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Praxis: How to save those beautiful snowflakes
By Medicine Hat News on January 26th, 2019
I think that I have waited all winter for this morning. As I sit here writing this column, it is snowing so beautifully outside. It’s warm, there is not a breath of wind and it is falling gently down. As a matter of fact, I just ran to my vehicle to grab something and didn’t ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!How to get your millennial kids out of the house
By Medicine Hat News on January 26th, 2019
(NC) Modern pressures like a tough economy and competitive housing market mean young people are staying in the nest longer than before. But contrary to popular stereotypes, most aren’t lazy or taking advantage of their parents — they’re just having trouble achieving the financial independence they crave. More than a third of Canadians ages 20 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Childcare Chatter: Early learning, childcare event in city March 30
By Medicine Hat News on January 26th, 2019
It’s a year of celebration in 2019 for the Medicine Hat & District Child Care Association. If you can believe it, this year we are celebrating 30 years of supporting the child care community in southeast Alberta. Our organization has evolved from a small group of daycare directors meeting with one another to advocate for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Love is acceptance with accountability
By Medicine Hat News on January 26th, 2019
You have perhaps heard the following: “God loves you just the way you are; but He loves you too much to let you stay that way.” I think both parts of this statement are important. They seem to be a nice balance that keeps the concept of love intact. To lose either focus is to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Break the cycle and speak up against stigma
By Medicine Hat News on January 25th, 2019
Along with a new year comes new goals, aspirations, positive changes, and ambitions. Some people have new year’s resolutions to join a gym, to eat healthier, to save money, to spend more time with family, to travel or to seek help with a desired change. Some people may ask for help because they want to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Pretend you live alone
By Medicine Hat News on January 25th, 2019
So often I hear family members complain about how others make a mess and are not willing to help with the cleanup. They want things done a certain way at a certain time and feel upset, blaming everyone else who lives in the house for this mood. When they come to me as clients, they ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!What’s Up Doc?: Are you eating enough fibre every day?
By Medicine Hat News on January 22nd, 2019
The last time I wrote about this subject was on April 6, 2010 (Fibre, Flatulence and Weight Loss Diet). It is about time we review the subject. Recently, the Lancet medical journal (January 10, 2019) published an article titled “Carbohydrate quality and human health: a series of systematic reviews and meta-analyses.” After analysing 185 studies ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar Jan. 21-27
By Medicine Hat News on January 21st, 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!How tree services can protect your property
By Medicine Hat News on January 19th, 2019
Metro Editorial Cold weather can take its toll on a property, especially in regions of the world where winters are harsh. Most parts of the landscape are vulnerable to damage from winter storms, but trees may be especially susceptible. By the end of winter, many homeowners wonder if their trees would benefit from some professional ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: Magic cans?
By Medicine Hat News on January 19th, 2019
This week I had a ton of requests for activities that involve air and aerodynamics and in particular Bernoulli’s Principle. I know that some of you may be scratching your head as Bernoulli is quite well known for his work in as a well respected physicist and was a pioneer in probability and statistics. Personally, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mental Health Matters: Get ready for the seventh annual Snowflake Soiree
By Medicine Hat News on January 19th, 2019
Mark down Feb. 9 in the calendar to gear up for Medicine Hat’s seventh annual Snowflake Soiree, hosted by Canadian Mental Health Association — Alberta Southeast Region, and presented by the Community View Lions Club. This will be an amazing night filled with laughter and auction at Higdon Hall. Supporting mental health in this community ... Read More »
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