Almost a decade ago, I wrote about a street person who because his dog wasn’t welcome in soup kitchens or overnight shelters, would forgo eating and a secure night’s sleep. But, he was happy to do so. Happy?! But what about now, with the ravages of COVID-19 all around us…?
My Greatest Gift – 2022 Edition
The other consideration is longevity: we tend to get use to waking up every day. I don’t want to be left wondering, on my deathbed, how I managed to lose such a beautiful human being – while life passed me by.
Yes! Virginia – 2021
When our youngest daughter was a little girl, she asked if Santa Claus was real or just pretend? Now, as a young adult, she’s asking is religion real or an illusion? Her intelligent, inquiring mind never suffered fools lightly. Now, she’s asking if I’m just fooling myself.
The Life (and Legacy) of Brian
As a society, when all this is over, we’ll have to go back to living “normal.” We must reconcile this within ourselves before addressing others: giving peace another chance! With Brian, we loved him like a brother.
Writing: For the Love of It
I love writing stories about genuine individuals who live out their lives with purpose. These people increase my responsibility to give them proper recognition – like a portrait artist who captures the spirit, as well as the image of his subjects.
Battle of the Chairs
Just when I was congratulating myself… creating a scenario whereby everybody… wins, here comes two women including a mother pushing a baby stroller. Now, to me, this was a game changer. Was I prepared to enjoy a coffee while this mother is left standing? Nope. My mind went into overdrive.
Their Way
Someone once said, “Expectation is the root of all heartache.” This is such a story.
The Importance of Being Healthy
No matter our health situation, our age group, or anything else; we can still do something to help make a difference. Maybe something small, like helping a neighbour who’s a care giver. They don’t even need to know who did it.
Renegade in Power – Again?
A general interest in the 50’s Canadian Avro Arrow jet interceptor soon led to a more focused interest in John Diefenbaker – his leadership style, personality, etc., when Canadian Prime Minister (1957 – 1963).
Pursuing Diefenbaker’s way of operating as a “renegade” brought to mind the recent style of former president Donald Trump – to which Collins dictionary defines Renegade as a “member of a group or profession who behaves in a way that is opposed to the normal behavior or beliefs of that group or profession.
If I’m Right, Is Everyone Else Wrong?
Were they right? Mother Teresa Anna Kaljas Rev. Robert Rumball
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