RIP Craig Smith
One of the biggest radio fans this country has known died this week. …
Personal Life
Tykes on Bikes
I wanted to peek into the window of a new furniture store in town so that’s what we did. But something looked a little strange. The beautiful layout was marred by an overturned lamp. That’s when I noticed a side window was smashed in and there was broken glass all over the pavement. …
Stepping Stones: The Sequel
The caution tape is down and the refurbished steps are finished. And while they’re quite okay, they didn’t turn out the way the product promised they would. …
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The Real Nadrofsky!
My Aunt Alice found one photo that includes the previously mentioned vehicle known as Nadrofsky. …
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The Grandpa Simpson Syndrome
Abe Simpson is a crusty ol’ cartoon Grandpa who’s known for saying things like, ‘I don’t like the look of those teenagers!” …
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Stepping Stones
This will probably become a House Proud column at some point but for now it’s a work in progress. …
As Quick as a Finger Snap
Last night over dinner with friends, talk turned to bees. …
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Must See TV
At a dinner gathering at our friends’ place last night we got talking about television. One of the gang is anticipating a work/life/commute change and she’s excited about actually watching TV shows as they happen. Of course, that’s no longer necessary in these days of PVRs and “on demand” television channels. But it brought me back to the days of ‘appointment tv’. …
Garage Update – August 6th
The push is on to get the garage enclosed by Labour Day.  However, the availability of buddies to help has diminished in recent weeks and most of the latest efforts have been the result of a one-man labour force. …
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