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Page 2 Illinois Valley News, Cave Junction, OR Wednesday, November 24, 2004 I’m one of those who wishes we could have Thanksgiving Day every day. Not only to give special thanks, but -- to tell the truth -- I thoroughly enjoy tur- key, stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, yams, Brus- sels sprouts, cranberries, hot rolls with butter, pump- kin pie, and whatever else gets plonked onto the groaning table. Unfortunately, I’ve too often staggered to my feet after a hearty Turkey Day feast, and I’m the one groaning. Actually, that doesn’t happen much any more. Really. Honestly. What’s happened of late is that with a diet change, trying to trim carbohydrates and avoiding too much fat (in my food, and the resultant transfer to the lurk- ing spare tire), meals like the traditional Thanksgiving repast are few and far between. Also, I’ve discovered that too much of the wrong food has the unhappy re- sult of going to the heart of the matter (and the body). Now the truth can be told. My diet years ago was terrible. Awful. Revolting (sort of). For nearly one year I lived on packets of cheese crackers, black cof- fee and double-cheeseburgers with fries. For one school year I lived on cinnamon rolls, chocolate milk, deep fat-fried fish sandwiches and chocolate marsh- mallow sundae cups. For one summer I lived on Three Musketeer bars, jelly doughnuts, cheeseburgers and fries. Those days are gone. Which is a good thing be- cause otherwise I’d likely be gone too. Came close a couple of times because of that somewhat bizarre diet. But surgery and lifestyle changes turned the tide. However, I will enjoy this week’s Thanksgiving meal, being careful in a dietary manner. I am hoping that no one goes hungry on that special day, and that we will remember to whom we should give thanks. Now excuse me, I am headed to the bathroom scale for a quick weight check before my pre- Thanksgiving exercise period. Editor’s Note: Views and commentary, including state- ments made as fact, are strictly those of the letter-writers.) * * * Typed, double-spaced letters written solely to this newspaper are considered for publication. Hand-written let- ters that are double-spaced and legible also can be consid- ered. Cards of thanks are not accepted as letters. * * * Canada help From Fred Krauss Selma It has come to my atten- tion that some people in the United States are moving to Canada because they don’t like President George Bush and the way the election went. I would like to tell these people that they should get down on their hands and knees every night and thank God that they are American citizens. Also, I would like to offer my help in moving them to Canada if they’ll stay there. ‘Angels wanted’ From Cindy McMurphy O’Brien We are blessed in this community to have dedi- cated volunteers who run needed, vital services. Harvest Kitchen at St. Matthias Episcopal Church serves meals to those who otherwise would go without. These people are disabled, senior citizens, homeless, veterans, home-bound, lonely, or just need a hot meal. On Mondays and Tues- days people can come and receive a smile, have a cup of coffee in a warm place, obtain a loaf of bread and hot food. I am thankful to see these angels at work, and know that they cannot do it alone. Donations are needed year-round, and now even more, as the coldest time of the year is here. Help can be provided with donations of food, warm clothing, blankets and sleeping bags, camping gear, and always, cash, to purchase needed items for this valuable service. I hope that many re- member Harvest Kitchen in their holiday giving. Positives in Iraq From Bobbie Blakely Cave Junction Last month, former val- ley resident and Evergreen school teacher Janet John- son shared firsthand infor- mation from Iraq at the All- Congregations service in Cave Junction. She has been working with the Iraqi people for the past 10 years. It was an enlightening evening and great pleasure to meet our sister, who has been in Iraq since before the Gulf War. Janet shared a letter from Specialist 1st Class Ray Reynolds, a medic in the Iowa National Guard, serving in Iraq. The follow- ing positive situations, which have occurred in Iraq recently, are excerpted from the letter: *More than 400,000 children have up-to-date immunizations. *School attendance is up 80 percent from levels before the war. *More than 1,500 schools have been renovated and rid of the weapons stored there so that educa- tion can occur. *The Port of Uhm Qasar was renovated so that grain can be off-loaded from ships faster. *The country had its first 2 billion barrel export of oil in August. *More than 4.5 million people in Iraq have clean water for the first time. *The country now re- ceives two times the electri- cal power than it did before the war. Need Extra Income? Start your own business - Only $15 start-up cost 592-6006 area with plenty of good, hot food.” The annual event is “for all persons in the valley who do not have others with whom to share their thank- fulness.” Volunteers and dona- tions of any kind will be “accepted and appreciated.” For more information phone Boucher at 592-3594 or 592-6855. Custom Shampoo - Aroma Therapy - Body Care - Diffusers - Men’s Line Available Ask about my custom parties! April Wells, Certified Aroma Therapist 592-2889 219 S. Redwood Hwy., Cave Junction E-mail: aprilsaromahome@cavenet.com I feel a very unusual sensation - if it is not indigestion, I think it must be gratitude. - Benjamin Disraeli - 955-0401 FORIS CJ Cares offers free meal for all-comers Thanksgiving Day Available for “all who come,” a free Thanksgiving meal will be dished up by Cave Junction Cares. The feast will be held at the Jubilee Park pavilion in Cave Junction Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 25 from noon to 2 p.m. CJ Cares, a volunteer group led by Lynn Boucher, offers a “nice, warm eating *100 percent of the hos- pitals are open and fully staffed, compared to 35 per- cent before the war. *Elections are taking place in every major city, and city councils are in place. *Sewer and water lines are installed in every major city. *More than 60,000 po- lice are patrolling the streets. *More than 100,000 Iraqi civil defense police are securing the country. *More than 80,000 Iraqi soldiers are patrolling the streets side-by-side with U.S. soldiers. *For the first time, more than 400,000 people have telephones. *Students are taught field sanitation and hand- washing techniques to pre- vent the spread of germs. *Girls are allowed to attend school classes. *Textbooks that don’t mention Saddam are in schools for the first time in 30 years. V I N E Y A R D S T hanksgiving Open House Tours, Wine Tasting, Hors d’oeuvres, Special Discounts Friday, Nov. 26 th and Saturday, Nov. 27 th ONLY www.foriswine.com (800) 84FORIS * (800) 843-6747 TASTING ROOM OPEN 7 DAYS, 11 A.M.-5 P.M. 654 KENDALL RD., CAVE JUNCTION, OR 97523 Illinois Valley News An Independent Weekly Newspaper Co-owned and published by Robert R. (Bob) and Jan Rodriguez Bob Rodriguez, Editor El Jefe Entered as second class matter June 11, 1937 at Post Office as Official Newspaper for Josephine County and Josephine County Three Rivers School District, published at 321 S. Redwood Hwy., Cave Junction, OR 97523 Periodicals postage paid at Cave Junction, OR 97523 Post Office Box 1370 USPS 258-820 Telephone (541) 592-2541, FAX (541) 592-4330 Volume 67, No. 36 Staff: Kacy Clement, Becky Loudon, Michelle Binker, & Shane Welsh. 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