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Thursday, Feb. 9
Live Music: Gretchen Richie: The
Songs of Rodgers & Hart
Cafe Des Artistes (41655 Fenwick
Street, Leonardtown) 6 p.m.
Live Music: The Piranhas
Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell
Road, Dowell) 7:30 p.m.
Live Music: Shane Gamble
Casey Jones Pub (417 E. Charles St.,
La Plata) - 9:30 p.m.
Live Music: Dylan Galvin w/
Rusty
The Blue Dog Saloon (7940 Port To-
bacco Road, Port Tobacco) 8:30 p.m.
Friday, Feb. 10
Live Music: Justin Crenshaw
Band
The Blue Dog Saloon (7940 Port To-
bacco Road, Port Tobacco) 8:30 p.m.
Live Music: R & R Train
Toots Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road,
Hollywood) 9 p.m.
Live Music: Fair Warning
Hole In the Wall Tavern (24702 Sotter-
ley Road, Hollywood) 8:30 p.m.
Live Music: Pet the Monster
Memories Nightclub and Bar (2360
Old Washington Road, Waldorf)
9:30 p.m.
Live Music: Rusty in the Middle
Rustic River Bar and Grill (40874 Mer-
chants Lane, Leonardtown) 8:30 p.m.
Live Music: Three Day Ride
Mechanicsville Moose Lodge (27636
Mechanicsville Road, Mechanicsville)
8 p.m.
Live Music: Stephanie Williams
Band
Apehangers Bar and Grill (9100 Crain
Highway, Bel Alton) 9 p.m.
Live Music: Too Many Mikes
Hole In the Wall Tavern (24702 Sotter-
ley Road, Hollywood) 9 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 11
Live Music: The Piranhas
Toots Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road,
Hollywood) 8:30 p.m.
Live Music: Funny Money w/
Absinthe
Memories Nightclub and Bar (2360
Old Washington Road, Waldorf)
9:30 p.m.
Live Music: Jukebox Thieves
Big Dogs Paradise (28765 Three Notch
Road, Mechanicsville) 9:30 p.m.
Live Music: Justin Crenshaw
Band
Fat Boys Country Store (41566 Med-
leys Neck Road, Leonardtown) 8
p.m.
Live Music: The Craze w/ John
Lusky
Hotel Charles (15110 Burnt Store
Road, Hughesville) 9 p.m.
Live Music: Kajun Kelley Duo
Casey Jones Pub (417 E. Charles St.,
La Plata) 9:30 p.m.
Live Music: Matt & Brad
Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell
Road, Dowell) 8 p.m
Live Music: Bob Wire and the
Fence Post
Rustic River Bar and Grill (40874 Mer-
chants Lane, Leonardtown) 8 p.m.
Live Music: Mardi Gras Party feat.
Vendetta
Apehangers Bar and Grill (9100 Crain
Highway, Bel Alton) 9 p.m.
Live Music: Naked Jam Band
Scotts II (7050 Port Tobacco Road,
Welcome) 9 p.m.
Live Music: Legend
Loveville Tavern (28275 Point Lookout
Road, Leonardtown) 9 p.m.
Live Music: Pet the Monster
Jake & Als Chophouse (258 Town
Square Drive, Lusby) 9:30 p.m.
Live Music: Renegade Band
Hole In the Wall Tavern (24702 Sotter-
ley Road, Hollywood) 9 p.m.
Live Music: Red Wine Jazz Trio
The Westlawn Inn (9200 Chesapeake
Avenue, North Beach) 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Feb. 12
Live Music: Jen & James of Groove
Span
Running Hare Vineyard (150 Adelina
Road, Prince Frederick) 1 p.m.
Live Music: California Ramblers
Cryers Back Road Inn (22094 New-
towne Neck Road, Leonardtown) 3
p.m.
Live Music: Russell Moore & IIIrd
Tyme Out
American Legion Post 238 (6265 Bran-
dywine Road, Hughesville) 2 p.m.
Monday, Feb. 13
Open Mic Night
Rustic River Bar and Grill (40874 Mer-
chants Lane, Leonardtown) 5 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 14
Valentines Day
Live Music: Dave & Kevin Trio
Ruddy Duck Brewery (13200 Dowell
Road, Dowell) 6:30 p.m.
Live Music: Dylan Galvin- Acous-
tic Solo
Martinis Lounge (10553 Theodore
Green Boulevard, White Plains) 6
p.m.
Live Music: Diane Daly
The Westlawn Inn (9200 Chesapeake
Avenue, North Beach) 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Feb. 15
Free Beginner Line Dance Lessons
Hotel Charles (15110 Burnt Store
Road, Hughesville) 7 p.m.
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Sunday: 10am - 4pm
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Thursday, February 9, 2012
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Thursday, Feb. 9
Southern Maryland Boating Club
Member Meeting
The Mixing Bowl Restaurant (21797 N Cor-
al Drive, Lexington Park) 5:30 p.m.
Southern Maryland Boating Club,
Patuxent River Sail and Power Squadron, a
unit of United States Power Squadrons is the
worlds largest private organization of men
and women who share a common love and
appreciation of pleasure boating. The orga-
nizations main goals are the promotion of
self-education, civic service and social ac-
tivities. Boat ownership is not a requirement
for membership. Regular membership meet-
ings offer programs that are interesting and
instructive, as well as a chance to meet with
other members. In addition, social affairs are
a regular part of the calendar, with a number
of on-water and off-water events. Patuxent
River Sail and Power Squadron meets the
second Thursday of each month at The Mix-
ing Bowl restaurant in Lexington Park. Most
members meet at 5:30 p.m. for dinner. Call
301-475-3883 for more information.
Compassionate Friends - St. Marys
Meeting
First Saints Community Church (25550
Point Lookout Road, Leonardtown) 7 p.m.
The Compassionate Friends is a nation-
al nonproft, self-help support organization
that offers friendship, understanding, and
hope to bereaved parents, grandparents and
siblings. There is no religious affliation and
there are no membership dues or fees. For
more information, please call 240-434-8414.
Compassionate Friends - St. Marys
Meeting
First Saints Community Church, St. Pauls
Campus (25550 Point Lookout Road, Leon-
ardtown) 7 p.m.
The Compassionate Friends is a nation-
al nonproft, self-help support organization
that offers friendship, understanding, and
hope to bereaved parents, grandparents and
siblings. There is no religious affliation and
there are no membership dues or fees. For
more information, please call 240-434-8414.
Friday, Feb. 10
Father/Daughter Dinner and Dance
Southern Community Center (20 Appeal
Lane, Lusby) 6:30 p.m.
21st Annual Semi-Formal Father/
Daughter Valentine Dinner/Dance at the
Southern Community Center. All ages are
welcome. Admission is $12 per person. Fa-
thers and daughters will enjoy a great din-
ner, DJ, dancing, door prizes, dance con-
tests, funkiest tie and shoe contest, limbo
and much more! Pre-registration is required.
For more information, call 410-586-1101.
Tidewater School Open House
Tidewater School (120 Cox Road, Hunting-
town) 1 p.m.
The Tidewater School will be hosting
an open house. Call 301-257-0533 or e-mail
e-mail tidewaterschool@chesapeake.net for
more information.
Saturday, Feb. 11
Day of Renewal
Our Lady Star of the Sea (225 Alexander
Street, Solomons) 8:30 a.m.
A Day of Renewal will be held at Our
Lady Star of the Sea Church in Solomons,
MD Saturday, February 11th from 8:30 a.m.
- 3:30. Prayer and praise will start Feb. 10
at 6:30 p.m. with Mass at 7:30 p.m. The reg-
istration fee is $10. For more information,
contact Joe and Sally Hamilton at 410-325-
4054, Kathy Wolfe at 410-326-2726, Cheryl
Ware at 410-394-3575, or Virginia Bauer at
virginiabauer@comcast.net.
2nd Saturday Series - To Live En-
slaved at Sotterley Plantation
Sotterley Plantation (44300 Sotterley Lane,
Hollywood) 1 p.m.
In honor of Black History Month, Sot-
terley Plantation is pleased to offer the sec-
ond of four presentations of the 2nd Satur-
day Series entitled, To Live Enslaved.
These specialty tours will run at 1:00 and
3:00 p.m. Slavery was a part of Sotterleys
history from the turn of the 18th century and
lasted for over 160 years. Hear the voices
and visit the places where African Ameri-
cans lived and labored. Hear the stories of
their resistance and their quest for freedom
and learn how research helps us to uncover
these important stories. Advance reserva-
tions only. $15 per person. Limited to 20
people per session. Ages 13 and up. Outdoor
walking required. Purchase tickets online at
www.sotterley.org.
Basket Bingo
St. Marys School (13735 Notre Dame
Place, Bryantown) 6 p.m.
St. Marys School in Bryantown will
host a basket bingo to beneft its Home and
School Association. Doors open at 6 p.m.
Early bird games at 6:45 p.m. Regular games
start at 7 p.m. $20 admission gets you 25
chances to win some great baskets. There
will be a 50/50 raffe, door prizes, and a
grand raffe. Opportunities to win bonus
prizes throughout the evening. Must be at
least 7 years of age to play. Everyone in the
bingo area must have a $20 paid admission.
Food will be available for purchase. Call
Kimberly Bowling at 301-870-1868 for res-
ervations or for more details.
Contra Dance
St. Andrews Episcopal Church Hall (44078
St. Andrews Church Road, California) 7
p.m.
The Southern MD Traditional Music
and Dance Association will sponsor a Con-
tra Dance, featuring caller Greg Frock. Be-
ginners are encouraged to arrive at 7 p.m. for
instruction in this wonderful form of dance.
The dance will begin at 7:30 p.m. Contra is
a traditional American style of social dance
and is a huge amount of fun! If youve ever
danced a Virginia Reel, you have a good idea
how much fun it can be. If you havent, its
about time you tried it! Beginners are more
than welcome, and instruction will be pro-
vided in a very friendly atmosphere. Admis-
sion is $8 for non-SMTMD members, $6 for
members and band members are free. There
will be an ice cream social following the
dance. For more information please go to
www.smtmd.org.
Sunday, Feb. 12
Peppers Pet Pantry Grand Opening
Peppers Pet Pantry (13372 HG Trueman
Road, Solomons) Noon
Peppers Pet Pantrys Pet Supplies and
Dog Wash will be hosting a grand opening
celebration. Adoptable pets and information
will be available from Greyt Expectations,
PAWS, Friends of Felines, Golden Retriever
Rescue, SMAWL and the Humane Society
of Calvert County. Mr Tom will attend with
his reptiles. There will be samples available
from Beaverdam pet foods and drawings
and giveaways throughout the day. From
1-3 p.m. only The Calvert Well Pet Clinic
will be offering $10 Rabies vaccinations and
$25 microchipping. Paper proof of prior ra-
bies vaccinations required for 3-year tag. All
animals must be leashed or in a carrier. For
more information about the vaccinations and
microchipping, please call the Calvert Well
Pet Clinic at 443-295-7873. Calvert County
pet licenses available. For more information,
please call 410-326-4006.
Myrtle Point Nature Walk
Myrtle Point Park (24050 Patuxent Boule-
vard California) 1 p.m.
Join Bob Boxwell Sunday afternoon
in front of the gates at Myrtle Point Park.
Celebrate Valentines Day early with a heart
healthy hike around the park. We will look
for signs of winter activities, including
the return of the great blue herons to their
rookery.
For more information call Bob at 410-
394-1300, Dudley at 301-475-1858 or e-mail:
dlindsley@verizon.net.
Monday, Feb. 13
Bay Montessori Language Night
Bay Montessori School (20525 Willows
Road, Lexington Park) 6 p.m.
Bay Montessori is located on 13 acres
with six classrooms, developmentally appro-
priate playgrounds and a pool. We give chil-
dren the opportunity to learn at their own
pace in a stimulating environment. Come
see how the Montessori materials are used
to teach language. If you have any questions
or would like to schedule a tour another day
please call 301-737-2421 or email offce@
baymontessori.com.
Tuesday, Feb. 14
My /insert adjective/ Valentine Open
Mic
Calvert Library Prince Frederick (850
Costley Way, Prince Frederick) 7 p.m.
Traditionally, we host a Heart and
Spleen Open Mic. Same deal here - bring
your love/hate poetry, stories, music, im-
prov! Register for a 5-minute slot. For
more information, call 410-535-0291 or
301-855-1862.
Wednesday, Feb. 15
Newcomers and Neighbors Luncheon
La Tabella Restaurant (23154 Wetstone
Lane, California) 11 a.m.
Newcomers and Neighbors of Southern
Maryland will have their monthly luncheon.
Meet n Greet will begin at 10:30 a.m. and
at 11 a.m. a delicious dessert recipe will be
demonstrated. For more information about
the group or to attend this luncheon please
go to www.newcomersofsomd.org or email
NNCSMD@gmail.com.
Thursday, Feb. 16
Lost Towns of the Chesapeake
Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons
Island Road, Solomons) 7 p.m.
The Lost Landmarks Series features
Jane Cox presenting Lost Towns of the
Chesapeake in the auditorium. Cox, Assis-
tant Director for the Lost Towns Archaeol-
ogy Project, will share the fascinating story
of how lost towns are discovered and what
they teach us about the past. The event is
free of charge.
Friday, Feb. 17
Drive-thru or Dine-In Dinner
Great Mills High School Cafeteria (21130
Great Mills Road, Great Mills) 5 p.m.
The GMHS Engineering Club will be
sponsoring a fundraising dinner with food
provided by the Ruddy Duck Bar and Grill.
Meals must be ordered by Tuesday, Feb 14th.
The cost of the meals is $20 and features an
entree and a homemade dessert. The entrees
include Short Ribs, Meatloaf, Seared Salm-
on, and Penne in a Vodka Cream Sauce.
Meals will be brought to waiting cars or you
may dine-in at the intimately chic GMHS
cafeteria where you will be treated with
the fnest wait staff in Southern Maryland.
Order forms and more information can be
found at http://schools.smcps.org/gmhs/en-
gineering-club or by calling Allen Skinner at
240-925-4241. All proceeds from this event
beneft the GMHS Engineering Club and
their quest to attend the 2012 international
Botball Tournament.
Saturday, Feb. 18
Golden Retriever Rescue of Southern
Maryland Celebration
Leonardtown Library (23250 Hollywood
Road, Leonardtown) 10 a.m.
Golden Retriever Rescue of Southern
Maryland will celebrate its ffth year of res-
cuing local goldens in need. The celebra-
tion will include a review of successes to
date, goals for the upcoming year, election
of offcers, recognition of volunteers, a si-
lent auction and refreshments. After a short
break, home visitor and foster family panel
discussions will take place. All golden lovers
are invited to attend. For more information
about the meeting or the rescue, contact res-
cue president, Pat Johnson at 301-994-0132
or visit www.goldenretrieverrescueofsouth-
ernmaryland.org.
Thursday, February 9, 2012
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The County Times is always looking for more local talent to feature!
To submit art or band information for our entertainment section,
e-mail carriemunn@countytimes.net.
Spend a Sweet Saturday Surrounded by Art
For more Info, Call 410-535-3733
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Doors open at 7:00 p.m. -
Show begins at 8:00 p.m.
Tickets are $25 per person for
advance sales only and $30 at the door.
$15 in advance for students ages 13-18.
Seating is limited.
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Huntingtown High School Auditorium
4125 North Solomons Island Rd.,
Huntingtown, MD
Tickets can be purchased at Educate and Celebrate (Prince Frederick), Floral Expressions (Owings),
CAASA Offce in Prince Frederick, and Lotus Kitchen in Solomons Island
Jeff
Maurer
Tammy
Pescatelli
Show Rating: PG13
Treat your sweetheart
to a romantic dinner at the
Ruddy Duck with our
Gourmet Valentines Day
Specialty Menu available from
Saturday, 2/11 to Tuesday, 2/14.
Specialty menu will be made
available for viewing Tursday, 2/9.
Live Music with the
Dave & Kevin trio on Valentine's Day.
410-FYI-DUCK
(410-394-3825)
www.RuddyDuckBrewery.com
SOLOMONS, MARYLAND Dowell Rd and Route 4
By Carrie Munn
Staff Writer
The creative occupants of The Leonardtown Arts Cen-
ter are opening their doors and their hearts Saturday, Feb. 11.
From 2 to 5 p.m., the center will host Art From the
Heart, an event that welcomes the public to check out the
wealth of artistic works, with 10 percent of all proceeds go-
ing to the American Heart Association.
Drawings for free works of
art, wine courtesy of the Leon-
ardtown Winery, food prepared
by John Spinicchia and the art-
ists, along with tunes provided
by saxophonist Renee Fabian,
will make for a romantic and
enjoyable afternoon.
Find something unique for
your loved one or yourself that
goes beyond the standard Val-
entines Day gifts like fowers
and chocolates. Local artists
paintings, hand-made jewelry
and sculptures will be available
for purchase, and many artists
will be in their studios, avail-
able to talk to about commis-
sioned works, as well as classes
and workshops they offer.
Abundant Spirit creator
Laura Howard said she has
several love and heart-themed
pieces available and welcomes
visitors to come into her work-
space and see how its done.
She offers individual or small
group instruction, allowing
students to make their own
wearable art.
Painter Pam Callen said
shed recently considered of-
fering an entry-level painting
for adults in the pleasant and
unintimidating atmosphere at
the arts center. Several other
artists also offer art classes
for kids and acting technique
classes are
happening at
Missy Bells
Art Shack.
Barbara
Hance will
be offering a
demonst r a-
tion on her
unique metal
clay medium technique the following Satur-
day, Feb. 18, from 1 to 2 p.m.
The Art From the Heart event is the
perfect time for visitors who have never
ventured out to the Arts Center to come see
what its all about, enjoy some fne creations,
food, drink and music. Meet the local artists
and fnd the perfect one-of-a-kind gift for
your sweetheart.
While supporting local art at the event
and beneft, visitors can also check out the
many nearby locally-owned shops and eater-
ies around the Leonardtown Square.
For more information on the event, call
the Arts Center at (301) 475-5775 or contact
Joe Orlando at 301-475-2859 or via email at
joe@fenwickbooks.com.
carriemunn@countytimes.net
Photos By Carrie Munn
Thursday, February 9, 2012
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Financial Advisor
Accepting 2011-12 IRA Contributions
Rollovers & Consolidations
Complimentary Consultation
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Employer/Employee Primary Resource Consultants
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Real Estate
Beautiful views of the Potomac River
from this newly remodeled 3 bedroom, 1
bath rambler in quiet water privileged
community. House has new HVAC, water
heater, windows, siding, doors, appliances,
fooring, roof and shutters. Fenced in back
yard on level lot with one car carport, and
two sheds. Private neighborhood with
shops, restaurants, marinas, and public
fshing nearby. Public boat ramp and
community beach access within walking
distance. Patuxent River Navel Base, as
well as main St Marys shopping less then
15 miles. Price: $189,000. Call Gary at
301-994-1395.
Real Estate Rentals
Immaculate 4 bedroom colonial on cul-
de-sac in Cherry Lane Farm bedroom
community with wonderful neighbors
and good schools. Easy commute to
Wash DC, Andrews AFB, & NAS Pax
River. Less than 1 mile from Flag Harbor
Marina! 1+ acre property with a big back
yard. Finished great room over garage
for kids or offce! Partially fnished
basement. Effcient geo-thermal central
heating & air conditioning. 2 1/2 car
garage. Huge deck for entertaining &
cook outs. Washer/Dryer hook-up. Pets
are negotiable. Price: $1850. Email
sharonwkern@comcast.net for more info.
Employment
Super Star Learning Center has an
opening for Pre school teacher. Interested
candidates should have 90 clock hours in
early childhood education and one year
working experience with children. Interested
Candidates can call 301 884 7100.
Accepting applications
to update our list of
qualifed applicants:
CHN/RN/LPN
Transportation Driver
Coordinator Special Programs
Sanitarian/Trainee
Computer Network staff
Outreach Worker
Environmental Aide
Offce Clerk/Assistant
Fiscal Accounts Clerk
St. Marys County
Health Department
PROMOTE HEALTH
Send Resume:
St. Marys
County Health
Department
PO Box 316
Leonardtown,
MD 20650
Fax:
301-475-9425
EOE
Laborer in Flooring
Experience helpful,
but not needed.
Call Richie @ 240-577-1991.
Thursday, February 9, 2012
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CLUES ACROSS
1. Permanently disfgure
5. Demilitarize
10. Flat-bottom crater
14. 6th Jewish month
15. l836 siege of U.S.
16. For in Spanish
17. Bunco games
18. Musical world for the
iPhone
19. Smile
20. Charlottes Webs White
21. His wife became salt
22. For example
23. Perceived
27. Violet-red color
30. Prizefghter Muhammed
31. Dentists group
32. Lowest feudal class
35. Passover feast and
ceremony
38. Netherlands river
42. College teacher
43. Associated press
44. Exist
45. Wyatt __, OK Corral
46. Antlered cervid
47. Church announcement of a
proposed marriage
49. Dried leaves of Catha
edulis
50. Anoint
52. ___ Lilly, drug company
54. Red plus yellow
56. Holy places
59. Exclamation of surprise
60. Million barrels per day
(abbr.)
62. Farm state
63. Hold onto
66. 79504 TX
68. Speed of sound
70. Condition of comfort
71. Blemished skin
72. Wingloke structures
73. Nanosecond (abbr.)
74. Herd of unsheared sheep
75. Castrate a horse
CLUES DOWN
1. Ceremonial staffs
2. Sun-dried brick
3. 007s creator
4. Married woman
5. Obstruct
6. 12th Jewish month
7. Opposite of minored
8. Leave out
9. Twice Pres. of Harvard,
Derek
10. Gas usage measurement
11. Swiss river
12. Spirit in The Tempest
13. Kitchen stove
24. Crocus spice
25. Raised railroad track
26. Injure permanently
27. Partial paralysis (pl.)
28. School in Newark, DE
29. Individual baking dish
32. Democratic Party of
Germany
33. Poetic word for before
34. Eggs of a fsh
36. Environmental Protec.
Agency
37. One point N of due E
39. Express pleasure
40. Macaws
41. Seaport (abbr.)
48. Tagging the base runner
51. Inspector General
53. City of Angels
54. Made from an Oak tree
55. So. Am. ratites
57. Thai money in 1928
58. Expressed pleasure
60. Nutmeg seed covering
spice
61. Small indefnite quantity
64. Between E and SE
65. Chest muscle (slang)
66. Used for hitting the ball
67. Tooth caregiver
68. Military Aircraft Group
69. Brew
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27 The County Times
By Linda Reno
Contributing Writer
In April 1754
Sergeant John Wills
of the Virginia Regiment
was at Charlotte Hall recruit-
ing troops for the French and
Indian War. It didnt go very
well and complaint was made
to Governor Horatio Sharpe.
Sgt. Wills said he was at the house of William
Harris near the Cool Spring where he enlisted Wil-
liam Bullock and William Tub, but Mr. Harris and
others convinced the recruits not to go with him and
one of them seized him by the throat and took his
cutlass from him to oblige him to discharge them
which he did, being overpowered, and received
back the enlisting money.
This could have been the end of it, but Sgt.
Wills then said that Gerrard Jordan drank [to]
the Pretenders health, damned him that would
not pledge him, and huzzaed for the Tartan Plaid
& White cockade; that he also sang several dis-
loyal songs and was joined by Joseph Broadway
and others; that they damned King Georges sol-
diers and said that they had no business to fght
for himSgt. Wills seized his halbert and made
a pass at Jordan, by which means he cleared the
house of the rioters, locked the doors and placed
some other recruits as sentinels, and that he
was obliged to keep in the house from about one
oclock in the afternoon til the evening when some
gentlemen coming by reprimanded the mob who
had all that time beset the house with clubs and
stones.
The Committee of Grievances and Courts of
Justice for the General Assembly recommended to
Governor Sharp as follows: It being represented
to your Committee, that several Papists in St.
Marys County have made great opposition to the
enlisting men for his Majestys Service, in order
to march to the Ohio, to repel the Invasion of the
French and Indians in Alliance with them, and
offered many insults to the recruiting offcer, as
appears by a copy of the deposition of Serjeant
WillisYour Committee therefore humbly con-
ceives that such conduct and behaviour of the
Papists, at this critical Juncture, joind with their
known disaffection to his Majestys Government,
heretofore often manifested, requires the consid-
eration of your Honourable House, that some ef-
fectual Means may be used to secure this part of
his Majestys Dominion, against our domestic as
well as foreign Enemies.
On May 30, 1754 Governor Sharpe issued a
proclamation offering a reward for the arrest of Jor-
dan (20 pounds) and Broadway (10 pounds).
I found this very interesting because to fnd a
Jordan who was a Catholic was like fnding a Pope
who was Protestant so I began to investigate a little
further.
On October 26, 1753 Thomas Reeder deposed
that his overseer, a professed Roman Catholic,
told him that Richard Ellis (a Jesuit Priest) was re-
quiring an oath of Protestants marrying Catholics
that they would raise any children in the Catholic
faith. The overseer told Reeder he saw Father El-
lis administer the oath to Gerard Jordan and then
perform the marriage between Jordan and Mildred
Mahoney (Catholic).
To be continued.
A Journey Through Time A Journey Through Time
The Chronicle
of an
Aimless
Mind
Wanderings
Forever is
Only for Today
By Shelby Oppermann
Contributing Writer
Id like to mention how nice it was to meet Captain John Smith
and his lovely wife Pocahontas when they stopped by my shop last Fri-
day; A cute way they introduced themselves. What an enjoyable visit
on what would become a life-changing day. And Barbara, I still want to
see examples of your hand-painted china. Im hoping you feel the spark
of inspiration in unexpected moments, and let those feelings take hold
and take off. Today is the day, and today is the only day we can actually
be sure of anything, even though we, as humans, continually plan out
our futures with bright hopes. Which is why I really want to come back
as a dog next time, so I live only for each moment and for the next new,
dazzling smell on the horizon.
This is just one of those times I dont know where to start or how
to write what I want to say. I thought I would start my day with some
comfort food. I hadnt had my old favorite Cream of Wheat in maybe
a year. I was so looking forward to its rich, creamy taste and texture.
Even Tidbit was happily licking her lips and wagging her tail when she
saw the familiar red and white box with a picture of a kindly old gentle-
man emerge from the pantry. After the water reached the boil, I slowly
poured in the light fakes, began to stironly to see moths doing the
backstroke in MY Cream of Wheat. I guess a trip to True Value is in
store for me today (Im always looking for some kind of excuse to go
in there anyway) to buy more Rubbermaid pantry storage containers.
Shortly before Christmas, my Mother-in-law Shirley left our home
to make a trip to Florida to spend the holidays with her youngest daugh-
ter Paula and her family. Even at 83, Shirley is a go-getter. All some-
one has to say is: You want to go to Florida, Vermont, Hawaii, watch
several grand or great grand children, bake for the church, help at a
church function, preside over an installation for the American Legions
Womens Auxiliary, or shop at a department store, and she is packed,
dressed, and ready. I hope I am this willing to serve and travel at 83. All
that Shirley does makes me tired writing about it.
Shirley has lived with us for ten years, having moved in the week
of our wedding, because her husband Lou passed away the week before.
No one knew how this would work, but it was what had to be done, and
it just was. It was great for me because Shirley liked to do all the things
my Mother never did. We went to yard sales, bake sales, craft sales,
interesting shops, and ganged up on my husband when he aggravated
us too much (most of the time). He has a habit of passing by his Mother
when she is engrossed in a TV show and sticking his fnger in her ear.
No, I dont know why. Family tradition I guess.
Im not trying to paint a completely rosy picture. No household
where two adult women live together is going to be perfect. But we
never raised voices, and Shirley never interfered with my husbands and
my relationship. So all in all, we got along remarkably well. I got so used
to Shirley just always being here. All that changed last Friday night. My
husband received a call from his sister in Florida, that his mother had
likely suffered a stroke. This was after taking a fall there a few weeks
earlier which fractured a bone in her arm requiring surgery and rehab. It
was found that a major stroke had occurred. My husband, his daughter,
and his oldest brother were available and able to fy out, and along with
their sister Paulato give their Mother all the strength and love that is
possible, with my husbands two other sisters, and families sending a
strong force of love and support from here in Maryland. They are a tight
family. Other more damaging effects of the stroke quickly developed
leading to transfer from the hospital, off life support, and to hospice
care. She is still with us as of this writing but I dont know for how long.
Her fve children, many grandchildren, and great grandchildren can be
sure that her love for them was the most important focus in her life. She
lived for them. I have my crying jags when I go downstairs to load the
woodstove, and fnd myself turning in a circle to look at all her things
and thinking that I wont get a chance to see her alive one more time.
But then realize I did, we all did, and I also realize that she is now on her
greatest adventure after a life of good deeds, and total loveand she
is packed and ready.
To each lifes new adventure,
Shelby
Please send your comments or ideas to: shelbys.wanderings@yahoo.com
Library
items
Meet Frederick Douglass!
The public is invited to travel back in time
and meet Frederick Douglass at the Black His-
tory Month celebration on Feb. 18 at 1:30 p.m.
at Lexington Park Library. Professional story-
teller Walter Jones will portray Frederick Dou-
glass frst as a motherless slave child who taught
himself to read and write and then as a daring
young man who risked his life and limb as he
plots his escape to freedom. His performance
will also include music. Light refreshments will
be served. St. Marys County Branch NAACP,
Unifed Committee for Afro-American Contri-
butions and the Minority Outreach Coalition
are co-sponsors. This free program will not
only be entertaining but educational and inspir-
ing for young and old.
Changes coming to librarys online catalog
Starting Feb. 13, the librarys online cata-
log, COSMOS, will have a new look and of-
fer many new features to improve searching
and provide several new conveniences for the
user. One of the new features is the ability to
easily narrow the search by material type, au-
thor, publication dates, and even by library plus
search both library items and magazine articles
simultaneously.
Libraries offering free training for childcare
providers
The libraries are offering free Every Child
Ready to Read training to childcare providers
at Charlotte Hall branch on Feb. 16 at 6:30 p.m.
and at Lexington Park branch on Feb. 23 at 6
p.m. The providers will learn simple activities
they can do every day to help children in their
care get ready to read. Providers will earn two
CEUs. Registration is required.
Adults can enjoy coffee and conversation
Adults can come for coffee and engaging
conversation at the new adult program, Books,
Coffee, and Conversation. It will be held at
the Leonardtown branch on Feb. 13 at 1 p.m.,
the Lexington Park branch on Feb. 21 at 10:30
a.m. and the Charlotte Hall branch on Feb. 23 at
10:30 a.m. No registration is necessary.
Kids LEGO programs and computer class
offered
On Feb. 17 children ages 3-6 can build
LEGO creations at Charlotte Hall branch at 10
a.m. and at Leonardtown at 1 p.m. and children
ages 6 and older can attend at 2 p.m. at both
branches.
Children ages 7-12 and their parents can
register for an Introduction to Word class at
Lexington Park branch on Feb. 23 at 6 p.m.
They will learn to open, create, format, print
and save documents in Word 2010.
Libraries celebrate Dr. Seusss birthday
Stories, songs and fun activities related to
Dr. Seuss will be featured at his birthday cele-
bration on Feb. 25 at Leonardtown at 10:30 a.m.
and on Mar. 3 at Charlotte Hall at 10:30 a.m.
and Lexington Park at 2 p.m. The event is free
but registration is required.
Thursday, February 9, 2012
28 The County Times
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SENIOR LIVING
Visit the Department of Agings website at www.stmarysmd.com/agingfor the most up-todate information.
St. Marys
Dept of Aging
Programs and Activities
Gifted Hands-The Ben Carson Sto-
ry movie
On Tuesday, February 14, at 12:30
p.m., the movie Gifted Hands - The
Ben Carson Story will be shown at the
Northern Senior Activity Center. It stars
Academy Award winner Cuba Gooding
Jr. and is based on the life story of world-
renowned neurosurgeon Ben Carson who
is known for his great accomplishments
despite unfavorable odds as a child. Walk
ins are welcome.
Try Your Hand at Penny Bingo
Bring a bunch of pennies (around $5
worth) to Loffer Senior Activity Center
on Wednesday, February 15 at 10:30 a.m.
and see if you can increase your fortune!
Penny bingo is where you use pennies for
markers on the cards and whoever wins
the bingo gets all the pennies that are on
everyone elses cards! No need to sign up
- just come on in! For more information
call, 301.737.5670, ext. 1658.
A Presidents Day Cabin Fever Party
Join us for a viewing of The Lin-
coln Assassination an A&E production
that explores the mystery surrounding
this assassination on Tuesday, Febru-
ary 21 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m at the
Garvey Senior Activity Center. At noon,
we will serve lunch refecting traditional
American cuisine. Following lunch we
will play American President trivia. The
cost of the lunch is donation for those 60
and older and $5.00 for others. Sign up is
required in advance by noon Friday, Feb-
ruary 17. To make your reservation call,
301.475.4200 ext. 1050.
Two Overnight Trips Later This Year!
The St. Marys County Dept. of Ag-
ing and Human Services is sponsoring
two exciting trips:
Myrtle Beach; October 4-7, 2012; 3
nights in ocean front room at Ocean Reef
Resort; 3 breakfasts; 3 full course din-
ners; shopportunities, 2 full-length shows,
plenty of time to relax on the beach: $660
pp double occupancy. For more informa-
tion call Shellie at 301.737.5670, ext. 1655
or email: sheila.graziano@stmarysmd.
com . New York City Holiday Tour; De-
cember 7-9, 2012; 3 days/2 nights, 2 con-
tinental breakfasts, 2 family style din-
ners, 2 shows (The Nutcracker at Lincoln
Center and The Rockettes at Radio Center
Music Hall), guided food and history tour
of West Village, holiday decorations tour:
$900 pp double occupancy. For more in-
formation call Joyce at 301.737.5670, ext.
1656 or email: joyce.raum@stmarysmd.
com.
Lofer Senior Activity Center 301-737-5670, ext. 1652; Garvey Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4200, ext. 1050;
NorthernSenior Activity Center, 301-475-4002, ext. 1001; Ridge NutritionSite, 301-475-4200, ext. 1050.
Sadly, many seniors and "vulnerable
adults" are targets of scams ranging from
sweepstake offers to scams involving home
medical equipment. telemarketertelemar-
ketertelemarketertelemarketertelemar-
ketertelemarketertelemarketerFast-talking
telemarketers, phony charities, fy-by-night
home repair contractors, and shady invest-
ment advisors prey on the trustworthi-
ness that make many older citizens a tar-
get in the eyes of unscrupulous criminals.
Hugh Williams, with the State of Mary-
land Offce of the Attorney General, will
instruct you on ways to spot the common
warning signs of scams and fraud in order
to protect yourself and your loved ones on
Thursday, February 16 at
New Towne Village
in Leonardtown,
MD. Received
any question-
able phone
calls or let-
ters by
mail late-
ly? Bring
them in
and have Mr. Williams use his expertise to decipher if they
are legitimate. For more information contact, Jennifer Hunt
at 301.475.4200 ext. 1073.
Fraud Seminar presented by the
Fraud Unit, State of Maryland,
Offce of the Attorney General
Thursday, February 9, 2012
29 The County Times
SENIOR LIVING
Tools For
Planning
Your Future
Long-Term Care
Awareness Conference
Coming March 13th
The conference will provide attendees with
the tools needed to plan for access to long-term
care in their future. A series of professional speak-
ers will present key elements on topics including:
a legal overview of Public and Private Guardian-
ship; long-term care funding; Medicare at age 65;
understanding services in long-term care facilities,
life in a nursing facility, planning for wellness; and
exercise and aging with tai chi. The program will
conclude with guidelines for self development of an
individual plan of care. Conference date is Tuesday,
March 13, 2012, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the James A.
Forrest Career & Technology Center, 24005 Point
Lookout Road, Leonardtown. Cost $20 per person;
plus $5 if CEUs needed. Contact Kathy Goodspeed
or Mindy Carter (301-475-4200, ext. 1050) for a reg-
istration form. Preregistration a must, deadline is
Friday, March 9th.
Attention worthy entertainers: Have you got talent? Would you like to audition for one of the performers slots in our
upcoming Cabaret Night? Open auditions will be held at Northern Senior Activity Center on Friday, March 9 from 2-5
p.m. A panel of four judges will watch your act and decide whether or not you make the cut. Auditions are open to any
person or group of entertainers over the age of 21. Be prepared to complete your audition in 2-5 minutes. If you need music
for accompaniment a CD player is available. A keyboard (but not a piano) will be available for your use at the audition and
on Cabaret night, but you will need to provide (or be) your own accompanist. Sign up for the auditions by calling any of
the senior activity centers before Feb. 11. For questions or to sign up call Jennifer Hunt at 301.475.4200 ext. 1073.
Serve approximately 30 hours per week and receive $5,900 paid out in bi-weekly installments throughout the pro-
gram year. AmeriCorps members directly serve in their community. Position requires that the member serve with St.
Mary's County Dept. of Aging's nutrition program and complete additional AmeriCorps requirements. Member will
serve lunch to seniors residing in a local senior housing facility in Leonardtown and assist with the Meals on Wheels
program. Hours are fexible, generally, M - F, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Upon successful completion of the program year member
will receive an education award of $2,675.
For additional information about the position please contact Alice Allen at 301-475-4200, Ext. 1063. For additional
information about AmeriCorps position requirements please contact Michelle Bard at 410-535-0817.
Seeking Entertainers
for Cabaret Night
AmeriCorps Position Available
Thursday, February 9, 2012
30 The County Times
Sp rts
By Keith McGuire
Contributing Writer
What the heck is winter fshing? When
I was younger and the winters were more
harsh than they have been in recent years, we
called it ice fshing. In 2012, conditions are
quite a bit different. It isnt cold like Canada,
but there are fsh biting.
Now is a good time to fsh for crappie
in local lakes and tributaries where theres
fresh water. Yellow Perch are just begin-
ning to start their spawning run in some lo-
cally favored spots, although those catching
them are fairly tight-lipped about their actual
locations. Because of the warm conditions,
Maryland DNR is starting their trout stock-
ing program early this year, so the put and
take ponds like the ones at Gilbert Run and
Myrtle Grove should be stocked soon. Check
their website for stocking schedules.
Another fsh to try for is chain pickerel.
The Coastal Conservation Association
of Maryland is sponsoring a catch and release
contest through March 15th called The Tidal
Pickerel Challenge. Local tackle shops in
key areas of the state are help-
ing CCA MD with the event
by sponsoring teams to
compete for prizes. Our local
shop, The Tackle Box, is one of the
sponsors. Heres how it works.
Local anglers register at The Tackle
Box and become part of its team in the chal-
lenge. Awards are given for largest pickerel
and most net inches, and are presented to
both individuals and the winning tackle shop
team(s). Judging is done based on photos in
the catch and release event. The Tackle Box
team will match up against stiff competition
from other tackle shops throughout the state.
There is no limit to the number of anglers
on a team, so the more the better. Fish at
your leisure and then record and report your
catch to contribute to your teams success.
Anglers can obtain their offcial ruler and
contest rules at The Tackle Box, 22035 Three
Notch Road in Lexington Park.
Some of us are new to pickerel fshing.
To help us out, local light tackle guide, Capt.
Brady Bounds, offers this advice.
Any creek or stream that harbors yel-
low perch should hold pickerel. The head of
the creeks where they become feeder streams
are best. On the Patuxent, look in creeks
above Benedict and perhaps the main river
above Waysons Corner. You may also fnd
them near the headwaters of other creeks
such as Battle Creek, St. Leonard Creek,
Mill Creek, Cuckold Creek, St. Thomas
Creek, Cat Creek, Washington Creek, Trent
Hall Creek and Indian Creek. On the Po-
tomac side, consider the St Marys River
where it becomes marsh. Other likely places
for pickerel include Breton Bay where it be-
comes MacIntosh Run, the head of St Cle-
ments Bay in marsh up to Rte 234, Wicomico
River up to Rte 234 at Chaptico Creek and
Allens Fresh Run, Port Tobacco River in
the marsh and canals, Nanjemoy Creek, the
headwaters of Mattawoman Creek, and Pis-
cataway Creek at Fort Washington. Fishing
the high tide is best in winter and also along
sunny shorelines in water that is three to six
feet in depth.
The helpful people at The Tackle Box
will make sure you are well armed with the
right tackle and bait.
The good news is that you wont have
to chop a hole through the ice to fnd fsh this
winter. At least I think thats good news!
riverdancekeith@hotmail.com.
Keith has been a recreational angler
on the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries
for over 50 years; he fshes weekly from his
small boat during the season, and spends
his free time supporting local conservation
organizations.
Winter Fishing
Angler Angler
The Ordinary
Photo Courtesy of the MD DNR Website
By Ronald N. Guy Jr.
Contributing Writer
And there the other
woman goes, off into the
cold February sunset. We
will miss her. She creates
conversation among friends,
forces Sunday to be rest-
ful and warms us through
winters encroachment. She
asks for nothing in return,
beyond a paid television
bill, and consistently deliv-
ers a riveting thrill ride.
Her departure could trigger
despair, but the true sporting gigolo spends not a sec-
ond bemoaning the NFLs departure and quickly moves
on to the other objects of his affection. Lets see, what
do we have here? College basketball is heating up and
baseball returns in short order. Speaking of baseball,
last week Americas pastime shoved its way on to the
front pages well ahead of the offcial return of the boys
of summer. Its said that any press is good press. Not
this time.
Josh Hamilton, star outfelder for the Texas Rang-
ers, competed with the Super Bowl for national head-
lines last week. Hamilton had apparently had a few
adult beverages at a Dallas watering hole last Monday
night. Normally an athlete has to do far more than just
use alcohol to make a blip on the medias radar these
days. Run-ins with
the law, domestic
abuse, illegal drug use and twitter meltdowns are the
bar that has to be cleared. Quietly having a few drinks
isnt typically newsworthy. Josh Hamilton is atypical,
though.
Hamilton, the ultra-talented #1 overall pick in the
1999 draft, nearly ruined his career amidst rampant
drug and alcohol use before he ever played a game in
the majors. Hamilton got clean, debuted in the big
leagues with the Reds in 2007 and subsequently found
a home with the Rangers in 2008. Since arriving in
Texas, Hamilton has won a Most Valuable Player Award
(2010) and has led the Rangers to two straight American
League pennants.
Like most alcoholics and drug addicts, though, life
for Hamilton is not all homeruns and cheering crowds;
he remains a work-in-progress and there have been hic-
cups one in 2008 in addition to this recent relapse - in
his sobriety. Hamilton got out ahead of the current situ-
ation by notifying the Rangers, his employer, and, no
doubt, his family and friends immediately. Hamilton,
because of the fame that accompanies what he does, had
to take another step: a damage-controlling press con-
ference. And so, there was Hamilton, just a few hours
beyond a regretful night, standing naked before the na-
tion confessing his sins and reaffrming his dedication
to sobriety. It was a saddening scene - not because of
anything Hamilton did (hes to be commended) but that
it was necessary in the frst place.
There is a growing and disconcerting tendency to
confuse the famous with the infamous. The famous
are capable of extraordinary acts. The infamous cre-
ate a buzz from outrageous acts or some oddly popu-
lar, frivolous concept. For example, President Obama
is famous. Steve Jobs was famous. Tom Brady is
famous. Josh Hamilton is famous. The Jersey Shore
cast, the Kardashians and the latest reality show stars
are not famous; theyre infamous. What the famous
and infamous have in common, and what creates the
confusion, is that theyve all distinguished themselves
from the masses. However, the infamous continue to be
relevant only through their ability to behave controver-
sially. This relevance-equation and the infamous very
existence in the headlines speaks to some insatiable
thirst within society for unstable, nefarious individuals
failing spectacularly. Perhaps the train wrecks make
us feel better about ourselves or satisfy a jealous inabil-
ity to feel genuine happiness for those whove attained
perceived fame. The problem is the truly famous, those
whose achievements are likely through nothing more
than an innocent possession of talent, hard work and
dedication to their craft, get the same cutthroat treat-
ment from the press and public as the infamous. Josh
Hamilton was merely the latest victim.
The requirement for Hamilton to publicly air his
failings says more about us than it does his ongoing per-
sonal battle. He didnt owe us an explanation or an apol-
ogy. If you think he did, ask yourself whyand ponder
whether youd like to live to the same standards of the
fshbowl through which hes observed.
Send comments to rguyjoon@yahoo.com
BleaChers
A View From The
The Under-Belly
of Fame
Thursday, February 9, 2012
30 The County Times
Sp rts
By Keith McGuire
Contributing Writer
What the heck is winter fshing? When
I was younger and the winters were more
harsh than they have been in recent years, we
called it ice fshing. In 2012, conditions are
quite a bit different. It isnt cold like Canada,
but there are fsh biting.
Now is a good time to fsh for crappie
in local lakes and tributaries where theres
fresh water. Yellow Perch are just begin-
ning to start their spawning run in some lo-
cally favored spots, although those catching
them are fairly tight-lipped about their actual
locations. Because of the warm conditions,
Maryland DNR is starting their trout stock-
ing program early this year, so the put and
take ponds like the ones at Gilbert Run and
Myrtle Grove should be stocked soon. Check
their website for stocking schedules.
Another fsh to try for is chain pickerel.
The Coastal Conservation Association
of Maryland is sponsoring a catch and release
contest through March 15th called The Tidal
Pickerel Challenge. Local tackle shops in
key areas of the state are help-
ing CCA MD with the event
by sponsoring teams to
compete for prizes. Our local
shop, The Tackle Box, is one of the
sponsors. Heres how it works.
Local anglers register at The Tackle
Box and become part of its team in the chal-
lenge. Awards are given for largest pickerel
and most net inches, and are presented to
both individuals and the winning tackle shop
team(s). Judging is done based on photos in
the catch and release event. The Tackle Box
team will match up against stiff competition
from other tackle shops throughout the state.
There is no limit to the number of anglers
on a team, so the more the better. Fish at
your leisure and then record and report your
catch to contribute to your teams success.
Anglers can obtain their offcial ruler and
contest rules at The Tackle Box, 22035 Three
Notch Road in Lexington Park.
Some of us are new to pickerel fshing.
To help us out, local light tackle guide, Capt.
Brady Bounds, offers this advice.
Any creek or stream that harbors yel-
low perch should hold pickerel. The head of
the creeks where they become feeder streams
are best. On the Patuxent, look in creeks
above Benedict and perhaps the main river
above Waysons Corner. You may also fnd
them near the headwaters of other creeks
such as Battle Creek, St. Leonard Creek,
Mill Creek, Cuckold Creek, St. Thomas
Creek, Cat Creek, Washington Creek, Trent
Hall Creek and Indian Creek. On the Po-
tomac side, consider the St Marys River
where it becomes marsh. Other likely places
for pickerel include Breton Bay where it be-
comes MacIntosh Run, the head of St Cle-
ments Bay in marsh up to Rte 234, Wicomico
River up to Rte 234 at Chaptico Creek and
Allens Fresh Run, Port Tobacco River in
the marsh and canals, Nanjemoy Creek, the
headwaters of Mattawoman Creek, and Pis-
cataway Creek at Fort Washington. Fishing
the high tide is best in winter and also along
sunny shorelines in water that is three to six
feet in depth.
The helpful people at The Tackle Box
will make sure you are well armed with the
right tackle and bait.
The good news is that you wont have
to chop a hole through the ice to fnd fsh this
winter. At least I think thats good news!
riverdancekeith@hotmail.com.
Keith has been a recreational angler
on the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries
for over 50 years; he fshes weekly from his
small boat during the season, and spends
his free time supporting local conservation
organizations.
Winter Fishing
Angler Angler
The Ordinary
Photo Courtesy of the MD DNR Website
By Ronald N. Guy Jr.
Contributing Writer
And there the other
woman goes, off into the
cold February sunset. We
will miss her. She creates
conversation among friends,
forces Sunday to be rest-
ful and warms us through
winters encroachment. She
asks for nothing in return,
beyond a paid television
bill, and consistently deliv-
ers a riveting thrill ride.
Her departure could trigger
despair, but the true sporting gigolo spends not a sec-
ond bemoaning the NFLs departure and quickly moves
on to the other objects of his affection. Lets see, what
do we have here? College basketball is heating up and
baseball returns in short order. Speaking of baseball,
last week Americas pastime shoved its way on to the
front pages well ahead of the offcial return of the boys
of summer. Its said that any press is good press. Not
this time.
Josh Hamilton, star outfelder for the Texas Rang-
ers, competed with the Super Bowl for national head-
lines last week. Hamilton had apparently had a few
adult beverages at a Dallas watering hole last Monday
night. Normally an athlete has to do far more than just
use alcohol to make a blip on the medias radar these
days. Run-ins with
the law, domestic
abuse, illegal drug use and twitter meltdowns are the
bar that has to be cleared. Quietly having a few drinks
isnt typically newsworthy. Josh Hamilton is atypical,
though.
Hamilton, the ultra-talented #1 overall pick in the
1999 draft, nearly ruined his career amidst rampant
drug and alcohol use before he ever played a game in
the majors. Hamilton got clean, debuted in the big
leagues with the Reds in 2007 and subsequently found
a home with the Rangers in 2008. Since arriving in
Texas, Hamilton has won a Most Valuable Player Award
(2010) and has led the Rangers to two straight American
League pennants.
Like most alcoholics and drug addicts, though, life
for Hamilton is not all homeruns and cheering crowds;
he remains a work-in-progress and there have been hic-
cups one in 2008 in addition to this recent relapse - in
his sobriety. Hamilton got out ahead of the current situ-
ation by notifying the Rangers, his employer, and, no
doubt, his family and friends immediately. Hamilton,
because of the fame that accompanies what he does, had
to take another step: a damage-controlling press con-
ference. And so, there was Hamilton, just a few hours
beyond a regretful night, standing naked before the na-
tion confessing his sins and reaffrming his dedication
to sobriety. It was a saddening scene - not because of
anything Hamilton did (hes to be commended) but that
it was necessary in the frst place.
There is a growing and disconcerting tendency to
confuse the famous with the infamous. The famous
are capable of extraordinary acts. The infamous cre-
ate a buzz from outrageous acts or some oddly popu-
lar, frivolous concept. For example, President Obama
is famous. Steve Jobs was famous. Tom Brady is
famous. Josh Hamilton is famous. The Jersey Shore
cast, the Kardashians and the latest reality show stars
are not famous; theyre infamous. What the famous
and infamous have in common, and what creates the
confusion, is that theyve all distinguished themselves
from the masses. However, the infamous continue to be
relevant only through their ability to behave controver-
sially. This relevance-equation and the infamous very
existence in the headlines speaks to some insatiable
thirst within society for unstable, nefarious individuals
failing spectacularly. Perhaps the train wrecks make
us feel better about ourselves or satisfy a jealous inabil-
ity to feel genuine happiness for those whove attained
perceived fame. The problem is the truly famous, those
whose achievements are likely through nothing more
than an innocent possession of talent, hard work and
dedication to their craft, get the same cutthroat treat-
ment from the press and public as the infamous. Josh
Hamilton was merely the latest victim.
The requirement for Hamilton to publicly air his
failings says more about us than it does his ongoing per-
sonal battle. He didnt owe us an explanation or an apol-
ogy. If you think he did, ask yourself whyand ponder
whether youd like to live to the same standards of the
fshbowl through which hes observed.
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Realistically, sugar comes to us in many different forms and
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these forms, than sugar itself.
We all know those sugary desserts, cookies, and candies
are not health foods; but fruits and whole grains are
healthy right?
Fruits are a health food no doubt but there is a point
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