The Grinch in Elora – It may have been a tough year, but the Grinch will not steal Christmas…
Christmas spirit
It took two weeks to decorate our Christmas tree. Two weeks. The beautiful lush fir tree stood straight and firm in the corner of the living room in its sand pail, patiently waiting for its holiday dressing, but I couldn’t do it.
Hey Santa
Santa, I am writing to you because I know this year I won’t be allowed to see you in person to…
Size medium
One of the best things to come of this mucked up merry season is that it has really brought forth the luxury of staying home for the holidays, of shopping local and being grateful for where I live.
Merrily married
Even the strongest marriages will be tested when it comes time to put up the Christmas tree. I know…
Spin out
I cannot speak for my husband, the Carpenter, but I suspect there are times when being married to…
Elora Legion held a Remembrance Day service on Nov. 11
Showing respect – After the Remembrance Day service at the Elora cenotaph ended on Nov. 11,…
Noggin
I’ve recently been reminded in my marriage that while opposites attract, sometimes we’re not…
Small towns
I recently had a short visit with my 18 year-old son who is living on his own in what is…
We Remember: Communities in Wellington County honour veterans
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Several townships across Wellington County are honouring their…
Leaves
I woke up last Friday morning to the news that Anita Stewart, a community champion and someone I…
Boo
Halloween is upon us. This makes me ridiculously happy. Like most grown-ups, I love this tradition…
Steaming
I love my dog, Scout, even when I don’t particularly like her. I am confident she feels the same…
Knit
The pandemic has brought into focus something that has been missing from my life: I don’t have a…
Wellington County Museum is a spooky site
Arachnid greeter – Good thing the Wellington County Museum and Archives in Aboyne has more…