Pat Riordan, Winnipeg King of Comedy
Lifestyles 55 is pleased to share the stories of Memorable Manitobans for the archives of the Manitoba Historical Society. Patrick (Pat) Michael Riordan was born on May 17, 1939, to
“Age isn’t a number, it’s an attitude.”
I have a head full of old adages that seem to slip out of my mouth more often as I age. Someday they’ll all slip away when I slip away.…
Salmon pasta surprise!
A Valentines treat that you will want anytime of the year; this dish is simple and so tasty, you will for sure want to make it time and time again.…
Why the problem is us! We all wear the “Big H” for hypocrite on our foreheads
Winston Churchill once noted that people, “…occasionally stumble over the truth, but most of them pick themselves up and hurry off as if nothing had happened.” He was talking about
Manitoba through time
Did you already know that… …pottery can survive in the ground for thousands of years. By studying it today, we can discover and understand how people lived in the past,
Food for thought!
“He that cannot reason is a fool. He that will not is a bigot. He that dare not is a slave.” – Andrew Carnegie When Andrew Carnegie was the wealthiest
Flin Flon a work of art in itself
The weather is cold, the pandemic continues apace, and we need some significant cheer. My Beautiful Flin Flon has been in a -30° C degree deep freeze since before Christmas!
Old learners, new tricks?
I am not a fan of the word “old,” but it fits the saying, Can you teach an old (insert noun here) new tricks? I am a lifelong learner; I…
Is that a violin? No – It’s a fiddle!
The Red River contribution to great music The fiddle is at the centre of traditional Métis culture in Western Canada, heard at weddings, New Year’s celebrations and other social gatherings
The “sole” of your home is a matter of choice!
Are you looking for a change? Is your floor looking a little tired? What works for you? I am asked time and time again what is best, carpet or laminate?