2 FOCUS - SEPTEMBER 2017 Please send us your letters, maximum of 250 words. Be aware that we cannot publish negative letters about individuals or businesses. Submit to: focus@focusonscugog.com Thank you, Jonathan Dear Editor I am writing in regards to the article on Latvia written by Jonathan van Bilsen (PhotosNTravel, August 2017 issue). I truly enjoyed reading it, being of Latvian descent. My father and grandparents were born there, but due to their precarious journey to Canada during World War II, they neglect to speak about home very much. My grandmother will be 102 in November and sometimes says she would like to return home to live by the Baltic Sea, but never elaborates. I will bring this with me when I visit her next week so I can read it to her. I’m sure it will bring a smile to her face with its positive outlook on her home. You have just given me a totally different and appreciative view of what looks to be a wonderful place presently. Your pictures of the architecture are amazing. I know I will be visiting the country of my heritage as soon as I can. Thank you so much for your story. Adrianne Makovskis Regatta successful once more Dear Editor On behalf of the Lake Scugog Regatta Association Committee, I would like to thank all of you who helped make our 89th Annual Regatta an awesome and fun filled weekend! Dinner Friday evening and live entertainment was enjoyed by candlelight and generator. The dance floor was hopping! Mother Nature was certainly on our side all weekend as we started out with the parade, followed by dog show, races, games, volleyball and horseshoe tournaments, movie in the park at dusk and much more. A special thank you goes out to all the local businesses who generously donated gifts for our Tooney Table, which was a big hit. Sunday’s delicious pancake breakfast hosted by our local Fire Fighters, followed by the fishing derby, swimming, canoe and kayak races, and of course our famous Lake Scugog Championship Sailboat race was enjoyed by everyone. I must say, we certainly have an amazing community within the Township of Scugog. Many generations have supported the Lake Scugog Regatta and continued to do so. We are awed to see the generosity to help continue this event for many more years to come. Stay tuned for an even better Regatta next year as we celebrate our 90th Annual. Thank you. Shari Bown Thank you Dear Editor I would like to extend a very special thank you to Colin and Nancy Graham of Thistledown Pet Memorial, in Uxbridge. When our beloved dog passed away at home, Colin and Nancy took great care in looking after our pet’s remains and us. They showed great compassion and treated our dog with the respect she deserved, as a member of our family. Sarah Dedrick, Port Perry I won something! Dear Editor I would like to thank Valerie and Ken Wright of Port Perry Medical Supplies. I have always said that I never win anything and lo and behold, I won a scooter in early July. I purchased the scooter and upon my name being drawn, my money was returned to me. Thank you so much for your kindness and caring. Sincerely, Barb McIntyre “Go Fly A Kite” Dear Editor As a teenager many years ago I have fond memories of flying kites with my siblings, adults and friends, growing up in Nestleton and having many laughs along the way.
 For a few years I have wanted to start a Port Perry Kite Club and see if there are others interested as well. If so, this will be open to all ages
 on Sunday September 17 at 1p.m. 
at the fair grounds here in Port Perry. Let’ s meet and see if we can create fun 
for everyone! 
Let me know if you are interested or have any questions. Bring your own kite! 
For beginners, you can purchase them at dollar stores! Call me today at 905-985-4372 to discuss. Lynn Doucette, Port Perry ...................... Letters continued on page 43 1680 Reach Street, Port Perry 905-985-4441 www.emmanuelcc.ca Want To Walk With God? C o m m u n i t y C h u r c h Sunday 10 a.m. Your journey begins September 10 at 10:00 a.m.