Easter Message: Clearview Community Church
The Easter season is a time for both contemplation and celebration. In the days leading up to Easter we contemplate the road that Jesus walked in obedience…
Pop 89: What to Tolerate
Recently, I heard a remark about “those small towns and their ancient feuds.” The remark reinforces the notion that rural folk hold grudges…
Check It Out: The family is the future
This funny message posted on social media seemed appropriate for my topic. It said: Last night the internet stopped working so I spent a few hours with my family.
Pop 89: What Exactly Do We Mean?
As a self-proclaimed “forensic etymologist,” I am always interested to see how words enter, morph and exit from our vocabulary.
Check It Out: Entrepreneurs who love to give
I saw a baker's apron with the words “Your opinion was not in my recipe” printed on it. Those words may resonate with two bakers who started a business…
Pop 89: A Change in Circumstance
If the laws of science and nature describe how things have been observed to behave under certain circumstances, then a miracle could be described…
Check It Out: Worst assault on freedom of expression in Canadian history
How do you know China has free speech? Because no one says otherwise. And how do you know Canada has free speech?
Small towns, big dreams
It’s hard to believe it’s coming on 20 years since I first fell in love with the West, but in two more years that’s exactly what it will be.
Letter: Political opinions should be expressed responsibly and with respect
It is sad to see the disregard for public decency displayed by a vulgar flag prominently flown on the edge of the hamlet of Plato, alongside the municipal road.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Paper is a breath of fresh air
I'm from PEI and retiring in a few months. For over a year I've been planning a motorcycle trip across Canada and up to Yukon and Alaska.
Pop 89: Wonder is the Map
You can't force wonder, you can't make it happen. But you can facilitate it, make yourself available to it, get in its path.
Check It Out: Contradictions in Canada
When it comes to contradictions, there are some funny examples to consider. The following two statements are contradictory: “God made me an atheist. Who are you to question Him?”