When Canada Day comes around every July 1 there are a number of thoughts that come to mind. Things such as the day off work, hot weather, going to the beach and fireworks are all associated with our national holiday. But when it comes to thinking about our great country there are many ways to feel grateful and blessed for being born, growing up and living in Canada. Because sometimes I can get a little worked about how we can take what we have for granted. For example, who has heard the expression the 'EI ski team'? I mean it's great that we have programs in place to help people out when they need it but often times there is abuse of these programs. Or we hear of people complaining of how disadvantaged they are. How they feel like they are owed something. How they won't vote because all politicians are criminals anyways so what's the point? These kinds of attitudes drive me crazy. We live in a country of such abundance, opportunity and wealth that I really don't have any time for people that want to live in a world of 'woe is me' and constant complaining. And so it is refreshing to meet someone who loves what we have here in Canada. Someone who recognizes opportunity and is willing to work to get ahead. And strangely enough this person is not even from Canada. It was probably a few years ago that I met Magnus at a friend's party. And I can remember the guy smiling the whole time and having a blast. And I learned he was from Germany and used to be a professional snowboarder. I have gone up to Big White with him and witnessed first hand the crazy stunts and tricks he pulls off flying...