Words are, of course, the most powerful drug used by mankind.Rudyard Kipling It’s about this time of year that I give thought to my Word of the Year. I gave up resolutions long ago, having found that a single word is my best guide for how to live life in the coming year. I began … Continue reading Favourite Words
Unlearning Life’s Lessons
The first problem is not to learn, but to unlearn.Gloria Steinem Sometimes the most important thing in the whole day is the rest we take between two breaths.Etty Hillesum “We need to unlearn a few things in life.” This declaration by a friend one day, left me surprised. Unlearn what? A few things came to … Continue reading Unlearning Life’s Lessons
At My Own Pace
Run at your own best pace.A coach If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Henry David Thoreau This post is one I wrote for the Globe and Mail in their First Person column. It was published in July 2022. I am reposting it … Continue reading At My Own Pace
I Love Newfoundland!
Photo credit: Robert Leaper Come HomeTheme for travel to Newfoundland and Labrador How can I help you, my love?Worker at a local grocery store in St John’s NL In my desire to travel, I tend to seek out faraway destinations and overlook the many extraordinary places here in Canada. If you want to travel, I … Continue reading I Love Newfoundland!
Aches, Pains, and Unexplained Bodily Sensations
Many things are resolved with the tincture of time.A friend Medicine is an inexact science.Author unknown. I was reminded of conversations many years ago with my mother-in-law who talked about aches and pains she was experiencing. None were serious or affected her ability to do everyday tasks, but she lived with discomfort. It’s just a … Continue reading Aches, Pains, and Unexplained Bodily Sensations
Experiencing Joy
The ordinary is extraordinary.Author unknown. Joy is what happens when we allow ourselves to recognize how good things are.Marianne Williamson I awoke one morning recently, stepped outside to admire the trees and sky, and heard birds singing! It was a delightful start to the day. Listening to birdsong may seem very ordinary, but it’s a … Continue reading Experiencing Joy
The Wild Woman Within
Wild- words used to describe “Wild”: untamed; indicative of strong passion, desire, or emotion; deviating from the intended or expected course; natural state or existence; going beyond normal or conventional bounds; not subject to restraint. From the Merriam Webster dictionary …that wild woman within each of us that yearns to live authentically.From Becoming of Age … Continue reading The Wild Woman Within
Blog Post Correction
Hello everyone At the end of my last blog post titled Becoming of Age (February 18, 2023), there is an error in the email address. My profound apologies to anyone who tried to reach me and could not. Should you wish to contact me and or find out how to obtain a copy of my … Continue reading Blog Post Correction
Becoming of Age
“We’re all on a heroine’s journey that’s anything but a straight path.”From Becoming of Age “One mark of wisdom is the ability to distinguish between who we are educated to be and who we truly are.”Mary Pipher Once in awhile dreams come true. I have been fortunate in my life to have a few. My … Continue reading Becoming of Age
Remembering Kay
It’s important to be kind.Kay When I was twelve or so, my mother and I had a conversation about relationships. What my mother said then stunned me. “I am glad I married and had children, but if I had not, I would have made a life for myself just the same.” I did not fully … Continue reading Remembering Kay
Becoming of Age 