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A few more days of holidays

Posted on July 27, 2026 by StorygalJuly 27, 2026

  On these last days I took fewer photos; it just happened that way. I focused more on being with my friends which was important. Thursday, we picked up Pastor Annette Smith and went out for lunch. Pastor Annette had … Continue reading →

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Feeling the Nova Scotia Vibes

Posted on July 14, 2026 by StorygalJuly 15, 2026

On the first morning in Bridgewater, I walked in the neighbourhood. Many homes there have lovely painted front doors, which feels like a welcome. Some are elegant, others are more simple, but pretty nonetheless. And some simply elegant homes as … Continue reading →

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Contrasts

Posted on March 19, 2026 by StorygalMarch 19, 2026

  On Palm Sunday, we celebrate Jesus by waving palm branches, as the people did in Jesus’ time. Not long before the tide turned and he was arrested. 12 The next day the great crowd that had come to the festival … Continue reading →

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Well-worn as your favourite shoes?

Posted on September 22, 2025 by StorygalSeptember 22, 2025

I searched for inspiration for my piece this month and found this 2021 post titled Love Your Bible Enough to Wear it Out by Rose McCormick Brandon. “Everyone has them – a pair of scruffy shoes that should be thrown … Continue reading →

Posted in books, Faith | Tagged NIV, NRSV, The Message, Today's English Version

New in my website bookstore

Posted on April 3, 2025 by StorygalApril 3, 2025

  My newest poetry collection is now in my website bookstore. Selected Poems shows the seasons of nature and of life through free verse, while also acknowledging memory and wonder. We all need wonder. Here’s a sample from poem “Poet … Continue reading →

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Author Afternoons– starting soon!

Posted on June 15, 2024 by StorygalJune 15, 2024

  Beginning next Saturday, Author Afternoons in Waterloo at the Waterloo Visitor Centre, 10 Father David Bauer Drive, Waterloo. Just down from the Recreation Centre. I have it here in both jpg and pdf.  Click on the poster or the … Continue reading →

Posted in books | Tagged Presentations for writers, Waterloo ON, Waterloo Visitors Centre

A 40th celebration for WordsWorth Books of Waterloo

Posted on May 22, 2024 by StorygalJune 11, 2024

    May was a month of celebration for WordsWorth Books in Waterloo,  having reached a milestone of 40 years in business. And May 11th they celebrated in the store with many faithful patrons.  Also in attendance were past owners, … Continue reading →

Posted in books, photography | Tagged King Street, Waterloo, WordsWorth Books

Planting Season

Posted on April 24, 2024 by StorygalApril 24, 2024

  May, the month when even more life springs from the ground. Plants at rest in the winter are refreshed and ready to provide beauty and shade. Late April my tulip and narcissus bulbs sent up stalks and leaves and … Continue reading →

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Reading on Radio

Posted on February 15, 2024 by StorygalFebruary 15, 2024

Several weeks ago, I represented KW Writers Alliance on CKMS FM radio 102.7 for a program some creative person initiated. The program is called Reader’s Delight. It’s aired every fourth Sunday afternoon  from 1-2 p.m.   Since I responded early, … Continue reading →

Posted in books, photography, Storytelling | Tagged CKMS FM 102.7, Jody Swannell

Interview with Marcia Laycock- Author of Merrigold’s Very Best Home

Posted on April 21, 2023 by StorygalApril 21, 2023

Intrigued by a new children’s book by an author I had read before, I asked author Marcia Laycock for an interview which she gladly accepted. We set a date and had a great interview.   Carolyn Wilker: Hello Marcia, Thank … Continue reading →

Posted in books | Tagged Marcia Laycock

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