Last Day of July--Can August be as Hot?

Let's hope for a little relief--in the humidity at least! Every evening lately I have waited for the sun to go down behind those trees, so I could do some more outside work.

The answer to question #6 was Maynard G. Krebbs. This next one is easy.
 
7. Liar, liar.

    A. You're a liar
    B. Your nose is growing
    C. Pants on fire
    D. Join the choir
    E. Jump up higher
    F. On the wire
    G. I'm telling Mom

More Memory Test for Seniors

Here is question #6 on our list. It's a little harder than some have been!

6. Before he was the Skipper's Little Buddy, Bob Denver was Dobie's friend...

    A. Stuart Whitman
    B. Randolph Scott
    C. Steve Reeves
    D. Maynard G Krebbs
    E. Corky B. Dork
    F. Dave the Whale
    G. Zippy Zoo


Looking forward to seeing several of you next week in Springfield!

July 27th is an Important Day

You'll wonder where the yellow went, when you brush your teeth with Pepsodent.  Watch for question #6 soon.

Today we want to share this important message concerning Federal benefits.

National Call Congress, President Obama Day:  Politicians in D.C. are plotting new attacks on federal workers in closed-door budget talks. NARFE members did not cause our deficit – we MUST BE HEARD.  On Wednesday, July 27^th, President Beaudoin implores each member to call President Obama, your two senators and your representative, and let your views be known.  Your representatives in Washington are making decisions that will affect your benefits and retirement even as you read this.

Toll Free Phone Numbers:  The toll free number for the White House is 1-888-225-8418.  The toll free number to reach the Capitol switchboard is 1-866-220-0044.  You will need to ask for your legislators by name or provide your ZIP Code.

Message:  Once connected to your lawmaker’s office, NARFE members should say:

• “My name is __________________, and I live in (name city/town). I am a federal retiree (or worker).

• Don’t single us out by making more cuts to the retirement and health benefits we earned through years of serving the public.

• Federal workers and retirees have already sacrificed pay and benefits.”

Whether you speak to a staff person or leave a recorded message, request that your lawmaker respond in writing to your phone call. For that reason, be sure to leave your mailing address.  Contact only your own representative and two senators. Lawmakers will disregard your message if you are not a voting constituent.

Next Question

Good night Chet is the answer to the last question. Here's the one for today:

You'll wonder where the yellow went...
    A. When you use Tide
    B. When you lose your crayons
    C. When you clean your tub
    D. If you paint the room blue
    E. If you buy a soft water tank
    F. When you use Lady Clairol
    G. When you brush your teeth with Pepsodent

We are now up to 23 who are attending the get-together in Springfield. It will be good to see everyone!

Hope everybody is keeping cool!

Today's Trivia and More

We have found the enemy and he is us! That is the answer to our last trivia question.

Here is the new one for today.

4. Good night David.

    A. Good night Chet
    B. Sleep well
    C. Good night Irene
    D.. Good night Gracie
    E. See you later alligator
    F.. Until tomorrow
    G. Good night Steve

Everyone should have received an e-mail today about the Summer Celebration on Aug. 2nd. We have 17 planning to attend at this time. It should be a fun day!

Answer to question and MORE!

Of course, Muhammed Ali was Cassius Clay first.

Here is the next brain teaser:

. Pogo, the comic strip character said, 'We have met the enemy and...

    A. It's you
    B. He is us
    C. It's the Grinch
    D. He wasn't home
    E. He's really me an
    F. We quit
    G. He surrendered

I am also including an article from NARFE expressing concern about our COLA's. You may want to make some contacts concerning this.

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: NARFE National Headquarters <gems@narfe.org>
Date: Fri, Jul 8, 2011 at 2:30 PM
Subject: NARFE Legislative Hotline - PROTECT YOUR COLA !

WASHINGTON COULD COST YOU HUNDREDS A YEAR – CALL NOW!

You may have seen it in the news: As part of the big budget agreement, leaders in Washington are considering altering the way cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) are calculated in Social Security. But what you may not know is that a similar change could affect YOU and your federal retirement annuity. If Congress changes the way COLAs are calculated, it could cost you hundreds each year and make it harder to get by in tough times.

Don’t stay silent! Call your members of Congress today. It’s easy and only takes a few minutes. Use the toll-free numbers and follow the simple instructions below:

Step 1: Dial 1-866-220-0044 for the Capitol. Ask the operator to connect you to your representative’s office or supply your ZIP code.

Step 2: Tell the staff person who answers the telephone next where you live so he or she knows you are a constituent, then say:

·             I am a retired/active federal employee who [tell the staff person a little about your work].

·             I am calling because I want to voice my opposition to any attempt to change the way cost-of-living adjustments in the federal retirement program are calculated.

·             IF RETIREE – A COLA change would squeeze millions of middle-class federal retirees like me – cutting our already-thin fixed income – and potentially forcing seniors to choose between paying health-care premiums and buying groceries and gas.

·             IF ACTIVE EMPLOYEE – A COLA change would hurt millions of retired federal workers who protect America, and it would drive qualified, talented public employees out of the federal workforce.

·             We serve (or have served) our country proudly and shouldn’t be unfairly singled out to bear the burden of fixing a budget problem we didn’t create.

Step 3: Hang up, call 1-866-220-0044 again, and ask for one of your Senator’s offices, and repeat the script above. Then, call your other Senator.

Step 4: Call the White House at 1-888-225-8418 – four calls can take less than 10 minutes, so call today!

Next Question

The answer to "What Builds Strong Bodies 12 Ways?" is Wonder Bread. 

Here is your question for today.

2. Before he was Muhammed Ali, he was...
    A. Sugar Ray Robinson
    B. Roy Orbison
    C. Gene Autry
    D. Rudolph Valentino
    E. Fabian
    F. Mickey Mantle
    G. Cassius Clay

Today's Trivia

Found some quotes from the past that will test your memory. We will post some new ones every day or so. Check back often to find the question of the day and the answer to the previous one.


This one was part of a commercial.




    1. What builds strong bodies 12 ways?

    A. Flintstones vitamins
    B. The Buttmaster
    C. Spaghetti
    D. Wonder Bread
    E. Orange Juice
    F. Milk
    G. Cod Liver Oil

Southern Region Holds Summer Meeting

Southern Region IEAFCS met June 30th in Carbondale. The group enjoyed a delicious lunch at the Newell House Bistro Cafe. Changes in Extension and updates on current activities were the topic of the day.

Those present were Martha Speir, Lois Smith, Patti Faughn, Milly Kaiser, Janet Burnett, Ruby Lingle, Rusti Grogan, Carol Schlitt, Martha Winter, Mike Gray, Debbie Gray, Joyce Pyatt, and Joy Richey. It was good to see everyone! Also good to have Mike join us as he recovers from heart surgery!