Disclaimer: The following is meant as an explanation, my personal truth, not an invitation to debate or argument. I respect each person's right to his or her own opinion on this topic. Though a spiritual person, and very interested in a variety of religions, I am not religious; nor do I attend a church of … Continue reading The Taboo Topic-Religion
Love Me, Love My Dog
Who would have thought my second career would be dogsitting? Actually, anyone that knows me, knows how much I love canine critters. I always have. Dogsitting is not even a job..it's more like an indulgence of the heart. Our family got a little mongrel dog, part beagle, when I was two years old. It soon … Continue reading Love Me, Love My Dog
An Ode to a Pigeon
An Ode to a Pigeon by M.L. There once was a pigeon who flew At a window and stuck there like glue The temp was so cold To that wall he did hold Pigeon prayed for a timely rescue Then someone way up heard his plea An angel named Oximitny Being thoughtful and nice The … Continue reading An Ode to a Pigeon
Metis Boy
Set apart. By choice? No smile No voice Arms folded across your chest Trying your best To show your pride To always hide the hurt you know To only show your strength and will I wonder, are you still Set apart. This poem was inspired by a young man, Clint, whom I taught more than … Continue reading Metis Boy
Back in Gem
A Halloween prank turns bad! Setting 1962
Including Me
Some think, including me in the past, that the city is a lonely place. I want to share a few of my experiences since I've been living in Mill Woods. Besides the great friends I have met in the condo, I have met so many people in our neighborhood. Yes, some people are lonely, but … Continue reading Including Me
Amusing Memories of Mom
As Mothers Day approaches, I thought I'd share a few anecdotes. People that knew my mom know these often told stories, but for others you might get a chuckle. On road trips Mom would hoard candies in her purse. We all knew they were there and we knew they were hers. But occasionally, when in … Continue reading Amusing Memories of Mom
Green Jeans
“The coat of many colors that my mother gave to me made only from rags, but I wore it so proudly.” Dolly Parton Well, I'm no Dolly Parton. 80% of my wardrobe as a kid was clothes my mother made for me, and the other 20% consisted of clothes my mother made for my sister, … Continue reading Green Jeans
FFS! Really?
Like many middle graders, I was bullied (hate that word) but I kept trying to be part of the ‘in’ group. Mr. Friesen, my high school teacher/principal, gave me some sage advice. He said,”Mary-Lee, you have a great sense of humor-you make others laugh. You just need to learn to laugh at yourself.” I learned … Continue reading FFS! Really?
Me…an Author?!
The (Not So) True Story of the Ralston School Herman is a fictional story written for a target age of 9-12. It is based on the legend of a ghost living in the basement tunnels of Ralston School. I've dedicated this first novel to all students and staff of Ralston School, AB =past and present.
Mondays with Mary-Lee 