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The Mindful Bard – Rick Mercer, The Book

Book: Rick Mercer, The Book Publication date: 2007 Publisher: Doubleday Canada, Random House of Canada Limited ?Raven, who had concealed himself among them and heard the council’s plans . . . went to the old woman and told her that the girl wanted her to return the beak to him. Suspecting nothing, the old woman… Read more »

From Where I Sit – Regardless of Age

As another International Women’s Day (IWD) approaches I think about all the women I know. The impact they’ve had on my life has varied from huge to glancing. Each has served as a mentor or a role model, an example or a warning. Some, at times, all four. Some of these women are relatives, some… Read more »

The Mindful Bard – Steve Erickson, Zeroville

Book: Steve Erickson, Zeroville Publication date: 2007 Publisher: Europa Editions, New York, NY ?. . . what in motion pictures can change the world more than Astaire and Rogers dancing?? Steve Erickson, Zeroville In the beginning were the Movies. Then, in a mighty whirlwind, came a God who kills children because he hates innocence. Those… Read more »

From Where I Sit – A Simple Fix

On more than one occasion I’ve used this space to gush about the joy and benefits of reading. I’ve talked about the fact I read anytime and anyplace. I read for pleasure, for personal development, and for career advancement. I read magazines, books, and online content. I read billboards, product boxes, signs, license plates, stationary… Read more »