I should preface this article with I’m only speaking to my 10 years of experience in the public service and not the private sector, although most of these are transferable skills and would apply. I got stabilized in a senior advisor position in a federal department last spring and was resolved to work and learnContinue reading “Tips for Career Success”
Category Archives: Inspiration
A Cloudy Sunrise
Standing at the window, tea in hand, waiting expectantly- It was 5:17 am. That was the time identified for the sunrise on June 3rd. As I looked out over the trees and up to the sky, it was cloudy and overcast. The sunrise was a dull grey completely devoid of colour. No vibrant pink, purpleContinue reading “A Cloudy Sunrise”
Spring Ahead
Wow it’s been so long since I last sat down to write! I missed it. Life has been chaotic, from taking Lea to CHEO for eye surgery (scariest mom moment) and getting ready to go back to work in June! I haven’t had much time to myself, but that is starting to change now thatContinue reading “Spring Ahead”
Mental Health in Lockdown
I just made myself a Nespresso, surrounded Lea with toys, and fired up my laptop with the intention of getting painfully real about mental health. Today is Bell Let’s Talk which seems like the perfect opportunity to open up about my own journey with mental health struggles. We are right in the middle of lockdownContinue reading “Mental Health in Lockdown”
Standing in the Rain
Tonight I sat on the porch during a thunderstorm watching the lightning light up the sky and the thunder roar across the city, and thought about how beautiful and chaotic life is. In the middle of an extroardinary storm I came to a profound realization. Since I was a kid I’ve been chasing milestones. AsContinue reading “Standing in the Rain”
Getting in Shape After Baby
I recently started a new diet after growing tired of looking in the mirror every day and not seeing the reflection of the girl I used to be. Instead I see new stretch marks, stubborn belly fat and excess weight. It’s a far cry from the girl who used to rock size 2 jumpers andContinue reading “Getting in Shape After Baby”
Making a Memoir
My grandmother recently asked me to write her memoir and I’m both deeply honoured and also terrified. First of all I don’t know if I have the writing chops for the job! Secondly, I know that it is a very difficult story to write. My grandmother has had an incredible life, from being raised byContinue reading “Making a Memoir”
Work in Progress
The majority of my twenties were spent obsessing about everything wrong with my life rather than embracing everything right. I never felt like I was enough no matter how hard I worked on bettering myself. I would look back mournfully on my past, dwelling on everything bad that happened. With a propensity to spiral intoContinue reading “Work in Progress”
The Road to Adulthood
There wasn’t one moment that marked my transition into adulthood, but rather a series of moments that changed my life. Like when I graduated University, or when I moved into my first apartment. I guess it started to creep in when I preferred to stay home and watch Netflix rather than go clubbing. We allContinue reading “The Road to Adulthood”
Traveling Nostalgia
Walking down the romantic cobblestone streets of Paris with a bottle of wine and a baguette. Tanning on the white sand beaches of Cuba with a Mai Thai and a book. Admiring the Gothic architecture of Westminster Abbey in London. Speaking in Spanish with the locals in Mexico. These are some of the wonderful placesContinue reading “Traveling Nostalgia”
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The Home that Built Me
I vividly recall my first childhood home. The narrow wooden stairs up to the second floor, the dark unfinished basement, and the big tree in the backyard I used to climb. I have memories of every corner of that house. It was where I grew up alongside my younger sister and brother. My bedroom wasContinue reading “The Home that Built Me”
Enjoy a Bottle of Wine
I’m of the opinion that a glass of wine or two a night is a great way to unwind during our mandated isolation. That is not to say drink a bottle every night, but enjoying some vino can take the edge off these uncertain times. The reality is that many of us are suffering fromContinue reading “Enjoy a Bottle of Wine”
Celebrating in Isolation
Today was a tough day. This time of year is always exciting for me. I love to celebrate Easter and my birthday with family and friends. It is my favourite time of the year behind Christmas. But this year is very different, I will be celebrating my birthday in isolation. With the rapid spread ofContinue reading “Celebrating in Isolation”
Wild Heart
I’ve always been a dreamer. My favourite childhood memories centered around walks in the woods with my dad. They were simple walks to him, but to me they were so much more. I seldom saw him other than on the odd weekend or holiday. During these special visits I enjoyed bonding with my dad. OurContinue reading “Wild Heart”
Thirty Somethings 