I was able to spend a few quiet moments at the National War Memorial today, my second to last day in Ottawa and the day of Corporal Cirillo’s funeral in Hamilton. It was a very moving experience. I am posting from my iPad. I hope the photos will publish. Rest in Peace, Corporal Cirillo.
Category: Philosophy
Dear Maya Angelou
Dear Madame Angelou, I was so sad to hear of your passing this morning. Perhaps your physical presence has moved on, but your influence will be with me forever. The words of your poem, Phenomenal Woman, influence who I am every time I read them. Thank you for teaching me how powerful I can be… Continue reading Dear Maya Angelou
13 Small Pleasures: a baker’s dozen!
1. The first sips of hot tea over the rim of a bone china mug. 2. Standing on the deck on a spring or autumn morning as the crisp, cool air fills your lungs and the sun warms your face. 3. When the early morning sky looks like a diamond and you know it’s going… Continue reading 13 Small Pleasures: a baker’s dozen!
On knowledge, wisdom and a good bullshit detector {Just Write 8}
Good Sunday morning! I am sitting here by my kitchen window, coffee at my elbow and browsing my morning blog posts. The washing machine and the dryer are both on and I can barely hear the radio over the noise. Not that I’m paying attention, but I enjoy Michael Enright’s Sunday Edition, and CBC is… Continue reading On knowledge, wisdom and a good bullshit detector {Just Write 8}