Category: The Journal
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My birthday lunch
I really enjoyed my birthday lunch this year! I used to feel compelled to pick a fancy restaurant with a fancy steak dinner, but in the last few…
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Cheerleaders – the sport of excellence
Recently, I had the opportunity to travel to Vancouver to watch my daughter’s cheerleading competition. If you have never had the chance to see a competition, it is…
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Why I will never be a minimalist (and that’s ok)
Today’s buzzword is minimalism. There are websites dedicated to achieving it. There are movies to highlight it. Gurus and high achievers will all show you a clean desk with…
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Reality Distortion Field
A concept I am becoming increasingly fascinated by is something called the “reality distortion field.” It’s a concept that was introduced by Star Trek (like many great concepts,…
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Auntie Char’s Guide to Dating Success, Part 2
So here is some unexpected fallout: the original Aunty Charlotte post has stirred up a hornet’s nest of replies. The original post, in fact, is my most viewed…
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Tenacity is the first flowers of Spring
I was once told: leaders always go first. That makes this purple flower a leader. First blossoms of spring make my heart soar. Be the flower. Be the…
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Why my house is filled with partially-completed projects
I am always busy. No, really. I mean it. I have a full time job and I’m a mom. That’s enough for a lot of people, but I…
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Family photo bomb
I love having breakfast with Brigitte. It’s a good time to connect with my little one. This morning’s breakfast includes a portrait in the background that deserves a…
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I have seen the north
For the last two days, I have been on the road for work. First stop was Nanaimo. Last night was Courtenay. Both days called for snow and I…
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