Category Archives: Vacation

Seasons Greetings!  

Posted on December 24, 2022 by susanonthesoapbox

The Soapbox family and Rudy the rescue dog would like to wish you and yours a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and a peaceful and happy holiday.    Some of you may have noticed that Rudy has become rounder and furrier; but … Continue reading →

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Sabbatical

Posted on June 12, 2022 by susanonthesoapbox

Ms Soapbox is going on sabbatical until September (but may be tempted to post a blog or two if the craziness gets to be too much). I wish you all a wonderful summer and look forward to more great discussions … Continue reading →

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Who’s On First: Jason Kenney’s Response to the 4th Wave

Posted on December 5, 2021 by susanonthesoapbox

Abbott and Costello’s comedy routine “Who’s on First” was performed in the late 1940s. It’s based on a skit Abbott heard in an episode of a radio comedy show called “It Pays to be Ignorant.” Premier Kenney performed his own … Continue reading →

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Halloween in Alberta

Posted on October 31, 2021 by susanonthesoapbox

In its Halloween message the Kenney government said today is a day filled with costumes, pumpkin carving, scary movies, and tasty treats. They encouraged everyone to follow the advice of our health officials so we can all enjoy the spookiest … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

Posted on December 20, 2020 by susanonthesoapbox

The politicians are on break (thank god) and so are we. The Soapbox family and Rudy the rescue dog would like to wish you and yours a peaceful and happy holiday.    Those of you with a discerning eye will notice … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

Posted on December 25, 2019 by susanonthesoapbox

The politicians are on break (thank god) and so are we. The Soapbox family and Rudy the rescue dog would like to wish you and yours a peaceful and happy holiday.    And here’s the traditional photo of the mutt under … Continue reading →

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Hello Ottawa!

Posted on November 4, 2018 by susanonthesoapbox

Ms Soapbox is on her way to Ottawa.  There’s a good chance she’s in the air right now squashed into a tiny little seat trying to figure out why her WestJet onboard entertainment app isn’t working (luckily, she’s brought along … Continue reading →

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Paris!

Posted on June 17, 2018 by susanonthesoapbox

Ms Soapbox and her daughter have gone to Paris for a week.  Take good care of the province and the country until we get back.  🙂

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Go to Scotland, learn about Canada

Posted on September 17, 2017 by susanonthesoapbox

Ms Soapbox and her eldest daughter “Missy” just returned from a 10 day trip to Scotland.  We explored Edinburgh (refined and dignified), Glasgow (gritty and boisterous) and the Highlands (majestic and dangerous). Along the way something magical happened.  We learned … Continue reading →

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Hallelujah

Posted on July 9, 2017 by susanonthesoapbox

This was going to be a Ms-Soapbox-is-stampeding-see-you-next-week-blog…then she remembered something. Ms Soapbox’s sister and brother-in-law popped into town just in time for the Calgary Stampede.  We did the fair grounds, the Dog Bowl, the Clydesdales and the llamas, we ate … Continue reading →

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