From across the country

Last night was a historic night. For the first time ever, on Google Hangout we had Jason, Susan, Philip and Amanda, Wendy and I PLUS my Mom all on a video chat! Philip the miracle worker had sent my Mom a smart phone for her to use….and got her hooked up to Google Hangout. Technology…

450 PAPE

Last night’s news featured a story about this address – one many a Salvationist would recognize as the site of our unwed mother’s home from many years ago. Described in the media as a mansion – well old mansion – it is indeed a huge property and one that saw dozens of young women reside…

A new start

In 2005 I started a blog – Hybrid Thoughts – on Blogger. It’s been 11 years of posting thoughts, photos, videos, and links. At times I’ve been serious and reflective, other times I have been a bit goofy….yes I admit this part of my personality.  Hybrid Thoughts began because we had moved to Calgary and…