Opinion

What a difference a decade makes. On July 13, 2004, Premier Ralph Klein announced the end of Alberta’s debt. Over the span of a decade, Klein and company paid off $22.

Have you ever noticed how easy it is to complain? In this world where we experience times where we donít get a fair shake, itís easy to notice the things around us that are wrong, instead of focusing on the things that are good and right.

I have written this sort of comment before, but as we approach the spring and summer months, I feel problems will be arising on our roads due to the recent closure of Race City Motorsport Park in Calgary.

It seems like every day, week and month of the year now has a special designation of some kind. Most of these special awareness events are organized by a charity of some sort, with the aim of raising money or fighting for a social cause.

I took some time this past week to review the 2011 Canada Census data outlining the demographics of Airdrie (go to www.airdrie.ca and enter “demographics” in the “search” box and follow the prompts).

The Province of Alberta recently released data on the most popular baby names from 2011. Olivia and Liam topped the list for girls and boys respectively. I have no problem with either of those names, or any in the top 10 for either sex.

“Love your neighbor as yourself.” - Jesus A couple of tragic events in our community in recent weeks aptly remind us that as our city grows, so must our commitment to “having our neighbour’s back.

I am always inspired by the stories I hear in my travels throughout Rocky View County.

I never guessed how important athletics would become in my life. Growing up, I was more of a creative girl, a trait that has not diminished with age. Many hours were wiled away reading and writing - journal entries, short stories and poetry.

Just over 10 years ago, I opened up the City View office on Main Street, Airdrie and on March 5, 2002 the first paper was delivered to your door.