Family

Jean Burge What came in time for Christmas? Unfortunately it was a blizzard name Diaz, whose “gift” was snow and wind. Reports from Mission showed 34” of snow and I’ve heard the Lakeview area had 20-30”??? It’s hard to tell! Several different areas of Lakeview were without power for several days, which is manageable if you had a generator or wood stove, but several folks had furnaces that wouldn’t work also, making for a pretty uncomfortable time.

Lincoln – December brings an abundance of festivals and celebrations. These celebrations don’t have to be stressful; some creativity and self-care can help both mentally and physically.

Lincoln – A pediatric influenza related death in Douglas County has been confirmed by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). According to state health officials, Nebraska is experiencing a severe flu season. Nationally, 30 children have died from flu this season according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Jean Burge Thanksgiving guests of Dan and Sheri Tinant included Karma, Sam and Thorn Dondlinger; Bobbi, Jim and Faith Cox; Robert and Keelani Cox; Daniel, Emily, Judd and Dunes Cox; Deon, Michelle and Tylee Tinant; Sunny, Chris and Stormy Elliott; Grace Murphy, Bill and Deb Turner and Lyle and Sharon Larson. Lots of food and a great time! Dean and Sheryl Noteboom enjoyed the Thanksgiving weekend in the Black Hills with daughter, Mindi and Jason Veurink, Montana, Harleigh and Dallas.

ACTIVITIES Cards daily at 1:00 p.m. Men’s coffee group daily at 9:30 a.m.

Put your best FORK forward! Have you heard this saying when describing your actions as an individual? It can easily apply to our habits associated with eating at home as well as at a restaurant. Foods that require a fork/spoon to eat are usually foods that are FULL of nutrients.

People can be mindful of the potential to go overboard and take some steps to be more wasteconscious as they entertain. The holiday season is a special time of year.

Grow your own burn ointment by adding Aloe vera to your indoor plant collection. This succulent has been used for centuries to treat superficial burns, cuts, sunburns, and more.

A three-pound baby entered the world in recent days. This precious child was born after his Mmom spent seven weeks in the hospital on bedrest. At home, dad and two siblings were working, going to school, and worrying. Surrounding the family were two sets of grandparents who ensured that the pieces all fell into place. From meals and lawn care, to virtual school, from evening shifts and overnights to early mornings, these grandparents were there every step of the way. They will continue to offer support while the baby remains hospitalized and growing, and after he comes home, because that is what grandparents do, if they are able.

A Thanksgiving service will be held Wednesday, November 23 at 7:00 p.m. at the Lakeview Church.