The Newsy Neighbour February Issue 124

NEWSY THE

Neighbour Magazine

February 2018 ISSUE 124

A Complimentary Magazine for Strathmore, Langdon, Chestermere & Area.

Page 8-9

Winners Announced

Join Us Page 30-35

facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 1

A Master Planned Residential Community in Strathmore, Alberta

Phase 3 Lots NOW AVAILABLE 4 New Showhomes Now Open Single Family Homes starting from the $350’s /WildflowerRanchStrathmore

www.wildflowerranch.ca

Exclusive Wildflower Builders Congratulations to Aquilla Homes on winning the Readers Choice Builder of the Year Award for 2016 & 2017

2 •

thenewsyneighbour.com

The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

Altogether Different

facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 3

Go Big or

GO BIGGER

Learn about building a conscious business and making a difference in the world with the Business Sherpa™

Colin Sprake

Join Interna�onal Speaker

4 Time Best-selling Author Mentor to over 47,000 entrepreneurs

Monday, April 16, 2017

First in 3 Part Business Series Behind the Scenes: Building Successful Communi�es

Rosebud, Alberta 8 a.m. Networking Breakfast 9 – 10:30 a.m. Colin Sprake Tickets - $46.25 Call 403-901-3175 for more informa�on Brought to you by

WHEATLAND COUNTY Where There’s Room to Grow

In partnership with Community Futures Wild Rose

Next Issue is....

Strathmore & District Chamber of Commerce

Bow Valley College

OUR

STRATHMORE

Senior Event March 1st | 11am-4pm 100 Ranch Market #117, Strathmore

Tenth ANNUAL

WEDDING Issue Our 10th Annual Wedding Issue is apporaching quickly. Don’t miss an opportunity to adver�se your business in this spectacular issue. Reserve your spot now.

Advertising Deadline February 26th @5:00pm

Contact: Denise Geremia @ 403-608-0686 denise@thenewsyneighbour.com

Let Our Team of Professionals Take Care of All Your Business Needs

CORPORATE YEAR ENDS & PERSONAL TAX BOOKKEEPING & PAYROLL TAX PLANNING & BUSINESS CONSULTING

Phone: 403.930.3330 #102, 120 John Morris Way, Chestermere

info@wiseandcompany.ca www.wiseandcompany.ca

Professionals - Trades - Consultants - Retail - Small & Medium Businesses

4 •

thenewsyneighbour.com

The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

Altogether Different

Upcoming Programs Strathmore and Langdon

Getting Started With Healthy Habits LANGDON 2018 Dates: Friday, February 16 Time: 1:30 - 3:30 pm Location: Firehouse Bar & Grill 716 Centre Street, Langdon STRATHMORE 2018 Dates: Tuesday, February 13 Time: 1:30 - 3:30 pm Location: CRPCN Clinic 510 Highway 1, Strathmore

Either location, please call 403-901-0142 Cholesterol & Blood Pressure Essentials

2018 Dates: Tuesday, February 27 Time: 1 - 4 pm Location: CRPCN Clinic 510 Highway 1, Strathmore To Register: Please call 403-901-0142

Diabetes Essentials 2018 Dates: Tuesday, March 6 Time: 1 - 4 pm Location: CRPCN Clinic 510 Highway 1, Strathmore To Register: Please call 403-901-0142

Craving Change™ Wednesday Afternoons (series of 4) 2018 Dates: March 7, 14, 21 & 28 Time: 2 - 4 pm Location: CRPCN Clinic 510 Highway 1, Strathmore To Register: Please call 403-901-0142 connect with us crpcn.ca

Newsy Neighbour East Programs - January 2018.indd 1

Setting Boundaries LANGDON 2018 Dates: Thursday, February 22 Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm Location: Boulder Creek Golf Course 333 Boulder Creek Drive To Register: Please call 403-936-5990

STRATHMORE 2018 Dates: Friday, March 9 Time: 9:30 - 11:30 am Location: CRPCN Clinic 510 Highway 1, Strathmore To Register: Please call 403-901-0142

Smoking Cessation Thursday Evenings (series of 4) 2018 Dates: February 1, 8, 15 & 22 Time: 7 - 8 pm Location: Boulder Creek Golf Course 333 Boulder Creek Drive To Register: Please call 403-901-0142

HeartMath® Monday Afternoons (series of 2) 2018 Dates: February 5 & 12 Time: 1 - 4 pm Location: Firehouse Bar & Grill 716 Centre Street, Langdon To Register: Please call 403-936-5990 Registration is required. Please phone the number in the program box to register.

Classes are FREE thanks to Calgary Rural PCN and Alberta Health Services.

get social @CalgaryRuralPCN 2018-01-22 facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

4:37:415PM •

Winner SBC 2013 Business of the Year - Small Enterprise

/TheNewsy Neighbour

Winner of SBC 2015 Chamber of Commerce Award

@TNewsy Neighbour

Thank you!

www.thenewsyneighbour.blogspot.ca

/Newsy Neighbour

@TheNewsy Neighbour

ca.linkedin. com/in/thenewsyneighbour

After receiving The Newsy Neighbour Best in Business Award for Best Bakery in 2016, I spoke with The Newsy Neighbour staff to thank them for what they did for my small business – creating local awareness and increased traffic.

It still sounds rehearsed, and I wish people could hear what I say about it – the emotion [ just] comes out. [It] was a heartfelt thank you because you had no idea what you did for me as a small business. It meant so much to me that so many people came in to check out My Bakery Shop and then vote for us! ~ My Bakery Shop, Langdon

AN IMPORTANT NOTE TO OUR READERS:

The opinions expressed in the advertisements and articles of this publication are those of the advertisers and authors and not of The Newsy Neighbour Inc. The information in this magazine is believed and fully intended to be accurate but not warranted to be so. The Newsy Neighbour Inc. disclaims responsibility for any injury to persons or property resulting from any ideas or products referred to in the articles or advertisements. The mention of any brand in article or photos does not imply endorsement. Images are supplied by readers, advertisers and from shutterstock.com.

Our database is confidential, we will not share our information with third parties. No part of this publication may be reproduced without written consent of The Newsy Neighbour Inc.

NEWSY

Subscriptions Voucher

The

Neighbour Magazine

YES! I would like to subscribe to The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

NAME____________________________________ ADDRESS________________________________________ CITY_________________________POSTAL CODE______________ PHONE #____________________________________(optional) Visa or Master Card #_____________________________________ Expiry_________________________________ Signature__________________________________ The magazine will be mailed every month from our head office through Canada Post.

6 •

thenewsyneighbour.com

SUBSCRIBE ONLINE: thenewsyneighbour.com

We accept Cheque, Visa and M/C PLEASE DO NOT MAIL CASH! Please make cheques payable to “The Newsy Neighbour Inc.” Total subscription cost for one full year is $39.95 including G.S.T. Please return this voucher to: G-510 Highway 1, Strathmore, Alberta T1P 1M6 Questions please call 403-478-9114 aleesha@thenewsyneighbour.com

The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

When you see this icon, it means you should visit our website to read more on that topic or story

•

Altogether Different

Aleesha Gosling, CEO Phone: 403-478-9114

We Are More Than Just A Magazine

aleesha@thenewsyneighbour.com

THE GET TO KNOW YOUR

Denise Geremia, COO Phone: 403-608-0686

Presented by

denise@thenewsyneighbour.com

Our Customer Service Sets Us Apart.

We GUARANTEE it!

Content Development Multimedia Writer

Kyle Penn

Marci Hira, Deliveries Phone: 587-897-2193 marcibrianne@gmail.com

Advertising can be expensive but integral to the survival of any business.

Anyone who is willing to give us their hard earned advertising dollars, will get a promise from us, to do everything we can to promote and advertise their business and return the support in multiple ways. We are passionate about supporting local and it's the local businesses that are to thank for the existence of The Newsy Neighbour Magazine.

Natural Choices

Cynthia Barnesky Women Talk

DarlisKeily Ireland A Little bit of everything

Gaylene Smith A Mindful Minute

Rebecca Stone Proof Reader & Content

Sue Kirk

Larry & Rodger

Vicki Myhre Shaken & Stirred

Marcy Field Leela Sharon Aheer

MLA

Martin Shields

MP

Natural Options

Derek Henry

In a magazine, one can get - from cover to cover - 15 to 20 different ideas about life and how to live it. ~ Maya Angelou Please Recycle This Magazine!

Thriving Since 2008

www.thenewsyneighbour.com

Guiding you OVER the steps .....of Real Estate.

The REPs

facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 7

BEST IN ACCOUNTING/TAX Gregory, Harriman and Associates Formulas for Business H&R Block

BEST IN CUSTOMER SERVICE Animal Care Centre Volks Tech Appliance Repair OK Tire

BEST IN ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE/HEALTH Langdon Medical Clinic Lifepath Wellness Nature's Food & Spice

BEST IN DENTAL Ranch Dental Centre Strathmore Dental Rainbow Falls Dental

BEST IN AUTO SERVICE & TIRES & TOWING OK Tire Langdon Automotive Kal Tire BEST IN BUSINESS SERVICES (PRINTING, PROMOTIONAL, EMBROIDERY, COACHING) PHOENIX Signs & Graphics Assist Business Centre Tri-M Design BEST IN CLEANING SERVICES (HOME/CARPET & LAUNDRY) Bubbles Fine Dry Cleaning and Laundromat Drycleaning by Dave Down Right Clean BEST CLOTHING & SHOE STORE Sole Discretion Standard One Stop Shoe Shop Mark's Work Warehouse

8 •

BEST IN DIRECT SALES Norwex (Kristel Lang) Epicure (Marci Hira) Youngevity (Shelly Neal) BEST IN EDUCATION SERVICE (SCHOOL/ PRESCHOOL/DAYCARE) Great Beginnings Daycare Hope Community Preschool Early Minds Preschool

BEST HOME BUILDER/ CONTRACTOR Walker Carpentry Home Renovations All Decked Out General Contracting Envious Renovations BEST IN HOME DÉCOR/ INTERIOR DESIGNER Home Hardware Home Hardware (Randy Service) Real Deals on Home Decor BEST IN HOME IMPROVEMENT (FLOORS, GLASS, BUILDING SUPPLIES) Tim's Glass RONA Ry-dan Strathmore Glass BEST HOTEL/MOTEL/INN Travelodge Strathmore Rocking R Guest Ranch Days Inn & Suites

BEST IN FITNESS/ TRAINING/GYM Jumphouse Gymnastics Target Fitness DOC Personal Fitness

BEST IN INSURANCE Gold Key Insurance Western Financial Group Pink & Plates

BEST GROCERY STORE Sobeys Buy-Low Foods Back to Good

BEST IN LANDSCAPING Landscape Plus Garden Scents Positive Pruning & Maintenance

BEST HAIR SALON Bangles Salon & Spa NV Hair & Body Studio Ashley Leptich the Hairapist

thenewsyneighbour.com

BEST IN MASSAGE THERAPY Bangles Hair Design (Courtney Troniak) Centerpoint Chiropractic Lakeshore Spa BEST MORTGAGE BROKER RBC Financial (Kori-Lynn Corbin) Jencor Mortgage Corporation First Choice Mortgage BEST NAIL SALON (PEDICURE, MANICURE) Sky Nails Minosa Nails All About Nails BEST IN OPTOMETRY FYI Doctors Chestermere Optometry Ranch Market Eye Care BEST IN PARTY SERVICES (CAKES, GIFT SHOP, FLOWERS) Wired Floral Design Red Carrot Corianne's Custom Cookies BEST IN PET SERVICE/ GROOMER/STORE Hot Dogs Grooming Salon Pet Planet Chestermere Pet Planet Strathmore

BEST LAW FIRM Lynn Woods Law Randall Jarvis Law Chestermere Law The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

BEST PHARMACY Mint Health & Drugs Langdon Value Drug Mart Shoppers Drug Mart Strathmore •

Altogether Different

BEST IN PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Orange Jigsaw Real Estate Christa Aleman BDS Properties BEST REAL ESTATE INDIVIDUAL Guy Cooley Michelle Eldjarnson Carey Rose BEST REAL ESTATE TEAM The REPs CIR Realty Strathmore Orange Jigsaw

BEST IN RV SALES/SERVICE/ STORAGE/CAMPING Butler Bilt Strathmore RV Aspen Crossing BEST IN SENIOR SERVICES (HEARING, LODGING) Wheatland Lodge Agecare Sagewood Chestermere Hearing

BEST BURGER - Sponsored by THE REPS The Burger Bar FROM THE CHAMBER Classic Bacon Cheeseburger The Strathmore Station The Langdon & District Chamber of Commerce would like The Awesome Burger to congratulate all recipients of the Newsy Neighbour ReadLegends - The Legendary ers’ Choice Best in Business Awards. To be nominated and Burger BEST FRIES - Sponsored by GOLD KEY INSURANCE Legends Kitchen + Bar Donair Poutine The Burger Bar - Onion Rings The Dockside Bar & Grill Truffle Fries BEST PIZZA - Sponsored by EMERALD MANAGEMENT Smiley's Pizza 249 The Firehouse - The Firehouse Fullhouse Pizza Most BADASS CREW Sponsored by GLORIA SCHWABE The REPs Great Beginnings Daycare Origin Malting & Brewing

subsequently win an award of this nature is a huge success for small business, especially in a small community like ours.

These awards are nominated and voted for by YOUR customers. These customers have chosen YOU over many other options and it is a huge honour.

The Langdon & District Chamber of Commerce would like to congratulate the following Chamber Members on their wins: • Langdon Medical Center • Langdon Automotive • Buy-Low Foods IGHBOU • Western Financial Group NE R Reader’s • Mint Health & Drugs Choice • Firehouse Bar and Grill • Oku Damashi Martial Arts in • The REPs Group Congratulations to all the Award winners and Nominees.

Keep up the Great Work!!

Z AGA INE M

BEST RESTAURANT/BAR/ PUB/CAFÉ The Roadhouse Original Joes Firehouse Bar & Grill

BEST VETERINARIAN Animal Care Centre Strathmore Vet Clinic Sevick Veterinary Clinic

E NEW SY TH

BEST PHOTOGRAPHER Taylor Hillier Photographer Sweet Pea Photography River and Reeds Photography

BUSINESS

Awards 2017-2018

BEST IN SPA/WELLNESS/ BEAUTY/SKINCARE/ TANNING The Bronzing Bar Lakeshore Spa Studio 86 Tanning Salon BEST IN SPORTS (MARTIAL ARTS, DANCE, GYMNASTICS) Oku Damashi Martial Arts Jumphouse Gymnastics Back to the Mat BJJ BEST IN TRADES (PLUMBING, HEATING, ELECTRICAL, COOLING, ROOFING) Dutchmen Plumbing Volks Tech Appliance Repair Bro-Tech Plumbing & Heating BEST TRAVEL AGENCY Marlin Travel Kaleidoscope Travel and Cruise Swan Travel facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 9

IGHBOU E N R Reader’s Choice in

Following the meal were the award presentations, with Newsy Team Aleesha Gosling and Denise Geremia opened the night with a comedic script, that even included rapping and acknowledgement of past Awards mistakes. The room roared with laughter, and not only with the laughing sound clip on Denise’s phone.

Next, local MLA Leela Sharon Aheer came up to speak and express her gratitude to local business owners for stepping out of their comfort zone and making a difference. Ms. Aheer then presented the first award, followed by Aleesha and Denise tag-teaming the next 20 awards. The girls announced the category, the Gold winner, and as the winner came up to accept their award, Silver and Bronze winners were called out. Those in attendance came up to accept their much-deserved certificates and thanked for their hard work, all while local photographer Amalia Zarakostas clicked photos and allowed each winner a much-deserved moment in the spotlight.

Z AGA INE M

E NEW SY TH

edgement of past Awards mistakes. The room roared with laughter, and not only with the laughing sound clip on Denise’s phone.

BUSINESS

Awards 2017-2018

The Readers’ Choice Best in Business Awards Show Recognizing a Year’s Worth of Local Business Excellence

The stage was set; the honourees were in attendance, the crystal trophies glittered, all lined up and ready to be presented to deserving businesses and individuals – it was the 2018 Readers’ Choice Best in Business Awards!

Reducing the number of awards from 80 last year to 45 this year, more than 30 tables at the Strathmore Legion housed the brightest entrepreneurs and business owners from Strathmore, Langdon and Chestermere areas. The décor of twinkling lights and red candles, provided by local events coordinator Creative Events, extravagantly lit up the room and painted the picture of what the night would entail. Wine glasses clinked, competing business owners networked, and friendships were made in the light of the Photo Booth provided

by Pulse Entertainment A silent auction was set up at the back of the room, with all items and prizes donated by local businesses and monies collected being donated to the local Youth Club of Strathmore. While attendees were checking out the items for bid, local Langdon musician Glenn Baker and his band High Steppin’ Daddy entertained guest with their superb talent and presence. On the other end of the hall, The Strathmore Legion was serving up refreshments at the best prices in town.

Newsy Team Aleesha Gosling and Denise Geremia opened the night with a comedic script, that even included rapping and acknowl-

10 •

thenewsyneighbour.com

In all, the 2018 Reader’s Choice Best in Business Awards Show was an unmitigated, absolute success. The performances were great, everyone present was in high spirits, and some great photobooth photos were taken to remember the night. More than that, though, is what the Awards Show did for the community. Once again, it brought business owners and entrepreneurs together from all industries and walks of life to celebrate what makes Chestermere, Langdon, and Strathmore so great. It shone a bright spotlight on local commerce, and reminded everyone that the hard work and long hours they had put into their businesses had paid off, and that the community recognized them for their efforts and everything they’d worked hard at over the past year. Lastly – and perhaps, a little selfishly – it gave us at The Newsy Neighbour a chance to communicate, face-to-face, how much love and respect we have for each and every reader of our magazine, and to thank all of the people and businesses who make what we do possible.

On behalf of The Newsy Neighbour, we’d like to extend our deepest thanks to everyone in Chestermere, Langdon, and Strathmore for making the 2018 Readers’ Choice Best in Business Awards a smashing success. We couldn’t have done it without you. A special thank you to Hayley Poirier for her spur-of-the-moment acknowledgement on stage for all the hard work we put into the event, and while we don’t do it for praise or thanks, it was very appreciated. Congratulations once more to all the award winners and nominees – we can’t wait to do it again next year!

A Special Thank You! Town of Strathmore, Strathmore Chamber of Commerce, City of Chestermere, Chestermere Chamber of Commerce, Langdon Community Association, Langdon Chamber of Commerce, The Strathmore Legion and all the staff, Karri Geiger for your all your last minute help, Amalia Zarokostas Photography for the beautiful photos, Pulse Entertainment for the Photo Booth, High Steppin Daddy for the fabulous Music, Phoenix Signs & Graphics for the Awards, Indus Graphics for all the certificates and all the incredible businesses that donated to the silent auction and helped us raise money for the Strathmore Youth Club!

The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

Altogether Different

facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 11

9 Little Things Couples Who Last Do Differently Than Those Who Break Up

There's no perfect recipe for a successful relationship, but there are a few habits experts say can lead to more lasting relationships. For inspiration, you can just look at the little things couples who last longer do differently than those who end up splitting, and by learning from these habits, you might find that you have better relationship success. You don't need to change who you are to stick with your partner — you just need to find better ways to make things work in a relationship.

"Long-term relationships require effort because love evolves from a passionate and intense initial feeling to a more stable and secure one," therapist

Ana M. Aluisy, MA, LMHC, LMFT tells Bustle. "This latter [relationship] is vulnerable to routine and monotony, which leads to the initial passion and intensity to fade away. In addition, in order for relationships to last we have to make a conscious choice to place our commitment and the relationship above others and even ourselves at times. It's not about being right and proving the other wrong. It's about choosing the relationship."

If you want to make it in the long run with your partner, you'll want to engage in these nine little things experts say long-lasting couples do differently.

They Set Aside Time For Each Other

There's nothing like good old quality time, and couples that stay together go the extra mile to spend time together. "Spending one-on-one time, without friends or other family members, allows for intimate moments to continue to be built in our positive memory bank," says Aluisy. "It also makes individuals feel special to have undivided attention."

They Take Responsibility For Their Themselves

Couples that stick together take responsibility not only for their actions, but for their own personal, professional, and spiritual happiness. "Each person understands that although relationships are an important part of life, healthy people don’t put all of their eggs in one happiness basket," clinical psychologist Traci Stein, PhD, MPH tells Bustle. "They seek other types of satisfaction, such as at work, in friendships, and the like."

They Make Attempts For Repair

Alberta Hearing Center For all your hearing needs AADL, WCB, DVA & “Private”

2 for 1 Hearing Test

They Agree To Disagree

When you book as a couple.

You're not always going to have the same opinion as your partner, and that's OK. "It's important to show respect for differences of opinions or beliefs," says Aluisy. "This is a great way to show acceptance even with conflicting views."

"The best gift you can give is to Listen!"

Expires February 28,2018

Oasis Chestermere Station

175 Chestermere Station Way #201, Chestermere

They Have Realistic Expectations

Oasis Calgary East Hills

Unit 531-409 East Hills Blvd S.E. Calgary

"Long lasting couples are realistic and flexible with respect to their expectations about their partner and relationship in general," psychologist Rob Pascale tells Bustle "But they also keep an optimistic outlook and a positive perspective. If you expect your

Please Call For An Appointment 403.668.7776 12 •

thenewsyneighbour.com

A happy, long-lasting couple will make an extra effort to work on issues that come up. "Trying to repair or make up for past mistake shows efforts that one cares about the other's feelings and is willing to accommodate in an effort to avoid hurting their partner," says Aluisy.

The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

Altogether Different

Valentines D� Bu�et

from Dobre Food and Catering

Call Today To Reserve Your Table

Soup Salads Limited Space Available Perogies Cabbage rolls garlic sausage BBQ chicken drums�cks Cheese buns Dessert Table

Dine in | Take out Adults $22.99 Seniors $17.99 Ages 13-17 $11.99 Ages 4-12 $9.99 Takeout Container $15.99

403.936.7622

Menu:

Dine in reserva�ons required and payment must accompany reserva�ons (max 11/2 hour sea�ng) sorry but we only have sea�ng for 20 and want others to have an oppurtunity at the buffet

111-355 Main Street.

Langdon

/dobrefood

partner to be a certain way or your relationship should follow a certain path and it doesn’t, those in successful relationships can realize their expectations are unrealistic and will make adjustments."

expect their partner to be equally agreeable, interesting, or attractive to them all the time, says Stein. Instead, they understand that their partner will sometimes have a bad day, and will be there to offer support when needed.

They Get Out Together

Everyone's relationships are different, but follow these simple tricks, and experts say you might find that your relationship becomes a bit easier.

Couples who stick together find a good balance between staying inside and going outdoors. "Getting away from [your usual] space provides an opportunity to focus on each other," psychologist and sexologist Barbara Winter, Ph.D, PAtells Bustle. Plus, you get to feel healthier at the same time!

They Nurture A Common Project

"People in longer-term relationships share a common goal, whether it be renovating their home, having a side-business as a couple, or leading a fundraiser," says Winter. "Projects are important for many reasons. Besides a joint venture, it allows for continued momentum in the relationship."

They Value The Whole Person

A long-lasting relationship goes beyond just physical attraction and having a good time together. "They value the whole person — mind, body, emotions — and understand that their partner is more than just their physical appearance, which will change over time," says Stein.

They Know No One Is Perfect

Long-lasting couples realize no one is perfect, and they don’t

By Carina Wolff www.bustle.com

Strathmore Farmers Market Special Valentine’s Market

10am - 2pm Sunday, February 11th Strathmore Civic Centre Come Find Some Special Valentine Products from a Variety of Vendors!!! www.strathmorefarmersmarket.ca facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 13

VALENTINE’S DINNER & WINE TASTING 2 Different 4 Course Meal Options To Choose From.

Wine Tasting with Field Stone Fruit Wines Tickets $40 per person. Limited Seating

NEW NEW MENU MENU || LIVE LIVE MUSIC MUSIC EVERY EVERY WEEKEND WEEKEND || KIDS KIDS PAINT PAINT DA DAYS YS RUSTIC RUSTIC SIGN SIGN NIGHTS NIGHTS || SPORTS SPORTS ON ON THE THE BIG BIG SCREEN SCREEN || HALF HALF PRICE PRICE PIZZA PIZZA SUNDA SUNDAY’S Y’S KIDS KIDS MENU MENU || VLT’S VLT’S || KARAOKE KARAOKE & & SO SO MUCH MUCH MORE MORE langdonfirehouse.com | 716 Centre Street, Langdon

Bullying Awareness Steven currently lives in Strathmore, but is originally from Newfoundland. At 25-years old, his passions in life are playing guitar, writing motivational stories and just writing in general. He’s a very positive and outgoing person who loves to watch football. Steven has Spina Bifida and is confined to a wheelchair, but his ultimate goal in life is to inspire people to be more positive, as positivity is one of my philosophies in life. Overall, Steven is just an average guy looking to make a difference in the world!

Chestermere Local Florist 403.620.7497 wiredfloral@shaw.ca /wiredfloraldesign Like us on @wiredfloral Facebook

www.wiredfloraldesign.ca thenewsyneighbour.com

The Gift of Love Love comes in many forms. Whether it’s from a spouse, brother, sister or even a friend, love is everywhere.

As a matter of fact, love doesn’t always necessarily have to be toward a person or even have a name. It can be towards an animal, a picture, or even a book; love is everywhere! It’s what you feel in your heart. Speaking for myself, I have many loves in my life, but nothing compares to the love that my family and I have towards my soon-to-be niece. I can’t put into words the emotions that we feel.

I look forward to the moment I get to hold her for the first time.

Heck, I’m here tearing up as I’m writing about her and she’s not even here! It’s amazing what love can do to people. I can honestly say that even though I always knew what love is, nothing compares to the love of a child. The day I found out that I was going to be an uncle was one of the happiest days of my life, and I say that partly because knowing that I’m unable to have kids of my own due to my disability. So, I’m going to embrace this love that God has given my family and say thank you to my sister and her boyfriend for creating this bundle of joy and allowing us to show another meaning of love. I want to dedicate this column to my sister as she prepares to give life to an amazing little girl that happens to be my beautiful niece.

Steven Greene

Custom Order Your Next Floral Arrangement: Birthday, Wedding, Anniversary, Funeral, Gradua�on... or just because.

14 •

/langdonfirehouse | 403.936.3673

The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

Altogether Different

The NAME THAT CANDY BAR GAME Quiz Someone!!

This name that candy bar game makes for a great icebreaker. Plus, coming up with prizes is super easy as you can simply use the game supplies! Give a definition and whoever guesses it first gets the candy they guessed.

Spread the love by limiting guests to winning 2, 3 or 4 times unless no one else can guess the candy.

NAME THAT CANDY BAR GAME DEFINITIONS AND ANSWERS 01. Witherspoon's nut-paste mugs (Reese's Peanut Butter Cups) Reese Witherspoon 02. Belonging to a controversial rap artist (M&Ms) Eminem's 03. Sweet polka partners (Dots) 04. Misfiring moo juice or moo juice bombs (Milk Duds) 05. Nickname of someone who's always dropping things (Butterfinger) 06. Best time to go shopping or when wages are disbursed (Pay Day) 07. What the silly rabbit with a lisp doesn't know is for kids (Twix) 08. Single women look for him (Mr. Goodbar) 09. Nut happiness (Almond Joy) 10. Pint-sized storehouses of large sums of cash (Junior Mints) 11. Half suppressed laughter (Snickers) 12. 10 X 10 G's or one tenth of a million (100 Grand) 13. One million dollars (1000 Grand) 14. Indian burial grounds (Mounds) 15. Citrus craniums (Lemon Heads) 16. Popular English pub game or nine pins (Skittles) 17. Steve Urkel, Screech, and Ugly Betty (Nerds) 18. Turn Zeros (Rolos) OR paddle close to the ground (Rolo) Row low 19. Explosive Gravel (Pop Rocks) 20. Mechanical pocket candy you stick your neck out for (Pez) 21. Twisted Roots (Twizzlers) 22. A Southerner's peanuts (Goobers) 23. Substituted for teeth in the movie Dennis the Menace (Chicklets) 24. Popular 1980's funk song by James Mtume or succulent plant with ovaries used for food (Juicy Fruit) 25. Sun explosion (Starburst) 26. Rod belonging to a famous Ledger (Heath bar) Heath Ledger 27. Colorful flotation devices (Life Savers) 28. Belonging to Tyson and Turner or belonging to Tyson & Eisenhower (Mike & Ikes) Mike Tyson & Ike Turner or Mike Tyson & President Eisenhower who was nicknamed Ike 29. At this time and a subsequent time (Now and Later) 30. Call Dad on the telephone (Ring Pop) 31. The candy with a secret (Caramilk) How do they get the caramel in the Carmilk bar?

32. Ask for this when you haven't had enough (S'more) 33. A small parasitic nail (Tic Tac) 34. Pre grade-school shock (Kinder Surprise) 35. Freckle-face brunette tomboy of Peanuts fame

e +M =

Forever!

xoxo Clean up all winter long.

Even when the snow is falling outside, Grasshopper gets the job done. Grasshopper True ZeroTurn™ FrontMount™ mowers give you the power and maneuverability to sweep, push and blow through snow with the greatest of ease. Our complete line of snowthrowers, rotary brooms and dozer blades install in minutes. With only one engine to maintain, you’ll save time and money, so your profit forecast is always sunny.

Dozer Blade

V-plow

Rotary Broom

DEALER NAME Strathmore, AB

Call 620-345-8621 to find a dealer near you, 124 Orchard Way. or visit www.grasshoppermower.com

YOUR NEXT MOWER ® © 2007 The Grasshopper Company

1234 S Northwest Hwy 403-901-0018 Nearhere, KS • (620) 555-1212 www.clarkssupply.com

www.grasshoppermower.com © THE GRASSHOPPER COMPANY

R��es are red Violets are blue Keep the fl�wers

I'd rather have sh�es

Bring In This Coupon For 10% Off Coupon expires February 28th 2018

www.ShopStrathmore.ca 403-983-0020 • thestandardshoeshop@gmail.com • 136 - 2nd Ave. Strathmore

(Peppermint Patty) 36. Pub belonging to two female pronouns (Hershey's Bar) 37. Two personal female pronoun smooches (Hershey Kisses) 38. Ummmmm... I don't remember the name or What you call something you can't remember the name of (Whatchamacallit) 39. Partner to Pop and Snap (Krackel) Snap, Crackle, Pop, Rice Krispies 40. Cheerful cattle farmer (Jolly Rancher) facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 15

Our Family Working For Your Family!

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Nancy Stairs (403) 934-1625 Steve Farran (403) 901-9335

RE/MAX Realty Horizon The Nancy Stairs Team Residential, Acreage Commercial

Alisa Wurz

(403)

934-7903

/Nancy Stairs Team Visit all of our listing & virtual tours at www.nancystairs.com Proud A+ Members of the Better Business Bureau!

Natural Choices

Cynthia Barnesky is a Holistic Practitioner/Certified Professional Spiritual Life Coach and owner of SunRise Healing Center: Specializes in helping you with the natural ways of healing through her services of Inner Clarity Spiritual Life Coaching, Intuitive Massage, Reflexology, IonCleanse Detox Foot Bath, Intuitive Readings, Reconnective Healing, and many natural healing products. For more information visit her website: www.sunrisehealingcenter.com or give her a call: 403-934-6416.

The Love Center:

“The Heart”

February is Heart Month, and it is the month of love. Did you also know that we all have an energy center which vibrates in our bodies call the “heart charka center”? This is our “love center” and pink is the colour associated with it.

Every living thing has many energy centers inside and outside of their bodies, but most of us are only taught about the seven major centers. These centers are one part of your body that makes us how we are. Chakras are just another system helping connect your mind, body and soul in order for them to work together using light energy vibration.

The seven major chakras run along your spine. The first chakra is located on the tail bone; the second just below your belly button; the third below the v of the diaphragm; the fourth – the heart chakra, just in the middle of your chest; the fifth in the middle of the throat; the sixth in the middle of your eye brows and last but not least, the seventh chakra is right in the top of your head – as we like to call it the soft spot. Chakras are energy wheels which let light energy in and out of each chakra and also allow the energy to come from the sides of each chakra.

February is the ideal month to remember the heart chakra; it is also linked with our lungs, circulatory systems, shoulders, upper back and chest. On an emotional level; it is the center of giving, receiving, relationships, compassion and being loved.

There are many ways to help keep this center balanced; through mediation, forgiveness of oneself and others, self-love, receiv-

Valley Dental Clinic GENERAL FAMILY DENTISTRY

New Patients & Emergencies Welcome

Ph:

(403) 934-2882

Take Care of Yourself at Valley Dental Clinic

231-2nd Avenue, Strathmore valleydentalstrathmore@hotmail.com

www.valleydentalstrathmore.ca 16 •

thenewsyneighbour.com

ing and sharing love, being grounded and present at all times. Living in a state of being grateful for everything around you, just knowing that you are never alone and that you have a purpose in your life. You can help your physical body be the best it can be through exercise, natural and healthy foods, and awareness that everything we do to yourselves affects the chakra centers. We need to take care of ourselves and be mindful of how we think and feel on a positive note; it helps these centers stay in balance. By not caring for our mental, physical, emotional, spiritual and financial levels these chakras become unbalanced and that is when we get a sign that things are not right!

Go do something important today and show yourself and others how much you genuinely love and care. If you strive to do this every month your heart chakra and all the others will be so grateful. Happy Valentines’ Day, now and always!

Cynthia Barneskey

The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

Altogether Different

Women Talk Strathmore

Darlis is an entrepreneur with a passion for helping people in business, organizations and entire communities recognize their uniqueness and achieve possibilities they may not have thought possible. She believes growth and success start at the grassroots level… with people, and she uses training, coaching and facilitating to inspire positive change. She is a Board member of Women Talk Strathmore. Contact her at Darlis@DownToBusinessSolutions.com.

CELEBRATING FRIENDSHIPS “Good friends help you find important things when you have lost them… your smile, your hope and your courage.” – Doe Zantamata This month, many couples will be planning ways to express their love for each other on Valentine’s Day. There are sure to be many chocolates and special dinners consumed, flowers and other gifts given, proposals of marriage offered and perhaps even wedding vows renewed. However, love comes in many forms and deep friendships are a form of love that also deserve to be celebrated.

Behavioural scientists and psychologists describe a close friendship as one that involves shared moments and a long-lasting bond of sacrifice while the Japanese use a term, Kenzoku, which reflects a deep connection between people.

In both cases, there is an understanding that close friends are committed to each other’s happiness and would say what others would not when it is in the best interest of the friend. A true friend would not ever ask you to compromise your principles, they inspire you to be your best and they show up (and stay) during the darkest times without ever being asked.

If we are very fortunate, we also have a few extra special friendships during our lifetime. These are the ones that have an attraction factor similar to what that brings two people together romantically and often the friendship was formed very quickly.

These friendships feel very familiar, as if you have been friends forever. They are binding, permanent and are grounded in deep trust.

There have been numerous studies done on friendships, some quite interesting. For instance, many studies have repeatedly shown that as we increase in age, friendships play a larger role in our health and happiness than our family relationships. Robin Dunbar, anthropologist and psychologist, determined that the average person is likely to have 150 people in their social network (social friends), 50 close friends, 15 intimate friends and five people that are their close support group or best friends. Sociologists have identified that there are three critical elements needed to make close friends: physical nearness, repeated unscheduled interactions and a setting that encourages people to let down their guard down and confide in each other.

Many researchers believe that people make few new friends as they age due to busy schedules, demands of work and family, less free time for pursuing personal interests, set routines that do not involve meeting new people, and fewer social outings.

So when you consider the many benefits of having close friends in our lives, it seems that looking for opportunities to develop new friendships is to our advantage and Women Talk is an ideal place to do that. It provides the three key elements identified by sociologists earlier and brings together women in a social setting that is inspiring.

For the past two years, Women Talk in Strathmore has given women in our area a place to spend time with their friends and to make new ones after realizing there was a connection to someone who only moments before was a stranger. At the January gathering, our two Talkers shared stories about connecting to others through listening and finding forgiveness in the midst of tragedy.

Others spoke of their challenges in 2017 and their intentions for 2018. Amidst all of the sharing was realness, laughter, familiarity and trust… the very things that friendships are made of.

Come help us celebrate the many friendships of Women Talk at our 2nd Anniversary Event on Thursday, February 15th at 7pm at the Strathmore Station. You can book your tickets online at www.womentalk.ca/events, or for those who consider themselves non-savvy with technology, call 403-934-8516 to reserve your seat.

Bring a girlfriend or two and make it a great evening to celebrate good friends… old and new. We look forward to seeing you there!

For more information about WOMEN TALK in Strathmore, please visit www.WomenTalk.ca/Strathmore.

Kristel Lang

Independent Consultant

Kristel’s Norwex Information Group

403-901-8450

ke_kristel@hotmail.com

www.kristellang.norwex.biz

LAURA SMILSKI

February 15th 7-9pm Strathmore Station Tickets $20 online or $25 at the door Food & Drink menu available FRANCIS BARNES

Inner Healing for Deeper Connections

I’M IN!

www.womentalk.ca facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 17

MOUTH-WATERING

LOBSTER RECIPES egar, 1 teaspoonful of made mustard, the yolks of 2 eggs; cayenne and salt to taste; 3 teaspoonful of anchovy sauce. These ingredients should be mixed perfectly smooth, and form a creamy-looking sauce.

To boil lobsters

Ingredients:- 1/4 lb. of salt to each gallon of water.

Medium-sized lobsters are the best. Have ready a stewpan of boiling water, salted in the above proportion; put in the lobster, and keep it boiling quickly from 20 minutes to 3/4 hour, according to its size, and do not forget to skim well. If it boils too long, the meat becomes thready, and if not done enough, the spawn is not red: this must be obviated by great attention.

Hub the shell over with a little butter or sweet oil, which wipe off again.

Time. Small lobster, 20 minutes to 1/2 hour; large ditto, 1/2 to 1/3 hour.

Hot lobster Ingredients:- 1 lobster, 2 oz. of butter, grated nutmeg; salt, pepper, and pounded mace, to taste; bread crumbs, 2 eggs.

Pound the meat of the lobster to a smooth paste with the butter and seasoning, and add a few bread crumbs. Beat the eggs, and make the whole mixture into the form of a lobster; pound the spawn, and sprinkle over it. Bake 1/4 hour, and just before serving, lay over it the tail and body shell, with the small claws underneath, to resemble a lobster.

Time. 1/4 hour.

Lobster salad Ingredients:- 1 hen lobster, lettuces, endive, small salad (whatever is in season), a little chopped beetroot, 2 hard-boiled eggs, a few slices of cucumber. For dressing, equal quantities of oil and vin-

thenewsyneighbour.com

Lobster (a la mode francaise) Ingredients:- 1 lobster, 4 tablespoonfuls of white stock, 2 tablespoonfuls of cream, pounded mace, and cayenne to taste; bread crumbs.

Pick the meat from the shell, and cut it up into small square pieces; put the stock, cream, and seasoning into a stewpan, add the lobster, and let it simmer gently for 6 minutes. Serve it in the shell, which must be nicely cleaned, and have a border of puff-paste; cover it with bread crumbs, place small pieces of butter over, and brown before the fire, or with a salamander.

Time. 1/4 hour.

Lobster curry Ingredients:- 1 lobster, 2 onions, 1 oz. butter, 1 tablespoonful of curry-powder, 1/2 pint of medium stock, the juice of 1/2 lemon.

Pick the meat from the shell, and cut it into nice square pieces; fry the onions of a pale brown in the butter, stir in the curry-powder and stock, and simmer till it thickens, when put in the lobster; stew the whole slowly for 1/2 hour, and stir occasionally; and just before sending to table, put in the lemon-juice.

Serve boiled rice with it, the same as for other curries.

Time. Altogether, 3/4 hour.

RECIPES 18 •

Wash the salad, and thoroughly dry it by shaking it in a cloth. Cut up the lettuces and endive, pour the dressing on them, and lightly throw in the small salad. Mix all well together with the pickings from the body of the lobster; pick the meat from the shell, cut it up into nice square pieces, put half in the salad, the other half reserve for garnishing. Separate the yolks from the whites of 2 hard-boiled eggs; chop the whites very fine, and rub the yolks through a sieve, and afterwards the coral from the inside. Arrange the salad lightly on a glass dish, and garnish, first with a row of sliced cucumber, then with the pieces of lobster, the yolks and whites of the eggs, coral, and beetroot placed alternately, and arranged in small separate bunches, so that the colours contrast nicely.

Note. A few crayfish make a pretty garnishing to lobster salad.

The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

Altogether Different

Lobster cutlets Ingredients:- 1 large hen lobster, 1 oz. fresh butter, 1/2 saltspoonful of salt, pounded mace, grated nutmeg, cayenne and white pepper to taste, egg, and bread crumbs.

Pick the meat from the shell, and pound it in a mortar with the butter, and gradually add the mace and seasoning, well mixing the ingredients; beat all to a smooth paste, and add a little of the spawn; divide the mixture into pieces of an equal size, and shape them like cutlets. They should not be very thick. Brush them over with egg, and sprinkle with bread crumbs, and stick a short piece of the small claw in the top of each; fry them of a nice brown in boiling lard, and drain them before the fire, on a sieve reversed; arrange them nicely on a dish, and pour bechamel in the middle, but not over the cutlets.

Time. About 8 minutes after the cutlets are made.

Lobster patties Ingredients:- Minced lobster, 4 tablespoonfuls of bechamel, 6 drops of anchovy sauce, lemon-juice, cayenne to taste.

Line the patty-pans with puff-paste, and put into each a small piece of bread: cover with paste, brush over with egg, and bake of a light colour. Take as much lobster as is required, mince the meat very fine, and add the above ingredients; stir it over the fire for 6 minutes; remove the lids of the patty-cases, take out the bread, fill with the mixture, and replace the covers.

Potted lobster.

We Offer...

Full Service Meat Department Deli, Bakery, Produce, ATM, Lotto.

Wide selection of products including Gluten free

Phone: (403) 936-0124 Open 8AM-9PM Every Day! #101-97 Centre ST. S.W., LANGDON, AB

Ingredients:- 2 lobsters; seasoning to taste, of nutmeg, pounded mace, white pepper, and salt; 1/4 lb. of butter, 3 or 4 bay-leaves.

Mode:- Take out the meat carefully from the shell, but do not cut it up. Put some butter at the bottom of a dish, lay in the lobster as evenly as possible, with the bay-leaves and seasoning between.

Cover with butter, and bake for 3/4 hour in a gentle oven. When done, drain the whole on a sieve, and lay the pieces in potting-jars, with the seasoning about them. When cold, pour over it clarified butter, and, if very highly seasoned, it will keep some time.

Time. 3/4 hour.

Invite our Fabulous Food Trailer to your Event!

We also provide: Professional Catering for Casual or Formal Events Delicious Homemade Food - Great Customer Service

Cruizers.webs.com 587-284-3284

Mon, Tues & Thurs 11am-7pm Wed 11am-11pm Fri& Sat 11-9pm

135 3rd Ave Strathmore, AB

403.983.2290 facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 19

Training Your Pet Parrot

Parrots are wonderful pets.

PE TS

Pre-Order your copy of the Pouty Puppy today!

Available August 2013

So, the puppy is still here. I don’t Only $12 know why. She bugs me, literally. + gst, s/h I am laying in my bed, minding my own business and she comes on over and lays in my bed. MY BED. Of course, then I have to leave my place of relaxation and snarl at her. She also comes on walks with us now. The only thing I love in this entire world are my walks and now she’s there, running behind me, smelling everywhere I pee. Oh, and when I sit on the couch, she tries to get me. Thankfully she can’t get ON the couch yet but she certainly tries.

I am keeping her on track, snarling at her and putting my entire mouth over her head. But she just licks me. She is always trying to kiss me. What is up with this thing?

I have taken up not eating, unless it’s her food. She likes to eat my food, so in response I will eat HER food. Mom keeps getting mad at both of us for eating each other’s food and she keeps reminding us that Stella’s food is in the “pink bowl” and mine is in the “blue bowl” but, HELLO!! WE ARE COLOUR BLIND!!

I am so miserable. The only good thing in my life is my Yampa.

He comes in the door, and I run to him. Except, let me tell you the absolute worst thing that happened. He actually HUGGED THE NEW PUPPY!!!! Hey, puppy. That’s MY Yampa!! Get your own!!

Call: 403-608-0686 Email: denise.newsyneighbour@gmail.com

Only $12

Ph: 403-608-0686

www.thepoutypuppy.com 20 •

thenewsyneighbour.com

You will quickly find that these birds extremely smart and their ability to learn make them fun to train. Keep in mind that any animal that shows signs of high intelligence can easily get bored, so your job is to train your pet parrot and spend the time it takes to make your bird into a wonderful pet. It takes time and patience to train a parrot, but with the proper training, your parrot will provide you with many years of friendship.

You can train your parrot when you follow a few steps.

Whenever “school is in” for your parrot, it is always best to remove your parrot from his or her cage and train in a small quiet space. Your parrot is more likely to remain attentive and retain information when it is in a new environment. The next thing you will want to do, eliminate all distractions in your home. If your parrot becomes distracted during training, it will not learn well. That means that you need to turn off the radio, television and perhaps even the telephone. Also, remember that parrots are a lot like children. They have short attention spans, so short training sessions are recommended.

In addition, try to plan your parrot’s training time around their schedule, not yours. After mealtime is always, a good time for training because your parrot will be content and will pay attention. Your parrot will also appreciate plenty of praise. Even if you find that you were not very successful, do not let your parrot see your stress levels rise. This makes it an unpleasant experience for your bird and you will have a harder time getting your parrot interested in learning in the future.

When you are ready to teach your parrot a new trick, your pet parrot will respond well to treats and praise. Remember that all animals respond better to praise than punishment. Try to avoid punishing your parrot, even if he or she is acting naughty. Ignoring this behavior is your best bet when training your pet parrot. Parrots do not understand punishment or negative reinforcement. In fact, if you respond to your parrot’s bad behavior, your pet may actually see this as positive attention. Keep in mind that while your parrot will love food treats as rewards, try to accentuate the positive and encourage good behavior with lots of praise and play time. Otherwise, your parrot may only perform the tricks you want them to when some kind of food reward is available.

Repetition is the key to successfully training your pet parrot.

Repeating these basic steps repeatedly until your pet “gets” the trick is the best way to train your parrot to perform. This works well for basic commands and advanced tricks. If you have just gotten your pet parrot, start out with very simple tricks, such as teaching your parrot to sit on your finger on command. Find a word for each trick and use it every time you train. Most of all, never force your parrot to train. If you find your parrot is tired or uninterested, then stop and try again another time.

As your parrot learns more command and tricks, you can begin moving your training session closer and closer to the bird’s cage. As they get better at their new skill, they will feel comfortable performing in his or her cage and in the hustle and bustle of your household. Birds learn quickly in most cases, and sometimes just by listening when not in training, which may cause embarrassment to you if they learn something inappropriate.

Training a parrot takes a lot of time and patience. You must love your bird and have a lot of time and dedication to make this partnership worthwhile. With patient training and love, you end up with a fantastic and well-behaved pet that will be The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

Altogether Different

“Open wide and say Ahhhh...”

February is Dental Month Book your appointment.

ASK THE VET

Offering the latest in advanced technology our highly skilled, compassionate team provides superior, quality veterinary care for your family pets and livestock.

“Ffffffffffft!”

Anesthesia-Free Dentistry… Is it worth it?

Oral care for our pets is essential for the overall health of each individual.

Animals use their mouths and teeth for many things including eating, playing, defending themselves, and grooming. It is important to consider that like us, pets need dental care, too – and you’ll notice that at your pet’s annual examination one of the first things a veterinarian will do is assess the teeth of your animal.

There are many ways to keep your pet’s teeth in check! Some options may include teeth brushing, dental chews, dental food and routine dental care at your veterinary clinic. Preventative dental care not only helps to preserve the teeth, but also reduces the costs associated with dentistry procedures.

A common question that seems to come up for us is whether or not anesthesia-free dental cleanings are effective. A dental cleaning without anesthesia would be similar to a cleaning we, as humans, would get at a dental office while awake. Most veterinary dental procedures that are recommended to our pets involve an anesthetic or sedation to allow the pet to have a full cleaning while “sleeping”.

403.901.1800 clinic & emergency info@animalcarecentre.ca www.animalcarecentre.ca North of Trans Canada Hwy on RR 254, 2 km West of Strathmore.

tended period of time. In a patient that is under an anesthetic, we can safely place a tube into the trachea to allow for a protected airway and avoid any chance of accidental inhalation of water and other debris during the procedure. The patient has adequate pain control while “sleeping” and we are able to examine, extract and treat any teeth that are diseased or have abnormalities present.

All in all, the ability to place an animal under an anesthetic allows us to be much more thorough with our patients. We are able to remove or treat any diseased teeth on the spot and don’t have to risk leaving any diseased teeth behind without knowing it. This increases our patient’s quality of life and reduces the amount of discomfort they may be feeling. Speak to your veterinarian about the best options for your pet’s dental care.

The Animal Care Centre of Strathmore References: American Animal Hospital Association. “2013 AAHA Dental Care Guidelines for Dogs and Cats. AAHA.org. https://www.aaha.org/public_documents/professional/guidelines/dental_guidelines.pdf (accessed January 25, 2018).

American Veterinary Dental College. ”What is an Anesthesia Free Pet Dental Cleaning” AVDCrg. http://avdc.org/AFD/what-is-an-anesthesia-free-dental-cleaning/ (accessed January 25, 2018).

So why would we choose a dental cleaning for our pet that involves no anesthesia? Many people speculate that not only does it save time and money, it may also become a routine procedure that can help keep the teeth white and clean in appearance. So if an anesthesia free dental is so easy and cost effective, why bother putting your pet under an anesthetic to have such a procedure done?

The major disadvantage to anesthesia-free dental cleaning is the inability to clean under the gum line of each tooth, or probe each tooth thoroughly to check for periodontal pockets and disease that settles under the gum line. Having your pet under a general anesthetic allows us to radiograph the teeth, tooth roots and jaw bone. It allows us to perform a thorough dental assessment, as we need the patient to be very still for an ex-

Ranch Market

100 Ranch Market, Unit 105H Strathmore, AB T1P0A8 Email: ranchmarket@ strathmore.petplanet.ca

Tel: 403.934.9934

petplanethealth.com facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 21

Be alone. Eat alone, take yourself on dates, sleep alone. In the midst of this you will learn about yourself. You will grow, you will figure out what inspires you, you will create your own dreams, your own beliefs, your own stunning clarity, and when you do meet the person who makes your cells dance, you will be sure of it, because you are sure of yourself.

Shaken & Stirred

Marcy enjoys helping others experience the joy in life. She started Mountain Lion Leadership, in 2003. As a leadership & community advocate, she is actively involved with organizations & businesses working to aid growth and development. This is combined with a passion to see women grow both personally & professionally whatever their stage of life. Contact Marcy: marcy@mlleadership.com. Follow Marcy on Twitter @MarcyLField to my profile.

HOW TO BREAK FREE FROM FEAR AND WORRY AND EMBRACE DISRUPTION Humanity is in the midst of a global seismic disruption with tremors and aftershocks felt at national, local, professional and personal levels. Disruption is a radical change in an industry, business

strategy, etc. The introduction of a new product or service creates a new market. The result is change. Change is always disruptive.

The lens we look through is coloured by experiences that determine whether we see disruption as a friend or a foe. Furthermore, who and what we fill our time with influences our perception of what is occurring.

Your locally owned and operated automotive garage, servicing all makes and models!

403-936-5320 From oil changes, tires, and maintenance to engine performance, chips & lift kits.

We take care of your ride to make sure you stay on the road!

We are so honoured to have won silver in the Readers Choice Best in Business Awards for Best in Auto Service & Tires & Towing.

Thank you for all your support.

Technology Disrupts - Both Our Past & Present Technology always promised a better standard of living, new innovations, and remarkable products. Consider the progression from steam power to electricity to computers. Since the First Industrial Revolution, dramatic shifts in social, economic, and political cultures occurred with technological advances.

Hours: Mon - Thurs: 8-6 Friday: 8-5 Saturday: 9-1 Closed Sunday & Holidays • 254 Center Street Langdon

22 •

thenewsyneighbour.com

In addition, technology is overturning entire business models to transform the way customers live, buy and think. Most of us are The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

Altogether Different

$19,999

STRATHMOREMOTORS.COM 24/7 ONLINE

LARGER SEDAN from $1 2,999 S

CARPROOF SMALL m AND STRATH o MOREM CARS fr RECONDITON OTORS. $7,499 S.COM R O COM T REPORT O 2017 REM MO LT OVER 100 TO AVAILABLE STRATHIMPALA

CHOOSE FROM

$399 fee + taxes excluded. Subject to prior sale.

2015 TERRAIN/ EQUINOX

Save Thousands

403.934.3334

Low Kilometers

www.strathmoremotors.com

Patrice Fernandez General Sales Manager

Chris George Sales

Patrick Mohan Sales

unaware of how algorithms shape our digital and consumer experiences. Algorithms are a process or set of rules to be followed in calculations or other problem-solving operations, especially by a computer. Many organizations, including Facebook, use them to calibrate and decide what appears in every Google search and social media newsfeed. Additionally, banks, retailers, and political parties employ them to expand their segment of the market. A mathematical construct decides what we do and don't see. This is based on a compilation and analysis of likes, searches, games, surveys and interactions with others. Information is willingly shared and the majority are oblivious of how it is used. If you use social media, know that unfriending people is not the main reason they no longer appear in your newsfeed.

Getting Past Disruption's Rhetoric However, not every change is disruptive. When an idea existed previously and is enhanced or improved, it’s likely the business isn’t disruptive. Communication disruption occurred with concepts like radio, television and the Internet, which changed the entire game. Relationships formed with technology rather than other human beings.

Some leaders create breeding grounds for fear with their words, instead of calming troubled waters and helping people remember and recognize the upside of innovation. Humanity needs to learn to cut through the noise of their rhetoric.

In his most recent annual letter to CEOs, Larry Fink writes: “Society is demanding that companies, both public and private, serve a social purpose. To prosper over time, every company must not

900 Westridge Road, Strathmore Fred Armstrong Sales

Les Smith Les Sales & Smith Financial Sales Services

Like Us on Facebook

84 MT FINAN

Mike Zarokostas

Financial Services Manager

only deliver financial performance but also show how it makes a positive contribution to society. Companies must benefit all of their stakeholders, including shareholders, employees, customers, and the communities in which they operate.”

For this to occur, people and organizations need to be known, liked and trusted. Algorithms help companies develop those relationships. Leia Cator reminds us, “Technology rocks, but people create the stories.” People are always the most important part of any equation and we are much more than an algorithm.

Pay attention when people react with anger and hostility to your boundaries. You have found the edge where their respect for you ends.

Never discredit your gut instinct. You are not paranoid. Your body can pick up on bad vibrations. If something deep inside of you says something is not right about a person or situation, trust it. facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 23

Origin of ‘Remembering Our Roots’ series.

Voted Best in Business - Silver Winner in the Insurance Category

LANGDON GLASS For all your Commercial & Residential needs

ALBERT JAMES Journeyman Glazier

403.371.7424

langdonglass@gmail.com

QUALITY WORK, PERFORMED

BY CERTIFIED TECHNICIANS.

And warranty approved for your peace of mind.

TIRES • WHEELS • SERVICE• MECHANICAL

$59.95 Oil Change *With Coupon

403.901.0100

HOURS Monday - Friday: 7:30 am to 5:00 pm Saturday: 8:00 am to 12:00 pm

(most vehicles, up to 5 litres regular oil) Includes free rotation Commercial, Farm and OTR Tires

921 B Wheatland Trail • Strathmore

403.901.0100

Just off of theTrans Canada Highway, 1 block South on Highway 817

Retail, Commercial, Farm and OTR Tires

www.kaltire.com www.kaltire.com

921 B Wheatland Trail • Strathmore

Just off the Trans Canada Highway, 1 block South on Highway 871

24 Hour Emergency Road Service: 1-888-KAL-TIRE (525-8473)

24 •

thenewsyneighbour.com

Following retirement from 32 years as a Life Insurance Agent, I found I was bored in the winter months, because we are not Snowbirds, and don’t go south for the winter months.

As a follow-up to the Green Book - ‘Strathmore, The Village that Moved’, published in 1986, I spoke to mentors Bob and Jan Giles who were previous owners of The Strathmore Standard, and customers of mine in my previous life. I told them in December 2009, that I had an idea for a newspaper column - to find people listed in the second half of ‘The Green Book’, and find out what they’d been doing for the past 25 years!

Bob and Jan agreed to be my guinea pigs, and recommended I create a questionnaire of about eight questions, asking who people were, where had they come from, when and why they came to the Strathmore Area, and what had they done for a living, etc. I met with the then-Editor of The Strathmore Standard, and talked about my project. It took over two months for her to get approval from her Head Office. Originally, this was to be a winter project only, as we travel with our 5th Wheel in the Summer. In April 2010, I interviewed Bob and Jan Giles and submitted it to The Strathmore Standard. There article was published on May 5th, 2010 and I was immediately inundated with referrals. Due to circumstances beyond our control, we were home for that summer, and I was able to write and publish an article every two weeks. In May 2011, I was approached by Bob Sobol of Strathmore Town Council, and invited to submit two articles for the upcoming Centennial Magazine. To do this, I had to visit the editor of the new Strathmore Times newspaper, Mario Prusina, who persuaded me to become a Freelance Reporter with The Times. So, after a 6-month hiatus, I started writing for The Times. Originally, my column was entitled ‘Our Seniors: Their History,’ which was changed to ‘Remembering Our Past’ until someone advised they thought I was writing about people who had recently died (!), and it changed to its current name ‘Remembering Our Roots’.

In December 2012, I was approached by Walt and Olive Hayes, whose article had been published January 27th, 2011 asking me to transcribe all the articles into book form. So, in June 2013 Volume One of ‘Remembering Our Roots’ covering articles written 2010 2012, was published by Blitzprint in Calgary. It was an unqualified success, with the first 100 books being sold in 5 days! I went on to order a total of 300 books that year, and sold them all. Publication of these articles in book form, brought many, many referrals, so I continued with my biweekly publication of articles, except for cutting back on summer interviews whilst travelling. Volume Two was published in June 2015, covering articles written 2013 - 2014, and I ordered 200 books from Blitzprint. But, this was the year the economy turned down, and I struggled to sell those books.

Volume Three was published in December 2017, reflecting articles written in 2015 - 2017, and I ordered 150 books, selling 80 books in the three weeks before Christmas. Over the past seven years, many people I interview will purchase a book from me, to the extent I had to reorder a reprint of Volume One recently, and sold 11 books in 10 days! So, the interest is still there.

Of interest to my readers are the following facts - my books are on display at The Glenbow Museum in Calgary, The Calgary Public Library, Main Branch, Local History Dept. I was a ‘Nominee’ for The Alberta 2017 Minister’s Seniors Service Award’. I have sold all three Volumes to a lady in Fredericton, N.B. who grew up in Strathmore.

Where do I go from here? Well, I already have about 10 referrals to start working with, meaning there will be a Volume 4 in 2019.; God and health permitting!

John Godsman The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

Altogether Different

A little bit of everything Gaylene Smith has been a waitress, tree planter, canoeing instructor, cemetery caretaker, fund development officer, communications officer, marketing coordinator, and currently is a career coach, and first aid instructor on the side. She still isn’t sure what she wants to be when she grows up other than healthy, wealthy and wise, although right now she is willing to take just one of the three.

Gaylene can be reached by phone at 403-9344305 or gsmith@mcbridecareergroup.

HERE’S TO YOU DAD My batteries need recharging. 2018 started off a bloody mess and here I am 24 days into the New Year and just wanting to wave the white flag of defeat because really, enough is enough. If there ever was a need for a rewind or reset button, now is the time I would be pushing it.

Without depressing you with all the details, let just say the past few weeks have been some of the hardest I have ever struggled through and I now feel like the proverbial dish rag that has not only been rung out but tossed to the bottom of the sink –sitting in a clump, covered in crumbs and starting to mildew. I am a recovering from a hangover, caused by exhaustion and heartbreak and the hangover is pure hell. No amount of aspirin and greasy eggs will get me past this lethargy quickly.

My sole ambition for the next twenty-four hours to perhaps, twenty-four years seems to be to put on my comfiest sweats, curl up with my electric blanket, put the world on Do Not Disturb and just crash. My energy reserves are at the point where rolling to my other side in bed should be celebrated as an accomplishment.

I have bags under my eyes big enough to pack for a week away. A lethargic lizard lazing about has me beat right now.

Oh, and my brain. I think that if a zombie shuffled across me they would suddenly be too full, not even a bit peckish. If zombies could talk, this one would say, “Sorry! I’m on a diet – no need to consume empty calories, you know.” Right now, my brain has been reduced to just a few neurons permitting me to yawn, breath, blink every 30 seconds or so, and thankfully, still let me know when I need to pee. Beyond that, I can’t guarantee anything.

So why, then, am I at working, writing an article that I hope is somewhat coherent while double fisting diet Dr. Pepper? Since, damn it, sometimes life just sucks. Sometimes it sucks the energy out of you and it knocks you down and it taunts you and calls you names. Sometimes, the lemons life throws at you feel more like grenades. I know, I’ve got lemon-shaped bruises on my heart right now. I however, have consciously made a choice to get up, get dressed and put a fricken smile on my face and a spring in my step. To you sucky - crappy times, to you, I choose to give my middle finger. I’m pulling up my big girl panties, I’m getting up and getting going and yes, at times I am going to stumble and cry and scream and really want to just have a nap but I’m going to live my life full of joy and grace and gratitude and hu-

Join The Chamber The Chamber of Commerce offers a number of unique business levels to suit your current size and stature.

As you grow, your plan can grow with you.

CHAMBER MEMBER BENEFITS • Chamber Health Plans • Payment & Banking Solutions • Audio Conferencing, Web Conferencing & Webcasting Program • Chamber Merchant Services • Shipping Discounts • On Hold Marketing Program, Members Save 20% • Email-Events-Social Media-Surveys • Maintain Control, Save Time & Money with Esso Business Cards • Fuel Discount Program • It’s Easy With VersaPay! • Best Rate Home & Auto Insurance

READY TO GET STARTED? Put the Strathmore & District Chamber to Work for Your Business Today

Phone: 403 901 3175 Email: info@strathmoredistrictchamber.com

www.strathmoredistrictchamber.com

McBride Career Group Workshops Resume & Cover Letters Feb. 13th-9 am to noon Formatting Resumes on MS Word Feb. 13th-1 pm to 4 pm LinkedIn 101 March 1st 9 am to noon or 1 pm to 4 pm

Call 403-934-4305 to book your spot at no cost.

mour and energy because this is what I have learned in the past few weeks since I sat beside my dying father, holding his hand and straining to hear each of his last breaths until there were no more. Life might suck, but life is a precious gift that doesn’t last forever and I can choose to spend it feeling sad and drained, or I can spend it dancing in the rain, jumping in puddles, laughing out loud and celebrating all the wonderful, blessed, energizing moments I spent with my Dad. Live – Love – Laugh and when needed take a short nap and give life the middle finger. I’ve got this and here’s to you, Dad. facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 25

We are... 5 REMAX horizon Real Estate Professionals DEDICATED to

working together and licensed in Residential, Rural, Commercial and Condos. We are here to help our clients reach ALL their real estate goals. Contact us: reps.remax@gmail.com. www.the-reps.

Well, it’s time to find out if this is true. It is a great time of year to tackle this project. The colder weather keeps us inside more, so an indoor project is perfect.

Here are my lessons learned. One big tip - start with one closet.

Don’t look beyond one closet. Professional organizers tell us that we get overwhelmed if we think about the whole project. Break it down into manageable tasks.

ORGANIZING A CLOSET

1. I started with a smaller closet because, again, the idea is that I didn’t want to feel overwhelmed or discouraged.

Thinking about our closets can put the fear and panic into people. It’s a common “little secret” that most of us just shut the closet door and ignore the mess - and I am guilty, too!

3. Once the closet is empty, this is a perfect time to clean it. It’s time to paint it, wipe down the walls, wash the shelves and vacuum the dust bunnies off the floor.

So, it’s my turn. I am going to clean my closets in my house and the realtor in me knows that keeping closets organized and maintained truly helps when you decide to sell.

5. I doodled out a better use of the space and then did a little planning. Our local stores have some neat closet adapters and gadgets. You can add more shelving or hanging bars inexpensively with “do it yourself” items from our Home Hardware or Canadian Tire. Add a screwdriver, and a stud finder, and you have more closet space. I also learned from watching TV personality Peter Walsh that there are other hangers and gadgets that are

2. Next, I got 3 “medium sized” moving boxes. Separate items into each box: the Keep Box, the Recycle Box and the Throw Away Box. BE RUTHLESS with this process. If you haven’t worn or touched the item in 6-12months, you really need to consider getting it gone.

But, where do I start? It’s pretty overwhelming. I am told by experts that what can seem like a huge job, organizing your closet is actually incredibly therapeutic!

4. Is it time to rework the set up of the closet? I felt that once I had an empty closet, I wanted to add some newer hardware to the closet.

We Are The REPs… W

NE 133 Wildrose Cr Open plan, high end finishes & amazing views backing onto canal. $525,000

106 Aspen GV Fully finished 4 bedroom.

Lots of upgrades & amazing yard. $384,900

26 •

W

NE

333 Nelson Rd Carseland 5 bedrooms, fenced corner lot. Small town living with easy access to city. $208,000

188 Hillvale Cr 2 bedroom half duplex backing onto green space.

Great location. $268,000

thenewsyneighbour.com

REALTY HORIZON

72 Green Meadow Fully finished family home in a great location.

6 bedrooms. $525,000

302, 8 Bayside Pl Spacious 2 bedroom ground level suite. Great location. $165,000

194030 Twp Rd 250 7.47 acres, modern home, huge attached garage & heated shop. $645,000

242080 Twp Rd 234 Build your dream home.

30 acres land & 20 acres pond/ marsh. $325,000

587-316-2000 The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

Altogether Different

very effective like pullouts, called a freedom rail that lets you hang 1 outfit at a time (say, your outfit for the day). When you’re done with the pullout, it just tucks back into its space - an excellent tool. Peters website is chalk full of ideas and quizzes you can take to help with organization. I like his approach to organizing. It makes sense and is all about everyday real-life situations and usable advice. Thank you, Peter. Www. Peterwalsh.com 6. Time to start putting items that belong in this closet back.

I had started with our front closet, and found that there were many items in the “keep box” that actually belonged in another area of our house... an example would be the baseball and bat that belonged in our storage shed with the other sports stuff. Professionals suggest that your goal is to only put back 50% of the items that were in the closet before you started. If there is more than that, maybe you need to revisit step 3... the Keep vs Giveaway box.

7. I hung all the current weather coats back up. Phil’s on the left and mine on the right with enough room for empty hangers. NOT for more of our coats, but for guests coats and jackets. 3 or 4 extra hangers, no more, or you will quickly fall into old habits or hanging unnecessary items in the front closet.

8. Now, either find 3 baskets or organizers that fit neatly above or below the coats on shelves. Don’t use the floor if at all possible. An area of shelving can house the baskets. Next, because we live in Alberta, I put all pairs of the gloves we use (and threw away mismatched pairs), I love scarves, so I bought a hanging gadget that I can hang several scarves up and ready to wear. The other basket was for our hats and toques.

Servicing Strathmore and Chestermere Area

Kori-Lynn Corbin Mortgage Specialist

Strathmore & Area Tel: 403.333.6070 kori-lynn.corbin@rbc.com

Call for an appointment today!

FIRST IN MORTGAGES 9. I love a fresh scent, so I decided to keep a favourite room freshener spray in the closet. When I open the closet, I can give the area a quick spritz.

10. Mothballs are a real thing, so buy real cedar chips or lavender Sachets to discourage moths to hang in your clean, freshly organized closet.

All done! And I can honestly say, this process was enlightening. I truly do feel better, lighter, and every time I put a coat on, I feel accomplished. Next, the bedroom closet...wish me luck!

Cheers Hayley Poirier The REPs group REMAX Realty Horizon

…Guiding You Home W

NE

W NE

W NE

110 Ranch Ridge MD 3 bedroom town home with front parking & East facing back yard & patio. $190,000

545 Hillvale Ga Fully finished 4 bedroom. No neighbours to the North. $355,000

3 Wildflower Cr 1/2acre treed lot. 2 story Colonial with wrap around deck & sunroom. $759,900

317 Strathford Cr Bi-level with fully finished walk out & large yard. Oversized garage. $334,900

184 Kinniburgh Way Fully finished. Chef’s kitchen & amazing yard.

Show home condition. $779,000

756 East Chestermere Dr Outstanding home on a huge lot. Over 3500 sq ft living space. $910,000

128 Kinniburgh GD Gorgeous family home.

Gourmet kitchen with massive island. $599,900

124 Wildrose Gr Brand new Loreck Home.

Elegant finishes & functional floorplan. $397,900

363 Thomas Dr Bi-level on large lot with huge garage. Mature trees & lovely views. $339,900

254140 Rge Rd 270 Newly renovated home, attached 40x40 shop & detached 18x20 garage. $475,000

For More Info & To View Our Other Listings Visit:

www.the-reps.ca facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 27

Adult Colouring Share your completed work on our facebook or instagram accounts for a chance to win a $25 Gift Certificate to any advertiser of your choice in this issue. You could also email it to: denise@thenewsyneighbour.com Last Months Winner: Melissa H

28 •

thenewsyneighbour.com

Psychologists Say Colouring Is The Best Alternative To Meditation #TheNewsy Neighbour

/TheNewsy Neighbour

The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

/TNewsy Neighbour

Altogether Different

langdonmedical.com Thank you for voting for Langdon Medical to win GOLD at the 3rd Annual Best in Business Awards!

Accepting New Patients | Walk-ins Welcome Book Your Appointments online at LangdonMedical.com Dr. Phumi Khoza | Dr. Arsala Shafi | Dr. Alexander Lukubisa Call Us: 403-936-5990 • 106, 355 Centre St N, Langdon Monday-Wednesday 9:00am-8:00pm Thursday 9:00am-6:00pm Friday 9:00am-5:00pm Saturday 8:00am-4:00pm Closed Sundays and Holidays

10 Small Ways To Be Happier This Year 1. Go to sleep when you’re tired, you’ll wake up feeling refreshed.

2. Make someone happy. Good energy is contagious.

3. Be your own cheerleader and celebrate your small victories.

4. Count your blessings, you’ll realize that life is full of things to be grateful for.

5. Put down your electronics for an hour every day.

6. Stop snoozing your alarm, it only makes you feel more tired.

7. Start journaling, it helps you put things into perspective.

8. Learn something new and it will make you feel accomplished.

9. Spend more time with yourself and learn how to make the most of it.

10. Cry if you need to but don’t dwell for too long.

One day it just clicks. You realize what’s important and what isn’t. You learn to care less about what other people think of you and more about what you think of yourself.

You realize how far you’ve come and you remember when you thought things were such a mess that you would never recover.

And you smile. You smile because you are truly proud of yourself and the person you’ve fought to become.

Lifestyle & Wellness Coach

Personal Training • Biosignature Practitioner

“I will help you get the results you want!”

Located in

CHESTERMERE

Phone:

587-433-7227

Independent Pruvit Distributor

www.Anndeeking.com • Anndee@anndeeking.com facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 29

ay

Welcome to the start of a new addition to the magazine.

Each month we are going to help you discover how to boost your energy levels naturally so you can get more done, feel less stressed and live life to the max.

Over the next 6 months, this is what you will learn: • How to assess your own energy levels • How mitochondrial function contributes to your energy levels and how to get back the mitochondrial function you had in your youth • How to use supplements to give yourself a ‘competitive edge’ when it comes to energy • How to choose superfoods that supercharge your energy • How to avoid foods that drain your energy and slow your body down • What type of training you can use to increase your energy • The role of stress in energy management • The secrets to a perfect night’s sleep and how this leads to enhanced energy • How habits and morning schedule contribute to your energy • How more energy makes you perform better – and even be smarter!

• And much more!

We are so excited to introduce this to the magazine.

There will be resources, cheat sheets, mind maps and more for you to download along the way!

INTRODUCTION AND WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Everyone is always talking about time management. There just aren’t enough hours in the day for many of us and so the belief goes that if we could squeeze a little more productivity out of our time, we’d be able to accomplish our dreams, earn more money, stay more organized and enjoy more time off.

It all sounds great, except for one thing: the entire endeavor is completely misguided. Sounds harsh but in fact it’s also completely true. Your problem is not with time. You have plenty of time. If you didn’t have plenty of time, you probably wouldn’t have been able to watch that entire boxset of [INSERT TV DRAMA HERE] would you? And you likely wouldn’t have spent so long on YouTube…

The problem isn’t time – it’s energy. Your energy, just like your time, is finite. Only it actually exists in somewhat smaller quantities meaning that it’s all too easy to run out and end up completely exhausted. And that’s when we start to use our time poorly and not get much done.

Think about it: imagine if you could jump out of bed feeling energetic first thing in the morning. What would you do with that extra hour of productivity? Hit the gym maybe? Make some calls? Do last night’s washing up so that you could live in a house that wouldn’t always be untidy?

Remember when you were a little kid and you could just run around all day without ever seeming to get tired? Wouldn’t it be incredible if you could get that back?

That’s what we’ll be looking at in this feature...

TUE & WED 10-5 THURS & FRI 10-6, SAT 10-5

30 •

G PARTY

Latest in:

thenewsyneighbour.com

fashion

Nominated For: Home Décor/ Interior Designer Party Services & Most BadassTMCrew

Disclaimer This feature has been written for information purposes only. Every effort has been made to make this as complete and accurate as possible. However, there may be mistakes in typography or content. Also, this article provides information only up to the publishing date. Therefore, this article should be used as a guide - not as the ultimate source. The purpose of this article is to educate. The author and the publisher does not warrant that the information contained in this e-book is fully complete and shall not be responsible for any errors or omissions. The author and publisher shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by this e-book.

The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

Altogether Different

Chapter 1: Has Your Quality of Life Deteriorated Due to Fatigue?

To start with then, let us assess how your potentially low energy levels may already be affecting your lifestyle. Does your energy need an upgrade? Or are already operating on ‘full’?

TM

Sandstone Pharmacies Langdon Is your Full Service Community Pharmacy.

Our team is here to serve your needs and offers several other valuable services including -Travel Injection certified Pharmacist

-Online and Auto refill Prescription Programs Sandstone Pharmacies Langdon is your full service community -Sandstone Pharmacies Rewards Program with 2500 points when you sign up and bonus points on all pharmacy. Our team is here to serve your needs and offers serveral new Prescriptions other valuable services including: -Ideal Protein Medically Supervised Weight Loss Program.

“Lose 3-5lbs /week

• Online and Auto Refill Prescrip�on Programs Contact us today 403-966-0294 or Book Online: sandstoneidealtransformations.com • Sandstone Ideal Transforma�ons Medically and ask about your initial weight loss assessment and get on the path to smarter lifestyle choices!

Supervised Sandstone Weight LossLangdon Program.

Pharmacies Is your Full Service Community Pharmacy.

“Start Your Transforma�on Today!

Pharmacy Hours: Fri : Front Store Hours: Mon-Wed : 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Mon - Fri : 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sat : 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Our: team is here to9:00 serve needs andSatoffers Thur AM -your 5:00 PM : 9:00 AM 9:00 PM Sun/Holidays:Closed several other valuable services including 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Well let’s take a look at the facts. Unless you’re some kind of energy guru/prodigy, it’s a fair bet that you already have chronically low energy.

Why? Because it’s a fact that most people are stressed. Specifically, nearly half of adults report feeling stressed every day. 44% of Americans report feeling more stressed year on year and work-related stress reportedly causes 10% of strokes.

-Travel Injection certified Pharmacist

SIGN UP NOW!

-Online and Auto refill Prescription Programs

-Sandstone Pharmacies Rewards Program with 2500 points when you sign up and bonus points on all new Prescriptions -Ideal Protein Medically Supervised Weight Loss Program.

“Lose 3-5lbs /week

Pharmacy: Monday-Friday: 9am – 7pm | Saturday: 9am – 5pm Contact us today 403-966-0294 or Book Online: |Sundays/Holidays: Closed sandstoneidealtransformations.com Store-Front: Monday-Friday: 9am – 9pm | Saturday: – 5pm and ask about your initial weight loss9am assessment and get on the path to smarter lifestyle Sunday: 10am – 4pm | Holidays: Closedchoices!

Pharmacy Hours: :SW Langdon, FrontAB Store Hours: Sun : 936-5006 ADDRESS 201, 97 Centre StFri ● (403) Mon-Wed : 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Mon - Fri : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Langdon

Thur : We know that stress leads to adrenal fatigue 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM and low energy, so statistically, you’re likely to already be experiencing low energy.

9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

What’s more, low testosterone is also a statistical likelihood if you’re a man. Testosterone prescriptions have doubled in the last ten years and one in forty men over 30 have ‘low testosterone’. Bearing in mind that this ‘low testosterone’ is measured against an already very low level that is considered acceptable.

Mankind has far less testosterone in the modern age owing to stress, owing to xenoestrogens in the water, owing to less physical activity – and guess what? Low testosterone is also a cause of low energy. Seeing a pattern?

Vitamin D is also chronically low in most of the population. This also causes low energy. Other common vitamin deficiencies that most people suffer from at some point include low vitamin B12, low magnesium, low iron… they all lead to low energy.

So yes, chances are that you have ‘low energy’ – even if you’re no less energetic than your colleagues and friends. Remember that little kid version of you who used to run around the house all day? That’s what great energy should look like!

And of course there’s a chance that you might be even lower on energy than this already-low norm…

Strathmore Dental Centre Thank you to those who voted for us at the 3rd Annual Best in Business Awards!

Dr. Terry Lee Alston Dr. Hugh Kennedy Dr. Chris�ne Lilge Dr. Robert Kinniburgh (Orthodon�st)

115-2nd Ave. Strathmore

Sun : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Holidays : Closed

According to the United States Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the Canadian Heart and Stroke Founda�on (CHAF), modest weight loss can result in drama�c health improvements like: Improved blood pressure; Improved blood sugars; and Improved cholesterol levels More ADDRESS energy; Langdon Be�er 201, 97 Centresleep; St SW Langdon, AB T0J 1X2 Reduced risk for Phone: (403) 936-5006 heart disease; Decreased risk of stroke; Lowering blood pressure and cholesterol

Ph: 403-934-5620

www.strathmoredental.ca

Sat : 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sun/Holidays:Closed

9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Sat : 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Holidays : Closed

201, 97 Centre St SW Langdon, AB T0J 1X2 Phone: (403) 936-5006

Signs That You May be Low on Energy Here are just some signs that your energy levels might be low…

• You find it difficult to get up in the morning • You feel emotionally exhausted, stressed or depressed • You have find it hard to focus on work • You find it hard to stay motivated by work • Your career is suffering • Your libido is low • The house is untidy because you can’t muster the energy to tidy it • Your evenings are wasted • You don’t feel like going out • You can’t commit to a training program or a healthy diet plan If any of these things sound familiar, then your quality of life is suffering due to a lack of energy. If they don’t… think about just how much better you could be if you had Limitless Energy.

Well, the good news is that there are ways. Lots of small ways in fact that you can increase your energy levels and upgrade your health, fitness, brain power and more.

Let’s start with your diet…

403.983.2722

thebankathle�cclub.com 137 Second Ave, Strathmore

Classes 7 Days A Week

STEP CLASS = COORDINATION + AGILITY Develop these skills. Beginner Step.

Saturdays star�ng February 17th @ 10:30 for five weeks. $50 + gst

We are the only gym in Strathmore offering total fitness. Yoga, Spinning, Bootcamp and Step classes are available to provide the cross training needed to get results.

Our studio has a wood sprung floor to protect your knees and back while exercising.

GET RESULTS NOW!

facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 31

bought pie will normally land you about 600Kcal. Then you have the chips, which will add in another 200Kcal, your drink, your desert…

By the end, you’ve no doubt eaten over 1,000 calories, which happens to be half of most people’s daily allowance (2,000 is a good average to follow here). This is what’s making us fat and lugging all that extra bodyweight around with you is unsurprisingly a surefire way to make yourself tired.

Dumping that much food into your gut at once is also not a great move.

Marci Hira

Independent Consultant

COOKING CLASSES HOST REWARDS FUNDRAISERS BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

Now you have a ton of food to process, including low-quality protein, which will slowly move through your digestive system robbing your other functions of energy.

Call/Text: 587-897-2193 marcibrianne@gmail.com www.marcihira.epicure.com

Chapter 2: Your Diet Can Drain or Enhance Your Energy Diet is one of the biggest contributing factors to low energy – both for the population in general and for individuals specifically.

In the wild we would have eaten a diet that provided us with tons of energy and that fueled us to chase down prey and to generally perform at our optimum. It is not a coincidence that the food available to us provided us with so much energy: rather, our bodies evolved as they did because that was the food that was around. In other words, through thousands of years of evolution, we adapted to thrive on what was available to us…

And now we’re ruining it by surviving on a diet that contains none of that goodness (or at least barely any). Our Low Density, Simple Carb Diets If you’re like a lot of people, then you will come home from work after a long, tiring day and you will throw on a pizza or a microwave meal. Perhaps you’ll bake a pie and some chips.

Let’s take a look at what you actually get from that. Well, on an energy front you do get a lot of calories. In fact, a standard shop-

Phone: 403-934-3940 119-2 Avenue. Strathmore, AB

32 •

So all you’re doing every night is dumping your body full of low-quality food to process and in vast quantities. Is it a wonder you wake up tired?

How can I be sure of that? Because you already knew that your diet probably wasn’t all that healthy. You already know that homecooked fresh ingredients are much better.

Ear/Nose Piercing & Lash Serum Available

thenewsyneighbour.com

Worse yet, all those calories and simple carbs have done you approximately zero good. Why? Because they’re such low quality. When you eat a shop-bought pie, unless you’re spending lots of money, you’re actually eating cuts of meat that are ‘all the leftovers’ blended together. All the pastry consists of is flour and sugar, the chips offer no nutritious value and everything you’re eating has been preserved, transported and stored.

Now, I could tell you to cut it out. To stop eating that garbage and to start eating healthily again. But it wouldn’t do any good.

All Body Mani/Pedi $45 Massage, nails & facials Hair Removal

GIFT CARDS

And guess how you feel once that process has ended? Exhausted!

And you get a sudden energy slump (which by the way, is when most of us snack on more sugar).

Supplements That Provide Energy

Stylz Salon & Spa ALL Haircare Needs Available!

What’s more though, the calories you just took in were ‘simple carbs’. The pastry around that pie, the chips, the desert, the drink – all of these are simple sugars that spike the blood stream immediately. And that’s before you even count all the added sugar. Suddenly hitting your body with that much raw energy might sound like a good thing for your energy but in fact you couldn’t be further from the truth.

Instead, you’re spiking your blood sugar, leading to a sudden surge of insulin and a ‘high’. That insulin uses up the sugar and removes it from your blood but because you’re not using it that quickly, it simply gets stored as fat (a process called lipogenesis).

The problem? You don’t have the time, energy or perhaps even money to change the way you eat. Notice that energy is a problem here: something of a vicious circle isn’t it?

So to ‘jumpstart’ your self-improvement and your drive towards more energy, why don’t we start with a supplement stack? The following ingredients are things you can take with your meals which will greatly enhance your energy levels: The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

Altogether Different

Vitamin D is excellent for two things: improving your sleep and helping you to produce more testosterone. The vast majority of us are deficient, so take this in the morning and you’ll start feeling a lot better.

Vitamin B12 and Iron

are required to give us our healthy red blood cells. In case you forgot, red blood cells are the oxygen-carrying portion of our blood which our body uses to burn fat and fuel all kinds of processes in our body.

Coconut Oil is super ‘in vogue’ right now on the web and it deserves all the praise it’s getting. Apart from being excellent for all kinds of beauty treatments, coconut oil contains medium-chain triglycerides which are a type of fat that stimulate the liver to produce ketones. If you’ve ever heard of a ‘ketogenic diet’, you’ll know that ketones provide the body (and particularly the brain) with an alternate source of energy that it can’t get from carbs.

Omega 3 Fatty Acid is an essential fatty acid that the body uses to create cell walls. This increases your ‘cell membrane permeability’ which is a very important value. Why? Because it helps the cells to communicate with one another and it allows neurotransmitters to pass more easily between brain cells.

Creatine

is a supplement used by athletes. Its job is to take the brokendown form of ATP (adenosine triphosphate) and recombine it for extra use in the body. What does this mean? Well, ATP is the main ‘energy currency’ of all life. It comes from glucose and releases energy when the bonds connecting three molecules are broken apart. This results in ADP (adenosine diphosphate) and AMP (adenosine monophosphate) – a two and a one. Normally that’s all the use you can get out of it but with creatine, you are able to reuse the energy by rebonding the ADP and AMP back together.

The body produces creatine naturally but if you take it in supplement form you can get a little more. In real-terms this means a few extra seconds of exertion when lifting weights or running a marathon – and it means better mental energy for performing erythematic and fighting stress.

Lutein is generally thought of as a supplement for the eyes to

help prevent macular degeneration. In recent studies, it was found that it could also enhance the performance of the mitochondria – the energy factories that live inside each of our cells. When given to mice, it was found that they would voluntarily run miles further each week on their treadmills – pointing to increased energy and performance.

Garlic is a vasodilator. This means that it can widen the blood vessels to allow more blood and oxygen to get around – to the brain and muscles for instance - thus fueling you with more energy.

Vitamin B6 is used to help us extract energy from carbohy-

drates. At the same time, it is also used for the creation of neurotransmitters which helps it to boost cognitive performance. Low levels of B6 have been shown to result in lack of energy and focus and even shrinking brain tissue and Alzheimer’s.

Coenzyme Q10

is another substance that athletes are very interested in at the moment and which can considerable increase the efficiency of the mitochondria for enhanced fat burning and energy production.

We Offer Botox

General Prac�ce Family Den�st We offer digital imaging, intra-oral camera, pa�ent educa�on systems, general prac�ce IV seda�on, oral seda�on and nitrous seda�on, chairside computers, quiet electric handpieces.

We offer digital imaging, intra-oral camera, patient education systems, general practice IV sedation, oral sedation and nitrous sedation, chairside #105f 100 Ranch Market, Strathmore, Alberta, T1P0A8 computers, quiet electric handpieces.

Call Us Today • 403-934-5292 www.theranchdentalcentre.com

Dr. Ashkan DDS; Call Us Today • Hamzehi 403-934-5292 Office • 100 DDS; Ranch Market, UnitKafrouny 105F Strathmore,AB Dr.Location Sharif Faizi Dr. Arzy DDS

www.theranchdentalcentre.com

The PerfectHamzehi Diet DDS • Dr. Jason Pan DDS Dr. Ashkan Dr. Junsoo Kim DDS • Dr. Arzy Kafrouny DDS Now that’s a lot of different supplements to be taking. It’s quite

a long shopping list and it would get pretty expensive. If you can only afford a few, then I would recommend: • Vitamin D • Vitamin B6 • Garlic extract • Omega 3 fatty acid Here’s the thing though: you actually needn’t be taking any of these supplements. Not if your diet is correct.

All of these things can be found in your diet if you know where to

Thank you to all our valued and loyal customers that voted us for Silver in the Readers Choice Best in Business Awards in PHARMACY!

www.valuedrugmart.com

E: strathmore@valuedrug.ca

132-2nd Ave Strathmore AB T1P 1K3

403-934-3122 ph 403-934-6474 fax

facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 33

Leela

SHARON AHEER

MLA Chestermere - Rocky View We now offer Commissioner For Oaths services (Free!)

PLEASE CALL 403-700-5437 FOR APPOINTMENT

Phone: 403-207-9889 Fax: 403-216-2225 Chestermere.RockyView@assembly.ab.ca

CONSTITUENCY OFFICE: 215, 175 Chestermere Sta�on Way, Chestermere, AB T1X 0G1

look. CoQ10 and creatine are found in red meats, vitamins and minerals are found in all our fruits and vegetables, omega 3 fatty acid is found in fish, lutein is found in eggs…

If you just make sure that everything you’re eating is fresh and nutritious, then you’ll be providing your body with all the energy it needs. You’ll be able to absorb it better and you’ll be getting it in the right ratios and quantities. Ratios and quantities that you evolved to thrive on. Meanwhile, many other substances found in your diet can help to boost your energy levels too: zinc, magnesium, vitamin C, PQQ, l-carnitine, l-theanine, resveratrol…

Eating a healthy diet is like having an incredibly expensive athlete’s supplement stack! Only delicious… Meanwhile, you should try to avoid the ‘simple’ carbs. That’s anything that tastes sweet (like cake) and anything white (like pasta or rice). Instead, start eating brown rice and pasta, vegetables, spinach and have that in the place of your chips (as a rule, try to avoid processed, manmade carbs that you couldn’t find). This will release energy much more slowly and provide you with a steady supply throughout the day. Don’t be afraid of fat either – it contains more calories (9 per gram versus 4) but it’s slow release too. Try to eat smaller portions, more often and don’t over-stuff yourself.

How do you go about cooking these nutritious, fresh meals when you’re so pushed for time and energy? Using the supplement stack can be a good head start but another tip is to prepare your meals at the start of the week.

Cook up a few pots of food you can dip into throughout the

Monday – Thursday 10 AM – 3 PM Friday 10 AM-12 PM Please Call First

week and keep what you don’t eat in the freezer or in a plastic contains.

On Going too Far… If you’ve read much on diets before, then you might have noticed that this recommendation is somewhat close to the paleo diet and the slow carb die t.

Well, that’s because it is… But we’ve stopped just short of going too far in either direction.

We eat too many processed carbs. Of that there’s no doubt. And if we ate less of those carbs, we’d feel much better. At the same time though, we still need carbs. They’re still an important food group in our diet and if we get the right kind in the right quantities, they actually boost testosterone production and aid with our general levels of energy and wellbeing. Restrict carbs too much and you’ll feel tired. The occasionally bit of brown pasta with your bolognaise won’t kill you. And the Chinese show that rice isn’t terrible for your waistline! (In fact a lot of classic bodybuilders eat nothing but rice and steamed chicken).

Likewise, while natural, unprocessed foods are definitely healthier than cake, pie and chips, you don’t need to eat ‘only’ the things you would find in the wild. A lot of serious paleo dieters will tell you not to eat bread, wheat or cheese. And they will never break their diet to have a bowl of pasta.

But here’s the thing: most of the top performing athletes in the world have performed just fine on bread (and you can forget about gluten being an issue unless you have an intolerance). Some of the smartest thinkers in the world drank lots of tea and ate lots of chocolate…

MARCH ISSUE will be: Chapter 3: Habits and Lifestyle Changes Can Drain

102, 227 – 3rd Avenue, Strathmore thenewsyneighbour.com

Please support local businesses.

They are the BEST!

Point being? You can perform just fine eating a relatively ‘normal’ diet. And actually, our lifestyle places different demands on our body these days anyway, it’s only natural our diet should adapt. So in other words, don’t waste your energy thinking you can only eat specific foods. Just stick with your current diet but make it a little healthier by cutting back on the simple carbs and by injecting some more nutrients.

Come on and check out the new clothing arriving weekly.

34 •

We collect for: SE Rockyview Food Bank Chestermere Food Bank Veterans Food Bank

The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

Altogether Different

THE HAIRAPIST Ashley Leptich

Hairstylist

Specializing in blondes, balayage & corrective color Find me on Instagram _thehairapist

403.700.4071 or Enhance Your Energy and Chapter 4: Sleeping Habits Can Drain or Enhance Energy Sample of what you will learn next month:

Alcohol and Your Energy Here comes the bad news: alcohol is very bad for your energy levels. In the short term, alcohol is terrible for your energy and can leave you completely exhausted. The reason for that is that alcohol is actually a depressant. That means that it works to inhibit the firing of neurons in your brain, slowing down your thinking and making you sleepy. Alcohol, like a sleeping tablet or anxiolytic, works in the opposite manner to a stimulant. And because it causes whole brain areas to stop working, it can rob you of your higher order brain function too.

(403) 936-8432

109-355 Centre Street NW SS 2 Langdon, AB T0J 1X2

COMPLIMENTARY Teeth Whitening!

Now Open Evenings When you complete a full checkup and cleaning & Now Saturdays open Saturdays!

We Dowww.langdondental.com Direct Billing

www.langdondental.com

(403) 936-8

109-355 Centre Street NW SS 2 L

COMPLIMENTARY Teeth

When you complete a full che

Now open Satu

www.langdonden

So if you were planning on being productive this evening – doing a workout, finishing some work – think twice about picking up that beer.

If you’re going to enjoy alcohol though, try to have your last glass a few hours before bed. And try eating banana and honey sandwiches as a hangover cure. These work wonders as they line the stomach, replenish your energy stores, fix your electrolytes and break down acetaldehyde – a toxic substance that is responsible for a lot of the negative effects associated with hangover.

You will also learn about water, stress & sitting too much.

Chapter 4 will bring you Tricks to Improve Your Sleep Quality.

JOIN US ON OUR JOURNEY! We have created a limitless Energy facebook group with tips, charts, support, stories and recipes. www.facebook.com/Limitlessenergyforever facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 35

feet, see your doctor or foot specialist right away. Have your bare feet checked by your doctor at least once a year. In addition, ask your doctor to screen you for neuropathy and loss of circulation at least once a year. Take your socks off at every diabetes-related visit to your doctor and ask him or her to inspect your feet.

Formerly Jenericay

KNOW THE SIGNS Are your feet...

• Numb, painful or tingling?

• Do your feet feel like blocks of wood?

What can you do?

• Control your blood glucose (sugar) levels.

• Have a health-care professional trim your toenails and care for the skin on your feet.

• Have your shoes professionally fitted.

Advanced Foot Care, Reflexology, Reiki, Ionic Foot Cleanse, Raindrop Technique, Meridian Balancing, Balancing with Crystals and Oils, Healing Jewelry.

403.901.9472

www.enlightenedsoles.ca

Are your feet...

• Changing shape?

• Is one foot different than the other?

• Any change is important.

What can you do?

• Avoid too much walking.

• Visit your health-care professional as soon as possible.

• Have your shoes professionally fitted

THE CHRONICLES OF LARRY AND ROGER: A Pair of Diabetic Feet Written by: Vicki L Myhre CPOD (I) CMP PFRP. Jenericay Wellness and Footcare. Interna-

tionally Certified Podologist. Registered through the Canadian Examining. Board of Health Practitioners

Hello! Larry here! Happy February, everyone.

Roger and I are very excited about winters end being in sight. We know a lot of you love winter, but we prefer being outside when it is a bit nicer. We continue to try and get our steps in, any way we can. We hope you diabetics are doing the same.

We have been pondering about what to give you this month and have decided to go back to the basics as a great New Year’s reminder. We found some terrific information on the Canadian Diabetes Website to share with you. Keep this website in mind if you are looking for any information. There is so much available at your toe-tips and fingertips. www.diabetes.ca We wanted to take you back to prevention, and this is what we found…

Prevention is the best medicine. Being able to identify signs of foot problems can go a long way in preventing complications.

Have your health care professional check your feet AT LEAST one to two times per year or more if required.

WHEN TO SEE YOUR DOCTOR If you have any corns (thick or hard skin on toes), calluses (thick skin on bottom of feet), in-grown toenails, warts or slivers, have them treated by your doctor or a foot care specialist (such as a podiatrist, chiropodist or experienced foot care nurse). Do not try to treat them yourself.

If you have any swelling, warmth, redness or pain in your legs or

36 •

thenewsyneighbour.com

Are your feet...

• Dry, callused or cracked?

• Do they have sores or blisters?

What can you do?

• Changes to your skin should be seen by a healthcare professional.

• Wash a sore or blister with warm water; dry well, and cover with a bandage. See a health-care professional today.

• Avoid walking on your foot as it heals.

Please continue to check your feet every day for any changes or signs of injury. If you have answered YES to any of these questions, please see a health-care professional as soon as possible.

Be sure to tell him/her that you have diabetes. Avoid using overthe-counter treatments unless directed to by a health-care professional.

If you are diabetic, please be careful when choosing a place to get a pedicure or footcare done. What may be safe for others may not be safe for you. Enlightened Soles is a beautiful little Studio that caters to foot issues. We work with corns and calluses and dry skin and problem nails. We are Certified in INFECTION CONTROL, have written a Protocol for the Studio and follow it carefully for your safety. Our knowledge, along with your safety and education on how to look after your feet are our primary focus. We also work with a Podiatrist and Podorthist, whom can help when addressing anything above our scope of treatment.

Solution for last weeks puzzle: Across: 2 Reassess 4 Numbers 8 Comfortable 13 Nails 14 Sleep 19 Optometrist 21 Soaking 22 Accountable 23 Physician 24 Healthy Down: 1 Vegetable 3 Feet 5 Podiatrist 6 Relaxation 7 Hygiene 9 Dentist 10 BloodSugars 11 Medications 12 Insulin 16 Immediately 17 Establish 18 MealPlan 20 Exercise And we think that is a wrap for this month. Enjoy your forge into the new year. We sure are.

Until Next month, Make your Footprints Count.

Larry and Roger The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

Altogether Different

23 DEEP questions, one at a time.

1. What is more difficult for you, looking into someone’s eyes when you are telling someone how you feel, or looking into someone’s eyes when they are telling you how they feel?

2. Think of the last time you were REALLY angry. WHY were you angry? Do you still feel the same way?

3. You are on a flight from Honolulu to Chicago non-stop. There is a fire in the back of the plane. You have enough time to make ONE phone call. Who do you call? What do you tell them?

4. You are at the doctor’s office and he has just informed you that you have approximately one month to live. Do you tell anyone/ everyone you are going to die? What do you do with your remaining days? Would you be afraid?

6. You are walking down the street on your way to work. There is a dog drowning in the canal on the side of the street. Your boss has told you if you are late even once more, you are fired. Do you take the time to save the dog’s life? Why or Why not?

7. Would you rather be hurt by the on you trust the most or the one you love the most?

8. Your best friend confesses that he/she has feelings for you more than just friendship. He/she is falling in love with you. What do you (or did you) do/say?

9. Think of the last person who you know that died. You have the chance to give them 1 hour of life back, but you have to give up one year of yours. Do you do it? Why or Why not?

ECO FABRICARE SPECIALISTS DryCleaning OnSite Coin Laundry On Site Tailoring On Site A True Community Based Local Family Business!

Wedding Gowns Cleaned and Boxed from only $249 All work is done on site.

Quick turnaround!

316A 2nd Ave, Strathmore, AB • 403-934-1807

10. Are you the kind of friend that you would want to have as a friend?

19. You are holding onto your grandmother’s hand and the hand of a newborn that you do not know as they hang over the edge of a cliff. You have to let one go to save the other. Who do you let fall to their death? What was your rationale for making the decision?

11. Does love = Sex?

20. Are you old fashioned?

12. Your boss tells your co-worker that they have to let them go because of work shortage, and they are the newest employee.

You have been there much longer. Your co-worker has a family to support and no other means of income. Do you go to your boss and offer to leave the company? Why or Why not?

21. When was the last time you were nice to someone and did NOT expect anything in return for it?

13. When was the last time you told someone HONESTLY how you felt regardless of how difficult it was for you to say? Who was it? What did you have to tell the peson?

23. If you could do anything or wish anything, what would it be?

14. What would be (or what was) harder for you to tell a member of the opposite/same sex, you love them or that you do not love them back?

15. What do you think would be the hardest thing for you to give up? Why would it be hard to lose?

16. Excluding romantic love, when was the last time you told someone you loved them. Who were they to you?

17. If there was one moment and one time in the last month what would you change and why?

18. Would you give a homeless person CPR if they were dying?

22. Which would you choose, true love with a guarantee of a broken heart, or never loved at all? Why?

STRATHMORE DENTURE CLINIC •COMPLETE/PARTIAL DENTURES •SAME DAY RELINES & REPAIR •CUSTOM MOUTHGUARDS •CUSTOM NIGHT GUARDS •NATURAL TEETH WHITENING

Terry Grant Denturist

403.934.3877

413 - 3rd St. Strathmore facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 37

Kids Colouring

Share your completed work on our facebook or instagram accounts for a chance to win a $25 Gift Certificate to any advertiser of your choice in this issue. You could also email it to: denise@thenewsyneighbour.com Winner of last month's colouring is Dawson W

38 •

thenewsyneighbour.com

#TheNewsy Neighbour

/TheNewsy Neighbour

The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

/TNewsy Neighbour

Altogether Different

KIDS & SOCIAL MEDIA How Can Parents Know What' s Appropriate?

In today's fast-paced world, it's hard enough to keep track of what's appropriate on social media for yourself. Protecting your kids is even more complicated.

While you want to keep them safe, you also don't want to overprotect them and deprive them of the internet's many benefits. Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and other social media sites are especially challenging as kids spend more and more time on these sites.

Social media has its own etiquette that includes both formal and unspoken rules. If you break the formal rules, sites such as Facebook will give you a warning or even close down your account.

While breaking unspoken rules doesn't cause such obvious consequences, they can be just as harmful in other ways.

Kids and teens who were born in the digital age may seem completely at ease in the social media environment. Yet they are also extremely vulnerable, both to predators and to issues such as peer pressure, bullying, and the social costs of mistakes. A faux pas on social media can damage friendships, self-confidence, and even kids' safety. That's why it's so crucial for parents to have a good understanding of what is and isn't appropriate for kids online.

What is Appropriate?

When it comes to posting photos on Facebook, Instagram, and other social sites, how do you know what is and isn't appropriate?

ENCHANTED FOREST

February 17th 12:30-2:00 Fun filled �me of Dance, Ac�vi�es, Cra�s and more 3-6 Years Old Hours: Monday - Thursday 5:00-8:00 Saturdays 10:00-1:00

www.expressionsthedancegallery.com 126 Canal Garden. Strathmore, AB

Ph: 403-901-6392

Janelle Kent

faisdodo@outlook.com

Sleep Solu�ons Inc. faisdodosleep.com

Helping you and your little ones get the sleep needed to thrive!

Thought about using cloth diapers, but don't want the mess - let us take care of it for you!

Issues with your own cloth diapers?

We offer professional diaper stripping!

Looking for a local source for cloth diaper accessories? Check out our online shop! calgary@pumpkinsdiaperdelivery.net

403-771-0270

pumpkinsdiaperdelivery.net facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 39

Check us out on Facebook for upcoming events and ac�vi�es!

Banquet Hall Rentals and Catering Services

You can't rely on the rules of the social media platforms for this, as they permit many things that aren't necessarily appropriate by community standards.

There's always a potential danger in posting anything that might be seen as sexually provocative. For younger kids in middle school, the standards are more rigid. It must also be noted that unfair as this may be, people tend to judge girls more harshly than boys in this regard. However, it's best to be cautious with both male and female children on such matters. Your own standards and that of your local community should always be considered. Keep in mind, though, that once something is posted online it can potentially be seen by people all over the world.

Context is always a crucial factor when posting something online. For example, a girl posing in a bathing suit by herself has a very different connotation than one taken in a group, such as on a family holiday or posing with a swimming team. There are also the nuances of photos. Someone photographed while engaged in a fun activity or sports event isn't the same as someone staring provocatively into the camera.

Always Consider the Potential Impact It's extremely easy to offend people nowadays, even when you don't intend to. Most people today realize that it's not appropriate to post content that's offensive or hateful towards others.

However, sometimes even apparently innocent content can trigger negative reactions.

For example, photos or videos depicting luxurious scenes can come across as bragging. Photos of a party can come across as exclusionary to kids who weren't invited. A photo taken on a family vacation or at a summer house could cause envy or hostility on the part of classmates or their parents. This doesn't mean you or your kids have to self-censor everything you feel like posting. It's wise, however, to encourage your kids to ask themselves about the likely impact of everything they post.

Preventing Online Conflicts and Bullying As issues such as cyberbullying and body-shaming get more attention, it's necessary to ensure your own children are neither the targets or instigators of such behaviour. Make sure your kids think carefully before they post anything about others online.

Explain to them that it's never appropriate to insult, mock, or de-

40 •

thenewsyneighbour.com

403-936-5474 www.indusrec.ca

Indus is located approximately 15km East of Calgary on Hwy 22x

mean someone else, either in person or online, even if they're just doing it as a joke. Encourage your children to follow a social media version of the Golden Rule. Before they post something about someone else, they should ask themselves how they'd feel if someone posted this type of content about them.

What may seem like a harmless prank could have a devastating effect on another person. This, in turn, can cause all kinds of ramifications, such as complaints or even lawsuits from other kids' parents.

What if it's your child who's the target of online attacks or bullying? In this case, parents should identify the cause of the problem and make sure that school authorities and the parents of the offenders are aware of the problem. It's also important to help children put such issues into perspective and make them realize that such behaviour doesn't reflect on their worth. If it's a long-term or widespread issue, kids may need counseling to help them deal with it.

Staying Safe From Predators While online feuds and cyberbullying are bad enough, there are also even bigger dangers lurking on the internet. Predators browse social media sites and seek pictures of children. While there's no way to predict what will provoke a twisted person, it's always best to err on the side of caution when it comes to protecting children online. Photos posted online are easy to circulate and very difficult to remove. Something posted on a public page is visible to anyone. That's why it's a good idea for kids and teenagers to set their social media profiles to private.

Teach Kids to Always Consider the Consequences Social media sites seem casual, trivial, and mostly harmless. It's easy for people, especially kids and teens, to post something without thinking about the results. As social media becomes ever more influential in society, the consequences can be quite serious.

Younger children should always be supervised online. Parental controls can help to protect them. Older kids and teens can be given more leeway. They too, however, should be aware that everything they post will be seen by countless others and that it's much easier to post something online than to delete or undo it.

The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

Altogether Different

facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 41

text above?

Thank You for nominating us for a Best in Business Award 2017 for Senior Services SAGEWOOD

140 Cambridge Glen Drive, Strathmore, AB www. agecare.ca/sagewood (403) 361-8000

Home

Respect dementia care

Dignity long term care Trust Quality Caring

independent living

Teamwork supportive living

they are just by looking at them, and when you look at their nutritional profile, it’s easy to understand why they are so revered in many Eastern cultures. To give you an idea, a good handful of goji berries can deliver:

Why Goji Berries Are the Holy Grail of Nutrition It’s not too often that you see a food with the nutritional profile of goji berries. Also called wolfberries, goji are the fruits of Lycium barbarum and Lycium chinense plants and have been cultivated for over 2000 years in Asia. They are so precious to this culture that they have been nicknamed “red diamonds” for their unusually high nutrition value.

Let’s look into these special gems a bit further, to give you an appreciation of what they can deliver for your health, and of course, your taste buds.

The Nutritional Punch Of Goji Berries When you get a glimpse of wellsourced dried goji berries, you can instantly tell how nutritionally dense

• 18 amino acids, including all 8 essential amino acids, which makes it a complete protein • Six essential fatty acids • 22 trace minerals and 11 essential vitamins (including A, C, B-complex, and E) • 140 percent DV of vitamin A, 100 percent DV of iron, copper, and riboflavin, 91 percent DV selenium, 24 percent DV of potassium, and 18 percent DV of zinc • Superior source of antioxidants, and often rated #1 in ORAC food scores (25,000) • More vitamin C per ounce of oranges • Great source of fibre When this nutritional powerhouse hits your body on a consistent basis, it can translate into some very nice health benefits.

The Health Benefits Of Goji Berries With so much nutrition packed into this tiny little berry (like 500 times more vitamin C than an orange by weight), it’s not too big of a surprise that the body often reciprocates the nourishment.

When you start to use goji berries on a consistent basis, you could start to see the following benefits:

• Promotes a healthy immune system • Supports healthy liver function • Nourishes eye, skin, and hair health • Supports a healthy heart • Supports healthy kidney function • Uplifts mood 42 •

thenewsyneighbour.com

The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

Altogether Different

LAKESIDE HUMIDOR & SMOKE

Being such a high antioxidant food, it is also an excellent free radical scavenger, which can support a healthy aging process as well. So how do you work these health promoting berries into your diet?

Using Goji Berries In Your Diet Since goji berries are an incredibly versatile food, there are numerous ways to work them into your diet on a daily basis. You don’t even have to get creative, as a handful of goji berries (with their mild tangy taste that is slightly sweet) are fine just on their own.

However, if you want to get creative, simply throw some goji berries in your smoothie, trail mix, cereal, oatmeal, jam, salads, tea, or bake with them. They go great in this Coconut Brownie Recipe, which ups the antioxidant ante with the raw cacao (21,000 ORAC score) also in the recipe.

Of course, not all goji berry sources are clean and nourishing since they are primarily sourced from China. One needs to be extremely careful of various contaminants (including heavy metals) which may be lurking in that bag of nutritional goodness.

Thankfully, you can avoid that risk by getting Health Ranger Select Organic Goji Berries, which ensures you get a clean harvest due to the meticulous testing and strict requirements that need to be met before they are provided to the public.

Make no bones about it, a clean source of these “red diamonds” is going to add a tasty and nutritional punch to your diet. If there ever was a superfood Holy Grail providing happiness and a feeling of youth, goji would be a strong contender for that distinction.

Derek Henry

Tobacco Specialty and Vape Shop in Chestermere with Excellent Pricing. Come see our walk in Humidor with great selection, Shisha Lounge and all other Tobacco accessories.

Mention this AD or bring in this coupon for a 10% Discount

Valid only for selected products. Expires February 28, 2018

407, 100 Marina Drive, Chestermere, AB

587-470-8322

West of shoppers and beside ATB ¼ cup of dried goji berries has about: 100 calories, 0 grams fat. 3 grams fiber, 13 grams sugar, 4 grams protein, 140 percent DV vitamin A, 35–163 percent DV vitamin C, 100 vitamin DV B2, 91 percent DV selenium, 24 percent DV potassium, 10–100 percent DV iron, 4–10 percent DV calcium, 18 amino acids (11 of which are essential), 5 sources of healthy, unsaturated fatty acids, including alpha-linolenic acid and linoleic acid, Phytochemicals, including beta-carotene, zeaxanthin, lycopene, cryptoxanthin, lutein and polysaccharides

BOW-GLEN WTS Water Treatment Specialist Ask about getting a $1000 Rebate I'm a Government recognized "Rebate Approved Tankless On-Demand Hot Water Installer" for Calgary and County of Rocky View areas

• Installing & Servicing Systems Responsibly • 30 Yrs experience living and working in Rocky View/Wheatland, Calgary & Area • Softeners/Filter/R.O Systems • General Plumbing Needs

Free Estimates

Robert (Bob) Middleton • 403-835-7497 Owner/Operator pipesurgeonx@gmail.com

Monday - Friday 8am to 7pm & Saturday 9am to 1pm Canadian Fabricare Person Of The Year.

Assoc. of Wedding Gown Specialist's-Exclusive Member.

Top Choice Award 2015 Drycleaner for Calgary.

Family Owned & Locally Operated Full Laundry Services on Site

Drycleaningbydave.ca • 403-983-0090 • Strathmore, AB facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 43

MartinSHIELDS,MP

CONSTITUENCY OFFICES: Strathmore – Box 2070, 129 2nd Ave, Strathmore, AB. T1P1K1 Hours: Tues – Thurs 9am – 4pm

Phone: 403-361-2980

fax: 403-361-2989 mar�n.shields.c1b@parl.gc.ca Brooks office: 1-844-241-0020 mar�n.shields.c1@parl.gc.ca www.mar�nshieldsbowriver.ca

I’m in therapy to learn how to deal with people who should be in therapy.

When you are dead, you don’t know that you are dead. It is difficult only for the others.

It is the same when you are stupid.

I can’t believe how old people my age are.

My super power is holding onto junk for years and throwing it away a week before I need it.

I think senility is going to be a fairly smooth transition for me.

I am starting to think I will never be old enough to know better.

I got called ‘pretty’ today! Well

Please contact our office:

• If you are having issues with any Federal programs or departments • If you are holding or celebra�ng a local event • If you have an Anniversary or Birthday you would like Cer�ficates for • If you would like to speak to the Member of Parliament See Our Social Media Pages for Updates

@MartinBowRiver

/MartininBowRiver

actually the full statement was ‘you’re pretty annoying,’ but I only focus on the positive things.

I always knew I’d get old. How fast it happened was a bit of a surprise, though.

One day it just clicks. You realize what’s important and what isn’t. You learn to care less about what other people think of you and more about what you think of yourself. You realize how far you’ve come and you remember when you thought things were such a mess that you would never recover. And you smile. You smile because you are truly proud of yourself and the person you’ve fought to become.

Never forget 3 types of people in your life.

- Who helped you in your difficult times.

- Who left you in your difficult times.

- Who put you in difficult times.

Shur-Lock Self Storage 13 Bayside Place. Strathmore AB, T1P 1C8

SHURLOCK.CA

403-620-1585 or 403-990-1956

shurlock@outlook.com

Full Basement Developments Home Renovations

Storage Solution Centre Commercial or Residential

Wyatt 403-324-3055 Wayde: 403-333-8155

info@sarbercontracting.com 44 •

thenewsyneighbour.com

The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

Altogether Different

Why Your Child Should Be Practicing Martial Arts If your child has expressed an interest in martial arts, you may be reluctant to sign them up out of fear they will become violent.

But contrary to popular belief, martial arts won't turn your kid into a neighbourhood bully. In fact, many children who were violent before going into martial arts become non-violent as their practice progresses. In addition to nonviolence, your child will learn a plethora of other skills that can help them excel in school and life.

Discipline

Although martial arts has a history of preparing men for war, these days things are different. Instead of fighting others, a child is required to fight against themselves in order to develop discipline and self control. The ability to restrain anger, frustration, or envy and channel the energy into a positive endeavor can help your child identify and manage their emotions. Martial arts can help make your child aware of their strengths and limitations, not only in the physical sense but also the emotional.

Respect

A key pillar of martial arts is respect. Students are taught to respect themselves, their instructors, and the other students. As a child learns to respect themselves, they are less likely to be a bully magnet or doormat. Children learn the importance of standing up for themselves without violent confrontation.

Physical Fitness

In this age of technology and convenience, many kids struggle to get the recommended amount of exercise. Martial arts has long been seen as a complete workout because every muscle in the body is used to execute difficult moves. Training also includes countless mobility and flexibility exercises, so you may even see your child's posture begin to improve. Cross training is often encouraged to improve stamina, speed, and dexterity.

Confidence

Many parents who encourage their children to participate in martial arts report a boost of confidence in their kids.

Although martial arts does not train your kid to become a fighting machine, a child will naturally feel more confident in their ability to handle bullies. Rest assured that any martial art practice has well defined rules, as well as a moral code that has evolved over the centuries. In addition, your child will learn to celebrate silently and to show mercy towards a defeated opponent, teaching them to be humble as well as confident.

At Coldwell, we are real people serving real people.

With the right insurance in place, you know you have peace of mind no matter what happens to you.

We at, Coldwell Agencies pride ourselves on providing solutions to our customers’ insurance needs. We provide professional insurance advice and problem solving. Our expertise is in home, automobile, farm and commercial insurance.

We’re committed to you and your family’s peace of mind. Call one of our experienced agents today at (403) 934-3221 and let Coldwell Agencies demonstrate our dedication to delivering quality insurance policies.

COLDWELL INSURANCE 133-2nd Ave Strathmore, AB Phone: Fax:

403-934-3221

403-934-5163

Representing and accessing over 30 of the worlds leading insurers

nothing more than make a series of right decisions throughout the match. Because strategy is tailored to the opponent in the middle of a match, your child will be taught to make fast yet educated decisions.

Listening Skills

Your child will learn to take instruction and feedback from the martial arts teacher. As their listening skills improve they will be learning valuable lessons to take with them for the rest of their lives. Active listening can help your child in school, in peer-topeer interactions, and in problem solving.

The benefits of enrolling your child in martial arts are numerous but the most important thing to remember is that your little one will be learning valuable life skills. Try observing a few classes to see if martial arts might be something your child will enjoy.

Decision Making

Some people believe the winner of a martial arts match is the athlete with the hardest strike or best techniques. Usually though, the case is that the person did facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 45

Kerry G. Glass Professional Corporation

Chartered Professional Accountant

Kerry Glass, CPA, CGA Kerry@kgg-cpa.com

403-901-0260

225C Wheatland Trail, Strathmore

Leela Sharon Aheer MLA

FROM THE DESK OF AL SCHULE Winter is in full force in Rocky View County and we are working diligently behind the scenes to keep the roads clear for residents. While we cannot stop the snow, we can help keep the roads clear for residents. Currently, Rocky View County has priority routes that are cleared as soon as possible and then the secondary routes after that. As a reminder, all safety concerns with snow removal, please contact me directly or call the main office.

It is budget time at Rocky View County. We are now reviewing and discussing all budget items for the upcoming year. There are many projects I would like to see committed through the budget and as soon as we have them figured out, I will advise the community.

Congratulations to the Business Community in their nominations and awards for the Newsy Neighbour Readers’ Choice Best in Business Awards. Your hard work and dedication to the community is truly appreciated and you should be very proud to have been nominated by the community. Keep up the Good Work!

Sticky's Maintenance Services • Commercial, Residential & Condos • Snow Clearing • Fall Clean-ups Travis Boersema • 403-901-9810 travis@stickys.ca

www.stickys.ca 46 •

Now accepting credit cards

thenewsyneighbour.com

I am thrilled to be part of the Newsy Neighbour Family. While I do not have the honour of representing Strathmore residents and those of you in Wheatland County you may contact Independent MLA Derek Fildebrandt. Please connect with his office at 403-934-4400 or Strathmore.Brooks@ assembly.ab.ca.

Hello Newsy Neighbour Readers!

Anyone who knows me knows I am a bit of a bore on the topic of small business. I can go on and on about the benefits of buying local and supporting your neighbours who help make your community a special place to raise your family. I keep saying this

because, of course, it’s true! As a small business owner myself, I know what it’s like to work long hours and try to raise a family at the same time.

Your customers’ smiles are a big part of the reward as anybody who has a small business can attest. On January 18, I was honoured to speak and present at the third annual Newsy Neighbour Readers’ Choice Best In Business Awards, put on by Aleesha Gosling and Denise Geremia.

The Awards honour the small businesses in the Strathmore-Langdon-Chestermere area who “went the extra mile” to please their customers.

Congratulations to all the winners and thanks to the Newsy Neighbour team for all your hard work putting this together and promoting small business at every opportunity. Thanks to the Strathmore Legion for the venue and the High Steppin’ Daddies for the fantastic music. See my Facebook pages for some pictures. I haven’t missed this event yet and I can’t wait to see what Aleesha and Denise have in store for next year.

The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

Altogether Different

Thank you to all of our voters and supporters!

Savannah 2 156 Wildrose Cresent – Yukon 2 1461 sq ft $399,900

trilogyhomes.ca Brian Martin 403.830.0949

196 Wildrose Cresent 1860 sq ft - $464,900

204 Wildrose Cresent – Columbia 3 1748 sq ft $449,900 Spring possession

I was proud to represent the UCP Caucus in the Women’s March.

The reasons I march are maybe different than the person standing beside me. I march to bring awareness to female genital mutilation, honour beatings and killings, domestic violence, sexual harassment, and the equal treatment of women in countries where women are not safe, lack the dignity of human rights and have no voice. These issues transcend politics. Unfortunately, because of the march, I missed a great event in Chestermere engaging our young women: Go Girl. This year’s theme was “Sisters of Sweat”, celebrating exercise and healthy habits. My assistant attended and says kudos are owed to Vicki Klinger of the Chestermere Recreation Centre for a very successful day.

of dollars to travel to the US for treatment that should be available right here in Alberta. Did you know that current research indicates that the “Bull’s Eye” rash only occurs in about 30% of tick-born Lyme infections? Please contact my office if you or someone you know has been affected by Lyme disease. I will be pressing the Government to act.

On January 20, my assistant and I were privileged to attend and I was truly honoured to speak at the Legends gala in Strathmore for the new Strathmore Overnight Shelter that will be opening soon. SOS will fill a critical need for short term accommodation focused on people 16+. SOS President John Hilton O’Brien gave a most moving address. To paraphrase, these people aren’t “them”, they are us. They are our brothers, sisters, fathers, mothers, sons, and daughters. They are the man who lives in his truck because he can get a desperately needed job with his truck and had to choose between his truck and his home. Thank you to John, the board, organizers Richard Rodgers, and the community supporters, both individuals and businesses, for their love, compassion and for taking care of those that may be down on their luck, or suffering from addiction and isolation. A particular highlight was seeing the United Steelworkers step up with a $5,000.00 donation. Thanks to Cheadle’s “event dynamo”, Jane Mitton, for organizing this and Legends Pub for hosting it. My assistant said the food was great and I would like to thank the Legends kitchen for their extra effort preparing my vegetarian meal.

Finally, I would like to thank some very special people. These are my husband and my children who give up their mom/wife on a regular basis for public service. I want to thank Pat Shaw, Peter Tindall’s wonderful wife for giving him up to events and long hours as he tries to keep up with my schedule and keep me on track and briefed. I am so grateful for these people, and for their dedication to this province. As always, we love to hear from you.

Following this, we attended the Indus Shothawks fundraiser for a local family in Indus. About a year before, we attended a similar one for a friend of ours stricken with Lyme Disease. With help from very generous neighbours, he was able to travel to the United States for treatment. The result: he has gained back over 40 pounds, looks great, and has his life back. His wife has her husbands’ back and his children have their father back. Imagine watching a family member literally wasting away. There seems to be a “blind spot” surrounding Lyme Disease diagnosis and treatment here. People are commonly told there is “no Lyme Disease in Alberta”. Who knew ticks could read maps? There is no justification for people with Lyme having to spend thousands

Speaking of organizations who help our neighbours, I attended the Robbie Burns Dinner for The Homeless at the Drop in Centre in Calgary put on by the St. Andrews Caledonian Society, and had the privilege of performing with my son some of our favourite Robbie Burns songs along with the band “After the Storm”.

If you weigh 200 pounds on Earth, you’ll be only 76 pounds on Mars. You’re not overweight, you’re just not on the right planet.

Gail Schmidt Top Producer 2007 - 2016

Because a Great Experience Begins with a Great Agent!

Cell:

403.993.4550 • gschmidt@cirrealty.ca

gailschmidt.com langdonliving.com facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 47

BRO-TECH PLUMBING & HEATING INC.

Loca lly & Op Owne erat d ed

brotech.ca admin@brotech.ca We Provide All Plumbing & Heating Services Including: Repair Service, New Construction, Renovations, Commercial & More.

Thanks to our great customers for all of your support!

403.983.7671

The Homeowner’s Yearly Checklist January

- Holiday Decorations: organize, pack and put away - Kitchen Cabinets: clean and polish - Fridge: Vacuum behind, clean coils - Stove and Oven: clean - Electric: Clean circuit breaker - Fire Extinguisher: place near kitchen, check charge - Plumbing: Clean main water line shut-off valve exterior - HVAC: vacuum and dust - Garbage Disposal: Crush ice (sharpens), baking soda and citrus fruit rinds (freshens) - Range Hood Fan: check and clean

February

43 Spruce Park Drive, Strathmore

- Sinks, Shower and Tub: repair grout around - Curtains: clean and vacuum - Window Blinds: dust - Ceiling Fans and Lighting Fixtures: clean - HVAC: vacuum and dust - Garbage Disposal: Crush ice (sharpness), baking soda and citrus fruit rinds (freshens) - Plumbing: Check for leaks on supply lines to sinks and toilets - Doors: tighten and lube bi-fold - Electrical: test and reset all ground fault circuit interrupter receptacles, check all extension cords

IGHBOU NE R Reader’s Choice in

Z AGA INE M

E NEW SY TH

March

- Baseboards and Doors: clean and touch up with paint - Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors: check batteries - HVAC: vacuum and dust - Garbage Disposal: crush ice (sharpens), baking soda and citrus fruit rinds (freshens) - Range Hood Fan: check and clean - Electrical: test and reset all ground fault circuit interrupter receptacles, check all extension cords - Weather-stripping and Windows: Check all caulking for separations and cracks, re-caulk - Fire Extinguisher: placer near kitchen, check charge

BUSINESS

Winner

April

2016-2017

- Air Conditioning: schedule service appointment - Lawn: aerate and fertilize - House: Walk around looking for problems like paint, shingles, foundation, etc.

- Sprinkler System: turn on, make adjustments and repairs - Landscaping: after plants are established, set back irrigation

48 •

thenewsyneighbour.com

The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

Altogether Different

- HVAC: vacuum and dust - Garbage Disposal: crush ice (sharpens), baking soda and citrus fruit rinds (freshens) - Plumbing: Check for leaks on supply lines to sinks and toilets

May

- Deck: apply preservative sealer, clean, repair, check bolts, tighten - House: hose down exterior - Windows: wash and clean sills, inside and out - Plant annuals and perennials - HVAC: vacuum and dust - Garbage Disposal: crush ice (sharpens), baking soda and citrus fruit rinds (freshens) - Range Hood Fan: check and clean - Plumbing: check for leaks on supply lines to sinks and toilets - Tile: seal the grout (do every 6 months) - Fire Extinguisher: place near kitchen, check charge

June

- Garage: remove old paints and flammables - Fences: Repair and paint - HVAC: vacuum and dust - Garbage Disposal: crush ice (sharpens), baking soda and citrus fruit rinds (freshens) - Fridge: Test door tightness (use a dollar and pull it out of fridge after closing the door on it)

July

- Garage: de-clutter and donate - Artificial Plants: clean - HVAC: vacuum and dust - Garbage Disposal: crush ice (sharpens), baking soda and citrus fruit rinds (freshens) - Range Hood Fan: check and clean - Plumbing: check for leaks on supply lines to sinks and toilets - Fire Extinguisher: place near kitchen, check charge

“Highly Recommended

by Local Builders”

Highest Warranty In The Business

August

- Carpets: clean - HVAC: vacuum and dust - Garbage Disposal: crush ice (sharpens), baking soda and citrus fruit rinds (freshens) - Plumbing: Check for leaks on supply lines to sinks and toilets - Doors: tighten and lube bi-fold - Electrical: test and reset all ground fault circuit interrupter receptacles, check all extension cords - Water Heater: remove water heater residue following the manual

September

- HVAC: vacuum and dust - A/C: shut off, clean and cover until spring - Garden: rake leaves dispose of mulch - Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors: check batteries - Garbage Disposal: crush ice (sharpens), baking soda and citrus fruit rinds (freshens) - Range Hood Fan: check and clean - Plumbing: Check for leaks on supply lines to sinks and toilets

facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 49

Cover Up Painting & Flooring BEST WORK & REASONABLE PRICES

Local

FREE ESTIMATES INTERIOR / EXTERIOR COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL

Mason Walstra

Guy Cooley, CCS

- 17 YEARS EXPERIENCE -

Professional Real Estate Associate

Masonwalstra1@hotmail.com

Direct Cell 403.462.4899 guycooley@remax.net

(403)934-3212/(306)320-7372

www.GuyCooley.com

- Weather-stripping and Windows: check all caulking for separations and cracks, re-caulk - Fridge: test door tightness (use a dollar and pull it out of fridge after closing the door on it) - Heating: have the heating system serviced (always do in fall)

October

- Garden: plant new trees and lay sod (good deals this time of year) - Garden: Trim branches and shrubs - Garden: winterize perennials, clean annuals out - Sprinklers: Turn off and disconnect water hoses (before 1st freeze) - Roof and Gutters: clean off and check for damage - Splash blocks: clean - HVAC: vacuum and dust - Garbage Disposal: crush ice (sharpens), baking soda and citrus fruit rinds (freshens) - Plumbing: check for leaks on supply lines to sinks and toilets - Hot Water Heater: drain and remove sediment (do in fall)

November

- Clothes Dryer: check on vents and hoses for lint - HVAC: vacuum and dust - Garbage Disposal: crush ice (sharpens), baking soda and citrus fruit rinds (freshens) - Range Hood Fan: check and clean - Plumbing: check for leaks on supply lines to sinks and toilets - Tile: seal the grout (do every 6 months) - Fire Extinguisher: place near kitchen, check charge

December

- House: roof and exterior check - HVAC: vacuum and dust - Garbage Disposal: crush ice (sharpens), baking soda and citrus fruit rinds (freshens) - Range Hood Fan: check and clean - Plumbing: Check for leaks on supply lines to sinks and toilets

50 •

thenewsyneighbour.com

In one day, a human sheds 10 billion skin flakes. This amounts to approximately two kilograms in a year.

Flamingos are able to fly at a speed of approximately 55 kilometres an hour. In one night they can travel about 600 km.

The city of Tokyo was originally called Edo. As late as 1820, the universe was thought to be 6,000 years old. It is now thought to be between 15 and 20 billion years old.

The northern leopard frog swallows its prey using its eyes — it uses them to help push food down its throat by retracting them into its head.

The top of the Eiffel Tower leans away from the sun, as the metal facing the sun heats up and expands. It can move as much as 7 inches.

The Romans used to clean and whiten their teeth with urine. Apparently it works. Please don't do it, though.

INTERIOR PAINTING Residential & Commercial Out of Town FREE ESTIMATES Bonded and Insured

403-934-7874 bbiletsky@gmail.com

Bri- Lene Interior Painting The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

Altogether Different

RTA LBE A-A CHB

7 201

R E D L BOFUTHIE YEAR

WE WIN! YOU WIN! Alberta’s Builder of the Year is happy to give you amazing new pricing!

• • • •

HAMMOND STARTING AT

4 Bedrooms 2.5 Bathrooms 3 Car Garage Spacious Master Ensuite

2,456 sq. ft

$560,000

DON’T COMPROMISE ON YOUR NEW HOME WITH STEPPER HOMES NEWLY RELEASED PRICING.

With three and four bedroom plans, feel comfortable knowing that your new home will have everything you need, for less!

LIMITED LOTS AVAILABLE!

Lynn Desilets & Dennis Burnell 403-936-3110 | bouldercreek@stepperhomes.com Prices include house, lot & gst. As lots are sold, prices will be adjusted to reflect the current lots available.

Commercial & Residential Boiler Service & New Boilers, Plumbing Repairs, Garage Heaters, Gasfitting, In Floor Heat, Cross Connection Device Testing, Furnace Service & New Furnaces We provide quality work every single time.

Call for a free quote: 403.934.3939 Located In Strathmore

aquaductstrathmore.ca

stepperhomes.com

Serge Grenier Call: (403) 589-2488 email: sg.eastside@gmail.com

✔ Personal & Corporate Taxes ✔ Bookkeeping & Payroll ✔ Sub-Contractor GST Filing Located in Langdon Pick up and Drop off service available facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 51

New Year…

New Rules

|PRIDE |PASSION |PURPOSE

As we welcome in the start of 2018, we can look forward to new hope, new beginnings, new opportunities, and yes, new changes to the mortgage rules.

With that said, we have already experienced a lot of changes to the way mortgage financing is obtained since October of 2016, but until this point, these changes seem to have had the biggest impact on potential first time home buyers, or clients who have had less than 20% of the purchase price to be used as the down payment. Now the “stress test” has come around full circle, and regardless of how much money you have access to for a down payment, your ability to qualify for mortgage financing will be based on the 5 year Canadian Benchmark Rate (5.14% at the time this article was written), or by adding 2% to the current contract rate for the desired term chosen.

The Lowest Interest Rates,

GUARANTEED!!

Purchase - Refinance - Transfers - Equity Lending Spousal Buyouts - Debt Consolida�on - Second Homes Revenue & Vaca�on Proper�es - New to Canada Self Employed Applicants - Bankruptcy - Foreclosures Clients With Bruised or Poor Credit

So, what does this mean in the grand scheme of things? Funny enough, clients have been qualifying for variable rate mortgages and fixed rate term mortgages of 4 years or less by using the 5-year Canadian Benchmark Rate for years. Again, it didn’t matter what the loan to value was going to be, but if you wanted a shorter fixed term or a variable rate mortgage, this was and has been the process that has been used for the longest time.

FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS

SERVICING CALGARY AND SURROUNDING AREA

15 YEARS

THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR SUPPORT

So once the dust settles in the early part of 2018, and with any luck, we won’t have any additional rule changes imposed for the next little while (at least), the challenge will be to understand these rules and how they impact you as an existing mortgage holder, someone looking to purchase a new home, or perhaps you want to refinance your mortgage for any number of reasons.

This is where speaking with the right mortgage professional can make all the difference.

Save THOUSANDS in

unnecessary interest!

There are basically three classifications of mortgages…insured, insurable and uninsured, and they all come with different mortgage interest rates, depending on what the loan to value will be.

If you already own your home, and you purchased your property prior to October 2016, your options for renewal and transfers will be different than what they will be if you purchased your home after October 2016. Some banks only offer one interest rate for each type of mortgage, whereas other lenders offer lower interest rates depending on how much of a down payment a client may have, or how much equity exists in the client’s existing home. If you speak with a mortgage specialist that understands the various options that are available, it can make a big difference in your interest rate and how much you can save over the life of your mortgage.

JASON ELDRIDGE Mortgage Specialist PFP, B.Admin Cell:

403.630.1718

As always, I welcome any questions or comments you may have regarding the information contained in my articles. Until next month…this has been a mortgage moment with your Canadian Mortgage Guy.

Fax: 866-708-5807 Email: jason@axiommortgage.ca

Apply Online: h�p://jason.axiommortgage.ca

52 •

thenewsyneighbour.com

The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

Altogether Different

AMAZING PHOTOS

A picture is said to be worth 1,000 words, but sometimes there are those that simply leave you speechless.

facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 53

54 •

thenewsyneighbour.com

The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

Altogether Different

SERVING THE COMMUNITIES OF

CHESTERMERE, LANGDON & STRATHMORE 2017 TOP PRODUCERS

DEB MURRAY 403.325.0372

GAIL SCHMIDT 403.993.4550

DEBBIE ENSLEN 403.852.5923

CRAIG LANGLOIS LYNMARIE NEUFELD JENS LEHMANN LARS LEHMANN AUDRA REINHARDT Broker Delegate

MAIN: TAMARA DESJARDINS 403.874.6486

SHERYL JOHNSTON 403.923.6774

Tips For Selling Your Home Unlike other things that you may own, you can never take selling your home lightly. A house is a big commodity, one that is worth a lot of money. Before you even think about selling your home, you should put a lot of thought and consideration into it. Although you may want to sell your home - you should make sure that you do it the right way.

The first thing you should do when you are thinking of selling your home is to hire yourself a qualified real estate agent who knows the neighborhood. An agent who knows your neighborhood will known the ideal price for your home, and help you sell it at the ideal price. If your home is priced right for the neighborhood, chances are it will sell. If it is priced too high, you might not get any offers or anyone interested in buying the home.

Once you have a real estate agent, you and your agent will need to develop a strategy. You’ll need to decide on the price and how long you will leave it on the market before you think about a reduction. You’ll also need to discuss his commission as well, which will help to avoid any misunderstandings in the future.

If you talk about these types of things when you first start out selling your home, you’ll find the entire process to go much smoother.

403.630.0384 587.717.0663 403.540.0201 403.585.3389 403.902.0440

403.902.0440

All Your Real Estate Needs In some cases, you may run out of time before you are able to sell your home. In this situation, you may want to rent out your home. When you rent out your home, you may also be able to strike a deal with renters that your home is available for showing.

To make the house accessible to potential buyers, you may want to offer your renters a lower price. This way, they will be more inclined to make the house available for potential buyers.

Keep in mind that selling your home will take you some time. You can also sell it yourself if you prefer, without a real estate agent.

This can save you quite a bit of money as well, as you won’t have to pay a real estate agent. If you are planning to go this route, you should make sure that you know the value of your home and you know the neighborhood. You can put a “for sale by owner” sign in the yard, and list your home in local newspapers, and on the Internet as well. This way, you’ll get your home out to the market of potential buyers. Homes that are for sale by the owner are always great for buyers - as they can deal with the owner directly and not have to worry about dealing with any real estate agents.

info@kaleidoscopetravel.ca 403-934-9447 • 1-888-Y-CRUISE

www.kaleidoscopetravel.ca facebook.com/TheNewsyNeighbour

• 55

PROVIDING WARMTH AND SAVINGS Gas furnaces are a common choice for most modern homes. A gas furnace kicks in when the room air temperature drops below your programmed setting on the thermostat. Trane furnaces are guaranteed to keep your home warmer, your bills lower and make those winter months a little more enjoyable.

Call Today! 403-830-9408 56 •

thenewsyneighbour.com

The Newsy Neighbour Magazine

•

Altogether Different