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Don't forget about Lead Belly singing "Good Night Irene." Then there's Dylan's "Blowin' in the Wind," an anthem for a generation of youth discovering who they were and where they needed to go to create change within society. Folk has been described as the root of storytelling that has been passed down from generation to generation through the magic of music!
THE EARLY FOLK MOVEMENT Randy and I take a look at the early folk movement and its effect on today's society during this month's Boomer Music Experience, Hub Media audio podcast. As usual, Randy has a vast amount of information to share.
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I would like to invite you to take a moment to read our tribute to Brent Flicks, "Dream a Little Bigger" on page 8. Brent was a very inspirational young man who challenged himself to be the best he could be in life! Check out our all-new Vittoria Page sponsored by The Cider Keg! I stop by the Good Bread Company for a visit at their new location at 15 Lamport Ave.
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WATER, WATER EVERYWHERE If you listen to weather reports, go to a coffee shop, or hang with friends, the conversation this spring of 2019 invariably includes a disdain for the rains and subsequent wet ground. Whether you are a farmer or a residential gardener, it has been difficult to do much in the ground. Even Mother Nature is behind. There are many positive notes though – the water table and marshes are filling with groundwater, the rivers are flushing themselves improving natural stream flows, and the vegetation, grass, trees, flowers, etc., are lush and green. For the angler and the boater, it has not been a great spring for these activities. Heavy rains and strong winds have cancelled many a trip. As a fly fishing guide, it has meant lost business due to heavy, unsafe stream flows and extremely high and dirty waters. For many of the fish that spawn in the spring, the elevated, muddy water has offered them protection from predators as well as human anglers. This could result in higher fry being born. These fry will have to find shelter from the powerful stream flows though. In fact, the first week of June has shown a huge number of migrating rainbow trout fry in several streams and creeks. A very positive sign that reproduction was extremely good. The past two springs the spawning season has shown weak numbers of fry. We will see in four years when they will begin returning to their natal water. The boating angler will have to exercise caution while navigating increased water levels for several reasons. Certainly, one of these is submerged and possibly floating debris. I have witnessed many trees, roots, picnic tables and docks floating in rivers and lakes. These severe flows have scoured the bottom of rivers creating new bars and deep pools. With the off-coloured waters it is difficult to spot these changes to the river bottom. The first time navigating familiar waters drive slowly using sonar to witness first hand these possible navigation hazards. Ramps in many areas are full to the road line. When using a ramp, exercise caution while backing your vehicle and boat trailer into them. The walkways alongside the ramps are mostly underwater creating a slippery hazard waiting for someone to slip off. As an angler, whether flowing water or still waters, your mindset and presentation techniques will have to change. We are going to have to think hard as to what is happening in the fish’s environment. With these high water levels, the fish are going to be situated in different locations than what you have experienced from past years. First off, we have colder water temperatures. The fish will be roaming locating their preferred temperature range. With stronger river flows, the presentation is going to have to be slowed down no matter the technique or bait offered. Coupled with the cooler water temperatures the fish are experiencing two major changes in relationship to the time of the year. If you were fishing shallow water depth in previous years, you may have to fish closer to shore or directly along the shoreline. For instance, Lake Erie is 32 inches higher than the serving Lake erie Boaters previous norm. That is huge in a fish’s world. Fishing my for over 60 years favourite water in mid-June I noticed the water depth to be 9 ½ feet while normally 6 ½ feet. That will mean for the opening day of southwestern Ontario’s bass season, I will be looking for my preferred depth which will definitely be closer to the shoreline and possibly in another area of the lake. Due to extremely high waters and cooler water temperatures, all fish species are later than normal in the reproduction cycle. Please practice selective harvest while determining if you should keep a fish or let it go. Have fun on the waters, but be careful when doing so. Larry can be reached at lmello1647@rogers.com
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WHAT I LEARNED IN 10 DAYS “We can’t return we can only look behind From where we came
And go round and round and round In the circle game.” - Joni Mitchell
“I go as long as I can. Then I go a little longer.” - Gary Ferguson, to me during the race. Some people have asked me what I would get from running and walking around a one-mile loop for ten consecutive days in imperfect weather, trying to go as far as I could. Here is some of what I have learned or reaffirmed: I learned that I still have the desire to compete in extreme running events. I believe it is will that keeps us motivated as we grow older. I want the challenges, especially mentally. I need them in order to get up and be active in the world. I know the clock is ticking inexorably. I have slowed down dramatically, have had knee replacements and a spate of other injuries over the last decade. Recovery from multi-day races takes a long time, weeks for sure and sometimes longer. I am learning to accept it all, to make peace with it and to find contentment in simply being out there. At the same time, I continue to try to figure out how to stop the slide and how to improve my running, speed-walking and race management.
I have long used the numbers, the age group records and so on, as motivators for training and during the races themselves. This year in New Jersey, I aimed for Canadian age group records at 48 hours (I wasn’t close and didn’t really expect to be), 72 hours (I got it by pushing through the third night on my own in heavy rain) and 6 days (coming within 5 miles of my effort from last year). These interim goals helped me to break the 10 days into more manageable smaller pieces and to give me more focus. I was using the numbers to get me through long days. Most people can’t relate to these numbers. Their interest is limited, and their eyes tend to glaze over when the number of days and hundreds of miles are mentioned. However, I am finding that the races now are much more about the people and much less about the numbers. I like it that way. I spent decades chasing numbers, using them as indicators of my dedication, training and strength as a runner. Now I try to enjoy the whole experience, not just the complexities of pushing myself to my physical and mental limits. The pleasure of supporting the other competitors in these long events seems to increase each time. This year I was able to get help for others in obtaining foot care (although not handled by me, but by my brilliant crew-member, Sandy), provide methods for drying clothes and shoes (engineered by my hard-working crew-member, Steve) and offer an ice cream treat. Similarly, I have become more aware of the selflessness and generosity of others and of the mindset that we are all in this together. The full experience is mostly about the people, but it is also about the environment. In New Jersey, I am on the course during all parts of the day and night on different days. I get to experience pre-dawn as the birds first start chirping, the increasing light and activity of the new day, the smells of breakfast cooking, the sun sometimes beating down on the back straightaway, the increasing shade and protection of the late afternoon and the quiet and solitude of the middle of the night. It wasn’t always that way for me. I remember after completing the JFK 50 miler, a friend remarked how enjoyable it was to run on the towpath alongside the river. I replied, “There was a river there?” I am learning to listen more and to sometimes accept
the advice of others. It has been a hard lesson for me. When Sandy and my friend George told me to take a day off to protect an infected toe, I was able to tell myself that they were more knowledgeable and that I needed to accept their advice. I know that I can still push myself. I know that I can block out the conditions when necessary and that bad weather will eventually pass. I can still achieve results that I personally find satisfying. I was reminded that life continues to offer highlights, one of which I documented last month in my magic moments with Gina and Doyle. Also after the race, I was able to observe and appreciate Sandy running freely and happily on the Appalachian Trail. We have to accept becoming slower and needing more time to recover. In my view, we need to be at peace with who we are and find the positives. We need to fight the decline of old age with grace and humour, without fear. We must carry on with determination, not a feeling of hopelessness. Perhaps the most challenging part of growing old isn’t the aging, it’s fighting the urge to give up. It seems to me a worthy goal to try to do whatever you do to the best of your ability. During the ten days, I learned that I still love the sport and the selfimposed challenges, even when I don’t achieve all that I might have liked to.
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DREAM A LITTLE
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THE WORLD CAN BE A LONELY PLACE ...IF YOU DON'T BELIEVE IN YOURSELF! Writing is something I enjoy... well, most of the time anyway! I find that writing is much easier when there is an emotional attachment. I can draw upon that deep feeling that is trying to expose itself, and the words tend to flow. It can be draining at times. It can leave you questioning everything you believe in. At other times it opens a whole new world of discovery! There have been times when I finish a story, and I know I am done with it. For me, there is simply nothing left to say. I never look back anymore; I look forward... to finding a new story that digs at my emotions and challenges my beliefs! As the years have passed, some of my writing has evolved (I said some... others are still a work in progress!). The secret is to never stop learning, exploring and living! My friend Brent did all this and so much more. He taught me to look at life from a different perspective. Let me tell you a little about Brent "B-FLIX" Flicks. Brent was our co-op student for The Hub back in our newspaper days. I have to be honest, when I first met Brent I wasn't sure he had what it took to be a writer. He did a couple of newspaper articles for us, but he didn't write anything personal that really stood out. He always talked to me about writing music lyrics, and he said he was experimenting with poetry. I appreciated his determination, I just never realized just how strong his will was! When the co-op ended he moved on, as did I. We touched base occasionally through emails and Facebook. He decided to commit to his music and leave school. I thought, "Wow, he is really going for it!" A couple of years later Brent was working away on his third CD, and I asked if I could do a story. He was all for it, so I headed out to visit and see how Brent was doing. Our conversation began with our focus on sports (golf, Raptors, Leafs...) and then moved on to his music and poetry. Brent showed me some of his latest artistic achievements. I asked Brent to email some of his lyrics and poetry so I could read them over. I left feeling like it would be a good story, and I liked helping a friend get the word out about his latest achievements. I started the story and struggled, my perspective felt wrong, the story was weak. Then I opened the email and began to read the lyrics that Brent had sent.
I realized the huge mistake I had made! The lyrics I read spoke to me. Brent's words were his magic, a gift many of us can never find or explore. His life was coming out in his writing. It instantly opened my eyes to a higher level of understanding and appreciation of Brent! Brent had found his writing soul, pouring it out for all of us to feel. The connection is a deeply personal moment that is freeing for a writer and understanding that feeling is an apex of emotional satisfaction. Once I was armed with this new knowledge of my friend, the story flowed freely! You see my problem when initially trying to write this story is one a lot of us encountered during those early years of knowing Brent. I saw a person in a wheelchair slowly succumbing to Spinal Muscular Atrophy. When I experienced Brent's writing, all the physical disabilities disappeared, and I saw the heart and soul of an artist expressing his wants and desires, his passion, his love and his goals! He dared to dream a little bigger and believed in himself. Brent knew his talent, and he took full advantage of the time he had. Brent recently passed away on May 20, 2019. He was just a young man with many goals still to accomplish. But you know, Brent took those years he had and did all he could with the tools he had. Most of us will never reach the level of insight that Brent found in his life, but we can share his dreams with others. Enjoy the lyrics we are sharing from Brent's music and experience a moment in Brent's world. Be free, my friend!
“PRAY FOR A BETTER DAY�
"PLEASE LISTEN"
We're all different, we're not the same We all have a purpose, but we change everyday We all have judgments, and first impressions And all my life I've always had just one question (why does it matter) If her eyes aren't straight (why does it matter) If his learning is delayed (CHORUS) (I pray) Pray for a better day (I pray) Pray for a better day
I'm so tired of the same and I just need a break from this, 'cause I'm so tired of the same and I just need a break from this, 'cause
We all have images, and thoughts in our mind I have to ask this but I really don't know why Why does it matter what a person looks like All that should count is what's on the inside (why does it matter) If her eyes aren't straight (why does it matter) If his learning is delayed (why does it matter) If he walks with a limp (why does it matter) If she cries from givin' in (CHORUS) (I pray) Pray for a better day (I pray) Pray for a better day (I pray) Yeah, I pray for a better day (I pray) And we pray for a better day Why does it matter, Why does it matter What if you spent the week walking in his shoes Would you see life from a whole different point of view Would you live each day as if it was your last And stop concerning yourself with white or black He says what's on his mind, and how he feels In hopes that someday these dark wounds will somehow heal But now the time has come, to let the pain wash away 'Cause we're all beautiful We're all beautiful This man had talent, and through his music, he was telling his story and teaching us life lessons that we need to identify with. The passion and hope displayed within the song remind us of what really matters in life. This song on the second album was another story we need to take the time to understand and appreciate. I believe that we are being asked to take heed and look at life from another perspective.
This one is for the others like me That don't appear in discussions on equality All my brothers and sisters on ODSP And if you get a job they take half of your salary I'm sorry but pocket change doesn't pay the bills It's like society doesn't think we're real I'm just trying to be heard but I've got a weak voice This position I'm in, know it wasn't my choice But I wouldn't change it, because I have a chance To change the world like very few can To make a stand and be more than music Point your finger at me and you might just lose it 'Cause together we can rise, apart we will fall If you haven't been through it you know nothing at all But you can still learn, you can still help If we tag team, we can wear that belt (CHORUS) I'm tired of the same, And I'm ready for change But if people don't listen Then it's just the same prison, oh Please listen Please listen If you rode on my wheels You would see some things are missin' I'm tired of the same And I'm ready for change But if people don't listen Then it's just the same prison, oh Please listen Please listen If you rode on my wheels You would see some things are missin' You're in a position of power, so do somethin' We write these letters but they don't do nothin' Should I be ruthless, that's not how I was raised Nobody pays attention, but I'm never fazed
I've been diggin' deep, made a well of my soul I can't express the things my heart already knows Like the roads that I'm ready travel Gotta shake off the nerves and prepare for battle 'Cause I ask myself, why can't it be me That molds minds, and makes people see The metal that surrounds isn't who I am But it sure helps me see who's really a friend Who's really a foe, who doesn't get it at all It's about time we start a movement and take control 'Cause we can contribute, we can provide A view that many are too scared to even find This song from his third album says it all… very inspiring and full of hope!
"I CAN FLY" featuring D.O. (CHORUS) I can fly, I can fly, I can fly, I know that I can fly I can fly, I can fly, I can fly, I know that I can fly I can fly, I can fly, I can fly, I know that I can fly I can fly, I can fly, I can fly, I know that I can fly A new day, a new road The right time for me to take control Rev the engine, press the gas pedal I'm an elevator, take it to the next level Everyday I try just to keep the hope alive Bring inspiration to every kid worldwide Hold your dreams high, put 'em up in the sky You cannot be denied, you're the pilot just fly I know-oh that I can fly, I know-oh that I can fly BOOM!
(CHORUS) I can fly, I can fly, I can fly I know that I can fly (you know I can fly) I can fly, I can fly, I can fly I know that I can fly (you know I can fly) I can fly, I can fly, I can fly I know that I can fly (you know I can fly) I can fly, I can fly, I can fly I know that I can fly (you know I can fly) I got a feelin' that I can do anything I can fly even if they clip my wings I can soar, don't believe take another look I believe I can fly, don't need an R Kelly hook I know that anything is possible Even if they wanna say it's illogical Only call that I make is an audible Stay driven, don't matter what the obstacle I could write pages about his health and setbacks, but that wasn't who Brent was. He was a storyteller who brings his life and dreams alive with music - Rare is the person capable of such feats! In the last interview, I did a few years back, I asked Brent if there was anybody he would like to thank. Brent said, "I would like to thank my right-hand man, Shane McCurdy, without him I wouldn't be where I am in music. Rob Lamothe, and the entire Lamothe family, for being incredible mentors and supporters. Everybody that I've worked with, thank you for lending your talents and time. To Drake for being such a massive inspiration. To my family, friends, and fans, thank you for always believing in everything that I do; more specifically, my parents, without them, none of this would be possible." Thank you to Frank Douglas, Authentik Designs, @XShotit and Patrick Murphy for their photographs.
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IS YOUR LIVING TOO EASY? BARB ANSTEAD, Holistic Nutritionist
SUPPORTIVE TOOLS HOLIDAYS, MODERATION AND BALANCE These 3 words may not always work together as we typically cram a lot of life, socializing, and activity, frantically into what usually feels like a very short season here in Southern Ontario! It’s not uncommon for our health and vitality to experience a few twists and turns as we navigate the season with friends and family both at home and during travel. Digestive and overall health concerns can pop up suddenly and affect our enjoyment because of a variety of seasonal challenges. Are you looking for a few tips and a bit of prep and awareness to assist in making this season the enjoyable time we look so forward to? If so, Read on!
PROACTIVE IDEAS IN THE “SOME-RTIME” - BALANCING INDULGENCE AND INTENTION WITH THE 80/20 APPROACH Previous articles have touched on the 80/20 balance and how it can facilitate a healthier you while still enabling you to enjoy the aspects of life that bring you pleasure. Whether it is what we are eating, drinking, sun exposure, or even in exercise, moderation and balance are key – overdoing even a good thing is not serving us well. Unwanted weight gain, intoxication and dehydration are just a few of the issues that can and should be avoided through mindful approaches and pre-planned indulgences. The consequences of any of these can potentially be mild to lifethreatening. The 80/20 approach is a great prescription to apply for yearround health and involves 80% of your choices being nutrient dense and health-promoting with 20% being on the *slightly indulgent side (provided you are overall healthy, and with stable habits 80% of the time). **Those with poor habits, diet and lifestyle or chronic health issues are likely to suffer negative effects even at this balance.
Holidays usually mean different food choices which can be balanced with supplements such as digestive enzymes, probiotics and occasionally activated charcoal and a good quality B-Complex vitamin. Minerals will definitely need to be replaced if dehydration is a risk regardless of the cause – sweating, prolonged exertion or sun exposure, alcohol consumption, certain medications, improper nutrition, diarrhea/loose bowel movements or chronic health conditions can all play a role here. Investigate healthier versions of your favourite indulgences – it has never been easier for us to access information and recipes to discover delicious and healthier versions of our favourite sometimes treats. Blood sugars can be thrown off easily with alcohol consumption - quality fibre, protein and healthy fat can help keep us more stable and will also help with weight control. Omega 3’s are always key for reducing inflammation, independent of cause.
OTHER TAKE AWAY TIPS Take the time to breathe and have fun, the season is short for certain, so enjoy. Please stay safe in the sun, on the roads and in all of your activities but with a mind to the long-term health and safety of yourselves and others! (Certain conditions and medications require extra care and caution in the sun.) Proactive and preventive is always easier than fixing problems after the damage is done! Be mindful of insects and use appropriate precautions, clothing and products to avoid unnecessary health risks and research the areas you will be in. At Dover Apothecary, we care about your health and are here to serve and answer your health and wellness questions! Always seek professional advice for your own unique and specific health concerns! Barb Anstead NNCP I barb@healthywellandwise.ca
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QUESTION: NOW THAT IT IS ALLERGY SEASON, WHY DO I STRUGGLE TO BREATHE WITH MY CPAP? ANSWER: When you are congested, whether it is from a cold, allergies or something else, it is caused by lack of humidification in your nasal passage and upper airways. If you are experiencing this and having difficulty wearing your CPAP, adjusting the humidification on your CPAP will help. Increasing the humidification on your CPAP machine will help your body’s natural humidification by providing the moisture that your body is lacking. Additionally, if your CPAP machine allows for this, try using a heated tubing system, if you are not doing so. This will allow for better control and more accurate humidification. Not all CPAP systems are designed for a heated tube, but if your machine is, it would be a good item to use if you are experiencing congestion. SIMCOE 519-426-1113 I 39 Kent St N Unit 2 Simcoe I Mon-Fri: 8:30am-4:30pm Sat: By apt only TILLSONBURG 519-842-5353 I 169 Broadway St Unit A Tillsonburg I Mon-Tues: 9am-3pm Wed-Fri: 9:30am-5pm Sat: By apt only
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CERVICAL SPONDYLOSIS: WHAT A PAIN IN THE NECK Cervical Spondylosis is a very common wear and tear disorder that affects the 7 vertebrae of the cervical spine. Commonly referred to as arthritis of the neck, research has indicated that 85% of individuals over 60 will experience some form of this degeneration with varying degrees depending on common risk factors. Cervical Spondylosis can be characterized as the deterioration of intervertebral discs and the change in both the shape and density of the vertebrae. As we age, the intervertebral discs between the vertebrae with the primary role of shock absorption, wear down and can result in bone on bone contact between the vertebrae. The vertebrae themselves also lose the ability to retain water, resulting in them becoming weak and dry, increasing the chances of bone spur development. Although this age related affliction doesn't have a cure, there are options for its management. Besides age, other risk factors that can increase the likelihood of Cervical Spondylosis include a family history of neck pain, previous trauma to the cervical region, occupation and smoking. Trauma to the cervical region causes damage to cartilage and decreases the integrity of the joints, escalating degeneration. Occupations contribute largely to the degeneration of the cervical spine, especially jobs with frequent neck motion or overhead work. Repetition and ergonomically unsound movements will eventually lead to degeneration. Smoking damages all aspects of the body and has also been linked to microvascular disease, the damaging of blood vessels, decreasing their ability to transport nutrients to the intervertebral discs. These factors can have symptoms including chronic neck pain and stiffness, headaches and loss of mobility in the cervical spine. Cervical Spondylosis can be treated to make symptoms more manageable through physical therapy methods including manual soft tissue work, heat therapy and spinal decompression, all of which are offered at Great Lakes Physiotherapy. Come see us at our Simcoe or Delhi location if the wear and tear is getting too much to bear!
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THE IMPORTANCE OF PEER SUPPORT IN RECOVERY FOR THOSE LIVING WITH MENTAL ILLNESS Growing up, I often felt different. Being an adolescent in a time where the internet, YouTube, and Netflix weren’t widely used yet (or created!), I didn’t feel like I had a lot of information available to me to help with my own mental health struggles. I remember when I was about 8 years old, I briefly saw a TV advertisement for an upcoming special on OCD, but it ended before I could hear when and where it would be televised! Mental health was not widely discussed or offered in my elementary school, so I continued to feel like I was different, and alone. I was always interested in mental health and human psychology, so I decided to pursue these courses in post-secondary education. At that time, courses about mental illness were named “Abnormal Psychology,” which further stigmatized these illnesses and made me feel even more alone! I decided to take on my recovery on my own, as I felt this was my only choice. Practicing relaxation methods including deep breathing, positive self-talk, and physical exercise allowed me to manage my symptoms. However, it wasn’t until I discovered other Peer Supporters that I really felt like I could speak about my struggles with anxiety and OCD. I still sometimes find it difficult to talk about my symptoms for fear of seeming odd, but my employment as a Peer Support Worker has helped enormously, as I am lucky enough to be able to share stories with others who also might feel “different.” Peer Support can be an important piece of recovery, as being able to talk with others about something that has historically been hidden is incredibly freeing. People don’t need to feel like they’re alone – because they aren’t! If we can talk together about what we are going through, we can also work together to find solutions. I feel that I’ve learned so much about my own illness through Peer Support, and I hope that I have been able to help others along their journey toward recovery as well. No matter what you might be dealing with, there are people out there who have experienced similar symptoms, and now, help is easier to access than ever before. You are NOT alone. You DESERVE happiness. You CAN recover!
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FROM THE CHAIR.
Summer is officially here! While we enjoy the warmer weather and sunshine, our hair colour can sometimes end up looking faded. With proper care and quality products, we can help keep your hair colour looking fresh and vibrant and help protect it from the sun. Remember, you can wear a stylish hat that protects your hair from the sun and keeps you cool as well! Try not to shampoo your hair too often, instead use a dry shampoo in between washings and try only to wash your hair 2-3 times/ week. If you need to wet it in between for any reason, try to not shampoo and just use conditioner. Also using sulfate free products can make a huge difference in the summer. You may want to consider adding a hair mask to your weekly routine. The sun and added heat can make your hair look less shiny and feel drier, and a mask will deeply nourish, moisturize and protect the hair fibre and will also restructure and revitalize your hair. Lastly, use products that offer UV protection or that shield your hair from the sun; we love to use the Pureology colour fanatic spray. Now get out there and enjoy your summer! 355 Main St, Port Dover, ON N0A 1N0 www.bladesalon.ca 519-583-2021
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