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6 July 2012

We are making good progress on our research project.  We’re managing to interview very interesting physicians and patients with regard to MUPS (medically unexplained physical symptoms) and, the project team itself is superb.  We have gathered together a group of … Continue reading

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18 March 2012 – An Exciting New Research Project!!

I am undertaking an exciting new research project with  Dr Keith Brownell, (Department of Clinical Neurosciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Calgary); along with Dr. Jude Kornelsen and Dr. Robert Woollard, (Department of Community Health, Faculty of Medicine, University of … Continue reading

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1 March 2011

I’m parked at a gate in Calgary International Airport, waiting for the lounge to clear and for my flight to Toronto. Outside the sunny shines deceptively — it looks like a glorious day — but it is freeeeezing outside with … Continue reading

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3 month doldrum

It has been about three months since my book came out and I’ve learned an enormous amount about the publishing world and about public relations during this period.  I confess that I was remarkably naive and had no idea that … Continue reading

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Toronto Women’s bookstore

We had a really good turn out at the book launch on Saturday. . . I was very happy to see lots of friends and family. . . . it’s sometimes difficult to speak to everyone as much as I … Continue reading

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Tuesday, 23 November 2010

I am now in the midst of “getting the word out” about My Imaginary Illness. I’m doing lots of radio interviews and a few print and TV media as well.  (Current media technology is such a blessing given the -22c degrees … Continue reading

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19 October 2010

We’re having a glorious fall in the Canadian Rocky Mountains . . . sunny and warm with beautiful fall colours.  Great conditions for all and even better ones to be launching my first book.  (I say “first” in the hope … Continue reading

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