Update: 38 Lunness

 Much has changed since I began to write my book.  Covid-19 has shaken the world and exposed much, The climate catastrophe and systemic racism are real .

How did culture shape me? The answer to this will be woven into the tale.

The period between 1948 and 1968 was historically vital. I plan on  exploring the social history of this period through the lens of  my personal history.  Growing up on Lunness Rd in Alderwood. stay connected,

Excerpt: 38 Lunness

"Our backyard was an active place. BBQs, picnic, croquet, badminton and even lawn darts. Picture this, tossing a steel or metal-tipped, plastic finned, dart-like object into the air. Why? To hit a target placed some distance away Like horseshoes but pointy. What could go wrong?"

From: 38 Lunness

38 Lunness

I lived with my parents, Syd and Marion, along with my Grandmother, Mom's Mom, on 38 Lunness in Alderwood from 1948 to 1968. My sister Marlene joined us about 7 years later. I am working on a book 38 Lunness that chronicles that period.

38 Lunness: Intro.

These are the first paragraphs of my book, 38 Lunness. Still, a long way to go but getting help from Etobicoke Historical Society and others. All will be acknowledged in the book.

"I never thought I’d have a heart attack. But my body disagreed. One night, in early January, about 3:12 am. I could not breathe. My wife, immediately, dialled 911. The paramedics arrived quickly and saved my life.

Sixteen days later, after a triple bypass, I was home. I do not recall the first two days at home. I do remember the fear that assaulted me when I first laid down. As soon as my eyes closed, fear woke. The dread dissipated when my partner of 41 years, Jocelyn, talked with me. Together we walked around singing Bob Marley’s, “Three little birds”.

I begin this tale with this because, during the first week, a major change took place. My life and future health are now intrinsically linked to medication.  I was sitting at my dresser, where the bottles were lined up like Nutcrackers soldiers and a memory broke, like an angry wave cascading through my whole body.  A connection awakened." 

 Etobicoke Historical Society

38 Lunness Rd.

Good day, I have begun a book which I am titling 38 Lunness.  Why? In June 1948, my family, Mom, Dad and I moved to 38 Lunness Rd after living with Dad's parents for my first 13 months. The years 1948 to 1968 were formative years for myself and for the world. The book, while focusing on Lunness and Alderwood will look at cultural events, such as music, movies and, yes, politics. These cultural journeys will be short but I feel they will place my memories into a greater context.

I plan to post regular updates here, seeking your comments, concerns and questions.

 Photo courtesy of the Etobicoke Historical Society