I was never thought of as being a sporty type by build alone and, in fact, was probably in that group picked last for any sporting event based on looks alone. Not tall, or willow, thin or fit looking. But, as it turns out, given ample opportunities to prove everyone wrong. I got to join… Continue reading
Why are Chores Such a Chore?
Answer? Because we generally hate doing them. Following on from Elisabeth’s post, 10 Chores I wouldn’t Be Sad To Never Do Again, over at The Optimistic Musings of a Pessimist, I have a solution. I won’t say it’s foolproof or ideal for everyone, but it works for me. One: don’t do the chore you hate the… Continue reading
Happy New Year
Here’s wishing everyone a prosperous, healthy, happy 2025. And a year filled with wonderful memories and adventures.
Predictions
It’s that time of year when so many people think about writing blog posts looking back at the year that’s gone, and or writing up their New Year’s Resolutions, most of which no one in the history of Mankind has ever kept. At least, not me. So, I thought, why not do something completely different?… Continue reading
My “Where Are You From” Poem
I’ve seen this one posted in a couple of places online recently and, of course, me being me, I bookmarked the page to download the template and, apparently, totally forgot to bookmark the actual blogs where I read some beautiful examples. Duh! Anyway, inspired, and with the New Year coming up, here’s my version. I… Continue reading
A Circus Extravaganza
Let’s face it, for some of us who are lucky enough to live here, in Quebec City, like me, we have the opportunity to see what is for so many others, a once in a life time show, like the Cirque du Soleil. I have now seen well over 20 Cirque shows since moving to… Continue reading