Lindsay Blackett’s had enough of your shit
I don't know how effective Lindsay Blackett is as a minister, but any time he speaks, I'm sure political reporters are on the edge of their seats waiting for the next zinger. Poor Ed Stelmach.
Cyber 9/11? LOL of the week
Watch out for cyber 9/11! Your computer could be out to kill you, but don't worry, the government will protect you.
Photographing flowers
One of my favourite aspects of summer is being able to photograph the flowers around me. After a couple of years without blooming irises, they've burst into flower with a vengeance.
Canadian healthcare – catching up
How much would it cost to get caught up on surgeries for people on waiting lists in Canada? After that, we ought to be able to keep current, shouldn't we?
Thankfully, the end of the day is near
Ever have one of those days that just goes from bad to worse? Today has been one of those days.
Pondering photography
I've been happy with the results I've been getting in my photography lately. Eventually I'd like to buy a few more lenses to add to my camera bag and maybe a Canon 5D.
Shocking confession
Everyone has a deep, dark secret they are loathe to admit to the world. I'm admitting mine here. I hope you'll still respect me after you read it.
Mother Earth News article: The truth about vegetarianism
The truth about vegetarianism. It's really not what you think it is and it's worth a read. If you're worried about your health and the food you eat, you owe it to yourself to read this and follow the links.
Edmonton AM business panel: Alberta sales tax
The Alberta government is floating trial balloons about the possibility of a sales tax in Alberta. I don't know if there's ever been a riot in this province, but if they did that, there would be. The Alberta government does have revenue issues and a sales tax might solve them.
High school graduation
It was nice to get away last weekend and head back to B.C. for my daughter’s high school graduation. It’s nice to see her almost grown up and beginning the rest of her life. When your kids are graduating high school, it’s nice, but as a parent, I have mixed emotions. You want your children...
Swine flu still a pandemic
Swine flu never lived up to its billing, but the World Health Organization is hoping that will change. H1N1 is still a pandemic. I feel fine. Do you feel fine?
Pondering ebooks & e-readers
If you thought this was going to be a consumer guide, or that I even know what I am talking about on this topic, you may be disappointed. I wrote a stream of consciousness piece on books, ebooks and e-readers. You’ve been warned! So the iPad has now been officially released in Canada. Great. Now...
