Opinion

Last week I spoke to a very dedicated and strong community member. She may not have all the advantages many other people have, but she definitely loves life, sees the problems she can help solving and wants to change the world for herself and others.

Weyburn Review editorial

My Nikkel's Worth column

We needed precipitation. I mean, we really needed precipitation. I don’t know if I’ve ever seen a region that was so eager to welcome some rain that would break up a stretch of beautiful weather.

There might have been a few loud shouts of joy, or popping of champagne corks, or even deep sighs of relief in Estevan last Tuesday. After all, the provincial budget had an announcement that was long overdue.

When it comes to training, behaviour modification and animal enrichment, I can go on for days.

Did I catch your attention? Results like this aren’t realistic or maintainable. Yet, we see titles or headlines, or crazy testimonials and think it’s possible and try the crazy gimmick, quick fix, or deprivation diet that claims you can do it too.

Mental health has become a buzzword this year, with people slowing down to look inward and so many others struggling during the pandemic year.

Remembrance or celebration? Simply put, it depends on reasons and attitudes. I certainly have experienced them both this year and both have affected my life forever.

The first report of April finds us enjoying warm temperatures and lots of sunshine. Since I last reported on the 31st of March, we had one of our staff members retire, Judy Moore.