Review: ‘Have The Men Had Enough?’ By Margaret Forster // Changing Pages

The novel is such a clever study of dementia — the ebbs and flows of the illness itself. The progression from a woman who is mobile, continent and conversant — even if in an erratic way — to a woman who needs full time care; the periods of calm and stability to the swift progression of falls, incontinence, and full time care. All of this is dealt with sensitively but without being overly sentimental. Continue reading →

Honoring Aboriginal Perspectives — ‘Winter Child’ By Virginia Pésémapéo Bordeleau Tells A Story Of A Mother’s Rebirth After An Unbearable Event // I’ve Read This

It’s beautifully written and it’s the perfect way to learn more about the people in this great country of ours. Continue reading →

Poetically Speaking: Poems in the Waiting Room — The Arts In Health Charity Sharing Poetry To Patients | Changing Pages

The pamphlets are free to GP surgery’s and are available for patients to take away with them. PitWR encourage submissions, so any poet or budding poet can submit a poem to be included. Continue reading →