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  • Not feeling it
    The overwhelming bombardment of advertising for Black Friday and Cyber Monday and Christmas shopping is mind numbing. I don’t even have regular TV Channels so I am only seeing it via my phone and computer while reading the news. Our local community had its Santa Claus Parade yesterday, and I can’t lie, it was sad.… Read more: Not feeling it
  • September !
    What’s your favorite month of the year? Why? No bugs, few tourists, kids back in school, life feels more organized, less humidity and not so hot !
  • Depends on the time of year
    What is your favorite place to go in your city? Dog park, the Wharf, Rombos, …brain tired …lol
  • Martha Wells “System Collapse”
    What book are you reading right now? Book 7 of the Murder-Bot mystery series. I love mystery stories and Martha Wells has created this great character whose personality lets it all out and makes me laugh, while at the same time creating a sci-fi mystery that I enjoy! who knew!
  • Getting out of bed..lol
    What part of your routine do you always try to skip if you can? Honestly, today was one of those days where I woke up a couple of times in the night to go to the biffy, and then fell back into a deep sleep. Thankfully, my wonderful hearing dog Violett heard the alarm and… Read more: Getting out of bed..lol
  • Joy
    What is good about having a pet? Any pet, dog, cat, salamander, will bring joy. Of course it is an opportunity to teach children responsibility, but there is truly no joy like it!
  • Hearing Aids – as much as cars used to cost
    Name the most expensive personal item you’ve ever purchased (not your home or car). Maybe I will have to go back to analog… I do appreciate what they can do, and mine are middle of the road, still around 3500 …insane…now if it was something frivolous, then a ring, but I used money I won… Read more: Hearing Aids – as much as cars used to cost
  • I need to use my time more effectively
    Do you need time? Of course I need more time lol. I want to be 20 again! Every day I need more time! I am however grateful for the time I have had, and the experiences along the way!
  • When I was say, between 5-10
    Is there an age or year of your life you would re-live? But with the hearing aids I have now. Would it be better ? I think I had a great child hood, climbed the apple trees in the front yard, jumped in the creek with rubber boots when it rained, had my big brothers… Read more: When I was say, between 5-10
  • Hmm, well how do we know what the “Truth” is?
    What historical event fascinates you the most? I am currently still learning about our own country’s “Truth and Reconciliation” and how we are moving forward on the recommendations that were recommended. I am also fascinated by the fact that a war does not bring peace to the countries fighting it. While working for a local… Read more: Hmm, well how do we know what the “Truth” is?
  • Kindness, respect, smile
    What’s something you believe everyone should know. I am so fortunate to live in this country. I hesitate to speak of the wars going on, but in this day and age, could we all please lay down the arms? I don’t want to see us blow each other up anymore.
  • Keep curiosity and laughter
    What does it mean to be a kid at heart? I think of my 3 year old grandson-he is curious, full of fun, laughter and joy
  • Walking
    What is your favorite form of physical exercise? Favourite used to be riding my bike, but walking, has always been there, fast or slow, doesn’t matter as long as I can put one foot in front of the other !
  • Seriously, I have no desire to go to the moon.
    How much would you pay to go to the moon? Maybe when I was 20? Right now, with food, basic utilities, costing so much, my focus is more on terra ferma. I would just like to see the end of the wars going on.

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