Letters

I have always been baffled by the fact that so many people enjoy destroying the small, beautiful yellow flower called the dandelion. As kids we all enjoyed blowing dandelion seeds, but grown-ups always frowned on us.

Re: "Oak Bay Lodge decision disappointing," Aug. 4. Like the writer, I too am embarrassed at the poor judgment of the "anti" voters on the Oak Bay council in rejecting the proposed new Oak Bay Lodge.

Many juvenile herons have left their nests in the Beacon Hill Park colony; the rest will soon follow. After leaving the nests, their parents no longer feed them.

Re: "Don't judge politicians on private beliefs," Aug. 5. I applaud Christy Clark for the statement she made that the Bible gives her the courage to make "tough" decisions as our premier.

Re: "Fire report points to smart meters," Aug. 4. A B.C. Hydro official says installation supervisors are certified electricians and are always on standby to undertake any plate repairs noted by the installers during the installation of smart meters.

Re: "Veteran Hayden shows his mettle," Aug. 2 and "Gold, silver and bronze," Aug. 5. B.C. and Canada should be very proud of these two B.C.

Re: "Report ranks local transit best for its size," Aug 5. Interesting report, but it's missing several essentials. Before B.C.

Re: "Public loos the frontline in battle for potty parity," Aug. 5. Thanks for addressing the discrimination women face in the bathroom department.

Re: "Emotional Findlay apologizes to fans," Aug. 5. I was almost in tears reading how Paula Findlay felt she had let down her friends and Canada, how she kept repeating, "I'm sorry" as she crossed the finish line in the women's triathlon.

Re: "Triumph. Heartbreak. Controversy." Aug. 5. Only hard work, physical and mental toughness will carry you through the pain to win a race.