2018 update

Dec. 22, 2018 No snow on the ground here, but the temps are around 0C. There is a forecast of flurries on Sunday and Monday, so there may be a white Christmas….but I wouldn’t count on it. A fairly quiet year here. I started the year off at Princess Margaret Hospital to check with my doctors. They are happy with my recovery and said I didn’t have to come back for another year so will see them next month. In other medical news, I was diagnosed with an enlarged prostate, not unusual for a man my age. The urologist did a biopsy of my prostate but no cancer was found. I am on medication to shrink the prostate, and have to see the doctor every six months. So basically in good health. A bit of travelling this year. I went to Ottawa twice, once in June and then in October. Mostly I go to check out the museums, particularly the National Gallery, and there were some great shows. In August, I travelled to Nipigon to stay with my sister Sally, attend the Red Rock Folk Festival, and spend time with nephews and their families. Mostly good weather for the visit, and it was all very enjoyable. Otherwise, keeping busy with my book clubs, Tafelmusik concerts, Met Opera simulcasts, movies, Toronto Film Festival, author events at the Reference Library, and as much reading as I can get done. Hope you have a great holiday. Merry Christmas.