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Are you letting someone else’s loaded bar prevent you from lifting what you’re capable of? A friend of mine told me a story that I didn’t fully appreciate in its entirety until right now...

The Cowsills’ 1968 single “Hair” based on the musical of the same name always makes me laugh every time I hear it.

In the Canadian wilderness, several animals strike fear into those who come across them – bears (all bears – black, brown, polar, grizzly), snakes, coyotes, cougars and moose.

For those of you who have read my columns over the years, you’ll likely recall that I am an avid fan of professional wrestling.

Mark 1:17 says, “Jesus called out to them, ‘Come, follow me, and I will show you how to fish for people!’”

A friend of mine seemed to realize that I needed some happiness/humour in my life. He sensed correctly and sent me the following “feel-good message.”

As a journalist at a community newspaper, you get the opportunity to interact with several people in the community.

I’m not sure what context American writer Melissa Febos was referencing when I came across the above quote recently, but it certainly fit the bill for the subject of this week’s column.

Ontario boasts a picturesque landscape with a wide range of elements from rolling hills and waterfronts to diverse croplands, endless horizons, and everything in between. Especially in the summer season, it is easier for us to get out and enjoy everything the outdoors has to offer. There are plenty

We’ve all experienced those moments where you feel like your life suddenly flashes before your eyes.

Looking back at newspaper archives has become a bit of a habit for myself. Particularly, I have enjoyed learning about the people who used to call this area home.

Are you a contented person? What I mean by that is, does your soul have peace? Do you have an assurance that there is another who has your best interests in mind and will provide for you?