Over the time I haven’t written here I’ve been doing a lot of thinking. I’ve also been unconsciously wallowing in self-abasement, most notably since I started working at the naturopathic clinic (because I’ve been so preoccupied with it), regarding how much my life has slowed down since university, how my ambitions elude me, and how …
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Happy Holidays!
Before I settle down for the first time in forever to spend time with Colin wrapping a few gifts, eating pizza, and listening to Christmas carols (the visiting starts tomorrow!), I wanted to wish you all my deepest and heartfelt wishes that you experience a fulfilling, joyful, warm, and inspiring holiday time, one that you …
Let Me Fall
Seriously, I haven’t looked up or written out lyrics to a song since I was a teenager. But there’s a song (by Josh Groban, who else?) that seems really significant lately, not only for me but for all those who are endeavoring to do great things, who have goals and dreams, and who are struggling …
Short
Extreme Wide Shot: Planet Earth. Through the atmosphere, through the clouds, North America, Canada, Ontario, Belleville, Lambert Drive. Long Shot: My snowy house, from across the street, looking in the living room window. There’s me, sitting on the couch, scanning my laptop screen. Full shot: Look at me. So here I am, sitting in our …
I Miss You — And Me
It’s an hour past my bedtime (according to Ayurvedic practice and my common sense), and I’m sitting in the gezellig (Dutch for cozy, more or less, but even cozier than cozy!) dreamy light of the Christmas tree we put up last weekend. But before I log off my computer I need to just put something …
Worker Bee
Day three of my life as a receptionist at a naturopathic and alternative healing office. I am still alive! Yes, I’ve managed to survive three days of work outside the home, staying positive, even smiling, not yet complaining about the job! Hallelujah! This calls for celebration, though since I feel on the verge of collapse, …
What I Know for Sure, No. 2
The other day, Friar said, “Cubicles are here to stay.” I thought, So what? If you believe in cause and effect, action and consequence, in the power to decide for yourself, that where you are is a result of the choices you’ve made…then this is what I know for sure: You are not destined for …
The Woohoo! Report
A long time ago, but not in a land far away unless you live out of the country, a couple had a brilliant idea. Excited about the potential for greatness and change, the woman posted about it here. The idea is not exactly original, though what they envision for it is very, very big, and …
Reawake
“Life is either a daring adventure or nothing.” ~ Helen Keller I can sum up my life pretty easily, even though I have many memories. Went to elementary school. Excelled at writing, singing, secretly oogling guys while being a tomboy, and sports. Major interest in theatre. Won lots of awards. Was very introspective. Went to …
Speak Up
I’ve always verbally told people how I feel or observe things. I’m very free with admiration and compliments, even for strangers, and I’m also okay with letting someone know I disagree or don’t like something, though I can be more shy in those situations, depending on what the circumstances are. But it’s only within the …