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Cuddles and me having an affectionate moment as we touch foreheads.

Left to Alone Devices

When I was younger, I never thought I was very good at being alone. I looked after myself, of course, and did little things to make myself happy – like riding the subway all over Toronto to explore on my own – but I don’t think I had enough interests back then. I could have joined a club or something and done more with my time.

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Sarah, Erin and me in a selfie with beautiful ocean water behind us.

West Coast Hopes, Dreams, & Doggies

I’m not sure how many times I’ve been to Sidney, BC. Let’s say several. But this time was different. It was just as wonderful – perhaps more – than previous visits with my BFAPCAF (best friend a person could ask for!). Not just because of our Gracefully and Frankly Facebook Live. (Erin went behind the scenes HERE) But also because they have moved down the hill to the ocean’s edge

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A round, black, cheese with the name, Snowdonia, Black Bomber, on a label on the front.

My First Annual, Somewhat Biased, Gift Guide

We have few people to buy gifts for this Christmas. No parents. The honorary grandkids want gift cards. I made a deal with my brother. We told each other about something we want but haven’t bought for ourselves. That’s how I know I’m getting a bonsai tree and a growing kit!

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30-pack of Old Dutch potato chips

When Chips Off the Old Block are Potato Chips

My general disdain for billionaires who stay billionaires is well documented on this site. It’s not the accumulation of wealth that bothers me. It’s hanging onto that wealth while so many suffer. We’re all spinning on this big blue ball together. If we have the means, and don’t bother to help each other, then what’s it all about?

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Two men arguing, in black silhouette

Closing the Great Divide

Everyone talks about the many ways we are different. In a deliberately sweeping generalization, Liberals want everything to change and Conservatives want life to go back to the way it was. In this country, we don’t even know why someone’s flying our nation’s flag anymore. Are they showing pride in Canada, or making a political statement?

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