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Brisk breezes blow, Bright sunshine glow, And rouse the young Year’s powers. ~ Henry James Slack (1818–1896), The Ministry of the Beautiful, “Conversation IV: Spring-time on the Western Coast,” 1850
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Christine Green Explores Life’s Moments Through Poetry
BY SUZIE WELLS
is April, National Poetry Month, I am so excited to celebrate some of the incredible poets in our region, and this first week of the month, I thought it fitting to share word about one of the first women writers I worked with when I began Spirited Muse Press with the Mother Muse series back in 2006. Christine Green of Brockport embodied the spirit of my project and inspirations as a mother-writer / writer-mother. She now is Managing Editor of (585) Magazine and offers her insights on her poetic journey:
Green has spent years cra ing poetry and prose that captures the beauty in life. ough she began writing creatively at a young age, “publishing” her first book in fourth grade, she says it wasn’t until her thirties that she found herself truly drawn to poetry.
For Green, poetry is a space of artistic freedom, where free verse allows her to “break all the rules” of format, structure, and voice. While she tends to follow rules in the rest of her life, she says in her art and writing, she feels free to write as the muse inspires her.
Inspiration comes from memories and “so-called small events,” and Green explains that “Looking at the micro moments of life can help you understand the bigger picture.” at’s why themes of family and personal history so frequently find their way into her work. We all have our stories to reflect on if we so choose, and Green chooses to share those stories with the world through her poetry.
When it comes to her writing process, Green doesn’t adhere to a strict schedule, saying, “I’ve never been an ‘I must write every day at a certain time’ or a ‘I need to write so many pages a week’ kind of writer. I write when I have space and time.” And she adds that she “[loves] a good workshop or class to inspire [her]
e Rochester area is full of opportunities for such workshops and collaborations, and Green raves about the Western NY writing scene, saying, “ ere are so many prolific, smart, and generous writers in this area, especially in Rochester. I feel very lucky to be surrounded by so much talent.”
As a writer and literary advocate, Green finds community through various writing networks, saying, “I am continually inspired by my fellow Listen to Your producers. I also occasionally participate in a group that shares 100-word stories.”
Over time, her own writing focus has shi ed. As a mother of two, she says, “At first, I was writing a lot about my children and parenting. Now, while I still do write about my kids, I’ve expanded to write more about my own personal experiences as an older woman navigating the world.”
CHRISTINE GREEN
Among her proudest accomplishments is her first book, Sweet Tooth, (a collection of lyric essays and poetry published in 2024 by Rochester’s Za ig Press), but nothing compares to the joy of raising her children, and she says, “To see them as smart, kind, and giving adults makes me so happy.”
For Green, reading is just as essential as writing. “It would play a bigger [role] if I had the time and headspace to write daily! But I do read daily. One cannot expect to be a good writer in any genre if they don’t read. So, I always have one book on my phone’s Kindle app, a couple ‘regular’ books with me, and I listen to lots of audiobooks. I also try to read poetry and other creative writing online as I find it in various journals and magazines.”
Green offers empowering advice to aspiring writers: “Never, ever let anyone make you feel less-than for wanting to write or writing in a genre they might not appreciate or like. You have every right to be in that workshop or class just as other more seasoned writers do. And you do not need a degree to be
Her encouragement extends to readers as well: “Never stop reading! Even if you are in a book-reading ‘rut,’ you can read magazines, poetry, kids’ books, etc. Remember, audiobooks count as reading! Don’t let anyone say otherwise. And
And when it comes to life in general? Green keeps it simple: “Volunteer in your community if you can, keep your circle of good friends tight, and never pass up dessert.”
Such inspiring advice we can all aspire to, especially in this National Poetry Month. To learn more about Christine Green and her work, visit her website at christinejgreen.com.
TINY POEM FIRST PUBLISHED IN GERM MAGAZINE, 2014 BY CHRISTINE GREEN
Words leak out of my ears at night. In the morning I shake out the pillowcase to see if Sentences Fall out.
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Hip and Leg Pain Persist Ever
Since an Active Trip to France
DEAR DR. ROACH: In 2022, I took a trip to France to visit friends and sightsee. My hip/leg pain started after I spent my days walking around and climbing stairs in Paris. (I walked 16 miles one day!) I rested during the evening and took ibuprofen before going to bed. I did not stop my activities because this was a special trip. Later during my vacation, I hiked trails in the Alps. There are stairs everywhere in France with very little adjustments for those who have mobility issues. It was very debilitating. When I came home, my doctor ordered an X-ray, then diagnosed me with hip bursitis on both sides.
I was in physical therapy for many weeks. Every now and then, if I pursue activities like hiking or long walks, I can feel some pain. I don’t like limiting my activities because I am relatively healthy.
Now I am 60 years old and returning to France. What can I do to prevent this pain from happening again without restricting my activities? Or what can I do to alleviate the pain if it occurs? I don’t want to become sedentary. -- J.M.C.
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A.ANSWER: Greater trochanteric pain syndrome is still mostly called “trochanteric bursitis,” despite the fact that the hip bursa really isn’t inflamed. But this condition does sound like your diagnosis. It is caused by the overuse of the muscles and tendons in the hip, particularly those of the gluteus medius and minimus muscles.
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DEAR PAW’S CORNER: The weather is getting warmer, and that means the flea invasion of my apartment will soon begin. I have two cats, and they suffer mightily through the summer -- as do I, with my legs covered in flea bites. I’m in my 70s and can’t give my cats flea baths. How can I get fleas under control? -- Jim G. in Acworth, Georgia
DEAR JIM: Yep! As the weather warms, especially in the southern states, the onslaught of fleas begins. Treating your pets for fleas before their eggs begin to hatch is especially important right now. If you have issues that keep you from beginning flea treatment -- whether giving a monthly bath using a pet-safe shampoo, placing a flea collar, or applying a monthly topical flea treatment -- please ask for help. There are resources in your community. Call your area senior center (for you, that’s Cobb County, Georgia: www.cobbcounty.org/senior-services) and explain your dilemma; they can connect you with resources. You can also call your cats’ veterinarian and explain the situation; they can talk with you about solutions -- such as getting a trusted friend or family member to help.
Preventing fleas also requires treating or eliminating places where they can hide. Fleas love carpet; they’ll lay eggs in it, beginning the infestation cycle anew. Vacuum carpets weekly. If you have hardwood or laminate floors, run a dust mop as frequently as possible. Take up area rugs and have them cleaned. You may qualify for homemaker services -- these invaluable people handle light household chores like vacuuming, trash and laundry.
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My sweet adorable grandmother asked me to post a message on Facebook for her. She had dinner at the Redwood this evening with two of her girlfriends and a local anonymous gentleman paid for their meals. This act of kindness made her feel special and wonderful. When you brighten someone’s day - it passes that positivity on to others. Thank you!
Good Samaritan
I would like to extend a sincere Thank You with deep appreciation for a gentleman we know only as “Steve” from Kendall. On Saturday March 22, my husband & I purchased an area rug from the Lowes store in Brockport. We struggled to load it into our small Kia Soul SUV, unaware of its cumbersome fit in the vehicle. After several unsuccessful attempts, my husband went back into the store to seek assistance Several minutes later he was accompanied by a fellow shopper, who immediately offered to load the large rug into his van which had more room than our vehicle, however he had to keep the trunk ajar to hold it. He was kind & gracious enough to not only follow us home to our residence in Clarkson, about a 5 mile drive from the store, but also helped unload and carry into our house without accepting any monetary gesture my husband offered him. He even stayed and chatted with us, as our three rescue pooches welcomed him. He simply stated that he was paying it forward. Extraordinary kindness!
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To all of you who work in public places: schools, apartment buildings, stores, DMV or other public areas. Please consider how much body spray perfume or cologne you wear as it really does affect a lot of people. COPD. ASTHMA. It’s seriously affects breathing and just gives others a headache. And then when you got two three or even more in the same area wearing it, it can be extreme. Thank you. I understand some of you just aren’t aware how badly it can affect others. Thank you for listening as this is such an important issue.
Fast Drivers
Several streets in the village are many blocks long but with no crosswalks. The 25 mph the state requires for school children walking to school has been disregarded for decades. The mayor refuses to do anything about the extreme speed every day, all day long, about 50-60 mph. Once a year a speed monitor is put out but no one ever slows down and no tickets are issued. Even school buses and cars speed. Pedestrians in general are in grave danger crossing streets at every light. The crossing light only lasts 18 sec and not everyone can cross that fast. A number of people have been hit and seriously injured. I was within 2 inches of me and my dogs getting killed. The cross light was on, all 3 of us were wearing reflective coats and flashing lights. I had to scream and flash my light in the drivers face to get his attention as he raced to make a left turn right into us. The mayor, nor the police department cared about my letter of complaint. He puts us at risk every day and has never cared.
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SENIORS AND EXERCISE: TIPS TO AVOID INJURIES, GET HEALTHY
Pick a partner. Whether it’s a spouse or a friend who is physically active or wants to be, try exercising with a partner, at least initially. Doing so can provide the motivation you need and partners can serve as safety nets should you need assistance completing an exercise or suffer an injury and require medical attention. Personal trainers can serve as your partner, and many gyms offer discounts to seniors on personal training services.
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By Matilda Charles
a 55+ community right for you?
The first thought we have about those over 55 communities is sure, others will be like us, our every need and want will be taken care of. But is that always true?
There is, of course, a long list of good things about living in a seniors community. In most cases there will be activities with lots of social opportunities. Depending on the community, there might be a pool, a golf course and tennis courts, a fitness center with classes, scheduled activities, excursions and trips.
For the most part, homes in these communities are smaller since many of us will be downsizing anyway and outdoor maintenance and yardwork will be done by others.
Sounds great, right?
There is another side, though, to the 55+ communities, and some of the negatives are fairly significant.
Variety in social opportunities may be very limited. After all, everyone there will be our age with few opportunities to interact with younger people. If your family situation changes and you need to move your child and grandchildren in with you, it likely won’t be possible in a 55+ community, and even visits will probably have a time limit. And there’s the issue of inheritance: If you want to leave your home to a child in your will, they couldn’t live there.
If you ever decide to sell, your target buyer pool will be limited to other 55+ seniors. Even renting, if that’s allowed in the community, will be limited to senior occupants.
Then there are the high fees to cover all the amenities, HOA and taxes -expenses that can go up at any time. Even in the beginning, your monthly costs could be in the thousands of dollars.
Before buying into a 55+ community, get advice -- a lot of it. Ask questions, get feedback, visit a potential community more than once and talk to people who live there, if possible.
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Preview: April 8th from 10am until 1pm. Lunch provided!
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“Popcorn” Ceilings AndSpringaroseonthegardenfair, Like the Spirit of Love felt everywhere; And each flower and herb on Earth’s dark breast rose from the dreams of its wintry rest. ~ Percy Bysshe Shelley, “The Sensitive Plant”
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Spring forever appears the soothing music part of lyrics unspoken. It thaws the frozen fears, mends the wounded heart that Winter has broken. ~Aarno Davidson
Commodore Stephen Decatur wrote one of the first recorded descriptions of sailors’ uniforms in 1813, describing the men on the frigates of the U.S. and Macedonia as wearing “glazed canvas hats with stiff brims, decked with ribbons, blue jackets buttoned loosely over waistcoats, and blue trousers with bell bottoms.” In the early 19th century before the U.S. Navy uniform was standardized, some sailors chose a style of wide trousers that had bell-shaped cuffs.
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Bell Bottoms Day
When wide-legged trousers were introduced in the 1920s by Coco Chanel, women of this era started to break free of
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European carpenters have worn bell bottoms for centuries to prevent sawdust from falling on their feet or shoes.
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The Village of Elba is looking for a part-time school crossing guard, September through June. The hours for this position would be one hour in the morning and one hour in the afternoon. Must be over 18.
Applications available at our website www.villageofelba.com or by calling the office at 585-757-6889.
Small contractor has immediate opening for a full-time Commercial / Industrial Journeyman Electrician
Minimum 5 years’ experience. Must have general knowledge of the current NEC and be capable of working independently. Candidate must be able to manage job sites and apprentices. Starting pay $40/hour Company tools and daily truck provided.
Please send resumes to: ableelec96@gmail.com
No phone calls please.
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Engineer:Mechanicalengineering, aerospace engineering and civil engineer go hand-in-hand with math. Engineers in various fields perform a host of tasks, including designing equipment and evaluating the adaptability of materials.
Batavia City School District
NOTICE OF VACANCY
Building Maintenance Worker
Initial Placement - Middle School
Hours: 6:30am - 3:00pm
Rate of Pay: $19.50/hour
Beginning: April 12, 2025
Requirements and Job Duties: As per Civil ServiceBuilding Maintenance Worker Interested candidates should send a completed Civil Service Application to:
Trisha Finnigan, Executive Director of Staff Development & Operations 260 State Street Batavia, NY 14020
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 8, 2025
Batavia City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. e Batavia City School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, citizenship, color, creed, disability, immigration status, marital status, veteran status, national origin, race or gender. is policy is in compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Regulations and By-Laws of the Board of Education of the Batavia City School District.
Genesee Community College has an opening for a Secretary – Nursing. is position is responsible for performing complex secretarial tasks for an administrative head of an educational or governmental agency. e work can be characterized as involving increasingly responsible secretarial tasks requiring a high degree of mature judgment and knowledge of program policies and procedures. Work is performed in accordance with general instructions received from a superior with considerable leeway for independent decisions in carrying out assignments. Supervisory responsibilities may be delegated or assigned this employee which will be executed within well-defined limits. Does related work, as required.
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For a full description of the position & to view qualifications, please visit www.genesee.edu/employment
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please include an application, cover letter and resume. In addition, please provide contact information for four professional references (including current and/or previous supervisors). Please ensure contact information (phone & email) is current and up to date.
GCC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, staff, and student body, and strongly encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.
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Pembroke Central School District
(2) FULL-TIME Second Shi Cleaners (3-11:30pm) no less than $15.50/hr. – Negotiable Based On Experience Start date: April 23rd, 2025 or ASAP therea er. 80% contribution toward health insurance, NYS pension, shi differential, clothing allowance and other additional benefits, in accordance with current Pembroke SRP Contract.
Civil Service approval, fingerprint clearance required.
Applications must be received by 3pm on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. Visit https://www.pembrokecsd.org/page/employment to complete both the Genesee County Civil Service application and the Pembroke Employment Application.
Please send applications to ATTN: Sandra Lang, District Clerk, Pembroke Central School District, PO Box 308, Corfu, NY 14036.
Please contact Jim Green, Director of Facilities, with any job related questions at (585) 599-4255 ext. 1960.
LEAVING A JOB GRACEFULLY
Play by the rules. Your employer may have a plan in place for how the company prefers resignations to be handled. The standard two- to threeweek’s notice is a guideline. Visit with human resources if you need more information, such as whether or not a resignation letter or other documentation is required.
Notice of Vacancy Laborers (Summer Work)
4 Positions at Batavia • 4 Positions at Mt. Morris
Qualifications:
• Physical ability to perform assigned duties
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions
• Team player with excellent work attitude
• Good work ethic and safety record
Locations:
• Batavia and Mt. Morris Campuses
• 6:30am-3pm
Rate of Pay:
• $16 per hour
Starting date:
• July 1, 2025
Visit our website at www.gvboces.org
Reply by April 11, 2025 with reference to Vacancy 25-86 for Batavia or 25-87 for Mt. Morris, and resume to hr@gvboces.org or mail to:
Human Resources, Genesee Valley BOCES
80 Munson Street, LeRoy, NY 14482
Tuesday, April 8th Wednesday, April 9th
2-7pm 88 Nesbitt Drive Holley, NY 14470
Packaging Associate
$17.54 per hour for day shift- $19.04 per hour for night shift 12 Hour Shift Schedule
Material Handler/Forklift Operator
$18.50 per hour starting rate plus shift differential Tuesday through Saturday: 12 noon - 8:30pm
Equal Opportunity Employer Safety Focused and Drug-Free Workplace
Must be eligible to work in the United States. Successful completion of background and drug screening required. Or apply online at: novolex.com/career
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Integrated erapy Services of WNY is seeking a Certified Occupational erapy Assistant for a 10-month position, effective immediately
• Experience working with children preferred.
• Appropriate NYS license required.
• Compensation based on experience - $23-$26/hour
Responsibilities include: providing individual, direct services to preschool & school-age children in Genesee & possibly surrounding counties.
Benefits include: mileage reimbursement, supplies, & 401K plan with a company match.
Please send cover letter and resume to jseelig@integratedtherapy.org
Join Our Team at Lapp, LLC –e Global Leader in High-Voltage Insulators! Are you ready to work for a company with a stellar reputation and a commitment to quality and innovation? Lapp, LLC, based in LeRoy, NY, is looking for a dedicated and skilled individual to join our team as a Production Worker.
Quality Associate (2nd Shi ) – starting pay $18.75
*(Off shi adder pay additional .75 for all positions)
*Pay increase of .75 at 6 months and 1 year service plus annual merit increase
Machinist Technician/Tool & Die Maker – $26.15 - $36.54 (pay based on experience)
Wage Range: Starting at $20.10/hour.
What You’ll Do:
• Read and interpret production orders, simple blueprints, & work instructions.
• Perform tasks requiring strong mechanical skills and attention to detail.
• Handle physical duties, including li ing heavy loads.
What We’re Looking For:
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to follow instructions accurately.
• A team-oriented attitude and willingness to contribute to a collaborative environment.
• Physical stamina to meet the demands of the position.
How to Apply:
Complete your application at Lapp, LLC
130 Gilbert Street, LeRoy, NY 14482 or submit your resume via email to jtuerk@lappinsulators.com.
Union Representation: is position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): Lapp, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We encourage applications from diverse candidates, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Take the next step in your career— Apply today and become a part of our dynamic team!
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