Norma Jean's Column for Southern Prince George's County

CLINTON COLUMN FOR JANUARY 2, 2003

Yes, it is, it's 2003. Amazing, isn't it? I don't know how many of you senior citizens out there, like me, thought you would never live long enough to see this year happen, but each time a new one comes along, I wonder again why I am still here. Of course, I have no desire to make a change in the situation, understand, but I still wonder. Let's all hope and pray that this year becomes one of the best we have ever seen, in every way, no more snipers, no al queda, and positively no war!!

Today is the day for you to join the group of folks who are the National Association of Retired Federal Employees Chapter 2262. They meet in the banquet room at Tucker's Restaurant on Marlboro Pike at 12 noon, where they first have a nice lunch, and then a meeting. These meetings are always on the first Thursday of the month, and this time they are welcoming some new members. If you would like to become one of those new members, or you are a member already and have no way to get to the meeting, call Bob Jacobs at 301-753-4382.

If you are a retired federal employee, you know that they are giving us a 1.4% increase in our annuity, and this, of course, amounts to $1.40 for each $100 that you already get. If you are not yet a member of NARFE, please think about joining. The more members we have, the more clout we have on Capitol Hill.

During the recent NARFE convention, a resolution was adopted supporting issuance by the postal Service of an Alzheimer's semi-postal stamp, with part of the funds going for research. NARFE has been supporting the Alzheimer's Association for the last five years, and we are excited to see this happen.

The 2003 Retired Federal Employees Handbook has just been published and is completely revised and updated, giving the latest updates and information on policies affecting our retirement benefits, health and life insurance, Medicare and Social Security. If you are interested in ordering one, it is only $9.95 (plus $3.75 S & H) and you can order it through www..fedweek.com/publications/default.asp or call the 24-hour toll-free order line at 888-333-9335. You can also order by mailing to FEDweek, P.O.Box 5519, Glen Allen, VA 23058.

Women in Fellowship, Suitland, is sponsoring its annual Spring Retreat at Sandy Cove in Northeast, from April 17 to 19. Believing GOD for the Impossible will be the theme. There is a fee. For information, call 301-736-498 or 202-678-7027.

Epiphany Episcopal Church is offering classes in hip hop, tap, ballet, and drama for ages 3 to 17 at its parish hall in Forestville. There is a fee. For information, call 301-749-1496 or 703-619-1309.

The MS Wheelchair Maryland committee is seeking female Maryland residents ages 14 to 60 who are dedicated to the empowerment of all people with disabilities. Call 301-657-3283.

Hospice of the Chesapeake offers one on one supportive counseling for those grieving the loss of a loved one in Anne Arundel or Prince George's County. Call 410-987-9129 for A.A.County and 301-490-4500 for Prince George's.

A Christian host family is being sought for a Korean boy, age 16, from mid-January to mid-June. The student has his own medical insurance and money. Call 610-531-7699 or 800-251-4938 if you can help.

Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary is searching for volunteers age 12 and older, to assist in collecting, identifying and counting stream invertebrates that are used to evaluate stream health, on January 10 from 1 to 4 pm. Participants should wear waterproof boots. Reservations are required. Call 410-741-9330.

Age eight and older with an adult can explore stars and construct constellation projectors at Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary on January 11 from 1 to 3 pm. Participants should bring a tall potato chip can. There is a fee and reservations are required. Call 410-741-9330.

Patuxent Research Refuge, North Tract, is opening at 6:30 am on January 5 for biking, hiking, and other recreational uses. Call 410-674-3304 for information

Life's golden age is when the kids are too old to need babysitters, and too young to borrow the car.

Norma Jean Fazenbaker's column can be found in the Clinton Gazette, Prince George's Post, Prince George's Sentinel, and the Enquirer Gazette. You can contact Norma Jean by email - click this link.

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