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16 | OHCC LIVING | NOVEMBER 2025 | Please join us for Line Dancing Fun and the Magic of Music! Level 1: Tuesday, 10:30 – 11:30 am, Cost $5 Level 2: Monday, 12:30 – 2 pm, Cost $7 Level 3: Tuesday, 12 – 1:30 pm, Cost $10 Please visit our superb website: https://ohccvillagelinedan.wixsite.com/linedancing For information, call our president Drora Oren at (801) 673-0140. So many questions! Who let the dogs out? Who decided what is a flower versus a weed? I can only grow weeds. I'm a MOAP – a murderer of all plants. Who opened that first oyster and said, "Doesn't this look yummy?" Do fish get thirsty? Why doesn't glue stick to the inside of a bottle? Why do your feet smell and your nose run? Why do you get on a bus and a train but get into a car? Why do people duck in the rain? Do they really think the rain won't hit them? Do one-legged ducks swim in a circle? My brain at 3 am: I see you are trying to sleep, so I would like to offer you a selection of every memory, unresolved issue, or things I should have said or done today, or in the past 40 years. Why do people say sleep like a baby? Babies wake every two hours crying. I want to sleep like my cat, 14 hours straight and not a care in the world. Amen! Who decided that it's okay to scratch an itch over one's entire body except for the parts of the body that itch the most? Who decided it's rude to pass gas? Just think of how much easier our lives would be if we could all just let loose. Amen! Did you know that if you garden naked, your neighbor will build a privacy fence at no cost to you? Just a thought. Thought for the day … At the end of the day, remind yourself that you did the best you could today, and this is good enough. Written by Carole with an E Line Dancers How do seniors remember all the dance routines? Great question! Seniors who master multiple dance routines often rely on a mix of mental strategies, physical conditioning, and social reinforcement to keep those moves sharp. Here's how they do it: Mental Techniques • Chunking: They break routines into smaller, manageable sections—like learning a few counts at a time. • Visualization: Many dancers mentally rehearse steps, picturing themselves performing the routine before physically doing it. • Repetition: Regular practice helps encode the movements into muscle memory, making recall automatic over time. Physical Conditioning • Muscle Memory: With consistent practice, the body "remembers" the movements even if the mind momentarily forgets. • Rhythm and Music Cues: Music acts as a powerful trigger— certain beats or melodies cue specific movements. Social And Emotional Boosts • Group Practice: Dancing with others reinforces memory through shared cues and corrections. • Emotional Connection: Seniors often choose dances that bring joy or nostalgia, which strengthens memory retention. • Teaching Others: Some seniors lead classes or help peers, which deepens their own understanding and recall. Cognitive Health • Staying Mentally Active: Dancing itself is a cognitive workout — it improves coordination, focus, and memory. • Healthy Lifestyle: Good sleep, nutrition, and hydration all support brain function and memory. It's not just about remembering steps, it's about connecting movement with music, emotion, and community. Do you want to explore how dance benefits brain health more broadly? Written by Gloria Lipitz Ocean Hills Dance Troupe https://ohccvillagelinedan.wixsite.com/linedancing My brain at 3 am: I see you are trying to sleep, so I would like to offer you a selection of every memory, unresolved issue, or things I should have said or done today, or in the past 40 years. Why do people say sleep like a baby? Babies wake every two hours crying. I want to sleep like my cat, 14 hours