Twelve years ago I had the opportunity to experience many “firsts”. Shortly after my husband died, I joined my daughter and the choir she was singing with on a trip to New York. Here are some of the firsts for me: first time in New York City. first time walking through (and getting lost in)Continue reading “Power of Music”
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Spring gardens
After the ten years I spent living in a country with no real change in seasons, except hot, hotter with rain and rainy, I was excited to come home to Canada, where we enjoy four distinct seasons each year. Eight years ago I moved to Victoria. We do have four seasons, although they are muchContinue reading “Spring gardens”
Home
I bought these tulips for mom two days ago. Yesterday morning they were looking revitalized, and standing taller! Mom was so happy to have the fresh tulips to brighten her home. My flight home yesterday morning was cancelled about an hour before departure. Of course my first reaction to changes that are out of myContinue reading “Home”
Chillin’
Yesterday we went on an outing—me and mom. As is almost always the case, we showed up early. Mom decided to sit back and relax in the car, and chill! My siblings and I were brought up to arrive early. No matter the event or appointment, we had to arrive before the appointed time. WhenContinue reading “Chillin’”
Super-dog
Toffee loved to wear this bandana. Perhaps it was because he received a lot of positive attention from strangers when he wore it. Perhaps because he liked to have something wrapped around his neck. Or maybe it signified that a walk might be happening soon. Last July after Toffee died I gave away many ofContinue reading “Super-dog”
Deer at dusk
Last November when dad was in the hospital following his stroke there was a big storm which caused floods and fallen trees across the province. One very large tree fell in this area, and has been cleaned up. As I drove back to my mother’s place from a late evening grocery shopping I saw aContinue reading “Deer at dusk”
Rainbow carrots
Last week while shopping for treats to take to my daughter’s home I discovered a bag of multi-coloured carrots. We enjoyed eating these fresh, tasty carrot sticks. I normally enjoy trying new things, and new ideas. In fact, I don’t like getting stuck in a rut, and often seek new adventures. This week I amContinue reading “Rainbow carrots”
Cats!
Cats! I have never been fond of cats. To be honest, I was never very fond of dogs until Toffee came into my life. Allergies and fear of the unknown has kept me away from most cats. This past week I spent several days with my daughter, her fiancé and their two cats. Benji isContinue reading “Cats!”
Relating
My mother keeps this toy at her home in case a great-grandchild stops by for a visit. She used to have a stack of Dr. Seuss books but they have been given away to her grand-children. Last week my daughter travelled to visit her grandma and brought Baby “A” along. Mom was happy to haveContinue reading “Relating”
Steps
Almost every day for over two years I would climb the spiral staircase to practice and/or perform on the cathedral’s magnificent pipe organ. The first time I climbed the spiral staircase I wondered how dizzy I would become before reaching the top. In the winter the cold air gets locked in and I climb quicklyContinue reading “Steps”
Reflections 