HappYness is…

Happiness is like a butterfly. The more you chase it, the more it will elude you. But if you turn your attention to other things, it will come and sit softly on your shoulder. Thoreau Nothing you will read here is new. And most certainly it is something that you may have heard or read … More HappYness is…

The backpack syndrome

My son began school this month. Junior Kindergarten; his first layover in a long and exciting  journey in Canada’s school system. I couldn’t help but think about my school days. I don’t have much recollection before second grade, except for the fact that I loved going to school! I loved stationary and prepping my backpack. … More The backpack syndrome

Beneath the Burden

Donkeys have it easy. Often referred to as mistreated poor creatures with the burden of the world on their backs. Physical load that is. I doubt any donkey has a hard time falling asleep at night because its evil boss kicked him in the butt that morning. Quite unlike us over-burdened fools. The tiresome weight … More Beneath the Burden