Tag Archives: encouragement
Mastering 100-Day Challenges: My Journey
Have you ever heard of “100 Days of Hard”? Apparently, it was an incredibly intense exercise routine that you had to do for 100 days – without missing a day. And there are lots of them – especially on Minecraft. … Continue reading
Homestead Playbook: Week 1
I am privileged to receive an inheritance. I know not everyone gets one. But, I do. And the question is, “How do I use it to make my dreams come true? What do I want to be the end result? … Continue reading
Creative Ways to Cope with Sudden Loss of Income and Making Ends Meet
If my mom was still living and needing care, I would not be writing this post. Just so you know. But she isn’t. She’s probably singing her heart out like she used to. She’s happy. And I’m short on rent … Continue reading
Creating Art that Satisfies from Everyday Moments
I have spent so much time wanting to draw pictures like an artist. I have books. I have plans, I have ideas. Youtube videos galore….But I never believe I’m good at it. You know what’s funny about that? I have … Continue reading
Navigating Financial Challenges in Canada: A Community Approach
It’s no surprise, I guess, that money is in tight supply around here. Losing my mom also meant losing an added source of income. The books are no longer balancing. It’s not just me, though. This is true for about … Continue reading
Embracing Change: My Journey After Loss
I found this quote at Hearts and Minds, a site about ending poverty. The picture comes from a Facebook post. It’s been almost 2 months since my mom passed away. Loss of parents, loss of income, rent to pay …. … Continue reading
Finding Joy in Unpacking: A Personal Journey
I wish I could find the sidebar that let me make this text larger. There are little things that annoy me and this is one of them! I also wish I had a picture of the pile of crates I … Continue reading
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
A Journey of Ten Years 