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8 -- PORT PERRY STAR -- Wednesday, December 30, 1987 Chatterbox by Cathy Olliffe (From page 4) I was so overwhelmed, I forgot exactly what was said bet- ween us as she drove, but I do remember her asking if I belong- ed to the media, and I recall explaining the whole situation. I also remember feeling dirty and disgusting, all sweaty and out of puff, beside the immaculate TV reporter. And I remember me saying, 'You're Lin Eleoff, aren't you?" , as awestruck as if I had just been introduced to the Prime Minister. The ride seemed to go on forever, not because it was long, but because I felt like I was in a dream. But it was actually a short ride, as we passed the caravan, and pulled over to the spot where I had started walking what seemed like a year ago. ""There's Norm!" I shrieked happily, catching a glimpse of Norm running with the torch. I hop out of the car quickly, saying to my rescuer, 'Thanks! I owe you a photo credit!" And then I was off -- I only had a few seconds before Norm would sweep by me again, so I ditched my camera bag and pointed the camera in his direction, not even really thinking about focus or exposure. He wasn't looking in my direction, so I shouted "NORM!"' at the top of my voice, and he turned, grinned wider, and yelled back, "CATHY!" I had time to fire off three shots before the waving and smil- ing torchbearer started disappearing into the distance. I couldn't believe I had got the shots, and all the way back to the office, I worried about whether or not they would turn out. They didn't have any right to turn out, they should have been blurred, or too light or dark, but when I finished developing the film, I whooped with delight. The pictures were perfect. They showed the spirit of the relay off in all its glory reflected in the smile on Norm's face. That night, after the paper was finished, as I lay in bed, I reflected on the day's events. By rights, I should have missed the entire thing. I was in the wrong place at the wrong time. And yet, three things work- ed in my favour, three wonderful coincidences: 1.) Lin Eleoff picked me up and drove me to the right spot at the right time. 2.) Norm Ball heard my shout and responded by looking right at the camera, despite the cheers from the crowd. 3.) My camera seemed to focus all on its own, something it isn't technologically capable of doing. And I wonder, why did Lin offer me a ride ? What was it that made her pull over and offer a complete stranger a lift when she was busy with her own story? I realize she must be a nice person, but I can't help but feel there was some other reason. Maybe it was the spirit of the flame, or maybe it was simply Christmas spirit. Whatever, that night I couldn't sleep. I felt extremely lucky, as though something magical had happened. And I believe it was some type of magic, the magic of goodwill, of charity, and of Christmas itself. 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Congratulations also to Kathy Monsma (Card) on winning the Port Perry Star Gingerbread Contest. | didn't know she was following in her mother's artistic footsteps. We all remember beautiful wedding cakes decorated by her mother Norine Card. Mr. & Mrs. Archie Watson had Christmas with her brother Mr. A. Cuddia of Weston. The Ruhl family were all home for a Christmas dinner on Saturday. Earl Taylor, Ruth Ashton & Don Asling, all had most of their family home for Christmas. Our sympathy to the Asling fami- ly in the loss of Stella's sister-in-law Mrs. Bill Ryall. They visited the Funeral Parlours at Lindsay on Sunday. Mrs. Mabel Lehane of Columbus visited Ruth Ashton on Monday. Jan Asling of Toronto called on Don and Stella Asling on Sunday. Elmer & Ruth Wilson had Christmas breakfast with Doug & Beth Wilson & family. Ross & Barbara Evans entertain- ed all their family to a Christmas dinner. Alan & Norine Card also held family Christmas. Mr. & Mrs. Jim Jones were with Paul & Shirley Baster & girls for dinner Christmas Day, then on Box- ing Day visited Paul's parents at Smithville. On Sunday, over 50 of the Stear- man family united at Utica Memory Hall for a Christmas dinner. Mr. & Mrs. Bill Stearman, Chris & Kate of Ingersoll were overnight guests with Mr. & Mrs. Walter Kerry. Mrs. Edna Kerry was a sup- per guest with Walter & Elva's parents. Mr. & Mrs. Stearman of Port Perry were Christmas dinner guests at the Kerry home. On Christmas night, the Kerry families united to have a family din- ner at the home of Grant & Sonya Kerry of Seagrave. Sunday guests with Jean Jeffery were Alvena Jeffery, Velma & Bill Huggins of Orillia. After supper we visited Gordon Jeffery of Stirling and Verna Jeffery of Uxbridge. Miss Margaret Cooke of Orillia & Mr. Herb Thomas of Stouffville were Christmas guests with Betty & Norman Tapscott & are staying a few days. I joined with them for Christmas dinner. June & Chris Bertram of Scar- borough joined their daughter Joanne & John Hansen & family for Christmas. On Mon. Dec. 21st, the Epsom- Utica Sunday School performed their annual concert at Epsom Church which was filled to capaci- ty with parents, grandparents, uncles & aunts. Jordan McKay opened the pro- gramme with a recitation 'Happy the old Scugog Arena. Yesterday's Memories (From Page 5) Santa was generous to John Doupe of Seagrave this year. He was the lucky winner of $9,401. from the 50-50 draw sponsored by the Oshawa Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion. 10 YEARS AGO Wednesday, December 28, 1977 A crew from Durham Region Works department was kept busy for more than six hours on December 21, repairing a break in a main sewer line in front of the pumping station on Water St. across from A water tank truck from the Scugog Fire Department Unit 1 was called out Christmas Day to assist the Uxbridge Department at a house fire about three miles south of Uxbridge. Scugog Township Roads Superintendent Ron MacDonald was knocked unconscious for several minutes and required hospital treat- ment after being struck by a truck on Highway 12, December 19. MALW0O0D X-COUNTRY SKIING MAPLES 18 km. of scenic mark- ed trails, skating pond, heated great for family picnics & outings . play area. rest area .. children's . OPEN DAILY - 1%, MILES NORTH OF NESTLETON 986-5350 Christmas.' This was followed by several piano solos all beautifully performed. The Nursery Class (12 in all) told "What Christmas Means." Then dressed as sheep, angels, shepherds, a cow & a donkey, they sang "Away In A Manger." The Kindergarten group sang 'Christmas Sharing." Nancy Hill & a friend presented the Epsom-Utica Christmas Tree. The Intermediate Class, compos- ed and performed their own Christmas play. The Senior Class brought a play entitled 'That Special Love." Ann Tapscott read the Scripture. Two girls played flute solos - Chris was really interested. The Junior Church Choir closed the programme with "Rock Christmas." Special thanks for Earl and Irene Fielding who supplied all those bags of candies. Doris & Tom Armstrong joined the Gourlie family at Jim & Faye"s home. Mr. Howard Gourlie Sr. Howard & Helen Gourlie of Oshawa, Tracy & Kurt Roane were also present. The Church was filled to capaci- ty for a beautiful Candlelight Ser- vice on Christmas Eve. Rev. Nan- cy Waterman led the service & both choirs sang beautifully. The Carol Service on Sunday was also much appreciated as it ended our year with Communion. Doug & Beth Wilson, Fay & Don Simmonds entertained their Sunday School class on Sunday evening after Church. Earl, Marie & Scott Wilson were Christmas dinner guests with Den- nis & Carol Irwin, Mark & Tom. John & Dorothy Simpson from Moose Jaw, Sask., Floyd & Grace Evans had supper with Mr. & Mrs. Earl Wilson. Elmer & Ruth Wilson entertained all their family with Christmas din- ner on Saturday. Doug & Beth Wilson & family, Gord & Jill Postma: & children at- tended a children's Christmas Eve Mass at Port Perry Catholic Church. Doug & Beth Wilson & family visited Mr. & Mrs. Garry Paisley at Beaverton Tuesday evening. The Rev. Richard & Mrs. Lewchuk & Leah & Simon are visiting for a few days with Mr. & Mrs. Earl Wilson. The rest of the family will all be home on Tuesday for a family dinner. I hear there is a small Bundle of Joy, that arrived for Christmas at the Longhurst home. Congratulations! Congratulations to Ed & Gloria (Eng) Oravac & the arrival at home (Turn to page 27) Ad BAS EMMERSON INSURANCE BROKERS LIMITED 193 QUEEN ST. PORT PERRY. ONT LOB 1NO (416) 985-7306 ALL LINES OF GENERAL INSURANCE VICTORIA [8] acre Since I844 107" 5 Year Annual Interest 10%2% Semi-Annually Rates Subject to Change without Notice