The Citizen, 2007-10-18, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2007.
It’s done it again, the month is half
over and I was just getting used to
the fact that October was already
here. The lament rises again where
does the time go?
I did a very unscientific survey
lately and on questioning folks of
many ages, including a 93-year-old,
a working mom of three as well as
the retired, the semi-retired and the
often tired, and the answer was the
same. They just don’t know! Details
of life varied, but each knew that
time was going faster than before.
Each day starts like a treasure to be
spent as you see fit, and before
you’re settled, the whole week has
been spent.
Each person seemed to be quite
okay in their routine, doing what
they needed to do. And so, the
matter of fleeting time will be one of
life’s continuing mysteries. So,
enjoy the good story that unfolds
with your mystery of life.
Mother Nature is giving the
animals, as well as us, a few extra
days of autumn. The wild turkeys
and raccoons seem to be more social
lately, seeing them out and about is
becoming almost common.
Sightings of fox and skunk are less
common so they give you a little
start when they come into view. The
deer have already started their hide
and seek as if they know their
“season” is near.
The state of our environment is a
popular topic of late – common
sense, panic, despair or doom can be
heard. If everyone on the planet
would just use their best manners as
they conduct their daily lives we will
survive. Share the space and all the
resources with all of God’s creatures
and we could all do very well. Think
about those good manners – share all
that you have with others, respect
each others space and leave each
spot on this earth as you found it or
in better condition. Respect and
sharing could solve many age old
problems.
There is plenty of room/space,
water and food for all of us if we
really knew that we are just a small
part of the big picture. Your mother
told you to mind your manners!
The fall dinners are being
advertised. Check the ads and get
your tickets.
The folks at the United Church
have asked that you be reminded to
come to their auction on Friday
evening and for the final action
Saturday afternoon. Lots of saleable
articles can be viewed in The Citizen
office and there are promises of
many others. Pies, candy apples,
muffins, meals, labour and rides to
name just a few of the items up for
sale.
Take time to think about the
seasons – rest, regenerate, growth,
harvest and rest. Enjoy life!
Bye now, Betty G.W.
All parents want a calm, happy
family environment. You want your
child to grow into responsible
people capable of leading
meaningful, healthy lives. And it’s
not news to you that such a home
atmosphere doesn’t just happen. It
takes a blend of love, discipline, and
lots of understanding.
The Morning Out Program offered
by Rural Response for Healthy
Children offers all parents,
caregivers and community members
the opportunity to gain valuable
information, skills and strategies to
improve family communications,
encourage co-operation, promote
self-esteem in children and mutual
respect and give tips for effective
discipline techniques.
Starting Tuesday, Oct. 23, the
Morning Out Program offered at
Brussels Mennonite Fellowship will
offer the Early Childhood STEP
modules. It gives information and
skills – the information and skills
you need to help your children right
from the start.
This five part program includes
topics like:
• Understanding Young Children
• Understanding Young Children’s
Behavior
• Building Self-Esteem in the Early
Parenting program in Brussels
For a cause
The students of Brussels Public School collected food for the North Huron Food Bank last
week. The drive was organized by a student group called Kids CARE. This group is active in
trying to make a difference in their world, via social, global and environmental issues. The
group was initiated by Jacob McGavin (fifth from the left, front row). Kids CARE challenged
the students to see who could bring in the most weight in food. The Grade 7/8 room raised 61
pounds and the entire school raised 226 pounds. (Bonnie Gropp photo)
NEWS
FROM BRUSSELS
By BettyGraberWatsonCall 887-6236887-9231A NOTE FROM BETTY
Brussels Legion Branch 218
Friday, October 19
Membership Blitz and Wing Night
Renew your 2008 Dues or
join Branch 218
starts 5:30. Karaoke, darts later on.
Silent Auction
Friday, October 19th 7 pm - 9 pm
Saturday, October 20th 10 am - 2 pm
BRUSSELS UNITED CHURCH
• baking • Christmas items
• handcrafts • preserves • novelties
Proceeds to refurbish the church’s
stained glass windows and brick work
Plan to attend ~ Anniversary Service Sunday, November 4th ~ 11 am
Guest speaker ~ Bruce Whitmore Special Music ~ Seaforth Harmony Kings
COMING SOON
CANINE CUTIES
DOG GROOMING
Call Holly for a November appointment
519-887-9209
421 Turnberry Street, Brussels
(Beside Laundromat)
Mait-Side
Orchard
Apples Apples Apples
Macs, Cortland, Joni-Gold, Red
Delicious, Yellow Delicious, Crispin, Spy,
Bosc Pears
Honey, apple butter and
sweet pressed cider
Open 7 days
West end of Brussels
519-887-6883
Brussels Ladies’ Hockey
and BMG Recreation
22nndd AAnnnnuuaall HHaalllloowweeeenn DDaannccee
October 27
9 pm - 1 am
at the Brussels Community Centre
Entertainment by Monkey Finger
Tickets are $15.00/couple or $10.00/each
Lunch provided
For tickets call 519-887-6621
KKaarreenn’’ss NNeecceessssiittiieess
* Gel nails * Fill $2800
* Manicures * Pedicures
* Waxing * Gel toes
G i f t
C e r t i f i c a t e s
A v a i l a b l e
519-887-6449 770 Ainley Street, Brussels
Karen ThomasCertified Aesthetician
Pet & Obedience dog training
Group classes and private consults
Group classes starting Nov. 6 at
421 Turnberry St. (downtown) Brussels
Call Yvonne at 519-887-8126
or view www.hotdawgs.ca
Brussels Legion
Branch 218
Poppy Canvas of
Brussels & Area
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27
Donations support
Veteran’s
Services
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