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Trenna Keating

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Note from our Guest Editor I am delighted to once again work with the team at PINK to bring you stories from across this wonderful province of ours. Although I was born and raised in Saskatchewan, I am always surprised at how much about Saskatchewan and the women in it that I do not know.

This month I was delighted to learn of a talented and diverse arts community in Weyburn, of the “Dead Sea of Canada”, of the palliative care ambassadors, just to name a few things. I think I may take up running, thanks to the inspiration of Lorrie Dobni.

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Weyburn, Saskatchewan. Although one of the smallest cities in the province, it is well known for its encouragement of the arts in any form or manner of expression. This thriving community has always provided a caring atmosphere for writers, artists and performers. The diverse population and their participation in various art forms is a happy result of that atmosphere.

Talented actress Trenna Keating was born and raised in Weyburn. However, in her early years, she didn’t really believe that her hometown would provide her with the opportunities she craved. At one point in grade school, it seemed to her mother Jan that this normally cheerful child was a little unhappy. Trying to get to the root of the problem, Jan questioned her daughter

was intent on being an actress. The little bit of encouragement from her mother made her determined to focus all her energy on reaching her goal. This resolve has culminated in her portrayal of Doctor Meh Yewll in the new hit series Defiance.

Some reviewers have touted Doc Yewll as a “break-out character”. In other words, one who unexpectedly catches viewers’ attention and will draw them back just to see her personal story line develop during the season.

Defiance is an epic drama that is unfolding as both an original series and a multi-platform video game. The interconnected worlds of the video game and television show grow and evolve together into one overall story. The series airs Monday eve-

“Be kind to yourself; life is damn hard if you are your own worst enemy.” carefully. Finally Trenna opened up a little and said, “I can never be what I want to be when I grow up.”

Her mother asked what she wanted to be. Trenna confessed her dream of being an actress. “She told me,” Jan recalls with a smile, “that unless the family was willing to move to California (she knew some actors came from there), her chances of being “discovered” were nil. I wanted to be the good encouraging parent so I told her that many famous people came from Canada. I mentioned Michael J. Fox and Christopher Plumber.”

Jan also recalled a girl from Weyburn who became an international opera singer (Irene Selempka). She listed any other celebrities she could recall. She helped Trenna start a scrapbook filled with articles from the Entertainment section of the newspaper mentioning any Canadian who made some level of fame in music or acting. They found books at the public library on Canadian actors.

“It did come as a blow to her when I told her that the family would certainly not be moving to California any time soon,” Jan admits. “I told her that, if she was serious about this career choice, we would provide for her education and training but she would have to do the work.”

Trenna’s parents expected their daughter’s dream of acting to fade away as so many childhood fantasies do, replaced by a more everyday goal. “I thought,” explains her mother, “that it was just an exercise in teaching her to dream but to be willing to work at a dream, to plot and plan her journey to achieve her goal.”

Little did anyone realize that this would be the only career path Trenna Keating would ever consider. Even in third grade, she

nings at 9:00 p.m. on SyFy and at 10:00 p.m. on Showcase.

With online gaming as popular as it is, the connection brought the series to the attention of many who might not otherwise watch the show, including myself. With two PS3s and two TVs in our living room, my husband and I spend many more hours gaming than viewing. The bridge between the series and the game make them both more intriguing to me, and to many others of all ages.

The concept of the show is intriguing, even if science fiction isn’t your usual viewing choice.

Defiance is a refugee camp left after a war between humans and aliens known as Votans. There are a lot of dangerous clashes between humans and aliens, military scavengers and other treacherous visitors. Doc Yewll arrived in Defiance following the Pale Wars.

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“She may truly be one (an alien), because her father and I don’t really know where she comes from sometimes! We are not that adventurous.” other war-torn areas. Eight years later, Yewll still serves as the town’s doctor. As an Indogene – a member of a technologically advanced Voltan race – she often finds her natural matter-offactness taken as a lack of bedside manner by most humans.

However, Yewll’s unflappable brilliance is indisputably one of Defiance’s greatest assets.

The actress describes her character as “blunt and snarky but also intuitive. I think,” explains Trenna, “that she’s actually quite intuitive about things and about people. There may be a softer side that she doesn’t show all the time.” In fact, the actress admits that her character may never show a softer side; this aspect of the role will only be revealed as the season continues and the saga of Defiance unfolds.

Although Trenna studied acting from the age of ten, her first “real” acting job (that first all-important paying role) was the part of Kate in Saskatchewan playwright Leanne Minogue’s play “Dry Streak” at Persephone Theatre in Saskatoon. She still treasures great memories of that time. Her first speaking role for film was in A Prairie Giant - The Tommy Douglas Story.

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and in the recurring role of Hannah Corday in Combat Hospital.

Along the way, she held many jobs in the industry in order to take care of incidentals such as groceries and rent; she was a stand-in, a background casting director, a casting assistant, a reader, a director’s assistant, and a researcher for CBC Regina.

Add in the stints outside the world of acting, and it becomes obvious that this young lady is versatile as well as determined.

“Let’s see,” she muses, “I was a barista, a server at Abstractions Cafe in Regina, a phone agent, a nanny. The list goes on; I’m sure I’ve missed a few!”

As for her role in Defiance, the actress is grateful for the opportunity. She wasn’t that well known to casting directors when the concept of the show reached the stage of assembling a cast. The part is challenging, a growth experience for Trenna in several subtle ways. For instance, she had never worked in prosthetics before; she’ll be the first to admit that it’s uncomfortable and a little stressful. Luckily, her prosthesis only covers her head and neck. However, applying it and the accompanying makeup takes two to three hours each time. Removing it is no laughing matter either. But, donning the outlandish appearance of Doc Yewll definitely helps her get into character. After

being in that costume for twelve or fourteen hours at a time, Trenna found herself experiencing unfamiliar feelings which then affected her speech and movement, as though she had really become the character.

Season one of Defiance has received impressive reviews of both the show and Trenna’s character. Her prospects are as limitless as her potential; family and friends all agree that no one deserves it more.

When asked if she had a particular view point that she would like to share with the women of Saskatchewan, Trenna Keating said, “I think it’s important to stick together. I think the people of Saskatchewan understand the importance of community in a way that we perhaps don’t always grasp as well in larger centres. Also, to young women, I would say: ‘Be kind to yourself; because life is damn hard if you are your own worst enemy’.”

Her family thinks it’s quite suitable that Trenna be cast in a role as an alien. Rather jokingly, her mother says, “She may truly be one, because her father and I don’t really know where she comes from sometimes! We are not that adventurous; we are the kind of people who just want our feet planted firmly on the ground and want to have financial security. We could never have lived a sort of ‘gypsy’ lifestyle.” Indeed, Jan seems a little amazed at how far her daughter has gone and what she was willing to risk to get there. She adds very proudly, “We support her in her endeavors and are very proud of her grit. She keeps surprising us all the time and we love the woman she has become!”

Ironically enough, Trenna’s parents recently purchased a winter home in California. The talented young actress is pleased to visit there when she has a chance to take a break from the brutal Canadian winters Toronto has seen over the years.

Her heart remains true to Canada and all things Canadian.

When she is not busy with the set, the rehearsals and the make-up department, Trenna likes spending her time outdoors hiking and camping. In spite of her childhood fears, her career opportunities have materialized here, first in Saskatchewan and then in the East. Her days fly by as she explores other passions, including writing plays, cooking, playing Scrabble and Settlers of Catan and, of course, dancing in her living room.

As her character’s unflappable brilliance is indisputably one of Defiance’s greatest assets, Trenna’s enthusiasm and unflagging determination has been a tremendous assets to this effort, and to anything she tackles in the future.

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What else can you, as an investor, learn from tree planters? For one thing, be aware of how they keep their orchards healthy. By providing proper irrigation and disease-prevention measures, they help their trees stay on the long path toward maturity. Similarly, you need to nurture your investment portfolio by continually providing it with the financial resources it needs to stay “healthy.” During periods of market volatility, it can be tempting to take a “time out” from investing — but if you do, you’ll miss out on the potential growth opportunities that may follow. Since no one can really predict the beginnings and endings of either “up” or “down” markets, you’re better off by staying invested. Also, just as horticulturalists take steps to keep their trees from being subject to disease, you can keep your portfolio in good shape by periodically “pruning” it of investments that no longer meet your needs.

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A Day In The Life Of

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When her alarm goes off at 5:30 a.m., Carla Carlson, a partner at the Swift Current law firm of Nimegeers and Carlson, gets up and heads off to the gym to train with a friend for a race they plan on entering later this month. A self-described “morning person”, she’s usually home just before 7:00 a.m. to join her husband in the daily morning routine of packing lunches and backpacks to get their two daughters ready for school. She is behind her desk by 8:10 a.m.; that’s when her work really begins.

“My hair’s not always perfect,” laughs Carlson about her rushed mornings, “but hopefully everything is on and in the right spots.”

From behind her desk, in the busy law offices that she runs with her law partner, who is also her father, Carlson tasks herself with tackling a wide variety of cases. They range from corporate to commercial, residential purchases and farm deals, matrimonial cases and everything in between. On top of that, she also spends time each month working pro-bono cases for those who can’t afford a lawyer. Carlson enjoys this aspect of her career immensely. It is one that returns her to her roots as a social worker, where she once worked in the capacity of a child welfare worker, crisis intervention worker, private counsellor and community programmer.

“It’s not a huge leap from one to the other, really,” insists Carlson.

“Law is very much about social work. As a lawyer I’m still problem solving, only now in a different way.”

“My social work career allowed me to work with people from all walks of life,” continues Carlson. “The skills of how to interview, how to talk to people in crisis and how to deal with conflict management are all equally important skills for a lawyer to possess. I think my social work degree really adds value to my clients, and allows me to be there for them as another support system.”

This type and level of support comes naturally to Carlson. It proved of benefit to her own family when tragedy struck in 2008.

A Family in Crisis In January 2008, Carlson’s mother, a healthy active woman who ran her own busy accounting practice, experienced a fall that hurt her back and required countless visits to chiropractors, massage therapists and family doctor. Busy with the stress of tax season, it wasn’t until May of that same year that Carlson says the reason for her mother’s continued discomfort became apparent. An aggressive and untreatable form of cancer had invaded her body. After calling the family in to deliver the devastating news, doctors were able to do nothing but to send the family 14 |

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home to prepare for the end.

“There were no options for her, for anything,” says Carlson. “So immediately my social work skills kicked in and my first call was to the Palliative Care line here in the Cypress Health Region.”

Unfortunately for Carlson and her family, at that point in time the program was not active. So, with little choice in the matter, Carlson and her brothers stepped in to become their mother’s palliative care coordinators and advocates.

“It was my mother’s wish and very important to her that she be allowed to die at home,” says Carlson. “My brothers and I instantly began to work on creating a palliative care environment and learning what we needed to do.”

From attending to pain management, right down to learning about the effects of all the different medications, Carlson and her family also needed to deal with all the practical matters of finding a hospital bed and making the necessary safety changes to their mother’s home. At the same time, they still had all the responsibilities of their own families and careers. For Carlson, this also meant taking over the majority of her father’s cases in their shared law practise.

“We didn’t have a lot of time to make decisions, and we needed help,” says Carlson. “Mom required 24 hour care. I reached out to the homecare people here to put that in place.”

Carlson also reached out to her extended family and friends who, in the “good ol’ Saskatchewan way,” says Carlson, stepped up to help the family through their difficult time.

Carlson’s mother lived for only five short weeks from the date of her diagnosis. This time was gruelling and extremely difficult.

However, Carlson says it was also incredibly special.

“I have many memories from that time. My mom got to experience what palliative care professionals call ‘the good death’, a peaceful and pain free experience with her family and the people that she loved around her.”

Afterwards, realizing that not everyone who goes through similar circumstances has the level of knowledge or resources that she was able to pull from her social work background, Carlson knew that she had an obligation to serve. She wanted to make things better for others who were faced with a similar situation.

“Obviously there’s enough for families to deal with; they don’t need to try and figure out how to coordinate all this care themselves,” says Carlson. “So when I was able to, I joined the board of the Saskatchewan Hospice Palliative Care.”

Making a Difference Carlson serves as the president of the Saskatchewan association, as well as on the executive of the Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association. She notes that while there have been advancements in the palliative care programs in Saskatchewan, the difference between bigger centres like Saskatoon and Regina and the smaller communities, and the challenges faced in rural centres, shows that they still have a lot of work ahead of them.

“We’re starting to see it as more of a priority for the health authorities here in Saskatchewan, and indeed across the country,” says Carlson. “The statistics tell us that it needs to be a priority. In 2003, 4.6 million Canadians were 65 years of age or older. This figure is supposed to double in the next 25 years. We need to get on the ball with this.”

With rural challenges requiring more creative solutions, Carlson says that, while it’s not feasible to expect the exact same sort of services that you would have in the larger cities to exist in smaller centres, the association’s role is to try and educate the service providers, provide support to them, and to try and link all the health regions so that they can be sharing resources.

Palliative care is a problem that Carlson says exists across the country, in every province.

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Thanks to the efforts of Carlson and her team, supports, even those already in existence, are now more easily accessible for families in crisis. On a national level, Carlson’s work was recently recognized with the awarding of the Queen’s Jubilee medal in October 2012, in a ceremony that took place in Montreal.

Now, as president of the Saskatchewan Palliative Hospice Care Association and the listed contact on the association’s website, many days in the life of Carla Carlson include phone calls from anguished family members looking for direction and support. She is only too happy to provide both, having once been in their shoes.

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Function was as important as form in Mid-Century designs, with an emphasis placed specifically on targeting the needs of the average family. Examples of residential Mid-Century modern architecture are frequently referred to as t he California Modern style.

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MonochroMatic at saskatchewan Fashion week

By Sara Lindsay

Saskatchewan Fashion Week has come and gone for another year. Each day offered a wide variety of clothing design, music, food, drink, photography, videography, hair and makeup design, stunning models, and of course, our hilarious and gorgeous host, Amy Matysio.

As makeup coordinator, it was my job to bring together the backstage team that would create and execute the looks to complement the designers’ collections. With such a vast range of designer esthetics, that task was a welcomed challenge.

With the help of my fellow key artists, Caitlyn Dixon, Tamsen Rae and Holly Decker, the looks for every show were designed with each collection in mind. The support team recreated these looks. The assistants kept us all organized, making sure we had what we needed to do our jobs. We had a powerhouse team again this year; it was a pleasure to work with these talented ladies amid all the ‘organized chaos’ backstage.

I acted as key artist for Saturday night. I decided to create a monochromatic look to keep the faces looking fresh, sculpted and warm in hopes of complementing each unique designer.

Our sponsor this year was the innovative and very generous Ellis Faas Cosmetics. Using the E105 Creamy Eyes, I sculpted both the eyes and face while adding a dash of metal to the centre of the lid, which added a surprise flash of light with every blink of the eye. I featured an ultra shaped brow and exaggerated the length of them to create a strong and recurring anchor to the face. After curling the lashes, I used Ellis Faas black mas-

cara to build them to appear voluminous and velvet in texture.

On the lip, I simply used Ellis Faas S203 concealer to almost ‘erase’ the lip altogether. I created a matte finish and allowed the contouring of the eyes and cheekbones to stand alone. After melting the Skin Veil Foundation into the skin for a flawless and creamy finish, I highlighted the high planes of the faces including the brow bone, cheek bone, bridge of the nose and cupids bow. I used extreme highlighting to create a plastic-like appearance, which was also continued onto the bodies.

A monochromatic look is very flattering for every day. It can be worn in many different ways by all women. It creates a subtle and simplistic beauty which can be achieved not only with minimal products, but minimal time - a definite must for today’s busy woman.

I’d like to congratulate my dear friend and PINK magazine contributor, Riley Lawson, for winning the Emerging Designer Award for Saskatchewan Fashion Week 2013.

For more in depth information, I offer private makeup lessons at my studio.

Sara Lindsay Makeup Studio is now open at 3420 Hill Avenue in Regina. I would like to welcome Melissa Mark to the team. As Hair Director, she offers full Aveda hair services in studio. www.saralindsay.ca | info@saralindsay.ca | (306) 347-7829 Photo (Below) -Danielle Charpentier, Makeup Design-Sara Lindsay, Hair-Redken Canada/ SFW Team, Signed Models-Edge Agency, Hats/ Wardrobe Styling-Sova Designs

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About the artist...

Originally from Canada, and having spent many years of her career in the United Kingdom, Sara Lindsay is a professional makeup artist, with training from some of London’s top fashion academies. Having had the opportunity to work with some of Britain’s top artists, Sara brings an edge to her hometown of Regina.

Sara’s professional experience includes runway work, editorial spreads, compelling commercial campaigns, weddings and special event clients. London Fashion Week and The London Clothes Show are just some of the highlights of her career. Sara was named Canadian Makeup Artist of the Year at The Mirror Awards 2011 and most recently was named a finalist for 2012.

Sara’s successful freelance career, which complimented her time as a regional associate with MAC COSMETICS UK, gave her valuable experience in working closely with clientele to consult and direct their transformation to the extraordinary.

In a consultative style, Sara works to achieve a look that is uniquely your own.

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We have so many great local retailers here in Regina. Over the course of Saskatchewan Fashion week, I realized even more how lucky we are to have access to some incredibly gorgeous garments! I want you all to fall in love with them as I have so here is a list of a few favourites.

Uforia Muse 13th Avenue Carlene and Shalene had been running the Uforia store for a while before the addition of Muse to the other side. I’ve always loved both sides of their fashion forward street-wear and gorgeous dresses but meshing the two together during their Fashion Week set made me really fall for all they carry. If you need a dress for a party, they’ve got it. If you need a fun necklace to pair with your vintage tee and ripped jeans, they have that too.

Go for: Great tops, feminine dresses, unique accessories, fashionforward pieces.

Coda Clothing & Shoes Albert Street (at 15th Ave) The staff at Coda call themselves a family and they make everyone that walks through the door feel that way too. I’ve always had a connection to the people of Coda and the lines they carry. The owner, Colter Wood, has always been supportive of the local talent - carrying locally designed lines before others.

They’re mostly known for their street-style clothing and footwear but they are so much more. The store showcases blouses, denim, cotton tees, footwear, accessories, and bags.

Go for: the perfect shoes, great denim, amazing customer service.

Stella & Sway Boutique Scarth Street Mall S&S has a great online presence – offering their fans a shopping experience via Facebook simply by commenting on the item you’ve fallen in love with. The owner, Karey, believes in fashion education and both her and the Stella team, offer their knowledge consistently online and in store. Stella & Sway carries a variety of collections from europe, Canada, USA, and Australia. They also carry accessories, shoes, and purses.

Go for: Versatile pieces for work and play, well made clothing, fashion education and styling tips.

Pure Clothing Quance St e Pure has a little bit of everything, which makes it a great stop for both men and women. They carry premium denim, comfy cotton tees, great workplace dresses, and even suits and separates for men and women. Sarah nichols and her sister, Janelle, can be found smiling in store every single day! Those two girls are so sweet and helpful – they make you want to go back again and again.

Go for: When you’re with a few others and you can’t all agree on where to shop – go to Pure because it has something for everyone.

Queen V Fashion House broad Street I loved Queen V from the moment I heard about the concept behind it. I remember my first time in the store – I was greeted by the owner, Fallon, and knew pretty quickly that we shared a similar passion. The store hasn’t even been open a year but the concept is as concise as a store that has been open for years. The buying and merchandising is so well done and caters to the fashion forward woman. QV has amazing dresses, gorgeous blazers and blouses, fashion-forward tops and bottoms and fab accessories.

Go for: Fashion accessories, dresses and a friendly face every time you walk in!

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Hot Hair Tips To Get You Through This Summer

By Joy Amistad from Visions Salon and Spa, Saskatoon

Gone are the days of the sleek, straight, lifeless hair. Hello beach waves, funky texture, and playful looks. There are better things to do in life than spend countless hours in front of the mirror.

Go outside and enjoy the sunshine! Here are some quick tips to ensure that you look stylish this summer and help you tame that mane.

Beach waves: If you have a natural wave, kink or curl this look is the best for you. You already have the natural movement in your hair, so let your hair do the work. Apply sea salt spray scrunched into your hair mixed with hydrating oil to control the frizz. Sea salt spray helps replicate the light, textured waves your hair can develop while at the beach, without actually having to visit the shore. Leave your house with damp hair and let it air dry. Easy, quick and simple! Remember though, to avoid running your fingers through your hair once the style is set. If your hair is dry and you continue to put your hands through your hair, you’re breaking down the product and creating frizz! Don’t mess with a good thing girls.

might even have braided embellishments. Get yourself some bobby pins that match your hair color and away you go!

The great thing is that you’re not alone in this big, bad hair world.

If your lost and feel like a dummy when it comes to your hair, the internet is just at your fingertips. There are tons of easy to do tutorials on YouTube that can help you with step-by-step instructions to achieve a certain look. Also, feel free to email me at joy.visionssalonandspa@gmail.com if you have any hair questions.

Remember ladies, the most beautiful thing a woman can wear is confidence! Your hair is just an accessory to your own beauty.

Do not let your hair define you; you define you. Happy Hair Days!

Simple up styling: Tight, structured styles are no longer necessary. Soft looks are what you want to achieve. An up-style is great for everyday life or even more fantastic for special events.

Have fun with braids and twists. The great thing is that anything goes now days. Have your hair half up, half down, pulled to the side or even in pigtails. Yes, I said even pigtails; I don’t mean to replicate your elementary styles of tight pigtails on the top of your head supported by butterfly clips. I mean loose, low pigtails that

Joy Amistad is a passionate hairstylist who originated in Vancouver and has continued to develop her talent by further training not only in Vancouver, but as well as Las Vegas, New York, Orlando, Miami and is now residing in Saskatoon. Her extended training has furthered her knowledge in precision cuts, hair colours and up styling. Hair is a fashion industry that is continually changing and growing; she truly values the importance of continually upgrading and enhancing her skills. She doesn’t believe hair dressing is just a job, it’s her passion. Joy is a stylist at Visions Salon and Spa in Saskatoon.

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Zanzibar

A Place You’ll Never Want to Leave

By Dale Strawford

Photos by Michelle Strawford Some places capture your heart before you ever set foot there.

I’m not really sure how that happens. It starts as a dream, becomes an idea, and then transforms into a love affair.

The new – on every corner men enjoying the traditional Swahili board game of Boa. The magnificent – the ornately carved wooden doors on almost every home.

There are very few places left in the world which hold the romantic allure of yesteryear, places back in time when things were just different. Remote and disconnected, Zanzibar is one of those places. The name just drips mystique and captures your imagination without you having a clue about where it is or what you might do when you get there. When my wife excitedly spoke the word ‘Zanzibar’, it immediately took hold of me and became a place I just had to go.

Stone Town’s history as a major trading center in the Indian Ocean, built upon lucrative trade in ivory, spices (cloves, nutmeg and cinnamon) and, unfortunately, slaves brought great wealth to this area. It was reflected in the buildings decor and homes. Although the ancient streets and buildings clearly show their age, the fabulous doors, once a way for homeowners to display their wealth or social standing, are reminders of past greatness. Stone Town’s influence has long since faded in the region but it is still a fascinating place to spend a few days. The Seyyida Hotel and Spa is highly recommended for your stay.

The hotel and its rooms provide the feeling of sultan-like luxury.

The rooftop restaurant is an outstanding place to enjoy supper.

Zanzibar Island, known locally as Unguja Island, is part of an archipelago of several islands off the coast of the African country of Tanzania. It takes a strong sense of adventure to invest the time and energy to get to such a far flung location. Tanzania’s gateway city is Dar Es Salaam. A short 15 minute flight gets you into Zanzibar Town, which holds within it the historic Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Wandering the narrow streets of Stone Town is a real treat. Like Venice, it’s ok to get a bit lost and just stumble upon the strange, the new and the magnificent. The strange – two crying, but smiling boys who had chopped an enormous pile of onions for a restaurant.

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On the east coast of the island lies the tiny village of Jambiani, a place I can say is the best place I have ever travelled to. My family and I stayed at the Raha Lodge. We enjoyed its spacious oceanfront location and were fortunate enough to have the entire villa to ourselves. I remember being blown away by the view upon arrival. The colour of the ocean was a blue unlike anything I have ever experienced.

Too small to have a vibe, Jambiani is quiet and relaxed. This is reflected in its people. You can walk for miles along the beautiful beach. There will be those who try to sell you their wares. They will leave you alone after they have spoken with you once. The decided lack of tourists makes the experience all the more enjoyable. The sand is soft and white. The tides produce a view you will never see anywhere else – seaweed farms.

Aquaculture on the eastern coast of Zanzibar employs 25,000 people. It is an important source of income on the island. Planted in the shallow and warm waters, the seaweed takes several weeks of growth to be ready for harvest. The sea literally disappears at low tide to reveal a massive swath of seaweed gardens and marooned boats. Women harvest it and haul it back to shore in bags for drying, later to be sold for use in medicines, cosmetics and preservatives. It is noteworthy that this activity is not entirely conducive to the typical sun and sand tourism. That’s what makes it great – it’s different. Locals are benefitting from the sea instead of just a hotel chain. From experience the seaweed farms are of little issue to those who want to enjoy the sea. You are only in the water when the tide is up anyway. It doesn’t interfere with your fun in any way.

ing. Our boat captains singing traditional songs such as Jambo Bwana was a real treat. It brought big smiles for everyone.

My wife, Michelle, celebrated her 40th birthday in Jambiani and my son, Trey, his 4th. Each received a warm reminder that people are often the reason to return, no matter where you go. Our chef and guide made a birthday cake for them; it was far from typical. The first step was acquiring eggs from the market, which, in reality, was some very small shops scattered about the village. In the end, he succeeded by knocking door to door until he found 3 eggs necessary to make the cake. Trey was given a beach toy set for this birthday. Before we left we asked him if he would like to give them to some local kids he had played with during the week because they didn’t have very much – he emphatically said yes and personally delivered them. The children left a lasting impression on my wife and I during our time there. It was wonderful that our children felt the same – they also gave away some of their books. We made connections and many lasting memories.

Jambiani enabled me to be a more adventurous traveller and dive into my surroundings. While it offered humble amenities, its cup was overflowing in cultural wonderments and beauty. It is a place I dream of returning. A place where I know I must go back to. A place I am happy to share.

The seaweed benefits from the bathtub-like warmth of the Indian Ocean and so can you. This water is without a doubt the warmest ocean waters you will find anywhere. It is so pleasurable to swim and play in and has no comparison. The warmth, the blue and the dhow sailboats made us return to the sea again and again. We were fortunate to spend several afternoons out on the ocean in a dhow sailing and snorkel-

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Know your “Advisor” By – Gisele Gherasim, CFP, FDS Do you know who is providing your financial planning advice? In Canada, there is very little regulation on using the titles “financial advisor” or “financial planner”. These titles are not legally defined terms and it is important that you, the consumer, know who is providing your financial planning advice and if their qualifications are able to meet your needs.

R.F.P. is granted by the Institute of Advanced Financial Planners to financial planning professionals who demonstrate, through a variety of benchmarks, their competence and ability to apply their knowledge in the practice of personal financial planning. The key differentiations for R.F.P.s is that they must present a financial plan for peer review and attest that they indeed are engaged in the provision of financial plans.

Though an individual may be an expert in product advice, holding a license to sell mutual funds, securities or insurance through a provincial regulator does not necessarily equal the qualifications to provide comprehensive financial planning guidance.

There are other financial services designations that offer professional aptitude in more specific areas of financial planning or financial advisory services. Some are: C.L.U. (Chartered Life Underwriter): a specialist with a focus on estate planning and application of personal insurance FDS (Financial Divorce Specialist): a specialist in the evaluation of the division of assets in divorce planning C.F.A. (Chartered Financial Analyst): a specialist in investment analysis and portfolio construction

A financial planner is an individual who has committed to the professional standards of competence, ethics and practice that a professional designation provides.

CFP and R.F.P. professionals abide by strict codes of conduct and ethics and both have on-going educational criteria.

The Certified Financial Planner (CFP), founded in 1995, is an internationally recognized designation that is regulated by the Financial Planning Standards Council. A CFP designation is the most common financial planning designation and CFP professionals must meet education, examination, experience and ethics standards.

Ask questions of your financial planning professional. What education and professional experience do you have? How are you paid? Do you pursue continuing education? Do you carry liability insurance? Are you limited to the products and services of only one firm?

The Registered Financial Planner (R.F.P.) designation is not as immediately recognizable however it has been the hallmark of financial planning in Canada since 1987. The

It is your financial future and well-being and you should be cognizant and confident of the quality of financial planning guidance you get.

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In the Spotlight Lorrie Dobni

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era, such as aerobics. “I was a fair weather runner,” she admits, “running only in the summer and not on days when it was too hot.”

Dobni became a registered nurse, married and had two children.

When her boys were toddlers, she went to a gym in Saskatoon that provided daycare for mothers wanting to exercise. That’s when she truly became serious about running. Beginning with twenty minute runs on the treadmill at the gym, she eventually ventured outside for longer runs. Enjoying the pastime more and more, she joined the Brainsport Running Club and ran with them twice a week.

Since many running club members compete in marathons or races, that was the next logical step for Dobni. She signed up for the Mother’s Day 5K event. Terrified that she wouldn’t finish, she surprised herself by coming in second in her age group. Now she was ‘hooked’.

“I remember watching the Saskatchewan Marathon later that year,” Dobni recalls, “and I felt inspired. I thought to myself, if they can do it, so can I.” Dobni trained and ran the half marathon the next year. A year after that she completed her first full marathon in New Zealand. Why New Zealand? In the back her mind lingered that fear that she might not finish. “I thought if I ran somewhere where I didn’t know anyone,” she confesses, “it would be OK if something were to happen and I didn’t finish… but I did.”

Many marathons later, Dobni’s record of accomplishments is impressive and includes three Ultra Marathons (50km) as well as the famed Boston Marathon. In a class of its own is the Mount Everest Marathon (the highest marathon in the world) where the start line Everest Base Camp, Nepal at an altitude of 17,800 feet - is more difficult to get to than the finish line.

Growing up in a small (very small) town, Lorrie Dobni never expected running to become a significant part of her life. In high school, she was a member of the track team. However, in a small rural school, this really meant getting enough girls together to enter the annual “track and field meet”. The meets were a regular event in most provincial school divisions, with small towns competing against one another sometime in the spring. There was little formal coaching and competitors trained for just a few weeks before the track meet.

“This kind of training resulted in a very painful racing experience,” Lorrie explained. “I do remember liking the longer distances even then; I believe my thinking was that the longer the race the slower I could run.”

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When Lorrie Dobni discusses running, her passion and excitement come through clearly. Her enthusiasm has convinced others that running can be fun. Her involvement in the running community helps her set a good example of leading a healthy lifestyle. This is something she believes in strongly. As current president of the Saskatoon Road Runners Association, she encourages people of all levels to get involved in a running club and stresses that walking and running can be done at any age or fitness level.

“Any effort at all is better than sitting on the couch,” declares this active woman. “It can be scary to take that first step to join a ‘running club’ but there are so many benefits. Not only will they improve their running, they will gain confidence and meet so many great like-minded people. It really can be a social sport.” Since building a good social network is as important to good health as being active, a running club really offers a win/win situation.

The Saskatoon Road Runners Association (SSRA) is a non-profit organization, which began in the mid-1970s at the height of the nation-wide fitness awareness program “ParticipAction”. The SRRA has a proud history of organizing first-rate events, including one of the longest running marathons in Canada, the Saskatchewan Marathon. Several years ago the Association introduced the Mara-

fun for Kids program to help school-aged children safely training for a marathon over an eight week period. During that time frame they log a marathon distance of 42.2 kilometres. Then they cross the finish line at the Saskatchewan Marathon.

“Kids are easily influenced,” explains Dobni. “It is important is to get them interested in something long term.”

Working part time as a Registered Nurse at the Royal University Hospital allows Dobni time for a well-rounded life. She fits in many activities besides being president of the Saskatoon Road Runners Association and on the Saskatchewan Marathon organizing committee. Married with two grown sons in University, she loves eating out with family and friends. “They always tease me about how runners have ferocious appetites.

They also think I am a little crazy that I like to turn in early on a Friday night so I can wake up by 6 a.m. for a run.”

Some days, when Dobni runs ‘just for relaxation’, she takes the Meewasin Trail that winds along the river (yes, even in the winter). “The scenery is so beautiful and I feel very close to nature,” she says. “I don’t have to think about how fast I have to run or how far and that makes it relaxing. It takes my mind away from anything that is happening at work or at home.”

Above all, Lorrie Dobni likes to emphasize how easy it is to become, and remain, a runner. The sport is flexible; you can take it anywhere.

Her passion becomes obvious when she describes this aspect.

“You can run when you are on holidays. You can even turn your races into holidays. You can run all year around. You don’t have to

be an elite runner to make the team. There is always a group of people that will run at your pace; you just have to find them. You can feel comfortable getting away from it all and run alone. There is no shame in running solo; some people prefer it.

There are very few rules when it comes to running.

You meet many interesting people from all walks of life. When you put on your running shoes, you are a runner. It doesn’t matter what your day job is.”

The SRRA reflects and emphasizes many of these same beliefs. It relies strictly on volunteers to accomplish its goals. Some of those goals are to ensure that Saskatoon area citizens and visitors can find events, workshops, training sessions and venues to help them progress at their own pace, in every sense of the word. Their website http://saskatoonroadrunners.wordpress.com is a great starting point for a beginning runner. It is also a comprehensive resource for anyone involved in the sport, providing information on all the details above, as well as news of the running world and social activities that will bring runners into contact with others of the same interest.They hope to “activate” as many people as possible to run or at least become more physically active.

As for Lorrie Dobni, there’s no doubt in anyone’s mind about her being a runner. “Running gets under your skin. You really feel like something is missing if you don’t run for a day or two,” she says. Her goal is to stay fit until she’s very old; her involvement with the SRRA is certainly helping her achieve that goal, even as she helps the Association and its members achieve theirs.

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Discover Saskatchewan

Have you ever wanted to become an explorer in your own province? Even your own town or city? Join along and discover special spots in Saskatchewan that satisfy your tourist urges.

Written and Photography by Jenn Smith Nelson

The perfect place to relax, rejuvenate and reminisce.

There aren’t many places in the world that could boast they have a lake with minerals possessing therapeutic properties proven beneficial for the skin and body.

Surely there aren’t many places on this planet where one can feel completely weightless. Unless of course you are an astronaut who gets the opportunity to defy gravity, the chances are you may have never experienced this feeling.

Really, there couldn’t be too many places where even ‘a goat could float’.

Manitou Lake

Surprisingly enough, all of these places do exist in one spot: Manitou Beach, in Southern Saskatchewan. Unique to the Western Hemisphere, Manitou Lake is one of only three places in the world with such incredible properties.

After hearing so much about this remarkable lake, also known as the “Dead Sea of Canada”, I needed to check it out. At the time of my visit the lake was still incredibly frigid so I decided to do my testing indoors at the Manitou Springs Resort Hotel & Mineral Spa, which, conveniently, was where I was staying.

The water may have brought me to the area but it wasn’t the only gem I uncovered. In fact, I was surprised by how much the area offers especially in terms of rest, relaxation and rejuvenation.

After spending a weekend in the Manitou Beach area and its neighboring town Watrous, I discovered that it’s a great spot for downtime. So if the mood strikes, take a break and escape city life for a while for some serious R & R. Here are a few of my suggestions.

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Get in the water. Whether it’s in the actual lake or within the comfort of the warmed resort pool, it tops the list for relaxation. Nothing beats feeling like you can fall asleep floating. Really. Nothing.

I have never been much of a floater but it is really true what they say, you float without effort. Now the goat theory on the other hand, I would like to see tested.

Three things you should know before entering the pool: One, take a mint in with you. The taste of the water tends to stick with you if you ingest. Secondly, don’t be alarmed by the ‘golden’ colour of the water, it’s just filled with all those amazingly beneficial and therapeutic minerals, remember? And third, if you have an open cut it can sting a bit. Don’t worry. The minerals will do their magic and speed up the healing process. Most of all, enjoy, relax, lay back and let the water take you where it will.

If you prefer the Zen of the outdoors, Wellington Park is a great little spot to go for walk and do some daydreaming, while listening to chirping birds and the flowing stream of the creek. Or one can simply sit on the bench and read a good book. It’s also the perfect spot to gather with your friends and family for a picnic and perhaps even cook a pizza in the recently built Doukhobor Oven.

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A visit to the Village Perk which is directly across the street from the resort hotel, is a peaceful way to start your day. Get your morning dose of java, eat some brekky and shop in-store for some collectibles. This cozy retro outfitted cafe is stocked with home-made goodies and offers an unbeatable view of the lake.

Still in need of serenity? Manitou Springs Resort Hotel has a spa within the hotel that offers traditional treatments featuring salts and muds harvested directly from the lake.

Although admittedly mid-treatment I may have resembled a swamp creature, it was fun taking muddy to a new level.

If you are feeling well rested and ready for some activity, you’ll be happy to learn that there are ample ways to enjoy yourself that may also lead to some reminiscing.

Manitou Beach does nostalgia right. By right I mean they’re smart enough to keep their drive-in theatre around. Although it’s an antiquated way of watching a movie these days there are many that still love it, including me. Plus, I really appreciate the legroom my van has to offer compared to movie theatre seating. An added bonus to the drive-in site - it doubles as a flea market on Sundays in the summer.

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If you’re looking for a place to swap stories and bring back youthful memories, visiting Danceland is a must. This historically significant dancehall is one of the last remaining in Canada. The floor is massive floor at 5,000 square feet, and it is built on top of horse tail hair! You heard me right - horse tails. It allows for the floor to be more forgiving on the feet.

Rumor has it that Danceland has hosted some very famous musicians over the years. It is said that Elvis and Buddy Holly once graced the stage. While there, be sure to visit the hitching post upstairs and take note of all the people who cite Danceland as the starting point (or culmination point with marriage) for their relationships.

It truly is a special place for many for many because it easily evokes feelings of nostalgia.

It brought me back to the many Saskatchewan weddings I’ve attended, where as a child, I loved to do the chicken dance.

Also, with 99 per cent of the music being played live, it’s the perfect place to come and learn the steps. Don’t know any? Don’t worry! Regulars at Danceland will teach you and it will be fun, I promise. Even I polkaed!

While we are on the subject of nostalgia, those who have a love for antiquing will enjoy a visit to Relics Antiques. I was in heaven rifling through troves of treasures. I definitely did not leave empty-handed. I also had a lot of fun playing dress up with a vintage Buffalo-hide police coat and a large selection of women’s fancy hats! It’s easily one of the best antique shops that I have been to in a long time.

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I didn’t spend a whole lot of time in Watrous but have a couple of highlights to share. If shopping for clothing visit Boutique Joli on Main Street for a decent selection of women’s apparel. The Gallery on Third is also a great spot to pick up some local artwork. With the community home to approximately 80 artisans, the selection is impressive!

For history buffs I also recommend a stop at All Saints’ Anglican Church. Here you can take in the interesting story behind the Great West Window - its unlikely survival and journey to Watrous.

The next time you are thinking of taking a vacation where you are seeking a slower pace or a reconnection to your youth, consider this area. The centralized location of Manitou Beach and Watrous makes it super accessible! Now go there and get your float on!

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Health and Wellness Women and Stress: 5 Tips on How to say No

by Wendy Turner-Larsen June and the approach of summer can be hectic for women.

With school year end parties, kid’s sporting events, planning for summer holidays, childcare, and summer camps - all while still trying to work, eat, and sleep - life can seem daunting. Even for those without children at home, June marks the start of a new season. To get the best out of your summer, remember the following:

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Set Priorities - If you and your family are clear about priorities, then saying “no” will come easier. Ask yourself, “Does this task, situation, or request, fit with our priorities right now?” If it doesn’t, now is not the time.

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Say “I’ll think about it” rather than saying “yes” If you’re unsure of what you want to do, or feel uncomfortable saying “no” in the moment, say you’ll think about it. Don’t say “yes” in the moment, or ever for that matter, if you’re unsure.

Often, we say “yes” because we cannot think of a good reason to say “no”. If you’re one of these people, give yourself the needed time to craft your “no” response. Always get back to the person. Don’t lie and don’t make up excuses.

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Stop saying “yes” because others expect it - Many of the things that don’t fit into our schedules are not life or death situations. Going to Aunt Mabel’s with the entire family may not be feasible. You might be tired or over-worked, so a

three hour car ride with kids is not likely to make you a happy person! Aunt Mabel may be disappointed but you and your family may get some much needed down-time. Remember, if you’re feeling overwhelmed and over-stressed, your family members might be too. Your kids need you to set some boundaries for them.

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Do not give into guilt after you say no - You might feel guilty after you’ve said no. You might feel quite guilty. It doesn’t mean you give in and say yes because you feel obligated. It simply means you feel guilty and are sensitive to not disappointing people. Guilt is what drives many women to say yes, so it’s important to not give in! A lot of the guilt we feel is what I refer to as ‘false’ guilt. Some people may continue to push against your “no”. Plan for this and hold firm.

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Take responsibility for your life - This is foundational.

To choose what you want and what you don’t want and clearly communicating this to others is your responsibility. Don’t make people guess. Don’t back down. Communicate. This is your life.

Consider this: If you don’t say “no” to the unnecessary, what you can’t fit in or to what may be bad for you, there will never be space for what is best! © Turner Larsen Consulting. All rights reserved.

Wendy Turner-Larsen is President of Turner Larsen Consulting, Regina SK and holds an MA Counselling/Psychology, MA Adult Education and M.S. Health and Nutrition Education. Recognized and endorsed for helping professional women manage busy lives through one-on-one coaching and workshops, she works as a workplace leadership and health coach, training consultant and keynote speaker. Check out her website for Fall workshops - Personal Excellence for Women and Running on Empty - Stress Management for Work and Home.

You can contact her through www.turnerlarsen.com.

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V for Victory When the gala was over and the guests, the volunteers and the staff of the Women of Distinction Awards made their way into a warm moonlit night; they were greeted by flocks of Canadian Geese flying low to the ground in perfect formation of that all so familiar “V”.

Their honking filled the night’s air.

Perhaps more than one of us pondered the Creator’s driven metaphor as we drove home with full hearts. The food, the decor and the excitement of celebrating Saskatchewan’s women is, indeed, well-organized and from a layman’s point of view; executed flawlessly. All in attendance at the Women of Distinction Awards events that dot our province (Prince Albert; Saskatoon; & Regina) witnessed well-organized events with a room full of friends, family, and collaborators celebrating Saskatchewan’s finest people.

The YWCA celebrates Awards Galas that recognize Saskatchewan women whose outstanding achievements contribute to the health and future of our communities and who inspire others. In addition to honoring talented women who make our world a better place, the Gala Awards Dinners raises funds in support of YWCA programs and services. The Women of Distinction Events are a substantial fund raiser for the YWCA’s programs that support so many women throughout the year.

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Leadership and Management Kathy Hillman-Weir

Circle of Friends Sharon Finnik and Candace Isbister

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Bravo to this year’s winners and hats off to all who were nominated. Next year is right around the corner. All you PINK readers start thinking about who you will nominate in 2014.

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ondary, going from degree to degree, because I really just enjoy learning. It was a natural transition for me to go from enjoying learning to enjoying being a part of it and providing leadership in that environment. It all seems pretty consistent now, but it was chaotic at the time.

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Did you go from your last degree directly into a teaching position?

I did. I worked for a little bit. I did public opinion polling, but my heart was truly that of an academic. I don’t think of the phrase “Ivory Tower” as an insult. I think it’s something to aspire for.

We’re so privileged to have the space to be able to think.

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Tell me what it was like for you when you took on your very first teaching position - going from loving to learn, to wanting to impart some of that knowledge?

It was an interesting transition. I was little bit older. I already had two children. I was already fairly confident. I knew what knowledge I wanted to impart and had some techniques for bringing out the best in my students, including using all sorts of props in my teaching. My own children were very young at the time, so I would use some of their toys. I taught public opinion polling and statistics using Ghostbusters and little Transformers. It was fun for me because I’ve always thought that teaching should be as fun for the person doing it as it is for the person learning.

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Did you ever find it a struggle to keep that “fun” aspect in your teaching?

Oh, there were some grim times - times where I had difficult things happening in my home life, my personal life, or with my children. I would have to sort of don a mask in order to walk into the classroom and make it work. The ability to continue having a sense of playfulness and fun in the classroom while handling all sorts of awful things outside was a skill that I developed. I never brought personal sorrow into the classroom.

From ballerina to the Dean of the Edwards School of Business, Daphne Taras’s career path hasn’t exactly been a straight line.

Along the way, she’s found out there are some important parallels between a career in academia and a career on the stage.

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Tell me a little about the journey that brought you to the position you hold today?

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Can you think of a time when you were able to use that skill as its own lesson for your students?

Many, many times. I talked to the students quite a bit about resilience. I talked about the importance of persistence and about not making excuses but pushing through to always keep forward motion, to never stagnate. It’s a quality that I find the students in Saskatchewan are quite adept at.

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Why do you say Saskatchewan students in particular?

Maybe it’s the communities they were raised in, where some of their hometowns struggled simply to exist at times, or

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maybe it’s the whole political tradition, but there’s a lot of resiliency, and a lot of engagement that Saskatchewan students bring to learning that isn’t the same in other places. Raised in Toronto and having lived in Calgary, I’ve seen other places and by having done so, I think it’s made it easier for me to identify what’s different here.

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What other kinds of things have you seen as being “different” here?

Well, when you arrive as an outsider, I’ve found that the people here don’t know really where to put you in their network. They don’t have much experience with people wanting to move here. It’s a puzzle to them as to why someone would move here.

They don’t see the Saskatchewan that outsiders see.

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After dreaming of a career in ballet, would you ever have imagined yourself one day as the Dean of a Business?

Never in a million years. I wasn’t interested in business at all when I started out. I wanted to be a dancer. I was at the tail end of the hippie generation. I never wanted to conform to be part of the system.

“I’ve always thought that teaching should be as fun for the person doing it as it is for the person learning.”

Is that something your students find as well?

Yes. With more and more students coming from outside of the province, what we’re hearing often is that they are really lonely. It’s not that other students are unfriendly, just that their social networks are already established. So, that’s something we’re looking to help with as a faculty.

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Do you feel like you’ve conformed now?

No, not at all. The winding path my career took is what brought me to the place I am today. My career is still growing and changing. Business isn’t about conforming; it’s about solving human problems. It’s about having to constantly rethink and restrategize. It’s constantly moving the Rubik’s cube.

I’ve only started noticing recently how similar the single-minded focus of ballet is to business. When I’m researching or solving a problem, I get that same sense of peace that I used to get when I danced and everything fell perfectly into place. I love that feeling.

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Celebrating Dad

Last month I shared some ideas for celebrating moms. I hope everyone enjoyed their Mother’s Day celebrations. This month I’ll be sharing ways to celebrate all of the dads in your life! These ideas are perfect for dads, husbands, uncles and grandpas.

Grab a notebook and a pen and jot down some ideas for celebrating the special guy in your life. It doesn’t matter if your dad is a nut for sports, handy with tools or more of a book worm; there are so many fun ways to plan a special family celebration for him.

Game On! For a dad who enjoys sports, a fun idea is to plan a fun family barbeque that celebrates both dad and honours his favourite team. For example, my husband loves the Winnipeg Jets so we could plan a hockey themed barbeque with navy, grey and red accents in items like plastic plates, utensils, cups, tablecloth, and more. Your local party store may sell party items with the team logo on them. Your food could be themed to his favourite team – like burgers labeled as “hockey pucks” and fries labeled

as “hockey sticks” – or it could be served in a concession type stand you’d find at a sports game. Your post-supper entertainment could be a mini sports game in your own backyard.

Building Challenge Rather than put your dad to work on Father’s Day, you could surprise him with something that you made on your own using some of the skills he taught you. For example, the kids could make him a simple creation like a wooden pencil holder for the garage or they could paint him a personalized sign to hang above his work bench in the garage.

Quiet Time If all Dad really wants for Father’s Day is a little peace and quiet, you could build him his own temporary “man-cave” in a quiet area of the house. The man-cave could include a comfortable seating area, a few new magazines or books, a cooler packed with some of his favourite drinks and a “snack shack” stocked with his favourite snack foods. Mom and the kids could then go out for a few hours while dad enjoys some quiet time in his new area.

Remember, celebrating your dad doesn’t have to be an expensive occasion. The best celebrations are always the ones that include special touches to make him feel loved and appreciated.

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