I first learned about the metric system in 1978. I was in second grade and Jimmy Carter was President. We knew that he had something to do with why we were learning about centimeters. For years, centimeters were just the other side of the ruler, a side seldom used. Although I swam the 100 meterContinue reading “The Metric System”
Author Archives: Clarisa
Conspiracy Theory
…the belief of conspiracy theories sadly, does not satisfy the reason people are drawn to the belief in the first place.
Winter
Winter in Saskatchewan…it’s something. Actually, it’s a lot of things. It’s long. It’s cold. It’s dark. It’s icey. There’s a lot to deal with. This is maybe my eighth winter up here. I finally have just about everything I need: good socks (Darn Tough), a 4X4 with Winter tires (essential, for me), appropriate winter coatsContinue reading “Winter”
Between
My priest this last Sunday used a great metaphor for faith: that space between the trapeze when a flyer goes from one to the other. It’s a terrifying space where you’ve let go of one thing and will grab another. A lot can happen in that space. I find myself in that space right now.Continue reading “Between”
This Is Therapy
In lieu of talking it out with a therapist, or going to group therapy, this is where I work it all out. Sometimes it’s just sharing, sometimes it’s ranting, and sometimes it’s wishful thinking. For those of you who read this blog, thank you. It helps to know I’m not just talking out there toContinue reading “This Is Therapy”
Money and Insecurity
I’ve come to a conclusion: An excess of money makes people insecure. I have no real facts to back up this affirmation. It’s merely conjecture based on actions of the wealthy, attention seekers and known oligarchs. “Everything has to be perfect.” “I’m not easily satisfied.” These are phrases I’ve heard on reality shows that celebrateContinue reading “Money and Insecurity”
Festivus 2022
It’s Festivus, and as per my tradition, there will be the annual airing of the grievinces. It’s been an interesting year, with many changes. Let’s see how long this list goes… Becoming a Canadian Resident That was a hellava process. After getting my residency, my truck had to become Canadian, another process. I had toContinue reading “Festivus 2022”
Restaurant Again
It’s been a hot minute since I’ve worked in an actual restaurant. The last one was Wishbone in Petaluma, a great little farm to table spot. Although the boat was more of a hotel setting, we still did a restaurant style service. Of course, there, the menu changed daily. But now, I’m back in theContinue reading “Restaurant Again”
Alfredo Meets A Girl
My father was born in San Antonio, Texas. He was sixth of seven children, and the youngest male in his family. He had four older sisters, one brother who was the eldest, and a baby sister. I always knew him to be called Al, short for Alfredo, but his family called him Freddy. Alredo’s brother,Continue reading “Alfredo Meets A Girl”
Lucky
Sometimes, I forget about all the things I have to be thankful for. I have a home, a partner, opportunities, and comfort. I have so much more than so many people. I’ve worked hard, and I’ve struggled, but no more than most people struggle. The things I have suffered do not grant me the richesContinue reading “Lucky”
Beyond Clarity 