About verawrites
Progress not perfection - that's my goal. Live and learn - that's my motto. I like to share bits of wisdom and glimmers of insight gleaned on my life journey of 50+ years.
My hope is to encourage, perhaps inspire, fellow journeyers. Each of us has something to share. Let's be generous, gracious and compassionate with one another. I am blessed to be a blessing... so are you!
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The other day, I was working at my desk, periodically checking my gmail for any important (read, distracting from work) emails. Just after lunch, I saw a notice from the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) about a service issue. Some problem … Continue reading →
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May is a busy month in my family – three birthdays (formerly six), one anniversary, Mother’s Day, the first long weekend of the summer (Victoria Day) and Memorial Day long weekend for my American family and friends. May is the … Continue reading →
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Every year, in late November, I have an important tradition: I watch “The Sound of Music”. It was the first movie I saw in a theatre and I went with my grandmother. Her birthday was November 28th. For some reason, … Continue reading →
Why is it that I always seem to be looking back, with regret, wishing I had done something differently. At the same time, I walk step by step through the day, every day, because that’s life. Then, something will set … Continue reading →
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I love fruit. Living in a big city as I do, there are few fruits that cannot be purchased somewhere in the city year round. But I prefer to eat seasonally. The other day, I went out to buy my … Continue reading →
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An elderly member of our church family passed away yesterday. A month ago, a 90+ year old member died. They are with Jesus now. Seeing loved ones who predeceased them. I’m happy for them. For the rest of us? Family … Continue reading →
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My tote bag broke a couple of months ago and I was thrilled to find a great replacement (on Amazon). The new bag is lightweight with sturdy short handles, several pockets and a telescopic handle. It has served me well … Continue reading →
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Thanksgiving In Paul’s first letter to the church in Thessalonica he urged them to “ Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.” Those of us … Continue reading →
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Moving is stressful. Anyone who has done it knows that. Our recent office move was particularly stressful for two reasons: we were going from more space per person to less, and we were blending three offices, with diverse cultures, into … Continue reading →
How do you measure ‘quality of life’? Nothing to do with euthanasia, simply curiosity about how you and I, the ‘average person’, determine the quality of own life. What criteria do we apply to gauge whether we are happy with … Continue reading →
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