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Intrigued by life and curious

about what makes people

tick; Betty and Jim Healey

began their company

roadSIGNS in 1997.

Since then, they have

worked across Canada

and into the USA and

Scotland.

They have also

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books, the most

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FIRST - If I

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Before I Die.

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The Local Seeker, Cornwall EditionVolume 2, Number 19, May 13, 2011Founded by Julia Lucio and Mai-Liis Renaud 2010Published by Local Seeker Media Group, Cornwall, Ontario

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by Seeker Chick Julia

I am one of the lucky ones. I am rich inlove, and a successful entrepreneur. Ihave been the superwoman people loveto talk about—multitasking work andmotherhood. I have been a stay-at-homemom while running several smallbusinesses. Feeding my babies whilebuilding websites, changing diaperswhile in conference call, designinggraphics while keeping a watchful eyeon my children playing, providing webhosting packages while educatingchildren on the importance of honestyand integrity, collaborating with clientsvia email while visiting the doctor's office.I even homeschooled three of my boys.Yes. I have been able raise my childrenwell, while pursuing my dreams ofbuilding a successful empire. I have beenliving the dream. Why?

Well, mainly because of the cards I’vebeen dealt, but also because my husbandand I share the strong belief that oneshould not have children solely to pass onthe responsibility of raising them toothers. That does not mean we frownupon parents whose children spend mostof their time awake raised under the careand influence of people other thanmommy & daddy. Many children, if notmost, do not have the luxury of beingraised 100% of their time by their parents.In order for children to grow, parents mustwork a job somewhere (which usually isnot at home), sometimes two jobs--ifnecessary!--just to make ends meet. Thatis their reality. And we certainly respectthose who, despite the personalconsequences, do what is necessary forraising their children. They do what theymust, not what they want. And that is thebasis of all good parenting. Good parentslive their lives for the sole purpose ofproviding their children the best life theypossibly can. My husband and I have beenblessed in one way; other parents in otherways.

My husband started the Massena News in NY last January. It was greatseeing the Local Seeker footprint on the other side of the St. LawrenceRiver and my husband proudly running the operation of his ownventure. There was just one caveat: multitasking work and parentingwas not in the cards anymore. Not since giving the city of Cornwall aphone call, back in September 2010, to be put on the waiting list forsubsidized daycare, have I received any word at all from them.Hmmmnnn…how long could that waiting list be? I wonderedapprehensively. Last December they had informed to be to be patientbecause nothing would open up before Christmas. Then, in January,when we needed childcare service, I tried finding someonereasonably priced on Kijiji. Luckily, I found the perfect person.However, after just 3 months, she quit, without any advance notice. Sothere I was again, in April, looking all over town for affordablechildcare and finding nothing. Every institutionalized daycarequoted me anywhere from $1100 to $1400 per month for 2 kids, andI was still far from the top of the list with the city of Cornwall.

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Unable to afford more than $500/month for child care, our family wouldbe better off with me getting out of businesses to become a full-timemom and either reap the rewards of welfare or open up a daycare of myown. What about my husband?—well, he’s not a Canadian resident yet,therefore cannot be here in our lives consistently. And now anentrepreneur himself, sending the kids with him is no longer an option.How can a single mother make it forking out that much time and moneyeach month? I know I can’t.

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A B L A S T F R O M T H E P A S T

CORNWALL'S PHOTOGRAPHERSBROUGHT TO YOU BY:

In Lamoureux Park SPRING HOURSThe Cornwall Community Museum

is now open Wednesday to Sunday

from noon to 4 pm.

Admission is free,

info. 613 936-0842

During house cleaning numerous people come across old trunks filled with photographs of their families by Cornwall's historic photographers and visit the

museum trying to date the photos, to find out who are in the pictures and who took them. As photography was the social medium from the 1860s on, local

people flocked to the trend and learned photography. Unfortunately as cameras were far from portable, and expensive until the advent of the Kodak,

photography was generally dominated by studio "artists." Some famous Confederation photographers include, James Brymer, Thomas Byfield, Oliver Denny,

Mrs. Joseph Kilogour, Mrs. J.W. Lewis, Albert T. Porteous, and J.K.

The photographs and postcards are

from the collection of more than 10,000

images at the Cornwall Community

Museum. If you are interested in

learning more about our history, the

museum has a wide selection old and

modern local histories for sale, .

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The Camera that Photographed

Cornwall. Many of the historic

scenes we have of Cornwall were

taken by this "portable" camera

(note the wheels). Used by

Cornwall's most famous

photographer Thomas Lafleur,

this telescopic studio camera was

made in the 1890s by E. and H.T.

Anthony and the lens was

manufactured by Bausch and

Lomb between 1894 and 1907.

The camera was donated to the

Cornwall Community Museum by

Roy's Studio, where it can been

seen on display.

A carte-de-viste

by Cornwall

p h o t o g r a p h e r

August Jaeckle,

ca. 1865 to 1870.

Ca r t e - d e - v i s i t s

were business

card size images

used either as

business cards or

souvenirs to give

to friends and

loved-ones. They

were usually

taken in a studio.

A studio cabinet

photograph by

Nathan Mason

Moore, ca. 1900.

M o o r e

purchased his

p h o t o g r a p h y

equipment from

his brother-in-

law Henry

Weber. Moore

worked in

Cornwall from

1887 until ca.

1902, and is best

known for his

work in the 1901

" F r e e h o l d e r

Souvenir." He

died in

Plattsburgh in

1925.

A studio cabinet photograph by Nathan Mason Moore, ca. 1900.

Moore purchased his photography equipment from his brother-

in-law Henry Weber. Moore worked in Cornwall from 1887

until ca. 1902, and is best known for his work in the 1901

"Freeholder Souvenir." He died in Plattsburgh in 1925.

Above - A studio cabinet card by

Thomas Lafleur. A printer

mistakenly printed his name as

Laflour, rather than destroy the

cards, Lafleur kept them causing

confusion to subsequent

historians looking for Laflour. A

cabinet card was a photograph

glued to a matte board usually

inscribed with the

photographer's name and

address.

Thomas (Tommy) Lafleur,

was not French at all but born

in Ulster. Lafleur arrived in

Cornwall with his mother in

the 1880s and secured an

apprenticeship with Weber.

After six years training he

opened his own studio in the

late 1880s. In 1891 he

relocated to the Warringon

Block where he remained for

the next 45 years becoming

Cornwall's most famous

photographer.

A cabinet card by J.A. Noel, 1893 to circa 1906.

The 1901 "Freeholder Souvenir" relates: "Mr.

Noel is a native of Quebec City, and when quite

a young man, went to live in that great city of

culture, Boston, Mass., where he learned the

photographic art...he came to

Cornwall eight years ago and

opened a studio at the East

End, where the quality of his

work has caused him to be

pronounced by those who

patronize him as one of the

most eminent and successful

exponents of the science of

photography. He possesses

a thorough mastery of the

different methods of the

recent improvement in the

art, and having a very

complete studio, is able to

produce the best

likenesses...In making

pictures he omits nothing, not

even the most trifling detail,

and thus the result is a

likeness of great artistic

excellence...Pictures are also enlarged and

finished in crayon, India ink and water colors."

Other historic photographers include Robert

Douglas, 1904 - 20; Barclay's Studio; Findley

Emerson, The Gallichan Studio, the Hunter

Studio and the list goes on, for more

information visit the Cornwall Community

Museum, where there is a comprehensive list

of Cornwall and the United Counties'

photographic artists.

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ARTS, CULTURE, AND POLITICS

Do you remember the Arts and

Culture debate at the Public Library

last fall? Would be City Councilors all

talked about the importance of arts

and culture for tourism, economic

development, and quality of life.

However less than half a year later,

eight organizations that rely on city

funding to run their operations had their funding cut by the

City. Cornwall & Seaway Valley Tourism, SD&G Historical

Society, Cornwall Regional Art Gallery, Aultsville Theatre,

Seaway Senior Citizens Club, Groupe Renaissance Group,

Parade of Nations, and Centre Culturel de Cornwall all had

their funding slashed on average by 10%. Most of these

organizations are directly linked to arts, culture, and tourism. I

think these cuts are very short sighted. Funding for arts,

culture, and tourism should be seen as a long term investment

both socially and economically. These cuts to arts, culture, and

tourism are a shame! Kudos to Glen Grant for speaking out

against these cuts!

ENVIRONMENT

According to a press release from the Canadian Urban Transit

Association, “Canadian transit ridership continues to set all-

time records, carrying over 1.82 billion passenger trips per

year, and is increasing at a rate two or three times the rate of

population growth”. At a time when gas prices are rising,

transit is becoming more vital for our nation's mobility, the

economy and the environment. To quote local bus driver

Bruce McDonald, “save money, save the planet, ride the bus”.

SOCIAL JUSTICE

On Friday May 13th I am hosting another Rock for Charity at Remingtons.

We will be raising money the Cornwall site of the Ottawa Children's

Treatment Centre. The money will be earmarked to the "Getting Started"

program that helps children who have autism. The event is all ages,

starts at 6pm, and is a $5 minimum donation. Headlining the event are

Marc Muir and Rodney Rivette.

On Saturday May 14th Vahirda Arunan is hosting a fundraiser for Youth

Challenge International at the General Vanier Intermediate School

auditorium. The event runs from 6pm to 8pm and will feature Ewen

McIntosh. Tickets are a $10 minimum donation at the door.

On Sunday May 15th Sexual Assault Support Services

for Women of SDG&A presents "Walk a Mile In Her

Shoes", where men march in high heels to raise money

and awareness about sexual assault. According to the

Canadian Women's Foundation, more than half of

women above the age of 16 have experienced at least

one incident of of sexual or physical assault. This event

is a fun way to raise awareness about about a serious

issue. If you would like to participate call 613 932 1755

ext. 21 or email special- [email protected]

On Monday May 16th learn why Ontario must move

from poverty reduction to poverty eradication! Have

you ever imagined what society would be like if we

could eradicate poverty? If you would like to meet like

minded people join the Social Development Council

of Cornwall and area at Knox-St. Paul's United Church

(800 12th Street East) in Cornwall Ontario. There will

be guest speakers and refreshments.

My name is Jason Setnyk, and this is my eye on

society.

The Cornwall Underground has been online serving the

local music community since August 1999. This blog is

run by music promoter and photographer Jason Setnyk

who also organizes local Rock for Charity and Rock the

Vote events.

www.cornwallunderground.blogspot.com

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The Seeker Chicks asked ...What does roadSIGNS mean?Have you ever noticed that sometimes you get inyour car with a specific destination in mind? Youmight drive for just a few minutes or perhaps anhour or two. When you arrive at your destinationyou realize that you have little recollection of thejourney. You were on auto-pilot. You might evenwonder if you missed anything important alongthe way, a road sign or two. We think that this isa great metaphor for life, that sometimes you areso focused on the destination you forget about

the journey. The mission of roadSIGNS is to remind people to pay attention totheir life.

What inspired you to begin roadSIGNS?Early in their careers, Betty and Jim noticed how easy it was to get caught up inthe demands of their jobs and forget who they were. Betty worked for twenty-five years in the Canadian Health Care System while Jim spent his career inprivate sector. Somewhere along the way we realized that there was much of lifewe were missing and we wanted to wake up to the many possibilities life offers.That’s when the idea of roadSIGNS was born.

What is it specifically that roadSIGNS offers?We are a coaching company offering programs and retreats for individuals,teams and organizations. We also lead a number of public events, including MEFIRST Retreats and our quarterly labyrinth walks.

What is coaching?Most people don’t understand the idea of coaching outside the sports arena. Personal and professional coaching focuses on forwarding the action in your life.We work with individuals who may be experiencing life challenges such ascareer changes, retirement, or relationship issues, to help them grow personallyor professionally and to become clear about what it is they want to attract totheir life.

What kinds of programs do you offer?One-on-one sessions with individuals are the first option. Working with a coach

is like ‘having someone in your corner’, someone who will cheer you on, someone whowill challenge you when you get stuck, someone who listens to you and asks those reallygood questions. Coaching helps you become clear about what you want, build arespectful relationship with yourself and move your life forward.

We also offer team/organizational coaching. Using different programs such as LuminaLearning, coaching focuses on raising the bar on team performance, collaboration, andcommunication.

Our ME FIRST Retreats are built around Betty’s most recent book ME FIRST and aredesigned to assist individuals to step fully into their potential and personal power.

What about the Labyrinth Walks? Our labyrinth walks are designed to bring the community together for the purpose ofgiving back to Mother Earth and to bring about peace in the world. Typically thelabyrinth walks are held at the change of seasons. The next walk will be Saturday, June18th, 2011.

Betty writes a monthly on-line newsletter which is sent out once per month. If you wouldlike to receive this newsletter and stay informed regarding our upcoming events andretreats, you can sign up for this at www.roadSIGNS.ca or contact [email protected].

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What Do You Want YourPebble to BE?Although many of you may not believe

it, I am here to tell you that each of you, regardless of your positionin life and work, is a leader. First you are a leader in your own life andsecond, once you accept this responsibility, you become a leaderamong others. Leadership is not about authority, it is, in its truestform, simply a way of ‘being’.

Here is a way to approach your leadership journey. Imagine thatyou are a pebble. This pebble represents you as a leader. You aresuspended above a pond. There is no breeze and the surface of thewater is as smooth as glass. Suddenly you are tossed into the water.As you make contact with the surface, you cause a ripple effect, aseries of concentric circles expanding from your point of entry. Youhave an impact.

At a certain point, those waves will reach a far off shore and as theydo the process reverses and the waves you created begin to travelback to you. This is another way to view the Law of Attraction, byunderstanding that each moment of every day you have a choice asto what your pebble will be and what energy you release into thewaterline of life. Ultimately, what you give to the water comes backto you.

Each day you are tossed into the waterline of life, where ever that may be.Your pebble represents your intentions, hence the energy that you transmitto the people and circumstances that surround you. You have theopportunity to decide what this energy is going to be, how you choose tolive and lead and the impact you wish to have.

What will your pebble be? I encourage you to consider the role of the leaderas part visionary, part coach, and part cheerleader, and a person who createsspace for you and others to succeed. Notice that this is not the common viewof leadership which usually equates leadership to management; it is a largerconcept. Most importantly, everyone has the capacity to be a leader, in theirown life and among others. It is a choice each of you can make.

Your ability to lead begins within you, examining the inner landscape of whoyou are at the core. When you forge this type of relationship with yourself,you are naturally attractive to others, for they see you. And as they see you,you can also see them, their potential, their special gifts, talents and skills.This is called being present.

Consider this metaphor: what do you want your pebble to be? What do youwant to send out each day as you drop into the waterline of life? As youbecome more intentional in this way, begin to notice what comes back toyou. Pay attention to the roadSIGNS that appear as a result. Is your life thesame or different?

Until next time…Betty

Betty Healey is the roadSIGNS Coach, coaching people back to life! An awardwinning author of two books, roadSIGNS: Travel Tips for Authentic Living androadSIGNS 2: Travel Tips to Higher Ground, Betty has been sharing her learningwith readers as an e-letter for the past ten years. Her latest book, ME FIRST – If IShould Wake Before I Die, is available at Laura’s Gift Shop and Café Connectionz.You can also watch the roadSIGNS TV Show on Cogeco:http://www.tvcogeco.com/cornwall/shows/1396-the-road-signs-show. You cancommunicate with Betty at [email protected] and visit her website atwww.roadSIGNS.ca

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Welcome New

Members to the

Art CommunityOver the past two years I

had the pleasure of

teaching the students of

Iohahi:io a campus of St.

Lawrence College in the

Mohawk Territory some of

the forms of Painting and

Drawing. I watched them grow from eager beginners

into confident Artists. They taught me many

important lessons as well some I thought that I would

share with you. These lessons I like to call “How to

Paint Like a Mohawk”.

1. Never be in a rush – School is very

regimented and this for most creative souls is a

challenge I learned that taking your time to get the

idea right is more important than being done on time.

2. Share your Fears with others – Our Society

seems to deter us from showing our fears we may have

when starting out something new, I learned that when

you voice your fears you receive the support you need

to give you courage.

3. Encourage others and we all Win – By giving

help and support to those around you and accepting

the support from others we are able to get through the

tough times. Connect as a community of Artists and

care about each other.

4. Nourish your Spirituality – Whatever your

religion or belief system by connecting to a higher

power you also connect to the creative energy that

formed the Universe

5. Tell stories With your Art – When your work

has a story to tell it begs to be looked at even if your

abilities are weak a strong story will make a great piece

of Art

And Finally...

6. You Don’t have to reinvent the wheel,

Stand proudly on the shoulders of those that came

before you!

So whether you are an visual Artist, Dancer, Musician or Actor

keep in mind these ideas and you, your Art and our Art

Community will always be the better for it.

I’ve included some of the work of the Graduates of the Fine Arts

Diploma program enjoy them and watch for them to start

showing in our community.

Sandra Taylor Hedges, Fine Artist,

Teacher and President of L’association Focus Art Association

sandra-taylor-.artistwebsites.com focusartonline.org

studioonecatsquared.com rulesforpainting.blogspot.com

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Kaylynn Adams,

Nora Cook,

Yvette Cook,

Dana David,

Jean Jacobs,

Tammy (Bumblebee) King,

Ric Lazore,

Ryan McDonald,

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Tekonwakwenni Nanticoke,

Agnes Terrance,

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A few weeks ago, I shared the

10 worst jokes of all time with

you from our Facebook Fan

page. This week we begin

the countdown for the 10

best jokes of all times. I will

start with 10 through to 6,

and in two weeks I will share

the top 5 of all time. Well the

best jokes in my humble

opinion. The 10 worst jokes

were really bad, and the 10 best jokes may prove to be just

as bad. But as long as you laugh I hope I am forgiven for

having bad humour. Laughter is supposed to be the

best medicine and comes in many forms. So enjoy this

week’s jokes, and remember to share them with others

and share a laugh.

Joke #10 A guy is sitting at home when he hears a knock

at the door. He opens the door and sees a snail on the

porch. He picks up the snail and throws it as far as he can.

Three years later, there’s a knock on the door. He opens it

and sees the same snail. The snail says "What the hell was

that all about?"

Joke #9 A man goes to a psychiatrist and says, “Doc, my

brother’s crazy, he thinks he’s a chicken.” The doctor says,

“Why don’t you turn him in?”The guy says, “We would. But

we need the eggs.”

Joke #8 A Husky walks into a telegraph office and writes on the blank

paper woof. woof. woof. woof. woof. woof. woof. woof. woof. The clerk

examined the paper and politely told the dog: “There are only nine

words here. You could send another ‘Woof’ for the same price.”

“But,” the dog replied, “that would make no sense at all.”

Joke #7 A turtle was walking down an alley in New York when he was

mugged by a gang of snails. A police detective came to investigate

and asked the turtle if he could explain what happened.

The turtle looked at the detective with a confused look on his face and

replied “I don't know, it all happened so fast.”

Joke #6 A scientist and a philosopher were being chased by a hungry

lion. The scientist made some quick calculations, he said “it's no good

trying to outrun it, its catching up”.

The philosopher kept a little ahead and replied “I am not trying tooutrun the lion, I am trying to outrun you!”

Nancy Galway, BSW, RSW, MH

Nancy is a Life Enhancer and Chief Snow Angel at Snow Angels

Sanctuary.

Visit Nancy at her wellness Centre at 11 Main St., Alexandria Tel: 613-

930-7711

[email protected]

www.snowangelssanctuary.com

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"Helping people who are overwhelmed by the stress in their lives

by providing services and solutions that enhance lives."

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Local Dancers Bring Home The HardwareThe Studio “C” Competitive Dance Team recently had a successful couple of days at the

Flashdance Competition in Gatineau. Team Members range in age from 9 to 17 and

perform in several dance disciplines including Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Contemporary and

Ballroom. Collectively the group brought home 3 Gold, 15 Dynamic Gold and 3

Platinum awards. “We are very proud of our team members” commented Instructors

Candy and Alanna Pollard. “They work extremely hard, they support each others’

efforts and have a great outlook when it comes to competing with other dance

studios.” Studio “C” is celebrating its 20th dance season this year with their annual year

end Dance Recital at Aultsville Theatre on June 4th.

Pictured here are team members in costume for their Platinum winning production

number “Austin Powers”. From left to right on the floor: Shaelyn Samuel, Caitlyn

Acheson, Emily Morin. Kneeling: Sarah Heagle, Tia Simard, Mikaela Beaudette, Gennie

Besner, Alexx Gibeau. Standing: Jenna Sauve, Michela DiStefano, Jeremy Latour,

Kristina Elderbroom and Chelsey Girard.

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ROCK FOR CHARITY @

Remingtons in Cornwall.

TUESDAY MAY 17

Joel Sauve @ Snails II in Cornwall.

SATURDAY MAY 14Benefit Concert for Youth ChallengeInternational @ General Vanier in Cornwall.

SATURDAY MAY 14

Rock the Playground Benefit @

Snails in Cornwall.

SATURDAY MAY 14Melanie McDonald and the GETrio @ La Maison in Cornwall.

SATURDAY MAY 14

Ambush @ Bojangles in Cornwall.

FRIDAY MAY 20Gordon Lightfoot @ The Civic

Complex in Cornwall.

Read, Learn & Grow by the Cornwall Public Library - www.library.cornwall.on.ca

TUESDAY, MAY 17 - LE MARDI 17 MAI

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP - 6:30 PM

WEDNESDAY MAY 18 - LE MERCREDI 18 MAI

BABY TALES - HEALTHY BABIES PROGRAM - 10:00 AM

KIDS' CORNER - 10:00 AM - STORIES, SONGS FINGEER PLAYS AND CRAFTS

ADULT CHESS - 6:15 - 8:15 PM - ADULT BRIDGE - 6:15 - 8:15 PM

THURSDAY MAY 19 - LE JEUDI 19 MAIBABY TALES - HEALTHY BABIES PROGRAM - 10:00 AM

CORNWALL SCRABBLE - FUN WITH WORDS - 1:00 - 3:30 PM

FAMILY TWILIGHT TALES - 7:00 PMBRING IN YOUR KIDS IN THEIR PJ'S, SIT BACK AND ENJOY GREAT STORIES

LE COIN DES PETITS - 10 H 00 – 10 H 45DES HISTOIRES, DES BRICOLAGES ET DES - JEUX DE DOIGTS

45 Second Street East

Cornwall

ON K6H 5V1

tel: 613-932.4796

fax: 613-932-2715

SATURDAY, MAY 14 - LE SAMEDI 14 MAI

CLUB DE LECTURE LIVROMAGIE

LIRE RIME AVEC PLAISIR - 10 H 00

YOGA YOUTH - A GREAT ACTIVITY FOR KIDS - 10:00 AM

R.E.A.D. WITH DOGS

A PAWSITIVE EXPERIENCE FOR ALL - 11:00 AM

YOUR VERY OWN BOOK CLUB - 11:15 AM

AU DIAPSON - CHECK-MATES - 2:00 PM

MONDAY, MAY 16 - LE MARDI 16 MAI

Cornwall & Region Writers Society

Everyone welcome - 6:30 PM


FEATURED ITEMS THIS WEEKNATURAL SMOOTH OR CRUNCHY PEANUT BUTTER

JUST PEANUTS - NOTHING ADDEDONLY $ 2.49 / LB.

SULTANA RAISINS ONLY $ 1.99 / LB.

812 Pitt St. Unit 6 - 613-936-1998

3 cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp. baking soda

1/2 tsp. salt

SOME OF HELEN'S RECIPESI was very touched last week when Mr. Belanger called meat my store. He told me his wife, Helen had passed away fiveyears ago and he was breaking up housekeeping himself togo into a retirement home. He wanted to know if I wouldlike to have some of his wife's recipe books. That justtouched my heart, to think he would give them to me. Well,they have found a new home at my house, and I willcertainly put them to good use. There were even some ofmy newspaper recipes folded amongst the pages of thebooks. I truly appreciate the kindness offered to me in

sharing Helen's books. Here are some of her cookie recipes which she marked as " verygood " beside them. Thank you again Mr. Belanger for thinking of me. Enjoy a great week! Enjoy a great week!

PEANUT BUTTER AND JELLY COOKIESYou can make these cookies singly to pair up with jelly placed in between them

or you can roll the dough into balls and press a thumbprint indentation in each

to fill with jelly after baking them. Either way they will be delicious.

1/2 cup white sugar

1/2 cup packed brown sugar

1/2 cup shortening

1/2 cup peanut butter

METHOD;

• Heat your oven to 375 degrees F.

• In a large bowl, cream the shortening, white and brown sugar, peanut butter

and egg together until nice and fluffy.

• Stir in the flour, baking soda and baking powder and salt. Mix well.

• Shape the dough into 3/4 " balls. (Use our store's cookie scoop for quick

• shaping and same sized cookie balls.)

• Place the cookie balls 2" apart on parchment lined cookie sheets .

• Bake until set but not hard, about 10 minutes.

• Cool slightly before removing the cookies from the cookie sheet. Then place

them on a wire cooling rack to cool completely.

• Put cookies together in pairs with jelly in the middle.

• Makes about 4- 1/2 dozen sandwich cookies.

VARIATION; PEANUT BUTTER THUMBPRINTS

• Shape the dough into 1" balls.

• Roll the cookie balls in 1/2 cup finely chopped peanuts.

• Place the cookie balls about 3" apart on parchment lined cookie sheets.

• Press your thumb deep into the centre of each cookie ball.

• Bake for about 10 to 12 minutes in a 375 degree F. oven.

• Fill each thumbprint indentation with some jelly or jam.

• This will make about 3 1/2 dozen cookies.

NO-ROLL SUGAR COOKIES - Makes about 8 dozen cookies.

(Please note there is no egg asked for in this version of sugar cookie.)

2 cups white sugar

2 cups butter or margarine, softened

1 cup angel flake coconut

1 tsp. vanilla

METHOD;• Heat your oven to 350 degrees F.

• Cream the sugar, butter and vanilla together until nice and fluffy. Stir in the coconut.

• Stir in the flour, baking soda and salt and mix well

• Shape the dough by rounded teaspoonfuls into balls. ( Or use our handy cookie scoop. )• Place the cookie balls about 3" apart on a parchment lined cookie sheet.

• Flatten the cookie balls with the greased bottom of a glass dipped in white

sugar.

• Bake until the edges of the cookies turn golden brown, about 8 to 10 minutes.

• Cool completely on wire cooling racks.

• Store loosely covered.

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1- 1/4 cups all-purpose or whole wheat flour

3/4 tsp. baking soda

1/2 tsp. baking powder

1/4 tsp. salt

VARIATION; SOFT SUGAR COOKIES

• Decrease the sugar to 1 -1/2 cups and the butter to 1- 1/2 cups. Add 1 egg

with the sugar. Substitute 1 tsp. baking powder for the baking soda. Flatten the

cookies to 2 " in diameter.

Bake until set ( cookies will be pale in colour ), for 7 to 9 minutes. Cool slightly

before removing them from the baking pans. Store in a tightly covered cookie tin.

CRISPY OATMEAL - RAISIN COOKIES - Makes 3 to 4 dozen cookies.

3/4 cup packed brown sugar

3/4 cup shortening

1 tsp. vanilla

1 egg

3 cups oat flake cereal with raisins and almonds ( I suggest using Post Honey

Bunches of Oats with Almonds cereal. Then if you wish, just throw in 1/2 cup of

raisins.)

1- 1/4 cups all- purpose flour

1 tsp. baking powder

1/2 tsp. salt

1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon

METHOD;

• Heat your oven to 400 degrees F.

• In a large bowl, cream the brown sugar and shortening together until nice

and fluffy.

• Beat in the egg and vanilla and mix well.

• Stir in the flour, baking powder, salt , cinnamon and cereal.

• Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls about 2" apart onto parchment lined cookie

sheets.

• Bake cookies until lightly browned, about 8 to 10 minutes.

• Cool on wire cooling racks.

BIRTHANNOUNCEMENT

Meaka Constantineauwould like to announce

the birth

of her baby brother,

Cayleb Constantineau,born April 28, 2011

weighing

7 pounds 14 ounces.

Congratulations.

Your family loves you.


Call Niki for info or appt.613-528-1770

Cell: 613-933-4170

www.silhouettescanada.ca

EL TOROTATTOO

“We take pride in our hide”Must be 18 years of age

or parent consent

All disposable needles & tubes.Bring your own design.

612 Montreal Rd. [email protected]

613-932-0740

On the Rocks

On the last day, the climax of the festival, Jesus stood and shouted to the

crowds, “Anyone who is thirsty may come to me! Anyone who believes in

me may come and drink! For the Scriptures declare, ‘Rivers of living

water will flow from his heart.’’ John 7:37-39 NLT

Driving to work one day, I noticed that huge rocks had been placed

in the yard of a new home under construction. I wondered what they

were planning and what kind of equipment had been used to put

such massive stones into place.

A few days later I drove past again. The formation was more

predictable. I could see what they were making. In fact, it was partly

finished. A large waterfall stood like a beacon sending a message

from the yard—water tumbled freely and powerfully down the

stairway of rocks.

As my eyes followed the path of the water, I thought of the words of

Jesus: “Anyone who believes in me may come and drink! For the

Scriptures declare, ‘Rivers of living water will flow from his heart.”This

water sure was living, it was downright lively. It ran like a Formula

One race track twisting and turning, spraying and foaming.

Jesus wants to do that in us. He wants to so fill us with the Holy Spirit

that we overflow with abundant joy. His Spirit in us will come spilling

out, quenching the thirst of those we come in contact with. He will

send those who are thirsty to cross our path so we can share the

refreshment and strength that He’s given us.

Does your life seem dry and parched? Come to the fountain and drink the

living water. Be revived.

Oren Cole, Pastor/Corps Leader

Cornwall Community Church

500 York Street, Cornwall, K6J 3Z8

613-932-7515 office - 613-363-5591 cell

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perceived by most people as an insurance

product that may not affect their lives

I am sure everyone can reflect on a particular

circumstance where a friend, relative of fellow

worker has been affected by a critical illness.

An illness of this magnitude will have a far

reaching affect on caregivers,friends and

relatives who are attempting to cope with an illness such as

cancer,stroke,heart attack and all other twenty-four illnesses covered by

a critical illness plan.

The benefit of owning a critical illness insurance plan, is that it provides

you with a one time payment if you are diagnosed and survive an illness

covered by your plan. Having this extra measure of financial security

helps keep you afloat in a time of crisis giving you freedom to

concentrate on what is most important – your recovery.

Critical Illness Insurance is available with a return of premium, if after 15

Years you do not claim on your Critical Illness policy you may receive all

your paid in premiums.

The benefit of the return of premium is you have coverage in place if you

sustain a critical illness,and if the benefit is not needed after 15 years

minimum you would have a substantial savings plan.

A critical illness would also incur additional expenses such as requiring

the help of a caregiver, additional treatments and surgeries, travelling

costs, renovations to accommodate physical impairment, and loss of income.

Critical illness from Sun Life Financial automatically includes access to Best Doctors.

If you become ill Best Doctors connects you and your treating physician to world

renowned specialists to confirm your diagnosis and treatment options without you

having to leave your home.

Today more than ever people are surviving illnesses that were once fatal. Your well

being and the well being of your family or business depend on the strength of your

financial plan. Adding Critical Illness Insurance to your plan can help see you through

such a life changing event.

Peter Dugdale - 613-932-7405

Email: [email protected]

www.sunlife.ca/peter.dugdale

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5:30pm Cocktails6:30pm Dinner

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WEEDS and FLOWERS

Is this your relationship?

Sometimes you just don’t know, or sometimes you think

you know but you are just not sure. You are torn between

your intuition, your heart and that voice in your head that

causes more confusion than clarity.

Spring has arrived, and with spring comes the desire to get

out and play in our flower beds.

Every year in the fall I have a “should” do when it comes to

my plants, and that “should” is to put a marker so I know

where I have plants. The problem, my “should” just never

seems to happen, fall turns to winter, and spring arrives

once again, only to wonder what is a flower and what is a

weed. Now some are obvious to me, others a bit confusing.

I ponder whether or not I should pull what I think is a weed,

but, maybe just maybe it is a flower. If I pull out that

possible weed, I will never know. On the other hand if I pull

out what I believe to be a weed, it will leave room for my

flowers to expand and bloom in a healthy garden.

What do weeds and flowers have to do with your personal

relationships, whether they are your intimate relationship

or friends in your life? Well, as I was working in my flower

beds this past weekend, it became very clear to me there is

a correlation.

I realized some relationships we are feeding and nurturing

are WEEDS! Some of these weeds are toxic to our well

being, and yet we pour our energy into seeing if this weed

will turn into a flower, despite our better judgement. We

put ourselves in a state of denial and we do this for many

reasons, “FOG” comes to mind for me. What is “FOG”?

Simply put, it is our Fears, Obligations and Guilt.

Do you have weeds in your life? Are these weeds in your life

because of “FOG”? I encourage you to take a look at the

relationships in your life, and determine which relationships are

weeds that you need to pull and those that are flowers that you

want to nurture and grow.

We all know weeds will choke out flowers if left unattended. We all

know flowers bring beauty to our lives, they make us feel good,

cheer us up when we are feeling down and brighten every space in

our lives.

Do you need help with the weeds in your life? Not sure how to start

pulling them out of your life and replacing them with flowers in your

life?

I can assist you with this transformation; you will become clear in

your decisions and release the “FOG” that keeps you from making

the necessary changes in your life.

I am The Sizzle Coach; I am here to assist you with The Journey

to Self-Discovery. You are worth it! And only you can change it! Are

you hesitant or curious? Do you want clarity in your life? Do you

want to make positive changes in your life? Do you want to discover

who you are? Have more questions? Call Janet today. 613-360-7933

and start your Journey!!!

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uncertainty,a flower embracing the rays of sunlight

the promise of rain*

Woman.

at lasta lover,a wife,

a mother,a cook,

a counselor,a bread-winner,

a child inside a parent,a teacher,

an apprentice,a confidant,a therapist,

a friend,alone.

*Eve,

woman,a woman who does

a woman who is;woman kind,woman bold,woman wise.

I am woman;I wear the hats of life,

I would not change a single one forcrown, cap, or other hat.

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LOOKING FOR a RegalRepresentative?

Call Tammy. 613-935-7318www.cornwall.shopregal.ca

LOST--On May 11, 2011,between Cornwall, HeadlineRd., and St. Andrew's West---brand new black leather chaps.Fell off the back of themotorcycle somewhere in thatarea. They were a gift for myhusband, and he is devastated.Please call me, so I can comepick them up. We appreciateyour honesty. Jo Ann613-345808

LOT FOR SALE: 3 ACRESbacking on to the Raisin

River Located on VALADE ROAD

asking $39,900 Telephone 613-577-6638 / 613-936-8083

FOR SALE: 1998 Ford TaurusSHO, V8, auto. Runs well,fully loaded. A deal at $1,500.Tel. 613-932-8488

FOR SALE: Hitch for 2002 upNissan Altima, Adapter, Brandbew #77031. Asking $125 Call613-932-8488 ask for Steve.

FOR SALE: Utility trailer 4x8- $175 OBO call 613-932-5810

DINE WITH A WATER VIEW@ RCAFA WING 424

240 WATER ST. WESTWEEKLY WINGS &

"THINGS" AND

GEORGIE'S KARAOKEEVERY WEDNESDAY

FROM 4:30 ONALL WELCOME!!

GUITAR LESSONS2o Minutes North of Cornwall

Ph: 613 930 2499

FOR SALE: 1955 PlymouthSavoy. 2 door runs good, drivesgood, $4,500 OBO. Call Brent613-932-5810

LOOKING FOR BASSGUITAR LESSONS?

Contact Marc at (613) 938-3759

LOOKING FOR: a maleYorkshire Terrier for breeding.Call 613-938-0232


Got something to sell, trade, give away etc.

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDFOR COOKBOOK

to try at home, or just providefrom countries of the worldrecipes (any kind includingbeverages) of the 350 groups andnations constituting the geneticmake-up of Akwesasne,Cornwall and SD&G. Eachperson will have its picturebeside the flag of the countryrecipe. For the listing of nationsplease visitwww.paradeofnations.comunder People’s FestivalFundraising, then under groupsand nations or call Marie Morrell613-936-6873. To submit yourrecipes send [email protected] ormail to 1621 Joyce St, Cornwall,On K6J 1Y8.

FOR SALE: dishwasher...worksfine (just inherited from fatherwho upgraded). $100 firm! Call938-7808

FOR SALE: small freezer(retails for $260) selling for $150firm! Reason for selling?Inherited from father whoupgraded! Call 938-7808

FOR SALE: Stove wood,mixed hardwood, $85 a corddelivered. 613-330-5856

FOR SALE: Kubota 3 Cyl.Garden Tractor, 50” cut, asking$1,500 OBO. Call 6130932-5810

FOR SALE: Upright freezer$65 33inches high, white,Telephone 613-932-6584

FOR SALE: Practicalhandyman encyclopedia 1963$25. Ornamental stars $20.Books hard cover $1.50 each. 76x10 tarps $3 each. Coffee table$5 each. Chili toy homemadechairs $3 each. 613-930-9129

FOR SALE: Tree standaluminum with 17 tree steps andharness $150. Tree stand steel$100. Car cover cotton $50.Pressure cooker $20. Call Brian.613-347-3091

FOR SALE: 6 month gymmembership $200. Inline skatessize 6 $30 613-937-3235

YARD SALE: May 15, 9am to12pm, golf clubs, portabletoilet, bicycle, wine glasses,kids and ladies skates andmore. $200 for all. 59-176Marguerite d'Youville.

Rock for Charity XV is Friday May 13th 2011 at

Remington's Deli and Bar (101 Montreal Road in Cornwall

Ontario). The show features Cornwall music legend Marc Muir with

Rodney Rivette, plus Kings Bishop, Coming of Age, White Mariah, Elly

May, Kenn Taylor, Geneviève Lacroix, and host Jason Setnyk. It's all ages,

6pm doors, and $5 minimum donation at the door.

All of the money

raised on Friday May

13th goes towards the

Cornwall site of the

Ottawa Children's

Treatment Centre. The

money will be

earmarked to the

Getting Started

program that helps

children who have

autism. To date Rock

for Charity has raised

over $5500 for various

local charities and non

profit groups that

make Cornwall and

SD&G a better

community to live in.

Dear Seeker Chicks

Cultural DirectoryIn Cornwall, we are now creating awareness for the art culture of our genetic

make-up, under all its aspects. Art is a great venue to boost our regional

economy. There is a lot of talent in our community and it would be nice to

know who are the individuals and groups composing our art culture. As

discussed during the “Cultural plan” sessions, we need to create a directory

and I am offering to take the lead to put one together. .The Collector’s

Museum Multicultural and Art Centre- International, in collaboration with

The Parade of nations has gathered the names of over 200 people already.

Without a doubt, our Regional Art Gallery and The Cornwall and Seaway

Valley Tourism would be happy to distribute this directory and our local

media will encourage the endeavour. Bottom line, united together for the

greater good. Send me your group’s name at [email protected] or

[email protected]

Marie Morrell

Seeker CROSSWORD solutions from page 4

UPCOMING YARDSALE NOTICE:

I'm having a Garage/Yard Sale on the long weekend this month on

Saturday 21 May, Sunday 22 May, and Monday 23 May (if required)

Something for everyone from nuts and bolts to furniture.

Address of the sale is: 21117 County Road 18 (Concession 5) in North

Lancaster.

Directions: Hwy 34 North to Brown House, East to North Lancaster (5 km)


We will be working on our 19TH ISSUE of Volume 2

and it will be out next week on Friday, May 20or read the paper online

www.thelocalseeker.com

DEADLINES FOR NEXT ISSUE Tuesday at 5pm

We hope that you have enjoyed reading

this issue of The Local Seeker

We would love to hear from you.Your comments are always welcome.

613-935-8101 - Classifieds 613-362-2354email: [email protected]

and together we are

THE SEEKER CHICKS

I’m Julia

the

Web Designer

and I’m Mai-Liis

the

Graphic Designer

I am the guy known

around Cornwall

for wandering

anywhere and

everywhere on foot

or on my bicycle. I

leisurely explore and

experience the sights and sounds of this

community and periodically sit down in

public places to document my ideas and

experiences. I call this "chilling out

professionally".

I sometimes hang out at a joint called The

Napoleon Delicatessen. Napoleon's is a

joint but never a dive; the difference

being is that a joint remains consistent,

while a dive is a place on the way down.

Joints like Napoleon’s are also creatures of

neighbourhoods and critics who dismiss

this type of eating establishment, lose out

on bare-knuckled food, good-hearted (if

rarely good-natured) service, and a

rambunctious ambiance well into the

wee hours of the morning.

The door is also always open to me at the

Tim Hortons at Eastcourt Mall. Sometimes

when I'm out wandering around town, I

enjoy popping in for coffee in the middle

of the night. Timmies is one of Cornwall's

most popular evening hangouts. Many of

the regulars here treat it like a British pub.

As a result, the atmosphere is conducive to

saying hello to a friendly face, to following

that up by sitting down at a table, and to

starting a conversation with some of the

other customers.

What has inspired me to do all this chilling

out professionally? Well, for one, the Slow

Movement. This global movement is

challenging the cult of speed and the

feeling that we have gotten to the point

where even instant gratification seems to

take too long.

The Slow Movement is about balance and

about what musicians call the "tempo

giusto" - the right speed. Be fast when it

makes sense to be fast, and be slow when

slowness is called for. After all, evolution

works on the principle of survival of the

fittest, not the fastest.

By the same token, I enjoy spending the

occasional Summer Sunday night at

Cornwall Motor Speedway where speed

remains a healthy form of entertainment

not inconsistent with the principles of the

Slow Movement and of chilling out

professionally.

Professionally Chilling With ...

Gary Friedman

SUNDAY MAY 15, 201111am - 2pm

Lamoureux Park Clock

Tower - Water Street

FOOD & BEVERAGES:

There will be a barbecue

with proceeds going to

SASS.

Prizes for Top Walker, Top Team, Best Strut, Coolest

Catwalk & Most Flamboyant Footwork!

Men: Join local celebrities and other concerned men by

strapping on high heels and find out what it’s like to “Walk a

Mile in Her Shoes.” Register as an individual, join an existing

team or create your own team. Set a personal fundraising goal;

ask family, friends and co-workers to support you. Bring your

family and friends to cheer you on! Be a leader in your

community - walk the walk! Shoes provided.

To participate: call: 613 932 1755 ext. 21 or

email: [email protected]

Walk the walk & make a difference!

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