The China Effect Continues

An article or two ago I wrote out how I think the economy in North America might roll out in the coming years. Basically I said the good times baby boomers enjoyed for years likely have ended. Oh sure, some people will continue to make big wages, have lots of money and fun. But the […] Read more

Help The Kids Develop Skills

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching. Cutting and arranging the hearts to make the Valentine Puppy focuses on a child’s fine motor skills and the ability to follow directions. Older children can practise printing as they copy out the valentine poem for the puppy’s tummy. VALENTINE PUPPY Materials: 1 sheet red construction paper 1 sheet pink […] Read more


Here’s A Great Winter Project

Chinese Lanterns (more commonly called Courthouse Steps) is a Log Cabin variation, one of many traditional patterns that work well for using up small amounts of fabric. Pieced in the same order as a Log Cabin block, Chinese Lanterns, is coloured in quarters rather than in diagonal halves. In this variation, the colours are planned […] Read more

Hey Potato, Open Your Eyes

White-fleshed spuds have long been a Canadian staple. Fortunately, you can find good varieties in other colours, too. A reliable provider of tasty tater treasures is Eagle Creek Seed Potatoes, Box 70, Bowden, Alta., T0M 0K0. Write to this address, call 1-877-224-3939 or email [email protected] request a print catalogue. Half the fun is thumbing through […] Read more


Get NH3 Certified Online

You’ll find a lot of online courses for business skills, marketing, finance, HR and many other skills One of the difficult things about living in a rural area has always been the need to drive somewhere to get something. We had to drive six miles to get a quart of milk. And 30 miles to […] Read more

Hear Andy Speak

Andy Sirski will speak about his covered call strategy in High River, Alta., on February 24. As a promo, he writes: A lot of readers say they have no time to invest. But look at the money some readers made with one or two reversible transactions per year. Potash Corp.: Sold one call in March […] Read more


How I See The Economy

Some people are very pessimistic about the economy and that we’re all heading for a depression. Some people say, “Hey, there’s nothing wrong, let’s just work, laugh a bit and enjoy life.” So who is right? Or is there a right and wrong answer? I will explain how I see the economy shaping up going […] Read more

Nutritious Nuggets For Your Valentine

Whatever your choice, I hope you have a loving, rewarding Valentine’s Day. For this Valentine’s Day issue I thought I’d treat you to some ideas that you can give your loved one(s) that won’t break their nutritional banks and still leave you smelling like a rose. First, there’s the all-time favourite: chocolate. Two things need […] Read more


Recycled Denim Creates Thriving Business

Several years ago, Pat Wasylkowski received a request from a client of her husband’s hair salon for a pair of moccasin-style slippers. “I had always enjoyed sewing in home economics at school, and although it had been many years since I’d sewn anything, I thought I’d give it a go,” she says. After several attempts, […] Read more

Sweet Sensations For Valentine’s Day

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, what better way to celebrate this special occasion than with some sweet sensations. These recipes are sure to guarantee a sweet ending on Valentine’s Day — or any day. MARSHMALLOW SLICE Base: 2 c. all-purpose flour 6 tbsp. brown sugar 1 c. margarine Topping: 1-1/2 tbsp. Knox gelatin […] Read more