My reflections continue with Chapter 2. I was struck by the idea that the value of our women is demonstrated by the profound impact of their absence. Women are the hearts of our communities and their gifts are crucial to community wellness. We who have lost loved ones carry their voices forward so that … Continue reading “MMIWG Report ~ Chap 2: Indigenous Recognition of Power & Place”
As I continue to read the MMIWG Inquiry Final Report, I am impressed with the thoughtful language and, at the risk of over-simplification, want to help find a way to share the ideas with non-Indigenous Canadians like myself who may have unwittingly contributed to the problem. The introduction spoke of genocide as the systemic … Continue reading “Reclaiming Power and Place ~ Chapter 1: Centering Relationships”
It has now been two weeks since the release of Reclaiming Power and Place, the final report of the MMIWG Inquiry. My first response was to be incredibly impressed with the thoughtfulness and thoroughness of 728 pages. Too much for one reading. Instead, I decided to reflect chapter by chapter. Even that will require at … Continue reading “Reclaiming Power and Space – Reflections on the MMIWG Final Report”
May 27 – 31, 2019 is Sexual Exploitation Week of Awareness in Edmonton. I checked to see if it was a national initiative and unfortunately, it appears not. Sexual exploitation is certainly an insidious concern. Vulnerable women and youth are targeted by traffickers in every country and society around the world to be sold in … Continue reading “Sexual Exploitation Week of Awareness”
Where has time gone the last few months? I had so many thoughts to share, then quickly moved on to new events and activities before taking enough time to compose them. More dedication is required for me to become the kind of reporter I hope to be. March 10: Edmonton Soroptimist Club presented their annual … Continue reading “May Musings 2019 – Memorials and Mother’s Day”
Some readers may have seen “Advent – the First 12 Days” posted on Dec 3, 2018. While I intended to add 12 more days later that month, life intervened. Lent is also a traditional time of preparation for new light so I will take this opportunity to share more reflections – and continue my alphabet. … Continue reading “Lent 2019 – Anticipation of Renewal”
February 14 is a universal celebration of love. Tomorrow will mark the 14th year I participate in a Memorial event to honor the many Missing and Murdered Women of Canada. The first March was held in Vancouver in 1991 and similar events have expanded across Canada over the years. The Memorial March for the Missing … Continue reading “February 14 ~ Celebrating A Father’s Love”
Dear readers, Welcome to 2019. The first month was a blur of activity and emotion. We had extra company with a family whose son received a heart transplant in December. Then my husband and I traveled to Manitoba to visit his sister in hospital. Dealing with serious health challenges in two provinces, even vicariously, was … Continue reading “Faytene TV and me”
Forty-four years ago, a tiny angel came to earth with broken wings. Undaunted, she learned to fly as best she knew, Fun-loving, impulsive, not fully aware, A challenge to all who knew her to protect and help keep her safe. Dear Cara, We failed you. We still don’t know how or when you died or … Continue reading “December 28 ~ Happy Birthday in Heaven”
As darkness continues to shorten our daytime hours, at least in the northern hemisphere, we also prepare to receive new Light and Life after the Winter Solstice. Reflections are offered for this time of transition. Day 1: Awareness hopefully leads to action. I continue Advocacy for the elimination of sexual exploitation, knowing there are many worthy causes. … Continue reading “Advent 2018 ~ The First Twelve Days”
