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A2 KAZI answers
Q2 Do Pickering councillors post financial statements anywhere to show received contributions and expenditures? NG KAZI answers Candidates are required to submit their campaign financial statements to the City of Pickering after the campaign ends. The City of Pickering … Continue reading
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Q2 Do Pickering councillors post campaign financial statements ?
Q2 Do Pickering councillors post financial statements anywhere to show received contributions and expenditures? NG
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Q1 75 condos: Businesses forced to close during construction?
MAYOR CANDIDATES: What consideration has been made for businesses which will be forced to close during the construction period? Will they receive some kind of financial assistance during that time or do they just have to suffer the consequences of … Continue reading
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BRENNER: a message, candidate, councillor REGIONAL WARD 1 [ video ]
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Click –> ‘FILL ER UP, ITALIAN STYLE’
Italian wine producers have associations of the grape growers of a region who join together for the benefit of all the members. Known as COOPs, these associations regulate prices, production volumes, production limits and even evaluate the quality of the … Continue reading
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DIET RECOMMENDATIONS
Source: BODYQUEST Physiotherapist [Always consult with your doctor or a professional dietitian when launching a new diet regimen] # 1 – Suggestions to help with weight control: 3 meals per day Eat 3 meals a day, even if small. [Food … Continue reading
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ASHE: a message, candidate, MAYOR
A message from KEVIN ASHE, Candidate for MAYOR, What it means to me to be your Pickering Mayor Each Mayor has a duty to their citizens – offering social and economic development as well as environmental sustainability. How we make … Continue reading
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BRENNER: some final words in his campaign message.
Some final campaign words from candidate Maurice Brenner….
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COOK: a message from, candidate, Regional Ward 2
Hello Neighbours, For 4 decades I’ve called Pickering home, choosing to buy my home and raise my family in Ward 2. This community has become a central part of our lives, which is why it is important for me to … Continue reading
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CUNNINGHAM: a message, candidate TRUSTEE, DURHAM SCHOOL BOARD
This message to voters in Pickering is from Emma Cunningham, candidate for TRUSTEE, DURHAM SCHOOL BOARD. Hi, I’m Emma, and I’m running to be one of your Pickering DDSB Trustees. I’ve been a political junkie for quite some time, but … Continue reading
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GIFT GIVING IDEAS like you can’t believe – ISSUES, a store for magazine lovers!
We are dedicated readers of hard print, books, pamphlets and magazines. Lots of magazines. But this store is something else. If you like to give written material as gifts, you are in for pure joy when you explore the racks … Continue reading
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ISSUES BY CONSTITUENCY
Click the jurisdiction [Some candidates still to respond.] Mayor Regional Ward 1 Regional Ward 2 Regional Ward 3 Ward 1 Ward 2 Ward 3 Trustee PUBLIC Trustee CATHOLIC
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FRAMPTON: a message, candidate, MAYOR
JANICE FRAMPTON is running for office of the MAYOR. Her message to the voters of Pickering….
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KAZI: a message, councillor candidate, WARD 1
Fellow Ward 1 of Pickering residents, My vision is to see more transparency and inclusivity at City Council. Why Vote for me? Because I genuinely CARE! Because I can CONNECT as: A Mother that is concerned about the now and … Continue reading
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Aug 1 – Rotzy’s back
Rotzy was down for the count for a while, “technologically speaking.” But he’s up and running again [‘running’ being used in the loosest sense of the word.] Our 8-Year Olde ASUS*tm P/C Monitor…. has been showing its’ age for a … Continue reading
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LINTON: a message from Trustee candidate, Durham Public
Hello Pickering voters, My name is Stephen Linton, and I am honoured to be running for Durham School Board Trustee Pickering. I live with my wife and two children in Pickering. My son is enrolled in Durham Catholic District … Continue reading
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A message from Councillor candidate, MARA NAGY, Ward 2
A message for Councillor candidate, MARA NAGY, Ward2 My name is Mara Nagy, and I am a lifelong resident of Pickering. I’ve grown up in Ward 2. I am an elementary school teacher, Ph.D. candidate, York University TA, and food … Continue reading
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A message from Councillor candidate ANTHONY YACUB, WARD 1
“Serving the People. Protecting the Community!” Dear Ward 1 Residents, Pickering is our Home, and we need to work together to get results that are beneficial for you and your families! I want to protect the quality of life that … Continue reading
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TRUSTEES, School Board
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REGIONAL COUNCILLORS
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A message from DAVE PICKLES, Regional Councillor Ward 3 candidate
Brenda and I have been married for 33 wonderful years now, we moved to Pickering to buy a home and start a family. We have enjoyed living in Pickering and it’s been a great community to raise our two daughters. … Continue reading
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HAROLD: a message, councillor candidate, WARD 1
A message to the voters of Ward 1… Being a 47-year resident of Pickering, 41 of which have been in Ward 1, I know very well the issues that are currently affecting and facing residents. Be it the high property … Continue reading
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HAROLD: Time for change, councillor candidate, Ward 1
Tony HAROLD For Councillor Ward 1
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CONSTITUENCIES
MAYOR REGIONAL COUNCILLOR, WARD 1 REGIONAL COUNCILLOR, WARD 2 REGIONAL COUNCILLOR, WARD 3 CITY COUNCILLOR, WARD 1 CITY COUNCILLOR, WARD 2 CITY COUNCILLOR, WARD 3 TRUSTEE, Public TRUSTEE, Catholic
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CANDIDATES – CONTACTS, LIST, MESSAGES
CONTACT INFORMATION LIST MESSAGES (messages still being received)
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ELECTIONS PICKERING Brochure
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE to VOTE? BILLBOARDS – flyers CANDIDATE CONTACT CANDIDATE WEBSITES CANDIDATES LIST: (by constituency) CANDIDATES LIST:(city) CONSTITUENCY (issues) CONSTITUENCY (streets) EDITORIALS n COMMENTS MESSAGES: (msgs to voters, more coming) RESOURCES (in development) TOWNHALLS (all candidates) All candidates … Continue reading
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The pain of gallstones is no joke
What Causes Gallstones (And How They’re Treated) Source: Samantha Rideout, Reader’s Digest Canada For a small, inessential body part, the gallbladder can cause a lot of pain. Roughly the shape and size of a pear, the organ sits in the … Continue reading
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Junior Prime Minister Trudeau one ups Doggie Ford at Queens Park
More money from Ottawa….something’s cooking in Junior’s kitchen!! It’s explained as the Climate Action Incentive Payment(CAIP) is a tax-free amount that ensures that carbon pollution pricing remains affordable for Canadians. All direct proceeds from the federal carbon pollution pricing system … Continue reading
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Over 75? Canadian citizen…bingo…it aint the lottery but it’ll buy a few coffees for ya.
Don’t get too excited and this only applies to us old fogies…older than dirt (75). Didn’t Dougie Ford do something like that just before calling an election. License plate cheques sent = an election followed. You think Junior isn’t playing … Continue reading
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HAROLD: Oct message, councillor candidate WARD 1
October, a month of much change…leaves, city councillors, mayors, premiers. A very dynamic month.
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HAROLD: a final campaign message, councillor, WARD 1
A final message for the campaign…
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HAROLD: comment about voter turnout
A comment about voter turnout issue: it is extremely low. Most people don’t realize that municipal government affects them more in their daily lives than other levels of government. Just think of the streets they live on, the parks they … Continue reading
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I love salt but fight using it as much as possible
Using too much salt will kill ya! But it is the best of all seasonings to enhance the flavour of anything you make in kitchen. You should add it to pies, cakes and fresh fruit compotes even, if you want … Continue reading
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DARK HARBOR, David Hosp
DARK HARBOR, David Hosp… Too soon to proclaim David Hosp as the successor to “Stuart Woods” as the king of mystery murder thriller writers. However, Hosp most definitely is a strong contender for such a proclamation based on his debut … Continue reading
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SELENIUM – an anti oxidant, cancer fighting supplement
Though you may have never heard of selenium, this amazing nutrient is vital to your health. Selenium is an essential mineral, meaning it must be obtained through your diet. It’s only needed in small amounts but plays a major … Continue reading
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5 Best SEARCHES on BOOKz COOKz NOOKz
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Americans shouldn’t take for granted their friendly neighbor to the north
The Buffalo News of Buffalo, New York, printed this editorial recently commenting on Canada…
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EDITORIAL: Principled politicians…promising platitudes, policies/platforms of puffery
Recently, material from Jennifer O’Connell, MP Pickering-Uxbridge, came across my desk. At first glance the material looked wonderful, colourful and very promising but as I considered it more, it began to feel like the same platitudes and empty promises we … Continue reading
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Madam Speaker, Susan Page
This biography by the Washington Bureau Chief of USA Today, Susan Page, is well-worth the read if you are interested in arguably the most powerful female politician in the United States today.
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Travel Canada this year…by car if you can afford to
Travel Canada may be the right idea this year? Banff National Park Banff National Park provides scenery in spades. With 1,600 kilometers of maintained trails, Banff allows you to view amazing forests, majestic glaciers, and more. Anybody who has an … Continue reading
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EDITORIAL: Libraries become targets for HATE assaults
We will never manage, reduce or eliminate hate and hate-related crime in our society. Now some libraries have become targets of HATE assaults because some of their work has been viewed through the lenses of HATE. In June, PRIDE MONTH, some … Continue reading
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Need help with a medical issue?
A practical site relating to medical issues… Though we have not explored this site much, we think it may be of value to people who want medical information without going to their own physician. Link to the site: MEDICAL ADVICE … Continue reading
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PEPPER information you should know as a cook
You really should confer with this chart about peppers if you use them in your cooking. If you don’t use them, your cooking is losing out on lots of great flavour potential.
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Bolster the longevity of your memory
Memory lapses is normal at every age but when family and friends keep reminding you of your memory lapses, you may have issues with your memory. Pay attention Too often we do not pay enough attention when getting information at … Continue reading
July 11 – Groundhogs, hares and other garden varmints
Rotzy’s in attack mode as the garden varmints invade his garden…this just won’t do! BGH Stuff (Brantford General Hospital) The info in this piece might not be quite factual….I mean the tyme frame….but it is surely to be corrected by … Continue reading
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DONATION INFORMATION
Donations to BOOKz, COOKz, NOOKz, can be made by eTransfer to zippyonego@gmail.com Cheque written to Richard Szpin A tax receipt will be issued upon receipt of the donation. Thank you for your support.
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STUPIDITY: is America entering an intellectual wasteland?
A Canadian laments the decay of America. Once an admirer of the greatness of the United States, this older Canadian now laments the ongoing descent of a great country into its inevitable total destruction. Read STUPIDITY.
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The Blackout Challenge: Read about the latest fad among the youth of America
Gold fish swallowing was nothing compared to what young people are doing these days. You won’t believe this Remember old-time movies showing you fads in past eras: goldfish swallowing, telephone booth jamming, VW cramming, flagpole sitting and others things like … Continue reading
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The Jewish Gandhi of Cochin
The ‘Jewish Gandhi’ of Cochin by Bala Menon, Dr. Essie Sassoon
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latest update on the CANCER Road…
From the oncologist, Dr, Jenna Adelmant: “Nada”….In a few words, we are at the “wait-and-see” stage. Evidently, the radiation continues to have an impact even after therapy sessions have concluded. Then, time is required for the body to be affected and show … Continue reading
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Obvious Signs of Dementia I Missed in My Own Mother
Obvious Signs of Dementia I Missed in My Own Mother About 55 million people live with dementia worldwide, according to the World Health Organization. What makes this epidemic even scarier is that despite plenty of theories about dementia, no one really knows what … Continue reading
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MENOPAUSE: Dealing with it
Menopause symptoms may be managed better with collaboration with your doctor. McMaster Optimal Aging Portal 3 strategies to help you on your menopause journey As women age, they produce less and less female sex hormones like estrogen and progesterone until … Continue reading
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SRIRACHA Hot Sauce in short supply
If you’re a fan of SRIRACHA HOT SAUCE, be aware that supplies may be scarce soon as there is a scarcity of the needed red jalapeno chili peppers.
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CRIMINAL MISCHIEF, Stuart Woods
Sometimes you hit; sometimes you miss. Synopsis In this exhilarating new thriller from #1 New York Times bestselling author Stuart Woods, Stone Barrington goes up against an enemy on the run. After a dangerous adventure has him travelling up and … Continue reading
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July 4 – Canada Day, time to celebrate
Rotzy was celebratin’ Canada Day and wishing everyone a Happy Canada Day too.
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EDITORIAL: Canadians should not be smug about our own democracy
Canadians may be too smug about our democracy.
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CRAZY COVE, an anthology
CRAZY COVE, Editors Koroscil, Menon, Tucker
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Courtney Park Writers Group
Courtney Writers Group… The invitation to attend their summertime BBQ picnic makes this group sound very interesting and inviting….more to come soon. I was recently invited to a summertime BBQ lunch with a group of writers known as the Courtney … Continue reading
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Canada invited to becoming the next USA state
Canada invited to be an American state!
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The SZPINNER JULY 2022 Newsletter
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Vitamin D is an important part of healthy aging
Why vitamin D is an important part of healthy aging Source: McMaster University Optimal Aging Portal There are many health benefits associated with vitamin D. It can contribute to stronger bones, help fight off respiratory infections and regulate insulin levels. … Continue reading
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Madame Jeanne Louise Calment, 122 years old
Meet Madam Jeanne Louise Calment, who had the longest confirmed human lifespan: 122 years, 164 days. Apparently, fate strongly approved of the way she lived her life. She was born in Arles, France, on February 21, 1875. The Eiffel Tower … Continue reading
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PACHINKO, Lee Min-jin
Heather really enjoyed this book with its rich and emotional tale about a Korean fisherman’s daughter dealing with the life-challenging situation of being pregnant in very trying circumstances.
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READERS DIGEST: xenophobic bias against CANADA
Absolutely unbelievable!! Is it xenophobia or just American capitalism at work? My subscription to READERS DIGEST CANADA must be terminated. Last month, I could access READERS DIGEST Digital, the Canadian version on my desktop. Today…no more. After an hour of … Continue reading
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Shaded lawn problems…
We’ve shady lawn problems and Ms. N. is irked by it. Choose red and tall fescues for shady areas in Northern zones. Garden centres will have grass seed mixes formulated for shade. Late summer and mid-spring are the best times … Continue reading
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Best Exercises to Relieve Arthritis Pain
I have arthritis. Tylenol alleviates the pain and is my doctor’s recommendation but my prescription list is already very long. So I am searching for an alternate way of dealing with the issue. I have tried massage, chiropractic, and acupuncture. … Continue reading
On the PHYSIO road…
The Delahaye was a world-renowned car built in France in the first half of the 20th century. Today it still stars as a collector’s treasure in the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance in California. Another interesting trip has begun on the … Continue reading
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Da VINCI CODE, Dan Brown
Da VINCI CODE, Dan Brown The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown is one of the most commercially successful novels of the 21st century, known for its fast-paced plot, intricate puzzles, and controversial takes on history and religion. Synopsis While … Continue reading
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June 21 – Battle, Brazeau and Bingo
The memory ebbs and flows…Rotzy remembers more than 10 years ago, but not the nearer decade. “From Nakina” Gardens/Oldsters and The ”D” Word I knew full well that it was gonna pour down rain last Thurs aft….not just because of … Continue reading
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Banana for breakfast: healthy?
Monkey pox now….another pandemic? A proper diet is your first stop to maintaining good health. Start by eating a good breakfast. Should it include a banana?
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OPINION: PIERRE POILIEVERE – CANADA’S VERY OWN DONALD T****
This politician may just be the channelling of the USA’s ‘The Donald.’ He is extreme in his goals. He supports questionable causes. He promises outlandish schemes. If you ever got into a debate with him, he would likely beat you … Continue reading
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OPINION: Citizen opinions diminishing in importance
Rosie Dimanno, Toronto Star columnist, warns of the devaluation of OP-Ed pages in print media… To read her comments, Click –> DIMANNO
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Does Vaseline help with wrinkles?
Luisa Fanzani, the beauty behind the story of real cosmetic products, publishes many articles relating to beauty products and their true ingredients. One such story is about Vaseline as a wrinkles manager.
Why You Need to Go For a Walk Every Single Day
If you can, go for a walk every single day. Health experts continuously tout how healthy walking is. So if you can, no matter how slow the walk may be or how short your long really is, do it. You … Continue reading
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June 13 – Healthy, healthier and healthiest……yay summertime !!!
Healthy, healthier and healthiest The Rotzy and Miz Jo gardens are in fine form. Miz Jo is in fine form and ole Rotzy himself is in finest form. Summer’s near and everything is unfolding(?) as it should according to Rotz! … Continue reading
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Grandpas compared to Grandmas
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between Grandmothers and Grandfathers? Well, here it is: There was this loving grandfather who always made a special effort to spend time with his son’s family on weekends. Every Saturday morning, he … Continue reading
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JAN 6 HEARINGS: Why they are important
The Jan. 6 Hearings Why they are important The Jan 6. Hearings being televised on American TV are historical along the same lines as the Sen. Joe McCarthy hearings, the Watergate Hearings, the Ira-Contra hearings. The riots which took place … Continue reading
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45 lessons life taught me
Regina Brett 90 years old columnist for the Plain Dealer Cleveland, Ohio My odometer rolled over to 90 in August, so here is the column once more: Life isn’t fair, but it’s still good. When in doubt, just take the … Continue reading
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PRIDE MONTH: some thoughts
I am bothered by all this PRIDE thumping and I ask myself why. Everyone has a right to life and living as it suits them, as long as it doesn’t impact negatively on others. I have no problem being supportive of … Continue reading
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STARBUCKS – this is unbelievable
We apologize. We should have known better. We should have checked our sources. This is news story is a SCAM itself published in 2016. A hoax! Have doubts or misgivings about a story? Confirm its authenticity or validity at www.snopes.com
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June 6 – I DIDN’T VOTE…let me explain why
‘Don’t Be Rude To Seniors’…. The first one is OUTSTANDING. Rotzy and me, both of us are planning to put these to use next opp we have to get back at anti-Seniors. I LOVED/LOVE this one!! Check it out: *I … Continue reading
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DAYLIGHT, David Baldacci
Daylight is a troubling read. Less entertainment and pleasure and more thought provocation and mental prodding. My feeling is that it is a lukewarm example of David Baldacci. SynopsisFBI Agent Atlee Pine’s search for her sister Mercy clashes with military … Continue reading
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AGED DRIVERS….unfairly criticized
Blame is not the issue. Rather it’s awareness. Let’s get the stereotypes out of the way: Women are lousy drivers! Chinese can’t drive! Old codgers should not be on the road! Teenaged drivers should not be allowed on the road! … Continue reading
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EDITORIAL: “Four Horsemen of Calumny”
Canadian society has ills, to be sure but not like that of the United States. Many people may see the United States of the 1950s as being the darkest of times for American society. The polarization and division in the … Continue reading
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The SZPINNER June 2022 newsletter
It’s JUNE and the summer has arrived. We have already set all-time temperature records but very few people are complaining. The polar blasts and snow mountains are not memories of the far past, not yet. The newsletter this month has … Continue reading
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Prediabetes? How to delay or prevent type 2 diabetes
McMaster Optimal Aging Portal has an inf0rmative post about diabetes and prediabetes, health topics very worth considering and monitoring. To read the McMaster page, click: McMaster Optimal Aging Portal Some notes from the video: PREDIABETES is having higher than normal … Continue reading
May 24 – hoe, hoe, hoe….the merry season of seeding and planting
Rights of spring in earnest as Rotzy hits the hoe, row by row We Got Word From…. ….Annette Funicello (not her real name) a couple weeks back that our (10’x10′) plots over at Hope C/R Gardens would be ready for … Continue reading
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ATTENDED a wedding recently….
Talk about irony and coincidence…. I attended an Italian wedding celebration recently, but it was my Polish language skills that got tested and surprised, not my Italian ones. The reception proved to be incredibly and surprisingly interesting. Approximately 150 people … Continue reading
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WARNING – COGNITIVE TESTS endanger the Rights of Seniors
SENIORS are at much greater risk of being exploited, abused and taken advantage of. Find someone you trust and feel has your best interests in mind when dealing with changes to how you live. Do this before you reach a … Continue reading
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Benefits of Fish Oil
Introduction Benefits of Fish Oil Fish oil is one of the most commonly consumed dietary supplements. Also, it’s rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are very important for your health. If you don’t eat a lot of oily fish, taking … Continue reading
HELP – Will you help please?
Help OLDER ADULTS We’re considering adding a new section to BOOKz, COOKz, NOOKz but its success depends on help from people like you. The section will contain information, professional advice and personal commentary that will benefit older adults. The goal … Continue reading
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Mcdonald’s flipped their last burgers in Russia
In support of Ukraine, Mcdonald’s has decided to shut off the griddles, turn off the fryers and plug the soft drinks dispensers in Russia. Interesting how the corporate giant has decided spirit should trump profit. The fast-food giant has pulled … Continue reading
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May 16 – Mingling and sippin’ with Olympic greats
Rotzy’s mingling and sippin’ with Olympic great, Debbie Miller It’s Tyme….Almost Mary, Mary, quite contrary/ Tell me how does your garden grow?/ You got Silver Bells, you got Cockleshells/ Pretty Maids all in a row. *Lyrics from ‘Walkin’ The Dog’….Written … Continue reading
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HAPPINESS is HEALTHINESS
Happiness and health are related. Improving the first, improves the second. For more information, read HAPPINESS
Everyone farts, some more noticeably than others
Everyone farts While some people brag about never farting, the truth is that everyone does it—and there’s a wide range of what’s considered normal and healthy. The average person produces about 705 millilitres, or 24 ounces, of gas in 24 hours. … Continue reading
A healthier you, like stink !!!
11 Proven Health Benefits of Garlic Current research shows that garlic may have some real health benefits, such as protection against the common cold and the ability to help lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels “Let food be thy medicine, … Continue reading
Why I write?
Sue Orleans is a regular writer for the New Yorker and has written numerous highly acclaimed books, the best of which in my opinion is The Library Book. She has written an oustanding piece explanation her love for writing. Read … Continue reading
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10 Best late evening snacks
It’s after 8 pm and you can feel your stomach grumbling. Should you stick it out until morning or head to the kitchen? Nighttime eating tends to get a bad reputation—people often worry it causes weight gain, heartburn, indigestion or … Continue reading
Technically speaking – Mentors help seniors become computer savvy
Mentors helping seniors become computer savvy Technically Speaking BY Karen Stiller (Reader’s Digest, April 2022) WINNIPEG’S MURRAY DUFTIN could muddle his way around a computer. The 75-year-old often used one as a project manager in northern Manitoba. But since he … Continue reading
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May 9 – Scalp ’em !
Use of indigenous names, a no no ? Doug Ford, Ring of Fire, another no no. Rotzy’s definitely on a rant, though a clear and logical one. Readers Write These are from an oldster type person who still retains a … Continue reading
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The provincial leaders for the Premiership of Ontario
The Toronto Star Insight section, Sat, May 7 edition, has an excellent primer introducing voters to the three provincial leaders campaigning for the Premiership of Ontario. Click the name to access the article: DEL DUCA, FORD, HOWARTH LIBERAL Steven Del Duca by Tonia MacCharles A well-written, … Continue reading
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PERSONAL SAFETY presentation by Durham Police Dept.
In April, the Durham Police Dept.’s Officer Darryl Rice gave a presentation for the City of Pickering about PERSONAL SAFETY. The presentation was very comprehensive covering a wide range of topics: home safety, personal safety, travel safety and porch … Continue reading
Simple Ways for Men to Lose Weight After 50
A few small shifts help you shed extra pounds. If it seems like it’s become harder to lose weight since you hit age 50, you’re not imagining things. “As you age, your metabolism starts to slow down, and a lot … Continue reading
POPEYES (on Rylander, Scarborough)
I recently purchased some fried chicken wings from Popeyes…fast food, done well is the best way to summarize the order. [Disclosure: I also completed a survey for a free piece of chicken and biscuit…the text of my concluding reply is … Continue reading
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When you eat may be more important than what you eat
In a new study, researchers conclude that reducing calories is more important than restricting what time you eat when it comes to losing weight. They note that time restrictions can lead to overeating at certain times of the day. Experts … Continue reading
Why Do You Feel Exhausted? 12 Reasons (Plus Solutions)
Why Do You Feel Exhausted? 12 Reasons (Plus Solutions) If you’re feeling overly tired or have little energy, you’re not alone. Fatigue may be caused by simple factors like a lack of sleep or coming down with a cold or … Continue reading
May 2 – Lamentations that come with age
Rotzy laments some of the lamentations that come with ageing: health, girth, height decrease, memory instability. Life unfolding normally and its many challenges. But his sense of humour and his opinions and political barbs are as sharp as ever. It’s … Continue reading
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DEATH IN A STRANGE COUNTRY, Donna Leon
Death in a Strange Country, Donna Leon Synopsis Early one morning, Commissario Guido Brunetti of the Venice Police confronts a grisly sight when the body of a young man is fished out of a fetid canal. All the clues point … Continue reading
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The SZPINNER MAY 2022 NEWSLETTER
MAY 2022 Newsletter: [ The newsletter is posted in PDF format in its own window. To navigate the newsletter, click on the ARROW KEYS at the bottom left of the window.] [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.szpin.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/MAY-2022-NEWSLETTER-Ryan-edition.pdf” title=”MAY 2022 NEWSLETTER Ryan edition”]
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MOBILE CLINIC, PICKERING MAY 16, 10-6 pm
MOBILE CLINIC, PICKERING MAY 16, 10-6 pm WHEN: Monday, May 16, 2022 10:00 am – 6:00 pm WHERE: South Pickering Seniors Club 910 Liverpool Road North parking lot
Apr 25 – Earth Day, Brant Ford Stuff and then some….
Rotzy jumpin’ from topic faster than water drops on a greased griddle… Readers Write And clearly, some serious thought went into THIS one….check it out! *We can’t fight homelessness, hunger and poverty. But through such ‘innovative’ federal govt measures as … Continue reading
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Too old for technology
Too old for technology Oh give me a break…think like that, then leave. I refuse to think like that. I’m likely older than many of you but I am not sailing that ship of “I’m too old to be able … Continue reading
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EDITORIAL: The sins of our times
We live in strange times: wars, maniacal world leaders, unending viral pandemics, catastrophic climate changes. Troubled times where brotherly love is disappearing from every place, replaced by mass shootings, gun violence in the streets, shootings in places of worship, and … Continue reading
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DEATH IN THE DOLOMITES, David P. Wagner
Death in the Dolomites(Rick Montoya Italian Mystery #2)by David P. Wagner SynopsisRick Montoya takes a break from his translation business in Rome to join his college buddy Flavio in the Italian Alps. Heavy snow has brought enthusiastic skiers to the … Continue reading
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MyChart medical records log
This is a very useful medical record log for anyone who has been a patient in an Ontario Hospital. My experience is limited to the LAKERIDGE HEALTH Services, so it may not serve your needs. For anyone who has been … Continue reading
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SEX
Despite the old saying, ‘Don’t take your troubles to bed’, many men still sleep with their wives! 13. Question: Why do men find it difficult to make eye contact? Answer: Breasts don’t have eyes. 12. Marriage is the only war where … Continue reading
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OLD
A lament about ageing “Bull shit!” When you hear people saying these are the ‘golden years,’ they’re full of it. The best years of your life! Bologna. A great period of life? Agreed, considering the future alternative. I lament and … Continue reading
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Submit Publish Repeat
Do you have something you are interested in publishing? Read this book for more information.
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On AGEING
Lamentations on ageing. I have hit the wall of self-recognition. I’m old, increasingly afflicted with the maladies of old age: cancer, arthritis, muscle deterioration. The complaints are expanded elsewhere. See OLD. I am travelling three roads along the highway of old … Continue reading
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DEMON COPPERHEAD, Barbara Kingsolver
Demon Copperhead, By Barbara Kingsolver Synopsis Set in the mountains of southern Appalachia, this is the story of a boy born to a teenaged single mother in a single-wide trailer, with no assets beyond his dead father’s good looks and … Continue reading
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