I believe in miracles and if you would like proof of one, here it is: I have successfully kept a house plant alive for three years and five months. Yep. Hold your applause.
Opinion
Lively election races in northern Wellington in 1954
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Six pumpkins
“What about the big one?” my boy queried. It was an innocent enough question when mention was…
Stuffing
I can’t believe it’s already Thanksgiving weekend. I’m not complaining though, I’m excited.
To continue, to go on
On a trip to Markham last week, emergency vehicles with flashing lights lined each overpass on Highway 407. Surely there couldn’t be an incident one after the other we thought.
Movie critic
The Carpenter loves watching movies with me. He really does. You can’t imagine how much.
Some lively contests in 1954 municipal elections
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Mosborough engineer was considered best in Canada
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Grace
I was late to work on Monday because I was attending the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. I am glad I made time to pay my respects. And yes, I wore black to work.
Mental wellness in farming communities
In June 2021, the Suicide Awareness Council Wellington Dufferin had a working group that partnered with farmers to create a magazine called Grounded (https://sacwd.ca/content/working-groups/grounded_v3_final_revised_small.pdf).
Back to normal – sort of
The Highland Games, fall fairs and packed public events – it seems like things are back to normal.
Great sadness
It was only two-and-a-bit months ago that county council shared a toast to the Queen.