Are you happy?
Wood. Fires. Food.
Cooking with wood fires connects us in unexpected ways.
Time to Listen
Sometimes, your body makes the hard decisions for you.
Is AI the Future of Writing?
As technology continues to advance, AI is becoming more and more a part of everyday life. One area in which it has made a huge impact is in writing. With AI-powered writing tools, it's never been easier to create stunning pieces of content. In this blog post, we'll explore the potential of AI to revolutionize… Continue reading Is AI the Future of Writing?
I’m Over It
So. This is what being 40 is all about. Huh. I figured there would always be more pomp and ceremony to it I guess. But here I sit, typing away, thinking about how the last week has unfolded. My parents visited, and they spent some time with my son. That's special, at least for me.… Continue reading I’m Over It
Bark at the Moon
I remember what it was like to sleep. Those were the days! Three weeks now, my wife and I have co-existed with our offspring. I love the little guy. I really do. But... MY GOD! Does he ever have a set of lungs! To say our nights have been restless would be an understatement. The… Continue reading Bark at the Moon
The Trials
One week. That's how long I've been a parent. November 2nd, 2022, at 11:56 am, my wife and I welcomed our son to the world. I must admit, I wasn't really prepared. His arrival actually marked two weeks before he was supposed to be due. And if we hadn't been the ones to live through… Continue reading The Trials
Those That Follow
Do you feel it? The pinpricks on the back of your neck? You turn to look behind you, but there's nothing there. The green and orange glow of another autumn evening illuminates the vacant street; the shadows draw longer and darker as the night slowly takes over. Not long ago, children ran about laughing in… Continue reading Those That Follow
Life at the Crossroads
Eleven years ago today. That's how long I've lived in Fort McMurray, Alberta. That's how much time has passed since I made the choice to live here. Not bad considering I thought I would only be here for eight months. Just a quick stint to make some money. I'd be headed back to Ontario in… Continue reading Life at the Crossroads
One Way In, One Way Out
We live in an isolated community. Fort McMurray - a city, or urban service area, located 435 km northeast of Edmonton with a population of 68,002. Besides a few other hamlets within the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, the closest other settlement lies approximately 200 km south. For all intents and purposes, we are alone.… Continue reading One Way In, One Way Out