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i think i hear the school bell ringing and with that all too familiar sound comes lunch making, extra curricular activities, home-work and the hardest job a parent has to do, which is encouraging and guiding their child through another school year.

Like everyone else, children are all indi-viduals; there are kids like my daughter who love school with a capital L, there are kids like my son who are extremely brilliant but just the thought of going to school makes them weep inside. how oh how do you con-vince your children that working hard now and taking an active part in what could be viewed as the most important period in life is something that is worth it for them to do?

well no one person has an exact answer for that but by learning what is important to your child sometimes you can think cre-atively and motivate them with something they do care about. Just ask north shore resident and grandpa harry Madden. at the spry young age of 79, harry promised his granddaughter rose douglas, a north shore high school student, that if she buckled down and took an active role in her educa-tion that he would do the unthinkable (to him that is) and get his ear pierced.

“i am not a jewelry man,” laughs harry. “i have gone my whole life only wearing a wedding band and sometimes a watch. i am definitely against any kind of piercing. i agreed to get an earring just to motivate my little granddaughter.”

The good news – it worked. harry gave his granddaughter a reason to stop procras-

tinating and that little push made her stand up and take an active role in her life. she worked hard and made the semester honour roll for the first time in her life.

“she got on the honour roll,” continued harry, “and i had to put my money where my big mouth is. i didn’t know it was a semester system. i thought i would have been a year until she reached her goal but he got it on the

very first one. she got on the honour roll and i got an earring. she says it’s cute, but i don’t know about that. you have to do anything you can for your children. it’s as simple as that. you do what you have to do to help guide them through life.”

The moral of the story is as a parent you need to be an active participant in your

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Lucianna Briglio at Hair Express in North gives Harry Madden a pierced ear in recognition of his granddaughter Rose Douglas’ school achievement.

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The city of Kamloops and city council have created four com-mittees (seniors; youth, children and Families; diversity; Mayor’s advisory committee for persons with disabilities) that act as advi-sory bodies to the Kamloops social planning council. These sub-committees meet quarterly to discuss the social issues present in the community and develop direc-

tion for consideration by social planning council. service agen-cies and the public are encouraged to contact the listed city liaisons to highlight issues, concerns, and successes as they pertain to each committee’s focus.

The seniors advisory committee’s focus is on enhanc-ing access to city services for seniors, the elderly and their fami-

lies; identifying and suggesting solutions to gaps and barriers that impede the full participa-tion of seniors and the elderly in all aspects of city life; forming partnerships with the communi-ty and acting as a public forum for issues affecting seniors. next meeting is september 7. contact hannah coulter, active Living coordinator at �50-8�8-3653 or hcoulter@kamloops.ca.

youth children and Families committee ensures that children, youth, parents and providers are involved in the decisions made within the city of Kamloops and in the community that affect them, their families and friends. next Meeting is september �8. contact hannah coulter, active Living coordinator at �50-8�8-3653 or hcoulter@kamloops.ca.

The diversity advisory committee concentrates on mat-

ters pertaining to an understanding and appreciation of diversity and the inclusion of aboriginal and ethnic communities into the social fabric of our community. next Meeting is september 19. contact ben chobater, community development coordinator at �50-8�8-358� or bchobater@kam-loops.ca.

The Mayor’s advisory committee for persons with disabilities concentrates on mat-ters pertaining to persons with dis-abilities and their community well-being. next Meeting is september 9. contact ben chobater, community development coordinator at �50-8�8-358� or bchobater@kamloops.ca.

Meeting dates and past commit-tee information can be found at: www.kamloops.ca/socialdevelop-ment/socialplan/advisorycommit-tees.shtml

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interior health is pleased to announce that a contract has been signed with buron healthcare Ltd. to build 1�5 publicly funded residential care beds in Kamloops.

The new facility is planned for Tranquille road on land cur-rently owned by interior health. pending the land sale and requi-site permits and rezoning, con-struction will begin this spring with estimated completion early in �013.

interior health uses a popula-tion-based approach to planning for residential care. residential beds provide �4/7 care and sup-port for individuals with com-plex care needs including the frail and elderly and those with dementia, whose needs may change over time.

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A&W Food Services of Canada Inc. is proud to announce that more than one million dollars was raised in support of the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada during its third-annual Cruisin’ for a Cause Day held on August 25. Cruisin’ for a Cause Day is a fundraising event affiliated with A&W’s national Cruisin’ the Dub program, which began over ten years ago at a grassroots level in various communities. It was created by classic car enthusiasts who enjoyed gathering at A&W restaurants to share their passion for their vintage autos, some of which are pictured here outside the North Shore A&W at this year’s event.

child’s life. no one child is perfect, they all have their ups and downs but through creative thinking, love and guidance we can help shape them for a bright and wonderful future. Find your child’s “earring”, it could make a big difference on the path they choose to go down.

as the school bells start ring-ing this week, take a little extra time out of your already loaded schedule and make sure you are playing an active part in your child’s education. if they don’t already thank you now, watching them ten or �0 years down the road may be all the thanks you will ever need. oh yeah, their teachers will also thank you!

Tanya Orozco, freelance

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Granddaughter rewarded

nomination packages for the offices of electoral area director for each of the ten electoral areas of the Thompson-nicola regional district (Tnrd) are now available at the Thompson-nicola regional district office, 4th floor, 465 Victoria st. nomination documents are also available on the Tnrd’s website at www.tnrd.bc.ca.

The chief election officer will receive nomination documents from 9:00 a.m., october 4 until 4:00 p.m., october 14 at the Tnrd offices. general voting day for local government elections is nov. 19.

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Display of bibles past and presentFrom september 15 to 17, a unique dis-

play of historical bibles and an expert on the english language bible is coming to the sahali Mall at 945 columbia street west.

The display will cover the complete development of the western bible from the mid 1500’s to the present. Many of the world’s languages and oddities, such as a complete bible in pittman’s shorthand, will be displayed.

you are welcome to bring bibles to dr. Malcolm shrimpton for insight into their

historical context. “i am not an appraiser but i can probably give people informa-tion about their family bible,” says dr. shrimpton, who will also give talks about the bibles on display.

There has never been a display of this sort in Kamloops and the organizers at the sahali Mall welcome people with other historical materials, such as Torah or Koran, or others to contact sahali Mall at �50-374-3033 or info@sahalimall.com if they would like to organize a display.

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It was a real challenge taking this photo with the unbelievable wind that was passing through McArthur Island last week, but photographer Kent Wou got a group shot of the Kamloops Youth Soccer Association’s fourth and last summer KYSA Soccer School presented by McDonald’s and Hansport, open to players age 10-14 and goalkeepers age 10-16.

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to qualify for old age security benefits. “This same type of private Member’s bill was introduced in the last parliament by Liberal Mp ruby dhalla. i received thousands of letters, emails and calls of protest against that bill and want to reas-sure my constituents that i am certainly opposed to this proposed legislation,” said McLeod.

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The good folks at the north shore community centre are looking for-ward to their regular events starting up this month, including gentle nia, art classes, Line dancing, healing Touch, pie nights and old Time dances.

Line dancing is a fun way to keep in shape and forge some new friend-ships. This year promises some new steps as well as the basics. Laughter and friendships are an integral part of the dance club and new comers are always welcome. Join anytime, weekly classes on Monday eve-nings and Thursday afternoons. call Twylia for more information at �50-377-3743.

gentle nia is a complete body workout designed for those of us who may be older or less able to do strenuous exercise. it is accompa-nied by beautiful music and works the mind as well as the body. come out and enjoy some fun while get-ting fit. new students are welcome to try one class free during the month of september. carole would be more than happy to answer any questions students may have at �50-8�8-�109.

The north shore community centre is pleased to welcome andrea who will be teaching a yoga class

beginning mid september. andrea’s claim to fame is the time that she spent in Taylor, bc instructing yoga classes to the residents of that town whilst they were filming the “Village on a diet” series that aired earlier this year. For more infor-mation please call the community centre at �50-376-4777.

The “preserving the past: creating personal archives & Memory collections” class are happening again this month, on september 13 and �7 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. These workshops are aimed at assisting people to get their materi-als “out of the attic” and into albums

or safely stored away. everyone is welcome to bring pictures and/or documents and learn techniques in preserving these precious items. For more information please call sue at Kamloops women’s resources group society at �50-374-3949.

want to learn how to play bridge? come to the north shore community centre for your les-sons. wendy is providing bridge lessons on Tuesday evenings begin-ning sept �0 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. for 8 consecutive weeks. cost is $70.00, which includes a textbook. you can call wendy for information or to sign up at �50-8�8-1993.

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all scrap bookers are invited to two fantastic days of uninterrupted time and space for scrap booking at the Let’s scrap breast cancer event, on Friday, september �3, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and saturday, september �4, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at westsyde Fellowship church, �833 westsyde road. all proceeds will be donated to the canadian breast cancer Foundation cibc run For The cure. you do your scrap booking, and the organizers do the clean up!

consultants from local scrap book businesses creative Memories, stamping’ up and close to My heart will be doing make and takes as well as demos through the week-end. registration includes great table space to work, snacks, lunch, take-aways, demos, door prizes and more! The cost is $50 per person for the weekend. registration dead-line is september 16. For more information or to register, contact Jacki andersen at �50-579-0195 or janderso6@shaw.ca.

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The BC Strongman (and Woman) competition was held in MacDonald Park on a sunny August weekend. North Shore resident Robin Wright, founder and director of BC Extreme Athletics, organizes this event.

Above: A group shot of the competitors.

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when it comes to quilting and everything that is involved with the process there is one store here on the north shore that has everything you need and much, much more. That store, which is aptly named heather’s Fabric shelf, is the Mec-ca of all things quilt related. inside the doors you will find happy, smil-ing friendly people who are al-ways laughing, telling jokes and of course quilting. heather Fager-vik originally opened the shelf as a way to share her love of quilting and since that time it has evolved into a busy, social haven for quil-ters of all kinds. There is always something happening; new sam-ples, new fabrics, plenty of classes, chitchat, and quilting camaraderie.

“we have lots of new things hap-pening in the shop this fall,” tells heather. “My husband bill is now working from the shop fixing sew-ing machines and we have many new classes starting soon. we also have a sampler quilt project that is starting september 10.”

The sampler quilt project is very cool. For a mere $15 heather will give you the first two blocks of the quilt. as long as you show up back at the store within two weeks with the blocks completed she will give you two more. Keep going and stay on track and you will get all 1� complete blocks for the original price.“Bill can fix any type of sew-ing machine,” she continues. “his motto for cleaning and fixing is if you are going to do it, do it right! he washes all moving parts so that

all of the old oil is removed, be-cause really, who wants old oil on their treadle! all of our classes are also filling up fast. We have some new and exciting ones with new teachers as well as all your old fa-vourites. we will be doing every-thing from table runners and full size quilts to wall hangings for be-ginners and intermediates. stop by the store to find out more.”

heather’s Fabric shelf is con-veniently located at #4-685 Tran-quille road in Library square. They even have their own reserved parking for easy access to all those fat quarters and notions. check out their new Facebook page and look for them online soon at www.fab-ricshelf.ca. you can reach them at the store at �50-376-7630.

Tanya Orozco, freelance

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Bill Fagervik of Heather’s Fabric Shelf having a blast servicing a sewing machine.

The german Liederkreis choir as well as the Kamloops Friends of the german Language society will start meeting again in september. although these groups meet on the north shore, membership is open to any Kamloops residents.

The Kamloops Friends of the german Language society meets on september 9 from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. at the parkview activity cen-tre, 500 Mcdonald avenue. Meet-ings of the club take place every second Friday of the month. new members and guests are welcome for a fun evening. For more infor-mation, please call �50-579-9533 or �50-37�-�973.

The german Liederkreis choir will start choir practice on sep-tember 15 at �:00 p.m., in the north shore community centre, #145 - 730 cottonwood avenue.

They will meet for choir practice every second Thursday thereafter. The Kamloops Liederkreis choir is made up of seniors who bring traditional german folksongs into senior homes and care facilities. Liederkreis choir members are

not exclusively from germany but also from austria, switzerland and holland. Theirs is a co-ed choir and all members really enjoy sing-ing together. Those interested in joining the choir, please call �50-37�-�973.

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The Thompson-nicola regional district Library system is hosting its annual book sale at the sahali Mall (across from dollar giant) at 945 columbia st. w. starting sept. 13 and running until sept. 18.

proceeds from the books/videos/cds will go towards funding for the library to benefit the public. In past years, money raised from the book sales has gone towards offer-ing baby/toddler rhyme times, chil-dren’s programming, author visits,

and more. help support your library and take home some books!

The book sale will be open during regular mall hours: Tues-day, sept. 13 - 9:30am to 5:30pm; wednesday, sept. 14 - 9:30am to 5:30pm; Thursday, sept. 15 - 9:30am to 5:30pm; Friday, sept. 16 - 9:30am to 9:00pm; saturday, sept. 17 - 9:30am to 5:30pm; sun-day, sept. 18 - noon until all books are sold or the mall closes, which-ever happens first!

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Kiwi singer hits townnew Zealand based singer

songwriter Fleur Jack is touring north america this september and october and will touch down on september 9 in Kamloops to play pogue Mahones at 843 desmond street.

Fleur has previously played music in canada, hong Kong, australia and all over new Zealand, but this is the first trip to introduce canadian and american audiences to songs from her debut album “ghosts of cimarron.”

Much of the music on Fleur’s debut album was inspired by a trip last year to visit fam-ily in a small colorado town Trinidad which borders new Mexico. Fleur will be playing music in the towns that inspired the album including the famous-ly haunted st. James hotel in cimarron new Mexico.

Fleur’s song ‘not My Fault’ has recently been featured on a compilation called ‘we will rise again’ alongside Lionel ritchie.

You can sing with the Phantom international musicals star peter

Karrie, bc’s very own welsh, ‘phantom of the opera’ returns from the uK to bc this september to perform four theatrical concerts in the okanagan Valley, with a Kamloops show at the sagebrush Theatre on september 13.

his performances as ‘The phantom’ have long been acclaimed the world over. when performing in Vancouver cbc radio said, “peter Karrie is fantas-tic! a truly thrilling performance.” The review in the Vancouver sun newspaper said, “Karrie’s incred-ible multi-layered portrayal is the lifeblood of this production... it is Karrie’s soul-wrenching take that gives the music its raison d’etre.”

in addition to phantom, Mr. Karrie’s voice has been featured in many of the major successes of contemporary musical theatre history such as “Les Miserables”, “Jesus christ superstar”, “chess” and “evita”.

This september Mr. Karrie will be performing a different type of role to that of ‘The phantom’ he will be performing the role of an ambassador for youth in theatre.

because it is a cause that he feels very passionate about, he is tour-ing and performing these local communities concert and inviting young local artiste to join with him on stage. he will be performing many of his most famous theatrical roles, whilst also featuring many local performers in such triumphs as ‘Lion King, ‘Les Miserables’ ‘Man of La Mancha‘, ‘Miss saigon‘, and of course a whole lot of music from his favourite musi-cal ‘phantom of the opera.’

Making dreams come true is part of what these concert tours is about. at the moment, Mr. Karrie is looking for a “christine” for the Kamloops concert. The opportunity is open to anyone who can sing within a soprano range. This can be an opportunity for someone’s voice to be heard who just never had the chance to display their talents onstage before. anyone wishing to have a chance in the role may contact cheryl at peterkarrietour@rogers.com. youth groups and adult choir members who would like some stage time with Mr. Karrie may also be accepted.

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as a new school principal, Mr. Mitchell was checking over his school on the first day. passing the stockroom, he was startled to see the door wide open and teachers bustling in and out, car-rying off books and supplies in preparation for the arrival of stu-dents the next day.

The school where he had been a principal the previous year had

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The custodian looked at him gravely... “we trust them with the children, don’t we?”

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The market garden was designed to produce pro-duce. The city tip was so full that it had to refuse more refuse. in the boat, a row erupted amongst the oarsmen about how to row.The nurse wound the crepe bandage around the wound. dessie decided to desert his dessert in the desert. chloe was too close to the door to close it.when Ted saw the tear in the painting he shed a tear. how can i intimate my thoughts to my most intimate friend?

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sherrie shed her shoes in the shed.in terms of weight lead is in the lead. since there is no time like the present, he thought it was time to present the present. when the stars are out they are visible, but when the lights are out, they are invis-ible.why do our noses run but our feet smell?i did not object to the object. Freddie filled in his form by filling it out.why do performers recite a play, yet play at a recital?

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How logical is English?

Mr. cikoch was a biology instructor at a snobby suburban girl’s junior college. during class one day he asked his student, “Miss simison, would you please name the organ of the human body, which under the appropri-ate conditions, expands to six times its normal size, and define the conditions.”

Miss simison gasped, and then said, “Mr. cikoch, i don’t think that is a proper question to ask me. i assure you my parents will

hear of this.”with that she sat down red-

faced. Mr. cikoch then called on Miss hakar and asked the same question. Miss hakar, with com-posure, replied, “The pupil of the eye, in dim light.”

“correct,” said Mr. cikoch. “and now, Miss simison, i have three things to say to you. one, you have not studied your lesson. Two, you have a dirty mind. and three, you will some day be faced with a dreadful disappointment.”

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TALK of the TownFarmer’s Market from 4pm to 8pm at

spirit square, corner of MacKenzie and yew, every Friday until sept. 30.

Daytime courses for seniors with Kamloops adult Learners society (KaLs) - For details, visit www.kals.ca. For more info call KaLs at �50-819-5153 or email: info@kals.ca.

Actors needed for Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge - Kamloops players are looking for male and female actors 30 years and up for their first production in their new space! please call sharon at �50-554-�388 or email to huuha@shaw.ca for information about auditions.

Call for Entry- Christmas at the Courthouse : The courthouse gallery, 7 west seymour street, calls for entries to the 5th annu-al christmas at the courthouse fine art and craft juried art show & sale nov �6 & �7. applications can be picked up at the old courthouse gallery or visit kamloopscourthousegallery.ca.

Kix 4 Chix is having their grand opening on sept. 6 from 5-9pm at #3 – 953 Laval cres. did you know that angela Veltri, Kix 4 chix owner/instructor, is the same angela we know and love as the activity worker at the north shore’s gardengate horticulture program?

Entertainment at Barside Lounge & grill at chances gaming entertainment 1�50 halston ave. Fridays 7 to 10pm. sept. 9 - Johnson sandwich.

BIG Little Science Centre is closed while they move. They will re-open at their new loca-tion at 985 holt street starting september 1�.

Gur Singh Invitational Charity Golf Tournament on sept. 9 raises funds to enhance services offered by the local brain injury association. There is still room for sponsors to come aboard and donate to this worthwhile cause. For more information please visit www.gursinghgolf.com or contact: dr. gur singh Tournament organizer �50-37�-4856 or gurs-ingh@telus.net

Community Buffet Dinner with live music on sept. 11 at 5pm at north shore community

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centre, 730 cottonwood ave. buy tickets in advance at the north shore community centre.

Gentle Nia classes at the northshore community centre, 730 cottonwood ave on Mondays at 6:30pm beginning sept 1�. For more info call carole at �50-8�8-�109.

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Line Dancing Mondays at 7pm & Thursday at 1:30pm at the northshore community centre, 730 cottonwood ave. call Twylia for more info at �50-377-3743.

Preserving the Past archive class for seniors on sept. 13 & �7 at 10am at northshore community centre, 730 cottonwood ave. To register contact sue at �50-374-3949 or info@kwrgs.ca.

Kamloops Tai Chi Club registration and weekly lessons begin september 13. For more information call Mark at �50-573-469�, brenda at �50-374-8696 or shirley at �50-314-6565.

Business and Professional Women (BPW) Open House - sept 15, 5-7pm at sandman inn 550 columbia st. rsVp to Joanne at �50-3�0-4�14 or kamloopsbpw@gmail.com. Meet and network with likeminded Kamloops business women.

First Annual Tomato Festival on sept. 17, 9am to 1pm at the downtown Farmers Market. Kamloops restaurants’ tomato dish sampling, tomato seed sale, blue ribbon contest, displays and samples of tomato varieties, tomato grow-ing advice. sponsored by Tru Friends of the gardens. For more info contact Ken by email at: laughingswan@telus.net

Let’s Dance, at the ukrainain hall, 7�5 york st. on sept. 17 starting at 8pm. Music by phoenix. The dance is sponsored by the Thompson Valley activity and social club (TVasc)

Phoenix Centre Annual General Meeting is on sept. �� at 1�:30pm at coast canadian inn, 339 st paul st., with special presentations by speakers dan carter and richard wagamese. Tickets available at 9�� 3rd ave., or Kamloops brain injury assoc. 408 Victoria st. For more info contact phoenix centre at �50-374-4634.

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DISC DAYS OF SUMMER - On a recent weekend McArthur Island was filled with fun as over 20 Ultimate teams took to the fields to throw the disk around and vie for top spot in the provincial Big Thirst tournament. Ultimate, or Ultimate Frisbee as it’s also called, is a fast paced, co-ed, fun, high-energy sport that’s taking Kamloops by storm. Above: Baby Abby and her mom Nikki Knuit were on the sidelines watching brother Joe Knuit, who plays on the Kamloops team. Inset: Joe practicing between games.

Q: name the four seasons.a: salt, pepper, mustard and vinegar.

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Horoscopes courtesy of astrologer Michael Thiessen. For daily horoscopes go to www.astrology-online.com

VIRGO (aug �3-sept �3) you can evade the issue as usual by being affectionate, fun loving, and far too active for your lover to catch on. you can gain distinction; however, it may be for the wrong reasons. don’t be too eager to dismiss someone who works under you.LIBRA (sept �4-oct �3) don’t believe everything you hear. depres-sion may be likely if you’re away from home. you will be able to work with fine detail today.SCORPIO (oct �4-nov ��) don’t try to deal with important issues or make changes that will upset the apple cart. Arguments may flare up in your home. Focus on your own domestic problems.SAGITTARIUS (nov �3-dec �1) your outgoing, aggressive nature will attract someone you’ve been eager to meet. confronting a situ-ation will only result in indignation and misunderstandings. you can get others to do things for you but be sure not to overpay them or lend them money.CAPRICORN (dec ��-Jan �0) you may think gifts will win their heart, but it could add stress from lack of funds. you could lose a good friend because of it. be careful not to push your luck or take too much for granted when dealing on either a personal or professional level.AQUARIUS (Jan 21-Feb 19) Take time to find out if anyone has a better suggestion before you make arrangements for the whole family. You will find their philosophies worth exploring. Don’t let others try to create unwarranted guilt if you can’t meet their demands.PISCES (Feb �0-Mar �0) you are best to keep your cash in a safe place. Help if you can, but more than likely it will be sufficient just to listen. Travel for business will not only bring you valuable informa-tion but also profits as well.ARIES (Mar �1-april �0) equilibrium in your romantic life is likely if you treat your partner well. Join humanitarian groups and let your leadership ability take over. use some diplomacy to get your point across delicately.TAURUS (apr �1-May �1) resist the temptation to gamble. risks will not be profitable. Spend time getting into physical activities with your lover. use some diplomacy to get your point across delicately.GEMINI (May ��-June �1) you can have an enjoyable time if you socialize with friends. Look into intellectual and physical games that will test your abilities. your home may be in an uproar and you are best to stay out of the line of fire if at all possible.CANCER (June ��-July ��) don’t let your work and your personal life interfere with each other. use your better judgment before you sign up for a costly venture. Try to keep to yourself; work diligently on domestic chores and responsibilities.LEO (July �3-aug ��) you’re apt to make a move or experience changes at home. be sure to get involved with those who can intro-duce you to unusual forms of entertainment. you can make profes-sional changes and direct your energy into making all the right moves. go after your goals.

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