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SIGNS of spring are all around. Anna's Hummingbirds are nesting, snow drops are putting on a dazzling display, and there's a definite dawn chorus each morning of singing birds.

MMM . . . bacon. Salty, crispy, smoky little pieces of heaven. Show me a person who doesn't like bacon and I'll show you . . . well, a very weird person.

REPRESENTATIVES of the Suzuki Elders are gearing up to present a series of six weekly lectures on environmental issues to participants of Eldercollege at Capilano University, March 6 to April 10.

DISCIPLINE seems to be a four-letter word in some avenues of dog training. To some people, the idea of disciplining a dog conjures up images of a dog being hit, inappropriate use of a choke collar or other abusive or punitive methods to train a dog.

SARAH Jamieson just can't help herself. The 33-year-old North Vancouver movement and performance coach has an unquenchable desire to give back. Also, she continues to challenge herself, raising the bar and pushing herself further and further.

WHEN it comes to offering wines by the glass, Vancouver has long been at the cutting edge. In fact, few other cities can boast the selection available here; it's turned us into a pretty choosy bunch.

IN THE PINK A Canadian beauty graced the red carpet at last Sunday's Academy Awards. A rare pink diamond from Lugaro Jewellers sparkled on Avatar star Zoe Saldana, who paired the ring with a black satin-and-sheer Mario Schwab gown. Lugaro's 2.

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