The Lost Art of Quiet

Hello friends, Do you remember when you were younger, and silence felt awkward? If there was a lull in conversation, you felt the need to fill it. If the house was too quiet, you turned on the radio. One of the great gifts of seniority is learning to be friends with the silence. Mid-January offers … Read more

The Magic of a Good Pair of Socks

Happy Wednesday, It is easy to look for happiness in big events—the vacation to Florida, the lottery win, the grand family reunion. But life is mostly made up of Tuesday afternoons and Wednesday mornings. If we only wait for the “big stuff,” we spend a lot of time waiting. We’ve been thinking a lot about … Read more

Winter Wellness Series Part 3

Immune Health During Cold & Flu Season Hi there! Welcome back to Canadian Senior Moment. This week we’ve explored beating SAD and staying active indoors. Today, we’re wrapping up with something on everyone’s mind during Canadian winters: how to avoid getting sick—or recover faster if you do. Because let’s be honest: colds and flu hit … Read more

Winter Wellness Series Part 2

Staying Active Indoors (Exercises, Activities) Hi there! Welcome back to Canadian Senior Moment. Yesterday we talked about beating Seasonal Affective Disorder. Today, we’re addressing another winter challenge: staying physically active when it’s too cold, icy, or dark to safely go outside. Because here’s the reality: winter in Canada can keep you housebound for weeks at … Read more

Winter Wellness Series PART 1

Beating Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Hi there! Welcome back to Canadian Senior Moment. December in Canada means short days, long nights, and for many of us—an unexplained heaviness that settles in around November and doesn’t lift until spring. You’re not imagining it, and you’re not weak. It’s Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and it’s very real. … Read more