April is volunteer appreciation month. Many seniors volunteer. These statements from volunteers highlight the personal and social benefits of volunteering, as well as the positive impact it has on both volunteers and the recipients of their support. I work with two senior organizations in my community; I am President of one and Chair of the […]
Let’s celebrate the vibrant health and resilience of our communities! While it’s true that the memories of diseases like measles have faded over the past few generations, it’s essential to recognize the importance of vaccinations in preserving our well-being. Measles, a once-common threat, has largely disappeared from our collective consciousness, thanks to the success of […]
In the intricate dance of love, challenges unfold, As we strive to bridge the vast expanse, a story to be told. The great difficulty, a formidable quest, To traverse the abyss, where consciousness rests. Bridging the gap between two souls’ domains, Understanding echoes, breaking through the chains. Mapping the inner landscape, a journey profound, […]
In the poetry of life, the dance unfolds, A burning violin, a tale to be told. Dance me to your beauty, an enchanting embrace, In the rhythm of kindness, a harmonious grace. Through the panic of life, let kindness guide, A dance that soothes, like a tranquil tide. Gather me safely in your compassionate […]
In the comedy of life, kindness takes the stage, A thread so soft, it’s like a comedic sage. Intertwining with actions in a comical dance, Creating patterns, a laughter-filled trance. It’s gentle like a joke whispered in the ear, Yet remarkably resilient, spreading cheer. A tapestry of humour, woven with grace, Kindness adds layers, […]
In the symphony of life, a catalogue of ‘afters’ unfolds, A melody of moments, precious and untold. Navigating the score, with choices to make, Wisdom realized, not to let moments forsake. The coffee grows cold, a subtle metaphor, For time slipping away, knocking on the door. Priorities dance, a shifting ballet, In the rhythm […]
The tapestry of life is such that moments and memories are intertwined in the same way threads are woven. Weavers, we give ourselves a role in the story of our lives. Every thread represents our choices, who we really are, and how much we have been able to leave out on the canvase of life. […]
In the mosaic of olden days, reflections unfold, The rearview mirror of memories, a tale to be told. Highs and lows painted on the canvas of time, A masterpiece of life, an intricate rhyme. Laughter and tears, like brushstrokes so bold, In the gallery of recollections, stories are scrolled. People, once vivid, in my […]
A song by Al Stewart called Time Passages was playing in the background and these thoughts leapt to my mind. Enjoy. In the tapestry of time, I sit and reflect, From the barely started day to the evening’s sweet sunset. Mondays to Fridays, a seamless blend, Years passing swiftly, like a transient wind. Forty, […]
The great and powerful Wizard of Oz, led by pronouncement and staying behind a curtain. It is best to remember, leadership isn’t about pulling levers from behind the curtain. It’s about stepping out, engaging, and inspiring. The thought emphasizes that effective leadership goes beyond simply manipulating things from behind the scenes; it involves active engagement, […]
