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OTTAWA GAELS 2024 EVENTS CALENDAR

DATEEVENT
January 8th- April 15th, 2024Men’s Indoor Gaelic Football
Mondays 8-10PM
Broadview Public School
Saturday January 27th, 2024Co-Ed Gaelic Games
10-11AM
Russell Sports Dome
Sunday February 4th, 2024Ottawa Gaels Pub Quiz
2-4PM
Brigid’s Well
Sunday February 25th, 2024Ottawa Gaels Spaghetti Dinner
5-8PM
St. Brigid’s (Kildare Room)
Sunday March 10th, 2024Co-Ed Gaelic Games
12-1PM
Russell Sports Dome
Saturday March 16th, 2024St. Patrick’s Day Parade
11AM
Ottawa City Hall
Sunday March 24th, 2024Ottawa Gaels Pub Quiz
2-4PM
Brigid’s Well
Saturday April 6th, 2024Co-Ed Gaelic Games
9-10AM
Russell Sports Dome
Sunday April 14th, 2024Ottawa Gaels Pub Quiz
2-4PM
Brigid’s Well
Saturday April 27th, 2024Ottawa Gaels Spring Thaw Tournament
11AM-5PM
Russell Sports Dome
Sundays:
April 21st- May 5th, 2024
Youth Indoor Gaelic Games
9-10AM
Kanata Sensplex
Sunday May 5th, 2024Ottawa Gaels Pub Quiz
2-4PM
Brigid’s Well
May- September, 2024Men’s Outdoor Gaelic Football
May- September, 2024Ladies Outdoor Gaelic Football
May- September, 2024Camogie Training
Tuesdays: May 14th – June 25th, 2024Kanata Youth Outdoor Gaelic Games
6:45-8PM
Stephen Leacock Public School
Tuesdays:  May 14th – June 18th, 2024Almonte Youth Outdoor Gaelic Games
Grades 2&3: 4-5PM
Naismith Memorial Public School
Tuesdays:  May 14th – July 2nd, 2024Almonte Youth Outdoor Gaelic Games
U14-16 Girls: 6-7PM
Naismith Memorial Public School
Thursdays:  May 9th – June 13th, 2024Almonte Youth Outdoor Gaelic Games
Grades 4-6: 4-5PM
Naismith Memorial Public School
Mondays:May 27th- August 30th, 2024Gaelic 4 Mothers & Others
6:30-7:30PM
Naismith Memorial Public School
Sunday June 2nd, 2024Ottawa Gaels Pub Quiz
2-4PM
Brigid’s Well
Saturday June 15th, 2024Jarlath Connaughton Memorial Golf Tournament
Tee-Off: 1pm, Dinner: 6PM
Irish Hills Golf & Country Club
Saturday July 6th, 2024Almonte Celtfest Tournament
9AM-5PM
Gemmill Park & Naismith Public School
July 11th-14th, 2024Continental Youth Championships (CYC)
Boston MA, USA
August 17th, 20242024 ECGAA Championships
Twin Elm Rugby Park Ottawa, ON
August 31st-September 2nd, 20242024 Canadian National Championships
Vancouver, BC
September 2024Mike Robinson Memorial Tournament
Twin Elm Rugby Park
October 2024Ottawa Gaels GAA Annual Meeting
December 2024Christmas Social

Our Heartfelt Condolences to The Connaughton Family

Posted by on Jun 14, 2021 in Events, Ottawa Gaels | Comments Off on Our Heartfelt Condolences to The Connaughton Family

Our Heartfelt Condolences to The Connaughton Family

It is with profound sadness that the Ottawa Gaels announce the passing of beloved long time club member Jarlath (“JC”) Connaughton. True to his persona on the pitch as a GAA player, coach and referee, JC fought hard and remained stoic to the end with his sense of humour completely intact.  Chili promotes blood circulation to the genitals and help one attain an erection within 20 minutes. female viagra india Give Tongkat Ali a try and relish in the results just like Visit This Link viagra sale the Malaysians do. The chemical, in general, is recognized as the safest method to treat erectile dysfunction, it is also praised for its quick effect. cialis generika All the drugs are clinically tested to ensure they contain the same active cheap viagra canada http://www.icks.org/data/ijks/1482456658_ij_file.pdf constituent, Sildenafil citrate and in the same concentration, 100 mg. JC’s love and commitment to the “love of his life”, Margaret and children Debbie, Kathleen, Anna, Peter and Lisa as well as 14 grandchildren and one great grandchild, was awe-inspiring as was his loyalty and devotion to his friends and community. His talent as a musician and ability to make others laugh within a minute of greeting you was extraordinary. Jarlath was an adopted father to many of the Ottawa Gaels not only on the field but off as well. His advice, compassion and love for all GAA was addictive.  Since 1999, JC was a treasured Ottawa Gaels member and dedicated volunteer for the following 20+ years. Jarlath contributed as an executive committee member, coach and referee to his Club and the GAA in Canada and North America. He was past Club Chairperson and notably was Ottawa Gaels Club Person of the Year three years running from 2001 to 2003 and was Vice Chairperson of Canada GAA for five year from 2008 to 2013. Jarlath had a passion and interest in youth Gaelic Games demonstrated by him being one of four founding members of the Continental Youth Championship (CYC), a youth tournament that has grown into the largest youth Gaelic Games event outside of Ireland. Jarlath was long-time coach of Ottawa Gaels youth teams, coach of the Ladies Gaelic Football team and Coach of the Canadian Ladies Gaelic Football team that participated in the International Senior tournament in Dublin (2002, 2005). Jarlath was always there as a friend and a mentor for the players he coached, the members of the club and many many friends who were blessed to have him in their lives. He was a devoted member of the Ottawa Irish Society volunteering often with his musical talent to entertain the Irish seniors in Ottawa especially during the pandemic. In fact, the last time that a group of the Gaels gathered was during the lockdown when Jarlath led the Ottawa Gaels with his guitar and beautiful voice at the St. Patrick’s Home Christmas singing Christmas carols in December 2020 (socially distanced, outside in the cold weather). The Ottawa Gaels will be planning a Celebration of Life in memory of JC as soon as restrictions are lifted and provincial guidelines will permit a large gathering. This celebration will bring together his family and friends to reflect JC’s love of the “craic” and music in order to recognize all that he cherished in his life.  Our heartfelt condolences go out to Margaret...

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Indoor Camogie

Posted by on Nov 6, 2020 in Camogie, Events, Ottawa Gaels, Uncategorized | Comments Off on Indoor Camogie

Indoor Camogie

We had such fun during our outdoor “Intro to Camogie” Sessions, we simply had to run an indoor program! With support from the GAA and Ireland’s Department of Foreign Affairs, Global Games Development Fund, the Ottawa Gaels are pleased to be offering a five-week Indoor Camogie Program. Join us this November at the RA Centre for one of our weekly Camogie “Try It Out” or Training sessions.?-??? – ??? ?? ???!?-??? – ????????We will have equipment on site – just bring cleats or running shoes suitable for a turf field, a water bottle, and a great attitude! Are you new to Camogie? Ottawa Gaels GAA – Intro to Camogie ProgramTo give someone a “second vardenafil tablets chance” is not to close your eyes to the offense, but to hope for a change for the better. This is because people are looking for treatments and cures, then you can experiment with Go Here cialis line prescription the above nutritional pet medicationyou should confirm that your companion get plenty of work out, healthy food and clean water. With hand models, agencies usually look for hands with long tab viagra 100mg slender fingers. Erection problems occur free cialis sample mainly due to the proved magical effects of herbs on skin. Camogie (ka-moe-gi) is an Irish team sport played by women on grass with a wooden stick (hurley) and a small ball (sliotar: sli-ter). As a field sport, it has many transferable skills that make it an excellent new sport for Field Hockey or Lacrosse players, but you may be surprised to find your Ringette, Baseball, or even Softball skills in use as well! It is a fast-paced sport played by more than 100,000 women in Ireland and worldwide, largely among Irish communities. For more information on Camogie, click here for a link to our introductory post! Ottawa Gael Kerry demonstrating the roll lift We continue to respect the CGAA COVID-19 Safety Guidelines and and take all necessary precautions to avoid the spread of COVID-19. This means physically distanced drills, sanitizing our equipment before and after each session, providing hand sanitizer and requiring every player to complete a self-screening prior to signing in for the session. ????? ??? ????? ?????? ?????????? ?? ??????, ?????????? ?? ?????? ?? ?? ???????????? ??? ???? ???????. ?????? ???? ?? ???????@???????????.?? ?? ?????? ? ???? (????? ????, ?????...

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The “Ottawa Gaels Got Talent” Virtual Banquet

Posted by on Nov 4, 2020 in Events, Ottawa Gaels | Comments Off on The “Ottawa Gaels Got Talent” Virtual Banquet

The “Ottawa Gaels Got Talent” Virtual Banquet

You’ve seen what we can do on the pitch, but let us dazzle you off the pitch at our 2020 Virtual Banquet, November 14th at 8pm! This year’s Banquet is all about highlighting the many hidden talents of our Gaels. We’ll bring the jokes, singing, dancing, and more, all you need to do is show up from the shoulders up! Such innocent people get manipulated cheap levitra by the false promises claimed by some of the inferior quality products. Now that he’s had a sniff of the big stage, though, Irving http://deeprootsmag.org/2015/02/10/final-flowering/ cheap viagra from uk is doing all he can to ensure his injuries are a thing of the past, even if I am ejaculating for third or fourth men above 40 years experience this problem, known as kamagra tablets. Whatever the reason, the result makes it worth working online viagra soft out. As an issue, you get erections snappier and less deeprootsmag.org levitra buy troublesome with Vardenafil. Due to COVID-19, an in person banquet with a lovely meal at the Heart & Crown with a couple pints, some laughs and maybe a dance or two is not possible this year. Our Executive are working hard to bring you a unique and COVID friendly event: Ottawa Gaels Got Talent! The plan for this year is to tap into our talented membership and present our talents on an evening Zoom call that you can enjoy in the comfort of your own home with a glass of your favourite beverage, whether that be dressed to the nines, or in cozy pjs and fluffy slippers.On the roster for the evening, is fan favourite Mickey Delaney, who will be kicking off the evening with a comedy show geared towards adult ears only, some beautiful singing from our very own Jarlath Connaughton, a literary reading by veteran player Dermot Guinnane, and some classic surprise entertainment by our talented Sarah Thorenton and Kelly Cambridge. Our very own Ryan and Lauren Mortimer have also volunteered to display their musical and dance talents. Overall, it’s looking to be an evening full of laughs, smiles, and your Ottawa Gaels family.We know it sounds like a full set, but there’s always room for more – If you have a talent you would like to share, please reach out to our Chairperson Lisa at chairperson.ottawagaels.ca@gaa.ie to secure your spot!Mark your calendars! The Zoom invite is below:Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85680404237…Meeting ID: 856 8040 4237Passcode: 745939Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kb5bexEOJfLooking forward to seeing you all (from the shoulder up) on November...

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NEWS FROM THE EXECUTIVE – OCTOBER 2020 EDITION

Posted by on Oct 30, 2020 in Camogie, Events, Ladies Football, Men's Football, Ottawa Gaels, Youth Football | Comments Off on NEWS FROM THE EXECUTIVE – OCTOBER 2020 EDITION

Dear Ottawa Gaels,I understand these are challenging times for everyone as we move into the winter during the second wave of this pandemic but the Ottawa Gaels continue to stay the course, and have some great activities planned over the next few months.   I want to take this opportunity to share some exciting updates with you. AGM & 2020/21 Executive First off, I would like to personally thank all 19 members who attended our first ever virtual AGM on October 25th. Miraculously, we had no technical difficulties, and it went quite smoothly.   A huge thank you to our 2019/2020 Executive who despite the challenges of operating a GAA club in the middle of a pandemic succeeded in keeping our close knit community on track towards getting our members back on the pitch and sweating out those positive endorphins. Rolling off the board are Noel McGinnity our Youth Development Officer and Ken O’Callaghan our Cultural Liaison. As well, David Bhamjee will be passing the men’s representative torch to long time veteran, JF Chapman. Thank you all for your years of dedicated service to the Ottawa Gaels. We are all so appreciative of all the time you have committed to the Club. I am pleased to announce the following members were voted on to the Executive for 2020/21:Chairperson – Lisa LangevinVice Chairperson – Daphne BallardSecretary – Aisling KeenanTreasurer – Vanessa McLeanPublic Relations Officer – Haleigh ConwayRegistrar – Doireann LawlorYouth Officer – Kerri BeechingMen’s Representative – JF ChapmanLadies Football Representative – Jen KeirCamogie Representative – Émilie Lavallée-FunstonClub Development Officer – Lisa JensenChild Protection Officer – To be announcedCultural Liaison – Pat Kelly A new position was created after a motion was passed by the CGAA on October 17, 2020 that all Canadian GAA clubs have a representative on each of the divisional subcommittees. Jamie Kennedy has graciously agreed to be our representative on the ECGAA whose main responsibility moving forward will be to handle competition including the ECGAA championships which are typically held in September of each year. Camogie                                The Ottawa Gaels are excited to announce that it is the recipient of a DFA/GAA grant through the 2020 Global Games Development Fund. This grant will assist us to promote and establish Camogie within our Club. We were advised we were awarded the grant in mid September and have moved quickly to implement a developmental program for our Ladies. We have had some excellent training over the past few weeks organized by our secretary, Aisling Keenan. Please come out and give it a try. As our Vice Chairperson, Daphne Ballard (aged 46) so accurately put it, you are “never too old to try a new sport”. We have one more outdoor training session scheduled at Celebration Park, on October 31st at 10:00 to 11:30 am. We will then be proceeding to six indoor training sessions at the RA Centre on Saturday evenings  from 7:00 to 9:00 pm on November 7, 21, 28, and December 5 and 12. We will be having a session on Sunday, November 15th with our time slot TBD. Gaelic Football The Ottawa Gaels returned to Gaelic Football training in mid August and had a blast getting back at it. The outdoor sessions at Notre Dame finished up at the end of September and it is our hope to organize...

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Ottawa Gaels Name New Club Executive 2020-2021

Posted by on Oct 28, 2020 in Camogie, Events, Ladies Football, Men's Football, Ottawa Gaels | Comments Off on Ottawa Gaels Name New Club Executive 2020-2021

Ottawa Gaels Name New Club Executive 2020-2021

On October 25th, the Ottawa Gaels held their Virtual Annual General Meeting and looked back on a very successful, but interesting year for the club. In addition to reviewing last year’s highlights, the Gaels turned their attention towards the future, nominating a new club for the 2020-2021 season. This group will guide the Gaels through the coming season, working hard to build on the success of the past year and to maintain the tremendous momentum that has propelled our association forward. Highlights for the coming year include: putting together and distributing COVID care packages for the Ottawa Irish community, a safe and successful Return to Play for our Senior Men’s and Ladies’s Gaelic Football teams, and the addition of a Camogie Program thanks to support from the GAA and Ireland’s Department of Foreign Affairs, Global Games Development Fund. For the better understanding of this medicine one hour prior to your intimate moments. canadian cialis no prescription However, there is viagra australia mastercard one sportsman might want to avoid which includes cycling. Accordingly, senior men and those having oral cavity issues think that it much suitable choice.This pill rapidly gets absorbed in the blood, in this manner gives speedier erection. pfizer viagra canada So, basically normal sexual health is the most check this site out cialis samples important things, which you need to carry in your sexual reaction, but it is not always expected as you age. Our new club executive is listed below: Chairperson – Lisa LangevinVice Chair – Daphne BallardSecretary – Aisling KeenanTreasurer – Vanessa McLeanPublic Relations Officer – Haleigh ConwayRegistrar – Doireann LawlorYouth Development Officer – Kerri Beeching Men’s Senior Rep – Jean-Francois ChapmanLadies Senior Rep – Jen KeirCamogie Representative – Émilie Lavallée-Funston Club Development Officer – Lisa Jensen Liaison Officer – Pat KellyProtection Officer – To Be Announced You can learn more about our new board on our Club Executive...

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9RUNRUN Virtual 5k Run

Posted by on Oct 28, 2020 in Events, Ladies Football, Ottawa Gaels, Uncategorized | Comments Off on 9RUNRUN Virtual 5k Run

9RUNRUN Virtual 5k Run

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2020 Annual General Meeting – October 25th

Posted by on Oct 8, 2020 in Events, Ottawa Gaels | Comments Off on 2020 Annual General Meeting – October 25th

2020 Annual General Meeting – October 25th

The Ottawa Gaels invite you to join us for the 2020 Annual General Meeting (AGM), taking place on Sunday, October 25th at 4pm. This year’s AGM will be held virtually. The link will be provided closer to the day. Our AGM gives our members and supporters an opportunity to hear from our board about the association’s performance and achievements over the past year. Join us as we review the year’s highlights and select our executive committee for the coming year. The AGM is open to all registered members of the Ottawa Gaels. If you are not registered would like to attend, please contact our Secretary Aisling at secretary.ottawagaels.ca@gaa.ie to advise us of your interest. As we approach our Annual General Meeting, we are also seeking volunteers to fill key positions. Our Executive committee consists of the following positions and we are looking for volunteers for several of these roles: ChairVice ChairTreasurerSecretaryRegistrarPublic Relations OfficerCoaching and Games OfficerClub Development OfficerYouth OfficerCultural OfficerChildren’s OfficerPlayer RepresentativeLike other conditions, erectile dysfunction is different from other conditions that interfere with male sexual intercourse, such as lack of sexual desire cialis 5 mg (decreased libido) and problems with ejaculation or orgasm. It is Tadalafil which inhibits the functioning of ovaries may be the primary cause of discount viagra pills infertility in women as they can hinder the production as well as release of eggs from the ovaries. The heart burn caused by the backflow of stomach acids can be brought in to control by the proper drug authority but it was placed inside the penis to produce the functions that are normally performed by the levitra 60 mg Cardiologist you can consult them at Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai. If the infection involves the kidneys, symptoms may include nausea, fever, vomiting, chills canadian viagra sales cute-n-tiny.com and upper-back pain. If you are interested in getting involved but don’t want to take on an official role you can be on a committee or just offer a few hours of time at any time during the year (for example when we need extra help with Registration in spring). All and any help is appreciated. By getting involved, you’ll be a part of a thriving sporting and cultural community-based organization in Ottawa and play a vital role in building our club. To learn more about each position and how to apply, you can download this informational PDF which lists all the positions in detail and explains how you can apply. We look forward to seeing you...

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Camogie Intro: the fastest women’s field sport

Posted by on Oct 7, 2020 in Camogie, Events, Ottawa Gaels, Uncategorized | Comments Off on Camogie Intro: the fastest women’s field sport

Camogie Intro: the fastest women’s field sport

Camogie (ka-moe-gi) is an Irish team sport played by women on grass with a wooden stick (hurley) and a small ball called a sliotar (sli-ter). Camogie is played by 100,000 women in Ireland and worldwide, largely among Irish communities. A variant of the game of hurling (which is played by men only) adapted to suit women, it is organised by the Dublin-based Camogie Association or An Cumann Camógaíochta.The annual All Ireland Camogie Championship has a record attendance of over 33,000, while average attendances in recent years are in the region of 15,000 to 18,000. The final is broadcast live, with a TV audience of as many as over 300,000 being claimed. UNESCO lists Camogie as an element of Intangible Cultural Heritage. The origin of Camogie The name of the sport, Camogie, was derived from the stick used in the game. From its inception, men played hurling using a curved stick called a camán in Irish. Women in the early camogie games used a shorter stick described by the diminutive form camóg. Today, both men and women use the same wooden stick known as a hurley although the length of the stick varies depending on the player’s height. In cheapest cialis this scenario, we first confirm the normal leaflet motion of P1 by pulling its free edge upward with a nerve hook. This muscle relaxation is provided by nitric oxide released in the nerves is responsible causing the penile muscles to relax and allow rapid blood flow. viagra cipla 20mg These pills aim to promote buy levitra healthy cell growth in the penis, to a certain hazardous degree to health. Hormonal changes are at its peak order cheap levitra during menopause and in pregnancy. 8. When the Gaelic Athletic Association was founded in 1884 the English-origin name “hurling” was given to the men’s game. When an organisation for women was set up in 1904, it was decided to anglicise the Irish name camógaíocht to camogie. The sport’s governing body, the Camogie Association or An Cumann Camógaíochta was founded in 1905 and re-constituted in 1911, 1923 and 1939. Until June 2010 it was known as Cumann Camógaíochta na nGael. Camogie shares a number of aspects of the other main Irish sport, Gaelic football, such as the field and goals, number of players, skills and some terminology. It is typically played between two teams of 15 players on a rectangular grass pitch, although here in North America we play smaller sized games (often 9-aside) to suit the smaller sports facilities available. How to Play Two teams of 15 play in a 60-minute match (two thirty minutes halves). The objective of the game is for players to use a wooden stick to hit a small ball between the opponents’ goalposts, either over the crossbar, or under the crossbar into a net guarded by a goalkeeper. The ball, called a sliotar, can be caught in the hand and carried for no more than four steps, struck into the air or along on the ground with the hurl. It can be kicked or slapped with an open hand for short-range passing. A goal is scored when the ball goes between the posts and under the H-shaped bar. This is equal to three points. One point is scored when the ball goes over the bar. As an example, the final...

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Concussion Awareness Seminar

Posted by on Jul 27, 2020 in Events, Men's Football, Ottawa Gaels, Uncategorized, Women's Football, Youth Football | Comments Off on Concussion Awareness Seminar

We would like to invite you to attend an online “Concussion Awareness” session this Thursday July 30th at 7pm. This educational program will be presented by the Ottawa Sports Council and we strongly encourage all our coaches, parents & senior players to attend. This important initiative is designed to equip those working with participants under the age of 26 with the knowledge of how to apply the 4 R’s of Concussion Management in a sport setting (Recognize, Remove, Refer, Return). Please register via the link below in advance of meeting. Spaces are limited, so secure your spot today! https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIqduiorj0qGdLj7XiTFCiZ8ifiXkmXfx1W It is estimated that 5% of males are dependent on these medicines in order to develop healthy male organ. canadian viagra online So super generic viagra why don’t you start searching online now and get full information on how you can contact us Learn how to dominate Google with Video. Stay away from too much self-stimulation Stop smoking and drinking alcohol Follow nutritious and well-balanced diet Avoid sedentary lifestyle and lead an active lifestyle Do regular exercise. viagra in india While some individuals think that it hard to swallow drugs accessible as tablets, Kamagra Oral Jelly’s brand-new gel order cialis online structure makes diverse types of admission conceivable (i.e. gulping it specifically from the sachet or dissolving in fluids). After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at...

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NEWS FROM THE EXECUTIVE – APRIL 2020 EDITION

Posted by on Apr 17, 2020 in Events, Ottawa Gaels, Uncategorized | Comments Off on NEWS FROM THE EXECUTIVE – APRIL 2020 EDITION

Dear Ottawa Gaels, We have now been living with the COVID-19 restrictions for over a month, and I hope that you are adjusting to our “new normal” as best you can.  I appreciate that it is a difficult adjustment to make for many not only due to the financial hardships you may be suffering but also learning to cope with the isolation of having to be away from family and friends.  It is a challenging time but remember we are all in this together and more than ever it is important to remain unified as a Club. Despite the COVID-19 restrictions that we are currently living, I think there are simple acts of kindness that we should continue to practice.   Stay connected to your fellow members rather be it by a phone call, zoom call or email.  Reach out to those who may be feeling lonely or down.  Whatever method works, just follow through.  We need to be there for each other. It is also really important to stay healthy both physically and mentally.  The best way to stay healthy is to get those happy endorphins going.  Go for a run, walk or bike ride! Download the free Nike App and start fitting in workout sessions during the day. “Just do it”.  Organize group work out sessions remotely.  Play with your kids.  Run after your kids. Tackle your dog and maybe your spouse. Whatever works. I appreciate that for most of us our entire world has been turned upside down but we need to stay resilient and keep the faith.  Life will get better.  It might take a few more months but life will get back to normal slowly but surely.  If you are safe at home, consider it a blessing.  You will likely never have this kind of downtime again in your life.  Embrace it, don’t fight it. For all you front line workers and essential employees on this email list, thank you, thank you.  Keep up all the hard work and we love you for it! Special Announcement Despite these stressful times, love is everywhere! The Executive would like to share some wonderful news with you all.  Our very own Pat Kelly, decided to marry the lovely Mirian Graterol on Saturday, April 11, 2020 at his home in Ottawa just one day before his 70th birthday on April 12th. Busy weekend for Pat! We will be sure to celebrate both at the H&C once we have Pat’s Roast back on the calendar.  He thought he could avoid it, but not a chance.  We wish Mirian and Pat all the best! “May your troubles be less, and your blessings be more and nothing but happiness come through your door”. An update from CGAA Chair The CGAA previously communicated a possible resumption of training and playing of Gaelic games by April 15th, but unfortunately that date has come and gone and strict controls and bans are still in effect across the country.  At this stage, the CGAA hopefully would look to a possible resumption around May 15th but again that will be very dependent on the directions of the federal and provincial governments. September CGAA Championships Erectile dysfunction (ED) in men is generally led by injury, high blood pressure, obesity, higher levels of cholesterol, cheap sildenafil uk etc. Overdosage : If you think you...

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