Mary Mary quite contrary,how does your garden grow?With silver bells and cockleshellsand pretty maids all in a row. Every year when I attempt to plant a garden, this old nursery rhyme plays on repeat in the dark recesses of my mind. And of course, we all know that these historic nursery rhymes are ripe withContinue reading “How does your garden grow?”
Category Archives: Aging
The Power of Music
My daughter Adriana recently received her master’s degree (we are so damn proud of her!). Her thesis was about resistance music in Latin America during the Cold War era (1960s-1980s). As we listened to her defense presentation, I was reminded yet again how important and powerful music is in our lives. Music has been withContinue reading “The Power of Music”
Seeking Discomfort? It’s a good thing.
The other day I went for coffee with my friend Carla. I admired her sage-green sweatshirt and commented on the words printed on the front: seek discomfort. I didn’t know this, but there is a whole philosophy based on the phrase. Seek Discomfort was formed in 2018 by the founders of the YouTube channel YesContinue reading “Seeking Discomfort? It’s a good thing.”
Christmas Compromises Vs. Tradition
Whether you’re reading this hot off the press on Christmas Day or a few days after, I hope you are spending some time this holiday season with family, friends, pets, anyone, or anything that gives you joy. That’s what it is all about, right? A couple of years ago I wrote about the importance ofContinue reading “Christmas Compromises Vs. Tradition”
On being thankful
Another Thanksgiving has come and gone. For the non-Canadian readers in the crowd, Thanksgiving Day in Canada falls on the second Monday of October. Did you know that Canada’s Thanksgiving was first celebrated in 1578? That’s about 40 years before the first American Thanksgiving. Who knew! There are many other countries that celebrate Thanksgiving inContinue reading “On being thankful”
Back to School. Not.
The leaves are starting to turn colour. The evening air has a crispness that only means one thing: it’s back to school! No matter how old I am, September always arrives with a bit of excitement for me. It’s kind of like New Year’s without the snow and without the pressure of resolutions. September usedContinue reading “Back to School. Not.”
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”
Come on down!
I’ll be the first to admit it. I love gameshows! I know it is a bit embarrassing, but to me, they are the ultimate time killer, and I enjoy them. I especially like watching reruns of the oldies. It is crazy to see what Bob Barker got away with back in the day. It makesContinue reading “Come on down!”
Find Your Awe
When was the last time you saw, felt, smelled, or did something that left you speechless and made your heart soar and your brain do a happy dance? When did you last experience awe? I bet your mind is now going to your latest vacation or flipping back through the major events and milestones ofContinue reading “Find Your Awe”
Holiday Stress 1, Christmas Spirit 0
I was listening to a radio call-in show the other day. The topic was “How is your holiday spirit?” Not surprisingly, most callers (and those who emailed in) said their Christmas spirit was low compared to other years. Some were hoping that once they put the tree up, that would change. Some said they wereContinue reading “Holiday Stress 1, Christmas Spirit 0”
Wanderings Art 