So...D’reen begs off this issue (which is quite alright...though sorely missed)...and I have this thought... maybe I should write a little something – which could be very loosely similar - or maybe not at all...because I tend to pepper all my private writings, journal entries and song lyrics with the same penchant for ellipsis and ambiguity (did I say Doreen was ambiguous? Not I!...I was referring to me!)... AnySpleen...so...
After a bit of a rearrangement and re-imagining of my office space where I spend much of my awake hours hovering in front of a couple of computer screens...designing websites, brochures and other assorted graphic design requirements of local businesses and this community newspaper...and recording my own songs and creating videos for said songs...um.. I digress...anyway I decided to try something new in my office... A standing desk.
I tend to think better on my feet... I like hopping around and sort of doing a little dance (which anyone I’ve had a standing conversation with will likely attest to), so I’ve decided to try a setup in my office that allows me to stand all the time...THAT’S RIGHT...no chair! Well the chair is actually still in the room...currently it is occupied by the guts of a lamp I am repairing...and has been for the last couple of days...I’ll get back to the lamp at some point but it’s nice to know that it’s comfortable and safe in the interim. I’ll let you know how the standing thing goes. It’s only been a few days so far...a little stiffness in the lower back but overall far more comfortable than spending the whole day hunched over a keyboard and mouse with buttoxuals squished beneath oneself...
Ok...so I promised Anna only around 500 words and...well, I certainly do go on. Think of this as an analogue BLOG...different from (self plug alert!) my more traditional digital BLOG at www.stevecaston.ca...where I post my music and videos, with relatively short textual meanderings.
I’ve mentioned in past articles that I am quite stoked about the Mariposa Folk Festival coming up on July 8. I’m one of those people who likes hearing new music…even first listenings are fun for me... sure I like to listen to some classic rock every now and then... in fact I can get quite emotional about it... but I’m also fairly stoked about opera stuff that I hear... even show tunes (though Andrew Lloyd whatsizname usually turns my stomach... but please don’t think I’m judging anyone who likes him!... I quite enjoyed Joseph and his Glow-in-the-dark trenchcoat... or whatever).
Anyway...yes Mariposa cometh! Get-yer-tickets before it’s too late...a cultural celebration in our own backyard...we’re very lucky to have it. Speaking of culture – we’re also very lucky to have a number of cultural groups and happenings right around where we live! Check ‘em out! You’ll be hooked! There you go: my call out for the arts. Check our event listings and A&E page. Ok...my space is long used up...and I must curtail my ruminating — enjoy the sun!
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by Sarah-Jane VandenBerg
From Ladders to Lattices: Today’s World of Work
In the last article I wrote, I referred to the “new” realities of work in Canada. I called these realities the “elephants” that we all know are there and don’t talk about. Over the next number of articles, I’ll address these elephants and look at how we can thrive, which is what I ultimately believe we can do once we get out of our own way.
Bowling For Kids’ Sake at Coldwater Bowling Centre
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Coldwater Bowling Centre hosted a fundraiser on Saturday, April 20, 2013 in support of Big Brother Big Sister mentoring programs. Over $3,500 was raised and all who attended had a lot of fun.
Read more...Washago Rotary Raises Funds for Refugee Camp
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The Rotary Club of Washago & Area Centennial presented David and Catherine Downham, the founders of Project Umbrella Burma, with a cheque in the amount of $1,090 at the Rotary Club’s weekly meeting on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at the Washago Community Centre. The funds were raised from the club’s annual Cash Calendar sales in December.
Read more...Bayside Artists
Visit The Edge Gallery, 32 Dunlop Street West in Barrie, 705-491-1558, to view exciting new works by this local group. Any one of these originals could be part of your home or office decor. Every month, new works are featured in this up-and-coming new local gallery. Each visit will take you on a truly sensory artistic experience. For further information, contact Pat (Trish) Guinn, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , 705-487-3739. To enjoy a more complete collection of works created by each artist, visit www.baysideartists.com. You can also learn more about the entire exhibition featured at The Edge Gallery by logging on to www.theedgeartgallery.ca.
