Morning Mirror 35 - 18th January 2003 |
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On Telly the other day they had a Dr. Edward Fujimoto from Castle Hospital on the program. He is the manager of the Wellness Program at the hospital. He was talking about dioxins, and how bad they are for us. He said that we should not be heating our food in the microwave using plastic containers. This applies to foods that contain fat. He said that the combination of fat, high heat and plastics, releases dioxins into the food and ultimately into the cells of the body. Dioxins are carcinogens (cancer causing agents), and highly toxic to the cells of our bodies. Instead, he recommends that we should be using glass, Corning Ware, or ceramic containers for heating food. You get the same results without the dioxins. So such things as TV dinners, instant pasta and soups, etc. should be removed from the container, and heated in something else. Paper isn't bad, but you don't know what is in the paper. It is just safer to use tempered glass, Corning Ware, etc. He said we might remember when some of the fast food restaurants moved away from the foam containers to paper. The dioxin problem is one of the reasons. To add to this: Saran (plastic) wrap, placed over foods as they are nuked, with the high heat, actually drips poisonous toxins into the food. Instead, you should use a paper towel.
During the next several weeks be VERY cautious about opening or launching any e-mails that refer to the World Trade Center or 9/11 in any way, regardless of who sent it. For those that don't know, 'WTC' stands for the World Trade Center. This is very dangerous because people will open it right away, thinking it's a story relating to 9-11. Do not open "WTC Survivor".. .It is a virus that will erase your whole "C" drive. It will come to you in the form of an E-Mail from a familiar person.
SICK DAYS: SURGERY: PERSONAL DAYS: VACATION DAYS: OUT FOR YOUR OWN DEATH: RESTROOM USE: In addition, there is now a strict 3-minute time limit in the stalls. At the end of three minutes, an alarm will sound, the toilet paper roll will retract, the stall door will open, and the seat will eject you. DRESS CODE: LUNCH BREAK: Thank you for your loyalty to our company. We are here to provide a positive employment experience. Therefore, all questions, comments, concerns, complaints, frustrations, irritations, aggravations, insinuations, allegations, accusations, contemplations, consternation's or input, should be directed elsewhere. Have a nice week.
A philosophy professor stood before his class with some items on the table in front of him. When the class began, wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with rocks, about 2" in diameter. He then asked the students if the jar was full. They agreed that it was. So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar. He shook the jar lightly. The pebbles, of course, rolled into the open areas between the rocks. He then asked the students again if the jar was full. They agreed it was. The professor picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar. Of course, the sand filled up everything else. He then asked once more if the jar was full. The students responded with a unanimous "Yes." The professor then produced two cans of beer from under the table and proceeded to pour their entire contents into the jar - effectively filling the empty space between the sand. The students laughed. "Now," said the professor, as the laughter subsided, "I want you to recognize that this jar represents your life. The rocks are the important things - your family, your partner, your health, your children - things that if everything else was lost and only they remained, your life would still be full. The pebbles are the other things that matter - like your job, your house, your car. The sand is everything else. The small stuff." "If you put the sand into the jar first," he continued "there is no room for the pebbles or the rocks. The same goes for your life. If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff, you will never have room for the things that are important to you. Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness. Play with your children. Take time to get medical checkups. Take your partner out dancing. There will always be time to go to work, clean the house, give a dinner party and fix the disposal. Take care of the rocks first - the things that really matter. Set your priorities. The rest is just sand." One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the beer represented. The professor smiled. "I'm glad you asked. It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem, there's always room for a couple of beers."
SPARE A THOUGHT FOR THE PETROL ATTENDANTS Next time the public is queuing for fuel, kindly spare a thought for the garage staff and petrol attendants, who have also left their hungry families at home, also have a transport problem, have missed breakfast, lunch and supper and are working overtime just to please the motoring public! Put yourselves in their shoes!!!! What has happened to the kind, caring and passive Bulawayans???
We have a displaced farmer who is desperately looking for a house to rent.. So if you know of one please contact Mrs Combrink on 242022.. WANTED TO RENT : 2 BEDROOM COTTAGE : BULAWAYO We are looking for a secure cottage to rent for an elderly lady on her own, preferably Hillside or Burnside, but will consider other areas. Please contact: Margie Zietsman Cell 011 214 227 EXEXPERIENCED GARDENER I need an experienced gardener who loves growing vegetables and flowers. A knowledge of pool care would be good. Please no chancers, as I haven't got time to teach a new person, I need someone who can think for themselves and can speak good english. I can be contacted on 242682 CHILDRENS BOOKS NEEDED I wish to buy 3 children's books for my niece who is doing a pre-school teaching diploma through UNESA. These are set books so the correct edition is important. The books are: Contact: Liz Bester Tel: 09 67384 (W) or 09 246100 (H) GARDENER WANTED Wanted mature gardener with traceable references, able to maintain pool and mow lawns and cut hedges!! available accommodation. please phone Rowena Dollar 242382 cel 011209093 A Reminder For Saturday 18 January This is an open Invitation should you be in Bulawayo on Saturday 18th January 2003 If not, why not make it a National Event and make it happen in your village, town or city? Why not International? Christians Together For Justice and Peace Should you wish to know more about the Service or how you can get involved with Christians Together For Justice and Peace. Please Contact : Fr. Barnabas Nqindi on 09 240582 or e-mail him at noelscott@netconnect.co.zw for the attention Fr. Barnabas Nqindi "Computer driving you nuts ?? Tired of hearing the busy tone when trying to call for assistance ?? I can help! If you (or anyone you know) are interested in learning more about your computer or just need odd faults sorted out, please contact me on the details below. Going rate is Z$2000 per hour, plus mileage at AA rates (currently $48.34/km) I look forward to making your computer usage a friendlier experience! Ronelle Ferguson EXCLUSIVE TRAIN TRIP TO VICTORIA FALLS The Lions Club of Khumalo is pleased to announce a special train trip to Victoria Falls. Accommodation will be in specially reserved First Class coaches attached to the overnight train. An exclusive twin dining-car will be provided with full bar service. Dates: FORGET THE QUEUES.... AND BEAT THE PETROL BLUES PROCEEDS IN AID OF LIONS PROJECTS FOR THE ELDERLY. HOUSEMAID NEEDED I am in need of a housemaid who must be able to cook. Preferably in the 40 - 50 age group. There is accommodation available for her as well. I can be reached at the Surgery - 136 J. Tongogara St, 14th/15th Avenue - mornings only or by phone - home 241425, work 66484, or cell 011-614-044. Andrea Robinson 2 LOVELY HOUSES TO RENT (AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY) The first house has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, one en-suite. A big lounge and a big dinning room with fitted carpets and overhead fan, average kitchen with walk in pantry. Double garage with 3 outside store rooms, staff quarters and a lovely garden and vegetable garden with borehole. Inside a security fence. The second house is a large modern thatched house - with a breathtaking view. A big rambling home, 5 bedrooms all en-suite, large veranda/lounge/bar, dinning room, newly refurbished kitchen, walk in pantry, 3 outside store rooms, staff quarters a small plunge swimming pool and a charming braai and entertainment area, overlooking a fantastic view and watering hole frequented by many species of bird/wildlife. Would really suite a young family who would love to bring their kids up in the African bush or an elderly couple who are tired of the city. The second would also be perfect as a corporate home for a business to house visiting business men traveling to Bulawayo. Both houses are situated 20mins (18kms) drive out of Bulawayo, on a farm (not being hassled by war vets!) Both are inside a game fence so sightings of giraffe, Zebra etc etc are common from the front lawns. We are offering very reasonable rentals, to good tenants who will respect and take care of these magnificent homes!! Contact Carol & Buz Davies, or Jenny Parsons for more information, on 011 403 061 or 011 406322 or 09 229611 or 023 406 613 or 296110 ITEMS FOR SALE Panasonic answering machine /fax/ photocopier $200000. Phone Sue Davies S. O. A. P. (Supporting Old Age Pensioners) P.O. Box 8433, Belmont, Bulawayo UPDATE: The support from the public has been nothing less than overwhelming, this in turn, enabling S.O.A.P. to widen its circle of support to the elderly. Not only have we received donations in cash, we have also received a huge amount of foodstuffs which we include in our monthly distributions. 44 individuals benefited from the food distribution hampers and a further 7 individuals who reside at institutions received our partial support hampers which consist of toiletry requisites, biscuits, fruit juice cordial and sweets, bringing our total of recipients to 51. However, names continue to be submitted for consideration. I would like to take the opportunity to acknowledge the following people: Becky Kay and Dave Gill who assist each month to distribute the hampers, a HUGE THANKS. Bertha Lee who goes to so much trouble to make up the fruit + vegetable packs, and also for baking mince pies for inclusion in the xmas packs. Thank you also to Farm Fresh customers who also donated mince pies. Carol Warren, who runs a shuttle service between Hillside Hardware and my house delivering all the groceries which are donated by the customers and other well – wishers. Margie Kriel who is always so willing to give of her time to ensure the public are kept up to date on the activities of S.O.A.P. Within the next fortnight the December quarterly finance report will be posted out to everyone who contributed in cash or kind over the past three months. In the meantime, on behalf of each and every one of the 51 beneficiaries, I thank you all for your interest and generosity. Below I have copied just three of the many many thank you letters which I receive each month. No doubt they will tug at your heart-strings just as they did mine. From a lady at Coronation Flatlets: Dear Friends, This is just a note to say Thank you for the parcels I have been receiving from you. And what parcels!, so full of goodies which today are way beyond our pockets. However, it is not only the parcels that are so very welcome, it is knowing that there are still kind and caring people who think about us even when we become old and useless. So this Old Dear says a Big Thank-you and as per your logo, it certainly “makes a difference”. From a lady at Garden Park Flats: Dear Mrs. Abbot and all members of S.O.A.P. Just a little note to say thank you for the parcels you gave me and what a lovely surprise it was and very much appreciated and needed, but the nicest thing of all is to know that there are still people who are concerned about the Old Age Pensioners. I cant explain to you all what that means to me. God bless you all. From a Gent at Coronation Flats: To all the Wonderful People of S.O.A.P. I wonder if you know how much your kindness meant to me. You showed me with your love just what a blessing is meant to be. Thank you and God bless you all, each and every one who has contributed towards these wonderful parcels of goodies. This is appreciated so much. Lyn Abbot Accommodation available to rent. Townhouse close to town: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, lock up garage, security wall and electric gate. Please contact Mrs Nel BEAUTIFUL HOME TO RENT My beautiful, fully furnished home for rent to suitable couple for 6 months - I year. Pool Jakuzzi, veg garden, horses. would suit ex farming folk. For more details ring 283403, Cell 091 360 241 or write P.O. Box 1066 Ascot Bulawayo or email disankey@gatorzw.com House for Sale Three bedroomed house in Hillside East. Large lounge,separate dining room,recreation room,spacious kitchen,bathroom with toilet and separate toilet.Extensive garden with sparkling swimming pool.Large garage and carport.Double servants quarters. Fully walled and gated.Close to schools. Phone 281983 , 282472 for more information GARDENER REQUIRED I would prefer someone who has done gardening as I have a large property which is all established as garden. I do have a borehole. My phone number is 244584. LINDA LAWRIE VERY LARGE GARAGE SALE DATE: Saturday 18th January 2003 TELEPHONE: 281983 for directions and details This sale will include the contents of a magnificent home-workshop containing tools etc in immaculate condition and very reasonably priced. There is an enormous amount on offer – too numerous to list individually. A selection of goods on offer includes:
FOR SALE - HONDA CIVIC VTI 1992, CHERRY RED, IMMACULATE, ONE OWNER, VTEC FUEL
INJECTION, FULL OPTION DELUXE TRIM. ASKING PRICE : ZWD 9 MILLION NEGOTIABLE ALLIANCE FRANCAISE 61 Heyman Road, Suburbs, telephone 250245 Martin Ross of Ross Relocation Services (Registered Migration agent: 0104712) will be returning to Zimbabwe this month, to offer further advise on migration to Australia. Harare: 28 Jan - 8 Feb If there is enough interest shown, he will also host an open-house chat session in Harare on the 29th Jan & in Bulawayo on the 10th Feb. Please contact Martin: rrs@global.net.au or Gayl: luncarty@telconet.co.zw to either book a private appointment or to express your interest in a general information discussion. Please forward this email to all fellow Zimbabweans - you never know who might be interested!
ASHLEY HUNT TO DES WIDDOP
We offer our sincere condolences to the families of the following : BETTY LEAN
Living on Earth is expensive, but it does include a free trip around the sun every year. A New Year wish from Pat Donzelli -
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