No one was more surprised than Linda Booth, when she received the phone call on Valentine’s Day, saying-she had won $3,812.50 in the Valentine’s LVH 50/50 cash draw. She said, ”I was in disbelief and shocked!” Linda often buys tickets, never expecting to win but supporting so many worthy causes […]
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When Winnipeg Blue Bombers legends Kenny Ploen and Gerry James died last week — on the same day yet! — it moved me to re-visit their dominant team from 60-plus years ago. This is, after all, a “Distant” Replays. It’s widely acknowledged the greatest Canadian Football League team is the […]
Back in 2012 when I took my shot at fishing professional bass tournaments in the U.S. I really had no idea what to expect or where it would take me. It was something that I had dreamed about since I was a kid so when I got the opportunity, I […]
Part two of this column of unusual plants for the shade garden, includes descriptions on how to grow Jack-in-the-pulpit and the lady slipper. Although a little less common and available in nurseries than trilliums, I strongly encourage you to try either of these plants if you can find them. Jack-in-the-Pulpit […]
We couldn’t ask for better weather for Family Day! A great day to get outside. I expected to be on my way to Toronto for the Beef Farmers of Ontario AGM. My boyfriend / partner ended up not feeling good and ended up in the hospital. They are planning on […]
I heard a new term the other day describing families between the ages of 40 and 65 who are supporting both a young adult at home and their senior parents. They are called the sandwich generation, and it is growing in numbers. This group is often the primary caregivers to […]
From back in 2014 I recall this tale of learning to cook that came to light over a few pitchers of margaritas while overlooking a sunset on a Florida Beach. “It’s simply chemistry. No challenge,” explained one young wit in response to his mother’s inquiry as to why he never […]
I recently listened to an archived interview of Eleanor Wachtel of CBC Radio speaking to Philip Roth, on an episode of Writers and Company that aired in 2009. I knew of Philip Roth, as his writing won just about every American literary award there is, including the Pulitzer Prize for […]
Greek lemon soup, known as Avgolemono, is a classic and comforting dish that holds a special place in Greek culinary traditions. My version of this velvety soup is a harmonious blend of chicken broth, tender rice, and a unique lemon-egg mixture that imparts a delightful citrusy flavour and creamy texture. […]
The first time I saw Bud Poile, he was a forward and head coach of the Edmonton Flyers in the Western Hockey League, twin jobs he handled for the last two-plus seasons of his playing career. His brother Don was on the team and I recall regularly mixing them up. […]
One of the aspects of my job that I often overlook is all of the preparation involved to get ready to head out on the road for the fishing season. Getting to travel across the U.S. to compete on the Bassmaster Elite Series is the dream job for me. I […]
I am always seeking unusual plant species and varieties. Even with the many two plant species already in my garden, I never stop searching for the rare and unusual to add. Unfortunately, some of those plants always don’t survive my conditions (soil and/or growing zone) but I at least I […]
