As summer ended last year, the central air conditioning unit on our house decided it would stop working. Cooler days were ahead, so there was no need to rush to fix it. There would be plenty of time in the “off-season” to take care of it.

I need to go to the grocery store. I’ve been saying that every day for the past week, and as each day passes and the cupboards and refrigerator continue to empty, it becomes even more apparent.

As I pen this month’s column, I have anniversaries on my mind. This month, my husband and I celebrate our 10-year wedding anniversary. When I reflect on our past decade together, I am amazed at what we’ve been able to accomplish in what seems like a short period of time.

Canada recently acknowledged the importance of safety on the farm with its annual National Farm Safety Week.

“The truth hurts.” Maybe you have used this expression before. Maybe it has been said to you. And yes, it really can hurt. Sometimes it is unpleasant to hear. Sometimes it stings.

As I’m finally back at my desk, four hours after I intended to start work today, I can’t help but think of all of the things that slipped out of my control this morning.

Over the past several weeks, I’ve been talking with a co-worker about setting goals. She was looking for a set of goals to challenge her in work and in life.

Last month, I wrote about Hank Wagner and his passion for lifelong learning. The advice he shared was to read a little bit each day. I decided to take Hank’s advice and sought out a book from one of his favourite authors, John C. Maxwell.

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, people will soon be making lists of the things they are thankful for. While it is good to take time once a year to recognize the many good things in our lives, I recently read an article that encourages a regular reflection of thanks, especially during times of challenge and change.