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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 2012-12-06, Page 31THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2012. PAGE 31.4-H Craftswomen wrap up holiday season Pastor sends Christmas wishes By Femke BackxOn Saturday, Dec. 1 the ChristmasCraftswomen had their last meeting.First, president Jolande Oudshoorn opened the 4-H meeting with the 4- H pledge. Then the roll call was read and answered. The roll call was: what are your plans for the holidays. Most people just were staying at home. Then Monique Baan (leader) talked about the Achievement night. Every member will make about threeor four arrangements for theresidents in Huronlea. Next,Monique split the group into two. One group made gift tags with Monique and the other group started their arrangements in a mug with Ingrid Backx (leader). We were reminded to use odd numbers with both the cards and arrangements. On the right side of table we made gift tags by gluing dried leaves on small pieces of white card board. The gifttags are for the mugs that we will bemaking the arrangements in forHuronlea. On the other side of the table they were making floral Christmas arrangements, using cedar, pine or spruce as a base. Everyone had brought different items to decorate their arrangements, some of the items were: limes, candles, Christmas balls, pine cones and lots more.After a little while the groupsswitched. Everyone worked hardand came up with lots of creative ideas. After most members were done Monique and Ingrid reminded everyone of the first meeting because the oasis was dry oasis which was the wrong kind. SoMonique asked questions, andwhoever shouted out the rightanswer first, got a piece of dry oasis. Charlene, Jolande and Grace were the winners. Then president Jolande closed the meeting with the 4-H motto. Continued from page 23 loud, I need this planet Earth and it needs me. And somehow God, however, we experience that relationship, is part of everything we participate in this world. So this year’s Christmas isn’t just like last year. I am one year older. My life has changed even if I cannot see the change. The people around me have helped me to change even if I haven’t noticed how they have helped me. This Christmas, this year, will never be here again. Some of the people that are here this Christmas, may not be here next year. Some may not be able to travel and visit for whatever reason. But some may not even be on this earth next year. I may not be able to visit or talk with them in person or by phone or computer or in any way. Christmas reminds me of the importance of reconnecting with all those people that I know and love. Thanking, laughing, celebrating, “saying I love you”, reconciling with some that for whatever reason my relationship is strained and finally, just enjoying time with them because I care about them. For me , this is what Christmas is about. A baby born a long long time ago, reminds us that God loves us through all of our relationships that we need in order to live. Christmas is about giving and receiving love from our relationships. This letter to Santa that I will end with could easily be a prayer to God. It is called “Dear Santa”. Dear Santa For Christmas this year I would most love to see, Two plane tickets to Arizona placed under my tree. You see my aunt had a baby and my Nannie’s real ill, I haven’t the money to send both my sister and I, unless you will. You can send us the cash, you can take us yourself, We can even fly there with your most responsible elf. Oh please Santa, get us both there somehow. We could wait until later, but it’s best to go now. Nannie’s going through surgery, we’re not sure if she’ll live, And well, where this is the season for everyone to give, I only want to see her, yes, this is all I ask. Is my Christmas wish such a difficult task? When you get this and read it, think it over a time or two. I know this is a hard decision, but I’m positive you’ve had a few. Even if one ticket is all you can give, Don’t worry. I’ll send my sister and pray that dear Nannie will live. I’m sorry I’ve been bad, next year I’ll try to be better. You have a big job, so I oughta end this letter. Have a Merry Christmas Santa, tell the elves and Mrs. Claus I said hi. Thank you for your time Sir, now I must say goodbye. P.S. The milk is in a glass and the cookies on a tray. You know where I live, so nothing more shall I say. So let me return to the father who every Christmas morning read the nativity story out of the family Bible. Sometimes, we need to be reminded why we are doing what we are doing with a bit of history. And yet, sometimes, like me, we need to hear and see Christmas in a new and different way. It may be just what you need to get you in the Christmas spirit. It worked for me. My family and I wish you and your loved ones a special Advent filled with loving relationships, laughter, warmth and good cheer. Continued from page 29 uncomfortable. • Children should never give out personal information to strangers. • Children should be taught to never accept rides from strangers. • Wherever possible young children should walk in groups; safety in numbers. • Children should know their family’s safety rules when home alone. They shouldn’t be allowing strangers into the home when alone. Communication between a parent and a child is vitally important. Children should be instructed to report as soon as possible any suspicious activity and all interactions with strangers that make your child uncomfortable. Entertainer Extraordinaire Jimmy Keys to Rock Blyth in support of Huron County Food Banks Don’t miss this wonderful performer and at the same time support Huron County Food Banks. Food Donations will be accepted at this event. December 14 and 15 – 8:00 pm Blyth Memorial Hall Tickets just $25 available through the Blyth Box Office 519.523.9300 International musical comedy star Jimmy Keys doesn’t “work the room” – he takes over the room! Dubbed a cross between Robin Williams and Elton John, Jimmy Keys is really just his remarkable self. www.redgreen.com Tickets at the Blyth Festival Box Office or call 1-877-862-5984 Also available online at www.blythfestival.com SAT., OCTOBER 19, 2013 – 7 PM - BLYTH MEMORIAL HALL MAKES A GREAT CHRISTMAS GIFT www.rocklandsentertainment.com BLYTH MEMORIAL HALL Tickets at the Blyth Festival Box Office or call 1-877-862-5984. Online www.blythfestival.com SATURDAY, APRIL 6, 2013 – 7 PM MAKES A GREATCHRISTMAS GIFT Congratulations Stephanie Sanderson, Blyth, Ontario, graduated from the University of Waterloo with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in June 2010 and from Georgian College, Barrie with a Tourism and Travel Honours Diploma in June 2012. Stephanie has worked two seasons at Ziptrek Ecotours, Whistler, B.C. and has recently moved to Banff, Alberta where she is currently employed at Sunshine Village Ski and Snowboard Resort in the position of Sales, Marketing and Events Planning Supervisor. Congratulations, Mom and Dad Celebrated Canadian and Mental Health Advocate at the Brussels, Morris, Grey auditorium, Brussels Friday, April 26 7:30 pm Presented by Walton/Bluevale Pastoral Charge Tickets: $45.00/ea. Call 519-887-8796, 519-887-9028 or 519-887-9348 Makes a great Christmas gift! Margaret Trudeau Graduation Matthew White has graduated from the Electrician (Construction & Maintenance) Program from Fanshawe College. Congratulations on achieving your Provincial and Inter-Provincial Certification. We are so proud of you. Mom, Dad, Natalie, Nicole, Mark, Lyla & Claira OPP provides kids stranger safety tips