After reading Cormac McCarthy’s post-apocalyptic novel, The Road, Genny Ross-Barons discovers a survival story on the isle of Roatan — with some thought-provoking parallels.
Lessons from the Simplest Things in Life
Debarati Deb learns a complex lesson about life from one of nature’s simplest vegetables — the humble cabbage.
No “Best Before” Date for Creativity
Creativity is not the exclusive domain of youth. Despite the media’s focus on young prodigies like the one who recently sang with Lady Gaga, great accomplishments can and do happen after age 40, according to Lorne Daniel.
Tarmac Meditations #44: Running Late
Deciding to go for a run is one thing, but when it comes to doing it, so many things conspire to get in the way.
The Merit Based Revolution
Using Florida’s merit-based pay legislation as an example, Peter Licari reflects on the importance of actually reading legislation that affects us.
Nuclear Power and Our Relationship with Earth
With Japan facing a nuclear crisis, Nathan Thompson shares some of the discussions he has been having over the past few days about nuclear energy, media-caused panic and the future of energy.
Tarmac Meditations # 43: Run Another Day
In his diary, Michael debates the meaning of status updates and the many reasons for not going for a run.
Happy St. Rusty’s Day
There’s St. Patrick’s Day and Valentine’s Day, but for Christianne Tisdale, a better reason to celebrate is the day she calls St. Rusty’s Day in homage to her hilarious, wise and “gloriously heart to heart” friend who died of cancer.
Teaching Your Dog Targeting – Simple, Easy to Teach, and Useful
What do you do when you need to move a six ton killer whale from one tank to another, or a 1000-pound polar bear from its outside enclosure to its indoor enclosure? You can’t just pick these animals up or give them a yank on the leash. While there have been all sorts of creative attempts at solving these problems, one simple behaviour solves all of them — and you can teach it to your own dog in one day.
Can I Borrow a Cup of Courage?
When you’re down and out and unable to go on, sometimes you need to borrow the courage to move forward. Once you do, a time may come when someone else needs it — and you can pay it forward.
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