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Emancipation Day comes to Canada
There’s so much happening in our little corner of Canada this weekend. You might say that in New Brunswick we are being emancipated from the emergency restrictions put in place to combat COVID. Starting yesterday, the province that cut off … Continue reading
Posted in History and Politics
Tagged abolition, Canada, COVID, Emancipation Day, history, New Brunswick, New Brunswick Day, racism, slavery, systemic racism
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Gratitude Sunday: including President Biden’s obvious concern for the welfare of Canadians
A few fellow bloggers I follow often have a Gratitude Sunday post; I thought maybe I’d give it a try considering all that I have to be grateful for this week. Aside from the over-the-top joy of seeing both families … Continue reading
South Africa: Cry the beloved country
Cry the beloved country, Alan Paton’s acclaimed novel about South Africa, written way back in 1948, has much to teach us today. That’s especially true right now, as the beautiful country of South Africa, with so much potential, finds itself … Continue reading
Posted in History and Politics
Tagged Durban, Gandhi, hope, human rights, insurrection, looting, Mandela Day, Nelson Mandela, passive resistance, peace, riots, Souh Africa
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Thoughtful Thursday: the more things change the more they stay the same?!
A humorous look at similarities and differences through the decades (thanks, Francine). Which ones resonate with you? Do any of these induce nostalgia for anyone?! Enjoy. 🙂 Image sources: unknown
Posted in Thoughtful Thursday
Tagged changes through the decades, decades, humor, humour, social change
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Some animal humour to lighten the mood
The world keeps throwing so many serious challenges at us that require our attention, but I thought it might be a good idea to take a break and share some of my favourite cartoons. Enjoy! 🙂
