Before my parents passed away, I was a family caregiver, from a distance. Mom and Dad lived half a country away, in southern Ontario. They lived apart, although in the same city. I would visit multiple times a year (as would my siblings, who also lived at a distance), usually a week or two at […]
Caring to live with others: A new cohousing community is forming in Victoria
October 4, 2010 by · Leave a Comment
Building community is hard work. So imagine you are living in a housing complex with 32 neighbours, people whom you care about, socially network, share resources, collaborate on decisions and tasks, practice sustainability, and just plain be in good relationship with. That’s what lies ahead for you if you become a member of the Fernwood […]
Religion, Spirituality and Social Media: An evening at Social Media Club Victoria
September 29, 2010 by · 4 Comments
What are the hardest (or most important?) subjects to talk about? Many would say religion, politics and sex. Well, last night at the Victoria’s Social Media Club, religion was talked about; openly, and with enthusiasm. The topic: Religion, Spirituality and Social Media. Leading the discussion were a three-person panel; Venerable Eshu Martin (Abbot) is the […]
