Being That Lone Voice

Part of our privilege to be living in a country like Canada is that we have the opportunity to exercise our ability to speak up, even if we’re not believed or what we say isn’t appreciated or accepted.  Even if we’re the one lone voice.

Sweet Humility

In this current age of consumerism, the rise of affluence and every day showcasing, discussions about simple virtues have a magnetic appeal. 

12 Years of Mundane and Boring?

My reasons for publishing online haven’t changed over the years. I have the same passions that focus on supporting families and individuals in society; social justice issues; community building; and, in particular, topics that affect the disenfranchised and those in need.

Making Home Schooling and Preschool Plans

When my twins were almost 3, they were at an age when there was a mass exodus from Strong Start into preschool programmes. But at the time, I realized that my preschool plans for them amounted to home schooling. I asked myself if I was making the right decision.

Working to End Pediatric AIDS Since 1988

Since 1988,  the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation has been the leading  nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a future of hope for children and families worldwide by eradicating pediatric AIDS; providing care and treatment for people with HIV/AIDS; and, accelerating the discovery of new treatments for other serious and life-threatening pediatric illnesses.

Remembering Kieslowski

You make films to give people something, to transport them somewhere else, and it doesn’t matter if you transport them to a world of intuition or a world of intellect.”  Krzysztof Kie?lowski