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Folks, I gotta tell you something about these Facebook and Twitter posts that claim if you don’t share them, you’re going to get cursed—or if you do, the universe will somehow reward you. That’s pure nonsense.

First off, nobody’s sitting up there checking your feed to see if you clicked share. If they were, they’d probably be busy dealing with hurricanes, politicians, and idiots trying to sneak in and out of Walmart without paying. Your little tap on that button doesn’t mean a thing.

And let’s be real—good luck doesn’t travel over Wi-Fi. And forwarding a chain email won’t make the universe suddenly say, “Oh, this one’s good. Let’s toss him a bone.” That’s not how reality works.

Here’s the kicker: these posts work on fear and guilt. That’s it. Guilt, fear, anxiety. They want you to feel like you’re failing somehow if you scroll past. You know what that reminds me of? Those old chain letters. You remember them, right? “Send this to ten people, or you’ll be haunted by a ghost.” Only now it’s Jesus holding a puppy, and the ghost is your nonexistent bad luck.

Belief isn’t something you push with a button. It doesn’t care about likes, shares, or how many people see it. Real decency shows up in the everyday things—helping a neighbor, telling the truth, being there when it matters. So don’t panic, and don’t click share out of fear. Scroll past if you want, laugh at how ridiculous it all is, and if you feel like it, do something real for someone. That matters far more than any Facebook post ever will.

Then again… some people will believe anything, as long as it’s printed in fancy letters and tells them what to do.

“Until the next time, keep your minds open and your stories alive. GW”

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You know, occasionally, the internet throws something at us that makes you scratch your head and wonder, “Did I miss a memo?” Lately, a persistent rumor has been floating around Facebook and other social media: that schools here in Canada are setting up litter boxes for students who identify as “furries.”

Well, in reality…this is not true. No school in Canada, including all schools in Ontario, has installed litter boxes in classrooms. No school board recognizes “furries” in any official capacity. Ontario, Prince Edward Island, and Alberta… all have issued official statements confirming the story is false.

However, schools do allow students to express themselves within reasonable dress codes. Kids can wear fun clothes, hats, or themed outfits for spirit days or events. But this does not extend to recognizing “furries” as a formal category, and students cannot simply come to school in full furry costumes as part of official accommodation. Rules about appropriate clothing… no disruptive costumes in class, no masks that obscure the face… still apply.

So where did the rumor come from? Like most viral nonsense, it started somewhere else (the U.S.), got a little makeover online, and suddenly made the rounds here. Some folks saw it on Facebook or Twitter, read a shocking headline, and thought, “Well, if it’s online, it must be true,” and shared it faster than a kid running from chores.

The truth is much less exciting but a lot safer: Canadian schools are focused on teaching math, reading, science, and how not to eat glue in art class. There are no kitty litter stations hiding behind the lockers and no secret furry lounges in the gym.

So next time you see someone sharing this story, you can smile, shake your head, and maybe say. “Nope, schools are not giving out litter boxes.”

But hey... who knows what the future will bring? Maybe hallways that move like conveyor belts, that carry students to their rooms. Probably not, but it’s fun to imagine.

Fact-checked as of August 2025; There are no reports or official evidence of Canadian schools installing litter boxes or formally recognizing “furries.”

“Until the next time, keep your minds open and your stories alive.
GW”

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You know, I get a lot of these emails—“Thank you for your purchase!” The catch? I haven’t bought anything. That’s when I realize what is really going on: it’s a scam, and I want others to know how to spot it, too.

Scammers make emails look like they’re from PayPal, Amazon, or other companies you trust. They even use real logos and banners to trick you into clicking links or sharing your password or credit card info.

Here’s how I protect myself:

• Check the sender’s email address closely. It might look legit, but sometimes a single letter is off.
• Don’t click on links in emails you weren’t expecting.
• If you want to check your account, go directly to the website by typing the address yourself.
• Look for spelling mistakes, weird banners, or anything that seems off.

Here’s what NOT to do:

• Don’t reply.
• Don’t enter your personal info.
• Don’t assume it’s real just because it looks official.

These scams can target anyone, especially seniors. So, take a moment, double-check, and don’t let anyone pressure you.

And remember—if an email offers you a free island or a lifetime supply of chocolate, it’s probably best to laugh and delete it.

Until next time, keep your minds open and your stories alive. GW

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By George Walters

Now, every so often, a post pops up on social media claiming the government has raised the Old Age Security eligibility age from 65 to 67. Folks share it with shock, worry, and a little outrage. I get it, as it touches a nerve. We’ve been paying into CPP and OAS our whole lives, and the thought of changes hitting us at the finish line is enough to make anyone squint at their inbox.

Here’s the straight of it. Right now, the official age for OAS eligibility is 65. You start collecting at 65, not 66, not 67.

Some of the confusion comes from history. Back in 2012, the Harper government announced a plan to gradually raise the OAS age to 67, starting in 2023 and finishing by 2029. That stirred a lot of talk online, and apparently, a lot of the memory stuck around. But in 2016, the Trudeau government reversed that plan. The eligibility age was restored to 65, and that’s where it stands today.

So why do the rumours persist? Because discussions about possible future changes get twisted, reshared, and repeated until they take on the air of fact. And when seniors are already worried about their pensions, a story like this spreads like wildfire.

The takeaway? Keep your eye on official announcements. Don’t let a viral post shape your understanding of your benefits. The rules are clear, and as of today, your OAS kicks in at 65.

Until the next time, keep your minds open and your stories alive.