The Runner_August 2017_FINAL

THE RUNNER

Happy Birthday!

Jewell Donnelly 8/3

Robert Plunkett 8/4

Helen Arehart 8/6

Harry Parrish 8/6

Sara Rubin 8/6

All About August Michele Cornfield 8/7

August’s original name was Sextilis, and it was the Jim Roache 8/7
sixth month of the year. In 44 BC, the month became the
Jean Tannenbaum 8/7
eighth month on the Roman calendar. It was not until 8 BC that
the name was changed to August, in honor of Emperor Augustus Elaine Segal 8/8
Caesar. August was initially only 30 days long. However, Augustus
wanted his month to have as many days as July, which was named Evelyn Hagney 8/8
for Julius Caesar. To appease Augustus, one day was taken from the
month of February and added to August. Lillian Krasney 8/10

Birthstone – Peridot Marion Woerner 8/10

In 1912, the American National Association of Jewelers adopted Lillie Barlow 8/12
the peridot as the official birthstone for the month of August. The
pronunciation is often confused. It is actually pronounced PAIR- Judith Greenberg 8/13
uh-doh instead of PAIR-uh-dot.
Joan Weinberg 8/14
Peridot is a green gemstone that is as popular for jewelry today
as it was in the past. It has been found in ruins of ancient Egypt Beatrice Mcandrews 8/15
and Greece. It was often called the “evening emerald” by ancient
Romans, who noticed that its green color shone even more vividly Janet Levin 8/17
in lamplight, making it resemble deep-green emeralds.
Robert Arehart 8/19

Reba Shapiro 8/19

Tamara Marcus 8/20

Gertrude Werkstell 8/21

Leonard Cohen 8/22

Jeanette Lyons 8/22

Jack Hoffman 8/23

Simon Sheison 8/23

Doris Delon 8/25

Bernice Slosburg 8/25

Sister Anne Regina Corcoran 8/26

Judith Shapiro 8/29

Most ancient peridot probably came from the Red Sea island of Inside This Issue
St. John’s. However, they are found in other areas of the world. In
Hawaii, peridot is believed to symbolize the goddess Pele’s tears. 2 Resident Council Report
Some Hawaiian beaches are packed with tiny grains of peridot that 5 Chaplain’s Corner
are too small to cut. 6-8 All About Our Residents
11 Community Announcements
18 At the Movies
Continued on page 3 20 It’s Puzzling

Paul’s Run 9896 Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19115 August 2017

Resident Council Report

Paul’s Run Report to Resident Council and Resident Community
Katrina K. Wise, Vice President, Executive Director
July 13, 2017

Census Independent Living 95.1%
Personal Care 92.8%
Nursing Home 90.8%

Departmental Facilities

Administration • The Main Elevator in Healthcare will be under repair
• Rabbi Anne is moving to Florida, and would like to starting the first week in August and will be down for
thank the community at Paul’s Run for all of your hard 3 weeks. The C/D hallway elevator will be manned by
work, dedication and compassionate hearts. “It has been security and maintenance.
a wonderful 6 years serving this community. I will miss
you. I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. God • Paul’s Run parking lots are scheduled to be upgraded.
bless”- Rabbi Anne Starting date to be determined.
• Reese Award is a distinguished honor given to a Paul’s
Run employee who has demonstrated Dedication, • The new emergency pull cord system will be installed
Loyalty, Selflessness, Personal Interest in Co-Workers throughout IL beginning July 31st through August 4th.
and Residents and Devotion to the mission of Paul’s More information to follow.
Run. This year’s recipient of the Reese Award was
Housekeeping Supervisor Brian Horsey. Chaplain’s Notes
• The Department of Human Services performed their
annual survey of Personal Care and we are proud to • Morning Prayer at 8:40 am and Evening Prayer at
announce that we passed with zero deficiencies. 3:45pm Monday through Friday in the Auditorium. All
residents and staff are welcome to attend.
Dietary
• The Food Advisory Committee meeting will be held on • Sunday Mass at 9:00am has moved to the auditorium as
the first Wednesday of every month at 1:30 pm in the well as the fourth Thursday Mass at 10:45am. All other
Board Room for Food Committee Members. Dietary services will take place in the chapel.
issues are addressed at this time.
• Our next Community Service Club will be on
Community Life Wednesday, July 19th in the auditorium.
Upcoming in August
• 8/3 Barnes Museum trip Liberty Wellness
• 8/4 Picnic Trip
• 8/8 Liberty Lifestyles university 2pm • Drink plenty of water and other hydrating fluids.
• 8/11 Buckingham Winery Trip • With the warm weather coming, keep your air
• 8/15 Senior Education 2pm
• 8/20 Fiddler on the Roof 2pm conditioning on and wear a sweater if you are cool.
• 8/22 Liberty Lifestyles University 2pm
• 8/25 Parx Casino
• 8/29 Senior Education 2pm

All About August (Continued) Birthday Colors

Flower – Gladioulus August 1–4: Pink
“Pink” people are always trying their best, and they
Gladiolus represents strength and moral like to help and care for other people. However,
integrity—not surprising when you consider they are not easily satisfied. In matters of the heart,
that its name comes from the Latin word for they look for the sort of romantic love found only in
sword, gladius. But while its swordshaped stems fairy tales.
might imply Roman gladiators, its romantic- August 5–13: Blue
looking flowers are capable of piercing a heart If you were born “blue,” you are picky, particular,
with their beauty. Aptly so because infatuation and artistic. You are also trustworthy. You tend to
is another one of its meanings. be romantic and fall in love more with your head
Gladiolus flowers grow from a bulb called a than with your heart, which might explain why
corm. Corms are planted each spring and dug your relationships last.
up in the fall. Although “glads,” as they are August 14–23: Green
commonly called, are beautiful in the garden, “Green” people are understanding, get along well
their principal use is for cut flowers. Their range with new people, and make very loyal friends. They
of colors, sizes, and flower types makes them tend to be open and honest communicators. They
particularly useful for flower arrangements. also seek to maintain a well-balanced lifestyle.
The flower blossoms open one by one, starting August 24–31: Brown
from the base of the tall stems, making this an Born under this color, you are active and sporty. You
enduring cut flower. are a loyal friend, understanding but firm. You have
strong views and strive to be a good money manager
What’s Lucky in August? (we won’t say “cheap”) and drive a good bargain.

Lucky Colors: Yellow Famous People Born in August
Lucky Days: Sunday and Wednesday
Lucky Numbers: 5 and 7 Herman Melville (novelist) August 1, 1819
Lucky Letter: D Tony Bennett (singer) August 3, 1926
Lucille Ball (comedienne) August 6, 1911
Special Days in August Charlize Theron (actress) August 7, 1975
Dustin Hoffman (actor) August 8, 1937
Watermelon Day—August 3 Danielle Steele (novelist) August 14, 1947
Friendship Day—August 6 Julia Child (chef) August 15, 1912
Full Sturgeon Moon—August 7 Roberto Clemente (athlete) August 18, 1934
Aviation Day—August 19 Connie Chung (journalist) August 20, 1946
Total Solar Eclipse—August 21 Gene Kelly (actor) August 23, 1912
Women’s Equality Day—August 26 Mother Teresa (saint) August 26, 1910
Ingrid Bergman (actress) August 29, 1915
Buddy Hackett (comedian) August 31, 1924

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Resident Spotlight

Name: Sister Norbert
Nickname: Mary

How long have you lived at Paul’s Run? Where have you traveled and what was
Sister has been living here for about 4 your favorite place?
months; she started off in personal care and Sister loves the United States and all of its
then made the move to independent living. beauty. She has driven across the county from
She enjoys living here and has really got the ocean to ocean and feels blessed that she was
love for “The Run” as she calls it. able to do such an amazing trip. She also
traveled to 7 different continents in Africa.
What is your favotire place you have lived? She was able to witness the mass that made
Sister stated that living in New Orleans was her Sister Kathrine Drexel a Saint in Rome.
most favorite place, “It’s home to me” she said.
That is where Sister was raised and also where What is your favoite meal?
she served. She enjoys the culture, music and Sister Norbert loves supper and anything that
loves all the great food. might be served for it.

Do you prefer the beach or the mountains? What are you thankful for?
Mountains 100%. There is nothing like the All her fellow Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament!!
mountains and that clean air.

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Chaplain’s Corner

The Spiritual Care Department is in need of two volunteers who will
oversee the preparation of flowers for our weekly worship services.

Volunteers will gather flowers on Friday from the chapel and
arrange them in a vase. Flowers will then need to be placed
in the auditorium for Friday Shabbat Services. The flowers
will need to be returned to the chapel after Friday service in
preparation for weekend worship services.

Please contact the chaplain at 215-934-3059 if you are
interested in assisting with worship in this way.

riends ofF Message from Your Food Committee
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Paul’s Ru If you have a comment, complaint, or just something to say to the
Dietary Department, TELL US, not your table partners. Please take a
General Store moment and fill out the comment cards at your tables or on your way
Sale Dates out the door. They are ALL read and we welcome your feedback.

Produce Sales Dates: Paul’s Run Gratefully Acknowledges the
(Every pay day) Following Tribute Gifts
July 14th & 28th
Aug 11th & 25th made between June 16 – July 15, 2017

Water Ice Sale Dates: •
(Every Mon in July & Aug)
July 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, & 31st In Memory of: Renee Marke
Aug 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th By Ms. Lauren Love
Dorothy Glestein
By Mr. & Mrs. Brad Barash Betty Mondelblatt
By Mr. Alan Mondelblatt
Sadie Hochberger Ms. & Mrs. Dean Mondelblatt
By Mr. & Mrs. Russell E.
In Honor of:
Weakland Jr.
Mr. & Mrs. Chuck Steinberg Carol & George May
By Ms. Elena Nakonetschny
Ms. Miriam Finkel
Ms. Roberta Matz
Dr. & Mrs. George H. Dooneief

Susan A. Jensen
By Ms. Caroline Willms
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The PC Periodical

Personal Care residents have lots of fun under the sun.

Fresh-grilled hotdogs and hamburgers served outside in the Liberty Walk every
Tuesday of the week bring a lot of delight. Personal Care residents can’t wait to
enjoy the beautiful weather and the good food.

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The Health Care Herald

The Blue Scarf Ladies attended their 1st Annual celebration to recognize their
hard work and volunteerism during the last year. They have raised money for the
American Heart Association, The Jane Adams Women Shelter, and did a food
drive for “Camp Out for Hunger” and delivered the food to Xfinity Live! The
women are very proud of everything they have accomplished this year and look
forward to doing even more in the future. Recently, Phyllis Fisher was inducted
into the group and is very excited to volunteer because that is something that she
enjoyed doing in the past. Thank you ladies for your dedication and big hearts!

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8/4 In the Month of August
8/8
8/10 Picnic Trip
8/11 Liberty Lifestyles University – 2pm
8/15 Stein Mart, Whole Foods, Ross Trip
8/16 Buckingham Winery Trip
8/17 Senior Education – 2pm
8/18 Birthday dinner – 4:30pm
8/20 Kohl’s Trip
8/22 Movie Trip
8/24 Fiddler on the Roof – 2pm
8/25 Liberty Lifestyles University – 2pm
8/29 Acme Trip
Parx Casino
Senior Education – 2pm

Community Announcements

Leaving just 5% of your estate Have a Talent? Want to Share it?

with your friends at Paul’s Run could make a Paugolt’sTaRluenn’ts
huge impact. Talk to your financial adviser today.
COMING THIS OCTOBER
For more information, call Patty Cline For Staff and Residents
at 267-464-7720, or visit our website
at www.paulsrun.org/keep-5-with-friends. Talent Sign-ups available in Erin’s office

A little planning can have a big impact.

Join The Program Committee! STREETS POF hiladelphia

Monthly meetings to discuss programming. 2018 CALENDAR
Please contact Jack Birnbaum at 215-671-0106.
We are looking for models for our
BAZAAR!!! Streets of Philadelphia calendar shoot.

November 10th • 10am-3pm Please sign up in Erin’s Office.
November 11th • 11am-2pm
Music Therapy Notes
We are asking for donations of
clean, gently used, or new purses and Did you know that of the five senses, the sense of hearing is
the second most important in the recall of memories? It is
jewelry, as well as crafts/artwork. not surprising then that certain songs can evoke unexpected
We cannot take books, clothing, memories or reactions.
bedding, or furniture.
Please drop off your donations Join me on Tuesdays at 1:00 pm in the Green House for
in the Community Life office. Music and Memories as we share memories through active

music making, listening, discussion, and more.
Musical skills are not required.

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Monthly Diaries

August 2017 Monthly Diary

By Jack Birnbaum

A Poem – About Respect

Sticks and stones will break your bones, but names will never harm you
that’s a credo learned in my youth, and I knew even then, it was not true
the crude names learned from elders shattered our innocence just like glass
when shouted by companions on the streets, our playground, sans the grass
Those ethnic and racial slurs interwoven into the fabric of the games, played
During which we pretended as not to know the hate in the words, being said
But over the years our internal hurt was mitigated by the warm memories
Of those companions, whose grace and warmth made for positive histories

Now I have grown old and from life history I’ve gained knowledge and wisdom
a realization that men are of both good and evil and that, then, becomes the norm
perfection can be a goal, but its attainment should not be one of our expectations
I have come to learn that respect is the coinage of use for all of human relations
so now upon hearing words that do me harm, I seek words to express the pain
Allowing me to ventilate my distress while as well, the relationship to maintain
thus, deepening that relationship and opening new venues of conflict resolutions
and reminding us all, that mutual respect can be applied to all human institutions

As youngsters at play, winning did not obscure the joy of our playing the game
we complimented good play, settling disputes with respect and, in manner tame
as, in life what mattered most, was the comradery and joy that we shared each day
yielding memories and providing us with a lifetime of feelings about love of play
Being politically correct is not the way, it takes mutual respect, to make It that way

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Monthly Diaries

August 2017 Monthly Diary I

By Jack Birnbaum

Poetic musings-Patriotism

At age ninety I reside on an isle of tranquility amidst what is a turbulent world
Amongst amiable seniors, needs met, shielded from life’s many an ugly swirl
Including threats of terror, pollical instabilities and mankind’s many unmet needs
But, even with diminished physical skills, I do harbor hopes for man’s future deeds
Since in my life I have achieved many a goal and where many a dream, came to be
By use of the opportunities in this land of the free so totally dedicated to equality
Buttressed by history, I revel in the commemoration of this most worthy objective
Which has, in spite human imperfection, over the years, evolved into a perspective
And I take pride in the progress toward this goal in our time, and by our generation
As we have and should, by commitment, continue to bring it into a full realization

I see America as a land abounding with hope along with some wondrous dreams
Each day I remember men, daring to seek opportunity, developing new schemes
Then, becoming acquainted with the poetry within the Independence Declaration
I recognized that hope, was the design of the plan, by the founders of our nation
With the Constitution, a government designed to further the vision of equality
Within a system of laws plus hearing voices of the electorate in formatting policy
A structural concept of ensuring participation and to re-enforce all those visions
Stated by Lincoln as a government of, by, and for the people, making decisions

This then, is the inheritance handed down to you by each past American generation
A thing of beauty which, does require an ongoing commitment for the participation
Of a knowledgeable citizenry in order to keep alive, the dreams of this great nation

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Monthly Diaries

August 2017 Monthly Diary II

By Jack Birnbaum

My Universe – A Poem

Our universe, Rhoda and I, was defined by our expectations for future years
Focused on family needs and hopes, empowered through both of our careers
Populated with friends and activities that fulfilled us often with fun and delight
Being involved with life and committed to those causes we saw as being “right”
Enjoying community trips, allowing for the pursuit of those individual interests
Varied activities, as rock and roll or opera enjoyed not needing any “means tests”
But time in a universe, dictates change, as when children grow and adults add age
Relatives and friends re-locate, form new associations, moving to another stage
And so, it was with us, we moved beyond the boundaries of our past expectations
To retirement, less job routines, to develop leisure interests in our new situations

Philly, a choice for home by our eldest son and wife, now became our new venue
And our retirement universe took shape when Rhoda, to her instincts holding true
Volunteered to become active in a woman’s group and in the area hospital, local
Whilst I followed my hobbies movies, reading, fitness and being politically vocal
We remained engaged with family as fate provided us scenarios of joy and sorrow
Spawned new friendships, enjoyed our dog, remaining optimistic about tomorrow
For some years, we stayed the course as, fate delivered a blow forcing a change
As Rhoda suffered a severe stroke, forcing our life’s universe itself, to re-arrange
Moving to a senior program equipped and programmed in support of her ability
To remain active, and continue in her lifestyle of, being as much as she could be
Allowing me to assist her in dealing with infirmities and life anew, in community
With life experiences to match our own, promising an enriched social opportunity

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Monthly Diaries

August 2017 Monthly Diary II (cont’d)

And so, at Paul’s Run, populated mainly by seniors who had accumulated wisdom
and where the milk of human kindness flowed through the staff in every division
We, Rhoda, and I, felt comfortable ensconced in a Universe so warm, so inclusive
Providing activities which met our needs but as well, stirring our creative juices
Leading me, encouraged by the staff, to present different films both old and new
And sharing with residents the treasures of lives depicted on film for their review
And also films which brought joy, along with those raising issues ripe for thought
Additionally, those classics of music and dance, plus discussion they brought forth
I also began writing articles appearing in the Runner, the monthly house magazine,
Chronicling my memories, my thoughts, my reactions to events on the today scene
However, again fate took a hand, by striking down my darling Rhoda, and she died
Shrinking my universe where I was denied the joy of keeping Rhoda by my side

Ere long I realized that although dead, Rhoda lived in my mind and imagination
As did other residents and staff who passed away, moving into this formulation
They are often in my thoughts and I, in my universe, am aware of their presence
This was reflected in some of my writings about their activities, and their essence
As well as in conversation reminding we, who loved them, of their contribution
They were, in our minds imagination, a continued daily presence in this institution
As well, I am in my universe, content here to dwell and to enjoy living in unisom
Amongst my peers and in community sharing their joys as well as their sorrows
For as we have learned in life we cannot predict what will be in the tomorrow’s
But we can in fellowship, continue to learn, and smile, and even continue to grow
And to relish the joy of greeting each day with a stretch, a yawn and then, an hello

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Monthly Diaries

August 2017 Monthly Diary III

By Jack Birnbaum

Those who do not remember the past are condemned to repeat it-G. Santayana
We now in our nation, face a conundrum as, our history was always so gloried
Grounded in dreams, sustained by concepts, led by statesmen, so very storied
The past five months have been enshrouded by division, conflict, and indecision
With a flood of decrees and tweets ending in court or being debated, on television
And a series of ill- conceived legislative proposals that exacerbated division
Plus, a variety of diplomatic moves which all but muddied what is, our mission
As well as investigation of accusations which may in fact, become constitutional
And last but not least, conflicting reported “facts” which, border on the delusional

Our fledgling nation in crisis, called on its leaders in steering our ship of state
That history, now provides us the guidance to make determinations of our fate
The tumultuous Articles of Confederation led Washington to call, a convention
Of the thirteen states to codify the laws and put an end, to ten years of dissension
Using the Independence Declaration, our leaders were agreed on our core goals
Creating unity, crafting codes for freedom of mankind both, of body, and of souls
Recognizing conflict is endemic in governance, our leaders provided a construct
For conflict to be jointly resolved thus allow government its business to conduct
Three Federal Branches, Executive, legislative, and Judicial each defined by role
Statutorily interfaced so that a resolution would be binding on all, as a whole
The covenant also defined the role of the states providing it with statuary clarity
While it provided conflict resolution on those issues of federal and state parity
This document, The Constitution, a result of unity with leadership commitments
Is now a beacon shining a light message that, can be applied, to today’s events

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Monthly Diaries

August 2017 Monthly Diary III

By Jack Birnbaum

The smoldering coals of slavery caught fire in a divided nation causing civil war
Up to eleven southern states in a Confederate cabal vowed the union was no more
While the President resorted to force, he insisted that the union must still endure
And President Lincoln was offering charity to all, malice to none, as his posture
He authored the Emancipation Proclamation freeing the slaves to live in equality
Although initially his successors used sanctions, cooler heads prevailed for parity
And over the years since, leadership continued the commitment to these precepts
Welding a union that faced wars and depressions and yet continued to take steps
In reaching equality and providing opportunity for millions through immigration
While our leadership promoted a fusion of cultures envied by every other nation

The lessons of the past point out actions that should be considered for these days
Foremost a need for unity through statesmanship rather than partisanship’s ways
Stress of our core values without fear, charity without malice, gives unity a grip
Our alliances with our partners for peace represents a powerful bargaining chip
As is a commitment to replace the tactics of division by the use of mutual respect
While with alliances and unity will provide the security, that people can expect
Not only from our enemies, but also from the environment and violence as well
Relying, as President Reagan said, not on walls, but by treating all with respect
Using screening to reject those meaning harm, accepting those in need of haven
An American principal enshrined in our culture by which millions were then able
To share the bounty of freedom and opportunity foreseen by our fathers, founding
And It is the responsibility of our leaders to keep these bells of freedom, sounding

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Charlie’s Farewell Corner

August 2017 Charlie’s Farewell Corner

By Jack Birnbaum

My world as well as Charlie’s, took an unexpected turn in early July when an attack of gout
not only stole my mobility for a time but raised the alarming possibility of a long- term loss of
movement making it very difficult to take Charlie out for his daily, necessary walks. In the short-
term my daughter had arranged to have a dog walker service to walk Charlie three times each
day but as my condition over the next 2 weeks showed very little progress, I began to be anxious
about the future for Charlie in a situation where I might not be able to care for him. I was
determined that my much-loved Charlie should be in a situation where he would be loved and
appreciated and have a secure relationship no matter what it took to accomplish it.

By July 21 I realized that my rate of improvement was so slow that our temporary measures
might no longer be sufficient and that I would now have to find a new permanent home for
Charlie where he could be loved and appreciated, and be afforded the security which he so
richly deserved. I began to search for those who might offer this in return for the love and
companionship of this wonderful canine. I approached staff members at Paul’s Run, residents
of the facility, my family members and friends, and the young ladies who were walking Charlie
each day and almost immediately had a number of possible new owners for Charlie.

One potential owner, however, stood out as he was a senior who had tended his mother
who was ill over the last few years, and she had recently passed away. He owned a home in
Philadelphia and was now looking for a dog as a companion to live with him and to share his
life. Upon their meeting each other, the chemistry was immediately apparent and I must say that
you, the residents having read about Charlie’s past life in The Runner, would be as joyful as I that
Charlie will now enjoy the benefits of this new life he has richly earned.

And so, another chapter of Charlie’s life has now begun and I rejoice for that which Charlie has
provided me as I hope you all will rejoice with the bounty he has provided us all by being a part
of our community. I also rejoice in his new life and hope we will continue to hear about him in
the future. As we have learned in life this may not be good bye, but only so long I’ll be hearing
from you later.

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The Atkinson Files

Women’s Equality Day

The month of August— women to vote in
A month of changes legislation she introduced
that causes some of in 1878. Through her
us a singe of sadness continuing efforts, the
and in others an 19th Amendment was
expectation of changes added to the Constitution
in their lives. We on 8/26/1920. In 1971
encounter the end of Women’s Equality Day
vacation time at the beach, was named as part of the
mountains, or visits to U. S. Constitution.
other states to relatives Interestingly 15 States
and friends, and wish it have not yet ratified the
was not over for this year. 19th Amendment! The
first woman to file for a
However it can be a most schools did not start high office was Geraldine
challenging time for until Labor Day. Now family Ferraro. She ran for Vice
our young people as vacations have to be scheduled President paving the way
they prepare to enter to accommodate earlier for the many women who
institutions of higher openings. hold high political positions
learning or begin a job training Although there are no major today.
program. They may not have holidays during the month, As you may have noted
good jobs to go to, but even an important date is Women’s from my past writings I am
being a helper sweeping a store Equality Day on August 25. interested in women’s roles
is a change in their routine. Susan B. Anthony fought for in society. This month I have
For those fortunate enough to many years to obtain the right decided to present a synopsis
be entering college, there are to vote for women in the U.S. of the trials of Mary Todd
supplies to purchase, furniture She was also prominent in the Lincoln, wife of the 16th
to gather, new roommates Women’s Suffrage Association President of the United States,
to meet, and regulations to with their first convention Abraham Lincoln.
learn. Compared to bygone being held in Seneca Falls, Born in Lexington, Kentucky,
years, budgets have to be New York, in 1849. She on December 13th, 1818,
carefully made up to meet the advocated for the right for Mary Todd Lincoln died
vastly increased cost of all the on July 16th, 1882, broken
foregoing. However, sometimes mentally and physically.
financial aid is available through
grants or loans. In past years

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The Atkinson Files

Women’s Equality Day (Continued)

She was known as the most Lincoln at a cotillion where he
unpopular First Lady ever became enthralled with her wit
to live in the White House. and sociability.
Mary is probably the most
maligned famous woman years old and her father Many suiters courted Mary.
in our nation’s history. quickly remarried Betsy These included Stephen
Some of the myths about Humphrey, fathering nine A. Douglas, political foe
Mary were built up by more children and infuriating of Abraham Lincoln, but
Lincoln’s law partner Mary’s grandmother who
William H, Herndon. resided next door. Since her when Abe appeared he and
He was later quoted stepmother was burdened Mary fell deeply in love,
in literature of the day, raising these children with the an affection that lasted
giving the impression family resentment towards her, throughout their marriage,
she was always difficult, it was felt best that Mary live although sorely tested at
even though as a young with her sister, Mrs. Ninian many times by her increasing
girl she was known for her Wirt Edwards in her mansion. outbursts of temper and
cheerfulness and friendliness. Mary became part of a group of excessive shopping. Mary’s
Tragically, her experiences in young people joining together family, except for her father,
life seem to have changed her in parties and fun, first meeting was against the marriage,
adult personality drastically, feeling that Abraham was an
although it was known that uneducated backwoodsman,
her father was high strung. with no social graces who
She was from a wealthy would never become a success
Southern family of seven at anything. How very wrong
children, her parents were they proved to be!
cousins in the Todd family. After having lived in homes
Mary was well educated. with servants Mary had
Despite the loyalty of her to adjust to life in a small
relatives to the South, she was apartment with no help in the
always outspoken about her everyday tasks of maintaining
devotion to the North and it. She did not complain as
its stand against slavery. Her it was the kind of life with
mother died when she was six which Lincoln was familiar,
however she found his many

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The Atkinson Files

Women’s Equality Day (Continued)

absences while riding the Mary and because of her and became estranged from
circuit attending to court cases efforts we had a White House Robert who has not been
trying. She would not allow in Washington worthy to be judged well by history for his
family members to point out lived in by the president of a trying to control her property
what a poor choice she had nation that was fast becoming and wealth. Mary became very
made in marrying Abe. important on the world scene. secluded, shunning contact
with others. She left the U.S.
When Abe was elected Mary bore four sons, only and lived overseas for a while.
President, he ran home, calling one outlived her. When son To this day some historians feel
out in excitement, “Mary, we Willie died in the White she was not worthy of being
are elected!” After his term House after they had already the First Lady. Some contend
began, always interested buried two other sons, she she was a victim of distorted
in politics, she offered him was so depressed Lincoln stories fed to the press and
advice on matters of state and feared for her mental the many tragedies that
hosted special events at the condition. Spiritualism happened in her life. Could
White House to counteract the attracted her, so séances it be that the background of
publicity engendered by the 11 were being held in the White the atmosphere which she
Southern States who seceded House. This caused a great encountered in the home as
when he was pronounced the deal of derision from others. a growing child contributed
winner of the election. On April 14, 1865, she was to her later nervous state of
On moving into the White sitting with the President at mind, bringing forth the worst
House, the Lincolns found Ford’s theatre in Washington in her personality? Just my
it in shambles with broken when Abraham Lincoln was musings after reading “The
furniture and unsuitable to fatally shot. Again she became Biography of a Marriage” by
host visitors of state or even severely depressed from the Ruth Painter Randall, a book
the ordinary citizens of the shock of this next tragedy in in my personal library. J also
country who in that day could her life. Her oldest Robert, searched the internet looking
stop by and ask to speak the one remaining son, went for information on her life.
to the President. Congress to court and had a judge Anyone reading the various
did not approve of Mary’s declare 1her insane and put literature printed over years
expenditures to refurbish the her in an asylum, where she will find a wide variety of
interior as they were occupied attempted suicide. She was stories and opinions that paint
with the signs of unrest and quickly released to her sister pictures of Mary Todd Lincoln.
portending war sweeping the Elizabeth’s home. At another What is your opinion?
nation. This did not deter trial she was declared sane,

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Monthly Boulevards

August 2017 Monthly Boulevards

By Jack Birnbaum

Boulevard A—A preview of the September films which number 16 include three musicals, a mix of
dramatic films about family, films dealing with human conflict, education, some comedy, some stories
of the West, with a mixture of films mostly released since the year 2000 and includes Mozart’s four act
comic opera “The Marriage of Figaro” performed by the Berlin State Opera Company conducted by
Daniel Barenboim.
Boulevard B—The resident choice films this month will consist of four movies two of which are first
run features, and the other are from the category of great films of the past. The movies will all be shown
on Monday nights in the Green house,
7 P. M. Mon. Aug. 7-Life of a King (2013) An absorbing film with Cuba Goo dings Jr. as an ex-felon
incarcerated for 17 years uses chess as his lifeforce during this period and then makes chess a lifeforce to
rehabilitate himself and others whose lives are in jeopardy. A winner ! (101 Min.)
7 P.M. Mon. Aug. 14-Rear Window (1954) A splendid Hitchcock mystery with James Stewart, as
a photographer with a cast on one leg, and Grace Kelly as his society girlfriend, witness a murder, and
are then in danger as the murderer suspects he has been discovered in this splendidly acted thriller.
(115 Min.)
7 P.M. Mon. Aug. 21-20th Century Woman (2016) Anette Benning plays the mother of a teenage
boy who along with two other women, guides him through the free-living style and love during the
197o’s while they live in southern California. (119 Min.)
6:45 P.M. on. Aug. 28-Inheret The Wind (1960) A landmark trial film based on the Scopes tri-
al about Darwin’s Theory of evolution with an extraordinary cast including Spencer Tracy, Fredrick
March, Gene Kelly, and Florence Eldridge. (128 Min.)

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A Night at the Movies

August 2017 Movie Program

By Jack Birnbaum

The movie program in August will contain a variety of films such as three musicals, several newly
released films in a variety of genres, family, romance and drama, two golden oldies, and the Opera of
the month Rossini’s The Barber of Seville performed with zest by the Metropolitan Opera Company.
7 PM, Tues. Aug. 1-Murphey’s Romance (1985) Sally Field as a single parent, new in a town where
James Garner has his own ideas of how you court someone.
7 P.M. Bijou Thur. 8/3-My Brilliant Career (1979) Judy Davis an independent thinker and she
must decide between marriage to Sam Neill, or a career.
7 P.M. Sat. Aug. 5-Sing Street (2016) A musical of an Irish boy forming a Rock Band to impress a
girl leading to a whole new lifestyle for both of them.
7 P.M. Sun. Aug. 6-Mr. Church (2016) Eddie Murphy in a dramatic role of a cook hired for weeks
over the next 15 years becomes part of a family. A sleeper!
7 P.M. Mon. Aug. 7-Life of a King (2013) See monthly boulevards for details*
7 P.M. Tues. Aug. 8-Begin Again (2011) Kiera Knightley and Mark Ruffalo both losers in love, find
each other and success as well, in a musical romance.
7 P.M. Bijou Thur.-8/10-Copperhead (2013) A view of how the Civil War of the 1860’s affected
non- combatant’s relationships in upstate New York.
7 P.M. Sat. Aug. 12-About A Boy (2002) Hugh Grant an immature man comes into contact with a
young boy who teaches him about becoming a grown-up man.
6: 45 P.M. Sun. Aug. 13-Elizabeth (1998) Cate Blanchette as Elizabeth who grows from a flighty
maid becoming the reigning great Queen of England.
7 P.M. Mon. Aug 14-Rear Window (1954) See monthly boulevards for info*

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A Night at the Movies

July 2017 Movie Program (Continued)

By Jack Birnbaum
6: 45 P.M. Tues. Aug. 15-The China Syndrome (1972) Jack Lemmon finds a dangerous flaw in a
nuclear electric plant and faces death as he tries to expose it.
7 P.M. Bijou Thur. 8/17-Cinderella (2015) Walt Disney’s newest version of the ever-popular fairy
tale starring Cate Blanchette.
7 P.M. Sat. Aug. 19 & Sun. Aug 20-Giocomo Rossini’s The Barber of Seville over two evenings
this comic Opera will be presented as performed by the Metropolitan opera company. See the opera
corner for all of the details.
7 P.M. Mon. Aug. 21-20th Centuary Woman (2016) see monthly boulevards*
7 P.M. Tues. Aug. 22-Salmon Fishing in the Yemen (2011) A comedy romance as an American
expert is sent to Yemen to bring a Princes fantasy into reality
6:45 P.M. Bijou Thur.-8/24 All that Jazz (1979) A musical biography based on the life of Bob
Fosse starring Roy Scheider, Jessica Lange and Ann Raiking
7 P.M. Sat. Aug. 26-Campfire (2005) A controversial Israeli film which raises questions about the
settlement movement based on one family’s involvement.
7 P.M. Sun. Aug. 27-The Chalk Garden (1964) A grandmother seeks a governess for her troubled
young granddaughter finally selecting Deborah Kerr.
7 P.M. Mon. Aug. 28-Inheret The Wind (1960) See monthly Boulevards*
6:45 P.M. Tues Aug. 29-In the Name of the Father (1998) Daniel Day Lewis is an Irishman who
served 15 years for an IRA bombing which he did not commit.
6:45 P.M. Bijou Thur.-8/31-Mr Smith goes to Washington (1939) James Stewart as the idealist
who turns the U.S. Senate into a class on Americanism.

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The Box Office Buzz: Opera Corner

August 2017 The Barber of Seville

By Jack Birnbaum her and get her dowry. Not hearing noise now attracts the officer on
This month’s Opera a two-act from her Lindoro pays off the band watch who moves to arrest the
comedy “The Barber of Seville” then spying Figaro, who used to drunken soldier (Almaviva), who
composed by Gioachino Rossini work for him and (for a price) whispers the Counts name, and the
is one of the most popular and Figaro suggests The Count pose as wach officer withdraws from the
one the most difficult to perform a drunken soldier ordered to billet house as Rosina makes fun of the
in the operatic repertoire. Based in Bartolo’s house, shocked Bartolo and Basillio.
on play by Pierre Augustine
Beamarchais and it is part one of Act I-Scene II Act II-Dr. Bartolo’s House
Beaumarchchais’ work premiered Rosina knowing only Lindoro’s Almaviva comes in disguise to give
in February 1816 while the second voice decides to write him a note as Rosina a singing lesson handing
section, The Marriage of Figaro Bartolo who fears Count Almaviva, Bartolo a letter claiming Lindoro
composed by Wolfgang Amadeus conspires with Don Basillo to finds women for the Count and
Mozart, was premiered in May use false rumors to dispose of Bartolo orders Figaro to shave him
1786 some 30 years earlier. the Count as a suitor, When so as not to leave Rosina alone.
Rossini born Feb. 28 1792 and they leave Figaro suggests Rosina Basilio arrives and Almaviva bribes
died Nov. 13 1868 at the age of 76, write a note to Lindoro and she him and Bartolo sensing that it’s
an Italian composer who wrote hands him the note she’s already a trick rushes Basilio out to the
18 operas as well as sacred music, written, As Bartolo’s housekeeper notary to draw up a marriage
chamber music and piano pieces leaves she encounters a drunken contract while the Bartolo
and was often referred to as “The soldier ( Lindoro In disguise) who convinces Rosina that Lindoro is a
Italian Mozart”. gains entry into the house and he flunky for the Count.
The work is admirably performed slips Rosina a note and Rosina
by The Metropolitan opera convinces the suspicious Bartolo Later in a thunderstorm the
company with the orchestra that it was only a laundry list. The Count and Figaro climb a ladder
under the baton of Ralf Weiker and Rosina expresses her feelings
featuring the voices of Kathleen Runner Page 23 of betrayal and heartbreak until
Battle (Rosina), Rockwell Blake Almaviva reveals his identity
(Count Almaviva) and Leo Nucci ( and they embrace and race to
Figaro). the ladder to escape, but is gone.
Basilio and the notary arrive and
Act I-Scene I Basilio is given the option of a
Outside Dr. Bartolo’s house bribe to witnesses the contract
Lindoro (Count Almaviva, in or two bullet to the head. Basilio
disguise) serenades Bartolos ward accepts the bribe and he and Figaro
Rosina, trying to win her love, witness the marriage contract
while Bartolo schemes to marry between Rosina and the Count
while Bartolo is allowed to retain
Rosina’s dowry.

It’s PUZZLING

Beautiful Sunflowers

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The Classifieds

Private Duty Services Flowers for the Chapel
are available to you!
Each week, new flowers are delivered to the
Call 215-934-3050 Chapel on Friday morning. The flowers are
provided for worship in the Shabbat service on
Friendly Reminder Friday night and the Christian service on Sunday
morning. The flowers are often given in memory of
Our new lobby is so beautiful. loved ones or to celebrate other occasions.
Please be careful when eating or
The $25 charge is used to cover the cost of the flowers.
drinking in that area. There is a sign-up sheet on the main bulletin board by
the dining room. Mrs. Helen Marimow, B-118, or the Chaplain can answer
Thank you ! your questions.

Housekeeping Residents can sign up to sponsor flowers individually or as a group. Please
feel free to sign up and join in to support this small beauty in the Chapel.
The Housekeeping department
is asking for your cooperation in Message from your Food Committee
maintaining a sanitary environment
Please do not remove salt/pepper, china or silverware from the tables in
for all of our residents. the dining room. This is not appropriate and is costly to maintain these
Recently there have been items. Please cooperate to ensure everyone has the proper settings on the
complaints about residents tables. We want to provide the best customer service possible.
leaving trash in the hallway
instead of disposing of it properly riends o BePAaUuLt’yS RSUNhop
F f
in the trash rooms. n
We are asking that ALL TRASH be Paul’s Ru Open Monday—Friday
placed in the proper receptacles in 9 am–4 pm
The General Store
the Trash Rooms on each floor. Closed Saturday
Thank you for your cooperation. Hours of Operation
•
Monday 10 am–4:30 pm
Tuesday 10 am–4:30 pm Manicurist
Wednesday 10 am–4:30 pm
Thursday 10 am–4:30 pm Wednesday 9 am–4 pm
Friday 10 am–4:30 pm
Saturday •
Sunday 11 am–1 pm
11 am–1 pm Call Anne Amato at

215-934-3055

for an appointment.
Walk-ins Welcome!

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Congratulations to our Dave Mozeleski, Whitemarsh
Angie Danno, PR Resident
Tombola Winners! Grace, Family member of employee at PR

NEW at The Library! SP C

We want you to enjoy all of the joys that Hello, my name is Phillip C. Savoca,
books can offer, so we now have a variety of
ways to help you read in the privacy of your I am a resident of Paul’s Run. I would
own room! like to thank the waiters and waitresses
Check out our new large-print books, or take of Liberty Grille. They are a group
advantage of a magnifier to enlarge the text. of young people, hardworking and
We even have a “Reader” that will read the very understanding. Their patience
book aloud to you! is undoubtable. They listen to us,
For more information, please see Erin in comprehending our needs.
Community Life.
Each of these individuals are well
Ayou bhooolkd iisn aydoureramhantdhas.t trained, they pay close attention when
we order our meals. They make sure
that our needs are always met.

I truly appreciate each and every one
of these young, strong, detailed and
respectful attendants.

With great gratitude,

Philip C. Savoca
Resident