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Diamond Bar Welcome’s New Sheriff’s Captain

By City of Diamond Bar

Diamond Bar-Walnut Sheriff’s Station has a new leader. Captain Al Reyes, a 32-year veteran of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, took over command of the station this past October.

Captain Reyes’ career with the Sheriff’s Department began in 1984. After graduating from the Sheriff’s Academy as a Deputy Sheriff, he was assigned to the Hall of Justice Jail as a custody deputy, and then as a patrol deputy at both East Los Angeles and Norwalk Sheriff’s Stations. In November 2000, Captain Reyes was promoted to the rank of sergeant and supervised patrol functions at both Century and Lennox Sheriff’s Stations. He was also an Operations Sergeant at Norwalk Sheriff’s Station. Seven years later, Captain Reyes was promoted to Lieutenant and assigned to the Norwalk Sheriff’s Station where he worked as a shift watch commander and Service Area Lieutenant for the unincorporated areas of South and West Whittier. He also served as an Operations Lieutenant for Norwalk and Walnut/Diamond Bar Sheriff’s Stations.

In 2015, Captain Reyes was assigned to Sheriff’s Headquarters where he served as the aide to the chief of East Patrol Division. Captain Reyes has an associate degree in liberal arts from Mt. San Antonio College, and is working toward a bachelor’s degree in leadership at Trident University International. The Diamond Bar-Walnut Sheriff’s Station serves Diamond Bar, Walnut, Rowland Heights and unincorporated areas of Covina Hills and West Covina.

For more information about the station and services available, visit http://www.walnut.diamondbar.lasd.org.

 

Luminary Leaders

By Racine Guajardo  ll_logo

Luminary Leaders consults with up and rising speakers to support their branding, public figure and monetizing the work they do. As well as, producing Seminars at Sea LIVE Events with Princess Cruise Lines and also offer an Annual Membership for Speakers on Call.

As the CEO and Founder of Luminary Leaders, Shelly Harrison, is proud to represent thought leaders, speakers and educators to present for business related events, conferences, seminars, retreats, radio- TV and other media outlets across the country. Harrison has 3 years experience as a business owner and 26 years as a Vice President in the banking industry. Therefore, has prepared her immensely for the work she does today. Shelly Harrison is also the Chairman for the Annual Riverside County Women’s Leadership Conference and run her own women’s networking group in the Inland Empire since 2009.

Luminary Leaders places their reputation in the industry to the highest standards of service to clients, affiliates, vendors, and those they serve. Additionally, they value a positive momentum that harnesses collaboration, compassion with other business owners, and their competitors. Providing everything they need in business and work with the 5 key areas; Marketing, Branding & Growth, Finance & Admin., Sales and Operations.

Being selective with who they align their company with is a reflection of their reputation and how critical it is showcasing their core values. Luminary Leaders is a one stop shop and works side by side with each client. The reputable relationships that have been established with several companies, have products and services that have allowed them to refer clients to trusted people with the same values and vision. The speakers are professional business entertainers with educational backgrounds. Some speak pro bono in lieu of their speaking fees if they are permitted to share their products and services.

Luminary Leaders has Seminars at Sea LIVE Events available and can offer $50 off the Seminars at Sea package. Also, Speakers on Call Annual Membership – $50 discount.

Luminary Leaders is a Global Company, Home office located in Riverside, California. They may be reached by calling (909) 519-3712 or visit multiple websites: http://www.luminaryspeakers.com http://www.seminarsatsea.net http://www.etcwomensnetworkingllc.com

Giving Back This Holiday Season

Licensed Marriage Family Therapist

Nancy Stoops M.A., M.F.T Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

By Nancy Stoops

This holiday season Midnight and I with continue our volunteer work at the infusion center at St. Jude Hospital in Fullerton.  I think it’s very timely because to me the holidays are partly about giving back.  We take a lot for granted and working with cancer patients makes you really appreciate life.  So this year if you’re feeling grateful or maybe even sorry for yourself and not so grateful, do something wonderful for a good cause.  Do something wonderful for somebody else.

I think the holidays are about getting together with family and friends but also about giving something back.  You can make a huge difference in somebody’s life by being unselfish and volunteering, donating or whatever your thing is.  The holidays are a special time to show this world how very much you care.  Stop complaining about the state of our world and get out there and do an act of kindness.  I promise you, it will feel fabulous and you’ll stop feeling sorry for yourself and actually feel good this holiday season.

Take that money that you’re planning to spend on drugs or alcohol and give yourself a different kind of medicine.  Give yourself some medicine that is good for the soul.  The kind of medicine that comes from helping others and understanding that’s what we are suppose to be doing here.  What I speak of can be very healing and maybe you’ll begin to forgive yourself for all you’ve done wrong and start moving in the right direction.  Ending the year helping others can be a great way to motivate yourself to make 2016 a better & more productive year.  It’s never too late to become a better person and somebody that you can be proud of.  This year, give the gift of giving back!!!!!

This article was written by Nancy Stoops M.A., M.F.T.  Nancy is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.  Nancy runs free family support groups, a group on loss for seniors, and groups for teens.  For more information about any of these services feel free to contact her at (9090229-0727.  You may e-mail Nancy at nancyjstoops@verizon.net. You may purchase Nancy’s books Live Heal and Grow and Midnight the therapy Dog at Amazon.com.  Please feel free to visit Nancy’s website at http://www.nancystoopsmft.com. for lots of tips and advice for living fully, healing and growing into who you are intended to be.

 

EASY AS (SHEPHERD’S) PIE

with Caramelized Onions and Roasted Carrots

 

By Hello Fresh  recipe-cropped-bw

START STRONG. Potato skins are a rich source of vitamins and minerals like iron and potassium, so don’t waste time peeling them! A quick chop is all the potatoes need before being tossed in the boiling water.

Cooking Time: 35 min.

Servings: 2

Nutrition: 703 cal, Fat: 33 g, Sat. Fat: 14 g, Protein: 44 g, Carbs: 59 g, Sugar: 14 g, Sodium: 573 mg, Fiber: 12 g

Ingredients:

  • Yukon Potatoes- 16 oz.
  • Baby Carrots- 8 oz.
  • Yellow Onion- 1
  • Garlic- 2 Cloves
  • Thyme- ¼ oz.
  • Ground Beef- 10 oz.
  • Flour- 1 TBSP
  • Chicken Stock Concentrate- 1
  • Peas- 4 oz.
  • Reduced-Fat Milk- ¼ Cup
  • Parmesan Cheese- ¼ Cup

Preparation:

  1. Preheat oven and roast carrots. Wash and dry all produce. Preheat oven to 420 degrees. Toss carrots on a baking sheet with a drizzle of olive oil and pinch of salt and pepper. Roast until starting to brown, about 20 minutes.
  2. Cook potatoes. Cut potatoes into ½-inch cubes. Place in a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and return to pot.
  3. Prep remaining ingredients. Halve, peel, and thinly slice onion. Mince garlic. Strip thyme leaves off stems. Discard stems.
  4. Brown beef and onions. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large ovenproof pan over medium-high heat. Add beef and thyme. Cook until browned, 3-4 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside. Add another drizzle of olive oil and onions to pan. Cook until softened, about 6 minutes. Add garlic and ¼ cup water.
  5. Make sauce and mash potatoes. Sprinkle flour over onions and stir 1 minute. Add stock concentrate, ½ cup water, and peas. Stir until sauce thickens, 2-3 minutes. Add beef and stir to combine. Use a fork or potato masher to mash potatoes with ¼ cup milk and 1 TBSP butter until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. If your pan isn’t ovenproof, transfer beef mixture to a medium baking dish. Spread mashed potatoes over top. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and bake until melted and bubbly, about 5 minutes. Serve with roasted carrots on the side.

Chino Valley YMCA Reindeer Romp

Staff Reports

Photo courtesy: Chino Valley YMCA

Photo courtesy: Chino Valley YMCA

Chino- On December 3, the Annual Chino Valley YMCA Reindeer Romp event was at Ayala Park in Chino. They had the 5k and the 1/4 mile Kid’s run (8 and under only).

The 5k is the first leg of the Chino Triple Crown – participate in the Chino Valley YMCA Reindeer Romp 5k, Run for Russ (February 4, 2017) and the DairyAire (March 4, 2017) and receive a special Triple Crown medal!

All entrants in the 5k and kid’s run received a long-sleeve shirt and finisher medal.

The Kid’s 1/4 mile (8 and under only) started at 8:00 am, Chino Valley YMCA Reindeer Romp 5k started at 8:15 am

There was also a costume contest, Participants wore their best holiday wear and competed for a special prize.

The Chino Police Department also participated in the Chino Valley YMCA Reindeer Romp; Captain Simmons, Corporals McArdle and Carrino, and Officers Franks and Officer Gray took 1st in his division! Chino PD commented on their facebook saying, “Congrats to all of the participants and thank you to the YMCA for hosting such a great community event.”

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Da Vinci notebook sells for over 5 million

By History.comhistory-davinci-web

On this day in 1980, American oil tycoon Armand Hammer pays $5,126,000 at auction for a notebook containing writings by the legendary artist Leonardo da Vinci.

The manuscript, written around 1508, was one of some 30 similar books da Vinci produced during his lifetime on a variety of subjects. It contained 72 loose pages featuring some 300 notes and detailed drawings, all relating to the common theme of water and how it moved. Experts have said that da Vinci drew on it to paint the background of his masterwork, the Mona Lisa. The text, written in brown ink and chalk, read from right to left, an example of da Vinci’s favored mirror-writing technique. The painter Giuseppi Ghezzi discovered the notebook in 1690 in a chest of papers belonging to Guglielmo della Porto, a 16th-century Milanese sculptor who had studied Leonardo’s work. In 1717, Thomas Coke, the first earl of Leicester, bought the manuscript and installed it among his impressive collection of art at his family estate in England.

More than two centuries later, the notebook–by now known as the Leicester Codex–showed up on the auction block at Christie’s in London when the current Lord Coke was forced to sell it to cover inheritance taxes on the estate and art collection. In the days before the sale, art experts and the press speculated that the notebook would go for $7 to $20 million. In fact, the bidding started at $1.4 million and lasted less than two minutes, as Hammer and at least two or three other bidders competed to raise the price $100,000 at a time. The $5.12 million price tag was the highest ever paid for a manuscript at that time; a copy of the legendary Gutenberg Bible had gone for only $2 million in 1978. “I’m very happy with the price. I expected to pay more,” Hammer said later. “There is no work of art in the world I wanted more than this.” Lord Coke, on the other hand, was only “reasonably happy” with the sale; he claimed the proceeds would not be sufficient to cover the taxes he owed.

Hammer, the president of Occidental Petroleum Corporation, renamed his prize the Hammer Codex and added it to his valuable collection of art. When Hammer died in 1990, he left the notebook and other works to the Armand Hammer Museum of Art and Cultural Center at the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA). Several years later, the museum offered the manuscript for sale, claiming it was forced to take this action to cover legal costs incurred when the niece and sole heir of Hammer’s late wife, Frances, sued the estate claiming Hammer had cheated Frances out of her rightful share of his fortune. On November 11, 1994, the Hammer Codex was sold to an anonymous bidder–soon identified as Bill Gates, the billionaire founder of Microsoft–at a New York auction for a new record high price of $30.8 million. Gates restored the title of Leicester Codex and has since loaned the manuscript to a number of museums for public display.

 

Keeping the Beat!

BY WVUSD

Welcome to the show! Evergreen 2nd graders Kayden Siglar and Ava Furumoto welcome Principal Carolyn Wills to the performance of “Parade of the Wooden Soldiers” on December 7. Photo courtesy: WVUSD

Welcome to the show! Evergreen 2nd graders Kayden Siglar and Ava Furumoto welcome Principal Carolyn Wills to the performance of “Parade of the Wooden Soldiers” on December 7.
Photo courtesy: WVUSD

Diamond Bar-Evergreen Elementary 2nd graders presented the “Parade of the Wooden Soldiers” during an assembly for parents on Wednesday morning.

The 24 costumed children showed off their skills marching in formation and keeping the beat to the classic Tchaikovsky song written for the The Nutcracker ballet in 1892.

“This is one of my favorites!” exclaimed teacher Alice Oldag, who said she was impressed with the students’ ability to perform the precision march.

The class had been practicing the synchronized movements on the playground for the past several weeks before taking the stage on December 7.

“I felt excited because I knew we would do awesome!” shared Jeremiah Tung.

“It was fun to do it and make everyone happy and see them smile!” said Jenna Lewis after the performance.

“I felt proud because I did a lot of work!” added Ava Furumoto.

Students also presented two holiday classic songs “Winter Wonderland” and Must Be Santa,” and recited the “Our Snowman” poem.

“My favorite part was marching because it just felt good!” said Isaac Macedo.

“This great performance by Mrs. Oldag’s class is another fabulous example of all our teachers and students do here at Evergreen to share holiday joy with others!” said Principal Caroline Wills.

Meet Me at In N Out

Pastor Mark Hopper

Pastor Mark Hopper

By Mark Hopper

One of my favorite lunch spots is In N Out Burger.  The prices are right and the food is great.  I love their burgers, fries and chocolate shakes too!

Recently I arranged to meet a guy for lunch to discuss a project he was working on.  He works down in Orange County so we decided to meet somewhere half way between his office and my office in Diamond Bar.

I suggested we meet at In N Out on Chapman Avenue.  He agreed.  It seemed like a simple and clear plan.

However, did you know there are actually two Chapman Avenues in Orange County?  One Chapman Avenue is in Fullerton near the campus of Cal State Fullerton just west of the 57 Freeway.

The other Chapman Avenue is in the city of Orange and extends from west of the 57 Freeway to east of the 55 Freeway.

And, to make matters worse, there are In N Out Burgers on both Chapman Avenues!

I’m sure that you already know what happened.  I drove from my office down the 57 Freeway to the In N Out by the Cal State Campus.  My friend drove from his office to the In N Out restaurant which is on the Chapman Avenue that is east of the 55 Freeway.

He was looking for me and I was waiting for him.  Both of us were on time and both of us were at In N Out Burger, but we were miles apart at different locations.

I was thankful that we both had our cell phones with us.  He called wondering where I was and I told him that I was looking for him too.

When we realized what happened, I jumped back into my car and drove to the location where he was waiting.  We enjoyed our time together and the good food, too.

I wonder if this happens in other areas of life.  Married couples think they have reached an agreement on something only to find out that their spouse had a different plan in mind.

I’m sure this happens in business too.  A supplier may think he is correctly filling an order from a customer,  but the customer may have actually requested a different size or product.

There can be misunderstanding and miscommunication in many areas of our lives.  We need to be clear and specific when agreeing on a plan of action.

Let me encourage you to be clear in what you say and clarify what you think others have said.  Effective communication is vital in every area of our lives.

I wonder if there is an In N Out “app” that I can add to my phone so that the next time I make a important  lunch appointment I will know where I am going?

Pastor Mark Hopper

Efree Church of Diamond Bar

3255 South Diamond Bar Blvd

(909) 594-7604

Sunday Services: 9:00 & 10:45 AM

efreedb.org

 

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Ask Clark’s

I heard that calcium causes heart disease, is that true?

A Question from an anonymous reader

By Clark’s Nutrition

Calcium consumption from foods and supplementation has become somewhat controversial in the last few years. Osteoporosis prevention has centered on the consumption of calcium from foods and supplementation. Recently, (in October 2016) the Journal of the American Heart Association (JAHA) released a research article that suggested higher consumption of calcium from supplementation might increase the risk of coronary artery calcification (also known as CAC). The information contained in this article helped many individuals see a different view of calcium supplementation. Although it is important to note the JAHA study also suggested that total atherosclerosis was less with individuals who consumed more total calcium via foods and supplementation but suggested the food group was best.  There are also some other responses have come out in support of calcium supplementation. The National Osteoporosis Foundation and American Society for Preventive Cardiology convened an expert panel to look at research to determine other positions for calcium supplementation. These two groups concluded that supplemental calcium with or without vitamin D have no relationship either good or bad to the risk of cardiovascular disease and cerebralvascular disease mortality. They also found that generally there was no cause of mortality in healthy adults when using calcium supplementation. They also recommend that individuals consume no more than the upper daily limits for calcium at 2000-2500mg per day including foods and supplementation. Additionally the NOF suggested that calcium is a nutrient that is lacking in many individuals. Although there is a lot of negative press about the use of calcium, the Council for Responsible Nutrition also reported that the American Heart Association’s Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis suggests that there is proof of safety in supplementation because of the positive association with total calcium consumption and reduction in lower rates of atherosclerosis. As always, if you have any questions about the use of supplementation, please consult with your doctor before using any products.

References

  1. Lack of Evidence LinkingCalcium With or Without Vitamin D Supplementation to CardiovascularDisease in Generally Healthy Adults: A Clinical Guideline From the National Osteoporosis Foundation and the American Society for Preventive CardiologyKopecky SL, Bauer DC, Gulati M, Nieves JW, Singer AJ, Toth PP, Underberg JA, Wallace TC, Weaver CM.Ann Intern Med. 2016 Oct 25. doi: 10.7326/M16-1743 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2777636
  2. Calcium supplements could increase risk of heart disease, new study findsByAndrea K. McDaniels October 17https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/health-science/calcium-supplements-may-raise-risk-of-heart-disease/2016/10/17/a80285fe-9215-11e6-9c52-0b10449e33c4_story.html
  3. http://www.crnusa.org/CRNPR16-NewStudyAffirmsCalciumSafetyHeartHealth101116.html
  4. oRIGINAL RESEARCHOpen AccessCalcium Intake From Diet and Supplements and the Risk of Coronary Artery Calcification and its Progression Among Older Adults: 10‐Year Follow‐up of the Multi‐Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis (MESA)John J.B. Anderson,Bridget Kruszka, Joseph A.C. Delaney, Ka He, Gregory L. Burke, Alvaro Alonso, Diane E. Bild, Matthew Budoff and Erin D. Michoshttp://jaha.ahajournals.org/content/5/10/e003815

 

 

 

Tips to Keep Your Family Healthy and Happy this Winter

By StatePoint  did-you-know-web

With colder weather comes an increase in weather-related illness and health issues. From activity levels to mood, diet and more, seasonal weather affects all areas of your life. But, don’t let the winter blues get you down — follow these tips to help keep your family healthy and happy during the cold-weather months.

“Winterize” Your Diet

Some fresh fruits and veggies can be hard to find in winter. The Cleveland Clinic suggests turning to root vegetables like beets, carrots and turnips since they can withstand cold temperatures, making them easier to find. Also on their list of suggested foods are oatmeal, soup (without a lot of salt), sushi, broccoli and cauliflower — all of which provide essential nutrients to support immunity and boost vitamin levels.

Also, be sure to work vitamin D into your system. It aids bone health and muscle strength, but during shorter, cloudy days of winter, you might not get the necessary amount you need. Harvard School of Public Health recommends daily 15-minute walks outside to get some sun, and eating vitamin D-rich foods such as dairy products, breakfast cereals and fish like salmon and tuna. You may also consider a supplement.

Keep Moving

Studies show that daily exercise and activity offer immune-boosting benefits. People who exercise 30 to 45 minutes a day experience a 40 to 50 percent reduction in the number of days they get sick, according to studies at Appalachian State University’s Human Performance Lab.

Encourage the family to get active with step or fitness trackers. Daily or weekly step goals and challenges with siblings or spouses are fun ways to keep everyone moving. FitBit, Garmin and Jawbone all make trackers with corresponding mobile apps to help monitor goals.

And, when cabin fever sets in, grab the kids and head outside. Cold weather activities nearby or on a trip away, such as sledding, skiing and snowboarding, can offer additional exercise outside the normal indoor routine.

Always be Prepared

When the weather gets cold, the risk of certain illnesses like cold and flu rise. What’s in your feel-better-fast kit when your family gets sick? Items that doctors recommend to have when a cold or the flu hits include: pain and fever relief (ibuprofen, acetaminophen), tissues, fluids (especially cool water), soup and tea, throat lozenges and a digital temperature monitor.

Instead of waking young children to get accurate temperature readings with a digital thermometer, consider picking up TempTraq the next time you’re at Target, CVS or Walgreens. It’s a wearable, Bluetooth monitor that safely and continuously senses, records and transmits body temperature for 24 hours through its free TempTraq app. You can even receive fever alerts so you can eliminate poking or prodding kids in the middle of the night, providing peace of mind for you and much needed rest for them during sick days.

For a happy and healthy winter, use these tips to inspire your family to eat right, get active and be prepared for colder weather.

Recent Recalls

JFC International Inc. is voluntarily recalling the following confectionery products because they may contain undeclared wheat. People who have allergies to wheat run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume the products. The products were distributed to retail stores and other foodservice operators in the states of CA, CT, MA, NJ, and NY. JFC International Inc. is recalling the following products:

You-ka Fresh Ramune- 3.87 ounces- 4902486308594-Best By 2017.11.15 or before

You-ka Punch Ramune- 3.87 ounces- 4902486111064-Best By 2017.11.15 or before

The You-ka Fresh Ramune comes in a pink package, and the You-ka Punch Ramune comes in a blue package.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem. The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the sugar ingredients used in the products may have been contaminated by wheat. JFC has immediately responded to this issue and have already taken action to stop sales and distribution of the affected product. Consumers who have purchased these products are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-633-1004, Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM PST or via e-mail at consserv@jfc.com.

 

EPC Approves Costco Project

By City of Eastvale

EASTVALE, CA – The City of Eastvale is proud to announce that Costco, the nationally famous membership “warehouse” store chain will be opening in the city. The Eastvale Planning Commission unanimously (4-0) approved the Costco project at its meeting on Wednesday, November 16, 2016.

“Costco is coming to Eastvale!” said City Manager Michele Nissen. “We are very pleased to be adding this new shopping opportunity for our residents, and to welcome Costco to our city.”

Today’s announcement followed the approval by the Eastvale Planning Commission of a project that includes:

  • A 158,000-square-foot retail warehouse,
  • Upto a 30-position gasoline fueling station, and
  • A state-of-the-art self-service car wash, among the first of its kind in California for Costco.

The Commission also approved Costco’s operation of a tire center and the sale of alcoholic beverages. The chain is known for its selection of fine wines and spirits.

According to City Manager Nissen, retail sales at the Costco store are conservatively estimated to add more than $1-million annually to the City’s coffers in the form of sales taxes.

Costco Director of Real Estate Jenifer Murillo, who spoke to the Eastvale Planning Commission on behalf of the project, praised the work of City staff, who worked closely with both Costco and Goodman, the developer of the retail in which Costco is located, to address and resolve a number of issues. “This was the fastest process we’ve ever been through,” said Murillo, who manages the development of Costco stores in several western states.

To view the Major Development Plan power point that was presented to the Planning Commission click here.

The Costco store is the first phase of a 45-acre retail complex in the Goodman Commerce Center.

A message from Superintendent Wayne M. Joseph

BY CVUSD

The holiday season is the time of year we all take time to pause and count the numerous blessings in our lives. This is never more important than this year in which recent events have underscored the seething anger and frustration of many of our fellow American citizens. The time has come therefore, for us to reflect upon the positive occurrences that have affected us.

For me, it has been heartening to witness, these past twenty three months, the spirit of cooperation throughout the Chino Valley as my team and I met to discuss the facilities needs in our District. This time was especially gratifying in that it reaffirmed how vital and robust our schools are and how they continue to be a top priority for our community.

No matter the outcome and final results of Measure G, let us never doubt or question this community’s commitment to its schools and its children.

I hope that you will have some moments to reflect over this past year as well, and may the magic that is so prevalent this time of year permeate your lives and that of your families.

I wish all of you a very safe and prosperous holiday season.

Wayne M. Joseph, Superintendent

 

Straight Talk

Every winter I struggle with a sore throat about ten times- A letter from Gus

Danice Akiyoshi

Danice Akiyoshi

By Danice Akiyoshi N.D.

Q: Every winter I struggle with a sore throat about ten times.  I’m tired of being on antibiotics so often.  Do you know of a natural remedy?  My grandma told me to drink tequila, lemon juice and honey, but I can do that before work.

A: Yes, I understand your hesitancy about drinking tequila before going to work.  What I choose for my family and myself is 8 drops of Cayenne Pepper tincture in about three or four ounces of juice.  Drink it quickly.  Your throat will burn, but it will be well worth it.

Artist Corner

“KEEP believINK ” –Tomas Rodriguez  artist-believink

By Racine Guajardo

Tomas Rodriguez is a 33 year old Mexican who was born in Durango, Mexico. Rodriguez came to California when he was 15 years old. As far as back as Rodriguez can remember he says, “Always been into art of any type, I have been drawing to keep my mind quiet.”

Technology and the Internet have opened the opportunity for people to search just about anything, so Rodriguez says, “I discovered tattooing by accident one day, buying a set up online and tattooing myself. I knew right then that this was my calling on life. And it would be my way to help people with this positive energy.”

As a spiritual person, Rodriguez talks about his influences, saying, “I have had a few spiritual teachers during my life, that help me find myself as a person and as an artist, always wanting to give back.”

Some people may get a tattoo because they think it’s cool or it’s a style that’s popular; however Rodriguez says, “I started a positive movement about tattooing, changing people’s minds about the art and the importance of decorating our bodies with permanent ink. To always believe in the reasons behind the tattoo.”

There are many different styles in tattooing, Rodriguez says, “I concentrate on my realistic black and gray, I believe that’s deep within my roots and honoring my ancestors.”  Also saying, “Just the way I see each and every tattoo I do, putting 100% of my energy and love into the piece, always doing my prayers before each tattoo behind scenes.”

When Rodriguez was asked if he could give advice, he said, “This is the easiest question for me.  DO WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY, it doesn’t matter if people around you think you can’t do it or that it’s not important at all or that you’re not supposed to do this or that. JUST DO WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY.”

Believink Art Studio is located at 401 E. 10th Street Gilroy, CA 95020. Rodriguez also travels all over the states and as well as out of the country for conventions. He will be attending the Golden State Tattoo Expo from January 27th-29th in Pasadena, CA next year.

You can also find him on social media accounts; Instagram: @believink and Facebook: Keep Believink

Walnut Holiday Events

Staff Reports

Walnut – Thanksgiving has come, and now it’s gone! The City of Walnut has the following events coming up soon.

Community Holiday Dinner & Dance
December 9, 2016 at 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm at the Walnut Senior Center. $15 per person.
This is your chance to dance the night away while celebrating the holidays. This fun evening will feature live music, a buffet dinner and door prizes. Space is limited, so please register early. Ages 21 years and older are welcome. For more information or to register, contact the Walnut Senior Center at (909) 598-6200. Ask us how you may reserve a table.

A Winter Wonderland
December 10, 2016 at 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Walnut Senior Center. $8 per person.
Featuring:  Kiddie Snow Area – Arts & Crafts – Sled Rides – Snow Ball Battle Field – Games & Live Entertainment! For more information call (909) 598-5605. Rain date – TBA
Dinner with Santa 
December 10, 2016 at 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm at the Walnut Senior Center. $12 adult/$8 child.
The holidays come but once a year! Why not spend some time with Santa himself? Join us for a hearty and delicious dinner. You and your family will enjoy games and other winter activities. Don’t forget to bring a camera as Santa will be posing for pictures with the children.

One-Stop Shopping At Walnut Hills Village

Staff Reports

Walnut Hills Village is located at 20747 Amar Road, just ½ block west of Grand Avenue, with easy access from the 60 and 57 freeways.

Walnut Hills Village is located at 20747 Amar Road, just ½ block west of Grand Avenue, with easy access from the 60 and 57 freeways.

Walnut –Walnut Hills Village can help you be more productive and efficient while doing your daily errands. With more than 30 stores in one location, and anchored by Stater Bros., this is one-stop shopping at its finest. There is something for everyone. And with so many independent merchants, this is the perfect opportunity to shop small by shopping local.

Drop your pet off at Sophie’s Wags to Whiskers boutique for some grooming, while you relax at Newen’s Beauty Salon or Art Nails. You can run errands at several retailers, and then grab a quick lunch at Baby Elephant Thai Cuisine. There is even time to schedule that dental or vision appointment that you’ve been putting off, get your banking done, and run into Dollar Tree for discounted items.

Asian Kitchen Express will set you up with delicious Pho-Thai party trays for your next celebration, while Royal Florist takes care of your table centerpiece. And, the UPS Store is right there to help mail out a birthday card.
With so many options in one place at Walnut Village, now you can tackle those daily errands.

The Walnut Hills Village is located at 20747 Amar Road, just a ½ block west of Grand Avenue in Walnut.  See the full page ad on page 4 of this publication for coupons and a full listing of all of the retail establishments you can find there.