When I went to live in London I took few possessions, mostly clothes. So I was amazed to find amongst my things a yellowed newspaper article from the Gateway, the University of Alberta newspaper. Someone…
I woke up this morning to an email from FPM and my blog of yesterday with its related stories. I am beginning to think that this is not a good idea because of the disconnect…
My habits of old have returned – yesterday’s blog sent in the evening so I awaken, read the blog and the related stories. I can usually find the thread but this time it is a…
Today is Labor Day, it seems like I should not be working. Writing this blog is work. I sent my blog of yesterday to computer guru Chris Jackson. I shall make guru the word of…
My first day back in Canada began early, despite the fact that I got home very late as I was attempting to resolve the conflict with United Airlines by speaking at great length with a…
I was impressed with the high quality of Marin manners – children, adolescents, hospitality staff, adults, wait staff, bartenders, doctors, dentists and administrators of nitrous oxide All were polite and gracious. It is the antithesis…
CPI, when hearing of my antics in the USA, said: She: You obviously have a gift for organizing trips to go well. Me: Thank you for the compliment, I guess I do have a gift…
I leave Marvelous Marin today for Vancouver, after I get my teeth cleaned. So teeth cleaning, go to the airport, pass through security lines and fly back to Vancouver. This is not going to be…
My resolve to return to the USA grows with each passing day. A dear friend (a sort of relative) responded so beautifully when I told her of my decision. She: That’s quite a change –…
Well, already it is a rich and rewarding day and it is only 8:30. The day dawned, looking out the window I only see trees but I am not complaining. I am on the second…