Newsletter of the South Granville Seniors...

South Granville Seniors Centre Connecting Adults 55+ to the Community

1420 W12th Avenue, Vancouver | 604.732.0812

www.southgranvilleseniors.ca

OUR TIMES Newsletter of the South Granville Seniors Centre

September

South Granville Seniors Friendship Centre 1420 West 12th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, V6H 1M8 T. 604.732.0812 | www.southgranvilleseniors.ca

Open 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday

Annual Membership Fee: $20

Our Mission We work together with adults 55+ to support their well-being in ways

that promote friendship, diversity, and individual worth.

Board of Directors

President: Les Blond Vice President: Mairy Beam

Treasurer: Vacant

Business Secretary: Linda Darbey

Directors: Sharon Esson,

Beryl Petty, Dolores O’Leary-Shafik,

Jag Sangha, Barbara Kirby, Vessa Samson, Stella Tsang,

and Penny Williams

What We Do We are a non-profit, drop-in community centre for seniors located in the heart of South Granville/Fairview. Founded in 1979, the South Granville Seniors Centre has been a strong and active pillar in the Granville/Fairview community ever since. As a non-municipal, inde-pendent centre run by a non-profit organization, we are dependent on the support and generosity of community partners and members, while our small staff team and dedicated volunteers manage day-to-day operations.

Here at the Centre, we provide a variety of drop-in programs and ser-vices for 450+ seniors members and 1,500+ seniors in our community (including recreational, wellness, exercise, and food programs). The majority of these programs are facilitated and supported by senior volunteers, providing older adults with varied opportunities to contin-ue to share their skills and knowledge with other in their later years. Our centre offers a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and friendly space for seniors to meet, connect with others, and keep active.

Staff

Executive Director: Clemencia Gomez [email protected]

Program & Volunteer Coordinator: Benita Yi

[email protected]

Office Administrator and Program Assistant: Leah T’ien

[email protected]

Spanish Coordinator: Marina Sanz [email protected]

A Very Big Thank You

September 2018 | page 3

LETTER FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

To our community partners and donors for their support. SGSC is funded through generous grants and private donations.

“We acknowledge the financial assistance of the Province of British Columbia”

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Dear members,

I hope you are staying cool in the midst of these heat waves. If you have any problems dealing with this hot weather, please call us or come to the Centre where it is cool and you can have coffee, tea and/or lemonade.

I would like to say a big thank you to our SUMMER STUDENTS: Kyle, Rachael and our international volunteer Antonia for doing such a great job this summer. Thank you Rachael for organizing all of the fantastic trips this summer and Antonia for assisting with the outings. Thank you Kyle for maintaining our social media channels and updating our website. We are really going to miss you! I wish all the best to the three of them in their future endeavors.

September is here and we would like to invite you to our end-of-summer potluck party on September 21st. We are going to eat, con-nect and have fun. Don’t miss it!

In September we will run wonderful, interesting and fun programs that can keep us heathier, more active and connected (please see our pro-grams on pages 10-16). Becoming active—especially as we age, helps energize our moods and manage symptoms of illness and pain, re-lieves stress and anxiety and can improve our feelings of wellbeing.

NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

Happy September Birthdays!

Marion A. Pietro A. Mercedes A. Bevan A. Catalina A. Alicia B. Doris B. Anne B. David C. Dora C. Shirley C. Christina M. Emma C. Joe G. William D. Angelina H. Jocelyn H. Jean H. Zunilda H. Marie I. John K. Sophia L. Elsa M. Barbara M. Ali S. Yumi S. Annie S. Gabriella R. Margaret F. Gigela M. Bill M. Clio S. Evelyn T. Ellen W. Pauline W. Joanne W. Hilda R. Jans V. Marlene N. June Joyce B. Christa S. Luis C. Robert S. John H. Maria Teresa B. Yolanda X. Daniel B. Herrick C. Crissy G. Vi P. Mercedes C. Hope R. Marie-Lisa L. Semra Y. Debra M. Maria Cristina A. Mercedes G. Pauline T. Morley K. Celia A. Diane F. Peggi I. Marilyn Q. James F. Helen B. Ana M. Joan H. Sue H. Esmeralda F. Susan F. Helene St. M. Leonard M. Lynda W. Nazila S. Michael C. Lilia Y. Gertrude C. Cecilia N. Dierdre B. Yuan Ling P. Maria Cristina A. Ron R. Verna J. Verina S. Luis C. Sharon K. Maria Yeung. Barbara C. Robert E. Patriquin McKee G. Dick P. Martha V. Felix B.

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Connect with Us Online!

Visit our website at www.southgranvilleseniors.ca. You can also visit our Facebook (SouthGranvilleSeniorsCentre),

Twitter (@sgseniors) and Instagram (@southgranvilleseniors) for pictures, updates, and more!

Editorial Information

Our Times is published monthly and is available at South Granville Seniors Centre and throughout the Fairview district. Mailing of Our Times are available at a cost of $12 per year. Please pay at reception or send cheques (payable to South Granville Seniors Centre). If you would like to subscribe and receive an email version of our newsletter or would like to advertise with us please contact Leah at [email protected] or call 604-732-0812.

Not a member of the SGSC? Join us or renew today!

Only $20 grants you access to all services at the centre, as well as discounts on most programs, special events, and trips!

Friday Afternoons

Fri Sept 7

Fri Sept 14

Fri Sept 21

Fri Sept 28

Friday Afternoons

Nidus Presentation: Joint Ownership — The Good, The Bad & The Risky 1:00-2:30 | Free Joint ownership of bank accounts, real estate property, and vehicles is common for spouses. How is this different when a parent and child own property jointly? Find out about different kinds of joint ownership at this presentation.

VPL Presents: Getting to Know Your Smartphone/Tablet 2:00-3:00 | Free Learn the basics of how to use your tablet or smartphone. Learn common Operating System techniques, features and settings, and how to safely connect devices to networks. This is an introductory class for beginners. No previous experience using devices is required.

Complimentary Hearing Checks 1:00-3:00 | Free Audiologist, David Ellison, will have a conversation with participants about their hearing concerns, if applicable, and then do a listening test. Tests usually take 15 minutes and they are is fun, easy, and informative. There will also be cleaning supplies to do a clean and check on participants’ hearing aids.

Fall Potluck and Welcome Back Party 12:00-2:00 | Free Join us for a fun afternoon of socializing and delicious food as we celebrate the end of summer! We invite all partici-pants to bring their favourite dish to share amongst friends. If you don’t have time to cook, a donation to the Centre would be appreciated. Please register in advance at reception.

September 2018 | page 7 Friday Afternoons | Coming Up

Shop for a variety of gently used books, CDs, and DVDs at great prices at Peggy’s Bookstore. Peggy will be selling books between 11:00-1:00 on Friday, Sept 7th, Thursday Sept 13th, Friday, Sept 21st, and Thursday Sept 27th.

Self Defense Program The biggest benefit of learning self defense is to gain the ability to protect yourself and overcome an attacker. Knowing how to defend yourself can help you feel less anxious in public. This program will help you improve your overall fitness, balance and self-discipline. The techniques used are designed for seniors. Please call us at 604-732-0812 if you are interested in this program and we will contact you when we have further details. Start Date: TBD Price: TBD Chair Yoga Chair yoga is an adapted form of yoga that utilizes chairs. Although the chair replaces the mat, chair yoga provides a challenging workout that is sure to improve your health! This program is suitable for peo-ple of all abilities, including those with physical restrictions, such as hypertension, vertigo, arthritis, menopause, anxiety and depression. Chair yoga encourages quiet reflection, relaxation, proper breathing, good posture, and a sense of well-being. *There will be a free demonstration on Sept 6 from 1:30-2:30* Thursdays (ongoing) 1:30-2:30pm Start Date: Sept 13 Members: $8/class Non-members: $9/class \

Peggy’s Bookstore is Bank!

* UPCOMING PROGRAMS *

When Linda Darbey became a member of the South Granville Seniors Centre in 2004, she promptly became a volunteer as well — her first-ever volunteer experience. It wasn’t lack of interest that held her back until retirement, she explains, it was lack of consistent availability. “I’d always worked shifts,” she says, looking back on a 36-year career with B.C. Telephone that began as an opera-tor and ended in management. Having sampled volunteerism, Linda took to it with enthusiasm. A veteran member of our Board of Directors (currently serving as Secretary), she also staffs the reception desk Wednes-day mornings, helps set up and serve lunch on Thursdays, and sets up and then takes part in the Spontaneous Art group on Fridays. What she does also helps explain why she does it. “I get to use existing skills and follow up on old interests,” she says. As receptionist, she draws on workplace administrative skills (and her experience as a telephone operator!); her lunch and art-group roles allow her to indulge her love of “puttering in a kitchen” and expressing her creativity. Linda takes a moment, opens a little watercolour sketchbook she kept for years, shows some of the skil-full drawings with their clever, punning titles. “A friend first brought me here, back in 2004, and I felt comfortable right away,” she says. “Now this Centre has become fam-ily for me.”

Profile by Penny Williams, 15 August 2018

VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH


September Hot Lunches @ Noon

Lunch Menu

To help us plan for our meals, please sign up for lunch at least one day in advance. You can sign up by calling 604-732-0812 or at Reception.

Vegetarian options are denoted with a “V”.

Interested in taking some food home? Leftovers can be purchased for $3.50 for a main course, $2 for soup or sandwich, and $2 for dessert.

TUESDAY Cook: Camila

Cost: $7 members $7.50 non-members

THURSDAY Cook: Camila


FRIDAY Cook: Robert


September 4th Chicken stir-fry with noodles Tossed Salad Chocolate brownies

September 6th Cauliflower croquettes Roasted vegetables Tossed Salad Ginger cookies

September 7th Borscht Soup Vegetable and feta sandwiches

September 11th Shakshuka Garlic toast Tossed salad Lemon scones

September 13th Perogies Roasted veg Tossed salad Ice cream with fruit

September 14th Mexican black bean soup* Cajun chicken* sandwiches *Not Spicy

September 18th Salmon croquettes Scalloped potatoes Tossed salad Vanilla cake

September 20th Dez’s Surprise Lunch

September 21st *Fall Potluck*

September 25th Shrimp pasta alfredo Tossed salad Oatmeal raisin cookies

September 27th Chicken enchiladas Tossed salad Yogurt Parfait

September 28th Cream of spinach soup Falafel pitas

SEPTEMBER CALENDAR AT-A

-GLANCE

Calendar

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY

3

LABOUR DAY!

CENTRE CLOSED

4 Hot Lunch Latin Dance Gentle Yoga

ALL DAY Spanish Sen-iors Program Tai Chi Mustard Seeds Curbside Market

10 Stretch & Strength Singing Group Mah Jong Massage Therapy

11 Hot Lunch Latin Dance Gentle Yoga Hand and Foot Care

12ALL DAY Spanish Sen-iors Program Tai Chi Osteofit Mustard Seeds Curbside Market


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Hot Lunch Latin Dance Gentle Yoga

19

ALL DAY Spanish Sen-iors Program Tai Chi Hair Care Osteofit Mustard Seeds Curbside Market


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Hot Lunch Info & Referrals Latin Dance Gentle Yoga

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ALL DAY Spanish Sen-iors Program Tai Chi Osteofit Mustard Seeds Curbside Market


For more detailed

information please

see:

Event Listings:

P. 6-7

Lunch Menus: P.9

Exercise

Programs: P. 12-13

Social &

Educational

Programs: P. 13-16

Self-Care

Programs: P. 15

Information &

Referral Services

P. 16

Spanish Seniors

Program: P. 18

CURBSIDE

FRESH

MARKET

Wednesdays,

11am-2pm

THURSDAY FRIDAY

5 6 Hot Lunch Info and Referrals Beginners Spanish Intermediate Spanish Computer Lessons Legal Clinic *NEW* Chair Yoga

7 Soup & Sandwich Walking Club Spontaneous Art Rep. Agreements Apts. VPL : Getting to Know Your Smartphone/Tablet Peggy’s Bookstore

12 13

Hot Lunch Info and Referrals Beginners Spanish Intermediate Spanish Computer Lessons News & View Peggy’s Bookstore *New* Chair Yoga

14 Soup & Sandwich Walking Club Spontaneous Art Rep. Agreements Apts. Hearing Checks

19 20

Hot Lunch Info and Referrals Beginners Spanish Intermediate Spanish Computer Lessons Legal Clinic *New* Chair Yoga

21 *Fall Potluck* Walking Club Spontaneous Art Rep. Agreements Apts. Peggy’s Bookstore

26 27

Hot Lunch Info and Referrals Beginners Spanish Intermediate Spanish Computer Lessons Book Club News & Views Peggy’s Bookstore *New* Chair Yoga

28 Soup & Sandwich Walking Club Spontaneous Art Nidus Presentation

Programs

Fall PROGRAMS EXERCISE

Stretch and Strength This class focuses on gentle stretches that can help you with relaxation, relieving tension, and maintaining your range of motion. It also features gentle strength exercises that target the upper and lower body to increase strength and overall fitness. Monday Sept 10—Dec 17, 10:30-11:30am Members: $84/14 weeks or $7/class Non-members: $98/14 weeks or $8/class No session September 3rd, centre is closed

Gentle Yoga A yoga practice adapted for beginners and those interested in a more gentle approach. Using a combination of chair yoga, yoga postures, and gentle breathing, you will learn how to use yoga practice to help you deal with stress, become more relaxed, gain awareness, and keep your body moving with ease. Tuesdays (ongoing) Next session: Sept 4—Oct 9, 10:45am-12pm Members: $42/6 weeks or $8/class Non-members: $48/6 weeks or $9/ class No session September 3rd, centre closed

Osteo-Fit This class is a BC Women’s Hospital certified falls prevention program for individuals with osteoporosis, low bone density, and those who are at risk of frac-tures. It provides safe and gentle exercises to improve strength, co-ordination, and balance, enhance confidence, and reduce the risk of falls. Wednesday (ongoing) Next session: Sept 12—Nov 28, 11:00-12:00pm Members: $72/12 weeks or $7/class Non-members: $84/12 weeks or $8/class

Intro to Latin Dance Join us for an intro-ductory Latin dance class. Learn the fun-damentals of dance, including basic steps, rhythm and timing. You will gain basic knowledge and the confidence to get out on the dancefloor and start having fun! No partner or experi-ence required. Tuesdays (ongoing) 1:30-2:30pm Members: $5/class Non-members: $6/class


Walking Club Let’s walk together to get fit! Walking is a great cardiovascular exercise that works your entire body. Walking can reduce the risk of hip fractures, stroke, and heart disease, and protect the brain against memory loss. Our walking club offers various 1-hour walks in our neighbourhood for individuals of all skill levels. Fridays (ongoing), 10-11am Members/non-members: free

Tai Chi Learn this ancient Chinese martial art form that uses deliberate standing movements, meditation and deep breathing to enhance physical and mental well-being. Described as “meditation in motion”, this practice improves flexibility, joint strength, and balance. Practicing Tai Chi also increases mental focus and awareness, helping you achieve a sense of inner peace. Wednesdays (ongoing) 9:30-10:30am Members: $6/class Non-members: $7/class

SOCIAL & EDUCATIONAL

Book Club Join us for a discussion of this month’s book selection: The Lan-guage of Flowers. New members are welcome! Last Thurs (monthly), 1-2pm Sept date: Thurs, Sept 27th $2 drop-in Amaryllis Singing Group This informal choir meets each Monday to sing jazz, musical, and classical favorites. No training necessary, all are welcome! Mondays (ongoing) 10:45am-12pm $2 drop-in No session September 3rd

Spontaneous Art Studio Share in the relaxing and healing experience of doing spontaneous art in this open studio art class. A wide variety of materials are supplied. Tea service is included. Fri (ongoing) 10am-12pm Members: $7/class Non-members: $8/class Mustard Seeds Knitting Group Join this friendly group to knit, share conversation and drink tea. Use the group’s wool to knit items for Centre fundraising, or bring your own wool to use! Wednesdays (ongoing) 1-3pm Members/non-members: free

Programs

SOCIAL & EDUCATIONAL

Beginners Spanish Learn the basics of Spanish, one of the fastest growing languages in the world! This 6-week class provides a supportive environ-ment in which you will learn basic Spanish language skills, preparing you for everyday in-teractions and providing a strong foundation for continued studies in Spanish. Attendance of all 6 classes in a session is strongly encouraged. Thursdays (ongoing) New session: Sept 6th-Oct 11th 10:00-10:50am Members: $36/6 sessions Non-members: $42/6 sessions Registration required Intermediate Spanish This class expands on the funda-mentals of the Spanish language, and presents more complex struc-tures in a variety of tens-es and modes. You will have an opportunity to further develop your Spanish language skills and cultural knowledge through listening, reading, writ-ing, and interactive discussions. Thursdays (ongoing) 11:00-11:50am Members: $6/class Non-members: $7/class

Mah Jong Drop in to play Mah Jong! Players from advanced, intermediate, and beginner levels are welcome! Mondays (ongoing) 12:30-3:30pm $2 drop-in No session September 3rd, centre closed *Mindfulness & Meditation Join us for a weekly mindfulness program that will teach you how to use a variety of mindfulness and meditation practices. Mind-fulness has been shown to allevi-ate stress and to improve mental health. *This program is on hiatus while we search for a replacement vol-unteer.*

*Spanish Conversation Group Join this friendly and accessible Spanish conversation group to practice your language skills in a small, welcoming group. Coffee and tea service is included. Mondays (ongoing) 11:00am-12:00pm Members: $4/class Non-members: $6/class *This program is on hiatus while we search for a replacement vol-unteer.*

September 2018 | page 15 Computer & Tech Lessons Receive one-on-one computer and technology instruction from our friendly instructor, who will help you learn at your own pace! Go from learning how to turn on the computer to exploring the world through the internet, keeping in touch with loved ones through email and Facebook, and more. You can also sign up for beginner and intermediate instruction on how to use your smartphone, laptop, camera, iPad/tablet etc.

Thursdays (ongoing) 2:30-4:00pm Members: $8/45 min session Non-members: $10/45 min ses-sion Registration required News and Views Join this friendly, free group to discuss themes pertaining to di-versity, politics, health, and more with our facilitator Sarah. All are welcome, no preparation re-quired. Sept. 13: Sonification: Turning data into sounds (1-3pm) Sept. 27: On motivation and

SELF-CARE

Gentle Hand & Foot Care Let our certified aesthetician, Erena, pamper your hands and feet! Next date: Tuesday, Sept 11th 9:30am-1:30pm (1/2hr apts.) Members: $22 Non-members: $26 Registration required Hair Care Have your hair cut and styled by our friendly hairdressers, Annette and Savita. Please wash your hair before your appointment. Wednesday, Sept 19th 10:00-12:00 (1/2hr apts.) Members $12 Non-Members $15 Registration required

*“Ask an RN” Wellness Clinic A Registered Nurse is here to answer your health questions! Have your blood pressure checked or come to discuss any non-emergency health concerns. *This program is on hiatus while we search for a replacement vol-unteer.* Massage Therapy (ages 45+) Get a relaxing and therapeutic massage from students of the West Coast College of Massage Therapy. Mondays (ongoing) New session starts on: Sept 10th 1:15-5pm (45 min apts.) Registration required $25 members, $30 non-members

*Weekly Call List Would you like someone to check up on you? Receive a friendly phone call once a week from a trained volunteer of the Centre. Our volunteer will check in with you and be available for a short chat. Please call 604-732-0812 to be added to our weekly call list. Why? For peace of mind, and be-cause we care. Mondays (ongoing) This program is on hiatus in September

Peer Information and Referrals Our trained Information and Refer-ral volunteers are available to pro-vide you with information about government programs and subsidies(Canada Pension Plan, Old Age Se-curity, Guaranteed Income Supple-ment), Disability Pension, Medical Services Plan, BC Bus Pass, housing subsidies for low income seniors, and more. Volunteers can also help with completing government forms.

In English: (1hr apts.) Book an appt. for Sept 6th, 13th, 20th, 25th, or 27th 10:00am-12:00 pm In Spanish: Wednesday (ongoing; 1hr apts.) 9:30am-12pm Free, registration required

Please call 604-732-0812 to register.

Programs

Representation Agreements – Planning for the Future and End-of-Life Care Are you prepared for end-of-life? For incapacity? For your future? Learn the steps needed to plan your future with a one-on-one ap-pointment with a volunteer trained by Nidus Personal Plan-ning Resource Centre (http://www.nidus.ca). A Will is not enough. There are other legal documents that are needed to cover your health care wishes and financial affairs in case you are incapacitated due to illness or ac-cident. Fridays (ongoing) 1:00-3:30pm (1 hr apts.) Cancelled on Sept 28th

Free, registration required Legal Clinics with Access Pro Bo-no Access Pro Bono strives to in-crease access to justice for indi-viduals of limited means through-out BC. This service provides up to a half-hour of free legal advice from licensed volunteer lawyers (additional appointments may be made). This service is for low-income individuals of any age. Please call to find out if you meet the requirements. No walk-ins. Thursday Sept 6th, 20th 2-4pm (1/2 hr apts.) Free, registration required


INFORMATION & REFERRAL SERVICES

INFORMACIÓN Y AYUDA EN ESPAÑOL

Todos los miércoles en la mañana desde las 9:30am hasta las 12pm. Un vol-untario de South Granville Seniors Centre lo atendera en Espanol para que pueda conocer y acceder a los servicios de vivienda, salud, pensiones y ot-

ros.

PROGRAMA PARA PERSONAS MAYORES DE HABLA HISPANA | SPANISH SENIORS PROGRAM

…. Encuéntrate con personas de habla hispana de 55+ años. Of-recemos sesiones en español que incluyen oportunidades de socialización, empoderamiento, recreación y aprendizaje. Disfru-ta de un almuerzo de 3 platos y nuestras clases regulares (inglés, tecnología y computación, yoga), así como actividades en la tarde que varían cada mes (talleres, presentaciones de música y baile, juegos). Hispano hablantes y no hispano hablantes son bien-venidos a participar!

….

HORARIO/SCHEDULE

Cada Miércoles | 10am-4pm

10-12 hr Informacíon y ayuda en Español

10-12 hr Tutoría en tecnología y computación

10-10:45 hr

Clases de inglés—nivel básico

10:45-11:30 hr

Clases de inglés—intermedio-avanzado

12:15-13 hr Yoga suave

13-14 hr Almuerzo

14:30-16 hr Zumba gold, talleres, músicoterapia

11:30 –12 hr

Clases de gymnasia para la memoria

Programs

VALOR/COST Almuerzo/Lunch: $7 miembros/ $8 no miembros Membresia/Membership: $20/año/year Para mayor información co-municarse con Marina (604-732-

Meet with Spanish-speakers aged 55+. The Spanish Seniors Pro-gram offers opportunities for so-cialization, empowerment, recre-ation, and learning. Take part in a 3-course lunch, computer clas-ses, ESL classes, gentle exercise, and afternoon activities (musical performances, lectures, and games). Everyone is welcome to participate - Spanish and non-Spanish speakers alike!

OFRECEMOS OPORTUNIDADES

PARA TRABAJAR COMO VOLUNTARIOS VOLUNTARIO!


DID YOU KNOW?

FOOD PROGRAMS

Curbside Fresh Market Come visit the Curbside Fresh Market, our collaboration with the Greater Vancouver Food Bank, and shop for fresh, in-season, locally sourced foods at excellent prices! Wednesdays (ongoing) 11:00am-2:00pm

We also have hot lunch at the Centre on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and

Fridays! Be sure to read the menu on page 9.

Now this is something you want to make a note of and pin up somewhere at home! Seniors’ Repair Service The Senior Citizens’ Repair Service provides low-cost house repairs, renovations and maintenance services for seniors 55 years and over, and for people with disabilities in Metro Vancouver. Services include plumbing, carpentry, electrical work, gas fitting, painting, yard work and general handyman services. All services are guaranteed for 30 days, and are performed by experienced trades people who are re-tired or semi-retired. Sponsored by the Plumbers and Pipefitters Un-ion Local 170. Office hours are 9:00am to 12:00pm, Monday to Friday. Their phone number is 604-529-1100. Check it out! “Life is too short to wake up in the morning with regrets. So, love the people who treat you right, forgive the ones who don’t and believe that everything happens for a reason. If you get the chance, take it. If it changes your life, let it. Nobody said it would be easy, they just promised it would be worth it.” – Dr. Seuss

— Sharon Esson

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