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Times-Advocate, 1983-04-27, Page 11• Never underestimate the power of nail polish. I have a friend who says that whenever she is suffering an identity crisis, she paints her fingernails. The act of getting. the nail polish on without spilling or smearing it can give one a real sense of ac- complishment. The colour can brighten up your day. And, because you have to sit still while you put it on and while you wait for it to dry, you will have a calm, quiet moment in the middle of this hectic world. When I was in my last cou- ple of months at journalism school, nerve-wracking job in- terviews were a weekly, if not daily, event. I always felt sorry for the guys in our class, because they couldn't sit down an hour before the inter- view and paint their finger- nails - they could only pace the floor, worry, and bite their nails. The girls, on the other hand, didn't have to fret about the questions they were going to be asked or what they were going to say - they just sat quietly and painted their fingernails. We all chipped in and bought a bottle of nail polish - a pleasant, subtle rosy -beige shade. We called it "job interview beige". Most of us got jobs, thanks to the nail polish. I don't know whether it was because the nail colour impressed the potential employers, or because we were more relax- ed when we got into the. interview. Another benefit of freshly polished nails is that it forces you to manicure them more often, and prevents you from biting them. Afterall, who's going to bite a nail and risk chipping the paint they so carefully applied. Actually, I've found nail polish to be a great security blanket - and I need all the security blankets I can hold. Because of the nature of my work. I sometimes find my self-confidence lacking. You Mary's musings By Mary Alderson see, 1 write for agrict>,Itural magazines, and I often attend meetings, conventions or seminars where I am the on- ly female in a room full of men, and I don't fully unders- tand what's going on or what's being said. (Say, guys, if you think that's funny, try to picture yourself walking in- to the middle of a Tupperware party, or a fashion demonstration.) Trying to blend in with the crowd, while thinking of the right questions to ask and not sound too foolish, can really test one's self confidence. They say that smoking cigarettes will provide a good security blanket in that kind of situation. But I'm a mili-' taut non-smoker and I'm not abouttotakeup the habit just so I'll have something to do with my hands. Instead, I will sometimes take out a pen and notebook - even when I don't intend to take notes - just so I'll have something to hold. And before I know it, the cap of my Bic pen is chewed beyond recognition. But my finger- nails are saved! 1♦ It's important to have these security blankets lined up because you never know when you're going to have your self confidence shattered. A sim- ple thing like a snag in your pantyhose can undermine all the self confidence you've built up. Then again, there are even worse disasters. I used to consider a purse a good security blanket. And I thought that a clutch bag, because it provided something to hold.was better than a shoulder bag. Recent- ly, I walked into a crowded reception with a clutch bag firmly under one arm, Unfor- tunately, it was upside-down. I was leaving behind me a trail of cosmetics, combs, pens, notebook, wallet, che- quebook and other assorted items. Be warned - sometimes security blankets can backfire. So. much for self-confidence. • April 27. 1983 Path 11 Sometimes best to remain confused Confusion is such a wonder- ful state! Confusion is the computer card, with all the little holes in it, that tells you not to bend. fold, staple, puncture or mutilate this card ie any way. Confusion is receiving a positively coffee. Our tea tastes like turpentine." A fellow was confused when he was told to "extricate the quadripedes from the vehicle, stabulate and donate a suffi- cient supply of nutritious elements." All he had to do was take Odds 'n ends By Elaine Townshend +t*. A BANK ANNIVERSARY — The Exeter branch of the Bonk of Novo Scotia celebrated its 30th anniversary, Friday. Above, manager Art McKenzie serves anniversary cake for employees Angela Sweitzer and Nancy Charrette. T -A photo Speaker at UCW conference tells of voyage of discovery In spite of stormy weather four bus loads plus several carloads travelled to Central United Church, Sault Ste Marie, for their twenty-first UCW annual conference. President Marion Anderson welcomed all delegates and visitors as did Mrs. Annabelle Harten of Algoma and Mrs. Sylvia Currie. Literature and books were Mrs. Norma Orr's responsibility. Rev. Anne Beattie of Marathon and Miss Marjorie Smith, program convener for London Conference, spoke on Voyage of Discovery — Who are we as Christian women. DISTRICT DEPUTY VISITS — District Deputy President Alice Bowen visited Pride of Huron Rebekah Lodge, Wednesday. She is shown in the centre with Noble Grand Audrey Rowe, left and Vice Grand Borb Whiting. T -A photo Fashion show proceed roceed plans F'inal preparations are now held May 4 at 8:30 PM in the under way for this spring's South Huron Recreation Cen- annual fashion show to be tre in Exeter. "Spotlight on Maryhelen's i Unisex Shop 69 Thomas St. Exeter PERM SPECIAL Starting Apr. 26 continuing for 3 weeks Cold Wave Perms $180° Heat Perms $2000 Regular $25.00) for appointments Phone 235-0782 Susan's Greenhouse & Nursery 1/2 mile south from Main Corner in Crediton 234-6464 will serve you again in 1983 With a great selection of Box plants Geraniums Perennials Hanging Baskets and much more for your gardening pleasure OPEN: Monday to Friday, 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sat. and Sun., 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. I FREE 3" pot houseplant with this coupon • Fashion '83", sponsored by Huron Country Playhouse, promises to be a spectacular event. Tracy O'Neill. daughter of Sid and Marie llomans, Grand Bend. who has ap- peared in Playhouse produc- tions of Annie Get Your Gun, Oklahoma!, George Washington Slept Ilere and Babes in Arms, has been employed to choreograph the participants in the evening's activities. Tracy's expertise as a choreographer has been evident in the "Fashion' Forecasts" of 1978 and 1979 in Exeter and in "Women on the go" at the C.N.E. Jim Swan, the popular co- host of CFPL-TV's "Morning Break'', has generously con- sented to provide the com- mentary on both the men's fashions of Bud Gowan and Roy Davies, and the women's fashions of the Merry Rags Boutique. Shoes for the even- ing's showing will be by Cop- perfield Shoes (a division of Mugford's) and accessories by Anstett Jewellers. Tickets for "Spotlight on Fashion '83" are currently available at Haggarty Fashions (Parkhill), Bender's Variety and Brigette Pharmacy (Ailsa Craig), Statham Plumbing (Strathroy), Cook's Corner .( Hyde Park), Agripress Canada Ltd. (llensall1, Don- nelly " Murphy (Goderich), All Around the Town (Wingham), Exeter Phar- macy, The Feather Tick and Sports I)en (Exeter) and Young Classic Hair Salon, Christmas Place, Merry Rags Boutique and Huron Country Playhouse (Grand Bend. ) of needs? Do we show others we have something to offer? Are we climbing the ladder looking up at the person above and below, just being at a standstill or do we belong to Sarah's circle reaching out to bring others in? We are called on as a com- munity to have hope and vi- sion. We are ambassadors and representatives of Christ. We have a citizenship in His body, a relationship with Him as head of the church. If He is embodied in us it gives us joy. We should pray and study with one another that all might be strengthened and sent out. The Lord whom w( serve is always with us. We are sent to represent our Lord, a circle of brothers and sisters. Are we a candle or a light bulb, giving•out little or - much light? There are many things we can do to let our light shine. Not everyone can do the same thing. We need to work towards equipping for the future. Who are we and where are we going as United Church Women and what vi- sion do we have for the future to keep on growing? Without a vision we die in- wardly. We must have an in- ward transformation of living and hope. A vision challenges our life style to reflect on ourselves to see reality at a deeper level. We have a challenge before us. By tell- ing the story of faith, people can be renewed. Jesus invites us to take part in reality. God's kingdom is within us and open to all. We must be doing and striv- ing for a greater vision. Reali- ty enables us to grow. If we are not on the move we become static. We need to prepare ahead for things in our lives. We need a growing faith to undergird us, something bigger than ourselves. We need to be a caring, growing community. We can share our prayer support. There will be a tremendous transformation. Discover each gift you have and try to use it. Many people feel lonely and isolated. We need to be aware we are a caring people to help and en- courage others. We are am- bassadors and represen- tatives -of An invitation was extended from Kent Presbyterial for 1984 Conference. Sing songs were led by Mrs. Shirley Taylor and Mrs, Sal- ly Bird. The Celebration Ringers of Sault Ste. Marie provided an hour of inspira- tional music. The installation of officers was conducted by Rev. Lewis Snow, president of London Conference. The closing worship and Communion will. Rev. Anne Beattie of Marathon and Jane Hamilton of St. Andrew's United Church left with us the thought of A Voyage of Discovery and a New Vision of the future. Not just any cfflcken. We're Kentucky Fried Chicken. The best tasting chicken there is. ., Tickets available here for Golf Tour- nament and Dinner May 28. Pro- ceeds for Minor hockey. '2'fTh►INS amuckrriea ChHce.t,t The Colonel's taste is best. 227 Main St. North, Exeter computercard telling you that you do not exist. Confusion is the keys lock- ed in the car. Confusion is the purse too heavy to carry. A result of confusion is the important letter put in the special place so it will not get lost - the letter that is never seen again. Confused is the secretary who peeks at you from behind thirteen piles of "stuff". The file clerk might cause confusion by filing Irrigation Information under "L" for Land and Water. A reporter was confused when he described the parade this way: Entries ranged from beautifully decorated floats to frollicking clowns who threw water -filled balloons and bystanders. The customer was confused but the waitress was not, when he shouted: "I can't tell whether this is coffee or tea! It tastes like benzine." The waitress replied, "If it tastes like benzine, then it is the horse from the truck, put him in the barn and feed him. Those of the human race domiciled in vitreous places should refrain from hurling petrified objects. Confusing? No. Everyone knows that people who live in glass houses should not throw stones. A lady was confused by the winner of first prize for sculpture in a modern art show. The curiously -shaped piece • bore the sign: "The sculptress made this entirely with her tongue." She asked the exhibitor: "Who is the talented sculptress?" "My cow," he answered. "That's her salt block." Confused is the lady who tried to introduce her cou sin - in -law or her husband's first cousin to her own second cousin or her first cousin once removed. A man was taking his very first airplane trip. At Win- nipeg, the plane landed and immediately a little red truck rushed up to refuel it. At Calgary, the little red truck rushed up again. A fellow passenger commented, "These planes make great time, don't they?" "Yea", came the reply. "And that little red truck isn't doing so bad either." A wife took a confusing sub- ject and made it crystal clear when she explained to her husband, "A budget is just an orderly way to discover you can't live within your income." 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