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Letter to the Editor: It’s Time for Luján to Take Action

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By JIM REDMAN
Los Alamos
 
In response to: “Luján: It’s Time House Republicans End Political Games, Allow Vote to End Shutdown” (Oct. 5 ladailypost.com)
I’m excited that not only is U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján in favor of re-opening the US government but has been presented with an opportunity to advance a solution. This also allows him to ensure that government workers, including those he mentions at LANL and Sandia are not “adversly affected by the continuing budget impasse.”

I would urge the Congressman to promptly support the introduced “discharge Read More

Food on the Hill: French Onion Soup

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This Week’s Recipe:

French Onion Soup
 
Photo by Sue York/ladailypost.com
 

Ingredients

  • 6 medium size onions, sliced (rings Preferred)
  • 3 Tablespoons Butter
  • 1/4 Cups White Wine
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar
  • 7 Cups beef broth(I prefer 5 cans of Campbell’s consommé plus one box of Swanson’s beef broth –NO SALT)
  • 7 Slices Rustic Bread slices or cubes
  • 7 Slices Mozzarella Cheese
  • 7 slices Provolone Cheese
  • Good Parmesan cheese, grated

Directions

Melt butter in a large soup pot, add onions and sauté. When just golden on edges, cover with lid and cook on medium low for about 10 minutes until onions Read More

How the Hen House Turns: The Hose of Winter

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How the Hen House Turns: The Hose of Winter
Column by Carolyn A. (Cary) Neeper, Ph. D.

Looks like we’ll have this week off. No more threats of a deep freeze. However, Halloween is coming soon, and that means anything goes, including three feet of snow. That was years ago, so maybe now all we have to worry our birds about is Arctic air, especially if the temperature drops below 14 F. If water dribbles down the hose, even a little bit, you’re hosed.

I have a long hose. It runs all the way down the hill, laid out carefully so there are no sneaky hillocks for water to not climb over, all the way down the regulation Read More

Yang: Diffuse…A Little Self-Reflection

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Diffuse…a little self-reflection
By ELENA YANG

Recently, a store manager made a mistake on my order. Though important, my order was not time sensitive. I happened to be in the store to inquire about my order, and he discovered the mistake. It was an oversight, but with little consequence, so I shrugged it off. However, the manager apologized profusely, was embarrassed, and truly felt bad.  

I probably would feel the same way if I were in his shoes. I kept reassuring him that it was no big deal, and his follow-up action was quite adequate. Could I have responded differently? Acting indignant, Read More

Column: Tips for Retirement Investing

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Tips for Retirement Investing
By ABE DISPENNETTE

Saving for retirement is a huge financial responsibility, and it does not end when you collect the last paycheck from your employer. You will need to make sure your retirement investing plan meets your changing needs in the future.

The money you’ve saved will need to last a while. According to a September 24, 2012, report (PDF,) the National Center for Health Statistics reports that a 65-year-old man is expected to live another 17.3 years, to just over age 82. A 65-year-old woman is expected to live another 20.0 years, to age 85.

In retirement, Read More

How the Hen House Turns: A Cozy Hen House

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How the Hen House Turns: A Cozy Hen House
Column by Carolyn A. (Cary) Neeper, Ph. D.

It’s been cold this week, a little too cold for September. The pumpkin leaves look very sad, their proud stance suddenly reduced to a dull green droop. They’re done for.

Two winters ago, I panicked when the temperature dropped below 14 degrees F. That’s when ducks shiver ─ a frightening sight. While sitting in icy cold ponds, ducks don’t shiver. And, true to form, my ducks dive for their bathtubs in winter to warm up in the 32 degree water.

That winter, before husband Don found the answer, I hustled the one turkey, Read More

Help With The Hard Stuff: Managing Student Loans Part 3

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Help With the Hard Stuff:

Managing Student Loans

Part 3 (of 5) –“Work-out and Default Options between Federal and Private Loans Are Critically Important”
By Gini Nelson, JD, MA

I emphasized in my last column the importance of understanding the different legal options federal lenders and private lenders have in responding to a student loan borrower’s inability to pay. Simply put:

WORK OUT OPTIONS – Private lenders and their servicers are not required to offer forbearances or deferments. Further, flexible repayment has never been a feature offered by private lenders and the Consumer Financial Read More

Fall: Time to Reassess and Revitalize

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Skincare Column
By JUNE ENGLISH, LE
 
Fall: Time to Reassess and Revitalize
 

FACE – Shape up sun damaged skin

Despite your best intentions this last summer, you may still end up with photo damage.Start a skincare routine that includes alpha- or beta-hydroxy acid products or retinols to help restore abnormal cells, diminishing fine lines and creating a better overall skin texture. A moisturizer with vitamins A,C. or E can also help slow down the effects of free radicals that may still be lurking in the skin.

BODY – Get a mole checked

Make an appointment for a skin cancer screening with Read More

Hannemann’s Music Corner: A Powerful Question of Discovery

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Hannemann’s Music Corner
A Powerful Question of Discovery
Column by RICHARD HANNEMAN

There are certain phrases which, in any language, seem to carry an abundance of power. They are the kinds of phrases which encourage, which heal, which galvanize. Yet, oddly enough they are rarely found in what is considered great oratory. One such is a question.

What is the most powerful question one could ask? Some would say it is “why” as in, “why am I here?” or “why is the world the way it is?” A great deal of great philosophic thought starts with “why?” Read More

Food on the Hill: Pineapple Strata

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This Week’s Recipe:

Pineapple Strata
 
Photo by Sue York/ladailypost.com
 
Ingredients:
 
9 slices of good white bread with the crusts taken off and torn in to about ½ – ¾ inch pieces
1- 20 oz. can of crushed pineapple, drained very well
4 large eggs
¼ cup of melted butter
1 cup sugar
 
Directions:
 
Put the bread pieces in a medium bowl and set aside. Mix together pineapple, sugar, butter, and eggs. Mix this very well. Pour over the top of the bread pieces and GENTLY mix together for just a few turns.
 
Photo by Sue York/ladailypost.com
 
 
Spray
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