To the seasons of life
Concept photo
Bike race, June 13th 2026, British Columbia takes place Coutlee plateau.Merritt BC Canada…
7:00 AM Pacific…
Photo: generic generated Ground View of a concept, not the crown course.
Note: we have no association with this event. We are reporting it and soliciting comments, viewpoints, and inputs.
KDG
Canada has enemies ???? Tougue Raspberries 🪴🪴🪴🪴🪴
Who provokes
Interdependency is not nuclear proliferation.
That giant shock absorber on huge springs sitting underneath the joint command center of NORAD at Colorado Springs in the States is not here in Canada. Although Canadian personnel are involved down there, there’s no protection for us.
The distant early warning line that went across our Arctic for years with the pine tree line that went across our Southern portion gave the Americans protection for decades until it was replaced by satellites. We, as Canadians were particularly vulnerable from the provocation of such things that precluded good relations through trade with world countries.
National security for the Region is not enhanced for Canada by the US having Greenland. It’s just another provocation for our Southern neighbours to dole out as it dominates. And we are less safe with them owning it…
Sell the blades give the razor, another US dependency, this iconic marketing ploy from the marketers was subverted by the doctrine of “interdependency” in a global world. That system sought peace through engagement, even if it was razor blades, innovation was protected in local markets by local limitations on the manufacturer. This was true for all nations for domestic trading. There is no such thing as worldwide patents. Yes, the United States has tariffs to deal with that sort of thing. If they think it’s unfair but you can’t have it both ways!
So why provoke.
So who owns who…
Go Jobbers go…
Insulting is as insulting does.
Tonight it’s out there.. can you see it? How’s your weather?.
Catch I fish by the tail and the new moon on the 23rd Western sky after sunset. Look for Saturn by Neptune close to the new moon.
If I was to uninvent something I would consider,DDT, and other abused chemicals used harshly on the environment.
DDT, or dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane, is a synthetic insecticide that was widely used during the mid-20th century for controlling pests in agriculture and for combating disease vectors like mosquitoes. Initially praised for its effectiveness, DDT began to raise environmental and health concerns as its accumulation led to ecological damage and adverse effects on wildlife, particularly birds, contributing to population declines. The publication of Rachel Carson’s book Silent Spring in 1962 highlighted these issues, fostering public awareness and concern. Consequently, many countries imposed bans or restrictions on DDT in the 1970s and 1980s, leading to a significant reduction in its use. However, some regions still allow its use for malaria control, underscoring a complex debate between public health needs and environmental safety.
This historic building in downtown Marathon, the corner of Quilchena avenue and Vought Street, is iconic to the culture and presence of people of Nicola valley?.
A Cowgirl at a cultural event in Merritt, The Coldwater hotel going back to the beginning of the last century has had a dynamic effect on the culture.
One industry for many years was ranching and has also been passed down from generation to generation and from gender to gender.
Celebrated many times in era hotels such as the Coldwater and the Adelphia. With others joining The fray when a mixed economy bought more virtue to the city.
A and W Merritt BC, Voght Street, Photo KDG
File photo KDG,
January 20th is a big day for explorers and entertainers alike. Here are two of the most famous people born on this day:
An American former astronaut and engineer who made history as the Lunar Module pilot on Apollo 11. He was the second person to ever walk on the moon, following Neil Armstrong.
An American actor and comedian best known for his iconic portrayal of the eccentric Dwight Schrute on the hit sitcom The Office.Other Notable Birthdays
Acclaimed filmmaker behind surrealist works like Twin Peaks and Mulholland Drive.
Legendary Italian director known for films such as 8½ and La Dolce Vita. * Bill Maher (1956): Comedian and political commentator, host of HBO’s Real Time with Bill Maher. * Paul Stanley (1952): Co-founder and rhythm guitarist of the legendary rock band KISS.
One accomplished Canadian born on January 20th is David Baszucki.Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, in 1963, Baszucki is a highly successful entrepreneur, engineer, and software developer. He is most famous for co-founding Roblox, the massive global online platform and game creation system. Under his leadership as CEO (where he is known by his username “Builderman”), Roblox has grown into one of the most popular digital spaces in the world, especially among younger generations.Other Accomplished Canadians Born Jan 20If you’re looking for someone in the arts or sports, you might recognize:
While she was born in Bulgaria, she moved to Canada at age two and was raised in Toronto. She is a world-renowned actress best known for her lead role as Elena Gilbert on the hit series The Vampire Diaries and her start on the classic Canadian show Degrassi: The Next Generation.
A rising star in the NHL from Alliston, Ontario. He was a first-round draft pick for the Philadelphia Flyers and is considered one of the top young Canadian talents in professional hockey today.
True North
You are alright, 👌 Don’t doubt it. Even if you’re off right now, you don’t have to deny it. However, you should apologize it to your own psyche saying “I’m a normal person and my responses to this point is normal.”
Take care of yourself by seeking support if it’s interference is creating habits that are unhealthy. And once again remembering that you’re most likely having a normal response to a stimulus.
Slogan to proclaim when seeking:
Betty White:
Betty White, often referred to as the “First Lady of Television,” enjoyed a trailblazing career that spanned over eight decades. Born on January 17, 1922, in Oak Park, Illinois, she was a pioneer who broke barriers as one of the first women to exert creative control both in front of and behind the camera, notably co-founding her own production company and producing the sitcom Life with Elizabeth in the early 1950s. While she was a fixture on game shows like Password—where she met her beloved third husband, Allen Ludden—she became a household name through her iconic television roles. These included the devious “Happy Homemaker” Sue Ann Nivens on The Mary Tyler Moore Show and the delightfully naive Rose Nylund on The Golden Girls.Even as she entered her later years, White’s career saw a massive resurgence, characterized by her role in Hot in Cleveland and a legendary 2010 hosting turn on Saturday Night Live following a viral fan campaign. Throughout her life, she earned eight Emmy Awards, a Grammy, and three Screen Actors Guild Awards, all while remaining a tireless advocate for animal welfare. Betty White passed away peacefully on December 31, 2021, at the age of 99, just seventeen days shy of her 100th birthday. Her death sparked a global outpouring of affection, cementing her legacy as a master of comedic timing and a symbol of kindness and resilience in the entertainment industry.
Would you like me to find some of her most famous quotes or provide a list of the animal charities she supported? Check Ai
Al Capone
Alphonse Gabriel Capone, better known as “Scarface,” was born on January 17, 1899, in Brooklyn, New York, to Italian immigrant parents. A quintessential figure of the Prohibition era, Capone rose from a teenage street gang member in New York to become the boss of the Chicago Outfit by the age of 26. He is most famous for his immense “accomplishments” in the criminal underworld, where he built a multi-million dollar empire through bootlegging, gambling, and racketeering. Despite his reputation for extreme violence—most notably evidenced by the 1929 St. Valentine’s Day Massacre—Capone carefully cultivated a public image as a “modern-day Robin Hood,” famously opening some of the first soup kitchens in Chicago during the Great Depression.His reign as the king of Chicago crime effectively ended in 1931 when he was convicted of tax evasion and sentenced to 11 years in federal prison, eventually serving time in the notorious Alcatraz. During his incarceration, his health declined rapidly due to neurosyphilis, which caused significant mental and physical deterioration. After being released early on medical grounds in 1939, Capone spent his final years in seclusion at his mansion in Palm Island, Florida. He passed away on January 25, 1947, at the age of 48, following a stroke and a subsequent bout of bronchial pneumonia, leaving behind a legacy that continues to define the American gangster archetype in popular culture.
Would you like me to create a timeline of his most famous legal battles or compare his criminal empire to other mob bosses of that era? Ai
An archetype is a template and a pattern to describe a reoccurring personality.
You be the judge…
Scheduled January 17 2026
Since we are already halfway through the month, the first half’s events like the Quadrantids and Jupiter’s official opposition have passed. Here are four significant astronomical events occurring after January 16, 2026, that offer great scientific intrigue and visual appeal.
On January 18, the Moon reaches its New Moon phase, meaning it will be positioned between the Earth and the Sun and will not be visible in the night sky. * Scientific Value: For astronomers, the days surrounding a New Moon are the most critical for “deep-sky” observation. Without the interference of reflected moonlight (light pollution from space), faint objects like the Andromeda Galaxy and the Orion Nebula become visible even through standard binoculars. * What to look for: This is the best time to head to a dark-sky location to see the Milky Way’s winter arm in its full, dusty detail.
Comet Wierzchos reaches its perihelion (closest approach to the Sun) on January 20. As it swings around the Sun, the heat causes the comet’s ice to sublimate, creating a glowing “coma” and a tail of dust and gas. * Intrigue: Comets are essentially “time capsules” of the early solar system. While this specific comet is expected to be around magnitude 8 (requiring a small telescope or good binoculars), its appearance provides a real-time look at primitive solar system material. * Viewing Tip: Look low toward the southwest horizon shortly after sunset.
On these two evenings, a thin, waxing crescent Moon will drift remarkably close to the ringed planet Saturn and the distant ice giant Neptune. * Scientific Value: These alignments (conjunctions) are perfect for “star-hopping.” Neptune is usually incredibly difficult to find because of its distance and dimness. On January 23, Saturn and the Moon act as celestial signposts, allowing amateur astronomers to point their telescopes at the exact spot needed to glimpse the tiny, blue-hued disk of the solar system’s outermost major planet.
* Visual: The “Earthshine” effect—where the dark part of the Moon is dimly lit by sunlight reflecting off Earth—will be particularly beautiful on these nights.
As the month closes, the Moon will reach its First Quarter phase on January 25, moving steadily toward the famous Pleiades (Seven Sisters) star cluster. * Scientific Intrigue: This is a “high-contrast” period. The shadows along the Moon’s terminator line (the line between light and dark) are at their longest, making it the best time to see the staggering vertical relief of lunar mountains and the deep bowls of craters like Copernicus. * The Highlight: On the night of January 27, the Moon will appear very close to the Pleiades. This provides a stunning scale comparison between our singular, rocky Moon and a “nursery” of hundreds of young, hot-blue stars located 444 light-years away.
Would you like me to find the exact coordinates for Neptune during the January 23rd conjunction, or perhaps a guide on how to spot the Orion Nebula during the New Moon?Ai
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