Several years ago this column carried an account of an air crash in Eramosa Township during…
Opinion
Economic reality might help to refocus those who have become too self indulgent
Evidence of self-indulgence is becoming more apparent all the time. This is a trait that is…
Examples on four legs
Ever had a horse hug you? Personally, I’ve been stepped on by a horse, kicked at by a horse…
It’s here
Yes Sir. And all other characters before, aft’ and in between; spring is here. I have just…
Seat of my pants
Now that I work from home I spend a lot of time alone. I like it. I also enjoy frequent walks,…
Misleading claims offering health, beauty and brand new lifestyles
Almost like the snake oil salesman of yesteryear, food companies want to claim that their products…
Grass is greener
Bees do it. Birds do it. Rabbits never stop doing it. You know what I’m talking about. You…
Spectre of war
The ghost of war rarely reaches out and lays a cold hand on my shoulder; however I often see him…
Change is needed
As I sit here prettily poised with nimble fingers gently tapping my computer keyboard, the digital…
Fergus widow horrified at empty grave of her husband
Scattered through the 19th century history of Ontario are tales of bodies disappearing or being…
Stores are destocking as consumers delay their purchasing
One of the great surprises of the last few years has been the so-called “destocking” by…
Try in vein
Everybody is afraid of something. My Mom is terrified of insects. My father is afraid of dentists.…
Prominent Fergus citizens fought in 1883 bar room brawl
Hotel bar rooms in the 19th century normally were quiet and orderly places. Governments…
Schooling versus learning
Northrop Frye said, “We must reject that most dismal and fatuous notion that education is the…
Mommyhood Day
The decision to become a mother wasn’t one I recall consciously making, at least not…