I was so looking forward to 2023, 23 being my lucky number, and with the end of Covid (so I thought) in sight, it was destined to be a great year...right? What could go wrong? My personal life ticked along as planned. I realised the vision (the beginnings, at least) I had longed for in… Continue reading Cheers…
Category: Lifestyle
Comfort and Joy…
Although the fields are brown, it's looking like we may have a "whitish" Christmas, and based on the long-range forecast, we'll have to be happy with what we have. Like most of you, I have my home decorated for the season, awaiting the family, guests and Santa's arrival. I've picked up the fresh greenery… Continue reading Comfort and Joy…
War and Peace…
Not to be worried, this post will not be a "Coles Notes" version of the literary classic, "War and Peace" by Leo Tolstoy... but... Most of us have been spared the horrors of war; however, there are many today living in that nightmare. The fragile balance between war and peace can easily tip in a… Continue reading War and Peace…
Friends…
The above quote flashed on the screen at the beginning of "Book Club, The Next Chapter", the sequel to "The Book Club", as a reminder that we can't let life happen to us; we must create our destiny. It's a fun, light, entertaining movie about the same friend group as in the first and… Continue reading Friends…
Ode to Paris…
If you've been following the blog for some time, you will know all about my love of Paris. Up until several years before the pandemic, I travelled to Paris almost annually...and I miss it. I'm not going this year, and for sure not next year (the Olympics), so Paris is coming to me! What… Continue reading Ode to Paris…
Almost happy hour….
In January, I posted a blog titled "Mood Boards" and talked about the "Happy Hour" room we are working on. The image left (from Pinterest) was one of the inspirations from my mood board for the floor. The creation of the painted "mosaic tile" floor has begun with the help of many...one… Continue reading Almost happy hour….
Where have all the shops gone…
You know that sad 1960s folk song, "Where Have all the Flowers Gone"? That's how I feel about the closing of so many retail stores. However, when I looked up the meaning of the lyrics, the site suggested: "that even though the flowers have died, new ones will eventually grow in their… Continue reading Where have all the shops gone…
International Women’s Day…
Today, March 8, is the global celebration of International Women's Day, recognizing women's social, cultural and economic strides. This post is not about religion or politics...it's about celebrating women, where we've been, where we are, and where we can go... I've had (have) wonderful female role models in my life, starting with both of my grandmothers.… Continue reading International Women’s Day…
A Love Story…
How I long for the return of a can't wait to see romantic comedy (I'm channelling Jane Austen), and where is Nancy Meyers when we really need her! After a steady diet of cable news, unhinged politicians, devastating natural disasters, a senseless, heartbreaking war, not to mention Covid, isn't it time for a light,… Continue reading A Love Story…
2023…
According to the Chinese calendar, 2023 is the year of the Rabbit, a sign of longevity, peace and prosperity. Doesn't that sound like a promising year ahead? Twenty-three is my lucky number. Although I'm not superstitious, I can't help but think this will be a good year...something to look forward to. Chinese culture also designated… Continue reading 2023…