Thanksgiving reflections awaken thanks for life and courage
Tecumseh’s wisdom echoes through time as a reminder to give thanks for morning light, food, and life despite hardship. Cancer survivor Shirley Ruedy shares gratitude, urging resilience and support from loved ones, with a note on 26 years since first breast cancer diagnosis and ongoing recovery.
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Tecumseh
Paul Bradshaw
Rick Warren
Warren
Kay
Mayo
Iowa
Ski Season Prep Emphasizes Core and Leg Strength
Seattle Times outlines a ski conditioning plan to prevent injuries. Experts from The Summit at Snoqualmie Stevens Pass and local trainers advise strengthening legs and core, improving balance, and training for explosive movements.
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Dave Beckwith
Snoqualmie
Seattle
Heather Roberts
Stevens Pass
Ski and Snowboard
Seattle Times
Neuropathy awareness and support resources described
Public health writer notes neuropathy is common yet underrecognized and explains causes including diabetes vitamins chemicals and some cancer drugs. It covers symptoms such as numbness pain balance and impaired dexterity, mentions treatments like physical therapy Neurontin gabapentin patches and nerve blocks, and notes support from The Neuropathy Association with contact details.
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Orth America Syndicate
Donohue
A.R
The
Neuropathy Association
Stove top potpourri for a fragrant holiday home
A simple stove top potpourri method blends water vinegar and spices like cinnamon nutmeg or pumpkin pie spice with optional apple slices and vanilla extract. Simmer to release fragrance while adding moisture, checking water level to avoid scorching. Practical decoupage tips from Heloise include collage use with spray adhesive and varnish for outdoors.
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King Features Syndicate
Heloise
Community Calendar Highlights City and Area Events
Community calendar lists music venues and readings across Cedar Rapids and nearby towns. Notable items include Chicago Brass Quintet in Mount Vernon, Luther Chamber Group recital in Decorah, Tulip and Friends reading at James Kennedy Public Library, and Live from Prairie Lights with Jeremy Mercer in Iowa City. Local government meetings noted: Linn County supervisors, Marion and Coralville sessions, and Mount Vernon council.
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Chicago Brass Quintet
King Chapel
Cornell College
Mount Vernon
Luther Chamber
Noble Recital Hall
Jenson Hall of Music
Luther College
Decorah
S. Linn St
Iowa City
Louis J. Circeo
Kirkwood
Armor Dr
Marion
County Home Road
Tulip and Friends
James Kennedy Public Library
Dyersville
Prairie Lights
Jeremy Mercer
Prairie Lights Books
S. Dubuque St
Uiowa.edu
Artsiowa
Cedar Rapids Area Railfan Association
Bethany Lutheran Church
Family walk beats family football on Thanksgiving
A Knight Ridder feature advises a safe post feast stroll with family. Expert Jan Schmidt from the University of Kansas Medical Center recommends waiting 30 minutes after eating, light stretching, and avoiding hills. Dress in layers and moisture wicking fabrics for comfort and safety.
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Knight Ridder
Jan Schmidt
Kirmayer
University of Kansas Medical Center
Schmidt
Thanksgiving plan for eight adults six kids and two teens
Dear Abby advises that surgery recovery requires rest for the father and that eight adults plus children under one roof would be exhausting. She suggests the couple stay in a motel while hosting Thanksgiving dinner at the parents’ home and notes the option to write to Dear Abby.
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Abby
Santa Barbara
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University of Kansas
Dear Abby
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Universal Press Syndicate
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