Category Archives: Writing
Languishing
Apparently that’s the term for what so many of us have been experiencing over the last 16 months of the COVID-19 pandemic. Foggy brain, lack of concentration, forgetfulness, lethargy. In a New York Times article, Adam Grant, an organizational psychologist at Wharton, the author of “Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don’t Know” …
Happy New Year!
Where did 2015 go! I can’t believe another year has flown by. With the administrative responsibilities in my life I didn’t get much time for creative expression, but some wonderful volunteers have stepped forward to take over a couple of jobs from me so now I’m gearing up for a productive year ahead with more words …
Busy Summers in Muskoka!
Summer in Muskoka is always a busy time, trying to take advantage of the wonderful weather and so many special events. Visit Muskoka Tourism at this link to discover all there is to do in our beautiful area. Here’s what I’m up to the next few weeks! Still lots of planning and work to be done for …
An Unexpected Blessing – Celebrating Mother’s Day
In 2012 I wrote the following for a special event celebrating Mothers. My mother-in-law, Muriel Nichols, is now 92 and still as vibrant and beautiful as ever. Today I share this writing again to honour her, the memory of my own mother, Beatrice Amelia (Livie) Donabie, and all the wonderful women in my life …
NorthWords Literary Festival Comes to the Heart of Muskoka
NORTHWORDS LITERARY FESTIVAL COMES TO THE HEART OF MUSKOKA There’s great news for lovers of the written word. On the weekend of October 3-5, the NorthWords Literary Festival will take place in the Bracebridge, Ontario. Now in its fourth year, the festival is a celebration of Canadian literature, designed to promote a love of reading …
Last Evening of Public Summer Readings in Muskoka!
COTTAGE COUNTRY WRITERS Present Tall Pine Tales A series of public readings by talented writers from Haliburton and Muskoka comes to an end on Monday, August 18, 7 pm Bracebridge Public Library 94 Manitoba Street, Bracebridge Admission by donation – refreshments served & there are door prizes! You will be entertained by …
Canadian Authors Association Opens Chapter in Muskoka – Author Terry Fallis guest at premier meeting
Canadian Authors Association opens chapter in Muskoka Author Terry Fallis guest at premier meeting July 23 TERRY FALLIS (Submitted photo) On Wednesday July 23, at 6:30 pm, writers of all genres and levels and lovers of the written word are invited to The Canadian Authors Association Muskoka premier meeting in the upstairs of Riverwalk Restaurant, …
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