Tag Archives: Canadian

Probably the Holiday Event of My Lifetime

Posted on December 1, 2025 by cdsmiller17

CPKC Holiday Train 2025 Okay, standing out in the freezing cold isn’t the most fun, but Susan wanted to see this train as it passed through Alban, Ontario last night. It was 20 minutes late, but we got to see … Continue reading →

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His Smile Hid a Lifetime of Sadness

Posted on November 28, 2025 by cdsmiller17

John Candy: I Like Me (2025) When your father dies of a sudden heart attack (at age 35) on your 5th birthday, and everyone celebrates it as if nothing has happened, the burden that you would carry for the rest … Continue reading →

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After My Previous Posts about the Stock Market…

Posted on October 19, 2025 by cdsmiller17

You Can Now Call Me a Hypocrite It’s easy to be skeptical about wealth management when you’re poor. But what do you do when you’re suddenly wealthy? Between my wife and myself, we have a quarter of a million Canadian … Continue reading →

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Here’s a Novel Idea: Tell a Story Through a Dog’s POV

Posted on August 31, 2025 by cdsmiller17

The Art of Racing in the Rain (2019) Let’s face facts: I’m a sucker for dog stories. This one was suggested by a family member, We watched it on Netflix, last night. Just to give you a larger slice of … Continue reading →

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It’s a Strange Question to be Asked:

Posted on July 10, 2025 by cdsmiller17

How Proud are You to be a Canadian? It goes without saying, doesn’t it? Most people who have dual citizenship will definitely use their Canadian passport to visit other countries because Canada has the best reputation in most places. But … Continue reading →

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If You Could Do Your Life Over, Would You?

Posted on April 12, 2024 by cdsmiller17

Being Erica (2009 – 2011) We all have regrets. During our lives, we chose one door, when we perhaps should have taken another. But what would happen if you were allowed to have a do-over? Would you be willing to … Continue reading →

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Would You Buy a Used AR-15 from This US Senator?

Posted on May 11, 2023 by cdsmiller17

Ted Cruz (December 22, 1970) Honestly, I feel a little embarrassed that this man was born in Canada. Although he renounced his Canadian citizenship in 2014, Texas citizens (who obviously don’t appreciate him) still refer to him as that Canadian. … Continue reading →

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Man, She’s (Still) Feels Like a Woman

Posted on July 28, 2022 by cdsmiller17

Shania Twain: Not Just a Girl (2022) This documentary came out on Netflix three days ago. We watched it last night. Emotionally, Shania appears to be back on track, but her speaking voice still shows signs of cracking, especially when … Continue reading →

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A Collaboration that was Recorded on Music Videos

Posted on April 22, 2022 by cdsmiller17

Bryan Adams (November 5, 1959) & Lysette Anthony (September 26, 1963) I knew she was someone I was familiar with, but I’d forgotten her name, over the ensuing years: Lysette Anthony. She ‘starred’ (and was featured) in several of Bryan … Continue reading →

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Canadian Journalist Decodes Mysterious Links

Posted on March 24, 2022 by cdsmiller17

Malcolm Gladwell (September 3, 1963) Well, he’s actually British born, but raised and educated in Canada. Malcolm Gladwell is a mixed blessing to us all. He seems to be able to go behind the scenes and discover what makes us … Continue reading →

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