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Defining school success Editorial - Page 6 RECORD The voice of the Eastern Townships since 1897 ————- TOMORROW W0!)& i 1 M RIM01JSKI ' M AT THE SPORTS PALACE 75 CENTS + TAXES PM#0(H0007682 Tuesday, December 9, 2014 Downtown meters ripping off customers Record Staff Sherbrooke TJiere’s something wrong with the parking meters in downtown Sherbrooke, according to a motorist who was the victim of a “complete aberration” in how the electronic terminal system for municipal parking works.According to a report in Sherbrooke’s La Tribune, motorist Jean-Marc Allard and two others received a ticket for exceeding their parking time limit despite his claims that this was not the case.“There were three of us heading to our vehicles on Wellington Street when we saw our friends from Garda blithely handing out traffic tickets,” Allard says.“We have all got the same treatment, a ticket stating that we had exceeded our time limit.But with supporting evidence, we showed the opposite.1 paid $4 at 6:03 p.m.for four hours of parking and got the $26 ticket at 6:55,” he wrote in an email that included a copy of the ticket and the clock receipt.According to Allard, the parking attendants made excuses, “each more outlandish than the other” to justify the tickets.For example, the agents have a computer that warns that there is infringement just by passing near the vehicle.“On the other hand, if you had left your parking statement on the windshield we would have seen it and you would not have been in any contravention,” they said.“We know for a fact that we have to bring these receipts with us to remember the time remaining on the terminal,” says Allard.“Someone may have used the wrong terminal number and when he inserted his dollar the meter could have gone back to zero,” a parking agent supposedly told him.Allard wondered how the same thing could have happened to all three.Cont’d on Page 3 Fortin’s support for municipal reform stirs the pot in Brompton S,-*-;; GORDON LAMBIE / FILE PHOTO Bromptonville borough president Nicole Bergeron was unhappy to learn via the media of the plans to implement municipal reform.By Gordon Lambie Sherbrooke Almost a year after first being presented to Sherbrooke’s City Council, word finally came this past weekend from the office of Luc Fortin that the city’s municipal governance reform will be carried to the National Assembly in the form of a private bill.Based on the plan outlined by the Sherbrooke MNA, the City could see approval for the reforms by next spring, provided that the bill is worded and ready by the time the assembly sits again on Feb.10.Long awaited by those on all different sides of the issue, the news of action on the municipal re- forms has riled up a variety of mixed responses.“It’s a little bit different than we were expecting,” said Sherbrooke Mayor Bernard Sévigny.“We would like to have seen a bill presented in the session of [the national assembly) that just ended.” Sévigny expressed disappointment at the amount of time it has taken to move forward with the governance reform and service management centralization plan that he first proposed as an election campaign issue in 2013.Despite that disappointment, however, the mayor shared that he is encouraged by the declaration on the part of both Fortin and Municipal Af- fairs Minister Pierre Moreau that the city’s autonomy will be respected.He said that he has faith, now that the project is actually going to be addressed, that business will move forward smoothly The project is being supported on its legal ground within the framework of maintaining municipal autonomy.Essentially, because city council approved the reforms, it is Fortin’s responsibility to bring a bill forward to see the matter addressed at the provincial level.The City of Sherbrooke must prepare a bill outlining the structure of the governance reform by Feb.10 of next year, for consideration in the next parliamentary session.Cont’d on Page 5 ¦¦the».RECORD Th# perfect Chrl»tm»§ gift/ 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2 Tuesday, December 9, 2014 newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com The Record The Record e-edition There for you 24-hours-a-day 7-days-a-week.Wherever you are.Access the full edition of The Sherbrooke Record as well as special editions and archives.Renew or take a new 12-month print subscription and get a 12-month online subscription for an additional $5 or purchase the online edition only for $82.21.Record subscription rates 1 year print: $155.91 6 month print: $81.85 3 month print: $41.57 12 month web only: $82.21 1 month web only.$7.46 Applicable taxes are added to above amounts.Web subscribers have access to the daily Record as well as archives and special editions.Subscribing is as easy as 1,2,3 when you go to www.awsom.ca Click Subscribe.Choose newspaper.Complete form and wait for an email activating your online subscription.Weather 'i- v f.'1 — —1 1 y .A /J* - -< ly VI » r A J j j j Jt J , A .S' ’t J J J J A J J 'J ' 'l- >1< , 'l* — —* * > , SJl * **¦ •waf I je Si * — —i .'A 'y Vj K 0T J TODAY: SNOW (2-4CM) HIGH 1 SUNRISE: 7:16 SUNSET: 4d)4 WEDNESDAY: SNOW OR RAIN HIGH 4 LOW-1 THURSDAY: SHOWERS OR FLURRIES HIGH 1 LOW 0 FRIDAY: PERIODS OF SNOW HIGHO LOW-3 SATURDAY: CLOUDY, 40% CHANCE OF FLURRIES HIGH 1 LOW-3 Tastes like chicken: Your weekly look at the world of food One pot wonder: Entertain with fondue for a fun and festive party By Lois Abraham The Canadian Press Toronto When company comes calling unexpectedly, pull out the fondue pot, melt together a few ingredients and you can put together an impromptu and festive dinner with little effort.Chef Corbin Tomaszeski calls the communal-style dining “easy and uncomplicated and inexpensive.You can put whatever you want on a fork and dip it in fondue.” It’s also nostalgic.“From 1970 straight through to the late ‘80s every couple that got married got a fondue pot, so they’re out there.So you’ve got to bring them back.I tell people go into that storage room when you go into your basement — when you open it up things fall on you, you know, the Santa Claus, the Halloween decorations.The fondue pot’s in the back corner that you’ve forgotten about or it’s in the box because you’ve never opened it because you think it’s complicated,” he says.“Bring it out, scrub it up, melt some cheese, throw it in and get your favourite dippers.” Along with savoury fondues featuring cheese or morsels of various types of protein or vegetables cooked in broth or oil, there’s nothing more decadent than toasting the season with some sparkling Merlot and indulgent chocolate and raspberry fondue, as Tomaszeski demonstrated in Savoury, his new private chef s table dining room at Toronto’s Westin Harbour Castle.“Six ounces of chocolate, your favourite fruit, one bottle of wine and you’re entertaining an entire group of people.It can be done on a low budget.It’s got that wow factor and it also brings back that sense of nostalgia and comfort based around food,” says Tomaszeski, who partnered with Jackson-Triggs Estate Winery to create retro fondue recipes with a modern twist.“Any time you put food on a fork and dip it people love it.” For chocolate fondue, simply melt your favourite chocolate in a pot on the stove over low heat, stirring with a rubber spatula so it doesn’t stick and burn.Or melt it in the microwave.Then stir in full-fat cream.“Chocolate loves whipping cream.Don’t use milk.This will not work,” he cautions.“The fat helps keep the smoothness and the vel-vetiness of the chocolate, helps prevent it from sticking together.” Blend in raspberry liqueur or substitute your favourite, such as Grand Marnier, says Tomaszeski, who in addition to his positions as executive chef, has been on such Food Network Canada shows as “Dinner Party Wars,” “Restaurant Makeover” and “Restaurant Takeover.” “You could do this in the fondue pot directly, but I find you have a little more control when you do it at stovetop because you have the spatula and you can determine if it’s going to burn or not.It’s easy to take it from the stove to the fondue pot right at the table.” Once at the table, fold in mascarpone cheese and let guests swirl it around, repeating if the mixture begins to bind.You can substitute cream cheese or leave the cheese out, but it adds to the marbling effect in the fondue, almost like a chocolate-style cheesecake.The consistency should be thick enough that the mixture sticks to items dipped in it.The choices are limited only by your imagination.Strawberries and pineapple chunks pair well with chocolate.Pretzels dipped in chocolate are a sweet-salty combination.Cookies such as shortbread and macaroons also work well.For a double hit of chocolate, dip brownies.For “Santa Claus on a fork," as he calls it, crush candy canes, place on a plate and have guests roll items in that after dipping in the chocolate.A savoury main-course fondue could range from beef or chicken to lobster, shrimp, cheese or vegetables.“One of my favourite easy healthy ones is just do your favourite vegetable or chicken broth and cook in the broth.If you want to do a little more French, then do the classic red wine — you can use your favourite Burgundy red wine — put in some shallots, Dijon mustard, a little bit of garlic, put some mushrooms in there.That’s kind of a riff on coq au vin, which really means chicken in wine, and you can cook things in there as well.” With beef, Tomaszeski suggests using a neutral-flavoured vegetable stock because the meat is already flavourful.Drop in vegetables such as cauliflower, broccoli, carrots, mushrooms and potatoes into the pot and diners can skewer them once they’re cooked.To accompany cheese fondue, prepare a selection of fresh vegetables — anything that will fit on a fork that you can eat raw — and breads that are crusty like ciabatta and baguette.Fondue is a great way to accommodate guests who follow a dairy-free or gluten-free diet.With a larger group, have two pots — one for each end of the table — and keep one vegetarian.Get creative with dips too.Chimichurri, pestos or aiolis are a few to try.For an Asian fusion twist, dip items into a hoisin-style teriyaki sauce and then roll in sesame seeds.For safety, never leave a fondue pot unattended and monitor children if they’re in the vicinity.“I suggest putting your fondue pot on a solid wooden surface — not your table but a board on your table — because you don’t want to damage your dining room table or your favourite linens." If you don’t have a fondue pot and matching skewers, there’s nothing wrong with putting the actual saucepan on the table and giving guests dinner forks, Tomaszeski says.Recipe Chocolate and Raspberry Ripple Fondue A mix of dark chocolate, cheese and raspberry liqueur make this dessert fondue a sweet finale when paired with sparkling Merlot.Wine Pairing: 2010 Jackson-Triggs Niagara Entourage Grand Reserve Sparkling Merlot 340 g (12 oz) dark chocolate, chopped 175 ml (3/4 cup) 35 per cent cream 30 ml (1 oz) raspberry liqueur 30 g (1 oz) mascarpone cheese In a small saucepan, melt dark chocolate pieces with heavy cream.Add raspberry liqueur and mascarpone.Stir until smooth and incorporated.Pour melted chocolate fondue into fondue pot and serve with fresh berries and pound cake.Makes 6 servings.Source: Chef Corbin Tomaszeski and Jackson-Triggs Estate Wines partnered to create this recipes.Ben by Daniel Shelton &EFORC WE GO SACK ID VANCOUVER.Y/E VJOUlP LIKE TO GIVE YOU GUYS A VERY _ SPECIAL 0ET-SOMETHING PRICELESS YOU'RE SURE TO, APPRECIAT., r it's okay; pa p PONT WORRY ABOUT IT, WE'RE HAPPYTO (POUT STAY OUT TOO LONG') -* ir—- .AN EVENING OUT TO YOURSELVES. 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it occurs when the body does not have enough iron to make red blood cells.What’s the connection between iron and red blood cells?Inside every red blood cell is the protein called hemoglobin, which carries oxygen to every cell in your body.Oxygen is an essential source of energy to every cell.Iron is a part of hemoglobin.Most of the iron in the body is in the hemoglobin (and a similar protein in muscle called myoglobin).Iron enters our body in food and leaves the body primarily when we bleed.Bleeding causes the loss of red blood cells and a lot of iron.That’s why teenage girls are particularly susceptible to iron-deficiency anemia: They have begun to have monthly menstrual bleeding.Each month they lose blood and iron.If your daughter doesn’t eat enough iron-rich foods, she will gradually develop iron deficiency.Symptoms of iron-deficiency anemia are not usually obvious unless the problem is severe or long-lasting.If that’s the case, symptoms may include pale skin, tiredness, dizziness, lightheadedness, headaches or ringing in the ears.The condition is diagnosed with a blood test.Iron-deficiency anemia is usually treated with iron supplements, taken by mouth for several months.The doctor 95th Birthday Celebration Veteran, Jack Hobbs, 2nd Vice ofDanville-Windsor #41, celebrating his 95th birthday IMgl '¦U- >.______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________; On November 26, Jack celebrated his 95th birthday.Upon his arrival at the Legion, some 60 people had gathered to attend this special evening with Jack.will do follow-up blood tests to make sure the anemia has gone away or at least is improving.Iron is best absorbed when given between meals.Encourage your daughter to take her iron supplement mid-morning, between breakfast and lunch, or mid-afternoon, between lunch and dinner.Vitamin C makes it easier for the body to absorb iron.But calcium makes it harder, so your daughter should not take her supplement with milk.It may work best taken with foods or drinks that are high in vitamin C such as fruits, vegetables and orange juice.Warn your daughter not to take more than the recommended dose of iron, as higher doses can be dangerous.Some people are vulnerable to developing iron overload.You should also try to increase the amount of iron-rich foods in your daughter’s diet.These include: — lean meats, poultry and fish — iron-fortified cereals, breads and pasta — dried fruits (apricots, raisins, prunes) — leafy green vegetables (spinach, collard greens, kale) — whole grains (brown rice, wheat germ, bran muffins) — beans, peas and nuts -eggs Teenage girls who have begun to have menstrual periods can help prevent iron-deficiency anemia by taking a multivitamin with iron.The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for iron is 8 milligrams (mg) per day for females ages 9 to 13 years, and 15 mg per day for females ages 14 to 18 years.Iron deficiency in teenage girls is common, easily diagnosed and easily treated.Your daughter should be fine.Dr.Komaroff is a physician and professor at Harvard Medical School.Bulwer Golden Age Club December 2 - Eighty-five members gathered at the Community Center on a cold windy day for a fun day of cards and games.10 tables of 500 were played.l table of Skip Bo and 2 tables of Cribbage, plus carpet bowling.Skip Bo, Violet Lister and Beverley Cote being the winners.Cribbage table 1 : Harold and Cheryl winning by 70 points against Susan and Ed, table 2: Gail and Ann winning by 6 points against Beulah and Doreen.Carpet Bowling 1st game Red winning 8 to 7 against the Black, 2nd game Black winning by 5 to 2 against Red A wonderful meal was served consisting of roast beef, potatoes, gravy, mixed vegetables, Caesar salad, rolls, pickles and carrot cake for dessert.Isabelle Nelson said Grace.December birthdays are 6th - Stan Brown, 15th - Harold Hearn, 16th - Norma Carrier, 20th - Allan Bradley, 29th - Mac Learned, 31st - Doreen Lancaster and Bob Westbroom.Peggy presented a cake and we all sang Happy Birthday.Marion and Dufferin Annesley will be 61 years married on the 22nd of December.Bruce Batley was a guest today with his mother-in-law Verna Westgate.Tami Spires, United Church Minister, was also a guest for supper with Diane and Mac Learned.Door prizes were won by Norma Carrier, Paulette Painter, Janet Laroche, Trudy Doherty, A1 Doherty, Gordon Humphrey.Peggy’s goodies: A1 Doherty, Mary Simons, Isabel Nelson and Lionel Statton.Thanks to all who brought in non-perishable goods for the Alexander Galt High School food baskets.Next meeting: December 16, 2014.This will be our Christmas party and final meeting until January 13, 2015.Submitted by Submitted by Marlene Goodenough Al Doherty and Margaret Vintinner Datebook TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2014 Today is the 343rd day of 2014 and the 79th day of autumn.TODAY’S HISTORY: In 1867, the capital of the Colorado Territory was moved from Golden to Denver.In 1872, Pinkney Benton Stewart Pinchback became the first serving U.S.governor of African-American descent when he was named acting governor of Louisiana.In 1968, engineer Douglas Engelbart demonstrated the first computer system to use hypertext links and a mouse.In 1979, the World Health Organization certified that smallpox had been eradicated.TODAY’S BIRTHDAYS: Emmett Kelly (1898-1979), clown; Jean de Brunhoff (1899-1937), author; Thomas P.“Tip” O’Neill (1912-1994).politician; Kirk Douglas (1916- ), actor; Redd Foxx (1922-1991), comedian; Dick Van Patten (1928-), actor; Judi Dench (1934- ), actress; Deacon Jones (1938-2013), football player; Beau Bridges (1941- ), actor; Dick Butkus (1942- ), football player; John Malkovich (1953- ), actor; Donny Osmond (1957- ), singer; Felicity Huffman (1962- ), actress; Kurt Angle (1968- ), wrestler/actor; Simon Heiberg (1980- ), actor.TODAY’S FACT: After Pinkney Benton Stewart Pinchback was appointed acting governor of Louisiana, it would be more than 100 years before the first African-American elected governor, Lawrence Douglas Wilder of Virginia, took office, in 1990.TODAY’S SPORTS: In 1934, the New York Giants exchanged their cleats for sneakers during the third quarter, then outmaneuvered the Chicago Bears on a frozen field to turn a 13-3 deficit into a 30-13 victory.TODAY’S QUOTE: “You hear all this stuff about inner peace.Hey, there’s nothing wrong with it, but I say, hit that line hard.Crack that book .Do your very best all the time and inner peace will take care of itself.The Deacon guarantees it.” — Deacon Jones TODAY’S NUMBER: 7 - number of classic children’s books about Babar the elephant written and illustrated by Jean de Brunhoff.He died of tuberculosis at age 37, and his son Laurent continued the series.TODAY’S MOON: Between full moon (Dec.6) and last quarter moon (Dec.14).RATES and DEADLINES: ANNOUNCEMENTS & NOTICES BIRTH NOTICES, CAROS OF THANKS, IN MEMORIAMS, BRIEFLETS: Text only: 40ç per word.Minimum charge $10.00 ($11.50 taxes included) Discounts: 2 insertions or more: 15% off With photo: additional $18.50.DEADLINE: 11 a.m., day before publication.BIRTHDAY, ANNIVERSARY & GET-WELL WISHES.ENGAGEMENT NOTICES: Text only: $16.00 (includes taxes) With photo: $26.00 ($29.90 taxes included) DEADLINE: 3 days before publication.WEDDING WRITE -UPS: $26.00 ($29.90 taxes included) WITH PHOTO: $36.00 ($41.40 taxes included) Please Note: All of the aforementioned (except death notices) must be submitted typewritten or neatly printed, and must include the signature and daytime telephone number of the contact person.Can be e-mailed to: clas-sad@sherbrookerecord.com - They will not be taken by phone.DEADLINES FOR DEATH NOTICES: For Monday's paper, call 819-569-4856 between 1 p.m.and 5 p.m.Sunday.For Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday's edition, call 819-569-4856 or fax 819-569-1187 (please call to confirm transmission) or e-mail: production@sherbrookerecord.com between 9 a.m.and 5 p.m.the day prior to the day of publication.The Record cannot guarantee publication if another Record number is called.Rates: Please call for costs. The Record newsroom@sherb'rookerecord.com Tuesday, December 9, 2014 Page 9 Towns' Cm TOWNSHIPS If you want to drink, that’s your business.If you want to stop, we can help.Call Alcoholics Anonymous 1-888-424-2975, www.aa.org SHERBROOKE The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #10, 971 Galt St.East, Sherbrooke hold the following events every week.Wednesday: Bean Bag Toss fun afternoon at 1:30 p.m.Friday: Suppers at 5 p.m., Fun Darts at 7 p.m.Saturday: Music at 8:30 p.m.Sunday: Music at 1:30 p.m.Come out and support the Legion.Info: 819-563^944.DANVILLE The Directors of the Danville Curling Club are pleased to invite everyone to the Club’s Brunch to be held on Sunday, December 14 from 10 a.m.to 1:30 p.m.at the Danville Curling Club at 1449 Route 116 in Danville.LENNOXVILLE Military Whist will be played at “The Hut”, A.N A.F.Unit #318, 300 St.Francis Street, Lennoxville on Wednesday, December 10 at 1:30 p.m.To reserve a place for yourself or a table for 4.please contact Cheryl Bradley at 819-569-2067.Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to everyone, see you after the holidays.LENNOXVILLE Ladies Auxiliary meeting at “The Hut”, A.N.A.F.Unit #318,300 St.Francis Street, Lennoxville on Wednesday, December 10 at 7 p.m.Meetings now held downstairs.LENNOXVILLE Christmas for you.Join us for singing, fellowship and Christmas Dinner on Thursday, December 25 at Hope Community Church, corner of Queen and College, Lennoxville.11 a.m.(doors open at 10:30 a.m.) to 1 p.m.Everyone welcome.No charge - “our gift to you.” For transportation or information, call HCC at 819-822-2627 or Paul McLean at 819-820-5932.NORTH HATLEY The Estria Woodwind Quintet and their invited guests: Jean-Yves St.Pierre and Maude Frechette Gagné, will be presenting a Christmas concert at St.Elizabeth Church on Saturday December 20th at 3 pm.Repertoire will consist of well known Christmas songs, music from The Nutcracker Ballet, baroque and renaissance works on period instruments and lots of sing-a-long Christmas fun ! Tickets are available it is free for children and teens 16 and under, if they bring an adult.Reserve your seats with Pauline Farrugia at 819-842-1072.DANVILLE Danville-Windsor Legion #41,136 Grove Street, is having their annual Christmas Potluck Supper on Friday, December 12.Supper at 6 p.m.followed by entertainment from 7 p.m.to 11 p.m.Everyone welcome.LENNOXVILLE The Uplands Cultural and Heritage Centre will be presenting its yearly Christmas Concert on Thursday, December 18 at 7:30 p.m.and on Friday, December 19 at 7:30 p.m.This year, a variety of goodies are in store including Holiday favorites played by the Estria Quintet and Traditional Christmas Carols sung by the vocal octet Eight Misbehavin’.And of course.Uplands’ Christmas concert is never complete without the traditional Christmas Carol sing-a-long accompanied by Fannie Gaudette on the piano.The concert will be followed by refreshments including our renowned mulled wine.Come and join us for some warm Christmas cheer! Entrance is by donation but reservations are strongly recommended, call Uplands at 819-564-0409.Uplands is located at 9 Speid St.in the Borough of Lennoxville (Sherbrooke).AYER’S CLIFF The Christmas Village Committee, Ayer’s Cliff, is preparing for the weekend, Saturday, December 13,10:30 a.m.to 5 p.m., and Sunday, December 14,10:30 a.m.to 4 p.m.There will be a Christmas Market on Main Street, receive your passport with a map at the Bandstand, horse drawn sleigh rides, search for elves’ tricks everywhere throughout the village, children’s activities, visit of Santa Claus in Tyler Park, and much more.Tell your family and friends.The more the merrier!! RICHMOND The Richmond Legion is having a Fun Afternoon on Thursday, December 11.Music with Sam and Gilles begins at 4 p.m.Sandwiches and salads are on the menu (served at 6 p.m.).Come and join us - you don’t have to be a Legion member to participate.P.S.We are also celebrating Elsie Kerr’s 90th birthday! Hope to see you there! There is no door charge; a donation for the meal would be appreciated.GRANBY St.George’s Anglican Church in Granby is hosting a 60’s concert on Friday, December 12 at 7:30 p.m.This fundraiser will feature Mellow Yellow Band from Burlington, Vermont (wwwmellowyellowband.com).Tickets are available at the door or at École de Musique Clasique Granby Haut Yamaska 450-360-9300.MAGOG St.Luke’s Anglican Church, 120 des Pins, will present their annual Bilingual Candlelight Service on Saturday, December 13 at 4 pm.This ecumenical service will consist of Christmas Carols and Readings reflecting on the preparation of our hearts for the birth of Jesus Christ.An invitation is extended to the citizens of Magog and region to attend.Children are welcome.This column accepts items announcing events organized by churches, service dubs and recognized charitable institutions for a $7.00 fee, $10.00 for 2 insertions of same notice, $13.00 for 3 publications.Maximum 35 words.If you have more than 35 words the charge will be $10.00 per insertion.Requests should be mailed, well in advance, to The Record, 1195 Galt St.East, Sherbrooke, Quebec, JIG 1Y7, be signed and include a tele phone number and payment.Telephone requests will not be accepted.Admission charges and trade names will be deleted.No dances.Right now, I have an upset son and a furious husband TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2014 Dear Annie: My husband, “Ricardo," is a naturally curious man.He usually asks questions in a charming manner, showing genuine interest in family and friends.We have a teenage son.Ricardo often asks him probing questions about his girlfriend, which upsets our son.I totally get that Ricardo is interested and concerned for our son, so often I try to smooth the waves and attempt to let Ricardo know that he is being too pushy.I try to say this in a lighthearted way during the conversation in order to defuse the tension.This infuriates Ricardo.He says I am undermining his parental authority.Annie, our son is a fine, outstanding young man.He does well in school, has great friends and participates in meaningful activities.It’s not as if he is up to something just because he doesn’t want to talk about his girlfriend.He just wants some privacy.1 only intervene in these conversations when I see the tension rising and my son getting frustrated or angry.Ricardo has told me that I should mind my own business and tell him in private what I think and not do it in front of our son.Is he right?It makes me feel that I’m not being supportive of our son.Should I just walk away from their conversation and keep my feelings to myself?Right now, I have an upset son and a furious husband.— Stuck in the Middle Dear Stuck: You both need a new approach.Grilling a teenager about his social life will backfire every time, and Ricardo should know better.And when you intervene, even with good reason, Ricardo thinks it makes him the bad guy in front of your son.Have a private conversation with your husband and tell him that peppering the boy with questions will simply make him clam up and become resentful.It’s easier to get information when you’aren't trying so hard.(Perhaps lie remembers his own teenage years.) Tire two of you should instead agree upon a silent signal when his questions get out of hand.In return, promise to share what you Annie’s Mailbox learn.Dear Annie: Do you know why I’m not interested in sex with my husband?It gives me no satisfaction.My husband’s idea of sex is 30 seconds of satisfying himself.He is boring, boring, boring.My husband is a controlling person, so if I initiate sex, he isn’t interested.It always has to be his idea.I’ve read everything I could about having a good sex life and tried for years to please him.But he thinks sexual pleasure is only for him and the rest is a tool to punish me.I’ve told him how I feel, but he is never wrong and can’t handle criticism.He refuses counseling.Sometimes, I wonder whether he is gay.I had an affair, and the sex was wonderful, but I broke it off.Now I’m considering divorce in the hope that I can find a man who believes that sex ought to be fun and enjoyable for both partners.Boring sex might be a reason some women lose interest.That’s my two cents.— Tired of It All Dear Tired: Dissatisfaction can be a reason to avoid sex, but your real problem is a husband who doesn’t care that you are unhappy.His disinterest in your concerns goes beyond the bedroom.Whether or not you divorce, please get counseling on your own so you can better navigate the rocks ahead.Dear Annie: “Dumfounded Niece” was upset that she hadn’t received any acknowledgment of the flowers she sent to her aunt’s funeral.My mother sent flowers to the funeral of her brother in another state.When Mom asked my aunt whether the flowers looked nice, she was told they never arrived.Our local florist discovered that the flowers had never been sent from the florist in the other state.— Arlene in North Dakota Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column.Please email your questions to anniesmailbox@comcast.net, or write to: Annie’s Mail- box, c/o Creators Syndicate, 737 3rd Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.To find out more about Annie’s Mailbox and read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate Web page at www.creators.com.SUDOKU Difficulty: 3 (of 5) 2 3 4 8 3 7 1 5 1 9 6 3 6 4 8 2 2 5 3 6 1 rr 4 2 9 9 8 5 12-9-14 2014 JFS/KF D-st.ky Unive*:;*.Uclicf ":>¦ UFS PREVIOUS SOLUTION HOW TO PLAY: Each row, column and set of 3-by-3 boxes must contain the j numbers 1 throng without repetition.3 1 2 5 I 4 7 9 6 8 ! 5 4 6 2i 9 8 3 1 7 | ; 7 8 9 3 I 1 6 5 4 2 ! 1 2 5 8 4 3 1 7 9 6 ! | 9 6 1 7 I 5 2 4 8 3 1 1 4 7 3 8 ! 6 9 1 2 5 1 2 5 9 ! 8 3 6 7 4 1 8 9 4 6 ! 7 5 2 3 1 6 3 7 1 2 4 8 5 9 Page 10 Tuesday, December 9, 2014 production@sherbrookerecord.com The Record CELEBRITY CIPHER by Luis Campos Celebrity Cipher cryptograms are created from quotations by famous people, past and present.Each letter in the cipher stands for another “DX, CZRH’A ZRYYPMEM’ B R M , HZEA EA TRL.H AEBYAXM; SNAH WEKKEMU, KXM’H ZRMU NY, HZEA EA MRMOD ORLHCLEUZH." — MRMOD ORLHCLEUZH Previous Solution; “I have less to do with 'The Simpsons' every season but I stick my nose in .making sure the show has a soul."— Matt Greening TODAY'S CLUE: gsienbe± Kit n’ Carlyle kitncarlyJe@comcast.net www.CoComics.com Distributed by Universal Uclick for UFS Herman SPRAY ^AJAiTS 12-9 HERMAN