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Open Mind:Practicing gratitude
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed how we live, work, and connect. What may have felt like a novelty nine months ago has now become isolating, boring and mundane.
Christmas spirit
It took two weeks to decorate our Christmas tree. Two weeks. The beautiful lush fir tree stood straight and firm in the corner of the living room in its sand pail, patiently waiting for its holiday dressing, but I couldn’t do it.
Arthur’s Christmas Poultry Fair started in 1915
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Positive vs. negative
My kids and family have heard this line a thousand times, maybe more: Everybody has a contribution…
Hey Santa
Santa, I am writing to you because I know this year I won’t be allowed to see you in person to…
Roads dominated first years of Wellington County council
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
He’s making a list…
In normal years, I wouldn’t have to do this. Santa Claus, with an army of elves at this disposal,…
Creative Christmas celebrations
With the prospect of a grim Christmas facing families compelled to forgo traditional gatherings due to the intrusion of a global pandemic, it’s heartening to see how many local residents, service groups and other organizations have stepped up to brighten the season.
Size medium
One of the best things to come of this mucked up merry season is that it has really brought forth the luxury of staying home for the holidays, of shopping local and being grateful for where I live.
Wellington District government frustrated in 1840s
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Sacrifices today could save lives tomorrow
“If you don’t think that COVID’s real right now, you’re an idiot.”
A Wellington Christmas Carol
There’s always time to turn it around, until of course, it is entirely too late. That was almost…