In almost every report I am either extending get well wishes or deepest sympathy to mostly former Mayfair folks.
This week, a former Mayfair resident who farmed here for 50 years, Garry Napastiuk, passed away Sept. 11 in Edmonton. His wife Sandra (nee Johnson) and he raised a family of four children, lived in North Battleford for a few years and moved back to Mayfair. One of their sons, Sheldon, played in the Canadian Football League.
The town of Maple Creek has a great idea for Halloween. They have made available large pumpkin posters for residents to hang in their windows. The posters indicate to trick or treaters that the household is offering treats. The signs aren’t mandatory, but it is an idea that would brighten up neighbourhoods and create a safe environment for the children.
Another new baby born this past weekend in our area. Congratulations to brand new parents Cody and Ashley Zyznomirski on the arrival of a baby boy. Proud grandparents are Gordie and Loreili Zyznomirski, who reside near them on the farm, Cody’s mom, Audrey Fendelet Lommer of Hafford and Ahsley’s parents Maurice and Suzanne Gauthier of Meota. Great-grandparents are Marie Van Dijk (nee Haegebaert), North Battleford and former Mayfair resident Mary Zyznomirski of rural Battleford.
Shaye Clark and partner Carrie Anne of North Battleford recently became parents to twin girls. Shane is the son of Eddy Clark of Mayfair. Shaye’s brother Curtis is also excited at being a long-distance uncle, as he resides in Houston, B.C. Both attended Mayfair School as boys for a portion of their education.
Some rural communities are advertising pick-up fall suppers. Those who want to participate phone ahead of the day of the feast and show up with the cash to pick up their meal and then hurry home to enjoy.
Life has changed, but I find people are become more creative. Have a fun night, little trick or treaters, as it looks as if the weather is supposed to be warming up.
Remember, 95 per cent of your stress will disappear if you mind your own business. A quip I read on Facebook. So true ...
