I have to admit, I hesitated with this one as I knew the results would be true but also because it’s a little more involved and weirder than the rest. So very early this morning, after a night at work, instead of going immediately to bed I figured I’d try it. With the rest of […]
Gerard Collins Extraordanaire
Author, wise-man, genuinely true, motivator, friend and mentor, too. Hailing from Newfoundland a busy but accommodating man, Gerard Collins is someone you should meet. When you desire something you do everything in your power to make it happen. The awesome part of this is how powerful you and your intentions are. Somehow the universe sent […]
Everyone Just Wants to Experience Funny
Thinking a lot about being healthier this year? With the most depressing day of the year on the horizon (it’s known to be January 21st) it’s up to each of us to ensure we’re prepared to enjoy the day. The best way to do that is to laugh. We all have a different sense of […]
Do You Always Let your Kid Win? I Do
When playing a board game or sports with your children, do you always let them win or do you play by the rules? I always let my son win but it’s not what you think. My son, now 4, loves playing hockey and soccer in our kitchen. He’s always asking to play Sorry!, Skip-Bo, Uno […]
365 Reasons
A wonderful lady invited me to participate in a new challenge for 365 though a challenge may not be the right word. More like an inspiration every day for a year. It’s called 365Grateful. As mentioned on their site: 365 Grateful is a film about uncovering what happens when ordinary people unlock the remarkable powers […]
Parenting Without TV
Raising my son without television has been a struggle but it’s not what you think. When I found out I was pregnant I was confident I’d avoid tv with my child as long as I could. Even though our regular form of relaxation consisted of vegging in front of the screen, I had so many […]
Will Still Love What You Do Today in 30 Years?
At an event yesterday the host said she asked herself about 30 years ago if she would still love reading the same book she wrote to kids in 30 years. That question really had an effect on me. Not just as an author but as a person. Trying to live to be an inspiration to […]
And Now the Conclusion of Deadly Perspectives
It’s not over until the fat lady says so By Pierre C Arseneault “Oh, Lord I’m such a terrible person,” thought the older woman behind the cash register at Word-Nerds New and Used Bookstore. The feeling of joy and happiness was still washing over her when this thought went through her mind. “How can I […]
Deadly Perspectives… a Continuation
A Four part collaboration by Pierre C Arseneault, Sarah Butland and Angella Jacob. All rights reserved. Part 2. The Blonde and The Catcher in the Rye By Sarah Butland A man followed close behind, appearing to be focused only on the blonde in front of him. He was mumbling to himself, something about blame and […]
5 Ways to Get Your Boy to Read
Fact: 1 in 4 children can’t read! The other day a friend asked for suggestions on how to encourage her boy to read. Overall, girls read non-stop at the first chance they have but boys can be a little different. Focusing on sports, friends, and many other activities instead of wanting to sit down and […]