Category: Non Fiction

The Whispering of the Trees – Creative Non-Fiction

I entered this in the CBC Non Fiction Prize. While I didn’t place in the long list, that’s all good as I can now share it with all of you. * The world had fallen around me. The dark forest had sprung up around… Continue Reading “The Whispering of the Trees – Creative Non-Fiction”

Little Yellow Magnet – Available Now!

I’m thrilled to announce that Little Yellow Magnet is AVAILABLE NOW! Isn’t that amazing? Here’s a bit about the book: Life can change in an instant. Jamieson learns this the hard way. Waking one morning to find he has little-to-no motor control, Jamieson only… Continue Reading “Little Yellow Magnet – Available Now!”

Back in the Closet – The Sex Ed Curriculum in Ontario

Recently, under new progressive conservative leadership, the province of Ontario has reverted back to a sexual education program that has not been taught since the 1980’s. I normally don’t get involved in stuff like this, but if we don’t use our voice, we lose… Continue Reading “Back in the Closet – The Sex Ed Curriculum in Ontario”

My Story – On Learning to Sparkle

I recently watched Nanette by the incredibly talented Hannah Gadsby. Since viewing the program, I’ve been moved to share my story. Nanette was comedic, yes, but it was also gut wrenchingly honest. I know this isn’t the kind of thing I typically share on… Continue Reading “My Story – On Learning to Sparkle”

The Gift Within the Darkness by Brian D. Calhoun

There are all kinds of death. A job could end suddenly, a friendship could drift apart or perhaps a marriage falters. There is also the ending of a life; death happens all around us and all throughout our lives. How do you cope with… Continue Reading “The Gift Within the Darkness by Brian D. Calhoun”