Happy Mother’s Day! I didn’t fully realize the positive impact my mother had on my life until the end of her time on earth. There were so many phrases she would say to me growing up that as I reflected on her life, I saw how they became “little life proverbs” to live by. As you celebrate the mother in your life, may you bring honour to her and the life she has brought to those around her. If she is still with you, I trust that you will be able to express your thankfulness to her for the investment into your life. Even if the relationship was strained, I hope that you can find a redeeming element that can bring a positive outflow of life into the relationships around you.
As space restrictions didn’t allow all the articles into the paper, I would like to point to a couple of events throughout our community that you should be aware of.
The Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area is having a “Trail Sign Art Contest”. Questions and contest entries may be sent to Anna Aldridge, Director of Communications and Programs, at info@crossconservation.org or 403-931-1042
I would also encourage you to visit the Leighton Art’s Centre’s 20th Annual Juried Member’s Exhibition. For more information on what is happening at the Leighton Centre, please visit their website at leightoncentre.org. I trust you will enjoy the many well written articles submitted by various members of your community.
I would also like to take this time to express my condolences to the Schroeder and Paetkau families as they mourn the loss of local Cochrane resident, Lanea Schroeder, on April 13th due to a mountaineering accident on Mont des Poilus. Lanea was a seasonal part time employee of mine, and friend/mentor to a couple of my daughters. Her tragic accident was a blow to many as she had a large circle of influence. Lanea was a vibrant member of her community with a heart to serve others. We will miss you!
From my family to yours,
Lowell Harder
