Opinion

Over the weekend I had a constructive conversation with mayoral candidate Richard Lee, whereby he took issue with my pointing out his slate, Richmond Reform, was “all Chinese.

Re: “Helping out the garbage dump kids,” News , Oct. 10 Man. This is crazy. Over the last little while I have realized how privileged I am to live in a city like Richmond. I have food whenever I want, personal entertainment, and a prized education.

The Editor, Re: John Yap’s Twitter comment - Oct. 18.

I’ve been teaching wine appreciation classes throughout Metro Vancouver for 25 years and here’s a question I am frequently asked. What temperature should I serve different types of wine? Of course it depends on the kind of wine.

I’ve been going through the library recently reading about Romans and barbarians. Even those terms tell us a lot about how history and our modern culture is structured.

The Editor, I just want to congratulate Mylora Sidaway Golf Club on one of the best Thanksgiving meals I’ve had. A friend and I saw the ad in the paper and went over Sunday around 4 p.m. We were graciously greeted and served by Corine.

The Editor, Re: “Branscombe shows imprudence,” Letters, Oct. 10.

The Editor, I take my hat off to Mark Glavina, the owner of Phoenix Art Workshop in Steveston. Once again, he was the drive and impetus behind organizing Steveston’s 4th annual Grand Prix of Art last month.

The Editor, I want Richmond wildlife lovers to know that I spotted four eagles today at No. 3 Road and Williams while waiting for the bus — a phenomenal sight! The first two were close together, flying in low circles.

The Editor, Open letter to prospective mayoral and council candidates running for office in Richmond.