The other day I was looking for product reviews for an item I wanted to buy. I found a couple of video reviews on this product to watch. But I was so frustrated once the […]
I recently learned of the death of someone I used to volunteer with in a historical group some years ago – Roger. Roger was the de-facto chair, treasurer, and keeper of the peace in this […]
It is that time of year again. The time when the sports fan in me takes a deep dive into the pit of despair. To wallow in the pool of woe that is cheering for […]
The ability to communicate clearly and effectively is not that difficult. Many people can do this well. Being able to communicate well does not mean being the most eloquent of speakers, rather that what you […]
Canada’s electoral system has remained largely unchanged since the dawn of Confederation. The last significant improvement made to voting was when women were enfranchised over 100 years ago. That added eligible voters, but did not […]
I am easily annoyed. Call it an occupational hazard or a character enhancement – regardless, I cannot help it. I try not to be annoyed by things or people – some days are less successful […]
If there is one thing that could be done to improve how athletics development happens in Canada, it would be to end pay-to-play in sports. This is something that European sports clubs – and depending […]
It should be no surprise to any reader out there I am a fan of the printed word. Newspapers, magazines, books – pretty much anything where inked stained plates have left an imprint on paper […]
There was a rather indignant tone from one of my co-workers the other day. “You mean you’re not writing a column about Valentine’s Day Phil?” My initial reply was no, followed by a comment on […]
I was talking to a friend the other day who said he was having issues renovating his home. I emphasized. I know all too well what it’s like to try to do something when certain […]
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