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umor By Kaye BrownHFWhen The Outside World Is Coming For Us In A Big Wayace it, old people, we have reached the age when the “outside” world is coming for us in a big way. They areplanning to get rid of us by not allowing us to use anything that comes prepackaged.It started slowly, about the time some idiot claimed to have put something in Tylenol in a drug store somewhere. Then, everybody jumped on the bandwagon. Before that it was only things like baby aspirin that was labeled deadly and the first thing my 3-year-old opened by herself when she thought I wasn't quick enough on the draw to relieve her headache.About the time I turned 65, I noticed that companies were starting to amp up their packaging. At first, I thought it was to protect us and I'm sure that was the original intent, but somewhere along the line it became a game of “them versus us”. I can just imagine the conversation amongthe CEO’s in research and development at all major companies. It goes like this, “I have this burning desire to get back at my parents for making me eat spinach when I was a kid, so let's play some tricks on them and see how they like it.”The first suggestion was to make jar lids so tight that it is simpler to just break the lid off the jar and hope the shards of glass will land outside the contents. Ladies and gentlemen, how about those cans with the pull tab? So simple even a caveman can do it, right? Yeah, if you're a caveman you’ve got it made. If you’re a real person with the strength in your hands of a two year old, good luck with that. After I sprain my wrist getting the tab up, I then have to get a kitchen knife to pry up the lid so I can gently remove the contents. TADA! I'm done and it only took me 5 minutes.Next, just the simple wrapping ofpackages of toilet paper. Pretty simple, right? Nope! They made them about 5 layers thick, so you need scissors for that.The packaging for handy dandy side dishes and cheese that come in packages that have notches to pull off the top strip and then easy openings that are “not” easy. Gotta find my glasses so I can see where the tiny notch is, then I just get the scissors and cut the whole top off. I keep my scissors in a holster on my belt when I'm fixing any kind of food. I feel like the Dale Evans of cooking.My absolute favorite kind of packaging is the kind that wraps all non food products in hard plastic shaped like the product. I cry when I have to buy something like that. I know it will take scissors, a screwdriver, a hammer, a box cutter, four curse words and 3 band aids to get it open.BF and I spent a couple of nights in a hotel last month and I couldn't get the sugar, creamer or coffee packets open without my scissors. Oh, yeah, I carry my scissors everywhere. I'm like a super heroine, alwaysSOLBA Recognizes The Landing AtStone Oak Memory CareBTy Staffand Wendee Wendland, Executive Director, of The Landing at Stone Oak Memory Care for hosting the Business Coffee Connections for three events. This gave women in business the opportunity to learn more about what The Landing at Stone Oak Memory Care provide for seniors and an opportunity to learn what other women in business provide who attended. It’s a great way to make new collaborations and connections.The Landing at Stone Oak Memory Care in San Antonio, Texas, specializes in care for individuals with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Their secure, nurturing community offers personalized care plans tailored to each resident’s unique needs. Licensed nurses are on duty 24/7, providing compassionate support while encouraging independence and dignity. They offer structured daily activities to promote cognitive stimulation and emotional well- being, along with thoughtfully designed living spaces, secure outdoor areas, and inviting common rooms. Their Dining with Dignity program enhances mealtime with resident-preferred choices, while safety is prioritized through their SafelyYou fall prevention system, nightly check-ins, and virtual monitoring. Residents enjoy regular outings, onsite physical therapy, and immersive virtual reality experiences that bring joy and connection. Family involvement is encouraged to ensure continuity of care. At The Landing, they offer more than memory care—they provide a warm, enriching home where residents thrive and families find peace of mind.They are located at 19110 Huebnerthere for an old friend who might need something opened.JROTC - continued from page 10team’s qualities that attributed to their victory."To compete and win at this level takes dedication, commitment, perseverance, and resilience. You have to strive to improve when you underperform at acompetition. The team shows that day-in and day-out,” Martinez said.The Ronald Reagan Armed Exhibition Drill Team went on to place second in the Armed Division of the National High School Drill Team Championship, proving themselves beyond the Army level.he Stone Oak Ladies Business Association (SOLBA) recognized Jessica Inocencio, Sales CounselorBusiness ConnectionsHave an opportunity to make a 30 second introduction.When: Wed. September 24, 2025 Where: Speech & LanguageCenter At Stone Oak Time: 7:45 am - 9:30 amAddress: 225 E Sonterra Blvd. #120San Antonio, TX 78258Cost:Sponsored ByASSOCIATIONRSVP to stoneoakladiesba.com/eventsOr Call (210) 548-6448Jessica Inocencio, Sales Counselor and Wendee Wendland, Executive Director, of The Landing at Stone Oak Memory Care with GinaBarbera, Director of SOLBARd, San Antonio, TX 78258. They can be reached at ( 830) 532-5720 or visit www. integratedseniorlifestyles.com/senior- living/tx/san-antonio/huebner-rd/reality experiences allow residents to revisit cherished places, explore their former homes, or discover new destinations from the comfort of our community.Onsite physical therapymobility, strength, and independence, while individualized wellness programs ensure that care is as unique as each person we serve.We work closely with families, recognizing the importance of their involvement in maintaining continuity of care and enhancing quality of life. At The Landing, we are committed to providing not just a place to live, but a place to thrive — offering peace of mind to families and a warm, supportive home for those facing memory-related challenges. As a trusted memory care provider in the San Antonio area, we are proud to be a source of comfort, connection, and expert care.supports12www.stoneoakhighlights.comSeptember 2025