Like asparagus and anything that includes the word sprouts, you have to doctor the hell out of them to be able to eat. Kind of a waste, on many levels.
WTF did she leave Vegas for Naples Fla?? Everybody in Naples is retired and they live and die for/with coupons. Does she take coupons? Maybe some early bird action in the afternoons? Does she know Robert Kraft? Generally require more info before arriving at a "would ya" answer.
My wife has a Turkish Evil Eye bracelet. She now has a single "evil eye," that goes on the clasp on her chain, so people don't talk behind your back. Not sure if it works but may be worth a try?