Letter from the Editor
First, get involved in your community. It doesn’t matter how young or old you are, your community is your home. The more you put into it, the more it gives back. Volunteer, mentor, pick up trash, join a committee, it all matters. Plus, it’s a great way to meet people. It’s true what they say: it’s not just what you know, it’s who you know. Second, work hard, but don’t measure your life by your stuff. Sure, some things make life easier (and more fun), but in the end, it’s the time spent with family and friends that leaves a lasting impact. If you can pay the bills, take a yearly vacation and still have dinner with your family, you’re ahead of the game. Next, don’t take time for granted. It’s a luxury not everyone gets. Visit loved ones. Learn their stories. Know your family history. Someday, those chances might disappear and with them, part of your own story. Finally, support local. Yes, I know it’s tempting to have socks, spatulas, and snacks delivered by drone in under ten minutes. But local businesses are the heart of our towns. They sponsor the teams, hire the neighbours, and give our communities character. Support them, and they’ll support you. Oh, and one last thing: make your bed and wear sunscreen. Trust me on the sunscreen.
It’s June, which means through- out the land, the song Pomp and Circumstance will be in the air, and no, The Macho Man Randy Savage is not making his way down the aisle with the lovely Miss Elizabeth. It’s graduation season!
I’m a proud graduate of Fanshawe College, class of never- you-mind-the-year, with a diploma in Marketing. The big hit on the radio at the time was Everybody’s Free (To Wear Sunscreen) by Baz Luhrmann. If you’ve never heard it, it’s less of a song and more of a long-winded life advice monologue wrapped in music, with the takeaway being, spoiler alert, wear sunscreen. Over the years, I’ve seen my fair share of graduation speeches. One of my favourites is Admiral William McRaven’s 2014 speech to the University of Texas. The crux of it? Make your bed. That’s it. Start each day with a task completed. It’s simple advice, and worth a watch on YouTube if you’ve got 10 minutes and need a motivational kick. All this got me thinking, what advice would I give to new grads, or frankly, anyone? Here’s what I’ve come up with:
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