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Cover Story Carla Lorence
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Are you following your path? Or that of what you think is expected of you? Is what you are doing truly making you happy? Or are you left feeling unfulfilled and unmotivated? This month’s cover story featuring Carla Lorence really hit home for me. I keep coming across Photo by Kiriako Iatridis things I feel I was meant to see - do you ever get that feeling – seeing/ hearing words you need to see at a particular moment to keep on keeping on? Maybe it’s because our paths are similar – following creative pursuits rather than sticking out the ‘traditional roads’ we both seemed to be on. But I feel like there is a bigger and more universal connection here: finding the path to self-actualization and happiness. Ever since choosing a road I feel is leading me to more contentment, personally and professionally, signs that I am doing the right thing appear all around me, each time I look for them and a lot of times when I least expect them. And, when stories like that of Carla’s are told, it reiterates (for me at least) that following your own path and trusting your own instinct, will only lead you to success. So what is your dream? Are you working toward it? My advice is to put it out to the universe. Visualize it first, and then work on actualizing. You will be surprised how quickly good changes can occur. Before you know it, you will be doing something that not only brings you joy, but that impact others in positives ways as well.
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It’s no secret that Regina’s Cathedral area is a driving force
“We are such a good balance,” says Lorence. “He has been
behind the city’s blossoming arts and culture scene. Be-
super supportive since the beginning.”
tween annual events like the Cathedral Village Arts Festival and charming local retailers and eateries peppered along 13th Avenue, the neighbourhood is constantly bustling with locals and tourists drawn in by its vibrant, community-driven atmosphere. It comes as no surprise, then, that when the doors to the Cathedral Art School and Studio opened last August, the new addition to the community was welcomed with open arms.
Lorence explained that the Cathedral Art School and Studio grew out of a casual conversation with her husband about ways to tackle her desire to make and teach art. Three years’ worth of planning and a significant investment of time, resources and energy later, she was able to turn a fleeting idea into a delightful reality. In order to fully “take the leap,” Lorence chose to tender her
“It has truly been an awesome year and the feedback I’ve received has been wonderful,” says founder Carla Lorence. “I can’t believe how fast a year has gone by!” Lorence’s decision to set up shop in the Cathedral area was, in fact, serendipitous. While in transit one afternoon, a ‘For Rent’ sign posted in the window of what would become the school’s future home, happened to catch her eye. Eager to seize the opportunity to join an area already synonymous with art and creativity, Lorence wasted no time inquiring and became en-
resignation from the Prairie Valley School Division where she had spent eleven years teaching in the elementary school system. She maintains that her decision to forgo the stability and security of a full-time job in favour of the unknown was one of the best decisions she’s made to date. “This is exactly where I need to be,” she says. “I am so incredibly glad I did it.” Lorence explained that over time the demanding nature of the teaching profession took its toll on her, causing a feeling of
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“This is exactly where I need to be. I am so incredibly glad I did it.”
amored with the space within moments of setting foot inside. “It was a total fluke, but the space is so right for what we’re doing,” says Lorence about the studio’s open environment, complete with tall, curved ceilings and a unique allure characteristic of many of the community’s residential and commercial properties. “Our goal at the school is to create a fun, nurturing and artistic experience without judgment or expectation.” For Lorence, her foray into the business world was altogether unexpected. Formally trained as an educator, she confessed to embarking on her journey to found the Cathedral Art School and Studio with little to no business sense. Lorence credits her success in large part to the assistance and mentorship she received from the Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan Inc., (http://www.womenentrepreneurs.sk.ca/) and, above all, the constant love and support from her husband, Jody. Jody has dedicated countless hours to assisting with accounting
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disconnect from her artistic side. She knew the time was right to find an alternate way to harmoniously bring her passions together. Now, as the owner and operator of her own independent school and studio, Lorence is able to actively pursue her love of art full-time, while still being able to teach and work with children. “You only get this one life, and in order to be happy, I needed to do what I wanted to do,” she says. “I knew I needed art to be the majority of my life, but I never would have guessed that this would be how I would make that happen.” Lorence’s love affair with art and the creative process took deep roots at an early age. She recalled flipping through the pages of her mother’s sketchbook in complete awe of her talent and ability. “I remember thinking to myself, ‘Wow! My mom is an artist!’ I knew I wanted to be just like her.”
and other business logistics, and even built all of the school’s
As Lorence moved through elementary, high school and into
tables and countertops.
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and projects that incorporated visual arts. From winning first prize at colouring contests to eliciting positive feedback from family, friends, peers and colleagues, Lorence gained tremendous confidence that, in turn, motivated her to continue to hone her talents.
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“When you feel like you’ve done a good job at something, you come away with more confidence and you’re more likely to do it again,” she says. In line with this is her goal for the school to serve as a vehicle for youth and adults alike to feel comfortable to explore their creative potentials and, in doing so, bolster their sense of confidence and self-esteem. Even though Lorence is now a recognized professional in Regina’s artistic community and commissions pieces for diverse clientele, she is still humbled by the sheer joy the act of creating brings her. When asked which words best capture that experience, she chose “peacefulness” and “stillness.” She explained that the process is very sacred to her as it allows for balance in a society otherwise consumed with busyness. From a professional standpoint, Lorence’s artistic focus has recently shifted from painting to pottery. She can often be found seated at a pottery wheel exploring textures, shapes and colours suited to her mood. She described the experience of sitting down at a wheel as cathartic, in that she is suddenly and completely able to let go of her thoughts, fears, worries and plans. “When it comes to art, I just do it,” she says. “My focus is on the process, so I’m not overly technical in how I approach it. It just sort of happens! For me, art is about creating what feels right at that moment. All I’m doing is creating what comes.” Her inherently organic approach aligns well with her guiding philosophy about creating art: that the process of creating is much more important than the physical product itself. Lorence is also a big believer in self-expression and individuality. It is for this reason, the courses and workshops offered through the Cathedral Art School move away from what she describes as “cookie-cutter art,” where students are provided rigid guidelines and expected to achieve the same end result. She feels this undermines the very personal nature of the creative process. Whether she is working with a six year old or a sixty year old, a first-timer or a seasoned professional, Lorence’s advice remains the same: keep learning, keep experimenting and keep creating. “Everyone is capable of being creative,” she says. “It’s just a matter of whether you are willing to sit down and let your creative energy out. I tell students not to worry about the product, but to allow themselves to be creative for the time they’re [at the studio].”
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A growing Cathedral Art School community is proof that Lorence has been successful in cultivating a safe and supportive environment wherein her students are free to explore different mediums and indulge their curiousities. Of special note is her involvement as a service provider for Creative Kids (http://
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Art is about creating what feels right at that moment. All I’m doing is creating what comes.
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I love being in a class and watching people walk around the room paying compliments to their peers on things like colour choice. Together we are building a very nurturing community.
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www.creativekidssask.ca/), a not-for-profit organization that
is clear that the kind of service she and her colleagues provide
assists in funding artistic opportunities for children from low-
is not only needed, but also appreciated.
income families. She is grateful for the opportunity to witness her students grow through their art by sharing ideas, feedback and experiences with their fellow classmates. “I love being in a class and watching people walk around the room paying compliments to their peers on things like colour choice. Together we are building a very nurturing community.”
“Every time a student comes and shares with me how a particular class or their studio time has positively enhanced their lives, I know I’m doing what I was meant to do,” she says. The school and studio welcomes students and artists of all ages and levels of experience. Registration for the Fall 2014 schedule – posted to the school’s website – opened on August
An overwhelming positive reception from the community and
1st and includes a full calendar of courses and workshops for
past and present students of the Cathedral Art School and
both children and adults on various mediums such as pottery,
Studio affirms this forward momentum is likely to persist as
painting, mixed media, printmaking and more.
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ca/) or follow her social media feeds. Cathedral Art School
lation and expanding its outreach in and around the city.
is active on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/cathedral-
“I want to bring awareness about art and what the Cathedral Art School has to offer to our community,” she says. “I am now
artschool), Twitter (@cathedralartsch), and Instagram (@cathedralartschool).
able to do what I love every single day and I want to be able
Congratulations to Carla and the rest of her team on reach-
to share the experience of making art with as many people as
ing this important milestone! We look forward to watching the
possible.”
Cathedral Art School and Studio continue to flourish in the
In celebration of a successful first year, Lorence plans to host
coming years.
an open house to introduce members of the community to what she affectionately refers to as her “happy place.” She encourages those interested in learning more about events, courses, promotions and plans to visit the Cathedral Art School and Studio website (http://www.cathedralartschool.
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REAL ESTATE 101 Mustang Sally I recently pulled up in the driveway of a friend’s place to see a gleaming red 1965 Mustang. Gorgeous! It took my breath away. Having done photography in the past, I asked, “Have you taken any photos with this car? Or of this car?” It is his wife’s car, he says! Now, that is what I like … woman power! “No, they haven’t done photos.” So, I jump forward and offer to shoot some images of the car.
after Aretha Franklin suggested “Mustang Sally”.
Some of you may know its a hobby of mine. It used to be a livelihood in fact! I must say, it was my passion until I found real estate, but we don’t know why or how our paths unfold. Looking for a photography studio actually led me to a career in real estate! The universe put me on my path. So what should I write about in PINK, I ask the friends in the driveway? “Mustang Sally” was the reply, obviously motivated by the gorgeous red car sitting in the driveway. I was thinking though, I know nothing about Mustang Sally, except that it is a song! So, I had to do a little research. Guess what I found out PINK readers? I Googled Mustang Sally only to find out about an “All-women country and rhythm and blues band from Nashville, Tenn.”
I like this even more as I think more of us women should have muscle cars! Why not? We like to drive fast, squeal the tires, and drift ... Are you thinking, ‘What does this have to do with REAL ESTATE?’ Well, it has to do with living your dream which I always talk about, and setting your goals, and being true to who you are. Part of living your dreams is creating your “vision board”. Many of us are working towards becoming financially independent, buying that different vehicle, upgrading our home, downsizing and cashing in, or obtaining that rental property! As always, I want you to follow your heart and live your dreams. For me, that is
“Part of living your dreams is creating your ‘vision board’. For me, that is through real estate, which can create financial independence.” So, I think, this is fitting for PINK readers, a Saskatchewan magazine for women! What inspiration! From women who were barefoot and pregnant in the 60’s … to an all women band! There is motivation for all of us trying to make a difference in the world and many who make it, as successful, entrepreneurial women. I did further research on Wikipedia and discovered … “According to music historian Tom Shannon the song started as a joke when singer Della Reese wanted a new Ford Mustang. Rice called the early version “Mustang Mama” but changed the title
through real estate, which can create financial independence and freedom, or leverage! So, in closing … let’s be inspired by Mustang Sally, the group of fearless female singers, inspired by the Ford Mustang in the 60’s. Pick a photo of the car you want to drive and add it to your vision board. LIVE YOUR DREAMS! ‘Til next month, CharMaine
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TECH UPDATE Protecting Your Smartphone By Jamaal Rashid
Pampered yourself lately? How about your smartphone? We all love it, sitting in a seat while getting our hands and feet massaged. Not to mentiona soothing bath full of bath salts while texting your best friend on what to do tonight. Besides the finer things in life, nothing is more annoying than breaking your nails after a manicure or pedicure. Fortunately I’m no nail expert, but I can help you so this doesn’t happen to your $800 cell phone! It is all too common rushing out of the car and having your phone slideacross the pavement. How about taking a shower while the cell phones its proudly tucked away in the corner of the sink. Now comes the aftermath of broken screen, water damage or even network problems! I’ve seen it all. Well,what’s the solution? It’s one that has been asked many times. The answer: accessories. Not just any accessories, I’m recommending the perfect fit. Now I know what you’re thinking, “you mean that bulky looking thing that costs an arm and leg?” Well yes actually. If you really care about protecting that toy, wrap it up and save yourself the shock when you realize throwing your phone across the room is the wrong way to relieve your stress. Desperate times calls for desperate measures. The ‘one case fits all’ solution doesn’t apply so find yourself the accessory that works. A durable case is a simple solution if you really care about protecting the longevity of your
phone. Besides, from the look of cell phone these days, I don’t anticipate cell phone manufacturers moving away from using glass to build their phones. So walk into the closest cell phone store and talk to someone experienced in the matter. The good news is, you can make your phone your own. Personalizing your phone is a great way to express yourself. You can tell a lot about a person by looking at their cellphone. For example, injecting some lifeinto your phone by applying Slikwrap. Slikwrap is a great way to indulge and activate your creative senses, all while protecting it. Why not have some fun by making your phone glow in the dark. One of my all time favourite accessories for any smart phone is ClearCoat. It is by far the least expensive way to protect that screen and back from any unwanted scratches. It doesn’t change the appearance of your phone but it is a great way to keep it looking shiny new. Despite the practicability of cell phones these days, they remain vulnerable to water damage. We have all been there, walking into the bathroom for a shower accompanied by your cell phone. Placing the phone on the counter next to you listening to favourite tunes while taking a shower. Time passes and all of the sudden the charger stops working, your touch screen turns white or maybe your wifi burns out. Find the accessory you deserve to protect you phone. Get yourself a Bluetooth speaker. You can find great value in a waterproof Bluetooth speaker that is mountable in your shower that can make listening to music, and even receiving calls, easy. Don’t be afraid to pamper yourself. Love thy self, love thy cell phone.
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1. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Skimp on Design Help
We all have busy lives and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the time to research every type of technology and material used on a construction project. Use professionals to save some of the time that would otherwise be spent learning and perfecting the process. Architectural Technologists match building systems, thermal envelopes and other properties to your needs. We have a broad, up-to-date knowledge of these systems, as well as of materials and processes for a wide variety of project areas. Now, I sympathize with the awful feelings associated with a project going over budget. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been there; Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve gotten that dreaded call from the contractor that the structural and mechanical designs DUH LQ FRQĂ LFW $QG GHDOW ZLWK SUH H[LVWLQJ FRQGLWLRQV WKH FRQWUDFWRU hadnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t anticipated. A design pro provides guidance team members require for the project. And not just for the big ones, like a full custom home conVWUXFWLRQ 6PDOOHU SURMHFWV OLNH DGGLWLRQV DQG UHPRGHOV DOVR EHQHĂ&#x20AC;W from a proâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s expertise. Your budget may be tight. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve often seen that trying to save money on design, costs homeowners far more in the end, in dollars and frustration. Homeowners often underestimate the cost and complexity of a remodel or new home. The cost of the design work on a project is something that homeowners may consider skimping on to save money. :H Ă&#x20AC;QG WKDW WKH EHVW ZD\ WR DYRLG SUREOHPV LQ FRQVWUXFWLRQ LV to invest time with your designer. And also, to think about the conVWUXFWLRQ SURFHVV GXULQJ GHVLJQ 7KLV WDNHV IDU OHVV WLPH WKDQ Ă&#x20AC;[LQJ mistakes that happen when the walls are going up. A good designer depends on the client throughout the design and planning process, as much as the client depends on the designer.
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2. Become Part of the Team Most people spend more time planning their next vacation than they do planning their house project; not that planning a house project has to be a full-time job. A designer helps you understand your role in the project as well as the contributions of other team members. That means participating in the process from the start so that you stay up to speed with what is happening throughout the project. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen clients assume I know whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going on in their head. They are surprised when something comes out different from what they were expecting. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why communication is important. Being part of the team also means becoming familiar with some of the ways your team members communicate. Projects use twoGLPHQVLRQDO GUDZLQJV DQG ZULWWHQ VSHFLĂ&#x20AC;FDWLRQV WR FRPPXQLFDWH intent to the construction team. This documentation is used to create three-dimensional structures. This sounds simple enough. There are many chances for misunderstandings each time a team member reads the documentation. Ask your team to assist you so you understand each stage of the project. The best opportunity for this is during your design meetings. Remember, if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t understand something, ask. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s better to get everyone on the same page early before a structure gets built that sticks out like a sore thumb. 3. Establish Your Goals and Refer to Them Often Be ready to suggest ways to get what you want while avoiding potential problems down the road. Ask your designer to create a project brief. When you face challenging decisions during construction, which is pretty much guaranteed, you and your team are able to look back at your prioritized list. This gets you closer to your goal instead of what may be a costly distraction. 4. Establish Your Budget and Add at Least 10 Percent Be sure to set aside a construction contingency for critical items â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be tempted to use it just to put in an upgraded cooktop! Due to the complexity of the construction process, unforeseen LVVXHV ZLOO FRPH XS :LWKRXW D FRQWLQJHQF\ \RX PLJKW Ă&#x20AC;QG \RXUVHOI short of cash when you really need it. 5. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Get Attached to an Optimistic Timeline Your team members take the time to plan and build your dream house without wasted effort or expense. The designer and others are thinking about your project in the back of their mind. It takes time to work out the details of a project. If you need to get the project designed and built fast, there might be situations that wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be fully resolved in the design phase. There are always elements that need resolving onsite, but taking the time to do as much as possible on paper reduces costs. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also tempting to look at the best-case scenario for construc-
tion and think that it is the norm for your project. Just like with a cost contingency, though, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d be well served to build in a time contingency as well. There is a chance that the project could go late for a whole variety of reasons. Do yourself a favour: Have a backup plan in case you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t roll up in the moving van on your exact date. 6. Consider Construction Implications Before You Start A homeowner working without a designer realized opening up WKH Ă RRU UHTXLUHG D VWUXFWXUDO HQJLQHHU 7KLV FDXVHG GHOD\V DV VKH searched for an engineer and he did his drawings. So itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to understand what the construction implications will be to get the space you want. A designer would have been able to point this out before construction started. A designer avoids the stress and extra costs involved in undoing work in the middle of the project. 7. Communicate Frequently With Your Team A weekly or biweekly status report helps identify areas of concern. Do this at the onset of the project and continue through construction. The construction phase is where there are likely to be changes due to site conditions, availability of products or other factors. Be sure to get all changes documented in writing. Include the dollar amount promised. Sign off on both the changes and the cost. Stay in control and to ensure all team members are up-to-date at every stage of the building process. In construction the document is usually called a change order; it explains the nature of the change and the cost. Sometimes the changes are extras. This is when they are additional to what was agreed on in the construction contract. For example, a homeowner might decide to move the location of a door. Your designer assesses the impact of the change with the general contractor and draws up a change order for review by the client. If you are OK with the amount you sign the physical copy and the work begins. Š Gary Weisbrodt Added Reading Â&#x2019; 0:=5 2SaWU\ ;ObbS`a 2SbOWZa ;ObbS`( UXQ]\ab`cQba e]`R^`Saa Q][ Â&#x2019; 4OQSP]]Y( ASO`QV ÂľUX1]\ab`cQbaÂś Â&#x2019; 6][S( UXQ]\ab`cQba eSSPZg Q][ Â&#x2019; :W\YSR7\( ZW\YSRW\ Q][ W\ UXQ]\ab`cQba Â&#x2019; 6]chh( V]chh Q][ ^`] UO`geSWaP`]Rb Contact 306 351-0907 gjconstructs@mac.com FOR SASKATCHEWAN WOMEN | VOL. 3 ISSUE 8, AUGUST 2014 | 23
Zucchini Boats
Beer can chicken
southwestern roasted corn salad
Makes 4 Servings
Makes 8 Servings
Makes 8 Servings
2 medium zucchini 1 slice bread, torn into small pieces 1/4 cup bacon bits 1 tbsp minced black olives 1 jalapeno pepper, minced 3 tbsp diced green chile peppers 1/4 cup minced onion 1/4 cup chopped tomato 6 tbsp shredded Cheddar cheese 1 pinch dried basil seasoned salt to taste ground black pepper to taste
1 cup butter 2 tablespoons garlic salt 2 tablespoons paprika salt and pepper to taste 1 (12 fluid ounce) can beer 1 (4 pound) whole chicken
8 ears fresh corn in husks 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 red onion, chopped 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1/2 cup olive oil 4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced 3 limes, juiced 1 teaspoon white sugar salt and pepper to taste 1 tablespoon hot sauce
Directions: 1. Prepare the grill for indirect heat. 2. Place the zucchini in a pot with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook 5 minutes. Drain, cool, and cut in half lengthwise. Scoop out the pulp to about 1/4 inch from the skin. Chop pulp. 3. In a bowl, mix the zucchini pulp, bread pieces, bacon bits, olives, jalapeno, green chile peppers, onion, tomato, and Cheddar cheese. Season with basil, seasoned salt, and pepper.
Directions: 1. Preheat an outdoor grill for low heat. 2. In a small skillet, melt 1/2 cup butter. Mix in 1 tablespoon garlic salt, 1 tablespoon paprika, salt, and pepper. 3. Discard 1/2 the beer, leaving the remainder in the can. Add remaining butter, garlic salt, paprika, and desired amount of salt and pepper to beer can. Place can on a disposable baking sheet. Set chicken on can, inserting can into the cavity of the chicken. Baste chicken with the melted, seasoned butter. 4. Place baking sheet with beer and chicken on the prepared grill. Cook over low heat for about 3 hours, or until internal temperature of chicken reaches 180 degrees F (80 degrees C).
4. Stuff the zucchini halves with the pulp mixture. Seal each stuffed half in aluminum foil. 5. Place foil packets on the prepared grill over indirect heat. Cook 15 to 20 minutes, until tender.
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Directions: 1. Place the corn in a large pot with enough water to cover, and soak at least 15 minutes. 2. Preheat grill for high heat. Remove silks from corn, but leave the husks. 3. Place corn on the preheated grill. Cook, turning occasionally, 20 minutes, or until tender. Remove from heat, cool slightly, and discard husks. 4. Cut the corn kernels from the cob, and place in a medium bowl. Mix in the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and red onion. 5. In a blender or food processor, mix the cilantro, olive oil, garlic, lime juice, sugar, salt, pepper, and hot sauce. Blend until smooth, and stir into the corn salad.
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BourBon whiskey BBQ sauce
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Makes 4 Cups
Makes 12 Kabobs
1/2 onion, minced 4 cloves garlic, minced 3/4 cup bourbon whiskey 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 tablespoon salt 2 cups ketchup 1/4 cup tomato paste 1/3 cup cider vinegar 2 tablespoons liquid smoke flavoring 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/3 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, or to taste
1/2 cup margarine 1/4 cup honey 3 fresh peaches, pitted and quartered 3 fresh plums, pitted and quartered 3 bananas, cut into 4 pieces each 12 strawberries, hulled 12 skewers
Directions: 1. In a large skillet over medium heat, combine the onion, garlic, and whiskey. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until onion is translucent. Mix in the ground black pepper, salt, ketchup, tomato paste, vinegar, liquid smoke, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and hot pepper sauce. 2. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 20 minutes. Run sauce through a strainer if you prefer a smooth sauce.
Directions: 1. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and place a large sheet of foil onto the grate. 2. Melt the margarine and honey together in a small saucepan over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and cook gently, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Do not let the sauce boil. 3. Thread a peach quarter, a plum quarter, a banana piece, and a strawberry onto each skewer. Place the skewers onto the foil on the preheated grill; spoon margarine-honey mixture over each skewer. 4. Grill until the fruit is softened and the sauce has thickened and cooked onto the fruit, about 5 minutes. Flip the skewers, spoon more margarine-honey sauce over each, and grill for about 5 more minutes on the other side.
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4 Things Not To Overlook When Planning A Wedding (NC) – You found the perfect venue, booked the DJ, supervised the menu, and laboured over the seating chart, and you’re finally ready for your wedding day — or are you? With all of the details that go into planning nuptials, certain things can fall through the cracks. To help you out with the process – and let you focus on making this the greatest day of your life – keep the following in mind: 1. Protect Your Gifts You went to a lot of effort to register for gifts, sifting through near countless choices to find things you truly want and your friends and family narrowed that list down even further. And while you’re appreciative, you probably won’t spend the day watching the gift table. However, there is a certain risk involved. “In the past several years, we have seen a marked increase in the amount of insurance claims made on stolen wedding gifts,” says Shirley Parchoma with Western Financial Group. “While most people don’t realize it, these are insurable beforehand, so it’s worth contacting your provider to make sure theft doesn’t spoil your big day.” 2. Take Care of Your Home Typically, weddings are a tale of two venues – the official and the personal. Likely, at least some of the occasion will take place at your home, whether it be a meal beforehand, an after-party, or simply out-of-town guests staying over. Undoubtedly, you have prepared for this by stocking the fridge, laying out the linens, and cutting a few extra keys. But have you thought of everything? For instance, as with any event you are legally responsible for your guests and their behaviour, so you want to seek out a specialty insurance package, which will safeguard you against any unforeseen accidents or mishaps. 3. Wedding Rings are a Bigger Investment than You Think With the high cost of engagement rings and wedding bands, the thought of losing either is a justified fear. Sure, you will always take extra care of them, but a lot can happen on your honeymoon or in your home. Though you will never be able to avoid the high emotional cost of losing a ring, you can protect yourself from financial vulnerability by adding them to your contents and
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travel insurance so, should anything go wrong, you can replace them expediently. 4. Prepare for the Unexpected Even the simplest plans face difficulties, and a wedding presents a different scenario entirely. What if something goes awry, such as a sudden emergency, a travel interruption, or any other incident or occurrence that will cause you to cancel at the last minute? Will you lose everything you’ve already invested? “Any major undertaking comes with its own set of risks, yet there are many steps you can take to protect yourself,” Parchoma points out. “And one of those is talking to an insurance broker.” With all of the thought, planning, and emotion that goes into a wedding, you want to know that you are fully protected against unwanted surprises. By following this advice, you can concentrate on the thing that really matters: having an unforgettable day. Additional information on insurance for your wedding day is available at www.westernfinancialgroup.ca.
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Living Your Healthiest Lifestyle Getting Started
with Holly Barker
Hi there! I am Holly Barker, owner of Anytime Fitness Regina and sponsored bikini athlete. I am proof that fitness can be fun and work with any lifestyle. I am excited to bring a monthly note to you on how to live your happiest, healthiest and fittest lifestyle ever! I am going to start where everything starts. Forget yesterday or last week or last year. Forget about the events you have coming up and stop telling yourself how hard living the healthy life is during holidays, wedding or any social situations. Let go of excuses. Living your healthiest lifestyle is a choice that you will make today and every day going forward. I urge you to continue to wake up every day and ask yourself: What life do I want to live? What do I see as success in MY near future? Whether your idealistic successes are aesthetic, monetary, health, medical, event driven, you name it, the success in the results depend on where you start every day, one day at a time. By making a choice to be your best, you will be capable of giving the world the best you there is. This starts with taking care of yourself, fuelling your body and, my favorite, playing and smiling each day! So once youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve decided to make this commitment, and you are eager to get started after starting â&#x20AC;Ś where do you begin? Step One: Managing Expectations Yes this may surprise you that the place to begin does not entail purchasing a gym membership and throwing out all carbohydrates in the premises. The starting point I strongly recommend is within your own mind, no equipment or diet pills necessary. Once you have committed yourself to live your best life every day, I suggest setting short term and long term goals. This may be a walk with your dog, a jog with your friends, a fun run, a marathon, a competition, a photo shoot or an adventurous holiday in the near future. But the key here is that it must also be something greater in the long term.
How do you see your healthiest self, benefitting you in the long term? A lot of the time we falter in the shortsightedness of the near future and we forget there is life after that event. We act as though we have completed the task and we allow ourselves to resume the lifestyle we lived previously, allowing bad habits to re-enter our lives or run them more rampantly due to the sacrifices we made to reach the short-term triumph. I want you to align your expectations to the lifestyle you want to lead and put forth a plan that will help you succeed for life! Setting a lifestyle goal is much different than preparing for an event in the near future. We crash diet and create a bubble of misery in the days leading up to events. This can create a cycle of false expectations to what living healthy and feeling great should mean. Throw out any previous thoughts that to succeed in a fit lifestyle, you must diet. Throw out any previous thoughts that to succeed with a fit lifestyle, you must commit hours upon hours to the gym. Start by believing that you can do what you set out to do. Come to terms that it will be harder before it gets easier. And, that to make this a lifestyle, you must embrace change. When your expectations align with what you set out to do, the next steps that I cover will be worth every perceived sacrifice and the life you will lead going forward will be nothing short of amazing. Are you ready?
Holly is a Saskatchewan born and raised fitness enthusiast. She grew up in Whitewood, Saskatchewan and graduated from the U of S School of Business. She now owns two Anytime Fitness locations with her husband in Regina and is a sponsored athlete, bikini competitor and fitness model. She loves to inspire others to also find the zest in life and live their passions to the fullest!
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kite festival: Wind and Whimsy By Jenn Smith-Nelson
Imagine a flat prairie landscape filled with whimsical kites hovering high above. Unique shapes and forms, such as colourful animals and artsy designs, dance, swirl and soar in the wind. With wind gusts aplenty, Swift Current couldn’t have been better poised to host the 10th annual Windscape Kite Festival in late June. The thriving festival, which is continually growing, has made quite a name for itself. Beyond the draw of the kites, this family friendly event runs in conjunction with the Long Day’s Night music festival. The weekend events of the kite festival feature a number of activity stations that encourage people of all ages to have fun. Plus, international celebrity kite flyers are brought in that perform amazing kite acrobatics to music. I traveled to Swift Current with my two boys in tow, ages 5 and 7 to check it out first hand and test out the festival’s fun factor. The first thing we noticed once arriving atop the hill just outside the city is the incredible sight of the kites soaring, followed by the sound. With strong winds, all the kites and markers blowing made quite the noise. To say this year’s event was breezy would be underestimating the weather that weekend. However, it was a perfect fit for such a festival, even if innocent bystanders nearly became airborne a few times. We picked a spot just past the main area, plunked down our chairs and enjoyed the view. We were immediately approached by a celebrity kite flyer who offered to help the boys try out one of his kites. Then it was time to explore the handfuls of activities. Weekend kite events are free, but to take part in the activities, which require oodles of materials and volunteers (over 350 volunteers!), you must buy tokens. 30 |
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Once stocked up, the boys ran straight for the kite-building workshop, and then dashed to the paper airplane clinic, then over to the hay maze. I managed to somehow keep up with their pace dutifully following them from station to station as they dug for treasures, received tattoos, blew bubbles and generally ran amok. I on the other hand was quite enthralled with the celebrity kite flyer’s routines. It is truly astounding that these flyers navigate the wind gusts and perform manipulated routines set to music. They also appeared to be undergoing one heck of a workout. Inspired by what they saw, the last activity my boys took part in was flying their own starter kites, which we purchased at the festival. Although the boys leaned toward the very fancy (and much more expensive – of course) kites, they required something they could easily handle, for a reasonable $15/ piece. Once on the public field among the other kiters, they both quickly got the hang of it and had a blast. For festival champion and organizer, Shann Gowan, it’s been a good year. Gowan, has worked hard to not only run but also grow the kite festival over the past decade. She was recognized for her dedication earlier this year with the Fred Heal Tourism Ambassador Award at the Saskatchewan Tourism Awards of Excellence. And it is undoubtedly a success on many levels. Attracting over 13,000 to the event and bringing in 1.7 million in economic benefit to the city in 2013, the kite festival also draws in nearly half of its attendees from outside the city. Swift Current really has something special here. Not only should you consider this festival in 2015, you should tell others about it. Let’s make it grow even bigger! Check out www.windscapekitefestival.ca for more information.
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SUMMER SCAVENGER HUNT One of our favourite summer activities is going for a morning walk through the neighbourhood. We love seeing all the dogs out for their morning jogs, listening to the birds singing and stopping at the playgrounds to play. An easy game to play as a family is a Summer Scavenger Hunt. Simply take this game with you on your next walk and see how many of these items your child can point out. Since every walk is different, you can play this game more than once!
rabbit
garden hose
a black rock
pink bicycle
sidewalk chalk drawing
a bird eating
garage sale sign
pink roses
blue patio umbrella
purple flowers
tennis racket
wagon
basketball
beach ball
caterpillar
red slide
lemonade stand
football
lawnmower
a sports logo
bottle of water
balloons
ladybug
sunscreen
soccer ball
picnic basket
shovel
apple tree
squirrel
skipping rope
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