Posted on August 18, 2007, 8:08 am, by GrandpaRichard, under
Advice.
I found this article in an article directory this morning and just had to share it with you. Much of what this author says is not just for us grey-haired grandpa types. It is a good recipe for everyone. Please read it and if you have a failing grade in any of the 7 areas, [...]
Posted on August 15, 2007, 5:06 am, by GrandpaRichard, under
Quotes.
John Davison Rockefeller, Sr. (July 8, 1839 – May 23, 1937) was an American industrialist and philanthropist. Rockefeller revolutionized the petroleum industry and defined the structure of modern philanthropy. Rockefeller had always believed since he was a child that his purpose in life was to make as much money as possible, and then use it [...]
Posted on August 14, 2007, 11:03 am, by GrandpaRichard, under
News.
The sales of hybrid cars was up 90% in the first half of 2007. That is great news. The price difference between traditional models and hydrids is shrinking, and higher gas prices are also helping. (for more environmental news, click here)
Posted on August 13, 2007, 8:24 am, by GrandpaRichard, under
News.
Although Grandpa Richard rarely drinks alcoholic beverages, he does not have a problem with others enjoying them – in moderation. It seems that liver problems are showing up in younger and younger people who live in Great Britain. Binge drinking amongst the young is to blame, say experts. More and more people in their 20′s [...]
Posted on August 12, 2007, 6:20 am, by GrandpaRichard, under
Observation.
The Toronto Islands are disappearing, due to the erosion caused by wave action. You would think that this would have already been happening. Truth is, it has. So what’s new? What’s new is that man, in his wisdom, created a man-made spit to the east of the islands, blocking the influx of new material that [...]
Posted on August 11, 2007, 7:53 am, by GrandpaRichard, under
Opinion.
In this case it may be a lifetime sentence, without hope of parole. Montreal is considered by many to be Canada’s sexiest city. The residents that helped the city get its reputation are paying for their carnality. Certain STDs that are more resistant to common treatments have skyrocketed in cases by 65% over the past [...]
Posted on August 10, 2007, 10:50 am, by GrandpaRichard, under
Opinion.
If you must know Grandpa Richard’s stand, here it is. If a Church-based school will stick to certain standards, they should be eligible for the provincial portion of the education grant. That’s the way it is in Manitoba, and I think Ontario should follow suit.