Tapping Out of Tipping
It’s always fun sharing a morning coffee and breakfast with my gal pals. So off we go to my local café where I ask for an iced coffee and avocado toast from the employee at the counter. Smiles all around … Continued
Where There’s a Will, There’s a Way?
Where there’s a will, there’s a way. This old proverb refers to being tenacious and not giving up when a situation seems daunting or challenging. I almost gave up but was urged to press on as where there’s a will, … Continued
My Travels With Paddington Bear
Dear Paddington Bear, I do hope this letter finds you well and that you are enjoying your new life in Canada with my beautiful grandson. Thank you so much for gallivanting around Scotland and England with me after we met … Continued
The End of a Love Affair
It’s the end of a longstanding love affair for me, one which has lasted decades. Letting go is never easy but I shall cherish the memories. I’m not talking about getting rid of a husband or lover or even a … Continued
Pickleball Is Not for Everyone
“Oh, honey, I’m ready for you”, I cajoled in my most sultry voice. Silence. “Darling boy, I am waiting”, I implored even more lovingly. No response. “Come on, love of my life…everybody’s doing it! Especially seniors!” “I don’t care that … Continued
Is Canada Ready for a Female Prime Minister? Hell, yeah!
America wasn’t ready for a female President. Just ask Kamala Harris or Hillary Clinton. Is Canada ready? Of course we know that Kim Campbell served as the first female prime minister of Canada from June to November 1993. Time to … Continued
International Bromance Part Deux
I wonder if history repeats itself. In February 2017, I penned a column entitled Not Exactly An International Bromancewith my imagination running wild about the first meeting at the White House between Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and US President … Continued
From Stylish to Slovenly
My grandson was the cutest little hobbit I have ever seen. Looking at him in his Halloween costume simply made my heart sing. My other grandson dressed up as a bumblebee. Adorable. My granddaughter donned a pirate’s costume. It was … Continued
BC Voters are Cynical
Call me a cynic. It’s day 17 of the BC election campaign and the rhetoric, backstabbing and promises continue to plague us unabated. All the parties are giving out goodies like free condoms in a sex education class. The promises … Continued
Slow It Down a Notch
I am loving my orange toenails and fingernails, having just returned from a relaxing mani-pedi this morning. An hour sitting in a comfortable chair, simply enjoying the tingling foot massage and the pampering. Taking it slow and easy which suits … Continued