Monthly Archives: June 2022

Some days, the feeling of really knowing oneself. Despite years of failed connections and inner restlessness. And, all the while, changing as we go. Love perhaps proving to be the most elusive state/experience. The best moments: reciprocally being in someone … Continue reading →

Hugh, my longest and earliest friend. We started in grade 1 in 1955, later going to the same high school and university. We lived on the same street. We are still friends today and have exchanged visits. We continue to … Continue reading →

Dedicated to Brian Kells, my gr. 11 English teacher at Silver Heights Collegiate, 1965-66, who passed 6 days ago at 86. I kept in touch with him from 2007-2022 via phone. He was my role-model and influence for becoming a … Continue reading →

headline today: Russian journalist sells Nobel Peace Prize for $103.5M to support Ukrainian children Putting others/the many before one’s self/ego.

Ever since 9/11, plane travel has changed. But one can die, as likely of a wasp bite–especially if it affects breathing– in one’s backyard. One just never knows how one will pass, and there are numerous ways that most people … Continue reading →

KFC has started using the term “keels” in lieu of “breasts”, thereby confuting a lot of customers who haven’t a clue what a keel is! Most likely someone nutso hypersensitive somewhere was ‘offended’ about KFC’s ‘sexist menu’ or having to … Continue reading →

“It’s not easy being a Legend, but retirement for 20 years helps.”                                                  -RD

Naivete on wheels. The possibilities on a neighborhood bike ride changed somewhat after 9/11. Given how many terrorists within Canada have mowed down pedestrians and others, one can’t necessarily guarantee that one will return from what was generally a pretty … Continue reading →

So much for the robot advantage in vehicles.There were 400 crashes involving self-driving vehicles in the States last year.ps/I still have no plans to let a car drive me.

“We were all young and starting out once.”