First published in Hamilton Spectator May 3, 2000
When our dreams and hopes come into reality, the sun seems to shine brighter and the rainy days are few and far between. Our steps are that much higher, we develop an inner peace and a joy that comes rushing out to meet and welcome the days that are given to us. When positive circumstances are occurring, people and communities reap a harvest of energy that flows and touches an innermost flame.
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First published in Hamilton Spectator April 1, 2000
It was a beautiful bright winter day. You and dozens of others were out on the street, rushing to have lunch and probably get a number of other things done. You walk by what seems to be a fight between two drunks. You thought "I don't want to get involved. Besides it is only two drunks fighting over something." You discounted what you just observed. Then it happened. A good Samaritan came to the rescue. He saw that something was wrong and acted, broke in and stopped the hostility.
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First published in Hamilton Spectator February 2, 2000
Hi Everybody! It is a great honour for me to join the Spectator's Community Editorial Board. I want to thank the editors for their vision in bringing together a large cross section of individuals who represent a wide range of differing ideas. As you will find out by reading my columns over the next few months, communication is vital -- to share ideas, dreams, hopes, needs, wants and other information. Communication is the heartbeat of life. Without this simple capability, our every day experiences would be totally different. We as a society should be thankful to the Spectator for their insight in forming this Editorial Board, and to other public open forums that provide communication opportunities.
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