In the 80s, teenagers in Ontario could write a test to obtain a driver’s license at age 16. Called a “365” this license allowed you to drive with a licensed driver in the car with you. For the next 365 … Continue reading
Teenage Suicide I used to think I had a split personality. One personality was my “outside self” that I showed the world. An over-achiever, A-student, always smiling. The other personality was my “inside self.” I kept this to myself. Anxious, … Continue reading
Photo by lilartsy on Unsplash I could’ve saved years of torment had I not given in to temptation At the young age of 12, I smoked my first cigarette. I shared the stolen smoke with my girlfriend, her brother, and my brother in … Continue reading
It boils down to trusting the driver A few years ago, my hubby and I traded in my snowmobile and his snowmobile for a new more comfortable touring sled that has a 2-up seat. A 2-up seat allows for two … Continue reading
Photo by Naassom Azevedo on Unsplash Is there a difference between the two? The first Bible verse I ever committed to memory was my life verse, Philippians 4:6–7 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with … Continue reading
Photo by Isaac Quesada on Unsplash And learned a hard lesson instead In 1985, I joined Junior Achievement (JA) with my friend, Monica. JA was a program to help youth learn about running a business. Fifteen students met weekly in a small building … Continue reading
Photo by Tim Mossholder on Unsplash I miss the days of decreed Sunday closures We traveled six hours north to arrive in Quebec for a four-night snowmobile vacation. Our friends followed close behind and booked the same hotel with a room adjacent to … Continue reading
Photo by Kelly Sikkema on Unsplash Who are you putting your trust in? At the end of a long day of snowmobiling, I looked forward to getting back to the hotel for a hot shower and a cold drink. In the distance, I … Continue reading
Church is not meant to be a spectator sport I drove my own snowmobile for over 20 years but recently gave up my sled in favour of riding on the back of my hubby’s. Riding on the back of a … Continue reading
Photo by Nate Johnston on Unsplash Jesus could return today I proclaim this past snowmobile season as the best yet. I can make such a bold statement because, as a passenger, I was able to sit back (literally) and enjoy the ride. I … Continue reading