'OZ' - The 'Other' Side of the Rainbow

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Tuesday, June 03, 2025

"The Hollowbell Pact"

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In the town of Hollowbell, something was wrong — not just wrong, but backwards . It had been that way for as long as anyone could remember. ...
Monday, June 02, 2025

“Bad” Foods You Can Stop Demonizing

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It's common for certain foods to be labeled as "bad" due to various reasons, but many of them can be part of a balanced diet...

Never Do This When Using Public Wi-Fi

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When using public Wi-Fi, it's crucial to be cautious to protect your personal information and maintain online security. Here are some ...

Eye Care Tips Your Optometrist Wishes You Knew

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Regular Eye Exams: Schedule regular eye exams, even if you don't wear glasses. These exams can detect potential issues early, prevent...

How it works: Booting your computer

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Ah, the good old days when boot was not hidden by splash screens Booting a computer is actually a very complex process. Here’s a simple ex...
Sunday, June 01, 2025

Try This Trick the Next Time You're Struggling to Open a Jar

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If you're struggling to open a stubborn jar, here's a handy trick you can try: Hot Water Soak: Run the lid of the jar under hot wa...

The Worst Foods for Gut Health

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The health of your gut is influenced by the foods you eat, and certain choices can be detrimental to gut health. Here are some of the wors...

June's Embrace

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In June's embrace, the world awakes, A symphony of life, as nature takes Her brush, with colours bold and bright, A canvas painted in ...
Saturday, May 31, 2025

Pickleball

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Pickleball is a paddle sport that has rapidly gained popularity across the globe, attracting players of all ages and skill levels. Combini...

If you could only change one food packaging design, what would you change and how

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One area of food packaging design that could benefit from improvement is single-use plastic packaging. To address this, a more sustainable...

Discovering your homosexuality

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Occasionally, I hear a person say that they didn't realize they were homosexual until their late 20s, if not older. Why does it some...

The 411 - Why Pill Bottles Are Almost Always Orange

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Pill bottles are almost always orange (or amber) primarily due to practical and safety-related reasons: 1. UV Light Protection The orange (a...
Friday, May 30, 2025

R.I.P. Loretta Swit (1937 - 2025)

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Loretta Swit, who won two Emmy Awards playing Major Margaret Houlihan, the demanding head nurse of a behind-the-lines surgical u...

Some marketing disasters from history

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Several marketing disasters throughout history serve as cautionary tales for businesses and marketers. These instances often involve poorl...

If humans evolved from apes, then why do we lose their strength?

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The statement that "humans evolved from apes" is a common oversimplification. The more accurate way to express the concept is th...

Q & A: 🕷️ Are Spiders Really Crawling Into Your Mouth at Night?

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Q: 🕷️ Are Spiders Really Crawling Into Your Mouth at Night?  A: No — the idea that spiders regularly crawl into your mouth while you sleep...
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There's a Scientific Reason Rain Smells So Good

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There is a scientific reason behind the pleasant smell that often accompanies rainfall. This distinctive aroma is known as "petrichor...
Thursday, May 29, 2025

Never Order These at a Fast Food Restaurant

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The suitability of items at a fast-food restaurant can vary based on personal preferences, dietary restrictions, and health considerations...

FYI - In Sweden at night, why do many homes leave the blinds open and put candles and lamps in the windows?

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In Sweden and other Scandinavian countries, it's a cultural tradition to embrace and celebrate the darkness during the winter months. ...

FYI - The 32 hour work week

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The idea of a 32-hour workweek — typically framed as four 8-hour days instead of the traditional five — has been gaining traction in North...

Tires - Why fill them to 40 psi when the door says 32?

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It's important to follow the manufacturer's recommendations for tire pressure, as indicated on the placard located on the driver...
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Saskatoon, SK, Canada
I (he/him) was born September 12, 1962 in St. Boniface, MB Canada. I live in Saskatoon, SK. I have one child, a son, of whom I am incredibly proud. I attended Royal school in Charleswood and after a couple of years at St. Paul's High School, I graduated from Shaftesbury High. I attended Red River Community College in Winnipeg and received a certificate in Business Administration, with a Major in Marketing and Management. I attended the University of Manitoba, earning multiple certifications in LAN Administration and industry credentials from Novell, (CNA); Microsoft, (MCP); and CompTia, (A+). February 25, 2002 was an important turning point in my life and I was re-born.
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