By Stephanie Sewell In “normal” times, in my work as an independent education consultant, I support families who are at the intersection of schooling and homeschooling. I have lived both in my own life – I am a former school teacher, long-time homeschooling parent whose kids now go to school. And, of course, I am currently, like all of you,… View Post
By Anne Brodie The 70’s Golden Age of Film Let’s get into the Wayback Machine to sample iconoclastic films of the decade that changed everything. Politics, society, and art were evolving at a rapid rate and young pioneering filmmakers enjoyed support from an awakening, wealthy Hollywood and created an unparalleled body of work. Here’s a wee primer. Terrence Malick’s early… View Post
By Anne Brodie Binge-watch Alfred Hitchcock’s masterful films to raise your game. Known as the horror meister due to the publicity campaign around Psycho, his work is so much more than that. Over fifty years, Hitchcock created gems in diverse genres, comedy, thrillers, romance, and character studies, in unexpected and interesting milieus. Certainly, suspense is a common factor, but he… View Post
Caring for an aging or ill loved one? Feeling stressed, isolated or uncertain in how to provide the best care? You are not alone. As Canada’s population ages, more than 8.1 million family and friend caregivers have become an essential member of their loved one’s healthcare team. With current efforts underway to “flatten the curve” of the COVID-19 infection rate,… View Post
By Anne Brodie Don’t expect anything that remotely resembles today’s political correctness, instead suck it up and give in to the Technicolor glories of the musicals of Hollywood’s Golden Age. These include but are not limited to the eye-popping Singin’ in the Rain, Wizard of Oz, Show Boat, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Annie Get Your Gun, Meet Me in… View Post
By Anne Brodie We’re stuck at home, but with a little creativity, we can maintain good spirits and equilibrium. Watching shows and films is obviously the opiate of the people in the best of times. Now it’s crucial. Be sure to get outside for socially distant walks, bake, read and clean and commune with friends and family by whatever means… View Post