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Homesteaders survived that first ghastly winter in shacks made of lumber, logs or even earth. Flora, the heroine in my new historical novel, was one of them.

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We recently spent two weeks in the beating heart of Mexico City, where thousands of people were once sacrificed to the Aztec gods and blood gushed down the streets very close to the location of our hotel. It was both gruesome and fascinating.

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Our New York Christmas in early December was a magical, seven-day experience filled with fun and surprises.

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Life on the Home Front in wartime wasn't just hard, it was crushing. While gathering on Remembrance Day to honour the men who fought for freedom, we tend to overlook the painful sacrifices made by the women and children left behind.

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My blog is ten years old, and in honour of the occasion I’m hosting a $100 gift card giveaway! One lucky subscriber will receive $100 (in Canadian dollars or the equivalent in your country) to spend at any independent bookstore. New subscribers must sign up before midnight November 11, 2023 to qualify.

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Glimmers is a new term, referring to those brief moments in your day that spark a sense of joy, but often pass by without notice. I'm making a conscious effort to recognize the glimmers that light up my life, beginning with the sunrise.

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Greetings from the fire zone in British Columbia, where we are now almost surrounded on three sides by out-of-control forest fires.

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I may be late to the party, but my covid story finally unfolded. Many of you have had your own experiences with covid – here is mine.

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People often have mixed feelings about this social media behemoth, but I’m still one of its biggest fans – and here are my top ten reasons to love Facebook.

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No matter how old you are, it's time to tell your own story, not only for your own children and grandchildren, but for the historians of the future. Here are some tips to help you get started – and if you have an elderly relative, I've included some advice about how to preserve their memories as well.

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