Monthly Archives: November 2011

Ferry or Float Plane?

Traveling from Nanaimo on Vancouver Island to Vancouver, BC boils down to two choices unless you can swim 40 miles in cold ocean water. The ferry is a very comfortable and enjoyable trip but it takes two hours and although … Continue reading

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Canadian Health Care is Lacking

You don’t have to look far if you live in Canada (or have family in Canada as I do) to see the end result of socialized medicine. My Mother’s Doctor told me that I shouldn’t expect any better quslity of … Continue reading

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We need President Kennedy

Almost 50 years ago President Kennedy spoke in New York about the recession in America and laid out an economic plan that brought prosperity to our country for years beyond his assassination. His leadership was respected and supported by all … Continue reading

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Surprising your Mom is Fun

I don’t get to see my Mother very often anymore now that she lives in Nanaimo, BC so it’s always fun to go there to see her, especially when I get to surprise her. And of course, I get to … Continue reading

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Is America Melting Down like an Iceberg?

If you were on the outside looking in it certainly would appear that America is in a financial decline. Many experts predict dire results from the years of overspending to fund well-meaning but wasteful social programs. The Liberals, led by … Continue reading

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Thanksgiving

One of my favorite holidays is Thanksgiving because you can combine, family, friends, pets, sports and great food into one day. I’m very thankful that we have an election coming up and that as a free country, because of our … Continue reading

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Catching Two Fish at Once

On a perfect day with no wind Joe and I set out into the early morning fog to enjoy a day of fishing at Lake Ray Roberts north of Denton and about a 45 minute drive from home. Entering from … Continue reading

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Avalanche Crushes the Stars

It wasn’t much of a game with the Stars losing 3-0 but visiting with Dan is always a treat. He has the coolest dogs and a beautiful home near the mountains. After a long but fun week on the road … Continue reading

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Red Rocks Ampitheater Rocks

Red Rocks is just outside of Denver in Morrison, Colorado and it has one of the most beautiful outdoor theaters in the world. Pretty much every famous performer has been here in the last eighty years including The Beatles.

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When will it all “hit the fan”

Look at this comparison of the Stock Market 74 years ago (during the great depression) to today’s stock market and you can see why investors are somewhat reluctant to “gamble” on any business venture. Add to that recent poll numbers … Continue reading

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