September 23, 2018
Writing a Ta-Da List
Be proud of every step you take. During a recent session with my writing group, our leader extraordinaire, Kathleen Hamilton, … [Read More] “Writing a Ta-Da List”
September 16, 2018
25 Lessons from a Cat
Cats will do as they please. If you follow me on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, you know I have … [Read More] “25 Lessons from a Cat”
September 9, 2018
Beginner’s Mind
We are all born with Beginner’s Mind, a state where everything is new, where there are no labels, concepts or … [Read More] “Beginner’s Mind”
September 2, 2018
Cape Breton Weekend
This week, I’m pleased to feature a guest post from my son, Max Koughan. You can find his blog here. … [Read More] “Cape Breton Weekend”
August 26, 2018
Summer Afternoon
Needing a rest I stretch out on the grass That’s our problem we don’t lie on the grass enough Prickles … [Read More] “Summer Afternoon”
August 19, 2018
Advice
How many times has someone given you advice? How many times did you follow it? Let me guess…a lot and … [Read More] “Advice”
August 12, 2018
Creativity
As a child, I had a vivid imagination. I lost myself in dreamy thoughts and images. When I got older, … [Read More] “Creativity”
August 5, 2018
Calm Yourself
You are the sky. Everything else – it’s just the weather.” – Pema Chödrön Life can be chaotic. That’s why it’s … [Read More] “Calm Yourself”
July 29, 2018
My Favourite Things
Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens Brown paper packages tied up with … [Read More] “My Favourite Things”
July 22, 2018
Work-Life Balance
“How can I have work-life balance when that’s not possible?” I asked myself as I examined the red welts on … [Read More] “Work-Life Balance”