Many companies are training their employees to “be friendlier.” Now, when I go to pay for my groceries or have bloodwork done ...

In my writings and talks, I often quote Cousin Al. Today is no exception. For those who might be wondering…yes, there really is a Cousin Al! His father and my mother were brother and sister, so he is ...

Actor Anthony Hopkins once said, “My philosophy is: It's none of my business what people say of me and think of me. I am what I am and I do what I do. I expect nothing and accept everything. And it ...

I would like to report that an odd, even unprecedented, challenge is on for us consumers. I can't recall when I first noticed the gauntlet had been thrown. But it has now escalated to the point where ...

We have a brand new airport. It is beautiful and will open the door to more tourist dollars if properly directed. But we are told that the government barely has the money to keep its bathrooms stocked ...

It's holiday season, a time of year for celebration. So here's a friendly reminder that "holiday" and "celebration" need not be synonyms for "drinking." Canadians are big drinkers, consuming 50 per ...

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Curious about when you can expect a grandchild from your son and his new wife? Or if those nice people down the street plan to have another baby? Or why your high school bestie hasn't even started ...