Atlin Whisper, February 3, 2021

Wednesday February 3rd, 2021

The Atlin Whisper “Never doubt that a small group of committed citizens can change the world.�

Margaret Mead

Welcome 2021!

Three Years and growing I do not wish to belabour the obvious, 2020 was challenging to all of us but we made it through and have a creative future to look forward to.

New in 2021

Upcoming Programing Atlin Arts & Music Festival I am so pleased to announce that AAMF will be using the Globe Theatre for their Concert-Series this upcoming season. Dates and details can be found on their website www.atlinfestival.ca plus I will be advertising in my usual ways once more details are in place.

The recording system is up and running, I have now released the first “Live At The Globe Theatre” CD which is for sale at Sincerely Yours, Macs Fireweed Book Store and by contacting me directly. All proceeds go towards further enhancements.

Next phase: Now working towards video equipment for live streaming

Live Entertainment Once again, going into the new year, I have a number of performers, speakers, and a couple other treats lined up for the 2021 season.

Want to rent the Globe Theatre?

Follow my facebook page @ExploreAtlin, posters around town & The Atlin Whisper for details.

The 100 seats are now movable to make arranging the space more individual.

Weekly Movies will continue ☺

Weddings, private parties, meetings and more. The Globe Theatre is a great venue for private functions.

Let me know your requirements, I am happy to provide you with a quote.

Fundraising I held my third annual “Heat the Theatre” fundraiser in October. People were once again generous and we achieved the goal to cover the heating bill for another season. Thank you so much, this takes the pressure off so I can keep going and not have to worry about paying out of my pocket. To date I have not drawn a wage from the theatre proceeds, it all goes back into rent, utilities, and system upgrades.

The Atlin Historical Society also stepped up to the plate in 2020 and offered some Covid Relief – Thank You.

Heather Keny Owner/Operator PO Box 145, Atlin BC, V0W 1A0 exploreatlin@gmail.com ExploreAtlin

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“Perfection”

by Jeff Salmon Maternity ward Umbilical cord A tear of joy A dear sweet boy His dad is there Whispers a prayer Of gratitude…

For his wife and son Blissful perfection.

Maternity ward Umbilical cord

Big Water Society We are still providing free counselling during this time

A gem, a pearl A dear sweet girl

As the community is aware, the way everyone is conducting business Her dad is there Whispers a prayer lately is shifting. Sometimes life can stress us out or make us anxious, particularly during this pandemic and the way it has disrupted many Of gratitude… of the ways we enjoy our lives, jobs, and relationships with friends and family.

For daughter and wife Free mental health counselling will continue to be offered in a safe He’ll love them for life. and positive way by Big Water Society and our counsellor Jan Forde (MSW, RSW) who will provide remote counselling service for the time being.

Jan will be providing counselling via phone every Thursday of the week from between 9am-5pm.

Please feel free to call and leave Jan a message at office Ph: 250-651-2189 0r cell Ph: 867-333-6829 Or email bannyforde@gmail.com to leave a message to book a time for Thursdays with her via phone.

Eleven Things Atlinites Can Do Today to Boost Their Immune System and Be Well 1.

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Seek out the sun and absorb 30 minutes minimum of direct sunshine per day.

Smile and be grateful for all our gifts as you walk in the woods.

Stop to ponder the simple pleasures.

Healthy food is your medicine.

Don’t put anything into your body that is not life-giving.

Know that your immune system knows best how to keep you safe.

Turn off the internet for one full day once a week. Have reverence for silence.

Minds can be misled. Trust your intuition. Trust your common sense. Trust your heart.

Make your bedroom a shrine to sleep. Keep the office and business stuff away.

Avoid screen time and bright lights in the hour prior to bedtime.

Read, write, sing, pray. Sleep tight. Sweet dreams.

Love, Light, and Laughter,

Stephen Badhwar

Now is Our Time to Choose Compilation 003

Choose One

The Decision at the Precipice

Prison or Paradise?

Here we stand amidst our choices: Do we construct the bridge to betterment?

Or perish trying to jump?

Prison.

Paradise.

Prison or Paradise.

Luckily, we get to choose.

The Keepers of Fear They built walls to protect us But the walls only kept out the sun Funneled the wind And caused the rain to puddle So here we sit in the shade Shivering in the mud Trying to remember what it was like To live in the glory of the light

Paralysis or Practicality Are we to be like the deer caught in the headlights?

Or are we to wrestle control of the steering wheel?

The choice is ours to make: Be the deer; or be the driver.

Cognitive Dissonance The writing is on the wall, folks You can read it

Some children climb the wall

Or you can run from it

And are jubilant at what they see

But hide from it, you cannot.

But the gatekeepers come swiftly And the children are banished from sight

The writing is on the wall, folks You can read it

Prisoners in our own Homes They built walls to protect us From the marauders and our foe But these forces never came

Or you can run from it Or you can do your homework and read.

Zone of Discomfort

And now the walls serve only

Up against the wall

To keep us corralled and contained

That’s where we’re least at ease But that’s where creativity begins

Responsibility The King is just a puppet Propped up by you and I

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Stephen Badhwar, 2006

And the choices we make each day

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Friendship consists in forgetting what one gives and remembering what one receives.

Alexandre Dumas

Please note that calls for same day water delivery service must be received no later than 11 a.m. of said day. Thank you!

Heating Oil delivery available

Delivery days are Monday through Friday Our mailing address is Box 318, Atlin BC V0W 1A0 You can also email us at grizzlyhomeservices@gmail.com 250-651-7463

With thanks, Dana and Mary Hammond

Sincerely Yours General Store & Canada Post Location OPEN

Monday to Friday 10am – 5pm Closed for lunch 12:30 – 1:30 CLOSED weekends and Statutory Holidays

OPPORTUNITIES Need your driveway plowed or sanded? Call Bob’s contracting at 250-651-2488 Firewood getting low? $270 per cord or $300 per cord for same day delivery. Call Bob’s contracting 250-6512488 Atlin Cabins are open year round. 2 bedroom kitchenettes cabins with TV, wifi, running water, bbq deck, pet and non pet cabins available. Lake and mountain front views. Call 250-651-2488 or email atlinhouseboat@gmail.com for our winter rates.

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