Words that can shape one’s life

Friends. I’ve been thinking a great deal lately about language. Words, actually. I am particularly fond of how words sound. Sometimes I find myself lost in listening to others, who are speaking words from languages I could only ever dream of knowing, wondering what it is they are expressing.

A day which continues to live in infamy

As you’ve probably noted through past commentaries here on page four, I’m fascinated with the concept of historical irony. Eighty years ago this week one of the best examples of this in modern history came to pass at an American naval base in Hawaii, which at the time was likely unknown to most outs

A message from Walkerton Legion President Rose Austin

Once again, we’ve had a successful Poppy Campaign, thanks to donations from businesses and individuals and to those who took part in tagging. Our appreciation goes out to the businesses who accepted poppy boxes or decorated their store windows for remembrance, and to Maple Court for the beautiful fi

‘Love your neighbour as yourself’

If anyone comes to me and does not hate father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters—yes, even their own life—such a person cannot be my disciple – Luke 14:26

A new ‘voyage’ began on Nov. 16

If you read my columns you know that I have had a heck of a bad summer – itches, swelling, fatigue, lack of strength, shortness of breath, etc. – a royal mess!

The flag was down

You likely noticed the flag was down in front of the Walkerton Legion. It’s been a rough few weeks for our members and friends.

Help is a good thing

As we jumped into the ‘get ready for school race,’ I could see that my five-year-old son was struggling with the zipper of his jacket. At first, I let him work through it a bit. I wanted to give him the opportunity to figure it out for himself before I rushed in to help.