Reiterating my fears in my own voice is a habit of comfort. I tell them to myself to avoid giving effort to any challenge. These are my excuses and protections against failure. If I don’t try, I can’t fail. This feels like an undigested lump in my stomach. I feel the anxiety rising up between … Continue reading Why I share my fears with myself as if they are truth.
Midweek Poems – The Apple Tree
School time in early autumn the playground is full but the out of bounds fields are more tempting. The field is more tempting and filled with burrs, but the apple tree proves irresistible We race to be kings on the age old tree by claiming the highest branches Power is kept with an arsenal of … Continue reading Midweek Poems – The Apple Tree
These Are The People In My Neighbourhood – R.I.P. Gord Downie
The news broke across the airwaves earlier this week that a beloved Canadian has passed away: "Gord Downie, frontman of The Tragically Hip has succumbed to his battle with brain cancer". I heard our country gasp in the short pause that followed. Despite the knowledge of his battle with cancer being revealed well over a … Continue reading These Are The People In My Neighbourhood – R.I.P. Gord Downie
Another Reason For Me To Be Grateful!
FOLLOW YOUR PASSIONS TO SUCCESS!!! This just in from ViewBug: MarioMJPerron, Good job! Your photo is in the top 20% most voted! Your photo placed ahead of 386,721 submissions. Spring Morning Fog by Mario MJ Perron Following my passions is sometimes more rewarding than I ever imagined. To be honest, I have fantasized of great … Continue reading Another Reason For Me To Be Grateful!
Midweek Poems – The Lay of Copernicus Wiffledown
Copernicus Wiffledown was well admired. For it seemed this well to do gent had a generous nature that never expired. Some even called him the Christmas day Scrooge, for his delight in giving was so lovingly huge... by M. Perron (Originally started July 3, 1990... remains incomplete... so far.) Notes: This was one of those … Continue reading Midweek Poems – The Lay of Copernicus Wiffledown
Fun Fotos For Friday – Exploring Age
Trees fascinate me! The complexity of detail in each one makes me believe they are as unique one from another as snowflakes are to each other. The roots reach deep into my imagination and pull our stories of mythical creatures and urban legends. The bark and blemishes talk to me of ages and experience. I'd … Continue reading Fun Fotos For Friday – Exploring Age
Life of a Smoke
I’m lying in the dark for what seems like forever. I know I exist, because I feel movement and solid mater surrounds me on all sides. Suddenly a light shines on me, I’m grabbed large soft things squeeze me too hard. In a single movement I’m transported between a pair of soft, warm surfaces that … Continue reading Life of a Smoke
Fun Fotos For Fridays – Celebrating Montreal at 375
I was invited to witness an amazing tribute to our fair city and it rekindles my love for it. The show is called Montreal Avudo. If you can get tickets, you must see it. It is spectacular! The show incorporated laser projection, water fountains, shipping containers, and gorgeous music together to tell the story of Montreal … Continue reading Fun Fotos For Fridays – Celebrating Montreal at 375
These Are The People In My Neighbourhood – Introducing The Great Russian Ballet
Recently, my dear friend, Paul L., introduced me to a cultural phenomenon of outstanding beauty and eloquence. He introduced me to The Great Russian Ballet! I am so very grateful for this gift that I have to share it with YOU! I’ve been a fan of ballet since I first saw a professional group in … Continue reading These Are The People In My Neighbourhood – Introducing The Great Russian Ballet
These Are The People In My Neighbourhood – Introducing Maria Astadjov
Allow me to introduce an upcoming star of the Montreal art scene, Maria Astadjov. I met Maria at a friend's party where we were surrounded by writers, artists and art lovers. Maria struck up a conversation with my wife Sawsan and they became fast friends before she was introduced to me as the artist. … Continue reading These Are The People In My Neighbourhood – Introducing Maria Astadjov
The New Renaissance Mindset 