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The Journal Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Time for the Daffodil Tea

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March seems to be the month when winter is letting go its grip on the world here in the northern hemisphere. Daylight Saving Time begins March 11 which allows us more daylight hours. March is the month when Spring officially begins. The Spring Equinox is March 20. New life is stirring - grass gets greener. Buds on the trees swell and burst open with fresh, soft, green leaves. Pussy willows and catkins appear on the trees. The brown-skinned onionlike bulbs that were planted in the Fall now thrust their sharp green-tips of stems and leaves through the soil and soon after, crocuses, white and gold and purple appear as well as the bright yellow, cheery daffodils. Tulips come along a little later. Robins and other birds return from their southern winter homes. Calves and lambs and the young of wild animals emerge. No matter what

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Zee Chevalier the weather is like in March, it is the advent of Spring, a turn from the bleakness of winter, cold temperatures and snow, and it certainly is a time of renewal and new beginnings. Clinton Seniors Association members have turned their thoughts and attention to the annual Daffodil Tea., held March 14 from 1:30-3:30 pm in the Clinton Memorial Hall. Shut-ins and businesses in Clinton can call 459-2254 from 1 pm to order take-out service. Prior to March 14, orders can be placed by calling Helene at 459-2469. Strawberry shortcake is offered for $5. There will be fresh daffodils and plants for sale, also home baking, crafts and White Elephant items. The Clinton Seniors Centre at 217 Smith Ave. is open for

October 30th 1942 - January 27th, 2012

Cards and Games at 1:30 pm on Mondays. Next regular General Meeting is March 15 following noon lunch. New members welcome. Happy Birthday greetings to Elnora Edwards on March 25 and Alice Crosson on March 27. “Aging seems to be the only available way to live a long life.� Daniel Francois Esprit Auber There are other celebrations and national days in March including International Women’s World Day of Prayer which, unfortunately, will not be held in Clinton this year, and St. Patrick’s Day on March 17. I’ll close with an Irish toast: May your troubles be less, And your blessings be more. And nothing but happiness come through your door.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jarvis Arthur Turner on January 27th, 2012. Jarvis was born in Kamloops on October 30th, 1942 and was the oldest of 3 siblings (Andrew, William, and Sheila). He was predeceased by his wife Gabrielle (Garby),brother Andrew and father Harold and leaves behind his sons Dan (Connie), Tim (Nonie), grandchildren, sister Sheila, Brother William and mother Kathleen. Jarvis did not have extensive schooling yet he was an amazing teacher, role model and father figure. He worked for many years in the logging industry as a faller and later as a logging truck driver. He also drove school bus for Barriere Elementary and Secondary students, with his primary route being kids from Chu Chua. He loved his profession and could o en be found recan ng many wonderful, even legendary, stories of his work in the North Thompson forestry industry and bus driving. Jarvis had a physical presence about him, in yet the most gentle and kindest demeanor you could imagine in a man. He had a par cular interest and aďŹƒnity for wood working spending many hours in his workshop and working on his home and property.

Helene Cade selling pansies and African Violets at the Seniors Association Daffodil Tea in 2010.

T. Ronald Curnow Born Jan 10/32 Ron passed away Feb 18/12 at age 80. He is survived by his wife Mary, brother Leslie & wife Bregetta, sister (Mac) Muriel Dennison and sister Joyce Walkem. Several nieces and nephews. Pre-deceased by sister Shirley. Cremation. No service by request.

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Family and friends are invited to a end a gathering to celebrate and remember Jarvis on Saturday, March 3rd, 2012 from 1:00pm in the “Gathering room� at Overlander Extended Care facility, 953 Southill St Kamloops, BC Should friends desire, dona ons to the MS Society of BC (h p:// mssociety.ca/en/give/ – 180-546 St Paul St, Kamloops, BC V2C 5T1, 250-314-0773) or Kamloops Overlander Extended Care Hospital (953 Southill St Kamloops, BC V2B 7Z9, 250-554-2323) would be greatly appreciated.

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