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Merriam Webster - Full Definition of dirtbag “slang: a dirty, unkempt, or contemptible person.” The missus wonders about me. I confuse her. She cannot understand. “How can Mikie have a shower and leave the towel looking dirty??” The answer: “I am a dirtbag!!!” It is in my blood and indeed my soul. I can attract dirt like nobody’s business. I was a walking, breathing dirt magnet, at a time I mostly hoped to be a chick magnet. Back in my student days collecting garbage in the summers, some guys could wear a white T-shirt with nothing more than a smudge at the end of the day. Mikie... looked like he just stepped out of a garbage can by the time 5:00 o’clock came around. I can take a scrub brush to my hands and arms while showering and 20 minutes later have dirty water come off my hands, having done nothing to get them dirty again. So what’s life like when you are a dirtbag?? Actually, not that bad. Our country has a long and proud history of people working hard and doing dirty jobs. I am fortunate in that I don’t have to work very hard to get dirty. Between the dirt and my somewhat raggedy wardrobe, I have always figured
people were thinking “Man!! Does he lead a hard life!!” Hey, I’ll take all the sympathy that I can get. I can still recall the kid’s reaction if I was working hard, “Ooooh, you’re all sweaty.” Has hard work, dirt and sweat become a big sin?? Do hard working people have to shower before they are allowed out in public?? Mikie says no way!! Mikie says sweaty, dirty people do not have hide from all you “clean nuts” who put hard workers in the same class as lepers. There are many modern parents and educators who believe we have removed our children too far from the joy of playing in dirt. Over 60 years ago my mother gladly let me play for hours out in the dirt. And now, 60 years later my life hasn’t changed all that much. If dirt was bad for you, I would have been dead long, long ago. Ashes to ashes Dust to dust Dirt won’t hurt you Dirt is a must. 0002
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ASK MARY MY LOVED ONE IS DYING, HOW DO I SAY GOODBYE? Saying goodbye to a dying loved one doesn’t come naturally to most of us. All they ask of us are three things: words of candor, reassurance and love. Lesson #1: Don’t wait until the last minute. It’s hard to say goodbye, but putting off meaningful conversations is perhaps the number one source of regret. Spend time telling them what they mean to you. Dying people want to hear four very specific messages from their loved ones: “Thank you.” “Please forgive me.” “I forgive you.” “I love you.” Lesson #2: It’s OK, even comforting, to let on that you know the end is nearing. Realize that the dying person usually knows what’s happening. The person who’s dying starts to wonder if anyone else gets it. This stresses them - they have to think about others’ needs instead of dealing with their own. It helps to reassure them that you understand and in a way, you’re granting the person permission to die peacefully. Lesson #3: Follow the dying person’s
lead. If the person talks about impending death either directly or indirectly through a metaphor, a helpful response would be to say: “Tell me more.” If they are expressing anxiety about finishing certain tasks, you can follow with reassurance: “You’ve done a good job, you’re all set.” Sometimes the person may ask, “Am I dying?” as a way of gauging your feelings. You can reflect the question back: “I don’t know. How are you feeling?” Others refuse to discuss death and their wishes should be honored. Lesson #4: Truth is good - but so is a little white lie. Being reassured that their loved ones will be fine in their absence helps them feel that they can go peacefully. It may help to say: “You look tired, please don’t worry about me.” It’s also common for them to seek reconciliation with people, with God or the universe, or within themselves. They often ask directly about particular relationships or express a desire to see
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IN THE GARDEN GARDENING, THERAPY & TOMATOES Gardening is cheaper than therapy and you get tomatoes. ~ Author unknown. How true and at this time of year there is an abundance, with frost just around the corner it is also a responsibility to waste as few as possible; the first order of the day is to harvest the well ripened ones and prepare them for freezer, sauce, wine (they make a very fine fairly spirited white wine) or whatever your fancy is. The partially ripe and the largest of the still green ones can be gathered, gently wiped and placed between layers of newspaper on racks, the plastic racks from a bakery are superb for this job. Strangely, in order to ripen well, the tomato needs a dark fairly dry atmosphere; the paper can be lifted every few days and the ripe ones extracted and feasted upon. Another method, particularly useful for the smaller types, is to dig the plant up and suspend it by the roots from the rafters in a cool basement; I have enjoyed many ripened this way on Christmas day! Despite the rather strange weather that
this summer has afforded us, we have been blessed with an abundance of produce; the sources of this bounty need attention if we are to have a repeat performance next year. First on my list is to prune out the stems that bore the fruit on both Blackberries and Raspberries, these need to be cut off at ground level since they will never fruit again and will interfere with new growth emerging in the spring. Black, white and red currants should have the oldest wood, three years or more, removed at ground level; although these chaps will bear fruit again it will slowly dwindle in size and will compromise any new growth. Apples should be harvested at the peak of perfection and a certain amount of pruning can be done at the same time, opening up the tree to the air, and taking away any branches that rub together. All fallen fruit should be picked up and composted, if not they will provide a cozy place for many harmful beasties to hibernate; long handled tongs are great
for this, and help avoid being stung by hornets and their clan. Having used all the crab apples that I need I cheerfully leave the rest of the crop for my favourite winter event; in early January the Bohemian Waxwings will come and devour every last crab apple, they are such a welcome sight in the midst of all the snow and cold. Roses and Hawthorns will have produced a lot of lovely fruit for the other birds to indulge in. Blessings. 0045
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GONE FISHING TIME TO CATCH A DINOSAUR! Now that we are officially into the Fall season, leaves begin to change, days get shorter, temperatures cool down, and the fishing heats up! Here in our backyard on the Kennebecasis River, the sturgeon fishing season is just beginning and it may be one of the most unique and exciting experiences you’ll find on the water anywhere! For me, I love targeting shortnose sturgeon in the Fall. From around the beginning of October on through till the river freezes over, the fishing for sturgeon will get better and better. By the middle of November one could catch 15 or more sturgeon in a day averaging over two and a half feet in length! Where else can one go to experience such amazing fishing? Well, for sturgeon, there is nowhere else you can go on the east coast of North America for this experience. Throughout the US sturgeon are an endangered species and fishing for them
is not permitted. While other areas in Canada do have fishing for different species of sturgeon (the White Sturgeon of the Fraser River), we have the only population of shortnose in the world for which there is an open recreational fishery! Unlike with most lakes, ponds or rivers where the fishing season ended on September 15, the lower Kennebecasis River, nearly up to Bloomfield is tidal water. Here you can fish all year long with no fishing license required if you are doing catch and release fishing. If you are looking to keep any fish, be sure to be aware of the size and limit regulations! One important rule many may not be aware of is that in tidal waters, you do require a provincial fishing license to keep any sport fish. If you want to catch yourself a dinosaur (sturgeon have been around for millions of years), be prepared to release it again. In order to retain a sturgeon, it has to be
120 cm, which means a fish that is over 50 years old. Only the very oldest in the population would reach this length and they are hard to find, so 99.5% of sturgeon caught are released again, after taking a picture to keep the memory of course! To fish for sturgeon, just load up a strong hook with nightcrawlers, use a weight to get it to the bottom and let it sit there. Sturgeon are bottom feeders and will eat the worm off the floor of the river. If you, or someone you know, would like to give it a try and isn’t sure where to start, feel free to contact me to book a time and I’ll take you out! 0034
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KINGS WAY CARE CENTRE NEWS Thank you to everyone who participated in our Annual Family Fun Day which was held on Saturday, September 10. The sun shone and everyone enjoyed the festivities, food, games and children. All proceeds are to support our General Store that will be a part of our Year Round Solarium which will be built this fall. A General Store within our home will allow our residents to make crafts and sell them as well as be able to purchase items for gifts for their families if they are unable to get out. It will also strive to eliminate Loneliness, Boredom and Helplessness – plagues that often affect elders. This year we raised $4,200. If you would like to help us on our journey, please visit: thekingswaylifecarealliance. ca/donate. 4240
SWEET CAROLINE RUN AT RHS On Saturday, October 8 the 3rd Annual Sweet Caroline Run will take place at Rothesay High School. This run/walk is to honor the memory of a kind and sweet teenage girl who lived her life committed to her family, her friends, her schools and her athletics. We can think of no better way to celebrate the life of this precious girl than by coming together in community and sport; both exemplify Sweet Caroline. All funds raised support the work of the Sweet Caroline Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting awareness of allergies and anaphylaxis, in memory of Caroline Lorette. Online registration: raceroster.com/events/2016/10046/sweet-carolinerun-2016. $30 for individuals and $75 for a family of four. Race day registration begins at 8:00am. Please register early to avoid disappointment. The 10km walk/run begins at 10:00am and the 2.5km walk/run begins at 10:15. Race Kit Pickup will take place on Friday, October 7 in two locations: 1:00-4:00pm at the Running Room, Brunswick Square and 6:00-8:00pm at Java Moose, 47 Clarke Road, Rothesay. For more information visit the “Sweet Caroline Foundation” Facebook 4241 event page or contact sweetcarolinefoundation@gmail.com.
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WHAT’S HAPPENING Thursday, September 29 SJ Branch of the NB Genealogical Society, meeting at 7:00pm. Please note this month the meeting will take place on Thursday in the Mary Oland Theatre, at the NB Museum, Market Square with speaker, Felicity Osepchook. All guests welcome. Saturday, October 1 Girl’s Day Out - One Stop Shopping 10:00am-3:00pm at St. Luke’s Church Hall (12 Quispamsis Road). Something for everyone - spices, jewellery, makeup and much more. Ticket draw for basket from Vendors, proceeds to St. Luke’s. Free admission - donation for KV Food Basket appreciated. Annual Salmon Supper, hosted by Anglican Parish of Kingston, at Kingston Parish Hall starting at 5:00pm. Tickets $15/adults, $8/ under 12 (limited seating please order in advance). Contact Kingston Parish Office 763-3183 or email:
parishofkingston@gmail.com. Thanksgiving Bake Sale, St. Paul's Anglican Church (486 Kennebecasis River Rd), 10:00am to 2:00pm. Proceeds to support our refugee family. Big Breakfast at the Quispamsis Lions Club, 8:00-11:00am. $7/person. Quispamsis Lions Club is located behind the Foodland Store on Market Street. Harvest Turkey Dinner, hosted by Canadian Cancer Society, 7:30pm at Chateau de Champlain in Millidgeville. All proceeds to the SJ-KV Relay for Life. Tickets (634-6272) $30/person and tables may be reserved for groups of four or larger.
Monday, October 3 2016 Wellness Champion Celebration, with the Fundy Wellness Network, 6:30pm at the Bill McGuire Centre (95 James Renforth Drive, Rothesay). An opportunity to applaud those who make such a wonderful difference in our communities.
October 4 - 6 Watercolour Paint Workshop with William Rogers, Villa Madonna Retreat House, limited to 15 participants. $300/workshop; $520 (includes workshop, single accommodations). Non-refundable deposit of $125 with registration; remainder due at arrival. Register or info, 849-5125 or 1-866783-3300; email: villamadonna@ nb.aibn.com. Wednesday, October 5 Fundy Gardeners meeting, 7:00pm, at St. James the Less Church (1760 Rothesay Road, Renforth) with guest speaker, Susan Brooks of The Fundy African Violet and Gesneriad Society. New members & guests welcome. More info: fundygardeners@blogspot.com. Friday, October 14 Dessert Buffet & Auction, presented by K of C Council 11201, with viewing at 6:15 and auction at 7:00pm at the
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Saturday, October 22 Book Sale in Support of HOPE Centre, 9:00am to 4:00pm at the HOPE Centre, 4347 Loch Lomond Road, Saint John. All Books $1 or less. Come and get your winter reading. 4th Annual “Fall Fling” Fundraiser in support of the Simonds Lions Caledonian Pipe Band, 7:00pm at the Simonds Lions Auditorium (Loch Lomand Road). Celebrate Scottish culture: Pipe Band, Highland Dancing, singsong, silent auction, food. For tickets ($15) contact 696-4253. Saturday, November 5 KV Old Boys’ 7th Annual Country & Western Evening at KVHS. Advance tickets ($15) at Beats and Bytes, Morris Music in SJ, Kennebecasis & Hampton
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SJ/KV NEWCOMERS' CLUB The Saint John/Kennebecasis Valley Newcomers’ Club is open to women who have moved to the Greater Saint John area within the last three years. Join the group for social activities and to meet new friends. We hold weekly Bridge (all levels welcome), monthly Coffee Socials, Ladies Who Lunch and Book Club, as well as other member-interest driven activities such as walking, skiing, movie nights, Moms & Tots, etc. For more information, see our blog at: sjkvnewcomers.blogspot.com or contact us at: sjkvnewcomersclub@ gmail.com. G112
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LISTEN IN JESSICA RHAYE - SONG IN ME Hampton based singer/songwriter Jessica Rhaye has just released her 5th album “Song In Me”. I have been watching her grow, as a songwriter and performer, from the sidelines for years now and she is probably the artist who has surprised me the most. How has she surprised me? Her song writing and performer chops have grown in leaps and bounds in recent years and her new musical offering “Song In me” is nothing short of a rootsy pop modern day classic filled with all the warmth, charm and beautifully woven stories that catapult you back to the glory days of 70’s am radio and mood rings. She has connected all the dots and her musical vision has never been stronger. The album was produced by Nova Scotia’s Dale Murray (Anne Murray’s nephew). Dale and the musicians who culminate here really help shape the sound and are an integral piece of the puzzle in bringing Jessica’s unique musical vision into the light. I have
never heard Jessica so comfortable and confident on record. There is an ease here that really draws the listener into her creative world. It’s music making for the sake of music where she has brought in a community of like minded co-writers and collaborators to make a record that has a genuine classic spirit. Records like this are few and far between on the commercial musical landscape today. I have to mention some of the songwriters here as well, the majority of which are local and show just how many talented writers we have in our backyard. No stranger to anyone here is living blues legend and Perth-Andover native Matt Andersen and Folk Pop West coast auteur Matt Epp. I was really astounded by the local songwriters with Jessica and how well it all worked. Even with all the varied co-writers the record has such a singular vision that is both engaging and highly creative. These fellow writers include Brent Mason who has really
written some beautiful stand out songs here with Jessica, Bill Preeper and Hilary Anne Ladd. Jessica also covers Ken Tobias’ “Good To Be Alive In The Country” which fits perfectly with this collection of originals. Congratulations Jessica on such a beautiful record that is a joy to listen to. Thank you for making this record! Don’t stop! Jessica along with her stellar live band will be performing a CD Release show in the city and here is the info: Saturday, October 1 - Song in Me Release Show at BMO Studio Theatre (112 Princess Street, Saint John). Set: 8:00pm, all ages. Jeff ’s current musical fixation – Teenage Fanclub. 0041
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(once a month). Volunteers would be on a 3-week rotational basis would be appreciated. Positions would include crew leaders, cooks & general help. Please contact the branch if you would like to volunteer. Lunch at the Branch - Soup (or salad) & sandwich lunch will be served on the third Wednesday of each month (October 19) between 11:30am & 1:30pm. Lunch includes choice of two soups (or salad), choice of three sandwiches, dessert, coffee & tea. Cost is $8/person. All welcome to attend. Texas Hold-Em Tournaments - 6:45pm registration, games at 7:00pm every Thursday. 40 tickets (max) available per tournament. Tournament cost $20. Remembrance Banners: Branch #58 Royal Canadian legion is selling Remembrance Banners to Honour Local Veterans. These Banners will be hung on poles in Rothesay. There are only 22 spots available. If you are interested please contact the Legion 847-5146 or Heather
847-4186. We require a good photograph of the Veteran. Serving the Public: Catering available; facility rentals - two rooms available for functions, business and private meetings. Contact Branch for details. Veterans Need Help?: Veterans in need of assistance with VAC applications, disabilities, frailty, medical treatment should contact the Service Officer at their earliest convenience. Information available could be of benefit to you. Please contact our Serivce Officer, Harold Defazio, at 849-0545 or the Branch for further information. Community Lottery: Tickets are $2/ week; come to the Branch to register or contact the Branch for more information. Sponsored by RCL #58, proceeds go to supporting the community and those in need. For more information on Branch activities or the Legion in general please contact the Branch. 0014
PRAISE & WORSHIP St. Mark’s Catholic Church Pastor: Father Don Breen
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171 Pettingill Rd., Quispamsis P: 849-5111 F: 849-5120
Reverend Michael O’Hara invites you to join us at:
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A warm welcome awaits all who come. Masses: Saturday 5pm Sunday 9am &11:15am
Holy Trinity Anglican Church 847-0850
2 Hammond River Rd. - Sunday Service at 9am. St. Augustine’s Anglican Church 849-8464 239 Quispamsis Rd. (intersect with Pettingill Rd.)
Facebook.com/stmarkscc @stmarkscc The little A-frame church on Hampton Road 372 Hampton Road
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Minister: Rev. Audrey Lounder Music Director: Terri-Lynn McNichol
We worship every Sunday morning at 9:55am. Sunday School classes & Junior Choir begin October 2 nd. We believe that God’s message is as relevant today as it has been through history and should be communicated in ways that speak to our diverse community about issues that are meaningful now.
St. Andrew’s Kirk United Church 196 Hammond River Rd., Quispamsis NB The country church in town
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Our focus will be on being together, being an emerging ministry, showing love to all, celebrating our Oneness, nurturing faith and gathering in community. We will eat together, experience a dynamic, modern worship with great music and building intentional community of faith. We hope you can join us.
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Fall W
hile there is some indication we may be in for a warmer than usual fall, that doesn’t mean it feels like summer. Even on the warm days, there is a crisp freshness to the air that reminds us that summer is behind us. This is a good time to take a look at your house with an eye to ensuring you will cozy and warm all through the winter. There is still time to get lots of home projects done!
There are a number of indoor projects which are best undertaken before that cold weather arrives. Ensuring you have no creosote build-up in your chimney and having your furnace serviced are at the top of the list because of safety concerns if they are not done. Cracks in stovepipes attached to wood stoves can release toxic fumes into your home, so before firing up your stove for the first time this fall take a moment to check for
corrosion, holes, or loose joints. Clean the stovepipe, and check for signs of deterioration or looseness. Similarly, even if you did it in the spring, ensuring you have working smoke alarms with fresh batteries should be a standard fall home check-up item. Test smoke and CO monitors, inspect (or install) fire extinguishers, review fire escape plans, and rid your home of old newspapers and other fire hazards.
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Pt. II An often overlooked hazard is the family washer and dryer. Left unattended, a burst washingmachine hose can spill hundreds of gallons of water an hour and a dryer can erupt in flames if lint is allowed to build up inside the machine or its ducts.
money. Seal any gaps and cracks around windows and doors with weatherstripping and caulking. Don’t forget to check for drafts around electrical outlets, cable and phone entrances and plumbing. Seal any gaps with caulking. Once the windows are sealed, switching out summer sheers for heavier drapes Once you have dealt with potential in warm colours can both add real safety items, checking for gaps warmth plus help create a warm that allow air infiltration is a good ambiance. way to both stay warm and save
With shorter days, outdoor lighting becomes more critical. Motion sensor lighting on garages to light the way to and from the house are a cost-effective way to ensure you have light when you need it without creating light-pollution all night long. This is a welcoming addition for guests. And with guests in mind, winter weather means more “stuff ” to deal with in your entry. Do you have a place for guests to slip out of their boots, a place for the kids to
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Just as it is time to change out your wardrobe for warm sweaters and jeans instead of T-shirts and shorts, a few simple changes to your home can instantly make it feel more While ceramic floors may be warm and cozy. Changing cushions welcomingly cool during the to richer fabrics and warm colours, summer, nothing is worse than tossing a warm throw or plaid waking up to the icy shock of a cold blanket over the arm of a chair and floor. Before this becomes an issue adding a fall wreath on the door will this year, consider cork or wood transform your living space quickly flooring or adding an area rug to and easily. For bigger impact, turn any cool room into a cozy interior painting is by far the easiest haven. way to freshen up your home and fall is a great time to do it, while it is still warm enough to open the windows. A tip from the pros - if at the end of the day you haven’t finished the project you don’t have to go through • 2 lb Spray Foam the laborious process of cleaning • Fiberglass & Cellulose your paintbrushes and paint-roller. Brush or roll off the excess paint, • Old & New Homes then tightly wrap in plastic food wrap and place the wrapped brushes and rollers in the fridge to keep them store their hats and mitts; maybe a basket with warm slippers available to keep everyone’s toes cozy? No one enjoys cold feet!
fresh. The next day (or even several days later), simply remove from the fridge 30 minutes before painting, and you will be ready to go. All done? Great. Invite some friends or family over, open a bottle of wine and catch up on the news. After all, isn’t that the whole point of making your house a home?
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ASK THE CHEF BRING ON THE CHOWDER Colin Sifton here again from Holly’s Restaurant and Catering with another answer to your question. For the longest time, I was always under the belief that a chowder was a soup made with chunks of potatoes; a hearty stew like soup made in one pot. I was wrong. I did a little research and this is what I found out about chowder. Chowder is a traditional maritime soup which has evolved over the years, usually consisting of seafood and vegetables (including potatoes) in a rich and creamy broth, thickened with crackers or a roux (equal parts melted butter and flour). It was made in one pot and you could feed many. Manhattan chowder, on the other hand, is made with a tomato base with no thickening agent. It is true that all chowders should have potatoes but this comes from the fact that potatoes were a staple in our diets and continue to be today. Now from seafood chowder, we started
making other chowders. Fish chowder, mushroom chowder, vegetable chowder and most famous, corn chowder. Corn chowder was often served during the harvest, to feed the workers as they tried to get the harvest in. Always having a big crowd, this made for easy preparation and serving. So how easy is it to make chowder? All you need is a pot. To make creamy chowder start with your favourite fish; the less oily the better. If you add salmon to your chowder, that flavour will dominate the rest of it. Great if you love salmon but not if you want all the different flavours coming through. So in a large pot add chunks of onion, large diced potatoes and any other vegetables you would like or have on hand. Sweat these off and this will add to your flavour. Place your seafood and cover until seafood is cooked. Do not stir because your fish will break apart. Add enough fish stock to cover the ingredients in the pot and season to your
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taste. Bring to a light boil and add a roux to thicken. Add 35% cream to balance off how thick your chowder has become. You should use heavy cream, so your chowder does not break or split. Allow to simmer for at least 30 minutes and serve. Once you get this down, you can now play with your recipe by adding white wine, different herbs like tarragon, chopped garlic, or anything that you think would be good. That is the beauty of cooking, it becomes yours once you have a good base. Edited for space, see full article at: ossekeag.ca. 0040
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FAIR VALE OUTING ASSOCIATION NEWS 8 River Road, Rothesay, 847-4066, follow us on Facebook Tuesdays - Starlite Promenaders, for more info contact Pat MacLean at 7632634. Wednesdays - Crib - doors open at 6:30, games begin at 7:30pm. Thursdays - Bingo, doors open at 6:00, games begin at 6:50pm. Rental and catering information available by calling 847-4066. Saturday, October 15 - Christmas Craft Sale from 9:00am-2:00pm. Lunch available. Tables are available for rent ($15 or $25 for two) by contacting Nancy 847-5465 or the FOA 847-4066. Proceeds from table rentals go to roof
The Cheerleaders Remember those days At the football games How the cheerleaders jumped And yelled our names. And half way through the game With my aching back Which sometimes felt Like a railroad track, And ready to quit: our chances slim The cheerleaders would shout “Come on, team we’re going to win”. How they jumped and twirled and laughed, They really were a scream; But they put the spirit back into our team; It was the cheerleaders who yelled “reach for the sky” And won the praise
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renos. The FOA Community Center Bingo raises monies for local groups in our community. Submissions for 2017 can be dropped off at the Bingo on Thursday evenings no later than September 30. 0035
SAINT JOHN NATURALISTS CLUB If you love nature and experiencing it first-hand, why not take part in one of the Saint John Naturalists Club’s
upcoming activities?: Saturday, October 8 – “Walk-on, Walk-off Grand Manan Birding” with Jim Wilson, meet at the NB Museum on Douglas Ave at 7:45am; Monday, October 17 - 7:00pm at the NB Museum, Market Square - John Klymko on “The Basics of Bee Biology” plus “The Maritimes Butterfly Atlas”. For information on registration, timing and locations or to learn more about the SJNC, visit: saintjohnnaturalistsclub.org or follow us on Facebook as “Nature Saint John”. 2567
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FAMILY MATTERS TRANSITIONING TO PARENTHOOD The transition to parenthood is often very exciting but all the wealth of information out there makes it overwhelming for expecting parents. There are some general guidelines soon-to-be parents can follow to make the transition to parenthood smoother. Expecting parents can feel RESTed UP with these thoughts. R - reprioritize. Before baby is born reprioritize your expectations. High expectations can create more anxiety and frustration so focus on what is absolutely necessary. Strategize ahead of time on how you will manage the everyday stuff like laundry, cleaning, sleep and time for self. Keep your list small and avoid making parenting a goal-oriented project. E - eye out for depression. Many women - and many men - experience some degree of post-partum blues so be ready for it. Partners, watch out for symptoms and get professional help if the symptoms threaten parental functioning and infant well-being. Remember to be easy on
yourself - postpartum recovery takes time. S - support. One of the hardest parts of parenthood is that it is a 24/7 service that brings with it physical and emotional discomfort. Find some tools before your baby is born to help calm and support you when your nerves feel fried. Make a list of people you know you can count on to help. Giving up on doing everything yourself is one of the healthiest (and sometimes most difficult) things to do. Accepting support is incredibly beneficial, but you have to be pro-active about asking. Family, friends, breathing, date night and grounding practices are helpful in getting you through the transition. T- trust yourself. As new and absolutely overwhelming as this experience can be, trust yourself. Parenting books and websites can be useful in giving you pointers, but ultimately it’s your own wise and loving heart that will guide you in doing what is right. U - use humor. Make light of your own
parenting experiences and avoid taking yourself too seriously by doing your best to find humor through the exhaustion. Acknowledge every moment – good and frustrating – as natural and normal. P - perspective. Wouldn't it be great if infants came with instruction books? Recognize that your parenting journey will be 100% unique and the randomness of your baby. Allow for unpredictability in your daily routine and accept that you won’t always get things right. Embrace the transition and set realistic plans about getting out, self-care, sleep, household chores and cooking. This week find your own way to transition into parenthood and enjoy the journey. 0006 Anita Hofmann Occupational Therapist
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EMERGENCY MEASURES FALL PREPARATIONS PART II Finally, was able to have the vehicle looked at last week. Great to have a dealer that takes customer service to heart. Had the wheels checked to see if they need replacing. No, the treads were fine for this year. I had forgotten about my spare but the service technician did check it; to my embarrassment it was flat. The technician checked it over, found no punctures and inflated it. He suggested that I have a can of “inflate in a can”. It seals the puncture and inflates the tire. I did have the engine coolant system flushed and new coolant added. I could not believe the stuff that was in the fluid. I had a special mixture added for winter. Since they were working on the engine I also had the oil and oil filter changed, with winter grade oil installed. Over the summer, with all the bugs and gunk from the road sticking to my headlight covers, they had become cloudy. I did not know that there was a special treatment which brought back the
lens covers to their pristine condition. The technician showed me the before and after conditions, and it was clear to me that this worked (sorry for the clear pun). My SUV needed a cleaning after a summer of trips to Tim’s and assorted food trucks. Missing sunglasses, spare house keys, USB sticks (3), Toastmasters Best Speaker and Evaluator ribbons and $4.65 was found. The check on the electrical system was ok and the technician took the time to ensure that the heating vents were cleaned of dust and pollen that had accumulated over the summer. Braking in the winter can be of concern with ice and snow on the road. In checking my brakes, the technician suggested they be cleaned as he noticed some dust like particles. Since it was free, no problem vacuum away. Winter wipers on the front and rear were easily installed, I kept the ones I purchased last year. Windshield fluid that works well
in the summer just does not work as well in the winter. While the dealer did have some winter grade windshield available I decided to buy some later at the Box Store. Less expensive and just as effective. All the fluids in the SUV were topped up as well. Well, the money was well spent to bring the SUV up to fall and winter driving conditions. Barb and I can drive knowing that once again “Be Prepared – Not Scared” will help us through the coming storms. Part III, next edition, will be on getting your home ready. 0039
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ANGLOPHONE SOUTH SCHOOL DISTRICT KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION 2017-2018 Kindergarten Registration for the 2017-2018 school year will take place on October 13th -14th 2016 in all Anglophone South Elementary Schools. Parents may register their children at their neighbourhood elementary school during school hours. Kindergarten attendance is compulsory for all children who reach the age of five years on or before December 31st, 2017. Parents however, may defer entry into kindergarten until September of 2018 for children who turn five between September 1st and December 31st of 2017. Children who will not reach the age of five on or before December 31st, 2017 are not eligible for admission to kindergarten. Requirements for registration are: (1) proof of age: birth certificate, passport, another piece of ID (e.g. immigration documents or a certificate issued by another Canadian Provincial Government indicating the date of birth) and (2) proof of Immunization. The child’s Medicare number is also required.
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NETWORK OF MOMS Every woman knows how having children really changes their life, suddenly their career is no longer their main priority and it's all about this tiny human being you are now responsible for. I remember leaving the hospital with my first daughter and was about to walk out the door but hesitated, waiting for someone to stop my husband and I. I thought "Are they really going to let me leave this place with her, I know nothing about babies!" Luckily, I had a friend who also just had a baby so we began our motherhood journey together. We were both new sleep deprived moms and being able to share our experience and talk to each other daily was a sanity saver. She was my first "mom friend". So many moms discover that after the birth of their baby their social network has changed. We are no longer interested in late night parties, but playdates that work around feeding and nap schedules. While we may no longer spend as much time with our childless friends as before, having a network of friends is still so important, especially friends that understand what you're going through. I created a group called Network of Moms and this is why: Two summers ago, I met a mom at a beach, our girls were playing together and she mentioned how none of her friends have children. My first emotion is that it made me sad as she looked lonely. I wanted to say "Hey let's be mom friends!" but didn't want to put her on the spot. My goal of this group is to help break the ice and allow moms to network without feeling awkward. It’s an online support network for moms to connect with other local Grand Bay, Saint John, Quispamsis and anywhere in between moms. It's a place to ask questions and lean on other moms for support regardless if our kids are newborns, toddlers, school aged or teens. Check it out and maybe meet some new mom friends - facebook.com/ groups/NetworkofMoms. Submitted by Michelle Lefrancois. 4242
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MUSINGS HUNTING SEASON I love walking in the woods. From early Spring, as soon as it is light enough to have an hour after supper (I HATE walking in the woods after dark!) until the time changes in the fall, most work days Mike and I (and of course the Jet) do a walk around the woodlot. This is generally at a leisurely pace, so that I can enjoy the sights and sounds and scents of the woods . . . an opportunity to unwind from a day at work. On the weekends we generally walk in the morning, although we sometimes add a second walk in the evening as well. Every fall, as deer season approaches, I begin wondering, when does the season start, when do I need my hunter orange. Not that I am required to wear it, as I am not hunting, but so that I am more visible to anyone who may be out in our woods armed with a gun (or a bow, but
that is still fairly uncommon). Even more than myself, I worry about the dog, who although he generally stays close, does occasionally wander along the side of the wood-roads, following whatever scents it is that excite a big ol’ Lab. I have never been a hunter, although my father was and my brother and various cousins and friends have also spent time hunting. I don’t ever remember my father getting a deer or a moose, but like me he greatly enjoyed the opportunity to spend time in the woods. My mother often claimed that is the only reason he bought a deer licence in his later years, as it gave him an excuse to walk the woods. I have a very vivid memory of my father with my brother and a few of his friends while they were in their teens and just beginning hunting. They were standing in the dooryard taking shots at a target
some distance away and my father was able to hit the target without closing one eye to sight in. Apparently this is pretty uncommon (leastwise that is what he was told while in the army during the war), although modern thought is it is the preferred method and should be practiced. For my father, it was just the way he always did it. My brother and his friends certainly seemed impressed. “If the hunter comes back with mushrooms, don't ask him how his hunt was.” ~ Ghanaian Proverb. 0001
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REGISTERED FOOT CARE NURSE is now accepting clients. Offering foot care in the comfort of your own home in Hampton & surrounding areas. For professional foot care & details, call Shirley at 506-799-1547 or cell 506-607-2178. Covered with most insurance plans. TREE SERVICE. TOP NOTCH Tree Service offers tree cutting, lot clearing and maintenance, storm clean-up, climbing work. Free estimates, insured, satisfaction guaranteed. Find us on Facebook. Call Pascal 651-3010.
WEBB MASONRY & TREE Removal services. Phone 645-1332. SNOWBLOWERS SALES & SERVICE, Wanted to Buy. (Wanted to Buy Lawn Tractors\Snow Blowers working or not) (Pickup & Delivery Available) 832-4905.
WANTED WANTED HOUSES TO CLEAN. Reasonable rates. References available. Call Tammy at 333-4855.
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Leonard Dempster
The Master Chimney Sweep & Bricklayer since 1976. Chimney Cleaning • Brickwork • Carpentry & Roofing
(506) 849-0106
Our Reputation has been Your Safeguard Since 1976.
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MOVING SERVICES No job too big or small Packing materials Climate controlled storage Free estimates Free loaner wardrobe boxes
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849-4840
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The Valley Viewer
Limited Units Available • Monthly Rates 6’ x 12’, 12’ x 13’, 12’ x 20’ and 12’ x 26’ Call Now to Book Your Space
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55 Robertson Rd, Hampton, just past the Butternut Stables, about a minute and a half from the highway, Exit #158
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Name : __________________________________ (required) Email : __________________________________ (required)
Free Hockey Pool
Phone : _________________________________ (required)
** By providing your email address you agree to receive regular email updates concerning this hockey pool. You will not be contacted otherwise and your email address will remain con�idential and will not be shared.
Free to enter (one entry per person) – DEADLINE – 4:00 pm OCTOBER 11, 2016 Both an email and a phone number must be provided. Please write legibly. Pick one (1) player or team from each of the 24 groups. Scoring: Players - Goals: 1.00 Assists: 1.00 - Teams - Wins: 1.00 Shutouts: 2.00
Box 1 ____ Crosby, Sidney (PIT) ____ Kane, Patrick (CHI) ____ McDavid, Connor (EDM) ____ Ovechkin, Alex (WAS) ____ Tarasenko, Vlad (STL) ____ Stamkos, Steven (TB)
Box 2 ____ Hall, Taylor (NJ) ____ Malkin, Evgeni (PIT) ____ Perry, Corey (ANH) ____ Seguin, Tyler (DAL) ____ Tavares, John (NYI) ____ Giroux, Claude (PHI)
Box 3 ____ Backstrom, Nick (WAS) ____ Getzlaf, Ryan (ANH) ____ Kopitar, Anze (LA) ____ Panarin, Artemi (CHI) ____ Thornton, Joe (SJ)
Box 4 ____ Forsberg, Filip (NAS) ____ Kucherov, Nikita (TB) ____ Kuznetsov, Evgeny (WAS) ____ Pavelski, Joe (SJ) ____ Wheeler, Blake (WPG)
Box 5 ____ Bergeron, Patrice (BOS) ____ Couture, Logan (SJ) ____ Gaudreau, Johnny (CGY) ____ Johansen, Ryan (NAS) ____ Kessel, Phil (PIT)
Box 6 ____ Barkov, Aleks (FLA) ____ Duchene, Matt (COL) ____ Monahan, Sean (CGY) ____ Spezza, Jason (DAL) ____ Toews, Jonathan (CHI)
Box 7 ____ Landeskog, Gab (COL) ____ O’Reilly, Ryan (BUF) ____ Pacioretty, Max (MTL) ____ Parise, Zach (MIN) ____ Sedin, Daniel (VAN)
Box 8 ____ Marchand, Brad (BOS) ____ Scheifele, Mark (WPG) ____ Toffoli, Tyler (LA) ____ Zuccarello, Mats (NYR) ____ MacKinnon, Nathan (COL)
Box 9 ____ Krejci, David (BOS) ____ Neal, James (NAS) ____ Sedin, Henrik (VAN) ____ Simmonds, Wayne (PHI) ____ Stone, Mark (OTT)
Box 10 ____ Drouin, Jonathan (TB) ____ Eberle, Jordan (EDM) ____ Jagr, Jaromir (FLA) ____ Nash, Rick (NYR) ____ Okposo, Kyle (BUF) ____ Ryan, Bobby (OTT)
Box 11 ____ Gallagher, Brendan (MTL) ____ Hoffman, Mike (OTT) ____ Johnson, Tyler (TB) ____ Jokinen, Jussi (FLA) ____ Palmieri, Kyle (NJ) ____ Schenn, Brayden (PHI)
Box 12 ____ Hornqvist, Patric (PIT) ____ Larkin, Dylan (DET) ____ Lucic, Milan (EDM) ____ Oshie, T.J. (WAS) ____ Sharp, Patrick (DAL) ____ Skinner, Jeff (CAR)
Box 13 ____ Boedker, Mikkel (SJ) ____ Domi, Max (ARI) ____ Galchenyuk, Alex (MTL) ____ Stastny, Paul (STL) ____ Trocheck, Vincent (FLA) ____ Williams, Justin (WAS)
Box 14 ____ Jenner, Boone (CBJ) ____ Ladd, Andrew (NYI) ____ Plekanec, Tomas (MTL) ____ Saad, Brandon (CBJ) ____ Stepan, Derek (NYR) ____ Zetterberg, Henrik (DET)
Box 15 ____ Brassard, Derick (OTT) ____ Cammalleri, Michael (NJ) ____ Hagelin, Carl (PIT) ____ Hertl, Tomas (SJ) ____ Radulov, Alex (MTL) ____ Zibanejad, Mika (NYR)
Box 16 ____ Couturier, Sean (PHI) ____ Laine, Patrik (WPG) ____ Matthews, Auston (TOR) ____ Schwartz, Jaden (STL) ____ Spooner, Ryan (BOS) ____ Smith, Reilly (FLA)
Box 17 ____ Burns, Brent (SJ) ____ Byfuglien, Dustin (WPG) ____ Doughty, Drew (LA) ____ Karlsson, Erik (OTT) ____ Letang, Kris (PIT) ____ Subban, P.K. (NAS
Box 18 ____ Carlson, John (WAS) ____ Ekman-Larsson, O (ARI) ____ Gostisbehere, S (PHI) ____ Josi, Roman (NAS) ____ Klingberg, John (DAL) ____ Weber, Shea (MTL)
Box 19 ____ Ekblad, Aaron (FLA) ____ Giordano, Mark (CGY) ____ Hedman, Victor (TB) ____ Keith, Duncan (CHI) ____ Krug, Torey (BOS) ____ Yandle, Keith (FLA)
Box 20 ____ Barrie, Tyson (COL) ____ Faulk, Justin (CAR) ____ Muzzin, Jake (LA) ____ Seabrook, Brent (CHI) ____ Shattenkirk, Kevin (STL) ____ Suter, Ryan (MIN)
Box 21 ____ Hamilton, Dougie (CGY) ____ Jones, Seth (CBJ) ____ Markov, Andrei (MTL) ____ Pietrangelo, Alex (STL) ____ Ristolainen, R (BUF) ____ Vatanen, Sami (ANH)
Box 22 ____ Chicago (CHI) ____ Dallas (DAL) ____ Pittsburgh (PIT) ____ Washington (WAS) ____ Anaheim (ANH)
Box 23 ____ Los Angeles (LA) ____ Montreal (MTL) ____ Nashville (NAS) ____ New York (NYR) ____ Tampa Bay (TB)
Box 24 ____ Boston (BOS) ____ Calgary (CGY) ____ Edmonton (EDM) ____ Buffalo (FLA) ____ Ottawa (OTT)
Prizes
1 Place - $1000 st
2nd Place - $500
$250 Prizes
(Assigned throughout standings)
Larry Clark of
Hovey Insurance
Stephen Mullin Excavating
Last Place - $500 (Biggest Loser)
Drop off at BLR Law, 20 Marr Road, Rothesay or fax to (506) 848-4445 or email to info@blrlaw.ca For standings updates or further information visit www.blrlaw.ca
In case of a tie, the highest point getter in the �irst category in which the tied participants did not pick the same player/team decides the winner of the prize. The order of categories is from left to right starting with “Box 1” and ending with “Box 24”. If a ties remains, the prize is split evenly between the winners.