by Gillian Crowley – “What’s next?” is an exhilarating yet daunting question upon retirement and even more so if one takes early retirement. For some, developing new hobbies and travelling is not enough. That was true for Susan Reece when she retired after 30 years in a high-powered career in publishing and returned to Canada […]
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by Paula Kully – Who doesn’t love fireworks? I certainly do. They light up the night sky with explosive bursts of brilliant colour while we stand frozen in awe, looking up and marvelling at them. Here on the Saanich Peninsula, residents celebrate Canada Day with the annual fireworks display in Sidney on June 30. The
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by Chris Cowland – I parked the Prius in Uptown Mall recently. When I returned with my shopping, I was dismayed to see that practically every other car was a silver Prius. Which one was mine? On my fourth attempt, I remembered that the lights would flash if I pressed the door open button on
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by Jo Barnes – You don’t have to go through it alone. For those dealing with dementia and for their caregivers, it can be a challenging and often isolating journey, but the Alzheimer Society of B.C. offers support groups and services that lighten that load. Since 1981 the society has been accomplishing its work through
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by Kristen Bovee, Peninsula Naturopathic Clinic – My profession, to provide medical care, is one of service. I give a lot to my patients as they come to me for advice, information and guidance on their health. As consumers, we are expected to acquire and receive. Our jobs provide our lives with the ability to purchase
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