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While walking along Dallas Road this past weekend I really came to appreciate all the reasons I moved to Victoria more than five years ago. The weather, the views, and most of all, the people.

Aside from all that is going on in our lives, I saw people enjoying themselves, greeting each other and wishing each other good health and a wonderful day.

All the things that sometimes divide us seemed to be put on the back burner, allowing us to focus on all the things that are good in the world.

If we could focus on each other, I think all that divides us will give us cause to celebrate and collaborate.

It was summed up by a friend in a socially distanced visit: “Love your neighbour more than your opinion.” Words of wisdom in a complicated world.

Rion Vermeulen Victoria