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All Psyched Up: Find what you’re passionate about and keep at it
By Medicine Hat News on December 8th, 2017
When I heard that Ian Tyson was coming to the city, I thought it would be fun to buy an extra ticket so my daughter could attend the concert with me.Her first word after I issued the invitation was “Who?” I explained that when I grew up we would look forward to the “Ian and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Christmas from the heart
By Medicine Hat News on December 8th, 2017
With the stress of the holidays and wanting the perfect Christmas, our minds can slip back to days “before caregiving,” leaving us longing for a time where our worries and excitement were much different than they are now. It’s important to take some time, sit quietly, and listen to your heart — what does it ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar Dec. 4-10
By Medicine Hat News on December 4th, 2017
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!Veiner Centre Contract Bridge Club November results
By Medicine Hat News on December 4th, 2017
Nov. 6 1. Adrienne Warynycia 2. Matilda Weiss 3. Laraine Payne Nov. 15 1. Matilda Weiss 2. Bruce Perrin 3. Gertie Mondor Nov. 20 1. Bruce Perrin 2. Matilda Weiss 3. Iris Boychuk Nov. 22 1. Bruce Perrin 2. Matilda Weiss 3. Gertie Mondor Nov. 27 1. Vonda Reddekop 2. Lynn Carter 3. Bruce Perrin ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Good news: Help is on the way
By Medicine Hat News on December 2nd, 2017
Kim Jong Un has just claimed “nuclear completion,” whatever that means, after North Korea tested its latest missile. Today’s equivalent of sabres continue to be noisily rattled and brandished around the globe. Women and children continue to be victimized, trafficked and abused on an industrial scale. Thousands die trying to cross the Mediterranean to find ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: Here comes the sun, catch it while you can
By Medicine Hat News on December 2nd, 2017
I can hardly believe that the year is almost over; is it December already? Where did the time go? I guess my first realization that winter was nearly upon us was coming home from work the other day. I realized that I never even saw the sun once while I was in my office. This ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Financial Focus: Pension plan options when you leave your employer
By Medicine Hat News on December 2nd, 2017
Leaving an employer can often be an emotional time. Whether you are leaving your employment voluntarily or involuntarily, there are generally three main financial issues that need to be considered: 1) retiring allowance planning; 2) pension plan options; and 3) salary continuance and company benefits. It is important to carefully evaluate the options presented to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Lessons learned
By Medicine Hat News on December 1st, 2017
I recently lost a few pounds and decided that because of this, it was a good time to go through my closet. One of the surprises I experienced was to find a lovely pair of black pants that I had forgotten about. So, I washed them and was happy to find that they weren’t too ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: The lowdown on FASD
By Medicine Hat News on December 1st, 2017
What is Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and what supports are available for FASD? FASD is an umbrella term that describes a range of effects that can occur. FASD is a disorder that is caused by consuming alcohol while pregnant. Sometimes a woman may not know that she is pregnant or sometimes she may struggle ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!What’s Up Doc?: Four conditions of autism spectrum disorder
By Medicine Hat News on November 28th, 2017
“Autism is part of my child. It’s not everything he is. My child is so much more than a diagnosis.” — S.L. Coelho, Autism Treatment Center of America. In 2013, the American Psychiatric Association merged four previously distinct diagnoses intoone umbrella diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder(ASD). What causes these conditions? We don’t know. There are ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Harmony is wonderful and pleasant
By Medicine Hat News on November 25th, 2017
There’s no accounting for taste, it’s said. This is certainly true when it comes to taste in music. Some people like country; others classical. Some like opera and others prefer rock. And yes there are diehards such as myself who still cling to disco! What about a mashup of heavy metal and polka? There is ... Read More »
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