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The Goderich Signal-Star, 1969-12-04, Page 274 With Shirley J. Keller t J; Woman to Woman It is late, very. late. It is , Monday morning and as a general rule this cglumn is written Friday and set, ready for the paper, early Monday. I'm late today because our youngest son took sick through 1' the night — fever, coughing; headache in his tummy. I took him to the doctor who diagnosed it as bronchial trouble (chest cold in my language) and my boy is now on penicillin for a few days. According to past experience, I can expect him to be much better tomorrow. What a wonder penicillin really is! One time I asked my doctor what he prescribed before the • miracle drug. "Well," he pondered, "when we got sulfa drugs to work with we thought we had everything. Before that it was aspirin and prayer. Many times babies and young children just died There was very 'little we could do about it." * * * I was feeling much better when I arrived at the office this morning. The youngest Keller had been to the doctor and I've learned to have faith in the medical profession. Then one of the friendly fellows on staff here came in with a huge smile and said, "How much do you want to bet he's corning down with the German measles?" rr * retarded; babysitting with them Saw a unique idea for holding from time to time, free of those Clirrstmas cards this charge, so mom and dad can get season. A large juice can was out of the house and into a strung from top to "bottom all social environment for a few around with' colored yarn. You hours; acting as bigbrothers and just hooked your card around big sisters to them, taking them one' piece of yarn letting the for walks, sleighrides, skating yarn catch in the fold of the outings, etc. You should just hear the bubbling enthusiasm from these young fellows and girls who are so involved with the mentally retarded. Their eyes shine and their hearth are just filled with happiness . because they have learned that giving of themselves is the best medicine for boredom and fun living. * * * That's when it gets rough for a working girl. When the little ones are confined to home and you're supposed to be at the " office, - that's when working mothers are ready . to chuck the whole business and just withdraw into -the land of housekeeping. Let's hope the amateur doctor here at the Signal -Star is -all wet. �; ; y` , ,,, s . . * * 4 I. had a busy last week meeting with all of you gals. I had so many appointments I just couldn't get around to everything. Monday evening was, the meeting of the g'ssociation for the Mentally Retarded and I was very sorry to have to. miss that one. I'm tremendously interested in this work and was surprised to learn that few Goderich folks seem to share my interest. 'The Association has quite a " time to stit up interest here in Goderich, I understand. That's unfortunate too, because active participation in this organization can be one of the richest and more rewarding experiences you can ever have. So ' often it, is only a few parents of retarded youngsters and a couple of compassionate friends who try to hold a local Association together. Actually, every parent Who is -blessed with normally intelligent children should express his .or her gratitude for good fortune by getting out to these meetings and giving the Association a boost. I've ^ learned that the Association is hoping to get some support from the youth in the district. That's always the way, isn't it. When adults refuse to accept their obligations youth is called upon to take up the slack. Dispite what everyone seems to ,be saying about the kids today, many young people are doing wonderful things for the mentally retarded in their communities and for the parents «+of the mentally retarded as well. Young people - senior public school and high school age — are actually organizing playground programs for the mentally The fashion show, bazaar and tea at the Goderich Psychiatric Hospital' was a joy, partly because I renewed acquaintances with a girl I knew in high school zillions of years ago and partly because the atmosphere in that auditorium was so very pleasant. The young man in charge of the recorded music was concerned because he had only one record to play and had been playing it over and over again all afternoon. But really, no one was worried. The carols were just right for the occasion. I picked up a puppet for the youngest Keller but there were dozens of lovely things from which to choose : The plush toys were so colorful and just plain cute. According to 'one of the nurses at the hospital, the geriatric handicrafts were her particular favorites because each one was a labor of love W w card, and your card was in place. When the holder is full, I'd imagine it would be quite effective. (If you don't understand what I mean, call one of the girls • from the CWL. They'll be able to help you.) m * * * I- had a telephone call a few days ago from Karen Such who wanted to tell me about the big event being planned by the Anglican Young People from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday. While there will be plenty of variety in the things which will be for sale — baking will be a specialty — the big attraction will he fresh apple cider. Karen tells me the cider will be made this week from apples which were picked by the young folks themselves. That's an original idea isn't it. I'm sure the cider will sell well because many folks like to serve it at Christmas time with fruit cake and cookies when guests' arrive unexpectedly. Heated with. cinnamon sticks, apple cider can be very, very nice. * * * Thanks to all of you wonderful gals who are sending in recipes. I certainly appreciate it. I have three fine recipes for you this week and I'm sure you I got some shots of the will find at least one of them to fashion show which I plan to include in this week's women For those of'you who have section for • your approval. All the clothes were from Schaefer 's sent recipes in, and still haven't Ladies Wear and the models - seen them in print, don t _reit, t1i'" ?� Pc the_ z 4espair.4 I've been .to UY your liking. prettiest' 'yo �r Vii ung *omen- - e cre ipes rst� be -cause to am Goderich. * * * just a little while before I was one of the winners at Christmas. the CWL bazaar and tea Cookies and salads can wait Saturday. How about that? ' just a while eye t. incidentally, the draws were not Did you see our little column rigged. last week entitled Goderich I also purchased a lemon pie Society News? That's the spot which was just simply yummy., The snowfall didn't wed like to include the names of your weekend visitors or, if discourage the ladies. There was you have taken a little jaunt a large" crowd and the tea room somewhere telephone me and was the centre of activity. tell me all about it. The tea room convener happened to be my neighbor, Mrs. Percy ,a LaBlanc. Mrs. LaBlanc told me she had to -add a couple of tables at the last moment because the guests just could not be accommodated otherwise. The menu included- all sorts of fancy sandwiches and cookies. Tables were festive too. they should be stored away for There is no charge for this service and we are pleased to hear from each one of you. * * * Are there no more thoughts on the Nursery School question? Or is it just too close to Christmas to be bothered? .. I would like to hear from you on this subject. R ■.11mirssiln IWITH THIS ;COUPON ONLY I AVE tool 1 COOL VAPOUR 1 _1 VAPORIZER -HUMIDIFIER - REG. $17.95 14.95-. 1 W.1. Denomme FLOWER SHOP Phone 524 $132 DAY OR NIGHT Agent for 24hr. ORA Dll"VILOPING * Hankscraft Model 242 * Portable — 'No Steam * Restores Moisture To Dry Indoor Air• IRIECK 1 PHARMACY me 1.1 Maitland Country 1 1 It doesn't take long for rs. •G. S. Fisher to transform an ordinary piece of driftwood into something decorative for « ristmas. Here Mrs. Fisher shows how easy it is to change a piece of driftwood into a Christmas delight. Her home is just filled with colorful things, all the original ideas of Mrs. Fisher. Christmas' driftwood (continued from page 2A) She finds most of her driftwood on the shores of Lake Huron. It is brought home and scrubbed with a wire brush and plenty of water. After, that sandpaper removes more of the loose bark or dirt; then another cleaning with a damp sponge. This stage. is called "picking" by Mrs. Fisher. She "picks" for hours at a piece of driftwood to make absolutely certain that anything that will loosen has been removed.. , "You must get all the loose pieces off," Mrs. Fisher stressed, "because when the driftwood is finished and dried, these loose pieces will begin. to ,drop off breaking the seal and spoiling the finish." The next step is sanding — from course to fine. Mrs. Fisher ' likes to sand the tips of branches and the ends of_ ftihe oo :po that wo• can,be properly sealed. Varnish, hellac or any kind of laquer can then be applied, sanding lightly between coats. "I like to bring out the natural beauty of the wood," said Mrs. Fisher, "but at this time of year some people like to spray driftwood silver and gold for Christmas." 111,' liV S A 44.00 I %a Yw INSURAN sea Or coli iacWl 44 North St. - 5240551` Donald G. MacEwan. Niter S, Mac Owon REAL ESTATE LISTINGS AND ENQUIRIES INVITED Peter $. MacEwan — Realtor Donald G. 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