Month: February 2005

Over the course of their 27-year marriage, Dave and Sally have had hundreds of sexual partners. They’re swingers in Ottawa – and they’re not alone.

Every February, stationery stores are full of heart-shaped cards. Restaurants advertise romantic three-course dinners. It’s a time to celebrate love. But for a person who has just lost a spouse or long-time partner, Valentine’s Day can be one of the toughest days of the year.

Ottawa’s small size can be a big problem for Muslims and Jews who are looking for a partner who shares their faith. Christians don’t face the same obstacles.

What ever happened to sacrificing a goat and then choosing your mate out of a giant urn? The ancient Roman ritual may have been messy, but at least nobody was lonely.