This past week for whatever reason was vibrating more on the negative side of the sin wave. The lows of emotions are physically, mentally and emotionally exhausting. Feeling the fluctuations of the energy of the day influences turmoil. In this particular instance I believe the cold snap directly affected some of these emotions. The warm… Continue reading Bembels are Forever…
Teen Parent to Parent of a Teen.
Some days are so frustrating being the parent of a teen. Just being a parent in general. All different ages and stages have their frustrations. Including being a youth. Really the statement should be some days are just so f****** frustrating. For anyone. When I was a teen I definitely made my parents frustrated. I… Continue reading Teen Parent to Parent of a Teen.
Birthday Light.
A few weeks ago I was inspired to pick up my paint brush and embellish an art piece that I created years ago. This piece was created as a demo during a welding workshop to promote trades for young women. It is a beautiful wall or fence hanging, approximately 6”x6” in size. The inspiration came… Continue reading Birthday Light.
Computing “Social” Media Connections.
Growing up in the 90’s, my view of the computer and social media was full of growing pains and skepticism. Our journey together has fluctuated over the years. Influences, guiding as well as blocking potential. Fond memories and frustrations coming together to grow an understanding of what opportunity such a powerful tool can have. When… Continue reading Computing “Social” Media Connections.
Bump… Boss… Baby…
On International Women’s Day 2021 I attended the Skills Ontario online conference. Where some amazing stories of pregnancy in the trades and how colleagues responded was highlighted. I felt inspired and started reminiscing about my own story. I am a Mother of three and have had the pleasure of telling a boss that I was expecting… Continue reading Bump… Boss… Baby…
Leader
I came across this quote “Your role as a leader is to bring out the best in others, even when they know more than you” [1] and it inspired the following. I’ve had the pleasure of delivering welding classes to many industrial maintenance and motive power mechanic groups. Often leading, classes of 18 to 24… Continue reading Leader
Lake, Horizon, Sky, Clarity
With the beautiful spring weather now, I find myself reminiscing about spending time on a lake with a dear friend. Where deep feelings of connection to nature can be found. In these moments allowing NO exterior distractions invade the mind. Being present in that exact moment. Through our connection, thoughts of how we find similar comfort in keeping an… Continue reading Lake, Horizon, Sky, Clarity
Misconstrued – Trades
Why is welding or trades in general misconstrued as something that is less worthy of intelligence? Or at least that’s the feeling I get when talking to a person who is naïve to the opportunities and process. Or sometimes, someone who takes for granted the connection between the so-called top of the ladder to the… Continue reading Misconstrued – Trades
Launch Day
In the spirit of international women’s day, I am stepping forward into the light towards my potential. Women making changes, adapting on the fly, being remarkable human beings, I applaud and celebrate you. Together we are making a difference in this world. The smallest impact is worth recognition. So If you have not heard lately,… Continue reading Launch Day
The words of my beautiful daughter, Susannah Faith Morris. BLM…
I wrote these poems from the heart, because growing up a child of colour wasn’t easy and anyone who I’ve known will stand by that statement. There is bullying and the supervisors like the people at school who are supposed to trust and take care of you never did to me, they were never the… Continue reading The words of my beautiful daughter, Susannah Faith Morris. BLM…