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Baseball opens doors, brings light to life for Stettler senior STACEY LAVALLIE WEEKENDER REPORTER When Fred Bozek’s wife Lucille died of cancer just months short of their 50th wedding anniversary, it plunged the Stettler man into a deep, dark depression that trapped him in the home he had shared with his wife. For weeks, he didn’t want to see anyone, go outside, or do more than the basic chores of living. After all, the woman he had known for more of his life than not, was gone. “It was my baseball buddies, and my hockey buddies, who got me through it,� Bozek said, sitting at a baseball diamond in West Stettler Park, baseball glove on one hand, neon-bright ball in the other. “They kept at me, saying how they missed having me out to play.� Bozek credits those friends, and the sports that draw them together, for pulling him out of the dark dungeon of despair Lucille’s passing had thrown him into. Now, while he still misses her, he’s moving on with life, spry and active and smiling. Bozek recently returned from St. George, Utah, where he played baseball for the 65+ Pals and the 70+ Muggin’z. The two teams took silver in their categories, something Bozek is very proud of. After all, more than 400 baseball teams compete at the Huntsman World Senior Games, and many don’t see a medal round game. Bozek, on the other hand, has collected a double-fistfull of medals in his 11 years of competition. “I’m going to play until I can’t,�
Bozek said. He turns 73 in November, and is as spry as a man in his 50s. “I’m very fortunate. All those years working, inhaling grain dust. I never wore a mask, my lungs should be shot.� Hard labour could have affected his hands, elbows or shoulders or wrecked his knees, but Bozek credits remaining active in sports despite being a busy father and adult, for keeping him nimble. “I can play all positions but they usually put me in centre-field,� he said. “Some of these guys are wearing knee braces, but I can still run pretty good. And it’s a hitting game, so I need to run after that ball.� The Hunstman World Senior Games not only has baseball, but many other sports. There’s basketball, archery, racquetball, pickleball, golf, cycling, bowling, tennis, track and field, triathlon, walking, dancing, shuffleboard, and volleyball, to name a few. “I’ve never seen women so tall,� Bozek said of witnessing a 60+ women’s volleyball game. “Their legs go on forever.� Bozek, who also plays on the Stettler Old Sox locally, has been going down to Utah for 11 years, and is in active pursuit of the 15-yearring. That means he needs another four trips back to Utah, playing on his baseball teams. “I’ll get there, health permitting,� he said. “You never know what can happen.� Not only did being active in sports brighten his life after Lucille’s passing, but it’s given him so much happiness in general, he said.
“A lot of kids, they get to 20, 21, 22, and they think they’re done,� he said. “Work bogs them down, they don’t have time. But take time. There’s sports out there. And it helps so much.� Sporting events like the Huntsman Games and Alberta 55+ Games help people remember there’s sports for adults, too. “I have people come up to me and say, ‘Why are you playing kids games?’ Who says they’re kids games?� Bozek said. “When you see some of these 80-year-olds playing sports you think that a young man couldn’t keep up. It’s pretty amazing.� Bozek considers himself and others like him who remain in sports into their golden years as ambassadors for active living, visible and real proof that remaining in sports helps people remain healthy and active years beyond those who find themselves crippled by sedentary lifestyles. “When I stayed at home (after Lucille’s death), I stiffened up and ached all the time,� he noted. He added that it took a bit of time to work himself back into sports, going at the pace his body allowed, but now it’s like he never took a break. Sports has opened many doors and provided many opportunities for Bozek over the years. He’s travelled and played ball in the United States and in Europe and has met all sorts of people normal through chances that he wouldn’t have had in everyday life working in the grain industry. continued on page 2
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Despite the bright sunlight, Fred Bozek lines up neatly under a pop fly, which descends into his glove with no problem.
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Holiday season meal tips when you’re pinched for time Much of the holiday season can seem like a blur, during which busy men and women spend much of their time running here and there. Holiday supplies need to be purchased, homes need to be decorated and gifts must be bought and wrapped. During the busy holiday season, men and women pressed for time may be tempted to turn to the convenience of fast food come mealtime. While these fast foods may be convenient, the cost of dining out each night and the lack of adequate nutrition may not justify the convenience. But no matter how busy men and women may be during the holiday season, there are still ways to eat healthy meals that don’t take much time to prepare. Prep work Meal preparation can take a lot of time. But buying ingredients in advance, and saving the trouble of last-minute trips to the grocery store, can make prep work go much more smoothly and quickly. Devote some time on the weekend to stocking up on ingredients you will need for the week ahead. Stock up on storage con-
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An intriguing and gripping concoction Minding your own business. That’s what you were doing…well, mostly. You weren’t bothering anybody, it’s true, but you were contemplating mischief, just to keep things interesting but not enough to get yourself in trouble. And yet, that’s what happened – to you, and to Ada in the new adult novel “After Alice ” by Gregory Maguire. Fifteen-year-old Lydia C l ow d , not-quitegrown-up, not-quitechild, hated when her widowed father told her to mind her younger sister, Alice. Alice was such a strange child. Once, Lydia found her beneath the bed their mother died in, lying still as marble, staring at the underside of the mattress. She was an odd little girl, so it was no surprise to Lydia when Miss Armstrong, the Vicar’s family governess, came looking for Alice near the river. A c t u a l l y, Miss Armstrong was looking for Ada , her charge, who’d never been beyond the Vicarage walls alone but had somehow gotten away from Miss Armstrong and was now missing. Ada and Alice were friends, so it stood to reason that if Miss Armstrong could find Alice , Ada would be nearby. But both girls were gone. Lydia knew that Alice hadn’t snuck home; she’d know because, well, she just would. Her father’s kitchen help hadn’t seen Alice , either. Mr. Clowd was entertaining Mr. Charles
TERRI SCHLICHENMEYER Darwin and an American visitor, so he couldn’t help in the search. And Miss Armstrong was simply beside herself with worry. And then the little dark boy, a former slave who was traveling with the American, went missing, too. Surely, the children were together. They’d be found soon. Escaping from the Vicarage was a delicious thrill for Ada Boyce. Never had she gone so far alone, not with the problems she had with her spine and her legs. Miss Armstrong was always around – except this time, when a hiding Ada accidentally slipped into a hole and fell and fell and fell to another world where caterpillars talked, cats grinned, and playing cards battled. It was a world where Queens threatened beheadings, and where Ada was certain she’d find Alice . But Ada was not alone… I have to admit, I was intrigued by “After Alice” – before I got so thoroughly lost that I had absolutely no clue what was going on. It’s obvious that this is a re-imagining of the fa-
mous Lewis Carroll tale, but author Gregory Maguire also mashes in other fairy tales and nursery rhymes, which was befuddling but I persevered. There had to be a pay-off to sticking around. Boy, was there. Maguire tweaks Carroll’s story here and there, creates a whole other subplot, and throws in a heartbreaking turning point that Carroll would never have seen coming but that changes the tone of this book completely. Indeed, once I relaxed into the nonsense (and isn’t that what Alice Through the Looking Glass mostly is?), I enjoyed it a lot. I think you will, too, particularly if you’re a Maguire fan or if you love Alice, too. My advice is to start “After Alice ,” stick with it, and the blended plot…? You won’t mind.
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Company Overview: Zedi Inc. (Zedi) provides integrated services, applications, and technology to oil and gas producers to help efficiently manage their production operations. Having established a leadership position in our base market, we continue to grow globally by operating in 25 countries around the world. Our expertise helps producers increase revenue while reducing operating costs and ensuring regulatory compliance. Job Description/Duties: Zedi is recruiting a Crane Operator/Truck Driver, for its operations in Western Canada. This role will be responsible for: • Providing customer service to Zedi customers Western Canada (AB, SK, Man) • Load and deliver all types of oilfield equipment • Operate Knuckle Boom Crane • Tow large trailers with many different types of Cargo Qualifications: • Oil and gas heavy haul transportation background is a must • Strong client relationship skills • Strong decision making and problem solving skills • Strong team player, capable of performing in a fast-paced deadline driven environment • Able to deal with confidential information with a high degree of diplomacy and good judgment • Class 5 with Air Endorsement or Class 1 ` • Clean Drivers Abstract • Lifting and Rigging Certificate or equivalent To Apply: Forward your PDF or Microsoft Word formatted resume in confidence to careers@zedi.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest in Zedi, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
CARETAKER – BIG VALLEY VILLAS SENIOR’S SELF CONTAINED RESIDENCE Part Time Contract Position • Collecting rents from the 12 units (2 x 6-plexes) • Coordinate move ins and move outs • Assist residents with maintenance concerns • Perform minor maintenance • Coordinate work done by contractors • Yard work including mowing lawns and shoveling snow • On call for maintenance emergencies • Cell phone provided in order to handle emergency maintenance calls 24/7 • Must be organized, have a mechanical ability and able to deal with seniors • We require the ability to produce a Criminal Record Check This is a rewarding position with the opportunity to help seniors in the community. FOR MORE INFOMATION, PLEASE CONTACT Betty Tschritter, CAO at 403.742.2953 Fax resume to 403.742.3199 or email to betty.tschritter@stettlerhousing.com Please submit your resume by 4:00 p.m. October 30, 2015. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Buy & Sell #1500 - #1990 Aircraft ..............................1510 Antiques & Art ..................1520 Auctions ............................1530 Bicycles ............................1540 Building Supplies ..............1550 Business Machines ..........1560 Cameras & Accessories ..1570 Children’s Items ................1580 Clothing ............................1590 Computers ........................1600 Concert & Event Tickets ..1610 Equipment - Misc. ............1620 Equipment - Heavy ..........1630 Tools ................................1640 Farmers’ Market & Food Basket......................1650 Firewood ..........................1660 Lumber ............................1670 Garden Supplies ..............1680 Lawn Tractors ..................1690 Health, Dietary, Beauty ....1700 Household Appliances......1710 Household Furnishings ....1720 TV’s, Stereos, VCR’s ........1730 Hot Tubs & Accessories ..1740 Jewellery ..........................1750 Kid’s Deals........................1755 Misc. For Sale ..................1760 Musical Instruments..........1770 Music Lessons..................1780 Piano & Organs ................1790 Office Supplies ................1800 Pets & Supplies ................1810 Pet Services ....................1820 Cats ..................................1830 Dogs ................................1840 Sports Cards ....................1850 Sporting Goods ................1860 Collectors’ Items ..............1870 Swap, Barter & Trade ......1880 Travel Packages ..............1900 Wedding Supplies ............1910 Recycled Products............1920 Wanted to Buy ..................1930 Items to Give Away ..........1940
UPCOMING SALES Wednesdays @ 6 pm. Estate Auction Sun. Oct. 25, 12 noon 5910-60 Ave. Ponoka, AB Oct. 28 & Nov. 25 & Dec. 2, 9 & 16 at The Moose Hall, 2 miles south of Ponoka on Hwy. 2A ~~~~~ TO BOOK YOUR SALE CALL 403-782-5693 Check website for full listings www.bigstrapperauctions.net
Agricultural #2000 - #2290 Farm Equipment ..............2010 Haying Equipment ............2020 Tractors ............................2030 Combines & Headers ......2040 Fertilizer Equipment..........2050 Misc. Farm Machinery ......2060 Equipment Wanted ..........2070 Farm Custom Work ..........2080 Farm Auctions ..................2090 Livestock ..........................2100 Livestock - Exotic..............2110 Sheep ..............................2120 Poultry ..............................2130 Horses ..............................2140 Horse Boarding ................2150 Riding Supplies ................2160 Horse/Stock Trailers ........2170 Pasture Wanted ................2180 Grain, Feed, Hay ..............2190 Seed Grain ......................2200 Seeding & Tillage ............2210
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THREE (3) 1984-1985 White 8920 Combines w/ direct drive or gear boxes for threshing. Shedded. Field ready. (780)764-2152 or (780)718-0746
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CHAROLAIS COWS for sale, dispersal herd. Phone 403-740-0054.
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4 bedroom house for rent, it has 2 bathrooms, 2 bedrooms downstairs, 2 bedrooms upstairs, 6 appliances, 2 car garage & hot tub. Next door to Gus Wetter School in Castor. Great for family. It’s for $850/mo. plus utilities. Phone 403-882-2848. SMALL house in Donalda w/private deck, fenced yard, garage, can be 1 or 2 bdrm. $700/mo. + utils, n/s, 403-883-2819
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3 BDRM., 11/2 bath, townhouse, near hospital and golf course, references. Call Norma at Sutton Realty, 403-742-7815.
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Acreages/Farms ..............3255 Houses/Duplexes ............3260 Suites ..............................3270 Rooms..............................3280 Manufactured Homes ......3290 Housesitting Wanted ........3300 Garage Space..................3310 Storage Space ................3320 Stores/Commercial ..........3330 Office Space ....................3340 Industrial ..........................3350 Warehouse Space............3360 Resorts & Cottages..........3370 Pasture/Land....................3380 Mobile Lot ........................3390
Neat 4 bedroom house, available 1 December. Small low maintenance garden. Lounge, dining, kitchen, laundry, large TV room, den, 2 ї bathroom, second kitchen in basement, new appliances. House upgraded. Large attached heated double garage,. Close to shops, churches and schools. Smoke and pet free. Long term contract possible. Rent $1400/mo. 587-282-0700
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Acreages/Farms ..............3010 Houses/Duplexes ............3020 Condos/Townhouses........3030 Manufactured Homes ......3040 Four Plexes/Six Plexes ....3050 Suites ..............................3060 Cottages/Seasonal ..........3070 Roommates Wanted ........3080 Rooms for Rent................3090 Motels/Hotels ..................3100 Offices ..............................3110 Stores/Commercial ..........3120 Industrial ..........................3130 Warehouse Space............3140 Garage Space..................3150 Storage Space ................3160 Land ................................3170 Pasture ............................3180 Mobile Lot ........................3190 Misc. for Rent ..................3200
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Newer, nicely appointed 2 bedroom with den area, 1.5 bathroom unit in quiet 4-plex. Beautiful kitchen with corner pantry, white wood blinds on all windows, in-suite laundry. Small deck off dining room, nicely landscaped, fenced yard. Central to all amenities in Stettler. $1000/mo. plus utilities. Available November 1. PH: 403-740-2547
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1 BDRM upstairs bachelor suite, quiet tenants with references. Call Norma at Sutton Realty, 403-742-7815. 2 BDRM suite in tri-plex unit, rent/dd $850, ref. req., avail. Contact Clint at 403-742-9729 BEST RENTAL VALUE IN STETTLER 1 & 2 Bedroom, furnished kitchenette suites. All utilities, cable, internet. Avail. immediately Kimberly 403-690-5828
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2006 SUZUKI Kingcab 700, 3500 kms, good shape, $5,500. 2001 Honda Foreman 450ES, 2254 kms, excellent shape, $4,500. Phone Dave 403-741-6776.
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SW-28-37-14-W4 Approx. 147 acres hay/pasture with dugout. NW-28-37-14-W4 Approx. 140 acres hay with dugout. $5,020 combined oil revenue per year. Please include 8% unconditional deposit of bid per quarter. Any or all bids not necessarily accepted. Deadline is Nov. 6/15. Subject to Ɠnancing within 30 days of acceptance. Mail bids to: Jerry & Joanne Wiechnik - Land Tenders Box 103, Stettler, AB, T0C 2L0 Cheques will be returned to unsuccessful bidders.
How to make your volunteering efforts a success Volunteering is a great way for charitable men and women to give back to their communities. Many nonprofit organizations rely on the unsung contributions of volunteers to meet their mission statements, which may otherwise never be realized. When seeking volunteer opportunities, men and women can quickly become overwhelmed by the volume of options available to them. But not all volunteering opportunities are equal, so prospective volunteers who want to be certain their efforts make a difference can take the following steps as they search for the right situation. • Determine what you can offer. Before beginning your search for a volunteering opportunity, determine what you have to offer and what you hope to offer. Prospective volunteers with extensive business experience may serve best by offering their professional expertise to a fledgling nonprofit organization, while athletic men and women may find coaching provides the best chance to combine their skillset and experience with their desire to give back. • Determine how much time you can offer. Some volunteer opportunities are more demanding than others, so figure out in advance how much of your time you can realistically devote to volunteering. Can you volunteer on weeknights or just weekends? Which times of day are you available to volunteer? Answering these questions in advance will ensure you find a volunteering opportunity that won’t prove too much, or too little, to handle. • Find something you want to do. As previously noted, sometimes the volunteers who get the most out of their experiences are those who offer their expertise in a given area. But it’s perfectly alright to look for
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According to The Kidney Foundation of Canada, as many as 50 per cent of people with diabetes may show signs of kidney damage, prompting the need for effective dialogue between patients and their physicians about declining kidney function and the need to treat at an early stage. Your Kidney Health Matters is an education campaign launched to increase understanding of the implications of kidney disease in type 2 diabetes management. “In Canada, diabetes is the leading cause of kidney disease. High blood sugar from diabetes and high blood pressure can damage kidneys,” said Paul Kidston, National President of The Kidney Foundation of Canada. “It is essential for people with type 2 diabetes to talk to their doctor about having their kidneys checked at the time of diagnosis, and to make it a regular part of their medical check-ups. They should also discuss all the ways to effectively manage diabetes to help prevent or delay the loss of kidney function.” Treating chronic kidney disease According to the Canadian Diabetes Association’s 2013 Clinical Practice Guidelines, it is possible to slow the progression of kidney disease through intensive glycemic control and optimization of blood pressure. Kidney disease may start slowly and progress over a number of years, and without treatment, kidneys will
eventually fail (known as End-Stage Renal Disease). At this stage, dialysis or a kidney transplant is required. Chronic kidney disease is defined as the presence of kidney damage, or a decreased level of kidney function, for a period of three months or more. All individuals with chronic kidney disease are at high risk for cardiovascular events, such as heart attack and stroke. Greater awareness about the link between diabetes and kidney disease is important. As kidney disease progresses the rate of decline of kidney function can accelerate. As kidney function changes, treatments should be modified, including diabetes medications used for glycemic control. “Since the efficacy of some type 2 diabetes medications decreases with declining kidney function, there is a need for effective treatments that tightly manage glycemic control at any level of kidney function,” said Dr. Andrew W. Steele, FRCPC, Medical Director and Chief of Nephrology, Lakeridge Health Corporation and Lead Nephrologist Ontario Renal Network, Central East Local Health Integration Network. “The good news is that there are oral medications to lower blood sugar in type 2 diabetes that can be initiated and the starting dose continued at all stages of kidney function, which means patients can start and stay on the same dose even if their kidney function changes.”
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