Lots has been going on....I think most of the Boards/Committees I sit on must be trying to get some things done before the lull in the summer months. I had a Sex Trade Action Committee
Meeting on Thursday of last week. Not a whole lot new here. It is still an issue and it becomes more apparent during the warmer months. The "survival" sex trade is directly connected todrug addictions and I worry more when I hear of Crystal Meth and other new synthetic drugs showing up in town. What are we doing wrong as a society? Why do people become addicted to drugs? What is the driving force? I guess if we knew there would not be an issue. On a more positive note, the area surrounding the sex trade district has developed their own community group. For more details visit the new online magazine Coalfish, developed by Mike Parker.
On Thursday of last week I also had a final PRO Kids meeting before "Curry Night Out" which took place on Saturday night. It was a wonderful evening with a fantastic Indian meal prepared by the Delta chefs under the direction of Pam Iype. There were a lot less tickets sold this year than in the past. I feel there are just too many dinners now days and they are all for great causes. We will have to come up with some innovative ideas to ensure the future success of this great organization. Thanks to all who came and donated their time and money!
I ended Thursday night with a trip to Fredericton to watch the screening of a play that my younger sister wrote. It was screened at St. Thomas University and she did an awesome job. I guess I was the scientist in our family and she was the artist/writer. She is truly gifted and I know she will do great things. The play was called "Sandcastle Syndrome" and if I get her permission I will have to post the script on here sometime.
The weekend was quiet with more gardening and relaxing. The crocuses are up and the daffodils and tulips are not far behind. Did some window shopping for flag stone as we want to put in a new stone patio and pond this summer. It is hard stuff to get hold of so if you have any tips then please let me know. The trees have been trimmed and the lawn fertilized (no pesticides of course).
On Monday, our Many Faces of Violence Committee put on a lunch and learn entitled "A Journey through the System". This was a mock journey of one victim's travel through the system after being abused. We had about 50 people in attendance and it was an eye opener for some. Victims must deal with many service providers and wait long periods after being abused; for some it simply is not worth it and they return to their abuser or fall through the cracks and become lost. We need some government attention on this matter for sure!
I am on a planning committee for MindPower 2006 and this event is fast approaching. I did the press release today. This is a well needed event that aims to give participants knowledge on the challenges of life and how to overcome them successfully. Basically, the rally was founded on the notion that learning to master life's difficulties is better than avoiding them and more healthy. There are some great speakers and activities lined up and it is free. So come on out on April 28th! On a related note, I would point you to an article in last weeks "here" magazine. This article focuses on one persons difficulty in dealing with anti-depressants. I believe that many doctors now days are unaware of the risks and withdrawal symptoms associated with today's anti-depressants. I have seen many friends struggle with medications and never get the counseling help that they need. Perhaps we should have a conference on this some time!
Well I think I have said enough for one night. I begin my next level of French training tomorrow night (even though I haven't got my grade from the previous session??). This weekend is a long one so I hope you all get to enjoy some R&R with friends and family. Happy Easter!
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