As we are leading into a Federal Election I want to encourage all eligible persons to exercise their privilege to vote. We talk of voting as a right. But when you look at the world as a whole, voting and living within a democratic society is such a privilege. There are so many out there… Continue reading Voice for …
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Crohn’s Journey Chapter 2
If you missed chapter one you can find it at https://jemsmind.com/crohns-journey-chapter-1/ The standard second vitals check and blood work was completed soon after arriving into the diagnostic bay. Then the waiting continued. At this point you could feel the empathy oozing from the nurses. As if they were feeling my pain. For there wasn’t much… Continue reading Crohn’s Journey Chapter 2
Crohn’s Journey Chapter 1
Crohn’s disease, what is it? It’s one of many medical ailments that appear in many people’s medical journeys. It is a disease that presents uniquely to each. On what triggers the disease, what age it appears and what combination of symptoms are experienced. “Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are diseases that inflame the lining of… Continue reading Crohn’s Journey Chapter 1
Banging chains in the dark…
I was first introduced to frisbee as a sport about five years ago. My husband introduced me to Ultimate Frisbee. Before that, I just thought it was something you would do at the beach with your family. Or on an afternoon in the park with a favourite fetch toy for a fur friend. I watched… Continue reading Banging chains in the dark…
Happy Anniversary
Today I take some time to reflect on a series of events that was filled with so much joy, love and community. With a focus on the words spoken. Where our dynamic was never just about two adults. Which is what made these days even more special… I have been on a roller coaster journey… Continue reading Happy Anniversary
Traditional to Millennial
In my 36 years of life, I have worked for trade, knowledge and of course dinero for 28 of those years. Possibly even more if you count collecting empties from the vacant lot to cash in a couple bucks to buy some 5 cent candies at the convenience store. Through my experience I have walked… Continue reading Traditional to Millennial
Limitless Potential
What does the Welding Industry have to offer? The plain and simple answer is, Opportunity. Trades are big business and expanding exponentially as technology develops and infrastructure deteriorates… Yet, when looking in things can seem very focused, technical and overwhelming. However, that can be an indicator of the potential versatility of said career. Similar to… Continue reading Limitless Potential
Celebrate 36
36 Years 432 Months1877 Weeks13140 days 315360 Hours 18 921 600 Minutes1 135 296 000 Seconds Out in this world. A daughter for 18 x 2 years.A child for 18 years. An adult for 18 years. A Mother in her 18th year. A high-school graduate for 18 years. So it appears, something about the years. It’s so clearA guardian is near.Whispering in my… Continue reading Celebrate 36
Champagne Birthday
Another trip around the Sun, being grateful for the light that came into my world the day Susannah Faith Morris arrived. My pregnancy wasn’t filled with anticipation or joy. There was some, but for the most part, my first pregnancy consisted of a large dose of denial and ignorance. As well as, a not so… Continue reading Champagne Birthday
Canada Day 2021
This past Canada Day was filled with many emotions. For us Canada Day is a day to bring family and friends closer together. A day to be grateful for all we have. A day to celebrate the birth of a baby born into our village. A day to recognize the past, present and future. A… Continue reading Canada Day 2021