Inspiration Point (work that responds to our weekly writing cue)

A Gift

What would you do if gifted an hour? Watch two episodes of your favourite soap or the first part of that Netflix series that everyone is talking...
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An Hour On the Porch

The afternoon of April 2 was warm and breezy. The sun was partially obscured by clouds. I joined Lynn on our front porch. Lynn was reading a...
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An Hour on the Moon on Earth

The awareness of death is indeed a significant aspect of human existence that sets us apart from other animals. This awareness not only shapes our...
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How far in an hour?

In an hour from now this car should have gone 30 miles if we carry on at the speed we are going, but, hey, how far will our world (and us on it) have...
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Another Word That Is Disappearing.

My kids have not heard the word. My young colleagues, they haven’t heard the word either. For 100% comfort, my favourite shoe brand is Pavers! I wore...
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An Easter Morning Hour

In the shadow of the Iron Curtain and amidst the chilling uncertainties of the Cold War, our childhoods unfolded against a backdrop of fear and...
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Young Advice from Lou

The great Lou Gossett passed away this week. I never knew Lou but I knew a man who did to whom Lou passed on some wonderful advice that I joyfully...
Cherry

Spitting image

The moment he steps onto the small stage. This is always a mixture of his deepest disgust. And his greatest desire. Those first seconds where...