Inspired by a phenomenal display of the Northern Lights and “captivated” as writing prompt from Beth Kempton’s #tinyautumn poem challenge.
On November 11—12, 2025 the night skies were lit up with dancing aurora, seen as far south as Florida, thanks to a massive G4 Geomagnetic Solar Storm.The sky was so bright, the reds so vivid, even to the naked eye. Light pollution within city limits could not dim the colourful show.
If the horizon wasn’t visible from where you were, all you had to do was look up. Pure magic! This photo is an edited version of one such view from our prairie farm.
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Captivated
For a moment, the world forgot… its fear, its hatred, its division.
Messages flew with excitement, “Get outside! Look up! It’s unreal…”
For a moment, everyone paused, captivated by the magic in the sky.
Is it possible for the tyranny, greed, and corruption in the world to lift? For wars and violence to end? For so-called ‘leaders’ to be banished to an island, or roman coliseum, to fight amongst themselves, take their quarrels away from the everyday person, who simply wants to live… to wake up in their own home, to have safety, security, peace, to have food, water, shelter, to be surrounded by family and friends, to go to work or school, to take a quiet walk to their favourite café, or community park, to stop and talk to their neighbours on the street, to watch the sunrise or sunset, to sit by a lake or river, or go to the theatre or a movie, to gather to celebrate or gather because they can, when it comes down it, and everything is stripped away, we all just want ‘normal’, we crave it, we need it, we thrive with it… Is it possible for the tyranny, greed, and corruption in the world to lift? Is it possible to find a new way to lead, to grow together, to support one another? Is it possible for the fog of hate to lift, for light to shine through and lead the way to a better world?
It has been one week since the 2025 Federal Election. This is my letter to our representatives across Canada.
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Dear newly elected or incumbent members of parliament,
Thank you for putting your name forward to run for office. Congratulations on succeeding in capturing the votes and confidence of the people in your riding. I am certain this is not a job you take lightly.
To be in government is to be in service, and throughout your term I hope you, and those working alongside you, always remember you are working for all Canadians. You are responsible for using our hard-earned tax dollars wisely. Government money is our money. Perhaps this should be on doorways, desks and screensavers throughout parliament and every government office.
As you work, please be diligent in providing what Canadians need while being fiscally responsible, just as we must be when providing for our households, businesses, and organizations.
And please, can you bring respect and decorum into Question Period? The yelling and demeaning of others is appalling. Frankly, it is an embarrassment. The last time I was at a question period, there were Girl Guides in the gallery. I wondered what they were thinking as they watched and listened to the unruly display of so-called ‘responsible adults’ at work for their constituents.
This type of behaviour does not solve problems, nor is it tolerated anywhere else. So why is it allowed in government? It must change if we are to progress.
We absolutely need healthy debate, checks and balances. However, it can and should be done with respect and rules. If you disagree with a plan or policy, please state what you see as flaws, then provide an alternate solution.
I truly believe, no matter how people voted, we are all looking for: equitable human rights, affordable housing, groceries, utilities and transportation, access to healthcare, education, clean drinking water, safe, supportive communities and programs which enhance our lives and a vibrant economy.
We are trusting you to do your best to provide all of this throughout your term in office. Please work for us as hard as you campaigned for your position.
Thank you for doing what you can for the strength and betterment of every Canadian, our communities, and our country.
A favourite photo and fleeting moment captured in 2016. No edits. Pure nature. It was cold and windy, but oh the light was magical! So I tucked myself into the trees to keep warm and watched the sunlight dance, transforming the landscape from white to beautiful, pale hues of pink and purple.
I am so fortunate to have the privilege of capturing light and extraordinary ‘glimmers’ like this from my corner of the Canadian prairies. ✨️
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Drift Away
For a few fleeting moments sunlight gently danced across a snow-covered field.
Randomly brushing colour on glistening snowdrifts, sculpted by harsh winter winds.
Turning the ordinary into extraordinary art — sparkling, enchanting, magical.
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