Opinion

What was sought in this case was a quick, economical (read cheap) south-of-the-border trip which would provide a break during a long winter. The quick was provided by a four-day, three-night excursion into a small Nevada town called West Wendover.

In his just-published book, a widely acclaimed author/lecturer sees hope for the world by a shift in educational priorities from information to imagination.

In three days, my wife Sue and I are heading over to Tanzania. As I packed, I thought about how this trip came about. In late August 2012, Sue and I went on a road trip to Edmonton, to visit our friends Leesha and Lau Mafuru and their baby Oasis.

Twenty-five years ago, I had hair, Alberta had a balanced budget and the Olympics were here. Everyone remembers the Olympics, but since we have so many new residents since 1988, I’d guess few would know the part Cochrane played.

Pope Benedict XVI announced this week that he will step down on Feb. 28 as head of the Roman Catholic Church. With this column I’d like to honour him for his bridge-building work among the world’s religions.

Photography used to be all about The Print.

I recently had the pleasure of attending a First Aid update course to keep my First Aid and CPR skills current.

Just when I thought I was doing well and could set all kinds of goals, things changed. Pain paid me a visit. Now I’m not usually a wus, and I think I have a fairly high pain tolerance, but let me tell you this was not fun.

February, month of hearts and valentines, will be well celebrated at Seniors on the Bow. A Valentine Cafe will take place on Feb. 14 at 1:30 p.m.

In last week’s column I lamented over the willful destruction of Timbuktu’s priceless cultural heritage.