Nothing seems to work anymore

Like air pumps. On Sunday I was running around about to do some shopping when I noticed my front tire was low. I head on up to go to the beer store, return empties, and then go shopping when I realized my wallet was at home. On my way back I thought, Id get my tire filled up at the Petro Canada station on Ontario Street and Derry.

Out of order.

Thats ok, I thought. I’ll go across the street to Esso. Weaved through traffic and long left hand turns to finally get in. There were lots of cars in the lineup to go for a wash that day, despite the cold. When I got to the air pump, what did I find?

Out of order.

Long story short, I returned home, got my wallet, returned empty bottles, went to Sunoco and filled up my tires then went grocery shopping. End of story? Nope.

After going up all the aisles in A&P to make sure I didnt miss a thing (carefully checking the list Pat drafted for me earlier on) I head to the counter. While shes running everything through…

My wallet was in the car. Ran out to the car and ran back in to pay. I quickly returned home hoping that was my last errand of the day.

I hope the gas stations fix their pumps soon. Seems we all have to pay for them anyway (I know the money goes to charity and all)

Remember when air was free?

I do also want to address a number of emails I had from people regarding the newly vacated position on town council in Ward 2. In case you havent heard Father Mark Curtis was recently appointed to a position of Justice of the Peace. This position forces him to resign from public office, something of which I know he enjoyed very much as was dedicated to public service.

There was a recent article in the Halton Compass that named a few possibilities that might re-enter the fray and run for the vacated position. First of all, council has to decide whether or not to appoint or have a by-election. From what I hear it will be a by-election, seeing the fact its only been 2 months since the new council has been sworn in. (Has it really only been that long?…Seems longer)

In that Halton Compass article, it mentioned my name, among others, that could be considered “contenders” for that spot. To answer the question, I will not be running for that open seat.

I ran in the last election to represent Ward One and I have no interest in running to represent a ward I don’t live in. I think the person that will represent that ward should know the area and be able to understand the issues facing it.

Thanks again to the people who sent me email asking me to get back into the fray, and try one more time. Its heartwarming to know that even after this amount of time, people still remember.

I’ll see you at the pumps!

Milton’s First Major Event in the 150th Anniversary

It was a lot of fun yesterday at the Lions Sports Park and Memorial Area with Milton’s Winterfest 2007. Hundreds of people came down for the free skate, fun events and crafts for the kids, and to see a hockey legend. Johnny Bower was quite the grand marshal for the event.

He took questions from the people who braved the cold weather highliting some of his favourite times as an NHL goalie, what it was like to play hockey WITHOUT a goalie mask and his thoughts on who the best players in the game are today.

Kids young and not as young were in awe of the stories he had to tell (myself inclued) and for a guy “his age” is was in tremendous shape…looks like he could still go a few periods.

The Milton Ice Hawks, who were also in attendance signing autographs (you never know there could be a few future NHL’ers in that group) presented Johnny with a commerative Ice Hawks Jersey to thank him for coming out.

Yesterday was a lot of fun and a big thank you goes to everyone who came out to help Milton Celebrate its Roots and enjoy the Milton spirit as we continue our events for the big year.

THIS SUNDAY

This Sunday at 12PM is Milton’s first major event of the 2007 Celebration Year. At the Lion’s Sports Park (Thompson north of Derry) we will be having Milton’s Family Winterfest.

Lots of things going on and the great Johnny Bower will be there!!! (So kids, bring your dads!)

Fun events all day long. Bundle up because it will be a cold one, but most of the events are inside.

Join us in celebrating our roots…and Milton’s 150th Anniversary in the first of many BIG events!

More info is here on the Milton home page…just click on the 150th logo.

Hope to see you there!