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were called “umbles.” The umbles were used as an ingredient in pies. Only lower class folks ate “humble pie.” Hence, abasing or lowering oneself was seen as taking oneself to a lower class.• Bakers in Europe were not usually baking “humble pie” but pastries, cookies, rolls and other fine treats. Because they could receive stiff punishment for shorting customers, bakers would usually put 13 or more pieces in their orders just to be sure. This is where the “baker’s dozen” originated. • British sailors on war ships in the 1700s might have appreciated some “humble pie” or a generous “baker’s dozen.” Their ships did not have the best living conditions. Usually, a sailor’s breakfast and lunch was only bread and a beverage. The third meal of the day included meat and was presented on a square tray. Hence the term “square meal” was coined to identify the most substantial meal of the day. • A popular topping for pizza, “Canadian bacon” has hog geography behind its name. It doesn’t have anything to do with the country of Canada other than its location relative to the United States. Traditional bacon is cut from the underbelly or south side of the pig. Canadian bacon is cut from the loin area, the upper part of the pig. Since it is from the north — Oh, Canada! • In England, it is customary to extend hospitality to visitors, even complete strangers. However, when the host chose to serve a “cold shoulder” of beef, it signaled that it was time for the guests to move on. Think about this the next time you snub someone or give them the “cold shoulder.” • When wood stoves were used to cook beef shoulders and more, cooks used the front burners for intense heat and for stoking the fire to avoid a reach across the hot stove top. When it was time to slow down or simmer the food, it was put on the “back burner.” Now that term is used for putting something on hold, such as a chore you need, but don’t want, to do.• Now for “a toast” to our Tidbits readers! Toasting is a medieval tradition that honored a host with a gesture for long life. The gesture entailed placing a crust of bread into a goblet of wine and raising it to the host, an adaptation of Holy Communion. ■

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“How do I choose the right color for

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Answer: When choosing a color for your hair it is safer to let a professional stylist consult you. Your stylist knows your hair and it’s condition, therefore, he/she will chose the right product, be it semi permanent or permanent. This is determined by the condition of ones hair. It’s always best to color healthy hair, giving less chance of hair getting damaged. Your stylist can help with choosing the best color for your complexions as well, so that it looks natural, like you were actually born with it.

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SAGITTARIUS (November 22 - December 21) A newly emerging situation could require a good deal of attention and some difficult decision-making. However, close friends will help you see it through.CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 19) Family matters need attention. Check things out carefully. There still might be unresolved tensions that could hinder your efforts to repair damaged relationships.AQUARIUS (January 20 - February 18) Of course you deserve to indulge yourself in something special. But for now, tuck that bit of mad money away. You’ll need it to help with a looming cash crunch.PISCES (February 19 - March 20) YA temporary setback in your financial situation is eased by changing some of your plans. You’ll be able to ride it out quite well until the tide turns back in your favor.BORN THIS WEEK: You have a gift for understanding people’s needs. You have a low tolerance for those who act without concern for others.

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• 2 cups coarsely grated carrot • 1/2 cup roughly chopped cashews • 1/3 cup minced green onions (roots

discarded, white and light green parts)• 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro or

Italian parsley leaves1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the

all of the marinade ingredients except the tablespoon of oil. Wash chicken and pat dry. Place the chicken between sheets of plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness.

2. Arrange the chicken breasts in a single layer on a rimmed platter or in a glass baking dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, coating it with the marinade on all sides. Set chicken aside to marinade while preparing the salad.Salad:

In a large bowl combine lemon juice, sesame oil, soy sauce and stevia or agave syrup until combined. Add remaining salad ingredients and mix well. Set aside at room temperature.To cook the chicken:

Using a large pan over high heat, add remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Cook chicken, about 5 to 6 minutes per side. Cook until both sides are nicely browned and chicken is cooked through. Stack salad on top of the chicken. Serves 4.Angela Shelf Medearis is known as The Kitchen Diva and is the executive producer and host of “The Kitchen Diva!” cooking show on HULU.com. Her new inspirational book is “Ten Ingredients for a Joyous Life and a Peaceful Home -- A Spiritual Memoir,” co-written with Pastor Salem Robinson, Jr. (www.dunnsmemorial.com). Visit her website at www.divapro.com. (c) 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.

Add Flavor With LemonsIf you’re trying to reduce the amount of salt

you use to season your savory dishes, try lemon juice. Nothing adds zest or intensity to a dish like a squeeze of lemon. Lemons also act as a flavor catalyst, preparing the taste buds for the next flavor.

Lemons provide a burst of brightness, flavor and freshness to your recipes. Bright, yellow, tart and tangy, lemons are one of nature’s most versatile, healthy and delicious fruits. Since lemons are available throughout the year, they make an attractive, affordable and accessible recipe ingredient.

Adding lemon juice to marinades for grilled recipes is a great way to brighten up the flavors. You also can grill lemon halves and squeeze the smoky juices over your dish for an added flavor boost.

Try using a fresh, fragrant lemon for this Lemon Ginger Chicken with Carrot Cashew Slaw recipe. It’s guaranteed to brighten up your day!

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Football Frenzy Road Rally Northville Parks and Recreation is having a Football Frenzy Road Rally! In this road rally you will

meet at the Northville Community Center, and then follow the clues around Northville while taking fun and creative pictures (worth different point values) of your team’s journey. There is an award ceremony held at the Community Center. Teams must consist of at least two people and the maximum number of people is limited to however many seatbelts are in the vehicle you use. Also, there must be at least one child under the age of 12 on every team. Bring either a digital camera or phone with a cord or chip to connect to a computer, or bring a Polaroid camera. So throw on your favorite football gear and bring your spirit!Activity # Day Dates Time Fee272503.08 Sat Oct. 6 5:00-9:00p.m. $30 team up to 4 people

272503.09 Sat Oct. 6 5:00-9:00p.m. $5 each additional person

Trick or Treat Trail at Mill Race VillagePreschool- 3rd Grade

Trick or Treat around Northville’s own historic Mill Race Village (215 Griswold) and visit the not-so-spooky houses at this annual Halloween treat.

Advance ticket sales are sold by specific event time. Due to the nature of the event, registration is not available at the event. • Event held rain or shine, so please dress appropriately• Please arrive at the event entrance a few minutes prior to your time. • Wear costumes, bring a trick or treat bag• Parking is available at Ford Field or behind the Water Wheel Centre building.Activity # Day Dates Time Fee272503-01 Sun Oct 21 4:40-6:40p.m. $7 Child, parents freeTimed Admissions

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Leisure Unlimited ClassesAll Fall & Winter Leisure Unlimited classes will be held at the Recreation Center at Hillside, 700 W. Baseline Rd.Instructor: Coach Dave EastClasses include basketball, tee-ball, soccer, football, floor hockey, lacrosse, pickle-ball, volleyball and more! No class November 24

Activity # Day Dates TimePreschool Sports (Ages 3-5) Tues Oct 30 - Dec 4 1:00 - 2:00p.m.Sports Sampler (Ages 4-6) Tues Oct 30 - Dec 4 2:15 - 3:15p.m.

Your Family TreeOne of the best things you can leave future generations of your family is accurate genealogy information.

Creating a family tree isn’t as difficult as it may sound. Start with yourself, your siblings and your parents. Accurate date and place of birth information is crucial to any future hunts. Go back as many generations as you can, at least giving names if you can’t also supply dates and place of birth.

Write down stories about your family

members (this will also jog your own memory of facts about the past.) If there are “rumors,” make notes of those as well. Even if you can’t verify whether your mother’s grandfather was a train engineer, someone else might be able to at a later date.

If you have a computer and are comfortable roaming the Internet, Ancestry.com is one of the best places to start. On Ancestry, you can not only research your family, but you can create a family tree to save. The amount of information available is amazing: old military records, city directories, birth and death certificates, photos uploaded by others, Census through 1940 and so much more. There is a fee to subscribe to Ancestry, but if you join for six months and do a little every week, you should finish in that time.

On Family Search (familysearch.org) you will likely find information that you can’t find anywhere else (for example, some of it goes back as far as Europe), but you have to be careful. Use Family Search as a hunting ground and verify information elsewhere.

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If you’ve never done genealogy, consider taking a class to get started. This might be a good winter project, with the end result benefiting your family for generations to come.

Matilda Charles regrets that she cannot personally answer reader questions, but will incorporate them into her column whenever possible. Write to her in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send e-mail to [email protected].


Ever wondered why leaves change color in the fall, and how these leaves manage to display such beauty?

Plants, like trees, produce their own food from the sun and absorb water through their roots. By fall’s end, leaves stop producing food due to less sunlight, water and cooler temperatures. Chlorophyll production, which keeps leaves green all summer begins to decrease. Therefore, other pigments that were always present like reds, yellows, oranges and browns begin to show until, eventually, all deciduous trees drop their leaves and become dormant until spring arrives. Warm days and cool nights in the fall produce the most vibrant leaves. The summer drought may even prolong the changing colors! The peak of fall color change in Michigan is usually seen in mid October.

The Farmington Hills Nature Center offers numerous opportunities to enjoy the beauty of the fall season at Heritage Park. Forest Fitness is a brisk walk each Thursday from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. for all fitness levels. If you’d like o learn more about why leaves change color, come out for a Fall Color Walk on Wednesday, Oct 10. If that’s not enough, enjoy Hayrides and a campfire every Friday night through the fall season, with added Saturday rides in October!

For more information about nature programs or fall foliage visit the Farmington Hills Nature Center in Heritage Park of call 248-477-1135

The Colors of AutumnBy: Ann Petrous

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now includes some sporting goods and small appliances. Check your local store, as down payments vary by state.

Best Buy has a layaway program at selected stores. Items must total more than $250, and you’ll pay a hefty 25 percent down as well as a nonrefundable 5 percent layaway fee. You’ll make payments every two weeks until it’s paid for. Many items don’t qualify for layaway: Clearance, limited quantity, closeout and promotional items aren’t eligible.

Kmart’s layaway seems to be the same as last year: $5 to open an account, $10 cancellation fee, and $15 down payment (or 10 percent if greater). Make a payment every two weeks during an eight-week contract.

Sears offers layaway with $5 to open an account, $20 down (or 20 percent if greater) and a $15 cancellation fee. Payments are made every two weeks for an eight-week contract.

Toys “R” Us layaway requires a 20 percent down payment and a $5 service fee, but

To snag more of your holiday shopping dollars, one big-box store is extending its layaway season by a month and changing the rules.

Walmart’s layaway season starts in mid-September, one month early this year, giving customers a full 90-day layaway period. You’ll put down 10 percent of your total (or $10, if greater). Each individual item must cost more than $15, and your whole purchase must be more than $50. The benefit is that your account fee payment ($15, up from $5 last year) will be refunded to you in a gift card if you complete the layaway contract. The number of products has expanded as well, and

New Layaway OptionsBy David Uffington

MoneyBitscustomers have 90 days to pay. Half the total must be paid by the 45-day mark.

A typical layaway transaction involves a 10 percent to 20 percent down payment and a $5 service fee to open the account. Payments are made weekly until the items are paid for. Generally, there’s a $10 fee for cancellation.

As the holiday shopping season gets under way, keep your eyes open for other stores to follow Walmart’s lead with more attractive layaway options.

If in doubt, call your favorite stores and ask whether they have layaway programs. With stores wanting to capture all the consumer dollars they can get this season, stores that have never had a program before might have one now.David Uffington regrets that he cannot personally answer reader questions, but will incorporate them into his column whenever possible. Write to him in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send e-mail to [email protected].



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In the penultimate regular-season race, Denny Hamlin became the only driver to win four races to date, meaning that he will be the top seed. Hamlin, 31, has won the two most recent races at Bristol Motor Speedway and Atlanta Motor Speedway.

Hamlin came close to winning the championship in 2010, when he led Jimmie Johnson entering the final race at Homestead-Miami Speedway.

“I did an interview at the beginning of last year, and I said, ‘Just put me back in the same situation, and I promise I’ll win the championship when we leave Homestead.’ All

I can hope is for that opportunity again, and if I do, I’m going to live in the moment and focus everything I can do to win that race instead of worrying about the outcome,” Hamlin said. “I’m going to have a lot more fun and enjoy it.”

For each of his four victories, Hamlin, from Chesterfield, Va., will receive three bonus points. The 12 Chase drivers will each

be awarded 2,000 base points. The two wild-card selections are ineligible for bonus points. Hamlin could win a fifth race in the regular-season finale at Richmond International Raceway, the track closest to his hometown. By the same token, a victory by Jimmie Johnson, Brad Keselowski or Tony Stewart would result in a tie at the top when the Chase commences on Sept. 16 at Chicagoland Speedway.

Stewart ranks 10th in the standings, only 18 points ahead of 11th-place Kasey Kahne. Even if Stewart falls to 11th, he would still make the Chase as a wild-card entrant, but in order for Stewart to receive bonus points for his three victories, he would have to remain in the top 10.

Preservation of the status quo in Richmond’s Federated Auto Parts 400 would put Kahne and Kyle Busch in the wild-card spots. A Richmond victory could still put either Jeff Gordon, Marcos Ambrose, Ryan Newman or Joey Logano in the field. The long shot is Carl Edwards, who must win at Richmond and make up 27 points on Busch.Monte Dutton covers motorsports for The Gaston (N.C.) Gazette. E-mail Monte at [email protected].(c) 2012 King Features Synd., Inc.

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A: The March release of Disney’s “John Carter” is indeed based on Burroughs’ Barsoom book series, which were published in various magazines as a serial from 1912 to 1943. Because of their popularity, they were then published as their own book series from 1917 to 1964. The film, however, didn’t prove to be quite so popular. It was received with mixed reviews and a dismal box-office take. The film was originally planned to be a trilogy, but that plan is on hold because of the film’s poor reception by moviegoers. “John Carter” is available on DVD and Bluray, so you can see for yourself whether it deserves a sequel.Q: I am a die-hard “Young and the Restless” fan. I have a question about the actress who plays Katherine Chancellor in the series. I heard that she has sons who are also actors. Could it be the Baldwins? -- Janet C., Battle Creek, Mich.

A: Jeanne Cooper, who’s played matriarch Katherine Chancellor on the series since 1973, does indeed have children (two sons, one daughter) who are actors: Corbin, Collin and Caren. The eldest is Corbin Bernsen, who is best known for playing Arnold Becker on “L.A. Law” and Roger Dorn in “Major League.” He plays the recurring role of Father Todd Williams on his mom’s show,

and he also is a series regular on the USA’s “Psych.”Q: What was Emily VanCamp in before she was on “Revenge”? I recognized her as soon as I saw her, but I cannot remember from what!-- Iris V., Suffolk, Va.

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ABC on its new night and time, Sundays at 9/8c.Q: When will Syfy’s “Merlin” be back for its fifth season? Please tell me it has not been canceled. -- Gregory D., via e-mail

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