Mothers in Pain and Hope on Mother's Day Reflections
A speaker recalls mothers who suffered extreme pain from sons and daughters lost to murder, accidents, illness, and tragedy. He cites Roseau River, Nigerian abducted girls, and military losses, offering compassion, prayer, and Jesus guidance toward healing. He wishes a happy Mother’s Day.
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Roseau River
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St. John the Apostle
Snakes, aging, and a busy yard memoir column
A personal column review covers snakes in the yard sparking debate on aging maturity and elderhood. The author notes feedback from sister and friends, cats mice ravens gopher remains, and a rummage sale by United Church women as downsizing and a Rubik Sudoku prize boosts morale.
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The
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Mother's Day thoughts and prayers for families
An appreciation of Mother's Day traditions and simple acts of love. The author recalls fathers cooking, children bringing flowers, and Grandma's care, then urges daily prayer for families, citing 1 Thessalonians 5 17 and 18 to live with constant faith and joy.
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Mom
Manitoba Hydro backs plan to invest in dams and Power Smart
Manitoba Hydro defense argues the utility is financially strong with 14.5 billion in assets and forecast profits of 130 million this year. It says exporting clean energy lowers domestic rates, supports new dams, and criticizes the Opposition leader for proposing to halt hydro development and push natural gas. Stan Struthers defends ongoing hydro projects.
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Manitoba
Manitoba Hydro
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Alberta
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Hydro expansion plan labeled risky by independent experts
La Capra Associates, commissioned by the Public Utilities Board, say the Manitoba Hydro expansion plan is high risk and offers limited economic advantage. The report criticizes rushing the project, cites potential costs to Manitobans, and notes tax and fee hikes totaling over nine billion dollars over the next two decades. Ralph Eichler, MLA for Lakeside, questions the plan’s benefits and risk burden.
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Public Utilities Board
NDP
la Capra
Manitoba
Manitoba Hydro
United States
Ralph Eichler
Lakeside
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