Yes, I've been schooled on how to successfully do Black Friday when you're 96. Mom's phone request was simple. Could we go to her favorite mall on Friday? She only had two more Christmas presents to buy. My daughter's response was slightly less positive than mine. "Mom! … [Read more...] about How To Successfully Do Black Friday When You’re 96
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Why I’m Grateful For Fishing
The reason why I'm grateful for fishing is probably going to surprise you. In Just TypiKel fashion, it net me one of my dearest friends. Without it, we'd probably be just mere acquaintances. As this is her birthday week and Canada's postal workers are participating in … [Read more...] about Why I’m Grateful For Fishing
What To Watch Out For When Working The Elections
Welcome to a little guide about what to watch out for when working the elections. Wait. What? No, not those elections. The province of British Columbia municipal elections. It was my first time and naturally I experienced a few Just TypiKel moments. If you're new here, a … [Read more...] about What To Watch Out For When Working The Elections
Why You Should Never Toss That Expired Voucher
Why you should never toss that expired voucher. Two words. Consult Francine. Yes, just last week our 95 year-old taught us an important lesson on why you should never toss that expired voucher. But first, a brief pause for background. My sister hosted an extended family … [Read more...] about Why You Should Never Toss That Expired Voucher
“Can You Hear Me Now?”
Of late, everyone had been asking her "Can you hear me now?" But. Guess who's sporting new hearing aids. Our dear Francine had reached the point where she couldn't follow conversations between more than one person. God help her if she was in a room with high … [Read more...] about “Can You Hear Me Now?”