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The power to make a decision (Quote)

The one lesson my dad tried to instill in ME was the power to make a decision. He didn’t care if it was right or wrong. Make the decision, work with it then decide next step from there. It’s not for everyone, but that is what he passed on to me.” – Steve Proctor via …

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The gift of time (Quote)

“Time is perhaps the most precious gift you can give yourself.” – Amanda Ricks

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Where is the inspiration when time stands still?

These are strange times, and to me, sometimes it feels as if time is standing still. Then when I least expect it, time suddenly takes back another month or year. And during these weird times, I find it difficult to stick to routines like blogging. But I am a blogger, among other things, so I …

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Sometimes you need to burn bridges (Quote)

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Silent Sunday

 

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Some businesses do things upside down

Samantha and I saw this funny sign one day on our way out. Title credit to Samantha’s Sam 😂 Yes, Samantha now has someone new in her life and his name is Sam. Cute eh?

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One minute you’re young and fun then…

One minute you’re young and fun. And the next you’re turning down the stereo in your car to see better. A #FridayFunny to celebrate the coming weekend.

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Advice to yourself (Quote)

“Maybe we should write words of encouragement to our older selves not our younger selves.” A little quote for #WednesdayWisdon.

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Silent Sunday in snowy Toronto

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An ocean reprieve

Getting away from being in lockdown or simply working from home is critical to our mental health. Even if the trip is a short one it can really refresh our outlook. And I think everyone is seeking a brain refresh these days. A friend of mine, Steve Proctor, recently took a quick trip to the …

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Silent Sunday Night Sky

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What a Wonderful World

One of my all-time favourite songs, What a Wonderful World by Louis Armstrong. This post is for #TuesdayTunes

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