The Amazing, the Disgusting and the Choice
Today was a day where I felt proud of some of the people that I share this Earth with and also felt disgusted about some of the people I share...
Future Travels = Happy Thoughts
Every time I travel, it's surreal. Yes, I'm there. Yes, I know I'm there. But somehow, it always feels like a dream. It usually isn't until after the trip that...
The Power of the Internet
I recently blogged about how technology and the internet and this whole notion of being connected can lead to loneliness--and I support that--but I'm also amazed by the power of...
When’s the Last Time You Did Something for the First Time?
It's a honest question---and it's also a lyric from rapper Drake's song, "Own It." What can I say, Drake was a hot topic for me today. I'll tackle the Drake part...
Thank You for Your Service and Your Sacrifice
Growing up in Canada, November 11th marked Remembrance Day for us. As a kid, I always thought of it as a day where we'd wear poppies, read Flander's Field and...
To Surprise or Be Surprised? Both are Pretty Awesome
Tonight, I had the pleasure of attending a surprise party for my dear friend, Jasika. Her sister planned the shinding last week as a nice way to show Jas that...
Being Lonely in a Connected World
A friend shared this article and video on Facebook today. In a nutshell, it goes through the innovation of loneliness and how in today's connected world, the more connected we...
Saying No to Saving a Life
People have asked me, "What's the hardest thing you've put on your bucket list?" Well...hardest can be interpreted in different ways and every item has their own challenge associated with...
It Takes a Community
There's a proverb that says, "It takes a village to raise a child." While I agree to an extent, I disagree with that statement. I do believe that it takes...
“No Putting It Off” November
I'm a list maker. Whenever I think of something, need to get something done, or just don't want to lose an idea, I write it down. I should actually say...