of research before venturing out to see what 

the latest suggestions are for older men. I have 

to say I was amazed how the web can have such an abundance of 

suggestions about something so scarce as senior male hair. 

Here’s a sample of a brilliant insight put forth by a so-called expert 

on senior style: “Deciding which type of haircut is right for you can be 

one of the biggest challenges senior men face. A hairstyle that worked 

30 years ago may no longer look as good as it once did.” 

I’ve got news, buddy. When it comes to senior men, nothing works 

or looks as good as it did 30 years ago! 

Another topic listed on a senior website is “How to Care for Mature 

Hair.” Mature hair? If that’s what this little grey sprig is on top of my 

head then I’ll take back my immature hair right this minute! 

Then this title caught my attention: “Trends in Baby Boomer 

Hairstyles.” Well, it’s heartening to know that it’s still possible at my 

age to be trendy at something besides modeling the latest innovations 

in hearing aids. 

One site really got carried away with its declaration “Finding the 

right haircuts for seniors can make you feel like a million bucks.” Uh, 

no, not when everything below my hair makes me feel like two cents. 

A caption on a final site advises “Thinning hair, bald spots, and 

graying are all things senior men need to take into account when 

getting a haircut.” For me, personally, I’d say all of those are relevant, 

plus making sure my hair appointment does not conflict with naptime. 

When I give the hair stylist directions on how I want my hair cut, 

and she nods, I’m pretty sure that as I rattle off specific styles such as 

blocked hairline, tapered hairline, layered, spiked, or high and tight, 

what she actually hears is “The usual old guy haircut.” 

The reason I think that is, no matter what I tell her to do, I always 

end up looking like a dweeb, and I have to blame someone else—it 

can’t be my fault! 

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By: Pat Landaker / Positive Aging 

Since this is an election year, I thought I’d step 

away from my normal focus on Positive Aging 

and write about something that relates to any 

American of voting age. And so, I ask: Can you pass the U.S. citizenship 

test? 

Do you remember what you learned in Civics class? Do you know 

how government works and what the branches of government are? 

I was surprised by what I don’t know about what I should know. I felt 

a bit embarrassed both by my arrogance in assuming I knew and my 

shock at not knowing. Am I qualified to be a U.S. citizen? UGH! 

With elections approaching, it’s a good time to remember what we 

learned in civics class, which in my opinion schools need to bring back. 

Should we have to take a citizenship test before we’re allowed to vote? 

Can you answer these questions? I couldn’t answer most 

of these and many others. 

1. What is the supreme law of the land? 

2. How many voting members make up the House of Representatives? 

3. Does the Pledge of Allegiance show loyalty to the United States or 

the flag? 

4. When was the Constitution written? 

5. Can you name the original 13 states? 

6. Who was President during World War I? 

7. How many amendments does the Constitution have? 

8. Name one of the two longest rivers in the United States? 

9. What’s the name of the national anthem? 

10. Do you know who your council person and state senator are? 

Remember, learning and relearning are keys to Positive Aging! Check 

out the citizenship test for yourself. 

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Can You Pass the U.S 

Citizenship Test? 

Pat Landaker is a Certified Senior Advisor (CSA) and owner of 

Living La Vida Senior, Ageless Aging, and Senior Solutions. She 

also teaches Positive Aging at UNLV/OLLI. Visit www.patlandaker- 

AGEncy.com or email her at: info@patlandakeragency.com. 

On the Air 

Our Positive Aging columnist Pat Landaker with Dr. Keith Whitfield, 

President of UNLV on her radio show “There’s No Aging in Vegas.” They 

discussed brain health and healthy aging; The radio show is now being 

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Help Me Grandma! 

By: Dan Roberts / Publisher 

When it comes to scammers, nothing is sacred – including 

the bond between grandparents and their grandchildren. It’s 

the “Grandparent Scam.” In these scams, scammers pose as 

panicked, desperate grandchildren. 

It starts with a call from the scammer pretending to be your 

grandchild. They’ll tell you they’re in trouble and they need money 

for some emergency. 

And they beg you to keep it secret – due to a court “gag order” 

or perhaps they don’t want their parents (your children) to know. 

For further “proof” they might put another scammer on the 

line who pretends to be a lawyer 

needing the money to represent the 

grandchild in court. 

And to add insult to injury (and 

this is where it gets scary) instead of 

buying gift cards, or wiring money, 

the scammers advise that someone 

will come to your house to pick up 

the cash. 

You know the rest: once you turn 

over the money, you’ve screwed. 

How can you avoid grandparent 

scams ? It really is simple. Take a 

moment to think. 

If someone calls claiming to be your grandchild desperate for 

money: 

1. Resist the urge to act immediately – no matter how 

dramatic the story is. If it is legit, a few hours or a day-or-so won’t 

make a difference. 

2. Verify the caller’s identity. Ask questions to the caller that a 

stranger couldn’t possibly answer. Check the story out with someone 

else in your family even if the caller tells you not to contact anybody. 

3. If the person wants you to send payment via gift 

card, or money transfer – it’s a scam. Come on - You ever hear 

of any legitimate agency or organization willing to be paid by an 

Amazon Gift Card? 

So, what should you do when you get that telephone call? The 

answer is easy: Hang up the phone, hang up the phone 

and… HANG UP THE PHONE! 

One more thing: Check your social media privacy settings 

and limit what you share 

publicly. Even if your settings 

No Grandma, it’s a scam. 

are on private, be careful 

I’m not in a Mexican jail! 

what personal identifiers you 

place on Facebook. 

It’s not just Aunt Alice that 

will admire your pictures 

and postings. Sometimes it’s 

the bad guys.

Is Your Inheritance Properly Protected? 

(And What About Your Children’s Inheritance?) 

By: Jerry Creed / Trust Jerry 

The older generation today is about to transfer 

the greatest concentration of wealth in the 

history of mankind. The question is: Have you properly planned your 

estate? 

If not, the resulting impact on your life and your heirs may be 

devastating. 

“But I already have a Living Trust. Isn’t that enough?” 

Many people have chosen to set up a Living Trust (and rightly so) 

because the Living Trust is the preferred estate plan vehicle for most 

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The problem is that all Living Trust estate plans are not created (or 

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We know this because our law firm regularly reviews hundreds of 

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Even when we find that Trusts were initially drawn properly, many 

have been poorly maintained. 

A poorly drafted or maintained Living Trust may cause 

you and your family needless suffering and unnecessary 

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By: Jane Dow / Mutterings & Musings 

“Oh, Mandy. Well, you came and you gave 

without taking.” 

My sweet dog Mandy came to me not from 

Barry Manilow, but from A Path 4 Paws, a dog rescue in Las Vegas. She 

has blessed my life in ways I could not have imagined. 

She came with the name Mandy. I thought it was sweet and suited 

her, so I kept it. She had a litter mate, Molly, which I also adopted. 

Sadly, after four months, the vet discovered an advanced bladder 

cancer in Molly, and I had to put her down. 

Mandy 

has the 

confirmation 

of a standard 

dachshund 

with the head 

and scent drive 

of a beagle. 

A dangerous 

combination! 

We go for sniffs, 

not walks. 

Four inch 

legs with a nose 

to the ground 

does not make 

for tidy little 

strolls. Plus, 

doxies have ravenous appetites, so anything on the ground (I mean 

anything) is in her mouth before I can scream: Stop! 

Yes, there have been vet bills because of the stuff/crap she has 

ingested. 

But that’s all the negatives about her I can muster. She has slept on 

my bed from day one. Never moving or bothering me. 

The only time she ventures out of her chill demeanor is when we 

get ready to take a walk. Excitement hardly describes it. Running in 

circles. Whimpering. Licking. 

“Hurry, Mommy, I gotta get out and sniff me some sniffs!” I attribute 

her affectionate nature to the old man who raised her. His death gave 

me my Mandy. 

I’ve had other dogs that were not people or dog friendly. Mandy never 

met a person she didn’t lick, bestowing them with wet, sloppy kisses. 

She is shy around big dogs but sniffs butts with little ones. A typical 

day is her wandering from her living room dog bed, to under my bed, 

then the quilt in from of the TV, and finally to a doggie bed in my closet. 

A true wanderer. Mandy, my bestie four-legged friend. 

My final message is: “Don’t Shop. Adopt!” 

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“Oh, Mandy” 

Jane taught high school English and theatre for 30 years. She 

now spends her time being a Toastmaster, enjoying the endless 

entertainment options in our town, attending Pilates classes and 

spoiling her rescue, Mandy. 


The Boys in the Boat 

By: Renee Riendeau / Movie Revelations 

The Race is on! “The Boys in the Boat” is 

a two hour biographical 2023 American sports 

drama filmed and directed by George Clooney 

from a screenplay by Mark L. Smith. The movie is based on the 2013 

book of the same name written by Daniel James Brown. 

During the height of the Great Depression, members of the rowing 

team at the University of Washington were placed in the spotlight as 

they competed for Gold at the 1936 Olympics, held in Hitler’s Berlin. 

The film highlights their journey in the Olympics. Callum Turner 

was featured as Joe Rantz, top rower and Joel Edgerton as coach Al 

Ulbrickson Sr. 

The World Premiere for this film was held in Los Angeles last 

December. It grossed $41 million and received mixed reviews from 

critics. 

The non-fiction novel describes the University of Washington’s crew 

representing the United States in the men’s eight at the Olympics. There 

was an entire section devoted to the boat builder, George Pocock, and 

the working class athlete who involved himself with the builder in 

completing the racing boat. 

This student’s family had effectively abandoned and left him to fend 

for himself at a very young age. He and Pocock worked well together 

making the racing boat glisten and gleam when the boat was finished. 

Grant Heslov as co-producer assisted in choosing the additional cast 

of Peter Guinness, Sam Strike and Jack Mulhern and others. 

This film was an inspirational true story with heart and solid 

craftmanship, but George Clooney, with his traditional approach, 

prevents it from leaving much of an impact. It’s a bit old-fashion, 

relaxing and predictable, and a “feel good” movie. It’s a perfect rainy 

day movie. 

I love true stories and I give “The Boys in the Boat” a 4 on my 5 point 

movie scale. 

Renee Riendeau is the movie reviewer for The Vegas Voice. Renee 

can be reached at rriendeau@aol.com and is anxious to hear 

from you.

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How to Hydrate Like a Boss 

By: Tom Harmon / Lean Dog 

Do you ever feel like a wilted plant on a 

scorching day, desperately in need of some 

H2O love? Yeah, 

we’ve all been there. But fear not, my 

parched pals, I’m about to serve up 

some juicy tips on how to hydrate like 

a boss. 

First up, let’s talk water. But not 

just any water – cool, refreshing, lifegiving 

water. This crystal-clear nectar 

is the MVP of hydration. 

Aim to sip on it throughout the day, 

not just when you’re as dry as a desert. 

A good rule of thumb is to listen to 

your body. 

Thirsty? Drink. Not thirsty? Have a little sip anyway. 

Infused water! Pop some slices of cucumber, lemon, or heck, even a 

sprig of mint in there, and you’ve got yourself a spa in a cup. 

Now, let’s talk food. Yes, you heard me – eat your water. Chow down 

on water-rich fruits and veggies like watermelon, cucumber, oranges, 

and spinach. It’s like a stealth mission for hydration – sneaky but 

effective. 

If you’re sweating up a storm, working out like you’re trying to outdo 

Hercules himself, you gotta top up those electrolytes. Coconut water or 

self-made sports drinks (water with a small pinch of Celtic Sea Salt) 

can be your best buddies. They’re like a pit stop for athletes, keeping 

your engine running smooth. 

Mix up your favorite fruits with some 

ice or coconut water for a tasty treat. It 

also ticks off those hydration boxes. 

For my caffeine fiends, good news 

– your coffee and tea do count. Just 

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stay hydrated. 

So, there you have it, folks. Hydration 

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Carbon Capture Fantasy? 

By: Dan Hyde / Call to Action 

day doesn’t go by when you don’t read or hear 

A about alleged “climate change” and the evils 

of the carbon footprint it produces. Fact is, the 

planet cannot exist without a carbon footprint i.e. 

carbon dioxide. 

In fact if you really want to get technical, the human body is 

fundamentally a “carbon unit” to coin an old Star Trek phrase. So, 

what’s the problem? 

The cliche “Too much of anything is a bad thing” seems applicable. 

There are an estimated 300 million internal combustion and diesel 

powered vehicles operating on American roads. 

Each produces a significant amount of air polluting chemicals 

such as benzene and carbon monoxide to name but a few. When you 

couple that with a total estimated worldwide number of 1.4 billion 

vehicles, then the sheer volume of deadly air pollutants excreted into 

the atmosphere every day is exponentially averse! 

People are aware of governmental edicts mandating the widespread 

deployment of “cleaner” fuel burning vehicles such as electric powered 

cars and trucks. This purportedly would help mitigate the carbon 

problem. 

But few are aware of another type of carbon reduction technology – 

Carbon Capture. It is essentially an extremely elaborate air vacuum 

cleaner! 

This “appliance” that literally sucks the bad carbon out of the air 

resembles a common sound system used at high decibel rock concerts. 

The proprietary technology receives the “bad carbon” and stores it 

at an estimated depth of 8,000 feet underground where is remains 

essentially inert. 

At that depth the CO2 is trapped in an inescapable bed rock “prison.” 

This cutting edge and revolutionary technology is in the early stages of 

widespread use. 

Cost, of course, is a main concern. It is estimated to be on the same 

level of EV production facilities - hundreds of millions of dollars per 

site application. 

If and that’s a big if the technology does as is designed to do, it truly 

would be a game changer and we will all benefit! 

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Bathroom Hazards 

By: Heather Latimer / Heather’s Self-Help Tips 

The bathroom is a dangerous place! According 

to the Center for Disease Control more 

deaths and injuries happen there than anywhere 

else in the house. 

A common mishap occurs because racks for holding lightweight 

towels are mistaken for grab bars designed to support your weight. Grab 

bars are shaped like a tube, usually 5” around, and 18” long. 

If you do not have them already, buy them now. And never use grab 

bars with suction cups. 

Clutching a sliding glass door to gain support as you step in and out 

of the shower is a cause of fatalities according to Safety Circus Report. 

They suggest replacing with a shower curtain. 

Changing position in the shower or standing up in the bathtub can 

be disastrous. First check where the soap is because it often falls in the 

water. 

If it is difficult to obtain a firm grip on the edge of the bathtub when 

trying to get out, drape a damp towel over the edge of the tub and you’ll 

find it easier to hold onto. 

Physical Therapist Don Howard says “Wherever water, soap and bare 

skin are combined in any situation there’s risk of injury. Any floor can 

become slippery when wet. A residue of soap can be present somewhere, 

especially on the soles of your feet.” 

Bringing the Dealership 

to You 

By: BJ Killeen / Down the Road 

Life is easy now. If you want dinner, place your 

order on your food delivery app and a full 

meal arrives in under an hour. 

Need something from a store? Amazon will have it on your doorstep 

overnight. 

But when it comes to vehicle service, many of us are still doing it the 

old way — driving to the dealer, dropping off the vehicle, or sitting and 

waiting for it to be done so we can get on with our day. 

Today there are a few ways we can stay at home and still get our 

vehicles serviced. First is pickup and delivery, offered by some luxury 

automotive brands. 

For example, Lincoln makes it easy when you request service. They 

will send a concierge to your home or business to pick up your ride, 

drop off a courtesy vehicle for you to use, and then bring your vehicle 

back, usually the same day. 

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No fuss, no muss. Genesis, Mercedes-Benz and others do this as well. 

Another option is mobile service. This is where the service department 

comes to you! Mobile service has been around only a short while. It 

started with third-party companies like Amazon, and not from the 

manufacturers. 

It became really popular during COVID, when no one wanted to go 

out in the world. Today, mobile service requests have doubled since it 

was introduced. 

Ford, Lincoln, and others will bring the dealership to your home 

via a large van or smaller SUV, depending on service needs. They can 

perform most maintenance such as oil changes, tire rotations, tune 

ups, software updates and more. Plus, you can use reward points to pay 

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UFO of God 

By: Ali Guggenheim / Psychic Phenomenon 

In 2007, while fishing with co-workers and his 

son on the banks of the Cape Fear River Chris 

Bledsoe, a deeply religious family man, walked 

away from the group. On the verge of fiscal and physical disaster, he 

cried out to God in a desperate plea for help when a UFO appeared, 

saved his life, and cured his 

debilitating chronic disease. 

Four hours later, he found 

his group dismayed, terrified, 

and running for their lives with 

several UFOs chasing them 

home. 

The book “UFO of God” 2023 

(soon to be a movie) “is a true 

story of hope, love, lies, and 

deception, involving the CIA, 

NASA, and a string of professors,” Jim Semivan, former CIA, Clandestine 

Directorate of Operations, warns, “This humble and truthful man’s 

account might change your perspective of all you think you know.” 

UFOs have been appearing throughout history, yet there is no 

science to explain this phenomenon, place it into context, or have the 

understanding of their philosophy to decipher it. It is simply unknown. 

Semivan explained, “Worldwide, governments, scientists, and 

academics are not displaying the courage and fortitude needed to 

accept that this phenomenon is a clear and unalterable part of our 

reality.” 

This narrative of Bledsoe’s unforeseen spiritual awakening with 

the “Lady” is fantastical and complex. “It will raise the bar for UFO 

interactions and demonstrate the interrelationships between various 

phenomena,” claims Rob Freeman, USG Researcher and UFO World 

Explorer. 

“Visiting the site of the initial encounter, Chris turned to me and 

said, ‘Oh, I think they’re here.’ Within a few seconds a UFO appeared 

directly above and zipped off.” 

David Russell, Ph.D. and 

Distinguished Professor, UNC 

says, “The moment that changed 

my life’s course was while sitting 

with Chris in his living room, 

he interrupted our conversation 

and said, “They’re here!” I ran 

outside to find a UFO directly 

above his house, followed by two 

more.” 

There are many more witnesses 

and people that experienced spontaneous healing of debilitating 

diseases and other phenomena that’s been documented. 15 years later, 

the phenomena still visits the Bledsoe family and affects the lives of 

people who come in contact with them. 

To contact Ali or for spiritual consultations, coaching, workshops 

and readings, email: alivegasvoice@yahoo.com. 

Not Your Parents’ Library! 

Marcie Smedley, Executive Director of the Henderson Library is joined 

by our Vegas Voice Vice President Dianne David at last month’s People 

& Places podcast. Marcie explained all the great activities provided by 

the library. Suffice to say, it’s not just books. 

You can listen to the podcast on our website:thevegasvoice.net. 

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By: Bruce Ewing / Having Faith 

This season is an important time for many 

faiths. 

March 10th marks the beginning of Ramadan, 

when Muslims worldwide fast, pray and reflect. The Christian Faith is 

currently in the season of Lent — 40 days leading to Holy Week & 

Easter, remembering Jesus’ 40 days of fasting in the desert. 

Although it is not currently common practice for Christians to fast, 

it is a time to reflect, pray and grow in loving ways. Holy Thursday, 

just before Easter, is remembering the Jewish Passover meal that Jesus 

shared with his friends on the night that he was later betrayed and 

imprisoned. 

Passover, which falls in April this year, celebrates the biblical story 

of the Israelites’ escape from slavery in Egypt. The history is shared at 

the Passover table, as well as the reviewing of questions important to 

the faith. 

These three religious 

holidays have a lot in 

common. We all take time to 

remember, to reflect, to pray 

and learn. 

“What are you giving up 

for Lent?” was a common 

question among my friends 

when I was younger. The idea 

was to deprive yourself of 

something and to learn from 

the deprivation. 

That never made sense to 

me. As a Jesus-follower I find 

it more important to reflect on 

questions of life through the lens of love. 

As I approach this season, the current state of our world, our country, 

and our community weigh heavily on my heart. What bothers me most 

right now is not only the rising tensions politically, but more so, the 

fueled hatred based on bigotry. 

My heart is heavy as I see excessive hateful talk and actions directed 

toward African Americans, Jews, Asians and women. It is all so sad, 

unnecessary and against the basic tenets of humanity! 

It is so against the law of LOVE! 

Each day during Lent, I will spend time reflecting on this. Why is 

there such a resurgence of this kind of hatred? 

How can I look for loving ways to push against the hate, and to 

personally do better each day? I invite you to join me. I’ll write more 

about what I learned next month. 

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THE SAINT & THE SINNER 

Important Season Approaches 

Bruce Ewing - a singer/actor since the age of 12, has appeared in 

“Forever Plaid, Phantom, and The Phat Pack. He still sings where/ 

when asked as well as teaching at OLLI/UNLV 

Spring Clean Your Sex Life 

By: Lauren Tallman / Erotic Las Vegas 

As the temperature starts to climb this time of 

year, so does our libido. What better time to 

spring clean your sex life? 

In the bedroom, open the windows, rip off the sheets, and make some 

sexy changes to your sanctuary surroundings. Create a sex nook in 

the corner of the room and fill the space with luxurious throws, erotic 

literature, and titillating toys. . 

“Novelty is not essential, but every now and then it gives us a new 

zest,” says sex therapist and hypnotherapist Dr Janet Hall. 

You can also refresh your bedroom with romantic items like black 

silky satin sheets and soft swaying curtains. Candles are always ideal to 

cast softer lighting and throw flowing shadows across your body. 

Blooming plants and flowers can also help your sensuality take root. 

“It’s been proven that plants can do everything from reduce stress and 

improve your mood to absorb toxins and even reduce noise levels (if 

you know what I mean),” Shellie R. Warren, PCC told xonecole.com. 

“So, why not put a snake plant on your nightstands or place an 

English ivy or Gardenia in a corner of the room? It can bring peace to 

your boudoir and make it feel so warm and comfy that you’ll want to 

cuddle up with your partner - and then some.” 

“Dusters aren’t just for spring cleaning,” JoDivine.com’s Megan 

Barnett asserts. “Tease your partner with flirtatious feathers, such as 

the Sex & Mischief Feather Tickler. Fluttering the feathered tip across 

your partner’s sensitive skin will drive them wild, sending new pleasure 

sensations right to their core.” 

Spring is also a time to find a signature “sex scent.” Search for new 

perfumes or essential oils with notes of tangerine, jasmine, lavender, or 

rose. Spray or dab them across your chest, stomach and pelvis and let 

your partner follow their nose. 

Last, create a sex shelf in your refrigerator and stock it with proven 

aphrodisiacs such as fat figs, pomegranates, oysters, spicy chili peppers, 

and chilled strawberries. Cool whipped cream, sweet honey and iced 

chocolate frosting are the perfect condiments to cool hot bodies on a 

warm spring night. 

Let the Spring come! 

Lauren Tallman is founder of the Erotic Writers Group of Las Vegas 

and author of “Harem of the Dragon,” “Come Again?,” and “How 

to Have an Affair and Not Get Caught.” Visit her website: laurentallman.com.

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The Lighter Side of Senior Sex 

By: Adrea Nairne-Barrera / Senior Moments 

As we all have read, a sex life should be enjoyed 

for as long as you are able. Your endorphins 

love it and those connections with someone you 

love makes your life that much better. 

However, no one 

talks about the lack of 

coordination when you 

are arthritic or the lack 

of strength in your knees 

when required. Kissing 

and stretching to reach 

special places creates new 

challenges too. 

Suddenly, in the middle 

of it all, you hear an 

“ouch” or a groan and 

push on anyway so as 

not to ruin the moment 

for your partner. Thank 

goodness the lights are 

dim and no one can see your face all scrunched up. 

Body shaming is a thing of the past, no need to worry about that now. 

The changes that happened over the years lead to directing each other 

to new places that gravity hit. Things are squishier and flop differently. 

Sooner or later you’ll have the discussion about what positions 

actually work. Scissors may be the “go to” and animal poses don’t do 

it anymore. You are permitted animal noises although the first order of 

business is to determine if your body will agree to bend. 

Talking about it starts 

off seriously and usually 

evolves into hysterical 

laughter. There is no way 

to be offended because 

there’s no one to blame. 

Whatever you did or 

experimented with at 

20 or 30 is not going to 

happen no matter how 

much ibuprofen you take. 

We never explain 

anything to the kids who 

are now in their 40’s and 

50’s because they cringe 

at the thought. You will 

forever hold the secret of senior gymnastics private. 

Sex can be full-on, full-speed ahead or it can be a cuddle fest. It doesn’t 

much matter anymore. We’ve earned the right to be uncoordinated. 

Alexa can give you all the mood music you could ever want and a 

drink can mellow and relax you, so setting your expectations on just 

plain enjoying yourselves, and the intimacy of being together, can turn 

the moment into a party. 

Andrea brings a unique perspective on our tilted look at senior 

life. 

Quiet on the Set 

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Winters is interviewed by our “That’s Entertainment” columnist Dianne 

Davis. You can watch this great interview on our YouTube channel 

(YouTube.com/c/VegasVoiceTV) or on our website:thevegasvoice.net.

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The Influence of MAGIC 

By: Lisa Kemmerling / Fashion Couture 

Paris Fashion Week is the hottest ticket in town 

if you’re into Fashion. Even if you’re not 

into fashion we still need everyday clothing and 

jackets to stay warm. 

But without the fabulous designers creating new looks for every 

season, there wouldn’t be a wonderful show held right in our own 

backyard of Las Vegas, called the MAGIC show. More about that later. 

Believe it or not, fashion can be dated back to ancient Rome and 

Egypt. I learned that a toga was a symbol of Roman citizenship. 

Traveling to Italy lately, I can assure you that I’ve not seen any togas 

on people - unless they were a statue. 

Living the Jetsons’ Life 

By: Linda Bateman-Gomez / Timeless Beauty 

For many of us born in the ‘50s, the idea of 

robots was a fun fantasy. 

As children we were introduced to robots with 

a cartoon called the Jetsons, a family living and 

working in space. The Jetsons had a maid named Rosie. She was a 

robot performing daily chores. 

Fast forward to 2024 and robots doing daily chores is no longer a 

fantasy but a reality. 

The technology for beauty robots is here. Perhaps not quite perfect, 

you can have your nails painted by a robot right here in Las Vegas! 

A company called Clockwork (LikeClockwork.com) has a robot that 

paints your nails in 10 minutes for $10.00. While they only have about 

8 locations nationwide, one of their locations is in Terminal 1 near 

gate B15 at Harry Reid airport. 

Often I am asked why is fashion important at all? Because it’s a 

visual marker of how far human evolution has come. 

What used to be considered a necessary tool in our lives has now 

become a way for self-expression, identity and ways of showing changes 

in social norms. Many important designers came out of the 1950s, - 

Dior, Balenciaga, Givenchy and many more. 

As each decade has made some impact into fashion, the styles have 

changed with the times. I’m pretty certain that King Louis XIV, who 

paid large sums of money for the finest of fashions, would be mortified 

with the 2000s and beyond as anything goes, with no fashion rules or 

guidelines. 

As a devoted fashion follower and stylist, I am fortunate to attend 

the MAGIC trade show every August and February. At one time MAGIC 

featured only men’s clothing and accessories, and now it covers men, 

women and children’s apparel as well as footwear. 

It’s an exciting time to see all the styles that will arrive in stores in 

the future and sometimes we get to meet some of the designers from 

around the world. Unfortunately there’s not enough space to write 

about all the fashion icons, designers, and styles so I’ll leave you with 

this one thought - what does Art, the Movies and Music all have in 

common? Fashion of course! 

Lisa Kemmerling is the owner of Clean Lines Fashion Consulting, 

helping individuals with their packing needs for travel, as 

well as finding current styles for both men & women. You can 

contact her at: lisa@cleanlinesfashion.com or 925/518-4950. 

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This is an express paint and go, so don’t expect a massage or cuticle 

cleanup. But if you are on the run and need a quick polish, this robot 

is for you. 

Robots are no longer a fantasy and I suspect things will evolve even 

further in a few short years. While technology is exciting, I’m an old 

fashion kind of girl. 

I enjoy chatting with people. When given the option, I never use selfcheckout, 

I like interacting with the checkout people. 

I’m old enough to remember when there was a person to fill your 

car with gas, check your oil and wash your windshield. I miss those 

days. For future generations, I suspect many of the services we have 

today may be lost. 

By the way, I didn’t go looking for robots that could do beauty 

functions for this article. I was sent the links by my 13-year-old 

granddaughter who was excited to share this info. 

For my granddaughter’s generation, robots doing daily functions 

and using AI will just be the norm. They may never know the fun of 

random chit-chat at your local store or salon. 

That makes me sad, but we all adjust. Next time I’m in Terminal 1 at 

the airport, I might just have to try the nail painting robot. 

Linda Bateman-Gomez has an international beauty company 

based in Las Vegas that specializes in cosmetics and other beauty 

products. Contact Linda at TimelessBeauty2020@gmail.com or 

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Why You Should Get Help For Your Mental Health 

By: Stan Popovich / Your Mental Health 

Many people underestimate the impact that 

mental illness can have on an individual or 

family. 

Her are six reasons why you 

should make your mental 

health an important priority 

in your life. 

1. Your situation will 

improve if you get help: 

Your anxieties and fears can 

be challenging to manage 

and more than likely you will 

need some help. Just as you 

talk to your doctor about your 

regular health, you should not 

be hesitant in seeking help for 

your mental health. 

2. Drugs and alcohol 

are not the answer: Drugs 

and alcohol can make your 

problems more complicated. Many people have said that drugs and 

alcohol will only add more problems to your situation. 

3. You will save time and money: Eventually, you will have to 

confront your fears and mental health issues. Save yourself the time 

and heartache and confront your problems now rather than later. 

4. You are not alone: Everyone deals with fear, stress, and anxiety 

in one’s life, whether your friends and others care to admit it. In 

addition, do not be embarrassed that you are getting help. 

We all learn new things from others on a daily basis and learning 

how to manage your anxieties 

is no different. 

5. Do not make the 

mistake of doing nothing: 

There are many people who 

struggled with anxiety and 

other mental health related 

issues, and they tried to ignore 

their problems. As a result, 

some of these people struggled 

on a daily basis and eventually 

things became more difficult. 

6. You have a variety 

of options: There are many 

mental health support groups, 

organizations, and counselors 

in your area that can help get 

your life back on track. Talk to 

your doctor to get more details on where you can go for some assistance. 

Stan Popovich is the author of “A Layman’s Guide to Managing 

Fear.” His website is: http://www.managingfear.com 

By: Mary Richard / Health Fitness 

March! Spring is right around the corner. I 

absolutely love Spring as it’s an indication 

of the warmer 

weather to come. 

Yes, I truly love the warmer 

weather. I’m originally from the 

East Coast and I happily moved 

away from that snow, sleet and ice 

many moon 

Springtime is a great time to 

reflect on the previous year and 

plan goals for this year. I plan to 

be thankful for each day and try to 

learn a new word each day. I’m one 

who still has a dictionary and enjoy 

opening it up to a random page 

and point to any word. Interesting 

what you find! 

I also plan on learning new recipes. I love to watch the Food Network 

and learn new techniques. Interesting what these foodies come up with! 

I’m not much for eating out, so I enjoy cooking. Freezing extra 

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March it Out! 


servings is my specialty and I enjoy making more than a single serving 

and placing the rest in the freezer for future use. 

With being blessed with good health at this tender senior age, I plan 

on continuing my Zumba, balance 

and dance classes, as well as my 

ushering job at The Smith Center. 

Long ago I learned that by 

keeping both body and mind active 

it will help to keep me young! 

Well, at least as healthy as I can 

hopefully be! 

Now is a new year 2024 and time 

to refresh, rejoin, re-access and 

rejuvenate. 

Enjoy life - as it is short and we 

are not promised tomorrow! 

POSITIVE ATTITUDE AND 

HAPPY HEALTH TO ALL! 

Mary Richard is a long term supporter of senior fitness. She 

teaches Zumba, toning and dance classes throughout the Las 

Vegas Valley.

The Grandma’s Guide to Gorgeous 

By: Susan Goldfein / Susan’s Unfiltered Wit 

It has come to my attention that my fashion 

image is in serious need of a makeover. 

My entire wardrobe, which I believed to be 

tasteful and age-appropriate, is, in fact, quite boring. And boring is not 

the look for which I was striving. 

This epiphany dawned on me via a newspaper article featuring 

women ranging in age from 60 to 94. Their 

unique sense of style has made them internet 

stars, thereby anointing them as the fashion 

influencers for the Medicare set. 

All the women in said article, when not 

rummaging in consignment shops for gently 

used Comme des Garcons, or Goodwill racks 

for someone’s granddaughter’s frayed jeans, are 

also bloggers. Well, I blog too! So, what’s keeping 

me from becoming a geriatric sensation? 

Tempted, but timid, I launched an inquiry 

into what made these women notable. I needed 

fashion confidence to become an Instagram 

icon. After reading the blogs and scrutinizing 

the photos, I’ve figured it out. 

Below is my “Baker’s Dozen” list for transforming into an audacious, 

subversive, riveting, cool, and attention-grabbing granny! 

1. Abandon basic blacks, whites, and grays. Replace them with wild, 

colorful prints and things that don’t match. 

2. Forego modesty and display body parts which you have hidden 

for decades. 

3. Gray hair is acceptable if cut very short. Cropped bangs and shaved 

sides are uber cool. Wear it long and let it go completely wild or pile 

it like a bird’s nest atop the head. Purple streaks get you bonus points. 

4. Forget demure earrings; purchase hoops -- the bigger the better. 

If you can find a pair that looks like it could double as a parakeet 

perch, you’re solid. For a change of pace, switch to a long, dangling 

chandelier style. Extra points for a pair that appears it was plucked 

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columnists? Did anyone get 

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from Carmen Miranda’s hat. 

5. Wear plenty of wide bracelets. On both wrists. If the bracelets weigh 

enough, they’re also useful for bicep curls. 

6. Consider multiple necklaces and make sure they’re really chunky. 

They also serve to ward off unwanted hugs. 

7. Acquire a hat collection. The sillier the better. Turbans and 

baseball caps also are acceptable. 

8. Even if your vision is perfect, one or two pairs 

of eyeglasses the size of Mack truck headlights 

are a must. Black frames are best, but bright red 

with matching lipstick is also a head-turner. 

9. Accessorize plain street clothes with color. 

A pair of elbow length gloves in fuchsia will do 

the trick. 

10. No naked fingers! Flaunt multiple rings 

with large stones. They’re also a handy weapon 

in case of a mugging. Blood red nail polish puts 

the otherwise ordinary hand over the top! 

11. Sport torn denim and tee shirts with 

messages. A white tee with “Be A Slut” written 

in chartreuse cursive script is a guaranteed eyecatcher. 

12. Top off your mismatched outfit with an 

oversized cape. Add a mask and it becomes a Zorro disguise for your 

next costume ball. 

13. Wear an evening gown with high top sneakers. 

Transformation from ordinary to extraordinary isn’t easy, but worth 

the effort. So, join me at the thrift shop. Why go gentle into that good 

night when all it takes is the perfect shocking orange vintage handbag? 

Susan Goldfein’s newest book, Laughing My Way Through the 

Third Stage, is available at Amazon.com, BN.com, Read her blog 

at: www.SusansUnfilteredWit.com. Email Susan: SusanGoldfein@ 

aol.com. 

Our Vegas Voice 

columnist Susan 

Goldfein’s recently 

released her new book 

of humorous essays. It’s 

a laugh-out-loud take 

on getting older. Join 

her on her personal, 

but highly relatable, 

journey through the 

decades. Available 

now on Amazon in 

both soft-cover and 

eBook versions, it will 

definitely lighten up 

the “golden years.” 

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Social Media and the Transition 

By: Chuck Dean / Vet 2 Vet 

When several soon-to-be veterans (those 

leaving active duty) were asked what their 

greatest fears are in getting out, the two most 

prevalent answers were: 

1. Getting in a position to enter the civilian 

job market and 

2. What is the most effective way to use social 

media in that challenge. 

I suppose these two could go hand-in-hand, 

since we are embroiled in the digital age to 

the nth degree. Without a doubt, using social 

media is the only way to proceed. It cuts a lot 

of corners, and can allow a vet to better target 

his market point. 

It has been rightfully said that veterans 

tend to be at a competitive disadvantage when it comes to competing 

for employment. Their commitment to service took them out of the 

workplace, while their civilian counterparts were spending time 

learning how to navigate the complexities of social networking. The 

veteran was focused on doing a job to protect our country. 

Today, social media is part of our lives. From finding a job to finding 

housing to finding new friends, people use social media to proactively 

position themselves to attract audiences that they want to find them. 

Here’s a couple of tips that I’ve found by, yes, you guessed it…using 

the Internet. 

Build a civilian “You”: Create a “brand” of who you are, and 

how you want people to perceive you…especially anyone that may 

want to hire you. Personal branding is critical 

for veterans. 

Military culture does not support 

individualism, so it puts you at a disadvantage 

when needing to broadcast your value to target 

employers. Generally, recruiters are using three 

platforms: LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter. 

So, as you build your profiles online, make 

sure you have a presence on these platforms 

and consider how you want to be perceived by 

the employers you will target. 

Be Findable: Many recruiters use technology—like Monster to 

search across all social media profiles to find candidates. Using the 

right keywords on your profile help employers find you. 

Chuck Dean served as an Army paratrooper in Vietnam and 

through that experience was led to address the many transitional 

issues veterans struggle with. He is the author of several important 

books for veterans. 

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The U.S. Census 

By: Craig Smith / Exploring Your Roots 

The U.S. Census can be a valuable resource 

for genealogy research, providing a wealth of 

information about individuals and families over 

time. Here are some steps to effectively use the 

U.S. Census for genealogy research: 

Start with the Latest Census: Begin with the most recent 

available census data and work backward in time. The latest available 

census is typically released every 10 years, but the most recent data 

might not be immediately accessible due to privacy restrictions. Note 

that the most recent available census is 1950. 

Identify Ancestors: Start with what you know about your 

ancestors and work to identify them in the census records. Look for 

names, birthplaces, ages, and other relevant details. 

Use Census Indexes: Utilize online census indexes and databases 

to make your search more efficient. Websites like Ancestry.com, 

FamilySearch.org, and Heritage Quest Online provide searchable 

databases of census records. 

Understand Census Columns: Familiarize yourself with the 

various columns and information recorded in each census year. This 

may include names, ages, birthplaces, occupations, marital status, and 

relationships within the household. 

Take Note of Neighbors: Pay attention to the neighbors listed on 

the census page. Relatives often lived in close proximity to one another, 

so exploring the households nearby may reveal additional family 

members. 

Stay Flexible with Spelling and Dates: Be flexible with name 

spellings and birthdates. Census enumerators might have recorded 

information phonetically, and individuals may not have accurately 

reported their ages. 

Remember that genealogy research can be a gradual process, and 

patience is key. 

Craig Smith is the President of the Clark County Nevada 

Genealogical Society. Craig can be contacted at president@ccngs. 

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By: Kathy Manney / Around Our World 

In Sedona’s azure sky brightness sits the chapel 

Arizonans. It was voted one of the state’s Seven 

Man-Made Wonders. The Chapel of the Holy Cross is built against a 

backdrop of red rocks and is Sedona’s most recognized and beloved 

attraction. 

To reach the chapel, we traveled around a series of wide, swooping 

turns that followed a sculpted cliff line overlooking Sedona. The 

beautifully designed Chapel of the Holy Cross is distinctively built high 

into Sedona’s rocky cliffs and seen for miles. 

It was contracted by local rancher and sculptor Marguerite Brunswig 

Staude, who in 1932 was inspired to build the church after seeing 

the construction of the Empire State Building. Before World War 

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Sedona’s Most Beloved 

Attraction 

II interrupted 

the plan, her 

proposal was to 

build a church 

in Budapest, 

Hungary. 

The changed 

proposal was to 

then build the 

church in her 

native Arizona. It 

took the assistance 

of the late Senator 

Barry Goldwater to 

obtain a specialuse 

permit to 

build the chapel on Coconino National Forest land - a location chosen 

for its beauty and picturesque view where the grandeur of immense 

space lifts spirits. 

Without the use of dynamite, twenty-five tons of rock was relocated. It 

took 18-months to complete the chapel in 1956, at a cost of $300,000.00. 

The following year, the American Institute of Architects gave the chapel 

its Award of Honor. 

As the sculptor said, “Though Catholic in faith, as a work of art, the 

Chapel has a universal appeal. Its doors will ever be open to one and 

all, regardless of creed, that God may come to life in the souls of all 

men and be a living reality.” 

The artsy tourist town of Sedona is clean and well-kept with plenty 

of overhead sky with an attractive main drag lined with storefronts 

housing interesting boutiques and gifts shops. Around Easter, tourists 

the world-over flock to the American Southwest, not only for its rare 

beauty, its vastness and year round sunshine, but to visit Sedona and 

the Chapel of the Holy Cross. 

Kathy draws her articles from a diverse personal background. She 

hopes readers enjoy her column as much as she enjoys the writing and 

sharing. 

When Your Knees Hurt 

By: Kyo Mitchell / A Healthier You 

As many individuals get older, their knees begin 

to hurt. While there are many causes for knee 

pain, one of the most common is a problem with 

the meniscus. 

Situated between the femur (thigh bone) and the tibial (leg bone) 

is a tough cartilaginous piece of tissue known as a meniscus. The 

meniscus is seen and having two parts - a lateral or outside portion 

and a medial or inside portion. 

The purpose of the meniscus is to serve as a shock absorber between 

the femur and tibia. For example, if you were to jump up and down and 

you did not have a meniscus, the femur and tibia would slam into one 

another causing damage to one or both. 

The meniscus, like many parts of the body, undergoes a lot of wear 

and tear through the continual use of the knees and legs. The wear 

and tear on the meniscus can be further exacerbated by injury. 

The most common injury is a shearing effect on the meniscus. 

This happens when a person turns their body while keeping their foot 

planted. During this process, the femur rotates while the tibia stays 

stationary - compressing and shearing the meniscus. 

Can the meniscus repair itself? The answer is it depends on where the 

injury occurred and how extensive it is. 

Approximately one third of the tissue that makes up the meniscus 

has a direct blood supply. The other two thirds does not have a direct 

blood supply. 

This is important because tissue which is avascular (without a direct 

blood supply) takes much longer to heal or may not heal at all. 

If the injury is in the vascular area and it is not too extensive, there 

is a possibility it will heal on its own. If it is in the avascular or it is too 

extensive, surgery it usually required. 

This surgery may be simpler where the surgeon shaves down the 

damaged part of the meniscus or more extensive which many people 

call “bone on bone” where the knee needs to be replaced. 

Dr. Kyo Mitchell served as faculty at Bastyr University in Seattle 

and Wongu University in Las Vegas for over a decade. Dr. Mitchell 

practices in Summerlin and can be reached at 702-481-6216 or 

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It’s Now Growing Season 

By: Howard Galin / Happy Gardening 

March is the first full month of the 2024 

growing season. 

Before starting your gardening, make certain 

that you have properly applied any soil additives and fertilizer, reprogrammed 

your irrigation, and removed any left-over winter 

related damage. Once completed, it is time to plan 

your “landscape strategy.” 

When planning new additions or upgrades, it is 

important to understand various factors that may 

affect your Las Vegas landscape. 

The USDA Plant Hardiness Zone for our 

community is 9b (30F-90F). Combine this with the intensity of the 

summer sun, strong winds, and low humidity, you must give thought 

to what and where to plant. 

Partial sun exposure means less than 4 hours per day while full sun 

means 6+ hours. You must keep in mind that the most intense and 

damaging sun exposure occurs between 2-4pm. 

Read the planting instructions to ascertain each plant’s 

appropriateness. Just because a garden center sells a particular plant 

(such as hibiscus, purple plum or magnolias), it does NOT mean it 

will actually survive! 

Names of plants can also be confusing! Sago palms are NOT palms 

(and do NOT like intense sunlight), Red Yucca are not yuccas, and 

Mexican Bird of Paradise will flourish in our gardens but Tropical 

Bird of Paradise will die! 

No palm tree is indigenous to Nevada and none are drought tolerant. 

The Mediterranean Fan Palm will do well here but the Queen Palm 

will be severely damaged by freezing temperatures or direct intense 

sunlight. 

Make certain what your HOA permits before purchasing. Do NOT 

plant cactus, yucca or agave near pedestrian 

walkways where people or pets can get hurt. Do NOT 

plant “messy” trees such as African Sumac, Mesquite 

or Pepper Trees near pools or near entrances since 

they are constantly dropping foliage. 

When planting fruits, vegetables or flowers, make 

certain they receive appropriate amounts of sunshine. All fruits and 

vegetables need 6+ hours while gardenias need only 2 hours. 

Choose your locations carefully! Look around and you’ll see palms 

growing above roof tops and Cypress Trees penetrating the eaves of 

houses! Poor locations! 

Remember: Plan Before You Plant! 

Have a question? Contact me at: ThePlantWhisperer28@gmail. 

com. 

Howard Galin is a University of Nevada certified Master 

Gardener who lectures on, and writes about native plants and 

desert landscaping 

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Fantastic Long Cruises 

By: Stu Cooper / Happy Adventures 

The longest cruise I’ve ever taken was twelve 

nights. They were in Europe and I was able 

to see many ports in the Mediterranean, and all 

around the United Kingdom and Ireland. It was 

fantastic. 

The Vegas Voyagers has a 16 night Hawaiian Island cruise coming 

up next February 9 – 25, 2025. And it is likely Sharon and I will escort 

this group. Sixteen nights is a long time to be away especially since we 

are still actively working on Vegas Voyager trips and tours. 

It does seem, however, that many of our Vegas Voyagers like the 

longer cruises. We have close to 20 “Voyagers” getting ready for a 32 

night South Pacific cruise in April. 

Readers like these cruises 

because they can settle in to 

the 

daily 

routines of cruise 

life. They can 

unpack suitcases 

just once and get comfortable in their stateroom. And over the longer 

period, they can get to many destinations. 

And this upcoming 32-night cruise is not the longest we planned for 

some of our Vegas Voyagers. I remember planning a 44-night cruise 

for a “Voyager” couple that started in Galveston, Texas and ended in 

Singapore. 

This cruise crossed the Atlantic Ocean, sailed into the Mediterranean 

Sea, transited the Suez Canal, sailed around India into the Indian 

Ocean, cruised through Indonesia and ended in Singapore. Now that’s 

a cruise! 

Oh, and after this couple finished the cruise, they flew from Singapore 

to New Delhi and spent five nights visiting the Taj Mahal. Only then did 

they fly home to Las Vegas. 

If you have the time and like to cruise, then the longer cruises are 

for you. We’ll have more information on a number of longer cruises 

in future issues, especially a 16 night Alaska cruise roundtrip from Los 

Angeles the end of August 2025. 

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Hate & Fear 

By: Liz Breier / This & That 

You’ve got to be taught to hate and fear, 

you’ve got to be taught from year to year, 

it’s got to be drummed in your dear little 

ear— you’ve got to be carefully taught! 

You’ve got to be taught to be afraid of people whose eyes are 

oddly made, and people whose skin is 

a different shade — You’ve got to be 

carefully taught. 

You’ve got to be taught before it’s too 

late, Before you are six or seven or eight, 

To hate all the people your relatives hate 

— You’ve got to be carefully taught! 

Growing up, I loved listening to albums 

of Broadway shows, and one of my favorites is, South Pacific. Rogers & 

Hammerstein wrote the music and lyrics of this classic. 

I listened to the album over and over in my bedroom and to this day, 

know every word of each song. The lyrics quoted above have always 

stayed with me. 

Maybe because I was not raised that way. No one in my family ever 

referred to anyone with an adjective. 

It was more a MLK attitude of character vs. color (or religion or 

ethnicity). I preface my article with this because I want to be clear to 

Vegas Voice readers that my sadness and outrage at the October 7 attack 

in Israel is not just because it was my fellow Jews that were beheaded, 

burned, raped, shot and taken hostage. 

It is because no one should suffer that treatment. Anyone who would 

intentionally and unprovoked attack innocent, unarmed civilians is 

barbaric. 

War is ugly and mean. Over the centuries, as humankind has 

developed more sophisticated ways of hurting each other, from rocks 

and sticks to bows and arrows, bayonets, firearms, ovens, gas chambers, 

atomic bombs, the ugliness grows more and more atrocious. 

In a perfect world, there would be no 

war, but sadly that is not reality. 

All this said, I also believe in defense. If 

someone hits me, I will put up my arms 

to defend myself. If they hit me again, 

I would strike back with the strongest 

measure I have at my disposal - be it fist 

or firearm. 

I would not, however, sit back and let someone pummel me without 

retaliation. If I am being hurt, I will not consider the source, or in any 

way temper my response because of who or what that individual may 

be. 

Certainly, I expect no less from Israel. 

Israel’s self-defense may seem harsh to some, but I do not see any 

alternative for the lives of the remaining hostages and the citizens of 

Israel (which includes many ethnicities, not just Jews) to do what must 

be done to secure themselves. 

This is especially true because the attackers have stated unequivocally 

that they will do it again and again. If anyone chooses to not believe 

the atrocities of October 7 and beyond, then I fear they are being less 

than honest with themselves and may, unfortunately have succumbed 

to “being taught to hate and fear.” 

Liz Breier is an ex-New Yorker who retired to Florida for 24 years 

before deciding that Nevada means home to her. You can contact 

Liz at: bluesky090372@gmail.com. 

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A Good Luck Toast 

Maria Bailey, CEO Success City Online and Publisher Dan share a 

toast prior to their videotaping. Maria and Dan will be hosting the first 

ever Unlocking the Booming Senior Market Seminar at the Sahara 

Library on March 26 th (See next page).

Dan Roberts 

Publisher of The Vegas Voice 

Recognized as the country's largest and most successful senior media 

company, Dan and his team serve the market with their award-winning 

magazine, podcasts, video channel, radio show, and entertainment 

production company. 

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Example, index. 

Extra, Extra, Read All About It! 

By: Nedra Paschal / Paschal’s Puzzle 

Each answer word will contain “ex.” For 

instance: An _________ might be to use 

one’s _______ finger to point the way. Answers: 

1. What’s _______ on your agenda? 

2. “All my ______ live in ______.” 

3. She’s no _______, but she does know something. For instance, 

the opposite of inhale is_____. 

4. “An __________ to the rule” might be one’s ability to 

__________ strenuously without raising a sweat. 

5. What a dentist sometimes has to do: _________ a tooth. 

6. Breakfast cereal by General Mills: _______. Children are 

_________ to eat this cereal. 

7. Napoleon Bonaparte was __________ to St. Helena Island in 

1815. 

8. I had an eye _________ the other day. They recommended 

___________ my old glasses for new ones. 

9. In algebra a small number up and to the right of a regular number 

is called its ___________. 

10. This is not _________ what was intended, but by being 

___________ maybe one can understand it. 

11. When ______ season comes around it might be best to hire an 

________ advisor/preparer. 

12. A house divided into two apartments is called a __________. 

13. It was an __________ performance by ______ Harrison in 

the 1964 movie “My Fair Lady.” 

14. A person using both hands with equal ease is said to be 

________________. 

15. Taken out of _________ many facts, and especially political 

statements, may be ________. 

16. U.S. neighbor to the south: __________. 

17. Little Lucy was very _________. Her mom had __________ 

to her how to make ice cream. 

18. The art _________ at MOMA is very ___________, 

covering a wide range of artists.. 

19. Author of books, including the No.1 Ladies Detective Agency 

series: ______McCall Smith. 

20. I can’t afford that. It’s way too ________! (But it _________ 

my feelings.) 

ANSWERS 

1. Next; 2. Exes, Texas; 3. Expert, exhale; 4. Exception, 

exercise; 5. Extract; 6. Chex, expected; 7. Exiled; 8. Exam 

(or examination), exchanging; 9. Exponent; 10. Exactly, 

flexible; 11. Tax, expert; 12. Duplex; 13. Excellent, Rex; 

14. Ambidextrous; 15. Context, exaggerated; 16. Mexico; 

17. Excited, explained; 18. Exhibited (or exhibition), 

extensive; 19. Alexander; 20. Expensive, expresses 

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Pop Music Quiz 

By: Mark Richards / Games & Shows 

Can you name the artist(s) who recorded these 

1950s and 1960s songs? How many do you 

know? Answers below. 

1. Chantilly Lace _____________ 

2. Downtown______________ 

3. Little Star ____________ 

4. Witch Doctor _____________ 

5. Since I don’t have you __________ 

6. Only You ___________ 

7. Purple People Eater _________ 

8. Angel Baby ____________ 

9. Kansas City _____________ 

10. Cherry Pie _____________ 

11. Queen of the Hop __________ 

12. Sleep Walk ____________ 

13. The Stroll ____________ 

14. Who’s Sorry Now? _________ 

15. Short Shorts __________ 

ANSWERS 

1. Big Bopper 2. Petula Clark 3.The Elegants 4. David 

Seville 5. The Skyliners 6.The Platters 7. Sheb Wooly 8. Rosie 

and the Originals 9. Wilbur Harrison 10. Skip and Flip 11. 

Bobby Darin 12. Santo and Johnny 13. The Diamonds 14. 

Connie Francis 15. The Royal Teens 

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