Thanks for the memories. I can’t believe it has been exactly 15 years this month I have been writing my monthly column for the Peace Arch News. I have covered an array of topics hopefully relevant to seniors of our … Continued
You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think. Encouraging words from Christopher Robin to his pal, Winnie the Pooh. I loved reading all of A.A. Milne’s books and I shall look forward to … Continued
Welcome to the Hotel California… You can check out any time you like but you can never leave. What baby boomer doesn’t remember the lyrics to that iconic Eagles song from the 1970’s. It was great to be young in … Continued
It’s a hot day in July and I am loving it. I know our beautiful B.C. is burning and there is so much despair in the news but I am going to concentrate on happy thoughts and pour out the … Continued
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) is marked each year on June 15. It is an official United Nations International Day acknowledging the significance of elder abuse as a public health and human rights issue. Since 2006, communities throughout the … Continued
Hurry up and wait! That’s what it feels like as I sit here patiently waiting for my turn to get the much anticipated COVID-19 vaccine. Alas, as a younger Zoomer, I am too old for one and too young for … Continued
Happy New Year! With 2020 now a haunting memory, we can look forward to 2021 when hopefully we will witness the end of this wretched pandemic and receive a much-awaited shot in the arm. Literally. As in vaccines. But until … Continued
I’m rich! Well not exactly, but I am $300 tax-free richer thanks to the Federal Government. Finally the Feds, who have been handing out money (our money!) to Canadians during the pandemic like Halloween candy, are paying some attention to … Continued
It is fitting I am writing this column on Thanksgiving. Sated from a heaping plateful of moist turkey, stuffing, and a plethora of veggies, I am thankful for so many things. Did I mention the pumpkin pie and whipped cream? … 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