A Man on a Mission

There’s two types of people in the world. Those who talk about problems. And, those who are prepared to solve them. People in the first group may hold elaborate meetings to discuss solutions to the problems. It’s true that with brain-storming, great solutions can be found. But, people in the second group are prepared to…

Thousand Word Thursdays #66

Is it summer yet? Oh, how I wish! This sunflower field was discovered near Grand Bend, Ontario on a hot summer day! © Rita Jacques 2018.

ADHD- Attention Deficit Housework Disorder…and Life Goals

Soooo…. we’re twenty-one days into 2018…how are your New Year’s resolutions going? Uh-huh…me, too😊 Experts say it takes twenty-one days to form a habit. Well, I say you’ve got all year to work on your New Year’s resolutions. That’s the beauty of it! I planned on increasing the frequency of my swimming. My plan backfired…

Thousand Word Thursdays #65

Rural area outside Chatham. I pulled over to snap the pic, then walked a bit for a better angle. By the time I returned to my car, two vehicles had pulled over to see if I was alright. They offered to give me a lift if I needed one. Nice folk! © Rita Jacques 2017.

How to Excel at Sales!

A man in his thirties burst into the small local smart phone repair shop where my friend and I and another female customer waited. He was dressed in a suit and his hat was reminiscent of the type my Dad would’ve worn. Like a fedora, I think you call it. But, his hat was much…

Thousand Word Thursdays #64

Jack Frost on my window panes last week. Four photos! It’s warm today but I know Jack will pop by again this week-end.     © Rita Jacques 2017 Windsor, Ontario.    

Winter Driving Tips

I credit nursing for giving me confidence with winter driving. You see, when you know you must show up for work, regardless of horrible icy or snowy road conditions, you just do it. And, then when your shift ends, you know you’re going home. Even if the snow plows haven’t made it out yet. That’s…

Thousand Word Thursdays #63

Two pics of my favourite barn in the countryside between Windsor and Chatham. © Rita Jacques 2017.