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- Brad
- Former adult teacher who loves island beaches. Happy homebody and family man; once devoted dog owner, now without Tashi, my Tibetan Terrier. I prefer the absurdity of the imagination to the absurdity of imagining nothing.
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The Game of Snooker
Snooker is a pool game that requires the player,s knowledge of geometry. Skilled players spend lots of time of practice to improve their skills. A good strategy to win the game is to aim at the target ball accurately, to figure out the angle properly, and to hide the cue ball from the target ball against your rival skillfully. Excellent players know how to pot their target ball with a minimum risk. The game is challenging and interesting. Since I have played snooker and learned many aspects, I become an enthusiastic player. I have learned many losing and enjoyed winning the game against better players.
An Incredible Remark
Long time ago, Alex Wong was a playful nine-year-old boy. The accustomed school murmur rose upon the dull air that completed him into a daily dream. He woke up by the stick falling on his hand. The teacher questioned him "what is your answer?” Alex had no idea what the hell it was going on. Thus he got two more beat and a remark ”you are stupid.” Then he said to himself “I won’t be beat and stupid anymore.” So he studied head at that night and well prepared tomorrow’s lesson. His effort leaded him to answer questions the most quickly and correctly in the class that impressed the teacher. However, Alex attained one more beat and an incredible remark "you are not stupid, you are lazy.” This lesson he had never forgot. Therefore he told his children and grandchildren to encourage them “don’t be lazy”.
Suzanne,
I think your feature on "The Game of Snooker" will be stronger if you introduce the piece with a short, personal anecdote. Perhaps you can describe a particularly exciting game you played in or have seen? Look on page 49 of your handout and follow the Wall Street Journal style for features.
Safeguarding Our Kids.
We all want our kids to be safe, regardless of where they are. How do we talk to our little ones about pedophiles? What is appropriate? What age do we begin these conversations?
As a Mother I have my own experience to share. At age two I began telling my son that the areas his bathing suit covered were areas that were off limits. If someone, anyone touched him there he was to yell no, tell the nearest adult, his through the years I’ve expanded information as I thought was appropriate. I have talked to him about what strangers might say to get him to go with them. I told him about a story I read about a little girl who had been the victim of an attempted abduction. She held onto her bike while a man tried to put her in his car. The man couldn’t get the girl and the bike to fit. My advice to my son: Hold onto your bike in the same situation.
Brad.
Don't know if I have the right idea here or not.
What do you think? It's a tough thing to write about. Any other ideas?
I always think that the most stupid thing our human being has been doing is too arrogant that we considered ourselves to be superior to other creatures in the world. However, if we could come off our perch and hold an attitude of admiring and modest to the other animals, we would realize that there were a lot of things we could learn from them. I’d like to share my perspectives with you guys on this issue in a series. I call it Learning from Animals.
Chapter One: Learning from Cats—distance makes beauty.
People who have owned or used to own the cats know that cats don’t like too close with the people, even though with their owners. Most time, cats like to maintain a certain distance, around arms length, between the owners and themselves; with this distance, they can watch you clearly but you can’t reach them. Occasionally, they might jump on your knees and run away before you really wanted them to stay longer. That’s what cats are. You might dislike cats for tens of reasons but none of them was because cats were stuck with you too much. Unlike cats, dogs seem to be eager to stay with the owners all day. That’s why I can’t imagine having a dog as my pet. No matter how gorgeous and lovely dogs they look like, my all good feel to them would be totally gone when they licked my face with their watering tongues and messed up my suits with their front paws.
In our daily life, we all supposed to have the same experience, that is, if some one stuck with us like a leech, no matter it would be friends, or co-workers, even husband and wife would make us feel tired and upset. I think if we could behave like cats on getting along with others, keep a certain distance, it would make ourselves more welcome, respected and prized.
I always believe the saying: Its allure is its remoteness
Culture differences between Chinese and Canadian always amuse me; I’d like sharing some with you.
A Boy and His Parents
A new born boy came in winter time. If his parents wrapped him in many pieces of clothes, he was a Chinese boy; if only a diaper, a Canadian boy.
A baby boy tripped over the root of a tree. If his parents ran at him, gathered up him, and comforted him immediately, he was a Chinese boy; if let him to pick himself up, a Canadian boy.
A teenage boy did a bad thing. If his parents punished him by making him stay outside the door, he was a Chinese boy; if inside the door, a Canadian boy.
Stacey,
I think you have the right idea by making it personal and using your own examples.
For structure, why not address each of the questions you pose at the beginning in a short paragraph?
Also, using subheads (like mini headlines) can help to organize an article found on the web.
Catherine,
I'd like a bit fuller explanations of the differences (although I find them very interesting nevertheless!). Be careful of overgeneralizing, too, as I think most Canadian parents *would* pick up a boy who fell!
As far as locking a child outside, I've seen that myself one time in my neighbourhood. That could get you in trouble in Canada, that's sure.
Can you expand on the "why" of the behaviours, particularly on the Chinese side of things where you are most familiar?
Larry,
I like your piece so far. The introduction to a series is a good idea. Perhaps "guys" is too informal an address to the readers?
Will you include pieces on other pets? Or, perhaps I could do a guest column on dogs (don't worry, I like both dogs and cats, actually!)
Hi, Brad,
Thanks for your reminder!
I’ll pay attention to my words and think about why.
I’d like to write a series, too!
Hi,Brad:
Yes, I will include pieces on other pets. Actually, what i mean is not pets only but wild animals also,like coyotes. Every time, when i happen to meet some coyotes at some corners in our city, i'm always moved by somethings in their eyes...Yes, facing the habitat that belong to them are getting smaller and smaller, they still fight for survival. Definitely, there are some thing we could learn from coyotes.
Come on, Brad, let's work together for the column "Learning from Animals." I'm very keen on hearing from you what we could learn from dogs.
Larry,
I've added a cat clipart to the page and renamed it to "Learning from Animals.
I'd be very interested in contributing as a guest columnist.
Hi Catherine.
I wasn't offended by your story because I know you. Others might not like being told they're not good parents because they're Canadian though. This may not have been the message you were trying to convey but it's the message I got from reading it. We will have a diverse readership. It's probably not a good idea to insult them.
See you Thursday.
The Game of Snooker
"Join the ladies for a game of snooker. Beginners are most welcome,----." at Dogwood Pavilion, a senior center. I was attracted by this bulletin and decided to explore this activity four years ago. At the start, I made poor shots. I got disappointed when players avoided playing with me. Then I resolved to improve my skill by practicing daily. Later, I have not only satisfied with my improvement when I beat more skillful players, but I have also learned a practical philosophy that everyone has to learn from mistake. No matter how talented the skillful players possess, they need to learn from many experiences. After two years practice, I won a runner-up game in the annual competition at Dogwood Pavilion. Now I become an enthusiastic player. So, ladies, try snooker and give yourself an accomplishment.
Suzanne,
Nicely revised. Much livelier and more interesting, too!
Dear Stacey,
I really didn’t mean to insult anyone; I just want to show they have different ideas and ways about how to care of children.
I’m sorry for my unclear expression! I think that’s why Brad asked me to explain more.
I’ve noticed many Chinese parents putting on their children too much clothes, but I don’t why.
I’ve interviewed some Chinese parents this weekend and I’ll try to rewrite my assignment as soon as possible.
Personally, I prefer wearing a little of cloth.
Thank you for your reminder!
The Speedy Cooking : Baked Mussel
Ingredients:
2lb mussel (in half shell)
1 small onion
1/2 green pepper
1/2 red pepper
2-3 teaspoons seasoned capelin caviar (MASAGO)
2-3 tablespoons mayonaise
Directions:
1.Check mussels-- wash quickly under cold running water and trim off the beard around edges of shell.
2.Preheat oven to 350 F. Peel onion, wash vegetables, remove core from peppers, and chop finely .
3.In a medium-sized bowl, mix all ingredients except mussels.
4.Spoon vegitables and mayonaise mixture onto each mussel shell. Spread surface evenly.
5.Place mussel shells on a baking pan
and put in the oven for 20 minutes.
Tips :If you are cheese lover,sprinkle with grated Mozzarella or Parmesan cheese after
turn off the oven.
Rosaria,
How about writing an introduction to the recipe? About 50 to 75 words. Sell it as the best tasting or something! Make me hungry . . .
Keeping Kids Safe in a Dangerous World
Stacey Clements
We live in dangerous times. How do we keep our kids safe in a world full of predators? What age is appropriate for this discussion? What is the best way to approach these topics with our children?
Every day our children are victims of abduction, molestation, murder. The world as it stands lacks the safety we wish was there for our families. The state of the planet is scary but there are things we can do to safeguard our kids. Honesty is the best policy for me with my own child. Things I tell him scare him sometimes but I think children need to be aware of who and what is out there.
We all need to introduce this subject to our children sensitively. Age is important and if we give too much information not enough is taken in. At age two I began telling my son that the areas his bathing suit covered were areas that were off limits. I also told him that he could and should yell as loudly as he could “NO!” and tell the nearest adult he trusted. He’s been told that he can tell his teacher or any employee at his school if something inappropriate occurs. He’s been taught that no matter who it is that does something like this, even if it’s someone he thought was his friend or mine is wrong and he is completely without fault.
We need to arm our children with as much information as we can at different times in their lives. My son is now eight and we’ve gone on to discussing what to do if somebody tried to get him in their car. I told him about a story I read about a girl who was the victim of an attempted abduction. A man tried to force the girl in his car. She resisted by yelling and holding onto her bike. The man could not fit the girl and the bike in the car so eventually let both go.
It is a difficult topic to think about. It’s a more difficult thing to discuss with our children but I for one would rather the temporary discomfort of the conversation to the lifetime of sorrow I might have if I was not honest with my child.
Music in New West
Greater Vancouver and particularly the city of New Westminster is an amazing place for music of every flavor and affordability. There are at least three places where people can enjoy good music without spending much.
First and the best place is Douglas College Performing Art Theatre that hosts Thursday noon (12:30-1:30) concerts during the season from September till June. They always present a wide variety of instruments and styles of music (classic, chamber, modern and classic jazz) with a high quality of performance. Free admission makes them even more attractive to general public. From time to time, Douglas College also hosts different evening events such as Jazz Night Bands, Student Composition and College Chorus and Chorale Concerts for free.
Second best destination is Queens Avenue United Church on 6th Street that has a great concert hall with a marvelous organ where music lovers will find another choice of affordable good music: from chamber concerts and recitals (concerts for the soloists) to West Cost Symphony Orchestra performances. The price for the above is less than $20 or very often by donation (that means give whatever you can afford).
The third place of choice is the Massey Theatre that gives its stage to the New Westminster Symphony Orchestra performances or its collaborative works with the Ballet Academy of Richmond with the admission by donation.
So, if you have time and desire, you always can enjoy good quality music within our small, but friendly and generous city. Watch for ads in the local newspapers The Record and News Leader, choose your favorite concert, bring your family along (kids are welcome) and enjoy the advantage of Greater Vancouver’s musical life.
Who is dumber?
Thoughts on the notice from school
“Student-led Conferences” are coming up at my kids’ elementary school. If it sounds unfamiliar, this is what we do: parents visit the classroom; kids show their work—journals, art projects, and such; we compliment their efforts and chit-chat with teachers.
It’s a casual meeting which takes only fifteen minutes. This year, it came with a page full of list, “SUGGESTIONS FOR PARENTS BEFORE CONFERENCES.” And this is the most ridiculous thing I’ve ever heard.
First, it claims the list “will help ensure a successful experience for you and your child.”
I’m already suspicious and feel a danger. The list is conveniently categorised in three parts—A. Before the Conference, B. During the Conference, and C. At the Closing of the Conference.
*A1: Make this a time when your child has your undivided attention—no siblings please.*
How thoughtful is that! Do you see the underline? School knows that most students have siblings and many are very young, like toddlers and babies. Should parents hire a babysitter or arrange childcare voluntarily? Talk about inconsideration. Not practical at all. The word “undivided attention” is so textbook-perfect that it makes me ill. What’s wrong with taking brothers and sisters and make it family affair? Tell me!
And this is only a start.
*A2: Sit on the same side of the table as your child.*
Huh? I thought we are grownups, not five-years-olds. Do we need to be told where to sit?
This is nuts! Let’s fastforward to B section.
*B1: Focus on the positives.
B2: SMILE!*
Capital letters! With an exclamation mark! They want to enforcing facial expression! Ugh! NOOOOO! NEVERRRR!
*B5: Employ active listening skills.
a. Use eye contact.
b. Maintain positive body language.
c. Listen attentively.
d. Paraphrase.*
What does that mean exactly? How long do I have to stare at the kid? “Positive” means grinning like an idiot, or what?
The list goes on, but at this point, sense of hopelessness comes over me. I can’t continue. We would never understand each other.
*Back off, school officials!*
I’m sick of their self-righteousness. Burn those how-to-run-everything-according-to-us books. We, parents, do have common sense, so quit instructing us! And don’t ever think rules are almighty. Most of them are bogus. Like this one: snowball fight not allowed in a school ground.
Why is that? Because someone’s “feelings get hurt”? They are ripping off kids’ fun as well as lessons to be learned. What do you do if you are attacked? Fight back or retreat in a classroom, and either way is fine, ain’t it? Instead of forbidding, explain fair game and sportsmanship. Oh yeah, but that’s too much trouble, I forgot. Just say no and school runs smoothly without an incident, thanks for the great rules.
I thought about boycotting the conference. But no, I can’t let down my kids. So I’ll go to my second grader’s classroom with his sister and my neighbour’s four-year-old (voluntary child care). I ignore section C’s “share two compliments before one area for improvement”; we sit together, hail, and praise him like hell until he begs to stop. I might get detention, but who cares?
519 words including sub-heads
The conference is today. So I’ll be late for the class about 45 minutes.
Personally I very much like both of my kids’ teachers. Just the notice gets on my nerves.
A Favorite Pastime for Tokyoites:
Going Onsen
Going Onsen, hot springs, is one of Japanese popular customs in former days, which is still in the best spotlight among Tokyoites to spend delightful weekends.
Needless to say, the life of Tokyo is too busy; accordingly, the people desire a relaxation and an enjoyment to cope with the stressful circumstances.
Onsen has many effects on humans’ health. It is a remedy, refreshing our weary minds and bodies, providing a healing in which we can produce a calm feeling. Soaking in a hot spring water can work for a muscle pain, a backache and blood circulations. Also, each hot mineral water has a cure for some miner illnesses. Especially for Japanese women, Onsen is a pleasant treat since it can help for dieters and skin problems.
Onsen is the place where we can enjoy a social activity as well. Normally, the hotels and the accommodations associate the Onsen resorts, or the major hotels have their own huge hot spas in the buildings, so the visitors can relax the stay, dining and chatting with their families, friends or lovers.
Currently, the Onsen facilities in Tokyo and its surrounding prefectures have become well modernized. These new facilities enable to serve various generations, as well as welcoming foreign visitors with a reasonable, a nifty manner.
Tokyoites tend to be Onsen fans because keeping a healthy lifestyle is their liking. As they work seriously, they are willing to balance work with pastime.
(238 words)
--The spas in Tokyo
Watashi to Tokyo:
http://smt.blogs.com/tokyo_health
/2004/09/tokyo_ spa_and_b.html
A Boy and His Parents
A new born boy just came. If he was wrapped by very thick clothing, he was a Chinese boy; if only a diaper, a Canadian boy.
Many Chinese parents are accustomed to wrap their babies too much; traditionally, they think warm clothing helps to ward off a cold.
Canadian doctors consider that babies should never be overclothed; underdressing administers to build up immune ability of a baby.
A baby boy tripped over the root of a tree. If his parents ran at him, gathered up him, and comforted him immediately, he was a Chinese boy; if let him to pick himself up, a Canadian boy.
Chinese parents think they should help him because he is too young to stand up by himself.
Canadian parents prefer to encourage the baby to stand up by himself because they believe the abilities of a baby. They’ve fostered their children to be independent from childhood.
A teenage boy did a wrong thing. If he was punished by staying outside the door, he was a Chinese boy; if he was punished by staying inside the door, a Canadian boy.
Chinese culture emphasizes the family attachment; to refuse him going into the home is a serious punishment.
I think Canadian culture emphasizes freedom; to refuse him going out to play might be the worst punishment for him.
Flying after the Sun
Flying to La Reunion from HongKong is
like to drinking a glass of champagne facing an endless sunset. La Reunion is a small island lost in the South Indian Ocean, a French outre-mer department. Flying from West to East in a game of Hide-and-See with the sun. Departure from the airport of Hongkong at 4:00pm, 6 hours after, the sun still puts its golden steps everywhere in the plane.
Different from other international flight, this plane is filled by tropical aromas and relaxed chatting and loudly laughing. My neighbour, a lady in bright green leaves and purple orchid, is feeding her bird-like daughter.
I have to stop here. My laptop is out of battery. To continue...
Hi, every one,
I put three subheads on my assignment. It is much easier and clearer to read and understand, isn’t it?
Differences between Different Cultures
Since I immigrated to Canada, I’ve found many differences between Chinese and Western people. For example, Chinese people have very different views on how to take care of and educate a child.
Dressing a Baby
A new born boy just came. If he was wrapped by many layer clothing like an onion, he was a Chinese boy; if only a sleeper or even a diaper, maybe not.
Many Chinese parents are wont to wrap their babies too much because they think warm clothing helps to ward off a cold.
Western doctors consider that babies should never be overclothed; underdressing a baby helps to build up his immune ability.
Independence
A baby boy tripped over the root of a tree. If his parents ran at him, gathered up him, and comforted him immediately, he was a Chinese boy; if they let him to pick himself up, he should be not.
Chinese parents think they should help the baby because he is too young to stand up by himself.
Many Western parents prefer to encourage the baby to stand up by himself because they believe the baby has the ability. They’ve fostered their children to be independent from childhood.
Punishment
A teenage boy did a bad thing. If he was punished by staying outside the door, he was a Chinese boy; if he was punished by staying inside the door, usually, he is a Western boy.
Chinese culture emphasizes the family attachment; to refuse him going into the house is a serious punishment.
I think Western culture emphasizes freedom; to forbid him going out to play might be the worst punishment for him.
DEAL WITH INFIDELITY
In recent society, the relationship between men and women are extremely close, especially on the "InterNet". It could easily trap your lover into another love affair. In order to avoid the infidelity of your lover/spouse, I suggest you to pledge an immaculate love to him/her first, then broaden your own mind to set your lover free if he/she intends to leave you; otherwise, leave infidelity to the legal creeds to help you out.
Obviously, love for most people is like a whirlpoor. Since your are sucked into it, it makes you blind, confused, or even can't jumpt out of it. Although love is an incredible sweetnes, but mostly it leaves you a painful scar forever. In order to prevent your lover from fornicating with someone else, you should actively pledge an immaculate love to him/her in advance, and let your lover/spouse knows that your love for them is irreplaceable. Give up some of your hobbies in order to coodinate with your lover. Tolerate and sacrifice for them instead of complaining, that could recapture your lover's heart again. Anyhow, irrigate your own garden with your love and care. Automatically the flowers of love will reflourish again for you.
If your spouse/lover intends to leave for someone better, then let him/her go with your sincere blessing. Don't try to fight because their heart no longer belongs to you anyway. This is the time for you to switch your mind to other hobbies, or temporarily forget your painfulness. Let the time flush out your sorrow and heal your wounds.
If you are a billionaire, why don't yuou sign a prenup before your marriage, but be cautious, the prenup may ruin your relationship because of distrust.
If you have a lover/spouse already, be precious for what you have,and give them a free choice for their own life; otherwise, you could depend on a premarital agreement to guide your marriage, or at least could protect some of your previledges during the divorce.
Strongly suggest that Pearson Buzz opens a column for Mr.Ben Liu. The column could be named "Doctor Liu" or something like that. It would give some help and advices to those who were facing the problem about INFIDELITY. Indeed, the issue of infidelity exists and is becoming increasingly commonplace in our real life, especially among the new immigrants. We read and watch from newspapers and TV that numerous tragedyies caused by infidelity happen everyday at every corners in the world, some of them even happen around us. I believe Ben, as a columnist, would be able to give a hand to those who need help.
Hi Brad.
I'm very interested to know what you think of my second revision. I know I need to crop a bunch of words out.
Anyways....I agree with Larry. I think a Dear Anyone column would be great but I think we should all take turns doing it. It would be tons of fun for everyone to try their hands at.
Stacey,
I think the article works well and isn't too wordy. Breaking up the longer paragraphs into 2 shorter ones is a good idea. Where would you break them? (try for a logical spot; a transition, perhaps)
I'd like to see subheads for each of the three main ideas. It's your best essay so far.
Ben,
Remove all the "he/she" and "her/him" from your piece, first of all.
I'd take out "fornicating" and put in something like "chooses another lover" or some such.
You can break up the second paragraph into two or even three shorter ones. Try to find a way to do that.
Larry,
Sounds like a fun idea. An advice column! We could have a made-up name for our doctor, so we could take turns providing advice.
Dr. Who? Any ideas?
Catherine,
Indeed your article has improved with your changes. It's much more sensitive to the readership (audience) and so is less likely to offend and more likely to inform.
Helena,
I want to hear more! Your eye for description is vital to a travel column. I once had a homestay student from La Reunion stay with me for some months. You are lucky to have visited!
Natalia,
Good, well-researched information. I bet we can find links for each of the three to help other students find essential information more easily. Do you have Web pages to suggest?
Hiromi,
I laughed and laughed (and shook my head). How did the other students react to this? Sorry to miss that in class last Thursday. I do think that the snowball scene is an unnecessary aside. Perhaps save it for a separate rant? Bravo!
Hello everyone
Sometimes it seems like I fall out of existence because I don't use the blog often.
Your articles are great, but we do need editors with confidence. Don't hesitate to chop some sentences short (by 10 %).
I'm planning an article about canucks place, a house that cares for terminal children.
The canucks make appearances to support the special children and their families.
It's a delicate subject and must be tasteful.
I'll have more soon.
Hi, James
Thanks for reminding.
Good suggestion! It helps for revising.
Your topic sounds interesting and meaningful. Hope to read your article soon.
Keeping Kids Safe in a Dangerous World
Stacey Clements
Dangerous Times;
We live in dangerous times. How do we keep our kids safe in a world full of predators? What age is appropriate for this discussion? What is the best way to approach these topics with our children?
Frank Conversation;
Every day our children are victims of abduction, molestation, murder. The world lacks the safety we wish was there for our families. The state of the planet is scary but there are things we can do to safeguard our kids. Honesty is the best policy with my own child. Things I say scare him sometimes but children need to be aware of who and what is out there.
Sensitive Information at a sensitive age;
We all need to introduce this subject to our children sensitively. Age is important. At two I began telling my son that the areas his bathing suit covered were areas that were off limits. I told him that he could and should yell as loudly as he could “NO!” Tell the nearest adult he trusted. He’s been told that he can tell his teacher or any employee at his school if something inappropriate occurs. He’s been taught that no matter who it is that does something like this, even if it’s someone he thought was his friend or mine is wrong and he is completely without fault.
Knowledge is power;
We need to arm our children with as much information as we can at different times in their lives. My son is now eight and we’ve gone on to discussing what to do if somebody tried to get him in their car. I told him about a story I read about a girl who was the victim of an attempted abduction. A man tried to force the girl in his car. She resisted by yelling and holding onto her bike. The man could not fit the girl and the bike in the car so eventually let both go.
Truth above discomfort;
It’s a difficult topic to think about. It’s a more difficult thing to discuss with our children. I for one would rather the temporary discomfort of the conversation to the lifetime of sorrow I might have were I not honest with my child.
Hi Brad.
I took some little words out and added some subheadings. Hope it's ok. Looking forward to seeing you all tomorrow.
The Speedy Cooking: Baked Mussel
As time goes by, people prefer to follow a simple recipe. This dish will be perfect for every different people: simple, delicious, tasty, healthy, and suitable. My dish will stimulate your appetite, because it will harmonize well with your bread, rice, or pasta.
Ingredients:
2lb mussel (in half shell)
1 small onion
1/2 green pepper
1/2 red pepper
2-3 teaspoons seasoned capelin caviar (MASAGO)
2-3 tablespoons mayonnaise
Directions:
1. Check mussels-- wash quickly under cold running water and trim off the beard around edges of shell.
2. Preheat oven to 350 F. Peel onion, wash vegetables, remove core from peppers, and chop finely.
3. In a medium-sized bowl, mix all ingredients except mussels.
4. Spoon vegetables and mayonnaise mixture onto each mussel shell. Spread surface evenly.
5. Place mussel shells on a baking pan
and put in the oven for 20 minutes.
Tips: If you are cheese lover, sprinkle with grated Mozzarella or Parmesan cheese after
turn off the oven. You can buy the frozen mussel and MASAGO at the TNT or SUPER STORE.
*The frozen mussel in half shell from NEW ZEALAND: 2LB $8.99 at the TNT, 1LB $3.98 at the SUPER STORE.
*The frozen MASAGO, seasoned
Capelin Caviar: 300g $7.99 at the TNT, 100g $2.99 at the H mart on the NORTH ROAD. The Speedy Cooking : Baked Mussel
Ingredients:
2lb mussel (in half shell)
1 small onion
1/2 green pepper
1/2 red pepper
2-3 teaspoons seasoned capelin caviar (MASAGO)
2-3 tablespoons mayonnaise
Directions:
1.Check mussels-- wash quickly under cold running water and trim off the beard around edges of shell.
2. Preheat oven to 350 F. Peel onion, wash vegetables, remove core from peppers, and chop finely.
3. In a medium-sized bowl, mix all ingredients except mussels.
4. Spoon vegetables and mayonnaise mixture onto each mussel shell. Spread surface evenly.
5. Place mussel shells on a baking pan
and put in the oven for 20 minutes.
Tips: If you are cheese lover, sprinkle with grated Mozzarella or Parmesan cheese after
turn off the oven. You can buy the frozen mussel and MASAGO at the TNT or SUPER STORE.
*The frozen mussel in half shell from NEW ZEALAND: 2LB $8.99 at the TNT, 1LB $3.98 at the SUPER STORE.
*The frozen MASAGO, seasoned Capelin Caviar: 300g $7.99 at the TNT, 100g $2.99 at the H mart on the NORTH ROAD.
The Canucks at Home
Hockey is a wonderful sport and professional hockey has seen many good seasons. Each year players compete for the glory of The Stanley Cup, a trophy etched with the names of the winners.
The Vancouver Canucks have never captured the cup. On and off the ice however, the humble team has proven themselves winners.
On a recent home stand, they won three games and lost none. The team’s whole hearted efforts have landed them neck and neck for first in their division, among Calgary and Minnesota. Holding their ground at first in the division would secure third place in the Western Conference, a lofty playoff spot.
Eighth place would do for our star goaltender Roberto Luongo, who has never recorded a playoff appearance. Luongo has performed superbly under pressure of games every other day, bringing home win after win.
If there is a Stanley Cup in the Canucks’ future, you can bet he’ll be minding the net.
Off the ice you’ll find him joining his teammates at Canuck place, meeting very special children undergoing treatment.
Canuck Place Children’s Hospice, founded 1995, offers palliative or “comfort” care to children with life-limiting diseases and their families. Canuck Place embodies a philosophy of care, enhancing the everyday lives of the patients through therapy, symptom management and support in fulfilling life’s goals. Individualized care programs are developed ensuring that the patient’s moral and religious beliefs are honored.
Canuck Place cares for children 19 and under, giving the freedom they need to explore art, music and free recreation.
Bereavement counseling is provided to the patient’s entire family.
The clinical staff at Canuck Place is refining methods of care, working with specialists across BC on pain and symptom management, navigating complex psychosocial issues.
Teen support groups are offered, providing a safe environment to explore issues of adolescence, appreciating the teen’s potential for growth.
For parents of children eligible for care, 30 pamphlets are available discussing emotional issues, dying, and moving forward.
The Canucks for Kids Fund held its 17th annual telethon Thursday March 1st. The Canucks won the game against the Coyotes that night, and the telethon raised $ 944,958.
All involved were pleased with the show of support.
Canucks games can be viewed on Rogers Sportsnet, the channel that hosted the telethon. The Canucks are looking to make a hard playoff drive, and they’re well on their way. Tune in!
Hi James.
I liked everything you had to say. Your ideas were clear and concise. However; You need to think of your column like an essay. Same sort of layout. Think of a good place to break up your paragraphs. Think of three or four of the main things you'd like to say. Come up with some subheadings. It's great to see you contributing.
Hi Ben.
I thought that your column was one of the most interesting and entertaining things I've ever read. I think it will be a big hit. Just a little bit of information for you; Go to blogger and the page where your story will be posted. Open Word Perfect or Word for Windows. Type your story there first. Use spell check and grammatic after. If it's done to your satisfaction use the Edit button and click "cut" go back to the blogger page, use edit button again and click "paste" Computers scared me lots too when I first started. All you gotta do is practice. You can do it and you'll be great.
Hi everyone
I'm going to do my best to have a concise, friendly finished article by the deadline.
Stacey, your feedback is extremely valuable, and is appreciated.
Strangely enough I've finished grade 12 english an seem to have missed essay writing completely...
I must have skimed by with improper essays.
I just have to remember: A strong thesis with 3 mini thesi, with skillfull transitions etc.
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