So we get together in Halifax for a family reunion. First time we’ve been together in 12 years … since dad died. Great, hello & how are you. Do we know each other, etc.
Brother returns a tool set to me. I put the set inside the family house, safe & sound with the rest of my things.
By the end of the tame get together, the tool set is gone. Not even a good-bye. —Family says, “Nothing like this could happen. Stop trying to cause trouble.”
This article appears in Sep 2-8, 2010.


shit happens o.p., shit really does happen.
Maybe your brother took it back. Perhaps someone moved it to the garage … eh I dunno. Just think, now the thieves know where you live and they’re parading as family. Shame.
“Nothing like this could happen. Stop trying to cause trouble.”
So why don’t you heed this message?
Don’t be a tool and move on.
You wouldn’t be pissed if someone stole from you? Especially a family member.