REMEMBERING WHEN: The birthday disaster
Birthdays are an exciting time for little kids. A child’s anticipation for their birthday party ranks right up there with Christmas and Halloween…
Check It Out: Canada’s unbelievable and embarrassing decision
A comedian once said the five stars on China’s flag represent how they rate themselves for human rights violations.
Living and dying with dignity
Nothing in life is more certain than death, yet many of us are reluctant to talk about it. Now is not the time to avoid this conversation.
Giving you a break with zero tax on gas
Since the Iran war began over a month ago, global oil prices have surged, leading to gas prices rising by 35 per cent across Canada. While the war explains the sudden rise in prices around the world…
Just A Gal From Glidden: Dad’s go-cart flew
The surest sign winter was over on our farm wasn’t the calendar. It was the day Dad hauled the go-cart out of the barn. He built it during Easter break in 1970…
Check It Out: Forgiving those who put trash in our baskets
Kids are often mini versions of their parents. When my kids were growing up, one of them looked at a childhood photo of his friend’s dad and said, “Wow! Your dad looked just like you!…
Conservatives deliver major win for Canadian farmers
Following months of relentless advocacy from Conservatives and provincial partners, the Liberal government has backed down on its refusal to approve the emergency use of strychnine.
Just A Gal From Glidden: If that cat could talk, the stories he’d tell …
Before I ever wrote a column, we had a cat who thought he could. Marmaduke was my favourite. A big orange-and-white tabby with more personality than most people.
REMEMBERING WHEN: Enjoy your laurels in the now
With the Canadian Hockey League (CHL) major junior playoffs upon us, I feel this issue should be addressed. Before the Ontario Hockey League Brampton Battalion moved to North Bay in 2015…
Check It Out: Love cannot be censored
I’ve heard that growing old is like software updates: every time something improves, another thing crashes. A dear friend of mine recently celebrated her 100th birthday.
Stepping into the ring for Canadian workers
As many of you know, I recently visited our neighbours to the south to fight for Canadian workers and businesses as part of my plan to make Canada stronger at home…
April Fools! Meet the team that puts together your local newspaper
Say hello to younger versions of the team that puts together your local newspaper.
Just a Gal from Glidden: Right on time again
There are some things you don’t realize you’ve missed until they come back. Last week, Bev Klaassen stopped into my office, and she was genuinely excited.
Pop 89: Happy Waves arrive in the midst of a life turned upside down
Good morning, world. It’s been awhile since we talked. I believe my last Pop89 column was a continuation of my preparation for Lent.
