Monthly Archives: July 2022

More Than Anger?

From the front it is just another car. But there’s a warning to those driving behind. I saw this car parked in a Cairo neighborhood and was left with qustions. The first being, I wonder what percentge of people here read and understand English? Then I wondered, is the driver suggesting he or she is […]

Thoughts on America

Is it a failed state, as many seem to think these days? Or does it remain the best example of democracy and a hope for the world? It seems appropriate on July 4, as Americans celebrate Independence Day, to give some thought to the state of the United States in 2022. Are things as bad […]

Do You See The Math?

The sculpture is called Vaulted Willow and is found in Borden Park in Edmonton Alberta. According to the accompanying sign, it celebrates art, architecture and math. I guess I’m just not sophisticated enough to understand. I like it anyway. And kids love it.

Do You Agree?

And all the people said “Amen!”

No Trucks

They’re back! Well, not really. And certainly not like before. For months, organizers of the Freedom Convoy that paralyzed downtown Ottawa last winter have been calling for a July 1 return to Parliament Hill to protest government policies. Some residents have expressed concerns that their lives will once again be disrupted.  That isn’t going to happen. […]