What is an Overnight Period?
Why do weather forecasters on TV speak of an “overnight period?” Does the term overnight not mean “for the duration of the night?” Does duration not imply a period of time? This is one of many examples of people repeating themselves unnecessarily. Like saying PIN Number (think about what PIN stands for) or Personal PIN...
Legalize Pot and Tax it
Should Canada Legalize Pot and tax it? I think so. I read in Maclean’s magazine recently that Pot is Canada’s biggest agricultural product. An estimated $7 billion industry. And the Federal Government receives no tax revenue from it whatsoever. Growers often steal electricity which costs all of us tha pay for electricity. Instead of spending...
Communications and Entertainment
When are the cable and phone companies going to get their act together? Right now, I have a cable bill which includes my internet service. I also have a phone bill. And I have a cell-phone bill. When will a unified service provider step forward? Here’s what I want.
September – the most beautiful month?
I think that September is the most beautiful month of the year. What do you think? Tammy, Jeremy and I went for a walk around our neighbourhood this afternoon in the glorious fall sunshine. Hopefully everyone will have a chance to enjoy this fall. Edited: 2006-06-25 – Updated photo album links. Edited: 2008-03-05 – Updated...
Robert Noce and the Smoking Bylaw
So where do you really stand on the Edmonton smoking bylaw issue Mr. Noce? You’re on the record as saying that you would revisit the bylaw if you’re elected. You’re also on the record as saying that you never said you would revisit the bylaw. Are you lying to us Mr. Noce? How can we...
