Keeping in Touch
We all know the importance of keeping family and friends close. The value of a strong, supportive social network. How staying in touch with loved ones contributes to mental and physical health. But sometimes, keeping in touch can …
This Was My Brother
Terrence Malcolm Burpee 1953, Age 6 This Was My Brother by Mona Gould This was my brother At Dieppe Quietly a hero Who gave his life Like a gift, Withholding nothing, His youth…his love… His enjoyment of being alive… His …
On Winning the Birth Lottery
When Hubby and I were travelling in Peru recently we learned an important life lesson. That, albeit undeserved, we had won the birth lottery.
Family Dynamics… Fictional or Otherwise
I come from a big family. Well, big enough. A brother, two sisters, and a step-brother, with whom I grew up. And a half brother with whom I didn’t. Three sets of grandparents. Lots of uncles and aunts. And cousins. …