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are faster and more vicious than the usual ones. I’ve had them attack my ears directly as they feast in clouds which has necessitated a change in outdoor attire until further notice.

Back in 1973-5, the East Indian doctor my wife worked for used this word, and we–university educated types– chuckled, only knowing of the common word “bother”. Many years later, I noticed that Oxford recorded the word as an informal, but … Continue reading →

The 25th anniversary Commemorative Edition (only 6,500 made) ever released on DVD or Blu-Ray is the only way to see the complete trilogy in chronological order with missing scenes and a documentary “The Godfather: A Look Inside” added. I re-watched … Continue reading →

The Canadian Museum of History has recorded 800 of its pieces went mysteriously missing over a 10 year period. They have re-found 5 since reporting the 800. Worth reporting? Big hairy deal!

can harm or kill their own children. Imagination and empathy are necessary parental traits to anticipate potential dangerous situations and influences. Kids these days cannot be left without some degree of parental supervision and watchfulness.

as “to-er”, as I have heard other Canadians pronouncing the word since 1955 until the last few years when “tore” somehow crept into use confuting things unnecessarily.

Arthritis and a shoulder injury force her to leave performing on the road.What a run from 1963 to 2023! 60 amazing years of live performing, activism, and songwriting. One of Canada’s top folk singers and songwriters. We’ve seen her live … Continue reading →