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The Power of GRATITUDE

Into The FogAlzheimers, My Father & Me

Fitness from Pole to Pole!

Nicole FlynnWins Canadian Gold

Nature’s Geniusby Dr. David Suzuki

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Contributors .......................................................................................................................pg 7

Message from the Editors ........................................................................................... pg 8

I’m Dreaming of a Green Christmas ........................................................................ pg 9By Kimberly Stinson

We Can Learn from Nature’s Genius ......................................................................pg 10By Dr. David Suzuki

Nutrition - The Mighty Mushroom...........................................................................pg 12

The 100 Mile Holiday - A Visit to From the Farm Cooking School ............pg 13With Cynthia Peters

Hometown Heart............................................................................................................pg 18

Blue Christmas - An Emotional Survival Guide to Get you Through The HolidaysBy Sandie Sidsworth. ...........................................................................................................pg 19

Into the Fog - A Story of Alzheimer’s, My Father and Me ...........................pg 20By Audra Kent

Andy Forgie - The Power of Music ........................................................................pg 24

Ask Dr Jen .......................................................................................................................pg 26By Dr. Jen Webster, MD

Gifts of time and love are surely the basic ingredients of a truly merry Christmas. - Peg Bracken

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Amy Doyle, Alicia Brunton, Jaye Yarrien, Martha Farrell, Alison Kemp, Andrea DiRocco Supryka, Kimberly Stinson,

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Feeling Frazzled, Fatigued or Forgetful? You May Be Low in B12 ...........pg 28By Dr. Natasha Turner, ND

HLNow Holiday Book Guide .....................................................................................pg 29

Fashion Focus: Bring on the Holiday Bling ........................................................pg 30By Martha Farrell

Beauty: A Homemade Christmas ............................................................................pg 31By Alicia Brunton

Retail Therapy - 100 Mile Holiday Edition ...........................................................pg 32

Ask Miki .............................................................................................................................pg 34

At Home Workout ........................................................................................................pg 35By Jenna Doornbos

Soul Sista - Good Vibes & Inspiration w/@soulsistaandy ............................pg 36

Rewire Your Brain and Open Your Heart with Gratitude ..............................pg 37By Lori Raudnask

Golden Nicole Flynn. ...................................................................................................pg 38

Al’s Adventures in Fitness ........................................................................................ pg 40By Alison Kemp

Nordic Pole Walking. ....................................................................................................pg 41By Jaye Yarrien

Events... to keep you moving! ..................................................................................pg 42

Dr. David Suzuki is a scientist, broadcaster, author, and co-founder of the David Suzuki Foundation. He is Companion to the Order of Canada and a recipient of UNESCO’s Kalinga Prize for science, the United Nations Environment Program medal, the 2009 Right Livelihood Award, and Global 500. Dr. Suzuki is Professor Emeritus at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver and holds 26 honorary degrees from universities around the world. He is familiar to television audiences as host of the long-running CBC television program The Nature of Things, and to radio audiences as the original host of CBC Radio’s Quirks and Quarks, as well as the acclaimed series It’s a Matter of Survival and From

Naked Ape to Superspecies. His written work includes more than 52 books, 19 of them for children. Dr. Suzuki lives with his wife, Dr. Tara Cullis, and family in Vancouver, B.C.

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CONTRIBUTORS

Dr. Natasha Turner, ND is Canada’s leading naturopathic doctors and natural health consultants. Author of the bestselling books, The Hormone Diet, The Supercharged Hormone Diet and The Carb Sensitivity Program, Dr. Turner is a regular contributor to many publications, including Chatelaine.com and Blisstree.com. Her work has been endorsed by New York Times Bestselling authors, Suzanne Somers, Dr. Christiane Northrup and Dr. William Davis. Visit www.drnatashaturner.com.

Audra Kent has been writing and taking pictures most of her life, but didn’t pursue her passions professionally until 2006 when she was o�ered a reporter’s job in a local weekly paper. In 2009, she returned to school to complete the photojournalism program at Loyalist College, graduating in 2011. She has been sharing stories of the amazing people and wonderful places throughout the Quinte Region with her children, Alicia and Brodie, ever since.

Sandie Sidsworth is the Executive Director of the Canadian Mental Health Association, Hastings and Prince Edward Branch, and currently sits on several boards at local, provincial and national level. Sandie is a community advocate regarding poverty and mental health. Sandie is married to Chris and has three daughters - Sarah, Rachel and Leah.

Rose Mary Rashotte is an artist who has been sharing her photography and painting for the past �ve years. Images of nature and its surroundings are her inspirations. It is her desire to share what her eye captures as a celebration of life with everyone! Visit www.RoCreations.ca to view more of Rose Mary’s art.

Jaye Yarrien is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist who is passionate about helping others to heal themselves. After su�ering for over 23 years with �bro-myalgia and rheumatoid arthritis, she knows and understands pain. Jaye also loves to cook, Nordic Pole Walk, swim, meditate and create new products that are good for the body.

Lori Raudnask is a successful entrepreneur who e�ectively trains and motivates individuals and businesses around the world to be the best they can be. She is the author of Persistence Pays – How getting what you want is easier than you think and host of Persistence Pays TV. With her warm, humorous, light-hearted approach, infectious smile and 25 years of professional sales experience, Lori connects with audiences immediately.

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Ah, the holiday season in all its splendour. Wouldn’t you just love to scoop up a sampling of December’s goodwill and Christmas cheer and store it in a big mason jar to pour out on a dreary day in February? The carols, the décor, the food, the gifts, the special times with family and friends… and did we mention the food?

In this issue’s cover story, we celebrate a 100 Mile Holiday at From the Farm Cooking School. Our host, Cynthia Peters, shares her passion for farm to table cooking and her delicious appetizer recipes featuring local ingredients. The 100 mile movement encourages people to purchase items grown or created close to home or from locally owned retailers. Our Retail Therapy column highlights fabulous local art, produce, products and services o�ered by independently owned businesses in our area.

We’ve also got DIY beauty gift ideas, fashion �nds and a book-buying guide featuring the latest health, wellness, �tness and eco titles. Something for everyone on your nice list!

We are honoured to share Audra Kent’s moving and personal account of her father’s descent into Alzheimer’s on page 20. Through her eyes we are reminded of the intricate mysteries of the brain and our memories. On page 24, we learn about music’s powerful e�ect on memory as experienced by Andy Forgie in his work as an entertainer.

The holidays are a great time to count our blessings and an attitude of gratitude

is said to ease pain and change lives. See for yourself on pages 36 and 37.

In �tness this issue, it’s all about arms as we travel from pole to pole! Our own Alison Kemp debunks myths about working out on a Fitness Pole and Jaye Yarrien intro-duces us to the bene�ts of Nordic Poling, a growing option for many outdoor enthu-siasts. To tone your upper body in the privacy of your own home, check out Jenna Doornbos’ At Home Work Out. Finally, meet golden girl Nicole Flynn: a charming little powerhouse who reminds us that ability is all around us (page 38).

Speaking of golden, Happy Holidays to you and yours, and from the bottom of our hearts, thank you for supporting Healthy Living Now!

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I love Christmas with all the trimmings! But there is something I cherish even more... a healthy environment. So I’m learning to look at Christmas in a whole new way and I encourage you to do the same. Let’s change the way we consume to make the holidays more sustainable. This year, go beyond reusable gift bags and LED lights and get green with these easy tips.

1. The Great Tree Debate – Pine vs Plastic? If you don’t already have an arti� cial tree, choose real instead. While arti� cial trees o� er the bene� ts of being a one time investment and reusable season after season, a real tree is renewable and biodegradable, neither of which apply to the basic materials of an arti� cial tree. Take green a little further and decorate a potted tree that you can plant in spring or donate to a local conservation authority or school. For decorations, check thrift shops and antique stores for vintage ornaments, repurpose your old Christmas cards and hang them with ribbon, or bring nature in with pine cones and seed pods.

2. Party Time -- When planning for guests, think eco: avoid disposable party ware and use washable cloth napkins. For larger groups, consider renting glassware or dishes – it’s surprisingly inexpensive and supports local business. Think local and shop your farmer’s market for fresh greens to make a homemade centerpiece and regional ingredients for your meal. Both save on the environmental costs of transportation. After your party, watch for opportunities like the Bring back, Get back special at Waupoos Winery. Take in any wine bottle and get one dollar o� of a bottle of Waupoos wine. No limit until December 25th.

3. How Local Can You Go! Buy locally made and shop locally whenever possible to reduce your carbon footprint. Consider reusing or up-cycling to breathe new life into an old object. You’ll � nd plenty of treasures at Kimberly’s Déjà vu Boutique in Belleville. She carries “consignments from the very best closets in town”. For more inspiration, check out the Retail Therapy section on page 32 for some beautiful local gift options.

4. Give a Natural Experience -- Children who develop a connection with nature are more likely to grow into adults who care about a sustainable future. For a unique and thoughtful gift, put together a winter picnic package with hot chocolate, a thermos, mittens or scarves and a toboggan, skates or a local hiking trail guide. Get out and enjoy a great Canadian winter day!

5. Eco Chic! For the fashion conscious, watch for Puma’s newly launched eco-friendly line of footwear or Levi’s “green” jeans made with recycled plastic. For a funky collection of litterless food and beverage containers, visit Otterbottle.ca – with each purchase, Otter-bottle makes a contribution to the David Suzuki Foundation. For more unique green gifts, visit www.treehugger.com/giftguide/

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I’ve always been more interested in organisms that can move on their own than in stationary plants. But when I canoe or hike along the edge of lakes or oceans and see trees that seem to be growing out of rock faces, I am blown away. How do they do it?

Think about a seed. Once it lands, it’s stuck. It can’t move to � nd better soil, moisture or sunlight. It’s able to create every part of itself to grow and reproduce with the help of air, water and sun. After it sprouts and sends out roots and leaves, other species want to eat it. It can’t run, hide or � ght back. It’s a wonder trees are able to survive at all, yet they can � ourish and live for hundreds of years. They’re evolutionary wonders that have developed a bag of chemical tricks to ward o� predators, infections, storms and � res, and ways to communicate and even share scarce resources. In Ecuador’s Yasuni National Park, I saw a tree that is reputed to “walk”!

We have much to learn by studying nature and taking the time to tease out its secrets. Biomimicry, a word coined by biologist and writer Janine Benyus, means to copy nature. It’s a science that asks “What does nature do?” instead of “What’s it for?” – the question usually posed by

human endeavour.Since life originated some 3.9-billion

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When I did my � rst television series in 1962, the medium was denigrated as the “boob tube”. We said it jokingly, but it re� ected an anxiety about the negative aspects of this new instrument. Over and over, we have become enamoured with the immediate bene� ts of technological innovation without recognizing delete-rious consequences.

When DDT and other pesticides were introduced, we knew nothing of biomag-ni� cation, that molecules could be concen-trated hundreds of thousands of times up the food web. And no one had a clue that the sun’s ultraviolet radiation would cleave chlorine free radicals from CFC molecules and ravage the ozone layer. Think of all the psychological and social e� ects, to say nothing of ecological impacts, we now see from the ubiquity of computers, cellphones and video games.

We need to look at the way we create and introduce technology. Perhaps it’s time to ask, “Why do we need this?” “Does it improve our lives in a signi� cant way?” And then we may ask, “What are the wider

repercussions of this invention throughout nature and over time?” If we asked, with greater humility, “How does nature solve problems?” we might � nd solutions that would avert or minimize negative conse-quences.

I’ve always been struck by the fact that when an animal poops, insects and fungi immediately jump on and start feasting. Nature doesn’t waste. If all the “waste” we create could become another organism’s food or the material for another useful process, we might even eliminate the word waste altogether.

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NUTRITION

Mushrooms are fabulous in so many ways. They come in countless varieties, colors, shapes, and sizes, some of the favourites being white button, shitake, portabella, oyster and enoki. ‘Shrooms are also full of proteins, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, antibiotic and antioxidants. In fact, one portabella mushroom has as much potassium as a banana and that makes it an excellent post work out snack!

It may surprise you to know that the Egyptians considered mushrooms a gift from the gods and thought eating them would make them immortal. Only the pharaohs were allowed to eat them. Ancient Romans believed that mushrooms gave them extraordinary strength in battle.

Fortunately, you don’t have to be a Pharaoh to favour the � avour of mushrooms. Whether you pick exotic varieties or the familiar buttons, you’ll get some bonus health bene� ts.

1. Mushrooms contain antioxidants and may help decrease your risk of cancer. Research has shown then to be particularly e� ective in combatting breast cancer and prostate cancer. Portabella mushrooms contain the highest amount of antioxidants, followed by white button mushrooms.

2. Containing vitamin B1 and B6, mushrooms are e� ective in improving heart health.

3. Mushrooms can also assist with weight loss. An excellent source of lean protein, they have no cholesterol or fat and are very low in carbohydrates. Mushrooms also help burn cholesterol as they are digested. Replace ground beef in pasta sauces with rich, � avourful mushrooms and you can cut calories in half! But don’t sabotage this fringe bene� t by preparing mushrooms with loads of butter. Instead, toss them into a nonstick pan that’s been lightly sprayed with oil, then sauté on low heat until they soften.

Easily added to soups, salads, pizza, or sandwiches, mushrooms are very versatile and can be marinated, sautéed, grilled or eaten raw. Try topping a baked potato with sautéed mushrooms for a great snack or for something a little fancier, check out the From the Farm Cooking School recipe for Mushrooms Stu� ed with Chevre and Caramelized Apples (page 17). Mouthwatering!

As you probably know not all ‘shrooms are equal and you are well advised to avoid the fungi you � nd in the forest and only purchase from a reliable source – some are highly poisonous and look strikingly similar to their edible counter-parts.

Mushrooms are fabulous in so many ways. They come in countless varieties, colors, shapes, and sizes, some of the favourites

eating them would make them immortal. Only the pharaohs were allowed to eat them. Ancient Romans believed that

Fortunately, you don’t have to be a Pharaoh to favour the � avour of mushrooms. Whether you pick exotic varieties or the familiar buttons,

Mushrooms contain antioxidants and may help decrease your risk of cancer. Research has shown then to be particularly e� ective in combatting breast cancer and prostate cancer. Portabella mushrooms contain the highest amount of antioxidants, followed

Containing vitamin B1 and B6, mushrooms are e� ective in

Mushrooms can also assist with weight loss. An excellent source of lean protein, they have no cholesterol or fat and are very low in carbohydrates. Mushrooms also help burn cholesterol as they are digested. Replace ground beef in pasta sauces with rich, � avourful mushrooms and you can cut calories in half! But don’t sabotage this fringe bene� t by preparing mushrooms with loads of butter. Instead, toss them into a nonstick pan that’s been lightly sprayed with oil, then sauté on low

Easily added to soups, salads, pizza, or sandwiches, mushrooms are very versatile and can be marinated, sautéed, grilled or eaten raw. Try topping a baked potato with sautéed mushrooms for a great snack or for something a little fancier,

recipe for Mushrooms Stu� ed with Chevre and Caramelized Apples (page 17). Mouthwatering!

As you probably know not all ‘shrooms are equal and you are well advised to avoid the fungi you � nd in the forest and only purchase from a reliable source – some are highly poisonous and look strikingly similar to their edible counter-

The Mighty Mushroom

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The

100 Mile HolidayA Visit to From the Farm Cooking School

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here is a sense of nostalgia that lives in the Christmas spirit, a desire to share traditions and to return to the

simple pleasures of delicious, wholesome food, � ne wine and good company.

During Healthy Living Now’s recent visit, From the Farm Cooking School embodied all of this holiday spirit and more. Owner Cynthia Peters is uniquely positioned to champion our 100 Mile Holiday story. An honours graduate of the Liaison College of Culinary Arts in Toronto, Cynthia was for many years, part owner of a renowned Toronto personal chef business,

The Spice Sisters. Cynthia is also a food writer and author of The Art of Herbs cookbook. Today, after relocating to a 40-acre Bloom-� eld property, Cynthia o� ers classes in her immaculately restored 1830s heritage home. Her guests/students are provided with an authentic local food experience, from farm to table. And as Chair of Taste the County, Cynthia has her � nger on the pulse of PEC’s exploding culinary culture.

PEC’s thriving food and wine industry re� ects our society’s growing desire to make local sourcing a priority in food

choices. People are drawn to the local-food movement for its many sensible bene� ts: less environmental impact than produce shipped halfway round the globe; improved wellness by restricting genetically modi� ed and processed foods, the satisfaction of supporting a sustainable local economy and most enjoyably, the delicious taste of fresh, seasonal ingredients.

At From the Farm, creating healthy meals with farm fresh foods is key to Cynthia’s cooking and teaching philosophy. A full day event might begin by gathering fresh ingredients from a variety of farms, cheese makers and vintners, stopping occasionally to sample wines, ciders or spirits, and returning to the kitchen to prepare and share a meal together at the harvest table. Cynthia’s recipes connect to the rich land around her and she uses County ingredients as much as possible in every dish.

Cynthia’s clients can cap o� their adventure by including a visit to the gorgeous Oeno Gallery and overnight accommodations at the Inn at Hu� Estates. Recently, Cynthia’s

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partnership with Hu� s has been hailed as a Signature Canadian Experience. The Canadian Tourism Commission awarded the partnership of Hu� Estates and From the Farm Cooking School with this unique and coveted distinction, making them the � rst attraction in Prince Edward County to receive this designation.

“Being recognized as a Signature Experience for our region is extremely rewarding for our tourism industry overall and a recognition which we look forward to promoting nationally and interna-tionally,” commented Jason Sharpe, GM of Hu� Estates and Cynthia Peters, Owner of From the Farm Cooking School.

With the last of the fall vegetables harvested, Cynthia will spend the winter planning her schedule of workshops and events for the next growing season. Gift Certi� cates for 2013 classes are available at the From the Farm website under the Store tab and would make an exceptional gift for the foodie in your life! For more information visit www.fromthefarm.ca.

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• 2 c of cooked white beans (or 14 oz can)

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herbs – parsley, chives, or basil

• ¼ tsp salt• ¼ tsp black pepper

For serving: 1 English cucumber, 2 dozen Cherry tomatoes

Rinse beans with cold water and place in a food processor along with garlic, lemon zest and juice. Blend till smooth. Gradually add olive oil through the funnel while mixing. Place in a bowl and add herbs, salt and pepper. Mix well and adjust seasonings to taste as needed. Cover and chill for one hour before serving to allow � avours to blend.

This dip can be served as is, along with crackers or crostini. For a more inter-esting presentation, try Ontario farm or greenhouse tomatoes and cucumbers.

Cucumber: Slice the cucumber in ½ inch slices and place on paper towel. With a melon scoop, place a small indent in the middle of each slice.

Tomato: Cut the tops o� and scoop out the seeds and pulp. Turn over and place on paper towel.

With a pastry bag or medium size new plastic bag, place the dip in one corner and pull tight and twist. If using a plastic bag, cut a small hole in the corner. Slowly push dip through the hole into the tomatoes and cucumber slices.

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To prepare � lling, lightly beat eggs in a bowl. Finely grate Monterey Jack and stir into eggs with feta, cottage cheese, parsley, basil, and pepper, until well combined.

Working with one sheet of phyllo at a time, lay phyllo out onto a � at clean surface. Keep the others covered with a damp tea towel while you are preparing each batch so the pastry won’t dry out.

Lightly brush the top 1 inch of the pasty with melted butter.

Cut each sheet lengthwise, into 5 strips using a sharp knife or pastry wheel.

Place about 1 tablespoon of the mixture at the bottom of each strip. Take the bottom left corner and fold it towards the right vertical edge to form a triangle shape. Continue to fold the pasty in this manner, until you have folded all the way to the top using the whole strip of phyllo. Apply a bit more butter to seal the edges and then brush both sides of the pastry with butter.

Place on a tray covered with wax paper. When all the bundles are completed, you can cover and refrigerate until ready to bake or freeze them on the tray and then place them in a zip lock bag in your freezer.

When ready to bake, preheat oven to 425F. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper and place prepared phyllo bites on baking sheet. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until lightly golden.

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HometownHeart Celebrating those who make a di� erence in our local and global communities!

Loss of hair is a traumatic experience for anyone struggling to cope with the challenges associated with cancer treatment. To a young girl, long � owing hair is a source of pleasure and pride. Yet many young ladies throughout our area are sel� essly donating their lovely locks to create wigs for cancer patients. Maya Kimbell, 12, Olivia Garrett, 10 and Grace McDonald, 10, not only donated three beautiful braids, they also gathered $960 from family and friends to give to the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. Thinking about what a wig could do to make someone’s life brighter during a tough time has made the experience worth the sacri� ce for these brave friends. Special thanks goes to all at Foxy Hair and Esthetics in Belleville for supporting the project.

The VIBE is a team of young adults aged 14-18 who promote positive, healthy change in the Hastings and Prince Edward County area. This encouraging initiative currently consists of � ve team members: Daniel Meeks (no mask), Andrew Whiteman, Fiza Javed, Alice Liddle and Courtney Ray, lead by the HPEC Health Unit’s Youth Engagement Coordinator, Jessica Elgie. Recently, the VIBE, decked out in attention grabbing Morph suits, hit the streets of Belleville and Quinte West in support of Freeze the Industry (FTI). FTI is a youth-led campaign, advocating for a ban on all new tobacco products and calling for changes to current products as well. New tobacco industry strategies and tactics are aggressively used to recruit a new generation of smokers and tobacco users. Not on our watch, say VIBE members! Know a potential VIBE candidate? Get more details at www.vibebtc.com.

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It takes a lot of green to make GOLD! Teachers Susan Robinson and Dean Phiefer and the St Joseph Catholic School Eco Club have lead their school to Certi� ed Eco GOLD. As part of the Ontario EcoSchools environmental education program, the entire school participates. The dedicated Club members lead the way by auditing recycle and garbage bins, hosting monthly assemblies, coaching litterless lunch instruction classes, and reducing energy consumption. Each week, the class with the worst track record gets awarded the pig of shame, Wasteful Wally... a fun reminder to step it up next week! The Club also collects non-recyclable plastics such as � ip � ops, Tassimo containers and beauty product packaging. These items, normally bound for land� lls, are sold for a penny a piece to www.terracycle.ca who upcycle the waste into park benches, chairs and even backpacks. Way to go, St Joe’s!

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The holiday season – � lled with images of happy families gathered together, celebrating by the � reside, Christmas trees adorned with homemade treasures that shine in the candle light from the groaning table of goodies for feasting. It is a month of excess in spending, food and expectations.

For many of us, that version of Christmas simply does not re� ect the reality of our daily lives. Instead, we are part of families that may be divided by con� icts, however trivial or deep rooted; we lack the resources to give the gifts of our dreams; or we are dealing with loss that isolates us in the midst of what is supposed to be a time of gaiety and joy.

How can we put the holiday in perspective? How do we survive and thrive within our means amidst the tinsel and glitter?

• Plan for and commit to some personal down time. Looking forward to some “You Time” can be the perfect “stay”cation your mind needs to weather the crowded malls and line ups at grocery stores. If you have a few days o� , pamper yourself with a good book, a rich bubble bath or a visit with an old friend.

• Have a “no cookie” exchange, as a good friend of mine does for all the amazing women in her life – a simple

but precious chance to get together and reconnect over a fuss-free menu of wine and cheese.

• Plan opportunities for healthy activities within the busy-ness of the season – a brisk walk at night to enjoy festive lights can clear away the cobwebs of too many eggnogs and re-energize you.

• Give yourself permission to do something fun. During the hectic build up to Christmas, many of us become so busy we forget to � nd time for laughter. I am talking about the “can’t catch your breath” laughter that leaves your sides sore, but your soul refreshed.

• Finally, feel good about the word “NO”, and use it when you need to as the best gift to yourself for a mentally healthy holiday season.

If the holiday blues become something more and you feel you need additional support for your mental health, you can contact your family doctor or a mental health agency in the community.

Sandie Sidsworth is the Executive Director of the Canadian Mental Health Association, Hastings & Prince Edward Branch. For more information, visit hastings-cmha.org or call 613-969-8874.

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My father is a gentle giant, a teddy bear. At one time he stood 6’ 3”; nowadays he stoops to a height just below my own 5’ 6.” But I will always look up to my dad, even though, sadly, my quiet, humble father is slowly slipping into the fog of Alzheimer’s.

Dad was diagnosed in September 2006 at the age of 80. My mother phoned me that same evening to break the news. I didn’t fully understand the impact of the diagnosis at the time; my reaction lacked understanding and as a result, emotion. My mother, who

adored my father (and was adored back), knew what that diagnosis meant. I didn’t… I do now.

It is not my intention to write my father’s biography but for people who care about (and care for) an individual with Alzheimer’s, it is essential to know something of that person’s history. Their behaviours today are often deeply rooted in their past.

And so I ask that you indulge me, please, while I tell you about my father, a truly amazing man…

Colin Moore was born (1925) and raised in England. As a boy, he joined the Air Training Corps, the equivalent of Canada’s Air Cadets. In his teens, he joined the Royal Air Force eventually qualifying as a � ight engineer on the Lancaster bomber. The Second World War ended around the same time he � nished his training, so the only real action he saw was during reconnais-sance � ights to document the damage in� icted on the countries of Western Europe.

After the war, Dad earned his private pilot’s license while working as an artist for Smith’s Advertising Agency in London. In 1958, he organized a car rally for the sta� of the agency; my mum’s older sister worked for the agency and invited her sister to attend. Despite the 13-year di� erence in their ages, Patricia Rose Dalwood and Colin were smitten from the start. Their � rst o� cial date was on the roof of Heathrow Airport watching aircraft take o� and land.

In 1960, Dad immigrated to Canada, following the lead of his cousin who had met and married a Canadian girl during the war. When Dad landed a job

From top: Colin Moore in his Royal Air Force uniform, England, 1947.Audra and Colin on his 86th birthday, November 11, 2011.Photos submitted

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with an advertising agency in Toronto, Mum joined him and they were soon married. That same year, Dad established 707 Etobicoke Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron. (He was the � rst commanding o� cer and held the position until 1971 when our family moved to Oakville.)

Although air cadets had existed in Canada for many years, no formal � ying curriculum existed in Ontario. In the late 60’s, together with a group of fellow � ying enthusiasts, Dad helped to establish a � ying program for air cadets, now known as Central Region Gliding School. CRGS is the Ontario arm of the air cadet gliding program for the Air Cadet League of Canada and is based out of CFD Mounta-inview in Prince Edward County. You may have noticed the graceful yellow and blue gliders soaring after their tow planes in the skies above PEC.

Clearly, � ying and the air cadet program have played a signi� cant role throughout Dad’s life… Fast forward, now, to present day.

Since Dad’s diagnosis, he has accepted Alzheimer’s as a part of his aging process. He is stoic and matter-of-fact about it, and continues to live his life with a great sense of humour. “Growing old isn’t great,” he says, “but the alternative isn’t much better.”

Initially, Dad’s decline was gradual, but in the words of Sandra Scott, the admin-istrator at the retirement home where he lives, Dad is now “declining rapidly.”

He knows something is wrong but he’s not really sure what. He doesn’t know why something bothers him, it just does.

He repeats himself often. He doesn’t like to be told what he can’t do, or what he should do. He asks after late relatives – his mum, his cousin and most often, his late wife - my mother.

On the night in 2008 that Mum took her last breath, after a week and a half of the worst kind of emotional roller coaster, all of her children surrounded her in the hospital bed and cried for her loss. Dad was with us, but he couldn’t bring himself to stay in the ward room where she lay dying. He sat weeping in a wheel-chair in the hall. I think he felt guilty, as though her passing was somehow his fault; he said it shouldn’t be her, that it should be him. But after she died, Dad came into the room, stood over her bed and wept. He kissed her forehead, held her hand, told her that he loved her and said goodbye. He called her “My Darling” as he so often did in life.

In the early days, Dad asked after Mum occasionally but we didn’t speak of her often – sel� shly, I sidestep the subject because of the emotional explosion that takes place in my heart. But in the past few months, he asked after her more frequently. He calls to ask where Mum is – “It’s just I haven’t seen her in a while and I’m wondering where she is,” or “Did Mum mention anything about travelling somewhere because I haven’t seen her in a few days.”

I recently took him to visit family in Toronto and after waking from a nap on the way home, he said, “I wonder what Mum was up to today.” What do you say in response to that? I tell him Mum

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is gone, that she died four years ago. It is amazing how one word, one simple word – “Oh” – spoken in just the right way, can be � lled with so much heart-break, emotion and pain.

I can’t say enough about the Belleville chapter of the Alzheimer’s Society. They have been a tremendous resource for me, and for that I am truly grateful.

A year after Mum died, after careful research, we helped Dad choose a retirement facility. As a family, my two brothers, my sister and I hoped he would � nd fellow-veterans to bond with in his new home. Though the facility seems to be � lled with veterans, dad hasn’t established any new friendships in the three years he has lived there. He used to participate in the many events they organize, but his interests have slowly waned. The sta� there feel any changes in his normal routine can upset him and set him back for days. So now his routine includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Dad used to enjoy the challenge of puzzles, but one day the puzzles proved too di� cult, so he stopped.

When Dad worked in Toronto, his job was to pitch his creative work – his drawings and paintings – to clients. When he retired, he attended art classes at Loyalist College and then joined a local senior’s art group, but physical challenges with his walker limited his attendance, so he stopped painting.

Music has always played a very important part in dad’s life; his record collection was diverse and extensive. When we were children, dad would take each of us in turn to attend Toronto Symphony Orchestra concerts at Roy Thompson Hall. Those performances instilled a lasting love of classical music in me and I now enjoy the role of company photographer for Quinte Symphony. Dad has accompanied me to every concert since 2009 - he absolutely loves them. “The Last Night of the Proms” is one of his favourites - he used to attend those concerts at Royal Albert Hall in London. We both cry listening to the very

British “Rule Britannia” or “Pomp and Circum-stance.” I cry because he cries – I know he is remembering England, his parents and his beloved wife. He’ll say things like, “This was one of Mum’s favourites.”

Knowing his love of music, Mum purchased a stereo for Dad years ago but unfortunately, it recently stopped working. I replaced the broken stereo with a record player but the new device is unfamiliar to him. He no longer listens to his precious music.

Dad would watch music concert videos instead. One of his favourites is Andre Rieu, the Dutch violinist and conductor. He would watch Rieu concerts continuously and repeatedly, day after day. Unfortunately, his old VHS/DVD player stopped working. I replaced it with a new DVD player but he did something to that machine that confounds me and none of us have been able to � x it. I removed it from his room because he would forget that it wasn’t working and then call me in frustration, asking for help. He no longer watches music videos.

Earlier this year, when TV went digital, Dad had to deal with a new way of watching television. Channel 24 is the cable company’s program guide, but dad doesn’t understand that it’s only a guide. Watching that channel, he gets frustrated because it never really changes, and then turns the TV o� . He no longer watches TV.

So, when I say his routine consists of breakfast, lunch and dinner, I really do mean it. Slowly, today’s advancing technology has worked in tandem with the progressive deterioration of his brain functions to eliminate any source of entertainment from his life. (Although he does enjoy reading the many magazines about Canada, England and � ying he receives from family and friends.)

Even using the phone has become a challenge. He remembers my number and how to dial it, but he no longer calls my siblings (although my siblings do call him), despite the fact that I have written all of their numbers down by his phone.

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Recently he started calling me at all hours. He called at 4:00 a.m. one night in September to tell me freezing rain was in the forecast and that it wouldn’t be good for travelling. On another night, he called at 1:00 a.m. to ask if I was watching the thunderstorm (I was, actually). He has called a couple of times in the wee hours of the morning and confused me completely with conversations that make no sense at all. I try to encourage him to go back to bed, but when he realizes he has woken me, he becomes embarrassed and feels badly.

So, to provide him with some sort of entertainment, I try to see dad at least once a week. Those visits often include a trip to the drive-thru at Tim Horton’s or Dairy Queen and an hour or so seated at the end of the runway on RCAF Road by CFB Trenton, where we’ll sit and watch aircraft come and go. When we were kids, Dad often shared this pastime with us. He would park outside the perimeter of Toronto International Airport and watch the planes in the skies above, just like he and Mum did on their � rst date at Heathrow.

One day, the A-330 Airbus was doing ‘touch and goes.’ Landing from the west, dad and I were seated right underneath the aircraft as it landed. I noticed Dad was crying when he took out his hanky to wipe away

his tears and blow his nose. Why, I asked him, was he crying. “I wish it was me,” was his response.

And it isn’t just the sight of the planes - the sound is just as important. Even on the coldest of days, he insists on opening the car window to hear the plane. “I love to hear that sound. To me it’s better than music,” he says. “It is music to my ears.”

These sights and sounds are his history. They give him solace and in the confusion and upheaval that is Alzheimer’s, they root him to who he really is.

Dad’s decline continues but there isn’t a thing we can do about it. It can be very hard to watch, especially for my siblings who, because they live elsewhere, are not able to see him as often as they would like. For the most part he still knows all of us; sometimes it takes some explaining, but we all under-stand why.

It’s the sadness, confusion and loneliness that are most di� cult for me to witness. Sometimes I feel that if he could slip into the fog of Alzheimer’s overnight, it would be so much easier for him. I believe that in that place, he would be happily lost in his past, � ying airplanes, teaching air cadets, painting pictures and listening to music. And he’d be doing it all with my beautiful mother by his side, as he always did …before the fog.

Above: One of Colin’s many paintings: Peggy’s Cove, NS.Right: Audra’s mother, Patricia Rose Dalwood, and father, Colin Moore, on their wedding day, July 9, 1960. Photos submitted

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Thanks from the Author: Audra Kent would like to acknowledge the support she has received from the local chapter of the Alzheimer’s Society. In addition to hosting information workshops for Alzheimer’s patients and their caregivers, they also provide invaluable ongoing support throughout the challenging journey.

One of the most frequently asked questions is: why do people with Alzheimer’s remember their distant past so vividly, and yet struggle to remember something they did just moments before. Alzheimer’s Education & Support Coordinator Kristel Nicholas explains: “I compare Alzheimer’s disease to a knitted scarf. If the scarf were to unravel, it would unravel from the most recently completed stitches. The memory is the same; if something were to have happened recently, the individual with the disease would be less likely to remember that than something that happened to them in their childhood.”

Essentially, the most recently laid memories are the � rst ones to go. This simple explanation is of great comfort to Audra and helps her better understand her father’s needs with patience and care.

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Andy’s music always brings joy to his friend Beryl, who

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Andy ForgieThe Power of Music

Have you ever been moved by a tender melody, transported to the past by a nostalgic pop song or uplifted by O Canada as an Olympian takes the podium? Music is powerful.

A familiar song can open doors to the place in the brain where memories hide; it can conjure up a forgotten time and place with all its emotions, both painful and pleasant. Simple notes and chords have the ability to stir our emotions, elevate our mood and provide a sense of purpose.

In the last few decades, studies have found that music can be a successful intervention in many areas of patient care, particularly in cases of cognitive disabilities. Music provides a way to connect even when verbal communication has become di� cult.

For the past � fteen years, Andy Forgie has been a regular musical visitor at a number of nursing homes in the region. Using his sincere compassion and his engaging talents as a musician, Andy assists residents with cognitive impairments. “I began performing as part of the social entertainment schedule but it became apparent that I could achieve something special by addressing the residents as individuals.” Andy believes that his simple, unampli� ed approach creates a certain intimacy. Because he does not use a microphone, he and his guitar are portable and he is able reach out directly even to those with special needs who are unable to join a group setting.

There is no doubt that Andy’s visits ful� ll a therapeutic need. He plays and sings a catalogue that ranges from traditional folk songs to timeless standards to Broadway show tunes. The individual responses to his visits range from changes in facial expression, increased eye contact and foot tapping, to tearful emotion, singing along and even dancing. Some who rarely speak remember and sing lyrics perfectly in sweet lilting voices. Some are moved to get up and dance. The emotional e� ect is undeniable.

He tells stories and jokes with them and his listeners laugh and

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• Using an iPod or CD player, play the music of their youth. If possible let them choose the music. Watch for reactions of body, mind and spirit.

• Avoid sensory overload; eliminate competing noises by shutting windows and doors and by turning o� the television.

• Make sure the volume is not too loud and avoid sources with commercial interruption, which can confuse.

• Use music to in� uence mood. A tranquil piece of music can help create a calm environment, while upbeat tempo can boost the spirit.

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smile along with him. Andy is often unsure of whether they laugh because they get his jokes or because laughter is contagious, but it matters little as long as he has brought some bit of joy to their day.

Over the years, Andy has come to expect outbursts and very honest reactions. On one occasion, Andy was singing a gentle rendition of a wartime classic when he was informed with some indignation that the song was actually to be played as a march. Andy loves all kinds of response to his music and is always happy to concede to the residents’ better knowledge.

Perhaps the strongest reactions have come from the spouse or grown up children of residents with cognitive impairment. An individual who is largely unresponsive can be moved to recall memories or break out in song when touched by the power of music. For a moment, however brief, one can catch a glimpse of the former personality – what a priceless gift. Families are proud to tell Andy the history of the residents, “He was a captain of industry in his day,” or “What a � ne, respected principal she once was.” This connection allows the residents to maintain some of the dignity and respect that is so important to their self worth.

In some cases, Andy’s relationship with residents and their families extends to a deeper level. He has been asked to provide comfort through music at the bedside of loved ones in their � nal hours and he has been honoured to celebrate their memory at memorial services.

As Promotions Manager for the Empire Theatre in Belleville and a member of the renowned band All You Need Is Love, Andy Forgie wears a lot of hats with great success but he admits that his most rewarding and important work is done at the nursing homes he visits. The e� ects of cognitive impairment can be devastating and far-reaching. Andy’s music rejuve-nates, encourages and improves quality of life.

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I am a healthy forty-year old woman with a career and busy, happy family life. With all that goes on, I am beginning to struggle with forgetfulness, from leaving my purse behind to briefl y forgetting the word for simple everyday things… very frustrating! How can I improve my short-term memory?

We are all leading extremely busy lives these days, complicated by more demands and responsibilities than ever before. Add to that all of our electronic distractions like emails and texts, and it is easy to understand why the computers in our heads are having such a hard time with processing!

Short-term memory is like the “RAM” in a computer. We use it to remember phone numbers, quick tasks (like what you were going into the room to get??), or people’s names when we get introduced for the � rst time. However, unless we make a special

e� ort to encode this information into our long-term memories (like saving a � le on a computer),

our brains often choose to forget, and focus on the next important thing. We inten-tionally try to encode infor-mation when it’s important,

for instance, like memorizing infor-mation for a test or repeating a series of steps to complete a new task.

When young, healthy people complain of poor memories, they are often convinced that they are developing Alzheimer’s disease, which is one of many causes of dementia. Most people who are diagnosed with a memory problem from aging are in their 60’s, although dementia can be diagnosed in younger people. Trouble � nding words occasionally and misplacing objects for a short time can happen to anyone. Someone who is developing dementia may forget simple words, forget their address, not know what month it is, or “put away” things in inappropriate places (for instance, placing a necklace into the fridge). The memory issues in dementia pose problems to a person’s functioning, often making them unable to remember how to prepare a meal, pay their bills, or attend to their self-care needs. It sounds like your memory troubles are mild and do not interfere with your day-to-day

functioning.There are many ways you can improve

your memory, and take care of your brain! The problems you are having may be related to being busy and distracted. Take a look at your schedule and see if there is anything that can be let go of for more downtime. Maintaining a healthy diet rich in colourful fruits, vegetables, protein, and good fats from fatty � sh, olive oil, nuts, and avocadoes can help keep a healthy brain. If you don’t already drink water during the day, consider starting as dehydration can cause di� culty with cognition. Physical activity is also wonderful for your brain (if you’ve ever taken a stretch break, or a power-walk when you are stressed, you will already know this bene� t!). Do your best to clock 7-8 hours of sleep a night – as you probably know, your memory after some troubled nights is often terrible! Naturally, consider using alcohol in moderation, and be smoke-free.

Keeping socially active and maintaining friendships is also surprising helpful. Challenge your brain with a new hobby, activity, or book. You may have seen brain activities or challenges on-line, which are basically games and puzzles created to make you think. I would never discourage you from these if you have time, just be mindful that they do not have as great an impact on your memory as living a healthy lifestyle does!

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My dad has lived alone since my mom died 6 years ago. At fi rst he was fi ne, but now we are having to pay the bills (he forgets), get his groceries for him, remind him to bathe, and I’m starting to think he’d forget most things if I wasn’t there to bother him. He doesn’t want to leave the house, and he certainly doesn’t want to move in with my family. I love him dearly but I don’t have enough hours in a day to check on him constantly! What do I do?

I’m sure you’ve heard of the term “Sandwich Generation”; many people are managing not only their own families and children, but the care of their parents and elderly relatives as well. Providing care to elderly parents is a challenging job, but you are not alone.

Has your dad been diagnosed with dementia? Discuss booking a visit with his health care practitioner to have an assessment of his memory done. If he is reluctant, perhaps he could consider a visit for a check-up, and you could make a private call to his providers’ receptionist to let the o� ce know of your concerns about his memory and safety. Some care providers may o� er simple memory testing as part of a routine check for the elderly, and you can ask your dad’s to do this. Knowing if your dad does have dementia is important, as the two of you can discuss

treatment options, and access resources to help at home.

There are many community services available to help support seniors in their homes. One of the best places to turn to is the Community Care Access Centre (CCAC). This team of nurses and allied health care profes-sionals can provide personal support, respite relief for you, homemaking, and many other services. Your dad’s health care provider can make a referral to the CCAC, or you can do it on your own! There is often a charge for some of the services, but this may be a good option for your family. The Alzheimer’s Society is also a wonderful resource for information, support, and tips for helping your dad with day-to-day tasks. The Community Care for South Hastings operates a Meals on Wheels program for people over 60 years old, in addition to a friendly visiting program. Reach out to other family members and friends; most would be happy to help if you suggest a speci� c task to do, such as taking your dad for lunch or shoveling his walkway. If your dad belongs to a church or a service group, the people he serves with are also a great resource to ask for help.

A very important task for you and your dad would be to ensure that he has desig-nated you as his Substitute Decision Maker, or Power of Attorney, in a living will or Advanced Directive. Any lawyer can help you with this, and you can be o� cially designated to take care of your dad’s � nancial a� airs, and/or help him make di� cult medical decisions.

I’m not surprised that your dad refuses

to leave his home, or move in with you; he is probably concerned about giving up his independence and being a burden to you. Many of the patients I see at this age are concerned that once they are no longer able to live in their own homes, they are bound for a nursing home. This is simply not the case. There are senior’s apartment complexes in the Quinte area, as well as a selection of retirement homes. Retirement homes are a nice option for some families as they can provide meals, housekeeping, optional nursing care, social activities, and complete freedom to come and go as you please (much like living in an apartment). Most retirement homes in the area also o� er respite care stays; if you were to go on vacation and would worry about your Dad being alone, it would be a safe place for him to be cared for temporarily.

I know you are in a very di� cult position, and I would not want to see you overwhelmed and burned-out from the challenge of keeping your Dad safe. Reach out to his health care provider and the CCAC (www.310CCAC.ca, or 310-CCAC) to get the support you need to help him live at home as long as safely possible.

*Disclaimer: This information is not intended to be taken as medical advice. Please see your own practitioner to obtain advice speci� c to you.

Dr. Jennifer Webster, MD is a family practitioner in Belleville, ON and a professor in the Queen’s Family Medicine program. Dr. Webster lives a healthy, active lifestyle together with her husband Robert and her two children.

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Feeling Frazzled, Fatigued or Forgetful? You May be Low in B12 BY DR. NATASHA TURNER, ND

Fatigue is one of the main complaints that I hear from new patients at my clinic. The reasons behind fatigue can range from insomnia and excessive stress to food allergies or a hormonal imbalance, but more often than not, I � nd that low levels of vitamin B12 are partially to blame. Vitamin B12 is water soluble, which means that the body is unable to store it in large amounts — this makes it especially important to get it in regular doses, either in your diet or through supplements. The symptoms of a de� ciency in vitamin B12 include muscle weakness, low blood pressure, vision problems, memory issues, macrocyctic (which means too few red blood cells that are too big) anemia, fatigue, and mood disturbances. Here are three key tips to make sure you hit your B12 require-ments and avoid de� ciencies.

Get your B12 levels checked: Vitamin B12 a� ects brain function by lowering homocys-teine, an amino acid that can have negative health e� ects when its levels are too high — elevated homocysteine is a risk factor for heart disease, osteoporosis, Alzheimer’s disease, stroke, and increased risk of birth defects. For this reason, I recommend requesting that your B12 levels are checked when you next see your doctor, especially if you’re older than 30. Folic acid/folate and vitamin B6 are also related to keeping your homocysteine levels in check — the optimal value for your fasting homocysteine blood test is less than 6.3.

Look inside your medicine cabinet: Prescription and over-the-counter medica-tions can help us treat a particular disease or condition, but they sometimes come with a nutritional cost by increasing our need for

certain vitamins and minerals. For example, the birth-control pill causes a decrease in B12, along with zinc, folic acid/folate, B6, and vitamin C, while metformin, which is used to treat diabetes, might reduce the absorption of vitamin B12. These and some other medica-tions can interfere with the absorption of vitamin B12 from food by slowing the release of hydrochloric acid into the stomach. If you have inadequate B12 levels to begin with, or take these medications for a lengthy period of time, you may be more susceptible to a vitamin B12 de� ciency.

Add B12 to your supplement arsenal: Not all vitamin B12 supplements are created equal. A compromised digestive system can a� ect your absorption of certain vitamins and minerals, so I prefer to boost a patient’s vitamin B12 levels through lozenges or vitamin B12 injections — both of these methods allow nutrients to bypass digestion and enter directly into the bloodstream.

When selecting a lozenge, look for hydroxocobalamin on the back of the label. When

opting for injectible B12, you should request methylcobalamin — it’s the form found in food, which makes it easier for your body to absorb. I suggest taking 2,000mcg to 4,000mcg daily, either with or without food. The recommended daily intake of B12 from food is 2.4mcg for adult women, 2.6mcg for pregnant women, and 2.8mcg for lactating women — but absorption of B12 from food is much stronger than from supplements.

I also highly recommend doing the HCL challenge (available in the book extras section of www.drnatashaturner.com), which is designed to restore the acidity levels of your stomach — low stomach acid can a� ect your ability to absorb many vitamins and minerals, including B12, from your food.

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Andy Williams said it best in the 1963 classic and I couldn’t agree more. There are so many opportunities to celebrate during the holiday season, from the o� ce Christmas lunch to the neighbour’s cocktail party to the glamourous New Year’s Eve bash. For all of the above, you can’t go wrong

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Brrr! The cold, dry weather is fast approaching and it’s time to give your skin a little extra TLC! Along with the snow, winter also brings us the holiday season and there isn’t a better time to share an amazing body scrub recipe.

ORANGE CINNAMONSUGAR SCRUB• 2 cups Granulated Sugar• 2 tbsp Ground Cinnamon• 3 tbsp Ground Co� ee Beans

(any � avour is great – my personal favourite is Hazelnut!)

• 1 Mason Jar• Large Navel Orange, sliced in half

Mix the dry ingredients together in a bowl. Then once ingredients are blended well, put the mixture into the Mason jar and seal the lid tight. To apply, instead of using your hand to exfoliate, you use an orange cut in half. Use circular movements towards the heart and spread the sugar scrub all over the body.

Why it works: The orange acts as a natural way to put the vitamin C back into the skin’s dermal layers that often lack moisture as the seasons change. Cinnamon is a great antioxidant and helps activate blood � ow throughout the body, improving circulation. Co� ee grounds also have antioxidant bene� ts and they help tackle stubborn skin issues like in� ammation and redness. Lastly, the sugar, once activated by water, acts as a great moisturizing agent and helps to exfoliate the skin, leaving it soft to the touch.

If you are keen on natural beauty products, this homemade concoction is the perfect eco friendly gift. Package your jar of scrub with some colourful navel oranges in a reusable basket and decorate with cedar sprigs, ribbons and a copy of the recipe with instructions.

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all over the body.

The orange acts as a natural way to put the vitamin C back

water, acts as a great moisturizing agent and helps to exfoliate the skin, leaving it

If you are keen on natural beauty products,

all over the body.

The orange acts as a natural way to put the vitamin C back

water, acts as a great moisturizing agent and helps to exfoliate the skin, leaving it

If you are keen on natural beauty products,

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LOCAL ART – A quick visit to your local Arts Council will help you � nd a style, a medium and the accompanying artist to suit your tastes! Three highlights from the region that caught our eye include;

In Belleville, Jesus Estevez owns and operates Thomas Estevez Design with his wife Erin in Downtown Belleville. His � ne art has been often shown in Toronto, Ottawa and Spain. His stunning landscapes and local city scenes will make fabulous gifts this holiday season – available in framed prints, posters and cards – chances are great you’ll want one for yourself too! AND don’t miss their gorgeous hand crafted sterling silver and natural stone jewellery. Artistic types can sign up for art classes as well. Full details at www.jesusestevezprintsandcards.blogspot.ca or � nd them on Facebook!

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Dear Miki

Q   I � nally got tired of my

life the way it was, a bad marriage, a rough job and lots of family squabbles with my ex in laws. I put my foot down and found a new

job, left the marriage and learned to tune the in laws out of my life and started to like my life again. I’ve been exclusively dating this man for almost two years now and we both have experienced very rough and challenging divorces, and we really do love and provide support to each other. Recently there was a conversation about us moving in together, but I’m not sure yet. There are some legal things from his side that he has to put in place, I mean like � nishing his divorce (he’s still just legally separated). Do you think that this would be a positive life change for both of us or we should continue to wait? Do you see us being settled and happy?Signed, F

A   You have embraced your changes a little earlier than your new partner

but he is trying to do the same only he is moving a little bit slower. You have been fortunate enough to � nd each other and continue a happy relationship, despite personal struggles and divorces on both sides. I don’t really see that prolonging moving in together, and delaying the progress of your relationship is going to make a great deal of di� erence for you, because the two of you are a great team

and moving in would just make things easier for both of you. Why waste any more days struggling in two di� erent locations, when you can be making positive changes that will help with building towards the future. I do see you � nding the contentment you are seeking, and really don’t sense that a divorce that has yet to be � nalised should be allowed to be stand in the way. The both of you have made a lot of changes that have improved your lives the past two years and this is just one more that you will be glad you made. Life is too short to wait and procrastinate, so I would start making plans to start over fresh and get this show on the road.

Daily Affi rmationProcrastination can cause us to miss out on great opportunities so make your change and live life to the fullest.

Miki has been writing the “Ask Miki” column, a regular daily feature in 24 Hours Newspapers across the country, syndicated by Toronto Sun Media since November of 2003.

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Begin in push-up postion (knees or toes). Complete a full push-up at the top, hold arms straight and tap left hand to right shoulder maintaining.

Begin in a plank position from your elbows (either on knees or toes). Plant right arm straight up under shoulder, repeat left arm. Lower right arm back to elbow. Repeat left side. 10-12 reps

SIX MOVES TO STRONG, SEXY ARMS

at home WORKOUTBY JENNA DOORNBOS

Begin in push-up postion (knees or toes). Complete a full push-up at the top, hold arms straight and tap left hand to right shoulder maintaining.

BODY WEIGHT PUSH UP WITH SHOULDER TAP

Place hands on object � ngers facing your body. Knees bent will be easiest - straight legs more challenging. Bend from your elbows until arms are at 90 degrees & press back up. To make this exercise more challenging, lift one leg o� ground. 10-12 reps.

Get into a push up postion (knees or toes), hold dumbbell in one hand. Maintain push up position and row the dumbbell (elbow up) 10-12 reps. Repeat other side.

PUSH UP HOLD WITHDUMBBELL ROWS

Begin in a plank position from your elbows (either on knees or toes). Plant right arm straight up under shoulder, repeat left arm. Lower right arm back to elbow. Repeat left side. 10-12 reps

PLANK UPS

BICEP 21’S

Place hands on object � ngers facing your body. Knees bent will be easiest - straight legs more challenging. Bend from your elbows until arms are at 90 degrees & press back up. To make this

TRICEP DIPS

Half curlsfrom bottom up to 90 degrees. Complete 7 repetitions. Then begin at 90 degrees and curl right up to top - complete 7 repetitions. Lastly complete 7 full bicep curls for your set of 21!

Jenna is the owner of Nutrition House in the Quinte Mall, a Certi� ed Personal Trainer & Group Fitness Instructor, Registered Holistic Nutritionist and Holistic Cooking Instructor, and a regular competitor in the disciplined world of Physique Competitions. In addition, Jenna o� ers regular boot camp classes available for sign up at Nutrition House at Quinte Mall.

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Stand legship widthapart. Raisearms at sides up to shoulder level. Hold arms here. Twist torso to the right and then back center and lower arms. Repeat.10-12 repetitions.

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exercise more challenging, lift one leg o� ground. 10-12 reps.

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apart. Raisearms at sides arms at sides up to shoulder level. Hold arms here. Twist torso to the right and then back center and lower arms.

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smile ~marcia~44

4 all of the wonders I’ve been given, from the sunrise each morning 2 the little boys that call me mom ~janine~29

Find your sunshine, my Soul Sistas... cause it’s always behind the clouds. ~andrea~42

Inspired by Oprah, I began keeping a gratitude journal over 10 years ago. At that time in my life, my 5 points of gratitude were easy ~ my 4 kids and a good night sleep and I was a grateful gurl! As life goes on, game changers happen and it can be challenging to

� nd gratitude in your everyday.

Perhaps my friend Elizabeth said it best. “Practicing gratitude daily has freed me from the need to compare, compete or judge others. It allows me the courage

to be imperfect and see myself as enough just the way I am.”

Attitude affects your altitude in life ~ It’s up to each of us ~solely~ to achieve our own joy. Joy~peace~ease - they don’t come from an outside source but from our inner

being, fueled by gratitude. Be thankful for gifts wrapped in sandpaper ~those precious lessons that come from hard times. Their bene� ts are there but we sometimes need to

alter our perspective to bring them into focus.

As my dad often reminds me, to form a habit, you begin by repeating an action for 15 days in a row. Here is my CHALLENGE to you ~ take time to practice the Daily Gratitude

Process (page 37) every day for 15 days and see how your LIFE SHIFTS TOWARD AWARENESS AND ENLIGHTENMENT.

BY ANDREA DIROCCO SUPRYKA

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Gratitude is so powerful, it can change your life. It should be part of our everyday natural behaviour but sometimes we forget to be grateful, especially when times are tough or we are just plain busy with life.

I start every day with “The Gratitude Process” and I want to share my experience with you. If you follow this process daily, you will see remarkable results.My Story

In 1992 while on a � ight, I su� ered a severe neck injury when the overhead compartment in the plane opened and a large metal object fell out onto my head. That injury was followed by � ve years of therapy. I learned gratitude while receiving treatment in a pain clinic. This was the mental strategy I was given to help cope: the more you are thankful, the less you will be in pain.It started by walking around the hospital and being thankful for things I saw: plants, sunshine,

trees, etc. I was taught that even when the day seems dark, if I identify things to be grateful for, the day will brighten.

I was running a very successful business at the time of my accident

and the injury was setting me back. I was determined

to keep going strong. Thanks to gratitude and a supportive doctor who worked with me through the recovery time, I was

able to keep my business growing by leaps and

bounds during this period. Several years ago, Alan

Walter, author of 21st Century Leadership, taught me this simple but

powerful daily process. I now ask myself � ve questions before my feet hit the � oor in the morning. As a result, I am in a positive state of mind before I leave my bed. Then when I go to bed each night, I ask myself three questions and fall asleep in a positive state of mind. This small activity is worth sharing and I promise you that if you do it daily, you will see a shift for the better in all that you do.

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The key to this Gratitude Process is to do it consistently, keep a journal to chronicle your process and observe the positive change in your daily routine.

In the morning

1. What is my daily goal?2. What am I willing to give to others

today?3. What 10 things do I value that I

am grateful for now?4. What do I value that another does

for me that I am grateful for right now?

5. What am I happy about right now?

At end of day

6. How well did I do on accom-plishing my goal for today?

7. What have I done well, increased in value or got better at today?

8. If I wanted to be happier - what would I be happy about?

Repeat steps 1 to 8 daily.

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GOLDENNicole FlynnGOLDENNicole GOLDENNicole GOLDEN

Every once in a while, you meet someone who challenges the way you see the world and inspires you to think di� erently about yourself and others. Nineteen year-old Nicole Flynn is one of those people. She is like a sparkler -- you can’t help but be drawn in, feel energized and bask a little in her sizzling glow.

Nicole is:

• An elite athlete• A Photographer• A Motivational Speaker• A Music, Art & Animal Lover• And most recently, a World Champion...

...Oh, and she also has Down syndrome.

As part of the Canadian national Down syndrome swim team, Nicole owns the distinction of being the only Canadian athlete to compete in both synchronized and speed swimming events at the 2012 World Championships in Italy in November. Just one of the ways in which Nicole is one of kind.

This past summer, Nicole set up shop at the Marmora Farmers’ Market to showcase her photography (her photos have already been celebrated and published in a collection). I was intrigued by her initiative and her engaging smile. When I heard she would be in Belleville in October for a fundraiser, I jumped at the chance to interview her. At our � rst meeting Nicole asked me, “Do you know what my middle name is?” “Elizabeth?” I guess naively. “No, it’s CHALLENGE!” she boasts with a grin.

If I was intrigued before, now I am smitten.

We arrange to meet at the Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre where she can show me the Synchro Solo she will be performing in Italy. “My music is Poker Face by Lady GaGa”, she tells me. When she gets in the pool, everyone turns to watch her execute powerful and elaborate moves. She exhibits strength, � exibility and grace, as well as breath control while supporting herself upside down underwater. Wow.

19 year-old Nicole was born in Toronto and lives there still with her mom Kathy and her dad Duane. But she also calls Hastings County home. During the competitive swim season, from late September to early May, Nicole trains with the Junior National Synchro team at the Variety Village pool in Toronto’s east end. Kathy has homeschooled Nicole and her two older brothers. Without having to wait for June, they pack up and head to their retreat located north west of Madoc as soon as swim season ends. Duane looks forward to joining them on his days o� through the summer. “We survive in Toronto but we live here,” sighs Kathy. Each summer, Nicole spends long days enjoying the Crowe River beach in Marmora where she has taken swimming lessons up to the lifeguard level.

Nicole has strong ties to the Hastings Prince Edward community. She completes her education through the local school board because it allows her to do her work by correspondence and her family has plans to move here full-time when Duane

BY KAREN WILLIAMSONPhotos by Rose Mary Rashotte

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retires in a few short years. Nicole is thrilled that someday soon QSWC will be her home pool.

Nicole’s path to competing in the World Down Syndrome Swimming Champi-onship in Italy began when she was 8 years old at her � rst competitive synchro meet. Since then she has travelled all over the province and the country to compete.

For many years, Nicole has incorporated

speed swimming into her training and she was thrilled to qualify in both the synchro and speed swimming categories for Italy.

Nicole is always looking for new challenges. For the past couple of years, she has started competing in triathlons. Nicole tackles all three sports with the same enthusiasm. In fact, I am told that when she gets onto her bike in mid race, she lets out a whooping cowboy holler. When I ask her to demonstrate she is happy to oblige and kind enough to step outside before doing so. “YeeeeHAAA!” Nicole is ready to ride!

Nicole and her mom will visit Rome for a few days to acclimatize before the compe-tition begins. The artist in Nicole is excited about seeing the Sistine Chapel. Upon arriving at the competition in Loano, south of Genoa, Nicole is staying in the Athletes’ Village with her coach and fellow compet-itors, athletes with Down syndrome from around the world. This level of indepen-dence is very exciting for Nicole and her family. Kathy is pleased and excited for Nicole to meet others with exceptional talents and gifts that will both humble her and inspire her to greater things.

Educate yourself: Down syndrome is a chromosomal arrangement that is present at conception. The diversity of abilities and

characteristics among individuals with Down syndrome can be best

described as the same for the general population.

People with Down syndrome usually have mild to

moderate intellectual delay.

“Never ignore a person with a disability – you don’t realize how much they can inspire you.”

Nicole’s Facebook updates kept me apprised of her progress:

Nov 10I am at the airport, on my way to Italy! Yaaay! So excited!

Nov 11Missed my plane but fi nally I am in Rome! Had swordfi sh for dinner.

Nov 12The Sistine Chapel blew me away. Climbed 521 stairs to the top of St. Peterʼs Dome before breakfast! Had sea bass for dinner tonight... squid tomorrow. Crazy!

Nov 15Now Iʼm in Loano, Italy for my competition. Rome was marvelous but I am excited to be here. I am psyched to swim well!

Nov 16So cool to meet all the other athletes in the athletesʼ village!

Nov 17I got my gold medal for my synchro solo! Sang along to Oh Canada while I was on the podium -- Yaaaaa!

Nov 23I am bringing home the World Gold for synchro and 5 international medals for speed swimming! I canʼt wait to get home, I wish I could just beam up and be there.

Congratulations, Nicole – we are so proud of you!

characteristics among individuals with Down syndrome can be best

described as the same for the general population.

syndrome usually have mild to moderate intellectual delay.

how much they can inspire you.”

I got my gold medal for my synchro solo! Sang along to Oh Canada while I was on the

I am bringing home the World Gold for synchro and 5 international medals for speed swimming! I canʼt wait to get home, I wish I could just

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I know what you’re thinking and let me tell you, Pole Fitness is NOTHING like what your pre-conceived ideas are about working out on the pole.

Pole Fitness is not just for wanna-be night club dancers -- I don’t use the Pole the way a stripper does, I don’t wear suggestive clothing or high heels and I don’t get paid to dance!

My adventures into Pole Fitness started over 2 years ago. It grabbed me right from the start -- I fell in love with how athletic it was and how much fun I had. I came home from my � rst class beaming with excitement... I LOVED IT!

Two years later, I have one pole installed in my basement and two in the Club where I work; I am teaching classes and I’m spreading my passion for � tness beyond the norm.

Have you ever checked out the arms and abs on a Pole athlete? Pole Fitness is a great alter-native to traditional strength training. Since taking on the Pole, my arms and abs are incredibly toned and muscular. And it is so fun! In a Pole workout, it is an amazing feeling to spin, climb and hang upside down – no wonder kids love the playground! I can hardly wait until I master my next move.

Surprisingly, I have discovered a lot about myself, not just as an athlete but I also uncovered the artistic woman inside -- I never saw myself this way. Once I mastered some of the basic moves and I didn’t feel like a lumberjack anymore, I began to learn how my body moves and what I am comfortable with. Not all of us are born dancers but the women I practice with move with power and grace that I certainly admire.

Intrigued? Come out, try a workshop, then maybe a session of classes, next a routine… and again and again and again!

The Fitness Pole - More than the MythI know what you’re thinking and let me tell you, Pole Fitness is NOTHING like what your pre-conceived ideas are about working out on the pole.

Pole Fitness is not just for wanna-be night club dancers -- I don’t use the Pole the way a stripper does, I don’t wear suggestive clothing or high heels and I don’t get paid to dance!

My adventures into Pole Fitness started over 2 years ago. It grabbed me right from the start -- I fell in love with how athletic it was and how much fun I had. I came home from my � rst class beaming with excitement... I LOVED IT!

Two years later, I have one pole installed in my basement and two in the Club where I work; I am teaching classes and I’m spreading my passion for � tness beyond the norm.

Have you ever checked out the arms and abs on a Pole athlete? Pole Fitness is a great alter-native to traditional strength training. Since taking on the Pole, my arms and abs are incredibly toned and muscular. And it is so fun! In a Pole workout, it is an amazing feeling to spin, climb and hang upside down – no wonder kids love the playground! I can hardly wait until I master my next move.

Surprisingly, I have discovered a lot about myself, not just as an athlete but I also uncovered the artistic woman inside -- I never saw myself this way. Once I mastered some of the basic moves and I didn’t feel like a lumberjack anymore, I began to learn how my body moves and what I am comfortable with. Not all of us are born dancers but the women I practice with move with power and grace that I certainly admire.

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Nordic pole walking is the fastest growing sport trend. Why? Because anyone who can walk can Nordic pole walk. Even people with heart problems, Parkinson’s, arthritis, or balance issues � nd they are able to walk easier with Nordic poles.

The correct use of Nordic poles has signi� cant health bene� ts. Nordic pole walking burns up to 46 per cent more calories than regular walking and incorporates 90 per cent of all body muscles. It increases the heart rate and cardiovascular trainingas well as increasing oxygen respiration. Nordic pole walkers also � nd their posture is greatly improved as it helps to eliminate back, shoulder, and neck pain. Further, joint problems decrease as there is a 30 per cent reduction in joint impact and it is a great way to relieve stress.

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