Monthly Archives: July 2014

Every now and then I get the message to sloooooow doooooown. I am a person who makes lists, fills days, schedules back-to-back and tries to never “waste” time. I am sure that attitude comes from the influence of my childhood. … Continue reading →

I am so saddened by the escalating violence between Israel and the Palestinian territory in Gaza. It seems that whenever there is the slightest hope that there might be some resolution to that troubled situation violence and aggression overtakes it. … Continue reading →

Berries – there are so many berries at this time of year. There is nothing better than a sweet, juicy Ontario strawberry unless it is an Ontario raspberry or wait, maybe a wild blueberry! I checked there is no verse … Continue reading →

Today I have returned from two weeks vacation. It was wonderful – not quite blissful but certainly wonderful! I didn’t do much of note – read some novels, watched a couple of movies, visited family, took in a couple of … Continue reading →

Do you remember the Sony Walkman? Then you are dating yourself. The Sony Walkman turns 35 this month. I remember how excited I was to be able to purchase a Walkman and I loved being able to put on the … Continue reading →

Today is the day to celebrate … fresh, clear lakes tall, spikey pines great, rock outcroppings talented musicians brilliant actors imaginitive authors Stephen Lewis, Chris Hadfield and Rick Mercer the CBC butter tarts and strawberry shortcake Stratford Festival and summer … Continue reading →