Faithfully Valuing Gifts Beyond Price Tags
A reflective piece argues that gift value goes beyond dollars and cents. It weighs the giver’s time, effort, and sacrifice, the impact on personal finances, and how gratitude expresses understanding of the unseen costs behind a gift.
Grandmother's Summer Echoes in Open Fall Weather
Rita Friese recalls a mild open fall nicknamed grandmother's summer, a time for outdoor chores like eaves cleaning and mowing. She describes coyotes howling, a sleepless night guarding a dog, and warm memories of past Novembers. Gratitude for the lingering warmth ends the reflection.
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Hoover
Autumn Beauty in Manitoba’s Season of Colour
Observation by Addy Oberlin notes Manitoba’s fall colours. Leaves change hue around tamarack trees, offering peace and backdrop for weddings, art, and photography. The piece celebrates creation, citing Genesis 1 31 and God’s approval of creation.
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Addy Oberlin
Manitoba
Reapers Speak Out Letter Re: Recreation Complex Proposal
An open letter to the mayor and council urges no further action on a 62 000 square foot recreation complex with a six million plus price. The writer notes four of seven council members are undecided about re election, questions legality and ethics, and calls for return of plans to the community for future discussion by the newly elected council.
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Department of Intergovernmental Affairs
Wild Rice Recipe From Homecoming Social
Beever and Rivers share a long time favorite wild rice recipe from the Homecoming Social. The dish yields a generous amount, suitable for freezing, and includes wild and white rice with vegetables, peas, and a seasoned sauce baked to finish.
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