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Get ready to tee off with NSBIA for charity Some people are avid golf players, hitting the links at any chance they can get and some, like yours truly, are fair-weather golfers who drag out the clubs a few times a year to socialize, get some fresh air and have a little fun.

No matter what kind of golfer you are, it is time to dust off those clubs and sign up for the annual A&W Charity Golf Tournament on May 19 here at the newly re-opened Kamloops Golf and Country Club.

This annual fun, mixer style tournament is hosted by the North Shore Business Improvement Association (NSBIA) and Interior Community Services (ICS) with all profits and monies raised going towards North Shore beautification projects and ICS’s very worthwhile Meals on Wheels Program.

“We are back at the Kamloops Golf and Country Club after one year off,” says Peter Mutrie, general manager of the NSBIA. “The club just went through a major redesign. We are excited to be back to see what they have done.”

There are many reasons to choose this golf tournament as one of your must-attend tournaments of the season.

As well as being held for a very worthwhile cause, this is one of the most fun and liveliest bunch

Volunteer drivers for Interior Community Services’ Meals on Wheels program Irene and Howard have each been with the program for over NSBIA - lug May11.indd 1 15 years. They’re happy to see the benefits that the A&W Charity Golf Tournament put on by the NSBIA provides to the program.

of people you will meet. Many businesses and people from all across the city and the North Shore in particular come out to soak up the sun, catch up with old friends, make new friends and see what everyone is up to in their business community.

“We are about half full right now,” says Ula Chauvet, also from the NSBIA. “There is some room left for players. You can join as

singles, doubles or in groups of four.

“Every year the tournament gets a little bit better and a little bit bigger. We are doing great this year and it should be a lot of fun.”

Some of that fun includes a giant silent auction with plenty of bigticket items up for grabs, lots of great prizes and a putting contest with the main prize being a trip for two to anywhere WestJet flies!

Raise money for your team or organization!

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“We are having a big pink flamingo putting contest for the WestJet tickets,” continues Ula. “We also have two hole-in-one prizes; one from Kamloops Ford Lincoln and one from Harley Davidson. We have some great sponsors this year who are going above and beyond. There is still some sponsorship opportunity available. It is a wonderful way to get the word out to your customers about your business, products or services.”

If you still need more reasons to come out and join in on the fun, the golf tournament will also feature a delightful buffet barbeque, bright sunny skies, and friends to meet who will become your business contacts for years to come.

People have known for years that the best place to conduct business is on the golf course and that is absolutely true!

For more information about getting in on the action either by signing up yourself or your team or about sponsorship opportunities, contact Ula at the North Shore Business Improvement Association at 250-376-2411.

The A&W Charity Golf Tournament is on May 19, with registration at 1:00 p.m., and a shotgun start at 2:00 p.m.

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Business taxation forum

The Kamloops Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a luncheon focusing on business taxation in our city on Wednesday, May 11 from 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. at the Plaza Heritage Hotel.

Cost of $35 includes lunch ($25 for Chamber members).

Ron Swinden, a Senior Appraiser with BC Assessment will

speak on the process of property assessment and Randy Diehl, Chief Administrative Office for the City of Kamloops will address how businesses in Kamloops are assessed.

Advance reservations are required. Please call the Chamber at 250.372.7722 or email events@kamloopschamber.ca.

As the weather warms, people across Interior Health will be spending more time outdoors in tall grass or wooded areas and this means an increased chance of getting tick bites. Ticks are small bugs that bite and sometimes these bites can transmit disease. Fortunately, there are precautions people can take to prevent illnesses that may be transmitted from tick bites.

“There are easy things you can do to protect yourself like covering up before you head outdoors and checking for ticks when returning from a walk, hike or bike ride,” says Dr. Rob Parker, Medical Health Officer with Interior Health.

“Most tick bites do not result in illness; however, any bite from a tick or other insect should be cleaned, as infection can occur whenever there is a break in the skin.”

While ticks are common in the Interior Health region, most are the Wood Tick species, which does not carry the Lyme disease bacteria. Lyme disease-carrying ticks are more common in the coastal areas of B.C. The signs of many tick-borne infections can be quite similar and include fever, headache, muscle pain and rash.

“Even though the Lyme disease-carrying ticks are less common in the Interior than on the coast of B.C., we know many residents travel around the province frequently, so it’s important

they are aware of the signs of Lyme disease,” says Dr Parker.

For people newly infected with Lyme disease, about 70-80% will develop small red bumps at the site of the tick bite. The redness then spreads out into a circular rash resembling a “bull’seye”. See your doctor as soon as possible.

The most important and easiest ways to protect yourself from tick illnesses is to wear a hat, and do a clothing and skin check on yourself and your children after being outdoors.

Other precautions include: walking on cleared trails when in long grass or wooded areas; wear long sleeves, pants and light-coloured clothing; tucking pant legs into socks or boots; applying insect repellent containing DEET on all uncovered skin; and regularly checking household pets for ticks.

If you do find a tick on yourself or your pet, wear gloves and be careful not to crush the tick because this could cause it to inject its stomach contents into your skin. Use tweezers to gently grasp the tick close to the skin.

Without squeezing, pull the tick straight out. Then clean the area with soap and water. If you find one tick, check very carefully for others.

If you have concerns or need assistance removing a tick, please contact your family doctor or visit a walk-in medical clinic.

Tick season is here

The 36th annual Walk for Peace, the Environment and Social Justice took place on a sunny Saturday, with music, speakers and food.

Enjoying the day and supporting the cause are (L-R) Katerina Charvet and Nevada Norrish

KIB hosts discussion

The Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc (TteS) is hosting a meeting for chiefs to continue discussions on the viability of filing a class action suit on behalf of those students who attended Indian Residential school day scholars.

Day scholars were excluded from the Common Experienced Payment section of the 2007 compensation package despite experiencing the same dramatic abuses and loss of culture and language.

The meeting will be held for First Nations chiefs from across Canada on May 11 and 12 at the Sk’elep School of Excellence gymnasium.

Expected attendees include National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo, Grand Chief Stewart Phillips, UBCIC president, and Chief Garry Feschuk of the Shishálh Indian Band.

Kamloops Indian Band Chief Gottfriedson has been a leader for this issue at the national level where he advanced a motion mandating the Assembly of First Nations to coordinate the necessary political action to seek redress for day scholars.

There are approximately 78 living members of the TteS that attended the Kamloops Indian Residential School as day scholars.

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May is Speech and Hearing Month and Interior Health wants to remind everyone about the important role speech, language and hearing play in a child’s early development.

Hearing, speech and language all play crucial roles in children’s social and emotional development, as well as their ability to learn.

Toddlers and preschoolers with speech or language problems often have difficulty playing with others and managing their own emotions.

They are vulnerable to mental health disorders when they get older, and are at a greater risk for school drop out as teens.

Children’s readiness for speech and language development is greatest between the ages of twelve months and 4 years. This is an important time to stimulate communication skills and to get help for any delays.

When it comes to teaching language skills, faceto-face contact is best.

Electronic games and teaching tools are not substitutes for human contact. Babies and young children respond best to live human voices.

Parents are often in the best position to evaluate whether or not their child’s speech, language and hearing are developing well. Signs of difficulty can be subtle but may

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include: speech that is hard to understand or inappropriate for the child’s age level; certain sounds appear more difficult for a child to hear; very loud or soft speech; stuttering; not responding when spoken to from behind; a child who is distracted, withdrawn or avoids social contact; a child who gets upset when trying to communicate If you suspect a problem, Interior Health’s registered speech-language pathologists and audiologists can help.

They specialize in working with children during the critical years from birth to five years.

Call your local health unit for an appointment.

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The streets were filled with 2,200 runners and joggers at last weekend’s Boogie the Bridge run. A total of $121,891 was raised - the most in the event’s 14-year history - and after expenses are paid it will go to this year’s charity of choice, the ASK Wellness Centre. Phoenix Centre staff members Jim Laidlaw (L) and Leanne Kopytko stop to pose for a pic. Jim works at Norkam secondary school with the Raven program and Leanne is at Twin Rivers Education Centre.

Community music for Mike Puhallo Mike Puhallo is an award-winning, internationally recognized cowboy poet, authentic BC rancher, Cowboy Festival founder and organizer, family man, and friend.

“He’s the guy that was always first there to put on a benefit concert anytime someone was in need,” explains friend and fellow Cowboy Festival organizer Mark McMillan.

“Well now’s the time to turn the table and to pay him back. Mike and his family are going through some trying times right now as he battles cancer, and they are facing many expenses, not to mention the fact that his wife, Linda, is having to work when she’d like to be home with Mike. We’d also like to see them be able to fly their son home for a visit and hopefully to take in the fundraising concert.”

Mike has been recently diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of cancer, and his community is coming together to help the man who has spent his life helping others.

The BC Cowboy Heritage Society is hosting a benefit concert for

the Puhallos with partial proceeds going to the Cancer Center for the Southern Interior.

The concert is at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, May 13 at the Calvary Community Church in Kamloops.

Gary Fjellgaard, Tim Hus and his band, Hugh McLennan, Butch Falk, Dave Longworth, Matt Johnston, and Shirley Field will be providing the entertainment.

Tickets are $15 in advance, or $20 at the door, and can be purchased at the Horse Barn in Kamloops or from the BC Cowboy Heritage Society at their toll free phone number 1-888-763-2224.”

As Mike is coming to terms privately with the situation and is looking forward to his future, his friends and family ask that no one send emails or sympathy messages directly to Mike as he says that it makes his remaining time depressing.

“If you can’t make the concert and you’d like to help please send a cheque made out to BCCHS, with Mike Puhallo in the memo line, and mail to The BC Cowboy Heritage Society, Box 137, Kamloops, BC, V2C 5K3,” finishes Mark. “Please don’t write directly to Mike.”

More information about the Mike Puhallo Benefit Concert can be found online at www.bcchs.com.

The concert is taking place on May 13 at the Calvary Community Church at 1205 Rogers Way. Tanya Orozco, freelance

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Public Works show and tell event With a workforce of over 200 people, the Kamloops Public Works and Sustainability Department is one of the most important and varied departments in the city. Seemingly transparent, unless you take time to look around, you might not notice the men and women who take care of many of the things that we take for granted. It is this hardworking group that make sure our bridges stand strong, take care of over 1,650 lane kilometers of public roadways, make sure water flows to our houses, the sewage flows away, our garbage and recycling disappears from our homes and much more.

It seems fitting that every year, North America as a whole takes some time out of their schedule to promote, recognize and celebrate these hard workers with a week devoted to them in May. National Public Works Week celebrates the employees of North American corporations who provide and maintain the infrastructure and services collectively known as public works.

The theme of this year’s event is “Public Works: Serving You and Your Community.� With that in mind the City of Kamloops Public Works is inviting you and your families to come visit them and get a close up look of what they do, how they do it, and the machines they use to get the job done. “On Saturday, May 14 the City is holding an Open House at the Public Works Centre at 955 Concordia Way,� explains Kristen Meersman, Capital Projects manager for the City of Kamloops. “This is a free event for everyone to come participate and

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The City of Kamloops greenhouse is in full bloom, and will be offering tours during the Public Works Week Open House. Here’s one of the City gardeners, Kirsten Ayle, tending to the blooms.

celebrate National Public Works Week with us. The Open House will run from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with a variety of activities and demonstrations�

Some of those activities and displays will include being able to take a high ride on a bucket truck, facility tours, tours of the fabulous city greenhouse, hanging basket demonstrations, and landscaping tips, ECOSmart giveaways, and tree coupons.

Team ECOSmart will also be on site with balloons and face painting. The City will also be hosting a career information drop-in session at 1:00 p.m.

Make a day of it and stay for lunch with free hotdogs and refreshments sponsored by CUPE

Local 900. Fun for all, the kids will be enamored by the large machinery and you will pick up some great tips for the home and garden as well as take away a larger understanding of how the city operates.

In addition to the Open House, the nationally recognized Kamloops Centre for Water Quality will be offering tours throughout the week.

For more information about the Open House or to register for the water tour, please call 250-8283461. The Open House and Public Works Centre is located up at 955 Concordia Way. The event runs on May 14 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Tanya Orozco, freelance

Receive Munay Ki rites at workshop Quantum Energy practitioner and workshop facilitator Ariadne Sassafrass will be offering a shamanic and earth-based spirituality workshop in Kamloops

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Half of the donation fees from this workshop will be used to build the Munay Ki Textile Cooperative in Bolivia.

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GOTTA GET ONE Stepahanie Baotic (L) is a happy customer having a visit with staff member Terri Thompson at the recently relocated You Gotta Have It store on Tranquille. In March the collectibles store moved from a few blocks down on Tranquille St., and storeowner Petra Woehle is now focusing on antiques.

Keeping ourselves in balance

Reconnecting with nature, of I was talking with a group this week about the need for self course, is one of the simplest care, especially these days when ways that we can meditate and we seem to be living at the speed slow down and just be and lisof light (well almost). ten to our inner guides. We don't We talked about a variety of have to spend a lot of money or health and wellness learn complicated practices, including techniques to look exercise, going for a after ourselves. walk, sewing, cleanWe just have to be ing house, taking a willing to change warm bubble bath, our way of thinking going for a dip in about some of things the river, smudging, that we do, day in prayer, talking to and day out and get someone you trust if the most out of evsomething is bothery moment. And ering you, affirma- innovative changes getting the most is Kim Jensen tions, Reiki, and the sometimes just slowlist went on. ing down and enjoyWe also talked about how, even ing the moment, no matter what though some of the examples we are doing. given were just ordinary activiAll the best to you, Kim. ties of daily living or about exYou can contact Kim at Inpressing our creativity or simply novative Changes by email at reconnecting with nature, they inchange@telus.net or by followwere still very effective ways to ing me on Twitter or Facebook or keep ourselves in balance; mind, by my blog on my website at inbody, and spirit. novativechanges.com.

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SINGING FOR JAPAN A group of talented and dedicated community-minded local musicians came together recently to present Songs for Japan, a fundraising concert at the Buddhist Temple on the North Shore. All the proceeds went to aiding Japan and its people in recovery after the tsunami and earthquake. Pictured here is musician Michele Botel. – Kris Gunderson photo

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Celebrate Asian Heritage

May is Asian Heritage Month, and the Kamloops Japanese Canadian Association is holding a number of fascinating and festive activities throughout the month for the whole community to participate in.

Come and discover the beautiful art of origami (paper folding) at a free workshop for adults and children six years and older on Saturday, May 14 from 10:30 am - 12 noon. Phone 250-376-3130 or 250-376-9629 to register.

In conjunction with that workshop is an origami display at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre on May 12, 13, 17, 18, 19 and 20 from 10:30 am - 2:00 pm.

Drop in to see the different items folded out of paper. Every­one is welcome and it’s no charge.

A string of a thousand cranes, called Senbazuru, symbolizes hope or a wish to come true in the Japanese culture, and hope is what is needed in Japan at this time.

Drop in at any of the sessions and fold a few, or stay for the whole time and fold, fold, fold.

Come and help ‘fold a crane for hope’ at any of the following dates: May 9 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m., May 17 from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m., May 18 from 2:30 - 3:30 p.m., May 24 and May 28 from 10:30 a.m. - 12 noon. Please phone 250-376-9629 for more information.

All of these events take place at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre at 160 Vernon Avenue.

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The Kamloops Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre began their Asian Heritage Month festivities with a Children’s Day doll display last week.

Japan has a special set of dolls for Girls’ Day on March 3, usually purchased by grandparents when their first granddaughter is born. For Boy’s Day on May 5 there are also special boy dolls, plus kabuto (warrior helmets) and carp. May 5 is now called Children’s Day, a national holiday in Japan.

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The B.C. Karaoke Championships (BCKC) are pleased to announce that the premiere singing competition in the province is coming to the Rivers Nightclub at 355 Lansdowne Street in Kamloops.

“Our goal is to find the province’s next great singing sensation. The Thompson River region is a potential hotbed of talent and we look forward to bringing our event to Kamloops,” said BCKC executive producer WhitneyJohn Stuart.

Singers will have the opportunity to compete for the chance to represent Kamloops at the first ever BCKC provincial final on June 18 at the Edgewater Casino in Vancouver. The overall winner will take home over $10,000 in cash and prizes including a

professionally produced radio single and music video as well as a website, photo shoot and other prizes.

The Kamloops regional consists of four qualifying rounds, two of which have already taken place. There’s still time to get involved by participating in the remaining qualifying rounds on May 17 and 24; and the regional final on May 31.

Shows start at 7:00 p.m. and there is no cover charge for qualifying rounds, with a $5 for the regional finals. Singers can preregister on the official BCKC website at www.bckaraokechampionships.com.

For more information please contact Boni-Lin Braem at 250682-7215 or Travis Grin at 250318-4018.

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Get out and walk for MS Thousands of Canadians will call attention to multiple sclerosis by participating in the Scotiabank MS Walk across the country on May 15.

In BC, over 5,000 people will unite in an effort to raise over $1.6 million in pledges and bring awareness to the 55,000+ Canadians live with multiple sclerosis.

One local team, The Lowrey Family, is excited to walk in support of a husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, Stan Lowrey.

A family of five daughters, nine grandchildren and two great grandchildren will be walking with Stan and his wife Evelyn.

Stan Lowrey, a 71 year-old retired Kamloops resident, was diagnosed with MS in 2006. Stan’s most difficult symptom is fatigue and he also has almost lost the ability to use his right leg.

Although he finds his symptoms very frustrating, Stan has maintained his sense of humour, as well as kept his determination and hope. Stan’s inspiration comes from his lovely wife Evelyn and their continually growing family.

This year’s Scotiabank MS Walk occurs within weeks of a significant announcement made by the federal government highlighting the creation of a new national monitoring system for Canadians living with multiple sclerosis.

This innovative monitoring system will capture information to help identify disease patterns, track long-term outcomes of current therapies and shed light on important topics like chronic cerebrospinal venous insufficiency, which describes a treatment theory that suggests the unblocking of clogged veins will improve symptoms of MS. Join the Kamloops Scotiabank MS Walk on Sunday, May 15 for a family-oriented event that combines fundraising with fun and community spirit. There is a wheelchair accessible route – an important consideration especially for those with MS. For more information or to register, please visit the website at: mswalks.ca, or call 250-3140773. The 1km, 2km, 5km and 10km routes for the Kamloops walk begin at the Interior Savings Center at Riverside Park.

What’s Happening Around Town Preserving the Past - Kam­loops Women’s Resource Group Society is presenting a workshop on Creating Personal Archives & Memory Collections. At the North Shore Community Centre on May 24 from 10 to 11:30am. Bring a maximum of 20 pictures on a theme such as grad or a holiday, plus any related documents or certificates. For more info contact Shirley at 250-374-3949 or E: info@kwrgs.ca

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Canada Post has made profits for the past 15 years.

It’s been paying taxes and dividends back to the public purse all the while. That means your postal service and its workers have not been drawing on public funds in that time.

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We will use our upcoming round of bargaining to try to bring you new and improved postal services, while remaining profitable, including: • longer hours of business • banking, insurance, financial services • government services like licenses, permits, library service – these would vary according to your community • more door-to-door delivery • expanded parcel service • a reduced carbon footprint • same-day delivery • evening & weekend premium delivery services

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n McArthur Park Lawn Bowling Club (beside Norbrock Stadium) meets to bowl Mon, Wed, Fri. at 6pm. Flat soled shoes essential. Call for more info 250-376-0917. n Active Galaxies and Behemoth Black Holes is the topic of the Kamloops Astronomical Society meeting on May 11, 7:30pm, at TRU Old Main 2201. n Entertainment at Barside Lounge & Grill at Chances Gaming Entertainment 1250 Halston Ave. Fridays 7-10pm.

Mike Braniff is on May 13. n Local band Alamagokus with special guests are playing May 13 at The Dirty Jersey, 1200 8th St. Doors at 8pm. n BIG Little Science Centre is open for public drop-in Thurs. & Fri. 3-5pm, and Sat. 10am-4pm.

May 14 at 1:30 pm: Chemical Reaction Lab and Show. n Gardengate May Plant Sales - organic vegetables, flowers and herbs. Every Saturday in May from 9-11am, at 915 Southill St. For info call 250 554-9453 n Famous Pie Night May 17 at 6pm. Live entertainment, open dance floor, pie and coffee. North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Avenue. For more info call 250-376-4777. n Old-Time Dance with the Golden Serenaders - May 27 at 2pm. Open dance floor, coffee and goodies. North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cotton­ wood Avenue. For more info call 250-376-4777.

n Salvation Army Penticton Band & Choir returns for their 2nd annual concert ‘O Happy Day’ on May 28, 7pm., 344 Poplar St.. n Massage in Schools Pro­gram­ Instructor Training. May 28 & 29 at Kamloops Academy of Learning 699 Victoria St. For massage therapists, teachers, early childhood educators and those working with children.

For more info please call Jenn Johnson RMT at 778-220-0589. n Flea Markets - every Sunday, 8am-1pm at North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. Reserve table rentals at 250-376-4777. n Kamloops Family History Society meets 4th Thursday of each month at Heritage House, 100 Lorne St., Riverside Park, 7-9pm. AGM this month. Guests and new members welcome. For info call 250-579-2078. n Zumba Classes every Wednesday 6:30-7:30pm at the North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. For more information call 250-376-4777. n Weekly meditation on Thurs. and Mon. 7pm, Sat. 12pm. Shambhala Meditation Group, 433b Lansdowne. 250376-4224. n Kamloops’ Happy Choris­ ters invite you to join them if you are aged 55 and over for fun and singing a variety of songs.

Meet Wed. from 9:30am to 11am at the Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. For more info contact Sharon at 579-9505.

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Your Horoscope TAURUS (Apr 21-May 21)  So smile! Don’t get upset. Look to a close friend for advice. You will have to face each issue separately and in person.

GEMINI (May 22-June 21)  Romance could be exciting if you are spontaneous. Communication will be your best bet. Look into real estate.

Don’t go out of your way, and don’t let these unexpected guests cost you money.

CANCER (June 22-July 22)  You’ll be dropping friends for no apparent reason. You should teach children some of your unique creative talents. Accomplishment is yours if you direct yourself accordingly. Expect your workload to be heavy.

LEO (July 23-Aug 22) You can dazzle members of the opposite sex with your quick wit and aggressive charm. Your attitudes are changing rapidly. Pamper yourself; you deserve it. You will be emotional about family matters.

VIRGO (Aug 23-Sept 23) Channel your efforts into achieving your goals. Don’t be afraid to make a move if you aren’t happy with your emotional situation. You will have additional discipline that will aid you in your objectives. Offer consolation, but don’t give them any direction.

LIBRA (Sept 24-Oct 23) Travel is evident, but be cautious while in transit. You can make excellent purchases this week. You can make money through your creative efforts. Do not ruffle feathers if possible.

SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 22) Travel for business or pleasure. Try not to be too aggressive or judgmental when talking to your mate. Take time to deal with legal documents and the affairs of people who you may be indebted to. You may find that someone at work hasn’t been trustworthy.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23-Dec 21) You could be quite erratic regarding your personal relationship. You mustn’t be so trusting. You need to concentrate on the areas where you can make a difference. Don’t be shy to promote your own interests.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 20) Don’t let your jealous imagination play games with you. Plan to visit friends or relatives. Don’t blame others for your own stubbornness. You will have splendid suggestions for fund raising events.

AQUARIUS (Jan 21-Feb 19) You can solidify your relationship if you plan a special evening with your mate. You must make them stand on their own two feet regardless of how much you want to make things better for them. You will profit from home improvement projects and real estate deals. It won’t take much to upset your lover.

PISCES (Feb 20-Mar 20) Too much work and no play will not only result in fatigue and frustration but also loneliness, too. Expect some flak.

Try to visit a country that excites you. You can put in some overtime and make extra cash.

ARIES (Mar 21-April 20)  Don’t overspend on entertainment, on children, or make poor investments. Use your energy wisely. Your ability to stand out in a crowd will bring you the recognition you desire. Your depressed mood has been hard to shake.

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