Today is the birthday of a dear friend. A friend who I met long ago, when I took a writing course. We bonded over words and cigarettes. We came together, bringing the writing group I had together with the writing group she had into a group of people that still stay in touch. We … More Missing Eileen
At any given time, in any home where small humans reside, there are toys. Lots and lots of toys. And in my house, they mostly have to do with princesses and ponies, dollies, books, costumes and more. Also at any given time, will there be leftovers. The remains of moments of play, sometimes fleeting, sometimes … More The toy carnage
I have loved books for as long as I can remember. I always loved to find a quiet corner and read. My mom has said that, even as a baby, I could entertain myself for hours with just a few books. (I can’t help it if I was am an angel) I think … More Books in full Blume
A couple weeks ago, I wrote a top 10 list of the books I actually liked from those we were forced to read in high school. So I got the idea of another list, when I saw a television commercial that Les Misérables was coming back to the theatre, here in Toronto. I never saw … More Top 10 favourite theatre shows
Growing up, my mom used to have plants all over the house. She could revive a dying plant, sprout a new one from a single leave…she was definitely born with two green thumbs. I wasn’t. When my husband and I bought our house, I had grandiose dreams of building a vegetable garden, enjoying fresh tomatoes … More These thumbs are not green!
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