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No mystery why magical Abra succeeds in electronics
When I was a young guy barely out of diapers – okay, I exaggerate, I was 22 – I was hired by a major electronic components distributor here in Montreal. I spent a year and a half there, moved to Ottawa and spent another six and a half years in the business after that. It was quite exhilarating, knowing you were selling products used in every single, solitary electronic device manufactured worldwide.
In this field, you have several players based in Montreal that have international subsidiaries and then a more modestlysized company that has two branches, one in Town of Mount Royal and another in Champlain, New York. Abra Electronics has been in business just over 20 years and has become “the little engine that could,” huffing and puffing to compete in what is in reality a highly competitive market, winning or losing bids by mere pennies on occasion.
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Last election piece attracted great feedback from reader So, the election is over and I can admit to you that I am basically pleased with the outcome. Not shocked, really, as it played out pretty much as I expected. I AM a bit surprised that Mount Royal Liberal Irwin Cotler held onto his seat, because I really thought he was ripe for the picking this time and I predict he is going to resign before his term is out. Irwin’s been at this a long time and I think he will have had enough, soon enough. But the election of the NDP’s Isabelle Morin in NDG really caught me with my pants down. Dropped in at least halfway through the campaign, she was up against an incumbent Liberal I assumed was a lock. Not only did the NDP tsunami sweep most of the Bloc flotsam and jetsam from power, but it caught poor Marlene Jennings, too. Reader Hugh Upton wrote me a terrific letter afterward and I wanted to share some of it with you. I wish I received more feedback like this from my readers: Mr. Eisenthal, It is the day after the route of the Bloc, humiliation of the Liberals and a rap on the knuckles for the PC and I just read your piece in the LS. I really, really enjoyed your recap of the unfolding drama. I have a grudging admiration for Harper, he gets things done and doesn’t pander to every vested interest crossing his path. Iggy? Well, let’s leave it at that shall we? Didn’t agree with you about Garneau; too much of the “entitlement” attitude: ‘I was an astronaut so I am entitled to be your leader.’ I don’t know Francois Pilon or Jessica Gal, either, so that I must now correct. As to our eminent citizen Neil Drabkin, he is the reason for the belief that we have too many lawyers walking among us. You were pretty close on the others. You missed on Jennings and Cotler survived but the rest was a refreshing insight… I wish I had read it earlier.
look forward to more of your insights – in fact I would enjoy comparing insights just to see if my take on the political “business” of Canada makes sense or is just the flight of fancy of an old fart who may not be keeping up with modern reality. The whole post election scene holds some fascinating scenarios! Regards and thank you again for a great read. Hugh Upton Back to my editorial, when I said last issue that I planned to keep a close eye on the Green Party for future consideration, I mean it, too. And for those of you who retort that Green leader Elizabeth May has only one seat to show for her efforts, her own… A lot can happen in five years, readers. Radio commercials: Dagwoods not in my Future So, there are two radio spots I have been itching to comment on. First-off, the overplayed Dagwoods spot with the challenged faux-Italian goofily stating “it’s good for you, it’s good for me, it’s good for everybody” at the end pisses me off every time I hear it. I won’t be eating there anytime soon. Second, the Future Electronics commercial - voiced by Aaron Rand appealing to quality people with great jobs to quit and join their organization is a farce. Having started my working life as a Future employee in my early twenties, I can attest that there is no greater mental sweatshop and career torture factory than Future. They pay well, but I am in touch with enough former and current Future staffers to tell you that leaving a secure, happy place for that West Island address would be career suicide. I left of my own volition to move to Ottawa, I was not let go. So, no sour grapes here, whatsoever, just a warning. _____________________________________________________________ Our winner not strung along Reader Joshua Glazer was the winner of a free set of guitar strings from musician Paul Smith, who penned our last Musical Musings. Congrats, Joshua! _____________________________________________________________
In retrospect, Marlene J. has been around for 15 years and that’s enough – it matters not one whit that she works hard although I have never seen much evidence of that. Politicians have to have a “best before” date issued to them on their first election; two terms is enough for any elected representative: Heck, corporate CEOs and other minions seldom stay more than eight years (I think). If they haven’t screwed up before that, they are out of steam and they lose interest and control of the corporate team selection process – but enough of the corporate world. Let’s talk about the Greens. I have been a closet Greener for about four or five elections – if for no other reason than to get them the $2 for their next election campaign. This time there was something to vote for; the future - and like you, I believe they hold one or two of the keys to change. Our political system desperately needs a good jolt and they could be instrumental in bringing change forward. I earnestly believe that from here on their electoral success will increase. I hope I am around long enough to see it and if possible help them achieve it.
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Last Call with Sol - Sol Boxenbaum
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A stunned Sol speaks out on Election 2011 I had already submitted my column for the current issue when I realized who we had chosen for opposition to Stephen Harper. Don’t get me wrong, I have never been a supporter of the Conservative Party because I still have the bad taste in my mouth from the Brian Mulroney years, nor have I ever had any love for the Bloc Quebecois, who were doing their best to break up the country. The Liberals had no credible leadership, so because there was no option on the ballot to vote “none of the above,” my vote went to the Green Party. Even though they had no chance of being elected I decided that the couple of bucks they receive for every vote will help them in future elections. There had been indications that the New Democratic Party was going to make a strong impact so I was not surprised when they obliterated the Bloc and the Liberals. I was happy that at least there would be a majority government, and that instead of a separatist opposition, the NDP would be a worthy opponent. I had, in Saskatchewan, lived a number of years under the NDP government with no complaints. When the smoke cleared and I saw who the elected candidates were, however, I was floored. Mr. Layton should be embarrassed by some of his Members of Parliament. With all due respect to the qualified ones, there are some who can’t speak English, representing predominantly English ridings, and visa versa. There are students and there are barmaids. There are those that did not campaign because, in their own words, they did not expect to win. There was even one candidate who went on vacation to Vegas during the campaign period. This “Apple Dumpling Gang” is going to represent us in Ottawa, at a mere salary of $ $157,731 per year. I know nothing of politics, but judging by the results I could have been elected. Truth be known, a goldfish could have been elected if we didn’t have to show a picture on the campaign posters. Who were the voters that were hypnotized on their way to the polls? Why was a wonderful lady like Marlene Jennings, who did such a great job representing the people in NDG, Lachine, Ville St. Pierre, and Montreal West, defeated by a rank amateur who can’t speak English and lives far from her riding? What were you thinking? It’s closing time. Comments or questions? Please visit www.lastcallwithsol.com To reach Sol, email him at talkradiolive@gmail.com or write to him at 80 Hillside Avenue, Suite 304, Westmount, Quebec H3Z 1V9.
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Not about magic: Abra succeeds through hard work and great inventory (continued from cover)
What makes Abra the go-to place for locals who need parts in a hurry is its retail store, the front part of the building at 5580 Cote de Liesse, corner Devonshire, open to the public. Attached to the store are the company’s administrative/sales offices and a warehouse that stocks plenty of product at 7,000 square feet. The company is known most for its ability to source hard-to-find components, including many that are in fact obsolete; however, they also stock a complete roster of the industry’s most sought-after products. Additionally, they carry the most comprehensive selection of student and electronic hobbyist kits in Canada. Despite many customers who drop in on a daily basis (the business is closed weekends and evenings), Abra’s store is nonetheless a secret to many Montrealers. Abra staffers, like kevin O’Neil, who has been with the company since just after its inception, are slowly changing that.
feel to the place. “We really get along well and care about one another,” said one unnamed employee who shuns the limelight. “If one of us is not well, or is busy, we all pitch in. It’s not unusual to have one person handling the work of two or three. This isn’t a big company but you would never know it.” Truly, if you need to look for parts, go to www.abra-electronics.com, peruse their on-line catalogue and then call the company at 514-731-0117 (toll-free at 800-361-5237). Ask for the order desk and they will check for the item(s) on the spot… or place an Internet order for reliable, fast service. Better yet, drop by the store and look around. With the hundreds of varieties of electronic components, tools and related products, huge selection of electronic and other educational hobby kits and pleasant service, this is an electronic nerd’s dream come true... not that there is anything wrong with that… Abra is also a distributor of Litehawk radio-controlled helicopters and sports some of the lowest prices for hobby items of all kinds.
The veteran electronics rep now handles mainly educational institutions across Canada: Abra sells to more than 4,000 schools continent-wide and around the world. “I’ve been here for so long I’m part of the furniture,” said O’Neil. “And after I leave my Lasalle home, my wife and children, this is the place where I feel most comfortable. I really like Abra’s management style and its workers.” What keeps O’Neil happiest is the electronics field. “It’s the continuous challenge of helping customers solve their problems, offering advice and finding parts for them that keeps things fresh every single day. Abra allows me to use all my experience, my technical and researching skills.” Abra’s store is also a large part of the business, evolving to customer needs with its stocking of popular items and test equipment , kits and robotics parts for students. Indeed, the kits have become major sellers, led by Abra’s Electronic Circuits for the Evil Genius kits. These ohso-smart kits provide hours of fun and education, as students use the included components to complete 57 experiments. The basic version comes with the parts housed in a tool box, while a combo package also includes the Evil Genius book. The kit can be ordered through Abra, which generally stocks sufficient quantities, but is also available through Amazon.com and Amazon.ca.
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What is truly special about Abra still a huge secret because they rely almost exclusively on wordof-mouth and a stellar rep to keep their regulars coming in after two decades - is that it’s a small company with a huge heart. Its modest stable of employees have been there on average at least two-thirds of its lifetime and there is a real family
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Eye Spy by Linda Rutenberg
So you think you are a master, huh? The biggest mistake that most photographers make is thinking they can create a masterpiece in one shot. Painters make sketches before the painting, writers do first and second drafts, but photo enthusiasts take one photo of a subject and then move on to the next. How are you supposed to find the best angle and best lighting position with one shot? It is not possible. Even the pros always look for something new and different. I have been shooting for over 20 years and still always shoot at least six different points of view for each subject. It is eye exercising. Every image you make trains your eye and forces you to see the subject in a new way. Every angle and close up makes you look at the subject in front of you with a sense of discovery. Sometimes you think you have finished and you start walking away, then turn around and look back to see the best shot of all. Everything has already been taken by some photographer somewhere, so why do we want to see a photograph which is an exact duplicate of something already done? You all have your own personal and unique ways of seeing the world. The challenge is to recognize it and to make photos that are unusual and striking. So here is what you need to do: Find an interesting subject that is stationary. It can be an apple on your table in the sunlight or a bouquet of mother’s day flowers. Then start taking photos of it. First take an establishing shot. That means one that shows the overall scene. Next move in and take the subject from different sides, looking down on it, getting down low and then looking up at it. Last of all, move in close and show the details. The stem of the apple, the curve of the avocado, the petal of the flower can be fantastic. Download all your images and spend time looking at all of them. Which ones reveal the elements that attracted you to the subject in the first place? Put the best ones in a folder named Best and continue doing this for a few weeks. You will start to see that only with multiple shots will you be able to take really compelling images. Next time: What makes a good photo? PS - If you are interested in one of Linda’s upcoming workshops, please send an inquiry to linda@lindarutenberg.com.
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Spotlight on Sports by Paul Graif
Habs’ future looks bright The biggest news that came out of the Montreal Canadiens’ post-mortems was that rising star Max Pacioretty, having recovered from his devastating neck injury, was ready to return for Round 2 of the playoffs. Losing to the big bad Bruins was hard enough for Habs fans to stomach, but watching them sweep the Philadelphia Flyers have people believing it should be the Canadiens who should be gearing up for the Eastern Conference final with Tampa Bay. That’s how confident this team is. It is also the best mix of veteran presence and up and coming young talent that hasn’t been seen since the Canadiens played in the Forum. It’s hard to believe that just a year ago stop signs in Montreal were being changed to “Halak” in deference to goalie Jaroslav Halak, who led the Habs to a couple of massive upsets of Pittsburgh and Washington. But Carey Price finally lived up to his Top 5 draft pick billing, emerging as one of the best goalies in the NHL with 41 wins and a strong playoffs. His best buddy on the team seems to be the uplifting P.k. Subban, who has a way of rousing Canadiens fans out of their seats with his fast forward style of play, his talent and unbridled enthusiasm. His potential appears limitless. He was the anchor this season, as a rookie no less, as the Canadiens defensive corps was decimated by injuries. Pacioretty also emerged as the power forward the team has been seeking for more than 15 years. Mighty Mite David Desharnais showed true grit and a willingness to go into the tight spots in front of the net, not to mention his speed, scoring and passing touch. We won’t broach the Scott Gomez dilemma, but with three years left on his mega-contract one can just hope he plays well enough to earn a trade out of Montreal by the deadline this season. It’s the so-called “character” players who pose a problem. What do you do with journeyman UFA Mathieu Darche, who finally found a key role for himself on an NHL roster. He obviously bleeds Bleu, Blanc, Rouge, no? Jeff Halpern was a bargain at $600 000. As a UFA he is likely gone. Benoit Pouliot may be gone, too, after a second-straight soft playoff performance. And what about the mercurial Andrei kostitsyn? He’s a restricted free agent who made $3.25 million last season, clearly not worth risking a long term contract on. You also can’t afford a longterm deal on Andrei Markov, as he is always getting injured. Now the question for GM Pierre Gauthier is who to keep and who to jettison on defence. The only players who are signed for the coming season are Jaroslav Spacek and Subban, who is due a hefty raise and a long-term contract. The future looks good as the young players are finally developing into stars. The only hope now is that Montreal remains somewhat healthy after Gauthier massages the salary cap.
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Bridesmaid's dresses are not just for weddings anymore (ARA) - You bought the dress, the shoes and the special accessories. Now the big day is over and you're left with yet another bridesmaid's dress cluttering the back of your closet. No matter how many brides have told you that you'll totally be able to wear that dress again ... you've never worn that dress again. Halloween doesn't count. But wouldn't it be nice if you could? What if it wasn't just another few hundred dollars down the drain? Design experts say go ahead and take those dresses out of the closet and introduce them into your wardrobe. Step one: "Take a look at the overall silhouette of the dress and say, 'What changes can I make that still keep the silhouette?'" says Rosalind Grenfell, academic director for fashion design and fashion retail management at The Art Institute of Colorado. Next, if that dress is floor length, it's time to cut it down to size. "Shorten the skirt to a mini," suggests Zoya Nudelman, fashion design instructor at The Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago. And while you're at it, Nudelman says you may as well remove any extraneous bows. Now that you have all that extra material left over after hemming your dress, it's time to use it. "Make it asymmetrical, add a shoulder to a strapless dress," recommends Marina Saba, fashion design instructor at The Art Institute of Houston. You can also add beaded spaghetti straps to a strapless dress to change the look says Nudelman.
bridesmaid's dress not look like a bridesmaid's dress anymore, especially if it's already cocktail length to begin with. "Reaccessorize," says Grenfell. "Put a shawl with it, change the shoes or put a cardigan with it for a more casual look." Nudelman also suggests chunky jewelry.
But you don't have to have a tailor on retainer in order to make your Since most brides pick the same dress for all of their bridesmaids even though the ladies usually all come in dierent sizes, make sure the changes you are making are enhancing your best features and that the new look will complement you and fit your personality, adds Saba. And speaking of brides, your dresses can get a once over, too. "Some brides make their wedding dresses into cocktail dresses and wear them out on their first anniversary," says Grenfell.
Saba says if brides do go that route, they should choose a tailor carefully. "Make sure that you can retain some of the special eects of the dress while still getting more use out of it." Nudelman acknowledges most brides are too afraid to ruin the dress and choose to preserve it. To learn about The Art Institutes visit, www.artinstitutes.edu/nz.
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Boomer basics: Easy and affordable tips to maintain an active, safe and healthy lifestyle (ARA) Today's baby boomers are growing older gracefully. And although more than 10,000 boomers each day will turn 65, most are not letting their age stop them from maintaining active and healthy lifestyles. Here are a few ways to ensure that you (or the ones you love) stay healthy, active and safe:
• Maintain regular health screenings and immunizations. While it is important to have regular check-ups with your family doctor, it's equally important to monitor vitals more frequently. Luckily, most local pharmacies offer free blood pressure and cholesterol checks, as well as seasonal flu shots. • Fight against falls. Falls are the most common cause of hospital visits for those older than 65, according to the Home Safety Council. To help prevent falls in the bathroom - while maintaining stylish decor in your home - add new Grab Bars with Integrated Accessories from Moen Home Care. These unique products combine functional accessories, such as a shelf, towel bar and toilet paper holder, with the safety of a grab bar. • Travel safety. Once you've updated your own bathroom with safety features, be sure that you are surrounded with these safety devices when you're visiting others or on vacation. Products such as the Suction Balance Assist Bar from Moen Home Care offer a suction design that easily attaches directly to smooth, flat surfaces for a firm, secure grip in danger zones - and easily unlocks from the wall for convenient transport when traveling. • Ensure help is a call away. Cell phones are not just for social uses, they are a valuable emergency response tool - and they don't have to come with a pricey monthly bill. In fact, plans are available for as low as $10 per month without a contract to AARP members . • Cease bad habits. Smokers will die 14 years sooner than non-smokers, reports the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. No matter if you've been smoking for years or decades, your body will be better off if you kick the habit. • Instill healthy habits. Being healthy doesn't have to involve major lifestyle changes. For example, swap high-fat or high-calorie versions of your favorite foods with lower-fat, lower-calorie versions. Or, stock your fridge with healthy fruits and vegetables for snacks. These small diet changes can make big differences in your overall health. • Boost your activity levels. This doesn't mean running a marathon - but it does mean getting your body moving. Walking, playing golf or any other enjoyable activity that boosts your heart rate is a step in the right direction. • keep your mind moving. Cognitive performance levels drop earlier in countries that have younger retirement age, according to a study published by the RAND Center for the Study of Aging and the University of Michigan. But if you're no longer in the workforce - don't fear. Just be sure to keep your brain busy by engaging in activities that combine social, physical and intellectual stimulation. By following these simple tips, you can ensure the golden years will be happy, healthy and safe. For more information on Moen Home Care safety products, visit www.moen.com/homecare.
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Whole Grain Roll by Caryn Roll
Dirty cookbooks are the best of all (warning: they’re really dirty!) I spend a lot of time with cookbooks and I just noticed something: Some of my cookbooks are really dirty. It occurred to me that the dirtier a cookbook is,the more amazing the recipes are in it. I’ll bet there are tons of dirty cookbooks all over the city and many of them are written by Norene Gilletz of Second Helpings, Please fame. She just came out with another book, called the New Food Processor Bible. It replaces the one she originally wrote about 30 years ago. The new one has 150 recipes, every one containing accurate nutrition information. She reworked many of the old favourites creating contemporary healthy recipes. I stole a copy of the original. It was a yellow three-ring binder currently out of print and is now considered a collector’s edition. I swiped it from my grandmother and I can honestly say it is the filthiest cookbook in my possession. It’s filled with the recipes grandma made while I was growing up, like those “melting moment” cookies. I love having this cookbook on my shelf. Its dirtiness inspires me! The New Food Processor Bible is fabulous. A food processor is akin to having a wonderful extra set of hands in any kitchen. For example, to save money, I routinely buy large blocks of cheese and grate them using the processor. You can’t beat this machine for making potato kugels/puddings and Norene has several recipes for that. The section that impresses me the most is the baking chapter. There are so many incredible recipes that can be whipped up in no time, with minimal clean up. I like to have baked goods on hand as snacks to put in the kids’ lunch boxes. But time is limited and I am no Julia Child, so I need fast and easy. That is Norene’s speciality. The recipes are not complicated. It is amazing what one can do with this wiz of a machine. Simply put, if you own a food processor you must have a copy of the Bible. And I promise I will give grandma back her dirty cookbook. (ED. NOTE: While in chef school, our text was the seminal On Cooking: A Textbook of Culinary Fundamentals. I liked it best when I got a page dirty while using it in the school kitchen… it’s like a badge of honour in the cooking field, I guess. We also had Noreen’s son, Chef Doug Gilletz, on staff as an instructor at Pius X).
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