{"id":4482,"date":"2014-04-14T01:47:15","date_gmt":"2014-04-14T05:47:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.vancouverceilidh.org\/?page_id=4482"},"modified":"2014-04-21T01:08:15","modified_gmt":"2014-04-21T05:08:15","slug":"ceilidh-newsletter-201314-35","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.vancouverceilidh.org\/?page_id=4482","title":{"rendered":"Ceilidh Newsletter – 2013\/14 #35"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"April<\/a><\/p>\n

I have been busy selling daffodil pins for cancer all afternoon out in Langley and then I had some work to get done before I have time to sit down and work on this week’s newsletter.\u00a0\u00a0 I want to try to get it completed sometime tonight although it may be early tomorrow morning before I am done.\u00a0\u00a0 I want to remind everyone about the party tomorrow (Monday) night at the Scottish Cultural Centre where they are celebrating the stat of the 50th year for the Vancouver Branch of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society.<\/p>\n

The party starts at 7:30 and it is FREE!\u00a0\u00a0 Come along and join in the fun.<\/p>\n

The next Ceilidh Dance is\u00a0on\u00a0Friday, April 25, 2014<\/span>\u00a0<\/strong>– in the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, Vancouver.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 That is just one\u00a0week on Friday so please make plans to come along as we really need all of you.\u00a0\u00a0 This is a fun and inexpensive way to have an enjoyable evening out with family and friends.\u00a0 Tell at least 2 friends to join you, forward this e-mail to more friends and encourage them to sign up for the newsletter and to come to the Ceilidh Dance.\u00a0 Think of the great exercise you get as well.<\/p>\n

Even though it was good attendance at the last Ceilidh Dance we still\u00a0need an even larger attendance as numbers have been low and that means we are not covering our costs.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Please help by spreading the word, rounding up as many as possible to come along – it really is lots of fun and very inexpensive.\u00a0\u00a0 Remember if you have a group of 8 or more call or e-mail me and I will arrange for a discount of $1 for each of your group but you must contact me in advance – ceilidh@rscdsvancouver.org<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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\"Dean<\/a><\/p>\n

Dean Village & Water of Leith<\/p>\n

A note from the Celtic Treasure Chest that they have quite a few specials but most importantly the two stores\u00a0are not for sale, nor are there any pans to\u00a0close either store.<\/p>\n

www.celtictreasurechest.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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There is one more\u00a0Scottish Country Dance\u00a0workshop coming up around the Province this one to be held in Vernon on April 26.\u00a0 Check out the information listed under Upcoming Events<\/p>\n

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\"Dunbar<\/a><\/p>\n

Dunbar Castle<\/p>\n

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My short-term memory is not as sharp as it used to be.\u00a0\u00a0 <\/em>Also my short-term memory is not as sharp as it used to be.<\/em><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/em>In just two days from now, tomorrow will be yesterday.<\/em><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/em>A bartender is just a pharmacist with a limited inventory.<\/em><\/p>\n

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P<\/b>unography <\/b><\/p>\n

All the toilets in New York’s police stations have been stolen . Police have<\/em>
\nnothing to go on .<\/em><\/p>\n

I got a job at a bakery because I kneaded dough .<\/em><\/p>\n

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\"Late<\/a><\/p>\n

Loch Lomond from Ben Lomond<\/p>\n

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An<\/strong> article in a recent edition of the National Post is applicable to the Ball and to Scottish Country Dancing in general. Check out<\/strong> https:\/\/life.nationalpost.com\/2013\/11\/02\/jane-macdougall-it-battle-of-fun-vs-the-gym-scottish-dancing-wins-every-time\/<\/a> Thanks Gill for the tip.<\/p>\n

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\"Bike\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Thanks to many of you who have helped by sponsoring my\u00a0son Ian\u00a0 who is, once again, planning to join the Ride to Conquer Cancer.\u00a0\u00a0 This will be his fifth year and\u00a0in the 4 years he has raised a total of $44,280 – how good is that?\u00a0\u00a0 He would like to get that total over the $60,000 mark this year and he just needs another $5,695 to do so.\u00a0 If you can spare a few dollars for this excellent cause please go to his web page at<\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.conquercancer.ca\/site\/TR?px=2334459&pg=personal&fr_id=1514&fl=en_US&et=KdIGldm86qpjCDDifJSkTA&s_tafId=319232<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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What a simply gorgeous weekend and I did not manage to pull even one weed!\u00a0\u00a0 Our garden waste cans are almost empty this week as we have both been super busy.\u00a0\u00a0 It is, of course, tax time and that has not helped even though I am supposed to be retired!\u00a0\u00a0 I also had three days when I drove cancer patients to their appointments which, as I wait to take them home again eats up quite a few hours.\u00a0\u00a0 I do bring some work with me or a book but that doesn’t always work out well.\u00a0\u00a0 Then it was the big Easter dinner at the soup kitchen run by our church and I was asked to help after which we cleaned up and set out the chairs, helped put up the sound system etc. to prepare for a Ceilidh in the Church Hall in the evening.<\/p>\n

Our church is celebrating its 75th Anniversary so this was to be a fund-raiser to help with the celebrations.\u00a0\u00a0 We had 113 paying customers plus quite a few children who were admitted free.\u00a0\u00a0 We were well entertained by some very cute wee highland dancers, an accordion player, a young duo on ukulele and singing and\u00a0the Tam O’Shanter Dancers.\u00a0\u00a0 We also had a sing-a-long and some Ceilidh dancing and we ended up the evening with some refreshments.\u00a0\u00a0 It all seemed to go very well and we had lots of compliments.\u00a0\u00a0 Of course we had to stay behind and clean up so it was another late night.<\/p>\n

Yesterday I was asked to call some Ceilidh dancing at a birthday party and I had hoped to be finished early enough to get to the Deep Cove dance but it was after 9:30 by the time I got away and I was too tired to drive over to the North Shore so I returned home.\u00a0\u00a0 I am sure I missed a great dance.<\/p>\n

\"Edinburgh<\/a><\/p>\n

Birds eye view of Edinburgh Castle<\/p>\n

BRAINS OF \u00a0<\/b>BRITAIN (these are \u00a0real) <\/b>UNIVERSITY \u00a0CHALLENGE (BBC2) <\/b> UNIVERSITY \u00a0CHALLENGE <\/b><\/p>\n

THE \u00a0VAULT\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

Melanie \u00a0Sykes:<\/p>\n

What is the name given to the \u00a0condition where the sufferer can fall asleep at any \u00a0time?<\/p>\n

Contestant:<\/p>\n

Nostalgia.<\/p>\n

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Hello everyone. The Highland Games will be on Saturday June 21st\u00a0 <\/sup>this year. Anyone that would like to volunteer again please let me know. I know a lot of people compete and have set schedules for the day, so let me know the times you would be available and I will try to make a schedule for the day that will suit. Thank you very much Duncan Campbell —\u00a0 604-944-2977\u00a0 DCampbell@designroofing.ca<\/a><\/p>\n

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Forth bridges at sunrise<\/p>\n

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The Scottish Cultural Centre is a pretty unique and wonderful asset and space is available for rent\u00a0to anyone or any group.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0The Centre does not run itself but is actually run by the United Scottish Cultural Society (USCS). Memberships in this Society are for individuals only and presently cost $10 annually. Membership Application Forms may be obtained either at the Centre or on the USCS website – www.scottishculturalcentre.com<\/a> . Any person may join USCS and Scottish Ceilidh Dancers are encouraged to show their support by doing so. If any USCS member would like to be more involved, then, Darryl Carracher, the Manager at the Centre, will be pleased to give you further information. At the present time we need to replace the roof which will be a major expense and quotes will be requested from roofing contractors.\u00a0 Upgrades to the Centre are also being considered so it is particularly appropriate that dancers join USCS. No final decisions on these upgrades will be made before Members of USCS are fully informed.<\/p>\n

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Place a dryer sheet in your pocket.\u00a0It will keep the mosquitoes away<\/b><\/p>\n

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The next Ceilidh Dance is on Friday,\u00a0April 25th, 2014<\/span> and there will be a short performance by the Branch Demonstration Team.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Please call all your friends and arrange to bring them along to the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, Vancouver to the class from 7 – 8 p.m. and the dance following from 8 – 11 p.m. with the live music of Calanais.\u00a0 Admission at the door is only $10 (students etc. $8) but unless we get a big increase in attendance the price will have to go up.\u00a0 No partner or experience necessary – just bring your smiles and I would suggest flat, comfy shoes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Michelle has very kindly made up a Facebook event page for the Ceilidh but you need to “Search for Vancouver Ceilidh on Facebook and “Like” us to receive updates on upcoming Ceilidhs and other events”.\u00a0\u00a0 Then,\u00a0 if you “Like” the Vancouver Ceilidh FB page (do as described above), you too will receive updates AND be able to share those updates and events on your personal Facebook page to your friends and ask that they “Like” and “Share”, etc.<\/p>\n

Ceilidh Dances are great ways to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries etc.\u00a0\u00a0 Invite all your friends to come and join you at the Ceilidh.\u00a0\u00a0 You are welcome to bring your own cake and we’ll even sing for you!!<\/p>\n

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A new link has been added to the contacts page – Scottish Canadian Business Association of British Columbia.\u00a0\u00a0 ScotCanBC seeks to expand trade and investment between Scotland and B.C.\u00a0\u00a0 The website is www.scotcanbc.org<\/a> where you can find details about the organization, membership etc.<\/p>\n

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There were some very good pictures taken at the January 4, 2013 Ceilidh Dance which have been posted on the RSCDS Vancouver Branch Facebook page. If you do not want your picture on that page please contact web@rscdsvancouver.org<\/a>. The link for the pictures is: www.facebook.com\/media\/set\/?set=a.316825198419573.56421.149674745134620&type=3<\/a><\/p>\n

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I have a little Satnav
\nIt sits there in my car
\nA Satnav is a driver’s friend
\nit tells you where you are
\nI have a little Satnav
\nI’ve had it all my life
\nIt does more than the normal one
\nMy Satnav is my wife
\nIt gives me full instructions
\nOn exactly how to drive
\n“It’s thirty miles an hour” it says
\n“And you’re doing thirty-five”
\nIt tells me when to stop and start
\nAnd when to use the brake
\nAnd tells me that it’s never ever
\nSafe to overtake
\nIt tells me when a light is red
\nAnd when it goes to green
\nIt seems to know instinctively
\nJust when to intervene
\nIt lists the vehicles just in front
\nIt lists those to the rear
\nAnd taking this into account
\nIt specifies my gear<\/i><\/em><\/p>\n

I’m sure no other driver
\nHas so helpful a device
\nFor when we leave and lock the car
\nIt still gives its advice
\nIt fills me up with counselling
\nEach journey’s pretty fraught
\nSo why don’t I exchange it
\nAnd get a quieter sort?<\/p>\n

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\"Fraserburgh<\/a><\/p>\n

Fraserburgh Harbour<\/p>\n

Some fun and interesting sites:\u00a0 – note if you have a link to something you think others would enjoy please forward them to me.<\/p>\n

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https:\/\/www.servicecentral.com.au\/article\/the-best-card-trick-that-you-will-see-this-year\/2226\/<\/a><\/p>\n

https:\/\/vimeo.com\/15034110<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

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There will be a raffle at the Gleneagles Spring Dance on April 26 with the proceeds going to help support young people to attend the Gleneagles Ball in December.\u00a0\u00a0 The Fairmont Vancouver Hotel has again very kindly donated an “Art of\u00a0Romance Package” at their hotel.\u00a0\u00a0 The raffle tickets can be purchased even if you cannot attend the dance by contacting Simon at simon.scott43@me.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Tickets are $10 each or 3 for $20<\/p>\n

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\"Hielan'<\/a><\/p>\n

Hielan’ Coo<\/p>\n

The next Ceilidh Dance will be held\u00a0on Friday,\u00a0April 25, 2014<\/span>.\u00a0 Same time, same place, same price (so long as there is a big attendance), same amount of fun and entertainment. Now it is up to you all to help by planning on coming along and bringing loads of friends, family, acquaintances, etc. We need to improve the attendance to make the dances financially viable. Please do your best to spread the word. Let me know if you would like a poster to put up.<\/p>\n

\"Linlithgow<\/a><\/p>\n

Linlithgow Palace<\/p>\n

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Shampoo Warning:<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

I don’t know WHY I didn’t figure this out sooner!\u00a0\u00a0I use shampoo in the shower!\u00a0\u00a0 <\/i>When I wash my hair, the shampoo runs down my whole body, and printed very clearly on the shampoo label is this warning,<\/i><\/p>\n

“FOR EXTRA VOLUME AND BODY.”<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

No wonder I have been gaining weight!<\/i><\/p>\n

Well! I have gotten rid of that shampoo and\u00a0I am going to start showering with Dawn dish soap instead.\u00a0\u00a0 <\/i>Its label reads,<\/i><\/p>\n

“DISSOLVES FAT THAT IS OTHERWISE DIFFICULT TO REMOVE.”<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

Problem solved!<\/i><\/p>\n

If I don’t answer the phone, I’ll be in the shower!<\/i><\/p>\n

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A new website for kilts and accessories. Prices seem excellent, no idea of quality or trustworthiness though: www.aglowmusichouse.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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Subscriptions are still fairly stable with a few new additions but some also unsubscribing.\u00a0 \u00a0This newsletter will\u00a0go out to\u00a0388 people in many cities, provinces & countries. This is only 12 short of my goal\u00a0to get back to 400!!\u00a0\u00a0Can you help to find these 12\u00a0people to make my total?\u00a0\u00a0If only everyone who says they will sign up (including relatives!) would do so we would be there.\u00a0 \u00a0Please pass along the website to your friends and ask them to\u00a0subscribe – it is free!! \u00a0www.vancouverceilidh.org<\/a><\/p>\n

At time of writing this last week’s newsletter was opened by some 225 subscribers or 58.7% of the total list which is lower than recent weeks.\u00a0\u00a0I know some of you prefer to go to the website and open the newsletter from there so the number is even higher.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Please keep opening the newsletter!!\u00a0\u00a0 Any and all comments and suggestions are welcome.<\/p>\n

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An online contact for dance and marching shoes (ghillies, pumps, brogues, etc.) is Bruce Griffith at www.avriel.com<\/a> lllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll]]]]]]]]<\/p>\n

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Events happening in the immediate future include\u00a0the Branch Party tomorrow night, the Ceilidh Dance on the 25th<\/span> and Gleneagles Dance on the 26th\u00a0. \u00a0Please see “Coming Events” below for all information.<\/p>\n

\"North<\/a><\/p>\n

North Berwick – old pier<\/p>\n

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If anyone has any suggestions or complaints regarding the newsletter, please let me know – ceilidh@rscdsvancouver.org<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Please do not complain to your server that this is junk mail. There is a link on the e-mail should you wish to unsubscribe.<\/p>\n

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COMING EVENTS IN THE NEXT FEW WEEKS: Note: Please check list of classes for all start times and locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
2014<\/i><\/td>\n\u00a0<\/i><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Apr 14<\/i><\/span><\/strong><\/td>\nWe\u2019re Celebrating and everyone is invited for the start of our \u00a0 50th<\/sup> anniversary celebrations.\u00a0 \u00a0 Vancouver Branch Party & Ceilidh night at the Scottish Cultural \u00a0 Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, Vancouver 7:30 \u2014 10:30 p.m. \u2014 Free \u00a0 admission!!\u00a0\u00a0 For details go to <\/i>www.rscdsvancouver.org<\/i><\/span><\/a><\/i><\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Apr 25<\/i><\/span><\/td>\nMonthly Ceilidh Dance of the \u00a0 season at the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, Vancouver.\u00a0\u00a0 Class at 7 p.m. and dance following from 8 \u00a0 \u2014 11 p.m. and all for the fantastic price of $10 (students $8) \u2014 info \u00a0 604-536-9481<\/i><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Apr 26<\/i><\/span><\/td>\nGleneagles Spring Dance in Christ the Redeemer Church, West \u00a0 Vancouver at 7:00 p.m. – $10<\/i><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Apr 26<\/i><\/td>\nVernon Scottish Country Dancers Annual Workshop with guest \u00a0 teacher Maureen Lyon from White Rock\u00a0with music for the dance\u00a0by \u00a0 Kristi and Friends.\u00a0 For more information contact Ruth Hurst at\u00a0<\/i>kenhurst@shaw.ca<\/i><\/a>\u00a0<\/i>or 250 545 2626<\/i><\/i><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
May\u00a0 2<\/i><\/span><\/td>\nWhite Rock Ceilidh featuring Marian Anderson and many other \u00a0 performers at 7:30 in Elgin Hall, 14250 Crescent Road, Surrey\u00a0\u00a0 Tickets $15 (Students $8) from Gerda \u00a0 604-531-4595 or Margaret 604-536-9481<\/i><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
May 2-4<\/i><\/span><\/td>\nYouth Weekend West at Western Washington University for those 18 \u00a0 \u2014 (Under 18 with adult supervision) Teachers Eileen Hsu, Jim Maiolo & \u00a0 Katherien Shearman and music for the Ball by Calum MacKinnon & his \u00a0 Ceilidh Band \u2014 see <\/i>www.youthweekendwest.com<\/i><\/span><\/a> for all information.<\/i><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
May\u00a0 3<\/i><\/span><\/td>\nWhite Rock 60th<\/sup> Anniversary Dance with Marian \u00a0 Anderson\u2019 s Scottish Dance Band.\u00a0 Star \u00a0 of the Sea Hall, 15262 Pacific Avenue, White Rock at 7:30 p.m.\u00a0\u00a0 Doors open at 6:00 p.m.; Wine & \u00a0 appetizers at 6:30 \u2014 a late buffet will follow the dance.\u00a0\u00a0 Tickets $40 from Laurie 604-944-6678\u00a0 <\/i>ljreel@telus.net<\/i><\/span><\/a> or Gerda 604-531-4595\u00a0 <\/i>gerdab@shaw.ca<\/i><\/span><\/a> or by PayPal at <\/i>www.wrscdc.org<\/i><\/span><\/a><\/i><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
May\u00a0 5<\/i><\/td>\nBurnaby Spring session, Scandinavian Community Centre, 6540 \u00a0 Thomas Street, Burnaby at 7:30 p.m.\u00a0 – \u00a0 $6<\/i><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
May 10<\/i><\/td>\nBellingham social<\/i><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
May 12<\/i><\/td>\nBurnaby Spring session, Scandinavian Community Centre, 6540 \u00a0 Thomas Street, Burnaby at 7:30 p.m.\u00a0 – \u00a0 $6<\/i><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
May 25<\/i><\/td>\nFort Langley Whisky Tea Dance<\/i><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
May 28<\/i><\/td>\nLast Programme class<\/i><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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\u00a0<\/i>HELGA’S\u00a0 DIARY ON A CRUISE\u00a0 SHIP<\/i><\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

DEAR DIARY –\u00a0 DAY 1<\/p>\n

All packed for the cruise ship — all my nicest dresses,\u00a0 swimsuits, short sets.\u00a0\u00a0 Really, really exciting.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Our local Red Hat chapter – The Late Bloomers, decided on this “all-girls”\u00a0trip.\u00a0\u00a0 It will be my first one, – and I can’t\u00a0wait!
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Entire day at sea, beautiful.\u00a0 Saw whales and\u00a0dolphins.\u00a0 Met the Captain today — seems like a very nice, handsome man.
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\nDEAR\u00a0 DIARY – DAY 3<\/p>\n

At the pool today.\u00a0 Did some shuffleboard, hit golf\u00a0balls off the deck. Captain invited me to join him at his table for dinner.\u00a0 Felt honoured and had a wonderful time.\u00a0 He is very attractive and attentive.
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\nDEAR\u00a0 DIARY – DAY 4<\/p>\n

Won\u00a0 $800.00 in the ship’s casino.\u00a0 Captain asked me to have dinner with him in his own cabin. Had a scrumptious meal complete with caviar and\u00a0champagne.\u00a0 He asked me to stay the night, but I declined.\u00a0\u00a0 Told him I could not be unfaithful to my husband.
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\nDEAR\u00a0 DIARY – DAY 5<\/p>\n

Pool again today. Got a bit sunburned, and I went inside to\u00a0drink at piano-bar, stayed there for rest of day.\u00a0 Captain saw me, bought\u00a0me several large drinks.<\/p>\n

Really is quite charming.\u00a0 Again asked me to visit his cabin for the night.\u00a0 Again I declined.\u00a0\u00a0He told me, if I did not let him have his way with me, he would sink the ship…\u00a0 I was shocked.
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\nDEAR DIARY – DAY 6<\/p>\n

Today I saved 2600\u00a0 lives.<\/p>\n

Twice.<\/p>\n

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North West Sutherland<\/p>\n

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Come Scottish Country Dancing – it is lots of fun. Just ask anyone who came along to the Dancing in the Park. We had great audience participation so I hope you will all come along and join one of our great classes or at least come to one of the Ceilidh Dances.<\/p>\n

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Portencross Castle<\/p>\n

The next Ceilidh Dance is on\u00a0Friday,\u00a0April 25, 2014 with live music by Calanaish.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span> There will be a short performance by the Branch Demonstration Team about 9 p.m.\u00a0\u00a0 You still have time to spread the word<\/strong> about all the Ceilidh Dances as that is the best (and cheapest) form of advertising. It is great exercise and fun, for all ages, too. <\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n

Here is a link where you can watch a short video of a Ceilidh Dance: <\/strong>https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0MvUwZnY9Ms<\/a> and here is a link to the Facebook advert:\u00a0\u00a0 https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/597360563665264\/597360566998597\/<\/a> The format for all of the regular monthly Ceilidh Dances will be the same with the class from 7 \u2014 8 p.m. and the dance from 8 \u2014 11 p.m. and all dances will be walked and talked through. The price is only – $10 or $8 for students which, for what you get is a super bargain \u2014 everyone is welcome. No partner is required and you should wear FLAT, comfy shoes and loose clothing. Children are also welcome but should be prepared to dance with other people as some of the dances require a change of partner. Don\u2019t forget to bring a few extra $$$$ to help defray the cost of the refreshments which are otherwise free.<\/p>\n

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For those who enjoy listening to Scottish music, song, banter etc. try www.andysceilidh.co.uk\/<\/a> this is a radio programme that you can get sent to you and listen any time you want. Andy is asking everyone to send in their requests so if you have a favourite Scottish tune, song, recitation, band, performer, choir or whatever send an e-mail to andyrossbw@aol.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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The Branch has opened a Facebook Page at “RSCDS-Vancouver” – check it out there are some good pictures etc. www.facebook.com\/rscdsvancouver.<\/a> There is a link on both our website www.vancouverceilidh.org<\/a> and the Branch website www.rscdsvancouver.org<\/a><\/p>\n

It really is never too late to come along and join in one of many Scottish Country Dance (SCD) classes and well any time is a great time to do it. <\/strong> You will be made very welcome. Many classes have a policy that the first night is FREE! Plan to come along to try out a class next week. There are classes all around and on different nights so GIVE IT A GO! Go to either www.rscdsvancouver.org<\/a> or www,vancouverceilidh.org<\/a> for a list of class locations and times.<\/p>\n

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For those who don\u2019t know SCD is a fabulous pastime which is super exercise for body and mind. SCD is, naturally, rooted in Scotland but there are groups in almost every country so you can learn here and then dance with other groups when you vacation or travel. SCD is not to be confused with Highland Dancing which is more solo dancing. SCD is usually done with a partner in groups or sets however you do not need to come with a partner. It is more akin to Square Dancing.<\/p>\n

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It takes a year or two of classes, workshops, etc. to learn the basics then you can hone your skills in advanced classes. You start by learning the steps and formations. Dances (of which there are over 13,000) are made up of these formations so a good grounding will give you the ability to learn a new dance fairly quickly. SCD has its HQ in Scotland and is known as the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society (RSCDS) and there is a Vancouver Branch of the RSCDS under which there are many clubs throughout the Province (there is also a Branch in Seattle).<\/p>\n

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There are a great many classes and the ones in the Vancouver area are listed below. Come along \u2014 check us out \u2014 the first night is usually free and thereafter it will average about $6 a night and that\u2019s for a 2 hour class! You will find many friendly people who will be eager to help you and welcome you to their club. You never know you actually might like it!! Check the list of classes at either at www.vancouverceilidh.org<\/a> or www.rscdsvancouver.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Note that the latter website has the latest updates to temporary changes to times and locations as well there are classes all up and down Vancouver Island, a number of the Gulf Islands, the Cariboo, Okanagan, etc. etc. and there are various groups all over this great Province, Country, World and who knows where else! Check the Branch website for all these details – <\/em><\/strong>www.rscdsvancouver.org<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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For upcoming events see www.vancouverceilidh.org and www.rscdsvancouver.org. <\/strong><\/p>\n

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Wild ponies on Traprain Law<\/p>\n

Other announcements etc: <\/em>Seattle Branch – info at www.rscds-seattle.org<\/a><\/strong> A monthly Challenge Class is held on the 2nd Friday each month in the upper building, Room 7, Phinney\u00a0Neighbourhood Association, 4532 Phinney Avenue, North Seattle at 7:30 p.m. Info at www.rscds-seattle.org<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0 \u00a0Next class:\u00a0\u00a0May 9, 2014<\/p>\n

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The next<\/span> regular<\/strong> monthly Ceilidh Dance<\/strong><\/span> will be held\u00a0on Friday,\u00a0April 25, 2014<\/span>\u00a0<\/strong>in the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, (73rd<\/sup> & Hudson which is between Oak & Granville), Vancouver, We need everyone to help us get as many new comers (as well as former Ceilidh Dancers) as possible to come and join us. The Ceilidh Dances are a great way to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, etc. Invite all your friends along. Contact me if you will have a group of 12 or more and we can give them a discount!!! This will be the Eighth and last regular Ceilidh Dance of the 2013\/14 season and it would be great if we could double the attendance of the last dance on March 28.<\/p>\n

W<\/strong><\/span>e Really NEED YOUR HELP to advertise the Ceilidh Dances<\/span>!!!!<\/strong><\/p>\n

It only costs $10 ($8 for students) – it is worth so much more in fun, exercise and camaraderie. Use any access to free adverts etc. You can also use things like the YouTube link https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Bh2HV3OPBgw<\/a> or the Face-book page https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/p.php?i=116203315&k=Z5C5Y4TZPT6G6BD1PKZZTWQQQ6BAW26L34AV&oid=164741310207760<\/a> https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/597360563665264\/597360566998597\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Suggestions to improve our advertising are always welcome. Don’t forget to tell them about the website www.vancouverceilidh.org<\/a> and get them to “subscribe” to the newsletter.<\/p>\n

Thanks to good attendances last year the finances for the 2012\/13 season will still allow the cost to be the amazingly low price of $10 or $8 for students and we provide refreshments although we do ask for your donations towards their cost.\u00a0<\/strong> But low attendance this season might mean we have to look at increasing the admission in future.\u00a0<\/strong> We always need your support both by coming along and by helping us to advertise these dances by whatever means you use to communicate with your friends be it e-mail, Face-Book, Twitter, Text or even telephone!<\/p>\n

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Most of you have been to at least one Ceilidh Dance so you know how it goes. You don\u2019t need a partner; you don\u2019t need any experience; you should wear FLAT soft soled shoes; we walk, talk, and call every dance and you should come to have fun and have a good evening of exercise and entertainment and maybe even to learn! There is a FREE class from 7 \u2014 8 p.m. and the dance from 8 \u2014 11 p.m. with music by Calanais. Remember to bring some extra cash so you can make a donation towards the cost of the refreshments. Without these donations we will have to increase the price of admission again!!<\/p>\n

The schedule for the 2013\/14 season shapes up as follows:<\/strong><\/p>\n

All on Fridays of course —<\/p>\n

2014<\/p>\n

April 25<\/span> <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Then the 2014\/15 season will start on September 26<\/p>\n

Come along and get some great exercise while also having lots of fun. We are still working on improving the strength of the smile muscles as well as the bows and curtsies!<\/p>\n

Please<\/strong> do your best to assist us in letting as many people know as possible.<\/strong>\u00a0Use Face-book, e-mail, telephone or even word of mouth and tell everyone you know what a fun night it is. We need to attract students from Universities and all\u00a0colleges. Somehow we have to get word out to these students. Please do all you can to help us. Come one, come all to the same place (Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, Vancouver) and the same time (7 p.m. for the class and 8 – 11 p.m. for the dance) and the same amazing price ($10 or $8 for students.)<\/p>\n

You should check the website – www.vancouverceilidh.org<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0– from time to time as you can find various pages listing “Ceilidhs and Events;” Classes:” Duncan’s List;” etc. On these pages you can check all the upcoming events, where all the classes are located, times, etc. and some places to find Scottish things or some local trades, etc. I will continue to highlight the more current events in each week’s newsletter but, as stated, the calendar of all events will be available on the website.<\/p>\n

You should also have a look at the Vancouver Branch website from time to time – www.rscdsvancouver.org<\/a> – as there is always useful information on it and it is a very good-looking site. If you have any questions regarding the Ceilidh Dances send them to me at ceilidh@rscdsvancouver.org<\/a> Please check the website – www.rscdsvancouver.org<\/a> for updates, pictures and news. Dance \u2014 it is good for your health.<\/p>\n

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Largs<\/p>\n

Keep sending jokes, pictures and info you wish to have included. Don’t forget to look at our web pages at www.vancouverceilidh.org<\/a><\/strong><\/em> If you know of anyone who would like to be on the mailing list please send them the web address – www.vancouverceilidh.org<\/a> and ask them to subscribe. <\/em> <\/em><\/strong> If anyone has good pictures from the Ceilidh Dances please send them to me so I can put them on the web page.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

I<\/em>f you have any announcements please send them to me preferably in Word; Times New Roman 12pt format with a layout similar to the one used in this newsletter. I occasionally hear of an event somewhere in our beautiful Province, on the Island or in the Interior, but don’t know all the details. This newsletter reaches out to some\u00a0388 <\/strong>subscribers\u00a0from all over the Province, Country and to many other countries as well, so please send me the details of your event and I will only be too happy to include them.<\/p>\n

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They’re back! Those wonderful Church Bulletins! Thank God for church ladies with typewriters. These sentences (with all the BLOOPERS) actually appeared in church bulletins or were announced in church services:<\/p>\n

The church will host an evening of fine dining, super entertainment and gracious hostility.<\/em><\/p>\n

\u00a0Potluck supper Sunday at 5:00 PM – prayer and medication to follow<\/em><\/p>\n

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Enjoy yourselves – come Scottish Country Dancing – for it is good for your health and you never know you just might …..! See Coming Events on the website for info – www.vancouverceilidh.org<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Oban from McCaig’s Tower<\/p>\n

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May your troubles be one, may your blessings be more, and <\/strong>may nothing but happiness come through your door.<\/strong><\/p>\n

DUNCAN<\/strong> ceilidh@rscdsvancouver.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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