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Well, fortunately, I don’t have to make a living predicting elections. While, I did have suspicions that the Conservatives were unlikely to obtain a majority, what happened in Atlantic Canada totally took me by surprise. Maybe even shock!! Now, it is true that I don’t get out and around a lot talking to people. But my conversations out in the woods with the Doe’s (Jane and friends) still didn’t clue me in. The Does, however, had some interesting views. They appear to support a political system somewhere between anarchy and communism. The only recognized political statement that I picked up in our conversation was from Harry S. Truman, “The Buck stops here”. Jane then paused and added, “but mostly during rutting season”. I was puzzled for just one moment and then realized that Jane had kind of a nasty grin on her face. One of the things that I also found out through many elections now, is that there is virtually no party that steadily holds to my views of financial management. There is no way, in my opinion, that we should be carrying the level of debt that we currently do, either federally or provincially. Hundreds of millions of dollars every year just to pay down our past excesses. Money that could go to bettering health care and education. I mean what did that many billions of dollars get spent on?? Apparently 24 Sussex Drive needs 10 million dollars in work or is in danger of falling down!! OK Mikie, just calm down… breathe... in out, in out. One of the key changes that I am
looking forward to is seeing proportional representation become a reality for future elections. While, only a promise at this time, it is indeed unfair that a party that only garners 40% of the vote can rule the country as a supreme dictator. Based on virtually all recent elections, no one party is likely to obtain a clear majority of the vote and will therefore be forced to form a formal or informal coalition with one or more other parties. This will almost certainly lead to a government that is at least more representative of all Canadians. In addition, I believe that coalitions and tight electoral races will give individual elected members more influence and loosen the current death grip that party leaders have over their caucus. Oops... Jane just dropped by, she wants to form a new political party. The number one plank in her platform was to ban all hunting!! I suggested that I would support her in a coalition, if the plank also included a ban on eating apple trees, raspberry plants and other plants to be named at a future date. Jane promised to discuss the matter with her members and get back to me. Maybe, we can work out and find better solutions!! 0001
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HEALTH MATTERS COMPRESSION GARMENTS Compression Socks for Hockey Players? My husband and I wear compression stockings/socks almost daily working in the pharmacy, to prevent leg fatigue and maintain vascular health. Compression stockings have changed significantly in appearance and functionality over the past decade. In general, compression garments, including stockings, socks and wraps, were designed to help improve blood flow in those with venous insufficiency. They are used in post-surgical patients, people with diabetes, those with circulatory issues or individuals prone to swelling (edema), phlebitis, varicose veins, and deep vein thrombosis (DVT or clot) or inactive and bed-ridden patients. The tightly fitting leg wraps or stockings help blood return to the heart so it doesn't pool in the lower extremities and cause swelling and/or blood clots. Compression Socks for the Standing Worker. For those without previous
conditions, there is evidence that compression stockings can help with leg fatigue. In individuals with swelling in the legs, established varicose veins, or circulatory disorders, wearing compression stockings daily can improve daily symptoms of pain, heaviness, fatigue. Compression Socks For Athletic Performance and Recovery. Wearing the socks during exercise is believed to aid performance, increase oxygen delivery and blood flow, reduce the jarring, vibration and stress to the muscles, and prevent soft tissue damage such as shin splints. Studies supporting this are limited. Compression Socks and Recovery. A growing number of studies suggest that the use of compression socks may, in fact, speed recovery and reduce soreness after a strenuous workout. Using compression socks post-exercise can decrease muscle soreness, damage and lead to faster recovery. Hockey players, runners, basketball players etc., may benefit from compression therapy. Travel-related blood clots. One meta-
analysis showed that travel of long duration is associated with a three-fold increase in the risk of developing a DVT (clot). Below the knee compression stockings during long flights or travel days can decrease the risk of developing a clot. Get the Right Fit. Evidence shows that most people who have compression socks don’t wear them like they should. This may be due to the fit, compression, material, or difficulty in putting them on. This is why it is highly recommended that you be fitted for stockings by someone that has been trained to fit them properly. Too much compression can decrease blood flow, and too little compression offers little benefit. 0043
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DOLLARS & SENSE BEFORE YOU MARRY Before you marry – talk about Money – it just makes sense! When talking to marriage counsellors about the effects of finances in a marriage, what they have said is if finances are not the identified number one reason why people break up, it is in the top three. Finances are such an integral part of a relationship, it affects your future plans and your day to day. We see the stress it causes in our offices every day. Arguments can start with, “well I didn’t know you/we owed that! We owe how much? Well I didn’t know we spent that! What happened to all our money?” All these statements can be hurtful in any relationship, and the root varies as to why they are made. Sometimes the person tasked with managing the money in the relationship is not good at it or needs help, sometimes there are things that are hidden because of embarrassment
or because they know it will cause an argument. Financial disagreements can and will happen throughout a relationship, but it does hold true that the more you know prior, the easier you can get through it. The best words of advice you can receive about a relationship is to talk about money from the beginning. The conversation should grow with the relationship. As time goes on it won’t be so much a question and answer, but a natural discussion day to day. If you plan to marry, you need to be comfortable discussing student loans, consumer debt and how you will have a household budget. Not knowing the state of each other’s finances will impact your goals. Applying for your first mortgage together is not the time to find out that your partner is carrying a high amount of student loans or that
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they have a poor credit rating. There are many discussions and financial decisions to be made upon marriage. Will you have a joint account? How many credit cards will be used in the household? How will you decide on large purchases? Talk to your friends and family, how do they navigate the financial discussion? What tips can they give you for you to get started? In the end the conversation is essential to have before you marry so that you are prepared for what lays ahead when you are married. 0005 Tamara Kelly Director of Education Credit Counselling Services of Atlantic Canada
SJ COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS EXCHANGE The Saint John Community Christmas Exchange is a volunteer agency operating in the Saint John area, matching up those families in need, with groups or individuals willing to provide assistance. Would you consider providing a Christmas Dinner to one of the 2800 families who register for help each year? Individuals or groups wishing to assist a family or make a donation for a Christmas dinner may do so by contacting the Christmas Exchange office at 634‐7868 or by email at sjchristmasexchange@ nb.aibn.com. The Christmas Exchange Office will be open from November 16 until December 18, Monday to Friday from 9:00am until 3:00pm. Those needing assistance are asked to register at a church in their neighbourhood. 3747
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charge. Check our site on Facebook. Monthly Foot Care Clinic - 3rd Wednesday of each month, ($35 fee or covered by insurance), appointment needed 657-2273. Senior led Fitness/Falls Prevention for ages 50 & up (“Zoomers” free) on Tuesdays 10:00am and Fridays 11:00am. Space is limited and registration is required for Fall programs 674-4307. Gentle Yoga - Thursdays, 10:00am. $6 fee. Zumba - (slower pace), Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:00am. $4 fee. Pickle Ball - Mondays-Thursdays, 11:00am. contact Mike 672-9566. Art Class - Tuesdays at 10:00am (goodwill offering). Community Garden Plots - First come, first served. $15 plus $5 key deposit. Social Development case worker on site Tuesdays 1:00-3:00pm or by appointment. Social worker/Counselling (by appointment). Two Nurse Practitioners, by appointment only. 3250
MILFORD COMMUNITY CENTRE 248 Milford Road, 672-2400 Mondays 7:00pm, Card night (Auction 45’s), no cards on holidays. Thursdays - Bingo, doors open at 5:45pm. Games start at 6:30pm. The Community Centre is available to be rented for your special events, please contact the Centre for more information. For more information on any of the events/volunteering, please call the Centre or email: information@ milfordcommunitycentre.com. 0033
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should make sure your financial house is in order. This involves maintaining both a positive life style and establishing positive banking habits. To create a positive lifestyle you should first make sure you are living within your means. This means that you are not using credit to meet your living expenses. Make it a priority to pay your everyday living expenses on time and in full. Finally you should always be conscious of money coming into your house and where it must go. In other words, you need to create a budget based on your family income and then stick to it. Remember to budget for and set aside money for expenses that occur on an irregular basis like insurance, back to school items and Christmas. Adopting and maintaining a positive banking style involves keeping a positive balance in your bank account. Avoid using an overdraft and having NSF cheques. An easy way to do this is to open a savings account in the same bank as your working account and automatically transfer into this account on a regular basis. Even a little amount saved on a regular basis can add up over time and provide you some security As noted in previous articles, obtaining and correcting errors in your credit report is also key to improving your future credit standing. We are pleased to offer a free consultation to discuss your options and help you get a Fresh Start! Grant Thornton Limited (formerly known as Grant Thornton Poirier Limited) provides advice and solutions to individuals and businesses experiencing financial difficulty. Additional information can be obtained on our website or by contacting our office. Larry Crandall, LL.B., CIRP, Trustee in Bankruptcy
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WHAT’S HAPPENING Friday, November 13 Motorcycle Swap Meet, 7:00pm-closing at at the Pub Down Under (Place 400). $15/table, contact Tony Mowery 6361028 or saintjohn@ridefordad.ca. All proceeds, stay in NB, for Prostate Cancer research or Awareness Campaigns Saturday, November 14 Countdown to Shopping Christmas Expo at the Silver Falls Church (corner of McAllister Drive & Loch Lomond Road) 10:00am-2:00pm. A wide variety of vendors. Snack canteen available on site. 2nd Annual Holiday Breakfast at Glenview United Church (8 Upland Road, SJ) 8:30-11:00am. $8/adults, $4/ children under 6. Full breakfast menu; also cooking & craft tables. Pay at door. More info: Church 696-3773 or LInda 696-4635. Singles & Friends Dance at Branch #69 Legion, 714 Wilson St W, SJ with band “Hooked On Country” .
Fall Harvest Auction at Park Avenue United Church (100 Wilton Street, corner of Park Avenue/Wilton Street, east SJ), doors open 9:00am, auction begins 10:00am - new & new to you items, home cooking, and gift certificates plus a used book/CD sale. All welcome. Breakfast & Craft Sale, 8:00-11:00am at the Anglican Parish of Millidgeville (815 Millidge Ave). Breakfast $6. Second Time Around Sale at The Hope Centre ( St Joseph’s Church, Loch Lomond) from 10:00am-2:00pm. New to you purses, scarves, jewellery. Complimentary tea & cookies. Come & have some fun!
Monday, November 16 Adult Public Skating at Harbour Station 8:30-9:30pm for adults 18 years & over. Use West entrance. Hockey, figure or speed skates. Music by Ron Maloney. $8/skate night. For more info: harbourskatingclub.ca, “Harbour Skating Club” on Facebook,
or call 672-2385/672-9424. Wednesday, November 18 Free Community Breakfast, 9:0010:30am at Trinity Church (115 Charlotte Street, SJ). First come-first served. All welcome.
November 20 & 21 Ten Thousand Villages Festival Sale will be held on Friday 9:00am-8:00pm and Saturday, from 9:00am-4:00pm at St. Mark's United Church, 50 Dexter Drive (off Manawagonish), Saint John. Sale is hosted by the Saint John Self Help Alumni. Friday, November 20 Support Adult Literacy at READ Saint John’s 5th Annual “Tea & Tales” 1:00-3:00pm at St. Luke’s Church Hall, 389 Main Street, SJ. Refreshments and entertainment featuring Comhaltas Musicians and storyteller Antoinette Sutton. Tickets ($10) purchased by calling 633-2011 or 832-9814. Saturday, November 21
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Guest artists Yosuke Mino and Alanna McAdie from Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet and Louis-Philippe Dionne from Atlantic Ballet Theatre Company. RWB Company Dancers Alanna McAdie and Yosuke Mino Photo courtesy of Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet
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WHAT’S HAPPENING Christmas Craft Sale, 9:00am-2:00pm at the Silver Falls United Church (Loch Lomond Road). Tables for rent ($20) call 696-5303. Cool Chicks & Ugly Doclings Christmas Concert, 7:00pm at the Anglican Parish of Millidgeville (815 Millidge Ave). Tickets $15. Proceeds to Christmas Basket & St. Clements’ Guild.] Christmas Country Show at Lorneville Community Centre with Murray Sheils and The Lorneville Show Band and special guests, at 7:00pm. Tickets ($10) at Lorneville Convenience Store, Meditrust and at the door. See poster at facebook Lorneville.
Sunday, November 22 A “Note”able November Night, 7:00pm at Lancaster Baptist Church, (87 Church Ave, SJ West). Variety of performers including the St. Columba Choir and Lancaster Ambassadors Men’s Choir. Free Admission, freewill offering. All welcome.
Monday, November 23 St. Clement’s Day Celebration at the Anglican Parish of Millidgeville (815 Millidge Ave). Dinner 5:00pm, followed by Solemn Mass 7:00pm. Freewill offering only.
Thursday, November 26 SJ Art Club monthly meeting 6:30pm at the NB Museum, Market Square. Short business meeting followed by special guest, Artist Dale Cook. Noon Nugget at the SJ Volunteer Centre “Managing Our Hot Buttons: Communicating Effectively in Difficult Situations” with Dr. Beth Gilbert. Registration 11:30-11:50am, Workshop 12:00noon-1:00pm. $15/ members, $25/non-members. Bring lunch, coffee/tea provided. Pre-register 658-1555 or sjvc.training@gmail.com. Saturday, November 28 Womens’ Retreat (Pottery Quiet Day) “Reconnecting to the Potter” at Trinity Church (115 Charlotte Street, SJ)..
RSVP: Beth Lawson 642-7348. Holiday Market, sponsored by the M Gerald Teed Home & School, 10:00am2:00pm in the school gymnasium (99 Daniel Avenue, Millidgeville). Admission $2 donation, children 12 and under are free. All welcome.
Sunday, November 29 22 Annual Christmas Gala, Saint John’s Christmas Variety Show – features six acts, 175 adult and children singers and players, plus a finale sing‐a‐long. This year at St. Mark’s Church (Greendale) West, 7:00pm. Tickets $20 & $10. nd
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IN FLANDERS FIELDS In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields. Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields. ~May 3, 1915 John McCrae
On November 11, we will be celebrating Remembrance Day. Every year when this special day rolls around, I always feel sad that often all we know about those who made the supreme sacrifice is their name on a war memorial. How much nicer it would be if we could have access to the story of their lives before going off to war. With this in mind, I am sending you my story about one such individual: William Reginald (Reggie) Downey.
My name is Philip McCavour & I was born May 21, 1946 – just 1 year after WWII ended. I lived in Lorneville next door to Willy & Lilly Downey. This couple had five children: three boys & two girls – and I knew them all except Reggie. Reggie and his brother Percy both fought in WWII in the Italian campaign. Percy came home; Reggie did not. Sadly he was killed in action on September 24, 1944 in Italy and is buried there in the Gradara War Cemetery. My father told me that on the day
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Reggie was to leave for the war, he came to say “goodbye”. After a long talk, my Father told Reggie “You had better leave; otherwise you will miss your train”. Dad walked him to the end of the driveway and stood watching as Reggie walked down the road. Reggie turned twice to wave and my Dad told me that he had a sinking feeling that he might never see him again. My home and Reggie’s home were next door to each other & I saw his mother almost every day. But as a young boy growing up in the 1950’s, I knew very little about the war and the great sacrifices the soldiers & their families had to endure. In 1971, like many other young people, I decided to travel around Europe, hitchhiking with a backpack and sleeping in hostels, barns, etc. When Reggie’s mother, Lilly, heard that I was going, she asked that if I was in Italy, would I be able to take a picture of Reggie’s grave. I told her I would try. One day in my travels, I found myself in a little town in Italy staying at a Youth Hostel. I had a Canadian flag sewn on the back of my backpack and another one sewn on the back of my jacket. The people in this town were so friendly. They would shake my hand & offer me free meals, etc. I had no idea why until the lady at the Hostel told me that it was the Canadians who had liberated this area during WWII. It made me
feel proud to be a Canadian. I got out my information on Reggie & asked if she knew where the Cemetery was. She sent me to a little Café next door to talk to ‘Alphonse’ who would know. Alphonse was so excited to help me; he kept slapping me on the back & shaking my hand. I could not understand one word he was saying, so I had the lady from the Hostel translate. Through her broken English, I understood that he would take me to the Cemetery the next day. We met for breakfast (which he provided) at 8:00am and then we set off in his tiny car with one wheel at the front & two at the rear. It turned out to be a 3½ hour trip (he talked in Italian non-stop the whole time). Arriving at the Cemetery, we went a little farther on to the home of a man who knew how to find Reggie’s grave. But first he provided us with a big dinner. Some neighbours came and there were more handshakes, etc. At the Cemetery, I was immediately struck by how beautiful and peaceful it was and by a profound sadness for all those young Canadians buried there. I was 25 years old as I stood at the grave of Reggie who died at 27. I started thinking of how similar our childhoods were. Our homes were 200 feet apart. Both my father & his mother were McCavours. I had two brothers and one sister; he had two brothers and two
sisters. We both went to the one-room schoolhouse just a 3-minute walk from our homes. We played in the same fields; fished in the same brooks, etc. Now I was standing here a free man; free to travel to places like Italy; free to marry and raise a family; at liberty to enjoy a life free from tyrants all because of men like Reggie Downey who laid down their lives for our freedom. We owe a huge THANKS to all our veterans and one day a year is not nearly enough. Philip McCavour
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POPPY HISTORY For more than 90 years, the Poppy has been a symbol of honour and ultimate sacrifice, inspired by the In Flanders Fields poem, written in 1915 by Lieutenant-Colonel John McCrae. The Poppy has been a visual symbol of remembrance since 1921. Its presence over the graves of soldiers and in the fields of honour, however, was noted as early as the 19th century after the Napoleonic Wars. The reason for its adoption over 100 years later in Canada was due, in no small part, to McCrae’s now famous poem. It was written in May,1915, one day after the death of a fellow soldier, and would serve as inspiration three years later for an American teacher, Moina Michael, who made a personal pledge after reading the poem to always wear a
Poppy as a sign of Remembrance. During a visit to the United States in 1920, a French woman named Madame Guerin learned of the custom and began selling handmade Poppies to raise money for the children in war-torn areas of the country. Following her example, the Poppy was officially adopted by Canada’s Great War Veteran’s Association (Royal Canadian Legion’s predecessor) as its Flower of Remembrance on July 5, 1921. All Canadians are encouraged to proudly wear a Poppy. POPPY CAMPAIGN The annual Poppy Campaign, which begins the last Friday in October and ends on Remembrance Day, is carried out by the Legion to honour those who serve, and to raise funds in support of veterans
and their families. Millions of Canadians wear a Poppy as a symbol of national pride and respect, a visual pledge to never forget. During the campaign, thousands of Legion members from across Canada volunteer their time to distribute Poppies and raise millions that will help to support veterans and their families. While they are distributed freely, the Legion appreciates the generous donations to the Poppy Fund. To further support both past and present veterans, anyone can become a member of the Royal Canadian Legion. You can also show your pride by purchasing the Poppy and other commemorative items from the Poppy Store. All proceeds support Legion programs.
We shall not forget. “Lord, bid war’s trumpet cease; Fold the whole earth in peace.” ~Oliver Wendell Holmes
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FIRST ANNUAL PUMPKIN CARVING Mrs. Griffin’s Grade 2 class at St Patrick’s Elementary School recently took part in the “Carleton Community Garden First Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest”. Fourteen students met at the Carleton Community Centre and joined community partners from the Marketplace Wellness Centre and Saint John Port for this fun event. Each participant received a ‘pumpkin t-shirt’ from their friends at the port. Special guest
judges included Port Saint John President and CEO, Jim Quinn and Mascot Champ. First, second and third place winners were presented with craft supply kits by Mr. Quinn. Special thanks to Krista Turnbull, Community School Coordinator and to community volunteers, Shirley Martin and Lana Leblanc for preparing a lovely hot lunch for all to enjoy. Thanks also to all of the UNBSJ Nursing students who assisted with the carving. We are looking forward to next Halloween and the Second Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest! 3762
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SCHOOL CLOSURES & DELAYS DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER For detailed information on procedures for closures or delays due to inclement weather, please visit our website at www.asd-s.nbed.nb.ca or your school website. School and bus run cancellations or delays will be announced using the following: • Local radio stations • District website www.asd-s.nbed.nb.ca • District twitter account: http://twitter.com/ASD_South • District Information phone line - for school closures Toll free 1-855-535-7669 [SNOW] The main priority in the decision to close schools is the safety of students. If schools remain open and you feel conditions are not suitable, you make the final decision on attendance. Students will not be penalized for being absent on these days. Zoë Watson, Superintendent
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LADIES VOLLEYBALL Ladies Volleyball League plays at the Carlton Community Centre on Sundays from 3:00-9:00pm (one hour play), for ages 18 and up. For more information contact Jennifer LeBlanc at 755-9081. G040
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WEST BRANCH LIBRARY Lancaster Mall, 621 Fairville Blvd, 6437260 Fall/winter hours: - Tuesday, Friday & Saturday 10:00am-5:00pm, Wednesday & Thursday 10:00am-8:30pm; Sunday, Monday & holidays - closed. Children’s Programs Babies in the Library: Sign up for the next session - Tuesdays at 10:30am, November 10, 17 & 24. Time for Tots - Drop-in for children aged 18-36 months Thursdays at 10:30am. Story Time - Drop-in for all ages consisting of stories, songs, fingerplays and a craft, Fridays at 10:30am. Thursday Night Homework Help for Elementary/Middle school students, Thursdays 5:30-7:30pm. Pre-register at 643-7260 or westbranch.publiclibrary@ gnb.ca. Family Drop-In Table: All day every day! Books, a craft, puzzles and colouring sheets organized around a different theme each week. Blankets For Canada Society Inc: Crocheters and knitters are welcome to make 8 X 8 squares to create blankets for people without shelter in the Saint John Area. Donations of yarn gratefully appreciated. Knit 2 Together (k2tog): Tuesday afternoon drop-in. We have knitted squares, tea and treats; if you have the time drop in and put two or more together to make a blanket. Gates Computer Lab: Available to check your e-mail, do research and use the internet. The service is free. Book a tutorial and learn basic computer skills. Free Wi-Fi. Bulletin Board: Check out what is happening in your community. Community Room Rental: West Branch Library has a spacious room offering tables, chairs and limited kitchen facilities. 0019
BE PREPARED - NOT SCARED The Canadian Government has developed an emergency preparedness program called “Be Prepared – Not Scared. “ It covers the many risks that Canadians may face during the year. My articles will cover the risks we all may face during the coming year and, in the next three articles, the upcoming Winter Season. The December 2013 Ice Storm, resulted in over 82,000 NB Power Customers without power for days. Stores and service stations were closed and roads difficult to travel. Supplies of food, water and fuel were difficult to acquire. Families were informed to “hunker down” and wait it out. What does it mean to “hunker down”? What items and for how long? The term “hunker down” is known, in emergency preparedness training, as “shelter in place”. If there is no immediate threat or danger, you should shelter in place until informed to evacuate. My family has water for 72 hours, as suggested by NBEMO. Three litres per person per day and one litre a day per cat. More water will be required for larger animals, such as dogs. We have food, soups and energy bars for the same 72 hours. Medical supplies, including a first aid kit, extra glasses and medication, flashlights and batteries are part of my emergency kit. A list of suggested emergency supplies is at: getprepared.gc.ca. I learn about an event affecting my town or neighbourhood, by being registered with the Town’s Emergency Alert system. The Emergency Alert system, allows my municipal government to send messages via cellphone, telephone landlines, emails
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and/or text messages, providing directions and actions to take to protect my family. It is easy to sign up for the Emergency Alert program by using the town’s Website or, by dropping into the Town Hall. Most homes in Canada will not immediately freeze; if doors and windows are kept closed during the power outage most Canadian homes will stay above freezing for 24 hours. My grandmother showed me that opening the curtains and blinds on the windows where the sun is helps warm the rooms. She reminded me to close them before sundown. The heating of the home by any fuel burning system during normal or power outages creates additional safety challenges. Ensure that smoke detectors have not gone past their expiry date by checking the date when changing the batteries, twice a year. Carbon monoxide detectors, battery operated, can help save you from this silent killer. Lighted candles must never be left unattended. Hint: They will burn longer if kept in the freezer before use. In the KV, the fire department provides a free home fire safety inspection service. You can contact them to do one for your home. Next month, winter driving and preparation. Brian E Shanks, CD, BA, MEP, DTM. 0039
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LIvE WELL TOXIC WORRY “How would your life be different if… you stopped worrying about things you can’t control and started focusing on the things you can? Let today be the day… you free yourself from fruitless worry, seize the day and take effective action on things you can change.” ― Steve Maraboli, Life, the Truth, and Being Free Dr. Edward Hallowell, psychiatrist and author of Worry, argues that while "Worry serves a productive function," anticipatory and dangerous worrying - which he calls "toxic worry" - can be harmful for your mental and physical health. He claims that "Toxic worry is when the worry paralyzes you," whereas "Good worry leads to constructive action" such as taking steps to resolve the issue that is causing concern. Dr. Elizabeth Lombardo states that “being concerned is one thing, but if you’re like many perfectionists, it’s easy to take worrying to a toxic level! Toxic Worrying not only poisons any happiness in your life – it’s behind many unwanted health problems, including: depression, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, attention
deficit disorder, phobias and paranoia." Worry is meant to guide us not to control us. If we allow ourselves to relax and look at a situation from all sides, we can begin to break it down into smaller components. Allowing ourselves the time to distinguish between what elements are in our control and letting go of the ones we cannot control or change can help reduce our stress level and help us make more informed decisions. Developing a plan: self-care and selfawareness are essential for our overall wellbeing and help us to stay focused on our goals. Staying in touch with our inner self helps us to recognize our triggers and the resulting physiological symptoms. Some techniques that can help address the symptoms are relaxed breathing, yoga, progressive muscle relaxation and other mindfulness exercises. Once you are feeling relaxed and focused consider completing a Worry Thought Record available on PsychologyTools.com. This thought record helps you to identify the situation, the resulting worrisome thought, your predictions, emotional intensity, what evidence you have to support your predictions and allows
you to rate how likely your predictions will occur based on your beliefs. PsychologyTools.com also provides a number of worksheets to help address some of the unwanted health problems mentioned earlier in the article. It is also very important to remember that you do not have to face this challenge alone. Asking for help is a sign of strength, we are, after all, only human and therefore have limitations as to what we can handle based on our own personal experiences. It is very important to grow your support system. The Saint John Human Development Council provides a list of community resources and support services on their website (sjhdc.ca). Jennifer Fudge-Marsh BA, MACP. 0008
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Making More Memories Held monthly on the last Sunday of each month 2-4pm at St. Mark’s Church, 50 Dexter Drive, West Saint John Education and support services for those living with dementia, their loved ones and caregivers. Health care professionals are on-hand to answer questions and offer advice with volunteers providing information, entertainment and activities.
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INTERGENERATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS We are so proud to say that the residents of Kings Way Care Centre and Kennebec Manor along with members of our Senior Day program were hard at work this week filling backpacks to help feed children in need. The Kings Way LifeCare Alliance has partnered with Centennial School, which has identified students at risk of having little to eat on weekends. The Elders who live at Kennebec Manor and Kings Way Care Centre wanted to make a difference in these children’s lives and decided that they wanted to ensure no child would go hungry on the weekends. Effective October 30th the elders living in our two homes will fill backpacks with food every two weeks and then deliver these packs to Centennial School. Throughout the week participants in our senior day program and residents living in our homes, cook and freeze a variety of foods to help fill these backpacks. Not only does this program feed children at risk in our communities, it also
gives our elders an opportunity to help children and be active participants in our communities. We are always happy to receive donations for these packs and are currently looking for donations of jars of peanut butter and packages of bagels
to fill our backpacks in the future. If you are interested in donating to this wonderful program, please drop off your donation to Kings Way Care Centre, Kennebec Manor or call Tracy Scott Director of Life Enrichment at 847-1131 x 1229. 0027
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LISTEN IN TERRY HATTY BAND LIVE There is always great live music event happening in the city and beyond, but this show deserves an extra special mention I feel. It’s for “The Terry Hatty Band”. Coming from Away (CFA), I first heard about Terry over a decade ago while hanging and sometime’s working at Backstreet Records in uptown Saint John. Backstreet owner Gordie Tufts told me about his friend Terry (ex Sam Moon) who was the singer for the iconic Canadian rock band The Guess Who for a very short period; even releasing a studio album with them entitled “Liberty” (great name!) with the band on Aquarius Records, which was home at one time or another for other Classic Canadian artists including Corey Hart and April Wine. Learn all about the Rock ‘N’ Roll soap opera that is the Guess Who. After delving further into Terry’s work I discovered an amazing performer
and singer who could literally weave anything he sang into pure gold. I reached out to Terry’s daughter, Tamara Steele, to find out more about the up-coming show; where he has been in recent years and what type of material they would be doing. “It's a rock show with some classics and some of his original material. On the weekend, they were rehearing Gnarlz Barkley and Stevie Wonder and they mentioned Hall & Oates and the Guess Who. Peter Kindred is playing bass. He (Terry) hasn't played in a public venue in the Saint John area since the KV Jazz Fest. I think that was 08 or 09. His last record was a Christian projectself-titled. He plays a bar in Halifax called Stayner's and he teaches guitar and singing at Long and McQuade in Charlottetown. It's harder to find this kind of live entertainment so I'm hoping it will do well so it can happen
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more often.” Tamara tells me via FB messenger. I hope he performs more as well! After messaging Terry several times, I finally heard back from the man himself. Echoing what his daughter told me along with a healthy dose of humour Terry replied, “... me and my musical friends are looking forward to having some fun playing great tunes from all through the years: classics by Stevie Wonder, Squeeze, Hall & Oates plus some more obscure things by people like Bobby Gentry, Gnarls Barkley and Terry Hatty. We start early 7:00pm or so… just to make sure my age group can get home and watch The National. Oh!... and we might play something by 'Guess Who'” I highly recommend this show to any/all live music lovers! Terry and his musical friends are performing two shows at Steamers - November 13 & 14. Tickets are $17.50 in advance or $20 at the door, if not already sold out.
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LEGIONS LANCASTER RCL #69 Wilson Street, Saint John, Phone 6358095, www.rcl69.ca. Sunday, November 29 - 7:00pm, Dance with Jed Pye & Anne Marie Burke in Upper Hall. Sunday, November 22 - 7:00pm, Dance with Stever & Carol in Upper Hall. Sunday, November 15 - 7:00pm, Dance with WCR in Upper Hall. Sunday, November 29 - 8:00am, Flea Market hosted by 1777 Army Cadets in Upper Hall. November 10, 17 & 24 - 7:30pm, Doubles Crib in the Upper Hall. November 13, 20 & 27 - 7:00pm, Open Mic Night with Don LeBlanc & Friends in PUB 69. Saturday, November 21 - 3:30pm, Jed & Moe Show in PUB 69. Saturday, November 14 & 28 - 2:00pm, Dance with Donny & Delbert in PUB 69. Saturday, November 14 - 9:00pm, RCL #69 & Singles dance with Hooked on County in Upper Hall. 0015
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The Hampton Communities in Bloom Christmas Home Tour is back! Not only can you sneak a peek inside some of those homes that you have always admired, but you can actually take your time and soak up the season as you explore these charming homes - you are sure to be delighted. Take a break from the hustle and bustle and savour the season. Enjoy a hot beverage and Christmas goodies while touring some unique homes; from those of extraordinary gardeners who bring their magic inside, to decorators who have built their displays over many years, to a smaller unique mix of modern and traditional. You will not be disappointed. Be sure to mark Saturday, November 28 on your calendars. Choose the afternoon tour from 2:00-4:00 or the twilight tour from 4:00-6:00pm. Tickets are available at the Hampton Pharmasave, $15 each or 2 for $25. Just in case, our storm date is Sunday, November 29. If you are unsure, call 832-6102 after 9:00am on the 28. For more information on the tour please call 832-7848. 3753
There are Dances every Friday night at St. Matthew’s Church hall in Grand Bay from 7:00-10:00pm. Cost $5 with a canteen and 50/50 draw. Special dates: November 13 - dance with Frank Hillier & Robert Ouelette; November 20 - dance and open mic with the Country Jammers; November 27 - dance with Frank Hillier and Robert Ouelette. 3752
KOC #6766 CRIBBAGE The Knights of Columbus Council #6766 will again be sponsoring a cribbage night every Thursday evening 7:30pm, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, in the downstairs hall. There will be eight games with a light lunch after the fourth game. The cost is $5 for the eight games and 50/50 tickets will be sold at $1 for one ticket or three for $2. There will be a high hand pot of $1 each if desired. Come, have fun and meet new friends. For further information, call Norm at 849-2825. G111
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Comhaltas is a worldwide organization helping to promote and preserve Irish traditional music and culture. The only Maritime branch of Comhaltas meets weekly, on Tuesday evenings (note day correction), at O'Leary's on Princess Street in Saint John. We get the session rolling at 7:00pm with a slow session to learn new tunes. At 7:30 we move into an 'up to tempo' session until 8:30, where we open the circle for the individual showcase. The public is welcome to come and observe or join in - sessions start for fall on September 15. There are tunes, stories, poetry, jokes, and of course a step dance or two! G092
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PIC OF THE MONTH WINNER Congratulations to Suzanne Steeves of Hammond River, who submitted this photo of colourful highbush blueberry leaves, to our “Pic of the Month” contest for October. Suzanne has won a Movie Pass (for two, including drinks & popcorn), compliments of Ossekeag Publishing.
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ATTENTION NATURE LOVERS! If you love nature and experiencing it first-hand, why not take part in one of the Saint John Naturalists’ Club’s upcoming activities? Meetings, workshops and outings are open to one and all without charge, Saint John Naturalists’ Club members or not. Saturday, November 14 - Fossil Field Trip, discover fossil footprints near Norton and later near Gardiner Creek. Meet at the Norton Irving at 8:30am and/or at the Irving Station on the Mackay Highway (near Rothesay exit 137) at 12:30. Monday, December 14 - Regular Club meeting, Members’ Night presentations. NB Museum at Market Square at 7:00pm. For more information on these activities and to confirm the details about registration, timing and location of the field trips or to learn more about the SJNC, visit : saintjohnnaturalistsclub.org or follow us on Facebook at “Nature Saint John”. 2567
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POINT OF vIEW BARBIE DOLL FASHIONS Is it just me or have today's fashion trends gone the way of the Barbie? Really, folks! How many of us are actually naturally blessed with perky boobs, tiny waists, firm butts and no hips – all at the same time? Nobody but Barbie, I'm pretty sure. And let me just say that you have to have all of the above aforementioned attributes to wear some of the clothing and footwear that are considered “in” these days. This vertically challenged woman isn't afraid to admit that, when it comes to spike heels, clingy fashion tops and “skinny” jeans, this girl isn't buying. Okay, so maybe I caved on the skinny jeans! Maybe it's the trauma I suffered at the hands of 80's fashions – acid wash jeans, leg warmers, parachute pants and neon – but I just can't bring myself to wear this stuff. I'm not a prude, but these teeny tiny clothes aren't made for the average person. Despite what the trends suggest, the average person isn't 5'9” tall nor tips the
scales at a mere 105 pounds. 'magine! If you are one of the lucky ones, I congratulate you and envy you. If you're not, like me, what can I say? There's no point in crying over spilled milk. I should point out that if you're tall and model thin, heels, crop tops and jeggings can look great. If you're not, they do nothing more than accentuate that muffin top and those womanly hips. Unfortunately, there are some well meaning people out there who will sacrifice their dignity in the name of fashion. So, for those of you who let their fat rolls hang out over those low rise jeans and under the tight crop tops, I beg you to stop. Just don't do it, people. It's far better to wear clothes that actually fit you than to wear something two sizes too small thinking it's going to make you look smaller than you actually are – it doesn't! As for those 6” spike heels, I have this advice. I would love to gain a few inches
as much as the next short person. But, if you can't walk on them – don't! And, I can't resist this one last fashion faux pas. Big people (or any people, really) and leggings don't go together. I wouldn't lie to you. I've decided that as close as I'm going to get to “in” these days are my boot cut jeans, bulky sweater and two inch heeled loafers. It may not be high fashion but, boy, is it comfortable. I think I'll leave the “in” stuff for the Barbies of the world, and wait until acid wash jeans come back in style. It's bound to happen sooner or later. Later, I hope! 0032
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ASK THE CHEF BOIL IT, MASH IT, PUT IT IN SOUP Colin Sifton here again with another answer to your questions. With Halloween just passing, I was thinking about squash and the different varieties of squash. Squash was first introduced to the rest of the world when explorers brought them back from the new world. Other varieties of squash had been found in parts of Africa but not the kind we think of today. These squash were turned into bowls and utensils and not very good for eating. Not until the sweet squash from the new world was introduced, was squash found on many European tables. The most common squash used today in these parts is the buttercup squash. Originally from Asia, we have adopted this variety because of its almost fibreless texture and mild honey flavour. It can be baked, boiled and mashed. Adds great flavour and colour to soups. Acorn squash is named after its shape. It looks like a large acorn but it is hardy and firm and will survive the winter in your cellar. It has a dark green shell but a yellow
flesh. Great for baking or roasting but doesn’t have a lot of flavour for soup. Buttercup squash is named for its butterscotch colour and sweet nutty flesh. It is long with a bulb at the bottom which holds the seeds. This gives you a lot more flesh than seeds, unlike most squash. This is one of my favourites to cook with because of the flavour and texture you can apply it to risotto, pasta, stews and soups. Delicata is not as common but is also referred to sweet potato squash. It looks like a large fat cucumber but its usually a foot long and has the flavour of sweet potato. Great for thickening soups or remove the seeds, stuff it with whatever you want and bake. Serve right out of its shell. Spaghetti squash is known for its stringy flesh, but when cooked, will separates into a mild tasting spaghetti-like strands. Now since it has such a mild flavour, I like to add tomato sauce and treat it like it is spaghetti. This creates a great gluten free meal which is full of vitamins and no flour. Sometimes when I am having pork, I will sauté the spaghetti squash in maple syrup, salt and peppers. A great compliment to your meal. Lastly we have the pumpkin. Most of
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us think of the pumpkin as the thing we make jack-o-lanterns out of but in fact the pumpkin is the best squash for cooking. The mistake most people make is bigger is better, but not in this case. The smaller the better. Large pumpkins tend to be watery and flavourless but the small ones are sweet with a great squash flavour. Great for almost anything from baking to pasta to roasted. Pumpkins are by far the best squash on the market. 0040
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FOODBANK “THANK YOU” The Board of Directors of the Westside Foodbank would like to thank our amazing volunteers who work on Tuesdays and Fridays to ensure the community has access to such an important service. Thank you volunteers for all your time and hard work, without you we would not be able to run such a successful foodbank. 3760
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KOC SUPPORT TO SCHOOL MEAL PROGRAM St. Patrick’s Elementary School, along with community partners, the Market Place Wellness Centre and the Carleton Community Centre, would like to thank the Knights of Columbus Council 6770 for their
generous donation to the school's’ meal program. Proceeds are from the monthly community breakfasts that the Knights prepare at the Assumption Centre. 3762
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MUSINGS FREEDOM What does freedom mean to you? The Oxford online dictionary defines it as “The power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants”. That doesn’t mean I am free to punch you in the nose if you annoy me; that would be anarchy not freedom. But it does mean if I want to dress like a hippy at age 61 I am free to do so. Or if Mikie decides to go to the bank in his scruffy woods clothes he is free to do so (I will just wait in the car). Yes, there must be some rules as to what is considered acceptable, but we need to be aware that these are merely reinforcing our cultural norms and are not going to be the same from country to country. Where am I going with this? Niquabs. I confess to not knowing a great deal about niqabs, burkas and hijabs, nor of the Muslim religion and cultural practices. But I am not so arrogant as to assume that it is my way or the highway when it comes to personal choice in attire. The
huge uproar over the niqab issue during the recent federal election was distasteful to me for two reasons. Unsettling enough was the government of the day wanting to ban the wearing of the niqab for citizenship ceremonies (remembering that the face has already been revealed to an official for identity purposes prior to the ceremony). But much more disturbing is the huge support the position seems to have from “ordinary Canadians”. According to the Canadian Press website: “The Privy Council Office poll was conducted . . . the week after the Conservatives filed their appeal of the Federal Court decision. . . participants in the survey were asked "do you support or oppose a requirement that people show their face during Canadian citizenship ceremonies?" Eighty-two per cent of those surveyed supported the requirement”. Consider this. If my family were to move to some tropical isle where the cultural
norm is for all women to go barebreasted, should I be required to do so or should I be free to choose? I have no doubt that should my family remain in this island culture, the generations born there would adopt the local customs, but what of those who grew up in a different culture? Canada has a history of defending minority rights. A history that includes two world wars. On the eve of Remembrance Day, is this the kind of Canada our soldiers fought and died for? 0002
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CALL C.K. ADHESIVES Services Offered Include: · Crack Injection, Concrete Walls & Floors · Drain Tile Repair/Replacement · Internal Drain Systems · Sump Pump Installations · Video Inspection FREE · Membranes ESTIMATES! · Ditching, Complete 30+ Years Excavation Services Experience of
WHEN YOU NEED US... WE’LL BE THERE!
Blaine Campbell Phone: (506) 832-5071 www.wetbasementsaintjohn.ca
Cedar Hill-Greenwood Cemetery New 72 Unit Columbarium Cedar Hill Extension Our office is open for you Monday - Friday 9:00 - 4:30
1650 Manawagonish Rd., Saint John, NB, E2M 3Y3 • 672-4309
November 10th - November 23rd, 2015
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COOKING FOR
CANCER bite for the fight Save the Date! Calling all foodies! Tantalize your tastebuds during an evening of fun, friends and entertainment at Cooking for Cancer, a new event in support of the Canadian Cancer Society. Recognized members of the local community will don chef hats in an effort to raise funds for cancer research and support programs for people living with cancer in New Brunswick. Guests at Cooking for Cancer will have the opportunity to sample culinary delights from Celebrity Chefs and vote for their favourite dishes.
Be sure to join us at this delicious event! Thursday, November 19, 2015 6:30 p.m. Reception Delta Brunswick, Saint John Tickets are $75. For ticket information, please contact Jill Russell at 634-6272 or jrussell@nb.cancer.ca.