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BG’s Positively Speaking
How Rich Are You?
So often, as we go through each day, we are met with a barrage of negative feelings, comments and ideas. At times we feel that there is nothing “good” around us and that life is a drag. With all these negative feelings we don’t take time to reflect on the good and positive things in our lives. A while back I came across this little piece that may help to shed new light on your life.
RICHES
You are richer today than you were yesterday…
If you have laughed often, given something, forgiven even more, made a new friend, or made stepping stones of stumbling blocks; if you have thought more in terms of “thyself” than “myself,” or if you have succeeded in being cheerful even if you were weary.
You are richer tonight than this morning…
If you have taken time to trace the handiwork of God in the commonplace things of life, or if you have learned to count out things that really do not count, or if you have been a little blinder of the faults of friend or foe.
You are richer…
If a little child has smiled at you, and a stray dog has licked your hand, or if you have looked for the best in others and have given others the best in you. Anonymous
I hope that having read this poem, you will have gained a deeper insight into what “being rich” is. Very often it’s not the amount of money and possession’s we have that make us feel good. It is the simple, often unexpected, things in our life. Few, if any of us get a “warm and fuzzy feeling” from our bank account. It comes from the positive, warm, loving interaction with the people we share this life with.
How Rich Are YOU?
Editors Quote Book
“ People who talk the most about morality are the people who possess the least of it.”
— James Carville
Rear View Mirror
May 10, 1798: Captain George Vancouver died in Petersham, England. Born June 22, 1757 he entered the Royal Navy at age 13. Given command of his own ship and promoted to Captain in 
1791 he became best known for his 1791–95 expedition, which explored and charted North America’s northwestern Pacific Coast regions, including the coasts of contemporary Alaska, British Columbia, Washington and Oregon. He also explored the Hawaiian Islands and the southwest coast of Australia.\
Vancouver Island, the cities of Vancouver, British Columbia; Vancouver, Washington, US; Mount Vancouver on the Yukon/Alaska border; and New Zealand’s fourth highest mountain are named after him. A life-sized statue covered in gold of George Vancouver stands on top of the British Columbia Parliament Buildings in Victoria and many locations in the Pacific Northwest are named after his crew and friends.
Kid Smart
A young boy enters a barber shop and the barber whispers to his customer, “This is the dumbest kid in the world. Watch while I prove it to you.”
The barber puts a dollar bill in one hand and two quarters in the other, then calls the boy over and asks, “Which do you want, son?” The boy takes the quarters and leaves. “What did I tell you?” said the barber. “That kid never learns!”
Later, when the customer leaves, he sees the same young boy coming out of the ice cream parlor. “Hey, son! May I ask you a question? Why did you take the quarters instead of the dollar bill?”
The boy licked his cone and replied: “Because the day I take the dollar the game is over!”
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Your Horoscope
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Aries Mar. 21 – Apr. 19: Social invitation sounds good, but you would do well to stay at home. Avoid crowds and concentrate on family and friends.
Taurus Apr. 20 – May 20: Take stock of your current position and re-evaluate your options. You may have overlooked the obvious.
Gemini May 21 – June 20: A downward trend in the market will not affect you. Don’t jump ship and panic. Your investments will recover.
Cancer June 21 – July 22: Ask for help reorganizing your affairs. Some major work will need to be done before you can expect to recoup your losses. Be patient.
Leo July 23 – Aug 22: A real estate project gets off the ground. Working with partners will create a topnotch team Together you can beat the rest.
Virgo Aug 23 – Sept 22: Eliminate overlapping projects by greater delegation. By dividing the responsibilities you will increase your volume.
Libra Sept 23 – Oct 22: A little spring-cleaning will help clear the cobwebs out of your mind as well as your home. Vigorous activities can reduce stress.
Scorpio Oct 23 – Nov 21: Health issues need to be addressed. If you disagree with a professional, seek a second opinion. Don’t wait until it’s too late.
Sagittarius Nov 22 – Dec 21: Careful negotiation will net big returns. Before signing on the dotted line, read the fine print. Honesty is not everyone’s policy.
Capricorn Dec 22 – Jan 19: Remember that opinions are just that. You too, are entitled to yours. Don’t take yourself so seriously.
Aquarius Jan 20 – Feb 18: A change of scenery would do you a world of good. Plan a little R&R with a good friend and take it easy for awhile.
Pisces Feb 19 – Mar 20: More information is forthcoming. You need to be in the know before making a final decision. Don’t jump to conclusions.
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The Hitchhiker
A man decided that he was going to ride a 10-speed bike from Phoenix to Flagstaff. He got as far as Black Canyon City before the mountains just became too much and he could go no farther. He stuck his thumb out, but after 3 hours hadn’t gotten a single person to stop.
Finally, a guy in a Corvette pulled over and offered him a ride. Of course, the bike wouldn’t fit in the car. The owner of the Corvette found a piece of rope lying by the highway and tied it to his bumper. He tied the other end to the bike and told the man that if he was going too fast, to honk the horn on his bike and that he would slow down. Everything went fine for the first 30 miles.
Suddenly, another Corvette blew past them. Not to be outdone, the Corvette pulling the bike took off after the other. A short distance down the road, the Corvettes, both going well over 120 mph, blew through a speed trap. The police officer noted the speeds from his radar gun and radioed to the other officer that he had two Corvettes headed his way at over 120 mph. He then relayed, “…and you’re not going to believe this, there is a guy on a bike honking his horn trying to pass them.”
An Invitation To Dinner
“Honey,” said this husband to his wife, “I invited a friend home for supper.” “What? Are you crazy? The house is a mess, I didn’t go shopping, all the dishes are dirty, and I don’t feel like cooking a fancy meal!” “I know all that.” “Then why did you invite a friend for supper?” “Because the poor fool’s thinking about getting married.”
Learning The Language
Some Fun Facts About Canada Eh!
FACT! There’s Less Gravity in Parts of Canada — Seriously!
It might sound like science fiction, but it’s true—Canada is home to a spot where gravity is weaker than anywhere else on the planet. Specifically, in the Hudson Bay area, people weigh slightly less than they would in other parts of the world—about a tenth of an ounce lighter!
Why does this happen? The answer lies in the distant past, during the last Ice Age, which ended over 11,000 years ago. Back then, a massive glacier known as the Laurentide Ice Sheet blanketed much of Canada. The sheer weight of this ice pressed down on the Earth’s crust. As the glacier started melting roughly 21,000 years ago, the land underneath began a slow process of rebounding—a movement that’s still happening today.
Because the Hudson Bay region is still “recovering” from being crushed under all that ice, it has slightly less mass than normal. And since gravity is directly related to mass, this area experiences a small but measurable drop in gravitational pull.
Interestingly, the last significant remnant of that ancient ice sheet—the Barnes Ice Cap—still exists on Baffin Island in the far north. But its days may be numbered, as climate change continues to accelerate its melting.
So if you’re looking to shed a few ounces without hitting the gym, a trip to Hudson Bay might do the trick—at least technically!
FACT! Canada Leads the World in Education
When it comes to higher education, Canada sits at the top of the global class. The country places a strong emphasis on accessible, high-quality learning—and it shows. More than 56% of Canadian adults have earned a college or university degree, making Canada the most educated nation on Earth.
To put that into perspective, Japan comes in second with just over 50% of its adult population holding post-secondary credentials, followed closely by Israel at 49.9%. Canada’s commitment to education isn’t just a policy—it’s part of the culture.
FACT! Canada Dominates Global Maple Syrup Production
Maple syrup and Canada go hand-in-hand—and for good reason. Canada isn’t just known for its sweet treat; it’s the world’s top producer by a long shot. The province of Quebec alone is responsible for around 72% of the planet’s maple syrup supply!
The United States follows in second place, while countries like Japan and South Korea have much smaller-scale production. Canada’s syrup supremacy has even led to some wild stories—like the infamous Great Canadian Maple Syrup Heist. Yes, that actually happened, and it’s just as sticky and dramatic as it sounds.
Producing Maple Syrup in Canada, The Old Fashioned Way
The Last Word
Making good decisions is easy when you know the things you value most.