SALAHUB - Proud parents Wendy and Tim are thrilled to announce the birth of their very precious son, TRAVIS JAMES, born December 2, 1997 at 9:05 a.m., weighing 6 lbs. 9 ozs. He is much loved by grandparents Owen and Colleen Melrose of New Zealand and Bill and Kathy Salahub of Calgary (12/13/97).

SANDHU - Finally Devon and Shawn and Raymon are excited to announce the arrival of their little sister SERENA. She was born June 10, 1997, weighing 7 lbs. 9 ozs. Proud Dad and Mom, Sandy and Terry would liketo thank Dr. Currie and all the staff at Peter Lougheed Hospital (6/17/97).

SARAFINCHAN - Quentin and Christina are proud to announce the arrival of their daughter, ZARYA MAQUAILA, born December 4, 1997, weighing 3.318 kg, 50 cm long (7 lbs. 5 ozs., 19inches) at Foothills Hospital (12/12/97).

SCHMALTZ - Big brother Ryley, along with his parents, Rhonda and Lyle are thrilled to announce the tardy arrival of HAYLEY MARIE, born October 17, 1997 at 20:45, tipping the scale at 8 lbs. 4 ozs., and stretching out to 21 inches. Special thanks to the staff at the Foothills Hospital. Girls can do anything, Hayley! Love Mommy and Daddy (12/11/97).

SCHMALZ - David and Lori Ann's little bundle of joy, ABIGAIL KATRINA (ABBY), arrived October 14, 1997 at 3:47 p.m., 8 lbs. 6ozs., and 20inches long. Fifth grandchild for Ron and Mary Schmalz (first granddaughter!). First grandchild for Reuben and Edna Neufeld (10/19/97).

SCHMID - Big brother Brennon is happy to announce the birth of his baby sister BREA VIOLA MAUREEN on December 3, 1997 weighing 8 lbs. 1 oz. Mom and Dad (Leslie and Simon) think she's pretty neat too. Special thanks to Dr. Patricia Connick and the wonderful nurses at the Peter Lougheed Birth Centre (12/13/97).

SCHNEBERGER - Keith, Cora and big sister Bethany are proud to announce the safe arrival of ASHLEY ANNE, born on June 27, 1997 weighing in at 8 lbs, 13ozs. Special thanks to Dr. LaBrie and Dr. Lange and the wonderful nursing staff on unit 42 (7/5/97).

SCHOFF - Callen and Kathryn are pleased to announce the arrival of their first baby JEFFERY LUKAS, born on June 6, 1997, weighing 7 lbs. 12 ozs., 20 inches long. Special thanks to Dr. R. Page, nurses Gail and Sheila and the nursing staff at the Rockyview Hospital (6/22/97).

SCHREUDER - Brian and Christine (nee Steffes) and Kerst (our dog) are thrilled to announce the birth of AIDEN MICHEL, 1:01 a.m., September 2, 1997, 8 lbs 822inches long. Proud grandparents are Corry Schreuder and Michel and Monique St. Arnaud. Forever watched over from above by Donald Steffes and Willem Schreuder. Special thanks to Dr. Ralph Gurevitch and the tremendous staff in Unit 62 and Janice in Unit 64 at the Rockyview Hospital (9/6/97).

SEASONS - Mackenzie, Kevin and Kendall are thrilled to announce the birth of their brother, GRAHAM MICHAEL, on June 2, 1997, weighing 8 lbs, 13.5 ozs. Proud parents, Brenda and Chris, would like to thank Dr. Meredith Simon, nurse Alison Baker, and all the staff at the Foothills Hospital. A heartfelt thanks goes to the RFP Clinic for all their help and support (6/28/97).

SEMENIUK - A STAR IS BORN! Fred and Cheryl (nee Dulaba) were blessed by the safe arrival of their son, LIAM EDWARD KONSTANTIN, on November 4, 1997 at 10:20 a.m., weighing 7 lbs. 4ozs. Proud grandmothers are Katherine Dulaba of Vernon, B.C. and Ann Semeniuk of Victoria, B.C. Special thanks to Dr. Carolyn Lane and the caring staff at the Foothills Hospital, Units 51 and 42 (12/13/97)

SHAW - Dr. Leslie and Tara are proud to announce the arrival of NIKI TAYLAR, born on September 2, 1997 at 1:36 p.m. weighing 7lbs. and 21 inches long. Cheering the arrival is her big sister Taryn. Many thanks to Anne Braun, R.M.T. for her assistance in the delivery. Proud grandparents are Dr. E. K. Wirtz and Mr. Bill Shaw (9/12/97).

SHEARER - Marg, Bill and big sister Megan are thrilled to announce the arrival of DANIEL JAMES born December 12, 1997 weighing 5 lbs. 8 ozs. Special thanks to the NICU nursing staff at The Peter Lougheed Centre (12/17/97).

SHEFFIELD - Clint and Yvonne are pleased to announce the arrival of their son, ERIC CLINTON JOSEPH, on December 10, 1996, weighing 8 lbs. 12 ozs., at the Rockyview Hospital (6/6/97).

SIHLIS - Lennard and Gloria thank God for the miracle of their precious baby girl, SHAYLEIGH ELIZABETH, born on Friday, May 30, 1997 at 4:34 p.m. weighing 8 lbs. and measuring 20 3/4 inches. Proud grandparents are Elizabeth White of Calgary and Marie Sihlis of Sundre, Alberta. Thanks to Dr. Yee and the wonderful staff at the Peter Lougheed Hospital (6/7/97).

SIKORA - Tina and Ron are pleased to announce the birth of LUKE STEPHEN, born on May 26, 1997 at 8:47 p.m. Luke weighs 7lbs. and measuring 21inches long. Proud grandparents are Lou and Joan Sikora and George and Marilyn Gass (6/6/97).

SINCLAIR - Greg, Linda and big sister Miranda are ecstatic to announce the long awaited arrival of TABITHA MARIE. Making her debut on September 13, 1997 at 4:58 a.m., weighing 8 lbs. 3 ozs., 21 inches long. Miranda is looking forward to showing her sister the bumps, powder and trees. Tabitha is welcomed by grandparents Bob and Mary Sinclair of Red Deer and Guardian Angels, Norman and Patricia Askewe. Our heartfelt thanks go out to the Special Care Nursery of Rockyview Hospital for their wonderful care and support. Also thanks to Dr. Cornblum and Dr. Goldie and the staff of Unit 62 and 64 (10/18/97).

SKOREYKO - JOANNE (nee Hughes) and Fraser are proud to announce the birth of KAI ALEXANDER, brother for Alia, weighing 8 lbs. 14 oz., on October 5 at 3:17 p.m. Loving grandparents are Keith and Pat Hughes and George and Alaine Skoreyko. Thanks to the caring, competent staff at the foothills Hospital (10/26/97).

SKORPACK - Doug and Kati are pleased to announce the birth of their son GRAYSON LAWRENCE ROBERT, born June 12, 1997, weighing 6 lbs. 12 ozs. Proud grandparents are Ted and Susan Gould, Lynda Ross and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Special thanks to Foothills Hospital (6/26/97).

SMITH - WELCOME JULIANA! Mark and Brenda Smith, along with brother Wyatt, are proud to announce the birth of their daughter Juliana Ila-Maria, born July 10, 1997 weighing 8 lbs, 1 oz, at the Foothills Hospital (7/19/97).

SMITH - Stephen and Lee-Ann are proud to announce the arrival of EMILLY MARGARET ANNE born on August 27, 1997 at 9:30 p.m. weighing 9 lbs., 15 ozs., and 21 inches long. Cheering the arrival are happy grandparents; Gar and Sandye Discher of Coquitlam, B.C; Ted and Audrey Smith of Port Moody, B.C. and Darlene and Chuck Wright of Winfield, B.C. Proud great-grandparents; Edyth Shymkowich, Edgar Smith, Eileen Martell and Ethel and Ken Cartwright all of B.C. Special thanks to Dr. Barbara Smyth and the Nurses in Units 62 and 64 at the Rockyview Hospital (9/8/97).

SMITH - Born to Randy and Marcia another beautiful daughter, SHAE IRELAND on Saturday, October 18, 1997 at 5:00 p.m., weighing 8 lbs. 2 oz. and 20 inches long, a lifelong playmate for big sister Murphy. Proud grandparents are Charles and Georgina Smith of Kinkora, P.E.I. and George E. and Regina Murphy of Augustine Cove P.E.I, great-grandmother Catherine "Nanny" Green of Stratford P.E.I. Special thanks to Drs. Brian Hauck and Preethy Venugapal and Nurse Chris Maybe for their wonderful care while at Foothills Hospital. Also, special thanks to neighbors, friends and family for their never ending loving support during these past nine months (11/1/97).

SOEHNLEIN/SCHWAB - Peter and Susan are pleased to announce the arrival of their daughter KAITLYN CHRISTINA on June 6, 1997 at 7:44 p.m., weighing 7 lbs. 2 ozs., 20long. Thank you to the nurses on Units 51 and 42 at the Foothills Hospital. Special thanks to Drs. Galan and MacArthur (6/14/97).

SPRATT - Kathy and David proudly announce the birth of their first child JAROD JAMES, born Wed., Sept. 3, 1997 weighing 8 lbs, 7 oz. The Spratts would like to thank the staff at the Foothills for their support and kindness (9/9/97).

SPROULE - Mark and Myrtle (Nee Campbell), are thrilled to announce the arrival of MALCOLM ALISTAIR BRUCE, on Saturday June 14, 1997. At 9:58 p.m., weighing 9 lbs 1 oz. A brother for Jacqueline and Laura. Proud Grandparents are Ruth Campbell, and Bruce and Fay Sproule. Special Thanks to Dr. Moscovitz, Nurse Barb and the staff at the Rockyview (7/5/97).

STEELE - Geoff and Laurie (nee Berting) Mark, Scott and Kelly are pleased to announce the early arrival of OWEN ANDREW on August 4, 1997 at 12:12 am, weighing 5lbs, 15ozs and 18inches long. Proud grandparents Andy and Betty Berting of Calgary, Dick and Helen Steele of London, ON. Great-Grandma Frances Steele of Cambridge, ON. Thanks to the staff of Foothills Hospital (9/12/97).

STEMBENE - ROMAN. First-time parents Melina and Sam have been blessed this Christmas with the arrival of their son ROMAN BORN At 6:15 a.m. and weighing 7 lbs., on December 17, 1997. Both the Stambene and Saraceni families are thrilled to announce Roman's arrival and wish this new family much love and congratulations (12/20/97).

STEPHEN - Doug and Deanne welcomed their baby girl to the world on November 25, 1997. They named her ALIX CLAIRE. Her birth was celebrated by grandparents Bill and June Stephen and Barb and Bart Foster and aunts and uncles, Bruce, Jan, Jeff, Gary, Judy and Ron and cousins Eric, Sean, Meghan and Erin.

STEVENSON - Charlene and Charlie, along with big brother Dylan, are proud to announce the arrival of TRAVIS RILEY born November 18, 1997 at 1:17 p.m., weighing 8 lbs., 4 ozs. and 20inches (11/22/97).

STRAND - Mark, Leanne and big brother Evan, are delighted to announce the arrival of SHAYNE MARIE ELENE, on October 4, 1997, 6:44 p.m. weighing 9 lbs. 1 ozs., and 21 inches long. Proud grandparents are Dale and Joyce Pollock and Bill and Cheryl Strand. Special thanks to Dr. Farvolden and the exceptional maternity staff at the Foothills Hospital (10/18/97).

STRANG - Deb and Tom and big brother Kyle are thrilled to announce the early but safe arrival of CAMERON DOUGLAS, born on June 11, 1997 at 8:03 p.m. weighing 5 lbs. 5 ozs. and measuring 19 inches long. Proud grandparents Ivy and Bob Robinson of Brantford, Ontario; also aunts, uncles and cousins, also of Brantford, Ontario. Special thanks again to Dr. M.J. Walsh and to the nursing staff at the Rockyview Hospital (6/18/97).

SUTHERLAND - Sue and Jamie are thrilled to announce the arrival of CORY JAMES born September 4, 1997 at 6:51 am weighing 6lbs, 2 oz. Special thanks to the caring and professional staff at the Foothills Hospital (9/10/97).

SWANCAR - Neal and Lisa are thrilled to announce the arrival of their second daughter, HAYLEY ALEXANDRA, a sister for Vanessa, born November 17, 1997 at 7:37 a.m., weighing 8 lbs, 2 ozs, 22 inches long (11/22/97).

SWANSON - Darryl and Lil and big brother Matt wish to announce the arrival of NICOLE MARIE, on September 1, 1997, weighing 7 lbs. 12 ozs. Born at the Peter Lougheed Hospital (10/18/97).