by Faye Arcand | May 7, 2024 | Auntie Says..., My Twisted Writer Brain…
Yesterday, I was on a flight from London, England to Calgary, Canada. The whole experience of flying is interesting. One minute it’s high intensity (empty your pockets, get rid of that water, take your shoes off…) and then it’s go sit and wait…...
by Faye Arcand | Sep 25, 2023 | Auntie Says..., Faye Arcand
This is the column that started it all. First published by Black Press in 2017, Auntie Says… and all that it stands for, is now a popular and powerful movement of mentorship and understanding. Everyone should know that if Mom’s too busy to chat you can...
by Faye Arcand | Jun 9, 2022 | Auntie Says...
Once upon a time there was this kid named Josh. He’s my nephew. In my eyes and heart, he’s still a little boy. His dad died when he was eight. Josh is the one who had to run to the neighbors for help. It was Christmas Day. It was my baby brother. Heart...
by Faye Arcand | May 12, 2022 | Auntie Says...
Do You Keep Secrets? Why do you keep secrets? I’m curious about the thought process that goes into the keeping of secrets. Is it with the intention of protection–either your own or someone else’s? A reputation perhaps? or maybe it’s a power...
by Faye Arcand | Mar 23, 2022 | Auntie Says..., My Twisted Writer Brain…
Where do the years go? They sure slip away quickly, don’t they? My sister sent me this picture a couple days ago and I thought I’d share it. This is me at age five–ish. It’s taken overlooking a canyon in either British Columbia or Alberta. That...