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January 2007 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 3Food for thought ~ Happy New YearBy Enid DamerI’m way ahead of myself– my Christmas article wasprinted in November andnow my New Years messagewill be printed in mid-December! But it doesn’treally matter and the editors/printers of the Connector dodeserve a bit of time off.This will be a time forthoughts of recipes new tome. Last year, I discoveredsome good ones, which I’dlike to share. The wonderfulthing about cooking is thatthere are always new ideas;some are recycled old ones,but if they are new to you,then they are new! Most ofthe recipes are low in fat andsugar, a factor to considerafter a holiday of overindulgence.A good friend gave mea recipe book titled, “TheBook Club Cookbook.” Ibelong to two book clubs soit was an appropriate gift.There is a synopsis for eachf 100 titles and a suggestedecipe to fit each story. Manyf the novels are ones I haveead. It’s the kind of bookyou want to curl up with inront of the fire on a snowyay and just read and read.ere’s one of the recipes. Itccompanies Angela’s Ashes,y Frank McCourt, a bookany of you will have read.Irish brown soda bread1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-cup whole-wheat flour1 1/2 teaspoons bakingpowder1-teaspoon baking soda2 teaspoons brown sugar1 1/8 cup buttermilkAdjust oven rack to acentral position and preheatto 325 degrees. Placeflours, baking powder, sodaand brown sugar in a largebowl and mix well. Add buttermilkand stir until softdough is formed. (I foundI had to add more buttermilk)Knead on a boarddusted with whole-wheatflour. Shape into a roundloaf; place on an ungreasedbaking sheet, press downa little to flatten, and dustwith whole-wheat flour. Cuta deep cross on top. Allow torest for 10 minutes, coveredby a cloth. Bake 40 minutesor until the loaf is goldenbrown. Allow to cool and“serve with butter and jam.”My family sometimesmakes me feel that my cookingis old fashioned. Theyare not much on meat, potatoesand two vegetable mealsany more. In an attempt tobe more “with it”, I tried aMexican dish and we reallyenjoyed it. Simple, meatless,and very quick. Try it withyour grandchildren!Tex-Mex quesadillas4 - 10” soft tortillas1/2-cup salsa (medium orhot)1 cup grated sharp cheese4 teaspoons chopped greenonionsLay tortillas flat on acutting board. Cover halfwith 2 tablespoons salsa.Sprinkle with 1/4 cup gratedcheese and 1 tablespoonchopped green onions. Foldthe tortilla over to cover filling.Pre-heat a large nonstickfrying pan and lightlycoat with oil. When panreaches medium heat, addfolded tortilla and cookuntil golden on each side.Cut into wedges and repeatwith remaining tortillas.Serve with a tossed greensalad. You may add one ortwo tablespoons of diced,cooked chicken or drained,canned black beans.This recipe is good totake to winter potlucks.Roasted winter vegetables2 cups red potatoes, skinson, (or peeled baking potatoes)cut in bite-sizedchunks1 1/2 cups peeled yams cutinto chunks1 1/2 cups peeled turnip cutin chunks1 large onion, cut into thickwedges1 1/2 teaspoon olive oilPinch of salt and freshlyground pepper.Grease a large flat panwith the oil. Heat oven to375 degrees. Toss the potatoes,turnip and onion withthe oil, salt and pepper.Roast uncovered, in a singlelayer, half an hour, then stirand add yams. Stir occasionallyfor another half houruntil vegetables are almostdone.Now, if you want to befancy, make up the followingsauce while the vegetablescook.Walnut rosemary pesto1/4-cup fresh rosemary(removed from stalk)1/3 cup walnut halves,toasted1/2 cup grated Parmesancheese1 clove garlic, peeled1 1/2 tablespoon olive oilPinch of salt and freshlyground pepperPlace all in a processorand process until finelychopped. Add to the roastedvegetables, toss to combineand continue roastinguncovered until all the vegetablesare cooked.Alternately, add a goodItalian dressing to the vegetablesbefore baking the lasthalf hour.My wish for you is ayear of good health and lotsof fun trying new recipes!Safe driving tips for seniorsOnce we hit a certain ageour reflexes start to slowdown, our muscular strengthstarts to decline and our riskof injury gets greater. That’swhy seniors need to be evenmore careful. Our homes,streets and highways can befilled with potential risks.It can make you thinktwice about safe drivingskills – not just yours,but those of other driversaround you, as well! Drivingfor most seniors is a way ofmaintaining some independence,and those who havebeen driving all their livescertainly don’t want to giveit up just because they havereached a certain age.It is true that manyseniors can still drive, butunfortunately, not all ofthem can drive safely. Followthese safety rules at alltimes in order to protectyourself and those aroundyou.• Have your eyes testedannually.• Always wear your glassesor hearing aid while driving.• Always take your medicationsas prescribed by yourdoctor and do not drive ifthey make you dizzy, tired orconfused.• Keep your seatbelt fastenedat all times.• Pay close attention to othervehicles, pedestrians andbikes around you.• Plan your trips in advanceand avoid rush hour.• Avoid driving for longperiods of time: insteadmake regular stops to rest.• Always stay focused onyour driving and be ready forthe unexpected.• Take a driving refreshercourse, if one is beingoffered in your area.

Page 4 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comJanuary 2007Good King WenceslasGood King Wenceslas looked out on the Feast of Stephen,When the snow lay round about, deep and crisp and even.Brightly shone the moon that night, though the frost was cruel,When a poor man came in sight, gathering winter fuel.You’re probably familiar with this old Christmas carol. Butdid you know that Wenceslas was a real person?He was born into the royal Premysl or Przemyslid dynastyof Bohemia (located in what is now the Czech Republic).Wenceslas was born around 907 AD in the castle ofStochov near Prague. The castle is gone now, but there isstill an oak tree there that was supposedly planted whenWenceslas was born. His nannies watered the tree with hisath water, which supposedly made the tree strong. Thehurch Wenceslas attended still exists.A stern but fair monarch, he stopped the persecution ofriests and tamed the rebellious nobility. He was known foris kindness to the poor, as depicted in later verses of thearol. He was especially charitable to children, helping youngrphans and slaves.Many of the Bohemian nobles resented Wenceslas’ttempts to spread Christianity, and were displeased when hewore allegiance to the king of Germany, Henry I.The duke’s most deadly enemy proved to be his ownrother, Boleslav, who joined the nobles that were plotting hisrother’s assassination.He invited Wenceslas to a religious festival and thenttacked him on his way to mass. As the two were struggling,oleslav’s supporters jumped in and murdered Wenceslas.“Good King” Wenceslas died on Sept. 20, 929. He was inis early 20s and had ruled Bohemia for five years.Today he is remembered as the patron saint of the Czechepublic.The words to the carol “Good King Wenceslas” werewritten by John Mason Neale, and were first published in853.The music is from a 13th century song called “TempusAdest Floridum,” or “Spring Has Unwrapped Her Flowers.”The music was first published in written form in Finland in582 as part of a collection of songs called Piae Cantiones.It is also used for another carol, “Gentle Mary Laid Herhild.”And in case you’re wondering, the Feast of Stephen iselebrated on December 26 – the day after Christmas.Senior ConnectorThe Seniors’ Own Newspaper ~ FREE!www.seniorconnector.com107 - 540 Seymour Street, Kamloops, B.C.Telephone: (250) 374-8883 • Fax: (250) 374-8802Office Hours Monday ~ Friday 8:30 a.m. ~ 4:30 p.m.Please address all correspondence to:Senior ConnectorP.O. Box 729, Kamloops, B.C. V2C 5M4E-mail: editor@seniorconnector.comPublisherMichael H. KeetchManaging Editor F. Lori KeetchSalesGlen BishopProduction & Design Sierre Allison, Judi DupontSenior Connector is a monthly newspaper dedicated to inform, serve andentertain seniors 45 and over. Deadline for advertising and editorialcopy is the 15th of the month for publication on or about the 25th ofthe month.It is published by locally owned PrintMark Publishing Inc.Letters to the Editor must be signed and have a phone number (yourphone number will not be printed unless so requested). Other submissionsare gratefully received but Senior Connector reserves the right to editall material and to refuse any material deemed unsuitable for this publication.Articles will run in the newspaper as time and space permit.No portion of this publication may be reproduced without writtenpermission from the publisher.The opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily thoseof the publisher, Senior Connector, PrintMark Publishing Inc., or the staffthereof.Subscriptions are $30 per year in Canada.Any error which appears in an advertisement will be adjusted as toonly the amount of space in which the error occurred. The content ofeach advertisement is the responsibility of the advertiser. Senior Connectorrecommends prudent consumer discretion.Senior Connector is a member of the Kamloops Chamber of CommerceSubmitted PhotoMaisie Hinchey gets in the Christmas spirit with Mayor TerryLake at the Senior Connector customer appreciation get togetherrecently at Desert Gardens.Candles – Lighting candles was an early pagan tradition todrive away forces of cold and darkness. The Romans decoratedtheir temples with greenery and candles. Early Christianslit candles to symbolise the birth of Jesus, the Light ofthe World. It is also associated with Hanukkah.Oasis CaféNow serving a full Breakfast & LunchMenu. Let us cater your next event!Catering is available for all occasions,in-houseJor at yourJvenue of choice.ChristmasDay BuffetDecember 25Traditional Turkey& Ham Dinnerwith all the trimmings& dessert buffetAdults $17.95Children (under 12) $9.95There will be one seatingat 4:00 pm.There is a maximumseating of 200. Your place must beconfirmed by December 20. Ticketsavailable at Desert Gardens frontdesk, please book your tickets early!JJJJJJOasis Café540 Seymour St. 372-5110You don’t have to be a member toenjoy a nutritious meal with us!Tues & Thurs NightBuffet Dinners5:30-6:30 • ONLY $8.95!Now includes coffee or tea!Salad • Main CourseVegetables • DessertTues Jan. 2 .............Chicken SchnitzelThurs Jan. 4 ............Pork RoastTues Jan. 9 .............Fish with TrimmmingsThurs Jan. 11 ..........Veal CutletsTues Jan. 16 ...........Liver & OnionsThurs Jan. 18 ..........Ham & Scalloped PotatoesTues Jan. 23 ...........Roast BeefThurs Jan. 25 ..........Beef Stew with TrimmmingsTues Jan. 30 ...........Fish with Trimmings372-5110 • 540 Seymour St, Kamloops, BCPBefore you criticize someone, you should walk a mile intheir shoes. That way, when you criticize them, you’re amile away and you have their shoes. ~ Submitted by Anne HeeseNew Year's DancePrime Rib Dinnerwith all the trimmingsCocktails 6:30 pmDinner 7:30 pmDancing 8:30 pm - 1:00 amParty favours and door prizes!Live music byThe EvergreenDriftersAdmission $35.00 • Reserved Table for 8-$240Includes one beverage ticket.Tickets available at Desert Gardens front desk.Daily Lunch BuffetDecember 5 - December 23Roast Turkey or HamIncludes dessert and tea or coffee$6.95Monthly DinnerRoast Turkey & Baked Ham,Mashed Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables, Salad & DesertDecember 20 • Cocktails 5:30 pm • Dinner 6:00 pmFree entertainment!$10.00Bring a friend!Members with Decemberbirthdays receive their meal freeRSVP By Friday Dec. 18 at the front deskdes24_buffetdes23_dec

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Page 6 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comJanuary 2007Fruitcakes have been around since Roman times. Theyhad raisins, pine nuts, pomegranate seed and barley mash.There are numerous different kinds now.Carols came from a Greek word for a dance accompaniedby flute music. By the 1600s, carols involved singingmainly of Christmas songs and hymns. Most carols werecomposed in the 1700s and 1800s.Home Care Specialistswith Heart• Personal Care• Home Makers• Companion• House Cleaners• RespiteIf you need a servicethat you don’t see — call:IN-HOME CARE851-0078We Aim To Fill All Your Needs!#314 — 141 Victoria Street, KamloopsFax: 851-0016inh02As many as two out of threeadults suffer low back painat some point in their life.The good news is lowback pain usually lasts only afew days or weeks. The badnews is it often returns.Here are some things youcan do to help prevent orreduce low back pain:Ways to help reduce low back painAction steps for healthier brainsThe brain is arguably the most important organ in our body,playing a role in every action and in every thought. Butwhat do we really know about maintaining a healthy brain?According to the Alzheimer Society of B.C., it is nevertoo soon – or too late – to improve your brain health andmake changes that might also help reduce your risk of developingAlzheimer’s disease.While currently there is nothing to indicate you can preventAlzheimer’s disease, a growing number of studies areshowing there are things you can do to help reduce your risk.“You can’t do anything about aging, and you can’t do anythingabout your genes, but practically everything else youcan do something about,” says Terri Maynard, Support andEducation Coordinator of the Alzheimer Society of B.C.Cariboo Manor❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖• Exercise regularly. Ask yourdoctor about aerobic exercise(such as walking or swimming)and exercises thathelp strengthen your back,stomach and legs.• If you must lift somethingheavy or do weight trainingexercises, get some advice onproper lifting techniques.Cariboo Manor is a supported living homefor ambulatory seniors offering:• comfortable, secure family atmosphere • weekly housekeeping services• private rooms with ensuite • nutritious, home-cooked meals• capable, caring housekeeper available 24 hours per dayOperated by the Cariboo Home Society, a non-profit charitable organizationFor information call 579-9350 or Janet at 579-5262Cariboo Manor 831 Serle Road, KamloopsWe have a room available November 1st, 2006car03• Keep an eye on yourweight. Excess pounds canput strain on your lowerback.• Stop smoking. Nicotinecan rob your body of nutritionand make your bonesbrittle. This can make youmore prone to injury.If your back pain is severeor doesn’t go away withproper care and exercise, itmay signal, or trigger, otherhealth problems.So if low back pain isgetting in the way of yourenjoyment of life, visit yourdoctor and talk about whatyou can do to put springback in you step.The Society, which is launching a nationwide campaign“Heads Up for Healthier Brains!” during Alzheimer AwarenessMonth in January, recommends the following actionspeople can take to help maintain or improve their brainhealth:• Challenge your brain – keep the brain active every day.For example: play games or maintain a hobby. Research hasfound that keeping the brain active seem to increase its vitalityand may build its reserves of brain cells and connections.• Be socially active – staying connected socially helps youstay connected mentally. The more engaged you are the better.This can include taking a class, staying active in thework force or becoming a volunteer.• Choose a healthy lifestyle – a healthy lifestyle is as importantto brain health as it is to the heart and the rest of thebody. Diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol and obesityare all risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease. It is important tomake healthy food choices, reduce stress, be active and avoidsmoking and excessive alcohol consumption.• Protect your head – brain injuries, including repeated concussions,can be linked to the development of Alzheimer’sdisease. Wear an approved helmet when participating insports, wear a seatbelt and protect against concussions.For more information on Alzheimer’s disease, reducingyour risk or the Alzheimer Society, contact Terri Maynard atthe Alzheimer Society Resource Centre at 377-8200 or 1-800-886-6946, or go to our website at www.alzheimerbc.org.Especially for Seniors:Free Deliveryin the downtown areaMon. to Fri.BakeryButterflake Rolls12s $2.28Bundt CakesSelect Varieties $4.79 567gDeliCreamy HavartiSelect Varieties $1.78 100gBeer Sausage.98¢100gCoke andPepsiCoke, Sprite, Ginger Aleand Select Flavours2 Litreor Flavours Plus DepositSelect Varieties2 Litre.98¢Meat DepartmentCook's Smoked Ham HalvesButt or shank $5.03/kg. . . . . . . . . . .$2.28/lbBurns Bacon500g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3.98Sun Rype Blue Label Apple Juice1L + deposit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5/$4.00Motts Clamato Juice1.89L select varieties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/$9.99W.F. or SeaHaul Smoked Oysters85g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2/$3.00Old Dutch Potato Chips235g Select Varieties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/$4.98Green Giant Vegetables341-398ml . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88¢Grade A TurkeysFrozen, Under 7kgLimit 1 with a min$25 purchase,excluding the priceof the Turkey, Lotto andTobacco purchasesVirginia Smoked HamsBoneless 2kg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $9.98Aquastar Shrimp RingsFrozen 2.27g . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/$9.99$1.18Christie SnackCrackers100-454g.98 ¢ Selected $ 7.98per LBlbVarietiesProduce DepartmentChinese Mandarin Oranges5 ib box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3.88Broccoli BunchesCalifornia Grown . . . . . . . . . .78¢/lbKraft Salad DressingsStove Top Stuffing475ml Select Variety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$2.98Nabob Traditional Coffee326g Select Varieties. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$3.98Philly Chip Dips227g Select Varieties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2/$4.00Kraft Specialty Cheese200g Select Varieties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$3.48Kraft Philadelphia Cream Cheese150-250g Select Varieties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2/$5.00$1.98Jumbo YamsU.S. Grown . . . . . . . . . . . . .58¢/lbBrussel SproutsCalifornia Grown #1 . . . . . . $1.48/lb112-120g Select Varieties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98¢Ocean Spray Cranberries398ml Select Varieties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2/$3.00Dairyland Whipping Cream500ml . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$2.18Imperial Margarine1.36kg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$2.98Breyers Classic Ice Cream2L Select Varieties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$4.48UptownFoods100% locally owned and operatedVisit us downtown on 5th Ave for all your grocery needsPhone (250) 851-8651 • Fax (250) 851-2086 • 120 5th Ave. (corner Lansdowne & 5th) Hours: Mon-Sat 8:30am to 7:30pm Sunday & Holidays 10am to 6pmOpen Sunday, Christmas Eve 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. 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January 2007 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 7Kamloops Adult Learners course updateSubmitted by Jennie F. StadnichukSeason’s greetings to all readers and KALSmembers. As everyone is busy with Christmaspreparations, we ask you to clip thisarticle now from the January 2007 issue.KALS is preparing for a terrific new yearas course selection and membership continuesto grow. We give a heartfelt thank youto all the hardworking volunteers.In addition to securing instructors forsome very interesting courses, KALS hasbeen developing a website with the help ofsome TRU students. The new site is www.kals.ca.Take a look at our new logo, the society’shistory, vision, mission statement, and constitutionas well as the great new WinterCourses listed below.Six courses are available as follows:• Basic Computing: 4 sessions, Jan. 23 - Feb.13 (1 - 3 p.m.) – $35. Group leader: DelTurner.Beyond Basic Computing: 4 sessions, Feb.0 - Mar. 13 (1 - 3 p.m.) – $35. Group leadr:Del Turner.Astronomy: 8 sessions, Feb. 8 - Mar. 29 (10.m. - 12 p.m.) – $35. Group leader: Rolandobb.Genealogy: 4 sessions, Jan. 18 - Feb. 8 (10.m. -12 p.m. – $25. Group leader: DianeLeJeune Manor NewsSubmitted by Arlene ShorskyOur last potluck beforeChristmas was held on Nov.24 in the LeJeune Manorlounge. We were honouredto have two guests, Trish,Sandra’s friend, and Wes,Maxine’s friend. Sandra wonthe 50-50-ticket draw.Our president, Larry H.wishes me to announce thata Boxing Day Dinner willbe held for all tenants at nocharge.McLeod *Prerequisite: A basic understandingof negotiating the World Wide Web isan absolute must.• Quebec History: 3 sessions, Jan. 22 - Feb.5 (1:30 - 3:30 p.m.) – $25. Group leader:Anne Gagnon.• ABCs of Fraud: 3 sessions, Jan. 1 - 31 (10a.m. - 12 p.m.) – $20.Session 1: “At the Door, in the Mail and onthe Phone” – Jan. 17.Session 2: “Identity Theft, Affinity Fraudsand Charity Scams”— Jan. 24.Session 3: “Money Matters for Seniors” –Jan 31. Group leader: Donna Sambolec.The following courses will be coming up inthe near future:• Photography and Getting the Most out ofYour Camera. Group leader – Dave Williams.• Digital Cameras – Mechanics and Options– one session in March(Dates, times & costs TBA for both ofthese two courses).If you are interested in any course, call ourinformation line at 571-5002 and leave yourname and phone number. You will be contactedas soon as details are finalized.Courses will be held at the Henry GrubeEducation Centre on the North Shore, justover the Overlanders Bridge.What is Christmas?It is tenderness for the past,courage for the present,hope for the future. It is afervent wish that every cupmay overflow with blessingsrich and eternal, andthat every path may lead topeace.~Anes M. PharoGive Your LovedOne a Lift This YearWishing YouComfort & Joy![ Lift andRecline Chair]Present this ad and receive 10% Off * all in-stock Lift Chairs*Not to be used in conjunction withother advertised discounts.Expires December 31/06451 Lansdowne Street, Kamloops (250) 571-1456 or 1-866-571-1456Aberdeen MallGift Certificates arealways the perfect gift!Available at GuestServices, located atthe lower MallentranceTake Exit# 368Shop until 9:00 PMMonday - Saturday& 6:00 pm Sundays!Guest Services 374-3400www.aberdeenmall.caaber04_xmas

Award Winning Gardens2003 Communities in Bloom Best Commercial PropertyS.A.F.E.R. Suites!Call Dwight Hoglund to put your name on ourS.A.F.E.R. program list or to establish your eligibility.Suites become available occasionally.Drop in and talk to Dwight Hoglund to get on our waiting list.Thinking of purchasing?Drop by and talk to Dwight for more information.730 Cottonwood Avenue, Kamloops, B.C.ADULT LIVING AT AFFORDABLE PRICES!“At the Heart of the North Shore”(250) 376-4777Fax: (250) 376-4792BUDGETWISE BOOKKEEPINGRAPID REFUND TAX SERVICE$5 $2 00 00OFFOFFThe cost of any TaxThe cost of any TaxReturn $60.00 and upWith coupon only • Not valid with anyother offer • Expires June 2007COT01_saferSeniorsdiscount15%Return under $60.00With coupon only • Not valid with anyother offer • Expires June 2007Page 8 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comJanuary 2007Submitted by Carol BeattyWhen you have an “I HateMy Job” day, try this...On your way home fromwork, stop at your pharmacyand go to the thermometersection and purchase a rectalthermometer made by Johnson& Johnson.Be very sure you get thisbrand. When you get home,lock your doors, draw thecurtains and disconnect thephone so you will not bedisturbed. Change into verycomfortable clothing and sitin your favourite chair, openthe package and remove thethermometer.Now, carefully place it onRUSSIAN TEA1/2 c. instant tea1 c. Tang1 pkg. pre-sweetenedlemonadeJobsOur team of experts...Budget prices!CATHY BURDENIUKPersonal Income Tax Specialistover 16 years experienceMIRIAM KEMPBusiness & Income Tax Specialist —over 28 years experienceLAURA FENTONBookkeepera table or a surface so thatit will not become chippedor broken. Now the fun partbegins. Take out the literatureand read it carefully.You will notice that in smallprint there is a statement,“Every Rectal Thermometermade by Johnson &Johnson is personally tested.”Now, close your eyes andrepeat out loud five times, “Iam so glad I do not work inthermometer quality controlat Johnson & Johnson.”Have a nice day andremember, there is alwayssomeone else with a job thatis more of a pain in the buttthan yours.1/2 c. sugar1/2 tsp. cloves1 tsp. cinnamonMix well and place enoughin cup of hot water to taste.VELMA DEANAdministrative Assistant#2 - 860 8th St.North Shore, Kamloops554-8188554-8188bud05_decLift Chairs from $995.00 & upWe Also Offer:Custom • Braces • Arch Supports • Orthopedic Footwear • Artificial LimbsSales • Wheelchairs • Scooters • Orthopedic SuppliesRentals • Wheelchairs • WalkersSubmitted By Lyle AndersonOur Friday Dances continuewith the Golden Serenadersplaying their great styleof music.Everyone enjoys thesedances and they encouragemore people to come, justlook at the calendar to confirmthe days and time eachmonth.Pie night was held Dec.12 and a lot of people hada good time enjoying pie,ice cream, and coffee or teawhile they listened to thegreat music and singing ofCarl McLaughlin. All ofthat for only $3 too!Tai Chi exercise (breathing)continues to be a success.We thank Jan for herdedication.Our Crafts Galore saleshave been steady and wealways have a good stockto choose from, so be sureto stop by and look for thatspecial gift you need for thatspecial someone! We willhave regular craft/gift itemson sale on a continuing basis,so be sure to visit often.Do you need fresh ideasand techniques for your picturealbums? If so, then onJan. 10 and 22 , at 6 p.m., wehave a new program startingcalled Creative MemoriesWorkshop. The programconsultants will help youcreate photo albums that willTelephone: (250) 374-5462 • Fax: (250) 374-2379 • Toll Free: 1-800-413-2552 • www.rowmac.ca455 Seymour Street Kamloops, BC V2C 2G7Submitted PhotoOn Sunday, Oct. 15, Pat Embleton, president of Unit 290Army, Navy & Airforce Veterans in Canada, presented secondyear TRU student Nicole Stewart with a $1000 bursary tohelp further her education.North ShoreCommunity Centre Newsshow Your Life, Your Story,Your Way.A new program calledThe Tappers begins Monday,Jan. 3 from 9:30 to 10:30a.m. and every Monday afterthat. A new bridge playerscard group for Tuesdays isstarting in January; the dateis to be confirmed.Jan. 13, we begin ournew year of flea markets, soplease phone the front deskat 376-4777 to book yourtables. Our next pie night ison Jan. 16 at 6 p.m. servingtime, and there will be liveentertainment.Our centre is very busywith all our activities and somany private functions, andwe are so pleased to meet somany new people. We lookforward to a very busy andeventful year in 2007.Upcoming events towatch for are: our springtimeAntique & Collectibles Saleon March 3 and 4.If you wish to participate,please get your applicationform from our front desk.All our regular programswill begin the second weekin January 2007, so watchthe calendar for details, oryou can always call our frontdesk at 376-4777 for information.We sincerely wish a veryhappy Christmas holiday toeveryone.row05_oct

January 2007 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 9How’s yourhearing?Ask anaudiologist.Sahali ProfessionalHearing Services374-5767#10B-1315 Summit Dr. • Tudor VillageFortune Centre Hearing Clinic554-3706#8A-750 FortuneFortune Shopping CentreMerritt Hearing Clinic • 315-9688SundayCarolyn Palaga, MSc, Aud(C)Easy accessibility andparking at both locationsAuthorized by:WCBFirst Canadian HealthDept. Veterans AffairsRegistered underthe Hearing Aid Act (B.C.)North Shore CommunityCentreJanuary CalendarGet your 2007North ShoreCommunity CentreMembershipsNowSenior Connector©foh06_marWills ON WheelsBRUCE SWANSONLawyerIs your Will upto date?Call 374-3737Wills, Probate and Powers of Attorney,Living Wills and RepresentationAgreements.GIBRALTAR LAW GROUP102-418 St. Paul St., Kamloops V2C 2J6swa06_febGet your 2007 Membership!Members get a free birthday dinner!$16 includes GSTAvailable at front desk.North Shore Seniors’Drop-in CentreDwight Hoglund, Manager: 376-47779 am to 4 pm Mon.-Fri. Fax: 376-4792Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayHappy NewYear1Out of Eden 10:00 am 2Old Time Barber 9Healing Touch 1:30500 Club 7 pmOut of Eden 10:00 am 3Tap-dancing 9:30Rotary NorthLunch Mtg. 12pmCarpet Bowling 1pmWgt Watchers 5pmDupl Bridge 7pmCrib 1pmAradia Fitness 6:00Bridge 7 pmKamloops SocialDancers 7pm4DuplicateBridge 7pm5WeightWatchers 8am6The perfect spot 7for weddings,parties, seminars,and special eventsCall Dwight376-4777 fora quoteTraditional RomanCatholic Mass 3pmEveryone WelcomeNDP AGM 2PMSeniors’ Dinner5 pm • $10 • seniorsEveryone WelcomeEntertainment:Paddy Harrington21Get your 2007North ShoreCommunity CentreMembershipsNowTap-dancing 9:30 8Beginners Artclass 9:15Inter. Art 1:00Carpet Bowling 1pmAradia Fitness 6:0014 Beginners Artclass 9:15Inter. Art 1:00Carpet Bowling2:00pm15Rotary North Exec.Mtg. 5:00 pmAradia Fitness 6:00Beginners Art 22class 9:15Inter. Art 1:00 CarpetBowling 1pmScrapbooking 6pmAradia Fitness 6:0028 29Beginners ArtTraditional Roman class 9:15Catholic Mass 3pm Inter. Art 1:00 CarpetEveryone Welcome Bowling 1pmAradia Fitness 6:00Out of Eden 10:00 am 9Old Time Barber 9Tai Chi Breath 1pmScrabble & Canasta 1Healing Touch 1:30500 Club 7 pmOut of Eden 10:00 am 16Old Time Barber 9Tai Chi Breath 1pmScrabble & Canasta 1Healing Touch 1:30Teachers mtg. 6500 Club 7 pmPie Night 6-8 liveentertainment23Old Time Barber 9Tai Chi Breath 1pmScrabble & Canasta 1Healing Touch 1:30500 Club 7 pm30Old Time Barber 9Tai Chi Breath 1pmScrabble & Canasta 1Healing Touch 1:30Seniors Dinner 5500 Club 7 pmTap-dancing 9:3010Rotary NorthLunch Mtg. 12pmCarpet Bowling 1pmCotton PickersQuilters 1pmWgt Watchers 5pmDupl Bridge 7pmOut of Eden 10:00 am 17Old Time Barber 9Tap-dancing 9:30Rotary NorthLunch Mtg. 12pmCarpet Bowling 1pmWgt Watchers 5pmDupl Bridge 7pmCrib 1pm 11Line Dancing1:30pmAradia Fitness 6:00Bridge 7 pmKamloops SocialDancers 7pm18Crib 1pmLine Dancing 1:30pmAradia Fitness 6:00Bridge 7 pmKamloops SocialDancers 7pmTai Chi Breathing 10:30Sing-along 10:30Healing Touch 5:00pmScrapbooking 6pmDuplicate Bridge 7pmSeniors DanceGolden Serenaders1:30-4pmEveryone welcome!Tai ChiBreathing 10:30Sing-along 10:30BCGREA LuncheonDuplicateBridge 7pm24Tap-dancing 9:3025 Tai Chi Breathing 10:30Sing-along 10:30Rotary North 12pm Crib 1pmRetired Teachers 11:30Lunch Mtg. Line Dancing 1:30pm Healing Touch 5:00pmScrapbooking 6pmCarpet Bowling 1pm Bridge 7 pmDuplicate Bridge 7pmQuilters 1pm Kamloops SocialSeniors DanceWgt Watchers 5pm Dancers 7pmGolden Serenaders1:30-4pmDupl Bridge 7pmEveryone welcome!31Rotary North 12pmLunch Mtg.Carpet Bowling 1pmQuilters 1pmWgt Watchers 5pmDupl Bridge 7pmWeightWatchers 8amWeightWatchers 8amFleaMarket!Northshore Comm.CentreCome out and supportus! 8am-12noonWeightWatchers 8amFirst Annual Spring North Shore CommunityCentre Antique & Collectible SaleMarch 3rd-4th 2007 Show timesSaturday 9am-5pm Sunday 9am-3pm730 Cottonwood Ave Kamloops BCph: 250-376-4777121926132027

Page 10 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comJanuary 2007There is growing evidencehat no matter what yourge, brain health is moremportant than ever before.That’s the theme forhe national campaignor Alzheimer Awarenessonth titled, Heads Up forealthier Brains.“The Alzheimer Societyf B.C. will be promotingways to reduce the risk ofeveloping Alzheimer’s disase,and ways to take actionor a healthier brain,” saidTerri Maynard, support andducation co-ordinator forhe Alzheimer Society of.C.As part of AlzheimerAwareness Month, and toelp promote Heads Upor Healthier Brains, theAlzheimer Society of B.C.nvites you to participate inhe “Walk for Memories.”870 Westminster AvenueKamloops, B.C. 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Discover how 30 minutes is all it takesto get a total body workout with our total support.sho04_suitesFREEINITIALCONSULTATIONWeekend, Home and HospitalAppointments AvailableTelephone: 372-8811There’s no time to lose inthe fight against Alzheimer’sdisease, so sign up today toparticipate in the AlzheimerSociety of B.C.’s annualInvestors Group Walk forMemories and collect pledgesto help those in our communitywho are affected bydementia.The walk will be held onSunday, Jan. 28, at the InteriorSavings Centre in Kamloops.The walk is a noncompetitiveevent for peopleof all ages.Participants collectpledges for the chance towin great incentive prizes,including a chance to win agrand prize.“This is the fourth yearfor the walk in Kamloops,and this year the walk isbeing held in memory ofBeth Desjardine and in honourof the Desjardine family,”explained volunteer eventorganiser Marg Rodgers.“The enthusiasm theevent has generated hasreally helped us make a difference!”An estimated 61,000British Columbians haveAlzheimer’s disease or arelated dementia, a diseasethat also has a huge impacton family and friends.Approximately 14,000new cases are diagnosedeach year in B.C.The Alzheimer Societyof B.C. provides a variety ofinformation, programs andservices to support peoplewith Alzheimer’s or a relateddementia, caregivers, andfamilies.The Alzheimer Society ofB.C. ensures people whoselives are affected by dementiaare connected to a communityof information, servicesand support. Fundsalso go towards research tosearch for the causes andthe cure.Register for the Walk forMemories today!For more informationon Alzheimer’s disease, theAlzheimer Society, or toregister for the Walk forMemories, contact the local*Offer based on first visit enrollment, minimum 12 mo. c.d. program. New members only. Not valid with any other offer.Valid only at participating locations. ©2006 Curves Internationaljcw01Alzheimer Society of B.C.Resource Centre at 377-8200 or 1-800-886-6946, orvisit www. alzheimerbc.orgor www.walkformemories.Walk for Memories 2007,KamloopsIn memory of Beth Desjardine,and in honour of theDesjardine family.Sweethearts since theywere 16, Joe and Beth metwhen they were pinsetters ata local bowling alley on VictoriaStreet in Kamloops.Married on Feb. 2, 1949,they celebrated 57 years ofmarriage in 2006. Theyraised four children, twosons and two daughters.They also have eightgrandchildren, and threegreat-grandchildren.Joe worked as a brakemanfor CN Rail, until helost his sight. Then he starteda poultry farm in Westsyde,where he raised hensfor local egg farms.During this time, Joe alsohelped start the WestsydeVolunteer Fire Department,and was made an honorarymember.After seven years, Joemoved the family intodowntown Kamloops. Therehe ran the CNIB Kiosk inthe Liquor Store on SeymourStreet for 22 years.Beth enjoyed raising herfamily, and worked 20 yearsfor Woodwards, until sheretired in 1988.Together Beth and Joeenjoyed baseball and longwalks. Beth was a big fan ofbaseball.When they were young,she watched Joe play on ateam at Riverside Park whileshe helped pass the collectionplate to raise donationsthat kept the team going.Beth was also a hugeToronto Blue Jays fan.Are you or a member of your family, livingwith a chronic health condition?This can be any health condition that goeson for a long time and has affected your dayto-daylife, such as diabetes, heart disease,osteoporosis, chronic depression or manyother conditions. Thompson Rivers UniversitySchool of Nursing needs your help.As part of TRU’s nursing program, firstyear students visit families with chronichealth conditions.Please consider volunteering your timeto help TRU’s nursing students education.You will be asked to participate in three visits(about one hour in length) with a nursingstudent.The purpose of these visits is to learnabout health challenges from the familiesperspective. This perspective enables nursing“Supper would be late ifthere was a Blue Jays gameon,” laughed Joe.They were fortunateto have the opportunityto attend a Toronto BlueJays home game in 1992.In 1998. Beth and Joe alsotravelled by train (somethingelse Beth loved to do), toNew York to visit family.There they took in a baseballgame at the famous YankeeStadium.Beth also loved towalk. She could walk greatdistances, and very fast.Together, Beth and Joeenjoyed many walks and aparticularly lovely adventurealong the Oregon coast.However, Beth’s enthusiasmfor walking also becamea concern after she was diagnosedwith Alzheimer diseaseat age 70.For six years, Joe caredfor Beth at home, with thehelp of family and friends.Joe described Beth asalways being a very healthyperson, and he said she nevertook pills, until her diagnosisof Alzheimer’s disease.Then she was prescribedmedication for Alzheimer’s,but she did not want to takeit. Joe said she would havetrouble remembering whohe was.“The most difficult waswhen Beth would forgetwho I was. I would try andconvince her I was her husbandJoe, but she would say,‘You may be Joe, but you’renot my husband. ‘ She wouldeventually remember when Itold her things only I wouldknow as her husband,”explained Joe. “After Bethwas admitted to PonderosaLodge, the nurses made sureshe took her medication andthen she always rememberedwho I was.”Beth could also rememberher phone number, butnot her address. Joe saidBeth’s walking became wanderingaway, and that washard on the family becauseshe was such a quick walkerand could go a long distance.“Luckily they were alwaysgood people who would helpand bring her home,” Joesaid.Joe contacted theAlzheimer Society of B.C.after Beth was admitted toPonderosa Lodge.In the Caregiver SupportGroup he found people whoshared similar experiences.However, Joe recommendsthat people contactthe Alzheimer Societyand attend a support groupsooner.Joe participated in theWalk for Memories in 2005and 2006, along with Beth’syounger brother Jim Freathy.Jim was a very special personto Beth, because withher being 12 years older,she helped take care of himwhen he was a baby.“Once at a family dinnerat our son’s, while wewere eating ice cream, Jimstopped by for a visit. Bethloved ice-ream, but shedidn’t finish it because shewould rather be with herbrother than finish her icecream,”Joe fondly recalled.The love Joe has for Bethis obvious in how he speaksabout her and their lifetogether.Sadly, Beth passed awayin July 2006, after eightyears with Alzheimer’s disease.On Jan. 28, Joe and Jimwill Walk for Memories inmemory of Beth Desjardineand in honour of their familywho lovingly supportedBeth and Joe during theirjourney with Alzheimer’sdisease.Wanted: Families with chronic health problemsstudents to become more caring nurses whenworking with families throughout their nursingcareer.As a benefit for the families, they areoften able to identify or reaffirm theirstrengths and resources used in coping withtheir health circumstances.If you or someone you know meets thecriteria and is interested in participating inthis assignment, please contact Mona Taylorat mtaylor@tru.ca or phone 828-5478.Holly – Early Christians of NorthernEurope decorated their homes andchurches with this easily grown evergreencalled “Holy Tree,” later “Holly,” becausethe pointed green leaves reminded themof the crown of thorns and the red berriesof the drops of blood at Jesus’ crucifixion.

January 2007 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 11Winners of the Worst Opening Line in a Novel contest announcedSubmitted by The Shuswap Association of WritersGail Anderson-Dargatz (Salmon Arm’s celebrity author) andLes Ellenor (retired Salmon Arm English professor and stupendousstoryteller) took up the challenge.It was a tough job, but somebody had to do it. Think ofthe hours of giggling and belly laughs they endured readingevery last entry for the “Worst Opening Line of a Novel”contest.Bad sentences found their way to Salmon Arm fromsouth-of-the-border states like California, Oregon andWashington; and from B.C. poetry paradises like Fort Nelonand Williams Lake to the north, Gabriola Island, Vicoriaand West Vancouver on the Coast, and throughout thekanagan Valley.“It’s ironic that writing a bad opening sentence is morehallenging than writing a good one,” says Penticton SecndarySchool teacher Andrea DeVito, who encouraged herrade 11 and 12 English students to enter the contest.Meanwhile, contest organizers rustled up a separate catgoryto honour the budding novelists’ entries.The winners were announced Saturday, Oct. 21 at therestige Harbourfront Resort, following the Shuswap Assoiationof Writers’ (SAW) day of mesmerizing readings byeanna Kawatski and Michael Blackstock.The winners are as follows:First:: Marg Shand (Salmon Arm)Belinda’s long lacquered “ruptured spleen red” fingernails slidown the shovel’s polished handle as she eyed the nervous strangernd cooed, “Is that a poached salmon you have down your longjohnsor are you just glad to see me?”Marg won an all-day pass to the May 26, 2007 ShuswapLake International Writers’ Festival, and a one-year membershipin SAW.Second: Kati Irons (Tacoma, WA)“I know you just got home from the salmon packing factory,Zebediah,” remarked Pearline, “but what are you doing outside inyour long-johns with Marcel’s shovel, and where is Marcel?”Kati won an autographed copy of Salmon Run: A Florileiumof Aboriginal Ecological Poetry by Michael D. Blacktock,and a one-year membership in SAW.By Arlene ShorskyWhat is a Knight? He isman committed to actngon his faith and helpngthe world, a man whosetrong dedication to servinghe Church is rooted in hisrder’s humble beginnings.Time and time again,nights have proven thathrough unity our individualfforts to improve our comunitiesare magnified.As men of faith, Knightsre committed to making aifference by helping othrs,including the poor andhysically challenged.Local Knights of Columusactivities involve donaionsto RIH, St. Ann’s andur Lady of Perpetual Helparishes, Hospice, Caribooanor, St. Ann’s and OLPHchools, Pro Life Society,NIB, Boys and Girls Club,anadian Paraplegic, KamoopsFood Bank, NorKamry Grad and St. Vincente Paul.The Knights are also affilatedwith Christmas Amalamated.Le Jeune Manors operated by the KnightsThird: Lois Higgins (Salmon Arm)Agnes, who preferred to be called Celine, carefully wrapped thesalmon in her brother’s red woolen long johns and reached for hershovel as she fondly recalled the wild night of passion under thegibbous harvest moon on the banks of the roaring Adams River,when she and black-eyed Sebastian chose the beautiful dead fishas a memento of their undying love; alas now both salmon andlove are rotting and Celine, a.k.a. Agnes, will bury them deeplyin her rose garden and in her sorrowing heart.Lois won an autographed copy of Clara and Me: TheStory of an Unexpected Friendship by Deana Kawatski, anda one-year membership in SAW.Honourable Mention: Maureen Egan (Salmon Arm)Her classmates at St. Mary’s School for Incorrigible Youthtaunted her with jeers of “Salmon, Salmon-Ella, never kissed afella,” whereupon Ella-May Longjohns, a big girl for her age (111/2), bit her lip, hard, until it hurt more than the teasing hadhurt her feelings; and with a sudden inspired ferocity, she lumbereddeterminedly across the schoolyard and over to the groundskeeper’sworkshed, where, propped against the side of the ramshacklehut was a particular piece of equipment that Ella thoughtmight inflict similar pain upon her tormentors when strickenacross their bony shins - the rusted iron shovel with the gnarledoaken handle that was used only to dig the weekly grave.Penticton Secondary’s English 11 and 12 student winnersare:First: Alan K.[A] while ago, in October, I saw a very big guy with purplelongjohns doing what looked like fishing with a shovel but hemissed the salmon and hit his knees that were beneath his longjohnsand he fell into the water then the salmon attacked him andI haven’t seen him since.Second: Holly EksalOnce upon a time all the salmon lived together in a world in ariver together until a man came wearing golden longjohns bearinga shovel and dug up the whole river so there was no waterand all the salmon cooked in the sun and became smoked salmonand that’s how smoked salmon was invented and then he atethem and got fat; this is why obesity is bad and smoked salmon isthe cause.Knights of Columbus in Kamloopsof Columbus, where one ofthe Knights, John W. is themaintenance man.Donating financially isnot the only part of bettermentof society. The Knightscontribute more than 55million hours of volunteerservice, such as Blue Massesto honour and pray foremergency rescue personnel,blood drives to assist thosein need, clothing and foodcollections to help the lessfortunate, providing rides toshut-ins and by volunteeringat area soup kitchens.Members of the Knightsof Columbus give their timeto Special Olympics by volunteeringin a wide varietyof roles.Today, the Knights ofColumbus is the largestCatholic service organizationin the world.But they are not complacentor unconcerned, infact they are tireless in theirsearch for the next generationof Knights. These aremen of character and convictionwho are driven bytheir faith and conscience toselflessly serve their families,Church and communities.May God bless all of youKnights and your families.Third: Jordan SullevanOnce upon a time, in a ugly and big galaxy that was a superduper long ways away there was a hippo that wanted to eatsome salmon on a longjohn from the Tim Horton’s fresh bakerywhich made him grab his extra long snow shovel and embark onhis quest which brought him to Quizno’s to get directions to TimHorton’s which helped him get to Tim Hortons, but when he gotthere, the lady at the counter said, “We no sell you longjohn causewe out of them,” so he drove across North America which broughthim to...Each student will receive a certificate suitable for framingthat proclaims his or her prowess with the English language.Watch the Shuswap Association of Writers’ website (www.saow.ca) for further contests, readings, festivals and fun.STONE & COMPANYCertified General AccountantsWishing everyone aMerry Christmasand a Happy New Year.j443 Tranquille Road, Kamloops 250-554-2533Brookfield Centre, Clearwater 250-674-2532From beautiful surroundings, to recreation facilities, to exceptional dining - going out of our way toexceed expectations is the goal at Berwick on the Park retirement residence.ber21_janKamloops • British ColumbiaOur Promise to youTo exceed expectations at every turn#60 Whiteshield Crescent South, Kamloops, BC V2E 2S9(250) 377-7275Your Premier Retirement Residencewww.berwickrc.com • Email: bop.marketing@berwickrc.comWinter HoursNow in EffectLunchandDinnerSpecialsDailyKamloops • 554-3211jsls06_decMCG07_NOVR

Page 12 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comJanuary 2007Hearsay from HelenInsurance BrokersSubmitted by Helen WilsonWhat a lovely treat it waso attend the Senior Conector’sevening of appreiation.Sharon F. was kindnough to attend with mewhich meant travelling bywheelchair taxi which wasooked in advance. A bookould be written about ourxperience with cabs – suficeto say we were very laterriving and had a hair-raisngtrip home. But we didet to hear the Hub Cityingers, availed ourselvesf a tasty luncheon and hadn opportunity to chat withfew interesting people.Thank you so much Lori,ike and staff.Now because the Conectorcomes out so earlyhis month I am hopinghat those of you who saveyour coins for us all yearwill not forget that they areue near the end of Janury– maybe write that onyour new calendar! VarietyTelethon is always heldaround Valentine’s Day, sowe do have some time. It islways exciting to see howwe do and my two helpersco-ordinators) Kay Whitean,374-1094 and Shirleyorne 374-2825, are also onhe job so you can alwaysive them a call. My numberis 372-8743 for drop offor pick-up.As a footnote to my lastcolumn where I shared withyou the passing of my 18-year-old granddaughter,at an ecstasy party, whenthe autopsy report camein it showed that Randihad nothing in her systemexcept ecstasy; no alcohol,no other drugs.Her body functionshad shut down, her lungsfilled with water and shedrowned. Had her friendsbeen familiar with this drugthey would have taken herto the hospital and shewould not have died. Howdespicable is it that thesekids are sold these drugsand have no knowledge ofhow dangerous they are, noone warning them of thesigns to watch for? Too latefor my precious girl butmaybe not for yours. Pleasetalk to your young people.Enough of my sad storyeveryone please enjoy theholiday season with yourloved ones, love one anotherand be sure to have somelaughter, it is wonderfulmedicine. Sharon and I hada really good fit of laughterbefore we got home fromour lovely evening of appreciation.Events and activitiesVolunteer wantedMarion Schilling elementaryschool is needs Englishand French speaking volunteersto work with studentsneeding extra help withtheir reading. Call Michelleat 374-8483.Dec. 22 – Dec. 23Spirit of ChristmasKamloops Heritage Railway250-374-2141.Submitted by Kay MillerOur floor curlers have been enjoying abusy season in our bright, comfortablesurroundings with the general meeting,which was held in October.On Nov. 23, we held our club bonspielwith six rinks. We also enjoyed aBy Mike KeetchAt age 78, Edward (Bert)Edgeworth, has beeninvolved with the scoutingmovement in Kamloopsfor over 45 years. Startingin the early 1960s, Bert gotinvolved with the groupcommittee and soon afterbecame a scout leader forthe 1 st Kamloops Scouts. Hecontinued in that positionor as an assistant leader forthe next 20 years.Over time Bert and hiswife Terry raised five sons,Ronald, Gordon, Brian,Michael and Darrell. Asyou might expect, all theboys took part in the scoutingprogram. Today, Mikeand grandson Danny arescouting leaders. To carryDec. 29Blazers gameBlazers VS Moose Jawat Interior Savings CentreTime: 7 p.m.Phone: 250-828-3339 fortickets and information.Dec. 30Acoustic Coffee HouseHeffley Creek CommunityHall. For information, call250-578-0078.great potluck lunch.Winners of the bonspiel were:First – Kay Hankewich, Bill Gray andLarry BakkenSecond – Al Kline, Ann Gerrie, LizRushienski and Kay MillerThird – Helga Bulley, Joan Loehr, Arton with what has become afamily tradition, daughtersin-lawBrenda and Nikki areguide leaders.Over the years Bert hasserved in many capacitieswithin the scouting movementincluding vice-chairmanof the group committee,serving on the districtcommittee and serving asa training leader for otherScout leaders. Bert is currentlythe historian for the1 st Kamloops Scouts. He isalso a member of the CanadianFellowship of BadenPowell Guild.Recognition for hisefforts to the scouts resultedin Bert being awarded the“Silver Acorn.” Notificationof the award came inPhoto By Mike KeetchWarrant Officer Second Class Julie-Anne Ratcliffe (L) and Commanding Officer CaptainMike Keetch (R) present Sally Whitson from Christmas Amalgamated with a cheque for$1,000. The money was raised by the Air Cadets of 204 Black Maria Squadron at severalbottle drives held in the community.Kamloops Senior Floor CurlingBert Edgeworth December’s Hidden HeroJones and Ruby Bodlak.The group is looking forward to ourChristmas party on Dec. 19 with a funcurl and Christmas luncheon.New members are cordially welcomed.Information can be obtained bycalling 376-0917 or 372-7532.Photo By Mike Keetchthe form of a letter fromGovernor-General AdrianneClarkson. Although thegovernor-general was unableto attend the presentation,Bert’s whole family (in theirscout and guide uniforms)made the trip to Vancouverfor the award ceremony.Bert was also honouredwhen he was asked to presentgranddaughters Jamie,Kara and Megan with theirCanada Cords, the topaward for guides.Bert’s job as historian forthe 1 st Kamloops Scouts is asomewhat daunting task asthey have been in existencein Kamloops since 1911.Bert says he started inscouting because he likedcamping and challenge ofgetting out in the bush. Hislove continues today andhe says he likes “touchingelbows with people inall walks of life – all on thesame level.”Our thanks go out toBert, for all his good workover the years with theyouth of our community.Thanks also to MaryMartens for nominatingBert Edgeworth as our HiddenHero for January.★★★Give The Gift Of Good TasteStorms Gift Certificates★★For every $50 receive aFREE Appy Voucher$100 or more & receive aFREE Dinner VoucherNow Booking Christmas Parties!Storms will be closed Dec. 24, 25,& 261502 River Street • 372-1522Open 7 days a week from 4:30Proud to Sponsor Hidden Heroes★★★ ★sto03_decHidden Heroes Enter To WinDo you know someone who’s really made adifference in your community? Nominate avolunteer in your community to be featured as amonthly “Hidden Hero.”Featured Hero will be showcased in Senior Connector and willreceive a gift certificate for $50 for Storms Restaurant. Theperson who nominates the featured Hero will receive a $25Storms Restaurant gift certificate.All submissions must be received at the Senior Connector by the 20 th of each month. Submissions can be sentby mail to Box 729, Kamloops, BC, V2C 5M4, by fax to 374-8802 or by e-mail to editor@seniorconnector.comSubmissions must include the name, address and contact number of both the proposed Hero and theperson submitting their name, and must include, in 50 words or less, why the person deserves to be ourHidden Hero of the month.All submissions should be marked “Hidden Hero Feature.”Those chosen to be featured must agree to have their photo and story published in the Senior Connector.The final decision on the hero for each month will be at the sole discretion of the managing editor of theSenior Connector and all decisions are final. Winners will be interviewed by Senior Connector staff.All entries become the property of the Senior Connector and those not selected will be kept and considered forfuture editions.

January 2007 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 13Legal Ease - Words of confusionby Blair NixonThere are some words that, when used in aegal document, seem only to cause unceraintyand provoke litigation. Typically, thiss because these words are capable of morehan one meaning.Perhaps there is no better example of thishan the word “issue” when used in a will.enerally, issue is construed to be all linaldescendants of whatever degree. Howver,issue may also be interpreted in a moreestricted sense, to refer only to children. Itll depends upon the context in which theword is used in a will.A useful illustration of the difficultieshe word can cause when used in a will ishe May 2001 Supreme Court of Britisholumbia decision of Justice Edwards in thestate of Florence Edith Acreman.The late Mrs. Acreman died when shewas 82. In her will, she made a bequest toer sister, Gladys, or if Gladys was not thenlive, “then equally among her then survivingssue.” Gladys predeceased Mrs. Acreman.The Court was then asked as to whateaning should be attributed to the wordissue” in the clause, which would govern theistribution of some $54,000.Submitted by Kathy ArchibaldIt’s a party. On Dec. 23 at2 p.m., Parkside Estate willhold a wine and cheese partyfor the residents, their families,the staff and volunteers.Joan Adderson will entertainwith Christmas carolsfor a sing-a-long and BobIf the word was interpreted accordingto its usual meaning, the $54,000 wouldbe divided amongst all of Gladys’ children,grandchildren and one great-grandchild,being 28 beneficiaries in total.On the other hand, if the word was construedaccording to its secondary, morerestricted meaning, this bequest would bedivided only amongst the four children ofGladys that survived her.After carefully reviewing the will, theCourt concluded the word “issue” was to begiven its usual, wider meaning.One important reason for making thisdetermination was that in other sections ofthe will, the word children was specificallyreferred to giving rise to the inference thatissue and children were not intended to beused interchangeably in the will.As such, at the end of the day, all of the28 lineal descendants of Gladys received anequal share in the bequest.Of course, the Court proceeding andresulting extra legal costs could simply havebeen avoided by using some clear word orterm other than “issue.”You can reach the lawyers at Nixon & Companyin Kamloops at 372-3233.Parkside Estate newsDeCamillis will play sometangos on the accordion.To prepare for Christmas,the “Kids who Care”came to Parkside to workwith the residents makingpopcorn garlands, paperchains and lanterns for thetree.Christmas triviaNativity scene – St. Francis of Assisi is responsible forpopularizing the nativity scene, but it most probably existedearlier.In 1223 or 1224, St. Francis wanted to add hope andjoy of God’s love to his message by constructing a lifesizemanger scene with live animals, with the gospel sungaround the scene. It proved very popular, and remains apopular Christmas tradition today.We all had hot chocolateand cookies.The Sorrento ScottishDancers entertained us onSaturday, Dec. 16.These children’s performancesare always popularwith our residents at Parkside.Savona and Area Seniors news(also known as Savona OAPO Br.#129)The Savona Seniors OAPO regular meetingwas held Dec. 12 following a deliciouspotluck supper with a good turnout of 32members.On Dec. 16 we had our Christmas dinnerand dance, and everyone enjoyed afine meal catered by Phil Galigan andColleen Lang.Santa arrived after supper and a giftexchange was held. This was followed bydancing to the old time music of Bob,Sandy, Gary and Bob a good time wasenjoyed by all.The annual general meeting and potluckwill be held on Tuesday, Jan.9, withthe dinner at 6 p.m. and meeting at 7 p.m.All members please attend and vote as itis also the election of new officers for 2007.For information on our organizationand memberships, call Jennifer Coburn at373-0081.Seasonal Decorating Solved! Gift Giving Solved!Nancy and her professional design staff will help youmake your home warm and festive with freshflowers, wreaths, and centerpieces. They canalso wire flowers anywhere in the world.249 Seymour St.Order online: www.kamloopsflorists.comPhone: 828-6211 Toll Free: 1-800-663-9825Order early to ensure your home is filled with greenery and flowers this holiday season“TRADITIONAL VALUES IN THEGLOBAL COMMUNITY”Taking action to solve your problems will ease a lot ofanxiety and strain. We’d like to help you by providingexperienced, trustworthy advice about your situation.Blair Nixon,MeghanNeathway,HardeepChahal.• Free Initial Consultation• Home & Hospital Visits• Evening & WeekendAppointmentsRead our monthly “Legal Ease” column in the Senior Connector.*Denotes Law CorporationNixon & Company*LAWYERS• Personal Injury & ICBC• Claims• Real Estate & Mortgages• Wills & Estates& Estate Litigation• Corporate Law• Civil LitigationCall Now for a Complimentary ConsultationNo Recovery • No Fee for Personal Injury ClaimsKamloops Office372-32331-877-372-3233460 Victoria StreetKamloops, BC V2C 2A7www.nixonlawyers.comMerritt Office378-4966#102-2840 Voght StreetMerritt, BCnix04_dec

Page 14 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comJanuary 2007By Mike KeetchDo you have some hardto buy for people on yourChristmas Gift list?Of course you do! JeanDahl, the Gift Shop Convenerat Royal Inland Hosital’sGift Shop, has thenswer.The gift shop is locatedn the main lobby of theospital and is loaded withRIH Gift Shop has the Perfect Gifts for that Special Someonegift items to please. Thegift shop is one of only fourauthorized dealers in townof TY Beanie Babies, Buddies,TY Classic and theChristmas Jingle collectionof stuffed animals. In additionto these wonderful cuddlycreations, the store offerscopper embossed jewelleryand trinket boxes, magneticjewellery, glass paperweights,Assisted LivingRoom and Board for Seniors❈ Healthy home cooked meals❈ Private room and private bath❈ 24 Hour caretaker ❈ Reasonable rates❈ May qualify for SAFER❈ Decades of experience❈ Respite available❈ Home away from homeFor more information call Elsie at554-5459 or email elsicht@telus.netKipp-MalleryHome Health Care#240 3rd Avenue Kamloops372-0842Santa’s Ready....And so are we!With so many good peoplein one town he will be makingan extra-long stop here.Merry Christmas qDecember Special 10% off all instore walkersBy Mike KeetchIn September 2006, thecommunity joined the KamloopsNicola Cariboo UnitedWay to launch the 2006fundraising campaign at theColumbo Hall.During the breakfast meeting,the United Way told theaudience that this year theywere hoping to better lastyear’s total of $1.2 million,but were not going to seta firm number. The largestturnout ever for the launchwas urged to go out into thecommunity and their workplacesand give it their besteffort.On Dec. 7, at the CanadianInn, those efforts provedto be enough to allow theUnited Way to better theirVisit the RIH Gift Shop for someunique gift ideas!thi03_julykip12_xmasornaments and unique birthdaycalendars.The gift shop also hasmany items of a more personalnature. How aboutdiabetic socks for men andwomen? They come in threecolours. Also for the diabetic,chocolate bars and mealplanning guide books.New baby in the family?Sweater sets, sleepers andsleep sacks for prematurebabies.There is also a largeselection of beautiful handcrafted items available. The“Hand Crafted CreationsGroup” made these items.Come in and have a lookaround!The Gift Shop has everythingfrom back scratchersto gum drops, as well asfresh flowers, for patientsprevious target by about$150,000.After all the cheque presentationswere made, thegrand total for the 2006campaign was announced.With much emotion, it wasannounced that they hadraised $1,348,011.03!As usual, Highland ValleyCopper made the largestdonation at $358,420. Thecommitment from HighlandValley is ongoing, asand their visitors to choosefrom.The Afternoon Auxiliaryto RIH operates theGift Shop with the help ofmore than 40 dedicated volunteers.These volunteersinclude those that staff thegift shop, knitters and thequilting group.All funds raised in thestore and at their otherevents like raffles and bakesales, go to purchase equipmentfor the hospital.The Gift Shop is openMonday to Friday from10am to 8pm and 1pm to 5pm on weekends and statutoryholidays. The Gift Shopwill be closed on Dec. 24and 25.Don’t delay! Visit theGift Store at the hospital,finish your Christmas shoppingand support this worthwhileventure at the sametime.Please note: The AfternoonAuxiliary to R.I.H isin need of volunteers forall areas including the GiftShop. Crafters are neededHere We Grow Againevidenced by the fact thatthe cheque presented wasfor $355,700, but as the staffwas leaving their offices atHighland Valley with thecheque already made out, anadditional $2720 was added.The Highland Valleynumber was reached despitea slightly lower participationlevel from the employee’s.The management increasedtheir matching from 50cents on the dollar to dollarto do some sewing. To volunteer,pick up an applicationat the RIH Gift Shop,311 Columbia St. between10 a.m. and 8 p.m. Mon toFri, 1 to 5 p.m. Sat. and Sunor at the Senior Connectoroffice in Desert Gardens.Photo by Mike Keetchfor dollar. Of the total donationfrom HVC, $50,000was earmarked for the NewLife Mission.Other donations presentedat the gatheringwere Adams Lake Lumber,$43,210.78; City ofKamloops, $37,855.24; CNRail, $49,126.00; CP Rail$55,304.00 (included 50cents on the dollar by management);Weyerhaeuser,$77,951.p A wide selection of handcrafteditems, Beanie Babies & gift itemsp All proceeds donated toRoyal Inland Hospitalp Located on the 1st floorof Royal Inland HospitalJoyand Comfort Tidings ofOpen 10am~8pm Monday to Friday1pm~5pm Saturday and Sunday Closed Dec. 24 & 25Gift Shop operated by the Afternoon AuxilliaryMy best friend and I can do anything or nothing andhave the best time.~ Author UnknownANAVETS UNIT 290444 Tranquille Rd.,Kamloops, B.C. V2B 3H2Service Officer Availableby appointment only ~ please call firstTO HELP ALL SENIORS30 years of serviceFor more information call 554-2455Don't miss our meat draws Fridays at 7, Sat. & Sun. at 3.ANA04_marChristmas TriviaCandy Canes – An 18 th centuryEnglish candy makerdecided to make a candycommemorating Christmas(this was during a timewhen Christmas celebrationswere outlawed in England),the result was a candy canerepresenting the Shepherds’staff, and turned upsidedown a letter for Jesus.Made of white candy to representpurity with three redstripes for the Trinity and 1large stripe for Jesus’ bloodlater shed.

January 2007 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 15Winter’s here - can you digt?Depending on the city,he first snowflakes may havetarted to fall, leading manyo dust off their snow shovlswithout considering theotential impact that a vigorusworkout can have.Physiotherapists say,shovelling snow requires asuch energy as running 15m per hour!”Although 15 minutes ofnow shovelling benefitshealthy heart, maintainngor increasing cardiovasularfitness, most peopleon’t understand that thenitial attempt at shoveling,especially if the snow iswet, is like picking up heavyweights.One full shovel load ofwet snow can weigh as muchs 25 pounds (11 kg).In some parts of theountry, the average snowfallan exceed 339 cm (11 feet).It’s not surprising thenhat many people suffer fromuscle fatigue, low backnd/or shoulder pain, verteraldisc damage and evenpinal fractures during thewinter season.Injuries related to snowhovelling and/or snowemoval happen every year:ack and neck strains, pulledeg or arm muscles, heartttacks as well as exhaustion.The Canadian PhysioherapyAssociation offersp a pile of back-friendlyips (stretch, move, add it up,educe strain):Stretch – Before, duringnd after activity. If you’vever experienced sore muslesand a painful back theay after shovelling, youruscles were probably notufficiently warmed up prioro activity.Cold tight muscles areore likely to strain thanwarm, relaxed muscles. Takeime to stretch and prepareyour body for activity withthese simple stretches to helptackle the snow.Hold each stretch for 10to 15 seconds and repeatthree times. Be sure to repeaton the opposite side.• Rotate your wrists to theleft and right 10 times each.Do the same with yourankles.• Slowly bring your right eartowards your right shoulder.• Bring your right arm acrossthe chest and pull gently onyour elbow with your lefthand.• Lie on your back withknees bent. Bring one kneeto your chest; pull gentlytowards the stomach.• In the standing positionbend the left leg slightly,stretch the right leg forwardand pull your ankle up feelinga stretch on the back ofyour leg.• From a standing position– hold on to a chair or wallwhile you do this – slightlybend your right knee andpull your left ankle towardyour buttocks with your righthand, feeling a stretch at thefront of your hip.• Facing a wall, with yourbody on an angle and handson the wall, push your heelsinto the floor, feeling astretch at the back of yourlegs.Variation: You can alsostand with your toes on theedge of a stair, and let yourheels drop slightly.Move – Push the shovelto move the snow and avoidlifting whenever possible.Face the snow you’re aboutto shovel. Always keep yourback straight, your kneesbent and throw the snowforward. Avoid twisting andthrowing the snow over yourshoulder.Add it up – 15 minutesof snow shovelling counts asmoderate physical activity. Tomaintain your mobility, makeevery movement count. Addup all you do in a day andaim for a minimum of 60minutes of moderate physicalactivity every day.Brisk walking, snowshoeingand skiing are other waysto keep fit with physicalactivity during cold wintermonths.Winter shovelling tips and techniquesReduce strain – Lowback injuries are most commonwhen shovelling snow.It usually takes place whena person bends forward andthen abruptly twists to oneside.Tips from physiotherapiststhat will help reducestrain are:• Choose a shovel that’s rightfor you – A shovel with anappropriate length handle iscorrect when you can slightlybend your knees, flex yourback 10 degrees or less, andhold the shovel comfortablyin your hands at the start ofthe shovel stroke; ergonomicshovels with curved handlesare very good and havebeen tested by physiotherapyresearchers.A curved handle willenable you to keep your backstraighter when shovelling;a plastic shovel blade will belighter than a metal one, puttingless strain on your spine;and sometimes, a smallerblade is better than a largerone.This avoids the risk of tryingto pick up a pile of snowthat is too heavy for yourbody to carry:• When you grip the shovel,make sure your hands are atleast 12 inches apart.This will increase yourleverage and reduce strain onyour body.• Wait until the afternoonto shovel. Many disc problemsoccur in the morningwhen there is increased fluidpressure in the disc becausethe body has been at rest allnight.• Lift the snow properly.Squat with your legs apart,knees bent and back straight.Lift with your legs. Do notbend at the waist. Scoopsmall amounts of snow intothe shovel and walk to whereyou want to dump it.Holding a shovel of snowwith your arms outstretchedputs too much weight onyour spine.• Step in the direction inwhich you are throwing thesnow. This will help preventthe low back from twistingand “next-day back fatigue”experienced by many shovellers.• Tackle heavy snow in twostages. Begin by skimmingoff the snow from the topand then remove the bottomlayer. Avoid overloading theshovel.You are working too hardif you cannot say a long sentencein one breath. If thisis the case, take a short restor decrease the intensity ofeffort slightly.•Take frequent breaks whenshovelling. Stand up straightand walk around periodicallyto extend the low back.Do standing extension- Indoor Pool, Hot Tub, Steam Room- Close To Dining, Entertainment & Shopping,- Restaurant & Wellness Spaexercises by placing yourhands on the back of yourhips and bend backwardsslightly for several seconds.Because you bend forwardso much when shovelling,you need to reverse this bystraightening up and bendingbackwards slightly.• Dress warmly and makesure that your low back iswell covered.If your spine is exposed tothe cold, your muscles canseize up and result in backpain, muscle spasms and alack of coordination.• If you have a health problemor are not in good shape,do not even consider snowshovelling. 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And, lo, the angel ofthe Lord came upon them,and the glory of the Lordshone round about them;and they were sore afraid.And the angel said untothem, fear not; for behold,I bring you good tidingsof great joy, which shall beto all people. For unto youis born this day in the cityof David a Savior, which isChrist the Lord.Luke 2:8 11

Page 16 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comJanuary 2007More money for Canadian womenHinton on the HillBetty Hinton, MPThere have been manyeports in the media regardngperceived cutbacks totatus of Women Canada.It is important to be clearon the recent changes Canada’snew government hasmade to Status of WomenCanada (SWC) and thebenefits this will bring towomen across the country.Canada’s new governmentwas elected because of itspromise to deliver value fortaxpayer dollars. This promiseis being kept.Programs are beingreviewed to ensure everytaxpayer dollar is spent toachieve results that benefitCanadians. Governmentwaste is being eliminatedand reinvested in programsfor people, programs thatwill deliver real results inSeniors SojournQuality Living For Seniors in aSupervised Environment• Bright modern home located in Blind Bay• 24 hour Attendant • Handicapped access• Home-cooked meals • Housekeeping• Laundry services • SecurityThe safe alternative accommodationAll provided in a Friendly Home Environment1-250-675-3756 • www3.telus.net/seniorssojournMember of the North Okanagan Private Supportive Care Association soj01_maythe communities wherepeople live.With this new approach,and to achieve greateraccountability, efficiency andeffectiveness, Canada’s newgovernment has streamlinedSWC by saving $5 millionin administrative costs.But it’s important forCanadians to realize thatevery penny of that $5 millionwill be spent on fundinginitiatives that willdirectly benefit women intheir communities.We did not streamlineSWC to return $5 millionto government coffers.We streamlined SWC todeliver $5 million more inprogramming for women inCanada.In the past, SWC hasnot delivered that money asefficiently as possible. Anindependent evaluation ofthe women’s program runby SWC discovered thatDon’t drive faster than yourguardian angel can fly!City of Kamloops • Parks, Recreation & Cultural ServicesAquaticsCanada Games Aquatic CentreWestsyde Pool and Community Centre❋single admission or check out several discount punchcard or pass options❋Watch for the Christmas Season Public Schedules.it took 31 cents in administrationand overhead todeliver one program dollar.This was unfair to both thewomen who require servicesand Canadian taxpayers.That is why our governmentis reducing overhead,closing some offices andre-dedicating the savingsto better assist Canadianwomen.With these changes, wecan now deliver the programfor 17 cents for each dollar.Redirecting every centof those saving to initiativesfor women is a better use ofgovernment dollars, both forthe general taxpayer and forwomen across the country.As I stated above, all ofthe savings are being setaside for re-investment indelivering support directlyto Canadian women. Andannual funding for the$10.8 million women’s programis entirely maintainednow and moving forwardin the future. Adding the$5 million in administrativesavings means almost 50 percent more money to supportwomen directly in the community.Achieving these administrativesavings involved closing12 regional SWC officesacross the country. Therehas been much criticism ofthat decision because, thecritics say, it cuts off accessfor women to the women’sprogram.Well an office in a centralcity in any given province isprobably not doing much togive access to women whodon’t live in that city.We have actually madeSWC services more accessible.For the first timefunding applications willbe available online to organizationswho undertakeprojects to benefit womendirectly.With this change, SWCservices are now as accessibleas the nearest computerwith Internet access.This modernization willassist the government inmeeting its twin goals ofbetter managing its expenditureswhile deliveringmore services in a modernand efficient way.The beneficiaries of thischange will be Canadianwomen so that they will beable to meet challenges andmore fully participate in thesocial and economic life ofCanada.This is the last columnfor 2006 and I would liketo take this opportunity tothank the publisher, MikeKeetch and the staff ofSenior Connector for givingme this opportunity to connectwith you, the readers.I would also like to wisheach and every one of you aMerry Christmas.To the members of the CanadianWar Brides AssociationThe Canadian War Museum is looking toacquire artifacts relating to the experiencesof Canadian war brides and war grooms toaugment its collection.If you are interested in donating itemssuch as letters, diaries, documents, photographs,and wedding gowns, or other itemsrelating to your experience as a war bride,we would be interested in hearing from you.Send us a list of items with approximatequantities, dates, and their general condition.Please do not send us the actual itemsat this stage.A brief biography about you and yourgroom would be appreciated. If your listincludes letters, diaries, or photographs, asummary of topics and dates and any otherrelevant material or information would alsobe helpful.In reviewing items offered to us forpotential acquisition, we present all possibledonations to a collections committeevia a detailed document outlining thecontent of the gift. We do not present theactual collection of material at this time,but a detailed brief, so the more informationyou can provide us with, the better ourpresentation.If any of your material is accepted bythe Museum as a result of this process,we will contact you to arrange transportation.Please note that the artifacts acceptedin CWM’s permanent collections may beinterpreted or displayed in accordance withthe Museum’s exhibition and programsrequirement. Acquisition does not guaranteepublic exhibition and the CWM doesnot accept donations offered with this criteriaattached. Our collections are availablefor consultation by a wide variety of peopleand are included on our publicity accessiblewebsite.We look forward to hearing from you.For more information or to send us yourlists, please contact Carol Reid, CollectionsManager Archives, Canadian War Museum,1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, Ontario, K1R 1C2,or by e-mail carol.reid@warmuseum.ca.www.kamloops.caaqu10_decMonthly birthday parties • Potlucks • BBQs • Bingo • Whist • Bridge • Singing • Dancing • Piano • Rec Room • Friends • FunPotlucks • BBQs • Bingo • Whist • Bridge • Singing • PianoKamloops Low Rental Housing Society (Non-Profit)Ponderosa Place has been designed from the groundup with seniors in mind and offers the lifestyleyou’ve been looking for at a price you can afford,including tasteful decor, security of tenure,protection from inflation, and downtown location.Kamloops Low Rental Housing Society maintainsa waiting list for the one (1) one-bedroom RENTALSUITES. Eligibility requires qualification underthe S.A.F.E.R. program. For further informationor to get on the list,contact 372-0651Did you know ....Ponderosa Place has lots going on!• Rec room with piano• Monthly birthday parties• Potlucks and BBQs• Bingo, whist and bridge• Exercise equipment• Singing and dancing• AND MORE!Call us for detailsor email us: ponderosaplace@shaw.capon05_febMonthly birthday parties • Potlucks • BBQs • Bingo • Whist • Bridge • Singing • Dancing • Piano • Rec Room • Friends • FunPotlucks • BBQs • Bingo • Whist • Bridge • Singing • Piano

January 2007 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 17A Season’s Greetings ARecipe from Germany ~ Eierlikoer TorteLeona Niedzwiedz – Iserlohn, Germany1 bar of plain chocolate(cheap is good) grated orchopped into very smallpieces5 eggs (separated)80 grams butter or margarine100 grams sugar1 tablespoon rum (the realstrong stuff is best)8 tablespoons Eierlikoer(Advocaat Liqueur orSchnapps)200 grams ground almondsor hazelnuts400 grams (almost half alitre) whipping cream1 teaspoon vanilla extractGrated chocolate to sprinkleon top of the cakeChop or grate the chocolate.Separate the eggs, puttingthe whites into a bowlfor whipping, and whipthem until stiff peaks form.Combine egg yolks, butterand sugar until creamy. Addthe rum, 2 tablespoons Eierlikoer,the almonds and thechopped chocolate, mixingwell. Carefully fold in thewhipped egg whites.Take a springform panand either grease very, verywell, then dust with flour, orline with baking paper (waxpaper maybe, or somethinglike that – we have specialbaking paper over here)the main thing here is thatwhen you pop the side off ofthe freshly baked cake, andwhen the cake is cooled, youwant to be able to get it ontoa serving plate without havingit stick to the bottom ofthe springform pan!Pour batter into thespringform pan and bakein a preheated 200 C ovenfor 20 – 30 minutes. Checkafter 20 minutes – if notfully baked leave for another5 minutes – keep checkingevery 4 or 5 minutes. Ionly need 20 minutes withmy oven, but every doggoneoven is different. Letthe cake cool completely,then put a plate that is largerthan the cake over the top ofthe cake and turn it upsidedown. You’ll now be able totake off the bottom part ofthe springform pan. Usinganother plate that you wantto serve the cake on, turnthe cake right side up. Youcan now cover it with a cakecover and leave overnight ina cool place, it doesn’t haveto be in the fridge. The nextmorning, and I am assumingthat you want to servethe cake that day, right?Whip the cream with thevanilla until stiff and ice thecake on top and sides. Thensprinkle with the gratedchocolate and drizzle withthe remaining 6 tablespoonsof Eierlikoer.Now, I wish I coulddescribe to you properlyhow I make sure that nochocolate crumbs and icingget onto the serving platter.Remember that bakingpaper? Well, I cut someof this into 5cm by 12cmpieces (Roughly – I don’tmeasure) and, after I havethe cake on the serving plateI tuck pieces of this paperunder the cake, with most ofthe little paper pieces stickingout – all around the cake.Then I ice the cake with thewhipped cream and sprinklethe chocolate on it and drizzlethe Eierlikoer. When Iam finished with that I justpull the pieces of paper out(which are, of course, thencovered with whipped creamand chocolate shavings) –and either lick them off – ha!ha! – or throw them in thegarbage! You will thank mefor this tip, since your platecan look an awful mess withthe whipped cream and stuff.I know you will love thiscake; absolutely everyonethat has tried it here hasloved it.Seiko OuchiNOTARY PUBLICJric04_dec“A merry Christmas to everybody!A happy New Year to all the world!”~ Charles DickensTel:(250) 374-7373Email: souchi@notaries.bc.ca410 - 546 St. Paul Street, KamloopsJJouc10_xmasWishing everyone aMerry Christmas anda Happy New YearJHonourable Claude Richmond,MLA Kamloops andMinister of Employmentand Income Assistance#490, 175 - 2nd. Ave.Kamloops, BC V2C 5W1Email: clauderichmond.mla@leg.bc.caPhone: 314-6027 Fax: 314-6030JJJMerry Christmas and a Happy New Year!ChristmastriviaKris Kringle –German for “Christ’sChild” or “Christkindlein.”A name for an earlyGerman gift-bringinginfant Jesus or angelicbeing, who was thoughtof as Christ’s helper andgave gifts to poor andneedy children. As culturesmerged, visits fromsimilar St. Nicholas, PereNoel, Pelznickel andChristkindlein all becameovershadowed or mutatedinto Santa Claus.ePhoto Submittedwarmwishesfor aHappyHolidaySeasonThis is a picture of someParkside residents whoadopted dolls for a shorttime, to prepare them forthe Free Christmas Store inChase. Bob Gagnon donatedthe dolls his wife had collected.We washed, dressedand combed their hair. Itwas difficult to say good-byeto our “babies.”In the back row, from theleft, is Shirley Barna, WinniShannon, Joan Adderson andDot Hoybak. In the frontrow is Carol Barlow, RoseWhite and Mary Tyrrell.Suites Available• Spacious Studio, 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites• Utilities • Air Conditioning • Balconies• Nutritious Home Cooked Meals• Continental Breakfast & Afternoon TeaPeace, Joy, LoveMerry ChristmasFrom Staff and Management at theShores Retirement ResidenceAsk us aboutour movingallowance.Open House Every Day2:00 pm to 4:00 pmAssisted Living Services Now AvailableSuitesAvailable• Full Kitchens with Fridge and Stove • Level Walking ~ Close to Shopping• Organized Activities • 24 Hour Medic AlertSeniors are Our #1 Priority!870 Westminster Avenue, Kamloops, B.C.www.caretendersinc.com (250) 376-0315sho11_xmas

Page 18 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comJanuary 2007Merry Christmas!We would like to extendwarmest wishes for a joyfilled Christmas to ourpatrons and friends#5, 111 Oriole Rd, Kamloops372-7239JJChristmas Specialsare on now through DecemberCome see us for great gift ideasCall or drop in!Dr. E. Takahashi & AssociatesOptometristsJoy Peace & Happiness AllToA Season’s Greetings Amlp11_xmasA jolly time at annual Christmas gatheringMay all the things that inspire andinvite a festive Yuletide season and acheer-filled Christmas be yours to sharewith friends and loved onesCentennial Building #202-153 Seymour St. KamloopsOptometrists: (250) 372-7910Opticians: (250) 372-7232Toll free: 1-800-663-5189Seniors Outreach Services Societywishes a happyholiday season to allour friends, clientsand volunteerstak03_xmasSubmitted by Deveen MartinOn Nov. 28, 260 seniors satdown to a dinner of bakedham, which was topped offwith trays of very tasty dessertsquares.It was the fourth AnnualChristmas Gathering Dinnerby Hub InternationalBarton Insurance Company,their way of saying thanks tothe Kamloops Community.A highlight of the eveningwas the arrival ofSuperintendent Jim Begleyand 15 members of the localRCMP in Red Serge, whonot only visited with everyone,but also served dinnerin great style.Following the dinner, thisfine group entertained everyonewith a variety of Christmasmusic and much laughter,accompanied by the verypersonable Sgt. Perry Penny,who came from Merrittespecially for this event.Wishing Everyone aJoyous Holiday SeasonAs well, Santa was presentand many seniors tookthe opportunity to have theirpictures taken with the jollyman.Photo equipment anddeveloping was donated byLondon Drugs.Thank you to LarryGrant, the great staff atHub International BartonInsurance and everyone elseinvolved in providing seniorswith this enjoyable evening.Monies raised weredonated to the Seniors OutreachSociety.Santa wasn’t the only man inred to attend Hub International’sChristmas Gathering Dinnerlast month.Photos submitted103-540 Seymour St.Phone: 828-0600Mon-Thurs 9am-3pmHere’s hoping your holiday istrimmed with love, joy andother good things!sos10_xmasFraternal Order of Eagles • Kamloops Aerie #3453People Helping People755 Tranquille Road Ph: 376-1311www.kamloopseagles3453.comeag03_xmasThe BayAberdeen Mall Kamloops372-8271hbc02_xmasThrupp Manor ASSOCIATION•Welcome to a home like setting with a milliondollar river view.•We offer low cost housing, with three homecooked meals a day served family style•Your room will be cleaned andyour bed changed every week•Come for a tour anytime, no appointmentnecessary, and meet our exceptional staff.•Now accepting applications for residencyWishing everyone a Christmas filledwith love, cheer and other good thingsPhone 250-376-6536Thrupp Manor 591 Royal Avenue, Kamloops, BC V2B 3P8thr07_septContinentalBARBER SHOP319 Victoria Street, Kamloops Ph: 374-6042John DeCiccoChristmas Joy To Allwith special thanks for yourpatronage and goodwill,we wish you a very happy holiday.con03_xmas

January 2007 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 19Tomatoes with SoftMozzarellaIf it is just for you, use 1 or 2tomatoes and 1 round ball ofthe mozzarella – otherwisefor company, double or tripleor whatever the recipe.Wash the tomatoes andslice them – about 5 slicesto a tomato – medium sizetomatoes. Salt and pepperthe slices on 1 side.Drain the mozzarellaball(s) and dry with a pieceof paper towel, slice thatinto about 10 slices – theycan be thinner than thetomato slices.Get out either a niceceramic or glass-bakingdish– fairly flat – like a flanpan or something like that.If you are making it justA Season’s Greetings ARecipes – Direct from GermanyOver the holiday season, try out a couple of these wonderful, tasty and mouthwatering recipes that were sent to Lynne Jones fromLeona Niedzwiedz in Iserlohn, Germany. Try them out and bon appetite!for you, you can use a dinnerplate but if you aremaking a large batch thenuse something with a rim(especially if you are transporting)as it could run overthe sides when you are carryingit.Ok, you make a “fan” outof the tomato and mozzarella.A piece of tomato,then lay a piece of the mozzarellaon that, then tomato,then mozzarella in a circleand then fill in the middletoo – you can make it a‘tight’ circle or a ‘loose’ circle,depending on how bigyour pan is and how manytomatoes and how muchmozzarella you are using.For the dressing you cando one of two things:First of all – olive oil andthen (I sometime use whiteand sometime the dark) balsamvinegar – like maybe 3tablespoons of the vinegarto about 1 /4 cup of theolive oil – you have to sortof try it yourself to see whatyou think tastes best.Then you mince (witha garlic press) 1 or 2 garliccloves into that mixtureand mix well with salt andpepper.Now here is where youcan vary – I used to put atablespoon of dried oreganoand one of basil into themixture and mix well andthen I let stand for a fewhours before I actually putit on the salad.What I did the last timewas let the oil and vinegarstand with the garlic for afew hours and instead ofputting the dried herbs in.I then made my salad,put the dressing over thefanned tomato and mozzarella.Then I chopped upfresh basil and oregano andsprinkled that on top.It is not as strong tasting– I actually like soaking thedried herbs in the mix. Ithas a zing to it but the other,with the fresh herbs, isgood, especially for wimpypeople who aren’t nutsabout zing but still wantthe lovely taste of the herbswhen they are fresh.Actually, soft mozzarellais so cheap here, andin Canada it costs a bloodyfortune – so you will not bemaking this salad often – itwill be a real treat for youthen!khr09_decMerry Christmas To All !Kamloops Heritage Railwaysends Christmas greetingsand cheer to the manycommunities and peoplewho make our excursionsso special and enjoyable.“Spirit of Christmas” Railtour tickets selling nowCall 374-2141 or visitour website at www.kamrail.comOven roastedpotatoesI wish I could send oversome of my oven roastedpotatoes – they are so flippingeasy – here’s the trick!You take potatoes (helpsif they are all sort of thesame size – not too big– rather smaller than toobig), and you cut themlengthwise in half (they layon the baking sheet betterthat way), and you eitherrub them with oil or usea brush – but if you use abrush, you get your handsgreasy anyway so you mightas well use your hands tobegin with. Then you put4 oz. chocolate milk2 oz. cold coffeewhipped creamthem, cut side UP on a bakingsheet (I put a piece ofbaking paper on the bakingsheet – helps with theclean up) and then sprinklethem with salt and pepper– If you have a salt mill anda pepper mill, it is evermoreinteresting.Then you can chop upsome rosemary needles –the fresh ones, OR you canstrip thyme off the stemsand sprinkle the potatohalves with that – looksinteresting, smell good andtastes good too!Then off into a hot (200C is good) oven for about40 minutes – check themafter 35, and if they aren’tSmall Job SolutionsOffering a variety of handyman servicesto assist you with your winter projectsstarting to brown on top,leave them for another 5 or10 minutes, until they arelight (or darker if you prefer– I like them darker, goldenbrown, and then take themout and serve (or eat). Theyare awesome with zazikki.Zazikki recipe(You can add more or lessof everything you want).1 litre of sour cream with awhisk, mix in 200 grams ofreally good yoghurt - likeGreek yoghurt with about10 per cent fat or more(tastes better)Add salt and pepper anddried basil and dried oreganoto taste – everyone’stastes are different – I dumpThe Chocolate Milk Whipshaved chocolateDirectionsFill a tall glass with ice.Add 4 oz. chocolate milkand 2 oz. cold coffee.Top with whipped creamstuff in until I like the tasteAdd about 3 or 4 garliccloves (use as many as youwant, maybe dependingon how much sour creamand yoghurt you mix up)that you have minced (putthrough the garlic press)Then add an Englishcucumber grated and thewater squeezed out reallywell.Put a tight lid on the bowland put it in the fridgeovernight – this is bestmade the day before – itkeeps quite well too – youcan still be slathering it onyour baked potatoes severaldays later if you keep itsealed in the fridge.and garnish with shavedchocolate.Enjoy.WALMARTWe sell for less!Christmas wishesto ourvalued customers!awr02_decSeasons GreetingsMay the joy ofChristmas fill yourheart and fill yourhome.Wishing you and yours a very MerryChristmas and a Happy New Year.Call Ken at 376-6784 for a seniors ratesjs03_xmasWarmest Wishes for aMerry Christmas and a Happy New Year100-1055 Hillside Drive KamloopsPh: 374-1591Betty Hinton, MP101-1150 Hillside DriveKamloops, BC V2E 2N1(250) 851-4991www.bettyhinton.caemail: hinton.b@parl.gc.cahin11_xmasAuthorized by Official Agent for Betty Hinton

Page 20 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comJanuary 2007CallTollFreeKevin KruegerMember of the Legislative AssemblyKAMLOOPS - NORTH THOMPSONMay the true spirit of Christmas reignin your hearts and with your familiesand loved ones this holiday season andthroughout the coming year314-6031 for calls from Darfield to Kamloops1-888-299-0805 for calls from Little Fort to Blue River#9, Oriole Road, Kamloops, B.C. V2C 4N6 Fax: 314-6040A Season’s Greetings AChristmas ... A Season of RemembranceThe embers glowed softly, and in their dim light,I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight.My wife was asleep, her head on my chest,My daughter beside me, angelic in rest.Outside the snow fell, a blanket of white,Transforming the yard to a winter delight.The sparkling lights in the tree I believe,Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve.My eyelids were heavy, my breathing was deep,Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep.In perfect contentment, or so it would seem,So I slumbered, perhaps I started to dream.The sound wasn’t loud, and it wasn’t too near,But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear.Perhaps just a cough, I didn’t quite know,Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow.My soul gave a tremble, I struggled to hear,And I crept to the door just to see who was near.Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night,A lone figure stood, his face weary and tight.I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet,I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat.I can carry the weight of killing another,Or lay down my life for my sister or brother.Who stand at the front against any and all,To ensure for all time that this flag will not fall.”“So go back inside,” he said, “harbor no fright,Your family is waiting and I’ll be all right.”“But isn’t there something I can do, at the least,“Give you money,” I asked, “or prepare you a feast?It seems all too little for all that you’ve done,For being away from your wife, daughters or sons.”Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret,“Just tell us you love us, and never forget.To fight for our rights back at home while we’re gone,To stand your own watch, no matter how longFor when we come home, either standing or dead,To know you remember we fought and we bled.Is payment enough, and with that we will trust,That we mattered to you as you mattered to us.”~ Author UnknownLet your homes and hearts be warm withthe spirit of Christmas and the New Year!High Country Health Care Inc.#108A-540 Seymour St.Kamloops, BC V2C 2G9 • 372-2252BUDGETWISE BOOKKEEPINGRAPID REFUND TAX SERVICEOur team of experts...Budget prices!CATHY BURDENIUKPersonal Income Tax SpecialistMIRIAM KEMPBusiness & Income Tax Specialist —LAURA FENTONVELMA DEANLINDA SEARFOYOLANDA ANDREWSSeniorsdiscount15%Wishing everyone a veryMerry Christmas and aHappy New Year#2 - 860 8th St.North Shore, Kamloops 554-8188Brown’s Repair Shop Ltd.220 Lansdowne Street, KamloopsEst. 1922 • Eric Brown 372-3656The Key ManWe In Your support Business seniors!• Safe sales & service• Lock sales & service• Keys by code• Window grilles• Locks rekeyedWhat fun it is to celebrate Christmas,especially when the folks you treasurebring you so much pleasure. Thanks!bud05_XMAShch04_xmasbro12_xmasA soldier, I puzzled, some twenty years old,Perhaps a Marine, huddled here in the cold.Alone in the dark, he looked up and smiled,Standing watch over me, and my wife and my child.“What are you doing?” I asked without fear,“Come in this moment, it’s freezing out here!Put down your pack, brush the snow from your sleeve,You should be at home on a cold Christmas Eve!”For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift,Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts..To the window that danced with a warm fire’s lightThen he sighed and he said “Its really all right,I’m out here by choice. I’m here every night.”“It’s my duty to stand at the front of the line,That separates you from the darkest of times.No one had to ask or beg or implore me,I’m proud to stand here like my fathers before me.My Gramps died at Vimy on a day in December,”Then he sighed, “That’s a Christmas Gram always remembers.”My dad stood his watch in the jungles of ‘Nam,And now it is my turn, and so, here I am.I’ve not seen my own son in more than a while,But his wife sends me pictures, he’s sure got a nice smile.Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag,The red, and the white ... the Canadian flag.I can live through the cold and the being alone,Away from my family, my house and my home.“At the Heart of the North Shore”730 Cottonwood Avenue,Kamloops, B.C.Adult Livingat Affordable Prices!Seasons Greetings fromthe board of directors, staffand residents of Norkam Senior Housingand North Shore Community Centre(250) 376-4777 Fax: (250) 376-4792cot10_xmask k kLocal and long distance, by container or vanMerry Christmas and bestwishes for a happy andprosperous New Year.wil06_xmasA Jolly Christmas to AllFamily Restaurantat the KamloopsTravel CentreSeason's Best...We hope the holidaysring in on a joyous notefor you and yoursJoin us for a TraditionalChristmas Dinner.Best wishes for a“Thanks” to all ofour customers.1885 West Trans Can Hwy • Open 7 days a week ~ 24 hours a day!OVERLANDPRESS (1990) LTD.441 Tranquille Rd.Kamloops(250) 376-8031Email: overlandpress@telus.net2073 Falcon, Valleyview Kamloops372-9525 • Toll Free 1-877-372-9525www.williamsmoving.comk k kver16_decove01_rem

January 2007 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 21Submitted By Janet SchneiderSeasons greetings from ourlittle home to yours!Our board president,June, and I enjoyed appetizrs,wine, interesting conversationsand the fantasticinging voices of Hub Cityingers at an appreciationvening at Desert GarensCommunity Centre inecember.Special thanks to theenior Connector forarranging this event. Wetoo were both inspired andentertained by Maisie; whatan incredible lady!Also deserving thanksare the many groups andindividuals who supportour home through financialdonations or volunteerism.We are deeply grateful toeach of them. Without theirsupport, we could not provide“extras” in the way ofmaterial needs of the homeChristmas Light TourBy Elaine DonaldsonWe waited patiently by the store,To see the Christmas lights galore.The city bus came on the scene,With elfin driver dressed in green.With Speedy, the elf, to drive the bus,And a nice young man to look after us,We set off down the city street,And saw displays that can’t be beat.All the work that some folks do,To make others happy, like me and you.They have such patience and talent plus,To please the folks on every bus.Kamloops City and volunteers,Should be given, three big cheers.For all the fun along the way,And the goodies they gave awayThey gave us coffee, oranges and cake,We danced and sang, till the walls did quake.The band was good, they had great tone.Then the buses drove us home.This poem is a “Thank You” card,For all the ones who worked so hard.Lake Havasu, Arizonaand our residents, as wellas make available new programs.Anyone interested inassisting with our volunteerprograms may contact theManor at 579-9350.Several seasonal events arescheduled over the next coupleof weeks. The ChurchWomen of Cleopas are hostingtheir annual Christmasparty for our board ofdirectors, staff and residents.By Wilf SchneiderLongstay VacationsLake Havasu offers tennis, casinos, championship golf and the world famousLondon Bridge. The Havasu Dunes is perfect forlong stay guests as it's near all amenities andclose to the water. Experience Arizona's uniquebeauty and diversity. 300 days of sunshine a yearisn't too shabby either.The resort offers:Havasu Dunes is located 1.5 miles from thedowntown area. There are 3 outdoor pools a hottub, a BBQ area, activity centre, laundry facilities,video rental, 24 hour front desk & free parkingavailable at the resort. Accommodation includes1 queen size bed and 1 queen sofa pullout, A/C,cable TV/VCR, hairdryer, telephone, iron/board &kitchen. Kitchen includes 2 burner stove, microwave,mini-fridge, tea/coffee maker, blender,toaster, can-opener and utensils.Call 852-4600 Travel Dept.or toll-free 310-8286Visit 500 Notre Dame DriveClick bcaa.com/travel BC Reg No. 294-0From $2149.00per person based on double occupancyPrice is based on Jan 11/07 departure and is subject to change based on airfare available at the time of booking. Not included:bca19_decgas, tax and insurance on car rental, air taxes and fuel surcharges. Non members add $20.00 per person.News from Cariboo ManorThis is always a fun eveningwith games, a sing-a-long,and lots of goodies.We were also entertainedby the Silver Belles on Dec.12. What a delightful afternoonof entertainment.Christmas wraps us insentiment and nostalgia.We celebrate surroundedby family and friends, andwarmly remember thosewho are unable to be withus, such as my dad, Bill, andB.C. Seniors GamesZone 8Package includes:• Round trip airfare on HarmonyAirways Vancouver to Las Vegas• 28 nights Accommodationin a mini suite• Compact car rental for 28 days• Bonus: Lake Havasu welcome package,Friday evening snacks, Saturdaycontinental breakfast & other dailyactivities. BCAA members: Play 18holes at London Bridge Golf Courseincluding cart plus breakfast or lunchfor $49 USD per person.We have a new year comingand so we now have to thinkand plan ahead for the 2007B.C. Seniors Games.The Games this year arein Nanaimo and are plannedfor August. In 2008, theGames will again be inPrince George.We sometimes hear negativecomments about theGames but we didn’t hearanything negative when wehad the Games in PrinceGeorge a few years ago.Everyone who attendedthose Games enjoyed theirhospitality.Anyone who has questionsor who wants informationabout the B.C. SeniorsGames can contact our officein Northills, telephone number554-4145 or e-mail us atsirrs@kamloops.netQuite a number of formerparticipants were giventhe loan of a Zone 8 shirtand jacket. If you still haveone of these and don’t planon participating in futureGames, please return themto Pearl Thompson or toanother member of our executive.This will give others achance to use them.We do have a membershipmeeting planned forThursday, Jan. 18, starting at10 a.m. at the Henry GrubeEducation Centre, 245Kitchener Ave. The MooseHall, where we formerlyhad our meetings, is beingreplaced by a housing project.All are welcome to attendour meetings.father-in-law, Otto.At Cariboo Manor, welovingly remember Carolineand Betty and send our bestwishes to their families andfriends.We also wish Woody,NewTired of being retired?Contact us Today!Convergys CMG Canada Limited Partnership1-2121 East Trans Canada Hwy.Kamloops, BC V2C 4A6Phone: (250) 571-5800 Fax: (250) 571-5870Email: jobs.kamloops@convergys.comWebsite: www.convergys.comDo You Have:Martha, Helene and Helena happy holiday in their newhomes.May all the joy and blessingsof the season be yoursnow and in the year to come.Happy holidays!SHUSWAP LODGERETIREMENT ◆ RESIDENCEFor a guided tour ormore information call(250) 832-7081#200 Trans Canada HwySalmon Arm, BC•Loose Dentures?•Problems Chewing?•Missing Teeth?•Ever Considered Implants?For A Consultation AppointmentPlease Call Dr. Henri Ferber At372-2333◆ 40 charming units◆ 3 meals/snacks andtreats daily◆ All utilities includedexcluding phone◆ Weekly laundry andhousekeeping◆ Full range of assisted livingand professional careservices available◆ Medical Clinic on location◆ Convenient downtown location◆ Relocation assistanceavailableDo you miss working?The challenge, the financial reward,the satisfaction of seeing a job well done?At Convergys we recognize that matureworkers make up a very important part of theworkforce. We are looking for mature workersbecause we know YOU bring leadership,experience, and skills to the job.We Offer:• The ability to supplement your income withcompetitive wages• Family medical benefits• Prescription drug coverage• Full and part-time schedules• Full paid training• Satisfaction of helping others• Safe and supportive environment• Sales or customer service positionsVisitmycvg.convergys.comfor online introductionferb04_decshu02conv01_dec

Page 22 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comJanuary 2007Wildlights on at theBC Wildlife ParkBy Mike KeetchFor the ninth consecutive year the BC Wildlife Park willentertain about 25,000 people from Kamloops and the surroundingarea with its spectacular display of more than400,000 lights and 350 wildlife sculptures.The symphony of lights this year will be at the amphitheatreand will be synchronized by computer with music performedby a local and from Lee’s Music. The overall effectwill be like experiencing the Northern lights.As well as the usual attractions such as the miniature train,he maze, Uncle Chris the Clown, Frosty the Snowman andhe campfires, The Buck and Doe miniature village will ben display. The village, donated by Harvey and Dianne Minr,includes about 40 buildings built to scale.Santa will also be in attendance in the Discovery Centrevery night up to and including Christmas Eve.This annual display is the culmination of about 15,000ours of work by the staff and volunteers at the Wildlifeark.The park is open nightly from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. every dayxcept Christmas day until Jan. 7.Need to boost your Christmas spirit? A trip through thishristmas wonderland is sure to put you in a Christmasrame of mind.For more information, contact the Wildlife Park at 250-73-3242.Missagh ManshadiB.Sc. PharmPharmacist/OwnerAsk us about free deliveryVisit us at our new location477 St. Paul Street, Kamloops(Old General Paint Building)372-2223msh02_aprBe cyber-savvy this holiday seasonThe festive season hasarrived. Christmas lightsand holly have been strung,and Christmas music serenadesyou as you shop.Some consumers willavoid the busy shoppingmalls by shopping online,in the comfort and convenienceof their homes.Statistics Canada indicatesthat last year’s Internetcommerce sales in Canadatotaled more than $39.2billion with 56 per centof Internet users buyingonline.“Make your holiday seasonhassle-free when shoppingonline. Savvy onlineshoppers should look formerchants and Websitesthey trust, take steps toprotect their privacy andthe security of their financialtransactions, and heedtheir instincts,” said SheilaCharneski, Better BusinessBureau of Mainland BCpresident.Buying from reputablemerchants is particularlyimportant when you’re buyingfrom afar.To help shoppers findmerchants they can trust,the BBB offers a searchableonline database (www.bbb.org) with reliability reportson more than two millionretailers and businessesacross Canada and theUnited States. To help consumersenjoy a safe onlineshopping experience, theBBB offers a list of questionsto keep handy whenlooking for electronics, toys,apparel and other popularcategories of gifts this holidayseason.• Is your computer protected?Make sure yourcomputer is equipped withupdated spam filters, antivirusand anti-spyware software,and a secure firewall.Check for and install anynew security updates for theprograms on your computerand its operating system.• Are you in the rightframe of mind? You canshop with speed and easeon the Internet, but youstill need to shop smart. Ifyou’re tired or distracted,you may want to postponeyour online shopping expeditionuntil you can be fully“cyber-aware.”• Do you trust the merchant?To check on theseller’s reputation, look forfeedback comments fromother customers or conductweb searches. Check withthe Better Business Bureaufor a report about the retailer’smarketplace record.Look for a “trustmark” fromBBBOnLine or anotherreputable organization andclick on that seal to confirmthat it’s valid.• Do you have all thedetails? Don’t do businesswith any retailer that doesn’tprovide its physical addressand a contact telephonenumber for customers. Youshould know how much theproduct or service costs: ifthere are shipping and handlingcharges; the deliverytimeframe; if a warrantyor guarantee is offered; theseller’s privacy policy andthe retailer’s cancellationand return policy. Print outa copy of your confirmationpage in case you needit later.5) Will your online purchasebe secure? Look inthe address box for the “s”in https:// and in the lowerrightcorner for the “lock”symbol before paying. Don’tbe fooled by spoofed sitesthat feature convincing“security” measures. If youhave doubts about a site,right-click anywhere on thepage and select “Properties.”This will let you see the realURL (website address) andthe dialog box will reveal ifthe site is “not encrypted.”6) Will your personalinformation be protected?Read the site’s privacy policyto understand what personalinformation is beingrequested and how it will beused. If there isn’t one posted,consider that a warningthat your personal informationmay be sold to otherswithout your permission.7) Are your instincts tellingyou to beware? Listento your gut. If you’re dubiousabout a merchant; if thewebsite appears to be suspicious;if the offer seems“too good to be true,” trustyour instincts. Check withthe BBB.8) Is that e-mail legitimate?If someone e-mailsyou unexpectedly to askfor personal information,be very suspicious. Legitimatebusinesses don’t sende-mails claiming problemswith an order or an accountto lure the “buyer” intorevealing financial information.Call the contact numberon the website whereyou made the purchase toask if there was a problemwith your transaction.To learn more aboutshopping safely online contactthe local Better BusinessBureau at www.bbbvan.orgor visit www.bbbonline.org.Visit the BC Wildlife Park for Wildlights 2006!Over 400,000 lights (mostly LEDs) create 350 life-size wildlife sculptures. The Giant Maze, Wildlife Expressminiature train and crackling campfires help raise funds for the Society’s conservation program.The festival runs from December 15, 2006 to January 7, 2007 every day except Christmas Day.Shows are from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.The park is conveniently located along the Trans Canada Highway 15 minutes east of Kamloops city centre - exit 390/391Phone: 250-573-3242 or visit: www.BCzoo.org1- Early video game;5- Sea-going eagle;9- Religion of the Muslims; 14-Stead;15- Saturate;16- Goatlike antelope;17- Otherwise;18- Class;19- Assisted;20- Greek goddess of justice;22- Covered with prickers;24- Affairs of honor;26- Use, consume;27- Disfigure;30- Until now;35- Stadium used for sports ormusical events;36- Dictator;37- Slender missile;38- Tasteless items, junk;They say crosswords are good for your brain ...Across39- Tarries;42- Mouthpiece of a bridle;43- English public school; 45-Notable exploit, legal document;46- Babble;48- Society of women;50- Move unsteadily;51- Acknowledgment of debt;52- Merits;54- Inspiring awe;58- Dump;62- Intolerant person;63- Impressed;65- First-class;66- Hold responsible;67- Network of nerves;68- Small children;69- Summed;70- Prophet;71- Prepare for publication;Down1- This can be guilty or notguilty;2- Lubricates;3- Treehouse used by birds;4- Recompense;5- Respect;6- Pertaining to a sovereign;7- Doze;8- Supplements, with “out”; 9-Book of the Bible;10- Hallowed;11- Italian resort;12- Matures;13- Created;21- Pertaining to the ear; 23-Tire (out);25- Sleep;27- Palm fruits;28- Muse of lyric poetry;29- Stench;31- Chilled;32- Capital of Morocco;33- Hackneyed;34- Brown-furred aquaticcarnivorous mammal;36- Intake;40- Intense hatred;41- Used up;44- Noxious;47- Say again;49- Firmly implanted;50- Merchant;53- Mountain ridge;54- “Dancing Queen” quartet;55- Not tamed;56- Old-fashioned exclamationof surprise;57- Piercing places;59- Crucifix;60- Word that can precede war,biotic and climax;61- Nuisance;64- Very small;Answers on page 32

January 2007 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 23Salmon Arm SeniorsBranch 109 NewsSubmitted By Allen Ebl, President.Now that our New Year is upon us, we hope everyone had awonderful holiday season. Hopefully 2007 will be as good tos as 2006 was.We are having an appreciation dinner for all our voluneersthat work so diligently all year to keep our facility upnd running. All our board members, kitchen staff, officetaff, activity co-coordinators, maintenance etc. are all voluneerpeople, so to show our appreciation for all the work thats done, we put on a dinner once a year.At this time I would like to thank all the members thatut in so much time to make this facility a welcoming placeo come to.Dates to remember:January 1 – Office ClosedJanuary 2 – Kitchen re-opensJanuary 5 – Birthday lunch 11:30 a.m.January 7 and 21 – Jammers 7:00 p.m.January 9 – Board Meeting 9:30 a.m.January 12 – General meeting 1:30 p.m.January 13 – Appreciation dinner 5:00 p.m.Dinner 6:00 p.m.January 14 – Pancake breakfast 8:00 a.m. to noonJanuary 19 – Oldie Goldies Dance –7:00 p.m.]A Prayer for PeaceThis Season God, we turn to prayer,To lift all people to thy care,Regardless of their race or creedWe realize a common need.Grave problems loom to bring unrest,Disturb intentions of our questFor Peace on Earth, where love should reign,To know Thy joy instead of painthat culture differences have broughtConsuming lives, as wars are fought.We realize that sinful raceMust turn its gaze to seek Thy face,And that Thy presence and Thy powerShall light the way in this dark hour.Author unknownSubmitted By Lili SeeryThe proposed tax changesfor income trusts eliminatetheir preferential tax treatment,making them potentiallyless attractive to investors.Based on this, incometrust prices dropped sharplyin early November. We continueto recommend cautionwhen it comes to investingin income trusts.What Happened?The proposed changes inthe tax law will treat incometrusts like corporations,eliminating their tax advantage.Beginning in 2007,new trusts will be taxed ascorporations. Existing trustswill be taxed as corporationsbeginning in 2011. Weexpect some income trustswill consider converting tothe corporate structure andmost will reduce their distributionsin 2011 whenthey must pay taxes. Theproposal reduces expectedreturns significantly forforeign investors, pensionfunds and investors holdingincome trusts in taxdeferredaccounts such asRRSPs in 2011. However,taxable investors will be ableto deduct any corporate taxespaid, similar to the currenttreatment of dividends.Two other provisions inthe proposed tax changeswere favourable for seniors.These include raising theincome-tested age creditby $1,000 and permittingincome splitting fromMaintain Caution on Income Trustspensions and other registeredretirement income.If passed into law, thesechanges would reduce taxesfor many seniors, providingthem with additionalincome. Although we expectthese changes will be enactedinto law, some provisionscould be altered along theway. As we’ve recently seen,surprises happen.Still Say No to IncomeTrustsMost companies that currentlyoperate as incometrusts are small, risky, cyclicalbusinesses. As a result,we believe they may not beable to sustain their distributionsover time. In addition,those distributionscould decrease in 2011when they would begin payingtaxes under the proposedchanges.For these reasons, wecontinue to believe thatmost income trust investmentsare not suitable forconservative long-terminvestors. We generally recommendyou allocate lessthan 5% of your portfolioto aggressive investments,and most income trusts areaggressive.Review Your PortfolioIf you own income trusts,ask your investment representativefor a free investmentreview to determinewhether these investmentsstill make sense for you.Since existing trusts areexpected to begin payingcorporate taxes in 2011,their prices could declineover time, and distributionscould be cut at any time ifthe underlying business falters.We believe most investorswho need incomewould benefit from a mixof investments that provideboth current and risingincome. To achieve this,we recommend combiningbonds, mutual funds and/orDr. D. Barry DextrazeNew PatientsWelcome!stocks that have a history ofincreasing their dividends.Speak to a financialadvisor about what’s bestfor your situation.Edward Jones, Member CIPF.PICK UP THEPHONE!Seniors Outreach Service Societyin conjunction with Canada Safewaywill help you do your shopping.There is no extra charge!FREE!Service available to Seniors in need ofassistance, Shut-Ins, and Disabled onlyPick Up The Phone & PlaceYour Grocery & Prescription Orders.(Minimum $25 Please)Sahali314-0091314-0092Dr. Barry DextrazeGeneral PractitionerProviding Preventative,Restorative, Cosmeticand Family DentistryAsk us about:Dental ImplantsZOO M ! Whitening ng SystemCall 376-5354email: drdex@kamloops.netwww.drdextraze.com#21 Fortune Shopping CentreFree ParkingEvery Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 12 NoonChristmas is not in tinseland lights and outwardshow. The secret lies in aninner glow. It’s lighting afire inside the heart.Good will and joy a vitalpart. It’s higher thoughtand a greater plan.It’s glorious dream in thesoul of man.~Wilfred A. Peterson(The Art of Living)North Shore376-5447376-5457Available at: Sahali & North Shore Safeway, Kamloops.For more information, Please Call:dex06_novSahali 374-2811North Shore 376-8439saf01

Page 24 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comJanuary 2007Submitted by Carolyn Palagas, Msc, AudcMost hearing aid batteriesare “zinc-air,” which meansthey use the air outside thebattery as a source of power.These batteries are muchmore efficient than the mercuryand silver systems ofyears past.A zinc air battery willlways have a coloured tab,which seals the air holesn the battery and ensuresreshness until you are readyo use the battery. Neveremove the tab until youre ready to use the batery.To activate the battery,How long will my hearing aid batteries last?you simply remove the tab,wait about one minute priorto inserting the batteryinto your hearing aid. Thisallows sufficient time for theair to enter and activate theingredients. Once the tab isremoved, there is no advantageto replacing it when thebattery is not in use.The coloured tab thatseals the hearing aid batteryis “universal” among all batterymanufacturers. Thereare four sizes/colours thatare the most common.• Size 10 (yellow tab) –should last about 90 hours;• Size 312 (brown tab) –should last about 120 hours;• Size 13 (orange tab) –should last about 140 hours;• Size 675 (blue tab) –should last about 180-190hours.As a rule of thumb, thelarger the battery, the longerthe battery life.Battery life is determinedby several factors, such asthe hours the hearing aid isworn, the amount of poweror “amplification” requiredto properly fit the hearingloss as well as the type of listeningsituation you are in.For example, in noisy environmentsthe hearing aidwill use more battery powerbecause the instrument hasto work harder to processsounds correctly.To monitor how long yourbattery is lasting, once youpeel the tab off your battery,place the tab on your calendarand monitor the numberof hours before you need tochange it.If you don’t get the correctamount of usage, your hearingaid may need servicing.All battery sizes are rated bynumber of hours of usage.Batteries should be storedat room temperature. Heatwill shorten the life of thebatteries and refrigeration isnot recommended becausethe moisture reduces batterylife. Extreme temperaturescan drain the batteryof power, as well as veryhumid conditions. Do notcarry batteries in a purse orpocket where they may havecontact with metal objectssuch as keys or coins, as thatcould “short” out the battery.Batteries should be stored inthe manufacturer’s packaginguntil use. When carryinga spare battery, it shouldbe placed in a non-metalliccontainer to prevent contactwith metal objects, suchas keys or coins, in order toprevent short-circuiting ofthe battery. Also, rememberto open your battery doorwhen you are not wearingthe hearing aid so that youdon’t drain the battery.If you find that the batterylife on your hearing aidhas changed, it is recommendedthat you take yourhearing aid to be cleanedand checked to ensure that itis functioning properly.By Alvera SivertsonIt is good to see the baresidewalks again after the bigsnowfall. I took the bus afew times, and had to climbover snow drifts to get onand off the bus. I grew upin Winnipeg and the busstops and intersections werealways cleared of snow.And the buses, whichwere mostly trolleys, ranvery 15 to 20 minutes, sevndays a week, includingundays and holidays.My sisters and I, ages 10,, and 4 took three buses tounday school, starting inPonderosa Place newsCreating Tomorrow:Endowment Fundraising CampaignDecember 1944, when wemoved to Winnipeg fromRabbit Lake, a little town innorthern Saskatchewan.On Dec. 5, I attended theSenior Connector appreciationnight at Desert Gardens.The Hub City Singerssang carols for us. It wasvery enjoyable. I sat at atable with Maisie, age 100.What a lively lady, robust ofspeech and very good company.On Dec. 12 we had ourChristmas dinner here, with90 in attendance, which wascatered by Detlef Bahnsen.It was a turkey dinnerof superb quality. ThanksDetlef and helpers. Danaand Luke sang for us, with aspecial guest appearance byHannah, age 7. All three ofthem are very musicaly talented.On Dec. 13, we had bingowith 27 attending. Wehad lots of candy treats andprizes. Thanks Mona P andHelen K.Dec. 20 will be our birthdaytea with carol singing.Dec. 21 is the start of mybig trip. I will be flying fromKamloops toVancouver toWarning signs of diabetesBy Missagh Manshadi, BScPharmThe Medicine Shoppe PharmacyIn this article we’d like totalk about the warning signsof diabetes. Please payattention to these signs andseek help from your doctorregarding yourself, a memberof family or friends.1. Excessive thirst.2. Frequent urination.3. Rapid weight loss.4. Blurred vision.5. Change in appetite.6. Unusual tiredness.7. Irritability.8. Itchy skin.9. Tingling in limbs.10. Sweet-smelling breath.11. Slow healing of cuts.12. Nausea and vomiting.13. Severe abdominal pain.1.5 million Canadianshave diabetes and know it.Another 750,000 have itand don’t know.Diabetes is the leadingcause of death by disease inCanada.When I was young I was called a rugged individualist.When I was in my fifties I was considered eccentric. Here I am doing and saying the samethings I did then and I’m labelled senile.~ George Burns ( Just you and me Kid, 1979)Kamloops Foundation is joining forces with Kamloops Art Gallery,Kamloops Symphony and Western Canada Theatre in an endowmentfundraising campaign that will see every dollar raised matched by theBC Arts Renaissance Fund.Help us reach our 2006 fundraising goal of $60,000!Heathrow to Dubai and finishingwith a two-hour taxiride to Al Ain, where mydaughter Susan lives.She is treating me to thistrip, and I will be spendinga month with her. I neverthought I would turn into aworld traveller at age 69.Wishing you all a merryChristmas and a happy NewYear.As you get older threethings happen. The first isyour memory goes, and Ican’t remember the othertwo...~ Sir Norman WisdomHoliday wishes and prosperity to all ouradvertisers, readers and contributors.Merry Christmas & Happy 2007!Mike KeetchPublisherSierre AllisonProductionLori KeetchEditorGreg KeetchTechnicalGlen BishopSalesJudi DupontProduction107 - 540 Seymour St. 374-8883The Senior Connector Welcomes Glen BishopWe are pleased to welcome Glen Bishopto the Senior Connector team.Glen will be in charge of advertising salesand looks forward to answering anyquestions you may have regardingadvertising in the Senior Connector.Give Glen a call at 374-8883 or send himan e-mail at editor@seniorconnector.comand he will help you realize your advertisinggoals.The Senior Connector is distributed to 35,000 households inKamloops and to seniors’ centers, residences and other locationsthroughout the Thompson, Nicola, Shuswap and Cariboo regions.The Seniors’ Own Newspaper ~ Free!Suite 107-540 Seymour St.Kamloops BCTel: 374-8883Fax: 374-8802www.seniorconnector.com

January 2007 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 25Premier’s Council on Aging makes recommendations to provinceView from VictoriaClaude Richmond, MLA KamloopsMinister of Employment and IncomeAssistanceThe Premier’s Council onAging and Seniors’ Issuesresented its report to theremier on Dec. 1, afterore than a year of researchhroughout the province.The report is wide rangingand has recommendations,which could impact aseries of provincial ministries.It is a most significantdocument and will be ofgreat concern to anyoneapproaching retirement age.Here are some of the recommendations.• Protect human rights andend mandatory retirement;• Make workplaces moreflexible;• Live healthier;• Help people stay independent;• Improve health care quality;• Support the right healthtreatments, services anddevices;• Provide leadership onaging issues;• Respond to diversity;• Create neighbourhoodswhere people can thrive;Death of an InnocentI went to a party Mom,I remembered what you said.You told me not to drink, Mom,So I drank soda instead.I really felt proud inside, Mom,The way you said I would.I didn’t drink and drive, Mom,Even though the others said I should.I know I did the right thing, Mom,I know you are always right.Now the party is finally ending, Mom,As everyone is driving out of sight.As I got into my car, Mom,knew I’d get home in one piece.ecause of the way you raised me,o responsible and sweet.started to drive away, Mom,ut as I pulled out into the road,he other car didn’t see me, Mom,And hit me like a load.As I lay there on the pavement, Mom,hear the policeman say,The other guy is drunk,” Mom,And now I’m the one who will pay.’m lying here dying, Mom....wish you’d get here soon.ow could this happen to me, Mom?y life just burst like a balloon.here is blood all around me, Mom,And most of it is mine.hear the medic say, Mom,’ll die in a short time.Don’t Drink and DriveWe’ll drive you in your own car for FREE!Dec. 22, 23, 29, 30 & 31 from 9 p.m. – 3 a.m.372-5110• Make affordable housing apriority;• Make it easier for peopleto get around;• Support volunteerism;• Get information out;• Ensure sufficient incomesfor older people;• Recognize informal caregivers• Save for retirement.Seniors are the fastestgrowing demographic inB.C. and we’re committedto helping them live healthy,active and independent lives.In fact one of government’sgreat goals is buildingthe best system of supportfor seniors in Canada.That’s why the Premier’sCouncil on Aging and Seniors’Issues was established - toprovide us with recommendationsthat help uslook ahead and plan for ourI just wanted to tell you, Mom,I swear I didn’t drink.It was the others, Mom.The others didn’t think.He was probably at the same party as I.The only difference is, he drankAnd I will die.Why do people drink, Mom?It can ruin your whole life.I’m feeling sharp pains now.Pains just like a knife.The guy who hit me is walking, Mom,And I don’t think it’s fair.I’m lying here dyingAnd all he can do is stare.Tell my brother not to cry, Mom.Tell Daddy to be brave.And when I go to heaven, Mom,Put “Daddy’s Girl” on my grave.Someone should have told him, Mom,Not to drink and drive.If only they had told him, Mom,I would still be alive.My breath is getting shorter, Mom.I’m becoming very scared.Please don’t cry for me, Mom.When I needed you, you were alwaysthere.I have one last question, Mom.Before I say goodbye.I didn’t drink and drive,So why am I the one to die?~ Author UnknownOPERATIONREDNOSEorn01_novfuture to ensure we’re readyto meet the needs of ouraging population.The council was askedto provide us with somebold new visioning for thedecades ahead, when one infour British Columbians willbe over age 65.We welcome this reportand appreciate the work themembers have done duringthe past year.My colleagues and I lookforward to reviewing thisreport with careful consideration.Government is consideringthe Human Rights Codeamendments on mandatoryretirement and age discriminationthe cuncil has proposed.As we move forward, wewill be consulting on aspectsof the recommendations.This may include a fullstudy of how to address anyimpacts that changes to theHuman Rights Code mighthave on employment andlabour legislation and relationships.In the next decade weanticipate that there will bea million job openings inBC and during that periodwe will graduate from ourschool system just 650,000people.B.C. is already a leaderin making the workplaceEd BarkerYour “RESULTS“ Realtor in KamloopsOffice/Pager: (250) 374-3331Toll Free: 1-800-553-3322Fax: (250) 828-9544E-mail: edbarker@remax.netmore flexible and we willbe examining more flexiblework options including parttime work, job sharing, flexiblework schedules, telecommutingarrangements and arange of leave provisions thatallow people to take unpaidtime off work.These are just a few of themany recommendations thatwe will be examining overthe next months.If you would like to readthe whole report, pleasego to my website at: www.clauderichmondmla.bc.caand follow the links or dropinto my office and we will bepleased to provide you withone.Looking to buy or sell in 2007?Ed Barker258 Seymour St.Independently Owned and OperatedFor caring, friendly real estate servicecall ED at RE/MAX 374-3331www.KamloopsResultsRealtor.comThe Hamlets at Westsyde is an exciting new community of care thatis currently under construction at the corner of Overlander Drive andBank Road in Westsyde.The Hamlets at Westsyde will have assisted living suites and privaterooms for individuals needing complex care within a unique communitysetting. No matter what you are looking for, you can be assured that aquality way of living is waiting for you or your loved one.An assisted living show suite is set up in Westsyde at Coopers Mall. Weare located next to Home Hardware, #14 – 3435 Westsyde Road,Kamloops.The show suite is open Monday to Friday 9am-2pm.For more information on The Hamlets at Westsyde you can stop by or call579-9061 and ask for Linda or email linda@thehamletsatwestsyde.comham04_octbed04_jun

Page 26 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comJanuary 2007Seniors' Special20% offall day every dayoff Seniors' MenuAsk for a G.O.C. Cardlif06_julySundayBrunch 9-2A Family Style Restaurant • Any Taste, Any Time90 B 1967 East Trans Can Hwy, Kamloops250.851.98456am - 9pm • 7 days a weekis...24-hours-a-day/365 days a year,Help at the push of a buttonCall now for more information:THOMPSON LIFELINE1-888-339-6588374-3540rky01_febWhen others can't be there,Armstrong Seniors’Activity CentreActivities: – Dance – Band– Carpet Bowling – FriendshipClub – Snooker2520 Patterson Ave.Armstrong, B.C. V0E 1B0Ashcroft-Cache CreekOapo #111Activities: – Bridge – CarpetBowling – Tai Chi –Whist – Cribbage – Bingo601 BancroftAshcroft, B.C.453-9762Barriere & DistrictSeniors SocietyActivities: – Cards – Whist– Bingo– Carpet Bowling433 Barriere Town RoadBox 791 Barriere, B.C.V0E 1E0 672-0017Canoe Seniors’ ActivityCentreOpen: Monday to FridayActivities: – Bingo – CarpetBowling – Cribbage– Dancing – Sewing7330 – 49th St. NECanoe, B.C. V0E 1K0Seniors Centres in the RegionChase Seniors CentreOapo #53Activities: - Wood Carving- Carpet Bowling - Bingo- Line Dancing - Crafts -Cribbage - Exercise542 Shuswap AvenueChase, B.C.679-8522Clearwater Friendly ClubOapo #137Activities: – Carpet Bowling– Friendly ClubEvergreen AcresClearwater, B.C.674-3365Enderby & District SeniorCitizen’s Society1101 George St.Enderby, B.C. V0E 1V0838-7541Desert GardensCommunity CentreActivities: – Square Dancing– Tai Chi – LadiesCrafts – Carpet Bowling –Cribbage – Line Dancing540 Seymour St.Kamloops, B.C. V2C 2G9372-5110North Shore CommunityCentreActivities: – Carpet Bowling– Karate – Tai Chi– Whist – Carpet Bowling– Cribbage#452-730 Cottonwood Ave.Kamloops, B.C. V2B 8M6376-4777Merritt Senior CentreOapo #168Activities: – Crafts – Whist– Crib – Bingo – Bridge– Line Dancing – CarpetBowling – Court Whist– Floor Curling – Rummoli– Billiards2202 Jackson Ave.Merritt, B.C. V0K 2B0378-2536Shuswap Lake Senior CitizensActivities: – Pool – Crib– Whist – Bridge31 Hudson Ave.Salmon Arm, B.C.V1E 4P6 832-3015Salmon Arm SeniorsAssoc Br#109Open: Sunday to FridayActivities: – Keep Fit– Crib – Social Bridge– Handcrafts – Chess –Duplicate Bridge – Whist– Sing-a-long531 Okanagan Ave. NESalmon Arm, B.C.832-1065Salmon Arm Seniors’Resource CentreOpen: Sunday to SaturdayActivities: – Bingo – BeginnerYoga – AA Back ToBasics – Handiwork &Chat Group51-6th St. NESalmon Arm, B.C.V1E 1H1 832-7000Savona Oapo #129Activities: – Crafts – Crib6605 Buie Road/SavonaAccess Road Savona, B.C.373-2611Senior Citizens ActivityCentre176 North 4th Ave.Williams Lake, B.C.250 392-7946Hours: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Monday to FridaySeniors’ ServicesCity of Kamloops emergency 372-1710 Royal Inland Hospital 374-5111TOP NOTCH SCOOTERS& Medical Equipment• New & Used Sales• Rentals• Service Department• In-Home DemoJim Duggan Ph: 376-2977 • Fax: 376-2889388 Tranquille Rd.tns01_marJust a few ofmy servicesinclude:• Shopping• Yard Work• Driving• OrganizingYour Home• PersonalDeliveries• Pet WalkingColeen’s Helping HandPersonal Assistant ServiceColeen LeBlanc“A New Level ofOrganization”(250) 320-2006sjcleblanc@shaw.cacol02_febNEEDHELP?Call for a freeconsultation.CARE CONCEPTS SERVICESPalliative CareRespite CareMeal PreparationLight HousekeepingPersonal CareFoot Care“We care for your loved ones”VACRegisteredProviderCCS04_DEC24/7 Home Support ServicesFully Licensed and insuredTel. (250)554-3555• Full Funeral Provider• Pre-Arrangements• In Home Service• Prices Quoted• We Accept All Pre-ArrangedMemorial Societies &Funeral Policies• Enquiries Welcome,Call 24 Hours a DayKamloops:314-1081Salmon Arm:833-11294060-1st Ave. Swffs01_marFull Service Pet CentreDare to Compare…• Pick Up & Delivery• Obedience Training• Doggy Daycare• Overnight Care• Pet Grooming• Gift Shop1006B Victoria Street, Kamloops250 374-5273rov01_novYour Money Has A Future. What’s Next?Christine Dairon, PFPFinancial Planner,Investment & RetirementPlanningdai02_febTalk To Me.I can help you decide what yournext investment steps should be.Call 250-828-8880 today for acomplimentary financial review.Mon-Thurs9am-3pm828-0600#103-540 Seymour StreetGrocery Shopping • Information & ReferralsFalls Prevention Home Safety ChecksSenior Peer Counselling • Good Morning Calls• Friendly Visitorssos07_febRetirement Tax Advice,Final & Estate Returns.PreciseAccurateGuaranteed“New” Location358 Seymour St.851-9917Village Square359 Tranquille Rd.554-5458lts03_may

January 2007 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 27Holiday eating survival tips from dietitians of CanadaAs the holiday season getsnderway, calendars areuickly filling up with allorts of fun events, seasonalet-togethers and food!With some thoughtfullanning, holiday treats cane part of healthy eating.Dietitians of Canada havehe following tips to helpyou and your family makeealthful food and beveragehoices as a guest or host.1. Visualize what youJanuary Calendar Senior Connector©might have to eat or drinkbefore attending a holidayevent. Mentally makea “game plan” of the idealamounts and kinds of foodand beverages you’ll have,and you will find it easierto pace yourself and yourchoices at the party.While it may sound a bitunusual, this mental preparationwill give you an edgeand will help you controlyour choices. Athletes oftenSavona and Area O.A.P.O.O.A.P.O BRANCH #1296605 Buie Road/Savona Access Roaduse it to achieve their goals;so can you.2. Maintain your weightthroughout the holidays bybeing careful about the kindsand amounts of food anddrinks you consume.Have breakfast and severalsmall meals throughoutthe day so you are nottempted to overeat later inthe day. Limit the numberof appetizers you eat, especiallyif you are planning toJennifer Coburn373-0081Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday1 2 3 4 567Happy NewYear!Savona WeightLoss Club8:15 amExercise 9:30Coffee 10:00UPS cards 7:00Exercise 8:45Coffee 9:30Exercise 8:45Coffee 9:30Exercise 8:45Coffee 9:30Crib 7:00 pm8 9 10 11 1213Exercise 8:45Coffee 9:30Crib 7:00 pm14 Savona 15 16 17 18 19 20Weight Loss Club Potluck 6pm8:15 am Annual General Exercise 8:45Exercise 8:45Exercise 9:30 Meeting & Coffee 9:30Coffee 9:30Coffee 10:00 Election ofCrib 7:00 pmUPS cards 7:00 Officers21 Savona 22 2324 25 2627Weight Loss ClubExercise 8:458:15 amExercise 8:45Exercise 9:30Coffee 9:30Coffee 9:30Coffee 10:00UPS cards 7:00Crib 7:00 pm28 Savona 29 30 31 Did you ever see an unhappy horse?Weight Loss ClubDid you ever see a bird that has the blues?8:15 amExercise 8:45One reason why birds and horses are notExercise 9:30Coffee 9:30 unhappy is because they are not trying to impressother birds and horses.Coffee 10:00UPS cards 7:00~Dale Carnegiehave a full meal later. If youare having a buffet, choosethe smaller size plate, surveythe choices before you startfilling your plate and takeonly what you need to feelsatisfied.3. Let the holiday spiritmove you! Make a specificplan to get regular exerciseduring the holidays – strivefor at least 30 minutes ofmoderate activity a day.Regular exercise not onlywill give you more energy tocope with the stress of theholiday bustle, but it can alsohelp to compensate for someof your food over-indulgence!No time to get to thegym? How about walkingto the grocery store whenyou only have a few items topick up, or taking the stairsinstead of the elevator atwork or in your apartment?Carry your groceries as asubstitute for lifting weights.Every bit of physical activityyou can sneak in counts.If you can’t get out of thehouse, do indoor exercisewhile watching your favouriteTV show or chatting onthe phone – squats, stretches,legwork, sit-ups, push-ups,treadmill… you get the picture.4. Keep a stock of ‘healthy,lower calorie’ snacks in thefridge. These items candouble as mini-meals tokeep you energized duringyour busy days. Choosefruit, vegetables, vegetablesoups, low-fat yogurt, skimmilk, fat-free sour cream,light cream cheese, hummus,whole-grain crackersand breads, cereals, lean delichicken, turkey or roast beef,nuts and seeds, and water.Remember the 80/20 rule– by eating nutritious higherfibre, lower fat foods mostdays, you can indulge in afew special occasions withoutoverturning your healthyeating plans.5. If you are the host,make sure you serve plentyof festively coloured fruitsand vegetables to yourguests. For fun and flavour,dress up your vegetables andsalads with red and greenpeppers, cherry tomatoes,red pimentos or cranberries.Serve vinaigrette dressingson the side, instead ofcreamy dressings. For dessert,serve up a big platterof sliced red and greenapples, kiwi fruit, red andgreen grapes, and pomegranatesnext to a smaller plateof baked goodies. Createan edible centrepiece with abowl of mandarin oranges ortangerines.6. Alcoholic drinks of anykind are loaded with caloriesand can dehydrate you. Ifyou do drink alcohol, do soin moderation.Plan to have water or sodawater with a slice of lemonor lime between each drinkto pace your intake. If youare the host, make sure youhave one or more non-alcoholicoption, such as sparklingwater with lemon,cranberry juice spritzers, virginCaesars, non-alcoholicbeers, and lower fat eggnogs.The holidays are a timefor socializing with friendsand family – focus on theoccasion, not on the overabundanceof food. Withsome wise planning for anactive holiday and moderationin your food choices,when it comes time to writethose New Year’s resolutions,“losing weight” won’t beamong them.OrnamentsEarly Christmas treeshad real fruit and flowersand candles as decorations,which looked greatbut was very heavy on thebranches. German glassblowers began producingglass balls to replace theheavy decorations. Thesebecame known as bulbs.In the 1800s the women’spublication, Godey’sLadies Book, popularizedthe making of homemadeChristmas ornaments anddecorations.Shuswap Lake Senior Citizens’ Society, Salmon ArmShuswap Lake Senior Citizens SocietyBox 1552 — 31 Hudson St. NEJanuary Calendar Senior Connector©Salmon Arm, V1E 4P6 250-832-3015Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday1 2 3 4 567SpiritualistChurch 11amBingo5pm-9:30Earlybird6:30pmRegular 7pmPool 8 9 10 11 Pool 1213Ladies PoolPool PoolWhist 7pm Drop in CardsMt. Ida Painters9am-2pmPoolArt 10-12Spiritualist 7PoolArt 10-12Spiritualist 7PoolLunch 11:30-1Soup, Sand,DessertBingo5pm-9:30Earlybird6:30pmRegular 7pmPhoto Club 71415 16 17 18 19 20PoolPool BingoSpiritualistLadies PoolPool Pool Pool Lunch 11:30-1 5pm-9:30ChurchArt 10-12 Dir. Mtg. 11am Drop in Cards Soup, Sand, EarlybirdMt. Ida Painters11amSpiritualist 7Whist 7pmDessert 6:30pm9am-2pmSingles 2pmRegular 7pm21 Pool 22 2324 25 Pool 26 Bingo 27Spiritualist Ladies Pool PoolPool Lunch 11:30-1 5pm-9:30Church Mt. Ida Painters Art 10-12 Pool Drop in Cards Soup, Sand, Earlybird11am 9am-2pm Spiritualist 7 Whist 7pmPotluck 5:30 Dessert 6:30pmPhoto Club 7Regular 7pmSpiritualistChurch11amClosedHappy NewYearPoolArt 10-12Spiritualist 7PoolWhist 7pm28 29 30 31PoolPoolDrop in CardsWhist 7pmMt. Ida Painters9am-2pmPoolDrop in CardsProud to sponsor Shuswap Lake Senior Citizens’ Society CalendarLunch 11:30-1Soup, Sand,DessertWe now have Ladies Pool every MondayCoffee is always on and the card decks arealways on the tableDrop in Centre Rentals Call Eleanor 833-0606111 Lakeshore Drive, Salmon Arm • 250-832-2064ask01_shuswapcalClearwater Friendly ClubO.A.P.O. #137Evergreen AcresJanuary Calendar Senior Connector©Phone: 674-3365 674-2706 674-3326 587-6338Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday7141 2 3 4 56Friendly Club Carpet Coffee &New Year's Day1:30pm Bowling Crafts 10 amMonthly1-4pmMeetingCarpetBowling10am-12pm1-4pm8 9 10 11 1213Potluck1:30pmCarpetBowling1-4pm15 16 17 18 19 20CarpetFriendly Club Carpet Coffee &Bowling1:30pm Bowling Crafts 10 am10am-12pm1-4pm1-4pm21 22 2324 25 2627CarpetFriendly Club CarpetCoffee &Bowling1:30pm BowlingCrafts 10 am10am-12pm1-4pm1-4pm28 29 30 31CarpetBowling10am-12pmFriendly Club1:30pm1-4pmCoffee &Crafts 10 amWinter is a time to gather goldenmoments and enjoy every idlehour.~ Judith BoswellProud to sponsor the Clearwater Friendly Club calendar of eventsSafety Mart AG FoodsBrookfi eld Shopping Centre, Clearwater(250) 674-2213sty01_calHoursMon-Thurs .....9am-6pmFri .................... 9am-8 pmSat ................... 9am-6 pmSun .................. 10am-5pm

Page 28 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comJanuary 2007Little Fort Community CentreJanuary Calendar Senior Connector©Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday714Happy NewYearBingodoors open at5:30PO Box 140 McNab Rd Little Fort V0E 2C0(250) 677-42721 2 3 4 568 9 10 11 1213L.F.V.F.D.Prac. 7pmL.F.V.F.D.Prac. 7pm21 22 2324 25 2627LFVDBingodoors open at5:30Carpet Bowl 7-9Bookmobile6 pmWI Meeting10amCarpet Bowl 7-9Carpet Bowl7-9Glenfair NewsBy Sharon ForbesSeason’s greetings! BestWishes for the holiday seaonand for 2007.Thank you to the Senioronnector for the niceAppreciation Evening onec. 5. Helen W., Maisie. and I attended. HelenW. won a door prize. A lesonin patience was practiceds we (Helen and I) waitedorever for a “booked-inadvance”wheelchair taxi toand from Desert Gardens!Large beautiful snowflakessoftly floated to theground as we waited to gohome. A calming scene!The board meeting washeld Nov. 21. Twenty-threepeople attended.The general meeting washeld Dec. 6. Thirteen peopleattended.Thank you to everyonethat helped to decorate theL.F.V.F.D.Prac. 7pmL.F.V.F.D.Prac. 7pmCarpet Bowl7-9Rec SocietyMtg. 7pmCarpet Bowl 7-9Carpet Bowl7-9hall for the festive season.The craft sale at the hallon Nov. 19 was a success.Well done Brenda! Thankyou to everyone that helpedout. Thank you to Bill B forshoveling out around the busshelter and other areas atGlenfair.Condolences to Audrey J.on the loss of her brother.There are many “unsungheroes” around Glenfair.Thank you. The world is aFirst FridayCoffee House7pm at the HallMeat Draw atFrontier Pub2:00Meat Draw atFrontier Pub2:0015 16 17 18 19 20Meat Draw atCarpet Bowl7-9Carpet BowlFrontier Pub7-92:00Meat Draw atFrontier Pub2:00better place because of peoplelike you.Birthday greetings forJanuary go out to Irene K,Jacelyn T, William B, FernM, Norma D, and Elon N.In closing, I leave youwith this quote:“Lord, fill my mouth withworthwhile stuff and nudgeme when I’ve said enough.”Christmas is doing a littlesomething extra forsomeone. ~ Charles SchulzLogan Lake SeniorsJanuary Calendar Senior Connector©Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayClosed7Closed Open 9-12 Open 9-3Fly Tying 1Closed14Open 9-12Drop-in Centre,80-150 Opal Village Centre MallPresident: Archie White 523-27591 2 3 4 56Open 9-3ClosedOpen 9-12 Open 9-3Fly Tying 18 9 10 11 1213Open 9-3Bingo1-3Closed15 16 17 18 19 20ClosedOpen 9-3Bingo1-321 22 2324 25 2627Open 9-12Open 9-3Fly Tying 1Open 9-3Fly Tying 1Can-Ital Ladies SocietyThe Can-Ital Ladies Societyhas been busy spreadingChristmas joy to manyorganizations in Kamloopsand area.Donations amountingto $10,000 have beendistributed among RoyalInland Hospital, Hospice,ALS, Multiple Sclerosis,Juvenile Diabetes, Croan’s,Haemophilia, Alzheimer’s,Kidney, Parkinson’s, ChristmasAmalgamated, ThruppCarpetBowling 9-3Open 9-3CarpetBowling 9-3Open 9-3CarpetBowling 9-3Open 9-3CarpetBowling 9-3Open 9-12Open 9-12Open 9-12Open 9-12GeneralMtg. 1Manor and TRU.The ladies also sponsor afoster child in India.Funds are raised by theSociety’s annual ValentineDinner and Dance, springand fall fashion show, Folkfestand bazaar.The Society wisheseveryone a very happy NewYear and thank all whosupport their events, whichmakes it possible for themto make these donations.Open 9-3Bingo1-3Open 9-3Bingo1-3Closed28 29 30 31Carpet Bowl7-9Bookmobile 6L.F.V.F.D.Prac. 7pmEverything should be made assimple as possible, but notsimpler.~Albert Einstein28 29 30 31Closed Open 9-12Open 9-3 Open 9-3Fly Tying 1 CarpetBowling 9-3One kind word can warmthree winter months.~ Japanese proverbANAVETS Unit 290January Calendar Senior Connector©444 Tranquille RoadKamloops, B.C. V2B 3H2554-2455Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayMeat Draw 3pmNavel VetsMeet 2pmMeat Draw 3pm714Gen meeting 10Breakfast 8-10Meat Draw 3pmHappy NewYears!Levy startsat 1pmLeaque Pool& Crib 7pmLeaque Pool& Crib 7pm1 2 3 6Free Bingo4:30pmLA Meet 7pmKaraoke 7pmFree Bingo4:30pmLA Meet 7pmKaraoke 7pmLeaque Darts7:30pm4 5T.G.I.FMeat Draw7pmT.G.I.FMeat Draw7pm15 16 17 18 19 20KMDL 7pm Leaque Darts T.G.I.F Meat Draw7:30pm Meat Draw3pm7pmFree Bingo4:30pmExec Meet7:30pmKaraoke 7pmKMDL 7pmKMDL 7pmLeaque Darts7:30pmMeat Draw3pm8 9 10 11 121321 22 2324 25 2627T.G.I.F MolsonsLeaque Pool Free Bingo KMDL 7pm Leaque DartsMeat Draw4:30pm7:30pmDraw& Crib 7pmKaraoke 7pm7pm Dinner 7Meat Draw 328 29 30 31Leaque PoolKMDL 7pmFree Bingo& Crib 7pm 4:30pmMeat Draw 3pmKaraoke 7pmNorbroc Husky ServiceMeat Draw3pmLo. sifted through the winds that blow,Down comes the soft and silent snow,White petals from the flowers that grow,In the cold atmosphere.~ George W. BungayJack and the Norbroc Husky staff would like to thank everyone for theirpatronage over the years. Merry Christmas to all.Full service gas • Car wash • 3 service baysTotal automotive service and repair1208 Tranquille (opposite NorKam Secondary) • 376-7676Proud to sponsor theAnavets Calendarnhu03_calFraternal Order of Eagles #3453January Calendar Senior Connector©DinnerSpecial:Veal Cutletsor Liver &Onions 4-8pm755 Tranquille RoadKamloops, B.C.376-4633Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday1 Wing Night 2 Eagles Days 3 4 Kitchen Open 5 Meat Draw 6DinnerKing DaysJan. 27 is4pm to 8pm Horse Races &11am-9:00pm 3pmSpecial:Steak Sandwich Free Meet Draw 4 Fish 'n' Chipsour CustomerDinner SpecialAppreciation day! Veal CutletsCrib 7pm Charbroiled SteakServed all Day Dinner Special:or Liver &After 4pm Kitchen OpenKitchen open Homemade Darts 7:30pmMeat DrawOnions 4-8pm11am-8pm10am-8pm Schnitzel 4-8 pm.7:30pmBrunch 10-2pm7Dinner Special:Prime Rib &trimmingsL.A. Meat Draw 3pmKaraoke 7pm to close14Brunch 10-2pmDinner Special:Prime Rib &trimmingsL.A. Meat Draw 3pmKaraoke 7pm to closeDinnerSpecial:Veal Cutletsor Liver &Onions 4-8pm8Wing Night 9 Eagles Days 10 11 Kitchen Open 12 Meat Draw 13Horse Races & King Days 11am-9:00pm4pm to 8pm3pmFree Meet Draw 4 Fish 'n' Chips Dinner SpecialSteak SandwichCrib 7pm Charbroiled SteakServed all Day Dinner Special:After 4pmHomemadeKitchen OpenKitchen openDarts 7:30pm Meat DrawSchnitzel 4-8 pm.11am-8pm10am-8pm7:30pm15 Wing Night16 Eagles Days 17 18 Kitchen Open 19Meat Draw204pm to 8pmHorse Races & King Days 11am-9:00pm3pmFree Meet Draw 4Dinner SpecialSteak SandwichFish 'n' ChipsServed all Day Dinner Special:Charbroiled SteakCrib 7pmHomemadeAfter 4pmKitchen openKitchen OpenSchnitzel 4-8 pm. Darts 7:30pm Meat Draw10am-8pm7:30pm11am-8pmBrunch 10-2pm 21 22 Wing Night23Eagles Days 24 25 Kitchen Open 26 Meat Draw 27Dinner4pm to 8pmHorse Races &11am-9:00pmDinner Special:Special:Free Meet Draw 4 King Days3pmDinner SpecialPrime Rib &Steak SandwichVeal CutletsFish 'n' ChipsServed all Day Dinner Special:Charbroiled Steaktrimmingsor Liver &Homemade Crib 7pm After 4pmL.A. Meat Draw 3pmKitchen openKitchen OpenOnions 4-8pmSchnitzel 4-8 pm.Meat Draw10am-8pmDarts 7:30pmKaraoke 7pm to close7:30pm11am-8pm28 29 30 31Brunch 10-2pmWing Night Eagles DaysDinnerDinner Special:4pm to 8pm Horse Races &Special:Prime Rib &Steak Sandwich Free Meet Draw 4Veal CutletstrimmingsServed all Day Dinner Special:L.A. Meat Draw 3pm or Liver &Kitchen open HomemadeOnions 4-8pmKaraoke 7pm to close10am-8pmSchnitzel 4-8 pm.People Helping PeopleJanuary 1 Open at noon. New Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed.& Thur. we are now open 10am-11pm, Fri. & Sat 11amto midnight, Sunday 11am to 11pmLadies Aux. Meetings 1st & 3rd Monday of the monthMens Airie Meetings 2nd & 4th Monday of the monthFraternal Order of Eagles • Kamloops Aerie #3453755 Tranquille Road • 376-1311Come join usfor fun andfriendshipeag02_cal

January 2007 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 29Pet care tips for the cold weatherDuring the Christmas seasonwe often forget aboutchanges in temperature andhow it may affect our furryfriends.The following is a listof pointers to help you andyour pets enjoy winter.• Do not leave your petutdoors after exercise. Dryyour dog off and bring itndoors to get warm.• Make sure outdoor petsave adequate housing. Thehelter should be kept clean,ry and elevated off theround. The shelter shouldlso be of a size to preserveody heat.• Store antifreeze up andout of reach of pets and children.Antifreeze is extremelytoxic to pets. If you suspectyour pet has swallowed antifreeze,do not hesitate totake your pet to a veterinarian.• Secure garbage bagsand trash can lids. Dogs(and cats) ingest leftoversand decorations, which cancause blockage or intestinaltroubles.• Poinsettias, holly andmistletoe are also toxic.Keep them away from pets.• Keep alcohol away frompets. Alcohol, even in smallamounts, can be toxic andcould result in coma.• Anticipate guests arrivingat your home and confineyour dog to preventaccidental escape through anopen door.• Tuck electrical cordsaway. Puppies and kittenscan chew on these.• Food is the number onehazard during the holidays.Do not feed your pet bones,especially turkey or chicken.They splinter easily and cancause choking. Also, do notfeed your dog chocolate. It isalso toxic and can have seriousconsequences includingdeath. If you put out foodfor guests put your pet awayto be safe!The story of Silent NightThe words of this beautiful carol were born,ore than 100 years ago, in the village ofArnsdorf, Austria.It happened on the night before ChristasEve.The parish priest, Father Josef Mohr, wasroubled. The old organ in the little churchwas broken. He thought of the Christmasve service. If only there could be somepecial music!Coming home from a visit to a parishoner,Father Mohr found himself on theeights overlooking the little village; a fewights glimmered in the silent darkness.So it must have been in Bethlehem onhat silent night, holy night when Christ wasborn.Silent night, Holy night! Words came tohim. He hastened home and put them down.The next day he showed them to theorganist, Franz Gruber. As he read thewords, Gruber felt the beauty of that firstholy night.He began to sing, and those who listenedknew the song would be immortal.There was no organ music in the churchon Christmas Eve.As Father Mohr sang, with Gruberaccompanying him on the guitar, the congregationlistened in wonder to the first renditionof a song that was to be a Christmasgift to all the world – Silent Night.WEDDING BELLS. Congratulations to Gord and Kathy Williamson on your marriage. Thehappy couple was wed on Dec. 9 in front of family and friends by marriage commissionerAl Thompson. Gord’s daughter and son-in-law Barb and Hector Denton acted as witnesses.Kathy’s son Dean Hudon gave the blushing bride away. An intimate reception was held atGlenfair Hall.Photo by Lori KeetchPremier BathroomsBrings Freedom& Safety to Your Life“Just open the door, step in without any worry ofslipping or falling and bathe in comfort.Premier Bathrooms has helped thousands regaintheir independence.”FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR TO RECEIVEA FREE BROCHURE, CALL TOLL FREE:1-888-596-4909AS SEENON TVU.S.A. • CANADA • EUROPE

Page 30 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comJanuary 2007Victim Services providesvariety of servicesPhoto by Mike KeetchResident Don Cameron(L) and Manager Kimberley Hunka (R) present Major Martin Ketteringham of the Salvation Army with acheque for $2,500.00. The money is being donated to the Salvation Army by the residents and management of The Shores to assistwith their programs.Crafting the 2007 City of Kamloops budgetCity TalkCouncillor Arjun SinghIn the next month or so,your City Council will beouring over the 2007 cityudget, looking at how tofund all the different servicesprovided by City Hall while,at the same time, keepingtax increases low.I might be a wild eyedoptimist, but it would begreat if we could find a realisticways not to raise taxes,at least one of the years I amon council.The thing is, if not raisingtaxes is to be evenremotely realistic, we willneed your help.We need your ideas andthoughts. How can the cityderive more non tax revenue?Do you feel there areservices that could be cut?How can we be more efficient,as we work on yourAttention all Scouters, BPGuild & Former Scouters!1st Kamloops Scouting Group isCelebrating their 95th YearMemoribilia, T-shirts & hats for sale to commemoratethis achievement.These will be collectors itemsT-Shirts Youth & adult sizes: $ 15.00Hats in Youth & Adult sizes: $ 15.00If you purchase one of each the cost is: $25.00Lets all show our appreciation & support for 1stKamloops Scouting Groups AchievementContact Mary Martens at554-4450 for more informationbehalf?We hold a public consultationevery year on thebudget. The city’s directorof finance, Sally Edwards,is always interested in hearingfrom citizens about thebudget.Unfortunately, not a lotof people attend the publicconsulation or give thoughtsto Ms. Edwards.There is this notion thecity budget is “boring,” orat least, very hard to understand.There is no doubt I alsofeel intimidated as the thickbudget book lands on mydesk.But, probably the budgetis probably the most crucialreflection of community priorities,and if we don’t reflectpriorities accurately, this ismissed opportunity.So, I have ploughedthrough one budget booklast year and am now plougingthrough another.I know you elect peoplelike me to plough throughsome of the stuff you wouldrather not plough through.And I am prepared to dothat. But, some guidancewould also be appreciated– from any quarter.I plan to write about thecity budget discussions onmy website – yourkamloops.com.I will try to summarizethe main points of the discussionand direction.And I warmly ask foryour attendance at the citybudget public consultation –now scheduled for March 5.HELP US END ANIMAL CRUELTYEvery single hour in BC an animal is abused or neglected.The BC SPCA urgently needs your help to speak out for the abused and neglectedanimals who continue to suffer in BC. Please take action today by joining the BC SPCA’sEnd Animal Cruelty Campaign.BCSPCASpeaking for Animalswww.EndAnimalCruelty.comWe have few possessionstruly ours. A promise isone, our credibility another.To increase the latter,we must keep the former.The following is part of a series of informational articles aimedat increasing public awareness about the services provided by theKamloops RCMP Victim Services Unit.The Kamloops RCMP Victim Services Unit offers a varietyof information and services, at no cost, to any victim orwitness of crime or trauma.All unit members have received specialized, comprehensivetraining in victim’s issues, the criminal justice system andcrisis intervention techniques.The unit is located at the main Kamloops RCMP detachmentat 560 Battle St. Victim Services operates 24 hours aday, seven days a week, and may be accessed by calling 250-828-3223.Victim Services offers crisis intervention services andemotional support. Victim Services can provide informationabout the police investigation, the court process, traumareactions and community resources.Practical assistance in completing victim impact statements,applying for compensation and obtaining home securitychecks are also offered.Victims and witnesses who are required to testify in courtmay receive assistance with court orientation and accompaniment.Kamloops RCMP Victim Services is always looking formature, reliable, flexible individuals who are interested insharing their time and talents to assist victims and witnessesof crime and trauma.If you are over 19 years of age, possess a valid driver’slicense and have a desire to make a difference, Victim Serviceswants you.For further information about volunteering and/or ourservices, please contact the office at 250-828-3223.The Christmas cardThere is a list of folks I knowAll written in a book,And every year at ChristmasTime I go and take a look.And that is when I realize thatThese names are a partNot of the book they’ve written inBut of my very heart.For each name stands for someoneWho has touched my life sometime,And in that meeting they’ve becomeThe “Rhythm of the Rhyme.”I really feel I am composedOf each remembered name,And while you may not be awareOf feeling quite the same,My life is so much betterThan it was before you came.For once you have known someonethe year cannot eraseThe memory of a pleasant wordOr of a friendly face.So never think my Christmas cardsAre just a mere routineOf names upon a list, forgotten in-between.For when I send a Christmas cardThat is addressed to you,It is because you’re on that listOf folks I’m indebted to.And whether I’ve known youFor many years or only just a few,In some way you have had a few,In shaping things I do.So every year when Christmas comesI just realize anew,The biggest gift that God can give,Is knowing folks like you.~ Author Unknown

January 2007 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 31The Kamloops 2010 BusiessSubcommittee is lookngfor submissions for auality “Kamloops Spiritcarf.” The purpose of thecarf is to have a high qualty,unique Kamloops scarfhat can be presented toonoured guests, dignitariesnd Olympic hopefuls.The scarf should benique enough that when itAnglemont Seniors #112January Calendar Senior Connector©Drop-in Centre OpenMON-FRI. 1-4 P.M.Coffee is on & hostess on dutyLakeview CentreSquilax/AnglemontSunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday1 Crafts 2 Shuswap 3 4 56Shuswap9:30-4 Carvers 9:30Table Tennis Choir 1:00-3:00WhittlersNew Year's1:00-4:00 Cards (Bridge) Carpet Bowling 9-noonDay Monthly Mtg. 3:30 7:00-10:00Drop In 1-4Drop-in 1-4 Drop-in 1-478 9 Shuswap 10 11 1213Crafts Carvers 9:30Carpet Bowling Shuswap9:30-4 Choir 1:00-3:00Carpet Bowling Table TennisWhittlersCards (Bridge)1:00-4:00 7:00-10:009-noonDrop-in 1-4 Drop-in 1-4Drop In 1-414“Kamloops Spirit Scarf”Request for Submissions15 16 Shuswap 17 18 19 20Crafts Carvers 9:30Shuswap9:30-4 Choir 1:00-3:00WhittlersCarpet Bowling Table TennisCarpet BowlingCards (Bridge)9-noon1:00-4:00 7:00-10:00Drop In 1-4Drop-in 1-4 Drop-in 1-421 22 23 Shuswap 24 25 2627CraftsCarvers 9:30Shuswap9:30-4Carpet BowlingChoir 1:00-3:00WhittlersTable Tennis Cards (Bridge) Carpet Bowling9-noon1:00-4:00 7:00-10:00Drop-in 1-4Drop In 1-4Drop-in 1-428 29 30 Shuswap 31CraftsCarvers 9:309:30-4Choir 1:00-3:00Carpet Bowling Table TennisCards (Bridge)1:00-4:00 7:00-10:00Drop-in 1-4 Drop-in 1-4is seen it is easily recognizedas a Kamloops Spirit Scarf.The scarf must be madelocally, incorporate thecolours; blue, orange, yellow,green (see City of Kamloopslogo) and be easily reproduced.Please include the productioncost and time framewith your submission. Thesuccessful bid will be exclusivelylicensed to the Kamloops2010 Business Subcommitteeup until the Vancouver2010 Olympics.Please submit a ready-towearsample to Anita Groverc/o Venture Kamloops,297 First Avenue, Kamloops,B.C. V2C 3J3 by 4:30 p.m.Friday, January 19, 2007.Contact Anita at 250-828-6818 for information.“If we had no winter, the spring wouldnot be so pleasant: if we did not sometimestaste of adversity, prosperity wouldnot be so welcome.”~ Anne Bradstreetisb04_calTips to personalize your presentsEvery day items around yourhome can add flair to anygift:• Instead of store-boughtwrapping paper and bags,make your own with stickers,glitter and ribbon.Barriere & District Seniors SocietyJanuary Calendar Senior Connector©Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday714Whist 7pmWhist 7pmWhist 7pmWhist 7pm4433 Barriere Town RoadBox 791 Barriere V0E 1E0POOL • •9:00 am8 9 10 11 12 Play 13Carpet Bowling10amCrafts 1:30Carpet Bowling10amCrafts 1:30Fun Cards 1pmFun Cards 1pmFun Cards 1pmFun Cards 1pmCarpet Bowling10amGen. Meet 3pmCarpet Bowling10amPOOL • •9:00 amChristmas DinnerDoors open 5 pmPlayPOOL • •9:00 am21 22 2324 25 262728 29 30 31Whist 7pm1 2 3 4 56Carpet Bowling Fun Cards 1pmPlay10amCrafts 1:3015 16 17 18 19 20Carpet Bowling10amCrafts 1:30Carpet Bowling10amCrafts 1:30Proud to sponsor the Barriere and District Seniors’ Society Calendar621 Barriere Town Road • 672-9736• Replace labels and gifttags with fun photos ofrecipients.• Use an ink jet printerlike Epson’s Stylus R260 toprint directly on homemademusic and photo CDs. – NCPlayPOOL • •9:00 amPlayPOOL • •9:00 amDo you frequently travel to the US, orhold US investments?We have an account product that maybenefit you - our US Chequing account.Ask us about it today. We’re here for you.Shuswap Lake Park StoreHours: 7am - 8pm DailyProud to sponsor Anglemont Seniors’ Calendarslp01_calScotch Creek • Across from Shuswap Lake Provincial Park • 250-955-2337Merritt Senior CentreJanuary Calendar Senior Connector© 2202 Jackson AvenueBingo 1 pmBridge 7 pmTHE MERRITT SENIORS ASSOC.and O.A.P.O. Br. #168Betty Bond, PresidentSunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday714ClosedHappyNew YearSeniorsCrafts 1:30Crib &Whist 7 pmSeniorsCrafts 1:30Crib &Whist 7 pmBingo 1 pmBridge 7 pmShut InLucheon 12Rummoli &Pool 7 pm21 22 2324 25 Potluck2627Supper 5:30SeniorsCrafts 1:30Crib &Whist 7 pm1 2 3 4 56Bingo 1 pmBridge 7 pmCarpet Bowl.1:30 pmCourt Whist7 pmCarpet Bowl.1:30 pmCourt Whist7 pmCarpet Bowl.1:30 pmCourt Whist7 pm28 29 30 31SeniorsCrafts 1:30Crib &Whist 7 pmBingo 1 pmCarpet Bowl.1:30 pmCourt Whist7 pmFloorCurling 1pmFloor ShuffleBoard 7 pmFloorCurling 1pmFloor ShuffleBoard 7 pmFloorCurling 1pmFloor ShuffleBoard 7 pmRummoli &Pool 7 pmGen.Meeting1:30Rummoli &Pool 7 pmCards & Games 7Rummoli & Pool7 pmFloorCurling1 pm8 9 10 11 1213FloorCurling1 pm15 16 17 18 19 20Bingo 1 pmBridge 7 pmCarpet Bowl.1:30 pmFloorCurling 1pmFloorCurling1 pmFloorCurling1 pmWinter is the time for comfort– it is the time for home.~ Edith SitwellChase Seniors CentreJanuary Calendar Senior Connector©O.A.P.O. 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January 2007 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 33By Florence DennisKids Do Say The Darndestthings.A grade one teacher wasreading the story of theThree Little Pigs to herclass. She came to the partof the story where the firstlittle pig was trying to findthe building materials forhis house. She read that thelittle pig went up to the manwith a wheelbarrow full ofstraw and said, “Pardon meSeniors’ Resource Centre, Salmon ArmJanuary Calendar Senior Connector©714author unknownI woke up early today, excitedover all I get to do beforethe clock strikes midnight. Ihave responsibilities to fulfilltoday. And I am important.My job is to choose whatkind of day I am going tohave:• Today I can complainbecause the weather is rainyor I can be thankful that thegrass is getting watered for320A - 2nd Ave. NESalmon Arm, B.C. V1E 1H1Phone 832-7000 Fax 833-0550Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayMOW(Meals On Wheels)Office ClosedNew Year's DayMMM(Monday Morning Market)MOWMMMMOWChucklessir, but may I please havesome of that straw so I canbuild my house?”The teacher paused, thenasked the class, “And whatdo you think the man said?”One little boy raised hishand and said, “I think hemust have said “Holy crap, atalking pig!’It took the teacher severalminutes to compose herselfbefore she could read therest of the story to the class.1 2 3 4 56Office ReopensMOW9:00am8 LWF 9 10 11 1213(Lunch with Friends) MOWDay Away MOWCaregiver'sFoot Care ClinicSupport Group(by appt. only)1:00-3:00 pm15 16 17 18 19 20MOWDay AwayLWFMOWFoot Care Good FoodClinic (by appt. Box Pick Uponly)21 22 2324 25 2627MMMLWFMOWMOWMOWFoot Care Clinic(by appt. only)MOWFoot CareClinic (by appt.only)28 29 30 31MMMLWF MOWMOWFoot CareFoot Care ClinicClinic (by appt.(by appt. only)only)Day AwayCaregiver'sSupport Group1:00-3:00 pmAll great achievementsrequire time.~David Joseph SchwartzAttitude is everythingfree.• Today I can feel sad that Idon’t have more money or Ican be glad that my financesencourage me to plan mypurchases wisely and guideme away from waste.• Today I can grumble aboutmy health or I can rejoicethat I am alive.• Today I can lament over allthat my parents didn’t giveme when I was growing upor I can feel grateful thatthey allowed me to be born.• Today I can cry becauseroses have thorns or I cancelebrate that thorns haveroses.• Today I can mourn my lack714of friends or can excitedlyembark upon a quest to discover.• Today I can whine becauseI have to go to work or I canshout for joy because I havea job to do.• Today I can complainI have to go to school oreagerly open my mind andfill it with rich new tidbits ofknowledge.* Today I can murmurdejectedly because I have todo housework or I can feelhonored because the Lordhas provided shelter for mymind, body and soul.• Today stretches ahead ofme, waiting to be shaped.Revelstoke Senior Citizens Br.#83January Calendar Senior Connector©And here I am, the sculptorwho gets to do the shaping.What today will be like is upto me. I get to choose whatkind of day I have.Phone 837-9456or 837-2252Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayHappyNewYear!1 pm Bingo1 pm Bingo9amCarpet Bowl1pm Bridge7pm Darts1 2 3 4 569amCarpet Bowl1pm Bridge7pm Darts8 9 10 11 12139amCarpet Bowl1pm Bridge7pm Darts1:30pmSenior Singers7:30pm Games1 pm Crib1 pm Bridge& Bowling15 16 1:30pm 17 18 19 20Senior Singers7:30pm Games9amCarpet Bowl1pm Bridge7pm Darts1:30pmSenior Singers7:30pm Games9:30 Exec. Mtg.1 pm CribGen. Mtg.1:301 pm CribBear in mind, if you aregoing to amount to anything,that your successdoes not depend upon thebrilliancy and the impetuositywith which you takehold, but upon the everlastingand sanctified bulldoggednesswith whichyou hang on after you havetaken hold.~ Dr. A.B. Meldrum1 pm Bridge& Bowling1 pm Bridge& Bowling21 22 2324 25 26271:30pm Senior1 pm BingoSingers 1 pm Crib7:30pm Games1 pm Bridge& BowlingProud to sponsor Seniors’ Resource Centre Salmon Arm Calendar111 Lakeshore Drive, Salmon Arm • 250-832-2064ask01seniorresource_cal28 29 30 311 pm Bingo9amCarpet Bowl1pm Bridge7pm Darts1:30pm SeniorSingers7:30pm Games“To read a poem in January is aslovely as to go for a walk in June”- Jean-Paul SartreSorrento O.A.P.O. #165January Calendar Senior Connector©Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday714Glee Club9:30 amBridge 1 pmAAnon 7 pmOpen DailyExcept SundayPasschendaele Road, Sorrento, B.C.Phone: (250) 675-5358Jim Chisholm, President 675-3835Hall Bookings: J. 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Page 34 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comJanuary 2007UpcomingEventsMike’s Cowboy Calendar• February 10 - The Annual00 Mile House Cowboyoncert, at Martin Exeterall, at 7 p.m. For ticketnformation, phone Mark at50-456-2425 or email:owboys@bcchs.com.February 16 - Westwoldowboy Concert 7 p.m.Westwold Community Hallalfway between Kamloopsnd Vernon on Highway 97.or information, call Mike-888-763-2224 or Sherryimpson 250-375-2274February 17 - Barriereowboy Concert 7 p.m.arriere Lions Club Hall.all Mike at 1-888-763-224 or 250-579-5667March 9, 10 & 11 - The1th Annual Kamloopsowboy Festival, presentedy the BC Cowboy Heritageociety. Canada’s premiereowboy Heritage event justeeps getting better thankso the support of our sponors,fans, and volunteers.This one should be the best.or information, call 1-888-63-2224, email: cowboys@cchs.com or write BCCHS,ox 137, Kamloops, B.C.GroupsThe Evening Diabetic SupportGroup for people livingwith diabetes meet atthe Community LivingCentre, 520D Seymour St.,on the 2nd Wednesday ofeach month, 7 p.m. We havespeakers, share information,and support. All are welcometo attend. Call Audreyat 372-2227.The Old TimeBarberat12th & Halston(in laundromat)Haircuts - $12.00Seniors - $10.00Hours: Tues. - Fri. 9 am to 12 pmSaturday: 9 am to 4 pmSunday and Monday: ClosedPhone: 819-6143The Kamloops OsteoporosisSupport Group providesinformation and supportfor people concerned aboutfragile bones. Meetings areheld the 2nd Tuesday of themonth, from 1:30 to 3:30p.m., at Heritage House,100 Lorne Street. Everyonewelcome. Non-membersdrop-in fee: $2.00. Forinformation, call at Joan374-1159 or Mavis at 828-2050.Chronic Pain Associationof Kamloops (CPAK)meets at 12:30 p.m. the lastWednesday of the month atthe People In Motion office,6E-750 Cottonwood Ave.Resources and support forthose in chronic pain. Freemembership. Call Beverly374-0031.886 (Overland) Wing AirForce Association KamloopsGeneral Meeting heldevery third Wednesday ofthe month at abc FamilyRestaurant. Next meetingJan. 17, at 11:30 a.m. All exairforcemembers and spouseswelcome. For informationcall Mary 250-554-4450.North Kamloops Elksmeets 1st and 3rd Tuesdaysat 1121 - 12th St. at 8 p.m.North Kamloops RoyalPurple meets 1st and 3rdThursdays at 1121 - 12th St.at 7 p.m. North KamloopsElks Crib every Wednesdayat 7 p.m. at 102 – 1121- 12th St. Bring a partner.The North Kamloops Elksand Royal Purple are serviceclubs dedicated to improvingthe lives in our communitywith special emphasis onWith the loss of a loved one,planning a fitting service can bea real challenge.With our personalized serviceand attention to detail, you canbe confident the service will beeverything you wished for.We’ve been servingfamilies in our area forgenerations. We would beprivileged to serve yours, too.Serving the family for generations513 Seymour Street, Kamloops, B.C. V2C 2G8Ph: (250) 374-1454Toll Free 1-800-668-3379old04Notes & Noticessch02_decchildren. Volunteers appreciatedand needed. Call 376-3442, 374-2806, 376-2924or log on to elksandroyalpurple.org.Old Time Fiddlers DancesOCT to APRIL – Danceto the music of the KamloopsOld Time Fiddlerson the 1st and 3rd Saturdayof every month from 8- 11 p.m. at Heritage House,100 Lorne Street (RiversidePark). Everyone welcome.Non-members–$5.00; members–$4.00.For information,call 376-2330.Ladies Auxiliary Br. 52Royal Canadian LegionGeneral Meeting Jan.8 at1 p.m. at the Legion Hall.Start the New Year withyour friends Phone 374-1742 for information.Excelsior Rebekah Lodge#23 Regular meetings will beheld at 7:30 p.m. Jan.9 andJan. 23. The joint installationof the Rebekahs and Oddfellowswill be Jan. 7 at 7:30Call Audrey 372-7143 orBelinda 312-1202 or leave amessage at either number.Ukrainian Dance. Learnand perform Ukrainiandance with the PokotilloUkrainian Dancers. Everyonewelcome! For information,call Jeanne at 376-1188.Parkinson’s meetings areheld the 3rd Wednesday ofevery month at 1 p.m. atDesert Gardens.Tuesday Afternoon Cribbageat McArthur IslandPark Lawn Bowling Clubeach Tues at 1:30 p.m. Reasonablerates and great company.No partner required,but come early and visitawhile. Call 376-0917 or554-9228.Kamloops Floor Curlersresume 2006-2007 season atHeritage House (RiversidePark) Mondays & Tuesday- Thursday & Friday, 9 a.m.- noon. Call 376-0917.Mending Hearts. Supportfor those who havebeen touched by heart disease,meet every month. Themeetings are held at 3:30 onthe third Wed. of the monthat the Kamloops UnitedChurch at 421 St. PaulStreet, Kamloops. Call DickWeller 374-8468, ConnieBerkley 374-1688 or MorleyAboussafy 314-1237.Diabetes Support GroupsThe Downtown Eveninggroup meets the 2ndWednesday of each monthat 7 p.m. at the CommunityLiving Centre, 520DSeymour St. Call Audrey at372-2227. Westsyde Afternoongroup meets the lastMonday of the month at1:30 p.m. at Oakdale TrailerPark. call Marg at 554-0735.North Shore Morning groupmeets the 4th Tuesday of themonth at 10 a.m. at NorthShore Community Centre.Call Marg at 554-0735.McArthur Park AfternoonCribbage meets every Tuesdayat the Lawn BowlingClubhouse at 1:30 p.m. (nopartners needed).DOG & CAT GROOMINGClipper bladesharpening availableFour groomers availableFor Appointment phone:376-6533864C — 8th StreetKAMLOOPSScouts Canada is lookingfor King, Queen, Chief andVenture Scouts.2007 is Canada’s 100th yearof scouting and are tryingto find recipients of honourawards. Call 1-888-855-3336 or email centennial@scouts.ca with your name,address, phone number anda description of when andwhere you received youraward.VolunteersNeededR.I.H. Thrift Seller islooking for volunteers tohelp in the store. If you havea few hours a week to spare,come and help out. 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January 2007 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 35By Mike KeetchHarvey Miner has spentthe last seven or eight yearsbuilding his own town!Now that may sound likea huge task to set for oneselfafter retirement, but in Harvey’scase it’s just somethinge enjoys.When Harvey andianne moved to the Redake area, Harvey started toet bored, so he decided touild a small replica of thechool he went to as a childn Boden, Alberta.He built it from memorynd was quite surprised latrwhen he went to the oldchool and found out howccurate his memory hadPoinsettiasThe “Flor de Noche Buena”or “Flower of the HolyNight” originated in Mexicoand was used by the AztecIndians both as a dye andfor medicinal purposes.Later, because it bloomedin mid-winter, it was used todecorate shrines and churchesat Christmastime. Thepoinsettia was brought tothe United States and Canadain 1851 and has becomeour best-known Christmasflower.The gorgeous redcoloured blooms are actuallyleaves called “bracts” thatsurround the inconspicuousyellow flowers.Poinsettias prefer a coolerroom (65-70ºF) with directsun, part of the day. Checkthe soil daily and waterthoroughly when dry to thetouch. Plant should not befertilized when in bloom.To save the poinsettiaplant for the next Christmas:When bracts begin tofade, pinch the plant back atsix-week intervals, makingthe last pinch in late August.Also fertilize every threeweeks. Repot in late spring.Starting around Oct. 1, itis important to provide asmuch sunshine as possible,six to eight hours, plus 14hours each day of uninterrupteddarkness. Keep at aconstant cool temperaturebetween 60 and 70ºF untilclose to thanksgiving whenthe colour shows again.Continue watering and fertilizingas directed above toenjoy the blooms for Christmasagain.2006–2007Bruce Dunn, Music DirectorBuilding a Townbeen.What has transpired since,I think, has surprised evenHarvey.Beginning with a coupleof items in his front yard,today there are more than 70buildings.Some are based on buildingsin Boden and others arejust buildings he wanted tobuild.Most of the material usedin the buildings Harveyscrounged on trips into townand some he bought.Wife Dianne tried to puthim on a “budget” of $50per trip but that soon grewto about $100.As the collection of buildingsgrew, space to put thembecame an issue.First they were moved tothe banks of the creek thatmeanders through Harveyand Dianne’s property.Now more than 40 ofthose buildings have beendonated to the BC WildlifePark.This collection has beennamed the “Buck and DoeMiniature Western ChristmasVillage.”The name comes fromthe creek near Harvey andDianne’s home.The village will be stayingat the Wildlife Park andrumour has it that whenthe miniature Train line isPhotos by Mike KeetchSome of Harvey Miner’s miniature village creations are currentlydisplayed at the BC Wildlife Park.30th AnniversaryThe Magic of ViennaGuest Artist Cvetozar Vutev, ViolinJanuary 13 & 14, 2007Saturday 8 pm, Sunday 2 pmSagebrush TheatreINFORMATION250-372-5000TICKETSKamloops Live!Box Office374-5483SPONSORED BYWatson Engineering Ltd.✃moved, the village will be setup along the train route.Harvey continues to buildand is currently working ona “mansion” which will probablybe added to the currentcollection.Dianne thinks the collectionis “fantastic” and herpart in the whole adventureis to supply Harvey with hotcoffee in the winter and colddrinks in the summer, as heputs in anywhere from twoto 12 hours a day workingon his projects.Thanks Harvey. The Buckand Doe Village is a greataddition to the WildlifePark and will be enjoyed byboth young and old alike.Enter to Win an Uptown AG Foods$25 00 Gift Certificate!Drop off this entry form in the store for your chance to win!Prize drawn monthly. Gift certificate valid for in-store purchases, excluding tobacco & lottery.Original entry form only—no facsimiles accepted.Name: _________________________ Phone: _____________________Address: ___________________________________________________Must agree to photo and name being used in the Senior Connector NewspaperDenturists are Denture SpecialistsProfessional Personalized Denture ServicesDirectly To The PublicComplete Dentures, Relines,Repairs, Partial Dentures &Dentures Over ImplantsA Proud Tradition of Denture CraftsCorbin, James R.(Corbin Denture Clinic)903 Battle Street, KamloopsGoessman, Allen E.(Goessman Denture Clinic)603 St. Paul Street, KamloopsPryce, Frank E.(Trestain & Pryce Denture Clinic)793 Seymour Street, KamloopsSkok, Ronald A.(Corbin Denture Clinic)903 Battle Street, KamloopsAn optimist stays up until midnight to see the newyear in.A pessimist stays up to make sure the old year leaves.~Bill VaughanPhoto by Mike KeetchDecember winner Roy Okos receives his $25. gift certificatefrom Uptown AG Foods owner Larry Bertoncini.Congratulations toour December winner!Roy Okos ofKamloops372-8045374-9443372-3011372-8045✁GOE01_sept

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