Monthly Archives: July 2014

At the Top of the World

Posted on July 31, 2014 by irishroverpei

Going down memory lane once more!!   Lots of people talk about their bucket lists! Personally I have never had a particular bucket list, there were a few things I wanted to do and places I wanted to visit. However … Continue reading →

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Booking Seats for the Irish Children.

Posted on July 30, 2014 by irishroverpei

I read an article in today’s paper about Alison Redford former Premier of Alberta. Alberta’s auditor general found “false passengers” booked on some government flights so the then Premier could fly alone. It reminded me of an event I had … Continue reading →

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Island Politicians Support Fast Food Industry

Posted on July 29, 2014 by irishroverpei

Recently questions were asked regarding Ron MacKinley’s meal expenses, costing somwhere in the range of $8000. It was noted he spent an inordinate amount of money at fast food outlets claiming it was for a government business? Robert Ghiz stated … Continue reading →

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Not The Right Time???????

Posted on July 28, 2014 by irishroverpei

A few months ago Robert Ghiz was very vocal in his support of the Senate, he was even more vocal on the fact that Prince Edward Island was seriously under represented with the suspension from the senate of Mike Duffy. … Continue reading →

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Chapter XXI Armageddon

Posted on July 27, 2014 by irishroverpei

Chapter Fourteen. The Spy   The following morning the real training began and the serious preparation to travel back in time was fast becoming a reality for Adam. Once more clad in the white coveralls he sat beside Eve in … Continue reading →

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Chapter XXI Armageddon

Posted on July 26, 2014 by irishroverpei

Don’t forget the next chapter from this exciting story (Chapter 14. The Spy). Things begin to move faster as the launch hour draws near, much activity, danger and drama. You can`t miss this next episode, watch for my Sunday Morning … Continue reading →

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Oh Canada – God Keep Our Land Glorious & Free

Posted on July 26, 2014 by irishroverpei

O Canada!! they seem to be just words these days, no one really seems to care about our glorious land or if we still have freedom. Well yes, we do still have freedom but I see it gradually being eroded … Continue reading →

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The Magic Moments of Ghiz

Posted on July 25, 2014 by irishroverpei

What do you think of our First Class World traveller? , quite an amazing guy eh! Just the wink of the eye or a flick of his fingers and Premier Ghiz can change rules and alter protocols to suit his … Continue reading →

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Interesting Old Sayings

Posted on July 24, 2014 by irishroverpei

I have been trying to make sense out of the Chrysler Corp advertizing campaign for their Dodge trucks. When promoting the truck they claim the following using a deep tough sounding guys voice, “Guts-Glory-Ram”. But all that tells me is … Continue reading →

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Simple Politics Explained

Posted on July 23, 2014 by irishroverpei

Whether Conservative, Liberal or NDP, I think you’ll get a kick out of this! A little boy goes to his dad and asks, ‘What is Politics?’ Dad says, ‘Well son, let me try to explain it this way: I am … Continue reading →

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