The Boys of Summer
My goodness, it’s August already. Where did the time go?
This seems to be the question every year, especially when we have a chilly June filled with rain and, yes, snow. Then it was on to July, another typical Southern Alberta one, complete with thunderstorms, hail and a tornado that touched down very briefly near Balzac (fortunately, there was no damage and no one was injured). But now it’s time to get into truly enjoying summer … what’s left of it, that is.
A lot of that enjoyment can come from the summer menu. I encourage everyone to add to their mealtime (and snack time) repertoire with grilled fruit, which is a delectable – and healthy – way to reap the benefits of our relatively short growing season. As well as savouring the flavour of fabulous fruit kebabs (the recipe is available here on our website), you can also have a lot of fun experimenting with various wine-food pairings – even potato chips and gewürztraminer! Check out our life in the moment section to read all about the tasty side of summer.
On the people side of things, airdrielife shares the stories of some unique individuals who make up our community, from outdoorsman Wes David to roofer Ron Forsyth to long-time volunteer Murray Buchanan. Even more music to our ears, local band Sonic Diplomat is also in the spotlight. Read all about these fascinating folks in life in the moment, life in the community and life at work.
So with only a few weeks (days?) left of warm weather, remember to cherish the moment: bask in the summer sun, delight in the warm evenings, relish the seasonal fare, expand your barbecue skills – it’s all there for our enjoyment.
And don’t forget to keep an eye out for us in early September, when our fall issue of airdrielife hits the streets with a whole host of new and interesting people, places, tastes, sounds and more.
Anne Beaty, Editor
The Great Outdoors
New association comprises hunters, anglers and conservationists
For the Love of the Game
Chris Simnett comes out swinging, as he promotes the sport of tennis in his community
Wine Pairings
Good food and good wine go naturally together.
The Toughest Jobs in Town
For Ron Forsyth, the roofing industry combines heights, extreme physical activity and at different times of the year stifling mid-summer heat or frightfully frigid winter winds
