I never should have picked it up. I never should have opened it. But I couldn’t resist. Surely this was a sign. It wanted my attention. Who was I to refuse?
Columns
News from the Mapleton Township area in 1982, 1932
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Rake
Easter was always one of my favourite times as a child and I cherish those sentimental memories now, because as an adult, the Easter Bunny and his traditions are less adorable.
Superior Barn Equipment played ‘David’ to Beatty ‘Goliath’
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Grown
I’ve found the news from the Ukraine hard to handle, much less process. I’ve woken up with the guilt that I live a good life and my family is safe in a country free of war. Canadians take so much for granted.
Farm equipment a major Guelph industry in early 20th century
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Bye winter
Hey winter, can we talk?
Big Red
Don’t tell the Carpenter, but my boyfriend is back.
Wellington’s farm implement industry evolved slowly
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Threes
The Carpenter is not okay. The Seattle Seahawks have traded star quarterback Russell Wilson to the Denver Broncos.
Empathy strain: time to renew your energy?
Health care providers work within a dynamic of caring relationships involving compassion and…
Fergus post office opened in 1836 with McQueen as postmaster
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Words
I’m dedicating this column to the man who always has my back, my partner in life, the Carpenter. And yes, this will be mushy. Prepare yourself accordingly.
News from the Mapleton Township area in 1901, 1902
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
1954 Erin liquor vote had some unusual wrinkles
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…