Personal Side of War Remembrance Day Reflections
The speaker compares Churchill and Shirer on World War II to show public and political views, then stresses the overlooked personal sacrifice of ordinary soldiers. He urges readers to visit their local war memorial, read the names, and remember those who gave their lives for freedom and future generations.
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Kelwood
Winston Churchill
William Shirer
Churchill
Shirer
Germany
National Socialist Party
Hitler
Reich
House of Commons
Admiralty
Neville Chamberlain
Great Britain
War Cabinet
You
Prairie weather notes and flood fears in Manitoba trip diary
A prairie writer records heavy rains swelling lakes in Manitoba, floods on roads and farms, and warnings against further drainage. Personal reflections contrast damp days with memories of the 1959 snowy winter and spring flood. The author jokes about dogs, cleanliness routines, and mood shifts from gray weather.
Time shifts and clocks spark reflection on faith
The writer muses on daylight saving time and clock changes while noting how technology advances alter time perception. They reflect on life and death, acknowledging doctors’ limits in predicting longevity and the futility of planning beyond today with a faith note that “the Lord willing.”
Manitoba Tax Talk: CTF Proposes Tax and Pension Reforms
Todd MacKay argues against tax increases and excessive spending in Manitoba. He urges carbon tax rejection, spending restraint, and MLA pension reform. He cites deficits of 911 million and 2.5 billion in unfunded liabilities, comparing to Saskatchewan steps.
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Manitoba
Canadian Taxpayers Federation
CTF
Legislative Budget Panel
Statistics Canada
Winnipeg
Regina
Saskatchewan
Todd MacKay Prairie
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