Faithfully Yours - Embracing the inevitable
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- Published on Sunday, April 15, 2018
Neil Strohschein
Neepawa Banner & Press
I have written on this topic several times before, but I feel the need to address it again; so that those who can most identify with these comments will find words of hope and comfort in them. Let’s begin by facing an important fact. The last 30-40 years have not been kind to communities in rural Canada. Towns and villages that, at one time, were bustling centers of economic activity have been reduced to little more than bedroom communities.
Local author ready for book launch
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By Eoin Devereux
Neepawa Banner & Press
One of western Manitoba’s most intriguing new authors is showcasing her debut work of fiction in Neepawa. On Wednesday, Apr. 18., the Neepawa Public Library will serve as host for the formal book launch of LenoraBuffi’s new novel, Vista.
Out of Helen's kitchen - Bread Pudding
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- Published on Saturday, April 14, 2018
Helen Drysdale
Neepawa Banner & Press
I love rum and raisin ice cream so when I came across this rum and raisin bread pudding I had to try it. It’s a twist on an old fashioned comfort food. The recipe is on the smaller side so if you have a large group to feed, just double it. It called for bread in the recipe but I used 3 whole wheat buns and that worked well.
Homebodies - Every minus is half of a plus
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- Published on Saturday, April 14, 2018
Rita Friesen
Neepawa Banner & Press
“Every minus is half of a plus, waiting for a stroke of vertical awareness.” Alan Cohen (author of 14 popular inspirational books, contributing writer for ‘Chicken Soup for the Soul’, columnist and seminar leader on spiritual awakening and visionary living.) There are days when I need this simple reminder, every minus is half a plus. Sometimes I need it for myself and sometimes I need to share it with others. Most of us take a set back seriously. That’s okay as long as it challenges us to think further, and not crumple in defeat.
