I could say that having Fern in my life was, in many ways, akin to having a wonderfully long, superbly-written novel resting close by. The kind of novel that draws…
It was November 28, 2011. I was on my way to the palliative care unit in the Sarnia hospital to see my younger brother. Yes, he was dying, and I…
This nine month old relishes real food. Although he has no teeth, he is a master at gumming it, and approaches every meal with delight! Here, among other things, I…
I shall indeed wear purple! I’m assuming you know Warning, the poem by Jenny Joseph? No? You don’t know it? And you’re how old? Well, if you’re 50 or more, I…
Exactly five years ago to the day, this was the unusual view on 10th Avenue in my town. The children were having a blast riding as fast and as far…
When windshield wipers refuse to work, good neighbours often lend a helping hand. Thank you, Bruce.