“The important thing is not the camera but the eye”
~Alfred Eisenstaedt Photographer Born on: 6th December 1898
Porte Ponderings:
Sometimes it’s just the timing. Last year my sister and I were walking along the path in the local Conservation Area. The skies were black. Then suddenly a beam of sunlight hit the willow trees turning them a rich golden colour and letting me catch it on my new camera. 😉
“The forest is a quiet place if only the best birds sing”
~ Kay Johnson Actress Born on: 17th November 1904
Porte Ponderings:
The first of the season Christmas Minis is done. This is my volunteer work for Strathroy United Church. Scheduled for the same weekend as the Christmas Bake Sale.
“Insulin is not a cure for diabetes; it is a treatment.
It enables the diabetic to burn sufficient carbohydrates, so that proteins and fats may be added to the diet in sufficient quantities to provide energy for the economic burdens of life”
~ Frederick Grant Banting Medical scientist and first physician to use insulin on humans Born on: 14th November 1891
Porte Ponderings:
Like a bridge over a river, insulin helps by covering the gap between diabetes and life.
Always balancing the sugar levels. Constant monitoring and adjustments to maintain health and avoid the side effects of diabetes. Too little insulin and sugar levels go up endangering internal organs and “high” outbursts. Too much insulin and you can go into a coma. Just sweeping the floors could cause a sugar low. Routine and regularity for activity and diet help maintain a steady balance.
Recent new medications have been introduced to help slow down the digestive system and level out sugar levels. However, too much and you end up with pancreatitis.
My one daughter-in-law had kidney and pancreas transplant. No more diabetes, just antirejection drugs. Usually transplants only last so long and she is nearing the end of the expected duration. 😦
“Religion is for people who are scared to go to hell. Spirituality is for people who have already been there”
~ Bonnie Raitt Singer and songwriter Born on: 8th November 1949
Porte Ponderings:
A day to remember Veterans that not only risked their lives for Canada, but were also forced to enfranchise and give up their heritage to become “soldiers”
Although many later regained their “Indigenous Status” they had endured extreme racism, discrimination and hardships. Many didn’t want their status reinstated as they were “Canadians” able to vote and buy alcohol. They were freed from the limitations of the Reservations. Seeking adventure in foreign countries. Distanced from their cousins and family. Their culture disseminated and lost to future generations.
~ Gary Player South African Golfer Born on: 1st November 1935
Porte Ponderings:
Well, I had my dedicated Trick or Treaters come to visit last night. I’ve been so disappointed about Hurricane Melissa and our trip to Jamaica being cancelled, I didn’t get out my camera last night. But I did use my cell phone to “capture” all of my wonderful guests.
Porte Photos 