New Fall - Winter Edition | Nouvelle édition automne-hiver
When writing as a form of creative expression and self-care began to emerge as a theme, the stories magically started coming our way. In this edition, you will find an article on “sense walks” for elementary-school children who wander in nature and then record their sensory experiences in writing. There is a story about adults at the C.A.R.E. Centre who take part in a lyric-writing workshop. And, we share with you the viewpoints from two different columnists who explain how writing can enhance well-being.
This edition brings you some deeply personal accounts of different types of grief. Sarah Crotty graciously shares her story about losing her brother when they were both teenagers. David Garfinkle reveals how he moves forward after a life-altering change. “Loving Stephanie” is a beautiful portrait of a mother and daughter, accompanied by a moving photograph by Andreas Kurz. These pieces are heavy but uplifting, with messages of both suffering and hope.
We also hear from two professionals. Grief counsellor Corrie Sirota writes about what can lead people to grieve and ways that we can look at grief in a wholesome and helpful way. Stephanie Paquette, a regular contributor from the Student Services department of the English Montreal School Board (EMSB), writes about being present through grief.
In news form, our reporters write about two housing initiatives that open up independent and adapted living options for adults with special needs. Two articles reveal elements of city and borough action plans around accessibility.
The employment and entrepreneurship section is also packed with stories. For example, read about a specialized product and its inventor (this edition’s award winner) and about how adult students in the Social Participation and Sociovocational Integration programs at EMSB adult education centres are taking part in meaningful working and learning opportunities.
Our regular columnist, psychologist Janet Silverstone Perlis writes about the Highly Sensitive Child as she explores the topic through the well-known book by Elaine N. Aron. It shines a light on children whose sensitivity to the world around them is really a gift to us all.
We hope you will settle in and enjoy this edition.
- Kristin McNeill
