A letter to my future self
Dear future self, I would say it’s been a long time but, somehow, I doubt it has. I’ve decided to write you this letter both…
Editorial
Just the facts Ma’am
I was recently in the enviable position of sitting on a patio late at night, sipping beer while a bug zapper pleasantly crackled in the…
Don’t leave just yet
I intentionally avoided opening my Facebook profile this morning, because I knew what it would contain. When finally gave up and logged in, I was…
Thank you
Every year, a squad of loyal volunteers dedicates their time to drawing, taking photos, copy editing and writing for the paper. They alone make the…
Let’s hear Moore about the environment
Thompson, Manitoba is getting a lot of press these days. As Vale Incorporated, the multinational mining company in Thompson, has announced the closing of the…
Democracy in the Middle East
Over the past two months, the people in Tunisia and Egypt have managed to effect serious change in their governments, chasing out corrupt leaders and…
Leave the lettuce alone!
“Please tell the man I didn’t kill anyone, I’m just tryin’ to have me some fun.” — John Prine As you read this, our federal…
To the animals, should you ever learn to read
My cat: Despite what popular society may suggest, the morning time is the most important time of day to sleep. I will love you like…
The Manitoban gets motivational
Considering this is the editorial page, I am about to make a bold statement: Stop complaining about things and start acting. That’s right. Stop posting…
On hold for better service
Most people I know do not particularly like making phone calls. For such a simple act of communication, it always seems like so much can…