Lifestyles

Turn Trash to Glamour at Fashion Contest

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Elizabeth Chapman modeling her recycled fashion ensamble in last year’s Next Big Idea Recycled Fashion Show. Photo by Greg Kendall/ladailypost.com

Staff Report

Trash fashion, or recycled fashion, is clothing made from materials that would have otherwise ended up in the trash or recycling bin.

It is the act of utilizing products society would commonly label as waste to create wearable art that inspires individuals to think more about the items they throw away. It is eye-catching fashion that makes a social and environmental statement.

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Modern Cataract Surgery: A Photo Essay

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PHOTO ESSAY

Leland Lehman underwent cataract surgery at Eye Associates of Northern New Meixo recently. These days, cataract surgery is a  two-hour “out-patient” surgery with only 10 or 15 minutes of actual operation being performed. This is a photo essay of Lehman’s surgery. Lehman said not only was the operation “way cool,”  the best part is now he can see again!

 

Surgeon Dr. Kristin Reidy prepares for the operation. Courtesy photo
 
Leland Lehman in pre-op as the medical professionals prepare him for surgery. Courtesy photo
 
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Solo Traveler: Why Wait?

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Solo Traveler: Why Wait?
Column by SHERRY HARDAGE

Why wait to retire before you start traveling? Why not retire now? Why not travel now and figure out a different way to make money?

I had the advantage of working for a big company that, in a cost-saving move, kicked me out before I planned to retire. Hiring someone very young with no experience was a sound financial decision for them.  

But let’s back up. I wasn’t “kicked out.” I was given a very powerful disincentive to stay in my job.

If I would retire by their deadline, I could keep my health insurance. If not, I would be on my own purchasing health Read More

How the Hen House Turns: Six Weeks on Dog Trails

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How the Hen House Turns: Six Weeks on Dog Trails
Column by Carolyn A. (Cary) Neeper, Ph. D.

This is the story of DeeDee’s surgery. She was adopted with Scooter at age three months, spayed at three months before her bones capped off.

Without the hormones, bones don’t mature and harden properly, so they are subject to injury with normal activity. I recognize that there are too many unwanted pregnancies in the canine world, but we adoptive dog-lovers can be responsible and have the spaying done after they have grown up, so it doesn’t commit a dog to a lifetime of unfinished bones.

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Pastor Does Not Believe Vandalism Religiously Motivated

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White Rock United Methodist Church. Courtesy photo
 
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post

Pastor Gary Seelau

Daycare staff arriving to work Monday at White Rock United Methodist Church discovered vandals had defaced the church with graffiti of a graphic and satanic nature.

Pastor Gary Seelau told the Los Alamos Daily Post that he does not believe for a minute that the vandalism to his church was religiously motivated.

“I think it is misguided individuals and I believe it has more to do with boredom … I don’t think it is a cult,” Seelau said. “The police say Read More

Food on the Hill: Baked Crab Stuffed Tomatoes

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The Week’s Recipe:

Baked Crab Stuffed Tomatoes

Photo by Sue York/ladailypost.com

Ingredients

6 medium tomatoes
6 oz crab meat
3 tablespoons onion,
½ cup celery,
6 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
3 tablespoons breadcrumbs
½ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
Salt and pepper
Salad
 
Directions
 
Prepare the tomatoes first, core and scoop out the centers. I find the best scoop is a teaspoon measure. Slice off a VERY thin slice off each bottom so they sit upright during cooking. Do not slice all the way thru the bottom of the tomatoes.
 
Photo by Sue York/ladailypost.com
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Freshness Abounds at Thursday’s Farmers Market

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LA FARMERS MARKET News:

It’s the time of year where most of the crops are in along with the mouth-watering aroma of green chile in the air.

So come by the market Thursday 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at the Mesa Public Library parking lot for that green chile aroma and enjoy this beautiful weather while it lasts.

What’s at market this week:
Roasted Green Chiles, Grapes ,tomatoes, shishito peppers, lettuce ,arugula, onions, garlic, squash, diakon, garlic scapes, cabbage, squash blossoms, cucumbers, orka ,egg plant, green chile, chile powder, corn decorations, beets, Read More

Sustainability Tip: Turn Off Your Lights on the Way Out

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Weekly Sustainability Tip:

Turn Off Your Lights on the Way Out

The average cost of an electricity bill for a household is $110.14, 13 percent of that amount is used on lighting. 

Don’t waste electricity and money, hit the lights on your way out.

Turning off the lights when you leave the room saves you money and helps the environment.

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PechaKucha Santa Fe Launches Aug. 28

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Staff Report

Travel Bug will host the first volume of the globally popular PechaKucha Night at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 28 with local Santa Feans’ presentations scheduled to start around 6:30 p.m. Admission is free. Refreshments are available for purchase.

PechaKucha Night brings prominent and emerging creative minds together for an evening of lightning-fast presentations, creativity and fun. The PechaKucha format, where a dozen or so presenters are allowed to speak to just 20 slides, each shown for only 20 seconds, to reveal their passions, work and inspirations, is now held in more than Read More

Community Invited to Solar Party Aug. 17

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Local resident Skip Dunn is hosting a Solar Party with sun and fun for the community from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday Aug. 17 at his residence, 107 Sierra Vista in White Rock. Learn about the solar system, meet the team from Positive Energy Solar and get some Bob’s Bodacious BBQ (while it lasts!) Space is limited so RSVP by Aug. 14 to Karen@PositiveEnergySolar.com. Courtesy photo

 
 

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