GB Items Related to Tag - water

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    Banana George Blair

    World-famous barefoot water-skier "Banana George" Blair isn't letting a little thing like turning 92 keep him off the water.

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    Have You Ever Seen a Squirrel on Skis?

    This is the most famous squirrel in the world.

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    Science vs. Evolutionism

        Can the theory of evolution hold water? Is there any empirical evidence for such a theory? The science says NO. The so-called geologic column, the missing links, and transitional fossils don't exist. Carbon dating doesn't work....

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    Banana George Blair

    Barefoot water-skiier Banana George Blair is unlike any 92-year-old you've ever heard of.


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    Lucille Borgen

    At 94, Lucille Borgen became the oldest competitor ever in the U.S. National Water Skiing Championships; the world's largest water ski tournament. She amazed the crowd, winning the slalom and tricks title in her age division.

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    George Blair (Banana George)

    Born: Jan. 22, 1915
    The ageless icon is arguably the greatest barefoot waterskier of all-time. Now in his mid-90's Banana still skis on a regular basis.


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    Meet "Banana" George Blair

    This barefoot-water-skiing, Guinness-Record-holding and drumming nanogenarian is an international sensation who's unlike anyone you've ever met.

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    While Exercising Be Good to The Environment

    IrongeezerSays™," While Exercising Be Good to The Environment."By Cliff and Tatjana Eggink   We all know that Kermit the Frog says, "It isn't easy being green;" however, it must become the thing to be for all of us, and especially for us...

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    Fast Forward: Washing Clothes

    Washing clothes is one of those chores that no one can escape. But the process has gotten much easier. Check out this email that's making the rounds - directions for washing clothes that a Kentucky grandmother gave to a new bride many years ago.


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    Boomer's Buzz: Monday, March 10, 2008

    Today in The Buzz: There's something in the water. Pharmaceuticals! Dems push Clinton -- Obama ticket. But who's on top? Money can buy love --The Beatles cozy up to iTunes.


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    Zippy Green Beans with Pecans

    Zippy Green Beans with Pecans Ingredients: Serve cold as a salad or warm as an accompaniment to a roast or steak ¼ cup Pecan Halves 1 lb Fresh Green Beans 1 tsp Extra...

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    MenScience Scores a Hole-in-One

    IF YOU'RE A GOLFER, you know The Masters Championship tees off this week, on April 10th. Whether you're an avid golfer or just make special appearances on the course, you'll appreciate MenScience's hole-in-one skin and health tips.   For increased...

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    Slow Cooked Chicken

    Bring out the slow cooker and line the bottom with cut up potatoes. Place a whole fryer chicken on top of the potatoes. Surround the chicken with more cut up potatoes. Season to your liking. For me, lots of garlic, Italian seasoning, Lawry's...

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    93-year-old Banana George Attempts Water Skiing Record

    It was a rough winter for Banana George Blair, the most famous water skier in history. The oldest-ever barefoot skier ever battled a severe case of pneumonia that left him bedridden and weak. But the 93-year-old wasn’t ready to give up the sport he loved.


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    Good Health Everyday

    1. Brown Sugar's Better than White - FALSE. Not so, it's a weight management myth. Brown sugar from grocery stores is just white sugar with molasses added. Sure, brown sugar has some more minerals, but the difference is so minute it's relatively...

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    Banana Battles Back

    This is a tense tale of determination; a celebration of passion and the human spirit. 93-year-old Banana George Blair, weak from a long battle with pneumonia and in constant pain from six back surgeries, wants to get his bare feet back on the water.

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    Retirement: Finally pursuing your favorite hobbies.

    “I LOVE the life after 55!” This seems to be the catch phrase here amongst retirees in Central Florida.  The reasons for loving retirement seem to cover a lot of areas, including waking up at anytime, not answering to anybody, and most...

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    Tropical Storm Fay: The 3 Stupidest Things I saw

    Tropical Strom Fay: The 3 Stupidest Things I Saw OK...I have been in hurricanes before and tropical storms and I have seen some pretty amazing and dumb things. However, as tropical storm Fay pesristed for days and flooded out most of the state of...

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    Boomer's Buzz: Thursday, April 3, 2008

    McCain considers veeps, FAA investigates airlines, Mariah overtakes Elvis, research refutes the benefits of 8 glasses of water a day, sleep longer and lose weight, bizarre hotels, dumb criminal, smart musician.


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    Suzy Cohen

    America's most trusted pharmacist is back! Suzy Cohen is on call 24 hours a day and armed with all the information you could need about over-the-counter drugs and pharmaceuticals.


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    Jane Dulieu

    When a brain tumor left her barely able to walk, Villages resident Jane Dulieu discovered her water legs.


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    Boomer's Buzz: Friday, April 4, 2008

    Remembering Dr. King, the amazing 101-year-old marathoner who stops for a beer and a cigarette, the good news about caffeine and your brain, why you may be drinking too much water, beach police in 1922, and the clothes off Princess Di's back.


  • Chef Steve, The Healthy Gourmet
    Losing Weight

    I read a Reader's Digest article that made so much sense, that I have to share it with you. Ten best tips for easy slimming down. One of the best things you can do for your overall health is drop a few pounds. Or maybe more than a few pounds. Being...

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    A Booming Triumph at Sundance

    Talk about Growing Bolder -- It's all about attitude over adversity at the Sundance Film Festival in 2008. See which movies took the top prizes, and how a special group of baby boomers is hoping to make the next big blockbuster.


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    High Drama

    The Phoenix has landed. The first spacecraft designed to acquire the water of an alien planet landed safely on Mars' northern pole Sunday evening.


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    James' update

    You could probably tell from the picture in my profile that I'm a pretty big guy, but I didn't use to be that way. When I was 21, I still weighed 135 pounds, but now at age 44, I have an update on my personal weight deal that I'd like to share with...

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    Joe and Carol Neal

    Talk about an amazing race. A couple from The Villages travels to Ireland for a race that includes chilly waters and a sewage spill.


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    Fast Forwards -- Gas Prices

    This is making the rounds on the Internet. It's a fast forward list that continues to grow. It won't make you feel any better about what it's costing you to fill the gas tank but it will make you glad your car doesn't run on printer ink.


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    Camilla's Roadie Report - 30 Years Together

    Thirty years have passed and we have hardly noticed. Our life together has been filled with love, some hot water, some cold water, a wee bit of tepid water and a whole bunch of adventures. We were packing again for another adventure. Another opportunity...

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    Jury Duty

    Not long ago I received that letter from the government most of us dread. It was from the Clerk of the Courts advising me it was time to report to the courthouse for jury duty.This is the fifth time I’ve been called. The routine was pretty much the...

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  • Chef Steve, The Healthy Gourmet
    Slow Cooking

    Because slow cookers work at low temperatures with lids on, there is hardly any liquid lost during cooking. With most cooking methods, the water in meats and vegetables turns to steam and evaporates. But with a slow cooker, there's nowhere for the...

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    Why You Should Never Stop Dreaming

    We all kn ow that 41-year-old Dara Torres will be the oldest U.S. Olympic swimmer ever when she hits the water next month in Beijing. But she won't be the oldest member of this year's U.S. team. That honor goes to 58-year-old John Dane.


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    5 Ways to Live to 100

    More experts believe any of us can reach the century mark. Find out how.


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    Ray Zahab

    Ray Zahab used to be a smoker who lived an unhealthy life. After a few major life changes, he's on the other side of the spectrum, running marathons, raising awareness for important causes and living an adventurous life.


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    9 Steps to Physical Fitness

    It's never too late to get in shape and the time to start is now. Step one is to consult with your doctor to get an exercise routine tailored to your needs and physical condition. Then follow these Growing Bolder Fitness tips.


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    Hot Dog, It's the 4th.

    What's for dinner? Americans will eat about 150 million hot dogs today, according to the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council. But the real action will be in Coney Island, New York.


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    Fast Forwards -- Laugh Out Loud

    They may be silly, but we dare you not to laugh at these jokes making the rounds on the Internet. Discover your inner child and pass along these jokes today!


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    Popping a Pill to Ward Off Alzheimer's?

    If warding off Alzheimer's was as easy as taking a pill – wouldn't we all grab a glass of water and get medicated? The pills are called statins, but not everyone is on board with the idea of prescribing them to people as prevention.


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    Fast Forwards: Boomer's Zen Rules

    These tongue-in-cheek Boomers' Zen Rules have been living in e-mail inboxes all over the net. A loyal GB member forwarded them to us. They're silly and yet profound.


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    Holiday Joys

    This past week, four of my family members arrived into town to be with Pierre and I for this Thanksgiving! I'm so happy. I just love to see them all and catch up...at least more than we can do on our very short weekly phone calls. The hustle and bustle...

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    Out of a Coma, Back on Track

    World Masters Track Champion Sumi Onodera-Leonard, 76, has overcome a devastating car wreck to get back in the game.


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    Sturgis' Last Stand?

    Cowboys & Indians Phyllis_Young-WARN_founder.jpg Washington, D.C. 19DEC2007 Lakota Sioux Indian Freedom Delegation Declare Sovereign Nation Status A press release issued today by the Lakota Freedom Delegation, made up of Russell Means,...

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    Sturgis' Last Stand?

    Cowboys & Indians Phyllis_Young-WARN_founder.jpg Washington, D.C. 19DEC2007 Lakota Sioux Indian Freedom Delegation Declare Sovereign Nation Status A press release issued today by the Lakota Freedom Delegation, made up of Russell Means,...

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    Sturgis' Last Stand?

    Cowboys & Indians Phyllis_Young-WARN_founder.jpg Washington, D.C. 19DEC2007 Lakota Sioux Indian Freedom Delegation Declare Sovereign Nation Status A press release issued today by the Lakota Freedom Delegation, made up of Russell Means,...

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    Steeped In Memories

    You know how a smell can trigger a memory? For me … Earl Grey tea is one of the most powerful smells around. Not because of the delicate herbs and spices -- but because Earl Grey smells like summer afternoons with my grandmother. Grandma Kathy was...

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    Can He Do It?

    64-year-old adventurer Michael Fournier, a retired French Army officer is ready for his big moment. Fournier has spent two decades and nearly $20 million in a quest to break American Joe Kittinger's 48-year-old record for highest parachute jump.


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    A Rare Look at Helen Keller

    It's a never-before-seen photograph that has the world buzzing. The picture shows Keller and her teacher on a summer vacation -- just months after the communication breakthrough that changed both of their lives.


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    The Intergenerational Smackdown

    In this corner … we have the men and women in the 55+ age category, representing the Villages Aquatic Swim Team. Wearing dark swim suits and yellow swim caps, the swimmers weigh in between 100 and 300 pounds, and come ready to rock. They cheer: "this...

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    The GB Top 50

    Check out the top 50 most popular videos on Growing Bolder. There's something for everyone.


  • Boomer
    What are your hopes for the year as we enter 2008?

    Each week, Growing Bolder asks top leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting our lives.


  • Chef Steve, The Healthy Gourmet
    Eggnog

    It's that wonderful time of year and I thought I'd share a few Eggnog recipes. Not the healthiest, however nothing wrong in moderation. Eggnog It's a rich, indulgent favorite, and Christmas wouldn't be the same without it. Some eggnog recipes...

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    That's Not Hot

    People around the world are buzzing with the news that Paris Hilton's grandfather just made a massive cut to the celebrity's inheritance. And he's not alone! Find out how his drastic decision is in line with many baby boomers' financial plans.


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    Who's The Greatest Ever?

    If you're looking for inspiration to get off the couch – look no further. GrowingBolder.com has the world's greatest collection of interviews with amazing Masters Athletes. But who is the best over-40 athlete of all time?


  • Bill Shafer
    Aim That Super-Soaker

    It happens almost every day. I get home from work, kick off my shoes, plop down in front of the television and I hear that unmistakable voice. He wants me to go swimming. My 13-year old son has waited all day for his dad to join him in the...

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    My Colonoscopy

    While completing my annual fire department physical exam the doctor once again highly recommended I have a colonoscopy performed. They have been scaring me since I turned fifty. I kept putting it off because the idea of have something like a garden hose...

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    I'm Writing a Diet Book

    No one's happier about America's weight problem than the $50-billion-a-year diet industry. That's why I've decided to write a diet book. I've done a little research and it should be pretty easy. After all, it doesn't have to work. 95% of all diets...

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    GB Staff Picks

    With hundreds of videos and radio interviews to watch and listen to here on GrowingBolder.com, it's hard to know where to start! So we thought we'd put together a list of GB staff picks for best stories on GrowingBolder.com.


  • Boomer
    How would your life be different if you were ten times bolder than you are right now?

    Each week, Growing Bolder asks leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting our lives.


  • Boomer
    What Is Your Dream?

    Growing Bolder asks leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting our lives.


  • Boomer
    What Moment Changed Your Life Forever?

    Growing Bolder asks leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting our lives.



 

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