Potpourri
There is so
much to write about this week. I just can’t seem to get my mind
around it all. Therefore, I apologize if this is more disjointed
than usual.
First, I
would like to tell everyone that Fiddlehead’s has remained in
Canton. Hurray! They have moved to Cobb’s Corner, near Babel’s.
It is certainly not as beautiful as the old Grover house but in
Canton none-the-less, and I am thankful, because I love that
store.
Second, to
all those who have asked me, I would like to say that I am
overly saddened about the financial crisis that our town is in.
Assuredly we are not alone, but that does not make the decisions
that we have to make any easier. The override is a tough
decision for many folks. For many in this town, voting in favor
of the override is not a foregone conclusion.
Third, I
would like to applaud our selectmen on their stance against
Westwood Station. I despise nothing more than a bully and give a
standing ovation in support of their efforts on our behalf. It
appears as though the Westwood Station folks did not realize
that Canton would not just go away. We are not afraid — keep up
the good work!!
Fourth, I
must admit, I am out of the loop as far as the Plymouth Rubber
parcel goes. This may be a good thing, because my blood pressure
was going through the roof! None of my usual “sources” have had
a chance to update me, and I have been unable to attend any
meeting in person.
Fifth, I
plan on attending the CAPE gala. I attended last year and it was
a blast to see everyone together for a fun event. At past
events, we heard about the inventive ideas that the CAPE grants
have funded. We have some very creative and innovative teachers,
who keep exciting projects coming to the students with the
financing provided by CAPE.
Sixth, my
son and all the other fifth graders and their parents from the
Hansen School are grateful that the Flashback was such a
success. It was very exciting to participate in and fun to
watch. The next ambitious undertaking for the fifth grade at the
Hansen will be performing in Fiddler on the Roof.
Seventh, the
upcoming elections in Canton are turning out to be a divergence
from years past. There are many new faces that have entered the
fray. It is always healthy when people join in our democratic
process. There is not much more you can do for our town than run
for and get elected to local office. The hours, the meetings and
the press (hmm) are oppressive, and more than I could handle. I
commend all those who seek this, often thankless, post.
March 6, 2008
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