The Newsy Neighbbour Magazine
August Issue 118
Article Provided By:Vicki Myhre of Jenericay
HELLO, hello! Larry
here. How has your summer been? Ours has been absolutely fantastic. We have had
a whole bunch of hot, summery days and a few muchly needed wet and stormy ones.
Our garden is so happy, we hope yours is too. A big wind storm took down our grapes
trellis, but it was fixable. Tomatoes and raspberries, currants and grapes, and
carrots and beans seem to be giving us a terrific crop. By far, the greatest
success has been the weeds, as usual. We know, however, how grounding it is to
play in the dirt. There are so many health benefits so we keep playing away.
Digging up the weeds, one by one, harvesting our veggies and fruit as they
ripen, one by one. The summer and the garden have been so, so good to us.
This time of
year has us anticipating two very, very important events.
EVENT NUMBER 1: That
day (usually in the second week of August) that we wake up in the morning and walk
outside and say “YUP, fall is in the air.” The Shift has occurred. JUST LIKE
THAT!! Every year. Although we love summer, and there is a lot to argue about
our summers being way too short, we still anticipate and enjoy that one day,
every single year. It is refreshing, it gives us the promise of a beautiful,
cool yet warm, colourful Indian Summer. Fall is by far my favourite time of
year. Although Roger tends to disagree and say spring is his favourite.
EVENT NUMBER 2: It’s the most wonderful time of the year!
School starts! Everyone, young and old, gets to have their routine back. I
know, I know… summer has come to an end, but let’s look at the positives.
Routines, Indian Summer, Thanksgiving, Christmas shopping and the Christmas
spirit, and so much more.
For those of you
that are sending Diabetic Children back to school, I wanted to let you know
there are resources to help you wade through the process. Check out the
Canadian Diabetes Association website, they have some amazing information just
for you. Here is a small excerpt of what they have to say about back to school.
A
supportive school environment is important for keeping students with diabetes
safe and healthy.
Parents and guardians
expect children to be full, equal participants in all aspects of school life.
But many children with diabetes are stigmatized, left out of a full school
experience or placed in vulnerable circumstances.
The Canadian Diabetes
Association (CDA) has been advocating for the development of clear and
consistent diabetes policies across Canada to ensure the safety, health and
optimal education for students with diabetes. The CDA also
developed Guidelines for the Care of Students Living with Diabetes at
School and a position statement.
Did you know
that they have a 14-page PDF file that is titled “Guidelines for the Care of
Students Living with Diabetes at School”? Its Purpose is to acknowledge and
help clarify the essential roles and responsibilities among the Diabetes Care
Team (DCT), which is comprised of the student living with diabetes, his or her
parents/ guardians, school personnel, and healthcare providers, in the care of
students living with diabetes at school. An amazing and essential tool at www.diabetes.ca , take a look, it is worthwhile.
Annnndddd… That
is a wrap folks! Roger and I are off to find some Hutterite Cukes – it’s pickle
time!!! So, have a great lead up to school and enjoy your sunny August days.
Until next month,
Make your Footprints
Count.
Larry and Roger
Written by:
Vicki L Myhre CPOD (I)
CMP PFRP
Jenericay Wellness and
Footcare
Internationally
Certified Podologist
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