The Local Connector NW June 12, 2024

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Air Fryer Donuts

Ingredients

For the Donuts:

▢1 cup warm whole milk (105 to 110F)(240mL)

▢1 (0.25-ounce/7g) packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)

▢¼ cup plus 1 teaspoon granulated sugar divided (62g)

▢6 tablespoons melted unsalted butter (85g)

▢1 large egg at room temperature

▢3 cups all-purpose flour plus additional for dusting (360g)

▢½ teaspoon salt

▢coconut or olive oil cooking spray

For the Glaze:

▢3 cups confectioners’ sugar (120g)

▢½ cup whole milk (120mL)

▢2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter

▢½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Prepare the Donuts:

 In a small bowl, whisk together the warm milk, yeast, and 1 teaspoon sugar. Let the mixture stand until very bubbly, 5 to 10 minutes.

 In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, and remaining ¼ cup sugar until smooth. Stir in yeast mixture until combined. Add the flour and salt. Mix on low speed until a shaggy dough forms. Increase speed to medium-low, and knead until the dough is smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes. (The dough will be slightly sticky.)

 Transfer the dough to a large, lightly oiled bowl. Cover and let rise in a warm, draft-free place until doubled in size, about 1 hour 15 minutes.

 Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly dust with flour.

 Punch down the risen dough. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a ½-inchthick rectangle. Using a donut cutter, cut out 12 donuts and 12 donut holes, re-rolling scraps as necessary. You can also use a 3-inch and 1inch round cookie cutter to cut out the donuts. Place donuts and holes on the prepared baking sheet. Loosely cover and let rise in a warm, draft-free place, until doubled in size, about 15

GARAGE SALES

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HOUSEHOLD/MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS

Vintage oak 4 drawer filing cabinet $150 call 250-695-6900

2 propane space heaters $200 each call 778-202-8764

Firewood For Sale Dry pine firewood. Has been under cover for at least 4 years. Well seasoned. About 22”long. $200.00 for pickup load. You pick up. Located on Ebenezer Flats at Smithers. 250 847-3614

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Electric little chief smoker $35 obo 250-251-5010

Gray with red top lamanite office storage cabinet $40 obo 250-2515010

ELECTRONICS/MUSIC

Nokia 3 phone, 16GB with protective case. No scrapes or cracks. $50.00 New Hazelton 778-202-0740

Fotopro CT-4A tripod with Fotopro 53P ball head as new. New Hazelton $125.00 778-202-0740

Sony wireless subwoofer like new with manual $150 phone 845-2488

CLOTHING

Burton snowboard pants size large good to new condition $located in

Burns Lake call 250-692-0623

Sandals size 12 Vans single wide flat velcro slip on sandals, checker board pattern, good condition $25 located in Burns Lake call 250-692-0623

PET & ACCESSORIES

Purebred Cane Corso puppies Now ready to go to their forever home. First shots, dewormed, Vet checkup & vet papers. Mother and father are purebred cane Corso. Born Dec 6 2023.Call or text Genevieve 250-219-0678

SPORTS EQUIPMENT

snow shoes $30 call 778-202-8764

CCM men's mountain bike has dual disk brakes and front suspension paid $700 asking $375 OBO call Ed at 250-6439924

Roller Skates Vintage call 250-643-3337

BUILDING SUPPLIES

Wood for Sale 1x4, 1x6, 1x8 1x10 - T&G paneling Birch, Cottonwood, Poplar$3.00 bd ft 5/4 Fir T&G $3.50 bd ft 6926745

AUTOMOBILES

2002 Toyota Rav 4, manual shift, comes with winter tires on rims, 364,000 km's, transmission replaced in 2020, asking $3500 call 250-692-3862

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2005 chevy cavalier as a parts car. Clutch slave cylinder is gone, motor and transmission are good, tires are good, 4 cylinder. asking $250 OBO call 780-7990688

OFF ROAD VEHICLES/ACCESSORIES

Polaris 2014 Skidoo Wide Track 1200 Miles $8000 847-4657

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to 20 minutes.

 Preheat the air fryer to 350°F for 10 minutes. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.

 Working in batches, carefully place donuts in an even layer in the air fryer basket, about 1-inch apart. Lightly spray the tops with oil.

 Cook for 6 minutes for donut holes and 8 minutes for big donuts or until golden brown. (I recommend frying the big donuts and donut holes separately since the cook times are slightly different.)

For the Glaze:

In a medium bowl, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar, milk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth. Dip the warm donuts and donut holes into the glaze. Place on a wire rack and let the glaze set for about 5 minutes before serving. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Source: https://preppykitchen.com/air-fryer-donuts/

BURNS LAKE.

Burns Lake & District Seniors Society 50+ indoor picnic Jun 12 11:30am-2:30pm at the Island Gospel Fellowship. Good food and entertainment! $15/person Advance tickets only. For tickets call Kay @ 250-698-7632 or any executive member.

Fathers Day Pancake Breakfast

Jun 16 9-11am at the Rose Lake Community Hall. By donation.

Burns Lake Show & Shine Jun 22 dinner cruise 3pm meet at CNC Parking Lot. Jun 23 show & shine 10am-2pm at Spirit Square. All vehicles are welcome. $10/vehicle.

BLNDC Job Fair June 27 10am4pm and June 28 10am-3pm at the Ts’il Jaz Koh The Gathering Place. Looking for a new job or career this is the place for you! For more info contact reception@blndc.ca or 250692-3188

Western Days Jul 20 & 21 at the Eagle Creek Fairgrounds

SOUTHSIDE

Unity Power Hour Jun 23 7-8pm at the Grassy Plains Gospel Church.

HOUSTON

Annual Fathers Day Brunch Buffet

HMBA—Jun 16 12-3pm at Mixers Bar & Lounge. Come on down to MIXERS for Father's Day and enjoy our Brunch Buffet and support our local Houston Mountain Bike Association! We'll have scrambled eggs, fried eggs, hashbrowns, bacon, pancakes, breakfast fruit and whipped cream! MIX it Up with MIXERS! We are thrilled to be able to offer something NEW and exciting for our community - BREAKFAST! Adult Plate - $20, Child - $12, Under 10FREE! Bring the whole family out to

celebrate DAD, enjoy some brunch and learn more about the hard work our community members have put into the amazing recreation trails here in our home. All profits go towards the Houston Mountain Bike Association!

Spanish Dancing at Mixers– Every Monday 7:30pm at Mixers bar & lounge. Hosted by the talented and kind Carlos, who is volunteering his time to share his passion for dance, bringing Spanish flavour and fun to our community! No experience necessary! Bring your partner, bring your BFF or just bring yourself! We look forward to clearing the tables away and opening up the space for something new! Make this first event a success and see it become a regular activity in our community

SMITHERS

NSC & NW BCHBC Poker Ride Jun 15 at Coalmine Camp 16369 Telkwa Coalmine Rd Telkwa. First riders out 10:30am Last Riders out 12pm/ Bring a chair and stay for chili and doorprizes!

Downtown Show & Shine Jun 15 8am-2pm on Main Street. Sidewalk sale 9 til closing. Show and Shine 92pm. BBQ, Information Booths and more! Classic Car & Dealer vehicle show and shine on Main Street. Got a vehicle you want to show, just show up at the gate at 8am. $5 entry fee.

Fathers Day Family Fishing Jun 16 11am-3pm at Tyhee Lake. Win a fly

fishing adventure for up to four provided by Northern BC Outfitters. Learn to fish for ages 5 to 15, some rods provided or bring your own. Boat Rides, Fly fishing demo and instructions, Fishing pond for ages 5 and under. Prize for biggest fishpicture and measurement. Lots of prizes and draws. Free BBQ. Brought to you by BC Parks, BV Rod and Gun Club, Oscars Fly and Tackle Shop, Telkwa Coal, Northern BC Outfitters, and Michelle's Tackle Box. More info at 780-933-4676

50th Anniversary Smithers Community Association Garage sale Jun 20 11:30-3:30pm at the Old Train Station.

Smithers Midsummer Music Festival Jul 5-7 at the BV Fairgrounds. Midsummer Festival, the volunteer organizers, and the whole Bulkley Valley Folk Music Society are once again thrilled to invite you to a weekend of fantastic and diverse musical experiences featuring performers from Northwest BC, and all over Canada. Last year we celebrated 40 years of Midsummer Festival, which was a testament to the combined power of music and volunteerism found here in the Bulkley Valley. As we kick off the next 40 years of Midsummer Festival, we hope that you, your friends, and family will find as much love, enjoyment, and community as this festival has provided for multiple generations of folks in the valley.

Walking Group Starting May 1. Mondays & Wednesdays 10:30-11am at the Willowvale Marsh Trail. Meet at parking lot.

Bulkley Valley Farmers Market –Every Saturday 8:30am-12:30pm at Central Park Smithers.

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Weekly/Monthly Community Activities

Burns Lake

Walking Club Tuesdays and Fridays 1-3 p.m. in the Island Gospel Fellowship gym. Everyone welcome to a warm and non-slip walking venue!!

Knitting Club Every Thursday 1:30-2:30pm at the BL Public Library. Bring your project! Supplies not provided.

Community Badminton Wednesdays 7pm at LDSS. Racquets available for use.

Roller Blading Friday 5:30-7pm and Sundays 3:30-5pm at the Lakeside Multiplex. Bring your own pair of roller blades or borrow a pair of ours.

Whist Wednesdays 7pm at the Decker Lake Hall.

Basketball Tuesdays 7-9pm at LDSS

Houston

Walking Group Thursdays 10:30am. Meet at the Credit Union parking lot.

SMITHERS

Games Night Every Friday 7-8:30pm 3974 10th Ave. Board, card and other table top games. Bring a game, friend or family and come have some fun!

Book Lovers Night In 2nd Tuesday of every month 7pm at the Smithers Public Library.

Junior Curling Thursdays 2:30-4pm $100 per curler. Come down to the rink to register.

Trad Jam Sessions in Smithers.—4th Wednesday of the month at the Smithers Senior Center. Come play tunes!

Bachata Lessons Tuesdays at 3830 2nd Ave from 8-9pm. Come learn how to dance bachata! No partner or experience required $15/class

Smithers Boardgame Group Meets on the third Sunday of every month at Smithers Public Library. Come solo and make some new friends or bring your crew! Admission: $2 donation to the Library.

ONGOING EVENTS

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Seniors Events

Burns Lake

Seniors Drop in at the Link—

Every other Tuesday 10:30am12:#0pm at the Heritage Church 1st Ave Join us for coffee, sandwiches and a lovely visit. Next one May 21.

Carpet Bowling—every Wednesday at 1pm at the Decker Lake Hall.

Houston

Floor curling Every Monday 1-3pm, Tuesday and Friday

Carpet bowling Thursday13pm Genealogy, Pool. Shuffleboard and Darts 1-3pm Price $2.00 per event. plus $10.00 annual membership fee.

Breakfast—1st. Saturday each month $12.00 8-11am everyone welcome.

Luncheon—3rd Thursday of each Month 11am-1pm @ $12.00 everyone welcome. Next luncheon April 25 11am1:30pm

Youth Activities

Burns Lake

Burns Lake Public Library - High Five Gamers Tuesdays 3:15-4:30 afterschool gaming club ages 7-12. Community Storytime with Miss Bonny. Wednesdays 10:30am. Paws for Cuddles Wednesdays 3:15 -4:15pm. Come read to Clive! Ages 6+.Lego Hour Tuesdays 11am12pm & Fridays 3:30-4:30pm ages 6+. Manga Club Every second Thursday 3:30-5pm grades 8-12.

Strong Start Monday-Fri 9am12pm at WKE. Free for children and caregivers ages 0-6.

Mother Goose Wednesday & Friday 10-11:30am at Muriel Mould. Free for parents and caregivers ages 0-6.

Movin and Groovin Mondays 121pm at Muriel Mould.

Indoor Play Space Tuesdays 1030-11:30pm at the Lakeside Multiplex. Ages 6 and under.

Smithers

Summer Muchkin Time— Wednesdays in July (Jul 3-31) 9:15am-10am at the Smithers Public Library. Newborn to age 3.

Summer Reading Club Jul 2 Aug 9. Tues/Thurs/Fri 10am-11am at the Smithers Public Library. Tween Tuesdays, Kid fun Thursday and Li’l champ Fridays

Summer Art Camps—July & August ages 6-8 9:30am-12pm ages 9-12 1:30-4pm Registers at smithersart.org/summer-camps

Reuse shed for retired men, across from YRB in Fraser Lake. Donate or come and see what we have. Tuesday & Friday 10am-3pm

CONNECTOR JOB BOARD

aluminum headache rack for a long box $500 call 250-794-2303

chrome step bars $200 call 250794-2303

82" rampage K2 snowplow with electric lift $1200 located in Houston call 250-845-8279

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TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

34 socket set $150 call 778-2028764

1 inch socket set $200 call 778-202 -8764

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12”x4” four speed Logosol PH260 planer/moulder 3 Phase Converter with Switching & Panels Fan/ Vacuum System with Hopper set up to Fill Feed Bags Complete Wood Fired Kiln & Shop Heating System Sharpening Equipment, Heads and Knives Fork Lift

$50,000.00 Call 250-692-6745

BOATS

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RV’S/TRAVEL TRAILERS

2010 Cougar fifth wheel 28 ft long ultra lite polar package 1 big slide, new tires, new awning, new vent cover and new flooring everything works good shape $9300 OBO call 250-794-2303

TIRES

Ford f350 wheels $80 call 778-2028764

Kawasaki mule wheels 2 $40 call 778-202-8764

4 Bridgestone Blizzak DM V-2 265/70 R17 on rims $400 250 251 8211

4 hankook pike snow tires and rims 90% tread left 195/70R14 $350 250643-9924

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PETS & ACCESSORIES

30-gallon fish tank with many accessories $50 call 250-694-3495

Harness for large dog or small pony. Leather; felt lining; brass buckles. Like new. $40. Call or txt for pic. 250-845-8247.

AGRICULTURE

Western saddle 15.5" seat like new fleece and neoprene sinch $125 call 250-695-6900

Looking for big young rooster call 250-694-3228

Older Tractor (from the 60's) model 303414 international diesel $2500 OBO (250) 692-7072

Belarus model 400 tractor from the early 80's $3000 OBO call 250-6927072

FREE/TO BE GIVEN AWAY

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LOST/FOUND/WANTED

WANTED: Have an old or broken sewing machine you don't want? Text Diana 250-251-1748

Looking to find someone with a sawmill that is interested in selling Circular sawmill only, no bandsaws plz Please txt or call 250 251 9918

Found: toolbox on Southside 800 Rd. To claim, describe and phone Dan 250-694-3751

Looking for teardrop trailer call 250692-4297

When to harvest garlic (and garlic scapes!) and how to store it for the winter

First let’s talk about garlic scapes

When to harvest garlic scapes

Garlic scapes in my cold climate garden usually start to make their appearance sometime in June (this may differ if you’re in a different growing zone). Not all of my varieties are always ready at the same time, which is nice because I can harvest garlic scapes in batches and enjoy them for longer.

Garlic scapes are easy to discern from the rest of the plant because they kind of look like green onions with a long elf hat (the bulbil) at the end. You’ll know your scapes are ready to pick when they form a spiral. Simply cut the scape (I use my garden scissors) at the base where it comes out of the stalk. If the scapes become straight, after they’ve gone through their curling phase, they’re past their prime. They’ll be tougher than a younger fresh scape and taste more bitter.

Once I have a handful of scapes, I usually whip them into garlic scape pesto (some of which I’ll freeze in ice cube trays). I snip off the “elf hats” and simply use the stalk. If you don’t cut your scapes and leave them on the plant, the bulbils turn into flowers and seeds. Even if you don’t intend to eat your garlic scapes, it’s still a good idea to snip them at the base of their stalk so that all the energy can go back into growing the bulb underground.

When to harvest garlic

After you cut the garlic scapes, you have about a month or so until the garlic itself is ready.

The Omineca Princess under construction in Nicholson Bay on Francois Lake, spring 1976.

Keep an eye on your garlic as you’ll see some of the bottom leaves start to die back. The tips of the leaves may also start to turn yellow and brown in color. When there are two dry, dead leaves at the base of the plant with a third starting to die, this is when you should pull your garlic. It may be hard to see the first leaf. The bulb is wrapped in several leaf layers. As a leaf dies, the soil bacteria help it to decompose.

How to harvest garlic

The best way to remove a garlic bulb depends on the variety you’ve planted. For Turban, Artichoke, and Silverskin varieties, you might want to use a sturdy trowel or even a small shovel. Make sure you place the tip of your tool slightly away from where the bulb is. You don’t want to damage it underground. Gently lift the soil beneath the bulb. Usually this nudges the bulb up a bit, loosening the soil enough to pull the stalk. Gently remove excess dirt, being careful not to bruise the bulb. Bruising affects the storage life. If the soil seems reasonably loose, I’ll try pulling hardneck varieties, like Rocambole and Porcelain, because the stalks are super-thick and sturdy. You want to avoid breaking off the stalk because then you’ll need to go searching underground. Without a winter mulch, I’ve found myself before with a broken stalk in my hand and a clove of garlic still hiding beneath the soil.

Sometimes the soil and bulbs need a little coaxing. I’ve found that when I mulch my raised bed with straw in the fall, the soil is much looser than if I just leave the bed exposed for the winter.

What if you pull garlic too early?

It’s sometimes hard to know if a smaller head of garlic will keep growing, even if the bottom three leaves have died away. There is a rapid growth stage just before garlic is ready to harvest, so a few days could make a significant difference. But then sometimes a bulb is just going to be a runt no matter what.

Drying and storing garlic

Curing garlic basically means drying it out. You want lots of air flow and a cool place to cure it. Drying racks are great options because you can use them for other veggies and herbs, as well. I made my own drying rack out of screen stapled to a scrap wood frame. I place it on a stack of bricks or buckets in my garage so air flows underneath. In years past, I’ve also hung my garlic in bunches, secured by twine around the stalks, in the garage. You can braid the stalks to store, as well.

Source:https://savvygardening.com/when-toharvest-garlic/

BURNS LAKE BR #50

158 Francois Lake Dr, Burns Lake, BC

250-692-3232

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Friday 4pm - 1am

Saturday 2pm - 1am

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Tuesday Dart Night from 7-9pm

Thursdays Karaoke 8pm-1am

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2:30-4:30pm

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Monday & Tuesday: 9AM to 4PM

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Friday: 9AM to Midnight

Saturday: Noon to Midnight Sunday: prebook only Tropical Fun n’ the Sun is back!

Come check out our specials!

Wednesday’ is Wing Wednesday at the Legion. We offer 14 different flavours!

Our Queen of Hearts progressive jackpot is growing! Check our Facebook page to find out how much it is this Friday!

Going camping? Hosting a BBQ? You will need ice! We sell bags of ice for $3.50 per bag.

Meat Draws and Darts will be back in September!

Thank you for supporting your local Legion!

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#63

3840 1st Ave Smithers BC (250) 847-5082

Wednesday 3pm - 6pm Friday 3pm - 9pm

Saturday 2:30pm - 7pm Drop In Darts

Every Wednesday 7pm - 9pm

Friday is Karaoke Night & Meat Draw 5:30pm

Saturday Meat Draw 3pm

Saturday Pool Tournament 3pm Bar opens at 3:30

Chase the Ace Every Wednesday 3:30-6pm receive a ticket for every purchase. 6PM draw

FREE popcorn on Wednesdays pool table, darts, and keno available Drop in darts at 7:00 pm

****everyone 19+ welcome, no membership required****

TAURUS

(Apr. 21-May 20)

Mars has moved into your sign where it will stay until 21st July. This generates a new 2 year personal cycle. Your energy level can pick up and so can your self confidence. Be realistic about how obligations can be handled. Stop and think so to avoid taking on more than can realistically be handled and any finances involved.

LEO (July 23-August 22)

Someone else is better to know what you are prepared to handle – it is likely to be less than what they would like or expect. This could cause some conflict but you cannot worry about that. Things are likely to get busier so you cannot be tied to situations that others push as it will only lead to frustration when you can’t satisfy your own needs.

SCORPIO (Oct.23-Nov21)

There will be a lot of activity with others from now to 21st July. At times you could feel your own choices are limited and that you need to go along with what they expect. Part of this could be restructuring things in some way of which you can be resistant. What you might have to accept is that this will be the case eventually.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20)

As free as you might feel or want to be there will be decisions of a more serious nature that need to be considered. It might become obvious that something you wanted to pursue in the future would best be put on hold. Things can change day by day over the next 12 months. This unpredictability can be rather exciting at times.

VIRGO (August 23-Sept.22)

A new lease of life can descend upon you, generating quite a different view of what might be possible in the future and feeling as though you have the self confidence to pursue it. It is important to lower the level of regular commitment this would involve. That might include handing some responsibility over to someone else.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb.18)

You can accomplish a lot to 21st July when it comes to getting some sort of structure in place that will give you a sense of being better organised. This is likely to be in line with major changes you feel you need to make about yourself. Some of this could involve family and perhaps the way things operate at home. Greater enjoyment needs to be part of it.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov.22-Dec.21)

Other people can be all over the place and if you are not careful this could land you with a lot more work to deal with to 21st July. Don’t be afraid to cancel something that doesn’t seem to be working as you expected. If you don’t want to be left handling most of the responsibility it will be up to you to speak up and let them know.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-March 20)

A light can be shone on somebody else in some way which will give you a better sense of what they are really all about or exactly where you stand with them. It will not alter any situation where you need to take responsibility for yourself but it may lead to feeling mentally stronger when it comes to standing up for your own ideas.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22)

So much can seem unpredictable at the moment and for this reason you need to take a patient approach. Wait for matters to surface of their own accord. The expectations of somebody else can put you under a lot of pressure, especially if it interferes with your own priorities. It would be best to keep your true thoughts to yourself.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct.22)

Focus on where you want to head in the future and any commitments you would need to make on a regular basis. Relying on somebody else right now might be difficult as they will tend to be more secretive rather than open. Much of this can be connected to them wanting more freedom than is possible. That is not your worry.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan.19)

Social activity that isn’t necessarily light hearted can put you under some pressure in the next few weeks. Your main focus needs to be on what has to be handled on a daily basis and even though you might have it all well planned, there can be all sorts of interruptions that take place. You will cope quite well but could feel worn out.

ARIES

(March 21-April 20)

Any new directions you have taken from the start of May will now require some consideration on the financial side up to 21st July. Lowering the level or cutting something out is most likely. Youcan’t get away from taking a practical approach mentally, especially when it comes to being prepared for the unexpected in the future.