Anglicans and other mainline church preachers seek new ways to share the Gospel in uncertain times “My word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it.” (ISA 55:11-12) In Christian circles historically, the Word of... Continue Reading →
John Yates was mad about baseball. Having lived much of his working life in Ontario he was one of many loyal fans who would make the trek down to Florida each February for Blue Jays spring training camp. He later moved to Sooke BC where we met in the early 1990s. From our house just... Continue Reading →
Juno is a well known dog blogger. She has been absent from these pages for a bit. But she's back, with more energy, and opinion, than ever. The illustration above says it all. Should I, must I, incorporate AI analysis to improve my experience of chasing balls at the famed Peach Orchard Dog Park, not... 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 →
Four-year-old Labradoodle Juno is a well-known dog-blogger who lives with his MaPaw and PaPaw in Summerland BC. This is such a good news story. Writing in the Vernon Morning (and other Black Press papers) Star Brennan Phillips shares a harrowing canine adventure story: “Over the hills and 100 km away, dog ‘flees’ U.S. and is... Continue Reading →
Labradoodle Juno is a popular dog-blogger living in Summerland BC with her MaPaw and PaPaw, Ken and Kathie Gray “What was your name again?” Juno asked. “Yogi.” “That’s an unusual name. Reminds me of Yogi Bear, you know, Yellowstone Park and all that—don’t burn the forest down—a Saturday morning cartoon character.” “No I am not... Continue Reading →
“My name is Ken.” “Hi Ken.” “I am a Blue Jays fan.” “Well that sucks.” It sure does, these days at least. According to Gregor Chisholm of the Toronto Star, “This (past week) was supposed to be a statement week for the Jays. Instead, it might be the week they gave the Rangers a second... Continue Reading →
Take Note - Reflections on life, music, politics, retirement and more by Ken Gray 