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  • Today is special…

    Originally published February 4, 2015 However, not just because it’s World Cancer Day, and I am so thankful to still be alive. I’m still alive because of the outstanding doctors and staff at the BC Cancer Agency.  No, that’s not why today is special. Last December, I had the first…

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  • Found:  A Hope Chest Mom Saved For Me

    Found: A Hope Chest Mom Saved For Me

    Originally published November 25, 2021 It has been a wild and wet two weeks – here on the Left Coast. I have never seen a…

  • An Update From The Oldest Teenager In Canada

    An Update From The Oldest Teenager In Canada

    Originally published February 6, 2026 I chose the funny title because I wanted to let you know it wouldn’t be a depressing story. I have…

  • Here’s Why I Now Hug Trees

    Here’s Why I Now Hug Trees

    Originally published August 31, 2015 Here’s why I now hug trees and what I learned from other tree huggers who convinced me it happens when…

  • When It’s Time To Wave Goodbye

    When It’s Time To Wave Goodbye

    Dear Readers, I met with Dr. Donald Anderson, my ENT surgeon, yesterday afternoon, and it wasn’t good news. I have terminal cancer, and there is…

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