A Raccoon Tale
In mid January we realized that a Mama raccoon had taken up residency in our attic. We were making arrangements to humanely remove her...
Good Food, Good Friends
Good food and good friends go together like bacon and eggs or fish and chips. Speaking of fish and chips, I enjoyed a friend's company...
Damp and Cold
In Canada we so look forward to spring. Then it comes and we become cold and damp every time it rains. Yet it feels better than the...
Small Indulgences
Expense accounts... It is rare these days, with four children and the many expenses that come with them, that I have any extra money left...
Country Moon
Norma Walton and her youngest son admire a bright country moon in Mount Albert.
Here Comes the Sun
Norma Walton celebrates the longer days, the sunshine streaming down from the heavens and the coming spring.
Hello Snow!
Toronto has received 10 cm of snow today and another 5 cm is expected before night fall. My children have been in their glory having...
Warm vs. Cold Productivity
Women typically run a bit colder than men. Hence women typically like the office temperature a bit higher than men. Offices that are at...
The Big Dipper
On Monday night I had the pleasure of a walk to the grocery store on a clear starry night before the kids came home from hockey. The...
Winter Thaw
There are numerous inspirational quotes about the cold weather that envision sweaters, hot chocolate, books, sitting by the fireplace,...
