JD Lagrange
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JD Lagrange Writer & Blogger • Life, Humour, Wisdom & More at grumpa.ca • Montreal Canadiens Columnist for The Sick Podcast • Proudly Canadian 🇨🇦 Links: https://linktr.ee/jocelyndarilagrange
Missed it this morning? What if something you already had was exactly what you needed, but you kept postponing the moment to use it, assuming it would always still be there waiting quietly? #LifeLessons #Choices grumpa.ca/2026/08/05/e...
The Life Cycle of a Coupon: Don't Let Savings Slip Away
Explore the poignant journey of a coupon, reflecting on missed opportunities and the irony of procrastination in a fast-paced world.
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Missed my latest on The Sick Podcast? One move could strengthen the penalty kill. Another could give Ivan Demidov exactly what he needs. Here are some trade targets worth keeping an eye on. #GoHabsGo #Habs thesickpodcast.com/trade-target...
Trade Targets Still Worth Pursuing For The Canadiens - The Sick Podcast
There is an old saying in hockey that if you don't ask, you don't get. Kent Hughes has never struck me as a general manager who is afraid to pick up the
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Excellent work JD , although curious as to why no mention of the perfect 2LW for Demidov = Kirill Marchenko..
My latest on The Sick Podcast: There are still players around the NHL who could address Montreal's biggest weaknesses. Some may surprise you, while others seem almost too perfect to ignore. #GoHabsGo #Habs thesickpodcast.com/trade-target...
Trade Targets Still Worth Pursuing For The Canadiens - The Sick Podcast
There is an old saying in hockey that if you don't ask, you don't get. Kent Hughes has never struck me as a general manager who is afraid to pick up the
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#MorningGrump What can I say… I swear like a sailor and use 'Please' and 'Thank you' like a saint. It’s complicated.
How many quiet opportunities are sitting with you right now, being carried around like they will last forever, while time moves forward without asking permission at all? #Reflection #LifeTruths https://grumpa.ca/2026/08/05/expired-value-in-a-wallet/
Expired Value in a Wallet
I was born on paper with optimism printed right into me, crisp edges, bright ink, and a simple promise that felt almost generous for such a small piece of cardboard: ten dollars off, valid for a limited time. I was not meant to last forever. I was meant to be useful quickly. Within a week, ideally. That was the deal. Short life, meaningful impact, instant gratitude.
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The longer we live, the more we understand that understanding others is harder than judging them.
Planning a camping trip? Before you set up that tent, Grumpa has a few thoughts on what separates good campers from the ones everyone hopes will leave early. #Camping #Etiquette grumpa.ca/2024/05/26/p...
Proper Camping Etiquette: A Comprehensive Guide
Camping is a wonderful way to connect with nature, unwind, and enjoy the great outdoors. Whether you’re camping in a tent or an RV, following proper camping etiquette ensures a positive experience …
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You know you’re old when you’re entering your birth year online and have to spin that thing like the wheel on The Price is Right.
I've been saying that for a few years... Players want a NTC or NMC to guarantee the team won't trade them. Teams must honour that part of the contract. But when the player ASKS for a trade, the protection should fall automatically. Teams should not be penalized. #NHL
One day, you will be judged. Not by whether or not you went to Church or claim to believe in God, but by your ACTIONS on this planet.
Missed it this morning? We often try to fix the storm, but forget we can change how we stand in it. That is where the real difference is made. #Wisdom #SelfGrowth grumpa.ca/2026/08/03/f...
Mastering Calm: Strategies for Stress in Chaotic Lives
Discover how to cultivate calm amidst chaos with practical tips for managing stress in everyday life. Embrace tranquility today!
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It was all over the internet yesterday, but cudos to our sources at The Sick Podcast who informed us, last week, that Michael Hage's brother Alexander had decided to return to the OHL's Niagara IceDogs. We talked about it a week ago. #GoHabsGo #Habs thesickpodcast.com/out-of-the-b...
To my friend, writers... Don't write to be liked. Don't write to be right. Don't write to be understood. Write to become emotionally literate, accepting of yourself and free. Write to move a culture. Write a philosophical change. Write to revolutionize your pain.
The world does not seem to slow down for anyone, so maybe the real question is not how to stop the chaos, but how to stop letting it steer us. #Mindset #LifeLessons https://grumpa.ca/2026/08/03/finding-calm-in-the-noise/
Finding Calm in the Noise
Chaos has a way of sneaking into everyday life without knocking. It does not ask permission, and it certainly does not care if you are busy, tired, or already running on fumes. One minute life feels manageable, and the next it is like someone kicked the table leg out from under everything you thought was steady. The trick is not to eliminate chaos, because that is not realistic.
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Missed my latest on The Sick Podcast? August has arrived, and the biggest story in Montreal isn't who made improvements this summer. It's the questions that still don't have answers. #GoHabsGo #Habs thesickpodcast.com/out-of-the-b...
Out of the Bleu, Blanc, Rouge: Montreal Canadiens Biggest Question Marks - The Sick Podcast
Out of the Bleu, Blanc, Rouge: The week's hottest Montreal Canadiens topics, served without sugar-coating or much concern for bruised feelings. As we turn the
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Great recap and read again JD merci Thank you! Good to see you back!
As usual another good read. thanks! You have the pulse in there of each Habs fan.
Excellent article JD . I think it's 85% a 2LW is added and also think it's 40% Hage is 2C Opening Night..
Nobody gets to choose the playlist. Grumpa has figured out why that might actually be fine, and he makes a surprisingly good case for it. #UnderTheDustyHat #Perspective grumpa.ca/2024/04/24/d...
Dancing To The Music That’s Playing
In the grand ballroom of life, we often find ourselves dancing to a tune not of our own choosing. It’s like being handed a playlist with a mix of genres, and sometimes the song playing isn…
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My latest on The Sick Podcast: Training camp is around the corner, but the Canadiens still have more questions than answers. Which one could shape the entire season? #GoHabsGo #Habs thesickpodcast.com/out-of-the-b...
Out of the Bleu, Blanc, Rouge: Montreal Canadiens Biggest Question Marks - The Sick Podcast
Out of the Bleu, Blanc, Rouge: The week's hottest Montreal Canadiens topics, served without sugar-coating or much concern for bruised feelings. As we turn the
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#MorningGrump I’m a strong believer that everything happens for a reason. Sometimes though, I’m the reason, for making bad decisions.
