Category Archives: Current Events

The Paris Olympics Excuse

Posted on July 29, 2024 by Anne McTavish

After worldwide condemnation for the Dionysus-inspired revelry of the Opening Ceremony in July 2024 for the Paris Olympics, Anne Deschamps, a spokesperson for the Paris Olympics, gave an excuse for the Opening Ceremony. Although tendered as an apology, her statement … Continue reading →

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It’s Canada Day

Posted on July 1, 2023 by Anne McTavish

On Canada Day, we have parades, gatherings, fireworks, and endless self-congratulatory speeches by politicians of all stripes and importance. All covered on television (and now the internet) so we can watch it all comfortably from our couches. After all, we’re … Continue reading →

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Happy Canada Day!

Posted on July 1, 2022 by Anne McTavish

July 1st. A great day in history — not just for us Canadians, but for everyone. Because Canada is a nation that was born through peaceful means, not war. In contrast to our neighbours to the south, Canada did not … Continue reading →

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This May Be Hard to Read – Part 2

Posted on February 2, 2021 by Anne McTavish

In Part 1, I said I needed to hear an apology from those who now say they want unity* before I could accept they do want unity, not conformity. I also said I will only be able to hear their … Continue reading →

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This May Be Hard to Read – Part 1

Posted on January 20, 2021 by Anne McTavish

If you’ve ever been an abused partner, you’ll recognize what I’m talking about. If not, please listen with an open heart. If you’ve been the abuser, please listen. It’s time for unity. We all need to become ‘We, the people’ … Continue reading →

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Poly Vague – Huh?

Posted on January 2, 2021 by Anne McTavish

Polyvagal. As in Polyvagal Theory. A ground-breaking theory that has many practical applications. First published in 1994 by Dr. Stephen Porges, the Polyvagal Theory has major implications for how people feel safe, for social behaviour, and for emotional regulation. (1) (2) … Continue reading →

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