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About Me — Gill McCulloch

Holding onto life’s roller coaster, keeping my face to the sunshine

Jun 24, 2021

Photo of author, Gill McCulloch standing on a sandy beach in Sooke, BC, Canada. The sun is shining on waves with trees in the background.

Jun 24, 2021

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ILLUMINATION

Any More Than 3 Socks Is an Extravagance, and 8 Other Gems From My Brainy Father

Thrifty tips and life lessons — some more useful than others

Feb 12

Colourful, patterned socks pegged onto a washing line against a backdrop of blue sky and clouds.

Feb 12

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a Few Words

The Earth Speaks, and Wise Ones Listen

A silent protest and warning from Mother Earth on Remembrance Day

Nov 9, 2020

Red poppies growing in a field.

Nov 9, 2020

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Namaste Now

‘You Can’t Live on Scenery,’ She Said Before We Emigrated

Read between the lines when loved ones give you unwanted advice — their words may come from concern and love

Jul 2

A man and woman standing on a rocky viewpoint in summer with a backdrop of ocean and trees.

Jul 2

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Curated Newsletters

17 Common First Aid Myths That Hurt People and What the Red Cross Recommends Instead

Some first aid is common sense. Other knowledge and skills must be learned — ideally in a recognized first aid & CPR training course

Aug 2

A CPR manikin lying face up on a grey floor

Aug 2

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Wise & Well

Devastating Surgical Error Highlights Critical Need for Self-Advocacy

Patients who educate themselves and stand up for their rights have a better chance of survival

Sep 16

An adult couple sits holding hands across the desk from a doctor. On the desk between them are papers, pens and a phone.

Sep 16

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The Riff

How 5-Year-Old Drumming Prodigy Chrisyius Whitehead Inspired Me

It’s amazing what a person can achieve in five years

Sep 3

YouTube screenshot of of 5-Year-Old Chrisyius Whitehead auditioning during at America’s Got Talent in August 2024

Sep 3

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ILLUMINATION

Is Your Child Ready to Stay Home Alone?

How can you help prepare them, and what signs show they are ready?

Aug 27

A young boy is lying on his belly in a living room, playing with Lego and looking at a book of Lego designs. The boy has short brown hair and is wearing a grey T-shirt.

Aug 27

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The Memoirist

Life With a Doctor Parent: Unexpected Benefits and Challenges

What it was like growing up as a doctor’s daughter in 1970s and 80s England

Aug 25

This is a black-and-white photo of the author, Gill McCulloch, taken by her father, Doctor Ken Warden, in 1969. Gill is dressed as Doctor Foster for a school play and is carrying her father’s medical bag and a black umbrella.

Aug 25

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Writers’ Blokke

How England’s 1966 World Cup Soccer Victory Left One Woman With an Unfortunate Name

Will she ever forgive her dad?

Aug 24

This is a black and white photograph of Queen Elizabeth II presenting the 1966 World Cup to England Captain, Bobby Moore.

Aug 24

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I write about first aid, subjects that move me deeply and situations that make me laugh. Founder, Safe + Sound First Aid Training Ltd. gillnmcculloch@gmail.com

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