This Christmas, Give the Gift of Time....

in a bottle


As Jim Croce's song suggests, "There never seems to be enough time..." what could be a more valuable gift this holiday season than time?  Kold Marine of Iceberg Water stated that, "100 cases of this year's harvest of 15,000 year old iceberg water remains in stock".  The one litre bottle of iceberg water makes a valuable gift to a dozen of your friends this Christmas.  Bottled in its specially designed iceberg mold, your Christmas gift this year could be kept as a souvenir or served to your special guests this holiday season.   

As we reflect on 2024, why not enjoy the last of this year's harvest of 15,000 year old iceberg water? As geologists know, like rocks, icebergs tell us of a time in history preserved for us to reflect on.  Older than the bible itself, this precious gift could be yours this Christmas. 

Don't wait until the last minute. A fraction of the cost, for less than $70.00 dollars CDN, your special gifts this Christmas of precious iceberg water from this year's harvest is a once in a lifetime gift.  If you would like to purchase a case for a dozen of your friends this Christmas send your requests to info@newfoundcare.ca for more details. 
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Coming soon....A full page dedicated to ICEBERG WATER.  If you would like to to get in touch about showcasing your business contact info@newfoundcare.ca today.

 





Do you have Back Pain?

 Give your Christmas wish list a yoga experience this year



Several times over the earlier years of wearing poor footwear, back pain became a nonsense for me.  Recommended with a few tips, relief was accomplished with a homemade pillow, inserts and proper footwear. 


Stretching and breathing, basic yoga, can relieve several nonsense feelings in your body that impedes balance.  Another simple tip is simply placing the tongue down on the bottom of the mouth, you can only smile when you exercise this tip. Also, a healthy food diet and proper sleep will help balance the body.


There are several yoga practitioners throughout NL and these masters provide you a real sense of perfecting your own self, in mind, body and spirit.  This Christmas, give an experience as a gift, a yoga session with any of the wonderful masters in yoga will do your Christmas wish list good this year.




Happy Hemp Day!

Each Wednesday featuring news on the hemp industry

The industry continues to grow.  Within the last couple of years, Fibre Source Inc. has expanded into Maritimes where the old crop has resurfaced once again as being the sustainable product in the fibre industry.

From award winning homes to proven durability in furniture and construction, hemp has increased to where monetary projections within the industry in Canada are significant. From supply to manufacturing, products to sales, hemp grain, according to Fibre Source Inc. is becoming more popular as communities throughout Canada recognize the potential from harvest to sales of durable products. 

A master in hemp production on investment in building, Steve Allin has written books, provides yearly conventions on the hemp industry and is available for consultations, especially for those looking at building their own factory.  The soil in the Maritimes is ideal for hemp growth and the potential here in Newfoundland and Labrador stands to gain a great benefit if invested in hemp.  The growing season is short and harvest takes place within a couple of months from planting. 

With so many handcrafted masters in furniture design and construction here in Newfoundland and Labrador, the potential to raise and grow hemp
within Newfoundland and Labrador would be a healthy business product for investors looking at sustainable business growth within the province.

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Organizational Behaviour 1001

If this is New World Order, then I'm all for it!


There is nothing more scary to me than disorganization.  The sociological and human resource implications can cost businesses thousands of unnecessary dollars .  And then there are those, the debaters of the subject who are intensely paranoid about organizational behaviour.


Living anywhere but the New World, you know, the continent of North America, (the new world - a term used long ago by European travellers by ship to shore), is an archaic outdated term and stands to provide no one but a a crutch to further undermine the level of innovation here in North America.


The term "organize" also appears to frighten the paranoid conspiracy theorists of today.  Most probably subjected to further inability to be responsible, the less domestic inclined for cleanliness, sobriety and a healthy daily routine, the scare tactic has been illuminated as New World Order.  What a flippin' joke!


Investing in creating a mess rather than organized strategic planning for a healthy environment and community has shown itself to the surface of the streets here in St. John's NL.  Litter everywhere, otherwise you could be subjected to "new world order".  You know, where everything is organized at your fingers tips ready for use.  Let's keep this basic, how lovely it is to have your cooking and cleaning tools or supplies organized so that you can find them easily and ready to use? 


New World Order?  Not to be confused with the beautiful island off the coast of NL, New World Island, where tourists can visit and enjoy the culture and customs of our province, but the term that means having everything in its place and organized. I'm all for it.  We've seen the before and after images of hoarders cleaned up.  And there are several businesses that have popped up and become quite successful in the industry.  These masterminds in organizing your life, your home or your business have made closet makers, business equipment and building engineers successful in planning a well organized environment to attribute to organized behaviour in your daily life.  The masterminds are known as interior designers.  Look one up today to give your loved one a gift that will last a life time: hire an interior designer.








Machine vs Motherhood

The untold story



                                 


Beginning in the 2025, a new book will be written on the last 59 years.  The family history of abuse towards mothers of three generations and the uncalled for intention to carry on the trickery for further abuse from men.  The gossip and the untold stories will send you writhering at the last 5 decades showcasing and the blame for defense and the tactics used to omit justice and human rights.

All of which is none other than pure thievery. 


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Conflict of Interest?

Is your business in a conflict of interest with your current customer or client?


There are three main things to consider if you feel you are in a conflict of interest with your current business relationship.  First of all, is this current business relationship with those who may oppose your interests?  Secondly, it's not always common knowledge that your customer or client shares different values than you or that your mission doesn't meet the same goals of your business. Encountering a conflict of interest in your business, you have to consider the management style and knowledge of your current customer or client.  Are they aware of the conflict or have they considered that their values are more important than yours?  Third, the corporate identity of your current customer or client;  are they readily available to learn more about the current conflict of interest and how it affects you?  Would they be willing to consider changing their decisions to better match yours?  All factors have to be determined before making a decision to dissolve your current business relationship.


Re-evaluating your own corporate values is as important to you the day you establish them as your business grows onward.  Determine the pros and cons of the benefits for continuance in business in your current situation and or business relationship. For instance, is there a conflict of interest with your bank or a business loan? Would you be able to maintain a strong network if this conflict of interest was present in your business?  Also, is there any reconciliation to overcome the conflict of interest if one exists?  All questions as a business owner need to be asked when it may be relative to your business relationship. 


Actions to be applied would be patience, endurance and observance.  As a business owner you need to consider if there is a pattern to how you approach your business relationship and how it compares to the one you consider is conflicting with your business' values and goals.  Once you have encountered enough to form a basis of pros and cons - your next step may be huge disappointment.  However, in the long run and of course, looking ahead is important for your business development, you make the decision to persevere your current identity and values, missions and goals.  The investment in your own business is far more important that continuing a business relationship that is futile.  For more information you can contact info@newfoundcare.ca





Happy Hemp Day!

Each Wednesday featuring news on the hemp industry

This is what happens when a local business steals from a local business

Implications?  What are the implications for allowing a local business to steal from another local business?  What are the implications for this other business that sits around waiting to steal more information and sell it to others that may have interest?  They know nothing, but continue to wait for more information and what information are they really obtaining?  What are the implications for allowing an impaired (hard) drive(r) ruin potential development for Newfoundland and Labrador?  Apparently none.

As both the Canadian and USA textile industries monitor the "ongoing", law makers are waiting to justify nothing but a thief. Watching closely at a couple of fools thinking they have any futures, stocks or investment bonds all while stealing from another business.  It would appear the respect for women in business in Newfoundland and Labrador is NIL.  A couple of fools who treat a local business as a commodity to be mistreated and make it their business to gain credit for doing it, gets slipped under the rug as they continue on the path of destruction, impairment and thievery.

Nevertheless, the potential for a textile hemp industry here in Newfoundland and Labrador is close at hand.  With several areas within the province utilizing land in their communities... (oh, the crown lands debate on avoiding agriculture, right - well, there's the issue).  Our current government has invested in a couple of fools debilitating this island's potential for business development for none other than thieves while they pick up a paycheck and pension.  However, the hemp industry exists and the potential for developing building supplies, textiles and cosmetics here in NL is real. 

All three of these industries utilizing the product hemp are showing increasing demand for the raw material as the knowledge continues to grow on just how valuable this environmental friendly product is to the carbon footprint.  Perhaps someday, the government will wake up and stop investing in thieves that sit around doing nothing but wait.

City of St. John's #1 Threat - Flooding

Back in 2006 when developing an emergency response plan for the City of St. John's, fire was what I considered to be the #1 threat.  Wrong.  It's flooding.  With over a dozen rivers, ponds and water ways around the city, and the St. John's weather, several upgrades have been made over the last couple of decades.  With new housing development and the surrounding areas of Mount Pearl, Paradise and Torbay, flooding can sever access to main thoroughfares, obstructing areas where flooding may occur.  There are other determinants as well, such as transportation for emergency vehicles to remote areas.  If temperatures drop below zero freezing rain can potentially bring power outages. 

The City of St. John's is accustomed to extreme winds and precipitation and over the years, preparedness is always improving.  However, this month we are seeing record numbers of rainfall, leaving several refurbished areas vulnerable once again. Bridges that have recently been upgraded and water mains, and calverts are all susceptible to further damage with extreme rainfall.  Water and sewage lines all become a target.

"One can not control the weather", one might say.... correct. However each individual can control their own actions, (you know, the ones looking for controversy or conspiracies to cause further fear.  It's like telling a two year old not to touch the hot stove or you will burn your fingers.  The two year-olds are sometimes more mature than some adults when it comes to tampering with weather systems). 

Simply maintaining responsibility for your own home is the best preparedness for yourself.  Ensure your roof and eaves are cleared from debris, and that tree limbs are far enough away from your dwelling on account of high winds.  One small leak found will persist if not repaired and will be more costly in the long run.  Common sense of course, however, several property managers are explicit in telling those that live within several city dwellings to notify their owners so that repairs can be accomplished. Home owners have the responsibility as well of ensuring their homes are within good standing, otherwise insurance companies will not cover the cost of such repairs due to flooding.  Considered an Act of God  insurance companies poo poo the claims of household owners looking to have their brokers cover the cost of such repairs. 

As for the conspiracy theorists, they're not even conscious enough to observe the weather let alone aware of what makes it rain for a whole month and the pain it causes our communities.

If you do encounter any type of flooding within your street or neighbourhood you can contact 311 at the City of St. John's for further knowledge and/or instructions.

   



Nobody Cares?

The ongoing saga of Mr. Money Man

Call me Rosseau, Trump; Locke, Musk; Hobbes.  Trump now has the opportunity to introduce the Gold Standard.  Instead, he goes after other countries that help Make America Great Again and criticize Mr. Money man for being in no man's land.

Rather than give the country its freedom, the gold standard, he wants to start barking to those outside of the USA, place tarrifs on trade with what Makes America Great Again, kicking workers out of the country and here he is, broke. Going after others who are also broke.  Oh!  But the all and mighty powerful dollars of support from the bank robber himself, Elon Musk will save the day!

Yes this is sure to have children wanting to sing this song;

Mr. Sun, Sun, Mr. golden Sun...., please shine down on me.... 

Is TD Water House aware of these stocks investing in the pretenders? So accustomed to being bought, with no benchmark to measure the goods and services you buy, the quantity of life has overburdened quality life.  Narrowed down to a two party system with none other than what they intend to use as the benchmark for money. Absolute nonsense to watch Mr. Money man and he thinks this will Make America Great Again?  Ignoring he's being bought?  Nonsense. Nonsense for the common good , Rosseau might say.




Happy Hemp Day!

Wednesday is hemp day!  Featuring news about hemp here each Wednesday 


Did you know that there are over 25,000 different hemp products?  Industrial hemp is one term used for the products used in manufacturing hemp.  Henry Ford tested several of his own vehicles' strength using hemp compared to that of steel and hemp performed better in durability in car doors and other linings of the cars manufactured.


Today, hemp production is on the rise as it has been proven for its sustainability, strength and cost efficiency.  One particular hemp product being manufactured here in Canada is hempcrete or hemp lime.  A combination of hemp and lime, produces a cost efficient insulation, that is light weight, mold resistant for building materials and is 100% natural.


The use of hemp is more commonly used in European countries as well as Australia and continues to become a more attractive material in the construction industry here in Canada and the United States due to its durability.  The various building materials are biodegradable, leaving less of a carbon footprint making the green construction industry more lucrative for those savvy building enthusiasts. 


The array of hemp products is so vast that there is actually a Hemp University to learn the various fundamentals of this strong and natural product.  Our agriculture industry here in Canada has also incorporated an alliance with an organization, The Canadian Hemp Trade Alliance.  To learn more information you can visit  External link opens in new tab or windowwww.hemptrade.ca

                               

Welcome to the United States of Canada

 

Why voting has become scary since the federal election of 2011?


Having to submit to a cellphone thief is something I have yet to do.  Accept defeat?  Perhaps in an election it is one thing, however I doubt PETA fans or environmental supporters are on a bon voyage with this thief. A suppressed reality with lies about the environment, people's state of mind, you know, those of us who have common sense, and money. Well, some of us who like the old voyage, can not be sold.  Today, Nova Scotia will go to the polls to elect their next leader of the province and how scary it is to know that our technology is being impeded even as I write this article for some superficial medical terminologist who's drunk everyday praying to God. 

There are many facets that bring about a provincial riding's success to its constituents and we give them usually four years to prove their plan.  We have had over a decade of watching someone else's plan (nothing but thievery) unfold into further tax increases, further cost of living and the mere stupidity is complete envy.  The stupidity each and every day for none other than thieves to look smart, happy, rich or balanced.  All of which couldn't be further from the truth.  The superficiality of a person's idea of a party that has everyone hungover.  Hungover the side of a cliff with huge debt mainly upon the Liberals and the Conservatives because for him, everything is free!

The whole motto from the American side of the border has also had its play at words with Make America Great Again.  Great, that's all we need to hear when our country, Canada has the firm foundation of three big parties. The hangover of the partier is still not even near hitting rock bottom yet. And here we have once again, another election underway in our country. Having witnessed several being called delusional is happening by none other than a stupid jealous thief who hates the law, hates children, hates art, and continues to acknowledge men as a sex to celebrate even though his mother gave birth to him.  Nothing but slander, and of course, trapped, with the intention to eliminate happiness, kindness and a rock solid country.  The dooms-dayer has no conviction other than claiming a dream while living in a dead end. 

What it boils down to is envy. Heaven forbid, you be a July born child, otherwise "you're delusional", as the gaslighting favour someone born on the anniversary of India.  It reeks of Brian Peckford's huge spending in the early 1980's.  It reeks of bad Liberals conning Conservatives to be liberal with money and themselves. Another tax increase to cover a party hugely in debt. There's no doubt, politics takes up about 1/3 of our daily news.  Is there nothing else going on for the stupid envious one?  And where is the discussion of the NDP?  It's obvious the envious one is NOT in anyone's favour. The envious one in a collusion with his own delusion.  Animals have more rights these days than human beings.  The leech is lurking about during an election time convinced the RNC stands for Republic National Convention.  Sorry folks, this is Newfoundland, not Disney Land. And every election on this continent, including the one in Nova Scotia today, is at risk with a network thief who's impairment has him asleep at the wheel at a green light with traffic blowing their horns for him to get out of the way.

Whether Liberal, Conservative or NDP all leaders have to face the dubious counter attack of their opponents up against the monkey in the middle - money.  The driving force behind the all and mighty powerful usually wins with the dollars of supporters towards them.  Yet ever so subtle are several here who are aware, watching the monkey in the middle - money, choose to support none other than itself.  Does Mr. Money understand that he can not even invest in anything whilst he lays his head on a loan of fake believe news? India is laughing at the fool.

Does Mr. Money understand that he is using his own projections and opinions to promote panic and exhaustion trying to obtain blood from a turnip?  Does Mr. Money understand that his own team of partiers that banded together, sharin' and geerin' each other on, can not make any revenue while Mr. Money remains in his dream to conquer himself? How can lawyers with Mr. Money consider themselves real lawyers when they are investing in using the front of another to prop themselves up, and create fake news? How can Mr. Money avoid, check and then pay himself from stolen money that was never there? Will Mr. Money man ever wake up from his partying hangover and give us a break?  The unfortunate answer is no. Is Mr. Money aware that it is him that is the delusional one? The unfortunate answer is yes. He keeps searching for that enemy news and here it is himself.  In lieu of Mr. Money, once said by a leader of this province, "you can not reason with unreasonable people".

There are several ways to undo further harm from the check-mate scam that Mr. Money is imposing upon the vast population of voters for the current election in Nova Scotia.  Vote for anyone but Liberal or Conservative.  They're broke.  This is not a fabricated lie, (like the "conservative" lie about another person's health - possibly created from a Liberal dead and gone), this is the current existence of our country when it comes to our unions, our labour work force, businesses who want to expand fairly and provide the ethical treatment upon their working class.  Those that fear the truth are caught in their lies and deceit and are up against a three party system.  A happy social society that could bring about a balanced check book but continue to live supporting the huge debt they owe - and it is the Liberals and Conservatives when you hear it.  "Oh!  The Socialists!"  they say.  Well, boys and girls, that's what Canada is - a social country founded on caring for each and every individual to have access to health care, shelter, and education, not to create fake health records and make independence look dependent. Obviously, the culprit does NOT understand logistics to city infrastructure to be mis-handling real information that they are at a dead end.

Is it any coincidence that the NDP had its highest rating of representatives after the 2011 election and then my cellphone was stolen?  What are their chances for the envious one when the public are suscepted to a bio frenzy of no rights for owners of stolen cellphones (I'm sure I'm not the only one).  The culprit is now blocked. But where's Quebec on the map these days?  This is still Canada.  It's easy enough to see the inconsistencies that have reared its ugly head in a way to show us the culprit who is obviously not familiar with good governance and this country's governance or at the very least wants to undo it and the transference of a peace treaty on April 1, 2011.  No doubt, the envious one, a slave to a two party system has seeped into our country and we are angry.  Mr. Money is duped to bend the media in favour of erasing firm foundations of Canada.  Complete nonsense for what appears to be a missing child lost in Walt Disney World.  When an individual needs to be surrounded with lawyers, it is a real issue for those who don't. It's costly and nothing but a waste of time and money to prove that they have done nothing (when action is needed) and are against those who do have something:  good ideas and good intentions.

It's so ridiculous to watch the pain in the... create further undoing to this wonderful country and play, "blame (the) party" for further undo rest.  And since 2011, we appear to be left living in the biosphere awareness campaign of none other than Mr. Money stealing from Peter to pay Paul for two parties heavily in debt.


Yours truly

Aunt Sam











Happy Hemp Day! 

Each Wednesday Newfoundcare will bring you information on how this wonderful plant can be of use to you.


Never attempted to growing hemp or marijuana as most refer to this strong plant, it's uses are several and products readily available.  From rope made structures, to medical equipment, hemp fabric is one of the strongest fibers known.  Each Wednesday the latest designs and information about hemp will be showcased. 

The hemp plant (as opposed to the marijuana plant) will be the focus.  Read about making your own paper, your own granola, even insulation, there are several uses for this strong fiber.   Our city is fortunate to have its own hemp store, located downtown St. John's, NL.  There you will find an array of natural fiber products made from hemp.  Clothing accessories, outerwear - deluxe baggage, an endless supply of this wonderful product readily available. 

The simplest arts and crafts designs or long lasting durable use in furniture and rugs, hemp is becoming the number one choice in fiber.   If you would like to share your stories and creations made from hemp send your story to info@newfoundcare.ca 

Celebrating National Child Day And World's Children Day, November 20th


Once upon a time....there was a family of about 100 people.  Mother and father, aunts and uncles all lived together with nieces and nephews, cousins, brothers and sisters from age 0 - 100. They laughed and they played, worked hard and made hay. 

Each day they built houses, towns and fed the poor, and no sooner than later opened a grocery store.

The children were happy and comfortable too and witnessed and learned the benefits of their guru. 

The baby was king and admired most, always needing attention and love from its hosts.

Several of the children older than him knew how much he meant to them. 

They would sing and dance and let him play and then one moment he began to say,

"I am now in the lead of all of you , through and through I will be loyal to you"...

The family all danced and sang their praise for now the baby was a young child and he was amazed,

At how much life there was around him to learn and play as he walked behind them.

Treated like gold the precious children are in this family of 100 who come from afar. 

The family of 100 come from here to you to bring you good news and a happy work life too! 

The mother and father said "always remember the child you are, each and everyday its your inner star,

Never lose touch with your child-like way and you will soon see the childish run away!"







Gold standard verses current monetary system

Don't believe it?  You wanna make a bet?


Playing cards was always something I enjoyed in my youth, having discovered it between 6-10 years old, I became a master at many games.

Crazy Eights, Fish, Scat, Gin Rummy, were a few of my favourite games but I never had the inkling to gamble.  Gambling to me was stupid as a child and still is today.  Why waste your money when the odds are stacked up against you? This was always my question to this level of stupidity, and watching how serious gamblers look is complete nonsense to me.  The few occasions I did play gambling games amongst friends, I would win more often than not.  Always considered 'lucky" at cards, it never once increased my desire to gamble. Once again, because its stupid.

Another approach to cards that is stupid and I have had the opportunity to unravel is witchcraft.  The entire mechanism consists of looking at each card as some sort of symbolic meaning, an old-outworn archaic Celtic or former European source of entertainment to some, a practice to others, but nevertheless, stupid.  People are intrigued with having their fortunes told and I have even witnessed the level of this interest myself when I would busk downtown St. John's years ago.  The height and desire of this entertainment is uncanny!  Those who want to know the future rather than living in the moment, those who have wishes for being rich or in love.  It basically comes down to either, love or money. 

Wishes for love or money or gambling at your latest Texas Hold 'em event nowadays and the joke has been taken a little too far. None other than a deliberate attempt to undo a firm foundation to our monetary system.  This did not begin yesterday either.  To undo and abstain from using the gold standard and our current monetary crisis is what you get. 

What is it exactly that has left everyone poor, living on credit, with taxes on the rise since 1975?  Well, it's certainly not the gold standard.  It hasn't been in use since 1961.  Using the US dollar as a benchmark is not the problem. Combined with the gold standard is would allow a better flow of our current monetary system.  But the elite have a lot to lose here - you know, the ones that think they can "buy class", and have a half dozen cars in the driveway and a 15 room house overlooking the edge of a falling rock cliff, you know the ones I am referring to, the stupid ones. 

You can't buy class. Many of those million or billionaires know that yet refuse to acknowledge that 'they' do not want the gold standard in place because it would actually mean real accountability to the freedom of making money.  They don't want to be regulated, they want to keep on gambling themselves and everyone else's life away.  We hear of the latest CEO and his disgusting level of income while the employees are scared each day they go home to their children's and families' children with not enough money to eat.  But they'll say "there's nothing you can do about it so there!  There's nothing you can do to control it so there! There's nothing you can do to change it so there!  You will just have to live with it , so there! " Is what they say.  How stupid they sound to themselves and to everyone else. 

In the last 14 years the planet has never seen such a height in the level of stupidity with our monetary system, not even from the first pandemic, but that is exactly what we have going on - pure stupidity! Our monetary system is corrupt!  It has no substance to our well being or even a real term of measurement.  The housing market jumped 30% in late 2007 around the financial crash in the US that hit them hard.  But the revelation that the gold standard used with the US dollar won't fix the problem is nothing more than a dumbass loser bought into his own birthday greeting card! There is nothing rich in spirit about that.

In conclusion in scratching my head in disbelief and wonder at the evil greed some children have been brought up to accept, the constant reminder to me is that abundance begins in your heart not in a game of chance and the gold standard is the only solution to the stupidity of our monetary system today.








A closer look at one of the articles from this weekend in November 1883










What time is it?

The great debate,  Time = Money   (Standard verses Daylight time clock)

Well, in the universal mean time, one debate that ought to be recognized once again, as I'm certain, I'm not the only, is the use of Daylight Savings Time.   

If you ask people where does time come from?  Where does it begin?  Well, it doesn't end so that's fair. It certainly is a subject explored by many from geologists to astronauts, time is a matter of fact.  You can not bring time back.  As I explained in my September article of the Autumn equinox, you can not buy time, but some think they can, like the Conservatives and the Liberals.  The United States of America determines our Daylight Savings Time, but why? 

Folks think it gives them an extra hour for the 888, the 24 hour Labour Day custom.  Extra hour of sleep, work or recreation.  More daylight instead of using electricity.  That extra hour each day you obtained from March 2024 until this weekend past included an extra hour of work and is a great advantage to the construction industry.  If you don't suffer from burnout.  The same applies for everyone, perception of time is the fundamental question and having it governed is nonsense.  This is the debate.

The Standard Time Act developed in 1918 was a wartime measurement used for 7 months of the year.  Well, there's no war here now so what is the purpose but an outworn old fashion custom that is costing us more each day.  It has brought debt to the United States and to the rest of the world. 

Canada's two prominent parties the Conservatives and the Liberals buy into this daylight savings time.  A portion of the continent does not. And some places have even tried out the double daylight savings time - an extra two hours instead.  Wow!  It was still daylight around an 11pm here in NL the year is was attempted here.  "More daylight allows more time to work," they say.  "It gives us more money," they say. "They" are the business leaders who offer you your paycheck.  And some of those extra hours of pay in the year really pay off until Mr. Tax man eats it up.

Each year that extra hour gives us what appears to be a 25 hour day for an average of 214 days. Do businesses pay for those extra hours?  They sure do!  Businesses in NL suffer during these 7 months of the year of standard time trying to catch up to the money surplus during the daylight time that has been brought upon us. We have a lucrative spring and summer and then due to the long dark winter months many prefer to avoid spending money outside of the home and that is during our Standard Time.  Several will avoid going anywhere outside of going to work and staying home based on several reasons. Mainly due to our cold climate we keep indoors, with the heat on in our homes, the need for more clothing, more fuel for tracking through the snow, our energy consumption increases here in NL during the colder months and has become quite costly, especially if you have not been able to make a savings of money in that daylight time frame for the harsh months of the year.  The old-fashion standard time act hurts us with the daylight time thingy that is truly nonsense for the overall use of time.

A reflection on the last 7 months, that brought us that extra hour has quite possibly been kept in the vault in never never land.  And as each year goes by, that extra 25 hour day a year adds up.  So, the last 113 years, 1918-2025, (with this year almost at full circle) an extra fake 205 hours each year was kept for the Standard Time Act - an old fashion no-sense-now use of time. 

The social standard of time if used each year rather than this misstep in our minds is money made in Canada and the United States governs our almighty dollar.  Nothing wrong with using the American dollar as the benchmark to measure other currencies however the use of the time being dictated to us by the United States is why some do NOT apply the daylight savings time.  We could go forward sticking with Standard Time and eliminate the use of the Daylight Savings Time. 

If we considered using the Standard Time alone all year long, let's say, starting in the coming Spring of 2025 and going forward, that would be a reflection of the fake money balance of time used up for this country alone at 241,820 extra fake hours for 113 years.  Let's suppose that extra hour, each day, equals one dollar for each individual and well, that's 24,1820.00 each for everyone man, woman and child in Canada.  And so, what's fake to the rest is real to the government in the measurement of money made in those extra fake hours each year.  Each year that fake time made money for the leaders and could be used as a universal basic income.  A universal basic income of 24,1820.00 CDN dollars could be a benchmark for a Universal Basic Income. It could be looked upon as a yearly bonus to balance the governing books of our citizens in this country who do not buy into war time measurements that are outworn and old fashion.  Oh wait!  Was I dreaming?  Pardon me, yes they do buy into this Standard Time Act.  And it's why the Conservatives and the Liberal party are in debt up to their ears on this continent. 

The social beings we are here in this country and for the most part we celebrate this all around the world, our social abilities, our domestic living standards, we can adapt to the time change that has been placed upon us for this season back to its original state of standard time. Going forward, we could let go of building upon saving for a rainy day when the pattern is prevalent that it has been used to save up for a war, and guess what?  There won't be any more of that. 

The Church of the Latter Day Saints are like another bank.  A net worth of 256 billion USD dollars.  According to Google,  As of 2023, the church's net worth is estimated by external sources to be around $265 billion, up almost $29 billion from the year before. This estimate would make the LDS Church one of the wealthiest religious institutions in the world. And for what?  Dooms day?  Nonsense.  Your arm is Canada and we ought to give back to our own people and give up this Standard Time Act.  It's nonsense.

 






The place to be this Tax free weekend, Prescott Street!

Enjoy easy access, local business and great service at these 3 great stores downtown that will take care of your Christmas list this year!  


Looking for something special for him or her and even your catering order?  Let's start at the top of Prescott Street. External link opens in new tab or windowHillhead House offers some of the finest items to put under your Christmas tree this year.  From Mason Cash bowls to woolen sweaters, even the tastiest honey from Cormack, NL, the list is endless here for that perfect surprise for the one who has everything.  The latest styles in Christmas decor and the finer yet affordable trinkets of jewelry, Hillhead House also offers Scotland slate, Irish woolens, candle apparel along with some wonderful local children's books for those special little ones.


Next of course, you'll want to place that catering order for your Christmas party or gathering at the office.  The External link opens in new tab or windowCasablanca Bakery located on the corner of Bond Street and Prescott Street also specializes in 'real' sourdough baked daily!  A quaint little spot for sitting in as well. The folks at Casablanca are ready to serve your favourite pastry and can customize your catering order whether it is Jigg's Dinner, that extraordinary Christmas or wedding cake or the delicious Moroccan dishes you desire. 

And let's not forget the men in your life with a treat to the barber shop and the External link opens in new tab or windowFogtown Side Shop located at the bottom of Prescott Street. New arrivals of "merch"!  From caps to shoes you can be can fitted out from head to toe, and of course for all those skateboard enthusiasts, this is your one stop shop for finding the latest styles in boarding. There's plenty of merchandise here for him or her and the Fogtown brand focuses on providing a top quality clothing line.  Anything from Fogtown Side Shop makes an impressive gift.

The friendly service and easy access to these fine stores provide online shopping too.  Visit their website this weekend and save the tax and for those who are out of town and looking for something extra special and affordable this Christmas, these are your go-to stores for shopping this weekend.

You're richer and then you think...

Here's why Facebook is so dangerous

Here's why your privacy is at risk, here's why your industries are at risk, here's why your elected officials are at risk, Here's why every corporate entity is at risk. When data is mismanaged or exploited, it not only jeopardizes personal privacy but also undermines the integrity of societal structures, leading to potential manipulation and loss of trust.

Back in the old days, as some millennials might sense it to be, 2004/05, we used to count out our cash on hand and pay the clerk and wish him a nice day.  Many now have no idea how to count cash. Using a card everywhere they go.   "Cash is King" some will say, but for most younger folks today getting a job, owning a home, travelling and working with their social media, drained and overworked, some are, suffering burnout when it comes to the almighty dollar.  That dollar you put in your pocket is now a plastic card with a tap connected to an RFID, a radio frequency identification.  Sometimes you'll experience this RFID is not working.  You automatically think it's the bank's fault.  What it is, is the bank's VAULT!  The attention to social media has had folks giving up their realities for money.  Sucked up into the world of media, driven my ghostly efforts of fake news, many who care think they are coming to a revelation when they see something deeply engrossed in some fake talk show on social media and serve it right into the exchange of real life politics and funding.  Social Media - namely Facebook is nothing but a con game of thieves ripping off the bank.  Just the other day, I read about this ugly giant house in Sudbury BC seeking a producer to fix the house.  The abandoned house owned by Peter Grant now looked upon by Chris Fischer (who apparently died in a car accident in 2015) is ready to fix it up.  It should be demolished.  Nothing but an investment of a lump sum of money pocketed from a Facebook deed.

The current net worth of Facebook, 1.5 trillion dollars USD.  That would be the equivalent of a bank's balance within some jurisdiction, somewhere in the planet.  Zuckerberg himself pockets 200 billion USD as his own.  And keep in mind, all this information is on Google.  A search engine where anyone can now make up anything to satisfy their own likes and dislikes.  However, the plausibility of this news being real is showing a grave pattern of just what has happened with our banking system. 

Basically, Facebook would be better off calling itself the Scotiabank of Canada considering that this is the balance is carries over the world wide web as we see yet another bank closure in Atlantic Canada.  Grand Bank NL.  And why is Facebook doing this?  Well, because nothing is free.

Users get to use this platform and users think its free. Users get to use Google and users think its free.  We all do it.  Every email you send over Google Gmail users think it's free, or Yahoo and Firefox or any other search engine.

A tool not a toy has unravelled humanity in where we have grown accustomed to checking out our 'free' machine, Facebook, before we do anything else upon the day.  Nonsense.  Spiralling down the rabbit hole Facebook is at a dead end with funding itself to prop up its clients who actually "buy" advertising on this fake business. And a dangerous business it is.  You see someone face, like Elvis Presley or Donald Trump and you automatically think you're in the game with big shots.  Good luck!

You begin to take on the tasks of your livelihood and search for a better outcome to your level of income.  It's the dream for all to be successful, but should it be at the cost of another?  No.  So, you're richer and then you think well, that poor person has nothing, is impoverished and seeks help.  Good luck with that too!  The meaning is clear.  Money does NOT make you a better person.  If anything it will ruin you due to the level of overconsumption, overspending, for an overthinking ego.  Ego has its place on Facebook.  You see photos of people and you're drawn into to  working with your heart and mind yet you are being fooled, sometimes, most of the times, while taking in way too much information.  Now you are completely distracted from the real world as you are interacting with your life line friends and family but your privacy is gone.  And as human beings we are all adaptable to our current environment, users become accustomed to the level of interaction with social media. Now users can see how their AL Gore works.  You're algorithm is bringing you what you think you want to hear, learn and see and most of it is fake.  Fake news bringing in money?  Nonsense, your world of banking is nothing but a world of Facebook with fake success, wealth and you're richer and then you think everyone who has less is less of a human being than you.  How absurd and snobbish, yet CEO's and high tech companies all around the world have bought into this face machine and there you are in plain day, shining your self to a great big bank bond.

In the last 20 years we have watched Facebook turn the world upside down.  Some folks sense that it has broken barriers to trade and provides better information.  False.  It breaks down barriers of trade alright, now we see the lending pattern of trade that Canada and the commonwealth countries have been against for over a 100 years becoming undone and sending us back to third world country state.  There have been more people in exodus from their homelands in the last twenty years that has surfaced again and again.  Seeking peace their homelands uprooted for nothing more than a hack job on the bank.

Atlantic Canada announced several Scotia Bank closures in 2023 were coming.  Eight in total. Prior to then, there were another half dozen or so, that come to mind, just here alone in this province.  And so, Zuckerberg's quest to be the owner of Facebook is basically holding on to the balance of a bank founded in this country 1832. 

Google states,  1832. Our history dates back to 1832 – the year when The Bank of Nova Scotia was founded. This also marks the year that the first Bank note was issued. For the duration of the 19th century, and throughout the next, Bank branches expanded across Canada, into the U.S., and overseas.

And so, folks from around the world can now open up an 'account' on Facebook just like a bank.  Oh, excuse me, it's now META.  Well, the META traffic is not driving the dollars to investment, buyers of advertising are not gaining more business, just more taxes, and more frustration from this deceiving look at what's free.  There is nothing free about Facebook. From fake mortgages to fake news to fake friends to fake families even fake pets, all the world's a stage on Facebook and there are no laws, really to govern it.  The real powers that be try and protect the information yet, it's plain to see, the laws are being erased to prop up Mr. Zuckerberg and people think its cool, he's taking over a bank!  Nonsense, it's a threat to your country and your livelihood.  Media journalists all around the world have been threatened for this dummy machine Facebook, media all around the world have been suppressed by this dummy machine Facebook.  There's really nothing social about it.  It's actually taking away everyone's social skills.  I'll never forget it.  Back in 2004, the phone stopped ringing.  Those that dropped in for a visit, gone.  The open door and busy social haven for our friends and family grew very quiet.  Wondering why, I asked one of our friends one day, "where is everybody?"  "Well, they're all on Facebook". Weary of this thing, "Facebook" - this colourful tool was to be the remaining scope of our social life that showed itself as being the superficial entity it is.

Telephone companies around the world suppressed by this dummy machine Facebook has shown that its almost impossible to find a person these days in the phone book in your local community or even a "pay" phone to use.  "Oh, that's just a thing of the past", you hear people say.  The millennials have become the direct target to this disgraceful dummy machine propping up others to think they're level of communication has improved.  Yet, the illiteracy rate is higher than ever, the health issues continue to bombard our healthcare system and yet we are told it's the government's fault, it's the bank's fault.  Well, it's the government's VAULT and it's the bank's VAULT and it's holding back on security.  Secure jobs, secure workplaces, secure knowledge.

Newcomers to this country Canada, whether you are a conservative or liberal or social democrat - its doesn't hold water to Facebook.  Facebook doesn't care what party you are from.  It really is just another name for the Bank of Nova Scotia, it's not a not for profit company, it's not a free machine, and it's certainly not your friend. 

If you are truly inspired to seek real knowledge and you want to use the world wide web, you might want to start anywhere but Facebook.




Celebrating 20 years of Newfoundcare

20 years later and still promoting primary health care in Newfoundland and Labrador. 

The issue shows up in the amount of contracts and work that Newfoundcare has obtained.  It's apparent most people confuse Newfoundcare.com with External link opens in new tab or windowwww.newfoundcare.ca - a Newfoundland and Labradorian local company that is excited to help and support the community. It speaks volumes to overseas and to the rest of the country.  Nevertheless, Newfoundcare remains steadfast and strong and celebrates where primary healthcare begins.  At home.

During the Romanoff report of 2004, Newfoundcare became the brainchild and umbrella for the work done and research obtained to provide better common sense to our healthcare system and communities' well being.  And this year, marks 20 years later with more illness and obesity on the rise due to the lack of knowledge and education provided to our communities. 

The logo above was designed to show the care given to Newfoundland and Labrador.  A large C for Care, encircled around the letters NF for Newfoundland and Labrador.  The mint leaf to promote natural health you can obtain without a supplement such as vitamins, or an antidote for some of your ailments.  The logo was always designed to encompass how "we" as a people care for one another. We have the largest volunteer sector in the country, the most trusted healthcare in the country and the most natural wilderness in the country.  Besides BC, Newfoundland and Labrador has the land plus the ocean's resources and provides substantial evidence of wealth to those abroad and its need to be managed and sustained properly. 

Newfoundcare provided a sample proposal to the government during the Romanoff report to introduce a better primary healthcare sector to our provincial people.  It gained a lot of interest from officials in government and then, it just fizzled out, quite possibly based on the level of education here to actually introduce primary healthcare.  These days you rarely hear the term.  Much of that information saves money from the acute care beds that are full all over the country and the help it offers our children and seniors a healthier lifestyle. 

Newfoundcare continues to provide and exceed expectations as the well taught attitude of Newfoundlanders and Labradorians and understanding of the huge reward that excellent service provides.  Number one, it saves money.  Experts all around the world gather a wealth of information on just how our culture remains helping each other in need and welcomes outsiders who do the same.  Our culture remains strong in the fisheries and potential for more agriculture as we provide outstanding service to our fellow neighbours. 

For more information on Newfoundcare send a message to External link opens in new tab or windowinfo@newfoundcare.ca 








Men Tall Ill Nest Weak?

What kind of a man is he?  (The picture of mental illness from Google at left)


A jealous man.

 

As an engineer once said to me, “Psychology 101 -  In order to ask the right questions first you need to know a portion or a part of the answer." Jealousy is an illness in itself.  It’s ill thoughts.  Why won’t the medical profession term this as an illness? I hear conversations from all sorts of folks, saying this all of the time, “Well, he says, 'I’m the man of the house, so there! Go get a job”.  Okay, so here’s a survey for work for everyone to participate in for your mental illness weak statement.

Is he a control freak?

Is he a wife beater?

Is he an alcoholic?

Is he a good cook?

Is he able to do laundry?

Does he take care of the cleaning the house?

Does he walk the dog?

Does he pay the bills?

Does he procrastinate in major situations or projects that need to be accomplished?

Does he work full time?

If not, how does he create his 888, his own infinity, let’s say.

Does he have any hobbies?

Id-VS-ego – 80% of brain use or his creative time?


Would you say 25% or 50% or 75% or 100% of these answers are yes, then your man has a jealous attitude. Most studies show that violence starts at home.  Unlike the Dominican Republic, a tiny island in the Caribbean, a matriarch society, Canada is still very patriarch.  And so, all he needs to do is change his mind. A man trying to be in a bird’s nest is unlikely to be successful, the same as a male salmon trying to swim upriver to lay its spawn.  We all have roles to fill in life, and a man can NOT, fulfill the role of woman entirely. No drug can undo jealousy.  No drink is good enough to undo the pain and/or the jealous factor the man faces against the woman’s rights to be a woman in her birthright’s decision. And now,

unto to the rest of the survey for work purposes:


Does he compete in your conversations?

Does he play devil’s advocate with your ideas and plans?

For instance, making dates for camping trips, or planning a garden and offering support to grow vegetables and fruit, and take care of the earth along side of you?

Does he lie to you?

Does he take out the garbage?

Does he protect you?

Does he say one thing and it’s really a projection reflection?  In other words, a refection of himself projected upon you or someone else?

If retired, or has extra time, does he volunteer? 

Does he use his 888 wisely?

Is he creative? 

Does he offer help and support to you and everyone else?


Jealousy can grow a lot of various diseases.  Ill thoughts are the root cause. It can take over your entire spirit of inspiration.  If you are “jaw-smacked” then you are shocked at someone’s persona. Whether that be their appearance, their verbal or nonverbal communication.  Are you hiding a part of you that’s in sync at that moment you are jaw-smacked?


That’s not a mental illness, that’s a revelation, an enlightening moment.  YOU have the choice to perceive it as positive or negative and with all do respect to yourself what feels good and what doesn’t. But it will only be a thought.  We have 2000 of them every minute.  Approach and build on the ones that are good for you and everyone else in your conscious thoughts and don’t overthink.  The answer may not come right away. So don’t overthink the in-sync.


It might come to a point in time, knowing our medical profession are fed up, where doctor’s and nurses will prescribe to you the necessities to fight your own ego, your jealousy, your “men-tall ill nest”  (il is the male pronoun in French).  This is what they might end up prescribing to you….


*  Adopt the 888

*  Walk through all elements (face the elements) sun, rain, fog, snow, sleet, the woods, any body of water, have a fire with friends on an open-air beach or park area, where you are safe.

*  Eat lots of colourful food.


Jealousy can lead to a hacker’s paradise for a charade parade, as Facebook and social media catch up to moderate everyday living.  In other words, spend less time on social media and more time on yourself.

May 7, 2007, The first post…..

A dream shared and equipped with a machine. An adaption process to those that are present.  The immediate and the moment. The leftovers from years before, history written in a journal, and then disappeared only to be replaced with a four leaf clover from the dream place. But ever present everyday.  Why? Well, money, money, money. And what it really has been and always will be is, “mommy, mommy, mommy!” Yes.  I am, Miss Understanding, Miss Giver, and Miss Treat! Men!  To other women in non- traditional roles of work as I have been myself.  Be unique! And never give in to the fakes.


A question asked to another while on tour in Spain 2023, a country that is bountiful in creativity.

“From the stone age to the golden age to the sauce age.”  What do you think of the sauce age?

If we are to be left with the sauce age, then the assets are obvious and none.  And that is not true or real.  Superman and Lois Lane are mad, and Party is to blame.  Party away assets and you are left for ruin. That’s not a mental illness.  That’s just pure jealousy.





The Elect Trick Company

 

A conservative grandfather and a happy family to unite and conquer corruption was always the way with our patience.  We hold on to those who panic and don't understand, letting them know it's ok.  We stand by our promise and this promise land, Newfoundland and Labrador. Loyal to our founding fathers and mothers and children.


This past week I was especially grateful to celebrate my daughter's convocation.  Myself and her family members and friends were near by to cheer on her wonderful accomplishment.  We stood for the Canadian Anthem.  We waited....and....then everyone sat back down.  Shocked!  Astonished!  What?  No "Ode To Newfoundland"?  A shock to say the least a huge brick thrown at our province to say the other.  Hopefully it was just a misstep in who was responsible for planning this event.  My daughter should have been able to sing to her founding land as well as her country.


God Guard thee New Founde Land....


Earthquake October 17th 1989, everyone on the continent who had been tuned into the Baseball playoffs in California lost reception on television.  What happened?  Shocked.  What happened to the game? We waited.......nothing......finally we gained back reception and learned there was an Earthquake, 6.9 on the Richter scale that affected everyone and yes, there were casualties.


Earthquake December 31, 2023, everyone in Japan on New Year's Eve felt this 7.6 magnitude killing and destroying thousands of buildings and causing casualties.  People were shocked.....they waited...... news of loves ones during this North American calendar holiday.


The power during this season is the elections. Will we be shocked? VOTE!  It's your right to have who YOU want to represent YOU in our government.  The power to the people is rest assured by those who are voted in.  There, they remain for a term with power in their hands and other people's lives are considered.  Yes, they have a responsibility for your health and safety and that's why they work for you in government to uphold that.  We don't want to see what happened in the United States with no response from FEMA, like they encountered last month during a hurricane.  But that's the power of nature that can cause risks if you are not prepared.  Your "rep" is not your babysitter though,  the "rep" or elected official is not your go-to guy or girl for a hand out of something without a great deal of value to give back to everyone else involved. You represent one, you represent all. The underlings still have a way to go when it comes to patting their cronies on the back in the back of the back room.  Nonsense and costly mistakes cost taxpayers a lot more than any "rep". So be nice. Lobbyists have a tendency to overwhelm elected officials. 


An interesting pattern occurs though once elected officials from Newfoundland and Labrador are elected to the Federal caucus.  Unlike the United States, we have three main stories to follow, The Conservatives, The Liberals, and the NDP's....all appear to be lacking strong willingness once they get to Ottawa.  Why?  We see the back and forth carry on in the basics of intelligence between parties.  Instead of celebration the power and wealth of our country, there always appears to be one party pitted against the other, undoing what likely appears to be wrong doing and wrong to policies in place, to the bills that are created and forecasted within government it takes so long to get anything accomplished.  Why?  Why are we always supposed to sit around and wait? People's lives during the pandemic were in an emergency for support and bills were passed quickly and under the emergency act we as a country can do this. 


Are we to tell our government that everyday right now is an emergency for people's well being?  For the cost of living, the shelters and food security that is all upside down with huge mansions hardly lived in, empty houses from those away and people on the street and food from large chain grocery stores being dumped in the garbage while people go hungry.  What and why and who is responsible for the disconnect.  Aha!


Most times when our Newfoundlanders and Labradorians are elected to the federal government, we hear from their communities and their people.  Shocked at times, to see their "rep" do a 180 degree circle on them.  All of the things they were going up to Ottawa for appear out of nowhere to just completely fade away as if the elect trick veil has come over their face.


Have they been duped themselves?  Did the elected official understand their level of power and how to use it correctly?  Why the disconnect?  The laws that govern this country are the same for all of us unless provincial laws are made with local municipalities.  The province really has little power when it comes to the power that resides over us.  The feds provide the funding to the municipalities, and a budget is set for each of the departments in government to govern, like our healthcare system.  One third of our provincial budget is this.  Please don't abuse it. Put it towards health education for the community to create better primary care. The term mental illness is exhausting and stupid.  Everyone has ill thoughts, and everyone also has the ability to make them go away with the right support and education.  That is what the term mental illness means.  The crony who is abusing this term needs to know its nonsense.


I digress. I gather this much though about those elected.  The elected official has a to adopt an understanding of the country as a whole, however, there appears to be this estranged wonderment among myself and other colleagues who see the pattern for years. Careful consideration of my own thoughts as to the backbone of this country being Newfoundland and Labrador to the rest, we sit pretty here as the last of the 10 provinces to join but the first colony in this side of the world that was bustling with activity over a century ago.  Why the disconnect?  What happened?


We have lived a great deal of history here and provide great knowledge to academics who study here.  Our elected officials bring an untapped amount of potential for the rest of the country, however, the likelihood has a lot to do with priority.  "We own you now," is the act of the one elected to a federal riding.  You work for us now, not your province, we come first. We have federal land and grants to approach. We state the law and you adhere to it".....  quite possibly the lingo a newly elected official hears from advisors in the bureaucratic side of government.  Sort of anti-climatic to say the least.  You as the elected official have reached this height of passion to embrace your fellow people and now you just have to sit there and wait to make a bill.  Might take a couple of years, so you'll just have to deal with it, is the attitude felt by taxpayers.


So, here's to all those running in this election season.  Don't be too quick to be the elect trick!  Power remains where it always will be, home.






"Is this thing on?"  75 years later

An autumn night in 1974. My mother, Joey Smallwood, my father and me with Tom the cat.
A reflection as Remembrance Day approaches. Fight the good fight.

A food fight from another time...
Of another time, a picture I recall of my mother, her step mother and her father.  Standing tall, the black and white photo showcased the three of them with my Grandfather in the middle.  The care takers of a time for a community struggling in the 1930's.  Never to do it again, but it happened once more. World War II.  Never to happen again.  April 1 2011 - my mother dies.  And the bond of Confederation for Canada is alive and well.

There is always room for growth and prosperity when you understand a bond.  A food bond, a land bond, a water bond.  It keeps the country afloat.  It's not for sale.  You can't lean on it, you can't borrow it, you can't even skip over a generation and make it happen.  If so, it will come to the reality we see within our monetary flow that some things created such as the baloney taxes are nonsense.  A food tax is nothing more than a foolish game created to undo this country and its wealth to provide to other countries.

A bond of time and to Canada and to Confederation.  The USA celebrate us as being Canada.  As Newfoundlanders and Labradorians elsewhere they too celebrate our unity.  Those that speak against confederation are none other than ignorant.  This great big country that protects the rest of the world.  The common moderate culture of Newfoundland and Labrador adopted by the rest of the country.  We here celebrate being a part of Canada and the people who live here do as well.  Moderate dwellers of the north.

The transference of our Confederation bond to one generation after the other.  Those that can stand the test of time and the moderate lifestyle of living healthy and happy everyday is what Canada contributes to each and every person living here in this country.  Human freedom of rights celebrates that.  No one can undo this law and if it thought to be, the consequences are high.  We as a country continue to invest in our supply to others' needs, as much as we take care of our own, yet the one governing our tax dollars is now in the midst of showcasing nothing but stupidity, greed and laziness for a free ride to nowhere.  Governing a bond that belongs to another can not be accomplished and can only cost more than necessary to even attempt it.  Why should anyone care when they don't even understand how?

Stealing property and someone's identity is none other than a joke for me and the rest of my family.  In order to understand this wonderful bond of Confederation, first you need to listen.  Listen closely to the sounds around you, we are the reception.  A peace treaty for the rest of the country can not be undone.  The garbage can be cleaned up and we can brush ourselves off from another's party and hangover and walk peacefully each day if we listen.     

Marconi's first transatlantic signal, 1901 when we received the first radio signal via a telegraph. An SOS signal for the letter S was received.  It was paramount for the way radio has integrated into our lives ever since.  We receive your messages here on the 5th largest island in the world, the 10th province of Canada.  Situated in the middle of the North Atlantic, we are home base for radio.

1904, the Liberal Government is managing and representing the country to the rest of the world.  The industrial revolution is growing and old age ways of slavery are dying off.  The laws were made decades earlier yet slowly, communication to the rest of the nations via the pony express mail carriers, and the forward thinking movers of this continent, many evolved from outworn ways of thinking and received the news.  Today, you instantly receive messages via social media.  And for the last 15 years cellular technology has evolved from the landline telephone.  That listening device we all enjoy on birthdays, Christmas holidays, any special occasion to wish greetings to another.  A celebration of communication technology.
Very much like a two way radio transmitter.  It serves as a bridge connecting loved ones regardless of the distance separating them. It offers a nostalgic yet effective means of staying connected.

1949, NL joined the rest of the country, Canada.  75 years later, and still ahead with plenty of knowledge, resources, the abrasive denial of this country's foundation continues today by none other than risk taking thieves into much less attractive businesses to undo confederation.  The chit chat over the air waves creates a lot of information, and sometimes too much information causing disinformation (or those being misinformed).  Those who do not understand are left to wonder how can they care? It's only money.  The use of this statement and the forgetfulness on how they spend it is foolish.

March 31, 1949.   Live feed 49-51% was the vote to join Canada. Why the myriad of one against the other?  Religion. 

No other religion offers you something to eat during your service. Yet, no religion wanted to be a part of a slave trade business either.  The mere lack of knowledge showed up in the polls for those who voted.  Canada was the right choice. Undoing racism is still very much about the values taught at home.  "Never hate anything", my mother used to say.  Taught to dislike as opposed to hate, became the tempering attitude towards ignorance.  When given knowledge you are empowered to make sense and your ignorance begins to disappear.  The same should not be true for our assets here in this wonderful place we call home.  Knowledge can undo hate. Hate brings war and there's no need for war.  It does not make money - it spends it.  It raises taxes, and so to speak of the current times, an information war with ignorance leading the way.

Thank God for NL and for Newfoundlanders and Labradorians' patience around the world.  We, walk away and the generations before us know.   As we enter the next 75 years of confederation, I say as a reminder to myself, "Independence is taught and can not be bought.  Brilliant leaders draw upon that thought."



 








Another dole out of money for sugar tax and another bank closer.  Does anyone see a pattern here of who and what is acting as your government? An idiot!


Late this week Newfoundlanders and Labradorians were 'gifted' with that free money everyone wants and believes exists.  No such thing.  I scratch your back, you scratch mine, that's fair play.  And what is going on is not.  When you steal from a bank as this one acts as everyone else, your rep, as we say, you end up with nonsense and stupidity and true heart ache from the likeness of Rex Matthews, the Mayor of Grand Bank and other likeminded intelligent people. This nonsense of claiming, "oh, it's only the kids....leave them alone" has gone overboard with a ridiculous amount of impaired (computer) drivers that are adults blaming someone else, erasing your reality for none other than themselves.  The only one benefitting from all this is a crooked lawyer. The doomsdayer and her client. Let it be known that after 100 years of banking in an area classified to feed you, you stand for ruin of yourselves and everyone else around you.  "Go back to school! Or go home!" as someone might say. The Bank Nova Scotia would seem to say that if NL wants this type of business for their people, 'we're outta here"!  Total corruption.  The island appears to be looking to invest in the currency COD.  A grassroots community initiative that faded out due to the lack of real options for trade.  A few kept it going but the lack of 'real interest" in development existed with the attitude with the one who created it.

The Slipway in Quidi Vidi
What is wrong with it?  Nothing, but to know that this "nothing" allows stupid inconsiderate wishes to make "something" of it and to once again get rid of it, to wipe out the footprints shows the lack gratitude for reality, our culture and who we are.  We have wharves here that are as old as the bank that just closed this week.  This news delivered from the City of St. John's comes from the same crooks looking for another way to destroy reality.  Nothing more to it than that.  The obsession of a thief stands no chance in this world and everyone is watching the erosion of our Newfoundland and Labrador culture.  Try and blame it on a pandemic and you are as stupid as the goffer you hired to do your dirty laundry.  This comes to no one's surprise to see since the fire of the CLB in 1992. Erase all that too.

The pattern of erasing reality will be stopped.  It's not the church, nor the government, nor anyone who you like.  This person is no one's "God's send" and has done more to destroy families and family values in the last decade than anyone has seen before.  Propped up by stupid lawyers who make their laws to save their own necks.

The Telegram
Gone.  So who in the world does this idiot think they are?  Carrying out tactics in hiring friends to be your CRA agents, security officers that work for the airport and of course the latest news on this is how the safety of that is in need of updating.  And so, let me introduce to you, the queen of coney island!  This menace to society has undone 100 years of existence to watch you all grow into couch potatoes.  Whether you like it or not, real news happens. If you don't like it, then you are one of the many others that feel the same.  To deny its happening shows you're the ostRICH with your head in the sand.  There is no room for media thieves who make false claims against reality, like being the kin of Paul McCartney or something of a goddess from an old Mayan Temple, and own a laundry mat?  Really?  Really!!!  Grow up!  Social media can be blamed for many things but the same applies here as to the other erased factors of NL, pure stupidity.

Crown Lands
Don't touch it.  Fools with the embargo to keep thinking their stronger than ever have nothing to gain.  They create nothing but continue on ruining their own neighbourhood and everyone else's for the simple act of racism. The thief needs someone to do the dirty laundry. Hanging you out to dry.






A is for Avocado! B is for Banana! 

The finishing touch to the Breakfast extravaganza!  Thanks for all your responses for the ABC Challenge, the Affordable Breakfast Challenge!  


Brought to you mid September to the present, the affordable breakfast challenge was to debut a workshop, The ABC's of the Real Treat! children's fresh food program, endorsed by several educators 20 years ago. 


Still never adopted by government and reasons are in a previous article, the healthy eating lifestyle of Newfoundlanders and Labradorians to buy the fresh produce at their local grocery stores goes out in wastage for none other than the 'genius' running the provincial coffers. Ahem, excuse me, while they try and create more fake news about what is good and bad for you, especially in your diet.  Cheese everybody!  Cheese!  A little treat for young ones at the end of my picnic program.


Apparently bad for you since 2007.  The 'genius' has developed nothing but fake news for Newfoundland and Labrador by offering you a delicious dish - a soap dish...Yes, we will all live off of Dove for our laundry machines that now take a dollar to operate as opposed to a nickel or a dime.  The cost of living continues to escalate for the 'genius' as we are the ones to be suppressed by the 'business' of those who carry out their own antics to stay alive.  Remember the doomsdayer? They will cough up another disaster operating the media to succumb to more costs of living upon each one of us, us the moderate dwellers here in NL with a fragrance of watt might as well be dung.


Excuse me for my sarcasm, however, when you read from colleagues that also know how the 'genius' works, we, hear by, announce the ludicracy at work is stealing your sense.  Your common $cents to make an almighty dollar for your family.  Dictatorial, she has nothing to offer but a stab in the back to all those against her.  A female to a female who knows the difference of right and wrong watches her undermine everyone's intelligence to only further her intention - an identity thief.  Keep those cards and letters coming, because they aren't reaching me, but be assured they are reaching her.


If you can stomach the stupidity as I can, you will love this delicious breakfast, Avocado Shake, with Quicks Oats and Banana.


Avocado Shake


In a blender

add one banana

one avocado

and a cup of milk 

Blend until smooth


Pour in your coffee cup and you're ready to go!

A great full breakfast to keep you going all morning!


Quick Oats with Banana

Add your quick oats to a bowl

Add boiled water

Add a few slices of banana

Add a sprinkle of cinnamon


Either of these breakfast items are quick and easy to satisfy a great start to the day! 




Publishing Tips

During the month of October, Newfoundcare will bring you the latest news on how to publish your material with affordable and quality actions to take. Whether you are a self publisher or have an agent, learning from experienced publishers and promoters, gives you knowledge and the tools you need to be a successful writer.

Tip#2 Public Speaking
If you have something to write about, you have something to talk about.  Regardless of your subject, you need to seek ways to communicate verbally among others what it is you are writing about and why folks need this information.  If you are writing a book, then of course, all the more reason to seek areas where you can speak in public.  There are several ways you can do this.  Find a writer's club, or ask the library for assistance as to where you might be able to engage with an audience of like-minded folks.  Another area to consider are clubs or organizations that pertain to your subject.  For instance, if you are writing about philosophy, there is a club for that as well, allowing you to narrow in on your audience. 

One thing that was suggested to me when I wrote my children's book, was to do the same, find ways to speak publicly.  I sought out areas of where I could speak in public and found a local Toastmaster's club.  There, you can attribute a lot of your knowledge sharing among others.  A great place to start if you're an amateur speaker.  You'll get hands-on mentorship, with like-minded individuals who will support you in your efforts. And if you are seasoned in speaking in public, you can attribute your knowledge to the club.

Another area for speaking in public about your writing is radio and or TV and now, social media.  Many community radio stations look for topics from writers to discuss their books.  Your community possibly features a local tv talk show and you can always record yourself and post it on your social media.  I strongly suggest though, you do this right after your book has gone to print and you have that tangible product in your hand to show and tell.

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Havin' a Time

Controlling Emissions?  Apparently, if you do NOT admit you have a disability these days, then you are at fault. "You should be like us and relying on the government to give you free money", is what one individual believes. He hasn't been sober in 40 years.

So there you go, I have a disability, I can't drink too much.  No remedy for that?  Well, the remedy is to OMIT.  I do not have to control what I omit from my daily diet. Alcohol does not control me. I control the alcohol and most of the time its omitted from my daily routine. Drink responsibly.  The light weights are not in the boxing ring. They're the ones who refuse to entertain a longer-than-necessary escapade of drinking upon one sitting.  The light weights in this instance are titled 'weak' to the heavy drinker.  That's the doom game for the alcoholic.  If you can't drink like them, then you are the problem.

What they don't teach you in school:  I read a book once, titled The Human Animal, Phil Donahue.  While attending school in Barbados, WI, back in the 1980's, I read the book and was enlightened to understand a lot more about the human brain and all of its magnificent gifts it can bring a person if they mind their health.  One example he gives is the process of what happens to the brain when it has consumed too much alcohol.  Quite entertaining and matter of fact.

You'll observe those who have had a 'few too many'.  Their speech begins to slur.  Like unwinding a ball of yarn you have just tidied away for the day, you begin with a drink and undo the process of all that tidying you accomplished with a 'few too many'.  The conversation becomes a rambling of words. The stubbornness sets in and then, after having a 'few' more, you are diminished into the horse stage of the brain, the limbic system, where you begin to stumble. The individual becomes stubborn and flippant, lacking focus. The intoxicated individual needs blinders from all the distractions around them to stay focused.  And then, on it goes, the 'few too many' and the brain reverts back to the reptilian stage.  The individual is now down on the floor, slithering like a reptile, with its lack of ability to get back up. 

When I first read that book in my teenage years the same applies today.  If that's what being drunk is, then count me out! Having a time with friends when you're young and drinking, and the majority have been there, with the next day hangover as the first alarm, and you say, 'I'm not doing that again". I love to dance and I don't need a drink to do it. "You'll hear some folks say, well, I need a few to get up the nerve before I can do that". You end up with one dance just before you're ready to leave the premise, even though you really wanted to all night, but just never got the nerve.  First of all, you lost your nerve as soon as you had that first drink in your hand to sip on instead of getting out on the dance floor, exercising and having fun with everyone else. Now, you're loaded drunk because you don't have the nerve.  The drink took away your nerve to actually dance and have fun like no one is watching.  And who cares if they are? They might learn something when they sober up.

Once again, everything in moderation.  If you are drinking yourself to oblivion everyday, you have a problem.  Drink responsibly or not at all is my motto. You are the one in control of the alcohol, not the alcohol in control of you. And never mind the rest.  They're still stuck in the horse stage of the brain, limbic and stubborn.  With any addiction that impedes a sensible daily lifestyle, you have to change your mind.

I question why the government never put any taxes on our alcohol.  While working at a convenience store a few years ago, a MUN student came in and said he was conducting research on the sugar tax and would like to have a look at some of the beverages we sold.  They have been frequenting stores around town.  Off he went to the drink coolers, to gather the prices, I figured. What else could give him data?  As I carried on working, I asked him if he knew why there is no tax on the alcoholic drinks. He said, "Because they contain no sugar."  I objected.  "Yes there is sugar in alcoholic drinks."  "No", he replied, "There isn't".  "Ok," I said, knowing this conversation was futile, I just politely stated, "I will have to check that out.  What about rum?" I asked.  "No, no sugar in that either," was the reply.

The Sugar Tax is not much different than an old fashion Single Tax Party from Denmark.  Absolutely ridiculous.  This tax fraud has only benefitted those who believe the drink will save their life and is using young healthy people to carry it out and call it law.  Absolute BS!  The life they use to have their sugary drinks is no different than my brother's, or my other brothers'. From a family of 12, 8 boys and 4 girls, we have invested in living a great life here in NL, and for what?  To see it washed down and out? Eat well, live long and the prosperity statement has become eat well, live long in poverty. Our childhood family motto has changed as we navigate these challenging times with unity and perseverance. The family motto now, 'one day at a dime", I mean, a time.

You can't buy time, as much as some would like to keep stealing another's. Buying someone else's time is ruthless and unfair.  Cutting assets from everything here in NL, Canada is not going to buy more time.  It shows a grave dirty thief justifying the drunken stupor. "It's an accident!"  You'll keep hearing.  Caught, the con, the fraud, and the pleasant thief have become accustomed to living here in NL and take it for granted everyday. Barely going anywhere outside of the house, and carrying out drinking all day long wasting away for none other than crooked friends and that nerve you don't have when it comes time to dance. Well, that nerve calls this business. Accustomed to being used, the sober one feels at fault.  For an alcoholic to use a sober headed individual to keep them going everyday, the alcoholic is now like a child looking for someone else to fix the problem.  Too drunk to understand reality, or anything well said, they're best omitted from the essence of the information to eat well, live long and prosper, knowing they are here to destroy it, one drink at a time, everyday, all day long.  Your sober heart knows its best to ignore them and what they say is wrong.  The present, carbon tax is really just a lot of hot air from those caught in their own web against tax-makers against the truth and reality. Making up more garbage day after day is not going to save them or anyone else. 

I have omitted myself from these drunken conversations. A bit by choice, because you can't reason with ridiculous and taxes are steadily increasing.  Like watching sheep jumping off a cliff, the simple solution is right at your finger tips while the cost of living is sky-rocketing giving no one any resolve.  Free money? No such thing. And it's a threat to taxpayers for the government to continue 'give aways'. 

Your physical composition.  The weight of our country is more like watching a crazy Hansel and Gretel story of keeping us all in a hamster cage, without real education, but to be fed and fattened up each day with our own resources, and turn around and call it research, by none other than a thief.  A poverty education plan, not a poverty reduction plan or an omission plan, great.  Being taught how to live broke, drunk and poor everyday. 

Google "does rum have sugar?" The content in the first statement;  O grams of sugar for RUM.  Your Google search engine was intended to give up to date immediate information of facts in an objective manner and that has now been tampered with and highlights nothing but an opinionated drunk to suit an extremely ill intention.  The Google search engine here in NL is running off fumes.

I have talked with a few over the years on social media and the ridiculous at-fault hackers see no need to accept defeat.  "It's an accident!" is all you'll hear them say.  All those alcoholic drinks contain some sugar and yet they keep hiding real knowledge and information from you and everyone else.  Alcohol drinks are created by the fermentation process that brings out the natural flavours in the brewing process.  So the content of wheat, barely and sugar is extremely high.  Debate it all you want.  After googling the rum question on Google, I went back to solidify my made-up mind on the issue: Look up the 1979 Encyclopedia Britannica.  Under the first letter, A for Alcohol Beverage.  Then, look up 1979 Encyclopedia Britannica, the letter S for Sugar.  You'll skim by Slavery and a list of topics of information in alphabetical order there as well, like the Single Tax Party, the Georgist Party in Danish RETS'FORBUND, political party of Denmark following World War II - Social Democratic coalition government.

Google it and you get the gobbligook or as the web shows, "gobledigook". The writer controls and emits impairment for leaving out an objective factual statement about rum. "How do you know its a drunk? you ask. Due to the ridiculous pattern of behaviour since 2011 and the lack of consistency and objectivity that this individual is out for, and that is ruin and despair.  They're doomed.  Doomed from all the various threats since the inception of Social Media; the end of world in 2012 with the Mayan calendar, we were all doomed then too.  Doomed with the pandemic, we were all doomed then too.  And now with the latest fight on the rise to omit the truth and real knowledge, the drunk is still doomed and his carbon emissions control upon everyone else is that WE are all doomed and they aren't.
 
"Allegedly," is how one statement on Google begins as the answer to, "does rum have sugar?" A prop there for a lawyer . "Allegedly", in the statement to state alcohol drinks may contain sugar.  May?  They do! Most of the other statements when googling "does rum have sugar" shows a bold statement right off the search, 0 grams.   Those who seek instant gratification breathe a sigh of relief and say, "See? There".
 
The reader has been lead to believe that sugar is added to some alcoholic drinks and is measured in grams. The IQ of a 10 year old has got to be  running the province's Google and it's atrocious! Dismiss the facts, (in google statements) of the alcohol fermentation process to make drinks, and  MUN students are buying into the artificial and calling it intelligence, telling the gents to do as you say! Drink!  What a load of garbage.  Google has become like social media, garbage.  Best for you pick up the newspaper and read that instead. Oh wait!  We don't have one anymore.  Oh well, there's always those community newspapers, if you don't mind reading about someone's opinion on Confederation to Join Canada as the 'bad" choice. That particular nuisance has undone a lot of good knowledge here with that and is attracting poverty.  Stay away from thinking you will become intelligent from the web. Go read a book!

It is why I went back to the book shelf and grabbed the hardcover encyclopedia to get something better than what is searched out on Google about sugar and alcohol questions of rum.  And then, there is actually a statement asking if rum is ok for diabetics?  Why is this the choice of the subliminal messaging? I kid you not.  I mean, who in the Newf's land do they think they're fooling here?

The best thing the government can do with the sugar tax is delete it. It's buying a pain for none other than to prop up someone's ideas for the ridiculous.

Encyclopedia Britannica - Micropaedia Ready Index 1  A- Bib.    Alcohol beverages any various potables, including beer, distilled liquor, and wine, consisting of a solution, also called grain or wine alcohol (usually ethyl alcohol, also called grain or resulting from yeast fermentation of sugar or starchy materials.)  Page 210. Britannica Encyclopedia

Someone will say "The future seems uncertain with these ongoing challenges."  For those who lack honesty, patience, faith and hope for themselves, yes sir, it's uncertain for them, that's for darn well sure! In daily despair for the drink everyday.  They don't laugh or lighten up until they're drunk. They have become so accustomed to the lack of sobriety, the impairment is the dispairment and we are all caught in the hamster cage going around in circles in the wheel of life, being fed garbage knowledge like lab rats.

The gift of patience is what most don't realize here about Newfoundlanders and Labradorians.  It's obvious those in control don't know their own stamina for facing the harsh elements here, how could they?  They're too busy at a bar or in front of the TV with the drink. The best way to live in NL is to be sober.  Don't be the newcomer to this neck of the woods and your "live long" and well, dwindle away in your glass.  Abuse it and Lose it!


Why is there such a lack of good nutrition?  Good knowledge.

A reflection on Thanksgiving 


Years ago, while listening to the radio, a discussion took place about Her Majesty's Penitentiary.  The conversation was dismal. There were facts provided to let listeners know just the horrible state of our prison here in St. John's, NL.  The lack of resources for one, and the lack of cleanliness plus a number of other factors. 


There's a way that good leaders succeed.  It's by drawing people in, not pushing their ideas on others.  Good leaders pull and never push.


There's a huge debate about how we treat those on the "inside".  You'll hear folks state, 'well, they put themselves there, let 'em rot" or "why should we, the tax payers, be making those in prison healthy, they wasted our time and now they should pay for it, in despair."  Even some of the prison guards who are there to serve and protect are not physically fit.


The rebuttal of this is that these 'insiders' leave the 'inside' having paid their sentence, and go back out to the world around them with the lack of knowledge on how to properly live again. Have they learned valuable lessons? Are they now ready for the 'real world' ? Work, pay bills, and live according to the law they were once against? 


During the radio conversation, I chimed in.  I provided one suggestion for the HMP and for listeners;  Agriculture.  The field at HMP is empty, some recreational activity takes place, I've been told, yet, I've never seen any outside. The land over there has enough to create a large space for outdoor gardening.  They could be growing food.  The community could buy it and that could help sustain their own environment, give them a healthy activity, and valuable knowledge.  That radio conversation took place in late 2007, early 2008.


Like Murphy's Law, if things could go wrong they probably will....too many have bought into the lack of good knowledge.  The barriers that were never there. The agreement for trade between Canada and NL had always been there.  And with the United States as well.  Our agreement to join Canada:  Nothing more than a fish-for-wheat trade.  Accepted and delivered. Better than joining slave trade deals. Those who are against confederation, the 10th province, the 5th largest island in the world, I find absurd and absolutely ridiculous. But there you have it.  The capital investment to undo this agreement has harboured people's knowledge of the immediate.  Now, with no local newspaper it is even more grim to learn about the facts of today in our local community.  "Some people will never learn" is the archaic statement that bolds truth. And it is very important to our current health issues.  Good knowledge brings good nutrition and that is the introduction to everyone's life.  Eat well, live long and prosper. A great poverty reduction plan to start with at home.


Another example of dismissing education for NL; a the closed door from the government on accepting a healthy eating program.  Three reasons for the  "not interested' stamp of disapproval is #1, I referred to foods that are not local.  #2 I mentioned ice cream # 3 I mentioned nuts.  So, there you go Newfoundland and Labrador.  The Kids Eat Smart foundation (government funded) encourages two of the main foods you eat each day, sugar and wheat, and both are not local foods.  It's the government's funding that's doing this.  Both of these foods are NOT local.  And what happened to the main ingredient of milk in ice cream to hamper people's knowledge on how to eat in a moderate way?  "Well, your book also talks about nuts and well, people are allergic to those things you know," was the statement given back to me.  "And as for those foods that are not local, what about growing them?" I asked. "Well we're working on that," was the answer 20 years ago.  Perhaps my next healthy eating program will talk only about fish, then everyone would be happy, right?


So, from HMP to the Fogo Island Inn, the food on your plate is NOT local.  We have been suppressed against 'reality' to improve our environment.  But, there was some good news a few years ago from the Minister of Agriculture at the time. NL Government doubled its growth in local agriculture! This was the success story we were to celebrate.  With access to information - that very news article was then updated by an objective point of view. The local agricultural industry here in NL supplies 10% of the food on your plate.  Now it's 20%, Wow!  Now, that's something to celebrate, is it? Or what about the fact that (stated by a radio host, right around the same time as that other radio conversation), that we only have a 3 day food supply here on the island of NL. If there was a power shut down, or a major storm we would be left to fend for ourselves. We would be relying on anything located here in the way of food and there's not much of that.  A bit of wild game, fish and berries, great.  It would mean no cereal bars for breakfast. Even our small community of livestock would have no fodder.


One day, earlier this year, while serving a customer at my place of work, it was a miserable day in late March.  "You know, we're some stupid." She said. "This place was a summer home for fisherman who came over here from Europe. They knew better than to live here," she said bitterly. We both laughed because its the truth! Living here takes guts.


Adapting to Newfoundland and Labrador, is not for everyone.  Fish is a given here for Newfoundlanders and Labradorians.  However, the two main items promoted by the government (government funded organizations like Kids Eat Smart) in your daily diet, sugar and wheat. Salt was the big threat years ago. We learned from that, well, some still have a way to go, and yes, I am explaining how to undo the nonsense and introduce a healthy diet. A variety of colourful fresh foods will enrich your mind, body and spirit for life. It will help you to get you up off the couch, away from the TV, and video games and go for a walk in the woods or around a pond and be grateful for your health.  You can't buy health.  You have to earn it.


The hospitals don't want to see you coming to them when you're 250 pounds overweight for doing nothing to improve your life. But, they remain steadfast and continue to help you, with the best care in the country, according to recent information provided about those who trust their healthcare system in Canada.  I met a woman last year who had visited Canada and was shocked to see just how many people are obese.  The woman was from Europe who paid a visit here.  Most Europeans are shocked just at the size of too many people.  The pharmaceutical companies love it! And so do the lawyers that protect them. 


While visiting Barcelona, Spain last year, there's a FARMACIA on every street corner with bright green blinking lights to show off their RX signage and show you 'the way'.  And mentioned to me by another tourist, who was also visiting there at the same time, apparently those who also invest and celebrate their medication is the country of Portugal.  They love their meds! The trip for them is to access those artificial fixes.  Those problematic issues that require medication could probably be erased with just a healthier way of living or a healthier lawyer, instead of chewing up pills for breakfast that are made up of a compound of sugar and wheat to solidify the medicine. The real essence of any medicine comes from plants, a concentrated amount will provide the remedy.  Trusting your own physical body composition is important, and more people these days than ever before are relying on medication.  Why?  What happened to the traditional way of working here in NL?  People got up each day, worked hard physically, lived of off those wheat and sugary treats and prospered to a ripe old age.  What changed?  Well, our activities. The 888 - sleep, work and recreation combination.  Most work at a computer each day, for about an average of 8 hours, then, drive home, sitting for maybe another hour in the car, if you're from out of town, then after supper, too tired from not doing anything physical all day, the routine is to sit in front of a TV for another 4-6 hours before heading to bed.  And then, you reflect on the knowledge you consumed that day, the national news is terrifying, the state of despair everywhere, your social media friends are all confused, but there you are in your community and you probably don't even know your neighbour.








Thanksgiving approaches with warm weather records, community activities and a comet from the stone age!


This weekend, folks can participate in various activities to celebrate Thanksgiving.  The External link opens in new tab or windowRASC Royal Astronomical Society of Canada will be hosting a chance to observe the night sky tonight at the Johnson GEO Centre. The comet found in 2023 was last seen some 80,000 years ago.

Another event, External link opens in new tab or windowFree Compost, that can be collected from Robin Hood Bay this Saturday October 12, 2024. Those who like to plant their bulbs now will be happy to have this enriched soil.  Another great event, the External link opens in new tab or windowCarbonear Turkey Trot!  Folks can participate on the walk this Saturday to help support the local foodbank.  For more information email External link opens in new tab or windowssdpcarbonear@gmail.com

Marking the Thanksgiving holiday, the External link opens in new tab or windowCity of St. John's will be closed however the Visitor Information Centre will be opened for visitors expected to arrive off the External link opens in new tab or windowSpirit of Adventure cruise ship. 

As we gear up to celebrate this year's harvest season with our turkey dinners and a array of vegetables, don't forget to thank your local farmers.

Happy Thanksgiving!



Homemade Chai Tea and Eggless Banana Muffins

 Variety is the spice of life!


Have you ever had a craving for something home-baked and just piping hot out of the oven?  In our busy world, where time is precious and money is sparse, the ingredients in the cupboard can bring together some of the most wonderful delights in about a hour.  No eggs?  No problem.


Banana bread is one of my favourites any time of the year. Served with a sweet and spicy chai its a pleasant breakfast for those quick on-the-run, gotta-go days to the office or school.  Anytime of the day this vegan friendly recipe will delight your friends who pop over for late morning tea. They will be sure to enjoy this.


Here's how to make your own "vegan" treat of banana muffins!  One recipe I found calls for cinnamon powder, pinch of nutmeg and a dash of vanilla and the following ingredients


In one bowl,

2-3 mashed bananas

Oil 1/2 cup

Brown sugar 1/3 to 1/2 cup

Dash of salt

Dash of vanilla


In another bowl, (dry ingredients)

2 cups of flour

Dash of baking soda

Dash of baking powder - a dash of cinnamon and nutmeg


Whisk together the first bowl until smooth

Sift your dry ingredients and pour over your mashed banana mixture

Fold with a wide spatula gently until thoroughly mixed

Pour into greased muffin pan and bake at 350 degrees for 25-35 mins


Home made Chai Tea


I learned this recipe while working for an east Indian family restaurant years ago. The pungent aroma of the spices is warm and settling on the stomach


Add milk to a small sauce pan and bring to a medium heat

Add the following dash of each of these spices and let steam for a few minutes

Garam Masala

Nutmeg

Cloves

Cinnamon

All Spice


Your piping hot breakfast or afternoon snack is ready to serve!





October is Cyber Security Awareness Month in NL

What's your perception of people's awareness?

Slim chance for cyber attackers as each day continues since the beginning of the pandemic.  Canada is becoming fully aware of the threats that go against those who use online tools for activities and the list is long. 

Hampering access to information since the beginning of social media really began to grow in 2005.  Social Media has put a huge grasp on our security system analysis here in Canada and as the leaders to the rest of the world for safety and security, the level of awareness that Facebook, TikTok and other social media outlets are a reem of false activity is growing for those who seek a safer online presence. A lot more people are opting out of social media and sticking to their favourite websites for information.

Our knowledge base system is now in the midst of educating all ages on the importance of cyber security and its happening right through our social media. The huge presence it provides as an immediate place for information yet most of it is considered false, cheap and absurd to the public, here in Canada. From TV and Radio to Social Media news, real news, and objective journalism and knowledge can be deciphered by those in the field of media quicker than most, and responsible users of media are using this month to make others aware.  It is not now a thing of the past that it is unimportant, it matters each day that we respect the tools we are provided to communicate real knowledge and good information.  It has become extremely important for people to protect their privacy, their businesses, and their common everyday conversations online from those who have no use for ethics and professional use of these tools.

The RNC are not withstanding any of the false attitudes towards the laws and have in fact made them much stronger in combating cyber attacks, since the NL Eastern Health cyber attack in Newfoundland and Labrador back in October 2021 during the pandemic.

Here are some of the External link opens in new tab or windowtips to secure your online presence from those you sense are a threat to you and your personal online safety.

They are tools not toys - a great statement to make to younger online users.  Just like driving a car, stay away from those online who are impaired - this is one of the first tips to watch out for when involved with those who have an online presence.  Most impaired individuals are not able to make sense.  Drinking and drug use leads to impairment among many other complications and operating a machine like computers and cellphones is really no different than driving a car.  It's a tool not a toy.  Most see the need to educate children on this issue as tablets of cartoons have become the norm for several young children and yet are a direct target for cyber attacks.  In one instance, I have witnessed in the last few years was with an old friend who moved back from Toronto.  Fired from his job, he lead others to believe he was rich and unable to work due to his disability, type two diabetes.  His overuse of drugs and alcohol cost him his job in the media, his house, his relationships with his family. His illness got the better of him. His cognitive ability has been impeded and he continues to be a threat to any online presence.  His make-believe world with the law has gone so far as to attack other people's intellectual property. And so, this example is a common story among a number of people I have discussions with and causes many to become aware of the need to remove and limit use in areas where attacks can often occur and that is social media. 

Mail or No Mail
Electronic mail has become a safe haven for identity thieves.  They sometimes have not hacked an individual at all and have just intercepted their system to steal information for themselves.  This occurs without most ever knowing it is happening.  It takes a keen eye to unravel this type of interception.  Do not open mail that looks unfamiliar to you. 

Gender Theft
Another crime on the rise is Gender Theft.  Stealing from, let's say a person who is a woman, and then making claims they are "gay" or visa versa, the man is hacked and a woman around him is "gay" . A poor excuse for denying not only that cybercrime is a real issue but then to compound the issue with someone's gender is ruthless and shows just the level some hackers will go to make a statement. This has sparked a lot of conversations in the community with those who have suffered gender theft and the damage is real.  Having spoken to a few that feel that sense of violation that a hacker can do to a person there is support.  The first thing would be to remove yourself entirely from social media. Remove all contacts and refrain from anything other than traditional methods of communicating. Use the telephone instead of email for real voice verification, use snail mail. It may take a little longer, but its' worth it.  And reach out to one of the various community groups in recognizing you are not alone and it is not your fault.

Telephone and Electricity
Did you know that a person can tap into your world via your own telephone number and power to your house?  The highest security in the country is fully aware of the nonsense mischievous thieves have over land ownership as a prime example of this type of theft and its occurrence.  If you sense this is occurring to your household a good tip is to turn off all electricity periodically. Like restarting a computer it will help to clear out that nasty interception in your household especially within your WIFI.  One example is witnessing a glitch in your computers or tv and/or radio.  Turn off all the breakers and wait for a few minutes, it will also shut down your WIFI for a bit, prior to reboot. 

Online Banking
Once again, there lies a real threat to one's identity when it comes to online banking.  Usually, this goes unnoticed and if you are anything like me, not rich, that is, you are a perfect target for hackers to use and blame as the problem.  Online banking is a thing of the past for me as I became aware of my own bank account hacked. I went back to the traditional way of banking; in person.  What was caught however was that it was not actually my bank account that was hacked but the electronic banking system or E-Post.  It meant nothing to me for years as I faced repeated criticism and misunderstandings and blame as if I had done "something". It was discovered 14 years after I created the online bank account and it took quite awhile to have the online account deleted.  Finally deleted in 2022, I refrain from using online banking and have spoken to several others doing the same.

Travelling and purchasing airfare online
I strongly decline to recommend that this is a 'safer' way for travellers and airline employees agree.  Anyone can pick up your luggage, tag, use your name by a quick search, tap your bank card in your back pocket and steal your identity in minutes, travel across the world and never find a solution to the residual information that usually is felt after being hacked.  After travelling last year to Europe, with yet another stolen cellphone experience while overseas, blocking is usually the only way to save you and or your contacts identity, if you can find an outlet to check your emails and accounts.  Whether domestic or otherwise, theft is steadily increasing with the presence of online social media and the huge cost of living everyday.  Many are staying absent from social media and sticking with their favourite websites instead.
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With the recent loss of our local daily newspaper here, The Telegram, a shock to say the least, but it's clear the province has being runover by the lack of good representation of our people and community.  Within the last decade or so, it is unnerving to those who work in the area of Access to Information.  In order to obtain a real story accessing real information is extremely valuable and yet time consuming.  There are years of backlogs of those requesting information and yet the independent council of Access to Information hears from journalists all over the country that regard Newfoundland and Labrador as probably the 'best' place for being able to access information.  Stated directly from the Globe and Mail this is imperative to the general public to receive objective first hard news from reliable sources especially if those are sensing a pinch of a cyberattack on real news. 

There were discussions with a few folks I know recently that it was becoming "news" that there were 'talks' about shutting down Facebook. The story dropped immediately after a month or so.  I regret to say that this information was coming from a battle of political wills.  From unions to real knowledge, the use of an online computer and or cellphone has become like a blank check for some who have little respect for the law and civility. So, keep changing your passwords regularly, make them tough enough that YOU can't even remember, use a two-step verification for your online presence and refrain from reading too much news, most of what you see online these days is fake. Trust your local news and your national news for real knowledge.  It may be the mainstream but the in-depth knowledge creeping out of the social media crypt is sometimes worse than a haunted hike on Halloween.

Here is the number to call if you sense cybercrime or suspicious online activity. It can be reported through the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (1-888-495-8501) or your local police detachment.












Great Weekend Breakfast!  Eggs Benedict Special


Called "special" because it's not your typical eggs benedict. The traditional eggs benedict is served on an English muffin with a slice of frying ham and hollandaise sauce.  This weekend special use a slice of honey ham and regular toast with your own homemade hollandaise sauce.


The sauce is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients that are usually found in your kitchen.  Clear oil, vegetable or canola, added to a few whipped egg whites and a dash of lemon juice spice, and you have your own homemade hollandaise sauce. 


Don't throw out those left over baked potatoes.  They're perfect the following day for homemade hashbrowns. Garnished in the frying pan with a bit of butter and spice to flavour your plate, a energy boost for a great breakfast before a weekend walk or hike.  Here's how to make your own homemade eggs benedict special:


Poached Eggs

In a small pot add water and 1/3 vinegar, bring to a boil

Break open an egg into a measuring cup

Gently lay your cup into the boiling water, medium to high heat

Let the egg pour in slowly, (for that perfect shaped poached egg, you can purchase an egg poaching pan in your favourite department store)     

Allow your egg to boil to your preference. For soft (3-5 mins) medium (5-7 mins) hard (more than 7 minutes)


Homemade Hashbrowns

Take your left over baked potatoes and dice with skin on.

Heat frying pan with butter or oil

Cook over medium to high heat until golden brown

Add your slice of honey ham, cut in half, and cook to your preference of crisp


Homemade Hollandaise Sauce

Combine 3 egg whites in a bowl and pour in 1/3 oil

Whisk to thicken.  Add dry mustard and lemon juice for taste

Add a sprinkle of cayenne pepper, paprika or chili powder for flavour

Melt butter in a small pot and pour in your mixture, stirring rapidly and until smooth, remove from heat.


Take a slice of bread and toast to golden brown

Pour a small amount of hollandaise sauce on your toast

Add slice of honey ham and your poached egg

Pour remaining hollandaise sauce over the egg, ham and toast. Your hearty breakfast will give you the fuel for that great weekend walk or hike you've planned!  Enjoy!

 




Publishing Tips

During the month of October, Newfoundcare will bring you the latest news on how to publish your material with affordable and quality actions to take. Whether you are a self publisher or have an agent, learning from experienced publishers and promoters, gives you knowledge and the tools you need to be a successful writer.


Prior to the Christmas season when most publishers like to launch their products, the work has to be assessed, edited, selected, and ready for sale. Most writers as you know, strive to receive income while they work, the work itself is a huge investment that either brings education, important knowledge or entertainment, depending upon your writing style. For instance, are you writing articles or books? Your writing will reflect the audience you are trying to obtain.


Each week during October valuable tips will be provided for successful publishing.


TIP #1 Networking


Networking requires skillful patience.  First, assess who you are going to network with and of course, this would reflect the audience your work has been created for.  Here’s an example of a networking response.  Keep in mind your time is valuable.  You will learn quickly if there is ‘real’ interest in your work when you contact individuals. 


Let’s suppose you have been exchanging times to meet with a potential audience interested in your work.  Let's suppose it has taken more than three times corresponding with an individual to schedule a meeting.  And there is still no resolve.  What do you do?  


Let it go, they are obviously not interested, and your work is too valuable to be wasting your precious time.  It's important to build up a strong network of audiences that will invest in you, your creative work with genuine support.  If it is not there, do not question as to why they don’t respond or delay a meeting. Its obvious they don’t’ care.  To build a healthy business your network will reflect those who mirror your values – not criticize them or waste your precious time.


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The magic of 3! Trail Mix, Cool Beans and Coconut Milk!   

The surprising taste I call, Breakfast Bean Delight!


One morning, I thought of combining these ingredients.  Using up what had been purchased during the month of September, instead of wastage, it has become my new favourite! 

Topped with cinnamon, this hot and cold breakfast will be added to my variety of morning food ideas. A combination of a hot and cold breakfast is substantial and can provide extra energy for those more active days you plan.  Be sure you have a hungry appetite before eating all of this!  The total cost of such a delight - less than $20. Here's how to prepare it for yourself:

Bag of frozen perogies, $4
Can of coconut milk $2.50
Can of maple syrup beans $2.00
Bacon $5.00
Trail Mix $2.50   

Boil perogies for a few minutes until soften enough to fry
While boiling prepare your bacon - cook slowly for nice flat pieces for dicing. 
Once bacon has cooled, drain fat and place aside. 
Add your par-boiled perogies to the frying pan of your bacon drippings.  Fry until golden brown on each side.
Bacon slices cooled are easy to dice into bits. Sprinkle over your cooked perogies.

Trail Mix Surprise
In a small bowl pour a little trail mix or granola
Smother the next layer with cool maple syrup beans
Add a dollop of coconut milk and sprinkle with a touch of cinnamon. 
Garnish with gooseberries for a more tarty taste. You'll be sure to enjoy your newfound breakfast bean delight!
 







Truth and Reconciliation Day September 30, 2024

A day of reflection on the heritage of the Indigenous peoples in Canada and a time to honor their stories and traditions.

My own story

My mother was always apprehensive to discuss our indigenous heritage.  Her mother died in the 1930's here in NL when she was 5.  Raised by her step mother - non indigenous and her father, a business man and a well respected individual in the community, she grew up aware of the fear upon those with indigenous roots.  The attacks upon us can be felt and as many with indigenous roots know, the level of racism still exist hence the awareness campaigns throughout the country today to educate others and bring peace, respect and equality.


Over the years I spent time alone exploring my own heart and embracing my intuition to be close to the earth and its gifts.  My father was a big help in this as I spent much time with him as a young girl when he was a fish monger visiting various towns, meeting his friends and learning more about my own culture here in NL. 


It wasn't until I was in my late twenties that my mother was once again approached with the subject.  "Tell me more about what you recall with your real mother", was the conversation that gave her much grief.  I empathized with her as she was scared to discuss her own heritage.  Growing up in the second world war certainly didn't add any restitude to the ordeal of knowing our culture was inflicted with prejudice.  It was a subject 'better left unsaid' due to the attacks upon what she witnessed from outside influences. 


The determination and spiritual strength to continue the conversation went a long way to where I continued to acknowledge what my mother was scared to disclose.  Sharing my own knowledge, the enjoyment and respect of the land and sea of my home, Newfoundland and Labrador was the basics for my own celebratory acceptance of my culture.  Staying close to the earth and her wonderful gifts was my own spiritual conquest that I continue to disclose today.


Without status, sharing knowledge of embracing a healthy lifestyle, undoing the generalization that 'all' our people overuse alcohol or drugs is still paramount to me.  Stereotyping 'all' people with this decreases each year as we continue to undo the 'fake' news of our people, heritage and culture. Making my own observations of my own family, I have witnessed and observed our level of health to be more than the average individual.  With our pioneering spirit, and moderate lifestyle 90% of us have the inability to "consume too much of anything" .  Our continuous awareness and high level of intuition we all share helps to create a happy daily life. 


Today, a national holiday in Canada commemorates the indigenous culture of Canada.  In honor of our people, activities will be taking place. Over 400 events will be found today around the country to mark the presence of our people and the strength of our country's awareness of our long lasting culture to respect our land and our people.
 

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Let's turn Victims into Victory!

A challenge to healthcare supporters to recognize Well Being Week 2024

Not everyone requires secondary and or critical healthcare.  Primary healthcare begins with how we converse with each other about our feelings. Everyone has a different perspective - its how we learn from one another. However, the language being used for the last 14 years here in NL, towards our community at large is exhausting.  The trend is negative and debilitating and we need to change the conversation.

"All in moderation" is the key to the overwhelming increase in people's opinions on the use of language used in our everyday lives. We need to change the conversation.  Most of what we hear is not arming people to build up on their strengths.  The exact opposite is occurring.  The term 'gaslighting' is frighteningly becoming acceptable and it's costing our healthcare system an overwhelming amount of funding on our human, financial and environmental resources. For instance the mobile crisis unit - why not term the support network the mobile support unit?  The very word crisis is being overused and is fearsome, exhausting folks who most of the times just require a calm comforting conversation with another individual that will accept their feelings as real, yet do not require secondary or critical healthcare. Not everyone requires a psychiatrist (medication) most of the time the individual needs a psychologist (exploring feelings - no medication needed).

In an ideal world, our healthcare dollars would provide a individual with a psychologist first and foremost - not a psychiatrist. Our brand new "mental" hospital would do themselves a favour in adopting this and perhaps naming our newest healthcare institution something other than "mental" . We are in fact most of the times speaking about people's feelings.  If we consider another term such as an "Intricate" hospital - would sit better with many who understand the Waterford is focusing on the brain - the most complex organ in the human body.

We all have strengths and weaknesses.  The challenge is to adopt positive language that will arm an individual to build upon their strengths and to consider their weaknesses, as much as they are apparent, they are also a mind-set.  Changing the conversation can change the mind-set of an individual.  The following are a few examples of language we could adopt as we move forward in a positive direction exploring healthy ways of life that will benefit all ages.

ILLNESS                                        HEALTH
MENTAL ILLNESS                        MINDFUL HEALTH
MENTAL                                        MINDFUL
MEDICAL CONDITION                MEDICAL SUPPORT
DISABILITY                                   IMPAIRMENT (usually a physical condition that requires support) hearing, seeing, walking etc.
ANXIETY                                       USELESS ANTICIPATION TO THE INDIVIDUAL (usually overthinking of the future instead of the present)
INJURY                                          TRAUMA - TRAUMA IS TEMPORARY AND WILL BE OVERCOME WITH SUPPORT
DEPRESSION                               EXPLORING NEGATIVE FEELINGS REQUIRES POSITIVE CONVERSATION
DISORDER                                   IMPAIRMENT (usually comes from the need for more knowledge not a substance such as medication)

These are a few examples where we see the use of language not only from victims, but its widespread use by advertisers, media, policy makers and its costs on our healthcare system is enormous.  Let's adopt a more positive approach towards our community.  Many will learn there is truly nothing wrong and the real need is to just change your mind.




What's your budget for the Affordable Breakfast Challenge?


Send in your favourite affordable breakfast to Newfoundcare to win a copy of The ABC's of the Real Treat!  info@newfoundcare.ca


The cost of living for many is criminal.  In order to sustain a balanced life, the NL Poverty Reduction Plan is direct support from the government.  However, we still have to work daily to perform these programs properly. Correct use of funding, the goal is to reduce poverty, build upon education and encourage folks to create a better lifestyle, at home, work and play.  Consider your priorities when you shop.


Use the 888 - 8 hours of sleep, 8 hours of work, 8 hours of recreation. All 3 combined provide a happy healthy lifestyle, diminishing the need for external dependance upon anything other than what gives you great energy in your daily life.  Eating a variety of foods, obtaining a good balance of work and exercise and free time.  We, as a human race are hardly "artificial" when it comes to our development of emotional intelligence and these are adopting this routine folks enjoy each and every day. Consider how you spend your time.


Who can afford to buy local?  This apparently is the great debate for the last couple of generations.  It would be ideal if we all had the space to grow our veggies, and can our meat, however we don't.  And until the earth tilts a little more towards the south, we are susceptible to a very short growing season.  And so, we have these wonderful food suppliers here in the province that offer an array of the fresh food we require each and every day. Consider what you purchase for your daily consumption.


Transportation, rent, electricity...food usually becomes the "last" item in everyone's affordable pocket these days.  And so, the shopping experience has changed for many.  "Bargain shoppers" are always excited to find the latest deal and several have and will bulk up on their favourite items to carry them through the 'tough times".  What food is priority on your list?


The shopping experience should allow one to come home from the shopping area happy and satisfied with the purchase without living in fear if you will have enough to live on tomorrow, so never fear, there is plenty of support and efforts being made throughout the province.  Food banks for one have seen the unforseen, yet they carry on, keeping the faith that your good will supports the community in a time of need, and that's usually right around now, when the weather cools and the heat bill goes up.


For the month of September, Newfoundcare kept track of the cost of the items consumed for breakfast.  Creating new recipes and reinventing old ones made for a healthy savings instead of grabbing that donut every morning with your black coffee.  The following represents September's breakfast budget:


Can of beans 2.50 Dollarama

Loaf of bread 2.50 x 2 = 5.00  Dollarama

Cinnamon 2.50  Dollarama

Honey 2.50  Dollarama

Coconut milk 2.50  Dollarama

Buckwheat 4.00 Bulk barn

Milk 6.00 Sobey’s

Granola 4.00 Dollarama

Can of Pineapple bits 3.00  Dollarama

Trail mix 2.50  Dollarama

Butter 4.00 Dominion

Perogies 4.00 Dominion

Block of Cheddar Cheese - 5.00 Sobey's

Carton of large eggs - 4.00 Shopper's Drug Mart

White Cheddar Rice Cakes 3.50 Dollarama

Cherry Tomatoes – from the garden

Gooseberries – from the garden

Strawberries – from the garden

Black currants – from the garden

Nasturtiums 2.00 Home Hardware

Soil 10.00 Canadian Tire


Total 55.00 - take away the soil and seeds


What's your affordable breakfast budget? 









Affordable Breakfast Challenge brings Trail Mix and Coconut Milk for a cool choice

A warm breakfast is ideal in the cool months, however if you ask kids - many of them prefer a cool refreshing breakfast, milk and cereal for instance is a favourite.  The affordability of milk however is costly as we have watched the steady increasing cost on our food supply. This trend has forced many families to rethink their breakfast options and priorities.

Coconut milk is an ideal substitute for your breakfast buddies to share.  Not only will you require 'less' in your bowl, you'll gain 'more' satisfaction on your stomach and full of energy for the morning at work, home or play.

Here's what you need to enjoy this tasty breakfast:

Trail mix
A dollop of coconut milk
Rice cake on the side and a glass of water with a few squirts of lemon juice




un deux trois quarte cinq six sept WHEAT!!!  Buck Wheat!

The beauty of buckwheat for breakfast

This ancient grain is delicious served as pancakes for a great morning breakfast.  Affordable to the wallet and stomach, buckwheat is almost grey in colour as the refined grain is dark in colour.  Most of us here in NL eat wheat on a regular basis.  This in fact, is NOT a local food to NL and is shipped in from mainland Canada.  Wheat is the #1 export of grain in Canada and serves the global population to keep our stomachs full.  Several countries are grateful for the wheat export from Canada and next to India and China's export of rice, wheat surpasses much of what we consume.  Noodle soup, pasta, kraft dinner, cookies, cakes, chocolate bars, even some potato chips now contain wheat and those little goldfish all ages enjoy (bite size cracker with cheese flavour). 

Over the centuries wheat has been the main staple in the diet of many in Newfoundland and Labrador. Our fish and brewis for instance, and if you have the opportunity to visit one of the outport fishing villages in NL, you'll be sure to find a plate stacked with slices of the yummy white stuff next to the butter dish in the center of the kitchen table along with a cup of tea.

WHEAT IS NOT FOR EVERYONE

You may recall the statement I mentioned when I first wrote The ABC's of the Real Treat!  - Everything in moderation.  The same applies to wheat.  Many have grown to witness allergies are on the rise and wheat is one of them.  Discovering this issue within my own family, wheat was eliminated from the diet - wait! don't panic!  - only for a  period of 14 days to alleviate the body's function to get rid of toxins built up from too much wheat.  If you experience allergies such as hay fever or eczema try eliminating wheat from your diet for a period of time - about 14 days.  You will find those symptoms disappear within a few days, however continue on eating a wheatless diet for the remainder of the 14 period.  You will find you not only have less allergic symptoms but your energy will increase as well.






Well Being Week September 22- -28 Time for Health


Health is the real wealth however it's as if someone put a "Reich" loan on Newfoundland and Labrador long before Paul McCartney was invited to NL by one man and one woman to learn more about how the traditional ways of life in this province and our wealthy knowledge that sustains health. Their influence is still evident in the community today.

To begin this weeks' celebration the Health Care Foundation and NL Health Services teamed up with the Community Sector Council NL showcasing the multitude of support available for residents across the province at the St. John's Convention Centre on Sunday September 22, 2024.

Among the various booths the public were invited to a speaking event.  There, the discussion began with a celebration of our heritage, brought to us by the St. John's Mi'kmaw Women's Circle. Singing and story telling enlightened the audience as they described the story of the drum in song.  Delivering the drum sound symbolizes the heart beat from the animal it came from. The water song, and the travelling song, describing the heritage that the mother is the protector of water and to wish those on their journey with music to carry them forward. The earth bound nature resonated throughout the room.

Speakers from the Cardiovascular and Stroke Provincial Program brought stories of success and encouragement for those who attended.  Fergus and Fergus (Fergus O'Bryne and Son) also provided entertainment performing their great songs.  Other guest speakers were, Sharing the Harvest NL, Barry Fordham along with Josh Smee from Food First NL. Their discussion showed the benefits far outweigh the disadvantages to our province when it comes to the resources we have on hand here.  Dr. Conners along with Dr. Parfrey inspired the audience with their personal outlook on health and the need to make primary health care a priority.  Primary healthcare begins at home with sound education and a healthy daily routine, the 888:  8 hours of work, 8 hours of rest and 8 hours of recreation. This approach ensures a balanced lifestyle, promoting overall well-being and reducing stress.

Accompanied with Cassie Chisholm, from the Cardiovascular and Stroke Provincial Program, Dr. Parfrey and Ms. Chisholm talked about our "Super Power" and the message was clear, "we're here for you, but we would really prefer not to see you". "Our culture is our Super Power". The meaning is evident, primary health care starts at home, and yes, our caring givers in the health industry stand out from anyone else in the country when it comes to trust and loyalty in our healthcare system here in NL by providing exceptional and personalized care.

The overall display of support and knowledge combined with singing, dancing and good local food was encouraging for participants that these are healthy ways of life we celebrate health here in NL.  Also the encouragement of volunteering as Dr. Parfrey expressed is not only good for the community but brings about a sense of wellbeing and belonging, "as we have 210,455 volunteers in this province", he said, "the highest in the country". Furthermore, these efforts significantly contribute to the development of essential skills and community resilience.

Apart from the "positives" expressed about our people and province, alarming numbers of people with health issues still exists.  Education is key in arming people with sound knowledge and the statistics don't lie as this is the number 1 factor related to poverty.

The Poverty Reduction Plan was discussed and it is to combat these issues and the intentions this time are real.  Providing the province for a full school lunch program, along with disability savings plan and a focus on support for seniors who want to "age in place", with housing and education. There are still gaps and those between 60-64 who do not benefit are encouraged to focus on the importance of primary health care.   Additional resources and policy changes are needed to bridge these gaps effectively.

All of the those who participated in the event offer free advice and support to the community providing the latest in education and knowledge for people's well being. Hence the theme WELL BEING WEEK 2024.  The CSCNL will be taking this event around the province to raise awareness and advocate for enhanced healthcare services.





On the Rocks Fusion Resto Bar

A story of success for a new arrival to our great province, NL. 

Abhi Panwar moved to NL in 2020.  As several with any knowledge of Newfoundland and Labrador, our large island is isolated from the mainland. It made for a safe haven for those during the pandemic. Panwar found comfort in isolating here in Newfoundland and Labrador. The rugged landscapes and warm community provided a unique sense of peace and security.

Located next to the War Memorial Downtown St. John's, the hip, quaint resto-bar, On the Rocks Fusion Resto Bar became Panwar's new brainchild. A great choice for locals and visitors.  On the Rocks opened earlier this year and Panwar has received welcoming and repeated visits from customers. The service is great! Offering a full menu and bar service specializing in Indian cuisine, plus daily specials 25.00 or less, are served in this bright and vibrant spot nestled just up the stairs from Harbourside Park.  All of the the fantastic dishes accompany their wine list as well, as they "offer their resto bar customers the quality and quantity they deserve", said Panwar.

Seating for upwards of 40 people or more, On the Rocks can provide anything from an intimate dining experience to a full group of diners. Panwar worked in the restaurant industry in BC prior to moving to NL and becoming a subcontractor for a local taxi company during the pandemic.  "As a previous manager (of a restaurant) it was easy for me", said Panwar, "it just made sense to do so."

Hiring local staff, Panwar is always busy with his team as they create new ideas and menu items.  Offering daily specials like fish and chips or wings, gives customers at the On the Rocks a choice of local or international flavour.   The restaurant has become a popular spot for both locals and tourists seeking a unique dining experience.

On the Rocks is now taking bookings for the upcoming fall season for any of those special functions and/or Christmas Parties.  For reservations with One the Rocks contact 709-552-2255 or email  External link opens in new tab or windowontherocksstjohns@gmail.com




September 22, 10:13 am NDT

A little more depth into the dynamics of TIME

If you really want to learn about time visit the External link opens in new tab or windowJohnson GEOCentre at Signal Hill, St. John's NL.

Time. How do you measure time?  Time is of the essence.  Time is valuable.  It's so valuable, you can not buy it, it's priceless.  You can not buy time and then exchange it for something else if you are not satisfied.  Creativity happens each and every second of your daily productivity.  In other words, Time = Creativity.

This Autumn, what are your plans during the equality of our time zone?  The Equinox of Autumn (when there is an equal amount of 12 hours of sunlight and 12 hours of darkness), occurs in the northern hemisphere on this wonderful third rock from the sun, Planet Earth. 

Harvesters follow these precious cycles for centuries for agricultural purposes that are paramount for our food security.  You can not fake time.  Time is of its own entity.  It holds no favour over one or the other. To truly respect time people practice living their daily lives creating a productive one.  To view the "fruits of your labour", so to speak. 

Other age-old myths and/or statements of time of the Equinox include that the prevailing weather on this day will be the average weather for the season.  Something to observe.   



TBTN -Take Back the Night 2024

 End Sexual Violence and support survivors by participating in community events and educational programs.


With the average temperature around 20 degrees Celsius or higher this September, it was cooler and overcast yesterday during Take Back The Night march. Celebrated each year to increase awareness against sexual violence, boundaries are sought out for men and women of all ages. Zero contact (as many had to practice during the pandemic applies to raise awareness of one's personal right to exist without physical contact from another human being). Its impact on health and personal boundaries is profound and far-reaching. It encourages conversations about consent and respect in both personal and professional environments.


The key is communication.  The way we exchange verbal and non-verbal communication towards one another to work in a team environment, creating strong interpersonal relationships that foster trust and collaboration.


The march this year ended at Harbourside Park with fun for all ages to celebrate our happy city, St. John's NL.  Prior to the march, folks around the city could witness the External link opens in new tab or windowRed Arrow Royal Airforce as they made their last circle on tour of Canada.


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Can't get enough Nasturtiums!  A quick cool breakfast packed with Iron and Vitamin C


No time for cooking breakfast?  No problem!  Nothing nicer than fresh baked beans, however for those quick needed meals, a can of maple syrup beans is excellent for energy.  Very tasty with a mix of nasturtiums right from the garden.  An affordable juice with breakfast; Lemonade!  Just a few squirts in a glass of cool water, is not only refreshing but helps your digestive system as well.


For an extra tasty breakfast, try some homemade jam, for your toast, and if you prefer something a little less sweet, herb and garlic butter is easy to make.


Cut up a fresh clove of garlic in tiny diced size pieces

Add a tablespoon of butter

Fresh chives will add a nice crunch too!

Spread on your toast, broil in the oven for a few minutes and voila!


The luck of Friday the 13th!  Fresh fruit and flowers for breakfast!

Nothing nicer than fresh Newfoundland berries and nasturtiums for breakfast!  After a hard week of work and/or school, those antioxidants and vitamins in our food are the solution for sluggishness.  Mixed with a bit of granola and milk, plus shredded fresh coconut, this tasty flower with berries will keep you full. 

Growing nasturtiums is easy.  This annual flower can be found where seeds are sold.  Plant in periods during the summer months so that you always have a few to sprinkle on salad, or garnish your favourite bbq favourites.  Kids get a kick out of the fact that they can eat these pretty flowers!  It's fun and packed with vitamin C. 

Google nasturtiums and this is what you'll find:
Both the leaves and petals of the nasturtium plant are packed with nutrition, containing high levels of vitamin C. It has the ability to improve the immune system, tackling sore throats, coughs, and colds, as well as bacterial and fungal infections.



Newfoundcare Breakfast recipes - 30 day challenge!

What's your favourite affordable breakfast?

During September, Newfoundcare has created an Affordable Breakfast Challenge and wants to hear about your wackiest creations for breakfast.  Your favourite recipes for breakfast or your newest inventions are the challenge! At the end of the month, the winner will be chosen and receive a free copy of External link opens in new tab or windowThe ABC's of the Real Treat! with their recipe and photo placed here.

With school back everyone is getting into the swing of the daily routine.  Off to work and school each day, time management and affordable eating is a "must" . Gathering up the latest ideas from the kitchen can be made fun and easy. Think outside of the box (excuse the pun) to dream up your new ideas and affordable meals.  Combining the oddest thing can become the most delicious!  For the next month, Newfoundcare will showcase a variety of affordable recipes. At the end of the 30 days, Newfoundcare will be offering this fun and active food learning program at the Lantern, St. John's NL.  October 15, 2024 folks can participate in learning The ABC's of the Real Treat! program to use at home, at school, or your community kitchen.

Here's today's recipe for you to try.

2-3 tbs of canned pineapple bits
4-6 chopped cherry tomatoes
A sprinkle of your favourite trail mix

Cinnamon toast croutons
Toast plain bread as usual, let cool
Cut into cubes and place on a pan
Spray with a bit of grape seed oil and/or brush with butter
A dash of cinnamon over your croutons
Broil on low heat until desired crisp and voila!   Perfectly golden, homemade croutons ready to elevate your side dish for breakfast.

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Today's Special, Blueberry Poutine!

Harry Clarke, manager of the External link opens in new tab or windowRose and Vine is pleased to present folks a full menu of delicious food at the Water Street central location.  "Not too many know we are now offering food," as he offered me their latest menu, and it's great! 

I asked if he could suggest anything in particular out of all of their choices, and he said they just arrived at a great combination that will surprise the pallet, Blueberry poutine! With a combination of cheese curds and local blueberries, topped off with gravy, this stick-to-your-ribs dish has become very popular, to those that "know". 

The Rose and Vine (previously known as the Rose and Thistle and the Grapevine), has always been the prefect place for live entertainment and now during the pedestrian mall season, to sit in the shade on hot summer day with a refreshing beverage, it's an optimum location during your visit downtown.

Harry also informed me that the establishment is looking forward to offering a daily special off their menu and as most restaurant owners and bar establishments downtown, they also plan to provide a day for downtown staff to enjoy a discount when they visit. "We are just now in the preliminary stages of gearing up for the fall and winter months," said Harry. 

The tourism peak season has been good for folks downtown this year, with so many events attracting visitors from away, many repeat visitors prefer the low season to just relax and enjoy the local culture and the people.  This year, looks even more promising from the word of many visitors to Newfoundland and Labrador.


Food, Flavour and Fun.  Look forward to Wooden Walls Blueberry Liqueur coming this fall. 

Where the land of Blueberries meets the sea, take a tour at the Wooden Walls.


Newfoundland and Labrador, the land of berries, Vinland to the Vikings who visited our island over a thousand years ago, would be proud of this little gem to water their pallet.  A family friendly environment, folks can appreciate fine liqueur made from local berries such as their latest upcoming distilled Blueberry Liqueur that will be available early September if the harvest is right.  "We're just waiting on the berries", said General Manager, Matthew Pribag. 


Upon visiting this quaint and comfortable venue, (inside and out), I happened to be present while folks were on a tour inside with Matthew. Groups can walk through the distillery and learn the process of the local flavours provided.  Those accustomed to St. John's would appreciate this great little get away and the experience is like none other when it comes to fine liqueurs and tapas.  Delicious food prepared by Beck Cook accompanies the flavours of their vodka and coffee liqueurs and spirits.  Evening Tide Vodka, Wooden Walls award winning varietal vodka of 2024, is one of the delicious blends that visitors can sample.  For $10 you can choose the spirits you would like to experience and the choices are vast! 


My first visit to the establishment, located in the parking lot of GAZE Seeds on Harbour Drive, I met bartender, Noah.  Noah is a wealth of information, not to mention great service! The sampling suggestions were perfect for my first visit.  Coffee Liqueur, Evening Tide Vodka, Blueberry Liqueur and the Wheat Vodka, accompanied with Scallop Ceviche.  There's nothing like Wooden Walls when it comes to featuring your next venue. In a heritage location, any type of event, you'll be sure to expect class at External link opens in new tab or windowWooden Walls.


Wooden Walls' neighbours appreciate their business too!  With folks visiting for boat tours, they can expect to receive a complimentary coupon to follow up with a tour of the Wooden Walls. Wooden Walls opened in December 2022, just after the Covid-19 restrictions lifted in Newfoundland and Labrador and has been growing in international style.  I look forward to my next visit.



 

 


Newfoundland and Labrador Folk Festival 2024! 

The weather couldn't have been more perfect for this year's folk festival which brought out the best crowd in several years!  The lineup might have had something to do with this as well plus the great volunteers that put off the venue each year. 


The festival organized this year allowed patrons to buy a beverage of beer and sit where they would like among the venue, (unlike years before when an alcholic beverage was only allowed in a fenced-off tent area).  Unlike the music lineup for the evening's show, the line up to buy a beverage could have been dismissed had the organizers considered a rep to go around selling the beverages instead of having to leave your favourite spot and interrupt viewing the show.  "It's the plan for next year," said one official, "certainly to avoid lineups."


Musical enthusiasts and folk song lovers enjoyed the Saturday evening show with its largest turn out to hear Steve Earle, Emmylou Harris and local talent Duane Andrews plus several other musicians. 


Each year the festival runs from Thursday to Sunday with daytime and evening events scheduled.  Many local pubs also support artists by featuring them during the festival.  This year, the feedback from many was highly favourable. One patron who has not missed a folk festival in 48 years, stated "this was the best one ever!" 


The atmosphere supported all ages where several families brought their lawn chairs and picnic baskets to enjoy the day's event.   Those that participated in coming to the show were also asked to bring along a food item to donate to the Community Food Sharing Association. 



 

Camping Enthusiasts!! Tour the island of Newfoundland for $165.00!

External link opens in new tab or windowDRL Bus Lines is touring in comfort. Boarding the bus either in St. John's or Port Aux Basque, the motor coach makes a number of stops along the way in some of the most picturesque locations on the island.  You can board the bus from the ferry in Cape Breton, or leave the airport in St. John's, Gander, or Deer Lake and hop on the bus for a ridiculousy inexpensive amount, much cheaper than various coach lines and tour buses. 


Servicing local communities, you'll stop in areas like Clarenville, Lewisporte, and beautiful Corner Brook.  DRL Coachlines is affordable and the safest way to travel throughout the island portion of Newfoundland and Labrador. With a steward on board, you'll pay in cash and your one-way fee does not require a reservation. 


Considering a camping excursion to Newfoundland?  The DRL Bus is your ticket to locating some of the best parks in the province.  One in particular, Terra Nova National Park.  With so many stops along the way you'll get a true sense of the island and your surroundings.  For more information contact External link opens in new tab or windowDRL today!


City Makeover


A common occurance in the City of St. John's, NL after the long winter is Spring cleaning.  Several communities like St. John's in Newfoundland and Labrador gear up to obtain bulk garbage, clean foilage from falling leafs etc.  However, St. John's especially, has been growing a reputation of dirt on our city streets.  Why?  Well, it's obvious that a clean city is not priority in the city budget.  Perhaps its burried deep within the budget of tourism, considering the influx of associations across the country that decide to have their conventions here. 


Among several other visitors to the city each year, we are now welcoming cruise ships earlier and this year, in Spring!  They come and visit and their unfortunate comments reflect how dirty the city is when they walk about downtown St. John's.  It might be best to put them on a tour bus right away and take them to CBS, Conception Bay South, and a ferry ride over the ocean on account of the lack of TLC St. John's has been given to its pedestrian areas. 


Downtown St. John's basically consists of three main thorough fairs.  Harbour Drive, Water Street and Duckworth Street.  Then you're heading in to up-town towards Long's Hill, King's Bridge Road, Hamilton Avenue or Rawlin's Cross. There are beautiful resting places throughout the city yet, the commonly used routes, bus routes especially, could use a city makeover using our City's Tourism budget dollars as one area of good investment. 


Instead of advertising on media, install park benches garbage cans, bill-board maps saying, "you are here", and sites to see in the area before hopping on the next bus to Bowring Park.


The recent investment in the few seating areas on Water Street has been dissapointing to Duckworth Street vendors since the inception of the pedestrian mall.  Season 4 is about to begin.


Vendors on Water Street will be closed to vehicle traffic during the summer months, yet Duckworth Street remains the same.  Visitors to the downtown region will most likely miss out on Duckworth Street vendors due to the 'action' being on the street below. The on-going debate continues yet, the surplus of litter and dog feces is not helping the matter and Spring clean up is done for the downtown region.  Therefore, our hard earned tax dollars going towards the tourism budget should include attiributes to making the city more clean and comfortable in the very least for those who like to be a tourist in their own town. 


St. John's is the captial of Newfoundland and Labrador and the largest city in the province. Statistics on the amount of visitors that come to our city are readily available and yet it would much more than ideal to say I would rather be writing about a satisfied welcome, however, St. John's lacks in comparison to larger cities that spray-wash their streets overnight for cafe and shops to open up to fresh pedestrain traffic the following morning. 


A survey link has been included if you wish to vote. External link opens in new tab or windowCity Makeover The response will be shared with the powers that be at the City of St. John's, NL.

 


Fred's Records hosts album launch, Garbage Street


It's Saturday afternoon, and the downtown region is beginning to bussel with Springtime community activity.  After a few enjoyable coffees, it was time to go shopping, for music. And why not? A chance to take in the album launch of Garbage Street by Mick Davis and Thin Love! At St. John's oldest record store, Fred's Records! The show was fantatastic!

A grand crowd enjoyed the all ages show at the Duckworth Street store with the latest groovy tunes by the band. One of St. John's finest talents, External link opens in new tab or windowMick Davis and Thin Love, filled the room with unlookers to catch a glimpse of the show and an autograph by the artists. "An album launch at Fred's Records is an ideal location for an all ages show to truly get a glimpse of the artists and their work", said Tony.

A quote from Mick himself will tell you how exciting it is!  "This album was created by six people: Allan, Craig, Jill, and myself, plus engineer and 5th Beatle, Krisjan Leslie, and Duncan Major, our jacket designer. (I will say how much I love this cover art: I love it!) I wrote the bulk of these songs as we were recording."

Host and long-time employee of Fred's Records, Tony Ploughman, couldn't hide his enjoyment as he kept the store in regular operation for the show.  Tony has a keen ear for good music and talent. His years spent with quality hand picked mentions includes Mick Davis.  As the band played unlookers were able to browse the store, see the band and meet up with others.  "Regular business operates as per usual during our shows", said Tony.

Tony's description sums up the atmosphere. "You get a performance that's up close and personal, intimate...unlike any other. You'll probably hear a story you won't hear anywhere else.  And everyone is there to celebrate the music.  The sound is beautiful.  Wooden ceilings and floors, and after the show the performers hang out, sign copies, and meet and greet while we crank the new album over the main. That's the vibe, the amazing energy at a Fred's Instore."

Live shows are not uncommon in St. John's and they offer an upclose exchange of the artists and their music through their audience. Several large acts have enjoyed playing here in Newfoundland and Labrador.  Many will comment on how welcomed they feel by fans as artists perform at our local venues to entertain.  The next venue for Mick Davis and Thin Love will be at Iceberg Alley Performance June 2024 where several acts will take place over the duration of a week.

If you would like to purchase Mick Davis and Thin Love, the latest album, Garbage Street, contact Fred's Records for an array of musical talent, albums, CD's and music memorabilia.


The Etsy Market


Meghan Fahey, Team Captain of Etsy Market, and I had a chance to meet up at the St. John’s Etsy Market on Saturday, May 11th.  The Atlantic Place was buzzing with activity of all sorts of creative talent, from handmade purses, and ornaments, to seal skin and jewellery. Meghan’s booth, External link opens in new tab or windowDriven to Ink, was kept busy as people caught a glimpse of unique cards, all handmade where many just couldn’t say no! All beautifully handcrafted, there was a greeting card there for all sorts of occasions.


As one of the captains of Etsy market, Meghan, along with Liza-Ann Tucker of External link opens in new tab or windowNan's Attic Round The Bay, and team photographer, Kara O’Keefe, have brought about a great opportunity for local market and vendors for NL.


Curious to know more, I asked Meghan a few questions as to how Etsy Markets work.  It’s quite an organized system of selecting vendors that will participate in their upcoming markets.  Jury markets, as they term it, select the vendors that will compliment their next venue.  Be that the time of year, what a vendor has to offer and of course, space!  Not everyone will get selected. 


The process involves applying for one of the 3 markets held each year.  The next one will be September 29th and November 17th at the Farmer’s Market.  The Spring Downtown Market held this past weekend at the Atlantic Place attracted approximately 2000 people of all ages.  There was something there for everyone.


The first Etsy Market in St. John’s was held at the Anna Templeton Centre in 2015 and continues to expand. Concentrating on hand made craft and vintage, The Etsy market team leaders along with Captain Meghan had 46 vendors at this year’s Spring Downtown Market. I asked Meghan how one can get involved. 


“The next application comes out the end of May 2024.”  Meghan explained, a 3-to-4-week application process then takes place and gives vendors ample time to prepare for the next Etsy Market.  The cost is $80.00 a booth.  The application will be posted on Facebook or Instagram.




Solar Storm 2024 Brings Aurora Borealis

The biggest solar storm in 20 years hit Earth in the early hours of May 10th, knocking out radio transmissions in Asia, eastern Europe and eastern Africa.  As beautiful as they are, the aurora borealis continues to remind us that our biggest star in the galaxy, the sun, is more powerful than anything else.  As we rely heavily on electricity for our well being, cellular technology, and radio frequencies to fly our airplanes, generate refridgeration, watch our computers, all of it can be taken away in a moment during a solar storm.  Electrical grids disrupted can sometimes take months to repair depending up on the damage caused. 


Most of us are aware of the need to conserve energy these days as our blue planet keeps reminding us of how vulnerable we are.  Turning off the lights, turning down the air conditioning or turning the down the heat, careful use of our electricity all helps in lessening the intensity that brings solar storm activity.  With over 8 billion people on earth, over 75% of us use electricity in our daily lives.  Together we can use it more wisely.  To help all ages understand a little bit more about the universe, here is a link to the External link opens in new tab or windowMighty Sky, music by Beth Nielsen Chapman.