Fiction
Chocolate Gift Tradition
Over the holidays, we discovered a gift at our doorstep. “What is it?” asked the child. “Chocolates from our hermit neighbour,” said His Highness. “She
December 14, 2018
Fiction
Told Ya So
“Just one more. Please?” He clasped his hands and blinked his large doe brown eyes. Karol looked at Pete, plumped in his pillows. His headboard
October 31, 2018
Tinnitus Hyperacusis Toolbox
Tinnitus & Hyperacusis Awareness Facts
When people make comments about your tinnitus or hyperacusis, these are some suggestions for raising awareness about hyperactive hearing. I have that too. I hear
September 30, 2018
Tinnitus Hyperacusis Toolbox
Tinnitus and Hyperacusis Wellness Apps
Many people with tinnitus or decreased sound tolerance (hyperacusis) are told nothing can be done. Or they wait months for appointments without being given any
August 26, 2018
Fiction
Snorkeling Romance
It was my first time for snorkeling romance. I was so excited. It was at the Champagne Reef off Dominica Island, an emerald jewel dropped
August 13, 2018
Noise Damage
The Health Impact of Environmental Noise
[Originally published at silencity.com; noise risk decibels revised April 14, 2022] Environmental noise is damaging and inflicts unwanted sounds into everyday life. In 1984, Gordon
November 2, 2017
Fiction
Tubsy and the Trauma of Oz
Zoe sat on her coiled rag carpet holding Tubsy in her arms. Gently feeding Tubsy her bottle of water. Tubsy’s eyes were almost completely closed
October 31, 2017
Fiction
Beach Dog Games
Me and Josh knelt on the warm sand. The quartz crystals sparkling up at us from the bright sunshine. Muffin sat nearby, her black curly
August 8, 2017
Fiction
Study 421: Rotary
“I can fix you,” muttered Doctor Bell. She struggled against the restraints. Uselessly. He selected a bit. Sizing it to her ear canal until satisfied.
October 31, 2015
Fiction
Canada Geese Migration Luck
His Highness and I were on a nature walk with Taz and Wiley, looking forward to watching the Canada Geese migration. The dog and puppy
September 29, 2014
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