The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Columns
Taxed
It’s tax time. Taxes scare me.
Despite fame, Edward Johnson remembered hometown
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Meditation
I am a recent convert to the benefits of daily meditation practice.
Edward Johnson sponsored music festival in 1929
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Becoming
I know I’ve convinced you that I have it all together (pretend I have convinced you). Check marks in all the check boxes. Ducks in a row. Balanced mind. Balanced bank account. Clean floors and countertops. Career on point. Rock solid marriage. Mother of the year. A regular Susie Sunshine.
Isabella Sinclair was Elora’s first businesswoman
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Open Mind: Smiles in the mail
Have you ever received something really fun in the mail? Not the usual bills, advertisements or…
Vain
You’re so vain. You probably think this column is about you, don’t you? Don’t you? Well,…
Steele Bros. store: a Fergus institution for 84 years
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Happens
You know those mornings where you wonder if your life is actually a sitcom?
News from the Mapleton Township area in 1880, 1980
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Dishes
It is said that in romantic relationships, you should allow yourself to be vulnerable with one another. Open your heart. Establish trust and maintain honesty.
The Methodist Church in early Elora
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Lockdown love
This weekend is a perfect storm for couples: Valentine’s Day, Family Day and thus, a long weekend in what feels like an eternity – together - in lockdown.