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Don't let winter get you down
(NC)—Inclement weather can force even the most
active people indoors and mid-winter depression is
common in colder climates like Canada. St. John
Ambulance, the national leader in first aid training and
products, suggests these simple ways to beat the winter
blahs.
1. Keep active. Exercise is a healthy alternative that
will keep your mind and body in shape.
2. Get fresh air. Get outside, even for brief periods,
to cleanse your mind and revitalize your spirit.
3. Avoid alcohol or drugs. Chemical depressants can
have detrimental effects anytime and can trigger
depression.
4. Soak up some sun. Going out on a sunny winter
day can help to increase your level of Vitamin D, a
natural depression-fighter. Moderate use of tanning
beds is another alternative.
5. Get plenty of rest. Fatigue can be harmful in many
ways, including your mental disposition.
6. Be involved. Social and recreational activities are a
great way to chase away the blues while also
providing healthy exercise and stimulating mental
activity.
. 7. Eat right. Cold, dark days can rob your body of
essential nutrients. Make sure you fegd your needs.
8. Take a holiday. You don't have to take an
expensive vacation to reduce the effects of day-to-day
stress. Give yourself a break regularly—even an
afternoon outing will make a positive difference.
9. See your doctor. Sometimes depression gets out of
control. In fact, it can be a medical condition that
requires treatment. If you can't seem to shake the
blues, see your doctor for help.
10. Exercise your mind. Long winter days are a great
time to learn new skills, which will occupy your time
and keep your mental faculties alert.
First aid training is your best defence in an
emergency. St. John Ambulance is Canada's leading
provider of high quality courses and first aid products.
Take it from the best. Contact the St. John Ambulance
office nearest you or visit the web site www.sja.ca.
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FARM SAFETY FACT
Did you know?
((NC) — Hospitalization due to animal-related injuries indicate that horses
(46.5%) and cows (33.0%) are the most significant causes, followed by
incidents involving bulls, calves, steers and others.
Canadian Agricultural Injury Surveillance Program.
— News Canada
Challenge: Finding the time to be active
for sixty minutes per day
Solution: Spread physical activity throughout your daily routine to work up to 60
minutes. As you progress to more intense exercise you can cut back to 30 minutes
4 times per week. Get started by:
• Walking for 10 minutes several times a day — walk instead of taking the car to
the store, or mailbox, slip out for a walk at lunchtime, or join a friend for a morning
or evening walk.
• Walking briskly, jogging, cycling, swimming, skipping or dancing for 20
minutes or more.
• Substituting an activity break for a coffee break — bend, stretch, and flex to
keep your muscles relaxed and joints mobile for 10 minutes at a time. You can do
this at home, at work or out in the great outdoors.
• Trying 10 minutes of muscle strengthening or weight resistance activities such
as situps, push-ups or weights while you watch TV or before going to bed.
• Taking a break and play actively with your kids for 10 minutes or more.
• Finding more ways to keep active by checking out the "healthy body quiz" at
www.dietitians.ca/eatwell
Weather conditions deteriorated in
late afternoon on Dec. 4.
Consequently less than 30 women
were able to attend the
Londesborough UCW Christmas
party at the church. But they
nonetheless enjoyed a varied and
bountiful potluck meal together. The
evening had a festive and intimate
atmosphere.
Moreover the Friendship House in
Goderich received a large basket of
personal items donated by the
Appropriately enough the
December character attribute being
considered at Hullett Central Public
School is compassion, showing care
and consideration.
Organizing a canned food and
non-perishable food drive and
gathering mittens for a mitten tree
are examples of compassion.
These activities began at the
school on Dec. 4 and continue until
Dec. 13, the evening of the
Christmas concert. So mark your
women to be used as stocking
stuffers for those in their care over
Christmas.
A further monetary donation to
the Londesborough United Church
was agreed to in the only business
item dealt with that evening.
There will be coffee mugs, this
year's UCW fundraiser, available for
purchase right up until Christmas.
Contact a member for more info.
The program presented by Lynda
Horbanuik, Crystal Whyte, Joan
calendar and plan to attend that
concert beginning at 7 p.m,You will
have a chance that evening to
appreciate the children's efforts to
decorate the school. There will Ile a
door decorating contest to harness
some of the children's excitement.
Most of the classes from Hullett
enjoyed a ballet performance of the
Nutcracker at the Blyth Festival on
Nov. 24. Two students from Hullett
were featured in the play, Claire
Fleming and Savannah Porter.
Goodall, Aaron Horbanuik, Florence
Snell and Bev Riley was a familiar
story that needs to be remembered
again and again about love, music ,
giving and people.
As scripture verses from Luke 2
were read, a manger scene came
together on the table. Hymns
coinciding with the verses and
readings were sung in unison. It was
joyful to recall the beautiful story of
Jesus' birth among the animals,
birds, angels and shepherds in the
warmth of love and heavenly light.
Readings offered insight into
various customs that have found
The passion that is exhibited for
the game of golf is sometimes
baffling to a non-golfer.
This past week a village resident
spent time in Stratford hospital
getting ready to hit the links next
spring. Partners beware. Keith
Allen has had a knee repair and will
be expecting his game to improve.
Thieves
take
trailer
Sometime between Dec. 6 and
Dec. 7, thieves entered property at a
residence on Blyth Road, Central
Huron and stole a 12 ft. x 6 ft dump
trailer, grey in colour. The trailer •
was built in 1998 and had double
axle wheels. The value of the trailer
is $10,000.
If you have any information that
can assist police call the OPP or
Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
their way into the modern day
celebration of Christmas. For
example, evergreens originated in
Roman times, the Advent wreath
came from Germany, animal tributes
are part of celebrations in Roman
times, the Advent wreath came from
Germany, animal tributes are part of
celebrations in Poland and Norway,
the lighting of candles simulate the
'stars in the night sky and perhaps
began in Ireland.
Symbols of each of these customs
were placed around the manger
scene.
It was a peaceful and interesting
program/devotion to set the stage for
the Advent season.
President ' Phyllis Tyndall
welcomed all who attended the
Happy Gang Seniors' annual
Christmas party at the- community
hall on Wednesday, Nov. 29. Sixty-
nine persons enjoyed a turkey dinner
prepared by the ladies of the
Londesborough UCW.
Former members and guests from
the area are always invited to this
celebration. Seasonal decorations
and a Christmas tree added a festive
air to the gathering.
Following the noon meal, carol
singing was enjoyed. The guest
entertainers were a musical duo,
Fred James on violin and Ken
Wilson on guitar. They played many
older tunes that had toes tapping and
fingers snapping and probably
renewed some memories.
Draws for the four door prizes and
raffle items precipitated great fun
and socializing. The door prizes,
donated by regular members, were —
a-wooden lamp by Milt and Helen
FROM LONDESBORO
Dale and won by Geraldine Dale; a
lazy Susan by Willis and Marie
Bromley and won by Bett Fisher;
and a wooden block with a selection
of knives by Josephine MacGregor
and won by Gloria McEwing.
The seniors' group had also
purchased a plant which will be
enjoyed by Edythe Beacom.
The singing of "We Wish You a
,Merry Christmas" ended the
afternoon and set everyone off home
with a warm feeling for the season
ahead.
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Weather affects UCW attendance
Students organize
food, mitten drive 69 in attendance
or Gang's dinner