Author Archives: karenmeg

Remembering

Posted on November 12, 2016 by karenmeg

“Did my grandfather meet me, Mommy?” “No unfortunately, sweetie, I knew your grandpa when I first started dating Daddy, but he passed before we got married.” “Oh, that’s too bad, I was hoping I had met him.” I proceeded to … Continue reading →

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The morning coffee habit

Posted on November 11, 2016 by karenmeg

The day does not get started for me until I have my morning coffee. Coffee has been a bit of a running joke in this household.  When we were living with my parents while waiting for our house to close, … Continue reading →

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Mad world

Posted on November 10, 2016 by karenmeg

It was quite unbelievable watching the unexpected, almost shocking, results of the US election unfold last night.  It all goes to show, polls are just that – surveys, not the final real deal.  What people tell you directly to your … Continue reading →

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This charming man-boy

Posted on November 9, 2016 by karenmeg

My son has grown exponentially in the last few months, certainly physically, standing at almost six foot two, but also in his outlook and maturity to a certain extent.  We see glimpses of a mature young man, sprinkled with plenty … Continue reading →

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Note to self: you’re not 20 anymore

Posted on November 8, 2016 by karenmeg

It turns out that adding an additional physical activity such as  Thriller choreography for a flash mob, on top of regularly programmed workouts and Latin Ballroom lessons, can be hazardous to the health of a woman now officially in her … Continue reading →

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30 years and the ride continues

Posted on November 7, 2016 by karenmeg

I watched the MTV Euro awards tonight, and was surprised that I enjoyed it.  The last couple of years I haven’t thought much of the music awards shows.  Perhaps it’s that I don’t enjoy most of the music (and I … Continue reading →

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The Weekend 

Posted on November 6, 2016 by karenmeg

My favourite things about the weekend: 1.  I can drink.  Alcohol.  My husband and I recently decided that we are getting older and heavier and a lot may have to do with the amount of alcohol we had been consuming … Continue reading →

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Must see TV

Posted on November 5, 2016 by karenmeg

When I was a kid the highlight of my week would be the arrival of  Starweek magazine, the weekend insert of our local Toronto Star paper. I lived to catch up on entertainment news  and shows.  The fall preview issue … Continue reading →

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Best laid plans interrupted 

Posted on November 4, 2016 by karenmeg

Today’s post will be totally random.  I’ve got about 3 baskets full of clean laundry that need to be put away, a bunch of appointment to arrange, the kids lives to organize, and my own future to contemplate. With the … Continue reading →

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Happiness factor

Posted on November 3, 2016 by karenmeg

I took an online survey yesterday via Elle Canada which is looking at how ‘happy’ women are today.  Interestingly enough, I found it difficult to answer some of the questions with ease – my life is in a good place, … Continue reading →

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