Morning Mirror 21 - 17th September 2002

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RETROUVAILLE WEEKEND

With all the stress and tension at this time, your marriage relationship may be suffering.

We invite you to a Retrouvaille weekend away starting Friday 7 p.m. to Sunday 4 p.m. 20th -22nd Sept.

That's this coming weekend. There are follow ups which will give you the support and encouragement you need during these trying times. Contact B.M. Terry 65681 or Cel 091 302 383.


FRIENDS OF BARTLEY BLOCK

Friends of Bartley Block street collection brought in $26 302-00. Thank you to all the wonderful people who took part in this collection.

Friends of Bartley Block raffle was won by N, Daguiar, 2nd. prize E, Painting and third prize Daniel Marsh. Thank you for your support.

Does anyone have a big unwanted cupboard? Bartley Block needs it desperately!!!


BULAWAYO KENNEL CLUB NEWS

Bulawayo's annual championship dog shows are to be held on the weekend of 21st - 22nd September

  • Saturday 10:30 Bulawayo Kennel Club
  • Saturday 3pm Herding and Working Breeds Club of Matabeleland
  • Saturday 5pm Bull Breeds Club of Matabeleland
  • Sunday 8:30am Matabeleland Canine Association and simultaneously Matabeleland Hound Association Show

Five championship shows where registered dogs from as far afield as South Africa and Zambia will be attending.

Anyone interested in seeing the quality show dogs being judged by internationally qualified judges can come to watch at the Cattle Arena which is in the Bulawayo Agricultural grounds behind the ZITF fair spire.

There is no entry charge and there will be bar and catering facilities all weekend.

People are warned that even though owners are responsible for their dogs, the public should show respect and give the exhibitors space to prepare and warm up their animals.

And a word about our NEXT championship show weekend. The Bulawayo Kennel Club will celebrate it's 75th annual show in March 2003. It will be called the JUBILEE SHOW so look out for that. We are going all out to get judges from the UK and have planned to have amazing prizes for winners in many categories. Children handling dogs can enter too, so, see if your child would like to learn more about your pet and registered dogs, ask someone on the committee this weekend to find out more.

Di van Zyl
Secretary BKC


News from Bulawayo Publicity Association

  • Mid to Late October 2002. The Natural History Museum will be holding and Eclipse Exhibition.
  • 1 December 2002 Handel's Messiah at the Anglican Cathedral with Bulawayo and Harare Philharmonic Orchestra.
  • 2 - 7 December 2002 There will be an Eclipse Art and Craft Fair at the ZITF.
  • 3-4 December 2002 Vintage Car Exhibition at Plumtree School.
  • 4 December 2002 Variety Concert at Robert Sibson Hall.


Don't Mess with Mom

My son came home from school one day,
with a smirk upon his face.
He'd decided he was smart enough,
to put me in my place.

"Guess what I learned in Civics Two,
that's taught by Mr. Wright?
It's all about the laws today,
The "Children's Bill of Rights."

It says I need not clean my room,
don't have to cut my hair.
No one can tell me what to think,
or speak, or what to wear.

I have freedom from religion,
and regardless what you say,
I don't have to bow my head,
and I sure don't have to pray.

I can wear earrings if I want,
and pierce my tongue & nose.
I can read & watch just what I like,
and get tattoos from head to toes.

And if you ever spank me,
I'll charge you with the crime.
I'll back up all my charges,
with the marks on my behind.

Don't you ever touch me,
my body's only for my use,
not for your hugs and kisses,
that's just more child abuse.

Don't preach about your morals,
like your mama did to you.
That's nothing more than mind control,
And it's illegal too!

Mom, I have these children's rights,
so you can't influence me,
or I'll call Children's Services Division,
better known as C.S.D. "

Of course my first instinct was
To toss him out the door
But the chance to teach a lesson
made me think a little more.

I mulled it over carefully,
I couldn't let this go.
A smile crept upon my face,
he's messing with a pro.

The next day I took him shopping
at the local Goodwill Store
I told him, "Pick out all you want,
there's shirts & pants galore.

I've called and checked with C.S.D.,
who said they didn't care
if I bought you K-Mart shoes
instead of those Nike Airs.

And I've cancelled that appointment
to take your driver's test.
The C.S.D. is unconcerned
so I'll decide what's best. "

I said "No time to stop and eat,
or pick up stuff to munch.
And tomorrow you can start to learn
to make your own sack lunch.

Just save that raging appetite,
and wait 'til dinner time.
We're having liver and onions,
a favourite dish of mine.

He asked "Can I please rent a movie,
To watch on my VCR?"
"Sorry, but I sold your TV,
for new tires on my car.

I also rented out your room,
you'll take the couch instead.
The C.S.D. requires
just a roof above your head.

Your clothing won't be trendy now,
and I'll choose what we eat.
That allowance that you used to get,
will buy me something neat.

I'm selling off your jet ski,
dirt-bike & roller blades.
Check out the "Parent's Bill of Rights",
It's in effect today!

Hey hot shot, are you crying,
and why are you on your knees?
Are you asking God to help you out,
instead of C.S.D.?


Petition

Hi Everyone,

Amnesty International are running a petition to Mbeki on the Mugabe issue, so if you have time please log onto the site at

http://www.amnesty.org

and fill it out. It takes literally one minute of your time. It is currently featured on the homepage, so you can't miss it, but if you can't find it (ie if they move it off the home page) here below is the direct URL

http://web.amnesty.org/web/zimbabwe.nsf/intro

Please pass this on to as many people as you can, even if you don't have access to Internet, it is rare that we all have an opportunity to do something concrete so easily.


FLOWERS THRU' THE HOUSE

Where: RIO HOTEL
When: 28th September 2002
What time:10.00am--5.30pm
Adults $100each/ Children & pensioners $50.00
Stalls available , ph Gail 011 -604488
Teas/eats available all day..come & relax & enjoy!!!

PLEASE SUPPORT US! HELP US TO HELP THE ANIMALS THAT SO DESPERATELY NEED CARE!!


MISSING CHILD

Dear Parents,

We are ugently seeking any information that you may have on the whereabouts of one of our pupils. Carmen-Lee Botha is eleven (11) years old, and was last seen in civvies near St. Johns School, near Gateway Primary School at 8:30aM this morning, Wednesday 11th September. She is slightly above average height, has blonde shoulder length hair (slightly different to attached photo), and was wearing a dark navy blue top and pillow-box red shorts. She has a slim build.

Her parents are anxious to find out where she is and would appreciate information that might lead to her whereabouts. If you think you have seen her or have any information that might help in finding her,please could you contact any of the following numbers:

011 213 164
04 724276
011 204 164
091 201 750
011 406 611

nvanpittius@dimon.co.zw
gpsmail@gatewayprimary.co.zw


SMALLS

Good Cook Required
Rowena Dollar is looking for a GOOD male cook with references, preferably Malawian!! Middle aged.

richard.dollar@netconnect.co.zw


HOUSE WANTED URGENTLY

House Wanted to rent by young couple with two children. They have been transferred to Bulawayo.

A secure family home is required. Please contact Kay Hatton 2420l9


SMALL HOUSE NEEDED

I am needing a small secure house to rent, either 2 or 3 bedrooms in the Eastern Suburbs. Alternatively a small house on a secure property with a cottage, which could be occupied by a single mother friend of mine. Needed as soon as possible. Contact details as follows:-

Freda Strydom tel: 240102
cell: 091 316 346
redwood@telconet.co.zw


DIARY DATES

Solar Eclipse - 4 Dec. Details and bookings for picnic sites and camp sites available at the Bulawayo Publicity Ass, Co-Ordinating Zimbabwe and Western Safaris. Avoid the rush - book now.

Petra High Spring Faire - 5 Oct. Book your stalls through the school office. Diarise for a full days fun with entertainment, shopping, games, vintage car display, tea garden & full catering facilities.

Gayl
luncarty@telconet.co.zw


CONGRATULATIONS

Dollar... Graeme and Samantha announce the birth of their son Cullen Richard. 29.07.02 in San Francisco USA

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALLEN MILLS AND LARA O'DONOVAN ON THEIR ENGAGEMENT


CONDOLENCES

We offer our deepest sympathy to the families of

CLIFTON BELL *** RONALD ESBACH *** JOHN ROUSSOT ***

JOHN FRANCIS *** BRICE DAVID KEE TUI *** FRANK THOMPSON


TIDBITS

If you lose possessions, you have lost a lot
If you lose friends, you have lost even more
If you lose faith, you have lost everything


MOVIES

  • CITY ONE COLLATERAL DAMAGE 18
  • CITY TWO BANDITS 18
  • CITY THREE OCEANS ELEVEN 18
  • CITY FOUR A BEAUTIFUL MIND 18
  • ELITE 400 SUGAR AND SPICE AND ROMEO MUST DIE