Fragile Ground
I usually love autumn. I enjoy the coolness in the air, the disappearance of humidity, and the colours all around. I adore that first frost-filled early morning run when the air is crisp
October 27, 2018
It’s not “Sex” Education – It’s Just Education
For those who know me, it will not come as a big surprise that I am not a big Doug Ford fan. I just can’t abide by someone who prioritizes the price of
August 31, 2018
On Forgiveness and Self-Acceptance
“Inner peace can be reached only when we practice forgiveness. Forgiveness is letting go of the past, and is therefore the means for correcting our misperceptions.” Gerald G. Jampolsky I think there is
April 21, 2018
My Summer of Saying Yes
I am someone who generally thrives on routine. Being an extrovert I sometimes find this a bit odd, but routine makes me comfortable. Other than vacation, summer weekends are usually spent hanging around
September 23, 2017
Fighting the Tide
Swastika bearing white supremacists march openly through the streets killing an innocent defender of human rights and beating a black man with sticks. Their country’s leader justifies their actions. Even seemingly less extreme
August 20, 2017
Thoughts on Mother’s Day
For those of you who have a good relationship with your mother, today is likely an occasion for celebration. You probably enjoyed picking out something for her that you know she will appreciate,
May 14, 2017
Lessons on Vulnerability
Have you ever had an idea present itself in your life, and you think “That’s interesting. I should look into that,” and then life sweeps you up in its next wave and you
March 25, 2017
The True Meaning of Christmas
I had already posted a blog for Christmas day when this amazing thing happened and I just had to write about it. Twelve years ago when we moved to Blackburn Hamlet we knew
December 25, 2016