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me feel calm and relaxed.” As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, one of Maurin’s sketches, entitled When you walk into Mae Belle “Swirls,” was featured on the Maurin’s Metairie home, dozens cover of a limited-edition cofof colorful sketches cover her bedroom walls, creating a gallery fee — “Valentina” — produced by of sunsets, beaches, landscapes Orleans Coffee Company, to recand flowers. ognize Seghers-Maurin, one of its Along the edge of the ceiling, employees and a two-time breast strings of tiny multicolored lights cancer survivor. blink off and on. “I was shocked,” Seghers-Mau“My favorite colors are pink rin said of the coffee creation. “I and green,” said Maurin, the am truly humbled and grateful daughter of Chris and Mae Belle for both of us.” Seghers-Maurin. “Drawing makes From the sales of each bag of
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coffee, the company donated $1 to Ochsner’s Breast Cancer Surgery Recovery Fund that helps patients with nonmedical costs like transportation, groceries and utilities, as well as financial aid for basic needs and treatmentrelated expenses such as medication, wigs and prosthetics. More than 250 bags of coffee were sold. The “Valentina” label was taken from a thank-you card SeghersMaurin wrote to her employer
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Older pets a perfect fit for a more relaxed lifestyle. Adopt one now. November is National Adopt a Senior Pet Month, a time to shine a light on the oftenoverlooked older pets waiting in shelters and rescues. Being in a shelter is hard for any animal, but for seniors — who may have spent a decade or more with a family — the experience can be devastating. They don’t understand Traci why they are suddenly in a Howerton shelter. They are scared and ANIMAL confused, and some even RESCUE shut down and lose hope. Sadly, many senior pets end up surrendered when their owners can no longer care for them or when agerelated health issues appear. But behind the gray muzzles and slower steps are loving, loyal companions with plenty of life — and love — left to give. In 2020, my family adopted our dog, Romeo, when he was 10 years old. He had lived with the same family since puppyhood before landing in a shelter and eventually being rescued by ARNO. It took time for him to trust us, but patience and love worked their magic. Now, at 15, he’s our affectionate lap dog who relishes every belly rub and treat. His eyesight and hearing may have gone, but his spirit hasn’t. He still lets me know how he feels after getting a bath and demands his chicken and apple treats. Watching him enjoy his golden years reminds us daily how special it is to give an older animal a second chance.
‘Senior’ is misleading The word “senior” can make people think of frailty, but that’s far from the truth. Many older pets remain active and playful for years. Dogs and cats are generally considered seniors around 7 to 9 years old, but that’s just a number. Small dog breeds can live 16 to 20 years or longer, and cats often reach their late teens or even 20s. Larger breeds may have shorter life spans, but with good nutrition, regular vet care and exercise, many now live well into their teens thanks to advancements in veterinary medicine.
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The Treme Fall Festival second-line walks through the neighborhood.
Fall in Treme
The 10th annual Treme Fall Festival, at the St. Augustine Catholic Church yard and surrounding neighborhood in New Orleans, featured food, arts and crafts and live music by Kermit Ruffins and Shamarr Allen, plus a secondline through the STAFF PHOTOS BY DAVID GRUNFELD neighborhood. The 10th anniversary of the Treme Fall Festival second-lines through the neighborhood ä More photos. PAGE 10G Saturday in New Orleans.