Category Archives: Thoughts

Valentine’s Day: Not Always What You Expect…

Valentine’s Day:  I woke my little girl up with the question, “Who is your Valentine?”  Having prompted her days in advance that I might be her Valentine, I assumed that she would sweetly say “you are mommy!” Her response was … Continue reading

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The Power of the People: The Transformation of Egypt

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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Thoughts in a Waiting Room

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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What Children Teach…

Find the joy in each moment…. And create …..

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For the Love of Books

I find myself voracious for information recently.  I have always loved reading, but have never given myself the time to read.  To be honest, as a bibliophile(hi, my name is Gwen , and I have a  compulsion) I have so … Continue reading

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