technology - Janet Barclay

Technology, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways…

By Janet Barclay | June 16, 2023 |

computer keyboard with a heart on one key

You might assume that I’m a Website Caregiver because I love technology, and you would be correct. Many people whose jobs involve a lot of computer use are all too happy to set it aside when their workday is done, but not me. When I see all the amazing ways technology helps me in my…

How I Combined Five Interests for an Awesome Experience

By Janet Barclay | October 26, 2022 |

Photo of sidewalk on James Street North in Hamilton

Lately I’ve noticed that some of my activities encompass two or more of my interests. Since I tend to be task-oriented, I appreciate being able to tick off lots of boxes, even if they’re only in my head. But what’s more exciting is that the process of combining passions leads to a more satisfying experience.…

The Time Management Trap

By Janet Barclay | June 9, 2017 |

When it rains, look for rainbows. When it's dark, look for stars.

I was reading some articles I’d saved to Pocket when I spotted a notification that my sister had shared an article with me several months earlier. I either overlooked it at the time, or noticed it but decided to leave it for later because it was very long (it actually says “The long read” right at the…