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115 Petersen ParkwayPO Box 298

Thayne, WY 83127(307) 883-2678

E-mail:thaynesr@silverstar.

comWeb site:

www.thaynesenior.com

Board of DirectorsChairperson:

Dan Carter(Alpine Representative)

Vice-Chairperson:Linda Alders

Secretary:Linda Olenslager

Alternate Secretary:Sharon Nielson

Board MembersDarrell Benshoof

Larry LawtonRosemary Morrell

DirectorJim Bagshaw

Office ManagerMelinda Pebbles

Kitchen ManagerMary Bonnett

Assistant Cook

Outreach SpecialistMarsha Bagshaw

February 2013

Thayne Senior CenterEnter as Strangers, Leave as Friends

Heart Cards- February 18th-28th Everytime you come to the center you will receive a heart with a letter on it.

The first one to spell “HEART” will win an awesome prize!

The Thayne Senior Center is much like a duck, in that on the surface, things seem to be quietly drifting along; however, below the surface there is a great deal of paddling going on. In some respects, that perception is intentional. We strive to make this a great place to come and enjoy a peaceful and restful atmosphere while enjoying a well prepared meal. We try to keep you shielded from the hassles and frustrations that we go through to provide meals. Most of our stress comes from external sources: Can we get the product we need for this meal at a reasonable price and in a reasonable time? Do we have adequate funding? Are we complying with state standards? Et cetera, et cetera, et cetera.... However, there are times our clients, either intentionally, or uninten-tionally add to the stress. A recent series of incidents have left us scratching our heads. We are in the business of providing services but we must insist on logical boundaries to those services. To shorten the story, we felt it necessary to publish a letter to our home delivered clients, included here are some excerpts. Although the letter was aimed at some of our home delivered meal clients, the basic gist of the could letter apply to any of our clients. Most of our clients are wonderful and understand the boundaries, however some need a reminder. ...”Part of the economy of our services comes from the savings realized because the meals are delivered by volun- teers. As the title ‘volunteer’ implies these special people perform this service without any pay or other reimburse- ment, only for the personal satisfaction of providing a service to others. They should be thanked and valued for what they do for the clients.” ...”Would you believe that some of our clients feel they can verbally abuse these volunteers and make unreasonable demands of them? “ “Our people are our most valued resource. The center will not tolerate any form of abuse of our volunteers or staff. There is nothing in our charter that compels us to serve those who abuse our services.” We have a cadre of volunteers that really make this place go and we sa-lute them. As we all strive to make this an even better place, remember that our staff is here to serve and provide the best service possible, and we have a love for this work and are willing to go ‘above and beyond’.

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DOLLAR-A-MONTH CLUBAS OF 1/15/2013

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Heres the Scoop... New Donation Box

We have a gorgeous new donation box graciously made by Dan Carter. Check it out when you come to the center. It was

made from wood salvaged from the Catholic Church in Jackson, so it is at least 50 years old. Thank

you so much Dan.

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BIRTHDAYMEALCOUPONThis coupon valid only at the February 15th Birthday Bash at the Thayne Senior Center.

The SENIOR listed below has a birthday in February This meal is paid compliments of

The Bank of Star Valley, ThayneName:____________________________________________________

MailingAddress:_______________________________________________________

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Senior Spotlight

Jim & Marsha Bagshaw

Home Delivery Drivers (these people see that meals are delivered to the homes of those who are unable to reach the center) . Hank & Linda Alders Tammy BeenkenNorm & Diane Bos Claudia Burkardt John & Paula Diel Bob Gwyn Steve Jeffries Olivia Lainhart Floyd Schell Charles & Paula Steed Rick Tucker

Newsletter: Jan Moore Sharon Nielson Rosemary Morrell Linda Olenslager

Thayne Senior Center Volunteers

Thayne Senior Center Board of Directors

Dan Carter 883-7380Linda Alders 883-1469Linda Olenslager 883-0741Darrell Benshoof 883-5530Larry Lawton 883-9972Rosemary Morrell 883-5900Sharon Nielson 883-3902

Library: Jean Benshoof

Rhubarb Crumble8 C. Rhubarb, chopped1 1/4 C. Sugar, divided2 1/2 C. Flour1/4 C. Brown sugar1/4 C. Oats1 C. ButterIn a saucepan, combine rhubarb and 3/4 C. sugar. Cover and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the rhubarb is tender, about 10 min. Pour into greased 13 x 9 pan. In a bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, oats, and remaining sugar. Cut in butter until crumbly; sprinkle over rhubarb. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Nibbles...

Eating better on a budget1. Plan, plan, plan-

Before you head to the grocery store, plan your meals and snacks

for the week.2. Get the best price-

Check local newspapers and at the stores for sales and coupons.

3. Compare and Contrast-Locate the unit price on the shelf and compare different brands and

package sizes.4. Buy in Bulk-

Choose foods that you use often and can eat within a resonable

amount of time.5. Buy in Season-

Buying fruits and vegetable when they are in season can lower the

cost and add freshness.6. Convenience Costs-

Go back to the basics, take the time to prepare your own.

7. Easy on your wallet-Certain foods like beans, potatoes,

carrots, apples, and bananas are typically low cost options.

8. Cook Once....Eat all Week-Prepare a large batch of your favorite recipe and freeze in

individual containers.9. Get Creative-

Spice up your leftovers- use them in new ways.

10. Eating Out-Save money by getting the early

bird specials or going out for lunch instead of dinner. Also, order water,

not other beverages.

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Shoes are designed to protect your feet. Poorly designed or improperly fitting shoes can increase your risk of injury or foot problems. Here are some common foot problems that may be associated with footwear. -Blisters: Blisters are fluid filled sacs that form over areas where the skin is subjected to con-stant friction or rubbing. They are very common and are often associated with new shoes. They can occur when the foot slides inside the shoe, causing part of the shoe to rub against a part of the foot or ankle. -Calluses: Calluses are thickened areas of skin that appear hard and yellow. They typically form in the same areas as blisters and are caused by continued rubbing of the skin. Calluses are commonly seen on the balls of feet or the outside of the big and small toes. Tight shoes and high heel can contribute to calluses because they put extra pressure on these areas of the feet.

-Bunions: A bunion is an abnormal enlargement of the joint at the base of the big toes. It’s caused when abnormal forces are applied to the big toe, eventually forcing the toe to bend inward toward the other toes. The joint is pushed outward, causing a visible bump on the side of the toe. Bunions can be caused by tight fitting shoes. Some people are more prone to bunions than others. The jutting joint rubs against the side of the shoe causing swelling, redness and pain. -Plantar fasciitis: Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of the connective tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot. Chronic irritation or poor arch support can irritate this tissue. Eventually the tissue may stretch or tear, causing inflammation and heel pain. Some people develop a bone spur, where the tissue attaches to the heel bone. Stretching exercises often are a good treatment for plantar fasciitis. Older folks and those with diabetes tend to have more foot problems, often because of changes in circulation and skin.

Shoes & Foot Problems

Senior Spotlight

Jim & Marsha Bagshaw

Jim was born and grew up in Salt Lake. Marsha was born in Afton and raised here in Star Valley (Auburn). They met when Jim was working in the data sytems department of Mountain Bell. He went to Salt Lake to help install a new computer system. Marsha was working on the manual file conversion and here they crossed paths. They kept a long distance romance for nearly a year before Marsha moved to Denver. They were married in Auburn in the old white church, which is no longer there, on October 23, 1977. Afterwards they went on a honey-moon to San Francisco. They have two children, a daughter and a son; from them, they have 7 grandchildren and 13 great-granchildren (with #14 on the way). Jim and Marsha love to vacation, which you probably already know. They love anywhere a cruise ship sails: Tahiti, New Zealand, Greece, Hawaii, Samoa, etc. They both retired from the old Bell System, Jim when the Bell System broke up, and Marsha a few years later. Jim did have some time working for Bell Telephone Labaratories in New Jersey. Jim and Marsha moved back to Auburn in 1995 and live across the street from the house that Marsha grew up in. They both work here at the Thayne Senior Center and we are happy to have them. They are always smiling and eager to meet a new face.

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2 Breakfast 9-10 AMScrambled Eggs/Ham

Hash Browns/Grilled Onions

V-8 JuiceBiscuitsPeaches

1Swiss Steak

PastaLettuce Salad

Grilled BroccoliFrench BreadChilled Plums

4Hamburger

SteakWhipped Potatoes

Carrot & Celery Salad

Red CabbageWW BreadFruit Cup

5Pizza

Bean MedleyMixed Fruit Cup

Creamy Rice Pudding

6Chicken

FettuccineGreek Salad

Dilly CauliflowerHot RollBerry Pie

7BBQ Spare Ribs

Baked PotatoColeslawBroccoli

French BreadChilled Plums

8Chicken Noodle

SoupFruited Carrot

SaladCinnamon Roll

Orange

11 Hot Turkey Sandwich

Mashed PotatoesSpring Salad

California Veg.Pineapple Upside

Down Cake

12 Mardi GrasJambalayaRice & Black

Eyed PeasEverything Salad

Spinach WW Roll

Citrus Fruit Salad

13Sweet & Sour

MeatballsGarden Rice

ColeslawOriental Veg.

WW BreadSliced Bananas

14 Valentines LunchChicken Cordon

BleuBrown RiceAsparagusWW Bread

Apricots

15 Birthday BashRoast Beef

Mashed PotatoesColeslaw

Savory CarrotsWW Bread

Pineapple BettyCherry Pie

18Ham & Bean

SoupEverything Salad

w/ beetsSpinach

Homemade BreadCitrus Fruit Salad

19Teriyaki Chicken

Seasoned RiceCauliflower/

Broccoli SaladOriental Veg.

Homemade BreadApricots/Sugar

Wafer

20Cheesy Philly

SandwichRoasted PotatoesVegetable Soup

Brussels SproutsWW Bread

Peach & Berry Crisp

21 Dijon Chicken

Brown RiceGreen Salad

BroccoliWW Bread

Strawberries

22 Academy AwardsHollywood Beef Tips

Walk of Fame Potatoes

Dressed Up SaladCelebration Broccoli

Red Carpet Shortcake

25 Baked Pork

ChopsMashed PotatoesVegetable Soup

Smoked CabbageWW Bread

Applesauce Cake

26Meatloaf

Baked PotatoVegetable StewLettuce Salad

Hot RollApricot Crisp

27Monterrey

ChickenSteamed Rice

Spinach & Mushroom Salad

BroccoliWW RollApricots

28Lasagna

Tossed SaladItalian Veg.

French BreadMelon Cup

SuggestedContribution

Seniors$4.00

Non-SeniorsPay $7.00

Meals are served Monday through Friday--- Noon to 1 PMSaturday Breakfast (when scheduled) --- 9 AM to 10 AM

This Institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider--- Please note that this menu is subject to change without notice.

February Menu

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2 Breakfast 9-10 AMScrambled Eggs/Ham

Hash Browns/Grilled Onions

V-8 JuiceBiscuitsPeaches

1Swiss Steak

PastaLettuce Salad

Grilled BroccoliFrench BreadChilled Plums

4Hamburger

SteakWhipped Potatoes

Carrot & Celery Salad

Red CabbageWW BreadFruit Cup

5Pizza

Bean MedleyMixed Fruit Cup

Creamy Rice Pudding

6Chicken

FettuccineGreek Salad

Dilly CauliflowerHot RollBerry Pie

7BBQ Spare Ribs

Baked PotatoColeslawBroccoli

French BreadChilled Plums

8Chicken Noodle

SoupFruited Carrot

SaladCinnamon Roll

Orange

11 Hot Turkey Sandwich

Mashed PotatoesSpring Salad

California Veg.Pineapple Upside

Down Cake

12 Mardi GrasJambalayaRice & Black

Eyed PeasEverything Salad

Spinach WW Roll

Citrus Fruit Salad

13Sweet & Sour

MeatballsGarden Rice

ColeslawOriental Veg.

WW BreadSliced Bananas

14 Valentines LunchChicken Cordon

BleuBrown RiceAsparagusWW Bread

Apricots

15 Birthday BashRoast Beef

Mashed PotatoesColeslaw

Savory CarrotsWW Bread

Pineapple BettyCherry Pie

18Ham & Bean

SoupEverything Salad

w/ beetsSpinach

Homemade BreadCitrus Fruit Salad

19Teriyaki Chicken

Seasoned RiceCauliflower/

Broccoli SaladOriental Veg.

Homemade BreadApricots/Sugar

Wafer

20Cheesy Philly

SandwichRoasted PotatoesVegetable Soup

Brussels SproutsWW Bread

Peach & Berry Crisp

21 Dijon Chicken

Brown RiceGreen Salad

BroccoliWW Bread

Strawberries

22 Academy AwardsHollywood Beef Tips

Walk of Fame Potatoes

Dressed Up SaladCelebration Broccoli

Red Carpet Shortcake

25 Baked Pork

ChopsMashed PotatoesVegetable Soup

Smoked CabbageWW Bread

Applesauce Cake

26Meatloaf

Baked PotatoVegetable StewLettuce Salad

Hot RollApricot Crisp

27Monterrey

ChickenSteamed Rice

Spinach & Mushroom Salad

BroccoliWW RollApricots

28Lasagna

Tossed SaladItalian Veg.

French BreadMelon Cup

SuggestedContribution

Seniors$4.00

Non-SeniorsPay $7.00

February CalendarSunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Birthstone:Amethyst

Flower:Violet

1Walking11 am

2

9-10 AM Breakfast

3

SuperbowlSunday

4Bridge 1 PM

Walking11 am

5

Showtime Tuesday“Letters to

Juliet” movie

@12:30 pm

6Bridge 1 PM

Walking11 am

BINGO

7Hand & Foot

9:30 AM

8Hearing Aid

Clinic10 AM

Walking11 am

9

10

Chinese New Year

11Bridge 1 PM

Board Mtg.10:30 AM Walking11 am

12

Mardi Gras

13Bridge 1 PM

Walking11 am

BINGO

14Hand & Foot

9:30 AM

Valentines Lunch

15Birthday

Bash

Walking11 am

16

17 18Bridge 1 PM

Walking11 am

Play Heart Cards

19

20 Bridge 1 PM

Walking11 am

BINGO

21Hand & Foot

9:30 AM

11:30 am Blood

Pressure Clinic

22 Academy AwardsLunch

Fabulous FridayWalking11 am

23

24 25 Bridge 1 PM

Walking11 am

26 27Bridge 1 PM

Walking11 am

BINGO

28Hand & Foot

9:30 AM

This calendar is subject to change without prior notice.6

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February Birthdays1 Linda Balderson1 Roger E Freeman1 Shirley W Haderlie1 Marvin E Jacobsen1 Miriam Mack1 Mary Lou Moser1 Linda C Passer1 Delores Roberts1 Albert E Schoel1 George J Smith2 Claudia J Burkhardt2 Jane J Cress2 Janet L Klumas2 Sharon L Smith4 Billie J Monson5 Floyd S Schell5 Sharen Trefren6 Judith J Beckett6 DeAnna S Hucke7 Robert Blair Allen7 Kathy L Cunningham7 Martin D Feste7 Jane E Hill8 Majken Bood8 Susan J Smurthwaite9 Colleen J Best9 Joel N Call9 Joseph P Jonas9 Howard V McKim10 Arden C Anderson10 Donna M Gustafson11 Ed C Beitzel

12 Eva M Bateman12 Cap Rodeck13 Dewain Rodney14 Dean E Laurance14 Carl W Peters14 Marsha B Wolfley15 Ray L Burrows16 Gloria Edwards17 Colleen A Welte17 Lu Dean O Williams18 Nancy R Bolle18 Walter W Martin18 Arthur Watkins19 Katherine F Ross19 Bob B Webb20 Wendy Bowen20 Jay E Haskell20 Raymond A Hintze21 Holly P Bateman21 Alma S Burton21 Stanford A Fluckiger21 Steve L Olsen21 Marilynn W Perkins22 LaRue Wilmot23 Steve R Bick23 Renae Clinger23 Sandra Hancock23 Joanne Warrick24 Jean (Olive) Newman25 Una Heap25 Linda H Holsan25 Peggy A Jones

25 Gordon Messer25 Mary M Miller26 Pamala F Hess27 Mary E Grimm27 Jeanne M Harvey27 Leslie F Lamastus27 Janet A Moore27 Joan C Wilde

Showtime Tuesday

The first Tuesday of the month we

will show a movie @ 12:30 PM

Feb. 5th- “Letters to Juliet”

March 5th- “Leap Year”

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A big Thank you to Dan Carter for making our

beautiful new donation box!

Academy Awards CelebrationFriday, Feb. 22nd @ noon

We will roll out the red carpet and have a star studded lunch just for you. Ballots will be available

for you to make your winning predictions. The person with the most correct will get a

swanky prize on Feb. 25th.

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New-- 100% Digital (tri-focal) Hearing Aid3 listening levels -- Quiet, Crowd, Party or Restaurant,

music, telephone, etc.Like 3 hearing aids in one-to improve understanding in noise

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120512thStreetIdahoFalls,Idaho83404

Custom Hearing Service

Office: (208) 523-6656Residence: (208) 529-3807

Toll Free: 1-800-972-9500Cell Phone: 313-0436

Check out our Websitewww.thaynesenior.com

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The Board of Directors of The Thayne Senior Center meets on the second Monday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Any person who has an interest or who has business to conduct may attend.

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The Puzzle Page

Have A Heart: All of these clues have an answer with the word heart in it.- Cruel-Overcome by grief -Burning sensation in the area of the upper stomach and esophagus-To feel sad, upset, or love lorn-Sincere or frank-Crushing grief-Vigorously healthy-Inspiring sympathetic feeling-Sentimental emotion-One compelete pulsation of the heart-Disease treated by veterinarians-Popular saying “Absence makes_________________________”-The name of the 1956 song by Elvis Presley?

Heartless, Broken Hearted, Heartburn, Heart sick, Heart-to-Heart, Heartbreak, Hearty, Heartwarming, Heart-throb, Heartbeat, Heartworm, The Heart groww fonder, Heartbreak Hotel

ADORE, APPEAL, ARROW, ATTRACTION, BEAU, BEGUILED, BELOVED, BEWITCHED,

BOW, BOYFRIEND, CAPTIVATED, CARD, CARING, CHARM, CHERISH, CRUSH, CUPID,

DEAREST, DESIRE, DEVOTION, DOTE, EMOTION, ENCHANTED, ENRAPTURED,

EROS, GIFT, GIRLFRIEND, GREETING, INFATUATION, KISSES, LOVE, LOYALTY,

PASSION, ROMANCE, SMITTEN, SWEETHEART, TREASURE, TRUELOVE,

VALENTINE, YEARNING.

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January Birthday Bash

Each month, local merchants contribute to the success of our Birthday Bash by donating goods and/or services. The local paper has declined to recognize these contributors by name. Lunches for the birthday celebrants are purchased

by Bank of Star Valley. Gift certificates for chocolates are provided by Star Valley Chocolates and Hi Mountain Floral contributes a floral arrangement. Please let these businesses know that you appreciate the

support they give our center.

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Birthday Celebrants, guests ofBank of Star Valley: Janice Altman Barb Cassatt Maxine Coffey Earnie Eaton Helen Jammerman Paul Jensen Judy Kinslow Carl Moser Jymme Snider Ed Thomas Gayle Thomas

HI- MOUNTAIN FLORAL BOUQUET WINNER: Judy Kinslow

STAR VALLEY CHOCOLATE WINNERS: Carl Moser &

Jymme Snider

ENTERTAINMENT: DON SNIDER

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Thayne Senior Center 115 Petersen Parkway PO Box 298 Thayne, WY 83127

PresortNon-Profit

USPostagePaidPermitNumber22Thayne,WY83127

This publication was, in part, developed under a grant from the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration on Aging, and the Wyoming Department of Health, Aging Division. However, these contents do not necessarily represent the policy of the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services or the Wyoming Department of Health, and you should not assume endorsement by the Federal or State government. Opinions expressed herein are solely those of the Thayne Senior Center, employees, or assignees.

Remember these Important February Dates

2nd: Saturday Breakfast: 9-10 AM5th: Showtime Tuesday- “Letters to Juliet” @ 12:30 pm

6th, 13th, 20th, & 27th: BINGO after lunch11th: Board Meeting -10:30 AM 12th: Celebrate Mardi Gras Lunch

14th: Valentines Lunch15th: Birthday Bash - 12PM

18th-28th- Play “Heart” Cards21st: Blood Pressure Clinic- 11:30 AM

22nd: Academy Awards- Star Studded Lunch &Fabulous Friday for those turning 60 this month

ENTERTAINMENT: DON SNIDER