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Praxis: Santa’s magic milk
By Patty Rooks on December 21st, 2019
praxis@praxismh.ca@PraxisMedHat I can hear the excitement now! School is FINALLY out for the winter break and Christmas is only a few days away. Who wouldn’t be excited?! I know you don’t want to be bogged down with a lengthy activity this week but it involves Santa and, well, who wants to be on the naughty ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: The most famous second banana
By Pastor Jim Bredeson on December 21st, 2019
What do these people have in common? Tonto, Ethel Mertz, Robin, Barney Fife, George Costanza, St. Joseph…wait!? What! What does St. Joseph, the husband of Mary, have to do with these other popular figures? Well, they are famous “second bananas.” A “second banana” is the term used to describe an actor who is less important ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Legal Breifs: What you need to know when buying a business – Part 2
By Hilary Pritchard on December 21st, 2019
hpritchard@pritchardandco.com Last month’s Legal Briefs presented two ways to buy a business: (1) purchase the shares of the company or (2) purchase the assets of the company. In that column I discussed a share purchase and some of the pros and cons of such a transaction. In this month’s column, I’ll explore some of the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: A season of peace, contentment and love
By Dr. Linda Hancock on December 20th, 2019
office@drlindahancock.com The Merriam Webster dictionary defines the word “merry” as full of gaiety and high spirits. Unfortunately, that does not describe everyone’s experience on any day of the year, let alone at Christmas. There are many during the holiday season who are lonely, sad, or sick. Some face circumstances that involve abuse, addiction or poverty. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Could a fall change your lifestyle? The answer is yes
By Courtnay Epp on December 20th, 2019
courtnay.epp@ahs.ca Every year, many adults fall and are unable to continue living the way they want to. Some may lose their independence, the ability to play with grandchildren, or restrict their actions out of fear of falling again. Imagine being unable to do what you love because of something “that will never happen to me.” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar Dec. 16-22, 2019
By Medicine Hat News on December 16th, 2019
MONDAY – Do you have a drinking problem? Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held seven days a week in Medicine Hat. For times and locations, call 403-527-2065. – Moms’ Walking Group, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., meet in Mall Food Court in front of A&W. Walk, then have coffee. – TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) 5:30 p.m., ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: Spread Christmas cheer with recycled snow globes
By Patty Rooks on December 14th, 2019
praxis@praxismh.ca@PraxisMedHat I have been searching high and low this year for some of the best Christmas science activities for you to do at home or in the classroom. It has been quite a task, but I am up for it! I came across a great project, that brings me back to my childhood and uses ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Getting excited for the Lord’s birthday
By Steve MacCuaig on December 14th, 2019
“I Can’t Sleep!” These famous words were spoken by me to my mom every December. My birthday is a few days from Christmas, so December was the only month that I got to celebrate. I would lay in bed for about an hour and then I would go downstairs and proclaim to my mom, that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Buds and Blooms: Poinsettias and fresh greens
By Joyce Swaren on December 14th, 2019
The Poinsettia – the most sold flowering plant for Christmas. It is native to Mexico and in the 14th to 16th century the sap was used for controlling fevers. The plant was found along the side of the road. Cuttings were brought back to the states and are now grown in greenhouses all over North ... Read More »
1 responseHeritage in the Hat: Here comes da judge
By Sally Sehn on December 14th, 2019
But before the judge, there was the train engineer, the lumber baron, and the hotelier. What do these prominent citizens have in common? They are the early owners of the historic two-storey brick house located at 77 First St. SW. This home was so grand that when it was built in 1904 on two lots, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Healthy holiday gift ideas
By Ashley Bray on December 13th, 2019
Ashley.Bray@ahs.ca Have you ever received a less-than healthy holiday gift, and found yourself thinking ‘how am I going to eat all of the holiday goodies I have received?’ You are not the only one. Canadians spend $460.2 million on snacks, candy and sweets in December – that’s $134.1 million over the monthly average. Indulgent treats ... Read More »
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