Developing a Culture of Peace in Calgary and Alberta-an article presented at the Third Annual Alberta Peace Education Conference October 2005. It can be used for consideration in initiating other Provincial and Community Culture of Peace Programs.
Wanted: A Straw to Stir the Drink. âThe straw that stirs the drinkâ is an old newspaper colloquialism, derived from politics, applied to very successful columnists. It means a commentator with a large following, one whom even the opposition reads. (Itâs heard in baseball circles, too.
Scotch whisky-based shot-drink recipes. Pour equal amounts into Brandy Snifter and light. Place hands over top of glass to form airtight seal that extinguishes flame. Slide straw between fingers keeping seal as tight as possible. Drink beverage through straw.