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April 27, 2024
Although most individuals respect, value and love others and enjoy using objects, there are others who value things and seem to have little respect for
After much encouragement from my adult children, four of whom already lived in western Canada, I sold my home, bid goodbye to dear friends, and
Free of family domestic duties in my fifties, I decided to get a bike that I’d enjoy pedalling along the Rideau Canal and Dow’s Lake
Life used to be so much simpler years ago. I remember the joy I had whizzing on my two-wheeler along Lakeshore Road towards Niagara-on-the-Lake, unconcerned
“If you want to know how old a woman is then ask her sister-in-law.” – Edgar Howe——— Inside every older person is a younger person
I’m old but I am still surprised sometimes by the twists and turns of fate, and I am constantly reminded that there are exceptional people
Two friends and I flew south to Las Vegas in December 2020. We intended to relax and enjoy a six-day vacation, applaud theatre productions, shop,
What do Seniors get in the new Trudeau Budget? These truths will offend some and get support from others. After reading this, I want you
You may not believe me when I say that the late W.O. Mitchell is largely responsible for the path my life has taken,! don’t blame
I have only been in the wheelchair for a couple of years, but it seems longer. I am grateful that I did not require it
In 2019 I spent almost two winter months in Victoria, BC. One morning I received a phone call from a lady who had a lovely,
It was my seventh trip to Italy, the third time I had travelled to Sicily with my daughter, Lise, and our first trip to Siracusa.
Alana, my 13-year-old granddaughter, and Gert, my sister-in-law, spent New Year 2003 in Astoria, Australia prior to a week-long trip to explore Kangaroo Island. We
To Joan Alexander, Guest Author Joan, it has been such a pleasure working with you for the past several weeks. I was proud to highlight
She raised her arm, shaking her finger at me angrily. “Paul Martin, Jr, will be prime minister. It is ordained!” “But he is not even
I know. This is a strange topic, but it’s something we should discuss. Deciding on burial or cremation is the first decision to make. When
I sometimes wonder why some mature adults assign such importance to their birthdays, particularly when they were born so many years ago. Why would they
Let me tell you, Jesse hated this job. And you would too. Imagine, if you had to do it. Jesse was a chicken plucker. That’s
Adopted before he was two months old, George had no memory of his birth family nor had he any choice regarding the home he would
This is a repeat posting but one I try to publish every year. Last year we had several hundred comments on the article, which tells
Her email arrived shortly after Christmas with an apology for not phoning. Unable to speak clearly because an upper bicuspid had escaped during family Christmas
Covered in a deep blanket of snow, the fenced backyard seemed perfect. I loved everything about this house, especially the ceilings: they weren’t stippled! I
It was one of our infrequent day trips: four middle-aged women, professional colleagues, off to the US for a day of cross-border retail therapy and
Despite Covid panic, my home sold quickly in March 2020. I loved the central location, open concept, and ten-foot ceilings as well as my neighbours,
1964: Winnipeg I was eight months pregnant with my fourth child and alone in the outskirts of Winnipeg with the children. My husband had traveled
I’d been to Sicily before so I shouldn’t have been surprised when we drove into Siracusa that summer day. Forgotten in time on Sicily’s southern
Where can a man buy a cap for his knee, Or the key to a lock of his hair? Can his eyes be called an
Although the Coronavirus has had an impact on everyone, it severely affected those residing in retirement residences, nursing homes, and long-term care facilities. This segment
I took an aisle seat on the number 2 bus that Wednesday morning, surprised that there was an empty seat. The elderly lady in the
I’ve been a CBC radio listener for many years. Generally, I’m not listening intently, but, when I hear of an incident or individual about which
A retirement or Care home should be safe and comfortable. But these facilities operate Group events which do not always run smoothly. I lived in
In 1905, the year Alberta gained provincial status, a thirteen-year-old boy from Orillia, Ontario traveled west by train to visit his maternal uncles in Calgary.
In Loving Memory of Lawrence I grew up in city centre, a block from the railway tracks. The house, a double with three bedrooms, one
About many things, I hate to admit. These are my favourites: Storage: Over the years, we accumulated hundreds of DVDs. I arranged them alphabetically, of
In Paris’s Notre Dame Cathedral In August 1976, It seems so long ago. Five family members sat together, Side by side, quiet, respectful, full of
I recall that autumn day decades ago when I entered my future in laws’ kitchen where three aproned ladies huddled around the big white stove,
Don’t get me wrong! I’m glad that some of the Covid 19 restrictions have been lifted. I just didn’t know how much it would impact
Prior to 1975 teaching hospitals accepted applications from high school academic graduates who were interested in studying nursing. Nursing students generally studied for three years,
So many foods are harmful to our cats that we have to exercise extreme vigilance to keep these items out of their reach. The consequences
My mother and I had a very difficult relationship. I spent my childhood and adolescence attempting to escape her domination and overprotectiveness. Although I gave
My wish for You I wish you enough sun to keep your attitude bright no matter how grey the day may appear. I wish you
THEN : I’d never have wrinkles. I’d not allow flab. I’d always be well-dressed. I’d never look drab. I’d always be proper and never ever
The first day of school our professor introduced himself and challenged us to get to know someone we didn’t already know. I stood up to
1. Talk to yourself. There are times you need expert advice. 2. “In Style” are the clothes that still fit. 3. You don’t need anger
During my career, I had the privilege of caring for hundreds of people, many of whom boasted exalted rank or financial prestige. Although positive memories
Essential Oils I’ve read at least a dozen articles and spoken to as many people only to discover that there are opposing points of view
A recent downsizing of my boxes of keepsakes uncovered a treasure trove of old negatives and a dozen “disc” films that had never been processed.
You may well ask why, but those with feline friends as roommates already know. Cats are Amazing Cats sleep whenever they want, and wherever they
Dr Marty Goldberg writes in his newsletter: As a veterinarian, I take my work very seriously. After all, helping animals isn’t just a job —
Go placidly amid the noise and haste and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible, without surrender, be on good
All pets are therapy animals to some extent. They provide companionship, reduce loneliness and depression, and can ease anxiety. When we lose them, we lose a
The experience of losing a dog is universal for every pet parent. If these wise words help you, or someone you know, even if just
For as long as humans have been honouring their deceased loved ones, they have been making and wearing jewellery as a way to remember them.
Everyone has questions and opinions about the basic litter box. As a fun way to test your knowledge, here is a simple “Litter Box Pop Quiz” for