Thai people who interact with tourists use the expression "Same Same but Different" to describe many situations, including how an Australian and a Canadian compare (or any other Western people).Lately I've been thinking about my girls twinness. We have spoken many times of nurturing their … [Read more...]
Pair of Aces – Detective Agency – Introduction
I'd never been under surveillance before. Not to my knowledge. It's quite a shock to find out that the privacy you thought you had was an illusion. You have no idea how long it has been going on for; at least if the people "surveilling" you are any good. And the pair of … [Read more...]
Here’s to the Crazy Ones
This video inspired this post."Here's to the crazy ones. The misfits. The rebels. The troublemakers. The round pegs in the square holes.The ones who see things differently. They're not fond of rules. And they have no respect for the status quo. You can quote them, disagree with them, glorify or … [Read more...]
We’re Moving! Hallelujah!
We're finally moving. I'm over the moon in so many ways. And, a little sad too.We've rented our house out starting July 1st. Now I'm looking for a place in the towns close to my work.Reasons I'm thrilled about the move.No more commute. I know it's not that long by Toronto … [Read more...]
I’d Like to Teach the World to Sing…
...in perfect harmony.I've generally been an optimist. With a positive view of humanity. In spite of all the horrors of wars, genocide, greed, power seeking, and self-serving events in our long and tortured history. In university, I had what I call my "crisis of faith". I … [Read more...]
And I Miss Her…
Six years ago, my sister, Madeleine, died. That seems so surreal. She was 31. Her kids were three & one. She died of cancer, metastatic epithelial cancer, likely cervical. She was diagnosed on February 6th, 2003, our mother's birthday. And she died on … [Read more...]
Twinversations – Hula Dancing
It's been a tough few weeks here but the girls can always make me smile or laugh.Just before I shot this clip, Fiona asked me to help her put on her tea towel Hula skirt so she could do a Hula Dance. Sophie soon followed.I have no ideas where they learned about Hula (probably the Backyardigans … [Read more...]
Twinversations
Fiona: Saturday is the bestest day ever.Sophie: Yeah, we get to help Mommy with the chores.Fiona: I'm washing the sink. Mommy: Why is Saturday the best day ever?Sophie: Because, we get to help you with the chores, that's why it's the bestest day ever!Fiona is … [Read more...]
Twinendipity & Science
I've been thinking about writing a post about twins for a few weeks, after all that's what Multiple Musings are supposed to be about. I've been off on a "me" track for awhile. Today I had two serendipitous signs that it is time for this post.I received an email from Gail, former Chair … [Read more...]
These are a Few of my Favourite Things…
...in no particular order.Curling up with a good book in front of the fire.Nordic skiing with John through the forest on a crystal clear winter's day.Listening to Sophie & Fiona play & sing together (sooo cute, must video more for another post).Enjoying a delicious meal, cooked by someone … [Read more...]