Growing Through Grief: Worry
I have spent a large amount of my time in my life worrying. Before I lost Blaine I worried about my kids, my job, my health and anything and everything else.
Letter: Government treats citizens like fools
The federal government treats citizens like fools. This April Fools' Day, citizens will be fooled into paying more carbon tax to fund another bureaucracy…
Check It Out: Freedom of speech enables citizens to stand against injustice
I have no idea who penned this quote, but it’s worth sharing: “If you want to make everyone happy, don’t be a leader. Sell ice cream.”
Easter Message: Clearview Community Church
The Easter season is a time for both contemplation and celebration. In the days leading up to Easter we contemplate the road that Jesus walked in obedience…
Pop 89: What to Tolerate
Recently, I heard a remark about “those small towns and their ancient feuds.” The remark reinforces the notion that rural folk hold grudges…
Check It Out: The family is the future
This funny message posted on social media seemed appropriate for my topic. It said: Last night the internet stopped working so I spent a few hours with my family.
Pop 89: What Exactly Do We Mean?
As a self-proclaimed “forensic etymologist,” I am always interested to see how words enter, morph and exit from our vocabulary.
Check It Out: Entrepreneurs who love to give
I saw a baker's apron with the words “Your opinion was not in my recipe” printed on it. Those words may resonate with two bakers who started a business…
Pop 89: A Change in Circumstance
If the laws of science and nature describe how things have been observed to behave under certain circumstances, then a miracle could be described…
Check It Out: Worst assault on freedom of expression in Canadian history
How do you know China has free speech? Because no one says otherwise. And how do you know Canada has free speech?
Small towns, big dreams
It’s hard to believe it’s coming on 20 years since I first fell in love with the West, but in two more years that’s exactly what it will be.
Letter: Political opinions should be expressed responsibly and with respect
It is sad to see the disregard for public decency displayed by a vulgar flag prominently flown on the edge of the hamlet of Plato, alongside the municipal road.