Category: Random Thoughts

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Goal to Minimize? Make a plan.

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Begin to make a new ending

As Maria Robinson once said, “Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending.”  Nothing could be closer to the truth.  But before you can begin this process of transformation you have to stop doing the things that have been holding you back…. That is… Continue reading Begin to make a new ending

The Power of Story – and TED Talks

Mystery can be an amazing inspiration for telling and keeping stories.   When J.J. Abrams’ spoke at TED, he talked about how mystery drives his interests – AND his storytelling. The thing is that [the unopened box] represents infinite possibility. It represents hope. It represents potential … And I realize that mystery is the catalyst for imagination.  J.J.Abrams,… Continue reading The Power of Story – and TED Talks

Saying goodbye to a much-loved pet

Sasha enjoying the view from an open window. One of her favourite things

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Preparing to ‘let it go’

Let it go There are some stories that we need to let go.  Or more accurately, some related baggage that should be discarded.  It’s important to keep the lessons but unproductive, even unhealthy, to cling to all thoughts of would’ve, could’ve or should’ve. This is a tough one for me. I’m always reviewing, reliving and… Continue reading Preparing to ‘let it go’

Getting outside during lockdown

On March 22, Nova Scotia Premier Stephen MacNeil declared a provincial State of Emergency.  These measures included the closure of many public spaces including parks, beaches and trails.N.S. declares state of emergency in response to COVID-19 This has caused additional stress for people using outdoor spaces as relief from stay-at-home guidelines. After the oritingal declaration,… Continue reading Getting outside during lockdown

A new tactic

Sometimes you have to move on For many years, I have wanted to restore an old trunk.  Several years ago, I picked up one that had be thrown out with the trash.  It was in decent shape and I took it home with the best of intentions to either restore it to a measure of… Continue reading A new tactic