I left a message on your answering machine Saturday afternoon concerning a situation in the Grand Parade. 3 hours later you called me back, in person, asking for more details. I freely confess to being one of those who sits on his couch, swearing at the widescreen and tarring politicians with the same brush. I have never been so happy to be proven wrong. I may not be a supporter of your party but I'm sorry I don't live in your riding because I would be privileged to have you as my Member of Parliament. Thank you, sir. —No Longer Furious

I was coming down the escalator at the airport today and tears started streaming down my face... knowing you would not be there. I sat where you used to sit for the longest time. I am so sorry to have caused you hurt. I think about you constantly, about our summer, the secret beach, that sly look you can give me from across a table or room that makes me weak, bedtime stories and our untameable passion. If nothing else, please know you are with me everywhere... I miss you so much. —Llama

You were at the bar and said how much you liked the music I chose on the jukebox. Thank you for taking the time to offer a simple, genuine compliment. That made my night. —RH

I’ve been in your shoes and there is a grounds for hating Halifax, especially when it comes to some of the petty bullshit that goes on and the fact that there are some people on power trips here and there. It’s easy to get fed up. But once you leave, visiting the rest of Canada and traveling through Europe, you forget about the petty bullshit, and realize Halifax IS full of friendly faces and some exquisite party people! So, when people talk about Halifax’s charm, friendly nature and party scene, and you wonder what the fuck they’re talking about... just try to really imagine yourself in a big city where people don’t smile as they pass you on the street, you don’t run into friends on a regular basis, and frankly, people just don’t party like Scotians. I agree that it sounds cliche and that shit doesn't matter, but once it's not there, you learn to appreciate it. When you move away from home, you realize exactly why you’re proud to be a Nova Scotian and you realize you’d love to show it off to all the new people you meet. Sending love your way Halifax! —Can't Wait to Move Back Home

To the young woman who took the time to let the Bengal Lancer horse graze on actual growing green grass Saturday AM instead of letting it pine for it from the circle of muck and chew it's frustrations out on the fence - I'm sure s/he loved you for it! I do too! Why can't you all do that?!? —Snubiz Smilin' Atcha!

Today was not our anniversary, it was not Valentine's day or my birthday. No, it was a day like any other... I sat at home in front of the computer doing school work and you had gone out to buy more lightbulbs. When I heard the door open I turned around and saw you standing there, a big smile on your face. You had in your hands a perfect little bouquet of sun flowers (my favourite flower). It was the sweetest thing any guy has ever done for me. You are so wonderful, never stop being you. —Hun Bun

After two hours in the waiting room together, I finally got up the nerve to talk to you. You were studying contracts for your law class and I was reading a book on performance art. Had I not just made plans to hang out with my friend on the phone, I would have suggested we did something when you had asked about it. I had my number written down to give to you when the nurses had us exchange examination rooms, but I ended up playing chicken. I hope we'll bump into each other again, hopefully under different circumstances. —I Won't Be Shy Next Time

In today's economic state, and supposed "democracy" a lot of people are feeling the pain, most of those who are pan-handling on Spring Garden are doing it because they are trying to survive. Yes there are some who use the change for drugs, but there are more who are trying to feed themselves and get through the day without going to bed hungry. If you don't have change, give them a smile, turning a blind eye is only avoiding the problem. Most people who receive a smile will be happier then if you were to just walk by and ignore them. Show some love to those who need it, and those who say they don't, love is something everyone needs, and everyone should have. —One Happy Lion Cub

To the cab driver who gave me a free ride back over the bridge when I had already cabbed to Dartmouth, and had to cab back to Halifax because I forgot my keys. You showed me there are still nice people in the world. —Charmed Customer

Sorry I didn't get to hear ya play, seriously Fu Manchu is some show, totally worth the audience of one. —Lu Machu