Words, especially those written, are immortal. I couldn’t have said it better but author Virginia Evans, in her first published novel The Correspondent beat me to it. I was completely enamored with this book, entirely written in the form of … Continued
We are passengers on boats slowly sinking! There are glorious things about getting old. Like I can’t hear two-thirds of what people are saying to me. It makes me so happy. I love those lines from the characters Sandy and … Continued
People say I got a drinkin’ problem But I got no problem drinkin’ at all… Great lyrics from one of my favourite country bands, Midland, who just happens to be from Texas. I have to chuckle because as you read … Continued
Dear Santa, I imagine you are unbelievably busy getting ready for Christmas as you have such a daunting task ahead of you. No doubt your job is even more difficult what with trying to be ‘woke’ and politically correct with … Continued
Thanks for the memories. I can’t believe it has been exactly 15 years this month I have been writing my monthly column for the Peace Arch News. I have covered an array of topics hopefully relevant to seniors of our … Continued
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
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
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
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
Brrr…baby, it’s cold outside. As the Arctic snap envelops us, like many seniors, I am fearful of going for a walk outside alone. I could write a sequel to Erica Jong’s Fear of Flying and aptly name it Fear of … Continued