My family got together on our Annual Family ZOOM call. From North Carolina, Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia. As each took turns in telling what they accomplished and was important to them in 2024, one common theme merged Looking after Nature's Gift, The Soil. The other theme was looking after who your wellbeing
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Mark and Svava |
Mark and Svava Operates Concession Road Garden located in Haldimand County Ontario https://www.concessionroadgarden.ca/about.html#/ "Our primary mission is to nurture the soil. By nourishing the ground, we are able to grow a varied selection of native wildflowers, perennials, spring bulbs, and annual pollinator friendly cut flowers for our customers, while also helping to the preserve and protect native flora and fauna. In creating bouquets and arrangements, our aim is to awaken senses and create a setting of joy for your kitchen table, a wedding reception or special event." This kind of farming is rewarding, as they take in many farm markets and create events on their farm.
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Lynne and Kerry |
Lynne and Kerry look back on 2024 with satisfaction of an exercise program and working from home in the Breath Body Works in Calgary www.breathbodyworkwellness.com/ "Our interdisciplinary clinic is dedicated to helping you regain and maintain your health and well-being. We offer a variety of simple and sustainable wellness solutions for a wide variety of health challenges. These natural healing techniques and programs are safe, effective and well established." Kerry is working as a ski guide a Lake Louise this winter. They enjoy coming to Wasa, to take part in the events here. It is a good place for biking, as well as motor cycling. Lynne is always learning about health and wellness practices.
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Leon and Geni |
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Kaney |
Kaney: "I works as a Wetland and Vegetation Biologist doing surveys and putting together reports. I am also learning to speak French! "
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Lexi and Andy |
Lexi: "I have been working full time at the Calgary Climbing Center were I teach people to climb. I also wrote three art grants last year (2024) and received funding for two of them. This is what I am working on, completing these two art grant projects into 2025. My partner, Andy, and I have been moving this month apart it's been a very time getting settled. We are looking forward to the next year being more stable and secure and are open to all the fun and possibilities."
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Nikki |