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Living in Congruence

Whenever I hear something I find interesting or see something that sparks a creative fire in me, I make a note of it on my phone. I’m sure I’m not alone in this practice. However, sometimes my notes are not all that clear. Half a sentence here, shorthand there, a name. I was looking atContinue reading “Living in Congruence”

Do you suffer from gerasophobia?

I’m a bit worried these days. You see, I think I suffer from gerascophobia. When I think about it, I get scared. My heart races a bit, and I feel sad. I dread it. I joke about it. But deep down inside, I am worried about it. Embrace it? Nope. Not on your life. YouContinue reading “Do you suffer from gerasophobia?”

Pet Power

As I write this blog, I am away from home looking after my “grand dog”, Bruce. Bruce is a nine-year-old English Bulldog. He is adorable, although I must admit I was terrified when my daughter told me she had adopted a bulldog from the local animal shelter. It was a surprise for her, as sheContinue reading “Pet Power”

Beltane (Round 2)

Today, Wednesday, May 1, is Beltane. Beltane is one of the four main festivals, or quarters, on the Pagan Wheel of the Year. It is also International Workers’ Day. The spirit of Beltane has not quite hit me yet, and my creative juices have been focused on another project. So, I am going to doContinue reading “Beltane (Round 2)”

To Toss or not to toss

After doing some painting in our house, I stared at the bare walls and debated which photos to hang. You see, before painting, the walls were cluttered with framed family photos and other art. I wasn’t sure if I wanted to re-hang all the family photos. My 30-year-old son suggested I just toss them. “NoContinue reading “To Toss or not to toss”

Better late than never

We all have that one friend (or possibly two) who is constantly late. Late for coffee, late for dinner, late for appointments. They don’t do it intentionally; it just seems to happen. I hate being late for things. To me, it shows a lack of respect for the other person’s time. One day, on myContinue reading “Better late than never”

Don’t get scammed!

We had a major snowstorm the other day. We’re talking close to 30 cm in a few hours. Streets were impassable, and although city crews did get out quickly and clear the main roads, residential areas were a nightmare for days. The next thing I knew, I was getting texts from delivery companies informing meContinue reading “Don’t get scammed!”

My Inner Hag

“Our journey through the second half of life is above all a psychospiritual journey. It’s a time for what Carl Jung called ‘individuation’ – the process by which each of us becomes more whole, and fully embodies the unique gift which we bring to this world, at this time.” These are the words of Dr.Continue reading “My Inner Hag”