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HomeMy WebLinkAboutGoderich Signal Star, 2017-06-21, Page 66 Signal Star • Wednesday, June 21, 2017 opiIIioD www.goc erichsi na `°°"�" CelebratingDad Signal -Star VOL. 26 - ISSUE 10 PUBLISHED WEEKLY — EST. 1860 Signal Star Publishing 120 Huckins St. Goderich ON N7A 3X8 519-524-2614 www.goderichsignalstar.com POSTMEDIA JOHN BAUMAN Group Manager, Media Sales jbauman@postmedia.com ext. 232 JANET SHRIER Office Manager Jashrierepostmedia.com ext. 220 KATHLEEN SMITH Editor katsmith@postmedia.com ext. 211 SUSAN MCINTOSH Sales smcintoshepostmedia.com ext. 228 TARA CORRAN Sales tcorran@postmedia.com ext. 230 STACEY SCOTT Inside Sales sscott@postmedia.com ext. 229 RHONDA BUTT Accounting rhbutt@postmedia.com MARY JOHNSTON Accounts Receivable majohnstonepostmedia.com CURTIS ARMSTRONG Group Director of Media Sales 519 376-2250 ext. 514301 or 510 364-2001 ext. 531024 Editorial Deadline - Friday 2 p.m. Advertising booking deadline - Friday 1:30 p.m. SUBSCRIPTION RATES ADVANCE: Regular $50.00 includes GST (12 months) Seniors S50.00 includes GST (14 months) US 5249.00 plus GST Foreign S416.40 plus GST Single Copy 51.50 includes GST Publications Mail Agreement No. 40064683 RETURN UNDEUVERABI E CANADIAN ADDRESSES; CIRCULATION DEPARTMENT 120 Huckins St., Goderich ON N7A 3X8 For any non -deliveries or delivery concerns: 519-524-2614 Goderich Signal Star is a member of the National Newsmedia Council, which is an independent ethical organization established to deal with editorial concerns. For more information or to file a complaint go to www.mediacouncil.ca or call toll free 1-844-877-1163. The Goderich Signal Star shall not be liable for failure to publish an ad for typographical errors in publication except to the extent of the cost of that portion of the ad in which the error occurred. The Goderich Signal -Star reserves the right to reject or edit any advertisement. The Goderich Signal -Star is a proud member of the Canadian Community Newspapers Association (CCNA) and The Ontario Community NewspapersAssociation (OCNA). Member of the Ontario Community Newspaper Association and the Canadian Community Newspaper Association. We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada. Canada Kathleen Smith GoderichSignal Star Last Sunday many of us spent time with our Fathers or on the phone with them, or if they have passed away, spent a moment or two remembering them and all they had done for us. Father's Day has become a tradition for many countries including Canada, USA, England and Germany, but the origins are often disputed. There are those that believe a woman by the name Sonora Dodd from Washington came up with the idea. Dodd was raised by her single - parent father and after hearing a Mother's Day sermon, came up with the idea and in 1910 Father's Day was held in Spokane. ' Some dispute that story and believe that a woman in Fairmont, West Virginia by the name of Grace Golden Clayton suggested it as a celebration of fatherhood in 1908. The idea came to Clayton after a mine explosion in a nearby town saw the loss of over 300 men, and the celebration would allow the children to remember their fathers. The exact origins of Father's Day continue to be disputed, but letters to the editor The Syrian stopped Dear Editor, On Saturday last weekend, two of us on hybrid bicycles set out to ride the G2G trail from Blyth to Monkton. Parts of the trail were very rough, so much so that, just before reaching McNaught Line, my front wheel fell off and we were unable to find the missing axle and It's everyone's beach, Dear Editor, My husband and I are Goderich residents who live close to the Lake Bluffs where we take daily walks. Often we venture to the beach or walk the length of the boardwalk Our morning walks are a lovely part of our daily routine. Throughout the week, the beaches are peaceful despite the flocks of geese guarding their young. The weekendware another story altogether. Many tourists descend on regardless of who had the idea first or which year it first happened, it is safe to say that the tradition of Father's 1)ay is one that blossomed naturally given that we were already celebrating the mothers or mother figures in our lives. When it comes to things that cannot be disputed, it is the fact that our fathers or important father figures in our lives play significant roles in shaping all that we are and who we will become. Apart from nurturing and loving their children, fathers are role mod- els for their children and teach them how to treat, work with and respect a spouse; how one can be strong and sensitive at the same time; how to put family first; how to be a true partner with their spouse and teach wrong from right and morals and ethics to their children; they provide an example for their children how to be a good person. Fathers are often looked tans a . symbol of strength, and it is with great character that a father can break those stereotypes and be multi- dimensional as sensitive, emotional and loving beings, while remaining as a support and pillar of strength for their spouses and children. fastener. So I walked my bicycle to McNaught Line where I left it and then walked to county road 25 and 55 to walk or hitchhike the 10 km to Monkton where I had left my car. I was wearing a bicycle helmet and for the first 3 km many vehi- cles went by until my luck changed so let's keep it clean Goderich to enjoy the waterfront and all it offers. These tourists are delighted to enjoy Goderich without paying to park or visit any of the beaches. In other beach areas of the Great Lakes, this freedom is not always existent. The beaches of Goderich belong to all and everyone is welcome. But imagine my dismay on Mon- day, to discover lots of garbage on our beautiful waterfront. My husband and I collecteddis- carded water bottles, Father's Day is a celebration of the fathers and father figure in our live and the sacrifices they have made to give their children all that was possible to give and then some. It is a celebration of the love they have for their children, and it is also a celebration of remembering moments with our fathers and all that theyhave done to ensure we feel loved and safe. It is beautiful to have one day throughout the year to stop every- thing and celebrate the fathers in our lives, but we must be mindful that they can be celebrated every day of our lives. The father figure is one that comes in many ways, whether a biological father, an adoptive father, a stepfather, or an uncle who was more like a father. No matter the father you have in your life, these men have all invested their time and their love into the lives of their children, teaching them valuable lessons and pushing them to be better human beings. They are there to protect their children at all costs, but to also show them the ways of the world and provide guidance in times of uncertainty. due to Zaher, a Syrian Refugee liv- ing ving in Goderich, who stopped and gave me a ride (he was on his way to Toronto). He said he was told that,' in Can- ada (unlike Syria), you do not stop and pick up Hitchhikers but he thought I looked tired and took pity on me. I am.so glad that Canada.wel- candy wrappers, beer bottles, Tim Horton's cups and other garbage items, all while on our daily Mon- day morning walk I felt great frustration because I simply cannot understand what people are thinking when they drop garbage. Who do they think will pick it up? They are attracted to this pristine waterfront because it is clean and unspoiled. Yet these same people enjoy it, then leave it dirty and spoiled. I do not know the solution to this "Ihe stereotype that our fathers are only protectors and our moth- ers are only sensitive is so utterly ridiculous - we are all human and we all have emotions, sensitivities, and maternal/patemal instincts. In my opinion, it shows pure strength in character to be able to let down your walls and show your inner thoughts and emotions to others; to show your sensitive side, and allow your children to under- stand that feeling and communi- cating are just as important as being tough and resilient. We only have one life and no mat- ter how at,terhow many father figures you have in your life, we only get one father. For some, that relationship might not be perfect, or might have had its rough patches, but if we still have our fathers in our lives, it is impor- tant to remember and be thankful for all of their influence in our lives and all of their sacrifices in order to make a good life for their children. So I hope this Father's Dayyou spent time with him golfing or on the deck with a cold drinkwhile the steak sizzled on the barbecue. I hope you took time to call your father just to tell him you're thinking of him; just to tell him you love him. comes such Syrian refugees. Unfortunately the other cyclist had worse luck than me as further down the trail she hit a bump, and fell cutting her arm, which required several stitches. Sincerely, Patrick Capper Clinton problem. It is probably unrealistic to expect irresponsibly individuals to suddenly become responsible and eco -conscious. Perhaps a few people will speak up and remind others that the rights to enjoy our beaches also have a responsibility to care for,. clean up and carryon, so others in the future will also be able to enjoy our beautiful Goderich beaches. Sincerely, L.M. McHugh Goderich LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Signal Star welcomes letters to the editor. 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