Volume 4 Issue 16 April 20th - April 26th, 2012 INSIDE Horoscopes … .. Ask Nellie … … ... Crossword … … .. Sudoku … … … … Cryptograms ..... Classifieds… … .. Recipe… … … … . Pg 2 Pg 3 Pg 4 Pg 5 Pg 5 Pg 6 Pg 8 Scan me! Use your smart phone or tablet to scan this QR code! Isabelle Rochas shares some of her joy in gardening and the secret to finding peace and relaxation through growing healthy food. You can read about Isabelle’ s gar- dens on page 7. Local Food, Local Value Your weekly horoscope has moved! This week brings a few changes to the layout of The Highland Heart but all your old favorites can still be found inside! Your Horoscope is on page 2 and we’ ve made even more space for articles! Horoscope Inside & More These days it is 'trendy' to buy sec- ond hand or to otherwise re-use/ recycle, but when I a little girl it was just common sense and fun, like treasure hunting. Today parents and grandparents bring their kids to the dollar store to stretch their allowance dollars, but growing up in Calgary, my par- ents brought me to flea markets. In those days, flea markets were a treasure trove of beloved objects that people were able to part with, or sometimes 'dealers' who loved nothing better than picking up treasures cheaply and re-selling them. I remember walking through a permanent flea-market ware- house, thinking, these people must love what they do, because they are basically sitting around a grungy warehouse all weekend. Now a days, the markets are full of vendors selling new wares that they have picked up for a steal some- where, some of the magic has gone. In my youth, flea markets were great opportunities to turn your old stuff into cash. When I was 12 years old, my mother and I rented a table at a flea market, (since I be- lieved that I was 'grown up' and that it was time to sell my treas- ured dolls and toys). My favorite doll 'Thumbelina' was sold (with I am sure with a tear in my mothers eye). It was 14 years later, while at a yard sale, that I was able to pick one up and it became the favorite doll for my little daughter Beth (see photo). My mother and grandmother loved shopping in the old (6th avenue) district of Calgary which at the time was full of second hand shops (it is now a cool, artsy shopping district, which is fun in its own way). I loved those trips, rooting around the shops, looking for a piece of cloth- ing, maybe even a pig figurine for my collection (also sold at the flea market). The bonding experience was magical and the lessons learned valuable, as my grand- mother is an expert 'treasure hunter.' Fast forward to my days in Edmon- ton as a young mother. I will never forget the abundance of yard sales and how I dragged my little boy Adam (only 2-3) around from sale to sale on Fridays. He was a sweet, quiet little boy and I fondly remem- ber that one time we were in a crowded garage and I heard his little voice pipe up from below, “ ..'scuse me”as he tried to maneu- ver through the crowd. That is a memory I will treasure forever, amongst the other many treasures that I picked up and still have from those yard sale days. I have always had a love for dolls and toys (and still do). It turned out that during my yard sale travels I was accumulating quite a stash of collectable toys. One year I decided to rent a table at a large antique show in Edmonton, and had a great time finding homes for my treas- ures. Sometimes I was selling to another dealer, but just as often, I was talking to someone who just wanted to relive their childhood and reconnect with a lost toy (much like my Thumbelina). Not only was the experience fun, but I got to turn my purchases into cash and go buy something that is now proudly displayed in my store downtown (an antique child-size clothes wringer). I have been back in Nova Scotia going on 13 years and have added to my collections either through auctions, antique stores, flea mar- kets, yard sales or shows (plus the odd sewing collectable purchased on Ebay). A few weeks ago I was in Halifax second hand shopping and found all sorts of 'goodies'. A stoneware set of plates (18 in all and not made in China), a watercolour print, a huge pile of summer reading, a beautiful wooden lamp that just needs a simple shade, shoes, spring shirt and a 'new' designer purse. To sum up, nothing beats owning a piece of history or giving an object a second life. How cool is it, that my life long love for treasure hunt- ing has turned into something 'trendy' that will help our planet. By Kim Braun, Harbour Quilt Company LIFE OF A 'SECOND HAND'JUNKIE
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These days it is 'trendy' to buy sec-
ond hand or to otherwise re-use/
recycle, but when I a little girl it was
just common sense and fun, like
treasure hunting.
Today parents and grandparents
bring their kids to the dollar store
to stretch their allowance dollars,
but growing up in Calgary, my par-
ents brought me to flea markets. In
those days, flea markets were a
treasure trove of beloved objects
that people were able to part with,
or sometimes 'dealers' who loved
nothing better than picking up
treasures cheaply and re-selling
them. I remember walking through
a permanent flea-market ware-
house, thinking, these people must
love what they do, because they
are basically sitting around a
grungy warehouse all weekend.
Now a days, the markets are full of
vendors selling new wares that they
have picked up for a steal some-
where, some of the magic has
gone.
In my youth, flea markets were
great opportunities to turn your
old stuff into cash. When I was 12
years old, my mother and I rented a
table at a flea market, (since I be-
lieved that I was 'grown up' and
that it was time to sell my treas-
ured dolls and toys). My favorite
doll 'Thumbelina' was sold (with I
am sure with a tear in my mothers
eye). It was 14 years later, while at a
yard sale, that I was able to pick
one up and it became the favorite
doll for my little daughter Beth (see
photo).
My mother and grandmother loved
shopping in the old (6th avenue)
district of Calgary which at the time
was full of second hand shops (it is
now a cool, artsy shopping district,
which is fun in its own way). I loved
those trips, rooting around the
shops, looking for a piece of cloth-
ing, maybe even a pig figurine for
my collection (also sold at the flea
market). The bonding experience
was magical and the lessons
learned valuable, as my grand-
mother is an expert 'treasure
hunter.'
Fast forward to my days in Edmon-
ton as a young mother. I will never
forget the abundance of yard sales
and how I dragged my little boy
Adam (only 2-3) around from sale
to sale on Fridays. He was a sweet,
quiet little boy and I fondly remem-
ber that one time we were in a
crowded garage and I heard his
little voice pipe up from below,
“..'scuse me”as he tried to maneu-
ver through the crowd. That is a
memory I will treasure forever,
amongst the other many treasures
that I picked up and still have from
those yard sale days.
I have always had a love for dolls
and toys (and still do). It turned out
that during my yard sale travels I
was accumulating quite a stash of
collectable toys. One year I decided
to rent a table at a large antique
show in Edmonton, and had a great
time finding homes for my treas-
ures. Sometimes I was selling to
another dealer, but just as often, I
was talking to someone who just
wanted to relive their childhood
and reconnect with a lost toy
(much like my Thumbelina). Not
only was the experience fun, but I
got to turn my purchases into cash
and go buy something that is now
proudly displayed in my store
downtown (an antique child-size
clothes wringer).
I have been back in Nova Scotia
going on 13 years and have added
to my collections either through
auctions, antique stores, flea mar-
kets, yard sales or shows (plus the
odd sewing collectable purchased
on Ebay).
A few weeks ago I was in Halifax
second hand shopping and found
all sorts of 'goodies'. A stoneware
set of plates (18 in all and not
made in China), a watercolour print,
a huge pile of summer reading, a
beautiful wooden lamp that just
needs a simple shade, shoes, spring
shirt and a 'new' designer purse.
To sum up, nothing beats owning a
piece of history or giving an object
a second life. How cool is it, that
my life long love for treasure hunt-
ing has turned into something
'trendy' that will help our planet.
By Kim Braun, Harbour Quilt Company
LIFE OF A 'SECOND HAND' JUNKIE
Aquarius (Jan 20-Feb 18)
It is important to realize when tothrow in the towel. Some thingsare just not worth your time, effortand money. Move on!
Pisces (Feb 19-Mar 20)
Don’t allow experiences from thepast cloud your judgement andlead you to rash decisions. Thinkcarefully before reacting.
Aries (Mar 21-Apr 19)
Don’t settle for a stream whenyou can have the ocean. Allgoals can be reached with hardwork and dedication.
Taurus (Apr 20-May 20)
You can learn from your mistakesif you take the time to admit them.Everyone will benefit, includingyourself.
Gemini (May 21-Jun 20)
A friend will be in need but tooproud to ask for help. Pay atten-tion to all the clues and be sup-portive.
Cancer (Jun 21-Jul 22)
Push away those winter blues bystarting new projects. Get outwalking, gardening or sprucing upyour place.
Leo (Jul 23-Aug 22)
Now is not the time to investenergy and emotions into newprojects or relationships. You’llbe disappointed in the end. Wait.
Virgo (Aug 23-Sep 22)
It may be tempting to overspendthis week. Try to concentrate onneeds and not the wants or you’llregret your financial decisions.
Scorpio (Oct 23-Nov 21)
It may feel like nobody recog-nizes your hard work at school,home or the office. They do.Keep up the good work for greatrewards.
Sagittarius (Nov 22-Dec 21)
Don’t get overwhelmed with extraresponsibilities this week withwork or school. Stay organized,positive and don’t procrastinate.
Capricorn (Dec 22-Jan 19)
It is probably best not to ask forthe truth if you are not preparedto hear it. Let things settle for aweek or so before enquiring.
Libra (Sep 23-Oct 22)
Keeping up an appearance willcause you more tears than ac-cepting reality. Friends will ac-cept ‘you’for being you.
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YOUR WEEKLY HOROSCOPE
Nellie,
I really like your section in The Highland Heart. You are funny sometimes and always
seem sincere. I have a problem. I am 16 years old and found out this morning I was preg-
nant. I saw your paper in the hospital cafeteria and thought why not, maybe Nellie could
help me! I am really scared to tell my parents. My father is going to kill me. I am a very
good student and I know I will be embarrassed to go to school. I am not old enough nor
have the money and ability to look after a baby. I am scared to ask my Doctor this be-
cause she knows my parents very well, do you know if I am old enough to have an abor-
tion without my parents' permission? Can I give up the baby or could my parents force
me to have it and keep it? Nellie, I am so worried. Please help me as soon as you can. I
feel like I have nobody to talk too.
Your fan, S.L.
Dear S.L,
I am so sorry to hear about your situation. Teenage pregnancy can be very scary
especially if you feel like you have nobody to talk to. I was not exactly sure how to answer
your question. I wanted to give you the best advice I could. In doing that I called The
Termination of Pregnancy Unit in Halifax (902-473-7072) and asked for some information
for you. Firstly, there is no legal age of consent to have an abortion in Nova Scotia. This
means that if a girl understands the situation she is in and is aware of the consequences of
the medical procedure, she can consent to a therapeutic abortion. The first step is to see
a family physician and talk to them. They will then make a referral to the TPU in Halifax.
The Provincial Health Plan in NS covers the cost of abortions at hospitals up to 15+ weeks
based on ultrasound results. Therefore you should make your appointment to speak with
your physician as soon as possible, if this is the route that you chose. Legally, your par-
ents can not force you to either carry the child nor can anyone force you to abort the
pregnancy. It is your decision. The lady at the TPU did say to feel free to call anytime if
you had any questions.
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My intent in this article is to
contribute to the awareness of
our food choice; to raise ques-
tions, make us think about the
things that we see every day but
never really think about.
It is said that plant are harvesters
of light. From the scientific point
of view, the process of harvest-
ing the light that creates matter
is called photosynthesis. In
more alternative circles we hear
about the practice of people
feeding from Light energy. In,
yet more alternative form of
thinking, it is thought that the
destruction of our land and food
vitality, by today’s practices, is
another process to awake hu-
man ability to feed from light-
energy by elimination of the
need of plant and animal matter.
We are more and more often
becoming aware of the environ-
ment in which plant photosyn-
thesis takes place is as important
as the soil environment itself.
Just as we have learned that our
body is not only affected by
what we eat but what we think,
we have also observed that
plants are affected by their envi-
ronment; including the ’health’
of the environment in which
they grow. So if the growing
environment is an environment
of indifference, poorly cared for
and full of destructive thoughts
and constantly worked at in a
hurry to get it done - the ques-
tion is: how much this is trans-
ferred into the plant, and there-
fore the food we eat?
This past winter I met a person
who farmed a family land by
simply reading the instruction on
fertilizer bags. In complete con-
trast to that person, in February,
Dr Shiva Vandana was in Anti-
gonish. She is a world-known
advocate for world-wide fair
farming practices. She talked
about small scale farming being
a knowledge based, because a
small-scale farmer main task is
to feed the soil workers (worms,
fungus, balance of life soil) and
the pollinators, the bees, insects!
Another question is - which form
of thinking do you want your
farmer to follow, working by rote
and instruction or contributing
to an environment that creates
the ideal environment for
growth and health?
The farmers, vegetables produc-
ers, home and backyard garden-
ers are our local food supplies, in
our county they are small scale
but generate a tremendous
source of valuable, trustworthy
and healthy produce right in our
own backyard. The people I have
met, farm with a deep connec-
tion with the land. They are in
harmony with themselves, and
with the natural world. When
they are doing their work, they
would mostly hold thoughts of
harmony and dedication for the
land. Myself, for example, I am
in awe of how positive my work-
place is - being in the garden,
amazed by the beauty I am sur-
rounded by, and all the potential
I contribute to. I am overjoyed
when in my garden a place de-
void of worries and stress, a
place where my energy is always
flowing, I see myself as an in-
strument to creation that is be-
yond my own personality. To
me, gardening is a celebration,
of life, of the land. I am grateful
for the chance to contribute to
the earth and humanity in a way
that generates peace and health.
To conclude our time together
of pausing and thinking about
the choices we make in food
sources, I have two more
thoughts.
Let think about our connection
to the land. There is a value that
guides my actions: What you
give energy to, you strengthen.
If I give energy to the food that
is grown on the land I live on, I
strengthen the vitality of the
land and the food I grow.
By eating carefully grown food,
tended lovingly and raised as
part of the community, you not
only strengthen yourself but
those who share in the bounty
you create.
By Isabelle Rochas, Lafrayere Gardens Vegetable Shares
LOCAL FOOD, LOCAL VALUE
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ADVICE FROM NELLIE
Now, after that being said, I
have to share a story with you.
A very, very close friend of
mine got pregnant when she
was 19 years old. She was in
university and was the apple
of her father’s eye. She was
scared to death to tell her
parents and ended up having
an abortion with nobody by
her side, not even the father
of the baby knew she was
pregnant. Like any medical
procedure, there are always
risks and she was told by the
physician that the procedure
may result in her not being
able to carry a child to term
again. She went ahead with
the abortion and to this day
has been unable to have chil-
dren. She regrets both the
decision to have the abortion
and to not have spoken with
her parents. I would hate for
you to go through something
similar to what my friend went
through.
My personal advice to you
would be to sit your parents
down and tell them the truth.
I can promise you, your father
is not going to kill you. He
will be hurt and disappointed.
Most likely will yell like a mad
man, but he will not kill you!
Let them know what you want
to do. Listen to their advice.
Something they say may
make sense to you and you
may choose a different op-
tion. There is always adoption
to think about. Remember in
the end, YOU and YOU alone
have to not only make the
decision but live with it. You
owe it to yourself to hear all
possible solutions and that
means listening to what your
parents have to say.
You felt you were mature
enough to get involved in a
sexual relationship now you
have to be mature enough to
deal with those consequences.
You can handle anything
thrown your way as long as
you know your options. Be
strong and know there are
people to help you regardless
of your final decision.
Best of luck to you S.L
Your friend, Nellie
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