CHET ATKINS

was one of Nashville's most respected musicians.  "Mr. Guitar", known for his gentleness and humility,  has been a great influence and inspiration to guitarists and music-lovers the world over.  As a tribute to the late Chet Atkins, I'm pleased to feature a number of his arrangements (recorded by some of his avid fans).  Chet Atkins died in June of 2001 at the age of seventy-seven ... but his music will live on forever! 
 

Have you clicked any of the little sound buttons on the far left of your monitor?  If you haven't, go ahead - you're in for a musical treat!

From top to bottom
these are the tunes you'll hear:

Rainbow
Blue Angel
Golden Oldies Medley
Just an Old Fashioned Love Song
Kentucky
New Spanish Two Step
Peanut Vendor
Vincent
Black Mountain Rag
You're Just in Love

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HATZOLOH
OF TORONTO

is a community organization whose volunteer Emergency Medical Technicians are available 'round the clock to tender vital pre-hospital medical attention.  All (Ontario) Hatzoloh Medical Technicians hold certification with the Ontario Paramedic Association.  They are trained to provide a lifesaving bridge during the few critical moments that it may take for the city's paramedics to respond to a call.  Hatzoloh is a recognized and welcome adjunct to Toronto's Emergency Medical System, working side by side with Metro Toronto and City of Vaughan Ambulance, Fire, and Police services.

In Toronto, Hatzoloh's emergency dispatch number is:  416-256-1000. 

There are many Hatzoloh branches the world over - If there is one in your area ... find the number and keep it handy!

 

 

"THE WAIT"

The Wait - A movie written and directed by Matthew Harris of Obscure Entertainment Group.   When Matthew was scouting around for "and older lady" to star in his film, his Mom, my One-Stroke art teacher, recommended me!  I found the script quite impressive and welcomed the opportunity to star in Matthew's film.  Before each "shoot", Susan Ball, the make-up artist, successfully pulled off a few miracles ... spending hours skillfully applying white hair, wrinkles and age spots to achieve just "the right look". 

white hair

make-up

ready for action

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MY BOBCAT LESSON

In honour of my birthday, Leo presented me with a certificate for a three-hour Bobcat Skidsteer lesson!  Along with the certificate, I received two great little models - a Bobcat S175 and a 325 Excavator.

My Gift Certificate

My Toys!

March 29, 2006 - My lesson consisted of watching an hour-long video on the features of the Bobcat, its proper maintenance and safe operation.  This was followed by hands-on experience in one of these neat little machines! 

Action shot #1 Action shot #2

... and naturally, I received a certificate on having completed the course!

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LAUGH IT UP A BIT

THINGS MY MOTHER TAUGHT ME

My mother taught me TO APPRECIATE A JOB WELL DONE:  "If you're going to kill each other, do it outside - I just finished cleaning!"

My mother taught me RELIGION:  You'd better pray that stuff will come out of the carpet."

My mother taught me about TIME TRAVEL:  "If you don't straighten up, I'm going to knock you into the middle of next week!"

My mother taught me LOGIC:  "Because I said so, that's why."

My mother taught me IRONY:  "Keep crying and I'll give you something to cry about."

My mother taught me about the science of OSMOSIS:  "Shut your mouth and eat your supper!"

My mother taught me about CONTORTIONISM:
"Just take a look at the dirt on the back of your neck!"

My mother taught me about WEATHER:  "It looks as if a tornado swept through your room."

My mother taught me how to solve PHYSICS PROBLEMS:  "If I yelled because I saw a meteor coming toward you, would you listen THEN?"

My mother taught me about HYPOCRISY: "If I've told you once, I've told you a million times--Don't exaggerate!!!"

My mother taught me THE CIRCLE OF LIFE:  "I brought you into this world, and I can take you out."

My mother taught me about BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION:  "Stop acting like your father!"

My Mother taught me about ANTICIPATION:   "Just wait until we get home."

My Mother taught me about RECEIVING:  "You are going to get it when we get home!"

My Mother taught me ESP:
"Put your sweater on; don't you think I know when you're cold?"

My Mother taught me HUMOR:
"When that lawn mower cuts off your toes, don't come running to me."

My Mother taught me about my ROOTS:  "Do you think you were born in a barn?"

My Mother taught me about JUSTICE:  "One day you'll have kids ...and I hope they turn out just like you!"