It’s almost time for our rehearsal to begin and I stick my head out the door to see if any of the children have arrived. This is the neighbourhood where I live; where ancient meets modern. The condo across the street only recently opened it’s doors for the new inhabitants. Tourists ride around the streetsContinue reading “Old and new”
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Free spirit
Yesterday Milo stopped by for a visit. This time he didn’t run away as I stepped slowly toward the open patio door. I keep the screen closed in case a mouse or raccoon, or mosquito decides to come in and explore. He turned toward me as I gently called his name. Milo first visited whenContinue reading “Free spirit”
Pussywillows…soft winds…
I’m reminded of the Gordon Lightfoot song, ”Pussywillows, Cat-tails, soft winds and roses”. Dad’s niche is a few feet away from this lovely planter. My son met me at the columbarium last week to see the new cover that was made for my father’s niche. When dad passed away there were so many unexpected decisionsContinue reading “Pussywillows…soft winds…”
Patio concert
Two years ago when we all went in to lock-down because of the pandemic, my next door neighbour and I decided to present piano recitals for each other and our neighbours. For me the days were spent walking Toffee, watching news, watching videos and webinars on how to navigate online piano lessons and choir rehearsals,Continue reading “Patio concert”
Power of Music
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”
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”
Reflections 