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Barry's Blog - Dr. Barry Ling - Dr. Barry Ling, a Charlottetown orthopedic surgeon, passed away at the age of 60 on February 8, 2008 after developing a cancerous brain tumor. pop
(Added: 4-Dec-2006 Hits: 669 Rating: 10.00 Votes: 2) Rate It

  • Farewell
    When we started this blog on the day of Barry's surgery we never imagined it would grow into what it has become. We also couldn't stand the thought that one day it might come to an end. Barry's Blog will always be here, but this will be the last post from us. Before we sign off, there is a little more that we'd like to say.

    First, on behalf of the whole family, we would like to say thank you to all of you for your kind and thoughtful gestures. From the food, cards, flowers, donations and posts to the many kind words at the visitation and funeral. All of this has helped us get through the hard times.

    We'd also like to let you know that we are all doing okay. We miss Barry terribly, but we know he's smiling down on us and encouraging us to take care of each other. We can hear him in our heads and picture him doing all of those Barry-like things. And we take comfort in knowing that heaven got a little funnier last week. We're not sure where God stands on Cohibas and Old Sam Rum, but whatever the circumstances, we are confident that Barry is enjoying himself.

    Here is a poem that Jamie was planning to read at the funeral (were it not for a little oversite from the presider) and some remarks that he had prepared. Personally, I thought that might have been a little divine intervention from above-- even at his own funeral, Barry was probably a little antsy sitting there in church.


    My Hero
    by Debbie Hinton Young
    As I ponder the love that I saw in his eyes,
    A Godly love, given without compromise....
    I recall many times that he stood by my side,
    And prodded me on with great vigor and pride.

    His voice ever confident, firm and yet fair,
    Always speaking with patience, tenderness and care.
    The power and might of his hands was so sure,
    I knew there was nothing we couldn't endure.

    It's true, a few others provided insight,
    Yet, he laid the foundation that kept me upright.
    He's the grandest of men to have lived on this earth,
    Although he's not royal by stature or birth.

    He's a man of great dignity, honor and strength.
    His merits are noble, and of admirable length.
    He's far greater than all other men that I know,
    He's my Dad, he's my mentor, my friend and hero.
    Dad taught me a lot in the past 35 years, perhaps nothing as valuable as the things he taught me over the last 16 months. He taught me to play the cards you are dealt and not feel sorry for yourself. Dad was facing a battle and he knew it. I think everyone will agree from reading the blog that he kept positive and enjoyed each day. He was always worried about making other people feel better. Secondly, he taught me the value of friends. How many people have a group of friends that would change their schedule to be with you, make meals for your family, open their house for your family to stay at, generally do anything that they thought would help out and make it easier on everyone? We can all hope to have a great group of friends like he and Pam. Thank you to everyone. Finally he taught us all the value of a hug (love). You never know when it is going to be the last time you will see someone so you have to let them know you love them whenever you can. Also he showed that a hug can brighten your day and everyone needs them. It's been an honor to call him Dad and we will never forget him. We only wish we all could have had more time with him.
    Thank you for being on this journey with us. Dad enjoyed this blog immensely and drew great inspiration from your comments and the frequency with which you checked in on him. It has also meant a lot to all of us.
    Hugs,

    Jamie & Beth
    P.S. We've posted some of our favorite Grampy Bear photos on the blog we keep for our kids: http://kgl2003bjl9.blogspot.com/
  • Arrangements and nice article
    Dr. Barry Ling
    The death occurred at The Palliative Care Unit of The Prince Edward Home , on Friday February 8, 2008 of Dr. Barry Ling of Charlottetown age 60 years. Beloved husband of Pamela (nee Moreside). Dear father of Jamie (Beth)Ling, David (Jenn)Ling, Suzie (Shane Dowling) and James Pickard. Grandfather of Katie, Caroline and Bates (Tugger). Son of Margaret and Elmer Ling. Brother of Norma (Mike) Alberg and Nancy (Gary) Nymark. Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Funeral Monday from Spring Park United Church at 11 a.m. Interment later in Sherwood Cemetery. If so desired memorials to The Cancer Society would be appreciated. Visiting hours Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

    A nice article from Today's paper

    http://www.theguardian.pe.ca/index.cfm?sid=106959&sc=98

    Hugs to all.
  • One Last Bear Hug
    Dad passed away peacefully early this morning with Pam, Suzie and James by his side.

    Thanks everyone for being along with us on this journey. I know it made a difference to Dad and the family to have the love and support of friends. I hope the blog and Dad helped bring attention and reminders that everyone needs a hug and what is important in life.

    Thanks to everyone especially the daily crew of Jack, Danny, Mike, and Terry. We can all hope to have friends like you guys.

    Funeral arrangements are being made. The plan is to do the viewings on Sunday and the funeral on Monday but with out-of-town family it could change.

    Hugs to All,
    Jamie
  • Update and Thanks for the Stories
    Dad's condition continues to worsen, as expected. He is comfortable and not in pain. Pam's niece was home recently for over a week to do the night shift to give Pam and Suzie a break. Thanks from everyone, Laura.

    We appreciate all of the stories that you have emailed. Keep them coming if you have them. I have been sharing them with the rest of the family and they have really been fun to read. Some made us laugh and others brought a tear to hear how kind he was. I am going to share a couple of the stories that show the different sides of Dad.

    From Jan Shepard:

    "I clearly remember one Sunday morning when I still worked in Paeds. and had a small child (Christopher) who believe it or not also had a brain tumor. Barry came in to make his rounds and asked why Christopher was crying so. I told him all he wanted was a banana and apparently, having called dietary, there were none in the hospital that morning. Barry did not say a word. However about 30 minutes later Barry turned back up after going out to a store to buy bananas for Christopher. I found him in beside Christopher's crib where he was feeding him bananas and Christopher was nothing but smiles and banana mush. I cried at his love and generosity and told that story many times after."


    From Jean Tingley:

    "When Barry and I were both candidates in the 2003 election, it was then that I got to know him as a friend and really was thankful for his sense of humour. Anyone who is on the campaign trail definitely needs a sense of humour just to endure the rigorous schedule. I'm sure Barry remembers how great it was when we finally got rotated to the back row on the stage, far away from the prying eyes of the audience and he would let loose with his comments that had us in fits of laughter. Somehow, losing didn't matter because we really enjoyed the time we all spent together thanks to his sense of humour.

    Near the end of the campaign I got really run down and my mouth broke out in cold sores and my bottom lip had a huge crack on it. The last night we were standing in line waiting to be announced to go on stage and Barry was making his usual crazy comments. Everytime I started to laugh at him it caused the crack on my lip to open and bleed. I finally told him to leave me alone because everytime he made me laugh my crack opened. He looked me right in the eye and said 'Wish I had known you when you were 16!' A classic Barry moment. "


    From Sheila Molyneaux:

    "I was told a story about the very proper head nurse on Unit 2 surgical unit at the QEH (Miss Charbelle? I think). One day, Barry sauntered to the nursing station and went up to Miss Charbelle, handed her sweater to her and said "you forgot this at my place last night". As the story was told, Miss C was mortified."

    As Dad would say: "Don't wait until there is a crisis to appreciate your friends and loved ones. You know how much you appreciate a hug. So do they. We are very lucky to have each other. Show it."

    Jamie
  • Update and a Request
    I just got back from Charlottetown. Dad is still comfortable. He is slowly deterioating but he still recognizes everyone. He has some moments when you are surprised with how sharp he is. He still is cracking jokes and making people laugh. The staff there is great and his doctor is terrific at helping him with everything that is going on. It was good to see the so many people helping out Dad and Pam with everything. Suzie and Pam are almost living at Prince Edward Home and giving Dad all the love and care that he needs. His friends are great in helping him and giving Pam a chance for a break. Suzie and Pam have been taking turns staying at night in case he wakes up. I was glad I was able to take a turn to spend the night with Dad and give them a break. Pam's niece is coming home this weekend and I think she will give the night crew a break. Thanks again to everyone who is helping out.

    One thing we thought of while I was there and laughing at some of the Dad stories that people were telling was how great it would be to have a collection of stories to look at but also for the grandkids to learn about their grandfather down the road when they are older. I must say that I have learned a lot about Dad that I didn't know from all the posts on the blog. It would be interesting to see the stories from friends, classmates, patients, family, etc. I set up an email address for people to send the stories to as we did not want all of them on the blog-- we all know that many of the Dad stories are not appropriate for public consumption! Please email a story, recollection, etc. about Dad, or even favorite photo to barrylingfamily@yahoo.ca. I will get them to Pam so they can have a copy at the PE home to read to Dad.

    Dad told me to send a hug to everyone and he appreciates all the hugs and prayers that he is getting.

    Jamie

A Considerable Speck - A Dialogue of Self and Soul... (A work in progress and thoughts in process). Welcome to my personal musings and conversations about the emerging church, postmodernism, culture, spirituality, the journey of life and loads more. By Rushan (former PEI resident, now in New Hampshire)
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Aiken House and Gardens - Photos of the Aiken Home and Gardens in Warren Grove, Prince Edward Island.
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  • Soft Light

    Hello everyone,
          This evening the sun came out and so I grabbed my camera and took a few soft white photos to share with you. The ornamental pear tree is blooming and it just a humming with the sound of bees.I stole a few branches from them to make a bouquet.

    I have been getting our little garden cottage cleaned up for the season and since we have a tour tomorrow I wanted to add a nice bouquet.
    I liked the soft light streaming in.


    A pretty old doll.


    After,tomorrow(after our tour) I will have time to take a few pics of the garden etc. to share with you soon. It is supposed to be warm and sunny tomorrow-perfect!

    I am joining My Romantic Home for Show and Tell Friday.

    Take care,
    Carolyn




  • Morning Glory
    Good Morning!
         As many of you know we have a large pond on our property that was made last year in our field. So this spring it has been a real treat to sit in the early morning and enjoy the peace and quiet and watch the     Canada geese.
    We had some cool mornings giving a mist on the pond in the early hours.
    So peaceful to watch!
    But soon the sun comes up and burns off the mist and it is time for breakfast. The heron statue is from Homesense and he has since been moved to the little island.
    We feel blessed to be able to enjoy our breakfast in such a peaceful and beautiful setting.



    Morning glory!!!


    Well,now that breakfast is over the garden is calling to me!

    Today,I am joining Between Naps on the Porch for Tablescape Thursday ,The Charm of Home for Home Sweet Home and French Country Cottage for Feathered Nest Friday.

    Thank you for visiting,
    Carolyn



  • Little Miss Abby

    Hello everyone,
         I had a special little visitor this morning as our granddaughter Abby had some alone time with me. I had another post prepared but I loved how these turned out so I couldn't wait to share them.



    Abby loves her tea parties.
    Little Miss Abby is five years old this month.

    I think this one just might be my favorite!

    Or maybe this one?
    I sure did enjoy my alone time with you, little Miss Abby!

    Well, I have some house cleaning to do today as Friday is our first house & garden tour and I have focused mainly on getting the little cottage and the garden ready up until today.

    We are having lovely warm weather and although it is cloudy today it is still a nice spring day.

    Hope you have a wonderful day!

    Carolyn



  • Breakfast in Bed
    Hello everyone,
          Before going out into the garden to enjoy the warm spring day I have prepared a light breakfast for you. 
    This blue and white room has the original pine floors and a toile theme.
    It is not a fancy room by today's standards but it has a fresh,relaxed look.
    I have had this old dresser/vanity for years but I think it suits the room just fine.
    Mirror reflection
    A light breakfast of tea and homemade scones.
    This little teapot came home with me from England a few years ago and sits out on display.
    You can linger in bed for awhile longer if you like before joining me in the garden where there is still lots to do.

    I am joining Rose Chintz Cottage for Tea Time Tuesday today.

    Thank you for visiting me and I hope you have a lovely day!

    Carolyn



  • Color in the Garden
    Hello everyone,
         I hope you all had a lovely weekend. We enjoyed a sunny warm Mother's Day here with lots of food and all of our family. It was warm enough to eat out on veranda-I love to eat outdoors whenever possible.
    The garden is starting to fill in and the leaves are coming out on the trees and shrubs.
    Hyacinths are scenting the air.
    The bleeding hearts are blooming.
    The snakehead- fritillaria meleagris are blooming and slowly spreading in the garden.

    The hostas are putting up their fresh green and cream leaves.

    Ice follies daffodils blooming around the old wheelbarrow.
    Dainty little narcissus-not sure of their name.
    Our tulips are starting to bloom-now I am wishing I had planted a lot more as not all the old ones returned.
    These Red Riding Hood tulips have returned faithfully year after year. I hope I can get more of these for the fall planting.
    The hillside garden is awash with the beauty of many different varieties of daffodils.



    Well,that is what is happening in our garden so far. Tomorrow is going to be a hotter day so things can change pretty quickly in the garden. However, the benefit of a long cool spring is the flowers stay in bloom longer and have a more intense color.

    How is your garden doing? I know many of you are way ahead of us here as we are just getting started in our garden season.

    Today,I am joining the house in the roses for Show off your Cottage Monday.

    I hope you enjoy your day!

    Carolyn

Artist in Kensington - A blog sharing an artist's life in the small eastern Canadian town of Kensington.
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    My constant companion Harry, very cosy next to the new propane fireplace that I hope will keep us warmer than last year.
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    Life as an Artist in a small town.
    I had my house up for sale last summer and it almost sold, but no not this year. I beleive that I could sell it in the spring to another buyer, but since having decided that I would go, a big commission came in and another opportunity with a gallery here on the Island. A reason to stay a while longer...and a reason to go.

    For now I am very happy to have an exciting commission to work on and spend my days filled with passion and work and no stress. How do you do that you ask? You do what you love, and you stop running around like an asshole trying to get it all done yesterday.
    Just take a minute, If you do nothing else for yourself as we begin the new year, just take more time for yourself.
    On my StarSeedMedia Blog my morning artist discussion was about TIME BEING THE NEW STATUS SYMBOL

    On this blog I will share with you my PACE as an artist, one of the reasons I like being in a small town in the low stress, but really as long as I can do my work in a home studio I am happy to not see much of anyone Most of the Time. Do not interupt my solitude...Dali' understood

    this is my dining room now again...studio...need a bigger place...need a bigger place....(as she tapes her red shoes together)
    Much love Shayli
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    MOVING
    Leaving Kensington, putting the house up for sale and moving on...

    are you an artist that needs a quiet small town?
    email
    shaylivere@gmail.com
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    Another Interview Today
    County Line Courier - our Kensington paper
    My daughter likes to read this paper as well, she sees many of her classmates in the paper, and has a wonderful sense of community.
    I am very happy to be interviewed about my art studio and gallery opening here in Kensington. PEI
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    Interview Today
    I pitched a story idea to Sally Cole arts and entertainment writer for the Guardian about my small arty town. Stating that it was a great story as Kensington is building a great arts community here, with 4 visual artists studios - as well as writers, musicians etc! She picked up the story about us visual artists, so today myself, the Artist Co-op, Anne Gallant and Greg Garrand are all being interviewed.
    I also have our great although small Kensington Newspaper the Courier coming over in the next few days to do a story on my artist studio and gallery.
    Press got to love it!

Ask Jo - Love, Life, and Longings - Ask Jo is an on-line advice column.
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  • Sat., December 13th, Flirty Girlfriend
    What do you do with a woman that contuniously flirts with other men when she goes out?  I am assuming you mean you are dating someone, who you perceive is flirting constantly infront of you. First of all, maybe it is just her personality and way of acting friendly to both sexes. Personally, I think it is human nature [...]
  • Sat., November 22nd, Street Magic Revealed
    I recently saw a street magician pick up a dead fly off a windshield and bring it back to life. How did he do it. At the risk of angering all the street magicians and their cabal, I believe I can shed a little light on your question. After all, light can be turned into heat [...]
  • Fri., November 21st, Wants Help With The Cooking
    My husband doesn’t like cooking…and I’m really getting tired of having to do it all the time. What should I do?  - Kathy This is a common problem that unfortunately a lot of women face even during these so called modern times. I suggest being honest with your husband. Tell him how you feel. If you [...]
  • Wed., November 19th, Can I Make Money From Paid Surveys
    I recently saw an ad which stated that if I purchased a product it would tell me how I could earn up to $125 by filling out a survey. The product costs $49. I was wondering if this offer was legitimate. - Joyce. Hi Joyce. I am not an expert in these on-line business so I [...]
  • Thu., September 4th, Are Pineapples An Aphrodisiac
      What happens when a man eats a pineapple? There are many positive and negative side effects of pineapple which affect BOTH males and females. Pineapple Juice is said to enhance intimacy if eaten within 24 hours of male to female contact. You will just have to try it and find out for yourself! There is an old [...]

Charlottetown Teen Zone - Teen Zone is sponsored by the City of Charlottetown Youth Advisory Board.
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  • Thu., October 21st, Halloween Costume Dance
  • Thu., October 21st, Halloween Costume Dance
    [ October 29, 2010; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] Halloween... the funnest time of year!!!! Dress up in your scariest/most creative/funniest costume and get the chance to WIN PRIZES!!!When : October. 29thWhere : Murphy's Community CentreTime : 7:00 - 10:00pmTickets on sale now at Teen Zone : $5.00 advance $7.00 at the door 
  • Fri., September 24th, Get treated like the Beauty Queen you are!
  • Tue., September 21st, Tutor & Glow Bowling
    [ October 6, 2010; 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ] Let's help out the kids in the afterschool program with their homework :-) ~Free Glow Bowling~ 5:00-6:00  
  • Tue., September 21st, Nutrition Help
    [ October 5, 2010; 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] Let's face it! Today there are so many facts and myths out there about the food we eat... why not come and speak to our nutritionist and get the right answers... email me what you would like to talk about at jcormier@murphyscommunitycentre.com Some suggestions are: Emotional Eating; Understanding Food Labels; Tips for Eating Out; Cooking Healthier Meals; [...]

Connections - connecting consumers with the people who produce their food - Today, people are increasingly concerned about where their food comes from and how it is grown. FoodTrust responds to this concern by providing an important link between you and a group of dedicated farmers and growers who produce and harvest high-quality, safe and wholesome foods. FoodTrust works with these growers and harvesters to establish sustainable growing standards that respond to your need for a safe, high-quality food source.
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Crib Chronicles - Life with a new baby, by Bonnie Stewart (partner of Dave Cormier)
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  • Mon., April 30th, what i wanted to write on Facebook
    it was 3:20 when we all raced in from the park and scattered. four people, six different directions. the calculus of families. physics probably says it’s impossible but i have always said pshaw! to physics. physics wins, of course, in the end: thirty seconds after scattering the two smaller ones were back, pulling me in [...]
  • Fri., April 20th, on the last day you woke up five
    you are sleeping and for a minute, mouth open, curled small in your bed, you look again like the curly-headed toddler whom i still expect to see, some mornings before my brain entirely catches up to the present. you are big, long now, leaner, solid. your Buddha belly is only a memory. you have a [...]
  • Thu., April 5th, April flowers
    it is not-quite-spring but the snow is mostly gone, reduced to salt-and-pepper-crusted mounds. we have no cherry blossoms here to herald the end of winter, only crocuses, the modest, cheery crocuses that pop up even before the mud loses its icy cover. when the crocuses come it is spring, for me, and i am a [...]
  • Tue., March 27th, not waving, but drowning
    they were away. they pulled out of the driveway and i waved from inside the house though it occurred to me after they drove away that i could have stood in the driveway, waving until they could not see me anymore. i’d like to be that mother. i’d like them to remember me that way, [...]
  • Wed., March 21st, bodies at rest, or why i keep on keeping on
    for almost six years now, i’ve written here. at least a few posts every month. sometimes, in the heady old days, twelve or more. but always a few. i kept going because i was afraid if i stopped, i’d stay stopped. until this month. i’ve been busy, under deadlines, distracted. three weeks went by. bless [...]

Crusade For Justice (In Our Closed Society) - Phillip Miller has been fighting for an operation since 1995. Here you will find the link to a lengthy file which details this struggle.
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  • We Love You

    On Tuesday afternoon my father lost his 15 year struggle. He died at the hospital unexpectedly, but he was surrounded by his loving family. Rest in peace Phillip Miller. We love you very much...you are with us always. We will keep fighting for justice for you, until the end.
  • Download Phillip Miller's File
    The following story chronicles a large part of my life over the last 12 years, in Prince Edward Island, and how I have been totally mistreated by the medical system, the government, and the College of Physicians and Surgeons, to say the least.

    In June of 1995 I suffered a severe back injury and was never properly treated for it, a disk sits in my nerves, and for many years I have been trying to get help in the form of an operation.

    This file is an official Canada Pension Plan file up until page 193, where three judges at my CPP final appeal hearing agreed that I have "a disability that is severe and prolonged"(page 192).

    I believe there are many other people in Prince Edward Island who are unable to receive proper surgical repair, and who are miserably suffering unnecessarily.

    I welcome your comments and questions. I have highlighted key letters in the Table of Contents that will provide a very good overview.


    Please download the file in PDF.

    Just click on the orange "download this file" below.

    CPP File:



    Table of Contents:
  • Update
    ***2 pages added to the file***


    Positive MRI finding:

    Page 214


    Page 215
  • Our Letter To The United Nations
    Mail Petitions Team
    Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
    United Nations Office at Geneva
    1211 Geneva 10, Switzerland

    May 7, 2007

    Phillip Miller
    P.O. Box 462
    Cornwall, Prince Edward Island
    C0A 1H0
    Canada


    Dear High Commissioner for Human Rights:

    I wish to file a complaint under the Optional Protocol to the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, specifically regarding Article 25 (also Articles 3 and 8) of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, involving the Government of Canada, and the Government of Prince Edward Island.

    The Prince Edward Island government is predominantly responsible for my situation, I have attempted in every way to get help from my provincial government, including approaching the federal government with letters to the Prime Ministers (pages 201-202, 208-209 and 210). The file that we are submitting is very detailed, and contains the complete history of my fight over the last 12 years, and is an official file which was submitted at my Canada Pension Plan final appeal hearing for disability benefits (187-193). There are many letters in the file that clearly spell out my plight and would address most questions you would have. A few examples can be
    found on pages 110-113, 137-138, 158-161, and 182-186.

    Perhaps it is unusual to receive complaints of this nature from Canada, a founding member country of the United Nations, we may be a leader in human rights around the world but, as is evident in the media on a daily basis, and from my experiences, I feel that our levels of government are experts at covering up human rights
    violations; these issues are only addressed when they are brought to light by legal means or public outcry. This situation is so serious that no lawyers, organizations or individuals would ever want to take on the case for fear of reprisal by the medical community, which is all powerful; this is clearly evident in the file. In addition, I have done an exhaustive search throughout our legal community and the common theme was conflict of interest; Prince Edward Island is a small place.

    We have not made an application to any other international body. The facts required for my complaint are in chronological order in the file.

    The fairly far lateral disc herniation that I have been forced to live with for the last 12 years has totally compromised my central nervous system, which in turn has placed me in a very precarious and unknown situation; in August 2005 I suffered an attack of congestive heart failure as a result of this situation not being dealt with. No cause could be found for the congestive heart failure (ie. defects, disease) other than what the doctor termed as a "one time event." My injury and living with the impact of it, I would think, constitutes that one time event. The treatment that I was given by the heart specialist was a prescription for a
    collection of 12 different pharmaceuticals, even before the test results were processed. I feel that this was just an action taken to put me in my place, especially when the doctor said to me, "what I did to you was standard practice."
    I need surgery, not pharmaceuticals.

    Outside of my injury I am healthy and disease free, and would like to live another fifty years. If I don't get help soon I know that, from what I am experiencing now, my time is limited.

    I am urging you to please act as soon as is humanly possible. I do not have access to medical care.

    My daughter has assisted me with this case since the beginning and is the only reason that I have been able to pursue this for as long as I have. We have attempted to garner support from the public by posting my file on the internet(www.philliptmiller.blogspot.com) but the situation is such that no one would ever dare speak out on this, therefore my final hope for a remedy lies with you.

    Thank you.


    Sincerely,
    Phillip Miller
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    Dear Mr. Binns:

    Since you have failed to act on my case I have no choice but to take drastic measures.

    This case will now be filed with the United Nations. I will bring to light your embarrassing policies on individual human rights in any way that I can, including contacting newspapers in places like Fort McMurray, Alberta.

    The lengths that you have gone to in protecting our broken health care system are unbelievable. This is not going away...I have many options left. As Premier you, and no one else, are totally responsible for resolving this situation.


    Sincerely,
    ~Phillip Miller

East Coast Style - Summerside native Amanda Bulman lives in Halifax and comments on East Coast designers, photos, locals band interviews, and random fashion insights
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  • Sunsets on the East Side
    If I was an eighteen year designer bursting at the seams(no pun intended) with talent I can?t promise I would be anywhere near as modest as the three girls who make up the design company ?Sunsets on the East Side?. Katryna Crabbe, Kirsten Sweet and Jackie Skinner of Queens County Prince Edward Island first debuted their clothing line at PEI fashion week in 2006 when they were barely sixteen years old. Now two years later, the girls have formed a small company and sell their cute wares both online and at the local vintage hipster haven.
    As if is this isn?t reason enough to be impressed with the self possessed and ambitious eighteen year old girls-the clothing they design also tends to leave local fashion lovers breathless. The pieces in their most recent collection vary widely as each girl?s
    sense of style lends something a little different to the clothes. Jackie?s designs are the most artful and involve bold colors, big funky buttons and crazy prints. Kirstin cites American designer Christopher Wang and street fashion blogs like Hel-Looks as influences and her clothes reflect that by being both way feminine and punky(think Sonic Youth?s Kim Gordon). Finally Katrina?s designs are classic and offer up an old time movie star glamour that isn?t seen often on the streets of Charlottetown.
    So what?s up next for the talented teens? The girls are plotting their next line, working on updating the company web-site, and are psyched to be launching a fashion blog. To contact Sunsets on the East Side, add them to facebook or e-mail the girls at sunsetsontheeastside@gmail.com
  • Fall! For the right Trends
    The fashion mags are advertising plaid like mad and the boutiques have begun to stock up on jackets and tweed. Fall fashion hunting has officially begun. As a avid fashion magazine buyer and a notorious shopper I've begun to figure out which fall purchases will last several season and which trends are a bit more flash in the pan(I.E a waste of my hard-earned bar tended tips). Here's what I'm buying for Fall
    1. Boot cut jeans in a dark rinse(according to Marie Clare the oh so flattering boot cut is back in). My short legs are so grateful.
    2) A long striped cardigan by B.B Dakota(Just us Girls on PEI carries tons of BB and the line is amazing and affordable). Mary-Kate Olsen does the prison stipes with ray bans, rock and roll boyfriends, and coffee. Me too.
    3) Something in vintage lace...Dolce and Gabbana and Valentino rocked lace hardcore on the runways and sheer delicate lace really is more than romantic enough for fall. I'm thinking a baby doll lace dress with some boots.
    4)Plaid...I heart plaid. I'm on the lookout for a light weight plaid trench, it's perfect for jumping in leaves and lifting thick texts books across the quad. Winners might be the place for scooping up a plaid trench or Ebay.
    5. Some serious Boots. I'm thinking of hitting up Kick Ass Shoes on Spring Garden and scooping up some studded motorcycle boots, I love the versatility.

    Trends I'm skipping for Fall
    1. Chunky Necklaces. Not being a big costume Jewelery fan, this one is an easy skip and I'm not a big Lanvin fan anyway, so I won't feel like I'm being disloyal to a house I like. I'm more of a less is more girl on the necklace front.
    2.Fur. Oh Alexender McQueen I will usually follow you anywhere anytime. You have ushered in countless trends that I almost live for, you're a visionairy, cutting edge..so what's with all the fox fur this season? Let this flash in the pan die out quickly.
    3. Floral. I, like most, like floral for spring..it makes more sense to wear blossoms when flowers are, well, blossoming. And most of the houses are mixing their florals with fur which just isn't working for me at all. Roberto Cavalli is just too quirky sometimes.

    Happy fall shopping.
  • Fashion Magazine Contest, Hip Halifax Hangouts and a few photos
    So,
    Yours truly has been selected as a potential fashion reporter for Fashion magazine. The public votes so get out there and vote for me like mad. Each voter can vote once per day. Just go online and vote for me. It's simple.

    In other news I've been on a hunt for hip Halifax hang-outs and I have found a few faves.

    Paperchase cafe, is haunted by about a gazillion cartoonists/writers/artists who also happen to be coffee fiends. Slouchy chairs, free wi fi, and tons of fresh organic goodies also makes this the hangout to beat Check it out on Blowers Street.

    The Black Market, is a truly great place to shop. Hard to miss too with it's outdoor murals and huddles of Amnesty international workers waiting outside. The store sells kites, shirts, bracelets, anklets, saris, bangles. Everything you could ever want.

    Dio Mio. Next to the world's most fantastic vintage store this ice cream/gelato cafe also makes one mean veggie burger. I suggest checking it out Pronto.
  • Blame it on the Rain
    Most of the articles I have written so far for my fashion blog(the one you're currently reading) have revolved around Vintage finds, local designers, and bargains all found on the East Coast. This is because I do truly believe that fashionable people on the East Coast are for the most part very interested in the intersection of community/environmental sustainability and looking damn good. The city of Halifax is so concerned with sustainability that the most rad mag in town(The Coast) prints an annual guide to sustainable consumerism that goes beyond the usual common sense such as "shop at the farmers market" and, "buy local sweaters woven in rural farm communities". But, fashion on the East Coast isn't just driven by a sense of community activism and a concern for the environment. The weather(sadly) also plays a big part in deciding what to wear. It's hard to dress hip when the wind is gusting at 110 kms an hour. The following is a list of East Coast staples(the kind of staples that might make us a constant joke in other parts of Canada) that are weather driven, fashionable, and for the most part sustainable.

    1. Wellies/Rubber Boots. Stop light red, taxi-cab yellow, deep hunter green or, funky patterns. You choose. Paired with a organic skinny jean a la Kate Moss and a sexy short coat these fun rubber boots keep your feet dry in the rainy Island or Halifax weather. The cutest Rubber Boots I've spotted in Halifax can be found at Mills Lady's Wear on Spring Garden Road. These boots are Burburry (yum plaid) which is so so very English Rose.

    2. A Warm Winter Hat that an East Coast Individual might be Forced to Wear Year Round Due to the Miserable Slushy, Stormy Weather.
    Your Best option for a cute-year-round-winter-hat on the East Coast is to buy a slouchy beanie. These hats are the best for several reasons. They can be worn from side to side(like a beret) or front to back,which means you can create entirely different looks with a single item of clothing. The Slouchy Beanie is like a chic toque, meaning that you won't get frostbite by donning one and you won't look like you just spent hours hosing down your back yard hockey rink. The owner of AB Fab on PEI hand knits colorful beanies and they sell for about twenty bucks a pop. Which is quite a steal. Just Us Girls on PEI, a crazy great little fashion cafe also carries a fantastic hat line that uses only organic material. The Bargain Bin at Elsies, or Le Chateau are the best hat places in Halifax.

    3. Black Rimmed Glasses-Wide Lenses
    My fashion senses are tingling and I'm guessing it's because I have a hunch that big nerdy glasses are becoming a must have(A hunch that is based on the many photos of Sienna Miller and the girls from the Hills rocking this trend), This works for us on the East Coast because a) We are a society of chic nerds who love to read, and b) The crazy wind conditions make contact lense wearing a challenge. American Apparal is currently selling great vintage framed wide lense glasses, but I reccomend hitting up some of the local boutiques and finding a less generic pair.
  • Scene(spelled wrong on purpose) and Heard in Halifax-Vintage Edition.
    Fashionable people(sorry Joel Plaskett) are everywhere in this fair city. Twenty-somethings decked head to toe in studded leather, girls in full on lolita(Lolita?) style, beat up con wearing indie kids, and most common of all urban hippies(note the colorful scarves and Northface gear) can be seen at anytime, and anywhere. I've been in the city for a few days now, and have mostly spent the time scouring the local vintage and thrift stores for deals and killer finds. Most of the used clothing stores are solid gold, but a few fall short. Below is a list of what I believe to be the most fun, and most affordable vintage nooks in the city.

    #1. Elsies- This great gem of a store in easily my fave vintage place in the city. The store carries the always fun Orphanage clothing line(also found at The Green Man Vintage and Vinyl), a line that reworks old concert tees. They also sell organic local goat soaps that smell like heaven and might make you clean enough to get in. Easily the greatest thing about Elsies is the two dollar bargain bin. Scarves, shirts, dresses and shoes all float around in this old hope chest until some fashion savy but broke university student scoops them up. Check out Elsies on Queen Street.

    #2. Allie's New Boutique- Located on Barrington street, this cool shop's best feature is it's owner. Allie Edgecomb is an aging, super fun, hippie type, whose personality lends a sense of comfortable lightness to the store. The boutique also sometimes features local hand crafted jewelery and textiles-always a good thing.

    #3. Dressed in Time- I heart this store. First of all it's located next to Dio Mio just off Spring Garden road. Vintage shopping and tasty ice cream like treats is almost more than I can handle. Second of all, the store's excellent shoe collection is a delight for any chick with a shoe fetish. I saw lace up green booties, red square heeled pinup shoes, and perfectly worked in cowboy boots. Dressed in Time also seems to hire only the nicest and coolest staff who will go above and beyond in order to help out the customer.

    Coming up...photos of fun fashionable Halifaxians

Greenspree.ca - Striving for a bright green future! - Environmental issues blog.
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Guardian Lifestyles section - The Guardian, PEI's largest daily "Covers the Island Like the Dew". This is the feed for their Lifestyles section
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Hidden Island Paradise - We all need a hidden island paradise.. right? Well... let me tell you about a place where you can feel safe. You can swim in the ocean, eat strawberries (right out of the berry patch) and sleep under the stars at night. Listen to birds singing and the wind gently whispering in the trees....And THAT is just to start.... (Gary Gray)
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  • Stories Of My Hidden Island Paradise




    Wood Islands Prints

    "Welcome


    Welcome to the site for Wood Islands Prints.
    The Wood Islands part of the name is from the area (town?) where I live here on Prince Edward Island in eastern Canada. It is known best for the ferry terminal about two miles from home. The ferry goes across to Nova Scotia for about 7 months of the year and is a popular tourist attraction. In the winter the area loses all tourist attraction and drops to the relatively few permanent residents.
    The Prints part of the name began about a decade ago when I first began marketing matted prints of photographs I had taken to local gift shops. The photography side of the business has settled to a small but steady business supplying postcards and photo-magnets of local scenes (produced through VistaPrint) to shops on the southeast corner of the island." read more...
    This is a new blog written by Tom Schultz to help new Island writers to self publish.
    As we move more deeply into the 21st Century and the age of information, the economic well being of Prince Edward Island will depend more heavily on the arts and the stories that will be the content of plays and paintings as well as books and music like those at the "Tunes and Yarns Virtual Cafe"
    Enjoy the stories of my Hidden Island Paradise. As we take you on an artistic picnic of our culture through image, story and music. Just imagine being here...

  • Prince Edward Island - Imagine Being Here!
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    "We would like to welcome you to our beautiful province. Prince Edward Island has welcomed visitors of all ages for many years, creating authentic Island experiences for everyone to enjoy. Our miles of sandy beaches are some of the best in the world. Our rich culture and heritage offer much to be seen and explored. And our warm hospitality sets us apart.

    What unexpected and priceless gifts will your family take home? Family Vacation ideas
    There's an Authentic PEI Experience for everyone-play a round of golf at an award-winning course; learn how an artisan creates their one-of-a-kind craft; attend one of our manyfestivals and events and sample some of the finest culinaryproducts, fresh from the farm and sea.
    Fill your days with a scenic coastal tour, an evening of theatre or a fun-filled family activity. Make Prince Edward Island your next vacation destination. Discover why our visitors are already booking their return visit before they leave."


    Photo and content credit: Prince Edward Island Department of Tourism

    Invest a little of your time with our new 2012 Prince Edward Island visitors guide and IMAGINE BEING HERE on my Hidden Island Paradise.


  • Island Wide Kitchen Party Feb 20th, 2012


    "The Biggest Kitchen Party You've Ever Seen!"



    "Each year Prince Edward Island celebrates Islander Day - so come February 20th it will be a holiday for ALL who live here ? both those native to the Island and those that have moved here from the mainland and away. Then there are those who may only be able  to wish that they could be here.

    There?s an alliance that has formed to unite both groups called Islanders by Choice and this year they are planning to kick the celebrations up a couple of notches ? throwing what they call
     'The Biggest Kitchen Party You've Ever Seen'.  There will be great entertainment and great food ? dancing, playing and above all having fun."

    Click Here to read more and find the links. Click Here to join the fun! : )

    EVERYONE IS WELCOME - Y'ALL COME... :)

    I hope you can mark your calendar and come join "The Biggest Kitchen Party You've Ever Seen!"

    Welcome to my Hidden Island Paradise.

    I hope you are having an AWESOME day! :D

    smiles :)

    Gary

  • PEI Photo Shoot - Simply Awesome!!!


    Have you ever read the book "Anne of Green Gables" by Lucy Maud Montgomery?

    It is a romantic novel about a young orphan girl who came to Prince Edward Island to live with an Island family and work as a farm hand. (she was supposed to be a boy)

    Anyway this young girl with flaming red hair and seven freckles had the most vivid imagination that led to all sorts of romantic adventures.

    The book although written a hundred years ago remains a number one best seller to this day. Romantics the world over have followed their own dreams and found their way to Prince Edward Island to explore for themselves the land of Anne (with an e)

    Now it's time to meet a real life Anne who also came to Prince Edward Island . Laura Jane is a true romantic with her very own adventure that also involves Prince Edward Island.

    Let's first visit PEI Photo Shoot something organized by a half dozen Island business women some of whom are known as the Island Tweethearts. (need I say more)

    To really get the back story on Laura Jane and Cam I need to take you on your very own  "Whimfield" adventure.

    I really wouldn't feel complete in doing this post on our famous "Anne" character without  including a visit to "Cavendish Figurines" This business was started by two friends that I med during my "Community School" days. It has grown into a very successful business with (of course) International sales.

    I hope that you have enjoyed this tiny taste of  my "Hidden Island Paradise"

    If you liked it please leave a comment and feel free to share it with your friends.

    Oh yes and please if you liked the photo shoot let them know with a comment. Thanks!!!

    Gary
  • Heating Oil Tank And Fuel Oil Tank Nightmare
    Heating Oil Tank 






















    Do you know what the worst nightmare could be for someone living here on my Hidden Island Paradise?

    A Heating Oil Tank or a Fuel Oil Tank leak!


    Why?

    Because it  ruins the fragile Island environment of my Hidden Island Paradise. It can create huge property damage and cleanup bills. It is not uncommon for a typical heating oil tank or fuel oil tank spill  to be in to the six figure range.

    What is the answer? RUPTUREseal  This is a product invented right here on my Hidden Island Paradise to temporarily STOP the leak until there is a permanent solution and the heating oil tank or the fuel oil tank can be repaired or replaced.

    Oil and fuel leaks can and do happen anywhere so check out  RUPTUREseal  to see how this product can save the day, the environment, your property and your bank account.

    A simple solution to a nightmare of a problem.

    I will post again soon.

iRunman - Autistic Celebration Run - iRunman - Autistic Celebration Run Tip-to-Tip for Safety Training and Education
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  • CBC TV Interview - Aired on CBC News Compass June 14th, 2007
    This follow up interview to a number of interviews we did surrounding Alex's Tip-to-Tip Run and Dennis Debbaudt's Seminars was done for Charlottetown's CBC 6pm News Compass on June 13th and aired June 14th. It runs 2:33.

  • PEI Council of the Disabled Special Recognition Award 2007

























    Photo (left to right) : Mom/Janet, Bernie Wilson, Dad/Roger, Alex

    Saturday, June 16, 2007

    After the trail run we went to the new residence building at UPEI to the PEI Council of the Disabled's Annual General Meeting.

    They give me and my family a Special Recognition Award "For individual achievement in raising awareness of Autism" for my Tip to Tip from North Cape to East Point in 2006 and training law enforcement and first responders.

    The PEI CoD helped us set up the Runman Fund to collect donations.

    Thank You very much.
    http://www.theguardian.pe.ca/index.cfm?sid=39823&sc=117

    Council of the Disabled honour Islanders, businesses
     The Guardian

    Several Island businesses have been honoured for efforts in making their facilities more accessible to those with disabilities. The P.E.I. Council of the Disabled hands out the access awards annually.
    The Clyde River Community Centre, Clyde River, was awarded for barrier-free renovations, including a ramp, widened doors and handrails in washrooms.
    St. Mary's Parish Council, Souris, was awarded for efforts made to make barrier-free renovations, including fund-raising and installation of an elevator.
    Life Bridge Incorporated, Charlottetown, was awarded for constructing and providing accessible and supportive housing for people with intellectual and mobility disabilities.
    St. Pius X Parish, Charlottetown, was awarded for its barrier-free renovations.
    ONI Properties, Charlottetown, was awarded for considering and addressing the need for barrier-free apartments in new developments.
    Kim Levesque with the Arthritis Society of P.E.I., Charlottetown, was awarded for her efforts in assisting people with visual disabilities by transcribing a lengthy manual into an electronic format.
    Several appreciation awards were also handed out. The CBC, Charlottetown; the Journal-Pioneer, Summerside; Stew and Sharon Arkwell, Summerside; Paul Schurman, Summerside; Clary Stubbert, Meadowbank; Wal-Mart Summerside; Kristin Rowe, Halifax; and Danny and Marty Murphy all received awards.
    A special recognition award went to Alex Bain and his family for raising awareness of Autism.
    The Council of Canadians with Disabilities award was presented to Laurel Smyth of Charlottetown.
  • Alex's New Blog - Runman
    Although his Autistic Celebration Run has long since ended,
    Alex continues to Run For Autism.
    You can follow him & his running on his new blog Runman
    at therunman.blogspot.com
  • Alex's Movie - Tip-to-Tip PEI
    When Alex first told me he wanted to run across PEI, he told me he wanted to make a documentary about it. So, shortly before we took off, I rolled up my jars of saved quarters and loonies ($1. coins) and we bought a little video camera.

    We didn't get a lot of footage. It was hard enough biking and keeping my balance, snapping all the photos I did was quite a bonus, but trying to video as we were in motion proved next to impossible. Every morning (except the morning we were in Charlottetown and discovered the camera had been left on and the batteries were dead) we started our day with Alex's commentary. We do have some footage from the trail, far more than made it into this final cut. His first movie was over an hour and a quarter long. Because, at the time, he was putting it together to show during our PEI Marathon presentation I told him he'd have to cut it down to about 30 minutes and he cut out all the actual Run video except, I think, a bit in Summerside, the Police escort into Kensington, and the bit at the end as he reaches the East Point lighthouse.

    What he ended up with in this video short is a 21 minute video that tells the story of his run, in daily commentary of where we are and where we're going, his choice of photos from that day, and his choice of music to help tell his story. He has captioned it to accommodate his poor articulation so you'll all understand him.

    Again thanks to everyone who helped make the Run possible and helped out along the way. And thanks to our friends who actually put it up on YouTube for us.

    As much as we love this beautiful little Island, if you live in a spot like we do, you end up beyond the world of highspeed, somewhere just out of reach of Route 2's towers on one side, Ruranet's towers on the other and despite Aliant's promise that we'd have highspeed years ago (and all the money the Government gave them to make that happen), it never happened. Even if Eastlink cable ran past our lane, running the cable in our (very long) lane would cost a fortune. Satellite, our only "choice", is just too expensive and too restrictive. Consequently, YouTube (among other things) is virtually inaccessible to us. It can take hours (and more than one try) to load a video that's just a couple of minutes long. I look forward to the day I can thoroughly explore the videos on the Posautive YouTube group.

    So, with all that said, here is Alex's 21+ minute movie, split into 3 parts to accommodate YouTube's 10 minute limit. Enjoy....





  • Year End Review - Eastern Graphic

Island Energy-Facing new challenges with a strong spirit - What I am hoping to do here is to record the story of people, communities and PEI as we work to reduce our dependence on oil. Of course as I tell our story, it may be of some help to others from away who have the same goals. And also to help us with our story, I will tell the stories of many from away who are also moving the cheese. - Rob Paterson
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