A Fast Trip to Quebec

We are glad Irene, the hurricane is gone. We left our area to avoid any problems. We had a quick trip to Quebec. They were also hit with bad weather. They lost power for one night. When we returned there were many trees and branches that were down. We were lucky not to have much damage.

Last year I removed a large tree from our yard. I am glad that I had it taken down. We still have lots of trees, but so far things are okay.

Fancy Nancy Says: Sometimes the weather can be tough. Glad Irene is gone.

Newport Before the Storm

Today we visited Newport. We went to Salve Regina College and some students were checking in. The college has a great location right near the ocean . I also worked on short term teaching for Sept. and Oct. So far no luck. I do enjoy applying and I meet lovely folks.

If no job appears I will take a course instead. I enjoy learning as well as teaching.

Fancy Nancy Says: Do what works at the time. You never know when opportunity will show up.

We Are Due For A Storm

The weather forecast says we are due for a storm. Today many folks prepared. I hope we don't get hit. I had a busy day at the Senior Center and enjoyed a morning program about ancient civilizations. Then I met with a lovely gal from Spain . Next a delicious senior lunch. The afternoon was full as well with medical appiontments.

I have been working on my teaching and writing plans for Sept. and Oct. Time will tell what works out. Each new season includes a new job challenge.

Writing is a great way to help you think about what is going on in your life.

Love to hear about your writing skills. Keep me posted.


Fancy Nancy Says: Is is right to write often!

Nearly 6000 Hits! Wow!

I just looked at the statistics on my blog. I am happy to say I have nearly 6000 hits. It seems that i am lucky to be getting new visitors. Love to know what you want to learn or hear about. Do let me know.

Right now I have been watching the economic market and we seem to be having some major issues in the United States. I don't think other countries have been hit as hard. I have been researching silver since in Canada the papers suggest that silver will increase. Who knows , but the reasearch is always fun.

My classes are over and I don't know that there is enough interest in more classes on writing. If not, I will consider taking some courses instead. I do love learning and teaching. They seem to be two sides of the same coin.

What are your interests? Let me know. I enjoy writing this blog and especially like your ideas and your comments.
Thanks for reading it.

Fancy Nancy Says: Teaching and Learning are both fun!

A Wonderful Toronto Trip

What a treat to spend time with my wonderful daughter Lynn. We shared a fun trip to Toronto and it was so great to travel with her. It has been many years since our previous travels. This is the first summer that her children are out of the nest.

Toronto is an interesting city to visit. Canada is in better economic shape than the US. I did not see lots of For Sale or For Rent signs. Quite a change from Florida where it seems everything is For Sale and For Rent. We enjoyed our bus trips. You can buy a ticket to see the city and the ticket is good for one week so you can ride the tour bus as often as you wish. We did lots of tours , and really got a handle on the overview of the city.

We found the tour guides on the bus were college students who seemed very bright and friendly. In addition , most of the people we met were also very cordial. The city is large, but no one seemed to be rushing as much as in New York.

We were surprised that smoking is still prevalent everywhere. I know they are health conscious so we were amazed that many folks were still hooked.

Overall, we felt like we had been to Europe even though our plane ride was just over one hour. Toronto has a lot to offer , so consider visiting this interesting city.

Seminar Proposal

Today I had an idea for a seminar that I have done in Florida. I spoke with the library and asked if I could submit a proposal. I just mailed off an E-mail for review. Who knows if they will buy the idea, but it is always fun to try.

My daughter and I leave in the morning for a fun few days. I am so lucky to have a wonderful daughter to share a nice trip. We are going to Canada, and I really enjoy that country. Right now the economy is in their favor.

Fancy Nancy Says: Maybe the US should take some new economic lessons.

Another Rainy Wet Day

Today I had some medical appointments and tonight we enjoyed taking our neighbors out for an excellent dinner. I enjoyed making a cane for a lovely lady who has been do helpful to me. She said she could use a jazzy cane. Well she got one. Picture this, a bright red cane with polka dots in yellow, red, blue and white. I knew she would like it since it is bright, upbeat, and so is her new cane.

She hurt her foot, and I make colorful , fun , canes. I design them with the person in mind. I have made many unique canes, and each one is different. I call my canes, creative canes, designed with you in mind.

Fancy Nancy Says: A fun cane makes using one a conversation piece. Then folks don't even ask why you are using a cane. If you know of someone in need of a fun cane, have them contact me at Nshu4@aol.com My canes are one of a kind. I have made piano canes, theater canes, polka dot canes - you name it, all kinds of fun canes.