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Doggie BITS: So you think Ford is being mistreated or misunderstood
Site visitors may think we have something personal against Doggie Ford. Not true. Our gut feeling just makes us feel this politician is our own version of an American ex-president. Both men are bullies, corporate bureaucratic bulldozers, political ruffians and … Continue reading
HEALTH & WELL: HEALTH: Why I eat an APPLE every day
I eat an apple every day. Too bad I eat much more as I continually whine about weight gain. But an apple as my late afternoon supper seems to help me manage the weight gain. It’s a struggle, particularly as … Continue reading
WRITERS n BOOKS: A blog writer worth reading
John Weiss is a writer, artist, and former police chief with twenty-six years of law enforcement experience. He holds a master’s degree in criminal justice administration and his work appears in The Guardian, NBC News, Simplify Magazine, Becoming Minimalist, Mr. Feelgood, Good Men Project, and elsewhere … Continue reading
WRITING SERVICES
Ever feel there just aren’t enough hours in the day? Writing is a full-time job. However, every writer has many ancillary tasks to do: editing, reviewing, promoting, publishing, and researching. These tasks take time and energy and deflect you from … Continue reading
NEWS: BELL applies for copyright ownership of the colour BLUE
This is either insanity to the extreme or absolute nonsense by a corporation. BELL is looking to trademark the ‘Bell Blue.” Corporations are either insane in their corporate policies or they are recognizing that the Canadian federal government is a … Continue reading
NEWS: Doggie FORD – CRONIES AND CORRUPTION
This leader sees that he can do anything he wants without being accountable. He cannot be voted out of office until the next election which may be in 2024. Read his next example of CRONISM and CORRUPTION —> Dog FORD
HEALTH & WELL: NUTRITION: The healthiest types of CHEESE
Mozzarella: Mozzarella is a soft white cheese with high moisture content. It originated in Italy and is usually made from Italian buffalo or cow’s milk. Mozzarella is lower in sodium and calories than most other cheeses. Mozzarella is a soft … Continue reading
POLITICS FEDERAL: Ottawa “BELLY Company” does the “CABINET SHUFFLE”
The Prime Minister, like many politicians, blows a lot of hot air while Canadians suffer economically. OTTAWA CABINET MINISTERS, JULY 2023 MINISTRY Name MINISTER AGRICULTURE LAWRENCE MacAULAY CITIZENS’ SERVICES TERRY BEECH CROWN-INDIGENOUS RELATIONS GARY ANANDASANGAREE DEFENCE BILL BLAIR DIVERSITY, INCLUSION, … Continue reading
AGEING & SENIORS: NUTRITION: What is the most nutritious food for seniors
Because older people have special nutritional requirements, it is essential to emphasize nutrient-dense foods in such their diets. Some examples of healthy foods that are good for seniors: Fruits and vegetables: Fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber, … Continue reading
PICKERING: PROPERTY TAXES? Quit complaining!
RECORD CITY ’22 TAX RATE AVG HOME TAX TAX 500K Home TAX 1m Home TAX 1.5m Home 1 Toronto 0.63% $6,908 $3,160 $6,319 $9,479 2 Markham 0.65% $8,273 $3,225 $6,450 $9,675 3 Richmond Hill 0.67% $8,834 $3,353 $6,707 $10,060 4 … Continue reading
PICKERING: Is our municipal council failing us with PROPERTY TAXES?
We’re too high on the list Mr. Mayor!
The SZPINNER AUG 2023 Newsletter
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POLITICS: About INFLATION from ‘The Szinner’ newsetter
Recently, we published a primer about INFLATION. The Fraser Institute, a Canadian think tank, writes in depth analysis about Canada’s economy. It has stated that the growth of government debt in Canada since the 2008/09 recession and the fiscal challenges … Continue reading
AGEING & SENIORS: PICKERING: I keep telling them….”SIMPLIFY, SIMPLIFY, SIMPLIFY”
I keep telling the City of Pickering, “Keep it simple” but they still don’t get it. Am beginning to wonder about where the “simple” lies with the City. My research, my work, my experience with teaching adults reinforces one thing … Continue reading
SIMPLE GMAIL NOTES extension to manage gmails like a PRO
Your gmail records can be really improved with this great extension… Simple Gmail Notes by BART Solutions. __________________________________ The extension tool allows you to write notes about any gmail you have inside the gmail itself. This means you can write … Continue reading
PICKERING: Kudos to Mayor Ashe and the City of Pickering in the fight against HATE
Kudos to Mayor Ashe on his denunciation of the HATE crimes vandalization of the LGBT+ crosswalks in Pickering. It is sad and also a cause of anger that such despicable vandalism happens in our community. The City is working hard … Continue reading
AGEING & SENIORS: HEALTH: Should You Take Ozempic or Other GLP-1 Drugs If You’re Over 65?
Many people are frustrated with their weight reduction efforts. A new set of drugs available by injection are available. They are classified as GLP-1 drugs and Ozempic is one example of them. GLP-1 drugs: A class of medications that lower … Continue reading
BITSnBYTES: A very useful tool displaying ‘crime hotspots’ in the Durham Region
Durham Police Services has an interesting and informative service, ‘Interactive Crime Map,’ that displays crime hotspots based on your selection of type of crime. The criteria for the map below was “AUTO THEFT.“ Users can choose various aspects to show … Continue reading
