Parents always want to raise their babies in the best possible way. In the past 100 years, there has been no shortage of experts to tell them how. Mostly, new moms and dads are a little sensitive about getting much advice from their parents. After all, when these young folk look at the disastrous results of their own parents' potions upon them, why would they want to repeat such a fiasco? Since it is not totally unusual for children to think of their own parents as well-meaning, bumbling fumblers, the obvious place to turn for advice is a book.
By Rev. Kenneth Marple, M.A. Babies Must Endure Many Fads
Parents always want to raise their babies in the best possible way. In the past 100 years, there has been no shortage of experts to tell them how. Mostly, new moms and dads are a little sensitive about getting much advice from their parents. After all, when these young folk look at the disastrous results of their own parents' potions upon them, why would they want to repeat such a fiasco? Since it is not totally unusual for children to think of their own parents as well-meaning, bumbling fumblers, the obvious place to turn for advice is a book. By Evangelist Eric Smith Summer is over as children are going back to school. Students have returned to college. As I write this most schools will be starting classes this week or have already begun. Some may not start class until after Labor Day. With this fact come changes in life’s pattern from summer to fall activities and different routines. So be aware of bus stops and children that may be hurrying to catch the bus and not paying attention to the other things around them. Let’s keep our children safe.
By Jim Lewis There is a neat story about how they catch monkeys in the jungles of Borneo. A hollowed out coconut with a hole in one end is attached to a chain and staked out to something solid. They spread green bananas around it on the jungle floor and inside the coconut they put some smashed up banana. As the monkeys pass through they start eating the bananas and invariably one discovers the coconut. The hole is large enough for his hand to fit in, but not to get it out with a hand full of banana! The desire to hang onto the treat outweighs logic and common sense and eventually the tired out monkey is caught. He just won’t let go.
Love songs of many years ago told a story and you could understand the words. Are You Old Enough To Remember This One Sung By Ladies and Men At Parties around an upright piano All Over the Country In 1937. Later after WWII started and ladies were welcome in barrooms and joined their men in singing, it was a "Top Of The List" on the Radio
By Canton Fitness Center Weight Loss After 60
For many people, getting older means life gets better and slows down a little. There is a comfort zone and focus that was possibly lacking earlier in life, but one thing that doesn’t seem to get easier is staying fit. Most people find keeping in shape, healthy and at a steady weight a challenge from about 40 onward. Weight tends to creep upwards as hormones change, lifestyle changes and aches and pains increase. Getting older doesn’t mean throwing in the towel, it just means being more conscientious and diligent. A few tips that might help are outlined in the rest of the article. By Charles Rockwell As I take truly pen in hand, I wish to enlighten my thirteen readers of life 100 years ago. That is way before my time.
At the old white mill, it ran on water power and sometimes by steam. The mill sacked up two flours, "Golden Rod" and "Pride of Canton." Then the "dragmen", with his horse and wagon, delivered the flour about town to various households and businesses. (The mill no longer has the horse but they do currently have the delivery wagon). One day an irate housewife came bursting into the white mill with a complaint. "I ordered "Pride of Canton" and he brought me "Golden Rod." By Elaine Gee Hi everyone. Can you believe it? I am starting my news on Friday.
Hazel and Roger, Judy Bristol and myself called on Madeline Sjoblom and Marilyn Calkins, Nell Calkins, Gladys Scott, Mable Lewis, Lynn Ayers at Twin Oaks Personal Care Home, Friday. We went to wish Madeline a happy birthday. Sunday, Bob and Evelyn called on me. Edie and her three granddaughters came down in the morning as they heard I had a headache and had it all day. I am talking to Judy and said that Gerald and Marjorie Pratt celebrated their anniversary. Laura, Vi and Ron were here on Monday morning. Get well wishes go out to Bob Garrison. Your friends at Troy Lunch miss you. By Lorelei Colton Autumn is trying its darnedest to invade what little bit of summer we have left to enjoy. We had a mere 45 degrees last Wednesday morning around 6am. Most of us are complaining of allergy issues such as headache, sneezing, itchy eyes, and general all-over achiness. We even have our dog Palin on an allergy regimen following a brief trip to the vet clinic.
The big news on Sister Street this past week was an abundance of yard sales. Well, three. Not bad for a street with only nine houses.
Our neighbor Kenny has a new car (a bright red one). Yard sales can be kinda fun if it wasn't for the work involved. I patronized the other two but only spent 50¢ at one and 35¢ at the other. I have to watch my expenditures as my two daughters and I are planning a trip to Florida soon to visit my oldest son. He has been building a patio and having the guest bathroom remodeled so he is looking forward to some company. I hope he is not doing the renovation himself. By Fr. Michael McCormick Dear Readers,
September, already! How did that happen? I happen to love this month. The hot days of summer are waning. The kids are back in school. Things somehow seem “normal”. It is also a great month in the Church Calendar. We dedicate the month to our Lady of Sorrows. During September, the Liturgy does not focus on one particular mystery of Christ. Throughout August we focused on the Bread of Life discourse in the 6th chapter of the Gospel of John and the Real Presence of Jesus in Holy Communion. We now return to the Gospel of Mark. We will view the mystery of Christ in all its aspects. We follow the life of Christ through the Gospels, and focus on the teachings and parables of Jesus and what it means for us to be a follower of Christ. During Ordinary Time we can concentrate more on the saints and imitate their holiness as Christ's followers. By Kathie Lepper There were items in the newsbox, so I'm off to a good start this morning here on "The Ridge". It's a very warm day, which seems to be the norm when the children head back to school.
Residents here want to thank all the gardeners who shared their bountiful harvest with us. It's very much appreciated. It was reported that seven residents were at the Thursday Coffee Chat hour. I didn't make it again, as I went to Mansfield with my sister Jeannette May to do some shopping. While there we stopped in the Pizza Hut for lunch before heading home. Wednesday, LaVonne McNett and seven other Canton Garden Club members journeyed to Elkland to view "Miss Emma's" gardens and small buildings. "What an amazing place," LaVonne commented. She said they lunched next door at a quaint small town restaurant. On their way home, they stopped at Martin's Garden Center in Middlebury Center. When I saw Arlene Quail earlier, she said that she spent Friday through Monday with her daughter, Susan and Tim in LaPorte. On Saturday, they attended a steak cookout at the Sonestown Legion. Caroline Weightman from Shunk came to visit Arlene on Thursday and brought her a beautiful bouquet of glads. Now that school is in session, the chef sat down and talked to a few students asking for suggestions for their lunch boxes. Here are some of their ideas.
Lunch Box Pita Pockets Kids can assemble these pita meals themselves, right there at the lunch table 1/2 Cup deli ham, chopped Honey Ham 1/2 Cup shredded lettuce 1/4 Cup shredded carrot 1/4 Cup ranch dressing 1 pita bread round, cut in half Place ham, lettuce, and carrot in a resealable plastic bag. Pour ranch dressing into a small resealable container. Wrap pita bread in plastic wrap. Pack the ham mixture, ranch dressing, and pita bread along with a spoon in a lunch box or bag until lunch time. Assemble pita pocket by spooning the ham mixture into each pita half and drizzling the ranch dressing on top. Chef's note: variations include chopped pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, and pizza sauce; chopped bacon, shredded lettuce, chopped tomato, and Ranch dressing; or sliced apples and peanut butter. By John Shaffer On Sunday, the President announced that the name of the highest peak in North America, Mt. McKinley, would revert to Denali (which means “the great one” or “the big mountain” and is one of the names used by native Americans to refer to the mountain). We do not have strong feelings whether the peak's name should be Mt. McKinley or Denali. The congressional delegation from Alaska has been in favor of the latter and the Ohio delegation has been in favor of the former. (Mr. McKinley, our 25th President, was from Ohio.) Mr. McKinley’s biggest mistake probably is to be a dead, white male, and a Republican one at that. We doubt that the President would have changed the name if Mr. McKinley had been a progressive Democrat; but we’ll never know. What we do know is that Mr. McKinley, our 25th President (assassinated in 1901), served in the Civil War. He also served in the US House of Representatives and as Governor of Ohio. He earned and deserves our respect and admiration.
By Kathy Austin Dorothy Roupp is home from Geisinger Hospital and doing well after undergoing a kidney transplant. All of our prayers and sympathies are with her after the loss of her husband Graydon Roupp.
Our thoughts and prayers are out to Lois Ribovich for illness and to Kenny Collister, Sr., who is recovering from heart surgery. Several have gone back to college and we wish them well: Samantha Vroman is back at Lycoming College; Alyssa Black is at Grove City; Emily Black is at Penn State; Chelsea Heatley is going to Mansfield; Kayla Ward is going to Bloomsburg University; Travis Butcher is at Wilkes University; and Kerry Moon is giong to Mansfield University. Good luck to all of you. |
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