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How to handle downsizing—or not!

How to handle downsizing—or not!

Let’s talk about every baby boomer’s dream—or nightmare: downsizing. Statistics Canada predicts nearly one in four Canadians will over 65 by 2031. Think about it, people! That’s a scary number. And if you’re reading this, you may already be there! I always knew...

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Why I write

Why I write

What better way to get over writer’s block than writing about why I write? I never believed in writer’s block, and I’m not sure I do now, but I feel like there’s something annoyingly poking me in the shoulder and saying, “Start thinking about it,...

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The birth of a new book: Except for X

The birth of a new book: Except for X

I love the creative process! I never set out to write a book about seahorses, never mind one for children. I started sewing tiny replicas of these mesmerizing creatures to complement my stable of little fabric art decorations. I had hearts, stars, moons, and clouds. I...

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And so…

And so…

My lovely husband, Douglas McKercher, wished me well as I galloped off on my yearly week-long writing get-away. To show my appreciation for his constant support, and for putting up with sparkles and barn board, both of which he hates and I love, I wrote him this poem....

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Interested in equity co-ops?

Interested in equity co-ops?

  It’s done. The decision results from several stars and planets aligning but I blame the tipping point on two things. One: a recent essay in the Globe and Mail by Doug Tindal, “As my friends and I grow older, we’re setting our sights on communal living. And...

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Starting over. Again!

Starting over. Again!

I forgot how hard it is to start a new job. You know nothing about, well, pretty much anything, while everyone else whizzes and zings happily along. You feel totally inept (well, I do) and have to ask questions like, “How do I dial out of the office?” and “Uh, where’s...

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