Monthly Archives: August 2011
What will they say about you when you die?
I’ve been so moved to read the countless tributes and memorial messages in response to Jack Layton’s passing. It’s made me realize that the best of what we think about people often comes out only after they’re gone. Why do … Continue reading
Sometimes I despair the world will never see another man like him
Tonight, I am very, very sad. I’ve been sad all day; heart hanging heavy in my chest, each breath a weighty sigh. This morning, Jack Layton, leader of the New Democratic Party, the official opposition of the federal government (and … Continue reading
Raw! Raw! Raw!
Not to be confused with “rah! rah! rah!” but I do kind of feel like a cheerleader. A few years ago, my friend Kathryn and I started investigating a raw food diet. It’s hard to do 100%, but the bits … Continue reading
Mama, give the baby a break.
The other day, I was walking home with my family and as we passed through my old neighbourhood (a rather depressed place), we came upon a mother and her brand new baby. The baby was tiny and so, so sweet. … Continue reading
Litter-less lunch
Hard to imagine (wonderful to believe), but the back-to-school season is approaching fast. Last year, my son started all-day kindergarten (amazing – thank you Dalton!) which meant that I had to find a lunch kit for him. When I was … Continue reading
Front Porch Revolution 