Welcome Home
Leaving home can be the most exciting thing you do, or the most painful. Often it’s both at once! The thing I always forget about leaving home—or being forced to… Read More »Welcome Home
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The Obstacles in Your Way
In Arabian Nights there’s a story about a farmer. His plow catches on something in the dirt. Despite much struggle he can’t dislodge it. He finally stops, digs in the… Read More »The Obstacles in Your Way
Uprooted 🌱 She Blossoms
Last week in When Your Plans Fall Apart I shared what happened when my Al Capone tour through the Tunnels of Moose Jaw was delayed. The most significant part (besides… Read More »Uprooted 🌱 She Blossoms
The Cost of Following Your Dreams
Yesterday someone asked me a simple question that made me say something I’ve never admitted out loud. “I’m especially interested in the spots you stay overnight while travelling across Canada,”… Read More »The Cost of Following Your Dreams
Are You Spinning Your Wheels?
Seven ways to overcome “analysis paralysis” and make a decision you’ll never regret.
When Your Sister Cuts You Out of Her Life
I finally understand what Dr Seuss meant when he said: “Don’t cry because it’s over. Smile because it happened.” First, thought, I had to cry. I spent four days with… Read More »When Your Sister Cuts You Out of Her Life
One Thing You Can Count On
Just a quick note—the library is closing soon and I’m running behind because I’ve spent tons of time doing something I “knew” wasn’t my thing. I thought I wouldn’t enjoy… Read More »One Thing You Can Count On
Life After Infertility: It Gets Easier
In When the Road Gets Rocky, I described the difficulties of my cross-Canada trip. The good news is that I took my own advice. My head cold is almost gone… Read More »Life After Infertility: It Gets Easier