What would you give to save someone you love? So many of us live our lives, day to day, without a care in the world. We tend to focus our attention on whatever Facebook and other social media feed us without giving it a second thought. I'll admit, I'm just as guilty as the rest… Continue reading Why I Give
There have got to be few worse feelings than putting on an item of clothing and quickly realizing you resemble an overstuffed tube of toothpaste. If any of you are like me, as I'm willing to bet many of you are, you have tried your best to make the best of our craptacular situation over… Continue reading The COVID 19…or 20
I finally met my niece for the first time a few days ago, but the meeting did not go the way I expected. It's no secret, my experience with children is fairly limited. Regardless, I was determined to make a good first impression. So, armed with my credit card and about half a day's worth… Continue reading I Just Met You and This is Crazy
I am tired. Truth be told, I'm over this year. I was over it months ago, and with each passing day, my dislike for the year 2020 appears to be growing exponentially. I have done my best to keep my head up and remain optimistic through the whole thing; I have tried to look for… Continue reading Another Day
The leaves are gradually turning in colour; change is coming. My brother recently told me he thought I would have moved from Fort McMurray a long time ago. Now that he's made the decision to pack up his family and move on, I find myself thinking about what he said more and more. It's no… Continue reading The Journey
Expectations can be hard to live up to. I know I'm not the only person who's ever had this thought; expectations of career, expectations of love, expectations of yourself. There are all kinds. These are the thoughts that can haunt you, plague you, and turn your insides out if you let them. I've recently had… Continue reading Lessons of a Showman
We all need a friend from time to time. One that you can tell anything to and is willing to listen no matter what you have to say. A friend that won't judge you and offer you advice when things get tough. A loyal pal that follows you no matter where you go. Many of… Continue reading The Time I Became Friends With an AI
Have you ever found yourself having a great conversation with someone and then suddenly, without warning, they drop some sort of random wisdom or common phrase that leaves you scratching your head? These sayings can have many names depending on the context; idioms, proverbs, or aphorisms to name a few. They aren't all the same,… Continue reading Common Sayings That Are Stupid
Are you an introvert or an extrovert? Have you ever been asked this question? Have you ever asked yourself this question? I ask myself this question every day. Extroverts are easily spotted by their outgoing and expressive nature. They seem to find joy in social engagements, being in crowds, networking and starting/carrying conversations. Seems like… Continue reading My Inner Struggle: Quiet or Loud?
The world is a mess. There are times when simply getting through the day is a grueling, painful task. And then, just when you think you might make it to the end, you catch up on your usual media platforms and it all falls apart. Facebook, Twitter, and a whole host of other services are… Continue reading Everybody Else is Wrong
