Opinion

Dear Editor Over the past few months most prices farmers receive for their products have fallen by more than 50 per cent.

At this time of year I spend extensive time in conferences, learning everything from the latest in fracking to heart health.

Last week, the Journal ran an ad from a January 1955 issue. It was an advertisement announcing a baby shower for a child of one of the Humboldt Indians, the old junior hockey team here in town.

Ed, my neighbour next door, saw me by my back door dismantling a bathroom cabinet a couple of days ago.

Dear Editor April 1 is here and it appears that the joke will be on those of us who are federal superannuates.

"Out, damned spot! Out, I say!" commanded Lady MacBeth. Although I claim no likeness to the Lady or to her learned creator, I think I partially understand her frustration.

By the time you read this the April Fool's goblins will have had their fun with everyone.

For years, driving past fields of annual sunflowers (Helianthus annuus) destined for oil, "spits" or birdfeed, I've marvelled at their height and ability to "follow the sun.

Wine is never boring. There are hundreds of grape varieties grown in dozens of countries - Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Malbec, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz/Syrah, to name only a few you may have heard of before.

Dear Editor This is for the irresponsible pet owners out there. How inhumane and cruel it is to abandon a dog or cat at someone's farm? In my case I feel I've been the victim of a repeat offender. I have had numerous cats dumped here over the years.