Category Archives: daily prompt

Sunday – writing

Posted on November 16, 2025 by karenmeg

Been a busy week, getting back into a routine of doing new things! So today will be a catch-up day for my reading and writing assignments. Including for this blog. Welcome to any new readers who have stopped by via … Continue reading →

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Friday Five

Posted on November 7, 2025 by karenmeg

I need a prompt today – let’s look at five kitchen essentials: 1. My new Coffee Bean Burr Grinder – it is indeed the best gadget EVER! I can’t believe I didn’t get one until I grew up into my … Continue reading →

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Three Things Thursday -Podcasts

Posted on November 6, 2025 by karenmeg

So many podcasts, so little time. Here are three that I keep on rotation: I am so Canadian in this regard. Our national broadcaster, CBC, has the best programming both on Television and radio, and online. Q features the most … Continue reading →

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A Truce that is Not Peace – a Book Review

Posted on November 4, 2025 by karenmeg

A Truce That Is Not Peace by Miriam Toews My rating: 4 of 5 stars I’d read two of Canadian writer Miriam Toews’ books – the most famous one, Women Talking (upon which an award winning movie was made ) … Continue reading →

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Five things I love about Fall

Posted on November 3, 2025 by karenmeg

2. Comfortable walking weather – saw this cute kitty out just enjoying the soft sounds of the brooke in the trails in our neighbourhood. 3. Halloween – I mentioned in the post yesterday, we don’t get a lot of kids … Continue reading →

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R is for Regret; S is for Serendipity; T for Tulips

Posted on April 30, 2025 by karenmeg

Today’s there’s a three-fer (three for one) in my A to Z blogging challenge. R – Regret of the day – I did not manage to complete the A-Z challenge on time within the month of April. I think I … Continue reading →

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J is for Joy

Posted on April 14, 2025 by karenmeg

What are 5 everyday things that bring you happiness? 1/ My first cup of coffee 2/ The Good morning text from my mother 3/ Journalling – whether by blogging or in the various journals I’ve tried to keep up with … Continue reading →

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I is for INXS

Posted on April 12, 2025 by karenmeg

Here’s a blast to the 80s – look at all that hair, the hats, listen to that saxophone! I love this early INXS song – I was in grade 12 when it came out. Then the band exploded. I’m sad … 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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Thirsty Thursday

Posted on November 29, 2024 by karenmeg

I saw this on a list of blog post inspiration, and realized that today I went a little beyond my usual coffee – water – coffee repertoire! I admit, I love my coffee. First coffee of the day was Balzac’s … Continue reading →

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