Originally Published: May 1st, 2025 2026 As I approach the 7th decade of my life, I am realizing the significant importance of connection to my life and my marriage. To be more willing to let go, to trust the process. To be present, connected to my life, not lost in a monkey-mind of whirlwind thoughts….
Ad Dawhah, Qatar – Traditional Guards
November 17th, 2017 – Doha, Qatar – Souq Waqif – Traditional Guards Taking a Break While Patrolling the Souq
Embracing Impermanence: A Life Lesson From Myrtle Reed
Originally Posted – April 30th, 2025 2026 As the 7th decade of my life approaches, I think a lot about the Universe’s Natural Law of Impermanence. Everything changes. Therefore, this is my life now. I need to be where my feet are, not wrapped up in my head – wasting precious time and energy on…
Wadi Rum, Jordan – Bedouin Smile
June, 5th, 2019 – Wadi Rum, Jordan – Bedouin Hosts of Barrah Siq – Lawrence of Arabia Memorial Camp
The Importance Of Summer Break For Public Education Staff
My favourite holiday is Summer Break. While I love everything about Christmas, working as support staff in Nova Scotia’s public education system has me counting down to summer break. I do enjoy my job, and it demands peak mental, emotional, spiritual and physical performance to professionally navigate both students and staff. Performance means I need…
Mirissa, Sri Lanka – Happiness
September 15th, 2016 – Mirissa, Sri Lanka – Sri Lankan Boy
Nova Scotia – Scenic Road Trip, Eagles, Sisters & Delicious Food
View From the Top – Cobequid Mountains I had a road trip to New Glasgow and Antigonish, Nova Scotia. During this cross province drive, I had a spectacular view while driving through Cobequid Mountains. Five Eagles As I drove the old, back highways while approaching a small field, I spied what appeared to be a…
Camping In Al Zubara, Qatar
The last time we were camping was in Qatar. Living in Al Rayyan, we traveled to Al Zubara, located along the north-western coast, and settled in. Like most of Qatar’s beach-lined coast – it was littered with garbage and the remains of exotic sea life such as a sea turtle. A local drove by with…