Drawing A Line Through Time - Jeremy J. Paynter (Disabled Pen and Ink Artist)

Message from Jeremy: 

For 2012 I tried to make the calendar a sampling of beautiful homes from all over the island, so I hope you enjoy the newest edition of my "Drawing A Line Through Time" collection of heritage homes and businesses of PEI. I chose the beautiful "Beaconsfield House" in Charlottetown for my cover because it represents what I think PEI is all about; a welcoming, warm and positive place to live.

The calendars are $15 each and once again, I will be donating a dollar from the sale of each calendar to PEI Cerebral Palsy to help with their office expenses.
I would like to Thank you in advance for your support.

Calendars available for purchase at PCC Inc., 420 Read Drive, Summerside. (1-902-436-0005). Look for Jeremy at various island craft fairs taking place across the island. Calendars may also be purchased through Jeremy's mom, Charlene Dawson (maggiemae1292001@yahoo.ca) (1-902-887-2240)

STORM BASKETBALL - UPDATED PRE SEASON SCHEDULE

Summerside PE - The Summerside STORM, PEI’s entry in the NBL are pleased to announce the offering of Summer STORM Basketball Camps to be held across Prince Edward Island. Through the support of presenting sponsor Roger’s Communications, the STORM will offer Prince Edward Island youth basketball players the opportunity to learn from the pro’s.
“Our camps are closely aligned with the STORM’s mission of engaging the community and growing the sport throughout the province. We are very excited to be able to work with our youth to offer this opportunity to help them improve their game” said co-owner Duncan Shaw.
The summer camps will be instructed by STORM head coach Joe Salerno with instruction from STORM players and will include; stretching, individual instruction, fundamental drill stations, contests, and team games, as well as the opportunity to interact with NBL professional STORM players. Coach Salerno has confirmed that STORM players Doug McKinney, Chris Cayole, and Eric Gilchrese will each be involved in the camps.
“We were extremely excited with the turnout and success of STORM March break camps, and look forward to continuing to build relationships with young players and communities across the Island. We look forward to helping potential future STORM players take their game to new levels this summer!” stated Coach Salerno
2012 Camp dates and locations;
July 9-12th- Westisle Composite High School Elmsdale
July 23-26th- Birchwood Intermediate Charlottetown
August 6-9th- Three Oaks Senior High Summerside
August 20-23rd- Souris Regional High Souris
STORM camps are available to grades 4-11 students. Grades 4-7 will be offered from 9:00 AM- 12:30 PM, while the grades 8-11 camps will be staged from 1:30 PM- 5:00 PM. Cost of the camp is $100 (plus taxes) and includes a camp t-shirt as well as a camp photo.
For more information on the camps or to receive a registration form e-mail info@stormbasketball.ca or visit our website at www.stormbasketball.ca

submitted by EOV staff reporter Joey Blacquiere 

The Tour of the Cows Creamery

The clients and staff of P.C.C. went on a tour of Cows Creamery in Cornwall, PEI on Wednesday afternoon, September 21, 2011.  The tour guide took us around and showed us all the different stuff they make there. They make T-shirts and cheese and ice-cream. They gave us a sample of  their ice-cream. It is a big place. They have a very nice place.


submitted by staff reporter Joni Miner


www.cowscreamery.com

Fall

by Cody Smith

Fall is here, and the air is getting colder.

The leaves are changing color and falling off onto the ground.

Thanksgiving is in the fall, and is the perfect time to spend time with family.

Winter is also drawing closer.

I love winter, but for now, fall will have to do.

Mayor Basil Stewart – Putting Yourself Out There

Mayor Basil Stewart

EOV Reporter – Joey Blacquiere

After Mayor Basil Stewart graduated from school he enlisted and was accepted into the Police

Academy. After working many years as a Police officer in the City of Summerside, someone suggested he would make a great mayor and he decided to throw his hat in the ring and run. He was elected and he's been there ever since.

We asked the mayor for advice on getting more involved in the community. He shared with us that as a youngster he was shy but that being a police officer and having to deal with people on a daily basis helped him a lot with that. He also strongly suggested getting to know your city and it's people by volunteering with organizations within the city and to keep on top of what's happening in your city by reading the local paper, and visiting the city web site. By presenting yourself as a friendly and positive member of your community willing to pitch in and do your part.

For folks who live in the City of Summerside the City web site is

http://www.city.summerside.pe.ca/

Non-profit organizations near Summerside, PE

Boys & Girls Club of Summerside

364 Notre Dame St, Summerside (902) 436-9403

Notre Dame Place

67 Duke St, Summerside (902) 888-2237

Family Service PEI Inc

109 Water St, Summerside (902) 436-9171

Big Brothers-Big Sisters Of PEI

4 Summer St, Summerside (902) 436-8122

Jars Of Clay Cafe

314 First St, Summerside (902) 436-3122

Victim Services

Summerside (902) 888-8218

Driving Miss Joni

EOV's Joni Miner Gets Her Beginner's Permit!

One of my goals has been to get my Beginner's Driving Permit but I discovered in my journey that I needed some support. I need someone to assist me in organizing the pickup of the Learner's Booklet, the breaking down and reviewing of the booklet info, and scheduling my Beginner's Permit appointment. So this summer I took a class offered at PCC Inc. (motto: Prepare. Challenge. Create.) that was facilitated by Rachel Ellsworth. Rachel assisted me and as a team we broke down the booklet info. Rachel created worksheets which I completed each week, in addition to taking notes. In my opinion, Rachel was a perfect instructor because she took the time to explain what to study and worked with me on what was the best way for me to study “the how to”. On September 9^th, 2009, Rachel took me to Access PEI and at 11 A.M. I took my Beginner's Permit test. I was permitted to take the test verbally. The entire process took approximately one hour and I am proud to announce that I successfully passed the exam. I got all 21 signs correct and answered correctly 44 out of the 50 questions.

Submitted by Joni Miner

Joey Blacquiere of EOV also recently received his Beginner's. Congratulations to both of you.

Summerside Storm! Our Basketball Team!

Learning Disabilities Association of Canada - 18th National Conference

LDAC - 18th National Conference
Sept 29th to Oct 21st, 2011
http://ldac2011conference.com/

The Aftermath of Tropical Storm Irene

The Storm

A poem about Hurricane Irene by Cody Smith

The storm is raging, blowing winds and stinging rains.

The waves, high and wild, buoys thrown and tossed by the gusts and the waves.
The sun fights to shine through clouds, but it is of no use as the storm blocks the struggling rays.
The rain, beats the ground, the soil runs red, soaking those brave and foolish enough to dare the elements.

Before Irene finishes her tantrum, she will shake your house, blow over your garbage can, force you to go out and pick it up, she will knock over trees, even damage buildings and throw you around.

L.A. Noire Review (PC, XBOX360, PS3) (Rockstar Games)

Hi, today, I am reviewing the videogame L.A. Noire.  This game takes place in Los Angeles in the 1940's.  In this game, you play as a war hero named Cole Phelps.  When you begin, you start out in patrol, which is the tutorial on how to play the game.  After you finish the tutorial, you get promoted to a detective.  As a detective, you start out in traffic, all together there are four different desks you can work at, Traffic, Homocide, Vice, and Arson.  After completing one case, you move onto the next, until you get promoted to the next desk.  During the game, you can solve street crimes. In order to find street crimes, you drive arounnd the city in any Police vehicle, and when you hear a call on the radio, you have to press a button, what button depends on what system you own, and when you do, you drive to that crime with the siren on, or off if you prefer, depending on what crime it is, you may have to do a number of things to solve it, also, you can press and hold down on a button, once again depending on your game system, to have your partner drive to a street crime, or anywhere you want, your partner can act as your chaufeur and drive you around all over the city.  In this game, there are high speed car chases through the streets, shootouts in alleys or in buildings.  You can interview suspects at scenes, and when you do, keep an eye on their body language and face to see if they're lying, holding something back, or telling the truth.  Only accuse someone of lying when you have the evidence to back it up.  You can go back and replay cases to get a better rank, or get something you may have missed, or to solve missed street crimes.  That's L.A. Noire in a nutshell.

Summer

By

Cody Smith

In the summer, it is hot, and a perfect time to go to the beach, 

or to spend as much time as you can out doors, 

the activities that are perfect for the summer months are 

swimming, camping, and various others.  

I like and dislike summer because of the heat, 

but the heat can be taken care of with a trip to the pool, 

or drinking cold water, soda or eating ice cold ice cream. 

 Summer is also great because of how fresh the air is.  

The weather is perfect for sitting outside playing with dogs, 

reading a favorite book, 

or even taking a nap outside on a hot summer day.  

One of the best places to go in the summer is the beach, 

it's a great way to relax and to cool down on a hot summer day.  

Another thing to do at the beach is to sit or lay back and read a good book.

Space

By

Cody Smith

Space is a vast expanse that has billions upod billions of Stars, Planets, Comets, and a multitude of other things that are very interesting and jaw dropping.  Space is never ending, and a beautiful thing to behold, I'd love to one day go up and explore the vastness of Space.

The Sky

By

Cody Smith

The sky is clear and blue with light fluffy clouds.  The sky lights up in the day, then becomes pitch black in the dead of night, it is red in sunrise and sunset, the sky is a miracle to behold and quite beautiful.  It is one of the many wonders of the universe, and it's very peaceful to sit down and look up at the sky, or to lay down and look at the sky as well, it brings a person peace just staring up at it.

5 Health Tips

Today we'd like to share five more easy health tips you can put to work in your life, no matter how busy you are.

1. Try combining foods.  Do not add raisins and figs with meats.  Food combining doesn't work well for everyone but for those it does work for the results are quick and significant.
2. Avoid fried foods. Yes, I'm sorry, NO Kentucky Fried Chicken, French Fries or anything else that comes out of a vat of boiling oil.
3. Drink the purest water you can. If your local water company is dumping chlorine, fluoride, and God only knows what else into the water for "Your Protection", you must purchase a good water filter.
4. Do not eat late at night. Even better, don't eat anything at all once you push yourself away from the table after your evening meal.
5. Take a good brisk walk every day. While you're moving those old legs of yours and swinging your arms, be sure to take plenty of deep breaths. Morning walks are the best for a number of reasons, not the least of which is that you'll probably be too busy at the end of the day.

HONEY BBQ SAUCE RECIPE

Ingredients:

3 cups chopped onions

1 ½ tablespoons minced garlic

4 tablespoons oil

1 cup water

¼ cup honey mustard

2 tablespoons sugar

11/2 tablespoons vinegar

5 tablespoons tomato paste

salt and pepper, to taste

2 bell peppers, chopped, or to taste

Preparation:

Saute the onion, peppers and garlic in oil until softened.

Add remaining ingredents and boil until reduced and

thickened. Adjust seasoning and remove from heat. Cut up

ribs into serving sized pieces,place on baking sheet with

rimmed edge and pour over BBQ Sauce. Bake in

preheated oven at 350 degrees for approx 45 min.

Suggested sides:

Instant rice (cooked as per instructions on the pkg)

corn niblets

~ Submitted by Joni Miner

Looking to be healthier - 10 Tips to help you along the way!

1. Set a goal of trying one new fruit or vegetable every week.
2. Keep a bowl of fruit on your desk at work.
3. Switch from ice cream to frozen yogurt.
4. Substitute Sweet Potatoes for regular baked potatoes or fries.  You'll get more vitamin A.
5.Get more fiber.  Add canned beans or a handful of nuts to your salad.
6.Take the stairs, not the elevator.
7.Don't email your office mate.  Walk down the hall and deliver the message personally.
8. Get a dog.  Commit to walking 10 minutes in the morning and 20 minutes at night.
9. Buy a soccer ball.  Kick it with your kids or neighbor.
10. Buy shoes at the end of the day when your feet are more swollen from use.

For more tips, visit: http://www.accenthealth.com/viewers/

Spotlight On - Learning Disabilities Association of PEI

Mission Statement: Learning Disabilities Association of PEI exists to advance the interests of people with learning disabilities.

LDAPEI works to encourage and advocate for literacy, improved education, health, and employment opportunities for all learning disabled islanders by providing educational and employment information, resources, counseling, and support for learning disabilities.

LDAPEI has books and videos on learning disabilities and ADHD in their resource library, including a new collection of children's books.

LDAPEI organizes educational workshops, support groups, and public awareness presentations.

LDAPEI has worked on the Provincial Joint Working Group with the Department of Health and Social Services, Education, and the Office of the Attorney General to create the strategy "Recommendations for Services for Islanders with Learning Disabilities".

For more information, please go to www.ldapei.ca

The Rose

Now That the Roses are in Bloom at Green's Shore...

“The Rose''

From the time immemorial, beloveds have been compared to roses. If

we juggle the letters of the word Rose we get Eros, who is the

God of Love. Rose has thus been the traditional choice of lovers

around the world. The colour red is associated with strong emotions

and below are listed sentiments expressed by different hues of rose:

Lavender -- Enchantment and Uniqueness

Orange-- Fascination

Pink (Dark) – Thankfulness, Friendship and Admiration

Red – Love, Respect and Courage

Peach - Modesty, Gratitude, Admiration and Sympathy

Pink (pale) – Grace, Joy and Happiness

Deep Red – Beauty and Passion

White -Innocence, Purity, Secrecy, Silence, Reverence, Humility

and (according to some sources) True Love

Yellow - Joy, Friendship, Jealousy, Hope and Freedom

Black –Farewell

Red/White - Unity or Engagement

Yellow/ Orange- Passionate Thoughts

Peach - Modesty, Gratitude, Admiration and Sympathy

Yellow/Red – Congratulations

Rosebud– Beauty, Youth and a Heart Innocent of Love

Red Rose – Purity and Loveliness

White Rosebud – Girlhood

One Dozen Red Roses – I Love you''

Single Red Rose in Full Bloom – ''I Love you''

Tea Roses – ''I'll Remember Always''

Quotes To Live By...

No kind action ever stops with itself. One kind action leads to another. Good example is followed. A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees.  - Amelia Earhart

Love and kindness are never wasted. They always make a difference. They bless the one who receives them, and they bless you, the giver.  - Barbara de Angelis

PUTTING YOURSELF OUT THERE - Tina Mundy

Based in Summerside, Prince Edward Island, PCC Inc. is hosting a series of lectures entitled PUTTING YOURSELF OUT THERE.  These lectures are aimed at preparing individuals for the work place.  Summerside City Counselor Tina Mundy was a recent lecturer.

Guest Lecturer – Summerside City Counselor Tina Mundy

Married at a young age, Tina had decided to be a “Stay at home Mom” while her kids were young but planned once they were in school that she would enter the workforce. Not having been able to afford secondary education after her graduation from High School, Tina knew that in order to prepare herself for a career in today's workforce, she would have to be industrious and creative about finding ways to educate and train herself.

So when her kids were all in school she started in earnest her “Enter the Workforce” plan by getting out into the community and gaining hands-on experience volunteering. She started out by being the Hot Dog Lady at her children's school, then volunteered with the College of Piping, helping them with planning, organizing events and fundraising, and costume designed and sewed costumes for a major production. But she didn't stop there -- many organizations benefited from this eager person's desire to help make a difference for the organization and its goals and for it to benefit her in her desire to learn.  Tina trusted that her bright spirit, intelligence, forthright personality and her “Let's get it done” attitude would pave the way. So she jumped in with both feet and was volunteering and learning everything she could the whole while. A real sponge!

And learn she did and make a name for herself she did and is now a Counselor with the City of Summerside. Way to Put Yourself Out There Tina Mundy! And thank you for sharing your journey with us.

EOV Reporter Joni Miner

The next lecture in this series will be held on July 11, 2011 at PCC Inc., 420 Read Drive.  The guest lecturer will be Summerside Mayor Basil Stewart.

Fire Safety

 EOV ' s Joey Blacquiere spent some time in conversation with Provincial  Fire Marshall David Blacquiere to get some tips on how we can all have safer residences.

"Fire Safety is often nothing more than common sense. Take a chair and set in the middle of any room in your house. Sit on it, and look around and say, what is in this room that could cause a fire, and what have I put in this room that would make it harder to get out if a fire broke out?"

Fire Marshall Blacquiere gave Joey the following tips:


10 Fire Prevention Tips

1.  Make sure that you have a working smoke alarm in every room on every level of the building.

2.  Make sure that you have a secondary way out of  your home and don't seal it off.

3.  Keep loose combustibles away from your heating equipment, stove, or barbeque.      
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4.  If you are going to use candles in your home, use them safely. Don't put them too close to objects that can catch fire, and don't leave them unattended.

5.  If you are deep frying,  use a deep fryer with a thermostat so you can control the temperature.  You can't control the temperature of the oil in an ordinary pot.

6 .  Don't hoard papers and other flammable objects that can make your home a tinder box should it catch fire.

7.  Double check your electrical cords on appliances and electronic equipment to make sure they are not broken, frayed, or exposed.  These conditions could spark a fire.

8. If you use extension cords in your home, make sure they are being used properly. Keep them out of the flow of traffic and don't overload circuits by plugging too many devices into them. 
   
9.  Don't store open flammable liquids inside your home.  Open vapours can easily ignite.

10.  If you smoke, be sure to use a nice deep ashtray in a non-combustible area.

11.  If you are going to do maintenance work in your home, be careful to use the right tools properly.  For instance, never use a propane torch on plumbing.  You may end up doing much more harm than good.

Thanks to Summerside Fire Marshall David Blacquiere for your helpful tips.  A little common sense goes a long way.

Joey Blacquiere, EOV  

Two Poems

by Cody Smith

Photo: Catherine Ann

Ocean

The ocean is crystal clear 

and blue like the sky, 

and also just as beautiful.  

Who knows what may be lying 

in the deep dark depths of the ocean, 

perhaps one day, 

we will find out what lays down at the bottom, 

but I'm sure it will be amazing.

Photo: Catherine Ann 

The World

The world is a joyous place, 

filled with light, 

and colors that fill a person 

with joy and happiness.  

The world fills me with joy, 

and so I enjoy 

and live life in this world 

to the fullest.

Craft Corner

by Shawna Chappell

Crafting for a special occasion doesn't have to be difficult to be effective. Here's how to make a pretty candle for Valentine's Day with no muss or fuss.

 Red Bowl Candle

Materials List:

Plain glass globe vase or ivy bowl

Glass votive holder to fit inside the vase

Candle to fit inside the votive

Decorative glass pebbles in red



Instructions:

This candle is very simple to assemble. Simply place the votive candle holder inside the glass globe and surround with red decorative glass pebbles. When you light the candle, you'll find the candlelight is defused by the colored glass, casting a lovely warm reddish glow for Valentine's Day.

Make several candles as a centerpiece for your Valentine's Day dinner or leave one on the bathroom countertop as an invitation to indulge in a relaxing candlelit bath. If you place the candle on a highly polished or mirrored surface, like the one in the upper right photo, the effect of the candle is doubled in the reflection.

Variations:

If you are using an ivy bowl with a fluted edge, consider adding a red satin ribbon around the neck of the bowl and tie in a bow. Or tie a few strands of raffia around the neck of the bowl and hot glue small silk rosebuds in the center of the raffia. For gift-giving, use a fragrant rose-scented candle and attach a small gift card..

Kevin Walker Visits PCC

- by Shawna Chappell

On June 6, Kevin Walker came in to visit PCC. In the past, Kevin has been our guest talking about things like drumming and First Nations issues, as well as giving us a presentation on his trip to Greece.  But now he has embarked on a new adventure.

Kevin came in to speak to us about his summer job - as a Special Constable with the RCMP.

In Canada, First Nations people are under-represented in law enforcement.  This can lead to many problems, especially when non-natives are charged with enforcing the law in First Nations communities with a unique culture different from the police officer’s experience.  This has led to the RCMP actively recruiting within the First Nations community, and Kevin was able to take advantage of this initiative to join the force.

But Kevin knew beforehand that just being a member of the First Nations community would not be enough. He would have to undergo extensive training and conditioning to meet the challenges faced by police officers in the run of a day’s work.

He was sent to Regina for three weeks of basic police training, which included conditioning and technical aspects of police work.  As training began, Kevin was grateful for his hard work before hand as a Zumba instructor, which made him fit and ready for the gruelling physical conditioning.  Many recruits have failed the physical portion of the training, but while he found it difficult Kevin was able to sail right through.

Among the first things new recruits learn is proper marching.  They spend along time on the parade square getting it just right.  And recruits have to do all their own housekeeping, including polishing the showers and preparing for meals.

When it came to learning the specific skills involved in police work, Kevin was given specialized police driver training as well as instruction on working with police dogs.  Many of the things we just assume police officers know have to be learned.  Kevin demonstrated for us how to “speed cuff” a criminal - slapping on handcuffs in a matter of seconds after rendering the criminal (played by Nils Ling) helpless.

On graduation, Kevin was sent back to PEI to serve for the summer as a Special Constable with the RCMP in the Lennox Island area.  He is excited about the upcoming summer and hopes that this term might lead to a career in law enforcement with the RCMP.

Joey Blacquiere - Scout

I scout for a team called the Lewiston MAINEiacs, who play in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League, one of Canada's premier junior hockey loops.

As a scout, my responsibilities include looking within the Maritime  Hockey League for talented young hockey players who want to play for Lewiston.  We are looking for players who will be with our team for three to four years depending on when they were born.   Junior hockey players graduate at age 20, so our ideal prospect will be 16 or 17 years old – old enough to handle the physical and emotional  punishment of a long hockey season, and young enough to be with the team for several years.

 There are a number of ideal qualities in a young hockey player.  First and foremost is an ability to skate.  A good stride is crucial to any hockey player's future.  Other qualities include quick hands, the ability to give and receive a pass, a hard, accurate shot, and the ability to mesh well with teammates.  At the junior hockey level, players have to be able to play a physical game and give and take hard hits.

Another key quality for any junior hockey player is size.  We will look more closely at a player we feel is large enough to withstand the punishment of a long hockey season.  So players taller than six feet and weighing more than 200 pounds will attract our eyes first.

I enjoy being a scout because I have always enjoyed hockey.  It has been a passion of mine since childhood.  As a scout, I sit in the best seats in the house- the Press Box-and watch the players on the ice differently than an average fan does.  I love looking at a hockey player and imagining where he will fit into the hockey world in three or four years.

In the future, I hope that some day the players who I recommend to the MAINEiacs will make it into the  N H L  or to the Canadian Junior Hockey Team.   I would love to be able to say I had a hand in the drafting of such talented players.

What To Do On A Storm Day

EOV Staffer Joni Miner has some suggestions on what to do to chase the boredom away:

1. One of  the things you can do is watch T.V.

2. If the power goes out you can cook on the wood stove.

3. You can paint a pretty picture for someone you love.

4. You can play a video games – but try not to die.

5. Plan a fantasy vacation.  Where would to go if money was no object?

6. You can get caught up on your baking and cooking.

7. You can look up cool stuff on the internet.

8. You can give the house a good cleaning.

9. You can have play time with your pets.

10. If you have a friend over you can play some games.

11. You can call someone up on the phone to talk to.

12. You can make up a shopping list of what you need – or maybe a list of the things you would buy if you won the lottery!

13.If you have a guitar and you can teach yourself how to play  and/or entertain a crowd.

14.You can get caught up on your laundry.

15. Read that great book you've always wanted to read!

10 Things I Hate About You

EOV's Cody Smith wrote a tender Valentine's Day poem to the Love of his Life:

Boy, you can be a big pain in the butt at times.

You can be loud.

You smell like fish.

Your kisses are way too wet and sloppy.

You have a tantrum when people take things that belong to you.

When I hide your stuff, you tackle me and try to beat the life out of me to get it back.

Your breath can be lethal, especially first thing in the morning.

You run around our place like a lunatic.

When I sit down to eat, you want to go and do stuff.  Every time I want to go out with you, you just want to sit down and eat. 

You tilt your head when you seem confused by something, but you don't fool me.  You're not really confused.  You're just using that to get what you want. 

You drive me completely crazy at times.

But in spite of all that, darn it all ... I love you 

Dudley, you're a great puppy.

Happy Valentine's Day!

Ask Miss Heartthrob

Our own Miss Heartthrob happily answers questions on matters of the heart (and liver and spleen).  

Q:  I think my boyfriend is cheating on me. Last week I saw him at the movies and he was kissing another girl. He says it was his cousin, but they kissed through the whole movie. What should I do?

A:   He's cheating!! Tie him in a sack and throw him the river.  And if they are still kissing, throw her in too.

Q:   My boyfriend keeps asking me to marry him. I'm not ready yet. What should I do?

A:  He is too demanding.  Tie him in a sack and throw him in the river.  

Q:  I am a 40 year old man who has a crush on my boss. She doesn't know it. What should I do?

A:   Workplace romances are often a bad idea. But if you want to pursue this you need to let her know how you feel. Either she will feel the same way or you may have to tie yourself in a sack and throw yourself in the river.  

Miss Heartthrob would be delighted to take questions from the general public.   Send us your questions at  eyeopeningviews722@gmail.com.  Then tie yourself in a sack and throw yourself in the river while you wait for a reply.

Spotlight on: Joey Blacquiere

(Our own Joey Blacquiere has been Director of Communications for the Summerside Office of the Lewiston Maineiacs of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League for the last two seasons.  Prior to a key road game in Halifax this season, the coaching staff asked Joey to deliver an inspirational address to the Maineiacs players.  Here is that address:)

"A Team is like a Sailing Ship.  As long as you stay afloat, you can bring out your big guns.  You can make a big explosion.  That will take the wind out of their sails.  Then you bring out your middle guns to make a smaller explosion.  And finally you come out with your Big Guns again and blow them out of the water.  Listen to your Commanding Officer and Second in Command."

"NOW ITS TIME TO GO OUT THERE AND PLAY WITH YOUR HEARTS ON YOUR SLEEVES!"

(The team promptly went out and won the game!)

Easter Bunny Egg Basket Craft

 


by Shawna Chappell

    Materials:

    Egg carton bottom

    Easter grass

    cotton ball

    Paper

    Scissors

    Stapler

    Optional:  3 pom poms

    Optional:  wiggly eyes

    Optional:  pipe cleaner

  Instructions:

    Draw an easter bunny head onto a piece of paper.  (You might want to create a template (guide).  What we did was copy the template onto an ice cream container lid and then let the kids trace around onto construction paper to make their own heads -- good fine motor skill practice, plus they got heads in whatever colors they wanted.)
     
    Cut out the head shape.  It's simple enough that most preschoolers will be able to cut it out themselves.
     
    Glue wiggly eyes and pom pom nose/muzzle onto the head.  Cut out two small white paper teeth and glue those on as well.
     
    Pull apart a cotton ball and glue it as the center of the ears
     
    Staple the head onto the front of the egg carton.  It tilts forward a wee bit, but that's ok.
     
    Poke small holes on either side of the egg carton in about the center.  Thread the pipecleaner through and around these holes, twisting to secure, to make a handle
     
    Fill the cups with easter grass.
     
    Add a few yummy jelly beans.

    ENJOY!

Jaw Cracker Cake

(Special to EOV from reknowned Dental Surgeon and Baker Dr. Phil McCavity)

Ingredients:

3 cups Retro Grade Cement
1 cup Sour Milk
2 tbsp Fruit Flies
2 Egg Shells
12 Juicy Slugs
Lady Bugs to taste

You start off by collecting your ingredients. You can find cement in any hardware store.  If you can't find any, borrow it from any construction site. Leave the milk sitting a few days to get it nice and chunky. You can find fruit flies anywhere - behind rotten fruit, in your window behind the screen, hovering over the compost bin. You can find egg shells in any trash can, and you can usually find slugs in grass, in trash, or under rocks.  Note:  if fresh slugs are not readilly available, frozen slugs will do just fine.

Pour the cement into a bowl, then add the sour milk, which should be nice and chunky.  Add the fruit flies for a little extra crunch. Add egg shells, and mix until everything is well blended together. Throw the slugs into a smaller bowl, and grind them into a paste, and sprinkle in some lady bugs to add a reddish color to the paste. Put the cake into the oven, and bake it at 350 degrees for half an hour or several days, until it is grey and hardened. Take out of oven and let cool. Use your slug icing to decorate your cake, then serve and enjoy.

Serves 8.

Meet Amanda Huggenkiss - Philematologist

1. How did you get your name? 

A:  I hug and kiss a lot.  It's called Philematology - the art and study of kissing.  I'm whatcha call a Philematologist.

2. So what do you like most about philematology?

A:  It's a great way to lose  weight, and I get to try out all the different kinds of kisses. 

3. There are different kinds? 

A: Oh, yes.  There are " Well I Never!" Kisses (that's what they say, but in my experience they have and do).   There are  soul kisses, vampire kisses, public kisses, greedy kisses, bipedal kisses, froggie kisses, Venus kisses, Mars kisses ... the list goes on! And I've tried them all, but trying something once really isn't a very scientific approach to study.  So I repeat as necessary.  And sometimes even when it isn't.

4. You mentioned it helps with losing weight?

A:  Yes!  2-6 calories per minute so the studies say.  How do you think I keep my girlish figure?

5. Do you have a favorite kiss poem?

A: Here's one by Marot I love:   "Kiss her gently, but be sly/ Kiss her when there's no-one by/Steal your kiss for then 'tis meetest/ Stolen kisses are the sweetest."

6.  Is there any danger in kissing?

A:  Oh yes one must be cautious as there are "sick kisses"  The kissing disease, strep throat,  head lice,  trench mouth,  cold sores,  stubble rash. But despair not... Get yourself a kissing shield and go right to town!

7. Any future kissing goals? 

A: Yes!  To date I have kissed over 989,764 people, I want to get to 1,000,000.  So send all the lonely people you meet to me!     

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