Monthly Archives: January 2007
Facing fears
Randall posted a quote from Henri Nouwen on Joy. Actually it is more about our choices in life that let us choose joy over bitterness and how those choices shape our lives. Not unlike choosing to live through the bitter … Continue reading
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I think there was a weekend off in there somewhere
Back to work today after a weekend that didn’t hold much rest. Friday night I was up way too late talking to Rachelle. We haven’t talked like that for ages. I stayed overnight with her and Asen. Another thing I … Continue reading
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Pass the Calcium Please
Tonight I grabbed some fast food and headed out on the road down to Saskatoo. Tomorrow I attend a Continuing Ed course of Treatment of the Frail Elderly in the Private Office. A timely subject, since my generation is getting up … Continue reading
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Feeling a little slow
Tonight I went to orchestra practice. I suck. There are some days when I wonder what on earth I thought when I joined this group. Tonight was one of them. Actually tonight I feel like I suck and besides my … Continue reading
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Exams
“Mom, pray for me,” These are the words of a somewhat anxious grade 12 student beginning her exams today. French and Christian Ethics. She studies hard and I am fairly sure she will do well. Jitters. We all have the … Continue reading
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Quick trip to Saskatoon then all that Jazz
Sometimes I enjoy driving. I did today, just me in the car, listening to my music, thinking, enjoying the brightness of the sun on the drifts. I decided to take a quick trip to Saskatoon to take care of some … Continue reading
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Pictures as promised
I am sort of prejudiced but I thought Sara was the absolutely most gorgeous girl in the show. This was one of the dresses she wore. It was stunning and likely very expensive. I’m glad she has already bought her … Continue reading
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Eyewitness
I don’t think I have ever seen an accident in progress. Tonight it happened. I was driving up to Carlton High School to watch my “model” daughter model grad dresses – an evening organized by the school and some businesses. … Continue reading
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Snow Removal
One nice thing about blogging – it gives one a place to rant about pet peeves. So here goes. Our streets seem to be littered with bright orange snow removal signs. This morning I almost ran overone that was lying … Continue reading
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Psalm 86:11
“Teach me your way, O Lord, and I will walk in your truth; knit my heart to you that I may fear your name.” As I read this in the morning, I was reminded of both the intimate closeness and … Continue reading
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