Tag Archives: encouragement
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
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
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
Just a Quick Hello!
Regarding yesterday’s post, the pumpkin loaf was a bit of a flop. I don’t think this recipe works well with whole wheat flour, which is all we had in the house. I’m going to try it again with regular flour … Continue reading
New Year, New Me?
Why not join all the others who are committing to doing something every day for the next year? I mean, I have done it before – going to the gym every day for a whole year. Somewhere I have the paper to … Continue reading
Things Do Get Finished Around Here!
If there is one thing that I tell people about me – it is that I don’t finish things. I’m a great idea person – but seeing the project through to the end – that’s something I find challenging. (I’m … Continue reading
Annual Check-up, 2017
If my memory is correct, I started this 10 year journey on my 55th birthday. And today Google informed me that once again I get to celebrate. They even supplied some candles! What a nice thing for them to do….I … Continue reading
It’s Been a Month…
It’s hard to believe, but it has been over a month since I left Beijing. I think I’m over the time change mess, but sleep still doesn’t always come easily. I have to remember that this was also true in … Continue reading
A Journey of Ten Years 