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Council defers decision to renew VIC operating agreement ERIN CHRISTIE EDITOR

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The decision over the fate of Peachland’s Visitor Information Centre (VIC) has been held over to the next council meeting, in a bid by Mayor Cindy Fortin to ensure a new operating agreement with the VIC’s operators, the Peachland Chamber of Commerce, results in more “bang for the taxpayer’s buck.” The VIC agreement recommended for adoption by municipal staff on April 3 would see council enter into a 4.5 year contract with the chamber for VIC services that provide the VIC with a budget increase of $18,000 in the first year of the contract (actual budget impact in 2015 is quoted at $9,000), with a two per cent increase to their fee for service each year until the contract expires in 2020. A clause would be included that allows for transitional training funding that would be requested of council if there was a proven need. The contract would also require that the VIC operate five days per week, not less than seven hours per day, with one of those days being Saturday from Labour Day until June 30. In a committee of the whole meeting held on April 3, councillors voted 4 to 3 in See COUNCIL on page 2

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Council defers decision to renew VIC operating agreement Continued from page 1

favour of a deferral to delay the decision in order to reassess the information outlined in the Visitor

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mittee’s suggestions of what needs to be done were excellent,” Fortin told The View in a follow-up interview on April 15. “However, the chamber’s track record operating the VIC over the last few years is not very good, yet they continuously come and ask for more money and I can’t, in all good conscience, commit without some kind of probationary period first. They need to prove that they

Upon reviewing the proposed on contract and of the committee summary, Fortin said she was reluctant to make a decision that would commit council to providing over $330,000 in tax dollars over 4.5 years, without proof that it would be used to benefit the town. “I thought the com-

deserve that money,” she added. In his report to council during Tuesday’s committee of the whole meeting, Thom reminded Fortin that the VIC had met its deliverables, and provided examples of other VIC arrangements across B.C., as evidence to support the cham-

Fees for service in the initial Visitor Information Centre contract Year 1 $64,000 (pro-rated June 2015 - January 31, 2016) Year 2 $65,280 Year 3 $66,586 Year 4 $67,918 Year 5 $69,276 ber’s request for the proposed budget fee for service increases. “The annual fee for service costs (including utilities and rent), paid by comparative communities range from $45,000 to $114,625 per year,” Thom read, quoting the committee report. The static building costs of the entire building, according to the chamber, totaled $19,000 in 2014. The portion allocated to the VIC costs approximately $9,000 to run. “Five-year contracts are the most common, and all centres are open year-round, with reduced hours during the less busy season,” he noted. The six communities selected by the district staff, who conducted the research for the comparative models, included Hope, Fernie, Oliver, Gibsons, Smithers and Creston, each of

which were identified as communities that are similar in size and consider tourism an economic driver. The six VIC arrangements were compared with respect to contract terms, operational days, other details and annual costs. According to the report Thom read, Hope, with a population of 5,969, operates their VIC on a two-year contract and remains open seven days per week from May to September and five days per week between October and April. Their VIC is closed for three weeks in Ja nu a r y/ Febr u a r y and the District of Hope pays for some of the utilities. The VIC’s operating costs are reportedly $94,800 per year. Dubious of what she deemed suspiciously high numbers, Fortin told councillors that she contacted each community and felt that the numbers reported by the committee, did not match the ones she was given by each district. “There’re inconsistencies here,” Fortin told Thom. “The Hope VIC, for example, actually promotes a region that includes 10,000 people,” she began as she continued to deconstruct the list. “Now I’m confused,” Fortin said as she concluded. “This information you’ve provided doesn’t exactly paint the entire picture, and I’m troubled because I know your numbers are based on this.” “When we asked staff to put this together, we asked for comparable factors,” Thom responded. See FORTIN on page 3

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B.C. wines will soon be ripe for the picking on grocery shelves April 1 marked a number of changes to the way alcoholic beverages are bought and sold in British Columbia. Attorney General and Minister of Justice Suzanne Anton announced last Wednesday legislation will allow grocery stores to sell alcohol under the a store within a store model, which allows grocery stores to offer a full-suite of alcohol products. This model, according to a release issued by Anton on April 2, will be adopted gradually as licenses begin to relocate throughout the province. First out of the gate for the wine-onshelves model is the Save-On-Foods in Surrey. Under the new legislation, all wine must be kept on designated shelves, and must be purchased at tills that have a Serving It Right certified cashier aged 19 or older. Food and wine pairings, including samples of wine, are also allowed in the designated aisle. As part of the liquor law changes, 169 of the province’s 196 liquor stores have extended their operating hours, with 134 stores open year-round on Sundays. To view a list of B.C. liquor stores that have signed on for extended hours, including on Sunday, visit www.bcliquorstores. com.

Thompson-Okanagan vehicle restrictions now in effect Users of off-road vehicles, including ATV riders, are reminded to obey new alpine vehicle restrictions now in place. Prohibitions under the Wildlife Act now require all motor vehicles (excluding snowmobiles) operating above 1,700 metres in the Thompson and Okanagan regions to stay on existing road and trails. Sensitive alpine environments occur frequently within the Thompson-Okanagan Region. These habitats support unique ecological plant communities and provide important summer and spring habitat for grizzly bear, mule deer, mountain goats and sheep. There has been an increase in off-road vehicle use in these areas, and the new “stay on roads and trails” restriction is designed to promote sustainable trail riding and curtail riding habitats that results in wildlife harassment and displacement. An existing road or trail is defined as: • a road or trail with a paved surface; • a cross-country or downhill ski route marked in a ski area by the owner of the ski area; • a road used for logging or mining; • a road or trail used for access to fences, power lines, wind generators, or communication towers; or • a trail on which there is no vegetation except on a strip that, if present, can be straddled by a four-wheel vehicle.

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THE PEACHLAND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Business, Wine and Pet Expo proved to be a popular event on April 11. The event featured

demonstrations and information booths from a number of local businesses, as well as three local wineries and food pairings with goodies provided by the Blue Rooster Cafe. Highlights of the afternoon included a magic show performed by Kelowna-based magician Leif David, left, and an information and dog training session with special guest speaker Wayne Dorman of Dogzies School of Excellence in Kelowna.

Fortin wants “bang for the taxpayers’ buck” Continued from page 2

“It’s about checks and balances. We weren’t asking whether the regional district contributed or the tourism board contributed. We were looking at comparable features. What does a VIC with the same variables cost to run. And that’s what we brought to the table. It doesn’t matter where the money came from,” Thom said. “Well yes, it does,” Fortin replied. “It’s the taxpayer’s money that would pay for this. It should matter.” “Of course it matters,” Thom explained. “We’re all taxpayers here. We’re not talking about this as though it doesn’t

affect each of us personally. That’s the beauty of being a councillor in a small town. The decisions that affect the taxpayers affect the councillors too.” When questioned in a follow-up interview about her response to Thom, Fortin confessed she isn’t entire convinced that the VIC is running efficiently. “To me it seems like a waste of money to keep funding this VIC the way it’s going.” Councillor Terry Condon, appearing frustrated by what had begun, after an hour and half, to appear to be a war of semantics between the mayor and some of her colleagues, told Fortin he understood her stance but felt she was beginning to nit-

historical perspective. “I remember having these same discussions in 2009 when the renovations on the primary school were starting,” Stewart told the crowd. “I remember that some of you sitting at the council table today contributed, financially to campaigns that were aimed at knocking that building down, and now here we are. We are having the same discussions and they don’t really lead to anything. I think people need to rise to the occasion and manage this building. As taxpayers, we con-

tribute. We need to manage this properly. And I think we can do this.” Chamber president Dave Collins spoke briefly with The View at the conclusion of the discussion. He told The View he hoped to see things move forward and was waiting patiently for council to reach its decision. “We’re all waiting, not just us, but the arts council [who share the building, along with the Peachland Boys and Girls Club]. We anxiously want to begin our planning and get moving on things.”

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pick. The four-term councillor voted in favour of the deferral during Tuesday’s COTW meeting, but told Fortin and the gallery that in terms of value for dollars spent, he felt the VIC was delivering, however the challenge, he admitted, is demonstrating that to the taxpayers. Fortin said she would feel more comfortable if the VIC received a shorter contract. During the public quest ion/com ment period, longtime resident Dora Stewart put the discussion into

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magine racing out of your home in the middle of the night. Fearfully fleeing the partner who was supposed to love and respect you, but has instead abused you. You have nothing but the clothes on your back and the hard-won courage it took to finally leave a toxic relationship that has left you beaten down, questioning yourself, and feeling alone and ashamed. You tell yourself this will be the last time. The scene I just described for you is not my life. But it was, at one point. It began as a kind of psychological warfare; a stream of nonsensical arguments I could never win, being isolated from everything but my job. I was “too nice” to his friends. I went shopping without him. I was late getting home, therefore I was “cheating” on him. It had nothing to do with my job, or the fact that reporters work odd hours and often cover events that occur after 5 o’clock. I added a Facebook friend he didn’t approve of. Any one of those things could set off an argument I couldn’t win. Living in fear, walking on eggshells, constantly feeling like I had to look over my shoulder. Call it what you will. It was abuse. I can admit that now. But only because I’ve learned that abuse comes in a number of forms including; emotional (yelling, raging, putdowns, sarcasm, blame, threats, silent treatment, forced to do degrading acts, controlling, isolation from family and friends, belittlement, threats of killing self/partner/children), financial (allowing no access to money, running up bills, withholding financial information,

taking and/or belittling your financial contribution, threatening no financial support if you leave), sexual (forcing or coercing sex (rape), insisting on sexual acts, accusing partner of unfaithfulness, assaulting breasts or genitals) and physical (pushing, shoving, slapping, punching, choking, pinching, biting, spitting, striking or threatening with weapons, cutting, restraining, burning, pulling hair, withholding medical treatment, depriving of sleep or food.) By the time he got around to physically hitting me, he could have told me the sky was purple and I wouldn’t even argue that it was blue. You really do get beaten down. Somewhere I found within myself what it took to leave and never go back. I started over. That was seven years ago. I have great friends and a loving family who supported me as I transitioned back into a normal life. I have a promising career and a wonderful, kind and incredibly understanding partner. My physical wounds have healed. The emotional ones have left a few battle scars but ultimately, I’m okay. But for far too many women in our country, our province and our community, the scars and the wounds will never heal because the abuse is ongoing. Between 2004 and 2014, domestic violence claimed the lives of 113 women in British Columbia, an average of 10 women a year. According to the results of the Violence Against Women survey released by Statistics Canada, on average every six days a woman in Canada is killed by her intimate partner. Each year, over 40,000 arrests result from domestic violence; that’s about 12 per cent of all violent crime in Canada. Since only 22 per cent of all

incidents are reported to the police, the real number is much higher. And if you think domestic violence doesn’t affect everyone, think of it like this. Each year Canadians collectively spend $7.4 billion to deal with the aftermath of spousal violence. This figure includes immediate costs such as emergency room visits and funerals, as well as future costs, such as loss of income. As part of an ongoing effort to highlight the issue of family violence, and galvanize communities across British Columbia to take action to help prevent it, the provincial government declared the third week of April Prevention of Violence Against Women Week. Rather than mark the campaign with an article, as I have done in the past, I decided to share my own experience, with the hope that it would shed some much-needed light on this issue. This is not a story I share often, and frankly I’m surprised that I’m revealing something so personal. I guess it was my recent participation in the V-day campaign. This national campaign encourages women and men to come forward and talk about this subject, because by keeping quiet, we perpetuate the problem. Talking about it won’t make it go away, but it can help. According to the United Nations, one of every three women on the planet will be physically or sexually abused in her lifetime. Campaigns like V-Day were born of the belief that until the silence is broken the violence will continue. To find out more about local anti-violence organizations and campaigns visit www. kelownawomensshelter.ca.

Hands off Beach Avenue As a resident of upper Princeton Avenue, I have no personal axe to grind over the proposed extension of the Beach Avenue walkway affecting my property. That being said, I do have a major issue with those who would cut down mature trees, thereby eliminating natural shade and digging up grass in favour of paving bricks. This would destroy what is one of the defining features of our waterfront under the misguided notion that to do so constitutes “improvement” or “progress.”

The stretch of Beach Ave., north from 13th Street to the creek and beyond is a natural oasis for family fun; picnics beneath protective shade trees, play and relaxation on the cool grass, easy access to the water; the simple pleasures we all enjoy. Removal of these elements is not only an assault on nature, but an assault on the quiet charm of our town. It ain’t broke so stop trying to fix it! This proposal should be shut down and buried forever. John Douglas Gardner, Peachland

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All of the three walkway extension proposals are troubling I would like to add my objections to the critical response Peachlanders have been articulating regarding the Centennial Walkway extension proposals. As a property owner on the stretch of Beach Avenue that would be affected by the walkway, I can only anticipate a deterioration in my quality of life and my property value if any of the three proposals were to be carried out. Particularly troubling in my case is the prospect of losing a significant piece of frontage and the resultant removal of award-winning landscaping as a result of the proposed changes. In addition, my front patio would lose

much of its current privacy and relative quiet as the street/sidewalk would be located much closer than it is now. The prospect of heavier traffic and congested parking on the residential side of the street would exacerbate this loss of privacy and property. I recognize my obligation as a citizen to look beyond my personal interests regarding civic projects, and I understand the desire of the town to take advantage of opportunities to further beautify our lovely setting. However, I think the current fallacy is that it is reasonable to extend the Centennial Walkway in the same format as

the current and very attractive promenade from 13th Street to downtown. The configuration of beach and road is different beyond 13th Street to Todd Road. Essentially this area is the beach for locals and visitors. The downtown waterfront has become parkland and picnic area with adjacent commercial facilities – but if you want to spend the day on the beach, you head further north beyond 13th Street. The proposed extension would manicure the shoreline while eliminating or reducing parking space on the lake side. This and the removal of trees would make it less practical and attractive for

swimming and sunbathing – the very reason that Okanagan residents and tourists flock to our waterfront each summer. There are safety and esthetic issues on the shoreline from 13th Street to Todd Road that should be addressed, but reproducing the walkway on this stretch is not the appropriate way to accomplish these things. I look forward to council and civic officials responding to the concerns of citizens like myself and consider abandoning or at least significantly modifying the proposal for extending the walkway. Jim Howard, Peachland

Preserve the natural beauty and health of Okanagan Lake When I first arrived in Peachland back in 2011, I fell in love with the natural beauty of the town, its proximity to the lake and the unspoiled landscapes all around it. I strongly disagree with the town wanting to spend millions of dollars to extend Centennial Walkway and create an artificial and more urbanized shoreline north of 13th Street for many reasons, the first one being preserving the natural beauty and health of Okanagan Lake. According to a story I read in 2014, Peachland has the most polluted

beaches in the whole Okanagan, and I’m sure the walkway concrete being poured right down the rocky beaches in downtown Peachland, and the lack of green between the road and the lake doesn’t help keep pollution away. Also, many cities that modified their shorelines by paving them are spending millions to return their lakes and rivers to their natural state. Also, I think the millions of dollars that the District of Peachland is willing to spend to take away the natural beauty of the area could be better used, such as building a real sidewalk, and not a

paved shoulder along Princeton Ave. Or maybe working with the province and the MOTI to create a unique bike path extending from south of Beach Ave. all the way to Antler’s Beach, along the most beautiful yet underused Highway 97 corridor, which in my opinion would have a direct effect in promoting and boosting tourism and attracting younger families in town as well as keeping people active. Another suggestion would be to give proper funding to the Visitors Information Centre. Peachland’s economy is tour-

ism-based, and without the thousands of visitors flocking each year, Peachland as we know it would be a ghost town and no businesses could survive, yet about a million public dollars were spent in renovating the Peachland Historic Primary School in 2013, and the VIC receives three times less money (about $56,000) from the town to pay for staffing, building expenses and marketing than what it costs the taxpayers for the District CAO position and benefits alone (approximately $150,000). Mathieu Warnet-Pelletier, Peachland

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Everyone has a story to tell. And if Vi Brown has learned anything from her latest project, it’s that Peachlanders have some of the best stories. “They’re just a really interesting bunch of people,” Brown told The View on April 10. “You would be surprised to learn who collects tarantulas, who jumps out of airplanes and who’s a real biker mama,” she added. But if you want to know who’s who, Brown says you’ll have to wait until next month. That’s when she plans to release her new book, Who’s Who in Peachland. Brown, a former realtor and current member of Peachland’s literary group Writers Unblocked, said she was inspired to write Who’s Who after completing another locally-based literary project. “After [Writers Unblocked] released our anthology in February, I realized I learned some things about getting a book published and thought, why not?” she laughed. “I’m not the kind of person who can just do nothing. I woke up one day and I thought, I should write a book.” Brown said the book’s concept came just as naturally as the idea itself. “I didn’t want to do a history

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VI BROWN book because that’s been done. So I thought I would talk to the people who knew the history and get their stories,” she explained. She decided to begin with members of Peachland’s business community in order to highlight their contribution to the town’s past, present and future. “Based on the conversations I had had with people before I began working on the book, I got the feeling that there hadn’t been enough done to highlight the business community in Peachland. So I started interviewing local business owners,” Brown continued, noting that to date, she has conducted 60 interviews for the book. These interviews form the basis for the first section of her book

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which, she notes, focuses more on the personal stories of the business owners, than the actual business itself. Further research led her to develop a list of what she refers to as “do-ologists.” “Essentially these are the volunteers in our community. The people everyone goes to, to get things done,” she said, adding that the choice to avoid the word “volunteer” was deliberate. “I think that when you say ‘volunteer’ people tend to think volunteers are people who do things because they want to fill spare time,” she revealed. “To me, they’re the sort of glue that gives impetus to a community.” Among those included are Peachland Variety Singers choirmaster Phyllis Papineau, Peachland Community Arts Council president Deborah Livingstone, Peachland Food Bank director Judy Bedford, and countless others. Brown said she selected her “do-ologists” based on suggestions she received from people in the community, as well as her own observations as a longtime resident.

She said her only concern with her selection was the possibility of leaving someone out. “There are so many people who do things in the town, you could fill volumes, and I had to stop somewhere,” she told The View. “I don’t want anyone to think the doers in Peachland are only restricted to who is in the book. It doesn’t reflect everyone but it’s a taste of what these volunteers do and how they contribute to the town.” To give a well-rounded picture of the town, Brown said she also included profiles on the current members of Peachland’s municipal council. Her goal, she added, is to capture Peachland in 2015, leaving a sort of literary time capsule for future Peachlanders. “I want to give people the opportunity to learn a little about one another,” she said. “I have learned so much about the people here during this process and what really amazed me is that no matter who you talk to, everyone seems to love this town. And after doing all these interviews, I can see why.”

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How to avoid growing bored in retirement From the moment young men and women first walk into the office for their first day as a working professional until the day they officially retire, the notion of planning for retirement is never far from their minds. But when the day to hang up the briefcase and donate all those business suits arrives, some retirees wonder

what to do next. Some retirees know exactly how they will spend their days when they no longer have to work, while others who decide to play it by ear may find themselves battling boredom. For those among the latter group, it’s important to understand that many retirees find themselves bored once they no longer

have to focus on a career. Jobs keep men and women busy and provide a sense of purpose in their lives, so it’s understandable that retirees feel bored once those jobs are no longer a part of their lives. But just because you no longer have an office to go to every day does not mean life cannot be as fulfilling or even more fulfill-

ing than it was when you were still working. You just need to find something to avoid succumbing to retirement boredom. Work part-time. Though it might seem odd to start working right after you retire, a part-time job can provide the type of structure you have grown accustomed to without all of the responsibility that comes with a full-time career. Part-time jobs can range from consultancy work that makes use of your professional experience to something entirely different like landscape maintenance at a nearby golf course that gets you out of the house and enjoying the warmer seasons. Whichever you choose, make sure it’s something you find fun and interesting. Embrace a new hobby. Working professionals often say they wish they had time to pursue a hob-

by. Now that you are retired, you have all the time in the world to do just that. Whether it’s perfecting your golf game, writing that novel, learning to cook like a gourmet chef or whatever else you might have always wanted to do, retirement is a great time to do it. Get in shape. If retirement boredom has started to negatively affect your mood, one great way to conquer your boredom and improve your mood at the same time is to start exercising. Exercise is a natural mood enhancer. When the body exercises, it releases chemicals knowns as endorphins, which trigger positive feelings in the body. In addition, regular exercise has been shown to reduce stress, boost self-esteem and improve sleep. Working out at a gym is also a great way to meet fellow retirees in your

community, and the energy you have after exercising may give you the boost you need to pursue other hobbies. Volunteer. If a parttime job is not up your alley, then consider volunteering in your community. Volunteers are always in demand, and volunteering with a local charity can provide a sense of purpose and provide opportunities to meet like-minded fellow retirees, all while helping to quell your boredom. Retirees who love to travel can combine their passion for volunteering with their love of travel by signing up to work with an international relief organization that travels abroad to help the less fortunate. Upon retiring, many retirees initially find themselves coping with boredom. But there are many ways to avoid the restlessness of retirement.

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Peachland Community Arts Council Artist of the Month: Stella Tessier CHRISTOPHER BYRD CONTRIBUTED

WHAT LIES BEYOND, acrylic

OLD MEETS NEW, acrylic

Stella Tessier was born and raised in Saskatchewan and as a young child loved to draw. Painting never came to mind until she and her husband moved to Edmonton in 1974. She took a full year of acrylic painting lessons in 1997 and found she loved it. Tessier and her husband moved from Edmonton to the Okanagan in 2000 and now live in West Kelowna. Her passion is painting old buildings, covered bridges, lighthouses, and birds, etc. all of which require detail. Tessier joined the Peach-

land Art Group in 2011, where she had her first showing in May 2012. At that exhibition

HOME SWEET HOME, acrylic

she came in third for Patron’s Choice. She has since had her work displayed at the Peachland Little Schoolhouse, previously on the Peachland Community Art Council’s website as Artist of the Month, at Westside’s Art in the Park (2013 and 2014), and at the 2014 Lake Country ArtWalk in Winfield. Tessier has been to a number of workshops including those given by B.C. artists John H. Burrows and Chris McClure. She loves painting and will continue to improve her work by participating in workshops she feels benefit her style. More of Stella Tessier’s paintings can be viewed on the Peachland Communi-

WAITING FOR MY PAL, acrylic

ty Art Council’s website at pcartscouncil.com and on the walls of the Peachland library.

WAKE UP SLEEPY HEAD, acrylic

MOON LITE NIGHT, acrylic

ARTS SCENE

The creativity of Peachland’s artists knows no boundaries DIAN TOMPKIN CONTRIBUTED

Spring has sprung in Peachland! There are many wonderful things to see. This past weekend, on April 12, the Variety Singers performed JOY, their big spring concert. It was held at the 50+ Activity Centre and it delighted the senses. Stella Tessier is the artist of the month at the Peachland library. The library features a different artist from the Peachland Art Group each month. Visit the library or go online to www.pcartscouncil.com. The Peachland Art Group is

busy painting new street banners. Look for them along Beach Avenue starting in May. Exciting news! You can be a visitor in your own town. The Form and Fibre Exhibition currently showing at the Peachland Art Gallery has had 530 visitors in its first 20 days! It is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This is a mustsee and there are only three more weeks before it’s gone. The diversity of this exhibition is amazing and I am completely in awe of the quality of workmanship! It is the epitome of talented, passionate artists with decades of expe-

rience, numerous juried art shows and many awards to their credit. Here is a sampling of what you will see: • Iron sculptures by Doug Alcock. He brings the ancient art of hand forging to life and his work has been in many juried shows including the Calgary Stampede. • Art quilts by Rita Macdonnell. She has several exciting and versatile art quilts in this show and she has recently been invited to join the Fabricators. • An historic art quilt by Berkeley Stuart. It depicts the largest earth filled dam of the time in

1968, on the Feather River in Oroville, California where her dad worked as an engineering geologist. • A quilled hat by Mary Walker. When you see her wearable quilling, you will experience a 3D modern twist on a 13th century Italian art form started by nuns. • Fibre art by Marianne Parson. She has been teaching fibre art for 40 years and her quilting pieces are exhibited nationally and internationally. • Clay rattles by Jean Brandel and stoneware clay figures by Richard Smith. Both have great design experience.

• Paverpol art by Maureen Warner. She designs wire shapes, drapes them with cotton dipped in Paverpol, and turns them into enduring waterproof sculptures. • Plaster cast sculpture by Brenda Mauders. She loves working with the human form. • Whimsical fabric art by Susan Driussi. She says “creativity has no boundaries. We must release our inner self and let our imagination soar.” I believe that all of these artists and many others, with their work in our gallery, have done just that! Drop by and enjoy the show.

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WHAT’S ON

COMING EVENTS

MONDAYS

“FORM & FIBRE” GALLERY SHOWING Mar.

8pm, community centre

FITNESS ROOM 8amYOGA ADVANCED BEGINNERS 8-9am,

14 - May 9, 10am-4pm Tuesdays-Sundays, Mary Smith Hall in the Peachland Historic Primary School. The Peachland Community Arts Council invites you to share this unique display of works from sculptors, fibre artists, potters, and carvers

8-9am, community centre

SECOND ANNUAL OKANAGAN ART FAIR

9:30am-noon, 50+ Activity Centre

Apr. 18 11am-5pm, Apr. 19 11am-4pm, Mount Boucherie Secondary School, West Kelowna. Artists from the Okanagan and students from school district 23 will display their work in this show and sale. Admittance by donation

SUNDAYS

FLOW YOGA 9:0510:15am, 4th St Place PICKLEBALL 9:0511:05am (3.0-3.5), community centre

50+ Activity Centre. $5 drop-in per class

MID-WEEK STUDY AND CONVERSATION COFFEE

INDOOR WALKING

9:30am, St. Margaret’s Anglican Church

PICKLEBALL 9:0511:05am (3.0-4.0), community centre

VARIETY SINGERS

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY 9:30am, 50+ Activity Centre

MONDAY MORNING COFFEE 10am – noon, Peachland Wellness Centre

TAI CHI 12-1pm, 50+ Activity Centre

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX PROGRAM 1-3pm, Peach-

COMPUTER LITERACY 10 am-noon, Peachland Wellness Centre. Call for appointment: 250767-0141

FITNESS TRAIL GUIDED TOUR 10am. Call 250-

tivity Centre. $5 drop-in

PICKLEBALL 1:30-

ART CLASS 12pm, 50+

3:30pm, (3.75-4.5), community centre

Activity Centre

VINYASA YOGA FLOW

INDOOR WALKING 8-9am, community centre

CENTRAL OKANAGAN MODEL RAILWAY COMPANY GROUP 7pm,

PICKLEBALL 9:05-

BREASTFEEDING CAFÉ 10 am-noonish,

FITNESS ROOM 8am-

2nd and last Tuesday, Peachland Wellness Centre

PINCUSHION HIKE AND YOGA 9:30am. Call

E-A-S-Y CORE

AA 12-1pm, 50+ Activity Centre

WELLNESS CIRCLE 2nd

FRIENDSHIP TUESDAY/ MOVIE 1-3:30pm, 50+ PICKLEBALL 1:303:30pm, (3.75-4.5), community centre

50+ Activity Centre

10am, Emmanuel Church, Westbank

meet at Peachland Elementary. Ages 9-12

YOUTH BOXING CLUB

YOUTH DROP-IN 3:30-

6-8 pm, 4th St Place

8pm, Peachland Youth Centre. Grades 7+

Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69

1:30pm, 50+ Activity Centre

9:30-10:30am, 50+ Activity Centre

DROP-IN TIME 2-4pm,

MEAT DRAW 2-4pm,

10:30-11:30am, 50+ Ac-

AEROBICS AND MORE

3:30pm (Novice), community centre

TWEEN DROP-IN & MULTI-SPORTS 3-8pm,

7:45pm, community centre

ZUMBA 5:30-6:30pm, community centre

WOOD CARVERS CLUB

PEACHLAND SPARKS AND BROWNIES 5:45-

TUESDAYS

BEGINNERS’ UKULELE

THURSDAYS

EMMANUEL CHURCH WORSHIP SERVICE

Activity Centre. Call 250-767-6574

YOGA BEGINNERS

Peachland Museum

767-2133 to register for your spot

Activity Centre

7-9pm, 50+ Activity Centre

Centre

6:30pm, community centre

10:35am, (1.0-2.75), community centre

2-4pm, 50+ Activity Centre

UKULELE 1pm, 50+

SPIN & SCULPT 5:15-

7pm. 2nd week: 6th Ave. Police Station. 4th week: community centre. Dan 250-767-9034

10am, St. Margaret’s Anglican Church

fellowship 11:30am, 4204 Lake Ave.

centre

tivity Centre. $5 drop-in per class.

PICKLEBALL 1:30-

SPIN & SCULPT 6:30-

AA 12-1pm, 50+ Activity

LIONS DEN MEETING

NEEDLE ARTS/QUILTING

PEACHLAND BAPTIST SERVICE 10:30 service

10am-noon, community

YOGA 8-9am, 50+ Ac-

Wellness Centre

BRIDGE (ALL LEVELS)

FITNESS ROOM 8am-

Gasthaus Pub

10am-noon, 50+ Activity Centre

land Wellness Centre. Everyone welcome!

ST. MARGARET’S ANGLICAN CHURCH WORSHIP

WEDNESDAYS

BRIDGE CREATIVE PLAYTIME (0-6 yrs)

CARPET BOWLING

MEN’S COFFEE & CRIB 1-3 pm, Peachland

Church

7pm, 50+ Activity Centre

PEACHLAND ROTARY CLUB MEETING 12pm,

6:45-8:00pm, community centre

land Wellness Centre

PEACHLAND UNITED SERVICE 10am, United

BRIDGE (EXPERIENCED)

TWEEN COOKING NIGHT 5-7:30pm, Peachland Boys and Girls Club. Ages 9-12

8pm, community centre

JERRY DOBER BREAKFAST 8am-11am, Peach-

1-4pm, 50+ Activity Centre

VOLLEYBALL 7:008:30pm, community centre

7pm, community centre

& 4th Wednesday, 10am-12pm, Peachland Wellness Centre

CHESS 1:15-3:30pm, 50+ Activity Centre

SUNSHINE SINGERS 1:30pm-2:30pm, Peachland Wellness Centre

PICKLEBALL 1:303:30pm (3.0-4.0), community centre

BRIDGE (ALL LEVELS) 2-4pm, 50+ Activity Centre

50+ Activity Centre

WORKSHOP WEDNESDAYS 3-4:30pm, Peachland Boys and Girls Club. Ages 9-12

3:30pm, (3.0-3.5), community centre

TEA IN THE TRANQUIL ROOM 2pm-2:45pm,

Peachland Library.

PEACHLAND BOARDWALK 9:30am

8pm, Peachland Boys and Girls Club. Ages 9-12. $5/member/ trip. Pre-registration is required by calling 250767-2515

TAI CHI – PWC 9:30am-

RESTORATIVE YOGA

LADIES SNOOKER 5pm,

9-10:15am, 50+ Activity Centre

Centre

Open to all ages

FUSION FRIDAYS 4-8pm, Peachland Boys and Girls Club. Ages 13+

11am, United Church Hall

6-7pm, community centre

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT 10am-12pm,

BINGO , 6:45pm, 50+ Activity Centre

SATURDAYS

Peachland Wellness Centre

FRIDAYS

CARPET BOWLING

VOLLEYBALL 10am-

FITNESS ROOM 8am-

12pm, community centre

6pm, community centre

IRON AND SILK EXERCISE 10:45am-noon,

INDOOR WALKING

STORYTIME FOR PRESCHOOLERS 11:30am, Peachland Library. Stories, finger plays, rhymes and fun! From January 15 until May 28.

Peachland’s 2nd Annual APRIL 25th

8-9am, community centre

FLOW YOGA 9:05-

Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69

10am-noon, 50+ Activity Centre

MEAT DRAW 3-5pm, Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69

YOUTH DROP-IN 3-5pm, Peachland Boys and

10:15am, 4th St Place

Girls Club. Ages 6-12

MEN’S COFFEE & CRIB 10am-12pm,

YOUTH ZONE 6-9pm,

Peachland Wellness Centre

and Girls Club. Ages

13+, Peachland Boys 6-12 3-5pm

50+ Activity Centre 5672 Beach Avenue, Peachland 250-767-9133 Call for Info Office open Mon - Fri, 9:30-11:30

Peachland Community Arts Council

Annual General Meeting

Great opportunity to hear about what the Arts Council in Peachland has planned for the coming year.

FLOOR HOCKEY 4:30-

PICKLEBALL 1:30-

LEGO TIME 3-4pm,

8pm, community centre

Banquet Room in Community Centre Everyone Welcome. Refreshments.

Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69

Centre

TWEEN TRIPS 5:30-

FITNESS ROOM 8am-

Tuesday, May 5th, 7 pm

MEAT DRAW 4-5pm,

Peachland Wellness

50+ Activity Centre

DROP-IN TIME 2-4pm,

3-5:30pm, meet at Peachland Elementary. Ages 9-12

LADIES CRIB 1pm-2pm,

5:30pm, 8-10yrs, community centre

8pm, community centre

Dawn 250-878-6342

TWEEN DROP-IN

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• CRIB DARTS POOL •

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Join us for “Samosa Sunday” from Angee’s Kitchen!

Angee’s Kitchen full menu 11 – 7 Tues.-Sat. and 9 – 7 Sundays Closed at 2 pm Wednesdays

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Potluck Supper

Friday, April 24, 6 p.m. Entertainment 7 p.m. Ukrainian Dancers

Drop-In Time

Mondays and Wednesdays, 2-4 p.m. Crib, Euchre, Puzzles, etc. Weekly Activities Art • Chess • Bowling • Bridge • Crafts • Exercise/Yoga • Ukulele

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DIVERSIONS

HOROSCOPE

CROSSWORD CLUES ACROSS 1. Piece attached on one side 5. Flat-bottomed boat 10. Oblong cream puff 12. Czar nation 14. Jump rope fast 16. Ma’s partner 18. Ink writing implement 19. Wet spongy ground 20. “Gunga Din” screenwriter 22. Root mean square (abbr.) 23. Strode 25. Former ruler of Iran 26. Provide with a top 27. Chit 28. Actor DeLuise 30. Point midway between E and SE 31. S.E. Asian nation 33. Protein basis of cheese 35. 1976 Music Pulitzer Ned 37. Belonging to Mrs. Parks 38. Tooth covering 40. Satisfy fully 41. Animal companion 42. Fix conclusively 44. 7th day (abbr.) 45. Pouch 48. Employee stock ownership plan 50. Fastened with adhesive or masking 52. Don’t know when yet 53. Eagle’s nest 55. Early modern jazz 56. Auricle 57. Atomic #81 58. Social class of

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20

Patience is a virtue you must have this week, Aries. Others may not be able to maintain your pace, so exercise patience with those who need it.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21

Share your thoughts and feelings about a particular project with others, Taurus. The people closest to you will provide just the support you need to move forward.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21

Embrace the competitive nature of a coworker this week, Gemini. This person might just motivate you to reach heights you have yet to reach, and this may lead to a promotion at work.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, a heart-to-heart talk with a loved one has you feeling confident as you move forward. Embrace this chance to communicate for the opportunity it truly is.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, allow someone close to you to enjoy his or her space this week. Find a way to keep busy as this special someone does some soul-searching.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 manual laborers 63. Groups of regional animals 65. Release draft animals 66. Musical notations 67. Bearing or manner CLUES DOWN 1. Grippe 2. Scientific workplace 3. Afflict 4. Construction of parts off-site 5. Cut back shrubs

6. Road furrow 7. The Nazarene author 8. Fire residues 9. 3rd tone 10. Excessive fluid accumulation 11. Fellow plotter 13. Inability to use or understand language 15. 12th calendar month 17. Greek capital 18. Communist China 21. Philadelphia sandwich

23. Neverland’s Peter 24. Medical man 27. Domesticates 29. Murdered in his bathtub 32. Dreaming sleep state 34. Drunkard 35. Double 36. Of one 39. Allow 40. Sorrowful 43. Dining hall furniture 44. Partition between 2 cavities 46. Reduce in

amount 47. Where passengers ride 49. Sacred fig tree (alt. sp.) 51. Poet Edgar Allan 54. Sea eagle of Europe 59. An awkward stupid person 60. Black tropical American cuckoo 61. Whisky 62. Electrically charged atom 64. Atomic #89

Peachland

Places of Faith St. Margaret’s Anglican Church

Grace Lutheran Church 1162 Hudson Road West Kelowna, B.C. 250-769-5685

April 19th, 2015

Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Tuesday Morning

Sunday Services Service 9 a.m.

Office Hours 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Monday to Friday

Traditional Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 thru to Grade 6 www.gracelutherankelowna.com We are wheelchair accessible

Peachland Baptist Church

250-767-2206

Find a friendly welcome, good music, great fellowship, Bible messages

4421 4th Street

9:30 a.m. Study, Coffee & Conversation

Contemporary Worship

Peachland United Church

Rev. Robin Graves

250-767-3131 www.stmargaretspeachland.org

Sunday School: 9:30 am

“Local Mission” Pastor Ben McGillivray

Sunday Morning Worship: 10:30 am Fellowship Coffee: 11:30 a.m.

9 am - Worship Service & Sunday School 11 am - Worship Service with Kids Church

Located at:

2600 Hebert Road

4th Street & Brandon Ave

“Let Us Worship Together”

West Kelowna 250.768.7638 emmanuelnet.ca

4204 Lake Avenue

Office Hours - Tue, Wed, Thur 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Hall rental contact Doreen 250-767-2132 Sunday Morning Service 10 a.m. Rev. Elaine Diggle

all are welcome

Women’s Bible Study: Wednesday, 9:30 am Dr. Gordon Denison, Pastor 250-707-1735 gdenison@telus.net

www.peachlandbaptist.net

Avoid rushing to judgment on an issue this week, Virgo. Rather than speculating on the “whys” and “how comes,” wait until you can get some solid facts.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23

Luck is on your side this week, Libra. Make the most of this lucky streak and invite others to join in your fortune in the weeks to come.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, lend a helping hand to a loved one who could use some words of encouragement. Your efforts will be both effective and very much appreciated.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, anxiety about starting a new chapter in life is normal. Fear of the unknown can worry anyone, but look forward to all of the positive changes that are in store.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20

Capricorn, thinking outside of the box comes easily to you. Although others may scoff at your unconventional ways, you always get the job done and this week is no different.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18

Aquarius, peer pressure abounds this week, but you needn’t worry about succumbing to it. You like to march to the beat of your own drum, and others look to you as a leader.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20

Pisces, you may need to take an unusual approach to get things done this week. Don’t be afraid to be aggressive.

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LITERATURE | COMMUNITY

Mutiny on the Bounty trilogy and Peachland’s connections JUDY WYPER CONTRIBUTED

Reading books fosters interconnections in life. It was with interest that I learned that Shuan Boo, a friend through the Tai Chi club, has been a competitor for the past three years in the outrigger races on the Cook Islands in the South Pacific. This brought to mind books from my youth. Treasure Island, Swiss Family Robinson, Kon Tiki, Mutiny on the Bounty. Our conversations

led to book titles. Shuan’s interest in nautical subjects led him to Captain Cook’s journals and the Mutiny on the Bounty trilogy, written in the 1930s by Charles Nordhoff and James Norman Hall. In time I borrowed his recycled copy of the trilogy. Mutiny on the Bounty is the first in the series. The perils of the sea, rigorous work, exacting leaders, the entitled attitude of those in leadership, and unique characters are described as the

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Bounty slowly makes its way over the tortuous ocean. Each day I was the comfortable armchair tourist, looking forward to vicariously spending some time at sea. Men Against the Sea is the second in the series, describing the ordeals of those cast adrift. I read with my huge National Geographic atlas open to the two page spread of the South Pacific. It showed the relative depths of the ocean and undersea ridges as well as the height above sea level of the

islands. I used my iPad to visit Tahiti and other islands. Google Earth let me zoom down to buildings, airports, marinas, rocky coastlines. Photographs enhanced my tour. Then I would return to 1789. Pitcairn Island is the third in the series, describing the adventures of the mutineers. Led by Fletcher Christian, they found a habitable isolated island and settled into an idyllic life. All too soon the human variable exerted itself.

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others were sentenced to community service. The appeals of all four men were dismissed, and they are currently being jailed on Pitcairn and guarded by a prison staff from New Zealand. I also recently learned that Leonard Fulks, who ran the general store in Peachland long ago, is a descendant of Matthew Cook, the brother of Captain James Cook. Reading is often the catalyst for further searching and discoveries of interconnections.

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Peachland Wellness Centre CHRISTINA MACMASTER CONTRIBUTED

Change is in the air for the staff, volunteers and many members of the Peachland community. We have said goodbye to Wendy Howard as she has stepped into retirement. Her presence and dedication at Peachland Wellness Centre set a wonderful pace and tone for so many of us. As we transition to a new employee, we will maintain the current service to existing participants in the outreach program and continue to provide and support the other programs she facilitated. We wish Wendy all the best as she enters this new phase in her life. April 12 to 18 was National Volunteer Week, and as we honoured volunteers, we recognized the value they bring to the many programs we offer. Staff support the volunteers, but it is the great volunteers who manage, deliver and provide the programs offered, as well as, support the staff in the day-to-day operation of PWC. Our board of directors govern the organization and carry out PWC business at meetings, including our upcoming annual general meeting this Saturday at 3 p.m. at PWC; coincidentally, the last day of National Volunteer Week. The AGM is open to the public, however voting is by membership. As we go through change, some myths or misconceptions about the programs and services at the PWC surface in conversations. With change comes a great opportunity to talk about and dispel some of these by telling you who we are and what we do. The PWC is a community-based organization that reflects community interests and addresses community needs in collaboration with other community organizations. Our vision and mission states that people in Peachland are en-

hancing their well-being, actively involved and living independently in the community. Through collaboration with other organizations, community members and the municipality, the PWC provides education, support, information, outreach and referral for people in Peachland. Our volunteers report that they improve their own quality of life by helping others. The PWC attracts volunteers who are productive citizens that make a difference to their community, who want to help people better their lives, and want to use their skills in a positive way. The PWC is inclusive in nature, embracing all groups regardless of sex, age, race, or economic standing. We are a catalyst for change in Peachland by providing education, information, support, and referrals. The PWC provides health and wellness support for any age! We are available to support Peachland residents and adapt as needs are recognized and as funds and volunteers are available. We have activities and services for people of all ages including nursing and new moms, an intergenerational program partnered with the elementary school, educational opportunities through our Wellness Circle (open to anyone), and our Speakers Series. Our next Speakers Series in May is on hearing and protecting our hearing. We offer many opportunities for new members to the community; from volunteering to attending a program for social interaction. If you are interested in the PWC please feel free to drop in for a coffee or chat anytime between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday to Friday. You will be greeted by a friendly face at 4426 5th Street. Phone us at 250-767-0141, email wellnesscentre@shaw.ca, or check us out on Facebook or on our website at w w w.peachlandwellnesscentre. ca.

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FOOD | COMMUNITY LORRAINE’S TASTY TREATS

A healthier chocolate chip cookie As we grow older, our bodies change, and sometimes family history and the ways of our past creep up and catch us in the most surprising way. Such was the case with myself when

last year in June, I had signs of shortness of breath, tightness in the shoulders and neck when walking my dog, and I went to my doctor to see what was going on. He listened to my

story and diagnosed me with stable angina and decided to send me for a few tests. Well one test led to the next and the next, and by October we found out that I needed quadruple bypass

Lorraine’s Chocolate Chip Cookies ¾ cup rolled oats (left whole)

Mix oats (ground or whole), whole-wheat flour, baking soda and salt in a medium size bowl. Beat butter and oil in a large bowl with an electric mixer until fluffy. Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg and vanilla (and the applesauce if making Lorraine’s version); beat until smooth and creamy. With the mixer running, add the dry ingredients, beating on low speed until just combined. Stir in chocolate chips (I use mini chocolate chips so it seems like the cookies have more chips in them).

1 cup whole-wheat flour ½ tsp baking soda ¼ tsp salt ¼ cup butter or margarine ¼ cup canola or vegetable oil 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1/3 cup brown sugar 1 large egg 2 tsp vanilla extract ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce 1 cup dark chocolate chips Preheat oven to 350° F. Coat baking sheet with cooking spray or line with parchment paper. Grind oats in a food processor or blender to make a flour if wanting to make the original version.

Drop the dough by heaping teaspoonfuls at least 1 inch apart, onto the prepared baking sheets. Bake cookies about 15 minutes until firm around the edges and golden on top. Cool the cookies on the baking sheets for 2 minutes then transfer to wire racks to cool completely. This recipe makes approximately 30 cookies (40 to 50 grams each).

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surgery or CABG. One more test led to us finding out in November that I also needed an aortic valve replacement. My surgery for both was completed in November at KGH by fantastic surgeons and care staff, and now I am on the road to full recovery, am back to work, feeling wonderful and very grateful to everyone involved! I have a few minor limitations to what I can do, but I can still

bake and now I am looking for healthier recipes to go with my healthier heart. Since my surgery, I noticed that my taste for sweets has diminished substantially but now and then I still want a little sweet treat. I found a recipe on EatingWell.com called “Bev’s Chocolate Chip Cookies” and decided I’d give it a try. I have tried the recipe, which turned out to be a crunchier

dunking type cookie, so I tweaked it just a bit to make it a bit softer, chewier cookie, then had my taste testers try them both and give me their opinion. My version was the overall winner but they still liked the original too. The best thing about this recipe is that each cookie is only 100 calories com-

pared to the average homemade chocolate chip cookie of about 250 calories for a 50 gram cookie. I have one, two and three tablespoon sized scoops to make my cookies and 50 grams is about one scoop of the one tablespoon scoop. It is never too late to start eating healthier and I hope you enjoy this recipe.

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Resolution or no resolution: healthy eating tips for success ROSE SONEFF CONTRIBUTED

There are two types of people, those who make New Year’s resolutions and those who do not. For those who make resolutions, the first page on a new calendar symbolizes a fresh change in their life. Those who do not make resolutions may see every day as the first day of the rest of their life and another opportunity to make a healthy change. Whichever philosophy you follow, making healthy lifestyle changes is always good. The most common health resolutions are to eat healthy, be more active and reduce smoking or alcohol use. While my tips focus on eating healthy, these suggestions can also

apply to other lifestyle changes. Before embarking on any lifestyle change, do a check in. Ask yourself what factors contribute to your current lifestyle? Without addressing these, healthy changes are harder to maintain over the long haul. For example, if you lack time to prepare healthy food or rely on ready-made entrees provided by a meal program, what will happen when you are pinched for time or when the program is over? Look for ways to include food you like with healthier options. If you like pizza, try one with whole grain crust, lots of extra vegetables, and chicken or shrimp rather than deli sausages. Try a smaller size pizza and add a ready-made

green salad or a hearty vegetable soup to complement the meal. Set a specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and timely (SMART) goal. Rephrase your goals from lose weight to increase my vegetable and fruit intake to at least seven servings per day by the end of January. This SMART goal is positive, measurable, and focuses on what you can do. Check in with a professional. Registered dietitians are qualified specialists who can help ensure

your meal plan is balanced and fits your lifestyle. Be cautious of meal plans that avoid food groups or are too low in calories. They are hard to stick to and can result in yoyo dieting, which is detrimental to good health. Have a friend or family member be your support person. Find someone who knows your goals and is willing to listen and encourage you with words and actions like joinin A good support person can help you reach your goals.

Remember, our habits form over months, if not years, and expecting to overcome them quickly is not realistic. Change takes time. Thomas Edison was not successful with his first light bulb, it took him over 100 tries but he took what he learned and used it to keep improving. Making healthy choices also takes practice and trial and error but it can be done and you can do it. Rose Soneff is a registered dietitian with Interior Health.

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