I did a pretty good job of asking my parents things I wanted to know. But no matter how well you do, there’s always more. Losing one’s parents changes you in ways you can’t easily describe.
…May 27, 1935, My Father’s Day Read More »
It’s a couple of months into my volunteer position at Port Stanley’s Extendicare. I can’t decide whether it’s too much for me or I’m perfectly suited for it. I’ve decided to give it a year and reassess at that time.
…LTC Volunteering Update is a Firm Maybe Read More »
Tell me, please, because I really want to know: What is wrong with doing things the easy way?
…What’s the Problem with Taking the Easy Way? Read More »
Ontarians are no strangers to snowstorms. But there was a moment yesterday morning when the amount of snow coming down gave me deja vu about the blizzard of 1977. That’s a storm that people my age talk about with misty-eyed nostalgia.
…1977 Flashbacks Out Our Front Door Read More »
Summer and ice cream. They’re inseparable. Visitors to Port Stanley tend to pair their stay with a stop at legendary Shaw’s Ice Cream, just outside town.
…We All Scream for Ice Cream – ImPort Stanley Read More »
My humans have really lost it this time. Mother especially. She follows me around with her black rectangle in her hand, waiting for me to speak. Then she and father oooh and aaaah at the rectangle and tell me how wonderful I am. As if I’m not already aware!
…The hospice where my Mom died nearly two months ago reached out and offered me grief therapy, so I took it. I wanted to hear what would come out of me in a safe space, with a trained professional. I figured that would tell me how I was doing. I felt like I was coping okay. Lots of tears, but getting on with it. A wise man once said, “the last one to notice the water is the fish”. I’m the fish.
…The Road Well-Traveled Read More »
A thousand photos and a million memories of California later, reality has resumed. Miss Sugar will share her thoughts as her regular blog returns next Tuesday. Today, I thought I’d share some more.photos from our adventure
…Indian Canyon is a hiker’s paradise. On a beautiful day, wearing comfy shoes, we enjoyed the old trees and the sand underfoot.
Tree Huggers and Rainbow Admirers Read More »
My Facebook memories are popping up with photos of last year’s visit to Palm Speings. We are with the same wonderful people and dog! This trip began in San Francisco and will end with a coastal drive back to that city. Here is a sample of stuff (and Molly!) we’ve seen so far.
…California Dreaming Read More »
Hello, pumpkins! Did you miss me yesterday? It’s a new schedule and a new life have begun for your princess of pampering.
…Tuesday Sweets With Miss Sugar 10/8 Read More »
Well, that was fun! Even though my subject was serious – my experience with septic shock – I had fun as a presenter at London’s momonday last night.
…Marvellous momonday Read More »
Maybe it’s because I get to see the sunrise in the morning now. Maybe the fact that I have more control over my days has something to do with it. I’ve always been grateful for so many good fortunes in my life, but lately that gratitude can bring me to tears. Look away – I’m a mess!
The day after I finished work for good at CJBK, I got a freelance writing job with Walmart Canada. Their website is getting chock full of tips and expert advice and I’m tickled to be contributing to it.
…Falling Prices & Rising Assignments Read More »
