Darlene is tops
Dear Editor,
I want to thank you for printing my story of my weight loss journey and Tops where I became Ontario’s Provincial Queen.
I must say, I’ve been getting noticed around town including at the 50th Anniversary gathering for Port Perry Print. Before I even knew I was in the August issue, a tall young gentleman recognized me behind the counter. He thanked me for sharing my story. He said he enjoyed reading it and it was well written. He recognized me by my pictures and talked about my before and after shots. He said I look amazing and congratulated me for my hard work. I’m not good at guessing ages but I think he might’ve been around 16.
A few ladies with him were surprised he recognized me. They also read my story and were happy to see me. I mentioned if my story helps one person, then it was worth sharing…in fact one of the ladies said she might even join Tops again now. I sure do hope she does join us.
I also had a nice conversation with our Mayor Wilma Wotten who also congratulated me. I must say my face is out there now.
I have been invited to speak at a Tops chapter in Bracebridge at the end of the month and another chapter in Millbrook later this fall.
I am looking forward to seeing our Tops News magazine out of Milwaukee USA, it should be out soon. It goes to all members across every state in the USA and every province in Canada. I know I’m in this magazine too but I doubt I’ll have a two page spread; it may only be one page. We’ll have to wait and see. However, your magazine tops theirs because you’re local and we are nice people here in Port Perry.
All the best,
Darlene Gauweiler,
Ontario Provincial Queen Tops Port Perry
Kind words from a Focus reader
Dear Editor
While I always love the Focus on Scugog magazine, as do so many in Scugog, I want to say that I enjoyed the August edition even more than I usually do!
The articles and pictures were especially interesting this month. However, what was really interesting, and helpful, was the collection of related advertising placed all together under Senior Connections and under Home Solutions.
You have a wonderful team and are constantly evolving to keep your magazine timely, relevant and useful.
Congratulations to you and your team.
Martha Casson
Branching Out’ with many thanks!
Dear Editor
As owners of Branching Out Florists, Jane and I have always felt the support of our local community.
Recently, (Tuesday July 23) one of our drivers was involved in a vehicle accident on Scugog Island with our delivery van. So many people were kind enough to pull over and ask if he needed help, offered water, and stayed to make sure everyone was okay until Jane arrived on scene.
This community is outstanding and we are so grateful for your kindness and support!
Our driver is fine, the van has been replaced, and it’s business as usual.
Thank you again to everyone and we are blessed to be part of this community!
Sharon Runnalls and Jane Eksten, owners of Branching Out Florists
Think before you throw
Dear Editor
What do you do when you open a drawer and you see your old prescription glasses? What do you do when you reach for a coat hanger in your closet, and you see winter wear that you won’t need anymore. Think of when you organize that linen closet and find sheets and towels that you have no more use for – what do you do with them?
You donate them! Can you save your milk bags and pop tabs then give them to us? Sure you can!
We are open six days a week, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. We deliver everything that we sell, and we run all the roads in Scugog, Uxbridge, and Brock townships every day, so it makes sense that we make the extra stop to drop off your donations.
When everyone works together, everyone gets a step-up.
We are collecting on behalf of the Port Perry Lions Club, and Oakwood Lions Club. Both service groups are passionate leaders in community service, making a difference in the lives of others.
We have our Car Care Buckets that we sell, with the proceeds going to Operation Scugog.
The linens are collected on behalf of the Shades of Hope Wildlife Refuge.
Our Lions clubs are tireless. Always involved in community events, they wear many hats. Working together with other community groups, they see the need in outreach and can deliver when most needed.
This is where we all band together. You donate. We collect. Our service groups deliver. Every little bit and every action moves us forward as we build community together.
Drop off your donations at Port Perry Auto Supply (CarQuest) at 16050 Old Simcoe Rd, across from Tim Hortons, beside the arena. Call us at (905) 985-8481
Thanks everyone,
Kathy LeFort on behalf of the team at Port Perry Auto Supply
Rona helping Oak Ridges Hospice
Dear Editor
Rona is now accepting donations for raffle tickets for a variety of different prizes that we have been collecting in the store here and from other vendors, to raise money for Oak Ridges Hospice. The draw will take place at the end of September.
On Saturday September 7, we will be having a BBQ, and people can make any kind of donation in order to get a hamburger and a drink. At this BBQ there will be candy jars where people can make donations and guess the amounts in the jar to win said candy. We are taking all of our donations directly through our cash register (cash or card).
Please come and join us,
Alana Tierney, Sales Member on behalf of Rona
