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All Psyched Up: Planning for the unplanned
By Linda Hancock on April 27th, 2024
This week, despite the arm injuries from my escalator accident, I got spring fever and decided to get the patio ready for outdoor living. Washing all the patio furniture and ornaments was probably pushing it a bit too far but I got it done. Fortunately, my monthly cleaner had enough time to wash the deck. ... Read More »
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By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on April 26th, 2024
It’s a question on the minds of most Americans, and others too. Biden is 81 and Trump 77. Are they sufficiently health of body and mind to be President? Neither candidate has agreed to a comprehensive and transparent assessment of their mental health. But their state of mind is important, particularly now, when Putin is ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: We must take care of our Earth, and we can do so in beautiful ways
By Patty Rooks on April 20th, 2024
Earth Day is fast approaching (April 22) and this is a great time to remember that we only have one Earth and it needs to last for MANY more years, so we all need to take a part in protecting it. This week’s activity will not only help us celebrate Earth Day but also help ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: The Isle of Iona
By Pastor Roland Weisbrot on April 20th, 2024
I recently had the privilege of taking a trip to the beautiful country of Scotland. Part of what inspired the trip was a genealogical connection. However, a much deeper inspiration for the trip came from personal interest in an ancient branch of Western Christianity known as Celtic Christianity (unfortunately, I do not have the space ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Ego
By Linda Hancock on April 20th, 2024
Last week I attended an online course on Radical Self-Compassion with presenter Dr. Tara Brach. One of the interesting concepts she introduced involved imagining a circle with a horizontal line across the middle. The top part of the circle represents all the things that we consciously present to the world. The bottom part of the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Grow more for less – create bountiful garden without breaking bank
By Genevieve Mathieu on April 19th, 2024
This year, many of us will be looking to the vegetable garden to save money on groceries. To avoid growing a $64 dollar tomato, we wanted to share some ideas to help you grow more for less. Reuse potting mix New potting mix is best for starting seeds as previously used mix may contain fungi ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: The forever formula for good health and longevity
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on April 19th, 2024
Readers often ask me what it takes to reach 100. My answer is always the same. Good genes. Good luck. And a lifetime of good choices about my health. “What about your daily regimen of high dose vitamin C and lysine?” That’s right, I say. It’s my forever formula for health and longevity. I’ve recommended ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eye on the Esplanade: Why volunteer?
By Joanne Ellis on April 18th, 2024
In the words of the Greek philosopher Aristotle, “What is the essence of Life? To serve others and to do good.” These timeless words echo the profound benefits of volunteering that experts have recognized. But what exactly makes volunteering such a worthwhile endeavour? First and foremost, volunteering offers a long list of physical and mental ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Disappointments
By Linda Hancock on April 13th, 2024
We all have had hopes and dreams at times that did not come true, leaving us with sadness and disillusionment. I remember some wise words of Kate Hammett-Vaughan, Juno award nominee who was giving me voice lessons in Vancouver a few years ago. She said, “We are never disappointed unless we have expectations. How true! ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: The gospel as a hockey card
By Scott Raible on April 13th, 2024
Ray Bourque, Lanny McDonald, Wayne Gretzky, the Hartford Whalers, the Quebec Nordiques. Some of my favourite memories are in the early 80s when I would run with excitement to meet with my friends and trade our latest hockey cards. Covered in the powder of the stale hard piece of gum that came with each pack, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Mysteries of science are the most fun to share with youth
By Patty Rooks on April 13th, 2024
Nothing gets me more excited than when I can go out into the community and share my love of science with others. Unfortunately, it happens less these days, but when I am doing science with youth in the community, I love to bring some of my most puzzling activities with me. It is wonderful to ... Read More »
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