Issue 1,248
Local News for Local Communities
Friday 28th August 2026
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DARFIELD JUMPS TO VICTORY
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Darfield Post Shop Celebrates Birthday Page 3 Darfield Senior Jump Jam team.
West Melton Gymnastics Page 8
100 Years Celebration for Glenroy Hall Page 12
Darfield Primary School senior students showcased their energy and precision on Saturday, August 22, 2026, taking out first place at the Strictly JUMP JAM regional competition held at Cashmere High School. Competing in the Strictly category, teams perform original routines exactly as shown in instructional videos, without costume changes or modified choreography. All dancers wear matching JUMP JAM shirts on stage, placing the focus entirely on timing, technique, and team
synchronisation. Darfield entered two teams in the event, involving 34 students in total. The Junior squad of 13 dancers delivered a spirited routine to ‘Shake It Off’, gaining valuable stage experience. The Senior team, comprised of 21 girls performing an electric routine to ‘Greased Lightning', impressed the judges enough to claim top honours in their division. When Darfield was announced as the winner, the reaction on and off the stage was overwhelming. Cont. page 3….
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DARFIELD JUMPS TO VICTORY ...continued from front page. After a year of intense training, the announcement brought shock and tears of joy from students and supporters alike. Dancers highlighted the routine’s finishing air guitar sequence as a particular favourite moment of the performance. The victory marks a remarkable journey of growth for the senior squad, whose members
developed key skills in teamwork, trusting their frontrow leaders, implementing technical feedback, and persevering through all the practice sessions. The campaign was guided by teachers Katie Barker and Hannah Mazey, alongside volunteer Lily Payton, who provided dedicated coaching support throughout the year. Strong encouragement from
school parents and the wider community also played a role in preparing the students for competition day. Following their regional title, the senior team has earned a fast-track invitation pathway to the JUMP JAM National Championships, which will take place back at Cashmere High School on Saturday, October 31, 2026.
BIRTHDAY FOR POSTSHOP Darfield PostShop is celebrating a decade under the ownership of Donna and Simon Hurndell, marking the milestone with a birthday celebration and spot prizes for customers. The business traces its history in Mid West Mews back to 1999, when Darfield Post arrived under the ownership of Karen and the late Reid Falconer. “It had various owners until we purchased in 2016,” Donna says. Since then, Darfield PostShop has grown and changed considerably, expanding its range of products and services while continuing to provide many of the services customers rely on. Today, the business offers an expanded range of giftware, toys, and stationery, along with Jaycar products. Customers can also access NZTA transactions, postal services, Western Union and Kiwibank services. Darfield PostShop also stocks magazines, cards, and gift wrap. Maxwells Drycleaning
provides a drop-off and collection service through the store, and flowers are available at the store through A Twisted Bunch. Donna says the store has Christmas giftware arriving weekly along with 2027 calendars. While the business has evolved over the past 10 years and recently moved to its new location beside Darfield Four Square supermarket, Donna says customers can still expect familiar faces and the same community-focused service. To mark the milestone,
customers are invited to join the celebrations on Friday, August 28, with birthday cake and 10 spot prizes up for grabs– grabs –one prize representing each year Donna and Simon have owned the business. After 10 years, Donna, Simon, and their friendly staff, Lisa and Jo, are celebrating not only a business milestone, but the customers and community who have supported Darfield PostShop along the way. Darfield PostShop is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5.30pm and Saturdays from 9am to 2pm.
Celebrating the 10-year milestone are, from left, Kiwibank Area Manager Fiona McLachlan, Darfield PostShop owner Donna Hurndell, staff Jo Brackmann and Lisa Parris. Jo and Lisa are familiar faces at Darfield PostShop – Lisa for the last 10 years and Jo for three and a half years.
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AGRIBUSINESS YOUTH BOARD Darfield High School student Tessa Bamford has been selected for the inaugural Agribusiness Youth Advisory Board, earning a place among eight students chosen from across New Zealand. Tessa is the only South Island representative on the board, which will give young people a voice in the future of agricultural education in Aotearoa. Members will review curriculum modules, analyse student survey data from events such as Clash of the Colleges, and provide feedback to keep Agri Futures programmes relevant and engaging. Tessa’s passion for food, fibre and agriculture has grown
through working on a sheep and cropping farm, breeding her own sheep, volunteering at A&P shows, and taking part in Darfield High School’s Tawera Rural Academy. She is excited to represent young people from Canterbury nationally. Now in her second year with the academy, she mentors firstyear students and shares skills developed through farm work, junior sheep judging and public speaking. “Being part of Tawera Rural Academy has helped me develop my skills, and I enjoy supporting first-year students as they begin their own agricultural learning,” Tessa says. Her selection is a proud
Darfield High School student Tessa Bamford.
achievement for Darfield High School and gives Canterbury and South Island youth a voice at a national level. “I’m looking forward to making new connections, growing my leadership skills, and helping make sure young people have a voice in the future of agriculture.”
U3A MINI-SERIES WELCOMES BACK FRIEDA LOOSER Malvern U3A has enjoyed Frieda Looser’s hour long lectures at several of their monthly meetings so much that they have invited her back to lead a four-lecture miniseries. Frieda is an historian and was a senior lecturer at the University of Canterbury before retiring in 2024. Her sharing of her history knowledge did not stop but continued through her Community Education business as well as writing history books. The Title of the mini-series is Food for Thought: Salt, Coffee Sugar, Tea. As our European ancestors
evolved from being huntergatherers to farmers, their preference and access to food resources also adapted. Animals were domesticated and crops sown. Meat and fish were preserved in salt to feed the villagers over winter, and salt remains the only rock ingested regularly by humans. Global empires from the 15th century became acquainted with indigenous plants on every inhabited continent and through duplicity or trade subsequently spread them around the planet. Every food has a fascinating history. The first session of the Miniseries will be held on
September 16 at the Darfield Baptist Church at 1:30pm and covers the history of salt and coffee. From salt to desalination and coffee a Middle Eastern “daily fix” by way of Mokha. The second session on September 23, tells the history of Sugar and Tea. A sweet and sour tale of sucrose and honey and a good thing nicked from China. The cost is just $20 for the four lectures, and all are welcome to join us. Register on the Malvern U3A website at u3amalverndarfieldnz.org by Friday, September 11.
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KIRWEE LETTERBOX FUNDRAISER SUPPORTS LOCAL SCOUTS The Darfield Scouts is helping the community while fundraising at the same time. The group has secured a deal with Stallion Limited (Wilson Plastics) to supply Kirwee residents with quality letterboxes at wholesale prices and are taking orders up until September 10, 2026. Following NZ Post's removal of all Kirwee PO Boxes, residents need to purchase and install their own letterbox by October 4. Darfield Scout Group Leader Gordon Thrower says it’s an opportunity for homeowners to get ahead and support local
Scouts at the same time. The idea came to Gordon when he was out driving; he did the figures in his head and says he felt it would be a lost opportunity if he didn’t give it a try. Stallion Limited agreed to his idea and as a goodwill gesture offered a free bulk delivery to Kirwee Challenge. Four dollars from every purchase will go to Darfield Scouts towards tramping and camping gear and the purchase of new uniform scarves. Gordon says that other residents outside of Kirwee can also take
advantage of the offer. “If someone wants to buy a new mailbox or replace one they already have, they can order a new one through the Darfield Scouts too.” People who order mailboxes through the Scouts fundraising offer will be notified by email when they are ready to be collected.
For a full range of colours, styles, and prices, email darfieldscouts@gmail.com or phone Gordon on 027 321 9413.
GROWING US TREASURY WORRIES
By Greg McGeorge – Shaw & Partners Financial Adviser. The US Treasury is increasingly concerned about stresses spreading through financial markets. In July, the US took the unusual step of joining Japan to support the weakening yen. The stated objective was to reduce volatility. However, the deeper concern was the potential impact on the US Treasury market. Japan is the largest foreign holder of US debt, with more than US$1 trillion. To defend its currency, Japan needs US dollars, and one obvious source would be to sell Treasuries. Large-scale Treasury sales could push interest rates higher, raising borrowing costs and that’s why
the US was happy to help Japan and prevent them selling Treasuries. The concern did not stop there. Last week the US took the unusual step of intervening in its own bond market by increasing purchases of longer-dated Treasuries. The aim was to relieve pressure on long-term interest rates like the 10-year Treasury, which serves as a benchmark for many lending rates around the world. While interest rates initially fell, the effect quickly faded and rates resumed climbing. Investors remain concerned about government debt, budget deficits and inflation. US federal debt now exceeds US$40 trillion, while annual budget deficits
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remain above US$2 trillion. The yen intervention and Treasury bond purchases highlight how concerned Washington is becoming about the prospect of higher interest rates. What appeared to be separate market interventions were really responses to the same problem. For investors in NZ, US interest rates effect almost every asset class, bond returns, stock valuations and the returns earned after currency movements are taken into account. It’s important you know how your portfolio is positioned.
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NATIONAL RECOGNITION Team Jo McIntosh was incredibly grateful and proud to be recognised on stage in Auckland at the National Bayleys 2026 Awards – Altogether Better Excellence. Jo was honoured to receive the National Auction Growth Award, and to also be included in the $500 Million Dollar Club for sales – an incredible milestone. Jo said the achievements were a true reflection of the hard work, dedication and
commitment of the amazing team behind Team Jo McIntosh. “We are so fortunate to work alongside such a fantastic group of people, and it was incredibly special to celebrate these achievements together. Most importantly, we couldn’t have achieved these results without the support and trust of our wonderful clients. Thank
you for choosing us, believing in us and trusting us to guide you through your property journey.” She added, “We are incredibly grateful for every client, every opportunity and every milestone along the way. Thank you for being part of our journey, we couldn’t do it without you!”
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Whether you’re a commuter travelling to Christchurch, a family settling into a new subdivision, or a farmer getting products to market, modern, fit for purpose infrastructure and services are central to everyday life in Selwyn. That’s why National has announced a dedicated South Island plan, focussed on unlocking the Mainland’s phenomenal potential. It includes a range of proposals that will benefit the Selwyn district and the wider South Island. Many relate to issues that are already familiar to local residents, businesses and farmers, including transport connections, freight movement, housing growth, healthcare capacity and support for the rural sector. One of the most significant proposals for Selwyn is a $50 million investment in shared road and rail connections for the Rolleston intermodal freight hub. Rolleston has become an increasingly important logistics and
distribution centre for Canterbury, helping connect local producers and businesses with markets throughout New Zealand. Improved freight connections could further strengthen the district’s role as a transport and employment hub. Transport remains a major issue across the district. Communities such as Rolleston, Lincoln, Darfield and West Melton continue to grow, while many residents travel daily between Selwyn and Christchurch for work and education. Proposed improvements to key South Island transport links, including bridge replacements, are intended to support the resilience and reliability of the wider network on which Selwyn depends. The rural sector is central to the district’s economic prosperity. Farmers, growers and agribusinesses across Selwyn make a significant contribution to food production and exports. Proposed changes relating to resource management, pastoral
land settings, gravel extraction and on-farm quarries could influence how these businesses plan and invest in the future. Population growth has also increased demand for public services. National will complete the fit-out of Tower Three at Christchurch Hospital, delivering 96 additional beds for patients, and create more teaching spaces in our schools. Taken together, our policies focus on many of the issues shaping Selwyn’s future: transport, economic development, agriculture, public services and infrastructure. As one of New Zealand’s fastest -growing districts, Selwyn’s continued success will depend on ensuring growth is matched by the investment and services local communities need and National will deliver. As always, my office is open Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm. Please feel free to drop by if you need assistance or have any questions.
ARE YOU FEELING ANXIOUS ABOUT LIFE IN GENERAL? NO WONDER! By Ginny Nelson, GMI Mortgage and Insurance Advisor. Stop scrolling and forget the news! Warnings are the ‘now’ rhetoric of the media. Cold snap warnings in Winter? Seriously? It’s winter! Heat warnings in Summer? Really? Earthquake warnings, climate change warnings – the list goes on. It seems every topic comes with a warning these days, and mortgages are no different. Major Banks Hike Rates! Rather more like a creep than a hike at .01 - .05%. Yes, there has been a couple of percent increases in the past two years, but 2.99% was an exceptional rate for the likes of which I am unlikely to see again in my lifetime. The overall long-term average for New Zealand home loan interest rates over the last 30 years (mid-1990s to 2026)
sits roughly between 6% and 6.5%. Life is about change and adapting to the conditions and being aware of the risks and
having a plan can lessen anxiety. Winter is cold and summer is hot, and mortgage rates will fluctuate. Enjoy the ride!
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WEST MELTON GYMNASTICS ATHLETES SHINE IN ASHBURTON West Melton Gymnastics athletes put their hard work, determination and commitment on display in Ashburton over the weekend, competing across a range of levels from Gym Fun through to Gold. For some of our gymnasts, this was their very first competition, an exciting opportunity to experience competing in front of an audience, perform their routines and discover what a gymnastics competition is all about. For others, it was another chance to build confidence, aim for higher scores and put the skills they have been working on in the gym to the test. Every athlete had their own goals to work towards, whether that was remembering their routines, improving a particular skill, achieving a personal best or simply having the confidence to get out on the floor and perform.
There were some outstanding performances and scores across the levels, with plenty of proud moments for our gymnasts, coaches and families. Coach Johanna Opsomer praised everyone who participated and represented West Melton Gymnastics.
“We are incredibly proud of the effort, enthusiasm and sportsmanship shown throughout the day. We look forward to seeing our gymnasts back in the gym, continuing to work hard, learn new skills and take on their next challenge.”
West Melton Gymnasts with their awards, from left Sienna, Gracie, Maya, Phoebe, and Selah.
West Melton Gymnasts from front, Josette, Annabel, Penny Briar, and Liora.
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FARMERS URGED TO PLAN EARLY AHEAD OF STRONG EL NIÑO The Beef + Lamb NZ Central Canterbury Farming for Profit event, held at the Coalgate Tavern on Tuesday, August 12, focused on seasonal preparation. Tony Trewinnard of Blue Skies Ltd forecast a historic El Niño, with Central Pacific temperatures already 2.3°C above normal in August. He said there was a 70 per cent chance of a dry spring east of the ranges, while the West Coast and alpine headwaters were expected to be wetter. The forecast included increased risks of strong winds, warmer temperatures and snowstorms into winter 2027. Tony said the event could be the strongest in 150 years, comparable with 1877–78, and estimated feed production could fall by 15 to 25 per cent. He urged farmers to review feed budgets, irrigation allocations, stock water
systems, and snow and fire risk Luke advised farmers to focus on getting the basics right management plans. rather than making drastic Luke Visser from Hazlett changes. Agronomy shared his top five The evening concluded with farmers Bert Oliver of Inverary tips for the El Niño season: Station (Mid Canterbury) and 1. Timing and organisation: Tim Coop of Port Levy, Banks be proactive with cropping Peninsula, discussing flexibility plans and early spray-out. 2. Get the basics right: focus in their systems. Both graze hoggets off farm. on drilling dates, sowing Bert monitors ewe body depth, fertility and early condition scores and has spraying. trigger points for early 3. Dynamic management: weaning onto legume pastures. consider early spring Tim uses body condition nitrogen to push feed scores, feed budgets and forward into summer. separate mobs to support 4. Monitoring: track growth rates, crop stages, potential timely decisions. Bert and Tim also highyields and weed issues. lighted the importance of Anything limiting crop or collaboration across rural pasture growth will communities, encouraging compound in a dry year. farmers to stay connected, 5. Plan additional options: share experiences, and support consider an extra crop of kale to offset reduced yields neighbours throughout the challenging season ahead. and use a summer fallow where appropriate.
SHEFFIELD RUGBY CLUB PRIZEGIVING 2026 • First XV females:
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Henry Redfern, Joshua Syme • Yr 7: Dodge Yorke • Yr 8: Taj Armstrong, Ferg Rietveld, George Messerer, Ben Smith
Beau Collier, Margot Ferguson, Lori MacAndrew, Maddy Judd • First XV males: Gus Ferguson, Jake Cleland, Jed MacCarron, Zac Walker, Gus Pratt, Cam Yaxley, Sam England, SonnySonny -Bill MacAndrew Isaac McCorkindale
member of Sheffield Rugby Club: Keith Jenkins • Ladies for the Eats/ Volunteer of the Year: Leeza Stuart • Max King Trophy: Judd family • Female Player of the Year: Molly Johnson • Sheffield Club Overall Player of the Year: Lucas Stuart
The Sheffield Rugby Club Overall Player of the Year was awarded to Lucas Stuart.
Molly Johnson was presented with he Female Player of the Year Trophy.
2026 trophy winners and club honour recipients: • Yr 1: Bohdi RossRoss -Marsh,
Henry Bull • Yr 2: Theo May,
Carter Webster • Yr 4: William Taylor,
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HIGH COUNTRY CHARACTER RETURNS TO SCREEN
The late Harold Inch with Sam Inch during the filming of ‘Outdoors with Geoff’.
Classic episodes of ‘Outdoors with Geoff’ are currently screening on Sky Channel 83, Face TV, with the much-loved hunting and fishing series airing each Saturday at 5:30pm. A special episode featuring the late Harold Inch (known by many locals from his time farming in in the local area) is scheduled for Saturday, August 29, 2026, as the second anniversary of his passing has just been. Harold was a wellknown South Island farmer and a true classic Kiwi character. His episode follows a highcountry adventure on Benmore Station, a massive, historic high -country station operating since 1852, famous for its vast landscapes, Merino sheep, and proximity to the rugged Southern Alps. The programme captures Harold’s practical nature, local grit and lifelong connection to the land. Having developed challenging farm properties throughout his life, Harold knew the Southern Alps terrain and native bush intimately.
In this episode, Harold, known in the rural community for his standard-defying farming projects and hands-on grit, explores the distinct challenges and scale of South Island high-country farming compared to smaller properties. Hosted by Geoff Thomas, ‘Outdoors with Geoff’ was at its best when sharing the stories of hardworking rural New Zealanders. This memorable episode offers viewers another chance to enjoy Harold’s distinctive personality and his remarkable slice of high country. Of the episode, Geoff says Harold was a “bit of a character and a great cook.” “I remember he cooked for us, the TV crew and our mates, every night in his big farmhouse on the station,” he said. He remembers Harold cooking up salmon in a white sauce and using it to fill baked potato shells, topped with cheese, and put in the oven to finish off. “I tell you, it was fantastic, one
of the best salmon dishes I’ve ever had.” Geoff says he has great memories of those times. “We had a couple of trips there and Harold was a big part of it.” True to the style of ‘Outdoors with Geoff’, the episode blends genuine rural storytelling with a fast-moving look at the best outdoor adventures New Zealand has to offer.
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DUCKS BOW OUT IN QUARTERFINALS The Darfield Ducks Under 85kg team took on Wellington’s Poneke Wanderers on Number 1 Field at home on Saturday, August 22, 2026, in the quarterfinals of the National Under 85kg Competition. In a tight, physical encounter, the Ducks bowed out of the knock-out tournament following a hard-fought 22-7 loss. Both sides showed intense defensive grit from the opening whistle, with the scoreboard remaining locked at 0-0 after 30 minutes of bruising rugby. The
HORORATA GOLF Results 18 August 2026
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GLENROY HALL
CELEBRATES 100 YEARS A century of community memories will be celebrated when Glenroy Hall marks its 100th birthday on September 19. The Glenroy district was named after Glenroy Farm, the farm of Ewen McIntosh, formerly chief shepherd for Sir John Hall. The name comes from the Glenroy district in Scotland, which the landscape reminded McIntosh of. A school was first founded in 1889, with the Glenroy district and school catchment defined as a threemile radius surrounding the corner that now houses the Glenroy war memorial. The Glenroy Hall was built by the community in 1926, on land donated by the Adams family, to be a focal point for community activities. The hall is used regularly by many different groups. There is a line dancing club that meets on Thursday evenings, a craft group meeting on Mondays, regular visits by the Selwyn library bus, end of year productions by Windwhistle school, and many other private and public events. Church
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services have been held in the hall since it was constructed, so this year is also the centenary of the Glenroy Church. Originally different denominations held services at Glenroy on alternating Sundays, with Baptist services continuing to the present day. Many locals fondly remember past events, such as the regular square dances formerly organised by the Glenroy School. Today the Glenroy Residents Association organises regular community events, such as the annual mid -winter dinner, which are always well attended. This hall is one of the most well utilised small halls in Selwyn. The Glenroy Residents Association invites all current and past residents of Glenroy to come and relive the highlights of the past century. Come and enjoy local performances, a surprise item that will bring back memories, a shared meal, and an evening dance with a live band.
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BUSINESS COACHING 28 Aug Entries Close—Greendale School PTA Clearing Sale 28 Aug Community Service Awards Nominations Close 29 Aug - 24 Sept Wild Weaving Art Exhibition Te Huanui Art Gallery 31 Aug 1pm Malvern News - Editorial Deadline - info@malvernnews.co.nz 31 Aug Strategic Partnership Fund Applications Close 1 Sept 9:30-12:30 Weekly Malvern Cancer Support Clinic Darfield Library 1 Sept 10am Malvern News - Advertising Deadline - info@malvernnews.co.nz 1 Sept 5pm Submissions Close for Focus For Future Short Film Competition 1 Sept Property Brokers Charity Golf Registrations Close 2 Sept 9am Weekly Darfield Networkers Group - www.networkers.co.nz 2 Sept 11:30-12:30 Weekly Justice of the Peace Service Darfield Library 4 Sept 10:30am Gospel Services Glentunnel Community Centre 4 Sept Greendale School PTA Clearing Sale Mill Road, Greendale 4 Sept 12:30pm Norwood Christchurch Spring Demo Days 352 Hasketts Road, Yaldhurst 4 Sept 5pm Out of Zone Applications Close for Glentunnel School 4 Sept 9am Norwood Christchurch Spring Demo Days 352 Hasketts Road, Yaldhurst 6 Sept Father’s Day 7 Sept 7:30pm Friends of Kirwee Model School AGM Thirsty Acres, Kirwee 8 Sept 6:30pm Darfield Indoor Bowls Hospital Tournament Darfield Rec Centre 11 Sept 10:30am Property Brokers Charity Golf Tournament Hororata Golf Club 12 Sept 10am Spiritual Well being Expo Darfield Rec Centre 12 Sept North Canterbury Wearable Arts Rangiora Baptist Church 13 Sept 10am Selwyn Culture Fest Lincoln Event Centre 14 Sept 10am Rolleston News - Contractors Guide Deadline - info@malvernnews.co.nz 16 Sept 1:30pm U3A—Food For Though Session 1 Darfield Baptist Church 16 Sept 10am Rolleston News - Deadline - info@malvernnews.co.nz 17 Sept Focus for Future Short Film Competition Awards and Screening Te Ara Atea 18 Sept 10am Malvern News - Contractors Guide Deadline - info@malvernnews.co.nz 18 Oct Springfield Festival - Community Market and Classic Car Display 23 Sept 1:30pm U3A—Food For Though Session 2 Darfield Baptist Church 29 Oct Malvern Community Board Awards Evening 30-31 Oct Darfield ITM Fishing Competition Lake Benmore 19 Nov 2pm Glenroy Hall Centenary Glenroy Hall
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Boudreaux and Thibodeaux decided to go snow skiing, so they loaded up Boudreaux’s pickup and headed north. AAer several hours, they were caught in a blizzard and stopped at a nearby farm. An aBracCve widow answered the door. “We have a huge house,” she said, “but I’m afraid the neighbours will talk if I let you stay. I’m recently widowed.” “No problem,” said Boudreaux. “We’ll sleep in the barn.” The next morning, the weather cleared, and the men conCnued their journey. They enjoyed a great weekend of skiing. About nine months later, Boudreaux received a leBer from a lawyer. He found Thibodeaux and asked, “Do you remember that widow whose farm we stayed at?” “Yeah.” “Did you sneak into the house that night and give her my name?” Thibodeaux blushed. “Yes I did go in and talk to her, why?” “Did you give her my name instead of yours?” “Yes. I’m sorry, Boudreaux. What happened?” “She died and leA me the farm, the house and five million dollars!”