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Dark Origins Part 2: The History of Stout

February 28, 2024February 28, 2024 ymmbeerbaron

If you're a fan of rich, dark beers, then stout is likely at the top of your list. With its robust flavors and velvety textures, stout has carved a special place in the world of craft brewing.

Tagged ale, Beer, Craft Beer, drink, education, England, Guinness, history, porter, stoutLeave a comment
Opinion, The Weekly Post

The Simple Strong

February 25, 2024February 25, 2024 CJ Bowers

Using a quote from a book does not a strong man make.

Tagged bullying, eras, hard times, Opinion, politics, quote, quotes, slander, social, strong, times, weakLeave a comment
Beer, The Weekly Post

Dark Origins: The History of Porter

February 21, 2024February 21, 2024 ymmbeerbaron

In the vast landscape of craft beers, few styles boast a history as rich and storied as Porter Ale.

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So You Want to Be a Writer

February 18, 2024February 18, 2024 CJ Bowers

For the best part of a decade, I have dedicated myself to being a writer. I have spent countless hours with pen and paper, computer and keyboard, thoughts and stories. And in all honesty, there are days when I want to quit. Nobody prepares you for the reality.

Tagged Creative Writing, inspiration, inspire, learning, life, perseverance, quit, stop, story, struggle, writer, writer's block, writing1 Comment
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Hats Off to You

February 11, 2024February 11, 2024 CJ Bowers

When did basic manners become such a trivial thing?

Tagged breakfast, clueless, dinner, etiquette, family, hat, hats, indoors, lunch, manners, rant, restaurant, rude, supper, table manners1 Comment
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In Memory Still Bright

February 4, 2024February 4, 2024 CJ Bowers

I have all the words in the English language available to me, and yet, this week they fail me.

Tagged Bowers, departed, eulogy, family, life, love, memory, missing, remember, remembrance, Robert, uncleLeave a comment
The Weekly Post

Bored and Rudderless

January 28, 2024January 28, 2024 CJ Bowers

Today, I find myself entrenched in the mystical land of Absurdistan, where logic takes a vacation and laughter reigns supreme…

Tagged bored, chess, dance, dog, dryer, happy, silly, socks, toaster, weirdLeave a comment
Opinion, The Weekly Post

Chilling Emergency: A Cold Response

January 14, 2024January 14, 2024 CJ Bowers

I can’t fully express my disappointment as an Albertan right now.

Tagged Alberta, alert, Calgary, cold, conserve, edmonton, electricity, emergency, energy, Fort McMurray, frigid, ice, power, temperatureLeave a comment
Reflections, The Weekly Post

Imperfect Tomorrow

January 7, 2024January 7, 2024 CJ Bowers

There are moments in our lives - subtle beats - where we need to come to terms with things that were, things that are, and things that can be. For me, today was one of those days.

Tagged being better, development, flawed, flaws, forgiveness, imperfect, kindness, learning, thoughtsLeave a comment
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Farewell 2023 – Welcome 2024!

December 31, 2023December 31, 2023 CJ Bowers

As we bid farewell to another incredible year, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude…

Tagged 2023, 2024, happy, message, new year, New Year’s Eve, new years, positivity, thank you, well wishesLeave a comment

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