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Colleen Green
Jul 23, 20204 min read
GUY LATREILLE: THE MAN WITH THE HAT
Many times, when wandering through downtown Port Perry, you will come across ‘the Man with the Hat’, checking out historic buildings,...
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Colleen Green
Jul 23, 20202 min read
How are we going to pay for this?
It is no secret, all levels of government are somewhat concerned about the billions they have been dishing out to help individuals,...
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Colleen Green
Jul 16, 20202 min read
Only in Canada, EH?
Canadians tend to be laid back and unassuming. Seldom do we jump on the bandwagon and take credit for things we have accomplished. I am...
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Colleen Green
Jul 9, 20202 min read
Wasn’t that a party
Having travelled a great deal, I have learned to respect different nationalities, races and cultures. Sure, like everyone else, I have...
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Colleen Green
Jul 2, 20202 min read
The origin of the species
A few months ago I wrote an article about the origin of several phrases in the English language, and I was flattered by the positive...
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Colleen Green
Jun 25, 20202 min read
Happy Birthday Canada
Although Canada celebrates its 153rd birthday, the merriment of Canada Day was only established 141 years ago. Nothing happened in the...
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Colleen Green
Jun 18, 20204 min read
REACHING FOR THE WIND
Many of us go through life taking much for granted, yet others face challenges the rest of us do not even think about. One such...
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Colleen Green
Jun 18, 20202 min read
FOOD FOR THE SOUL
Eating is one of those things I love doing at any time of the day. I could easily devour a chocolate bar after breakfast or enjoy a piece...
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Colleen Green
Jun 11, 20202 min read
Just like Bogey & Bacall
Through the years I have been privileged to meet people who have accomplished greatness in life. I am always in awe of them. I remember a...
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Colleen Green
Jun 4, 20202 min read
MURPHY’S LAW… THEY JUST DON’T GET IT
Well, everything around the house is done, with the exception of cleaning the baseboards with Murphy’s Oil. I went to the cupboard, only...
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Colleen Green
May 28, 20202 min read
I don’t procrastinate, I put it off until later
I have been accused of procrastinating, even though I do not think I do. Sure, there are times when I put things off, but it’s only...
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Colleen Green
May 21, 20203 min read
Safe at What Cost?
Safe at What Cost? by The Standard | May 21st, 2020 Podcast https://thestandardnewspaper.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Safe-at-What-Cost-...
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Colleen Green
May 21, 20202 min read
Is it a bird? Is it a plane?
About ten years ago, I met a man whom I considered being a fantastic photographer. My curiosity peaked, and I wanted to learn more about...
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Colleen Green
May 14, 20202 min read
INFOMERCIALS ARE ADDICTIVE
Like so many people these days, purchasing online is becoming the new normal. I must share my latest experience, which will make me think...
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Colleen Green
May 7, 20203 min read
I WONDER WHERE THAT CAME FROM?
Sitting sequestered in my house gave me an opportunity to reflect on some traditions from back in the day. Last time I was in England, I...
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Colleen Green
Apr 30, 20202 min read
I see you peeking
Google recently published a pretty clear declaration of how committed it is to privacy in the home. “Your home is a special place. It’s...
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Colleen Green
Apr 23, 20202 min read
Granny’s Kitchen Secrets
During recent cleaning and purging, something we are all doing a lot of, I came across a document in a book which has probably been...
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Colleen Green
Apr 16, 20205 min read
Bill Lishman: Father Goose
To accomplish one or two great things in life is a goal we all strive for, but what about a man who has achieved success in many...
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Colleen Green
Apr 16, 20202 min read
So now what do I do?
Like most of us, I am also sequestered to the confines of my house, with lists of things to do, which will take at least a couple of...
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Colleen Green
Apr 2, 20202 min read
Hunkering Down
First, let me thank all those that asked me about my diet, mentioned in last week’s article. The app, MyNetDiary, worked well for me and...
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