Author Archives: brushedwithmystery

The Power of the People: The Transformation of Egypt

Posted on February 14, 2011 by brushedwithmystery

As a person who loves history, I find myself watching what is happening in Egypt with the knowledge that the anti-government protesters are making history. Many  would identify Egypt as the location of the pyramids and the ancient centre of … Continue reading →

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How I Spent the Better Part of My Day…

Posted on February 14, 2011 by brushedwithmystery

18 cards for Morgan’s school friends…3 cards for both school and daycare teachers…. I could have simply given the store bought variety,  but they seem so artificial and cold….I hope her classmates like them.  xo

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Preparing for Valentine’s Day…

Posted on February 12, 2011 by brushedwithmystery
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Thoughts in a Waiting Room

Posted on February 12, 2011 by brushedwithmystery

Hour three: there is a restrained silence, as though we were students in an exam.  A large window covers one wall.  Friends and family can watch the clouds go by, the day to pass. Time evaporates in a surgery waiting … Continue reading →

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A Cable from the Front February 1, 1917

Posted on February 9, 2011 by brushedwithmystery

Great Gran’s Journal Feb 2, 1917 I was a very happy person when I went into town Wednesday 31st.  I had just received a letter from Guy(her son).  That was great joy of itself and in Guy’s letter were these … Continue reading →

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