Month: <span>November 2023</span>

by Kim Jasken Published by Your Nickle’s Worth Publishing  Review by Michelle Shaw  $24.95 ISBN 9781778690167 Spring of 2020 was a strange and frightening time for everyone. For the Jasken family, the uncertainty of the early days of the pandemic were exacerbated when their 11-year-old daughter suddenly collapsed, and they discovered the cause was heart...

There is a type of magic that happens to each of us when we’re “in the zone.” This creative feeling comes instructively to everyone when you give yourself over to the things you love. Everyone should take time for this if they want to reach their full potential. When I was younger, I always wanted...

(Family Features) Whether you’re hosting a large holiday gathering or simply savoring the season with those nearest and dearest, serving up flavorful dishes your friends and family will love is key to bringing everyone together. With a full portfolio to choose from, you can shake up your meals all throughout the season using inspiration and...

Taylor Gooch, Cam Smith, Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau are obviously four of the world’s best golfers. But where they rank in the world is up for debate because … well, there are a few reasons. Debate Point One: LIV golfers no longer receive world-ranking points because they play on a tour, the Saudi Arabian-based...

Sesame milk is a non-dairy milk alternative that is made from sesame seed and water, a perfect option for those who are lactose intolerant or follow a vegan or dairyfree diet. Sesame milk has seven per cent more calcium than cow’s milk. This milk is rich in protein, Vitamin D and fibre. There are many...

On the spectrum of physical ability, where do you rank? More importantly, where do you want to rank?  Let’s look at a five-point scale. Most people over 50 fall into one of these categories. 1. Elite athlete 2. Fit 3. Independent 4. Frail 5. Dependent We’ll look at each in more detail below. But take...

What’s one of the worst errors that young people make early in life? It’s the failure to practise preventive medicine. So, let’s have a talk with young people about how to protect their bones for a lifetime. We know that kids of all ages break bones playing sports. It’s annoying when this happens, leaving them...

Last week, Lieutenant Governor Russ Mirasty delivered the 2023 Throne Speech outlining the Saskatchewan government’s agenda for the upcoming legislative session. Premier Scott Moe said the Throne Speech outlines the government’s plan to build and protect Saskatchewan. “Together with Saskatchewan people, we will continue to build a strong province, a strong economy, strong communities and...

Autumn is the breeding season for both moose and deer species, causing increased movement as they actively seek out mates in new territories across the province. Due to this spike in wildlife mobility, the majority of vehicular collisions with wildlife coincides with this season. According to SGI, vehicle collisions with wildlife results in an average...

By the time Halloween arrives, it is always a bit of a tossup whether we have snow and whether all the little ghosts and goblins will be able to enjoy their trick or treat rituals, or if they will be a brief event. We have been fortunate, but some things can always be counted upon...