I answer to ‘Card Lady’ now. And I’m pretty darn happy about it. My new nickname has been bestowed on me by the lovely people who work in the stores I service as a merchandiser for Carlton Cards. Yes, you read that correctly. So many questions, right? ‘Hiya, card lady!’ No better greeting in my […]
why send a Valentine?
Here are my top 5 reasons why you should send a Valentine: I’m making up lost ground since mail was not being delivered here in Canada over the Christmas season and sending out more Valentine’s that usual. How about you? Are you sending any Valentine’s? If you really want the ‘wow’ factor, send a Valentine […]
Mail strike means no Christmas cards
It is 10 days before Christmas. I sit here feeling very ‘humbug-ish.’ I am thoroughly frustrated by the sad fact that the postal system here in Canada has been and IS STILL on strike after four weeks or so. Unacceptable. Yes, I realize there are important matters at hand. Yes, I know each side says […]
Port Hope Ontario Typewriter Guild
The historic town of Port Hope is a perfect setting for the next meet-up of the Ontario Typewriter Guild. I mean, honestly, this town is gushing with charm. Think ‘Stars Hollow’ from the Gilmore Girls series. Or if that doesn’t resonate with you, I find very it similar to a mashup of Niagara-on-the-Lake in Ontario […]