Author Archives: Marcia Stehouwer
Learn from Our Emergency Stroke Experience
We spent just over 48 hours in Emergency…and here’s the story Since January my mom has been in an ambulance three times. Twice to deal with a hernia issue that should not be a problem anymore. And then, this. Last … Continue reading
Poetry is the Underwear of the Soul
That’s a line I learned in Mrs. Hughes Grade 8 English class. Crosby Heights Public School, Richmond Hill, Ontario. Thank you for this! (You never know how much impact you have on someone else’s life. Lawrence Ferlinghetti wrote that and … Continue reading
From Shelters to Cars: The Many Facets of Homelessness
I do not fit even my own idea of homelessness, but in some ways, I have been. I have had an easier time of it than most other homeless people. Maybe I’ve just been address-less, even though my mail still … Continue reading
I am movin’ in!!!!!!!!!!!
Yes, it needs that many exclamation marks – because I am super excited. My next post will be about the nuances of why I need so many of them, but now I just want to celebrate this new life I … Continue reading
Moments to Make You Stop!
My brother, Leon took this picture in Sevilla, Spain. I just love these geese – one in mid -step. So, with his permission, I am sharing it. Creativity sometimes happens in a moment! My grandson (age 9 ) said something. … Continue reading
No one sets out to weigh 300 pounds
Just so you know. If you have a family member or friend, someone you work with, or even someone who makes your travel a tad uncomfortable…know that they did NOT deliberately do this (Unless maybe you need to, but I … Continue reading
Bussing it to London,Ontario
Background: I used to live with my daughter and her family just north of London. Shit happened,shit hit the fan,and things changed. It was tough in the moment but the outcome has been a blessing for all of us, my … Continue reading
“If” or “Because”?
I found this picture on this website about goals, losing weight and getting fit. Other people have similar images, but I liked the connection to my own goals and thought I’d link to it. I haven’t had a chance to … Continue reading
I am NOT happy with my mouse…
And as soon as I type that, the thing starts working again. I do not like the finger mouse at all, so a mouse that isn’t doing what it should becomes rather aggravating. I was going to add a picture … Continue reading
A Journey of Ten Years 