Makeup Myths to Let Go of
Capsule Wardrobe Checklist
Downsizing with Intention by Kat Tiessen
Simple Foods, Powerful Benefits
Hope’s Broccoli Salad
Leftovers, Reimagined
Stretch without the Strain
The Collagen Conversation
Simple Hosting Traditions by Mara Dierkx
Travel Smart: Planning the Perfect Trip by Roberta McCarty
The Joy of Solo Travelling
Homegrown Reads: Canadian Books to Discover
— Jimmy Buffet
• Have you been told there is nothing you can do about your tinnitus?
• Have you experienced ringing, buzzing, humming, or chirping sounds in your ears or head?
• Have you ever been advised by your doctor that you have diabetes?
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• Do you have di culty hearing conversations in noisy environments?
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• Do you want to learn about how tinnitus can be treated?
• Are you concerned about memory loss associated with aging?
If any one of these apply to you or a loved one, we look forward to seeing you at our event.
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However, you may just need a different product, or need to try a different placement. Instead of opting for a full coverage foundation powder, and applying a thick layer of it with the complimentary sponge it comes with, switch to a translucent setting powder. A light dusting of a translucent powder can set your makeup in place and help you avoid overusing powder.
You can also strictly use powder in oily areas, like your T-zone. Keep the powder just in this area by applying it with a smaller eyeshadow brush. If you’re still skeptical about using powder, try a mattifying balm. The Nudestix blot and blur is a blurring balm that helps to smooth skin and can be applied on top of makeup, replacing your powder altogether but still offering its benefits.
Forever Young® BBL® by Sciton uses advanced light technology to reduce dark spots, sun damage, rosacea, and facial redness while improving skin tone, texture, and elasticity.
Safe, gentle, and non-surgical, this treatment works beneath the surface to support your skin’s natural renewal process helping you maintain a refreshed, radiant appearance over time.
This capsule wardrobe is designed to mix and match easily, reduce decision fatigue, and keep comfort front and centre without sacrificing style.
√ Two to three soft t-shirts or knit tops (neutral colours)
√ Two or three long-sleeve tops for layering
√ A lightweight sweater or pullover
√ A breathable blouse or polished top
√ One to two pairs of well-fitting jeans (dark and/or medium wash)
√ A pair of comfortable pull-on or elastic-waist trousers
√ A relaxed pant (wide-leg or straight-cut)
√ A structured but comfortable blazer
√ A cardigan (medium weight)
√ A casual jacket (denim or lightweight utility style)
√ A supportive everyday sneaker
√ A comfortable flat or loafer
√ A low-heeled or supportive ankle boot
√ A neutral belt
√ A statement scarf
√ A simple, everyday jewelry set
√ A versatile handbag or crossbody
√ An everyday midi dress
√ A dress that can be dressed up or down
√ A simple sundress
Kat Tiessen, Designer Kat & Co. Interiors katcointeriors.com
Downsizing isn’t just about moving into a smaller space, it’s about designing that space well. When square footage decreases, the role of interior design becomes even more important. When designed thoughtfully, a smaller home can feel calmer, more comfortable, and more personal than a larger one ever did.
For homeowners in Essex County, downsizing often means trading excess space for ease and not sacrificing warmth, character, or style.
Before choosing furniture or finishes, it’s important to know how you want your new home to feel. Do you imagine it light and airy? Warm and cocooning? Quiet and understated?
This emotional statement becomes the filter through which every decorating decision is made. When the vision is clear, the home feels cohesive rather than pieced together.
Designing a smaller home is not about filling space — it’s about curating it.
In downsized interiors, quality matters more than quantity. Instead of multiple small furnishings, opt for:
• One well-proportioned sofa rather than several chairs
• A dining table that suits everyday life, not rare occasions
• Case goods that provide closed storage and visual calm
Furniture should feel intentional, comfortable, and timeless.
Pieces that earn their place bring a sense of calm to a space and reduce visual clutter.
One of the most common decorating challenges in downsized homes is scale. Furniture that once worked in a larger house can easily overwhelm a smaller room. The solution isn’t going tiny, it’s choosing pieces with the right proportions.
Lower profiles, open bases, and lighter silhouettes allow rooms to breathe while still feeling grounded. When scale is right, a smaller room feels balanced, not tight.
Thoughtful design makes storage feel invisible. Built-ins, custom cabinetry, and multi-functional pieces help maintain order without dominating the room. Closed storage allows everyday items to stay accessible yet out of sight, creating spaces that feel restful rather than busy.
In downsized homes, visual calm is just as important as physical function.
Decorating a smaller space does not mean keeping it simple or sparse. In fact, layering is what gives a downsized home its richness.
Soft textiles, warm woods, and tactile materials add depth. Lighting should be layered as well. Ambient, task, and accent lighting working together to create softness and flexibility throughout the day. These layers make a home feel cozy at every hour.
Downsizing invites a more thoughtful approach to personal belongings. Rather than spreading meaningful pieces throughout a large home, a smaller space allows favourite objects, artwork, and heirlooms to be given proper presence. Each piece can be appreciated rather than absorbed into the background. Decorating becomes an act of storytelling — quiet, intentional, and deeply personal.
The most beautiful downsized homes don’t feel temporary or transitional. They feel complete.
When interiors are designed prioritizing comfort, proportion, and personal meaning, the result is a home that supports your life with ease and grace. Nothing feels too much. Nothing feels missing.
Downsizing, when approached through thoughtful interior design, becomes an opportunity to create a home that is not only smaller but better considered, beautifully lived in, and timeless.
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This salad is crunchy, packed with flavour and makes for a quick and easy meal or side dish.
Salad Ingredients:
• 1 full head of broccoli (3-5 medium-sized stems)
• Handful of chia seeds
• Handful of pecans, chopped
• Handful of dried cranberries
• Handful of sunflower seeds
Dressing Ingredients
• 2-3 heaping tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
Instructions:
1. Wash and chop your broccoli as desired.
2. Chop your pecans.
3. Combine everything in a bowl.
4. Add your dressing. Combine everything again.
5. Serve and enjoy!
Storage tip: Store in fridge for up to 5 days.
Planning dinners shouldn’t feel like a chore or result in a fridge full of forgotten leftovers. This weekly dinner planner offers a more thoughtful approach to home cooking, using a small number of versatile ingredients to create distinct meals throughout the week. It’s a simpler, more enjoyable way to cook — without sacrificing variety.
• 6-8 chicken breasts (season with salt, pepper, garlic and olive oil)
• 2-3 lbs ground beef (season lightly so it works across meals)
• Basic veggies, chopped (onion, bell pepper, lettuce, carrots)
• A pot of rice or quinoa
Monday
Cook extra chicken - this is your foundation for the week.
Tuesday
Leftover chicken tossed with vegetables and rice or quinoa.
Wednesday
Season lightly and make extra beef.
Thursday
Leftover taco beef layered with rice, lettuce, cheese, and toppings.
Friday
Cook 1-2 breasts depending on portion size.
Saturday
Season lightly and make extra beef.
Sunday
Remaining ground beef sautéed with vegetables and potatoes or rice.
CHICKEN WRAPS
CHICKEN SANDWICH
CHICKEN SALAD
BEEF QUESADILLA
BEEF & RICE BOWL
CHICKEN & GRAIN POWER BOWL
BEEF & VEGGIE STUFFED PEPPERS
CHICKEN FRIED RICE
As it enters its 100th year, Erie Shores Golf & Country Club stands as a proud testament to tradition, quality, and community. For a century, golfers have walked its classic, tree-lined fairways, experiencing a layout that has remained both timeless and thrilling. In an era when courses often chase trends, Erie Shores has stayed true to its roots—offering a fun yet challenging test for players of every skill level.
Designed in 1926 by renowned architect Bob Gray Sr., the 18hole championship course stretches up to 6,300 yards. Thoughtfully crafted and beautifully maintained, the layout has truly stood the test of time. Its subtle contours, strategic bunkering, and natural beauty continue to make it a favourite throughout Southern Ontario. Whether you are a seasoned competitor or picking up the game for the first time, Erie Shores delivers an experience that is both welcoming and rewarding.
A hallmark of the club is its exceptional course conditioning. Widely regarded for offering some of the finest greens and fairways in the region, Erie Shores provides a premier playing surface from the first tee shot of spring through the final round of fall. Consistency, care, and pride are evident in every detail, ensuring that each visit meets the highest expectations.
This milestone year is not only about honouring the past— it’s about embracing the future. The club’s brand new clubhouse ushers in a new era, blending modern comfort with the warm, inviting spirit that members and guests have cherished for generations. It stands as a gathering place for celebrations, camaraderie, and the shared love of the game.
As Erie Shores Golf & Country Club celebrates its centennial, its commitment remains unchanged: warm hospitality, exceptional service, and memorable golf every time you visit. The first 100 years have built a remarkable legacy. The next 100 promise even more unforgettable moments on one of Southern Ontario’s most treasured courses.
Chair yoga offers a gentle, accessible way to improve flexibility, balance, and circulation, without the need to get down on the floor. It supports joint health, reduces stiffness, and encourages mindful movement, making it ideal for staying active in a comfortable, supportive way.
How to do it:
• Sit sideways on a chair with one knee bent and the opposite leg extended
• Rest one forearm on the bent thigh and lift the opposite arm overhead
• Lengthen through the side body, breathe, then switch sides
Benefits: Gently stretches the side body, improves posture, and encourages deeper, more relaxed breathing.
How to do it:
• Sit tall, cross one leg over the other, and wrap the arms in front of the chest
• Lift elbows slightly, relax the shoulders, and breathe
Benefits: Gently stretches the shoulders and upper back, improves focus and balance, and helps release tension from the neck and hips
How to do it:
• Cross one ankle over the opposite knee, keeping the foot flexed to protect the knee.
• Sit up tall with a straight spine, engaging your core.
• To deepen the stretch, gently lean forward from the hips while keeping your chest lifted.
Benefits: Opens the hips and eases lower back tightness.
How to do it:
• Sit tall with feet flat on the floor and hands on your knees.
• Inhale, lift your chest, and gently arch your back (Cow).
• Exhale, round your spine, and tuck your chin (Cat).
Benefits: Improves spinal mobility and eases back stiffness.
As we age, maintaining radiant skin, strong joints, and overall vitality becomes less about endless serums and more about smart, supportive habits. One ingredient gaining renewed attention in the wellness world is collagen — the body’s most abundant protein and a key building block for how we look and feel. What is Collagen?
Collagen acts as the body’s internal scaffolding, supporting skin, bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Natural collagen production begins to decline in our mid-20s, and by 50, we’ve lost a significant portion of it. This contributes to wrinkles, reduced skin elasticity, joint stiffness, and slower recovery — but research shows collagen levels can be supported.
Collagen plays an important role in keeping skin plump, hydrated, and resilient. Studies suggest collagen peptides may help improve skin elasticity and reduce the appearance of fine lines with consistent use.
Beyond appearance, collagen supports joint comfort and mobility by helping maintain cartilage and connective tissue. It also contributes to bone strength and muscle maintenance. Both of these are important as muscle mass and bone density naturally decline over time. Hair and nails may benefit as well, becoming stronger and less brittle.
Collagen production can be supported through diet and lifestyle. Vitamin C - rich foods like citrus, berries, and peppers help the body produce collagen, while foods such as bone broth, fish, eggs, and leafy greens provide essential building blocks. Collagen powders or peptides — especially hydrolyzed collagen for easy absorption — can also be added to smoothies or coffee.
After 50, collagen is less about chasing youth and more about supporting strength, comfort, and confidence. It’s a simple addition that helps the body do what it does best — repair, support, and stay resilient.
In a world that seems to be moving faster every year, there’s something deeply comforting about sharing traditions with loved ones.
These little rituals give us something to look forward to and they connect us to what (and who) truly matters.
But traditions don’t have to be elaborate to be meaningful. In fact, you may already have them without even realizing it. It could be as simple as the dessert you bring to every family gathering or the movie you watch together each Christmas.
And if you don’t have traditions, or maybe you’re ready to try something new, it’s never too late to start. Here’s a few simple ones to try:
Make up a Holiday - like “Ice Cream Float Day”, “First Signs of Spring Day”, or “Scrabble Day”. It adds a little whimsy to the year and is something uniquely yours.
Signature Dish – Choose one signature dish you make for every gathering so it becomes part of the celebration itself.
Monthly Coffee Morning – Host a standing coffee date once a month. No fancy agenda, just friends and coffee.
Seasonal Porch Visit – Welcome the first warm evening of spring or summer with a lemonade or iced tea on the porch.
by Roberta McCarty
In our younger, more adventurous years, we thought nothing of hitting the open road with a backpack, a toothbrush, and no plans set in stone. However, at this point in our lives, we now appreciate a well-researched plan that will ensure our comfort and safety while satisfying our interest in seeing new sights.
Whether you are travelling solo, as a couple or as a larger group, here are a few tips to consider:
• When travelling out of country, make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your return date to Canada.
• Research your destination for visa or medical requirements (ex. do you need to provide proof of up-to-date vaccinations?)
• Research your destination online. Check out blogs offering first-hand travel experiences and recommendations. Watch videos on YouTube that show a walking tour of your destination. Search for recent reviews of accommodations you’re considering. Look for Facebook travel groups specific to your destination.
• Check your local library for guide books as they can provide a more in-depth look with detailed advice and insider tips.
• Visit a local travel agent as they can help by overseeing the trip details, accessing the best possible rates and options, and they can also advocate for you if any unexpected issues arise.
• Purchase local currency for making cash payments and bring the proper electrical chargers or adapters so your devices are compatible with local outlets.
• If planning a cruise, check the discussion board at CruiseCritic.com.
• If planning for Europe, check the Travel Forum at RickSteves.com.
“We travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape us.” - Anonymous
• Book a non-stop flight, if possible. It may cost more but in the long run it reduces travel fatigue and airport stress. It also avoids the chance of a missed connection.
• Pack light. If possible, take a carry-on bag rather than checked. If you do have a checked bag, be sure to keep all medication in their original containers with you in a carry-on. If you wear hearing aids, bring spare batteries. If you wear contact lenses, keep your entire supply with you.
• If you have mobility issues, request a wheelchair for transporting you through the airport. Make sure your hotel has an elevator if you have difficulty climbing stairs.
• Stay hydrated on the flight (preferably water). On long flights, to avoid blood clots, get up and walk around occasionally.
Enjoy a break at a café, this one in Paris, along with some great people-watching.
Exercise and stretch your ankles and legs while seated, and invest in a good pair of compression socks.
• To avoid jet-lag, don’t plan anything for the first day and focus on acclimating to your new location. Eat at your usual meal time in the new time zone. Take a walk for some fresh air. Retire at your usual bedtime in the new time zone.
• Book “skip the line” tickets in advance to avoid standing in line (sometimes for hours at major museums).
• Don’t try to do it all. Some of the best memories can be of the time you skipped the tour and enjoyed the afternoon at an outdoor café with a good book and an abundance of people-watching.
• Never leave the country without out-of-country medical insurance. IMPORTANT: Be sure to check the stability clause
in your out-of-country insurance, which is a set amount of time that pre-existing conditions must remain stable before your trip in order to be eligible for coverage. For example, if you have high blood pressure, the policy may state that your condition must be stable for 90 days before departure, meaning no medication changes, no new symptoms, and no hospital visits during that time, otherwise any related medical costs while travelling won’t be covered.
• Write down the contact information for the Canadian Embassy or Consulate in the country you will be visiting, in case of emergency.
• Tracking tags aren’t just for your luggage. Carry one in your purse or backpack so your family can pinpoint exactly where in the world you are.
• Don’t display expensive jewelry or electronics to lessen the odds of being targeted by a pickpocket.
• Invest in a money belt and RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) blocking wallet. Criminals no longer need to actually take your wallet to obtain your personal information, and this will prevent them from wirelessly obtaining your credit card and passport information.
• Check the government of Canada website at travel.gc.ca to see if there are any travel advisories listed for your destination.
One final tip that I highly recommend — take a trip with your grandchildren.
Whether your travel across the county or across the ocean, make some memories with them that will last a lifetime. Do it before it’s too late.
the trip!
Travelling solo in your later years can be one of life’s most empowering and enriching experiences. With greater perspective, fewer pressures, and a clearer sense of what truly matters, travel becomes less about rushing from place to place and more about savouring each moment. It’s an opportunity to explore the world on your own terms — whether that means strolling historic streets, taking a scenic train journey, or settling into a quiet destination that invites reflection.
After decades of shared schedules and responsibilities, travelling alone offers a refreshing return to independence. You decide how your days unfold. Perhaps you linger longer in a museum, enjoy an unhurried breakfast, or change plans simply because something captures your interest. Solo travel at this stage of life builds confidence in subtle yet powerful ways. Each choice — from selecting a destination to navigating a new neighbourhood — reinforces a sense of self‑reliance and curiosity that never fades.
One of the unexpected gifts of travelling solo later in life is how naturally it invites connection. Without a travel companion, conversations with locals and fellow travellers often happen with ease. A friendly chat on a train, a shared table at dinner, or a spontaneous recommendation can be come the most memorable part of the journey. Travelling alone creates space to reflect, rediscover interests, and move at a pace that feels right.
Thoughtful planning enhances confidence. Choosing welcoming destinations, staying centrally located, and checking in with loved ones provide reassurance. Many solo travellers also enjoy balancing independence with gentle structure, joining a walking tour or cultural experience when it feels right.
Travelling solo in your later years isn’t about going it alone — it’s about choosing yourself. The world still has so much to offer, and some of the most meaningful journeys are those taken at your own pace, guided by curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong sense of adventure.
For many people, visiting a denture clinic is about more than oral health. It’s about comfort, confidence, and being treated by people who genuinely care. That philosophy has always guided Shreve Denture Clinic, and it continues to shape an exciting new chapter for the practice.
Long known in the community for personalized denture care, Shreve Denture Clinic has proudly joined Strong Clinic, bringing together two trusted practices with a shared commitment to patient-focused care. The clinics have recently brought their services together under one unified name. Patients from the former Strong Clinic locations in Leamington and Windsor are now being welcomed at Shreve & Strong Clinics. This natural progression reflects continued growth while preserving the same familiar faces and patientfirst approach many have come to rely on.
That growth is also reflected in a new home.
In the summer of 2025, Shreve & Strong Clinics began seeing patients at 221 Talbot Street West in Leamington. Thoughtfully designed with accessibility and comfort in mind, the new space offers ample parking, modern treatment rooms, and a bright, welcoming waiting area - creating a calm, comfortable experience from the moment patients arrive.
While the space may be new, the heart of the
clinic remains unchanged. Owner and denturist Kristin Shreve Swayze, DD, leads the practice with a strong commitment to honest communication and individualized care. She is joined by denturist Natalie Kindiak, DD, office manager Shelly Basden, and laboratory technician Joanna Leong. Together, they form a close-knit team known for their warmth, experience, and attention to detail.
Shreve & Strong Clinics specialize in full and partial dentures, relines, repairs, and adjustments, all crafted with precision and care. The clinic also continues to offer oral sleep appliances at the Leamington location, with Patrick Strong, DD, remaining in clinic to provide sleep appliance services and ongoing patient care in this area.
“Bringing our clinics together under the Shreve & Strong name allows us to grow thoughtfully while keeping what matters most - the familiar faces, the personal care, and the trust we’ve built with our patients over the years.”
— Kristin Shreve Swayze, DD, Denturist & Owner
Above all, the clinic’s focus remains on listening. Understanding each patient’s needs, answering questions, and ensuring every smile feels natural and confident are at the core of the practice. With a new space, an expanded name, and the same trusted team, Shreve & Strong Clinics looks forward to continuing to serve the community with care, compassion, and craftsmanship for years to come.
Within a ten-month period, Neil Peart lost both his 19-year-old daughter, Selena, and his wife, Jackie.
Faced with overwhelming sadness and isolated from the world in his home on the lake, Peart was left without direction. This memoir tells of the sense of personal devastation that led him on a 55,000-mile journey by motorcycle across much of North America, down through Mexico to Belize, and back again.
Peart chronicles his personal odyssey and includes stories of reuniting with friends and family, grieving, and reminiscing. He recorded with dazzling artistry the enormous range of his travel adventures, from the mountains to the seas, from the deserts to the Arctic ice, and the memorable people who contributed to his healing.
Ghost Rider is a brilliantly written and ultimately triumphant narrative memoir from a gifted writer and the drummer and lyricist of the legendary rock band Rush.
Blurb from indigo.ca.
From the author of Room, The Wonder, and The Pull of the Stars comes a taut and suspenseful historical novel that reimagines an 1895 French railway disaster, an event famously documented in dramatic photographs.
The Paris Express is set over a single day, as the morning train travels from the Normandy coast to the capital. Men, women, and children from all over the world take their seats in the passenger cars, which are divided by wealth and status. Among the passengers is an anarchist intent on destruction, a young boy travelling alone, a pregnant woman fleeing her home village for the anonymity of the big city, a medical student who suspects a girl may have a fatal disease, and the railway crew, devoted to the train, to the company, and to each other.
Based on an 1895 catastrophe that was captured in a series of surreal photographs, The Paris Express is a thrilling ride and a literary masterpiece full of the politics, fears, and chaos of an era not unlike our own.
Blurb from indigo.ca.
Over the past five years, award-winning hockey author Kevin Shea connected with almost 500 members of the Toronto Maple Leafs family, including players, both past and present, coaches, general managers, trainers, broadcasters and celebrity fans.
Each commented on what the Toronto Maple Leafs meant to them in ‘Voices in Blue and White: Pride and Passion for the Maple Leafs – Interviews With Those Who Wore the Uniform.’ From Don Cherry, to George Armstrong, Ron Ellis, Dave Keon and Borje Salming, each of whom played more than 1,000 games in Blue and White, the collection of interviews is astonishing. Players poured their hearts out about what wearing the Blue and White meant to them.
‘Voices in Blue and White’ covers every era of the Toronto Maple Leafs, who debuted in February 1927, right through to Timothy Liljegren, who became the 1,000th player to pull on the Maple Leafs jersey in a regular season game on January 18, 2020, and on to recent additions to the team, T.J. Brodie, Wayne Simmonds and Joe Thornton.
Blurb from indigo.ca.
Final Orbit
by Chris Hadfield
Houston, 1975. From the #1 bestselling author and astronaut Chris Hadfield, an edge-of-your-seat thriller set about China’s secret role in the 1970s Space Race between the US and the USSR.
A new Apollo mission launches into orbit, on course to dock with a Russian Soyuz craft: three NASA astronauts and three cosmonauts, joining to celebrate a new dawn of Soviet-American cooperation. But as NASA Flight Controller Kaz Zemeckis listens in from Earth, a deadly accident changes everything.
Meanwhile, from a remote location in East Asia, the first Chinese spacecraft secretly launches. On board is China’s first astronaut, Fang Guojun, whose mission puts him on a collision course with the Apollo crew. As Kaz races against an enemy on the ground and for answers beyond the sky, the safety of the remaining crew hangs in the balance…
Blurb from indigo.ca.
With its relentless pace and unforgettable twists, The Hitchhikers delivers what bestselling author Karin Slaughter calls “a frightening and viscerally chilling road-trip-gone-wrong story.”
Desperation is a dark road…
It’s the summer of 1976. Alice and Tom set out on the remote Canadian highways in their new RV, hoping to heal after a devastating tragedy.
They’ve planned the trip perfectly, every detail accounted for. Then they meet two young hitchhikers and offer them a ride. But Simon and Jenny aren’t what they seem. They’ve left a trail of blood, destruction, and madness behind them. Now Alice and Tom are prisoners in a deadly game with nowhere to turn. As the tension builds, the lines blur, and the question becomes: In whose heart does evil truly lie? What secrets are Jenny and Simon hiding? And who will live another day?
A chilling, twist-laden ride to the final page, The Hitchhikers is that rare novel that will break your heart as it holds you in suspense.
Blurb from indigo.ca.
For decades, Indigenous women and girls have gone missing or been found murdered along an isolated stretch of highway in northwestern British Columbia. The highway is known as the Highway of Tears, and it has come to symbolize a national crisis.
Journalist Jessica McDiarmid investigates the devastating effect these tragedies have had on the families of the victims and their communities, and how systemic racism and indifference have created a climate where Indigenous women and girls are over-policed, yet under-protected. Through interviews with those closest to the victims — mothers and fathers, siblings and friends — McDiarmid offers an intimate, first-hand account of their loss and relentless fight for justice.
Highway of Tears is a powerful story about our ongoing failure to provide justice for missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls, and a testament to their families and communities’ unwavering determination to find it.
Blurb from indigo.ca.
CLUES ACROSS
1. Cut a little bit off
5. State with confidence
11. River in NE Scotland
14. Not narrow
15. Lacking social polish
16. Amount of time
17. Frame
19. Automobile
20. Toadstools
21. High school dances
22. Utilize
23. Challenged
25. One-sided
27. Showing extreme greed
31. Potted plants
34. Everyone has one
35. Lake in Botswana
38. E.T. rode in one
39. Juniors’ parents
41. Small amount
42. Mother of Perseus
44. Ornamental box
45. Gov’t investigators
46. Uncertain
49. A cotton fabric with a satiny finish
51. The vast grassy plains in S. America
55. Your consciousness of your own identity
56. Noted consumer advocate
60. Spanish sports club
61. Body part
62. Tractability
64. Woman (French)
65. Ready and willing to be taught
66. Muslim ruler title
67. Depressed
68. Gradually gave way
69. Clear-thinking
CLUES DOWN
1. Brushed aside
2. Water sprite
3. Ones to look up to
4. Monetary units
5. A number everyone has
6. Marine invertebrate
7. One who takes you to court
8. Indicates outer
9. Parallelograms
10. Strains
11. Cross
12. A way to remove
13. Some pages are dog-__
18. Ukraine city
24. A citizen of Denmark
26. Summer month (abbr.)
28. Hindu queens
29. Jewelry brand
30. Fictional rider of Rohan
31. Wet dirt
32. Russian city
33. Observed
36. Furious
37. Drivers’ licenses
39. Musical composition
40. Auction
43. They __
45. Women
47. Inspire with love
48. Japanese ankle sock
49. Appears
50. Old World lizard
52. The leading performer
53. Type of protein
54. Pennsylvania town
57. Art __: around 1920
58. __ Blyton, children’s author
59. Abnormal breathing
63. A place to sleep
RIDDLE: What word is pronounced the same if you take away four of its five letters? ANSWERS
1. Often seen in elementary school music classes, what percussion instrument translates to ‘sound of wood’ from Ancient Greek?
2. What small island is the southernmost point in Canada?
3. Who was the first female inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?
4. Voilet Beauregarde and Augustus Gloop met with terrible accidents in what candy factory?
5. What method of filing books in a library by subject was introduced in 1876?
6. If you are into philography, what do you collect?
7. What are the names of the two children featured in the primary readers for elementary school kids in the 1950s and ‘60s?
8. If all current NHL teams are listed alphabetically by city, which one appears fourth on the list?
9. Canadian Frank Conibear was credited in 1957 with developing what?
10. What TV game show was original hosted by Peter Tomarken and is now hosted by actress Elizabeth Banks?
11. What is Ontario’s only venomous snake?
12. Which country did the United Stated purchase Alaska from?
13. What Hall of Fame pitcher pitched 749 complete games over the course of his 22year career?
14. Who wrote For Whom The Bell Tolls and The Old Man and The Sea?
15. In the Beatles’ first appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show in 1964, what was the first song they played?
16. Toxicdendron radicans is better known as what?
Headaches, jaw pain, snoring, and poor sleep don’t just disrupt your nights - they affect your energy, focus, mood, and relationships. Over time, these issues can take a toll on you overall health and wellbeing. The good news: there is hope.
At Dr. Lisa DiGioia’s TMJ & Sleep Therapy practice, patients receive care designed to address the root causes of pain, sleep apnea, and airway concerns. With over 27 years of experience, Dr. DiGioia has dedicated her career to helping people improve their quality of life. She is widely regarded by physicians, dentists, surgeons, chiropractors and therapists who regularly refer their patients to her. Her practice is also recognized as a Centre of Excellence with TMJ & Sleep Therapy International, a reflection of her commitment to advanced education and the lasting results seen in her patients.
For patients who don’t like the CPAP machine, Dr. DiGioia provides effective alternatives. The practice recently introduced a new snore laser with an even shorter treatment time. This quick, comfortable procedure stimulates natural collagen to gently tighten airway tissues, helping patients breathe more freely. There is no downtime, no side effects - just better more restful nights.
Parents will be glad to know that care extends to children as well. Our airway development programs, including Myobrace®, help encourage healthier breathing, better sleep, and improved growth during crucial developmental years.
Patients often describe their treatment as life-changing: fewer headaches, deeper sleep, improved focus, and restored energy. Dr. DiGioia’s passion for continual learning and innovation ensures her patients benefit from the most up-to-date and comprehensive approaches available.
Take a first step toward better sleep, better health, and a better life. Call 519-733-8888 today to schedule your consultation.
Dr. Lisa DiGioia - TMJ Sleep Therapy, Airway Development. Helping families live pain-free, rested, and renewed.
RIDDLE: Queue.
1. Xylophone
2. Middle Island
3. Aretha Franklin
4. Wonka
5. The Dewey Decimal System
6. Autographs
7. Dick and Jane
8. Calgary Flames
9. Body Grip Animal Trap
10. Press Your Luck
11. Massasauga rattler
12. Russia
13. Cy Young
14. Hemingway
15. All My Loving
16. Poison Ivy
1. SNIP
ASSERT
DEE
WIDE 15. GAUCHE
EXOSKELETON
CAR 20. PILEI
PROMS 22. USE
TESTED
BIASED
AVARICIOUS
MUMS
NGAMI
TAD
DANAE
INRO
FEDS
IRRESOLUTE
SATEEN
PAMPAS
EGO
NADER
BARCA
62. AMENABILITY 64. MME
DOCILE
EMIR 67. SAD
68. ERODED
SANE
IDS
ROUP
49. SEEMS
AGAMA 52. PRIMA
53. ACTIN 54. SAYRE 57. DECO
58. ENID
59. RALE 63. BED
We had the best music, the best TV shows and the best movies.
Entertainment was never in short supply for people of my generation.
Of course, my parents’ generation would have witnessed life-changing innovation too, but they were also subjected to World War II and the Great Depression — things that we never had to deal with.
When television hit its stride in the mid-1950s, several classic shows were introduced to audiences all over North America.
I’m thinking of shows like I Love Lucy, Ozzie and Harriet, Father Knows Best and The Danny Thomas Show.
Of course, there were so many more to remember, from such western classics as Gunsmoke and The Rifleman to variety shows like The Dinah Shore Show, Ed Sullivan and Your Show of Shows.
As with any list of this type, there are countless others that could be named.
As the 1960s came along, the television horizon exploded with plenty of situation comedies for families, like Gilligan’s Island, The Beverly Hillbillies and The Munsters to name a few.
Dramas would not take a back seat either as Adam-12, Star Trek and Ironsides kept us on the edge of our chesterfields.
And to keep us guessing, they threw in Batman, Lost in Space and the ever popular H.R. Pufnstuf. Life in the ’60s was great. Every night was a different TV show that had great ratings. If you weren’t laughing along to Rowan and Martin’s Laugh-In, you were laughing along to Get Smart, Hogan’s Heroes or F-Troop Saturday mornings in the Windsor-Essex — and greater Detroit area — were reserved for the quintessential lineup of animated shows that included the Banana Splits, Underdog, Mighty Mouse and Magilla Gorilla. Add in a little Scooby-Doo, The Archies and Hong Kong Phooey and you’ve got yourself a morning full of fun.
The Saturday afternoons were reserved for Sir Graves Ghastly, of course. In my house, that one wasn’t to be missed. The movies he played were secondary to his shenanigans, which kept us cracked up.
The sixties gave way to the 1970s and with that came the sitcoms that we all still remember today, like All In The Family, M*A*S*H and Happy Days. Those three shows themselves anchored television in the 1970s.
We can throw Sanford and Son, The Jeffersons and Three’s Company into the mix too.
When I think of music, I think of rock and roll, but it really encompasses all genres.
Along with the onset of television shows came the onset of rock and roll and that was really no small coincidence.
From that first rock and roll song in 1951 (Rocket 88), through Rock Around the Clock (1954) a few years later, the age of rock and roll ushered in a time in music that us Boomers can all be proud of and fondly remember.
The 1960s brought us the British Invasion and The Beatles were certainly at the forefront.
For a band that only really lasted on the world stage for about six years, The Beatles packed a ton of hits into that span.
No less than 18 number-ones dotted the 1960s over The Beatles’ time together and that is a record that will probably never be broken.
Other British acts that made their way onto the scene in the 1960s included The Kinks, Rolling
Stones, The Who and The Animals.
Herman’s Hermits should get an honourable mention here, as they had a run of feel-good hits at that time as well.
From the British Invasion, the sixties ushered in the Summer of Love and brought some great acts along with it, like the Mamas and The Papas, Janis Joplin and Jefferson Airplane. From there, we made it through to great North American acts like The Eagles, Steve Miller Band and Canada’s own The Guess Who — all of whom gave us Boomers some memorable music to live by.
If you were more of a hard-rocker, maybe Led Zeppelin and Queen were your thing.
Then came disco and it changed the music scene once again. The Bee Gees, who had been one of those British acts that soothed the world with songs like Massachusetts and I Started a Joke, were suddenly bringing high energy dance tunes like “Stayin’ Alive” and “You Should Be Dancing.”
What had the world come to?
Gloria Gaynor’s I Will Survive — often referred to as the top disco song in history — brought a new life to the disco scene and it remained for a few years long before giving way to the New Wave movement, which we won’t talk about in this Boomer edition.
So, there you have it — a few of my favourites from the days gone by in the world of entertainment. Sometimes it’s good to look back and reminisce about those days.
As Mary Hopkin sang in 1969, those were the days my friend, we thought they’d never end. And so it goes …
Dave McCormick has been collecting coins since he was a child. He had the foresight to know that someday maybe his coins would be worth more than their face value.
He says that people often overlook the coins and currency they may have lying in a drawer at home.
McCormick owns Legacy Auctions and Retail Antique store in Leamington with his wife Liz and the pair deal with currency and coins often in their work with estates and downsizing residents who want to sell off some of their belongings. Their consignment and retail store features a large coin and currency room, where Dave spends much of his time.
He and his fellow coin expert Ken Piper have a combined 100 years of coin collecting between them.
When asked about the most sought after pieces in currency, McCormick is quick to point out that he has several favourite pieces and listed a “Top Ten”.
but he also expects silver to take off again in the near future.
The Canadian Silver Maple 1 ounce coins are what he considers the standard in silver coin collecting. “They are perfect. Some others are not,” he says.
His advice for silver collectors?
“Lay all of your silver coins out on the table and wave a heavy magnet over them,” he says. “The silver will stay on the table. The junk will stick to the magnet.”
He says Canadian silver dollars were 80% silver from 1935 through the early parts of 1968, but after that are pretty much worth just face value.
McCormick says it’s important to shop around when getting your collection evaluated and has one important piece of advice.
“Never let them out of your sight,” he says. “Always stay with your coins.”
1. 1921 Canadian Nickel
2. 1925 Canadian Nickel
3. 1926 Canadian Nickel “Far”
4. 1921 Canadian 50¢ Piece
5. 1948 Canadian Silver Dollar
6. 1954 “Devil Face” Canadian Banknotes
7. 1947 ‘Maple’ & ‘Dot’ Silver $1, 25¢
8. 1937 3-legged Buffalo US Nickel
9. 1923 Dominion of Canada Bills
10. 1870-1923 25¢ Canadian Shinplasters
“I bet most people don’t know that Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Newfoundland had their own currency, as did many of the major banks,” says McCormick. “These are rare bills that not a lot of people have. They have value.”
His foray into precious metals also began long ago, but he says gold and silver have taken off over the past few months. He advises anyone with a gold collection to hang on to it because it will increase in value.
He tells a story of a man who came into the store a couple years back with his collection of gold. Dave appraised it at $14,000 and told the man that if he didn’t need the money, to hold onto that collection.
The man returned a few weeks ago and Dave valued his collection at $28,000. He still told him to hang on because he felt gold would increase in value some more yet.
As for silver, the market has slowed a bit in recent weeks,
Legacy buys coin collections and Dave says they pay top dollar.
As for paper money, Dave says that there are so many things to look for, like year, condition and any idiosyncrasies that certain denominations and years have on them.
For instance, the 1954 Canadian ‘Devil Face’ banknotes — the first with the newly coronated Queen Elizabeth II on them — are valued high because of the Queen’s hair revealing the face of the devil through an optical illusion. A year later, the bills were all replaced with a picture of the Queen without that illusion in her hair.
“It’s things like this that make things more valuable,” says McCormick.
He says coloured coins also bring a higher value, such as the poppy quarter, the pink ribbon for breast cancer and the RCMP coins.
If you’re looking to start a collection, he says not to put them in a box, but to come see him and get the proper sleeves and binders to begin your currency journey.
And he reminds us of a joke he tells the kids when they come in with their parents.
“I tell them that I’ll give them a 1973 $1 bill if they can tell me what breed of horse is on the 1973 RCMP quarter,” he laughs. “After a few guesses, I tell them, it’s simple: It’s a quarter horse!”
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The average price of a house was $42,000.
was the highest grossing movie.
The Montreal Canadiens won the Stanley Cup.
The average cost of a new car was $5,416.
Nadia Comăneci scored the first perfect 10 in Olympic history.
The average cost of a movie ticket was $2.13.
Darryl Sittler set the NHL record for most points scored in a single game with 10 points against the Boston Bruins.
“Tonight’s the Night (Gonna Be Alright)” by Rod Stewart was the top song in Canada.
Apple Computer Inc. was founded.
Top Baby names:
was the prime minister.
The canadian labour congress organized a one-day general strike, which became the largest labour protest in canadian history. A dozen eggs cost 85 cents.
The Timbit was born.
The VHS was introduced.
The top rated TV show was Happy Days.
