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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2003-01-29, Page 19THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29, 2003. PAGE 19. Forget-me-not children’s topic One day when God was strolling in the Garden of Eden naming the birds, animals and plants. He noticed a tiny blue flower. He gave it the name miasoltos. The next day when He came back, the little Hower had forgotten its name. So God gave it the new, more easily-remembered name, forget- me-not. However, He told the Hower New music Hullett Central Public School principal, Lois Tebbutt listens as students Kendra Falconer, foreground, and Lindsay Gibson tinkle the ivories of the new piano. The purchase was made possible through the support of community individuals and service clubs. (Bonnie Gropp photo) Perseverance, virtue at HCPS This last week of January, Hullett Central Public School is concentrating on the virtue of perseverance. Perseverance means being purposeful and steadfast. Tom Thomson stated, “Take everything as it comes; the wave passes, deal with the next one.” The schools in our area have had three storm days to date in January, giving the homebound pupils an opportunity to work on their speeches. Yes, it is that time of year again. Drop by the school the morning of Feb. 7 and enjoy the stories chosen from each classroom. Everyone at Hullett School sends a heartfelt thank you for the support given towards their recent campaign for a new piano. Proceeds from the sale of the coupon books and donations from many area service groups and businesses have been used to purchase a new Niemeyer piano this month. The school is thrilled to see their dream of a new piano realized so quickly. The instrument was purchased from Pianovations, right here in Londesboro (formerly Krauters’ Trading Post). This new piano replaces the school’s original piano from 1966-1967, a Sherlock Manning. Thanks also to the purchasers of chocolate during that campaign as the profits have purchased a new drum set scheduled to arrive any day now. The parents and community will be anticipating beautiful melodies from the choirs and band as a result of these recent purchases. In the event that you missed buying a coupon book or chocolate, don’t despair. The school has been asked to help the CNIB with their annual crocus campaign during the first week of February. One can buy a four-inch pot of crocus bulbs for $4. Each pot will have four bulbs ensuring a minimum of 12 blooms, just in time for Valentine’s. The school receives $1 for each pot sold. All funds raised by CNIB in this campaign stay in community to provide help to visually impaired. Order from pupils in the community or call school. A little touch of colour in homes after these weeks of snow and blow will remind us that spring can’t be far away. FYI - The crocus, native to southern Europe, were introduced to England by a horticulturist and brought to North America by the colonists. One of the first spring flowers, your indoor bulbs of this year can be planted outside come fall and the blooms enjoyed every spring. The CNIB sells only a purple variety as it is the hardiest. Saffron, the world’s most expensive spice, is derived from the dried crocus stamen. the our the the the our He was pleased it had remembered Him. This legend was shared by Rev. Nelson with the children at Londesboro United Church on Sunday, Jan. 26. The morning’s message was titled Keep Your Eyes Fixed On Jesus. Genesis I: I-13 is an account of the first three days of the creation of the world by God. During those days, God brought light and life to a void of chaos and darkness. The Gospel lesson, Matthew 14: 22-23 was the story of Peter’s walk on water to reach Jesus in the midst of a storm at sea. The Hebrews of Christ’s time feared the Sea of Galilee and its storms but were confident in God’s power to protect them.In Matthew’s scripture, the disciples were experiencing difficulty in reaching the far shore and Jesus. There was such fear and anxiety amongst them that they failed to recognize Jesus when He appeared to them in the storm. He did not calm the storm as He wanted them to focus on His Enter Eat Smart Making healthy choices can be a juggling act. How do you choose to eat well, be physically active, AND stay smoke free? Make “healthy living” simple this year by entering Huron County’s Eat Smart! contest. From Feb. 1 to March 31, every time you visit an Eat Smart! restaurant or drop in at the Huron County Health Unit, fill out a ballot to enter into a weekly draw for a chance to win great prizes. Each contest prize package includes gift certificates for an Eat Smart! restaurant and a community activity that encourages you to get active. What makes Eat Smart! restaurants the healthier choice? “When consumers choose to d.ne at an Eat Smart! restaurant, they are guaranteed a variety of healthier food choices and more non-smoking seating than is required by law in the community” says Tania Dickson, heart health co-ordinator, Huron County Health Unit. “Eat Smart! restaurants also meet exceptional standards in safe food handling practices” she explains. Huron County currently has eight Eat Smart! restaurants: Bluevale Kountry Kitchen, Bluevale; Burger Bar, Goderich; Lil’ Miss Muffins, Goderich; Deli-Licious, Clinton; Fireside Cafe, Wingham; Riverboat Restaurant, Wingham; Harbour Restaurant, Bayfield; Redwood Restaurant, Clifford. Along with many restaurants, Huron numerous recreational offer great opportunities to get Eat Smart! County has facilities that Apen Sleceptiant for Jmne (Swum) Swndiy and Steiie ShMilep at Auburn Hall Friday, February 7, 2003 Social Hour: 8 pm - 9 pm Dancing. 9 pm -1 am 7 presence and to recognize He would always protect them. When Peter tried to reach Jesus, he was stopped by his inability to believe, to have faith, to slay focused on Christ’s presence. In a life of discipleship, there are always storms, but by keeping our eyes on Christ, the chaos will not overwhelm us. He will bring courageous hearts and peaceful minds. Tonya Drost read a minute for missions which told of the gratitude felt by a group of African women to the mission and service fund of the United Church of Canada. The group’s survival was ensured by the lessons and marketable crafts that church organization had taught them. The morning anthem, Open Wide the Door, featured the male members of the senior choir. Flowers on the memorial stand had been placed in memory of Angela Konarski by her family. 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