It is so important to talk about mental health! I saw on TV today that by the time people reach 40 years of age, one in every two adults will have experienced some form of mental health issue. Still we do not deal with it is an illness. I think that for generations we have … Continue reading Let’s Talk About Mental Health →

I finished a project I have been working on for several years..on and off. I decided to write my mother's story as I know it. I begin in her late teen years, her wartime then war bride experience, and focus on her life here in Canada. She passed away from cancer at the young age … Continue reading New Book-Only the Good… →

I wrote this years ago inspired by a real event in my classroom. Still bothers me to this day. Good morning, Allison. Good morning. My name is Mr. Davies. I’m the Superintendent of Schools. Do you know what that is? No.  That’s okay. Do you know why I’m talking to you today? No, sir. I … Continue reading Sammidges and Hockey Pencils →