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Free Vol. 10 Issue 10 FEBRUARY 2012 Now Available online www.usay.ca

NOTEBOOK from*the*editor Hello New Tribe Readers,

Need updates on upcoming Could we be in for a mild winter? USAY and New Tribe Magazine Did I just jinx it? Regardless, it’s events? Feel free to search us starting off to be a great February out on Face book and join our so no matter if growing friends it’s snowing all list. We post day, or we get upcoming events, our welcome submission chinook winds, requ irements head outdoors and deadlines, for some fresh and fun stuff air and stay like upcoming active. movie nights and book clubs. It is For all those also a great place sickeningly in to comment on love, remember stories or articles that Valentines you wish to see in day is this month our upcoming issues. so mark it on your calendar and make plans to spend it with Do you have an opinion on this someone special. issue of New Tribe magazine?

In this issue of New Tribe Good, bad, or ugly send in your magazine we brings you some thoughts and we will print it in great articles covering helpful the letters section. tips, updates on upcoming events, and a great feature Spread the word, and stay true to on local musicians No More it.

Moments, combined with our usual submissions of great art John Medeiros and poetry.

Managing Editor

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Calgary’s Aboriginal Youth Monthly usayeditor@gmail.com Managing Editor John Medeiros Graphic Design Aboriginal Design Group Urban Society for Aboriginal Youth Suite 1109, 615 Macleod Trail South Calgary, Alberta T2G 4T8 403.233.8225 Executive Director LeeAnne Ireland Program Manager Rachel Paris Office Manager Jessica Hawryluk Board of Directors President Sarena Provost Vice-President Amanda Gonet Treasurer Melaina Patenaude Secretary Cheryl Hanley

NEW TRIBE is a monthly magazine. Our mission is to promote a positive outlook on Aboriginal living in an urban setting by promoting information sharing within the Aboriginal and youth communities Opinions expressed in submitted work/letters are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of NEW TRIBE or USAY. This magazine is a forum for Aboriginal youth to speak their minds and share their stories without intervention.

The publisher assumes no responsibility or liability for plagiarism of the works in the magazine. All writings are presumed to be the original work of the contributing authors.

Special Thanks to our Community Partners & Funders

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CONTENTS

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COVER STORY NO MORE MOMENTS 20 Photography by John Medeiros

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NEWS BRIEFS

26 23 TALENT

7 WHAT’S GOING ON?

24 VOLUNTEER

8 TRIBE ART

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COMMUNITY

10 WINTER

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LOVE AND TRUTH

12 ON THE TABLE

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MUSIC REVIEW

14 POETRY

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MOVIE REVIEW

15 NON SOLO CAFFE

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LITERALLY

16 COMMUNITY

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COOL ART

18 HEALTH

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NEWS*BRIEFS

Aboriginal Happenings From Across Canada First Nations to Gain Autonomy Over Lands

on the eve of the Crown-First Nations summit.

are on the road to getting the same autonomy as municipalities to develop their own lands, Ottawa announced Monday.

Ottawa announced Monday the two Manitoba First Nations -- Long Plain and Buffalo Point -- will begin the process to opt out of the 34 land-related sections of the Indian Act and assume greater control over their reserve land and resources.

OTTAWA -Two Manitoba First Nations

The Indian Act restricts landmanagement responsibilities, forcing First Nations to win federal approval to build gas stations, shopping malls and sidewalks or pave streets.

Ultimately, the aboriginal affairs minister must sign off on all land development, a process that adds years to projects.

With more than half the 633 Canadian First Nations located near the border with the United States, thatÕ s a lot of valuable real estate open for development, argue supporters of the federal First Nations Lands Management Act. Ò What this means is weÕ d have full control of our land and full management of our land. WeÕ d be out of the Indian Act,Ó Long Plain First Nation Chief David Meeches declared Monday from Ottawa

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They are among 18 First Nations across the country added to the First Nations Land Management agreement, which was first announced in the 2011 budget.

Some 34 other First Nations in Canada already have land deals.

enthusiasts - lined up to cheer elements of the Ò renewed action plan for arts, heritage and culture” from 2013 to 2018, the work of a steering committee and city staff. Ò In my view, it is as coherent and comprehensive a document for going forward as you are ever going to find,” said Catherine OÕ Grady, chairwoman of the cityÕ s arts, heritage and culture advisory committee.

The committee unanimously approved the plan, under which most of the money would go toward funding for cultural programs and facilities.

SOURCE -WINNIPEG FREE PRESS

Panel backs renewed plan for arts

OTTAWA -CouncilÕ s community and

protective services committee heard plenty of support Thursday for a renewed sixyear, $5-million plan for arts, heritage and culture . and for the consultation process that led to the proposal.

Representatives from a wide range of communities - archeologists and First Nations leaders to arts and heritage

The plan also contains a renewed program to have a municipal poet laureate promote literary arts to residents and serve as the cityÕ s literary ambassador.

Another recommendation would establish a steering committee and work toward developing a downtown concert hall, something that pleased Alan Bowker, president of Friends of the Concert Hall.

SOURCE -OTTAWA CITIZEN

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What’s Going On? FEBRUARY,2012 Feb 3 - 4 13th Annual Symposium on Indigenous Research Queen’s University Toronto, ON www.queensu.ca/fdasc/ news/fourdirectionsevents/ fdascannualsymposium.html Feb 7 Fourteenth Annual Toronto Gala Toronto, ON www.ccab.com/fourteenthannual-toronto-gala Feb 9 No More Moments in Concert Calgary, AB www.dickenspub.ca Feb 13 - 15 Picture this...film festival Calgary, AB www.ptff.org Feb 14 Calgary’s 4th Annual Womens’s Memorial March Scarboro United Church Calgary, AB

Feb 14 Valentine’s Day Feb 16 Jeff Ross Roasts America Tour MacEwan Hall Calgary, AB http://roastmastergeneral. com Feb 17 - 19 Calgary’s World of Wheels Calgary, AB www.autorama.com/casi/ show/calgary.php Feb 20 - 26 Reel Fun Film Festival Calgary, AB www.reelfunfilmfest. com/2012 Feb 28 - 29 First Nations National HR Conference Winnipeg, MB www.lbgfirstnationshr.com

Calgary Flames 02/03/2012 07:00 PM Chicago Blackhawks @ Calgary Flames 02/11/2012 08:00 PM Vancouver Canucks @ Calgary Flames 02/14/2012 07:00 PM Toronto Maple Leafs @ Calgary Flames 02/21/2012 07:00 PM Edmonton Oilers @ Calgary Flames 02/23/2012 07:00 PM Phoenix Coyotes @ Calgary Flames 02/25/2012 08:00 PM Philadelphia Flyers @ Calgary Flames 02/27/2012 07:00 PM St Louis Blues @ Calgary Flames

Calgary YMCA Rec night Every Tuesday 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

If you have an event youÕ d like us to include in our monthly calendar, email it to us - usayeditor@gmail.com by the third Wednesday of the month.

Submission deadline for the March 2011 issue: February 23

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PREPARING FOR WINTER

by Alphonse Cabrerra

Blackfeet Indians got their names Their hunting weapons consisted from the black ash on the bottom mostly of stone pointed arrows of their moccasins from campfires. that could be used for close range game. These rock arrows were Most of the BlackfeetÕ s territory not very useful for buffalo hunting, ranged from Northern Canada all since the hide of that animal is the way to the far reaches of the very tough. southern Missouri and Montana.

Traditionally the Blackfeet tribe Even if the hunter should, have hunted buffalo and dug for camas the fortune to be close enough root as their main diet. The to the beast to push the weapon Blackfeet were skilled and clever through, it would still take much hunters, who did most of their force. Thus, they found resourceful hunting by foot until the use of ways to get the meat. The method horses came about. The Blackfeet used to hunt down the buffalo was were an aggressive and formidable known as, Ò deep-blood-kettle.Ó tribe whom were often at war In this method, one man, usually with neighboring tribes. a medicine-man would spend the day before the hunt praying to Being a tribe of meat eaters, and their god, and fast without food or they hunted the buffalo and elk water; rise early and go out to face for food as well as for their hides. the heard of buffalo alone. This The buffalo wasnÕ t wasted, the hunt consisted of dressing like the ingenious people used their fur, buffalo by wearing a headdress and skin, and fat for clothing shelter and coat made of buffalo. fuel. When meat was accessible, the Blackfeet Indians lived quite Once among the herd, the lone well. Especially during the winter hunter would walk amongst them season, since buffalo hide was and try to attract their attention; moderately warm and sustainable. one he had done that he would 10

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start to lead them away from the pack and begin to quicken his pace. One the lone hunter had the buffalo in tow; he would lead them to a pre-arranged death trap.

The rest of the people would hide behind some rocks and then jump out and scare the lead buffalo in the herd, causing it to run head long into the trap, the edge of a cliff.

Even if some of the beast caught on to what was happening, the other scared buffalo could still trample them and lead them all to their doom. In the end, the heard would all run to their deaths and the Blackfeet people could go down and take what they needed from the animals. This method would kill most of the animals instantly, for the ones who survived the fall, they were finished with the BlackfeetÕ s arrows.The men would often eat the heart of the buffalo minutes after the kill, as part of the hunting ritual.

During the late summer, hunting

COMMUNITY became more intense because the more food they had to store the easier the coming winters would be. The Blackfeet people had several ways to keep and preserve their food to last them the whole of the harsh winter months. Most of the winter meat was preserved by drying it.

The process for drying this meat could be done in several ways, one was to boil the meat, and another way would be to smoke the meat over an open flame, making it resemble what is now called jerky.

The large stores of meat had to last them the whole of the winter.

During the winter months, the Blackfeet people stayed in their teepee, by the fires to keep warm and safe. T

eating, and telling stories.

pattern if the buffalo meat was abundant. When the spring came For the women of the tribe, and the buffalo moved so did their work consisted of wood the Blackfeet Indians, since this and water gathering as needed was their means for survival. The for home and family. They would woman were in charge of moving also spend much of their time and so they would pack up their sewing or repairing moccasins and possessions and take down the clothing for the family. Despite the homes and carry all of their cold, the Blackfeet people engaged passions on their backs to their in daily bathing in the water; the next place. belief was that doing this kept them strong and healthy. During Before acquire horses, the the long nights of the winter, many Blackfeet people used dogs as dances were held to help keep the their best of burden.These animals people occupied and warm. could carry packs that weighed up to 100 pounds at a time. There Women would dress in the best were even some times when the clothing and all danced together dog of one family would be used on one side of the tent, while the to carry the weight of a baby, so men would dance on the other that the women could carry more side. The music to accompany said of their home.

o pass the What took time, many up the most members space was of the tribe the home would have or lode feast days itself. These where the were made man of a from the family would hides of invite the sometimes whole camp thirty cows into his and were home, where very heavy. he would Not only feed them were the meals and p e o p l e share his carrying pipe.

Due their homes to the large and clothing gathering of on their people, they backs, but did not all also their talk at once, p l a t e s , so when a blankets and person chose to spoke they knew dances was mostly the beating of cooking ware all had to be carried that all were listening to them. For the drums. with them, in order to make a new the men, their days were spent home near the great buffalo. inside the lodge mostly resting, The Blackfeet tribe followed this

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FLAVOR

On the Table Vegetarian Lasanga INGREDIENTS

1 (16 ounce) package lasagna noodles 1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced 3/4 cup chopped green bell pepper 3/4 cup chopped onion 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 (26 ounce) jars pasta sauce 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 (15 ounce) container part-skim ricotta cheese 4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 2 eggs 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

DIRECTIONS Cook the lasagna noodles in a large pot of boiling water for 10 minutes, or until al dente. Rinse with cold water, and drain.

In a large saucepan, cook and stir mushrooms, green peppers, onion, and garlic in oil. Stir in pasta sauce and basil; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes.

Mix together ricotta, 2 cups mozzarella cheese, and eggs.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread 1 cup tomato sauce into the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Layer 1/2 each, lasagna noodles, ricotta mix, sauce, and Parmesan cheese. Repeat layering, and top with remaining 2 cups mozzarella cheese.

Bake, uncovered, for 40 minutes. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

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crafts

Winter Crafts Snowman Thermometer Materials 1 jumbo craft stick White acrylic paint White and red glitter glue 2” piece of white chenille stem 2 medium blue pom-poms Wax paper orange toothpick 1 blue toothpick (colored toothpicks are not required, plain will work) Scrap of material for scarf Scrap of white paper for sign Black marker White craft glue Glue stick Scissors INSTRUCTIONS Paint craft stick white and let dry.

Make the snowman face by using a black marker to draw on eyes, eyebrows, and a mouth. Glue the orange toothpick piece between the eyes and the mouth.

Place a piece of wax paper on the work surface. Glue the blue toothpick to the back of the craft stick, about 2.5” down from the top.

Leave about 2/3 of the toothpick visible. Cut a piece of white paper, about 2”x3” (approximately) and fold in half. On one half, use a black marker to write “BRRR!” Line the inside with a glue stick and fold it around the blue toothpick to create the sign.

Glue a piece of scrap material around the neck area to create a scarf.

Bend the chenille so that it is rounded and fits around the top of the craft stick. This is the band for your ear muffs. Glue in place.

Trim a little off the side of a pom-pom (to make one side flatter) and glue to the side of the craft stick where the chenille ends.

Repeat on the other side.

Starting at the bottom of the craft stick, use the red glitter glue to create a “ball” of mercury, then draw a line halfway up the stick.

Switch to the white glitter glue and continue up the craft stick until you reach the scarf. Let glitter glue dry, this will take several hours. (See image.)

Use a fine tip black marker to add dashes and numbers to your thermometer, including the Fahrenheit and Celcius symbols (F and C).

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POETRY

A Broken Love Lost

by Aaron Lee Stevens Yesterday I thought about what today might be like tomorrow.

Or maybe it was just the thought of a better day without broken hearted sorrow. & Through a time of some severe mental strain, it’s a wonder how I’m able to keep it all together & sane.

So ask me how I survived your little game of heartbreak, turmoil & pain.

Well everyday now my heartache knowing happiness just isn’t the same.

Words couldn’t even describe how I’ve really been feeling inside. & as hard as I try, my eyes are too dry to even come close to a cry.

Though I feel I’ve suffered more than you could ever imagine.

I guess that’s why you could say my words are wrote with such emotional passion.

Lost in a memory of thoughts & trying to break free from this capture.

It’s like I caught the wrong bus on a one way road to disaster.

Then my life took a turn for the worst. I got arrest for first.

I heard you didn’t believe in my innocence. I gotta tell you that hurts.

Now my heart says you never really cared from the start.

You took off in a flash & left me lost in the dark.

Forced me to face the pain of my emotion today in which I would say is not the main cause of my art.

All in all I guess this would be the final message I wanna send...

You meant more to me than words could ever comprehend.

You were more than a soulmate to me baby, you were my best friend & now it’s sad I could see you & me have come to an end.

Fate don’t see us making amends.

Ain’t no need to pretend.

I don’t think I could ever love another soul again.

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Community

Non Solo Caffe

by John Blackbird The Italian language is almost drowned about by the sound of ducks, angry ducks.

The endless stream of little cars and motored scooters are the angry little ducks, each car and scooter with its own quack.

The Carabinieri sounds a not so urgent call to get out of the way, Ò hey weÕ re the Police, move it. CÕ mon.Ó

Faith. I found that I was not inspired by the sculptures or all the white JesusÕ s. But the quiet room of prayer did inspire me to send a quick, silent prayer to the Creator. I hoped He or She heard me, for I sent an unselfish prayer for someone out there, who was likely at about that moment running her fingers through her long black hair.

I tried to quit smoking in Rome, but with everybody smoking, I almost felt One euro Cappuccino is yummy, for- bad for not lighting up too. I ashed my get about what your favorite little cigarette, then I walked into the little coffee shop in your town can provide, super market. It was a good thing I the Italians have coffee in their blood. learned a new word that day too. UsI think itÕ s why they drive the way chita, exit. There didnÕ t seem to be a they do. way out, but there was a way in. All I wanted was some bread and cheese.

I feel like I am in grade one, learning But how the hell do you get outta to count to twenty in Italian. Some get here, I thought, once I found what I turned on by University knowledge, was looking for. but at this moment, the language is the thing. The life behind the words, On the way to San Giovanni, I found and the emotion and meaning behind the best time to cross the street was even the laugh. The language reminds on a Red. Even when you have the me of being at home on the reserva- green, the cars and scooters donÕ t tion. There is a life and laughter in the stop for you.You as a pedestrian with dialogue, making me think of my Aunt a green light are not an on-going conas she makes a quick comment to a cern.They look past you, see an openfellow colleague in the hallway at the ing and then drive faster. It was a good school where she works. Ò Aye,Ó they time to sing my death song. say and continue on.

Non Solo Caffe, not only coffee, but IÕ m trying to time the Tram, thinking also a place to wait, the Tram will it might have a schedule. For the Ro- come when it comes. Have a seat, man says, Ò the Tram will come when think, watch the traffic, take time, it comes.Ó maybe even do some soul searching.

Maybe in five minutes the Tram will Yesterday, after tiring of waiting for come. the Tram, I walked to San Giovanni, the original church of the Christian I sit and think, about Love. ItÕ s not like

in the movies, itÕ s not structured in three acts. With a beginning middle and end. Love should have no end.

Still waiting for the Tram, I thought of new rules for life. Take yourself seriously, Learn the difference between a Dream and Fantasy. Be able to distinguish where youÕ re at. Put yourself into perspective. Be Logistic, find peace within yourself before you head back into society. Be the first to leave the party. Use a Natural sense, and remember that Buddha knows everything, but only says what is necessary.

At least coffee in the morning is universal: I jot another quick poem. Ò She is like a ray of light, like children playing, she is like a wind, moving, soothing...Ó The Trams full, forget it, IÕ ll walk. I come across an accident with a dog.

Dead on impact, the occupants of the car get out, they stand around, quiet, sad and feeling bad. The Lady of the group in the car, grabs a cardboard from the back of their car, the men lay the dog on it, they fold the cardboard around it. They want to lift the dog in to the trash, but voices from above shout down. I wasnÕ t the only witness. They set the dead cardboard wrapped dog in the grass, get on their cell phones and all hang up not knowing what to do, they shrug. They get back into their car and drive off.

I see the Tram, at a Red Light.

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YEARÊO FÊT HEÊD RAGON Lorne Taylor

IÕ m always telling a friend of mine about my Aboriginal culture and after years of hearing me talk she finally decided to pay me back by teaching me about hers with the coming of Chinese New Years.

I figured I would take it a step further and share it with New Tribe readers so that everyone can learn about another culture that is a growing presence in Calgary.

ideas and cultural philosophies.

The three most important So, to beginÉ culture influences were Taoism, China has a long history from the Confucianism, and Legalism. Tao ancient Xia Dynasty to present is the study of Taoism which time; China has had an important means Ò The WayÓ . The Dao de role on culture. It cannot be Jing is the oldest book of Taoism underestimated the spiritual which translates to Ò The Way and impact it has had on all cultures VirtueÓ was written by Lao-zi. across the globe. The Zhou dynasty can be broken down into These three cultural influences two periods. The Eastern rule play a large part in the Chinese and the Western rule. Spring ways. They can be very perplexing and Autumn Periods named for a because the meanings are not famous book brought about new fully understood. The TaoistÕ s approach to life is questioning 16

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his consciousness against the universe. I am a butterfly, I am a man, am I a dragonfly, am I a man. This is the beauty behind the thought of this paradoxical belief system. This led to Buddhism and the ideas of Confucius.

The idea that a good and virtuous ruler should lead by sound and morale judgment.

These ideas have permeated societies around the globe. It is important to be aware that decisions we make affect all balance of life. There have been Chinese explorers that have been circumnavigating for arguably thousands of years.

There has been contact with civilizations from the Egyptians to the Assyrians, Greeks and Romans.

The Chinese invented gunpowder, the compass, papermaking,

COMMUNITY dynasty.

The immortals live on a group of five islands somewhere in the Bohai Sea. Traditional Chinese medicine and Feng Shui are attributed back to the Tao. There are many artists and philosophers in Chinese history that have influence on the globe.

China has become a super power in the world and with that there are great responsibilities. It is a cultural revolution that is taking place in a great way across the globe.

China should not repress these freedoms in their culture, but recognize and express them. In the celebration of Chinese New Year we should try to celebrate

and learn as much about that The Tang dynasty often called the golden age of Chinese history culture as possible. is represented by painting, Just like our Aboriginal people sculpture, poetry, and woodblock the Chinese should be proud printing, which enabled the mass of their heritage and focus on production of books, made its the all the available resources in earliest known appearance. the community to maintain the It just takes education and bridging culture. the gaps toward a brighter The Chinese have a recorded tomorrow. I understand the history of over 4,000 years and challenges that the future holds have kept written history not just for our planet. If everyone can on paper, but stones and bamboo. learn something from each other My friend has talked with many of we could create a better home her Chinese youth and they do for humans and animals. Take not know this history of China the some time to reflect and be proud way they should. (Similar to our of your heritage. Take a walk in Aboriginal youth) In every culture nature and feel connected with parents need to show a broader yourself again. interest in educating kids on their history and background.

Dragon lanterns celebrating Chinese New Year

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Health

GAMBLING ADDICTION Janice Monroe Gambling addiction is often thought to be not as severe as addictions to substances. This thinking is detrimental to gambling addicts, who struggle to identify what they are experiencing and have much difficulty convincing others to take the addiction seriously. Doctors have identified activity in the addiction centers of gamblersÕ brains that is identical to activity in the brains of heroin and cocaine addicts. People who suffer from an addiction to gambling are entitled to the same respect and level of medical treatment as those who have physical chemical dependencies.

Gambling addiction can take many forms, several of which are not apparent to other people. Addicts may compulsively purchase lottery tickets or scratch-off cards on a daily basis. Some gamblers buy tickets and cards at more than one location in order to not draw attention to how many they are buying every day.

not be aware of the addiction as it is developing. It is the compulsion that is at the root of the problem, not the initial expense of money spent in the early stages of the problem. Sports betting is another common outlet for problem gamblers.

Betting on major sports events like the Super Bowl or the World Series is something that a lot of people do casually, and there is no way to look at an office pool and outwardly identify those who only bet on big games and those who frequently bet on all kinds of games. Card games are yet another deceptive realm in which gambling addictions are hard to spot. Friendly games of poker can be a major source of stress and anxiety for people with gambling problems.

Vacations to gambling hot spots like Las Vegas or Atlantic City are fun excursions for most vacationers, but gamblers approach them with the focus and Since lottery tickets and scratch- obsessiveness of someone with a off cards are available for as little diagnosable compulsive disorder. as one dollar apiece, it is easy to Winning a large sum of money 18

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does not provide the expected relief from the urge to keep gambling. If anything, a big win is an incentive to continue making risky bets, since the gambler now has evidence of the rewards of continued gambling.

Online gambling has made it even easier for gambling addicts to hide their habits. They will stay up late at night playing online poker and betting on sports games. Being able to do these things from the comfort and privacy of oneÕ s own home means there is little traceable physical evidence of a gambling addiction. It also means that the gambler has constant and immediate access to gambling outlets and will seek them out more often.

The sense of shame that accompanies compulsive gambling is one of the early warning signs of a developing gambling problem.

When the gambler begins to feel that his gambling is something that he needs to hide from other people, his habit has become a problem that his friends and family members have probably

HEALTH noticed and tried to address in conversation.

Gambling addiction has similar effects on the life of the gambler that drug addiction has on drug addicts.

Gamblers may find themselves lying to their friends and families, difficulty committing to tasks at work or school, and financial ruin.

Many gambling addicts also steal money from family members in order to fund their habits.

Like other disorders relating to impulse-control issues, the urge to gamble cannot be controlled or stifled. The logical realities of the state of his finances will not matter to him, and he will not stop gambling even if he finds himself in

an extreme state of debt. Financial ruin will not stop the gambler from stealing or borrowing money long after his rational side acknowledges that gambling is a losing game.

The gambler needs to see that his friends and family members are supportive and respectful of the nature of addiction before he will agree to seek medical treatment for what is now recognized as a serious and legitimate mental illness.

Many gamblers enter drug rehab programs in order to connect with other addicts and feel that they are less alone with their addictions.

Therapy is key to mental health disorders like addictions; there is no quick chemical or medical fix for behavioral problems. The gambler

may need to completely cut ties with friends who are deemed bad influences and who do not respect the addictÕ s need to stop gambling.

Vacations to Vegas and Atlantic City will be out of bounds, as will office betting pools.

The gambler may be dependent on family and friends for a while, as his finances will be out of sort for a long time following his treatment.

Being able to stay stable and take advantage of the routine of a regular job is helpful too.

If you need some good information on helping to identify problem gambling, check out this great website www. albertahealthservices.ca

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Community Can you introduce yourselves and your roles in the group?

CBR Hello, I’m Carlin Black Rabbit and I play drums and also back vocal on some songs. I generally take care of all our bookings, press and promotions.. I also enjoy playing pranks on the bro’s such as distracting them when their recording parts and other shenanigans.

BWL My name is Buddy Wolf Leg and my role in the band is playing bass guitar, which I have been playing for almost three years now, vocals, and being the big older brother.

TM Ty Maguire. Guitar and Vocals.

How long have you all known each other and what was the process in starting the group?

CBR I pretty much grew up with Ty and became friends with Buddy six years ago while we were in high school. In my early teenage years there always use to be local metal shows in Siksika. I did my best to attend all the shows. The movement inspired me to start my own band.

So I asked Buddy and Ty if they wanted to start a band, because I knew they were the right guys for the job. Having zero experience with any instruments we began jamming.

At the time I played bass, Ty was on guitar and Buddy on drums. The years passed by and now I am the drummer, Buddy is the bass player and Ty is our guitarist/vocalist.

BWL We known each other since 06’ in high school. For starting our first group, Carlin asked me if I wanted to be in his and Ty’s Band as a drummer, which would be known as Inborn

Vain.

I always wanted to be in a band so I jumped at the opportunity. Back then, Carlin was on bass then he eventually became our vocalist and Ty was on guitar. As for any band getting started, we started out playing covers by The Ramones, The Misfits, and Queens of the Stone Age in Ty’s Grandpa’s garage. For No More Moments, Carlin, Ty, and Kelsey Poor Eagle (former bassist) formed the group in 08’ after Inborn Vain. At the time, I just started playing bass and jamming with my cousins when Carlin contacted me if I could fill-in for Kelsey on bass for ‘Blood Fest’ in Kainai, AB. in the summer of 09’.

The process for both groups began with playing what we knew, creating chemistry amongst ourselves, then from that gradually beginning to make our own music and sound.

TM We`We have all known each other since High School and Carlin one day just came up to me and said hey lets start a band and I just said Okay.

Where did the band name come from?

TM The name came from a Misfits song, me and Carlin were chilling in my room waiting to jam and the song No More Moments came up and we were looked at each other and said that’s going to be our name.

What type of band/genre would you classify “No More Moments’ CBR In my opinion we are a punk band, however we add different musical elements to our music such as metal, rock, alternative, and blues.

Also what me and Buddy came up with “punkgaragecore”

Some members of bands seem to have different personality traits. ie...the joker,,, the serious one... is that true of NMM and if so, who is what?

BWL It’s true with us and I say Carlin is the joker, Ty is the strong silent type, I can be the joker, the serious type when we’re taking care of business, but not too serious, also, I’m the energetic and adventurous type CBR I am obviously the serious one in the band ha ha. Buddy and Ty are jokers.

What would be a dream tour lineup for NMM? CBR Mastodon, Black Flag(Henry Rollins era), Misfits(Danzig era), Red Fang, No More Moments Where can people go to hear your music?

CBR like us on facebook: www. facebook.com/nomoremoments or follow us on twitter @ Nomoremoments BWL Check out www.reverbnation. com/nomoremoments or our EP coming out in March.

At what level do you see the band in 5 years?

CBR In 5 years I see NMM consistently touring throughout the country and playing in the U.S. I would like to have a few records of our own out, and most importantly still a band.

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What do each of you do in your spare time away from the band?

CBR I attend MRU, and hopefully will be a social worker in a few years.

I recently became a father, so I have a long road of fatherhood ahead of me.

BWL I go for runs/walks with my family and spend time with them, photography, jamming on my guitar Susie, working on songs, etc Tell us about your upcoming show Feb. 9th?

CBR We will be hitting the Dickens Pub stage, with Sacred Savage and Soggy Moccasins. I have played Dickens a lot of times with former bands, and work there on weekends for live events.

The staff at Dickens are great, and the production is top notch. I am glad we will finally be playing there. We will be playing our songs off our ep, so come out and support all the bands playing.

BWL I know all of us are excited to play our first show of this year with two great bands and group of guys Sacred Savage and Soggy Moccasins. It should be fun and good to unveil our originals to others that haven’t heard them yet.

Plus, It’s always a fun experience playing live shows.

Best moment so far as a band?

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our set I dared the crowd to join us on stage and rock out with us. Sure enough they did, and we had hmm 30 people on stage having a good time with us.

Good times. Oh yeah, recording the ep was fun too. We spend the weekend in Cardston, Alberta; a small, dry, boring Mormon town. Absolutely no fun, but when we arrived we had a good time.

I can’t really go into detail of what exactly happened, but that was a good weekend for us. I would also like to add a special acknowledgement to the guys in my band who make No More Moments a stress free environment. It feels good to not having to deal with conflicts at shows, jams or recording.

Everything we do is so chilled out, and we don’t let our egos get the best of us.

I am at my comfort zone in this band.

BWL There’s a lot but I would have to say playing our first show in Calgary at Mount Royal. It’s always great to play your first show in a big city, such as Calgary, to get it under your belts, but that leaves you with a taste of wanting more...as odd and weird as it sounds (laughs) TM The best moment that I`have had in the band was when we recorded our demo so much fun stuff happened that weekend.

Worst moment?

CBR-hahaha. While we were in Cardston we ate at this vintage Chinese restaurant. It was kind of a raunchy place, but we were hungry. The food ended tasting gross and affecting us

hours later. One of our members, not going to say names flooded our hotel toilet bowl and filled the room with a recycled raunchy Chinese food smell.

Note: DON’T EAT AT OLD SCHOOL CHINESE RESTAURANTS. BWL When someone who I won’t mention plugged our toilet in our hotel room TM I don’t think we`ve actually had a worst moment... so far.

Shout out to your fans?

CBR Thank you for your continuous support. No More Moments is going to continue to write music for you.

Stick to your dreams, because anything is possible. I never thought our band would make it this far, and we still have a long ways to go. Keep in mind that if you work hard for what you want, essentially it will be yours. Finally support local music, and attend shows, buy merchandise and spread the word for bands. follow me on twitter @carlinhasaidea. cheers.

TM like our Facebook page No More Moments, check out our songs on Reverbnation.com and follow me on Twitter@KashtinMaguire.

BWL Huge thanks for all your support.

All that we do is for you all, the fans.

You’re one of our biggest motivators, thanks again.

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I’ve been a lot of places seen a lot of things I think I’m finally ready to take on the world And conquer whatever struggles life brings I feel blessed to still be here It’s good to be alive The streets made me what I am today And only the strong survive I can’t dwell on the negative And the people that I’ve hurt All I can do is learn from my mistakes Learn from the wrong And always be strong Until the day I’m gone And what doesn’t kill me Only makes me stronger I got no time to lose anymore It’s time for me to conquer Time for me to win Because I haven’t come this far in life to lose I refuse to give in Even in my times of defeat I’ll always hold my head high And rise to my feet And keep walking forward Always staying strong Until the day I’m gone Because this life is short You can never take it for granted I live each day like it’s my last Never allowing myself to live in the past And when life knocks me down I always get up Hope is all that I have And I’ll never give up Because I do whatever it takes to survive And when push comes to shove When it all comes down to it All that I have is my Native Pride Until the day I’m gone

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Mike Lickers Reconnects Youth Story and photos by Andrea Tombrowski Ò Drawing on the strength of Indigenous culture, the wisdom of the Elders, with a philosophy of love and respect for the Earth and all peoples, Ghost River Rediscovery aims at empowering people of all ages and cultures to discover the natural world, the worlds between cultures and the worlds within themselves.Ó -quoted from website of Ghost River Rediscovery Society www.ghostriverrediscovery.com CalgaryÕ s Ghost River Rediscovery Society (GRR) is an award-winning, non-profit organization offering outdoor, leadership and cultural education programs based on Aboriginal traditions and values.

Michael Lickers is the passionate executive director of GRR. He took time out of his busy life to answers a few questions for New Tribe.

NT: Hi, Mike. Could you please start by telling us a bit about yourself?

ML: I am from the Turtle Clan, Upper Mohawk Ð Six Nations.

NT: You were one of the founders of GRR in 1994.

Has the original mission of the organization changed or evolved over the years?

ML: The original mission of Ghost River Rediscovery has not changed since its inception, nor has that of Rediscovery.

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The programs offered by Ghost River Rediscovery have evolved, yes, from summer camps to full year round programming, such as the Urban Rediscovery: Rediscovery School Program (RSP) which offers schools the opportunity to access our services. Our local and international youth leadership programs offer young people the opportunity to travel and learn about other cultures while sharing the beauty of Aboriginal cultures in Canada. A recently purchased new land base of 160 acres near our summer camp area will allow our programs to have the benefit of rediscovering the land not only in the summer but year round.

Essentially, the mission of Ghost River Rediscovery has allowed all of our programs to maintain a firm grounding of rediscovering who we are, others in our world and the natural world.

NT: In your opinion, what are one or two of the main challenges facing Aboriginal youth today?

ML: Very interesting question, and one that has many answers. I believe that some of the youth we have worked with are faced with the challenge of identity, which in turn spirals to many other areas. Social well-being, pride, education, work, interaction with others in positive ways and the list can go on.

NT: How do you think those

challenges can be met?

ML: Offering access to programs like Ghost River Rediscovery, which support cultural education; the process of rediscovering identity; creating a positive network of peers; active pursuit of physical, mental, emotional and spiritual development Ð these are all part of the programs offered by our organization.

There are other program that are supporting youth and that is a good thing, giving youth the chance to develop into great leaders, wonderful human beings and, most of all, aware of who they are and what they can accomplish.

NT: GRR offers a number of exciting youth programs (please see www. ghostriverrediscovery.com for more information). Can you please highlight some of your upcoming summer camps for youth?

ML: All of Ghost River RediscoveryÕ s programs are designed to address age appropriate skills, from youth to young adults. Two of the most exciting and challenging programs are the Rite of Passage sessions: the Wolf Camp for young girls who are ready to reflect on what it takes to be a woman in todayÕ s world, and the Grizzly Camp for young boys ready to transition to manhood. Both camps are for youth ready to take on a challenging personal journey.

COMMUNITY The adult equivalent of this program is the Mountain Spirit camp, designed for adults who have not had the time to sit still and ask the question; Ò If I am doing what I love to do, how do I get better at it?Ó Or, Ò If I am not doing what I love to do, what do I need to do to change that in my life?Ó Easy questions posed to both youth and adults alike Ð with profound effects.

NT: In 2011, you were honoured with the Chief David Crowchild Award for your work Ô to bridge the gap, create dialogue and build relationships between Aboriginal and nonAboriginal cultures.Õ What did receiving the award mean to you personally and professionally?

ML: It is always a humbling experience to be honoured by your community, and one that I respect and acknowledge with pride.

Personally, it is what I do and love

doing Ð educating people and creating a space where relationship building can occur in a positive environment.

Professionally, it is recognition that the work we do at Ghost River Rediscovery in Aboriginal Awareness training and other aspects of our work is recognized as valuable and needed.

NT: I had the privilege and pleasure of attending GRRÕ s Aboriginal Awareness Training in September 2011.

The one-day workshop allowed Aboriginal and nonAboriginal adults to explore some of the challenges faced by Aboriginal people in Canada. At the training, you had remarked that your father said we need a connection to the Earth, our Creator and ourselves. How might one nurture those connections?

ML: Come to Ghost River Rediscovery and be a part of what we offer it Ð that would be a start. We

all have ways that are valuable to our well-being. Some find it in traditions, others in ways they were taught.

Some may be disconnected and that would be a reason to be part of what we offer.

Ceremony is a daily occurrence.

Whatever that looks like for you is a way to connect with nature, be active. Whoever you choose to call our Creator Ð maintain or create an connection. Regarding ourselves, nurture who we are, respect that we are all connected in a greater circle of life.

NT: Thank you, Mike, for your input and insight. I wish you and the society continued success in 2012.

ML: Thank you. It has been a pleasure and an honour to share our work, the commitment of Ghost River Rediscovery in creating a wonderful place for people to explore themselves, others and the natural world.

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My search for love, and truth

By Harry Solorzano Hi my name is Mike I am a 6 year old boy and I have recently moved in to a new home after being taken away from my old foster parents house whoÕ s names are Tom and Tammy well at least thatÕ s what I used to call them, but these nice ladies who took me away from them told me that they are not who they say they are and that there real names are Abuse and Neglect. I think they named them that because of the bruising on my arms and because I havenÕ t eaten and have been wearing the same dirty clothes for over 2 days now. I guess that’s why they took me away IÕ m not sure but I was happy because they werenÕ t very nice to me and they didnÕ t call me by my real name they would call me other names, like loser, and stupid kid and that would hurt my feelings in my heart but I learned to ignore these words yes!

I would close my eyes and pretend I was on an island with the angels of heaven on top of clouds and this would help me forget about my feelings. My new home is cold and my new parents seem to yell all the time at each other. I donÕ t like it here and I feel alone again, were is love and truth I heard these words being spoken from the worker ladies when taking me to this new home, it sounded very nice and I am hoping that I find it there. I began to wonder if my parentÕ s names are love and truth but if so why did they leave me and how come they havenÕ t come looking for me? Was I a bad baby was I to ugly to keep, I wonder where they are right now, I wonder if they think about me, why did they leave me at the hospital when I was a baby, are my real parents not love and truth.

I think about who my real mother is and my father do they look like me do I smile like them, I donÕ t know but I like to sit here and think of them as if they were here. (2 years later) I am 8 now and I still havenÕ t seen my real parents. I think

they forgot about me and well at times I donÕ t even think of them anymore, plus I have mastered the technique of hiding my feeling and not letting myself cry to sleep anymore. My new foster parents are not love and truth my foster dad tells me that crying is for girls and that real men donÕ t cry he especially says these things to me when he has been drinking and starts yelling at me, maybe I shouldnÕ t have asked for seconds at supper time he gets very angry when I ask for seconds but I was still really hungry y, he also tells me that there is no truth and everyone lies and that love is just some chemical inside the brain and chemicals are just a substance not a real thing , IÕ m not sure exactly what that means ,but I believe him because they treat me and my new brother and sister the same way as my old parents used to treat me and I donÕ t feel anything anymore, so that must be true.

(Several years later) I am now 24 years old and as of 3 years ago I had been living on the streets since running away from that abusive home I used to live in .

At 10 years old I left that house in search of love and truth. It wasnÕ t in the gangs I joined although at times I thought I felt love and truth but it just turned out to be hate and destruction, it wasnÕ t in the jails I used to go into nor was it in that unhealthy relationship I was involved in. Although at times it felt like love and truth but I quickly realized it wasnÕ t, it was love and truth in disguise, she left me for someone whom I trusted as one of my close friends from a long time ago, thatÕ s when I felt betrayal and new this was not love and truth. I would spend much night’s drinking to find truth and looking into drugs for love these were also not love or truth but sickness and regret. I was on the verge of giving up on finding love and truth. One day when I was sick from drinking for 4 days straight I cried out to the creator or god or what-

ever people called him and asked if he new were truth and love was and if so to please help me find it, I made a strong effort to walk out from under that bridge I had spent many nights drinking and doing drugs, that I walked on to a street and just as I was crossing the street I seen these to adults walking towards me I first thought I was hallucinating but then the man spoke and said, hey you do you need help? Can we take you home and feed you and get you warmth let us help you, I was confused I never had anyone talk to me this way and I asked them who are you and what are your names the man said my name is love and this is my wife truth.

I remembered this warm feeling in my heart that I hadnÕ t felt in my whole life and I said to myselfÓ could these be my parents whom I havenÕ t ever seen beforeÓ but they werenÕ t they were good people who wanted to help me, I then said to myself ‘ finally I have found love and truthÓ . And from that day on, I have considered them to be my real parents and they were aboriginal like me and taught me about my culture and my traditions and told me that the creator heard my prayers and that he was just waiting for me to ask for help and to stop trying to search for love and truth all by myself and that all that had happened to me in my life was for a purpose an d that was to show gods grace on mankind and that I must teach these things also to all those who cross my path . They then told me what there nameÕ s meant, my father said love is wanting the best for oneself, others, and all of creation ,and that my motherÕ s name truth is knowing all these things and living by them. They even gave me a new name Courage which means confronting problems with integrity to resolve them in a good way these teachings I live and they live with me every day of my life.

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Turn up the Volume

By Katty Jo Rabbit

Amy Winehouse Lioness: Hidden Treasures Hearing someone sing after their death is very distracting to the fact that the music by itself would have been fantastic, and the fact that it is tragic makes it even better.

Though, you can really tell that they wanted to focus on her softer side, her demise in the public eye was extremely sad. And yet the music industry allowed her to fall, and as we watched, she spiralled into a lonely hole, where she eventually killed herself.

Yet this album is definitely a focus on happier moments, not as hard or as in your face as other albums have been, instead it feels like she opened up one of her journals where for a brief moment we got to see the happy little side of her that she clung to, to help her get through some of her darkest moments. Our day will come, Like smoke, and Valerie are some sensational songs. At times sounding more mature than she came off, her duet with Tony Bennett, and rapper Nas showcase the flavour and variety of her musical genius.

Crazy how life goes, overall it captures what she was about, how she felt, her strong sense of self in her music was not a reflection of who she was to the tabloids.

ItÕ s enough to make a made to TV real life drama, but at least the soundtrack would be a good listen, her jazzy voice, as smooth as elk buckskin shocks you when your reminded of pictures posted on the internet of her face pocked marked with meth abuse.

That beautiful voice, her musical talent, all so evident in this compilation of previously unreleased material, will never be allowed to move beyond what might have been.

Kathleen Edwards Voyageur For each and every one of us, music is the way to express our inner most thoughts, and feelings, when these are evoked, which by the way is through the kidneys, we identify in the song, and we connect. This is the beauty of it all, and in some small way Kathleen Edwards has done so for herself. Waiting on the edge of the spot light, she has finally been able to step into centre stage. Which is about time, some of the critics may say that yes, she is married to Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon, but they can’t say that he influenced her sound, maybe a little, on a few of the songs. But Edwards clean cut simplistic lyrical content is evident that she is still in the driverÕ s seat.

Change the sheets, For the record, and Side car reflect her ability to tip toe the edge of folk rock alternative, whilst able to remain in a total category of her own makes the album greatly influenced. Undertones in the fourth instalment from this Canadian artist leave your mind a bit boggled, and a little depressed. Only because the content is so soft sung, and at times a melancholic rendition of a woman who has been emancipated or divorced.

One of the neat things about this is that you may be able to capture this in a live performance as she has just announced her tour dates, and for you Hannah Georgas fans she will be accompanying Edwards as vocal backup. Lots of opportunity there for spontaneous collaborations, this is exciting.

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Music You Can Feel In Your Toes Foe Bad Dream Hotline There is pattern that happens when you mix pop music and disgust for the lovelorn, but know the animalistic yearning, itÕ s a chaotic pattern that tunes you into another world, you get A handsome stranger called death. This debut album is part Adams family reunion, and part Shirley MansonÕ s little cousin who grew up wearing her lipstick and digging around in her room.

The most surprising of it all, is that it all comes off as seemingly unintentional which is such a relief.

Dance and weep, Cold Hard Rock is concrete evidence lead singer Hanna Clarks razor sharp lyricÕ s and her lick the blade imagery that leaves a bold taste of intrigue on your lips is worth the whole twelve dollars it is being sold for, thatÕ s if you still buy cdÕ s. The only thing that is lacking here is the ability to make you think of someone thing new, instead youÕ re drawn back into that early nineties riot girl act that has been over played. Especially since the back story of this girl seem to be involved with Wiccans, and the like, how convenient.

She has also been linked to Dan Grech, and why is his name important? Because he is linked to The Vaccines, Howling Bells, this gives you street credit in the industry, itÕ s also because Mike Crossey, who is part Arctic Monkeys, and Foals is also involved. Pretty impressive for a girl around the way with a brand new album; must mean that Hanna also has some back up.

Lana Del Rey Born to die Lately there has been a huge buzz around this girl, she was born and raised in New York, and has a rich daddy, donÕ t let this fool you though, she can sing, and she can write. She may not be the most experienced performer yet, you have to see the SNL performance to know, but she is going to make some more noise.

With a YouTube hit Video Games, Lana Del Rey has been able to deal with the rise to fame in such a short notice that you know for sure she is not going to bomb this debut, if she does it will be with style and grace. Some have even dubbed her the gangster Frank Sinatra. With a few interviews out it has been noted that most of the songs on her album are from a time when she has let go of her own ambition to be with someone who wasnÕ t really providing for her what she needed. Must have been a really handsome dude because only handsome guys are allowed to get away with that! It also shows that success is the best revenge.

With a twelve list tracking, and five songs already leaked there is great music for you all still to discover, ranging from a husky sultry voice, to a sexy youthful vibe there is definitely a good scale of vocal range to set your ear on. This is where you decide if you are going to be a fan or not. Signed with Interscope Records letÕ s hope that the haters like Juliette Lewis who tweeted, “it was like watching a 12 year old in their bedroom when they’re pretending to sing and perform”, will be satisfied with her musical talent. But who knows Juliette Lewis never has anything nice to say anyways, I think that is her identifier, but let’s just hope that Lizzy Grant, Del ReyÕ s real name has staying power and is stronger than her naysayers.

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See You at the Movies starring Kal Penn, John Cho, Neil Patrick Harris This latest installment in the Harold and Kumar legacy picks up six years after the two former friends escaped from Guantanamo Bay and moved on with their lives.

When we last saw our heroes, they were breaking up a wedding and boosting the bride-KumarÕ s true love. The hijinks continues as the pair are reunited by a mysterious package. Kumar enlists the help of his former friend in replacing his father-in-lawÕ s prize Christmas Tree which Kumar has inadvertently destroyed.

Harold and Kumar resume their yin and yang relationship traversing the Big Apple looking for a replica of the prized tree. The unforced humor of the first installment, Harold and Kumar Go To White castle, is recaptured in this 3D adventure. Neil Patrick Harris reprises his role, adding a special brand of hilarity to the mix.

A Very Harold and Kumar Christmas

While a bit on the raunchy side, with graphic nudity, strong sexual content and some violence, moviegoers who opt to see this installment will know what to expect. All in all, fans of the franchise wonÕ t be let down and most, if disappointed by the last movie, will be thrilled to have their old friends back again.

starring Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Taylor Lautner Fans of the epic series thatÕ s captured attention around the globe, can be assured Breaking Dawn Part 1 wonÕ t disappoint. The now-familiar saga of teenaged Bella, her beloved vampire Edward, and Jacob, the lovelorn werewolf, opens with friends and family recieving invitations to the wedding of Isabella Swan and Edward Cullen.

Most are resigned to the idea of the young lovebirds exchanging vows. Not Jacob.

This sends werewolf off on a canine quest to grapple with BellaÔ s desire to marry a vampire. Bella and Edward make it to the altar, are showered with best-wishes and set off on the much-anticipated-by-fans honeymoon. Their stay is cut short when itÕ s revealed that BellaÕ s pregnant.

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Edward is mortified, understanding the implications of gestating a vampire. Bella vows nothing will prevent her little blood-sucker from entering the world. Once aware of the impending birth, the werewolves vow to destroy the baby, Bella, and the Cullen clan. Jacob defies Sam, the pack leader, and sides with the Cullen’s.

Fans of the books and movies alike wonÕ t feel let-down. YouÕ ll laugh, cry, hold your breath and sit on the edge of your seat. And youÕ ll come away making plans to see this movie again and again while you await the final installment.

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Book Reviews For the restless mind The Outsiders by S.E Hinton During my Freshman year of High School, our English Literature teacher was known for having her students read older books, so it wasnÕ t a surprise when she assigned our class to read Ò The OutsidersÓ by S.E. Hinton. To be honest, I wasnÕ t too keen on the idea of having to read an older novel, but I couldnÕ t afford to get off on the wrong start with this new teacher, so I knew I needed to read it. The more I began to read the book, the more I began to appreciate it, and actually relate to it because of all the violence and drama going on, it was very similar to being a new high school kid, and the violent actions going on around me.

Reading the book about Ponyboy, and having to live with his brother, and his friend, Johnny Cade, having a hard life, made us all see that we all have something wrong in our lives. With Ponyboy living with his two older brothers, he couldnÕ t help but to have that tough look to him and act tough, but inside he was a kind-hearted guy. It was an awesomely good book, and perfect to read as a Freshman coming into a new world, High School.

Cinder: Book One in the Lunar Chronicles by Marrisa Meyer I was a little bit iffy about reading Cinder, but the cover of the book was so catchy, and I had nothing better else to do than bury myself in a good book over the weekend. After passing the book several times in the book store, I decided to buy it one Thursday, and was pretty impressed with Book One in the Lunar Chronicles, so much that I am interested in reading the next books that come out. This book was a funky and unique twist to Cinderella.

At first, I thought Cinder was like a robot “thing” but it really wasn’t like that, instead, Cinder had parts put into her so she would be able to live. Her stepmother, that was her guardian, couldnÕ t except her and treated her really poorly. But Cinder was a strong character that tried not to let the people that couldnÕ t accept her phase her. I really thought it was a good book, interesting twist. I hate to admit, but once I got to reading it, I had to make myself get off the couch to grab something to eat, or to go to the bathroom. I hated to put it down.

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Book Reviews For the restless mind Divergent by Veronica Roth I was visiting family for the weekend and they had several things that they needed to do while I was in town. Not knowing my way around town, I decided to stay home and try to find something to do around the house. I began looking through my cousinÕ s personal bookshelf, and found this book, Divergent by Veronica Roth. Reading the reviews on the book, I thought it would be more suspense-like, but was kind of disappointed by this book. I mean, it was a good book, but it just wasnÕ t really my Ò typeÓ of book, and when things really arenÕ t my type of book, itÕ s hard to get into the book.

I did however finish reading the book, and it was an overall average “okay” book. It started out a great adventure type but slowly faded. Tris, who was built up to be this amazing character, wasnÕ t all that she turned out to be. I think the one thing that ended up killing the story, is when I found out the answer. It was like Ò ahh!!Ó But I needed to continue reading on, hoping it would get better maybe, but sadly, it didnÕ t. It was worth a try to read it. My cousin really built up the Hunger Games book, which made it more interested. Maybe I should read that book instead.

Switched by Amanda Hocking Switched by Amanda Hocking was an okay book for light reading. Wendy Everly completely messed up this book for me, it made me so mad all through the book..mainly because of Wendy! The book was basically about a girl, Wendy, who lived with her aunt and brother.

WendyÕ s Mom tried to kill her on her birthday, because she thought she was some type of monster. Wendy was suppose to be the heroine in this story, but I think it is impossible to be a heroin and be like Wendy. The other characters were somewhat amusing, but they just didnÕ t appear enough in the story. I donÕ t see how they expect Wendy to gain any respect being as annoying as she was through the story.

Wendy seemed to whine about every troll it seemed likes every time you turned a page she was complaining about something. I honestly dislike Stephanie Meyer books with a passion, and Switched is right there with her Ò typeÓ of books. I was just completely disappointed all through the book. It was like the author, Amanda Hocking had no originality while writing this book.

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