What resolutions did you make this year? I have the usual weight loss, try and overcome my lack of confidence and be less critical. We are not sure what this year will bring but I will try and roll with the punches. I look forward to seeing my son and daughter-in-law from France and I …
All my friends and family! All the best in 2020!
The Year of 2020
It has been a difficult year for all of us and especially at Christmas when we can’t be with our family and loved ones. I found this great Linus cartoon and it has given me great insight into this year. Merry Christmas to all of you I am looking forward to 2021.
Managing my life!
Well I thought Halloween went better than I expected. The kids were so excited and all of the Covid protocols were followed by everyone who left candy for the kids. Now what? We are heading into colder weather and wondering how we will survive the pandemic and cold weather. Here are some suggestions that I …
My Top Ten Survivor Kit for Covid-19!
Take a course online. I signed up for the Yale course “The Science of Well-Being on the Coursera website through the Edmonton Public Library. Baking. I have made pretzels, cheese bread, sourdough bread and buns. I had never used a sourdough starter before and I enjoyed using it. Get physical. I have made a commitment …
Chateau de Brissac
We ventured to the small town of Brissac Quince’ to visit the castle. The château was originally built as a castle by the Counts of Anjou in the 11th century. It is owned by the Duke of de Brissac. The family lives on the second floor but were able to tour the rest of the castle. The castle and …
Juno Beach
Connor and I travelled to Juno Beach and what an experience! The Juno Beach information centre is Canada’s Second World War museum and cultural centre located in Normandy, France. The Centre pays homage to the 45,000 Canadians who lost their lives during the War, of which 5,500 were killed during the Battle of Normandy and …
Day 2 Paris!
After my arrival on Friday I was exhausted so I was really happy that I had booked Musee D’Orsay and the Hop on Hop off bus. The hotel I was staying at was right across from a train station St. George’s and it was only a few stops from the museum. One thing I would …
Paris!
What an interesting city. It is full of history, famous artists and beautiful architecture! I arrived on Friday and took the train to Gare de Nord. Met my first scam artist, a gypsy who pointed at the stops and said I was on the right train, handed me a note and demanded money. I was …