As I walked out of the grocery store, my wallet a bit lighter after spending $200 on things I may or may not have needed, I swore at the cold. It was only -18°C, but with the windchill it felt like -24°. My cheeks burned in the frigid air. My breathing was a bit labouredContinue reading “Put Privilege Into Perspective”
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The Rush of Live Music
(Yes, I have seen Rush live!) Imagine this: you put 18 strangers in a cozy room, Christmas lights twinkling in the background. Add some live music. What do you get? Magic. Pure magic. I’m not big on crowds anymore, and breathing in what others have to offer doesn’t appeal to me. But give me spaceContinue reading “The Rush of Live Music”
Algorithms & Aging
Funny how you look at one post about something, and then, thanks to the famous (infamous?) algorithm, your news feed is overrun with reels about bulldogs, crochet stitches, and rituals. Or aging. Where the heck did that come from? I am aging. I sure don’t need to read about it during my mindless daily scrolling.Continue reading “Algorithms & Aging”
The Sky Is Falling (or is it just me?)
I fell a few weeks ago. I wiped out. It wasn’t just a little stumble. I was at the grocery store and making a beeline for the cashier with the shortest line. Whoosh! Up in the air I went, basket and all. I’m not sure what happened because it was so fast. When the dustContinue reading “The Sky Is Falling (or is it just me?)”
The Ultimate Betrayal
I am feeling betrayed. Betrayed by Mother Nature. You see, I’m sitting outside, enjoying my lunch and feeling the heat of the sun fanned by a gentle breeze. Suddenly, I realize that breeze is cool, and it is from the North. And most importantly, it is not so gentle. In fact, it is creating aContinue reading “The Ultimate Betrayal”
The Art of Napping
Mmmm. That beautiful sensation of floating, that sense of timelessness, that feeling of surrender. I’m talking about how it feels just before drifting off for a nap. It’s wonderful, right? Whether it be from pure exhaustion, relief on a scorching summer day, or intentional meditation, a nap can restore us. I remember my mom usedContinue reading “The Art of Napping”
Purpose Without Pressure
Roll out those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summerThose days of soda and pretzels and beer Thanks for those familiar and motivational words, Nat King Cole. When that album was released in 1963, I wonder if he realized what an anthem it would become! On a side note, if you haven’t tried the Kirkland PeanutContinue reading “Purpose Without Pressure”
How random is your kind of kindness?
You learn something new every day. And today I learned that Feb. 17 was Random Acts of Kindness Day. I missed that one. There are a lot of special days to remember, right? If you also missed it, don’t fret. You can make up for it on Nov. 13, which is World Kindness Day. DidContinue reading “How random is your kind of kindness?”
Getting Inked
I finally did it. Yes, I got my second tattoo. It’s a year late, but that’s okay. You see, my first one I got in honor of my 50th birthday. The second was to celebrate turning 65. But for several reasons, it took a year. It was worth the wait. Thanks to Brey at burntmoth.inkContinue reading “Getting Inked”
Mahjong: not for the faint of heart
Who has all the jokers? Where are the bams? I don’t even have a pair! Is this a flower? OMG! These, and many I don’t dare mention, are all common phrases heard around the table. I’m talking about the game of mahjong. No, not the solitaire version you can find online. I’m talking about theContinue reading “Mahjong: not for the faint of heart”
Wanderings Art 