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| TOWN OF CRESTON | EARTH HOUR | | posted by: wonton | 2012-03-28 00:01:46 | | True, the event does center around one public day, but perhaps the point of recognizing that one day will is that it will encourage and remind people to live or adopt a more waste free lifestyle everyday. :) |
| From the Mayor's desk | | posted by: craftsman | 2012-03-23 09:19:49 | | Any one who can rise to this level of greatness is truly blessed,thanks for sharing |
| TOWN OF CRESTON | EARTH HOUR | | posted by: craftsman | 2012-03-23 09:12:03 | | My Mother taught me not to waste anything, and this was a way of life,not a one day public show . This had nothing to do with climate change, it was simply the right thing to do. |
| TOWN OF CRESTON | EARTH HOUR | | posted by: rcgreg | 2012-03-07 09:07:59 | | Why do we need to fight it? Pick a day, pick a temp. There have been millions of days warmer and millions of days colder on that date. |
| TOWN OF CRESTON | EARTH HOUR | | posted by: rcgreg | 2012-03-07 09:06:31 | | Climate change has been going on since the earth first got a climate about 4 Billion years ago. |
| From the Mayor's desk | | posted by: verngorham | 2012-03-01 06:34:20 | | Great thought Mr. Mayor!! Thanks for sharing. |
| Wear Withall | eReader Entry | | posted by: simonlazarchuk | 2012-02-23 07:27:59 | | I love this store, have had excellent service and always found unique gifts and products. If she hasn't got it, chances are she can order it for you. |
| Don’t you just love the Skimmerhorns? | eReader Entry | | posted by: simonlazarchuk | 2012-02-23 07:23:14 | | Living in Canyon, one gets up close and personal with the Skimmerhorn ridge. I have a lovely view of it out my kitchen window and an even better one from other parts of the yard. Over the years I have watched sunrises,moon rises lightening storms and many a rainbow with the Skimmerhorn prominently in the scene. There are times when the mist and low hanging clouds have shrouded the mountain making them look very much like the high misty volcanic cliffs I have seen in Hawaii. I also love the cool breeze as it blows down the slope at sunset and chases all the mosqiutoes away. |
| Don’t you just love the Skimmerhorns? | eReader Entry | | posted by: ellys | 2012-02-14 09:02:03 | | We bought our property because of the view of these magestic mountains. The house was old and delapitated, and that did change. It had to be one of the original in Erickson, and I could see why! |
| Don’t you just love the Skimmerhorns? | eReader Entry | | posted by: lesliekelner | 2012-02-10 07:58:23 | | We moved here in November and I have a view of the Skimmerhorns and I have taken a ton of pictures already-beautiful and never the same. I can't see me leaving the valley either and going back to Calgary. |
| Don’t you just love the Skimmerhorns? | eReader Entry | | posted by: faithson | 2012-02-09 09:30:58 | | Oh yes, Tammy! We have unique views from our house and each day I am filled with awe as I view these magnificent mountains. They make it so easy to give thanks and to connect to something special that exists both within and all around us at the same time. I can't count the photos I've taken of them from every aspect that you describe, and even more! We are truly blessed. |
| Getting a Tattoo | eReader Entry | | posted by: conjc | 2012-02-07 10:12:51 | | Congratulations, Chris: On the marathon and the novel, I mean (and, I guess, on braving the pain of the tattoo). Keep us posted when and where the novel's coming out. Publisher? Publishing date? How exciting! I'm sure it will be good. |
| The Creston Museum | eReader Entry | | posted by: TammyHardwick | 2012-02-07 09:12:45 | | I'm glad you enjoyed your visit, Chris! I kind of miss the talking mannequins, too, and we have looked into converting them from their worn-out 8-tracks (another technology your kids probably wouldn't recognise!) and jury-rigged motors to modern animatronics and electronics - but at a cost of $3,000 - $5,000 per pioneer, we just can't do it. Maybe when someone wins the lottery? |
| The idea of making music | eReader Entry | | posted by: verngorham | 2012-01-23 07:23:32 | | Great Chris!!! =) Would love to see you there! I have another person who I think has a great voice but she lacks confidence. She has agreed to start singing at the Sasquatch over the next year, and, if she feels good about her progress, will sing in the Creston's Best Singer Quarter Finals next year. I hope you be in the same boat!!=) |
| The idea of making music | eReader Entry | | posted by: chrisbrauer | 2012-01-20 08:27:57 | | Thanks for the response, Vern. I took my first voice lesson last night. I may see you at the Sasquatch sooner than later... |
| The idea of making music | eReader Entry | | posted by: verngorham | 2012-01-20 06:06:29 | | I am the Creston's Best Singer Creator/Producer. Nice article Chris! In my opinion, if you have some ability, and you want to share, then you need to share it! Last night I called it "slaying the inner-chicken" that rises up in all of us. I had 30 singers last night, and everyone of them was nervous before they sang!!=) So, if you are nervous, you would be in good company. As I am starting to handle the karaoke night at the Snoring Sasquatch on a monthly basis (4th thursday of the month I believe) then come out, sing, and learn to relax your voice. That, in my limited experience (I am NOT a voice teacher) is the biggest issue in taking the leap from singing in the shower to singing in public. Just relaxing! Its not easy, and I don't know if there is any way around it but by trying! And if you don't do so well, try again, and again, and again if needed. A little vocal training would also be very beneficial and there are several vocal instructors in town who are great!! See Chris, in my opinion, the saddest song is the song that remains unsung. So, don't let that song inside you remain unsung. |
| A heart for his homeland | | posted by: bettylmarzke | 2012-01-12 06:51:32 | | Sorry Aaron and Mary,I reread my response and it sounds like I am proud of me rather than what I meant that I was proud of you and your determination to be a factor for good.Betty |
| A heart for his homeland | | posted by: bettylmarzke | 2012-01-11 06:35:42 | | I am so proud to have an acquaintance with Mary and Aaron. Thanks for the great presentation for the kids last night and we will be waiting to see how to help again. It is good to see you as part of a solution.Betty |
| A heart for his homeland | | posted by: lindoski | 2012-01-06 17:59:43 | | Thank you for the well done article about my nephew , Aaron Gregory. I am his auntie Linda who accompanied them to Haiti. Aaron has a great love and drive to help his hiome country. I was most impressed with the people of Haiti and their efforts to recover from the devastation of the earthquake. Without much large equipment they are rebuilding their city and outlying areas one brick at a time. I agree that Gladys Thomas is a truely amazing person, not taking any credit for her good works but reminding us she is but a conduit for God to work through.Bravo Aaron for your plans to help your birth country. Auntie Linda |
| Mistletoe Superstitions | | posted by: wendy | 2011-12-22 11:29:40 | | Nothing to do with Jesus... just some superstitions about mistletoe |
| From the Mayor's Desk | | posted by: leechapoton | 2011-12-21 08:20:29 | | It was an honour and a privilege to help out with the food hamper packing |
| Live Life Without Regrets | | posted by: leechapoton | 2011-12-21 08:16:47 | | Well said! What an amazing article. Thank you for taking the time to share it. Merry Christmas! |
| iPod Winner - Kim Cook | | posted by: kimmy | 2011-12-16 06:29:07 | | Thank-you so much for giving us the opportunity to share our writings, and thank-you for the ipod. I thoroughly enjoyed writing for the Valley Buzz. Yes, Chris, your articles were excellent and I always enjoyed reading them. Merry Christmas everyone. Kim Cook |
| Election Results! | | posted by: wendy | 2011-11-21 09:15:45 | | We just added them, sorry about that! |
| Election Results! | | posted by: judydickson | 2011-11-21 06:32:01 | | Do the rural trustees not count? |
| Jerry Schmalz for council | | posted by: leechapoton | 2011-11-18 15:28:00 | | Thanks for your service to this town. Enjoy your next three years on Town Council! |
| Scott Veitch for council | | posted by: leechapoton | 2011-11-18 15:26:21 | | Looking forward to having you serve our town. Enjoy Town Council! |
| Tanya Ducharme for council | | posted by: leechapoton | 2011-11-18 15:23:19 | | Thanks for your service to our town. Enjoy your next three years on Council! |
| Ron Toyota for Mayor 2011 | | posted by: leechapoton | 2011-11-18 15:21:16 | | I'm looking forward to seeing what your talents continue to bring to this valley I now call home. Enjoy your next three years! |
| Judy Gadicke for council | | posted by: leechapoton | 2011-11-18 15:18:32 | | Thanks for serving these past three years. I'm sure you'll enjoy the next three even more! |
| Malcolm Ferguson for council | | posted by: leechapoton | 2011-11-18 15:16:30 | | I'm looking forward to seeing you accomplish much on town council. Enjoy it! |
| Election Signs | iPod Entry | | posted by: terry44 | 2011-11-18 14:47:14 | | Hi Chris, i enjoy reading this every morning but your comment about the hat wasn't very nice just before the election. On monday I would be fine with it. |
| Sometime Soon | iPod Entry | | posted by: conjc | 2011-11-18 11:18:26 | | Well, that was well-timed. The future tense is amusing as it came out on the morning of our first big snow. Prophetic, eh? I echo your sentiments. I still love the white stuff. |
| Election Signs | iPod Entry | | posted by: mayorron | 2011-11-18 06:38:50 | | Hi Chris --The "key" word is DEMOCRACY and for us to have this right and privilege is beautiful !My red |
| Museum Caption Challenge! | | posted by: reneekyle | 2011-11-17 06:39:47 | | It's just too obvious not to submit this one: "Rub-a-dub-dub....Two kids in a tub" |
| Sometime Soon | iPod Entry | | posted by: meggie14c | 2011-11-17 06:10:48 | | Ooooh! Well written mum. Nice change from teh political propaganda. |
| Renee Kyle for council | | posted by: leechapoton | 2011-11-16 13:33:55 | | I like your ability to dream, no matter what others say or think. You'll make a great addition to Town Council! |
| Renee Kyle for council | | posted by: mayorron | 2011-11-16 05:32:53 | | Hey Renee --All the best on your bid to become a new "rookie" ! |
| Scott Veitch for council | | posted by: mayorron | 2011-11-16 05:30:57 | | Hey Scott --As the new guy on the Councillors list, you have shown real energy and you will be getting my VOTE on November 19th ! |
| Judy Gadicke for council | | posted by: mayorron | 2011-11-16 05:25:36 | | Hey Judy --You have been a real true "team player" and you will be getting my VOTE on November 19th ! |
| Tanya Ducharme for council | | posted by: mayorron | 2011-11-16 05:24:14 | | Hey Tanya --Your support as a "team player" in the last 3 years has been great -- you will be getting my vote on November 19th ! |
| Jerry Schmalz for council | | posted by: mayorron | 2011-11-16 05:22:46 | | Hey Jerry --All the best in your re-election campaign -- you have been a "team player" -- you will have my VOTE on Nov. 19th |
| Malcolm Ferguson for council | | posted by: deltafay | 2011-11-15 07:48:34 | | Well done! I no longer call the Creston Valley home, but Malcolm Ferguson will always have my vote!Reading his article has make it clear that he has the insight to became councillor. He recognizes the assets of the Creston Valley. I am sure under his direction, arts, culture and the most important of all, food security, will continue to grow and expand!I believe that Creston and the surrounding area will only improve under Malcolm Ferguson's direction!He has my vote! |
| Tanya Ducharme for council | | posted by: tnisan | 2011-11-14 15:18:37 | | I have nothing against small any small business out there. I grew up here and am proud to support the local people. But not ones who are unprofessional. I don't even know Tanya, Just simply reading everyones profile so I have the information to vote. |
| Tanya Ducharme for council | | posted by: tanya | 2011-11-14 06:55:50 | | To those above who have supported me THANK YOU. As always there are two sides to every story and I agree that this is not the place to vent or deal with these issues. I do encourge any question that anyone may have that reflects the up and coming election. I would also like to thank "I Love Creston" for featuring all the candidates. This has been a great race! |
| "Lest We Forget" | iPod Entry | | posted by: conjc | 2011-11-13 15:52:41 | | Learn something new every day. I didn't know your dad was in the navy! Love the picture of him. |
| Tanya Ducharme for council | | posted by: KC | 2011-11-12 06:30:59 | | @patmartin I Agree, this wasn't designed for the petty crap your using it for Paul. Please keep your comments related to the story at hand. |
| Heather Suttie for School Board SD#8 Kootenay Lake | | posted by: patmartin | 2011-11-11 16:04:03 | | From what I have read, Heather would make a terrific trustee. I really like her signs around town, as well. Very innovative. But mostly, her policies and attitude definitely seem to be trustee-material. |
| Tanya Ducharme for council | | posted by: patmartin | 2011-11-11 15:59:00 | | Can we get back to the election and comments pertinent to it, please? |
| Tanya Ducharme for council | | posted by: looking4light | 2011-11-11 07:56:11 | | I worked in the debt collection industry for 12 years. Please, please do not use this as an aid to do your business. |
| Tanya Ducharme for council | | posted by: pam43 | 2011-11-11 06:02:09 | | Next time keep your criticisms to your self.Don't post them "pubic-ally" as you put it. Stick up for yourself as much as you want, but whoever reads this, is probably not going to hire you, based on your first comment. |
| Black Bear Books | iPod Entry | | posted by: conjc | 2011-11-10 22:09:26 | | Nice write-up. There is just something about bookstores. And this town has some special ones. Well stated. |
| Tanya Ducharme for council | | posted by: pwooz | 2011-11-10 14:13:21 | | if that's a personal note why do you post it pubic-ally?you seem to have a personal bias which is to the detriment of small business! just what this town needs? you and Tanya are perfect bedfellows |
| Tanya Ducharme for council | | posted by: tnisan | 2011-11-10 13:47:26 | | So note to self, Don't bother calling Paul's Installations for a quote. |
| Tanya Ducharme for council | | posted by: pwooz | 2011-11-10 07:16:05 | | I won't dignify that with a answer i just feel someone running for office should be above reproach |
| Tanya Ducharme for council | | posted by: pam43 | 2011-11-10 06:31:33 | | @pwooz Wow paul woozman, that was so rude. It is nobody's business. Maybe you didn't do the job, maybe you did a piss poor job. Go Tanya, I hope you win!! |
| Footlighters, ARES put local slant on Disney classic Aladdin | | posted by: clampers49 | 2011-11-08 08:09:55 | | Thanks for your kind words of support, Renee. We, at Footlighters, try our best to bring well rehearsed productions to Creston. We are working hard, rehearsing 3 times per week until show time now. The children are doing an excellent job!....Malcolm Ferguson (Chop-Chop) |
| I LOVE MY JOB | iPad2 Entry | | posted by: pam43 | 2011-11-07 06:50:24 | | I hope that 70% and possibly more vote you back in, I for one, will. You deserve it. |
| Ingrid Voigt for council | | posted by: patmartin | 2011-11-03 19:02:41 | | Ingrid would serve us very well as a Creston Town Councillor. Get out and vote for her or we may miss out on having a sharp and capable representative. We need a mix of former and new councillors at the table. |
| Renee Kyle for council | | posted by: patmartin | 2011-11-03 18:56:14 | | After hearing Renee speak at the Chamber Forum, I was very impressed. We have a great potential councillor here. Let's not miss out on this opportunity! |
| Joe Snopek for Mayor 2011 | | posted by: patmartin | 2011-11-03 18:37:24 | | Go, Joe! I have had the privelege of being made to feel welcome to discuss many topics with former Mayor Snopek over the years:air quality, ALR land, zoning, taxation, water issues to name a few and I was always made to feel that my opinions and concerns mattered. He is a rare breed of mayor and we are so fortunate to have such a kind and caring individual running for office in Creston.Please come back and be our Mayor once again, Joe. |
| The Apple Tree | iPad2 Entry | | posted by: kimmy | 2011-10-31 19:08:33 | | This story has in it the makings of a great picture book. You just need a creative illustrator. |
| The Apple Tree | iPad2 Entry | | posted by: kimmy | 2011-10-31 19:08:33 | | This story has in it the makings of a great picture book. You just need a creative illustrator. |
| Kootenay Grain - Community Supported Agriculture | iPad2 Entry | | posted by: deltafay | 2011-10-26 12:43:50 | | My mouth is watering too! I envy the Creston Valley people for the access to good flour and oats! Can you all ship to Saskatchewan? I wonder why we don't have something like this here in the "Bread Basket" of Canada? I must look into this, does anyone know of an organic grain C.S.A. producer here in Saskatchewan. |
| Withering Grass and Fading Flowers | iPad2 Entry | | posted by: craftsman | 2011-10-17 12:37:26 | | yesterday someone left the comment that depression has its roots in self centredness, as we approach the darker part of the year there are many positive and beautiful aspects we can focus on especially if we can be of some value to someone else or some worthy cause. This may seem like a sacrifice at first but it turns out we feel blessed and well rewarded and it sets our own spirit free, Definitively worth it |
| Snap, Crackle and Pop | iPad2 Entry | | posted by: conjc | 2011-10-13 11:45:02 | | I love my fire (especially now that it's doing what fires are supposed to do.) Kimmy, please pass on my thanks to TJ |
| Thanksgiving in September | iPad2 Entry | | posted by: craftsman | 2011-10-07 08:55:13 | | Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend. Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow. -- Melody Beattie |
| New Eyes | iPad Entry | | posted by: conjc | 2011-09-30 20:11:31 | | Ha, Sobrina. You would know the feeling then, about seeing with new eyes. Walking around with a camera also gives me a new perspective. |
| Remember When | iPad2 Entry | | posted by: kimmy | 2011-09-29 14:43:22 | | I think you are right. I was a kid then, so I guess that was how I remembered it. Wasn't Bootlegger on the other side of the street near where Morris Flowers is now? |
| New Eyes | iPad Entry | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-09-29 09:30:49 | | Yeah, Tia! Really like this one. Something about this time of year, I think, that makes you appreciate things with new eyes. Well, of course, and needed to churn out blog posts ;) |
| Remember When | iPad2 Entry | | posted by: iam2happy | 2011-09-29 09:12:14 | | I don't think it was Bootlegger, but instead it was called "The Outfitters". Also the Coop was originally a grocery store and drygoods store upstairs where TBS and Fields are now, and a hardware store downstairs. Super Valu came later in the 80's after the Coop went bankrupt in 1981. |
| New Eyes | iPad Entry | | posted by: kimmy | 2011-09-29 08:22:28 | | Parks are truly an oasis in the midst of a busy schedule and busy surroundings. |
| Thanksgiving in September | iPad2 Entry | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-09-27 08:47:14 | This inspires me to give this a shot... I bet it's more difficult than it sounds. And a mindset changer.
I'm not in the valley anymore but I bet a lot of my list would still apply. |
| Remember When | iPad2 Entry | | posted by: kimmy | 2011-09-23 18:08:12 | | Bootlegger was around where The Source is now. It was, as a kid in grade 6 goes, the place to get your jeans. They seemed to have every size and style. That was when wide leg wrangler's were in style. |
| Remember When | iPad2 Entry | | posted by: conjc | 2011-09-23 08:40:16 | | Can't say I remember all of those, but I do remember some of them. Creston used to have a Bootleggers'? Where was that? |
| Voting Needed - Credit Union | | posted by: faithson | 2011-09-21 16:41:36 | | My understanding is that you had to be a credit union member to vote. The Community Greenhouse has endless potential to ensure that everyone can benefit from healthy, locally produced foods. |
| A Harvest of Gold | iPad2 Entry | | posted by: conjc | 2011-09-21 16:12:49 | | Yup, that's a lot of tomatoes. I know the feeling. I'm trying a new spaghetti sauce recipe, by the way. Seems like a good one if you're interested. |
| Voting Needed - Credit Union | | posted by: TammyHardwick | 2011-09-21 12:07:05 | | The Museums also has a project among the Top 5. You can read more about it on the Museum's website at www.creston.museum.bc.ca. The remaining two are the Palliative Care Society and the West Creston Fire Protection Society. |
| Feathered Friends | iPad2 Entry | | posted by: conjc | 2011-09-20 12:00:07 | | Oops! I'll answer my own question. I just noticed that the "Win and ipad2" logo at the top is clickable. Plus I went into Sept. archives and scrolled to the bottom to find the bit written up about it. Good to go. |
| Feathered Friends | iPad2 Entry | | posted by: conjc | 2011-09-20 11:56:08 | | How fun to see your name on the byline, Kimmy. You're published! Yay! I hadn't heard this story before. Must have just happened, eh? You'll have to keep on having adventures so you can keep on writing entries. For those might be interested in this ipad entry yet technologically challenged like me, how does one send a Daily Buzz entry in? Can't find anything about it on the website (but then I'm not too observant). |
| Berry Berry Good! | iPad2 Entry | | posted by: faithson | 2011-09-20 09:14:53 | | After 10 years of searching, I haven't given up hope of finding some huckleberries on this side of the pass...:-( |
| King Fisher Books | iPad2 Entry | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-09-19 08:38:54 | | I recently took an out of town guest to Kingfisher books. She's quite a latte connaisseur and said that theirs was the best she'd ever had! |
| King Fisher Books | iPad2 Entry | | posted by: kimmy | 2011-09-16 12:51:49 | | Chris, I compliment you on a very well written article. You have a way with words and descriptions that is artful. My hat's off to you. |
| A Harvest of Gold | iPad2 Entry | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-09-08 17:59:32 | | So true! And, I appreciate you sharing the love :). Those zucchinis will find their way into a mean stir fry or two... |
| Running in West Creston | First iPad2 Entry | | posted by: DonnaCassel | 2011-09-06 15:07:12 | | Thought this would interest you: www.healthyfamiliesbcwalkingchallenge.ca The 5 communities with the most postings – one from each population size category (we are 0 to 5,000) will win $10,000 to upgrade a local walking trail.Please logon and write your posting and add new ones each day (photos are good !!)Also email all your contacts and invite them to participate. Check out the Weekly and Individual Prizes |
| HST Voting Results | | posted by: KC | 2011-09-06 06:00:19 | | @faithson - You are so right, unfortunately we put people in power to make decisions and when givin a choice, the people always seem to make stupid ones. Shows us all how well manipulation and advertising works. I just hope we learn from our mistakes, but it just doesnt seem to ever happen. |
| This is Goodbye | | posted by: conjc | 2011-08-31 13:14:33 | | I'll miss reading your daily thoughts, Kris. Hope to see lots of you still, though. (We'd better!) |
| HST Voting Results | | posted by: faithson | 2011-08-31 10:41:25 | | Very archaic to retain two taxes, much more efficient with one. We will pay dearly for this fiasco. No thanks to 25% of the people in BC (which is the approximate number of eligible voters who voted to keep two taxes) and who have not thought this through, voting with their emotions instead of logic. |
| This is Goodbye | | posted by: kimmy | 2011-08-31 09:34:43 | | I'm going to miss your morning read and thoughts for the day Kris. Love you, Mom |
| This is Goodbye | | posted by: tienna | 2011-08-31 07:15:06 | | AWW! We'll miss you, Kristen! I hope you have fun with your new adventure! Keep in touch! |
| HST Voting Results | | posted by: KC | 2011-08-31 05:48:13 | | Even better, to change the H back to a P |
| HST Voting Results | | posted by: craftsman | 2011-08-30 08:10:11 | | spend 9 million to change the H to a P ???????????? |
| Reasonably Tan | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-08-29 10:08:03 | | No, I certainly don't go to tanning booths either! I just think a little sun in the summer isn't a bad thing. :) |
| Reasonably Tan | | posted by: tienna | 2011-08-26 08:05:15 | | Hey. I don't go to tanning booths. I don't sun bathe (I'd fall asleep). I usually don't use sunblock either (I can't stand the sticky feeling on my skin).... I just enjoy what ever sun we can get. |
| Certainly Not Alone | | posted by: ellys | 2011-08-24 10:50:30 | | I know I have been waiting my enire life for such a bypass to happen. It would be feasible since it has been started by buying up some of the land by the province. It is the worst bottleneck of traffic for travellers going east or west through our fine town. They are just frustrated as even the locals are. |
| Certainly Not Alone | | posted by: gloriapreston | 2011-08-23 13:47:43 | | You can bet there will never be a bypass for more than a hundred years at least!!!! |
| Certainly Not Alone | | posted by: faithson | 2011-08-22 09:04:52 | | Yes the province had purchased quite a bit of the land needed for a truck bypass around Arrow Mtn. Council in 2003 looked at the impact of bypasses around other towns, (eg Hope), and saw that it had no long term negative effect on local businesses. But then: Province refused to fund the work! (citing all the $ spent on the new intersection leading down Erickson St.); nevertheless, some Town officials saw that the original truck bypass could be done in phases. Not much seems to be happening with that. A collective will by business and residents is needed to unite the Creston people to lobby for getting the fumes and noise pollution from those trucks away from the lungs and bodies of local residents. Creston's main street is my least favorite place to be because of them. A very gross experience! yuck |
| My side of the world | | posted by: metalhauler | 2011-08-20 08:38:52 | | Thanks for this article, i have been keeping up on the information about this topic as well. I have been enjoying the many things to do at The Point since i was a small boy in the 80's and to see it shut down because of blatent misuse and disrespect makes me sick to my stomach. There was very little trouble down there aside of the occasional broken beer bottle or dog poo until the crowd of people showed up that deficate in shopping bags then throw them in the bush, do drugs and discard their needles nearby, and participate in public nudity and fornication. I look forward to the day when i can climb down the trail again and plunge into the water from above, while hearing people of all ages' laughter and the sounds of summer all around me at The Point. |
| Certainly Not Alone | | posted by: KC | 2011-08-19 12:17:35 | | @ellys, isnt there a large section zoned already for a bypass? I wonder what type of impact that would have on our tourist based business' |
| Certainly Not Alone | | posted by: ellys | 2011-08-19 09:26:34 | | Ever heard of the bypass discussion of 20 years? An idea that would have been great IF it had been followed through, not started and never finished. |
| Certainly Not Alone | | posted by: faithson | 2011-08-19 08:45:01 | | There are safety issues around big trucks using Cook St. To address these, the entire corner from 16th would have to be changed, part of the school yard, buildings on the corner would be gone. And still exposes school children to hazards arising from accidents. The only sensible solution is to route the big trucks around the town, not through it. If there were enough collective will in Creston, a way could be found to get this done...unfortunately that has yet to happen. |
| Certainly Not Alone | | posted by: ellys | 2011-08-18 11:35:05 | | Sure, it's all great. It's just those large, noisy, smelly transport trucks that annoy me. Couldn't they be directled to at least use the Cook St. bypass? |
| Justify my Justifying | | posted by: faithson | 2011-08-18 08:40:12 | | Yes, we are not experiencing our lives in order to be a reflection of someone else's desires. We can take all of their opinions and reflect on them, but ultimately, we need to live our own unique lives in accordance with our own best judgment and ability. That's how we are able to grow and to give and receive the greatest amount of good in our world. |
| Certainly Not Alone | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-08-16 22:28:02 | | That's definitely true, Jane... It just always seems weird when I have to "deal with traffic." :) |
| Certainly Not Alone | | posted by: janegray | 2011-08-16 08:48:00 | | It may take 5 more minutes to get thru town but remember to be happy that the tourists are here , spending their money in our small businesses. Be glad that the town is abuzz with the Quebecois! Not only to do they get our cherry crop picked bit they also are buying groceries and eating in our restaurants! Busy is GOOD! |
| Certainly Not Alone | | posted by: tienna | 2011-08-16 07:24:08 | | Ha ha ha!! I'm with you. Since we moved here, "downtown Creston" seems quite a bit more busy in the summer. Yes, tourists, friends and family of Crestonians, people enjoying the lakes and neighbouring areas seem to flood our little town.... I've just learned to deal with it. After all, Summer traffic in Creston is peanuts to Saskatoon where we came from. Even the "sunday drivers" in Saskatoon are worse than this. LOL So We just avoid downtown and drive all the side roads. IF we NEED to be downtown for something, we would rather park a ways away, then walk down. Just think, once the kids are back in school, it will slow down again :) |
| Nothing Better | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-08-11 21:44:31 | | Haha. I don't remember "stingy" but that is what I remember... :) |
| Nothing Better | | posted by: kimmy | 2011-08-11 12:32:07 | | Hey Kris, I don't remember being that stingy...really? |
| Thank-You | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-08-10 22:09:30 | | You are both certainly people I've appreciated through my short writing endeavors! conjc, look what you started. Tienna, I have pretty much written entire topics because I thought you might enjoy them :). |
| Thank-You | | posted by: tienna | 2011-08-10 12:06:53 | | Me too! Thank you for us thanking us for feedback on your thoughts! I think I've recognised you somewhere before- but because I haven't met you face to face it is a bit difficult. But I love reading your thoughts and stories. (especially of your childhood. I live hearing about other people's childhoods!) |
| Thank-You | | posted by: conjc | 2011-08-10 10:04:56 | | Thanks, Kris. I always do enjoy reading your thought for the day. |
| The Stuff of Country Songs | | posted by: tienna | 2011-08-08 07:49:23 | | OOh campfires :) I agree, there is always something relaxing to having a fire. It's warm and comfortale. The flickering flames always calm me.... even stoking the fire feels good. The ONLY thing that bugs me it the smoke always seems to follow me and invade my eyes. lol |
| A Few Left to Collect | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-08-03 22:54:58 | | Oh, yes. I actually meant to mention that! Nothing like ice cream to compliment a trip to the river! |
| A Few Left to Collect | | posted by: BIllDyck | 2011-08-03 09:19:01 | | And a BIG Thank you for stopping by for ICE CREAM afterwards. MACKAY'S @ Whirlwind - A-Frame - Goat River on Hwy 21. Enjoyed you and your friends company !!! |
| The Point | | posted by: carry | 2011-08-03 07:41:16 | | That's what I thought because I do see people still swimming on the East side of the bridge. Thanks |
| Whatever the Reason | | posted by: KC | 2011-08-02 11:15:47 | | I am happy about any holidays! - there is no such thing as a bad one.. |
| The Point | | posted by: wendy | 2011-08-02 10:46:02 | | We live in Canyon and my kids still go to the point. They go down from the Canyon side. |
| The Point | | posted by: carry | 2011-08-02 08:13:43 | | Thanks, I had read this column and still wonder how this area is going to be cordoned off or how they intend to stop people from going down to the water. I had not heard any details on whether the Provincial or Civic authority was handling this since an article or two prior in the Advance. It is my granddaughters favorite place to swim. |
| The Point | | posted by: wendy | 2011-08-01 22:05:09 | | Hi Carry,I just put Kristen's column "My side of the world" on the website if you want to read it. |
| The Point | | posted by: carry | 2011-08-01 19:49:44 | | Can you fill me in on the details of closing "The Point" please. |
| uncapitilized mispelled title | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-07-22 00:00:03 | | Haha. I think it happens to all of us. I pick out bad grammar myself. But if it's readable and they're trying I don't see any point of picking on it. |
| uncapitilized mispelled title | | posted by: tienna | 2011-07-21 22:39:07 | | Phew!! I'm not the olny one who mis-spells and lets some typos slip. although... I do not like when people point out my mistakes... lol makes me feel silly at best. |
| Around the World Via Tea | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-07-18 20:58:46 | | Mmm. I find tea culture very fascinating. And, yes, tas-tea as well! lol, nicely done. The apple tea is really good. |
| Around the World Via Tea | | posted by: tienna | 2011-07-18 08:22:54 | | MMM tea!! That all sounds so TAS-TEA!!! har har har! I'd like to try that apple tea- sounds intriguing! |
| This Summer's Local Humour | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-07-15 13:10:35 | | Hope I didn't confuse anybody who was hoping to go on Sunday :(. Thanks for the clarification. |
| This Summer's Local Humour | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-07-15 13:09:43 | | Oh dear. If that's true than my information source was inaccurate http://www.ilovecreston.com/?p=events |
| This Summer's Local Humour | | posted by: mikefoy | 2011-07-15 09:04:18 | | Great write up Kristen! The play opens tonight though and finishes tomorrow night - so Fri and Sat @ 730pm - it's really entertaining! |
| Simple energy saving tips for renters | | posted by: pwooz | 2011-07-14 07:44:28 | | the best way to cut you energy costs that i know of is to install a mini split system ductless heat pump (Fujitsu) it can cut your power consumption by as much as 75% |
| Pleasantly Surprised | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-07-12 23:23:05 | Mom, vaguely... Not well enough to remember the hummingbird...
Janet, thanks so much for commenting! You have an awesome artistic community. One I will always be glad to visit, especially if I happen across your Samba Group :). |
| Pleasantly Surprised | | posted by: JanetWallace | 2011-07-12 22:11:04 | | We're glad a glass blower is here for the summer too! In the winter we can warm up over there but we've missed them. Glad you caught our Samba Group, you can catch us again with sparkles and feathers at Starbelly Jam. Janet the Barefoot Weaver |
| Pleasantly Surprised | | posted by: kimmy | 2011-07-12 11:05:30 | | Do you remember the demonstration in the back studio of the Incredible Christmas Store in Sandpoint before it changed location? The artist was creating a glass hummingbird. |
| Celebration Tour | | posted by: tienna | 2011-07-12 07:58:56 | | I lost count with HOW MANY times I voted. but we did, indeed vote. |
| Lake Season | | posted by: tienna | 2011-07-08 12:27:50 | | When I was a kid, we always went to Pike lake and Blackstrap lake (in Saskatchewan) and when we went boating/ swimming/ fishing / water ski-ing- I always got lake sea weed in between my toes. And at summer camp there was always lake sea weed- and all the girls got all freaked out and screamed when it touched their legs. (being a girl, I was ok with it- until then!!) when they shrilled, I got goose bumps and freaked out too. Now every time I feel it in the water, I freak... Now that being said, I cannot freak out around the kids- I have to PRETEND to be brave and tell them that it's JUST lake sea weed, and it won't hurt you. (good luck with that, right???) |
| Lake Season | | posted by: faithson | 2011-07-08 09:46:24 | | Having lived on ornear the lake and swimming in it every year for 60 years, I've never seen seaweed in Kootenay Lake! |
| Lake Season | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-07-07 23:51:38 | | Lake sea weed? Sounds like you've hung out in the end near Duck Lake. Kuskanook definitely has a bit. |
| Lake Season | | posted by: tienna | 2011-07-07 08:26:32 | | Ooh- Lake season. I am not much of a lake swimmer as I have had bad experiences with lake "sea weed". I would rather go boating or fishing. Although, that being said- I really enjoy boundary lake, and I will go in up to my calves. :0) I'd much rather let the dogs swim in the Kootenay lake! |
| July is Freedom | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-07-05 22:37:42 | | Mmm. Sounds Ike we're on roughly the same view when it comes to July. |
| July is Freedom | | posted by: tienna | 2011-07-05 08:05:58 | | July: Hot weather, my daugher's birthday party, lots of sitting on the deck drinking cool- crisp cider (as well as other things)... ooh, and sitting out in the evenings until past dusk and watching the bats swoop to eat mosquitos. We usually go fishing, explore nearby lakes, let the dogs swim in every pons and river..... Ahh, I LOVE July. If only work could go away so we could enjoythe kids' summer holidays as well. |
| A Not-So-Easy Thrill | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-06-28 20:25:52 | | Fair enough, it's not for everyone! Haha. Variation is definitely appreciated, though :) |
| A Not-So-Easy Thrill | | posted by: tienna | 2011-06-27 22:14:44 | | Glad to hear there are new activities in Creston.... :) but the mere thought of climbing a rock makes me dizzy. |
| Creston Rock | | posted by: brendan11st | 2011-06-22 11:10:24 | | hey, where is there to climb? i only know of this big rock out past west creston. I'm new to the town, and here all summer. i do all from top roap to trad and have all my own gear. is there a guide book you can get somewhere? |
| The... Seventh? | | posted by: faithson | 2011-06-20 08:53:49 | | Thank you so much for sharing the Osprey cam link! I'd heard about it but this is the first time I was able to view the birds. Parent bird was cleaning the nest and then settled down on chicks and remaining egg...what a treat to get to see this! I'm sharing it on my Facebook page too. |
| Yup, Pretty Cool | | posted by: janegray | 2011-06-20 07:28:24 | | I love watching the ospreys nest. There is still one egg left to catch! For another fascinating bird watching op, this time hummingbirds, go to http://www.thewildlifecam.com/wildlife_cam.aspx?ID=USTREAM11. |
| The... Seventh? | | posted by: KC | 2011-06-16 05:45:13 | | I can't wait for the rain to end, a little sun wouldn't hurt. |
| Not Stinky After Three Days | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-06-12 16:26:53 | | Haha. In fact, a friend of my room mate's is sleeping on an air mattess in my living room at the moment :) Have fun with your brother in-law! |
| Not Stinky After Three Days | | posted by: tienna | 2011-06-10 07:45:59 | | Glad to hear that when someone else has house guests, the air matress gets used too. Usually 3-4 days is my max before I want my house back. Not that I don't love my company- but I really love my space. Hope you have fun with your family- I have a cool brother in-law coming next week. Should be fun times! |
| Thankful Anyway | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-06-08 21:43:15 | | Thanks :). I think there's something to be said for appreciating what we have, even if we try to achieve better. |
| Thankful Anyway | | posted by: craftsman | 2011-06-08 07:56:26 | | How refreshing to read something positive about healthcare |
| Never Worth It | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-06-07 18:05:54 | | Thanks, Vern! That's very interesting! I'll definitely put it on my "must try" list. |
| Never Worth It | | posted by: verngorham | 2011-06-07 06:21:03 | | Hi Kristen;Something I have found that works well, at least in my mind it works well, is to apply grapeseed extract to the burned area as soon as possible. Since a sunburn is free radical damage, which as I understand it is caused by unstable molecules (free radicals), by using an antioxidant, they can donate their free hydrogen to the free radical to make it stable, and thus not a free radical anymore. Its not anything I read or anything, just kind of figured it out from a chemistry perspective. It does seem to reduce the burn, but maybe its all in my head. I'll keep using it though!!Enjoy your column!Vern |
| Vanilla Bean and Pumpkin Spice | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-06-06 18:39:49 | | Mmm. It is a good time! The nice thing about the market is that it's there for any weekend you're able to make it. Sounds like you had a great Sunday, though! Nice. |
| Vanilla Bean and Pumpkin Spice | | posted by: tienna | 2011-06-06 08:00:36 | | The market seemed like a wonderful time. We missed it again. I worked on Saturday and on Sunday we hit up a sweet spot on Mnt Thonpson to catch frogs, snakes and butterflies. We went for a little hike and then came home to relax. That a gorgeous weekend!! |
| A Weekend and a Chance | | posted by: craftsman | 2011-05-31 08:48:13 | | I can appreciate your opportunistic approach , It interests me how we all seek for happiness and fulfillment but we don't realize that complaining wont get us there. I have lived in a place where the weather is much worse than here so to me its very nice most of the time |
| A Weekend and a Chance | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-05-29 23:21:23 | | Umm... Lucky guess. Haha! Sunday ended up being nice, but I still had several mugs of hot tea this weekend. |
| A Weekend and a Chance | | posted by: tienna | 2011-05-27 07:50:57 | | How did you konw I was tired of the rain? I wake up tired, I can't walk as much as I want. No weeding, no camp fires.... Yes, hot tea sounds like a blast right about now. |
| A Rented Cessna | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-05-26 23:13:36 | | I can understand that! Even though you may technically know that it's safer than driving there's something strangely unnatural about flying through the air in a chunk of metal. |
| A Rented Cessna | | posted by: tienna | 2011-05-26 07:42:28 | | I like planes, I am ok around them, and I even like to watch them fly. I get nervous when I board one to travel. I like the take off and landing feeling, but I have always been nervous of the flying part. Smething about the sounds of a crash landing... Sheesh! |
| A Rented Cessna | | posted by: meggie14c | 2011-05-26 06:22:23 | | Tee hee, we have a talented family : ) Although you forgot to mention he stalled the engine on purpose, just to freak us out : P |
| Imperfect Perfection | | posted by: meggie14c | 2011-05-26 06:20:08 | | I know, we have a talented family! hee hee |
| Imperfect Perfection | | posted by: tienna | 2011-05-25 22:30:27 | | OH awesome. Maybe he can paint our truck one day!! |
| Bittersweet Blossoms | | posted by: tienna | 2011-05-25 22:29:10 | | OOH! I absolutely LOVE lilacs. Purple are my favorite, but I will not turn down smelling the white ones. Positively my FAVE flower!! |
| Imperfect Perfection | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-05-24 10:35:37 | | Tienna, you are super awesome! The orange truck was my cousin's, and my brother painted it!! Welcome to the small town! Yeah, they were the clowns. I think they had fun. And campfires on long weekends is where it's at. :) |
| Imperfect Perfection | | posted by: tienna | 2011-05-24 07:58:36 | | Hey! your brothers were the clowns? I didn't know that! They were great! We missed the derby too, but we went and had a campfire w/ the family. Oh and the car show was neat. (I don`t know much about vehicles but the hot orange truck with green flames had to be my favorite) I think our weekend was rather busy, but I loved the monday- it was a wind down for the kids. Went swimming, took the dogs for a walk, went to a friend`s house for supper.... AND the kids were in bed, sound asleep by normal time! Yup- good weekend indeed! |
| We Think We Can | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-05-16 21:25:56 | | Haha! Thanks, Tienna. I think the spot had more to do with our lack of success than anything. It was technically a failure, but an experience worth having. |
| We Think We Can | | posted by: tienna | 2011-05-16 07:43:45 | | lol good for you for trying! If I had that thought, I would probably make myself sick to the stomach before I made any movements to load my back pack! Besides just because it defeated you once, doesn't mean you cannot try again in another spot. Good luck! |
| Vanity isn't Easy | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-05-11 23:08:10 | | Tienna, that is a terrible story! Wow. Washable wax would certainly be nice. |
| Vanity isn't Easy | | posted by: carry | 2011-05-10 19:04:33 | | You could try Sally Hansens cold wax. Luke warm water washes it off and it is much easier to use on all parts of your body and not too messy either. |
| Vanity isn't Easy | | posted by: tienna | 2011-05-10 13:06:43 | | LOL OOh ouch! Waxing. I had a bad experience with a salon who waxed me (NOT here in this valley). It was one of those refer a friend and you get a discount. I went with my cousin, and the technitian who I got stuck with must have been training. She waxed my legs from the ankle up to just abouve my knee. It hurt, yea, but not as much as what she did afterwards.... Instead of putting a soothing lotion onto my legs, she used hand sanitizer. My legs were SUPER burning and red and they looked blistered after all that. Apparently that was not what was supposed to happen. UGH! So now every time I think I might want to try waxing again, I chicken out. |
| Vanity isn't Easy | | posted by: hottubkelly | 2011-05-10 08:33:52 | | Could be worse - you could be a 40 Year Old Virgin. |
| We All Like YouTube | | posted by: KC | 2011-05-05 06:48:49 | | Youtube was the best thing ever invented.. Might make us dumber, but I still LOVE it! |
| Gray Hair Welcome | | posted by: tienna | 2011-05-04 07:47:17 | | Hey, that sounds like fun. I wouldn't qualify, but it would be fun to watch! |
| Greenhouse Culture | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-04-27 22:29:48 | | I think basic ones can be pretty easy to construct. Just a frame and plastic... Definitely definitely beats old imported produce! |
| Greenhouse Culture | | posted by: tienna | 2011-04-27 08:08:05 | | WOW! Greenhouses- I have never thought about that! Great alternative to a failed, cat infested garden.... I should see how to construct one for next year. I bet it would sure beat the heck out of buying old produce at the store. |
| Clothespins | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-04-27 01:13:34 | | Hmmm. I've heard the softness argument before. Somewhat valid, I suppose. :) |
| From the Mayor's Desk | | posted by: wearwithall | 2011-04-26 15:28:19 | | Just remember you are in a town of older people and we don't know all the applications of smart phones, pencil and paper we understand |
| Clothespins | | posted by: KC | 2011-04-26 13:35:25 | | Im not a fan of air dryed clothes.. maybe I'm one of few. I'm not anti-green but i really like the warmth and softness of machine dryed clothes. Airdryed feels stale and crusty to me.. Just my opinion. |
| Perfect Long Weekends | | posted by: kimmy | 2011-04-25 17:46:51 | | Truly, the lemon meringue pies were amazingly delicious! |
| Good Grungy Garage Art | | posted by: JamesNoraMcDowell | 2011-04-20 11:36:29 | | Actually the Art Garage Show continues.Al Ingham, the building owner, had kindly invited us to continue on until the end of the month so this weekend, as you celebrate Easter with friends and family, come down to the Art Garage and have a look around. |
| To Early For Lady Slippers | | posted by: tienna | 2011-04-20 07:56:45 | | ...I agree... I 4X4 may be in order. Or snow mobiles... Or side-by-side ATVs... |
| Chai and Tetley | | posted by: kimmy | 2011-04-19 07:34:25 | | Yes, Kristen, they usually are, and reading this first thing this morning has made me smile |
| Good Grungy Garage Art | | posted by: tienna | 2011-04-14 07:32:12 | | Hmm are they open on Saturday? I'm not much of an art buff, but the kids might like it. |
| A Soundtrack of Music | | posted by: wendy | 2011-04-11 08:50:37 | | I was at the Saturday night show and loved it! Great job Footlighters! |
| It's a Musical Weekend | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-04-07 22:52:44 | Haha, I know exactly how the rest of that goes, Kimmy! :)
I've heard it's sure to be a great show! |
| It's a Musical Weekend | | posted by: kimmy | 2011-04-07 08:04:28 | | "The hills are alive with the sound of music...ah, ah, ah, ah...." |
| My Baby Broccoli | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-04-06 22:17:56 | Haha! I hope they grow into something edible! My Mom gave up on broccoli when I was young so I'm in pretty virgin territory here.
I love sunflowers! If that's all you can manage, totally worth it! I do remember that conversation :). Still, this is Creston. I'd best give it a shot :) |
| My Baby Broccoli | | posted by: meggie14c | 2011-04-06 18:56:38 | | Yes, Tiena, if they are cared for long enough and warm enough. The heads aren't as big as the one's you can buy in the store, just little flowerettes that you can pluck off. I adopted out my calendula that I planted just a month ago to another family, and now they're blooming! Travelling around isn't the best situation for gardening, but I could't resist, and for the week when they were sprouting they brought me great gleeful happiness. |
| My Baby Broccoli | | posted by: tienna | 2011-04-06 08:11:05 | | Aww- Never thought of planting broccoli... I always stuck to sunflower seeds- Oh yea, I also killed my first batch- working on the second... Remember that discussion we had about enjoying other people's plants and gaurdens... Yea Apparently I over water everything. LOL Do the broccoli actually turn into something you can eat?? |
| Ironic Success | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-04-04 23:48:42 | | Well, I think pranks in good taste can be brilliant... :) Not so much when it's actually at the expense of someone. |
| Ironic Success | | posted by: tienna | 2011-04-04 07:49:52 | | I am not very crafty either. My family never got into the pranking spirit. Our teachers always got the blunt of the jokes. One year (which was the last year tried playing a prank) all of us grade 8 students brought in an apple for our teacher. We were told by the head prankster to bruise the apple a bit. (the teacher ate apples all the time) So I had it in my head I would bruise the apple to no end. When I got to school and put the apple on the desk with the rest, I noticed NO ONE else bruised theirs- and I sort of felt bad for falling for their crap, and it made me so sad- what if they did that to me?? As for now- times, I never even try to prank. I just don't see the novelty in it. As for the bread... mine always turns out like that- even if I DO try to be careful with it. |
| No Light Night | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-03-29 22:13:16 | | This is so very true! A well informed post, thank-you :). To view Creston from a distance (such as Lister) you see that telling dome of light. It's depressing since I don't associate that with small-town lifestyle. |
| You Fight Like a Fish | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-03-29 22:11:16 | | Aww, thanks! I couldn't help but find the whole situation amusing even though I feel sorry for Mr. Finless |
| Win-Win-Win | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-03-29 22:10:34 | | That's true! They do, however, have the biker's benefit of a much smaller country and much fewer hills... :) |
| Win-Win-Win | | posted by: meggie14c | 2011-03-29 18:24:53 | | Amsterdam has more bikes than ... people...or atleast one for every person. Traffic rules take on a whole new dimension, as do 'parking lots'. There's a lot to be learned from the Dutch. |
| No Light Night | | posted by: faithson | 2011-03-28 09:20:45 | | We turned off our lights for about 75 minutes. Looking around the neighborhood, there were lights on in every house! So people here don't take this very seriously in spite of being advised (recall Arnor Larson's presentation in 2008 about dark sky/environmental lighting)that light pollution is very real. It not only affects humans, but animals as well. In fact everything that man does has an impact on other animals and the environment, and consequently on the rest of the planet. The issue is not about climate change but about how we impact others with every thing that we do. |
| You Fight Like a Fish | | posted by: tienna | 2011-03-28 07:40:40 | | LOL I truely liked this post:) Anything with animals of all sorts and I am all over it. School is finally back in, and I am willing to bet the kids have come back fom spring break with new pets. Thanks for posting this..... Poor fish. I think the males are my favorite all the way, such colorful little beasts :0) |
| No Light Night | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-03-26 17:03:40 | | I'm not sold out on the idea of climate change. Still, I don't believe we can continue to abuse the planet at the level we do without some sort of fall out. I would agree with the point about the less fortunate. What better be more conservative in consumption? Either way, it's a good thing. |
| No Light Night | | posted by: craftsman | 2011-03-25 10:27:03 | | I find it interesting that we honor the tree huggers for their zeal in curbing waste resulting in climate change which has been happening as long as we know.My mother taught me that it was morally wrong to waste because of the less fortunate.Notice the subtle shift in our motives. |
| Is Bullying Part of This School Day? | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-03-22 21:06:11 | You managed to sign in! I'm glad! Thanks for your comment. :) I can see how a bullying could cause the victim to develop strong traits for real life.
Thanks for adding those links on, KC. I didn't want to risk trying to embed anything. :) |
| Is Bullying Part of This School Day? | | posted by: craftsman | 2011-03-22 18:43:50 | | I did not get a chance to view the video and i am of the opinion that excessive bullying has no place in our society but the lessons that i learned by being occasionally bullied as a child,though unpleasant at the time,helped prepare me for life.Here i learned that life was not fair and that to tattle or complain about the way i was treated was of very little consequence,and to feel sorry for myself was a waste of time,just like in the real world. |
| It's Persian New Year | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-03-21 21:33:20 | | Mmm. I love Ukrainian holidays! I only know this based on three months I spent working at a Ukrainian Heritage Villiage (think Fort Steele for the Ukrainians). What's not to love about beautiful Easter eggs and homemade perogies? :) |
| It's Persian New Year | | posted by: tienna | 2011-03-21 08:24:46 | | Happy Persian New Year!! I have Ukrainian and polish in my roots, but we always celebrated Ukrainian holidays. |
| Cream Cheese Frosting | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-03-20 23:26:35 | I checked out both those businesses. They look great! Unfortunately I don't have any reason to contract a cake anytime soon. :)
And, Meg. Too bad cream cheese icing kinda ruins the point of a vegan cupcake. ;) |
| Cream Cheese Frosting | | posted by: wendy | 2011-03-18 10:16:13 | | You should check out Brit's Cakes (local business) you can find her creations on her facebook page. She was also featured in the April magazine :) |
| Cream Cheese Frosting | | posted by: GailNelson | 2011-03-18 10:05:32 | | Check out www.jjscustomcakery.com from Cranbrook - they look sooooo good. |
| Stuck Between a Rock and a Hard Place | | posted by: hottubkelly | 2011-03-17 21:00:52 | | Hear, hear! You go Arizona! Theres also another place by Dawson Creek I think that doesn't change. C'mon, is this the most important thing going on in the world? Missed the ferry? Missed your TV show? Everything is on your computer as far as schedules. The amount of time your politicians will waste yet again beating this dead issue under the guise of "what our constituents want" is appaling - these are your tax dollars they are wasting yipping about in council ad nauseum - is there not more pressing issues? Even feral cats don't care. I think we have the same amount of daylight each day - learn to use it wisely. Check out the article Harrowsmith did on this last summer - its a proven fact we don't save on power and it creates more mental stress. Golfers, Councillors and hot tub salesmen - you are a small percent of the populace - learn to better structure your time and stop wasting ours! |
| Stuck Between a Rock and a Hard Place | | posted by: faithson | 2011-03-17 09:31:05 | | With kids living in both Alberta and Vancouver, we found the time thing to be a constant issue. The problem is which time zone should Creston be in? Since there is no satisfactory solution to this, it makes sense to just leave it as is. Any other way is just as much a nuisance. Creston Council members who are wanting a vote should very carefully, personally and jointly, weigh each of these considerations. Don't put taxpayers through yet another vote. |
| Stuck Between a Rock and a Hard Place | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-03-15 22:11:39 | Great thoughts! Although, I admit, I never thought of it as a positive effect in regards to communicating with people who live elsewhere!
Really, I think we should just make a decision and stick with it. I wouldn't mind if daylight savings didn't exist at all. Arizona has it right :). |
| Stuck Between a Rock and a Hard Place | | posted by: wearwithall | 2011-03-15 10:02:05 | | We are central but most of us know that we are in BC and align with the west. A few people want to go with the east imagine trying to get your kids to bed with the sun still shinning, We have had a least 4 votes in the past and they were very close to 50/50. Lets just let everyone join us. For those who want to join the east adjust your hours of operation. |
| Stuck Between a Rock and a Hard Place | | posted by: looking4light | 2011-03-15 09:06:14 | | I feel leaving he time the way it is - is the fairest way to go. Consider that many of us are transplants from differerent areas who have connections either to the east or west. For half of the year we are on the same time as Vancouver and for the other half it is the same as Alberta. This gives a diverse range of our community opportunity to connect with business, friends and family within their normal living time frame for at least six months of the year. I always tell my Vancouver people--don't complain it's Alberta's turn. Changing it to one or the other is not fairness in a democratic society. So even though I hate when Alberta is an hour ahead because of business and medical appts in Cranbrook I just remind myself that for six months of the year I don't have to worry about it. I feel some comfort in that people I know that re opposed to the way things are are only inconvenienced for 6 months instead of permanently or vice versa.Change is not something that human beings adapt to easily. Can we not put ourselves out a bit to honour the patience of our neighbours who struggle to adjust their lives to accomodate mine. During my struggle with TV shows I just remind myself that I am making this effort for my neighbours as they do for me 6 months of the year. |
| Stuck Between a Rock and a Hard Place | | posted by: daniel | 2011-03-15 08:24:52 | | Goodmorning to you all. Its time to have a change . Lets change with Cranbrook time I hate the way it is now . We miss shows on tv because of the change so why not ? It will be good for Creston it will be something different to look forword to twice a year. Here is for a time change it is time thank you. |
| Stuck Between a Rock and a Hard Place | | posted by: tienna | 2011-03-15 08:15:57 | | I am content staying at the same time all year around. We had to always change the time when I was young in Saskatchewan. What a pain in the... you know. I have a sister in law in Ontario- she is 3 hours ahead of me. When I am sitting down for the evening, she is almost off to bed. Not to mention when I want to phone my mom, I have to stop and think "ok what time is it there"? What a pain! I wish EVERYONE was on the same time. |
| Have You Watched the News Yet? | | posted by: meggie14c | 2011-03-12 01:37:43 | | The extent of my affectedness is having to watch three kids for one more night as their mom is stuck in the Tokyo airport. Invincible, no. Greatful, yes. Thanks for the concern Sis. |
| Have You Watched the News Yet? | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-03-11 23:28:06 | I was glad to hear it too!
Not at all surprising that you hadn't heard about the quake. It occurred when most of us our asleep so unless the first thing you do is turn no the television there's no reason you should've known :).
Of course, the buzz isn't intended as a source of international news. Haha. I do my best to keep you in the loop, though. :) |
| Have You Watched the News Yet? | | posted by: conjc | 2011-03-11 09:16:02 | | Glad to hear Olongapo wasn't on high alert. Guess I shouldn't admit that I hadn't heard anything about any earthquake anywhere. Oops! Too late! Well, that's what the Daily Buzz is for, so I'll know what's going on in the world once in a while. |
| Creston’s Best Singer Top 20 Finalists | | posted by: verngorham | 2011-03-10 16:32:39 | | Excellent question. We had the first Creston's Best SInger contest November 2010. Thus the title was for 2010. I decided to switch the season of the contest from late fall/early winter to late winter/early spring to hopefully avoid all the cold and flu viruses that typically circulate once winter starts to hit. (Thus, it was a quick turnaround for the second show.)At least four of my singers were affected in November 2010 with a virus/sickness of some kind that did affect their ability to sing. Compare that number to the "Audition Contest" we just held Feb 23rd, where out of 26 singers, we had one sick! Thus, it appears the move to a different season accomplished what I wanted. To further answer your question, this will be the last contest for 2011. The person who wins the title will maintain the title until the 2012 contest, which will probably be held around this time in 2012. Great question!!=) |
| I Have Reservations | | posted by: tienna | 2011-03-10 06:45:12 | | I can safely say I won't be making it on Friday. I always RSVP my kids for birthday parties and such. It's like going to the Dr.'s - you don't just show up and expect that you will get in. Making it a point, to make an appointment, is necessary. Also, chronic lateness... Ugh. SO many people have this problem. My mom is one of them. She travels in her own little space bubble.I'd rather people be super early, than a little late. Makes things a bit easier. |
| Pancakes This Tuesday | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-03-09 22:03:38 | | Mmm! When I do make them I make about five times what I'll eat and then enjoy them for a few days. Usually after that I'm ready for a break from pancakes, though. :) |
| Just Because | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-03-09 22:02:48 | | This is true. I don't always start out cheerfully when doing something for someone but it almost always turns itself around to a positive experience. |
| Just Because | | posted by: TammyHardwick | 2011-03-09 07:56:30 | | There is no better way in the world to make someone's day, as well as your own. Have you noticed? It's impossible to be in a bad mood when you're doing something nice for someone else. |
| Pancakes This Tuesday | | posted by: tienna | 2011-03-09 06:38:10 | | I have a recipe -honey pancakes. MMM MMM MMM!!! But I also like a mix that is better than any pancake I have tried out there. Unfortunately I can only get it in the States, and I don't go down very often. I can have pancakes at any time. Breakfast, lunch, supper... I have even had them right before bed too! So tasty!! |
| Pancakes This Tuesday | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-03-08 16:49:24 | Really? It's surprised me, over the years, how I never knew much about the traditions.
My pancakes were excellent! Do you have a recipe for them that you can have? |
| Pancakes This Tuesday | | posted by: tienna | 2011-03-08 06:44:14 | | Fat Tuesday? Never heard the term before... But I definately agree with your friend. It's better to rejuvinate than cut yourself off from the tings you like to do. And pancakes are good just about any time of the day/ night anyday! |
| Creston’s Best Singer Top 20 Finalists | | posted by: verngorham | 2011-03-08 06:16:37 | | Judges are from out of town. There will be three of them. Also, the contest starts at 6 pm, not 6:30 like the past contest. Going to be great night!!! |
| While You Wait | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-03-02 21:43:47 | | Thanks Vern! My pleasure. And I'm sure that eventually I'd like the chance to try out again :). |
| Creston's Got Talent! | | posted by: verngorham | 2011-03-02 14:04:40 | | Thank you for the great story Brian!!! You've captured very well what I want this contest to be about! Its all about the people. . . |
| While You Wait | | posted by: verngorham | 2011-03-02 14:03:01 | | Great writing Kristen! Thank you for your wonderful support of the Creston's Best Singer contest! Looking forward to possibly having you try out again some time in the future!!!!=) |
| We Love Creston | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-03-01 23:05:28 | | And I like you! You leave awesome comments. And, in this one, what great reasons! |
| While You Wait | | posted by: wendy | 2011-03-01 08:53:34 | | The top 20 finalist are online. You can click the bottom of the feature story or at the top of the page to view them :) |
| We Love Creston | | posted by: tienna | 2011-03-01 06:45:02 | | I love Creston- for it's fruit seasons, mild winters (as opposed to Saskatchewan winters), the small town community, the fact that I can walk accross town and back and I don't feel defeated. I like the mountians out my windows, the endless outdoor activities and, I love the "I Love Creston" magazine- keeps me in the loop of what is going on around me. Of course, I wouldn't be typing this to the internet world if it weren't for the magic of Kristen Cook!! |
| While You Wait | | posted by: conjc | 2011-02-28 22:49:19 | | Oh well, I'm happy to know I'm not completely stupid. Bummer, though! Thanks for getting right back to me. Enjoyed the rocker parents column. |
| While You Wait | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-02-28 22:40:38 | | Sorry, yes. This is March's issue. What I have gathered is that the list is going to be available only in the magazine.Ugh. I guess we'll have to wait a bit longer. |
| While You Wait | | posted by: conjc | 2011-02-28 22:32:30 | | Hi -- also waiting. Xcuse my ignorance, but this is March's issue I'm looking at, isn't it? Where do I find the list of 20 singers? Sorry if the answer is completely obvious, and I'm completely oblivious. |
| While You Wait | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-02-28 22:21:34 | | You and me both! :) |
| The Puck Stops Here | | posted by: kimmy | 2011-02-28 06:53:03 | | The cost for drop-in hockey just jumped from $6.00 to $7.25. The puck definately has stopped there for some families. |
| While You Wait | | posted by: tienna | 2011-02-28 06:51:59 | | Waiting, waiting, waiting for the magazine.... As for the weather... Waiting, waiting, waithing for spring to come. :0) |
| Become a Friend of SAMS | | posted by: looking4light | 2011-02-25 14:13:08 | | A wonderful venue and worthy of widespread support. The Snoring Sasquatch is all inclusive and supporters find everyone can find something to enjoy. A great social outlet for the entire community! |
| The Talent is Back | | posted by: wendy | 2011-02-25 10:56:27 | | What a great show. Can't wait for the next one! |
| The Puck Stops Here | | posted by: janegray | 2011-02-25 06:56:17 | | Did you know that low income families and individuals can get a pass at 50% off . all one needs to do is apply, with a signature from a pastor , doctor or other official type person! YOu don't even have to disclose your income.Sunday afternoon the pool was FILLED with young families. It makes me smile! weekdays there are so many seniors , school classes , young moms and babes. I love it ! |
| The Talent is Back | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-02-24 18:38:59 | | I did! It was a pretty good evening, and it was fun to mark the singers. :P |
| The Puck Stops Here | | posted by: hottubkelly | 2011-02-21 17:10:05 | | I agree - thats why we are here - the outdoors. Everybody is concerned about money though - I pay my fair share of taxes too but I do know that its way cheaper to get a day pass here compared to Airdrie for example and I think our place is better - I'm sure it would be the same elsewhere in comparable centres and frankly, I think the people of the Valley deserve something nice for a change. Too bad about having to quit basketball because of cost - I do know we wanted to get a sports night going and looked at renting a school gym but everyone pays $30 an hour - including the rec centre - and we couldn't get enough consistent turnout to get where a few dedicated people weren't paying the whole cost. Hey! sounds familiar - just like family hockey! I certainly agree people and community makes things happen. |
| On it's Way. I Hope. | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-02-21 14:18:29 | | Really? I haven't seen any yet but if robins are out I'm sure spring must be almost here! :D |
| On it's Way. I Hope. | | posted by: kimmy | 2011-02-21 08:49:33 | | On Friday I went for a walk and had to stop and stare. In a big tree I say about 30 robins! I kid you not. This, to me, was a sure sign of spring. |
| The Puck Stops Here | | posted by: meggie14c | 2011-02-21 06:12:32 | | Well, maybe we'll have to take it back to the great out-doors... walking up the mountain, some shinny stick pond hockey, the kootenay lake... Hopefully the seniors will love the new facility and it will help attract forward thinking new families. (Like much needed doctors, say.) We don't need a gleaming new facility to be a community. We do need each other, and maybe a little creativity. ...I'm sorry of the limitations of the costs. Let's not stop there... |
| Watch out for this Little Owl | | posted by: DianeFurlong | 2011-02-20 07:56:59 | | Great to read more information about this cute little bird. We have one that has taken up residence at our place in Canyon. This is the second year we have been able to observe the amazing hunting skills this bird has. Fun to watch when it lands on the top of the telephone pole with a vole almost half the size of the bird itself! |
| Cleanses: Beneficial or Crazy? | | posted by: meggie14c | 2011-02-18 19:17:16 | | Yeah, if I can eat oatmeal and fruit shakes for 5 days and have gross eczema disappear, I can't exactly deny the value of a cleanse. It's a little more challenging when the naturopath prescribes a vegan diet for a year. The mainenance of a healthy diet may be the bigger challenge. |
| World-Wide Outlook | | posted by: meggie14c | 2011-02-18 19:08:15 | | My, what an inspiring sister you have! |
| Cleanses: Beneficial or Crazy? | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-02-18 09:45:31 | | Ah, see, now that makes sense. It sounds like you've endeavored to simply adopt a very healthy diet. That is something I can understand. |
| The Puck Stops Here | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-02-18 09:44:19 | | I don't anything about a walking program but I do know that rates have jumped across the board. It's too bad you had to drop basketball, this is exactly where my concern lies. Thanks for your input! |
| The Puck Stops Here | | posted by: kimmy | 2011-02-18 08:24:15 | | The free walking program isn't free anymore. I quit ladies basketball this year because of the increase in cost. |
| Cleanses: Beneficial or Crazy? | | posted by: DenneAhlefeld | 2011-02-18 08:03:23 | | I am currently on a "cleanse diet". I found I needed to shed a few pounds plus I am lactose intolerant and gluten intolerant. On this new diet I avoid any wheat, dairy, processed foods, sugars, preservatives and excess salts. I am also a quasi-vegetarian, so I only eat chicken, turkey and lots of fish. But I still eat 3 meals a day and have veggies and nuts for snacks. Nothing crazy like drinking juice for 2 weeeks. I have been on it for a month and lost 7 pounds and my allergies are much better. I feel better and look better for it. |
| The Puck Stops Here | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-02-17 21:57:29 | Marvelous comment, thank-you! I would like to admit my percentage was misinformed and incorrect. I apologize. I will, however, stand by my point that the facility is in excess of what we can comfortably afford given our income levels and population.
You do bring up some positive opportunities. I am, again, supportive of any community efforts to increase physical activity. But between the increase to living costs and fees for use I'm not convinced this was a efficient management of options.
Family hockey gave me an opportunity to write about this. It is certainly not exclusive, however, in my opinions. |
| The Puck Stops Here | | posted by: hottubkelly | 2011-02-17 18:46:35 | | I saw your comment and frankly I was upset because isn’t the Rec Centre about families? So, I phoned up the Rec Centre and discovered the Family Skate was a private rental which paid the lowest ice time rate available. The rates did go up for ice but that was for everyone, even us in Minor Hockey and it was about 15% which I guessed was about 7 bucks an hour before tax which now has an additional 7% because of HST. The family hockey group then charged according to how many people showed up so less people equals more money. You need to get more people playing hockey.So then I opened my Leisure Guide and the first thing I see is a write-up on the Leisure Access program. This allows those low income individuals you speak of, a 50% discount off drop-in admission into everything. Everybody 85 years old and over gets in free. (And in Creston, we have a lot…) I flip to page 22 and I see a free walking program. I see a toonie swim (or adults for $3) every Friday on page 11. One thing I do know – I was up there the other day and there are a heck of a lot more people using the place than ever before which tells volumes. |
| The Puck Stops Here | | posted by: wearwithall | 2011-02-16 14:17:52 | | I must agree with your comments on who has been shut out of the use of of our centre due to cost. It seems unfair that we all must pay for the centre but many can not afford the added cost of such a grand facility. Too bad ... |
| The Puck Stops Here | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-02-16 09:04:31 | Tienna, I certainly agree with your last sentence! My issue is not with the fact that necessary upgrades were made.
My concern is with the fact that low-income individuals are no longer able to use the facilities. I feel this could've been avoided had we focussed, instead, on a basic (regulation sized) pool and face-lift. Much of what is provided is simply too great a financial toll on our small community.
Regardless, they are certainly nice facilities now. I simply feel the cost is on the entire community, but only a certain percentage will be able to truly benefit.
Thank-you both for your comments! :) |
| The Puck Stops Here | | posted by: faithson | 2011-02-16 07:55:32 | | It is disappointing to hear that family hockey has ended and that increased fees is the primary reason. Has anyone spoken to RD officials about this? I was looking forward to using the walking track, but cost has prohibited me from doing so. I complained and RD apparently was going to look at the fee structure and hopefully accommodate something like that. As well as encouraging seniors to exercise (thereby lessening the load on the health system), Community simply must foster family activities--this benefits all of us when you view it from a larger perspective. |
| The Puck Stops Here | | posted by: tienna | 2011-02-16 06:42:21 | | Well, I don't know much about hockey and I have never been on the ice here, but I think the new facility is awesome. We use it pretty much every other week (which may not sound like much) but I use to pool to be with my family and it's a way to let go of our stresses. Plus the PhysioWorks is moving in there now so it makes more people be able to use the facilities. Plus the weight room PLUS the kids can have birthday parties booked there... The 'old' facility never had that- and frankley the 'old' pool and 'old' rec center looked quite pitiful for a growing community. |
| Library Nights | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-02-15 21:39:13 | | Mmm. I wish I had more time to invest in reading. I still love the atmosphere when I do visit the library. |
| Library Nights | | posted by: kimmy | 2011-02-15 08:04:49 | | I love going to the library and coming home with a pile of books, magazines, and dvd's, that all offer fresh inspiration and ideas. It also makes me smile to see an adult reading to children all gathered around them in the kid's room. |
| Happy Valentine's Day, I Guess | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-02-14 22:36:49 | | Sounds like fun! Obviously avoiding it hasn't been a great strategy for me either. Haha. |
| Happy Valentine's Day, I Guess | | posted by: tienna | 2011-02-14 07:10:53 | | Avoiding it never helped for me. There were always the little "Be my Valentine" cards everywhere I went. School... Home... from cousins.... Yea. Oh well. Now it is a day for the kids. They get to do the little cards for their friends. Although today, we surprised the kids with a valentines' gift. One of those TY beanie babies from the grocery store. It sure made their morning! Let's see how long it lasts before the stuffie is in the toy bin... :) Happy valentines day! |
| Thanks, Gram | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-02-13 20:08:08 | | There's a Pat Cook in town? lol, no, I don't even know her! |
| Thanks, Gram | | posted by: tienna | 2011-02-11 20:38:21 | | Pat Cook? I groom her dog! |
| Planting on a Dream | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-02-09 19:56:49 | | Haha, Tienna. Seems like we've got about the same resolve when it comes to being a green thumb.And, yes. I am so ready for spring! |
| Planting on a Dream | | posted by: tienna | 2011-02-09 06:49:00 | | I love when the fist spring flowers poke out of the cool soil. I do not have a green thumb.... I get all gung-ho about preparing the garden, seed the plants and water... then it dies off when the neighbourhood cats start using my soil as a toilet. We never really planted anything last year because of it. I love flowers, but have a huge pollen allergy... and I love carrots, but can no longer grow those outside. So I just enjoy the neighbour's gardens without the hassle. HAPPY GARDENING, EVERYONE!! |
| Thanks, Gram | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-02-08 22:18:15 | | Thanks :). Yes, it is. My Dad's Mom. |
| Quilting: It's an Art | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-02-08 22:17:40 | | A patch work teddy bear? Not gonna lie, that sounds pretty complicated! |
| Thanks, Gram | | posted by: tienna | 2011-02-08 07:58:42 | | Wow!! That's deep. I love thinking outside the box like that. Id your grandma's last name Cook as well? |
| Quilting: It's an Art | | posted by: tienna | 2011-02-08 07:55:08 | | Am I ever glad you posted this. PHEW!! I'm not the only one. I have a bunch of beautiful patch work quilts from my husbands' side of the family. (They've got talent!!) I also have a denim patch work blankie from my sister-in-law's family. My sewing machine is having a Time-Out for 6 years now because every time i try to use it, it has a coniption and keeps snapping my needles. Very frusterating, indeed. I am trying my hand at hand stitching a patch work teddy bear for my kids. But it is pathetic. It looks bad... VERY bad. :) |
| Thanks, Gram | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-02-07 22:37:00 | | I know! I don't even consider mine an established name in the area. At least not when you compare it to the Huscrofts, Ryckmans, Truscotts... Families who have helped define the entire area. Definitely an interesting thought. |
| Thanks, Gram | | posted by: kimmy | 2011-02-07 20:04:13 | | There are quite a few families in Creston that have such large and interesting living legacies. Families that have shaped this valley's history. |
| The Summit | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-02-06 19:18:42 | | I have never seen a moose up there! Now that would be a pretty cool experience. |
| The Summit | | posted by: tienna | 2011-02-04 06:39:32 | | I agree - the Summit. What a beautiful place. Perfect for Moose watching, a stroll around a little lake... What a pleasant experience. We sled there in the winter- great fun for the kids... Great work out for the dog. Best part, it may be spring and flowers in bloom down here, in MAY... it's probably still snow covered up there. :0) |
| Retro Cafe | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-01-30 19:48:15 | | Yay for Retro love! Yes, Tienna, it's out that way. Unfortunately, I don't know that it would be great for gluten intolerance. Is falafel breaded? They probably fry those with the fries. That must make eating out very difficult! |
| Retro Cafe | | posted by: ErikaWoker | 2011-01-28 11:18:55 | | Retro's food and atmosphere is excellent! By far the best donairs I've ever tasted!Erika |
| Retro Cafe | | posted by: tienna | 2011-01-28 06:39:21 | | Retro... Is that by the mini-golf place? I wonder if they have gluten free items on the menue? I am very limited as to where I can eat. Any food that has come into contact with wheat or gluten is off limits. Even if poutine doesn't have any wheat in it (per say) if the fries are deep-fried in the same oil as let's say chicken fingers ~ which are breaded~ I have bad reactions. I LOVE to hear about new (or at least new to me) resteraunts, but any cross-contamination may just do me in. Bt thank you very much for sharing! Your experiences are always welcomed here. |
| From the Redneck Girls Like Me | | posted by: KC | 2011-01-28 05:17:29 | | Ours is in the front yard, :( Doesn't the Rec Center usually do a collection of Christmas Trees? I totally forgot about it! |
| Retro Cafe | | posted by: KC | 2011-01-28 05:06:34 | | The Retro has interesting food and a classic 'retro' feeling. I like hearing about the positives of Creston! Thanks Kristen! |
| Cold Pizza on the Kitchen Floor | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-01-27 21:05:48 | | "Maybe I was a dog in a past life." Haha, that would make sense! I do think a lot of it has to do with what you're used to. I needed a break, but then realized I like having other people around. |
| Cold Pizza on the Kitchen Floor | | posted by: tienna | 2011-01-27 07:21:14 | | I don't blame you. I myself love being with other people and I am dependant on other people. (Maybe I was a dog in my past life) I have always lived with someone. I hate being in a house (of any size) all alone.I start being paranoid and my mind wanders then I don't know what to do with myself. Having people around me is definately my idea of fun. |
| From the Redneck Girls Like Me | | posted by: kimmy | 2011-01-26 07:54:37 | | I wonder how many rednecks still have their Christmas tree outside the back door. I must confess, we do. |
| Lovers in a Dangerous Time | | posted by: BIllDyck | 2011-01-25 14:37:36 | | Back to our families favorite game...of lately it is Junior Monopoly or UNO...kids LOVE to play games with the family !! |
| A Man's Best Friend | | posted by: tienna | 2011-01-21 21:16:50 | | Thank you for posting an article on pets! :) I like dogs, cats, horses, gerbils and birds. I only own 1 dog though. Soon we will have two. There are tons of smart dogs other than German Shephards and such. Others include Standard Poodles, Rhodesian Ridgebacks, Border Collies, even Beagles! I LOVE talking about dogs- but I'm sure(as it is now the weekend) you have other stuff you'd ratehr do. :) Now, I volunteer with animal rescue groups and donate my time and money. I encourage people to spay and neuter their pets and I am against cruelty to animals. BUT I also hunt big game. Not for trophy- but rather to put meat on the table for during the winter. I also don't have a problem with feeding snakes and lizards mice or rats. (As long as they are humanely killed before hand)I don't do vegetarian or vegan. That's too over the top for my liking. |
| A Man's Best Friend | | posted by: wendy | 2011-01-21 09:09:19 | | I LOVE all animals. We have 4 dogs (1 big and 3 small), 2 cats, 2 rabbits, 5 horses, 2 ducks and 2 fish tanks. |
| A Man's Best Friend | | posted by: TammyHardwick | 2011-01-21 08:01:05 | | I own one cat, one dog. Have to say hi to every dog I meet on the street, and my new favourite activity is going to the cat room at the PAWS shelter and having fifteen or twenty kitties climb all over me. But I'd say I'm definitely more of a cat person than a dog person. |
| A Forgotten Art | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-01-19 15:31:16 | | Aww, I'm so glad you're passing this onto the next generation! Penpals are awesome, I've had a few over the years. Unfortunately life usually puts a damper on it after a while :( |
| A Forgotten Art | | posted by: BIllDyck | 2011-01-19 14:51:33 | | I am 100% with you on this as it is close to my heart. At several opportunities I encourage our kids to write a note to send, especially to their grandparents. It is a much more personal way of showing those you love by taking the time to sit (this promotes relaxing as well)and write to them. Imagine the joy of them receiving these gems and treasure them in a keepsake box. At 40 something I have encouraged my longtime friend to write as she is living in England. We used to do this while she was in University, we would be faithful penpals. |
| Captured Moments | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-01-18 21:09:36 | | Definitely better then Wal-Mart photos!! It's nice to know that she makes the experience a great one all around. :) |
| Captured Moments | | posted by: WendyFranz | 2011-01-18 15:51:11 | | I agree Cara. Natalie took our family photos also. We had such a great time. We are lucky to have such a talented lady live in the Creston Valley. |
| Captured Moments | | posted by: CaraSteveCampen | 2011-01-18 14:10:34 | | I absolutely love Natalie and her work! From the first time she took our family pictures I knew she would be doing them forever and my children absolutely LOVE her!! I look forward to admiring each picture she posts, whether they be ours, friends, or complete strangers. The detail, the passion, everything about her photos is AMAZING! |
| Captured Moments | | posted by: tienna | 2011-01-18 10:06:04 | | Wow- I had no idea Natalie was so talented. I recognise some of those faces in pictures. Makes Walmart photography so cheap and fake looking. Perhaps I will have to investigate more when picture time rolls around! |
| Monday is a Lame Way to Spend 1/7 of Your Life | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-01-17 20:48:17 | | Mmm. Fair enough. I can see how a degree of organization would be extremely helpful with a family to care for! Cleaning the bathrooms is never fun! I never had to until I was older :). |
| New Year’s Resolutions for our Community | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-01-17 20:42:54 | | Ooh, yes! I don't remember the drop, but what about the Corn Crickers picnic in West Creston?Of course, it's also important to participate in what actually happens. When I tried my experiment I discovered there was more going on then I would've originally thought. |
| Monday is a Lame Way to Spend 1/7 of Your Life | | posted by: tienna | 2011-01-17 14:28:39 | | Cleaning day is usually saturday mornings. We have started to give the kids chores. Why not? Why should (us parents) do all the work?? LOL The kids empty the dishwasher, fold their laundry, and clean their bedoom/ toy room. That leaves us to vacuum, steam mop and the disgusting job of cleaning the bathrooms. Usually dishes are done every day and laundry is done every other evening. |
| New Year’s Resolutions for our Community | | posted by: kimmy | 2011-01-17 08:43:45 | | I think it would be nice to have more community activities and old fashioned fun on special holidays. You know, kids races, puppets shows, ice-cream stands and that sort of thing. Does anyone remember the airplane drop they used to have at Lister Park on Lister Days year ago? As a kid I loved that event! |
The Movie Tivoli Experience | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-01-13 22:09:08 | | Mmm. I don't go often, but every now and then it's worth it. 'Tangled' anyone? :) |
The Movie Tivoli Experience | | posted by: BIllDyck | 2011-01-13 08:42:55 | | We love the theatre...it reminds me of my (Janices) old town theatre in which I went to...nice that our kids can have that same small town community feeling |
The Movie Tivoli Experience | | posted by: tienna | 2011-01-13 08:21:09 | | To be honest, I have only walked by the theatre. Have never been inside. We usually rent the movies when it comes out on DVD or Blue Ray. We heard it's nice and they just put new seats in... but haven't even made it there yet. We have been her over 5 years. |
| Check-out Etiquette | | posted by: tienna | 2011-01-13 08:15:39 | | I know that feeling. Usually with clients. If I make small talk, we end on a happy note. If I meet them again, I often joke about the behavior of my kids, then next time I meet- I often ask if they are following me. THEN anything after that, yes, it's the duck and run. Or if I happen to catch a glance of them staring back at me, I will give a polite smile and turn my head or look down. It's awkward. |
| Local Vet Shares Stories of the Korean War | | posted by: KC | 2011-01-13 04:54:35 | | if only, I cant remove the 'likes/dislikes' but what i did is allow for equalized voting. Now its based on a score, (likes - dislikes) and I removed all of the unsolicited or not-logged-in votes. Should roll a little smoother now! |
| No Peddlers Nor Agents | | posted by: meggie14c | 2011-01-12 00:20:11 | | hmm. Are you raising money to send your sister some prenatal vitamins? |
| No Peddlers Nor Agents | | posted by: tienna | 2011-01-11 10:50:26 | | Good afternoon,Kristen. don't feel bad. I, myself HATE selling things. I figure if some one wants to buy something, they will ask where they could buy it (to support the function).I do some volunteer work for a local cause, and I have been know to tend bake-sale tables or sell raffle tickets... I have even been known to go door to door every now and again... Can't say that I enjoy it and want to do it all the time, but if it is for a good cause, I will try to support it. As for people wanting ME to buy something... Ha ha ha... Well that is 'very' touch and go. If I am strapped for cash at the time when someone wants me to buy something, then I`ll probably say no. It doesn`t matter whether I am entered to win a new car, or someone is selling those YUMMY chocolate covered almonds. AND if I know I can`t buy anything for their fundraiser, I`ll probably empty my change purse to donate to the cause. |
| Getting In Hot Water | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-01-10 20:38:25 | | Ah yes. It wasn't easy. I'd say stupid more then "brave." ;) White Swan is not a resort. They're natural free hotsprings near Canal Flats. Some of the more established ones. |
| Getting In Hot Water | | posted by: tienna | 2011-01-10 15:07:37 | | Hi Ya. YOU ARE SO BRAVE!!! I like camping- but in the winter time? Forget that noise. Where is White Swan Hot Springs?? Is it a resort? We are fimiliar with Ainsworth, Radium and Fairmont... But never heard of anything else around the area. That sounds nice and toasty! |
| I Find It Hard To Believe You're Reading This | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-01-07 19:04:44 | | So true, Tienna! Mini-wars... I'm more scared of the potential for serious ones. Even the technology we've "tamed" scares me a little bit.Not many in our society who don't interact with computers everyday! Also, office evolutions? Sounds interesting :). |
| I Find It Hard To Believe You're Reading This | | posted by: TammyHardwick | 2011-01-07 08:05:14 | | I took my first computer course in grade 11, in 1989. The school counsellors had to force me into it, because I was not interested in computers. Now I'm emailing and blogging and can't survive the day without my computer. I refuse to get the blackberry and iPad, though. BTW, does anybody have one of those huge old cell phones just lying around? We could use one (ONLY one) for our new office evolutions exhibit down here at the Museum. |
| I Find It Hard To Believe You're Reading This | | posted by: tienna | 2011-01-07 07:02:09 | | Amen to that! I remember my dad used to have a record player. I barely worked, but I didn't think there would be anything better than that. Then came CD's. I mean I had casette tapes, and I figured out how to record songs over. My dad's cell phone was HUGE! Now with thses black berries asd iPhones.... We've come a LONG way!! I like the hybrid cars... but the idea of flying cars scare me. (afraid of heights) But I have to say, ihe idea of flying cats doesn't scare me as much as the reality of mini-wars, and the human race destroying our planet. Seriously.... I never thought THAT would be a possibility when I was younger. |
| Local Vet Shares Stories of the Korean War | | posted by: KC | 2011-01-07 06:18:57 | | hahaha, @Tammy, I find that quite funny and yes im re-working the whole 'likie/dislike' options. i will manually correct this one for you :) |
| For Now We'll Dance | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-01-06 22:50:33 | | Ah. But here in Creston we get to live romantic movie ideals. lolSeriously, it was a lot of fun! |
| For Now We'll Dance | | posted by: tienna | 2011-01-06 19:35:09 | | Wha???? I thought those only exist in the movies- that sounds like fun! |
| Four Seasons | | posted by: meggie14c | 2011-01-05 23:54:21 | | phoey--and that's not cuz I don't agree. |
| Four Seasons | | posted by: kimmy | 2011-01-05 07:11:56 | | This brings so many of these pictures to my mind. Yes, we do live in a beautiful valley. |
| Writing This Took a Long Time | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-01-04 17:52:48 | | Haha. I count it among my worst traits. But so hard to change.Feel free to look me up. I'm on the I Love Creston page. |
| Writing This Took a Long Time | | posted by: tienna | 2011-01-04 07:13:05 | | LOL We sound a lot alike. Start something, move onto something else, then something else, then go back to what we were doing.... It's a viscious cycle. I however am a huge procrastinator. It could take me days to write a letter for back home (unless I am realy in the mood.) Perhaps I should look you up on FaceBook. I'm there enough. |
| New Year, New Issue | | posted by: kristenc | 2011-01-03 20:50:33 | | Haha. Sounds kinda like our new years. Except that mine lasted a little later. :) Easter is a little too far away, huh? |
| New Year, New Issue | | posted by: tienna | 2011-01-03 07:10:28 | | New years celebration - Game night with the kids (including Twister, Sorry and multiple Wii games). Kids passed out @8:30 and we passed out @11:25. I came to realise 'my husband and I are getting old'. Our eyes were watering and we couldn't do anything right. MUST BE over tired!And as we come into the new year, my brain resets itself. Take me signing in to read and comment on this site - I had totally forgot what my pass word was and had to get a new one e-mailed to me... I'd be darned if I couldn't even put the new one in correctly... *SIGH* I hope back to work isn't as tough. Easter is a LONG way away. |
| Feliz Ano! | | posted by: meggie14c | 2011-01-01 02:14:24 | | Fire-crackers are illegal here (as advertised by the poster displaying a goulish looking expoded bloody hand). So at midnight we watched 100 illegal fire-crackers go off and walked past the boys in the street lighting what appeared to be giant sparklers... |
| Feliz Ano! | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-12-31 12:31:15 | | That sounds amazing, Tienna! I love almost every sort of cultural experience. Also, I wrote this because I though, "well Tienna enjoyed my last travel story.". Glad you did with this one as well!Y un prospero ano a ustedes tambien, Kimmy! |
| Feliz Ano! | | posted by: tienna | 2010-12-31 07:29:20 | | Wow- That was amazing!! I thank my imagination for allowing me to be of of your story (even if I didn't understand all the words). It inspired me to think of my own family. My husband and I moved from Saskatchewan- but I am Ukrainian... The place we partied at would be FolkFest! Hutzle Hammers (a concauction of 8 different liquors in a 1 oz glass - in 1 swallow!) pyrogies, cabbage rolls, borsch and Kubasa! Talk about filling your face! (And it WAS rude to turn food down - must be an all cultural thing) Oh! And the variety of MUSIC!! I'd give up a whole (work) week to go back to FolkFest- and party at all the different cultures as if it were New Years all week!! |
| Feliz Ano! | | posted by: kimmy | 2010-12-31 07:12:10 | | Prospero Ano y feliciadades! |
| Wanderlust | | posted by: tienna | 2010-12-28 07:17:43 | | Well, If we're only dreaming at this point (Not quite the end of the year yet) And If we came into some money... We wouldn't mind going to Mexico, The Bahamas... Maybe Punta Cana... OOH to dream. I think farthest place we will be going this year is to Chilliwack. We are on a list for a puppy and we are going to pick him/her up. Other than that... It's hard to imagine summertime right now. |
| Cough | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-12-27 12:39:36 | | Mmmm. I like that but I also put lemon juice. |
| Cough | | posted by: tienna | 2010-12-27 09:28:48 | | Sore throat and cough = a mug of warm-hot water with a tsp honey dissolved... It coats your throat and gets rid of the soreness/ scratchies. Helps you sleep too. |
| Your Christmas | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-12-26 08:33:48 | | Thanks so much! It's a bit late to share any more Christmas stories but maybe I'll think a out breaking out some other travel ones.It was nice to be home too, though :) |
| Your Christmas | | posted by: tienna | 2010-12-24 19:12:41 | | Awesome- AWESOME christmas story! If you have anymore - please share!! |
| Your Christmas | | posted by: kimmy | 2010-12-24 09:06:00 | | I am glad you are home. I wish Megan was too. Merry Christmas Kristen! We love you. |
| Let me Take your Wrap | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-12-23 22:14:03 | | Not a bad idea. I've thought about getting a French press... Would that work, 'dya think? |
| Let me Take your Wrap | | posted by: tienna | 2010-12-23 07:35:04 | | I hear ya. I don't understand the whole wine and cheese (Or in my case Whine and Jees)We won't have dinner parties- unless it is just friends and they have young kids like us so we don't do anything fancy.Our space is limited too. Although I do own a coffeee maker.... Maybe purchase one and only use it if you need to. |
| Things to Learn from Christmas Pageants | | posted by: tienna | 2010-12-20 15:12:14 | | Glad you had fun. I was only in 1 christmas church concert. And yes, I was an angel. I think my grandma even took a picture. I look forward to when my kids have their turns. |
| Lighting up Christmas | | posted by: tienna | 2010-12-18 07:26:08 | | We have gone chriastmas lighting before.There's more to see in a city, althought the displays here aren't half bad either. The kids sure enjoy it! I wish we has more around our neighbourhood. |
| Morning Ideas | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-12-16 18:19:28 | | The commercialism can kinda be a spirit killer. Gifts are fun, but shopping can be tough. |
| Morning Ideas | | posted by: tienna | 2010-12-16 06:49:32 | | I have had a hard time getting into the christmas spirit this year. I have bught oodles of gifts from the new toy store down town, and I have gotten everyone bought for.... But I can't get into the mindset yet. |
| Black Tie | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-12-15 21:13:37 | | Sooo with you on hating pantyhose! I quit wearing it when I was thirteen and thought I could do so in the name of feminism. Lol!Just having a couple that fit and look nice makes things so much easier! |
| Black Tie | | posted by: tienna | 2010-12-15 19:50:08 | | I lack in the clothing department. I hate pantyhose, I have 1 dress that fits and I THINK I have a dress up sweater... I'd like to spent $5000 at a clothing store!! |
| Seasonal Scenes | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-12-13 17:23:37 | | I'm so glad you go! I didn't think many people were aware of it or attended. |
| Seasonal Scenes | | posted by: BIllDyck | 2010-12-13 11:05:04 | | Our kids love the Creche display and have made it a yearly family visit. We enjoy adding to our collection of handmade ornaments and manager scenes...a special time to be shared. |
| Deciding by Not Deciding | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-12-12 20:28:00 | | Heehee, Well, thanks anyways Tienna. Your comments always brighten my day!Meg, dramatic. Of course ;) |
| Deciding by Not Deciding | | posted by: tienna | 2010-12-12 17:20:13 | | I have a very poor short term memory- Nothing seems to "pop" out. I am of no use on this post :) |
| Deciding by Not Deciding | | posted by: meggie14c | 2010-12-10 20:39:12 | | Decisions have always been rather stressful for me. Looking back, Im mostly content with mine, but acutally some of the best things I've done is by letting go and just letting the waves carry me. Essentially, soemetimes the biggest decisions are the ones I make every day; about my attitude, how I spend my time, and how I value my relationships. Cuz thats what life is made of. |
| Hunting for Trees | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-12-09 15:20:11 | | I have a red and gold angel too! Great point about the meaning of the season. :)All of my siblings and I have outgrown the handmade decorations, but my Mom is still very much attached to them. So they remain. |
| Hunting for Trees | | posted by: tienna | 2010-12-09 10:43:45 | | We have a fake tree, built in colored lights, decorated with store bought decorations, as well as the kid's projects.(No color theme)I am not a fan of kid's art on a christmas tree, but it is important for them to put it up, and if they are happy, then I am happy. We usually put knick knacks all over the house with a christmas/ winter theme and the tree occupies a corner of the livingroom. We usually put up outdoor decorations by the first snow fall. Indoor stuff and the tree goes up around Dec 15... Although this saturday is the BIG day.As for the tree topper, we have a red and gold Angel. It is, after all, CHRISTmas. |
| I enjoy paper | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-12-08 10:05:29 | | I'm so glad I'm not the only one who believes in the survival of books! Great point on the future of bookshelves. I'd never thought of that! |
| I enjoy paper | | posted by: kimmy | 2010-12-08 09:06:06 | | Imagine a huge bookshelf in someone's home; shelves are empty except a lone kindle and a few memory sticks and camera cards carefully filed in the back corner. All the books and family photo albums are gone! The bookshelf of the future?Can you imagine? |
| I enjoy paper | | posted by: TammyHardwick | 2010-12-08 08:15:50 | | A blanket, a cup of hot chocolate, a purring cat curled up with you (though making it very difficult to drink the hot chocolate, and a good book - what more could you ask for? |
| My Side of the World | | posted by: KC | 2010-12-08 05:58:42 | | I think i did it.. lol :/ Hey on the plus side, it confirms the button works! |
| A Hockey Skate Kinda Girl | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-12-07 10:54:52 | | Hey Karen :). Pretty sure you know I work on Sundays. Suspecting you haven't put together who I am. The Jets are fun, though. Anyone else interested should definitely get out and play.Who's the new goalie? |
| A Hockey Skate Kinda Girl | | posted by: KarenDouville | 2010-12-07 09:17:45 | | Okay - you keep mentioning that you are a hockey player. How come you aren't coming out to play with the local ladies hockey team? We practice once a week and play some games too! We even have a new goalie (which we are very excited about). If you are interested, let me know and I will give you the next ice times coming up. Cheers! |
| Mailbag | | posted by: justin | 2010-12-04 10:16:17 | | Thank you faithson :)The magazine is a little late this month due to problems at the press. It will be out on Monday, December 6... enjoy. |
Snowboarding Morning Thoughts | | posted by: tienna | 2010-12-03 08:41:22 | | LOL I can't get into ANY outdoor sports- Tobogganing is about the fastest I want to go. |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: BIllDyck | 2010-12-02 08:57:15 | | Hey Kristen, like your thoughts in the morning. When I moved back to Creston, I was so excited to be connected with those who stayed or came back to Creston as well. Those friends that you talk to once a year or emailed, but we changed and our life cycles are different, some have kids some not, 20 years later I still like those old friends but it is definately different. At 40 you will still romanticize about the good ol days, when it really seemed less busy and more fun. |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: tienna | 2010-12-02 06:41:40 | | I know exactly where you are coming from. I didn't grow up here- but I sure DO miss my friends I once had. I don't know how to get them back... But PHEW I thought I was the only one thinking like that :) |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-12-01 11:38:08 | | Exactly! Now that's the spirit I like to see. Brilliantly expressed. :) |
| Mailbag | | posted by: faithson | 2010-12-01 09:39:51 | | The December cover is awesome, so beautifully created. Thank you to your very talented artist! |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: TammyHardwick | 2010-12-01 08:14:51 | | I like snow! Okay, driving in it isn't so great, but I love the softness and the silence of those great big fluffy flakes falling. And watching my dog snuffle through it looking for mice, and coming up with snow up to his eyebrows. And chickadees and house finches gathered on the branches of the mountain ash trees, cheerfully chirping at each other and ruffling the snow off their feathers. And bright winter sunshine making snow-covered trees glisten. And...okay I'll stop now. But what's not to like? |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-11-30 20:57:11 | | I just signed up! I'm excited to give it a try. The secret, of course, is to find out what works for you! :) |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: tienna | 2010-11-30 13:03:18 | | I know exactly what you are feeling - kudos to you for GOING to classes. I usually am not so organized. I TRY to do ab-crunches (When I remember) and I also wheeze and sputter when I am doing outdoor activities. BUT I have a secret weapon - it's www.livestrong.com You can record what you eat or drink and record what kind of activities you participate in, etc... it helps me count calories and actually keep track of what excersise I have done, or still need to do. What an eye opener!! It makes wheezing and sputtering something I LOOK FORWARD to do!! :) |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-11-27 22:03:37 | | Yup. It's linked in this post. Smooth, no? :) |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: WendyFranz | 2010-11-27 11:09:37 | | There is an article about it in this month's magazine and on our website "Shear Magic Hair Salon". |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-11-27 08:47:34 | | Yeah, they have a whole salon set up at COTR! It's fun. I think they take clients Thur. Evenings and certain days. |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: tienna | 2010-11-27 08:05:42 | | I have never heard of this- Is it a salon (or salon in training?) I love going to stylists in training (Gotta start somewhere, right?) Was this a one-time thing? Perhaps I could see what creativity they come up with with me. |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: faithson | 2010-11-26 11:28:56 | | Such irony that you lose your cat and we keep having cats appear in our yard. I sure hope you find him!I've had two females show up with baby kittens in the last 3 years...I got the mothers spayed - one mother died 3 weeks after being spayed, and the other survived and now lives with us. Also adopted out 6 of the babies to other folks and adopted one kitten for us. In addition, we still have one feral little boy cat who is dependent on my handouts. Taking care of these animals is taking a big chunk of my senior pension yet the only other option is to let them breed and multiply. Whomever is throwing out cats like this needs to be locked away for life. If anyone would like to adopt this lovable little spayed female cat (she is only 7 lbs and LOVES and CRAVES affection) please respond? She is so easy to please and eats only dry cat food. It's my prayer that she will find that loving home that she so much needs. |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: BIllDyck | 2010-11-25 09:21:05 | | Last night was a blast! Creston does have talent.Just a comment on Catnappers....our cat went missing and we had 2 very sad children who literally cried real tears...and parents too! It is stealing if these catnappers exist (and you know who you are !!)Its like a death to a family. If anyone has had a grey/black (Tan belly) tabby cat recently in the last month appear on your doorstep PLEASE take to Vet in town. He is nuetered and has his bottom tooth missing...ad placed in Advance Paper this week. Thank you |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: KC | 2010-11-25 04:34:20 | | All I can say is WOW! Everyone did an excellent job and like you said Kristen, I wouldnt have wanted to be one of those judges. I think when and if they do another one, it should be for people who have written there own songs too or maybe just different classes (like in car racing etc.) |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: tienna | 2010-11-24 07:06:30 | | Over all the years I had cats- they have been inside. If cats are inside the house, it is highly unlikely they will get stollen. However, if the cat is an outdoor cat, the owners are begging something to happen to their felines. There are many danges including but not limited to being hit by a car, getting chased by a dog, someone 'finding' a kitty and taking it him home for themselves; there are also coyotes... And there are also ignorant people who 'take care of problem cats' -most of those kitties don't end up in someone's barn. (I'll leave the rest for you to imagine for yourself) Bottom line-if you don\t want your cat to disappear, keep them indoors. |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-11-23 21:47:54 | | I'm definitely gonna google Partylite and see what they're about :) |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: WendyFranz | 2010-11-23 10:38:35 | | All of our events in the Buzz are also from crestonevents.ca
Anyone can list events free of charge, they then go on our website, the buzz and in the "out and about" section in the magazine.
It's up the people/organizers to list upcoming events. It's a great way for them to get exposure :) |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: faithson | 2010-11-23 08:31:56 | | It seems odd that with Kristen being a participant, it is not listed in the Buzz! |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: tienna | 2010-11-23 08:18:42 | | I have no problems with Avon. I don't order any makeup or clothing, but most of the products are good. I felt weird ordering and receiving for the first time too, but now I look forward to it. I also enjoy Partylite. |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: WendyFranz | 2010-11-22 22:01:13 | | All of our events are courtesy of crestonevents.ca |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: faithson | 2010-11-22 18:35:41 | | Is this event listed on your events page? |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-11-19 20:22:40 | | There was no "sleeping" or "every night"in that post, thank you.:P |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: meggie14c | 2010-11-19 17:27:36 | | Did you tell your readers you still sleep with your bunny every night...tee hee |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: KC | 2010-11-18 05:50:58 | | brrr, I just want christmas to come then the snow can leave, but I do agree tienna, we gotta have a white Christmas! |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: tienna | 2010-11-17 13:16:03 | | I like the snow - I just hate the cold weather. I would like a white christmas (unlike last year), but it can all GO AWAY after christmas. I LOVE the nice warm sun after a cool bitter winter. Oh yea, also, -10 degrees is the coldest that I like. Anything colder... forget it!! |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: WendyFranz | 2010-11-17 08:55:43 | | I love "We No Speak Americano", it makes me smile everytime I hear it :) |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-11-17 08:32:30 | | Those are both great choices! I'd never heard the Ayiesha one before but I discovered Papa Americano a few weeks ago. It's awesome :) |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: tienna | 2010-11-16 20:30:32 | | I've got a lot of happy songs- I call them my "Feel good music" Everything from country, dance, techno... even Polka... Yes that's right, polka music! Any song/music type that gets my head bobbin', hips rockin' or has got me singin' along - that's MY song!! |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-11-16 17:19:19 | | That's just awesome!"It makes you fat, but we don't care about that!!"Haha |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-11-16 07:05:40 | | Ah man. Well I meant it to be just a link. I could've tried imbedding it.... That's the problem with no "preview". Haha, bear with me :).Thanks for the comment :). It brightened my own morning! |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: KC | 2010-11-16 06:10:17 | | Im really dissapointed that the youtube video didn't come through in the buzz
:(
Great morning wakeup happy song!, I laughed all the way through it this morning. |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: meggie14c | 2010-11-15 22:45:23 | | It's the moment when you watch your cousin break ahead of a pack of pursuers handling the puck or watch your sister make a life-saveing gloves save that really send shivers up your spine. ;p (I made a new account) |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-11-15 20:19:38 | | Thanks for the info, Cameron. That's great!Well, I guess it takes all types. It's true. Ice is cold ;) |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: tienna | 2010-11-15 16:09:41 | | I guess I am a poor sport when it comes to hockey - or skating in general. I don't like the cold arenas, I shiver an mumble to myself and imagine I was anywhere WARMER than the rink. And when my kids somehow talk me into skating, I'm all grumbly about that too. |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: mcameron | 2010-11-15 10:03:06 | | Tim Davis is doing a Thundercat on air report on the most recent game on CIDO 97.7fm after the 9am news. Does a great job too. |
| Creston Valley Thunder Cats | | posted by: KC | 2010-11-12 05:43:37 | | Does anyone know how the Thundercats are doing so far this month? I heard we're having a great season! |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-11-10 19:48:42 | | Thanks so much for your informed (and informative) reply! I'm a little out of the loop seeing I have moved into town. It was interesting getting your perspective from the other way around. |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: faithson | 2010-11-10 09:57:56 | | Unfortunately, our very modern treatment system is undermined by the very old and crumbling distribution system. The amount of chlorine in the water is residual, and is needed to counteract the bacteria in the pipes. We lived in Creston when the water was chlorinated, and now live in Erickson. In comparison, we can't taste any chlorine in our water here, and feel confident that it is safe to drink. We drink it from the tap and love it!However, users who rely on Arrow Creek water should be aware that the RDCK now has no choice but to replace the old pipes, which will be at considerable cost. We will be hearing lots more about this in the near future.I hope that residual chlorine treatment would not be necessary once the distribution system is upgraded. |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: WendyFranz | 2010-11-09 11:00:05 | | Thanks Tammy.If just checked it out... very interesting. |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: TammyHardwick | 2010-11-09 08:02:13 | | Okay, go to www.virtualmuseum.ca and search for Taming the Kootenay. it's an online exhibit on the reclamation that we did several years ago. |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-11-08 21:13:58 | | I bought a bag of carrots too! Best carrots I've ever had, and cheap!Thanks Shannon. I love Christmas craft fairs too! I'm not sure I'll be able to make it to this one, but I've put it on my calander :). |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: shannonnickisch | 2010-11-08 09:12:18 | | Hi,
Writing about Markets, what about Arts & Craft Fairs--Wynndel Community Centre is having their Annual Christmas Arts & Craft Fair on Saturday, November 20th at 5127 Wynndel Road from 9 am to 3:30 pm. There are still several tables left but we are limited to 30. To Reserve a table phone Shannon at 250-866-5570. There is a wide variety of vendors with a Christmas theme: woodworking, pottery, sewing crafts, greeting cards, doggie treats, decorations, cherry chocolates, holiday baking & treats. So bring your friends along and do your shopping early. Lunch, Coffee, Tea, Juice available. Thanks. (Wynndel Community Centre is a Non-Profit Society, this is one of our annual fundraisers.)
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| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: kimmy | 2010-11-08 09:08:46 | | I bought some crunchy, sweet apples and most delicious carrots. So fresh and tasty, and I know where they come from and can support local farmers! |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-11-05 20:50:41 | | Thanks Tammy! I thought, if you read, you would have some valuable insight. Unfortunately your link is broken, but your comment was enlightening none-the-less! |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: TammyHardwick | 2010-11-05 09:13:13 | | Yep, the dikes are the result of attempts to reclaim the farmland. It started in 1883 with efforts to divert the Kootenay River into the Columbia at Canal Flats, and the Alberta-BC Exploration Company began diking in 1892. That attempt failed, as did many other attempts by many other companies, until 1934-1935. That's the short answer. The long answer is here |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-11-04 22:43:18 | | That's awesome! I must say, singing Barbie Girl at karaoke hasn't been among my prouder moments either! :) |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: tienna | 2010-11-04 17:56:18 | | Last time I sang Karaoke was to Barbie Girl with my (now) Brother in law. This was just when my husband and I were dating - way before we got matrried... .So would have been AT LEAST 9 years agoNever again will I do that! |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: KC | 2010-11-04 07:08:16 | | Maybe if I was a better singer.. I think it would be funny to watch though! |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: tienna | 2010-11-01 08:00:04 | | One daughter was a teddy-bear, the other was a clown, and even our dog had a jack-o-lantern bandana on :) My husband and I don't dress up. Call us old farts- but this is a day for the kids. |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: KC | 2010-11-01 07:30:41 | | There was alot more tricker treaters around this year it seemed, I was out of candy by 7pm after being flooded constantly for 2 hrs. Probably 60 kids! All of them were helariously dressed... Good Times! |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-10-28 20:54:02 | | Yeah. It's a shame about those few. However, as someone said to me, "We have to put up with them in passing. They have to live with themselves everyday."Just remember to smile and let it roll, I guess :) |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: tienna | 2010-10-28 07:39:37 | | Your opening sentance sounded like my father in law... sometimes.. I work "with people"...most of them are OK, you you get the one odd duck that can ruin your whole day. |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-10-27 21:12:13 | | Oooh, a white Christmas is so important! I must admit by time spring rolls around I'm usually more then ready. Regarding the hard winter predictions, I've heard the same thing from several sources... |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: tienna | 2010-10-27 21:06:39 | | Don't feel bad about grinning for no reason. I did the same. The kids like tobbogganing and playing in the snow, The new snow on the mountain tops brings big game down lower- so my husband is happy... Frankly, I HATE winter- and this year is supposed to be a doozie. But I say bring on the snow for christmas, and as soon as that's over, 'Common Spring, BABY!!! |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: WendyFranz | 2010-10-26 09:07:35 | | I love going to Kingfisher Books. I sure miss having my office just a couple doors down. Let's not forget about Black Bear Books, great coffee and great gift ideas. |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-10-25 11:05:49 | | Well, Tienna, even crooked comes across as appropriately scary! And that's hilarious about pumpkin seeds. Maybe I should send mine your way :).Kimmy, case in point! I'm glad you all have fun! |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: kimmy | 2010-10-25 10:39:24 | | My mom is 74 and she has a delightful time carving pumpkins with the grandchildren. So you see, even seniors can enjoy this activity. |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: tienna | 2010-10-25 07:55:57 | | We live on a poorly lit street, where barely any kids bother coming. (Too bad, because we give out mit-fulls of candy) I tried to carve pumpkins on a number of occasions. They never turn out the way I want them to. I don't have patience to stand there with slime on my arms and sticky hands. I always have triange eyes and a crooked smile. but PUMPKIN SEEDS!! Ih my! I LOVE pumpkin seeds. If they were readily available with the shells on waiting to be seasoned and roasted, I'd buy a truck full. Never mind the roughage that comes with it. We eat shells and all!!! |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-10-23 23:07:39 | | Oh, I love Gleaners! Makes shopping more of an adventure. Plus, win, win, win. Recycle clothes, save money, promote charities. Although I don't get there much anymore either. |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: tienna | 2010-10-22 20:18:38 | | I like the Gleaners, but I don't get to go there much. Guilty pleasure : to buy big duvet covers or double sized comforter... for the dog house. I also LOVE to buy the kids little toys. |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: KC | 2010-10-21 11:05:31 | | The best place would be to post a topic in the discussion section. But this still works, I will look into it, Thanks for your help in keeping the information relevant, every bit helps! |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: faithson | 2010-10-21 09:50:22 | | Is the comment box the only place to write to the online site? Open Stage at Snoring Sasquatch is advertised as every Friday, yet the date is October 24. It should read October 22? |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: kristenc | 2010-10-20 20:54:21 | | I haven't heard of that last one. I'll have to check it out, thanks! :) |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: tienna | 2010-10-20 20:48:40 | | Balancing rock is too much of an incline for me, but the husband and kids love it. We like to go to summit creek park with the dog. We also go out to Goat River Rd/ Iron Creek. |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: TammyHardwick | 2010-10-20 15:14:19 | | Never happens with a book! |
| Promoting Tourism within the Creston Valley | | posted by: KC | 2010-10-19 10:11:47 | | "should 1 be expected to take time out of her life to help build a business in which i no longer wish to have a part in?"
One should never take time from their day for negativity, and you seem to have a lot of that in your speech.
"i felt ripped off by way of the yearly fee and then given nothing in return, not even a phone call to inform of votes or meetings."
I've been a Member for approximately five years and I've found that you get from it what you are willing to put into it. The Chamber has had some hard times in the past but now they have a fully functional hard working VOLUNTEER board of various successful members from the business community and 2-4 regular full-time employees, (depending on the time of year). I’m not going to try and give you a lesson of the benefits in networking and positivity as it relates to a smaller community business atmosphere, BUT if you show positivity and helpful volunteerism when needed, you’ll find that your business will stand to benefit through the connections and friendships you’ve made.
"the newspaper article can be found in the archives. the item about the map is true"
Although there are some things that will inevitably need to be corrected as time passes. The costs and technology needed to update this information are sometimes unavailable, bus after some enquiries have been updated (to the best of my knowledge).
"some local treasures are not meant to be shared with the world"
The information given to the tourists are based on their enquiries and interests. If John Q tourist stops at the information centre asking for a local waterfall or etc. and they find what they are looking for, the benefits are far greater than the downfalls in my opinion.
#1 The tourist will likely stop somewhere and eat, maybe even fill up with gas, they’re more likely to stop at a convenience or gift shop to fine a token for their memory. POSITIVE CASH FLOW FOR THE COMMUNITY AS A WHOLE
#2 If the tourist found what they were looking for, they are far more likely to talk to their friends, post pictures online, or even blog about it. Thus doing exactly what the tourism side of the Chamber was meant to do, PROMOTE THE VALLEY.
"the falls experienced a substantial rock slide last year, now if tourists would have been there it would have been a gong show."
Granted it would have been unfortunate if someone was there, but this is the risk that anyone takes when going to off-road or remote locations. Don’t kid yourself; there is always a level of danger. That feeds excitement and the enticement that you’re seeing one of nature’s most beautiful things, something that only a few people have seen before you.
As for the accountability, what do you do when the side of the skimmer horns come down? Is an 'act of god' something that someone is accountable for? What if you go fishing and fall in the water, hiking and bang your knee on a rock? Who’s accountable then?
"it also has to be recognized that i am not the only person to have had issues and to place the focus on me (because i choose to stand out a bit) and that all people who have had issue should have the opportunity to speak and be heard. "
No one will tell you not to speak out, and this is the perfect place for discussion.
As a wise man once said,
"What we're saying today is that you're either part of the solution or you're part of the problem " - 1975 M. Bradbury History Man v.
So please be helpful by being positive with suggestions or solutions to help solve any existing problems. As I said above, this is not a forum for closed minded thinking or the tearing of anyone, it is meant for community like mindedness and positive thinking or collaboration to help make Creston a better place as a whole.
Hence the name – I LOVE CRESTON
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| Senior’s Low Income Housing Update | | posted by: dandmh | 2010-10-19 09:41:34 | | Many thanks to the Society for all its efforts to obtain much needed affordable housing for those who can't afford to pay for appropriate accommodation. BRAVO!!! |
| Promoting Tourism within the Creston Valley | | posted by: bcgrrl | 2010-10-19 08:42:12 | | hmmm, interesting??? i have wondered when i would be outed? question, should 1 be expected to take time out of her life to help build a business in which i no longer wish to have a part in? i felt ripped off by way of the yearly fee and then given nothing in return, not even a phone call to inform of votes or meetings. in the time of being a member, i got no help to promote my business, no calls to ask what we do or who we cater to, the ladies on the desk had no idea that our business was even a part of the coc. the only response was a phone call when i refused to pay for another year of membership informing me that our name was passed onto an out of town company that did not even have the intentions of hiring locals for that portion of the project. the newspaper article can be found in the archives. the item about the map is true, 10 roads are either not named or not there, i know, i have driven them many times. the item about the falls/paintings is also true, i drove past the falls to see a car half parked on the road on that curve with their big dogs out making a mess and their kids ripping up and down the old growth trees. some local treasures are not meant to be shared with the world, they are meant to be protected but also for the safety of others, the falls experienced a substantial rock slide last year, now if tourists would have been there it would have been a gong show. someone has to take accountability for what comes out of the coc and what is printed in their books!while this is worthwhile forum, it also has to be recognized that i am not the only person to have had issues and to place the focus on me (because i choose to stand out a bit) and that all people who have had issue should have the opportunity to speak and be heard. |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: KC | 2010-10-19 07:47:40 | | ohh.... I HATE WHEN THAT HAPPENS! nothing more disturbing than when you finally get a chance to sit down, you're exausted, you've had a busy day. All you want to do is relax and free your mind, get entranced by an imaginative existance of make believe.. then Skip Scootch FrEEZE... ARGHHHhh you get up from your extremely comfortable landing pad and frustratingly try and clean or wipe of what you hope is fixable.. Sometimes it works, sometimes not. Regardless the experience is enough to make you love the coming of services like netflix, (which by the way has it's own deep seated problems) |
| Promoting Tourism within the Creston Valley | | posted by: KC | 2010-10-18 01:34:42 | | This line of commenting is both negative and unproductive. The understanding that your comments will be host to some level of credibility is of the upmost importance when dealing in an online atmosphere. But where do we draw the line? It is expected that the I Love Creston commenter’s will use fact filled or positive response etiquette and we also agree wholeheartedly with the right to free speech, but this is only the case when the comments are not libelous or carry organizational and personal defamation mitigated by a perceived anonymity (which is not the case bcgrrl/Korie, wife of a local business owner)
Excerpt from the Law Wiki
"English law has long recognized that a person's good reputation is something that merits protection, and that compensation should be paid by someone who impugns that reputation. A person who is a victim of an attack on his reputation can be financially damaged, particularly if the imputation concerns his professional competence. However, in most cases it is not necessary that the victim show that he has suffered any financial loss: Libel (publication in permanent form) is actionable per se, as is Slander (publication in transient form) when it touches on a person's professional competence."
whole article here
Please keep this in mind that we honor everyone’s opinions but they should be used in a positive and meaningful way. We are not here to serve the purpose of tearing anyone down, we are here to help our community build and strengthen our relationships in any way possible. |
| Promoting Tourism within the Creston Valley | | posted by: bcgrrl | 2010-10-16 08:00:18 | | ok, fair enough, please find out who you think i might be, in fact, find the names and phone numbers of all the people who have left less than glowing reviews to the coc, call them at their homes and make a personal invitation. until that day... |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: faithson | 2010-10-14 08:26:17 | | Re the Kootenay Pass Highway Cam - the MOT in Nelson explained that they turn it off when the men are not up at the summit (May-Oct). Otherwise it costs $300/week for the generator to run it. They are looking at solar power as an option to keep it going through the summer months. Apparently it will be turned on again in October when the guys go back up. |
| Morning Thoughts | | posted by: tienna | 2010-10-13 07:35:51 | | They hide that so that they can catch people who are in the wrong. If they advertized it, that stunt driving is allowed, every one and their dog would abuse it. I mean C'mon if you were driving properly in the first place, you wouldn't get nailed for any stunt driving. Although I am strongly opposed to ANY alcohol in your blood- that's just begging for an accident- and if you kill someone you have to live with that for the rest of your life. That'll sure be fun... all for a couple drinks.... |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-10-07 | | posted by: bcgrrl | 2010-10-08 08:43:42 | | yup, kris sure contributes to us in a positive way, kris lets us know that kris breaks the law onthe road as well as bylaws. that kris is not considerate of other people's time, that kris thinks that being a server...well, i wouldn't want to be kris' taster!i don't think that kris is worth as much as a server, or a service person who comes to my house on time to clean my vents, fix my dryer or sweep my chimney! kris is a blogger, how much is that worth when we can all do this for free...on our own time! |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-10-07 | | posted by: jrosevear | 2010-10-08 09:00:14 | | Obviously if Kris is blogging on I Love Creston, she must have gainful employment...at least I would imagine she does. |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-10-07 | | posted by: bcgrrl | 2010-10-07 01:38:40 | | well, by posting that you almost strive to be late means that i would never take an appointment serious with you. i understand that life is busy but when you make an appointment then hold to it, it is a sign of respect, it shows the other person that they are just as important as you. to arrive late, it shows a lacking work ethic and to an employer, does not show seriousness about the job which will, in turn, keep you from finding gainful employment...but, you also stop for kids illegally jay walking on a major highway so what else could i expect from you? |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-10-07 | | posted by: faithson | 2010-10-07 09:44:50 | | Being late is a habit that some folks carry for a life time. I am always early and it is a token of my respect for others. We would have less reason to complain if we could only respect others a whole lot more. |
| Promoting Tourism within the Creston Valley | | posted by: bcgrrl | 2010-10-07 08:08:40 | | i have had to use the coc building...it's awful! ugly, plain, not the nicest people working the counter, they may fall over themselves for tourists in the summer but are not the same to locals! as for the coc, i found it useless! a member for 3 years and our business got nothing to promote our business, the main focus was on tourism and small business who paid for that building reno be damned! the town maps are wrong (i know, have found 8 major issues) and they promoted the destruction of local treasures such as the sirdar falls and the indian paintings in west creston. they promoted unprotected sites and unsafe highway pullouts. i really enjoyed the posting in the paper a few years back that stated that preference for hiring would go to the disabled or visible minority instead of the most qualified. too many problems to even try to figure out in the coc building! |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-10-06 | | posted by: rogerstuart | 2010-10-06 05:43:05 | | Most people do not come to a complete stop at 4-way stops; instead they are treated as 4-way slow downs. Usually when I come to a complete stop the other guy keeps on rolling through. Perhaps they should be called: "He stopped so I don't have to" intersections. |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-10-06 | | posted by: tienna | 2010-10-06 07:52:16 | | I love 4-way stops. I know what to do, it's those who's turn it is then don't go, then they get mad when I say "Fine- you won't go- then I will"... But I would rather go through 8 4-way stops than 1 stop 4-way yeild sighn. Now talk about confusion. |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-10-05 | | posted by: sandytyerman | 2010-10-06 09:30:27 | | Hi Kris This is a great site. Having trouble reading your morning thoughts.Part of it is cut off on the side. can you send me info on the cost to put my estate dispersal add on this. You can send that info to my Gmail. You will have it as I've been advertizing with I Love Creston. ThanksLove all the info you have on here. Great job!!Sandy |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-10-04 | | posted by: RobMargaretMcDougall | 2010-10-04 02:17:55 | | While we, also, do not agree with parking meters, it is also a fact that people who will park for hours and walk all up and down main street will not walk the extra half block or so from any of the free public parking, whether or not they plug the meter.Even worse, the "it is all about me" people routinely pull into our parking lot, right in front of signs stating registered hotel guest parking only, even when there is available street parking. To add insult to injury, people that are rude enough to expect that we should provide free parking for them on OUR property also seem to feel it is their right to dump their ashtrays, coffee cups, and other assorted garbage for us to clean up.Parking meters and tickets for non-payment may help the Town pay for upkeep, but who helps us? |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-10-04 | | posted by: bcgrrl | 2010-10-04 08:55:21 | | let us not forget the lack of street parking for the ever important 'downtown core' idea. we have had how many parking spots taken away and never replaced? i have to park on cook street lots and have had to use the nasty dirt lot where sunset used to be! they could at least fix the potholes leading into the lot if we are forced to use it! while they are at it...FIX ALL THE POTHOLES! properly, not the crappy town fill in job that they usually do! |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-10-04 | | posted by: faithson | 2010-10-04 08:27:53 | | On a recent visit to Sandpoint, we noted how easy it was to park there...no meters! They are wanting our business. Creston and Creston businesses need to take note of this. Creston is just not a shopper friendly town.We who live here are not the only ones who are fed up with the parking meters. Visitors and tourists express surprise and disagreement also.It would be interesting to know the rationale at Town Hall for continuing with parking meters. Putting a loonie into the shopping cart is a major inconvenience, and makes me want to shop elsewhere. The store must lose a lot of money on carts if the benefit of charging for them outweighs the cost of losing customers. |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-10-04 | | posted by: bcgrrl | 2010-10-04 07:42:23 | | how many parking meters do not work!?! i have plugged quarters into a few (outside jimmys, by the advance, one by the legion) machines and surprise! you are rewarded with no time...i find myself going to these meters because i can't wait to get a ticket on a meter that doesn't work! |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-10-01 | | posted by: janjan | 2010-10-01 01:41:10 | | I don't know if I want to be you the next time your being served at a local restaurant, I have a college education and still realize that at anytime I could be without a stable career and may need to take a service industry job!You have to realize and take a look at who is working in these establishments, not just teens looking for pocket money, but Mothers and fathers trying to feed their family,as well as retired citizens trying to supplement their often meager allowances. I have to say your comments surprised me, shame on you! |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-10-01 | | posted by: faithson | 2010-10-01 09:36:39 | | BC should be on par with the rest of Canada. Think about the BIG picture! We all pay when others have to live below poverty level. Start with health care, social problems, etc. The problems of one family soon belong to the larger community. |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-10-01 | | posted by: chadw | 2010-10-01 09:03:12 | | Minimum wage- BC has not increased it's minimum wage in over a decade. Some people dont have the option of going back to school or getting required training to make more money, are they suppose to just try to make it by their entire lives balancing on the poverty line? Imagine trying to raise a family on 64 dollars a day. Think about the cost of everything today compared to 10 years ago. A bottle of pop is over 2 dollars, a pack of gum has doubled in price,nevermind gas prices, rent and everything else, oh yeah and then there's HST. |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-10-01 | | posted by: tienna | 2010-10-01 07:13:52 | | Minimum wage jobs- I started at $5.50 or something. $8.00 that's not bad. Sure bump it up a bit - with the HST who can afford anything on minumum wage??? |
| Sharing the bounty | | posted by: bcgrrl | 2010-09-30 08:07:06 | | great program! keep up the great work, i enjoyed meeting people last year, everyone was upbeat and feeling good about the good they were doing! alexandra is a wonderful coordinator and deserves all of our appreciation for feeding the people and not the bears! |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-09-30 | | posted by: bcgrrl | 2010-09-30 08:04:27 | | jjmac, thank you! not only are these kids running out into traffic, equal idiots are slamming on the brakes for them! that is a major highway, not a side street and i don't think people would be happy that a through-way for hundreds of working |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-09-30 | | posted by: wendy | 2010-09-30 09:30:28 | | I hate going though town when it's lunch time at PCSS. 9 out of 10 times I have kids darting out in front of me or crossing when I have the right away. I think we should move 7-11, Broaster House and DQ to the other side of the Street... it may save lives! |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-09-30 | | posted by: KC | 2010-09-30 09:21:50 | | @jjmac, you are so right, the excuse of 'not long enough for lunch' is simply not good enough. OBEY the law! @tienna, any chance you can forward both of those emails to me - and I will get it sorted. |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-09-30 | | posted by: jjmac | 2010-09-30 08:41:54 | | I found this article ridiculous. Encouraging young people to break the law to j-walk is irresponsible and dangerous. Those laws are there to protect the people walking and protect the drivers. The laws have been written so everyone knows what is expected of them to keep their fellow citizens safe and prevent drivers from a lifetime of guilt from hitting someone. I agree completely with the previous posted comment. Pack a lunch (like I did when attending these Creston schools) if you feel you do not have sufficient time to go home for lunch. Yes, not stopping while someone is following the law and waiting at a crosswalk is rude and inconsiderate. I commend everyone who follows the traffic rules in this town and thank them for thinking of my safety. |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-09-30 | | posted by: tienna | 2010-09-30 07:47:28 | | First of all, people who use cross walks are "being safe" (at least that's what we tell our kids). The odd time or two, I will blitz across the street when the traffic has slowed down. Second - if the high school students have such a short time, they should bring bag lunches or eat at their own school cafeteria. (I always had to)Third- I would think it's neet to have "Bear" around. I would put a fence around my property, and have a fruit tree or two on the other side of the fence for "Bear"Last but not least, I am receiving the BUZZ twice in my e-mail box per day. I really don't need to read it twice- thinking I missed something the first time. Thanks! |
| From the Mayor’s Desk | | posted by: bcgrrl | 2010-09-27 07:59:42 | | will this rural policing initiative prepare this town for the departure of the rcmp when their provincial contract is up? more policing is not better, especially when we see interest groups re writing the laws, if they want .05 to be the new legal low, then implement it fully instead of giving these judge |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-09-24 | | posted by: EmmieRoelofse | 2010-09-24 02:14:40 | | Hi KrisEverytime you want to think of a thought that is unnessasary just think - bag it - tag it file it and push it right out of your brain! I love the web version! |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-09-24 | | posted by: tienna | 2010-09-23 22:22:30 | | I'm with you on useless facts. I still have dreams of being in high school (12 years ago) and I am late for a class, but I don't know which one I am supposed to be in and all my books are in my locker, but I can't remember the combination lock... ETC. Those memories may still come in handy for you. Everything happens for a reason! |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-09-23 | | posted by: tienna | 2010-09-23 22:14:59 | | I get all sorts of *blanks* Oh well. I think they burn it and stand the opposite way the smoke is blowing. |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-09-24 | | posted by: beezus | 2010-09-24 08:01:51 | | I don't think you can ever fix the problem of useless facts in your memory. Look at it this way....be blessed that you don't have Alzheimers or had some sort of brain injury that caused you to have no memory at all. |
| Kris' Daily Thoughts - 2010-09-23 | | posted by: jrosevear | 2010-09-23 08:12:34 | | Yes, I have often wondered how the siezed drugs are disposed of. I once saw a clip from the media showing many pounds of marijuana being burned (huge campfire sort of deal). Not sure how the mass amounts of "pot" fumes in the air were dealt with though. |
| From the Mayor’s Desk | | posted by: StephanLacoursiere | 2010-09-21 00:54:34 | | excellent idea...this is a great step toward a safer valley...keep moving forward |
| PCSS Student Brings Home the Gold | | posted by: BettyMarzke | 2010-09-21 06:56:18 | | Lexi,Congratulations on your many achievements. I hope to hear more from you soon. Well done. |
| Mailbag | | posted by: KC | 2010-09-21 00:47:56 | | Can't wait for next month~! |
| Mailbag | | posted by: KC | 2010-09-21 00:23:22 | | Looks great Kris! |
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