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Vol. 2, Issue 43 Nov. 11, 2011

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Canadian

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Series?Back in April of this

year we featured

a young cartoonist

with the start of his

creative career.

Now, 17 year old

Bradley Pennell, is

on the cusp of

realizing his dream.

He completed his

first of a series of five

novels - the urban

fantasy series,

Demongelic. Brad

has combined his

love of illustration

with his imaginative

writing skills and has

brought to life the

heroes and villains of

Demongelic. It is

surprising that

someone so young

has successfully

completed this

venture; now tack on

the fact that he has

also illustrated all

the characters in the

book including the

cover. See Page 5 for more ...

The Local Seeker does not accept responsibility for errors, misprints or inaccuraciespublished within. The opinions and statements of our columnists are not to bepresumed as the statements and opinions of The Local Seeker.

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POLITICS

Don't forget! I was at Bobby's Place last

week and the cook, who is huge fan of the

Local Seeker, reminded me to pay tribute

to the troops and Remembrance Day in

my column. Of course I was already

planning to do just that! I already bought

my poppy at a local Tim Hortons, and I

have been wearing it most of the time. It

is important to record the history and

stories of our veterans, as they will not be around for ever.

According to the CBC, "The Canadian Legion's membership has

declined steadily in recent years, as the population of veterans

from the First and Second World Wars and the Korean War has

dropped by more than half. It's estimated there were close to

400,000 veterans in 2001; today that number is 176,000". On the

11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month Canadians pause to

reflect and remember those people who sacrificed their lives in

military service. This is the first Remembrance day, this November

11th, that occurs in a year that ends in eleven. I would like to say

thank you to the veterans who fought for our freedoms against

tyranny.

ARTS AND CULTURE

ARTpreneur is November 24th! From their website: The 2011

ARTpreneur Conference will take place in Cornwall, Ontario on

November 24th, 2011. The conference program will focus on the

business needs of the artistic entrepreneur and teach creative

people how to succeed at their business endeavours. This event is

open to all local artists, artisans, performers or anyone who has a

passion for entrepreneurship. ARTpreneur provides an opportunity where

you can network, learn and develop new skills and gain insight on how to

successfully maintain a creative business. This year ARTpreneur includes

two great speakers who will enlighten everyone with the trials and

tribulations of their artistic careers. Breakout sessions will include

information from the Ontario Art Council, Marketing through Social Media,

working with the media and more. The conference is designed for today's

professional artist in all domains: painter, musician, writer, dancer, actor,

designer, photographer, and talks will be given by experts in the art and

business world from both Canada and the United States. ARTpreneur will

provide an inside look into what it takes to make it in the "ART biz" world.

http://www.artpreneur.ca

Goodbye Andy! A childhood hero of mine passed away. When I was a kid

I use to watch 60 minutes with my dad, and I always looked forward to Andy

Rooney. He was the first person who piqued my interest in journalism, dry

humour, and witty editorials. There were many others who inspired me after

that, but it all started with him. Thank you Andy.

Satisfied customer! I had lunch at Au Vieux Duluth last week and it was

fantastic! It was a delicious quality meal, reasonable prices, really good

decor, and great customer service. I will be going back their again!

Culture Committee missing representation from both Literary

Arts and Theatre! If you think the Culture Committee should have

representation from the Literary Arts community and the Theatre

community, email or call your City Councillors today! Here is their contact

information: http://www.cornwall.ca/en/cao/councilprofiles.asp

THE ENVIRONMENT

City Holding Three Hazardous Waste Days in November! From the

City of Cornwall website: The City of Cornwall will be holding three

hazardous waste collection days in November for residents who are looking

to dispose of hazardous items. Materials will be accepted at the Hazardous

Waste Depot at the City Landfill (2590 Cornwall Centre Road West) on the

following dates: Wednesday, November 2 from 7:30am to 4pm, Saturday,

November 5 from 8am to 12pm, and Wednesday, November 9 from 7:30am

to 4pm. Residents are encouraged to take advantage of these collection

days as they will be the last ones until the Hazardous Waste Depot reopens

in April. Accepted materials include prescription medications, used oil,

propane tanks, latex and oil base paints, car batteries and electronic items

such as old computers, TVs and fluorescent light bulbs. All materials must

be identified and no unknown substances will be accepted. For more

information, please call (613) 936-6072.

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SOCIAL JUSTICE

New Men's Group Formed To Address Violence Against Women And

Children! From the City of Cornwall website: A group of men from Cornwall

have joined together to work towards eliminating violence against women

and children in the community. The Building Better Men Group was officially

unveiled on Friday, November 4th during a gathering at City Hall. Among

other things, the new Group will work to raise awareness of violence against

women and children in collaboration with other community partners.

"Building Better Men is all about men taking a leadership role in eliminating

violence against women and children," said Protius Grant, the Chair of the

new Group. "By working together, there's a lot we can accomplish." Some of

the Group's initial goals are to recruit additional members, establish

partnerships and raise its profile in the community. Those interested in

getting involved with the Building Better Men Group are asked to

communicate with Mr. Grant via email at [email protected].

My name is Jason Setnyk, and this is my eye on society.

Jason Setnyk is a local high school teacher, journalist, published and award

winning author, photographer, arts and culture event coordinator, and a

community volunteer sitting on numerous boards and committees.

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He has successfully weaved the story of young Christopher

Skye, a 16 year old that, after discovering he is half-angel,

quickly learns that his paranoid feelings about being

followed and watched are actually true. Beings thought to

be myths are real and have evolved and adapted into our

society. They can be anyone or anything and are

blending in our world giving a whole new meaning to

the saying Urban Legends. Along the way he meets

other Halflings that help in his quest to discover his

origins and help keep him safe from the barrage of

attacks at the hands of the Unlucky XIII. Paige who is

also a half-angel, Damon the jokester Leprechaun,

Holly the loveable mysterious stalker and Darren a

half-demon who

defies his evil heritage; take a protective approach

towards Chris.

So what drove Brad to take on such a major endeavour

and where did the inspiration come from? Brad always had a vivid imagination, but after a

dream where he saw these characters interacting, he started to write down his ideas. He shared his

thoughts with his mom and his best friends, who encouraged him to continue writing. In no time,

chapters were written and the characters were fleshed out, both on page and in sketch format. The

characters evolved and the drawings improved over time. He developed a following at St. Joseph

Catholic Secondary School, where he is now a grade 12 student, and it encouraged other students at this school to

also start writing stories and develop characters.

These characters have been with Brad for some time. If you look back to his early drawings, you can see glints of the characters

that now make up the world of Demongelic.

Brad was encouraged by several people to continue his venture, and if you take a look at his extensive credits page; he names

them. A trip to Fan Expo in Toronto in 2010 firmly planted the seed to continue with this process. It was encouraging to get

feedback from other artists, writers, celebrities and creative people who did not know Brad personally. He attended Artpreneur

and further honed his talents and increased his self-confidence. He was featured on TV Cogeco’s ArtCurrent last November, and

was on the cover of The Local Seeker as an up and coming cartoonist/illustrator in April 2011. This gave him the extra boost to

pursue the dream.

Discussions were made to release Demongelic as a graphic novel, which may happen in the future; but the more Brad poured

his ideas on the page, the more evident that this needed to be released as a novel. It is now completed, with 26 chapters and

a sneak peak of book 2’s first chapter, where three very popular new characters are introduced. Since the drawings were so

instrumental to his creation, Brad has included an illustration at the beginning of each chapter, so you get a good idea of who

are key to that chapter, and what they look like in Brad’s imagination. He has developed rich descriptions and special abilities

for each unique character he’s created. The story combines action, intrigue, mystery and camaraderie amongst the characters. There

are humorous moments, touching scenes and well described action sequences. The villains are entertaining, sarcastic & vile. Some are

extracted from real urban legends with a Brad twist, while others are purely the imagination of a young man who has always had an

interest in fantasy, folklore, and the basic good vs. evil quandary. The main antagonist is Bloody Mary. Brad was terrified when he heard

about this urban legend in elementary school and so, in a bid to accept that fear, he developed Mary in a unique way. She travels

through mirrors and when she attacks and is retaliated against; her skin made of glass fractures, but can regenerate when she returns

to her mirror world. She is just one of the many villains you meet in Demongelic. The book is geared for ages 13 and up. A good rule

of thumb is if someone is familiar with or read series such as Harry Potter or Percy Jackson, it is in that kind of fantasy category.

Brad may look familiar to you, since he spent his summer at the downtown Cornwall Farmers’ Market & Waterfest/Artfest where he sold handmade bookmarks, (3 of

which are shown above) key chains, t-shirts with Demongelic characters and a zodiac line he created. His entrepreneurial spirit was further developed when he was one

of the successful Summer Company Business participants. Summer Company is a program through the Ministry of Economic Development and Innovation Ontario and

the local program provider is the Cornwall Business Enterprise Centre; which gives students an opportunity to create their own business for the summer. Some students,

like Brad, continue after the summer program ends. He received support and encouragement from the program operators, the Cornwall Economic development office,

mentors and fellow participants.

Brad returned to FanExpo again in August 2011, and although the book was not ready, he

had promotional material, drawings of all the main characters and a positive attitude. His

business acumen, natural charisma and ability to speak in public, shined through, He

showed wisdom beyond his 17 years, and proudly introduced himself to people from the

industry, other artists and writers and explained his upcoming Demongelic series of novels.

He has stacks of cards to follow up with, and some key people that could propel him to the

next novel.

The characters are well thought-out, are beautifully drawn and easily could be made into a

graphic novel, comics, live

feature or even a movie. The possibilities are endless. Brad has created theme videos for

his book and his endless

creative ideas are making his marketing and promotional ideas limitless.

Brad has already seen the support of our wonderful community and firmly believes in

supporting local businesses as well. He has printed his book locally through Angel Printing,

and his Demongelic t-shirts were made by Cornwall City Press/The Sign Factory. One of the

main supporters is Randy Sauve owner of Fantasy Realm. He has known Brad for years

since Brad frequents his store to buy comics, graphic novels and to just discuss some of the

latest fantasy stories and shows and is the reason he first heard about FanExpo. Brad met

with him to talk about Demongelic and Randy without hesitation; agreed to host THE

FIRST BOOK SIGNING ON SATURDAY NOVEMBER 19TH FROM 10AM-5PM. Brad will be onsite to sell the first printing of his book and will sign copies.

Fantasy Realm will also carry Demongelic at the store. The book is available for $15.00. Continued on page 6 . . .

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Susan and Kayla Martin of The Grind have also been big supporters

of Brad. Their first encounter stemmed through a casual comment,

when Brad met Kayla who looked like one of the characters he drew.

She is also an artist and they spoke frequently. THE GRIND HAS

GENEROUSLY AGREED TO HOST A BOOK SIGNING FOR

DEMONGELIC ON SATURDAY DECEMBER 3RD FROM 10AM-4PM.

Brad believes in his hometown, and recently joined Team Cornwall to

demonstrate his support of his hometown and act as a young

ambassador. Brad already is showing his belief in helping out as he

was a participant in the Trunk Sale and Pamper Me Party in support

of MS; he created MS. Scarlet, a sassy fae, and Hope & Believe the

Christmas Angels. Comments

are told frequently when he is at events that he is a role model to

youth today. He worked throughout the summer, and has dedicated

his leisure time to writing and drawing. He encourages his friends

and classmates to pursue their dreams too. He always likes to meet

other young artists that share that passion for creativity.

Since this is his last year of high school, Brad will probably leave to

attend post-secondary education studying Art and Creative Writing.

Book 2 is deep into creation; he’s already completed nine chapters.

One thing for sure about this young man is, that if he makes it big

someday, he’ll never forget where he started and who supported

him. As he so proudly told everyone at FanExpo; “I’m from

Cornwall, Ontario”.

Letting GO!

There comes a time in life when we

have to let go of the people who

bring us down, the people who are

constantly negative and never have

anything good to say about, well,

anything.

This AHA moment came when I

realized that when I surround yourself

with negative people, I then focus on the negative, which

then drives ‘energy’ to negative thoughts and actions.

Seems pretty logical not to do this right? Wrong. Most

people, like myself, are not even aware that these people

are throwing off this negative ‘vibe’ and it’s so easy to just

get caught up in this ‘negativity’ because It's usually

coming from within our inner circle of people that we

surround ourselves with.

A couple months ago I made a decision, one of the hardest

ones I’ve ever had to make, but I knew it had to be done. I

decided to cut ties with people, some that were very close

to me, that were constantly negative, people that for

whatever reason, made me doubt my dreams, goals and

ambitions in life. This is not to say that these people are

bad people, it just means that their time in MY story had

come to end. I realized that if I wanted to grow as a person,

I had to let GO of the people that were bringing me down

with them, that for some reason, loved to see failure in me,

and disregarded any successes. When this happens, and if

this is happening to you in your life..... Let GO.

I’ve now made the choice to surround myself with positive, like

minded people, who celebrate successes and learn from failures and

continue to grow from these experiences. I’ve learned that you are

who you surround yourself with and if you see yourself as a positive,

energetic, goal oriented person, it’s important to have people in

your life that have that same focus, to keep you focused.

Always remember that you are worth it and never sell yourself short,

for anyone, not even yourself.

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Full House to Honour

ODSP activist Denise Vernier

Article and Photo by Jason Setnyk

On Friday October 28th, Denise Vernier, an advocate for ODSP recipients was

honoured with a memorial dinner. Event organizer and SD&G Coalition of

Social Justice Vice Chair Jason Setnyk was pleased with the success of the

event. "We had a full hall on Friday night. It was truly a team effort, and I am

very proud of the efforts of the entire coalition, to not only promote social

justice, but to honour those like Denise who embody the spirit of this very

important movement". The spaghetti dinner and silent auction raised funds

to assist in building a permanent memorial in Lamoureux Park for the ODSP

Action Coalition activist. Vernier collected over 3500 signatures for a petition

she hoped to bring to Queens Park to advocate better conditions for those on

disability pensions. There was also guest speakers including SD&G Coalition

for Social Justice Chair Helene Paquin, Treasurer Elaine MacDonald, City

Councillor Bernadette

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Raising a Creative ChildI am so pleased to say that the teen featured on

the cover of The Local Seeker, is my son. It has

been an incredible journey since he first spoke

about writing a book to these moments where

we wait with bated breath to hold the finished

product in our hands. Some may think this is

an easy process but it wasn’t. Countless

hours spent writing, drawing, proofing,

editing and compiling, and for a boy that

struggled in his early years; this is a real

accomplishment.

When Brad was just a baby, I knew he was different. He had a keen

memory for characters and played differently. He loved puzzles

and building elaborate setups for his over abundant amount of toys.

I used to joke that I was raising the next Stephen Spielberg, wrong

medium, at least at this time, but a creative mind none the less. I

raised Brad on my own from the time he was 4 and a half and

although we struggled at times, I ensured that he never missed out

on any of the essentials, and some extras.

Although he had very little coordination, I enrolled him in t-ball,

soccer, basketball, swimming and karate lessons, to at least give him

a basic knowledge and understanding as well as a sense of

teamwork. Athletics did not appeal to him and he continued what he did best,

draw and develop creative play atmospheres.

I cannot recall a time where he didn’t have a paper and pencil in hand, or one

of his beloved action figures. I’d often show up to meetings with one of his

“Pokemon” or “Digimon” peeking out of my briefcase or find little pictures of

his creations slipped into my purse or notepad. I held on to most of his

artwork and it is wonderful to look back and see how creative he always has

been. It wasn’t enough to draw them, he had to name them and provide back

stories too.

School wasn’t always easy and he struggles in many subjects. He was picked

on for being so tiny, had no athletic abilities but was amazing at dodge ball

evasion, which was a good thing given his small size. His strongest asset was

his ability to remember and when something means something to him, he

locks it in his memory vault.

I gladly spent my weekends and weeknights with him watching countless

movies and shows, reading books and always with the voices to add to the

storyline delivery, and playing action figures with him. He was special, as it

was often pointed out to me. He was described as a young child with an old

soul; a crystal child, a child with a strong interest in folklore, fantasy and

mythology.

When I couldn’t be with him due to work commitments, I was lucky that my

parents could help out. They too recall that constant need to have something

in his hands, which is still the case today. He has to have a pencil, paper, some

of his drawings, and an Ipod in hand at all times.

He may not have been athletic, but he did have a natural talent in acting as

well. He was part of Dreammaker Productions, and I thank Dave and Lisa

Runions for their encouragement of Brad. I still remember when he tried out

for High School the Musical, he was 12 at the time and looked about 10, but

they gave him a shot, saw how he interacted and once he got on stage, he was

very comfortable. He got the part, and even got the chance to feel like a jock

as the smallest basketball player in the play. He sang, danced and acted and

formed great friendships with this group and signed his first autographs. He

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went on to also be in Peter Pan as Schmee, Dracula as Edward a non speaking

part with a creepy walk that rivaled the Ring, the Wizard of Oz as one of the

Witch’s henchmen and helped for lighting on many other projects. He’s

stepped away from acting, at least for now, but will always have fond

memories of the theatre group that gave him a chance.

Finding art teachers is not easy, but he met Monica Piotrowski who did

provide him with lessons and understood his passion. She taught him to

improve on his dragon drawings, which he put to good use at the recent

Waterfest where he created a special edition River Dragon. He also took part

in an Arts Camp assembled by the City, where he met Frank Burelle who is a

cartoonist and illustrator. Brad thoroughly enjoyed his classes, and as a

young man, Brad frequently sees Frank and talks about his art and his book

and future ideas. They recently were across from each other at the Trunk Sale

and Pamper Me Party in Support of MS. How cool was that! Brad rose to the

occasion and created MS. Scarlet a sassy faerie and Hope and Believe the

Christmas Angels, male and female angels. The male one could be the new

Clarence. He knew that MS has a carnation sale and used a carnation to

create the very memorable dress for MS. Scarlet. He has a natural ability to

come up with creative ideas and never seems to lack them.

He has turned his passion into a career and has written his first novel.

Looking back, I could have done things differently, and maybe I should have

instilled more rules, but I have a great relationship with my son. Like one of

my favourite books, that was given to me as a shower gift, and then again

when Brad was born, by Robert Munsch: “I will love you forever, I will love

you for always, as long as I’m breathing, may baby you will be.” And you’ve

come a long way baby, and the journey has just begun!

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The Squeaky Wheel

Gets the GreaseSoon after accepting the position of

pastor at the Long Sault Pentecostal

Church in 2006, one of my seniors

asked me to consider opening up the

church for a community hymn sing

once a month. Well, I was busy and

had a lot on my plate and put her off. A few months later,

she asked again, and then again. It took me quite a while to

accept the thought of taking on one more commitment.

Finally in September of 2009, we began a community hymn

sing on the third Sunday evening of each month. We are

now into our third year of hymn sings and they are going

great and gaining popularity. The squeaky wheel does get

the grease. I’m glad she kept at me.

I knew I would be heavily involved. I play the

piano/keyboard. I cut my teeth as far as piano playing goes

on many of these old hymns. I actually love getting on the

keyboard and bringing the old hymns of the church to life.

Usually a drummer from another church shows up, plays the

drums, and helps with the singing. A guitar player from another local

church helps out by playing and singing whenever he is free. Singers

from our church and other churches come to help lead the songs. We

usually spend an evening practicing before the big event on the

Sunday night.

On the evening of the sing, someone shares an appropriate poem –

sometimes humorous, sometimes serious – but always exactly what

we need. Another person will read a Scripture passage. Once in a

while, we will have a special musical number. The vast majority of the

time we sing.

And do we sing! I usually pick out 16 old hymns of the church and 99% of the

time, we get through them all. We do it all in an hour! Can this group sing! The

rafters of the church resound with praises. The messages of the hymns minister

to our hearts about the greatness of our God and about His ability to speak to our

hearts and make us more like Him.

Johannes Sebastian Bach wrote, “Where there is devotional music, God is always

at hand with His gracious presence.” That is true. God is present in these times.

We have fun. Who wouldn’t have fun singing, “There’s a church in the valley by

the wildwood”, or “On the wings of a snow-white dove”, or “Because He Lives”, or

any other of the old hymns and gospel songs of the last century.

One of my fun favorite ones from my early years is “This Ole House”. I remember

going to the basement where there was an old gramophone. It was not electric

and you had to crank it up so it would play a little 45-rpm record. These were

leftovers from my grandmother’s furniture that were stored there. I’m sure my

Dad became tired of hearing it as he did woodworking in his shop but he never

complained. He knew his girls were having fun singing at the top of their lungs

and laughing as they sang.

Surprisingly not all the people who come to these evenings are seniors. Certainly

the majority of them are but I have discovered that people of all ages like hymns.

After the hour-long sing is over, we share light refreshments together in our

fellowship room. Often people stay late to chat and just enjoy each other’s

company.

I am just beginning to put together the hymn selection for this month.

November is “remembrance” month. I am sure that some of the songs will reflect

a war theme, such as, “Onward Christian Soldiers” and “The Battle Hymn of the

Republic”.

Quoting again from Bach, “The aim and final end of all music should be none

other than the glory of God and the refreshment of the soul”. How true is that

statement! We find that at the end of the evening, we are tired but we have

glorified God and our souls have been refreshed.

Should you wish to join us, the next community hymn sing starts at 6:30 p.m. on

November 20th. The sing in December will, of course, be set aside for Christmas

carols.

Would you care to help me sing? “Mine eyes have seen the glory of the coming

of the Lord…” Do you hear the sound of marching feet?

Rev. Lorna CasselmanLong Sault Pentecostal Church

9 Bethune Avenue, Long Sault, ON K0C 1P0 - Phone: 613-534-2622

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Cornwall Transit Offers

Free Rides For Veterans

On the occasion of Remembrance Day, Cornwall Transit is

reminding veterans that they can ride the bus free of charge at any

time of the year.

The City of Cornwall enacted a new policy in 2011 that allows

veterans to ride for free on the Conventional Bus and Handi-Transit

bus service throughout the year upon presentation of their

veteran’s card from a local service club.

In previous years, Cornwall Transit offered free rides for veterans on

Remembrance Day, and the decision was made to expand the

service to the full year.

"It is a small gesture of appreciation for all those who have served,

and who continue to serve, our country," said Mayor Bob Kilger.

Transit Division Manager Len Tapp is encouraging all local veterans

to take advantage of this free service, both on Remembrance Day

and throughout the year.

"We would be honoured to have them on board," said Mr. Tapp.


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Lessons from the RoadAs I mentioned in my previous roadSIGNS

Column, I have had the opportunity over the last

six weeks to travel across Canada. I have learned

that it takes a certain discipline to get up each morning, check-

in at the airport, travel to a new city, arrive at a new hotel each night and

remember what room I have been assigned and finally, show up every

evening with and enthusiastic and engaging presentation. As a result of

my observations of myself and others, I have learned many lessons

which of course, not only apply to travelling but to life in general. It’s just

that travelling puts everything under a microscope.

Lesson Number One: Stay in the Moment. As someone who is notorious

for thinking about what’s next, or what is happening next week, I have

learned that this is not an effective strategy when I am travelling. Staying

grounded and living in the moment however, is. The routine of changing

locations everyday has forced me to wake up, ask what city and hotel I

am in, assess where I am travelling to that day and upon arrival, focus on

that evening’s program. Thinking ahead too far only creates confusion

and distraction.

Lesson Number Two: Be Patient and Smile a Lot When you have to go

through airline security for several days in a row, it is very easy to become

annoyed. I have never taken jackets, boots and belts off so many times in my life

and I feel constantly embarrassed about undressing in public. The key to

surviving this daily assault is to be patient, to joke with the security guards

(imagine having their job!) and to smile a lot. That smile changes everything and

lights people up along the way. I have learned that airport security is simply a job

that has to be done and not to take it personally.

Lesson Number Three: Inspire Others As I travel through these airports, I hand

out attractionCARDS, inspiring messages which we produce here at roadSIGNS.

This may be the agent at the check-in desk, the server at Starbucks, the occasional

flight attendant, waiters and waitresses or shop keepers. What I have noticed is

how a small thing like offering someone a message for their day makes a

difference. One server at the airport in Halifax shared with me that travelers are

not nice people. They are always in a hurry and chronically grumpy. After offering

her and her colleague an attractionCARD they lit up and stated that I had “made

their day!” It’s not difficult to inspire others.

Lesson Number Four: When I Inspire Others I am InspiredI have also noticed that

when I take a moment to be pleasant, to smile, or to offer a message, the same

energy returns to me. As I leave an interaction with another person, I frequently

see them smiling and sharing the message I offered them with someone else. And

that lights me up. I realize that if I stay lit up and inspired it has an impact on my

being, my work and my relationships. Energy given; energy received.

Lesson Number Five: Stay Rested A constant change in time zones, a new hotel

bed every night and evening programs which keep me awake thinking, make

staying rested a real challenge. I developed the habit of meditating before each

event, 15 to 30 minutes, of quiet reflection and breathing. It is interesting that I

don’t afford myself that luxury when I am not travelling even though I know the

benefits and how it allows me to be ‘on’ during my evening workshops. It is

important ME FIRST time, that opportunity to serve myself first so that I can serve

others well.

I am sure there have been other lessons as well – these are the principle ones.

They apply to all of our days not just the travelling ones. And so I invite you to join

with me and practice being present, being patient and smiling a lot, inspiring

others and as a result, being inspired and staying rested with a daily dose of ME

FIRST time. These simple lessons can change your life in so many ways.

Until next time…Betty

Betty Healey is the roadSIGNS Coach, coaching people back to life!. Her most

recent book, The ME FIRST Playbook is designed to help adults relax and be

more playful as they learn about themselves. The ME FIRST Playbook is

available from Betty’s website www.roadSIGNS.ca.

You can also watch the roadSIGNS TV Show on Cogeco:

http://www.tvcogeco.com/cornwall/shows/1396-the-road-signs-show. For

information regarding Betty’s coaching and upcoming retreats contact

Betty at [email protected] or visit her website at www.roadSIGNS.ca.

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Don’t let the

Winter Zap your

Creative Spark

I love the fall, its cool enough

to wear your favorite

sweaters and jacket but not

so cold you look like a

Michelin Tire man when you

head outside. For many die hard outdoor

painters this weather, as long as it isn’t raining, is the

perfect time to head out. The temperature is

tolerable, no bugs, no sunstroke, the water based

paint won’t dry as fast and a thermos of hot tea or

cocoa hits the spot. I’m sure this is the same for the

other artistic disciplines a little music; dance or

theatre in the park is still possible amid the backdrop

of the fall colourscape.

Soon, unfortunately, the winter winds will blow and

the temperature forces all inside where, if we are not

careful, we will stay until the spring thaw. This can

ultimately lead to isolation among creative souls.

Especially if you hate winter as much as I do. I am

often found on the first really cold winter day in bed

with the covers up over my head telling my husband

to let me know when it’s spring again. If this is you

then it is doubly important to prepare yourself now

so that the winter doesn’t cut you off from some

much needed time with other creative people.

Here are a few suggestions that you could work on to keep

the creative energy flowing:

1. Plan a regular painting, jamming, dancing, improv or

reading recital day or evening with 3 – 8 other like minded

creative people. Maybe this would be one evening a week or

Sunday afternoons whatever you can all agree that your

schedule allows and keep it! Take turns going to each others

homes if there isn’t a central spot you can use to meet.

2. Plan to take workshops either with some other

Artists you know or alone if need be. Take a workshop that is

something you have never tried before and just let go of

being good at it for the time you are there and enjoy the

process.

3. Give a workshop. If you have a particular method of

expression offer to teach some of your peers what you do.

You could decide how much you need to charge if anything

to make this happen; base it on about 8 – 10 people

attending and make it happen. Keep fun as the main

objective and play away

4. Have a Play day. If you don’t want to organize

something as formal as a workshop then plan a play day with

a few others where you try out together some technique or

style of the art you do with 3 or more friends. Just make fun

and play the goal.

Creativity needs the company of creativity, it is the

fundamental way we move ourselves and our talents forward.

The myth of the isolated, tortured artist is one that is not

founded in truth; even Vincent Van Gogh shared space with

Gauguin. Together they fought, got drunk and produced

some of the great paintings of their time. Let’s not forget,

out of many garage bands great rock groups were forged.

Sandra Taylor Hedges, Fine Artist,

Teacher and President of L’association Focus Art Association

sandra-taylor-.artistwebsites.com

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focusartonline.org

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sCORNWALL CONCERT SERIES –Celebrating 25 Years of Beautiful Music

Marcus Nance, Base BaritoneSecond concert in the 2011-2012 SeasonThe Cornwall Concert Series began in 1986 and since that

time has been bringing professional classical music

entertainment to the residents of the city and surrounding

area. In the twenty-five years since, audiences have

enjoyed performances given by musicians from all over the world. That tradition

continues this Saturday night, Nov. 12, at

Aultsville Theatre-8 p.m. when Marcus

Nance will charm and delight the audience

with his rich baritone voice. Marcus Nance

mesmerized audiences as Caiaphas in the

Stratford Shakespeare Festival’s production of

Jesus Christ Superstar which just ended this

past weekend. Cornwall is fortunate that he

was able to fit in this performance before he

plays the same role at the La Jolla Playhouse

in San Diego in November and December. He

will appear on Broadway at the Neil Simon

Theatre in New York starting March 2012,

again in Jesus Christ Superstar.

Marcus Nance made his film debut as the

Singing Accountant in Mel Brooke’s feature

film The Producers starring Nathan Lane and

Matthew Broderick. He has also moved into cabaret with appearances at the Stratford

Summer Music Cabarets, the Toronto Jazz Festival and as a regular guest with the Ottawa

Jazz Orchestra. In 2009 he starred and hosted ‘Divos and Divas with Marcus Nance’ at

Statlers Piano Lounge in Toronto performing with guest stars such as Tony Award Nominee

Louise Pitre, David Rogers of Phantom of the Opera fame and the incomparable opera diva

Measha Brueggergosman. And, if you look closely, you might also catch this versatile and

talented artist in ads or on the runways of Toronto Fashion Week

He has garnered glowing reviews from critics and audiences all across this country and the

U.S. To quote: “His voice, a deep flexible instrument that can rumble in his chest or soar

above an audience, literally speaks for itself. And it seems to adapt as easily to an opera

house, as to a microphone.”

He has recently released a CD, Marcus Nance: The Voice Next Door about which FAB

Magazine wrote: “Fans of cabaret jazz or musical theatre have hit the motherlode here;

Nance’s deep bass brings a unique flavour to these oft-heard classics… His remarkable

voice transports you to an elegant evening of cabaret and sophistication. This is a truly

talented artist well worth hearing.”

Tickets will be available at the door this Saturday, November 12 ($25.). Box office opens

at 7:30 p.m.

The 25th anniversary season continues with Jeunesses Musicales’ production of “Carmen”,

Saturday, March 24, 2012 and the clarinet and piano duo of Kornel Wolak and Chris

Donnelly, Saturday, April 28, 2012.

Series subscriptions are still available at Cornwall & Seaway Valley Tourism & Angels’s Gifts

from the Heart (Adult $70, Student $60)

For additional information contact

Virginia Winn [email protected] (613) 528-4379

or Mike Pearson [email protected] (613) 933-0293



The Game of LifeHave you ever thought about life as a

game? What games are you playing in

your business or personal life?

For the sake of keeping life simple,

CHECKERS, what a simple game that all

ages can learn and play together, and

when the game ends, it doesn’t matter

who wins, we just want to play with our

partner again.

SNAKES and LADDERS, getting to the top of our game, having to

cope and deal with the set backs along the way as we climb back

up, sometimes starting back at the bottom and other times we

manage to slip just far enough to regain our footing.

RISK what chances are you willing to take in life to reach your

goals and to live your passion?

BARREL OF MONKEYS, the connections we make along the way,

the people we hang on to and make a chain to continue with our

growth, and to support others along the way. How strong is your

chain?

CHESS, the game of strategy…do you have a strategic plan in

your life?

SCRABBLE, if only we chose our words spoken as wisely as we do

in the little wooden squares we place on a board to gain points.

TWISTER, as long as your feet are securely placed on the dots, no

matter how stretched and twisted you become, it is so important

to stay grounded, finding balance in your life is sometimes the

hardest game to play.

YAHTZEE, we all want a full house in life, friends and family who

support and love us.

MONOPOLY, are you playing for money, power and control? Who

are you trading with along the way?

SORRY, the game of luck, strategy and determination, sometimes

referred to as “sweet Revenge”, being first to get to where you are

going, offering an apologetic sorry along the way.

And last but not least, LIFE…an exciting journey through

LIFE, a series of choices and chance, good deeds and

surprises…that is LIFE!

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Shifting Forward

- "Everyday Movement"How aware are you of your body as you move? Is it

worth noting? Absolutely!!! Far too much do we

allow immobility to set in to our everyday lives and

forget to enjoy movement for movement’s sake.

Think of when you were a child. You were a master

of movement! Graceful or not your movement

was more raw and undefined. You responded to

life in physical ways that you may not allow yourself to anymore. We all

too often swallow our emotions, and force them to be quieted and

forgotten as we move through the day. However, over time this has an

impact on how we see ourselves and what potential we allow ourselves to

reach as physical, emotional, spiritual human beings. Societal pressures of

what is and is not acceptable behaviour heavily weigh on how we learn to

be in the world. In contrast, once you have had a good cry, you may feel better or

you might not. Or, when you jump for joy a sensation of release is present and when

you embrace someone and allow yourself to be open to receive that embrace back a

connection happens. It is more than just physical.

I tend to move in impulsive and random ways when I dance; even more so when I

improvise movement. I am what you would call a physical, tactile learner with

tendencies to respond to sound and music. Another aspect of my learning styles is

that I am very in touch with my emotions and thoughts which means I often use my

I am The Sizzle Coach; I am here to assist you with The Journey to Self-

Discovery. You are worth it! And only you can change it! Are you hesitant or

curious? Do you want clarity in your life? Do you want to make positive

changes in your life? Do you want to discover who you are? Have more

questions?

Call Janet today.

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with Amanda Marini-Rohde feelings and insert them into my movement. If you wanted to label it

you could say I am a kinaesthetic, auditory/musical, intrapersonal

learner. Now, we all have kinaesthetic sense and have the ability to

tap into this very important tool. Yes, some of us are more inclined to

be physically aware of our bodies, just as some are more inclined to

understand the world through sight and observation or through

reading and writing or through logistics and order. You can revitalize,

improve and grow your sense of bodily awareness.

“There seems to be two extremes of people, I could describe them

psychologically as those who are overwhelmed by the unconscious

and those who are cut off from it.”

Mary Whitehouse., The Tao of the Body.

This quote spoke to me as I teach movement in many forms and feel it

is important to address. The first person she describes is almost too

open, and unstructured in their approach to movement. They seem to

move in an unstructured fashion and the gestures are formless and

undefined. They love to move freely and unboundedly. The latter is

far too reliant on form and routine. A certain level of rigidness is

applied as they attempt movement. Both are two extremes can quite

easily lead to both acute and chronic injuries if not addressed

consistently.

Balance is fundamental in learning how the body wants to move.

Form and execution are just as valuable as free play and

experimentation. Do not judge the body as it moves. Witness it

and be kind as it shifts through life.



ARTpreneur

Conference

Returns For Its

Fourth YearThe Cornwall Business Enterprise

Centre is pleased to once again

host the annual ARTpreneur

Conference on November 24th at

the Ramada Inn and Conference

Centre. Themed “Passion To Profit”

the event is open to all artists and

entrepreneurs who are interested

in developing new skills and

insights on how to maintain a

creative business.

ARTpreneur brings together local artists

with accomplished experts in the creative

arts. We have received positive feedback

from our previous conferences, and we are

confident that this year’s edition will be

enjoyable and beneficial for attendees.

The speakers for the 2011 conference

include:

BETTINA FORGETBettina Forget is a gallery owner, visual

artist, and art critic living and working in

Montreal. Mrs. Forget is also co-host of the

one-hour contemporary dance talk show

The Movement Museum on CKUT Radio.

Mrs. Forget combines her passion for

science, astronomy and weather with her

passion for art, to create exceptional pieces

of work.

MERILYN SIMONDSAn accomplished author based in Kingston,

Merilyn Simonds broke onto the literary

scene in 1996 with the release of The

Convict Lover, which was nominated for the

Governor General’s Literary Award. Her

latest book, A New Leaf: Growing with my

Garden, has received praise from the likes of

author Margaret Atwood and singer Sarah

Harmer.

MIKE LAKINGA self-taught photographer with over 35 years of experience, Mike Laking has

always felt that his photographs were technically very good, but he knew that

there was a spark missing. Four years ago he took a course in Photoshop that

ignited that spark and fanned it into a roaring flame, as he now creates unique

digital photoart.

Mr. Laking is also a true businessman, successfully mixing both his artist talents

and his entrepreneurship skills. He will share his insight into the mix of these two

worlds.

As a Business Consultant at CBEC, I regularly meet individuals interested in

pursuing creative businesses. ARTpreneur is the perfect opportunity to explore

art, business and entrepreneurship, in an informative and fun setting, with others

of the same mindset.

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Anyone wishing to attend should register early to reserve their place for

the conference. Registrants can take advantage of early bird pricing by

registering before November 10th to save on the conference fee. The

early bird fee is $40, while the regular fee is $50. A special student rate is

also being offered for $15 for a half day and $30 for the full day.

For more information, or to register for ARTpreneur, please visit

www.ARTpreneur.ca Information can also be obtained by calling

613-933-0074 or e-mailing [email protected]

Candy Pollard, Business Consultant

Cornwall Business Enterprise Centre, 100 Water Street East, Suite 104

P.O. Box 877, Cornwall, ON K6H 5T9

Direct Line 613-933-0074

www.businessenterprisecentre.ca


MY FATHER’S WORLD

SYMBOLSBy Adrienne Toews

Ivan Pavlov, a Russian Physiologist (1849-1936) who won the

Nobel prize in medicine is best known for his discovery of

what he called “conditioned reflex”. To put it really simply, he

proved that it is possible to “teach” a person to respond

emotionally to a symbol which had ne meaning to him/her

previously. He started working with dogs. Every time he fed a

dog he rang a bell. Soon he found that as soon as he rang a

bell, the dog would start to salivate, even though there was

no food. The bell became a symbol for the pleasure of eating.

Symbols are very powerful in our lives as well, but we do have

to be careful that we choose to respond to the right ones

before they become an automatic, emotional “conditioned

reflex”.

For example, take the red poppy. No problem there. We all

respond with compassion and use that symbol to honor the

dead who gave their lives in the fight for freedom. But what

about Christmas? Which symbol brings out our strongest emotions? Is

it the Christ child in whose honour the day is named and all it

represents, or is it the jolly man in the red suit and the presents he

brings?

Don’t get me wrong. Anyone who knows me knows I love Christmas

and all the decorations, excitement, joy, bustle and even chaos the

season brings, but my strongest emotions are connected to the baby

Jesus in the manger and the message it brought and still brings – “Joy

to the world”.

There are very subtle changes creeping into our society to train us to respond to the wrong symbols. I first noticed it when looking for Christmas cards (yes,

I am one of the dinosaurs who still send out Christmas cards by snail mail – a great way to connect with friends around the world). There was now an

abundance of “Holiday” cards. The Christmas tree is now advertised as a Holiday tree in some stores, and the greeting we are supposed to use is “Happy

Holiday”. Well, not this dinosaur. I refuse to be forced to “salivate” at the sound of the wrong bell. People who want to celebrate a “holiday” are welcome to

choose another date for theirs. This one is already taken.

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I had an interesting

conversation with a Cornwall

resident last week about,

pardon the pun, the growing

problem of childhood obesity.

We began to discuss a good

way to help our children, our

future keep a balance that

allows them to keep up with

technology but not become

couch potatoes at the same time. Meaning, they

don’t have to sit in front of the computer or television

8 hours a day.

When it comes to my six year old daughter Julia, she’s

currently a player in the Cornwall Girls Hockey Tykes

program. They are on the ice one hour, twice a week.

We are also regular users of the Aquatic Centre, as she

enjoys swimming and doesn’t yet realize it’s a great

way to exercise (I’ll make sure we don’t read this

article together).

In the summer, she enjoys playing in the Kinsmen

Minor Soccer program. 2012 will be her fourth year

with KMS.

She’s also been involved with Tartan Flare School of

Highland Dancing since she was four years old.

Julia is always more than willing to join a game of tag

or street hockey and play on one of the two

trampolines with the local kids in our neighbourhood.

Don’t get me wrong, it’s not all physical activity all the time.

Her favourite television shows are iCarly, Suite Life on Deck

and Sponge Bob Square Pants. I can’t begin to count the

number of times we’ve watched Shrek or the Lion King on

DVD (other parents warned me about that happening). She

also enjoys reading (Scaredy Cat is one of her favourite series).

The day is coming soon when she’ll be able to show me how

to work certain things on our home computer, she already

shows me the best way to get to the next level on Mario on

her DS.

All that, and she’s a healthy eater, taking after her father.

But it comes down to moderation and routine. Sure she eats food that’s not the healthiest choice, but

only once or twice a week. We’re lucky to have a daughter that actually prefers fruits and vegetables to

candy but every once in a while, she craves cheesies or chips (so does mom and dad).

Her school has helped with that too with regularly scheduled eating times that she follows on

weekends and holidays.

I’m not professing to having all the answers, but her eating habits are actually helping me keep mine in

check. I actually felt guilty about a bowl of ice cream (two scoops) I offered to share with her recently

and she said, “I don’t need that right now.”

That, combined with the pure joy of playing different sports and games with her is what my wife and I

consider a balanced lifestyle – here’s hoping we’re on track.

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Against Visiting DanvilleAkwesasne, NY - In the Akwesasne Warriors first two

meetings with the Danville Dashers, the Warriors

overcame the Dashers in convincing victories and

Wednesday (November 9) night’s game inside the

Turtle Dome was no different with the Warriors

overcoming the Dashers for the third straight time

8-4.

The Warriors opened the first period in a big way

with six unanswered goals in the first fifteen

minutes of play. Warriors leading scorer Pierre

Dagenais would open for the Warriors with assist from

Sylvain Deschatelets and Nicolas Corbeil early in the

frame. The seemingly heated rivalry that has begun hit a

boiling point in the middle of the period when Akwesasne's

Paul Shantz and Danville's Colin Rice would meet for a tilt.

Nicolas Corbeil, Addison Pelkey, and Patrice Brunet would add

four more goals only minutes apart to bring the Warriors lead to 5-

0. Temper would flair for the second but not last time in the contest

when Akwesasne's Kiawentonteh Swamp and Danville's Chris Affinati

went toe-to-toe with five minutes remaining. Late in the period Akwesasne's Patrick

Deraspe would net a shorthanded goal with a feed from Carter Trevisani and Danville

would finally get on the board with a late goal by Jay McFadden.

Fisticuffs would highlight the second period as Kiawentonteh Swamp would go at it

again, this time with Danville's Colin Rice. Pierre Dagenais and Carter Trevisani would

net goals for the Warriors early in the period to extend the lead to 8-1 and that would

end the Warriors offense for the reminder of the game. The second period would end

with Akwesasne's Kris McCarthy and Danville's Robert Mazins exchanging blows and a

late Danville goal by Jose Vazquez to end the period 8-2 Akwesasne.

With the game firmly in the Warriors hands and Dashers attempted to come back with

two goals by Chris Affinati and Justin Barr but couldn't spur enough offensive firepower

to lessen the deficit.

Nicolas Corbeil and Pierre Dagenais would highlight the Warriors efforts with two goals

and two assists for the night. Akwesasne's David Plouffe made 50 saves to take the win.

Akwesasne is home again Friday (November 11) night as they take on the 1000 Islands

Privateers, game time 7:35. For ticket information visit us at

www.akwesasnewarriors.com

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Graphic Designer

I’m Julia

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Web Designer

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"BORROWING" YOUR WAY TO A POST-SECONDARYEDUCATION?

This year student-loan debt surpassed

credit-card debt for the first time.

Credit quality in other classes of

consumer debt has been improving,

but delinquency rates on student

loans are rising as more students are

borrowing more money than ever

before.

The high cost of a university education

has led to questions about the

reliability of post-secondary studies as

an investment. Higher education

could be viewed as a commodity of

dubious value when, in Canada for

example, 18 per cent of university

graduates end up earning half or less

of the national median income.

In the meantime, there needs to be a

repricing of student debt. That would

be a bad thing for taxpayers, but a

good thing overall. Just as (student)

borrowers need to understand the

risks they are exposing themselves to

by going to university, voters need to

understand the liabilities that

governments are taking on when they

subsidise students. If information

about government subsidies to

students were made public, other

useful data would follow - on the

average financial returns to graduates

of specific subjects, for example.

Those studying less lucrative subjects

would have to pay more, or be

subsidised more. It would be a

controversial approach, but a more

educated one.

But the connection between a

university education and a satisfying

and successful working life is not

speculative. University graduates

Gary Friedman

Professionally Chilling With ...

have the highest employment rate in Canada and are much more likely

to find full-time jobs. A degree is an insurance policy against the

vagaries of the global economy. In the 2008 recession, says Statistics

Canada, degree holders were less likely to be laid off, and more likely to

be hired back promptly if they were laid off.

And finally I defer to the brilliant and frugal Ben Franklin (his raised

eyebrows on the U.S. 100 dollar bill a steady rebuke to our spendthrift

ways) who said a few hundred years ago: “If a man empties his purse

into his head, no man can take it away from him. An investment in

knowledge always pays the best interest.” In the twenty-first century,

however, Franklin's views on knowledge are becoming a tougher sell

in a world where the love of knowledge is increasingly being reduced

to an economic commodity.

I welcome your comments at [email protected]

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