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It seems we’ve had every season packed into
this spring. Bring on the good weather!
Watching the Chevrolet Detroit Belle Isle
Grand Prix the end of May, I felt the drivers’
frustration as they dropped speed when
the thermometer plummeted to 10 C and
rained bounced off the circuit. Even so, the
grand prix delivered many thrills, which
Windsor Life covers in this issue.
Compare that soggy race to the experience of 350 cyclists who nearly scorched
their woolens in 28 C and sunshine during
the Windsor Tweed Ride on May 9th.
Check out their good natured expressions in
the photos accompanying our article on the
genteel ride through the city.
When you get to the story headlined
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Great Lakes. Authors and local historians
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tales of shipwrecks off Point Pelee.
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200 around the world. Our ride is the largest in
Canada.”
Windsor’s inaugural Tweed Ride was held in the autumn of 2012, with approximately 80 riders eager to
try something different. Additional rides followed in
subsequent spring and fall seasons before it was decided
to settle for one event per year. “We are now holding
it the Saturday before Mother’s Day every spring,”
Stephen says.
As the co-owner of City Cyclery, a cycle retail,
restoration and repair shop established in 2013 at 553
Lincoln Rd., Stephen has met many of the area’s most
avid cyclists. The Tweed Run, however, is not an
athletic event. “It is definitely not a race,” Stephen says.
Children to seniors from Ontario and the U.S. participate. Prizes are awarded to the best restored and original bicycles and “the much acclaimed best dressed gent
and finest dressed lady.” Local sponsors contributed
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WINDSOR DRIVERS COULD be forgiven for
slowing down and rubbernecking on the sunny Saturday afternoon of May 9th. After all, several hundred
smiling, waving and bell ringing cyclists wearing tweed
deserve a second glance.
The natty cyclists peddled for 22.6 km through city
streets and five parks in the 2015 Windsor Tweed Ride.
Despite a high of 28 C, the 350-plus riders were good
sports, perspiring genteelly in their tweed jackets,
newsboy caps, knickerbockers and full skirts.
The notion of the ride originated with the Tweed
Run in London, England, where in 2009, people
dressed in their best and cycled through the great city,
pausing for a tea break and picnic and concluding with
a jolly knees-up.
Inspired, Stephen Hargreaves thought it would be
fun to host a similar event here. “Windsor was the 20th
city to join this concept,” he says. “Now there are over
More than 350 cyclists wearing period inspired clothing
paid homage to the bicycle and its era of road supremacy
enjoyed over 100 years ago. Stephen Hargreaves is the
founder and organizer of the Windsor Tweed Ride.
Opposite page, large photo: Nestor Klem, Matt Woods
and Rosemary Woods (three cyclists in front on the right)
appreciate the shade of the tree lined street during the
2015 Windsor Tweed Ride.
Far left: Tweed Ride's sole organizer, Stephen Hargreaves.
This page, upper right: Garth Rennie’s tartan kilt is a
breezier alternative to tweed trousers.
Top left: Despite the heat, a bearded gentleman gamely
wears his tweed cap and jacket.
Centre left: Frank D’Angelo and Jamie Lees don their
best hats to pedal along the Detroit River.
Above: Two lady cyclists are all smiles at the Windsor
Tweed Ride.
Left: In his straw boater, jacket and banana yellow pants
with matching sneakers, Dr. John Dickinson handily wins
the prize for Best Dressed Gent.
Lower left: Smiling participants at this year’s Tweed Ride.
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Stephen admits, “The draw still astounds
me.”
The sight of people peddling along the
city streets during the Tweed Ride harkens
back to the late 1880s to early 1920s,
when the bicycle was the coveted mode of
transportation. At first, “it was a hobby of
the upper echelon,” Stephen observes.
“Owning a bicycle then was on par with
owning a luxury vehicle nowadays.”
As the bike became more affordable, “it
liberated people,” Stephen claims. “Women
could visit men in the next town and
broaden their marital options.” Famous
suffragette Susan B. Anthony declared, “I
think [bicycling] has done more to emancipate women than anything else in the
world. It gives women a feeling of freedom
and self-reliance. I stand and rejoice every
time I see a woman ride by on a wheel…
the picture of free, untrammeled womanhood.”
Stephen muses, “In Windsor today, cycling is a great sort of leveller, with wealthy
people who want to get fit riding alongside
people needing bikes for affordable transportation.”
“The era we are referencing with the
Tweed Ride is when Windsor really came
into its own,” Stephen says. The city and
its neighbour across the Detroit River were
booming with industry and innovation.
“Back in the day, the Dodge brothers
were building bicycles long before they ever
produced cars,” says Stephen. Americans
John and Horace Dodge moved to Windsor in 1892 and worked in the Dominion
Typography Company, producing machines that cut type for printing. The shop
also manufactured the Maple Leaf bicycle.
“Horace invented a clever ball-bearing hub
in the centre of the rear wheel. It was the
first of its kind and is still in use today.”
The Dodge brothers opened their own
bicycle manufacturing shop, eventually
selling it to CCM. They reinvested, opening the Dodge Brothers Machine Shop in
Detroit in 1902. They built auto parts for
Ransom Olds and Henry Ford before
releasing their first vehicle, an affordable,
dependable four cylinder Dodge, in 1914.
Stephen, who has admired the Dodge
bicycle in a private collection, points out,
“The bicycle is a great part of Windsor’s
heritage.” He is pleased that currently, “
Detroit Bikes is the fastest growing North
American bicycle manufacturer.”
“Growing up in England and touring
Europe, I saw bicycles as vehicles,” says
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you visit a friend.” He points out to the advantages of the person-powered machine:
“It’s environmentally friendly, healthy for
you, faster than walking and incredibly
cheap to operate because you are not paying for gas.”
People’s affection for their bikes is evident in Windsor’s Tweed Ride. Bicycles are
polished till gleaming. Much consideration
is given to the important question of what
to wear. The attire donned by many of the
cyclists is unearthed from the deep recesses
of closets or triumphantly found in thrift
shops. A sponsoring tailor offers to turn
trousers into knickerbockers. “I had a
tweed suit made for the first time,” Stephen
says. “Of course, this was the first year it
was obscenely hot!”
Previous rides have launched from
Willistead Manor in Old Walkerville. The
2015 ride departed from the bike shop at
Lincoln Road and Wyandotte Street East,
went down to the Roy A. Battagello River
Walk Bike Trail and headed west along
Riverside Drive to the Dominion House
Tavern in Sandwich.
The cyclists took in the sights as they
pedalled along Ouellette and Victoria
Avenues. They admired Jackson Park,
Queen Elizabeth II Gardens and Kennedy
Secondary School’s castle-like grandeur, a
stately backdrop to the elegant riders
wheeling by.
As the humidity climbed, the tweedy cyclists steamed through South and Old
Walkerville, breezing through Willistead
Park before dropping their kickstands at
Willistead Restaurant for food, drinks and,
Stephen adds, “to ogle everyone’s vehicles.”
In the English tradition, the Tweed Ride
hosted its own style of a knees-up, with
Kelly “Mr. Chill” Hoppe and Gregg Cox
playing American music from the 1930s
and 40s. Vice Aerial, an English classic rock
band, was waiting to play when rain began
pelting down in true Brit fashion, bringing
the day to a close.
Proceeds from the Tweed Ride were donated to the non-profit cycling awareness
group, Bike Friendly Windsor-Essex. “It
made sense to give to a very dedicated and
selfless group of volunteers and organizers,”
says Stephen.
He believes the Tweed Ride helps to
“promote and point out areas lacking and
in need of improvement in the growing
cycling infrastructure.”
Achieved while looking very spiffy,
indeed.
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SHIPWRECKS OF THE GREAT LAKES
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OVER THE YEARS, the Great Lakes have
become popular dive areas as enthusiasts take
their cameras below the surface to check out
hundreds of shipwrecks.
At least 1700 wrecks are nestled on the
bottom of Lake Erie, many of them in the
Pelee Passage that runs between Pelee Island
and Point Pelee National Park. Photographing those particular wrecks is difficult because the silt on the soft bottom is easily
stirred up, severely hampering visibility
like a sandstorm in the desert. On the other
hand, Lake Superior, with its rocky bottom,
allows divers excellent photographic opportunities.
Windsor native Cris Kohl and his wife
Joan Forsberg, who’s originally from New
York – both avid divers – have been telling
the stories of the wrecks since the late 90s.
They met in April of 1996 while volunteering at a major scuba show in Chicago. As
Joan explains; “Cris was emceeing some of
the events and I just fell in love with his
wonderful voice...it was like a BBC voice.”
At the time he was a teacher and a successful
part-time writer. However, as their bond
strengthened, Cris exchanged his teaching
profession for a full-time writing career, and
he and Joan forged a partnership that has
evolved into a lucrative business, Seawolf
Communications. They were married in
2000 and today they maintain homes and
offices in both Windsor and Chicago.
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Cris has been diving for 41 years. An accomplished underwater photographer, he holds 3 degrees from the University of Windsor – Honors
Bachelor of Arts in English and History, Bachelor of
Education and a Masters Degree in history. As a
part-time writer, his first effort was a newsletter for
a dive club which piqued his interest in the shipwrecks. His first book, ‘Dive Southwestern Ontario’
was published in 1985. Two years later, ‘Shipwreck
Tales of the St. Clair River’ was released and in
1990, ‘Dive Ontario’ hit the shelves. ‘Dive Ontario
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came out in 1997... all before he left teaching.
Joan is an excellent underwater videographer and
grew up on Long Island near the ocean, where
Clockwise from left: Cris Kohl and Joan Forsberg, maritime historians, divers, photographers,
videographers, authors, and speakers, are a husband-and-wife team who love to explore
shipwrecks, particularly those in the Great Lakes; the wooden steamer "Philip Minch," built at
Cleveland in 1888, burned and sank with no lives lost south of Point Pelee on November 20,
1904; a steel bitt from the deck of the wooden steamer "Conemaugh," a 1906 shipwreck lying
just off Point Pelee, catches the attention of diver Joyce Hayward; the "Tasmania" was a huge
(221-foot-long; 67-metre-long) four-masted schooner, built at Port Huron, Michigan, in 1871, but
had been cut down to being a towed schooner-barge at the time of sinking in a fierce storm off
Point Pelee on October 20, 1905; wooden blocks and deadeyes remain along the starboard
railing of the "Willis" which sank November 11, 1872; the wooden steamer "Conemaugh" was
built at West Bay City, Michigan, in 1880, and wrecked in a violent storm off Point Pelee
on November 24, 1906; a commemorative marker lowered next to a shipwreck named the
"Tasmania”. Photos courtesy the Kohl-Forsberg Archives.
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she lays claim to being “more fish than girl
as a kid.” After marrying, she and her first
husband moved to Chicago where he had
been transferred by his company, but he
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the old schooner a number of years earlier.
Since more than 20 ships have gone down
within a 5 mile radius of the small north
Lake Huron town, Tobermory became the
site of the first underwater park in the
Great Lakes.
In our own back yard, there are at least
212 permanent shipwrecks in the Pelee area
alone. Most are made of wood and because
of the shallowness of the western end of the
lake, they’ve been exposed to wind, waves
and winter ice and have usually broken
apart with “good-sized pieces scattered
about.” The few intact ships remaining,
though are in good shape and a welcoming
attraction for visitors. And there is quite a
collection! There are schooners, barges and
wooden steamers. During their better days
they generally transported four bulk cargoes; coal, grain, iron ore and lumber.
Many sank after colliding in the narrow
passage, or running into shoals or islands
which dot the lake. The Great Lakes wrecks
are the ‘best preserved’ shipwrecks in the
world – they’re in cold fresh water which is
very kind to wood, unlike the ravages of
salt water in other parts of the world. As
Joan explains: “many of the wrecks are so
intact, even after 150 years, that they appear ready to just sail away!” In 1995, the
town of Leamington established its own
shipwreck park. After at least 15 high profile sinkings had been found and marked
with buoys. Every summer, hundreds of
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back in 1679. The Griffon, the very first
vessel to sail past what is now the city of
Windsor, never completed its maiden
voyage. Built by the explorer LaSalle, the
Griffon was heading to Niagara Falls with
a valuable cargo of furs when it disappeared
with everyone on board. Over the past 150
years, there have been at least 22 claims of
the ship’s location – not one has been
proven! Says Cris, “it’s been the most
hunted ship and the most so-called ‘found’
ship in the Great Lakes.” For many years it
was believed that pieces of the doomed
Griffon were on Manitoulin Island, but
there is no conclusive evidence yet. Cris
speculates that part of the ship could be on
Magnetic Reef, which is about 6 miles
southwest of the western end of the big island. Again there is no confirmation.
You can read this fascinating story in the
latest book produced by Cris and Joan
titled “The Wreck of the Griffon: the
Greatest Mystery of the Great Lakes. At
$21.95,it’s available at Juniper Books on
Ottawa Street and the Leamington Arts
Centre, as well as at the Point Pelee Nature
Centre and will likely be on the shelves at
Fort Malden which already sells their
DVDs and shipwreck maps on the War of
1812.
Since they’ve been together, Cris and
Joan have authored 8 books and produced
15 historical documentaries on DVD
and have visited hundreds of libraries and
museums for speaking engagements. They
have also prepared shipwreck and lighthouse maps and postcards about the
wrecks. As if that isn’t enough, Cris still
writes for numerous magazines, while Joan
is copy editor for Wreck Diving Magazine
and chairs the board of the Women Divers
Hall of Fame, an international organization
which was formed 15 years ago. In addition
to honoring exceptional women, it has
awarded about $250,000 in scholarships
and training grants to up-and-coming female divers.
Since the sinking of the Titanic in 1912,
we have become mesmerized by shipping
disasters. Cris and Joan have harnessed this
fascination into fabulous presentations.
Their research and photographs have
proved to be invaluable for divers – and
provide a rich source of knowledge for
those who prefer to remain landlubbers.
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TAKE A BREATHER with a visit to
Natural Origins, a new centre now
open in Windsor. Inhale deeply of
the pure essential oil scents in the
wellness shop or rejuvenate with relaxation and esthetic services done in
the private treatment rooms. Even a
few minutes will reward you for taking time for yourself.
Natural Origins’ owner Kristine
Atkinson is a certified oncology esthetician who treats people on their cancer journey as well as anyone else who wants to look and feel their best. “I’m sensitive to
synthetic ingredients and react adversely. So do many people, though they may not
realize why they are congested, headachy, stressed or irritated by itchiness and skin
breakouts,” she says.
Authentic, chemical-free products are sold in Natural Origins’ uplifting wellness
shop and used in therapeutic treatments. Kristine engaged the Smell Good Feel
Good Company to create pure skin care products gentle enough for all skin types
and conditions including oncology clients. The Windsor based company also handcrafts soft eye pillows, neck rolls and knee and back packs filled with flaxseed and
lavender to soothe and balance.
Niagara Essential Oils & Blends skin care products are made from restorative
lavender grown in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Also Canadian made, Rae Dunphy
Aromatics’ face and body collection is blended with aromatherapy essential oils
and nourishing carrier oils. Yonka botanicals and essential oils are
imported from Paris. “TiZO’s mineral sunblock line is like a
mirror on your skin that reflects the sun without causing a
chemical reaction,” Kristine says. Tropicool cooling scarves let
people chill out during heat waves or hot flashes.
Stocking 100 essential oils displayed in its intriguing Scent
Centre, Natural Origins encourages exploration. “People test
oils on strips and experiment to create their own signature
scent for body and room sprays,” Kristine says. A knowledgeable essential oil consultant is on hand to explain the benefits
of each oil. “Essential oils may be helpful if you want to energize, relax, improve productivity, reduce stress, sleep well,
relieve congestion, alleviate digestive issues or deal with other
concerns.”
To steadily release a wonderful scent, Kristine recommends Canadian Relaxus diffusers. “The cold diffuser
protects the essential oil’s therapeutic benefits.” Diffusers are decorative in black stone, wood and
Aladdin’s lamp. Others plug into electrical outlets, the car or USB port.
For home cleaning, Natural Origins carries
organic, biodegradable products and essential oils to mix with pantry ingredients.
“Cancer patients dealing with chemotherapy or radiation need special care,” Kristine
says. Many Natural Origins’ product lines
can be safely applied. The oncology esthetician also uses iS Clinical Cancer Care skin
products containing powerful botanical
antioxidants to protect against free-radical
damage and address chafing, burns, blisters,
scar tissue and uneven complexion.
“Since cancer patients are usually fatigued
and could have distressed skin, we provide
shorter, milder treatments,” Kristine explains.
Recognizing the cancer patient could be off
work, she gives them a price reduction.
“Caregivers also experience fatigue and stress,
so we have two rooms available to book both
parties simultaneously.”
Anyone can benefit from hot stone and
relaxation massage, nourishing hand and foot
treatments and facials. “Our relaxing Venus
Freeze radiofrequency magnetic pulse sessions
stimulate your own body’s collagen and
elastin for smoother, firmer skin,” says Kristine.
You are invited to Natural Origins’ open
house from noon to 5 pm, Sat., Sept. 12th.
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“Always be
working toward
something. Whether
it is a personal or
professional goal,
keep moving"
- Nicole
#YOU
beautymoment
Connecting With A Sisterhood Of Inspiration
STORY BY KAREN PATON-EVANS / PHOTOGRAPHY BY LIQUIDWILD MEDIA
To capture a glimpse of beauty in motion, #YOUbeautymoment connected with
young entrepreneur and educator Nicole Sleiman to find out what drives her.
“You should always be working toward something,” Nicole believes. “Whether
it is a personal or professional goal, keep moving.”
That outlook resonates with #YOUbeautymoment creators Erika Harnish and
Carly Nicodemo as they shine the spotlight on the positive, beautiful attitudes
and actions of Windsor-Essex women age 40 years and younger.
Nicole Sleiman
Young entrepreneurs determined to make their own way locally and beyond are
finding a kindred spirit, motivator and mentor in Nicole Sleiman.
As the program director at the University of Windsor’s EPICentre, Nicole
helps students and graduates start and grow their businesses. She also teaches
Introduction to Business at the undergraduate level and is an instructor at the
Odette School of Business.
Earning her own bachelor of business administration degree and an MBA
specializing in human resources, Nicole worked in her family’s business, local
engineering firms Ag-Tronic Control Systems (ACS) and Accu-Label, Inc. “I
started out in the machine shop soldering equipment and using CNC machines
and drill presses,” she says. “As I grew to enjoy the business-side of the organizations, I worked my way into the role of HR and marketing manager during my
schooling and took on that position full-time when I moved back home from
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Toronto after school. I still offer HR and marketing
consulting to small businesses in the area as I truly
enjoy those aspects of business.”
Her first exposure to business was in her own backyard. “Emigrating from Lebanon nearly 30 years ago,
my parents lived a very humble life starting out on
social assistance. With their perseverance and natural
business sense, they founded ACS, an engineering firm
focusing on greenhouse automation. Opening the
business out of our basement and then later building
a manufacturing facility in our backyard allowed my
parents to maintain a strong family life while succeeding in their business,” Nicole says.
“Now, nearly 25 years in business, the company has
grown globally and employs personnel from WindsorEssex County. My parents remain the most humble
and loving people I know, giving to those in need and
raising four children who have become successful in
our own lives.”
Nicole notes, “Seeing the opportunity that this region gave to my parents was my first indicator of the
potential of Windsor-Essex. We have a fantastic landscape for various business successes: we are a border
city, allowing access to the American market; we house
an international airport, enabling us to travel the world
from our doorstep; and we are dedicated to economic
development, bringing large organizations to our area
for employment opportunities.”
“With my background, I know that in Windsor
Essex I am able to secure a career (or start
my own business) with the help of regional
resources, while owning my own home,
thanks to our low cost of living.”
These are messages that she enthusiastically shares with young entrepreneurs.
Nicole advises, “Use the resources available
to you in Windsor-Essex County. There are
many organizations in our area dedicated to
helping entrepreneurs start and grow their
businesses, from consulting services, market
research and business planning to legal advice for start-ups. Find someone who inspires you and use them as a mentor and/or
role model to help you on your path to
success. You are your own advocate, so ensure that you surround yourself with positive people, whether they can help you in
your business or in your personal life.”
To provide a supportive environment that
encourages entrepreneurial spirit, Nicole
was involved in managing the effective
change of the Centre for Enterprise and Law
at the EPICentre. “Building this centre from
the ground up with the help of my colleagues and the vision of Dr. Alan Wildeman (University of Windsor president and
vice-chancellor), Dean H. Allan Conway
(Odette School of Business) and Dr.
Michael Siu (UWindsor vice-president, research and innovation), we have created a
hub for entrepreneurship at the University
of Windsor, securing over $1,000,000 in
funding and engaging over 3,000 students
since our opening in January 2015,” Nicole
says.
“I find that our local young entrepreneurs
have the passion and desire to succeed. They
work seven days per week (on top of a full
course load!), invest their time and hardearned funds into their projects and travel
across Ontario to meet with potential clients
and investors. They are coachable and are
willing to mould their ideas to creatively
solve the problems of their target market.”
As a youth representative on the board of
the Windsor Essex Economic Development
Corp, Nicole has been able to bring the
questions and concerns of youth in Windsor-Essex to the table. “I also take what I
learn as a board member to my everyday
life,” she says.
Nicole’s educational and professional experiences have influenced her definition of
beauty. She reflects, “Beauty is ambition.
Setting a goal and doing what it takes,
professionally or personally, to get there is
magnificent. Rising to the occasion, succeeding against all odds, is what’s most
beautiful in my eyes.”
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NEWANDNOTICED
P.R.A.Y. LIFESTYLE AND
FITNESS BOUTIQUE
Emily Innis is the new owner of P.R.A.Y.
Lifestyle and Fitness Boutique. The five
year old shop at 548 Chilver Rd. in Old
Walkerville offers products that support
customers’ Pilates, running, yoga practice
and other healthy choices. A children’s play
PALAZZI BROS. TILE & GRANITE LTD.
Visit the newly renovated designer showroom at 3636 Walker Rd. For over
55 years the Palazzi team has been importing quality porcelain and ceramic
tile; bringing the best in flooring design to Southwestern Ontario. Visit the
experts at Palazzi , who will design, manufacture and install custom granite
and quartz countertops. Pictured here, standing left to right: Robert Palazzi,
area keeps little ones occupied while parents
browse the natural fibre and vegan leather
clothing and accessories, yoga sandals and
other wearables or sip a beverage from the
Wellness Loose Leaf Tea Room.
prayboutique.com.
Tony Gagliano, Paula Mele, Fabio Bernabo. Seated left to right; Marco
Palazzi and Paul Palazzi. www.palazzibros.com.
SOUTH BEACH WATERSPORTS
JEFF’S FRESH MEATS
Aleks Dobrich (left) is celebrating the first
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THE TREASURE NOOK
anniversary of his business, South Beach
Butcher, is moving Jeff ’s Fresh Meats to the
Sandy Pepper has created The Treasure
Watersports, located on Boblo Island. The
City Market at 1030 Walker Rd., Windsor.
Nook, a new gift shop at 575 Notre Dame
youngest certified paddleboard instructor in
The shop offers fine cuts of meat, organic
St., Belle River. With a wide range of prod-
Ontario assures that learning to paddleboard
chicken and fresh Ontario lamb, as well as
ucts for newborns to grandparents, the
is easy at any age. South Beach Watersports
a large selection of sausages, shish kabobs,
Treasure Nook is the place for religious
rents paddleboards, kayaks and canoes to
deli-style meats and more. For busy cus-
gifts, Lampe Berger Paris, Annaleece jew-
people seeking a different kind of cardio
tomers, Jeff ’s prepares meatloaf and other
ellery, white cotton nightgowns, music
workout or a fun family outing in a beauti-
meat entrées that are ready to cook at home.
boxes and more. 519-715-9416.
ful, natural setting. sbwatersports.com.
519-967-0988.
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THE DENTURE CENTER
On May 4th, owner and denturist
Eric Kukucka DD opened The Denture Center Windsor ON at 2601
Lauzon Pkwy., convenient to E.C.
Row Expressway and Highways 3, 42
and 401. Formerly the South Windsor Denture Clinic, the new and improved denture centre prides itself on working collaboratively with local dental offices in
manufacturing, fitting, maintaining and repairing patients’ dentures and All-On-4 implant
teeth in a day. Eric, along side denturist James M. Bennett, are preparing to establish a
second location in Leamington this autumn. 519-969-6316. thedenturecenter.ca.
LIBRO CREDIT UNION
MINI DRIVING SCHOOL
Libro Credit Union was honoured at the
Mini Driving School is growing to meet the
25th annual Marketing Association for
increasing volume of requests for driving instruc-
Credit Unions Achievement in Marketing
tion. Owner and head instructor Richard Morri-
Excellence Awards Gala on May 27th in
son is doubly excited to mark Mini Driving
Kelowna, BC. On Libro’s behalf, commu-
School’s fifth anniversary and celebrate the open-
nity and owner engagement coordinator
ing of a second location at 52 Talbot St. N. in
Carolina Triana accepted two awards in the
Essex. Teaching defensive safe driving at high stan-
categories of Social Media and Viral Media
dards, Mini Driving School ensures students ben-
Campaign and Electronic Marketing.
efit from a fun, quality program in Essex County.
Bookings are now being taken for summer drivers’
education classes. minidrivingschool.ca.
NATURAL ORIGINS INC.
Offering pure essential oil products in its
wellness shop and relaxation and esthetic
services in private treatment rooms, Natural
HARMONY DAY SPA
AMAZING MARSHMALLOW
COMPANY
Congratulations to Lynda, Pam and Carla
Pastry chef Miroslav Sipos has relocated his
St. E., Windsor. Owner Kristine Atkinson is
on the 10th anniversary of Harmony Day
bakery, Amazing Marshmallow Company,
a certified oncology esthetician who treats
Spa. The trio, along with 16 aestheticians
to a larger site at 4974 Tecumseh Rd. E.,
patients and people who want chemical-free
and support staff offer complete spa serv-
Windsor. With over 30 years crafting baked
facials and other treatments. In the Scent
ices at 4114 Walker Rd. Unit #3. They will
goods in Slovakia and Canada, Miroslav
Centre, a consultant assists customers in
be celebrating with an Open House on
and his team bake from scratch, using real
selecting and blending essential oils for their
Monday June 29th from 7-9 pm. To book
and fresh ingredients to create European
own signature body and room sprays. Nat-
an appointment call 519-966-2524 or visit
style pastries, cookies and other treats. Wed-
ural Origins is hosting an open house from
www.harmonydayspa.ca for a complete list
ding cakes are also a specialty of the shop.
noon to 5 pm, Sat., Sept. 12th.
of services.
519-251-1010.
naturaloriginsinc.ca.
Origins has just opened at 5957 Wyandotte
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This page: A model townhome in LaSalle gets designer
treatment by The Room at Coulter’s and Stephanie Evola.
The kitchen’s dark cabinetry is balanced by quartz stone
counters, walls, tile floor and linen covered barstools in
soft cream.
HOME COMFORTS
With a Touch of Glam
STORY BY KAREN PATON-EVANS / PHOTOGRAPHY BY MICHAEL PIETRANGELO
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AFTER A LONG DAY AT WORK or several
months of traveling, it is lovely to come home to a
handsomely designed place that requires little upkeep. As the model residence in a local townhome
community proves, it is possible to get the most out
of home life with the right property.
“This is one of the best townhome layouts I’ve
ever seen,” says Paulette Nicodemo, a member of
The Room at Coulter’s design team. She and The
Room’s Cindy Catton joined creative forces with
Stephanie Evola to furnish and accessorize the brick
model townhome in LaSalle.
The design team praises the townhome’s intelligent flow and ample natural light, evident throughout its 1550 sq. ft. on the main floor and the equal
amount of finished space on the lower level. “We
chose to create upscale comfort for the busy working people, snowbirds and retirees who we believe
would appreciate the more carefree lifestyle offered
in this townhome community,” Stephanie says.
“With the outdoor maintenance taken care of,
owners can enjoy the time they spend at home or
traveling.”
After entering through the model townhome’s
front door, visitors are immersed in the classic colour
scheme of pale grey and cream underscored by dark
accents. The effect is at once elegant and calming.
The front entrance area sets the décor’s tone with
a bold floral black and ivory area rug enlivening
Above: An upholstered bench is a soft spot for taking off
shoes after entering the townhome.
Left: Brown leather strapping woven onto modern wood
chair frames invite lingering around the round glass top
Drexel Heritage dining table.
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the quiet ivory of the wide tiled floor. An octagonal beveled mirror reflects and amplifies the
sunlight coming through the door’s sidelight. One
considerate touch is a bench, upholstered in deep
grey and trimmed in studs, conveniently situated
for guests as they remove their shoes.
Furnishings are placed to define the living,
dining and kitchen areas within the large, open
concept space on the main floor. Leading off of
the great room is the master bedroom and ensuite
bathroom, a second full bathroom and a spare
room that can serve as a guestroom, den or home
office.
In one corner of the great room is a natural gas
fireplace, clad in horizontal slatted stone in neutral tones. A floating dark wood mantel supports
silvery metal wall art and a pair of miniature
topiaries. Twin tub chairs in soft grey fabric can
swivel to face the fireplace or swing round toward
the great room’s sofa and loveseat tufted in creamy
leather.
Drinks can rest on the chunky wood coffee
tabletop supported by an angular metal frame. A
coordinating end table and two narrow credenzas
display silver and chrome lamps and decorative
accents. Draperies fashioned of soft dove grey silk
whisper as they are drawn across the patio door
leading off the great room.
Warming the area are wide planks of distressed
wood flooring in a rich brown stain. It extends to
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the casual dining area, where a round glass topped table
by Drexel Heritage is surrounded by four dining chairs.
Wide brown leather straps in a basket weave pattern are
secured onto slender, contemporary wood chair frames.
Ticking away happy moments savoured at home is a tall
old world clock with a metal frame, standing between the
dining area and the kitchen.
Dark kitchen cabinetry with raised panel doors are
topped with quartz stone counters in a soft cream hue.
The matching island has a solid extended countertop that
also serves as an eating bar. A trio of barstools in cream
linen provide comfortable seating. Injecting another light
note, wide cream tile is a durable finish for the floor.
Steps away is the master bedroom retreat. A bold focal
point in the private sanctuary is the headboard woven
with wide leather strips, designed by Drexel Heritage. To
evoke the luxurious feeling of a boutique hotel, The
Room’s design team dressed the bed in white bed linens
with jewelled accents. To shake up the tranquil ambiance,
a bench upholstered in a chenille animal print is at the
foot of the bed.
On one side of the bed is a glamourous mirrored night
stand for the lady of the house; on the other side is a
wooden chest for the man. “It’s interesting to mix up
pieces for a his and her effect,” Cindy says.
Keeping things cozy in the bedroom, the design team
added a grey fabric chair with metal studs and linen
drapery.
Masculine and feminine are also balanced in the ensuite master bathroom, with dark wood cabinetry and
Clockwise from top, opposite page: In the great room, dove grey tub chairs swivel away from the conversation area to take in the horizontal slatted stone fireplace punctuated with a floating wood mantel; the home office is anchored by a replica of an old wood drafting table that serves as a desk and
a restoration style cabinet on wheels; the master bedroom is infused with the elegant personality of
a boutique hotel with a leather woven headboard by Drexel Heritage, white bedding with jewelled accents and an animal print chenille bench at the foot of the bed. Flanking the bed is a mirrored night
stand for her and a wooden chest for him; a spacious walk in shower in the ensuite bath gleams with
iridescent mosaic tile; keeping the feel light and airy, the design team dressed the great room in a
cream hued leather tufted sofa and loveseat and dove grey silk draperies.
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his and her rectangular sinks inset into a
cream stone countertop. Beveled mirrors
and unique crystal light fixtures cast some
sparkle on the glass enclosure of the spacious
walk in shower. Iridescent mosaic tiles line
the shower walls. Ivory tile that resembles
veined marble maintains the light feeling in
the room.
At the front of the townhouse is the home
office. Eschewing the traditional desk, the
creative decorators selected a reproduction
of an aged wooden drafting table. The
rounded metal supports are not only intriguing visually, they can angle the tabletop
at a slant or set it in a flat position. Such
versatility means the piece can be used for
doing paperwork, painting, reading, dining
or drafting a new design. “It’s always worthwhile to invest in furnishings that are
multipurpose,” Paulette advises. “They are
the pieces people tend to hold on to over the
years.”
To keep correspondence and office
supplies organized, a restoration style table
with mesh metal cubbies is set against one
wall of the home office. Its metal wheels
enable it to be moved easily into place. A big
square of elaborately embossed metal in
dark tones displayed on the wall emphasizes
the home office’s urban industrial look.
More living space is found downstairs.
“With a family room, casual dining area,
bathroom and guest room all contained on
the lower level, this is a really great home for
entertaining,” Cindy observes.
Since the property is a model home, the
design team has been able to receive feedback from the many people who have
toured the interior. “We get a lot of oohs
and aahs,” Paulette says.
When a townhome is purchased, “we can
help the new owners duplicate the look we
have achieved in the model or incorporate
some of their own pieces with new items
into a fresh design,” says Stephanie. “The
important thing is to make the new home
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truly their own.”
Windsor Life Magazine is always searching for
interesting homes, landscaping, gardens, patios
and water features to show our readers what
others in the community are doing with their
living spaces. If you have a home that you
feel would be interesting please email photos to
[email protected]. Photos need to be
for reference only. If your home is chosen we
will arrange for a complete photo shoot. If you
wish, you may remain anonymous and the
location of your home will not be disclosed.
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STORY/PHOTOGRAPHY BY
DICK HILDEBRAND
Racing in the Motor City
Detroit’s Best Summer Party!
THE U.S. MEMORIAL DAY PERIOD, as usual, has provided
hardcore race fans with a cornucopia of competition, starting with
the Indianapolis 500 and ending a week later with the ‘dual’ in
Detroit – the Chevrolet Detroit Belle Isle Grand prix.
And what a weekend it was...4 world-class racing series, represented
in an 8-event card over three days that included two IndyCar races,
the only doubleheader on this year’s schedule. The SPEED Energy
Off-Road truck races have become fan favorites as the modified trucks
hurtle around the track, jumping over strategically placed ramps with
drivers fighting to stay upright. That series is the brainchild of former
IndyCar driver Robbie Gordon, who himself pilots one of the trucks.
Mark Reuss, executive vice-president of GM’s Global Product
Development says race weekend generates about $50 million for the
local economy. He adds; “we’re here to win....not to compete. The
pride we have in this event is immense!”
Unfortunately much of this year’s weekend was marred by the
weather – the one factor organizers cannot control. The first of the
three days was fine with temperatures hovering around 80. Saturday
began with sunshine, accompanied by warm and humid air. However, that scenario changed rapidly as the rains moved in and the temperature began dropping. Most of the races went off without a hitch.
But, with 30 minutes left on the clock,thunder and lightning forced
race control to call the IndyCars into the pits and red flag the event.
Mexican driver Carlos Munoz of Andretti Motorsports was declared
the victor, while teammate Marco Andretti was second. Penske driver
Simon Pagenaud, one of last year’s winners took third place.
As the rain intensified and continued through the night and
temperatures plummeted, the future of Sunday’s activities was
thrown into doubt. The Pirelli World Challenge race was cancelled as
conditions were deemed too dangerous. However, as the afternoon
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progressed, the sky cleared somewhat and the IndyCar race began on schedule, much to
the delight of die-hard race fans who took their chances on the grandstands and in the
infield to cheer on their heroes. After General Motors CEO Mary Barra delivered the
familiar command to start the engines, the cars roared off – the drivers hoping that Mother
Nature would be kind to them. It was, in the end, another exciting Belle Isle race with
numerous caution laps. Finally, with debris scattered along the course, Dual 2 was halted
temporarily, ending with a 5 ½ minute sprint to the checkered flag which was taken by
Sebastien Bourdais, of the Jimmy Vassar team. A.J. Foyt’s colorful pilot, Takuma Sato was
close behind in second while Graham Rahal who races for the team owned by his famous
dad Bobby and David Letterman finished third.
Notably absent from the starting grid was the popular 28 year-old Canadian James
Hinchcliffe, the affable Oakville native who has shown great promise over the last few years.
After nearly losing his life in a horrendous crash during practice for the Indianapolis 500
last month, he underwent surgery and spent a number of days in the hospital. He has since
been released and is recuperating at his Indiana home. Teammate Conor Daly, who filled
in says ‘Hinch’ is doing well and is expected to make a full recovery. “He’s tough and in
Clockwise from opposite bottom left: A Chevy powered IndyCar sits in the shadow of the Ren Cen,
home of GM headquarters; A Penske driver triumvirate, from left to right are Will Power, Juan Pablo
Montoya and Simon Pagenaud; Sebastien Bourdais,
2015 winner of the ‘Dual 2’ on Belle Isle; preparing
for the race...making sure the IndyCar will start;
Michael Andretti of Andretti Motorsports flanked on
his right by son Marco, second place finisher of ‘Dual
1’ and Carlos Munoz, winner of the rain-shortened
event; Belle Isle benefactor and industrialist affectionately know as the ‘Captain’, Roger Penske;
Michigan Governor Rick Snyder (left) and Windsor
Mayor Drew Dilkens showing the great co-operation
between two nations in the Grand Prix event; Conor
Daly, James Hinchcliffe’s teammate on the Schmidt
Peterson Motorsports team; IndyCars roaring
through corner 1 at the gruelling Belle Isle layout;
Taylor Swift adorns the side of Tony Kanaan’s race
car; An IndyCar Firestone rain tire, deeply grooved to
handle a messy track instead of the usual slicks.
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great shape, and with his determination, he
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Thanks to the efforts of Roger Penske, his
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drainage, new lights, bike paths and modifications to the track itself. After being redesigned in 2013 with extended straightaways and additional passing zones, more
than half the 2.3 mile circuit was re-paved
in the fall. However, some of the bumpiness
remained, much to the chagrin of drivers
who have complained about it for years.
And, even though the circuit has been narrowed in places, driver Simon Pagenaud
said he thought it was wider with greater opportunities for passing.
As the Dual in Detroit gains in popularity,
organizers keep the fans in mind. Getting to
the island is no problem – free shuttles are
provided from downtown Detroit and
Windsor, a ferry service from Port Detroit
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thousand volunteers, many of whom have
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From Traditional to Tricked-Out: These Aren’t Your Mama’s Burgers
The Todd Father
Walkerville Tavern, Windsor
The Deux Chevaux
Motor Burger, Windsor
BETWEEN BUNS
STORY BY
ALEXANDRA LUCIER
The Peanut Butter Burger
Johnny Shotz, Tecumseh
The Firehouse
Parkside Grille at Rochester Place, Lakeshore
TAKING STOCK OF THE CITY’S CORNUCOPIA OF RESTAURANTS, from Greek to Italian, Indian, Thai,
Lebanese, Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Hungarian and very respectable Southern
Barbeque, among others, its inarguable. Our food scene boasts more these days than just really,
really good pizza. Among the trends taking centre-stage is the gourmet burger. While some chefs are
remaining faithful to the classic and doing it justice, others are taking “playing with your food” to a
whole new level, even going so far as to use peanut butter as a burger topper. Whether you have a taste
for tradition or prefer to go off the map, somewhere in Windsor is a burger with your name on it.
WALKERVILLE TAVERN
Understated is the name of the game when you drive
past the garage-door-style front of this defiantly bluecollar hole-in-the-wall, so typical of Olde Walkerville.
The last thing you’d expect to find on the one-page
dinner menu is grilled tofu “in a rich garlic lemongrass sauce”, or Singapore noodles topped with a fried
egg, yet that’s what they serve. Their claim to fame,
however, is the “Todd Father”. Artfully composed of
seven ounces of freshly ground, 100% Halal beef, a
Blak’s bakery brioche bun, lettuce, tomato, red onion
and the requisite dill pickle, it’s a burger that has
gained the local tavern an underground cult following. Ordered straight-up, the “Todd Father” is your
classic burger’s burger. The hand-packed meat is thick,
juicy and fall-apart-in-your-mouth tender. It’s also
cooked to your specifications, a feature that’s hard to
find outside of a fine steakhouse. If you’re looking to
go beyond the basic, the menu offers limitless options
for dressing up your burger. You can choose from a
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variety of gourmet sauces, including
wasabi mayo, Sriracha and housemade “Tavern Sauce”, as well as inspired toppings such as crispy frenched
onions, fried jalapenos, a fried egg and
even french fries, not to mention a What a fabulous assignment. Enjoying some of the
area’s best burgers....Alexandra Lucier.
selection of cheeses. A gluten-free option is also available for $2.00 extra.
Even with the $2.95 charge for fresh-cut fries or a house salad, the $9.95 you pay
for the burger is well-worth the mountain of food you and your stomach are about
to be subjected to. It’s quality on top of quantity. Great bang for your buck and
a respectable burger done right are just two of the reasons the Walkerville Tavern
has remained one of Windsor’s best-kept secrets.
JOHNNY SHOTZ
If taking the road less travelled made all the difference to Robert Frost, the chefs
at Johnny Shotz in Tecumseh are well off the beaten path. It’s no menu misprint;
there’s peanut butter on that burger! The peanut butter movement has been
emerging on burger menus of a few bold trailblazing restaurants in the past few
years, and it seems Johnny Shotz is hopping
on the bandwagon. The burger begins with
a solid foundation: specialty in-houseground, hand-packed, seasoned beef, grilled
to order and served on a classic bun. Rather
than making the burger overpoweringly
rich, as one might expect, the creamy, salty
peanut butter is the perfect foil to their
signature smoked onion sauce. American
cheese adds another layer of flavour, crispy
smoked bacon texture. One bite hits all the
notes on your palate. If the Peanut Butter
Burger doesn’t defy tradition enough, the
standard accompaniments of lettuce, tomato and onion have been thoughtfully
excluded so as not to muddle the complex
balance of flavours and textures. Don’t even
think about ketchup and pickles. Johnny
Shotz is a typical roadhouse with typical
roadhouse food (other items on the menu
include a mushroom and Swiss burger, deep
fried pickles, nachos and jumbo chicken
wings), with one exception. The insertion of
a peanut butter burger may seem random
and a bit eccentric, but it’s there for a reason. The combination of rich, unctuous
beef and sticky, salty-sweet nuttiness is a discovery chefs and diners are beginning to unlock. Everyone should try it at least once.
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Play a round of eighteen holes or spend the
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Parkside Grille. Enjoy the 3000-square-foot
outdoor patio lounge with its spectacular
view. Sit in front of the fireplace or one of
the two 60-inch televisions. Treat yourself to
a fine vintage from the restaurant’s extensive
wine list. Order an appetizer of Baked Brie
Brûlée and then perhaps…a burger? Situated on the southern shore of Lake St. Clair,
Rochester Place Golf Club and Resort is
comprised of 167 acres of seasonal campsites, a golf course, splash pad, playground,
recreation hall and, of course, Parkside
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recently renovated into an elegant yet casual
dining hotspot. On the menu alongside
steak tartar and maple-miso-roasted Atlantic
salmon is an inspired list of burgers. For
those who like a little heat in their meat,
chef Johnny Orian and his sous chefs have
crafted the Firehouse Burger. It starts with
seasoned beef smashed on the grill to give it
a caramelized crust, and a light brioche bun
which is given added flavour when it’s
branded with the Parkside logo. House pickled jalapenos, Sriracha mayo and fire-roasted
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kick. Pickles are then added for balance,
thick-sliced onion rings for texture and
grated smoked cheddar to round out the
intensity. Craftily constructed to reach a full
depth of sweet, spicy, tangy, smoky, crunchy,
soft and creamy, this is a burger for the true
connoisseur. The Firehouse arrives in a tower
of saucy, juicy goodness, but it holds together well, which chef Johnny says is
important in a burger. “The best way to attack it,” he advises, “is to press down on the
top of the bun just to slightly smash down
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MOTOR BURGER
It’s been voted #1 of the top five burgers in
Canada by Reader’s Digest. Thrillist named
it one of the ten best burgers in Ontario. It’s
been featured on the Food Network’s You
Gotta Eat Here, as well as multiple local
publications, including the Windsor Star.
Besides serving up a full menu of homemade
craft beers, hand-crafted shakes (both spiked
and kid-friendly), the most addictive sweet
potato fries known to mankind (seriously,
order a large) and “the best nacho platter
ever”, according to the Reader’s Digest food
blog, Motor Burger packs some serious
punch in their signature burger, the “Deux
Chevaux”. Like the other burgers on the
menu, its name is a play on Windsor’s auto
industry and connotes horsepower. This particular burger, however, has achieved the
funky Erie Street eatery nationwide acclaim.
The symphony of flavours results from an
elegantly orchestrated combination of Motor
Burger’s fresh, house-ground AAA beef,
sharp Dijon, baby spinach, creamy gruyere
cheese, double-smoked bacon and balsamiccaramelized red onions, which partner with
the mustard to impart an unforgettable tang.
The spinach is bitter, the brioche bun
sweet, the gruyere and bacon smoky, giving
the “Deux Chevaux” a complex, almost
umami profile. Other masterpieces on the
menu include the “El Camino” (made with
chorizo sausage, smoked cheese, chipotle
aioli, avocado and lime-spiked tomato salsa),
the “Lamb-Orghini” (fresh-ground lamb,
sundried tomato tapanade and goat cheese)
and the restaurant’s newest creation, the
“Peanut Butter Pancetta Motor Classic”.
There are also chicken, turkey and fish burgers on offer, as well as a truly great veggie
burger, made with mushrooms, pumpkin
seeds, corn, butter beans, chickpeas and
lentils, topped with Curry Motor Sauce.
Speaking of sauces, don’t forget about the
house-made dipping sauces available for an
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Capri Pizzeria - Capri’s casual atmosphere and
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Casa Mia Ristorante - Experience authentic
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Fratelli Pasta Grill - Offering flavour drenched
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Joe Schmoe’s Eats N’ Drinks - Family friendly
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COWBOYS IN CARDIGANS
Rock Music Without Boundaries
STORY BY DICK HILDEBRAND / PHOTOGRAPHY BY ELENA VALVASORI
Cowboys In Cardigans members from left to right:
Jordan Tough, Jamie Reaume, Devon Pastorius, Taylor Horne.
and was produced at SLR Studios with local sound engineer Marty
Bak. “Platypus,” explains Jamie, “is an eclectic mix of bits and pieces
that aren’t quite related but somehow come together...sort of like
the Australian mammal. We have some of the heaviest music we’ve
ever written, right next to fully acoustic tracks with the drummer on
the ukulele. It’s a very diverse album.”
Proceeds from the release event were turned over to Kenneth
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Group with the money being used primarily to buy new instruments for local young musicians.
Both discs are available at Dr. Disc on Ouellette Avenue downtown and the music can be heard on iTunes, Google Play and
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Drummer Jordan Tough, the other band founder hails from the
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third pickup player for various occasions including gigs at Caesars
Windsor. Initially, he and Jamie began as a duo but quickly realized
they wanted and needed more, so Devon Pastorius, 23, came aboard
as lead guitarist. Actually, the three had often played together on
various band jam nights for 4 or 5 years so their association was a
given. Early last year, just as the Cowboys were recording ‘Cockatoo’, Taylor Horne, an Essex County boy whom Jamie had met on
occasion, was added as bass player. He’s 30, his day job is at a machine shop, he’s an exceptional bassist and even though he normally
tends to his duties on an electric instrument, he has on occasion,
switched to a stand-up bass for a different effect which is demonstrated on Platypus. The guys are good friends and hang together as
much as possible. All band business is handled in-house – from
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UNLESS YOU’RE ALREADY A FAN, the name Cowboys in
Cardigans conjures up visions of a group of Mr. Rogers sitting
around a campfire singing western roundup songs. Nothing could
be further from the truth!
Cowboys in Cardigans is a euphemism for astronauts, something
that’s always intrigued Chatham native Jamie Reaume, who cofounded the band after moving to Windsor to continue his education. He’s used the name for at least 10 years as his publishing
identity and explains, “we had to come up with something quickly
because a local radio station wanted to play one of our tunes – but
without a name that was an impossibility. I ran it by the guys and
they all agreed.” So, in late 2013, following a series of happy circumstances, Cowboys in Cardigans came together and for their first
performance, opened for another group at the popular Venue Music
Hall, which has since become their unofficial home. Public appearances were limited during those first months, as the guys buckled
down to concentrate on writing and recording their own material.
‘Cockatoo’, the group’s debut album was released little more than
a year ago and was followed by ‘Platypus’ which came out in
November.
Jamie, 35, is a full-time musician and provides lead vocals for the
group. He also plays the guitar and occasionally adds some ukulele
to the mix. ‘Platypus’ highlights the members’ talents as they branch
out, trying different instruments to diversify the sound. “We have
these tunes that come out of our writing process that are really
different from our aggressive, hard rock and roll,” explains Jamie,
“and when we make a record we don’t want 9 songs that all sound
alike. We also don’t want to play a show where everything sounds
the same.”
‘Platypus’ was made possible by a grant from the City of Windsor’s Arts, Culture and Heritage Fund. It features 7 original tracks
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merchandise design and creation, to the
website, to videos and photographs appearing on discs and other promotional material.
Pastorius is a true entrepreneur. A native
of Windsor, he started playing the guitar
about a decade ago and has been in various
groups. He graduated from the University
of Windsor with a degree in Communications, Media, Film and Creative Writing,
and is a professional photographer. He explains the band’s synergy this way; “we all
like the songs, we all kind of revolve around
the same kind of musical influences and
ideas and have our own unique draws as
well. We’ve always played together so putting the band together just made good
sense.”
Now that the group has 2 albums on the
market, the Cowboys are concentrating on
polishing their live shows. They were back
at the Venue Music Hall on May 22nd and
they’re returning for their third consecutive
appearance at the Windsor Fork and Cork
fest on July 3rd. In August the band will
travel to Toronto for the first time to do a
show at the legendary Horseshoe Tavern. A
very pleased Jamie Reaume says; “it took us
22 months to finally land a gig outside of
Windsor. We worked extremely hard but we
did it!”
Trying to pigeonhole the band’s sound
into a specific category is a virtual impossibility since it’s been compared to every alternative rock band of the 90s. You’ll hear
traces of Nirvana grunge, funk rhythms of
the Red Hot Chilli Peppers, production
values of The Stone Temple Pilots and vocals that seem to leap out of the glory days of
Motown. “We play what we like to play,”
says Pastorius, “we don’t want to fit ourselves
into a box.” In other words, you never really
know what you’re gonna get – but it will
rock!
To date, Cowboys in Cardigans have received airplay on college radio stations in
at least 4 Canadian provinces, including
CJAM at the University of Windsor, the
CBC and 89X and have received recognition
as one of the top bands in the WindsorDetroit market.
There’s little doubt this is a band on the
move. With ever-increasing airplay and a
unique blend of vocals and instrumentation
giving each tune its own unique identity, the
players can look forward to a rosy musical
future. And with their enduring friendship,
musicianship and business acumen, the guys
known as Cowboys in Cardigans should experience longevity and success in the most
fickle of industries.
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CLOSING THE DOOR ON PAST TROUBLES,
THE NEW CAMBODIA EMBRACES TOURISM
STORY KAREN PATON-EVANS / PHOTOGRAPHY BY PAM AND BILL SENEY, MARIA AND ROGER BRAMHALL
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Cambodia is so old that it has not yet been determined when
people first lived there. Carbon dating indicates that cave dwellers
using stone tools were in the area around 4000 BCE. Much of
Cambodia’s long history is turbulent and disturbing. Political
instability reached such a peak in 1867 that Cambodian King
Norodom asked France to establish a protectorate over his country.
France obliged until deciding to give the country its independence
in 1953, after putting a French accent on Cambodia’s cityscapes,
government, cuisine and culture.
North and South Vietnam warred against one another from 1963
to 1975, spreading the violence into neighbouring Cambodia and
sparking a civil war. The pro-west Khmer Republic was established
but collapsed in 1975 to Pol Pot and his Khmer Rouge. The brutal
communist regime killed nearly 1.7 million Cambodian residents
between 1975 and 1979 before the Vietnamese military ousted Pol
Pot and occupied Cambodia for 10 years.
Cambodia won back its rights in the 1991 Paris Peace Agreements. Two years later, the monarchy was restored and the Kingdom of Cambodia was ready to begin anew. France and other
countries injected resources into battered Cambodia to help it rise
off its knees. Keen to show visitors a Cambodia far different than
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FOR CANADIANS WHO GREW UP on years of news reports
about the brutal Vietnam War and the killing fields of Cambodia,
it is a bit of a mind shift to select the region as a desirable vacation
destination.
Even so, Pam and Bill Seney and Maria and Roger Bramhall chose
to number among the 2 million-plus visitors to Indochina this year.
When Windsor Life last caught up with the Essex County couples, they were on safari in Africa, stroking a shark and being licked
by wild cheetahs. The exotic appeal of Cambodia, North and South
Vietnam, Thailand and Hong Kong seems tame by comparison.
Maria and Roger had talked so enthusiastically of their first visit
to Thailand that Pam and Bill were eager to see Indochina for themselves. Although the foursome appreciate relaxing periodically by
the pool, they are more interested in uncovering a region’s cultural
gifts.
Their adventure began with a flight from Toronto on Jan. 7th to
Hong Kong. With an itinerary packed with many more flights,
knowledgeable private guides, quality hotels and intriguing excursions, the travelers were on the go till Jan. 29th.
Windsor Life is sharing their experiences in each country in a
series of articles, starting with the Kingdom of Cambodia.
Clockwise from above left: The world’s largest temple complex, Angkor Wat, is a thriving, active religious centre as well as the premier destination for tourists visiting Cambodia; intricate stone carvings adorn the Buddhist temple complex begun in 802;
Banyan trees leave the confines of the jungle and fuse their branches and roots with
the stone walls and turrets of Ta Prohm; Pam Seney gets nose to nose with an ancient
stone face; centuries of war have not diminished the beauty or spiritual tranquility of
the Buddhist temples; Pam and Bill Seney along with Maria and Roger Bramhall test
the stability of the sandstone temple walls; smiling serenely, one of about 200 stone
faces greets visitors to the Angkor Thom temple.
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what westerners had been viewing in the news, the
country put energy into organizing and promoting its new tourism industry. With time, many
travelers have accepted that Cambodia is now a
safe place to visit. Cambodians have reinforced
that trust with courteous hospitality service and a
friendly attitude toward visitors.
For the Essex County couples, the first indication that they were definitely not traveling in the
west was upon arrival at the airport in Siem Reap,
Cambodia on Jan. 18th. Customs officials collected passports from all of the passengers
and once satisfied, called out travelers’ names,
instructing passengers to hand around every passport till hopefully the right person claimed it.
Once in Siem Reap, Pam was pleased to discover, “It is quite a beautiful little town. This is a
really happening place.”
Maria notes, “All the locals come out, cooking
their meals on the street, right where they are
working.” Street food for purchase included
snakes on a stick, locusts, tarantulas and crickets.
There were also traditional, more palatable Cambodian dishes: “We were tempted because it
smelled so good and everyone was lapping it up.
But no,” Pam says. The travelers were also careful
to drink bottled water. Their multi-country trek
did not allow for sick days.
Foreign influences are visible in the French colonial and Chinese-style architecture in the older
areas. New hotels with western amenities provide
comfortable accommodations. Little pleasures are
inexpensive, like beer for a buck and $8 for a one
hour deep massage. After sightseeing, the two
This page, counterclockwise from the top: Life is lived
in the public eye in Siem Reap. Taking in the night life,
Maria and Roger Bramhall and Bill and Pam Seney unwind with foot massages; grimace as an Australian
tourist eats a tarantula for dinner; and take a pass on
snakes on a stick for their own evening meal.
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This page, clockwise from top right: A tower of the Angkor Thom temple is watched
over by benign faces on all sides; friendly and welcoming like her elders, a Cambodian toddler waves to visitors; a resident of Cambodia’s Great Lake, Tonle Sap Lake,
prepares his catch of the day; a fisherman unfurls his net; families not only travel on
the lake, they live in small boats in floating villages.
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couples appreciated the foot massage service, just $1 for 30 minutes.
Cambodia’s archeological treasures are
displayed in the Angkor National Museum.
Also in the Siem Reap vicinity is the Cambodian Cultural Village with 13 villages
representing the country’s heritage.
Promising to show visitors the country’s
most significant sites in a few hours, the
Cambodian Cultural Village displays miniatures of the Royal Palace, Wat Phnom,
Reclining Buddha and more. It also has
numerous life sized villages, permitting
visitors to stroll past the small houses
formed of intricately woven plant material
and raised on stilts in the Kroeung village;
watch fishermen expertly cast nets on the
water in the floating fishing village; and
admire the skill of the blacksmiths at work
in the Islamic Cham village. In each village,
costumed dancers perform the dances
of the region and era. Visitors are also
invited to the Millionaire’s House to attend
a traditional Khmer wedding celebration,
complete with ceremonial hair trimming
of the bride and groom at the head table.
The actual Royal Palace is in the Kingdom of Cambodia’s capitol city, Phnom
Penh, 230 km from Siem Reap. The
Bramhalls and Seneys did not have time
to visit, but they tourists who do are well
rewarded for their journey. Built in the
1860s, the palace has been the residence of
the kings of Cambodia ever since, except
during the reign of the reign of the Khmer
Rouge. It is comprised of several impressive
and extraordinary buildings, including the
Throne Hall, the Moonlight Pavilion and
the Silver Pagoda, paved with 5,000 silver
tiles completely covering the floor.
At the top of every tourist’s must see
list is the incredible Angkor temple complex, the planet’s largest concentration of
religious temples and considered one of the
wonders of the world. Where religion was
banned during Pol Pot’s regime, now Buddhist monks in bright orange robes freely
pray and meditate. The first stones were
laid by King Jayavarman II in 802 near
Siem Reap. Over 600 years, successive
Khmer kings expanded the temples and
their Angkor Empire, ruling over most
of what is Southeast Asia today. They also
installed a massive irrigation system of
manmade lakes and canals that enabled
three rice crops to be harvested annually;
part of the system is still in use.
On Jan. 19th, the Bramhalls and
Seneys explored the Angkor Wat and
Angkor Thom temples within the Angkor
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Archaeological Park. “Though they are
Buddhist temples, they had long walls that
are carved, telling stories of Hindu gods. It
was interesting to see Hindu influence
throughout the temples,” Bill says. “Buddhism grew out of Hinduism. Cambodia’s
different kings embraced different religions.” Today, more than 95% of Cambodians practice Theravada Buddhism, the
country’s official religion. The temples are
active centres of faith with monks and widowed wat grannies taking monastic orders
and caring for the complex.
Remarking that the construction work
was done by slaves, Pam says, “The carvings
and etchings in the stone were mind-blowing and completed by artisans.”
Beyond the Elephant Terrace and the
Terrace of the Leper King is the Bayon
temple, built in the 12th century. About
200 huge stone faces, carved with serene
expressions, adorn many of the temple’s
towers.
Ta Prohm, another area of the temple
complex, is partially reclaimed by the encroaching jungle. Banyan tree limbs snake
along the maze of stone hallways, courtyards and crumbling towers. “The tree
roots that have grown over the temples are
centuries old,” Bill observes. Some form
natural porticoes to the stone entranceways into the temples. Carved faces peep
through entwined branches that have
climbed over the stone figures.
“This was the backdrop of the Angelina
Jolie movie, Laura Croft: Tomb Raider,”
Roger adds.
The star of Cambodia’s temples is
Angkor Wat, the largest temple on earth.
Inspired by 12th century Hinduism,
Angkor Wat draws the devout. As the
earthly home of ancient gods, Angkor Wat
is heaven on earth and the national symbol
of Cambodia.
It is believed that Angkor Wat’s original
purpose was to serve as a funerary temple
for King Suryavarman II. Cambodians
are convinced their ancient king’s burial
monument far surpasses the pyramids of
Egyptian royalty. The temple is oriented to
the west to conform to the symbolism
between the setting sun and death. The
stone is carved with bas-reliefs intended to
be viewed from left to right in the order of
Hindu funereal ritual.
Surrounded by a 190m-wide moat,
Angkor Wat is built of sandstone blocks.
Lotus bud towers pierce the sky. A three
storey central temple boasts very steep stairs
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to pilgrims that reaching the kingdom
of the gods is not easy. Temple walls are
ornamented by 3,000 carved apsaras or
heavenly nymphs. Many of the original
statues in the Gallery of 1000 Buddhas
were removed by the Khmer Rouge.
Back in Siem Reap, the friends entered
Banteay Srei, the citadel of women. “This
tiny, enchanting temple is one of the jewels
in this remarkable city,” Maria says. “We
got there early in the morning and had
the place nearly to ourselves.” That made
possible closer inspection and thorough
appreciation of the intricate carvings cut
into the red sandstone structure, built in
the 10th century.
Dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva,
Banteay Srei is alive with the carved images
of traditionally dressed women carrying
lotus flowers. Impressively decorative carvings are everywhere, including in the libraries.
The Essex County residents looked
forward to seeing Cambodia’s own Great
Lake, Tonle Sap Lake, the largest body of
fresh water in South East Asia. It is the
lifeblood of the country.
Roger was disappointed to find, “It’s a
very dirty lake. The only reason it is survivable is because the Mekong River is
constantly flushing it out with water.”
Another saving grace is the purified drinking water station installed by the U.S.
Despite the lake’s condition, it is home
to over 300 species of fresh water fish, plus
snakes, crocodiles, tortoises, turtles, otters,
storks, pelicans and other water birds. It is
also where three million of Cambodia’s
15.2 million people live. Not just at the
water’s edge in tall, stilted houses: Many
reside right on the lake in floating villages.
“On board a small shaded vessel, we
moved between the floating homes and
small fish farms,” Pam says. Entire families
live on their small boats; when more space
is needed and finances permit, another
watercraft is added on. Just about everything else a town would offer is bobbing on
the water: Grocery and convenience stores,
clinics, schools, pigsties and even a basketball court. The best known floating village
is Chong Khneas, 15 km from Siem Reap.
Leaving behind the lake community, it
was time to meet the glittering, modern
metropolis of Bangkok. Bags packed, the
traveling friends boarded their plane to
Thailand.
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Clockwise from left: ICG Team from WAC (l-r) Hayden Mitchell,
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SWIMMING
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STORY BY NANCY HANES
CANADIANS LOVE THEIR HOCKEY. From back yard rinks, to street hockey,
house league or travel, hockey is our National sport and the favourite sport of most
Canadians. Windsor is no exception. But with the new downtown pool attracting
serious competitions, and the World Fina Swim Championship coming to Windsor in
just over a year, I say there’s a new sport in town! Swimming has gained popularity in
this country ever since the 2008 Olympics when phenom Michael Phelps dominated
the sport winning a record breaking 8 gold medals. Since then, enrollment in the sport
has increased nearly 25%. Olympic swimmers have become celebrities, and the popularity of the sport continues to grow. And why not? The sport of swimming has so
many health benefits. It is a sport that can be enjoyed a life time. Swimmers as old
as 100 years still compete at the Masters meets. It is the only sport recommended by
cardiologists for their heart patients.
The opportunities available for swimmers are vast. From travelling all over Canada,
and possibly the world, swimming provides experiences to last a lifetime. Local swimmers know firsthand the benefits of the sport, the opportunities given, and the love that
can only be described as an obsession.
In 2008, Windsor sent a swim team to Greece to compete in the International Children’s Games. Since then, swimmers have competed in Scotland, South Korea,
Australia, and here in Windsor. The athletes range in age from 12–15 years. The Games
include 2-3 days of competition as well as ceremonies and excursions focusing
on sportsmanship, friendship and cultural diversity. For some, it’s a once in a lifetime
experience.
This June, eight local swimmers will be travelling to the Netherlands for the next
ICG. For a couple of teammates, this will be their third time competing. Madeleine
McDonald and Kendra Polewski, both of Windsor Aquatic Club, competed at
the ICG in Australia this past December, and were the home town athletes when
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Windsor hosted the Games in 2013. For
Madeleine, both Games were incredible experiences but for different reasons. Although she
swam her best times in Windsor, which she
attributes to the boisterous hometown crowd,
her experiences in Australia are her most memorable. “Racing people from different countries,
and having new competition is very cool,”
explains McDonald. It was the highlight of the
trip for her. Of course she loved her time sightseeing as well. For Polewski, Australia was awesome. She loved meeting people from all around
the world and getting to experience the culture.
Both girls are so excited and very thankful for
another opportunity to compete at the Games.
Mackenzie Burnett is the newest member of
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very high level meets. She attributes this year’s
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me as far as possible.” Burnett’s first major championship meet was Eastern Nationals held in
Quebec City this past February where she gained
racing experience and confidence. “The city
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Mitchell is also having a standout year. His
dedication and work ethic have paid off.
He qualified for Provincials for the first
time. He and his family will be travelling
to Ottawa for the meet, which also happens
to land on Canada Day this year. Celebrating Canada Day in Ottawa is something
the whole family is looking forward to.
This upcoming ICG will also mark
Coach Jeff Cowan’s third trip to the Games.
“I am excited to be able to be a part of the
International Children’s Games again,”
says Cowan. “I have been lucky enough to
take swimmers to Greece, Scotland, and
now to the Netherlands, as well as running
the swimming when Windsor hosted the
Games back in 2013. But I am most excited for the kids who get to go overseas,
experience a different culture, meet new
people from all over the world, and get a
taste of international competition. The experiences they will have gained will be
something that will last forever.”
Sadie Fazekas, a grade 12 student, has
dedicated her last 9 years to the sport she
loves. It has taken her all over Canada. She
has been to every province west of Quebec
for swimming and hopes to have a meet in
Eastern Canada in the near future. “It’s
been a really cool experience seeing parts
of Canada that I probably wouldn’t have
otherwise. My family and I have made our
vacations out of it and it’s been great.”
When your passion is swimming, there
leaves little time for much else. This doesn’t seem to faze the swimmers. Their passion and love of the sport always overrides
the sacrifices. “I have to miss lots of things
with my school friends but I love it so
much that it never feels like a sacrifice,”
says McDonald. Polewski agrees that it can
get tricky finding time for homework but
“when you love it, it’s never that bad.” Burnett says she’s gotten really used to saying,
“Sorry I can’t...I have practice,” but it all
seems to be paying off. “I get to travel to
other parts of the country and the world to
do something that I love and work so hard
for.” Fazekas can barely remember a time
when she didn’t swim. Swimming six days
a week takes up lots of her time but she
never complains about it. “I love being in
the water. It’s calming,” she explains. “It
takes my mind off the stress of school and
everything else. I jump in the water and
leave it all behind.” Some of her friends
think what she does is a huge commitment
but she loves it and “couldn’t imagine life
without swimming.”
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her, Mike’s words ring true. After her competition in Quebec this summer, she will be
heading to the University of Akron in Ohio
on a swim scholarship. “I’m so excited to
continue on with my swimming career and
feel extremely lucky to have this opportunity for a great education because of my
sport,” says Sadie. Her teammates Hannah
Oswald and Olivia Capocci are also on
scholarships at Oakland University and
BYU, respectively. For these three girls and
their many friends who also swim at the
college level, their years in the sport they
love have truly been the best investment
they could have asked for. Capocci, who
will be returning to BYU as a Junior in September, says BYU is the best thing that has
ever happened to her. “I have made lifelong
friends from all over the world who have
been a part of my journey, and I am so
thankful for all the opportunities that have
come my way because of swimming.”
The swimmers’ passion for the sport
trickles into every part of their life. Their
coach and mentor McWha teaches them
life lessons in and out of the pool. “Mike
has taught me self confidence. I can do
things I didn’t actually think I could do,”
states McDonald. She has learned leadership skills, goal setting, and most importantly, how hard work really does pay off.
Kendra has learned to never give up and
always chase your dreams. Mackenzie says
swimming has taught her dedication, discipline, how to be competitive and how
to manage her time which she feels is a skill
that will help her for the rest of her life.
For the McDonald family, swimming
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Madeleine’s brother plays hockey. They
often argue about which sport is better and
which one is harder. Her brother teases that
“swimming isn’t a real sport.” She counters
with the fact that she trains longer and
harder. She doesn’t get time outs to catch
her breath or get substitutions. Hayden
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for swimming. “I love swimming because
I’m good at it and it’s an individual sport. I
tried travel hockey for a few years, but
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being sarcastic or funny. The more you try
to fix it, the worse it gets. The less you say
and do, the sooner this will pass. Spend time
on what is truly important in your life.
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JUN 22 - JUL 23:
Though you feel tired and weary, do not
give up. If you must, rest for a bit, but do
not walk away when you are approaching
the finish line. It will still take some time to
sort things out. Remember that anything
worthwhile is worth waiting for and you
have worked so hard to get this far.
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necessarily what you get. Very few people
can live up to your high expectations. Just
when you think you have it figured out,
someone else comes along and throws a
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you thought they would. It then feels like
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what you know for sure. This is most likely
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to drain you of your energy. Use your intuition to guide you. Make sure you get
enough rest to recharge yourself.
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OCT 24 - NOV 22:
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frustrated when others do not listen to what
you have to say. Try to stay in the here and
now. You should be able to use wisdom
gained from past experience to help everyone get on the same page. Later on, you will
be thankful that you did.
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This might be a good time to start working
on a healthy routine to improve yourself if
necessary. Efforts at self-improvement will
most likely pay off more so than at other
times. Changing the way you react to certain people, choosing a new way to respond
can bring rewards.
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A short retreat may be in order if you feel
overwhelmed at times by the sheer volume
of activities heading your way. It seems as if
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those who do.
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JAN 21 - FEB 19:
Friends want to be lovers and lovers just
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time while you sort things out. This does
not apply to everybody. It may be a passing
phase. Or, you may find that things change
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not so much action. People around you
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city of Windsor.”
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where he played softball, basketball, pee wee football and
participated in track and field but his efforts were cut
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short in Grade 8 when he developed a problem with his knees However, by the time he
was in high school, his body had healed and
he returned to athletics, where he excelled
in basketball and volleyball. In fact he was
named Co-Athlete of the Year in Grade 13.
During winter months, he and his friends
played hockey on an outdoor rink and even
strapped on the skates and played on the
streets which had become frozen before the
ploughs came through.
After finishing Teachers’ College in 1976
and only one interview, Jim landed a job at
Sandwich Secondary School – where he was
a fixture for 35 years, his entire teaching career, until his retirement in 2011. He taught
geography for the first five years and spent
the remainder of his career as a math instructor. During his last 4 or 5 years on the
job, Jim worked exclusively with grade 9
students because, as he says, “you can mold
them-since it’s their first time in high school
and you have a chance to really have a big
effect on them. If they grasp the fundamentals in their first year of high school, they’re
going to do well the rest of the way.”
Given his love for sports, he also coached
more than 50 boys’, girls’ and mixed teams,
both at school and in the community
and helped training efforts at the Olympia
Sports Camp in Huntsville during 8 summers.
Roughly a month into his retirement, Jim
gave in to his adventurous side and joined
his brother-law-aboard a 30-foot boat for a
month-long cruise from Belle River to New
York City. “We travelled the entire distance
of Lake Erie,” he recalls, “went through all
37 locks on the Erie Canal, hooked up with
the Hudson River near Albany and finished
our journey in New York City. My wife and
sister, who were still working, took a train
and caught up with us near Syracuse.” The
journey passed by the Statue of Liberty and
Ellis Island, before the group docked on the
New Jersey shore.
During his lengthy career, Jim discovered
that the greatest challenge facing teachers
was effective classroom management. “So I
would run over to my daybook and jot
down a phrase to remind me of something
to write about.” After retiring and nearly a
year of virtual writing inactivity Gomes met
Leamington consultant and author Ed
Roach at the Small Business Centre in
Windsor, After hearing Roach’s presentation and reading his book, ‘101 Branding
Tips’, Jim immediately started putting his
ideas onto paper. “As I was writing I came
up with about 163 tips, wrote them all
down and whittled it down to about 102. I
just couldn’t get rid of that last one so I
combined two and ended up with 101.”
At least 4 years in the making, READYSET-TEACH! has been described by international bestseller Barbara Coloroso as “delightful, refreshing, practical...a great read
for new teachers and those who have been
around the block....” It’s a fairly easy read
and offers great guidelines for teachers to
effectively manage their classrooms to the
benefit of themselves and their students.
Through the years, Jim received much
guidance from other teachers and credits
his three children, all of whom are high
school teachers, for providing their assistance for the book. Even though it’s only
about 125 pages, it’s loaded with valuable
information that emphasizes positive attitude, strong self-motivation and complete
details on the road to becoming a great
teacher. The book runs the entire gamut of
a teacher’s responsibilities – the first 3
chapters are written in chronological order.
The first deals with preparation strategies,
the second covers the first day of school
which, according to the author, is the most
important day of all, and the third chapter
involves the second day – clarifying policies
and procedures. There are suggestions on
how to communicate with parents, testing
procedures and motivations...and the list
goes on.
READY-SET-TEACH! is available in
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from his publisher FriesenPress.
Not content to sit in front of the TV and
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fall, will become a presenter for the Professional Learning Series, which provides
professional development for the teachers
at the University of Windsor’s Faculty of
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to eight homeowners’ gardens that have
been paired with artisans. The self-guided
tour sets out from Toddy Jones Park at 50
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accompanied by live music. The $50 to
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THE ALLEY ART SHOW & SALE
Till Sunday, July 19. Maiden Lane in
downtown Windsor is revealing the talents
of 50 local urban artists working in the
city’s art, music and fashion scene. Made
possible by Heather Teahan Photography,
The Squirrel Cage and the Downtown
Windsor BIA, the event includes art displays, a fashion show, yoga session, live
music, beverages and barbecued food, plus
face painting and henna tattoos for kids. It’s
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