“It’s coming on Christmas, they’re cutting down trees, their putting up reindeer and singing songs of joy and peace. I wish I had a river I could skate away on.”
Opinion
Good riddance to the captain
It has been a while since he called.
Snow tires
The day before the first snow fall, I had my winter tires put on my car by trusted professionals.
Elora and Pilkington: shifting boundaries, political power, growth in the 1800s
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Too much pride
Whenever sad tales emerge, those closest to the scene might suggest pride was a factor. And no, we aren’t talking about conceit or arrogance – it is that other pride, where people may just be too proud to ask for help.
Open Mind: Coping with loneliness
I am one of the lucky ones with neighbours, friends, acquaintances, and family that care about me.
Gentle
One month until Christmas. That time is going to fly by in the hyper holiday hurry of planning, shopping, decorating and hosting.
Railroader had a wife at each end of each train run
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Some camel
In the end it was disappointing to all involved. A committee of really awesome people, talented and…
Linen closet
I keep a running list of things I need to do – chores that I’ll get to eventually, at some point, when I have free time. Ha, ha. Free time. That’s funny.
Long distance telephone introduced in county in 1886
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Eleven
The 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month is a well-known refrain that signaled the end of the First World War.