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By: Dave Scott As guys, we are not the brightest lot. We run the gambit of thinking we know everything, to being the last to learn from our mistakes! We often need checks and balances to get through the simplest tasks!

Thankfully, we can learn and grow because of the women in our world!

Today, I propose we take a few minutes and look back over our lives at the women who have helped shape the people we are today. It may surprise you just how much influence they have had.

Of course, with Mother's Day right around the corner, we will all be thinking about our moms, but don't stop there. Dig deeper within yourself and thank all those who made you a better person!

Conversations with women can take on a different context than what a couple of guys of my era talk about.

I discovered early on that a chat with a friend who was a girl could have much more depth and broader perspectives and that I was learning to understand life differently.

To my wife, for her never-ending positive attitude, her empathy to help every single child she meets, and her smile that shines each and every day. She reminds me that I am the lucky one.

My mother's relentless work ethic and drive flowed over to my sisters, brother, and me. She has survived and thrived because she can adapt to any situation.

Her life has not been easy.

Both my grandmothers were caring and loving, and they carried an air of selfconfidence that helped me along life's path.

To my late friend, Pat Grant, who showed vast compassion for helping other women in strife and did whatever she could to help those around her in an era when questions were not asked. She was a trailblazer her whole life.

One of my oldest friends from kindergarten is someone with whom I have shared life's ups and downs over the years! She has always been supportive and had a positive influence on my life.

My first girlfriend in grade six was, even then, so far out of my league. She is just a super-intelligent, thoughtful, caring person.

All the ladies over the years I worked with provided insight into life and displayed resilience when life got tough!

To the many women I have known who have battled cancer, some have overcome, and some have not. Their strength and belief in themselves to fight the good fight and conquer their fears.

Thank you to the nurse who rode in the ambulance with me for her caring and thoughtful reassurance.

To the lady at the coffee shop who recently smiled when I was having a challenging morning and told me to have a great day!

So remember to thank the women who have made you a better person and helped you understand, grow, and see beyond your insecurities.

Enjoy the day, and thank you.

By: Dave Scott

IT'S TIME TO PLAY THE MUSIC

I had a moment last week when I came across the Muppets doing Carpool Karaoke with Jason Sudeikis.

I had to sit and watch the 20-minute video because the Muppets never grow old… literally! I'm a grown man who still wants to be a kid watching The Muppet Show.

It was exciting to see Kermit, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Teeth and the Electric Mayhem, Gonzo and the chickens, Swedish Chef, Pepe and the grumpy old guys (Statler and Waldorf).

Funny how it just gives me that warm, cosy kid feeling for a few minutes and allows everything to be right in the world for a brief while.

The corny jokes and sing-along were just enough permission from the Muppets to say it's okay… you're still just a kid at heart!

We forget the little things in our younger lives that made us smile and enjoy the moment; it

IT'S TIME TO LIGHT THE LIGHTS...

does not hurt to revisit those happy thoughts and movements along one's life journey.

Next time you see a video that makes you smile, remember to stop and take it in; your day will shine a little more!

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When I look back on my life, what I am most grateful for are the many friendships I have had and enjoyed through the years. When I was very young, we lived in a neighbourhood with many kids. We got together in our free time and played games like Red Light Green Light, Red Rover, many kinds of Tag and our favourite, Hide and Seek. I remember those days as carefree, conflict-free and full of laughter. When I was a little older, about ten, sports became my passion.

I spent my time at the local community park and on teams. Again, all my memories are of fun with my friends.

Every day I looked forward to playing whatever sport was in season. When I went to high school, I met a whole new group of people, my classmates and teammates. By the end of my years there, I was part of a large clique, not the really cool ones, but interesting, funny ones. From that group came my first two girlfriends, both charismatic and wonderful. As an undergrad at the University of Toronto, once more, I was part of a large circle that included a few of my high school friends. Those years were all about the social life, and I got to know so many intriguing people, including Juta, who would later become my partner and wife of over

forty years. When I went out into the work world, I was introduced to a whole new group, some of whom have remained my friends ever since. I taught in seven schools and had friendships with colleagues at all of them. Along the way, I played organized hockey and softball, often on the same team for years. The best part of it was all the laughs with the other players. Beginning in 1976, I became a runner.

I have ended up competing for over four decades. Along the way, I have made so many friends and gathered so many stories that some people probably think that is all I’m about.

Very shortly, I will be headed to New Jersey for the multi-day race for the seventh time. Each year I continue to go, it becomes less about how many miles I will complete and more about the friends I get to see once again. In the months prior to the event, I periodically scan the entry list, in order to learn who has signed up and I am instantly happy when I find certain names.

The more I think about it, the more I realize I can’t separate any part of my life from friends who have always been integral to the experience. The happiest day of my life was the day of my marriage. We were married by a minister who was a close friend of my dad, and our reception took place outdoors at Juta’s parents’ cottage. We didn’t send out any invitations; the word was just spread informally. It was such a great, easy-going party, attended by both sets of parents, our siblings, Juta’s best friend and family from England and virtually all our friends. The ceremony took place on a hot August Friday, and many of our friends stayed for the weekend, tenting all over the cottage property. We just hung out, recovering from the late-night party, swimming and eating more of the terrific food.

The saddest time of my life was when Juta died. I was lost.

The service took place a few days after her death. I had help informing people, but still, we missed some. Others were not able to attend because of employment obligations or travel issues. But thankfully, I had an opportunity to talk with many friends and to be touched by their condolences and memories. Two of my closest friends of over fifty years stayed with me at the house overnight after the funeral. We sat around chatting, and they took me out to breakfast the

next morning. Many others offered support in different ways over the following months. So, in times of immense joy and immense sadness, again, my life is intertwined with friends.

who are also honest. We know the key element in friendship is honesty. We have to work to always remember that the truth needs to be spoken with kindness.

Even when their value has been recognized and acknowledged, the majority of friendships fall away at some point, often as a result of new priorities or changing locations. The further we physically move apart, the more effort it takes to sustain the friendship. Of course, for both sides, evolving lives mean that new friendships can develop and, thus, time available may be diminished. This seems to be a natural, unremarkable fact in life.

It gets tricky when you have to choose between your friend and your personal ethics. If you must, then is your friend worth violating your boundaries? Are your boundaries worth separating yourself from your friend? You may have to choose one path. You will have regrets no matter which you choose.

Some friendships may end because of a change in one’s outlook or because of a specific occurrence.

Again, this may be completely natural, or it may be something that the friends wish to address rather than let the friendship end. I have found that it is best to talk things through together when needed. The friend with the issue can talk while the other listens. Then the second friend can express their views. The two friends try their best to come to a solution. This talk-through will work when both friends can be calm and not too emotional. True friends will tell each other the truth, no matter how harsh it might be. True friends will listen to it. If a friendship is strong enough, it means your friend knows you don’t say it to hurt them.

The more honest we are, the deeper the friendships we build with those

I hope none of us find ourselves in such a situation very often. May we all have true friends.

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Personally and professionally, it is a season of inspiration and, often, positive (even, new directions and exciting) change!

Meeting all of you has been a pleasure! As part of my commitment to myself, I will now be full time, by appointment, at my home office practice in Simcoe, to serve my clients and community. I am happy to announce I will continue to collaborate with Mike Marini at Dover Apothecary, for store event days and community events. Please feel free to email barb@healthywellandwise or call 519-410-3544 to be notified of events, workshops, and presentations or to book a consultation. The last 6.5 years have been more than an honour.

I look forward to continuing to write for The Hub, doing videos and being a resource and contact person for our Apothecary Family.

I encourage all of you to show up for yourselves as well. We are never too old to make changes that affect us positively, even if they seem uncomfortable at first.

I have always reminded my clients not to "give away" their own power. Credit should be given where it is due.

Stepping into action or making an educated decision to change resonates with you, which is huge! No one, absolutely no one, is more

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As a Registered Nutritional Therapist, I do all that I can to share my passion for educating and empowering my clients, along with years of my own experience and the successes of my clients. This journey of mine is an amalgamation of accumulated knowledge, refined through 35 years. Much of it is sourced with knowledge filtered through centuries. Scientific evidence is of great import, but we will continue, on this great adventure of learning, to "disprove" theories that have been considered "proven" before because we have new information or now know to look at something in a different light. Anecdotal evidence is an accumulated evolution of theories and experiences but without the formality and financial component called scientific evidence. It needs to be carefully examined but also should not be discredited.

There is no replacement for solid, qualified professional attention and the appropriate diagnostics. Self-medicating and suppressing symptoms is never a safe or sustainable approach. Innate wisdom is a powerful tool.

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Seek a healthcare team with the tools and knowledge that align with your goals and needs to be your guidance and support system. Each of us has the potential to be our own strongest or weakest link. Nobody can do the work for us, though. As individuals, we can step into responsibility, choose to advocate for ourselves and apply the tools and skills deemed to be best for our situation.

All facets of our lives offer up potential and opportunities for a tuneup.

Whether you choose to tackle something big or something little, overall, you can be sure it is still a positive step. Your mind and body will thank you for it.

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Lucia's passion has always been helping children grow happy, healthy, safe and successful. As a teacher, Lucia facilitated Restorative Circles in the classroom, ensuring students had the opportunity to self-regulate, collectively make decisions and practice leadership-building skills.

Lucia also implemented a "coach's" attitude with students as she assisted them in setting and achieving academic and personal goals throughout the school year. In Lucia's classroom, the curriculum was covered, and students discovered how to be responsible for their future by taking ownership of their actions.

Lucia's desire to help children live life fully, safely and joyfully is what led her to reconnect with her writing ambitions and write children's books. Lucia believes that, "Through stories, children can have fun, learn, and be inspired." Lucia definitely writes books with a purpose. Her stories are wellwritten, thoughtful and thought-provoking. Each book includes suggestions for fun activities or extended learning.

AnyTime Story™ Books - can be read day or night. "These are stories that are for fun, for cuddling, for being together and sharing together." The first in this series is Peter's Pocket, a book about a little boy who happens to be blind, independent and generous. Peter's Pocket is fun, sweet and demonstrates how giving away your treasured items can empty your pockets but leave your heart full. The book naturally lends itself to talking about the days of the week, colours, numbers, kindness, diversity, independence and sharing.

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Hello, I’m Kevin, and I’m here with Brook Martin from the Simcoe Food Garden!

Where is the garden going to be located?

Waterworks Park, on the corner of Chapel and Nelson Street in Simcoe, Ontario.

How did it get started?

Tamra, who runs an anti-poverty group called Rise, reached out to me about starting a forest ecosystem.

What is going to be growing there?

Canary trees, nut trees, berry trees and bushes, fruit trees, vining plants for fruit, flowers for pollinators, etc. A forest ecosystem. Most will be perennials and a diverse variety, so they are ready to be picked at different times throughout the different seasons.

Why did you decide on a food forest?

It will supply free, nutrient-rich foods to the community and, over time, will be selfsustaining with minimal upkeep.

Is it for everyone in the community?

Absolutely, the food forest is free for everyone.

Will some items be donated to the local food banks?

Yes, if there are some foods not picked by the community, then they will be donated so they do not spoil and go to waste.

How will the food forest be funded?

At this time, funding is by donation only.

Are you looking for volunteers and donations?

Yes, we are. You can reach out to volunteer or donate via phone call (519-410-7566), email (SimcoeFoodForest@outlook.com) and messaging through our Facebook page (Simcoe Food Forest).

What are your hopes for the food forest in the future?

We are hoping to expand over the quarteracre we currently have and other parks across Norfolk County once this pilot project is worked out and running.

Thank you for your time. I look forward to enjoying some nutrient foods from the Simcoe Food Garden!

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