Tag Archives: life

L is for Laughter

Posted on April 17, 2025 by karenmeg

When is the last time you had a really good laugh. Have you ever laughed so hard, shaking, rolling on the floor to the point of tears, so hard that you can hardly breathe? I’ve been fortunate to share that … 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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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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H is for How to Survive a Bear Attack – a Book Review

Posted on April 11, 2025 by karenmeg

How to Survive a Bear Attack: A Memoir by Claire Cameron My rating: 4 of 5 stars Claire Cameron is a published Canadian author of a couple of best-selling novels. She also has cancer – a rare type of melanoma … Continue reading →

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G is for Gym

Posted on April 10, 2025 by karenmeg

Gym – I’m a gym rat. And I’ve been missing my regular workouts! I’ve been solo with Cody for almost a week. It’s come to the point now that we can’t leave him alone in the house for more than … Continue reading →

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F is for Fireplace

Posted on April 8, 2025 by karenmeg

We still need a mantel. But so happy with it! And a bonus F—what the F is with the snow today? It’s April 8, so no April Fools, please!!

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E is for Election

Posted on April 7, 2025 by karenmeg

We just had a provincial election We have a federal election coming up in a few weeks. This election is being impacted by events beyond our borders. It is a volatile time. With the trade war and threats of annexation, … Continue reading →

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D is for Diet

Posted on April 5, 2025 by karenmeg

I’ve been intermittent fasting (loosely) for the last number of years, primarily to keep my weight down. I’d ballooned to the heaviest I’ve ever been (except when pregnant) during Covid. I wasn’t going to the gym, I was drinking and … Continue reading →

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B- Brooke and a book review

Posted on April 3, 2025 by karenmeg

B is for Brooke. Brooke Shields is Not Allowed to Get Old – Thoughts on Aging Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old: Thoughts on Aging as a Woman by Brooke Shields My rating: 4 of 5 stars Someone … Continue reading →

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