A month till Christmas and I have managed to scavenge around to fill one gift basket. More and more families are doing a motel day in Winnipeg, Brandon or Grand Forks and only giving a filled stocking as a gift. It's beginning to sound like a good idea for this grandma, too. A colouring book and crayons or hanky just doesn't cut it anymore even though I used to look forward to it. Those hankies have all been made into quilt tops which now are the grandkids blankets when they do a sleepover.
I have made a couple of batches of cookies but I think it's too early because they keep disappearing. Oh well, the weather is nasty this week and I'll just bake more; all the while heating up the house.
Opinion
I very seldom agree with James Loewen on any of his opinions in the As I See It column but last week's hit home with me. It's surprising how many people out there have the same opinion about the Hitler subject. When you have an in-law who believes this, what do you do? Sell out in order to keep the peace and continue to see your sibling? Or speak you piece, have an upset sibling and end up with an estranged relationship?
Skating rink
The flood lights have been on a number of times this week and vehicles are seen coming a going at the local rink. I think it's safe to assume the flooding has begun. For more information, please call Sean Winter. I'm sure that volunteers would always be appreciated.
Christmas programs
December 11 & 12 - Miller Candlelight Service - 7:00 p.m. at Buhler Hall in Gretna
December 17 & 18 - MCI Christmas Concert - 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Buhler Hall
December 17 - Rosenfeld Concert - 1 p.m. prelude, 1:30 p.m. concert and 6:30 prelude, 7:00 p.m. concert
December 18 - Parkside Concert - 7:00 p.m. at the Altona Bergthaler Church
Birthday wishes
November is full of birthdays and the community would like to wish Amber Wolfe, Anna Wolfe and Crystal Zacharias a very happy birthday. I would like to include my sister Betty Warkentin of Altona in the wish.
Saturday, 17 January 2015
Nov. 20, 2014
We have snow. Ah, you say, how observant she is. Since I still don't go out that much, I watch quite a bit of TV and there are many places in the States that have experienced much worse weather than we have, so I think we're still lucky. We know the white stuff will come and blow around here on the open plains so stock up on munchies, puzzles, fabric and anything else to fill the long wintry evenings.
Movie night
Rosenfeld School held their annual movie night on Friday, Nov. 14 and in the words of the parent council chairperson, Andrea Friesen, "the turnout was fantastic". Over 200 students and parents came out to enjoy the Disney movie Planes, Fire and Rescue. Andrea reported that all the chairs were full and many sat on gym mats on the floor. Movie goers were able to purchase fresh candy bags and pop, and add the to that the free popcorn to munch on during the movie. Andrea started the popcorn machine when the doors opened and stayed with it until the movie was over. The admittance was by donation and the evening was a fundraiser for wheelchair accessible playground equipment. There were also raffle items donated by various businesses. The approximate amount raise was $1,000 after expenses. Well done and a huge pat on the back to all supporting this fundraiser.
We have a number of students who rely on a wheelchair and this will make for a more enjoyable recess. I know from experience that just because something is called wheelchair accessible it doesn't mean that it is. It would be a good assignment for all students to spend some time in a wheelchair to experience the trials of maneuvering around in schools, restaurants and even sidewalks. There are many washrooms where a person can get into the room but can't turn around to even use the facility but it is posted "wheelchair accessible". Yes, you can get into the room but that's it. Maybe this would bring about changes to the situation.
Hockey update
The Miller Aces hosted the Morris Mavericks on Wednesday, Nov. 12. The Aces won 7-4 with Matthew Winter scoring a hat trick. Good job, Matthew.
The Aces participated in a tournament in Morden on Nov. 14 and 15. The first game they took on Fort Frances and lost 3-5. The second game they played Warren and won 4-3 in overtime when Matthew Winter got past the goalie during the shootout. In the third game Saturday afternoon the Aces played hard but couldn't get past Sanford and went down 2-3. There were penalties but overall it was a very good tournament.
Public notice
The R. M. of Rhineland office in Altona will be undergoing renovations and will be relocated to Gretna until the project is complete. The office phone numbers are 204-324-5357 or 204-327-5578.
Progress report
This last weekend I was told that some of the doctors had thought that I would never walk again after my accident and that people over 60 do not grow more bone. I am living proof that miracles do happen since I have proven both wrong.
Our house is decorated for Christmas, now on to the gift shopping and baking. Many go to the States for Black Friday shopping but I prefer to stay local as much as possible. A person never knows when they may need these businesses within walking/wheelchair distance.
Movie night
Rosenfeld School held their annual movie night on Friday, Nov. 14 and in the words of the parent council chairperson, Andrea Friesen, "the turnout was fantastic". Over 200 students and parents came out to enjoy the Disney movie Planes, Fire and Rescue. Andrea reported that all the chairs were full and many sat on gym mats on the floor. Movie goers were able to purchase fresh candy bags and pop, and add the to that the free popcorn to munch on during the movie. Andrea started the popcorn machine when the doors opened and stayed with it until the movie was over. The admittance was by donation and the evening was a fundraiser for wheelchair accessible playground equipment. There were also raffle items donated by various businesses. The approximate amount raise was $1,000 after expenses. Well done and a huge pat on the back to all supporting this fundraiser.
We have a number of students who rely on a wheelchair and this will make for a more enjoyable recess. I know from experience that just because something is called wheelchair accessible it doesn't mean that it is. It would be a good assignment for all students to spend some time in a wheelchair to experience the trials of maneuvering around in schools, restaurants and even sidewalks. There are many washrooms where a person can get into the room but can't turn around to even use the facility but it is posted "wheelchair accessible". Yes, you can get into the room but that's it. Maybe this would bring about changes to the situation.
Hockey update
The Miller Aces hosted the Morris Mavericks on Wednesday, Nov. 12. The Aces won 7-4 with Matthew Winter scoring a hat trick. Good job, Matthew.
The Aces participated in a tournament in Morden on Nov. 14 and 15. The first game they took on Fort Frances and lost 3-5. The second game they played Warren and won 4-3 in overtime when Matthew Winter got past the goalie during the shootout. In the third game Saturday afternoon the Aces played hard but couldn't get past Sanford and went down 2-3. There were penalties but overall it was a very good tournament.
Public notice
The R. M. of Rhineland office in Altona will be undergoing renovations and will be relocated to Gretna until the project is complete. The office phone numbers are 204-324-5357 or 204-327-5578.
Progress report
This last weekend I was told that some of the doctors had thought that I would never walk again after my accident and that people over 60 do not grow more bone. I am living proof that miracles do happen since I have proven both wrong.
Our house is decorated for Christmas, now on to the gift shopping and baking. Many go to the States for Black Friday shopping but I prefer to stay local as much as possible. A person never knows when they may need these businesses within walking/wheelchair distance.
Nov. 13, 2014
When I was in elementary school we always had classes on Remembrance Day. In the morning we would recite Flanders' Fields and discuss the significance of the day and after lunch we would watch war movies which would give me nightmares for weeks. Every classroom had a Red Cross committee and students brought snacks to school, sold them and sent the money to the Red Cross for the military. My contribution would most always be puffed wheat cake. Because I was a chocolate fiend, my mom would add cocoa and this was new to most of the kids which resulted in all the squares being sold. That part was fun.
Now there are no classes and I wonder how many children really know the meaning of the day or how many people died for the freedom that Canadians enjoy.
MCI concert
Dave and I attended the MCI Fall Concert on Nov. 7 which was held at Buhler Hall. The conductor was Rick Heppner/Mueller and the accompanist for the evening was Kirsten Friesen. My choice for the fun song of the evening was Stodola Pumpa which is Czechoslovakian for "barn pump". The junior choir did an imitation of a pump going up and down during the song.
Our favourite was the senior choir's rendition of Seth Crissman's version of Shelter in a Storm. The choir was accompanied by Elyse Loewen on violin and Myles Tiessen on guitar. As her grandma, I have to report that Gabby Wolfe's solo in All Creatures of our God and King was none too shabby either. It was a great concert.
Hockey update
The Miller Aces hosted the Mountain Mustangs from Swan Lake on Nov. 7 (yes, we dashed from the concert to the hockey game). And what a game that was. The Mustangs were up 3 - 1 in the third period and in the last three minutes the Aces poured on the coals and tied the game. The Aces pulled the rabbit out to the hat and won the game 4 - 3. Whew, that was a nail-biter.
On Monday, Nov. 10 the Aces travelled to Carman and though we didn't attend, it sounds as though it was quite a physical game. The Aces couldn't get enough steam going to win this one; it ended 3 - 1 for the Carman Cougars.
Calendar reminders
The month of December is coming up very fast and here area few dates to mark on your calendar. W.C. Miller candlelight services will be held Dec. 11 and 12. MCI Christmas concerts will be held on Dec. 17 and 18. I will add the other school dates a s soon ass they come across my desk.
Progress report
My visit to see Dr. Pilkey was very good. On a scale of 1-10 it has to rate an eight. The left ankle is doing better than the surgeon and his intern thought possible so that ankle fusing has been put on hold. The only negative is my right knee where one of the nails will need to be removed but not before the trip south. I have the okay to have a great vacation and the next appointment will be in March unless there are unforeseen complications. Halleluiah.
Now there are no classes and I wonder how many children really know the meaning of the day or how many people died for the freedom that Canadians enjoy.
MCI concert
Dave and I attended the MCI Fall Concert on Nov. 7 which was held at Buhler Hall. The conductor was Rick Heppner/Mueller and the accompanist for the evening was Kirsten Friesen. My choice for the fun song of the evening was Stodola Pumpa which is Czechoslovakian for "barn pump". The junior choir did an imitation of a pump going up and down during the song.
Our favourite was the senior choir's rendition of Seth Crissman's version of Shelter in a Storm. The choir was accompanied by Elyse Loewen on violin and Myles Tiessen on guitar. As her grandma, I have to report that Gabby Wolfe's solo in All Creatures of our God and King was none too shabby either. It was a great concert.
Hockey update
The Miller Aces hosted the Mountain Mustangs from Swan Lake on Nov. 7 (yes, we dashed from the concert to the hockey game). And what a game that was. The Mustangs were up 3 - 1 in the third period and in the last three minutes the Aces poured on the coals and tied the game. The Aces pulled the rabbit out to the hat and won the game 4 - 3. Whew, that was a nail-biter.
On Monday, Nov. 10 the Aces travelled to Carman and though we didn't attend, it sounds as though it was quite a physical game. The Aces couldn't get enough steam going to win this one; it ended 3 - 1 for the Carman Cougars.
Calendar reminders
The month of December is coming up very fast and here area few dates to mark on your calendar. W.C. Miller candlelight services will be held Dec. 11 and 12. MCI Christmas concerts will be held on Dec. 17 and 18. I will add the other school dates a s soon ass they come across my desk.
Progress report
My visit to see Dr. Pilkey was very good. On a scale of 1-10 it has to rate an eight. The left ankle is doing better than the surgeon and his intern thought possible so that ankle fusing has been put on hold. The only negative is my right knee where one of the nails will need to be removed but not before the trip south. I have the okay to have a great vacation and the next appointment will be in March unless there are unforeseen complications. Halleluiah.
Friday, 16 January 2015
Nov. 7, 2014
Isn't it strange how some days a person feels totally different than other days? This morning I sit here and though I have some news, my brain is not focusing enough to put it into words. and I've been told that I'm full of hot air and have the gift of gab. Maybe I've been out and about too much over the weekend, so this whole article may just be rambling. I know, it's the wind's fault. One day it's howling from the north and then the next day it's from the south. I feel just like the leaves blowing from one yard to the next and then back again.
Fall supper report
Ken and Jean Warkentin from Sanford and Jim and Judith Schellenberg from Mitchell joined Dave and me at the Rosenfeld Fall Supper. It was great; both the supper and the chatting. The turkey was soft and moist, the mashed potatoes were nice and creamy, and the pies, well we must have some of the best pastry chefs in Manitoba. Appreciation goes to all the people who donated, cooked, served and planned this event.
Hockey update
Tryouts for the Miller Aces team are over and I'm happy to report that both of the young guys from Rosenfeld made the team. They join two senior players; Matthew Winter and Simon Schroeder also from Rosenfeld. Now we'll wait and see how much ice time Conner Winter and Thomas Wolfe will get. It's very frustrating when the coaches play only the first two lines. How do they expect the new guys to fit in and improve if they can't participate?
Coffee house
Dave and I attended a coffee house at Oakridge Greenhouse near Mitchell on Saturday, Oct. 11. Jennifer Kerr and Jordan St. Cyr provided the entertainment for the evening. Good vocals and guitar playing was enjoyed by the audience. The last number of the evening was a rousing southern spiritual which could have come straight off the cover album of "O Brother Where Art Thou". It was good. And it done in a very nice venue.
Concert tour
The Central Manitoba Youth Choir tour began on Thursday, Oct. 16 in Winkler and ended on Monday, Oct. 20 in Morden. They performed 14 concerts in total with Saturday being the busiest day with four concerts. Dave and I attended the performance at Buhler Hall at the Mennonite Collegiate Institute in Gretna which was on Friday, Oct. 17 in the afternoon. We listened to a variety of 12 songs from their repertoire which ranged from Negro spirituals to chanting and drumming Native numbers. Two Rosenfeld members in the group were Madison Smith and Gabby Wolfe. Great vocals from this choir were enjoyed by the audience. The conductor this year was Cynthia Peyson Wahl of Winnipeg who was accompanied by Loren Hiebert of Altona.
Fall concert calendar
Thursday, Oct. 23 - Rosenfeld School
Thursday, Oct 30 - Miller Collegiate which will be held at Buhler Hall in Gretna
Friday, Nov. 7 - MCI in Gretna which will follow a soup and pie supper
Fall supper report
Ken and Jean Warkentin from Sanford and Jim and Judith Schellenberg from Mitchell joined Dave and me at the Rosenfeld Fall Supper. It was great; both the supper and the chatting. The turkey was soft and moist, the mashed potatoes were nice and creamy, and the pies, well we must have some of the best pastry chefs in Manitoba. Appreciation goes to all the people who donated, cooked, served and planned this event.
Hockey update
Tryouts for the Miller Aces team are over and I'm happy to report that both of the young guys from Rosenfeld made the team. They join two senior players; Matthew Winter and Simon Schroeder also from Rosenfeld. Now we'll wait and see how much ice time Conner Winter and Thomas Wolfe will get. It's very frustrating when the coaches play only the first two lines. How do they expect the new guys to fit in and improve if they can't participate?
Coffee house
Dave and I attended a coffee house at Oakridge Greenhouse near Mitchell on Saturday, Oct. 11. Jennifer Kerr and Jordan St. Cyr provided the entertainment for the evening. Good vocals and guitar playing was enjoyed by the audience. The last number of the evening was a rousing southern spiritual which could have come straight off the cover album of "O Brother Where Art Thou". It was good. And it done in a very nice venue.
Concert tour
The Central Manitoba Youth Choir tour began on Thursday, Oct. 16 in Winkler and ended on Monday, Oct. 20 in Morden. They performed 14 concerts in total with Saturday being the busiest day with four concerts. Dave and I attended the performance at Buhler Hall at the Mennonite Collegiate Institute in Gretna which was on Friday, Oct. 17 in the afternoon. We listened to a variety of 12 songs from their repertoire which ranged from Negro spirituals to chanting and drumming Native numbers. Two Rosenfeld members in the group were Madison Smith and Gabby Wolfe. Great vocals from this choir were enjoyed by the audience. The conductor this year was Cynthia Peyson Wahl of Winnipeg who was accompanied by Loren Hiebert of Altona.
Fall concert calendar
Thursday, Oct. 23 - Rosenfeld School
Thursday, Oct 30 - Miller Collegiate which will be held at Buhler Hall in Gretna
Friday, Nov. 7 - MCI in Gretna which will follow a soup and pie supper
Thursday, 15 January 2015
Oct. 30, 2014
We are having the most beautiful fall weather, so how is it possible not to talk about it? Many of the neighbours are out trying to rake the leaves but they can never capture all of them; some always seem to escape. We have stopped raking; Dave simply mulches with the lawn mower and shoots them onto the flowerbeds. It may be possible that a few neighbours get frustrated when the leaves blow onto their nice clean yards from out stash but so be it. We'd be happy to have them back.
Nuthatches, blue jays and juncos are busy at the feeder. Our hole in the tree is being filled with fresh leaves by one of the squirrels. This one is smarter that the average squirrel; it brings whole branches instead of just a mouth stuffed with leaves. Please don't let this mean a colder winter than last year.
This Friday is Halloween and around here not many children go trick- or - treating anymore. This makes it very difficult to buy treats no knowing what a person will be left holding in the bag. So this year I bought a big bag of apples along with mini bars. The apples will be made into pies if we have no kids and the bars will find their way into the hunting backpacks come deer season. And they say only women like chocolate.
Cross country team
Three former Rosenfeld students; Nicolas Klassen, Thomas Wolfe and Conner Winter participated in the W.C. Miller junior varsity cross country competition. They won second place in the A-AAA provincials. Congratulations guys for a job well done.
School update
The school was a noisy place last week. Two drummers of the Fubuki Daiko organization taught Japanese drumming Monday to Wednesday and then held a short concert for the public on Thursday, Oct. 23. The students were very enthusiastic and performed very well. Who could blame them? Here they were making enough noise to raise the rafters and getting praised for it instead of getting shushed. Good job students and staff.
Stay and Play
The Altona and Area Resource Center offers a program for preschool children and their parents at Rosenfeld School. Please note that this used to take place Thursday mornings but has been changed to Wednesday mornings.
Fall concert reminders
The W.C. Miller concert will be held at Buhler Hall in Gretna on Thursday, Oct. 30 at 7:00 p.m.
MCI's fall concert will take place on Friday, Nov. 7 which will be preceded by a soup and pie supper.
Hockey update
Brett Klassen plays for the Winkler Flyers and is having a great start in the season. This is his last year of playing junior hockey and he is giving his all and it definitely is paying off either with goals or assists.
W.C. Miller Aces are off to a good start, easily winning the last two games against Garden Valley Collegiate of Winkler. The rookies didn't get much ice time in the first game but showed up to play on Friday, Oct. 4 with Thomas Wolfe getting an assist. Simon Schroeder plays defense and had a bit of an incident; lets hope it's not another concussion. he got knocked about last year and had to sit out twice while healing.
Progress Report
Since my accident I am much more aware of all the happenings in the world like this latest incident in the Pembina Valley. The young father who was killed in an accident near Altona; his daughter used to play hockey on the same team as Thomas. And the list goes on. It's enough to make a person dizzy, especially with the story about all those babies in the storage unit and the shooting in Ottawa. Yikes, what's this world coming to? It makes me want to go into the basement and puzzle - another way of sticking my head into the sand, I guess. I'm getting around much better and began driving to Altona and have managed to go grocery shopping on my own a number of times. Next week I have a checkup with my surgeon and here's hoping it's a good one.
Nuthatches, blue jays and juncos are busy at the feeder. Our hole in the tree is being filled with fresh leaves by one of the squirrels. This one is smarter that the average squirrel; it brings whole branches instead of just a mouth stuffed with leaves. Please don't let this mean a colder winter than last year.
This Friday is Halloween and around here not many children go trick- or - treating anymore. This makes it very difficult to buy treats no knowing what a person will be left holding in the bag. So this year I bought a big bag of apples along with mini bars. The apples will be made into pies if we have no kids and the bars will find their way into the hunting backpacks come deer season. And they say only women like chocolate.
Cross country team
Three former Rosenfeld students; Nicolas Klassen, Thomas Wolfe and Conner Winter participated in the W.C. Miller junior varsity cross country competition. They won second place in the A-AAA provincials. Congratulations guys for a job well done.
School update
The school was a noisy place last week. Two drummers of the Fubuki Daiko organization taught Japanese drumming Monday to Wednesday and then held a short concert for the public on Thursday, Oct. 23. The students were very enthusiastic and performed very well. Who could blame them? Here they were making enough noise to raise the rafters and getting praised for it instead of getting shushed. Good job students and staff.
Stay and Play
The Altona and Area Resource Center offers a program for preschool children and their parents at Rosenfeld School. Please note that this used to take place Thursday mornings but has been changed to Wednesday mornings.
Fall concert reminders
The W.C. Miller concert will be held at Buhler Hall in Gretna on Thursday, Oct. 30 at 7:00 p.m.
MCI's fall concert will take place on Friday, Nov. 7 which will be preceded by a soup and pie supper.
Hockey update
Brett Klassen plays for the Winkler Flyers and is having a great start in the season. This is his last year of playing junior hockey and he is giving his all and it definitely is paying off either with goals or assists.
W.C. Miller Aces are off to a good start, easily winning the last two games against Garden Valley Collegiate of Winkler. The rookies didn't get much ice time in the first game but showed up to play on Friday, Oct. 4 with Thomas Wolfe getting an assist. Simon Schroeder plays defense and had a bit of an incident; lets hope it's not another concussion. he got knocked about last year and had to sit out twice while healing.
Progress Report
Since my accident I am much more aware of all the happenings in the world like this latest incident in the Pembina Valley. The young father who was killed in an accident near Altona; his daughter used to play hockey on the same team as Thomas. And the list goes on. It's enough to make a person dizzy, especially with the story about all those babies in the storage unit and the shooting in Ottawa. Yikes, what's this world coming to? It makes me want to go into the basement and puzzle - another way of sticking my head into the sand, I guess. I'm getting around much better and began driving to Altona and have managed to go grocery shopping on my own a number of times. Next week I have a checkup with my surgeon and here's hoping it's a good one.
Oct. 16, 2014
Even though a person may have reasons not to be very thankful at this time in their life due to certain circumstances, at leas we're having wonderful weather. I find everything is easier to deal with when the sun is shining and boy have we had sunshine. There's nothing as nice as a nap in a lounger out on the patio especially since there are no mosquitoes to harass a person. We had a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend with our family and I hope my readers did, too.
This spring when the Carillon printed the photo of the blooming cactus, I received a number of phone calls regarding the name of it. I would like to acknowledge a lady who took the time to write a very nice letter, Pauline Good from Chemainus, BC. Thank you for the picture and information and a thank you also goes to the Carillon for forwarding the letter to me.
On the move
Rod and Sandra Pokrant, long time residents of Rosenfeld, purchased a home in Altona and within a month their house was sold. There was some hasty packing and with them moving and Kevin and Stephanie Wiebe taking up residence in their house. We're sorry to see the Pokrants leave the community but happy that the Wiebe family decided to raise their family here.
Hockey season
The Miller Aces held two exhibition games last week on Thursday, Oct. 9 and Friday, Oct 10. These games were tryouts for new players to fill the slots of the players who had graduated last semester. The Thursday game was played in Morden and the Morden Thunder won 5-1 but for Dave and me It was a good game. You see, our grandson, Thomas Wolfe scored the only goal for the Aces.
Friday's game was played in Altona and it too was won by Morden 5-3. But again one of the goals went to Thomas Wolfe and another to Conner Winter. Not bad for two Rosenfeld guys trying out for the team. I will report on their status in next weeks column.
Concerts
The Rosenfeld Fall Concert will be held on Thursday, Oct. 23 in the afternoon. Please call the school at 204-324-8438 for the exact time. I don't have that information at the time of writing this column.
W.C. Miller Collegiate will be holding their fall concert on Thursday, Oct. 30 at Buhler Hall in Gretna.
The MCI concert in Gretna will be held on Friday, Nov. 7. They will be serving a soup and pie supper which begins at 5:00 p.m. and the concert begins at 7:30 p.m.
Everyone is welcome to attend any or all the concert.
Fall supper
This is last call for the Rosenfeld fall supper. it will be held on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 4;30 - 7;00 p.m. at Rosenfeld Good Neighbour Center. Everyone is welcome to partake of this feast.
This spring when the Carillon printed the photo of the blooming cactus, I received a number of phone calls regarding the name of it. I would like to acknowledge a lady who took the time to write a very nice letter, Pauline Good from Chemainus, BC. Thank you for the picture and information and a thank you also goes to the Carillon for forwarding the letter to me.
On the move
Rod and Sandra Pokrant, long time residents of Rosenfeld, purchased a home in Altona and within a month their house was sold. There was some hasty packing and with them moving and Kevin and Stephanie Wiebe taking up residence in their house. We're sorry to see the Pokrants leave the community but happy that the Wiebe family decided to raise their family here.
Hockey season
The Miller Aces held two exhibition games last week on Thursday, Oct. 9 and Friday, Oct 10. These games were tryouts for new players to fill the slots of the players who had graduated last semester. The Thursday game was played in Morden and the Morden Thunder won 5-1 but for Dave and me It was a good game. You see, our grandson, Thomas Wolfe scored the only goal for the Aces.
Friday's game was played in Altona and it too was won by Morden 5-3. But again one of the goals went to Thomas Wolfe and another to Conner Winter. Not bad for two Rosenfeld guys trying out for the team. I will report on their status in next weeks column.
Concerts
The Rosenfeld Fall Concert will be held on Thursday, Oct. 23 in the afternoon. Please call the school at 204-324-8438 for the exact time. I don't have that information at the time of writing this column.
W.C. Miller Collegiate will be holding their fall concert on Thursday, Oct. 30 at Buhler Hall in Gretna.
The MCI concert in Gretna will be held on Friday, Nov. 7. They will be serving a soup and pie supper which begins at 5:00 p.m. and the concert begins at 7:30 p.m.
Everyone is welcome to attend any or all the concert.
Fall supper
This is last call for the Rosenfeld fall supper. it will be held on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 4;30 - 7;00 p.m. at Rosenfeld Good Neighbour Center. Everyone is welcome to partake of this feast.
Oct. 9, 2014
The month of October is giving us a heads-up for what's to come. this area has had a few mornings where Jack Frost has made an appearance and we've seen a few snowflakes. We know winter is coming but it still always seems to shock us. The northern part of the province up at Gillam received 27 cm of snow and I'm sure they would like to share with the rest of the province.
Our garden has been tilled and is waiting to be covered with snow. The flowerbeds are being put to bed and have a warm blanket of leaves. The roses are waiting for a harder frost before being covered with big paper containers filled with leaves to keep them safe from Old Man Winter. It is definitely soup season and I've made a variety of huge pots and canned quarts of Mexican borscht, noodle soup broth and green bean. There's nothing better than a hot bowl of soup when the cold north wind begins to blow.
School update
The Stay and Play program begins on Thursday, Oct. 9 and will continue every Thursday until the beginning of December and start up again in January.
Every fall the parent council organizes soup day for the students. Parent volunteer to make soup and serve it to the students every Wednesday. This fall the soup day begins on Oct. 15. Please note that the students should bring a reusable cup and spoon.
A fall concert is planned for Thursday, Oct. 23. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Fall supper
The Rosenfeld Fall Supper will be held on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. at the Rosenfeld Good Neighbour Center. Turkey, farmer sausage, mashed potatoes, vegetables and lots of homemade buns and pies are on the menu. Everyone is welcome to attend.
I wish all my readers a happy Thanksgiving. Enjoy life; it's shorter than you think.
Our garden has been tilled and is waiting to be covered with snow. The flowerbeds are being put to bed and have a warm blanket of leaves. The roses are waiting for a harder frost before being covered with big paper containers filled with leaves to keep them safe from Old Man Winter. It is definitely soup season and I've made a variety of huge pots and canned quarts of Mexican borscht, noodle soup broth and green bean. There's nothing better than a hot bowl of soup when the cold north wind begins to blow.
School update
The Stay and Play program begins on Thursday, Oct. 9 and will continue every Thursday until the beginning of December and start up again in January.
Every fall the parent council organizes soup day for the students. Parent volunteer to make soup and serve it to the students every Wednesday. This fall the soup day begins on Oct. 15. Please note that the students should bring a reusable cup and spoon.
A fall concert is planned for Thursday, Oct. 23. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Fall supper
The Rosenfeld Fall Supper will be held on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. at the Rosenfeld Good Neighbour Center. Turkey, farmer sausage, mashed potatoes, vegetables and lots of homemade buns and pies are on the menu. Everyone is welcome to attend.
I wish all my readers a happy Thanksgiving. Enjoy life; it's shorter than you think.
Oct. 2, 2014
That old cliché, if you don't like the weather, wait a minute, sure is true in Manitoba. In 24 hours we went from 90 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. From shorts to long pants and jackets and the body system is in shock as to what happened.
Our garden has been emptied of vegetables and Dave has taken the tractor to it and mowed and mulched every plant. The tilling will need to wait due to the rain we've been having; big clumps would be the result if he attempted it now. The picked green tomatoes are ripening in the greenhouse and the dahlias and gladiola bulbs are drying; ready for the next year. The summer savory is hanging from the ceiling and all the geraniums have been repotted to be used again next year. I'd say, let the snow fly, except many farmers wouldn't want to hear that.
Eisbrenner wedding
The Eisbrenner family farm near Rosenfeld was the scene of another wedding on Saturday, Sept. 6. Terry and Gladys Eisbrenner were busy this summer preparing the yard for the nuptials of their daughter Chantal Eisbrenner who exchanged vows with her love, Friedrich Reyis. The wedding colours were blue, orange and purple and the supper was catered by Danny's Whole Hog. The couple has made Winnipeg their home. Best wishes to the families.
Councillors
The Rhineland municipal elections, well, we didn't need to vote. The LUD of Rosenfeld councillors came in by acclimation as follows: Sean Winter, Ron Schellenberg and Henry Janz. Laurie Schroeder stepped down after many years as one of the councillors. For Ward 5 no one ran against Jake Hoeppner and for reave, Dan Wiebe also got in by acclamation.
School trustees
The former trustee, Mike Wolfe, stepped down on the Borderland School Division and Albert Klassen of the Dominion City area now represents Ward 5. I'm not sure how that all works with Albert not of this area but let's hope he listens to the concerns of the residents. It's been reported that he had the backing of many local residents so congratulations, Albert.
Baby news
The Rosenfeld Good Neighbour Center was a scene of activity on Sunday, Sept. 28. Sharla and Amanda Wiebe hosted a baby shower for their new niece, Abigail Kendall. Abigail was born on July 1 weighing in at 7 lbs 7.6 oz and when stretched reached 19.5 inches. Tanya and Joe Wiebe of Morris are proud first time parents. Maternal grandparents are Art and Mary Ann Wiebe of Rosenfeld and paternal grandparents ore Larry and Bertha Wiebe of Altona. Great- grandmother Betty Wiebe resides in Morden. Best wishes to the families from the Rosenfeld community.
School update
The Altona and Area Family Resource Center will again offer the Stay and Play program at Rosenfeld School. It's a free drop-in program for families with children (participating ages 0 - 5). It will run every Thursday from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. beginning Oct. 9. A variety of activities are offered for the morning: playing, singing, reading books, making crafts and a snack.
Progress report
I have a steady supply of books, puzzles and quilt ideas to get me through the winter. I have a feeling that I will not be going back to work any time soon. The left ankle just doesn't like walking on concrete even though I have very good shoes. This is a reality I have come to accept and I'll just have to change direction and enjoy the view. I hope everyone takes time to enjoy this cooler weather even the farmers who must be disappointed they can't be on the fields.
Our garden has been emptied of vegetables and Dave has taken the tractor to it and mowed and mulched every plant. The tilling will need to wait due to the rain we've been having; big clumps would be the result if he attempted it now. The picked green tomatoes are ripening in the greenhouse and the dahlias and gladiola bulbs are drying; ready for the next year. The summer savory is hanging from the ceiling and all the geraniums have been repotted to be used again next year. I'd say, let the snow fly, except many farmers wouldn't want to hear that.
Eisbrenner wedding
The Eisbrenner family farm near Rosenfeld was the scene of another wedding on Saturday, Sept. 6. Terry and Gladys Eisbrenner were busy this summer preparing the yard for the nuptials of their daughter Chantal Eisbrenner who exchanged vows with her love, Friedrich Reyis. The wedding colours were blue, orange and purple and the supper was catered by Danny's Whole Hog. The couple has made Winnipeg their home. Best wishes to the families.
Councillors
The Rhineland municipal elections, well, we didn't need to vote. The LUD of Rosenfeld councillors came in by acclimation as follows: Sean Winter, Ron Schellenberg and Henry Janz. Laurie Schroeder stepped down after many years as one of the councillors. For Ward 5 no one ran against Jake Hoeppner and for reave, Dan Wiebe also got in by acclamation.
School trustees
The former trustee, Mike Wolfe, stepped down on the Borderland School Division and Albert Klassen of the Dominion City area now represents Ward 5. I'm not sure how that all works with Albert not of this area but let's hope he listens to the concerns of the residents. It's been reported that he had the backing of many local residents so congratulations, Albert.
Baby news
The Rosenfeld Good Neighbour Center was a scene of activity on Sunday, Sept. 28. Sharla and Amanda Wiebe hosted a baby shower for their new niece, Abigail Kendall. Abigail was born on July 1 weighing in at 7 lbs 7.6 oz and when stretched reached 19.5 inches. Tanya and Joe Wiebe of Morris are proud first time parents. Maternal grandparents are Art and Mary Ann Wiebe of Rosenfeld and paternal grandparents ore Larry and Bertha Wiebe of Altona. Great- grandmother Betty Wiebe resides in Morden. Best wishes to the families from the Rosenfeld community.
School update
The Altona and Area Family Resource Center will again offer the Stay and Play program at Rosenfeld School. It's a free drop-in program for families with children (participating ages 0 - 5). It will run every Thursday from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. beginning Oct. 9. A variety of activities are offered for the morning: playing, singing, reading books, making crafts and a snack.
Progress report
I have a steady supply of books, puzzles and quilt ideas to get me through the winter. I have a feeling that I will not be going back to work any time soon. The left ankle just doesn't like walking on concrete even though I have very good shoes. This is a reality I have come to accept and I'll just have to change direction and enjoy the view. I hope everyone takes time to enjoy this cooler weather even the farmers who must be disappointed they can't be on the fields.
Wednesday, 14 January 2015
September 25, 2014
Isn't this weather an answer to prayer? The farmers around here are waiting for the lentils, beans and corn to ripen and dry and the warm winds this week will definitely be the winning ticket. Many local gardeners are patiently waiting for tomatoes; some have picked only a half dozen of so. I have been more fortunate and have been able to freeze four ice-cream pains full but the rain has caused many of them to split. If these are not used the day they are picked, well, the small fruit flies are soon swarming over and in them.
The cucumbers have slowed down but the beans keep going. We're now waiting for the honeydew and watermelon. Carol and Laurie Schroeder picked two watermelon; one 17 lbs. and the other 24 lbs. They have a water pond near their garden and that sure beats town water for watering that dry month of July.
Community news
The Rosenfeld Good Neighbour Center will again be the spot to be on Saturday, Oct. 18. The ladies are busy planning for the annual fall supper to take place. Everyone is welcome to attend, enjoy the food and also check out the renovations which are beautiful.
New provider
A new internet service is coming to town and many people have called to hook up. We have had very poor service from the present providers, anywhere from having to go as slow as molasses to having no service for three days. Tower pieces were brought in last week, piers were poured on the north side of the local skating ring and the tower was set up on Friday, Sept. 19. The communities that have this server, VISP, are happy with it, so here's hoping we will be too.
Progress report
The leaves are turning colour and it's a beautiful time of the year but also a transition period of getting used to shorter daylight. I have always had difficulty with not getting enough daylight and this year is even more of a challenge. On Sept. 27 it will be a year that I've been home. I came home in a wheelchair and totally relied on Dave and homecare for my needs. I feel as though I'm grieving when I should be happy that I've come a s far as I have. I still use the walker first thing in the morning and when I'm tired in the evening but the rest of the time I use my cane.
The outside lift has been removed and I do the stairs in the garage hanging onto the railing. Once I'm tired I just stay in the house. The stairs down to the basement are still done like a two-year old; down on my bottom and up like a monkey. We have ordered an adult trike but were told that it would be a least a three- week wait. I hope to ride it before the snow flies' it will definitely give me some freedom.
Dave has given permission for me to drive the car around Rosenfeld and to the farm. I know it sounds as though he's bossy but he only has my safety in mind. The doctors have never indicated that I shouldn't drive but they don't live with me and don't know my nervous system.
The cucumbers have slowed down but the beans keep going. We're now waiting for the honeydew and watermelon. Carol and Laurie Schroeder picked two watermelon; one 17 lbs. and the other 24 lbs. They have a water pond near their garden and that sure beats town water for watering that dry month of July.
Community news
The Rosenfeld Good Neighbour Center will again be the spot to be on Saturday, Oct. 18. The ladies are busy planning for the annual fall supper to take place. Everyone is welcome to attend, enjoy the food and also check out the renovations which are beautiful.
New provider
A new internet service is coming to town and many people have called to hook up. We have had very poor service from the present providers, anywhere from having to go as slow as molasses to having no service for three days. Tower pieces were brought in last week, piers were poured on the north side of the local skating ring and the tower was set up on Friday, Sept. 19. The communities that have this server, VISP, are happy with it, so here's hoping we will be too.
Progress report
The leaves are turning colour and it's a beautiful time of the year but also a transition period of getting used to shorter daylight. I have always had difficulty with not getting enough daylight and this year is even more of a challenge. On Sept. 27 it will be a year that I've been home. I came home in a wheelchair and totally relied on Dave and homecare for my needs. I feel as though I'm grieving when I should be happy that I've come a s far as I have. I still use the walker first thing in the morning and when I'm tired in the evening but the rest of the time I use my cane.
The outside lift has been removed and I do the stairs in the garage hanging onto the railing. Once I'm tired I just stay in the house. The stairs down to the basement are still done like a two-year old; down on my bottom and up like a monkey. We have ordered an adult trike but were told that it would be a least a three- week wait. I hope to ride it before the snow flies' it will definitely give me some freedom.
Dave has given permission for me to drive the car around Rosenfeld and to the farm. I know it sounds as though he's bossy but he only has my safety in mind. The doctors have never indicated that I shouldn't drive but they don't live with me and don't know my nervous system.
September 4, 2014
It's very quiet on our street this Tuesday morning; the kids' last sleep-in morning. Ther are going to be bumps in the road for the bus route to Altona since Highway #30 is under construction. Either they'll be taking a gravel detour or definitely be late for school. Originally the sigh posted read that the project would be finished by the first week in September but it appears that it may go until the end of the month.
Harvesting is not progressing as fast as the farmers had hoped. Some areas got too much rain and the morning dew just doesn't dry until well into the afternoon. I know some farmers don't have any grain in the bin to date. Let's hope we get some drying weather soon.
The gardens are producing well and most of the gardeners state that the corn is coming to an end but the cukes and tomatoes are growing in a abundance. Our tomatoes need more heat units to get them motivated; we have only tow pails in the freezer at this point and want six. Oh well, if we don't have them I guess we won't eat quite as much spaghetti.
I would like to thank Frank Petkau for the bag of Pembina plums. These were the biggest plums I have ever seen and they turned into a wonderful red jam. If I were to name this jam, it would definitely be called Sunshine.
Bird season
This time of year is always a busy one at our house. Bird hunting season opened on Monday, Sept. 1 and the guys always try to get out onto a field to try for the prize bird. Dave, son Mike and grandson Thomas met up with Jim Schellenberg of Mitchell early Monday morning. They asked a farmer for permission who not only said yes but he and his son also accompanied them on the hunt. This turned out to be a good thing and resulted in a couple of geese for the oven. Thomas came home with a goose and Mike got a sandhill crane. Thank goodness for new cameras where you can see the photos instantly. It appears the guys enjoyed themselves.
Progress report
For my readers my healing may seem to be taking forever but when I have a breakthrough moment like I had yesterday, it is worth it. I have had a lot of difficulty getting dressed due to my knees not bending properly and being off balance. This means always sitting when getting dressed. yesterday for the first time since my accident I could stand and slide into my pant. I know that doesn't seem a huge deal but let me assure that it was. That moment was starred in my journal.
Harvesting is not progressing as fast as the farmers had hoped. Some areas got too much rain and the morning dew just doesn't dry until well into the afternoon. I know some farmers don't have any grain in the bin to date. Let's hope we get some drying weather soon.
The gardens are producing well and most of the gardeners state that the corn is coming to an end but the cukes and tomatoes are growing in a abundance. Our tomatoes need more heat units to get them motivated; we have only tow pails in the freezer at this point and want six. Oh well, if we don't have them I guess we won't eat quite as much spaghetti.
I would like to thank Frank Petkau for the bag of Pembina plums. These were the biggest plums I have ever seen and they turned into a wonderful red jam. If I were to name this jam, it would definitely be called Sunshine.
Bird season
This time of year is always a busy one at our house. Bird hunting season opened on Monday, Sept. 1 and the guys always try to get out onto a field to try for the prize bird. Dave, son Mike and grandson Thomas met up with Jim Schellenberg of Mitchell early Monday morning. They asked a farmer for permission who not only said yes but he and his son also accompanied them on the hunt. This turned out to be a good thing and resulted in a couple of geese for the oven. Thomas came home with a goose and Mike got a sandhill crane. Thank goodness for new cameras where you can see the photos instantly. It appears the guys enjoyed themselves.
Progress report
For my readers my healing may seem to be taking forever but when I have a breakthrough moment like I had yesterday, it is worth it. I have had a lot of difficulty getting dressed due to my knees not bending properly and being off balance. This means always sitting when getting dressed. yesterday for the first time since my accident I could stand and slide into my pant. I know that doesn't seem a huge deal but let me assure that it was. That moment was starred in my journal.
August 27, 2014
The weather has definitely taken a turn toward fall. The wind has a chill in it and many people are dealing with the blues along with aches in places where you normally don't think of having pain. Dave and I were going to take in the Morden Corn and Apple Festival's parade last Saturday but not if it meant sitting in a cold drizzle. We went for breakfast at Del Rios in Winkler instead. I was a bit disappointed; I didn't get to attend one parade this summer. Too many other activities popped up and choices had to be made.
The tomatoes are slowly ripening but the cucumbers are producing by the five gallon pail full. The grandkid's chickens are enjoying the ones that are as big as zucchini. Our corn didn't produce much; it stood in water too long this spring but Mike and Anna shored and some was delivered freezer ready in zip-lock bags. Who can ask for a nicer gift?
Community news
The LUD of Rosenfeld received $60,000 of gas tax revenue funding from the Rhineland Municipality this year. With an added budget of $20,000 from the Rosenfeld village, a sidewalk project has begun. Initially this was to go into a walking trail but the Main Street sidewalk was in much need of repair and it was agreed upon by the RM and village that the sidewalk would be the chosen project. The bid from three business partners; Henry Friesen Construction, Henry Peters Concrete and JBF Concrete was accepted and the first section of work has been completed. Future plans include paving the entire length of the sidewalk all the way to the south end of the village and north to Oliver Street. This would allow residents to stay on the safe path instead of on the road.
Municipal elections will be held this fall and the nomination papers for reeve and councillor are available at the RM office. Along with those positions, the LUD of Rosenfeld has three committee members chairs to fill. The nomination deadline is Tuesday, Sept. 16. If you have time and are interested in representing the community, please step forward.
Progress report
Summer has been a very good healing time for me. At times it's frustrating that I can't run but it has put a totally new perspective on life. Flowers bloom and gardens grow even though I can't pull all the weeds. I've come a long way in a year; the body is absolutely amazing in its capability to re-grow and heal. In the near future I'll be riding bike again but this time it will have three wheels instead of two; the order has been placed. The day the bike arrives will be one of those memorable moments which will go into my journal. I have had many good memories throughout this ordeal and continue to have fantastic support from friends and family. It's been a year of learning and patience for Dave and me and it's amazing to find how priorities change.
The tomatoes are slowly ripening but the cucumbers are producing by the five gallon pail full. The grandkid's chickens are enjoying the ones that are as big as zucchini. Our corn didn't produce much; it stood in water too long this spring but Mike and Anna shored and some was delivered freezer ready in zip-lock bags. Who can ask for a nicer gift?
Community news
The LUD of Rosenfeld received $60,000 of gas tax revenue funding from the Rhineland Municipality this year. With an added budget of $20,000 from the Rosenfeld village, a sidewalk project has begun. Initially this was to go into a walking trail but the Main Street sidewalk was in much need of repair and it was agreed upon by the RM and village that the sidewalk would be the chosen project. The bid from three business partners; Henry Friesen Construction, Henry Peters Concrete and JBF Concrete was accepted and the first section of work has been completed. Future plans include paving the entire length of the sidewalk all the way to the south end of the village and north to Oliver Street. This would allow residents to stay on the safe path instead of on the road.
Municipal elections will be held this fall and the nomination papers for reeve and councillor are available at the RM office. Along with those positions, the LUD of Rosenfeld has three committee members chairs to fill. The nomination deadline is Tuesday, Sept. 16. If you have time and are interested in representing the community, please step forward.
Progress report
Summer has been a very good healing time for me. At times it's frustrating that I can't run but it has put a totally new perspective on life. Flowers bloom and gardens grow even though I can't pull all the weeds. I've come a long way in a year; the body is absolutely amazing in its capability to re-grow and heal. In the near future I'll be riding bike again but this time it will have three wheels instead of two; the order has been placed. The day the bike arrives will be one of those memorable moments which will go into my journal. I have had many good memories throughout this ordeal and continue to have fantastic support from friends and family. It's been a year of learning and patience for Dave and me and it's amazing to find how priorities change.
August 21, 2015
Wow, is it ever a foggy Tuesday morning and my head feels the same way. I have a very sore shoulder and I've taken some pills to help cope with the pain and I hope my thought process isn't affected too much. I finally have some community news but I'll keep it until next week when I will be more coherent.
Quilt tour
Two of my sisters, Susie and Eva, and I took in part of a quilt tour on Saturday, Aug. 17. Our first stop was in Ponemah Beach Central "Thera Piecers. The display which was held in an old historic building may have been small but was very interesting, well done and hosted by very friendly ladies. The washroom featured some very interesting articles, one of which was a pink fancy corset. Then were on our way to Winnipeg Beach where the display was found at the local Legion Hall. This was a more formal display where gloves were handed to viewers for touching the quilts so as not to get the quilts dirty. all attendees were given ballots to choose their favourite piece. After this was the job of finding a place to eat which took us to Salty's for a burger. It was a great day.
Quilt tour
Two of my sisters, Susie and Eva, and I took in part of a quilt tour on Saturday, Aug. 17. Our first stop was in Ponemah Beach Central "Thera Piecers. The display which was held in an old historic building may have been small but was very interesting, well done and hosted by very friendly ladies. The washroom featured some very interesting articles, one of which was a pink fancy corset. Then were on our way to Winnipeg Beach where the display was found at the local Legion Hall. This was a more formal display where gloves were handed to viewers for touching the quilts so as not to get the quilts dirty. all attendees were given ballots to choose their favourite piece. After this was the job of finding a place to eat which took us to Salty's for a burger. It was a great day.
July 31, 2014
The summer is flying by at a speed which makes a person dizzy. Every Monday the forecast proclaims the next weekend will be sizzling hot and by Tuesday the temperatures have changed. It's becoming a game to see how fast the forecast will be changed. One good thing is that the price at the gas pumps is steadily going down. I hope I haven't spiked this trend by commenting so I'll knock on wood and hope the trend continues.
The gardens are starting to kick in and the beans, carrots and cucumbers ore producing well. Our peas had too much moisture and after two pickings are basically done. The radishes went to seed in record time and the watermelon are waiting for those hot temperatures which don't seem to last more that a day. The nights are cool which is good for sleeping but not so good for ripening tomatoes. People who planted peppers are complaining that the plants are no bigger than when originally planted. They also need the heat for more than a day. But the lilies look great and we have not seen that lily beetle in this area, yet. Our poppy garden is almost finished blooming but the bachelor buttons and calendula have taken over and with the help of the dahlias the garden is still a blaze of colour.
Just married
Best wishes go out to Armando Loewen of Rosenfeld and Annie Harder of the Winkler area who exchanged vows on July 19 at the Altona Rhineland Church. The celebration meal which featured Mexican chicken as the main course was held in a massive tent set up at the skating rink in Rosenfeld. the couple will be making Winkler their home and the Rosenfeld community wishes them all the best.
Family gathering
Mike and Anna Wolfe's farmyard was filled with vehicles and laughter on Saturday, July 26 when the Friesen clan descended onto the yard. Approximately 50 people enjoyed the superb noon day meal which included the traditional varenika and farmer sausage. This year Mike Wolfe added his own touch with a leg of pork which had been on the smoker all night. The meat had a delicate smoked flavour and was so soft you could cut it with a fork. The guest brought a variety of salads and desserts and no one went home hungry. Three family members celebrated birthdays the month; Thomas Wolfe - July 14, Ben Friesen - July 17 and Aunt Anna Friesen - July 21, so we had a big birthday cake. The rain held off until late afternoon and that was a good thing.
Progress report
With all the activities the past weekend, I must confess I overdid it a bit. Not only did we have the family gathering but Altona celebrated its 50th Sunflower Festival. We didn't make it to the parade on Saturday but I took in the quilt show and car show on Sunday. My brother Martin had two cars at the show so pictures had to be taken. My ankles began to hurt before the free watermelon and rollkuchen in the park so Dave and I headed home. Someone gave me information concerning ankle replacement so I googled it on the Mayo Clinic website and will be discussing this with my surgeon next week Tuesday. I would like to go for a so called normal walk on these wonderful summer evenings. It's only with the help of family and friends that I manage to stay positive.
The gardens are starting to kick in and the beans, carrots and cucumbers ore producing well. Our peas had too much moisture and after two pickings are basically done. The radishes went to seed in record time and the watermelon are waiting for those hot temperatures which don't seem to last more that a day. The nights are cool which is good for sleeping but not so good for ripening tomatoes. People who planted peppers are complaining that the plants are no bigger than when originally planted. They also need the heat for more than a day. But the lilies look great and we have not seen that lily beetle in this area, yet. Our poppy garden is almost finished blooming but the bachelor buttons and calendula have taken over and with the help of the dahlias the garden is still a blaze of colour.
Just married
Best wishes go out to Armando Loewen of Rosenfeld and Annie Harder of the Winkler area who exchanged vows on July 19 at the Altona Rhineland Church. The celebration meal which featured Mexican chicken as the main course was held in a massive tent set up at the skating rink in Rosenfeld. the couple will be making Winkler their home and the Rosenfeld community wishes them all the best.
Family gathering
Mike and Anna Wolfe's farmyard was filled with vehicles and laughter on Saturday, July 26 when the Friesen clan descended onto the yard. Approximately 50 people enjoyed the superb noon day meal which included the traditional varenika and farmer sausage. This year Mike Wolfe added his own touch with a leg of pork which had been on the smoker all night. The meat had a delicate smoked flavour and was so soft you could cut it with a fork. The guest brought a variety of salads and desserts and no one went home hungry. Three family members celebrated birthdays the month; Thomas Wolfe - July 14, Ben Friesen - July 17 and Aunt Anna Friesen - July 21, so we had a big birthday cake. The rain held off until late afternoon and that was a good thing.
Progress report
With all the activities the past weekend, I must confess I overdid it a bit. Not only did we have the family gathering but Altona celebrated its 50th Sunflower Festival. We didn't make it to the parade on Saturday but I took in the quilt show and car show on Sunday. My brother Martin had two cars at the show so pictures had to be taken. My ankles began to hurt before the free watermelon and rollkuchen in the park so Dave and I headed home. Someone gave me information concerning ankle replacement so I googled it on the Mayo Clinic website and will be discussing this with my surgeon next week Tuesday. I would like to go for a so called normal walk on these wonderful summer evenings. It's only with the help of family and friends that I manage to stay positive.
July 24
What a busy week this is becoming. I had planned a shopping trip to Winnipeg with our daughter-in-law, Anna, for Monday and the family gathering on Saturday. But the week had a mind of its own and Tuesday morning turned into a chat fest when two friends, Julie Hildebrand and Helen Kuhl dropped by for coffee in the morning. I had to hurry to get the column done and it will be late getting sent to the newspaper.
Blues in the Park
Our son, Mike, and I spent the afternoon on Saturday, July 19 at the Altona park listening to music. We didn't stay to hear all the groups because they began at 11 in the morning and went till 10 at night but we enjoyed the ones we did hear. The lead singer, Richard Neufeld, of the 3rd Degree had a voice with a bit of the Louis Armstrong sound which was totally unexpected. I have known Richard for years and , in fact, he was my boss at one point but I'd never heard this side of him. The next band, The Perpetrators, was from Winnipeg and was absolutely awesome. They had a very nice bluesy sound and had everyone moving in their chairs and there was some dancing going on. I definitely will be attending again next year.
Condolences
Dave and I would like to wish a fond farewell to John B. Wiebe of Morden. John, 85, passed away on Friday, July 11. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn and two daughters, three sons and their families. A private service was held.
John had a very full life from being a minister, school principal at W.C. Miller, owner of Wiebe Farm Power in Plum Coulee to farming with his sons. Dave worked with John during his ownership of the farm business in Plum Coulee. My first experience with John occurred in 1969. One of his sons, Gerald, often came to our house and at one point had his vehicle in the garage and so drove up in hi dad's big Chrysler. Dave and Gerald left for the day and like usual lost all track of time. I needed milk for Mike who was just a little stinker at the time so at five minutes to 6:00 I packed up and into the that big boat.
We drove a Volkswagen at that time so this vehicle was trice as long as ours and backing off the driveway had me very nervous. Don't you know, when I turned to get onto the street I crunched the driver's side fender on a tree beside the driveway. I was totally distraught but went to get milk and waited for the guys to get back. All John said later was that it would have been nice if he could have been the one putting the first dent into the car. I think that says it all.
Blues in the Park
Our son, Mike, and I spent the afternoon on Saturday, July 19 at the Altona park listening to music. We didn't stay to hear all the groups because they began at 11 in the morning and went till 10 at night but we enjoyed the ones we did hear. The lead singer, Richard Neufeld, of the 3rd Degree had a voice with a bit of the Louis Armstrong sound which was totally unexpected. I have known Richard for years and , in fact, he was my boss at one point but I'd never heard this side of him. The next band, The Perpetrators, was from Winnipeg and was absolutely awesome. They had a very nice bluesy sound and had everyone moving in their chairs and there was some dancing going on. I definitely will be attending again next year.
Condolences
Dave and I would like to wish a fond farewell to John B. Wiebe of Morden. John, 85, passed away on Friday, July 11. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn and two daughters, three sons and their families. A private service was held.
John had a very full life from being a minister, school principal at W.C. Miller, owner of Wiebe Farm Power in Plum Coulee to farming with his sons. Dave worked with John during his ownership of the farm business in Plum Coulee. My first experience with John occurred in 1969. One of his sons, Gerald, often came to our house and at one point had his vehicle in the garage and so drove up in hi dad's big Chrysler. Dave and Gerald left for the day and like usual lost all track of time. I needed milk for Mike who was just a little stinker at the time so at five minutes to 6:00 I packed up and into the that big boat.
We drove a Volkswagen at that time so this vehicle was trice as long as ours and backing off the driveway had me very nervous. Don't you know, when I turned to get onto the street I crunched the driver's side fender on a tree beside the driveway. I was totally distraught but went to get milk and waited for the guys to get back. All John said later was that it would have been nice if he could have been the one putting the first dent into the car. I think that says it all.
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