THE HUB Magazine, January 2019

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VOLUME 7 ISSUE 1

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JANUARY 2019

RANDY... IN REVIEW

2018.

Last but not least, one of Randy’s highlights was helping out with a best bud's family wedding.

With 2019 here, Randy already has bookings coming in. If you have a big event coming up, give Randy a call and let him help get the show on the road! Dave Scot t

With 2018 now in the rearview mirror, Randy and I decided to take a moment to reflect on the year that was, and look at some of the highlights for KlassyFM. The early summer Hippie Street Dance in Port Dover was a blast that Randy won’t soon forget. Everyone was decked out in their 60’s wear, dancing to the music of the times.

Randy thinks there may be a few more dances like that this year, what with this being the 50th anniversary of Woodstock.

Another high point was the Run for the Cure Fashion Show at the Delhi District German Home. Randy was dressed to PROFESSIONAL DJ SERVICES the nines and enjoyed doing the event to its fullest. A special NAtIONAL PRESIDENt’S AwARD thanks, goes out to Gail Catherwood for all she does.

RANDY HALMO DJ wINNINg PROFESSIONAL A milestone was reached this year as well when Randy was “Entertainment as DJ Unique and Professional the DJ for the Norfolk Cardiac Club Dinner and Dance for the Individual as You Are” Phone: 519-583-9771 519-426-4750 • Email: rh@klassyfmdj.com 20th year in a row.

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Leanne Gauthier-Helmer is a keen naturalist and photographer who focuses on Environmental Education as a format in which to help people appreciate the beauty and fascinating history of the natural world around us. When Leanne is not working with the creative crews at Fanshawe College, Long Point Eco-Adventures, and Nature’s Calling Environmental Education, she can often be found exploring the woodlots and wetlands of Ontario with her family and camera in tow. Find more information about Leanne’s upcoming Nature Photography Workshop on Facebook at Blue Planet Adventures, LGH Photography.

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HEATHER 'ANISH' ANDERSON - HIKE YOUR OWN HIKE - PART 2 “My goal was basically to do these trails exactly how I wanted to do them at any given point in time. It was good; it was refreshing. I wanted this to unfold: an area of growth for me. You can’t ever go wrong on a long journey, you’re always going to come out the other side with new insights.”

- Heather Anderson The calendar year Triple Crown is most likely the most difficult challenge of the North American thruhiking world. To complete the task, one must hike the 2190 mile Appalachian Trail (AT), the 3100 mile Continental Divide Trail and the 2650 mile Pacific Coast Trail, for a total of just under 8000 miles, all in the same year. There are, of course, the challenges of terrain and distance, but even more so, the insufficient number of good weather hiking months.

Spring and autumn can both be hazardous times in the mountains.

Nevertheless, Heather Anderson decided that 2018 would be her year to attempt to become the first female to accomplish the feat. She chose this year because it was the 50th anniversary of the National Trail System Act. As planned, she set off from the southern terminus of the AT, Springer Mt. in Georgia, on March 1.

But even the first day brought a major surprise. At the top of the mountain, her boyfriend, who had accompanied her to the start, proposed to her. So she had lots to think about as she headed off on her

own. Progress was slow due to unexpected winter conditions that presented frigid winds and some snowdrifts as high as her waist. In the mornings, she would have to pull on frozen socks and shoes. In the first month, Heather was only able to cover 850 miles as she hiked north. March had brought a great deal of snow, leaving seasonal shops, and roads normally used to get out for supplies, still closed for the winter. On the other hand, concerns regarding bears, snakes, ticks and a trail crowded with people, were eliminated.

One day in Virginia, Anderson thought she could reach a shelter before a storm arrived, but she got caught in icy rain and her clothes became drenched before she was able to get her rain gear on. She did reach a campsite, but the spot where she was able to stake her tent was on slanted ground and the area flooded. The rain then turned to snow.

Heather spent the night shivering until she could hike out when it got light and be able to dry her gear when the next town was reached. She later wrote on Instagram that the thing that thru-hiking has taught her, more than anything, is acceptance. One has to accept what is and what is not and not waste mental energy on wishing things were different.

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Put the kit in the trunk of your car

 CHECK WEATHER AND ROAD CONDITIONS OFTEN and allow your vehicle time to warm up with your Pro Start remote start system.

Choose the route you'll take ahead of time and check the weather forecast to make sure you know what to expect before you hit the road.

If you find yourself behind a snowplough, maintain a safe distance. Snowplough drivers do not always have the best visibility and can create clouds of snow that can reduce your visibility. Keep your wiper fluid topped up with Rain X De-Icer.

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If you don't already have them, get winter tires. CT carries all the name brands: Goodyear, Michelin, Continental, Bridgestone, Hankook and Uniroyal to name a few.

Snow tires provide better traction, handling, braking and can shorten your braking distance by as much as 25%. All-season tires are not the same as winter tires. They lose their grip when the temperature dips below 7˚C.

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Make sure you clean all windows, mirrors, lights and the roof. Wait for any foggy windows to clear up, so your visibility isn't poor.

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It's a good idea to layer up in the winter time, but having too many layers can restrict your movement and make it difficult to check your blind spot.

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It can help reduce moisture in the fuel system and also adds extra weight to your vehicle to slow it down.

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As we prepared our list for a long drive over the holidays, we had the typical items on it. You know, the usual stuff... clothes, presents, skates, sticks, snacks, all the fun things you need. That's when I began to realise that when we travel north of Ottawa, into Quebec, some of the roads will be out in the middle of nowhere. The last thing I wanted was to be stuck somewhere with no tools or safety equipment. Hmmm, I was going to need a plan and some sort of kit… just in case an emergency popped up! It's best to be prepared for anything.

I stopped by our local Canadian Tire store where I was able to purchase a Premium Auto Safety Kit. It is compact while providing you with all the basic essentials needed to help keep you safe on the road. This kit is ideal for long-distance drives, winter driving, and family vehicles. The kit contains 86 components including critical ones like air compressor, booster cables, tow strap and fleece blanket.

TOOLKIT: contains multi-tool, LED flashlight, (1) D Cell battery, tire gauge, and a 2-in-1 screwdriver 60-PIECE FIRST AID KIT: includes instruction card, (5) towelettes, (10) sterile cotton balls, (40) adhesive strips, 2-piece tape strips, and (2) 2" x 2" (5 x 5 cm) gauze pads ALSO INCLUDED ARE: knit gloves, roll of duct tape, emergency poncho, (10) cable ties, window mount reflective triangle, 8' (2.43 m) 8-gauge booster cable CCA, 14' (4.26 m) 4500 lb (2041 lb) capacity tow strap, signal cone and a carrying case ONE YEAR OF FREE ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE is included - that alone is worth it!

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Plastics and the Outdoors DO THEY BELONG TOGETHER? There is one thing that angers me when walking and participating in recreational activities in the outdoors – discarded coffee cups, plastic water bottles and dog poop in plastic garbage bags. Do you notice a common theme here – all contain plastic. It is a known fact that it requires multiple decades for plastic to decompose. Plastic pollution is one of the most important environmental problems that we face today.

I just don’t understand how a person can carry a full container of liquid into the outdoors and then once empty, simply toss it aside, when it has no weight!

People who walk their dog along trails and pick up their excrement and put it a plastic bag must have the right intention, but for some reason, leave it alongside the trail. It will take a long time for that plastic bag to decompose. In the meantime, I look at the same white or green bag for months. It would be much better if they let their pet just relieve itself in the wild since within days the faeces is breaking down. While not necessarily the right approach, it is far better than the plastic bag left on the side of the trail or riverbank.

Have you considered how much water is required to produce the non-reusable water bottle you purchase? The answer – three times what the actual water bottle can hold. What a waste of a valuable environmental resource. Then what do most people do with it? – throw it aside or place it in the garbage headed for the landfill site rather than recycle the bottle.

I don’t believe any of us realise just how many plastic straws are used. In Canada, there are over 57 million straws used each day. In the United States, 500 million straws are used per day. Not in a year, not in a week, but every day! You might say, “Who cares? I recycle them.” But did you know that straws are made of plastic that is too small and thin to be recycled? It is nice to note that many eateries and bars are now either eliminating straws or replacing plastic straws with an alternative straw made of recyclable material.

Plastic was invented in 1907. It was a huge breakthrough and certainly contributed to making our lives easier and added to our day-to-day convenience. But we never realised the impact it would have on our environment, especially in properly disposing of plastics. It is estimated that 79 per cent of plastic waste ends up in landfill sites and the natural environment each year.

About 8 million metric tonnes of plastic are thrown into the ocean annually. Of that, 236,000 metric tonnes are microplastics.

Every minute one garbage truck of plastic is dumped into the oceans. Plastic never fully degrades. Rather it breaks down into smaller and smaller pieces. Eventually, it becomes small enough to enter the bloodstream of aquatic serving Lake erie Boaters organisms. Organisms cannot ever digest or process for over 60 years the plastic, so it remains present until the organism is eaten. The plastic is then passed onto its predator, which is usually fish. If that fish is caught and kept for food, then the plastics will be passed onto the human that consumes it.

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For some reason, I just never came to terms that prostate cancer would be what took John away.

That day our conversation covered all the bases. We started talking about his health, but once again he chose to deflect, and we were soon chatting about books we were reading, the local political climate, our families and Lyme disease. John was well aware of my daughter's struggles with Lyme.

We talked briefly about his work at the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum in Hamilton. Many folks have no clue how instrumental John was in the rebuilding of the facility after the fire in the ’90s.

THE LAST TIME.

Of course, he would never tell you that! It was one of the older volunteers at the museum that informed me one day that John was the catalyst for rebuilding the place and getting it up and going again.

At times in life, you are lost in the haze of the continuing effort to survive, to move forward, to look to the future, without spending enough time understanding what the past has taught you. Understanding life sometimes can be inconceivable.

We touched base on Ike Hewitt, a mutual friend who had passed away a few years earlier. It was John who introduced me to Ike and helped me with Ike's POW story.

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Back in August, I shared a story about two men with whom I had great respect; both are now gone.

Our visit was beginning to wind down, and the subject of garden parties in England came up for some reason.

John had a little laugh and mentioned something about a member of the Royal Family having a good sense of humour. I quickly said, "Pardon?" not sure what I just heard. John quickly pushed the conversation in a new direction; he certainly was not going to toot his own horn.

I wrote about Roger a few months back when we lost him, and now I wish to share about another friend who has left us.

That was the one time John had let something slip. He never did that. He was a humble man whose community work was fundamental to him, but done without fanfare.

John Hastie and I sat in his living room in mid-May, enjoying coffee and tea. John was in discomfort that day, but he was not going to let that stop him from having a conversation.

For me, he always seemed reassuring, providing me with that feeling that everything would be fine. I pressed for another get together on our last visit; we even looked at a few dates. As we shook hands and said goodbye, I refused to believe it would be the last for this lifetime.

Denial is a potent cocktail. It allows us the refusal of the truth, letting us go along our merry way, choosing not to see the end in front of us.

As long as I had known John he had battled prostate cancer; occasionally he would mention a new treatment or share some information about the steps being made in the field.

He was well versed in the subject, dedicating time and energy to help build the prostate program at London

Friendships are not to be taken lightly. The relationship created was one of ease and understanding with the subtle give and take of mentoring and admiring, of substance and memories. Thank you John.

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This month Vic would like to pay tribute to his friend George Jonescu who recently passed away. George was the voice of 740 AM Radio's Big Band Sunday Night show for many years. Vic and George teamed up for countless years doing fundraisers for all kinds of charities across the province. I once asked George how he would describe Vic’s personality. He chuckled and said that Vic is a talented artist trapped with a hockey player's attitude…

Vic tells me he has always enjoyed George’s persona of being centre stage and the life of the party. He was the perfect complement to Vic's character.

George often invited Vic to charity events where Vic would donate his paintings for the cause and hang out with the who’s who of Canadian sports and entertainment.

These two men helped many folks, and for that we are thankful.

This month's piece, Quiet Morning, reflects the calm and relaxed winter feel of sheep gently grazing on a morning feast. Vic had almost forgotten about this piece from early in his artist life. Notice closely that this is one of the few Gibbons without the signature birch.

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distractions, be in a state of observation only, noticing but still not “doing” anything (again, put down your cell phones).

STOP. LOOK. LISTEN.

For Better Health and Relationships The New Year brings fresh opportunity after the hustle and bustle of holiday activities and festivities. Moderation and balance likely snuck out a window once or twice and may have left you frazzled, weary and looking for routine.

As a tree-hugger by nature (my tree hugs are definitely shorter in the colder weather), I’m grateful to have several daily walks with my dogs to help me feel grounded. Fresh air, exercise and a nutrient-dense diet are critical for me to feel my best and most effective self. This is a critical part of my own personal Stop. Look. Listen. (S.L.L.) approach.

Most people would agree that the pace of life has not gotten any slower with the amazing technology available.

Despite the convenience of these excellent devices intended to assist our lives, many of us are in a state of disconnect and feeling more isolated than ever. This pervasive and stressful trend ultimately affects us as individuals (at all ages - regardless of lifestyle), families, communities and societies!

An S.L.L. approach can enable us to be “Human Kind” to ourselves and others. When we slow ourselves down and focus, we are choosing to be present and engaged. This can be a powerful game changer whether for our “selves” or for any form of relationship(s) we may be in.

Implement this approach in situations that may ordinarily be strained, and you may be very pleasantly surprised by the outcome!!

When we STOP, we need to actually stop, in a physical manner. Life is a busy intersection (yes, that means put down the cell phones)!

When we LOOK – truly look, without extraneous

To LISTEN is likely the biggest challenge for most people.

Validating relationships by improving your own ability to listen has enormous potential. It’s a difficult thing to not have your response preformed during a conversation but it inhibits us from actually understanding what is being conveyed and will certainly increase the risk of being misunderstood completely (you guessed it, put down the cell phones).

Think of it as conversational meditation – calming, healing and constructive. It demonstrates a level of care and respect that is healthy for all involved.

This same approach is important to use on a personal level to make sure we are in tune with our overall health. When we are in a hurry, symptoms are easily ignored, and we may reach for tools as a “band-aid fix” simply because we are in a hurry. Painkillers, over the counter medications, alcohol and drugs and even supplements can be used to mask problems or control discomfort that should be brought to the attention of a health care professional.

Our health care team at Dover Apothecary is here to educate and serve you and our community.

Elevated stress levels and negative relationships have a very negative influence on our health and impact us at the cellular level. Positive relationships automatically reduce our perception of stress and pain while having a beneficial impact on our cellular health and immune systems – solid reasons to work on our S.L.L. skills!

Make 2019 your best year yet by tuning in to yourself and to others in your life.

Barb Anstead Holistic Nutritionist barb@healthywellandwise.ca

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FOOTNOTES

From Simcoe Foot Care & Custom Orthotic Centre

WINTER FOOTWEAR

As the winter months are upon us, this is just a reminder that winter footwear is very important.

The boots need to fit with wiggle room for the toes, and the warmest liners in the boots are those that contain wool or Thinsulate. For those individuals that experience a damper foot, a removable liner would be the most appropriate as you can buy an extra removable snow boot liner to use alternatively, so the liners have the time to dry thoroughly.

The outer of the boot should have a good tread to prevent slips and falls. If the boot is leather spray them with a water protectant or purchase a waterproof upper.

Keep those toes happy and warm this winter!

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DEALING WITH STRAINS AND PAINS Canadians last year had approximately 8,700 hospitalisations due to shovelling and falling injuries through the winter season, with lower back strain being the most common. Other injuries include bulging or herniated lumbar discs and strain on the lumbar musculature. Discs act as cushions between the vertebrae in your spine and are composed of different layers of cartilage. A bulging disc occurs when at least a quarter of the outer cartilage circumference expands beyond the perimeter of the vertebrae making the disc vulnerable and unprotected. A herniated disc occurs when the tough outer cartilage layer cracks and allows the soft inner cartilage to protrude outside of the disc. Pain is felt as a result of nerve roots becoming compressed due to the protruding cartilage or the nerve root itself becoming inflamed. Muscular strain is also a factor to keep in mind while working outdoors and can occur from overuse, improper use or trauma to the muscles and tendons of the lumbar region. Most of the time the strain is acute meaning pain symptoms have been present from days to weeks, but without proper treatment and care the strain can become chronic which is the classification if pain symptoms last longer than three months.

Some general tips to keep in mind are making sure the weight being lifted is at a tolerable level and also energy shifting techniques like bending the knees before lifting and keeping a wider stance with the feet shoulder-width apart. Limiting twisting motions when removing snow will help to decrease injury as well as pushing snow off to the sides instead of lifting it. These are just a few pointers to help prevent an injury from occurring while out and about this season, but these injuries are also treatable with proper techniques.

Bulged/herniated discs, as well as muscular soft tissue injuries, can be treated at Great Lakes Physiotherapy whether they are of an acute or chronic nature. Treatments help to release tension through damaged musculature and also repair mobility of the spine through stretching and exercise programs. Come on down if the winter season gets too heavy!

Hayley Paterson, HBKin

Great Lakes Physio & Sports Medicine Simcoe, ON 519.429.3678 • Delhi, ON 519.582.2552

Where To Find Inspection Results

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Certain public health inspection results will be made available online starting January January 2019 you canatcheck inspection 2019. Results will be postedStarting for inspections conducted local new places such as:results

for local premises such as restaurants, child care centres, public pools andspas, salons and more!  Restaurants Hairhair Salons  Public Pools & Spas  Tattoo Parlours For more info stay tuned to our website at:  Day Cares  And More…. https://inspectOURcommunity.hnhss.ca

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Stay tuned to our website at: InspectOURCommunity https://inspectOURcommunity.hnhss.ca For questions or concerns please contact the Health Unit at 519-426-6170 For questions or concerns please contact the health unit at 519-426-6170.

BEATING THE WINTER BLUES WHAT ARE SOME TIPS TO COPE WITH THE WINTER BLUES?

► MAXIMISE EXPOSURE TO SUNLIGHT Spend more time outdoors during the day and arrange indoor environments to receive maximum sunlight. ► EXERCISE relieves stress, builds energy and increases mental and physical well-being. Make exercise a part of your ongoing routine. ► EATING WELL Healthy eating has been shown to benefit mental as well as physical health. Although cravings for unhealthy foods increase during the winter months, be sure to incorporate fruits and vegetables into daily eating habits.

Bell Let’s Talk Day on January 30 provides us with a lift and encouragement during the most depressing month of the year. This annual public awareness campaign focuses on talking about mental health, while also raising essential funds for mental health initiatives. For more information, visit https://letstalk.bell.ca/en/ To mark Bell Let’s Talk Day in the Haldimand Norfolk area, a planning committee comprised of several community agencies is hosting a Health and Wellness Expo at the Dunnville Lifespan Centre. For more details, visit the Bell Let’s Talk Day Dunnville Facebook page.

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FROM THE CHAIR. Today I want to spend a little time identifying three winter hair issues. Our staff at Blade Salon is always happy to recommend products that can restore the beauty and bounce during the winter months.

1. SPLIT ENDS: Keep up with regular trims to make sure your split ends get trimmed off. Also, make sure you are using a repairing leave-in conditioner and heat protection if you use any hot tools.

2. DRY SCALP: Use a gentle, hydrating and moisturising shampoo. Avoid using shampoos for oily hair as they can cause your hair and scalp to dry out more.

3. FRIZZ: Using shampoos and conditioners that are specifically for smoothing out hair will help lock moisture into your hair. Also, using conditioning oil products such as Moroccanoil will help keep frizz at bay.

Come on in for any advice on the right products to help your hair look its best!

Book your appointment today and let our staff pamper you and your hair!

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Another element is circulation; a massage can help get the blood flowing, especially when we don't get the exercise we need.

WINTER MASSAGE TO

SHAKE OFF THE BLUES I tell you there is nothing like a massage in the winter time. It is incredible how much it can help you both from a physical standpoint and a mental one.

How about arthritis from all this cold weather? You guessed it. A massage can help alleviate some of that pain as well.

Book an appointment today. Let Paige and Krista help make your winter a little brighter!

PAIGE MARTIN

A massage can increase your Serotonin and Dopamine levels, which in turn helps critical moodregulating hormones.

RMT, R Kin, BAHsc, CAT(C), ATC

Did you know that a regular massage can help boost your immune system, which fights of the nasty colds and flu?

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