Happy birthday wishes go out to Melvin Amyotte on Feb. 11, to Christina Sloan on Feb. 13, to Shawn Lepine and Matthew Kluke on Feb. 14, to Shelley Kluke Davidson on Feb. 15 and to Carl Davidson on Feb. 17.

We should consider ourselves lucky that we don’t have the weather they’re getting out west with -40 to -50 degree Celsius weather. At least we’re getting a little bit of snow but not as much as out east. I think we’re actually lucky this year . . .

weather wise so far, that is. There’s still all of this month and March and a lot of snow can happen till then.

The rules and restrictions have lifted a little bit in our area but now they’re saying that these new strains of COVID are coming out. It’s more important now than ever, to keep your mask on and to do social distancing, wash your hands and stay at home as much as possible.

We need to get vaccinated as soon as possible whenever that is. It is confusing listening to the news. It depends what province you live in or what area because the rules are different and hence the confusion.

I’m thankful that I live in my own house and have the freedom to walk around my property. I’m able to work in the garage or the basement. I sure wouldn’t want to be living in an apartment.

I want to wish everyone a happy Valentine’s Day which is coming up this Sunday.