Thank you for this writing Nancy. This latest development is deeply disturbing. As a former Alberta resident and a Forever Canadian myself, I will be spreading the word and contributing again to the Forever Canadian Campaign. I encourage all my fellow Canadians to sign up on their page and please donate what you can. This is not just Alberta's fight, it is a fight for all of Canada!! This is their website: https://www.forever-canadian.ca/en
Excellent essay Nancy. The metaphor of the lighthouse resonates deeply with me as an Albertan who enjoyed recreational sailing on B.C.s coastline. The lighthouse does require effort to maintain in order to ensure safe travels at sea. Maintenance of the precious light needs to be constant as well as the windows it shines through. Constant effort to wash salt spay off the glass so that the light can penetrate the darkness to guide a sailor. Danielle Smith and her lackeys are working tirelessly to obscure the light that wants to shine on her government’s corruption. We must be vigilant and demand the UCP be made accountable.
This is so well expressed, Nancy. The analogy is apt. "Maybe now we need more lighthouse keepers. People willing to climb the stairs. People willing to change the bulb. People willing to stand watch before we drift too far off course. Because if enough warning lights fade and enough people convince themselves someone else will fix it, eventually you do not lose your way all at once."
One of my favourite places on the planet is Cape Forchu, NS which sports a beautiful lighthouse, no longer operational but with a glorious history of archeology, explorers, dedicated keepers, of bravery and determination. For of course, a lighthouse needs to be taken care of and is a bonafide life-saving service.
Cape Forchu also boasts a unique maritime location and a rare "apple core" structure as part of its allure.
By climbing to its top, if you can meet the physical requirements, 😉, you get the most incredible view and a perspective that takes your breath away. It can indeed be a spiritual experience as you are reminded that we can all be human lighthouse keepers for each other; that is, purposefully and steadfastly keeping our own lights of integrity and truth shining to prevent others from harm and to be able to help guide those on troubled waters to safe harbours and home.
Alberta could use a few more lighthouses and definitely, dedicated keepers.
The entire planet could use more lighthouses and their keepers just now. ❤️🇨🇦
Thank you for this writing Nancy. This latest development is deeply disturbing. As a former Alberta resident and a Forever Canadian myself, I will be spreading the word and contributing again to the Forever Canadian Campaign. I encourage all my fellow Canadians to sign up on their page and please donate what you can. This is not just Alberta's fight, it is a fight for all of Canada!! This is their website: https://www.forever-canadian.ca/en
Excellent essay Nancy. The metaphor of the lighthouse resonates deeply with me as an Albertan who enjoyed recreational sailing on B.C.s coastline. The lighthouse does require effort to maintain in order to ensure safe travels at sea. Maintenance of the precious light needs to be constant as well as the windows it shines through. Constant effort to wash salt spay off the glass so that the light can penetrate the darkness to guide a sailor. Danielle Smith and her lackeys are working tirelessly to obscure the light that wants to shine on her government’s corruption. We must be vigilant and demand the UCP be made accountable.
This is so well expressed, Nancy. The analogy is apt. "Maybe now we need more lighthouse keepers. People willing to climb the stairs. People willing to change the bulb. People willing to stand watch before we drift too far off course. Because if enough warning lights fade and enough people convince themselves someone else will fix it, eventually you do not lose your way all at once."
One of my favourite places on the planet is Cape Forchu, NS which sports a beautiful lighthouse, no longer operational but with a glorious history of archeology, explorers, dedicated keepers, of bravery and determination. For of course, a lighthouse needs to be taken care of and is a bonafide life-saving service.
Cape Forchu also boasts a unique maritime location and a rare "apple core" structure as part of its allure.
By climbing to its top, if you can meet the physical requirements, 😉, you get the most incredible view and a perspective that takes your breath away. It can indeed be a spiritual experience as you are reminded that we can all be human lighthouse keepers for each other; that is, purposefully and steadfastly keeping our own lights of integrity and truth shining to prevent others from harm and to be able to help guide those on troubled waters to safe harbours and home.
Alberta could use a few more lighthouses and definitely, dedicated keepers.
The entire planet could use more lighthouses and their keepers just now. ❤️🇨🇦