Gary’s Story: In His Own Words
Hear Gary’s story in person: An Act of Non-Violence Rally, Convocation Mall Simon Fraser University, Burnaby Campus, November 9th, 11:30am-1pm. Sponsored by the SFU Interfaith Centre. On Saturday November 8th, 2008 my world blew apart – literally. I was carrying a package I thought was a gift when it exploded in my hands. We had recently [...] Read More >
Eating Down the Fridge
Recently my husband and I had his sister and her husband over for supper. I explained rather sheepishly that my meal choices were made because I was trying to clean out the kitchen of random food items. I mean, it wasn’t all canned mushrooms and Jello, although I did make Jello Jigglers for the first [...] Read More >
The Truth About Restaurant Calories
By now it is probably clear to most consumers that eating out is not the healthiest choice. Yet, all the marketing hype projected by restaurants can sound quite convincing. Restaurants and fast food chains are pitching everything from fat free, no carbs, low calories, high fiber and other specialty menu items. Many even make specific promises [...] Read More >
I Wasn’t Ready to be a Grandma!
Are you a grandparent, and if so, did you feel "ready" when you heard the news? Read More >
9/11 and You
What were your feelings that tragic day? Shock? Fear? Anger? Confusion? Sadness? How do you process those feelings now, as reminders of the attacks come in anniversary commemorations and media coverage? Nearly two-thirds of American Red Cross 9/11 adult counselees still grieve, according to a study of those directly affected by the attacks.. Read More >
The Power of Words
Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can wound forever. I went from a gregarious child to a silent teenager, and I never told anyone was what going on. This is the story that saved my life. Read More >
Identity & Identity Theft
Every year, millions of people around the world, are victims of “identity theft”. HomeTownLife.com offers some helpful steps to reduce your chances of being an identity theft victim. These steps include things like protecting your credit card numbers and never replying to emails requesting financial information. When you think about it, it’s kind of sad how [...] Read More >
Recovering Wonder
How’s the view in your life? Are you riding an exciting wave or just barely holding up against the undertow? Perhaps you’ve stood strong against the waves for weeks, months, even years at a time. Or maybe there are moments where a question begins to surface as the waves thunder. Where has the wonder of life gone? Read More >
Find Community or Die Trying
From our first days on the playground to those tentative first days at work, everyone wants to belong. We all know that having a caring community around us better than not having one, but did you know that it can also make you live longer? John Donne famously penned the line “no man is an [...] Read More >
Connecting Through Technology
Do you use technology to stay in touch with family and friends?
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