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12. I shall do my best to admit to my people my un-fine moments.

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19. I shall always make time to encourage new moms.

20. I shall not resent that last call for kisses and cups of water but remember instead that when I blink they’ll all be in college.

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2. I shall not measure what I’ve accomplished today by the loads of unfolded laundry, but by the assurance of deep love I’ve tickled into my kids.

3. I shall say yes to blanket forts and see past the chaos to the memories we’re building.

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August Issue 70 Owner/Editor, Content Development & Articles Kathryn Hartwell Owner/Publisher, layout, Design, Accounts Payable/Receivable & Website. Aleesha Gosling Advertising; Regional Sales Manager Denise Geremia

CONTRIBUTORS: JockTalk Jock Wilson Life Lines Jody Brown

Other great articles and reading material contributed by:

Anndees Fitness, PJs Appliances, Carey Rose, Cynthia Barnesky, Animal Care Centre of Strathmore.

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The Newsy Neighbour’s Mission Statement: The Newsy Neighbour... a magazine dedicated to helping towns and people connect.

The Newsy Neighbour’s Vision Statement: The Newsy Neighbour’s vision is to offer an attractive, unique and interesting magazine, which promotes and supports the businesses and community groups which define the towns and villages East of Calgary by distributing our magazine free of charge to every home and business monthly.

The Newsy Neighbour is published 12 times a year, printed by Central Web and distributed by Strathmore Standard, Sun Media and Canada post. The opinions expressed in the advertisements of this publication are those of the advertisers and not of The Newsy Neighbour directly. The information in this paper is believed to be accurate but not warranted to be so. Images are supplied by readers, advertisers and purchased stock photography. No part of this publication may be reproduced without written consent of The Newsy Neighbour Inc. Copyright (2011-2012).

KATHRYN HARTWELL - Owner/Editor, Content Development & Articles - Phone: 403-561-0888 - Email: kathryn.newsyneighbour@gmail. com ALEESHA GOSLING - Owner/Publisher, layout, Design, Accounts Payable/Receivable & Website - Phone:403-478-9114 - Email: aleesha. newsyneighbour@gmail.com

DENISE GEREMIA. Sales Manager, Advertising Consultant - Phone: 403-608-0686 - Email: denise.newsyneighbour@gmail.com

From the Publishers I feel like a broken record, but once again in the wee hours of the morning as I’m doing the last proof of the magazine I think to myself – wow – what a great Issue. After five years of publishing I think we have mastered this formula! We have such an amazing team whose efforts month after month and year after year step up to the plate to deliver such a great magazine. We know you all appreciate “The Newsy Neighbour” by all the feedback we receive and it makes all the hard work so worthwhile knowing we are part of your life.

Jody Brown has been writing her awesome column with us for so long we cannot remember and we are so proud of her for her completion of the Social Work Program making her an ”MSW”.

(The master of social work (MSW) degree is a professional degree that enables the practitioner to practice social work independently). High fives Jody I think a celebration lunch is in order.

Please take time to read our other favorite columnist Jock Wilson who has shared his memories of the infamous Bill Powers, those who knew this man loved him. A true one of a kind individual and one that will be remembered for his wit and

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presence, our blessings go out to his family and friends.

This Issue is bulging with recipes and food stuff as our August publication always is and I would share page numbers and way more detail on all the amazing articles, BUT, I have a new computer. I waited for this day and instead of excitement of a new fancy, high speed, amazing computer instead I have downloads that look like Japanese, lost files, where the #*#* are my programs and what happened to the magazine I was just proofing? HELP!!! I’m hoping by next month I will have this all figured out.

So you are on your own. I guess you’re just going to have to read through each and every page – just like you do every month and see what gifts we have shared.

Who reads the Editors Note anyway? If you do send me an email kathryn.newsyneighbor@gmail.com just so I know.

Have the best August of your life!!

“For every minute you are angry you lose sixty seconds of happiness.” ― Ralph Waldo Emerson “Time you enjoy wasting is not wasted time .” ― Marthe Troly-Curtin

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Need to cancel plans with a family member or friend? Here are some GREAT excuses!

1. My brother-in-law’s friend’s father’s grandmother’s sister’s aunt’s turtle died, and yes, it was a tragic death. I simply cannot go into the details!

2. My fortune teller advised against it.

3. I promised to help Ashley clean the toilet at the same time. She doesn’t like doing it alone; she gets nervous that she will fall in! Some kind of toilet phobia( a weird name I can’t remember for some reason...).

4. Unfortunately, there is a disturbance in the force, and it is not with me right now. I never go anywhere without the force’ Skywalker strongly advises against it.

5. Harper is coming over tonight for some tea and crumpets. At least that is what his text stated. And like they say, never ditch the Prime Minister; he likes his tea time!

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ing with the pigs in the mud today. Silly hamster!

7. I need to double check all of the expiration dates on my milk. You can never be too sure. And I love my Cheerios in the morning!

8. Sorry, but I can’t do anything for the next few hours. I am allowing my food to digest. You can never play it too safe!

9. My comfort zone and I are sipping our coffee and enjoying some bonding time. I don’t like to leave my comfort zone.

10. I left my body in my other clothes, and those clothes are currently in the washer.

11. The ceiling tiles in my living room need to be recounted. Susan and I were having a debate on the count last night, and I must prove to her that I am right!

12. I am being deported Friday night; sorry, I will not be able to make it. Oh, the boring and lifeless event is Thursday night? I am getting deported Thursday night; that is what I meant to say. Sorry, the wine must be getting to me.

13. I have lost my lucky rat’s tail. Sorry, but I never go out without it!

14. I must get to the bottom of this Cracker Jacks box so I can play with the toy. I heard it is a slinky! I love slinkies!

15. I have to go to the post office to see if I am still wanted.

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20. I need to plant my watermelon seeds. Yes, I know it is the middle of the winter. Duh! I am starting ahead of the game this year!

21. I changed my lock on the door and can’t get out.

I hate it when that happens!

22. I made an appointment with my eyebrow specialist.

23. I have not met my daily Thesaurus quota yet. I look up thirty words every day.

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‘Nope,’ Dennis answered. ‘I’d just reckon it was my sister’s new boyfriend.’

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BACK TO SCHOOL Stop School Stress

Piano Tuner - Technician 32 Years of ‘Noted’ Piano Service!

By Cynthia Barnesky

Another school year is just around the corner. For some, it can be a very stressful time in their life: first day of school, a new school, finding your friends and just starting a new grade.

Kathie L. Zakresky Graduate of the Hal T.M. Lyne School of Piano Technology 1981 Phone: 403-934-5477 Email: kathiezak@gmail.com

Summer vacation will soon be over, and that’s no laughing matter. But take these fun, silly groaners back to school to share with your friends; they might put a smile on someone’s face!

Q. Why did the clock in the cafeteria always run slowly? A. Every lunch it went back four seconds!

Q. Why doesn’t the sun go to college? A. Because it has a million degrees!

Q. Why did the jellybean go to school? A. To become a smartie!

Q. What do you call a boy with a dictionary in his pocket? A. Smartie Pants!

Q. Why did 6 hate 7? A. Because 7 8 9.

Q. What did the math book say to the other math book? A. “I’ve got problems.”

Q. What did the calculator say to the other calculator? A. “You can count on me!”

Stress can cause many disorders for both parents and students such as not sleeping, headaches, and eating too much or not enough. Remember that stress is a choice, not a condition. We all have a choice to stay calm or to get upset about the situations that we are in. When we realize that the idea of starting school is just that, we can handle it better. Think of it as if you had done it before and that it will be better than it was before. It is a great idea to start getting organized sooner than later; this goes for both parent and student. Talking to a parent or friend can also help get ideas on getting organized. Prioritizing, maintaining your focus and delegating your time are also great ways to reduce stress before and during the school year.

As we all know, stress sometimes plays a part in everyone’s life. Here are just some quick tips to help with stress: 1) Take a deep breath in and out slowly and take time out from the situation; this might be a good time to take a walk, as it might clear your mind and thoughts.

2) Try a relaxation exercise of tightening and releasing all the large muscle groups, starting from your toes to your head, breathing while doing this exercise.

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3) Massage and self-massage can also help relax the mind, body and soul, making life feel a lot easier to handle.

Good luck in another school year and before you know it, another year will be over!

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Kids Section Summer Dance and Activity Camps Designed for Boys and Girls.

Princess Tea Party:

August 12-16. 1:00-3:00. A different princess and colour will be the theme of the day throughout the week.

Kaleidoscope:

August 12-16. 10:00-12:00. A colourful combination of dance.

Experience several different dance forms and see how each one is unique in its own way. Basic moves will be taught along with free styling so students can experiment with movement, motion and space.

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½ cup (125 mL) shredded mozzarella Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line 12 muffin cups with paper liners. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, basil and baking soda until combined. Stir in cheddar cubes.

In a medium bowl, whisk together yogurt, eggs and butter until smooth. Stir into flour mixture just until well combined and no dry spots remain; stir in sweet pepper (batter will be very thick).

Spoon batter into muffin cups, dividing evenly. Spoon 1 tsp (5 mL) pizza sauce on top of each muffin; sprinkle each with shredded mozzarella.

Bake about 20 minutes, until golden and a toothpick inserted in centre of one of middle muffins comes out clean. Let muffins cool in pan at least 5 minutes before removing, and then let cool completely on a wire rack. (Freeze muffins in an airtight container for up to 1 month; defrost at room temperature.)

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www.edgdancestrathmore.com Back to school lunch solutions I remember the good old days when I had to pack lunches every day for my kids. It’s hard to be creative and keep those lunch bags interesting and healthy day after day. Sandwiches, juice box, granola bar and pudding snacks can get really boring after a while. Well, help has arrived! I know the prospect of another year of packing hundreds of lunch bags can make you crazy?

Make these the night before for supper and kill two birds with one stone! Bring on the new school year!

You can vary these wholesome, bite-size snacks by adding your child’s favourite veggies to the mix.

1/4 cup (50 mL) frozen corn 3 eggs 1/3 cup (75 mL) grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup (50 mL) milk 1/4 cup (50 mL) diced cooked ham 1 tbsp (15 mL) very thinly sliced green onion (optional) Paprika Spread corn out on paper towels to thaw and dry completely.

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Spray a 12-cup mini muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray or brush well with oil.

In a 2-cup (500-mL) glass measure, whisk together eggs, cheese and milk. Pour egg mixture into muffin cups, dividing evenly.

Sprinkle corn and ham into each cup, dividing evenly; sprinkle each with green onion and very lightly with paprika. Bake about 13 minutes until set. Remove from oven and let stand 5 minutes. Run a knife around edges of muffin cups; using a small spoon, carefully scoop out each cupcake. Let cool completely on a wire rack.

Refrigerate cupcakes in an airtight container, or wrap in plastic wrap, for up to 2 days. Pack in a lunch box with a chilled or frozen juice box to keep them cold.

Pizza Muffins

These calcium-rich muffins freeze well, can be packed in a lunch box straight from the freezer and will thaw by recess 2 cups (500 mL) all-purpose flour ¼ cup (50 mL) granulated sugar 1 tbsp (15 mL) baking powder 1 tsp (5 mL) each salt and dried basil ½ tsp (2 mL) baking soda 1 cup (250 mL) tiny cubes old orange cheddar 1 cup (250 mL) plain yogurt 2 eggs ¼ cup (50 mL) butter, melted ½ cup (125 mL) finely chopped red or green sweet pepper (optional) ¼ cup (50 mL) pizza sauce Page 18 18 Page

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Classes run Monday evenings and Tuesday all day To register please email: fitkidschestermere@shaw.ca

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A 9 week program running Monday nights March - May Register for any of the above programs or join us for all three!

Like us on Facebook for updates under JETS Athletics For More Information: Check out our website at www.jetsathletics.com, email us at jetsathletics@shaw.ca, or call Pat or Debbie Fule at 403-934-4599.

Here are 19 really great lunch ideas.

Share these with your friends; they will appreciate the help!

1. An “I love you” note from Mom or Dad or both. Oh, yes, they do want one.

2. Turkey wrap with mayo, dried cranberries, grated swiss or gouda.

3. Cheese and crackers – in the same shape to make mini sandwiches, plus strawberries.

4. Tomato soup with grated cheese for sprinkling, plus goldfish crackers for swimming.

5. Cream cheese and jam sandwich – a school-friendly twist on the classic PB&J. Add an apple for crunch.

6. Red and orange peppers, crackers and string cheese.

7. A silly joke to share.

8. Pita bread with their favourite filling… meat, grated veggies, grated cheese, etc.

9. Homemade fruit salad, with buttered buns and rolls of turkey on the side.

10. Leftover homemade soup, meatballs, lasagne - anything they eat well for supper often can be taken in a thermos.

11. Bright stickers, especially ones with cheery or silly messages on them.

12. Waffles cut into fingers, with yogurt for dipping.

13. Mini pizzas, especially if made by kids with toppings they like or let them top their own. www.thenewsyneighbour.com www.thenewsyneighbour.com

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Session Times: Grades 1-3: 5:30-6:30, Grades 4-5: 6:30-7:30, Grades 6-9: 7:45-8:45 Location: Wheatland Elementary School in Strathmore 14. Leftover steamed veggies tossed with pasta.

15. A sparkly new pencil, already sharpened and ready to use.

16. Buy partially baked bread sticks, sprinkle with olive oil and parmesan, and finish baking. Save any leftovers and send them with pizza sauce. Add grapes.

17. Bagel with cream cheese, send with apple slices.

18. Crunchy salad – any combo of raw veggies they’ll eat, skip lettuce if they prefer others. Add a buttered bun and a few slices of good cheese.

19. Carrots and hummus, with good bread for dipping.

STRATHMORE PARENT LINK PROGRAMS Strathmore Parent Link provides a variety of social programs such as: Ages & Stages - Drop by to fill out a questionnaire

which will provide a quick check of your child’s strengths and/or areas of concern.

Baby Talk - Join with other parents and their babies up to 12 months to socialize and learn about relevant topics concerning parenting an infant; program offered in partnership with Strathmore Health Unit.

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Drop In & Play Time Tumble Tots - Toddler gym time group Rhyme Time - Have fun with new rhymes and songs All programs offered FREE of charge 403-983-0076 - 421- 2nd Street, Strathmore

View all program times and dates on the events calendar on this website!

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Send a message to Premier Redford Don’t close the Strathmore General Hospital’s long-term care unit!

Go to www.strathmoreseniors.com and sign the letter to Redford and Health Minister Fred Horne.

Tell them to honour their promise to Alberta’s seniors and keep the unit open.

Chestermere Whitecappers News and Happenings WEEKLY ACTIVITIES: CARPET BOWLING - Mondays and Wednesdays – 1:00pm.

QUILTING - Thursdays 9:30am, everyone is welcome. Come share in making “Comfort Quilts.” The quilts are given to the RCMP & Victims Services to pass along to children & others within our community who experienced a tragedy/ trauma.

At the same time as the quilting… knitting and crocheting!

FITNESS FOR SENIORS – Fridays, 11:00am, the focus is strength and balance. This is a drop-in class so come when you can.

FRIDAY EVENING GAMES - 6:30pm - There will be euchre and many other games available. Contact Marilyn Conrad for further details 403-248-1998 SATURDAY MORNING COFFEE - 10:00 – 11:30am - Come enjoy a visit, share a joke and have some laughs.

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Bring a favorite main dish, salad or dessert; come enjoy an evening of fun & laughter. Wine/beer available for purchase.

Be sure to check the sign-up sheets in the Whitecappers’ Centre if you are interested in going on any tours or trips!

The Whitecappers’ office is open every Monday 11:00am till 1:00pm Address: 201B West Chestermere Drive (South end of the Rec. Centre) Office phone # 403-235-2117 (if we aren’t there, please leave a message)

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Cycles, cycles, everywhere…

To delicately broach an issue… about delicates. No, this is not a section about lingerie shopping, though that might be more fun.

It’s about all those cycles and selections on our new appliances, especially laundry. Do we really need them, and contrary to marketing’s ‘special’ view of the world – do we really use them?

The first question is the best place to start – do we really need them? Laundry appliances are facing a tough time. There are stricter energy use guidelines, increased number of fabric types and colours, and clothing is much more expensive. It’s not unusual to have three hundred or more dollars worth of clothes in one laundry load and a consumer who expects it all to be done perfectly with the push of a button.

The problem is that with all the different types of fabrics and clothing – from sleeping bags to hosiery, one cycle selection can’t do it all. Manufacturers have to look at load size, water temperatures, soak and agitation times and speeds, spin speeds, just to mention some aspects.

Using the cycles? It seems many consumers simply press ‘normal’, then start, and away it goes. With high efficiency machines this covers a lot of variables but can leave big gaps in performance; such as increased wear and fraying, failure to effectively clean and poor rinsing.

The truth is, most high efficiency machines work better on larger loads. In some cases we may simply not have a large load, www.thenewsyneighbour.com

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(back to delicates again… maybe). Part of the reason for cycle selections, [most washers have a delicate selection - some even go further with hand wash and fabric type (silk) as selections], is to allow for a cycle that tells the appliance what is required to safely clean this possibly smaller, more sensitive fabric load.

Hint: hosiery (not your sports socks), use a mesh laundry bag – some manufacturers have even designed one for this purpose.

At the other end of the scale are tougher clothes and stains.

There are cycles and settings for these as well – even sani-cycles where the washer will heat the water to hotter than tank temperature. Many have a bulky item selection which is great for jackets, blankets, comforters, etc.

High efficiency washers can safely cover many fabrics in one load but selecting a cycle that best matches the clothing or type of load will increase the lifespan and look of your clothes as well as being more efficient. We don’t have to spend hours sorting clothes, but just a little attention to load types and cycle selection can yield big results.

We are sharp enough (when we think about it) to realize some features are more hype than value, but there are some that will benefit us by using them. Talk to your local independent appliance retailer – they can assist in the ins & outs of what cycles and selections actually do for you and your clothes. As always there are four sides to every story; one side, the other side, the political/media side and the truth. It’s a big world out there; be sharp – be informed: www.scitechdaily.com and www.newsdaily.com The Newsy Neighbour

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They brought home a bunny.

A BUNNY. Do you understand what that means? It means that all the time that was once allocated to paying attention to ME, which was then taken away and went to HER when she came along… well, the VERY LITTLE left-over attention became DIVIDED between me and the BUNNY. A BUNNY!!!!!!

I hate the bunny. Mommy let him out of his cage and he ran around smelling all of my stuff and chewing on MY toys. I followed it and kept a very good eye on it, but it kept trying to hide from me behind and under the couch and my beautifulbut-big body couldn’t fit back there so I often lost sight of him. I hated him so much. Mommy kept cleaning out his cage (haha sucker, stuck in a cage) and giving him carrots and lettuce.

Hello!! Mommy!! My food dish is empty and I have no water!

Nope, nothing. Mommy doesn’t pay any attention to me.

She’s too worried about the BUNNY. The bunny ate through the phone cord. Serves them right for bringing him in to MY house.

And what’s with his tail? Where is it? It’s even smaller than mine! I don’t like it – not one bit. And he doesn’t walk normal – he hops. I hate it. It’s not natural.

And then SHE comes along and instead of wanting to bug ME, she’s all about bugging the bunny. HELLO!!! WHAT AM I, CHOPPED LIVER?? …err… wait…. I hate her so I’m GLAD she isn’t paying attention to me … right .... HEY! I’M RIGHT HERE! Darn bunny needs to leave.

And then… just like a fairy godmother heard my prayer, he was gone. One day, mommy put him in the back of her car (in the stinky gross bunny-smelling cage), and drove off. She was gone for a long time and when she came back – no bunny.

GLORIOUS! Why would she keep a bunny anyways? I heard mommy tell daddy that someone found him wandering around in their backyard and she had to save him. She should have just left him – this house is no house for a bunny AND a Black Ninja. I should have karate-chopped him. I’ll remember for next time.

IF there’s a next time.

Things are back to normal. For now. I will keep an eye out for any other strangers trying to sneak their way into my home. I will not sit idly by and allow it to happen again. No other dog, cat, bunny or reptile is allowed in MY home, or take up HER affection. The Black Ninja is on duty.

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Q. My dog panics every time there is a thunderstorm. What can I do to help him?

This is a very common question during the summer months. Some dogs will become extremely stressed, even before the storm appears, due to changes in barometric pressure and humidity levels. Signs of anxiety may include panting, pacing, finding places to hide, attention seeking, whining, or even defecating and urinating inappropriately.

Before jumping to a sedative, we like to try other options first. For starters, always monitor your own reactions during a thunderstorm, any human anxiety or fear can be sensed by your pets and passed onto them. Avoid paying special attention to your dog, and instead be positive and upbeat while going about your normal routine. Playing a game with your pet to keep him or her preoccupied may be beneficial.

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If none of these products are adequate, visit your veterinarian for further options regarding antianxiety medications, or possibly a visit to an animal behaviourist.

Do you have a question for the vet? Ask Dr. Julie Woodward at the Animal Care Centre of Strathmore.

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Jocktalk

Remembering Billy Powers!

July was a sad month as the Southern Alberta sports community said goodbye to Hall of Fame sportscaster and personality Bill Powers and his wife Donna Lee. Not only was Bill a friend, he was a colleague and a mentor.

I still remember when I broke into the business in 1981 with KIK FM. XL radio was the king and Billy Powers owned the town. Every young sportscaster wanted to be Bill Powers and most employers wanted their sportscasters to sound like Powers.

Billy had a unique ability to make people laugh and feel special.

When you were in a conversation with Powers, he made sure you were the most important person in the room. I will never forget one of my first encounters with the legend as I was a young, snotnosed sportscaster.

At a press conference together we had a few “pops.” Then we went to a local establishment for a few more, despite having to do a sportscast later in the afternoon. Billy was on the air first and I was listening in back at my station. The guy was smooth – smooth as silk and I am thinking to myself, this is going to be a piece of cake. I go on the air a few minutes later and kick it all over the place. I should have been fired on the spot! I learned a great lesson from the master: if you’re going to play with the big boys, don’t pretend you’re a big boy.

“A life is not important except in the impact is has on other lives,” said former baseball great Jackie Robinson. It is safe to say Bill made a huge impact on others as the tributes are still rolling in.

broadcasts by re-naming the play-by-play booth where Mark Stephen and Greg Peterson call the game - the Billy Powers broadcast booth.

“Alberta Golf is currently looking at a golf scholarship in Billy’s name,” says Tiffany Gordon, PGA of Canada executive professional and GM at Cottonwood Golf and Country club. The Riley’s best ball golf tournament has renamed the Media/Manager trophy The Billy Powers Trophy. There is also a charity golf tournament in Billy’s name planned for the Hampton’s Golf club in September.

Calgary Flames president Ken King is on record as saying the Flames will also pay tribute to Bill this season.

It’s not just Billy getting the love and recognition. The Jewish Community Federation will honour Donna Lee Powers for her commitment at the Jewish Community Center. Donna Lee’s motto was “Live, Laugh and Love.” The Federation has created the Live, Love and Laugh scholarship and staff award.

Besides his passion for family, beer and our professional sports teams, Billy loved to play ball, squash and golf. This has sparked a plan by a few communityminded citizens to approach the city to name an arena or a community ball park after him.

This would only be fitting for one of Calgary’s great ambassadors.

Billy, you will be missed but not forgotten!

“Billy was to the Stampeders what my beloved Eddie was to the Flames,” said Nomi Whalen, who kicked off the memorial service at a packed Red and White Club on Thursday, July 18. Whalen had married Bill and Donna Lee 24 years earlier.

The Calgary Stampeders honoured Powers with a moment of silent at the Montreal game and retired his seat in the press box. His seat reserved forever with his beer, a Molson Canadian.

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21 Must-See Manly Movies So to start off, let’s define what a “man movie” is or should be. Man movies are not just good movies; they’re not just funny, violent, popular or filled with scantly clad women. Man movies are about men doing manly things.

What are manly things? Opinions may vary, but here’s a few things we consider manly: Saving villages, fighting crime, protecting, fighting in wars, battling evil, standing up for something, defending one’s country, defying all odds, beating the crap out of bad guys, taking justice into one’s own hands (vigilantes), and performing incredible feats of strength and courage.

So with that in mind, let’s get on to our top 21 Manly Movies List. Here they are: 21) Our manly movies list begins with Hoosiers, a timeless classic that should be part of every man movie collection. If you like sports, underdogs, last-second shots and rousing locker room speeches, you’ll love this one.

20) Rambo – First Blood. Lone war veteran John Rambo takes on a hick police force and brings down a whole town with his knife and a bazooka. Do I even have to justify why this movie makes the list?

19) Jedi’s, storm troopers, light sabers, and droids… need I say more? The original Star wars Trilogy deserves a spot on this list; however, the only place worthy of Jar Jar Binks and the latest Star Wars installment is Vader’s Carbonite Deep Freeze.

18) This movie needs no introduction and certainly no explaining for its inclusion on this list. Bourne Identity has enough action, explosions, fight scenes and high speed car chases to be on a list of its own. If you haven’t seen this one, you haven’t reached full manhood.

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16) Love the original, but this remake is much better. A classic heist movie and maybe the best of its kind. Oceans Eleven has everything you’d want in a man movie; the impossible heist, casinos, comedy, and a little payback.

15) 300. Spartan King Leonidas and his army of 300 soldiers go head to head with the invading Persians in this manly masterpiece. A perfect underdog story with breathtaking special effects, epic battles scenes, and more testosterone than one can handle. The Dojo gives this one 2 thumbs up and a spot on our manly movies list.

14) Batman Begins takes first prize among bat movies and, of course, deserves a spot on our manly movies list.

13) Taken. Liam Neeson uses his “particular” set of skills to exact justice on dirt bag criminals that have kidnapped his daughter. You may come away from this one with the overwhelming desire to beat up some bad guys.

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11) Gladiator. Great battle scenes, great plot, and a must have for your man movie collection.

10) The Great Escape. Allied P.O.W.s hatch an enormous escape plan to free themselves from an inescapable Nazi prison camp. One of the best escape movies ever produced. Steve McQueen, James Garner, Charles Bronson and James Coburn are just a few of the big names featured in this WWII classic. An old school manly movie, but one worth your time and definitely worth a spot in your movie collection.

9) With a heavy dose of action, explosions, cool gadgets and a renegade millionaire out to rid the world of evil, Iron Man makes this list with ease.

8) You can’t have a list of man movies without James Bond. Casino Royale earns the nod for being the first Bond movie with more action scenes than sex scenes.

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6) Shawshank Redemption. This classic prison escape movie actually flopped in the theaters. However, it’s now considered one of best movies ever made. We couldn’t agree more.

5) Even with the growing popularity of MMA, boxing is still the manliest sport. Few films get you fired up like Rocky and there’s no question this and the entire Rocky series belong on this list.

4) Western movies and manliness go hand in hand. If you like gun fights, saloons, outlaws, and great story lines, you’ll love Tombstone. No manly movies list would be complete without it.

3) Glory. One of my personal favourites. This Civil War classic gives us a glimpse of some of the great sacrifices that were made to keep our country free from slavery.

Don’t question your manliness if you shed a few tears in this one; it’s 100% man movie!

2) A near impossible rescue mission, war heroes, tanks, heavy artillery and plenty of action makes Saving Private Ryan another easy pick for our list.

1) Braveheart. Although dubbed historically inaccurate and even offensive to most native Scots, this manly saga will go down in history as one of the best movies of all time and certainly makes a case for being the #1 man movie on our list. William Wallace and his stand against King Longshanks is nothing short of spectacular and makes one appreciate more deeply the freedoms we all enjoy. This blockbuster has all the elements of a classic man movie including epic battle scenes, stirring speeches, men in kilts and even some comic relief.

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LUSCIOUS JOYS I’m pretty sure the most eaten food during the summer months would be the “hot diggety dog” (frankfurter) or (the easiest food to cook in the world) the simple “hotdog”. They can be boiled, grilled, fried, steamed, broiled, baked, or microwaved, and hotdogs aren’t just for kids. They have become quite gourmet over the years. There is a vast array of condiments for hotdogs and the most common ones include ketchup, mustard, pickle relish, sauerkraut, onion, tomato, cheese, and chili peppers; but hold on to your britches! I’m here to share some completely different ideas you might not have thought of. You better run to the store to pick up your dogs now before you read on; guess what’s for supper tonight!

Banh Mi Dog 4 hot dogs ¼ cup mayonnaise 1 tbsp Sriracha or some other hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco) 1/2 tsp sugar 4 hot dog buns, split ¼ cucumber, thinly sliced 1 large carrot, shredded ¼ cup fresh mint leaves Cook the hot dogs according to the package directions. In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Sriracha, and sugar.

Place a hot dog in each bun and, dividing evenly, top with the mayonnaise mixture, cucumber, carrot, and mint. Tip: try this spicy mayonnaise on turkey sandwiches or in tuna salad.

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Peach Salsa Dog 2 peaches, chopped 1/2 to 1 jalapeño pepper, chopped 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice Kosher salt and black pepper 4 hot dogs 4 hot dog buns, split In a medium bowl, mix together the peaches, jalapeño, cilantro, and lemon juice; season with ¼ teaspoon each salt and black pepper. Let sit for 15 to 20 minutes. Meanwhile, cook the hot dogs according to the package directions. Place one on each bun and, dividing evenly, top with the peach salsa.

Mac “n” Cheese Pretty easy; just use your favourite Mac “n” Cheese as the topping. You can also use Spaghetti “O” s and add your favourite ketchup or relish.

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Onion Dog Caramelize the onions with yellow peppers for a delicious condiment. Top with Gruyere or Brie cheese.

Garden Dog 4 hot dogs 2 cups baby arugula 1/2 cup sliced pickled beets 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp red wine vinegar Kosher salt and black pepper 4 hot dog buns, split 1 ounce Parmesan, shaved Cook the hot dogs according to the package directions. In a medium bowl, mix together the arugula, beets, oil, vinegar, and ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper. Place a hot dog in each bun and, dividing evenly, top with the salad and Parmesan.

Pizza Dog ½ cup marinara sauce 4 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves Grill hotdogs and place into buns. Top with the marinara and mozzarella. Broil until the mozzarella has melted, 1 to 2 minutes. Dividing evenly, top with the basil. You could also add your favourite pizza toppings to this dog. Try sautéed mushrooms, peppers, and onions.

Chicago Dog Ketchup is a no-no on the Chicago dog; only dill pickles, mustard, hot banana peppers and tomatoes are allowed.

So, for your next family gathering, set up a “Hot Dog Bar” and make your own greatest hot dog creations ever!

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The next time I see you, you’ll have lost at least 5 pounds.” After 2 weeks, the lady returned and she shocked the doctor by losing nearly 15 pounds. The doctor was astonished, “Wow, that’s brilliant! Did you follow my plan?” The lady nodded, “I’ll tell you though, I thought I was going to drop dead that third day.” The doctor asked, “From hunger, you mean?” The lady responded, “Nope... from skipping!”

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Wondering how to get your kids involved in cooking?

We did a lot of cooking together as a family when my children were younger. Cookies and cakes mostly, and I wish now I would have spent more time teaching them entrees, side dishes, casseroles, lasagna, meatloaf and other assorted family recipes. They still call me when they have a cooking question and they have all turned into great cooks. Spending time in the kitchen cooking can be a pleasure for children of all ages. Start them young and with any luck they'll develop a lifelong love of the kitchen as well as skills they can use throughout adulthood. I found this awesome guide to the skills they can learn by age. Children will vary in their ability to undertake different cooking activities. Use your own judgment to choose tasks you think are suitable for your child. Safety is the biggest concern; beyond that, a little trial and error is all part of the fun.

Here is a list of suggested activities for under 3s, 3-5 year olds, 5-7 years olds, 8-11 year olds and children 12 and above.

Cooking with the under 3s

Your little one may not be able to dress himself or go to the toilet on her own, but from around 18 months, your child will probably want to start 'helping you out' in the kitchen. Take advantage of their interest to give yourself a break. If they're entertained in the kitchen, you can get on with the business of cooking and you'll both be happy. Ensure all hazards are away from grabbing hands - pot handles, hot food and liquids, sharp or heavy utensils and cleaning products. Think about what they can reach or trip over and make sure there is always a

clear path if you're carrying anything hot, sharp or heavy. You can set them up on the kitchen table so you know they're at a safe distance.

Once you've cleared the way, this is your opportunity to teach your child about food and familiarise them with the kitchen environment.

Here are some of the activities very young children will enjoy: • Washing vegetables - this is a great way of teaching them the names of vegetables and sparking an interest, which will hopefully encourage them to try different food.

• Stirring ingredients - they should be at room temperature.

• Mashing with a fork or potato masher – again, watch out for temperature.

• Sprinkling - flour, cake decorations and icing sugar; put a tray underneath to avoid too much mess.

• Spooning ingredients into scales - you'll need to help!

Another way to keep young children occupied is to give them plastic containers and utensils to wash in the sink - this can provide lengthy entertainment while you cook.

Activities to try with 3-5 year olds

• Weighing - pouring or spooning ingredients into scales.

Using measuring spoons.

• Washing fruit and vegetables.

• Cutting soft ingredients like butter, mushrooms, strawberries using a strong plastic knife.

• Breading and flouring - you can set up three stations with flour, beaten egg and breadcrumbs for fish fingers.

• Mixing - using either a spoon or hands to mix together ingredients.

• Tearing and squashing - tearing herbs and lettuce or squashing fruit.

• Sieving - it's best to balance the sieve over a bowl and tap it rather than shaking it around!

• Using a pestle and mortar - a light wooden one is better than a heavy one.

• Kneading - light kneading can be fun but you'll need to step in to complete the task.

• Rolling, shaping and cutting dough - choose plastic cutters and a small rolling.

• Spreading - buttering bread and spreading icing.

• Podding, picking and hulling - podding broad beans, picking leaves, tomatoes off the vine and hulling strawberries

Cooking with 5-7 year olds

Along with the skills suggested for 3-5 year olds, you can now introduce your child to trickier techniques and equipment. At this stage, you could think about buying your child a knife designed for young cooks or using a small adult one.

With the introduction of sharp cutting tools like knives and scissors, always consider the ability of your child and if you're not comfortable, then leave it for a while. There are still other more complex skills they can enjoy. If you do think they can manage then still always keep an eye on them as it's very easy to slip even for adults.

Activities to try with 5-7 year olds • Cutting using a small knife - children should learn how to

form their hand into a claw to keep fingertips out of danger .

• Cutting with scissors - if you can get smaller scissors or children's scissors, use them to snip herbs.

• Grating - fingers can easily be grated so keep watch and make sure they don't get too close to the end of whatever they're grating.

• Measuring - even the very youngest children can do this but as children learn to read and do basic math, this is a great opportunity for them to do this with less supervision.

• Rubbing in - rubbing in flour and butter with fingertips is called for in many recipes.

• Beating and folding - show children how to beat cake mixture with a wooden spoon or fold in egg whites without knocking out too much air.

• Greasing and lining a cake tin or tray.

• Peel oranges or hard-boiled eggs - make sure eggs aren't too hot, run them under the cold tap first and be careful of residual heat.

• Setting the table - encourage them to cherish the ritual of family meals.

Cooking with 8-11 year olds Along with the skills suggested for 3-5 and 5-7 year olds, when children reach 8+, they can start to get involved with planning and undertake activities with a bit more independence. Supervision is still key, due to the number of hazards in the kitchen but take a hands-off approach where possible.

inclined to want to add more, jump stages or taste when they shouldn't.

• Different tastes, textures and foods.

• Time and patience.

• The science of cooking, “what happens to things when you apply heat or cold”.

• Dexterity, fine motor skills and coordination, carrying or pouring without spilling, opening containers and packets, weighing.

Creativity When children learn to cook, they will do so by following the recipes carefully with your help. As they become older and more experienced, let them experiment with quantities, although remember that most baking recipes have specific quantities that will not work if changed. Give them opportunities to let their imagination run wild when it comes to presentation of the final dish.

Children will learn many things through cooking but the greatest lesson they can learn is a love preparing delicious, healthy, well-rounded meals. ~ Kathryn Hartwell

Activities to try with 8-11 year olds

• Planning the family meal.

• Following a simple recipe.

• Finding ingredients in the cupboards and fridge.

• Using a peeler.

• Whisking, using a balloon whisk or handheld mixer.

• Using heat on an oven and microwave.

• Making salads.

• Opening cans.

Gradually introduce your children to the above and make sure they are aware of the dangers involved. If you feel they are not ready, hold off for a while. Cuts and burns are common in the kitchen so always keep an eye on them.

However capable they may be, it's easy to get distracted or try to rush an activity.

Cooking with 12+ year olds

Along with the skills suggested for 5-7 and 7-11 year olds, when children reach 12+, they can begin to prepare more complex recipes and even start improvising. How much they can achieve depends on how interested they are in cooking and how much they've done before.

Even much older children should have some supervision to avoid accidents in the kitchen.

Learning opportunities • Food hygiene - washing hands at the beginning and in between touching raw and ready-to-eat ingredients.

• Math - counting, dividing portions, doubling recipes, adding and subtracting.

• Recognising ingredients and learning their origin.

• Recognising kitchen equipment and learning how to use it.

• Reading and following recipes in order to create the final dish.

• Following instructions - young children are particularly

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Health & Beauty Section Good old Vaseline!

While doing my usual Internet surfing, looking for ideas for the magazine, I came across quite a few articles about Vaseline. Now, I remember my mother using it all her life, that and Ponds cold cream.

She has very few wrinkles on her face and she is 84 years young. Sometimes we over complicate things and think the more expensive creams and lotions must be better, or why would they be selling it for so much money? Well, I’m here to tell you that that good old fashioned stuff can do the same thing.

After all, Jennifer Aniston uses Vaseline under her eyes as her nightly beauty regime. I’m buying a big jar today! This 140+ year old product will become a part of your daily routine once you read this article and realize the answer was right under our nose this whole time!

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1. Never get lipstick on your teeth again! Put a little Vaseline on your teeth and keep them pearly white.

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Wear Sunglasses Sunglasses can help prevent damage to your eyes by blocking a large amount of UV rays. Keep your shades on and make sure your children wear them too. Sunglasses don’t have to be expensive to be effective, but make sure you choose ones with: • Even shading • Medium to dark lenses (grey, brown or green tint) • UVA and UVB protection Know the Signs of Skin Cancer Most skin cancers can be cured if they’re caught early enough.

Check your skin regularly. Make sure that you or someone else checks “hard-to-get-at� places such as your back, back of your neck and ears and backs of your legs.

What to watch for: • Any change in a birthmark or a mole that changes shape, colour, size or surface. • Any new growth on your skin – pale, pearly nodules that may grow larger and crust, or red, scaly, sharply defined patches. • Any sore that doesn’t heal. • Any patch of skin that bleeds, oozes, swells, itches or becomes red and bumpy. • If you notice changes or are confused about what you should be looking for, ask your doctor for help.

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Lean muscle can make your body look more fit or toned, but most importantly it helps increase your metabolism or your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR). This essentially means the more lean muscle you have, the higher your metabolism, the more food you can eat.

Who doesn’t want to be able to eat more food and lose weight? I know you’re probably thinking this can’t be true; I need to eat less food to lose weight.

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Interesting Food Facts • A typical banana travels 4,000 miles before being eaten.

• Potato chips are the biggest selling snack food in the U.S. and Canada.

• In the United States, a pound of potato chips costs two hundred times more than a pound of potatoes.

• During the Alaskan Klondike gold rush (1897-1898), potatoes were practically worth their weight in gold.

Potatoes were so valued for their vitamin C content that miners traded gold for potatoes.

• Honey is the only food edible to humans that will never go bad. They have found edible forms of honey in ancient Egyptian tombs.

• Lemons contain more sugar than strawberries • Fast food restaurants use yellow, red, and orange in their logos and décor because those are the colours that stimulate hunger.

• There are over 1000 different kinds of apples. Apples are also more proficient at waking you up in the morning than coffee.

• Did you know that in Japan, the most popular topping for pizza at Domino’s Pizza is squid?

• Cherries are a member of the rose family.

• They have square watermelons in Japan because they stack better.

• Peanuts are one of the ingredients in dynamite.

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our emotions, beliefs, and thoughts, and that is really the source of what and who we attract and the basis of our sense of well-being. Which means what?

I just finished reading the Dan Brown novel, “Lost Symbol.”

It is a fantastic book, well worth the read. Dan has a way of drawing you into the story and the infinite amount of information in his books is fabulous. There is a lot of talk about Noetic Science and the power of the mind and soul, which I find fascinating, so I did more research on this topic.

The word noetic is derived from the Greek nous, for which, according to the institute’s website, there is no exact equivalent in English. It refers to “inner knowing,” a kind of intuitive consciousness – direct and immediate access to knowledge beyond what is available to our normal senses and the power of reason.

It’s a little like the book “The Secret” (The Secret is a best-selling 2006 self-help book written by Rhonda Byrne). It is based on the law of attraction, which is said to work by attracting into a person’s life the experiences, situations, events, and people that “match the frequency” of the person’s thoughts and feelings, using the power of your mind. Therefore, positive thinking and feeling positive are claimed to create life-changing results such as increased wealth, health, and happiness. The book has sold more than 19 million copies worldwide and has been translated into 46 languages.

The Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS) was co-founded in 1973 by former astronaut Edgar Mitchell and investor Paul N. Temple to encourage and conduct research on noetic theory and human potentials. Institute programs include “extended human capacities”, “integral health and healing”, and “emerging worldviews”. During the three-day journey back to Earth aboard Apollo 14, Mitchell had an epiphany while looking down on the earth from space. “The presence of divinity became almost palpable, and I knew that life in the universe was not just an accident based on random processes ... The knowledge came to me directly,” Mitchell said of that experience.

Pretty mind blowing! But you know, it has been said many times that we humans use only about ten percent of our brain.

What is really meant by this is that the conscious mind needs about 10% of our brain’s resources.

In other words, thinking, moving about, making choices, planning, seeing, hearing, tasting, touching, and smelling are all conscious activities, and take up 10% of our processing power.

If this is true, what is the other 90% of the brain doing? If the conscious mind takes up 10% of your brain, we can refer to the other 90% as the subconscious mind. By using your subconscious mind, you are capable of changing your life; sounds like a pretty simple concept.

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So, if changing your thoughts or using your subconscious can make such a dramatic change in our lives, why aren’t we all doing this?

Perhaps no one has ever told us how! I found this simple guide on www.dumblittleman.com (who would have guessed I would find it there)?

So, if you’re dissatisfied with some part of your life, know that you have the power to change it, and it all starts with your thoughts!

Guide to Changing Your Thoughts to Shape the Life You Want 1. Make an appointment with yourself. Take a morning or afternoon off to think about your life. If this sounds scary to you, this is one of the first places to change your thoughts. This is fun. What you can dream, you can craft a plan to achieve. Find a quiet place with no distractions such as the library, sitting in your bed, or sitting in your car.

2. Daydream. During your appointment with yourself, think about areas in your life in which you want to make a change. Areas to consider: • Business/Career • Relationships • Finances • House & Home • Physical Health • Spiritual • Leisure • Family 3. Write Your Dreams Down. Write out what you want to change. Maybe there is only one area you want to

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change. Don’t feel like you have to change everything.

But if there is something that could improve the quality of your life, write it down. Don’t worry about whether it is possible. Assume that anything is possible.

thoughts you want to cultivate each day. You can include quotes or other inspiration from your mentors too. Of course feel free to add pictures, colour, texture, or whatever makes it powerful for you.

4. The Action Plan. For your top changes, write out some rough plans about how you could achieve those dreams.

Break down the long-term goal into monthly, weekly and/ or daily things you’ll need to do to get there.

7. Gratitude. Take a bit of time each morning to really appreciate what you currently have in your life that is good.

In the evening, take a bit of time to review your accomplishments and learnings from the day, either in quiet meditation, in a journal, or with someone who supports you. It can be a nice ritual to create with a spouse, your children, or other person who is important in your life.

5. Mentors. Who else has done what you want to do?

Who inspires you? What can you learn from that person or those people? How do they think? How do they handle challenges? Write it all down. Let that person serve as a guide to how you work towards your dreams. Seek out these guides even if it is simply by reading someone’s book or blog. Ask for help and guidance. You’ll likely be surprised to find that when you ask, most people will try to find a way to help you. Lastly, remind yourself every day that if your mentor can succeed, so can you.

6. The Reminder Poster. Use your creativity here. The idea is to create a poster of which you can make several copies to hang in key places such as your bathroom, bedside table, kitchen, car and desk. On the poster (any size you want) list your dreams, your daily action plan, and the

8. Believe. Believe in the power of your thoughts “A man is but the product of his thoughts.

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Pink symbolizes love and romance, caring, tenderness, acceptance and calm.

Beige and ivory symbolize unification. Ivory symbolizes quiet and pleasantness. Beige symbolizes calm and simplicity.

Yellow signifies joy, happiness, betrayal, optimism, idealism, imagination, hope, sunshine, summer, gold, philosophy, dishonesty, cowardice, jealousy,

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Blue: Peace, tranquility, cold, calm, stability, harmony, unity, trust, truth, confidence, conservatism, security, cleanliness, order, loyalty, sky, water, technology, depression, appetite suppressant.

Turquoise symbolizes calm. Teal symbolizes sophistication. Aquamarine symbolizes water. Lighter turquoise has a feminine appeal.

Purple: Royalty, nobility, spirituality, ceremony, mysterious, transformation, wisdom, enlightenment, cruelty, arrogance, mourning.

Lavender symbolizes grace and elegance.

Green: Nature, environment, healthy, good luck, renewal, youth, spring, generosity, fertility, jealousy, inexperience, envy, misfortune, vigor.

Brown: Earth, stability, hearth, home, outdoors, reliability, comfort, endurance, simplicity, and comfort.

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Gray: Security, reliability, intelligence, staid, modesty, dignity, maturity, solid, conservative, practical, old age, sadness, boring. Silver symbolizes calm.

White: Reverence, purity, birth, simplicity, cleanliness, peace, humility, precision, innocence, youth, winter, snow, good, sterility, marriage (Western cultures), death (Eastern cultures), cold, clinical.

Black: Power, sexuality, sophistication, formality, elegance, wealth, mystery, fear, evil, unhappiness, depth, style, evil, sadness, remorse, anger, anonymity, underground, good technical colour, mourning, death (Western cultures).

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1. Use an old glue tip to draw or write with acrylic paint. Works perfect!

2. Use a coffee filter to clean your screens. They’ll catch the dust and cut static on the screen, all without leaving behind any fibres like paper towels would.

3. To give a sisal or sea-grass area rug some traction, flip it over and apply lines of acrylic-latex caulking every 6 inches or so. Once dry, you can safely put down your rug; the rubbery strips will hold it in place.

4. Instead of using extra laundry detergent to pre-treat, instead we turn to our old school friend — white chalk. Simply rub onto greasy stains and the chalk powder will absorb the grease, making the stain easily removable by the laundry soap in the wash.

5. Take your favourite liquid fabric softener and soak an old hand towel or flour cloth completely with it. Wring it out and let it dry completely, then throw it in with your next load. This mega-fabric softener sheet should be good for at least 40 loads of laundry.

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Your HOME, Your YARD & Real Estate Simple Feng Shui: Changes You Can Make on Your Deck to Make Your Life Better!

According to the Black Hat Sect of Feng Shui, there are 9 sections to your house. If you overlay the diagram on your floor plan you can see where your life can be influenced.

The Career/Knowledge/Helpful People sections should line up with the front of your home.

Chances are, you have a deck on the back side of your house.

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your sight lines going to a fire pit (that is regularly lit). Red cushions, flowers and extra seating so you can energetically welcome others to notice your life. No clutter here, please! Make your chair bigger and higher so you can feel your reputation growing to one of greatness. Sit in and use the area as often as possible in order to absorb the energy in your being.

Doing nothing or leaving the area very bland or with no decoration, will not change a thing in your life. If it’s clut-

Marriage & Relationship Pink Earth Element

The deck is actually a structure extending your home. So we can assume, in a general Feng Shui way, that it will be affecting that part of your life.

Most likely, your Wealth, Fame and/or Marriage are going to be impacted by your deck. Usually for the better… if your deck is safe, clean and uncluttered. It’s best to choose your décor, in the appropriate area, according to the improvement you would like to see. To improve Marriage/Relationships/Romances, add lots of plants, especially red and pink flowers in the marriage sector. Add lights and if you can, add an umbrella or gazebo to “hold” the energy in. Have a two-seater bench or swing. For more romance, add more flowers and lights.

To increase Wealth, add a water fountain, kiddie pool, or hot tub (must be used, as a covered hot tub with stagnant water generates negative energy). A view looking out on to a lake or pool is the most ideal. Block out any unsightly views with something attractive. Metal chimes are good here as is music (especially piano music).

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Here are some resources to get you started if you are interested in creating a “living wall”: A “hedge” is a wall composed of plants. Some are purely decorative, while others serve primarily a practical function. Hedge plants used decoratively are often trimmed to precise sizes and shapes and include evergreen and deciduous shrubs. Such shrubs may also serve the practical function of affording a property some security. Almost any row of densely growing hedge plants will enhance security to some degree. But security is not the only practical function that hedges can serve. Hedges may also be used to create privacy screens or windbreaks.

Fast growing shrubs are a great choice for homeowners seeking quick privacy hedges. For that matter, homeowners simply hoping to enjoy stand-alone specimen bushes sometime in the nottoo-distant future will also be glad to find plants as impatient for growth as are their owners! This article lists several choices.

Cotoneaster: The branching of rock cotoneaster is stiff and dense, giving the plant, overall, a rather bristly look. Stems shoot off the branches in what’s often referred to as a “herringbone pattern,” a term also used in landscaping. The bristly look is significantly softened once the red berries appear, as your attention will be drawn to their fleshy orbs.

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flowers are long gone. It’s winter, and red twig dogwood is practicing its own version of “addition by subtraction.” For, despite having lost so many features, red twig dogwood may be at its best when nothing blocks the view of its best feature: its signature bark color, shouting out above the layer of snow coating the landscape (the same applies to yellow wig dogwood, but in a different color).

Mock Orange: The wonderfully fragrant bush, mock orange is rather unfortunately named for what it is not, rather than for what it is. As the “mock” in its name suggests, mock orange is not a true orange. But the citrusy smell of its white blossoms was enough to invite comparison, thus accounting for the origin of the mock orange’s common name. Another whiteflowered option is double file viburnum.

Lilacs: Like mock orange, the traditional lilac is an olfactory treasure. New cultivars are now available, but I still prefer the type of lilac with fragrant flowers that you probably remember from your grandparents’ yard.

Forsythia: There’s a special place in my heart for forsythias.

When I see their flower buds yellowing up, I feel my anticipation fully justified. What is it I anticipate? Forsythia flowers?

Yes, but much, oh, so much more than that! For forsythia flowers herald nothing less than spring, itself. Among the bushes, they are the spring flowers par excellence.

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distance of Calgary, the price of the average home in the town compares quite favourably to those in Calgary. Year-to-date, the

by CODY STUART on JUL 13, 2013 average sale price of a single-family Strathmore home sits at $308,498 while a single-family home in Calgary cost an average Situated just 25 minutes east of Calgary, Strathmore’s roots har- of $449,643 in 2013. ken back to the earliest days of the province.

“As the single-family market in the city of Calgary sees tightBack on July 28, 1883, when Canadian Pacific was laying the foun- ening supply levels, particularly for homes priced less than dations for the nation, crews laid a record-setting 10.2 kilometers $500,000, consumers looking for affordable homes are likely to of track, ending at the south side of the then-unnamed hamlet. consider either the condominium market or surrounding areas.

This should support sales growth in surrounding communities With the railroad tasked with naming the hamlets that sprang up this year,” said CREB® Economist Ann-Marie Lurie. along the line, it’s thought Strathmore owes its title to a Scotsman named James Ross, who was prone to monikers from his home Article provided by Carey Rose and written by Cody Stuart. See country.

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The town still maintains those pioneer roots to this day. Home to the annual Heritage Days Stampede, Strathmore’s annual answer to Calgary’s “Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth,” which includes their own version of the famous Running with the Bulls.

Those roots, along with the town’s picturesque prairie setting, will be displayed on a national scale this September when the community plays host to the 2013 Tour of Alberta. Featuring 15 international cycling teams, the event will be broadcast live in Canada and around the world. Strathmore will be the start community for Stage 3 of the race, which circles through the Canadian Badlands and finishes in Drumheller.

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Life Lines This monthly column by Jody Brown, is designed to help you make better connections and live happier lives. Sometimes we just need to ask the question. Joanne (Jody) Brown, MSW is an NLP Master Practitioner and advanced Master Hypnotherapist with a Diploma in corrections and Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work. You can learn more about NLP and hypnosis techniques on her website at www. authenticbeing.ca or contact her at 403-983-2230 or authenticbeing@shaw.ca.

Last month we covered a list of ten strategies for dealing with typical worry. We also asked for people to email us some of the best strategies that they have for dealing with stress and we were delighted with the results!

So in addition to our list of strategies for handing stress and worry which included ‘Getting the Facts’, ‘Educating Yourself’, ‘Discovering all the Options’, ‘Connecting with Others’, ‘Getting Active’, ‘Helping Others’, ‘Talk Talk Talk’, ‘Set a Limit’, ‘Question Your Worry Thoughts’, and ‘Forgive Yourself’ we received a handful of other tips that included: Readers’ Stress Busters 1.

Get Laughing. Try and find humour in the problem or worry that you have. Blow your problem out of proportion by imagining the worry situation as a cartoon scenario amplified to the worst possible degree. So if you are worried about testifying in court, imagine all the things that might go wrong, starting with you tripping as you go up to the stand. Perhaps you then start to babble and spit your gum out accidentally as you are testifying, only to have it land on the judge’s face. You get the idea.

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Create Lists. One reader likes to create a pro/ con list with all of the possible outcomes in order to understand the situation a bit better. So if you are worried about making a commitment to buying that dream house, you can chart what the benefits of purchasing the house are (like creating an investment) and what the negative aspects are (like having property taxes). By doing this, you can quickly see what your concerns are and be able to see how they balance out.

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Vent. Drive out to the deep forest or to that secluded creek you’ve always admired and yell and scream, cry or stamp your feet without fear of judgement. This might be a safe way to express your feelings while still maintaining your dignity.

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Visualization. Imagine the situation and how you would like it to turn out. Focus on the positive aspects and set the intention that everything will work out for the better good. Our Newsy Neighbour reader liked to practice this strategy on a regular basis right before bed.

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Seek Professional Help. If you see that your worry is starting to control your life or the lives of others, it is time to consult with a mental health professional or your general physician. Anxiety is extremely common, yet can have very damaging effects to your health and to the health of those around you if do not use positive coping strategies (becoming enraged, being abusive verbally or physically to ourselves or others or regularly isolating ourselves might be indicators for us to go and seek some help).

“It is your beliefs about a situation or event that determine how you will feel about that situation or event.”

From the book ‘Helping Your Anxious Child: A Step-by-Step Guide for Parents’ by R .Rapee , S. Spence , V. Cobham, and A. Wignall .

Thanks to those readers who contribute to the column each month. We appreciate your questions, thoughts and ideas.

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Day-old French bread (approximately 1/2 loaf) Olive oil (approximately 1/4 cup oil per 1/2 loaf) Kosher salt, to taste Freshly ground black pepper, to taste Optional: Parmesan cheese, dried herbs (basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary), garlic powder Preheat oven to 350°F.

**Warning: after trying out this recipe, you will likely never go back to buying store-bought croutons again. In fact, you will probably find it hard to believe you ever spent money on storebought croutons in the first place.

Using a bread knife, cut the bread into 1/2 inch by 1/2 inch cubes. If you prefer larger or smaller croutons, make your cuts accordingly – just be sure to make your cuts as similarly as possible to help them bake evenly. In a large bowl, toss bread cubes with enough olive oil to lightly coat. Add kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper to taste and any seasonings you prefer.

Once cubes are evenly and lightly coated, pour bread onto a baking pan lined with aluminum foil (for easy clean-up).

Bake bread in oven for 4 minutes then check them. I check mine every couple minutes, as when all the moisture is gone, they burn very quickly. Take out when the bread is golden and very crunchy. Toss cubes several times during baking.

Homemade croutons, stored in a plastic container or a plastic bag, last up to two weeks unrefrigerated.

Not only does making homemade croutons allow you to utilize the ends of the loaves of bread you weren’t going to eat anyway, but it also allows you to make delicious, fresh croutons to add to your salads and soups. To make croutons, all you need is some bread, oil and seasoning. What bread, oil and seasoning (and any combination) you choose will determine how your croutons taste. My personal favourite is to use a day-old French bread. I also save the ends of the regular sliced loaves of bread until I have a decent amount (about 4-6 slices and/or heels is plenty). Otherwise, you can use as many pieces of bread as you’d like. If the bread is too hard to cut but is still good, just pop it in the microwave, wrapped in a damp cloth, for about 20 seconds to loosen it up.

Enjoy! ~ Kathryn Hartwell

Quick Breads You already know you can make carrot cake and carrot muffins. In fact, I’ve always said that muffins are merely cake in disguise. Quick bread is basically a muffin in a loaf pan.

Zucchini bread is quick and easy and practically impossible to get wrong. It comes together in no time and if you don’t have a mixer on hand, you can just use a wooden spoon and some elbow grease. It’s a great after school snack.

Zucchini, pumpkins and carrots work so well in breads. I think it’s their dense texture, which, when grated slowly, releases moisture and earthy flavour as it bakes. The garden season will end soon enough, in a fanfare of potatoes and squashes, carrots and pumpkins. As the weather gets colder, you will be glad you took the time to bake these quick breads, snuggled safely in your deepfreeze, perfect for drop-in guests or just an anytime snack.

Zucchini Bread This recipe from Baking at Home with the Culinary Institute of America (Wiley 2004) makes a surprisingly light-tasting loaf and uses up a ton of zucchini.

Makes 2 loaves, about 12 slices each 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup sugar 2 1/4 cups coarsely grated, unpeeled zucchini 4 large eggs, lightly beaten 1/2 cup vegetable oil 2 tablespoons grated orange zest 1 cup coarsely chopped toasted walnuts or pecans Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 8 1/2-inch loaf pans.

Sift the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves into a bowl, and set aside.

Combine the zucchini, sugar, eggs, oil and orange zest in a large bowl, and mix by hand until evenly blended.

Add the sifted dry ingredients to the zucchini mixture. Stir by hand just until the batter is evenly moistened and blended. Fold in the nuts. Divide the batter between the prepared loaf pans.

Bake until the edges are browned and starting to pull away from the pan, and the bread springs back when lightly pressed with your fingertip, about 55 minutes. Remove the loaves from the pans and let cool on wire racks before serving.

Pumpkin Bread If you have a stand mixer, it comes together in a flash, but you can also make it quickly with just a whisk and a bowl. It makes an unusually wetlooking batter, but the loaf will dry in the oven and rise a little. Just give it enough time, even if the aroma in the kitchen is driving you mad.

Makes 1 loaf 1 1/2 cups walnut halves/pieces 1/2 cup vegetable oil 3/4 cup dark brown sugar 2 large eggs 1/3 cup buttermilk 9 ounces canned pumpkin puree 1/2 teaspoon orange extract

1/2 cup all-purpose flour 3/4 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt Preheat the oven to 350°F. Toast the walnuts for 12-15 minutes, chop and set aside. Measure out the 1/2 cup oil. Dip a basting brush in the measuring cup and grease a standard 8 1/2- or 9-inch loaf pan.

In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the brown sugar and oil on low speed. Add the eggs, one at a time, and then add the buttermilk, the pumpkin puree and the orange extract. Let it continue to mix on low speed while you sift the dry ingredients.

Put the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt in a sifter. Sift together onto a sheet of wax paper. Carefully tilt the contents of the wax paper into the mixer as it continues to run. Mix on low speed, scraping down the sides once, until just combined.

Fold in the chopped walnuts gently, and scrape the batter into the greased pan. Bake for 65-70 minutes, or until a skewer inserted in the center of the loaf comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes and out of the pan for 20 minutes before serving.

Carrot Bread This recipe from The Fearless Baker, by Emily Luchetti and Lisa Weiss (Little, Brown 2011) makes a sweet, moist loaf — one that can almost pass for dessert. Carrots can vary in the amount of moisture they hold. You can test the interior with a skewer or toothpick. When the end comes out dry or with a few moist crumbs clinging to it, then the loaf’s done.

Makes 1 loaf 8 medium carrots 1 1/3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, completely softened 1 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1/3 cup buttermilk (or 1/3 cup whole milk mixed with 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice) Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease the bottom and sides of an 8 1/2inch loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray or butter.

Peel and slice 3 of the carrots into 1/4-inch rounds. Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil, add the carrots and cook until soft, about 10 minutes. Drain. Let cool, and then puree in the food processor or blender. Coarsely grate the remaining 5 carrots (you should have 2 cups). Set both the pureed carrots and grated carrots aside.

Put the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt onto a piece of parchment paper or into a bowl. Set aside.

In a medium bowl, use a wooden spoon (or any other stiff spoon) to mix the butter and sugar until smooth. Stir in the eggs one at a time until combined. Stir in the buttermilk, carrot puree and grated carrots. Add the flour mixture and mix until well-blended.

Spread the batter in the prepared pan. Bake until a bamboo skewer or toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean, about 55-65 minutes. Let the bread cool for 15 minutes.

What a wonderful way to get your vegetable a day! ~ Kathryn Hartwell

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Homemade GLUTEN FREE Granola

The more things I can make myself without having to resort to store bought and pre-packaged, the happier I am.

I know what’s in it – and what isn’t. Plus, a lot of things just taste better homemade, and they are healthier. Take granola for example. Even a lot of the organic, “healthy” granola you buy in the store is made with sugar. While it may be organic sugar, it’s still sugar. While it may be made with organic vegetable oil, it’s still vegetable oil. This granola contains no refined sugars or vegetable oils. Instead, it’s made with raw honey and super-duper healthy and delicious coconut oil.

Making granola is not an exact science, so it’s an easy thing to customize to your preferences. Substitute any dried fruits, nuts or seeds of your choice. Prefer it sweeter? Add some more honey. I like adding sesame seeds. They add a great flavour, especially once they’ve been toasted with the oats. You could also add flax seeds; they are high in omega 3′s and fibre. Sunflower seeds are a good source of vitamin E and magnesium. They also have a great flavour.

Tailor this recipe to your likes and needs.

Ingredients: 8 cups certified gluten-free rolled oats 3 cups raw, unsalted sunflower seeds 2 cups flax seeds (not ground flax meal) 1 cup raw sesame seeds (not toasted) 1 cup chopped raw unsalted almonds 1 cup chopped raw unsalted walnuts 1 cup chopped raw unsalted pecans 1/2 cup unsalted butter OR ghee (clarified butter) 1/2 cup fine quality oil (recommended - sesame oil OR light olive oil) 3/4 cup honey 1/4 cup 100% maple syrup 1/2 cup brown cane sugar 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Optional - 1 cup dry unsweetened fruit (raisin, apricots, etc.) If adding dried fruit decrease amount of sunflower seeds from 3 cups to 2 cups)

Ingredients: 4 cups raw oats (not quick or instant) ¾ cup unsweetened dried flaked coconut ⅓ cup chopped or sliced almonds 3 tablespoons sunflower seeds (unsalted) 1 tablespoon flax seeds 1 tablespoon sesame seeds ⅓ cup raw honey 3 tablespoons extra virgin coconut oil ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional) 1 cup assorted dried fruit, like apricots, raisins, cranberries, cherries, pineapple, dates, etc.

Preheat the oven to 325°F. Place the oats in a large mixing bowl. Add the coconut flakes, nuts and seeds and stir to combine.

Place the honey and coconut oil in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Boil for one minute and remove from heat. Stir in almond extract, if using. Pour honey mixture over the oat mixture and stir until coated. Spread the granola out on a large baking sheet.

Bake for 20-25 minutes or until lightly toasted, stirring every few minutes to prevent burning. Let the granola cool completely then add the dried fruits and stir to combine.

Store in an airtight container. Keeps for about a week. Serve with milk and fresh berries if desired.

Preheat oven to 325° F / 163° C. Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper.

Mix certified gluten-free rolled oats, sunflower seeds, flax seeds, sesame seeds, almonds, walnuts and pecans in a large (at least 6-quart) mixing bowl. Stir to thoroughly combine.

Place butter, oil, honey, maple syrup, brown cane sugar, cinnamon and salt in a heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium high heat. Remove from heat. Whisk in vanilla extract.

Carefully pour half of hot syrup mixture over oat mixture in bowl. Stir to coat dry ingredients. Pour remaining syrup over oat mixture and stir again, until all dry ingredients are thoroughly coated.

Pour half of mixture on each parchment paper lined baking sheets and use a large spoon or spatula to evenly spread mixture on baking sheets. Place baking sheets in preheated oven.

Bake for 10 minutes. Remove baking sheets from oven and stir ingredients. This ensures even baking. Return baking sheets to oven and bake for another 10 to 15 minutes, or just until mixture starts to turn golden brown. Watch baking time carefully to avoid burning.

Remove baking sheets from oven. For chunky gluten-free granola, stir ingredients once and allow to completely cool. For a more cereal-textured granola, stir the granola more frequently as it cools. When cool, place granola in air tight containers and store in refrigerator.

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