It Takes a World to Make a Loaf of Bread
Observations from Ken Kingdon in Paulatuk Arctic North detail how bread travels from farmers and processors to shelves. He notes farmers, processors, truckers, warehouse staff, bakers, and retailers all contribute to a loaf. The piece links daily meals to global supply chains and a verse on gratitude.
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Arctic
St. James
James
Onanole
Paulatuk
Arctic Ocean
Tuktut Nogait National Park
Tuktoyaktuk
Yellowknife
Inuvik
Mackenzie River
Hay River
Nwt
Manitoba
Ken Kingdon
Riding Mountain Biosphere Reserve
Thankful for 40 years and a gentle memory of Ed
A personal reflection on Thanksgiving and grief. The author recalls marrying Ed in 1974, his passing in 2014, and the enduring gratitude for family, faith, and small comforts. They acknowledge hardship, memory, and the resolve to celebrate Christmas with a tree and lights.
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Rome
Winter takes shape as snow blankets roofs
A winter scene unfolds as snowflakes drift past and houses turn white. The piece notes mixed feelings about early snow and harvest worries, then turns to gratitude and faith citing Hebrews 13 5 6 and blessings.