Story by: Kris Dickeson

Happy Easter. I have fond memories of the Easter egg hunts my parents organized for us every year. It was quite an undertaking for them as they wrote rhyming poems as clues for my brother, sister and me and hid the eggs accordingly. In retrospect, it was quite an undertaking for them as each of us kids got at least five poems and they were different each year. Ma and Pa probably had to start writing them a few months in advance. It was sure fun though, solving the clues and running all over the property to find the chocolate
eggs. It has become a family tradition as well; my nephews and niece have all spent a number of Easters at Grandma and Pops’ solving clues and looking for chocolate eggs.

Switching gears to what’s in this issue… National Volunteer Week is this month and we have dedicated a section in the magazine to allow local organizations to thank the people who share their time to help others. As an active community, the Creston Valley relies heavily on volunteers to help make this such a great place to live. We hear from TAPS, New Horizon’s Seniors Society and the Town of Creston and the Creston Valley Food Action Coalition.

Speaking of folks who give back to the community, the Footlighters Theatre Society has been treating us to their amazing productions for twenty years. I sat down with a couple of the members and heard from them what they feel has contributed to its success and longevity. As well, we get the goods on their latest musical production, Carousel that hits the stage later this month.

Speaking of musicals, there’s a preview of the Blossom Valley Singers’ upcoming Spring Tea and Concert that features Broadway tunes, we have some amazing pictures and a more details on next month’s Bird Fest and the Wildlife Centre has some memorable nature moments.

From the history files, an interesting follow-up to a number of inquiries about a photo that was part of the recent walking tours in downtown Creston and the Lower Kootenay Band has an update of the construction of the Round House and its significance.

In government-related topics, the Mayor chats about the importance of a positive tone for those in leadership positions, the MLA shares her story on the successful fight to end the child support clawback and the Ag Aware article gives an overview of who all benefits from living in a farming community.

The Thunder Cats have hung up their skates for the season and we get a look back at the highlights while our resident Financial Advisor compares individual and group life insurance.

On the topic of health, causes and treatments for heartburn as well as information on COPD, and a fascinating look at the placebo effect.

Finally, I want to introduce a new member of the I Love Creston - Kristeen Abbott. A local entrepreneur,Abbott brings her vibrant smile, friendly personality and professional expertise to our sales team. Welcome aboard.

Enjoy.