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The Homo 8 Country is published three times a year by the Federated Womens institutes of Ontario (FWIOI Home E} Connirg Missmn Statement The Ham 8 Country is a Vital communiv cations tool of the Federated Women's Institutes of Ontario iFWiO) that informs and Inspires W| members and their affili- ates it provides educational material that cultivates more knowledgeable and respon- sible Citizens and promotes good family life skills, leadership development and commu- nity action, Editor lanine Roelens«Grant Graphics Big Footprints, Cambridge Copy Editor Lynn Lodge Deadlines: Fall Issue â€" August 1 Winter Issue â€" December i Please address all correspondence to lanine Roelensâ€"Grant Editor. Home 8 Country FWEO 7382 Wellington Road 30 RR 5.6uelph ON NIH 612 Editor‘s Email. roelensgrantfi‘wightman (a FWIO Email fwio®sentex net FWIO Website www fwio on ca Copyright © FWIO 2004 Copyrighted material, including graphics, may be reproduced as long is it remains in context, its source is recognized and it is not used for monetary gain. To reprint copy- righted material under any circumstances. contact the Editor. ISSN â€" 0701-578X Printed on recyclable paper by Signal-Star Publishing, Goderich, Ontario Publications Mail Agreement No‘ -40036820 Return undeliverable Canadian addresses to: FWlO 7382 Wellington Road 30 RR 5 Guelph ON NlH 6l2 Email fwio@sentex.net gfiLetters Dear Wi Members What is more important than educa- tion? We can be taught right from wrong when we are very young and it stays with us throughout our lives. During my school days. the Bible was read. the 3 Rs were taught and disci- pline was practised. Recently, we have been learning about food safety and food handling practices, especially in regard to thoroughly washing our hands before and after handling raw meat and fresh vegetables, Education is certainly the key, We need to pause for a moment in our busy lives and appreciate the many things we take for granted, especially such things as education, food, homes and the friendship of our Women's institute sisters. ROSE â€" rural Ontario sharing education - is truly what the Women's institute is all about. The most important thing it emulates is friendship and education, What an opportunity for friends to learn more about crafts. gardening, history. or any number of topics. Never let the brain idle; always keep thinking and learning The ROSE Program is helping to do iust that and to focus FWiO's edu- cational and membership efforts. Remember. the power of knowledge and the value of education can never be measured. Helen Rath Harrietsviiie Wi, Middlesex East London Area Note: Helen Ruth is a remarkable lady. At 97 years of age, she still drives her own car and lives in her own home. She rarely misses a W] meeting unless driving conditions are not favourable. Helen recently hosted a WI meeting where she served homemade rhubarb pie and presented a program on education. Norma Shachelton. Secreiary-Treasurer: Ha rrietsville WI 921035 “’“‘fir_fl_~n Dear Editor; lust a brief note to let you know what a fantastic experience i had at the Associated Country Women of the World (ACWW) Conference in March After meeting many of the other Canadian delegates l was so im- pressed with their commitment to the goals of this larger group. And what a group it was â€" 640 women from 41 countries! Attending a conference of this mag, nitude and scope, as well as being in Australia forthe first time, will forever remain a highlight in my life. i am so glad i ioined the Navan Women's Institute when l retired and am now af- filiated with such community-minded. dedicated women from across Canada and from around the world, . Our Branch corresponds with a group from Arno Bay in South Australia and i went to meet them. It was like meet» ing old friends. What a beautiful day they planned for my husband and me We left there with a warm and thankful heart. it was a wonderful time. i iust wish we weren‘t so far away! Sincerely, Sheila Minoque-Calver Navan WI. Russell, Eastern Area Give the Gift of Membership Have you run out of ideas for gifts for guest speakers or family and friends? Why not give the gift of a Women's institute membership. Some Branch- es have given gift memberships to prominent community members as a way of recognizing their contribution. Gift memberships are available for both Associate and Branch memberâ€" ships and can be purchased from th FWIO Provincial Office. a Call 5l9-836-3078 or email fwio@sentex.net "EL/award