Don’t worry – Derek and I aren’t moving again! If you’ve visited here in recent years, you’ll know we shuttled around before settling in Port Stanley. We’ve been here almost four years and have no intention of leaving.
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Tomorrow, I’m off to California, toting a carry-on suitcase and a mixed bag of emotions.
…California, Here I Come Read More »
Whenever someone predicted the end of the Internet, I’d wave it away as ridiculous.
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We’re all going to read the Stephen Kings and James Pattersons and Oprah picks and the works of other best-selling authors we love. That’s a given. For me, part of the purpose of reading is the joy of discovery. Sometimes that means taking a chance on a book from someone new.
…Throwing the Book (Suggestions) at You Read More »
Does anyone else have the haunting strains of Zager and Evans’ only hit song in their head? 2025 is 500 years away from In the Year 2525, which went to #1 in 1969. But it can’t help but come to mind for those of us raised on pop music. This particular song was pretty dark so it cut through alongside peppy tunes of its time like Sugar, Sugar and I Can’t Get Next To You. (For a refresher, the video is at the end of this post.)
…2025 Greetings and News Read More »
There was a time when Toronto felt like my city. Now, it’s a place to visit and get the hell out of before crowds or traffic eat us alive. Still, Erin Davis and I had a good stay and play (well, she worked!) in TO this week.
…First, They Take Toronto Read More »
Listening to my good friend and fellow voice-over/podcast professional Mary Anne Ivison on a podcast brought to mind many interviews I did over the years.
…The One (Interview) That Got Away Read More »
I promise you that this is not a solicitation for Happy Birthday greetings. But in addition to an off-key serenade and maybe a cupcake with a candle in it, there’s one more thing I’d like this year.
…My Simple Birthday Wish Read More »
We were supposed to be in Galveston, Texas on the weekend. Our flight home from Houston would have been yesterday and we’d be driving home from Detroit today. We had been looking forward to the trip for months but it was cancelled due to (understandable) issues beyond our control.
…When Wanderlust and Women’s Rights Meet Head On Read More »
Derek and I have some of our best conversations on our walks.
…Real Life in the Wild Wild West Read More »
Twelve years ago, I published a memoir about the summer I spent working a live-in job at a nudist resort.
…Paperback Writer (Apologies to the Beatles) Read More »
When I was younger, I never thought I was very good at being alone. I looked after myself, of course, and did little things to make myself happy – like riding the subway all over Toronto to explore on my own – but I don’t think I had enough interests back then. I could have joined a club or something and done more with my time.
…Left to Alone Devices Read More »
I’m not sure how many times I’ve been to Sidney, BC. Let’s say several. But this time was different. It was just as wonderful – perhaps more – than previous visits with my BFAPCAF (best friend a person could ask for!). Not just because of our Gracefully and Frankly Facebook Live. (Erin went behind the scenes HERE) But also because they have moved down the hill to the ocean’s edge
…West Coast Hopes, Dreams, & Doggies Read More »
I’ve written a novel. A novel and a half, actually, because it’s a three-novel series and I’m halfway through story number two. It hasn’t been published yet and that’s what this is all about.
…The Facts About Shopping My Fiction Project Read More »
Some people insist on believing that “the media is lying to you!” About everything. I’m here to tell you that “the media” doesn’t exist. Separate companies, different points of view, etc. So BBC, CNN, FOX, CTV – they’re all in on it together? Every COMPETING company employs liars and forces them to lie?
…The Dog Days of Summer for the Media Read More »
Body-shaming – and commenting on bodies at all – is supposed to be so last century.
…Things the Internet Could Do Without Read More »
Parents remind little kids to stop running so they don’t slip and fall. Elderly people are always being told they’re at the highest risk of a bad fall. But what about everyone in between?
…Falling For You When I Don’t Have To Read More »
Anyone who listened to London radio in the 80s knew Dick Joseph. Dicker Q and the Afternoon Zoo was a hugely popular show on CKSL 1410 from ’82-’87. Dick hosted the on air and live versions of Desperate and Dateless. To me, the overnight host, he was a mentor and colleague. Recently, I wrote about some radio memories that prompted Dick to send me the story of his first job in radio. Without further ado, I give you his story in his words.
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