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  • What is a Reading Room?

    The Power of Reading Spaces A reading room is a designated space in a home or public area specifically designed for reading and quiet contemplation. It typically contains comfortable seating, good lighting, and shelves for… Read more

  • The Afternoon of Life: A Time for Reflection and Growth

    “Thoroughly unprepared, we take the step into the afternoon of life. Worse still, we take this step with the false presupposition that our truths and our ideals will serve us as hitherto. But we cannot… Read more

  • Celebrating International Women’s Day with The Famous Five

    “Never explain, never retract, never apologize. Just get the thing done and let them howl.” Nellie McClung In celebration of International Women’s Day 2024, l am remembering the contribution of Canada’s Famous Five. These remarkable… Read more

  • Frances Discusses Loneliness

    Why are we able to discuss solitude, but have concerns about mentioning loneliness? This was the question that my mother, Frances, and I discussed this week. My father passed over 12 years ago. Was my… Read more

  • T’was the Night Before Christmas

    Reading “T’was the Night Before Christmas” year after year, has been a tradition in our family for many years. Clement Clarke Moore’s most famous poem, “A Visit from St. Nicholas”, is also known as “T’was… Read more

  • Forgiveness

    Forgiveness is a word that breathes life and wellbeing, offering us respite and a sense of community.  We live in a complex world that is driven by evolving technology, global uncertainty, and diversity.  The way… Read more

  • Winged Victory

    A few months ago, when I entered the doors of the Louvre Museum in Paris, I felt a sense of historical import when I first viewed The Winged Victory of Samothrace, also known as Nike… Read more

  • Remembering

    Remembrance Day, observed on November 11th, holds a special place in the hearts of Canadians. It is a day of deep reflection and solemnity, dedicated to honoring and remembering the brave men and women who… Read more

  • Celebrating William Shakespeare’s First Folio

    ‘In celebration of this day with shows, Pageants, and sights of honour.’ William Shakespeare, Henry VIII, Act 4, scene 1. The 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare’s first folio, celebrated in 2023, is a significant event… Read more

  • A Meditation on a Journey Made

    A memory from March 2020! On March 18, 2020, British Columbia entered a province-wide state of emergency. The COVID-19 lockdowns created a sense of uncertainty for people all around the world. Looking back, I recall… Read more

Welcome to my Blog

I was given the title, Clanmother, September 2008, when I was travelling the Scottish Highlands with an audacious collection of young people who came from all over the world to join an expedition to the misty Isle of Skye. I was the oldest woman on the tour so the title was appropriate. What was more surprising was that I liked the label – it was catchy, spirited and encompassed the next stage in my life. It was my turn to grow old. I stood at Glencoe, breathing the chilled air, memorizing, for future recall, the rugged terrain covered with proverbial heather. There was certainty in my thoughts. This was going to be my most profound and daring adventure.

Let’s connect! We are on a grand adventure!

Rebecca

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