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Show Friday, February Timely news, columns, Today VUilCCllllilg IUC CU11U1C. By LEANNE HOFFMANN few-year- s own body. The problem wasn't my ability to keep up or the physical exertion required. It was the teacher. I didn't enjoy his style at all. In fact, I resented feeling like 1 must attend his classes in order to get my aerobics excercise. However, the time was right, the price was right and it was convenient. I convinced myself that my dissatisfaction was simply the aerobic-workou-t price I had to pay to get an three times a week. Except for a few disgruntled comments to my roommate, I kicked in silence. The teacher was tall, hrown and beautiful. He was also extremely difficult to follow. But many did follow perhaps because of this. lift v Leanne Hoffmann Staff Writer It was like he had no planned movement (when you could see him at all from the crowded gym floor!. He was jerky, used very few variations and rested frequently through the limited 2a or so minutes of aerobics. 1 felt like I was running in place for hall the time period. Of course I noticed his classes were packed, and accepted the fact that many people must like his methods. That was fine. To each his own. However, my ire was ignited earlier this week when I got io the spa and found a huge group ot aerobic groupies standing immobile outside the door ot the gym. "He's not working here anymore." one girl told me when questioned, it makes me so mad. There's a petition going around if "ou want to sign it." She didn't know why he wasn't te; ching anymore, and I feel fairly secure in saying she didn't care why. She was just angry. I guess she had a right to feel a loss after all she really enjoyed his classes. I discovered later that he'd been teaching there for years. He had a following. That was also okay. I'm sure he earned it in his own way. The disappointment so many of them felt wasn't such a negative thing in itself. What bothered me was their blind devotion, ignorance as to why a change had occurred, total lack of flexibility mo pun intended) and their unwillingness to adjust or even give the new instructor a chance, let alone a fair shake, again no pun intended i. Over halt the class regulars, didn't even stay to see what the new aerobics instructor was like. 1 won't blow it out of proportion any more than to say it was a little scary that people are such sheep. was also enraged at those who did stay and stood at the Iront of the class, in obvious disgust, practically immobile during the first tew warm-uminutes with the 1 - Page Steffens, Chapman Open House Tonight immensely. No. they weren't as highly energized. Anil no. I didn't get as good a workout on my legs. But. her exercises seemed more varied for a complete workout. She worked the arms much more thoroughly and at the end of the class, my pulse was as high or higher, and I felt invigorated. Although I've talked about each individual teacher's method, the real issue isn't which teacher was best. In their own way. they both suited the needs ot some oi their students but not all of them What really bothers me is the reaction of those they taught. There seems to be a time, a place and a basis for loyalty, but the spa really doesn't lit this category. Participants, by their very rudeness, were an instructor. This was inappropriate. A teacher, whether at the spa or on a college campus, should not be . put up to ridicule before a The couple Springville. Michelle Steffens, daughter of and Mrs. Ross Steffens. Springville. married Chris Chapman, grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Dean Gardner. Springville. January 14 at the home of the bride. Mr. An open house will honor the couple tonight from p.m. at the Springville Stake House. The event is open to all friends and are living in 9 at IS jr relatives Bridal attendants are Lori e Strong. Camille Steffens and Steffens. Su-zi- g Best man is Winnie Thompson Jesse Chapman and Brent Chapman as attendants. The bride graduated from Springville High and LDS Seminary. She is employed in Provo. with fan-trial- will concede that it However. most people would display that same type of fervor with a little less ignorance in defending some of the more important issues of life, we all would be a little better off. 1 The bridegroom graduated from Springville High. employed in Provo. He is Mr. and Mrs. Chris Chapman (Michelle Steffens) p Then, to further humiliate her. they walked out. There were also s some rude comments and loud in the process. However, by the end of the class, there wasn't anyone in there who didn't get a good workout, because she knew what she was doing. I had attended three ot her classes prior to this and had enjoyed them gut-law- IHTR0DUCII1G THE GRADUATING CLASS FROM STANDARD OPTICAL. Retarded Sister Needs Love Dear Ann Landers: I am one of six sisters. Five of us are married and have grandchildren. We all have our own homes. The sixth sister, Marion, is slightly retarded and epileptic. She lives in an apartment and takes care of herself I see Marion once or twice a month and talk to her on the telephone two or three times a week. Another sister sends her money regularly and calls her once a month. She has not seen Marion for five years. Another sister calls her three or four times a year. The other two sisters have not seen or talked to her for at least 20 years. When I tell them how lonely Marion is and how much she would love to see them they all say. "We have families of our own." When Mom was dying she asked, "What is going to happen to Marion?'' I said. "Don't worry. Momma. I will always take care of her." My sisters have reminded me that I was the one who made the promise. I've told them I was not asking them to take care of Marion, just that they go see her once or twice a year. I am writing this because I invited Marion over on her birthday and she had a bad seizure. It broke my heart to know that no one cares what happens to her. I'm afraid her sisters think they are too high-clas- to be involved s with someone who has nothing. What can I do to open their Sad Sister (New Yorki eyes? Dear Sad: Send them each a copy of this column. I doubt that it will change anything, but you will have the satisfaction of knowing you laid it on the line. Dear Ann Landers: You missed the mark when you answered the divorced mother of tour whose live-iwould not marry her unless her tubal ligation could be reversed. Surely she should realize that if the man cannot look upon her four children as his own. he is a very poor candidate for the demanding role of stepparent. She ought to drop him like a ho', potato. It has been that the percentage of child abusers is much higher among stepfathers than biological fathers. His attitude makes him a prime candidate. Another consideration; Why did she wait until the relationship be- n set out to have an It was I who picked YOl". My marriage had turned sour. Your gentle manner, your grace and charm caught my eye. I admired your kindness to others, your ready laughter, your total unselfishness and your priceless sense oi humor. As we became better acquainted you showed an enormous amount ot character and intelligence. Your judgment was sound, you broadened my horizons, stretched my thinking, made me wiser, more patient and less judgmental. We tell in love but 1 was not being fair to you and I knew it. I could never be divorced and we both knew that. too. When you decided we must part it nearly killed me. Again you were the strong one. You didn't Ann Landers came serious before she told him she was sterile? It's one of the first things I'd mention if I thought the guy was even slighth marriagIf a man is looking e-minded. for a baby lactory, I'd want him to know early on to look elsewhere. 1 am open to being a foster parent or adopting. To me. a child is a child is a child and I would love any child no matter whose Cares About genes are involved. Kids Dear C.A.K.: Well said. Thanks for your thoughtful comments. Dear Ann Landers: I have sent you four chain letters to bring you good luck. 1 asked you to let me know each time) that you received my letter and followed the instructions. My name and address was on every envelope. So tar. no J L. In word from you Why? Ogden. llah Dear J: 1 never read chain letters. They go right into the waste-baskeNo letter is answered unless it is accompanied by a stamped envelope. Dear Ann Landers: I II bet you were deluged with letters from women who recounted their al fairs some who with married men were angry because they felt used, some who were bitter because they had wasted so many years and still others who cherished the beautiful memories and had no regrets. This letter will be different. It's from a married man. Your readers should know it is not only the woman who suffers. What follows is to my darling. I hope you will print it. still get misty-eyeour favorite songs. Is that old inexpensive, hollow entrance door having a tough time keeping let out Old Man Winter alone other intruders? You can replace that door with a beautiful, Peachtree metal door from Standard Builders. Come in today for the increased value, comfort and security of your home! d when When ,1 1 1 Provo Orem Dear W.C.M.: Your letter could have been written by men on both coasts and dozens of cities in between. Thanks for sharing. 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How foolish to believe that it is only the woman w ho suffers. This married man will never get over the great love ot his life that came along too late. I am sure there are others like me. West (.'oast Memories 1 A BEAUTY! n:': h for success lias never been more From the shine on your shoes to the part in your hair. Including the style of your eyewear. That's why Menrad has created the (irad-uatin- Dressing affair with me. 1 Jl BUILDERS SUPPLY 1480 N. STATE PROVO 373-106- SUGAR HOUSE 278-284- 6 484-878- 6 1033 E HOLLADAY 2100 SO 4700 HIGHLAND DR FASHION PLACE 268-060- 6 155 , 6100 SO. OREM OGDEN WEST VALLEY 621-635- 966-138- 8 225-775- 0 0 703 SOUTH 3354 HARRISON BLVD. 3581 SO. MARKET ' 3 i 1 E 13 - Iv features and social issues Loyalfy Has Its Time and Place Herald Staff Writer The aerobics surge of a ago is still on the rampage. At first, I thought aerobics was so popular because people want to be fit. But a recent experience at one of the local health spas has led me to believe that's not the case at all. Periodically, I attend an aerobics class there. Although I'm not a real connoisseur of fine aerobics, 1 have attended quite a few classes and know some of the fundamentals and goals of an aerobic workout. For tour montns I have gone to this aerobics class and suffered my way through. And I mean suffered. Although I'm not in great shape. I'm not a slob. I've been involved in sports most of my life, am strong for a woman and know my THE HERALD. Provo. Utah, 21, 1986 ' STATE |
