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Community News from Middlefield, Parkman, Huntsburg and surrounding Areas

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HuntsburgPumpkin Festival

Sponsored by:

STOLEN GIFTS WILL BE DONATED TO

On Saturday, Dec. 9, Grinch and his dog Max will arrive in Middlefield. Catch the thief in action between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Grinch and Max will appear at various businesses to steal gifts; and photographers will be following him throughout the day.Grinch will steal the gifts donated by you, our community, at host locations. The first annual Merry Middlefield event is sponsored by the Middlefield Chamber of Commerce and participating Chamber members. Look for Grinch posters and signs when you visit your local merchants in Middlefield. They will have a decorated box or shopping cart for collecting unwrapped toys to be donated to Santa’s Hide-A-Way Hollow, just east of Middlefield,

where Santa is dedicated to providing a memorable Christmas experience for seriously and terminally ill children and

For more information about this event, contact Lynnette at the Middlefield Chamber office, 440-477-2822

Ace Hardware15651 W High Street, Middlefield440-632-0020Acquire Fire Protection17012 Kinsman Road, Middlefield440-632-5600Briar Hill Healthcare15950 Pierce Street, Middlefield440-632-5241Domino’s Pizza15410 W High Street, Middlefield 440-632-5556EcoWater Servisoft of Middlefield14299 Kinsman Road, Burton440-834-4612

Toys will be collected for “Merry Middlefield – A Grinch Steals Christmas” at the following locations:First Quality Power Place 16891 Kinsman Road, Middlefield 440-632-5068Flowers by Emily15620 W High Street, Middlefield440-632-8056Great Lakes Outdoor Supply14855 N State Ave, Middlefield440-632-9151Harrington Square Mall 15561 Kinsman Road, Middlefield440-477-6670Huntington Bank14849 N State Avenue, Middlefield 440-632-5259Huntington Bank in Giant Eagle15400 W High Street, Middlefield440-286-6892 Just For Fun Honda15255 Kinsman Road, Middlefield866-346-3281

Living Well Massage15065 Kinsman Road, Middlefield440-632-5814Middlefield Bank Main Branch15985 E High Street, Middlefield 440-632-1666Middlefield Bank West Branch 15545 W High Street, Middlefield 440-632-8113 Middlefield Library16167 E High Street, Middlefield 440-632-1961Middlefield Post Harrington Square Mall, 15561 W High Street, Middlefield440-632-0782RadioActive Electronics15624 W High Street, Middlefield 440-632-1600Studio for HairHarrington Square Mall, 15561 Kinsman Road, Middlefield440-632-5937

Totally Fit14966 S State Ave, Middlefield 440-724-5921Walmart Supercenter15050 S Springdale Ave., Middlefield440-632-0383Watson’s 87 Furniture15520 W High Street, Middlefield 440-632-5966 White House Chocolates 14607 Kinsman Road, Middlefield440-834-3133Zeppe’s Pizzeria15065 Kinsman Road, Middlefield440-834-0024

MERRY MIDDLEFIELD - A GRINCH STEALS CHRISTMAS!

their families. Write Santa a letter or listen to a message from Santa at www.santashideawayhollow.com where

Christmas is celebrated every day. Kids will be able to meet the Grinch in person at the Middlefield Library from noon until 1:30 p.m. where he will tell his story and give signed books to the young visitors, courtesy of the Friends of the Library.Our Merry Middlefield Grinch will re-appear at 6 p.m. inside Great Lakes Outdoor Supply, 14855 N. State Street in Middlefield to deliver his award-winning dramatic performance. Everyone is invited to meet Grinch, see his performance, and receive a free photo with Grinch and Max. Santa will be available for photos as well. Dress warm and bring chairs for fireworks at 7 p.m. celebrating the conclusion of this special event. Fireworks are courtesy of Great Lakes Outdoor Supply and the Village of Middlefield. Countdown to Grinch

73 DAYS til Dec. 8!See Page 9

First Time in the USA!

ince 2014, the C a r d i n a l S c h o o l District has been

awarding the Hall of Fame induction honor to qualifying Cardinal alumni. To date, more than 40 former Cardinal students have been inducted.

The 2018 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees are: Paul “Chip” Porter (1987) A three-sport athlete, Paul Porter was a member of the football, wrestling and track teams at Cardinal, earning a total of eight varsity letters.  He was an All Geauga County selection in football his senior year and also won the State Title at 155 lbs. in wrestling. Paul was also a part of the school record holding 3200 meter relay team in 1987.  As a senior, he was awarded the Johnny Smallwood Award which is given to Cardinal’s top male athlete. After graduation, he attended Ashland University on a wrestling scholarship. Since college, Paul has competed in numerous bodybuilding competitions, duathlons and 5K’s with much success. He opened his own fitness studio, Fitness Plus, in Middlefield in 1992.

Kenny Bevington (2005) While at Cardinal, Kenny excelled in baseball, football, and wrestling. As a four-year letter

winner in football, in 2004, he set the school record for rushing yards in a season with 1306.  He is second all time with 17 rushing touchdowns in a season and has the second most rushing yards in a game (301). His accomplishments that year earned Kenny the 2004 Chagrin Valley Conference Most Valuable Player Award.  In wrestling, he earned 2nd Team All CVC honors three times. After graduation, Kenny continued his football career at John Carroll University where he was a two-time All American at defensive end.

Rebekah Shipman (2001) Rebekah was a standout three-sport athlete at Cardinal.  She earned 10 varsity letters while playing basketball, softball and volleyball.  As a senior, Bekah earned All State Honorable Mention and league MVP in both basketball and volleyball.  In 2000, she was the District II, Division III Player of the Year in volleyball. Throughout her career she was named Player of the Week by the News Herald and Plain Dealer numerous

2018 Cardinal Hall of Fame Honors

By Jana Ranger

rom July 26 to Aug. 16, I visited Middlefield, Ohio in the United States of

America, where some relatives of my grandmother live.

My name is Jana Ranger and I was born and live in Aalen, Germany with my parents and my younger sister. My hometown is in the south of Germany, in Baden Württemberg - Swabia. I just turned 18 years old, two days before I started the journey. In Germany, I am attending a private school and am going to do my final exams in spring 2019. I plan to work in the health system sometime in the future.

My flight (very exciting) from Munich airport took me through Philadelphia to Cleveland International airport. I was collected at the airport and driven to Middlefield where I met my relatives, who I last saw in Germany when I was 7 years old. With a lot of hugs and excitement, they gave me a very warm welcome so I instantly felt like I was home.

I came to know life here very soon, because I was involved in family life. The life here is quite different from ours in Germany. First of all, everything is wider, more open, beginning with the landscape. The village looks different from villages in Germany. We all have fences all around our property, which normally are much smaller. Distances are longer here, people often use cars in everyday life. In my hometown we often

use public transport, because we have no space for car parking. And I haven´t seen a drive-through bank before. Here people often go out for a meal. And people work very much and long hours. They always seem to be very busy.

When we went out to eat at different restaurants, I came to know American food,

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Jana Ranger, Meredith Canfield and Matt Canfield visit the Middlefield Fire Department. (MP Photo/Jana Ranger)

German native, Jana Ranger, visited Middlefield this past summer. (l-r) Curt Canfield, Matt Canfield, Christina Canfield, Linda Smallwood, Meredith Canfield, Jana Ranger, Jen Hanna and Phil Smallwood (MP Photo/Linda Smallwood)

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Recycle Your MarkersGirl Scout Troop 70911 is using all their energy on a new Service Project that will not

only keep our landfills cleaner, but make more energy that everyone can use. The Crayola ColorCycle program is an amazing new program devised to turn used markers into energy. Middlefield Troop 70911 is strategically placing Drop-Off Boxes to collect any old non-working markers, highlighters, sharpies etc. They do NOT have to be the Crayola brand. The markers will be sent to a facility where they will be converted into clean fuel. This fuel can be used to power vehicles, heat homes, cook meals and more.

Please help support their efforts by saving all your old markers. Currently drop-off boxes can be found in all the Cardinal Schools, so send them in with your kids, grandkids or neighbors. The office of the Middlefield Post and the Middlefield Public Library also have drop off boxes.

This collection will continue throughout the school year, so watch for fun activities to help bring in those used markers! Thank you in advance for participating! With your help the Crayola ColorCycle program will keep tons of plastic out of landfills, and Troop 70911 will successfully complete their Service Project for this year! Remember, don’t throw out that used marker - ColorCycle it! Learn more at www.crayola.com/colorcycle.

The Middlefield Chamber of CommerceCordially Invites You to

Tuesday, October 9, 2018Mary Yoder’s Amish Kitchen

14743 North State StreetFamily Style Luncheon ($20) at Noon • Address immediately following

The State of the Village of Middlefield

An Address by Mayor Ben Garlich

Please RSVP by October 5, 2018 440-632-5705

mccinfo@middlefieldcc.comIf you can not attend, please send an alternate

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Geauga Vision held a Customer Appreciation Cook-out in Middlefield on Sept. 22. (l-r) Jeff Taylor, Theresa Miller, John Bruening, owner; Mayor Ben Garlich, and Carl Hornung, Middlefield Council.

Customer Appreciation Cook-Out At Geauga Vision Well Received

By Darrin Cook

The sudden cool temperatures didn’t hamper Geauga Vision’s customer appreciation cook-out held at their new Middlefield location on Sept. 22. Behind the grill was lab technician turned burger aficionado, Jeff Taylor. He was assisted by Theresa Miller. Both are a part of the Geauga Vision family. Mayor Ben Garlich, members of council, friends, community, and customers all enjoyed the ala cart cook-out consisting of sirloin burgers (bathed in BBQ sauce), hot dogs, chips and cookies. Geauga Vision owner, John Bruening, enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere, talking with guests throughout the day. It was a wonderful time and a true testimony to the tight-knit community.

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A Look Back in TimeBy Rick Seyer

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This weeks photos are of the Mobil Gas station that sat on the southeast corner of the downtown intersection and was owned by Kenny Barnes and C. J. Olds. In the first photo that was probably taken in the late 1950s, you can see many of the businesses that were on the west side of Route 608. Beginning with the business located under the Mobil gas sign was the office of the Home Telephone and the Northeast Ohio Credit Bureau. Next we have the Merryfield Electric store. A private home is next and sat in the middle of the parking lot of what is now Cinda’s Restaurant. Next to that and just barely visible is the Mu-Mac Theater which in later years was Middlefield 5 and 10 and a Golden Dawn grocery store and now Cindas, Jennifer’s Hair Obsession and Circle K.The next photo shows the gas station from another angle looking east on Route 87. Through the years, this gas station had many operators. In its later years it became a SOHIO gas station and was ultimately torn down for the Middlefield Bank redevelopment project.

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times.  As a senior, she was awarded the Jo Harris Award for the most outstanding female athlete at Cardinal. Rebekah continued her volleyball career at Division I Coastal Carolina and then went on to play 2 on 2 Beach Volleyball for seven years.  

Nick Adams (2003) Nick Adams was a student-athlete who graduated from Cardinal High School with eight varsity letters while playing football, basketball and baseball, earning CVC All-Academic Team honors in all three sports and was a three-year member of the National Honor Society. For his merits on and off the field, Adams earned the 2003 Johnny Smallwood Award.  In football, Adams was a three-time letter winner and captain of the 2002 football team that finished with a school record 11 wins and the program’s first state playoff berth. In 2002, Adams set the single season record for passing touchdowns (22) and passing yards in a game (305). Full football accolades include: 2001: CVC Honorable Mention, District Honorable Mention; 2002: CVC First Team, Geauga County First Team, District First Team, All-Ohio Honorable Mention.  In basketball, Adams was a three-time letter winner and captain during the 2002-03 season. Basketball awards include: 2000-01: CVC Honorable Mention; 2001-02: CVC Second Team, All-Ohio Honorable Mention; 2002-03: CVC Second Team, News-Herald Classic All-Star, District First Team, All-Ohio Second Team.  In baseball, Adams was a two-time letter winner while playing shortstop and pitcher. Baseball accomplishments include:   2002: CVC Honorable Mention; 2003: CVC Second Team, News-Herald Division III Honorable Mention, Star Beacon Classic All-Star.  Following his high school career, Adams attended Westminster College in Pennsylvania earning five varsity letters while playing football and basketball. In his senior season playing basketball, Adams earned PAC Honorable Mention honors. As a starting small forward, Adams helped Westminster to their first-ever NCAA Tournament appearance in 2007.  After his academic career, Adams has gone on to work in the NBA for more than a decade with the Orlando Magic, San Antonio Spurs and Cleveland Cavaliers. In 2016, Adams earned an NBA Championship ring with the Cavaliers.

The 2018 Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame Inductees are: Marcella Ann Trybus Tabor (1977) - Dr. Marci Tabor, Class of 1977 Valedictorian, is a rare combination of family doctor and businesswoman.  While at Cardinal, Marci earned a Varsity letter in Golf competing on the boys team and played the forward position on the basketball team.  She participated in numerous musicals and plays, and was a member of the Cardinaires. She also earned First Chair Flute standing in the Orchestra.  Marci was named Miss Cardinal in the Maple Queen court and received the NCTE Honor of Excellence in writing.

After graduation, she continued her education, earning degrees from the University of Notre Dame and Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.  Marci went on to do her residency at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and then became an assistant professor at the College of Medicine at MUSC (Medical University of South Carolina.) Along the way she has earned many certifications including Family Medicine, Patient Centered Medical Home Quality Assurance, and National Committee for Diabetes, Heart Attack and Stroke.  One of Marci’s biggest accomplishments came when she joined a small practice in South Carolina. With her leadership and vision, it expanded from one office to more than thirty locations in the county. Today, Marci continues to provide medical care to her large number of patients. “She is truly a professional woman but has remained true to her dream she had as a child.”

Terrance J. White Jr. (1991) - T.J. White (Terrance James White, Jr.) has 26 years in the stunt and film industry, starting out as a stuntman and stunt driver, and eventually progressing to stunt coordinator, 2nd Unit Film Director, and is also the CEO of his own production company. T.J. began doing stunts when he was 18 years old, but also decided to pursue a chiropractic career and attended Life University in Atlanta, Georgia. After 10 years in Chiropractic practice, T.J. sold his business in 2006 and returned to the film industry full time, starting his own production company, T-Minus Productions. Since then, he has stunt coordinated more than120 music videos and films, TV shows, print jobs and commercials.  In 2017, T.J. came to Cleveland to film scenes for the “Acts of Violence” movie featuring Bruce Willis. The movie’s director allowed T.J. to assist in casting the stunt acting parts from local talent, and he chose a Cardinal High School student and a 1990 Cardinal graduate for roles in the movie.

Elizabeth Noreika (2002) After graduating from Cardinal High School, Elizabeth attended Ohio University where she earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Political Science and Telecommunications and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government/Communicat ions.  Elizabeth has achieved popularity as a news reporter and anchor in West Virginia, Massachusetts and now Cleveland. Since becoming a news anchor and reporter, Elizabeth has been nominated for several awards including Associated Press Reporter of the Year (2011, 2013), WVBA West Virginia Broadcaster Association Best Anchor and Best Reporter (2014).  In 2016, she was nominated for an Emmy by the National Academy of Arts and Science Lower Great Lakes. In March 2016, Elizabeth joined WJW-TV Fox 8 News in Cleveland, Cleveland where she Anchors the 7 p.m. newscast and reports for the 4, 5, 6, and 10 p.m. newscasts.

2018 Cardinal Hall of Fame HonorsContinued from Page 1

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Students and staff walk around the CHS track for the first ever Walk-A-Thon fundraiser for Jordak Elementary School. Students collected more than $2,000 in donations for their school. (MP Photo/CSD)

Jordak Elementary School students wave American flags as they gather outside the former Cardinal Intermediate School for a 9/11 ceremony. Cub Scout Pack 3141 organized the event, which was attended by several law enforcement agencies, service members and veterans. (MP Photo/CSD)

Flag Ceremony Held for 9/11 Rememberance

A wonderful job by Cub Scout Pack 3141 in organizing a 9/11 remembrance ceremony outside of the CIS building on Sept. 11. JES students all came out to witness the event. The Troy Township Fire Department  rang a bell in honor of those fire fighters who lost their lives that day in 2001. Members of Pack 3141 raised and then lowered an American flag, JES music teacher Mr. Joel Kithcart sang the National Anthem, there was a prayer from a local pastor, memories of the day were shared from a current service member, and a wreath was laid at the base of the flag while ninth-grader Anthony L. played taps in the background. It was an honor to have so many law enforcement agencies, service members and veterans on hand for the event as well. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

Fourth graders Elli D. and Logan E. lead third and fourth graders up to CHS for the first ever Walk-A-Thon fundraiser. Elli and Logan led the way because they raised the most money between the two class levels. (MP Photo/CSD)

Walk-A-Thon Raises Thousands for Jordak

Our pups lucked out with a gorgeous (and warm) day for their first ever Walk-A-Thon fundraiser on Friday, Sept. 14. Grades three and four walked around the CHS track in the morning and K-2 walked in the afternoon. When they weren’t walking laps, students were able to enjoy some fun field activities such as bubbles, an obstacle course, and hula hoops. The Jordak PTO did an outstanding job organizing the walk and we are grateful to Trumbull Memorial Hospital  for helping to sponsor the first-time event. A big congratulations to second grader Charles A. who raised the most donations for the entire school and was able to lead the K-2 students from Jordak up to the high school track for the walk. Fourth graders Elli D. and Logan E. raised the most money out of the third and fourth grades and led their walkers. All money raised goes right back to the school. Great job pups!

PBIS Award WinnersThis district is proud to share that, for

the third year in a row, Cardinal Schools are being recognized by the state for our Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) efforts.

In our district, Jordak Elementary School is just one of seven to receive the prestigious gold medal, Cardinal Middle School is also one of seven schools receiving a silver medal and Cardinal High School is one of just 12 schools to receive a bronze medal. We’ve also learned that the district as a whole is one of three in the area receiving a district PBIS implementation award, which is the first time this award is being given out. The district will be recognized for their efforts at the 2018 Ohio PBIS Showcase in Columbus on Nov. 29-30. We are so proud of our staff, students and families for supporting these efforts - they’re paying off. Way to go, everyone! 

The Cardinal Huskies Marching Band performs at Band Night on Sept. 8. This is the first time the district has hosted a band night on our field. Bands from Berkshire, Matthews, and Cuyahoga Heights also performed.

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Of all the joints in your body, the shoulder joint

has the greatest range of motion. Because of its incredible mobility, it is more likely to be injured or sustain painful problems. And

when it does become painful, it impacts almost everything you are trying to do. Shoulders sustain sprains and strains, dislocations, tendinitis, torn rotator cuffs, bursitis, frozen shoulder, fractures, arthritis and a host of other injuries and conditions. Because it is such a mobile joint, you can hurt it in falls, when you strain to try to reach something, when you lift something heavy, and even when you throw a ball or play a game. Sometimes it becomes injured and painful just from a gradual irritation or deterioration over time. If you don’t get it treated when the pain starts, it has the potential to lead to larger problems.

Where do you look for relief of shoulder pain? Too often when twinges of pain erupt from the shoulder, busy people just pop a pain-killer and push on through their day. The next day hurts even more, so they take a few more pills and continue without seeking help or they seek out a surgeon who can only provide surgery as an option when they actually don’t want or even need surgery. This practice leads to a continuing and escalating shoulder problem as well as other side effects of increased dependency on pain-killers, unnecessary MRI imaging, ineffective steroid injections and life-threatening surgery!

In fact, according to a report released three years ago by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), our culture’s tendency to treat chronic pain with a one-pill-fits-all-mindset has created a “silent epidemic” regarding the use and possible overuse of opioid reliance. They suggest that we must urgently consider nonpharmacological approaches to treating pain, including physical therapy.

“The overriding question is whether we, as a nation, are currently approaching chronic pain in the best possible manner that maximizes effectiveness and minimizes harm,” the NIH panel said. The answer to that question, they concluded, is no. The panel specifically mentions physical therapy as an effective nonpharmacological treatment and noted that many people are not aware of this and other options to opioids.

How your physical therapist can help your shoulder pain. When you consult with a doctor of physical therapist because of shoulder pain, you can expect that first you will be evaluated so that they can determine the cause of your pain and then an effective way to treat it the same day.

We will use a combination of hands on treatment to loosen the muscles and joints and combine it with dry needling, laser therapy, electrical stimulation, hot and cold treatments, and Kinesio tapping. Add to that stretching and strengthening exercises including gentle pendulum exercises and education on proper posture and movement to decrease the pain.

Some common shoulder problems

Physical Therapy Best Option for Shoulder Pain Relief

Dr. Adam M Cramer, PT, DPT

we treat include rotator cuff tendonitis, bursitis, frozen shoulder, stroke recovery and shoulder fracture.

Rotator cuff tendonitis occurs when the rotator cuff tendons that attach to the arm bone in the area directly underneath the bony prominence of the shoulder blade get pinched under the bone and become sore and inflamed and painful creating bursitis.

Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, occurs as your shoulder gradually loses motion and becomes painful. It can be debilitating and painful if it is not treated.

Shoulder fractures result from falls and accidents. When you fall on your outstretched arm, a shoulder fracture is often the painful result. You can injure your collarbone, humerus or scapula or all three in a bad fall or accident.

What you can expect from your physical therapy. It takes time for your shoulder to heal. It is important that you move at the pace your physical therapist advises, because you need to avoid re-injury as you struggle to regain normalcy. With each visit you will receive Pain relieving treatment so control pain and inflammation without pharmaceuticals. You will also be program of exercise to do at home between visits to continue to heal and strengthen your shoulder.

Physical therapy has been researched as an effective method for treating and overcoming shoulder pain and the results have been consistently positive. One of the most quoted studies, A Randomized, Controlled Clinic Trail of a Treatment for Shoulder Pain, was published as far back as 1997 in the peer-review scientific journal, “Physical Therapy.”

Study proves effective of physical therapy in treating shoulder pain. The aim of the study was to evaluate the effectiveness of physical therapy as a treatment approach to shoulder pain. A total of 66 volunteers with shoulder pain were randomly allocated to a treatment group that gave them one month of physical therapy aimed at restoring function of their shoulder muscles or to a control group who received no treatment.

Throughout the trial, the participants were routinely tested for pain intensity, range of motion (ROM), isometric muscle force, functional impairment, and self-perception of improvement. Overall, the subjects who received the physical therapy showed improvement in pain-free status and had a more flexible range of motion as well as a higher self-perception of improvement.

In contrast, study authors Karen A. Ginn, Robert D. Herbert, Wendy Khouw, and Rebecca Lee observed that the subjects who received no physical therapy at all deteriorated slightly over the period in their ROM and functional impairment measures.

“These results suggest that the physical therapy approach used in this study is effective in improving shoulder function in subjects experiencing pain of mechanical origin,” they concluded. “The results also provide little evidence of spontaneous recovery over a one-month period.”

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By Joe Novak

If this article is published, one thing is for sure

- either my funeral was recently held or soon will be. When you die, you don’t know you’re dead, it

is only a problem for those left behind. I have no regrets. As a Christian I am

looking forward to meeting Jesus and hope he feels the same. I have lived a good life and enjoyed most of it, even the hard work. I have always enjoyed meeting people and my wife describes my conversations this way, “Ask Joe what time it is and he will tell you how to build a watch.” Now I resemble that and hope that those who I have bored with my dissertations learned something, even if only to not ask questions that can’t be answered with a one word answer.

If I was ever the fool, it was because I thought I could enlighten the world with common sense ideas. I now realize that the only entity that has never stopped worked diligently to indoctrinate the world in his manifesto, is Satan. God has not given up, he’s just finding too many deaf ears and closed minds.

My philosophy in life: those that have the lowest and crappiest jobs need the most encouragement, recognition and

My Last Article, not ... thanks, since I am grateful for what they do and that I didn’t need to do it.

I have always tried to treat people the way I wanted to be treated by others. I tried to make people laugh with silly jokes and a weird sense of humor. My wife says that they will eulogize me by saying, “This man told a thousand jokes; however, it was always the same one.”

I will leave this world with a few projects unfinished, not because I leave things incomplete but because I have too many started with not enough time to tackle them all.

I hope I am remembered as a God-fearing man who was generous to others, a great husband, father and a decent writer. They say the average person is forgotten in 60 days and that may be true. But when have I ever been average? Not that I am above being average – I just feel "different" is a better word.

Joe Novak retired from PGS,Inc. a manufacturing company he sold in 2005. He has written more than 150 articles for The Middlefield Post and is active in his community and church. Joe’s articles are based on his life and business experiences and though he tries to be as accurate as possible, he recommends you contact an expert or professional when in doubt.

From the editor: Joe Novak sent this article prior to his Slovenia trip, kind of tongue-in-cheek. His note said, "just in case ... ," I was not to publish unless appropriate, well I was so entertained, I could not resist. By the way, I have not yet heard if he made it home safely; I'm sure he did.

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Brad Hurtig of Geauga Safety CouncilBrad Hurtig has been inspiring safer workplaces and impacting high school students

since his devastating workplace accident at the age of 17 that resulted in the amputation of both of his hands. His workplace accident occurred only days after finishing his sophomore year of high school.

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Coming Oct. 4, Aldi - a Brief HistoryBy Nancy Huth

Back in 1913, Karl Albrecht and his wife Anna opened a Mom and Pop store in the town of Essen, Germany, in the country’s coal pot. Karl had worked in the mines, but after b e i n g d i a g n o s e d with emphysema, decided on a change of profession. The Albrechts had two sons, Theo and Karl, both of whom served in the army in WWII. After their return home from prisoner of war camps, they saw how little everyone had in an almost completely destroyed Germany. So, they turned their parents store, which had miraculously survived the bombing, into the Aldi type of store we know today, opening it in 1948. The name Aldi is a combination of the first two letters of their family name and the “di” from discount. Germany has approximately 3,800 stores today.

In 1960 the brothers had a dispute about whether to sell cigarettes and decided to form two branches with one brother forming Aldi North, which sold cigarettes, and the other Aldi South. Aldi South has the orange and blue sign that we are familiar with. The first US store was opened in Iowa in 1976 and the company is now headquartered in Batavia, IL. This year, 2018, there are more than 1800 Aldi stores in the US.

The Aldi brothers were for many years the richest men in Germany. In 1971 Theo was kidnapped for 17 days with the family paying $2 million for his release. Only half of it was ever found, but Theo was able to write it off on his taxes as an expense. After this incident, the family became very reclusive and were seldom seen in public. The brothers loved golf and had their own private course. Theo passed away in 2010 at age 88 and Karl in 2014 at age 94.

The concept behind Aldi is simple and has remained the same over the years. We are familiar with many of the characteristics, such as paying a quarter for the cart and getting the quarter back when we return the cart. The stores don’t stay open past 9 pm. To keep prices stable, only 10-15 employees work at each store with each being able to do all the necessary tasks. Of the approximately 700 items they carry, 90 percent of the products are the Aldi brand, so you may find

two brands of ketchup, rather than 20. The limited assortment allows constant turnover and reduces spoilage. The buildings are a uniform size of about 12,000 square feet and are usually built on a corner near other stores. Because Aldi limits its products, its stores don’t need large warehouses.

Since 2015, in an effort to offer more healthy foods, you will find no synthetic colors, no hydrogenated oils and no added MSG in any of their products.

A history of Aldi in the US has to include the story of Trader Joe’s. A man named Joe Coulombe opened the store named after himself in 1967 in Pasadena, CA. It is an American grocery chain owned since 1979 by a German private equity family. Though owned by Aldi North, Trader Joe’s has separate and distinct ownership and operation. The Hawaiian theme you notice at Trader Joe’s was introduced by Joe Coulombe after he visited the Caribbean years ago. Also the ringing of the bells in a series of one to four, takes the place of a loud speaker system.

Many of our business success stories in the US can be traced back to early immigrants or their children who followed the American dream. Welcome to Middlefield, Aldi.

Editors note: To celebrate the opening of its first Middlefield store, ALDI will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, Oct. 4 at 8:45 a.m. Shoppers can sample ALDI-exclusive brand foods and enter a sweepstakes for a chance to win a year’s supply of ALDI produce. The Middlefield store is part of the $3.4 billion ALDI investment to expand to 2,500 stores nationwide by the end of 2022. ALDI currently has more than 1,800 stores in 35 states, serving more than 40 million customers each month. ALDI Official Grand Opening and Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony is on Oct. 4, 8:45 a.m. Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony and official Grand Opening followed by Produce for a Year sweepstakes, product sampling and eco-friendly bag distribution. ALDI is located at 14955 S. Springdale Ave., Middlefield (44062)

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work and determination, he rejoined his high school football team. His senior year, Brad led his team with 111 tackles and earned all-state honors, all while playing with no hands. Now Brad is taking his powerful message of workplace safety to businesses and organizations across the country. His story has been featured on CBS, NBC, ESPN, Montel, TEDx and in the New York Times.

Geauga Safety Council is excited to invite Brad Hurtig to speak on Friday, Oct. 5 at 11:30 a.m. at the Huntsburg Community Center. This meeting is sponsored by GSC member, LANXESS, in Chardon. High schools can request his presentation at their school assembly for free. Find out more about him at www.bradhurtigsafety.com.

To register to attend this meeting and hear this dynamic speaker, contact Sue at safety@middlefieldcc.com. Member cost is $20 and non-member is $25 per person.

Brad Hurtig is a bilateral amputee who will present Workplace Safety on Oct. 5 at Geauga Safety Council. (MP Photo/Brad Hurtig)

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In other words, your physical therapist can help you heal from your shoulder pain, avoiding surgery, saving you money and returning you to your normal life. Just leaving your shoulder alone to heal won’t help you at all.

Dr. Adam M. Cramer, PT, DPT, is a licensed physical therapist, pain specialist and owner of MyoFit Clinic, 14950 S. Springdale Ave., Middlefield (44062). 440-632-1007.

ReferencesNational Institutes of Health. News Release. NIH says current treatment of chronic pain has created “silent epidemic;” More focus needed on non-drug approaches. PT News. Jan. 14, 2015http://www.apta.org/PTinMotion/News/2015/1/14/ChronicPainNIH/Ginn, Karen A. et all. A Randomized, Controlled Clinical Trial of a Treatment for Shoulder Pain. Physical Therapy. Volume 77, Issue 8, Pages 802-809 https://academic.oup.com/ptj/article/77/8/802/2633184

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Fort Huntsburg Performs at Pumpkin FestivalEveryone’s favorite Keepin-it-Country band, Fort Huntsburg, will perform at the

Huntsburg Pumpkin Festival on Saturday, Oct. 6 from 4 to 6 p.m. The Band started in the late 80s, but got serious about performing in 1990. The current band members are Bill and Mary Heath, Jim Hein, Don Burrows, and Chris Tenny.

Fort Huntsburg plays classic and traditional country music that they love, rock & roll, swing, bluegrass (country style), polka and top 40 Country if it fits their style. They are keeping busy playing at local festivals, county fairs, and private parties in the summer. In the winter you can find them at VFW’s, Eagles, American Legions, Moose lodges, or anywhere else they are invited. For their schedule or to talk about an event, email bill@forthuntsburgband.com, call 440-636-5178 or visit www.forthuntsburgband.com.   

Raelynn Performs at the Pumpkin FestivalRaelynn (Debevits) Prokop will be performing for the eighth

consecutive year at the Huntsburg Pumpkin Festival at 11:20 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6. A Geauga County native, she has been singing since she was 8 years old. Raelynn got married this past August and she and her husband live in Chardon, where Raelynn grew up. She is the Director of Clinical Nutrition and dietitian at Heather Hill in Chardon, and has a Master’s degree in nutrition.

(right) Raelynn Prokop will be performing at the Huntsburg Pumpkin Festival on Oct. 6. (MP Photo/Raelynn Prokop)

Turkey Dinner Come to the Huntsburg Pumpkin Festival on Sat., Oct. 6 and stay for a traditional turkey

dinner at the Huntsburg Congregational Church, 12435 Madison Road, Huntsburg from 4 to 6:30 p.m. The dinner has been served at the church even before there was a pumpkin festival, which started 49 years ago. The turkey is served with real mashed potatoes, gravy, homemade stuffing, green beans, coleslaw, rolls, beverage, and choice of pie for dessert. Carry out dinners are available. Tickets for the Chinese Auction will be sold during the dinner.

Tickets are sold at the church starting at 4 p.m. Seating is on a first come basis as they become available. $11 for adults, $9 for Seniors 65 and over, $6 for children 5 through 10 and preschoolers free. Call 440-636-5504.

Huntsburg Pumpkin FestivalThe 2018 Huntsburg Pumpkin Festival will take place Oct. 6 and 7 at the corner of

Routes 528 and 322. There is no entrance fee and all contests, entertainment and attractions are free. General Information and schedule of events www.huntsburgpumpkinfestival.com and www.Destinationgeauga.com.

This year attractions include Jungle Terry, Antique Tractors & Engines, Classic Car Show, Fort Huntsburg Country Band, Cardinal School Show Choir the Cardinaires, The Cardinal Marching Band, Bagpipe performance by Geauga Highlanders, The Usual Suspects Band, Erie Heights Brass Ensemble, Country Singer Raelynn Debevits, K-9, Demos by Geauga County Sheriff’s Dept., The University Hospital Pet Pals and the Walnut Hill Cloggers. The Super Parade is Sunday at 2:15 p.m.

Continued from Page 1which I liked very much, especially pancakes. We also tried to cook some German food using the recipe book I brought with me.

During the warm summer weeks, we did a lot of activities. First of all, I came to know Middlefield and its shops (supermarket, bank, post office) by accompanying Linda Smallwood, in whose house I lived. The warm weather was ideal for going to the swimming pool with Linda's grandchildren. I came to know a treetop trail, which I liked very much and the beach of Lake Erie. With this I came to know and talked to a lot of friends of the people I stayed with.

Highlights were a trip to Niagara Falls, which are ever so exciting, and a daytrip to Put-In-Bay, the island in Lake Erie. But the best thing was that I was able to see how people live and work here. The only thing which was sad was that I missed the county fair. I liked it very much in Middlefield and I would like to visit again very soon.

Addendum by Colleen Lockhart: Jana was a guest of Phillip and Linda Smallwood. She expressed interest in journalism so she was invited to write an article for the Middlefield Post. This is her first published article. The treetop trail she enjoyed was the canopy walk at Holden Arboretum. Linda told us that Jana helped her sort books for the Book Sale Room in the Middlefield Library every Saturday while she was here.  She took home many books.  Linda was worried her suitcase would be over the weight limit!

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Middlefield Chamber Schedule The Middlefield Chamber of Commerce has finalized their meeting schedule through

the end of the year. The State of the Village of Middlefield will be presented by Mayor Garlich on Oct. 9 at noon at Mary Yoder’s Amish Kitchen. Doors will open at 11:45 a.m. Cost to attend the meeting is $20 – a family style lunch will be served. Register by Oct. 5.

Doors open at 11:45 a.m. on Nov. 13 at the Middlefield Library where Barbara Titus from Sheoga Hardwood Flooring will speak about their work with the Gary Sinise Foundation, providing specially-adapted smart homes for catastrophically injured combat warriors and first responders. Commander Jeff Gardner from the Middlefield VFW Post will speak about their work with the Veterans-In-Need program. Lunch is $10. Canned food, gift cards, and non-perishable items will be collected.

Dec. 8 brings Santa and our Grinch to town for the Merry Middlefield event, free to the public. Watch for the official toy donation signs where you can donate unwrapped toys.

The last meeting of 2018 will be held on Dec. 11 at noon at Mary Yoder’s Amish Kitchen with the Cardinal Cardinaires Christmas Concert. Cost is $20 and a family style lunch will be served.

Contact the Chamber or Middlefield VFW Post to donate to the Veterans-In-Need program in Geauga County. The monthly Chamber meetings are open to all. Contact Lynnette to register by phone at 440-632-5705 or email mccinfo@middlefieldcc.com.

Merry Middlefield is Coming SoonThe Middlefield Chamber of Commerce is making plans and checking them twice,

getting ready for the all-day Merry Middlefield event on Saturday, Dec. 8 starting at 9 a.m. But first start your holiday season at the Middlefield Village Tree Lighting Ceremony, sponsored by the Village of Middlefield, on Friday, Nov. 23 at 7 p.m. where the Cardinaires will perform, the Grinch will appear and refreshments will be provided at Pocket Park.

On Dec. 8, the day will start early at 9 a.m. when the Grinch visits designated stops where he will “steal” the gifts that have been donated by you, our generous community. At noon, Grinch and his dog will make a Middlefield library-sponsored stop at the Cardinal Middlefield School auditorium where they will sign “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” books and have their photograph taken - one per family please. This stop is sponsored by the Middlefield Library who will be offering an all-day program starting at 9 a.m. for all ages with make-and-take crafts and fun projects. At 6 p.m. at Great Lakes Outdoor Supply, the Grinch will tell the story of “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” with the help of his dog and Cindi Lou Who. A visit from Santa is expected after story time where the kids will have a chance to tell Santa from Santa’s Hide-A-Way Hollow what they would like for Christmas this year. Santa’s elves will be there to help guide your child to Santa’s lap.

Christmas ornaments will be available to purchase from Middlefield Chamber as a souvenir of the event and refreshments will be served. The evening culminates with fireworks provided by Great Lakes Outdoor Supply and the Village of Middlefield.

Start watching for the “wanted” posters and gift donation location signs for your opportunity to help the members of the Middlefield Chamber of Commerce provide unwrapped toys that will be delivered to Santa’s Hide-A-Way Hollow, “A magical place where the spirit of Christmas lasts forever.”

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Born AgainBy Roger Kruse

When people remember former President Richard Nixon, most think automatically of the Watergate scandal. It was an ugly chapter of American politics that ended in his disgrace and r e s i g n a t i o n f r o m office. Few, h o w e v e r , r e m e m b e r the man who served faithfully as Special Counsel to Nixon from 1969 to 1973. His name was Charles Colson. He was best known as the president’s “hatchet man”. He was arrogant and ruthless in his zeal to serve Nixon. However, the Watergate conspiracy brought about his downfall. He eventually pleaded guilty to obstruction of justice and was incarcerated for 7 months in a federal pr ison. Upon his release Colson declared that he was now a born-again Christian. Those who knew the “old” Chuck Colson were skeptical of his new proclamation of faith. However, his book “Born Again” detailed his amazing transformation of life. The next 38 years leading up to his death in 2012 would demonstrate that he was indeed a new man. In 1976 he founded Prison Fellowship Ministries which positively impacted tens of thousands of inmates in prisons all over the world.

Just what does the term “born again” mean? It goes back to a conversation that Jesus had with a Jewish Pharisee named Nicodemus. In John 3, we see that Nicodemus came to Jesus at night. He wanted a private meeting with the Teacher but probably didn’t want his colleagues to know. Most of the religious leaders were at odds with Jesus. They clung to their traditions and legalistic observance of the Law of Moses. Yet Nicodemus found himself being drawn to Jesus. His heart was spiritually hungry. He was convinced that Jesus’ words and deeds revealed that God was truly with Him.

Jesus didn’t beat around the bush. He immediately responded to Nicodemus’

opening comment with the words, “You must be born again.” In fact, Jesus said that no one can see the kingdom

of God unless he or she is born again. This confused Nicodemus, but Jesus explained that he was speaking of a spiritual birth in contrast to physical birth. He went on to compare it to the movement of the wind. It is difficult to predict where and when the wind will blow, but the effects can readily be seen and felt. In the same way, the work of God’s Spirit in our lives may seem mysterious and hard to explain, but its impact will surely be felt and demonstrated.

In 1971 my life was c h a n g e d

forever. A searching, unsettled 19-year-old opened his heart to

Jesus and God’s Holy Spirit moved in. Within days and weeks, I was being transformed from the inside out. I marveled at the newness of my life. A new-found peace and joy took root in my heart. I discovered forgiveness, a new love for others, and an assurance of eternal life. There was no doubt that I had been “born again”. I happen to know my spiritual birthday because it was on June 11 that I prayed and ask Christ to make Himself real to me.

God works uniquely in all of our lives. He is big enough to meet each one of us according to the ripeness of our circumstances and the readiness of our soul. He will not push His way in, but yearns for our positive response to His invitation. The living Lord Jesus will reveal Himself to any and every believing heart. A simple, heart-felt step of faith can begin a journey that can change everything. The new birth is our entry into new spiritual life. Chuck Colson discovered its reality, and so can you.

The journey of knowing and serving Jesus continues daily for Roger Kruse. God’s love and patience moves him forward with hope, and the Lord’s goodness and mercy continues to follow him all the days of his life!

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Department on Aging Annual AwardsBy Colleen Lockhart

The Geauga County Department on Aging held their annual awards meeting and luncheon on Sept. 19 at Notre Dame Education Center by showcasing the many services offered to seniors in Geauga County. Director Jessica Boalt shared their accomplishments over the 2017 fiscal year, what the department offers, where they received their operating revenue, and how funds were spent. The senior population is growing in Geauga County. The total senior population is approaching 29,000 with approximately 13,000 individuals accessing services and programs through the Department on

Aging. More than 30 programs and services are provided through four Senior Centers managed by 38 staff and 551 volunteers. Awards were presented to volunteers and partner agencies for their outstanding service to the senior population in Geauga County through their association with the Department on Aging. The Home Delivered Meals volunteer of the year was Joe Constant. Joe recently passed away and will be greatly missed by the seniors on his delivery route. His wife, son and daughter-in-law accepted the award on his behalf. The Volunteer of the Year was Kathy Doyle. A former teacher, Kathy was unsure what she would do with her time after retirement. She found a welcoming place at the Department on Aging. The Senior Supporter of the year was Ohman Family Communities whose three generations of Ohman’s are dedicated to bringing support services to individuals through Briar Hill, Blossom Hill and Heather Hill. The Rose Motley Advocate of the Year was Dawn Damante from UH Hospitals. Her valuable lunch and learns, health check-ups, and dedication to serving the health care needs make a difference in the lives of Geauga’s seniors. Last but not least was Senior of the Year, John Larker. John is a dedicated volunteer at the Department on Aging, assisting home bound seniors and winning friends where ever he goes. John closed his acceptance speech by encouraging everyone to make a difference and volunteer. To learn about the services available through the Geauga County Department on Aging or to become a volunteer, please call 440-279-2130.

John Larker received the Senior of the Year award from the Geauga County Department on Aging at their awards luncheon on Sept. 19, 2018. (MP Photo/Colleen Lockhart)

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Martin “Papa” Lawrence  Polomsky, age 74 of Middlefield, passed away peacefully Thursday, Sept. 13, 2018 at home surrounded by family. He was born in Cleveland and had been a resident of Middlefield for more than 30 years. Mr. Polomsky’s first position was at Campus Sportswear, where he met his wife of 53 years, Sandra Marie Rucinski. He proposed to her on Holy Saturday at St. Wenceslas Catholic Church. Martin retired from Republic Finance and LK McGuinness where he worked in public relations. He had excellent penmanship. He was a devoted Catholic  and active member of St. Helen Catholic Church in Newbury. In Martin’s early healthy years, he enjoyed riding to Parkman to the Polomsky Farm and helping doing chores. He was an avid fan of muscle cars, trains, doing yard work and playing pool. He also enjoyed finding a good bargain, and organizing while listening to the music of Rick Nelson. He also loved traveling, fishing,

Norman Craig Klein, born July 15, 1931, passed away Friday Sept. 21 at the age of 87. Norman was born in West New York, New Jersey and had one older brother, Bill, and two step-siblings, Bill and Mary. Norman was married to Astrid (Olson) who pre-deceased him in 1981, and then also Janet (Walters) who pre-deceased him in 2014. Norman was fortunate to have celebrated 25th wedding anniversaries with both women. Norman is survived by his three sons Craig, Mark, and Scott (Laura). He had five grandchildren, Allison, Becca, Noel, Andrew and Dorothy, and several nieces and nephews. Besides New Jersey, Norman lived in many states: Minnesota, North Dakota, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Florida, Ohio

and California. Norman attended seminary after high school and was a Lutheran Minister for several years. He later focused on a career in sales and marketing, with some graphic design work as well, based on extraordinary drawing capabilities. Norm’s passions in life included playing the piano and writing music. He was an accomplished classical music piano player. He also very much enjoyed movies and the golden days of Hollywood. His favorite movie, out of the thousands in his own personally recorded collection, was King Kong, filmed in 1933. He was also an avid reader, with Sherlock Holmes stories being amongst his favorites. Norman traveled to Europe several times and hiked the Swiss Alps. He also once met his son Craig, a Naval Academy Graduate, in Hawaii, and traveled back to California with him aboard an air craft carrier. There are no planned services at this time, as in a last act of selflessness, Norman donated his remains to the Cleveland Clinic Body Donation program, where medical students will have the opportunity to learn from him. Norman lived his final year of life in Middlefield, Ohio near his son, Scott; daughter-in-law, Laura and granddaughters, Allison and Becca. His final months were cared for beautifully by all the professional, wonderful and caring people at Briar Hill Nursing Home.

hunting, camping and spending time with loved ones. In Martin’s bedbound years, he enjoyed bird watching, reading, listening to Moody Radio and especially the Ministry of Joni Earekson Tada, classic movies and television shows.  He  loved a good home cooked meal and he can’t wait to have his mom’s stuffed cabbage in heaven. He especially loved being with his family and friends, who will miss him dearly.

 Martin is survived by his beloved wife Sandra Marie; daughters, Rita (Russell) Warren of Newton Falls and Sharon (Darryl) Harper of Chardon; sons Matthew Polomsky of Grand Canyon, Ariz., and Jeffrey (Susan) Polomsky of Middlefield; grandchildren, Russell Warren, Terri (Dillon) Lewis, Amy Harper and her fiancé, Brian Hanzel,  Leah Harper, Mia Polomsky, and Kaylie Polomsky, sister-in-law Mary Kay Polomsky, many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Martin and Helen (Seman) Polomsky; infant daughter Ann Marie Polomsky, his brother Gerald Polomsky and his sister Mary Ann and brother-in-law John Metyk.

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Relax through MeditationBy Christina Grand Porter

Me d i t a t i o n seems to be one of those

things that many people want to start but find it hard to get around to actually doing. The object of meditation is to quiet

the mind, which calms the body and the spirit. It is difficult to clear your mind when you first start, but perseverance will pay off if you stick with it. I now meditate every day for at least a half hour and I can see the benefits. I’m more grateful, energetic and enthusiastic; my blood pressure is excellent; I respond calmly to situations that would have previously sent me into a frenzy and I am sleeping longer, deeper and far more restfully.

To begin meditating, you must find a place to sit where you won’t be disturbed. You don’t have to sit cross-legged like the Yogis do; just find a position where you are comfortable. You may want to start with smaller intervals at first, say five or 10 minutes. Set a timer so you aren’t always opening one eye to see how much longer you have, but don’t set one near you that ticks or you may be disturbed by the noise. I set my kitchen timer on the stove and I know, once I sit down in the next room, that I’m not getting up until that timer goes off, so I can relax. Increase your time after a week or so until you get to where you can sit peacefully for 20 minutes or a half hour at a time.

When you imagine meditating, you probably envision diving down into your head, so you may be prone to pull yourself inward, but what you really want to do is open yourself up, so visualize pulling your head and chest open for good energy to enter. You can choose a mantra, a word or sound to help you concentrate, to either think or chant over and over. You can also just concentrate on your breathing. Clear your mind of everything except that breath going in and then coming back out. If a thought appears in your head, don’t get discouraged. Just expel it and go back to focusing on your breath or your mantra. Be strict about ejecting thoughts; meditation is not the time to problem solve or daydream.

At first it may seem that you’re not accomplishing anything, but if you stick with it, one day you’ll suddenly realize how tranquil you feel when that timer goes off and you open your eyes. You will get to the point where you’ll look forward to the sessions and feel joy at the mere thought of meditating because it is so comforting. You may even find yourself sitting down to meditate more than once a day.

We live in a time where people are overly worried. Too many of us walk around with our brains feeding us thoughts about problems that don’t exist. We steadily fret over things we can’t control or don’t even know will actually happen.

Christina Grand Porter is a novelist who lives in Huntsburg with her husband and two dogs.

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All leases are though F.M.C.C. and are closed and require credit approval. All fi gured at 10,500 miles per year, 1st payment, Title Fees and Taxes or Rebates due on delivery. Any eligible F.M.C.C. returning lessees would qualify for Renewal. RESIDENCY RESTRICTIONS MAY effect lease payments. Retail New and Used payment require Taxes and Titles Fees due on delivery. 2019-2016 5.29 rate @ 78 months, 2015-2013 5.44 rate @ 78 months, 2012-2011 6.24 rate @ 78 months and 2010-Older 6.49 rate @ 60 Months with credit score of 740 or higher with approved credit. Sale ends 9/30/18

Sales Hours:Mon. 9-9 • Tues. 9-6Wed. 9-6 • Thurs. 9-9

Fri. 9-6 • Sat. 9-4“HOME OF MR. LOW PAYMENT” 330.638.1010 • 800.667.1898 Follow Us OnFacebook

3098 Elm Rd Ext. NE • Cortland, OH 44410

EARLY BIRD PULL-AHEAD UP TO 3 PAYMENTS!

2018 Ford Escape SE FWD#T28456

2018 Ford Explorer XLT 4X4

2018 Ford Fusion SE Tech PKG

2018 Ford F-150 Crew Cab STX

2018 Ford Focus SE#28083 #28345

1.5 LTR. ECO Boost

2018 Ford Edge SE

$225 $259

$265

$339LEASE RENEWAL EVERYONE PAYS

LEASE RENEWAL EVERYONE PAYS

1 AT THIS PRICE 20 AVAILABLE

*1ST PAYMENT, TAXES, TITLE, 45 DAY TAG & DOC FEE DUE AT SIGNING. *1ST PAYMENT, TAXES, TITLE, 45 DAY TAG & DOC FEE DUE AT SIGNING.RESIDENCY RESTRICTIONS MAY APPLY RESIDENCY RESTRICTIONS MAY APPLY

RESIDENCY RESTRICTIONS MAY APPLY RESIDENCY RESTRICTIONS MAY APPLY

RESIDENCY RESTRICTIONS MAY APPLY RESIDENCY RESTRICTIONS MAY APPLY

*1ST PAYMENT, TAXES, TITLE, 45 DAY TAG & DOC FEE DUE AT SIGNING. *1ST PAYMENT, TAXES, TITLE, 45 DAY TAG & DOC FEE DUE AT SIGNING.

*1ST PAYMENT, TAXES, TITLE, 45 DAY TAG & DOC FEE DUE AT SIGNING. *1ST PAYMENT, TAXES, TITLE, 45 DAY TAG & DOC FEE DUE AT SIGNING.

TOTAL DUE $83700

TOTAL DUE $93600 TOTAL DUE $90700

TOTAL DUE $103600 TOTAL DUE $100700 TOTAL DUE $101000 TOTAL DUE $98200

TOTAL DUE $99900 TOTAL DUE $97100

TOTAL DUE $95200 TOTAL DUE $90600

EVERYONE PAYSLEASE RENEWAL

EVERYONE PAYSLEASE RENEWAL

PER MO*36 MOS+ TAX

$215EVERYONE PAYS

PER MO*36 MOS+ TAX

PER MO*36 MOS+ TAX

PER MO*36 MOS+ TAX

$318 PER MO*36 MOS+ TAX

PER MO*36 MOS+ TAX

LEASE RENEWAL

$325EVERYONE PAYS

PER MO*36 MOS+ TAX

$346 PER MO*36 MOS+ TAX

$288 PER MO*36 MOS+ TAX

$309 PER MO*36 MOS+ TAX

PER MO*36 MOS+ TAX

$244

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2 AT THIS PRICE 32 AVAILABLE

EVERYONE PAYS

*1ST PAYMENT, TAXES, TITLE, 45 DAY TAG & DOC FEE DUE AT SIGNING. RESIDENCY RESTRICTIONS MAY APPLY.

TOTAL DUE $81100

$222 PER MO*36 MOS+ TAX

2018 Eco Sport 4x4#T28499

Al FastUsed Car Mgr.

Brad Huffman Ed AyersFinance Mgr.

Jason Banic Steve BottGeneral Mgr.

Tom Levak Jr. Jeff SolarzChad Smith

7 PASSENGERLOADED#T28594

3.9% @72 MONTHS 7 YR/ 100,000 WARRANTY

24 HOUR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE

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2013 Chevy Malibu#A7881

$11,698 $179PLUS TAX

/78 MO.@ 5.44%

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2015 Lincoln MKC

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2015 Ford Focus SE 5DR#P7811

BUY FOR$14,988 $234

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/72 MO.@ 3.90%

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2015 Ford Flex#7853

$22,998 $349PLUS TAX

/78 MO.@ 5.44%

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MSRP $33,135MTF DISCOUNT $1,136REBATE $4,500

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2018 Ford Explorer FWD

$27,517PLUS TAX W/ TAX, TITLE & FEES DUE @DELIVERY

$432/72 MO.@ 5.55%

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2015 T-150 CARGO VAN#A7762

$19,498PLUS TAX W/ TAX, TITLE & FEES DUE @DELIVERY

$297/78 MO.@ 5.44%

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2015 Buick Encore

$16,995 $259PLUS TAX

/78 MO.@ 5.44%

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2015 Ford Focus

2013 Ford C Max Hybrid#7888

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$15,998 $249PLUS TAX

/72 MO.@ 3.90%

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2015 FORD ESCAPE SE#7875

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/78 MO.@ 5.44%

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2015 Dodge Journey

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/78 MO.@ 5.44%

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ONLY19,000 MILES

2018 Ford Focus SE

MSRP $21,120MTF DISCOUNT $1,000REBATE $4,000

#28083

$16,120PLUS TAX W/ TAX, TITLE & FEES DUE @DELIVERY

$248/78 MO.@ 5.29%

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SAVE $5,000

$14,148PLUS TAX W/ TAX, TITLE & FEES DUE @DELIVERY

$215/78 MO.@ 5.29%

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2018 Ford Fiesta SE

SALE PRICE $17,148REBATE $3,000

#28376

0% for 72 Months Available21ST ANNIVERSARY!21ST ANNIVERSARY!CELEBRATING OUR

$8,995 $139PLUS TAX

/78 MO.@ 5.44%

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2015 Ford F-350 XLT Utility Truck#7898

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