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RAVINGSGO BIG OR STAY HOME

“A phrase usually used to goad someone into an outlandish/awesome act. Similar to the phrase "go big or go home" this phrase considers added, undeniable reasoning; If you have no intention of going big, don't bother coming out at all.” (Urban Dictionary) I have never been overly fond of this particular macho sounding phrase, until very recently that is. Once I rephrased it a bit, it all became crystal clear. “Go Big or Stay Home Buried Under 10 Feet of Snow”. You see this winter is challenging what I felt were considerable snow clearing capabilities. I have a 32 HP tractor with a 5’ snowblower that did an admirable job clearing out 1,000 feet of driveway and significant areas around 4 houses on the lane. With the heavy snowfall we got last year I decided towards the end of the season to pick up a 7” blower for my “big” tractor that has about 50% more horses than my “small” tractor. So nothing could defeat this combo right!! With the snowfall that we have had this year I have relied on Mr Big and even then snowblowing time has probably doubled this year to about 3 hours. Assuming Mr Small could handle the snow load, it would likely take 5 to 6 hours and that is just way too

long to be driving backwards. So with the view that climate change is here to stay, this year may NOT be just a one time fluke, but something that we may have on a consistent basis and heck, things just could get a whole lot worse!! So what are the smart people doing... right... going bigger!! This afternoon,

I am hoping to look at a nearly 40 year old tractor but, it has another 50% more horses than Mr Big and the snowblower that comes with it is a dual auger (just think BIGGER). So, listen folks, throw away the shovel and get a snowblower, if you have a 24” blower grab a 32” or start thinking yard tractor. Remember “Go Big or Stay Home” because you ain’t never getting out until this $#&* winter ends. Assuming I do manage to find and purchase a Mr Bigger, my upgrade position from there is

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my expenses?; What are my goals? These questions may seem simple, but they are the indicators for how you will pay for things, how much debt you will carry and how money can affect your quality of life. The first three questions are simply math (or if you must, accounting); is the money you have coming in greater or at least equal to that of what you have going out and does that money match the plan that you set out. Ideally it does, but realistically it doesn’t always, there is the car repair, car registration, clothing… these things always seem to sneak up on us. Second Step: Set your goals. The most helpful guide to where you are on your budget is to see if you are getting closer to your goals. For instance, if your goal is: - To be debt free - using

your credit card will work against you; To own your car outright - driving through car lots may prove to be too tempting; To save - living pay cheque to pay cheque will stop you in your tracks. So what do we tell our clients? First off, start with creating a budget; having a visual of where your money is going will help you make your financial decisions. Next, determine what your immediate financial goal is (i.e. save, pay debt, buy a house); where does this goal fit within the budget you have just made yourself? By taking these two steps you will find your finances a little bit easier to manage and you will reach your goals. Credit Counselling Services of Atlantic Canada – Tamara Kelly, Director of Education. 0005

It’s winter and the costs can quickly add up during this time. Between trying to get around and stay warm this time of year there are a multitude of needs tugging at your wallet… have you ever sat and thought - where can I do to stay afloat? It’s never too late to evaluate your financial situation and get yourself back on track. But going through your finances is like making that New Year’s resolution, “you mean well, you’ll get to it… just not right now.” No matter the time of year, if you are feeling the crunch you need to take a look at your finances and get yourself back on track. First step: Look at your budget (and yes you do need to budget). Ask yourself: Does my spending match what my budget outlines?; Is my budget realistic?; Am I covering

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Step 2: Set Priorities Based on Values - Once you have clarified your values the next step is to make them a priority in your life. Pay attention to how you spend your time. Are your actions aligned with your value system? Don’t spend all of your energy doing what is urgent; make time for what is important. Step 3: Become Clear About What You Can and Cannot Control - When you are focused on the things beyond your control you will experience feelings of depression, anxiety, and frustration. You can also get stuck in a victim or martyr mentality which negativity impacts your relationships. When you turn your attention toward the things you can control, you will step into your power and begin making positive changes in your life.

Step 4: Develop Healthy Thinking Patterns - This step supports all the previous ones by ensuring your beliefs and self-talk are conducive to long-lasting changes. Monitor your self-talk and begin replacing negative thoughts with healthy, supportive ones. Balanced thoughts will lead to a balanced life. Step 5: Take Time for Relaxation - This step addresses the physical component of balance. If you are always busy your body can get stuck in “fight-or-flight” mode. This causes the release of stress hormones that lead to uncomfortable physical sensations associated with stress and anxiety. Breathe deeply, slow down, and allow your body to return to its natural state of balance. By Kara Melendy, MA, RPC, counselor,

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Are you feeling stressed? Fatigued? Overwhelmed with daily demands? Experiencing anxiety and depression? Perhaps you’re feeling angry and frustrated? These are the things that happen when your life is out of balance. In this fast paced society, this can easily happen if you are not taking time for yourself. As a Registered Professional Counsellor and Empowerment Coach, I have devoted time to examining the steps you can take in your life to begin feeling more energized, empowered, and of course, balanced. Step 1: Clarify Your Values - Values are the things that you care about the most in your life. They act as a set of guiding principles for decision making. Clarifying your values provides you with direction, purpose, and focus.

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The Marigold Project is awarding the Marigold Awards for 2015 to : Betty Hitchcock, for volunteering her time for many years in helping the children to learn to read at Centennial Elementary School. Bob Fairweather, for ensuring the children at Centennial Elementary School receive a nutritious lunch each and every day over many many years . The Business Community Anti-Poverty Initiative (BCAPI), for their organizing

and advocacy in the fight against our terrible poverty. The Promise Partnership Program of UNB Saint John where university students volunteer their time in mentoring children at Hazen-White/Saint Francis School. The marigolds awards will be presented during the Marigold Week at the end of May, first of June. We wish we could get rid of our terrible derelict housing, build new schools and

fields and that everyone will plant trees, flowers and paint their buildings. It is our hope we can empower our children so they can have happy, healthy lives. This is the Marigold Project’s 18th year. Thousands of children at over 50 schools will soon be receiving their trays, seeds and soil to grow their Marigolds teach our children community pride and spirit.

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When you think of the typical small business owner do you picture a slightly frazzled middle-aged man, who’s a little saggy in the mid-section hunched over a desk and going over the numbers?

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So, the next time you picture the typical small business owner don’t forget about all the women who own and operate a small business that you love.

Whether you’re a man or woman, if you’ve ever thought of going into business for yourself there are many resources out there to help you

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Fundy Gardeners Meeting, 7:00pm at St Luke’s Parish Hall, 12 Quispamsis Road, Quispamsis. Our speaker will be Bob Osborne, who will be talking about climbers and structures. We welcome new members and guests. Info: [email protected].

THURSDAY, MARCH 5Monthly Meeting of the Rocmaura Nursing Home Auxiliary in the Boardroom at Rocmaura at 2:00pm. All are welcome.

FRIDAY, MARCH 6World Day Of Prayer at Saint Mark's United Church (50 Dexter Drive, SJ West) 7:00pm (storm date March 8), combined celebration with Lancaster Baptist, St Rose, Church of Good Shepherd, Saint Columba and St Mark's. Special speaker Kathy Roy. All welcome. Fellowship/refreshments following.

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Show at Lorneville Community Centre featuring CJ Gallant – George Jones Tribute Show, 7:00pm at the Lorneville Community Centre. Tickets $10 advance available at Lorneville Convenience Store and MediTrust Pharmacy or $12 at door.Singles & Friends dance at RCL Branch #69 (Wilson Street West SJ) with “Partyline”. doors open at 8:00pm, dance 9:00pm-12:00mid-night. Admission $6 at the door (ages 19+).

SUNDAY, MARCH 8Breakfast (Lancaster KOC Council #6770) from 9:00am-1:00pm at the Assumption Centre, Chapel Street West. Cost $7/adult, $3/children.

MARCH 9 & 16Adult (18+) Public Skating at Harbour Station starting at 8:00pm (enter by West entrance). Hockey, figure, or speed skates, live music, $7/

members, $8/non-members. More info: harbourskatingclub.ca, Harbour Skating Club” on facebook or 672-2385/672-9424.

THURSDAY, MARCH 12Menu Planning for Daycares free workshops (2:00-4:00 or 6:00-8:00pm) for owners, operators & staff of licensed and home-based daycares. Presented at the SJ Public Library, Market Square. More info/registration (deadline March 5) 643-6974.

SATURDAY, MARCH 14Annual Shamrock Roast Beef Supper at St. Mark’s United Church (Greendale). Tickets ($12/adults, $6/children under 12) can be reserved by calling 672-3320 (9:00am-12:00noon) or at the door. Take-outs available.

SUNDAY, MARCH 15St Patrick’s Day Tea - 11:00-1:30pm, at St Ann’s Church, 135 Simpson Drive (located behind Stirling's Apples


Th e family of the late Swanie Davis wishes to express sincere thanks to all those who off ered us love and support during our

recent loss. To those who sent food, fl owers, cards, Facebook messages and emails; called, visited, made donations and shared many great memories of Mom – thank you so much. To Pastor Dwight Cole, Rev Fred Wickett, Rev. Charles Kennedy and others who took part in the Funeral Service, thank you all for your part in a wonderful tribute to Mom’s life. Th ank you to Dyson and staff of Sherwood’s Funeral home, for guiding us through a diffi cult time with such sincere care. Special thanks to Jeff , for your patience and compassionate assistance, which made diffi cult decisions so much easier. To those who supplied and organized food for us during visitation and the reception following the Funeral Service, thank you so much; it is diffi cult to express just how much it was appreciated.

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MONDAY, MARCH 16Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) SJ, will meet 7:00pm at the RCL Branch 69, Wilson Street West. Guest speaker will be Elena Zamyatina, speaking on Living With Art. Visitors and new members welcome. More info 657-5969 or visit: cfuw-fcfdee.org/saint john.

THURSDAY, MARCH 19Noon Nugget at the SJ Volunteer Centre (66 Waterloo Street, training room 224) with speaker Betty Hitchcock. Topic - Planning & Delivering a Top Notch AGM. Pre-register/info 658-1555. Registration 11:30am-12:00noon; workshop 12:00noon-1:00pm. $15/members, $25/non-members. Coffee/tea provided.

SATURDAY, MARCH 21Casino Night & Dance, sponsored by the Lancaster Kiwanis Club, at the Milford Memorial Community Centre 7:00pm-12:00mid-night. $20 ticket gives $20,000 play money. Tickets by calling 672-2400 or at Steen’s Barber Shop. Proceeds to Lancaster Kiwanis projects.

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FACE CANCER WITH CONFIDENCELook Good, Feel Better workshops are held on the third Monday of each month. This program is geared towards patients experiencing skin and hair changes due to radiation and/or chemotherapy. The workshop is free of charge and is held in the Oncology Conference Room at the Saint John Regional Hospital.

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SAINT JOHN STRING QUARTET (SJSQ)

It’s been 27 years since the SJSQ first came together. I recently sat down with one of the founders, violist Chris Buckley, about the quartet and all that has transpired over the near three decades now that they have made music together. “There has been 7 second fiddle players and we have 5 CD’s with 5 different second fiddle players” Chris says when asked about how many players have come and gone. The quartets’ current line-up includes the two other original founders along with Chris, David Adams on violin, Sonja Adams on cello and the newest member on second fiddle Danielle Sametz. The quartet is such a vital part of the greater Saint John Arts community and they embody a big heart, taking part in variety of fundraising events including my Music is freedom – Songs for

MindCare annual event and so much more. They have performed for royalty including garnering several honors; a Juno award nomination, winning an ECMA and Music NB award. Let’s not forget all the international touring and the fact they teach and mentor our musical youth. “There is so much amazing music written for quartette’s” Chris tells me in expressing his love in playing with the SJSQ. “I love pulling something off the shelf and getting another crack at it. And I love learning something new.” “Some of my favorite moments watching and listening to them perform is when they collaborate with different artists.” “I’m a big fan of lots of other kinds of music. “I get excited about doing that.” Chris tells me in regard to those musical partnerships. “Rose Cousins, Matt Anderson on one tune and Jessica Rhaye” are some of his favorites they have performed with he tells me. “It’s just fun to go play.” Chris says

when I ask him about future touring, including a possible cross country tour. I consider us pretty blessed to have them right here in our community. Below are some dates where you can catch them live and believe me it’s worth it. And Chris, I can’t wait to hear you guys do that cover of “La Bamba”. For more information on the quartet, its members and where to buy a CD go to: sjsq.ca/#SupportLocal. Upcoming local dates - March 15, 2:00pm Saint John Arts Centre; March 21, 10:30am Fredericton Public Library; March 21, 2:30pm Saint John Free Public Library; March 26, 12:30pm W h i t e b o n e Lounge UNBSJ. 0041

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Getting old isn’t all about the passage of time, it’s also about what you do with that time.

Imagine two identical cars, each sold on the same day. One car was driven gently, parked in a garage, washed and waxed regularly, had its oil changed on time, and was brought to the mechanic when something was wrong. Th e second car, was parked in the yard. Dust and grime were allowed to settle into the paint. Oil changes were sporadic at best, and the only time the car went to the mechanic is when something was seriously wrong.

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Loch Lomond Villa Foundation will host its 14th annual Spring Fundraising Dinner and Auction on Friday, May 1 at the Saint John Trade & Convention Centre. Cost is $120 per ticket – a table of eight for $900 or a table of ten for $1,100. Tickets can be purchased online at: lochlomondvilla.com or by calling 643-7110. All proceeds from this event will be used to fund Loch Lomond Villa Foundation's mission to “improve the quality of life

for the residents and families of Loch Lomond Villa.” This annual event will once again feature the popular 1.5lb lobster dinner and buffet, a silent and live auction, and 50/50 draw. Attendees are encouraged to dress casually or for this year’s theme of “Margaritaville!” The evening’s popular Eliminator Draw gives individuals a 1-in-120 chance to win a three-day VIP package trip for two to see Jimmy Buffett live in concert, with transportation and accommodation included courtesy of Collins Tours. Confirm your event ticket(s) soon,

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MUSINGSGONE PHISHING!

Actually, in this case I was the phish (fish) not the phisher, but then the phrase doesn’t work! Phishing - “to try to obtain financial or other confidential information from Internet users, typically by sending an email that looks as if it is from a legitimate organization, usually a financial institution, but contains a link to a fake website that replicates the real one” - dictionary.com. Yes, I got caught. Usually I am so very careful with what I click on in an email, but this looked totally legit. It was back in mid-December and the email was from Canada Post stating they had tried to deliver a package and no one was home to take delivery. As it happened, I was expecting two packages which were to be Christmas gifts, and since I was at the office and Mike was no doubt out in the woodlot, it made total sense they would not have been able to deliver. So I unsuspectingly clicked on the tracking link and . . . went nowhere. Still not cluing in, I called my local post office to find

out how to get my delivery. They had no record of anything, so they very obligingly had the route driver call me as well. We agreed it was a mystery and that was the end of it. My packages showed up a day or two later and all was well. Until the next time I accessed my online banking. As I logged in all looked fine, until I moved a little further into the site and was advised that new security measures required me to answer a few questions. The first couple of questions were regular ones that I have often seen on various banking sites. . . your oldest nephew’s first name and such. The it wanted my mother’s maiden name. . . hmm, okay. But the next questions got a little more concerning - driver’s license number, social insurance number. Nope. . . don’t think so. Next step, call the bank. Have they instituted any new security measures for online banking? Nope. And everything was fine on their end. So obviously the problem was on my end. Then the lights started to go on about the “Canada Post” email. We do have virus and malware protection on all computers, plus I use gmail which

has excellent spam filters as well, but this managed to get through. Michael tracked down a magic tool of some sort which scanned my computer and cleaned it up, but now my worry is what information did it manage to scam before that happened. So in addition to immediately changing my banking password I have added a security alert to my bank account which should notify me of any suspicious activity. My biggest concern now is the possibility of identity theft, so I have also requested a copy of my credit report. Beyond all that, I feel like an idiot . . . “I think computer viruses should count as life. I think it says something about human nature that the only form of life we have created so far is purely destructive. We've created life in our own image.” ~ Stephen Hawking. 0002

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Wednesdays - 1:00-4:00pm, Seniors in the upper lounge.Saturday, March 7 & 21- 2:00-5:00pm, music of Donnie & Delbert, lower bar; 9:00pm-closing, Singles & Br #69 dance in the upper lounge, $6.Sunday, March 8 - 8:00-closing, enjoy music of WCR, upper lounge, $5.Saturday, March 14 & 28 - 2:00-5:00pm, music of Jed & Moe, lower bar. Sunday, March 15 & 29 - 8:00pm-closing, Dance with Steve & Carol, upper lounge, $5. Sunday, March 22 - 8:00pm-closing, Dance with Burke & Pye, upper lounge, $5. 0015

MILFORD COMMUNITY CENTRE

248 Milford Road, 672-2400, milfordcommunitycentre.com Mondays - 7:00pm, Card night (Auction 45’s), weather permitting; no cards on holidays. Thursdays - Bingo, doors open at 5:45pm. Games start at 6:30pm.

The Teen Room will be open every Monday & Thursday, from 7:00-9:00pm. Kids must be registered. The Community Centre is available to be rented for your special events, please contact the Centre for more information.Monday, March 9 - 6:00-7:00pm, Funday Monday begins for ages 5-12.Saturday, March 21 - 7:00pm-12:00mid-night, Casino Night & Dance. Call the Centre for tickets.Saturday, March 28 - 1:00-3:00pm, Easter Egg Hunt. Call the Centre to register. Volunteers needed. For more information on any of the events/volunteering, please call the Centre or email: [email protected]. 0033

LADIES VOLLEYBALL

Ladies Volleyball League plays at the Carlton Community Centre on Sundays from 3:00-9:00pm (one hour play), for ages 18 and up. For more information contact Jennifer LeBlanc at 755-9081. G040

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NOTICESTAI CHI BEGINNER class Tuesdays 7:30- 8:30pm starting March 10 to May 26. Cost is $100. 815 Millidge Ave, Church Of Saint John Baptist & St Clement. Call 652-8282 Lydia.

SERVICES OFFEREDWE HAUL AWAY junk cars, trucks, tractors and farm equipment. Small fee for appliances and small scrap. Drop off

site 54 Backland Road, Kingston. 763-2933 or 333-9067.GETTING MARRIED (BOOK EARLY). Civil weddings performed when and where you choose. Telephone 847-2079.SEWING JOBS DONE for ladies, gentlemen and children. Hems done on pants, dresses etc., other alterations. Call 672-2599.DAVE’S LIGHT TRUCKING & Cleaning Service, junk, garbage, construction &

roofing materials, demolition, brush, trees, decks, flood clean-ups. 7 days a week. Also picking up unwanted vehicles, U-load trailer rentals & deliveries. 653-0026.

VEHICLESWAYNE’S AUTO WORLD - In house financing. Buy, sell, lease, rent. Owner Wayne Ganong, bus. 738-6777, cell: 647-8777. www.waynesautoworldltd.com, 53 Epworth Park Road, Grand Bay-Westfield.

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Saturday, March 7th -- Th e Gala Dinner, at the Delta Brunswick Hotel, Saint John at 7pm. Tickets (advance only) are $52 available from Mary May at 672 9177. Keynote speaker is Stephen Alexander. Irish entertainment by Comhaltas.

Sunday, March 8th -- Ecumenical Service at 1:00 pm at the Celtic Cross at the foot of Prince William St.

Saturday March 14th -- An Irish Breakfast to support L’Arche at O’Leary’s on Princess St. from 9am-1pm. Music by Comhaltas. Tickets (at the door) adults $8 Children $5.

Sunday, March 15th -- Tell all the children about Family Day at Market Square on from 1:30-3:30pm. Free Balloon tying; face painting, craft s and cake cutting. Meet the Magical Princesses “Anna and Elsa” and decorate a Tiara.

Céad Míle FáilteA Hundred Thousand Welcomes to one and all to

the upcoming St. Patrick’s Week activities sponsored by the Irish Canadian Cultural Association, Saint John Chapter.

For more information on St. Patrick‘s

Week events call Helena at 847-0010

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