We did it when we were young. But we didn’t know any better. Humans know more now and I, for one, wouldn’t dream of doing it today. I’m talking about tanning.
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It’s a challenge to lure people away from their habits. If you’re in the habit of logging what you read and writing reviews on Goodreads, for example, it’s not going to be easy to get you to leave.
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We often want to put ourselves out there and do something kind for a stranger. Sometimes, our minds jump to the worst possible reaction to it. And I’m here to tell you that sometimes that worst case can come true. Not in the big moments, but with little ones. We can’t possibly know how evolved or emotionally intelligent a stranger is. You hope they’ll find themselves valueable enough to accept a random act of generosity. But sometimes they don’t.
…The (Rare) Kindness Conundrum Read More »
Maybe by this time next year, we’ll be in so many markets that I’ll put up a schedule. This life has a lot of charm. On Sunday, we’re in our second one at Elgin Harvest Wood-Fired Pizza on Sunset in St. Thomas.
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Another Picker’s and Browser’s Paradise – Sunset Vintage Market Read More »
There are no paid ads on this website. But let me be perfectly clear that if someone whose product or service I truly believed in came along and offered me a sack of cash, there’d be a banner up top you wouldn’t be able to miss! I don’t actively sell this space for profit.
…Under the Influencer Read More »
If you’re a woman of a certain age, you probably remember the first time someone called you “ma’am.” And if you don’t remember the exact moment, you recall how it felt. There you were, vital, energetic, young and hip. Moments earlier you might have been singing along to a new hit on your favourite music radio station. Wait, maybe that was just me.
…Brandt’s Rant: I Am Not Your (Or Anyone’s) Dear! Read More »
Everything costs more. Political viewpoints are divisive. A few idiots are still vocal about denying others’ human rights. BUT WE GET TO LIVE IN CANADA!
…O Canada, I Have Your Back Read More »
My new novel is officially out! Little Voices is available in paperback and ebook formats. Today, I’m going to tell you the story behind this story, and how it came to be.
…Book Release: Little Voices is Now Available Read More »
Recently, I received a wonderful document from the CNIB about how to talk to someone who is blind. It was full of terrific information and mentioned things I’d never thought of. Like remembering to introduce yourself and if you’re in a group, addressing the person by name, so they know you’re talking to them.
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Last week, I moaned a bit about the weeds growing up between the paving stones that make up our driveway.
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Have you taken out a loan on a pound of ground beef lately? Maybe amortized your latest pot of chili over the next 25 years?
…Chewing the Fat from Grocery Stores Read More »
Has your family doctor started using AI during your visits?
…AI and an MD is NBD Read More »