Spindrift is the name of a local community newspaper in Victoria British Columbia that operated from December 1947 to December 1958. A short post was included in the January 1948 edition to explain to the readers how the paper got its name. Spindrift was to disseminate news and opinions much like a simmering spray of... Continue Reading →
As soon as my Hubby and I entered the cemetery, we felt its hush. It was as if a ghostly gatekeeper whispered, “Shhhh, there are people sleeping here,” and it all became still. The usual city noises disappeared, the winds died down and the only sounds were the rustling of the leaves beneath my feet.... Continue Reading →
Hanging on the wall is a row of medals – medals won during his golden ‘retirement’ years as a Master’s record breaking track and field competitor in national and international competitions. In his lap is an old folder full of weathered papers, each neatly folded protecting what was inside. He delicately unravels each piece of paper... Continue Reading →
This coming Wednesday is garbage day in our neighborhood – the day when the municipality carts away bags of worthless, useless and spoiled items no longer needed or wanted by the households. This got me thinking about the amount of garbage we pick up daily and store within us. I’m talking about our reactions to... Continue Reading →
What do you think is the most valuable commodity that we have or seek? Well, my cup of coffee seems pretty valuable to me first thing in the morning. But then there’s the money that allows me to buy the coffee and put food on the table, clothes on my back and a roof over... Continue Reading →
My mother-in-law nearly tripped over her walker in delight when she arrived at the dining room of the retirement home where she and Dad live. A special table was reserved in honor of her birthday and there waiting for her were family and some friends, gifts, flowers and champagne! One of my precious moments from... Continue Reading →
