Age Spots by Jackie Dover - Preserving Memory Lane

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June 20th 2018 by Dee Loflin

Preserving Memory Lane

Recently at a family gathering, my sister Misty started going through family pictures. First it was just a fun way to tease my oldest in front of his girlfriend, but it soon turned into a fantastic walk down Memory Lane. There were lots of pictures. Totes filled with albums and pictures in the sleeves from the film developing. Pictures on the computer, on the phone. Hours later and we were still knee deep in pictures, newspaper clippings and family history.

Then someone asked the ultimate question, what are you going to do with all those pictures? We looked around as we all wanted to answer but no one really knew what to say. That got me to thinking, what are we going to do with all these pictures?

Preserving family pictures and documents is really important to many people but there is a lack of knowledge on what is good or bad for these family legacies. According to the National Archives website https://www.archives.gov/, it is best to work in a large clean area.

Make sure your hands are clean and free of lotion. When handling pictures and negatives it is a good idea to use gloves because the natural oils in your hands can cause permanent stains on these items. You can store pictures using pages or envelopes that are acid free and sleeves made of plastics such as uncoated polyester, polypropylene and polyethylene, these will not stain or discolor the pictures. Place individually housed prints, negatives, and cased objects in acid-free, durable boxes that will afford further. Keep the pictures or albums in an area that is cool, has low humidity and is not near water or food sources to protect from animals and insects. There that was easy.

Another way to save pictures is to have them digitalized. There are many different ways to accomplish this. I have seen many pictures on Facebook where someone has just taken a picture of a picture, I have done this myself. The downside is that there is often a glare form the flash or lights in the room. Of course there are apps for this, just check the Google play store or the Apple App Store. Many of these apps have features that remove the glare and allow you to save the images with a name or event so you can find them again later. Scanning pictures or documents is another way to preserve and digitalize. Scanners today are faster and more affordable than ever.

Just put the document or picture on the scanner and push a button, many allow you to name the file so you can find it later. Many scanners also are able to scan negatives and 35mm film. There are also scanning services that will scan your pictures and save them to the cloud or on a DVD or other type of media for a fee. I like the idea of having multiple copies of precious family memories, it makes it easier to share those memories with family and friends.

I have slowly begun the journey of digitalizing and archiving my family photos, it will take me quite some time to finish. I am in no hurry and I love having a chance to walk down memory lane with my sisters. I hope my children enjoy the results.

Last Updated on June 20th 2018 by Dee Loflin

https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/valc/Age-Spots-by-Jackie-Dover--Preserving-Memory-Lane

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American Legion Thanks Sponsors for 2018 Veterans Fishing Day

June 06th 2018 by Dee Loflin

Dexter, Missouri - American Legion Kenady-Hanks Post #59 wishes to thank all the sponsors who helped promote, donate, and volunteer their time to make sure the Spring Veterans' Fishing Day was successful at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Bloomfield, Missouri.

The following sponsors are:

Hickory Log

Elderland Cafe'

Harps Grocery Store

Wal-Mart

Masonic Lodge - Bell City

Masonic Lodge AF & AM - Dexter

Town and Country

Airways Cafe'

Huddle House

American Steakhouse

Hickory Log

Ken Swearengin

Gary Kitchen

Sam Huey for Commissioner

K & J's Git-N-Go at Fisk

Missouri Department of Conservation

Stars and Stripes Museum

MO-ARK Provision

Bloomfield Assistance League of the Missouri Veterans Cemetery

Lakeville Lodge #489 AF & A 011

Sons of the American Legion

American Legion Post #59 Auxiliary

Last Updated on June 06th 2018 by Dee Loflin

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Dexter Kiwanis Wishes to Thank Area Businesses for Their Generous Donations

June 06th 2018 by Dee Loflin

Dexter, Missouri - The recent Kiwanis Pancake breakfast fundraiser was quite successful due to the generous donations of over 90 local businesses, people, and churches. They would like to thank the following:

American Outdoors, American Steakhouse, Autry Morlan-Chevrolet, Cadillac, Nissan, Baker Implement Company, Betty Lou's, Bud Shell Ford, Burger King, Carol Beam, Cecil Weeks, Chrisman Art Gallery, Chrisman LP Ga, Christian Lumber Co., LLC, Christian Memorials and Signs, and County Wide Abstract.

Danny Talkington, Dexter AG Service, Dexter Collision LLC, Dexter Veterinary Clinic LLC, Edward Jones, Investment, Farmers Insurance, Andrew Stuever, First Baptist Church, Dexter, Gill's Appraisal Service, Green Versity, Greenway Equipment, Inc., and Gregory's Two East.

Harry Blackwell Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Hubbard's Jewelry, Jay Yorke Law Firm, Jean & Co., LLC, CPA's Jim Gibson Trucking, K9 Biz, Mayer Law Office, McDonald's, Metalweld, Inc., Metro Gallery/Powder Room, Morse-Harwell-Jiles, Muddy Paws LLC, Old Timers Antique Mall, Patrick Roberts, CPA, Pizza Hut, Progressive Farm Credit, Rainey-Mathis Funeral Home, Rinehart Insurance, Ringer Law Office, Robert Riddle, O.D., Shelter Insurance - Matt Thurmon, Southwest Nazarene Church, and State Farm Insurance - Chris Brannan.

Trammell & Son, SEMO Mutual Ins., Tyson Foods, Walker Construction, Wal-Mart, Weber's Ben Franklin, Williams Moving Co., U.S. Poly Enterprise, Inc., First Missouri Bank, Brem Insurance, LLC, Riley, Stubbs & Cato, LLC, Allen Christian Buick GMC, Southern Bank, First Midwest Bank, First State Bank and Trust Co., Holden Law Office, P.C., Kris Willis RV Center, A-1 Mini Storage, Lemonade House Grill, Fitness Connection, Stan's Carpet, and Specialty Engineering.

First Commercial Bank, Advantage Automotive, Robin Phelan Northern Attorney at Law, Bagby Investment Consultants, LLC, Corner Stop Cafe, Plaza Tire Service, Faurecia, Powell Supply, Battles Communications, Inc., Jim Bollinger & Son, LLC, Dexter Statesman, Hickory Log, Southeast Health, Melinda Sweeney, Backworks Chiropractic, Senior Health Care Solutions, LLC, Air Tech, Bootheel Recycling, Key Drugs, Ultimate Flooring, Bank of Advance, William T. Kane D.D.S., Meals on Wheels Program and The ShowMe Times.

Last Updated on June 06th 2018 by Dee Loflin

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Southeast Autism Center Honored with Missouri Community Action Network Award

June 06th 2018 by Dee Loflin

The Southeast Missouri State University Autism Center for Diagnosis and Treatment was presented with a Missouri Community Action Network (CAN) Award at the Missouri CAN Annual Conference May 15 at Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri.

The Autism Center received the award for the southeast region of the state and was recognized for its outstanding community service and outreach in providing screenings and diagnostic evaluations for children suspected of having Autism and other developmental delays in the Delta region. Autism Center staff regularly visits these communities at Delta Area Economic Opportunity Corporation (DAEOC) Head Start sites in Kennett, Sikeston, New Madrid, Hayti and Bell City, Missouri.

The Delta region of the Missouri Community Action Network nominated the Autism Center for the award. Awards were presented to organizations in communities that contribute to uplifting families in poverty. Eighteen community regional network organizations in Missouri nominated honorees.

Renee Patrick, clinical psychologist at the Autism Center and incoming Center director, accepted the award on behalf of the Center’s staff.

“We’re really committed to meeting the needs of people who live in the Bootheel,” she said. “One of the ways we have worked to reach people is through collaboration with Head Start. We believe early intervention helps people grow to their potential.”

Last Updated on June 06th 2018 by Dee Loflin

https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vaeq/Southeast-Autism-Center-Honored-with-Missouri-Community-Action-Network-Award

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Age Spots by Jackie Dover - Never Forgotten!

April 30th 2018 by Dee Loflin

Never Forgotten

What makes a hero? I ponder that question while sitting in a SALT meeting recently. SALT stands for Seniors and Lawmen Together. SALT is an organization that was established to bring seniors and law enforcement together to address unmet safety needs in Cape Girardeau County. SALT hosts several events throughout the year to actively bring seniors and the law enforcement community together. On May 24 they host the most touching and solemn event of the year the Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony.

The Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony is very special to me. My husband is a Deputy Sheriff and has been for over 12 years, prior to that he was in the military. He doesn’t ever ask or want to be the center of attention, but he is one of my heroes and always will be. There have been countless times over the last 15 years that he has had to miss school functions and family events, sometimes at the last minute. Many times he has been in dangerous situations or heartbreaking ones and never complains or shares the details of what happened, he just does his job. Many heroes just do their job, sometimes they get recognition but most times they do not.

In my way of thinking, a hero is the person who puts themselves in front of you to protect you from danger. The person who runs headlong into danger knowing the risks involved, knowing that they make a choice to confront what most people run from. Knowing that by just doing their job, they may not get to go home to their family.

The SALT Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony will recognize 49 fallen heroes who died in the line of duty. 49 heroes who were not able to go home to their families. 49 heroes who made a choice to run toward danger. 49 heroes who do not deserve to be forgotten. On May 24 at 6:00 at Cape Bible Chapel, 2911 Kage Rd, Cape Girardeau, Mo we get a chance to remember with respect, gratitude and honor these 49 men who made a difference in their communities and paid the ultimate price. We also get the chance to honor their families and make sure they know that we appreciate the sacrifices made. SALT honors those from the counties of Bollinger, Butler, Cape Girardeau, Dunklin, Iron, Madison, Mississippi, New Madrid, Pemiscot, Ripley, Scott, Stoddard and Wayne.

The Law Officer Memorial Ceremony is open to all and I encourage you to attend. The evening includes essay winners from local schools who write about “Police-Our Heroes”; scheduled key note speaker is Gov. Eric Greitens and the “Final Call” a recitation of the 49 heroes we are honoring. This ceremony makes me cry every year and I am so grateful to be able to bring my children to such a meaningful event.

SALT also sponsored the Law Officer Memorial located at Cape County Park North. This memorial has all 49 names engraved and stands as a lasting tribute to their sacrifice. I encourage you to stop by and visit and take a moment to say thank you to these 49 heroes so they are never forgotten.

If you are unable to make the event May 13-19 is Police Week. Please take the time to thank these men and women who give so much of their time to keep us all safe.

Last Updated on April 30th 2018 by Dee Loflin

https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vabh/Age-Spots-by-Jackie-Dover--Never-Forgotten

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