My Darling Mother DVasha, My Dad J Harmon, Me, Joel aka Joelie and my Zayde

cierca:  1959

Fifty years ago (based on the Hebrew calendar) an exceptional man by the name of Louis “Label” Freedman passed away.  I knew this man by the name, Zayde.  My memories are filled with some extraordinary photos that I can see in the back of my mind.  I remember spending the day with my Baube and Zayde at their small apartment in the city of Detroit (before they moved to the Blackstone Manor in the burbs.)  If I remember correctly their apartment was on the second floor.  When you walked in the door to their unit if you went to the right, it took you to their bedroom, and if you turned to the left, it went into the living room and off the living room was a tiny kitchen.

On the days I spent at their house (while they babysat me) my Zayde and I would take a walk down the street.  At the end of the road, there was a little store that sold pretzel logs, and he would buy me one, and I would pretend to smoke it as he puffed away on his cigar (that he also purchased at the store.)  Next door was a tailor shop, and since my Zayde was a tailor by trade, we would stop in, and the owner of the shop and my Zayde would converse in Yiddish.  On our way back to the apartment he would stop and buy his Yiddish paper, and upon our return, he would sit in his chair and read the paper and fall asleep.

Usually, when I got back to the apartment, I was a tired little girl, and I would often curl up on their “horse haired” couch, and despite the scratchiness of the fabric, I would fall asleep.

Those were the very early days but not too long after that when I turned nine, my Baube died, and Zayde came to live with us for awhile.  He would dress up every day like the Beau Brummel of his time, with a white shirt, bow tie and a suit every day.  He would ask my brother Joel each day, “kenen ir redn eydish” Can you speak Yiddish?  And of course, Joelie always said “abis,” a little!

Since we lived a hectic lifestyle even back in the early 60’s, our home after a while was not suited for “Label’s” needs and he moved to the Home for the Jewish Aged.  How different senior citizens home have come over the years, I remember it being scary to visit him there and yet every Saturday my mother and I would join one or both of her sisters to visit Zayde.  We often would find him sitting on a chair outside of his room or occasionally in the courtyard trying to court a lovely lonely resident.  At 2 pm on Saturday’s, they offered tea and cookies to the residents and their guests in the dining room.  We would sit there and sip tea not from cups but glasses, what a memory!

My memory is still very clear, and I want my sons, nieces, and nephews to know how things have changed but what hasn’t is despite my fear of going to the home I went because I loved my Zayde!

When Zayde died in June 1968, we had only been back in Michigan a very short time, just months.  June was to be an important month with my graduation from high school, my dad’s birthday, my parent’s anniversary and my brother Joel’s return from Europe.  However, life and death, and the celebrations were placed on hold to honor this man who came from Russia and traveled to a foreign country, the United States, to create a life for himself and his bride and daughter.  Upon establishing himself, he returned to his village in Russia only to witness the destruction.  It took him time to relocate his wife who presented him with his second daughter.  Unknown to him when he came to America the first time, my Baube was with child.

Once again, they came across the Atlantic via steerage passage and found their way back to Detroit.  My Zayde was a survivor, and today I am one too.

God Bless you, Zayde-Louis-Label Freedman!

My Zayde, Passover (circa 1960)

Welcome, Vista Springs. Today begins a new live record podcasting session with Vista Springs. Twice a month on Tuesday (typically the first and third week of each month), newclevelandradio.net will host Susan Krupitzer and her team to discuss assisting living, a lifestyle.

You may have noticed a theme in many of our programs here at newclevelandradio.net. We are providing you with a variety of program choices. Our shows are designed to deliver opportunities that may enhance your life. Today’s new live podcast will share information that you may not have considered or yet acknowledged. However, we all need to be prepared for tomorrow. So let’s begin…

newclevelandradio.net has officially been up and running for one year.  In the last twelve months, we have grown and evolved.  Evolving includes facing challenges, some expected and some not foreseen at all.  However, here we are beginning a new journey into our second year with so much to offer you, our listeners.

Although we provide live recorded podcasts (watch our Facebook page), you may listen in as we record or come back at your convenience and leisurely check out our podcasts.
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Our program list has changed since last year, and we believe we are bringing you what you want to hear, sharing information and opportunities to live a happier, healthier life.  Our sports venue has not changed although the format is unique and not stating the same old news as the terrestrial guys.  The spin our broadcasters put on their delivery believes in what they speak with compassion.

A special thank you to Sarah Craig and Caffe Lena for the fantastic entertainment they bring to this historical spot in Saratoga Springs, NY.  Each week we bring you several conversations with musicians that you may or may not have heard of.  These exceptional individuals open up and provide you with the real story of their lives as entertainers that may or may not be in the top 40’s.  Each genre speaks for itself, and there is so much to learn as well as appreciate when you link to their music sites.

We also encourage all entertainers (not just musicians) to contact us and become part of the newclevelandradio.net podcast family.

We want to encourage you to check out all our regular shows at https://newclevelandradio.net/podcast-replays/

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It’s May 14. 2018 and so much is happening in our Global Communities. Some who may be reading this post may believe we are all doomed; others think that the Messiah has arrived in the form of a Statesman, and there are others like myself who are not convinced. However, what I do know is we are all responsible for personal happiness and success. We can blame others for our tears or misfortunes when we alone have control.

To achieve means “to get or attain by effort.” It is the effort that each one of us puts forth to obtain success. We must not assume (make an ass out of you and me) that success is only measured financially or with accolades. In fact, success is a personal achievement that makes an individual feel positive. When we are successful, we not only are helping ourselves but others as well. It is not about being #1 it is about becoming one.

Globally we are a mixture of human cultures that brings about differences in thought and policies. This mixture can and should blend if achieving success means I am helping you as well as myself.

~Karen~

Today is not just another Sunday; it’s the last Sunday in April as the world turns, spins and rotates to yet another day. Today marks newclevelandradio.net evolving in a positive growing manner. It was just one year ago today that Alex Hale launched newclevelandradio.net in a small offsite studio. Since that day much has changed while other things have remained the same.

AFTER FURTHER REVIEW continues to broadcast/podcast weekly – https://newclevelandradio.net/follow-after-further-review/ the scheduled time currently is Thursday evenings from 7 -9 pm EST. Alex Hale, Pat Guzowski, and guest broadcasters bring you sports and entertaining information that the listener wants to hear. This is not a cookie-cutter show.

We continue to offer our sponsors the opportunity to podcast with us (no additional cost is involved.) Sponsor podcasting can be informational or advertise their information, both concepts provide awareness to our listeners and grows our listening base as we can offer many more services. (contact Karen at newclevelandradio@gmail.com for more details.
In addition to sports, we are providing our listener’s programming that we hope will answer many of their wants and needs while opening doors to creating more live shows and podcasting. Please check out all of our shows at https://newclevelandradio.net/podcast-replays/

As of today, our studio has moved into our new home office studio. Programming may be produced remotely, as well as in our studio, or the location of the show hosts. We understand how busy our clients are and yet the positivity of live broadcasting that becomes podcast ready for sharing as well as a need. The average listener is active and looking to obtain answers to many of the questions that arise daily, and newclevelandradio.net is the source that can provide the promotion of awareness. Our rates start as low as $30 an hour, what we ask of each of our show hosts is to network their show as well as the other shows on newclevelandradio.net

I also want to send out a special thanks to Sara Craig of http://www.caffelena.org/ for believing in newclevelandradio.net as we continue to make contact with the performers who grace the stage at this iconic location. Also, to Chuck Yarborough, from the Cleveland Plain Dealer & Cleveland.com., Chuck has joined us as a monthly show, sharing both local and global entertainment news plus some off the wall subjects, http://connect.cleveland.com/staff/cyarboro/posts.html
Check our entertainment page https://newclevelandradio.net/entertainment-interviews/

This week on newclevelandradio.net enjoy:
Tim Hrobat with Hrobat Insurance – Tuesday, 10 am – Sponsor Podcasting – Learn about Insurance
Patrick M’Gonigle The Lonely Heartstring Band – Tuesday, 12:30 am – Entertainment
Dr. Lonnie Smith – Jazz Musician – Coming to the TRI-C Jazz Fest – Tuesday, 4 pm – Entertainment
Dr. Mack & Staff – Healthy Living – Thursday 1 pm – a weekly show
Paul Seaburn – WHAT in the WORLD – Thursday 3 pm – a weekly show (this week broadcasting live from Panera in Brecksville, Ohio
Kris Weir – Body Mind and Soul, LLC – Friday 11 am – monthly show/podcast
Candace Pollock (with Karen Hale) – Intentionality Gurus – Friday 1 pm – bi-weekly show/podcast

In May
Senior Moments returns with Bradley & Heather Greene
Cherished Companions Home Care with Doug Wilber bi-weekly show/podcast (new)

In June
Vista Springs – Adult Living – with Susan Krupitzer LNHA, CECC, CEAL, NP (new)

It was one week ago yesterday, Friday, April 20^th I had a lithotripsy to breakdown a kidney stone.  The pain, that led me to the diagnosis and treatment, is something I have been experiencing on and off for a very long time (years.)  However, either I have successfully eliminated stones in the past, or this one that was targeted last week has been my annoyance.  However, when I went to the ER on Saturday night, April 7^th, I was not just having pain, I felt like I was having a heart attack.

The procedure itself was easy, I was out, other than moving onto the operating table, the only thing I remember is waking up needing to “P”.  When the procedure was described to me I was told that I could get back to normal in 24 hours, sadly that is a general statement and although I tried to do what I normally do I found myself feeling weak and tired.  (I could have accepted that for a day or two but…)

Sunday was a painful day and each day since I have been treating my pain sparingly with just over the counter Motrin©.  I made it through the Annual NFL Draft party and numerous shows and podcasts while moving the studio from its current location into our home office.  And, just as I believed I was feeling better I developed new symptoms yesterday that has led me to cancel two entertainment shows today.  I will be rescheduling but I feel it is important that I am at my best when sharing the microphone with those I am working with.  Our listeners deserve us to be cognizant of tone and demeanor, and I do not think our listeners would enjoy my moaning and groaning.

The reason for today’s post is to reach out publicly to Steev Inglis and Ellis Hall both who were scheduled today.  I am looking forward to rescheduling as their talents should be showcased to our listeners who may be looking for new opportunities in their lives and you know we all do live vicariously through others (specifically those talented individuals that we may have dreamt of being.)

Another reason for today’s message is to remind everyone, that any symptom treated may produce other symptoms.  Doctors practice medicine.  The average doctor or health practitioner has studied and worked in their field and they know what the traditional outcome is, but what they don’t know is how each one of us will get the expected results.  Ten years ago, I may not have encountered what I am going through; or ten years from now the recovery time might be compromised by other issues.

With that said, I am improving, however, for this type A personality, not fast enough.

Today, Thursday, April 26th is a special day, it’s NFL Draft Day!  newclevelandradio.net is always excited to host this event under the name of our sport’s broadcast/ podcast (https://newclevelandradio.net/follow-after-further-review/).  Whether you are a local Brown’s fan or hail from another NFL city, the excitement for the upcoming football season begins tonight.  Join us at the Basement Bar & Grill in Sagamore Hills, OH or listen to our live broadcast:  https://newclevelandradio.net/listen-to-newclevelandradio-live-on-tunein/

We are proud to be hosting our special guest, Cleveland native, and former Baltimore Raven, John Jones.  We will also support the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Man of the Year Donations, Gary Wenner is our man, but our goal is to ELIMINATE CANCER so join us to celebrate L I F E.

A very special thank you to all our musician friends (https://newclevelandradio.net/entertainment-interviews/) for their gift donations.  We also want to thank our sponsor INCA (https://incatea.com/) as well.  If you come out tonight and donation $50 or more you will receive a gift (as long as they last).

On air tonight are some of your favorites including the After Further Review Crew – Alex Hale & Pat Guzowskie.  We welcome Pat from Shaker, Jaison Roberts and their buddies well.

In addition to sports, as you want to hear it, Paul Seaburn from What in the World (https://newclevelandradio.net/follow-what-in-the-world-with-paul-seaburn/) will share the TRUE STORIES on sports!

Come out and meet Gary Wenner, our supported candidate for Man of the Year for LLS.

We are looking forward to a fun evening at the Basement Bar & Grill http://www.thebasementbars.com/

Good morning friends, family and interested listeners. It finally feels like Spring, looks like it too as the daffodils are sprouting and the buds on the trees are slowly opening. The hostas plants in my yard are timidly poking through the ground and soon will be full and lushes green and white hardy annuals.

With spring often comes renewal and for many of us across the country who have been waiting for this season to arrive, I am one, find myself evolving and sprouting like the new seasonal life.

I know I am not alone as I read the many posts on Facebook, see the flying tweets, and observe others I speak with or overhear them talking, that the past four to five months have been challenging. I prefer to use the term challenging rather than difficult, hard, or something even more negative. Challenges may be trying. However, there is always the light at the end of the tunnel if you follow it. I for one refuse to stop in the middle of the turmoil and wait for a resolution.

My journey may look different then yours, however, we all have the inner strength to battle through the dips and turns we encounter along the path we choose or have been directed to follow. As humans, we tend to doubt ourselves creating that self-talk that bullies us into believing that we are losing a battle. However, the truth of the matter is, it’s not about winning or losing it’s about finding the silver lining in each situation and make it work.

No, I am not a “Polly Anna,” because like you I too struggle with situations that feel wrong and awkward initially believing I have no control as I allow the feelings of doom and gloom absorb me. Possibly unlike you, I do not like those feelings, letting my body/mind go to the ‘fight or flight,’ psychological response to threats. The fight is the instinctive thought pattern of how to get out of this without being hurt or hurting others. The word fight does not have to be literal causing harm, and it can produce a benefit, getting to the end of the tunnel. However, the flight, the instinct to run is never a resolution, whereas fighting, facing and evolving is! (It may be a good idea, however, to take flight (run) if you are being chased by a charging herd of bulls.)

Personally, despite my challenges over the past couple of months, I am glad I did not run because I might not be here to enjoy this beautiful blossoming spring day. I found the fight, my inner strength to take the twists and turns in the dark tunnel until I saw the light. There were occasions as I followed it, I lost my footing, tripped and fell and got up and struggled to the end. However, I know another tunnel is up ahead and must be challenged.

The trick to living life is to enjoy each moment for it’s worth- “Dance Like No One is Watching!”

At the top of the foyer going to our bedrooms or returning to the main floor of our home is a framed poster. The title of the poster is: “All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten” by Robert Fulghum.
Share everything.
Play fair.
Don’t hit people.
Put things back where you found them.
Clean up your own mess.
Don’t take things that aren’t yours.
Say you’re sorry when you hurt somebody.
Wash your hands before you eat.
Flush.
Warm cookies and cold milk are good for you.
Live a balanced life –
Learn some and think some
And draw and paint and sing and dance
And play and work every day some.
Take a nap every afternoon.
When you go out into the world,
Watch out for traffic,
Hold hands and stick together.
Be aware of wonder.

Although I do not read this every day and live by all the things I learned, this poster is my reminder of the choices I have in life to be an ‘intentionality guru.” Bi-weekly Candace Pollock beings the series alive in her live podcast titled, The Intentionality Gurus:
Using the Science & Power of Intention to Become the Guru of You©. As her co-host an anchor for this show I am learning how to use my power, the lessons I have learned both good and bad, happy and sad, to be the best that I can be. I understand that my best changes day to day as well as, moment-to-moment based on the where I allow my brain to wander or intentionally bring my thoughts to where they are required for me to obtain satisfaction.

In the last segment of the podcast, http://mixlr.com/new-cleveland-radio/showreel/the-intentionality-gurus-with-candace-pollock-4618-4619/ (Finding Your Personal “Truth” Too) Candace guided me on tour to find my sad spot in life and my happy spot in life. My sad spot on that day took me to a time and place that brings me pain, however, since visiting that thought over the last two weeks I have noted that there is also learning and pleasure despite the pain. It’s like the last sentence in this poster, “Be aware of wonder.” I am aware that I can find something pleasurable in every life incident if I allow my thoughts to relax and see the pathways to the positivity that occurs from within.

Although I may have learned the majority of life’s lessons early on does not mean that I have not been influenced by my surroundings and the hub-bub, the noise my brain makes, forgetting or ignoring what I know is right. The concept of sharing sometimes becomes instinctively protective, and selfishness creeps in as a protective shield. However, to observers it may be perceived as not playing fair and hurting someone, this is unintentional. What Candace coaches is for me (and you) to continue to guide ourselves through positive thoughts to do the intentional naturally.

Today, Candace Pollock, Life Coach, will take us on a journey to, “Unpacking Your Thoughts.” I am sure the list of “All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten will be part of my unpacking thoughts.

Tune in to a special broadcast day and time, Saturday, April 21, 2018, at 11 am. If you miss it, you can always listen to her podcast site: https://newclevelandradio.net/the-intentionality-gurus-with-candace-pollock/

http://mixlr.com/new-cleveland-radio/showreel/join-us-april-18th/

Join us at the Basement in Sagamore Hills, Ohio

5:30 – 7:30 pm

Chuck Yarborough and his monthly newclevelandradio.net show &

Paul Seaburn with WHAT in the WORLD – normally heard on Thursday afternoons.