Category Archives: General

I just finished Augusten Burroughs”s book ” A Wolf at the Table.” I was annoyed immediately simply because I thought, “Darn, that could have been the name of my book.” (Whenever that gets done). This book is a memoir of … Continue reading →

Growing up, I was the kid that did as I was told. True, partly or mostly due to the fear of a butt-whooping but I was never one to break rules too often. Growing up, we were not allowed to … Continue reading →

I have a friend whose husband died of ITP, idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) which is the condition of having a low platelet count. He left behind 2 little girls and an amazing wife. This Sunday was Father’s Day… it was … Continue reading →

My little man Zachary leaped over the jump rope into grade 1 tonight! WOW! It was a big night for him and he was SO excited. He is such a HUGE personality with such a zest for life. I love … Continue reading →

The dictionary defines a clique as ” narrow circle of friends; an exclusive set.” I think I heard the word clique in elementary school but saw the meaning of it in high school. The “IN” group… there are usually many … Continue reading →

This weekend so much happened… simply put it was a weekend full of emotions that were up and down. We saw a house that we thought may work for us. As we walked back to our car, our agent got … Continue reading →

Today is a day that I could easily focus on the loss I feel while the whole world celebrates the great dad’s in their lives. But I decided that the one great gift my dad gave me was life. I … Continue reading →

It is amazing how much school is always a part of us. 8 years of elementary, the 4 torturous years of high school, then 4 years of university and THEN still more for others. Then once you become a parent, … Continue reading →

I was a non. In my university days, I would become whomever I was around. If you asked me my opinion, I usually wanted to hear yours before answering. Then my answer would be based on what you said. If … Continue reading →

Have you every walked by someone that is just weird? They stick out because they look odd or smell funky? Maybe they dress with no knowledge that some body parts were better left to the imagination. You know what I … Continue reading →

My brother Kumar has his own blog (Wonderingaboutgod.blogspot.com) and did this post called Fancy Nancy. He tells a nice little story about one of our “pets” growing up. Well my version is slightly different, so I couldn’t be still. This … Continue reading →

370 days or so and Sammy will be graduating from 8th grade. Today his class went to one of the local high schools to check it out. They ended with a dance. OK I know my kids are not me … Continue reading →

1 O Lord, you have examined my heart and know everything about me. 2 You know when I sit down or stand up. You know my thoughts even when I’m far away. 3 You see me when I travel and … Continue reading →

I had a session with my doctor this week. It is called Life Coaching. I have to admit that I thought it was kind fufuee when I first heard about it. But she is gifted in this. She says it … Continue reading →

I had a very weird weekend. So much happened and nothing happened. I enjoyed quiet time immensely. I miss that. It is different to have that quietness away from home, in a very cold room with comfy blankets and nothing … Continue reading →

Peterborough is getting has a new hospital. YAH… finally! Max and his classmate, Tori was models used in photo shoots for the new hospital. What cuties, eh?

Today Sanj leaves for a conference in Toronto till Sunday. I am joining him tomorrow. While he is in classes, I plan on shopping, sleeping and spa- ing. They have golf and an afternoon at the spa. This is what … Continue reading →

I have given myself till the end of the weekend to blog this. Someone said that once it is out there, it is freeing. i realize it is not a big deal compared to the many things others are going … Continue reading →

I remember being in 6 or 7th grade, at church, where we were talking about heaven and how great it would be to go there. I also remember thinking I really hope that Jesus does not come yet. I wanted … Continue reading →

I love rainy days especially when I can stay home. It is a great day to do laundry and not sink into depression. I love storms. I wish they would last longer. I especially love a great thunder storm. It … Continue reading →