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Your Weekly ldquoGood NeWsrdquo

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Nov 4 - 15 2011 Issue 00008

TIDBITSreg RESEARCHES

NOVEMBER CELEBRATIONSby Kathy Wolfe

November has been declared National Stamp Collecting Month Banana Pudding Lovers Month and National Novel Writing Month Tidbits takes a look at what other occasions are celebrated during the eleventh month of the year

bull The day after American Thanksgiving has been nicknamed Black Friday in the United States and marks the beginning of the Christmas shopping season If itrsquos one of retailersrsquo best days why do they call it Black Friday It earned this moniker as it is thedaymanyretailersmakeaprofitandareldquointheblackrdquoldquoBuyNothingDayrdquoisthesamedayandisa day of protest by some against consumerism and overspending A Canadian artist conceived the idea and initiated it in Vancouver in 1992 Festivities often include sit-ins with credit card cut-up ceremonies Some areas use the day to hold a winter coat exchange for the less fortunate

See Page 5 for more on the winter coat exchange

bull November 2nd is now recognized asVitaminDDayinover20citiesacrossthecountryVitaminD can make a substantial difference in cancerprevention and survival outcomes yet many Canadians have sub-optimal levels of Vitamin DThisisevenmoreprevalentduringthewintermonths when there are fewer hours of sunlight VitaminD helps boost the immune system andalsohastheaddedbenefitofsubstantiallyreducingthe risk of heart disease diabetes strokes MS depressionandeventheflu

bull The Japanese celebrate the Shichi-go-san festival on November 15 when they honor their daughters aged three and seven and their sons aged three andfiveShichi-go-sanliterallytranslatesldquoSeven-Five-Three ages that are considered critical in a childrsquos life

turn the page for more

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bullAmericansusedtocelebrateArmisticeDayonNovember11 commemorating the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918 This was the time when a peace agreement was declared between the Allies and Germany ending World War I then called the Great War It became a US federal holiday in 1938 President Eisenhower officiallychangedtheholidayfromArmisticeDaytoVeteransDayin1954Thereareabout92million veterans in the United States over age 65 About 19 million are under 35

bull Veterans Day in Canada BritainFrance and Australia also memorializes their heroes on or near November 11 CanadacallsitRemembranceDayandthe second Sunday of November in Britain is called Remembrance Sunday

bull Musicians singers and poets payhomage to their patron saint St Cecilia on November 22 This Roman Christian martyr is said to have heard the music of heaven during her wedding ceremony and to have sung to God as she lay dying The patroness of business and professional women is St Hilda who is honored on November 17

bullEveryoneseemstohaveapatronsaintincluding tavern owners beggars and drunkards This honor belongs to St Martinmas a noted philanthropist who supposedly hid in a barn to avoid being made a bishop Because a honking goose gave away his location many Europeans eat roast goose during the Feast of St Martinmas on November 11

bullIsmatrimonyonyourmindAccordingtoanoldproverb

ldquoMarry in Septemberrsquos shine your living will be richandfinerdquoHowever ldquoIf inOctoberyoudomarry lovewillcomebutrichestarryrdquoNowldquoIfyouwedinbleakNovember only joys will come rememberrdquo

bullThankstoAlfredGeraldCaplinwehaveSadieHawkinsDay on November 15 Alfred was more commonlyknownasAlCappthecreatoroftheldquoLrsquoilAbnerrdquocomicstrip In 1937 Capp pictured November 15 as a day when the unmarriedwomen of the fictional community of

Dogpatchcouldaggressivelygoafter the townrsquosavailable bachelors Dogpatchrsquos Sadie

Hawkins was dubbed ldquothe homeliest galin the hillsrdquo waiting interminably for men to ldquocome a-courtinrsquordquo Her father acommunityleaderdecreedthefirstannualcelebration in the comic strip and it soon became a popular event across the countrybull November is a big month forIndependenceDaycelebrationsincludingPoland on November 11 Latvia on the 18th Lebanon on the 22nd Suriname on the 25th and Albania on November 28bull November is National Peanut ButterLovers Month The average North American eats three pounds of peanut butter every year which adds up to about 700millionpounds enough tocover thefloorof theGrandCanyonJustoneacreofpeanutsproducesabout30000peanutbutter sandwiches But theyrsquore not for

everyone mdash About 1 percent of Canadarsquos population is severely allergic to peanuts And did you know that peanuts arenrsquot really nuts at all Theyrsquore legumes just like beans peas and lentils

bull DonrsquotforgetSinkieDayonNovember24Thatrsquosthedayset forth for recognition by The International Association ofPeopleWhoDineovertheKitchenSinkthosefolkswho think food tastes better eaten over the sink and that

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THE YALE HOTEL CELEBRATES 130 YEARS OF MUSIC AND COMMUNITY

ONE OF VANCOUVERrsquoS OLDEST SURVIVING BUILDINGS UNDERGOES HERITAGE UPGRADE

VANCOUVER BC ndash The legendary Yale Hotel (circa 1880rsquos) which for more than 30 years has been home of Vancouverrsquos live rhythm and blues is scheduled to close on Monday November 21 in order to undergo a heritage upgrade by Rize Alliance Properties slated for the beginning of December 2011

Marking its 130th Year Anniversary and Monday November 21 date of closure The Yale Hotel will present five consecutive nights of top-notch talent from Wednesday November 16 through Sunday November 20 Featured acts include Dal Richards Orchestra with special guest Jim Byrnes Chilliwack David Gogo Murray Porter Kenny ldquoBlues Bossrdquo Wayne Jerry Doucette and more The Yale Hotel which has been at the forefront of Vancouverrsquos live music scene presents more than 500 local and international acts annually ldquoThis is our opportunity to thank Vancouverites including the musicians music patrons and business community for their continued support over the yearsrdquo explains Joe Luciak Music Director ldquoThe public can be rest assured that when The Yale Hotel reopens it will be foreverrdquo adds Luciak

Car Whisperers - Inside TrackHave you been in an accident Did your repairs cost more than $6000 Did you know your car is worthless Want to get your money back

As a consumer common sense prevails Once our pride and joy is cracked up in an accident most of us are aware that like it or not our vehicle will just not get the same price when it comes time to sell Letrsquos face it when we are out to buy the best car for our money in a side by side comparison very few consumers would buy a car that had been repaired after an accident for the same price than a car that had never been in one in the first place Although the repairs have been covered for us and carried out by a reputable repairs shop the pervasive fear out there is that the car is just not the same car once itrsquos been banged up no matter how minor the accident We know it as sellers and most of all we know it as buyers too

So many consumers are in the unfortunate position of having to accept the stigma of this lost value on their vehicles when it comes time to sell The question is is there a way to recover this lost value and be able to sell our car at the expected loss without really having to out of pocket for the expense

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(NC)mdashAccording to a study by the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association and Hillrsquos Pet Nutrition dental care ranks second to weight control as the most important thing pet owners can do to increase the length of their cat or dogrsquos life

Proper oral care can play a key role in your petrsquos overall quality and length of life by helping to avoid dental problems such as tooth infections and tooth loss among a broader range of health issues including organ damage strokes emphysema osteoporosis and diabetes

Herersquos how you can reduce the risk of oral health problems for your cat or dog

bull Take your pet to a veterinarian for regular physical examinations and dental cleanings

bull If you notice bad breath or a change in eating or chewing habits in your pet donrsquot wait to take them in for a check-up as this could be a sign of a dental problem

bull Practice a regular dental care routine at home including brushing your petrsquos teeth with a specially designed brush and toothpaste or water It is best to start when your pet is a kitten or puppy but grown dogs and cats can learn to tolerate brushing by introducing it gradually

bull Consider feeding your pet precisely balanced nutrition with enhanced oral care benefits such as Hillrsquos Science Diet Adult Oral Care dog and cat food made with a clinically proven fibre technology that helps scrub teeth and reduce plaque build-up

More tips on pet dental health can be found at Hillspetca or FacebookcomScienceDietCanada

PeanutPeanut is an absolute delight He is open to being picked up but prefers to jump into your lap at his leisure Peanut is a somewhat independent and shy cat who enjoys watching birds through a window while perched on a window ledge or lounging in his cat bed He is extremely calm and well-behaved and enjoys running about for brief periods usually just once a day Peanut generally sleeps through the night If he does wake up he creeps about quietly and will rarely if ever disturb you except to snuggle on your bed with you

He enjoys small meals throughout the day rather than two large ones It is important to maintain him on a wet food diet However

an occasional high quality dry treat is acceptable and most appreciated Peanut has an occasional teary right eye which is managed by adding lysine (amino acid) to his food

Peanut has been with his current foster guardian since December 2010 While she thoroughly enjoys his company and will be very sad to see him leave Peanut is a very special cat who deserves a forever home Might it be with you

Peanut needs a home with no cats dog or kids

BelleBelle was trapped in a townhouse complex located in Surrey Her mom is quite tame but I havenrsquot been able to trap catch her as there havenrsquot been many sightings Belle showed that she loved the idea of having someone giving her love food water and etc by purring and rolling around like crazy She is super sweet an

insta-purrer a big neck cuddler and still shy with other people but given very little time shersquoll warm up to the right person She

loves her fluffy crinkle balls and really any toy that she can play with Belle has a beautiful soft and medium long blue and peach tabby coat

If you think you can give Belle or Peanut their Forever Homes contact Vancouver Orphan Kitten Rescue at 604-731-2913 or email rescuevokraca

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(NC)mdashWhat is it about flying that makes travelers more likely to get sick A recent study concluded that air travel is a primary contributor to the spread of the flu Leader of the study John Brownstein professor at the Harvard-MIT Health Sciences and Technology program said ldquoThe number of airline passengers flying in the United States determines how quickly influenza spreads within the United Statesrdquo and the principle certainly holds true in Canada

ldquoThe more domestic travel the faster the spread of flu and the more inbound international travel the earlier the influenza season beginsrdquo he added

We asked Sherry Torkos a pharmacist and the author of The Canadian Encyclopedia of Natural Remedies to explain why air travel makes us more susceptible to catching colds and flu and what we can do to stay healthy

ldquoThe most important thing is the most obviousrdquo says Torkos ldquoStudies show that people who wash their hands seven times a day have about 40 fewer colds than the average person And thatrsquos in regular life Airports welcome viruses from all over the world so washing your hands becomes that much more importantrdquo

Once yoursquore on the plane do what you can to stay out of the ldquohot zonerdquo The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention describes the ldquohot-zonerdquo as an area 2 x 2 x 2 if yoursquore sitting within 2 seats of a sick person whether beside them behind them or in front yoursquore at the greatest risk of catching their illness According to Allison Janse co-author of The Germ Freakrsquos Guide to Outwitting Colds and Flu on a typical plane of 100 passengers about five of them will have a cold or the flu

ldquoSince you usually canrsquot change seats even if yoursquore sitting right next to someone whorsquos sick I recommend two things carry a little bottle of hand sanitizer in your carry-on and take Cold-FX for the week before your trip and until you get home againrdquo continues Torkos

Itrsquos also important to stay hydrated ldquoThe air in planes is very drymdashitrsquos like being in a desertrdquo says Torkos ldquoand when nasal passages dry out they become less efficient at fending off viruses Drinking lots of water will help keep your immune system strong and help you avoid jet lag toordquo

Flying the germy skies and staying healthy

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4 days in ParisJewel Staite is a well-known Canadian actor and self-proclaimed Foodie who travels the world and keeps us up on whatrsquos good whereWe have been giving you Jewelrsquos 4 Days in Paris from her blog This week wersquoll take on day three of her culinary excursion

dAY THRee10AM Awoke feeling like 8000 calories were sitting in my stomach and a naughty Frenchman was playing the tambourine in my head After popping a Zantac and grabbing a cafe creme from Bread and Roses we walked all the way to the Eiffel Tower to see about getting to the top We stood in line for half an hour just to stand in line again for another twenty minutes waiting for an elevator and then stood in yet another line for an hour to make it to the second elevator to reach the top floor Irsquom not good at lines If therersquos a VIP thingy to buy Irsquod rather spend the extra money so I donrsquot have to stand outside like a jackass waiting my turn Call me spoiled (if you havenrsquot already

which Irsquom sure you have) but I was over it I let Matt take a few pictures and then we stood in more lines to reach the blessed bottom where we set off on foot for a cafe to sit down and rehydrate

2PM We settled on Le Cafe du Marche a bustling little place on a cute corner in the 7th arrondissement and sat on the covered and heated patio for a snack All I wanted was some leaves and maybe a jug of Pepto Bismal but my bastard husband talked me into sharing a plate of duck confit and having a kir Which did make me feel better so I had another And then we had some potatoes cooked in duck fat and I contemplated both moving to Paris and burning it to the ground

7PM We picked a spot we knew for dinner an amazing little bistro a ten minute walk away from the hotel called Boucherie Rouliere Itrsquos a little tough to find tucked away on a tiny street near the St Sulpice cathedral and it sure as heck ainrsquot for vegetarians but on a cold night after walking around all day we knew it would be absolutely perfect We started with the swordfish carpaccio lightly dressed in olive oil and lemon and a beautiful tomato and blue cheese salad and then had some steaks grilled to perfection juicy and perfectly seasoned served with a rich bordelaise sauce on the side After we polished that off we headed across the street for an after dinner drink to The Frog and the Princess which was packed to the rafters with students and revelers and their dogs () drinking wine with abandon Then it was on to Cafe de Flore for a

glass of bordeaux to finish the evening Or so we thought Thing is on the way home to the hotel we discovered a wine bar we hadnrsquot been to yet so we popped in there for some cheese and charcuterie and a few tastes That wine bar became my new favorite place

dAY FoUR10AM Our last day More food wasnrsquot exactly on the forefront of our minds so we decided to do some serious walking We headed to the Marais to do some exploring strolling the quiet cobblestone streets and ducking into shops and galleries stopping in at a cafe every now and then for something warm to drink We toured through the Ile St-Louis marveling at the windows of cheese shops while we popped our antacids taking pictures of creperies and ice cream parlors I think the Ile St-Louis was my very favorite part of Paris quiet and unobtrusive hauntingly beautiful and removed from the hustle-and-bustle of the city

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Check out our next edition to continue Jewels 4 Days in Paris

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Love Bits

Love Bits

Love Bits

School Bits

Relationship tip no 1 - Read aloud to each other We all remember how good it was to be read to when we were small Sitting on the couch or in an easy chair we got to cuddle in our parents laps It was a quality

loving time As they read to us we could ask them all kinds of questions as we learned from them about how the world worked through the stories they told I can still recall The Little Engine That Could Dr Seussrsquo Green Eggs and Ham and the Cat in the Hat However before we knew it - it all stopped Why We never stopped needing the feelings of love and care we received from being read to We can bring that kind of love and bonding back into our marriages and relationships as adults Only- the stories we read to each other need changeInstead of going out for a date make a date with a good book and with one another Pick a book or other text in which the two of you are or might be interested then cuddle Pour a glass of wine take turns and read to each other It is the cheapest date yoursquoll ever have You can even invite friends over and make reading aloud part of a

social evening

Relationship tip no 2 - ldquoI love Yourdquo ritual This is a tip I got from ldquoTomrdquo a friend who has been married for well over 40 years He told me that he had learned it from his mother She taught him ldquoThe secret of a good marriage is that every morning upon rising say three things to your spouse ldquoI love yourdquo ldquoYoursquore beautifulrdquo and ldquoIrsquom sorryrdquo The first time I heard this I (almost) laughed After all how can anyone say the same thing every day and still mean it I mean wouldnrsquot it get a bit ldquotriterdquo after a while But no when I asked his spouse

ldquoAlicerdquo whether it still worked for her after forty years of marriage she told me that hearing those three statements each morning still meant something to her

I asked her ldquoWas it the apologyrdquo I was thinking that we all know that our partners often make errors - but offer few apologies But her answer was no While Tomrsquos apologies were indeed

welcome sometimes very welcome it was meaningful to hear him say that he loved her each and every day It didnrsquot hurt to hear that he still thought that she was beautiful

The tip tell your partner that you love them lots It need never get stale in the telling

Paul Zohav M EdRelationshipLiteracycom

Balancing your childrenrsquos after-school activities(NC)mdashTodayrsquos families are busymdashparents and children alike An Ipsos-Reid survey conducted for Kumon Math and Reading Centres shows that the majority of Canadian children (86 percent) are involved in at least one extracurricular activity during the school year and on average children will spend 46 hours per week participating in after-school activities Team sports were the most popular (57 percent) followed by individual sports (43 percent) music (31 percent) school clubs (15 percent) and dance (12 percent) But how much is too muchA Balancing ActParents often ask ldquoHow do I know if Irsquove over-scheduled my childrenrdquo Parents should look for the following indicatorsbull GrumpinessmdashYour star goalie no longer enjoys going to hockey practice or your budding ballerina is reluctant to go off to dance classhellipitrsquos just not fun anymorebull FatiguemdashYou and your children seem to be tired all the timebull School GradesmdashIs homework being shelved in favour of extracurricular activitiesbull Signs of StressmdashYour childrenrsquos behaviour includes regular crying yelling or acting-out Unusual withdrawal can also mean your children are stressedA Family DecisionIf children have developed good study habits are doing well in school and are not spending time struggling with homework they will have more free time to pursue other interests and be involved in after-school activities Theyrsquoll also have more confidence to approach challenging assignmentsParents should decide how many activities their children should be involved in based on the schedule and family dynamicsmdashthis depends on each individual child how many children are in the family and what the adults are already doing Itrsquos important to make this a family decision by involving your children in the discussion and bringing them in on the decision-makingMore educational tips and hints can be found online at wwwfacebookcomkumon You can learn more about the Kumon program at wwwkumonca

Coats for Kids driveGVHBA launches its 16th annual Coats for Kids campaign on Monday November 21 The public will be invited to drop off the apparel at participating membersrsquo offices or sales centres from November 21 to December 9 The public response last year was heartwarming with more than 3000 coats scarves gloves mittens blankets toques and toys donated for distribution to families in need throughout the Greater Vancouver area by the Lower Mainland Christmas Bureau and other agencies

EmbroidMe Vancouver is accepting donations beginning now until the December 9 end date You can make a donation at their new location 60 - 966 SW Marine Drive M-F 930-530

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Simple Slow Cooker Recipe (NC)mdashThe slow cooker first gained widespread popularity in the 1970s as a solution for women who were entering the workforce and were expected to have food on the table for family dinner The idea of putting ingredients into a slow cooker and having the meal ready hours later is still popular with todayrsquos busy moms This delicious slow cooker recipe will be appreciated by your family

Slow Cooker Coq au Vin - 6 slices PC Naturally Smoked Bacon cut crosswise in frac12 inch (1 cm) thick slices - 8 Chicken Thighs about 12 kg - frac14 tsp (1 mL) salt - 18 tsp (05 mL) freshly ground black pepper - 3 cups (750 mL) small cremini mushrooms (about 8 oz250 g) - 4 shallots halved crosswise - 4 cloves garlic - 1 cup (250 mL) white wine - 2 cups (500 mL) PC Blue Menu No Salt Added Chicken Broth - 1 tbsp (15 mL) chopped fresh tarragon or parsley

1 Heat large frying pan over medium heat cook bacon for 2 to 4 minutes stirring frequently or until browned Using slotted spoon transfer to slower cooker leaving pan on medium heat

2 Remove skin from chicken thighs and discard Season the chicken with salt and pepper Add to frying pan cook for 3 to 5 minutes per side turning once or until brown and crispy Transfer to slow cooker Add mushrooms shallots and garlic to pan cook stirring often for 3 to 4 minutes or until browned Transfer to slow cooker

3 Pour wine into frying pan Bring to a boil stirring to scrape up browned bits Pour liquid into slow cooker along with chicken stock Cover and cook on LOW for 7 to 8 hours or until chicken is tender when pierced with tip of sharp knife

4 Using slotted spoon transfer chicken and vegetables to a serving bowl tent loosely with foil to hold warm Transfer cooking liquid to a saucepan Bring to a boil boil over medium-high heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until reduced by half Pour juices over chicken Serve sprinkled with tarragon

Serves 4 Prep time 20 minutes Cook time 4-12 hours For more time saving tips and recipes visit pcca

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Busy BusyIrsquom a good person I wash my hands several times a day definitely before I touch food or somebody (like myself) I work hard I pay taxes on time I read the right stuff (and left stuff)And try very hard to stay balanced but now Irsquom not sure Irsquom doing the right things I mean I have a lot of friends and I really love my friends They seem to be doing just fine in life (better than me even) but they never wash their hands when wersquore in the washroom at the clubs they trash talk people they actually steal from one another and they say very politically incorrect things I love my wife but Irsquove even witnessed her doing some filthy things Maybe I need medication for OCD Walk in clinics are so sleazy

Signed Odd Man Out

Dear Odd Yoursquore not really odd except for what were you thinking to hook up with such a dirty woman You can bring home an animal from a shelter but a mate needs to show some kind of pedigree Not sure if self-destruction is a form of OCD Pick another social disease As for your friends as long as yoursquore not touching them you should be ok Or next time you steal a look at yourself in the next store window say to yourself ldquoyoursquore not allowed to play with dirty people anymorerdquo Like thatrsquos going to work Honestly Are you obsessed with dirt or germs your aversion to them Figure out the answer then get a good self-help book or meditation tape or any pathway to self-discovery Theyrsquore like diets they ALL work if you stick to them and you have to really want to change (like the light bulb) People get burn out too Please stay away from mainstream organized religion Itrsquos got a bad track record unless yoursquore into guilt and punishment Waithellipisnrsquot that just plain old hellipok I wonrsquot go there~Busy

Have a question for Busy Email it to

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Someone from your past could arrive with welcome news concerning your future Meanwhile avoid taking sides in a workplace confrontation until you have more facts to go onTAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A decision about a relationship could have longer-lasting consequences than you might imagine so be sure of your facts before you act A trusted friend can helpGEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A strained relationship could be restored with more personal contact between the two of you Letting others act as your go-between only adds to the ongoing estrangementCANCER (June 21 to July 22) New facts could mean taking a new path toward a goal yoursquove been hoping to reach However be sure all your questions are answered before you undertake to shift directionsLEO (July 23 to August 22) This is a good week for all you fine Felines to turn your attention to some important considerations such as your health your job situation and the status of important relationshipsVIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Avoid making a quick decision about a matter that needs more study Keep your mind open for possibilities even if they donrsquot seem plausible -- at least not yetLIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You might welcome the emphasis on openness in relationships that mark this period But itrsquos a good idea to avoid sharing personal secrets with people you hardly knowSCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) There are still some questions that need to be asked and answered before you can feel confident enough to make a potentially life-changing decisionSAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Some lingering effects from a now largely resolved workplace confrontation could make things difficult for you Act on this before it becomes seriousCAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) You feel yoursquore finally in control of your own life after months of making compromises and concessions you never felt comfortable with CongratulationsAQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) No sooner do you decide to pass on one job offer than another suddenly turns up This one might not have everything yoursquore looking for but itrsquos worth checking outPISCES (February 19 to March 20) Congratulations With Jupiterrsquos strong influence dominating this week donrsquot be surprised to get some good news about a troubling financial matter

The dharma Added effect By Craig Addy

Shawn Bearman of Radical Ideas is a coach I have been working with She encouraged me to incorporate a concept she calls The Dharma Added Effect into my business Irsquom very excited about this Shawn expresses how it works best and has given me permission to quote the following content I am actually a fortunate recipient of The Dharma Added Effect myself This is how I am able to work with Shawn at this time I look forward to contributing my hours to the community

The Dharma Added EffectWhat if every business was more concerned with the difference it made rather than how much money it had at the end of the year What if Making THE Difference went viral Business can make THE difference that limits the individual

When Buy 1 Get 1 Free meets Pay It Forward something amazing happenshellip Grow your business out of making a difference

The Dharma Added Effect is an opportunity for people to make the difference that they are committed to by doing what they love to do

You can read more about the Dharma Added Effect on my blog Irsquod appreciate any comments and pushes of course httpcraigaddycom201108the-dharma-added-effect

Under the Piano is applying the Dharma Added Effect in the following way

Each client who books an Under the Piano session or purchases a gift certificate will receive an additional complimentary gift certificate for an Under the Piano session to give to someone who is ill or someone who does not have the financial means to enjoy an Under the Piano session

What about you Are you called to incorporate The Dharma Added Effect into your business What would the Dharma Added Effect look like if you adopted it for your business

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bullAmericansusedtocelebrateArmisticeDayonNovember11 commemorating the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918 This was the time when a peace agreement was declared between the Allies and Germany ending World War I then called the Great War It became a US federal holiday in 1938 President Eisenhower officiallychangedtheholidayfromArmisticeDaytoVeteransDayin1954Thereareabout92million veterans in the United States over age 65 About 19 million are under 35

bull Veterans Day in Canada BritainFrance and Australia also memorializes their heroes on or near November 11 CanadacallsitRemembranceDayandthe second Sunday of November in Britain is called Remembrance Sunday

bull Musicians singers and poets payhomage to their patron saint St Cecilia on November 22 This Roman Christian martyr is said to have heard the music of heaven during her wedding ceremony and to have sung to God as she lay dying The patroness of business and professional women is St Hilda who is honored on November 17

bullEveryoneseemstohaveapatronsaintincluding tavern owners beggars and drunkards This honor belongs to St Martinmas a noted philanthropist who supposedly hid in a barn to avoid being made a bishop Because a honking goose gave away his location many Europeans eat roast goose during the Feast of St Martinmas on November 11

bullIsmatrimonyonyourmindAccordingtoanoldproverb

ldquoMarry in Septemberrsquos shine your living will be richandfinerdquoHowever ldquoIf inOctoberyoudomarry lovewillcomebutrichestarryrdquoNowldquoIfyouwedinbleakNovember only joys will come rememberrdquo

bullThankstoAlfredGeraldCaplinwehaveSadieHawkinsDay on November 15 Alfred was more commonlyknownasAlCappthecreatoroftheldquoLrsquoilAbnerrdquocomicstrip In 1937 Capp pictured November 15 as a day when the unmarriedwomen of the fictional community of

Dogpatchcouldaggressivelygoafter the townrsquosavailable bachelors Dogpatchrsquos Sadie

Hawkins was dubbed ldquothe homeliest galin the hillsrdquo waiting interminably for men to ldquocome a-courtinrsquordquo Her father acommunityleaderdecreedthefirstannualcelebration in the comic strip and it soon became a popular event across the countrybull November is a big month forIndependenceDaycelebrationsincludingPoland on November 11 Latvia on the 18th Lebanon on the 22nd Suriname on the 25th and Albania on November 28bull November is National Peanut ButterLovers Month The average North American eats three pounds of peanut butter every year which adds up to about 700millionpounds enough tocover thefloorof theGrandCanyonJustoneacreofpeanutsproducesabout30000peanutbutter sandwiches But theyrsquore not for

everyone mdash About 1 percent of Canadarsquos population is severely allergic to peanuts And did you know that peanuts arenrsquot really nuts at all Theyrsquore legumes just like beans peas and lentils

bull DonrsquotforgetSinkieDayonNovember24Thatrsquosthedayset forth for recognition by The International Association ofPeopleWhoDineovertheKitchenSinkthosefolkswho think food tastes better eaten over the sink and that

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THE YALE HOTEL CELEBRATES 130 YEARS OF MUSIC AND COMMUNITY

ONE OF VANCOUVERrsquoS OLDEST SURVIVING BUILDINGS UNDERGOES HERITAGE UPGRADE

VANCOUVER BC ndash The legendary Yale Hotel (circa 1880rsquos) which for more than 30 years has been home of Vancouverrsquos live rhythm and blues is scheduled to close on Monday November 21 in order to undergo a heritage upgrade by Rize Alliance Properties slated for the beginning of December 2011

Marking its 130th Year Anniversary and Monday November 21 date of closure The Yale Hotel will present five consecutive nights of top-notch talent from Wednesday November 16 through Sunday November 20 Featured acts include Dal Richards Orchestra with special guest Jim Byrnes Chilliwack David Gogo Murray Porter Kenny ldquoBlues Bossrdquo Wayne Jerry Doucette and more The Yale Hotel which has been at the forefront of Vancouverrsquos live music scene presents more than 500 local and international acts annually ldquoThis is our opportunity to thank Vancouverites including the musicians music patrons and business community for their continued support over the yearsrdquo explains Joe Luciak Music Director ldquoThe public can be rest assured that when The Yale Hotel reopens it will be foreverrdquo adds Luciak

Car Whisperers - Inside TrackHave you been in an accident Did your repairs cost more than $6000 Did you know your car is worthless Want to get your money back

As a consumer common sense prevails Once our pride and joy is cracked up in an accident most of us are aware that like it or not our vehicle will just not get the same price when it comes time to sell Letrsquos face it when we are out to buy the best car for our money in a side by side comparison very few consumers would buy a car that had been repaired after an accident for the same price than a car that had never been in one in the first place Although the repairs have been covered for us and carried out by a reputable repairs shop the pervasive fear out there is that the car is just not the same car once itrsquos been banged up no matter how minor the accident We know it as sellers and most of all we know it as buyers too

So many consumers are in the unfortunate position of having to accept the stigma of this lost value on their vehicles when it comes time to sell The question is is there a way to recover this lost value and be able to sell our car at the expected loss without really having to out of pocket for the expense

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Pet Bits

Adoptables

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By Adrian BinakajEgg Murder

(NC)mdashAccording to a study by the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association and Hillrsquos Pet Nutrition dental care ranks second to weight control as the most important thing pet owners can do to increase the length of their cat or dogrsquos life

Proper oral care can play a key role in your petrsquos overall quality and length of life by helping to avoid dental problems such as tooth infections and tooth loss among a broader range of health issues including organ damage strokes emphysema osteoporosis and diabetes

Herersquos how you can reduce the risk of oral health problems for your cat or dog

bull Take your pet to a veterinarian for regular physical examinations and dental cleanings

bull If you notice bad breath or a change in eating or chewing habits in your pet donrsquot wait to take them in for a check-up as this could be a sign of a dental problem

bull Practice a regular dental care routine at home including brushing your petrsquos teeth with a specially designed brush and toothpaste or water It is best to start when your pet is a kitten or puppy but grown dogs and cats can learn to tolerate brushing by introducing it gradually

bull Consider feeding your pet precisely balanced nutrition with enhanced oral care benefits such as Hillrsquos Science Diet Adult Oral Care dog and cat food made with a clinically proven fibre technology that helps scrub teeth and reduce plaque build-up

More tips on pet dental health can be found at Hillspetca or FacebookcomScienceDietCanada

PeanutPeanut is an absolute delight He is open to being picked up but prefers to jump into your lap at his leisure Peanut is a somewhat independent and shy cat who enjoys watching birds through a window while perched on a window ledge or lounging in his cat bed He is extremely calm and well-behaved and enjoys running about for brief periods usually just once a day Peanut generally sleeps through the night If he does wake up he creeps about quietly and will rarely if ever disturb you except to snuggle on your bed with you

He enjoys small meals throughout the day rather than two large ones It is important to maintain him on a wet food diet However

an occasional high quality dry treat is acceptable and most appreciated Peanut has an occasional teary right eye which is managed by adding lysine (amino acid) to his food

Peanut has been with his current foster guardian since December 2010 While she thoroughly enjoys his company and will be very sad to see him leave Peanut is a very special cat who deserves a forever home Might it be with you

Peanut needs a home with no cats dog or kids

BelleBelle was trapped in a townhouse complex located in Surrey Her mom is quite tame but I havenrsquot been able to trap catch her as there havenrsquot been many sightings Belle showed that she loved the idea of having someone giving her love food water and etc by purring and rolling around like crazy She is super sweet an

insta-purrer a big neck cuddler and still shy with other people but given very little time shersquoll warm up to the right person She

loves her fluffy crinkle balls and really any toy that she can play with Belle has a beautiful soft and medium long blue and peach tabby coat

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(NC)mdashWhat is it about flying that makes travelers more likely to get sick A recent study concluded that air travel is a primary contributor to the spread of the flu Leader of the study John Brownstein professor at the Harvard-MIT Health Sciences and Technology program said ldquoThe number of airline passengers flying in the United States determines how quickly influenza spreads within the United Statesrdquo and the principle certainly holds true in Canada

ldquoThe more domestic travel the faster the spread of flu and the more inbound international travel the earlier the influenza season beginsrdquo he added

We asked Sherry Torkos a pharmacist and the author of The Canadian Encyclopedia of Natural Remedies to explain why air travel makes us more susceptible to catching colds and flu and what we can do to stay healthy

ldquoThe most important thing is the most obviousrdquo says Torkos ldquoStudies show that people who wash their hands seven times a day have about 40 fewer colds than the average person And thatrsquos in regular life Airports welcome viruses from all over the world so washing your hands becomes that much more importantrdquo

Once yoursquore on the plane do what you can to stay out of the ldquohot zonerdquo The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention describes the ldquohot-zonerdquo as an area 2 x 2 x 2 if yoursquore sitting within 2 seats of a sick person whether beside them behind them or in front yoursquore at the greatest risk of catching their illness According to Allison Janse co-author of The Germ Freakrsquos Guide to Outwitting Colds and Flu on a typical plane of 100 passengers about five of them will have a cold or the flu

ldquoSince you usually canrsquot change seats even if yoursquore sitting right next to someone whorsquos sick I recommend two things carry a little bottle of hand sanitizer in your carry-on and take Cold-FX for the week before your trip and until you get home againrdquo continues Torkos

Itrsquos also important to stay hydrated ldquoThe air in planes is very drymdashitrsquos like being in a desertrdquo says Torkos ldquoand when nasal passages dry out they become less efficient at fending off viruses Drinking lots of water will help keep your immune system strong and help you avoid jet lag toordquo

Flying the germy skies and staying healthy

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4 days in ParisJewel Staite is a well-known Canadian actor and self-proclaimed Foodie who travels the world and keeps us up on whatrsquos good whereWe have been giving you Jewelrsquos 4 Days in Paris from her blog This week wersquoll take on day three of her culinary excursion

dAY THRee10AM Awoke feeling like 8000 calories were sitting in my stomach and a naughty Frenchman was playing the tambourine in my head After popping a Zantac and grabbing a cafe creme from Bread and Roses we walked all the way to the Eiffel Tower to see about getting to the top We stood in line for half an hour just to stand in line again for another twenty minutes waiting for an elevator and then stood in yet another line for an hour to make it to the second elevator to reach the top floor Irsquom not good at lines If therersquos a VIP thingy to buy Irsquod rather spend the extra money so I donrsquot have to stand outside like a jackass waiting my turn Call me spoiled (if you havenrsquot already

which Irsquom sure you have) but I was over it I let Matt take a few pictures and then we stood in more lines to reach the blessed bottom where we set off on foot for a cafe to sit down and rehydrate

2PM We settled on Le Cafe du Marche a bustling little place on a cute corner in the 7th arrondissement and sat on the covered and heated patio for a snack All I wanted was some leaves and maybe a jug of Pepto Bismal but my bastard husband talked me into sharing a plate of duck confit and having a kir Which did make me feel better so I had another And then we had some potatoes cooked in duck fat and I contemplated both moving to Paris and burning it to the ground

7PM We picked a spot we knew for dinner an amazing little bistro a ten minute walk away from the hotel called Boucherie Rouliere Itrsquos a little tough to find tucked away on a tiny street near the St Sulpice cathedral and it sure as heck ainrsquot for vegetarians but on a cold night after walking around all day we knew it would be absolutely perfect We started with the swordfish carpaccio lightly dressed in olive oil and lemon and a beautiful tomato and blue cheese salad and then had some steaks grilled to perfection juicy and perfectly seasoned served with a rich bordelaise sauce on the side After we polished that off we headed across the street for an after dinner drink to The Frog and the Princess which was packed to the rafters with students and revelers and their dogs () drinking wine with abandon Then it was on to Cafe de Flore for a

glass of bordeaux to finish the evening Or so we thought Thing is on the way home to the hotel we discovered a wine bar we hadnrsquot been to yet so we popped in there for some cheese and charcuterie and a few tastes That wine bar became my new favorite place

dAY FoUR10AM Our last day More food wasnrsquot exactly on the forefront of our minds so we decided to do some serious walking We headed to the Marais to do some exploring strolling the quiet cobblestone streets and ducking into shops and galleries stopping in at a cafe every now and then for something warm to drink We toured through the Ile St-Louis marveling at the windows of cheese shops while we popped our antacids taking pictures of creperies and ice cream parlors I think the Ile St-Louis was my very favorite part of Paris quiet and unobtrusive hauntingly beautiful and removed from the hustle-and-bustle of the city

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Check out our next edition to continue Jewels 4 Days in Paris

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Love Bits

Love Bits

Love Bits

School Bits

Relationship tip no 1 - Read aloud to each other We all remember how good it was to be read to when we were small Sitting on the couch or in an easy chair we got to cuddle in our parents laps It was a quality

loving time As they read to us we could ask them all kinds of questions as we learned from them about how the world worked through the stories they told I can still recall The Little Engine That Could Dr Seussrsquo Green Eggs and Ham and the Cat in the Hat However before we knew it - it all stopped Why We never stopped needing the feelings of love and care we received from being read to We can bring that kind of love and bonding back into our marriages and relationships as adults Only- the stories we read to each other need changeInstead of going out for a date make a date with a good book and with one another Pick a book or other text in which the two of you are or might be interested then cuddle Pour a glass of wine take turns and read to each other It is the cheapest date yoursquoll ever have You can even invite friends over and make reading aloud part of a

social evening

Relationship tip no 2 - ldquoI love Yourdquo ritual This is a tip I got from ldquoTomrdquo a friend who has been married for well over 40 years He told me that he had learned it from his mother She taught him ldquoThe secret of a good marriage is that every morning upon rising say three things to your spouse ldquoI love yourdquo ldquoYoursquore beautifulrdquo and ldquoIrsquom sorryrdquo The first time I heard this I (almost) laughed After all how can anyone say the same thing every day and still mean it I mean wouldnrsquot it get a bit ldquotriterdquo after a while But no when I asked his spouse

ldquoAlicerdquo whether it still worked for her after forty years of marriage she told me that hearing those three statements each morning still meant something to her

I asked her ldquoWas it the apologyrdquo I was thinking that we all know that our partners often make errors - but offer few apologies But her answer was no While Tomrsquos apologies were indeed

welcome sometimes very welcome it was meaningful to hear him say that he loved her each and every day It didnrsquot hurt to hear that he still thought that she was beautiful

The tip tell your partner that you love them lots It need never get stale in the telling

Paul Zohav M EdRelationshipLiteracycom

Balancing your childrenrsquos after-school activities(NC)mdashTodayrsquos families are busymdashparents and children alike An Ipsos-Reid survey conducted for Kumon Math and Reading Centres shows that the majority of Canadian children (86 percent) are involved in at least one extracurricular activity during the school year and on average children will spend 46 hours per week participating in after-school activities Team sports were the most popular (57 percent) followed by individual sports (43 percent) music (31 percent) school clubs (15 percent) and dance (12 percent) But how much is too muchA Balancing ActParents often ask ldquoHow do I know if Irsquove over-scheduled my childrenrdquo Parents should look for the following indicatorsbull GrumpinessmdashYour star goalie no longer enjoys going to hockey practice or your budding ballerina is reluctant to go off to dance classhellipitrsquos just not fun anymorebull FatiguemdashYou and your children seem to be tired all the timebull School GradesmdashIs homework being shelved in favour of extracurricular activitiesbull Signs of StressmdashYour childrenrsquos behaviour includes regular crying yelling or acting-out Unusual withdrawal can also mean your children are stressedA Family DecisionIf children have developed good study habits are doing well in school and are not spending time struggling with homework they will have more free time to pursue other interests and be involved in after-school activities Theyrsquoll also have more confidence to approach challenging assignmentsParents should decide how many activities their children should be involved in based on the schedule and family dynamicsmdashthis depends on each individual child how many children are in the family and what the adults are already doing Itrsquos important to make this a family decision by involving your children in the discussion and bringing them in on the decision-makingMore educational tips and hints can be found online at wwwfacebookcomkumon You can learn more about the Kumon program at wwwkumonca

Coats for Kids driveGVHBA launches its 16th annual Coats for Kids campaign on Monday November 21 The public will be invited to drop off the apparel at participating membersrsquo offices or sales centres from November 21 to December 9 The public response last year was heartwarming with more than 3000 coats scarves gloves mittens blankets toques and toys donated for distribution to families in need throughout the Greater Vancouver area by the Lower Mainland Christmas Bureau and other agencies

EmbroidMe Vancouver is accepting donations beginning now until the December 9 end date You can make a donation at their new location 60 - 966 SW Marine Drive M-F 930-530

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Simple Slow Cooker Recipe (NC)mdashThe slow cooker first gained widespread popularity in the 1970s as a solution for women who were entering the workforce and were expected to have food on the table for family dinner The idea of putting ingredients into a slow cooker and having the meal ready hours later is still popular with todayrsquos busy moms This delicious slow cooker recipe will be appreciated by your family

Slow Cooker Coq au Vin - 6 slices PC Naturally Smoked Bacon cut crosswise in frac12 inch (1 cm) thick slices - 8 Chicken Thighs about 12 kg - frac14 tsp (1 mL) salt - 18 tsp (05 mL) freshly ground black pepper - 3 cups (750 mL) small cremini mushrooms (about 8 oz250 g) - 4 shallots halved crosswise - 4 cloves garlic - 1 cup (250 mL) white wine - 2 cups (500 mL) PC Blue Menu No Salt Added Chicken Broth - 1 tbsp (15 mL) chopped fresh tarragon or parsley

1 Heat large frying pan over medium heat cook bacon for 2 to 4 minutes stirring frequently or until browned Using slotted spoon transfer to slower cooker leaving pan on medium heat

2 Remove skin from chicken thighs and discard Season the chicken with salt and pepper Add to frying pan cook for 3 to 5 minutes per side turning once or until brown and crispy Transfer to slow cooker Add mushrooms shallots and garlic to pan cook stirring often for 3 to 4 minutes or until browned Transfer to slow cooker

3 Pour wine into frying pan Bring to a boil stirring to scrape up browned bits Pour liquid into slow cooker along with chicken stock Cover and cook on LOW for 7 to 8 hours or until chicken is tender when pierced with tip of sharp knife

4 Using slotted spoon transfer chicken and vegetables to a serving bowl tent loosely with foil to hold warm Transfer cooking liquid to a saucepan Bring to a boil boil over medium-high heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until reduced by half Pour juices over chicken Serve sprinkled with tarragon

Serves 4 Prep time 20 minutes Cook time 4-12 hours For more time saving tips and recipes visit pcca

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Busy BusyIrsquom a good person I wash my hands several times a day definitely before I touch food or somebody (like myself) I work hard I pay taxes on time I read the right stuff (and left stuff)And try very hard to stay balanced but now Irsquom not sure Irsquom doing the right things I mean I have a lot of friends and I really love my friends They seem to be doing just fine in life (better than me even) but they never wash their hands when wersquore in the washroom at the clubs they trash talk people they actually steal from one another and they say very politically incorrect things I love my wife but Irsquove even witnessed her doing some filthy things Maybe I need medication for OCD Walk in clinics are so sleazy

Signed Odd Man Out

Dear Odd Yoursquore not really odd except for what were you thinking to hook up with such a dirty woman You can bring home an animal from a shelter but a mate needs to show some kind of pedigree Not sure if self-destruction is a form of OCD Pick another social disease As for your friends as long as yoursquore not touching them you should be ok Or next time you steal a look at yourself in the next store window say to yourself ldquoyoursquore not allowed to play with dirty people anymorerdquo Like thatrsquos going to work Honestly Are you obsessed with dirt or germs your aversion to them Figure out the answer then get a good self-help book or meditation tape or any pathway to self-discovery Theyrsquore like diets they ALL work if you stick to them and you have to really want to change (like the light bulb) People get burn out too Please stay away from mainstream organized religion Itrsquos got a bad track record unless yoursquore into guilt and punishment Waithellipisnrsquot that just plain old hellipok I wonrsquot go there~Busy

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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Someone from your past could arrive with welcome news concerning your future Meanwhile avoid taking sides in a workplace confrontation until you have more facts to go onTAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A decision about a relationship could have longer-lasting consequences than you might imagine so be sure of your facts before you act A trusted friend can helpGEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A strained relationship could be restored with more personal contact between the two of you Letting others act as your go-between only adds to the ongoing estrangementCANCER (June 21 to July 22) New facts could mean taking a new path toward a goal yoursquove been hoping to reach However be sure all your questions are answered before you undertake to shift directionsLEO (July 23 to August 22) This is a good week for all you fine Felines to turn your attention to some important considerations such as your health your job situation and the status of important relationshipsVIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Avoid making a quick decision about a matter that needs more study Keep your mind open for possibilities even if they donrsquot seem plausible -- at least not yetLIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You might welcome the emphasis on openness in relationships that mark this period But itrsquos a good idea to avoid sharing personal secrets with people you hardly knowSCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) There are still some questions that need to be asked and answered before you can feel confident enough to make a potentially life-changing decisionSAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Some lingering effects from a now largely resolved workplace confrontation could make things difficult for you Act on this before it becomes seriousCAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) You feel yoursquore finally in control of your own life after months of making compromises and concessions you never felt comfortable with CongratulationsAQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) No sooner do you decide to pass on one job offer than another suddenly turns up This one might not have everything yoursquore looking for but itrsquos worth checking outPISCES (February 19 to March 20) Congratulations With Jupiterrsquos strong influence dominating this week donrsquot be surprised to get some good news about a troubling financial matter

The dharma Added effect By Craig Addy

Shawn Bearman of Radical Ideas is a coach I have been working with She encouraged me to incorporate a concept she calls The Dharma Added Effect into my business Irsquom very excited about this Shawn expresses how it works best and has given me permission to quote the following content I am actually a fortunate recipient of The Dharma Added Effect myself This is how I am able to work with Shawn at this time I look forward to contributing my hours to the community

The Dharma Added EffectWhat if every business was more concerned with the difference it made rather than how much money it had at the end of the year What if Making THE Difference went viral Business can make THE difference that limits the individual

When Buy 1 Get 1 Free meets Pay It Forward something amazing happenshellip Grow your business out of making a difference

The Dharma Added Effect is an opportunity for people to make the difference that they are committed to by doing what they love to do

You can read more about the Dharma Added Effect on my blog Irsquod appreciate any comments and pushes of course httpcraigaddycom201108the-dharma-added-effect

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THE YALE HOTEL CELEBRATES 130 YEARS OF MUSIC AND COMMUNITY

ONE OF VANCOUVERrsquoS OLDEST SURVIVING BUILDINGS UNDERGOES HERITAGE UPGRADE

VANCOUVER BC ndash The legendary Yale Hotel (circa 1880rsquos) which for more than 30 years has been home of Vancouverrsquos live rhythm and blues is scheduled to close on Monday November 21 in order to undergo a heritage upgrade by Rize Alliance Properties slated for the beginning of December 2011

Marking its 130th Year Anniversary and Monday November 21 date of closure The Yale Hotel will present five consecutive nights of top-notch talent from Wednesday November 16 through Sunday November 20 Featured acts include Dal Richards Orchestra with special guest Jim Byrnes Chilliwack David Gogo Murray Porter Kenny ldquoBlues Bossrdquo Wayne Jerry Doucette and more The Yale Hotel which has been at the forefront of Vancouverrsquos live music scene presents more than 500 local and international acts annually ldquoThis is our opportunity to thank Vancouverites including the musicians music patrons and business community for their continued support over the yearsrdquo explains Joe Luciak Music Director ldquoThe public can be rest assured that when The Yale Hotel reopens it will be foreverrdquo adds Luciak

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As a consumer common sense prevails Once our pride and joy is cracked up in an accident most of us are aware that like it or not our vehicle will just not get the same price when it comes time to sell Letrsquos face it when we are out to buy the best car for our money in a side by side comparison very few consumers would buy a car that had been repaired after an accident for the same price than a car that had never been in one in the first place Although the repairs have been covered for us and carried out by a reputable repairs shop the pervasive fear out there is that the car is just not the same car once itrsquos been banged up no matter how minor the accident We know it as sellers and most of all we know it as buyers too

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(NC)mdashAccording to a study by the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association and Hillrsquos Pet Nutrition dental care ranks second to weight control as the most important thing pet owners can do to increase the length of their cat or dogrsquos life

Proper oral care can play a key role in your petrsquos overall quality and length of life by helping to avoid dental problems such as tooth infections and tooth loss among a broader range of health issues including organ damage strokes emphysema osteoporosis and diabetes

Herersquos how you can reduce the risk of oral health problems for your cat or dog

bull Take your pet to a veterinarian for regular physical examinations and dental cleanings

bull If you notice bad breath or a change in eating or chewing habits in your pet donrsquot wait to take them in for a check-up as this could be a sign of a dental problem

bull Practice a regular dental care routine at home including brushing your petrsquos teeth with a specially designed brush and toothpaste or water It is best to start when your pet is a kitten or puppy but grown dogs and cats can learn to tolerate brushing by introducing it gradually

bull Consider feeding your pet precisely balanced nutrition with enhanced oral care benefits such as Hillrsquos Science Diet Adult Oral Care dog and cat food made with a clinically proven fibre technology that helps scrub teeth and reduce plaque build-up

More tips on pet dental health can be found at Hillspetca or FacebookcomScienceDietCanada

PeanutPeanut is an absolute delight He is open to being picked up but prefers to jump into your lap at his leisure Peanut is a somewhat independent and shy cat who enjoys watching birds through a window while perched on a window ledge or lounging in his cat bed He is extremely calm and well-behaved and enjoys running about for brief periods usually just once a day Peanut generally sleeps through the night If he does wake up he creeps about quietly and will rarely if ever disturb you except to snuggle on your bed with you

He enjoys small meals throughout the day rather than two large ones It is important to maintain him on a wet food diet However

an occasional high quality dry treat is acceptable and most appreciated Peanut has an occasional teary right eye which is managed by adding lysine (amino acid) to his food

Peanut has been with his current foster guardian since December 2010 While she thoroughly enjoys his company and will be very sad to see him leave Peanut is a very special cat who deserves a forever home Might it be with you

Peanut needs a home with no cats dog or kids

BelleBelle was trapped in a townhouse complex located in Surrey Her mom is quite tame but I havenrsquot been able to trap catch her as there havenrsquot been many sightings Belle showed that she loved the idea of having someone giving her love food water and etc by purring and rolling around like crazy She is super sweet an

insta-purrer a big neck cuddler and still shy with other people but given very little time shersquoll warm up to the right person She

loves her fluffy crinkle balls and really any toy that she can play with Belle has a beautiful soft and medium long blue and peach tabby coat

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(NC)mdashWhat is it about flying that makes travelers more likely to get sick A recent study concluded that air travel is a primary contributor to the spread of the flu Leader of the study John Brownstein professor at the Harvard-MIT Health Sciences and Technology program said ldquoThe number of airline passengers flying in the United States determines how quickly influenza spreads within the United Statesrdquo and the principle certainly holds true in Canada

ldquoThe more domestic travel the faster the spread of flu and the more inbound international travel the earlier the influenza season beginsrdquo he added

We asked Sherry Torkos a pharmacist and the author of The Canadian Encyclopedia of Natural Remedies to explain why air travel makes us more susceptible to catching colds and flu and what we can do to stay healthy

ldquoThe most important thing is the most obviousrdquo says Torkos ldquoStudies show that people who wash their hands seven times a day have about 40 fewer colds than the average person And thatrsquos in regular life Airports welcome viruses from all over the world so washing your hands becomes that much more importantrdquo

Once yoursquore on the plane do what you can to stay out of the ldquohot zonerdquo The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention describes the ldquohot-zonerdquo as an area 2 x 2 x 2 if yoursquore sitting within 2 seats of a sick person whether beside them behind them or in front yoursquore at the greatest risk of catching their illness According to Allison Janse co-author of The Germ Freakrsquos Guide to Outwitting Colds and Flu on a typical plane of 100 passengers about five of them will have a cold or the flu

ldquoSince you usually canrsquot change seats even if yoursquore sitting right next to someone whorsquos sick I recommend two things carry a little bottle of hand sanitizer in your carry-on and take Cold-FX for the week before your trip and until you get home againrdquo continues Torkos

Itrsquos also important to stay hydrated ldquoThe air in planes is very drymdashitrsquos like being in a desertrdquo says Torkos ldquoand when nasal passages dry out they become less efficient at fending off viruses Drinking lots of water will help keep your immune system strong and help you avoid jet lag toordquo

Flying the germy skies and staying healthy

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4 days in ParisJewel Staite is a well-known Canadian actor and self-proclaimed Foodie who travels the world and keeps us up on whatrsquos good whereWe have been giving you Jewelrsquos 4 Days in Paris from her blog This week wersquoll take on day three of her culinary excursion

dAY THRee10AM Awoke feeling like 8000 calories were sitting in my stomach and a naughty Frenchman was playing the tambourine in my head After popping a Zantac and grabbing a cafe creme from Bread and Roses we walked all the way to the Eiffel Tower to see about getting to the top We stood in line for half an hour just to stand in line again for another twenty minutes waiting for an elevator and then stood in yet another line for an hour to make it to the second elevator to reach the top floor Irsquom not good at lines If therersquos a VIP thingy to buy Irsquod rather spend the extra money so I donrsquot have to stand outside like a jackass waiting my turn Call me spoiled (if you havenrsquot already

which Irsquom sure you have) but I was over it I let Matt take a few pictures and then we stood in more lines to reach the blessed bottom where we set off on foot for a cafe to sit down and rehydrate

2PM We settled on Le Cafe du Marche a bustling little place on a cute corner in the 7th arrondissement and sat on the covered and heated patio for a snack All I wanted was some leaves and maybe a jug of Pepto Bismal but my bastard husband talked me into sharing a plate of duck confit and having a kir Which did make me feel better so I had another And then we had some potatoes cooked in duck fat and I contemplated both moving to Paris and burning it to the ground

7PM We picked a spot we knew for dinner an amazing little bistro a ten minute walk away from the hotel called Boucherie Rouliere Itrsquos a little tough to find tucked away on a tiny street near the St Sulpice cathedral and it sure as heck ainrsquot for vegetarians but on a cold night after walking around all day we knew it would be absolutely perfect We started with the swordfish carpaccio lightly dressed in olive oil and lemon and a beautiful tomato and blue cheese salad and then had some steaks grilled to perfection juicy and perfectly seasoned served with a rich bordelaise sauce on the side After we polished that off we headed across the street for an after dinner drink to The Frog and the Princess which was packed to the rafters with students and revelers and their dogs () drinking wine with abandon Then it was on to Cafe de Flore for a

glass of bordeaux to finish the evening Or so we thought Thing is on the way home to the hotel we discovered a wine bar we hadnrsquot been to yet so we popped in there for some cheese and charcuterie and a few tastes That wine bar became my new favorite place

dAY FoUR10AM Our last day More food wasnrsquot exactly on the forefront of our minds so we decided to do some serious walking We headed to the Marais to do some exploring strolling the quiet cobblestone streets and ducking into shops and galleries stopping in at a cafe every now and then for something warm to drink We toured through the Ile St-Louis marveling at the windows of cheese shops while we popped our antacids taking pictures of creperies and ice cream parlors I think the Ile St-Louis was my very favorite part of Paris quiet and unobtrusive hauntingly beautiful and removed from the hustle-and-bustle of the city

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Check out our next edition to continue Jewels 4 Days in Paris

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Love Bits

Love Bits

Love Bits

School Bits

Relationship tip no 1 - Read aloud to each other We all remember how good it was to be read to when we were small Sitting on the couch or in an easy chair we got to cuddle in our parents laps It was a quality

loving time As they read to us we could ask them all kinds of questions as we learned from them about how the world worked through the stories they told I can still recall The Little Engine That Could Dr Seussrsquo Green Eggs and Ham and the Cat in the Hat However before we knew it - it all stopped Why We never stopped needing the feelings of love and care we received from being read to We can bring that kind of love and bonding back into our marriages and relationships as adults Only- the stories we read to each other need changeInstead of going out for a date make a date with a good book and with one another Pick a book or other text in which the two of you are or might be interested then cuddle Pour a glass of wine take turns and read to each other It is the cheapest date yoursquoll ever have You can even invite friends over and make reading aloud part of a

social evening

Relationship tip no 2 - ldquoI love Yourdquo ritual This is a tip I got from ldquoTomrdquo a friend who has been married for well over 40 years He told me that he had learned it from his mother She taught him ldquoThe secret of a good marriage is that every morning upon rising say three things to your spouse ldquoI love yourdquo ldquoYoursquore beautifulrdquo and ldquoIrsquom sorryrdquo The first time I heard this I (almost) laughed After all how can anyone say the same thing every day and still mean it I mean wouldnrsquot it get a bit ldquotriterdquo after a while But no when I asked his spouse

ldquoAlicerdquo whether it still worked for her after forty years of marriage she told me that hearing those three statements each morning still meant something to her

I asked her ldquoWas it the apologyrdquo I was thinking that we all know that our partners often make errors - but offer few apologies But her answer was no While Tomrsquos apologies were indeed

welcome sometimes very welcome it was meaningful to hear him say that he loved her each and every day It didnrsquot hurt to hear that he still thought that she was beautiful

The tip tell your partner that you love them lots It need never get stale in the telling

Paul Zohav M EdRelationshipLiteracycom

Balancing your childrenrsquos after-school activities(NC)mdashTodayrsquos families are busymdashparents and children alike An Ipsos-Reid survey conducted for Kumon Math and Reading Centres shows that the majority of Canadian children (86 percent) are involved in at least one extracurricular activity during the school year and on average children will spend 46 hours per week participating in after-school activities Team sports were the most popular (57 percent) followed by individual sports (43 percent) music (31 percent) school clubs (15 percent) and dance (12 percent) But how much is too muchA Balancing ActParents often ask ldquoHow do I know if Irsquove over-scheduled my childrenrdquo Parents should look for the following indicatorsbull GrumpinessmdashYour star goalie no longer enjoys going to hockey practice or your budding ballerina is reluctant to go off to dance classhellipitrsquos just not fun anymorebull FatiguemdashYou and your children seem to be tired all the timebull School GradesmdashIs homework being shelved in favour of extracurricular activitiesbull Signs of StressmdashYour childrenrsquos behaviour includes regular crying yelling or acting-out Unusual withdrawal can also mean your children are stressedA Family DecisionIf children have developed good study habits are doing well in school and are not spending time struggling with homework they will have more free time to pursue other interests and be involved in after-school activities Theyrsquoll also have more confidence to approach challenging assignmentsParents should decide how many activities their children should be involved in based on the schedule and family dynamicsmdashthis depends on each individual child how many children are in the family and what the adults are already doing Itrsquos important to make this a family decision by involving your children in the discussion and bringing them in on the decision-makingMore educational tips and hints can be found online at wwwfacebookcomkumon You can learn more about the Kumon program at wwwkumonca

Coats for Kids driveGVHBA launches its 16th annual Coats for Kids campaign on Monday November 21 The public will be invited to drop off the apparel at participating membersrsquo offices or sales centres from November 21 to December 9 The public response last year was heartwarming with more than 3000 coats scarves gloves mittens blankets toques and toys donated for distribution to families in need throughout the Greater Vancouver area by the Lower Mainland Christmas Bureau and other agencies

EmbroidMe Vancouver is accepting donations beginning now until the December 9 end date You can make a donation at their new location 60 - 966 SW Marine Drive M-F 930-530

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Simple Slow Cooker Recipe (NC)mdashThe slow cooker first gained widespread popularity in the 1970s as a solution for women who were entering the workforce and were expected to have food on the table for family dinner The idea of putting ingredients into a slow cooker and having the meal ready hours later is still popular with todayrsquos busy moms This delicious slow cooker recipe will be appreciated by your family

Slow Cooker Coq au Vin - 6 slices PC Naturally Smoked Bacon cut crosswise in frac12 inch (1 cm) thick slices - 8 Chicken Thighs about 12 kg - frac14 tsp (1 mL) salt - 18 tsp (05 mL) freshly ground black pepper - 3 cups (750 mL) small cremini mushrooms (about 8 oz250 g) - 4 shallots halved crosswise - 4 cloves garlic - 1 cup (250 mL) white wine - 2 cups (500 mL) PC Blue Menu No Salt Added Chicken Broth - 1 tbsp (15 mL) chopped fresh tarragon or parsley

1 Heat large frying pan over medium heat cook bacon for 2 to 4 minutes stirring frequently or until browned Using slotted spoon transfer to slower cooker leaving pan on medium heat

2 Remove skin from chicken thighs and discard Season the chicken with salt and pepper Add to frying pan cook for 3 to 5 minutes per side turning once or until brown and crispy Transfer to slow cooker Add mushrooms shallots and garlic to pan cook stirring often for 3 to 4 minutes or until browned Transfer to slow cooker

3 Pour wine into frying pan Bring to a boil stirring to scrape up browned bits Pour liquid into slow cooker along with chicken stock Cover and cook on LOW for 7 to 8 hours or until chicken is tender when pierced with tip of sharp knife

4 Using slotted spoon transfer chicken and vegetables to a serving bowl tent loosely with foil to hold warm Transfer cooking liquid to a saucepan Bring to a boil boil over medium-high heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until reduced by half Pour juices over chicken Serve sprinkled with tarragon

Serves 4 Prep time 20 minutes Cook time 4-12 hours For more time saving tips and recipes visit pcca

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AskBusy

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Busy BusyIrsquom a good person I wash my hands several times a day definitely before I touch food or somebody (like myself) I work hard I pay taxes on time I read the right stuff (and left stuff)And try very hard to stay balanced but now Irsquom not sure Irsquom doing the right things I mean I have a lot of friends and I really love my friends They seem to be doing just fine in life (better than me even) but they never wash their hands when wersquore in the washroom at the clubs they trash talk people they actually steal from one another and they say very politically incorrect things I love my wife but Irsquove even witnessed her doing some filthy things Maybe I need medication for OCD Walk in clinics are so sleazy

Signed Odd Man Out

Dear Odd Yoursquore not really odd except for what were you thinking to hook up with such a dirty woman You can bring home an animal from a shelter but a mate needs to show some kind of pedigree Not sure if self-destruction is a form of OCD Pick another social disease As for your friends as long as yoursquore not touching them you should be ok Or next time you steal a look at yourself in the next store window say to yourself ldquoyoursquore not allowed to play with dirty people anymorerdquo Like thatrsquos going to work Honestly Are you obsessed with dirt or germs your aversion to them Figure out the answer then get a good self-help book or meditation tape or any pathway to self-discovery Theyrsquore like diets they ALL work if you stick to them and you have to really want to change (like the light bulb) People get burn out too Please stay away from mainstream organized religion Itrsquos got a bad track record unless yoursquore into guilt and punishment Waithellipisnrsquot that just plain old hellipok I wonrsquot go there~Busy

Have a question for Busy Email it to

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Someone from your past could arrive with welcome news concerning your future Meanwhile avoid taking sides in a workplace confrontation until you have more facts to go onTAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A decision about a relationship could have longer-lasting consequences than you might imagine so be sure of your facts before you act A trusted friend can helpGEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A strained relationship could be restored with more personal contact between the two of you Letting others act as your go-between only adds to the ongoing estrangementCANCER (June 21 to July 22) New facts could mean taking a new path toward a goal yoursquove been hoping to reach However be sure all your questions are answered before you undertake to shift directionsLEO (July 23 to August 22) This is a good week for all you fine Felines to turn your attention to some important considerations such as your health your job situation and the status of important relationshipsVIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Avoid making a quick decision about a matter that needs more study Keep your mind open for possibilities even if they donrsquot seem plausible -- at least not yetLIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You might welcome the emphasis on openness in relationships that mark this period But itrsquos a good idea to avoid sharing personal secrets with people you hardly knowSCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) There are still some questions that need to be asked and answered before you can feel confident enough to make a potentially life-changing decisionSAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Some lingering effects from a now largely resolved workplace confrontation could make things difficult for you Act on this before it becomes seriousCAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) You feel yoursquore finally in control of your own life after months of making compromises and concessions you never felt comfortable with CongratulationsAQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) No sooner do you decide to pass on one job offer than another suddenly turns up This one might not have everything yoursquore looking for but itrsquos worth checking outPISCES (February 19 to March 20) Congratulations With Jupiterrsquos strong influence dominating this week donrsquot be surprised to get some good news about a troubling financial matter

The dharma Added effect By Craig Addy

Shawn Bearman of Radical Ideas is a coach I have been working with She encouraged me to incorporate a concept she calls The Dharma Added Effect into my business Irsquom very excited about this Shawn expresses how it works best and has given me permission to quote the following content I am actually a fortunate recipient of The Dharma Added Effect myself This is how I am able to work with Shawn at this time I look forward to contributing my hours to the community

The Dharma Added EffectWhat if every business was more concerned with the difference it made rather than how much money it had at the end of the year What if Making THE Difference went viral Business can make THE difference that limits the individual

When Buy 1 Get 1 Free meets Pay It Forward something amazing happenshellip Grow your business out of making a difference

The Dharma Added Effect is an opportunity for people to make the difference that they are committed to by doing what they love to do

You can read more about the Dharma Added Effect on my blog Irsquod appreciate any comments and pushes of course httpcraigaddycom201108the-dharma-added-effect

Under the Piano is applying the Dharma Added Effect in the following way

Each client who books an Under the Piano session or purchases a gift certificate will receive an additional complimentary gift certificate for an Under the Piano session to give to someone who is ill or someone who does not have the financial means to enjoy an Under the Piano session

What about you Are you called to incorporate The Dharma Added Effect into your business What would the Dharma Added Effect look like if you adopted it for your business

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Spook-tastic Costume Contest

A The Wizard of Oz D Pan amp Tinkerbell

H Show Girl

L ldquoLacee amp Bubbardquo M Jill the Astronaut

J Eddie MunsterI Ladybug

N Clown

F Snow White G Hatching chick

C Big Bad Wolfamp Dinner ldquodaterdquo

B Easter Rabbit

Send us your vote for best costumecontenttidbitsvancouvercom

Winner will be announced in next weeks edition

P Crayons Q Bumblebee amp Flower R Bo Peep amp Sheep

E Pirate

K Pumpkin Colton

O - Piggy

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Thank you for the opportunity to work on your renovation project

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Creative Genius for Hire

Pet Bits

Adoptables

Travel Bits

By Adrian BinakajEgg Murder

(NC)mdashAccording to a study by the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association and Hillrsquos Pet Nutrition dental care ranks second to weight control as the most important thing pet owners can do to increase the length of their cat or dogrsquos life

Proper oral care can play a key role in your petrsquos overall quality and length of life by helping to avoid dental problems such as tooth infections and tooth loss among a broader range of health issues including organ damage strokes emphysema osteoporosis and diabetes

Herersquos how you can reduce the risk of oral health problems for your cat or dog

bull Take your pet to a veterinarian for regular physical examinations and dental cleanings

bull If you notice bad breath or a change in eating or chewing habits in your pet donrsquot wait to take them in for a check-up as this could be a sign of a dental problem

bull Practice a regular dental care routine at home including brushing your petrsquos teeth with a specially designed brush and toothpaste or water It is best to start when your pet is a kitten or puppy but grown dogs and cats can learn to tolerate brushing by introducing it gradually

bull Consider feeding your pet precisely balanced nutrition with enhanced oral care benefits such as Hillrsquos Science Diet Adult Oral Care dog and cat food made with a clinically proven fibre technology that helps scrub teeth and reduce plaque build-up

More tips on pet dental health can be found at Hillspetca or FacebookcomScienceDietCanada

PeanutPeanut is an absolute delight He is open to being picked up but prefers to jump into your lap at his leisure Peanut is a somewhat independent and shy cat who enjoys watching birds through a window while perched on a window ledge or lounging in his cat bed He is extremely calm and well-behaved and enjoys running about for brief periods usually just once a day Peanut generally sleeps through the night If he does wake up he creeps about quietly and will rarely if ever disturb you except to snuggle on your bed with you

He enjoys small meals throughout the day rather than two large ones It is important to maintain him on a wet food diet However

an occasional high quality dry treat is acceptable and most appreciated Peanut has an occasional teary right eye which is managed by adding lysine (amino acid) to his food

Peanut has been with his current foster guardian since December 2010 While she thoroughly enjoys his company and will be very sad to see him leave Peanut is a very special cat who deserves a forever home Might it be with you

Peanut needs a home with no cats dog or kids

BelleBelle was trapped in a townhouse complex located in Surrey Her mom is quite tame but I havenrsquot been able to trap catch her as there havenrsquot been many sightings Belle showed that she loved the idea of having someone giving her love food water and etc by purring and rolling around like crazy She is super sweet an

insta-purrer a big neck cuddler and still shy with other people but given very little time shersquoll warm up to the right person She

loves her fluffy crinkle balls and really any toy that she can play with Belle has a beautiful soft and medium long blue and peach tabby coat

If you think you can give Belle or Peanut their Forever Homes contact Vancouver Orphan Kitten Rescue at 604-731-2913 or email rescuevokraca

To see more cats amp kittens looking for a loving family visit vokraca

(NC)mdashWhat is it about flying that makes travelers more likely to get sick A recent study concluded that air travel is a primary contributor to the spread of the flu Leader of the study John Brownstein professor at the Harvard-MIT Health Sciences and Technology program said ldquoThe number of airline passengers flying in the United States determines how quickly influenza spreads within the United Statesrdquo and the principle certainly holds true in Canada

ldquoThe more domestic travel the faster the spread of flu and the more inbound international travel the earlier the influenza season beginsrdquo he added

We asked Sherry Torkos a pharmacist and the author of The Canadian Encyclopedia of Natural Remedies to explain why air travel makes us more susceptible to catching colds and flu and what we can do to stay healthy

ldquoThe most important thing is the most obviousrdquo says Torkos ldquoStudies show that people who wash their hands seven times a day have about 40 fewer colds than the average person And thatrsquos in regular life Airports welcome viruses from all over the world so washing your hands becomes that much more importantrdquo

Once yoursquore on the plane do what you can to stay out of the ldquohot zonerdquo The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention describes the ldquohot-zonerdquo as an area 2 x 2 x 2 if yoursquore sitting within 2 seats of a sick person whether beside them behind them or in front yoursquore at the greatest risk of catching their illness According to Allison Janse co-author of The Germ Freakrsquos Guide to Outwitting Colds and Flu on a typical plane of 100 passengers about five of them will have a cold or the flu

ldquoSince you usually canrsquot change seats even if yoursquore sitting right next to someone whorsquos sick I recommend two things carry a little bottle of hand sanitizer in your carry-on and take Cold-FX for the week before your trip and until you get home againrdquo continues Torkos

Itrsquos also important to stay hydrated ldquoThe air in planes is very drymdashitrsquos like being in a desertrdquo says Torkos ldquoand when nasal passages dry out they become less efficient at fending off viruses Drinking lots of water will help keep your immune system strong and help you avoid jet lag toordquo

Flying the germy skies and staying healthy

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Jewel BitsAn indulgent rant about indulgence

wwwmyessentiacom

Outrageously comfortable healthy mattresses

Essentia Vancouver 6047380321 2144 West 4th Avenue V6K 1N6

Gourmet GranolaOmega Mix

Almond Butter

wwwthegranolakingcom

Kenneth Wong RD

(604) 255-9433

2609 East Hastings StreetVancouver BC V5K 1Z5

Denturist

3548 W41st AveVancouver

604 267-1002M-F 11-8pmS-S 12-5pm

$5 Drop In (+tax)

First 3 Tans Free (mention this ad)

wwwsunsettanningsalonca

Sunset Tanning Salon

Michael Tang6047084689

w w w t h r e a d s a l t e ra t i o n s co m

90 of people who leave their job do so because they feel unappreciated

and unacknowledged

What can you do to appreciate them

Let me show you how you can be a rock star with your employees

for less than $10 per month and 5 min per week

SHAWN BEARMAN604 716 - 6166

The Britannia Heritage Shipyard Society preserves West Coast Maritime History by promoting boat building traditions

httpwwwbritannia-hssca

5180 Westwater Drive(at the foot of Railway Ave)

Richmond BCV7E 6P3

4 days in ParisJewel Staite is a well-known Canadian actor and self-proclaimed Foodie who travels the world and keeps us up on whatrsquos good whereWe have been giving you Jewelrsquos 4 Days in Paris from her blog This week wersquoll take on day three of her culinary excursion

dAY THRee10AM Awoke feeling like 8000 calories were sitting in my stomach and a naughty Frenchman was playing the tambourine in my head After popping a Zantac and grabbing a cafe creme from Bread and Roses we walked all the way to the Eiffel Tower to see about getting to the top We stood in line for half an hour just to stand in line again for another twenty minutes waiting for an elevator and then stood in yet another line for an hour to make it to the second elevator to reach the top floor Irsquom not good at lines If therersquos a VIP thingy to buy Irsquod rather spend the extra money so I donrsquot have to stand outside like a jackass waiting my turn Call me spoiled (if you havenrsquot already

which Irsquom sure you have) but I was over it I let Matt take a few pictures and then we stood in more lines to reach the blessed bottom where we set off on foot for a cafe to sit down and rehydrate

2PM We settled on Le Cafe du Marche a bustling little place on a cute corner in the 7th arrondissement and sat on the covered and heated patio for a snack All I wanted was some leaves and maybe a jug of Pepto Bismal but my bastard husband talked me into sharing a plate of duck confit and having a kir Which did make me feel better so I had another And then we had some potatoes cooked in duck fat and I contemplated both moving to Paris and burning it to the ground

7PM We picked a spot we knew for dinner an amazing little bistro a ten minute walk away from the hotel called Boucherie Rouliere Itrsquos a little tough to find tucked away on a tiny street near the St Sulpice cathedral and it sure as heck ainrsquot for vegetarians but on a cold night after walking around all day we knew it would be absolutely perfect We started with the swordfish carpaccio lightly dressed in olive oil and lemon and a beautiful tomato and blue cheese salad and then had some steaks grilled to perfection juicy and perfectly seasoned served with a rich bordelaise sauce on the side After we polished that off we headed across the street for an after dinner drink to The Frog and the Princess which was packed to the rafters with students and revelers and their dogs () drinking wine with abandon Then it was on to Cafe de Flore for a

glass of bordeaux to finish the evening Or so we thought Thing is on the way home to the hotel we discovered a wine bar we hadnrsquot been to yet so we popped in there for some cheese and charcuterie and a few tastes That wine bar became my new favorite place

dAY FoUR10AM Our last day More food wasnrsquot exactly on the forefront of our minds so we decided to do some serious walking We headed to the Marais to do some exploring strolling the quiet cobblestone streets and ducking into shops and galleries stopping in at a cafe every now and then for something warm to drink We toured through the Ile St-Louis marveling at the windows of cheese shops while we popped our antacids taking pictures of creperies and ice cream parlors I think the Ile St-Louis was my very favorite part of Paris quiet and unobtrusive hauntingly beautiful and removed from the hustle-and-bustle of the city

wwwhappyopunet

Check out our next edition to continue Jewels 4 Days in Paris

Page 6 Tidbits of Vancouver For Advertising Call (604) 454-1387

Love Bits

Love Bits

Love Bits

School Bits

Relationship tip no 1 - Read aloud to each other We all remember how good it was to be read to when we were small Sitting on the couch or in an easy chair we got to cuddle in our parents laps It was a quality

loving time As they read to us we could ask them all kinds of questions as we learned from them about how the world worked through the stories they told I can still recall The Little Engine That Could Dr Seussrsquo Green Eggs and Ham and the Cat in the Hat However before we knew it - it all stopped Why We never stopped needing the feelings of love and care we received from being read to We can bring that kind of love and bonding back into our marriages and relationships as adults Only- the stories we read to each other need changeInstead of going out for a date make a date with a good book and with one another Pick a book or other text in which the two of you are or might be interested then cuddle Pour a glass of wine take turns and read to each other It is the cheapest date yoursquoll ever have You can even invite friends over and make reading aloud part of a

social evening

Relationship tip no 2 - ldquoI love Yourdquo ritual This is a tip I got from ldquoTomrdquo a friend who has been married for well over 40 years He told me that he had learned it from his mother She taught him ldquoThe secret of a good marriage is that every morning upon rising say three things to your spouse ldquoI love yourdquo ldquoYoursquore beautifulrdquo and ldquoIrsquom sorryrdquo The first time I heard this I (almost) laughed After all how can anyone say the same thing every day and still mean it I mean wouldnrsquot it get a bit ldquotriterdquo after a while But no when I asked his spouse

ldquoAlicerdquo whether it still worked for her after forty years of marriage she told me that hearing those three statements each morning still meant something to her

I asked her ldquoWas it the apologyrdquo I was thinking that we all know that our partners often make errors - but offer few apologies But her answer was no While Tomrsquos apologies were indeed

welcome sometimes very welcome it was meaningful to hear him say that he loved her each and every day It didnrsquot hurt to hear that he still thought that she was beautiful

The tip tell your partner that you love them lots It need never get stale in the telling

Paul Zohav M EdRelationshipLiteracycom

Balancing your childrenrsquos after-school activities(NC)mdashTodayrsquos families are busymdashparents and children alike An Ipsos-Reid survey conducted for Kumon Math and Reading Centres shows that the majority of Canadian children (86 percent) are involved in at least one extracurricular activity during the school year and on average children will spend 46 hours per week participating in after-school activities Team sports were the most popular (57 percent) followed by individual sports (43 percent) music (31 percent) school clubs (15 percent) and dance (12 percent) But how much is too muchA Balancing ActParents often ask ldquoHow do I know if Irsquove over-scheduled my childrenrdquo Parents should look for the following indicatorsbull GrumpinessmdashYour star goalie no longer enjoys going to hockey practice or your budding ballerina is reluctant to go off to dance classhellipitrsquos just not fun anymorebull FatiguemdashYou and your children seem to be tired all the timebull School GradesmdashIs homework being shelved in favour of extracurricular activitiesbull Signs of StressmdashYour childrenrsquos behaviour includes regular crying yelling or acting-out Unusual withdrawal can also mean your children are stressedA Family DecisionIf children have developed good study habits are doing well in school and are not spending time struggling with homework they will have more free time to pursue other interests and be involved in after-school activities Theyrsquoll also have more confidence to approach challenging assignmentsParents should decide how many activities their children should be involved in based on the schedule and family dynamicsmdashthis depends on each individual child how many children are in the family and what the adults are already doing Itrsquos important to make this a family decision by involving your children in the discussion and bringing them in on the decision-makingMore educational tips and hints can be found online at wwwfacebookcomkumon You can learn more about the Kumon program at wwwkumonca

Coats for Kids driveGVHBA launches its 16th annual Coats for Kids campaign on Monday November 21 The public will be invited to drop off the apparel at participating membersrsquo offices or sales centres from November 21 to December 9 The public response last year was heartwarming with more than 3000 coats scarves gloves mittens blankets toques and toys donated for distribution to families in need throughout the Greater Vancouver area by the Lower Mainland Christmas Bureau and other agencies

EmbroidMe Vancouver is accepting donations beginning now until the December 9 end date You can make a donation at their new location 60 - 966 SW Marine Drive M-F 930-530

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Simple Slow Cooker Recipe (NC)mdashThe slow cooker first gained widespread popularity in the 1970s as a solution for women who were entering the workforce and were expected to have food on the table for family dinner The idea of putting ingredients into a slow cooker and having the meal ready hours later is still popular with todayrsquos busy moms This delicious slow cooker recipe will be appreciated by your family

Slow Cooker Coq au Vin - 6 slices PC Naturally Smoked Bacon cut crosswise in frac12 inch (1 cm) thick slices - 8 Chicken Thighs about 12 kg - frac14 tsp (1 mL) salt - 18 tsp (05 mL) freshly ground black pepper - 3 cups (750 mL) small cremini mushrooms (about 8 oz250 g) - 4 shallots halved crosswise - 4 cloves garlic - 1 cup (250 mL) white wine - 2 cups (500 mL) PC Blue Menu No Salt Added Chicken Broth - 1 tbsp (15 mL) chopped fresh tarragon or parsley

1 Heat large frying pan over medium heat cook bacon for 2 to 4 minutes stirring frequently or until browned Using slotted spoon transfer to slower cooker leaving pan on medium heat

2 Remove skin from chicken thighs and discard Season the chicken with salt and pepper Add to frying pan cook for 3 to 5 minutes per side turning once or until brown and crispy Transfer to slow cooker Add mushrooms shallots and garlic to pan cook stirring often for 3 to 4 minutes or until browned Transfer to slow cooker

3 Pour wine into frying pan Bring to a boil stirring to scrape up browned bits Pour liquid into slow cooker along with chicken stock Cover and cook on LOW for 7 to 8 hours or until chicken is tender when pierced with tip of sharp knife

4 Using slotted spoon transfer chicken and vegetables to a serving bowl tent loosely with foil to hold warm Transfer cooking liquid to a saucepan Bring to a boil boil over medium-high heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until reduced by half Pour juices over chicken Serve sprinkled with tarragon

Serves 4 Prep time 20 minutes Cook time 4-12 hours For more time saving tips and recipes visit pcca

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Radical Ideas Coaching is an employmentbusiness

coaching program designed to teach you to be the

ONE that everyone remembers

6047166166

AskBusy

busybodytidbitsvancouvercom

Busy BusyIrsquom a good person I wash my hands several times a day definitely before I touch food or somebody (like myself) I work hard I pay taxes on time I read the right stuff (and left stuff)And try very hard to stay balanced but now Irsquom not sure Irsquom doing the right things I mean I have a lot of friends and I really love my friends They seem to be doing just fine in life (better than me even) but they never wash their hands when wersquore in the washroom at the clubs they trash talk people they actually steal from one another and they say very politically incorrect things I love my wife but Irsquove even witnessed her doing some filthy things Maybe I need medication for OCD Walk in clinics are so sleazy

Signed Odd Man Out

Dear Odd Yoursquore not really odd except for what were you thinking to hook up with such a dirty woman You can bring home an animal from a shelter but a mate needs to show some kind of pedigree Not sure if self-destruction is a form of OCD Pick another social disease As for your friends as long as yoursquore not touching them you should be ok Or next time you steal a look at yourself in the next store window say to yourself ldquoyoursquore not allowed to play with dirty people anymorerdquo Like thatrsquos going to work Honestly Are you obsessed with dirt or germs your aversion to them Figure out the answer then get a good self-help book or meditation tape or any pathway to self-discovery Theyrsquore like diets they ALL work if you stick to them and you have to really want to change (like the light bulb) People get burn out too Please stay away from mainstream organized religion Itrsquos got a bad track record unless yoursquore into guilt and punishment Waithellipisnrsquot that just plain old hellipok I wonrsquot go there~Busy

Have a question for Busy Email it to

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Someone from your past could arrive with welcome news concerning your future Meanwhile avoid taking sides in a workplace confrontation until you have more facts to go onTAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A decision about a relationship could have longer-lasting consequences than you might imagine so be sure of your facts before you act A trusted friend can helpGEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A strained relationship could be restored with more personal contact between the two of you Letting others act as your go-between only adds to the ongoing estrangementCANCER (June 21 to July 22) New facts could mean taking a new path toward a goal yoursquove been hoping to reach However be sure all your questions are answered before you undertake to shift directionsLEO (July 23 to August 22) This is a good week for all you fine Felines to turn your attention to some important considerations such as your health your job situation and the status of important relationshipsVIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Avoid making a quick decision about a matter that needs more study Keep your mind open for possibilities even if they donrsquot seem plausible -- at least not yetLIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You might welcome the emphasis on openness in relationships that mark this period But itrsquos a good idea to avoid sharing personal secrets with people you hardly knowSCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) There are still some questions that need to be asked and answered before you can feel confident enough to make a potentially life-changing decisionSAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Some lingering effects from a now largely resolved workplace confrontation could make things difficult for you Act on this before it becomes seriousCAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) You feel yoursquore finally in control of your own life after months of making compromises and concessions you never felt comfortable with CongratulationsAQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) No sooner do you decide to pass on one job offer than another suddenly turns up This one might not have everything yoursquore looking for but itrsquos worth checking outPISCES (February 19 to March 20) Congratulations With Jupiterrsquos strong influence dominating this week donrsquot be surprised to get some good news about a troubling financial matter

The dharma Added effect By Craig Addy

Shawn Bearman of Radical Ideas is a coach I have been working with She encouraged me to incorporate a concept she calls The Dharma Added Effect into my business Irsquom very excited about this Shawn expresses how it works best and has given me permission to quote the following content I am actually a fortunate recipient of The Dharma Added Effect myself This is how I am able to work with Shawn at this time I look forward to contributing my hours to the community

The Dharma Added EffectWhat if every business was more concerned with the difference it made rather than how much money it had at the end of the year What if Making THE Difference went viral Business can make THE difference that limits the individual

When Buy 1 Get 1 Free meets Pay It Forward something amazing happenshellip Grow your business out of making a difference

The Dharma Added Effect is an opportunity for people to make the difference that they are committed to by doing what they love to do

You can read more about the Dharma Added Effect on my blog Irsquod appreciate any comments and pushes of course httpcraigaddycom201108the-dharma-added-effect

Under the Piano is applying the Dharma Added Effect in the following way

Each client who books an Under the Piano session or purchases a gift certificate will receive an additional complimentary gift certificate for an Under the Piano session to give to someone who is ill or someone who does not have the financial means to enjoy an Under the Piano session

What about you Are you called to incorporate The Dharma Added Effect into your business What would the Dharma Added Effect look like if you adopted it for your business

Page 8 Tidbits of Vancouver For Advertising Call (604) 454-1387

Spook-tastic Costume Contest

A The Wizard of Oz D Pan amp Tinkerbell

H Show Girl

L ldquoLacee amp Bubbardquo M Jill the Astronaut

J Eddie MunsterI Ladybug

N Clown

F Snow White G Hatching chick

C Big Bad Wolfamp Dinner ldquodaterdquo

B Easter Rabbit

Send us your vote for best costumecontenttidbitsvancouvercom

Winner will be announced in next weeks edition

P Crayons Q Bumblebee amp Flower R Bo Peep amp Sheep

E Pirate

K Pumpkin Colton

O - Piggy

For Advertising Call (604) 454-1387 Tidbits of Vancouver Page 5

Jewel BitsAn indulgent rant about indulgence

wwwmyessentiacom

Outrageously comfortable healthy mattresses

Essentia Vancouver 6047380321 2144 West 4th Avenue V6K 1N6

Gourmet GranolaOmega Mix

Almond Butter

wwwthegranolakingcom

Kenneth Wong RD

(604) 255-9433

2609 East Hastings StreetVancouver BC V5K 1Z5

Denturist

3548 W41st AveVancouver

604 267-1002M-F 11-8pmS-S 12-5pm

$5 Drop In (+tax)

First 3 Tans Free (mention this ad)

wwwsunsettanningsalonca

Sunset Tanning Salon

Michael Tang6047084689

w w w t h r e a d s a l t e ra t i o n s co m

90 of people who leave their job do so because they feel unappreciated

and unacknowledged

What can you do to appreciate them

Let me show you how you can be a rock star with your employees

for less than $10 per month and 5 min per week

SHAWN BEARMAN604 716 - 6166

The Britannia Heritage Shipyard Society preserves West Coast Maritime History by promoting boat building traditions

httpwwwbritannia-hssca

5180 Westwater Drive(at the foot of Railway Ave)

Richmond BCV7E 6P3

4 days in ParisJewel Staite is a well-known Canadian actor and self-proclaimed Foodie who travels the world and keeps us up on whatrsquos good whereWe have been giving you Jewelrsquos 4 Days in Paris from her blog This week wersquoll take on day three of her culinary excursion

dAY THRee10AM Awoke feeling like 8000 calories were sitting in my stomach and a naughty Frenchman was playing the tambourine in my head After popping a Zantac and grabbing a cafe creme from Bread and Roses we walked all the way to the Eiffel Tower to see about getting to the top We stood in line for half an hour just to stand in line again for another twenty minutes waiting for an elevator and then stood in yet another line for an hour to make it to the second elevator to reach the top floor Irsquom not good at lines If therersquos a VIP thingy to buy Irsquod rather spend the extra money so I donrsquot have to stand outside like a jackass waiting my turn Call me spoiled (if you havenrsquot already

which Irsquom sure you have) but I was over it I let Matt take a few pictures and then we stood in more lines to reach the blessed bottom where we set off on foot for a cafe to sit down and rehydrate

2PM We settled on Le Cafe du Marche a bustling little place on a cute corner in the 7th arrondissement and sat on the covered and heated patio for a snack All I wanted was some leaves and maybe a jug of Pepto Bismal but my bastard husband talked me into sharing a plate of duck confit and having a kir Which did make me feel better so I had another And then we had some potatoes cooked in duck fat and I contemplated both moving to Paris and burning it to the ground

7PM We picked a spot we knew for dinner an amazing little bistro a ten minute walk away from the hotel called Boucherie Rouliere Itrsquos a little tough to find tucked away on a tiny street near the St Sulpice cathedral and it sure as heck ainrsquot for vegetarians but on a cold night after walking around all day we knew it would be absolutely perfect We started with the swordfish carpaccio lightly dressed in olive oil and lemon and a beautiful tomato and blue cheese salad and then had some steaks grilled to perfection juicy and perfectly seasoned served with a rich bordelaise sauce on the side After we polished that off we headed across the street for an after dinner drink to The Frog and the Princess which was packed to the rafters with students and revelers and their dogs () drinking wine with abandon Then it was on to Cafe de Flore for a

glass of bordeaux to finish the evening Or so we thought Thing is on the way home to the hotel we discovered a wine bar we hadnrsquot been to yet so we popped in there for some cheese and charcuterie and a few tastes That wine bar became my new favorite place

dAY FoUR10AM Our last day More food wasnrsquot exactly on the forefront of our minds so we decided to do some serious walking We headed to the Marais to do some exploring strolling the quiet cobblestone streets and ducking into shops and galleries stopping in at a cafe every now and then for something warm to drink We toured through the Ile St-Louis marveling at the windows of cheese shops while we popped our antacids taking pictures of creperies and ice cream parlors I think the Ile St-Louis was my very favorite part of Paris quiet and unobtrusive hauntingly beautiful and removed from the hustle-and-bustle of the city

wwwhappyopunet

Check out our next edition to continue Jewels 4 Days in Paris

Page 6 Tidbits of Vancouver For Advertising Call (604) 454-1387

Love Bits

Love Bits

Love Bits

School Bits

Relationship tip no 1 - Read aloud to each other We all remember how good it was to be read to when we were small Sitting on the couch or in an easy chair we got to cuddle in our parents laps It was a quality

loving time As they read to us we could ask them all kinds of questions as we learned from them about how the world worked through the stories they told I can still recall The Little Engine That Could Dr Seussrsquo Green Eggs and Ham and the Cat in the Hat However before we knew it - it all stopped Why We never stopped needing the feelings of love and care we received from being read to We can bring that kind of love and bonding back into our marriages and relationships as adults Only- the stories we read to each other need changeInstead of going out for a date make a date with a good book and with one another Pick a book or other text in which the two of you are or might be interested then cuddle Pour a glass of wine take turns and read to each other It is the cheapest date yoursquoll ever have You can even invite friends over and make reading aloud part of a

social evening

Relationship tip no 2 - ldquoI love Yourdquo ritual This is a tip I got from ldquoTomrdquo a friend who has been married for well over 40 years He told me that he had learned it from his mother She taught him ldquoThe secret of a good marriage is that every morning upon rising say three things to your spouse ldquoI love yourdquo ldquoYoursquore beautifulrdquo and ldquoIrsquom sorryrdquo The first time I heard this I (almost) laughed After all how can anyone say the same thing every day and still mean it I mean wouldnrsquot it get a bit ldquotriterdquo after a while But no when I asked his spouse

ldquoAlicerdquo whether it still worked for her after forty years of marriage she told me that hearing those three statements each morning still meant something to her

I asked her ldquoWas it the apologyrdquo I was thinking that we all know that our partners often make errors - but offer few apologies But her answer was no While Tomrsquos apologies were indeed

welcome sometimes very welcome it was meaningful to hear him say that he loved her each and every day It didnrsquot hurt to hear that he still thought that she was beautiful

The tip tell your partner that you love them lots It need never get stale in the telling

Paul Zohav M EdRelationshipLiteracycom

Balancing your childrenrsquos after-school activities(NC)mdashTodayrsquos families are busymdashparents and children alike An Ipsos-Reid survey conducted for Kumon Math and Reading Centres shows that the majority of Canadian children (86 percent) are involved in at least one extracurricular activity during the school year and on average children will spend 46 hours per week participating in after-school activities Team sports were the most popular (57 percent) followed by individual sports (43 percent) music (31 percent) school clubs (15 percent) and dance (12 percent) But how much is too muchA Balancing ActParents often ask ldquoHow do I know if Irsquove over-scheduled my childrenrdquo Parents should look for the following indicatorsbull GrumpinessmdashYour star goalie no longer enjoys going to hockey practice or your budding ballerina is reluctant to go off to dance classhellipitrsquos just not fun anymorebull FatiguemdashYou and your children seem to be tired all the timebull School GradesmdashIs homework being shelved in favour of extracurricular activitiesbull Signs of StressmdashYour childrenrsquos behaviour includes regular crying yelling or acting-out Unusual withdrawal can also mean your children are stressedA Family DecisionIf children have developed good study habits are doing well in school and are not spending time struggling with homework they will have more free time to pursue other interests and be involved in after-school activities Theyrsquoll also have more confidence to approach challenging assignmentsParents should decide how many activities their children should be involved in based on the schedule and family dynamicsmdashthis depends on each individual child how many children are in the family and what the adults are already doing Itrsquos important to make this a family decision by involving your children in the discussion and bringing them in on the decision-makingMore educational tips and hints can be found online at wwwfacebookcomkumon You can learn more about the Kumon program at wwwkumonca

Coats for Kids driveGVHBA launches its 16th annual Coats for Kids campaign on Monday November 21 The public will be invited to drop off the apparel at participating membersrsquo offices or sales centres from November 21 to December 9 The public response last year was heartwarming with more than 3000 coats scarves gloves mittens blankets toques and toys donated for distribution to families in need throughout the Greater Vancouver area by the Lower Mainland Christmas Bureau and other agencies

EmbroidMe Vancouver is accepting donations beginning now until the December 9 end date You can make a donation at their new location 60 - 966 SW Marine Drive M-F 930-530

wwwhowtogetnoticedca

Simple Slow Cooker Recipe (NC)mdashThe slow cooker first gained widespread popularity in the 1970s as a solution for women who were entering the workforce and were expected to have food on the table for family dinner The idea of putting ingredients into a slow cooker and having the meal ready hours later is still popular with todayrsquos busy moms This delicious slow cooker recipe will be appreciated by your family

Slow Cooker Coq au Vin - 6 slices PC Naturally Smoked Bacon cut crosswise in frac12 inch (1 cm) thick slices - 8 Chicken Thighs about 12 kg - frac14 tsp (1 mL) salt - 18 tsp (05 mL) freshly ground black pepper - 3 cups (750 mL) small cremini mushrooms (about 8 oz250 g) - 4 shallots halved crosswise - 4 cloves garlic - 1 cup (250 mL) white wine - 2 cups (500 mL) PC Blue Menu No Salt Added Chicken Broth - 1 tbsp (15 mL) chopped fresh tarragon or parsley

1 Heat large frying pan over medium heat cook bacon for 2 to 4 minutes stirring frequently or until browned Using slotted spoon transfer to slower cooker leaving pan on medium heat

2 Remove skin from chicken thighs and discard Season the chicken with salt and pepper Add to frying pan cook for 3 to 5 minutes per side turning once or until brown and crispy Transfer to slow cooker Add mushrooms shallots and garlic to pan cook stirring often for 3 to 4 minutes or until browned Transfer to slow cooker

3 Pour wine into frying pan Bring to a boil stirring to scrape up browned bits Pour liquid into slow cooker along with chicken stock Cover and cook on LOW for 7 to 8 hours or until chicken is tender when pierced with tip of sharp knife

4 Using slotted spoon transfer chicken and vegetables to a serving bowl tent loosely with foil to hold warm Transfer cooking liquid to a saucepan Bring to a boil boil over medium-high heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until reduced by half Pour juices over chicken Serve sprinkled with tarragon

Serves 4 Prep time 20 minutes Cook time 4-12 hours For more time saving tips and recipes visit pcca

For Advertising Call (604) 454-1387 Tidbits of Vancouver Page 7

Lose 3-7 lbsweek

778-668-9591wwwvitalbodycainfovitalbodyca

Cu s t om eng rav i n g amp c o u r i e r s e r v i c e3090 Cambie Street

Vancouver BCV5Z 2V9

(604) 558-3500

w w w e x p r e s s n e t b c c o m

Cu st om eng rav i n g amp c o u r i e r s e r v i c e

w w w e x p r e s s n e t b c c o m

Engraving

TrophiesPlaquesAwards

Courier

EnvelopesPackagesBoxes

Mailbox

MailboxesPhotocopyingKey copying

3090 Cambie StreetVancouver BC

V5Z 2V9(604) 558-3500

the world happens outside the boxRadical Results calls for Radical Ideas

Radical Ideas Coaching is an employmentbusiness

coaching program designed to teach you to be the

ONE that everyone remembers

6047166166

AskBusy

busybodytidbitsvancouvercom

Busy BusyIrsquom a good person I wash my hands several times a day definitely before I touch food or somebody (like myself) I work hard I pay taxes on time I read the right stuff (and left stuff)And try very hard to stay balanced but now Irsquom not sure Irsquom doing the right things I mean I have a lot of friends and I really love my friends They seem to be doing just fine in life (better than me even) but they never wash their hands when wersquore in the washroom at the clubs they trash talk people they actually steal from one another and they say very politically incorrect things I love my wife but Irsquove even witnessed her doing some filthy things Maybe I need medication for OCD Walk in clinics are so sleazy

Signed Odd Man Out

Dear Odd Yoursquore not really odd except for what were you thinking to hook up with such a dirty woman You can bring home an animal from a shelter but a mate needs to show some kind of pedigree Not sure if self-destruction is a form of OCD Pick another social disease As for your friends as long as yoursquore not touching them you should be ok Or next time you steal a look at yourself in the next store window say to yourself ldquoyoursquore not allowed to play with dirty people anymorerdquo Like thatrsquos going to work Honestly Are you obsessed with dirt or germs your aversion to them Figure out the answer then get a good self-help book or meditation tape or any pathway to self-discovery Theyrsquore like diets they ALL work if you stick to them and you have to really want to change (like the light bulb) People get burn out too Please stay away from mainstream organized religion Itrsquos got a bad track record unless yoursquore into guilt and punishment Waithellipisnrsquot that just plain old hellipok I wonrsquot go there~Busy

Have a question for Busy Email it to

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Someone from your past could arrive with welcome news concerning your future Meanwhile avoid taking sides in a workplace confrontation until you have more facts to go onTAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A decision about a relationship could have longer-lasting consequences than you might imagine so be sure of your facts before you act A trusted friend can helpGEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A strained relationship could be restored with more personal contact between the two of you Letting others act as your go-between only adds to the ongoing estrangementCANCER (June 21 to July 22) New facts could mean taking a new path toward a goal yoursquove been hoping to reach However be sure all your questions are answered before you undertake to shift directionsLEO (July 23 to August 22) This is a good week for all you fine Felines to turn your attention to some important considerations such as your health your job situation and the status of important relationshipsVIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Avoid making a quick decision about a matter that needs more study Keep your mind open for possibilities even if they donrsquot seem plausible -- at least not yetLIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You might welcome the emphasis on openness in relationships that mark this period But itrsquos a good idea to avoid sharing personal secrets with people you hardly knowSCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) There are still some questions that need to be asked and answered before you can feel confident enough to make a potentially life-changing decisionSAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Some lingering effects from a now largely resolved workplace confrontation could make things difficult for you Act on this before it becomes seriousCAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) You feel yoursquore finally in control of your own life after months of making compromises and concessions you never felt comfortable with CongratulationsAQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) No sooner do you decide to pass on one job offer than another suddenly turns up This one might not have everything yoursquore looking for but itrsquos worth checking outPISCES (February 19 to March 20) Congratulations With Jupiterrsquos strong influence dominating this week donrsquot be surprised to get some good news about a troubling financial matter

The dharma Added effect By Craig Addy

Shawn Bearman of Radical Ideas is a coach I have been working with She encouraged me to incorporate a concept she calls The Dharma Added Effect into my business Irsquom very excited about this Shawn expresses how it works best and has given me permission to quote the following content I am actually a fortunate recipient of The Dharma Added Effect myself This is how I am able to work with Shawn at this time I look forward to contributing my hours to the community

The Dharma Added EffectWhat if every business was more concerned with the difference it made rather than how much money it had at the end of the year What if Making THE Difference went viral Business can make THE difference that limits the individual

When Buy 1 Get 1 Free meets Pay It Forward something amazing happenshellip Grow your business out of making a difference

The Dharma Added Effect is an opportunity for people to make the difference that they are committed to by doing what they love to do

You can read more about the Dharma Added Effect on my blog Irsquod appreciate any comments and pushes of course httpcraigaddycom201108the-dharma-added-effect

Under the Piano is applying the Dharma Added Effect in the following way

Each client who books an Under the Piano session or purchases a gift certificate will receive an additional complimentary gift certificate for an Under the Piano session to give to someone who is ill or someone who does not have the financial means to enjoy an Under the Piano session

What about you Are you called to incorporate The Dharma Added Effect into your business What would the Dharma Added Effect look like if you adopted it for your business

Page 8 Tidbits of Vancouver For Advertising Call (604) 454-1387

Spook-tastic Costume Contest

A The Wizard of Oz D Pan amp Tinkerbell

H Show Girl

L ldquoLacee amp Bubbardquo M Jill the Astronaut

J Eddie MunsterI Ladybug

N Clown

F Snow White G Hatching chick

C Big Bad Wolfamp Dinner ldquodaterdquo

B Easter Rabbit

Send us your vote for best costumecontenttidbitsvancouvercom

Winner will be announced in next weeks edition

P Crayons Q Bumblebee amp Flower R Bo Peep amp Sheep

E Pirate

K Pumpkin Colton

O - Piggy

Page 6 Tidbits of Vancouver For Advertising Call (604) 454-1387

Love Bits

Love Bits

Love Bits

School Bits

Relationship tip no 1 - Read aloud to each other We all remember how good it was to be read to when we were small Sitting on the couch or in an easy chair we got to cuddle in our parents laps It was a quality

loving time As they read to us we could ask them all kinds of questions as we learned from them about how the world worked through the stories they told I can still recall The Little Engine That Could Dr Seussrsquo Green Eggs and Ham and the Cat in the Hat However before we knew it - it all stopped Why We never stopped needing the feelings of love and care we received from being read to We can bring that kind of love and bonding back into our marriages and relationships as adults Only- the stories we read to each other need changeInstead of going out for a date make a date with a good book and with one another Pick a book or other text in which the two of you are or might be interested then cuddle Pour a glass of wine take turns and read to each other It is the cheapest date yoursquoll ever have You can even invite friends over and make reading aloud part of a

social evening

Relationship tip no 2 - ldquoI love Yourdquo ritual This is a tip I got from ldquoTomrdquo a friend who has been married for well over 40 years He told me that he had learned it from his mother She taught him ldquoThe secret of a good marriage is that every morning upon rising say three things to your spouse ldquoI love yourdquo ldquoYoursquore beautifulrdquo and ldquoIrsquom sorryrdquo The first time I heard this I (almost) laughed After all how can anyone say the same thing every day and still mean it I mean wouldnrsquot it get a bit ldquotriterdquo after a while But no when I asked his spouse

ldquoAlicerdquo whether it still worked for her after forty years of marriage she told me that hearing those three statements each morning still meant something to her

I asked her ldquoWas it the apologyrdquo I was thinking that we all know that our partners often make errors - but offer few apologies But her answer was no While Tomrsquos apologies were indeed

welcome sometimes very welcome it was meaningful to hear him say that he loved her each and every day It didnrsquot hurt to hear that he still thought that she was beautiful

The tip tell your partner that you love them lots It need never get stale in the telling

Paul Zohav M EdRelationshipLiteracycom

Balancing your childrenrsquos after-school activities(NC)mdashTodayrsquos families are busymdashparents and children alike An Ipsos-Reid survey conducted for Kumon Math and Reading Centres shows that the majority of Canadian children (86 percent) are involved in at least one extracurricular activity during the school year and on average children will spend 46 hours per week participating in after-school activities Team sports were the most popular (57 percent) followed by individual sports (43 percent) music (31 percent) school clubs (15 percent) and dance (12 percent) But how much is too muchA Balancing ActParents often ask ldquoHow do I know if Irsquove over-scheduled my childrenrdquo Parents should look for the following indicatorsbull GrumpinessmdashYour star goalie no longer enjoys going to hockey practice or your budding ballerina is reluctant to go off to dance classhellipitrsquos just not fun anymorebull FatiguemdashYou and your children seem to be tired all the timebull School GradesmdashIs homework being shelved in favour of extracurricular activitiesbull Signs of StressmdashYour childrenrsquos behaviour includes regular crying yelling or acting-out Unusual withdrawal can also mean your children are stressedA Family DecisionIf children have developed good study habits are doing well in school and are not spending time struggling with homework they will have more free time to pursue other interests and be involved in after-school activities Theyrsquoll also have more confidence to approach challenging assignmentsParents should decide how many activities their children should be involved in based on the schedule and family dynamicsmdashthis depends on each individual child how many children are in the family and what the adults are already doing Itrsquos important to make this a family decision by involving your children in the discussion and bringing them in on the decision-makingMore educational tips and hints can be found online at wwwfacebookcomkumon You can learn more about the Kumon program at wwwkumonca

Coats for Kids driveGVHBA launches its 16th annual Coats for Kids campaign on Monday November 21 The public will be invited to drop off the apparel at participating membersrsquo offices or sales centres from November 21 to December 9 The public response last year was heartwarming with more than 3000 coats scarves gloves mittens blankets toques and toys donated for distribution to families in need throughout the Greater Vancouver area by the Lower Mainland Christmas Bureau and other agencies

EmbroidMe Vancouver is accepting donations beginning now until the December 9 end date You can make a donation at their new location 60 - 966 SW Marine Drive M-F 930-530

wwwhowtogetnoticedca

Simple Slow Cooker Recipe (NC)mdashThe slow cooker first gained widespread popularity in the 1970s as a solution for women who were entering the workforce and were expected to have food on the table for family dinner The idea of putting ingredients into a slow cooker and having the meal ready hours later is still popular with todayrsquos busy moms This delicious slow cooker recipe will be appreciated by your family

Slow Cooker Coq au Vin - 6 slices PC Naturally Smoked Bacon cut crosswise in frac12 inch (1 cm) thick slices - 8 Chicken Thighs about 12 kg - frac14 tsp (1 mL) salt - 18 tsp (05 mL) freshly ground black pepper - 3 cups (750 mL) small cremini mushrooms (about 8 oz250 g) - 4 shallots halved crosswise - 4 cloves garlic - 1 cup (250 mL) white wine - 2 cups (500 mL) PC Blue Menu No Salt Added Chicken Broth - 1 tbsp (15 mL) chopped fresh tarragon or parsley

1 Heat large frying pan over medium heat cook bacon for 2 to 4 minutes stirring frequently or until browned Using slotted spoon transfer to slower cooker leaving pan on medium heat

2 Remove skin from chicken thighs and discard Season the chicken with salt and pepper Add to frying pan cook for 3 to 5 minutes per side turning once or until brown and crispy Transfer to slow cooker Add mushrooms shallots and garlic to pan cook stirring often for 3 to 4 minutes or until browned Transfer to slow cooker

3 Pour wine into frying pan Bring to a boil stirring to scrape up browned bits Pour liquid into slow cooker along with chicken stock Cover and cook on LOW for 7 to 8 hours or until chicken is tender when pierced with tip of sharp knife

4 Using slotted spoon transfer chicken and vegetables to a serving bowl tent loosely with foil to hold warm Transfer cooking liquid to a saucepan Bring to a boil boil over medium-high heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until reduced by half Pour juices over chicken Serve sprinkled with tarragon

Serves 4 Prep time 20 minutes Cook time 4-12 hours For more time saving tips and recipes visit pcca

For Advertising Call (604) 454-1387 Tidbits of Vancouver Page 7

Lose 3-7 lbsweek

778-668-9591wwwvitalbodycainfovitalbodyca

Cu s t om eng rav i n g amp c o u r i e r s e r v i c e3090 Cambie Street

Vancouver BCV5Z 2V9

(604) 558-3500

w w w e x p r e s s n e t b c c o m

Cu st om eng rav i n g amp c o u r i e r s e r v i c e

w w w e x p r e s s n e t b c c o m

Engraving

TrophiesPlaquesAwards

Courier

EnvelopesPackagesBoxes

Mailbox

MailboxesPhotocopyingKey copying

3090 Cambie StreetVancouver BC

V5Z 2V9(604) 558-3500

the world happens outside the boxRadical Results calls for Radical Ideas

Radical Ideas Coaching is an employmentbusiness

coaching program designed to teach you to be the

ONE that everyone remembers

6047166166

AskBusy

busybodytidbitsvancouvercom

Busy BusyIrsquom a good person I wash my hands several times a day definitely before I touch food or somebody (like myself) I work hard I pay taxes on time I read the right stuff (and left stuff)And try very hard to stay balanced but now Irsquom not sure Irsquom doing the right things I mean I have a lot of friends and I really love my friends They seem to be doing just fine in life (better than me even) but they never wash their hands when wersquore in the washroom at the clubs they trash talk people they actually steal from one another and they say very politically incorrect things I love my wife but Irsquove even witnessed her doing some filthy things Maybe I need medication for OCD Walk in clinics are so sleazy

Signed Odd Man Out

Dear Odd Yoursquore not really odd except for what were you thinking to hook up with such a dirty woman You can bring home an animal from a shelter but a mate needs to show some kind of pedigree Not sure if self-destruction is a form of OCD Pick another social disease As for your friends as long as yoursquore not touching them you should be ok Or next time you steal a look at yourself in the next store window say to yourself ldquoyoursquore not allowed to play with dirty people anymorerdquo Like thatrsquos going to work Honestly Are you obsessed with dirt or germs your aversion to them Figure out the answer then get a good self-help book or meditation tape or any pathway to self-discovery Theyrsquore like diets they ALL work if you stick to them and you have to really want to change (like the light bulb) People get burn out too Please stay away from mainstream organized religion Itrsquos got a bad track record unless yoursquore into guilt and punishment Waithellipisnrsquot that just plain old hellipok I wonrsquot go there~Busy

Have a question for Busy Email it to

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Someone from your past could arrive with welcome news concerning your future Meanwhile avoid taking sides in a workplace confrontation until you have more facts to go onTAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A decision about a relationship could have longer-lasting consequences than you might imagine so be sure of your facts before you act A trusted friend can helpGEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A strained relationship could be restored with more personal contact between the two of you Letting others act as your go-between only adds to the ongoing estrangementCANCER (June 21 to July 22) New facts could mean taking a new path toward a goal yoursquove been hoping to reach However be sure all your questions are answered before you undertake to shift directionsLEO (July 23 to August 22) This is a good week for all you fine Felines to turn your attention to some important considerations such as your health your job situation and the status of important relationshipsVIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Avoid making a quick decision about a matter that needs more study Keep your mind open for possibilities even if they donrsquot seem plausible -- at least not yetLIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You might welcome the emphasis on openness in relationships that mark this period But itrsquos a good idea to avoid sharing personal secrets with people you hardly knowSCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) There are still some questions that need to be asked and answered before you can feel confident enough to make a potentially life-changing decisionSAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Some lingering effects from a now largely resolved workplace confrontation could make things difficult for you Act on this before it becomes seriousCAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) You feel yoursquore finally in control of your own life after months of making compromises and concessions you never felt comfortable with CongratulationsAQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) No sooner do you decide to pass on one job offer than another suddenly turns up This one might not have everything yoursquore looking for but itrsquos worth checking outPISCES (February 19 to March 20) Congratulations With Jupiterrsquos strong influence dominating this week donrsquot be surprised to get some good news about a troubling financial matter

The dharma Added effect By Craig Addy

Shawn Bearman of Radical Ideas is a coach I have been working with She encouraged me to incorporate a concept she calls The Dharma Added Effect into my business Irsquom very excited about this Shawn expresses how it works best and has given me permission to quote the following content I am actually a fortunate recipient of The Dharma Added Effect myself This is how I am able to work with Shawn at this time I look forward to contributing my hours to the community

The Dharma Added EffectWhat if every business was more concerned with the difference it made rather than how much money it had at the end of the year What if Making THE Difference went viral Business can make THE difference that limits the individual

When Buy 1 Get 1 Free meets Pay It Forward something amazing happenshellip Grow your business out of making a difference

The Dharma Added Effect is an opportunity for people to make the difference that they are committed to by doing what they love to do

You can read more about the Dharma Added Effect on my blog Irsquod appreciate any comments and pushes of course httpcraigaddycom201108the-dharma-added-effect

Under the Piano is applying the Dharma Added Effect in the following way

Each client who books an Under the Piano session or purchases a gift certificate will receive an additional complimentary gift certificate for an Under the Piano session to give to someone who is ill or someone who does not have the financial means to enjoy an Under the Piano session

What about you Are you called to incorporate The Dharma Added Effect into your business What would the Dharma Added Effect look like if you adopted it for your business

Page 8 Tidbits of Vancouver For Advertising Call (604) 454-1387

Spook-tastic Costume Contest

A The Wizard of Oz D Pan amp Tinkerbell

H Show Girl

L ldquoLacee amp Bubbardquo M Jill the Astronaut

J Eddie MunsterI Ladybug

N Clown

F Snow White G Hatching chick

C Big Bad Wolfamp Dinner ldquodaterdquo

B Easter Rabbit

Send us your vote for best costumecontenttidbitsvancouvercom

Winner will be announced in next weeks edition

P Crayons Q Bumblebee amp Flower R Bo Peep amp Sheep

E Pirate

K Pumpkin Colton

O - Piggy

For Advertising Call (604) 454-1387 Tidbits of Vancouver Page 7

Lose 3-7 lbsweek

778-668-9591wwwvitalbodycainfovitalbodyca

Cu s t om eng rav i n g amp c o u r i e r s e r v i c e3090 Cambie Street

Vancouver BCV5Z 2V9

(604) 558-3500

w w w e x p r e s s n e t b c c o m

Cu st om eng rav i n g amp c o u r i e r s e r v i c e

w w w e x p r e s s n e t b c c o m

Engraving

TrophiesPlaquesAwards

Courier

EnvelopesPackagesBoxes

Mailbox

MailboxesPhotocopyingKey copying

3090 Cambie StreetVancouver BC

V5Z 2V9(604) 558-3500

the world happens outside the boxRadical Results calls for Radical Ideas

Radical Ideas Coaching is an employmentbusiness

coaching program designed to teach you to be the

ONE that everyone remembers

6047166166

AskBusy

busybodytidbitsvancouvercom

Busy BusyIrsquom a good person I wash my hands several times a day definitely before I touch food or somebody (like myself) I work hard I pay taxes on time I read the right stuff (and left stuff)And try very hard to stay balanced but now Irsquom not sure Irsquom doing the right things I mean I have a lot of friends and I really love my friends They seem to be doing just fine in life (better than me even) but they never wash their hands when wersquore in the washroom at the clubs they trash talk people they actually steal from one another and they say very politically incorrect things I love my wife but Irsquove even witnessed her doing some filthy things Maybe I need medication for OCD Walk in clinics are so sleazy

Signed Odd Man Out

Dear Odd Yoursquore not really odd except for what were you thinking to hook up with such a dirty woman You can bring home an animal from a shelter but a mate needs to show some kind of pedigree Not sure if self-destruction is a form of OCD Pick another social disease As for your friends as long as yoursquore not touching them you should be ok Or next time you steal a look at yourself in the next store window say to yourself ldquoyoursquore not allowed to play with dirty people anymorerdquo Like thatrsquos going to work Honestly Are you obsessed with dirt or germs your aversion to them Figure out the answer then get a good self-help book or meditation tape or any pathway to self-discovery Theyrsquore like diets they ALL work if you stick to them and you have to really want to change (like the light bulb) People get burn out too Please stay away from mainstream organized religion Itrsquos got a bad track record unless yoursquore into guilt and punishment Waithellipisnrsquot that just plain old hellipok I wonrsquot go there~Busy

Have a question for Busy Email it to

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Someone from your past could arrive with welcome news concerning your future Meanwhile avoid taking sides in a workplace confrontation until you have more facts to go onTAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A decision about a relationship could have longer-lasting consequences than you might imagine so be sure of your facts before you act A trusted friend can helpGEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A strained relationship could be restored with more personal contact between the two of you Letting others act as your go-between only adds to the ongoing estrangementCANCER (June 21 to July 22) New facts could mean taking a new path toward a goal yoursquove been hoping to reach However be sure all your questions are answered before you undertake to shift directionsLEO (July 23 to August 22) This is a good week for all you fine Felines to turn your attention to some important considerations such as your health your job situation and the status of important relationshipsVIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Avoid making a quick decision about a matter that needs more study Keep your mind open for possibilities even if they donrsquot seem plausible -- at least not yetLIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You might welcome the emphasis on openness in relationships that mark this period But itrsquos a good idea to avoid sharing personal secrets with people you hardly knowSCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) There are still some questions that need to be asked and answered before you can feel confident enough to make a potentially life-changing decisionSAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Some lingering effects from a now largely resolved workplace confrontation could make things difficult for you Act on this before it becomes seriousCAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) You feel yoursquore finally in control of your own life after months of making compromises and concessions you never felt comfortable with CongratulationsAQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) No sooner do you decide to pass on one job offer than another suddenly turns up This one might not have everything yoursquore looking for but itrsquos worth checking outPISCES (February 19 to March 20) Congratulations With Jupiterrsquos strong influence dominating this week donrsquot be surprised to get some good news about a troubling financial matter

The dharma Added effect By Craig Addy

Shawn Bearman of Radical Ideas is a coach I have been working with She encouraged me to incorporate a concept she calls The Dharma Added Effect into my business Irsquom very excited about this Shawn expresses how it works best and has given me permission to quote the following content I am actually a fortunate recipient of The Dharma Added Effect myself This is how I am able to work with Shawn at this time I look forward to contributing my hours to the community

The Dharma Added EffectWhat if every business was more concerned with the difference it made rather than how much money it had at the end of the year What if Making THE Difference went viral Business can make THE difference that limits the individual

When Buy 1 Get 1 Free meets Pay It Forward something amazing happenshellip Grow your business out of making a difference

The Dharma Added Effect is an opportunity for people to make the difference that they are committed to by doing what they love to do

You can read more about the Dharma Added Effect on my blog Irsquod appreciate any comments and pushes of course httpcraigaddycom201108the-dharma-added-effect

Under the Piano is applying the Dharma Added Effect in the following way

Each client who books an Under the Piano session or purchases a gift certificate will receive an additional complimentary gift certificate for an Under the Piano session to give to someone who is ill or someone who does not have the financial means to enjoy an Under the Piano session

What about you Are you called to incorporate The Dharma Added Effect into your business What would the Dharma Added Effect look like if you adopted it for your business

Page 8 Tidbits of Vancouver For Advertising Call (604) 454-1387

Spook-tastic Costume Contest

A The Wizard of Oz D Pan amp Tinkerbell

H Show Girl

L ldquoLacee amp Bubbardquo M Jill the Astronaut

J Eddie MunsterI Ladybug

N Clown

F Snow White G Hatching chick

C Big Bad Wolfamp Dinner ldquodaterdquo

B Easter Rabbit

Send us your vote for best costumecontenttidbitsvancouvercom

Winner will be announced in next weeks edition

P Crayons Q Bumblebee amp Flower R Bo Peep amp Sheep

E Pirate

K Pumpkin Colton

O - Piggy

Page 8 Tidbits of Vancouver For Advertising Call (604) 454-1387

Spook-tastic Costume Contest

A The Wizard of Oz D Pan amp Tinkerbell

H Show Girl

L ldquoLacee amp Bubbardquo M Jill the Astronaut

J Eddie MunsterI Ladybug

N Clown

F Snow White G Hatching chick

C Big Bad Wolfamp Dinner ldquodaterdquo

B Easter Rabbit

Send us your vote for best costumecontenttidbitsvancouvercom

Winner will be announced in next weeks edition

P Crayons Q Bumblebee amp Flower R Bo Peep amp Sheep

E Pirate

K Pumpkin Colton

O - Piggy