The writ has been dropped and once again Canadians will hopefully vote in another Federal election on October 21st. Guest columnist Ramona Kaptyn, CARP White Rock Surrey chapter president, shares her thoughts: ‘Can’t help myself – I’m a political junkie. … Continued
All the lonely people, where do they all belong? The Beatles wrote about loneliness when they penned the words to Eleanor Rigby so many years ago. Today, it seems that loneliness has taken on a life of its own and … Continued
I am always amazed at the beauty of Alberta, specifically Waterton Lake National Park, with breathtaking views, nestled in the Rocky Mountains. At the same time, I am stunned by the natural splendor of Glacier National Park in Montana with … Continued
Waste not, want not. In other words, if you use a commodity or resource carefully and without extravagance, you will never be in need. This proverb was drilled into us as we materialistically acquired our possessions in our youth. More, … Continued
By 2050, plastic in the oceans will outweigh fish. This latest prediction comes from a report from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, in partnership with the World Economic Forum. What a depressing thought. And last week, representatives of 132 governments around the world released a United Nations … Continued
“Drinking wine is just a part of life, like eating food.” Who could argue with one of the best filmmakers of the twentieth century, Francis Ford Coppola? Who would dare argue with an Italian who created the movie The … Continued
Love is patient. Love is kind. Biblical words seen on a billboard in Arizona which reminds us of the real meaning of love as we celebrate another Valentine’s Day. By the time you read this column, Valentine’s Day will have … Continued
It’s snowing in Newfoundland. In fact, they have had a monstrous blizzard recently with record-breaking snowfall. It made the national news. Why, you ask, as inclement weather in Eastern Canada is hardly newsworthy. But when you see people picking up … Continued
And then a hero comes along With the strength to carry on… I would like to believe this, Mariah Carey, as the world needs more heroes. This month has seen us mourn hundreds of thousands of military heroes. The ones … Continued
We don’t need no education We don’t need no thought control No dark sarcasm in the classroom Teachers leave them kids alone! Although Pink Floyd hadn’t yet written these lyrics when I was in high school, the song Another Brick … Continued