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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2016-01-28, Page 7THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, JANUARY 28, 2016. PAGE 7. Yellow ribbon origin debatable PEOPLE AROUND LONDESBORO Un -bear -ably cute The Londesborough Lions collected teddy bears for Huron Victim Services as part of the group's Christmas celebration this year. The Mitchell Lions Club challenged their brothers and sisters in Londesborough to collect one bear for each of the 38 years the club has been in operation and President Ron Kassies says the group came close. From left: Kassies, Huron Victims Services Co-ordinator of Service Kim Statia and Past Lions Zone Chair Ralph DeWeerd. (Denny Scott photo) Pieces o By BRENDA RADFORD Call 523-4296 In the 1960s a man about to be released from prison wrote to his wife and asked her to tie a yellow ribbon around the old oak tree in their yard if she was willing to accept him back into her life. When he saw the ribbon he knew he had been forgiven. That incident was the background for the hit song by Tony Orlando and Dawn in 1973. "Tie a Yellow Ribbon" soared to number one on the charts in the United States, Canada, New Zealand, Australia and Great Britain. I seem to recall that the tree in the video for the tune was totally wrapped in ribbons. But there are conflicting stories as to the where the tradition of tying a yellow ribbon originated. Some trace its beginnings to the U.S. Civil War. During the 19th century women wore a yellow ribbon in their hair to indicate their love and support for someone in the U.S. Cavalry. A western starring John Wayne was based on this tradition. No matter its origins, tying a yellow ribbon is a symbol of love that survives the very worst that life brings; sort of like the light in the window. A yellow ribbon signifies what the person missing from the home means to those waiting for his/her return. I admit to feeling nostalgic and jealous last weekend. We took a short drive on both Saturday and Sunday and noted how the fields and ditches had been carved up with tracks. We noticed a few snowmobiles on the trails and I thought how lucky they were. A little more snow would have been nice but FROM LONDESBORO the weather conditions were great. There was a time when we, too, would have been enjoying that sense of freedom one gets on a ride. denim sought for Sole Hope outreach program For his time with the children at Londesborough United Church on Sunday, Jan. 24, Rev. Fletcher brought along a bottle with a paper/message inside. He told the children about a 10 -year-old girl named Zoe who was sailing from England to Belgium in 1990. She dropped a bottle overboard with a message in it. She wrote about herself and then asked anyone who found the bottle to write to her. Twenty-three years later a walker along a dike in Holland found the bottle and sent a note home to her family. Many people over the years have done the same thing. The longest recorded time for a bottle and its message to be found is 103 years. Terry also noted that the practice of dropping bottles in the water can have scientific purposes. The paper in the bottle brought by Terry had the message, "God Loves You" written on it. The supporting scripture passage for Rev. Fletcher's message to the adults was Luke 4: 14-21. These verses are an account of Jesus' visit to the synagogue in Nazareth. As was the custom, persons in the synagogue would be asked to read and teach from the scriptures. Because the people of Nazareth were proud of this son, Christ read from the scroll of Isaiah which forecast His coming. That day He announced that that history had come true. Jesus had been teaching throughout Galilee by this time and His message had been received well by the Gentiles. However, the Jews, who felt theirs was the favoured race by God, did not receive Christ's teachings in the synagogue well. Instead they threw Him out of the temple and dragged Him to the edge of a cliff intending to throw Him over. Jesus realized that they were Winter activities set for Hullett students By Principal Cathy Goetz January has arrived and the students are glad to see the snow. They all arrived showing off their new colourful snowsuits, mitts, hats and winter boots. Snow forts, making footprints in the snow and of course the snow hill are areas of great fun for the students during recess. They enjoyed their two snow days this past week. Students in the older grades that are involved in our iPad projects are discovering that snow days don't cancel the school work. Teachers and students are still connected and assignments still go out daily for students to complete. The school is busy organizing and getting ready for our winter activities. On Jan. 28 students in Grade 1-8 have an opportunity to go to River Valley Snow Tubing in St. Mary's for the day. On Feb. 4 our students in Grades 4-8 have the opportunity to go downhill skiing at Hockley Valley. Volleyball is starting to gear up for the senior students. Their tournament falls mid February, so tryouts are just beginning Grade 8 students attending Central Huron Secondary School in the fall had an opportunity to attend the spaghetti supper earlier this month to have a chance to get into the school and take another look at their future learning site. The speech and story telling competition is getting organized. We don't yet have our date set for our in - school competition but we are anticipating the end of February so we have our winners ready to go for the Legion competition which typically falls at the beginning of March. Report cards are going home Feb. 18. Congratulations to Taylor Proctor, in Grade 8 on winning her trip to Quebec this February for five days. Congratulations also goes to Claire Scrimgeour who will be heading to Taipei, Taiwan on a student exchange program. We are very proud of our world travellers and adventurers. not prepared to accept His teachings of love and concern to all races and situations. Are we, in today's world, ready to understand God's love is not just for Christians but for everyone? Are we inclusive of everyone around us in our daily lives? If we show love and concern for all we have paid attention to God's message. The morning's responsive psalm was Psalm 19. Mel Knox shared his musical talent with congregants singing "There's a Light at the River [for Me]" and "Lord, I Hope This Day Is Good". The Outreach Committee of Londesborough United is partnering with Sole Hope. Sole Hope is a way to help those less fortunate that ourselves. On Feb. 15 the committee will hold a 'sole hope party' at the church. From donated denim articles pieces of shoes will be cut. In Uganda, where jigger infestations are rampant, these fabric pieces will be sewn together for shoes. Jiggers live in the sand and burrow under the skin of feet. An infestation is very painful. You can help by donating denim articles, large safety pins, sharpie markers, large Ziploc bags or thin plastic soda bottles [for stabilizing the soles] and being part of the cutting party on Feb. 15 beginning at 10 a.m. Flowers on the memorial table on Jan. 24 were placed by the family of Darlene Shobbrook. Darlene left this world unexpectedly on Jan. 15. Many memories about Darlene have been shared in the days since her death. One villager paid her tribute by stating "She was a beautiful person". Another remarked that "She was a very special lady". We will all remember her for her warm smile, her sweet kind nature, her gentleness and loving concern for everyone. One always felt welcomed by Darlene whether to her home or circle of conversation. Darlene shared many activities MEETING NOTICE Municipality of Morris-Turnberry The upcoming meetings for the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry will be held: Tuesday, February 2 at 7:30 p.m. Regular Council Meeting Tuesday, February 16 at 7:30 p.m. Regular Council Meeting with her husband, Gordon, through 57 years of marriage. The couple danced for years with the Clinton Wheelers and Dealers and the Huron Happy Hearts. Darlene enjoyed their outings to theatres and concerts in the area. Seldom did the couple miss a Sunday service at Londesborough United. Both were vital members of the senior choir. Her faith sustained Darlene in times of trial and uncertainty. Gordon was a favourite at gatherings offering recitations and Darlene enjoyed them as much as everyone, always ready to prompt him as necessary. Family gatherings and lending support and assistance to the lives of her children were important to Darlene. And she took a keen interest in the activities of their only grandchild, Ryan. 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