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2A Daily News – Monday, August 29, 2011 Community people&events Crow - Bartolomei wed Working hard at relaxing I'm not dead. At least when I wrote that; I was- n't. Being the intelligent reader of this column, you put two and two together and surmised that in a flash. Hopefully, as you read this, I am still in the not-dead state of being — and shall remain so for decades yet to come. Having proven therefore that I understand very little about what it's like to die, you will cut me slack about not really knowing — but safely assuming — that no one's last words were ever, "I wish I would have spent more time work- ing and less time enjoying life." We would agree, wouldn't we? So, then what's the deal with non-stop, dawn-to-dusk, 24/7, busy-making? We don't ever just "chill." Well, at least I don't; maybe you do, but I'll bet dollars to donuts that you're in the same place. There's so much to get done with so few hours to do it. Forty-hour workweek; what's Courtesy photo Claude and Sandra Crow of Los Molinos, are pleased to announce the marriage of their son, Jeffrey Crow to Cori Lynn Bartolomei. Their evening wedding took place, Saturday, July 9, 2011 at The River House in Red Bluff. Jeff is a 1998 graduate of CSU Sacramento and works at the Physical Therapy & Wellness Center in Red Bluff. Cori is in the nursing program at CSU Chico. The couple honeymooned on a Mexican Rivera cruise and will continue to make their home in Red Bluff. SECRET WITNESS 529-1268 A program of Tehama County Neighborhood Watch Program, Inc. Setting it straight –––––––– It is the policy of the Daily News to correct as quickly as possible all errors in fact that have been published in the newspaper. If you feel a factual error has been made in a news story, call the news department at 527-2153. that? Wake up. Shower. Shave. Throw some frozen waffles down your gullet while checking the mail and packing lunches. Get the kids to school, pick them up, and beat feet to soccer practice and gymnastics. Straightaway back, homework, meals, brush teeth, and off to bed. To accomplish everything requires groundwork: grocery and clothes shopping, housecleaning, home maintenance, and car servicing. These necessitate steady income — and, oh yes — have you heard the news about the economy? You bet- ter not slack off at work or they'll swap you out quicker than a DVD rental on a Saturday night. So, off to the salt mines, bringing our assignments home so we can get them on our kitchen tables in the morning and the bed stands at night. We're work harder while having the privilege of pay- ing more for everything. Come end of day, it's drop like a lead brick off a six- foot wall. It's no wonder we don't have time for "a life." Or do we? My sister phones, "What are you up to?" She asks. I reply, "I'm working hard at relaxing." Scott Q. Marcus Stop the clock. Re-read that response please: "I'm working hard at relaxing." Huh? That statement makes as much sense as "same dif- ference," or "kosher ham;" but I swear it was my reply and I'm bet- ting you relate. Our lives are so cluttered, that if tasks were boxes, we'd be featured on the TV series "Hoarders." No longer are we human beings, we have become "human doings." Last Saturday, you know what I did? I could have worked on my computer, or mowed the lawn. Goodness know, there were bills aplenty requiring my attention. Nope, didn't do any of those. Instead, I made a conscious deci- sion to do nothing. It didn't start that way. My dog, Jack, and I went for a walk. Upon returning, he scampered into the backyard, rolled about on his back, feet to the sky; and then did what animals do so well: Absolutely nothing. Zero. He simply "was." I couldn't remember the last time I did that, so — not having a better plan — I joined him! I didn't put my feet in the air, but I honest-to-God did lie down in the grass and watched cloud ani- mals pass over my head. I felt the sun on my skin. I let my mind go where it went. For a short time, Jack and I simply appreciated that we exist. Even machines have an off switch. Surely we deserve as much as do they. The world's going to keep on turning, even if you're not the one who's pushing. Take a moment and recharge. You'll get more done later. About the author: Scott "Q" Marcus is a professional speaker and the CRP of www.ThisTimeIMeanIt.com, a website for people and organizations who are frustrated with making promises and are ready to make a change. Sign up for his free newsletter at the site or friend him at facebook.com/thistimeimeanit. He is also available for coaching and speaking engagements at 707.442.6243 or scottq@scottqmarcus.com. D NEWSAILY HOW TO REACH US RED BLUFF TEHAMACOUNTY THE VOICE OF TEHAMA COUNTY SINCE 1885 VOLUME 126, NUMBER 240 On the Web: www.redbluffdailynews.com MAIN OFFICE: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Main Phone (530) 527-2151 Outside area 800-479-6397 545 Diamond Ave. Red Bluff, CA 96080 ______________________ Fax: (530) 527-5774 ______________________ Mail: Red Bluff Daily News P.O. Box 220 Red Bluff, CA 96080 CUSTOMER SERVICE: Subscription & delivery Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (530) 527-2151, Ext. 1 subscription rates (All prices include all applicable taxes) Monday through Saturday $9.59 four weeks Rural Rate $10.69 four weeks Business & professional rate $2.21 four weeks, Monday-Friday By mail: In Tehama County $12.29 four weeks All others $16.23 four weeks (USPS 458-200) Published Monday through Saturday except Sunday, by California Newspaper Partnership. 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Robinson Fined $150 For Killing Quail Illegally Ross C. Robinson, a colored barber and rancher of Tehama, finally decided to drop his fight against a fine for killing quail out of sea- son and the case that has been pending in one former or another in the justice and superior courts for several weeks is now settled. —Aug. 29, 1921 The Sierra Club, Yahi Group, is hosting the following events for September 2011 & requests that you please include notice of them in your calendar or announcements. Unless otherwise noted, trips are free and open to the public and begin at the trailhead. If you have any questions or want further information about specific activities please contact Wayland Augur at 530-519-4724 or email wba@acm.org. Saturday-Sunday, September 10-11 - Wade Lake Backpack. This back- pack begins at Plumas Eureka State Park. The trail is three miles long, gaining a bit over 1,000 feet, to a sparkling blue tarn in a bowl of gor- geous granite walls. Swimming, day hiking, and photography possibilities surround you. Sunday we will Sierra Club, Yahi Group September outings If you go... For more information about the Sierra Club's Yahi Group, call 519-4724 or send an email to wba@acm.org drop down to see two very different lakes on our way out. The sum- mer crowds should be gone and evening will bring a little chill. Bring backpacking essentials, swim suits, sturdy boots, food and water (a group water filter will be available at camp), and carpool $. Leader has some gear to loan. (Rain/snow can- cels) Meet at Chico Park N Ride at 8:00 A.M. or Spring Valley School at 8:20 A.M. Must call leader in advance, John 872-8258. Saturday, Sept. 17 - Park & Stream Clean up Help the Butte Envi- ronmental Council clean up our beautiful park and the creeks that run through Chico. We have 2 check-in stations. Meet at Hooker Oak Recreation Area on Manzanita near Vallom- brosa Ave for parks cleanup & corner of Humboldt & Park Ave (Wakefield Glass park- ing lot) for the creeks cleanup. Families with children are encouraged to go to the park cleanup & the creeks cleanup is more strenuous. Wear sturdy shoes, bring your own gloves (some are provided) & water con- tainer. We provide bags, water, breakfast snacks & will have a BBQ afterward (12:30ish) at Hooker Oak Park (where the park site check in). Call (530) 891-6424 for more information, or email Maggib AT becpro- tects.org (formatted to avoid being spammed). We hope you'll join us for this day of commu- nity action. Saturday, Sept. 24 - Oroville's Salmon festi- val. Meet at Chico's Park N Ride at 8 A.M. Includes opening cere- mony, Feather River Fish Hatchery tour, and Family Fun Day. Free shuttle between events, mostly free events. Bring own lunch and water or available for purchase. Bring cost of carpool. Dress in layers. Return time approx. 4:30 P.M. Leader: Jeanne, 899-9980; Co- leaders: Michelle, 865- 9491 and Annette, 872- 3557. Sunday, September 25 - Bike Ride to Chico Airport. Meet at 11 A.M. at Chico Nut Company, Esplanade and East 11th Avenue (park on East 10th Avenue by Chico Nut Company parking lot). We'll take the nearby bike path to the Airport and Chico Air Museum. While eating lunch at closed Airport SubStation outdoor tables, we'll watch planes take off and land. After lunch we can visit the indoor and outdoor Air Museums. Round trip of 8 miles. Helmets required. Bring water and lunch. Rain cancels. Leader: Gene, 873- 1552; Asst. Leader: Carla, 891-6977. Friday-Sunday, Sep- tember 30-October 1 - Pacific Crest Trail Main- tenance. Volunteers will work on the Almanor RD of Lassen NF in the Domingo Springs area north of Hwy 36. Work will consist of tread and drainage maintenance and clearing of the trail corridor with potential for structure installation and maintenance. Volunteers may also potentially use tools specific to con- structing timber struc- tures. Meals, safety equipment, and training are provided. Accommo- dations: Car camping at a developed campground. Fitness Requirement: Intermedi- ate. Volunteers will hike 1-4 miles to the project site each day. To sign up, get an application or learn about more volunteer opportunities, contact Merrit Hoeh at 916 285- 1838 or mhoeh@pcta.org Community Clip? e-mail: clerk@red- bluffdailynews.com or Fax: 527-9251 NORTHERN HISPANIC LATINO COALITION Presents the 15th Annual Latino FIESTA & FAMILY FAIR Sunday, September 11, 2011 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM INDEPENDENCE DAY Anderson River Park Amphitheater, Anderson, CA FREE TO THE PUBLIC ATTENTION VENDORS: The deadline is 8/31/11 ($20 late fee after 8/31) Call Marge, 241-7833 or get application at http://northernhispaniclatinocoalition.org