Chanie Gorkin wrote a humourous yet illuminating poem about “the absolute worst day ever.” Perhaps you’re already familiar with it. I’ve had this copy in my files for a while, ready to share, and now seemed as good as any. I think it’s a fun reminder about how we perceive our lives. I hope you …
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Freweini Mebrahtu; helping Ethiopian girls overcome stigmas and get an education
In western countries, most girls and young women can’t imagine having to miss school or even dropping out because of their periods. However, as many as half the girls in rural parts of Ethiopia are absent from school for reasons related to their periods. And missing that much school can have a devastating effect on …
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Napping on a Sunday.
Snow sculpting – Photography
In celebration of the lovely snow we had to day in Toronto I’m publishing an updated post that I originally shared on AmandaRicks.Com, before it was my business site. These photographs so beautifully show, what I call, Snow Sculpting. “Snow Sculpting”, is my new term for the way that mother nature sends flurries …
Sitting with the past
Sometimes you have to sit with the past a bit before you’re ready for that next step. – Amanda Ricks
Love Lexi ( Silent Sunday )
Lexi, taken by me, January 2019.
We really need to fix our definition of different!
In the group that I co-facilitate, the topic of being different or more accurately being considered different and our definition of different came up for discussion. The conversation that resulted was intense, insightful, and troubling all at the same time. I was left with a lot to consider but, most of all, a strong realization …
Outrage and Algorithms = The Cancel Culture
It’s become impossible to avoid outrage on the internet, or more specifically, what’s called The Cancel Culture. For the uninitiated, here’s a quick primer on the phenomenon: An individual or an organization says, supports or promotes something that other people find offensive. They swarm, piling on the criticism via social media channels. Then that person …
Your Real Strength – Quote
Real strength is not just a condition of one’s muscle, but a tenderness in one’s spirit.
Jobs by IQ
IQ is a fascinating subject and one that is perhaps tested more than it should be for people’s own good. Specifically, jobs listed by average IQ is apparently a popular question for a lot of people. ln 2015 I wrote an article on IQs with an extensive list of jobs by IQ. That post …
Leela Hazzah: The Lion Guardian
A fascinating profile of Leela Hazzah and her Organization “Lion Guardians.” This organization mentors the Maasai of Africa to become guardians of Lions instead of hunting them in order to protect the lion population. The overall lion population is growing due to their efforts. Hazzah has won an award from CNN. By Amanda Ricks
Quote it! From Surprising Lives
I love quotes. I read them, share them, and write a lot of them too. So, for the sake of ease, I’m creating this “quote it” post that I will add to and update whenever the mood strikes! Thanks for dropping by, I hope you enjoy them. Let’s start with a few quotes by well-known …