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Chimera becomes reality with Andrew G. Cooper Canadian actor, director and playwright Andrew G. Cooper is a graduate of the Bachelor of Arts program at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) in Kamloops. He made his professional acting debut during the summer of 2013 as Snoopy in “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” and then as Rat in “Fantastic Mr. Fox” as part of Project X Theatre’s, X-Fest 2013. He is a familiar face who has won both acclaim and awards in musical theatre, acting, dance, choreography and has written or produced multiple shows for independent theatre groups like BC Living Arts, Villains and Vittles Dinner Theatre, Caravan Farm Theatre and Western Canada Theatre companies. Now Andrew adds another credit to an already impressive resume, taking on the role of artistic producer with his new venture, Chimera Theatre. The independent theatre company was started in the summer of 2014 and continues to grow in popularity, with plays being performed across the province from Nelson to Victoria. Trina: X-Fest is having a great run this year! Having background in so many aspects of stage production, what are the challenges you face in trying to prepare for a specific acting role? Andrew: There’s nothing quite like performing on stage in front of a live audience. It’s exhilarating, but what some people don’t realize is that it takes a lot of work to prepare for a role. You have to find aspects of the character that are both physical and vocal and rehearse those aspects until they become a part of you on stage. Before you can find what a character moves and sounds like, you need to understand who they are. It takes a lot of work, but it’s also a lot of fun. In X Fest this year I get to play not just one or two characters, but over a dozen! The Shakespeare Show is a hilarious, fast-paced comedy that has a huge cast of characters played by only
two actors, Kelsey Gilker and myself. I actually started my performing career as a dancer and learning to work onstage in this way has been an interesting journey. Trina: With over seven years of dance training, award-winning choreography and experience in musical theatre, can we expect to see a return to your dance roots any time soon? Andrew: I’ve been so busy teaching dance and working as a choreographer that it’s hard for me to find time to dance. I love the work I do at The Academy of Dance and I’m so happy to be choreographing for companies like Project X Theatre and Chimera Theatre, but I do miss dancing onstage myself sometimes. Because of this, I have been working on some preliminary plans to stage a theatrical dance piece with Chimera Theatre. It’s still in development and I don’t want to give too much away, but look for that in the coming year or two. Trina: Chimera Theatre has been making waves in the theatre community, with great reviews and success in promoting local artists and networking talent. Are you attending the Victoria Fringe Festival as anticipated? What production will you be performing and what does the competition look like? Andrew: We are touring to the Victoria Fringe Festival later this summer! We’re taking a one-act version of “The Untold Tales of the Brothers Grimm”, which Chimera Theatre - continued on page 2
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Public information meeting The City of Kamloops is proposing to purchase the Owl Road Landfill and establish a resource recovery centre (RRC) and a Public Works and Utilities satellite yard. The cost to purchase the site, reduce the size of the existing landfill operations, and begin an RRC is estimated at $10 million. Administration proposes that the purchase be funded through debt and the debt be serviced through landfill tipping fees. There would be no impact on taxes, solid waste rates, or landfill tipping fees. The benefits of purchasing the Owl Road Landfill and establishing a RRC include reducing the size of the existing Owl Road op-
erational landfill by approximately 40 per cent, increasing the lifespan of the Mission Flats landfill by approximately ten years by processing reusable material, such as wood, concrete, asphalt and shingles. The new RRC would also increase City wide landfill diversion to approximately 50 per cent by 2018 and will provide more efficient services with a satellite yard for Public Works and Utilities and Parks operations. Residents are invited to a public information meeting regarding the resource recovery centre on Thursday, August 13 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Valleyview Arena located at 353 Highland Road.
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NBA basketball star Kelly Olynyk of the Boston Celtics stopped by Pizza King on Wednesday, July 29 to help make a batch of pizzas for participants in the Olynyk Klynyk. This year was the third annual summer basketball clinic hosted by Kelly and has grown in popularity each year. Talk about rolling up your sleeves! Pictured here is Cora (left) of Pizza King and son Navin with Kelly Olynyk.
Deconstruct your commute Overlanders Bridge Rehabilitation Project - The southwest off ramp remains closed to all traffic. Detour signage is in place directing all southbound traffic to Seymour Street. An alternate temporary truck route is online at www. kamloops.ca/maps/pdfs/TruckRouteMap.pdf Crews continue to install deck joints on the west side of the bridge. The quality of the concrete pour can be impacted by excessive vibration on the bridge deck. All motorists are reminded of the 30 kilometres per hour posted speed limit through the construction zone. Be advised that pilot vehicles will be implemented to enforce the 30 kilometres per hour speed limit if necessary. Both the Fortune Drive sidewalk and the asphalt pedestrian ramp connecting Fortune Drive to Tranquille Road remain closed to pedestrians until further notice.
Drainage upgrades on the waterfall at the south end of the bridge are now substantially complete. Columbia Street Widening Project - Phase 2 work continues in the two center lanes between 3rd Avenue and 6th Avenue. Traffic is restricted to the eastbound and westbound curb lanes; minimum
Dear Readers, Have you ever been distracted by a vacation or new adventure? In the media world, long weekends do not hold the same restful extra day, rather we find ourselves working double time against the clock to reach deadline and get the information you need to plan your festivities well in advance. Such was the case with the submission of the story, “Tickle your ribs on a hot night with a dragon.” I found myself in the heart of Alberta of all places this long weekend with some of the most inspiring minds a writer could
wish for, far removed from my desk for the first time in months but thanks to our amazing readership, a correction needs to be made on the dates for Hot Nite in the City, Ribfest and the Kamloops Dragon Boat Festival. No, you didn’t miss out on the events! On Saturday, August 8 please make your way to Riverside Park for all the great activities mentioned. My apologies for any confusion, the dates were corrected within the article but I felt obligated to ensure clarification. See you there! Trina Budai, Editor
one travel lane in each direction. Motorists are reminded not to block intersections and to use alternate routes if possible. All road users, including transit customers, should expect delays. All driveway accesses on Columbia Street between 3rd Avenue and 6th Avenue are now permanently
restricted to right in, right out. The south sidewalk between 3rd Avenue and 6th Avenue remains closed. Pedestrians are advised to use the north sidewalk and to use the crosswalk at 4th Avenue to access the south side businesses, or the crosswalk at 3rd Avenue to access the hospital.
Pure entertainment and success for local actor - continued from front staged in Kamloops this past April. We started rehearsing in mid-July and we’re leaving on August 26 for the twelve-day festival in Victoria. The other shows look very interesting, with lots of original work and some fun looking shows full of adult content. We’re excited to be a part of such a large and diverse array of productions. Trina: You have inspired and encouraged artists to follow their dreams by your example of dedica-
tion to the performing arts. Having background as a choreographer, writer, producer, artistic director and thespian, where do you see yourself in the next three years? Andrew: I’m hoping to continue to produce new and innovative theatre here in Kamloops over the next few years. I want to provide emerging artists with opportunities to work and gain experience in the Theatre community. I also want to keep growing as an artist myself and Kamloops is providing
me with the perfect artistic playground for that. I am making plans to return to school for my Master’s Degree in Directing in the near future, but whether that’s a three or five-year plan is yet to be seen. William Shakespeare once said, “The object of art is to give life shape,” and from this writer’s perspective, Andrew G. Cooper’s life in the performing arts is taking shape as pure entertainment and success. Trina Budai
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The Kamloops Aboriginal Friendship society and the Lii Michif Otipemisiwa Family and Community Services came together at Stuart Wood School on Thursday, July 30. The tipi village was set up along with a community picnic, old-fashioned games and storytellers like Kenneth Thomas (pictured here).
Free Aboriginal Cultural Camp During the week of August 17 to 20, the Kamloops Aboriginal Friendship Society and Lii Michif Otipemisiwak Family and Community Services invites children and youth ages six years and up to participate in a free Aboriginal Cultural Camp at the Kamloops Aboriginal Friendship Society’s Tipi Village located at Stuart Wood Elementary School grounds. Each day begins with an Opening Ceremony at 10:00 am and closes with a Closing Ceremony at 3:00 pm. Children and youth will enjoy four full days of cultural teachings, practices and fun! Lunch
and snacks will be provided each day. It is Kamloops Aboriginal Friendship Society and Lii Michif Otipemisiwak Family and Community Services hope that interactive cultural experiences such as these will contribute to increased understanding among children and youth about the diversity within Aboriginal People, cultures and support their continued efforts towards reconciliation. All children and youth welcome. To register call Jody at Lii Michif Otipemisiwak Family and Community Services at 250554-9486. Registration is required.
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Artisan Square is adding Animal Rescue Week to their regular event on S a t u r d a y, August 8 from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. They will have two donkeys from the Turtle Valley Donkey Rescue along with three dog rescues. Everyone is welcome to come and chat with the groups, pat the donkeys and maybe give a new pet a forever home.
All of the artisans, crafters and home-based businesses will be in attendance as well, so come down to Gaglardi Park and enjoy the shady, cool ambience of St. Andrew’s on the Square located at 159 Seymour Street, with some ice cold lemonade and take in the local Farmer’s Market while you’re there. For more information, call Mel at 250-377-4232.
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On Tuesday, July 28 Bert Braybrook, general manager of Telus, presented Kathy Sinclair, executive director of the Kamloops Art Council, a cheque for $10,000. These funds will go a long way in helping the Crossing Bridges Arts Outreach program for youth. This program provides ongoing art workshops at Kamloops Immigrant Services, Interior Community Services, Osprey Place, Y Women’s Shelter, Twin Rivers Education Centre and Four Directions Storefront School. Crossing Bridges Arts Outreach program coordinator Caroline Dance (left) holds a piece of art done by the women and children of the Y-Safe House. There are more pieces to view at the Courthouse Cultural Centre located at 7 Seymour Street West.
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and gift cards at participating local businesses that are hosting empty toy boxes just waiting to be filled. Participating businesses and organizations include John Tod Centre YMCA-YWCA, Downtown YMCA-YWCA, Tumbleweed Toys, Kamloops Active Health, The Little Red Store, Lizzie Bits Baby Co. and Chapters Indigo. Sahali Mall has partnered with the shelter to host a family event on Saturday, August 22 with children’s fund activities, a raffle and so much more, to raise awareness around the Empty Toy Box Project.
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Off to the Beach! Dr. Alison Beach, ND has been a naturopathic physician since 2009 but opened her own practice, Thompson Valley Naturopathic Clinic Inc, in July of 2014. Open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday to Friday at 875 Seymour Street, Dr. Beach was recently nominated for the Chamber of Commerce Young Entrepreneur of the Year award. Thompson Valley Naturopathic Clinic Inc. is a general family naturopathic practice concerned with treating all members of the family. As a naturopathic physician, she is trained as a primary health care practitioner, with eight years of education including a Bachelor of Science and Naturopathic Medical degree. She views patients as individuals and develops specific treatment plans accordingly, using a variety of traditional and progressive diagnostic and therapeutic services. Some of the treatments used to aid patients include diet and lifestyle changes, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, botanical medicine, clinical nutrition, homeopathy and intravenous therapies with full prescriptive authority. She believes that in our society there has not been enough care and attention towards the treatment of menopausal women. These women can experience devastating symptoms including insomnia, depression, weight gain, hot flashes and night sweats to name a few and can dramatically lower quality of life. These women are either ignored or given hormone
Business Excellence Awards nominees Nominations for the 2015 Business Excellence Awards were released last week by the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce and TD Bank Group. A record total of 509 nominations were received, nominating 202 Kamloops businesses in 16 award categories. “We continue to be amazed at the number of nominations for the Business Excellence Awards,” stated Steve Earl, president of the board for the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce. “This is a testament to the quality of our business community.” For a complete list of nominees, visit www.kamloopschamber.ca/ business-excellence-awards.html.
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replacement therapy that can potentially increase their risk of developing cancer. Due to this gap in our health care system, she has actively sought training in the treatment of menopausal women using bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. With this training she has been successful in making posi-
tive changes in the lives of many women. “I absolutely love my job for this reason as well as many others,” she confided. “I believe that the healthcare model of the future should shift towards multidisciplinary practices to provide the best possible well-rounded care for patients. There are not many such clinics in Kamloops, so I am proud to say that I opened my practice in the Gathercole Chiropractic and Massage building so that I could provide my patients with cross referrals to other excellent health care practitioners to aid them on their journey towards optimal health,” notes Dr. Beach. Her goal is to treat health and wellness issues ranging from optimizing health and longevity, to treatment of acute and chronic disease. She informs, “My primary focuses are women’s health, pediatric health, allergy desensitization, weight loss and digestive health.” Staying true to the tenants of naturopathic medicine, her goal is not only to restore health, but also to provide patients with the education and tools to take control of their own health. “I am truly honoured everyday when a patient chooses me to help them on their journey towards optimal health,” shares Dr. Beach, and you will be happy you made the healthy choice to begin your journey as well. Call Dr. Alison Beach, ND at 778471-2949 and discover your optimal health. Trina Budai
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Arnica’s artist in residence, Casey Koyczan is requesting public participation by submitting your found sound clips. The installation, “The Balance” by Casey Koyczan and Davis Heslep, involves multiple communities working together to create an upcoming interactive artwork. Submit 30 seconds to two-minute sound clips in .WAV or .MP3 format to submissions.arnica@gmail.com by August 17.
Kamloops Blazers have a new home The Kamloops Blazers Hockey Club, Sandman Hotel Group and the City of Kamloops have announced a ten-year naming rights partnership rebranding the downtown arena as The Sandman Centre. The Sandman Centre will host all Kamloops Blazers games and many other major events including concerts, the Subway Super Series, Hockey Day in Canada, and the 2016 Women’s World Hockey Championships.
The Sandman Centre officially opened its doors in the fall of 1992 as the Riverside Coliseum, previously known as Sport Mart Place and over the last ten years as the Interior Savings Centre. As long-time corporate residents, Sandman opened its first Kamloops’ hotel in 1968 and its second in 2014. Together with the Kamloops Blazers and the City of Kamloops, Sandman Hotel Group looks forward to the first game of the new hockey season.
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While soaking up some rays on the beach at Riverside Park, you may have noticed a new sport that is taking place on the beach across the river. Skimboarding has taken Kamloops by storm and high school physical education teacher, Rob Larson couldn’t be happier. Seven years ago Rob moved to a place overlooking the Overlander Beach area and caught a glimpse of his childhood when he saw the kids glide across the shore as if skiing along the edge of the water on a plank of wood. Most people already knew about skimboarding from the coastal regions of BC but with readily accessible water areas like the Thompson Rivers, the sport is definitely making waves in Kamloops and the Interior. Coach Rob Larson is thrilled to bring the sport to more people in his community, and is holding two sessions of the official Skimcity Camp from August 10 to the 14 at Overlander Beach, across the blue bridge and behind the Henry Grube Centre. There is plenty of parking available by the volleyball courts and on the street so everyone can attend. This camp is the first of its kind and was created in order to enhance awareness of and enthusiasm for the sport of skimboarding. This is a one-week opportunity to try out this awesome board sport and to improve athletic abilities such as balance, agility, coordination and strength. Whether you are trying skimboarding for the first time or are
a seasoned expert, all abilities are welcome to attend. Coach Larson teaches basic fundamentals as well as advanced technique and will give you the chance to practice and hopefully perfect your ability to skimboard with the best of them. Session one begins before the temperatures take off, between 8:30 am and 11:30 am, session two goes from noon until 3:00pm. Low income participants can attend at a reduced cost so there is no better time or circumstance than this to get out and have some fun on the beach. “I find the beach is a sacred, Zenlike spot where the two rivers meet,” explains Coach Larson. With more than 15 participants signed up already, the Overlander Beach will come alive with vibrantly decorated skimboards and bodies gliding skillfully across the shores. Volunteers are always needed and welcome, so if you want to attend but aren’t entirely sure about jumping on your first skimboard then come out and support your local skimboarder and don’t forget to bring a towel, water bottle, sunscreen, snack and change of clothes. The energy and enthusiasm is infectious and showing up just may be the incentive needed to find your new favourite summertime sport. Contact Coach Larson at skimcitycamp@gmail.com to have an official registration sheet electronically mailed to you or call Rob Larson at 250-374-7543 for more information.
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A polka-dotted pal will be taking up unplug his boom-box in the first place residence atop downtown Kamloops’ approached the individual as they saw beloved red piano. the vandalism occurring. Donated by the Piva Unfortunately, it was too family, the piano has late and the damage was been available to play on done. Those who frethe 200 block of Victoria quented the blue piano St. for about two weeks were greatly saddened now. It was greeted with when they attempted to warmth and excitement play the muted keys. The by the community and music had been put on has so far been enjoyed hold. and respected by all CAP comments The Kamloops Busithose who pass by. ness Improvement AsLaura Dumbrell The red piano is the sociation (KCBIA)went new and improved verstraight to work. The sion of its blue counterpart. The prede- powerful tool of social media was cessor sat in the same spot in front of used to spread the word about the Kipp-Mallery Pharmacy for most of damaged piano and help find a new last summer as well as May and June one. We were overwhelmed by the of this year. It was retired after an act of amount of responses and amazed to vandalism in early July. An individual see just how valued and loved the blue was asked to unplug his loud boom- piano was. About 20 offers came in box on the corner of 3rd Avenue, as for replacements, including antiques, he was using a city power-outlet and baby grands and keyboards. Eventudisturbing businesses and citizens and ally, a piano from the Piva family was subsequently took out his rage on the selected and moved by local businessinstrument. He broke about half of the man Ryan Foreman from the Morthammers, which produce sound when gage Group. the keys are hit, inside the piano and The CAP Team painted the new then proceeded to spray-paint “NO treasure a bright and shiny shade of MUSIC” in its cover. The two CAP firetruck red to match their shirts, of Team members who asked the man to course. Upon seeing its new coat of
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paint, the Piva family was ecstatic. Little did we know that the piano was inherited from a grandmother of the Piva family who recently passed away. She often expressed her love for the ladybugs that joined her as she gardened. This inspired the family to associate her with the cheery red bug, often seen as a lucky charm and a sign of good things to come. Every time they see a ladybug soaring through the air, crawling through the grass, or landing on a finger, they think of their cherished grandmother and the legacy she left behind. To immortalize this well-respected woman, the KCBIA has decided to christen our red piano “The Ladybug Piano”. Furthermore, we are looking into getting a painting of a ladybug onto the piano! We are touched to see how the Kamloops Community has come together to make this happen. Let the Ladybug play on! The CAP Team (Customer Care and Patrol Team) is our Downtown Kamloops Ambassador program. Phone: 250-572-3008/3009; Information Kiosk: 250-572-3017; capteam@kcbia.com; Facebook: KCBIA CAP Team; Twitter: @CAPTeam.
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Kelly Norwood of Kelly’s Kustoms skillfully paints lettering and pinstriping on this 70’s Cadillac Se Ville, owned by Mean Mike of the L.D. Car Club, at Chrome on the Grass on Saturday, July 25 in Prince Charles Park. Although Kelly can take credit for his traditional hand pinstriping and lettering, Mike did the paint and metal flake himself! If you are looking for any custom work for your classic car, or anything else for that matter, contact Kelly by email pinstripekelly@gmail.com.
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The Mayor’s Gala for the Arts committee is now accepting proposals for original designs for the Mayor’s Awards for the Arts. The committee will select a new award design this fall, and commission the successful artist to create three awards to present at the ninth annual ceremony on January 30, 2016. Proposals for designs in all mediums including clay, wood, glass, copper and more will be accepted until August 31. Proposals can be submitted by email to Kaitlin Methot at kaitlin@ kamloopssymphony.com or in person at 510 Lorne Street. For more information visit www.mayorsgalaforthearts.com.
Earth, Wind and fire art exhibit There are many fantastic arts related groups in the Kamloops area, one of them being the Kamloops Printmakers Society. This non-profit organization provides studio facilities, equipped through the generous contribution of the society members, for artists working in print-based media. Next up in the Kamloops Arts Council’s Main Gallery, this group will be hosting an exhibition entitled Earth, Wind and Fire from August 6 to 29. In this show, all of the participating artists will explore elements of earth, fire and water through their print-based art practice such as etching, collagraphs, screen-printing and relief prints. There are seven unique artists who will be contributing to this collective art show. All of these artists are based in the Kamloops and Thompson Okanagan area. Be sure to keep your eyes open for artworks from Linda Jules,
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Kelly Perry, Maureen Light, Darlene Kalynka, June Emery, Melaina Todd and Ila Crawford. There will be a closing reception on August 22 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the gallery. The Kamloops Arts Council’s Main Gallery is open Tuesday to Friday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, and Saturdays until 4:00 pm. The gallery is located in the Old Courthouse Cultural Centre at 7 Seymour Street West.
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Dear Leo: (July 23 - Aug 22) A recent dust up with a close friend or group has left you wondering what’s going on but things are about to settle in your favor. Keep going and stick up for what you believe in. Love confuses but it’s also true. Patience and a happy smile will lead you to a brighter day. Dear Virgo: (Aug. 23 - Sept. 23) You’re our most analytical sign but this week pay attention to your dreams. You’re more attune to the surrounding energies than normal and it may give you cause for concern but it’s also leading you in the right direction. Watch for a surprise attack from someone you thought was a friend. Dear Libra (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23) You’ve been super social lately but it’s no time for a break. Close friends become a little distant but they also made you new friends to entertain and learn from. If it hasn’t happened yet, you’re still in line for recognition for work already completed. Dear Scorpio: (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Business is so front and centre that you can barely step out of your front door without clients saying hello. But Venus is retrograde so what you thought was locked down suddenly shakes loose. Next week you’re finally going to have the emotional energy to push for more. Dear Sagittarius: (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) With that joint project finally locked up and launched it’s now time to get out and explore. It’s not a back to school energy but it is encouraging you to expand your thinking. That special crush knows you’re interested and they’ll not only wait but they’re also expecting more. Dear Capricorn: (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) If you’re still looking for love then this is the last week to really go for it. Business is calling with a strong voice and it’s difficult to ignore the potential dollar signs. A joint deal suddenly goes sideways but it’s only temporary. Shortly your energy will pace your results. Dear Aquarius: (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19) There’s a tremendous amount of energy encouraging you to hit a home run in the game of love. The only damper is Venus retrograde is making your partner suddenly unavailable. There’s no reason to worry, they’re just busy. Dear Pisces: (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20) Someone popped up on your love radar recently but your focus returns to money. A sudden opportunity to cash in will be too difficult to resist but it’s a wildcard speculation at best. Love will return but the chores have to be finished before you can get down to the business of long term relationships. Dear Aries: (Mar. 21 - April 20) An aggressive energy colours your week with a desire to change something about yourself. Whatever it is will catch others off guard. Friends may be surprised but they’ll also like the new you. Proceed with confidence. Dear Taurus: (Apr. 21 - May 21) What once seemed like a promising idea at home seems to have lost steam. Whatever the cause, you’re not happy with what’s happening. You could stomp those hooves, dig in, and try to get your way but peaceful resolutions require honest communication. Dear Gemini: (May 22 - June 21) You’re in a chatty frame of mind and you’re extra social to boot. Shortly your energy is going to shift and you’ll be full steam ahead on a project or relationship that’s been start and stop for the last couple of weeks. Bumps in love will soon yield to romantic adventures. Dear Cancer: (June 22 - July 22) You’re still a little feisty as residual It’sthrough alwaysyour good news! energy from recent fights filter system. Leave the past in the past and focus on the good. This astro-cycle the good is arriving in the form #1 - contracts, 219 Victoria Street, and Kamloops 374-ECHO of money. New connections payment•for a job well(3246) done all email us at: echo@shawcable.com arrive as expected. Astro-week Sonnyscopes courtesy of Collin Sonny Rosati, Vancouver Astrologer, Hypnotist. For personal readings visit thesunnyside.net.
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