Category Archives: music

Summer concerts – let’s go

Posted on June 11, 2025 by karenmeg

It’s June and not quite officially summer yet, but there’s nothing like music concerts in the summer. I got tickets for a concert at one of my favourite outdoor stages in Toronto, Budweiser Stage, for one of my favourite bands … Continue reading →

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Y – for Yaz – Alison Moyet and Yay!

Posted on May 10, 2025 by karenmeg

This past Monday I went to a live concert with my sister for the first time in over 40 years! Way overdue. Concerts are a big couple thing in this household. Especially 80s bands (if you’ve been reading this blog … Continue reading →

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X- Xanadu

Posted on May 4, 2025 by karenmeg

X is a tough letter. The first thing that comes to mind is Xanadu. I did a quick Google search and found that Xanadu is an actual place, a UNESCO site, with origins in China; “North of the Great Wall, … Continue reading →

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O is for Organized and Opportunities

Posted on April 22, 2025 by karenmeg

Oh it’s spring cleaning time! Or at least getting organized, right? With our recent renovation, we donated a ton of stuff and moved the rest either upstairs or downstairs to the basement. After we finished the reno almost 2 months … Continue reading →

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K – Knack

Posted on April 15, 2025 by karenmeg

The Knack came out with their blockbuster hit “My Sharona” the year I was in Grade 9. Apparently, it was a generation-defining musical moment. All I know is that every time I hear it, I have to get up and … 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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Cupid’s Girl – New Music

Posted on April 3, 2025 by karenmeg

C is for Cupid’s Girl My musical inspiration these days comes from the hip music that plays in the mall. You’re in H & M, you hear this interesting rhythm and voice and you go to your phone and say … Continue reading →

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Beginnings and musical memories

Posted on March 29, 2025 by karenmeg

Last month my daughter and I visited my son in his new home in Los Angeles. We stayed for 8 days, and saw firsthand how he is settling into his new life, with his life partner. There are enough stresses … Continue reading →

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Learning Dance Choreography at Any Age

Posted on January 21, 2025 by karenmeg

Ok, I’m gonna learn this choreo, baby. That’s my goal. I know, I know. I’m like 40 years older than the average person in this video and I have bad knees. I just wrote a scene about my love of … Continue reading →

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Musical post – Canadian Indie Bands

Posted on November 27, 2024 by karenmeg

I’ve been a huge fan of alternative rock music since the 80’s and there are a couple of Toronto radio stations (yes, I still listen to radio!) that I tune into when I’m driving. The original, 102.1 the Edge, was … Continue reading →

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