Hodge Podge

Charlie Hodge posted May 17 2013

The B.C. Political Gong Show just got Louder

    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…

Charlie Hodge posted May 10 2013

Election Predictions and Good Wishes

  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…

Charlie Hodge posted April 26 2013

Celebrating Life...and Hockey

  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…

Charlie Hodge posted April 19 2013

Charlie Hodge's Samson moment

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…

Charlie Hodge posted April 12 2013

Politics and Major Mountains to Climb

  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…

Charlie Hodge posted April 5 2013

What Goes Around, Comes Around

  What comes around goes around.   In the case of the Vancouver Canucks and their enigma goaltender, Roberto Luongo – it goes around... MORE…

Charlie Hodge posted March 15 2013

With The Provincial Election Looming, Hodge Asks "Where Are The Leaders?"

  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…

Charlie Hodge posted March 8 2013

Saying Farewell, Celebrating, and Paying for Air?

  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…

Charlie Hodge posted February 22 2013

Hodge Podge: Marvellous Musical Moments

  I am constantly amazed at how life often works in cycles and trends.   This past week, for instance, has been filled with unanticipated,... MORE…

Charlie Hodge posted February 15 2013

Sunshine, super summers and skunks

    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…

Charlie Hodge posted February 8 2013

Folk Song Fundraiser for Camp Owaissi

    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…

Charlie Hodge posted February 1 2013

Hodge Podge: Farewells, CFL, and Imaginary Friends

    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…

Charlie Hodge posted January 25 2013

Hodge Podge Annual Hockey Predictions

    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…

Charlie Hodge posted January 18 2013

Enjoying Each Day, In Spite Of Emphysema

    Today’s column is probably the toughest I’ve written during 35 years penning HodgePodge. However, it’s one that’s... MORE…

Charlie Hodge posted November 16 2012

Power Tools and Headline Events

  Remind me to keep away from sharp pointy tools of construction – they have a way of becoming instruments of destruction.   That’s... MORE…

Charlie Hodge posted November 13 2012

Obama, Hockey and Remembering

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…

Charlie Hodge posted November 2 2012

Happy 90th Birthday, Howie Meeker

  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…

Charlie Hodge posted October 19 2012

Suicide Never Stops Hurting

  The, tragic suicide saga of Amanda Todd reminds us of the sorrow and senseless stupidity attached with bullying. The incident understandably inspires... MORE…

Charlie Hodge posted October 5 2012

Hodge Podge - October 5, 2012

    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…

Charlie Hodge posted October 1 2012

Paint Me Confused

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…

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