Who Can Turn the World on With Her Smile?

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SCRIBBLES VIDEO | Battle of the Best Series 4 - RESULTS

We gave you 25 friendly battles to vote in and you didn't disappoint. Now let's check out your choices as determined in Battle of the Best Series 4. 

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SCRIBBLES VIDEO | Look for the Leprechaun Contest Winner Selected

14 Scribbles friends participated in this year's Look for the Leprechaun Contest. Here's our pal St. Patrick's Mr. Sock helping us spin the big wheel to determine our winner. 

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Thank You So Much

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SCRIBBLES VIDEO | Sock it to Me Contest Begins

When Mr. Sock discovers why he can't remove his hat from on top of his head, amusing revelations soon follow. It's all part of our exciting new Scribbles Video, which also features details about our Sock it to Me Contest. Enjoy it all, then make sure to enter our contest for your chance to win one of two Mr. Sock's. 

We also have info about our Sock it to Me Contest below our video, so you can thoroughly check out the details of our contest. 

Send your answers to us by Facebook, Messenger, Email or Text  

    CONTEST CLOSES:  MARCH 31, 2023    

SOCK IT TO ME CONTEST RULES: You MUST be on Scribbles mailing list or be a Facebook friend of Ken's to enter. Canadian residents only. You can enter and so can your kids. Your name is entered in the draw when you tell us WHICH Mr. Sock you like the most AND your name is entered when you tell us WHY you like Mr. Sock. Your name is entered twice when you do both. Two names will be drawn for our prizes. In the event that the same person or same family's name is drawn for the second draw, another name will be selected. You can only win once per person or household. Scribbles reserves the right to alter or close this contest without notice.

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Gentle Ben

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This Contest is Now Closed. Winner Announced Soon

  Contest Closes Mar. 20  

LOOK FOR THE LEPRECHAUN CONTEST RULES: YOU MUST BE ON KEN'S FACEBOOK FRIEND LIST OR BE ON SCRIBBLES EMAIL LIST TO ENTER. CANADIAN RESIDENTS ONLY. ALL AGES WELCOME. ONE ENTRY PER PERSON. 

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HUMOUR | St Patrick's Day Comics

"What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.”

– Ralph Waldo Emerson

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SCRIBBLES.co QUICK CLIP | Mr. Sock's Icy Walk

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Sweet Sunset

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HEALTH | 9 Ways To Increase Your Happiness

 By Ken Lauher  | OM TIMES

Through all my studies of Feng Shui, human nature and change, I’ve discovered that when you find happiness, you will attract everything you want to you. You will discover your passion, find or create a career you love that will make you all the money you desire, and find true love. So how do you “get happy?”

True happiness comes from within, not from external factors. Our career, the home we live in, the activities we’re doing at any given moment, and even how others think of us are all external factors. We may be able to change them, but it often takes work, intention and an action plan.

Here are 9 ways to begin increasing your happiness from within right now.

1. Focus on strong friendships and relationships. – Consider the times when you were happiest. If you don’t have a career or hobby you are truly passionate about, where you can completely lose yourself in the moment and feel fulfillment, I’m willing to bet all of your happiest times are spent with others. When we focus our intentions on giving and caring for others, we’ll feel better immediately.

That happiness is true happiness, not created by artificial things or situations. It comes from within. Nurture your relationships with close friends, family, and your partner — people who make you feel good about yourself — and focus your intention on making them feel good. You’ll be amazed by the positive change this creates in your life.

2. Find your passion and pursue it for a living. – We spend 40 hours per week (or much more than that!) in our jobs or careers. If you don’t love what you’re doing, it’s hard to be happy. Take time each day to pursue your true passion, even if you’re not sure (right now) how you can make money at it. If you don’t know what your passion is, take time to find it through meditation, soul-searching, and trying different activities.

Until your true passion begins earning you a full-time income, make up your mind to love your job and pursue it with the same enthusiasm as you would pursue your passion. If this is such a stretch you can’t even visualize it, it’s time to polish off the resume and find a new job, even if it’s just for now.

3. Cast off labels. – We’re all many things in life: mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, daughters, sons…. We might identify with our ethnicity, or our career, or the place we live. Some people put labels on themselves that begin in high school or earlier, and some we adopt later in life. Words like geek, nerd, hipster, yuppie, leader, “artist,” “the fat girl,” “the jock” are all labels we put on ourselves. Sometimes they serve us, but they always create a mold that we might feel forced to put ourselves in. When we adhere to labels, positive or negative, we are not embracing our true self, which is not any specific label, but just is. Make the decision today that you will not be defined — by yourself or others — with any specific words that put limits on yourself.

4. Embrace forgiveness. – One label people use often that doesn’t serve them is “victim.” When you are holding a grudge or holding on to past resentments, you cannot be your best self. To hold a grudge or hold on to past disappointments is living in the past, not the present.

Instead, practice forgiveness. Write a list of as many disappointments or hurts you can think of. Then release them completely. If it helps, burn the paper, or tear it into tiny pieces and toss it away. You can also practice affirmations and simply say out loud, “I forgive…” and mention anyone or anything that may have hurt you.

5. Enjoy life. Have you ever seen people suffering from a terminal illness or living in poverty yet they are incredibly positive, happy and (ironically) full of life? They have discovered the secret to happiness: Realize that your happiness doesn’t rely so much on your circumstances as on your attitude.

Too often, we hold back from making time for fun activities because we feel we have too many obligations or restrictions. We are waiting until we get the perfect job, the perfect home, the perfect partner… and one day we wake up and find we’ve put our whole life on hold.

Instead, take time to do the things you love and, as you’re doing them, forget about everything else, treasure the now and enjoy yourself. Taking time to do this frequently is one of the keys to living with happiness.

6. Take care of your health. – It’s much more difficult to be happy and live your best life if you are feeling run-down or sick. Today’s busy lifestyles, with all the pressures we place on ourselves, often tax our immune systems, leading us to get sick more often or, even when we are not ill, feeling less than our best. Get a good night’s sleep (8 hours is optimal for many people, although some people need more and some can do with a little less), put healthy foods into your body, and exercise at least 20 minutes a day most days of the week. This doesn’t have to be a formal exercise program; walk to work, take the stairs in your building, or throw a ball outside with your kids.

7. Take care of your mental health, too. – Sometimes, there’s nothing particularly wrong, but we need a break. The end result of not listening to these mental cries for a rest is often physical illness. If you won’t give your mind and body the rest it needs, it’s going to take it one way or another.

Schedule “me” time before it comes to that. Take at least 15 to 20 minutes to yourself everyday, soaking in a tub, meditating, reading something purely for pleasure. Whatever activity you enjoy and is just for you. Take a longer “date” once a week doing something you enjoy, too, whether it’s a low-stress girls’ night out, taking an adult ed. class, going to zumba lessons, watching a movie you love… you get the idea. There’s no reason to feel guilty about enjoying your life and thinking about yourself first.

8. Find what inspires you, supports you and gives you strength. Feng Shui is about intention and intuition. It is only in the quiet space of our minds that we can follow our intuition and stay focused on our intentions. It’s important to listen to your intuition to discover what it is that truly inspires you, to find out where you draw your inner strength. For some, this spiritual component comes in the form of organized religion. For others, it could be a sense of spirituality.

Inspiration comes from the words “in” and “spirit.” If you find inspiration lacking in your life, it could be time to consider spiritual activities such as yoga, tai chi or meditation. These activities will help you stay focused on the “now,” find your source of inspiration and strength, and stay in touch with your true self. Click here to find out more about the ways you can benefit from meditation.

9. Embrace your true self. If you take the action steps outlined in this article, I guarantee you’ll feel happier, more often. It’s only when we forget our true life purpose that we begin to slip into the “pursuit” of happiness rather than embracing the feeling of happiness.

When we choose to embrace happiness, we are in touch with our true self. It’s time to start liking yourself now — every single trait. Focus on all you have, the things and people that you love and all you can offer to others, and you’ll find it’s impossible not to be happier.

About Ken – One of America’s premier Feng Shui consultants, Ken Lauher helps thousands of people achieve their goals through Feng Shui. He can help you become a money magnet, attract passionate love, jump-start your career and get unstuck. Visit www.kenlauher.com to get your FREE Feng Shui guide and discover the ancient secrets that can help you unlock your true potential.

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We loved this pix so much we turned it into our computer's wallpaper.

Here's a cute wallpaper for your computer. Download the image to your computer then select it as your wallpaper. If you need help with that, let Ken know. 

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new SCRIBBLES VIDEO | Everybody Say LOVE - My Mom's Birthday 2023

Here we go folks, the annual lowdown on our birthday party for my mom. 

Mom said at this year's gathering that she would be just as happy with us simply getting together without the theme parties and of course I know that.  

I mean really now.... Games and goody bags are things associated with kid's parties. Yet I still give them out. It's a fun project for me to work on each year in January, a month that's typically kinda blah for me and many of you. Thinking up a theme and game and menu for a party is a great distraction if nothing else.

And of course it's always a blessing to gather with family for another fun party. I try to make it as much about them as the birthday girl. She gets the gifts, but no one walks out empty handed. 

When I look at the finished video I wish I had even more Valentine hearts on the walls. That's another aspect of the party equation. I must do each party as frugally as possible. For what my budget was I think I did okay. 

Join Mr. Sock as he gives you a tour of my place all decorated in hearts and balloons for our Everybody Say Love party. Then get a bird's eye view of the party (the cake is awesome) followed by a message from 92.9 The Grand DJ Rock "N" Ray Michaels.  

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PASSAGES | Brian Hay

----- OBITUARY -----

BRIAN HAY - May 26, 1955 - February 16, 2023

It is with extreme sadness our family announces the passing of Brian Charles Hay after a lengthy, courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his loving husband, Scott Sauder, of 23 years, a marriage full of adventures and smiles. He was a loving son of Kenneth Hay (2000) and Irene Hay (2008), father to Colin Hay (Francesca), Daniel Hay (Rena), an incredible uncle to Shelby and Ian Blackley and a dear brother-in-law to Stacey and Terry Blackley. Brian leaves behind his loving cat Stanley, who loves and misses him dearly.

Brian was an altruistic, compassionate and dedicated man who was always there when you needed him. He was a role model for the next generation and volunteered his time to better his community. Brian’s unique, dry sense of humour and love for everything crafty kept you entertained for hours.

Brian was many things to many people – a 40-year police officer with the Niagara Region (retired 2017), active in Proud To Be Your Friend, World LGBTIQ+ Criminal Justice Professionals, Ham Radio enthusiast with ONTARS, an active member of CanWarn, a Mason (Lodge #616), a Scoutmaster, a member of the Southern Cruisers Motorcycle Club (Sarg), a carpenter, an electrician, an honest friend, and animal lover.

Special thanks to the nurses and staff of HGH, WCGH, and GNGH for their exemplary care of Brian during his final fight. Your compassion and kindness will never be forgotten.

Visitation will take place Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at Davidson Funeral Home, 135 Clarence Street, Port Colborne, between 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. A private interment will occur at a later date. A celebration of life will be held on what would have been Brian’s 68th birthday, with more details to follow. Donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Online guest register and condolences are available at www.davidsonfuneralhome.com

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Family & Friends Praise Jim Steel in a Moving Celebration of His Life

PHOTOS COURTESY JESS, MATTHEW & JIM'S FACEBOOK PAGES

We're devoting an entire page to Jim Steel. 

All tributes and posts featuring Jim will be found there...FOREVER!

CLICK HERE TO VISIT OUR SPECIAL JIM STEEL PAGE

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SCRIBBLES VIDEO | DIY Succulent Trays

 Here's a DIY idea I came up with in May 2022 that I thought you might like to see and maybe create your own. 

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RECIPE | Joan's Banana Bread

       ENCORE RECIPE FROM LAST SPRING 

Thanks for sharing your recipe with our Scribbles friends mom!

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT, HERE'S A LINK TO KEN KONKLE'S MEATLOAF RECIPE - CLICK HERE

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TIP | Clean & Spray, The Organized Way

“Success is getting what you want, happiness is wanting what you get”

- W. P. Kinsella

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SCRIBBLES VIDEO | Make Your Own Pencil Crayon Organizer

For Only a Few Dollars!!

When I visited my sister, I noticed her partner (who has joined in the colouring book craze) had separated his pencil crayons into 8 plastic cups. While there’s absolutely nothing wrong about that, when I got home I came up with this idea. 

This takes up minimal space and can hold a lot of pencil crayons. You could also use it for small paint brushes or office supplies. Let your imagination go wild.

This video originally appeared on Scribbles last spring. 

VIDEO | Amazing Cleaning Hacks

Despite its title, there are actually far more than 10 cleaning hacks here. The first 3-4 minutes of this video are where you will find the most helpful hints, but continue on if you wish to see more clever ideas...

"Start me up Cher"

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...Cuz We Know You Love to Laugh! 

 

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App Turns Anyone Into an Artist

“I love you not because of who you are, but because of who I am when I am with you.”

— Roy Croft

 

"Take it Off, Take it Off"

 

SCRIBBLES REVIEW | Jann Arden Delivers

“Some cause happiness wherever they go; others whenever they go.”

~ Oscar Wild

Happy, Happy Birthday Baby!

Photos above from 2021 & a flashback to 1970...the first time I hosted a birthday party for mom. 

Happy Birthday Mom,

Looking Forward to Doing Your Birthday Party on Feb. 19

~ Love Kenny

Sisters Celebrate Birthdays

“You can make more friends in two months by becoming interested in other people 

than you can in two years by trying to get other people interested in you.”

– Dale Carnegie

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OBITUARY -ROBERT JAMES STEEL (JIM STEEL)  

We are saddened to announce the sudden passing of Robert James (Jim) Steel on Saturday, February 4th at the age of 78. He is predeceased by his beloved wife Maria and his parents Ted and Myrtle. He will be missed by his daughters Catharine (Jim), Carolyn (Tim), his grandchildren Robert (Melissa), Callum (Sarah), Jessica (Matthew) and his great-granddaughter Hailey. Also missing him is his companion Diane Christy, his nieces and nephews, and many cousins, especially Ginny Cobley, who was more like a sister. And last but not least his beloved bulldog Joe Friday.

Jim wasn't one to sit still behind a school desk. He left school at a young age to join the Canadian Navy and sailed on the HMCS Madeline during the cold war. After leaving the navy he was employed by Mckinnon Industies (which became General Motors in 1969). He had an unerring sense of what was right and just and became active in the labour movement fighting for better working conditions and fair wages.

Wanting to know more about his paternal grandfather and his roll in the Great War led Jim to became one of Canada's leading experts on the First World War and Canada's role in it. He researched and co-authored four books on the War and was Joseph Boyden's primary consultant in the writing of Three Day Road.

Jim loved life. He was intelligent, and creative. He played the guitar, and painted delightful, irreverent, colourful paintings. He loved his family. He loved his friends. He was one of those rare individuals who knew how to truly listen. He loved his bulldogs, or any dog for that matter. He lived large, loved to laugh, and he had one of the biggest hearts of anyone we knew. Everyone he met, he met with kindness.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Canada Legion, The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada, Community Care or another Charity of Your Choice.

A celebration of life will be held at Royal Canadian Legion, 15 George St. St. Catharines, on Tuesday, February 21st 3-6. "We are stardust."

Published by St. Catharines Standard on Feb. 7, 2023