It appears that one of the best predictors of mortality is the inability to walk 400 metres at one go. According to Google that is a quarter-mile. It appears it is not just death to worry about, but quality of life.
Studies have shown physical exercise to be beneficial in the prevention of cognitive impairment and dementia. It seems like in some cases prescribing exercise for seniors may be more important than prescribing medication.
I find that this winter is difficult to even come across a safe place to walk. I notice walking helps me sort out my day and even gain a measure of calm. It is a Zoomer Magazine that spoke to this and stated that the Romans had a saying: “Solvitur Ambulando,” a Latin phrase meaning “It is solved by walking.”
You still have time to check out the Found Objects show at the Smithers Art Gallery on until March 3. Found Object, sometimes referred to as “objet trouve,” describes art created from undisguised but often modified objects that are not normally considered materials from which art is made, often because they already have a non-art function. It is a really interesting display of art. The show is proudly sponsored by Smithers Lumber Yard.
A representative from the Prince Rupert Library and our Smithers Library director Wendy Wright will discuss the 2018 Canada Reads titles with Carolina de Ryk on CBC Radio’s Daybreak North morning show. There will be a series of four panel discussions airing on March 12, 19, 26, and 30, plus a final discussion on March 30 after the winning title is announced. The books to be discussed are The Boat People by Sharon Bala, American War by Omar El Akkad, Precious Cargo by Craig Davidson, Forgiveness by Mark Sakamoto and The Marrow Thieves by Cherie Dimaline. All the titles are at the library or on order and extra copies are on their way. American War and Precious Cargo are also available as e-books through the library. Check out cbc.ca/books/canadareads.
This sounds like so much fun: Beginner Modern Western Square Dance instruction at the Northwest Community College, Saturday, March 31 and Sunday, April 1 (Easter weekend). Register in advance, $25 for both days: cash only at Dan’s Source for Sports on Main Street. No experience, fancy dress or partner required. Guest caller and instructors are from Alberta. On March 31, 10 a.m. – noon (please arrive at 9:45) there will be Beginner Square Dance part 1, and from noon – 1 p.m. a time for your brown bag lunch (bring your own); then from 1–2 p.m. will be Choreographed Waltz or Calling Workshop. On April 1, 3–5 p.m., Beginner Square Dance part 2, 5–6:30 p.m., supper break, 7–9 p.m. a Family Dance combined with Calling. More information contact Mary B at squaredancers2018@gmail.com.
Closing with: “Laughter is an instant vacation.” –Milton Berle