There Was a Time for Everything A Memoir As I sit down to write this memoir, I am filled with a sense of purpose and reflection. My name is Judith Friedland, and my story is one of resilience, determination, and the pursuit of knowledge. Born and raised in Toronto in the 1940s and 50s, I was expected to follow a certain path - one that included post-secondary education, marriage, and motherhood. But I had other plans. Growing up, I learned to be adaptable and resourceful after the loss of my mother when I was just ten years old. I had to navigate the challenges of being a young girl without a mother's guidance, but I persevered. I continued my education through part-time study, and as I grew older, I began to realize that I wanted more from life than what was traditionally expected of me. I wanted to make a difference, to contribute to society, and to find my own path. In my forties, I embarked on an academic career, rising through the ranks to become a tenured full professor and chair of the department of occupational therapy at the University of Toronto. It wasn't easy, but I was determined to succeed. I had a family to support, and I balanced my roles as wife, mother, and scholar with dedication and hard work. As I look back on my life, I am struck by the realization that I managed to have it all - not all at once, but over time.

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