HUGS: To the two ‘50s girls who danced with me and my friend at the rooftop party. You were a hoot! Wish we could have exchanged contact information, I just know we would have been fast friends 🙂
SLUGS: To inconsiderate drivers who are unaware of their actions, stopping on crosswalks or parking too close to a crosswalk, especially near Burrells. Other drivers cannot see if a child is crossing the road.
SLUGS: To the unscrupulous political party who are trying to buy votes in the upcoming federal election by offering “if they are re-elected” to match pledges from the recent 35th Terry Fox Run. Shameful to say the least. Terry Fox is among the greatest Canadian heroes and his legacy has no place for politics.
HUGS: To the thoughtful person on the Big Orange Bridge who found my new runner in the middle of the road. You picked it up, no doubt taking your life in your hands, and placed it on the sidewalk for me to find later during my frantic search. So greatly appreciated!
HUGS: Huge hugs to the early bird life guards. Thank you for being there especially the last week when you were aware the pool was closing on the 19th. You still greeted us at the door at 6 a.m. With smiles despite the fact you were going to become unemployed. See you in 11 months or sooner! Thank you. – Early Bird Swimmers
HUGS: To the owner of the two golden retrievers that came running toward my dog barking aggressively. If I didn’t have my kids with me, I would have been able to calm the situation better. Instead I yelled at you to get your dogs away, which did not help calm your dogs, nor help you get a hold of them. It was unnecessary to yell and I apologize.
HUGS: Big hugs to the organizers of the annual car show! It is always such an excellent family event, and likely the largest event Nelson sees for both attendance and economic benefit. It is amazing to see the downtown core so full of people –both locals, and all those who travel from near and far to attend the show. Thanks and keep up the good work!
SLUGS: To the young man wearing a t-shirt that had the word WIFE in large acronym letters then continued to read to Washing, Ironing, F—, Etc. There is no excuse for such sexism, even for humour. As a husband and real man, I would never treat my wife with such contempt and am proud to do the washing and ironing for my family. Hugs to the woman who told that man she found his t-shirt offensive. Sadly, combating woman-hating needs to happen every day. Thank you for taking that on. My young nieces admire you.
SLUGS: To all the lazy dog owners out there! Slugs to the dog owner that left dog poop outside Mountain Hound at the base of a tree during the car show. I just bought a new pair of shoes and spent the afternoon cleaning one of them with a toothbrush … YUCK. Why was the no dogs on Baker St. bylaw rescinded anyhow? I guess I’ll shop at the mall which is full of empty retail space but at least I’ll have clean shoes. Also adding to my disgust, the dog walk along the waterfront is stinky and contaminated with doggy doodoo! Did we expect the owners to rummage around in the bushes to pick up dog feces? Come on Nelson! Like really? – Annoyed, Stinky Shoes and Waterfront Runner
