The gifts we give ourselves
I celebrated my 62nd birthday a couple of days ago. Normally I would celebrate the occasion by purchasing something that
Now or never
Many years ago, when wandering through a now-closed gift shop in the Osborne Village neighbourhood of Winnipeg, I saw a
Done is much, much better than perfect
I’ve just finished reading the book Finish by Jon Acuff. It’s a light, friendly read devoted to the idea that
Sand lightly.
About 35 years ago, when I was a brand-new homeowner with big plans, one task that puzzled and infuriated me
Sometimes you really do have to say “Enough!”
I’m on vacation. Sort of. This is the stay-at-home variety, a week off work plus a holiday weekend tacked on
Active vs. passive leisure
One of the curiosities of the modern age is that technology has made it possible for us to be entertained
Stoics are very patient, you know.
When I was younger, I was considerably more anxious. I lay awake at night ruminating about the bills. A bad
