Shared by Occupy Democrats on Facebook the inimitable Michael Moore spares no words in disparaging Trump and supporting Kamala Harris. He does his data homework, and gives me hope. Before your start, and when you finish reading, the takeaway is: “Get out and Vote, everyone” (GOTV) and encourage others to do so. Be a part... Continue Reading →
Fine thoughts from Deanne Fitzpatrick -- Deanne Fitzpatrick Studio, Amherst, Nova Scotia The other day my husband broke my favourite mug. It was a tan carved mug from a potter in British Columbia that I bought at a chocolate shop in Moncton. I always buy pottery mugs. I buy them because they are beautiful and... Continue Reading →
Gregor-Chisholm in The Toronto Star “The majority of Blue Jays fans have been saying for a while that their team isn’t good enough to contend in the American League East. The much-maligned front office might be about to come to the same conclusion. Through three months of the regular season, it has become painfully obvious... Continue Reading →
UPDATE The outcome from tonight’s meeting of Summerland Town council regarding the Peach Orchard Dog Park is very positive. The mayor explained his motion and his desire to continue to build consensus around this contentious matter. In response council while appreciating his intent disagreed. Initially concerns were expressed about the costs, historic and future if... Continue Reading →
In Finland they are called ostoskori. In New Zealand they are called trundlers. Here in Canada the shopping cart or grocery buggy rules the long and straight aisles of store parking lots. The ubiquitous emblem of homeless persons, who carry jaw-dropping heaps of life possessions along city streets, grocery store shopping carts allow shoppers to... Continue Reading →
Robert Reich, May 22, 2024 From The Guardian NEWSLETTER, from which I occasionally re-post. I support The Guardian annually and encourage others to do so. Truly independent journalism deserves our support, especially as the news and opinion media landscape is changing rapidly. It is my first choice for a paper of record though I do... Continue Reading →
Take Note - Reflections on life, music, politics, retirement and more by Ken Gray 