Seasonal Considerations

People will walk in ~ and walk out of your life ~

but the one whose footstep made a long-lasting impression
is the one you should never allow to walk out.
(Michael Bassey Johnson)

Santa, Can You Send Me a Relationship for Christmas?

In response to the letter-writer's plea, Ellie wrote about this girl
(a 34-year-old female...working full time...and doing volunteer work

which has made her dating quite challenging. She then wrote to Santa!)

Since I last wrote you, Santa, I finished elementary and high school, then got undergraduate and graduate degrees. I did volunteer work in Southeast Asia ...then some freelance writing about it ...and landed a job in the public service. For Christmas this year, I want lots of snow.
Snowshoeing and cross-country skiing are two of the ways I love to spend my weekends.

My second wish? A date or two that could turn into a long-time relationship.

Dating sites aren''t working out for me. Though I've gone on some nice dates, with some interesting men, you, Santa, have a much broader reach than those sites. So, maybe Santa, you know of someone who's outdoorsy...kind...loves his Mom (from a healthy distance)...and is open to an adventurous life.
It would also be great if he worked full time!

To her request, Elle stated, “ This column is not a dating or match-making service. “

Elle's Tip of the Day

Pursue your interests and seek like-minded people ~ and you, not Santa,
will find your next relationship.

Help Save Cootes Paradise from Sewage with Your Old Christmas Tree

RBG scientists want to build a yuletide barrier between

ongoing contamination in Chedoke Creek and the environmentally sensitive marsh.

Barry Gray's photo illustrates a man tossing his Christmas tree into a provided space.

Blue Jays: Starter Roark

Yes, Readers, I'm well aware this is onlyDecember.

.However, I'm also aware that professional sports team owners and managers
seek to fill necessary positions on their teams.

A baseball columnist wrote: “The reason right-hander Tanner Roark decided to sign with the Blue Jays boiled down to one simple concept: They made him feel wanted. Toronto was the first team to reach out to Roark's representatives when 'free agency' opened last month. The Blue Jays organization maintained constant communication from start to finish. There were lengthy phone conversations with both the pitching coach and the bullpen coach. The club provided stats showcasing the defensive talents of its young talented catchers. The Jays wanted Roark to feel as comfortable as possible before 'signing on the dotted line.' As most of you know, I've been a Blue Jay's fan ~ since way back to the days when prior to the Major League, they were known as The Toronto Maple Leafs...playing in the International League.. games played in Maple Leaf Stadium located in the city's western end.

Holiday Gifts for Four-Legged Family Members

Shoppers are busy 'making lists and checking them twice' should ensure they don't overlook the family pet. Christmas has gone to cats and dogs as a greater number of people include their companion animals when selecting gifts each year ~ gifts ranging from everyday needs like food and treats ~ to more lavish extravagances like 'spa treatments. Other purchase gifts may be: Natural Pet Products... Specialty Pet Services...Mobile Pet Grooming...and here are a few more:

Pet DNA test to trace breed and ancestry
Interactive puzzles to keep pets engaged to banish boredom

Stylish storage baskets for pet toys

Hidden cat litter or dog crate items to camouflage commonly used pet items

Heated pet bed for cozy nights and mornings

Vests, coats and sweaters to look good and remain comfortable
Pet Gifts are popular this time of year~ ensuring all family members have a treat to open.

Solutions to Life

(stated by Roy T. Bennett)

Instead of worrying about what you cannot control,

shift your energy to what you can create.

Author: Merle Baird-Kerr...written December 22, 2019

Comments always welcome...mbairdkerr@cogeco.ca