Trust the politicians of B.C. to manage to make a further mockery of the political system in this province. I suppose it would be hilarious... MORE…
How blessed are we to live where we do - and to reap the rewards of being residents of Paradise? On the heels of a ridiculously mild... MORE…
If you are looking for something to do this weekend then consider popping into the open house hosted by Kelowna-Lake Country Conservative candidate... MORE…
I guess I should not be shocked that some people (well, one anyway) have recently drawn the analogy I remind them of Samson. That’s right—the... MORE…
Despite the fact that the NHL playoffs are just around the corner it seems the flavour of the game currently number one in B.C. is politics. With... MORE…
What comes around goes around. In the case of the Vancouver Canucks and their enigma goaltender, Roberto Luongo – it goes around... MORE…
With a provincial political election on the horizon, one should not be shocked or dismayed to learn that the ‘leader’ of the tattered B.C... MORE…
I was devastated and somewhat shocked at the sudden demise of my new friend, Don Robichaud, last week. Don died very quickly after being diagnosed with... MORE…
I am constantly amazed at how life often works in cycles and trends. This past week, for instance, has been filled with unanticipated,... MORE…
Growing up in the Okanagan Valley was more than just a dream, it truly was a blessing. Straight out of a novel or Hallmark... MORE…
Okay dig out your pen and calendar and mark a great big “Reserved” sign on Tuesday, March 5. You will not be sorry. That’s... MORE…
Last month was tarnished (for me) by the sad news that Kelowna has lost two more quality characters in Graham Takoff and Myrtie Reid. Both... MORE…
The return of NHL action to the sports world is a blessing or a bane, depending on whether you like the game or not. If you’re the... MORE…
Today’s column is probably the toughest I’ve written during 35 years penning HodgePodge. However, it’s one that’s... MORE…
Remind me to keep away from sharp pointy tools of construction – they have a way of becoming instruments of destruction. That’s... MORE…
Okay, everybody breathe. One of the two most important questions relative to the free world has been answered - and the other one is pending. Obama... MORE…
It’s not too often one gets to wish someone a happy 90th birthday, however it’s especially meaningful when the character is one of your... MORE…
The, tragic suicide saga of Amanda Todd reminds us of the sorrow and senseless stupidity attached with bullying. The incident understandably inspires... MORE…
I am looking forward to this weekend’s celebration of Thanksgiving for a couple of good reasons. First and foremost, Tez and I will have... MORE…
Okay, paint me confused. John von Dongen has quit yet another provincial political party because his leader is inept and not worthy of his support. "I... MORE…