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By Hallie SimonsFor The Chronicle

“Listen to your elders,” or so most peo-ple’s mothers said growing up.

A lot of important life lessons can be learned from those who’ve already experi-enced the challenges that life places before each individual, regardless of the generation one’s born into or what time period is being experienced. Life is life, regardless of the time period.

The Chronicle recently spoke with sea-soned citizens who have experienced times of war, much closer to home than the cur-rent war. They’ve faced hard times, includ-ing the Great Depression and the societal tumult of the 1960s.

Many of these people have been part

of the armed services, in and out of com-bat, giving them an entirely different, more literal value for life. They’ve lived all across the country and sometimes abroad, through harder times than these.

They say that those who don’t know their history are doomed to repeat it. These people have already been through the same life situations that younger people are just now experiencing, and while they may not be published in a history book quite yet, they do have quite a bit of wisdom to add and credibility through a lifetime of experi-ence.

A few members of older generations shared (please see sidebar at left) some wisdom they’ve gained over their lifetime, and gave a few general nuggets of advice for leading a good life.

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Mona Rae Fish:Age: 81

Advice: “Never give up. Every day is a good day; its about what you do with it.”

Bob Schmid:Age: 76

Advice: “Work hard, be honest. Hard work doesn’t let you be idle. It lets you be tired

and appreciate what you’ve done. Honesty speaks for itself. I look forward to our youth

carrying it on.”

Randy Pennington:Age: 60

Advice: “The key to long life is to go to bed early, and remember to wake up. Life is too

short to worry about stuff you can’t control.”

Carol Frazier:Age: 73

Advice: “Remember to put God first and He will help you on through life. Obey your parents and enjoy your family. Respect your elders and make

friends. Get a good education build a solid life. En-joy the time you have; life is too short. Make good

memories.”

Paul Hope:Age: 55

Advice: “Further education anyway you can. Go to college. In today’s technological society, knowledge isn’t enough anymore, you have to look to the future. Knowledge is power; a truer

statement has never been made.”

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Jeanne Louise Calment of France was born on February 21, 1875, and died 122 years later on August 4, 1997, making her the oldest person ever. At the age of 85, Calment took up fencing and was still riding a bicycle at 100. At the age of 114, she portrayed herself in the film, Vincent and Me, becoming the oldest actress ever in film.

The oldest living man is Yukichi

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In 1980, Fred Davis of England

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In 1933, the number one box

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The oldest female tandem parachutist was Hildegarde Ferrera of the United States. She parachuted over

Mokuleia, HI, on February 17, 1996, her

99th birthday. Two weeks after this

spectacular feat, Ferrera died.

On October 29, 1998, John Glenn became the oldest male astronaut when he was launched into space aboard Discovery STS-95. He was 77 years old. Glenn also has the distinction of being the first American to orbit the Earth in February of 1962 in Freedom 7.

•••Born on September 16, 1887, on Tokunoshima Island, Kagoshima, Japan, Kamato Hongo is the oldest living woman. At age 114, Hongo’s birthdate can be fully authenticated. She has seven children, 27

grandchildren, 57 great grandchildren and 11 great-great grandchildren.

On May 22, 2003, Yuichiro Miura

of Japan reached the summit of

Mount Everest. He was 70 years old

at the time. The previous record

holder was Tomiyasu Ishikawa, also

of Japan, who was 65 years old.

On September 25, 1965, Leroy Robert “Satchel” Paige pitched for the Kansas City A’s at the age of 59, thereby earning him the title of the oldest baseball player. Paige’s career spanned 40 years.

On August 17, 1999, Leslie “Dizzy” Seales broke his own wing walking record at Goodwood, England. Seales was 85 years old at the time. A rear gunner in the British Royal Air Force, Seales did his first wing walk to save a pilot when they were shot down in combat.

At the 1912 Olympics in Stockholm, Oscar Swahn, a member of the Running Deer shooting team, became the oldest

Olympic Gold medal winner. Swahn was 64 years old.

•••Jenny Wood-Allen of Dundee,

Scotland, became the oldest female marathon finisher on April

14, 2002, at the age of 90. She completed her run in 11 hours and

34 minutes. In the 1986 New York

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the fastest woman over 70.

Who says you have to be young to do great things? These individuals represent just some of the amazing things people can accomplish, no matter their age. SWWS

The joys of the holidays are many: Sharing eggnog, exchanging presents, trimming the tree, contacting the police to report a robbery. The last one certainly isn't a joy, but it's an all-too common reality of the season. There's no telling what goes through the minds of thieves, and preparing for any situation is the way to avoid loss due to theft.

Be diligent in your efforts to prevent break-ins and property loss. Here are some strategies for thwarting would-be thieves.

• Break down cardboard boxes. There's no better way to tell thieves about all the new presents you received than by advertising them at the curbside. Burglars will see that empty television box or other expensive gadget boxes put out for pickup and have a clue about the new goodies inside the home. Instead, cut up the boxes and bundle them with newspapers so they are inconspicuous.

• Lock every door and window all the time — including the garage. Many people fail to realize that the garage presents a great point of entry to the house, one that is private and away from the eyes of concerned neighbors. Once inside the garage, a thief can use tools in the garage to pick at the lock on an inside door to the home.

• Forget about hiding keys. Thieves know about all the places homeowners hide spare

keys. You're not fooling anyone with faux rocks or a key taped over the door. If you're prone to forgetting your keys, leave a spare pair with a trusted neighbor instead.

• Trim bushes and fix lighting. Darkness and camouflage are a thief 's best friend. Being able to hide behind shrubs to jimmy a

window or lock hides him or her from others who may witness suspicious activity. Keep landscaping neat around doorways and windows, and promptly replenish any burned-out bulbs.

• Don't give burglars easy access. Leaving ladders or items that can turn into stepping stools enables thieves to reach any window or door of the house — even upstairs windows that may be unlocked.

• Keep things out of easy view. Some people love the open look of drape-free windows. However, giving outsiders a clear view of the interior of your home can set you up for trouble, as it gives thieves a view of your valuables. Close the blinds after dark and especially when you're leaving the home for a time.

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Planning ahead for long-term care is so important. So many people are caught off-guard when a crisis hits, and they quickly find their nest eggs depleted. Here are my quick tips for preparing yourself. I want to send an S.O.S. to se-niors and their caregivers!

S = SITUATION. It’s a fact – we’re getting old-

er as a population, and living longer than ever before. Take a look at your current health situation, family history, and potential risk of needing some

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S = SOLUTIONS. Not everyone needs long-term care, but everyone needs a plan. Get to know your options well in advance, and remember: traditional insurance or Medi-care will not cover the costs. Research alternative solutions – like financial planning, long-term care insurance, reverse mortgages, and more.

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