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Has Her Ship Come In?
Sat, 16 Feb 2013

Well, that didn't take long. No sooner had the crippled cruise ship Carnival Triumph, snuggled up to the docks in Mobile, Alabama, than at least one legal beagle was fielding a call from a disgruntled passenger. Thanks to a fire in its engine room, the C.T. had been bobbing around, powerless, in the Gulf of [...] more...
So Long, Farewell...And Don't Let That Screen Door...!
Sat, 26 Jan 2013

That woodland philosopher, Thumper, once advised his best bud Bambi, that when speaking of others, "If you can't say somethin' nice…don't say nothin' at all." Well, with that in mind, and with a little help, I’ll refrain from commenting on Dalton McGuinty’s departure….. Thanks, Carol. Listen to The Motts (Paul and Carol) weekdays... 11 [...] more...
Cease And Desist Dumping On "Dastardly" DJ's!
Sat, 08 Dec 2012

To those calling for the heads, of two young Aussie DJ's, who they believe are responsible for the death of a London hospital worker… time to take a pill, people! When Mc and Mel, of Sydney's 2dayFM, placed a crank call to London's King Edward VII Hospital, there's no way on earth they could have [...] more...
Ford Fumbles! Again!
Mon, 03 Dec 2012

To quote that spinach loving, pipe smoking, squinty-eyed seafarer with the muscular forearms…"That's all I can stands, I can't stands no more!" A Judge's boot to Rob Ford's behind is NOT an attack on democracy, as some are screeching… in fact it's just the opposite, it's democracy in action! In his Honor's opinion, Toronto's good [...] more...
Kid Khadr's Future...A View From The 8-Ball!
Mon, 01 Oct 2012

So, what does the future hold for convicted Al Qaeda terrorist Omar Khadr, now repatriated, snuggled away in his Millhaven cell? Will he soon walk amongst us, embracing our values, lugging a fat wallet, compliments of the taxpayer? Is this what's in store for our native son, who was led astray by a fanatical family, [...] more...
The Crucifixion of Krista!
Mon, 03 Sep 2012

There's no argument. In any sexual assault, there's only one party at fault… the perpetrator. The victim is innocent, blameless, even if she's all dolled up like Hickory Holler's tramp. To suggest she was "asking for it" based on her dress, is not only unjust and hurtful, it's ridiculous. I've yet to meet the woman [...] more...
'ang In, 'arry!
Sun, 26 Aug 2012

Who, beyond the half-century mark can honestly say, they never had their own, "shooting strip pool in a Vegas hotel suite", moment? Who, thinking back, doesn't thank their lucky stars, that the advent of the cell phone was decades off… as far-fetched an idea as the Dick Tracy radio watch? Admit it, or not, the [...] more...
Pussy Riot Punished For Putin Put Down!
Sun, 19 Aug 2012

It wouldn't be surprising if those three members of the Russian, punk rock group, Pussy Riot, were soon pardoned… or at the very least cut a great deal of slack. The heat is on, and President Vladimir Putin and the questionably righteous, Russian Orthodox Church, are taking a thumping on the world stage. Slapped with [...] more...
Buy A Ticket To Success?
Tue, 14 Aug 2012

Once again we applaud their efforts, and express pride in how they performed. And, once again we wonder why they didn't do better… being oh, so careful, not to minimize their achievements. They, after all, are the ones who step up, our flag-bearing Olympians, devoted to bringing glory to the Great White North. Our goal [...] more...
Tarnished Rings?
Sun, 29 Jul 2012

As I watched the opening ceremony of the 30th Olympiad, the parade of nations, I couldn't help but wonder how some countries scored an invitation… countries whose devotion to fair play and sportsmanship, might fall a tad short of the Olympic ideal. At the '48 games in London, Germany and Japan were 'persona non grata', [...] more...

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Watching the Nightmare Unfold in Newtown
Mon, 17 Dec 2012

Just now we are getting to know the people behind the numbers. Twenty-six dead, but who are they? The stories of immense courage are coming out, teachers running toward the sound of gunshots, some shielding children with their bodies. I don't know if anything can make this worse, but that this happened at a time of year that fills that age of innocence with such excitement and wonder just adds another level of heartbreak. more...
Stop Treating Two Prank-Calling DJs Like Killers
Mon, 10 Dec 2012

To those calling for the heads of two young Aussie DJs, who they believe are responsible for the death of a London hospital worker... time to take a pill, people! When MC and Mel, of Sydney's 2Day FM, placed a crank call to London's King Edward VII Hospital, there's no way on earth they could have foreseen, that it might play a part in a tragic event like this. What are these two actually guilty of? more...
The Real Victims of Teachers vs. Dalton McGuinty? The Students
Tue, 25 Sep 2012

The kids are just back to school and already much of what they enjoy in extra-curricular activities is being whittled away. Once again they are pawns to be used in a political game. What do you remember from your school days? I'd venture to say that many of the memories come not from what happened in class but from those extra-curricular activities, the life lessons learned and the great teachers who supported you in that quest. more...
So Long Summer!
Sat, 17 Sep 2011

He says... I don't know about you, but it seems that the last time I checked my watch it was half-past May, and I was... more...
Last Word on Jack Layton
Mon, 29 Aug 2011

A lot has been said about the kind of grief Canadians have been showing for Jack Layton. Is it contrived? Why such public spectacles? Is it a true outpouring of emotion? For some it seemed clear they wanted their 15 minutes of fame and would grieve publicly and put on a performance for the cameras. more...
Somalia's Image Deficit: Helping or Hurting Aid?
Mon, 25 Jul 2011

Once again the pictures of little children starving in Somalia break your heart. But this time there are other pictures that come to mind too: warlords, pirates, radical Islamists... Many will remember when the world was there to help and just how badly it turned out. more...
The Naughty Nudist
Tue, 12 Jul 2011

While some feel there is a serious issue of freedom of expression at play in Brian Coldin's nudity case, there is a time and place to express yourself. I'm no prude, but the sight of some dude with his 'pendulum' a-sway for all to behold, is something I can live without! more...
Time Flies for Parents of Graduates
Tue, 5 Jul 2011

Clad in her robe and hood, our daughter received her degree. We got to relive that experience as our son followed in his big sister's foot steps... and I scored my second diploma! I say "I," because they are mine! I laid claim to them when the kids were young. more...
Rob Ford Has a Better Idea? Picks Cottage Over Pride Parade
Tue, 28 Jun 2011

Rob Ford has lost an opportunity here to show that he is the mayor of all the people. He had said on the night of his election, "To the people that didn't vote for me I will work hard to earn your trust and I will deliver the change you can be proud of." I hope he changes his mind. more...
Vancouver Rioters: What Punishment Would Fit the Crime? He Says, She Says
Wed, 22 Jun 2011

The bottom line is Vancouver has nothing to be ashamed of. It's still a great city. What should make all of us blush, is a system too timid to dispense real justice. more...
Squeegee Clean? He Says...She Says...
Mon, 13 Jun 2011

They muddy your windshield and assault your wipers and aerial. And for their 'work' they want to be paid. In Toronto this week, a man waved one of them off. When ignored, he got out of his car, and was beaten about the head. Other cities have run them off, and if the political will is there, Toronto can do it too. more...
Rihanna's 'Man Down' Video: He Says, She Says
Mon, 6 Jun 2011

Did Rihanna's character regret killing her assaulter? Or was killing him was the right thing to do? That was a cold-blooded premeditated murder when there was no threat against her. If that video were the whole story, the woman portrayed would end up behind bars. more...
Unjust Dismissal?... He Says... She Says...
Mon, 30 May 2011

In response to Sean Avery's support for gay marriage, Damien Goddard tweeted his disapproval. A few days later he was fired. How sad that the rights we once enjoyed in this so-called free and democratic society have been so easily trumped by political correctness. more...