Archive for August 2007

Easy Tips To Aging Gracefully

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, [...]

Getting Rich should not be the Ultimate Goal

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 [...]

Hybrid Sales

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)

In Moderation

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 [...]

We Cannot Leave Well Enough Alone

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 [...]

Do the crime, Pay the time

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 [...]

Religious Schools

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.