by Paula Kully – People are designed to move; no matter our age, size or physical capabilities, our bodies and minds work best when we have regular exercise. Laura Guido (above, with client Martin Olson) is the Gym Coordinator and Athletic Therapist at MOVE Adaptive Fitness in Victoria. She believes that fitness for people with […]
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by Viola Van de Ruyt – Whether you are still working and planning toward retirement or currently retired, it is important to give your retirement plan a “regular checkup.” As retirement can last 30 years or more, do you have enough resources and a spending plan that will ensure you don’t run out of money?
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by Jo Barnes – The Victoria International Airport is a busy place where people come and go as daily flights arrive and depart. Travellers move with determination to make connections or wait anxiously for loved ones to arrive. Airports are places of joy and sadness, departures and reunions. Everyone has a story, and it’s
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by Shai Thompson, House of Lily Koi – February Style Tip: Not all reds are created equal. As we move into the season of love and Valentine’s Day, we think about investing in a splash of red to celebrate love. If you are a “spring,” vibrant tomato, poppy and watermelon reds are perfect for your skin
by Laurie Salvador, Salvador Davis & Co. Notaries Public – During my career as a Notary for the past 31 years, 95% of my clients would ask if they could stipulate, in writing, that they don’t wish to continue to live if they are incapacitated and unable to speak for themselves. Like me, they have
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by Anne Brodbeck, Streams Counselling – Seeking help in our day and age still has many stigmas attached. Most people at some point in their lives seek counselling to overcome hurdles of various kinds. Let’s face it: life’s journey has many challenges and it is normal to be overwhelmed at times. Life’s ups and downs
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by Shauna Dorko – It is officially the month for lovers, and with Valentine’s Day nearing, our thoughts turn to romance and our sweethearts or even wanna-be sweethearts. Although February 14 is known around the world as “the day of love,” seniors may struggle with this special day for several reasons. Many seniors have lost
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by Lara Gladych – BUSINESS Calling All Techies Feed your curiosity! EduTech is happening in Sidney on February 15. The conference promotes and advances career awareness by bringing together the Peninsula Advanced Technology and Manufacturing Sectors, secondary students (9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.) and local community members (4 to 7 p.m.). Shoal Centre, 10030 Resthaven
by Chris Cowland – To paraphrase the Eagles: “they can be heaven or they can be hell.” I have a couple of examples of each. My first car was a 1960 Morris Mini Van, designed by Sir Alec Issigonis. It sported a tiny 848cc motor which could propel this luxury go-kart to around 75mph/120kph. Sitting
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by Tina Kelly – Prevention is the best medicine. To prevent scurvy, take vitamin C. To avoid osteoporosis, experts recommend a combination of vitamin D, calcium and magnesium. Try vitamin B for stress and for excellent vision, take enough vitamin A. To prevent Nature Deficit Disorder, the prescribed vitamin is N. Nature Deficit Disorder first
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