Opinion

For many of us, this is a time we slow down, get away, lie in the sun, swim at a beach, or perhaps meet up with relatives at family reunions. For me, it's a pleasant time where we escape to the Gulf Islands to our little spot of paradise.

Editor: Re: Land use balance is out there somewhere - let's find it, Community Comment, July 6 Mike Schneider's column demonstrates he still does not understand how local farmers are working hard to balance differing land uses, including food product

I've come to the conclusion that chasing that elusive tourist might just be for the birds.

Editor: Re: Tsaw. rower wins silver at B.C. Championships, July 18 I take exception to the closing statement in the article that implies there isn't a thriving rowing program in South Delta. There is and it is run by the Delta Deas Rowing Club.

Editor: Tourism in need of champion, July 13 Unhappily one councillor has made statements in the Optimist that are not factual nor historically accurate.

So ... will a new bridge replace the George Massey Tunnel? Our mayor says without it commuter traffic will be "devastating." Wonder if anybody listens? Those who decide these things likely consider the region's needs, not just ours.

Editor: Re: New name, new look for hospice store, July 6 I'm puzzled at Nancy Macey's comment as to a cultural change and the whole connotation of getting away from the thrift store.

Editor: Re: Cat is an unwelcome visitor, letter to the editor, July 11 I sympathize with Kirsti Mattson as I too suffer the messy results from a cat in our neighbourhood (9A Avenue at 53rd Street) that follows mine through its access point to my home

Editor: The controversy surrounding the proposed development of Southlands is fascinating but I sometimes wonder if it is more a case of NIMBYitis Syndrome as in "not in my backyard" than genuine concern for our farmlands.

Editor: Last Friday my wife, daughter and I had the rare privilege of seeing Tony Barton, a first class performance by an extremely talented professional performer, at the Tsawwassen Arts Centre.