April 21, 2019
Why I Go on Retreat
This week, I’m delighted to have my memoir coach and friend as a guest blogger on Thymewood. Once a month, … [Read More] “Why I Go on Retreat”
April 14, 2019
Self-Help
You’ve got to be a caterpillar before you can be a butterfly. Since my early twenties, I’ve been drawn to … [Read More] “Self-Help”
April 7, 2019
Rating Life
A couple of weeks ago, my son Max was over for supper. While I was out in the kitchen getting … [Read More] “Rating Life”
March 31, 2019
50 Things That Make Me Happy
I sat down to write this blog post on March 22, a Friday night. The previous week had been a … [Read More] “50 Things That Make Me Happy”
March 24, 2019
You Are What You Think
Buddhist philosophy indicates that your thoughts are a primary source of your suffering while cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) encourages you to … [Read More] “You Are What You Think”
March 17, 2019
Getting Back on Track
Stagnation is often a sign that great things are on the horizon. For years, I walked for exercise. I even … [Read More] “Getting Back on Track”
March 10, 2019
Meet Lawrence Maxwell
Lawrence Maxwell’s web site bio says he’ll “…tell it to you like it’s folk and sing it to you like … [Read More] “Meet Lawrence Maxwell”
March 3, 2019
The Worst Boss Ever
Over the years, I’ve had many jobs: farm worker, cashier, clerk, waitress, sales associate, bank teller, baker, teacher, supervisor, manager, … [Read More] “The Worst Boss Ever”
February 24, 2019
Make Your Bed
When I was a kid, I made my bed. I think it was a house rule, and for the most … [Read More] “Make Your Bed”
February 17, 2019
Snakes and Butterflies
Last weekend I took a couple of online quizzes to determine what my spirit animal might be. According to the … [Read More] “Snakes and Butterflies”