Today holds personal significance for me. June 12th marks the birthday of Joseph O’Dwyer, the main character in my graphic novel, Salt Green Death (Conundrum Press, 2025). His patient file is the main source for the project. Joseph was born on June 12, 1926 (99 years ago) in Cashel, Ireland. The journey of bringing this…
Tag: Toronto
Love letter to Toronto
6 AM Despite living in Canada most of my life, I had never been to Toronto before this year and now I am on my third visit in just a few months! Sitting at the table in my suite in Etobicoke [early morning preparing to co-facilitate with Beverley Pomeroy 3 days of engagement work with…
ART: my childhood friend and extraordinary artist: Caroline de Mooy
I am elated to introduce my childhood friend Caroline de Mooy, a most talented and inspiring artist. I ADORE her work. My life was altered significantly when our families met in the early 70’s in Houston BC. Caroline’s mother, Johanna (“Jopie”) Verveer, is one of the most significant mentors in my life- through her teachings…