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JULY ISSUE 57 Owner/Editor, Content Development & Articles Kathryn Hartwell Owner/Publisher, layout, Design, Accounts Payable/Receivable & Website. Aleesha Gosling Advertising; Regional Sales Manager Denise Geremia

CONTRIBUTORS: JockTalk Jock Wilson Morse Code Randy Morse Reens Bloomers Maureen Macdonald Life Lines Jody Brown Book Reviews Derek Donais

Other great articles and reading material contributed by: Cynthia Barnesky, PJs Appliances, Anndee’s Fitness, Animal Care Centre, Bobbie Cochrane, Parent Link Centre and many fabulous readers. Thank you!!!

The Newsy Neighbour Inc. The Largest Magazine of its kind. Thriving since 2008!! The Newsy Neighbour’s Mission Statement: The Newsy Neighbour... a magazine dedicated to helping towns and people connect. The Newsy Neighbour’s Vision Statement: The Newsy Neighbour’s vision is to offer an attractive, unique and interesting magazine, which promotes and

supports the businesses and community groups which define the towns and villages East of Calgary by distributing our magazine free of charge to every home and business monthly. The Newsy Neighbour is published 12 times a year, printed by Central Web and distributed by Strathmore Standard, Sun Media and Canada post. The opinions expressed in the advertisements of this publication are those of the advertisers and not of The Newsy Neighbour directly. The information in this paper is believed to be accurate but not warranted to be so. Images are supplied by readers, advertisers and purchased stock photography. No part of this publication may be reproduced without written consent of The Newsy Neighbour Inc. Copyright (2011-2012). KATHRYN HARTWELL - Owner/Editor, Content Development & Articles - Phone: 403-561-0888 - Email: kathryn.newsyneighbour@gmail.com ALEESHA GOSLING - Owner/Publisher, layout, Design, Accounts Payable/Receivable & Website - Phone:403-478-9114 - Email: newsyneighbor@gmail.com DENISE GEREMIA. Sales Manager, Advertising Consultant - Phone: 403-608-0686 - Email: denise.newsyneighbour@gmail.com

From the Publishers: Yippee Ki Yay! Get along little doggie, July has arrived! July and August have soooo many events to showcase the animal that has done more to change human history than any other domestic animal, once upon a time carrying explorers to new frontiers and mighty armies to great conquests. This month’s Family Page, in following our annual tradition, is all about the magnificent horse. The Calgary Stampede (July 6th – 15th), Strathmore Heritage Days Rodeo (August 3rd – 6th), The 43rd Annual Reunion and Show (August 10th – 12th) at the Irricana Pioneer Acres Museum (where you will see the incredibly magnificent Draft Horse Teams), The Spruce Meadows North American (July 4th – 8th) and Bar U Ranch out by Longview, which has a plethora of activities all summer long - just to name a few events to marvel at this most amazing Equine! Does the thought of a romantic evening at home feel foreign to you or bring on a sudden panic attack? This months Luscious Joys has a few ideas to help you plan your special evening with decadent romantic finger food! Don’t forget Langdon Days, July 20th thru 22nd and see all the events on page 14. We have a lot of great information in the Pet Section and an enlightened “Glossary of Horse Terms” for all you horse owners on page 24. Aleesha has made some amazing creative changes to spice up this fabulous July Issue, including all our mugs on page 11 and a glimpse on what’s coming next month on page 58. Enjoy!! Happy Stampeding and we will see you all at the Strathmore Heritage Days Rodeo!!! ~Kathryn Hartwell, Aleesha Gosling and Denise Geremia

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Great news for the financially challenged Canadian Tour, as it is being taken over by the PGA! The Canadian Tour will soon be re-branded as the PGA Tour of Canada. “This is great news for everyone,” says Tim Garbett, executive director of the Canadian Tour ATB Financial Classic presented by Telus. “Players, sponsors, fans and the venues will all benefit and the quality of the fields will improve.” The PGA loaned the Canadian Tour money last year to cover operating costs and recently met with the Canadian Tour players to outline their plan. The plan includes the Mexican Tour (Tour De Las Americas). Canada and Mexico will now be a direct feeder to the Nationwide Tour. If everything goes according to plan, there would be 10 events in Canada and 10 events in Mexico. The power of the PGA brand should increase marketing opportunities and TV exposure for the PGA Tour of Canada. “We’ve had a great relationship with the Canadian Tour,” says John Windwick, ATB Financial, VP of community and government relations. “This news could take our partnership to a new level.” A strong rumour at the Windermere Golf Club for the Canadian Tour event in Edmonton was Telus is re-thinking its partnership with the Canadian Skins Game. The skins game is getting old and tired. It’s a very expensive property for hosting and activation. TV ratings do not justify the expense. If Telus was to direct some of these funds to the PGA Tour of Canada, we could once again see Edmonton and Calgary host a yearly event. This would mean three stops in Alberta, including the Syncrude Boreal Open in Fort McMurray. The PGA Tour of Canada will be in Calgary next year at Country Hills. IGGY Update! Since we’re talking about sponsorship, I understand Scotiabank has ended its long standing relationship with CalPage 12

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gary Flames Captain Jarome Iginla. Does the major sponsor of the Saddledome have some inside information? Or maybe they are just tired of those bad TV commercials? My sources tell me that the Flames have had many discussions with Iginla’s agent Don Meehan on a contract extension, but have hit nothing but roadblock after roadblock. Does Iggy really want to finish his career as a Flame or is he just as confused as everybody else with the direction this organization is taking? If a new contract is not announced soon, the Flames may have no choice but to move their most popular player. The organization certainly can’t risk having him walk away next summer as an unrestricted free agent. If Iginla truly is part of the future moving forward, the Flames must sign their captain to a new four or five year contract extension ASAP!

Prediction Time! As a new CFL season is underway, I may as well put it in print. The Calgary Stampeders will finish in second place in the Western Conference this season. The Stamps will need to take advantage of a relatively easy schedule in the first four weeks of the season. If not, they may drop back to third! The BC Lions are the class of the Western Conference and I would not be surprised if they win 14 or 15 games. Henry Burris and the Hamilton Tiger Cats are going to be the team to beat in the East. Montreal and Saskatchewan will be on the outside looking in come playoff time.

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How many dogs does it take to change a lightbulb? Australian Shepherd: Just one, while the rest herd the property for any more light bulbs or light switches that need to be replaced. Pit Bull: As long as Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m here, nobody can change ANYTHING. Not as long as Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m around. NO WAY. Golden Retriever: It doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t matter. I will find the flashlight to find my toys and will play fetch nonstop. Rottweiler: Try and MAKE ME!! Just try it. Labrador: Oh me, me!!! Huh? Huh? Pleeeeeeeeeze let me change it! Can I? Can I? You sure you only want me to change it once? German Shepherd: Roger that. First of all, I need to see if that is truly a light bulb or a bomb. Maltese: Let the German Shepherd do it. Cocky jerk. You can fix my hair. Yes. Of course piggy tails; what else? Border Collie: Just one. And then Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll replace any wiring, check for any hazards, and let you know how long that light bulb will actually last. Weiner Dog: Yeah right. You know that I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t reach that stupid bulb! Besides, I I just canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t shut up for long enough to do it! Siberian Husky: You mean just yank it out of that ceiling and take off with it for miles without even looking back? Miniature Pincher: Why? I can still bite ankles in the dark. Jack Russell Terrier: Dude, I have cats to chase, rabbits to hunt, and make my owners play the catch-me-if-you-can game. Bassett Hound: Leave that thing off. I am so tired and sleepy and I love it when itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dark. Too much light hurts my eyes. Why do you think my eyes are so red all the time? I only slept fifteen hours today and you kept on bugging me. Chow Chow: Nope, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t change that light bulb, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t brush me, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t bathe me, and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t ever mistake me with a goofy bear. Poodle: Oh come on. Give me a break. Who wants to mess up the hair for a stupid light bulb? What if the minute I even try to install it, it burns my curls. These curls donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just happen, you know. Did I tell you I just got my nails done? Lhaso Apso: Why change it? I can still mark every corner of this house blindfolded. Beagle: Light bulb? I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sniff any light bulbs? Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the point? I will pop it again with my long barks anyway. Chihuahua: Yo quiero TACO BULB? Pomeranian: Hey, I was a chow in my past life. So donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t you dare make me do anything. Bulldog: No way Jose! Last time I tried that, I landed flat on my nose. Bichon Frisee: Let the bulldog or the pug do it. Cute dogs donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to work. Pointer: I see it. There it is. That one, right? Yep, I see it. There it is. Right there. Greyhound: I told you people that I only move off that couch for rabbits! Plain and simple. Miniature Schnauzer: Ich will gar nicht Ă¤ndern, dass glĂźhbirne. *pout* www.thenewsyneighbour.com

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-Bauer My parents call me Bauer. In order to keep from confusion, I will refer to myself in this blog as “Bauer”, but I shall state here and now – I prefer The Delta Ninja. I am 4 years old. I once WAS extremely spoiled and incredibly loved (since the baby came, I’m now chopped liver!), and even though I’m “technically” a miniature schnauzer, I have the bark of a Great Dane. Try to walk within 100 yards of me on the side walk and I will show you. My roommates like to call themselves “mommy” and “daddy.” I like to refer to them as “Employee 1” and “Employee 2.” In order to prevent any confusion, I will just refer to them as Mommy and Daddy for the purpose of this blog. Please take note: I absolutely despise it. See how much I am compromising? I was once the baby of the family. I was once more loved than any other puppy in the world. Then SHE came along. Her… with her pink outfits and super strong hands and sticky hugs… she has ruined my life. I like to make her think I like her by eating what she hands me, but I will seek my revenge. In the meantime, I will just poop as far away from them on the walk as possible. That’ll teach them. This blog is about my life, and how great it once was and how awful it is now. Case in point: Did you know I only go for three walks a day now? THREE!!!!! Sometimes I only get to go for two, or – gasp! – ONE! Sure, those are the days when it is snowing or extremely cold or raining, but it just goes to show how little I’m loved. And they make me SIT for a treat. How can anyone tell The Delta Ninja to SIT?! I do not sit for YOU, ma’am. You must sit for me! Hmm… she does have a piece of cheese… Ok, sit I shall, but I will NOT like it! Please do not laugh at this blog, as it is not funny. I am living in hell, and this is my story. Please send help. Sincerely, Bauer

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If you’re a bear, you get to hibernate. I could deal with that. Before you hibernate, you’re supposed to eat yourself stupid. I could deal with that, too. If you’re a bear, you birth your children (who are the size of walnuts) while you’re sleeping and wake to partially grown, cute cuddly cubs. And, If you’re a mama bear, everyone knows you mean business. You swat anyone who bothers your cubs. If your cubs get out of line, you swat them, too. I could deal with that. If you’re a bear, your mate EXPECTS you to wake up growling. He EXPECTS that you will have hairy legs and excess body fat. Yup... I wanna be a bear.

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1) Drop a heavy steel object on your foot. Don’t pick it up right away. Shout “Get off, get off!” while thrashing your arms above your head. 2) Leap out of a moving vehicle and practice “relaxing into the fall”. Roll into a ball and spring to your feet! 3) Jog long distances carrying a halter and holding out a carrot. 4) Affix a pair of reins to a moving freight train and practice pulling it to a halt. Lie face down in the mud in your most expensive riding clothes and repeat to yourself: “This is a learning experience; this is a learning experience…”

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* Easy to Load: Only takes 3 hours, 4 men, a 50lb bag of oats, and a tractor with loader. * Easy to Catch: In a 10x10 stall. * Easy Rider: Rides good in a trailer; not to be confused with “ride-able”. * Endurance Ride: End result when your horse spooks and runs away with you. * Hives: What you get when you receive the vet bill for your 6 horses, 3 dogs, 4 cats, and 1 donkey. * Hobbles: Walking gait of a horse owner after their foot has been stepped on by their horse. * Feed: Expensive substance used to manufacture manure. * Dog House: What you are in when you spend too much money on grooming supplies and pretty halters. * Light Cribber: We can’t afford to build anymore fencing or box stalls for this buzz saw on four legs. * Three Gaited Horse: A horse that. 1) trips, 2) stumbles, 3) falls. www.thenewsyneighbour.com

I have a Blue Jay I have a Blue Jay… I’m so excited! I have a couple of squirrels, too! Now, you’re thinking to yourself – I think she has gone squirrely! No, no – you see, the deck at the side of my home is surrounded by big, beautiful trees and after living here just one week I spotted a Blue Jay sitting on my deck railing! Well, was I ever pleased – the last time I saw one of these beautiful birds was at The Giant Cedars on my way to Vernon. I quickly ran out and bought a big bird feeder and filled it with sunflower seeds. Then, everything changed. I found out not only are sunflower seeds a Blue Jay’s favourite treat, but squirrels love them, too! Those silly little fuzzy friends hang upside down from the branch and reach their little hands into the feeder to take their share of the wealth. Now I watch from my patio doors in the morning while having my morning coffee and marvel at all the comings and goings (I love living in Strathmore). Blue Jays are quite the interesting bird. I was sad to learn they only live about 7 years – I wonder how old my Jalen (means bird of light) is? Blue Jays are monogamous, and form long-lasting bonds. The male and female both help to build the nest and the male remains with the female to feed her throughout courtship and incubation of the eggs. I’ve only seen the one bird, so my hopes are Mrs. Jalen is sitting on her eggs close by; only time will tell. Jay’s have been found to have erratic migratory patterns, as sometimes they migrate south for the winter and other years they do not. So I may have my morning guest around all winter! Good thing sunflower seeds aren’t that expensive. Thank you, Strathmore, for extending your friendly hand to us and welcoming my family to your amazing town! I know living here as my final destination is going to be a wonderful adventure. By: Kathryn Hartwell

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Last July, my focus for the Family Page was the noble horse, and as the Arabian Proverb says, “The Horse is God’s Gift to Mankind,” I have done it again! There is never enough you can say about our galloping, whinnying friends. Horses capture our imagination and our hearts. July and August have soooo many events to showcase the animal that has done more to change human history than any other domestic animal, carrying explorers to new frontiers and mighty armies to great conquests. The Calgary Stampede (July 6th – 15th), Strathmore Heritage Days (August 3rd – 6th), The 43rd Annual Reunion and Show (August 10th – 12th) at the Irricana Pioneer Acres Museum (where you will see the incredibly magniﬁcent Draft Horse Teams), The Spruce Meadows North American (July 4th – 8th) and Bar U Ranch out by Longview has a plethora of activities all summer long – just to name a few!

Studies have shown that when you interact with an animal, your blood pressure drops, feel-good hormones such as serotonin increase, and the stress hormone cortisol decreases. Even if you are afraid to ride a horse, spending time Now, if you have not seen the petting, scratching and feeding them is time well movie “War Horse,” you are spent. Through-out the magazine you will ﬁnd quite a missing out on an incredible few stables and farms who would be thrilled to hear movie. I really didn’t want to see it from you. to begin with, as I thought it was going to be one of those really sad movies, but I actually found it to be an uplifting and inspiring, “against all odds,” good-shallprevail kind of ﬂick. Take the time with your family to see this movie. For that up and coming movie night here is a list of Horse Movies perfect for the family.

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Horse Crazy (2001) Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (2002) Touching Wild Horses (2002) Virginia’s Run (2002) Big Spender (2003) Seabiscuit (2003) Straight from the Heart (2003) Young Black Stallion (2003) Hidalgo (2004) Dreamer: Inspired by a true story (2005) Racing Stripes (2005) The Colt (2005) Flicka (2006) Moondance Alexander (2007) Every Second Counts (2008)

Interesting Horse Facts •Horses do not lie down together, one stands guard for dangers •They have small stomachs and short intestines •Horses can't vomit •One front leg is shorter then the other and the mane falls to that side •Arabian horses have one less rib, back vertebrae and neck vertebrae •Horses lock their legs when they sleep so they don't fall over •Horses have close to 360 degrees all around vision •A horse’s brain is the size of a potato •A horse can poop up to 15 times a day- well that explains why barns look and smell like they do and why stalls need constant cleaning and mucking out •The ears point where they are looking •In the wild mares decide where the herd goes •Horses can interpret tones rather than words •Horses see better at night than people •A horse sees two diﬀerent images from each eye •Horses can't breath through their mouths •Their teeth till the age of 9 can determine a horse’s age •Their heart weighs 9-10 pounds The oldest recorded horse was 62 years old when he died. He was a barge horse. He lived from 1760 to 1822. That is longer then some humans live! •Talk about being sleep deprived. Horses only sleep 3-4 hrs in a 24 hr period. •A horse in Chile actually jumped an astonishing 8 feet!

Talk about being sleep deprived! Horses only sleep 3-4 hrs in a 24 hr period. A horse in Chile actually jumped an astonishing 8 feet! Spend as much time as possible with your family this summer and try something new by visiting one of your local stables – you will be happy you did! The essential joy of being with horses is that it brings us in contact with the rare elements of grace, beauty, spirit, and ﬁre. ~Sharon Ralls Lemon By: Kathryn Hartwell

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17. To avoid hitting the bumper in front of me, I struck the pedestrian. 18. My car was legally parked as it backed into the other vehicle. 19. The pedestrian had no idea which way to run, so I ran over him. 20. I was thrown from my car as it left the road. I was later found in a ditch by some stray cows. 21. I was sure the old fellow would never make it to the other side of the road when I struck him. 22. The telephone pole was approaching. I was attempting to swerve out of its way when it struck the front end.. 23. I saw a slow moving, sad faced old gentlemen as he bounced off the hood of my car.

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Actually, the title of the column this month should be ‘What’s Sweet in the World Today?”! These news stories are all pretty sweet. Dogs are amazing animals. UNBELIEVABLE: Stray Dog Runs 1,700 Km across China after Befriending Cross-Country Cyclists By Spooky on May 28th, 2012 After a cyclist gave her food during a cross-country race through China, Xiao Sa, a little stray dog with a really big heart, followed the cyclists 1,100 miles across very rough terrain. The incredible journey of Xiao Sa began on the streets of Yajiang, Sichuan province. Zhang Heng, a 22-year-old student from Hubei, was on a graduation cycling trip to Lhasa, when he saw the small dog lying tired on the street. He and his friends stopped to feed her, and the pooch started following them. At first, they thought she was just doing it for fun and would give up when she got tired, but the dog stuck with them day and night, and the guys felt she really wanted to go with them, so they decided to take her along to the end. TV Channel for Canines Proves Television Is Going to the Dogs By Sumitra on February 21st, 2012 Television in San Diego is going to the dogs. No, really. They have a new 24-hour channel that’s just meant to keep dogs company when the owners are out of the house. DOGTV was launched on Time Warner and Cox digital cable systems last week. It’s not uncommon for dogs to feel lonely when their masters leave the house, and some even wreck things out of anxiety. According to Gilad Neumann, CEO of DOGTV, there are several other behavioural issues that dogs develop due to loneliness. He says dogs experience stress too, and leaving the TV on for them could provide some comfort. So what kind of programs do dogs like to watch? Obviously, ones with other dogs. There are programs of dogs playing with balls, meant to stimulate pets, and dogs sleeping, meant to relax them. Since the concept is still very new, it’s difficult to say if pets will really be interested in the channel or not. While Neumann says that it is intended to create a soothing and relaxing environment for dogs, professor of animal behaviour Dr. Katherine Houpt thinks that the channel is not likely to be successful. She says that cats may be interested in TV, while dogs prefer the sound. Dogs don’t even want to be entertained and like to sleep when alone, according to Dr. Houpt. Chinese Hachiko Waits Outside for His Master from 9 to 5 By Sumitra on March 1st, 2012 A while back, we did this story about a dog that wouldn’t leave his master’s grave. So I wasn’t exactly surprised when I heard about Wang Cai, but the faithful dog certainly deserves a menwww.thenewsyneighbour.com

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Randy Morse is a former academic, diplomat, and businessman. He is an accomplished artist, musician, and mountaineer. He is also one of Canada’s most experienced publishers. The founder of several book and web-based publishing companies, he is a past president of the Book Publishers Association of Alberta, and a former member of the national council of the Association of Canadian Publishers. He has guided hundreds of writers through the publishing process, and is himself an author – his latest work, the wry Man Up in Ten Lessons will be released in May 2012. He is the publisher of The Newsy Neighbour’s “I Am A… Series”. Randy currently provides coaching, mentoring, and editorial support for authors through Authorcloud Author Services (www.authorcloud.com). He lives in the spectacular alpine village of Kaslo, B.C., with his wife, Janet Mayfield. Randy can be reached at randy@authorcloud.com

Off Leash Dog Parks & Jerks Go Together Like Trailer Parks & Tornadoes I live in the wilderness. Well, on the edge of the wilderness. We grow tulips expressly for the dining enjoyment of large herds of ravenous deer. Cougars ensure the only domestic cats in our village are the ridiculously fat, lazy (and, obviously, smart) ones that never venture outdoors. Bears camp out in our backyard. Seriously. One broke into a neighbor’s home a couple of years ago. He was found contentedly snoozing on his back on the living room couch, four giant paws in the air, having ripped the hinges off the fridge and helped himself to beer and cheese and jars of pickled herring. Everyone here in Kaslo has at least one dog. No need to “exercise” them here — you simply let your best friend out the front door, he chases something wild for a while, comes back eventually, et voila, Fido’s had his workout. Things are, of course, somewhat different in the city. Most urban centers, in an effort to keep dog excrement on sidewalks to a minimum, have designated offleash dog parks, where canines and their owners can enjoy some semblance of the outdoorsy existence Scout the Wonder Dog and I take for granted. I mention this because dog parks are breeding grounds for bad (usually human) behavior. If any of you are occasionally forced to spend any time in Calgary or Edmonton and choose to take your dog along, you likely know what I mean. Dog parks attract thoughtless jerks the way trailer parks attract tornadoes. It’s like some people decide that because they find themselves in a place where their out-of-control, misbehaving mutts can Page 32

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roam unfettered by leash or law, they, too, can wander around the park without concern for any of the social niceties. An hour in most off leash dog parks would be enough to make the Dalai Lama consider violence as an attractive option. I could provide you with a few tips on how to ensure you’re not part of this problem, but happily I needn’t bother — the October 2011 issue of Outside magazine has done that for me. Here are four suggestions from my pals at Outside to consider the next time you’re taking a stroll with Fang through an off leash park: Rule the Dog Park 1. DO: Address other people and say, “Good-lookin’ dog.” DON’T: Ask a dog his name. He doesn’t speak English. 2. DO: Bend at the knees during scrums to avoid serious orthopedic surgery. DON’T: Shout “He’s friendly!” as your dog barrels toward others. (“Watch out!” is acceptable.) 3. DO: Keep your dog under control. DON’T: Remark “Oh, look—they’re friends,” as your dog violently humps another. 4. DO: Scoop poop. DON’T: Vow to clean it up later. Dogs may be our best friends (Scout’s certainly right up there in my personal pantheon of pals). But sometimes I wonder if we’re very good at returning the favour.

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Stay Physically Active

With kids being out of school and all of the demands of summer knocking at your door, how are you going to find the time to stay physically active? Most of us answer with, “I’m way more active in the summer, so I don’t need to stick to my regular work out schedule.” This may be true in some cases, but the reality is that we are all super busy and this mind set can easily turn into “I’ll do it tomorrow.” Before you know it, summer is gone, Christmas is approaching and the scale says you weigh more than you did last year. Sound familiar? “But I don’t have the time to work out.” Do you have 20 or 30 minutes? Most people believe that they have to spend hours working out to achieve their fitness goals; this is simply not the case. Interval training is the best way to burn the most calories in the shortest amount of time. Hours after you have completed your work out, your body will still be burning calories. What is interval training? An interval is a movement preformed at a high intensity for a set amount of time. Depending on your goals, intervals can be strength based, cardio based or both. An example would be sprinting for 20 seconds and then walking for 10 seconds. Intervals can be performed anywhere; indoors, outdoors, fitness classes, your living room, or a hotel room. An entire work out can be completed in as little as 20 minutes! Interval training is not for everyone, but can be modified for most fitness levels. If you are not sure where to start, try taking a class at your local fitness center or enlisting the help of a fitness professional. With any new exercise program, you should always consult your doctor before starting. By: Anndee King ~ Anndee’s Fitness

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Baking Soda

Baking soda is a chemical compound that appears as a fine powder. It releases bubbles of carbon dioxide when it interacts with an acid and a liquid. It’s most commonly used in baking, where it acts as a leavening agent. The following are 40 other uses for baking soda aside from making muffins soft and fluffy. 1. Use it as an antacid. 2. Use it as underarm deodourant by applying it with a powder puff. 3. Mix half a teaspoon with peroxide paste and use it as toothpaste. 4. Use it as a face and body scrub. 5. Add a cup to bathwater to soften your skin. 6. Relieve skin itch from insect bites and pain from sunburn. 7. Remove strong odours from your hands by rubbing them with baking soda and water. 8. Put two tablespoons in your baby’s bathwater to help relieve diaper rash. 9. Apply it on rashes, insect bites, and poison ivy irritations. 10. Take a baking soda bath to relieve skin irritations. 11. Heartburn? Take a teaspoon of baking soda mixed with one-half glass of water. 12. Freshen your mouth by gargling half a teaspoon of baking soda mixed water. 13. Relieve canker sore pain by using it as mouthwash. 14. Use it to relieve bee stings. 15. Use it to relieve windburns. 16. Apply it on jellyfish sting to draw out the venom. 17. Unblock stuffy nose by adding a teaspoon of baking soda to your vaporizer. 18. Keep cut flowers fresh longer by adding a teaspoon to the water in the vase. 19. Put out small fires on rugs, upholstery, clothing, and wood. 20. Put an open container of baking soda in the fridge to absorb the odours. 21. Sprinkle it on your ashtrays to reduce bad odour and prevent smoldering. 22. Sprinkle it on your slippers, boots, shoes, and socks to eliminate foul odour. 23. Turn baking soda into modeling clay by combining it with one and 1/4 cups of water and one cup of cornstarch. 24. After feeding your baby, wipe his shirt with a moist cloth sprinkled with baking soda to remove the odour. 25. Wipe your windshield with it to repel rain. 26. Improve the smell of dishrags by soaking them in baking soda and water. 27. Suck it in with your vacuum cleaner to remove the odour. 28. Freshen the air by mixing baking soda with your favourite perfumed bath salts. Put the mixture in small sachet bags. 29. Restore stiff brushes by boiling them in a solution of 1/2 gallon of water, 1/4 cup of vinegar, a cup of baking soda. www.thenewsyneighbour.com

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Baking Soda uses continued...

30. Put it under sinks and along basement windows to repel cockroaches and ants. 31. Scatter baking soda around flowerbeds to prevent rabbits from eating your veggies. 32. Sweeten your tomatoes by sprinkling baking soda on the soil around your tomato plants. 33. Sprinkle it onto your cat’s litter box to absorb the bad odour. 34. Sprinkle it on your pet’s comb or brush to deodorize their fur and skin. 35. Use it as a substitute for baking powder by mixing with it with cream of tartar or vinegar. 36. Wash fruits and vegetables with it. 37. When boiling a chicken, add a teaspoon of baking soda to the water. Feathers will come off easier, and the flesh will be clean and white. 38. Soak dried beans to a baking soda solution to make them more digestible. 39. Remove the distinctive taste of wild game by soaking it in a baking soda solution. 40. Make a sports drink by mixing it with boiled water, salt, and Kool-Aid. The most amazing thing about baking soda is that it’s very cheap. You can do all these things for a very small cost. Baking soda is truly a miracle product, whether it’s used for baking or not. www.thenewsyneighbour.com

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Kids

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PARENT LINK

Parent Link Centers are Provincially funded to support parents and caregivers by providing early childhood development programs and services that are uniquely designed to meet the unique needs of children and families in Alberta communities. Each centre offers parent education programs, programs for young children to learn and play, information and referrals, family support services (such as lending libraries, resource exchanges, family counseling, etc.) and developmental screening to support optimal child development. Parent Link Centres are all about connecting parents to parents and resources in their home community. To access developmental screening or for information about other Parent Link Centre programs and services in S.E. Rocky View call Community Services at 403-207-7060. In Strathmore area call 403-983-0076.

AGES AND STAGES OF DEVELOPMENT NINETEEN TO TWENTY-FOUR MONTHS By Jeanette MacKay, Reprinted This is the sixth in a series of articles on child development written to help parents and caregivers recognize and understand the ages and stages of a child’s physical, emotional, social and intellectual development during the first five years. These are only guidelines as every child is unique with their own personality, learning style and family background. There are, however, some general similarities that can help you recognize the stages of development and offer a nurturing environment where your child may develop to their full potential. Kidz 1st Network Parent Link Centre also offers developmental screening so that you can monitor and celebrate your child’s progress, or access information for early intervention when this seems appropriate. Your baby is becoming a toddler and with this stage of development comes many more challenges and rewards of parenting. All children vary in their rate of development and the following stages may occur anywhere in the five months discussed here. Keep challenging your toddler as he successfully masters a stage of development but don’t expect more than your child is capable of. Praise and encourage your toddler as he tests his independence and remember that the way he learns is by doing, so offer many opportunities for him to experience new places and things. Emotionally, your toddler is developing traits such as resiliency, empathy, sympathy, caring and assertiveness. She is pulled between being independent and dependent and this may show in various mood swings and tantrums. Try to stay calm, speak in a quiet voice and give her space to calm herself if possible. Watch for signs of aggression such as biting or hitting and try to help her deal with her frustration in a positive way. Emotions can be very ‘big’ at this age and talking about them with your toddler will help her understand how she is feeling. She shows affection, returning a hug or kiss and may have a strong attachment to a toy, special book or blanket. Physically, your toddler is becoming more coordinated and is able to use his hands and fingers to perform more accurate manipulaPage 38

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tions. He will scribble and make dots on paper and copy making a line when he sees you do it. He can pick up a cup and drink on his own and use a spoon to feed himself without too many spills. He likes to take off items of clothing such as his socks, shoes, and hat. Getting him to keep a hat on may be a bit of a challenge but this is one of the times when you may want to start setting limits, “When we play outside we need to keep a hat on, when we go inside you can take it off.” Your toddler can string large beads using one hand to slide the bead and one hand to hold the string. He can ride wheeled toys by either pushing with his feet or pedaling. He walks backwards or sideways while pushing a toy and can carry a large toy while walking. He will try to kick a ball and is able to back into a chair to sit down. Intellectually, your toddler is thinking creatively and abstractly, developing a keen judgement and solving problems. She speaks using two connected words such as “more juice” and asks for help through words or actions. She will imitate new words and phrases and can name pictures of familiar objects in books when they are pointed at. She understands how familiar objects are used such as a ball for throwing and a spoon for eating and she is showing an increased memory for details and routines such as putting toys away in designated places. Socially, your toddler is interested in other children and is learning to get along with others. He is building self-confidence, cooperation and trust which will help him develop the skills needed to be part of a team and a good leader. Your toddler will play alone for a few minutes and likes to do things without help. He shows ownership of objects and still can’t share easily. “Mine” and “Me do it” may be favourite phrases. Comfort, play with and teach your toddler by providing the appropriate motor and sensory stimulation. Start setting limits such as ‘no hurting others, be gentle’ and be sure that all primary care givers are consistent. Give positive direction, “Please close the door gently,” instead of “Don’t slam the door.” Offer as many opportunities for independence as possible, allowing her to undress herself as much as she can, feed herself, wipe up spills, put clothes in drawers, and put groceries away. Use a stool by the sink so she is able to wash her hands and brush her teeth. Give choices whenever possible, “Do you want water or juice?” Establish routines so that your toddler learns to anticipate what comes next and has a sense of comfort in knowing what to expect. Take along a familiar toy or snack and talk about what you’ll be doing when going on an outing or participating in a new activity. Use stories and songs to explore emotions, new words and activities that reflect her life, e.g. childcare, the doctor, playing with others. Play parade, and follow the leader, practicing balance, crawling, jumping, squatting, walking backwards, and going over, under and through. Use various forms of music to dance to and encourage creativity. Play sorting games, talking about shapes, sizes and colours. Use a toy and a shoebox to explore concepts such as over, under, behind, and on. Offer lacing cards or large beads and string so your toddler can practice using her fine motor skills. She still likes to put things in her mouth so be sure this activity is closely supervised. Take time to see the delight in the little things such as splashing in puddles and watching the ants crawl. Let your toddler know how special she is, with expressions as “Wow, you did it yourself!” or “You are so helpful”. Take time during the day to cuddle with your toddler and tell her how much you love her! www.thenewsyneighbour.com

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What is YELL?

Youth version of Town council representing the youth population in Chestermere and SE Rockyview. Yell has the ability to inﬂuence decisions on topics and issues that are RELEVANT to youth.

YELL Council Members:

• Have a strong reputation in the community • Come from a variety of cultural backgrounds and lived experiences • Are united in their desire to make a diﬀerence.

Who is YELL?

YOUTH 12-17 yrs from: • Chestermere High School • Langdon School • St.Gabriel the Archangel • Chestermere Lake Middle School

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Have Fun • Develop Leadership Skills

Create meaningful experiences with peers, adults and the community. • Learn about local Government

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$25,000.00 For the past 6 years, the RDVA has proudly supported the

Kids CANcer Care Foundation of Alberta

raising just over $34,000.00. On August 8th at the 25th Anniversary Golf Tournament, the RVDA hopes to have raised an additional $25,000.00 goal. The Kids Cancer Care Foundation of Alberta is passionately dedicated to helping young people and their families affected by cancer survive and thrive in body, mind and spirit. Their programs are uniquely designed to meet the needs of the whole family at each stage on the cancer journey, from diagnosis through treatment and beyond. The foundation is committed to changing the course of children’s cancer by providing programs and funding in for key areas: camp, research, hospital programs and scholarship.

HOW YOU CAN HELP COLLECT donations at your own events (barbeques, staff and customer appreciation days, ect). For those collecting a $1000.00 or more, your business will be entered into a draw for one of three RVDA sponsored staff appreciation luncheons. DONATE entire by contacting the RVDA office (780) 455 – 8562 or at the Kids Cancer Care Foundation website:

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CAMPING Hurray, we’re going camping! We’ll sleep away from home. Papa will take us hiking, To places where we can roam. Up and down the hills we go, Round and round, skipping to and fro. Camping is so much fun, you know. Hurray we’re going camping!

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If it’s really warm we’ll go for a swim, Make castles and holes in the sand, Kick the ball, play at the park, Oh, this camping life is just grand. Yep, this camping life is just grand. We’ll eat hot dogs and burgers, Roast marshmallows by the fire at night. Then snuggle down in our sleeping bags, And we won’t wake up ‘til it’s light. Hurray, we’re going camping! So much to do and explore. When Nana says, “It’s time to pack up,” We’ll all yell, “No we want more!” Then we’ll turn and run out the door, Yup, we’ll turn and run out the door. We don’t want to go home, we want more.

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Hawaiian Good Luck Sign The other day I went up to a local Christian bookstore and saw a honk if you love Jesus bumper sticker. I was feeling particularly sassy that day because I had just come from a thrilling choir performance, followed by a thunderous prayer meeting, so I bought the sticker and put in on my bumper. I was stopped at a red light at a busy intersection, just lost in thought about the Lord and how good He is and I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t notice that the light had changed. It is a good thing someone else loves Jesus because if he hadnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t honked, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d never have noticed. I found that LOTS of people love Jesus. Why, while I was sitting there, the guy behind started honking like crazy, and when he leaned out of his window and screamed, â&#x20AC;&#x153;for the love of God, GO! GO!â&#x20AC;? What an exuberant cheerleader he was for Jesus! Everyone started honking! I just leaned out of my window and started waving and smiling at all these loving people. I even honked my horn a few times to share in the love. There must have been a man from Florida back there because I heard him yelling something about a sunny beach. I saw another guy waving in a funny way with only his middle finger stuck up in the air. When I asked my teenage grandson in the back seat what that meant, he said that it was probably a Hawaiian good luck sign or something. Page 42

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Well, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve never met anyone from Hawaii, so I leaned out the window and gave him the good luck sign back. My grandson burst out laughing; why, even he was enjoying this religious experience! A couple of the people were so caught up in the joy of the moment that they got out of their cars and started walking towards me. I bet they wanted to pray or ask what church I attended, but this is when I noticed the light had changed. So, I waved to all my sisters and brothers grinning, and drove on through the intersection. I noticed I was the only car that got through the intersection before the light changed again and I felt kind of sad that I had to leave them after all the love we had shared, so I slowed the car down, leaned out of the window and gave them all the Hawaiian good luck sign one last time as I drove away. Praise the Lord for such wonderful folks! www.thenewsyneighbour.com

You were born an original. Don’t die a copy. – John Mason Work for a cause, not for applause. Live to express, not to impress. Don’t strive to make your presence noticed; just make your absence felt. – Unknown You’ve got enemies? Good. That means you actually stood up for something in your life. – Eminem Apologizing does not always mean that you’re wrong and the other person is right. It just means that you value your relationship more than your ego. – Unknown

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I AM A... CARROT Hi there. My name is Caroline Carrot. While a woman is usually reluctant to admit her age, I must confess that I am very, very old (even though I certainly don’t feel it). We carrots got our start in Central Asia and the Middle East back in what laymen (and most carrots) refer to as “the Dawn of Time.” I don’t want to get into an argument with any agro-archeologists out there, so suffice to say I’m considerably older than you – hope that makes you feel better about yourself!

History To begin with we were actually rather purple in colour, sort of like an eggplant, thanks to the minerals present in the soil where we grew. In pre-Hellenic times a yellow-rooted carrot appeared in Afghanistan, where we were eventually cultivated into the orange carrot you’re familiar with today (see, Afghani farmers know how to grow something other than poppies!). While orange is by far the most common carrot taproot colour, red, white, yellow, and purple varieties do exist. Anyway, we quickly became quite popular, and because it was relatively easy to transport us we soon ended up in the Mediterranean region, where we were adopted by first the Greeks, then the Romans, largely for medicinal purposes. The fact is, our taproots, while nutritious, were pretty tough and fibrous. By the 17th century, European growers began to selectively breed us, in the process making our taproots larger and less woody-textured. Suddenly we were in demand as much because people liked our flavour and consistency as for our health benefits. As Europeans set out conquering and colonizing large parts of the world, they carried with them carrot seeds to Asia and North Africa. We first arrived in North America in the early 1800s, and were the first vegetable to be canned, I’m proud to say. Today the world’s largest carrot producers are the United States, France, England, Poland, and China.

Health On the health side of things, our bright orange colour comes from beta-carotene, which metabolizes into vitamin A in humans, an important element in ensuring good eyesight (if you want to impress your friends, family, and fellow sports fans whose teams feature orange prominently in their team colours, eat massive amounts of us and you’ll trigger carotenosis, a harmless condition that turns the skin orange – just don’t tell your mom I told you this!). Beta-carotene, by the way, also helps prevent macular degeneration and the development of senile cataracts, the leading cause of blindness in the elderly. And if you’re a smoker (please say it isn’t so!), a carrot a day could provide you with enough vitamin A to reduce your risk of lung cancer by half – one of the many nasty carcinogens in cigarette smoke (benzoapyrene) induces vitamin A deficiency in smokers – carrots to the rescue! A Massachusetts study found that people who ate at least one serving of carrots (or squash) a day had a 60% reduction in heart attack risk. In some cultures, we’re used to treat digestive problems and intestinal parasites, even tonsillitis and constipation. While I like to consider us a generally “friendly” vegetable, don’t store us with potatoes, apples, pears, or other fruit or vegetables, as this ends to make us bitter (I’m talking taste here, not emotion!). Well, as that famous carrot connoisseur, Bugs Bunny, used to say, “That’s all folks!” Enjoy the recipes! Caroline Carrot

CARROT GINGER SOUP 2 Tbsp (30mL) butter or margarine 2 stalks celery - diced 1 medium onion - diced 4 Cups (960mL) sliced carrots 2 Tbsp (30mL) flour 5 Cups (1200mL) chicken stock ¼ Cup (60mL) orange juice ¾ tsp (4mL) black pepper and ground ginger ½ tsp (2.5mL) basil 2 bay leaves In a large saucepan heat stock. Add margarine, carrots, celery, and onion and bring to a boil; when vegetables are softened, add flour. Add remaining ingredients, except pepper and ginger. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove bay leaf and purée using a food processor. Add pepper and ginger. Reheat and serve. Garnish with a swirl of sour cream or chopped chives. ~ Sent in by John Goodman

CHINESE NOODLE AND CARROT SALAD 6 medium carrots 9 oz linguine style pasta 3 Tbsp (45mL) soya sauce 3 Tbsp (45mL) sesame oil 2 Tbsp (30mL) grated pared ginger root 2 Tbsp (30mL) crushed garlic 2 Tbsp (30mL) sugar 2 Tbsp (30mL) toasted sesame seeds 8 oz water chestnuts (drained, sliced) 4 medium onions (sliced) 1 tsp (5mL) hot chilli oil Trim and pare carrots, cut into thin, long diagonal slices. Add carrots to 2 pints of boiling water, return to boil and simmer for 5 minutes until tender. Drain and flush with warm water. Bring 2 further pints of water to boil in kettle. Cut bundle of noodles once or twice across to shorten. Slip noodles into boiling water and simmer for 2 minutes. Drain and rinse. In bottom of a salad bowl combine soya sauce, sesame oil, garlic, sugar and sesame seeds. Mix to blend, then add carrots, noodles, water chestnuts, and onion. Toss well and add chilli oil to taste. Cover salad and chill at least 4 hours to let flavours develop.

ORDER FORM ON PAGE 60 Carrots contain a form of calcium easily absorbed by the body. They also contain copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorous, and sulphur. Carrots contain small amounts of essential oils, carbohydrates and nitrogenous composites. They are well-known for their sweetening, antianaemic, healing, diuretic, remineralizing and sedative properties. The carrot is an herbaceous plant containing about 87% water, rich in mineral salts and vitamins (B,C,D,E). Carrots are an excellent source of vitamin A, a good source of potassium, and contain vitamins C & B6, copper, folic acid, thiamine and magnesium. High levels of beta-carotene give carrots their distinctive orange colour.

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MY Favourite, FABULOUS, FANTASTIC AND FUN STUFF By: Kathryn Hartwell This column is one of my favourites to write because I’m able to include such a wide array of different information. Over the years, in books and magazines, and even on Oprah, I have found all sorts of information regarding “gratitude” and how living with gratitude in your life will actually change the way you feel and even change the things that happen in your life. Just take a little time every day and think about what you are grateful for – this simple act can change your life. But how can that be, you ask? Well: • Because it reminds you of the positive things in your life. It makes you happy about the people in your life; whether they’re loved ones or just a stranger you met who was kind to you in some ways. • Because it turns bad things into good things. Having problems at work? Be grateful you have work. Be grateful you have challenges, and that life isn’t boring. Be grateful that you can learn from these challenges. Be thankful they make you a stronger person. • Because it reminds you of what’s important. It’s hard to complain about the little things when you give thanks that your children are alive and healthy. It’s hard to get stressed out over paying bills when you are grateful there is a roof over your head. • Because it reminds you to thank others. The simple act of saying “thank you” to someone can make a big difference in that person’s life. Calling them, emailing them, stopping by to say thank you… just taking that minute out of your life to tell them why you are grateful toward them is important to them. People like being appreciated for who they are and what they do. It costs you little, but makes someone else happy. And making someone else happy will make you happy. If you’re interested in living a life of gratitude, here are a few suggestions: • Morning gratitude session. Take 2-3 minutes each morning to give thanks, to whomever or whatever you’re grateful for. You don’t have to do anything, other than close your eyes and silently give thanks. This one act can make a huge difference. • Say thank you. When someone does something nice for you, Page 46

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however small, try to remember to say thank you. And really mean it. • Call to say thanks. Sometimes you might think about something nice that someone did for you. Perhaps you remember during your gratitude session. When you do, pick up the phone and call the person, just to say thanks. Let them know what they did that you’re grateful for, and why you appreciate it. Even better is telling them in person. Or, send a thank you email — keep it short and sweet. • Give thanks for “negative” things in your life. There’s always two ways to look at something. Many times we think of something as negative — it’s stressful, harmful, sad, unfortunate, or difficult. But that same thing can be looked at in a more positive way. Giving thanks for those things is a great way to remind yourself that there is good in just about everything. Problems can be seen as opportunities to grow, to be creative. • Learn a gratitude prayer. There are many prayers, religious or not, that can remind you to be grateful. Find one you like, and print it out or make it your desktop wallpaper. You could write your own or find others on the Internet. Let me leave you with a prayer of gratitude that I’ve always found … well, perfect:

Be Thankful Be thankful that you don’t already have everything you desire, If you did, what would there be to look forward to? Be thankful when you don’t know something For it gives you the opportunity to learn. Be thankful for the difficult times. During those times you grow. Be thankful for your limitations Because they give you opportunities for improvement. Be thankful for each new challenge Because it will build your strength and character. Be thankful for your mistakes They will teach you valuable lessons. Be thankful when you’re tired and weary Because it means you’ve made a difference. It is easy to be thankful for the good things. A life of rich fulfillment comes to those who are also thankful for the setbacks. GRATITUDE can turn a negative into a positive. Find a way to be thankful for your troubles and they can become your blessings. ~ Author Unknown ~ www.thenewsyneighbour.com

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Mission: Sleep There are discussions ad infinitum focusing on support networks and counseling. While fully agreeing to their value, (some more than others), suppose the healing aspects of sleep are considered. Perhaps we can then interpret quality sleep as one of the prime criteria in our support network. The value of sleep is commonly underestimated and a little sleep loss is usually perceived as no big deal. Is sleep loss like running our truck with not enough air in the tires? We are (should be) aware of the effect of underinflated tires on our safety, vehicle and operating costs. Without dragging this analogy much further, (ad infinitum/ad nauseum), like a low tire we don’t pay much attention to, sleep loss can catch up to us. If medical causes of sleep loss are eliminated, take a look at your sleep support network. A mattress set is an important part of this network and is all about support. The kind of support that recognizes sleep is composed of stages (cycles) and the longer we are in a deeper sleep, the more rested we are. Some think a cloud is too hard and others think a slab of granite a little too soft. We sleep best in a position that allows our back (spine) to be naturally straighter and evenly supported along its length with extra support for the heavier areas, usually hip and lumbar regions, of our body. Most people notice that our bodies aren’t built in a straight line and sleeping on a slab of granite will leave some areas unsupported. Sleeping on a cloud – too soft – will cause us to bend where we shouldn’t. Our legs, arms and head require support that is yielding enough to allow us to be comfortable but not enough to cause stress on other parts of our body. Even the position we sleep in can have an effect on sleep patterns. There appear to be four basic positions; Side sleeper – very common and a good sleep position. Better to have slightly curled legs with possibly a small flat pillow between the knees if you have back pain. Back sleeper – fairly common and a good position (some debate). Those with back pain may want to put a small flat pillow under the back of knees. Try to minimize the angle of toe pointing – straight up is best if possible. Stomach sleeper – Try not to. It’s just bad. Possibly a very flat pillow under the stomach? Flopper – Usually falling asleep as is getting into bed. Looks something like a spread-eagle skydiver hitting the mattress. Suggest getting more sleep and a new mattress set. Your independent mattress retailer can help with information on your sleep support system and there is no shortage of information available on sleep. Even a little research can yield a lot of assistance on getting a better sleep. Just make sure the data is critically evaluated. Better than a crystal ball at helping you evaluate: read the ‘The Space Merchants’ by Frederik Pohl, ‘Celebrity…’ by Marina Hyde and ‘Is That a Fact’ by Mark Battersby www.thenewsyneighbour.com

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place. Plant material will improve the structure of the soil. If you do not clear the beds in the fall, the plant material left behind is broken down enough and can then be worked into the soil in spring. Be careful of weeds; make sure not to turn them under.

Reens Bloomers Maureen is the plant lady and has learned a

lot about them over the six years of cleaning, repotting, maintaining and caring for plants of all kinds and sizes. She also sells centerpieces and plant arrangements for gift giving and corporate functions using unique hand decorated pots and all the sprays used to care for them - all natural and chemical free. If you have a plant question Maureen is your girl. She will be sharing her expertise with us every month and expanding our awareness of the world of plants.

Chemical Free Gardening Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s getting harder to avoid pesticides, insecticides, and herbicides in our chemical world. Any fruits and vegetables we buy at the supermarket should be washed first to try and get rid of any chemicals used by the growers. Chemicals are used to help us grow bigger, better fruits and vegetables, but at what cost? Some of the chemicals used do find their way into our systems, no matter what we do.

Vegetables should be rotated. Flowers can be moved from time to time. Moving plants will help to avoid the build up of pathogens that collect around certain species. Some plants reach deeper into the soil than others, accessing nutrients from a new source. Grow nitrogen-fixing plants such as lupines, beans, or sweet peas. These plants will help the other plants to access nitrogen the chemical-free way. Avoid using chemicals as much as possible. If you use chemicals to get rid of the weeds, then you will need to use fertilizer to help the plants grow. It will become a vicious cycle. Instead, try using certain plants to attract helpful insects and repel harmful insects. Certain plants produce a natural repellent. Basil loves tomatoes, tomatoes like bee balm etc. Putting the right plants together is a good start. Building up the soil with compost and worm castings also will help.

If you have any questions please e-mail me at reThere are no easy answers. We can, however, enmac@telus.net, I will do my best to answer your watch what we put into our own gardens, for a questions in 24 to 48 hours. healthier, more natural environment. The people before us had no chemicals and yet they still managed to have healthy gardens. They learned what plant to grow beside the next. They also learned to move crops around. Planting the same thing in the same spot is not good for the plant or the land. A compost pile is good. Using plant material as green material or compost helps to give nutrients back to the soil. Returning foliage to the soil also returns phosphorus, potassium, nitrogen and a number of other nutrients that were used up as building blocks of the stems and leaves in the first Page 48

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Community Garden Are you a gardener at heart but have never had the opportunity or the space to express your passion? Are you interested in providing fresh produce for your family? This may be just what you have been waiting for! We are starting a community garden just a short drive outside of Chestermere on Highway 791. Plot space will be $50 with a $20 refundable deposit at the end of the season when your plot is cleared. Subsidies are available for those who qualify. For more information, please contact Community Services at 403-207-7060 or crcinfo@chestermere.ca.

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VEGGIE HEADS Ok, ok – we hear you. It seems more and more of our readers are looking for an alternative lifestyle of eating. For those of you who have ordered the very healthy “I AM A…Fruits and Vegetables,” I hope you are enjoying reading all about the health benefits of eating fresh produce. So, since we have started down this healthy path with the publication of our 1st book, let’s just continue on. This is our 1st article for the Veggie Heads – all the recipes, tips and facts within this new column will be for all the vegetarians in the world (including our very own Denise!).

CAULIFLOWER PIZZA CRUST

4 cups chopped raw cauliflower, 3/4 cup garbanzo bean flour, 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, 2 large eggs, 1 tablespoon dried Italian Seasoning, 1 teaspoon coarse Celtic sea salt, For the toppings: 3/4 cup marinara sauce, 2 cups shredded Mozzarella cheese, Additional toppings like onions, peppers, zucchini etc. (optional) Preheat oven to 450ºF and adjust rack to middle position. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper. Place all crust ingredients in a food processor or blender and process until pureed. Spoon mixture onto baking sheet lined with parchment paper, dividing into 4 servings. Using an spatula, spread each serving of cauliflower mixture into a 8’’ round (about 1/4’’ thick). Bake for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and spread 2 heaping tablespoons of marinara on the crust. Top with mozzarella and any additional toppings. Bake for an additional 5 minutes until cheese is bubbly and just turning golden brown.

CHEESY BEAN AND CHEESE ENCHILADAS

1/2 cup flour, 1/2 cup nutritional yeast, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 2 cups water, 1/4 cup vegan margarine, 1 teaspoon mustard, 2 (10-ounce) cans enchilada sauce, 3 (14.5-ounce) cans beans, drained (e.g., white, kidney, pinto, black), 1 (15-ounce) can olives, drained and chopped, 2 medium onions, chopped, 1/2 cup salsa (optional), 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 10 tortillas “Cheese” Sauce: In medium-large saucepan, combine flour, nutritional yeast, salt and garlic powder. Whisk in water. Heat on medium heat until bubbling and thick. Remove from heat and add margarine and mustard. Set aside 1/2 cup of the cheese sauce in separate container. Add all but ½ of the enchilada sauce, and all of the beans, olives, onions, salsa, and tomato to the saucepan; stir to combine. Coat the bottom of a 9” x 13” pan with some of the reserved enchilada sauce. Place a tortilla in the pan and lightly cover with more enchilada sauce. Spoon filling onto a tortilla, then roll the tortilla, and push it to one end of pan. Repeat until all tortillas are filled. Pour the rest of the enchilada sauce on top and spread on reserved cheese sauce. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit until brown for 30 to 45 minutes. www.thenewsyneighbour.com

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Tofu is a “cheese-like” substance made from fermented soya-beans. Tofu doesn’t really have a lot of flavour itself, but it takes on the flavour of the foods/spices it is cooked with. In North America, you can buy tofu in most supermarkets, health-food stores, as well as in Asian food stores. Many vegetarians cook with tofu, as it is a good, nutritious substitute to meat. You might hear that becoming a vegetarian will make you more prone to getting sick. This is a myth. A balanced diet, whether vegetarian or otherwise, will provide your body with all the nutrients it needs. It’s hard to know exactly what percentage of the world’s population is vegetarian, but most people would agree that this number is roughly anywhere from 5-10%. This percentage is much higher in countries such as India, where religion often dictates vegetarianism. What’s cheaper - being a vegetarian or being a meat eater? This depends on you and what you like to eat. You can buy highly specialized vegetarian food from a fairly expensive health food store, or you can buy less expensive vegetarian options from a supermarket, etc. The range of vegetarian dishes is so vast, that it is possible to accommodate every budget. India has the highest number of vegetarians in the world 200 million. The majority of vegetarians in India live in the southern part of the country. Hinduism and Buddhism both have strong traditions of vegetarianism, though neither is a “vegetarian-only” religion. Wild mushrooms, prevalent in Europe, but available in some form or other all over the world, are a great alternative to meat. They can be substituted (like tofu) for meat in all kinds of dishes. Some wild mushrooms, when battered and fried, even taste like meat. The Newsy Neighbour

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LIFE Lines This monthly column by Jody Brown, is designed

to help you make better connections and live happier lives. Sometimes we just need to ask the question. Joanne (Jody) Brown, BSW is an NLP Master Practitioner and advanced Master Hypnotherapist with a Diploma in corrections and Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work. You can learn more about NLP and hypnosis techniques on her website at www. authenticbeing.ca or contact her at 403-983-2230 or authenticbeing@shaw.ca.

So last month we received a question asking how you can improve your life when you are feeling out of balance, confused and conflicted. We discussed the importance of acknowledging the values in your life and realizing the needs that these values represent. When your internal values are not somehow acknowledged in the way you live and in the decisions you make, you can become depressed or otherwise dissatisfied in life. Your homework was to list and itemize the values that you identify as being meaningful to you in an order of importance. For example, we might state the following as our personal values important to us at this particular time in our life with #1 being the most important value: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

Family Spirituality Health Friends Career Adventure Education Creativity Finances Fitness

Now these personal values are great to determine, but unless you take it to the next step and clarify the value by representing it through an actual behaviour or activity, you won’t likely alter your life at all. So the process of taking it further will involve planning what behaviours or activities actually reflect the value identified. At this point, take each value and think up one activity that involves the value. For example, the value ‘FAMPage 50

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ILY’ has many possible angles so you need to stop and think about what activity/behaviour will make you feel good about ‘FAMILY’. Perhaps spending time together is a goal, but you have to ask yourself specifically what you want to be doing. Playing sports together as a family might work for your situation, so now decide what sport and where will you do the sport. So this is the basic process of how you will work your way through all of your chosen values. Keep being more and more specific until you answer what the activity is, where it will take place, how often it will take place and for how long. 1. FAMILY – Spending time together playing soccer in the park on Saturdays after lunch for 15 minutes every week. As you work through the list, you are stimulating your imagination and getting creative about what is really important in your life that you may have been neglecting. You owe it to yourself to spend time identifying what activities inspire you and fulfill you. You can make this a family project by involving your kids or your partner in choosing some of the activities. However, make sure YOU pick out the activities (giving them the option from your selection), otherwise if you leave the activity selection entirely up to them, you might end up playing Wii every Saturday for 2 hours and that might not necessarily fulfill your personal needs of spending time with FAMILY. Now implement one of your specific goal activities and tweak it until it becomes what you desire. Put it on the calendar and make a point of completing the activity for several trials until it becomes a habit. Notice how your satisfaction is impacted by completing this activity and keep a journal, if desired. Next month we’ll investigate further ways that our values impact our quality of life. “Once you begin to understand and truly master your thoughts and feelings, that’s when you see how you create your own reality. That’s where your freedom is, that’s where all your power is.” Marci Shimoff

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Refreshing Summer Cocktail Ideas When summer’s heat is upon us and friends and family come together for backyard gatherings, you could serve the traditional iced tea and lemonade along with basic burgers and brats, or you could mix things up with some summer fusions. Summer encourages people to experiment with bold and refreshing flavours and what better time to have fun with fusion than at a backyard barbeque? Diversity and intensity of flavours are some of the primary characteristics of fusion food and beverages. Combining, for example, exotic Eastern ingredients with Western pantry staples is a great way to try out fusion cuisine. Take your grill fare up a notch by making Mediterranean fusion burgers – ground lamb spiced with garlic, onions, oregano and thyme and topped with feta cheese. Or make a Vietnamese fusion burger with ground pork spiced with onion, coriander, garlic and hot red pepper. If your guests are feeling brave, top it with a bit of nuoc mam, a traditional Vietnamese fish sauce. The fusion trend also carries over to light and refreshing summer beverages. Vodka, a pure and neutral spirit, provides a great base for natural fruit flavours. Add a bit of sparkle to sprightly fruit and you have the perfect summer cocktail. Today, people are seeking bold new natural flavour experiences – in food, in drink and in life.

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Grapefruit Sunshine 1.5 oz. grapefruit vodka Splash of quality orange juice Add lemon-lime soda In a tall glass, pour grapefruit vodka over ice and add a splash of orange juice. Fill with lemon-lime soda and garnish with an orange or grapefruit slice. Wild Berries Spritzer 2 oz. wild berries vodka 1/2 oz. cherry juice Club soda In a tall glass, pour wild berries vodka and cherry juice over ice. Fill with club soda. Garnish with orange wheel and cherry. Polar Limeade 1.5 oz. lime vodka 3/4 oz. blue Curacao 2 oz. sweet and sour mix Top off with lemon-lime soda Mix ingredients, serve on the rocks in a tall glass. Garnish with a lime wedge.

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Monthly Book Review by Derek Donais

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My review column is in its second year with the Newsy Neighbour. Please continue to join me each month as I explore a new read. I’ve had the opportunity to review worthwhile books by many local or regional Canadian authors, as well as some great international works. As always, my passions are fantasy and sciencefiction, but I am always on the lookout for more non-fiction, especially from local writers. I hope to build on the many bright spots and successes of 2011. MetalMagic: Talisman, the revised Canadian edition, was released in November, 2011 and I’m happy to announce that the sequel, MetalMagic: Revelation, should be available sometime in February, 2012. Thanks to all those who’ve supported the Newsy Neighbour and read my reviews over the last little while—and here’s to another year filled with promise! Yours in Truth, Derek Donais

Collin Paulson Trafford Publishing, 2010 ISBN: 9781425188412 Dylan is a troubled and conflicted young boy. He’s been in and out of dozens of schools, just as he’s been in and out of foster and group homes his entire life. He arrives in Mr. Peters’ class one day without much forewarning and immediately changes the dynamics of the classroom. His new teacher finds that he is spending all of his time dealing with Dylan’s behaviours and neglecting the other pupils. Soon enough, Dylan begins to have more serious altercations with other students throughout the school and grounds. His odd behaviour and growing hostility isolate Dylan from his peers and only add to the problem. Unknown to nearly all of them, except for one student who befriends the new boy early on, is the secret fantasy world that Dylan escapes to. There, he finds himself heir to a mysterious power—Aarial—and to a mission that involves saving this imaginary realm from certain destruction. As Dylan’s troubles at home and school multiply, his parallel fantasy life becomes more dangerously complex. King Nero, his nemesis in this alternate world, begins to seek him out with greater urgency, threatening his family and other inhabitants. This fantastic story unfolds as the fabric of Dylan’s home and school life continue to unravel, with the troubled boy seeking asylum within the confines of this magical kingdom to deal with his real-world issues. Collin Paulson, author of Aarial, is a teacher in Calgary. His experiences in the classroom, and especially in dealing with students of all types, are very apparent. The book presents an excellent portrayal of how schools operate, particularly through the interactions between the students and their teacher. This novel is a good choice for children and teens who may be experiencing life challenges and, like Dylan, feel lost, alone, or disconnected. And although Dylan’s difficulties are many, he is far from a one-dimensional character and Paulson has succeeded in creating a protagonist who young readers of all backgrounds can identify and empathize with. Will Aarial offer Dylan the means to accept his situation and cope with his environment, or will he fail in his quest to save the realm? And what about his connection to the real world—is Dylan meant to have some lasting, positive effect on his classmates, or is this just another stop on his unfortunate journey? It is worth picking up this engaging, well-written young adult fantasy novel to find out.

Dylan breathed in and raised his shoulders. “In life, you will encounter villains…learn to deal with them.”— Dylan Chevalier Page 52

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Fully developed Villa backing to Golf Course! $349,900.

403-934-5533

3 Acres along Canal $639,900

Large country kitchen w/ NEW stainless appliances. Amazing landscaped yard. Large master bedr w/ hardwood floors, & ensuite w/heated floors. Walk-out basement is fully dev. 28x24 garage.

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