Weather- 3/12/2010 ForecastHigh: 66 F Low: 45 F A couple of thunderstorms […]
- Currently: Cloudy: 51FCurrently in HAMILTON, OH: 51 °F and Cloudy […]
- 3/11/2010 ForecastHigh: 62 F Low: 50 F Cooler and becoming rainy […]
- 3/12/2010 Forecast
- Local News
- School resource officer improving after collapseMIDDLETOWN - Middletown school resource officer Mike Davis was showing signs of improvement less than 24 hours after collapsing on the job at Wildwood Elementary, according to Atrium Medical Center officials. […]
- Middletown councilman ‘critical and stable' after health scareMIDDLETOWN - The family of Jim Armbruster reported no major changes regarding his condition in the last 24 hours, but said he was “critical and stable” at Atrium Medical Center on Wednesday, March 10. […]
- Council makes utility projects appointment officialHAMILTON - City Council made it official Wednesday, March 10, creating a department with a specific focus on the future of local utilities. […]
- District appealing state’s call for school interventionHAMILTON - Tucked away in a small former elementary school building in a neighborhood close to Millikin Woods, there’s a quiet seriousness of purpose at the Hamilton Education Center. […]
- More locals out of workAnother 1,500 area people were jobless in January as unemployment rates in Butler County spiked more than 1 percent. […]
- School resource officer improving after collapse
Holiday Weekend
What are you doing this weekend?
I’m going to the WEBN fireworks. You might be concerned that its such a large crowd, but it is handled very well. For several years now, I’ve gone down midafternoon with a few friends, we toss our blanket on the ground and stake out our spot. Then we sit and play Euchre all afternoon. It’s such a wonderful way to spend an afternoon, especially if you have great friends like I do. Going down early enables us to park close before the street closings. There are bands playing throughout the day and vendors selling food and drink. You’ll want to check out the rules set for the event so you know what you can and cannot take. One thing I want to remember this year is my own radio and earphones so I can hear the music during the fireworks. Make sure you say hello if you see me down there.
So what are you doing this weekend?
You might want to visit the West Chester Farmers’ Market on The Square @ Union Centre? Every Saturday from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. continues until Oct. 11th. Check it out. I got some delicious berries and ate like a queen. Felt really good to support our local farmers too.
So what are you doing this weekend?
I’d love to hear about your activity over the weekend. Did you have a family event? Did you travel? Did you try something new? Did you participate in a Labor Day picnic? Did you have some good food?
Share your story with me and I’ll post it next week. Let’s get to know each other.
Have a safe weekend,
Joanne
Jwestwood@partnersinprime.org
Twitter: Jwestwood
Therapeutic Bathing
On a regular and frequent basis, I recommend to my clients that they take a therapeutic bath.
The first “level” of a therapeutic bath is the warm water. Just taking a leisurely soak in the tub is a wonderful and very effective way of calming the body and reducing aches and pains.
The next step is to add either sea salt or Epsom salt. Scientifically, salt works miracles – inside the body the magnesium content works as a conductor carrying necessary nutrients to muscles, tissues and organs and helps to hydrate your overall body.
Epsom salt, which is commonly used in bath salts and for relieving swollen muscles and aching feet, contains an extremely high percentage of magnesium. This element helps to regulate the activity of more than 325 enzymes. It helps to orchestrate many bodily functions including muscle control and the elimination of many toxins. Nutritionists estimate that on average, Americans have a 50% lower magnesium level that just a century ago.
Those who do energy work, including myself, often recommend sea salts for clearing the aura and the etheric body. Epsom salts do a great job with aches and sprains. 16-24 ounces per bathtub is a good rule of thumb.
To further enhance the therapeutic effects of your salt bath, add herbs or essential oils. The ~Herbal Sore Muscle Soak~ is an ideal choice (only available at Mindful Wellness Massage and Bodywork). Each herb has been specially selected to contribute to the healing qualities of your bath time. Essential oils are another fine choice (also available at MWM&B). Be sure to pick pure essential oils, not fragrances or perfumes, which have no therapeutic qualities. After bathing in salt, be sure to rinse and then moisturize your skin.
Playing soft music, having a lit candle, sipping on a healthy drink and reading a good book could complete the experience of a truly therapeutic bath.
For your health and well being inside and out, using quality salt products for eating and bathing can relieve stress, help to regulate your body, exfoliate your skin, even eliminate toxins and improve energy levels. Salt can be a good friend. (Always check with your doctor when adding a new regimen to your health protocols.)
Jacky Groenewegen is a Licensed Massage Therapist who has a private practice in West Chester, Ohio. She is trained in many modalities and takes pride in tailor making individual protocols for each of her clients. A large portion of Jacky’s clients are boomers. Go to the “testimonial” page of her web site to see the comments of several of her satisfied clients.
Mindful Wellness Massage and Bodywork
8919 Brookside Court * Suite 104*
West Chester, Ohio 45069
Modalities: Clinical Neuromuscular Therapy, Deep Tissue Massage, Healing Touch, Guided Imagery, Hot Stone Massage, Relaxation Massage, Pregnancy Massage, On-site Chair Massage, Aromatherapy, Lymphatic Drainage, CranioSacral Therapy, Myofascial Release, Accupressure
Rewards of Home Ownership
Scott Baker
Travel – Understanding the Butler County Visitors Bureau
There is a very brief overview of what tourism is and what we do. Next time I will dive into the wonderful and exciting treasures new and old that
Mark Hecquet
513-860-4194
513-860-4195
www.destinationbutlercounty.com
Liberty Township is acceptable for BMV
If you reside in
Dennis Beam, Assistant Chief for the Bureau of Motor Vehicles, Office of Field Services, oversees the Deputy Registrar offices in southwest
The Bureau of Motor Vehicles’ legal counsel has ruled that
If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Township Administration at (513) 759-7500 or Mr. Beam at (513) 539-3320.
Melanie K. Brokaw
mbrokaw@liberty-township.com
Volunteers Of Liberty Township
Volunteers Of Liberty Township (V.O.L.T.), is a program where
Putting your name on the database does not commit you to any particular work effort. It does mean that you will be contacted when volunteers are needed, and if you are available, you can help
There are many different types of volunteer work available.
- Fourth of July Festival – work booths, direct cars, organize parade.
- Fall Festival – work booths, man games, help with the silent auction.
- Easter Egg Hunt – setup, organize the children, distribute prizes.
- Transportation – provide transportation for another resident for a doctor’s appointment or to get groceries.
- Clean Up Parks – manual labor to clear paths, rid honeysuckle, or spread woodchips on older paths.
V.O.L.T.
777-6660
Chipped and cracked windshield…oh no
Road construction, gravel trucks, loose gravel and debris on the roadways, all make up a great recipe for a chipped and or cracked windshield!
The myth is, regardless of a mere chip or an actual cracked windshield; you must replace the entire windshield in order to fix the problem. Not true! If you were an unfortunate victim of an unavoidable rock deflecting off your windshield and a small chip or crack occurred, you may be able to have a repair done. This not only can save you money, but is also 100% guaranteed from spreading any further or your money is credited toward a windshield replacement.
The rule of thumb is simple, if the chip is smaller than the size of a quarter and not in the “acute” area of the windshield, driver’s direct line of vision, you can repair it! With winter fast approaching, we encourage everyone who can to repair the chip before the cold winter comes along. No one knows if or when a chip in your windshield will become a crack, however, it is more common than not, that when you apply your defroster in the wintertime; you will have a greater chance of turning a repairable chip into a complete windshield replacement. The reason is simple, when you apply heat to a cold windshield “expansion/contraction” due to extreme changes in temperature can affect your existing chip costing you more time and money!! Stay posted for more helpful glass hints from Frank’s Glass Inc.
Rob Heglin
fglassrob@fuse.net
Frank’s Glass
5191 Dixie Hwy
513.829.8284
Serious Inspections
When you are involved in the process of buying a home, it is safe to assume that you will probably find one that you like, make an offer, and purchase it. There are many steps along the way, and more and more buyers in the market today want guarantees. Inspections by structural engineers and environmental specialists often turn up something wrong with the property you want to buy. Many sales have been halted or delayed because asbestos, lead, or radon was found on the property.
If a problem has been found with the property you want to buy, ask yourself two questions:
1) Can the problem be fixed?
2) If so, what will it cost to repair it?
Some of the following problems could keep you from purchasing a property, if:
1) the house rests on a fault line;
2) the water supply is contaminated;
3) there is a severe crack in the foundation;
4) the house is located under electro-magnetic power lines;
5) the house is contaminated with radon gas.
Enlist your real estate agent’s help in identifying the existence of any of these problems prior to buying property.
Read this online and get more information: Serious Inspections
Scott Baker
Coldwell Banker West Shell
Phone: 513-777-7900
Email: scottbaker@NUMBER1EXPERT.com
Website: www.EHomeReports.com
A Look Back at Our Food History
Lori Cole
lori@savorymelodies.com
Personal Chef Services
513-227-2099
Luxury Showers That Work for Life!
Showers that work for life! offer a seat, grab bars, an adjustable hand held shower head and a convenient place for the soap and shampoo. The surfaces should be easily cleaned and the floor skid resistant. The entrance should be level without a curb to step over and the space inside should be large enough for two. This additional space can be a romantic asset as well as 
extremely beneficial if one ever needs assistance with their personal care. The seat provides a great support for shaving one’s legs or, when the need arises, like after a major surgery or illness, the comfort and security to cleanse independently. Grab bars are a must for every shower, they can be decorative (some are quite beautiful) as long as they meet the safety standards and are installed correctly. They are wonderful for; support while washing the bottom of your feet, hanging the wash cloths on, assistance to help one up from the seat or to stop a fall. An adjustable hand held shower head is convenient for all heights users. It provides flexibility and permits us to rinse areas that just are not reachable by a fixed shower head. Soap and shampoo storage should be accessible from the seated position and not protrude into the space. If a space is not provides for these necessities they will end up on the floor or on the seat hindering the aesthetic and function of the area. It is critical that the entry be level, you will really appreciate this if you ever have knee surgery, a broken leg or other mobility issues. The floor should be sloped to the drain and a gasket placed on the bottom of the door to retain the water to be the most effective.
If one follows these simple steps your shower will be beautiful, luxurious and work for life!
Lisa Sandlin Design – Houses That Work for Life!
Lisa Sandlin is a boomer, has been an adjunct professor at the University of Cincinnati and Miami University and is considered an expert in the design of homes for all generations. She believes in “Ethical Design” which incorporates inclusive design and sustainable design philosophies.
Newsletter
