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About Illinois Valley news. (Cave City, Oregon) 1937-current | View Entire Issue (June 7, 2017)
Page A-6 Illinois Valley News, Cave Junction, Ore. Wednesday, June 7, 2017 Winding Trails: by Al Hobart Thursday, June 1, 1967 Illinois Valley News Comfort There may be some things in this life more important than comfort, such as health, exciting pleasure, security – but some- times I wonder. A world -without comfort would be no more than a celestial prison camp, insufferable and unthinkable. The wealth of a Croesus could do no more than produce a feeling of empty power; with the best on earth available on command, how could it be enjoyed without comfort? Without comfort the weary could find no rest, the overwrought no relaxation; the finest food would give relief to the hungry, but the joyful savoring of its delicious- ness would be a delight unknown. Complete comfort is apleasant state of physical and mental relaxation, an easing of fatigue, worry and all stress. There are all degrees of comfort; to achieve the highest should be a major goal, because without it one can never give his best to the com- munity, to his friends or to himself. ROGUE VALLEY And so, the question- able philosophizing and basis for self-justification taken care of, my thoughts revert naturally to my own comfort and the problems en- countered in keeping it on an even keel. One of the principal joys of my life has been, and is, the three-hour period of late evening, when the day’s activities behind, I settle down in the great easy chair to relax completely and lose myself deliciously in the other-world pages of a blood-curdling murder mystery. To me there is nothing quite so restful, so entertaining and so effective in banishing the accu- mulated little cares and anxieties,as bringing my day to a close by accompanying the human blood- hounds of fiction along their gory and mysterious trails in hot pursuit of Society’s homicidal fiends, and helping to set the ingenious traps that never fail to bring the guilty culprits to book. The joys of the chase, however, have been deteriorating slightly but steadily over the past few years, as my beloved old easy chair went into a gradual, fatal decline. The once-gay pink fabric covering, its waning strength no longer able to cope with the pres- sure from within, fell apart at vari- ous strategic points and allowed the unsightly, triumphant cot- ton-wool stuffing to rear its ugly multiple-head in little eye-offend- ing puffs here and there, especially on the armrests. The old chair had seen years of use and had been relegated to the damp, dark confines of an old shack used for storage when, by crossing the palm of a local dealer with 15 pieces of silver, Irescued the agingtreasure from possible oblivion. The chair’s contours and my own seemed to match perfectly, and to recline in it was like rest- ing on a giant-size powder-puff. The fluffy-soft superstructure was supported by two large coiled steel springs, which, with the slightest motion of the whole, gave the im- pression of floating gently, dream- ily over the waves. When the first spring broke, although aided and abet- ted by numerous nails and several yards of haywire, the crippled chair assumed a twisted, lopsided stance that was, to say the least, annoying. However, collapse of the second spring, a year or two later, put the chair back on an even keel; but now another, more complex prob- lem presented itself. The chair, although made level by the new development, now refused to rock even slightly, and was inclined to top over backward at the first show of carelessness on my part; and the seat was now so close to the floor it placed me so far below my propane reading light I was getting pop-eyed from trying to make out the printed words. I could have read easier and faster by braille. In desperation I hewed out two big rockers from, a foot-wide, inch-thick board and nailed them securely to the chair’s sides. This maneuver not only elevated me to a more favorable position, relative to the light, but also made thoughtless movement in the chair less hazard- ous. One evening recently, in the excitement of a running gun battle with a gang of desperate criminals, there was an exception- ally loud report, and my instant im- pression was that I’d had my chair shot out from under me – one of the improvised rockers had crum- pled with an appropriate crash. That was the final collapse – the old chair was down for the count. Practically, there was noth- ing left of it but a rag and a spike and a hank of failing-wire. Fortu- nately it’s fatal attack took place at a time when my lucky star was in perihelion (whatever that is); and now a shiny black modern interlop- er is taking its place under the pro- pane reading light. The newcomer looks snootier and more efficient, and can do more fancy tricks, but, like an old pair of easy-shoes, my old pink easy-chair has given -me a degree of soft, restful comfort that the new chair will never be able to duplicate. With due solemnity I car- ried the old chair down to the ‘re- pository’ and placed it there among my passing souvenirs; and there, its one-time glory dimmed but proudly still, it sits in bedraggled splendor a-top the molding heap, where it reigns supreme as Queen- of-the-Dump. Senior SPoTLiGHT SPonSoreD BY i.V. Wellness resources HEAT STRESS COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS Food & Friends Menu FRIDAY – JUNE 9 VEgETABLE LASAgNA MO NDAY – JUNE 12 CHICkEN A LA kINg WEDNESDAY - JUNE 14 ROAST TURkEY W/ gRAVY Call 541-955-8839 to volunteer or if you need meals. As temperatures rise, the number of heat related problems also rise. People die every year as a result of heatstroke, heart attack, dehydration and other conditions that are caused or made worse by heat. Heat stress is the body’s inability to adjust to higher temperatures and affects primarily the heart and blood vessels, making it difficult for the body to adjust to very hot temperatures. Heat stress increases the risk for heat related illness in older adults and persons with chronic illnessess such as diabetes, heart and breathing problems. Other risk factors includes certain medications such as diuretics, living alone, no air conditioning, living on the 2nd floor or higher, being over or underweight and no family ties or friendships. Prevention is always the best defense, so try these tips to keep it cool; *Stay out of the sun as much as possible, especially between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. *Reduce the amount of physical activity you do outside. Pace yourself and rest in a cool, shaded place. *Use air conditioning or spend some part of the day in an air-conditioned location. *When using a fan, a window should be kept open to provide adequate ventilation. *Take frequent cool baths or showers. Apply cool water to sites of major blood vessels; head, back of neck, wrists, axilla or groin. *Wear loose fitting, lightweight, light colored clothing with a wide brimmed hat. *Eat light and avoid hot foods. *Drink lots of water if your health permits, but stay away from caffeinated and alcoholic beverages as they tend toward dehydration. *Set up a buddy system if you live alone, someone to check that you are okay. Participating in the I.V. Wellnesss Resources Caring Caller program is a great way to do this- call someone to check on them and take calls from those who are concerned about you. Signs and symptoms of heat emergency: *Skin appears red in color or skin is pale in color *Profuse sweating or skin hot and dry *Confusion *Hallucinations *Aggression *Rapid, strong pulse *Headache *Weakness *Dizziness *Nausea *Fainting or unconsciousness You can also contact I.V. Wellness Resources at www.ivwellnessresources@gmail.com or 541- 592-9781 and please like our Facebook Page @ facebook.com/ivwellnessresources. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES **Senior Companions **Caring Callers Please call I.V. Wellness Resources, pro- gram coordinator Laura Mancuso for more information at 541-592-9781. reSoUrCeS CHAIR FITNESS Classes FREE at Healthy U, Monday and Wednesdays from 2 - 2:45 p.m. 535 E. River St., Cave Junc- tion Call 541-592- 4888 or visit www. healthyucenter.org. DISASTER REGISTRY If you need special help in an emergency please register online at www. rvcog.org or call Senior & Disability Services at 541-664-6674 for more information. Places of Worship BRIDGEVIEW COMMUNITY CHURCH 5181 Holland Loop Rd., CJ 541-592-3923 “Come Join the Worship!” Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Pastor Sonny Moore www.bridgeviewcc.org * * * 7th DAY ADVENTIST 265 S. Old Stage Rd., CJ Sabbath School - 9:30 a.m. Saturday Worship 11 a.m. Pastor Christian Martin Church (541) 592-3218 Madrone Adventist School 541-592-3330 * * * IMMANUEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 200 Watkins St., CJ Phone 541-592-3876 Pastor Charles Chase Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. Sunday Worship - 9:15 a.m. Child-care for small children *** Illinois Valley Praise Center 28569 Redwood Hwy. CJ Non-denominational Bible-believing Church Sunday school - 9:30 a..m. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Thursday Seekers 7 p.m. Youth group Thursday - 7 p.m. www.ivpraisecenter.com COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH Pastor Dave Gordon 113 S. Caves Ave., CJ Office: 541-592-3896 Email: cbccca@gmail.com Sunday Worship - 10:30 a.m. Christian Academy Pre-K to 12th grade Awana - Wednesdays - 6 p.m. * * * ST. PATRICK OF THE FOREST CATHOLIC CHURCH 407 W. River St., CJ 541-592-3658 Fr. William Holtzinger, Pastor Mass - Sunday 11 a.m.. Sacrament of Reconciliation Sunday - 10:30 a.m. Holy Days TBA * * * TAKILMA BIBLE CHURCH 10343 Takilma Road, Takilma Pastor Dan Robinson Bible Study / Prayer Time 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m Wednesday Bible Study 7 p.m * * * First Baptist Church of Selma 18285 Redwood Hwy., Selma 541-597-4169 Pastor Monty Pope Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Worship - 11 a.m. GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH East River Street & Lewis Court, CJ Annemarie Richardson Lay Pastor. Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. Sunday Worship - 10 a.m. Church Phone: 541-592-2290 www.goodshepherdlutheraniv.net * * * VALLEY EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH 498 Laurel Road, CJ P.O. Box 1248 Pastor Marvin Porter Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Worship Service - 11 a.m. evfree@frontiernet.net 541-592-6160 * * * FOUNTAIN OF LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD 451 S. Junction Ave., CJ 541-592-3956 Pastor Mark McLean Morning Worship 9:30 & 11 a.m. Wednesday - 7 p.m. Adult Bible Study * * * ST. MATTHIAS EPISCOPAL CHURCH 25904 Redwood Hwy., CJ 541-592-2006 Rev. Bryant Bechtold Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS 209 S. Junction Ave., CJ Sacrament Meet - 10 a.m. Sunday School - 11:20 a.m. Priesthood, Relief Soc. - 12:10 p.m. Bishop Larry Hammersmith 541-592-3919 Members Don’t Worry About Emergency Ambulance Expenses! A $55 yearly membership to Paramed covers all family members in the home. Illness and injury can strike without warning; but, it’s comforting to know that your cost is covered for emergencies and medically necessary transports. “Serving The Northwest Since 1913” * * * Illinois Valley Baptist Church 541-592-6149 102 S. Redwood Hwy. (in the County Building) Sunday Worship 10:30 AM Wednesday Bible Study, Prayer & Youth Program 7:00 PM Friday Ladies Bible Study 11:00 AM * * * Wonder Bible Chapel 11911 Redwood Hwy. Wonder, Ore. Sunday worship 10 a.m. Non-denominational Bible believing Church Sunday School Nursery Youth group meets Sunday 6:30 p.m. 24 Hours • 7 Days A Week Absolute peace of mind with expert critical care just a phone call away. FOR EMERGENCY CALL 911 FOR NON-EMERGENCY DIAL 1-877-504-8075 For Paramed Information Phone 1 (800) 228-7601
