Opinion

After the Re-Launch announcement, I was left feeling as though it has been assumed that Arenas are used for recreational purposes and large gatherings only and that consideration as to the positive economic and mental health impact they have in our Society had been overlooked.

In the midst of this the Coronavirus entered. I was forced to slow down, and I felt the delight of calling my neighbours and asking about their wellbeing, and giving my relatives the love that was once the pleasure of my childhood.

With the pandemic affecting so many aspects of our lives, some municipalities may have to reassess their financial viability.

Our government has already committed us all to this plan so please, let’s do what we can; let’s be smart, be patient, make your choices wisely and let’s not undo all the good work we’ve done so far.

Here’s the perfect prescription for these days of COVID-19 doom and gloom: a Cup of Light.

The task of preserving culture in the face modernization is not an easy task. So, remind yourself, the young Indigenous men and women who are judged so harshly are likely skilled hunters and harvesters.

We honour our teachers, who are critically important adults of influence in the lives of our children. We can all remember a special teacher in our youth who contributed positively to who we are as adults today.

This week’s column celebrates the 80 th birthday of one of our coffee companions who hasn’t missed a week since Coffee with Warren began appearing in the Cochrane Eagle with its first issue on August 1, 2001.