05 September 2010
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11/09/2010 03:32
Reader Bits ’N Pieces
Check this out. St. Albert has been bettered.
Just thought you might like to hear this one. I wonder how much the taxpayers are on the hook for? I imagine Allied Chemical had a hand in the financing of that one.
Joyce Boutette
St. Albert
SINC SAYS:
Bettered, eh Joyce? Did you notice it only cost half as much as $ervu$ Place?
READER RESPONSE:
Hi Don:
I think you are playing with fire when you published the article re Amherstburg building a complex for well under what St. Albert "accomplished."
If some of the present council members are re-elected and the city administration see what can be done for a lot less money - might they consider tearing down $ervu$ Place and rebuilding for a lot less than the aforementioned complex? Anything to retain being "Number One".
George Proulx
St. Albert
SINC SAYS:
Gee, George, do you think?
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Thank you, Don,
I have been catching up on my online news today. : )
Velvet Martin
St. Albert
SINC SAYS:
You’re welcome as usual Velvet.
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Hi Don:
I don't know if this will be interesting to enough of your readers to make posting it worthwhile. You decide, please, Don; I'm fine either way.
Deanne Doucette
St. Albert
SINC SAYS:
It sure is interesting Deane. Watch for it in an upcoming issue.
This Week's Groaner!
Comes to us from UK reader Norman Hadland. Thanks for the chuckle Norm!
Around midday, the two chickens are back and looking quite annoyed. One leans over to the librarian and says,' Buk Buk BuKKOOK!' The librarian decides that the chickens want another three books and promptly gives them some more. The chickens leave as before.
About an hour later the two birds march back in, approach the librarian, looking very angry now and nearly shouting, 'Buk Buk Buk Buk Bukkooook!'
The librarian is now starting to get worried about where all her stock is going. She decides to give them more books but also to follow them and find out what's happening.
She followed them out of the library, out of town, and into to a park. At this point, she hid behind a tree, not wanting to be seen.
She saw the two chickens throwing the books at a frog in a pond, to which the frog kept repeating,
"Rrredit Rrredit Rrredit..."
WEBBITS
11/09/2010 03:32
Too Many Commercials At the Movies?
11/09/2010 03:32
All right, I confess. I don’t go out to the movies any more.
The last movie I saw was here in town in about 1989.
The volume is way to loud for my ears, so I quit going.
That and far too many commercials running before the feature film.
I don’t pay to watch ads, thank you.
And neither does a lady in this yarn.
She sued the theatre.
Just How Good Are UK Doctors?
11/09/2010 03:32
If you don’t live there it won’t be much of an issue with you.
But if you do, it will grab your attention.
11 individual doctors misdiagnosed a patient who has cancer.
They told her it was pains from her period. They told her is was indigestion.
Now they’ve told her that she’s going to die.
The Hazards Of Corn Versus Global Warming
11/09/2010 03:32
Direct from our “believe it or not” files come this yarn from Kentucky.
A farmer there grows feed corn on his property.
But he claims it is so hot, the corn is popping right on the stalk.
Scientists don’t necessarily agree though.
Pass the butter please.
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10/09/2010 05:30
World Habitat Day Upcoming October 4
Hi,
On Oct. 4, Habitat for Humanity will join efforts around the world to mark World Habitat Day - a day the United Nations has set aside to call attention to the dire need for affordable, adequate housing. I'm reaching out to ask if you and your readers would help raise awareness about the global need for decent housing by posting about it on St. Albert's Place On The Web - "Your Internet Daily".
I've put together a microsite with facts, videos, photos, banners and even a way to submit your own photo to the World Habitat Day Photo Wall, so please feel free to repost any of it:
http://worldhabitatdaynews.org
If you are able to post about this, it would really help spread the message of the housing need around the world and ways to help improve many lives. Please let me know if you have any questions and if you are able to help.
Thank you so much.
Liza Peiffer,
On behalf of Habitat for Humanity
www.habitat.org
SINC SAYS:
Liza, SAP is always pleased to help out groups like yours, so I embedded one of the videos on your site as well. Good luck with your special day.
The Things Our Readers Send Us
WEBBITS
10/09/2010 05:30
* Best schools in Sweden’s far north: survey.
* Former Madam’s 911 Call Lands DA In Jail.
* Deputy who arrested Mel Gibson sues own department.
* Market For Make-Believe Items On The Rise For Networkers And Gamers.
* Para-sailing woman impaled on umbrella after being swept along beach.
Berlin’s Tours Are In The Dumper
10/09/2010 05:30
If you’ve never been to Berlin, you’re in for a treat.
Now you can visit Germany’s major city and get of taste of real life.
Well, maybe you won’t want a taste, but it is different.
They now feature tours of Berlin’s crappers.
Yep, the toilets of Berlin are now a tourist attraction.
Honest folks, I don’t make this crap up.
How Europeans Spot An American Tourist
10/09/2010 05:30
No wonder, then, that Europeans can spot American tourists in a heartbeat.
If only there were a way that well-intentioned Yankees could somehow come to appreciate why it's so difficult to blend in on their trips to the Old World ...”
Details here.
Finally, A Restaurant That Bans Screaming Kids
10/09/2010 05:29
Back in the days when I use to frequent restaurants, and airliners too, nothing was worse than being seated next to a screaming kid.
I know, I know, one should be tolerant of children, but some days enough is enough.
A North Carolina restaurant has banned such kids by posting signs outside.
And it has increased their business too.
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09/09/2010 03:24
Our Reader Mail Bag
Yesterday, I picked up a copy of a free magazine published for Edmonton and area (Alberta, Canada). It is titled, "SOS Children's Safety Magazine" with topics on Peer Pressure".
I feel it is excellent reading material that is applicable to most groups promoting advocacy of family-centred care. It offers a website: www.soskids.ca and toll-free contact information to request a copy of the magazine: 1-866-456-6515.
The magazine discusses highly significant issues, including suicide. I was troubled by statistical documentation revealed: "7% of female youth and 3% of male youth in BC reported making a suicide attempt".
These are sometimes taboo subjects so this may be a good starting point to discussion of serious, relevant issues within families and society.
Velvet Martin
St. Albert
SINC SAYS:
Seems to me that a free magazine is a great way to stay informed on an important aspect of society, Velvet.
An Interview With Candidate Cam MacKay
Part two:
If you want to know more about Cam and his views, this video will help. Cam says. “I wanted to give the average person an idea as to what I stand for and an opportunity to get some questions answered that they may have. Additionally if anyone has a question they want answered, they can ask and I'll respond by video.” By the way, any candidate is welcome to have a video featured here, but to date, Cam is the only one to take advantage of the opportunity.
Welcome To Live Chat
09/09/2010 03:24
WEBBITS
09/09/2010 03:24
* Surgeons offer bra worn under skin.
* Russian teen faces castration after brutal police beating.
* NASA to share tips to maintain trapped miners’ mental and physical health.
* Greek island lovers strut in taboo-breaking documentary.
* In Europe, science collides with the bottom line.
The Hubble Ultra Deep Field in 3D
09/09/2010 03:24
What’s Lurking In The Lost and Found?
09/09/2010 03:23
The city of Boston Transit Authority runs a nearly full lost and found department.
What is it that people leave on buses and trains anyway?
It might surprise you.
A purse or a wallet or a comb I can understand.
But a Kindle, breast pump and a glass eye?
Ever Wonder What Our Soldiers Eat?
09/09/2010 03:23
It’s a thought not likely to cross your mind, but just what is it that our soldiers on duty in Afghanistan eat?
Nope, no large cafeterias with hot meals when you are out on patrol in the countryside.
Instead you carry your meal with you in a foil packet.
And what is inside that packet?
Look here to find out about many countries soldier’s meals.
Amazing Places
09/09/2010 03:23
Wonderworks, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, United States:
Cubic Houses, Rotterdam, Netherlands:
Hang Nga Guesthouse a.k.a Crazy House, Vietnam:
Cubic Houses, Rotterdam, Netherlands:
Hang Nga Guesthouse a.k.a Crazy House, Vietnam:
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08/09/2010 06:33
An Interview With Council Candidate Cam MacKay
If you want to know more about Cam and his views, this video will help. Cam says. “I wanted to give the average person an idea as to what I stand for and an opportunity to get some questions answered that they may have. Additionally if anyone has a question they want answered, they can ask and I'll respond by video.” By the way, any candidate is welcome to have a video featured here, but to date, Cam is the only one to take advantage of the opportunity. Smart move Cam.
Part two continues tomorrow.
Welcome Aboard Pacific Sun Cruises
If you’ve never been on a cruise, here is a video sample for you. This cruise ship hit some rough seas and the video shows just how bad things can get. Keep your eye on the centre column near the top of the frame.
Can You Please Lend A Hand?
Hi, my name is Suzanne Muller and I would appreciate your attention for this cause.
Todd Kemps is a 48-year-old long time resident of St. Albert, a husband to an amazing woman and father to five school aged children, one with special needs. Just over two week ago his world was suddenly turned upside down with the tragic diagnosis of terminal pancreatic cancer.
I realize times are tough but as a community, St. Albert has always held the highest reputation for helping others. Please find it in your hearts to reach out and help this amazing family.
Todd and Noelle's friends have banded together to try and make his life a little easier in this terrible circumstance. We would like to lighten the burden of his financial responsibilities, so he can focus on his family and fighting this illness. Friends, family and the people in the community that have had their lives touched by Todd are invited to help raise money for this incredible family.
How can you help?
We are having a “Celebrate Life” Fundraiser for Todd on Saturday, September 18th, 7:00 p.m. at the St. Albert Parish basement hall. There will be live music with a headlining, amazing blues/rock band! As well, there will be a cash bar and silent auction items. We are taking financial donations either by cash, or cheque payable to Todd Kemps. Please note this is an adults only fundraiser. No minors allowed. Come join us!
If you can't join us for this event, and still wish to make a donation:
1) We have set up an account at the Servus Credit Union (on St. Albert Trail) under the name Todd Kemps, where you may make a donation.
2) Contribute through Pay Pal (on the internet) using the address skmuller@hotmail.com
We are also looking for gift certificates and silent auction items.
Please feel free to call with any questions or donations to Danielle Pawlychka (780) 458-0841 or Suzanne Muller (780) 939-3098.
Thank you!
Sincerely,
Suzanne Muller
St. Albert
SINC SAYS:
That is indeed tough news Suzanne. We wish your friend the very best and hope SAP readers will be generous to your cause.
WEBBITS
08/09/2010 06:33
* Miss Australia’s body of good work.
* New woman PM Down Under.
* WTC steel columns to be installed at 9/11 museum.
* Nipple-Sucking Doctor To Face Court In Finland.
* Back to School, Back to Rape.
Homemade Pickles In Just An Hour
08/09/2010 06:33
Clearly, pickles aren't for everyone. But, for those of us who crave them, now is the time to get out the brine and make a batch of quick pickles.”
Why you need to learn it.
Rare Colour Footage Of London Blitz Found
08/09/2010 06:33
The dramatic footage shows the destruction of several London landmarks, including the flagship John Lewis store on Oxford Street.
The film was released Monday by Westminster Council to mark the start of the devastating German bombing campaign that began September 7, 1940, and continued until May 1941.
View the video here.
Got Your Paint-By-Nipple Set Yet?
08/09/2010 06:33
Some folks will do anything to draw attention to their cause.
Such is the case with this UK woman who has organized an event to raise awareness of breast cancer.
She’s invited women to participate by painting pictures using their nipple as brushes.
Honest folks, I don’t make this stuff up.
Read it for yourself.
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07/09/2010 04:12
Bits ’N Pieces From Our Readers
Thank you, Don, for publishing the ceremony honouring children within the Mathew Peddle Garden of Hope, St. Albert.
Also, please wear white/fly a white balloon from your mail-box on September 7th to signify awareness and prevention of child abuse.
Most sincerely,
Velvet Martin
St. Albert
SINC SAYS:
You’re welcome, Velvet.
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Hey, The Don,
Two things – brother Bob has all 20 of the tools mentioned on today’s website and where did you get the pictures of a 2015 Corvette – or is GM already that far ahead of themselves!?
Cheers,
Jim Starko
St. Albert
SINC SAYS:
I believe the ‘Vette was a concept car at that show. It looks to me like a retro remake of the Sting Ray.
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Hi Don,
I believe it was on yesterday’s site – the beautiful pictures…any idea which site the lady sitting, leaning against the wall is from? I was totally taken with that picture and would like to find out if there is some site that has it for sale.
Thanks,
Sharon – your neighbor
SINC SAYS:
Try as I might Sharon, I cannot locate a source for that picture. Sorry.
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Don,
For people who like to have an afternoon power nap, here is a site that offers music that will lull you to sleep and wake you 20 minutes later.
Joyce Boutette
St. Albert
SINC SAYS:
Now that’s my kind of site Joyce, thanks for sharing.
Cartoons To Make You Smile
WEBBITS
07/09/2010 04:12
Whose Your Daddy?
07/09/2010 04:12
A New York nurse had spent much of her life searching for her long lost father.
During an admission one day, the name stopped her cold.
It was her father being admitted to her ward.
Trouble was he has terminal cancer.
So they don’t have a lot of time to catch up.
Amazing Places
07/09/2010 04:12
Ferdinand Cheval Palace a.k.a Ideal Palace, France:
The Basket Building, Ohio, United States:
Kansas City Public Library, Missouri, United States:
The Basket Building, Ohio, United States:
Kansas City Public Library, Missouri, United States:
Tire Theft In Detroit Continues With Jackson’s Escalade
07/09/2010 04:12
We told you a few days ago about the theft of car tires and wheels being an epidemic in Detroit.
Well folks, it happened once again.
This time it was the gas-guzzling Cadillac Escalade of the reverend Jesse Jackson.
It was being used to chauffeur him around when he was in town for a rally.
The rally was one of those “green” rallies.
So the thief offed his wheels.
Hypersensitive Or What?
07/09/2010 04:12
Sometimes the word police go way too far.
Take the case of a school teacher Down Under who changed a single word in a 75-year-old traditional Aussie song.
The song used the word gay, and we can’t have that now, can we?
It was changed to fun.
How stupid is that?
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06/09/2010 06:31
Municipal Election Officials Strike Out Again
Dear Don:
With the election coming up, I wanted to see where I'd be voting. You can imagine my dismay when I had a look at the electoral map located here.
Take a look at the location of those voting stations on the city map. In most cases, people are going to have to cross their district to get to their polling stations, which are on the boundaries of the districts. People living in Sturgeon and Forest Lawn are going to have to go all the way to Servus Place to cast their votes!
Who came up with these ridiculous locations? That's something I'd like to know, as I'm sure a lot of angry voters will when they find they have to drive as far as they do to cast their ballots.
Just thought your readers would like to know, Don.
All the best,
Jared Milne
St. Albert
The fools in charge of our municipal election must be one brick short of a load, Jared.
When the city education planners decided on the locations of schools over thirty years back, they did so with the ease of residents to get to those schools in mind.
When the province holds an election, they recognized the wisdom of the education planners and used those schools for polling locations. And when the Feds hold an election, they saw the wisdom of the locations and used them also. Both the province and the federal government still use those same schools.
Fast forward to St. Albert three years ago when they held the last municipal election. The mental midgets in charge of our local elections swam against the stream and adopted these ridiculous new polling locations, that are to say at the very least, asinine.
Instead of being within walking distance of most voters, these jerks now force residents to get in their cars and drive halfway across the city to vote. Our election planners can be called nothing short of idiots, or can they? Either that or the power structure in this city purposely wants it to be so difficult to vote that only their supporters will bother and the madness and spending will continue.
When 49% of us voted against $ervu$ Place and they built it anyway, I vowed I would never set foot in the place and I won’t. Guess where they send me to vote? Yep, the big white tax sucking elephant that is known as $ervu$ Place. So, my only option is to use the advance poll at city hall to keep my vow.
Come to think of it, wouldn’t that be a fine way to protest this stupidity? If thousands of us were to show up at the advance poll to vote, it would send a message. Especially if it forced them to enlarge the poll and bring in extra staff to handle the crowds.
Come to think of it, city hall is closer by half to our Forest Lawn home than driving out to that white elephant anyway. My bet is that city hall is closer for most folks than their new polling location. Take for example those folks living along Grandin Road at Grosvenor Boulevard having to drive all the way out to the Kinsmen banquet hall on Riel when they live a couple of blocks south from city hall.
And they wonder why voter turnout is so poor when they do all in their power to discourage voter turnout? Spare me.
Anyone going with me to those advance polls?
Playing Tomorrow Night At LB’s Pub
Lynne Chwyl,
Dwayne Cannan,
Kevin Carmichael
and Andy Nikiforuk
Lynne - Currently rehearse's with her band “Bluesface”. She began singing (publicly) in 2002 and sang country for six years, performing for big crowds at Big Valley and the Ponoka Stampede from 2003 to 2007. Lynne was a semi-finalist on the CMT reality show “Karaoke Star” (national TV) in 2008 and did the karaoke country circuit for six years until just two years ago when she turned on to the blues, volunteering at the Beaumont Blues Festival – where she met Mark Ammar. Since then, she has shelved the “canned” country music world to pursue the art of performing the blues with live musicians and hasn’t looked back. Lynne states "I think there are some real good times on the horizon. I am hooked".
Dwayne - Dwayne's songwriting, voice, guitar and harmonica playing have kept him a full time player for over 32 years. Dwayne's first album SPARE CHANGE was released in 1980 from which the instrumental ONE FORTY EIGHT was licensed by record company THE NUMERO GROUP of Chicago. The tune was included in the 2008 Numero released compilation CD/Album GUITAR SOLI, and has received radio play world wide. He released the CD ALL THESE YEARS in 2006, and is currently recording 15 originals at Homestead recorders.
Andy - Has been playing piano since his father made him sit down to learn at eight years old. His first song was "Crocodile Tears" a sad harmonic minor progression and that's when he started playing the blues. Andy went to Grade 9 Royal Conservatory but always wanted to play with bands. In the late 90's he started hanging out at Brandy's Blues bar and started to learn from great local players like Tom Roschov, Jim Guiboche, Marshall Lawrence, Gary Zimmerman, Brian Petsch, and more. Played with Recollection Blues Band recently and cut a CD also appearing at the first Beaumount Blues Festival. Currently Andy is hanging out with the Cameron Brothers who opened for Big Brother and the Holding Company at a SIRENS gig at the Granite Curling Club in July. Andy has had opportunities to sit in with a few of the pros after the Blues Festival, in the last last couple of years: Watermelon Slim, Bobby Jones and Finis Tasby (Mannish Boys), Sean Carney, and Sista Monica's band.
Kevin - Former member of China White Kevin's bass guitar skills got honed opening for such acts as Dr. Hook, Chilliwack, and Doucette just to name a few. A few of the local bands Kevin was a part of were Brooklyn, Zotoz, and a stint with drummer Kelly Stodola in a band called Bugs Money and a band called Road Dogs. Currently Kevin visits a lot of the open jams and is putting together an act with Bill Jackson.
Ammar’s Moosehead Tuesday Open Stage
Every Tuesday night from 9 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Hosted by Mark Ammar
Moosehead Beer Specials
WEBBITS
06/09/2010 06:31
Cancer Advertising Gimmick Goes Awry
06/09/2010 06:31
A new campaign for breast cancer has raised the ire of school officials.
The latest breast cancer gimmick is one of those ugly rubber bracelets a la Lance Armstrong is backfiring.
The bracelets read “I (heart symbol) Boobies, Keep a breast”.
But schools find them too provocative for their liking.
Methinks the school principals are the real boobs.
Cooling Off In Haunted Houses
06/09/2010 06:31
Direct from our “I’ve heard everything now” file comes this rather strange way of beating the heat.
It’s been really hot in Japan lately and people are flocking to the air conditioned comfort of “Ghost Houses”.
That way they can tell spine chilling stories to cool themselves down.
Me?
I’d just head for a mall.
The Awful Truth About Vegas Carpets
06/09/2010 06:31
Like some sort of vile afterbirth after a meeting of the 1990s and an insane asylum patient, casino carpets seem to violate every design rule established over, say, the past several thousand years. An art student would probably burst into flames the moment they walked in. But intrepid photographer Chris Maluszynski somehow managed to stare (and wonderfully photograph) a series of shocking casino floors without giving himself a brain hemorrhage, and is showing off his results in a new exhibition, Las Vegas Carpets.”
See the awful patterns and read the story here.
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05/09/2010 06:21
Can You Please Lend A Hand?
Hi, my name is Suzanne Muller and I would appreciate your attention for this cause.
Todd Kemps is a 48-year-old long time resident of St. Albert, a husband to an amazing woman and father to five school aged children, one with special needs. Just over two week ago his world was suddenly turned upside down with the tragic diagnosis of terminal pancreatic cancer.
I realize times are tough but as a community, St. Albert has always held the highest reputation for helping others. Please find it in your hearts to reach out and help this amazing family.
Todd and Noelle's friends have banded together to try and make his life a little easier in this terrible circumstance. We would like to lighten the burden of his financial responsibilities, so he can focus on his family and fighting this illness. Friends, family and the people in the community that have had their lives touched by Todd are invited to help raise money for this incredible family.
How can you help?
We are having a “Celebrate Life” Fundraiser for Todd on Saturday, September 18th, 7:00 p.m. at the St. Albert Parish basement hall. There will be live music with a headlining, amazing blues/rock band! As well, there will be a cash bar and silent auction items. We are taking financial donations either by cash, or cheque payable to Todd Kemps. Please note this is an adults only fundraiser. No minors allowed. Come join us!
If you can't join us for this event, and still wish to make a donation:
1) We have set up an account at the Servus Credit Union (on St. Albert Trail) under the name Todd Kemps, where you may make a donation.
2) Contribute through Pay Pal (on the internet) using the address skmuller@hotmail.com
We are also looking for gift certificates and silent auction items.
Please feel free to call with any questions or donations to Danielle Pawlychka (780) 458-0841 or Suzanne Muller (780) 939-3098.
Thank you!
Sincerely,
Suzanne Muller
St. Albert
SINC SAYS:
That is indeed tough news Suzanne. We wish your friend the very best and hope SAP readers will be generous to your cause.
Garden Of Hope Ceremony
Don,
Here are some pictures that were taken recently:
There was a candle-lighting ceremony at the Garden of Hope to commemorate lost loved ones in our community:
We were there to mark Samantha's and Dad (Raymond's) lives.
- Alex and Jared at the site of their sister's rose bush
- Nana (mom Rideout), Jerry (dad to an angel boy, Mathew), John and Alex
- Alex with Nana
- The children formed a cross with the candles
- Velvet
(\ -- /)
( \()/ )
( / \ ) TAKE THIS LITTLE ANGEL ^j^
(/\/\) AND KEEP HER CLOSE TO YOU
/ \ SHE IS SENT AS A GUARDIAN
( ___ ) TO PROTECT ALL THAT IS TRUE
Velvet Martin,
Administrator for Tetrasomy 18p Canada
"Samantha's Syndrome"
SINC SAYS:
Thanks for sharing your private moments Velvet.
That’s One Damn Sturdy Wall . . .
WEBBITS
05/09/2010 06:21
Just How Clean Is Your Kitchen?
05/09/2010 06:21
People seem to enjoy eating out and do so with confidence because they know the government health inspectors are checking restaurant kitchens.
But how about your own kitchen?
Could it stand the rigors of being tested like that of a restaurant?
Is your kitchen making you sick?
Down south, only 60% or so of home kitchens could pass.
Evolution Caught In The Act
05/09/2010 06:21
It’s not often one can actually observe evolution in action.
Normally it takes years and years for change.
But not so with a species of egg-laying lizards in Australia.
Many of them have switched and are now giving birth to live young.
An interesting read in National Geographic.
Why Does Grampa Always Tell The Same Stories?
05/09/2010 06:21
If your Gramps tells you the same stories time after time, they now know why.
It’s because he’s losing his memory.
And there are ways to avoid such a problem according to the experts.
Older folks need to keep their minds sharp.
Here’s some tips to help to do that.
