time and shaggy dogs and pretty flowers

Yesterday was a busy day: Faculty meeting at 10 followed by lunch with some colleagues followed by some work in my office followed by shopping and alterations errands followed by Pilates class all topped off…

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thoughtful Christmas giving

One of my favourite aspects of this Christmas was noting what thoughtful giftgivers I’ve raised. I’m not saying this is necessarily my doing, nor am I pleased because I’m getting good stuff (although I hope…

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trying to stay happy in a blizzard!

When my oldest daughter was small, about five I think, I made up a monthly calendar that we kept on the fridge; each day, she’d record the weather on it with a simple drawing. Since…

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I’m It! Another Meme about Me

Mardel at SewDistractedtagged me with this meme several weeks ago, even before I got back from holiday. I’m enjoying reading these at numerous blogs lately, and I thought it might be fun to join in.…

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From Paris to Haiku

Because I’m detouring briefly away from Paris talk today, I’ll offer you a conciliatory Paris photo. Here, Pater stands in front of a clever example of street art in the La Bièvre section, in the…

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