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Crest Health News

Xin nián kuài lè! That means “Happy New Year” in Chinese. February 5 ushers in the Year of the Pig, a very auspicious year in Chinese culture. Why does the pig represent wealth and good fortune? Perhaps the chubbiness of the pig indicates prosperity.

Or maybe it is because wild boars are known

to be fearless and will

run headlong into any situation, usually winning out in the

end. With pigs held in such high esteem, it may be surprising to learn that the legend concerning the pig is not very flattering.

The legend states that when the Jade Emperor declared that he was selecting animals for

the zodiac, all the animals rushed to his palace to be included. But the pig journeyed slowly, and when he arrived, the gates were shut. However, the other animals pleaded with the Jade Emperor to

let him in. He conceded, and the pig was allowed to enter but was made the last sign of the zodiac. Despite the

pig’s hardships, he still triumphed and was added to the zodiac.

The Chinese New Year’s celebration lasts not for

one day, but for two whole weeks. February 19 brings the five-day-long Lantern Festival. The displaying of lanterns is a major event, and one of the most popular pastimes

of the Lantern Festival

is guessing at riddles. Riddles are written

on lanterns, and the answers to these riddles often involve blessings

for the family and good fortune, reinforcing the major themes of the Chinese New Year.

The Year of the Pig

February 2019

Crest Health Center at Ridgecrest Village

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Davenport, Iowa 52806

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Groundhog Day Meaning, History and Folklore

Groundhog Day

February 2

Chinese New Year February 5

February Birthday Party w/the Wiersons February 8

Down by the Creek Animals

February 13

Valentine’s Day

February 14

Presidents’ Day February 18

Deutsche Polka Bank

February 19

Games with Scouts

February 27

When is Groundhog Day 2019?

Groundhog Day always falls on February 2. This traditionally marks the midpoint between the winter solstice and spring equinox.

Connection to the Weather

Around this time, farmer needed to determine when to plant their crops, so they tried to forecast whether there would be an early spring or a lingering winter.

Sunshine on Candlemas (February 2) was said to indicate the return of winter. Similarly, “when the wind’s in the east on Candlemas Day, there it will stick till the 2nd of May.”

It was not held as a good omen if the day itself was bright and sunny, for that betokened snow and frost to continue to the hiring of the laborers 6 weeks later on Lady Day. If it was cloudy and dark, warmth and rain would thaw out the fields and have them ready for planting.

Our Groundhog Day is a remote survivor of that belied. According to legend, if a groundhog sees its shadow on this day, there will be 6 more weeks of winter; if it doesn’t, then spring is right around the corner.

For Centuries, farmers in France and England looked to a bear; in Germany, they kept their eye on the badger. In the 1800s, German immigrants to Pennsylvania brought the tradition with them. Finding no badgers there, they adopted the groundhog to fit the lore. Pennsylvania’s Punxsutawney Phil has announces spring’s arrival since 1887. Other groundhogs also have carried on the tradition, including Ontario’s Wiarton Willie.

Though we recognize that animal behavior isn’t the only way to judge planting dates, the tradition continues, often with a wink and a smile.

Notable

Quotable

“I am fond of pigs. Dogs look up to us. Cats look down to us. Pigs treat us as equals.”

~ Winston Churchill, former prime minister

of the United Kingdom

Animal Magnetism

Match the Chinese zodiac animal sign to its personality traits.

1. Rat A. Polite and imaginative

2. Snake B. Wise and attractive

3. Rooster C. Intelligent and charming

4. Sheep D. Confident and brave

5. Tiger E. Hard-working and kind-hearted

February Fun Fact

February is one of the most misspelled and mispronounced words in the English language.

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Puzzle of the Month Answer- The letter “r”

SO, WILL THE GROUNDHOG SEE HIS SHADOW?

It depends on whether February 2 is sunny or cloudy!

You say “Goodbye” and I say “Hello”

Crest Health Center Birthdays

Residents

Virginia L. – 2/5

Louise S. – 2/6

Lois R. – 2/10

Roger F. – 2/15

Berniece B. – 2/24

Harvey T. – 2/26

Shirley S. – 2/28

Staff

Yolanda L. – 2/3

Dorie M. – 2/7

Jennifer S. – 2/8

Nancy G. – 2/9

Nikki H. – 2/10

Jeanie C. – 2/10

Tammie P. – 2/10

Abby W. – 2/16

Dawn S. – 2/17

Carla S. – 2/27

February Birthdays

In astrology, those born between February 1–19 are Water Bearers of Aquarius. Water Bearers are deep-thinking intellectuals, unafraid of

new ideas. Their strong sense of community makes them good friends. Those born from February 19–28 are the slippery Fish of Pisces. Selfless Pisces are very wise and empathetic. These deep emotions also

make Pisces talented artists.

Clark Gable (actor) – February 1, 1901

Red Buttons (comedian) – February 5, 1919

Babe Ruth (ballplayer) – February 6, 1895

Jules Verne (author) – February 8, 1828

Jimmy Durante (actor) – February 10, 1893

Galileo Galilei (astronomer) – February 15, 1564

Patty Hearst (kidnapee) – February 20, 1954

Olave Baden-Powell (guide) – February 22, 1889

Steve Jobs (innovator) – February 24, 1955

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“Goodbye” to Nancy Garrow, Director of Nursing

To my dear Crest family,

As I’m sure you have heard, I am stepping down from my posiotion as Director of Nursing. I am feeling the need to spend more time with my family as time marches on. I am NOT leaving Ridgecrest! I will be working part time out in the independent area assuring that residents are well, or I can assist with direction if needed.

I have learned so much in the 25 years working in the health center and made many friends.

Heather Thompson has already begun her training here and will be a great leader.

Thank you so much for your trus and friendship. I will see you again!

Fondly, Nancy

If you see Nancy out and about, be sure to thank her for her service and wish her luck with her new endeavors!

“Hello” to Heather Thompson, Director of Nursing

Heather has been a nurse, spending most of her career in the long term care setting, for 23 years. Her love for this setting began when she was 14 years old. She and her friends would walk to Good Samaritain and volunteer in the activities department whenever she could.

She lives in the small town of Calamus, Iowa (population 400), in the country, about 40 minutes Northwest of Davenport.

Heather has 5 children (4 girls and 1 boy) ranging in age from 8-28. She is also a grandmother of 5, with a 6th on the way!

In addition to nursing, Heather and her husband own a construction company.

Between work, kids, and grandkids she is very busy, but states she would not change that for anything!

If you see Heather out and about, be sure to welcome her to Ridgecrest!

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Puzzle of the Month

What’s that in the fire, and not in the flame? What’s that in the master, and not in the dame?

What’s that in the courtier, and not in the clown? What’s that in the country, and not in the town?

What am I? (Answer on the back page.)

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Will You Be My Valentine?

While we exchange cards and flowers each Valentine’s Day, in Wales, a man carves a wooden “love spoon” for his beloved, decorating it with symbols such as a key (to his heart). Meanwhile, in Iraq, lovers exchange red apples decorated with cloves, representing the story of Adam and Eve.

And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.

1 Corinthians13:13

With Deepest Sympathy

We have loved her in life; let us not forget her after death.

In loving memory of:

Gene Lischer

We would also like to extend our deepest sympathies to

Shirley Schneider, on the loss of her daughter.

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