Local NAIDOC Celebrations Green Hay Launch Top Secret Famous Recipes Long Weekend Photos Kim Gibbs Exhibition Pride & Joy in Green Ben Mabon Kangaroo Update

Edition 13 - August 2012

Pictured above are committee members of C.A.4.S.E Hay (Community Action for Suicide Elimination) Nerida Reid, Tara Dixon, Peter

Caspersonn, Jan Eames and Peter Dwyer, with Commonwealth Hay Manager Sarah Young. The bank generously donated a laptop and printer

for the committees vital works, in eliminating the pain of suicide in our town, through training and education efforts.

This followed a donation of more than $385 from Hay Magpies Rugby League Club. Young players Brad Aylett, Matty Smith and (former Hayite)

Jesse Jonson passed the tin around at a recent home game. Anyone interesting in taking part in training, helping out the committee, or donating towards the cause can contact Peter Dwyer. The Committee has

also launched a website, designed by Andrew Pearson, and a hotline service, for those in crisis

Last Months “Open Letter” provoked many responses which is fantastic! Please keep the

letters coming; healthy debate is where great ideas come from

Dear Krista, I am writing in response to your open letter published in two7eleven magazine. As a former resident with a lot of friends & family currently living in Hay, I was disappointed at the least, in your attempted call to action. I can appreciate what you envisage for Hay but realistically, some of your ideas are beyond what can actually be done in a town with limited resources and funds. Lachlan Street Shop Owners: In a town with a population of approximately 4000 how to you expect these new businesses to survive? Sure, you could occupy every shopfront on Lachlan St but it won’t get you anywhere when there is no market for these businesses to survive. And realistically who is going to invest money in supply when there is no demand? Cottage Industry Entrepreneurs: Frankly I find this paragraph personally insulting. To insinuate that businesses, such as my own, are illegitimate is ludicrous. I run a profitable publicity business from home & along with the majority of ‘cottage industry entrepreneurs’ investing money in a shopfront would be a complete waste of time & money. And “Have a Crack” is exactly what we are doing. I am sure if you did your research you will find there are a lot of successful businesses in Hay that have no need for a shopfront (they all have valid ABN’s) and are probably more ‘legit’ than your magazine! Shopper Dollar Scheme: Good idea in theory, however the majority of businesses in Hay are struggling in the current market and having to compete with out-of-town competition. How do you propose they finance this scheme… maybe two7eleven could donate the profits they make from advertising out-of-town businesses? Empty Farmhouse Rental: Another great idea. Let’s just hope the people interested in moving to Hay do not read your magazine. Friends of Hay Park: Sure lets remove the fence around the South Hay Park and let our children waltz onto the highway to get run over by a semi – again ludicrous. Central Signage for Major Events: The Hay Visitor Information Centre is located at 407 Moppett Street. Check it out sometime, right in the centre of town! Hay Gaol & the Levee: Just how much money do you estimate the Council or even local businesses have to splurge on low impact proposals like these? If your effort matches your enthusiasm why not volunteer to put some of these ideas into action. Customer Service Awards: Seriously? A top priority for the entire community I am sure… Return Christmas Bonanza to the main street: So you can “enjoy a beer” and not miss the announcement? I think you are missing the whole concept, which is aimed at the entire community not the minority that drink alcohol. In my opinion, the Park is a much more family friendly atmosphere and local businesses are given ample opportunity to enjoy the benefits of increased consumer spending in the lead up to the event. Get Some Youth or All Ages Events Happening: Quite easy to do but will involve getting off your soap box, and also not a responsibility of Local Council. I myself organise successful all ages events and you would be surprised (if you did the research) at the amount of funding available i.e. community grants. If you are serious and have the support that you say, why not form a committee and get something going? By the way the 5 things you have listed as ‘options for teenagers’ are absurd. How many teenagers in Hay did you actually interview to come up with this list? Personally my teenage children and the majority I know in Hay would never sneak into a pub; we have raised them with better morals than that. And seriously do you expect teenagers to get excited about attending a ‘boot camp’ or listening to the local wannabe band? Decide what we are ‘The Home Of’: Have you been living under a rock? Do The Hay Magpies or Lions ring a bell? Both have plenty of merchandise and are well known both locally and regionally. To summarise I applaud your enthusiasm but seriously, with a little more effort, research and facts you could have written a considerable editorial which may have provoked a more positive reaction from the wider community. Insulting the local’s will merely create annoyance. And I highly recommend a short course in journalism or even copywriting to increase your professionalism and ensure your magazine is viewed as a ‘legit’ business within the media industry. Sincerely, Tiona Hall - Broken Hill

Hey Krista, Just wanted to say how much i love your ideas in your open letter, well said and also the mayo/cup coffee story so so true, loved it! Great read, great job! Becky Lund

Hi Krista, I've just read your "ideas article" and would like to say a

couple of things about it ... Just fantastic, you have a bloody good brain Krista and

you're a proven "do-er" So well thought out, clear,concise, not to mention full of

great ideas Airlie Circuitt

Yet another great issue Jen Payne

Regionally acclaimed artist, Kim Gibbs, has recently showcased her works in ArtSpace at the Griffith Regional Theatre. Formerly from Hay, Kim is the daughter of Kay and Darryl Gibbs, and her works include corrugated iron pieces, three acrylic paintings and a drawing. Kim draws inspiration from her surroundings. For example, the three featured paintings in the exhibition show the different stages of rice, a topical subject at the moment, given the controversy surrounding water issues in the region. “It’s really nice to be showcasing my painting, drawing and corrugated iron. This is a real cross-section of what I do”, Kim recently told Griffith’s Area News in a recent

interview. Kims work is varied. She currently has works such as wire balls, jewelry, fascinators, and homewares, and has even designed tattoos. After operating a business in Hay for several years selling art supplies and carrying out framing works, Kim opened All About Art in Griffith in 2004. She has also branched out into the worldwide marketplace, operating an online store as well. The exhibition ran for the month of June in Griffith and is seen as an important publicity tool for the talented artist.

By Heath O’Loughlin While some players have to look far and wide to find inspiration and a role model, developing Roo ruckman Ben Mabon says he has been spoiled for choice at Aegis Park. Ben is the son of Vince and Jenny Mabon, and a former Hay Lions player. “Doing my player review and vision every week with Hamish McIntosh is helping me get into the right spots and watchingTodd Goldstein at games has been an amazing help,” he told kangaroos.com.au. “I also spend some time with Alex Ishchenko who’s been teaching me how to use my body in the contest.” Mabon’s form in recent weeks in the VFL with North Ballarat has been extremely encouraging for the Kangaroos; his 40 hit-out game against Sandringham on Sunday a career best. “Personally I didn’t think I had a bad game. I got my hands to a few taps and a few of them went to advantage which was nice,” Mabon said. The 20-year old is more intent on paying tribute to his teachers, than speaking about himself.

“Jason Lappin our development coach has been fantastic with keeping me honest with everything I do from marking, to ruck-work, to following up after stoppages and around the ground. Now I’m starting to see a bit of reward for that effort, but I still have a long, long way to go in all those areas.” Mabon watches Goldstein in action very closely and takes every opportunity to train against him. “It’s unbelievable working with him out on the track, but so good because it shows me where I need to get to in order to be a good player in the AFL. “I just admire what he does every week. On Friday he played against (Matthew) Kreuzer and ran him around everywhere and he also works really hard back to help out the defenders and spreads hard forward which makes him such a crucial part of the team. “I want to be like Goldy and I want to be like Hamish. Ideally I want to be a combination of both and take the best out of both of them.” While adding more strings to his bow is one thing, Mabon acknowledges the need to put on more weight and increase his strength in the gym. But that’s nothing new. “I was about 85 kilos in Utah and am about 91 now,” he explained. “Eventually I’ll be up around the 100 kilo mark, but we can’t stack it on too quick because it might have a negative impact on my running and that sort of thing. I’ve always been pretty light and have always been aware that I need to improve in that area if I’m going to be able to match it with the bigger bodies.” Time though is on his side and efforts like what he produced on the weekend will only deliver him the confidence he needs to realise his dream of playing in AFL. “I just have to build on my game from the weekend now and do my best around the ground to help out the midfielders. “One day I hope I can run out for North and put it into practice.” Follow Ben’s progress via kangaroos.com.au

Reprinted with permission Image Source: Hamish Blair/Getty Images AsiaPac

Green Hay is an umbrella programme launched by Hay Shire Council, to promote a sustainable future for Hay. The Green Hay programme will serve as an overarching brand for sustainability projects within the Hay Shire. The program’s objectives are to create a better and sustainable lifestyle for Hay residents, to stimulate our economy, to attract investment and funding, and to grow our existing businesses. Green Hay will INVENT - The Green Hay programme will discover new products, network amongst producers, and look to reinvent our businesses. Green Hay will ADVOCATE - The Green Hay programme will advocate our region as a centre of sustainability. The programme will advocate Green Business, the will advocate our corporate reputation. Green Hay will advocate the usage of local produce, and a healthier lifestyle for it’s residents. Green Hay will INVESTIGATE - The Green Hay programme will investigate new markets for our agricultural produce, and investigate organic farming as suitable for our region. The programme will investigate alternative energy sources for our region, so that Hay can become a leader in the field. Green Hay will investigate waste practices and recycling. Green Hay will IMPLEMENT - Green Hay will implement projects to achieve a healthier lifestyle for it’s residents, including projects that will contribute to both physical and mental health. The programme will implement projects to encourage a more outdoor lifestyle through recreational and tourism initiatives, showing Hay to be a preferred place of residence, as well as investment, in regional Australia.

“We need to get people in Hay talking. We need to get school children talking. We need to get business owners talking. And farmers, and bureaucrats, teachers, parents, anyone with an interest in Hay. We need to do blue-sky thinking for a Green Hay” states Hay Shire’s Jack Terblanche The planning for Green Hay will be done on grassroots level, by asking the community. The Green Hay programme will get the thinkers in Hay together for a series of Think Tanks. There will be a series of seven Think Tanks on different fields – Transportation, Agriculture, Industry, Energy and Water, Natural Environment, Business and Tourism, and Health and Education. These will be held in an informal setting, and the outcomes would be a list of ideas to be investigated further. The list of ideas will be shortened to a number of achievable actions over the shorter as well as longer terms. The first Think Tank was held on 1st August, and covered the issues relating to “Tourism & Business’. Additional topics will be covered as follows - Transportation: 15 August; Agriculture and Industry: 22 August; Energy and Water: 29 August; Health and Education: 5 September Green Hay has also launched and active Facebook page, designed to engage residents, and involve the wider community in the direction our town takes.

For further information, or to become involved please contact Jack Terblanche (02) 6993 2069 jterblanche@hay.nsw.gov.au Pictured above is Hay Mayor Bill Sheaffe at the launch of the programme. Sandra McRae and Janice Dwyer (left) also attended

NAIDOC Week celebrations were held across Hay in July, thanks to Mawambul Co-Management group, National Parks & Wildlife, Nari Nari Tribal Council and Hay Local Aboriginal Land Council. Staff visited schools and the childcare centre, and also hosted a free kids disco. Pictured at right is Liam Young, enjoying the Koori face painting. Other photos, kindly provided by Tara Dixon are (clockwise) disco goers Brayden Cooper, Regan Duggan, Chloe White, Shayla Rosewarne & Charlie Moorehouse. Hardworking volunteers in the canteen included Kerrie Parker, Josie Goulding, Floss Fitzpatrick and Tiem Wilson. The bottom photo shows the kids enjoying the NAIDOC disco, held at the Public School, featuring DJ Shag. Visits to the Public School were postponed due to strike action, and will be carried out at a later date.

“’Cos they are green,” was David Cox’s response when questioned

about his beloved vintage John Deere tractor collection.

David and wife Janine have amassed an impressive list of models; a 1935 Unstyled B, a 1941 Styled B, a 1937 Unstyled A, a 1942 Unstyled AR, a 1937 Unstyled D and a 1943 Styled H. They also own a 1952 Styled MT and 1935 Lance Bulldog, which was also released by John Deere and was used by David & Janine as their wedding car. David and Janine are aiming for 50 examples of the iconic US brand; Daves Uncle, John Cox’s collection numbers in the 90s. They would love to own an example from each of John Deere's ‘Letter Series’. The couple import their tractors from the US, and have visited the country on several occasions to indulge their passion. Pictured are David and Janine with daughters, Kate, Sophie, Laura & Chelsea, amongst the grapvines at Namcott Farms, the Cox property. The bottom photograph shows Janine displaying their photo, which recently made the US John Deere collectors magazine.

The Lions Market Day continues to draw good crowds, despite

the recent chilly weather Pictured above left are Magpies Leaguetag players Polly Ludgsin & Lucy Pless, and below are the Hay Rural Fire Service reps, with

their display. Others (right) use the morning

as a social event !

Erin Shalders proudly modeling one of the 2711 branded shirts, available at two7eleven.shirtstore.com.au

Hay Magpies hosted a hilarious “Reverse Deb Ball” recently, showcasing some of the Clubs “True Beauties”

Helping raise the standards of the night were adorable attendants (Clockwise from top Left) Holly Gash, Nikita & Clare

Lauer, Larissa Sorensen & Scout Wall, and Jonty Woods

A huge weekend was enjoyed in Hay in June, with the return of the Mini cars and the Dustdrinkers B&S Ball, which exceeded all

expectations - our camera was kept very busy! Full photo galleries are available on the two7eleven Facebook page

Next Months Topic: REFLECTIONS & SILHOUETTES

This months entries are from Julie Darlow and Anna Lauer “The first is looking up at a dead tree and the second is looking up at a wind power generator in Western Australia,” explains Julie Annas photo is of Hays iconic Railway Station Thanks for sharing!

Tansy Nella Rose King A daughter of Sharni Montgomery and David King, born at Griffith

Base Hospital on Sunday July 8, 2012 Tansy is a brother to Monte, fourth grandchild for Parra and Pat

Montgomery of Hay, and Maurice and Daphne King of Harden, and seventh great grand child of Edna Boyle

(Photo courtesy Sarah Brown Photography, Griffith)

Peter “Parra” Montgomery’s story continues - Photographs from Parras private collection

Chapter 7 CHANGES TO THE OLD PUB

AND FORMATION OF A CHAMPION CRICKET TEAM

Success is living up to your

potential. That’s all. Wake up with a smile and go after

life. Don’t just show up at the game or

office. Live it, enjoy it, taste it, smell it, feel

it Joe Kapp

Ted and Molly Forrest finally put the

Hotel on the market after about 14

years as mine hosts. It was purchased

by Ross and Betty Latter, both of

whom had extensive experience in the

Liquor industry.

Just before Ted sold the Hibo, a group

of cricket enthusiasts led by Jimmy ‘Fat

Harry" Little, Ron Crowe, Graeme

‘Dick’ Tomkins, Lee Young and Arthur

‘Gubby’ Chapman got together with

Ted to form the Hibernian Cricket Club.

The Club had a great membership

base, and regularly held barbecues

and fun family nights with other Clubs

at the conclusion of matches.

The Hibo team was about winning –

and having fun, and everyone enjoyed

his or her involvement.

In the early seasons, the Club was on

the wrong end of floggings, but the

side always fulfilled its obligations.

Players turned up in whites, and put

paid to the doomsday prophets who

had predicted the team would not last

the season.

Over the next couple of years, the Hibo

attracted marquee players –like John

and Clive Davenport invariably had the

job of standing in the middle for the

finals, many of which ended up in the

dark.

The day was a fantastic social and

sporting occasion

It was over thirty years ago, probably

longer. People too young to remember,

missed out on one of the town’s great

sporting events.

A six a side Carnival wouldn’t get off

the ground now, especially with the

Liquor Laws the way they are. Shame,

because a lot of people have plenty of

positive memories of those good times.

But back to the Hibernian Hotel - Not

long after Ross and Betty Latter took

over, they commenced renovations to

the Pub, turning the front bar, and

Ladies Bar into one big room, with the

Bar running east west, instead of North

South.

It created a more room for the patrons,

and extensive heating and cooling

systems were installed turning the

once stifling ‘Ted’s Shed’ into a

comfortable venue for the patrons.

Ross converted the outside section of

the Hotel into a popular barbecue and

beer garden area and it received plenty

of use. Ross Latter was probably the

best barman I ever worked with. He

could handle crowds very efficiently.

No one had to wait too long for a beer

or refill.

The late John "Bird" Crowe was also a

full timer at the Hibo. Bird was another

great worker and was as good on the

working side of the bar as he was on

the other.

Curtis, Peter ‘Zi’ Scott, Maurice Gibson,

Mick and Eric Ireson, Martin, Neil, Tim

and Grantley Jackson, David McBarron,

Ross Hufton, Denis Honeyman, Chris

Atchinson, Chris Ridgway, Greg Whitney

and Gary ‘Killdog’ Sutton.

Hibernian dominated Cricket for many

seasons, and when the Hay local

competition was finally put to rest, no

other Club in the long history of the

Cricket Association came close to the

number of premierships won by the Hibo.

Another example of 'From Little things Big

things Grow'.

The Club started up the Annual Six a Side

Cricket Carnival, which not only attracted

huge numbers of players to the game

(usually 32 teams using five fields), but

provided many gripping finals, where

spectators packed the Park and counted

every ball and every run.

Beer flowed all day, and there was a

barbecue in operation from first light, until

the conclusion of the final and

Presentations.

Bottles of champagne were prizes for any

six hit on the day. Prizes were given for

best outfits, and a good cash prize for the

winning teams in the main competition

and the consolation.

The Club utilised the best available

administrators for the finals.

Helen Milliken and the late Gwenda Neill -

who were regarded as the best scorers in

the business, not only in Hay but also

throughout Riverina, had the job for the

final.

Respected O’Farrell Cup umpires; Max

Lugsdin, Barry Milliken, Danny Byrnes

Another local lad who had his start

under Roscoe was Ron Nairne.

Nairney went onto become one of

Australia’s biggest movers and shakers

in the Hotel and Club industry.

He progressed from the bar of the

Hibernian to eventually work his way up

the ladder and become Secretary/

Manager of Ryde Eastwood Leagues

Club – named NSW Club of the Year

two years in succession, after never

having been in the Top 50 previously.

Ron reputation grew and he was head

hunted by a Brisbane consortium

headed by Paul ‘Porky’ Morgan to

become the first Secretary/ Manager of

the Broncos Leagues in Brisbane.

He went on to head a Gaming Board

when Poker Machines were introduced

into Brisbane. He travelled to Las Vegas

to study gaming methods.

On his return he became a partner with

John Ribot in Queensland Club

Management, an organisation which

had control of many Clubs in

Queensland, as well as an interest in

the Melbourne Storm Rugby League

franchise.

Not a bad effort from a bloke who had

his first lesson in the industry under the

guidance of Ross.

Ross was a smart operator who could

read his patrons with what was popular

and what was not. He turned the Hotel

into a shrine for the Magpies Rugby

League Club, placing huge photos of

the Clubs Premiership teams on the

Walls.

On the Wall behind the Bar, he

displayed his magnificent gun collection,

which he was forced to remove later

when the strict gun laws came into

being.

Ross and Betty stayed for a couple of

years in the Pub, before transferring

their interests to Peter, Robyn and Paul

Artup.

Ross and Betty purchased the house on

the corner of Lachlan and Macauley

Streets, now owned by Eddie and

Leanne Redfern.

know what to say.

Pete put me out of my discomfort. He

had faced up to the inevitable with great

courage and faith and his passing was a

sad day for the town. Pete left behind

Robyn and daughters Celise, Danika

and Nanine – three lovely kids who

have all grown into charming young

ladies and Peter would have been very

proud of the people they have become.

Before he passed away, Peter said to

me that the toughest thing that he had

to do was tell the kids that he had

terminal cancer.

It would take a lot of courage and faith to do that - and that is something Peter Artup had plenty of.

Continued next month

Peter and Robyn Artup with Pete’s

brother Paul ran a good pub. They

maintained the tradition set over a long

period of time and it attracted the

teachers and the Magpies Rugby League

Club.

We had plenty of competitions to keep

the patrons interested like the White High

Medal and The Parralotto which were run

on the Sydney Rugby League

competition. We had great wind up

Parties at the Pub and part of the fun

was to run a Conga Line through the

Pub, led by Paul Artup, who was egged

on by John "Bozo" Curtis. They were

great fun nights and we always had

plenty of laughs. Laughter was one of the

highlights of having an ale at the Hibo.

Peter Artup sadly passed away after a

brief illness. I had put off going to see

him until the last moment. I couldn’t face

up to people dying, because I didn’t

Looking for inspiration for your next childs party? Try these quick and easy ideas!

Jelly Cup People: use lollies to create faces on a cup of jelly Lollypop Sangers: use rolled wrap bread or trimmed sliced with contrasting fillings to create pinwheels. Secure with a kebab stick to create sanger-pops Fruit Kebabs: shapes cut from brightly coloured fruit create great looking fruit kebabs. Try freezing or chilling them for summer parties Spaghetti Dogs: slice hotdog frankfurts into bite sized chunks and thread with uncooked spaghetti. Boil to cook and serve with your choice of sauce. Teddy Racers: Use mini Mars Bars, Tiny Teddy biscuits and smarties to create sweet race cars. Use icing to affix the wheels, and cut a small slit with a hot knife to secure Teddy in his race car

Pizza Cupcakes Prepare a quantity of pizza dough. Roll thinly and line lightly oiled muffin or cupcake pans. Build your pizza as normal using ham, salami, capsicum, mushrooms, beef strips, shredded chicke, herbs, tomatoe, pineapple olives or your own favourite ingredients. Top with your choise of sliced or shredded cheese. Season to taste and cook until golden brown. These bite sized pizzas are delicious hot and cold and are great for parties, suppers, picnics or movie nights

Easy Pizza Dough 11/2 cups (225g) plain flour 1 teaspoon dried yeast 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup (180) warm water 2 tablespoons olive oil Combine flour, yeast and salt in medium bowl. Gradually stir in the water and half the oil. Mix to a soft sticky dough, turn out on to floured surface, knead about 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic. Shape dough into ball, place in a large oiled bowl cover bowl stand in warm place for about 1 hour or until dough doubles in size. Use as required.

Ever wondered where the burgers got their flavour, or the chicken got its crunch? Try these tips

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts

Raised doughnuts: 2 pkgs. regular or rapid rise yeast 1/4 cup warm water (105−115 degrees) 1 1/2 cups lukewarm milk (scalded then cooled) 1/2 cup sugar 1 tsp. salt 2 eggs 1/3 cup shortening 5 cups all−purpose flour Vegetable oil Creamy glaze or chocolate glaze Creamy glaze: 1/3 cup butter 2 cups powdered sugar 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla 4−6 tbsp. hot water Chocolate glaze: 1/3 cup butter 2 cups powdered sugar 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla 4−6 tbsp. hot water 4−oz milk chocolate or semi−sweet chips Makes: 2−3 dozen doughnuts Dissolve yeast in warm water in 2 1/2−quart bowl. Add milk, salt, eggs, shortening and 2 cups flour. Beat on low speed scraping bowl constantly, 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed scraping bowl occasionally, 2 minutes. Stir in remaining flour until smooth.

Cover and let rise in warm place, until double, 50−60 minutes. (Dough is ready when indentation remains when touched.) Turn dough onto floured surface; roll around lightly to coat with flour. Gently roll dough 1/2−inch thick with floured rolling pin. Cut with floured doughnut cutter. Cover and let rise until double, 30−40 minutes. Heat vegetable oil in deep fryer to 350 degrees. Slide doughnuts into hot oil with wide spatula. Turn doughnuts as they rise to the surface. Fry until golden brown, about 1 minute on each side. Remove carefully from oil (do not prick surface); drain. Dip the doughnuts into creamy glaze, set on rack, then when slightly cooled spread chocolate glaze on top. Can dip in sprinkles or other toppings after chocolate if desired. Creamy glaze: Heat butter until melted. Remove from heat. Stir in powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth. Stir in water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency. Chocolate glaze: Heat butter and chocolate over low heat until chocolate is melted; remove from heat. Stir in powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth. Stir in water 1 tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency.

McDonald’s Secret Sauce

1/2 cup mayo 2 tablespoons French dressing 4 teaspoons sweet pickle relish 1 tablespoon finely minced onion 1 teaspoon white vinegar 1 teaspoon sugar Tiny pinch salt Combine all ingredients and

mix well. Refrigerate overnight to combine the flavours. Stir the sauce a few times as it chills, for best results. Makes about 3/4 cup

KFC Chicken

1kg chicken - Pieces / Fillets / Nibbles etc 3 eggwhites 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 1/2 cup cornflour 1 cup p flour 2 tsp dried thyme - I use fresh from my garden 3 tsp smoked paprika 2 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground allspice 1/2 tsp ground ginger Vegetable Oil for Deep Frying 1/ Put eggwhites in bowl and add salt and pepper whisk until soft peaks form 2/ Sift flours into plastic bag add herb and spices 3/ Dip chicken into eggwhite and shake off excess 4/ Put chicken into bag and shake well to coat in flour mixture 5/ Fry the chicken in batches until crisp and golden 6/ Drain on paper towel and serve with BBQ or whatever sauce of your choice

Wild Geese provide a perfect example of the importance of team work and group support, and how it can have a profound and powerful effect on any form of personal or business endeavour.

As each goose flaps its wings, it creates uplift for the birds that follow. By flying in a “V” formation, the entire flock adds 71% greater flying range than if each bird flew alone. Lesson: When we have a sense of community and focus, we create trust and can help each other to achieve our goals. When a goose falls out of formation it suddenly feels the drag and resistance of flying alone. It quickly moves back to take advantage of the lifting power of the birds in front. Lesson: If we had as much sense as geese we would stay in formation with those headed where we want to go. We are willing to accept their help and give our help to others.

When a goose tires of flying up front it drops back into formation and another goose flies to the point position. Lesson: It pays to take turns doing the hard tasks. We should respect and protect each other's unique arrangement of skills, capabilities, talents and resources. When a goose gets sick, two geese drop out of formation and follow it down to the ground to help and protect it. Lesson; If we have as much sense as geese we will stand by each other in difficult times, as well as when we are strong. Geese flying in formation 'HONK' to encourage those up front to keep up with their speed. Lesson: We need to make sure our honking is encouraging. In groups and teams where there is encouragement, production is much greater.

Remember 'Individual empowerment results from

quality honking!’

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Chapter 8 Three Mile Bay

It was late in the afternoon before Izumi woke up. Still dressed in the same school uniform that she had crossed the Atlantic Ocean in, Izumi sleepily sat up in bed. She had fallen asleep on the big bed, not even bothering to remove the white sheet that draped over it. Her eyes gazed about the room that Anna had said was to be hers. Unlike the apartment in Tokyo, this room had two windows, all her own! Izumi eagerly stepped up to the closest window near the bed, and looked out. The window faced south, looking straight into Chaumont Bay. As the afternoon faded fast into evening, the sun slowly sank in the horizon. The sky was clear, belying the fact that the day before, was storm- tossed and angry. Now, all was forgiven, and the bay sank into a restful peace that spoke to Izumi's heart. How different this place was from Tokyo! The busy Japanese city never slept, for noise from the streets below always emanated into the apartment. It was a constancy which Izumi had taken for granted. Here, the only thing she could hear were the waves, gently lapping upon the beach, and the occasional gull gliding across the sky. To the right of this view, stood a small house, encircled by a white

picket fence, happily basking in the twilight. Along the front of the house, ran a long porch, covered in screen, creating a shelter from insects and bugs. Inside, she could see a porch swing, rocking gently in the breeze. The house was painted a soft yellow, "just like the color of the sun when it rises from the night," Izumi noted. In front of the porch, lay a thick bed of white and yellow flowers. To her delight, she noticed they were tulips. If she stood in the breeze just right, Izumi could smell their fragrance from her window. The scene spread before Izumi, as if on display just for her. Izumi struggled to swallow the tears she felt inside.

"If I could experience, for just one day, a rest as peaceful and quiet as this, I would be content to die tomorrow." She spoke this under her breath, sincerely meaning every word. "I wonder who lives there," she

thought, wishing for a look at the inside of such a happy home. Izumi stood there, lost in her imagination. When Izumi finally turned from the view at the window, she was frightened to notice that nightfall had plunged her room into darkness. Izumi's heart began to pound in her ears, for she had a deep rooted fear of the dark. Something about it made her feel smothered, and

frightened. Then the memory of her father's hands came rushing back, with all the intensity of the terror they had tried to inflict. Izumi crouched in the corner trembling, desperately trying to think of something else. God saw her huddled in the corner, and took pity. He sent the moon, and flooded her room with a soft light.

Izumi's eyes cautiously peeked over her knees. The room had transformed into a beautiful hue of silver. Relieved to see the light, she got up and crossed the room to her bed. Izumi slowly moved the heavy bed across

the floor, scooting it flat up against the south window where the moon's light was the brightest. Now she could sleep in it's light. To Izumi, light meant safety. Content with the change, Izumi opened the bedroom door, and went in search of her mother.

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A novel by

Judith Bronte

"If I could experience, for just one day, a rest as peaceful and quiet as this, I would

be content to die tomorrow."