I won the NaNoWriMo Challenge!: How? By writing over 50,000 words toward a novel. I had an idea for a novel bumping around in my head and occasionally spilling out into an idea file in … Continue Reading →
I won the NaNoWriMo Challenge!
How? By writing over 50,000 words toward a novel. I had an idea for a novel bumping around in my head and occasionally spilling out into an idea file in … Continue Reading →
Building Good Habits & Breaking Bad Ones
After a foray into fiction, I’m back reading my favourite genres, including the psychology of well-being and personal growth. A fun, easy recent read is Atomic Habits: An Easy and … Continue Reading →
Acceptance with a Gratitude Chaser
Acceptance. Is that some kind of pill to swallow? Something to make you shut up, give up, or stay out of the way? Or a means of genuine peace? Popular … Continue Reading →
Freezing Kale or Chard
Our garden is bursting with kale and chard. They grow like crazy, even outpacing the weeds. Bob and I use these nutrient rich greens in soups, stir fries, and smoothies. … Continue Reading →
Remi
May 14, 2019 I miss you so much! Who knew how much it could hurt? Every little thing reminds me of you, because until yesterday you were some part of … Continue Reading →
Our 1st Monthiversary as Vegans!
One month ago, Bob and I decided to eat only plant-based foods. As a sometimes hit-and-miss vegetarian – often very long on the misses – I would have expected to … Continue Reading →
Bucket List Item: Della Falls, Check!
July 2017 Our cross-generational family group of five hiked to Della Falls in July 2017. The youngest celebrated her 29th birthday the first day of our hike, the oldest had … Continue Reading →
Health benefits of twenty years of kayaking
In 1995, a newfound activity helped change my life for the better. That may sound like a monumental statement to make, but it was a monumental time for me. It’s … Continue Reading →
The secret to falling in love with paddleboarding
August 2016 Paddleboards are popping up everywhere these days. After years of kayaking, I was curious to see what all the hype was about. Is it tippy? How could paddling … Continue Reading →
Kayaking the Nanaimo Waterfront
August 2016 What makes Nanaimo one of the most beautiful cities in the world? In my opinion, hands down, it’s the Nanaimo waterfront. You can stroll or cycle the 3.5 … Continue Reading →