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Show I'lSTAH RASIN' STAST)APH.O..r CATTLE Continued from page 1 mother unable to continue caring for him. In May of that year Nell's husband, Charles passed away. When the Ashmores came to Utah for the funeral Nell made a Continued fror page INDUSTRY u I told them to just leave him here, Nell said, adding that Nikki was pay ing a great deal for day care in Las Vegas, and she had just been left completely alone. Joseph was a toddler at the time. Since then Nell said, "He was my love for all those years. I loved him like my own. It was a happy work. Weve had our ups and downs of course. He had his ornery traits --but we had a thing-if- we argued we'd have to hug." Because there were no children around Nell's loka property to play with Nell enrolled Joseph in Head Start preschool and through the years has traveled into town each Saturday morning to pick up a school chum who'd spend the day with "Joe." Nell cared for her around the dock, year in andyear out. He was enrolled in kindergarten and she'd put him on the school bus in the morning, and return in the afternoon to pick him up. With little family amend and a few "good friends," she mans fed well. As to the future, Nell said she isn't worried. She knows that what is meant to be will be. Until then, she'll keep in touch and keep busy. great-grands- Keeping Memories Alive "Patty was a good horsewoman," Carol Dibarto la, said, her memories of her daughter collected and enfolded into a warm picture. There are photos of an eternally young 24 year-olPerfect smile, bright eyes, a beauty. "She had ridden lots ofhorses it was a high spirited hone," Carol continues on as she relates the tragedy of her Pattys death after being thnwrn from her mount. Danielle, then vaguely remembers the incident in Hanna.Palty had swung her preschooler to safety into a bush to break her faU, but her young mother toppled seconds later sustaining seven head trauma. "I knew something was wrong, but I didnt know whatDanielle recalls, curled up in a rediner. Not a spitting image of her late mother, but nevertheless a strong resemblance ofPat ty, a blend of features inherited as well from her father, Danny Dee, of Long Beach, California, who left Patty a widow and Danielle fatherless when he died ofa heart at tack at 36 years of age. Danielles memories of her father leas than her mother. She an even relies on family members from both sides ofthe family to provide information while she memorises details in familiar photos. It was all such a long time ago, 14 yean since Grandma and Grandpa Dibartoli took her to their bouse to live and as grandparent caregivers became a family. "We just continued Pattys ambition, Carol said, noting that she and Phil moved to Tabiona from California after Phil retired. They were building a cabin when Patty decided to move to Utah as well to raise her daughter. The Dibartolas never dreamed that they would ftilfil Pattys earnest de-sithat if anything should ever hap-her, that they would can for Shortly after Pattys tragic death the Dibartolas petitioned for legal guardianship over Danielle, which was granted. One of My Kids Starting over again, after raising five children of their own provided moro advantages than disadvantages, Phil said. "1 was able to spend moro time with her for one thing, I wasnt borne very much with our own. I'm very much sorry about that." "We wen together a lot at the cabin, then wasntanyoneelsearound then. We did a lot of things together that you wish you could have done with your own kids but couldnt, like go out to lunch," Carol interjected. "We were older, more mat uro, considerably moro affluent, Phil said. After graduating high school as a junior Danielle has recently taken an apartment in Vernal and has entered her second year of college courses. As a hill --time student majoring in Family and Human Development the parentingshe received from her grandparents has given her "profound insights," she said. "The most important issue is trust They wen always good about giving me my independence and freedom, as long as they knew where 1 was. I could tell them anything knowing that they loved me know mailer what" Danielle admits she was not s perfect child and on occasion discipline was met out, however, there was an atmosphere of "mutual respect in their home. "I feel the same way about her as one of my kids, as much as any one of the others. 1 was grandmother to her and mother. Carol said, who disclosed that she worked to maintain her relationship as a grandparent to her other grandchildren as she was mothering Danielle. Ifthere were jealousies, they were not prevalent in the family and Danielles nearest cousins Andieaand Meghan from Vernal are counted as close friends and confidants. Since Danielle left home she realises what in important role her grand-parent-a filled as loving csregiven. "They made it easy, spoiled me rotten. I didnt realise how AiuchUiry sacrificed 1 didn't know unUl I moved out... Grandma geUaphune call every day. Carol said that she and Phil have summed up their experience -continuing Tatty's ambition by raising Dametle- - with four simple words, Its been a joy. n, Copy Page! rv GRAND PARENTS Kto 2!I0- - 1 cost of winter feed, said Gene Ostler, aRoosevelt realtor and cattleman who 18. with her grandparents, Philand NOW ON HER after the Carol Dibartola who raised her from the time she was a death their of tragic daughter, Patty. toU. er NEW RULING Continued from page I be at the top rtf' her paper. This also prevents us from poslingquality work on the bulletin board with their name on it, Taylor said. Although the ruling came about because of pooracademkperformance and the humiliation born with it, Taylor said she sees the "flip aide, hurting outstandingacademic performance." Every classroom will bo affected Attrydesaid,pointingoul that the ait teacher. Shell Abeggien can no longer post a student's art work with their name or grade on it. "1 hope this is pursued in a higher d court. Ita a really precedent, Attiyde said. Students cannot collaborate and do group work. Research has shown that they do their best in work groups, where they art able to achieve a higher level of thinking, Taylor said. Before the ruling, teachers wen also allowed use a student aid to correct simple objective assignmentsand testa, anything "subjective," would bs graded by the teacher. This practice freed-u-p teachers for instruction tima and preparation of lesson plana and activities. Without aids teachers will lose precious time. "It takes away from the timel have to plan lessons, to teach. It means gradingpapeis duringdase. It means 111 be grading papers when 1 should be preparing next weeks lessons, Taylor said. "This isn't an issue of teachers getting out of work, Attryde interjected. Under the new law teachers can still use aid however, each parent must sign a permission clip allowing students aids to grade their child's papers. Not wanting to lose their aids moat teachers have rushed toaendout the permission slips, Attryda and Tayfortsid. "Everyone is upset This is not a change for the better, Tsylor announced, adding that the fears quality teachers will be lost, with yet another demand to "teach mote, with leas tools and resources." John Aland, Duchesne County School District superintendent said that alaw firm in Salt Lake City which n re presents the State Principal's notified him of the 10th Circuit ruling with the recommendation that he warn principals to educate their teachers concerning the matter. Aland met with district principals short-sighte- Asso-cislio- Sept. 18 to discuss the issue (keeping student grades anonymous and parental permission required to uae student aids. Weve been given our marching orders on that ... everyone should know," Aland reported. While teachers may hope the ruling will be reversed on appeal in the future, . its something that both and Taylor know will change the wy they teach in the classroom. Attry-J- serves as second in the Utah Cattlemen's Association. The issue of winter feed could cause a glut on the market as more farmers and ranchers unload herds, he noted. "Hsy prices are going up because we had a drought. A lot of people are holding on to see where price peak. I've asked people to sell me hay and they won't even give me a price. It's just sad to see that we've suffered through all the low cattle prices to hold on and now theres a drought to go through. said Ostler. marIt's definitely a ket. Last year hay price hovered around the $60 to $65 range per ton. This year one hay producer in Duchesne County said he's sold a few ton for $100. And he aaid a lot of sellers are hangingonto their hay in anticipation that prices will climb even higher should the area be in for a heavy winter, as predicted. In the interim, cattle producers are stiU enjoying near record prices for their cattle, said Ostler. "After a slide in the demand forbeef it has turned the corner and its going back hay-selle- rs 20-ye- up. DEPRESSION Continued from page 1 as to what depression is and how common it is and how people dont actually realise when they are depressed." Dmithit said. Participants will have "help afterward, Douthit explained, saying that they will be given a list of referrals, which will include the names of local professionals who provide counseling. It will be up to the individual to follow up in making appointments for treatment. Signs of depression include feelings of sadness, loss of pleasure in familiar activities, feelings of hopelessness, helplessness and worthlessness, changes in sleep and appetite, loss of energy, restlessness, and thoughts of death or suicide. Manic depression sufferers, considered severely depressed includes feelings of euphoria and or agitation. Depression is a aerious condition because it interfere with the normal physiological processes of the body. For instance, when sleep is interrupted the brain cannot produce the chemicals that give people a sense of well being. Depwssioncenalaoceusealack of appetite which in turn deplete the body of normal functions. As these conditions worsen the sufterer'e perspective and judgement skills become hampered. .Douthit said that times of "life . changes"csn bring on (k'prcwicn. such as adolescence, anniversaries, a loved onea death, or retirement when productivity may faU. Therapists also see depression creep in during times of severe health problems. "Where ever there is anxiety and stress depression can follow," Douthit said. There is also a biological hnk to the ailment, which often runs in families. Depression can be effectively treated with counseling and medication which will put brain chemistry back on track. Exercise, eating right, getting required sleep and participating in "non stressful social situations will also help folks pull out. -- -- OLD NEWS-- A 1948 issue of the Roosevelt Standard was used as insulation in this building ow ned by Ev a Harrison, Inch pros cs that new papers arent just for reading. Did you know? led by Millard County, followed by Box Elder, Iron, Cache, Sanpete, and Duchesne coun- was the "number Rich was the leading county one producer of oats in the ties. in other hay production, folstate, followed by Uintah, lowed by Duchesne, Sanpete, Cache, Emery, and Duchesne Box Elder Cache, and Utah. Box Elder County had the Alfalfa hay production was largest inventory of cattle and calves as of Jan. 1, 1999, followed by Cache, Millard, Duchesne, and Utah. counties. UWi Dept Food So-- xe by CMeryi Mecham cf "I don't think she's really dead. There are few things in life that will change ifl worry about them. But Maybe she's just in one of those deep I do never the leas. Such aa the day my comas space aliens perform once adult daughter declared, "Mom, I you've been aboard their space craft. told the boys that when you are old 1 had that happen to me once . I'd and cant take care of yourself any- only had a lew beers." Then I'd like to have by obituary more you arent going to an old folks home, you're coming to live with explain my lay out details: At the me! request of the departed. Cheryl will This is the daughter who wants six be swathed in a stunning gold taffeta. kids. tufted at the bodice and trimmed in Urn," 1 swallow hard, "but, what diamond buttons A sparkling bended if 1 want to go live in the old folks ilk hand bag will be worn at the shoulder with matching Italian mules home?" 1 timidly ask. "Don't be silly," she says, stomp- set off by a demure 2 inch heel. Serrias will be held where the ing ofT, I presumed to make an appointment to have her eggs harvested departed felt most at peace, and clos..just in ease she wants nineteen kids est to the universe and her creator at the Mrs. Cavanaugh's chocolate rather than six. Then there's the worry over my counter, Saturday at 2 p m. I think it's only four to list the obituary . 1 cant hardly stand to read those things, because they are so lack- entertainment in an obituary. Funeral oration to be presented through ing in information. 1 like details. "Passed quietly." What in the heck psychic Sondrs Brown as conveyance does that mean? I like the word died. for the late Erma Bombeck. A medley And obituaries rerely tell you what of theBeatles greatest hits to be perthe people died from. It is so lacking formed by Ringo Starr. In the event in dkail! Especially if they are young of cancellation, medley to be howled enough that you know they had to die by bereaved'! fovorite dog, Tug. of something. Old folks, well, they Then there's the life achievement just run outaf gas. but there should be stuff, which should be axed out of erule that if you're under 99 yean eveiy obituary. 1 want the meat, sod , oU. a reason for death must be clearly it can all be summed up in one para- -. slated. Im sure our state legisla- graph anyway; "Chevy! was been m -tures are workingoo some sort oflaw New York, didn't suy too long, came West and wished for more nun and about this right now. Mins will read. Cheryl Mecham less wind. Couldn't grow a flower. died by electrocution due to Dying a She thought everyoneabould be nice, kite in an electrical storm. Now that didnt always measure up, swore too provides detail. But you see that still much, loved dogs and horse, hated leaves you hanging. The date and cats. Did what mattered when it time of death should be given and it mattered. Was glad to be around for would be even better if their were time." In conclusion. 1 think the very last reactions from innocent bystanders. "I heard she was naked. sentence of an obituary should be "She owed me a hundred dollars. advice, written by the living and kept Well, I guess Im not goons be seeing on file. It would be a little "aee you it now." later" message for the bereaved. Mine "No comment! You people never would say, "Learn how to cook, it's say what 1 said the way 1 said it! time. You're not going to quote me." if cv'ijfe enf Agricultural prices Prices received by Utah formers and ranchers during were down from August price for barley, other hay. and alfalfa hay. according to the I'uh Agricultural Statistics Service. Barley. at 11.61 per bushel, was 20 cents lower than the previous month's price and 3 cents lower than last year. Bait'd slfslfshsv was $52.00 per ton. a $2.00 decrease from last month but up $ ft) from last year. Other hsy, si $51 00 per ton, was 12.00 lower than last month but 113.00 above September 1999. The lamb price for August 2000 was $S3.bO per cwt. the same as July 2000 but up S 10 00 from September of last year The August 2000 sheep price, at $24 00 was $7.00 less than July 2000 and the same as September of last year. er ROOSEVEL One Show Sundi) 7:30 tRtaXKft n (UJfillSJlS aaHtfSad? HofraJess? mi WAY as, dMl 7;.i0p.m.&9:20p.m. n 273 uU0h Lost Interest in Things? li aI V - AjO-'- .i sii.l Q 7:25p.m.&9;20p.m. National Depression Screening Day can help you find the way back. Take a free, anonymous depression screening test and talk with a mental health professional. October 5, 2000 1 V. BurtRcvnokls 0:00 AM to 1 2:00 NOON and 6:00 to 8:00 PM Sponsored by: Northeastern Counseling Center & Screening Site: Uintah Basin Medical Center Classroom For more information contact: Kartn Doutht at (435) 722-285- 5 The Crew TG-13- " One Shew Onfy UBMC V ii W til MOVIE Information Can 722-209- 5 |