A Little Bit About Me

I was born in Atlantic Canada, the third youngest of four children during a time when country kids attended one-room schools, and all children rode their bicycles without protective helmets.

I try to always write honestly, capturing imaginary people involved with real-life problems and dilemmas.

My writing also focuses on finding humor in the everyday, often mundane swirl of activity going on in the world, and I use my sense of humor to try to remain somewhat sane. It has served me well thus far, although it is difficult to predict what the future holds.

I like to travel and especially like cruising. When I’m really old I would like to live on a cruise ship–I figures it’s probably no more expensive than living in a nursing home, and at least on a cruise ship my family and friends may actually visit me.

But that day hasn’t come yet. There is still much I want to write about before my voice becomes silent.

I recently published several ebooks; you can check them out here: Sylvia Morice on Smashwords, and here: Amazon.com.

I began this blog with the intention of posting recipes from my mother’s kitchen, but have since decided to add creative articles and stories on a variety of non-kitchen topics.

Thanks for visiting. Don’t  be a stranger.

48 Comments

48 thoughts on “A Little Bit About Me

  1. Hi,

    Great blog. Just came across your blog and wanted to know if you would be interested in guest blogging on a new retirement site at retirementandgoodliving.com. If interested please drop us a note via the contact page on the site.

    Thanks,
    Simone

  2. Hi Sylvia, I popped over from Lynn’s blog. It’s nice to meet a fellow Maritime writer! :)

  3. Linda Bennett

    you look like someone l,ll met before ,Did you ever live in Labradour City NFLD ? L,m going to make your mom,s gumdrop cake now.

  4. Linda

    l was checking out grumdrop cakes on pinterest and your mom,s came up ,you look like someone l have met before ,did you ever live in Labradour city NFLD ?

  5. Hi Silvia … a very refreshing blog-site. I understand your desire to retire to a cruise ship. I want to retire to a south Pacific island, where all I need is a hammock, my laptop and wifi. Good luck!

  6. what an introduction! wow. liked reading some posts on humour too :) wishing you the very best and subscribing you as well.

  7. Hi Sylvia,

    I’ve just come across your post which has just been Freshly Pressed, “What is Humor”. The comment section on that is closed, so I hope you don’t mind if I comment here on that particular post.

    I’m a freelance cartoonist and concur with much of what you say here.

    Apart from the old problem of “creative block”, the main problem is knowing how funny (if at all) the cartoon is.

    The stand-up comedian has it made as he/she gets instant feedback (which may include rotten tomatoes), whereas we (writers & cartoonists) can hide behind the keyboard, but rarely know how effective we are.

    I run most of my cartoons past my wife and look for her reaction. This is not the perfect method, but it’s all I have.

    Another problem I have is understanding the audience. It’s hard to create something funny for people much younger or older than yourself, or for people from a different social or political group.

    I feel the basics of any good humor creation (verbal, written, or image), is to set the scene, and then deliver an unexpected twist in the situation which may ridicule or exaggerate something or someone.

    But it’s all good fun, and creates a great challenge for the head muscle.

    I concentrate mainly on political and editorial cartoons, and have done caricatures and humorous illustration as well.

    Samples of these are in the 4 sections of my blog (menu across the top of page).

    http://cartoonmick.wordpress.com/about/

    Cheers

    Mick

    • Hi Mick–I’ll certainly check out your blog today. I can imagine that drawing humorous cartoons is a challenge; I think that writers and cartoonists share many of the same issues whether we are trying to write humor or draw humor. Lots of trial and error and going with your ‘gut’. You’re fortunate that your wife gives you feedback on your work. Does it bother you if she doesn’t like a particular cartoon and if she doesn’t like it, do you change it? Just curious.

      • Hi Sylvia, My wife’s response can vary a lot.

        If she gives it the “thumbs down” I’ll drop the cartoon, or try to modify it. Or sometimes, (if I really like it), I’ll run with it regardless of her opinion. (sometimes not a good idea as she was right).

        I watch the corner of her mouth and see how much it curls up towards a smile. That’s always a good indication.

        On rare occasions she breaks into a brief cackle. This is normally a great cartoon.
        These assessments give us something to discuss and can sometimes lead to an even better idea (but not often).

        If the creative juices aren’t running, then I take the day off.

        Cheers

        Mick

  8. Thank you for the wonderful review you wrote about Freeways to Flip-Flops.. Is there anything I can do for you relating to Indie authors? Please let me know.

    • Thanks, Sonia! I wish I knew what you could do for me regarding that–maybe suggest writers check out our indie book review blog to see if it looks like a fit for their books at indiepicks.wordpress.com
      Best of luck with your blog tour, by the way–I read your first three stops today, and had to chuckle at myself, because the other night I actually thought you were stepping off the plane in Paris–not a virtual Paris–so was really surprised when you emailed me so quickly. LOL When will I ever learn? :)

  9. I’ve come to you by way of Ms. Jodi.

    I, too, have often thought of “retiring” to a cruise ship when the time comes…. far from now.

    I look forward to exploring your blog. :>

  10. Howdy! You are hereby nominated for a kick ass award (is there any other kind?). Come on by and take a peek. http://www.jodiambroseblog.com. HUGS!!

  11. Hello Sylvia!
    Thanks for visiting my little blog. I think I fit into the kind of blogs you might enjoy, I am ‘of a certain age’ DOB 1960, and I am trying ( my mought to Gods ear) to age gracefully & well, albeit with a wee bit of kicking and screaming. I have enjoyed wandering around your world and plan to come back soon.
    Namaste
    Cheryl

  12. Hi Sylvia,
    It appears that someone has hacked your Twitter account. You might want to disable it and start a new one or at the very least change your password.
    Michele

  13. Hi Sylvia! So sorry about your husband. I look forward to popping back often to read your wonderful blog. Good luck with your novel. I am writing a memoir and am finding out just how maddening writing a book can be. Happy Writing to you and have a great day eh! :)

    • Thanks for your kind words, Idiot (somehow it seems weird to write ‘kind words’ and ‘idiot’ in the same sentence.)! You have a great day, too, eh! Looking forward to reading where you are next in your cycling trip.

  14. I am sharing your site and I look forward to reading your books. Best wishes every day as you share your light.

  15. Just learning about you and your blog and looking forward to reading more. Thanks for visiting mine!

  16. nancy

    Left you a phone message….i’m speechless so well writen .
    Very inspiational and witty.
    I’m so proud to be your friend for another of your hidden talents

  17. Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog: even after taking the time to read my novel – oops, I mean ‘comment’ – on your earlier post! Canada is on my list of places to visit for sure, and I am lucky enough to have acquired a couple of contacts in Québec so it’s one that might conceivably happen, as well!

    Your ‘memory’ post really did inspire me to start thinking about writing down my forgetfulnesses so I won’t forget them (does that make sense?) when I’m older. I’m considering doing so in a blog-type format and I hope you wouldn’t mind if I trackback to your original post?

    Thanks : )
    Megan.

  18. Hello Mrs. Sylvia Morice,
    I like reading your blog. I don’t know why but it just kinda inspires me. :)

  19. Great blog!
    I would love to read some short stories you have written.
    Keep it up, ill be back for sure

  20. I’ve only just begun my blog but finding yours has given me inspiration. I look forward to reading more!

  21. I found you via Fresh Pressed … and have to say, I will be back!! Cheers! MJ

  22. Hello Sylvia,
    I just discovered your blog. You write fluently and with the added humor , it’s pleasant to read. ( I admire people for that, cause I’m not so good with words myself. )From what I read so far, you’re a very nice and courageous woman.
    I recently started a blog of my own. Still isn’t ‘au point’ yet, but is it ok if I make a link to your blog?

  23. I mean, Sylvia. I love poetry, hope to read more from your blogspot

  24. Hi Silvia, first time wandering around in your blog, like it!

  25. Hey, hey–don’t say that no one will ever read your novel!! In this age of Kindle and Createspace, if you have some writing talent to call your own (and I would say you do), there exists someone somewhere (and maybe, just maybe multiple someones multiple somewheres) who will read and love your work.

    All the best to you (truly),
    Jennifer

  26. Donna Florio

    Hi, Sylvia. Enjoyed your post on mosquitoes and congrats on fresh-pressed. (Definitely try those clip on things, by the way–they work!) You might enjoy my blog, sassyhealthysixty.wordpress.com focused on wellness, beauty, and the attendant matters that come with aging.

    Keep writing!
    Best, Donna

  27. Hi Sylvia, just wanted to let you know we love your blog and hope you can have a read one day at ours – we would love feedback from you since we admire your work!

    Much love,
    Camille

  28. I find it so inspiring that you are doing what you love in the midst of learning to live without your other half. Keep writing!

  29. mary smith

    Hi Slyvia,
    Loved reading your “Gift of friendship” what a lovely article> I t just goes to show how people love you and how respected you are. You truly are a wonderful person but hten i always knew that about both you and Gary. can hardly wait to meet up one day soon.
    Mary

  30. You obviously are a multi-talented lady. Thanks for commenting on my blog :)

  31. Hi Sylvia,

    Nice to ‘meet’ you.

    The blog is fantastic and I shall be back often to visit.

    You sound like one busy lady, I am not sure how you fit everything into your day, but you deserve every success with your many ventures.

  32. Hi Sylvia,

    I love the new blog look!

    Michele

    • sylviamorice

      Thanks, Michelle–I like to change things around once in awhile to keep the blog fresh.

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