Category Archives: commentary

International Women’s Day

Posted on March 8, 2025 by karenmeg

I’m heading to the gym. To get my workout on. Need to stay strong, physically and mentally. It all starts from there. What are you doing to celebrate the day?

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Major Snowstorm on its way – O Canada

Posted on February 12, 2025 by karenmeg

We’re bracing for a major snowstorm. Most of Southern Canada will get walloped with up to 40 cm of snow. The snow is expected to start tonight and continue into early Thursday morning. I’ve been watching for weather alerts, watching … Continue reading →

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Heartbreak in Uni

Posted on February 12, 2025 by karenmeg

I belong to a Facebook group for parents of students at my daughter’s university. Although we had already gone through this post-high school stage with our son, we hadn’t been as involved. Being the firstborn and having so many different … Continue reading →

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Friday Round up

Posted on February 1, 2025 by karenmeg

This past week went by very quickly -and yet I feel like I’m stuck and not moving. Which is practically the case. Because of the reno’s, Hubs and I are limited to three rooms in our house- bedroom, kitchen and … Continue reading →

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What’s in a name – Daily Prompt

Posted on January 21, 2025 by karenmeg

Write about your first name: its meaning, significance, etymology, etc. Karen. I was named when it was one of the most popular names for girls. In every classroom there were at least two of us. Always spelled the OG way, … Continue reading →

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Creative writing step one

Posted on November 23, 2024 by karenmeg

I finished up my first ever creative writing course, and got my final grade report. Honours. Cool. This is the first Saturday in the last eight weeks that I haven’t been editing, re-reading, re-hashing a new five page scene for … Continue reading →

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National Fast Food Day

Posted on November 17, 2024 by karenmeg

Wow I can’t believe I missed it! What is your favourite fast food? At my age I try not to indulge too often, but I can’t say no to an Egg McMuffin from Mc Donalds – that and a medium … Continue reading →

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The Taylor Effect

Posted on November 14, 2024 by karenmeg

I don’t get it. But whatever she’s doing, she’s doing it right. She’s a brilliant marketer, good musician and a super entertainer. But the hype, global focus and massive number of fans – I still don’t get it. And I’m … Continue reading →

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It’s been a few days…

Posted on November 8, 2024 by karenmeg

Interrupting my regularly scheduled post to acknowledge November 5. I’m not American, I am a northern neighbour. I am disappointed, but not shocked. I captured my thoughts when he was voted in the first time. There will be ripple effects. … Continue reading →

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What I’m watching – Network TV

Posted on November 7, 2024 by karenmeg

I grew up in a time when there were 3 major US TV networks, and fewer in Canada. Remember the Battle of the Network Stars? That was a major event for me! With all the choices today from regular cable/ … Continue reading →

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