Well what’s up for me today? Read? Have a late breakfast? Pick up small branches that our windy days deposit unceremoniously all over the lawn? Maybe, and I stress maybe, do one of those ‘Honey Do List’ items, which I, much more than my wife, create? Or just look around for a different kind of adventure? 

In 1947, Jack and Bill Mills set up a small coffee shop,  aptly named Mills Brothers, in the 900 block of Central Avenue. It was a small space, but it rapidly became a very popular spot. Good coffee and good conversation were the order of the day. 

Next door was the CN Telegraph Office. When the telegraph office moved, Jack and Bill quickly expanded into the space.  Full course meals were added. 

For whatever reason, Jack and Bill dropped the cafe idea and changed their restaurant into a magazine, newspaper, and confectionery store. Despite the change, the outlet remained prosperous for many years.

As I write this, we in Prince Albert celebrate the re-opening of some of our business enterprises. But there will be  losses as Covid-19 takes its toll. It is inevitable, but sad. I along with you wish our businesses the best of recovery.

Hello to all in this unique and trying time. ‘Self isolation’ and ‘social distancing’ are phrases that have become the norm. But, it is amazing to observe the kindness, positive goodwill, accommodation, and acceptance that people demonstrate one to the other whenever out and about. So, be safe and take care as we wait for more normal patterns to reemerge.  

When we revisit them, there are places that can bring back a rush of memories.